He is looking more and more as a BP arm even when healthy . I think both he and McGowan because of their diabetes are better suited to the Bullpen. Sure he has huge upside but how long can a GM continue to plan a winning roster not knowing whether a key rotation guy will give you 5 starts or 20 . Odds are he isn't going 33 .
I also look at dollars . What will the budget be next year with a projected 85 cent dollar and less gate money. Add to that Rogers obvious fixation on other sports and this budget may be in the 95 to 100 mil range .