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Post by nathangarza29 on Nov 30, 2018 18:44:10 GMT -6
Yan Gomes to the Nationals
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Post by ɮօʀȶǟʐ on Nov 30, 2018 18:47:20 GMT -6
55 years? Damn, son...you plan ahead thomasj13 |
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Post by thomasj13 on Nov 30, 2018 19:03:09 GMT -6
55 years? Damn, son...you plan ahead thomasj13Some people have a 5 year plan, I say 55.... |
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Post by unionstation82 on Nov 30, 2018 19:15:04 GMT -6
I'd rather look at Gio Gonzalez and Clay Buchholz as cheaper potential options. Gio was a CY contender as recently as 2017 and has demonstrated a ton of durability. He's the definition of a quality #3-#4 pitcher that could probably be signed to a reasonable 2-3 year deal. González, Buchholz, or Santana would be quality additions. |
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Post by unionstation82 on Nov 30, 2018 19:16:12 GMT -6
Like I said, Realmuto is a luxury move and not necessary.
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Post by thomasj13 on Nov 30, 2018 19:21:29 GMT -6
I'd rather look at Gio Gonzalez and Clay Buchholz as cheaper potential options. Gio was a CY contender as recently as 2017 and has demonstrated a ton of durability. He's the definition of a quality #3-#4 pitcher that could probably be signed to a reasonable 2-3 year deal. González, Buchholz, or Santana would be quality additions. I don't think Gio is the type of pitcher that Luhnow and Strom sought after... probably why the Astros never tried to extend Keuchel either. |
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Post by unionstation82 on Nov 30, 2018 19:35:56 GMT -6
González, Buchholz, or Santana would be quality additions. I don't think Gio is the type of pitcher that Luhnow and Strom sought after... probably why the Astros never tried to extend Keuchel either. Which is weird because Luhnow used to be all about the low velocity hurlers. |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 30, 2018 19:42:51 GMT -6
I don't think Gio is the type of pitcher that Luhnow and Strom sought after... probably why the Astros never tried to extend Keuchel either. Which is weird because Luhnow used to be all about the low velocity hurlers. That is true. I think he figured out what Strom can do with high velocity fastball & curveball/slider guys like JV, Cole & Morton. I'm sure he would only go after those types now i.e. Eovaldi. |
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Post by nathangarza29 on Nov 30, 2018 20:01:34 GMT -6
Shelby Miller and Xavier Cedeno are fa
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Post by ɮօʀȶǟʐ on Nov 30, 2018 20:20:31 GMT -6
Hermann got non-tendered.
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Post by nathangarza29 on Nov 30, 2018 21:31:56 GMT -6
Heyman's report noted that the Astros are willing to include Kyle Tucker, MLB Pipeline's No. 5 overall prospect, for Realmuto. If this is the case, Houston may indeed be among the front-runner.
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Post by blcoach8 on Nov 30, 2018 22:45:18 GMT -6
Heyman's report noted that the Astros are willing to include Kyle Tucker, MLB Pipeline's No. 5 overall prospect, for Realmuto. If this is the case, Houston may indeed be among the front-runner. I hope Luhnow makes the smart decision and keeps Tucker. |
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Post by nathangarza29 on Nov 30, 2018 23:31:00 GMT -6
Heyman's report noted that the Astros are willing to include Kyle Tucker, MLB Pipeline's No. 5 overall prospect, for Realmuto. If this is the case, Houston may indeed be among the front-runner. I hope Luhnow makes the smart decision and keeps Tucker. As you know I'm fighting for Realmuto. Long term solution. |
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Post by nathangarza29 on Nov 30, 2018 23:46:43 GMT -6
I'm just being honest if they do this deal it wont be the last.
I think if this deal goes threw they might I mean might try for both Grienke and Goldschmidt if they can get the money down on Grienke by sweetening the pot.
I just dont see the Mets doing a deal for what we have if Tucker is gone.
I think this trade that the Mets are doing with Seattle might make them take the Prospect trade
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Post by marshall on Dec 1, 2018 0:33:13 GMT -6
Heyman's report noted that the Astros are willing to include Kyle Tucker, MLB Pipeline's No. 5 overall prospect, for Realmuto. If this is the case, Houston may indeed be among the front-runner. I would expect something in addition to Realmuto if Tucker is included. |
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Post by blcoach8 on Dec 1, 2018 0:35:31 GMT -6
I hope Luhnow makes the smart decision and keeps Tucker. As you know I'm fighting for Realmuto. Long term solution. We would only have him locked down for two years...that is not a long-term solution. We should not trade Tucker for only two guaranteed years of Realmuto |
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Post by blcoach8 on Dec 1, 2018 0:36:55 GMT -6
Heyman's report noted that the Astros are willing to include Kyle Tucker, MLB Pipeline's No. 5 overall prospect, for Realmuto. If this is the case, Houston may indeed be among the front-runner. I would expect something in addition to Realmuto if Tucker is included. I hope Luhnow has the good sense not to deal Tucker for only two years of Realmuto. Makes much more sense to keep Tucker and sign a free agent catcher. |
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Post by unionstation82 on Dec 1, 2018 6:09:46 GMT -6
The Astros seem to be lusting for Realmuto. I guess their patience for Tucker lessened after his brief major league stint last season. They’ll probably sign Brantley, Pollock, McCutchen, or Cruz now.
