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The first transaction between Paul DePodesta's former and current employers has occurred: minor-league infielder Jose Flores comes to the Dodgers from the A's for cash.
Can't help but notice that Flores has a near 1:1 ratio of 503 walks against 508 strikeouts, in a minor-league career of about 4,000 plate appearances. That's about a walk every two full games - very nouveau riche for the Dodgers. Flores, who turned 30 last year, does not have much power, but still might compare favorably on offense to Joe Thurston.
Sorry about the content shortfall today: busy times. Hope to catch up tonight or tomorrow, including thoughts on Dodger teenager Greg Miller's impending arthroscopy.
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