Westhead: Unnamed executive says Greinke is "familiar" with Jays lineup

[Laika]

They're probably going to make an offer that they know won't get accepted just so the PR doesn't look so bad of them not signing Price.

 

lol, that's pretty stupid

[burlingtonbandit]

lol, that's pretty stupid

 

I agree. But its Rogers...

 

That what some of the media on SN think.

[CJ-Freeway]

http://www.tsn.ca/blue-jays-weighing-contract-offer-to-greinke-1.391723

 

LOL....I wish

 

lol. But seriously though, what are the legit reasons that could cockblock this deal? (If the price is right for him) Other than Canadian taxes...?

 

Since the Jays are a winning team, he doesn't have to worry about playing on a losing team... so what could make him refuse playing for the Jays?

[Brenner]

We signed Greinke?

[BTS]

lol. But seriously though, what are the legit reasons that could cockblock this deal? (If the price is right for him) Other than Canadian taxes...?

 

Since the Jays are a winning team, he doesn't have to worry about playing on a losing team... so what could make him refuse playing for the Jays?

 

An identical offer from LA.

[CJ-Freeway]

An identical offer from LA.

 

Ok but what if our offer is a greater amount than the Dodgers?

[CJ-Freeway]

Then the Dodgers will submit another offer for more?

 

Nah I don't think you're getting what I'm saying. What if we submit the biggest offer and no one else tops our bid-- will Greinke sign with us or will he deny us because of Canadian taxes, losing team, etc etc?

[dineke]

Nah I don't think you're getting what I'm saying. What if we submit the biggest offer and no one else tops our bid-- will Greinke sign with us or will he deny us because of Canadian taxes, losing team, etc etc?

 

Why don't you give Greinke a call and ask him yourself?

[CJ-Freeway]

Why don't you give Greinke a call and ask him yourself?

 

lol, funny guy over here.

[CJ-Freeway]

The point is that nobody knows what decision Zack Greinke would make in this hypothetical because we're not Zack Greinke and/or haven't been given enough details. There's no way to answer your question without asking him.

 

True. But I was just wondering why was the overall consensus as it is right now-- ie, why everyone is saying that signing him is a long shot.

[Spanky99]

True. But I was just wondering why was the overall consensus as it is right now-- ie, why everyone is saying that signing him is a long shot.

 

Holy f*** man, just stop!

[CJ-Freeway]

Holy f*** man, just stop!

 

Nah. I thought that was legitimate questioning. I don't think signing Greinke is impossible.

[Jimcanuck]

Nah. I thought that was legitimate questioning. I don't think signing Greinke is impossible.

 

Jays would have to massively overpay, and Shapiro in charge. Not impossible, but want to make a bet. If Greinke signs with Toronto, I give you $100. If he doesn't, you give me $20.

[CJ-Freeway]

Jays would have to massively overpay, and Shapiro in charge. Not impossible, but want to make a bet. If Greinke signs with Toronto, I give you $100. If he doesn't, you give me $20.

 

Sounds interesting but I'm not a gambler bro. Anyways, I would also bet that he doesn't sign with the Jays. I'm just saying that it isn't impossible.

[THANOS]

True. But I was just wondering why was the overall consensus as it is right now-- ie, why everyone is saying that signing him is a long shot.

 

Financially: Shapiro won't commit that type of money to a pitcher at that age for that many years, when 2016 is the likely window of elite competition since both EE and JB's current contracts end. It doesn't fit his usual MO regarding value and the competition window.

 

Non-monetary: Greinke is an odd duck who dislikes being in the public eye, and has anxiety issues with social pressure and attention. Toronto is not only a huge market but the media and fans are quick to jump don't someone's throat if they struggle at all. The book on Greinke says he would want no part of that.

[CJ-Freeway]

Financially: Shapiro won't commit that type of money to a pitcher at that age for that many years, when 2016 is the likely window of elite competition since both EE and JB's current contracts end. It doesn't fit his usual MO regarding value and the competition window.

 

Non-monetary: Greinke is an odd duck who dislikes being in the public eye, and has anxiety issues with social pressure and attention. Toronto is not only a huge market but the media and fans are quick to jump don't someone's throat if they struggle at all. The book on Greinke says he would want no part of that.

 

Cool man, thanks. That makes sense.

[Maahfaace]

True. But I was just wondering why was the overall consensus as it is right now-- ie, why everyone is saying that signing him is a long shot.

 

Nah. I thought that was legitimate questioning. I don't think signing Greinke is impossible.

 

[Boxcar]

Financially: Shapiro won't commit that type of money to a pitcher at that age for that many years, when 2016 is the likely window of elite competition since both EE and JB's current contracts end. It doesn't fit his usual MO regarding value and the competition window.

 

Non-monetary: Greinke is an odd duck who dislikes being in the public eye, and has anxiety issues with social pressure and attention. Toronto is not only a huge market but the media and fans are quick to jump don't someone's throat if they struggle at all. The book on Greinke says he would want no part of that.

 

Because he's definitely not experiencing that in LA.