I think Sandy will pluck from the farm system for Ss. The organization's top prospects include 3 guys who can play Ss: 1. Matt Reynolds (24 yrs old) 2. Gavin Cecchini (21 yrs old) 3. Amed Rosario (19 yrs old) Of those three, I think Cecchini is the best hitter at the moment, but I don't how much that's really saying. Rosario is more known for his glove and overall upside. Reynolds originally played 3B, but he can also some Ss (as we saw him called up in the Playoffs due to Tejada's injury). None of these guys are really "ready," but Conforto supposedly wasn't ready either, and look what happened there. Odds are likely that these guys don't develop at the quick rate that Conforto has; so, maybe Flores stays at Ss this year. Who knows what Sandy has planned.
Ken Rosenthal @Ken_Rosenthal Sources: The #Rockies have discussed internally the possibility of signing free agent Daniel Murphy to play first base. Twitter
I thought the Mets should give Murphy a multi-year deal that includes switching to 1B (and trade Duda). That way, if/when Wright's back issues reemerge, Murphy could replace him at 3B. But Murphy is as good as gone. We'll see what the plan is.
Really weird destination for him if he ends up there. To me his best position is third. But the Rockies have never really been proven to be very smart in terms of their signings so I guess it would make sense for them.
Actually I think first is his best position. He's made plays there this year and he doesn't need to throw much. Truth be told, I'd try to deal Duda, keep Murph to play first, move Flores to 2nd and sign a SS. If Wright can't play full, Murph can spell him and Cuddyer can play first. _
Id be all for trading Duda and sticking Murph at 1st. The team just wouldn't do that though. I do think they will explore a trade of Duda however because of them wanting Dom Smith to eventually take over in a year or two. Murph's ability to play 3B incase Wright doesnt hold up (highly likely over 162) is hard to replace. I'll scream if I have to see Campbell or Tejada for a good portion of next year at third. As for second, Im pretty high on Herrera. I think his ceiling both offensively and defensively is much higher than Flores'. Maybe Sandy goes after Ian Desmond or Zobrist for SS keeps Ruben and Wilmer around as utility guys. As long as we have major leaguers in the lineup next year everyday I'll be very happy.
There is a pretty big baseball tournament going on in Taiwan right now called the WBSC Premier 12 which isn't quite on par with the WBC but it's got some pretty decent players although mostly prospects and some washed up vets like Pedro Feliz and Andruw Jones. Only reason I mention it is that Team USA is being managed by none other than Willie Randolph. Gonna try and get out to see them play on Sunday as they play South Korea. The Mets #2 prospect Gavin Chechini is also on the team USA roster
Jose Reyes was arrested for domestic abuse. He was always so likable. I'd hate to have to hate him. Let see what comes of this. Report: Rockies shortstop arrested for domestic abuse Mugshot. Oh Jose
Wouldn't have expected that type of situation to happen with Reyes. I guess those sort of heat of the moment crimes don't really have a type though. Sad night for baseball too with the news that former Braves SP Tommy Hansen passed away. Only 29 with no prior medical conditions. Scary. He's one of those players who's names I haven't heard in years. Sad that that's the way I get reminded of him.
Honestly Stokes, it's just time for Cuddyer to hang them up. There is no way I want to see this lineup again, Murphy, Wright, Flores, and Tejada, because the Mets are not going to sign another SS tejada will be there. It's anemic with Duda, it will be worse without him, this lineup needs some fresh blood, sign Cespedes, keep Duda and platoon lagares and Conforto in the outfield. Let Murphy walk and hopefully they can sign a true second baseman or shortstop, if they can find one.
Im glad early reports have us looking to upgrade the bullpen. Darren O'Day's name has been linked to us (and about 10 other teams)..he'll probably be out of our price range. Also read Joekim Soria as well. Who isnt great but was better in the NL than he was in the AL last season. Considering Clip will be gone I hope we bring back Reed for the 7th inning. A solid setup man will do so much in terms of solidifying our pen.
Yeah I wasn't supporting Cuddyer, but just realizing he's not going to walk away from the $$ he has coming to him next year. He's another Jason Bay in my book, no use for him. _
Mets called the Braves to see what it would take for Simmons. They said Harvey or DeGrom. I would trade Harvey for a contact hitter and elite shortstop play. Put Flores and Herrera as a platoon at 2nd. And you also get rid of the diva in Harvey. Yes, it's to a division rival but Harvey threw more innings after TJ than anyone in history. This team would really benefit from Simmons defense
No way I trade Harvey for Simmons, the Mets do not need to push the issue and act desperate. They were in the WS because they had Uribe, Cespedes, and Johnson to help them get there. It was their pitching that kept them in the games which allowed for Murphy to come through. Keep the pitching staff intact, and wait till next year and see how things unfold, there may be a better deal that kicks their doors off. Simmons is just not the type of player that equals fair trade value if it's Harvey they want.
Honestly though, Harvey will want the mega contract in 2 years and we won't be paying it. No player has ever pitched this many innings after Tommy John and I'm worried he'll break down and lose his trade value. It's not everyday you get a chance to acquire an elite SS while we are flush with starting pitching talent. Simmons at SS and Herrera at 2nd behind Degrom, Noah, Matz, Wheeler, and a 5th starter? I would do it. Not to mention Harvey almost backed out of even pitching in the playoffs so he could preserve himself for free agency.
Harvey or DeGrom for Simmons? LMFAO I don't think Simmons is worth any top 5 starting pitcher. Simmons is a great glove, but his bat doesn't justify trading an A+ pitcher for him.
Matz is not a shoe in to be good, right now he is a 5 inning pitcher. Wheeler is also not a lock to be a solid pitcher, and neither of those guys can replace Harvey. With Harvey, Noah and Degrom, the mets know what they have, that will also allow Matz and Wheeler to develope next year without any additional pressure to perform. Simmons an elite SS, is he the next Arod or Jeter? You want to trade him because Harvey is a prima Donna? I'm all for trading him before his contract demands are put on the table, but if Harvey performs next year like he did this year, that will also help the Mets get more than Simmons if they truly want to trade him. JMO
