You're forgetting the HEB money.Panama Red said:Why would either want to do that?Quote:
I saw a headline earlier about a Bregman contract like Ohtani…why couldn't we do that for both he and Jose
Ohtani makes over $30mm in endorsements a year.
Its just not a realistic comparison.
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Panama Red said:Why would either want to do that?Quote:
I saw a headline earlier about a Bregman contract like Ohtani…why couldn't we do that for both he and Jose
Ohtani makes over $30mm in endorsements a year.
Its just not a realistic comparison.
Don't undersell the salsa and horse racing empire Bregs is building.
Dude probably gets $10 million just from Breggy Bomb being available at El Tiempo.Ag_07 said:Panama Red said:Why would either want to do that?Quote:
I saw a headline earlier about a Bregman contract like Ohtani…why couldn't we do that for both he and Jose
Ohtani makes over $30mm in endorsements a year.
Its just not a realistic comparison.
Don't undersell the salsa and horse racing empire Bregs is building.
cc10106 said:It's remarkable how brainwashed people are about Altuve, but a lot of folks probably think it's too late to change their stance now. Might as well own being a tool I guess.Farmer1906 said:
If you think Altuve is a cheater in 2023 then you fall under 1 of 2 categories:
1. Low Information Casual
2. Hater who refuses to accept reality.
Ms. Vann should have known better than to poke the bear that is Astros fans on Twitter. The victim BS is just pathetic.
This whole fallout with the chron hiring her just reinforces why I despise social media. The need to post a hot take, chasing "likes" so someone can become an "influencer" just creates an alternate universe, a wasteland of fiction.
In looking at her twitter I noticed she is a cancer survivor and also likes to trash Texas A&M, calling BCS the armpit of Texas and mocking us because we actually yell for our team. Can I have sympathy for her while also despising her hate for Altuve and A&M? Is the real world ever as black and white as social media makes it out to be? Best I can do is ignore it all.
TLDR; the world would be a better place if we didn't reward people who seek attention by posting their every banal thought, bias, personal issues or exaggerated take on the world.
100%
(Now do politics and think how nice the world could be….)
(Now do politics and think how nice the world could be….)
Wow. If only Bregs had been on the left, Pena the right. Showcasing the "23"tjack16 said:
My favorite photo from 2023. It'll probably win the Astros Twitter bracket or at least should
Dana Brown joins Todd Kalas on #Astroline + Director, Player Personnel, Matt Hogan to talk offseason moves and future plans.
— Houston Astros (@astros) December 14, 2023
Listen tonight on @SportsTalk790 from 6-7pm or listen via podcast at https://t.co/fZO7aNUwcy. pic.twitter.com/3dUjBwUxFe
Astros GM & @RealToddKalas discuss Caratini, '24 pitching & outfield plans, + prospects RHP Spencer Arrighetti & OF Jacob Melton
— Astros Radio (@AstrosRadioMLB) December 14, 2023
Dir of Player Personnel/Acquisition, Matt Hogan, talks about his role & relationship with Dana Brown & tenure with @astros #Astroline https://t.co/MgZjNzRWLq
iamtheglove said:cc10106 said:It's remarkable how brainwashed people are about Altuve, but a lot of folks probably think it's too late to change their stance now. Might as well own being a tool I guess.Farmer1906 said:
If you think Altuve is a cheater in 2023 then you fall under 1 of 2 categories:
1. Low Information Casual
2. Hater who refuses to accept reality.
Ms. Vann should have known better than to poke the bear that is Astros fans on Twitter. The victim BS is just pathetic.
This whole fallout with the chron hiring her just reinforces why I despise social media. The need to post a hot take, chasing "likes" so someone can become an "influencer" just creates an alternate universe, a wasteland of fiction.
In looking at her twitter I noticed she is a cancer survivor and also likes to trash Texas A&M, calling BCS the armpit of Texas and mocking us because we actually yell for our team. Can I have sympathy for her while also despising her hate for Altuve and A&M? Is the real world ever as black and white as social media makes it out to be? Best I can do is ignore it all.
