http://www.sbnation.comhttp://www.sbnation.com/users/Big_Popup Posts made by Big_Popup on SB Nation http://www.talkingchop.com/2008/7/23/577947/don-t-trade-teixeira Big_Popup Thu, 24 Jul 2008 03:07:38 -0000 <p>Why on earth would the Braves think of trading Mark Teixeira ?&nbsp; The combination of Chipper and Mark (back to back power hitting switch hitters)&nbsp; is very rare and usually very productive.&nbsp; If the Braves are to make the playoffs&nbsp; ( it's way too early to believe they won't)&nbsp; they need Teixeira in the lineup.&nbsp; If they aren't planning to make the playoffs,&nbsp; what's the point of a trade for another can of pitchers ?&nbsp; Let your current pitchers get healthy over the winter and try again next year.&nbsp; But better still,&nbsp; win about 12 out of 15&nbsp; and check the standings again.&nbsp; The Mets did it, so can the Braves.&nbsp; It's not too late for this year !</p>