Pirates talking Nyjer-Lastings swap
The Washington Nationals offered Lastings Milledge to the Pirates for Nyjer Morgan is a straight-up swap of outfielders. Huntington, the Pirates' general manager, apparently wants Nationals acting GM Mike Rizzo to add a second player before he would consider making the trade.
However, the Pirates need to bring as many multi-talented young players as possible into the organization. They also need to take some gambles if they are ever going to pull out of their 17-year tailspin. Thus, if I were the GM, I would pull the trigger on this deal. (Pirates Report)
I agree one-hundred percent with what John Perrotto said regarding the possible deal. Milledge, 24, and Morgan, 29, are both very talented ball players that can do a lot for a team. However, Milledge has so much more to offer as an everyday player than what Morgan can bring to the table. He's got both terrific power and speed.
Also, Pittsburgh's farm system includes names like Jose Tabata, Gorkys Hernandez, and Steve Pearce (currently on the 25-man roster). If Milledge wound up to be a total disaster, someone would be able to step in and take his place. Nyjer's one of my favorite Buccos, but I'd take Lastings in a heartbeat.

