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Post by thomasj13 on Nov 4, 2022 11:39:45 GMT -6
Chas is a durable solid all-around player with tons of value since he's so cheap (and will be for a while). I feel like I've been a big supporter of Chas. But, if they can get an improvement in CF, they should. Look at our bench. We have zero depth. Our best offensive player past our starters is a rookie with 8 games played in the league before the postseason. Fortunately, we have one of the best starting lineups in baseball when you look at combined offense and defense. Still doesn't mean we don't need some depth. And I'm not talking Dubon and Diaz kind of depth. In Situation 2 Bench 2023 - McCormick, Lee, Hensley and Y Diaz. Can Hensley fill in all IF positions? |
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Post by Saint on Nov 4, 2022 11:47:18 GMT -6
Chas is a durable solid all-around player with tons of value since he's so cheap (and will be for a while). I feel like I've been a big supporter of Chas. But, if they can get an improvement in CF, they should. Look at our bench. We have zero depth. Our best offensive player past our starters is a rookie with 8 games played in the league before the postseason. Fortunately, we have one of the best starting lineups in baseball when you look at combined offense and defense. Still doesn't mean we don't need some depth. And I'm not talking Dubon and Diaz kind of depth. In Situation 2 Bench 2023 - McCormick, Lee, Hensley and Y Diaz. Can Hensley fill in all IF positions? Yeah, I think he can. |
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Post by olpapa on Nov 4, 2022 12:38:40 GMT -6
I was 1-3-2.. But I'm not against any of them happening.... They're all good... Altuve Pena Yordan Bregman Tucker Bell Nimmo Brantley Catcher Framber Javier Garcia Urquidy LMJ Brown With our current bullpen add two good relievers and lose Montero and Smith. That would be an impressive team. I have hope that Yanier Diaz will ultimately be Yuli’s replacement. I would hate to sign Bell to a multi-year contract and have him block Y. Diaz. If we are going to sign a free agent first baseman, I would prefer Jose Abreu on a 1 or 2 year deal. I would trade LMJ to the Pirates in a heartbeat for Reynolds. If Brantley would accept a part-time role, I would sign him as a platoon partner for Chas in LF. Add Seth Lugo and Chafin. Subtract Montero and Smith. Pena SS Reynolds CF Alvarez DH Bregman 3B Tucker RF Abreu 1B Altuve 2B McCormick/Brantley LF Lee or Y. Diaz at C with Maldonado as backup Bench - Lee or Y. Diaz, McCormick/Brantley, Hensley, Maldonado, Leon? SPs: Framber Javier Garcia Brown Urquidy RP: Lugo Chafin Neris Stanik Abreu Pressley Martinez Dubin |
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Post by olpapa on Nov 4, 2022 12:46:12 GMT -6
In Situation 2 Bench 2023 - McCormick, Lee, Hensley and Y Diaz. Can Hensley fill in all IF positions? Yeah, I think he can. I wish they had given Hensley more playing time in LF at AAA this past season. |
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Post by Saint on Nov 4, 2022 12:46:51 GMT -6
Altuve Pena Yordan Bregman Tucker Bell Nimmo Brantley Catcher Framber Javier Garcia Urquidy LMJ Brown With our current bullpen add two good relievers and lose Montero and Smith. That would be an impressive team. I have hope that Yanier Diaz will ultimately be Yuli’s replacement. I would hate to sign Bell to a multi-year contract and have him block Y. Diaz. If we are going to sign a free agent first baseman, I would prefer Jose Abreu on a 1 or 2 year deal. I would trade LMJ to the Pirates in a heartbeat for Reynolds. If Brantley would accept a part-time role, I would sign him as a platoon partner for Chas in LF. Add Seth Lugo and Chafin. Subtract Montero and Smith. Pena SS Reynolds CF Alvarez DH Bregman 3B Tucker RF Abreu 1B Altuve 2B McCormick/Brantley LF Lee or Y. Diaz at C with Maldonado as backup Bench - Lee or Y. Diaz, McCormick/Brantley, Hensley, Maldonado, Leon? SPs: Framber Javier Garcia Brown Urquidy RP: Lugo Chafin Neris Stanik Abreu Pressley Martinez Dubin I like that idea too, but I feel like, if we could get Bell, it would be hard to pass on that. |
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Post by olpapa on Nov 4, 2022 12:50:29 GMT -6
