2012 Divisional Chat: AL East
 
Sunday November 25, 2012
3:02
The Winter Meetings are a little more than a week away, so let's start our Divisional Chat series with the only division to boast three 90-win teams this year.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:02 
3:02
Did the Blue Jays do enough to be considered AL East favorites?
Yes
 ( 54% )
No
 ( 46% )

Sunday November 25, 2012 3:02 
3:03
[Comment From TonyTony: ] 
Do the sox get napoli and swisher.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:03 Tony
3:03
I think they'll reel in Napoli but not Swisher. Boston seems to be going all in on dead-pull RHB for Fenway.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:03 
3:03
[Comment From AlexAlex: ] 
Can the O's repeat the magic they had in 2012 if they were to field the team they have today?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:03 Alex
3:04
No, only because it's impossible to expect them to have a historic record in one-run games and to go nearly undefeated in extra innings again. Bullpens are very volatile from year-to-year. Doesn't mean they won't be good next year, but I wouldn't count on so many close wins again.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:04 
3:04
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Will the Jays make any other moves during the offseason?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:04 Guest
3:05
Yeah, definitely. Nothing as significant as what they've already done, but I'm sure they'll bring in a few more arms.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:05 
3:05
[Comment From IchiroIchiro: ] 
Will I be in RF opening day for the Yankees?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:05 Ichiro
3:05
I believe so.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:05 
3:05
[Comment From GG: ] 
What must the Red Sox do to contend next year?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:05 G
3:06
First and foremost: figure out what happened to Lester. They need to upgrade that rotation and there's pretty much no one they can realistically bring in who is as good as Lester when right.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:06 
3:07
[Comment From Omazing JoeOmazing Joe: ] 
Do Reynolds and McLouth return to Baltimore and if not, who replaces them?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:07 Omazing Joe
3:07
McLouth yes, Reynolds no. They seem like a fit for someone like Jason Bay, a roll the dice guy.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:07 
3:07
[Comment From DannyDanny: ] 
Napoli having great numbers against Sox: A product of him fitting at Fenway, or an Indication of how terrible Boston's pitching has been in the last few years.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:07 Danny
3:07
Small sample size more than anything.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:07 
3:08
[Comment From DiggsDiggs: ] 
Think this is the year the Rays trade Shields?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:08 Diggs
3:08
I don't think so. I think Hellickson is first in line to be traded, and I wouldn't be surprised if Price went before Shields at some point in the next 12 months. Price will be out of this world expensive.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:08 
3:09
[Comment From ShaneShane: ] 
Can the jays compete with what the marlins couldn't?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:09 Shane
3:09
Yes because the supporting cast is so much better. Outside of Stanton and half-a-season of Sanchez, the Marlins didn't have much around those guys.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:09 
3:09
[Comment From CJCJ: ] 
If the Yankees $189 million plan turned out to be fake, wouldn't that kill their credibility?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:09 CJ
3:10
In theory, yes.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:10 
3:10
[Comment From FrankFrank: ] 
With the right moves, Red Soxs can very easily win the AL East, and Yankees are looking good to finish last
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:10 Frank
3:11
I disagree completely. The Red Sox on paper right now are maybe two wins better than last year.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:11 
3:11
[Comment From LogJohnLogJohn: ] 
Why would Hellickson go first/
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:11 LogJohn
3:11
Just a hunch. Boras client, still enough top prospect shine to boost his value even though his MLB performance has been good but not great.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:11 
3:11
[Comment From CoryCory: ] 
Will jays trade JP?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:11 Cory
3:12
I think so, but maybe not until after Russell Martin and Pierzynski sign.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:12 
