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Keith Law
1:36
In theory, yes, but I think he's behind too many other guys - maybe 8th or 9th on the depth chart right now.
Dan
1:36
Are there any foods you just won't make because their too time-consuming/not worth the effort? I'm about to give up making sourdough bread from starter because it never turns out well and it takes days from start to finish with the slow proofing and starter feeding.
Keith Law
1:37
Sure. Even things I love making, like fresh pasta, are once in a blue moon items because of the time required (and the mess ... oh god, there is flour everywhere).
Bill
1:37
Not a ?
Keith Law
1:37
Not an answer.
77Sticks
1:37
There seems to be a growing critique that writers shouldn't analyze free agent signings as good or bad -- that doing so takes a pro-management view, and thus is inherently anti-labor, and ignores the fact that owners are billionaires who can afford these contracts.  Do you plan on dialing back your criticism or analysis in that regard?
Keith Law
1:38
No, because I don't think that criticism has merit.
Nolan
1:38
Let's say the Padres sign Harper. What would you do then about the *checks notes* 7 outfielders projected to be on the opening day roster? (those seven, as a refresher: Harper, Myers, Margot, Cordero, Reyes, Renfroe, Jankowski)
Keith Law
1:39
Of that group, only Margot really has to be there, because he can play centerfield (and does it well), and Harper's presence isn't related to that. None of the rest matter if you think you can sign Harper.
Bill
1:39
Just wanted you to hear i pay for espn bc of your content exclusively....also have purchased quite a few board games based on your reviews. Please keep doing what you are doing.
Keith Law
1:39
Thank you. That's very kind of you.
Chris
1:40
Have you played any gloomhaven?
Keith Law
1:40
No, I don't play role-playing games.
Mike
1:40
How do you feel about the DH being in the National League as quick as this year ?
Keith Law
1:40
Again, I favor it, but this year is going to be too soon.
Pierre
1:40
Pete Alonso 30 hrs over under?
Keith Law
1:40
He could do it. I'd guess under, but hardly shocked if he gets to 30.
Dave
1:41
Not sure if you can/want to talk about it but I have seen writers I respect sing the praises of Idelson.  I know part of the problem is dealing with the Board, etc. but allowing a Board member to use company e-mail for statement is a big no-no.  Committee stacking for the Baines vote.  I really think the HOF needs someone who can lead in the future.
Keith Law
1:42
I have gotten along well with Jeff when we've interacted, but I'm glad to see the potential for a change here, for the reasons you identified. If the writers are going to choose the Hall of Famers, then let the writers choose the Hall of Famers. Don't game ballot rules to try to prevent Bonds and Clemens from getting in. Don't stack committees to get certain players in.
CH
1:42
Do you think MIA is getting weak-ish offers for Realmuto bc they said yes to nothing for Yelich? Can Brinson recover at all from LY?
Keith Law
1:42
I think they're getting lower offers than they expected because teams value framing now and Realmuto is not a good framer.
Pierre
1:42
Justin Dunn in mariners rotation 2nd half ?
Keith Law
1:43
Unlikely. Maybe a September callup.
Doug
1:43
Padre fans are in love with Franmil Reyes? Can he repeat his success with the bat from last year? Any possible growth? Or a regression candidate? Thanks!
Keith Law
1:43
With his approach I don't think there's growth ahead.
Macey
1:43
Why do you think the Trump scandals don't really stick?  His family was proven to have cheated on hundreds of millions in taxes and it's probably something 98% of people haven't even heard of. Is everyone just waiting on Mueller or is it a bed of needles situation? It's really the most amazing thing about him, how he gets away with so much.
Keith Law
1:44
It's clear that maybe 30% of voters wouldn't care what he did, because they favor policies he and the modern GOP support (which I think veer from many GOP platforms of previous generations).
JR
1:44
I understand teams looking for a deal, but are you surprised by the complete lack of discussion on some guys? Have you heard Keuchel or Adam Jones names associated with any team?  MLBtraderumors twitter account used to be a must pay attention too everyday for chatter, but there is almost no talk on some guys. It's weird.
Keith Law
1:45
Jones wasn't on my top 50 free agents - he hasn't been a productive regular in several years. Lack of a market for him disappoints me, as I like Jones the person quite a bit, but I am not surprised. Keuchel's lack of a market surprises me since he was one of the best starters available. Even if there are durability questions, he'd help a lot of contenders right now.
Doug
1:45
Michael Baez a reliever for you? Assuming I will find out the answer in 4 days.
Keith Law
1:45
There's a much higher belief across the industry this year that he's a reliever than there was a year ago.
laney adams
1:45
Brandon Lowe seems like a very good and underrated prospect. Do you think he wins the 2b job or splits time in OF?
Keith Law
1:46
I want him to win the 2b job. He's their best internal option.
Roberto Kelly
1:46
Do you see these old posts from millennials who called everything "gay" in the early 2000s coming back to ruin their careers? And what is being done in the present day that we might deem problematic 30 years from now?
Keith Law
1:47
The cases I've seen have gone past people just using the word "gay;" those same people have used a slur against gays that starts with f (which, helpfully, comes in three- and six-letter variations!). That word was never okay, in any context. If that's on your twitter feed, even from ten years ago, delete it. Just search your own name and those words and delete all such posts.
lurs darkvert
1:47
How do the Reds eventually solve the PT with Winker and Kemp? Logically wouldn't you want to give the most PT to the younger and much more talented player
Keith Law
1:48
I'd play Winker and bench Kemp until there's a need for him. Seemed to me like they added his contract to make the deal happen and so the Dodgers would take Bailey back.
Mark
1:48
Do you think what Josh Bell has shown so far is what he is?
Keith Law
1:48
There is raw power in there he has yet to show in games.
Chris J
1:48
Just for the sake of context and comparisons - if you expected Kieboom to be at least passable defensively at SS, what sort of a range might he have fallen in your top 100? Thanks, Keith!
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