Philadelphia Phillies 2023-2024 OffSeason Thread

[Retroram52]

Because we had our big hitters all take a collective vacation against the snakes, any big hitter should be retained to provide even more threats to the opponent instead of being traded for admittingly two hit-or-miss younger players.

 

[Sparhawk]

Because we had our big hitters all take a collective vacation against the snakes, any big hitter should be retained to provide even more threats to the opponent instead of being traded for admittingly two hit-or-miss younger players.

99% of the minor league system is hit or miss.
It is a near 0% chance that any of these players will be helping us in 2024.

 

[fightinfunbags]

Because we had our big hitters all take a collective vacation against the snakes, any big hitter should be retained to provide even more threats to the opponent instead of being traded for admittingly two hit-or-miss younger players.

Where was this guy going to play? Your infield is all set. He’s not playing over Stott or Turner or Bohm. At 26 he’s either gotta play now or he’s a career minor leaguer.

 

[fightinfunbags]

99% of the minor league system is hit or miss.
It is a near 0% chance that any of these players will be helping us in 2024.

Exactly and he’s 26 already. The clock ran out and he’s blocked.

 

[fightinfunbags]

I’m sorry to bring this up again in case you guys have already been able to turn the page. I can’t get over this blown opportunity. I’m still shaking my head over losing 4 of 5 to the Diamondbacks. I don’t ever want to see Kimbrel take the bump for the Phillies again.

 

[Sparhawk]

I’m sorry to bring this up again in case you guys have already been able to turn the page. I can’t get over this blown opportunity. I’m still shaking my head over losing 4 of 5 to the Diamondbacks. I don’t ever want to see Kimbrel take the bump for the Phillies again.

It is what it is.
Kimbrel was cooked, but that doesn't explain our inability to hit w RISP, our inability to lay off pitches outside the zone, etc.

Sh!t happens.

We are right where we need to be, having a chance every year.
That's all you can ask for.
Padres and Mets spent lots of $ and didn't even make the playoffs.

 

[fightinfunbags]

It is what it is.
Kimbrel was cooked, but that doesn't explain our inability to hit w RISP, our inability to lay off pitches outside the zone, etc.

Sh!t happens.

We are right where we need to be, having a chance every year.
That's all you can ask for.
Padres and Mets spent lots of $ and didn't even make the playoffs.

Phil’s are trying to do something few have done. In 3 years time, lose WS, lose LCS, and then win WS. Last time it was done was 04-06 Cardinals.

 

[Sparhawk]

Phil’s are trying to do something few have done. In 3 years time, lose WS, lose LCS, and then win WS. Last time it was done was 04-06 Cardinals.

 

[Sparhawk]

That first attempt might explain everything.....

 

[Retroram52]

I believe this Pitcher is still available. It would be a start in the right direction for the Phils to sign this guy. Don't know if he is worth the money he is asking for and his present age but at least the Phils should be checking this dude out.

Shohei Ohtani declines Los Angeles Angels’ qualifying offer

In a widely expected move, MLB free agent Shohei Ohtani declined the Los Angeles Angels’ qualifying offer ahead of Tuesday's 1 p.m. PST deadline. What’s next for the team: Because Ohtani, 29, declined the one-year offer worth $20.325 million, the Angels will receive draft-pick compensation...

www.yahoo.com

 

[Retroram52]

Well it looks like the FO for the Phils is actually addressing the problem.

MLB rumors: A surprise contender for Shohei Ohtani, Phillies eye new ace, Mets, Yankees talk Manuel Margot

Notes from the rumor mill for Thursday

www.cbssports.com

 

[Retroram52]

Interesting read and we are down the WAR list a ways. With Lorenzen and Kimbrel on the move, the Phils FO should aggressively attack potential pitching help this offseason.

Each team's offseason roster ranked, 1-30

It hasn't even been a week since the Rangers won the 2023 World Series, but the 2024 season has already begun, in a manner of speaking. Signings have already happened, minor trades have been made, and the rosters that teams have right now already look different than they did just

www.mlb.com

 

[Cedrique]

I believe this Pitcher is still available. It would be a start in the right direction for the Phils to sign this guy. Don't know if he is worth the money he is asking for and his present age but at least the Phils should be checking this dude out.

Shohei Ohtani declines Los Angeles Angels’ qualifying offer

In a widely expected move, MLB free agent Shohei Ohtani declined the Los Angeles Angels’ qualifying offer ahead of Tuesday's 1 p.m. PST deadline. What’s next for the team: Because Ohtani, 29, declined the one-year offer worth $20.325 million, the Angels will receive draft-pick compensation...

www.yahoo.com

Never heard of him, but he looks like he might be ok

 

[Retroram52]

He played for the Angels last couple of years and he is drawing alot of interest from people like the Yankees, Orioles, Rangers, and of course the Phillies. Wants 20+ million per season. Don't know if is worth that much but is a damn good starting picher. The Phils really should make an attempt to sign him seeing that Nola maybe gone soon as well.

 

[Cedrique]

I’m sorry to bring this up again in case you guys have already been able to turn the page. I can’t get over this blown opportunity. I’m still shaking my head over losing 4 of 5 to the Diamondbacks. I don’t ever want to see Kimbrel take the bump for the Phillies again.

Imagine being a Braves fan and saying that every year from 1996 through 2005.....

 

[Cedrique]

Phillies' Garrett Stubbs: Reaches agreement with Phils

Phillies' Garrett Stubbs: Reaches agreement with Phils

www.cbssports.com

Stubbs is back! Love that guy

 

[Retroram52]

Yea me too, Cedrique. A quality guy and maybe he will push Realmuto a bit more to get him going in the post-season where he has a tendency to go to sleep!!

 

[Retroram52]

The Phillies did sign some players during the tender-non-tender process. Stubbs was one of those players along with Jake Cave and Dylan Covey!

Phillies non-tender 1 player, agree to contracts with 3

The Phillies agreed to contracts for 2024 with three players and non-tendered one ahead of Friday's deadline.

www.yahoo.com

 

[Retroram52]

Brandon Woodruff has been non-tendered by Milwaukee. Hmm...

Brewers make tough decision to non-tender pitcher Brandon Woodruff

Brandon Woodruff's October shoulder surgery and impending free agency after the 2024 season led the Brewers to non-tender the pitcher.

www.yahoo.com

 

[fightinfunbags]

Nola is back