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Kevin Goldstein FanGraphs Chat - 12/6/2021
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Erik
12:31
What's the value of a true 80 glove at first base? Would a team happily start a 100 wRC+ guy there if his defense was that elite?
Kevin Goldstein
12:31
Kinda depends on the rest of the lineup. I certainly think there are plenty of teams where that would make sense.
David (formerly Sonoma State University)
12:31
Re: No-Trade Clause, for the players that can submit new teams every year, what happens if they miss the deadline submission? Does the team send over a "courtesy" notice if they're close to the deadline, or is there some team-friendly penalty if the player/agent misses the deadline to resubmit?
Kevin Goldstein
12:32
I've never seen a missed one, but the submission is basically changes to the existing no-trade that was established upon signing, so I would assume that no submission equals no changes.
Guest
12:33
What is your ideal playoff format?
Kevin Goldstein
12:33
Haven't really nailed it down. I'm all for an expanded playoff, but want bye and seeding and maybe even some Asia stule stuff where it's a five game series but technically a four-game with the high seed starting up 1-0.
Verlander what
12:33
What do you make of the Verlander deal not being announced? Ken Ronsenthal suggested something might've gone wrong with his physical
Kevin Goldstein
12:34
It's certainly a fun mystery, but I have no insight as to what's going on. Feels like SOMETHING is going on, but can't be sure.
Jacob
12:34
How indicative of other MLB finances are the Braves/Liberty Media?
Kevin Goldstein
12:34
Not very.
Pete
12:35
What would you put the odds at that the new cba will allow for arbitration after two years of service?
Kevin Goldstein
12:35
At just two-flat? Period? Less than 33%.
W
12:35
In your estimation how important is it for an MLB manager to have MLB managerial experiences aka is it a major "jump" from 3b coach or bench coach?
Kevin Goldstein
12:35
I don't think it's a necessity.
Owen
12:35
When teams are searching for breakout relievers, what skills do they target/statistics do they anaylyze?
Kevin Goldstein
12:36
They're looking at stuff and the best way to utilize that stuff more than statistics.
Christian Colon for Men
12:36
When you have first contact with an agent on a free agent, does the agent typically give you years or the type of deal they are looking for, or do they leave it up to you bring up years and money?
Kevin Goldstein
12:37
Yeah, you often ask for 'guidance' and some give it and some don't. They might just say "multi-year' or "we think our client is similar to Player X' but they rarely give you hard numbers.
Brian
12:37
what percent of people who want a FO job will a ever break into the industry?
Kevin Goldstein
12:37
Single-digit percentage.
5 Run Homer
12:37
Did you watch Get Back? Any Beatles opinions generally?
Kevin Goldstein
12:37
I didn't. I don't have Disney+, but I wouldn't watch it anyway. The Beatles just aren't my thing.
Erik
12:38
So what are front office members doing right now if they can't work on most relevant moves? Are they putting a ridiculous amount of thought into the most minor of minor-league deals, or are they getting the rare chance to take things relatively easy and spend some time with their families over the holidays?
Kevin Goldstein
12:39
They are putting a silly amount of time into the minor league Rule 5 draft coming up, I know that. Still lots of work to be done on the amateur and international front, as well as player development.
Luke
12:39
No way the angels are done adding pitching right? Are they a playoff team in your opinion at this point?
Kevin Goldstein
12:39
They shouldn't be; Not yet, but they could get there...
Ryan
12:39
If the current system is exploiting younger players who are producing more value than ever before... shouldn't they be paid more to start their careers?! thinking_face
Kevin Goldstein
12:39
Of course they should.
biggs
12:39
Do FO employees still get paid during lockout? Where's the line on who's considered employed and who isn't?
Kevin Goldstein
12:40
They are still getting paid. Their contracts DOES allow for a suspension of their contract in the even of a work stoppage, as many teams did during the pandemic, but no teams have indicated that they are anywhere close to that yet, and really won't unless somehow the season is in jeopardy, which again, I don't think is going to happen. I think we'll be fine in the end.
Billy Beans
12:41
Opening Day 2022 (whenever that comes) - who is Matt Olson playing for?
Kevin Goldstein
12:41
Not the A's is about all I can say with anything close to confidence.
Teams
12:41
So, the money seems the biggest sticking point, as well as service time, but how many teams do you think we end up having in the 2022 playoffs?
Kevin Goldstein
12:41
10-12.
Gorman
12:41
Do players vote in private as to what the MLBPA's specific position is on each issue? How does something like age or years get voted on?
Kevin Goldstein
12:42
They work together to create a full proposal, based on input from the members. The won't vote as a group until it's time to accept/decline an agreement.
Derrick
12:42
Have you heard what an international draft would look like? Currently players sign ~age 16. Would players be draft eligible at that age?
Kevin Goldstein
12:43
Likely 15-20 rounds. Likely hard slots. Likely hard cap on players signed after the draft. And yes, 16.
Dek
12:44
Have you been to the Egyptian Theatre since its recent renovations? What a gem!
Kevin Goldstein
12:44
I have not, but I sure walk and drive by it a lot. I did a ghost tour there once with the kids.
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