The only difference there is they knew going into 2019 the team wasn't competing for a playoff spot. If they feel 2020 is gettable, maybe getting Robert and Madrigal some major league time this year will help the cause. I'm on the side of just keeping both of them down all season, but if they did call them up in August, it would be very exciting for the fans.
Just like every other decision this team makes in the next couple years, I don’t care what they do as long as they win 90+ in 2021. If Abreu can be a part of that, cool.
Giolito did an interview at the same as Matt Chapman tonight. He said he’s probably not starting in Oakland...which means he’s not starting in Oakland.