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Post by philsbosoxfan on Mar 4, 2023 11:08:43 GMT -5
One of these things is not like the others (or even a starter) Another way to view it is one of those had less command than the others. But, relative to the original author's statement, all three have a decent chance of seeing Boston time this year.
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Post by jimoh on Mar 4, 2023 11:12:35 GMT -5
One of these things is not like the others (or even a starter) I took "start" to mean "begin the season."
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Post by philsbosoxfan on Mar 4, 2023 11:21:33 GMT -5
One of these things is not like the others (or even a starter) I took "start" to mean "begin the season." Haha, good point. I didn't even think about that part, just thought about Murphy looking like he had release point issues. ADD: And knew the Mata,Walter,Murphy trio being separated, which might have been the original author's storyline sidetrack.
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Post by philsbosoxfan on Mar 4, 2023 13:55:34 GMT -5
Pivetta looked Pivettaish, nasty stuff, command issues. Good to see the Sox answer fast.
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Post by philsbosoxfan on Mar 4, 2023 14:01:38 GMT -5
Much was made of Jansen and the pitch clock. He seems to have adjusted well, finishing with 5 or 6 seconds left.
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Post by philsbosoxfan on Mar 4, 2023 14:51:14 GMT -5
Just sayin'...
Wink looks significantly better than Pivetta in the early early going..
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Post by nomar on Mar 4, 2023 14:54:08 GMT -5
I saw talk of Winck throwing harder this offseason. Has that been showing up so far or is he still 93-94?
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Post by philsbosoxfan on Mar 4, 2023 15:07:26 GMT -5
I saw talk of Winck throwing harder this offseason. Has that been showing up so far or is he still 93-94? Sorry, I generally don't look at the pitch speeds. I watch the catcher and batter reactions. Not sure how Kiké didn't get an error on what could have been a double play. He bobled it after making the catch. No harm though. ADD 1&2: His offspeed looked great Duran with 2 walks in 3 PA. I'm penciling him in as our starting CF where he's looked improved (or less bone headed)
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Post by jerrygarciaparra on Mar 4, 2023 15:20:35 GMT -5
got a good baseball game here. dang. the perfect season is in jeopardy.
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Post by jerrygarciaparra on Mar 4, 2023 15:22:51 GMT -5
tangential. haven't heard from soxfanninj in the game thread. hope everything is OK, brother.
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Post by wildsox on Mar 4, 2023 15:24:29 GMT -5
Just looking at results alone Wink has been impressive. Does he have a spot in the Pen at some point?
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Post by jerrygarciaparra on Mar 4, 2023 15:25:34 GMT -5
yes. first comeback of the year ! Let's go.
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Post by jerrygarciaparra on Mar 4, 2023 15:28:16 GMT -5
Just looking at results alone Wink has been impressive. Does he have a spot in the Pen at some point? might want radiohix' opinion on that. my thoughts are that he was a rookie last year and has developemental possibilities. sure, that is very plausible.
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Post by jerrygarciaparra on Mar 4, 2023 15:28:47 GMT -5
here we go. they never quit.
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Post by philsbosoxfan on Mar 4, 2023 15:33:15 GMT -5
Scrubs let one in/took 1 back.
Today's relief trio Jansen/Martin/Winckowski.
5IP 2H 0R 4BB 5K
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Post by philsbosoxfan on Mar 4, 2023 15:34:16 GMT -5
I haven't been following the game, what's up with Winckowski throwing 3 innings? Seems like a lot. He's a starter with no health issues.
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Post by scottysmalls on Mar 4, 2023 15:36:14 GMT -5
Winckowski probably has a decent chance at starting the year in the rotation, if all of Whitlock/Paxton/Bello aren't ready. My guess is Crawford has the edge, but Winck could compete with him for it. I could see them both getting in if they aren't going to use Houck as a pure starter. I think it'll be those two before Mata/Walter.
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Post by oldfaithful2019 on Mar 4, 2023 15:38:35 GMT -5
I saw talk of Winck throwing harder this offseason. Has that been showing up so far or is he still 93-94? Sorry, I generally don't look at the pitch speeds. I watch the catcher and batter reactions. Not sure how Kiké didn't get an error on what could have been a double play. He bobled it after making the catch. No harm though. ADD 1&2: His offspeed looked great Duran with 2 walks in 3 PA. I'm penciling him in as our starting CF where he's looked improved (or less bone headed) Silly of course to nit pick a manager decision in ST, but man, why did they PR for Duran after his lead off walk. A wasted opportunity for him to get on, steal a base that hopefully leads to a run. That is competency he needs to develop and demonstrate. Just think that was a bad call.
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Post by philsbosoxfan on Mar 4, 2023 15:38:49 GMT -5
Crap, Cam Booser is in and now I have internet issues.
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Post by oldfaithful2019 on Mar 4, 2023 15:46:49 GMT -5
I haven't been following the game, what's up with Winckowski throwing 3 innings? Seems like a lot. He's a starter with no health issues. and he was throwing strikes. Low pitch count.
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Post by cdj on Mar 4, 2023 15:57:57 GMT -5
Winck getting some strikeouts so far this spring
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Post by scottysmalls on Mar 4, 2023 16:11:23 GMT -5
Following up my last post and just thinking out loud, assuming all of Mondesi, Whitlock, Bello and Paxton are not ready to start the season and Wong is ready (for the sake of a bigger list), the following guys are at least somewhat seriously competing for an MLB roster spot this spring:
- Wong and Alfaro for backup catcher - Crawford, Winckowski, Walter, Mata for 5th starter - Mills, Kelly, Ort for the last two spots in the bullpen (possibly the four guys above two if they want another piggyback guy) - Valdez, Duran, Tapia, Allen, Dalbec, Goodrum for the last bench spot (I'm thinking Chang is a lock for one)
15 guys for 5 spots, should be some fun dueling. My guesses:
- Alfaro makes it and Wong starts on the IL (which might force Wong to spend more time in AAA this year) - Crawford, Winckowski and Mills make it, Crawford as a regular starter and Winck/Houck do some opener/piggyback stuff, Mills is this year's Schreiber - Duran gets the last bench spot, Tapia/Allen/Goodrum are at a disadvantage because of the 40 especially if Alfaro needs to be added, a lefty who can play centerfield is probably the cleanest roster fit, plus he has pinch running value, though Valdez actually fits decently as a platoon partner for Arroyo if they like his bat enough, but I think he needs to rake in Worcester first
Anyways the roster battles are always the most interesting thing to watch for in the spring for me personally, so I'm enjoying that. A bonus question is who comes off the 40 for Alfaro if he does get added? I'd guess Ort or a Dalbec/Duran trade happens.
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Post by soxfaninnj on Mar 5, 2023 7:50:59 GMT -5
tangential. haven't heard from soxfanninj in the game thread. hope everything is OK, brother. We good thanks for checking up, appreciate it. Haven’t watched much Grapefruit League action lately. When regular season starts don’t worry I’ll be complaining bout umpires and pleading for bunts as usual.
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Post by pappyman99 on Mar 5, 2023 14:56:13 GMT -5
Crawford looking really good this spring. The stuff is for sure there with him.
He would be a game changer if he turns out to be a legit starter
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Post by oldfaithful2019 on Mar 5, 2023 15:34:58 GMT -5
Crawford looking really good this spring. The stuff is for sure there with him. He would be a game changer if he turns out to be a legit starter Like Winkowski yesterday, Crawford threw strikes. 3 innings, 15 pitches. Great to see !
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