Cards might trade Rasmus

...and consequently commit the dumbest move this side of Steve Carlton. I take this with a grain of salt, since Jon Heyman was the same guy who started the "Pirates in discussions with Cardinals" rumor that was subsequently debunked, but here it goes:

Overheard at the pre-All-Star Game bash out on Randall's Island. The contending Cardinals might even consider parting with top outfield prospect Colby Rasmus, a major surprise. If so, it may put them in line to land Pittsburgh's Xavier Nady, or even Jason Bay.

For those thinking signing Bonds is bad, that doesn't even compare to the atrocity of trading Colby Rasmus for Jason Bay. I'm sure the guys over at Future Redbirds will dice this rumor to shreds, which is how it should be. Mr. Mozeliak, if you're out there, I humbly beseech you to reconsider the notion of trading Rasmus if these rumblings are indeed true. There's plenty of other fish in the pond. Go get Nelson Cruz if we need another slugger.

And Mr. Heyman: what is the fascination with the Cardinals and Pirates? The Pirates are said to have exorbitantly high asking prices for their two slugging outfielders, and even so for Damaso Marte. The Cardinals aren't in a position to meet those demands, much less in the same division. There isn't a match.

Say it with me, "Just say no to trading Rasmus! Don't. Trade. Rasmus. No Rasmus for you!"