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Re: MLB offseason moves
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01/02/19 05:25 PM
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Yeah but the pitchers market is kinda thin now. I wouldn't have minded getting Keuchel but he wants a 5 year deal and if Houston is passing on him, that speaks volumes to me. I understand we probably need Machado more because of Didi being out and our outfield is set, but part of me is saying to go after Harper more between the 2 of them. His swing and the fact he's a lefty I think could be more beneficial. Machado's just another right handed hitter to add to a heavily right handed hitting lineup. As long as they hit, I don’t care what side they’re hitting from lol. But I understand your reasoning. I think both players fit in really well for different reasons. The pitching FA market is thin, but they could always try to make a trade for someone big. Would probably have to be a three way trade to get a really big fish like Kluber. Contrary to what people believe though, the Yankees hitting was really underwhelming as a whole and I believe their lack of production outside of the long ball and with runners in scoring position was their downfall. Starting pitching was bad in the ALDS(outside of Tanaka), but the bullpen was great. The offense did not put any pressure on them with their lackadaisical attitude and at bats. Against pitchers that were very hittable as well. It looked like they did not want it bad enough throughout the whole year. I absolutely agree with you. The problem in the playoffs against Boston was their dug themselves in to too big of a hole that they could never get themselves out of. That and they also didn't get the big hit time and again to either tie the game or put them up. Stanton was in that position a couple of times and choked. It's frustrating not only to lose to Boston, but when you know they could have beat them as well.
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Re: MLB offseason moves
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01/04/19 03:27 PM
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I think Judge swings the way he does due to launch angles. Those seem to be the latest craze now in the game. But like you, yes, I'd like to see him cut down on his strikeout totals as well. I don't want him to be a feast or famine kinda hitter. As for Stanton, I'm willing to forgive last year. It was his first in New York with a new league, new pitchers, new expectations, etc. However, this year, he needs to at least improve from his 2018 numbers. As with Judge, cut down on the strikeouts. Also, Stanton still has a full no-trade clause so even if the Yankees wanted to trade him, it's not that simple.
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Re: MLB offseason moves
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Exactly. Stanton let us down but I really do expect him to prove himself. He'll produce, trust me. People don't realize just how hard it is for a hitter to switch leagues, it's like you're a rookie again no joke. He's a true 300/30/100 any day of the week. I expect him to be much better this year if he stays healthy and y'all know I'm not a Yankees fan, even though Mickey Mantle is my favorite player. I hope you’re right. Definitely reassuring that you’re a big believer in him lol. I am too.
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Re: MLB offseason moves
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Agreed. He’s a big key to our rotation really being something special. If Paxton can stay healthy as well as Tanaka, I think we could have one of the better rotations in the league. Still think we need one more solid starter. If they can go out and get Kluber or maybe surprise us with a top of the line starter under the radar in the trade market, that would be huge. I agree if everyone stays healthy, the Yankees have one of the better rotations in the league; however, the only problem with that is the "if." I wasn't a huge fan of the Paxton trade when they made it, precisely because the guy threw a career high last year and it was only 160 1/3 innings. Plus, Tanaka might be on the shelf for a period of time which he seems to have done a few times the last few seasons (thankfully nothing major). I honestly wish they would have been able to pry Kluber or one of the other pitchers the Indians were rumored to be parting with. Kluber's an absolute stud, remains healthy, is a Cy Young contender year in and year out. He would have been a big boost for us. In other news, Britton resigns with the Yankees for 3 years and $39 million. Glad to see them do something with the bullpen after passing over Andrew Miller and letting David Robertson depart for Philly.
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Re: MLB offseason moves
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This is good news for all Yankee fans who want Machado or Harper. Most likely Machado. I was shocked at that offer personally. I'm hoping. Even if he has to take less (maybe 6 years at $150), maybe it would sway him enough to sign with New York rather than Chicago? But who know's what Philly is offering? I still think he's going there because I've heard Philly wants him more than Harper and I believe Philly is going to get at least 1 of them. And yes, DJ is going to move around the infield.
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Re: MLB offseason moves
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01/19/19 06:55 PM
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Like the Ottavino signing. And this is off topic, but has anyone seen Judge’s home and road splits? Why do you think there’s such a drastic difference? You would think he’s playing in Coors Field if you look at them lol. But it does concern me a little bit. Yeah his numbers are considerably better at home. Thankfully he plays 81 games there but I agree, his road numbers need to improve as well. We’re on the same page
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Re: MLB offseason moves
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01/20/19 05:52 PM
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How does everyone feel about the Arenado rumors? I don’t buy them at all. Honestly, I wouldn't mind waiting for him next offseason, as long as they get him. They're both 4 time All-Stars, whereas Manny's won 2 Gold Gloves and a Platinum Glove. Arenado meanwhile is a 6 time Gold Glove winner, 2 time Platinum Glove winner and a 4 time Silver Slugger. Offensively, they're pretty neck and neck. Machado for his career has a WAR of 33.8, 3,720 ABs, 522 runs, 1050 hits, .282 AVG, 175 HR, 513 RBI, 53 SB, .335 OBP, .487 SLG, .822 OPS. Arendao: WAR of 33.1, 3348 ABs (fewer), 524 runs (more), 975 hits (fewer), .291 AVG (higher), 186 HR (higher), 616 RBI (higher), 13 SB (fewer), .346 OBP (higher), .539 SLG (higher), .886 OPS (higher). So basically Arenado is a better defender and as good, if not better hitter without the "I'm not Johnny Hustle" comments. And they're only a year apart in age: Manny's 26 and Nolan's 27. https://www.baseball-reference.com/...ml&bottom=/players/c/cabremi01.shtml
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Re: MLB offseason moves
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01/21/19 01:37 PM
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Basketball I don't mind too much, but yes, MLB gets the leftovers except during the summer when they're no other sports going on. Also, a trade between the Reds and Yankees might be going through for Sonny Gray. Cincinnati is engaged with Gray about a contract extension (since he'll be a free agent after the 2019 season). If it goes through, it looks like the Yankees might receive prospect second baseman Shed Long and the Reds 2019 competitive balance pick, which is a sandwich-round selection currently slotted in at No. 36 overall. If the deal falls through, the Yankees will look elsewhere since they had offers from multiple teams they’d have accepted for Gray as of last Friday, so if talks with the Reds don’t pan out, those proposals could once again come into play
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Re: MLB offseason moves
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01/22/19 02:50 PM
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How does everyone feel about the Arenado rumors? I don’t buy them at all. What's the rumors? The Rockies will pony up on this one, if he leaves (or more like they let him leave) they wouldn't sell 150 tickets a game. If Colorado is unsuccessful in extending him this season, they could trade him at the deadline. That way they at least get something for him and they can always sign him as a free agent. If Harper doesn't resign in D.C. the front office should be fired. They'll have let him leave without getting ANYTHING in return for him. At least Baltimore smartened up and traded Machado to L.A. before the deadline.
