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Post by Chris Hatfield on Jul 28, 2016 16:41:11 GMT -5
FWIW, Callis has been on record numerous times that he would've taken Lewis 1-1, so I'm not surprised there.
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Post by telson13 on Jul 28, 2016 17:49:12 GMT -5
You're overestimating the value of relievers and underestimating the value of utility infielders while simultaneously overrating the importance of ceiling and underestimating the importance of floor. Hernandez is a major leaguer who is likely to be above-replacement-level. Because they're still at low levels, Pennington or Cozart are more likely than not to never make the majors, and if they do, are far more likely to be Hembree-esque 6th inning fodder than elite stud relievers. It's not even a question in my mind. Fair enough. I do under-look floor, since I am more of a dreamer. I know most of these guys will never pan out, but I like to think about who would be most valuable if he actually approaches his ceiling. I also suspect I find it depressing that the Red Sox's 10-12 prospects are likely backup shortstops/second-basemen. Not sexy. Anyway, as I said, I am not meaning to pick nits -- I am sure that, past a certain point, it is tough to distinguish one guy from the next, especially as they get lower in the farm system. (Philosophically, I'd end by way of aside, while I may overvalue those relievers, I don't think I overvalue relievers. But that's another story.) Hernandez still has some developing to do. He looks like he could be a second-division starter/first-division high end utility player. That's a pretty valuable player. Certainly a guy who, especially while his salary remains low, would prompt calls from contenders in need. He's a good complement to Holt, too. Teams need roleplayers. The Sox are lucky to have found a good one.
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