3:12
[Comment From JonnyJonny: ] 
Do the Blue Jays get another bat for DH or do you think that Adam Lind can finally put it together and hit about .270 with power?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:12 Jonny
3:12
I think Lind gets another chance. He and Encarnacion will rotate DH and 1B responsibilities, most likely.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:12 
3:13
[Comment From JordanJordan: ] 
Do you think Gibbons was the right hire for the jays? and if not who would you have gone with?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:13 Jordan
3:14
I thought it was interesting that both young ALE GMs (AA and Cherington) went with managers they know well and have a history with during a crucial offseason. Gibbons was a good hire in my opinion. He's smart with the bullpen and the lack of accountability we saw last year will be a thing of the past.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:14 
3:14
[Comment From JoeJoe: ] 
RED SOX BULLPEN=Second to Orioles bullpen in AL East? Yankees are not as good, and Rays are always shaky, Toronto can mash, but they don't have as good a bullpen as the Sox
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:14 Joe
3:15
Assuming Rivera re-signs, Bailey is fifth best closer in the division. Who knows what they'll get out of Bard and Melancon at this point. Red Sox needs arms, lots of 'em.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:15 
3:15
[Comment From TrevorTrevor: ] 
Do you think the Jays need to target an established closer?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:15 Trevor
3:16
No, I really like Janssen. There's plenty of room for another very good late-inning arm though. Madson would be a great fit there in my opinion. Wouldn't have to be "the guy" right away, but there's a clear path for him to take over the closer's role if he bounced back.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:16 
3:16
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Does Soriano resign with the Yanks? Or do you see him going elsewhere?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:16 Guest
3:17
Definitely elsewhere, just don't know where.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:17 
3:17
[Comment From KevinKevin: ] 
do you think Bobby Valentine was the cause of a soon-to-be awful few years for the Sox?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:17 Kevin
3:17
Not the only cause, but he certainly didn't help.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:17 
3:17
[Comment From Andy PettitteAndy Pettitte: ] 
Will I come back for another year?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:17 Andy Pettitte
3:17
I think so. If he does, Yanks will be done with their rotation other than a miscellaneous minor league depth signing or two.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:17 
3:17
[Comment From Andrew FriedmanAndrew Friedman: ] 
What kind of signings will I make this offseason for the bullpen?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:17 Andrew Friedman
3:18
The usual, low-risk one-year fliers. Maybe someone like Brandon Lyon.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:18 
3:18
[Comment From mini buckmini buck: ] 
do the O's make an offer for Cody Ross
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:18 mini buck
3:19
I think so, but I am not a fan of Ross at his reported price. Gomes at 2/10 >>> Ross at 3/25.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:19 
3:19
[Comment From JoshJosh: ] 
Out of 1-100, what do you think are the chances of the Orioles signing Josh Hamilton
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:19 Josh
3:19
I picked him to sign with the O's in my Free Agent Contest list, so I'll go with pretty darn good.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:19 
3:19
[Comment From Shawn MarcumShawn Marcum: ] 
Do you think the Jays will bring me back?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:19 Shawn Marcum
3:20
Seems like a good fit, no? That said, I remember reading something saying AA isn't a big fan. Marcum's a personal fave, very tough dude.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:20 
3:20
[Comment From @beannation@beannation: ] 
Dan Haren or Brandon McCarthy?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:20 @beannation
3:20
Haren, but I don't think he'd sign with an ALE team if he's looking to rebuild value. I don't think any pitcher would.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:20 
3:21
[Comment From RyanRyan: ] 
How do you think the Rays will fill in the holes in their offense?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:21 Ryan
3:21
I really think a trade with the Royals is coming. I wouldn't be surprised if Friedman pulled Hosmer away, but they still need an OF, a DH, a SS, etc...
