D-Backs GM wants late-inning arm after trading Hill
The Arizona Diamondbacks parted with veteran infielder Aaron Hill in order to acquire shortstop Jean Segura from the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday night, but general manager Dave Stewart may not be done wheeling and dealing just yet.
Arizona is in the market to add a late-inning reliever to complement closer Brad Ziegler, Stewart told The Arizona Republic's Nick Piecoro.
Dealing away Hill's $12-million salary for 2016 opens up more possibilities for Stewart, who plans to look at both free-agent options and pursue trade avenues to fill his need for a high-leverage arm.
PROJECTED BULLPEN - 2015 STATS
| ROLE | PLAYER | ERA | SO9 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CL | Brad Ziegler | 1.85 | 4.8 |
| SU | Daniel Hudson | 3.86 | 9.4 |
| SU | Silvino Bracho | 1.46 | 12.4 |
| MID | Andrew Chafin | 2.76 | 7.0 |
| MID | Randall Delgado | 3.25 | 9.1 |
| MID | Matt Reynolds | 4.61 | 11.9 |
| LR | Josh Collmenter | 3.79 | 4.7 |
The most notable name still available on the open market is Tyler Clippard, who posted a 2.94 ERA and recorded 19 saves pitching for both the Oakland Athletics and New York Mets last season.
Several closers were also mentioned in trade talks around December's winter meetings, including Pittsburgh's Mark Melancon.
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