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It looks like the speculation has turned into concrete talks. Of course, the article points out nothing is close but still. I’m glad to see that some semi serious conversation has occurred.
Also, does this bother anyone else:
Davis is regarded within the industry as being one notch below the likes of elite prospects like Tommy Hanson and Clay Buchholz. But the disparity is not great. Davis, 23, runs his fastball up to 95 miles per hour and would instantly become the best young starting pitcher in the Cleveland organization.
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The Rays would probably be more comfortable moving shortstop Reid Brignac than Davis, due in large part to the middle infield depth they currently have in the majors (Jason Bartlett, Ben Zobrist and the injured Akinori Iwamura).
wow..Reid Brignac is NOT Wade Davis. That’s like asking for Roy Halladay and being offered Joe Inglett
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 9:44 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I don’t necessarily read that as if the Rays would prefer to trade Brignac for Lee.; they do later mention that the Rays have interest in Betancourt, so something could be in the works there.
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by rolub on Jul 23, 2009 9:56 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The context of the full article makes it pretty clear that Morosi is saying the Rays would prefer to trade Brignac instead of Lee. The discussion of relievers is mentioned in passing after the Lee discussion, and not limited to the Indians.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 10:02 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
How can TBR trade Lee when they don’t even have him yet?
by JulioBernazard on Jul 23, 2009 10:24 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
DO NOT QUESTION ANDREW FRIEDMAN…HE WILL EAT YOUR SOUL
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 10:26 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think WD meant that the Rays would prefer to trade Brignac instead of Davis, but I don’t see how the Rays get Lee without giving up Davis (and maybe Brignac also, though we hopefully are set in the MI, unless we could shift Brignac to say, 3B, though that would block Chisenhall’s arrival, though that likely wouldn’t be until late 2010 at the absolute earliest, and more likely, 2011).
The "cream of the crop" doesn't always rise to the top.
by indiansfan on Jul 23, 2009 6:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes.
Reid is not the centerpiece of a Cliff Lee deal.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 10:16 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Did you not read the part that said Brignac hit .271 when he was called up earlier this year? Guy’s clearly the real deal.
by cleveland teamer on Jul 23, 2009 10:48 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wow … that’s Ben Francisco callup territory.
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jul 23, 2009 11:21 AM EDT up reply actions 2 recs
But can he play LF or RF?
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by emd2k3 on Jul 24, 2009 9:51 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Of course they’d rather trade Brignac and rather keep Wade. What they apparently fail to realize is they’re going to have to give something up especially since the Indians don’t really have to trade Lee.
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by ClemsonGirl on Jul 23, 2009 10:31 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Maybe we could trade Brown for Davis?
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 10:32 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Do it!
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by ClemsonGirl on Jul 23, 2009 10:33 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don’t know why we haven’t yet.
Brown is clearly our best prospect.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 10:33 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
What they apparently fail to realize is they’regoing to have to give something up especially since the Indians don’t really have to trade Leenot dealing with Bavasi.
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by westbrook on Jul 23, 2009 12:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I can’t see Shapiro trading Cliff unless we get a top pitching prospect back
by Roger Dorn on Jul 23, 2009 9:52 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Yes, possibly at least one.
Texas intrigues me as a potential trading partner (Feliz – though I’m not sure about his command, Holland – seems solid, though maybe not “elite”, Perez – who BA recently said that he is a prospect that is “not worth trading” – I’d certainly try to get him if possible, Kiker – he looks very promising; I almost might prefer him to Feliz or Holland, since his command seems better than Feliz’s and he seems to have a higher ceiling than Holland in my opinion, Main – almost forgot him; I’m not sure how he’s doing, Beavan – was projected to be a draft pick of ours a few years; has been solid, though maybe not “elite”) I know they are having financial issues, but if I could get an additional premium pitching prospect or two for paying Lee’s salary next year, I’d do it, since I have serious doubts about us competing in 2010, and especially without Lee, Martinez, or both (I have doubts EVEN if we keep both for the start of 2010).
Just my 2 cents.
The "cream of the crop" doesn't always rise to the top.
by indiansfan on Jul 23, 2009 6:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I meant to say that there would have to be AT LEAST ONE (I think 2 or three, with two being top pitching prospects and the third being a very good pitching prospect being what I would try to get for Lee – see the info. about Texas’ pitching prospects above).
The "cream of the crop" doesn't always rise to the top.
by indiansfan on Jul 23, 2009 6:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wait, we know about it. That means it’s off, right?
by NickFantana on Jul 23, 2009 9:53 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We knew about the Brewers.
Maybe the AL East has Epstein Syndrome and calls the reporters themselves.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 10:16 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
No, that’s not quite it. It’s, by the time you’ve heard about a specific deal, Shapiro is negotiating a different one.
by fleerdon on Jul 23, 2009 10:18 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I HOPE SO!
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by westbrook on Jul 23, 2009 12:23 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You have to hold out for Davis. Period.
And you know what, make them give us Brignac too.
And two lesser prospects.
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 9:56 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
How about Davis and Hellickson plus lower level prospects for Cliff AND Betancourt
by Roger Dorn on Jul 23, 2009 10:03 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Absolutely.
Or, gimme Davis, Brignac and Moore.
I’d even consider McGee, although he’s still in post-surgery recovery.
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 10:05 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
that’s exactly what I had in mind. I’d even pay their salaries the rest of the season or atleast a large chunk of it. Hellickson intrigues me, because he’s somewhat undersized, his fastball is a little flat, but the results have been great. Worst case scenario he’ll turn into a flamethrowing reliever.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 10:27 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
BA rated him as having the best control in the Rays system, we could use some guys that throw strikes
by Roger Dorn on Jul 23, 2009 10:38 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
he does have very good command. He can spot a low to mid-90’s fastball and he supposedly has a pretty good changeup as well. His breaking ball is lacking a bit and there are some concerns about him being too hittable because he throws so many strikes.
I’d take him. Some people wanted us to draft Mike Leake last month (I was one of them) and Hellickson is basically the same guy but with better velocity and obviously more experience. He reminds a little bit of Oswalt in terms of his size and stuff.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 11:05 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Davis also has a sick nasty curve
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 11:21 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Actually according to the DRays guys, the answer is five pitches, two plus.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 11:33 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think I read earlier that its plus fastball and 11-5 curve. He’s working on a cut fastball that is avg right now…and his change is avg too.
by MooneysRebellion on Jul 23, 2009 11:33 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Pretty much. Though I wonder why we’d want Brignac. Doesn’t seem that great to me. I’ve heard mixed reviews about his defense and ability to stick at SS. (He’s 6’3)
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 10:03 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think they’d move him. 3B maybe. 2B maybe.
Push Valbuena into a cost-effective UT?
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 10:05 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
eh…thats all rumors are until a trade occurs. And to be fair I partly wanted to post a WTF at the Brignac instead of Davis comment.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 10:10 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know. I was really just hoping to post an (in)appropriate pic from Police Academy 1
by APV on Jul 23, 2009 10:18 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Honestly? I love this time of year.
That said, I wish the Indians weren’t on the “saying goodbye to their 2 best players” end of the rumors for another year.
