DBAHO

QUOTE(CWSGuy406 @ Nov 8, 2005 -> 01:43 PM) Out of the big four of Contreras, Buehrle, Garland, and Garcia, Freddy had the worst year. I'd agree that going into this year, it's probably not the best idea to trade him, but going into next year, when Haigwood or Broadway or Gonzalez might be ready for cheap, I'd certainly look at dealing him. I believe he's going to make close to $20 million in the next two year, and he's on the wrong side of 30. I know he's Ozzie's pal and all, but he might just be the worst SP on our staff next year (not that that's a bad thing). If there's a good deal out there to be had, I'd certainly explore the possibility. Personally I think there's a greater possibility of Garland regressing and being worse than Freddy, even though I know a lot of people don't agree with that. Especially with Jose's deal up at the end of 2006, can't see Freddy being moved, until his contract his up.

QUOTE(JUGGERNAUT @ Nov 8, 2005 -> 07:39 AM) To the best of my knowledge of AZD they are deep in OF but about average on the corners. Tracy was moved to 1B to make room for Glaus. They are considering moving Gonzalez to make room for one of their young OFers. But if you move Glaus, you can move Tracy back to 3B (his natural position) & then look to upgrade 1B. Koney would probably allow them to part with Clark which would save them another million. A rumor has surfaced out of Miami this week that could have bearings on Kong as well. Delgado has been rumored to have indicated he would like to void his contract with the Marlins & enter FA. Now when you look at how the contract is structured & consider the Marlins finances there is reason to beleive the rumor is not all hot air. If Delgado were to become a FA that would probably put Koney down to #2. If there is any truth to this rumor than teams might sit on the fence a while to see what happens. There still might be a bidding war for Kong but it looks to be a slow & arduous process. That leaves me to believe that the CWS will offer arbitration to both Kong & Frank just to extend their negotiation time. 1 - Arizona needs to get their payroll down to 60M next season. How are they going to sign Konerko then? 2 - If they moved Glaus they would still not upgrade at 1B. They have Tony Clark and Conor Jackson. 3 - Tracy's not great defensively at 3rd base. That was a big reason why they signed Glaus in the 3rd place. With Josh Byrnes saying he wants to improve infield defense, Tracy may not be at 3rd, even if Glaus is moved (although it'd be likely). 4 - Why would they trade Clark after they just re-signed him for 2 seasons? 5 - Shawn Green's contract.

QUOTE(Heads22 @ Nov 8, 2005 -> 01:36 PM) I'm pretty sure he can't catch all of those passes that he overthrows and just plain misses. Well, then, why the hell isn't he smart enough to shut the damn mouth? Haha, unless TO can jump 30M in the air I suppose. And do the Bears have a passing offense which TO would want? No. He'd start complaining if he wasn't getting the majority of the balls thrown his way.

QUOTE(chimpy2121 @ Nov 8, 2005 -> 01:33 PM) That brings up a good point, would TO even consider playing with a rookie qb? Exactly. Lovie's building around the young guys anyways.

Also if you think TO was happy with McNabb, how'd u think he'd feel about Kyle Orton?

CANCER alert!!!!

QUOTE(The Critic @ Nov 7, 2005 -> 06:03 PM) Where'd you get the 12 week estimate, DBAHO? The Hawks website says at least 3 weeks, but no surgery and no solid timetable for his return. The back is such a tricky injury, as Daze has shown. It just never seems to completely heal. Bad news for Ruutu and the Hawks. The AP story has 3 to 12 weeks, while Rotoworld has 12 weeks. I think with Ruutu's back, and they've seen what it's done to Daze over his career, his time out will be closer to 12 than 3. No need to rush things with him and cause complications.

Now Shealy was mentioned on Rotoworld a few weeks back when those Marte to the Rockies rumors popped up; Here were his 2005 splits btw; .330/.413/.473 in 36 games. Only 2 HR's though.

QUOTE(YASNY @ Nov 7, 2005 -> 08:22 PM) I look for Pods to be with us in '06. Betting he'll be trade bait after the '06 season. Probably not the best time to trade him either, when you look at what's on the market. You can sign Rafael Furcal (even though he'll cost ya 36/4-40/4), sign Johnny Damon, or trade for Juan Pierre (who'd be an excellent candidate to bounce back like Pods). The 2006 off-season certainly makes more sense on that regard.

QUOTE(maggsmaggs @ Nov 7, 2005 -> 03:05 PM) There is no doubt that Kenny will look to shop Pods this year. If there is a solid offer on the table he will pull the trigger because Pods is a little over-rated and with Anderson ready, he might be better than Pods. I can't see that happening this off-season, although now would be a good time to move him since his value is pretty high, and for the reasons Balta mentioned. I think the Sox won't make a move with him, whether it's re-signing him or trading, until the likes of Owens and Young are ready in 2006. You gotta remember, if Pods go and Anderson fills in, who's going to leadoff?

More Delgado;

QUOTE(qwerty @ Nov 7, 2005 -> 05:20 PM) Fourth outfielder? He is a better hitter than arguably anyone of our outfielders. Anyway there is just no way we can give him the 10-12 million dollars he will andcan command in this weak free agency. I still truly believe we should look into signing durazo to an incentive laden deal with a base salary of around two million and he can make up to 7-8. I thought I heard somehwere that he wanted around 12/13M from the Yankees. No wonder they're interested in Giles. And yes on Durazo. Give him a 2 year deal, with the 2nd year an option, incentive laden of course.

QUOTE(bschmaranz @ Nov 7, 2005 -> 05:28 PM) But can he cover as much room out there as Pods can? Doesn't matter when you have a stronger arm and get better jumps on the ball.

Like 3E8, I have 3 exams this week (had one today). So I'm busy cramming, and it's not really a fun time now. But 3 and 3/4 months off is a good light at the end of the tunnel hey?

We also traded for Andy Hilbert of Boston, gave up a 6th rounder. He scored 79 points in the AHL last season. Could be another Bourque. Oh and Ruutu's out for 12 weeks. GULP.

Aren't there Panthers cheerleaders on one of the opening vidoes of Madden 2006?

No Tracy. Probably Delgado.

QUOTE(Heads22 @ Nov 7, 2005 -> 10:15 AM) Kyle Orton is the best player the Saints have. The Aaron Brooks ERA for the Saints really hasn't done much damage has it.

Anyone feel sorry for T.O now?

So it's safe to say Grossman will be starting when he comes back?

Newsday Article bringing up Dave Wilder's name again;

NY Post piece;

QUOTE(Kalapse @ Nov 6, 2005 -> 11:11 PM) How can you say this about Robertson while at the same time calling Michael Haynes a bust. Haynes has never stated since comming into the league becuase he's been stuck behind guys like Bryan Robinson, Phillip Daniels and now Alex Brown and Adawale Ogunleye. If you can say the jury is still out on Robertson because he's just now becomming the #1 guy, then how can you say Haynes is a bust while never getting consistant playing time? The difference is, even with those guys I mentioned in New York, Robertson was still playing every game, and starting quite a few (until the Jets moved into the 3-4). Brown remember was like a 4th round pick (albeit an excellent one), and you traded for Ogunleye. Doesn't it say something about how the Bears coaches rate Haynes, if he's not starting (and he should be because he's a 1st rounder). Until he starts everyday, we don't know what he's going to do, but until then, he hasn't accomplished anything, and I don't think he will until he leaves Chicago. Haynes should be just starting to come into his prime now.

And if you think Anaheim is going to trade for Manny;

For once, Scott Bora$$ may come in handy;