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glenn · 03-08-2009, 09:40 PM

Nats-Braves Exchange struggling hurlers
By Jim Davidson

The Washington Nationals announced today that they sent struggling 26 year old starting pitcher Andy Sonnestine to the Atlanta Braves for 23 year old starting pitcher Jair Jurrjens. Along with Sonnestine, the Nationals will trade starting left fielder Josh Willingham, center fielder Corey Patterson, backup catcher Javier Valentin, shortstop prospect Ian Desmond, outfield prospect Justin Maxwell, and $1 million in cash. Coming back to the Nationals is pitching prospect Cole Rohrbough, and a pair of outfield prospects, 19 year-old Jason Heyward and 20 year old Cody Johnson.

Sonnestine was 13-9 with a 4.38 ERA in 2008, but is struggling in 2009 with a 0-3 record to go along with a 7.50 ERA.

Jurrjens was 13-10 with a 3.68 ERA in 2008, but is 2-2 with a 6.39 ERA in 2009.

Nats GM had this to say about the deal, "It was really important deal for us to make, as it allowed us to free up some spots on the roster. My hands have been tied all year wanting to add some younger guys to the 40 man roster, and maybe give them a shot in the majors, but we needed to open up some roster spots. We thought highly of Andy, but getting back a couple of quality arms and outfield prospects is helpful in trying to rebuild the minor league system."

Jason Heyward, catcher Devin Ivany, and middle infielder Jose Castillo were added to the roster.

03-08-2009, 09:40 PM	#46
glenn Major Leagues Join Date: May 2006 Location: PA Posts: 407	5/9/2009 - Nats-Braves Exchange struggling hurlers By Jim Davidson The Washington Nationals announced today that they sent struggling 26 year old starting pitcher Andy Sonnestine to the Atlanta Braves for 23 year old starting pitcher Jair Jurrjens. Along with Sonnestine, the Nationals will trade starting left fielder Josh Willingham, center fielder Corey Patterson, backup catcher Javier Valentin, shortstop prospect Ian Desmond, outfield prospect Justin Maxwell, and $1 million in cash. Coming back to the Nationals is pitching prospect Cole Rohrbough, and a pair of outfield prospects, 19 year-old Jason Heyward and 20 year old Cody Johnson. Sonnestine was 13-9 with a 4.38 ERA in 2008, but is struggling in 2009 with a 0-3 record to go along with a 7.50 ERA. Jurrjens was 13-10 with a 3.68 ERA in 2008, but is 2-2 with a 6.39 ERA in 2009. Nats GM had this to say about the deal, "It was really important deal for us to make, as it allowed us to free up some spots on the roster. My hands have been tied all year wanting to add some younger guys to the 40 man roster, and maybe give them a shot in the majors, but we needed to open up some roster spots. We thought highly of Andy, but getting back a couple of quality arms and outfield prospects is helpful in trying to rebuild the minor league system." Jason Heyward, catcher Devin Ivany, and middle infielder Jose Castillo were added to the roster.