Channeling Hendry

[JeffH]

Piniella-Huff, The Reunion

[Guest]

Hendry is going to be looking for a left-handed bat. I've already heard a lot of rumblings that the blame on the offense performance in the post season is the lack of lefty thunder against the three right handed starters.

 

It's BS, but if this thread is about channeling Hendry then I believe that's your target.

 

I agree it's not the best idea but if you can start getting younger in the OF with a pre-arbitration guy, that'd be a great start.

If you're still talking Hermida, I'd be interested in your take on his awful year in 2008. What I'm hearing is that Hendry will be looking for someone from the left side that can produce 30+ HR and 100+ RBI to put between Ramirez + Lee.

 

I don't think the Cubs have the prospects to go after a big lefty bat in the trade market. They really can't go after Tex with Lee around. Milton Bradley doesn't seem like a good fit and I would like to avoid his injury history. I'm not sure what other lefty bats are on the market.

 

I'd buy low with Hermida. His awful year in 2008? Get him out of Dolphin Stadium and see what he can do (.585 OPS at home, .851 OPS on the road).

I think they'll make inquiries with Teix's agent about his willingness to play RF. I think they'll test the waters on Beltran. I don't see them going after Dunn as he doesn't seem to fit the mold of multi-faceted players they like. I can't think of anyone else that might be available that meets the criteria that has that veteran-y stamp of goodness on them.

 

I was very high on Hermida coming into the season. But he clearly didn't progress as he was expected to this season. It's possible that it was a down year for one reason or another and that the big breakout expected in 2008 will come in 2009, therefore this is a chance to buy low on a superior talent. Depending on the price, I think it is a move that you or I make pretty quickly.

 

I don't think Hendry will jump on it, though.

 

I definitely think Hendry covets Beltran but I think the Cubs match up well with the Mets as trade partners.

[Guest]

I think they'll make inquiries with Teix's agent about his willingness to play RF. I think they'll test the waters on Beltran. I don't see them going after Dunn as he doesn't seem to fit the mold of multi-faceted players they like. I can't think of anyone else that might be available that meets the criteria that has that veteran-y stamp of goodness on them.

 

I was very high on Hermida coming into the season. But he clearly didn't progress as he was expected to this season. It's possible that it was a down year for one reason or another and that the big breakout expected in 2008 will come in 2009, therefore this is a chance to buy low on a superior talent. Depending on the price, I think it is a move that you or I make pretty quickly.

 

I don't think Hendry will jump on it, though.

 

I definitely think Hendry covets Beltran but I think the Cubs match up well with the Mets as trade partners.

I assume you mean you don't think they do.

 

I think they have a possible match...if they're willing to give up Marmol in the package.

[Guest]

Err, yeah. That's what I meant.

 

I don't think the Cubs will part with Marmol or Soto and the Mets will rightfully inquire about those two to start off. The Mets will want big league ready talent, the Cubs won't want to part with theirs.

[SouthSideRyan]

Sure would be nice if Samardzija didn't have a NTC.

[minnesotacubsfan]

IDK about Hermida. He could bounce back, he might not either. I think if you are serious about a LH bat @ 30 hr and 100 rbi, Dunn is the better bet.

[Guest]

IDK about Hermida. He could bounce back, he might not either. I think if you are serious about a LH bat @ 30 hr and 100 rbi, Dunn is the better bet.

 

But if you assume the team is close to maxing out a budget, Dunn/Bradley/Beltran/Tex won't be possible candidates.

 

You have to go after a pre-arb guy and you buy low on Hermida because you don't have the prospects to go after bigger names.

 

He's always had a sound plan at the plate, good plate discipline and would be prime candidate to return to his 2007 numbers (or his 2008 road splits) if he can play half his games at Wrigley. Plus his trade value is lower after a down season.

 

Jeremy Hermida is the Carlos Quentin of this offseason. :)

[minnesotacubsfan]

IDK about Hermida. He could bounce back, he might not either. I think if you are serious about a LH bat @ 30 hr and 100 rbi, Dunn is the better bet.

