Expos / Royals

[Former Nationals GM (Alan)]

The two teams have agreed to a trade.

Expos send........
Jon Lester - SP (13–14: $7.5M)
Albert Almora - OF - ($500,000)

Royals send.....
Alexei Ramirez - SS (13: $10.1M, 14: $8.95M)
Yasiel Puig - OF - ($500,000)
Royals 2014 first-round pick


Thanks to the Royals for smooth talks and as always, best of luck to all involved.

[Former Royals GM (Shawn)]

Thanks, Gideon. I feel I have enough depth at SS both in the majors and minors to move Ramirez. My starting pitching was tight entering into the season, and the acquisition gives me a bit more collar room to work with. I truly do hate to lose Puig, but I'll take the chance Almora develops well over the next few years as I play with my existing OF depth.

Best of fortunes to you in your rebuild, Gideon.

[Astros GM (Kris)]

Approved.

Please update rosters and salary cap information.