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:21 
3:21
[Comment From James LoneyJames Loney: ] 
I think I could still be a chance for the Rays.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:21 James Loney
3:22
Knowing the Rays, he'll probably hit .310/.390/.450 next year.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:22 
3:22
[Comment From NickNick: ] 
Since David Ross signed with the Red Sox, do you think they'll trade Salty?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:22 Nick
3:22
I think they'll hang on to him and let Lavarnway start the year back in AAA. He didn't exactly inspire much confidence this year.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:22 
3:22
[Comment From SteveSteve: ] 
Wouldn't Marcum be a good insurance signing for the Yanks?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:22 Steve
3:22
He'd be a good insurance signing for anyone.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:22 
3:22
[Comment From SeanSean: ] 
Do the Orioles try to trade some of their young pitchers for Billy Butler or Giancarlo Stanton?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:22 Sean
3:23
I think Stanton is out of the question for anyone right now. Butler makes sense for the O's, but would they give up Britton and/or Tillman to get it done?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:23 
3:23
[Comment From WayneWayne: ] 
I omitted a full season from a healthy Ellsbury. There's another 3-4 wins. Now at 84-85, I've probably overstated my case, but still they're a .500 team pending moves.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:23 Wayne
3:24
Eh, depends on your opinion of Ellsbury. A "full season from a healthy Ellsbury" has happened once in the last three years.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:24 
3:24
[Comment From JoshJosh: ] 
Manny Machado for David Price. Who hangs up first?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:24 Josh
3:24
Rays. You can get more for Price right now. Machado's a great start though.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:24 
3:24
[Comment From ErikErik: ] 
M Izturis at 2nd, Bonifacio at Super-Sub, Rasmus/Davis platoon?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:24 Erik
3:25
I think Bonifacio sees more time at 2B than Maicer.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:25 
3:25
[Comment From RickRick: ] 
Is a trade for Alex Gordon or Shin-Soo Choo a good move for the Yankees?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:25 Rick
3:25
Yes to both. Gordon would be a better fit.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:25 
3:25
[Comment From ShawnShawn: ] 
Drew Hutchinson to the Royals make sense?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:25 Shawn
3:25
He's coming off TJS, no?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:25 
3:26
[Comment From AlbertAlbert: ] 
Do you think the Yankees sign Jeff Keppinger?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:26 Albert
3:26
No, someone will give him a starting job. Might be the O's.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:26 
3:26
[Comment From travistravis: ] 
do the sox trade for old friend justin masterson
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:26 travis
3:27
Yeah, I could totally see that. Those two teams match up well.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:27 
3:27
[Comment From SteveSteve: ] 
If I'm the Yankees I try to trade for Carlos Beltran.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:27 Steve
3:27
Don't see why the Cardinals would do it. The time for NYY to get Beltran was eight years ago as a FA, not now with two bad knees.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:27 
3:27
[Comment From ArtArt: ] 
What starting pitcher do the Bosox acquire
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:27 Art
3:28
I don't think they'll be in on Greinke, but I could see Anibal Sanchez given his history with the team and Cherington (who signed him out of Venezuela originally). Outside of him, one-year guys like McCarthy, Marcum, maybe Liriano.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:28 
3:28
[Comment From SteveSteve: ] 
Who wins the division right now, in your opinion? I guess Baltimore.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:28 Steve
3:29
I'd go with the Jays right now, but there's still three months of offseason left.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:29 
3:29
[Comment From RickRick: ] 
Chances of the Yanks trading Nova?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:29 Rick
3:29
I could see it, but I think they'll hold onto him while his value is down.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:29 
3:29
[Comment From DevonDevon: ] 
Does Ciriaco have any trade value? Perhaps to the yankees?'
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:29 Devon
3:29
Nah. Well, maybe to the Yankees since he was the only team he hit against last year.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:29 
3:29
[Comment From TrevorTrevor: ] 
Do they Jays bring back Carlos Villenueva?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:29 Trevor
3:30
I think AA might have burned that bridge after publicly questioning his durability.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:30 
3:30
[Comment From MaxMax: ] 
Do you see Granderson as a trade candidate in July?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:30 Max
3:31
I don't. The Yankees tend to buy guys like Granderson, not sell. When's the last time they traded a position player of that caliber? Sheffield after he fell out of favor/was replaced by Abreu?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:31 
3:31
[Comment From RondoRondo: ] 
Ben can't be serious about Iglesias/Ciriaco. Who does he acquire to play SS?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:31 Rondo
3:31
Yeah I can't see either guy as a starting MLB SS, at least not right now. Asdrubal Cabrera makes a ton of sense, Stephen Drew as well.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:31 
3:33
[Comment From John LoganJohn Logan: ] 
How about Asdrubal Cabrera, Justin Masterson, Sin Soo Choo to Redsox for Lavarnway, Iglesias, Matt Barnes, and Jerry Sands
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:33 John Logan
3:33
That's not even close. Maybe enough for Asdrubal Cabrera alone, but not those three together.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:33 
3:34
[Comment From GregGreg: ] 
Could the Red Sox trade for Cliff Lee? He's better than Lester and he's been on the trade market since last deadline
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:34 Greg
3:34
I think they'll stay away from long-term deals for 30+ year olds for the next few years.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:34 
3:34
[Comment From MattMatt: ] 
Rays swap Archer for Arencibia?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:34 Matt
3:34
Too much for JPA, but he makes sense for them. Both teams seem to loath intra-divison trades though.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:34 
3:34
[Comment From SolSol: ] 
Are Span or Willingham trade targets for Rays/Os/Yanks?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:34 Sol
3:35
I could definitely see Willingham being a fit for Tampa. The Twins want pitching and the Rays have plenty to give up.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:35 
3:35
[Comment From DevonDevon: ] 
Travis Blackley, Rich Harden, Zach Duke, John Maine– potential low-risk high-reward rotation options for Orioles?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:35 Devon
3:36
"High-reward" is really a stretch for me.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:36 
3:36
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Do you see the Sox trading Xander Bogaerts for anyone this winter? (I sure hope not...)
