*2010 MLB Thread* - Page 2

ScottieM · 01-06-2010, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by MedicCook

This will be an interesting year for the Red Sox. They definately don't have that same team feel they had back in 2004.

I hear you. They may have improved there Starting Pitching and Defense but, That Batting Lineup looks pretty tame compared to years past.

MedicCook · 01-06-2010, 08:36 PM

They are also very weak behind the plate on defense. Big Papi is a huge question mark, Beltre is a big chance for them at 3rd.

qwerty1500 · 01-06-2010, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by St. Lou Stu

Woot!!!
I thought he was going to slip away too.
On the down side of that deal is the fact that precedence is set for Pujols next year when his current contract is up.
Once they pay his new salary, which is sure to top Holliday by far, they will have 0 cash for any pitching which is exactly why they always fade in the playoffs.

"No pitching" That's the song I seem to sing every year about our Cards. Even with Carp and Wayno, I'm am probably still singing it ... force of habit I guess. This time, I wish I felt more comfortable with the bullpen ... expecially uneasy about our "closer." He seemed to fade at the end of last year and no one seems to be talking much about it. Sure hate to give all those games away in the 9th inning.

(The wife was just reading over my shoulder and said, "Yep that sounds like you.")

But, I have the give the ownership some credit for coughing up some cash. Big change from the final years when the brewery owed em.

MedicCook · 01-06-2010, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by qwerty1500

"No pitching" That's the song I seem to sing every year about our Cards. Even with Carp and Wayno, I'm am probably still singing it ... force of habit I guess. This time, I wish I felt more comfortable with the bullpen ... expecially uneasy about our "closer." He seemed to fade at the end of last year and no one seems to be talking much about it. Sure hate to give all those games away in the 9th inning.

(The wife was just reading over my shoulder and said, "Yep that sounds like you.")

But, I have the give the ownership some credit for coughing up some cash. Big change from the final years when the brewery owed em.

They are putting up some serious money for a couple players. Hopefully they don't turn into the Marlins and have a fire sale in a year or two.

Whynot · 01-06-2010, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by qwerty1500

"No pitching" That's the song I seem to sing every year about our Cards. Even with Carp and Wayno, I'm am probably still singing it ... force of habit I guess. This time, I wish I felt more comfortable with the bullpen ... expecially uneasy about our "closer." He seemed to fade at the end of last year and no one seems to be talking much about it. Sure hate to give all those games away in the 9th inning.

(The wife was just reading over my shoulder and said, "Yep that sounds like you.")

But, I have the give the ownership some credit for coughing up some cash. Big change from the final years when the brewery owed em.

I hope Motte can find some movement on his fastball and work out a decent second pitch. I am exited about a couple of the young arms in the system, especially Samuel.

The Poet · 01-07-2010, 04:46 PM

Were I a Card fan - and I don't hate them, believe me - my big worry would not be signing big-time pitching, nor would I be celebrating overmuch the longterm contract to Matt. Consider this: Pujols has two years left on his contract. If Holliday is worth $17M a year, what the hell is Albert worth - and from whence will it come?

St. Lou Stu · 01-07-2010, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by qwerty1500

"No pitching" Sure hate to give all those games away in the 9th inning.

I am just tickled to death to know that Izzy is finally gone.... no question.

Sure, he was a good closer.... at some point in time. But, when someone loses it, DO NOT continue to put them on the mound because you paid for them and feel the need to 'get your money's worth'

OK, I know he's been gone for a while.... but It still bothers me.

Whynot · 01-07-2010, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by The Poet

Were I a Card fan - and I don't hate them, believe me - my big worry would not be signing big-time pitching, nor would I be celebrating overmuch the longterm contract to Matt. Consider this: Pujols has two years left on his contract. If Holliday is worth $17M a year, what the hell is Albert worth - and from whence will it come?

The concensus I see on most boards is that it will take 25-30 a yr to sign Albert. Dewitt has said he will stretch the budget for fim. The Cardinals have also been fairly creative with defered money, althought that will catch up one day. Holiday gets 1.4-1.6m(depending on option) from 2020-2029 from the Cards.

MedicCook · 01-09-2010, 10:22 AM

The Mets are talking with John Smoltz.

The Rangers are in negotiations with Vlad.

Bruins Fan · 01-09-2010, 11:08 AM

Smoltz, just don't know when to give it up?
Wow much money does he need? He can't get out big league hitters.

MedicCook · 01-09-2010, 11:09 PM

He pitched pretty good after he left the Red Sox last year.

rack04 · 01-11-2010, 11:10 AM

Can a Phillies fan chime in on what my Astros' can expect of Brett Myers this season?

