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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 25, 2022 6:26:04 GMT -5
This team has my playoff hopes climbing. They just need to avoid playing Carolina or figure out how to combat what they do.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 25, 2022 6:06:21 GMT -5
I agree with you guys on the first six and that is an obvious scouting report. As far as the bottom 3 goes I am not so down on them at all. Sometimes it seems like people want a borderline all star at every position to be happy and that is just not realistic unless they spend 300 million and get lucky on top of that.
Vazquez is a better than average catcher behind the plate and has at times been better than average at the plate also. I don't consider him a liability at all and would put him at a little above league average at his position.
When It comes to Dalbec one can choose between glass half empty or half full. Just looking at his OPS is dizzying, 619, 672, 780, 541, 1205, 922, 966, in his first 7 months. That is 3 terribles, 3 awesomes and 1 pretty good. Take from that what you will but it certainly beats out most rookies first 7 months in the show right. Add to that the fact as time goes on he "could" end up being an incredible sub capable of playing a corner OF spot along with 3 positions in the infield, how valuable would that be. I am going to go with the glass half full position and believe that he is going to be a very good player and those batting numbers will level out to a solid mid 800s area. Lastly, how the heck are the Sox ever going to develop their own prospects if they took the same tack as anyone who wants to be half empty and not accept the growing pains?
In regards to RF, the Sox have a great defensive player and most teams in baseball would just trot Duran out there in a platoon to see what they had and try to develop him. It isn't the best situation but if the brass really looked at it the way you guys are they would do something about it and they might still do just that. Or if it does end up being an issue they can make a trade in season or at the deadline when I am sure they are going to be buyers.
Bottom line IMO the Sox have a great lineup and with the way they plan on using the pitching staff I think that will end up being a strength also. We shall see.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 24, 2022 8:09:52 GMT -5
I wanted to add I do agree this is Bill doing what he does, build up depth and fill holes so they don't have to reach in the draft/a draft pick has to start day one. Nevermind Butler being able to help a young guy, compared to Mills is rather big. Sign ten solid players rather than a few big name guys. Bill no longer has 4 "has tos" with his first two picks. LB, DB, OL all need help but none are Day 1 critical anymore. WR would still benefit greatly from high-level talent, and given recent WR contracts I think the 5th year option on a 1st rounder is hugely valuable. But between what we have, some internal growth, and BB's history of working the waiver wire and veteran trades in camp and in-season, the team is in a decent place everywhere now. Agreed, if Jameson Williams drops because of the injury then I like the 5 years of control thought with the cost of #1 WRs and their value these days. The Pats can afford to wait for a guy that should be an elite difference maker IMO. It could give the Pats a dynamic duo on the cheap for 4 years. Sure beats giving up 5 draft picks and paying 30m a year for one.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 24, 2022 8:02:21 GMT -5
What exactly is the plan with Whitlock? Stretch him out to longer stints like Houck last yr I would imagine, see how many quality innings they can get out of him. I would think 3,4 quality innings is more valuable than 1 late in the game. A lot of teams are doing it. Take a look at Cal Quantrill.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 24, 2022 7:56:16 GMT -5
BOSTON, MA—The Boston Red Sox today announced the following roster moves: · Infielder Jeter Downs, right-handed pitchers Bryan Mata, Connor Seabold, and Josh Winckowski, and left-handed pitcher Jay Groome were optioned to Triple-A Worcester. · First baseman Triston Casas, infielders David Hamilton and Christian Koss, right-handed pitchers Durbin Feltman and Brian Keller, and left-handed pitcher Chris Murphy were reassigned to minor league camp. Downs, Seabold, and Winckowski air shown as Worcester roster spots on the projected rosters page. Mata would be projected to work his way up to Worcester once he progresses from TJ rehab. Groome is projected here to be on the Portland roster. Is there anything to be inferred from the fact that he was optioned to Worcester rather than being simply assigned to the minor league camp? Might the organization consider pushing him? Given he pitched very little in AA last year I would think it would just be so he faced better competition for a while. But if he is mowing them down who knows, doubt it.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 24, 2022 6:52:19 GMT -5
