Vladimir Guerrero Officially a Texas Ranger

Today January 11 2010 Vladimir “the Ranger killer” Guerrero officially became a Texas Ranger for the 2010 season. Vladimir signed a one-year contract with what texasrangers.com reports to be a mutual option for the 2011 season.

Vladimir has been one of Major League Baseballs best right handed hitters, but he had an injury plagued 2009 campaign with the Angels. With all the moves that Seattle has made, it is nice to see the Rangers add a right handed batter assuming Vlad can stay healthy for the 2010 season.

This offseason has definitely changed the landscape of the AL West this season. The Angels have been losing players, while the Rangers and most notably the Mariners have brought in some key pieces. It will definitely be interesting to watch and see how the AL West Standings shake out for 2010.

5 Reasons I like Vladimir Guerrero

#1 - Texas Rangers fill the void at DH with a much needed right handed bat.
#2 - The Angels no longer have the guy who always put up great numbers against the Texas Rangers.
#3 - Josh Hamilton will get better pitches with Vladimir batting behind him. Josh will have a chance to return to his 2008 form.
#4 - Career Batting Average .321, HR 407, RBI 1318 (.391 BA at the Ballpark in Arlington)
#5 - It is a one year deal so if Vladimir doesn’t have anything left in the tank we won’t be stuck with him, but I think he has something to prove to his doubters.