tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2893512317902577458.post5295355075005718337..comments2024-01-06T02:22:33.000-05:00Comments on Camden Depot: Scouting the Trade Deadline: Introducing O's as SellersJon Shepherdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03521809778977098687noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2893512317902577458.post-10936177847816182942011-07-05T15:38:40.302-04:002011-07-05T15:38:40.302-04:00Gee, I don't see the Nationals trading for a c...Gee, I don't see the Nationals trading for a center fielder. They have 2 already, and are sticking to a longer-range plan. A straight-up with the Cardinals for Colby Rasmus would make some sense. The Giants? Sure.<br /><br />Realistically, other than Wieters, Tillman, maybe Matusz and Britton, just about everyone else is expendable.floodtimenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2893512317902577458.post-86556554985357795462011-07-05T13:24:25.537-04:002011-07-05T13:24:25.537-04:00Anonymous, if Scott opts for surgery I think it re...Anonymous, if Scott opts for surgery I think it removes any value, and as long as that is up in the air I just don't feel comfortable that anyone would entertain acquiring him.<br /><br />Hardy is a Type A, and that does enhance his value some, but he'd still return more as a potential Type A with 1.5 years left under control, rather than .5 years. In any event, I think it's a nice position for Baltimore. It's exactly what you hope for when you make the deal for Hardy -- a strong year that either helps the team take a step forward in the W/L column or makes him attractive enough to spin-off for multiple pieces.Nick J Falerishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12413352719310759010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2893512317902577458.post-50790226637025724312011-07-05T13:20:29.322-04:002011-07-05T13:20:29.322-04:00WBG, I'll let Jon know. That's his univers...WBG, I'll let Jon know. That's his universe (I'm just along for the ride!).Nick J Falerishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12413352719310759010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2893512317902577458.post-51133488253663377132011-07-05T13:19:57.866-04:002011-07-05T13:19:57.866-04:00Different Andrew, thanks for your thoughts. I thin...Different Andrew, thanks for your thoughts. I think Kansas City could have some use for Jones, as they have expressed interest in acquiring center field talent in the past (a whole in their stacked system). The Padres could be swayed some by Jones's hometown connections. The Braves might even be a fit in some form. <br /><br />I think the Nats make some sense. Jon and I will take a look at their system and see what kind of proposed deal we can put together.<br /><br />Thanks again!Nick J Falerishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12413352719310759010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2893512317902577458.post-25467813827252211942011-07-05T11:53:39.124-04:002011-07-05T11:53:39.124-04:00Luke Scott in the 3rd tier primary pieces or salar...Luke Scott in the 3rd tier primary pieces or salary dumps. <br /><br />Don't forget that Hardy is likely to be a Type A free agent. The fact that his contract is expiring should increase his value, not decrease it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2893512317902577458.post-57583923772380266012011-07-05T11:17:55.015-04:002011-07-05T11:17:55.015-04:00Nick: Minor point -- your colors are too similar o...Nick: Minor point -- your colors are too similar on the 40-man options-remaining chart. I can't tell 0 years from 1 year.<br /><br />Thanks.W. Blake Grayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17755307711801965966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2893512317902577458.post-73759455746151815682011-07-05T11:12:05.408-04:002011-07-05T11:12:05.408-04:00I think your analysis is spot-on. The team that j...I think your analysis is spot-on. The team that jumps out at me as having the most immediate need for Adam Jones in CF is the Washington Nationals.<br /><br />Obviously the O's aren't going to get Bryce Harper, but it strikes me that they could pilfer the next tier of guys from Washington's system and get 3-4 B/B+ guys (Derek Norris, Brad Peacock, maybe Chris Marrero?) who could contribute relatively quickly.<br /><br />It's hard to think of another team that would overvalue Adam Jones as a CF.A Different Andrewnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2893512317902577458.post-21903261165448660632011-07-04T15:00:13.254-04:002011-07-04T15:00:13.254-04:00Hi Andrew,
Thought about including Johnson, but si...Hi Andrew,<br />Thought about including Johnson, but since he is under control through 2014 he seemed more like a bullpen arm to build around for now. Might make more sense to include in an off-season package for a big piece.Nick J Falerishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12413352719310759010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2893512317902577458.post-5302104078728909552011-07-04T14:37:23.075-04:002011-07-04T14:37:23.075-04:00Jim Johnson?Jim Johnson?Andrewnoreply@blogger.com