allupons

QUOTE(G&T @ Apr 2, 2006 -> 03:24 AM) It's not that people don't like him or his ability, it's that there are too many starters and it seems like someone has to go. Now, maybe we are all wrong and KW wants it this way, but it made sense for Jose to leave or be traded because of his contract. I don't think anyone is really pushing for a trade, we all just want to know what happens next. I agree we have an abundance of SP and someone has to go to make room for BMac, however I do not think it should be the best SP we have. Contreras is simply unhittable ever since the all star break of last year. He is our only high strike out guy, and there is a reason high strike out guys dominate. Since Coop worked out his mental problems he is simply the ace until proven otherwise imho. Thats why I like the signing as I would be far less upset to see Garland or even Garcia go.

Thanks for the welcomes, and lets watch the sox get things started for their repeat attempt tomorrow.

I am a little suprised by the desire to trade contreras on these boards. In my opinion, he has without a doubt the best raw stuff of anyone on our starting staff. His only limitation had been the head games he played in his mind, but Coop righted the ship last year and now he is utulizing his vast potential. He was our ace when it came down to the playoffs last year and I predict will remain our ace for quite some time. I personally expect Garland to be the odd man out at the end of the year when he doesnt live up to last years performance, and makes room for BMac in the rotation.