Orioles News - 11/20/07 - Swing And A Miss

Another swing, another miss. The Baltimore Orioles front office swung and missed on a deal that would have sent catcher Ramon Hernandez to the New York Mets. The O's wanted a top prospect in return, something the Mets didn't want to give up for Hernandez. The O's could still trade Hernandez to the Mets, but they'll have to give up on demanding a top prospect in return. But, if Hernandez is traded to the Mets, then what? The O's have a top prospect at catcher in Matt Wieters, but he wouldn't be ready for the Major Leagues by next season. So, what would the O's do? They would have to sign a free agent to a small contract and just wait until Wieters is ready to play. I don't know about you, but I'm tired of waiting. - John T.