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  1. jaysblue
    If the acquisition price isn't expensive, rolling the dice on Baty and having him battle for the 3B job during ST with Clement isn't that bad of an idea, if the Jays decide they need to allot money elsewhere on the roster such as resigning Vladdy, OF and the rotation. Looks like he's going to be a bust, but he's still young enough where you might be able to catch some lightning in a bottle. Just wouldn't solely rely on him at 3B heading into 2025 if the Jays are planning to contend.
  2. jaysblue
    Baty has looked pretty overmatched at the big league level and I don't think he would be a "great target" given the team planning to contend in 2025. 68 wRC+ in 2023 over 389 PA and a career 72 wRC+ thus far. Sorry to "s*** on your suggestions," but I will. Sound familiar?
  3. jaysblue
    The renovations definitely play a role. A lot of young people in Toronto and casuals think the outfield patios are a cool area to chill and hang out. As for events in Toronto, next weekend the CNE starts and there is also the Kings Plate at Woodbine. Otherwise in terms of sports, not much other than the odd Argos game or TFC game. Leafs don't start until October and NFL starts second weekend of September.
  4. jaysblue
    A lot of flex packs or season tickets were sold last winter when there was all the hype surrounding the Jays signing Ohtani. I even know a co-worker who bought season tickets last October/November because of the Ohtani rumours. As well, it was a beautiful weekend here in Toronto. Not too humid at all, so really perfect conditions to go watch an afternoon game where you won't be sweating or boiling because of the heat. Even for casual fans, seeing a Jays game on a Sunday afternoon, chilling at one of the outfield patios, and drinking $20 beers, is something to do and an afternoon out, regardless of how the team is performing. Haven't checked StubHub recently for Jays tickets, but wondering if they might be a lot cheaper than the box office, since perhaps some flex pack or season ticket holders wanting to unload their tickets for some games.
  5. jaysblue
    Yeah geez don't remind me. Was at Game 2 and still can't believe the Jays ended up losing the way they did. Should have been a Game 3 in that Wildcard series.
  6. jaysblue
    Was watching the game last night cuz Skenes was pitching. Yeah LA is a nice fit for KK. Hope he can make a positive impact for them down the stretch and in October! Fits in really nicely as a 4th outfielder there, which what his roll should have been with the Blue Jays this season.
  7. jaysblue
    It's all Raimel Tapia's fault!
  8. jaysblue
    Jorge Polanco could play defense!
  9. jaysblue
    Wonder if the A's trade him this offseason lol. Imagine Miller at the back of the Jays bullpen haha! Damn!
  10. jaysblue
    Which top of the rotation arms would you target during free agency? Shane Bieber would be interesting if he signed a short term contract to build back up some value. Is he expected to miss the early part of 2025? Couldn't find anything. Burnes is the best arm available and is someone who would slot into the No. 1 spot of the rotation. Not crazy about giving Blake Snell or Max Fried a 4-5 year deal. Would rather bring Kikuchi back. Not sure about Flaherty if his season is for real, but maybe the Jays see him similar to what Gausman was when the signed him after the 2021 season. What's the trade market like for top of the rotation arms?
  11. jaysblue
    Might even be the odd guy who is a non-tender candidate (e.g. Swanson or Romano if the Jays feel they're broken and can't make a full return to their previous levels). Though yeah good point, if they lock up both Soto and Vladdy, they most likely have to be a tax team for 2025 given the other areas that need to be addressed on the roster. Once some salaries come off the books afterwards, they should be okay moving forward.
  12. jaysblue
    Looking forward to see Horwitz over a full season next year. Really think he can be a solid contributor. Would be awesome if he turned into the Jays version of Jeff McNeil.
  13. jaysblue
    Would they be able to fit both into the payroll next season and seasons afterwards without going over the luxury tax? Or if they did sign both to long term deals, would they even care about going over the luxury tax during the first couple of seasons with them both in their prime years?
  14. jaysblue
    Yeah not my first or second choice that's for sure. If the Jays can't sign Chapman or Bregman, and/or failed to add huge thump to other areas in the lineup, he's not a bad target for some cheap power. Doubt the Marlins ask a lot in return anyways. Keep Clement obviously around as well for defensive purposes, and I'm sure they could manage the workloads between both at the hot corner, with Burger getting his AB's between 3B & DH. Again depends on how the offseason plays out.
