by Marc LancasterFiled under: Angels, Blue Jays, Rays, MLB Rumors, MLB Hot Stove
The Blue Jays still don't appear positioned to contend in the AL East in 2011, but general manager Alex Anthopoulos unshackled his team for upcoming seasons by finding a way to offload Vernon Wells' contract. Toronto traded Wells to the Angels Friday night for Mike Napoli and Juan Rivera in a deal that saw both teams rid themselves of unwanted contracts. But there was no question who got more relief.
Wells is set to make $86 million over the next four years, including $23 million in 2011, under the terms of the seven-year extension he signed following the 2006 season. That deal also gives him a full no-trade clause, but he agreed to waive it for this change in scenery.
"Vernon is a player we have admired for some time," Angels general manager Tony Reagins said in a statement. "He is a tremendous person and the type of player that will impact our club immediately both on offense and defense."
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Source: http://mlb.fanhouse.com/2011/01/21/report-rays-angels-discussing-potential-mike-napoli-trade/
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