Houston Chronicle writer Evan Drellich said it best in calling the group of prospects given up by the Houston Astros for Atlanta Braves catcher/left fielder Evan Gattis a "pricey package."
Per Drellich, "the deal represents the biggest grouping of minor league talent Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow has parted with in a trade, signifying a commitment - and a need - to get better at the big league level immediately. Gattis is under team control for four years, from 2015-18."
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Flamethrower Mike Foltynewicz, RHP Andrew Thurman, and third baseman Rio Ruiz represent some of the former gems of Houston's farm system - a clear signal by GM Jeff Luhnow that the time to win is now.
"We're excited," Luhnow said. "We had to give up a lot to get Evan Gattis and [minor-league reliever] James Hoyt, but they're both players that figure into our plans for next year. Evan Gattis is a premier offensive player in today's game where offense is declining."
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