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Re: MLB offseason moves
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Football is officially over. Now let’s see if ESPN focuses on baseball with 2 huge free agents still out there Don't bet on it. I put on SportsCenter this morning and the first half hour was nothing but football. I turned it off after that. Then when it comes time for the draft and the stupid combine, they'll find a way to devote more time to that as well. I can't believe Harper nor Machado haven't signed yet. Crazy That makes 2 of us. Can't believe they're still unsigned and pitchers and catchers report next week.
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Re: MLB offseason moves
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Re: MLB offseason moves
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What are we going to do for starting pitching though? Idk how confident I am in the rotation as it stands. I’m not sure about Arenado, because if they weren’t willing to pay Machado anything close to 300, then I’d be shocked if they decided to pay Arenado that. I’d love to see it, but with this front office it’s just hard to say. Pitching and hitting for average and with runners on were really our biggest problems. In the postseason I think it was more the latter than the former but both hurt. As well as just not wanting to win. No heart shown by the yanks lineup outside of Judge and Didi. Pitching's gonna have to come down to a trade as their isn't much on the market (even with Keuchel still out there). Still surprised by him too and I haven't heard him connected to anyone save Houston. I'd still keep an eye out on Michael Fullmer from Detroit if he can bounce back. Forget the Mets as I'm sure the new GM isn't gonna trade deGrom (who they're trying to sign long-term) or Syndergaard across town. Honestly, I'd love to see some of the kids in the minor leagues step up this year after a taste of the bigs last: Loaisiga, Adams, German, etc. I just hope trading Justus Sheffield doesn't come back to bite us! I think we're both on the same page in terms of the Yankees offseason pitching additions: looks good on paper, but let's see them in action and see if they can stay healthy. Plus, we'll get Montgomery back in the summer but then again, you can't rush him.
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Re: MLB offseason moves
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What are we going to do for starting pitching though? Idk how confident I am in the rotation as it stands. I’m not sure about Arenado, because if they weren’t willing to pay Machado anything close to 300, then I’d be shocked if they decided to pay Arenado that. I’d love to see it, but with this front office it’s just hard to say. Pitching and hitting for average and with runners on were really our biggest problems. In the postseason I think it was more the latter than the former but both hurt. As well as just not wanting to win. No heart shown by the yanks lineup outside of Judge and Didi. Pitching's gonna have to come down to a trade as their isn't much on the market (even with Keuchel still out there). Still surprised by him too and I haven't heard him connected to anyone save Houston. I'd still keep an eye out on Michael Fullmer from Detroit if he can bounce back. Forget the Mets as I'm sure the new GM isn't gonna trade deGrom (who they're trying to sign long-term) or Syndergaard across town. Honestly, I'd love to see some of the kids in the minor leagues step up this year after a taste of the bigs last: Loaisiga, Adams, German, etc. I just hope trading Justus Sheffield doesn't come back to bite us! I think we're both on the same page in terms of the Yankees offseason pitching additions: looks good on paper, but let's see them in action and see if they can stay healthy. Plus, we'll get Montgomery back in the summer but then again, you can't rush him. I liked Sheffield and was surprised they gave him up for Paxton. If it was for Kluber then I could’ve understood more. Likenive been saying, I just want to see better starting pitching and a better approach up there at the plate. All the talent is there. It’s about wanting it and showing it as well now.
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Re: MLB offseason moves
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Who do you think will step up out of the young pitchers? We have not had a dominant home grown starting pitcher in a very long time. Severino is the first I’ve seen in a while but he needs to be more consistent. You looking to go to any games this year? Exactly, the Yankees for whatever reason can never develop good starting pitching. Prior to Severino I think the last good one was probably Pettitte. As for who I think could step up, I'm hoping either Loaisiga or German. German's got strike out stuff, but gives up too many runs. Loaisiga did pretty well for a kid called up from Double A to assist. Chance Adams I've never been high on. I remember back in 2016 or 2017 he won a lot of games at Triple A but hasn't done anything since. Also, don't sleep on King who we got from Miami (he must have come over in the Stanton trade). His numbers are impressive. I don't live in New York anymore so I only get to see the Yankees live when they come through once a year but I try to go to all of the games in town. This season I thought it was originally only 3 games but now it might be 4. How about yourself?
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Re: MLB offseason moves
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