HitsRus
Posts: 9,206
Feb 17, 2010 4:59pm
Looking for some depth at the corners in case La Porta can't go....
http://cleveland.indians.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100216&content_id=8079340&vkey=news_cle&fext=.jsp&c_id=cle
Said to be a one year deal...no financials given...no word whether Branyan will take it. Usually in cases like this, Dolan always comes in second.
Okay...how 'bout some pitching?
http://cleveland.indians.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100216&content_id=8079340&vkey=news_cle&fext=.jsp&c_id=cle
Said to be a one year deal...no financials given...no word whether Branyan will take it. Usually in cases like this, Dolan always comes in second.
Okay...how 'bout some pitching?
wes_mantooth
Posts: 17,977
Feb 17, 2010 9:47pm
Branyan is the missing piece....AL Central is ours for the taking.
Cleveland Buck
Posts: 5,126
Feb 17, 2010 9:50pm
This is huge. We need a "I <3 Larry Dolan" thread.
TBone14
Posts: 6,383
Feb 18, 2010 2:11am
Is Washburn still out there and how much does he want? He's not really an ace anymore but he can take the ball every 5th day, be solid and keep us in games.
darbypitcher22
Posts: 8,000
Feb 18, 2010 8:56am
he'd be better off staying in Seattle if they tenure him a deal
Laley23
Posts: 29,506
Feb 18, 2010 12:09pm
I got wood.
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Eric Taylor
Posts: 602
Feb 19, 2010 2:49pm
Branyan has agreed to terms with the Indians.
2 million dollar deal with a chance for another 1 million in incentives.
There is a mutual option for 2011 worth 5 million.
2 million dollar deal with a chance for another 1 million in incentives.
There is a mutual option for 2011 worth 5 million.
just_a_swimmer
Posts: 674
Feb 19, 2010 2:58pm
Well we are starting off right. FAIL
HitsRus
Posts: 9,206
Feb 19, 2010 3:26pm
I don't have a problem with bringing in another bat, although $2 million for Branyan seems a bit steep. He provides insurance at first base or DH if either Hafner or LaPorta cannot return to form after their injuries. Branyan could reportedly also play the OF or 3rd base. The biggest loser of this deal appears to be Andy Marte.
osudarby08
Posts: 734
Feb 21, 2010 11:04am
Well, we are about to lead the league in strikeouts this year with Grady, Pronk, and now Branyan.
wes_mantooth
Posts: 17,977
Feb 21, 2010 11:07am
Yeah, we have some strikeout machines in the lineup for sure. We need to trade for Adam Dunn to help us set some major league records.
Azubuike24
Posts: 15,933
Feb 21, 2010 12:06pm
The Diamondbacks are shopping Mark Reynolds. He blows Adam Dunn away in terms of K's. 223 whiffs last year!
royal_k
Posts: 4,423
Feb 21, 2010 2:15pm
Although he is a SO machine, he did hit 31 HRs in only 116 games. That's good power numbers.
HitsRus
Posts: 9,206
Feb 21, 2010 4:06pm
There are some who think K's are not that important in measuring a power hitter (I don't agree).
While I don't mind Branyan, his addition is inconsequential. The team will live and most likely die...on the starting pitching.
While I don't mind Branyan, his addition is inconsequential. The team will live and most likely die...on the starting pitching.
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Al Bundy
Posts: 4,180
Feb 21, 2010 5:48pm
Another guy who can't play in the field. Just what the tribe needs.
RedRider1
Posts: 3,850
Feb 22, 2010 3:30pm
Nothing like bumping threads from 2001.....
oh wait....nevermind.
He's got 164 career homers and 946 career K's......which will happen first....175 HR's or 1000 K's?
oh wait....nevermind.
He's got 164 career homers and 946 career K's......which will happen first....175 HR's or 1000 K's?
HitsRus
Posts: 9,206
Feb 22, 2010 10:27pm
The question is can he hit enough home runs to offset the opposition teeing off on our starters.
wes_mantooth
Posts: 17,977
Feb 22, 2010 10:32pm
I am really curious to see Fausto this year. I know I will be let down, but I am hoping for a rebound year for him.
TBone14
Posts: 6,383
Feb 22, 2010 11:11pm
Safeco is quite spacious. The Prog isn't the best homerun park but he had some outs that wouldn't be outs in other stadiums.royal_k wrote: Although he is a SO machine, he did hit 31 HRs in only 116 games. That's good power numbers.
I LoL'd.RedRider1 wrote: Nothing like bumping threads from 2001.....
royal_k
Posts: 4,423
Feb 23, 2010 9:08am
The reports on his winter ball pitching were very good. The same for R Perez. Perez actually did some starting and pitched very well. Something to think about down the road. If both of these guys pitch like they are capable, it will be a huge lift.wes_mantooth wrote: I am really curious to see Fausto this year. I know I will be let down, but I am hoping for a rebound year for him.
mucalum49
Posts: 1,639
Feb 25, 2010 12:35am
Today when announcing this move is official the organization also stated that Branyan is the Indians starting first baseman... WHY?? LaPorta is 25, not really a prospect anymore. Why take away development opportunities for either Brantley or LaPorta for a 35 year old signed to a 1 year deal with an option for a 2nd??
At least other organizations are going young and letting their guys get used to the pro's even if it means a rebuilding season or two. I have no idea what the Indians strategy is.
At least other organizations are going young and letting their guys get used to the pro's even if it means a rebuilding season or two. I have no idea what the Indians strategy is.
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Footwedge
Posts: 9,265
Feb 25, 2010 1:44am
I thought Branyon was penciled in for 3rd base.
mucalum49
Posts: 1,639
Feb 25, 2010 8:29am
Cleveland Indians sign Russell Branyan; he'll start at first baseFootwedge wrote: I thought Branyon was penciled in for 3rd base.
http://www.cleveland.com/tribe/index.ssf/2010/02/cleveland_indians_sign_russell.html
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Footwedge
Posts: 9,265
Feb 25, 2010 4:25pm
^^^^It's an old joke...
wes_mantooth
Posts: 17,977
Feb 25, 2010 4:50pm
No way could Branyan play third....they are holding that spot for Ben Broussard.