Bob Sacamano

So we should hear about an agreement sooner. (again, not that I think it will be the Sox lol but just for the sake of someone who follows the offseason in general)

Not that I think they will sign him, but does Murakami have to a deal finalized by Monday or just agreed to? If it’s the former, you would think an announcement would happen today.

I've loved it so far. People have knocked it for feeling slow but I think that's more the TikTok, no attention span generation.

Getz already said that’s not the case. And shouldn’t be.

Yeah, in that list provided, I wouldn’t count some of those names as even “mid-tier”

Some of those guys will be way out of their price. German Marquez feels right.

The only interesting thing about this guy is his birthday.

I lean more pessimistic myself and even I’ve gotten tired of it.

It’s been the same one in just about every thread

I want him for that nickname alone

I still would like to them just stick him at 1B and try to make him a decent defender there. Maybe he’s a guy who ends up being able to hit 30+ and the bat plays.

There’s a lot of reasons why it makes sense but the biggest obstacle remains: Jerry

I’d like to be wrong. Just think we’ve already made our big MLB signing this offseason (Kay).

It’s also speculation that there aren’t many teams in on him, just because it’s not being reported on.

This. It’s not “bad defense.” Some dumb play happens almost weekly. At least.

Look’s like Ohtani’s was slightly higher. However, he also only played there through his age 22 season. Murakami has played there through his age 25.

Was his K-rate that high in Japan? The keyword. He didn’t say hitter in general.

Yeah, you don’t sign a possibly team friendly extension when you hire Scott Boras as your agent.

Who said give up on? He just wouldn’t crack OD roster.

I guess to add long term pieces and open up a spot for one of your top young players. Plus, there were rumblings he wasn’t that great in the clubhouse. Bregman also won’t cost a draft pick.

I could see the Mariners still be in and try him at 3B for as long as they want to try him. Then he can end up in a 1B/DH mix with Naylor eventually. That team still needs more hitting.

I would be excited if they sign Murakami, but I’m not going to hold my breath.

He is younger.

It depends on when they were posted. I think Murakami is first.

Any chance this guy signs for a lot less than was projected? Might be a good opportunity to get involved in.