Think you're talking about Kluber there. It's a similar situation. I probably should have stayed out of their back and forth since I wanted any pitcher (including Paxton) that would have bumped Roark out of the rotation.
We gambled on Yates who failed his physical and it wouldn't surprise me that Paxton was in the same boat after only signing for 1/8.5.
Ya listened to an interview of his and how he would have loved to play for the Jays but no offer was made. Hopefully this is nothing and he can stay healthy for the year. Gotta support the few Canadians there are.
Did it make sense that we're trotting Roark out there? Most wanted another pitcher to take him out of the rotation. Didn't have to be only Paxton for me. Anyone would have done lol.
Now we'll tank another 2 starts or so of his useless ass until we trade for a real pitcher.
You could be right. I'd prefer to have Ryu have as many starts as possible throughout the season than to skip him for matchup purposes all year. It could result in like 2/3 less starts overall.
I believe Ryu said himself that he's better with more rest. And I agree man, I'd love to avoid Roark on this team. I spent all offseason hoping we'd sign anyone to replace him but that price tag was too much.