Blackmail!!!
by batterbatter on Mar 9, 2010 11:56 AM PST
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It does seem that the Twins is gonna lose their closer Nathan for the season, and will be looking for a closer in order to contend. Now, the A's theoretically have 4 RP who can close - Bailey, Ziegler, Wuertz, and Devine. I do think now is the perfect time to committ grand larceny against the Twins' minor league system. So, which players in the Twins' system should Billy Beane be asking for when he is placing that phone call to the Twins front office?
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fangraphs top 10 prospects for Minnesota
is here.
Wilson Ramos, the #2 prospect on that list, caught my eye because he is currently blocked by Joe Mauer. Depending on how confident Minnesota is about signing Mauer this year, they might be willing to part with him. Of course, the A’s are pretty deep in catchers as well. Maybe someone could suggest a multi-team deal? I’m really horrible at this stuff.
Billy's not gonna mess with our bullpen...
"The only way I'm going to get a Gold Glove is with a can of spray paint." - Reggie Jackson
Not true
At best, we are a .500 ballclub or about a 85 wins. Trading one or 2 of our bullpen guys ain’t changing the fact we aren’t making the playoffs this year. The future of our team is not Ziegler or Wuertz or even Devine, it’s Carter, Taylor, Suzuki, and whomever we can get from the Twins.
by batterbatter on Mar 9, 2010 12:10 PM PST up reply actions
I think we could be better than that
But +1 about not true. BB is opportunistic and if there’s a desperate team he will take full advantage of that.
by OnlybuyBeaneJerseys on Mar 9, 2010 12:29 PM PST up reply actions
I would argue that Devine could be part of the future
health permitting.
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uhh...
bullpens are the perfect place to build up value by sticking (relatively) replaceable guys in the closer role and then trading them off.
how badly does our bullpen miss huston street?
A's v Giants "is kind of like the difference between going to see the Ramones and going to see the Bee Gees. A's fans will go see the Ramones."
-BB 07/27/05
Yes, I understand and know all of this.
I’m just saying that I don’t think he’s gonna mess with our bullpen now because this year especially we need strong middle and late inning protection for our young/injury prone starters. But, knowing (or not knowing) Billy, who knows what could happen…
Does anyone miss Huston Street? No, but remember that Huston, for lack of better words, was having some problems closing games for us.
"The only way I'm going to get a Gold Glove is with a can of spray paint." - Reggie Jackson
Not top 10
Unless it is a multiplayer or multiteam, I don’t think we could get a top 10 Twins prospect in return for just a closer, unless that closer is Bailey.
Well...
maybe we can for Wuertz and Breslow.
by batterbatter on Mar 9, 2010 12:11 PM PST up reply actions
I want Mauer and no less.
If they give the A’s Mauer I guess they can have Ziggy.
I guess.
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by Boonee on Mar 9, 2010 12:12 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
It really wouldn't be a fair unless
Unless we then signed Mauer to a 10 year deal at the league minimum…
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by stranahanahan on Mar 9, 2010 12:33 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
I'd definitely be in favor of swinging a deal like that.
I mean, we’re not going to get a really great prospect or anything, but with all of the leverage and strength where they need it, we’re in a pretty great negotiating position. I’m sure Beane has already made a call.
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I don’t think he makes a lot of outgoing calls when it comes to this stuff.
by Colorado Fan on Mar 9, 2010 12:49 PM PST up reply actions
When people come to you
They’re willing to overpay
"The A's get some action but they do not score..." -Glen Kuiper
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That my sales
philosophy too. Thats why I’m so rich.
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Well then...
I could use $20.00….
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In the former USSR
You overpay to them
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by cuppingmaster on Mar 10, 2010 10:32 AM PST up reply actions
Maybe we can get Tyler Ladendorf again!!!
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Eh
If we can take their top prospect OF Aaron Hicks for Devine or Wuertz + minor leaguer I’d be down. That could seal us on the OF of the future.
I’m sure the twins will be ready to give up something. They’re gonna be desperate to make their first year in the new open-air ballpark a winner. I say we take their future souls for the immediate gratification.
It's just more exciting with Billy Beane running the team.
They're not going to give up their top prospect for a relief pitcher...
Sorry, it’s not happening.
Wade Hines
Also
The Twins have plenty of their own relievers, I think it’s unlikely they will give up much of anything for an RP. Nico’s idea of getting Tyler Ladendorf again seems about right (plus then it is definitely black male. . .)
Devine's elbow tendenitous make throw a small wrench in trade plans
he would be the best closer option yes/no?
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;- ) :- ) :-O : -> : -] : -}
Bailey.
I like Cindi. A. She never pretends to know more than she does. B. She has unbridled enthusiasm for her "Hotties," and isn't afraid to show it. -IM4Oakgal
that the A's would be willing to trade.
You have to include smiley faces - Poppy
;- ) :- ) :-O : -> : -] : -}
Methinks the definition of the word "blackmail" should be consulted here
“Extortion” might be a little more accurate here.
Also, the Cubs are in desperate need for a reliever, too.
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by thejd44 on Mar 10, 2010 1:14 PM PST reply actions
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