*****Official 2019/2020 Houston Astros offseason thread*****

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In reply to agproducer • 12:41p, 1/15/20
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agproducer said:
I wonder if Phil Garner would be on the possible managerial list. He did well with the guys in the 2000s. He had good relationships with the players, and still has ties to the Astros. The question is: could he relate to today's players and incorporate analytics? You know the guys respect the resumes of Biggio and Baggy. I bet they'd respect Garner's too.

Besides, Garner seems to be of the mentality of the players. He's come out publicly and called Mike Fiers a "rat."
I think analytics and new school philosophy are the reasons why most of the old school options like Garner, Dusty Baker, Showalter, etc aren't realistic candidates.

IMO the long term manager decision is one the GM should make. The GM can be held more accountable if he gets to pick his field manager. Still think Espada will be named interim manager soon, unless we move quick on the GM front.
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12:47p, 1/15/20
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Gonna be interesting to see if Boston comes after Espada. Even more interesting if NYM job comes open. Multiple teams with spots open this late is pretty unheard of.

I think Biggio would be a great hire. He could relate to the players, his experience working in the front office the past few years gives him a good aspect of things from that perspective (lot like AJ), and could really go a long ways to the clean slate revamped look Crane is wanting (not to mention winning some fans back).
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12:58p, 1/15/20
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That's the spirit Tucker.
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In reply to Teddy Perkins • 1:04p, 1/15/20
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How bout winning the job in RF first.
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In reply to Teddy Perkins • 1:28p, 1/15/20
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Teddy Perkins said:


That's the spirit Tucker.

Never thought I would utter these words...

So damn glad to get back to discussing Tucker vs Reddick in right field!
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1:28p, 1/15/20
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Seems like Beltran might be the next to fall
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In reply to W • 1:53p, 1/15/20
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W said:
agproducer said:
I wonder if Phil Garner would be on the possible managerial list. He did well with the guys in the 2000s. He had good relationships with the players, and still has ties to the Astros. The question is: could he relate to today's players and ind incorporate analytics? You know the guys respect the resumes of Biggio and Baggy. I bet they'd respect Garner's too.

Besides, Garner seems to be of the mentality of the players. He's come out publicly and called Mike Fiers a "rat."
Scrap iron would be a very good candidate as a 1-year fill-in


I don't think he's a long term solution, but he could help repair the organization's image with fans locally. Garner is connected to other playoff teams. I think he could be a nice bridge manager that has Astros and playoff experience.
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In reply to ClickClack • 2:09p, 1/15/20
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ClickClack said:
Seems like Beltran might be the next to fall


Doubt it, unfortunately , since he has Yankee stink all over him and MLB and BB writers don't want to go there.
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In reply to Big Al 1992 • 2:12p, 1/15/20
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Big Al 1992 said:
ClickClack said:
Seems like Beltran might be the next to fall


Doubt it, unfortunately , since he has Yankee stink all over him and MLB and BB writers don't want to go there.


The Mets won't want that stink on them. This is their opportunity to get out before he ever manages a game and try to distance themselves from this.
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2:13p, 1/15/20
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Beltran steps down as manager.
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In reply to bearkatag15 • 2:14p, 1/15/20
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bearkatag15 said:


Beltran steps down as manager.


Deleted tweet and account made private.

Still, it's probably happening
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bearkatag15 said:


Beltran steps down as manager.
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2:20p, 1/15/20
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Final piece of the cheating 17 Astros. MLB has done its job and will close the book here.
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2:21p, 1/15/20
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Wow this is hilarious... Beltran made burner account to defend himself on twitter:

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2:22p, 1/15/20
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Regarding Garner

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2:22p, 1/15/20
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Ok, Cora and Beltran have been rightfully tarred and feathered. Do we get to do the Yankees and Dodgers next?

Holding my breath............
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2:23p, 1/15/20
Garner spends alot of time around Houston at the youth baseball parks watching his grandson play ball.
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2:25p, 1/15/20
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Garner called Fiers a rat on Houston radio the other day. While I don't disagree with the sentiment, my guess is that is not the attitude Crane is currently looking for in his next manager.
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In reply to Bulldog73 • 2:40p, 1/15/20
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How bout winning the job in RF first.


