And a couple of notes on this quote: 1. Archer's salary is going up towards 10 million in coming years. 2. You might be trading 3 guys that will provide you 3-5 wins (WAR) for $600k a few years from now to acquire Archer. To acquire Arrieta, you just pay the inflated cost and give up a supplemental draft pick. Not to mention, where are you getting 10 wins? I can't find a publication that has a season any higher than 5.2 for Archer. Well he had 10 wins last year so I am guessing that is what he is referring to.