It seems as though at this point Conforto won't be getting a big contract from anyone and could be had for a favorable deal. I wasn't on the bandwagon for him til now if the Sox can get him on a deal that makes sense for both sides. Short term with opt outs and escalators for him if he performs. Adding a prime Conforto bat would put this team on an even keel with any other team in the league when it comes to scoring runs. I think they have a great lineup now but with a bounce back yr out of Conforto they would be ridiculous. That would also allow Duran to just focus on developing some parts of his game in AAA rather than in Boston.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 24, 2022 3:59:16 GMT -5
Just like when Aaron Rogers told Greg Jennings to not be that guy and ask for so much money it hampers the team.... what a complete POS Rogers is!! He now makes 50 million when all along he was complaining about the Pack not doing enough to win and telling a teammate to not ask for top dollar. As far as I am concerned that bum should be booed right straight thru his HOF induction. Never been a bigger dink as far as I am concerned. Quite simply the man is easy to hate and he brings it all on himself. I am glad I am not a Packer fan. Yeah he strikes a nerve, sorry for the outburst. edit: In fact I hope his career ends with a Theisman type hit with a compound fracture. The packers were willing to pay Adams but he wanted out. Yes, probably because he was sick of the never ending Rodgers soap opera and couldn't wait to get away from the drama. No matter how much attention he gets he just wants more and more, what kind of teammate is that. And umass there is no excuse for his behavior, the man lacks character and is a fraud. On a different note he is one of the best QBs of all time, at least statistically, but has one SB and that is all he will get. Just proves that as great as Tom was it takes 2 goats to win as much as the Pats did.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 23, 2022 19:48:07 GMT -5
21 dimes at the half is other worldly
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 23, 2022 19:40:12 GMT -5
Just like when Aaron Rogers told Greg Jennings to not be that guy and ask for so much money it hampers the team.... what a complete POS Rogers is!! He now makes 50 million when all along he was complaining about the Pack not doing enough to win and telling a teammate to not ask for top dollar. As far as I am concerned that bum should be booed right straight thru his HOF induction. Never been a bigger dink as far as I am concerned. Quite simply the man is easy to hate and he brings it all on himself. I am glad I am not a Packer fan. Yeah he strikes a nerve, sorry for the outburst.
edit: In fact I hope his career ends with a Theisman type hit with a compound fracture.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 23, 2022 18:06:34 GMT -5
Big Papi took full advantage of his star status and loved the ladies, I have heard stories thru the years. It's all fun and games til you seduce a drug kingpins girl.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 23, 2022 17:52:22 GMT -5
Citrus plants need a lot of sunlight, so even if you manage the temperatures right, they won't thrive indoors during the winter this far north. ADD: unless you invest in grow lights, I suppose, although even then, you'll need to manage temperature fluctuations carefully. I have a friend with a pretty big grow facility that is a foodie also. Maybe I can spark his interest. Thanks for the input.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 23, 2022 14:22:15 GMT -5
And lets consider how Tampa Bay has been able to have the same record as the Sox over the last 15 years with less than half the payroll and how they did it. Pretty sure there was a lot of trades just like that one every year, I think Chaim knows what he is doing. I wonder how much of this has to do with your pro DD anti Chaim view of the baseball world. I think you need to come around to the fact that he is doing a great job. Yes I said great. He and his little deals have been instrumental in building the farm back up and fielding a playoff team at the same time. DD did a great job also btw, they just have different styles.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 23, 2022 7:50:32 GMT -5
I like what they did at the deadline and don't really think another wing was needed. They got a really solid left Dman that they have been searching for a long time and a bruiser that will help with depth in the playoffs.
As long as Patrice is not in any serious danger with his infection I really like him getting a breather. The B's are winning without him which is a big deal and him being healthy/rested for the playoffs is huge.