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:36 Jim
3:36
Only for a Justin Upton or Stanton type.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:36 
3:36
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
How much do you think the jays could get for Buck or D'Arnaud?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:36 Guest
3:36
Not much for Buck but a ton of D'Arnaud. Good catching is scarce, and that goes double for good young catching.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:36 
3:37
[Comment From CCCC: ] 
what would the Yankees get if they traded Cano?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:37 CC
3:37
A ton even though he's signed for just one more year. Legit MVP-caliber player at an up-the-middle position? Those guys don't get traded.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:37 
3:38
[Comment From DannyDanny: ] 
Boegarts, Bradley, Buchholz and Barnes for Giancarlo?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:38 Danny
3:38
Now we're talking. Three of those four guys are just prospects, still seems like too much for Stanton.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:38 
3:38
[Comment From RichRich: ] 
does Matusz get a crack at starting again? if so, how does the comeback go?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:38 Rich
3:38
I'd give him another shot, but I think they'll keep him in the bullpen.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:38 
3:39
[Comment From JCJC: ] 
Did someone mention John Maine? I thought he was done? Attempting a comeback?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:39 JC
3:39
Pitched for the Yankees in AAA last year, was actually pretty decent. Still don't think he's a legit MLB option, especially for an ALE team.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:39 
3:39
[Comment From VanVan: ] 
Does Shane Victorino land in the AL East?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:39 Van
3:40
Could be a fit for the O's or Rays, but I really have no idea where he'll end up. He seems pretty underrated right now, at least considering his likely cost compared to Upton/Bourn/Hamilton.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:40 
3:40
[Comment From RussRuss: ] 
Are the rays in on Martin?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:40 Russ
3:41
I don't think so. Too rich for them.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:41 
3:41
[Comment From ClayClay: ] 
Do you see the Yanks orSox going after Carlos Zambrano maybe or has his time passed?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:41 Clay
3:42
Definitely not the Yankees. They value strong makeup too much and Zambrano is a grenade with the pin pulled.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:42 
3:42
[Comment From AlexAlex: ] 
Alternatives for Napoli if he doesn't sign with the Red Sox?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:42 Alex
3:43
Texas, maybe even the O's. I'd avoid Seattle if I was him. I know the walls are coming in, but Safeco is death to pull RHB.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:43 
3:43
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Do the Yanks trade Phil Hughes to KC for a young hitter?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:43 Guest
3:43
He's only signed for one more year, doubt that's enough to get any of KC's hitters.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:43 
3:43
[Comment From DanDan: ] 
What do the O's need to do this off-season to be considered a favorite for the AL East?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:43 Dan
3:44
I think they need a legit ace. Hammel and even Miguel Gonzalez had their moments, but I think they lack that one guy they can run out there against Price, Sabathia, Verlander, Felix, etc. in a big game.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:44 
3:44
[Comment From TigerBobTigerBob: ] 
What's the timeframe for Machado to move to SS?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:44 TigerBob
3:45
I'd do it right now. Trade Hardy while the FA lacks quality SS and bring in a 3B like Youkilis.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:45 
3:45
The longer they keep Machado at 3B, the less likely it is that he moves back to SS.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:45 
3:45
[Comment From GarrettGarrett: ] 
Any chance in the Sox could pull Alex Gordon away from KC? Seems like a nice fit for Fenway
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:45 Garrett
3:46
Sure, but he's one of the 10-15 best OF in the game. KC would want a young, MLB ready SP, and I don't think the Sox would part with Buchholz to get him. Doubront's not enough, Barnes isn't ready.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:46 
3:46
[Comment From ClaytonClayton: ] 
Would you do Rasmus for Dickey straight up, how do you think Dickey would fair in the AL East.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:46 Clayton
3:46
If I was Toronto? Definitely. I was a big Rasmus supported for a long time, but I'm off that bandwagon. Been in the league for four years now and we're still waiting.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:46 
3:47
*supporter
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:47 
3:47
[Comment From MattMatt: ] 