I have hope that Yanier Diaz will ultimately be Yuli’s replacement. I would hate to sign Bell to a multi-year contract and have him block Y. Diaz. If we are going to sign a free agent first baseman, I would prefer Jose Abreu on a 1 or 2 year deal. I would trade LMJ to the Pirates in a heartbeat for Reynolds. If Brantley would accept a part-time role, I would sign him as a platoon partner for Chas in LF. Add Seth Lugo and Chafin. Subtract Montero and Smith. Pena SS Reynolds CF Alvarez DH Bregman 3B Tucker RF Abreu 1B Altuve 2B McCormick/Brantley LF Lee or Y. Diaz at C with Maldonado as backup Bench - Lee or Y. Diaz, McCormick/Brantley, Hensley, Maldonado, Leon? SPs: Framber Javier Garcia Brown Urquidy RP: Lugo Chafin Neris Stanik Abreu Pressley Martinez Dubin I like that idea too, but I feel like, if we could get Bell, it would be hard to pass on that. Wait. Is Bell American born? |
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Post by Saint on Nov 4, 2022 12:55:58 GMT -6
I like that idea too, but I feel like, if we could get Bell, it would be hard to pass on that. Wait. Is Bell American born? From right here in Irving, yes sir. |
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Post by olpapa on Nov 4, 2022 13:04:32 GMT -6
Wait. Is Bell American born? From right here in Irving, yes sir. Well, the Rangers already have Lowe. Maybe Bell would want to sign with Houston. |
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Post by olpapa on Nov 4, 2022 13:06:18 GMT -6
I wonder if Yuli could still play a decent enough 3B and 2B to be a backup at those positions next season.
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Post by thomasj13 on Nov 4, 2022 13:12:24 GMT -6
I like that idea too, but I feel like, if we could get Bell, it would be hard to pass on that. Wait. Is Bell American born? Irving, Texas...and went to UT... If the Astros signed Bell and re-signed Brantley....and kept Baker.... That's a lot of B's... |
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Post by bearbryant on Nov 4, 2022 13:16:57 GMT -6
Chas is a durable solid all-around player with tons of value since he's so cheap (and will be for a while). I feel like I've been a big supporter of Chas. But, if they can get an improvement in CF, they should. Look at our bench. We have zero depth. Our best offensive player past our starters is a rookie with 8 games played in the league before the postseason. Fortunately, we have one of the best starting lineups in baseball when you look at combined offense and defense. Still doesn't mean we don't need some depth. And I'm not talking Dubon and Diaz kind of depth. I just don't think Pittsburgh's gonna trade us Bryan Reynolds. Every indication I've read says he's not going anywhere. For me, it's a matter of usually being the case that we have to work with a roster that's less than ideal. It's not about Chas not getting enough recognition and whether that's fair
I'm also pretty sure Chas has earned his stripes with Dusty by now. He's been tough on him, but lots of managers have a grunt mentality when it comes to some of their ballplayers
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Post by koolade2 on Nov 4, 2022 13:26:52 GMT -6
Chas is a durable solid all-around player with tons of value since he's so cheap (and will be for a while). I feel like I've been a big supporter of Chas. But, if they can get an improvement in CF, they should. Look at our bench. We have zero depth. Our best offensive player past our starters is a rookie with 8 games played in the league before the postseason. Fortunately, we have one of the best starting lineups in baseball when you look at combined offense and defense. Still doesn't mean we don't need some depth. And I'm not talking Dubon and Diaz kind of depth. I just don't think Pittsburgh's gonna trade us Bryan Reynolds. Every indication I've read says he's not going anywhere. For me, it's a matter of usually being the case that we have to work with a roster that's less than ideal. It's not about Chas not getting enough recognition and whether that's fair
I'm also pretty sure Chas has earned his stripes with Dusty by now. He's been tough on him, but lots of managers have a grunt mentality when it comes to some of their ballplayers
I would say after last night catch that possible saved a WS title for Dusty his attitude should change. |
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Post by Saint on Nov 4, 2022 14:02:45 GMT -6
From right here in Irving, yes sir. Well, the Rangers already have Lowe. Maybe Bell would want to sign with Houston. I recall reading somewhere that Bell acknowledged Houston as being a logical team for him. I think his wife is from here even.... Something like that. |
