Trading Aubrey Huff

Ask any Orioles blog about trading Aubrey Huff and you will get an opinion. The problem is that no two opinions are the same.

Michael at Birds Watcher says Huff is the Orioles number one trade chip. I would add that the Mets, who supposedly covet Aub, had to be impressed with his play against them.

Wayward O, Manhorse's biggest supporter, believes the Orioles would be "nuts" to trade Huff unless the offer is outlandishly good.

Anthony at Oriole Magic is surprised the Orioles didn't trade Huff last year. His trade value certainly would have been higher.

Heath at Dempsey's Army believes that the O's should trade Huff because Oscar Salazar will be a more than adequate stopgap until Brandon Snyder is ready.

Speaking of Snyder's readiness, the young man just earned a promotion to AAA Norfolk. With the future just one level away from the majors, does a Huff trade make more sense? If he succeeds at Norfolk, he would have to get a long hard look in spring training next year. Nolan Reimold only needed 31 AAA games to prove his readiness. If Snyder hits well, he could be fast-tracked also

The O's are headed on a road trip, which usually means losses and ugly play. Luckily the Phils are riding a three game losing streak and Brad Bergesen doesn't know how to get nervous. Maybe we can steal one in Philly.