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Keith Law
1:26
Saw him last week. He does not.
Marc
1:27
Not so much a question, but looking back at your older annual players you missed on pieces a lot of those guys actually didn't turn out to be very good. Most of them were 1-2 good year(s) and done guys. Maybe you need to do a players I thought I missed on, but actually I was kind of right about column.
Keith Law
1:27
I've noticed a few of those but talking about it feels crass. No takebacks, right?
Jordan
1:27
What do the Astros do with Kyle Tucker next season? He has absolutely nothing left to prove in Triple-A, but the outfield is still crowded with Springer, Reddick and Brantley. Do they try and move on from Gurriel and stick Tucker at 1B?
Keith Law
1:27
I think he's trade bait.
Dallas
1:27
Cavan Biggio hit for the cycle yet he wasn't listed in your "I'm wrong" column?  I'm confused.
Keith Law
1:27
That was funny.
I did point out to some crank on Twitter that other recent cycles came from Brandon Barnes (0.8 career WAR) and Jake Bauers (-0.6).
Reggie
1:28
Does Emerson Hancock have a Mize level ceiling if he puts together another big year?
Keith Law
1:28
I don't quite think so.
Colin
1:28
Not really a question but just want to say that I'm happy Kolten Wong finally broke out after getting away from Matheny and want to give you credit for always being high on him even as Matheny dicked him around.
Keith Law
1:28
To be fair, I was low on him at first, then realized he was better than I thought, and got on Matheny for dicking around with him.
Dan
1:28
Yordan Alvarez tore up the MLB like the fucking dance floor this year, to the tune of a .318/.419/.671 line in 339 PAs with a 50 HR full season pace. I know you weren't high on him as a prospect but has this year changed your expectations for his longterm potential, provided he can play at DH?
Keith Law
1:29
I never said anything remotely negative about his bat. It's all about his lack of a position and the poor long-term outlook for a player with his body and poor athleticism. He can certainly hit and has power, although the 50 HR pace isn't quite so special as it was a few years ago.
Jax
1:29
Adrian Houser’s starts have been somewhat uneven this year. He still project as a starter for you? He was tremendous out of the bullpen. Maybe he’s better suited there?
Keith Law
1:29
Still has starter stuff/build.
Pat D
1:29
Considering all of the stonewalling by this White House (evidently continuing as we speak), how am I supposed to think that this won't be the norm going forward, regardless of what party occupies the WH and Congress?
Keith Law
1:30
I share your concern that this - not just the stonewalling, but the persistent lying and gaslighting - is the new normal.
Reader
1:30
The Astros sent Cody Deason to the AFL, did you get to see him in the Carolina league? Anything there?
Keith Law
1:30
Saw him too, and no, not really.
Curious George
1:30
I read an article about growth plate testing done on Ohtani as an amateur to project his growth expectancy at maturity. Is this common practice by organized baseball as part of the amateur scouting process?
Keith Law
1:30
I have never heard of this before and it kind of weirds me out, to be honest. I don't want DNA testing either.
David
1:30
Keith, who do you think the Red Sox will target as their GM? And is there any chance Raquel Ferreira stays in charge?
Keith Law
1:31
Someone from outside the org with some name value. I have not heard anything to make me think Ferreira will or should stay in charge.
Craig
1:31
Orlando Arcia has been a replacement-level shortstop for the last two years and has been discussed as a possible non-tender candidate for this off-season.  His talent and potential are obvious, but so is his lack of production.  Should the Brewers keep him around in the hopes that he will realize that potential (like Carlos Gomez did) or stop throwing good playing time after bad?
Keith Law
1:32
If they're trying to contend in 2020, they should at least explore other options. He'll be 25 next year, young enough to still improve, but their ability to wait on that - and risk another cipher year at the plate - depends on their overall plan for the year.
David
1:32
Do you drink dairy milk?
Keith Law
1:32
Yes. Lactose-free, of course.
Rico
1:32
Buying or selling Griffin Canning moving foward?
Keith Law
1:32
Buying if healthy but higher than average injury risk.
Mike
1:32
Can the pirates just cut vasquez right now?
Keith Law
1:32
No, they can not.
ScottyD in Downingtown
1:32
Who ends up being a more successful starter on their career - Puk or Luzardo?
Keith Law
1:33
I lean Puk.
Jake
1:33
Thanks for doing the "Players I was wrong about" articles. I find them fascinating because you not only admit you were wrong, but examine why you missed on a guy, what he's changed or what you might have missed. The Castillo bit was the most interesting because you discussed how being wrong about him has had an impact on how you rate Paddack. I get to the end of this and realize I don't really have a question, but I did want to let you know I appreciate what you're doing and sharing the process with us.
Keith Law
1:33
It's why I do them. Glad you enjoy those columns.
Mark
1:33
I like your music write-ups and use them to find new artists, songs, etc. Have you watched any of the Ken Burns Country Music episodes? Outside of my fondness for Johnny Cash, I wouldn't call myself a country fan, but Ken Burns has done a fantastic job IMO.
Keith Law
1:33
Really not a fan of country music.
Brad
1:33
You wrote earlier in the year that Austin Beck didn’t look good and he backed it up with a subpar year. Are you optimistic that he still possesses the tools to improve and eventually make it as a solid contributor in the majors? Thanks Keith.
Keith Law
1:34
I would say I'm pessimistic.
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