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Post by Saint on Nov 4, 2022 14:03:19 GMT -6
I wonder if Yuli could still play a decent enough 3B and 2B to be a backup at those positions next season. I'm sure he could cover 2B well enough. |
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Post by Saint on Nov 4, 2022 14:04:22 GMT -6
Chas is a durable solid all-around player with tons of value since he's so cheap (and will be for a while). I feel like I've been a big supporter of Chas. But, if they can get an improvement in CF, they should. Look at our bench. We have zero depth. Our best offensive player past our starters is a rookie with 8 games played in the league before the postseason. Fortunately, we have one of the best starting lineups in baseball when you look at combined offense and defense. Still doesn't mean we don't need some depth. And I'm not talking Dubon and Diaz kind of depth. I just don't think Pittsburgh's gonna trade us Bryan Reynolds. Every indication I've read says he's not going anywhere. For me, it's a matter of usually being the case that we have to work with a roster that's less than ideal. It's not about Chas not getting enough recognition and whether that's fair
I'm also pretty sure Chas has earned his stripes with Dusty by now. He's been tough on him, but lots of managers have a grunt mentality when it comes to some of their ballplayers
I certainly won't lose sleep if Chas stays our full-time CFer next year. |
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Post by unionstation82 on Nov 4, 2022 14:54:25 GMT -6
I just don't think Pittsburgh's gonna trade us Bryan Reynolds. Every indication I've read says he's not going anywhere. For me, it's a matter of usually being the case that we have to work with a roster that's less than ideal. It's not about Chas not getting enough recognition and whether that's fair
I'm also pretty sure Chas has earned his stripes with Dusty by now. He's been tough on him, but lots of managers have a grunt mentality when it comes to some of their ballplayers
I certainly won't lose sleep if Chas stays our full-time CFer next year. It’s totally fine with Bell. |
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Post by olpapa on Nov 4, 2022 19:55:29 GMT -6
I just don't think Pittsburgh's gonna trade us Bryan Reynolds. Every indication I've read says he's not going anywhere. For me, it's a matter of usually being the case that we have to work with a roster that's less than ideal. It's not about Chas not getting enough recognition and whether that's fair
I'm also pretty sure Chas has earned his stripes with Dusty by now. He's been tough on him, but lots of managers have a grunt mentality when it comes to some of their ballplayers
I would say after last night catch that possible saved a WS title for Dusty his attitude should change. You are probably right about Reynolds. The D’Backs have a glut of left hand hitting outfielders…. and they need pitchers. It would probably be easier to trade for one of their lefty hitting outfielders to platoon with Chas in center field and re-sign Brantley to share LF/DH duties with Alvarez. |
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Post by abregmanfan on Nov 4, 2022 20:14:00 GMT -6
Can't believe I am saying this, but I want Yuli back.
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Post by Ashitaka on Nov 4, 2022 20:20:24 GMT -6
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Post by Ashitaka on Nov 4, 2022 20:45:49 GMT -6
I know the "he looked bad for a few months so it's time to give up on him" folks don't want to hear it, but Jake Meyers is still a very good CF prospect and I assure you the Astros have not given up on him yet. Between that and Chas' emergence, plus drafting Gilbert and Melton, there is very little chance they do anything of significance with the CF situation. They will probably do something so that Yordan doesn't have to play OF more than once or twice a week, but don't expect a CF pickup. Dubon has four years of control left, so I wouldn't even necessarily expect them to pickup a bench CF either.
I expect a new 1B. I'm glad Yuli is having a nice playoff run but it's too big of a risk to keep relying on him at a position that demands offense. I really love the guy but it's time to move forward. 1B is the one are where they clearly need an upgrade and their are plenty of interesting options available on both the free agent and trade markets.
