While really hoping that the ptbnl is a actual prospect, I reviewed Pods' stats. All will agree that his obp was poor in 2004. However his stolen base percentage has improved from roughly 3:1, to 4:1, to nearly 5:1. He has upped his stolen bases while improving his percentage not just running wildly. He at the top of the order and Harris at nine or two could let subsequent hitters see fastballs to drill. Raines as a coach shouldn't hurt either.

 

 

Money.......With the savings of about 6 million if nothing happens soon, I expect Williams to wait till nontender time and bargain shop for maybe 2-3 players. Pierzynski, Washburn, and a platoon with Harris as possibilities.

While really hoping that the ptbnl is a actual prospect, I reviewed Pods' stats.  All will agree that his obp was poor in 2004.  However his stolen base percentage has improved from roughly 3:1, to 4:1, to nearly 5:1.  He has upped his stolen bases while improving his percentage not just running wildly.  He at the top of the order and Harris at nine or two could let subsequent hitters see fastballs to drill.  Raines as a coach shouldn't hurt either.

 

 

Money.......With the savings of about 6 million if nothing happens soon, I expect Williams to wait till nontender time and bargain shop for maybe 2-3 players.  Pierzynski, Washburn, and a platoon with Harris as possibilities.

While it is rumored that washburn will get non-tendered i don't see it happening, does anyone else feel the same way?

While it is rumored that washburn will get non-tendered i don't see it happening, does anyone else feel the same way?

If the Angels have pitchers locked up by then, then yes, I see them potentially getting rid of them. However, If I were them, I'd try and shop Wash and get a little something for him.

 

I do think he's going to get overpaid in arbitration and the Angels could be better off exploring other avenues. At the same time Washburn could be a solid piece to offer up in a RJ deal.

 

And now that the Sox have this type of money I really have little interest in Washburn. I'm not a fan of his anymore. Two years ago or even last year I liked him thought he could turn the corner, but I think he's a 4.5 ERA type of guy.

 

Not bad, but nothing good.

If the Angels have pitchers locked up by then, then yes, I see them potentially getting rid of them.  However, If I were them, I'd try and shop Wash and get a little something for him.

 

I do think he's going to get overpaid in arbitration and the Angels could be better off exploring other avenues.  At the same time Washburn could be a solid piece to offer up in a RJ deal.

 

And now that the Sox have this type of money I really have little interest in Washburn.  I'm not a fan of his anymore. Two years ago or even last year I liked him thought he could turn the corner, but I think he's a 4.5 ERA type of guy.

 

Not bad, but nothing good.

That is what i am thinking, why not try and get something, anything for him. Such as another middle infielder bullpen are ( which they really do not need) or some prospects.

I think KW is going to go after and get Shawn Chacon to fill the 5th spot, JMO.

I think KW is going to go after and get Shawn Chacon to fill the 5th spot, JMO.

What else do you think he is gonna do with the money we have left over then?

What else do you think he is gonna do with the money we have left over then?

Spend it on one big staff Christmas party?

NO on Chacon. I think the Rockies are intending on keeping him anyways.

What else do you think he is gonna do with the money we have left over then?

Give it to JR, so him and the investors can tell us they have none left.