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MLBTR Chat With Jason Martinez: April 11, 2018
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AvatarJason Martinez
5:18
I had him at 6-6 with a 3.99 ERA, 2.8 BB/9, 8.5 K/9 in 19 starts. Didn't expect him to come up this quickly, but I was expecting him to be in the Majors by June and to have a good rookie season.
Matteo
5:19
Hey Jason, I was wondering why teams don't sign more players from the Mexican league more often? It has been called a Triple A equivalent so if a guy is playing really well why don't we see more of them coming to the major leagues and helping teams?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:20
I would say it's equivalent to Triple-A without the up-and-coming young players who are close to the Majors. So a lot older journeymen and players who could probably do fine in Triple-A but are clearly not MLB-caliber.
Joe
5:21
Did the Orioles make a mistake in managing their 40 man by forcing Hunter Harvey up to the big leagues because they had no other options?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:22
He was already on the 40-man roster and they needed an extra bullpen arm. By calling up Harvey, who was in line to start a Double-A game, they didn't have to create a spot on the 40-man roster to call up someone who wasn't.
5:23
It wasn't a mistake. Harvey had to be put on the 40-man roster this offseason or he would've been eligible for the Rule 5 draft.
Guest
5:23
Greetings from tokyo! Do you think if the giants can manage .500 till bump returns and shark Cueto get healthy we have a chance (if we stop this circa 2010 hitting)
AvatarJason Martinez
5:24
Definitely. And teams like that are the most dangerous. Just keep their heads above water until they return to full health and then make a run later in the season.
Jerry
5:24
Who is the biggest name you see getting moved during the season?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:24
Manny Machado
cody
5:26
When will the Braves move Minter to the closing role after Vizcaino blew another one?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:28
It would probably take at least 2 more blown saves in the next month before the Braves consider a change. Ideally, they'd have another lefty to plug into Minter's role before giving him a chance to close. Could be Jesse Biddle (remember him?). He's off to a good start in AAA (3.2 IP, 0 R, 6 K)
DK
5:30
Tim mentioned doing some work to roster resource as a priority moving forward. What’s the biggest thing that you feel needs to be done to make it even better?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:32
The work that's being done will speed up the loading time and improve the mobile version. Most importantly, I'll be able to manage everything more efficiently so I can be freed up to create more features that make the site more reader-friendly.
Pat
5:33
What happens with Nick Senzel this year in the wake of Suarez's injury?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:35
Sounds like his move to 2B will be put on hold and he'll be back at 3B (this weekend, I believe). That puts him on the fast track to the Majors. I don't think Suarez has a timeline, but I'd expect him to miss at least a month. Reds aren't going with Gosselin/Pennington at 3B for much longer.
Alan
5:35
Is it me or is there a lot more players on the DL so far this year compared to last year?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:36
No, it just seems that way. Up to 154 players on the DL ... https://www.rosterresource.com/mlb-injury-report/
5:37
There were 659 DL stints last season. I'll be creating one of these DL trackers for 2018 in the next week ... https://www.rosterresource.com/mlb-disabled-list-tracker/
LAD
5:38
How long before Toles and Verdugo are mainstays in the Dodgers outfield? Do you realistically think Kemp has what it takes to hold down LF through 2019?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:39
I don't think Kemp makes it to July. If he's not on the DL, he'll be on the bench with Pederson, Verdugo or Toles getting the majority of at-bats in LF.
Chris
5:40
How about that brawl in Denver?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:41
It was nothing. I watched this Padres-Braves classic on TV when I was 8 years old ...
Chris
5:42
What are the chances the braves target Kimbrel in the off-season
AvatarJason Martinez
5:42
I love reunions. Braves should have $ and Kimbrel would help them out as they try to take a step forward.
Angel lineup
5:42
Who's out there as a FA pitcher, Ricky Nolasco?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:43
Nolasco. I believe Jake Peavy and Jarred Cosart are going to hold showcases soon. Chris Young looked OK this spring. Scott Feldman was decent when healthy last season.
Rocky Mountain High
5:44
Do the Rockies have any options with Desmond?  Trade, DFA, hope for an injury.
AvatarJason Martinez
5:45
He just needs to be in a super-utility role playing 3-4 times per week, mostly vs LHP. Rockies owe him $60MM. He's not going anywhere. And he's useful. Just shouldn't be an everyday 1B.
The Big Cat
5:46
I'm thinking of making a come back.
AvatarJason Martinez
5:46
Do it! You're only 1 HR short of 400.
Jorge C
5:47
What do  you think of F. Gavis at short for the Padres?  Does he force the up and coming F. Tatis to 3rd base?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:48
He's a great fit. I think he is the kind of player that would sign a team-friendly extension. They'll figure out where Tatis plays later on. He can play SS or 3B.
Bobby
5:49
Why aren't the Rays signing any free agent pitchers because of their three man rotation?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:51
Pretty sure Yonny Chirinos is officially in the rotation now. He hasn't allowed a run in 14.1 IP. And I think they have some decent options for the No. 5 spot once they finally decide to fill it with an actual starting pitcher.
5:52
Gotta run. Same time and place next week. I can be found at @mlbdepthcharts until then if you have any questions.
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