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 10:12 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The only yawn is watching the Indians play this year
by Roger Dorn on Jul 23, 2009 10:39 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Look at it this way … after these two, there really aren’t any more that we’d consider trading for at least a couple of years.
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jul 23, 2009 11:23 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You say that now, but what about when we blow up next season and someone decides to ransack their entire system for a rejuvenated Fausto, Grady and Jhonny?
I'm not from round 'ere...
by RasenFridge on Jul 23, 2009 11:25 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Won’t happen, except maybe for Jhonny. Fausto and Grady are under contract for too long and too cheap.
We wouldn’t even be considering Victor and Cliff if they weren’t down to their last 1.5 seasons.
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jul 23, 2009 11:29 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The logic’s good.
But then again, PECOTA reckoned we’d be clear by now…
I'm not from round 'ere...
by RasenFridge on Jul 23, 2009 11:35 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
A projection that the Indians won’t trade two stars under cheap, long-term contracts is far more reliable than PECOTA.
by FredOx on Jul 23, 2009 11:38 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Absolutely correct. At some point ya gotta use some judgment.
Resident LGT results-oriented boob.
by mauichuck on Jul 24, 2009 2:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think you mean, “ENTIRELY CORRECT!”
by Logodaedalus on Jul 24, 2009 2:29 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Would we rather have Alcides Escobar or Reid Brignac?
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 10:17 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Escobar is the far better defensive player
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 10:18 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Brewers don’t really have the upper level pitching help right?
I mean their top pitching prospect likes the ganja!
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 10:19 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Probably there’d be a third team involved.
Yeah. “There’d.”
by fleerdon on Jul 23, 2009 10:21 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well I’m just asking hypothetically.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 10:23 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sure, I suppose so.
Hypothetically, why would we even care about shortstops?
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 10:24 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
/shrug
Brignac might not play SS
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 10:26 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
He’s never played 3B from what I’ve seen. And scouts are starting to come around about his ability to stick at SS. But seriously guys, we’re not trading for Brignac or any other SS (at least as a center piece)
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 10:28 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, that’s my point exactly.
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 10:28 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
No and I don’t think we should. I honestly just didn’t know who to like better between Reid and Alcides.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 10:29 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Escobar is 14th on BA’s top 25 prospect list…Brignac is mysteriously absent. And not in the next 25 either.Typo right? RIGHT?
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 10:31 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
NO BUT THEY HAVE GALLARDO
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by westbrook on Jul 23, 2009 12:34 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh, btw… Brignac < Bartlett
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by westbrook on Jul 23, 2009 12:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’d like Gallardo (the best of the four from the group that included him, Phil Hughes, Homer Bailey, and Adam Miller), but I doubt the Brewers would give him up, though if they really want Lee, I’d probably ask for him, since Jeremy Jeffress (I think that’s his name – something like that) is still a distance away, has command issues, and, if I remember correctly (please correct me if I’m wrong) had some issue with a banned substance just recently (could be wrong on that, but I thought I just read that within the last 1-2 weeks).
Obviously, Gallardo is more of a sure thing, and I’m not sure they have a pitching prospect in their system that even comes close to Gallardo’s ceiling and is reasonably close to the Majors.
Of course, the Brewers want to improve their ballclub for a postseason run – losing Gallardo won’t help them do that, so essentially, a third team would have to be involved or there will be no Lee to MIlwaukee deal – I’m pretty sure of that.
The "cream of the crop" doesn't always rise to the top.
by indiansfan on Jul 23, 2009 6:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’d like alcibiades escobar, maybe. seeing as this whole season has gone to syracuse…
by gmfrodo on Jul 23, 2009 12:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think things are going to get pretty heated around here. Maybe an Official Cliff Lee thread is in order, and I would nominate this one (can we rec fanshots to the top?).
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 10:18 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Probably a good idea … this is gonna go on for a while.
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 10:19 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nick, you’re going to need a pre-emptive intervention, aren’t you? A printervention?
by fleerdon on Jul 23, 2009 10:20 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
When the Indians are bad I don’t get much work done around these times.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 10:23 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
this is pretty much my job right now. That and being awesome.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 10:25 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
This trade will be legen
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 10:26 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
wait for it….
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 10:28 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
and I hope your not lactose intolerant because the next word is…DARY
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 10:29 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Good set up by my wing man
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 10:33 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Great episode.
Who needs affection when you can have blind hatred?
by ClemsonGirl on Jul 23, 2009 10:38 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You’ll be happy to know that my nose isn’t bleeding right now
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 10:40 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I won’t lie. I celebrated Happy NOT a Father’s day
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 11:30 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
how about an official Office thread too, so I don’t get all excited when there’s 160 new posts about Karen in a Heyman/Lee thread?
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by rolub on Jul 23, 2009 10:25 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
a-men brother.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 10:28 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yikes
Ride on ye fearsome Horsemen of the Basketball Apocalypse. We got this.
by Turkmenbashi on Jul 23, 2009 11:13 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
thisss
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by westbrook on Jul 23, 2009 12:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
yea, rec it and it should be here through the trade deadline
by Roger Dorn on Jul 23, 2009 10:40 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Interesting lineup … Victor DH’ing … Gimenez catching.
Sizemore cf Cabrera ss Choo rf Martinez dh Peralta 3b Garko 1b Francisco lf Carroll 2b Gimenez ca
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 10:32 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I forgot there was an early game today, even if this doesn’t belong in Tradin’ Cliff thread.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 10:33 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
There is? Darn Now I can’t see it!
Who needs affection when you can have blind hatred?
by ClemsonGirl on Jul 23, 2009 10:33 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sigh. Trade rumors in a nutshell.
“We’re interested in [your most valuable player]. We’ll talk about anybody besides [our only prospect you’d actually want]. For example, would you consider [iffy prospect you don’t have room for]?”
It’s like that episode of Friends when Phoebe says she’ll “negotiate” for one of those dude’s engagement rings and leads with, “I will give you five dollars.”
by fleerdon on Jul 23, 2009 10:39 AM EDT reply actions 1 recs
Still better than what passes for most internet trade speculation: [Player on our team] really sucks, so let’s trade him for [player on another team who doesn’t suck]. BenFran for Clay Buckholds. READ THIS THIO EPSTEEN
by FredOx on Jul 23, 2009 10:47 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
No, no, you have to package up the mediocrities.
Start with Trevor Crowe, whom they wanted a few years ago.
Now add in Beau Mills, whose Dad works for the Red Sox.
Josh Barfield, obviously.
Okay … now we get Buchholz.
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jul 23, 2009 11:27 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Lets get Bowden too by tossing in Marte and Drennen.
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 11:32 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Shrewd.
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jul 23, 2009 5:38 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Potential 2010 Rotation
(In no particular order)
Carmona
Westbrook
Davis
Buchholz
Huff
Rondon
Laffey
Lewis
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 10:45 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
where do you get Buchholz from? I assume in Victor trade, but it seems pretty clear that the Red Sox are very reluctant to trade Buchholz and then there’s the question if we should trade Martinez.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 10:51 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
…POTENTIAL
And reluctant to trade means nothing at this time of the year. Just like we’re reluctant to trade Lee and Martinez. There’s no reason to believe that any of the three players or Davis will get traded at all. It’s all speculation. Do we really need to have a debate about discussion potential moves?
