Its not a terrible thing to have some money to spend mid season, knowing you can add a player in july and taking in a contract was a luxury he didn't have last year. As long as he can patch the remaining holes on the roster with something serviceable.
Im intrigued by the japanese guy, but i agree. If this is the final year of their 3 year window.. They trying to win now. Why experiment with unknowns when you have money to sign proven major league players?
Just gotta wait and see.