I would prefer to keep Doval and Rogers in that deal. One upper level late inning reliever and another currently stumbling, potentially ELITE closer is more valuable than an inconsistent 29 yo #4 starter.
I wonder if Doval and a C grade prospect could have done the same thing. But maybe Cortes isn't that helpful to get, especially if we do land Burnes.
I heard the rumors about Tyler being on the block. I don’t remember issues with Taylor. And I got the sense that Tyler was only “on the block” because of his salary (my read on it).
I don't remember where I read about Taylor. I did see Tyler's name floated, just before the tender deadline, and was surprised. I thought the Giants finally got their heads straight on his value. But they do seem to have a thing against Tyler's.
When comparing Paredes with Wade, I didn't think about the position difference. However, the Astros have a need at both corner spots, so maybe Wade would have fit the bill still. Now they have a need in the outfield as well. Wonder if they are going with a soft reset.
Bully arms almost NEVER spend their whole careers in one spot. Even more rare than hitters and starters (unless, of course, you consider a career of 2 years as their “whole career”)
Paredes is still young (25), so I doubt Wade (30) would have as much value to them.
I would think that Rodriguez and Bivens have the inside track on the last two bullpen spots Both looked promising in 2024. Warren would likely be in on one of those spots as well.
I envision all OFers getting decent play. I think there is PT enough for 5 spots.
My gut says that isn’t possible, but I have only watched 1 team closely enough to have an opinion. It is entirely possible that baserunning across the league sucks ass.
I tend to agree. But tbf, we don’t know what the late ask was.
Hint: it rhymes with "bunny"
The fuck does Burnes need honey in his contract for? He can buy all he wants.
I suspect he wanted a clause that allowed him to sit out pregame workouts if it were sunny out.
So, “runny”…
