MLB '10

Kevy Baby · 12-17-2009, 07:48 PM

Okay, I know opening day is still 109 days away, but as GD said last year, "...following off season moves is half the fun."

The Dodgers didn't do much during the Winter meetings, except most notably sending Pierre to the White Sox for a couple of minor league pitchers. If indeed one of the pitchers is John Ely, he looks to be a strong candidate to maybe shore up the struggling starting rotation.

I just worry about how serious things can be with the McCourts doing their battles in the courts. I am afraid that money is going to be too locked up while those two do battle over control of the Dodgers.

In other news, at least the Nationals don't have a losing record yet!

Ghoulish Delight · 12-17-2009, 11:51 PM

You're behind on your news.

The Dodgers have picked up veteran 2nd (sometines 3rd) baseman Jamey Carroll for the relatively low price of $3.85M (plus incentives). And they've got their eye on Aaron Harang, currently under a pricey contract with the Reds, and a couple free agents that would fill the #4 slot nicely (including possibly buying Padilla back off the market if the sides can get past the multi-year contract sticking point).

I don't think the McCourts' issues are going to be a big deal. I'm sure it's not a picnic to deal with, but Colletti is the one that handles the wheeling and dealing. And I'm not worried about the slow pace this year. It's his M.O. I've come to trust Colletti, he doesn't make dumb expensive moves just because they look good and make headlines. He seems to know how tto get bang for the buck.

Kevy Baby · 12-18-2009, 07:56 AM

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I don't think the McCourts' issues are going to be a big deal. I'm sure it's not a picnic to deal with, but Colletti is the one that handles the wheeling and dealing.

While Colletti spends money wisely, my concern is that the money will be too wrapped up by the divorce. Colletti is spending the McCourt's money.

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And I'm not worried about the slow pace this year. It's his M.O. I've come to trust Colletti, he doesn't make dumb expensive moves just because they look good and make headlines. He seems to know how tto get bang for the buck.

I'm with you on this!

Any rising stars from the farm system? The Dodgers usually do a good job grooming from within.

Moonliner · 12-18-2009, 08:30 AM

Yeah, well we got some hot shot pitcher dude who's name I forget at the moment and who I'm too lazy to Google.

So take that you other franchises! We're coming for you this year. Feel the fear.

Ghoulish Delight · 12-18-2009, 08:37 AM

Hmm, all the Nats news is about Pudge Rodriguez, so not sure who the pitcher is.

Dodgers prospects, these are the minor leaguers they've given spring training invites to: first baseman John Lindsey, outfielder Prentice Redman and pitchers Justin Miller, Francisco Felix, Juan Perez, Josh Towers and Luis Ayala. As well as Doug Mentkiewicz and Angel Berroa, both of whom have spent time on the Dodgers.

Moonliner · 12-18-2009, 08:47 AM

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Hmm, all the Nats news is about Pudge Rodriguez, so not sure who the pitcher is.

This guy.

Ghoulish Delight · 12-18-2009, 08:53 AM

Oh, a draftee? hahaha.

I mean, congrats.

Moonliner · 12-18-2009, 10:10 AM

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Oh, a draftee? hahaha.

I mean, congrats.

Yeah, laugh it up fuzzball. But you'll be singing a diffrent tune when your mighty Manny has to sit back down after getting smoked by our boy.

Sometime after the all-star break when he makes it to the majors. Next season at the latest.

Moonliner · 05-27-2010, 12:27 PM

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Yeah, well we got some hot shot pitcher dude

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Originally Posted by Ghoulish Delight

Hmm, all the Nats news is about Pudge Rodriguez, so not sure who the pitcher is.

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This guy.

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Originally Posted by Ghoulish Delight

Oh, a draftee? hahaha.

I mean, congrats.

You still laughing? Well not for long. Looks like this "draftee" is the real deal.

His Baseball card is going for over $10,000

And his record in Triple-A ain't to shabby.

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In his first three Triple-A starts, Stephen Strasburg did not allow a run—earned or otherwise—while blowing away the more seasoned hitters in the highest minor league.

Prudence · 12-18-2009, 10:04 AM

I think the Ms got some guy they think is hot stuff, judging from the P-I headlines, but I have no idea who or what or how misguided the hopes are.

12-17-2009, 07:48 PM	#1
Kevy Baby Chowder Head Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Yes Posts: 18,500	MLB '10 Okay, I know opening day is still 109 days away, but as GD said last year, "...following off season moves is half the fun." The Dodgers didn't do much during the Winter meetings, except most notably sending Pierre to the White Sox for a couple of minor league pitchers. If indeed one of the pitchers is John Ely, he looks to be a strong candidate to maybe shore up the struggling starting rotation. I just worry about how serious things can be with the McCourts doing their battles in the courts. I am afraid that money is going to be too locked up while those two do battle over control of the Dodgers. In other news, at least the Nationals don't have a losing record yet! __________________ The thing about quotes on the internet is that you cannot verify their validity. - Abraham Lincoln
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12-17-2009, 11:51 PM	#2
Ghoulish Delight I Floop the Pig Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Alternative Swankstyle Posts: 19,348	You're behind on your news. The Dodgers have picked up veteran 2nd (sometines 3rd) baseman Jamey Carroll for the relatively low price of $3.85M (plus incentives). And they've got their eye on Aaron Harang, currently under a pricey contract with the Reds, and a couple free agents that would fill the #4 slot nicely (including possibly buying Padilla back off the market if the sides can get past the multi-year contract sticking point). I don't think the McCourts' issues are going to be a big deal. I'm sure it's not a picnic to deal with, but Colletti is the one that handles the wheeling and dealing. And I'm not worried about the slow pace this year. It's his M.O. I've come to trust Colletti, he doesn't make dumb expensive moves just because they look good and make headlines. He seems to know how tto get bang for the buck. __________________ 'He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me.' -TJ
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Moonliner 8/30/14 - Disneyland -10k or Bust. Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 9,022	Yeah, well we got some hot shot pitcher dude who's name I forget at the moment and who I'm too lazy to Google. So take that you other franchises! We're coming for you this year. Feel the fear. __________________ - Taking it one step at a time.
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12-18-2009, 08:37 AM	#5
Ghoulish Delight I Floop the Pig Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Alternative Swankstyle Posts: 19,348	Hmm, all the Nats news is about Pudge Rodriguez, so not sure who the pitcher is. Dodgers prospects, these are the minor leaguers they've given spring training invites to: first baseman John Lindsey, outfielder Prentice Redman and pitchers Justin Miller, Francisco Felix, Juan Perez, Josh Towers and Luis Ayala. As well as Doug Mentkiewicz and Angel Berroa, both of whom have spent time on the Dodgers. __________________ 'He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me.' -TJ
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12-18-2009, 08:53 AM	#7
Ghoulish Delight I Floop the Pig Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Alternative Swankstyle Posts: 19,348	Oh, a draftee? hahaha. I mean, congrats. __________________ 'He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me.' -TJ
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Prudence Beelzeboobs, Esq. Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Gavel - I haz it Posts: 6,287	I think the Ms got some guy they think is hot stuff, judging from the P-I headlines, but I have no idea who or what or how misguided the hopes are. __________________ traguna macoities tracorum satis de
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