Bruins Fan · 01-11-2010, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by rack04

Can a Phillies fan chime in on what my Astros' can expect of Brett Myers this season?

Hopefully he wont get drunk and beat up his wife again.
he is not a good human being

kelmac07 · 01-11-2010, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by MedicCook

The Mets are talking with John Smoltz.

NOOOOOOO!!!!!!!! No more over the hill free agents for my beloved Mets. haven't we learned our lesson yet?

rack04 · 01-11-2010, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Bruins Fan

Hopefully he wont get drunk and beat up his wife again.
he is not a good human being

Wow! Thanks for the info. Astros sure signed a real man.

St. Lou Stu · 01-11-2010, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by rack04

Wow! Thanks for the info. Astros sure signed a real man.

On a happier note:
McGwire finally admitted what we all knew!

Starscream · 01-11-2010, 08:00 PM

The reds signed Cuban lefty Aroldis Chapman today:

http://www.wcpo.com/news/local/story...YiaUkYKFA.cspx

Here's his stats:

Cuban stats:
GS IP BB K ERA
15 54 54 56 4.52
12 81.1 50 100 2.90
16 74 37 79 3.49
20 118.1 62 130 3.18

Starscream · 01-11-2010, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by St. Lou Stu

On a happier note:
McGwire finally admitted what we all knew!

As long as Griffey is never linked to them.

rack04 · 01-11-2010, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by andysutherland

As long as Griffey is never linked to them.

Griffey never struck me as a roid user.

St. Lou Stu · 01-11-2010, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by rack04

Griffey never struck me as a roid user.

10-4 TX. His swing is fluid power, not ape armed.

01-06-2010, 08:36 PM	#22
MedicCook Mila smoked my cigar Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Ryan Location: Schaghticoke, NY Posts: 10,946 Trading: (7)	Re: 2010 MLB Thread They are also very weak behind the plate on defense. Big Papi is a huge question mark, Beltre is a big chance for them at 3rd. __________________ 27 World Series Championship's "If your wife doesn't like the aroma of your cigar, change your wife.", Zino Davidoff

01-07-2010, 04:46 PM	#26
The Poet Il megglior fabbro Join Date: Jun 2009 First Name: Thomas Location: Hickory, NC Posts: 8,420 Trading: (2)	Re: 2010 MLB Thread Were I a Card fan - and I don't hate them, believe me - my big worry would not be signing big-time pitching, nor would I be celebrating overmuch the longterm contract to Matt. Consider this: Pujols has two years left on his contract. If Holliday is worth $17M a year, what the hell is Albert worth - and from whence will it come?

01-09-2010, 10:22 AM	#29
MedicCook Mila smoked my cigar Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Ryan Location: Schaghticoke, NY Posts: 10,946 Trading: (7)	Re: 2010 MLB Thread The Mets are talking with John Smoltz. The Rangers are in negotiations with Vlad. __________________ 27 World Series Championship's "If your wife doesn't like the aroma of your cigar, change your wife.", Zino Davidoff

01-09-2010, 11:08 AM	#30
Bruins Fan Hooper drives the boat. Join Date: May 2009 First Name: John Location: Cape Cod Posts: 1,359 Trading: (0)	Re: 2010 MLB Thread Smoltz, just don't know when to give it up? Wow much money does he need? He can't get out big league hitters. __________________ Here's to swimmin' with bow-legged women.

01-09-2010, 11:09 PM	#31
MedicCook Mila smoked my cigar Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Ryan Location: Schaghticoke, NY Posts: 10,946 Trading: (7)	Re: 2010 MLB Thread He pitched pretty good after he left the Red Sox last year. __________________ 27 World Series Championship's "If your wife doesn't like the aroma of your cigar, change your wife.", Zino Davidoff

01-11-2010, 11:10 AM	#32
rack04 Lebowski Urban Achiever Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Justin Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 1,023 Trading: (20)	Re: 2010 MLB Thread Can a Phillies fan chime in on what my Astros' can expect of Brett Myers this season? __________________ "Why don't you put them in your secret compartment" - 12stones (Ricky)

01-11-2010, 08:00 PM	#37
Starscream Knowhutimean, Vern? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andy Location: In a little town somewhere in the USA Posts: 10,237 Trading: (4)	Re: 2010 MLB Thread The reds signed Cuban lefty Aroldis Chapman today: http://www.wcpo.com/news/local/story...YiaUkYKFA.cspx Here's his stats: Cuban stats: GS IP BB K ERA 15 54 54 56 4.52 12 81.1 50 100 2.90 16 74 37 79 3.49 20 118.1 62 130 3.18 __________________ Insert quote here.