Money grows on trees

What the crap is going on with MLB? Since when are mediocre pitchers worth $10-$14 million per year? The latest entry in the insanity is Gil Meche. He's got a career ERA of 4.68 and a grand total of 55 career wins. He just signed a 4 year $45 million contract.

WTF?

Mets Strive To Be Oldest Team In League; Cubs Seek Expensive Mediocrity

No, But The Kids Might Miss Some Class