bmags Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 I have been very excited about Trayce making it, but this idea that he'll be a plus starter is unlikely. On the other hand, we've had a terrible bench for 4 years. We may actually have a plus defensive substitute with a worthwhile offensive skill (RHP hitting and pop). That's valuable! And we haven't gotten value from our farm in even that most basic function. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenSox Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 QUOTE (Knackattack @ Aug 19, 2015 -> 04:16 PM) Why would we trade Adam Eaton? He is one of the top 3 bats on the team and an above average offensive CF signed cheap You're right, but you have to trade something to get something. Good teams sell high. If the Sox have a replacement, that's what you do - sell high. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chitownsportsfan Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 QUOTE (GreenSox @ Aug 19, 2015 -> 07:29 PM) You're right, but you have to trade something to get something. Good teams sell high. If the Sox have a replacement, that's what you do - sell high. Except...you're not selling high. You're selling a guy about to enter his prime according to all the research we have on aging curves. In fact, hitters don't really age anymore Eaton could be entering a 5 year stretch until he's on the wrong side of 30 where he's a consistent 3-5 WAR player. You don't trade that away unless you get bowled over on return. And nobody does that anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmmmmbeeer Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 I love watching this kid bat. He seems to have early pitch recognition and a great feel for the strike zone. I watch him have these quality ABs and wonder how in the hell he struggled so badly in the minors. No better time than the present to find out what you have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWSpalehoseCWS Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 QUOTE (GreenSox @ Aug 19, 2015 -> 06:29 PM) You're right, but you have to trade something to get something. Good teams sell high. If the Sox have a replacement, that's what you do - sell high. Then the Sox should sell from their lone position of strength - pitching. Trading Q makes much more sense than Eaton IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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