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Paul Swydan

9:23

Yeah, I think there's definitely something to that theory.

Jeff Zimmerman

9:23

Agree

Ben

9:24

The “Ohtani following Darvish “ narrative is kinda dumb right? Seems like Ohtani will sign first since teams would likely see if they can get him for “free” before dropping 150M on Yu....

Paul Swydan

9:24

It seems extremely derivative and almost insulting to me, yes.

Jeff Zimmerman

9:24

If Ohtani comes now. The Braves mess may have limited possible under the table dealings

Ben

9:25

Better 2018: Morrow or Betances?

Paul Swydan

9:25

I'll say Betances.

Jeff Zimmerman

9:25

Betances

Paul Swydan

9:25

I want to believe.

Jeff Zimmerman

9:25

by a mile

Brad

9:25

Corn pudding is the best thanksgiving side

Paul Swydan

9:25

Well now, there's a take.

Jeff Zimmerman

9:25

Besides beer?

Ben

9:25

Any chance CHC and ARI could match up on a trade? Happ for Godley (framework)? Happ for Walker? Someone else for Corbin?

Paul Swydan

9:26

Not sure why the Cubs need to trade for a starter, but people seem pretty convinced of this.

Jeff Zimmerman

9:26

I think AZ will keep their pitchers.

Big Joey

9:26

Do you think buying stock of Scherzer or Kluber is a bad investment in keeper forever leagues? They're incredible now but with the career innings pitched, age and injuries starting to occur, haven't we already seen their best and it's likely down hill from here?

Paul Swydan

9:27

I guess it depends at your motives. Are you planning for more than three years down the road? If so, then yes, it'd be a bad idea. If you're just planning for the next three years though, then I'd be a buyer.

Jeff Zimmerman

9:27

Really depends on the cost. Teams need pitching and there are only a few aces

TheDuke

9:28

Should the Orioles try pushing all in this year ahead of Machado's free agency? I feel will the Jays down and the Sox and Rays looking deeply flawed only the Yankees are a sure thing.

Paul Swydan

9:28

I guess I'm just not sure how they could realistically push all in without spending just a ridiculous amount of money, since they don't really have a huge prospect stash from which to trade.

9:29

As for the sanity of such a plan...shrug. I guess I'm not sure why you think the Red Sox are deeply flawed though.

Jeff Zimmerman

9:29

They could but I expect the Sox to really bounce back. Lots of injuries

Cage

9:29

The Hosmer/Red Sox link seems largely based on: a. The Red Sox need a first baseman. b. Their organizational changes over past two years seem to be ripe for the overpay Hosmer train, and c. they are basically the only big market team looking to pay a first baseman. That may also help them avoid the mistake by getting Santana at a more reasonable rate.

Paul Swydan

9:29

Right, there's plenty of logic to it.

Gleybeer Torres

9:30

Auston Barnes future at catcher for LA?

Jeff Zimmerman

9:30

Agree. It makes sense but though to tell what people are thinking. I think he's headed back to KC

Hopefully

9:31

on Barnes

Paul Swydan

9:31

On Barnes - I love Barnes. Yes.

Grandal is closer to free agency than you might think.

Jeff Zimmerman

9:31

and is a worse catcher

Roger

9:31

How about a Nick Senzel for Michael Fulmer or Danny Duffy trade? Reds get the SP they need to capitalize on their current crop of strong position players, and the Tigers or Royals get a top prospect to jumpstart their rebuild.

Paul Swydan

9:31

Seems like that'd be selling low on Senzel for no reason.

Jeff Zimmerman

9:32

The Reds need to move their FB SP for some groundball guys. Adleman needs to be in a big park

Jose

9:32

So, is it possible that Trea Turner isn't actually good at hitting the baseball? .305 xwOBA (246th), bad batted ball profile... I'm considering trading for him in a keep forever dynasty and surprisingly nervous to do so

Paul Swydan

9:32

Anything is possible, but he's the kind of guy who retains a ton of value in fantasy if he's stealing bases.

9:33

He was one of 3 guys to steal 40+ bases this year.

Jeff Zimmerman

9:33

Most of his fantasy value is typed to his legs, which will improve his xwOBA (IFH and singles into doubles). And those steals.

Paul Swydan

9:33

Turner hit 11 homers. The other two guys combined for 6.

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