MLB Trade Rumors‏ @mlbtraderumors 4h4 hours ago Clayton Richard is now under contract with #Padres through 2019: https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2017/09/padres-extend-clayton-richard.html …://https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2017...-richard.html …

 

 

UPDATE: Hailey will be throwing out the first pitch at Game 4 of the World Series! https://t.co/VL1pHa3jQn

— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) September 13, 2017

 

Aaron Judge hit his 50th of the season, erasing Mark McGwires rookie record of 49 homers.

Robin Ventura could be a candidate for the Mets job

 

http://nypost.com/2017/09/26/odds-are-high...-familiar-face/

Scott Lauber‏Verified account @ScottLauber 25m25 minutes ago Mookie Betts has inflammation, not structural damage, in left wrist/hand based on results of CT scan. Availability determined day by day.

 

 

Bob Nightengale‏Verified account @BNightengale 30m30 minutes ago Welcome to the ownership circle, Derek Jeter. #MLB owners approve #Marlins sale. It will officially close next week

 

 

Aaron Judge hit his 50th of the season, erasing Mark McGwires rookie record of 49 homers.

 

Am I mistaken, or is Judge a virtual lock to win the three true outcomes this season?

Am I mistaken, or is Judge a virtual lock to win the three true outcomes this season?

 

In the American League, yes. Stanton has 57 homers and Votto has more walks

 

Stanton hit two tonight. 59 heading into the final weekend against the Braves in Miami.

 

In the year of the juiced ball, a 60 homer season makes total sense.

I was one of a few very pro Albies voices when we thought he may be here in a trade.

 

Slashline for first 54 games

.281/.354/.443 with 5 hrs, 8 doubles and 5(!) triples.

 

36 Ks to 21 BBs.

 

7 of 8 stolen bases.

 

Soxtalk slapped a Yolmer Sanchez label on him and couldn't see past it.

I was one of a few very pro Albies voices when we thought he may be here in a trade.

 

Slashline for first 54 games

.281/.354/.443 with 5 hrs, 8 doubles and 5(!) triples.

 

36 Ks to 21 BBs.

 

7 of 8 stolen bases.

 

Soxtalk slapped a Yolmer Sanchez label on him and couldn't see past it.

Part of the issue is Albies would have had to replace either Anderson or Moncada.

 

I think the Sanchez comparison was a way of hand-waiving away the somewhat troublesome process that would be.

Part of the issue is Albies would have had to replace either Anderson or Moncada.

 

I think the Sanchez comparison was a way of hand-waiving away the somewhat troublesome process that would be.

 

I heard for 2-3 years how Yolmer wouldn't stick at short because he had a weak arm, then we just put him at 3b and he's been awesome.

 

All 3 of those guys can play "infield". Albies can play all 3. Moncada can play 2b/3b. If the cubs can make happ/zobrist/russell/baez/bryant work, we could have made them work.

 

And while albies is not your typical power 3b, an infield of Moncada/Anderson/Albies would be unbelievably fast and athletic, and a very diverse set of hitters.

 

It ultimately doesn't matter now. But with the draft next year we shouldn't shy away from MI because our current set-up. But more importantly, if there is a player i'd bet on to succeed, it's these 3 checkboxes:

- Performs well at a young age

- Good approach at plate

- Plus defensive player (which likely means above average speed)

 

Long term really don't think his power profile is that different than Anderson, who in juiced ball era is a 20 hr player.

I was one of a few very pro Albies voices when we thought he may be here in a trade.

 

Slashline for first 54 games

.281/.354/.443 with 5 hrs, 8 doubles and 5(!) triples.

 

36 Ks to 21 BBs.

 

7 of 8 stolen bases.

 

Soxtalk slapped a Yolmer Sanchez label on him and couldn't see past it.

 

I was with you on Albies... and Mateo too.

 

 

 

I heard for 2-3 years how Yolmer wouldn't stick at short because he had a weak arm, then we just put him at 3b and he's been awesome.

 

All 3 of those guys can play "infield". Albies can play all 3. Moncada can play 2b/3b. If the cubs can make happ/zobrist/russell/baez/bryant work, we could have made them work.

 

And while albies is not your typical power 3b, an infield of Moncada/Anderson/Albies would be unbelievably fast and athletic, and a very diverse set of hitters.

 

It ultimately doesn't matter now. But with the draft next year we shouldn't shy away from MI because our current set-up. But more importantly, if there is a player i'd bet on to succeed, it's these 3 checkboxes:

- Performs well at a young age

- Good approach at plate

- Plus defensive player (which likely means above average speed)

 

Long term really don't think his power profile is that different than Anderson, who in juiced ball era is a 20 hr player.

Well there is a difference between a guy you draft that is years away and a guy you acquire via trade that is ready now.

 

Also, Anderson and Moncada are not veterans. They need to play everyday and focus on fundamentals of their positions, not on the fundamentals of 2-3 different positions.

 

If we were talking about acquiring Gleyber Torres, I am more inclined to try and make it work; for Albies, no.

UPDATE: Hailey will be throwing out the first pitch at Game 4 of the World Series!

So flipping cool - that little girl has some awesome parents behind her!

Edited September 30, 20178 yr by hi8is

Robin Ventura could be a candidate for the Mets job

 

http://nypost.com/2017/09/26/odds-are-high...-familiar-face/

I'd love to see him manage for another team - but he certainly didn't seem to take to the job like a fish to water. Seemed to be more content just being "dad" at home with the fam.

I was one of a few very pro Albies voices when we thought he may be here in a trade.

 

Slashline for first 54 games

.281/.354/.443 with 5 hrs, 8 doubles and 5(!) triples.

 

36 Ks to 21 BBs.

 

7 of 8 stolen bases.

 

Soxtalk slapped a Yolmer Sanchez label on him and couldn't see past it.

I recall your support of Albies very well. Prior to your expressions, I knew very little of him... so it was actually your information posted which made me follow the kid and jump aboard his train. Actually, just tonight - I stumbled upon this.... thought you'd enjoy:

 

https://www.talkingchop.com/2017/9/28/16380...bies-wild-thing

I was with you on Albies... and Mateo too.

Quit lying, ya clown.

I was one of a few very pro Albies voices when we thought he may be here in a trade.

 

Slashline for first 54 games

.281/.354/.443 with 5 hrs, 8 doubles and 5(!) triples.

 

36 Ks to 21 BBs.

 

7 of 8 stolen bases.

 

Soxtalk slapped a Yolmer Sanchez label on him and couldn't see past it.

 

I was the one who was big on the Carlos/Yolmer comparison, so I'll eat my crow on that. All the same, they likely would have given up Quintana for Albies, and I'm perfectly fine with Eloy.

I was the one who was big on the Carlos/Yolmer comparison, so I'll eat my crow on that. All the same, they likely would have given up Quintana for Albies, and I'm perfectly fine with Eloy.

 

Yolmer Sanchez>Carlos Sanchez

Quit lying, ya clown.

Et to brute?

 

Meh, you're just angry because I kicked your panda. Buwahaha!

Yolmer Sanchez>Carlos Sanchez

Except for when it comes to signing autographs.

BoSux win the ALE with a 6-3 win over the Asstros.

Sale vs Verlander for game one in Houston.

Sale vs Verlander for game one in Houston.

 

Go Sale!