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 11:24 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Also, this wasn’t intended to be rude. I’m just saying…
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 11:28 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It’s not rude, I just wasn’t sure where Buchholz came from.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 11:45 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah from a potential Martinez deal. Which Gammons says this morning isn’t dead. Don’t know if it’d include Buchholz though.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 11:47 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
just read that Gammons report. Alot of contradicting reports lately about Boston and Martinez. We’ll see what happens I guess.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 11:48 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
with this much contradiction it usually means there’s something going on. Not a trade per se but definitely interest.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 11:51 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well, the trades to get both Buchholz and Davis are probably unpossible, but I like that rotation wherein Jake is the old man (average age just under 26).
by FredOx on Jul 23, 2009 10:54 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I do not want Laffey in AAA to start another season.
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by westbrook on Jul 23, 2009 12:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think if this scenario miraculously happened, it would be Davis starting in the minors. Or (gulp) the bullpen, knowing us.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 12:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don’t think Shap would put the centerpiece of his Lee deal in the bullpen.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 12:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just to start. Ease him in until inevitably a spot opens up into the rotation. I think they’re talking about the same thing in Tampa anyway.
It’s not what I would do but it’s defensible, I think.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 12:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Won’t happen.
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jul 23, 2009 5:39 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Agreed. I also don’t want him in the bullpen.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 12:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
To the DRaysBays folks:
This is what a thread looks like when you don’t fill it up with:
1. Trolls
2. Bashing the trolls
3. Gay jokes
We don’t allow #s 1 and 3 here, in case you want to jump in with input.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 10:52 AM EDT reply actions 1 recs
We mercifully don’t allow #4.
by JulioBernazard on Jul 23, 2009 11:02 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Seriously.
I just wanted to believe.
by mjmarble on Jul 23, 2009 11:50 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
There’s one troll in particular over there who really gums up the works.
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 11:11 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
haha rec for the sternfan reference. only we cleveland.com veterans can truly understand. . .
by Cap'n Snegiryov on Jul 23, 2009 2:48 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
gay jokes are certainly preferable to the morose and depressive gallows humor we have been forced to around here. Oh, I wish only for some light and witty gay jokes….sigh.
by gmfrodo on Jul 23, 2009 1:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You’ll have to go elsewhere.
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jul 23, 2009 5:40 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
what do you have against happiness?
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 8:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It’s off-topic.
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jul 23, 2009 10:58 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
I’d disagree if this were any other team. But sadly…its the Indians.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 11:05 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Morosi now says the Rays might bring in a third team to get the Indians the second arm. Link.
by fleerdon on Jul 23, 2009 11:00 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Or, wait, was that in the original story? Anyway, it’s the same as before, except:
The Rays are trying to involve a third team in an attempt to satisfy Cleveland’s prospect demands, major league sources told FOXSports.com senior baseball writer Ken Rosenthal. The third club would provide a second pitcher of the Indians’ liking.
by fleerdon on Jul 23, 2009 11:01 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh my God the guys at DRays might actually be onto something. The Rays could get one of Texas’ catchers.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 11:04 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That makes a lot of sense.
Could we somehow land Holland out of this too?
What would the Rangers get?
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 11:12 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Cliff Lee pitches every tenth day for each team.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 11:16 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
We’d get better value if Cliff pitched every fifth day for each team. He’s a horse, he can take it. But what happens when Texas plays the Rays? Does he pitch for both teams? Too bad it’s not the NL, where he could pitch to himself.
by FredOx on Jul 23, 2009 11:26 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’d rather trade them Shoppach and get a better prospect. :-)
But I like the way this is developing. So would we get Davis from the Rays plus another quality pitcher from another team? Because that would…umm be awesome
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 11:27 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m starting to get really excited. I’ve been waiting for this since May basically.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 11:06 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Third’d’d’d.
I just wanted to believe.
by mjmarble on Jul 23, 2009 11:53 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I get the impression, from the article at least, that the Rays don’t want to give up Davis so they;re trying to find a third team.. I’m confused, who would the Rays be to us. And for that matter who this second team is and why’d they be’d willing to give up a top pitching prospect?
My guess is the Rays are willing to give up Davis but not another top line pitching prospect. Hence the 2nd team.
Also worth pointing out, if the Rays are looking for a third team then it proves they are serious about getting this deal done.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 11:37 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
My guess is the Rays are willing to give up Davis but not another top line pitching prospect. Hence the 2nd team.
Right. The Rays can’t do this deal without giving us Davis, but if Davis isn’t enough they’re welcome to get another team involved.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 11:41 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
that is also the impression I get.
Maybe it’s Davis and some lesser prospect or Brignac and pitching prospect not named Davis. Shap is probably asking for Davis and another good pitching prospect, which is what the third team would bring to the table.
Interesting stuff though. Hopefully we’ll get more info soon.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 11:42 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I really don’t think we need any position players
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 11:45 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
no, especially not Brignac. Desmond Jennings is welcome though, but along with Davis, which probably won’t happen.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 11:46 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We could always use everything (except maybe catcher right now) but we definitely need pitching and pitching and pitching
by Roger Dorn on Jul 23, 2009 11:46 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
What we don’t need, or at least what we don’t need unless it’s just AWESOME, is a SS.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 11:47 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Actually if we trade Vic, another quality ML bat would be nice. But only as a non centerpiece part of the deal. And still this is unlikely because we’d need someone reliable to contribute in 2010 not a “potential contributor”
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 11:48 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
What I haven’t quite figured out is what this hypothetical third team gets from the hypothetical deal.
by FredOx on Jul 23, 2009 11:45 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
kind of what I was thinking
by MooneysRebellion on Jul 23, 2009 11:46 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Maybe they get Brignac or something, or Betancourt. I don’t know.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 11:47 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
unless is Betancourt going to the third team, Lee going to the Rays
We get Davis + another pitching prospect (or two)
Rays get Lee and whomever from third party.
Third team gets Betancourt plus something from rays……?
by MooneysRebellion on Jul 23, 2009 11:47 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
In the Rays’ fans’ minds, it’s Kazmir to Texas.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 11:48 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Could very well be…I was trying to piece something together in my mind. Maybe its
Lee and Betancourt to Rays along with Texas catcher (we pay for Lee thru end of year)
Texas gets Kazmir and Rays prospect
We get Davis, AA (or higher) pitcher from Texas, and another position player (or A level pitcher) from Rays
by MooneysRebellion on Jul 23, 2009 11:51 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
just looked at that…we’d need another player or two coming our way
by MooneysRebellion on Jul 23, 2009 11:51 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Maybe it’s Kerry Wood going to Texas. From what I remember they were one of the candidates this offseason to land him.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 11:52 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Texas doesn’t have any money…so unless we pay for his salary for the end of the year and get a AAA level pitcher for him…I kind of doubt it…..TX gm is very adament not to add salary.
by MooneysRebellion on Jul 23, 2009 11:53 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That’s true. Frankly, I wouldn’t be a fan of trading Wood anyway, especially because it means we’d have to pay for him, but I just remembered Texas went after him pretty agressively.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 11:55 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I understand what you were saying…and i’m with you, I’d rather keep Wood unless TX would be willing to part with some of their extreme depth in the minors
by MooneysRebellion on Jul 23, 2009 11:56 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Texas can’t afford to take on Kazmir’s contract. Or crappy production this year for that matter
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 11:53 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah, unless the Rays offer to pick him up for the rest of the year….ain’t gunna happen
by MooneysRebellion on Jul 23, 2009 11:54 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Here’s an idea. The Pirates. With Wilson and Sanchez ready to leave they need infielders like whoa. Plus we all know Huntington loves tribe players.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 12:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Actually the A’s might make more sense, they have a ton of pitching prospects as well and Brignac could play SS for them since Crosby has no future. How long did they sign Cabrera for?
by talonk on Jul 23, 2009 12:05 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
1 year deal … and he’s very much on the block.
