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Tim Dierkes

2:55

I think the players' union is more concerned about just getting more money to players in general, than about forcing bad teams to try harder.

2:56

I believe the whole thing about the union seeking competitive integrity is just a marketing way of saying they want more money to the players.

Guest

2:59

Who's your breakout candidates for next year (pitcher/hitter)? Tired of losing my fantasy league every year. Thanks!

Tim Dierkes

2:59

I like Logan Gilbert on the pitching side. I'll get back to you on the hitter breakout pick in the future.

Ragbrai

3:00

The Padres fade was remarkable. Just bad luck and injures or do you seem some major moves, FAs or trades, this off-season?

Tim Dierkes

3:00

Knowing AJ Preller, I think the Padres will do some crazy, unexpected stuff this winter. Anthony has thrown out Freddie Freeman, stuff like that. Guys that you can't entirely see a fit for, AJ will still try it. Trade Darvish or something.

3rd time is a charm

3:01

Great points on the players' side. What about the owners' side? Some owners are mad they pay a tax and feel small market teams just pocket the $$$ (e.g. John Henry). What about tieing revenue sharing to not just salaries but the extent to which rebuilding clubs not investing payroll are using those resources elsewhere to be competitive (scouting, improving the horrid minor-league conditions of their affiliates, etc.)? btw thanks for the chats, you guys are great!

Tim Dierkes

3:01

I agree - an easy chance would be to mandate the revenue sharing money go directly to MLB payroll. But owners aren't generally in the business of creating rules that drive up free agent prices.

I'm gonna wrap it up now...this was fun! Thanks for joining me.

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