update on Blue Jays signing and more

According to Sportsnet.ca Gregg Zaun is close to signing with the Jays, despite earlier reports indicating Rod Brajas has signed a tentative deal. Zaun is a leader who handls pitcher's very well. A disciplined hitter, Zaun shows occassional power. He tends to fade at the plate during the second half and falls flat in the clutch. Has little power against south paws. This would be a good move, however, the Jays will want to look into signing a back-up catcher who can throw out base runners better than Molina (the Jays were ranked near the bottom of the league in that category and will have to improve this stt if they want to make the playoffs.)

There were two other signings in the MLB Monday including catcher Chad Mohler who will be battling for the back-up job in Cincinatti. He has a pretty good arm and knows how to handle pitchers. At the plate, he thrives against softer, breaking stuff. He tends to hit the ball on the ground too much, which is not a good idea for a slow catcher. Fails with runners in scoring positions and the second half.

Finally, starter Adam Eaton signed with the Philadelphia Phillies. Eaton's ability to keep the ball on the ground is superb, using four strong pitches. He has shown he can work both sides of the plate and isn't afraid to go inside when behind in the count. He is solid as fielder and is above-average with the bat. Occasional lapses in control have been Eaton's nemises. He tends to have trouble with left-handed hitters. Eaton should slide in as a solid #3 starter for the Phillies.