poppysox

If we miss on Wheeler we could shoot for the first tier guys.?

I wasn't suggesting we make that trade. Just gave a name in answer to a question.

You and me both. Over 7 million salary but very good. Good/great ERA and thirty something saves.

Those are some serious miscues for a boy genius. Should make RH feel a little better.

One more premium FA signing before the Winter Meetings would make us look very desirable to those who are kicking our tires next week.

That is probably right but it won't be an easy sale unless it's for cheap.

Shoulder surgery will keep him out of the 2020 season. Good type of guy but wrong circumstances.

We will see how good Boras is when his client ain't so hot.

Colome would net you Pederson without a doubt IMO.

It's best we found out now.

If true...good to see the FO do something proactively.

Makes me think there is more to the story.

"Ya gotta know when to hold em...and when to fold em" Our job is to get our targets at the fair market price. Sometimes you have to walk away if the other guys get stupid. I don't really see that happening in this case. If we really offer 100-110 for 5 years I think we win. Someone who wants him for 125 and 6 years can have him IMO.

I agree with Ken & Jon.

Teams aren't letting the grass grow under their feet this year. Their have already been a handful of meaningful signings.

Agreed. Trades are for teams without money except in unique situations (perhaps our RF).

I like this move. Shore up the hardest position on the field.

Works for me.

Best in the business is obviously subjective. I tend to be pro White Sox.

Hahn is the best in the business at this sort of thing.

Engel platooned with Hunter Pence would interest me.

Say what you want...JR is loyal to his employees.

Where have I heard that before?

Agreed.

Sign them both and you are really well covered.?