Think the A’s like Pennington … but if Brignac became available …
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 12:07 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
So … somehow Brignac ends up with the Bucs along with … Niemann?
Indians net Davis … and .. Snell .. and?
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 12:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, there’s got to be more of the and at the end of this deal for it to be good….I’d love to give snell a shot, but there’s got to be somemore coming our way.
by MooneysRebellion on Jul 23, 2009 12:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Exactly …
I guess I’m just talking key components.
I’m sure there will be more pieces in play for all the teams.
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 12:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah there’d be stuff at the bottom. (Meaning lower level prospects.) Hypothetically speaking, I wonder if acquiring Snell and Davis would prompt Shap to take a Victor deal from Boston around Lars Anderson instead of Buchholz? Though of course, Snell, Davis, and Buchholz…that’s just crazy.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 12:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
WHAT A FATTY.
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by emd2k3 on Jul 24, 2009 9:56 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
What about Texas?
Spitballing here. There would need to be more than this.
Niemann or Kazmir and a prospect to Texas … for Salty.
Lee and Betancourt to Rays for Davis, Brignac, something.
V-Mart to Texas for Feliz, prospect.
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 11:49 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You’re adding too many players. Kazmir AND prospect to Texas for Salty, V-Mart to Texas for Feliz AND prospect.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 11:50 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah I know … was just randomly throwing stuff out.
Niemann for Salty straight up.
Problem is also money for the Rangers in this deal …
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 11:52 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Is it possible we’d want Kazmir?
The $22.5 million due after 2009 is a little steep for a reclamation project, but other than that … ?
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jul 23, 2009 5:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, I almost suggested this too.
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by westbrook on Jul 23, 2009 7:39 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
his peripherals have been decreasing for the past few years from what I read. And this year he’s horrid. I wouldn’t want to take on that kind of player at all. But I’d maybe consider it if it boosted the prospects we got in return.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 8:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
More likely, they eat a chunk of the salary, possibly reducing him to $6 million per year. At that point, I think he’s a sensible flier.
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jul 23, 2009 10:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
This is his contract according to Cot’s
# 09:$6M, 10:$8M, 11:$12M, 12:$13.5M club option ($2.5M buyout)
# $0.8M bonus if traded (for first trade only)
If the Rays ate $9 mil (4.5 in ’10 and ’11) the Indians could get him for $6 mil per in 2010 and 2011.
Not a horrible move, but i’d still be reluctant to take on that kind of salary. Though I’m surprised no one else is willing to do that deal. Like the Mets for starters. (ironic I know)
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 11:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Of course a benefit to Cleveland making that move would be filling enough payroll for the rays to trade for Lee.
I guess i’d have to see the package we’re getting in return for Lee in order to determine whether that’s a good move. I still think taking Kazmir off their hands has to be seen as a plus for their side and not ours. In other words, Kazmir would have to be added on top of any deal we made for Lee rather in exchange for another piece.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 11:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
But there’s also the 2.5M buyout to eat.
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jul 23, 2009 11:51 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Does anyone have any idea what’s wrong with Scott Kazmir?
by afh4 on Jul 24, 2009 12:09 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
He’s had trouble maintaining his sense of worth ever since being traded for Victor Zambrano
by APV on Jul 24, 2009 8:15 AM EDT up reply actions 3 recs
yeah, i’m with you. if TB’s hesitant to give up more than Wade for Lee, then that 3rd team would potentially be receiving something of value from us, I’d guess.
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by rolub on Jul 23, 2009 11:50 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
isn’t that backwards. Lee has a lot more value than just Davis. I’d assume the Rays were giving a 3rd team something of value in order to persuade them to send something of value to us.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 11:54 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
maybe it’s just all of the rumors/speculation that’s made me gone cross-eyed.
i’m going to stop and just wait for the prospects to show up.
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by rolub on Jul 23, 2009 11:58 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You know…the Twins might actually fit the bill. They need an infielder, oh which the Rays have several, and probably have pitching prospects to spare. But of course they’d probably be reluctant to deal a quality pitching prospect in division.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 11:46 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
See, now I’m all a Twitter.
Trade Cliff.
by Gradyforpresident on Jul 23, 2009 2:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Please. Something.
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by Turkmenbashi on Jul 23, 2009 11:16 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
It’s going to be a while.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 11:21 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Blue Jays feeling teams turning to the Indians?
Bob Elliott of the Toronto Sun says the Jays could potentially expand a Halladay trade to include Marco Scutaro, Jason Frasor, Scott Downs or Brian Tallet, depending on their trading partner’s needs.
One scout tells Elliott that some surprise teams are calling the Jays about Halladay.
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 11:55 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Nuts to these trades. Imagine 2010 without Lee or Victor. Does that sound like fun to anybody?
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by PatBordersHelmet on Jul 23, 2009 11:56 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
That’s my point. Not contending is no fun.
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by PatBordersHelmet on Jul 23, 2009 11:57 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
And keeping those two assures contention.
by fwembt on Jul 23, 2009 11:59 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I guarantees a solid Cy Young caliber starter and a proven bat. These trades guarantee nothing. You guys are wishing for another season of trades next year.
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by PatBordersHelmet on Jul 23, 2009 12:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Actually there’s not much left to trade.
I’d rather trade guys at their peak value, especially if there’s little chance of re-signing them.
If the team can get a Davis and a Feliz or Holland-type to pair with Rondon, Westbrook, Carmona and the lefties … I think I’d take my chances.
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 12:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
No, we’re wishing for a team that can contend beyond 2010. Besides, alot of holes would need to be filled next offseason to be in a real good position, and we all know the money isn’t there.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 12:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You actually have to trade players to add good players to a team if you’re not the Yankees.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 12:31 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Of course it isn’t, and that also proves that keeping Lee and Victor doesn’t mean we’ll contend.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 11:59 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Because a team with Victor and Lee on it is sure to contend.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 12:00 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
i laughed.
but now i’m crying.
You are reading my signature.
by rolub on Jul 23, 2009 12:05 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
yes
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 12:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Obviously I’m in the wrong thread. i just can wish for bad baseball next year.