Barring a trade, I think a Brantley resigning just makes too much sense. He may only cost $10 million for one year or so; meanwhile Nimmo, as the only other really legit impact OF aside from Judge, will be getting a very large contract + cost a draft pick. I'd rather resign Brantley on the cheap and extend Tucker.
I'm thinking they pursue both Josh Bell and Jose Abreu. I could see them looking at Rizzo as well. Mancini would probably be the fallback option. Some trade options too; Arizona might look to sell high on Christian Walker's final two seasons and move him.
They'll replace Montero with someone, and might get another reliever, though they could just be waiting for Blake Taylor to be healthy again (ugh).
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Post by abregmanfan on Nov 4, 2022 21:09:30 GMT -6
I know the "he looked bad for a few months so it's time to give up on him" folks don't want to hear it, but Jake Meyers is still a very good CF prospect and I assure you the Astros have not given up on him yet. Between that and Chas' emergence, plus drafting Gilbert and Melton, there is very little chance they do anything of significance with the CF situation. They will probably do something so that Yordan doesn't have to play OF more than once or twice a week, but don't expect a CF pickup. Dubon has four years of control left, so I wouldn't even necessarily expect them to pickup a bench CF either. I expect a new 1B. I'm glad Yuli is having a nice playoff run but it's too big of a risk to keep relying on him at a position that demands offense. I really love the guy but it's time to move forward. 1B is the one are where they clearly need an upgrade and their are plenty of interesting options available on both the free agent and trade markets. Barring a trade, I think a Brantley resigning just makes too much sense. He may only cost $10 million for one year or so; meanwhile Nimmo, as the only other really legit impact OF aside from Judge, will be getting a very large contract + cost a draft pick. I'd rather resign Brantley on the cheap and extend Tucker. I'm thinking they pursue both Josh Bell and Jose Abreu. I could see them looking at Rizzo as well. Mancini would probably be the fallback option. Some trade options too; Arizona might look to sell high on Christian Walker's final two seasons and move him. They'll replace Montero with someone, and might get another reliever, though they could just be waiting for Blake Taylor to be healthy again (ugh). Chas>Meyers |
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Post by unionstation82 on Nov 4, 2022 21:19:44 GMT -6
I know the "he looked bad for a few months so it's time to give up on him" folks don't want to hear it, but Jake Meyers is still a very good CF prospect and I assure you the Astros have not given up on him yet. Between that and Chas' emergence, plus drafting Gilbert and Melton, there is very little chance they do anything of significance with the CF situation. They will probably do something so that Yordan doesn't have to play OF more than once or twice a week, but don't expect a CF pickup. Dubon has four years of control left, so I wouldn't even necessarily expect them to pickup a bench CF either. I expect a new 1B. I'm glad Yuli is having a nice playoff run but it's too big of a risk to keep relying on him at a position that demands offense. I really love the guy but it's time to move forward. 1B is the one are where they clearly need an upgrade and their are plenty of interesting options available on both the free agent and trade markets. Barring a trade, I think a Brantley resigning just makes too much sense. He may only cost $10 million for one year or so; meanwhile Nimmo, as the only other really legit impact OF aside from Judge, will be getting a very large contract + cost a draft pick. I'd rather resign Brantley on the cheap and extend Tucker. I'm thinking they pursue both Josh Bell and Jose Abreu. I could see them looking at Rizzo as well. Mancini would probably be the fallback option. Some trade options too; Arizona might look to sell high on Christian Walker's final two seasons and move him. They'll replace Montero with someone, and might get another reliever, though they could just be waiting for Blake Taylor to be healthy again (ugh). Boy, you were mad at life and now telling us to embrace no-hitting Meyers? |
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Post by olpapa on Nov 4, 2022 21:38:20 GMT -6
