Posted at 11:26 a.m., Monday, October 29, 2007
Baseball: Tigers fill need, acquire Braves SS Renteria
Advertiser Staff
DETROIT — The Detroit Tigers addressed one of their biggest needs today, acquiring shortstop Edgar Renteria from the Atlanta Braves for two prospects.Renteria batted .332 in 124 games with the Braves this year, finishing with 12 homers and 57 RBIs. Detroit went into the offseason needing to add a shortstop after deciding to shift Carlos Guillen to first base.
The Tigers gave up right-hander Jair Jurrjens, who showed signs of promise last season, and minor league outfielder Gorkys Hernandez.
"We are excited to add an All-Star-caliber shortstop in Edgar Renteria to the Tigers organization," Detroit president and general manager Dave Dombrowski said in a statement. "Edgar is a quality player, proven winner and tremendous leader that solidifies our infield."
