Sal, I was first thinking Abreu is a bum as the Phillies fan that I am. Last year when we were in it the last month he was fairly silent. He also refused to lead off for us and that pissed me off since Rollins kills us leading off. But honestly he shouldn't lead of because he is too good a hitter and rbi guy to lead off. Our team just wasn't right. In Phillie guys don't make 15 million without being superstars. We loved him once but swayed to loving Utley, and Howard. He wasn't worth the cash to us but theres not much hope the money will be spent on a star next year. He will be perfect for your team though now that I have thought about it. He covers the plate and hits to all sides and works the pitchers and walks too. Hes not real fast but not slow either and can steal a base and score from second. I really think He will be clutch in the Playoffs if Yanks get there when the pitching is better and runs harder to come by. As far as Liddle, Hes not really that bad and with a little run support can help your team. Pitching here is almost like being in the AL anyway. Both players are good guys and good teammates without attitudes or off the field problems.
I know we got robbed to dump the big contract but do you have any insight into the young players the phillies got. I have been looking around and there is nut much info which doesnt bode well for us Philly fans.
I think you will be very happy. Good Luck Sal!