It is July. The trade deadline approaches. Which GMs are poised to destroy the near future of their franchise for a quick fix? Quis custodiet ipsos Collettus? The Colletti Watch, that's who.The Situation: We at the Colletti Watch knew that we would likely be focusing on only a few GMs during this trade season, as there are only a few truly awful GMs in the league. Today, we have our first repeat offender. Ed Wade is seriously trying to load up for a run at the playoffs. I repeat, Ed Wade is seriously trying to load up for a run at the playoffs. Buster Olney is reporting that the Astros are in "serious discussions" to acquire Randy Wolf from the Padres. Seriously.
Yes, Roy Oswalt is out for the season and the Astros need another starter. They're also 10 games away from the nearest playoff spot, have a run differential of -55, and haven't even resembled a playoff team since May. Last night, they gave up three homers in the ninth inning to the Pirates and turned a 3-2 win into a 9-3 loss. It's true that Wade has said he's not rebuilding, but did anyone think he actually meant it?
The Doomsday Clock: RED ALERT! ONE MINUTE TO MIDNIGHT! I have no idea who the Astros are offering for Wolf and I have no idea how close the deal is to going down, but the simple fact that it's being discussed is proof that Wade has no long-term plan for the Astros. Be afraid, Astro fans. Be very afraid.
