FWIW the Bregman interview on PMT today was kind of a snooze. Didn't really say anything we hadn't already heard, and a lot of sidebar topics.
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Well why didn't you rectify the issue?agproducer said:Ag_07 said:
Have we ever gone 5 hrs between posts on any of these threads? Season or off-season
I was thinking the same thing. I kept checking it, thinking it wasn't updating
I never let rangers thread sit on top of ours, even if I gotta just post a meme or something. If I see it, Astros get bumped TTT
speaking of Correa...
it's interesting that once again he's one of the last big free agents or shortstops to sign
it's interesting that once again he's one of the last big free agents or shortstops to sign
Carlos Correa right now pic.twitter.com/byUsOEQTJL
— Tony Adams (@adams_at) December 8, 2022
Today's topic - give your realistic finish to the offseason/roster.
I'll go trade for Varsho & sign Brantley. Maybe add one more pitcher. I can't decide between lefty reliever or vet inning eater.
I'll go trade for Varsho & sign Brantley. Maybe add one more pitcher. I can't decide between lefty reliever or vet inning eater.
Sign Eovaldi and Vazquez then trade Urquidy or Garcia for the best young OF you can.
That's hilarious
Astros were in on Contreras, Nimmo until Crane saw the prices.
Not that I blame him.
Maybe Conforto will still happen, a one year prove it deal. Presumably he's looking for an everyday role. Astros have continued to be linked to him.
Is Brantley contemplating retirement? Given what's left in the free agent bin, bring Uncle Mike back.
For catcher, basic problem is you want an elite catcher who is fine being a backup. There's a few free agent vets, I guess the Astros will sign a standard non exciting name for a year.
Pitching staff is alright, getting Montero locked up early was a good move. Maybe Stros look at adding a starter with JV's departure? But who?
Lefty reliever would be another spot that's mentioned enough that something will happen. No idea who.
Not that I blame him.
Maybe Conforto will still happen, a one year prove it deal. Presumably he's looking for an everyday role. Astros have continued to be linked to him.
Is Brantley contemplating retirement? Given what's left in the free agent bin, bring Uncle Mike back.
For catcher, basic problem is you want an elite catcher who is fine being a backup. There's a few free agent vets, I guess the Astros will sign a standard non exciting name for a year.
Pitching staff is alright, getting Montero locked up early was a good move. Maybe Stros look at adding a starter with JV's departure? But who?
Lefty reliever would be another spot that's mentioned enough that something will happen. No idea who.
At this point you roll w the youth movement + Yuli + Uncle Mikes unless you can trade for Reynolds.BadAggie said:
Astros were in on Contreras, Nimmo until Crane saw the prices.
Not that I blame him.
Maybe Conforto will still happen, a one year prove it deal. Presumably he's looking for an everyday role. Astros have continued to be linked to him.
Is Brantley contemplating retirement? Given what's left in the free agent bin, bring Uncle Mike back.
For catcher, basic problem is you want an elite catcher who is fine being a backup. There's a few free agent vets, I guess the Astros will sign a standard non exciting name for a year.
Pitching staff is alright, getting Montero locked up early was a good move. Maybe Stros look at adding a starter with JV's departure? But who?
Lefty reliever would be another spot that's mentioned enough that something will happen. No idea who.
On Julia's Story. Seeing 2 together looks so much more impressive than one. But I really want to see 3. Odd number of items is more visually appealing.
I mean I can think of two things together that are much more enjoyable than if there were 3
Except boobs, those belong in even numbers.
Never seen Total Recall? Al Bundy would also disagree.Lonestar_Ag09 said:
I mean I can think of two things together that are much more enjoyable than if there were 3
One for each hand and one for my mouth
I guess it's truly one of those "don't knock it til you've tried it" kinda things.
