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Keith Law
1:39
I can't see a scenario where that happens.
John
1:39
Do you have a solution for service time manipulation?  I see why teams do it what is the best way to fix it.
Keith Law
1:40
I've suggested a one-year right of first refusal option for players who reach free agency with 6.000 (six years, zero days) of service, to try to encourage teams to call up the Vlad Jr's and the Bryants for Opening Day, at least. I have seen suggestions of age-based free agency as well, although I think that would primarily help college draftees, not the 19-year-old wunderkinds like Vlad Jr is now or Wander Franco will be in two years.
Bob
1:40
Keith - you mention guys that could run - Willie McGee.   I am not sure I saw anybody faster on a triple the part from 1st to 3rd.     As for the Padres - is Mejia's bat good for a catcher or all positions - meaning he can find a new spot if Hedges sticks at C and his bat still has value say in OF?
Keith Law
1:41
Hedges is just not a good enough hitter to push Mejia off to another position.
Jason
1:41
With talk of his possible retirement, is Joe Mayer a HOF player?  Is he if he stayed at catcher?
Keith Law
1:42
If he retires now, he's going to be a borderline case who struggles on the ballot because his traditional numbers don't add up and because he doesn't 'feel' like a HoFer, while folks like me or Jay Jaffe may end up banging the drum for him when he pulls in 21% of the vote in year one.
Jeremy
1:42
Following up on Nick L's question. It's looking likely that only 1 Cub is going finish the year with 30HRs. Less than you would have predicted right? What do you think is causing the power outage?
Keith Law
1:42
Less than I would have predicted, not sure it's anything other than randomness.
Sam
1:42
As an A's fan, I desperately want to expect Ramon Laureano to keep being this good. I think you pegged him as more of a 4th outfielder when he was traded. Is that still your read?
Keith Law
1:43
I really liked him out of AFL 2016, then the Astros changed his swing and he stunk. Fourth OF was a bit of a solomonic answer - I thought he had good tools, but when a guy doesn't hit for a full year in the high minors, it's hard to talk about him as a regular. I'd still say fourth OF, but at least now we can have a discussion of whether he's more, given his tools and now some performance.
Jay
1:43
Been playing Small World with my kids. What a fantastic game.  Do you recommend any of the expansions?
Keith Law
1:44
Yes - we use two, one of which is called (I think) the Ladies of Small World and has some clever new races that really alter the way you play.
Erick Fedde
1:44
Am I at least a # 4 starter going forward?
Keith Law
1:45
I could buy a #4. I wouldn't bet on more; still pretty homer-prone, secondary stuff has never been good enough for me to call him league-average.
Andy
1:46
With the way the Braves have been aggressive with promotions, do you think there is a chance Pache makes the majors at some point next year? He seemed to make significant improvements in his offense.
Keith Law
1:46
That I could see, although if Inciarte is still around there may not be a logical place for him.
Michael
1:46
Hi Keith, of the Tigers top pitching prospects (Mize, Manning, Burrows, Perez, Faedo), which, if any, do you see destined for the bullpen?
Keith Law
1:46
Faedo and Perez have the highest relief risk of the group. Mize has the least.
Del
1:46
Best pumpkin related food or drink?
Keith Law
1:46
Pumpkin pie. Obviously.
Andy
1:46
Bobby Dalbec possible 50 FV? Or too much chase and swing and miss?
Keith Law
1:47
That's an average regular. I can't see that with a K rate above 1/3 given his age.
thatssotaguchi
1:47
Do you think illegalizing birth control would be enough to get the silent majority to get off their asses and vote in an election? I used to think so but now I’m not sure.
Keith Law
1:47
I would hope so, but apparently there are a lot of people in this country who want women they don't even know to have zero right to control their own reproduction.
Marple
1:47
Do you think Griffin Canning can be a part of the Angels rotation next year and what is his long term upside?
Keith Law
1:47
I could see that if he's healthy. Mid-rotation starter?
Tom
1:47
When does Yusniel Diaz make it to the majors, and whats his upside looking like?
Keith Law
1:48
Thought he might get called up this month. Everyday RF.
Jesse B
1:48
Can Myles Straw be an everyday CF who bats .250 with 60sbs?
Keith Law
1:48
So little power I don't see an everyday player.
Michael
1:48
Is Alex Faedo's drop in velocity this season something to worry about?
Keith Law
1:49
He wasn't throwing as hard as reported as a college junior. I think this is just what he is.
TP
1:49
Which Padres arms currently in the minors will be in their rotation in 2019?
Keith Law
1:50
I assume Nix, Paddack, and Logan Allen are in the 2019 rotation for most/all of the year. Morejon should get there later in the year, as should Baez.
Oren
1:50
Jameson Taillon seems like he took a strong step forward this year. Is there anymore ceiling for him or is this right around where you expect him?
Keith Law
1:50
This is pretty close. He's really come a long way given all of the health issues he's faced. Great guy to root for.
Bob
1:50
The John Henry owned Boston Globe wrote an article about how deep the Sox are in the lower levels of the minors. PR move or legit?
Keith Law
1:51
I don't agree with that. I think their system is better than generally claimed (it's not a bottom 3 or bottom 5 system), but they have had a lot of significant prospects get hurt. Still keeping my eye on Scherff as a breakout candidate.
Andrew
1:51
Love the chats (and the periscope yesterday), thanks for doing these. Is Johan Camargo a 3+ WAR/yr. player going forward? If no, why not?
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