I think most of our holes can be addressed through FA without too much risk. I think you're right, we don't need to trade from our strengths to fill our needs reasonably this offseason. Now is the time spend a bit.
Agreed. No need to overthink it. Sign a Platoon bat to pair with upton in left. Sign a rf ( Desmond/fielder) , sign a dh ( Beltran/morales) or rotate guys through the position between tulo, Martin, travis), sign a rf.
We bring back an awesomely consistent starting staff, our 7 8 9 bullpen as well as some other bullpen arms. Cecil and Benoit or replacements could be had.
I expect the payroll to be 170m and we'll be at about 120m after Arby.