I have been enthusiastic about Brett Myers for two years hoping that the Rays might find a way to acquire him. Recently I have been discussing this again and now read this posting at mlbtraderumors.com.

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After his latest poor start, Brett Myers' future with the Phillies could be up in the air. When asked about Myers' job security, Manager Charlie Manuel told The Inquirer's Todd Zolecki: "Can I say his job is secure? I don't know what to say, if you want to know the truth. We'd have to find somebody to do his job first, I guess."

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I realize he has been awful this year, and if there is a physical problem that would change matters. But he may really be a perfect example of someone who simply needs a change of environment, and if that is the case, now might be the time to jump in. He might be available for very little. He could slot as a starter or reliever given his experience.

All his numbers are worse than usual this year. Nonetheless, he is still striking out 7.78/9 IP. His BB rate is up, but still under 4 (3.89/9), and his HR rate, usually high anyway, is even worse this year. Assuming he is not damaged, at age 27 he remains a real talent.