also, Lowell's K #s aren't high this year.  I think he is on pace for a career low.  The balls he hit just aren't finding the gaps.  It makes me think it's a fluke.

His PrOPS+ is -0.060, which is pretty significant. So, you're right, he's been a tad unlucky.

 

Also his AVG, OBP, and SLG have increased each successive month for the last three months. If FLA would eat considerable salary I would contemplate this.

Edited July 21, 200520 yr by 3E8

I wouldn't make the move if they wanted Marte.

i dont think florida is asking for marte, and quite frankly i dont think marte will be included if florida insists on including lowell in the deal

Kenny is in a fantastic situation right now. He knows that we have the best record in baseball and a double digit lead with what we started the season with...

 

He can walk into any trade scenarios and say...look, we don't NEED what you're selling. But, here's what we have to offer. Take it or don't...

 

Do the Sox need an upgrade? No. I don't think there are any bricks missing in this wall. Loose, maybe, but that doesn't mean it won't hold up (of course another brick for insurance could always help).