Could Kendall be traded?

by iceplant on Jul 25, 2006 1:06 PM PDT

As much of an offensive black hole as he is, there are playoff-hopeful teams that need a catcher. Well, Kendall is, if nothing else, a bonafide ML catcher. He is an absolute liability to an already weak hitting team that plays station to station and desperately needs a dangerous bat in the lineup, but his limited offensive assets could be utilized on a speedier team. He is a mediocre defensive catcher, and the remainder of his contract (with help from the Pirates) is not nearly as astronomical as it once was. Piazza is killing the Pads with his defense. Would the Pads be willing to swap Piazza for Kendall, or even Kendall and Perez? Would it make the A's better?

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Piazza's probably their best hitter.

So I can't see how they would move him.

"The first night, we were right there," Bradley said. "All we needed was a couple of touchdowns, and we would have had them."

by jeepers on Jul 25, 2006 1:08 PM PDT reply actions

I just think that BB loves

certain players, Kendall being one of them, along with Crosby, Swisher, no way he is traded unfortunately, but Piazza would not interest me.
I'm waiting patiently for Suzuki. He is probably our next catcher when we finally get rid of Kendall.

by china bob on Jul 25, 2006 1:15 PM PDT reply actions

Blood Lines

Beane loves Blood Lines: Kendall, Swisher, Crosby...all sons of former MLB Players.

COME ON, OAKLAND, COME ON!

by Colorado Fan on Jul 25, 2006 4:15 PM PDT up reply actions

Piazza wouldn't help us

because we have Thomas at DH.

I do truly wish we could dump Kendall and just use a Melhuse/Baker or Brown platoon.

by Zonis on Jul 25, 2006 1:35 PM PDT reply actions

No Trade Clause

I believe Kendall also has a no-trade clause. If I remember correctly, he OK'd the trade to Oakland and would likely have to do the same for any current trades.

by kaiser on Jul 25, 2006 1:37 PM PDT up reply actions

He'd probably OK San Diego.

His buddy Brian Giles is there. Plus, he was born in San Diego and grew up in SoCal.

"The first night, we were right there," Bradley said. "All we needed was a couple of touchdowns, and we would have had them."

by jeepers on Jul 25, 2006 1:43 PM PDT up reply actions

The Padres have a near-perfect

lefty-righty, offense-defense platoon going at catcher right now with Bard and Piazza. They wouldn't even return BB's phone call wioth an offer like that.

I'll try not to swear.

by Tony on Jul 25, 2006 2:41 PM PDT reply actions

You're probably right

but ...

Kendall would ok it, no doubt about that.
The Padres are giving away runs with runners stealing on Piazza at will.
Bard can't hit, and looks like he never will.
They have a top-flight catching prospect in the minors (George Kottaras) who is probably two years from the majors.
They are desperate for a 3B who can hit.
I like pipe dreams.

by iceplant on Jul 25, 2006 4:05 PM PDT reply actions

#3: really?

It's a small sample size since he's been playing regularly, and he obviously won't keep it up for the rest of the season, but he's currently hitting .363/.430/.562.

You've got some clever folks, Blez. Mean as hell, but clever. -- Mychael Urban @('.')@

by monkeyball on Jul 25, 2006 4:15 PM PDT up reply actions

Yeah, that's what I was thinking

They're getting some serious production out of the C spot right now. Don't see why'd they break that up in the middle of a pennant race for a no-hit, no-defense catcher. He might call a good game, but he's not going to learn the whole staff and how to call them in enough time.

I'll try not to swear.

by Tony on Jul 25, 2006 5:56 PM PDT up reply actions

But..if they want to throw guys out...

Kendall isnt their guy....Doesnt make any sense to replace Piazza with another guy who cant throw.

Bring back Hammer.

by OaktownPower on Jul 25, 2006 4:56 PM PDT up reply actions

What do you mean, OP?

Have you not seen his grit??? And you want to focus on throwing out basestealers. Amateur.

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by Nico on Jul 25, 2006 4:58 PM PDT up reply actions

Kendall could most definetly be traded

but that's more likely to happen in the offseason. SD won't move Piazza for Kendall, but I doubt they'll pick up Piazza's $8 million option for 2007. If Kotteras isn't ready, they may well be in the market for a 1 year wonder and Kendall would certainly fit the bill.

And he'd waive his NTC to play in SD. I think he'd also do it to go play in SF or Arizona.

Why yes. I am a ray of warm and fuzzy sunshine.

by grover on Jul 25, 2006 5:03 PM PDT reply actions

Kendell

Kendell has a no trade clause. As much as some people would like to imagen trading him, it's not going to happen.

by Threepwood XX on Jul 25, 2006 8:49 PM PDT reply actions

He'd waive his NTC

but not till the offseason.

What's the one thing every 33 year old Catcher wants? A contract when he's 34. If Kendall wants to make good money in 2008 and beyond he needs to revitalize his bat a bit and what better way to do that then by moving back to the NL where he was once a .300+ hitter?

He'd waive his NTC is he had an opportunity to go to SF, SD, LA (not that they need a Catcher) maybe Arizona, maybe Colorado. SF and SD, along with Arizona and Colorado may need a 1 year vet next season.

Why yes. I am a ray of warm and fuzzy sunshine.

by grover on Jul 26, 2006 7:35 AM PDT up reply actions

Bad Idea

Trading Kendall now would kill the team (and, as posted by fade2night, and is an impossibility). As far as we know, Beane is still trying for the playoffs this year, what with keeping Zito so far and not making any other sellout trades. Right now Kendall is one of the few players on the A's, in my opinion, of course, that is showing any sort of passion in a true everyday player. A good half of the team has blamed their problems on injuries (or had the management blame the injuries for them). What about Kendall? He goes and plays a day game right after a 17-inning marathon night game. He consistently will put himself on the line to score a run or prevent one from scoring on him. So what, he is not the best offensive ctacher int he majors right now. He is not the best defensive catcher, either. But what he is is a true player. He will put himself on the line for the team every chance he gets. And during those times, he delivers.

As much as I think Beane is losing his touch (Windsor?), getting Kendall for good may have been the best move he has made in a while.

Vegetable medley!

by senork on Jul 26, 2006 2:43 AM PDT reply actions