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I am 99% sure Giminez is penciled-in at SS now, or 2026. I wonder what the Jays could get for Bichette?

Holy, now that you've said that he really does. Nice!

That would dwarf the Trout/Ohtani at bat, which I thought was incredible.

The Darvish thing was really hard to swallow. I almost wanted to quit liking baseball at that point. With Ohtani, I thought here we are again...I left work early to go home and follow the frenzy, only to be punched in the gut. Being a fan really sucks sometimes.

Not "huh?", more "meh". Sorry.

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I don't know about ironic. I remember being more pumped by the Martin signing, mostly because he is Canadian, but both were meh+ for me. As a contrast, when I found out Fernandez and McGriff were traded, as I was driving on the highway, I pulled over and just sat slack-jawed beside the highway for 10 minutes. When the jays traded for Dickie and all the Miami Marlins I was pretty pumped. Springer and Martin, for me anyway, elicited a "huh" response.

That is a very good comparable.

PED suspensions are never awesome, but his was so ill timed. We could all have such a better idea who this guy is at this point. I actually have to remind myself to think of Orelvis.

I actually think the FO will splurge this off-season. Flex its financial might. It wants bums in the seats to to capitalize on all the renovations, and what could be the last year for Vladdy and Bichette.

That Rendon deal is so shockingly bad. I think about it often. I don't think the front office is betting on much out of Springer to be honest. What do you think happens with Bo? I honestly have no idea what to expect or think. At the chagrin of many, I try to extend him. I extend both Vladdy and Bo, and sign a Bregman. Then I hope that a lot of the other mix-and-match players can provide ~ 2 fWAR to plug in all the other gaps. I consider re-signing Jansen and Kikuchi, too. I think that salary could still work, but it's a lot.

I think we all knew the last couple of years of this contract would suck. But, I honestly think his okay arm and offense will still be a good fit in LF. I think he has a good year. Not to mention the "veteran presence" that so many discount. Honestly, if we rebuild the bullpen, extend Vladdy and sign Bregman, we have a fighting chance. How many wins gets a WC spot, 85? I have no idea what happens to Bo.

Wrong. The season was over long ago, this is an assessment situation, not unlike ST. Wins don't matter. In fact, losses actually help the team draft higher. Also, Springer will not retire. I suspect he will report to camp in great shape and then put up a 2.5 fWAR campaign. That's okay. I think he helps the team sign Bregman, which they absolutely should.

It's pitch #10 on his little pitch thingee

I don't get it, he's a FA in 2025 if I read this correctly. What's the point?

That just means we're due. Francis emerging is such a nice surprise. Certainly a strong candidate for one of the starting 5 SPs next season. If they sign one more okay vet, who can start and provide innings in middle relief when needed, they can start focusing resources on everything else.

I hope they make a run at Kikuchi, tbh. I don't know what a 3-year deal looks like, but I make that phone call.

No, you were right on brand with your typical, add nothing to the conversation, posts. But I mean, it's not your fault. You truly have no insight.

Another quality post, mate. You are like the Donald Trump of posters.

Here is my rationale... Background Check: Javier Báez, affectionately known as “El Mago,” has had a career full of twists and turns. From his magical moments with the Chicago Cubs to his recent stint with the Detroit Tigers, he’s been both a wizard with the glove and a lightning bolt at the plate. But what happened in Detroit? And why should the Blue Jays consider him? Analyzing Báez’s Performance Offensive Upside: Báez’s offensive profile is like a rollercoaster ride. He’s had MVP-caliber seasons (remember 2018?), but he’s also faced slumps (hello, 2020). His swing-and-miss tendencies are real, but he’s shown improved plate discipline at times. In 2023 with the Tigers, he played in 136 games, hitting .222/.267/.325 with 18 doubles, four triples, and nine home runs. Not exactly eye-popping, but let’s not forget his ceiling. Defensive Versatility: Báez has been an elite defender at shortstop for years. But here’s the twist: He also owns positive defensive metrics at second base. In 2,141 career innings at second, he’s been solid in both UZR (Ultimate Zone Rating) and DRS (Defensive Runs Saved). He’s even dabbled at third base, with 65 games of starting experience. His arm strength and agility make him intriguing there. Super-Utility Potential: Imagine a Báez who toggles between second base and third base. He’d spell Bo Bichette at shortstop occasionally, or maybe replace him if traded. Offensive Ceiling: When Báez is on, he’s electric. His power potential and ability to drive in runs could inject life into the Jays’ lineup. Defensive Wizardry: Whether at second or third, Báez’s glove work is gold. He’s a human highlight reel waiting to happen. The Calculated Risk Contract: Báez signed a six-year, $140 million deal with the Tigers in 2021. The Tigers would pay 50-75% of this for shizzle. Price Tag: The Jays have already committed significant funds this offseason. Can they afford another splash? In this scenario, Baez costs way less than Bichette, and we get a ton of prospects for Bichette, also. Conclusion: Low Risk, High Reward? Báez could be the missing puzzle piece for the Jays. His versatility, defensive prowess, and offensive potential make him a tantalizing trade target. If the Jays can unlock his magic, they’ll have a dynamic player who can impact games in multiple ways.

My rationale is in the original post, mate. Reading is your friend.

Your response continues your general trend of post quality.

Your posts continue to have as much nutritional value as a candy wrapper, mate.

Javier Báez is weird. He had some pretty great seasons before Detroit, but now... What happened there do you think? If Bo does get traded, and the Tigers ate a lot of his salary, would Javier Báez be an interesting trade target?

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