Look, John.
This was 2009 Wainwright and 2009 Lester, then not only would this trade look ludicrous, but I would NOT be making this deal at all because I wouldn't be in last place if those two a*****e didn't pitch like complete scrubs for me all season.
PREMEIR PICHERS? ARE YOU SERIOUS?
Those guys are pitching like waiver-wire caliber pitchers. You're looking at their names and reputation. Not their actual production.
Almost every good player on my team is injured for a significant length of time and even if my team is at full strength...it's not good enough to make the playoffs. I'm not throwing in the towel at all. I'm being realistic about my chances this season and obtaining assets to help me next season.
I can keep trotting out my full roster this year,
knowing full well that I have no chance of making the playoffs.
Or I can make a move to help me be more competitive in the future.
That's exactly what a competitive fantasy GM should be doing with the current team I have.