The Seattle Monarchs proudly announce the acquisition of minor league reliever William Maxson (http://ootp.izev.com/p139.html). Maxson was acquired through a trade with the Covington Demons. Seattle sent 2B Lee Chaparro (http://ootp.izev.com/p284.html) to Covington in exchange for Maxson and $3 million in cash.
"We think Maxie is an untapped gem. His control is already major league ready. We're going to work with him on improving his stuff and his movement, but we expect him to contribute to the major league team next year or in 2010," explained pitching coach Marcus Burke. Maxson will be assigned to the AA Olympia Olygarchs, joining future Monarch relievers Merlin Bohon and Otha Wells.
General Manager, President, CEO, and team owner Mack Shultz stated that the cash was not a significant consideration in the trade. "What are we, some kind of rinky-dink operation struggling to meet payroll like those Walla Walla Wannabies? That's nonsense." Shultz also said that his purchase today of a waterfront estate was unrelated to the team's activities.
Shultz also strongly denied the rumors tying Chaparro into the Roberto Olivas "Bobby's Kids" sexual harassment scandal of last year. "Lee's a great guy. Sure, he and Roberto roomed together on the road, but that's it. Why, have you heard something?"
Chaparro had been the team's starter at second base since arriving in Seattle in a deadline deal with Walla Walla in 2006. However, rookie sensation Francis Armendariz, one of the Monarchs' two first round picks this year, had pushed him to the bench.
"I'm glad to be going somewhere that I can play every day. It's just too bad I won't have the chance to play those smug latte-drinking b******s so that I can kick their butts," said Chaparro. "Well, I'll be a free agent this offseason if Covington doesn't cough up the cash. Maybe I'll find a spot with Brooklyn or Saskatoon."
Seattle is expected to call up Robert Young from AAA Tacoma to back up Armendariz. Young is hitting a career best .348 this season.
- Calvin LaLoosh, Seattle Monarchs Director of Media Relations
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