Well what do you know, Kenny Williams finally made a move this offseason that pleased me. I'm so confused!The White Sox traded for Nick Swisher on Thursday afternoon.
"Nick is a quality switch hitter who consistently gets on base, hits for power and drives in runs," Sox GM Ken Williams said in a statement. "He gives Ozzie Guillen offensive flexibility with his ability to hit in a number of spots up and down the batting order, and his athleticism allows him to play any outfield position or first base.Going to Oakland are a trio of White Sox prospects: outfielder Ryan Sweeney, and pitchers Gio Gonzalez and Fautino De Los Santos."Nick brings to the ballpark a mix of hard-nosed play, energy and a commitment to winning, and he brings it each and every day. He's a great addition to our team and clubhouse."
Swisher is a good addition for the White Sox, because even though he does strike out quite a bit, he also drew 100 walks last season. Something the White Sox definitely need.
There's some speculation that Swisher will be used in the outfield, possibly even in centerfield, but I think this trade signifies something entirely different. I envision Swisher playing first base for the White Sox next season. That's because I believe this trade may be a precursor to another move Kenny Williams is going to try to make with the last valuable trade chip the White Sox have: Paul Konerko.
