royal_k
Posts: 4,423
Dec 12, 2012 1:12pm
Don't like losing Choo. But he wasn't going to sign here next year. The Deal will be a very good one if Bauer pitches up to expectations.
HitsRus
Posts: 9,206
Dec 12, 2012 4:02pm
Word is that he will wait until Hamilton signs...which will "crystalize the market". he losers in that derby will turn their attention to swisher and the bidding war will begin. In other words...we're screwed.[INDENT]Any word on how "close" we will be to not signing Swish? [/INDENT]
Classyposter58
Posts: 6,321
Dec 12, 2012 6:33pm
He saw it on twitter. Sorry I'm old school and still say wireSportsAndLady;1340947 wrote:Your dad needs to step his technology game up if he's getting his news when it comes across the wire still. Tell em to get a ****ing twitter
se-alum
Posts: 13,948
Dec 12, 2012 8:23pm
His speed makes him good at running down balls gap to gap, and he will throw people out at the plate. However, he will let balls drop in front of him, he can't make plays against the wall, and he dives like every time is the first time. Just don't expect him to make the web gem type plays.HitsRus;1341124 wrote:I don't think there is any doubt that Choo will go FA next year unless the Reds terribly overpay. Boras is famous for getting teams to bid against themselves trying to land or extend a player.
...huh.... just was listening on the radio (ESPN) and they were talking about what a great defender he is. I guess we'll find out.
wes_mantooth
Posts: 17,977
Dec 13, 2012 10:41am
Jack Hannahan signs with the Reds. Loved his glove, but I would think he is just a fill in guy or late game replacement for the Reds.
se-alum
Posts: 13,948
Dec 13, 2012 11:27am
Reds needed someone to backup Frazier at 3rd. Also, this pretty much assures us that Rolen will not be back.wes_mantooth;1341743 wrote:Jack Hannahan signs with the Reds. Loved his glove, but I would think he is just a fill in guy or late game replacement for the Reds.
dazedconfused
Posts: 2,662
Dec 13, 2012 2:39pm
i believe the angels now have more money committed to hamilton and pujols per year than the indians do to the entire team
wes_mantooth
Posts: 17,977
Dec 13, 2012 4:43pm
fixeddazedconfused;1342021 wrote:i believe the angels now have more money committed to the ball boys and bat company per year than the indians do to the entire team
IggyPride00
Posts: 6,482
Dec 14, 2012 10:34am
If Masterson or Ubaldo get off to a good start the Dolan's might want to consider moving them immediately.
The Tigers just gave Anibal Sanchez, (48-51 career record and 9-13 last season) a 5 year $80 million deal.
They will be virtually unsignable if that is the going rate for a largely mediocre pitcher/innings eater type.
The Tigers just gave Anibal Sanchez, (48-51 career record and 9-13 last season) a 5 year $80 million deal.
They will be virtually unsignable if that is the going rate for a largely mediocre pitcher/innings eater type.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Dec 14, 2012 10:37am
Wonder if the GM that signed Anibal Sanchez is the same guy that signed Pronk.
TBone14
Posts: 6,383
Dec 17, 2012 3:46pm
According to Buster Olney, Tribe making a strong push for Swisher today. He is in town for dinner with Shapiro tonight.
wes_mantooth
Posts: 17,977
Dec 17, 2012 5:03pm
Follow @shapanetti on twitter if you want some laughs.
bases_loaded
Posts: 6,912
Dec 17, 2012 5:20pm
TBone14;1345718 wrote:According to Buster Olney, Tribe making a strong push for Swisher today. He is in town for dinner with Shapiro tonight.
I see a second place finish
TBone14
Posts: 6,383
Dec 17, 2012 5:34pm
bases_loaded;1345779 wrote:I see a second place finish
I bet Dolan sent Shapiro to dinner with a Groupon.
ts1227
Posts: 12,319
Dec 17, 2012 7:07pm
I don't know if Dolan would feel comfortable putting money up front like that with a GrouponTBone14;1345795 wrote:I bet Dolan sent Shapiro to dinner with a Groupon.
