Al Baker / Bubba Baker

Cleveland acquired Al Baker / Bubba Baker from Arizona/St. Louis Cardinals for 1988 fifth round pick (#132-Tony Jordan). Cleveland spent draft capital for a player without enough hindsight evidence for a stronger win.

Detroit acquired 1984 third round pick (#62-Eric Williams (Michael)); 1984 eighth round pick (?-?) from Arizona/St. Louis Cardinals for Al Baker / Bubba Baker. The available record points to a balanced or unresolved exchange rather than a clear steal. Both sides either received comparable value, the deal was voided/conditional, or the historical record is too thin for a directional verdict.

Arizona acquired Al Baker / Bubba Baker from unidentified partner for not disclosed. Cardinals Win. The talent acquired (Al Baker / Bubba Baker) provided more impact than what Arizona surrendered

Detroit acquired Mike Dawson, 1984 third round pick (#62-Eric Williams (Michael)), and 1984 eighth round pick (undisclosed pick) from Arizona/St. Louis Cardinals for a player to be named later, later identified as Al Baker / Bubba Baker on 1983-07-19. Detroit comes out slightly ahead on the hindsight curve because the Lions preserved the clearer multi-asset return, while Arizona acquired Baker as the named player component.