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QUOTE (caulfield12 @ Jun 2, 2016 -> 03:22 PM) There's one compelling argument for Coats and even Hayes. It's if that you do survive and gauntlet of aggressive promotion through our system, you'll be rewarded with an opportunity. We saw that happen with the prolifically slugging 1B that most scouts had pegged as a AAAA player and the fans were clamoring for him to play in Chicago for some time...that one went to the scouts. The organization's to the point where they need at least one of Saladino and Anderson to be regular players, hopefully both if Tyler's bat can hold up over time. Sands might be the "veteran journeyman" like Shuck that Ventura feels more comfortable with, however. At some point, they need to try something else (DH-wise), and that's probably going to come before the July 4th holidays when the trade market starts to really take form. And, if nothing else, those players like a Kahnle get a sense of the increased pace and skill level of the game at the highest level, and can use their successes and more often failures as motivation to get back there. Same with Purke if he loses out in the numbers game. I think there is a second very compelling argument for both players. You already have them and they cost you nothing in terms of prospects or cash. It depends on our organizations evaluation of them I guess. I hope the front office is not like many fans who see that bright green player/prospect on another team over our own. Sometimes that green on the other side of the fence is just weeds.

QUOTE (Y2JImmy0 @ May 25, 2016 -> 03:18 PM) This Rollins things is quite ridiculous. He can't hit LH anymore. If they want to hit him 2nd vs LHP, whatever but not only should he not be hitting 2nd, he shouldn't even be playing vs RHP. You are not inspired by his current .483 OPS vs RHP?

I was thinking the other night that Sanchez needs to go down and get at bats and Sands need to go somewhere. Did not expect a Kanhle for Sanchez swap, expect him to go back down. Need left handed options and looking at roster can argue two of Hayes , Shuck, or Garcia. Never thought I would ever advocate Garcia but we have had times where a pinch runner would have maybe not had guys thrown out at the plate with the caveat of only if we had put the runner in. I think its between Hayes and Shuck. Garcia does give positional flexibility and I noted in the minors forum Shuck has played a few at first. I have no idea how he looked. So I expect Leury and Shuck in the next two weeks. I would go for Hayes as a lefty DH about half time with Avi. Hayes also could spell Abreu at first with Abreu DH. I think Shuck vs Garcia tough. I go Shuck. I can see pinch hitting Shuck but never Leury. So I see Shuck at times pinch hitting (Rollins) and or using Saladino to run more. Personally, I am at the point of starting each 3 games a week.(often 1 off day) Let Rollins get previously good match ups, although not a lot as he was a career NL player. Maybe vs LHP. What we really need is two or more hitters to go on a hot streak.

QUOTE (Y2JImmy0 @ May 23, 2016 -> 06:54 PM) He's 19 from a College Prep school though and would most likely be the best player on the boards if they land him. Would be an excellent choice in my opinion. 19 seems a little older for HS. I wonder if the physical maturity gives him an advantage over typical HS players?

QUOTE (caulfield12 @ May 23, 2016 -> 03:39 PM) The same reason that Carlos Rodon would be a huge trade chip if he was on the Braves and was one year closer to arbitration. Teheran is one of those youngish pitchers very unlikely to be dealt unless someone overpays, but who Atlanta might want to leverage into even more Year 1-3 cost-controlled prospects if another Shelby Miller/Giles/Kimbrel offer comes rolling in. Thank for the response. It didn't make sense to me why he kept showing up in this thread. He is young and seems to be signed thru 2019 (option for 2020) at what appears to be salaries well below his performance. If he were our player, it would take a king's ransom to get him. Don't see how we could make a Shelby Miller type overpayment in a trade.

Why would Julio Teheran be available?

I think Smith went on DL April 26 meaning he is eligible to come off/rehab but I have not seen anything. Anyone have any news?

Shuck at first again today.

I think it is interesting last night Shuck played first and Ishikawa played RF. Likely looking to see who has the greater positional variability.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ May 4, 2016 -> 02:16 AM) That was a bad contract the day that it was signed. Agree but not so bad if they pay half

Since LaRoche money puts us in better position to take on a contract thus paying less in minor league talent, would anyone consider James Shields? He is due about 60 million over the next 3 years, 34 years old , 9 consecutive seasons of 200+ innings and has playoff experience. He would possibly be a 3-4 pitcher allowing Latos to become your 5 which works if you think he is due for regression etc. This team seems to be winning on pitching and defense. Prior to LaRoche retiring, we couldn't add payroll and no way SD would pay all of his money but now maybe we wouldn't have to give as much talent if we took on 10 million a year(SD pays at least half what he is owed on total contract). As he ages, he would slide down the starter slot from a #3 to #5 as younger guys move into the rotation.

Derek Deitrich of the Marlins. They are at 4-8 and he's not playing much but could DH vs RHP and if needed has played 2nd,3b,1st and LF. Hits lefty with power and is positionally blocked with Miami.

If they paid all the money and paid for his trainer, chef, and babysitter, I would give them a bag of balls. The only consideration is that he could stay on the DL for about 4-6 weeks losing weight and getting in shape. Also a clause for him called Taser Tuesday. Every time he misses his weight he is chased around the infield(burns calories) until he ultimately gets tased. New promotion! ……..All this firmly tongue in cheek, I don't advocate tasing people. Pandas even less.

QUOTE (BigHurt3515 @ Apr 11, 2016 -> 11:50 PM) You want Sands out there instead of Melky? Shuck is the other option, not sure how much better of an option he is I was thinking Shuck.

We had a three run lead, going to their bottom of the ninth and Melky was in left? Not sure what two extra outfielders are doing on bench. Guess this will bear watching. Defensive replacements have a hard time helping on the bench.

I am having to follow on Gameday. It has Bassitt at 97-95 with fastballs. Is that something new? I don't remember him as a prospect near that high.

QUOTE (newbiesoxfan @ Apr 3, 2016 -> 01:19 AM) Yes Update?

HA HA one of the only times the board is in total agreement!

QUOTE (BlackSox13 @ Mar 6, 2016 -> 01:37 AM) But, but, he cross trained over the winter! This simply cannot be. I am old and learned a long time ago that as a competitive golfer a great general exercise program was not the same as sport specific training. I bet baseball may be similar. Great to be in shape but baseball shape may be different.

good idea for a bad knee

Maybe now that explains low salary?

I think we wait into spring training and our extra relievers for your extra outfielder i.e. a small move. Then maybe a pre trade deadline move (ala Kenny), if our guys are in the race and there is still a hole.

How do they figure international pool and why did ours drop?

QUOTE (caulfield12 @ Jan 30, 2016 -> 03:59 AM) http://espn.go.com/blog/los-angeles/dodger...multiple-levels And then there were three...Desmond, Gallardo and Fowler. One major factor working against Kendrick was his relatively advanced age. Austin Jackson still out there as well. Note the writer? Doug Padilla already on the Dodgers beat. Big Time. For the first time we saw players taking QO. Think in future many more older players begin to take.

Latos needs to meet with Cooper and see if they mesh. I don't want a repeat of Smard. I would not sign anyone costing a pick right now as I don't think they are worth it. The Cuban players would be fine. I wonder of several of these remaining players may not get signed until after the pick expires.