Yeah, I like this deal too. If he's capable of being a lead-off batter then I really love the move. I'd too much rather see Grady in the 3-hole because he is such a great hitter. Hopefully people aren't quick to bash this deal if he has a bad second year...sophomore slumps happen a lot (i.e. jody gerut, jhonny peralta), and don't forget he's also switching leagues too. he could be a really good player in the future. I'm gonna miss Minny Manny (ronnie) though.
As for what we need: Bullpen and corner outfield i think are our needs. Michaels is not the answer in left, and Blake isn't that great either though he did have a good year by his standards (and he can platoon at 1st when needed). I guess we can give Peralta one more year to see if he can get in better shape, field better, hit a curveball, and not have the lowest batting avg in the league with RISP(runners in scoring position).