He's already proven that
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In reply to AggiEE • 2:53p, 1/15/20
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AggiEE said:
Bulldog73 said:
How bout winning the job in RF first.


He's already proven that


Ha.

You believe in climate change science, too?
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In reply to redline248 • 2:58p, 1/15/20
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redline248 said:
AggiEE said:
Bulldog73 said:
How bout winning the job in RF first.


He's already proven that


Ha.

You believe in climate change science, too?
I believe in the soul, the cock, the *****, the small of a woman's back, the hanging curve ball, high fiber, good scotch, that the novels of Susan Sontag are self-indulgent, overrated crap. I believe Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone. I believe there ought to be a constitutional amendment outlawing Astroturf and the designated hitter. I believe in the sweet spot, soft-core pornography, opening your presents Christmas morning rather than Christmas Eve and I believe in long, slow, deep, soft, wet kisses that last three days.
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2:59p, 1/15/20
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so the Astros, Red Sox, and Mets in turmoil...

hmmn, wonder who benefits the most from that?

yeah...
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In reply to Farmer1906 • 3:23p, 1/15/20
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Farmer1906 said:
redline248 said:
AggiEE said:
Bulldog73 said:
How bout winning the job in RF first.


He's already proven that


Ha.

You believe in climate change science, too?
I believe in the soul, the cock, the *****, the small of a woman's back, the hanging curve ball, high fiber, good scotch, that the novels of Susan Sontag are self-indulgent, overrated crap. I believe Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone. I believe there ought to be a constitutional amendment outlawing Astroturf and the designated hitter. I believe in the sweet spot, soft-core pornography, opening your presents Christmas morning rather than Christmas Eve and I believe in long, slow, deep, soft, wet kisses that last three days.

As much as I love this scene and movie, the quote sounds kind of weird on this message board...
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3:25p, 1/15/20
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Reid telling LA to EAD.

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In reply to Marvin • 3:30p, 1/15/20
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Marvin said:
Farmer1906 said:
redline248 said:
AggiEE said:
Bulldog73 said:
How bout winning the job in RF first.


He's already proven that


Ha.

You believe in climate change science, too?
I believe in the soul, the cock, the *****, the small of a woman's back, the hanging curve ball, high fiber, good scotch, that the novels of Susan Sontag are self-indulgent, overrated crap. I believe Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone. I believe there ought to be a constitutional amendment outlawing Astroturf and the designated hitter. I believe in the sweet spot, soft-core pornography, opening your presents Christmas morning rather than Christmas Eve and I believe in long, slow, deep, soft, wet kisses that last three days.

As much as I love this scene and movie, the quote sounds kind of weird on this message board...
That's my speciality.
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3:32p, 1/15/20
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Absolute. ****ing. Hit Job.



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In reply to bluefire579 • 3:38p, 1/15/20
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bluefire579 said:
Absolute. ****ing. Hit Job.



Buster Olney with breaking news about Astros player friendships around the league
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3:50p, 1/15/20


Please not Jeff Bannister.
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3:52p, 1/15/20
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I rather have Ausmus over Banister.

F that noise
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3:55p, 1/15/20
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Bannister reminds me of this guy.

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3:57p, 1/15/20
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I will throw in the towel if Bannister is hired. Punch me in the stomach- and then in the junk for good measure? No thanks, Mr. Crane.
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4:03p, 1/15/20
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That list? Give me Espada!
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In reply to halibut sinclair • 4:05p, 1/15/20
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Some of the names on that list validate the concern that Crane might be turning into Jerry Jones
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4:10p, 1/15/20
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Give it to Espada on a trial basis that way you can focus on the more important hire of new GM

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In reply to CFTXAG10 • 4:10p, 1/15/20
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CFTXAG10 said:
Give it to Espada on a trial basis that way you can focus on the more important hire of new GM

This
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