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Just think if they still had Hamilton as well. Another youngster they let go. I would have much rather have had Hamilton and Bruce in the OF right now than Griffey.

You do realize that if they still had Hamilton, that they wouldn't have Edinson Volquez, right? The major league ERA leader who has pitched better than anybody so far?

I know Hamilton has been tearing it up for the Rangers, but the Reds needed pitching more than hitting. They have always been able to develop young hitters, but pitching is a different story.

I guess the question is, would you trade the guy who has been the best hitter so far for the guy who has been the best pitcher? On another team, the answer might be different, but for the Reds I would still do the deal.