Brian Posted June 17, 2005 Share Posted June 17, 2005 According to the Contra Costa Times, the A's are trying to trade Scott Hatteberg. Makes sense, with how little Hatteberg has been playing since Dan Johnson was called up from Triple-A. ''I'm not going to speculate on that,'' Hatteberg said. ''I know it could happen. I'll tackle that when the time comes.'' Jun. 17 - 8:58 am et Would be a GREAT 1B back up that we need. He is heads and shoulders better than Gload. Also would give tons more depth. Not sure what Oakland would want for him now. Can't be a lot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AddisonStSox Posted June 17, 2005 Share Posted June 17, 2005 QUOTE(Brian @ Jun 17, 2005 -> 12:50 PM) According to the Contra Costa Times, the A's are trying to trade Scott Hatteberg. Makes sense, with how little Hatteberg has been playing since Dan Johnson was called up from Triple-A. ''I'm not going to speculate on that,'' Hatteberg said. ''I know it could happen. I'll tackle that when the time comes.'' Jun. 17 - 8:58 am et Would be a GREAT 1B back up that we need. He is heads and shoulders better than Gload. Also would give tons more depth. Not sure what Oakland would want for him now. Can't be a lot! It's not a matter of being better than Ross Gload, it's a matter of Gload possibly being done for the season. Hatteberg would undoubtedly be a grade-a backup for PK, able to spell him for a game or two a week. However, if it means trading anything of real value--prospects or otherwise--pass on that. I still get the feeling Kenny is uncomfortable dealing with Beane. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wsox08 Posted June 17, 2005 Share Posted June 17, 2005 off topic but how do you get those cool signatures? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanOfCorn Posted June 17, 2005 Share Posted June 17, 2005 QUOTE(AddisonStSox @ Jun 17, 2005 -> 06:53 PM) It's not a matter of being better than Ross Gload, it's a matter of Gload possibly being done for the season. Hatteberg would undoubtedly be a grade-a backup for PK, able to spell him for a game or two a week. However, if it means trading anything of real value--prospects or otherwise--pass on that. I still get the feeling Kenny is uncomfortable dealing with Beane. How about JT Snow? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted June 17, 2005 Author Share Posted June 17, 2005 QUOTE(AddisonStSox @ Jun 17, 2005 -> 06:53 PM) It's not a matter of being better than Ross Gload, it's a matter of Gload possibly being done for the season. Hatteberg would undoubtedly be a grade-a backup for PK, able to spell him for a game or two a week. However, if it means trading anything of real value--prospects or otherwise--pass on that. I'm with you on this one. I wouldn't give up anything more than an average AA minor leaguer or two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JimH Posted June 17, 2005 Share Posted June 17, 2005 Totally agree that Hatteberg would be a great fit. Not extremely versatile but he'd be a good bat off the bench and obviously could spell Konerko. He can hit and he's got a good eye at the plate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beck72 Posted June 17, 2005 Share Posted June 17, 2005 Hatteburg would be an interesting pick up: he could backup 1b and be the Sox 3rd Catcher, as he's played 369 games there and 417 at 1B; hits well vs RHP [.294/.353/.392]; and has hit well vs Minn. in his career [.349/.426/.494 in 83 ab's] With his $2.45 mill. salary, age [35] and him probably getting to be a platoon player now--hitting only .208/.317/.302 vs LHP], the A's probably wouldn't ask or get much for him. Somehow, I don't think the sox will be able to count on Gload coming back anytime soon. They need someone for 1b. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauly8509CWS Posted June 17, 2005 Share Posted June 17, 2005 QUOTE(JimH @ Jun 17, 2005 -> 01:30 PM) Totally agree that Hatteberg would be a great fit. Not extremely versatile but he'd be a good bat off the bench and obviously could spell Konerko. He can hit and he's got a good eye at the plate. He's what the Sox need. The good eye at the plate especially, coming off the bench and seeing good pitches and giving himself a chance to get on or move the runners over. I like Hatteberg but I think he may make 3-4 mil. which I think is too much for him. Not sure on that but, without money figured in I wouldn't mind him in Silver and Black. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwerty Posted June 17, 2005 Share Posted June 17, 2005 (edited) Even if we don't get him this season by trade i am pretty sure the sox will be looking and him alot in the off-season (free agent). Edited June 17, 2005 by qwerty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
South Side Fireworks Man Posted June 17, 2005 Share Posted June 17, 2005 Yeah, I'd like to have him on our 25 man roster as well. I wouldn't trade anyone off our 25 for him except Timo but the A's wouldn't take him. Maybe a second tier prospect or two would get him, and he can take Timo's spot on the roster. The only problem would be what to do with Gload when he's healthy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beck72 Posted June 17, 2005 Share Posted June 17, 2005 QUOTE(Pauly8509CWS @ Jun 17, 2005 -> 09:57 PM) He's what the Sox need. The good eye at the plate especially, coming off the bench and seeing good pitches and giving himself a chance to get on or move the runners over. I like Hatteberg but I think he may make 3-4 mil. which I think is too much for him. Not sure on that but, without money figured in I wouldn't mind him in Silver and Black. He makes $2.45 mill this yr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sayitaintso Posted June 18, 2005 Share Posted June 18, 2005 QUOTE(qwerty @ Jun 17, 2005 -> 03:59 PM) Even if we don't get him this season by trade i am pretty sure the sox will be looking and him alot in the off-season (free agent). That answered my question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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