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Dan Szymborski FanGraphs Chat - 6/17/2019

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Dan Szymborski

12:18

That's pretty aggressive. Riley was torching the minors.

Collins's line isn't *that* noteworthy in 2019's crazy environment

Kiermaier's Piercing Green Eyes

12:18

Kenley Jansen intentionally balked a runner over the other day. Without checking the rules, would you know how to do that, first try? Or would you kind of jump up and down on and off the rubber yelling "BALK!" and gesticulating wildly, hoping either that this was an illegal pitching motion or that the umps would have mercy on you after this pathetic display?

Dan Szymborski

12:19

Anything in the world that makes an umpire think "that ain't right" is a balk.

Mark

12:19

This weekend's Padres vs. Rockies series was...

Dan Szymborski

12:19

A very entertaining tire fire

Todd Bonzalez

12:20

Did you die in the mudslide? Dayton has made national news TWICE now in recent times. Better watch your step as higher powers seem keen on eliminating you (or one of your neighbors?)...

Dan Szymborski

12:20

Wait, there was a mudslide?

Todd Bonzalez

12:20

oh nevermind it wasn't in Dayton

Dan Szymborski

12:21

It's be a weird thing in Dayton which isn't super flat like great plains, but isn't particularly well suited to mudslides

12:21

What are the Braves' biggest weaknesses and how might they improve if they want to play deeper into October?

Dan Szymborski

12:21

The bullpen depth is concerning.

I think they make a pickup.

MiserableSDFan

12:22

Since May 1st Ian Kinsler has been the Padres 3rd best hitter and is slashing .298/.350/.526. Does his usefulness combined with Greg Garcia's solid season make Urias a good trade piece for an Ace?

Dan Szymborski

12:22

I'd prefer not, but it depends on the ace.

There's honestly no pitcher I expect to be realistically available that is more valuable than Urias

LFC Mike

12:23

Best option for a closer for the Braves? They have to be thinking trade if they want a deep run in the playoffs..... and their bullpen is causing angst (and high blood pressure) amongst my family in NC that watch all the Braves games😭

Dan Szymborski

12:23

I think their best option may not be on the roster yet.

(I think there will be a trade)

12:24

But really, Jackson's been excellent.

So maybe I'm too mean there, though they could use depth.

Matt

12:24

Dan, I'm gonna grab lunch quick. Pause the chat. I'll be back in 10.

Eminor3rd

12:24

How can I get myself to stop eating children's breakfast cereal?

Dan Szymborski

12:24

diabetes?

Morbo

12:25

Nacho sandwiches!

Surprise Eclipse

12:25

Any concern with Francona using Bauer like a college pitcher?

Dan Szymborski

12:25

While it's a concern, the Indians have no choice but to ride him and he's not a 21-year-old prospect.

Daro

12:25

Kyle Tucker and Forrest Whitley for Trevor Bauer. Win-win for both teams and prospects? (i mean come on Tucker needs to be in the show)

Dan Szymborski

12:25

I don't think the Astros do that.

Slapshot

12:25

I'm in the middle of moving today. Is it possible to get some Szymborski words of encouragement?

Dan Szymborski

12:26

When you finish moving, you'll be at the farthest point from your next move.

pelkey

12:26

The Braves are top 3 in most-fun

Brood550

12:26

Could Alzolay's start be an audition for a trade?

Dan Szymborski

12:26

It's very possible

CDC

12:26

Please stop advertising your consumption of raw cookie dough Mr. Szymborski. As a significant social media personality you could be causing great gastrointestinal issues to the millions of your acolytes. Your punishment should you persist is a week of Sky Line chili for breakfast ,lunch and dinner. The government has spoken.

Dan Szymborski

12:26

There are a lot of things I like raw and a lot of things I prefer cold.

Most vegetables I will only eat raw

Appa Yip Yip

12:26

If you were standing on a slice of bread and placed another on your head like a jaunty hat, would you be a Danwich?

Dan Szymborski

12:27

Sure

Jimmy Sak

12:27