Orlando 1,417 Posted January 12 We desperately need some fresh conversation. Merkin said the Sox will be in attendance at Kluber’s showcase this week. What are everyone’s thoughts? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
southsideirish71 844 Posted January 12 3 minutes ago, Orlando said: We desperately need some fresh conversation. Merkin said the Sox will be in attendance at Kluber’s showcase this week. What are everyone’s thoughts? Well as long as he doesnt want a lot of money. He sounds like our kind of pick up. A fixer upper. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maloney.adam 364 Posted January 12 (edited) 7 minutes ago, Orlando said: We desperately need some fresh conversation. Merkin said the Sox will be in attendance at Kluber’s showcase this week. What are everyone’s thoughts? I like it a lot if he’s healthy. A veteran presence in the rotation. Someone that has a lot of experience and has pitched in the World Series before. Edited January 12 by maloney.adam Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EloyJenkins 833 Posted January 12 14 teams will be in attendance. If he looks good he is getting at least 5-7 mil plus incentives Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ptatc 1,544 Posted January 12 20 minutes ago, maloney.adam said: I like it a lot if he’s healthy. A veteran presence in the rotation. Someone that has a lot of experience and has pitched in the World Series before. Similar to Lance Lynn who they already acquired. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maloney.adam 364 Posted January 12 (edited) 3 minutes ago, ptatc said: Similar to Lance Lynn who they already acquired. True. Do you think they should trade for someone instead? Edited January 12 by maloney.adam Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ptatc 1,544 Posted January 12 Just now, maloney.adam said: True. Do you think they should trade for someone? No. I wouldn't use the prospects they need to sustain a competitive window. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maloney.adam 364 Posted January 12 (edited) 6 minutes ago, ptatc said: No. I wouldn't use the prospects they need to sustain a competitive window. I agree. There were reports saying he would be interested in playing out East but things can change and he obviously know the AL Central well. Edited January 12 by maloney.adam Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sleepy Harold 810 Posted January 12 Assuming health checks out, Kluber could be a great option for a short-term spot in the rotation. I'd be all for it. 1 year + incentives and maybe an option? Giddy up. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SoxBlanco 867 Posted January 12 Sign me up. He had a 0.00 ERA last year. I can't imagine too many pitchers were better than that. Although the 9.0 BB/9 were a little high, so hopefully he can fix those control issues. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maloney.adam 364 Posted January 12 (edited) Edited January 12 by maloney.adam Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buehrle>Wood 632 Posted January 12 29 minutes ago, EloyJenkins said: 14 teams will be in attendance. If he looks good he is getting at least 5-7 mil plus incentives Hes going to look good or else he wouldn't be having a throw day Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CWSpalehoseCWS 622 Posted January 12 I'd be mad if the Sox didn't have a guy there. Don't exhaust any option. I'm not sure how confident I am in him being a legitimate option for the season, but it doesn't hurt to look. His age should make him lean towards contenders too, which puts the Sox in a good spot should they want to go in that direction. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manbearpuig 1,457 Posted January 12 21 minutes ago, CWSpalehoseCWS said: I'd be mad if the Sox didn't have a guy there. Don't exhaust any option. I'm not sure how confident I am in him being a legitimate option for the season, but it doesn't hurt to look. His age should make him lean towards contenders too, which puts the Sox in a good spot should they want to go in that direction. Honestly, every team should have a guy there. Would be good for a rebuilding team to deal at deadline or with competitor from day 1. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chisoxfn 763 Posted January 12 I'm not mad if they take a flyer on Kluber and/or Richards. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
poppysox 1,445 Posted January 12 12 hours ago, Sleepy Harold said: Assuming health checks out, Kluber could be a great option for a short-term spot in the rotation. I'd be all for it. 1 year + incentives and maybe an option? Giddy up. With the bullpen we now have...a #5 who can give us 5 reasonable innings is great. Gives the young guys time to find themselves working with Katz. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manbearpuig 1,457 Posted January 12 42 minutes ago, aeichhor said: As I said yesterday, every team should have someone there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squirmin' for Yermin 789 Posted January 12 (edited) Kluber is honestly my pipe dream. Seems to be the PERFECT guy to bring in. Crazy high ceiling is what I'd prefer. I also assume is floor is fine, assuming health (big Q) Edited January 12 by Squirmin' for Yermin 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zisk 176 Posted January 12 Either Kluber or Paxton, which ever is healthier. It's reasonable to think World Series now. Don't lose the one you want over a small amount of money. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SoxBlanco 867 Posted January 12 3 hours ago, Squirmin' for Yermin said: Kluber is honestly my pipe dream. Seems to be the PERFECT guy to bring in. Crazy high ceiling is what I'd prefer. I also assume is floor is fine, assuming health (big Q) I’m with you. And with Kopech joining us later, we have a built in security blanket if Kluber isn’t healthy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kyyle23 2,653 Posted January 13 @ptatc what is the prognosis for a pitcher who had a torn teres major muscle? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ptatc 1,544 Posted January 13 5 minutes ago, Kyyle23 said: @ptatc what is the prognosis for a pitcher who had a torn teres major muscle? It's an odd injury as it purpose is to help the latissimus does. I refer to it as the "little lat". It really does do much on its own. The prognosis for a pitcher is pretty good. He really should have much functional issues only strength. It will be interesting to see his velocity. That will be the determining factor. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fathom 5,745 Posted January 13 14 minutes ago, ptatc said: It's an odd injury as it purpose is to help the latissimus does. I refer to it as the "little lat". It really does do much on its own. The prognosis for a pitcher is pretty good. He really should have much functional issues only strength. It will be interesting to see his velocity. That will be the determining factor. Below 90 at this point Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ptatc 1,544 Posted January 13 (edited) 2 minutes ago, fathom said: Below 90 at this point Was that same as before the injury? Edited January 13 by ptatc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
