Diamondbacks acquire RHP Heilman from Cubs
Aaron Heilman - R - Arizona Diamondbacks
Nov. 19, 2009 - 10:50 PM ET
Diamondbacks acquired RHP Aaron Heilman from the Cubs for LHP Scott Maine and 1B Ryne White.
Some have speculated that Heilman was a non-tender candidate after posting a 4.11 ERA and 1.41 WHIP in 70 relief appearances in 2009, so at least the Cubs got something. It may behoove the Diamondbacks to give the 31-year-old right-hander a shot in their rotation, however general manager Josh Byrnes has already referred to him as a "durable reliever." Poor control has led to Heilman's downfall over the past two seasons, but this is a fine risk worth taking for Arizona, especially considering the little talent they gave up.