5 Dream Moves That Would Make Stat-Heads Squeal

As the Philadelphia Phillies continue their swan dive into the free agent pool in pursuit of the next big splash, fans are eagerly waiting for the front office to fill the holes that still exist. After reeling in Jonathan Papelbon and setting the market price for relievers, the Philly faithful have their sights set on acquisitions that could make their team unstoppable.

Rumors are swirling about utility player Michael Cuddyer and more permanent solutions like Freddy Galvis or Jose Reyes. The crowds that are set to continue the string of sellouts at Citizens Bank Park are still unsure of whether they will be flocking to see Jimmy Rollins or his replacement.

So, as the baseball world watches as the National League favorites retool before another run at the World Series in 2012, one can only think of the many directions in which the club can move. Sure, it makes sense to target the areas that failed them during their most recent postseason failure.

But what if their trigger-happy General Manager shocked the world with a move that would all but guarantee the team another title?

The league is expecting Ruben Amaro Jr. to make a few more moves that will build upon an already-talented roster. However, after years of massive moves and franchise-changing trades, is it unreasonable to doubt that the Phillies could make another huge deal this winter?

The assembly of the “Four Aces” last season and their statistical potential brings a unique type of excitement that can only surround the opportunity to make history by the numbers. Here are five moves Philadelphia could make that would leave stat junkies shaking their heads at the limitless impact they could have on the record books.

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