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Mark P
2:12
Seems entirely possible
Rob
2:13
do MLB front offices actually make an effort for a communication or media strategy to satiate the local fanbase in periods where, from the public perspective, things are quiet or stagnant ? (I'm specifically looking at blue jays who have not done much, and they needed to do a lot, but this applies to many teams)
Mark P
2:15
It doesn't really do much for a GM or executive to make big promises about an offseason, since then those words can easily get thrown back in their face if the plans won't work out.  And, obviously, it doesn't really help a GM to specify particular players as targets
2:16
As much as fans (or we at MLBTR) like the content of an executive making a big fiery declaration to contend, it makes a lot of logical sense to play one's cards close to the vest
Trade idear
2:16
Santander for Bieber straight up. Who says no?
Mark P
2:17
Someone suggested this a few weeks ago, and it does seem to work for both teams.  The Guardians make such a priority of young talent that they might not view such a return as an ideal way to maximize Bieber's trade value....yet if that value is compromised anyway, there are worse ideas than a one-year quick fix for an outfield bat the Guards severely need
Guardians
2:18
Could you see them trading Clase, Bieber, and Naylor in the same deal?
Mark P
2:18
Nope.  Cleveland would want to spread those moves out to maximize the overall value.
Marky Mark
2:19
Hey what's on the ol Christmas Playlist?
Mark P
2:19
Fairytale of New York
Robbie Baseball
2:20
Jays send Manoah and Barger to Pittsburgh for Ke’Bryan Hayes. Who says no?
Mark P
2:20
This makes some level of sense for both sides, but I can't see Pittsburgh moving Hayes so soon after signing him to that big extension.  Sends a pretty awkward message to any other young players the Bucs might look to extend
Seoul games
2:20
Do the Padres trade Kim before or after Seoul games?
Mark P
2:21
I doubt Kim is being traded.  He's inexpensive and will be an important piece of the puzzle for SD next year
Guest
2:23
Will Cleveland deal Ramirez with Bieber?
Mark P
2:23
The Guards aren't dealing Ramirez under any circumstances
Ross
2:23
Does Jorge Polanco get traded? Seems like hed be a great fit for Toronto
Mark P
2:24
Agreed.  It seems like a poorly-kept secret that the Twins will deal at least one of Polanco or Kepler, and it's just a matter of how the market develops for either player.
If Minnesota's priority is adding pitching, however, the Blue Jays aren't a great fit in terms of MLB-ready younger arms.  Tiedemann obviously isn't being moved in a Polanco deal, for instance
Dave
2:25
As a Nats fan, how disgruntled should I be? Even if next season is a bust, there are multiple players (Bellinger, Hoskins, etc) that would help the next contending team in 2025. But ownership seems disinclined to spend a dime until the last possible second.
Mark P
2:26
To be fair, there's no guarantee that the Nats will suddenly emerge in 2025.  The team will have a clearer view of that possibility once this season is over, and if they think they're able to make that leap next winter, some bigger additions might take place.

Also by next offseason, some more clarity might exist about a possible sale, or maybe the MASN dispute.  But, I do think I'll still be writing about this MASN dispute for the next 20 years.
Bo
2:27
I am getting a bit nervous about my O’s. Could you please tell me something is in the works?
Mark P
2:28
The ballpark lease got finalized, so that's no small feat.  There's a chance ownership might now be a bit more willing to okay some additional (if not over the top) spending
Cody Bellinger
2:28
Will I be signing with the Yankees this offseason?
Mark P
2:29
To the chagrin of my pick in the MLBTR free agents prediction contest, probably not.  Soto and Verdugo have seemingly sealed up New York's outfield needs.
Go Tigers
2:29
Are we rolling with Vierling at 3rd base? I know we have Keith and Jung, but it’s rough seeing the team not address the position for the second year in a row is frustrating.
Mark P
2:31
It's not just Vierling but also Maton/McKinstry/Nevin, and don't forget about Malloy in the young prospect mix.  It's very true that there isn't much certainty in this collection of players, yet Detroit is hoping to see at least one of the youngsters make an impact as early as the coming season, to solidify at least one of the infield positions.
Hosken Powell
2:31
Is this interest in Paxton a reality for The Red Sox. Is it more of the same parade of has beens to expect, or are they really looking to legitimately get real quality starters?
Mark P
2:33
The Sox have enough pitching needs that they should be on the lookout for all types of hurlers, whether it's frontline arms or more speculative types like Paxton.  Obviously Boston knows Paxton's health situation better than anyone, so if they have confidence he can stay reasonably healthy, he has shown he can still be a productive pitcher
Krazzy K
2:34
Do the Reds really NEED starting pitching? Greene, Lodolo, Ashcraft, Abbott, Williamson, Phillips and Martinez. few others in AAA for emergencies. Lot better shape than we were last season.
Mark P
2:34
There isn't a lot of proven experience on that list, however.  Adding a front-of-the-rotation type to headline the rotation suddenly makes that staff a lot better.
Blue Jays Missed Opportunity
2:34
In light of the Blue Jays missing out on Shohei Ohtani and so many position players leaving the roster via free agency and with the offence being as inept as it was last season, would it be possible that the Blue Jays management would “punt” next season and load up in 2025?
Mark P
2:35
No chance.  The Jays are built to win now, not to burn off another year of all their high-priced talent.
Rays Fan
2:37
Who is a realistic catcher the Rays can pick up??
Mark P
2:38
The free agent list is pretty thin, so the trade market seems like Tampa's best bet.  It was interesting that the Rays swung that big trade with LA without landing any of the Dodgers' young catching prospects, though that might've taken talks down a whole separate path
Logan
2:38
Do you think there is potential that the Guardians sign a solid bat such as Teoscar Hernandez?
Mark P
2:38
Even after a down year, I don't see his price falling quite far enough to land inside Cleveland's limited price range
A's fan
2:38
I find it a little ironic the Las Vegas A's may have an easier time signing free agents in a few years than the San Francisco Giants
Mark P
2:39
Do you think A's ownership is going to suddenly start spending once they're in a new city?  I have severe doubts.
canyon
2:40
Pirates going for one more starter?
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