We have to get another starting arm and fast. Can't trust that Carrasco and DeGrom are going to hold up week by week.
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We have to get another starting arm and fast. Can't trust that Carrasco and DeGrom are going to hold up week by week.
It's not just about replacing Davis. Its about the versatility Bryant gives you playing all 3 OF positions and the fact that he's a RH bat the Mets could use, especially as Conforto and Smith continue to underwhelm.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rocco Hardball
Scherzer is nice in theory but its very unlikely the Nats trade him in division and the premium for doing so would be significant. Have to believe there are better offers out there for him as well.
The next few days should be a trip. I love reading rumors and reporting at the deadline, even though most of it is posturing by GMs keeping their cards close to the vest..
However, I have to say that the writing (can't call it reporting) on the SNY.TV site, already abysmal, speculative nonsense, sinks fathoms lower as the deadline approaches. They don't work the phones, or even try to break news. They simply wonder out loud about pie in the sky **** like, What would it take for the Mets to land Babe Ruth?, and then vomit 200 words on it. What a waste of a platform.
If that’s what you’re saying to a 25 year old, I’m terrified to think what yours looks like.Quote:
Originally Posted by Claymation
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Wow. Nevermind. You're kidding with me, or have no idea what the conversation is about. I'm gonna go with kiddingQuote:
Originally Posted by Claymation
I don't think the Nats trade Turner to us cuz we'd have him long term, but if we make the best offer for Scherzer, they'll absolutely trade him to us. I mean, what's the reason not to? To save your pride of not sending good players to division rivals even if he's about to be a free agent and we aren't planning to compete this year anyway?Quote:
Originally Posted by swbwtr
Again, why would the Nats pass up a better offer for Scherzer when they are throwing in the towel for this season?Quote:
Originally Posted by metswon69
You think the Nats are gonna be like, we think this Mets prospect has a better chance of helping us long term, but let's take this worse prospect because we don't want Scherzer pitching against us 2, maybe 3, times because that might put us back into 4th place instead of 3rd?
There's always a premium for in division trades, especially if the Nats think the Mets have a chance to re-sign Scherzer in the offseason. Teams are not in the business of helping their competition. Maybe the Mets have the best package but its unlikely given the farm systems they are competing against. Its much easier for the Nats to ship him off to Houston, Boston, LA, San Diego, etc for similar returns where they see him far less frequently.Quote:
Originally Posted by bklynny67
We'll see but I dont think the Mets are in on Scherzer like Met fans hope they are.
We are the ones that should be careful trading for Scherzer. You're giving yourself one chance at winning a WS with that trade and if you're giving a good prospect that could start for them for years to come, that could prove to be a massive mistake. Nats on the other hand would gladly trade him to us if it's the best offer.
Unlikely the Mets make the best offer because its the same thing on their end. They don't want to trade the Nationals multiple impact prospects that could hurt them in the future. Its not impossible. I just don't see it happening. Much more likely Scherzer goes elsewhere.Quote:
Originally Posted by bklynny67
I agree if the offer is similar, but no way they pass on what they believe to be clearly a better prospect if we make the offer.Quote:
Originally Posted by metswon69
Anyways, we still need to be careful because once OCT comes, anyone in the playoffs can win. You don't have to have the best roster.
I don't want to trade ANY of our top 6-7 prospects for someone that's a free agent in a couple months.
That means no Alvarez, Baty, Mauricio, Allan, Ginn, PCA, or Vientos for a single player rental. If you're getting more in return that you can control for next year at the least, then maybe
The best options are rentals, unless the Indians are willing to move Ramirez and the Twins are moving Berrios. I don't see all these great players available at the deadline. I don't know what the answer is. Its always a balancing act of how willing you are to shove your chips to the middle of the table. Who are the Mets primary targets? Only Alderson and Scott know that.Quote:
Originally Posted by bklynny67
deGrom's health makes the situation more difficult too because you don't know how many times he'll be shelved from now until the end of the season.
If i'm them, I go after a bat and a couple of RP and make your push. I dont think Scherzer can be had at the price that makes the Nats and Mets comfortable in making the trade.
Yeah lemme get a uh, good RHB please…preferably an outfielder?
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They need a bat desperately. Conforto and Smith are below average everyday players at this point.Quote:
Originally Posted by Zmaster52
That’s why Bryant would be perfect. He can spell Dom and Conforto in the outfield while spelling JD at third the other half.Quote:
Originally Posted by metswon69
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