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No one's telling you you can't be surprised. I will tell you to not take this so personally, though.

The amount of work these guys put in is insane, and they're highly specialized high skill athletes backed by a very strong union. It's no surprise they make so much.

Same. He's about the only buy low candidate I would get excited for.

The Walmart employee isn't as sincere.

Just stop following him and paying attention to him

Given how botched the TLR PR has been I'm not entirely sure that's the case

Wonder if he'd be a backup and reunite with LaRussa. Probably not a great fit for us, though.

That's my big worry.

100%. Not a fan of hiring TLR at all, but if it signifies opening the pocketbook for some combo of Bauer, Springer, Quintana/Wainwright then I'm fine with it. I'm not in for trades, either. We lack depth and trading away prospects really means we're in about a 3-4 year window. Let's aim for consistent competitiveness.

If this means some combo of Stroman, Bauer, Springer and some of the bullpen arms available then - fine. If this is "we're ready to win a series and Tony is the finishing touch" then... woof.

Looks like they fixed the image - just checked my email and it has the right signature:

I don't like the ageism here with this move but if this is a joke its a good one.

Not as the #3 but if he's the 5th starter I'm ok with it. Maybe he can help reintroduce the curveball to the franchise.

I know you're being sarcastic but I'm gonna run with this and believe it thanks.

Other players: "Jose is a great RBI guy, hits homeruns but takes a single when he needs to, nice guy" Bauer: <gives comprehensive scouting report on Jose Abreu>

I realize he doesn't have much power, but I wonder if this limited him in any way?

Seems like its different now based on today's events, but we'll see.

Which is why you interview him and ensure your doubts are answered. Nowhere do I advocate for just giving Hinch the job.

You have no idea if this is the case here.

If you don't believe in second chances for people who made big mistakes I sure hope you've never done anything wrong in your life ever.

I'm sure. If this was pre-cheating scandal I'd be incredibly pumped to turn into the Astros central. Let's just stay away from Cora and Beltran.

I'm sure Keuchel would vouch for Hinch. Maybe that gives us a leg up on Springer too? I guess I don't know how much Hinch had to do with the cheating - if he really just let it happen and tried to turn a blind eye I'm ok with that. Sometimes you need to learn harsh lessons.

Any scouting reports on him? Can he stick at shortstop? He's got very good KBO numbers but nothing that says he's absolutely head and shoulders above the rest of that league.

6-4 Astros. Teeing off on Petit.