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Originally Posted by JiriHrdina
^^^I agree to a point but that might be a tough sell to the fan base that is finally just starting to get back into the team. If the Jays are anywhere near the race (say within 5/6 games) and turn into sellers at the deadline that's going to send a very bad message to the fan base about the intentions of the team to compete. I would be more inclined to trade just Hillenbrand but hang to Lilly if they are near the race. Hinske has shown an ability the last few weeks to play well when back in the lineup so he can take over some of Shea's time. But the Jays don't have anyone that would replace Lilly in the rotation.
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I agree, I guess the risk for JP is if he keeps Lilly and then they fall back. He will more and likely lose this guy in the off season. Its going to be a tough call at the trade deadline but if I was betting, I bet JP will sell a few of his players which have value and are in their last year of their contracts.
However I hope the Jays go on a 8 or 9 game winning streak