As far as the offseason goes, I think the B's realize this window is closing and they are going all in. They will still have some really strong talent and won't need a rebuild but as PB and Marchant age so do the chances of winning a cup. But like I said they have some good talent just not enough to contend for a cup.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 23, 2022 7:41:20 GMT -5
Sweeney does have a lot of work to do next offseason and it largely hinges on what PB37 does. - If he retires**, you need 2 Cs. - If he comes back, you need 1 again. Resources - 4Mn in space (assuming Wagner buried) - JDB and his 4mn as trade bait - LHD depth to trade from (really feel like 1 of Grzelcyk and Reilly is traded) - Foligno, Haula can be bought out or buried (especially if you get 2 Cs) - Trading Ullmark would, at least, require retention and I'd only do it if you don't have to give an asset away. The following year (when sway is an RFA) would likely be both easier AND more necessary. ** - I know there is another scenario related to this one but my fingers refuse to type it.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 23, 2022 7:13:39 GMT -5
There will always be Rosario. Well… not *always*, but you know what I mean… You really are hung up on that Mitch Moreland rental trade. He has many hang ups, doesn't make him a bad guy.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 23, 2022 6:47:37 GMT -5
FYI, there are hundreds of citrus types. The minneola is a long necked tangelo. A tangelo is a cross between a grapefruit and a tangerine (which are currently marketed as “sweeties” and sold in bags at stores). Tangerine was an early marketing name for the Asian derived Mandarin Orange, though that name has almost been forgotten. FYI I grow citrus like you watch movies. I have one tree that is a cross between a Nagami Kumquat and a Mandarin; also delicious, eat it rind and all. I am not mocking you. Tangelo varieties are awesome, and Minneola may be the best. Mandarins/Tangerines used to be called kid glove oranges because they peel easily with gloves on. All citrus taste best right off the tree, but are wonderful any way at all. And DOB, who talks too much as if he is still on radio, may not be a jinx, but in his constant prattling has a noteworthy predilection for saying things that quickly seem to screw the player or the team. It seems quantifiable. So maybe a non-correlated Jinxless jinx? I am not mocking anyone. We have two trees of a variety of lemon called calamansi. Green, alley marble sized fruit loaded with vitamin C and other nutrients. They are very popular here, people put calamansi on everything and make calamansi juice similar to lemonade there. You literally get calamansi every time you order anything in a restaurant. Two trees is enough for our family and our workers families year round. Since I live in Maine and with the weather and all what are your thoughts on growing one of these plants inside in a big pot that I moved outside when the weather is good? And for you experts on the subject is there a better choice?
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 23, 2022 6:28:14 GMT -5
Pretty sure you are correct yes. Only if they agree to an International Draft by some already agreed upon date in July. If not, then the current system stays in place. You are correct, yes LOL. I thought there was something still in the way there just couldn't put my finger on it at 3 in the morning, thanks.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 23, 2022 4:17:17 GMT -5
Matt Barnes, last six seasons (2016 to 2021), ranks 22nd amongst qualified relievers in fWAR, 47th in park- and league-adjusted FIP, 21st in park- and league-adjusted xFIP. If we go last three seasons (2019 to 2021), it's 19th, 35th and 9th, respectively. All that despite a terrible 2020 COVID-shortened season (-0.1 fWAR, 5.10 FIP, 4.84 xFIP).
He's not an elite reliever, but he's a very good one, albeit with some notable ups and downs.
ADD: moved this post to the bullpen thread, where it fits better. Yes. his career walk rate is 4.1/9. unless that is cleaned up, it will never allow for a prolonged period of success, which is the point I was trying to make. That was cleaned up in the first 4 months of last season as he cut that in half after being shown the analytics that his stuff was good enough to go after hitters and stop trying to paint the corners. So he did clean that up and was dominant. In regards to what happened come August, sticky stuff? overworked? injury? I don't know but their is hope that he can be that good again as far as I am concerned.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 23, 2022 3:02:08 GMT -5
Great first post and welcome to the forum. Just a couple thoughts on your pointing out the possible turnover looming at the end of the season. For one it provides great flexibility with some serious downside at the same time. It should also mean a lot of guys are playing for their next meal and that should be a good thing as far as focus and effort goes. And I think some, as in me, might have forgotten about the Paxton signing when grading the offseason, I think that was a great contract with a lot of upside for the money. Definitely a B that could turn into an A IMO. Thanks -- appreciate the warm welcome.
