The Los Angeles Scorpions have announced the trade of backup 3B Bill Johnson to Seattle. "Bill is a good guy, but he hasn't helped us at all this year," owner/GM Michael Weintraub stated. "We're trying to win a championship here, not run a charity."
Johnson has struggled this year, after losing his job as the Scorpion's starting 3B late last season. "I don't know what's happened," the 36-year old switch hitter said. "I know I can still play."
Johnson only hit .125 this season, including 0-7 as a pinch hitter. Spencer Solomon was called up from AAA Arizona Bay to take Johnson's spot on the roster as the backup infielder.
Weintraub stated that the team's strong start wasn't good enough, and jettisoning both third basemen was hopefully the fire that needed to be lit under the team. Struggling prospect Christian Sitton was also optioned to Arizona Bay in the latest flurry of movements.
In return for Johnson, Los Angeles received low minors catcher Bo Harlow and Seattle's 11th round pick in the 2012 amateur draft.
I can't believe Bill Johnson (Saskatoon class of '02) is still kicking around. It feels like he must be 45 years old by now.
ReplyDeleteKicking around, yeah. Hitting, nah.
ReplyDeleteHe just couldn't hit for you. In the friendly and supportive climate provided by new manager and former third sacker John Willer, Johnson will doubtlessly thrive.
ReplyDeleteOr something like that.
For your sake, I hope so.
ReplyDeleteFor the rest of the Adams League, be sure to thank me for doing you a favor. :)