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Post by blcoach8 on Dec 13, 2018 14:40:44 GMT -6
As high as Luhnow has been on Britton, I would be surprised if he isn't talking to him, presuming he's healthy. A healthy Britton would look good in our pen. Lunhow says Lefty In Pen not an Issue. CIONAL PEREZ AND FRAMBER VALDEZ HAVE THIS COVERED i hope he's right, but, both are unproven at the major league level. |
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Post by m240 on Dec 13, 2018 14:50:17 GMT -6
Lunhow says Lefty In Pen not an Issue. CIONAL PEREZ AND FRAMBER VALDEZ HAVE THIS COVERED i hope he's right, but, both are unproven at the major league level. Britton also said he wants to be assured he has the inside shot at the ninth inning. I do not think we play that game. Having him though would allow us to have a fireman and a closer. |
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Post by blcoach8 on Dec 13, 2018 14:52:08 GMT -6
i hope he's right, but, both are unproven at the major league level. Britton also said he wants to be assured he has the inside shot at the ninth inning. I do not think we play that game. Having him though would allow us to have a fireman and a closer. I would not commit to making Britton or anyone else the closer. Use whoever fits the situation. |
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Post by nathangarza29 on Dec 13, 2018 14:53:49 GMT -6
I wonder if Nelson Cruz would except 2yrs 20million? And Micheal Brantley would except 3yrs 45million? The only way to find out is offer it and find out. You would be expecting Cruz to accept a $4 million cut in salary per year. I think he will come for the ring. 10per is fair for his age it's about that |
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Post by m240 on Dec 13, 2018 14:59:02 GMT -6
The only way to find out is offer it and find out. You would be expecting Cruz to accept a $4 million cut in salary per year. I think he will come for the ring. 10per is fair for his age it's about that they are talking about Cruz going to the Rays. If he does that he does not care about getting a ring. They had literally everything go right for them last year and only won 90 games. |
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Post by olpapa on Dec 13, 2018 14:59:38 GMT -6
Looks like we are out of the race (at least right now) for Realmuto. From mlbtr:
“The Marlins have made some progress in winnowing the field for backstop J.T. Realmuto, per Clark Spencer of the Miami Herald (via Twitter). Still, though, six teams remain involved, per the report: the Reds, Mets, Rays, Braves, Dodgers, and Padres.”
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Post by blcoach8 on Dec 13, 2018 15:10:23 GMT -6
Looks like we are out of the race (at least right now) for Realmuto. From mlbtr: “The Marlins have made some progress in winnowing the field for backstop J.T. Realmuto, per Clark Spencer of the Miami Herald (via Twitter). Still, though, six teams remain involved, per the report: the Reds, Mets, Rays, Braves, Dodgers, and Padres.” i don't mind missing out on Realmuto,but, I do mind missing out on getting a quality DH and starting pitcher. I want to see us win something other than the AL West. |
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Post by m240 on Dec 13, 2018 15:15:24 GMT -6
Looks like we are out of the race (at least right now) for Realmuto. From mlbtr: “The Marlins have made some progress in winnowing the field for backstop J.T. Realmuto, per Clark Spencer of the Miami Herald (via Twitter). Still, though, six teams remain involved, per the report: the Reds, Mets, Rays, Braves, Dodgers, and Padres.” i don't mind missing out on Realmuto,but, I do mind missing out on getting a quality DH and starting pitcher. I want to see us win something other than the AL West. Grienke |
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Post by blcoach8 on Dec 13, 2018 15:20:28 GMT -6
i don't mind missing out on Realmuto,but, I do mind missing out on getting a quality DH and starting pitcher. I want to see us win something other than the AL West. Grienke He is still available and a good option. I don't think the guys on mlb network are as high on Keuchel as Keuchel and Boras are.  |
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Post by olpapa on Dec 13, 2018 15:23:58 GMT -6
