Chacon pitched for the Yankees in 2005 and 2006, although he's probably best known for his time with the Rockies. He was acquired mid-season in '05, and went 7-3 with a sub-3 ERA to help lead the Yanks to the post-season. Along with Aaron Small, Chacon really helped save the Yankees season and provide rotation stability. It was a small acquisition that proved very important.
I loved watching him compete. I just felt like he was fearless on the mound. I really became a big fan of his that summer.
He was nice enough to sign these cards for me in about 4 weeks.
If the Thompson being the traded version irrationally bugged you so much I say, yes, change them.
ReplyDeleteDo it. Your collection. Your rules
ReplyDeleteHe's got a good-looking sig. If nothing else, that is an upgrade over Thompson.
ReplyDeleteChacon played for the Pirates for a while. He was really bad one year and average the other.
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately the thing I remember the most is him supposedly getting in a fight with Ed Wade in Houston.
Make the swap! I remember Chacon well, he was becoming a personal favorite of mine during his little run.
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