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NOT going all-in with Prince Fielder does not automatically knee-cap the 2012 season. There are great trades we could make and other ways we could use our FA money that might bring as good or better a return in total.
It's not the only way - but IMO it is ONE way. If we don't go that route, and I believe we won't, then I'm interested to see what alternate plan we have to get what we need.
You don't HAVE to sign A-Rod...but then you'd probably better find a roiding second baseman who is going to have one of the 5-best seasons ever at his position and a hall of fame leadoff man and MVP to help you make up some of the difference.
~G