Looks like we are out of the race (at least right now) for Realmuto. From mlbtr: “The Marlins have made some progress in winnowing the field for backstop J.T. Realmuto, per Clark Spencer of the Miami Herald (via Twitter). Still, though, six teams remain involved, per the report: the Reds, Mets, Rays, Braves, Dodgers, and Padres.” i don't mind missing out on Realmuto,but, I do mind missing out on getting a quality DH and starting pitcher. I want to see us win something other than the AL West. I’m thinking Luhnow considers the price of Tucker + other top prospects to be too much to pay for Realmuto considering the options available this offseason. I would like to have Realmuto on the ‘stros, but I would prefer to keep Tucker, Corbin Martin, Stubbs and whoever else the Marlins are demanding. I’m not concerned that Luhnow didn’t get a deal done at the winter meetings. Still a lot of time left before ST. |
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Post by blcoach8 on Dec 13, 2018 15:28:22 GMT -6
i don't mind missing out on Realmuto,but, I do mind missing out on getting a quality DH and starting pitcher. I want to see us win something other than the AL West. I’m thinking Luhnow considers the price of Tucker + other top prospects to be too much to pay for Realmuto considering the options available this offseason. I would like to have Realmuto on the ‘stros, but I would prefer to keep Tucker, Corbin Martin, Stubbs and whoever else the Marlins are demanding. I’m not concerned that Luhnow didn’t get a deal done at the winter meetings. Still a lot of time left before ST. One thing that scares me if Luhnow doesn't get something done now is that he and Crane are banking on getting Bryce Harper, which I think will cost way too much money. I simply don't think Harper wants to play in Houston. He thinks he's too important for that. |
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Post by olpapa on Dec 13, 2018 15:30:09 GMT -6
He is still available and a good option. I don't think the guys on mlb network are as high on Keuchel as Keuchel and Boras are. Has any Boras client signed this offseason? I will LMAO if a bunch of his clients end up losing money again this offseason due to the owners not buying his spiel like they did in years past. |
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Post by olpapa on Dec 13, 2018 15:42:51 GMT -6
I’m thinking Luhnow considers the price of Tucker + other top prospects to be too much to pay for Realmuto considering the options available this offseason. I would like to have Realmuto on the ‘stros, but I would prefer to keep Tucker, Corbin Martin, Stubbs and whoever else the Marlins are demanding. I’m not concerned that Luhnow didn’t get a deal done at the winter meetings. Still a lot of time left before ST. One thing that scares me if Luhnow doesn't get something done now is that he and Crane are banking on getting Bryce Harper, which I think will cost way too much money. I simply don't think Harper wants to play in Houston. He thinks he's too important for that. Don’t be deceived by Voodoo’s persistent nonsense. There is no way that Luhnow and Crane are going to sign Harper to a 10-year, $300+ million contract that would jeopardize their chances of re-signing JV and Cole next offseason and jeopardize their chances of extending Springer, Correa, Bregman and LMJ in a few years. They MIGHT take that kind of chance if we were talking about signing Mike Trout. Harper is not Mike Trout...not even close. |
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Post by Saint on Dec 13, 2018 15:50:26 GMT -6
One thing that scares me if Luhnow doesn't get something done now is that he and Crane are banking on getting Bryce Harper, which I think will cost way too much money. I simply don't think Harper wants to play in Houston. He thinks he's too important for that. Don’t be deceived by Voodoo’s persistent nonsense. There is no way that Luhnow and Crane are going to sign Harper to a 10-year, $300+ million contract that would jeopardize their chances of re-signing JV and Cole next offseason and jeopardize their chances of extending Springer, Correa, Bregman and LMJ in a few years. They MIGHT take that kind of chance if we were talking about signing Mike Trout. Harper is not Mike Trout...not even close. I don't THINK we'll get him, but it wouldnt surprise me given our interest last season and the uncertainty of Correa. |
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Post by ɮօʀȶǟʐ on Dec 13, 2018 15:53:53 GMT -6
I read on Bleacher Report that Boras is rumored to be demanding north of $400mm for Harper.