  15. jaysblue
    I know I got attacked last week for listing Jake Burger as a possible 3B trade candidate this upcoming offseason, though Mr. Burger since July 1st has been on a tear with the bat. Since July 1st: .292 BA, 13 HR's, 23 RBI with 165 wRC+ in July and 193 wRC+ in August. 198 wRC+ in the second half thus far. Gotta put up with the streakiness with his bat and poor glove, though as long he produces around 2 WAR with 30 + HR's hitting in the bottom of the order, he's not a bad option given the lack of HR power in this lineup. Probably can be rotated between DH and 3B.
  16. jaysblue
    If they can lock up Vladdy and if they can land Soto, what a dynamic duo that would be for the next decade. If they were willing to go all-in on Ohtani last offseason, you gotta think they would definitely entertain the idea of locking up both Vladdy & Soto, which total would likely be cheaper than the 10 year/$700M Ohtani signed with the Dodgers.
  17. jaysblue
    Doval for the Giants has been garbage as well. He was just sent down to the minors.
  18. jaysblue
    Wily Adames has been on a tear with his sixth homer since the All-Star break and he's hitting .285 (20-for-70) with 13 runs scored and 12 RBI over 18 games. Looking to cash-in this offseason!
  19. jaysblue
    You're one of the worst and most insufferable posters on this board. Your arrogance when just having a simple baseball discussion is baffling. Posters like you make this message board a toxic place especially for new members and even long standing members. Like seriously, there is no point in having any baseball discussion with you around. You're so condescending and pretentious. For mentioning Ryan McMahon and Jake Burger as possible trade candidates. Geez lol! You really need to chill.
  20. jaysblue
    Yeah agreed. So hopefully they can make two big additions at LF and DH, along with one of the FA arms available. Then you can afford to roll with Clement at 3B.
  21. jaysblue
    I just listed some 3B trade candidates who likely are available. Just some baseball discussion. You're not s***ing on any suggestions because I never made any lol. Again, you're proving why you're the most arrogant poster on this board. Sure if the Jays can't afford signing Bregman or Chapman, they either likely have to go the trade route (and I listed some possible trade candidates at 3B) or I said just roll with Clement at 3B.
  22. jaysblue
    A team that had Trout and Ohtani and never even sniffed the Postseason. Just crazy!
  23. jaysblue
    Sure, that's an option as well, but then the Jays need to go hard after a bat like Rooker, and at least another OF bat. Can Clement give the Jays a 2.5 - 3 WAR season if playing on a regular basis?
  24. jaysblue
    Yeah and that's even if they traded for Rooker haha. Still a lot needs to be done and a lot of things need to go right in order to get this team back to an 88-90 win team. Pederson or a similar profile bat won't be too difficult to add. The Jays FO cannot fail again this offseason. Chapman likely will cost more money given his resurgence with the Giants and Burnes for sure gets a huge contract. When is Bieber expected back? He likely can be signed on a 1-2 year deal, maybe with an opt out. Trade route for 3B is likely the best bet - or you just platoon Clement/Barger.
  25. jaysblue
    Just listed some possible 3B trade candidates. Still has a 2.1 WAR season thus far and likely will finish between 2.5 and 3 WAR. Offensively he isn't anything special but he's a bat who could give you .240 with 20-25 HR and 70-80 RBI, along with close to 3 WAR. Having him bat at the bottom of the order like 7th is fine. His deal includes a conditional opt-out after 2025 and 2026 and $11.7M AAV isn't that bad. We also saw glimpses of his potential earlier this season. Not sure he can be consistent enough to put it together over a full season, but that's fine. If he's hitting at the bottom of the lineup, who cares. Pretty much would be similar to IKF, but even IKF this season has been producing better than his career averages. Can IKF keep up a 116 wRC+ for an entire year or post up a 3 WAR season consistently? He likely regresses back to being a 80 wRC+ and 1.5/2 WAR guy. McMahon at least can hit 20-25 HR and has some more potential offensively IMO.
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