Sometimes when players return from an extended injury, they come back a bit rusty. Moncada is looking like he simply picked up where he left off. The natural talent in this guy is amazing and it's finally starting to show why he was at one time considered the top prospect in baseball.
i'm sure you know by now but just in case ... he got sick. nothing serious.
I was so happy to learn that it was a relatively minor reason. A prolonged injury would have been bad news, as this kid has really picked up his game since the AS break.
Out of all the key teams who will be going after Cole, I'll bet the farm that the Sox have by far the smallest payroll amongst them, meaning in theory Hahn could offer the biggest contract. The problem is that's just theory, not reality.
Like you mentioned, they should be able to absorb a good deal of new salary considering how low their commitments are and have been the last couple of years. I just hope that if the Sox do actually spend, they allocate wisely and in the positions of most need. They don't spend often, so it must count. Starting pitching is a glaring hole. Need a number one caliber guy to spearhead a young rotation, and Rodon, whatever happens with him if he can stay healthy. Dunning is on the mend, so he can take Rodon's innings. I keep hearing Puig's name when it comes to a player they've "had their eyes on" type thing. I would hope they don't overpay for a guy like that.
you have the right to hope!