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Post by blcoach8 on Dec 13, 2018 16:11:25 GMT -6
One thing that scares me if Luhnow doesn't get something done now is that he and Crane are banking on getting Bryce Harper, which I think will cost way too much money. I simply don't think Harper wants to play in Houston. He thinks he's too important for that. Don’t be deceived by Voodoo’s persistent nonsense. There is no way that Luhnow and Crane are going to sign Harper to a 10-year, $300+ million contract that would jeopardize their chances of re-signing JV and Cole next offseason and jeopardize their chances of extending Springer, Correa, Bregman and LMJ in a few years. They MIGHT take that kind of chance if we were talking about signing Mike Trout. Harper is not Mike Trout...not even close. This is basically what I have thought, too. I can't see giving Harper that kind of money. Like you, I'd give it to Trout a lot faster than I would Harper, who I consider a potential cancer in the clubhouse. |
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Post by blcoach8 on Dec 13, 2018 16:13:21 GMT -6
With all the vacancies we have had on the coaching staff and some in the front office, I wonder if we tried to bring Carlos Beltran back in some capacity. Seems like a smart move if they could get him.
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Post by abregmanfan on Dec 13, 2018 16:48:11 GMT -6
Don’t be deceived by Voodoo’s persistent nonsense. There is no way that Luhnow and Crane are going to sign Harper to a 10-year, $300+ million contract that would jeopardize their chances of re-signing JV and Cole next offseason and jeopardize their chances of extending Springer, Correa, Bregman and LMJ in a few years. They MIGHT take that kind of chance if we were talking about signing Mike Trout. Harper is not Mike Trout...not even close. This is basically what I have thought, too. I can't see giving Harper that kind of money. Like you, I'd give it to Trout a lot faster than I would Harper, who I consider a potential cancer in the clubhouse. Hard pass on Harper. Way too expensive. |
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Post by olpapa on Dec 13, 2018 16:49:56 GMT -6
Don’t be deceived by Voodoo’s persistent nonsense. There is no way that Luhnow and Crane are going to sign Harper to a 10-year, $300+ million contract that would jeopardize their chances of re-signing JV and Cole next offseason and jeopardize their chances of extending Springer, Correa, Bregman and LMJ in a few years. They MIGHT take that kind of chance if we were talking about signing Mike Trout. Harper is not Mike Trout...not even close. I don't THINK we'll get him, but it wouldnt surprise me given our interest last season and the uncertainty of Correa. When you consider that Yuli was having a down year powerwise; Correa was struggling with his back; Altuve was struggling with a bum knee and Marwin had not shown up yet, it is understandable that Luhnow would have had interest in obtaining Harper at the trade deadline, paying him $7 million +/- for the rest of the season, and hopefully replace some of the missing offense. Like I’ve said before though, there is a world of difference between committing to paying the guy $7 million +/- to play for 2+ months and committing to paying him at a rate north of $30 million a year for the next 10 years. I just can’t see it happening, regardless of the uncertainty about Correa. |
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Post by nathangarza29 on Dec 13, 2018 16:55:24 GMT -6
One thing that scares me if Luhnow doesn't get something done now is that he and Crane are banking on getting Bryce Harper, which I think will cost way too much money. I simply don't think Harper wants to play in Houston. He thinks he's too important for that. Don’t be deceived by Voodoo’s persistent nonsense. There is no way that Luhnow and Crane are going to sign Harper to a 10-year, $300+ million contract that would jeopardize their chances of re-signing JV and Cole next offseason and jeopardize their chances of extending Springer, Correa, Bregman and LMJ in a few years. They MIGHT take that kind of chance if we were talking about signing Mike Trout. Harper is not Mike Trout...not even close. What funny is you hear Lunhow and our manager talking about how they think they are set at SP. And will be ok with what they have. You guys cant read between the lines long enough to see that they have said it several times |
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Post by nathangarza29 on Dec 13, 2018 16:58:56 GMT -6
I read the same thing. BORAS can ask for what ever he wants like last year he wont get it.
Itll be more like 325mish
No way he gets more then that unless someone spends stupid money. PHILLIES.
But no one else.
I'm still predicting Astros are secretly in on Harper. To many signs are point this way. But the sports broadcasters wont give us any TV time so its everyone but us.
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Post by nathangarza29 on Dec 13, 2018 17:00:57 GMT -6
You know what's funny?
Trevor Bour lives in Houston?
