Magicians Add Yet Another Big Bat

The Herkimer Magicians added another big bat in what has become a strong offseason, acquiring All-Star right fielder Gary Sheffield from Bristol. The two teams end up swapping draft picks in the 2009 draft. "After acquiring Manny Ramirez earlier in the offseason, we needed another corner outfielder to complement Manny for when he goes down for the season to pair up with Eric Byrnes. Who better to add than another all-star in Gary Sheffield?" Owner/GM Tim Farmer remarked in a press release. "We now believe we have the depth in our offense, getting another 25 plus home run bat, not to mention a little more speed (22 steals) to compete with just about any other team in the league this year, and with the three aces we believe we can contend to win the title this season." There are still players to be had, and the team would like to acquire one or two more starting pitchers before the draft.