I understand that but outside of Giolito and a Kuechel who do we have that can be plugged into the rotation as a TOR starter now that will dominate a playoff game? Kopech/Cease/Dunning? All three of these guys haven’t proven that yet.
Lynn can be plugged into the number two spot though. He’s a workhorse and eats up innings. This team needs someone like that, that will take the pressure off the bullpen.
That’s the thing, usually the player that isn't discussed as a possibility for them as much is usually the one they sign. They thrive under stealth mode. That’s just the way they have operated for years.
I’m fine with this. It would’ve been nice to sign him but he’s more of a luxury. We really don’t need to make a huge splash for RF this year. All we really need is someone that can play the position and a lefty that will hit for good numbers.
Are there any players that you do like except for maybe Odorizzi or Arihara because it seems like you would be annoyed with pretty much anyone they sign or trade for?
Ehhh there’s really no one after Bauer that’s a top of the rotation type of pitcher. If it doesn’t cost you that much than you make that trade 100 percent.
Cmon man why do you have to bash James like that? I think maybe it’s good idea for you to take a break from Soxtalk for a couple days to cool the jets.
I would include Dunning in a trade for Wheeler. Your not handicapping your future because you would still have pitching depth in the minors with Kopech, Stiever, Crochet, Kelley, Thompson and Dalquist.