The trade of Brad Fullmer to the Angels for Brian Cooper exemplifies a missed opportunity for the Blue Jays, marking it as one of J.P. Ricciardi's less successful decisions. Fullmer, while previously labeled a disappointment, showed offensive potential as a DH, boasting a .284 batting average with 50 home runs during his time with Toronto. The trade raises questions about management's strategy and their perception of player value, especially since Cooper struggled to translate his potential into on-field success.
Fullmer's journey began with the Expos, where he was drafted in the second round of 1993, but he never quite lived up to the expectations. Despite hitting .276 with 25 home runs over 259 games, his defensive capabilities left much to be desired. This perceived underperformance likely played into the trade dynamics, as both Fullmer and Cooper, at 27, were exchanged under the shadow of their respective underwhelming outputs.
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