 

But if you assume the team is close to maxing out a budget, Dunn/Bradley/Beltran/Tex won't be possible candidates.

 

You have to go after a pre-arb guy and you buy low on Hermida because you don't have the prospects to go after bigger names.

 

He's always had a sound plan at the plate, good plate discipline and would be prime candidate to return to his 2007 numbers (or his 2008 road splits) if he can play half his games at Wrigley. Plus his trade value is lower after a down season.

 

Jeremy Hermida is the Carlos Quentin of this offseason. :)

 

while I love the prospect of the bold above, I think Fukudome would be just as likely to bounce back, and at that point, what sense does Hermida make?

[Guest]

IDK about Hermida. He could bounce back, he might not either. I think if you are serious about a LH bat @ 30 hr and 100 rbi, Dunn is the better bet.

 

But if you assume the team is close to maxing out a budget, Dunn/Bradley/Beltran/Tex won't be possible candidates.

 

You have to go after a pre-arb guy and you buy low on Hermida because you don't have the prospects to go after bigger names.

 

He's always had a sound plan at the plate, good plate discipline and would be prime candidate to return to his 2007 numbers (or his 2008 road splits) if he can play half his games at Wrigley. Plus his trade value is lower after a down season.

 

Jeremy Hermida is the Carlos Quentin of this offseason. :)

 

while I love the prospect of the bold above, I think Fukudome would be just as likely to bounce back, and at that point, what sense does Hermida make?

 

Fukudome can play CF if he does improve (which I think is likely). I don't think you can go into next season assuming Fukudome as your starting RF and Pie/Johnson as your starting CF.

[minnesotacubsfan]

IDK about Hermida. He could bounce back, he might not either. I think if you are serious about a LH bat @ 30 hr and 100 rbi, Dunn is the better bet.

 

But if you assume the team is close to maxing out a budget, Dunn/Bradley/Beltran/Tex won't be possible candidates.

 

You have to go after a pre-arb guy and you buy low on Hermida because you don't have the prospects to go after bigger names.

 

He's always had a sound plan at the plate, good plate discipline and would be prime candidate to return to his 2007 numbers (or his 2008 road splits) if he can play half his games at Wrigley. Plus his trade value is lower after a down season.

 

Jeremy Hermida is the Carlos Quentin of this offseason. :)

 

while I love the prospect of the bold above, I think Fukudome would be just as likely to bounce back, and at that point, what sense does Hermida make?

 

Fukudome can play CF if he does improve (which I think is likely). I don't think you can go into next season assuming Fukudome as your starting RF and Pie/Johnson as your starting CF.

 

o right. I didnt even think to move him to cf in my post above, even though its something I often wanted...

[Guest]

IDK about Hermida. He could bounce back, he might not either. I think if you are serious about a LH bat @ 30 hr and 100 rbi, Dunn is the better bet.

 

But if you assume the team is close to maxing out a budget, Dunn/Bradley/Beltran/Tex won't be possible candidates.

 

You have to go after a pre-arb guy and you buy low on Hermida because you don't have the prospects to go after bigger names.

 

He's always had a sound plan at the plate, good plate discipline and would be prime candidate to return to his 2007 numbers (or his 2008 road splits) if he can play half his games at Wrigley. Plus his trade value is lower after a down season.

 

Jeremy Hermida is the Carlos Quentin of this offseason. :)

Doesn't Hermida have 3+ years of experience?

[Guest]

You're right. It's a typo.

[JeffH]

That's one of the reasons he might be available. He's going to start getting "expensive" (by Marlins standards).

[mul21]

I like Tim's thought of looking at Tex in the OF, either corner is fine with me and move Soriano if necessary. Honestly, if that was to happen, I'd put him at the 3 and go Tex, Ram, and then Lee.

 

I know Lou and Hendry both have a man crush on Riot, but they really should try to move him while his value is sky high. I don't know if I'm crazy about Furcal with the recent injury history, but that along with Cedeno would be a couple of options. Edmonds was great this year but I'm reluctant to bring him back. And if you do, you almost have to send Pie somewhere to get something for him before he has zero value to anybody.

