QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Aug 30, 2006 -> 10:23 AM)
But conversely, it would also be increasing the RBI opportunities for Thome and Konerko. Dye would also potentially be in a better position offensively, because how many pitchers are going to pitch around Jermaine Dye to get to Jim Thome, compared to AJ Pierzynski?
And of course, the big one in my eyes, is it still dramatically reduces the ability of an opponent to steal 3 easy outs late in games, or shut us down in the first inning, simply by having a left-hander on the mound, because JD is killing lefties.
Simply Murder! vs. Left: .360 Damn!
QUOTE(Kalapse @ Aug 30, 2006 -> 10:07 AM)
I think it comes down to the trade value of the 2 players. The Devil Rays when you look at it have a pretty damn good young offense going for them right now but have absolutely NO pitching outside of Kazmir, Crawford if traded this offseason could bring in 1 or 2 frontline pitching prospects, Rocco on the other hand would bring them considerably less in any deal they make, he still has amazing upside considering his athletic ability but he has missed 230 games over the past 2 seasons due to injury. So if they're going to trade 1 of the 2 they'd probably be better suited to move Crawford and get some real value for him instead of trading Rocco when his value is at its all-time lowest. That said, if they're willing to move Rocco, I'd be all for swinging a deal for him.
What would you give up to get either of these? Broadway + _______ & maybe _________?