I know the "he looked bad for a few months so it's time to give up on him" folks don't want to hear it, but Jake Meyers is still a very good CF prospect and I assure you the Astros have not given up on him yet. Between that and Chas' emergence, plus drafting Gilbert and Melton, there is very little chance they do anything of significance with the CF situation. They will probably do something so that Yordan doesn't have to play OF more than once or twice a week, but don't expect a CF pickup. Dubon has four years of control left, so I wouldn't even necessarily expect them to pickup a bench CF either. I expect a new 1B. I'm glad Yuli is having a nice playoff run but it's too big of a risk to keep relying on him at a position that demands offense. I really love the guy but it's time to move forward. 1B is the one are where they clearly need an upgrade and their are plenty of interesting options available on both the free agent and trade markets. Barring a trade, I think a Brantley resigning just makes too much sense. He may only cost $10 million for one year or so; meanwhile Nimmo, as the only other really legit impact OF aside from Judge, will be getting a very large contract + cost a draft pick. I'd rather resign Brantley on the cheap and extend Tucker. I'm thinking they pursue both Josh Bell and Jose Abreu. I could see them looking at Rizzo as well. Mancini would probably be the fallback option. Some trade options too; Arizona might look to sell high on Christian Walker's final two seasons and move him. They'll replace Montero with someone, and might get another reliever, though they could just be waiting for Blake Taylor to be healthy again (ugh). Meyers had a torn labrum in his left shoulder. If I understand correctly, since Meyers is a left handed thrower and a right handed batter, a tear in the labrum of his left shoulder can hinder both his throwing and batting even after surgery to repair the injury. It ultimately could be career ending for him. He is not the player he was before the injury. |
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Post by ɮօʀȶǟʐ on Nov 4, 2022 21:53:18 GMT -6
Why is everyone so down on Montero?
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Post by Saint on Nov 4, 2022 22:25:20 GMT -6
Meyers might be great but he's going to need earn playing time again. Chas, if no CF moves are made, deserves the starting role.
I'm not convinced we NEED a new CF. But we need a bat somewhere. 1B, LF, or CF. We know we won't get it at catcher next year.
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Post by Saint on Nov 4, 2022 22:26:32 GMT -6
Why is everyone so down on Montero? I'm not down on him. I just think they've seen him a lot and he isn't as effective as Abreu or Pressly. Might be time for a new arm to get a chance. |
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Post by ɮօʀȶǟʐ on Nov 4, 2022 23:26:02 GMT -6
Justin Verlander has been named both the AL Comeback Player of the Year and AL Outstanding Pitcher as part of the Major League Baseball Players Association Player's Choice Awards.
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Post by bearbryant on Nov 5, 2022 2:55:30 GMT -6
Why is everyone so down on Montero? I'm not down on him. I just think they've seen him a lot and he isn't as effective as Abreu or Pressly. Might be time for a new arm to get a chance. There's an odd possibility we could win the WS while the arm with the lowest ERA on the staff during the regular season pitched 1.0 IP. Despite the fact he broke the club record for lowest ERA |
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Post by bearbryant on Nov 5, 2022 3:04:49 GMT -6
Meyers might be great but he's going to need earn playing time again. Chas, if no CF moves are made, deserves the starting role. I'm not convinced we NEED a new CF. But we need a bat somewhere. 1B, LF, or CF. We know we won't get it at catcher next year. The bat we add at either 1B, LF or CF needs to be someone we can bank on giving us 500 ABs next year. Bell is the most likely candidate who'd do that I think and the easiest to acquire of everyone that's been mentioned, provided he wants to play here |
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Post by olpapa on Nov 5, 2022 7:31:31 GMT -6
Meyers might be great but he's going to need earn playing time again. Chas, if no CF moves are made, deserves the starting role. I'm not convinced we NEED a new CF. But we need a bat somewhere. 1B, LF, or CF. We know we won't get it at catcher next year. I agree with you that Meyers has got to earn playing time again. As far as the glove work goes, I’m fine with Chas in centerfield, but if he is going to be our full-time centerfielder he needs to be able to hit right handed pitchers. He just looks awful trying to hit a decent RHP. I agree. We do need at least one more bat in the lineup…, preferably two. I think Uncle Mike can be one of those bats, if we re-sign him. Either Bell or Jose Abreu could be another. We also need some bats on the bench. I’m confident that Hensley can be one of those. I’ve got to believe that either of Lee or Y. Diaz would be better with the bat than Castro was. It would be great if Pedro Leon could realize his potential and become a platoon partner for Chas in CF or the full-time centerfielder with Brantley in LF and Chas as the 4th outfielder. I would have no problem with Yuli in a backup role, if he can play a position other than 1B. |
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