Think on that
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Post by m240 on Dec 13, 2018 17:01:17 GMT -6
Don’t be deceived by Voodoo’s persistent nonsense. There is no way that Luhnow and Crane are going to sign Harper to a 10-year, $300+ million contract that would jeopardize their chances of re-signing JV and Cole next offseason and jeopardize their chances of extending Springer, Correa, Bregman and LMJ in a few years. They MIGHT take that kind of chance if we were talking about signing Mike Trout. Harper is not Mike Trout...not even close. What funny is you hear Lunhow and our manager talking about how they think they are set at SP. And will be ok with what they have. You guys cant read between the lines long enough to see that they have said it several times Seems to me they said the same thing last year. |
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Post by blcoach8 on Dec 13, 2018 17:06:31 GMT -6
Don’t be deceived by Voodoo’s persistent nonsense. There is no way that Luhnow and Crane are going to sign Harper to a 10-year, $300+ million contract that would jeopardize their chances of re-signing JV and Cole next offseason and jeopardize their chances of extending Springer, Correa, Bregman and LMJ in a few years. They MIGHT take that kind of chance if we were talking about signing Mike Trout. Harper is not Mike Trout...not even close. What funny is you hear Lunhow and our manager talking about how they think they are set at SP. And will be ok with what they have. You guys cant read between the lines long enough to see that they have said it several times Since we can't "read between the lines", why don't you......being the guy who is in the know....tell us why none of these deals regarding the Astros have worked out. You have had us acquiring at least half of the established players who are currently on major league rosters..... |
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Post by blcoach8 on Dec 13, 2018 17:10:20 GMT -6
I read the same thing. BORAS can ask for what ever he wants like last year he wont get it. Itll be more like 325mish No way he gets more then that unless someone spends stupid money. PHILLIES. But no one else. I'm still predicting Astros are secretly in on Harper. To many signs are point this way. But the sports broadcasters wont give us any TV time so its everyone but us. The media wants Harper and Machado to sign with big market teams on the East or West coast and refuse to accept they sign anywhere else. Personally, I don't want to spend all that money on Harper. I can't believe they are still thinking he would go to the White Sox...........If he wants to win, he won't consider them. |
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Post by blcoach8 on Dec 13, 2018 17:14:06 GMT -6
What funny is you hear Lunhow and our manager talking about how they think they are set at SP. And will be ok with what they have. You guys cant read between the lines long enough to see that they have said it several times Seems to me they said the same thing last year. I am afraid they may be over-rating what we have. True, if Tucker is ready and has a good year, we save a lot of money on another outfielder. if Whitley is ready, there is a great addition to the rotation. If McHugh, Peacock, or James has a good year, the rotation is solid. We still need a DH. I am not convinced they won't sign Marwin. |
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Post by unionstation82 on Dec 13, 2018 17:27:16 GMT -6
It’s fine and good for us to laugh at other teams signing free agents to a great deal of money or losing big prospects to acquire talent, but standing pat while talent goes elsewhere when you really need to keep up isn’t something Luhnow should be doing either. There’s a high price in striving to stay above other teams. Don’t overestimate your team and underestimate your competition.
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Post by marshall on Dec 13, 2018 18:50:24 GMT -6
I read on Bleacher Report that Boras is rumored to be demanding north of $400mm for Harper. If that is the case, Harper will get a one year hiatus from baseball. |
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Post by blcoach8 on Dec 13, 2018 19:05:34 GMT -6
It’s fine and good for us to laugh at other teams signing free agents to a great deal of money or losing big prospects to acquire talent, but standing pat while talent goes elsewhere when you really need to keep up isn’t something Luhnow should be doing either. There’s a high price in striving to stay above other teams. Don’t overestimate your team and underestimate your competition. exactly. Other teams add what they think they need while Luhnow sounds like he's happy with what he has because he thinks we can win the division with it. That's great,but, is the division all he cares about winning? The AL West should be weaker than last season.......Seattle has gutted its roster........Oakland still has no staring pitcher and the odds of them doing what they did last year without improving the pitching are slim and none. The Angels still have weak pitching and the Rangers are a joke headed for another last place finish. If we want to compete with the Red Sox and Yankees to go to the WS, we have to address needs. Sitting on his ass and leaving Las Vegas with nothing doesn't signal that the fans should be encouraged. |
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Post by ɮօʀȶǟʐ on Dec 13, 2018 20:21:11 GMT -6
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