The Chicago White Sox declined outfielder Ken Griffey Jr.'s $16.5 million option for 2009,and Jr. will gets a $4 million buyout.It means that this is will be Griffey's first time filing for free agent market in his 20 years career life.Despite his superior denfense ability and his experience still can help him landing a starting job this winter,but it's unlikely that he will receive a mutiple contract and substantial salary due to his injury prone.For this point,Braves' GM Frank Wren should take him into consideration for team rebuilding.He is a suitable LF candidate and won't occupy much of team's budge.What the more,his great popularity should attract thousands of fans watching Braves' game.
Another outfield slugger candidate is Tiger's Magglio Ordonez,who will owe $18 million in 2009 and $15 million salaries in 2010 and 2011. Because Tiger's GM Dave Dombrowski is looking to create funds on the Tigers payroll,he may consider dealing this all-star slugger.Magglio Ordonez,34 years old,is a one of the MLB elite outfielders,and with many of Braves' hitters in the lineup are lefty,Maggie's right-handed swing can balance the lineup.If Tigers are willing to absorb half of Ordonez's salary,that Frank Wren may got deal with his best friend just like last year's Scenario.
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