Subj : Texas Rangers To : Joe Siegler From : Steve Quarrella Date : Thu Jan 03 2002 10:34 am JS> offensively) Lost Ruben Sierra (non tendered - surprsied they I missed that, and I agree with you: He might have been a good guy to have around in a leadership role, based on his past experiences. JS> big of a deal I think) Added Orel Hershisher (one of those Have never been a fan of this guy. JS> 98) Added John Rocker (We know what this guy's issues are) Am willing to give the guy a chance, although personality-wise, he fits in with some of the locals a bit too well. I saw him play middle relief in the Tigers/Indians game I attended last summer, and he wasn't notable at all. JS> Added Carl Everett (Could be good - way too much baggage) Another guy whom I'm willing to give a chance, but I'm a little more shaky about him than I am about Rocker. I keep thinking "Len Randle" over and over and over. JS> I also expect this to be the final season for Pudge as a JS> Ranger. I'd be surprised (although pleased) if he stays Sadly, I agree with you on this. Something tells me they're going to attempt to deal him away for "something," and let's hope they don't get another Justin Thompson in return. --- * Origin: Fnord (1:393/9005) .