ChiSox59 Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 QUOTE (bmags @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 01:15 PM) I don't think it means that at all. Teams need two catchers. Castillo would not be blocking Flowers, they could easily both be on team together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GenericUserName Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 How does this signing work with the 40 man roster? Are we at 40 now pending non-tendered guys? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flavum Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 QUOTE (GenericUserName @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 01:30 PM) How does this signing work with the 40 man roster? Are we at 40 now pending non-tendered guys? Yes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Sacamano Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 QUOTE (GenericUserName @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 01:30 PM) How does this signing work with the 40 man roster? Are we at 40 now pending non-tendered guys? He would be added to the 40-man after the deal is official (after physical?). We'll definitely cut a few people by the end of the day I would think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chw42 Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 I like the signing. Very good bat. OK at framing and defense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmags Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 QUOTE (GenericUserName @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 01:30 PM) How does this signing work with the 40 man roster? Are we at 40 now pending non-tendered guys? This is one of the benefits to not having all of your prospects on the 40, we can cut one of the people we were shocked by leaving on and expose them to waivers without caring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Sacamano Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 QUOTE (bmags @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 01:37 PM) This is one of the benefits to not having all of your prospects on the 40, we can cut one of the people we were shocked by leaving on and expose them to waivers without caring. We could have fit some of the others on since some will be non-tendered today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zisk Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 QUOTE (chw42 @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 01:36 PM) I like the signing. Very good bat. OK at framing and defense. Now go sign Carlos Gonzalez. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmags Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 QUOTE (soxfan2014 @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 01:38 PM) We could have fit some of the others on since some will be non-tendered today. But again, some of those spots may be filled by people that are actually going to be a part of the active roster next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Sacamano Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 (edited) QUOTE (bmags @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 01:42 PM) But again, some of those spots may be filled by people that are actually going to be a part of the active roster next year. I still don't like potentially losing some in the Rule 5 draft. We're only talking about the guys who are eligible to be taken, not all prospects. Edited December 1, 2017 by soxfan2014 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boopa1219 Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 QUOTE (ChiSoxJon @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 12:25 PM) Can't hurt, just wonder if he is flipped at deadline or here to win in '19 and beyond I believe that Collins will be here in 2019. You can have him split starts at C with Castillo and play him at 1B and DH on other days so you can have him in the lineup regularly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 QUOTE (soxfan2014 @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 01:32 PM) He would be added to the 40-man after the deal is official (after physical?). We'll definitely cut a few people by the end of the day I would think. Yep, if it wasn't certain in my mind that Putnam was gone, it is now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lasttriptotulsa Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 QUOTE (Joshua Strong @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 01:44 PM) I believe that Collins will be here in 2019. You can have him split starts at C with Castillo and play him at 1B and DH on other days so you can have him in the lineup regularly. Definitely doesn't hurt that Castillo hits right handed and Collins left handed. Castillo murders lefties, Collins struggles against them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Sacamano Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 (edited) QUOTE (lasttriptotulsa @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 01:48 PM) Definitely doesn't hurt that Castillo hits right handed and Collins left handed. Castillo murders lefties, Collins struggles against them. Yeah and if its going to be one area you're gonna have a platoon, I think catcher's spot would be ideal since catchers sit more regularly anyway. Definitely a big fan of having different handedness behind the plate. Edited December 1, 2017 by soxfan2014 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chitownsportsfan Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 Cool, reasonable deal, reasonable player and will certainly help the young staff. The team option is a nice little cherry on top. Gives the Sox a lot of options come 2020. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChiSox59 Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 QUOTE (soxfan2014 @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 01:38 PM) We could have fit some of the others on since some will be non-tendered today. yes...still think it was a curious move not protecting Peter and Guerrero, and Polo to a lesser degree. Pretty sure Alburquerque will be non tendered today, and Hanson and May would have been easy cuts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Sacamano Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 QUOTE (ChiSox59 @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 01:54 PM) yes...still think it was a curious move not protecting Peter and Guerrero, and Polo to a lesser degree. Pretty sure Alburquerque will be non tendered today, and Hanson and May would have been easy cuts. Yeah there was and still is plenty of bait to cut. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmags Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 QUOTE (chitownsportsfan @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 01:52 PM) Cool, reasonable deal, reasonable player and will certainly help the young staff. The team option is a nice little cherry on top. Gives the Sox a lot of options come 2020. Esp considering last two years and available catchers, Castro went for 3 for 24 mill, nearly same deal. Considering Castillos defensive improvements I'd much rather have that same contract with Castillo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boopa1219 Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 I really like this move for the Sox. I really wanted them to sign Jason Castro last year for his pitch framing abilities, I thought that would be an asset to a rebuilding team with young arms. They seemed to have gotten that guy in Castillo, who has really improved in that department and is a good upgrade offensively over both Smith and Navarez. I think the tandem of Castillo and Navarez could be something that's pretty solid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Jimmy0 Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 QUOTE (lasttriptotulsa @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 01:48 PM) Definitely doesn't hurt that Castillo hits right handed and Collins left handed. Castillo murders lefties, Collins struggles against them. Last year vs LHP for Welington Castillo: .937 OPS, 147 wRC+, .393 wOBA. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Sacamano Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 But how does greg feel about this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanne Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 Wow...great signing! MLB article states that Renteria was a big reason he decided to come here also. Castillo has hit double-digit home runs in four straight seasons, averaging more than 16 a year since 2014, and said playing for Renteria was something that drew him to signing with the White Sox. "It means a lot for me to play for him again," Castillo said. "I've worked with him. He's a great human being and a great manager. He's a player's manager. I'm excited to have the opportunity to play for him. I'm going to do everything I can to help this team win." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirmin' for Yermin Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 QUOTE (Wanne @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 03:03 PM) Wow...great signing! MLB article states that Renteria was a big reason he decided to come here also. good to hear about Renteria Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hi8is Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 QUOTE (soxfan2014 @ Dec 1, 2017 -> 12:19 PM) But how does greg feel about this? It's only been a day since I've interacted with GreggyPoo and I miss em already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 I am a fan of the fact that this basically forces them to not rush collins. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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