I believe the qualifying offer system is dead next offseason as well, per the new CBA, right?
Pretty sure you are correct yes.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 23, 2022 1:45:38 GMT -5
I think signing a premier Free Agent like Story and a high upside reclamation starter project like Paxton probably moves you into the B rating at the very least. Will be interesting to see how active Bloom is in season and how quickly they give guys like Casas, Duran, and Wong looks. Looking ahead to next offseason, potential guys out the door: Eovaldi, Hill, Wacha, (Sale technically, albeit not likely), Bogaerts, Kiké, Vazquez, Plawecki, JD. 4 member of their starting lineup, and 3 of their top 5 in the order. Great first post and welcome to the forum. Just a couple thoughts on your pointing out the possible turnover looming at the end of the season. For one it provides great flexibility with some serious downside at the same time. It should also mean a lot of guys are playing for their next meal and that should be a good thing as far as focus and effort goes. And I think some, as in me, might have forgotten about the Paxton signing when grading the offseason, I think that was a great contract with a lot of upside for the money. Definitely a B that could turn into an A IMO.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 23, 2022 1:03:04 GMT -5
Just read that the rosters are expanded to 28 for the month of April due to short spring training.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 23, 2022 0:51:25 GMT -5
I mean really how do you look at this and not see a great fit for Fenway and 70+ extra base hits with great IF D. How can you can not be excited about this signing I don't know. And that spray chart is him in a down yr. /photo/1 Two observations from this chart: First, a lot of infield hits! Second, how much farther do balls travel in Coors compared to in the Fens? How many of those balls that look like they're over the Monster would have not reached the wall at sea level? And how many of his homers in Coors would've hit the Monster for a double (or a single) because they weren't high enough to get out?
Enquiring minds want to know...
I read somewhere that he gets a lot of loft on his ball and it wasn't just an opinion it was based on analysis for 1. And for 2, a lot of those balls were hit a long way.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 22, 2022 19:43:21 GMT -5
You need to account for future projections like power. Veen is a big kid who has a feel to hit, already some power, and massive raw power. That alone, combined with being an above average runner, can give him an edge over Yorke. They most likely see a much higher ceiling for Veen compared to Yorke, even though Yorke pretty clearly has the high floor(low k rate, good bat to ball skills and discipline). Also just a disclaimer: Yorke is a better prospect than Veen in my book, just trying to explain why I think they would put Veen above him. To add on, just because one prospect had a better offensive season than the other statistically, doesn't mean they instantly become a better prospect. People are still under valuing Yorke. Take his 1st month away and he was right up there with the top prospects of the past decade. Heck he was up there with that bad 1st month. So he wasn't just better, he was a lot better. With how he did it is what has me optimistic that this is him and he is going to do it again this year in high A and the AA. All this stuff is driving him also and he has it all at the plate.
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 22, 2022 19:23:41 GMT -5
The Sox also dumped 48M of David Price’s contract. If the Sox had kept Price’s money they could’ve got more prospects. very good point
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Post by voiceofreason on Mar 22, 2022 17:53:59 GMT -5
That was a good read for sure. Barnes said they told him the same thing about his stuff being good enough to just attack rather than trying to paint the corners and getting into trouble. That is what he attributed to his success early last year also. Good to see Bloom bringing more than just managing the roster to the table and it seems like it should pay dividends in getting the staffs walk rate down. Plus it gives guys confidence to throw their pitches and attack.
I also saw on the homepage that Walter struck out Yorke, Mayer and Jordan back to back earlier in camp,
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