Bob Sacamano

QUOTE (Lillian @ Jul 18, 2017 -> 09:46 PM) I see that Clippard is in the final year of his contract, and was only owed $4.25 million this year. That's not much of a negative. Maybe he can help bridge the gap, the rest of the year, as the Sox are going to need someone to pitch, and I don't think that they are anxious to call up the young studs. Clippard hasn't really pitched that badly, except for that inflated ERA. Exactly. Someone has to pitch.

QUOTE (soxfan49 @ Jul 18, 2017 -> 09:45 PM) Should have changed it to green to show sarcasm. He's using 2014 and 2015 picks as comparison, but they were trying to compete then. If he can use data that makes no sense, I will as well Oh I thought you were the guy arguing they should be winning lol my bad

Would last piece be someone on 40-man unless they dfa someone?

QUOTE (soxfan49 @ Jul 18, 2017 -> 09:40 PM) Didn't they have the 10th and 11st the last two years, while trying to suck? No? They were trying to compete.

QUOTE (Alexeihyeess @ Jul 18, 2017 -> 09:38 PM) Clippard is a FA after the season, really doesn't matter. Agreed. We're taking him back so we have an arm and don't have to send a little cash to Yanks for D-Rob/Frazier. Same thing as if we sent cash wish them, didn't get Clippard back and Yanks dfa'd him.

QUOTE (Dam8610 @ Jul 18, 2017 -> 09:37 PM) Need more than that, especially for taking on the contract. The remaining like 2 mill? Lol

QUOTE (Chicago White Sox @ Jul 18, 2017 -> 09:33 PM) I assume the Yankees' 40 man roster is filled correct? They'd have to clear three spots just to execute this trade and Rutherford doesn't help. I'm still holding out hope for Andujar. Anyone in 10-day dl they can transfer to 60-day?

QUOTE (maxjusttyped @ Jul 18, 2017 -> 09:30 PM) Encouraging to see the Sox taking a "bad" contract to improve the prospect haul. Props to JR for truly committing to a rebuild. It essentially like the Sox sending money in the deal. We take him on to offset the money.

QUOTE (Soxnfins @ Jul 18, 2017 -> 07:48 PM) Yankees have also been known to love Robertson and never wanted him to leave in the first place. Out of curiosity, who did they draft for that comp pick?

QUOTE (fathom @ Jul 18, 2017 -> 07:16 PM) Chavis batted again. Gonna guess he's not in the talks They can remove him if he is. It's not a big deal.

What ya got Rabbit?

QUOTE (Eminor3rd @ Jul 18, 2017 -> 03:51 PM) I just don't see Avi as part of our next contender, and I don't think there's any way he's ever going to have a BETTER season, so I'm all for moving him for a decent offer, despite his youth. I agree. It would be different if he had at least 3-4 years of control left.

QUOTE (Lillian @ Jul 18, 2017 -> 08:19 AM) I think that you're right, and that Lowrie certainly could work for the BoSox. However, our Sox could provide something, which Oakland could not and that is the kind of salary relief, which "Beautox" suggested. That may explain what is taking so long for this to materialize. The financial aspects of such a deal would require some pretty complex considerations. That Sandoval would be coming over here? I kinda doubt it but think the Sox should be open to the idea if it means a better prospect haul.

I think Jed Lowrie still makes a ton of sense for the Red Sox. Has a cheap option for next season and you gotta remember, Devers is only 20. They could make the case that they want to see him in AAA for a year. They can also trade Lowrie in the off-season/early next year if they want to see Devers for most of the season.

QUOTE (flavum @ Jul 16, 2017 -> 04:39 PM) Doesn't matter what happens with Giants-Padres. Sox finish the week with the 3rd pick position. 11 weeks left. Padres up 7-1. I like that.

QUOTE (fathom @ Jul 16, 2017 -> 04:08 PM) Holt is being added There it is.

QUOTE (fathom @ Jul 16, 2017 -> 04:00 PM) Don't they have to cause DH? QUOTE (Baron @ Jul 16, 2017 -> 04:02 PM) No idea...just thought I'd add it on here If they have to make a roster move, they probably have to make room on the 40-man to add someone as the 26th man. People here speculated it could be Devers. Is he on 40?

QUOTE (iamshack @ Jul 16, 2017 -> 01:27 PM) Nightengale saying only "fringe" prospects coming back in potential Frazier deal, and that we'd eat cash too. Figured as much but damn those tweets last few days got me excited.

QUOTE (Eminor3rd @ Jul 16, 2017 -> 12:33 PM) Right but they've been balking at the Sox price for like 8 months now, while blowing like a game a week. Clearly they didn't want to give up serious prospects for a closer, and they just got two of the Proven Closer™ brand. I'd be absolutely shocked if they ponied up now. I don't see them "ponying up" per se. I doubt Robles, Fedde, and Soto are going anywhere. I think anyone else could be on table.

QUOTE (Eminor3rd @ Jul 16, 2017 -> 12:24 PM) What are you guys talking about? Both of those guys have tons of closing experience and are having good seasons. Because adding 3 good relievers would be better than adding just 2. Especially when you bought the first 2 so cheap.

QUOTE (OmarComing25 @ Jul 16, 2017 -> 12:20 PM) Fantastic trade for the Nats. Surprised Oakland couldn't do better. Thats why some of us on here wouldn't be shocked to see Schwarber as the center piece in a Gray deal lol

QUOTE (iamshack @ Jul 16, 2017 -> 12:19 PM) I actually think the opposite. If I just managed to get those two guys for that, I'd be on the phone with Hahn right now getting Robertson for one of my 3-5 prospects. I agree. I could see Kieboom plus a couple others being on the table.

Have Madson through next year and Doolittle through 20. Good trade.

Could see why they would do that deal. Now, do they still go out and add one more?

QUOTE (ecupittfan @ Jul 15, 2017 -> 12:09 PM) And Bumgarner is back today. That will help SF get a few more wins, if he stays off his motorcycles. Thats why I kinda want Padres to take at least 2/3 this weekend. Bumgarner back should help Giants win some games next 2 months.