Stroman had three seasons out of four from 2016 to 2019 with at least 3.3 fWAR. Overall during that period he put up the 22nd most fWAR in baseball. He’s not a #1 starter by any means, but he’s only 29, his pitching profile fits our ballpark & team perfectly, and he can be a low-end #2 or high-end #3 in a playoff rotation. To me, he’s a clear cut above any free agent starter not named Bauer. Would I prefer a legit #1 starter? Of course I would, but I’m not going to pass on Stroman if said player isn’t out there and doesn’t come at a reasonable cost, whether financially or in terms of prospect capital.