The Adams Division leading London Dragons and the Zotti League leading Seattle Monarchs today agreed to a blockbuster trade. Seattle sends star outfielder Jonathan "Lefty" Anderson across the pond along with two relievers, veteran Bong-ok Ch'On and prospect Javier Lugo. In return, London sends top prospect outfielder Logan Francis and a first-round pick in next year's draft.
"It's extremely tough to part with Jonathan," said Seattle owner/GM Mack Shultz. "He's spent his entire career with the Monarchs after we drafted him out of Colorado Springs. He's been a key part of numerous championship teams and is off to a torrid start. Ch'On also has been here seemingly forever. But we felt like this was a deal we had to make for the long-term future of the franchise."
Anderson, who is literally the most popular player on the team, will be sorely missed. He is hitting .317 with 25 home runs and 75 RBI and has regained his place as one of the top hitters in the league after a couple of injury-plagued campaigns. Ch'On has also been a Monarch for his entire career, since being signed as an international free agent. Lugo is on the brink of the majors, posting a 0.99 ERA for AAA Tacoma.
Meanwhile, Francis has been one of the top prospects since his selection a couple years ago. But in A-ball, he has a lot to prove before he reaches the majors. even if he develops, it would be difficult to match the career Anderson has had.
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