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I really don't mind the trade. It's not a great addition, but the guy has a chance to hit a lot of HRs in a hitter-friendly park. He's controlled through the next two years, but if he's no good in 2020, the Sox can non-tender him. This move, however, makes more sense if they're going to spend on pitching. There are still a few "tier 2" guys out there and plenty of inning eating guys. Only time will tell now.

Depending on what the Sox send, I wouldn’t mind this.

Some action finally with Gregorius and Cozart. Maybe some more moves will be happening this evening.

High end of expectations - David Price and Andrew Benintendi Low end of expectations - Dallas Keuchel

Maybe, but I don't doubt the Sox are talking about several of Boras' clients.

Yeah, the article was a pretty shitty take on what Hahn said. He was stressing that the Sox don't need to rush to make a move right now when there's plenty of off season ahead. I think the Sox learned, however, from last year's missteps. We as fans want to see action. They've been active, and money-wise should have signed Wheeler. It's funny because had Wheeler decided to take the money and play here, we'd all be feeling a lot different, and we'd only be talking about filling a gap in RF. There still are plenty of options both via signing and trades. They're going to make more moves, and hopefully those moves improve the team as much as want them so.

So Cole should be getting a similar contract?

This is why I think there's something to these rumors.

$20M over 3 years for Pollock could be worth the risk. If he stayed healthy, he'd be worth it. Big if, though.

What would it take to acquire Snell?

Outfield is another gap the Sox need to fill. Just because they’re “focused on pitching” doesn’t mean they’re not looking to sign an outfielder, too. And if the deal is already done, they can be focused on pitching. Not saying I think the rumor is true, but Heyman’s logic doesn’t make sense.

For the right money, this could be a good move if true.

Not saying there’s truth to the rumor, but Bruce Levine saying it’s not true doesn’t mean shit after his ridiculousness last off season.

How much consideration goes into the likelihood of at least having a better shot of having Betts on the team beyond 2020 when looking at a trade? Would the White Sox have a better shot at signing Betts if he plays here in 2020? Would the Sox even consider paying him what he's going to get paid ($30M+ a year)? If not, does it make sense to trade for him for one year?

I know there's interest; I'm just surprised there haven't been more rumors. That being said, the Grandal signing came out of nowhere.

Has there been any speculation/rumors around these guys? Aside from an article a while back, I haven't seen anything about Ozuna. I'd have to think the Sox are interested in Castellanos; it's just odd we haven't really heard anything.

This is probably the only weekend of the year when I look forward to Monday.

Hamels got $18M. Granted it's for one year, but that's a lot of money. The Sox just offered $25M a year for Wheeler. Bumgarner will end up getting $20M+ a year. Ryu will get $20M+ a year. Imagine how much it'll cost to keep Giolito in a few years.

I don't know why I thought Bumgarner was older than 30. What's the biggest concern over signing him? I'm not being an ass, I'm curious.

Sign Bumgarner and Puig and have them team up with Anderson for the All Attitude Team.

Hey, we resemble that remark.

Rumors and tidbits similar to the Manny chase last season. The latest news about the Phillies is concerning, but as others have said it could be a plant from Wheeler's camp trying to get the Sox to up their offer. I just hope it's over soon.

I didn't see a topic started on this already. If there has been, please feel free to delete/merge. The Sox have decisions on five players today: Colome, McCann, Leury, Marshall, and Rodon. Any chance the Sox decide to move on without any of these guys? The only one I could see being non-tendered is Marshall. Colome, although making a lot of money, should be a solid as the closer/late inning guy. McCann and Leury are no-brainers. Rodon, depending on when he'll be back, should be worth what he'll get, Thoughts?

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But can he crotch bump as effectively as Ross?