JotCast | MLBTR Live Chat With Jason Martinez: December 14, 2016

MLBTR Live Chat With Jason Martinez: December 14, 2016

Mark Shapiro

4:31

What is my Plan B for the OF now that Fowler is off the market?

Jason Martinez

4:31

Still a chance that Jose Bautista returns. If not, there are still some decent options available on the FA market: Michael Saunders, Brandon Moss, Angel Pagan, Colby Rasmus would likely be best remaining.

Bochy

4:33

Any Giants moves you hearing?

Jason Martinez

4:33

They have so much $ committed, not just for '16, but for the next several seasons. I think they'll bring in some competition for Parker/Williamson in LF (Ben Revere or Coco Crisp, maybe) and possibly another backup INF. But nothing major.

Al Avila

4:34

What can I get for Justin Wilson?

Jason Martinez

4:35

I wouldn't expect much. Bad offseason to shop him. Much more hittable in '16 and not good vs lefty hitters.

Jason

4:36

What's the chances Rays trade some starting pitching?

Jason Martinez

4:36

I still think there's a good chance. One of the few teams with enough SP depth to make a move. But they're not in a position where they have to trade one. They can continue to be patient until someone meets their asking price.

Emiliano B

4:39

Do You See The Rockies Making A Push For Quintana, Where will he end up?

Jason Martinez

4:39

Not really. They might have the trade chips to make a good offer, but I think it's too risky for the Rockies to invest so much in a starting pitcher trade or free agent signing. Hard to tell how the move to Coors Field would affect any pitcher. I still think the Astros are the best fit for Quintana.

Charlie

4:41

Any Pirates chatter? Now that Holland is out, what pitching are they seriously looking at? Nova?

Jason Martinez

4:41

Nova is the one guy who separated himself from the pack with his late season performance. Don't think the Pirates will compete for teams willing to give him a 3-4 year deal in the $12MM+ range. I'm sure they'll get one of the FAs that are looking to bounce back and could benefit from Ray Searage's tutelage.

Wainofan

4:45

What would it realistically take for birds to get Frazier from white sox?

Jason Martinez

4:45

Would 2 years of Matt Adams for 1 year of Frazier be fair? Maybe balance it out with minor leaguers from each side. And then Cards would probably try really hard to trade Peralta. Also not sure if Frazier is a big need considering how good Gyorko was in '16. He earned a regular spot.

Aquizno

4:47

Will the Dodgers re-sign Utley regardless if they get Dozier?

Jason Martinez

4:47

Don't think there would be a need. Other than a handful of games at 3B and 1B, not really enough versatility for Utley be a useful bench player.

Viktor

4:48

Do you like Odorizzi or Eduardo Rodriguez more?

Jason Martinez

4:48

I'd take Odorizzi for '17 but not by much and I like Rodriguez long term. If we're considering current value, definitely Rodriguez. He is under control for 5 years and Odorizzi for 3.

Who says no?

4:51

Are the Diamondbacks really going with a Jeff Mathis/Chris Hermann combo?

Jason Martinez

4:51

Definitely expect Mathis for a 60-75 games. He'll be great for their young pitchers. I can see them adding another catcher, just not Matt Wieters. More likely someone to compete with Herrmann. Maybe Avila or Saltalamachhia.

Trog

4:54

Should Rangers spend big on EE for 1B or sign a cheaper platoon like Moss/Lind + D.H.Lee/Carter?

Jason Martinez

4:54

I think they are the best fit for EE and they're just waiting for his price to drop a bit more. I think it'll happen.

Tom

4:55

Where do you see Todd Frazier going

Jason Martinez

4:55

Not a lot of teams, if any, with a huge void at 3B. The Sox might have to wait it out and hope that isn't the case in July.

Lester the Nightfly

4:58

As a rosters expert, were you disappointed that the new CBA didn't expand the active rosters? It would have been fun to speculate on how teams and managers would use the extra man/men.

Jason Martinez

4:58

Yes I was. I think the 10-day DL change will create some change. But it would've been very interesting to see how teams utilized that 26th spot.

Wellington Castillo

5:00

At first, I was telling my bros that I was gonna sign some big, multi year deal. Today, though, I signed a one-year deal with the O's. Was it a good idea or no?

Jason Martinez

5:00

I'm sure it was his best offer. I think he realized the market wasn't as great as he hoped and jumped on that deal with the player option in '18. If he has a bad year, he can still get $7MM next season. If he has a good year, he can decline and get a better deal next offseason.

Syd Down

5:03

Matt Weiters seems to be boxed out of a big payday. Does he have to accept a one year des

Jason Martinez

5:04

I'm sure he'll have to drop his asking price but I can still see the Braves or Angels giving him a multi-year deal that is more enticing that a 1-yr deal.

mikesmets

5:05

any news on Carl Crawford, just curious?

Jason Martinez

5:05

Haven't heard a thing. I'm guessing it's a matter of how badly he wants to play again. He has all the $ in the world and might not want to settle for an MiLB deal.

Angels fan

5:08

What do you make of the Bandy for Maldonado trade? Don't like it

Jason Martinez

5:08

Adding good pitchers was always going to be a challenge so it looks like the Angels are focusing on run prevention via their defense (Maybin in LF, Espinosa at 2B) and Maldonado fits that. Good defense/pitch framing.

Justin

5:10

Do you update the lineups on roster resource right after opening day or do you wait a few weeks to see how the dust settles?

Jason Martinez

5:10

Once the season starts, I'm adjusting "go-to" lineup daily based on trends. I'm guessing they can start going in a different direction after the 1st 3-4 games of the season and then they change pretty regularly after that.

Javier

5:13

What is the plan for the Astros for starting pitcher

Jason Martinez

5:13

They're pretty solid as it is with Keuchel, McHugh, Fiers, McCullers, Morton and good depth (Devenski, Martes, Musgrove, Paulino, etc.). But Keuchel didn't pitch like an ace in '16, which is why they're probably looking to add one.

bobby evans

5:17

if you were looking for a platoon bat, (to hit right handed), and not make a huge mess in the outfield... and your budget was limited to, not much and not long... who's agent would you be dialing up?

Jason Martinez

5:17

There are guys available like Raburn, Francoeur, Ruggiano who will be cheap and can hit LHP. But if they believe in Mac Williamson, they might just hand him that job.

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