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by PatBordersHelmet on Jul 23, 2009 12:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
No, you just showed up on this thread and said something that didn’t make much sense. We have Victor and Lee playing very well this year and we aren’t contending. Why would keeping them give us a promise of contention next year?
If your argument was that we should keep those two and try to reload some other way, it might have been beneficial to say that up front.
by fwembt on Jul 23, 2009 12:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, i think the people who argue we can’t contend next year if we trade Lee and Vic are grossly overstating their case. I think there are arguments to be made but its not as clear cut as they assert.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 12:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don’t know, we’re trading two of the three best players from a terrible team. If we do that, I can’t see any way we would contend next year even with a haul of prospects. Where would we get major league players from?
I’m not against trading Lee or Victor, but I do think it would mean giving up on next season.
by Chemo on Jul 23, 2009 12:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’ve seen worse teams contend. Fix the bullpen and we are not too far away
by Roger Dorn on Jul 23, 2009 12:27 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Right. The Mariners were awful last year and they’re contending now. It’s not like we’re the Royals or anything. They have NO hope for the future and a GM that keeps making bad trades. I know their record is slightly better now but that will change; their run differential is much worse than ours.
by Buckeye Brad on Jul 23, 2009 2:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I am liking the steps to improve the pitching staff so far. Hopefully the PTBNL is Todd from St. Louis. We could really turn it around next year with a good pen
by Roger Dorn on Jul 23, 2009 2:34 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
First of all, who says we need to contend next year? We are not doing it with this team as constructed. So either trading Victor and Lee means we still stuck next year, which we already likely will (meaning nothing changes except a more promising future), or we trade Lee and Vic and those pieces allow us to contend next year.
People talk about the prospects as if Davis, Feliz, Buchholz, Brignac are three years away. They aren’t. They’re next year.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 12:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Brignac is one year away from OPSing .645
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by westbrook on Jul 23, 2009 12:43 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
I agree with your final point.
There may be a trade out there where we lose Cliff and it makes us better for next year. I just don’t think it’s likely. None of the scenarios here make us better in 2010.
by dgcambridge on Jul 23, 2009 12:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes, I don’t think 2010 is a contending year no matter what we do. So there’s the status quo or there’s some damn promising players for 2011 to go with the damn promising players we already have for 2011.
Victor and Lee aren’t doing anything for this team next year, and they won’t be here in 2011.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 12:53 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
OK. Count me as one of those who thinks we can contend next year.
You have to admit that when you look at 2007, and then consider that the only major loss from then until now was CC (and Blake?), and that we had a relatively young core, it’s pretty amazing that we’re debating whether 2010 is a total bust “no matter what we do.” Amazing.
by dgcambridge on Jul 23, 2009 1:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’d almost rather go into next year thinking it’s a wash & we’ll just watch some young guys develop, then I can be pleasantly surprised when we do well instead of completely depressed when we do not.
*sigh*
by zempf on Jul 23, 2009 1:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’d like to see young guys develop this year and hope Fausto and Westbrook return to form.
Swap Francisco for LaPorta. Pray Jhonny comes back too.
You don’t think that team is a contender?
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by 94neverout on Jul 23, 2009 1:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
In our division the line between contending and not-contending is thin.
Ditch Wedge, “fix” the pen, and we might be in it in 2010, even without Lee or Vic.
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by emd2k3 on Jul 24, 2009 9:59 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I didn’t say that we needed to contend next year. I was responding to WD’s point, which was that “the people who argue we can’t contend next year if we trade Lee and Vic are grossly overstating their case.”
I don’t believe it’s overstating the case to say that, if we trade Lee and Vic, we are not going to contend. We probably won’t contend anyway, of course, and like I said, I’m not against trading Lee.
by Chemo on Jul 23, 2009 1:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I didn’t say that we needed to contend next year. I was responding to WD’s point, which was that "the people who argue we can’t contend next year if we trade Lee and Vic are grossly overstating their case."
I don’t believe it’s overstating the case to say that, if we trade Lee and Vic, we are not going to contend. We probably won’t contend anyway, of course, and like I said, I’m not against trading Lee.
Lee and Vic are good players is not an argument for why we can’t contend without them. For all of the lengthy debates we’ve had about this subject the “can’t compete without them” side has absolutely no arguments.
At this point its just a silly assertion.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 2:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It doesn’t seem silly to me. We can’t even compete WITH them, so how will we compete without them? That’s the argument.
For us to compete, we would need the players we get back for Cliff and Victor to immediately be better than Cliff and Victor. Do any of the packages you’ve seen on this page — even the dream ones — have a prayer of contributing as much as Cliff and Victor next year?
And that’s just to break even. To compete next year, we need the guys we get back to be as good as Cliff and Victor and we also need to improve enough in other areas to make up for the fact that the current team sucks. That just seems incredibly far-fetched to me.
On a side note, it’s funny that WD disagreed with me on the basis that we could compete without those two, and Nick disagreed with me on the basis that we couldn’t compete no matter what.
by Chemo on Jul 23, 2009 4:04 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Not no matter what; but if we contend in 2010 it will take some surprising performances by people who should be facing a learning curve.
Kind of like 2007.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
this isn’t a terrible team
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 12:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
No it isn’t, but it is a team with some terrible holes.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 12:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Primarily in the bullpen and rotation.
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 12:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I dunno. Let’s see how we finish. If we continue to tank and lose 100 games I’d say – now here’s a reach – we’re a terrible team. I can’t remember the last time a team went from losing 100 games to contention the following year. Can you?
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by mauichuck on Jul 24, 2009 2:27 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Not quite 100, but the 2005 Tigers did lose 91…
by Logodaedalus on Jul 24, 2009 2:31 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
There’s the 96-loss Tampa Bay Devil Rays in 2007. It’s splitting hairs at that point.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 24, 2009 3:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Let me get out my rabbit axe and split that hare. It still ain’t a hunnert.
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by mauichuck on Jul 24, 2009 5:05 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well, for what it’s worth, both those teams not only contended, but made it to the playoffs (and won pennants). So if they weren’t as bad as losing 100, they were better than merely “contending”.
by Logodaedalus on Jul 24, 2009 6:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thinking of this another way …
Perhaps the Rays also try to facilitate Victor going somewhere in the 3-way deal, in order to net the Indians that other big arm.
This helps the Rays by keeping Vic away from the Sox.
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 12:12 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I doubt it. I think teams are generally too busy to make defensive moves to “prospect block” other teams
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 12:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It’s not really a block per se.
But, perhaps, like with a team like Texas … you could push Vic there … and make everyone happy.
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 12:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh you mean as part of a Lee-Davis swap. Gotcha. That’s a neat idea. Probably not likely but neat nonetheless.
…by chance that does happen I think we have to label the trade as the FU Boston trade from here on out
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 12:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Texas has no need for Vic.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 12:34 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Which other contender needs a catcher?
by talonk on Jul 23, 2009 12:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
or a 1B.
The braves off the top of my head
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 12:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The Braves sure don’t need a catcher, but Vic would definitely be an upgrade for them at 1b.
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by woodsmeister on Jul 23, 2009 12:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Remember in the offseason when some thought we could get Josh Johnson and only a couple of us (incl me) were even for it?
