Indians acquire Aviles, Gomes for Rogers

The Indians have acquired shortstop Mike Aviles and corner infielder Yan Gomes from the Blue Jays in exchange for pitcher Esmil Rogers.

Rogers posted a 3.06 ERA in 53 relief innings for Cleveland in 2012. He was acquired by the Indians in June after being designated for assignment by Colorado in the Spring. He will remain under team control through the 2016 season.

Aviles was recently acquired by the Blue Jays as the compensation for the John Farrell signing. He hit .250 with 13 home runs for the Red Sox last year, and will remain under team control through the 2014 season.

Gomes hit .204 with 4 home runs in 111 plate appearances for Toronto in 2012. He spent most of the season in Triple-A, hitting .328 in 335 plate appearances. He has experience at both corner infield spots and as a backstop. He will remain under team control through the 2018 season.

Analysis: I don't mind this trade for both clubs. It's definitely a creative trade to say the least. Rogers is expendable because the Indians' bullpen is one of the best in the game, and he will certainly make an impact with Toronto. The guy throws so hard and could be a great setup man or even closer for them in the future. As for Aviles, he will probably just back up Asdrubal Cabrera now or play third base. I'm sure he has experience at the hot corner, and will definitely find playing time. Gomes is a good prospect to have, but I can't quite project how he fits with that Indians club. Perhaps they could flip him in another trade-possibly for pitching.