Wes Helms (as has been rumored at least since the end of last season) returns to the Marlins, and Jason is sent to the woods. (FishStripes)
"Helms was a disappointment last season after the Phillies signed him to a 2-year, $5.45 million contract last offseason to be their regular third baseman. He hit just .246 with five home runs and 39 RBI in 280 at-bats and lost playing time to Greg Dobbs. But 2 years ago, he hit .329 with 10 home runs and 47 RBI in just 240 at-bats for the Marlins." (Philly.com)
"(T)he Marlins announced they acquired Wes Helms and cash from the Phillies for cash considerations or a player to be named...He is due $2.15 million this season and the Marlins will inherit a $3.75 million club option for 2009 or $750,000 buyout....
"'Wes was unbelievable,' said President of Baseball Operations Larry Beinfest, adding Helms is expected to arrive around game time today. 'He was a guy we never wanted to lose in the first place.'" (SunSentinel)
MEANWHILE: Cantu says he's not worried about his slow start at the plate (he went 2-for-4 last night). (MiamiHerld)
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