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Pitching Decisions...

With all of the theories of what should happen when pitchers come back, why hasn't Wellenmeyer been discussed as an option to be the setup man?  I know the walks could be very problematic, but he throws hard and did pitch well out of the pen last season (1+ era I think).  He seems like the logical choice.  I don't think Franklin is a setup man or should be in that role much longer.  Last season was a fluke and TLR should make a change soon before it becomes a big problem in the W/L column.

Another thought:  Who should the Cardinals make sure they keep off limits (in the event we are in this near the deadline)?  I think Perez, Motte, McClellan and Garcia should all be off limits along with the Wonderboy Rasmus. 

Another thought:  If we are in this near the deadline, do you even consider making a move?  This is our rebuilding year, and should be playing for the future.  Do you continue the path that was started at the beginning of the season, or do you shift gears and sell the future for a win now scenario?  I believe the only way you do a win now is in the situation that it keeps the Cubs out of the playoffs.