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Klawchat 10/3/19
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Keith Law
1:01
What the hell am I trying to say? It's Klawchat.
BigDaddeh
1:01
Should the Mets fire Mickey?
Keith Law
1:02
They already did. That's probably the right move, but he's also not the reason they missed the playoffs.
Kevin
1:02
Tampa Bay Ray new stadium debacle seems to hinge on what city can build them a new stadium first and the team will eventually locate there permanently? Cant see two cities spending that much coin for 40-something games.
Keith Law
1:03
I feel like there's no viable solution in that metro area. Why would any city there waste public funds when there's a 20 year history of fan indifference? What economic development could they even pretend will come from such an investment?
Dave
1:03
What happened to Felix Hernandez? Just too much wear and tear on the arm?
Keith Law
1:03
The flame that burns twice as bright burns half as long.
addoeh
1:03
How easy is it to make Kurkjian laugh?
Keith Law
1:04
He's a jovial guy. He's also as nice and kindhearted as he appears to be.
Wil
1:04
Years ago, Bill Simmons wrote an article on Grantland about changing the draft to a revolving pick in the attempt to discourage tanking in the NBA. It guaranteed every team a top 6 pick every 5 years. I think the idea had even more merit now for MLB as it might also improve the recent slow free agency periods. What is you take? (Article: https://grantland.com/the-triangle/the-nbas-possible-solution-for-tank... )
Keith Law
1:05
I would favor some change to the top of the draft that discourages teams from accepting 110-loss seasons. There are numerous solutions, like a lottery for the top ten picks, or a form of restricted free agency for the top amateurs followed by a regular draft. Decoupling losing from the right to spend more on amateurs would help matters.
Bob
1:05
Do you think if the Mariners opened up 2B for Shed Long that he could grow into a solid regular at that spot or is he better fit as a utility guy?
Keith Law
1:05
He's a 40 defender there. I don't see it.
Phil
1:05
True or False: Joey Votto's seven OBP titles have already punched his ticket to the Hall of Fame.
Keith Law
1:05
False. No evidence enough voters care about that.
JJ
1:05
What's your guess for Game 3 in Tampa?  My prediction, based on twenty years of experience with the franchise:  6,000 fans in attendance, 4,200 of whom are actually wearing Red Sox gear.  When does MLB finally pull the plug on this market?
Keith Law
1:06
See above. I bet they get 15-20,000 fans. That's not close to enough.
Brian
1:06
Obviously Tommy Edman is not a .304/.350/.500 player going forward, but can he be a useful starter for a playoff team? Or is he more likely a utility guy?
Keith Law
1:06
I think utility guy.
Jackie
1:06
If JD Martinez opts out of his contract, can he get more than the 3 years/$63 million the Red Sox would pay him if he stayed?  His market two winters ago was non-existent, and it's clear that he's incapable of playing the field at this point.
Keith Law
1:06
Fair question. I keep reading it's a fait accompli that he opts out, but his market would seem to be limited, no? And he'd be hitting a much more competitive FA market overall, plus the possibility that names like Betts or Lindor will be on the trade market.
Stephen
1:06
Now that the New York Metropolitans have moved on from Mickey Callaway, I would think the follow three will be included for new mgr:  Joe Maddon, Joe Girardi or Carlos Beltran? Also should the Mets look into Mookie Betts?
Keith Law
1:07
Beltrán? He has zero qualifications. He's never coached anywhere, let alone managed.
Sam
1:07
If you are the Giants do you give Will Smith a QO?  I imagine if they do it would substantially hurt him in free agency and there is a decent chance he would accept it.
Keith Law
1:08
The counterargument is that he's not easily tradeable at that salary, and the Giants would be better served spending that money on just about any other roster spot.
Moe Mentum
1:08
Name a musician or band from your teen years (1980s?) that you didn’t fully appreciate at the time until after they were no longer making new music. Talking Heads for me, no question.
Keith Law
1:11
The Smiths, although with Moz turning into a white nationalist I find them a bit harder to listen to these days.
Matt
1:11
What's your take on Mitch Keller? He's always been considered a top prospect, but really struggled this year once he reached the majors.
Keith Law
1:12
He is a top prospect, the first stint in the majors doesn't actually tell us that much, but I very much believe he has to develop another third pitch because this is at least three years of him "working on" a changeup that isn't getting better.
BigDaddeh
1:12
Is 9 straight defeats in elimination games SSS?
Keith Law
1:12
Yes.
9 straight defeats over how many seasons?
Sedona
1:12
Any hope for Raimel Tapia or Tyler O'Neil to be starters within a couple years?  OR are they quad guys?
Keith Law
1:12
I have more hope for Tapia as he's a more well-rounded player who can contribute on defense.
Dean Mavrides
1:12
Are you buying in on Frankie Montas' breakout this year or is it due to PED's & and luck?
Keith Law
1:12
I'm not really buying him as a starter.
Rich J
1:12
It's October, so obviously your readers have one question in mind: who are the standouts so far in the AzFL?
Keith Law
1:12
No idea. I haven't been yet.
Tim Robinson
1:12
Is this the downside to impeachment - Trump doubling down and committing more crimes even more out in the open?
Keith Law
1:13
I mean, I think that's probably a positive, no? Hope that he does enough to move public opinion further against him?
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