Offseason roster thread 2014

[RealAccountant]

Why hasn't BTS updated the first post yet. Isn't that the whole point of this thread. I am tempted to remove my thanks.

[Spanky99]

Any idea what Aoki will sign for?

 

Estimated guess by the MLB industry is 8 per 2, it'll get cheaper after that, obviously.

[Governator]

I am onboard with signing Rasmus to play LF for 1-year. I am sure his agent would recommend he only sign a 1-year deal to rebuild his value.

 

Does anyone think we could sign Nelson Cruz to a 3-year deal, throw him in LF and part time DH? Would a 3-year, $38M deal get him? Cheaper than Melky, slightly better in LF, older so maybe cheaper? Just wondering what you all think of that...

 

Cruz will land a larger contract than Cabrera. Age aside, he's still the MLB homerun leader and someone will overpay for him.

[RIPEXPOS]

I'm fine with rolling the dice with in-org options at 2B and CF, considering the solid presence of veterans and a good prospect at both spots.

 

LF and DH need to be addressed though. As does the backend of our pen. A top end starter would be a major luxury too.

[King]

 

[Westfan]

Does anyone know what the health of Dirks is. Is he back swinging a bat?

[burlingtonbandit]

 

 

I always wonder about stuff like that. It'd be cool to have Stroman on a podcast. Probably one of the more interesting guys in all of baseball.

[JaysRap]

Markakis unlikely to sign back with Orioles!

 

http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2014/12/markakis-no-longer-likely-to-re-sign-with-orioles.html

[Pete_7]

Markakis unlikely to sign back with Orioles!

 

http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2014/12/markakis-no-longer-likely-to-re-sign-with-orioles.html

 

Figured that was coming

[Corporal Valdal]

Markakis unlikely to sign back with Orioles!

 

http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2014/12/markakis-no-longer-likely-to-re-sign-with-orioles.html

 

Can he play LF?

[Pete_7]

Can he play LF?

 

I'm gonna go with yes

[Corporal Valdal]

I have aways been a fan of his. He is always a threat at the plate and has passable defence but that is in RF. I have never seen him in LF before only at the start of his career, which know seems like a life time ago.

 

If we can get him at 3/30 or 4/44 I would be a really happy camper

[Brenner]

Markakis would be a great fit with this team, he would be a plus defender in LF I think.

[Deadpool]

Markakis would be a great fit with this team, he would be a plus defender in LF I think.

 

He's a below average fielder in right, and he's 31 now. I always sort of got the impression that he was a good fielder, and he definitely has a great arm, but looking at the numbers right now, he's generally negative (-5.5 career UZR, 1 positive UZR year in the past 6, last season actually...).

 

http://www.fangraphs.com/statss.aspx?playerid=5930&position=OF#fielding

 

Another guy I wouldn't mind on a short term deal, but wouldn't really want him for a longer contract. O's are smart to not want to go 4 years with him.

[Corporal Valdal]

He's a below average fielder in right, and he's 31 now. I always sort of got the impression that he was a good fielder, and he definitely has a great arm, but looking at the numbers right now, he's generally negative (-5.5 career UZR, 1 positive UZR year in the past 6, last season actually...).

 

http://www.fangraphs.com/statss.aspx?playerid=5930&position=OF#fielding

 

Another guy I wouldn't mind on a short term deal, but wouldn't really want him for a longer contract. O's are smart to not want to go 4 years with him.

 

Next to Bautista he has one of the best arms in RF I have ever seen

[JaysAllMighty]

So any chances that AA goes after Markakis?

[BallsDeep]

I dont know who this guy is tweeting but... 9600 followers

 

Frank Pimentel ‏@FrankBostonTank 1h1 hour ago

 

#BlueJays have expressed serious interest in James Shields, per source. Toronto could use veteran starter to go with that great lineup. #MLB

[BigBounceyBlueBalls]

Let the Bodies Hit the floor!!! Yes be true:) remember AA I did say please on this also. Thank you in advance !

[burlingtonbandit]

I dont know who this guy is tweeting but... 9600 followers

 

Frank Pimentel ‏@FrankBostonTank 1h1 hour ago

 

#BlueJays have expressed serious interest in James Shields, per source. Toronto could use veteran starter to go with that great lineup. #MLB

 

When have the Jays ever signed anyone after hearing Toronto is interested in "x" beforehand? Not going to happen unless its someone like BNS or Shi tweeting it out.

[BallsDeep]

When have the Jays ever signed anyone after hearing Toronto is interested in "x" beforehand? Not going to happen unless its someone like BNS or Shi tweeting it out.

 

Ur definitely right. Just fun to speculate.

[burlingtonbandit]

Ur definitely right. Just fun to speculate.

 

AA also came out and said on radio that the 3 areas they are looking to address is LF, 2B and BP. With only limited $ available they aren't going to be signing a big money FA.

[Ehjays]

AA also came out and said on radio that the 3 areas they are looking to address is LF, 2B and BP. With only limited $ available they aren't going to be signing a big money FA.

 

Yeah, so when he says that it means he is after a SP and has more cash, LOL

[Governator]

Is it just me or does it seem like every active thread is basically the same conversation? I think I shall just stay in this one the remainder of the year.

[imsorry4beatinU]

Is it just me or does it seem like every active thread is basically the same conversation? I think I shall just stay in this one the remainder of the year.

 

Do you like Meatloaf? We could have different topics if you want.

[imsorry4beatinU]

Food or musician?

 

[GreekFatAss]

Would anyone be interested in Volquez for the bullpen? Good peripherals and velocity and would probably see an increase there which would help his stuff.

[KingKat]

Spice up your meatloaf by adding a cheese tunnel. Build a flat bottom layer from the ground meat mixture, place alternating cheddar and mozzarella sticks and then build around and over the cheese. Don't leave any cracks or the cheese will leak out you'll have a mess on your hand. Be like a brick layer with that s*** and enjoy!

[Spanky99]

Would anyone be interested in Volquez for the bullpen? Good peripherals and velocity and would probably see an increase there which would help his stuff.

 

Volquez sure wouldn't be interested in the BP, so no.

[GD]

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[Deadpool]

Do you like Meatloaf? We could have different topics if you want.

 

The little pub near my place has the BEST meatloaf. Holy god it's good. (Plus, it's dirt cheap...)

 

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