The San Francisco Giants apparently love making trades with the Seattle Mariners, as they made their third of the season on Wednesday. And this one is the most serious. Instead of sending out cash, as with the two prior trades, the Giants sent a notable prospect, right-handed starting pitcher Prelander Berroa, in exchange for left-handed hitting infielder (and occasional outfielder) Donovan Walton.
To make room on the 40-man roster for Walton, who will report to AAA Sacramento, the Giants designated for assignment first baseman Mike Ford ... who was recently acquired in a trade with, yes, the Mariners.