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by westbrook on Jul 23, 2009 12:39 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
But if we’re trading both VIctor and Lee, we need a hell of a lot more than two good pitching prospects.
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jul 23, 2009 5:44 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
If the Rays don’t want to include Davis, I don’t see how I like this deal as a way of being “blown away”
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by westbrook on Jul 23, 2009 12:17 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
It sounds to me like Shapiro is asking for 2 arms … Rays are countering with Davis and Brignac.
So now, Rays are trying to find 3rd team to give Shapiro the second arm he wants.
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 12:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
bingo
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by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 12:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
This. Really prefer to keep Cliff but that’s just unlikely.
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by mjschaefer on Jul 23, 2009 12:20 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Game time… I’ll be here reading this one.
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by westbrook on Jul 23, 2009 12:29 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
What has happened to LGT? I leave for two weeks and you guys are convinced that Lee and Victor are (likely) to get traded.
Not happening. I’ll make an avatar bet with anyone about this.
by Toxicadam on Jul 23, 2009 12:32 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Both will be gone.
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by mjschaefer on Jul 23, 2009 12:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m asking him if the bet is that BOTH will be traded or ANY ONE of them will be traded. Because I’ll absolutely take the latter bet.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 12:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
No I know what you meant. I’m just expecting both to be gone at this point.
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by mjschaefer on Jul 23, 2009 12:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Both will still be here on August 1st. If I lose I will accept any avatar you assign me, if you lose you have to the one I give you (can’t be NSFW, obviously).
by Toxicadam on Jul 23, 2009 12:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ok. I’m not supremely confidant that both are gone but since I just switched avatars, I’m not married.
Deal.
I’ll start taking suggestions for his new avatar, everyone.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 12:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I am also not confident.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 12:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Question:
If you say both will be here does that mean if only one is traded then this bet is a push?
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by mjschaefer on Jul 23, 2009 1:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
No, if either one is traded then I lose.
by Toxicadam on Jul 23, 2009 2:13 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
REALLY. Hot damn. Seriously guys, avatar suggestions.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wish I would have taken this bet.
Trade Cliff.
by Gradyforpresident on Jul 23, 2009 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
A bottle of Massengill.
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by emd2k3 on Jul 24, 2009 10:02 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
if we trade Cliff and V-Mart do we make a run at first overall pick? Is there another Strasburg-type guy coming out next year?
by ASP on Jul 23, 2009 12:57 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Strasburg.
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by mjschaefer on Jul 23, 2009 1:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Woo hoo!
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by westbrook on Jul 23, 2009 1:20 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Serioulsy – Rec!
TRADE ’EM ALL!
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by mjmarble on Jul 23, 2009 3:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sure to become the most over-discussed topic until next June
by Roger Dorn on Jul 23, 2009 1:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
But you would draft him, wouldn’t you?
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by BLAZER_FAN_199 on Jul 23, 2009 1:13 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I really don’t think it’s going to matter. I don’t think we’re making a run at #1, and I expect the Nationals to sign Strasburg and draft him.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 1:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ok, if you’re the Nat’s and he didn’t sign with you after being drafted this year – are you seriously going to spend your top pick on him two years running?
I just wanted to believe.
by mjmarble on Jul 23, 2009 3:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
By the way – that has to be my bestest sentence ever.
I just wanted to believe.
by mjmarble on Jul 23, 2009 3:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
*Bestest Sentence Ever Sober
I just wanted to believe.
by mjmarble on Jul 23, 2009 3:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
They can’t redraft Strasburg unless he grants them permission, which I assume he wouldn’t do.
*sigh*
by zempf on Jul 23, 2009 4:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That’s not what I said, so no. I said they will sign Strasburg, and then they’ll draft Harper.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 9:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I would contingent on the signing bonus
by Roger Dorn on Jul 23, 2009 1:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
*also provided the scouts are in agreement that he could be special. I am not a scout
by Roger Dorn on Jul 23, 2009 1:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Roger would given that:
1. his signing bonus doesn’t price out of what we can reasonable afford
2. my scouts are in agreement that he has star potential
by Roger Dorn on Jul 23, 2009 2:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
sad part is, if they both are dealt, we probably run off a 10 game win streak.
by talonk on Jul 23, 2009 1:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Brought this up a while ago. Realistically, nobody’s catching the Nats, including the Padres, and it’s doubtful anybody’s catching the Padres, either, unless it’s the Royals, who themselves are doing everything in their power to oust us from the cellar. Smart money is on us finishing fourth- to seventh-last overall.
by fleerdon on Jul 23, 2009 1:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Really? If we trade Cliffy and Carmona doesn’t come back? Not to mention Pavano’s going someplace. Are we going to win more games with Sowers continuing to get more starts as our #3 starter? Really??
I just wanted to believe.
by mjmarble on Jul 23, 2009 3:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
- Not to say we’ll catch the Nats. But I bet we try!
I just wanted to believe.
by mjmarble on Jul 23, 2009 3:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The question isn’t whether we’ll win fewer, but ENOUGH fewer to catch the Padres. Keep in mind that some of our “competition” are also going to be deadline sellers. I’m not ruling out a second-worst-record, I just don’t think it’s especially likely. But hey, number 2 overall pick — bring it on.
by fleerdon on Jul 23, 2009 4:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Caught up!
Proud Fan of the Worst Baseball Team I've Ever Seen
by westbrook on Jul 23, 2009 12:57 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Past tense.
I just wanted to believe.
by mjmarble on Jul 23, 2009 3:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wouldn’t mind Brignac (along with Davis or NIemann+Hellickson) if it meant JP moving. I’m becoming apprehensive about the money situation; I’d really like to see some stuff come off the books.
I’m ready for an overhaul. I think I could stomach Cliff, Vic and JP leaving town. It’d be surreal but I think it might be the right thing.
by afh4 on Jul 23, 2009 1:03 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Exactly. But are you suggesting moving Brignac to third?
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 1:05 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don’t have any problem with getting a highly rated position prospect, even if he’s not statistically perfect. I don’t want him as a centerpiece but I’m not against it. I have no doubt we could find ABs for him, especially if JP and one of Garko/BFran finally goes into the ether.
by afh4 on Jul 23, 2009 1:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
MARTE.
"Some days are better than others, but it's a long season."
— The Inestimable Eric Wedge
by emd2k3 on Jul 24, 2009 10:04 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I really must be out of it...
…since when have we even thought about trading Vic????
"be where you are when you're there"
by BLAZER_FAN_199 on Jul 23, 2009 1:12 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah you’ve been out of it then.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 1:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
were you ever really in it?
You are reading my signature.
by rolub on Jul 23, 2009 1:18 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
sadly...
I believe so. the last month has been fuzzy. I’m as passionate as the next guy but seeing your team just seemingly fall apart, over a 162 game season is tough. at least with the browns, its 16 weeks, and thats that.
"be where you are when you're there"
by BLAZER_FAN_199 on Jul 23, 2009 1:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Please stop using the subject line.
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
by mjschaefer on Jul 23, 2009 1:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
no
"be where you are when you're there"
by BLAZER_FAN_199 on Jul 23, 2009 3:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes.