 

Starting pitching right now I guess you have Z, Harden, Lilly, Marquis, Marshall, the ghost of Rich Hill, Shark and some other assorted arms to choose from. I like the idea of Lowe. He seems to take the ball every 5th day and wouldn't have HR issues even being in Wrigley. I think you get him and if you can send Marquis somewhere you do that and free up cash to bring back Demp if he's willing to sign a 3 year deal.

 

The big question I have is what gets done with Fukudome? Does he figure it out, does he go back to Japan? Does he stay here and keep sucking? I think that is something that has to be decided before any of the other pieces can be put into place.

[Guest]

Teixeira:

 

2003 - 14 games in LF, 11 in RF

2004 - 7 in RF

 

No games in the OF since.

[Sammy Sofa]

Teixeira:

 

2003 - 14 games in LF, 11 in RF

2004 - 7 in RF

 

No games in the OF since.

 

With his offensive output, I'd have zero problem dealing with him in the OF if need be.

[Guest]

Teixeira:

 

2003 - 14 games in LF, 11 in RF

2004 - 7 in RF

 

No games in the OF since.

 

With his offensive output, I'd have zero problem dealing with him in the OF if need be.

 

I don't either. I'm sure he wouldn't be a liability out there. But I'd question his interest in playing the OF.

[Guest]

Teixeira:

 

2003 - 14 games in LF, 11 in RF

2004 - 7 in RF

 

No games in the OF since.

Doesn't mean he can't play there.

[JeffH]

I know Lou and Hendry both have a man crush on Riot, but they really should try to move him while his value is sky high.

 

Ryan Theriot's value is sky high?

[rchap24]

Teixeira:

 

2003 - 14 games in LF, 11 in RF

2004 - 7 in RF

 

No games in the OF since.

Doesn't mean he can't play there.

 

I would gladly take him out there...First off guys think about it he can't be that much worse then Dunn I'd think :scratch:

[jersey cubs fan]

I know Lou and Hendry both have a man crush on Riot, but they really should try to move him while his value is sky high.

 

Ryan Theriot's value is sky high?

 

The midget's sky.

[Guest]

Teixeira:

 

2003 - 14 games in LF, 11 in RF

2004 - 7 in RF

 

No games in the OF since.

 

With his offensive output, I'd have zero problem dealing with him in the OF if need be.

 

I don't either. I'm sure he wouldn't be a liability out there. But I'd question his interest in playing the OF.

Well, that's the big question. That's why I suggested that Hendry would likely be sending inquiries to the agent around his interest in that. Enough $$$ may change his mind about it.

[Sammy Sofa]

Teixeira:

 

2003 - 14 games in LF, 11 in RF

2004 - 7 in RF

 

No games in the OF since.

 

With his offensive output, I'd have zero problem dealing with him in the OF if need be.

 

I don't either. I'm sure he wouldn't be a liability out there. But I'd question his interest in playing the OF.

Well, that's the big question. That's why I suggested that Hendry would likely be sending inquiries to the agent around his interest in that. Enough $$$ may change his mind about it.

 

Exactly. He's played it before, albeit limited, and tons of money has a remarkable way of convincing players to do things.

[JeffH]

If you're going to pay a guy twenty million bucks a year, the smart thing to do is to play him where he's most likely to maximize his performance.

 

Teixiera belongs at 1B.

 

If you sign him, you'll have to get rid of Derrek Lee.

 

I don't think Teixiera is a realistic option.

[Pushfrog98]

Step 1: Trade Derrek Lee for good prospects

Step 2: Spin prospects to Pittsburgh for Nate McClouth

Step 3: Sign Mark Texiera

Step 4: Trade Theriot for whatever prospects you can get

Step 5: Sign Furcal OR

Step 6: Spin prospects for brob and have him learn SS... (and in my imagination, he ends up being very good at SS... keep in mind, imagination != reality).

Step 7: ?

Step 8: PROFIT!!!!