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Royals | Jamey Carroll acquired
The Kansas City Royals acquired 2B Jamey Carroll from the Minnesota Twins Sunday, Aug. 11, in exchange for a player to be named or cash considerations. Manager Ned Yost said Carroll will platoon at second base with 2B Chris Getz (knee) when he returns from the disabled list. Carroll also provides depth at third base and shortstop.  Source: The Associated Press
 
BHQ take: Miguel Tejada was DL'd August 11th, leading to the trade for Carroll. Manager Yost's mantra is to go with the hot hand, but who's the hot batter right now? Carroll has a...

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