Lots to consider here as losing either of them would be a blow to the team.
They’re both very similar situations…both are here on 1 year deals trying to build their value. Mission accomplished and then some. Sure Ray was getting 8 million versus 18 million for Semien, but the parallels are obvious.
Which guy walking would leave the bigger hole? Can they afford both? Should they push for both or let one walk and try to replace that guy with other another option?
And let’s settle one part of it now, obviously you want both to return but that can’t be the goal at all costs. There is a number for each of them that just wouldn’t make sense at all despite their amazing performances this season.
Will the upcoming inevitable PA/MLB negotiations slow down any negotiations not knowing if there’s going to be a solid salary floor?