As always, if we find out about this, there were 3-4 other options AA probably considered
He actually IS trying to upgrade the starting rotation, and second base, and DH platoon
He has obviously just decided that he won't overpay via trade this year
If he is going to overpay a bit anywhere I hopes it's for Jiminez. He *should* be able to trade for a legit 2B at reasonable cost.