Southern Powers Look to Change Directions
Biloxi, MS (XP) - Hurricane GM Harry Connick, III announced a trade with Sunburn GM Tempus today, dealing 1962 Hurricane draftee Eric Quinn. Biloxi is now Sugar-free for the first time in 7 years.
The sad news was certainly felt in the front office of the Hurricanes, but was offset by the news that the team had recieved star starter Dan Curcio, 3 time Top Pitcher Award winner and All-Star as the other half of the trade.
The trade signaled a immediate drive for the playoffs, and Connick did nothing to change that perspection, stating "Of course we plan on winning every year, but we look to this move and some others planned to make us strong contenders for the BBL championship".
The trade created a strong starting staff, led by Curcio and second year 21 year old phenom Chad Neiman, and veterans Crossen and Espinosa, both showing indications of being able to support double digit wins for a capable offense. Waiting in the wings is another talented youngster, Willie Coffey, who looks like he's a strong spring away from joining this suddenly high powered staff.
With the advent of Superman Maldonado, expected to take the Cajun center field over to start the season at the tender age of 19, there are high expectations from the players, fans, and front office to turn around last years 72 win season into something to remember.