Who is Travis Blackley?

Yesterday, the Giants traded Jason Ellison to the Mariners for Travis Blackley, who they promptly shipped to Fresno. Now some questions:

1. Who exactly is this pitcher?
   Blackley is a native of Melbourne. (Shouldn't he be playing cricket, then?) A few years back (2000, to be exact) he was signed by Seattle. He dominated his first two years, and slowed down a little after that, but still was able to make the big club by 2004. He also played in the 2003 Futures Game. The Futures Game displays the best young prospects. Liriano was one of the Giants farmhands who played in the game in recent years. However, Blackley blew out his shoulder. He missed all of 2005 due to the injury, and spent last season in AA.
2. Do I think he can rebound from the injury?
   Yes. Comebacks from injuries are much more common than 20 years ago. The injury derailed his career, but with a new team, he can get back on the right track.
3. Do I think it was a good trade?
To an extent. Jason Ellison wasn't going anywhere, simply taking a spot that can now be saved for Fred Lewis, and he now plays for his hometown team, where he can start anew. However, though Blackley shows promise, I think the Giants would have been better served getting an infielder. I fear Blackley will end up as just another talented pitcher hanging around in Fresno because the Giants don't have room for him in San Francisco. It happens a lot.