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Post by ɮօʀȶǟʐ on Dec 1, 2018 8:04:21 GMT -6
Fiers just became a FA. 🥺
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Post by unionstation82 on Dec 1, 2018 8:38:55 GMT -6
Fiers just became a FA. 🥺 The missing piece... |
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Post by blcoach8 on Dec 1, 2018 9:02:38 GMT -6
Fiers just became a FA. 🥺 I hope a contract with the Rangers is in his future. |
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Post by thomasj13 on Dec 1, 2018 11:25:19 GMT -6
Fiers just became a FA. 🥺 I hope a contract with the Rangers is in his future. Perfect match.... |
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Post by thomasj13 on Dec 1, 2018 11:35:46 GMT -6
The Astros seem to be lusting for Realmuto. I guess their patience for Tucker lessened after his brief major league stint last season. They’ll probably sign Brantley, Pollock, McCutchen, or Cruz now. Hopefully that is not the case....Hitting wise, I think they need a Catcher and a DH.....Catcher, I prefer Ramos....does not cost a prospects.....DH, you could go Cruz or trade for Jose Martinez, if the Cardinals are not asking too much for a player that can't play defense..... Or, the Astros could solve DH and split OF - with signing Pollock and Brantley, two players that probably need to spend time on the DH, given how often injured they are....and Brantley even more so because he is not that great of an OF.... However, I think both Pollock and Brantley, given their points in the careers, would want a longer/more expensive contract, and don't see that matching up future contracts of Springer, Correa and Bregman in years to come. |
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Post by nathangarza29 on Dec 1, 2018 11:53:14 GMT -6
I lean towards Brantley.
I would trust him more in LF
With his bat and Realmuto added you can try and rptect yourself with a Guy like Avisail Garcia Or Derek Dietrich.
I think Kemp will be traded. Just for some reason after some of the Articles I've read it seems like he is to limited for the Astros.
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Post by thomasj13 on Dec 1, 2018 13:09:02 GMT -6
I lean towards Brantley. I would trust him more in LF With his bat and Realmuto added you can try and rptect yourself with a Guy like Avisail Garcia Or Derek Dietrich. I think Kemp will be traded. Just for some reason after some of the Articles I've read it seems like he is to limited for the Astros. I like Kemp because of his speed and OBP, and seems to hit it when you need it....but he shouldn't be in the OF, definitely not in late innings or a SF situation, because of his arm.....he is a 2B, but he is blocked rightfully so by Altuve... |
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Post by olpapa on Dec 1, 2018 15:06:05 GMT -6
This from MLBTR:
“The Astros tendered contracts to ten players before yesterday’s deadline, most of whom were fairly safe bets to return to Houston. Outfielder Jake Marisnick was one on-the-bubble candidate, but he returns for a third season of arbitration eligibility in Houston. Marisnick has struggled at the dish, carrying a career .226/.278/.374 line into 2019, but he is an elite defensive center fielder, a valuable asset for the Astros, who never seem wholly comfortable leaving George Springer full-time in center. Marisnick does have one option remaining*, so Houston can send him down to Triple A without exposing him to waivers. The Athletic’s Jake Kaplan (subscription link) also notes that fellow benchmates Tyler White and Tony Kemp are without options, limiting flexibility for GM Jeff Luhnow. None of the three would net much of a return on the trade market on their own, though all three are cheap and useful enough to be included as a complimentary piece to a larger deal. The Astros do have options in the minor leagues should they deal Marisnick, most notably Myles Straw, who could replace Marisnick as the speed and defense option in center off the bench.
Both Kaplan and Fancred’s Jon Heyman suggest the Astros are looking for a primary catching option to top the depth chart ahead of Max Stassi. The Marlins J.T. Realmuto is the dream get, but Houston has thus-far refused to surrender star pitching prospect Forrest Whitley. Heyman notes that they may be willing to part with outfielder Kyle Tucker, a likely must-have for Miami in any package for Realmuto.”
Based on everything I have read here is my prediction:
1. Luhnow will trade Tucker and a couple of our lower Top 30 prospect to Miami for Realmuto.
2. He will trade a package of Bukauskas plus some combination of lower prospects and/or White, Jake or Kemp for Goldschmidt.
