Recently read a post on MLB Trade Rumors about how the Phillies were close to landing Giambi before he got injured, and how they may pursue him in August as a waiver deal. However, since Philly is lowest priority in waivers as they have the best record in the NL, I'm wondering if you all think he is worth putting in a claim. Obviously, he's not stealing any starts from Fielder. But I am a big believer in having a guy on the bench who is a threat to homer at any time. Giambi certainly fits the bill. Here's how I would ideally set a playoff bench: - A defensive stud OF (Gomez - get well soon) - A versatile IF/OF who can hit (Hairston, Jr.) - A backup C (Kottaras) - A veteran "singles hitter" with patient approach (Kotsay - listen, I don't like him very much either, but management does and he's not getting DFA'd so just deal with it) - A power threat who can hit the ball out of the park at any moment (Giambi) - Other guy (Counsell/Lopez/Wilson - we all know Craig has the lead in the race because of his local ties and history as a "gamer"). This is based on them going with a 14 player/11 pitcher alignment since the 5-man rotation wouldn't be necessary.