2025 Rosterbation

[LHG]

I do seem to recall a fluky WS win against a very good NL team back in 2003. Other than that, the Angel's history is mostly about Nolan Ryan, Rod Carew (post-Twins), and the wife-swapping pitchers in the early 70's.

Trust me, it was 2002. I was, unfortunately, there.

And weren't the wife-swapping pitchers with the Yankees?

 

[msgkings322]

I do seem to recall a fluky WS win against a very good NL team back in 2003. Other than that, the Angel's history is mostly about Nolan Ryan, Rod Carew (post-Twins), and the wife-swapping pitchers in the early 70's.

You are skipping some recent players bigger than those guys: Trout and of course Ohtani

 

[calsnowskier]

I do seem to recall a fluky WS win against a very good NL team back in 2003. Other than that, the Angel's history is mostly about Nolan Ryan, Rod Carew (post-Twins), and the wife-swapping pitchers in the early 70's.

2003?

2003?

Stokes. I am soooo disappointed in you.

 

[Stokes1931]

2003?

2003?

Stokes. I am soooo disappointed in you.

I guess my dementia is starting early.

 

[filosofy29]

I guess my dementia is starting early.

I just assumed you did the smart thing and deeply suppressed 2002. In fact, thinking back, I don’t recall 2002.

 

[Stokes1931]

I just assumed you did the smart thing and deeply suppressed 2002. In fact, thinking back, I don’t recall 2002.

Assuming I did the "smart" thing was your first mistake..... But thanks for the grace extended.

 

[tzill]

I do seem to recall a fluky WS win against a very good NL team back in 2003. Other than that, the Angel's history is mostly about Nolan Ryan, Rod Carew (post-Twins), and the wife-swapping pitchers in the early 70's.

2002 and phuk you.

 

[sf1giantfan]

Giants listed as 'likely' landing ex-Padres Ha-Seong Kim.

This is like the 4th article I read in the last week attaching the Giants to Kim. I guess we could be like the dodgers and over stock our needs.

Giants listed as 'likely' landing spot for $36 million ex-Padres utility man | Sporting News

The Giants need some offense.

www.sportingnews.com

 

[calsnowskier]

Giants listed as 'likely' landing ex-Padres Ha-Seong Kim.

This is like the 4th article I read in the last week attaching the Giants to Kim. I guess we could be like the dodgers and over stock our needs.

Giants listed as 'likely' landing spot for $36 million ex-Padres utility man | Sporting News

The Giants need some offense.

www.sportingnews.com

He has been linked to us for years and we have talked about him extensively here on this board.

 

[sf1giantfan]

He might take a one year deal to prove he has healed and to be with his buddy. Then see where we are at the end of the year with all of our infielders. If he rejects a year one offer then move on.

 

[tzill]

Braves sign Profar 3/42.

Designate Connor Gillispie (NOT LITERALLY CONOR GILLASPIE) to make room.

I think this is an overpay. Dude had a career year but I don't think he's anything better than league average. Yaz is better and many here are not happy with him at 1/9.25.

 

[LHG]

Giants listed as 'likely' landing ex-Padres Ha-Seong Kim.

This is like the 4th article I read in the last week attaching the Giants to Kim. I guess we could be like the dodgers and over stock our needs.

Giants listed as 'likely' landing spot for $36 million ex-Padres utility man | Sporting News

The Giants need some offense.

www.sportingnews.com

He has been linked to us for years and we have talked about him extensively here on this board.

He might take a one year deal to prove he has healed and to be with his buddy. Then see where we are at the end of the year with all of our infielders. If he rejects a year one offer then move on.

That would be a completely unnecessary signing. I hope the Giants move on from thinking about it.

 

[calsnowskier]

That would be a completely unnecessary signing. I hope the Giants move on from thinking about it.

I would like the signing. He would offer depth up the middle.

But whatever the Giants do with him will tell us what they link about Schmitt. If he is brought on board, Schmitt is basically done. If he isn’t brought on board, the team may still like Schmitt.

 

[LHG]

I would like the signing. He would offer depth up the middle.

But whatever the Giants do with him will tell us what they link about Schmitt. If he is brought on board, Schmitt is basically done. If he isn’t brought on board, the team may still like Schmitt.

And I want to see Schmitt get one more shot (maybe Wisely as well). Kim isn't going to make this team markedly better. Might as well go with who is on the farm and see what you got. Schmitt has slowly improved the past couple of seasons (with limited looks). Maybe he finally breaks out enough to at least be a solid utility guy. I do wonder how his defense compares to Kim's. If his bat continues to improve, he may be just as good as Kim.

 

[calsnowskier]

And I want to see Schmitt get one more shot (maybe Wisely as well). Kim isn't going to make this team markedly better. Might as well go with who is on the farm and see what you got. Schmitt has slowly improved the past couple of seasons (with limited looks). Maybe he finally breaks out enough to at least be a solid utility guy. I do wonder how his defense compares to Kim's. If his bat continues to improve, he may be just as good as Kim.

He is another guy who came up with HUGE defensive buzz that I just haven’t seen when I watch him. I don’t know if that is “media” blowing smoke out their ass or if it is some kind of problem with our minor leagues instructors.

Matos was supposed to be a +++ defensive OFer, and just isn’t. He is struggling just to not be a liability.

 

[calsnowskier]

Where Can The Rangers Find A Closer?

The Rangers need a closer but have a tight budget. What are their options? Find out at MLB Trade Rumors.

www.mlbtraderumors.com

Paywall for the entire artical, but a good portion of it is available pre-wall.

Buster. Pick up that damn phone!!!

 

[tzill]

That would be a completely unnecessary signing. I hope the Giants move on from thinking about it.

Unnecessary?
1. BoMel loves the guy
2. Hes great friends with Lee
3. By all accounts a great clubhouse presence
4. When healthy has nice pop for a middle infielder
5. Could move Adames to 2b, strengthening SS
6. Moves Fitz into a super-sub role where his regression can be managed easier.

Honestly, I can't see much downside here, unless he's too hurt to play.

 

[sf1giantfan]

Unnecessary?
1. BoMel loves the guy
2. Hes great friends with Lee
3. By all accounts a great clubhouse presence
4. When healthy has nice pop for a middle infielder
5. Could move Adames to 2b, strengthening SS
6. Moves Fitz into a super-sub role where his regression can be managed easier.

Honestly, I can't see much downside here, unless he's too hurt to play.

And I think for all those reasons he might take a 1 year contract to prove himself. But it would bother me about our mighty Casey.

 

[LHG]

Unnecessary?
1. BoMel loves the guy
2. Hes great friends with Lee
3. By all accounts a great clubhouse presence
4. When healthy has nice pop for a middle infielder
5. Could move Adames to 2b, strengthening SS
6. Moves Fitz into a super-sub role where his regression can be managed easier.

Honestly, I can't see much downside here, unless he's too hurt to play.

1. Doesn't make him necessary
2. Doesn't make him necessary
3. Doesn't make him necessary
4. Not as much pop as Fitzgerald
5. Doesn't make him necessary
6. Kim's offense may regress as well, Fitz has earned a full time spot and should still be decent with regression

 

[sf1giantfan]

1. Doesn't make him necessary
2. Doesn't make him necessary
3. Doesn't make him necessary
4. Not as much pop as Fitzgerald
5. Doesn't make him necessary
6. Kim's offense may regress as well, Fitz has earned a full time spot and should still be decent with regression

This is also true. But the dodgers surrounding the Japanese players with more could very well make them feel more comfortable and in turn might make them perform better. I know that is some wild out of the box thinking but that might be true for Lee with Kim.