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Keith Law
1:34
I think he'll just go beat up AAA pitchers again.
Sage
1:35
Addison Russell days as a Major League Cub over?
Keith Law
1:35
Fine with me!
GJ
1:35
Went to Pizzeria Bianco this week before the O’s/Diamondbacks game based on your recommendation. Needless to say it was awesome!  Do you believe in the resurgence of Corey Sedlock?  Former first rounder finally healthy and pitching well. Future starter or bullpen piece?
Keith Law
1:35
Based on what I saw I think a bullpen piece.
Nathan
1:35
Not sure you’re a Sinclair Lewis fan but have you read Babbitt? Seems like a book due for a revival
Keith Law
1:37
I've only read Arrowsmith and It Can't Happen Here, the review of which I boosted in March of 2016 when it appeared that it could indeed: http://klaw.me/1VaLAKv
Mark
1:37
Would Eloy's injury, though not as bad as originally feared, give you concern to move him to 1B/DH? Seems like the White Sox have a lot of prospects geared towards that position, albeit not as talented a hitter as Eloy.
Keith Law
1:37
Yes, and yes. But you probably have to leave him in RF and hope he can be a 45 defender there because they'll have too many 1b/dh types unless they can convert someone else (e.g., Vaughn to 3b).
Lark11
1:38
Hey Keith, Any reason for concern on Reds Taylor Trammell?  His control over the strike zone and athleticism still stand out, but he's struggled at double-A. Just the usual struggles/adjustments to a higher level of competition? Or, cause for concern? Thanks!
Keith Law
1:38
No concern.
Jay
1:38
"I can't tell you where I'll be writing in 2020" - meaning, you know but can't say, or you legitimately don't know?
Keith Law
1:38
Meaning I don't know.
Zihuatanejo
1:38
“Hey Keith, it’s Twitter. The Worst People In The World send their regards.”
Keith Law
1:38
Exactly.
JC
1:38
I assume Kristian Robinson is one of the youngest players in the NWL and he is destroying the ball right now. Any chance he jumps Chisholm for you next update?
Keith Law
1:38
No chance. Good prospect, though.
Gus
1:38
How concerning is Duplantier's shoulder injury?
Keith Law
1:39
Very, since he's had it before (sophomore year at Wayne Graham's School of Arm Shredding).
Jerry
1:39
It was only a couple of years ago that Frances Martes was a highly ranked prospect.  After TJ, suspension, and now visa problems, is there any reason for optimism that he'll ever be a contributor to the MLB club?
Keith Law
1:39
Contributor, sure. Star, unlikely.
Curt
1:39
Thoughts or rumblings on Touki Toussaint? Seemed to be developing into an ace the last couple years but seems like that has stalled and now he’s destined to the bullpen. Only 23 still, but  have the Braves mis-managed him?
Keith Law
1:40
I don't think they've mismanaged him, but they have a lot of starter candidates and can't give him starts he hasn't earned (yet) as they try to win. I think he'd be a very valuable trade piece, though - how can you not love the combination of stuff, athleticism, youth, and makeup?
Ryan R
1:40
Is Griffin Roberts already a wasted pick? Many reports on him when he was drafted suggested he was one of the most MLB ready players in the draft but his current stat line suggests he is struggling mightily at A+ despite being old for the level. What's the deal with Roberts?
Keith Law
1:40
He was never going to be a starter, and they should just put him in the pen.
Eric
1:41
Do you listen to music on vinyl at all?
Keith Law
1:41
Never.
Ridley
1:41
We miss you on Twitter but don't blame you at all. Are you going to use any other platform to fill the void, or are you thinking of just reducing the social media time/effort/exposure?
Keith Law
1:42
Still on Facebook, IG, the dish, here. Plenty of places to find me, but where I have a bit more control over the conversation and can rid the place of any vermin who show up.
Dan
1:42
Has Deivy Grullon improved his stock or is his ceiling still a No. 2 catcher in the Majors?
Keith Law
1:44
I'm not sure why he would have improved his stock at all.
Matt
1:44
The Angels have inched their way back into the race but have almost no pitching left. What would you do in their spot?
Keith Law
1:44
At least explore trading for one. Adell off limits, make anyone else potentially available.
Eric
1:44
Do you have a garden at home? We're about to build ours out (we currently have guava, lime, blood orange and plum trees, and passion fruit vine) to include herbs and veggies so our kids can learn where their food comes from. What are some of your garden essentials?
Keith Law
1:45
I do, mostly tomatoes and herbs right now, although I try to grow peas every spring (rabbits got 'em this year) and typically grow arugula and other leafy greens.
Matt
1:45
Reynaldo Lopez just threw his third strong start after the ASB, is his best long-term role still likely a high leverage reliever, or is he good enough to project as a quality back-end starter going forward?
Keith Law
1:47
Still a future reliever for me. And that last start came against one of the worst teams in baseball.
Jason
1:47
If Riley isn't quite ready to hit consistently, and the alternative option is Inciarte in center, does it make sense for Atlanta to bring up Pache now?  Or is he just not ready with the bat?
Keith Law
1:47
Love Pache, obviously, glove was ready yesterday, I think he'd post a .280 OBP right now.
John Zirinsky
1:47
Keith: Since the SP market is pretty thin, if you're the Yankees do you cross your fingers, hope Severino returns and maybe get some additional bullpen help, or say "screw it" and overpay for a Stroman since you have a chance to win it all this year?
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