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December 10, 2008 8:22 PM

Putz traded in 12-player deal

Posted by Geoff Baker

Mariners closer J.J. Putz is headed off to the New York Mets in what has turned into a 12-player deal. An announcement is expected at 9:30 p.m. So far, we know Putz is going to the Mets, along with Jeremy Reed and Sean Green. Luis Valbuena is headed to the Indians.

The Mariners get right fielder Franklin Gutierrez from the Indians and outfielder Endy Chavez, reliever Aaron Heilman and Class AA first baseman Mike Carp from the Mets. As well, they get three more minor leaguers from the Mets, right handed pitcher Maikel Cleto, outfielder Ezequiel Carrera and left handed pitcher Jason Vargas.

Mariners minor league second baseman Luis Valbuena would go to the Indians.

Cleveland also gets pitcher Joe Smith from the Mets.

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Reed is worthlss, a 4th OF at best Green is easily replaceable, dispite the fan lust for him, he's nothing special. Valbuena has a lot of... Posted on December 10, 2008 at 8:39 PM by -k. Jump to comment

GMZ: Years of Scouting - Thousands of Dollars. Named GM - A Few Million $$$ Your first 3-way in Vegas-----PRICELESS. GO M's Posted on December 10, 2008 at 8:29 PM by Balentienforcer. Jump to comment

I've been reading the Met's message boards. New York LOVES Endy Chavez. They are very sad to see him go. Posted on December 10, 2008 at 9:31 PM by Cosmo Kramer. Jump to comment

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