2021 roster

[LHG]

This is surprising.

Yes, especially considering Chad Tromp and Melvin Adon were non-tendered.

 

[LHG]

 

[LHG]

Here are the catchers on the free agent market. Wonderful group to choose from:

Alex Avila (34)
Drew Butera (37)
Curt Casali (32)
Welington Castillo (34)
Jason Castro (34)
Robinson Chirinos (36)
Tyler Flowers (35)
Dustin Garneau (33)
Bryan Holaday (33)
Sandy Leon (32)
Jeff Mathis (38)
James McCann (31)
Yadier Molina (38)
Josh Phegley (33)
Wilson Ramos (33)
J.T. Realmuto (30)
Rene Rivera (37)
Austin Romine (32)
Kurt Suzuki (37)
Chadwick Tromp (26)
Matt Wieters (35)
Tony Wolters (29)
Mike Zunino (30)

 

[SFGRTB]

It's pretty unbelievable that it's December 4 and we still don't know if there will be a DH next season or not.

The CBA negotiations are going to be BRUTAL this time next year.

 

[LHG]

It's pretty unbelievable that it's December 4 and we still don't know if there will be a DH next season or not.

The CBA negotiations are going to be BRUTAL this time next year.

I thought that there was a decision by MLB not to use the DH in 2021 but then I keep hearing how no decision has been made and cannot find where I read that decision was made so I'm just confused. They need to set a direction so the GMs can plan accordingly (and the DH first guys can know who they are talking to for jobs).

 

[SFGRTB]

I thought that there was a decision by MLB not to use the DH in 2021 but then I keep hearing how no decision has been made and cannot find where I read that decision was made so I'm just confused. They need to set a direction so the GMs can plan accordingly (and the DH first guys can know who they are talking to for jobs).

Yeah they definitely haven't come to a decision yet, and some free agents (I think Nelson Cruz maybe said it?) are saying they'll wait to sign until they announce a decision because it will either open up or eliminate half the market.

I'm reading that both sides are in favor of the DH, but the owners are trying to hold off so they can use it as a bargaining chip in the CBA, or they want some concessions if they agree to it for 2021.

 

[calsnowskier]

 

[LHG]

Yeah they definitely haven't come to a decision yet, and some free agents (I think Nelson Cruz maybe said it?) are saying they'll wait to sign until they announce a decision because it will either open up or eliminate half the market.

I'm reading that both sides are in favor of the DH, but the owners are trying to hold off so they can use it as a bargaining chip in the CBA, or they want some concessions if they agree to it for 2021.

There is this article - Zaidi reveals Giants being told to plan for no DH in 2021

 

[SFGRTB]

I gotta say..... I kinda liked having the DH last year *ducks*

 

[calsnowskier]

I gotta say..... I kinda liked having the DH last year *ducks*

 

[calsnowskier]

I gotta say..... I kinda liked having the DH last year *ducks*

For me it further confirmed that the game is boring af with the DH. The batting order holds no appeal anymore. Without the specter of the pitching slot coming up there is no urgency in getting that runner in from 2nd. Every slot in the lineup is the same thing. The same strategy exists for every batter in every situation (hit ball far).

a simplified game for a simplified fandumb.

 

[SFGRTB]

For me it further confirmed that the game is boring af with the DH. The batting order holds no appeal anymore. Without the specter of the pitching slot coming up there is no urgency in getting that runner in from 2nd. Every slot in the lineup is the same thing. The same strategy exists for every batter in every situation (hit ball far).

a simplified game for a simplified fandumb.

While I don't necessarily disagree I kinda like hit ball far baseball.

It's kinda like the post-up game in basketball. Sure I THOUGHT I was going to miss it, but now I really don't. I find more enjoyment in launching 3-points, or guys driving into the lane showing off their athleticism, or running the fast break more.

 

[Hangman]

No DH in NL ever

 

[calsnowskier]

While I don't necessarily disagree I kinda like hit ball far baseball.

It's kinda like the post-up game in basketball. Sure I THOUGHT I was going to miss it, but now I really don't. I find more enjoyment in launching 3-points, or guys driving into the lane showing off their athleticism, or running the fast break more.

Nuance bad.

Brute force good.

 

[LHG]

Nuance bad.

Brute force good.

You think this would be a good gift for DH lovers?

Poetry for Neanderthals Card Game

Poetry for Neanderthals is a competitive word-guessing card game that forces you to explain complicated ideas using simple vocabulary. Suitable for 2+ players, ages 7+.

shop.explodingkittens.com

 

[calsnowskier]

You think this would be a good gift for DH lovers?

Poetry for Neanderthals Card Game

Poetry for Neanderthals is a competitive word-guessing card game that forces you to explain complicated ideas using simple vocabulary. Suitable for 2+ players, ages 7+.

shop.explodingkittens.com

Too complicated for their simple minds.

 

[LHG]

Yeah they definitely haven't come to a decision yet, and some free agents (I think Nelson Cruz maybe said it?) are saying they'll wait to sign until they announce a decision because it will either open up or eliminate half the market.

I'm reading that both sides are in favor of the DH, but the owners are trying to hold off so they can use it as a bargaining chip in the CBA, or they want some concessions if they agree to it for 2021.

I think I took a cursory glance at this article back in late October and assumed no DH for 2021

Rob Manfred Discusses Rule Changes, Playoff Expansion

OCT. 23: Manfred told Dan Patrick "all of the COVID-related rule changes," including extra innings, the universal DH and seven-inning …

www.mlbtraderumors.com

 

[LHG]

MLB Teams Told To Assume No Universal DH In 2021

Major League Baseball sent a memo last week telling teams to operate as though there won't be an NL DH in 2021. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

www.mlbtraderumors.com

 

[calsnowskier]

Updated for the changes so far (No major changes; 2 different SPs, slight shakeup in bully, Tromp as buC instead of Garcia)...

SP
Gausman
Cueto
Desclafani
Webb
Beede

Bully
Moronta
Peralta
Rogers
Nunez
Gott
Garcia, J
Baragar
Wisler

Catcher
Posey
Tromp (needs to be added to 40)

Infield
Belt
Solano
Crawford
Longoria
Vosler
Flores

OF
Yaz
Dick
Dubon
Slater
Ruf

 

[LHG]

Updated for the changes so far (No major changes; 2 different SPs, slight shakeup in bully, Tromp as buC instead of Garcia)...

SP
Gausman
Cueto
Desclafani
Webb
Beede

Bully
Moronta
Peralta
Rogers
Nunez
Gott
Garcia, J
Baragar
Wisler

Catcher
Posey
Tromp (needs to be added to 40)

Infield
Belt
Solano
Crawford
Longoria
Vosler
Flores

OF
Yaz
Dick
Dubon
Slater
Ruf

Tromp is on the 40 man