TBone14
Posts: 6,383
Dec 17, 2012 7:42pm
ts1227;1345837 wrote:I don't know if Dolan would feel comfortable putting money up front like that with a Groupon
LoL. Agreed. I bet it went down like this.
Swish and Shapiro walk into the restaurant.
Swish: Applebees, huh?
Shapiro: Yea man. This place is great. It one of Chris Berman's favorites. You know Boomer? Good friend of mine.
Swish: riiiiight.
Shapiro: Anywho....you don't mind ordering off the 2 for 20 menu? You get an app, a killer entree plus a desert. This place is great. (Waitress approaches) Yes, two waters please.
Swish: Just water?
Shapiro: Oh gosh. I'm sorry. With lemon please. If you use one pack of Equal and one pack of Sweet N Low it tastes just like Lemonade.
bases_loaded
Posts: 6,912
Dec 17, 2012 10:02pm
Would be a great off season if we add Swish.
Laley23
Posts: 29,506
Dec 17, 2012 10:53pm
Thats good.TBone14;1345862 wrote:LoL. Agreed. I bet it went down like this.
Swish and Shapiro walk into the restaurant.
Swish: Applebees, huh?
Shapiro: Yea man. This place is great. It one of Chris Berman's favorites. You know Boomer? Good friend of mine.
Swish: riiiiight.
Shapiro: Anywho....you don't mind ordering off the 2 for 20 menu? You get an app, a killer entree plus a desert. This place is great. (Waitress approaches) Yes, two waters please.
Swish: Just water?
Shapiro: Oh gosh. I'm sorry. With lemon please. If you use one pack of Equal and one pack of Sweet N Low it tastes just like Lemonade.
Or they went to Dennys.
Swisher: "Ill have the Grand Slam"
Shapiro: "Wait a minute, Swish. This is Cleveland, not NY. We dont do 'Grand Slams'."
HitsRus
Posts: 9,206
Dec 18, 2012 1:16pm
Would be a great off season if we add Swish
Exactly....I might even think they might contend (feeling giddy).
Truth is that he will be visiting at least three other teams.....I expect Texas or Philly to come swooping in at the end.
HitsRus
Posts: 9,206
Dec 18, 2012 9:46pm
The Tribe made their best pitch to Swisher today.... lighting up the scoreboard and even trotting out some Ohio State people to help convince him to sign with the Tribe....but came up empty...at least for now. Swisher reportedly will visit at least three other teams.
http://cleveland.indians.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20121218&content_id=40727616&vkey=news_cle&c_id=cle
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http://cleveland.indians.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20121218&content_id=40727616&vkey=news_cle&c_id=cle
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dazedconfused
Posts: 2,662
Dec 18, 2012 10:03pm
manoloff just tweeted about swisher possibly to the phillies. im shocked that the recruiting pitch of a scoreboard pic, ohio state and free food didn't work out
now he says the indians are still in play
now he says the indians are still in play
bases_loaded
Posts: 6,912
Dec 18, 2012 10:49pm
They are in play to drive the price up. I just hope he doesn't sign somewhere else for a reasonable price.dazedconfused;1346926 wrote:manoloff just tweeted about swisher possibly to the phillies. im shocked that the recruiting pitch of a scoreboard pic, ohio state and free food didn't work out
now he says the indians are still in play
Classyposter58
Posts: 6,321
Dec 19, 2012 1:40am
Was listening on the radio today and there's talk I guess of Porcello to the Indians for Chris Perez and a prospect
TBone14
Posts: 6,383
Dec 19, 2012 9:33am
Don't like that at all. If anything, the Indians should be getting Procello and a prospect for Perez.Classyposter58;1347031 wrote:Was listening on the radio today and there's talk I guess of Porcello to the Indians for Chris Perez and a prospect
Crimson streak
Posts: 9,002
Dec 19, 2012 9:38am
Yeah no thanks procello is garbage