I would guess that if they trade for Heath Bell, they will have a pretty good inkling that he will sign long term with them. The Jays should not be giving up pieces for a "chance" at signing him, two draft choices be damned.
I would much rather have the prospcts that are closer to being ready than two more lottery tickets. This team is supposed to begin actually challanging for a playoff spot next year so trading for Bell and not signing him would be a step in the wrong direction, IMO. Unless somehow they are able to convince the Padres to take a collection of lesser prospects, but I do not believe Jed Hoyer is that dumb.
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