River Cities and Walla Walla Make a Deal

June 24, 2006 - Marietta, OH

A steamy day in the river city region was marked by the return to form of owner Nate Wooley and his trading ways. This time trading prospects to Walla Walla for CF George Rawlins. Sent to Walla Walla is Five-star 1B prospect Ronald Aiken and Four-star MR prospect Carl Odegaard.

River Cities owner Nate Wooley, upon being approached by this reported commented "Oh, hey. Good to see you again. Been a while hasn't it?" When prompted to comment on the trade Wooley said "Well, we're in a strong first in a strong division. While we like what [current CF Gary Giles] has done for us over the last year or so his .215 batting average wasn't gonna make it happen on a contending team. Gary's been informed of the trade and is happy that he'll be operating with less pressure in a reduced role."

"Like hell I am!" shouted Giles when this reported contacted him. "I wasn't even told that they were thinking trade until the call! Sure, my average is low but I'm still contributing and a few balls drop in I'm right back on track. This is horsecrap."

Reached at his apartment outside Walla Walla a resigned-sounding Rawlins said "I certainly knew this was a possibility. With Walla Walla in fourth and my contract expiring this year spells a mid-season trade, wouldn't you think? At least I'm moving up three rungs in the standings...that's always good."

Aiken, visibly frustrated by his lack of playing time caused by River Cities signing of Reuben Caufield during the offseason is said to have welcomed the trade and the opportunity to contribute to a growing team.