poppysox

2 starters are needed if we are going to contend.

This is the way to go. Nostalgia doesn't win pennants.

We need to see a lot more of "this" Lopez.

If Ricky played Sanchez over Madrigal I would join the lynch mob on this site.

The last two games have been enjoyable to watch...since we were the ones doing the mashing.

Replace Nova with Bumgarner and I'll be satisfied. Replace Nova with Cole and I'm ecstatic. The nice thing is... we can afford to go first class.

Collins has improved both offensively and defensively before our eyes. Hanging around McCann has/will help him develop as would some hang time with Grandal.

Great year by the players we care about. The FO is probably very satisfied with how the rebuild is progressing.

Ya think?

That lineup might score a few runs.

Always is a very long time.

A small sample of things to come.

Timmy looks to be dead serious about winning the batting title. Four hits when the race is heating up tells me Timmy has no intention of spitting the bit.

Wouldn't this be nice to turn Herrera into someone who can contribute.

Congratulations on the great job you are obviously doing raising your kids.?

Amen.

I prefer what Grandal brings to the overall club.

That would be nice but certainly rare.

We all want the best player available at every position. When dealing with budgets someone is usually disappointed. Because there are a shortage of can't miss right field options ...it might be the best place to tread water if the best starters are available if we splurge. I have said repeatedly that I want 2 quality starters, Grandal, a right fielder and 2 or 3 quality relief arms. If we have the money then of course get it all. If RH has to skimp...my preference would be skimp in RF rather than starting pitchers.

I admire your courage for suggesting what some here will call a ridiculous idea. Actually... if the FO made that move in order to afford Cole & Strasburg or Wheeler...I would welcome the move. We have a budget that only the FO knows what it is. Need to maximize what we get for the money.

Just don't get played. Make your offer...they want a few days to think it over...sure. Give them 5 days to take it...move on. An agent should know what he wants for his client and RH should know what the club is willing to pay. Can't afford to lose Wheeler or Strasburg because Cole is fooling around.

I think you are on to something here. Make the best offer...get the player. Yes...I like it.

Agreed.

That is why we need to sign two starters this offseason. Between Lopez inconsistency and Kopech an unknown quantity...need to be sure of quality arms being available until we are firing on all cylinders.

I was delighted to see Ricky show some life in this regard. Even parents who love you let you know when they are disappointed in your effort.