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jul 23, 2009 5:45 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
How evenly matched do people think Wade Davis and Clay Buccholz are? Davis is a year and a month younger… is the consensus that Buccholz might be I don’t know slightly, like 5% better at this point?
by cheech99 on Jul 23, 2009 1:17 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I was under the impression that Davis was better. That year and a month is a big deal.
by afh4 on Jul 23, 2009 1:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Looking at their numbers, I’d forgotten how long the Sox had held Buchholz down despite his clearly being ready.
I don’t know. I still had the impression Davis was better. Doesn’t he have better stuff?
by afh4 on Jul 23, 2009 1:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
This year, at least, they’ve been remarkably similar. Davis allows a couple of extra hits per nine, but walks one fewer batter. Strikeouts and HR about the same. Add in the age difference, and the edge goes to Davis in my mind.
by FredOx on Jul 23, 2009 1:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
If Victor is traded for the great Boston Hype Machine, it’s not impossible that I would cry.
And I also don’t agree with the widespread assumption that he’s leaving after 2010. Am I the only one here who thinks that (a) Martinez would sign an affordable deal, maybe as soon as the offseason, and that (b) he probably will be an effective hitter well into his 30s if he’s moved to first full-time?
Though I look right at home, I still feel like an exile
by Manhattan Tribe Fan on Jul 23, 2009 1:47 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I think his value is greatly diminished at 1B. He’d simply be an overpriced, league-average, first baseman.
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
by mjschaefer on Jul 23, 2009 1:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
If you are Martinez’s agent you are going for a contract that pays you as a top of the line catcher, not a middle level first baseman.
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
by mjschaefer on Jul 23, 2009 2:04 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think you missed assumption (a).
Though I look right at home, I still feel like an exile
by Manhattan Tribe Fan on Jul 23, 2009 2:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
At this point I question whether any player will sign an affordable deal? Why shouldn’t I?
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
by mjschaefer on Jul 23, 2009 2:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You shouldn’t. I’m taking the less probable position,based on decades of MLB player movement. But presumably Shapiro has at least spoken to Martinez and his agent, and has a better foundation for a belief one way or the other.
Though I look right at home, I still feel like an exile
by Manhattan Tribe Fan on Jul 23, 2009 2:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Don’t get me wrong I like Victor but I’m worried about locking up another bigger contract and it not coming through.
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
by mjschaefer on Jul 23, 2009 2:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wouldn’t accuse anyone of not liking Victor. Except maybe Chuck.
Though I look right at home, I still feel like an exile
by Manhattan Tribe Fan on Jul 23, 2009 2:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’d assume his numbers increase, as they do with most converted catchers. With that increase offset by age, I honestly believe he can continue to be what he is now until age 35 and maybe a little beyond—a .300/.375/.475 hitter. He’s also a good defensive first baseman.
Though I look right at home, I still feel like an exile
by Manhattan Tribe Fan on Jul 23, 2009 2:05 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
He’d simply be an overpriced, league-average, first baseman.
I also don’t really get this. He’s been a middle-of-the-order hitter for a contending team. Who gives a rat’s behind what his positional value is? In case you haven’t noticed, the Indians haven’t developed a whole lot of Jim Thomes lately. Instead, we have players with great positional value, Choo, and a bunch of crappy fill-ins at the power positions.
Though I look right at home, I still feel like an exile
by Manhattan Tribe Fan on Jul 23, 2009 2:08 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m simply stating that Victor’s value beyond the Indians isn’t exactly an known-quantity. What is a fair market value on Martinez? We’re not really in the position where we can overspend on Martinez to resign him.
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
by mjschaefer on Jul 23, 2009 2:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes, I think Vic is the most likely player on the team to take below market value to remain with the club
by Roger Dorn on Jul 23, 2009 1:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I do too, but I also think there’s very little chance it happens. I just don’t think anyone actually does that. Not anyone good.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 2:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Victor is one person where, honestly, I don’t really give a crap what people think about his propensity to decline as a hitter. I want him on this team — as long as possible. I’m tired of hearing people rationalize trading him like he’s some faceless asset. Like it or not, a lot of baseball and sports in general is about emotion, and Vic is the heart and soul of this team. People who want to trade victor based solely on economic considerations have no soul.
Ride on ye fearsome Horsemen of the Basketball Apocalypse. We got this.
by Turkmenbashi on Jul 23, 2009 3:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We could have probably made the same argument about Thome, and I don’t recall that having worked out too well for us.
by junkballer on Jul 23, 2009 4:29 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Victor is different
Ride on ye fearsome Horsemen of the Basketball Apocalypse. We got this.
by Turkmenbashi on Jul 23, 2009 4:38 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that nobody is different.
by junkballer on Jul 23, 2009 4:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Don’t let your Thome bitterness seep in here.
by fwembt on Jul 23, 2009 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah I can’t walk by a pet shelter without all the animals freaking out at me.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 9:23 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Castrovince covers the rumors, and pretty rationally too.
by MTF on Jul 23, 2009 1:58 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Heyman adds this tweet (not that I really trust him.)
rival tampa bay #rays join red sox in pursuit of star catcher victor martinez, sources say
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 2:30 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
all these trade rumors need to be taken with a grain of salt, but Heyman’s reports even more so.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 2:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Mega trade:
Cliff, Betancourt, Vic for the Rays entire farm
by Roger Dorn on Jul 23, 2009 2:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We already negotiated a better deal here
by junkballer on Jul 23, 2009 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Haha that’s hilarious. I haven’t been in the game thread yet
by Roger Dorn on Jul 23, 2009 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That even tops the epic Grady to Oakland deal.
by Buckeye Brad on Jul 23, 2009 3:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Castro just tweeted this:
Trade winds brewing for the Tribe…
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 3:20 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I didn’t know Kerry Wood could strike people out.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 3:25 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I think the Game Thread is in that other room, down the hall, 2nd door on the left. The little room.
by FredOx on Jul 23, 2009 3:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wish this was the game thread so I could swear now.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 3:29 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
some Jayson Stark tidbits about Lee:
- Acquiring Cliff Lee would take a “four-for-one, Halladay-esque Package.”
- The Dodgers, Angels, Phillies, Rays and Brewers are scouting Lee.
- Both the Blue Jays and Indians want top young arms for their aces, but the Indians aren’t demanding big-league ready prospects, as long as they get a high-upside group.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 4:04 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Which, as is typical for this time of the year, contradicts everything else.
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 4:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah, especially the part about the big league ready prospects, which seems would be exactly what Shapiro is looking for.
Haven’t seen the Angels mentioned before though.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 4:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The Angels are notoriously reticent to give up prospects.
"Actual versatility is a good thing. Imagined versatility is a bad thing."