In non-tittty news
"3:50pm: The Astros also have interest in Barnhart, reports Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle. They missed out on their top catching target when Willson Contreras agreed to terms on a five-year deal with the Cardinals this afternoon. It seems they're still looking for a veteran to pair with incumbent Martn Maldonado, even if Barnhart's a significantly less imposing offensive threat than Contreras would have been. According to Rome, the longtime Red backstop is looking for a multi-year contract."
https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2022/12/pirates-interested-in-tucker-barnhart.html
"3:50pm: The Astros also have interest in Barnhart, reports Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle. They missed out on their top catching target when Willson Contreras agreed to terms on a five-year deal with the Cardinals this afternoon. It seems they're still looking for a veteran to pair with incumbent Martn Maldonado, even if Barnhart's a significantly less imposing offensive threat than Contreras would have been. According to Rome, the longtime Red backstop is looking for a multi-year contract."
https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2022/12/pirates-interested-in-tucker-barnhart.html
I might be late to this, but the #worldseries film detailing the #Astros win over the #Phillies will air again Monday at 6pm eastern on FS1. The film is narrated by @BunBTrillOG.
— Robert Flores (@RoFlo) December 10, 2022
Happy viewing for those that celebrate.
(Others can hate watch it 😂😂😂😂)
Well… pic.twitter.com/J3tvE2L09a
— Robert Ford (@raford3) December 10, 2022
I haven't seen this one before...
Giants, Twins, Cubs are among teams in on Carlos Correa, who has the advantages of being a little younger than Bogaerts and Turner and also having no qualifying offer
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) December 10, 2022
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Sparky is probably still celebrating.
EastCoastAgNc said:Well… pic.twitter.com/J3tvE2L09a
— Robert Ford (@raford3) December 10, 2022
I haven't seen this one before...
Definitely worth having the MLB audio season pass or whatever, listen to those guys often during the season.
I'd be fine getting Benentendi or Conforto and running it back with maldy.
Not opposed to someone like Varsho who can play C and LF.
Not opposed to someone like Varsho who can play C and LF.
Of those three, it's just easier for me to see him in a Giants uniform.
Looks like we can continue to expect limited offensive production out of the catchers. Barnhart?
Why not give Diaz shot at being the backup and then keep Lee in Sugar Land for insurance?
Why not give Diaz shot at being the backup and then keep Lee in Sugar Land for insurance?
Feels like Benintendi's price just 2X'd after that Nimmo deal.
Arizona's ask for Varsho has to be high, no?
speaking of the Cubs...
they used to be a big spender, but have pulled back.
perhaps because of the Heyward experience and the lackluster returns on Stroman so far.
Cubs have very little payroll committed beyond 2024
they used to be a big spender, but have pulled back.
perhaps because of the Heyward experience and the lackluster returns on Stroman so far.
Cubs have very little payroll committed beyond 2024
that's what I would do.
it is funny how much praise and praise and praise was heaped upon Machete during the season...
and now the front office can't wait to replace him
it is funny how much praise and praise and praise was heaped upon Machete during the season...
and now the front office can't wait to replace him
Sean Murphy makes sense but you would have to overpay a team in your division. He's Oakland's main trade chip at the moment so they're looking for a haul in return.
The upshot is he's a proven gold glove C and productive bat at 28 years old with 3 more years under control.
Could be wrong, don't see Astros overpaying the A's for him. Given that the ask is high Astros are now pivoting after losing out on Contreras to a vet backup and presumably will revisit the position next offseason.
The upshot is he's a proven gold glove C and productive bat at 28 years old with 3 more years under control.
Could be wrong, don't see Astros overpaying the A's for him. Given that the ask is high Astros are now pivoting after losing out on Contreras to a vet backup and presumably will revisit the position next offseason.
Best bet at this point is Brantley heals and you have your LF and DH platoon with him and Yordan next season. A free agent like Benintendi is going to cost a lot more for the same general production next year. Well, trust Uncle Mike's bat more.
Addition of Abreu and a healthy Brantley is an offensive upgrade, with youthful injection of Leon, Diaz, and Hensley available.
Farmer1906 said:
The disrespect.Which pair are you taking? pic.twitter.com/ORP7VqYOEt
— MLB (@MLB) December 10, 2022
Need to start bookmarking these for next year's offseason OP
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