In spite of "contract offers from multiple teams ... nearly indistinguishable" what sent Garciaparra to the Dodgers was "All the chills and memories I had from my childhood" and "French dip sandwiches". I don't see how we can expect Purpura to negotiate around that. Coincidently the Dodgers are also looking to trade for a power-hitting left fielder and "adding a starting pitcher is now the top priority..." Should be a snap, apparently these types are lying all over the place. Can swing a cat without hitting one.
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