We are in the midst of trade season, and even Atlanta Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos was caught suggesting on Fox Sports Wednesday evening that the dam might start releasing some deals as early as this weekend.
The art of the trade is a fascinating subject, based on so many factors:
- A great deal of it that is solidly based on scouting: watching players and determining how they can benefit your team.
- There’s negotiation. Gaining an understanding of the needs of another club and trying to gain the advantage of getting what you need without also losing something you need.