Harry Chappas Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 Could the Sox trade for Abreu? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockren Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 QUOTE(Jenks Heat @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 10:34 AM) Could the Sox trade for Abreu? Abreu has a 1yr/16 mil deal with the Yanks. With the departure of ARod, they'll really need his slugging and OBP more than ever. With a 1 yr deal, it wouldn't be worth the WSox to get him anyway....especially at 16 million. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreatScott82 Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 ESPN 1000 says the Sox have contacted Tampa Bay in regards to Carl Crawford.. How many times do you guys think KW has tried to swing a deal for Crawford? Do we even have a decent package to offer them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalapse Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 The names Gonzalez, Egbert, Danks and De Los Santos have undoubtedly come up in those talks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fathom Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 QUOTE(Kalapse @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 05:01 PM) The names Gonzalez, Egbert, Danks and De Los Santos have undoubtedly come up in those talks. And none of those guys would I hesitate in trading for someone like Crawford. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hitlesswonder Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 QUOTE(fathom @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 11:03 AM) And none of those guys would I hesitate in trading for someone like Crawford. I agree. FDL is only substantial prospect on that list and the odds are stacked against him ever making the majors, let alone being a quality starter. In fact if the Rays wanted Egbert, Gio, and Danks for Crawford I would do that trade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
29andPoplar Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 ESPN 1000 says the Sox have contacted Tampa Bay in regards to Carl Crawford.. How many times do you guys think KW has tried to swing a deal for Crawford? Do we even have a decent package to offer them? Yes, this seems to come up every winter and every trade deadline doesn't it. The White Sox would (likely) have to overwhelm the Rays to get Crawford and as you suggest I'm not sure they match up. Baldelli might be easier to get now, but there are huge red flags with Rocco (staying healthy for one). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vandy125 Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 QUOTE(fathom @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 11:03 AM) And none of those guys would I hesitate in trading for someone like Crawford. No doubt. I just have a feeling that this is the throw stuff up and see what sticks thing going on. I would be very surprised (and happy) if there was a way to work out a deal for Crawford. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonard Zelig Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 Does anybody know Crawford's contract status? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalapse Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 1 guaranteed year remaining on his deal but there are 2 team options as well. 2008: $5.25 million 2009: $8.25 million club option w/$2.5 million buyout 2010: $10 million club option w/$1.25 million buyout Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockren Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 (edited) QUOTE(Kalapse @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 11:24 AM) 1 guaranteed year remaining on his deal but there are 2 team options as well. 2008: $5.25 million 2009: $8.25 million club option w/$2.5 million buyout 2010: $10 million club option w/$1.25 million buyout Crawford at 3 yrs for 23.5 million? Oh I hope the rumor is true. Edited November 5, 2007 by rockren Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vance Law Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 QUOTE(GreatScott82 @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 10:59 AM) ESPN 1000 says the Sox have contacted Tampa Bay in regards to Carl Crawford.. How many times do you guys think KW has tried to swing a deal for Crawford? Do we even have a decent package to offer them? Levine says Cubs talked to Rays too. Rays seeking young pitching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockren Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 QUOTE(fathom @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 11:03 AM) And none of those guys would I hesitate in trading for someone like Crawford. I think the headliner would be Josh Fields in a deal like this. I recall Ozzie saying near the end of the year that if they could move Fields to bring back a big time player he'd be in favor of it. If anyone needs me to get a link- I will. I'll just go ahead and believe you'll take my word for it for now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eickevinmorris Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 If we give up Josh Fields for Crawford I will not watch an inning of White Sox baseball until everyone in management is out of a job. Carl Crawford is not a special player. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsideirish71 Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 QUOTE(rockren @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 11:45 AM) I think the headliner would be Josh Fields in a deal like this. I recall Ozzie saying near the end of the year that if they could move Fields to bring back a big time player he'd be in favor of it. If anyone needs me to get a link- I will. I'll just go ahead and believe you'll take my word for it for now. They are not giving up Fields right now. It makes no sense. The Rays are filled with great position players in their system, and need pitching. If the Rays move Crawford to us, it will be around pitching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scenario Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 (edited) QUOTE(rockren @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 11:45 AM) I think the headliner would be Josh Fields in a deal like this. Nah. Tampa already has more quality 3B prospects than any team in MLB. In fact, they have too many. Not likely they're going to move their most tradeable asset to get another one. They've got other needs. Edited November 5, 2007 by scenario Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witesoxfan Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 (edited) QUOTE(rockren @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 11:45 AM) I think the headliner would be Josh Fields in a deal like this. I recall Ozzie saying near the end of the year that if they could move Fields to bring back a big time player he'd be in favor of it. If anyone needs me to get a link- I will. I'll just go ahead and believe you'll take my word for it for now. That type of package makes little sense for both teams. Edited November 5, 2007 by witesoxfan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockren Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 QUOTE(scenario @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 11:56 AM) Nah. Tampa already has more quality 3B prospects than any team in MLB. In fact, they have too many. Not likely they're going to move their most tradeable asset to get another one. They've got other needs. I thought about that as well and that could very well be the case. However, I feel Fields would rank above any of those players at 3B. If they didn't agree, Fields would be a LF candidate to replace Crawman as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockren Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 QUOTE(witesoxfan @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 11:59 AM) That type of package makes little sense for both teams. Why? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witesoxfan Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 QUOTE(rockren @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 12:01 PM) Why? The White Sox lose their best young hitter, and the Rays don't need any more bats. You don't trade Fields unless you get a superstar type player (or close to superstar); Carl Crawford is not a superstar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockren Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 QUOTE(witesoxfan @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 12:02 PM) The White Sox lose their best young hitter, and the Rays don't need any more bats. You don't trade Fields unless you get a superstar type player (or close to superstar); Carl Crawford is not a superstar. Thank you for your elaboration. I agree with the first part, but totally disagree with the second part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witesoxfan Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 QUOTE(rockren @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 12:03 PM) Thank you for your elaboration. I agree with the first part, but totally disagree with the second part. Just as a complete hypothetical, would you give up Josh Fields for Brian Roberts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sircaffey Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 QUOTE(rockren @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 12:00 PM) I thought about that as well and that could very well be the case. However, I feel Fields would rank above any of those players at 3B. If they didn't agree, Fields would be a LF candidate to replace Crawman as well. Fields does not come close to Evan Longoria at 3B. Longoria is an absolute stud. The D-Rays would not be interested in Fields unless they could move him to some other team for something they want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockren Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 QUOTE(witesoxfan @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 12:06 PM) Just as a complete hypothetical, would you give up Josh Fields for Brian Roberts? What a slam on Crawford. Uncalled for, sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockren Posted November 5, 2007 Share Posted November 5, 2007 QUOTE(sircaffey @ Nov 5, 2007 -> 12:06 PM) Fields does not come close to Evan Longoria at 3B. Longoria is an absolute stud. The D-Rays would not be interested in Fields unless they could move him to some other team for something they want. Agreed. I missed the bus and forgot about Longoria. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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