TLDR; the world would be a better place if we didn't reward people who seek attention by posting their every banal thought, bias, personal issues or exaggerated take on the world.
Well said. This forum is as close as I get to social media. No Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, or anything else... but I do appreciate those of you who mine the good Astro nuggets from the devil's playground and post them here.
I love Texas Aggie sports, but I love Texas A&M more.
Congrats to you on avoiding it. I've given up Facebook and Instagram. Currently trying to wean myself away from Elon's hellscape.Marvin said:iamtheglove said:cc10106 said:It's remarkable how brainwashed people are about Altuve, but a lot of folks probably think it's too late to change their stance now. Might as well own being a tool I guess.Farmer1906 said:
If you think Altuve is a cheater in 2023 then you fall under 1 of 2 categories:
1. Low Information Casual
2. Hater who refuses to accept reality.
Ms. Vann should have known better than to poke the bear that is Astros fans on Twitter. The victim BS is just pathetic.
This whole fallout with the chron hiring her just reinforces why I despise social media. The need to post a hot take, chasing "likes" so someone can become an "influencer" just creates an alternate universe, a wasteland of fiction.
In looking at her twitter I noticed she is a cancer survivor and also likes to trash Texas A&M, calling BCS the armpit of Texas and mocking us because we actually yell for our team. Can I have sympathy for her while also despising her hate for Altuve and A&M? Is the real world ever as black and white as social media makes it out to be? Best I can do is ignore it all.
TLDR; the world would be a better place if we didn't reward people who seek attention by posting their every banal thought, bias, personal issues or exaggerated take on the world.
Well said. This forum is as close as I get to social media. No Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, or anything else... but I do appreciate those of you who mine the good Astro nuggets from the devil's playground and post them here.
Right-handed starter Tyler Mahle and the Texas Rangers are in agreement on a two-year, $22 million contract, sources told ESPN. Mahle underwent Tommy John surgery in May and should return this season, and he can earn another $5 million in performance bonuses based on IP in 2025.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 14, 2023
This feels more like a 2025 signing. Good 2024 production is probably gravy.
They are now paying 6 different starting pitchers over 10 M AAV in 2024. Yet they don't have a top of the line rotation at all. This is what happens when you don't develop pitchers.
Their payroll is now about 4-5 M from the luxury tax.
They are basically paying 22 mil for a season plus. That's a ton. He's got the same chance of contributing in 24 that Big Luis does. That TJ was May too. I'm not expecting Luis until July or August and I don't expect much more than a guy in the pen at that point.Farmer1906 said:Right-handed starter Tyler Mahle and the Texas Rangers are in agreement on a two-year, $22 million contract, sources told ESPN. Mahle underwent Tommy John surgery in May and should return this season, and he can earn another $5 million in performance bonuses based on IP in 2025.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 14, 2023
This feels more like a 2025 signing. Good 2024 production is probably gravy.
Dana is talking about running out a lineup with 4 lefties.
IB...Well Dana also talked about making Bregs and Altuve Astros for life and extending Tucker.
There will be more tweaks to the roster. Mentioned relief pitching. Our budget. Likes some internal candidates (Sourza, Blanco specifically). France, Urquidy, Bielak could be options if we go with a 5 man. McCullers & Garcia are coming back. They could start in the pen to build up.
Likes our rotation and depth. JV stabilizes everything. Mentioned Arighetti specially could get a shot.
Dodgers continue to discuss a possible Tyler Glasnow trade. Word is, they may also be interested in an extension, which could alter the package. Latest iteration had Glasnow plus Manny Margot going to LA for prospects Pepiot and DeLuca as @Ken_Rosenthal reported
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) December 15, 2023
Don't forget that Bielak is out of options. He either stays up or can walk if he wants.
Dana mentions wanting a lefty platoon to go with Meyers. Chas will play everyday. Jake is going to get his shot. Doobie will play some too. He can play anywhere. He's so important.
Abreu is going to get more time off. (Shots fired at Dusty playing him too much?). Some DH time. Singleton will play some first too.
TK asks who could be potentially be a ROY candidate. Arighetti and Melton mentioned. Says Melton is the guy he really wanted to keep in trades. People were asking for him. Dana gave him a ton of praise.
