Except for the fact that Phelps is hitting
.286 .464 .341 vs. righties and Erickson should only be used if your trying to tank. It is a minor trade, but its deals like this that can help owners like Tim win 1 or 2 more games in the year, which can sometimes be the difference.

By the way, Tampa Bay releasing a guy doesn't mean much with that ownership/management group.