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Post by Ashitaka on Nov 9, 2021 14:34:37 GMT -6
So, fans on the internet are pissed that Verlander was able to throw 96 mph in auditions for a new contract, a week after he was unable to pitch for the Astros in the World Series. What do you guys think? My take is it's actually two weeks after he would have had to be deemed ready to be added to the roster (day before the WS started) as well as he also would have had to have been quarantining and being tested etc. for some period of time before even that, and hitting 95/96 at least once (we don't know how many times) when his normal max is 98-100 in a 25-pitch bullpen session with zero stress is not the same as suddenly pitching in the World Series after not throwing a pitch in over an entire calendar year. |
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Post by nathangarza29 on Nov 9, 2021 14:50:09 GMT -6
Correa gone
Verlander gone
Simple move forward.
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Post by ɮօʀȶǟʐ on Nov 9, 2021 15:11:35 GMT -6
So, fans on the internet are pissed that Verlander was able to throw 96 mph in auditions for a new contract, a week after he was unable to pitch for the Astros in the World Series. What do you guys think? My take is it's actually two weeks after he would have had to be deemed ready to be added to the roster (day before the WS started) as well as he also would have had to have been quarantining and being tested etc. for some period of time before even that, and hitting 95/96 at least once (we don't know how many times) when his normal max is 98-100 in a 25-pitch bullpen session with zero stress is not the same as suddenly pitching in the World Series after not throwing a pitch in over an entire calendar year. Lots of people went from worshipping him to hating him in a few days over that lame "I had to rehab every damn day" thing and never once showing up at the stadium for nearly 2 years to support the team. |
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Post by unionstation82 on Nov 9, 2021 15:21:08 GMT -6
Ideally, they re-sign Correa, trade Peña and have León in CF. That doesn’t mean I don’t like Meyers. He’s easily my favorite of the three CF’s we have. I just figured they would want León out there because of the hype and money invested. |
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Post by unionstation82 on Nov 9, 2021 15:24:27 GMT -6
So, fans on the internet are pissed that Verlander was able to throw 96 mph in auditions for a new contract, a week after he was unable to pitch for the Astros in the World Series. What do you guys think? My take is it's actually two weeks after he would have had to be deemed ready to be added to the roster (day before the WS started) as well as he also would have had to have been quarantining and being tested etc. for some period of time before even that, and hitting 95/96 at least once (we don't know how many times) when his normal max is 98-100 in a 25-pitch bullpen session with zero stress is not the same as suddenly pitching in the World Series after not throwing a pitch in over an entire calendar year. I was much more annoyed at Lance being unavailable. There’s always something with that kid. |
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Post by abregmanfan on Nov 9, 2021 16:54:58 GMT -6
My take is it's actually two weeks after he would have had to be deemed ready to be added to the roster (day before the WS started) as well as he also would have had to have been quarantining and being tested etc. for some period of time before even that, and hitting 95/96 at least once (we don't know how many times) when his normal max is 98-100 in a 25-pitch bullpen session with zero stress is not the same as suddenly pitching in the World Series after not throwing a pitch in over an entire calendar year. Lots of people went from worshipping him to hating him in a few days over that lame "I had to rehab every damn day" thing and never once showing up at the stadium for nearly 2 years to support the team. I still love him either way. He is the main reason, imo that we won the Serious in 2017. |
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Post by paastrosfan on Nov 9, 2021 20:48:20 GMT -6
So the Astros are hot and heavy on high End top of the rotation SP. They have high intreast in Trevor Story. Jake Odorizzi is being shopped hard for anything out there. Astros might be willing to move anyone in the OF except Kyle Tucker. Man, if only coach was still here to keep you in line... The Corch is Dead |
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Post by Saint on Nov 9, 2021 21:42:44 GMT -6
Supposedly, if JV came back to pitch even a tiny bit, the Astros would not have received their full insurance payout on him. Certainly could have been a factor if true.
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Post by paastrosfan on Nov 9, 2021 22:04:33 GMT -6
JV even flaming out at 97 at the tryout had more to lose by rushing back at the end of the season. Facing season long veteran hitters at that time, would be playing the odds not in is favor. With the shortage a starting pitching he can sit back and watch the mad money offers to his pick of destination.