BREAKING: Right-handed starter Jack Flaherty and the Detroit Tigers are in agreement on a one-year, $14 million contract, sources tell ESPN.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 15, 2023
BREAKING: The Los Angeles Dodgers and Tampa Bay Rays are in agreement on a trade to send RHP Tyler Glasnow and OF Manuel Margot to the Dodgers for RHP Ryan Pepiot and OF Jonny Deluca -- contingent on Glasnow signing an extension with L.A., which is expected, sources tell ESPN.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 15, 2023
Fightin' Texas Aggie and Sam Houston State Bearkat
Dodgers are going to be a problem.
Dodgers have turned into a ****in NBA team
Im looking for Ray Finkle.... and a clean pair of shorts. Im just a very big Finkle fan. This is my Graceland, sir.
MAGA
MAGA
The Doyers are tired of losing in the NLDS and are literally going to buy a legit championship. It would be a shame if they still lost in the NLDS
No matter what!
Epstein didn't do, you know, the thing...
I'm the rare Astros/Cowboys/Spurs fan. We do exist
Epstein didn't do, you know, the thing...
I'm the rare Astros/Cowboys/Spurs fan. We do exist
Dodgers did not take kindly to getting pistol whipped by the dbacks last year. That being said, Dave Roberts is still their manager.
Mr.Bond said:
Dodgers have turned into a ****in NBA team
What does this even mean?
Farmer1906 said:Mr.Bond said:
Dodgers have turned into a ****in NBA team
What does this even mean?
Building a super team
Im looking for Ray Finkle.... and a clean pair of shorts. Im just a very big Finkle fan. This is my Graceland, sir.
MAGA
MAGA
Of all the teams to spend like drunkem sailors on leave, at least it's a NL team that we don't have to see until the world series.
Mr.Bond said:Farmer1906 said:Mr.Bond said:
Dodgers have turned into a ****in NBA team
What does this even mean?
Building a super team
Why are you worried about the guy who pitches less than McCullers?
Farmer1906 said:Mr.Bond said:Farmer1906 said:Mr.Bond said:
Dodgers have turned into a ****in NBA team
What does this even mean?
Building a super team
Why are you worried about the guy who pitches less than McCullers?
I'd trade McCullers for TG right now
Im looking for Ray Finkle.... and a clean pair of shorts. Im just a very big Finkle fan. This is my Graceland, sir.
MAGA
MAGA
Flaherty on a 1 year 14M deal would have been nice. Would ease LMJ into coming back
Mr.Bond said:Farmer1906 said:Mr.Bond said:Farmer1906 said:Mr.Bond said:
Dodgers have turned into a ****in NBA team
What does this even mean?
Building a super team
Why are you worried about the guy who pitches less than McCullers?
I'd trade McCullers for TG right now
Sure why not. I'm sure Glasnow's & his new deal is worth not keeping Altuve or anyone else.
We should trade him
Farmer1906 said:Mr.Bond said:Farmer1906 said:Mr.Bond said:Farmer1906 said:Mr.Bond said:
Dodgers have turned into a ****in NBA team
What does this even mean?
Building a super team
Why are you worried about the guy who pitches less than McCullers?
I'd trade McCullers for TG right now
Sure why not. I'm sure Glasnow's & his new deal is worth not keeping Altuve or anyone else.
LMJs 17 million in dead money isn't doing us any favors.
Im looking for Ray Finkle.... and a clean pair of shorts. Im just a very big Finkle fan. This is my Graceland, sir.
MAGA
MAGA
Mr.Bond said:Farmer1906 said:Mr.Bond said:Farmer1906 said:Mr.Bond said:Farmer1906 said:Mr.Bond said:
Dodgers have turned into a ****in NBA team
What does this even mean?
Building a super team
Why are you worried about the guy who pitches less than McCullers?
I'd trade McCullers for TG right now
Sure why not. I'm sure Glasnow's & his new deal is worth not keeping Altuve or anyone else.
LMJs 17 million in dead money isn't doing us any favors.
And get 17 is less than 25 and 51 is going to be way less than what TG gets.