(2014) Winter Meetings Discussion Thread

[TwistedLogic]

Oh god...

Does this mean his twitter feed is going to be full of ******** about jeans now?

[TheHurl]

A few years ago, someone from here was there hitting up the job fair. Just curious who it was and wanted an update on your burgeoning MLB FO career...

 

He became an evil lawyer for the Oil and Gas drillers of Houston...then put more Republicans into the House of Representatives via Wyoming and now is a less evil Lawyer in Tulowitzki country. He's also known as Terminator around these parts.

[Jimcanuck]

This would be pretty cool, but I think I'd rather just keep Reddick.

 

is Reddick a fit though? we would have too many OF again

 

maybe KC send a prospect Oak way to even it up some

[TwistedLogic]

I'm at the point where I don't even want to post links to anything Elliott writes anymore, but for the nothing that it's worth, he says the Royals would want Norris in a deal for Holland.

[TwistedLogic]

Lol'd. I love the commitment to trolling O's fans.

[Mikeleelop]

I'm at the point where I don't even want to post links to anything Elliott writes anymore, but for the nothing that it's worth, he says the Royals would want Norris in a deal for Holland.

 

Would osuna get the royals attention for holland? Obviously Norris is untouchable

[TwistedLogic]

Summary from Gibby's meet with the Media:

 

- Hopes the Jays add a couple relievers and/or a proven closer. If they don't, mentioned Cecil as possible closer.

 

- He's not sure there's a 2nd base upgrade out there, does like lineup as is. Likes Martin in the 2nd spot in the order.

 

- Plans to stretch out Sanchez in spring training to be a starter, depending on pen needs, can be moved to relief.

 

- Reyes may get a few more days off this season to preserve his body.

 

- Pillar still in consideration for CF. Not handing the job to anyone (Pompey).

 

- AA (prior to Gibby's session with the media) said things are just starting to pick up, he's slated to meet people, nothing close right now.

 

[John_Havok]

Lol'd. I love the commitment to trolling O's fans.

 

Well, in all honestly, not allowing an employee to interview for a promotion is a dick move. Yes, he's under contract. But so are coaches all over the majors that are allowed to interview for managing positions, and other FO staff like scouting directors etc being allowed to interview for GM positions. It's just a dick move to intentionally stall someone's career if you know for a fact they have the opportunity to move up with another organization.

[jerb]

 

Barry Davis Verified account

‏@SNBarryDavis

Gibbons says no one should count out Kevin Pillar in the CF battle. "We're not handing the keys to anyone" #BlueJays

[Spanky99]

He became an evil lawyer for the Oil and Gas drillers of Houston...then put more Republicans into the House of Representatives via Wyoming and now is a less evil Lawyer in Tulowitzki country. He's also known as Terminator around these parts.

 

lol

[John_Havok]

 

Barry Davis Verified account

‏@SNBarryDavis

Gibbons says no one should count out Kevin Pillar in the CF battle. "We're not handing the keys to anyone" #BlueJays

 

Actually, everyone should be counting Pillar out of the CF battle. If he wins it that means Pompey is either dead or in jail.

[jerb]

 

Mike Wilner Verified account

‏@Wilnerness590

Gibby more cautious than AA in talking about Izturis' potential contributions in '15. Also leaning towards starting Travis in AAA. #Bluejays

[Spanky99]

I'm at the point where I don't even want to post links to anything Elliott writes anymore, but for the nothing that it's worth, he says the Royals would want Norris in a deal for Holland.

 

Makes sense, asking price, he's been elite, I'd never pay that, it's dumn focusing on guys like this.

[TwistedLogic]

Gibby live on the network. Stream here.

[HERPDERP]

Actually, everyone should be counting Pillar out of the CF battle. If he wins it that means Pompey is either dead or in jail.

 

[jerb]

 

Mike Wilner Verified account

‏@Wilnerness590

AA - scenario certainly exists in which Norris blows doors off in Dunedin, wins rotation spot, Sanchez is the closer. #Bluejays #Jays

[Spanky99]

Would osuna get the royals attention for holland? Obviously Norris is untouchable

 

I think Osuna's too much, he's a failed starter turned reliever, surely the Jays have guys like this, or cheaper options.

[reedjohnsonfan]

Actually, everyone should be counting Pillar out of the CF battle. If he wins it that means Pompey is either dead or in jail.

 

Yeah, Pillar is terrible and I don't think he has any potential to be a good hitter. But I'll be surprised if both Pompey and Izturis/Goins are the starters on opening day. Ideally they could get a better 4th OFer, someone who can not be a black hole if/when Pompey needs to be sent down. Rajai Davis was perfect for this role.

 

Eric Young has been mentioned in rumors. Hasn't played much CF but I believe he is at least capable.

[Spanky99]

Well, in all honestly, not allowing an employee to interview for a promotion is a dick move. Yes, he's under contract. But so are coaches all over the majors that are allowed to interview for managing positions, and other FO staff like scouting directors etc being allowed to interview for GM positions. It's just a dick move to intentionally stall someone's career if you know for a fact they have the opportunity to move up with another organization.

 

Agreed, as hurl pointed out it's a posture move to get something back for DD.

[HERPDERP]

I think Osuna's too much, he's a failed starter turned reliever, surely the Jays have guys like this, or cheaper options.

 

labourt? smoral? We have so many mid-rotation potential starters that it's OK to give up a few.

[jerb]

 

Jerry Crasnick Verified account

‏@jcrasnick

I just had a front office person tell me, "Don't count out the #yankees with Jon Lester.'' Scout hearing the same thing.

[Spanky99]

labourt? smoral? We have so many mid-rotation potential starters that it's OK to give up a few.

 

At least for the season, but those guys are far away still. Too bad Stilson was hurt along with a name that escapes me at the moment.

[TwistedLogic]

Alex up on the network now. Link on previous page of this thread.

[Deadpool]

Yeah, Pillar is terrible and I don't think he has any potential to be a good hitter. But I'll be surprised if both Pompey and Izturis/Goins are the starters on opening day. Ideally they could get a better 4th OFer, someone who can not be a black hole if/when Pompey needs to be sent down. Rajai Davis was perfect for this role.

 

Eric Young has been mentioned in rumors. Hasn't played much CF but I believe he is at least capable.

 

FWIW, Steamer has Pillar as a 1.2 WAR player next year. He can field quite well (far, far better than Davis...). I don't hate him as a 4th OF.

[LongTimeReader]

FWIW, Steamer has Pillar as a 1.2 WAR player next year. He can field quite well (far, far better than Davis...). I don't hate him as a 4th OF.

 

I'd just like to see him do a little more than FLAIL AWAY WITH THE BAT ...

[G-Snarls]

Oh god...

Does this mean his twitter feed is going to be full of ******** about jeans now?

 

He'll pimp anything won't he

[G-Snarls]

Go to the Cubs Lester!!

 

Yep. No Sox or Yankees please.

[NorthOf49]

Because the Rangers are going to give up dozens of years of team control of cheap young talent for a year of Upton. Wow @ that offer lol

[intentional wok]

He'll pimp anything won't he

 

I would too. The "team-friendly" contract is an attractive phrase for everybody but one.

[Atothe]

Because the Rangers are going to give up dozens of years of team control of cheap young talent for a year of Upton. Wow @ that offer lol

 

Both those trades greatly benefit the redsox and braves. No common sense