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Post by Ashitaka on Nov 10, 2021 0:17:47 GMT -6
My take is it's actually two weeks after he would have had to be deemed ready to be added to the roster (day before the WS started) as well as he also would have had to have been quarantining and being tested etc. for some period of time before even that, and hitting 95/96 at least once (we don't know how many times) when his normal max is 98-100 in a 25-pitch bullpen session with zero stress is not the same as suddenly pitching in the World Series after not throwing a pitch in over an entire calendar year. Lots of people went from worshipping him to hating him in a few days over that lame "I had to rehab every damn day" thing and never once showing up at the stadium for nearly 2 years to support the team. I mean if they told me I had to quarantine away from my hot wife and my brand new baby for a week or two just to get cleared to pop my head in the clubhouse one afternoon and mingle with the guys I probably wouldn't either, especially in an age where you can interact with people via technology from a distance whenever you want to. TBH it just kind of strikes me as another example of fans wanting to hold the athletes they're jealous of to higher standards than they would want people holding themselves to. |
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Post by Ashitaka on Nov 10, 2021 0:21:34 GMT -6
My take is it's actually two weeks after he would have had to be deemed ready to be added to the roster (day before the WS started) as well as he also would have had to have been quarantining and being tested etc. for some period of time before even that, and hitting 95/96 at least once (we don't know how many times) when his normal max is 98-100 in a 25-pitch bullpen session with zero stress is not the same as suddenly pitching in the World Series after not throwing a pitch in over an entire calendar year. I was much more annoyed at Lance being unavailable. There’s always something with that kid. Ever since Lance made it to the Majors this has been the cycle of my life: 1. Suggest that Lance might need to move to the pen to help him have a long career and not get injured. 2. Get lambasted by fans online (and once by Lance himself LOL) 3. Lance gets injured and the team suffers for it. It also takes him a significant while to get back to being effective once he comes back. Then start back at one. |
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Post by unionstation82 on Nov 10, 2021 4:46:09 GMT -6
I was much more annoyed at Lance being unavailable. There’s always something with that kid. Ever since Lance made it to the Majors this has been the cycle of my life: 1. Suggest that Lance might need to move to the pen to help him have a long career and not get injured. 2. Get lambasted by fans online (and once by Lance himself LOL) 3. Lance gets injured and the team suffers for it. It also takes him a significant while to get back to being effective once he comes back. Then start back at one. I appreciate Lance’s effort and all, but that same violent effort also leads to his constant injuries. |
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Post by Ashitaka on Nov 10, 2021 5:01:11 GMT -6
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Post by Hunter McCormick on Nov 10, 2021 6:51:40 GMT -6
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Post by ɮօʀȶǟʐ on Nov 10, 2021 9:45:39 GMT -6
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Post by bearbryant on Nov 10, 2021 10:26:26 GMT -6
I was much more annoyed at Lance being unavailable. There’s always something with that kid. Ever since Lance made it to the Majors this has been the cycle of my life: 1. Suggest that Lance might need to move to the pen to help him have a long career and not get injured. 2. Get lambasted by fans online (and once by Lance himself LOL) 3. Lance gets injured and the team suffers for it. It also takes him a significant while to get back to being effective once he comes back. Then start back at one. |
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Post by Saint on Nov 10, 2021 10:27:28 GMT -6
Yeah I don't think Bregman is a realistic replacement for SS with his recent leg issues. I'm not sure he has the range for it anymore. I'm sure he could fill-in for a game here and there, but I don't believe he is a full-time replacement.
If we lose Correa and don't add a significant position player to replace him though, I'll be a little frustrated.
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Post by unionstation82 on Nov 10, 2021 11:39:11 GMT -6
Correa to Díaz at SS is like going from Gurriel to Todd at 1B.
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Post by Saint on Nov 10, 2021 11:40:17 GMT -6
Correa to Díaz at SS is like going from Gurriel to Todd at 1B. Whoa whoa whoa. I can run slow and not hit HRs in the postseason just as well as him! |
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Post by unionstation82 on Nov 10, 2021 11:42:23 GMT -6
Correa to Díaz at SS is like going from Gurriel to Todd at 1B. Whoa whoa whoa. I can run slow and not hit HRs in the postseason just as well as him! You shut your mouth! That’s the reigning AL batting champ you're slandering! |
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Post by dafish on Nov 18, 2021 7:47:28 GMT -6
Correa gone Verlander gone Simple move forward. Well, this post didn't age well.  |
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Post by talshill on Nov 18, 2021 15:52:51 GMT -6
I don't think they'll sign a big-dollar SS now. Click is probably content with a Diaz/Pena combo.
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Post by unionstation82 on Nov 18, 2021 16:12:01 GMT -6
I don't think they'll sign a big-dollar SS now. Click is probably content with a Diaz/Pena combo. If they’re okay with Díaz hitting, sign Simmons. At least you know the defense will be fine. |
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Post by olpapa on Nov 18, 2021 16:16:56 GMT -6
I don't think they'll sign a big-dollar SS now. Click is probably content with a Diaz/Pena combo. If they’re okay with Díaz hitting, sign Simmons. At least you know the defense will be fine. if we didn’t already have one automatic out at the catcher position, I would be for signing Simmons to a one-year deal. |
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Post by unionstation82 on Nov 18, 2021 17:26:45 GMT -6
If they’re okay with Díaz hitting, sign Simmons. At least you know the defense will be fine. if we didn’t already have one automatic out at the catcher position, I would be for signing Simmons to a one-year deal. Diaz was an automatic out for a couple months. |
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Post by ɮօʀȶǟʐ on Nov 18, 2021 19:08:53 GMT -6
if we didn’t already have one automatic out at the catcher position, I would be for signing Simmons to a one-year deal. Diaz was an automatic out for a couple months. He hit around/above .300 before he broke his hand. |
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Post by unionstation82 on Nov 18, 2021 19:10:21 GMT -6
Diaz was an automatic out for a couple months. He hit around/above .300 before he broke his hand. We’ll see what happens, but I’d be as comfortable with him starting as I would Marwin. |
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Post by ɮօʀȶǟʐ on Nov 18, 2021 19:14:43 GMT -6
He hit around/above .300 before he broke his hand. We’ll see what happens, but I’d be as comfortable with him starting as I would Marwin. Yeah, well...you know how i feel about Marlose. |
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Post by unionstation82 on Nov 18, 2021 19:16:24 GMT -6
We’ll see what happens, but I’d be as comfortable with him starting as I would Marwin. Yeah, well...you know how i feel about Marlose. I don’t think either of us knows why he was brought back but good luck to him. |
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Post by ɮօʀȶǟʐ on Nov 18, 2021 20:30:16 GMT -6
Yeah, well...you know how i feel about Marlose. I don’t think either of us knows why he was brought back but good luck to him. And may he never don an Astros uniform again. Let it be so, amen. |
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