3. He will sign one of the top FA starting pitchers..., probably Eovaldi.
4. He will not trade Josh James or Whitley.
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Post by blcoach8 on Dec 1, 2018 15:09:23 GMT -6
I lean towards Brantley. I would trust him more in LF With his bat and Realmuto added you can try and rptect yourself with a Guy like Avisail Garcia Or Derek Dietrich. I think Kemp will be traded. Just for some reason after some of the Articles I've read it seems like he is to limited for the Astros. I like Kemp because of his speed and OBP, and seems to hit it when you need it....but he shouldn't be in the OF, definitely not in late innings or a SF situation, because of his arm.....he is a 2B, but he is blocked rightfully so by Altuve... I keep seeing where the Marlins want Jamesl and Perez included with Tucker in a deal for Realmuto......surely Luhnow is not that stupid. Tucker and two great pitching prospects for a catcher with only two years of club control would be insane. If Luhnow would agree to that, Crane needs to fire him. |
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Post by thomasj13 on Dec 1, 2018 15:09:44 GMT -6
This from MLBTR: “The Astros tendered contracts to ten players before yesterday’s deadline, most of whom were fairly safe bets to return to Houston. Outfielder Jake Marisnick was one on-the-bubble candidate, but he returns for a third season of arbitration eligibility in Houston. Marisnick has struggled at the dish, carrying a career .226/.278/.374 line into 2019, but he is an elite defensive center fielder, a valuable asset for the Astros, who never seem wholly comfortable leaving George Springer full-time in center. Marisnick does have one option remaining*, so Houston can send him down to Triple A without exposing him to waivers. The Athletic’s Jake Kaplan (subscription link) also notes that fellow benchmates Tyler White and Tony Kemp are without options, limiting flexibility for GM Jeff Luhnow. None of the three would net much of a return on the trade market on their own, though all three are cheap and useful enough to be included as a complimentary piece to a larger deal. The Astros do have options in the minor leagues should they deal Marisnick, most notably Myles Straw, who could replace Marisnick as the speed and defense option in center off the bench. Both Kaplan and Fancred’s Jon Heyman suggest the Astros are looking for a primary catching option to top the depth chart ahead of Max Stassi. The Marlins J.T. Realmuto is the dream get, but Houston has thus-far refused to surrender star pitching prospect Forrest Whitley. Heyman notes that they may be willing to part with outfielder Kyle Tucker, a likely must-have for Miami in any package for Realmuto.” Based on everything I have read here is my prediction: 1. Luhnow will trade Tucker and a couple of our lower Top 30 prospect to Miami for Realmuto. 2. He will trade a package of Bukaukus plus some combination of lower prospects and/or White, Jake or Kemp for Goldschmidt. 3. He will sign one of the top FA starting pitchers..., probably Eovaldi. 4. He will not trade Josh James or Whitley. I hope only 3 and 4 happen. |
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Post by blcoach8 on Dec 1, 2018 15:14:20 GMT -6
This from MLBTR: “The Astros tendered contracts to ten players before yesterday’s deadline, most of whom were fairly safe bets to return to Houston. Outfielder Jake Marisnick was one on-the-bubble candidate, but he returns for a third season of arbitration eligibility in Houston. Marisnick has struggled at the dish, carrying a career .226/.278/.374 line into 2019, but he is an elite defensive center fielder, a valuable asset for the Astros, who never seem wholly comfortable leaving George Springer full-time in center. Marisnick does have one option remaining*, so Houston can send him down to Triple A without exposing him to waivers. The Athletic’s Jake Kaplan (subscription link) also notes that fellow benchmates Tyler White and Tony Kemp are without options, limiting flexibility for GM Jeff Luhnow. None of the three would net much of a return on the trade market on their own, though all three are cheap and useful enough to be included as a complimentary piece to a larger deal. The Astros do have options in the minor leagues should they deal Marisnick, most notably Myles Straw, who could replace Marisnick as the speed and defense option in center off the bench. Both Kaplan and Fancred’s Jon Heyman suggest the Astros are looking for a primary catching option to top the depth chart ahead of Max Stassi. The Marlins J.T. Realmuto is the dream get, but Houston has thus-far refused to surrender star pitching prospect Forrest Whitley. Heyman notes that they may be willing to part with outfielder Kyle Tucker, a likely must-have for Miami in any package for Realmuto.” Based on everything I have read here is my prediction: 1. Luhnow will trade Tucker and a couple of our lower Top 30 prospect to Miami for Realmuto. 2. He will trade a package of Bukauskas plus some combination of lower prospects and/or White, Jake or Kemp for Goldschmidt. 3. He will sign one of the top FA starting pitchers..., probably Eovaldi. 4. He will not trade Josh James or Whitley. 1.If I heard correctly and the Marlins want Tucker, James, and Perez all three for Realmuto, I don't think that deal is done. 2. I would definitely do that trade for Goldschmidt, but, I'd keep Jake out of the deal. Let them have Kemp, White, and a couple of prospects. If this deal is done, I don't think we try to sign Nelson Cruz and let Gurriel DH. 3.Sign Eovaldi 3. Keep James and Whitley 4. I still think we need to add an outfielder. |
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Post by nathangarza29 on Dec 1, 2018 15:20:54 GMT -6
Trade for Realmuto
Trade for Goldshmidt
Sign Evoildi
Sign Cruz
Trade Yuli
Sign some complaintary pieces for the BP
Sign Brantley and Avisail Garcia or Derek Dietrich always have a plan.
It's not out of the Realm of possability.
Been saying the same tune all along.
I think they will explore moving Yuli if they get Goldschmidt. And if Tyler white is part of a deal for Goldy then Cruz would be a nice add.
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