Interesting Questions on MLBTR Chat

[Backtobanks]

Obviously just banter and not rumor or speculation, but interesting.

 

Where does Milton Bradley play in 2010??

The Padres, once perhaps the favorite, are now a question mark since Kevin Towers was fired. A friend today suggested a Bradley-Linebrink swap (Cubs eating salary to make it match). Thoughts?

 

 

If Bobby Jenks is traded from the Whitesox this offseason, where might be a good fit for him? Cubs, Rays, Rangers, Braves? Not sure if they'd all be willing to take on the salary though.

 

My thoughts: I never really considered the White Sox as a trade candidate for Bradley. If it was Bradley-Linnebrink the money difference is $10.5 million. If somehow the deal could be expanded to Bradley plus Stevens/Patton/Berg/Marshall for Jenks and Linnebrink (not sure the WS would do it) the money difference would be about $3 million. The WS need an OF because they will lose Dye and probably Posednick.

 

Can you see a deal of either Jake Fox or Micah Hoffpauir going to the Orioles? And if so, who could be in the mix?

Fox moreso, because he actually impressed at all levels this year. It's a good match given the teams' frequent hook-ups. I don't think the return would be all too impressive for the Cubs though. Would Luke Scott be appropriate?

 

My thoughts: I don't think the O's would go for Fox plus prospect for Scott? I would really like Fox plus Fuld/Colvin + prospect for Pie. Note: O's are looking for a RH 1B. Pie is currently a 4th OF for the O's.

[BCVM22]

I would really like Fox plus Fuld/Colvin + prospect for Pie.

 

:shock:

[UMFan83]

I would really like Fox plus Fuld/Colvin + prospect for Pie.

 

:shock:

 

My thoughts exactly. BTB, why?

[Clem Fandango]

Let's forget about Luke Scott, who is a serviceable right fielder, cheap, lefty (switch hitter), and put up the production numbers (HR/RBI) we were hoping from Bradley this year and instead focus on giving up way more players for a guy we gave up for much less who still isn't that good? Is that what I'm reading?

[17 Seconds]

Let's forget about Luke Scott, who is a serviceable right fielder, cheap, lefty (switch hitter), and put up the production numbers (HR/RBI) we were hoping from Bradley this year and instead focus on giving up way more players for a guy we gave up for much less who still isn't that good? Is that what I'm reading?

 

And Scott actually crushes righties, unlike Bradley who has always hit LHP much better than RHP.

 

I still think it's funny that they were so obsessed with getting a LHB last season and got a guy who isn't even good from that side. Not only was the obsession dumb to being with, but they didn't even do it right.

[Backtobanks]

I would really like Fox plus Fuld/Colvin + prospect for Pie.

 

:shock:

 

My thoughts exactly. BTB, why?

 

Adding a prospect might be overpaying, but Fox and Fuld/Colvin don't seem to fit in the Cubs' plans. We all love Fox, but he's obviouly an AL 1B/DH. Pie is still only 24 years old and is starting to show the potential everyone thought he had: .266/.326/.437/.763 Assuming he will continue to improve, he would add speed and defense to the lineup.

[Little Slide Rooter]

This one made me throw up in my mouth more than just a little bit

 

2:02 [Comment From DA CUBS]

Q. Where does Milton Bradley play in 2010??

2:03 A. The Padres, once perhaps the favorite, are now a question mark since Kevin Towers was fired. A friend today suggested a Bradley-Linebrink swap (Cubs eating salary to make it match). Thoughts?

 

My thoughts are if Hendry pulled this off and didnt get fired, Id give up.

[RedFlash]

This one made me throw up in my mouth more than just a little bit

 

2:02 [Comment From DA CUBS]

Q. Where does Milton Bradley play in 2010??

2:03 A. The Padres, once perhaps the favorite, are now a question mark since Kevin Towers was fired. A friend today suggested a Bradley-Linebrink swap (Cubs eating salary to make it match). Thoughts?

 

My thoughts are if Hendry pulled this off and didnt get fired, Id give up.

 

If Hendry trades Bradley for Linebrink, I think I might make a trek up to Chicago and punch Hendry in the face. Trading a productive OF fo a crappy middle reliever is not how you make good teams. Not to mention the Cubs have more then enough arms in thesystem to do what Linebrink does, without the contract issues.

[pitchcs]

This one made me throw up in my mouth more than just a little bit

 

2:02 [Comment From DA CUBS]

Q. Where does Milton Bradley play in 2010??

2:03 A. The Padres, once perhaps the favorite, are now a question mark since Kevin Towers was fired. A friend today suggested a Bradley-Linebrink swap (Cubs eating salary to make it match). Thoughts?

 

My thoughts are if Hendry pulled this off and didnt get fired, Id give up.

 

If Hendry trades Bradley for Linebrink, I think I might make a trek up to Chicago and punch Hendry in the face. Trading a productive OF fo a crappy middle reliever is not how you make good teams. Not to mention the Cubs have more then enough arms in thesystem to do what Linebrink does, without the contract issues.

 

 

It doesn't really matter, the Sox are not going to trade for Milton.

[CUBZ99]

This one made me throw up in my mouth more than just a little bit

 

2:02 [Comment From DA CUBS]

Q. Where does Milton Bradley play in 2010??

2:03 A. The Padres, once perhaps the favorite, are now a question mark since Kevin Towers was fired. A friend today suggested a Bradley-Linebrink swap (Cubs eating salary to make it match). Thoughts?

 

My thoughts are if Hendry pulled this off and didnt get fired, Id give up.

 

If Hendry trades Bradley for Linebrink, I think I might make a trek up to Chicago and punch Hendry in the face. Trading a productive OF fo a crappy middle reliever is not how you make good teams. Not to mention the Cubs have more then enough arms in thesystem to do what Linebrink does, without the contract issues.

 

 

It doesn't really matter, the Sox are not going to trade for Milton.

 

You have to admit, it seems like a move the Kenny wouldn't be scared to make.

[Backtobanks]

Pay-Per-View: Ozzie vs. Milton

[Backtobanks]

From MLBTR:

Angels' Bobby Abreu on White Sox wish list?

White Sox GM Ken Williams appears to be focused on adding hitters who have more speed and the potential to post a .350 on-base percentage or better. "I think we're entering into an era where 30 home runs starts to mean something again," Williams said when he met with the media for the final time on Sept. 30. "So it's important for us to get our players to higher on-base percentages as a team." That sounds a lot like Los Angeles Angels right fielder Bobby Abreu, who could be back on the free-agent market again this year. The Sox were rumored to be after Abreu last winter, but the pursuit ended when they couldn't trade Dye. -- Arlington Heights Daily Herald .....Ben's Take: Angels are hoping that the White Sox never get a chance to wine and dine Abreu. Will he take the Halos cash or see what's behind door No. 2?

 

Sounds like a certain RF that's available from the Cubs.

[hardcorecubfan]

I would really like Fox plus Fuld/Colvin + prospect for Pie.

 

:shock:

 

As long as it is coconut cream pie

[SouthSideRyan]

Abreu's probably gonna wind up really overpaid

[Backtobanks]

Abreu's probably gonna wind up really overpaid

 

It will make up for this year.

[biittner77]

There's actually a fair amount of optimism for Pie around here. Adam Jones seems to be injury prone so having Pie around is a good thing. On the other hand, with Markakis a lock to start and Reimold having a promising season they could part with Luke Scott if it got them Fox plus someone like Berg