January 8, 2011-The Atlanta Braves sent 24 year-old SP Tommy Hanson and prospect SP Randall Delgado to Florida for 27 year-old SP Fausto Carmona (right). Both Braves GM Jobo Foster and Marlins GM Sam East expressed the sentiments that both clubs should benefit from the surprising deal.
Pressed by the financial limitations in small market Florida, East commented,"I'm a little nervous trading an ace within the (NL East) division, but Hanson has the potential to be as successful as Carmona and I need to save some dollars so I can extend Josh Johnson's contract this year or maybe sign one or two more players during the off season."
Foster also mentioned his hesitancy to trade within the division, but added, "When you get the opportunity to add a starting pitcher like Carmona, that helps you get over that reluctance in a hurry."
Carmona was 15-8 with a 2.93 in the regular season for the World Champion Marlins. He also pitched well in the playoffs, going 1-0 in 3 starts with a 2.45 ERA. "We believe 
he is just coming into his prime and will be a great addition to our rotation," said Foster.
he is just coming into his prime and will be a great addition to our rotation," said Foster.Hanson (left) struggled early in 2010, but finished the season a bit stronger, giving hints to the kind of pitcher he's been projected to become. His record was 9-14, 4.76 ERA, and 167 strike outs in 177.2 innings. Delgado has not been considered a highly rated prospect, but his performance and pitch development indicate he may have more than what some scouts have been saying about him.
"Florida is getting two fine pitchers. I've always liked Tommy and looked forward to his career development. Randall has been turning quite a few heads as well lately. We'll miss them, but again...getting a guy like Fausto...well......"
Foster left his sentence unfinished, but the smile on his face spoke volumes.
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