You’d think if there’s ever a time to loosen up the purse strings, it’s now. I respect Elias but he’s got to let go of some prospects.
That team really is in the cusp of becoming a dynasty. With new ownership primed to spend big, a stocked system, and a huge young core of talent - if they make the right moves that team will be the pride of baseball for years and years to come.
However, if Elias doesn’t pony up then they’ll likely continue seeing first round playoff exits.
Will it hurt for them to give up a couple of their top prospects… no… it won’t. You get your team over the edge into a tier of greatness for years to come. Past the headline shock to their most loyal fans, there won’t be any pain.
There’s my BaltimoreTalk thesis and with it, I quit.