Five Toronto Blue Jays Who Should Be on the Trading Block Right Now
Devon Travis
Jul 6, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Devon Travis (29) turns a double play while Chicago White Sox center fielder Adam Eaton (1) slides into second base during the first inning at U.S Cellular Field. Mandatory Credit: Caylor Arnold-USA TODAY SportsS
Devon Travis is a rookie 24 year old and has turned some heads after being acquired last winter, from the Detroit Tigers, for outfielder Anthony Gose. Anthony Gose was once perceived as a prospect that would lead the outfield’s future.
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He was dealt on November 12, 2014. Devon Travis has burst onto the scene and been fantastic for the team. It could be argued that the team has a prized gem, almost equivalent to All-Star Roberto Alomar. This is not to suggest that Travis will be dealt, or should be dealt, but he could be an attractive prospect that another team might desire.
Travis has been injured for portions of the season this year, but when he has been out there on the field he has given 100%. The team is in a tough predicament. They already have Josh Donaldson at third base and Jose Reyes at shortstop. They are proven veterans. They aren’t going to lose playing time to Travis.
Travis won’t be playing first base as they already have an assortment of Edwin Encarnacion, Justin Smoak and Chris Colabello there. When Travis was hurt, Ryan Goins stepped in and filled the role admirably. Travis is a better hitter than Goins and teams will probably offer more for Travis’ bat than Goins’ gloves.
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