
Originally Posted by
rtgthree
I meant it might require Delgado instead of Hanson. Of course, the point is moot now. I don't think you'll get Willingham for anything less than Delgado.
Hard to say. Raburn isn't as good of a hitter as Johnson, but Raburn plays a lot more positions, which could be useful. Of course, cost could also be a factor.
One of these things is not like the others. (Hint: It rhymes with Roadie Boss.)
It would be an expensive theory to test, but I think the Braves have to test it. Mid-market teams in today's competitive landscape have to be willing to take risks. The Reds paid a lot to test the theory that Joey Votto is going to be worth $225 million. The Rockies paid a combined $240 million to test the theory that Troy Tulowitzki and Carlos Gonzalez are going to hold their value. Prospects are of low marginal value to the Braves, who are trying to win now, before their current core gets too expensive to keep. It's time to move young 'uns for more proven players, and B.J. and Justin both are still solid contributors even if they don't bust out and become ultra-superstars.
The splits are bad, but sometimes you have to have faith in a hitter's talent, that he can adjust to a new ballpark. Even if Turner Field knocks him down somewhat, his breakout potential could easily make up for that and more. Also, can you link to his maturity issues? And share with us who you think is both better AND cheaper?
Nothing wrong with that. Recently converted from catching, so he's still learning how to pitch, and he's got mid-90s heat and a workable breaking ball. Along with Walden, he only makes it easier for the Braves to move a reliever for an outfielder.
He's only a reclamation project for Lady Luck. He had a .422 BABIP last season, and that ain't gonna happen again. Durbin had the same issue; it wasn't the Braves' magic that brought him back to usefulness. Just luck reversal.
Sad to see Jurrjens go this way. Should've been traded about six different times since 2009, but the Braves just let his value waste away to nothing. Big missed opportunity. Also will be sad to see Moylan in another uniform. He could re-sign on a minor-league deal, but you have to figure (now that he's healthy) that another team can give him a much better opportunity. Surprised to see Janish retained, given that he may not be ready to start the season and he can't hit even when healthy. He was non-tendered and re-signed last season, so it's interesting that the Braves felt it would be necessary to give him a raise in order to keep him.
Good observation. Can't hit lefties, but if the Braves replace Chipper and Bourn with a pair of RHBs, the Braves wouldn't really care.
Yeah, it's pretty impossible to see where Reynolds would fit. He isn't a third baseman or a left fielder.
Even if the Marlins were willing to trade him (which they're not), the Braves wouldn't have the pieces to acquire him.