JotCast | MLBTR Chat with Steve Adams 7-5-16

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Steve Adams

2:35

Let's chat about baseball! (And whatever other topics are raised that pique my interest because I'm the host goshdarnit)

AJ Preller

2:35

Should I extend or trade Wil Myers

Steve Adams

2:37

Does it need to be one or the other? I don't love committing a ton of money to someone who's had his injury woes in the past, but he's controllable long enough (through 2019) that there's no real urgency to trade him right now. Listen to offers, move him if you get blown away, and otherwise let him prove he can stay healthy and sustain this power output.

Walt Jocketty

2:37

Why haven't I moved Bruce or Cozart yet?

Steve Adams

2:37

I'd assume there simply hasn't been an offer that has been deemed enticing enough. I can't imagine either is still a Red on Aug. 2.

2:37

Do the Pirates hold off on selling at the deadline

Steve Adams

2:38

I don't think they should. Even if they're on a run and making progress toward a WIld Card spot, I'd shop Melancon at the very least. No way the Buccos are making a QO to a reliever, and they could get some genuine talent in return for him late this month.

robf

2:39

yanks-buyers or sellers?

Steve Adams

2:40

I think they'll move Beltran and Chapman when all is said and done, continuing to aim toward acquiring some piece that can help them contend in 2017 and beyond. I don't expect Miller to be moved. It makes sense to be open to moving McCann, too, but that's a tougher sell with another two yeas at $17MM per.

Brian

2:41

Clevinger, Zimmer and a low level prospect for Evan Longoria.

Steve Adams

2:41

I don't consider that enough to get Longoria, who's having a really nice rebound season. Plus, that's a lot of money to add to Cleveland's long-term outlook.

Pomeranz

2:42

Cabrera Braves closer of future?

Steve Adams

2:42

Possibly, but he'll need to cut down on the walks first. Throwing 100 is great, but still need to throw strikes, and averaging 5+ walks per nine in the minors isn't exactly encouraging.

Billy Beane

2:43

Should I trade Valencia or hold on to him and hope for a run at the playoffs next year? Could always trade him next summer if things go south or perhaps maybe even a QO?

Steve Adams

2:44

His value seems like it's getting close to its apex. Unless the offers this coming month are just awful -- he does have a really poor clubhouse rep, which probably dings him some despite great on-field production -- I think this is the opportune time to act.

Travis

2:44

Kris Bryant MVP?

Steve Adams

2:45

As long as he's not out for a month or more, I'd still give the MVP to Kershaw right now.

Jason

2:45

What has Melvin Upton's trade value risen too? Great defense and the bat has really come around.

Steve Adams

2:47

He's a league-average bat that's playing fine defense but is owed nearly $17MM next year as a 32-year-old. I don't think there's much in the way of surplus there, and I don't envision him bringing back all that much in return. Teams are still going to be wary of the putrid Atlanta years, and he's past his physical prime (or at least on the wrong side of it). At best, he has neutral trade value, and even eating a ton of the contract doesn't seem likely to net a great prospect return.

Adam

2:47

There is a logical link between Boston & Julio Teheran, but who else might be a logical fit?

Steve Adams

2:48

Connor Byrne wrote 1500-2000 words on that subject about 2-3 weeks ago:

http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2016/06/looking-for-a-match-in-a-julio-teheran-trade.html

For what it's worth, I don't think Teheran is getting traded.

Alex

2:48

Refsnyder at 2B. Starlin Castro and cash for a young pitcher to the Athletics or Rays for cash. Who is a reasonable target pitcher?

Steve Adams

2:49

The Yankees have shown by now that they don't really think Refsnyder is a long-term option at second base due to defensive concerns. Castro's underperformance at the plate in that park doesn't do them tons of favors.

Jack Z's Ghost

2:50

What was the most lopsided deal of the offseason?

Steve Adams

2:50

Still hard-pressed to come with anything more lopsided than the Shelby deal.

Goose

2:51

Do you think Theo regrets the Jason Heyward deal? That is a lot of money for a glove guy with a mediocre bat. Especially if Candelario is the real deal and Bryant ends up in the OF.

Steve Adams

2:52

Cubs are in great shape even with Heyward underperforming, so I doubt he's losing sleep over it. Plus, with the remainder of their roster being so young and affordable, it's not exactly a crippling move. Probably doesn't sign the deal all over again if you present him with the opportunity to see Heyward's first three months though.

Bryan

2:52

Would JD consider giving up Profar for Ervin Santana straight up? $13.5 million/year for Ervin next two years, then either $14m club option in 2019 or $1m buyout.

Steve Adams

2:52

No way the Rangers are giving up Profar for Ervin.

Loria

2:53

With Gordon coming off of his suspension in mid-July, and Dietrich having a very good season, what should the marlins do when his suspension is over

Steve Adams

2:54

Gordon will (and should) go back to being the everyday second baseman, and they'll bounce Dietrich around the diamond from that point on (plus probably pinch-hit him every day that he doesn't start). My expectation is Dietrich at third base every day next season once Prado signs elsewhere in free agency.

Wade

2:54

Who are some probable trade targets for which the Sox would give up Moncada or Benintendi?

Steve Adams

2:54

I don't think they'll part with either.

Billy Eppler

2:55

Is ANYONE on my team (besides you know who) doing anything that'll actually bring back some value in a trade? What can I expect for whom?

Steve Adams

2:56

Yunel, Salas, Smith, Santiago -- Yunel brings the most back in return, but he's not going to fetch a premium return.

Zach

2:56

Buck Farmer day!

Steve Adams

2:56

Buck Farmer and Brooks Pounders brought up to the Majors on the same day. I'm partying tonight.

Ben

2:57

What do you think about all of the crazy NBA contracts?

Steve Adams

2:57

I don't even bat an eyelash at enormous sports salaries anymore. (And I have some majestic eyelashes! No, really.)

Alan

2:58

How well did the Braves do in their international signings this past week? Also Is Kevin Maitán the real deal?

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