chicagoblues: Gordo..the other day JD was saying in an interview that it's about time to start using some of our assets to pick up a player via trade (most likely a winger who can score).

Do you think JD would package Perron in any trade to obtain a top winger? If you look at all the talent that's in the pipeline, it's obvious someone has to go. Both Pulushaj and Eller are expected to compete for a roster spot next year and I know the front office is really high on this Pulushaj kid. He could take Perron's spot and we could probably fetch a pretty good forward for him. He seems to always be on the outs with Murray and I know he's young, but he continues to be in the doghouse.

Anyway, thanks.

Jeff Gordon: Perron has a huge upside, so that wouldn't be an asset to move. Overall, though, I agree with that assessment. This team needs another late-20s type offensive player.

jimbyrd: Once Glaus returns, I expect Freese to be sent to Memphis to play every day. Wallace may be there at 3rd. What plans do the Cards have long term?? Wallace to the outfield? Freese somewhere else??

Jeff Gordon: Freese plays third at Memphis. I see Wallace at third at Springfield, then perhaps the outfield or first at Memphis as he progresses.

Can Wallace play 3B well enough in the big leagues? Not sure. But he can hit well enough to play here at some point this year.

jtynes: Jeff,

Not really a question, more of an opinion. I have certainly never played at the major league level, but its fairly evident that of all the positions, second base is not the most difficult. We need someone to make the routine plays and turn the double-play with relative ease. It's not beyond the realm of possibility that a professional athlete, who did play infield until he was drafted, can accomplish playing average to above-average defense at the position. He has good reactions and a strong arm. The coaches position these guys very well. He'll be fine.

Jeff Gordon: As long as Skip can make the double play turn, he'll be OK.

Bleacher Fan at Center: Mr G,

If both Rasmus and Ankiel are starters, which one starts at center? Ankiel seems more fitting for the corners but he has more experience at center than Rasmus. Would Rasmus be ready for a starting gig at center?

Thanks a bunch!

Jeff Gordon: Rasmus will be the better center fielder. Ankiel has wheels and the arm, but he is raw.

PujoDawgz: Do you think Kinney will be a factor this year?

Jeff Gordon: Yes, and that is very important. He has the big-game experience to help in the late innings. And he has the strikeout pitch to get it done.