Chappy

Yes. Not because I don't think he has the potential, just because most lower level prospects never pan out. Considering the level he is at and his atrocious walk rate, I wouldn't hold my breath on him ever being anything special. While I love the idea of developing a system of ongoing winning with a pipeline of prospects, not all prospects need to be held onto for this approach to succeed. I think many here are just clinging unrealistically to Sanchez like he alone could save the future of this franchise, and that is ludicrous. Acquiring relatively young players with multiple years of control (or extensions) at team friendly contracts can accomplish similar results and buy time for other lower level prospects and draftees to move up the ranks. AA really f***ed things up last winter, but that being said, he can put this team on a better track starting this winter with some key moves geared both toward the now and future state of this franchise. Also, I would much rather hold onto Stroman at this point, in fact, I would be extremely hesitant to deal him off. He may not be labelled with as high of a ceiling, but he is considered to be MLB ready at this point, pitching in the upper minors and with better success. He fits this teams timeline for the now and has long-term implications as well.

What? I'm talking about Buehrle's contract, not other FA's.

Boras is not his agent anymore.

The NL central was nothing to sneeze at, lots of good hitters in that division. Let's not kid ourselves, Samardizja is a really good SP. I understand wanting to hold onto Sanchez, I do as well, but odds are he may never be as good as shark. Considering the options available? This would still leave financial flexibility which is important as well. So many here would rather just drop $60 - $75 million on a FA SP, but that too has it's drawbacks if you get stuck with a dud contract.

It's pretty obvious his back is painted to a corner. No one on the farm is untouchable. He has to fo what he set out to accomplish at this point and if he fails he is done in Toronto.

I can't even count the number of times I said Buehrle's contract would look substantially better after this winter. Just wait until Garza, Santana and Jimenez sign their contracts.

I would be shocked if it's Stroman. I'm guessing its Sanchez instead. Stroman is pretty much ready to step into the rotation and we will need that as insurance in AAA. Plus Sanchez probably fits in better with what the Cubs are trying to do with all their lower level prospects and considering he is further away and has the higher potential ceiling, I could see him being moved.

Giants nearing deal with Ryan Vogelsong. http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2013/11/giants-nearing-deal-with-ryan-vogelson.html

To each their own. Who gives a f*** really. Let people enjoy what they like.

See ya.

That's surprising. Thought Nolasco would be interested in signing with a team that had a chance to compete.

Since when did back of the rotation guys become major signings? Teams that create hype over players like this area f***ing *******s.

Source?

I'm going to guess its Arroyo. Seems like something they may consider a major signing.

At 3/24 or 3/27, chances are that salty earns that contract quite easily. Not my primary or secondary choice but he is still an upgrade and is young enough that he could maintain or improve his value. If he is the alternative to JP, I would take that on a 3 year deal.

I am ok with Sierra as a bench option to maybe platoon with Lind and provide added depth for the OF. Assuming we don't trade him or Gose, having both on the bench might not be such a bad thing. A bench of Gose/Sierra/Izturis/Thole could work. Not a very good hitting bench, but Gose provides great D and Sierra could be a very cheap platoon partner for Lind and who knows maybe he builds a bit of trade value in the process. Izturis can cover 3B, SS and 2B and Bautista can move to 3B in a pinch as well. Thole is not the best option as a backup, but I do expect him to bounce back somewhat with the bat. Could be a high risk/high reward bench, but dirt cheap as well.

I will enjoy banning you.

Take a hint.

Lol what a tool.

Good point. I'm on my IPad and I can't find a link now that you brought it up. Never noticed it before since I usually just have the forum open in another tab. It might be a good idea to have a link that can't be missed, especially considering the buzz right now.

Yikes, he is in for a reality check.

Does Sierra even have any real value? I am sure he has some, but it can't be anything of real relevance.

f***ing shark tank. My team crumbled in the second half for yet another second place finish.

Seriously, your f***ing annoying.

Well done!