Don't want to re-open old wounds but Heyman was on the Score this morning and said the Sox got aggressive in their Harper pursuit after Machado signed and said they offered more money than they did Manny. They probably lost out on the years.
Cease isn't really an option either, he hasn't been able to make it past the fourth in 2 of his last 3 starts. Only option is to go out and sign Shields ha.
Any chance they move Rodon to the bullpen whenever he comes back? I think he's proved his health wont let him cut it as a starter. (Assuming he needs surgery here.)