Jay Levin
by woodsmeister on Jul 23, 2009 4:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You’re right about that. They also mishandle alot of their prospects (Brandon Wood says hello). They also don’t really have alot of pitching prospects aside from Jordan Walden.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 4:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’ve been waiting for Wood to get a full time gig for 2+ years now in my fantasy league .. sheesh
by talonk on Jul 23, 2009 4:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’d trade for him actually, if the Angels would lower their asking price. Sure he’ll strike out alot, but he’s able to play short and 3rd fairly well and he’ll hit for power. I’m surprised no team has been able to pry him away yet, but that further proves the theory that the Angels rarely trade their prospects.
by JP_Frost on Jul 23, 2009 4:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Rosenthal now says major Indians deal “doubtful”
Gotta love this time of year.
by FallsTribeFan on Jul 23, 2009 7:27 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Notice the “sources say” in there, WD… I really think this is the norm.
by Logodaedalus on Jul 23, 2009 7:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
one reporter doesn;t prove the norm. Nor does it prove that its the prerequisite for journalistic integrity. But I really don’t care that much.
"sometimes the internet is hard for me." - ClemsonGirl
by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don’t actually care that much either. I’m not saying it proves the norm at all — it was a separate statement: “It is my sense that this is more typical than the other thing.”
by Logodaedalus on Jul 24, 2009 12:50 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I agree with long shot (Lee) and more of a long shot (Vic). But to me, long shot is something like 20% for Lee, and more of a long shot is like 10% for Vic. Doubtful yes. Possible certainly
by cheech99 on Jul 23, 2009 7:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Toxicadam is getting a new avatar.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 23, 2009 9:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Did you decide on what you’d make him use? I suggest a picture of Scott Baio, a unicorn, and a rainbow in the background.
by JRontherim on Jul 23, 2009 11:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m thinking an Ozzie Gullien avatar. Or maybe a picture of CC in his NY hat. Or a picture of Palpebon with that stupid look on his face
"sometimes the internet is hard for me." - ClemsonGirl
by world dictator on Jul 23, 2009 11:20 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I like this.
Who needs affection when you can have blind hatred?
by ClemsonGirl on Jul 23, 2009 11:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That is a cool avatar though. It needs to be embarrassing
by Roger Dorn on Jul 23, 2009 11:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think it’s embarrassing. I think I’m looking at it as a representation of yourself.
Who needs affection when you can have blind hatred?
by ClemsonGirl on Jul 23, 2009 11:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
No it would have to actually be him celebrating, to suggest Yankee fandom.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 24, 2009 8:14 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nah, it’s like mocking someone. Jay for awhile had a Bartolo Colon as an Expo avatar. Not because he identified with Bartolo Colon on the Expos, but because he was mocking Minaya for giving us three awesome players for Colon.
If someone had this as an avatar, one could only assume they find this picture of Justin to be hilarious, and are mocking the Yankees and their fans
by Roger Dorn on Jul 24, 2009 8:16 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I can see this but I’m thinking of it like representing who he is. But I guess I’m just thinking of it wrong and since I would be in the minority it should be something else.
Who needs affection when you can have blind hatred?
by ClemsonGirl on Jul 24, 2009 11:17 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I tried to photoshop Christian Slater’s face on someone riding a unicorn. Didn’t work out perfectly.
by JRontherim on Jul 23, 2009 11:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Does anyone recall that movie post photo shop thread circa ’08? I remember that was a success.
by joeee on Jul 24, 2009 12:10 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wedge and Blake as Brokeback Mountain and Step Brothers? Those were good stuff.
by JRontherim on Jul 24, 2009 12:11 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
What is the term of this bet? How long would the avatar have to stay up?
by Logodaedalus on Jul 24, 2009 12:51 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
http://www.letsgotribe.com/2009/7/23/959685/rays-in-talks-to-acquire-lee#18573930
Let’s say until the end of the season? I’d agree to go until opening day 2010.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 24, 2009 8:15 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Although I avoid any movie with #1 in it like the plague, if find #3 the most offensive. Only a real Jeter fan could want that avatar. (I have no idea who’s in #2, so that one’s lost on me.)
No, not you. Your helmet!
by PatBordersHelmet on Jul 24, 2009 8:33 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You’re one of the lucky ones then.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 24, 2009 8:59 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, not a clue.
Though I look right at home, I still feel like an exile
by Manhattan Tribe Fan on Jul 24, 2009 9:30 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Am I supposed to be looking at the guy or the woman?
Though I look right at home, I still feel like an exile
by Manhattan Tribe Fan on Jul 24, 2009 9:31 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nobody’s telling you who to look at, that’s your own business.
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jul 24, 2009 10:28 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Raising Arizona?
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jul 24, 2009 10:28 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Even The Wicker Man has its moments.
"Some days are better than others, but it's a long season."
— The Inestimable Eric Wedge
by emd2k3 on Jul 24, 2009 11:51 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
NOT THE BEES
Ride on ye fearsome Horsemen of the Basketball Apocalypse. We got this.
by Turkmenbashi on Jul 24, 2009 11:58 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
me either. although I suspect its one of thoe MTV real/reality shows like the Hills or something.
by talonk on Jul 24, 2009 11:03 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, nice try. Your DVR is full of it.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 24, 2009 11:52 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ha, I am getting my first DVR today …. so thbbbt
by talonk on Jul 24, 2009 12:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I watch a few of the junky shows on VH1, but rarely on MTV.
My other guess was Gossip Girl.
by talonk on Jul 24, 2009 12:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
- is hilarious. I can’t see #3, I just see a question mark.
Who needs affection when you can have blind hatred?
by ClemsonGirl on Jul 24, 2009 11:18 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
"Some days are better than others, but it's a long season."
— The Inestimable Eric Wedge
by emd2k3 on Jul 24, 2009 10:07 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Definitely a strong contender
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 24, 2009 10:39 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It says, not only are you a douche, but you’re disposable, too.
"Some days are better than others, but it's a long season."
— The Inestimable Eric Wedge
by emd2k3 on Jul 24, 2009 11:51 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
But will it be readable at a smaller size?
Proud Fan of the Worst Baseball Team I've Ever Seen
by westbrook on Jul 24, 2009 6:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We might need to make some ‘adjustments’ to the image.
"Some days are better than others, but it's a long season."
— The Inestimable Eric Wedge
by emd2k3 on Jul 24, 2009 10:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was thinking My Little Pony or something
by Roger Dorn on Jul 24, 2009 11:55 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think you’re going to lose this bet, and you’re just digging a bigger hole.
by dgcambridge on Jul 24, 2009 2:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
If we stand pat there are more things upsetting me than my avatar.
Steel Nick
by nickjs21 on Jul 24, 2009 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
What I don’t understand is, why is the picture of some girl hangin’ out by the ocean, looking at boats go by or something? Shouldn’t it be of someone kinda grungy looking in a downstairs bathroom? Or is it customary to hang out by the sea after a good douche? ?
by joeee on Jul 24, 2009 3:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Or the fact that Massengill feels somewhat like a misty ocean breeze.
"Some days are better than others, but it's a long season."
— The Inestimable Eric Wedge
by emd2k3 on Jul 24, 2009 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Proud Fan of the Worst Baseball Team I've Ever Seen
by westbrook on Jul 24, 2009 6:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was thinking that guy in the skirt in the background is a douchebag
by Roger Dorn on Jul 24, 2009 9:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
They’re all douchebags now.
"Some days are better than others, but it's a long season."
— The Inestimable Eric Wedge
by emd2k3 on Jul 24, 2009 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
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