I just said they are a consideration, but I think these guys focus on gross dollars more often than not, especially when tax rates can change. Also, there is pressure from the union to take the largest gross offer.
I think taxes are a consideration in these things, but I think you guys are giving these guys too much credit. More often than not they’re making their decisions on gross dollars IMO.
It will be interesting to see how the Sox pivot here. Sounds like the Bumgarner market is moving quickly now and the Sox probably weren’t very involved while pursuing Wheeler. They either need to hop on that wagon ASAP or talk to Boras about his lefties. There really aren’t any other free agent alternatives.
He also said he didn’t think Wheeler would have been worth the money. I really don’t think he’s the spokesman and just offering his own opinion based on the limited info he’s privy to.
And this is what I was afraid of. You miss out on Wheeler and now all the lesser options are ridiculously overpriced. $100M for Bumgarner would be absolute insanity.