Aaron Hill has never been a very good OBP guy, and even when he hit 26 home runs last year his sluggig % was below 400, and this year is a paltry 313. At least in an off year like this Johnson can still be a 700 OPS guy whereas Hill last year didn't produce at that level, and is well below that this year. Plus Johnson being a left handed hitter does give the Jays a different look.
Something really isn't right with Hill though. I don't know if you can pin it on injuries, or what, but last year he at least flashed some of that 2009 power at times, this year though it looks long gone. Just completely devoid of any confidence at the plate.
MacDonald seemed like a great team guy and I hope he can do something to help the D-Backs out. But at the end of the day theres always a good veteran infielder who can play defence to be had in the free agency market for a good price.
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