So the Utah Jazz traded Ronnie Brewer for a player who is yet to be determined (a draft pick). Some trades happen and you just shrug. Some happen and you feel betrayed. Some leave you in disbelief. This is what I wrote in reaction to hearing about this on ESPN:

“Wow, I’m going to miss Ronnie. I’m a big fan. Not that he’s a franchise player or anything, but he could bring some excitement. Reminds me of the days when the Jazz would trade Blue Edwards or Ty Corbin. This team really isn’t chasing a banner anyway so I guess if they can save some money they have to do it. I understand, but the pure fan in me doesn’t want to see guys go who I like. Good luck Ronnie…”

As a fan we aren’t always rational. We think that certain players shouldn’t make mistakes. We get upset or excited about things that are silly, but I just really felt like I did when I was a kid and that one guy who I liked for reasons beyond what he brought as a player left the team.  I don’t know how he’ll do in his new situation, but he is one guy I will follow…