Series Thread: Rangers Play Three Games in San Diego July 28-30

[saddles]

The Rangers embark on their final series before the trade deadline.

 

[saddles]

The attention shifts to the Rangers being interested in Cardinals' relief pitcher Jordan Hicks.

Jordan Hicks has an ERA this year of 3.67 which is a little lower than his career ERA of 3.98.

41.2 IP
39 H
59 SO
24 W

 

[saddles]

I wouldn't imagine the cost of Hicks should be very high. Not sure if that is the direction the Rangers should go in though.

 

[scotsman1948]

The attention shifts to the Rangers being interested in Cardinals' relief pitcher Jordan Hicks.

Jordan Hicks has an ERA this year of 3.67 which is a little lower than his career ERA of 3.98.

41.2 IP
39 H
59 SO
24 W

Another target. The Rangers are assertive in their pursues

 

[scotsman1948]

I wouldn't imagine the cost of Hicks should be very high. Not sure if that is the direction the Rangers should go in though.

Don’t know enough about him to say yes or no but he’s another reliever/closer along with Bednar and Lange we’re tied to

 

[saddles]

Maybe Acosta and Pollard for Hicks.

 

[WilltheThrill]

While I think bullpen is an obvious glaring need at the deadline, I’m honestly wondering if getting at least 1 starting pitcher should not be the bigger priority. I just feel like our rotation is currently teetering on the edge of disaster.

We’re ok for now, but the situation seems precarious at best. Our best starter, and frankly the only one we have I’d feel comfortable starting in a playoff game, is experiencing arm fatigue and decreased velocity and is having starts skipped. Not ideal. And Dane Dunning is our #2. Also not ideal. He’s been fantastic for the most part, but not exactly a sure thing in a playoff matchup against a legit team.

Then you’ve got Gray, Heaney, Bradford, and Perez. That’s 4 question marks for various reasons. We have just about reached the point where we can’t have one more injury or decrease in performance before we’re in major trouble. If we don’t acquire another starter and we’re forced to put Otto or White into the rotation, things could go south in a hurry.

 

[DT LUNA]

Maybe Acosta and Pollard for Hicks.

Appears we are being held hostage. Everyone knows what we need and time is growing short. Pay up or walk.

 

[DT LUNA]

While I think bullpen is an obvious glaring need at the deadline, I’m honestly wondering if getting at least 1 starting pitcher should not be the bigger priority. I just feel like our rotation is currently teetering on the edge of disaster.

We’re ok for now, but the situation seems precarious at best. Our best starter, and frankly the only one we have I’d feel comfortable starting in a playoff game, is experiencing arm fatigue and decreased velocity and is having starts skipped. Not ideal. And Dane Dunning is our #2. Also not ideal. He’s been fantastic for the most part, but not exactly a sure thing in a playoff matchup against a legit team.

Then you’ve got Gray, Heaney, Bradford, and Perez. That’s 4 question marks for various reasons. We have just about reached the point where we can’t have one more injury or decrease in performance before we’re in major trouble. If we don’t acquire another starter and we’re forced to put Otto or White into the rotation, things could go south in a hurry.

Nice summary.

 

[saddles]

While I think bullpen is an obvious glaring need at the deadline, I’m honestly wondering if getting at least 1 starting pitcher should not be the bigger priority. I just feel like our rotation is currently teetering on the edge of disaster.

We’re ok for now, but the situation seems precarious at best. Our best starter, and frankly the only one we have I’d feel comfortable starting in a playoff game, is experiencing arm fatigue and decreased velocity and is having starts skipped. Not ideal. And Dane Dunning is our #2. Also not ideal. He’s been fantastic for the most part, but not exactly a sure thing in a playoff matchup against a legit team.

Then you’ve got Gray, Heaney, Bradford, and Perez. That’s 4 question marks for various reasons. We have just about reached the point where we can’t have one more injury or decrease in performance before we’re in major trouble. If we don’t acquire another starter and we’re forced to put Otto or White into the rotation, things could go south in a hurry.

Do we have too many question marks to think one addition will suffice, though?

 

[scotsman1948]

While I think bullpen is an obvious glaring need at the deadline, I’m honestly wondering if getting at least 1 starting pitcher should not be the bigger priority. I just feel like our rotation is currently teetering on the edge of disaster.

We’re ok for now, but the situation seems precarious at best. Our best starter, and frankly the only one we have I’d feel comfortable starting in a playoff game, is experiencing arm fatigue and decreased velocity and is having starts skipped. Not ideal. And Dane Dunning is our #2. Also not ideal. He’s been fantastic for the most part, but not exactly a sure thing in a playoff matchup against a legit team.

Then you’ve got Gray, Heaney, Bradford, and Perez. That’s 4 question marks for various reasons. We have just about reached the point where we can’t have one more injury or decrease in performance before we’re in major trouble. If we don’t acquire another starter and we’re forced to put Otto or White into the rotation, things could go south in a hurry.

I think we’re tied to at least 4 teams looking to trade for starters from Mets(Verlander) to (Detroit)Rodriguez to Cubs(Stroman) to Padres(Snell)

 

[scotsman1948]

Do we have too many question marks to think one addition will suffice, though?

I believe you’re right and we could go after 2 starters minimum

 

[BULLPEN FAILURE]

Appears we are being held hostage. Everyone knows what we need and time is growing short. Pay up or walk.

Don't think we're unique in our needs. Like every other trade deadline, there are multiple teams who all need the same thing. the smart GMs who have pieces to sell are working the phones.

 

[WilltheThrill]

Do we have too many question marks to think one addition will suffice, though?

Hard to say. To your point, ideally we could use 2 starters. But we might not wind up needing any if we get really lucky. Or we could end up needing 4 if a wildfire of injuries breaks out. Who knows?

Acquiring just one starter might not suffice, but I do know it would at least give us a much needed insurance policy against one injury/breakdown happening.

 

[DT LUNA]

Don't think we're unique in our needs. Like every other trade deadline, there are multiple teams who all need the same thing. the smart GMs who have pieces to sell are working the phones.

Yes I'm sure you are correct but shorter the time, higher the price.

 

[BULLPEN FAILURE]

Yes I'm sure you are correct but shorter the time, higher the price.

can't force the sellers to sell early without also paying a higher price.

 

[Senator_fan]

The attention shifts to the Rangers being interested in Cardinals' relief pitcher Jordan Hicks.

Jordan Hicks has an ERA this year of 3.67 which is a little lower than his career ERA of 3.98.

41.2 IP
39 H
59 SO
24 W

Not surprised. Maddux knows him better than anybody.

 

[Kelleyman]

Yes we need another starter just to protect the club and not burn the pen
I am good with Hicks/Flaherty.
Of course wonder the cost but rentals should not make us give up players earmarked for our club. Hate to give up good pitching

 

[scotsman1948]

He signed a 1 year 1.9M contract for 2023 so how much is he looking for that’s preventing a deal?

 

[scotsman1948]

Yes we need another starter just to protect the club and not burn the pen
I am good with Hicks/Flaherty.
Of course wonder the cost but rentals should not make us give up players earmarked for our club. Hate to give up good pitching

I think the Rangers looking as a reliever not as a starter