Do you think BJ Upton is overrated?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:47 Matt
3:47
Quite the opposite, actually.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:47 
3:47
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Any idea what the Yanks can expect from Pineda? BTW no way the Mets say yes to Rasmus for Dickey, come on.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:47 Guest
3:48
Cashman says they aren't counting on anything from Pineda in 2013 and that's what I would do. If they 100 league innings next year after that surgery, they should be happy.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:48 
3:48
[Comment From AlexAlex: ] 
do the jays have TOO MANY people? where will everyone fit in to the lineup?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:48 Alex
3:48
Trust me, no one has too much anything. These things sort themselves out.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:48 
3:48
[Comment From Hell-boyHell-boy: ] 
What am I worth? Wil Myers and more?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:48 Hell-boy
3:49
I'm usually all for trading prospects for legit MLBers, but I wouldn't give up Myers for Hellickson.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:49 
3:49
[Comment From AdamAdam: ] 
Do you think Gose gets a starting role in T.O?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:49 Adam
3:49
Not this year. A few hundred at-bats in a normal AAA environment will do a lot of Toronto's top prospects good.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:49 
3:49
[Comment From BobBob: ] 
Was Johnny Gomes a good get for the Red Sox at 2 yrs, 10 mil? He played for a mil last year.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:49 Bob
3:50
I think it's an overpay, but so far the market looks to be a little wacky. Could look pretty good in a few weeks.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:50 
3:50
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Is there any chance that the Yankees re-sign Swisher?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:50 Guest
3:51
I wouldn't get my hopes up. They seem to have turned the page.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:51 
3:51
[Comment From alexalex: ] 
would Josh Hamilton help the orioles contend for a playoff spot?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:51 alex
3:51
Of course.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:51 
3:51
[Comment From JohnJohn: ] 
What new guys will the Yankees sign/acquire this offseason?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:51 John
3:51
I think they'll bring back largely the same team next year. Maybe a shiny new reliever like Soria and Scott Hairston instead of Andruw Jones, but nothing major.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:51 
3:52
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
What do the orioles need to part with to pry Felix from Seattle? He's the best pitcher in baseball in my opinion.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:52 Guest
3:52
Would have to start with Machado and Bundy, wouldn't they?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:52 
3:52
[Comment From MattMatt: ] 
who benefits more in this deal? To Texas - Rasmus, d'Arnaud, Bonifacio, (either Comer or McGuire) for Kinsler and either Perez or Holland??
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:52 Matt
3:53
The Jays would. Getting the best player in the trade (by far).
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:53 
3:53
[Comment From ZanderZander: ] 
Could the Orioles pry David Wright from the Mets without giving up Machado, Bundy and Gausman?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:53 Zander
3:54
I wouldn't count on it. Their system really drops off after those three. Mets want a catcher, but no way would the O's give up Wieters.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:54 
3:54
[Comment From BohndawgBohndawg: ] 
You're Ben, what do you do from here?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:54 Bohndawg
3:55
Cherington? I know they need OF help, but I'd shop Ellsbury. See how much a team like Texas or Cincy really wants him.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:55 
3:55
[Comment From KyleKyle: ] 
Is Boston's interest in Napoli strictly as a 1B, or would he get playing time at C as well?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:55 Kyle
3:55
Seems like they want him primarily as a 1B with a few starts at C and DH mixed in.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:55 
3:56
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
You think a guy like Lincecum is available for Jays after being moved to the pen?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:56 Guest
3:56
Yes I think he would be available, but I don't think he's in the bullpen for good. I'd let him try starting again at his age. The Jays have had interest in him in the past (remember the Lincecum-Rios rumor like six years ago?) and frankly he seems like another great roll of the dice guy for them.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:56 
3:57
[Comment From johnjohn: ] 
Lincecum for Ellsbury
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:57 john
3:57
That would be interesting. Both guys signed for just one more year, Boston needs SP, SF needs OF. I'd probably want more if I was SF, Lincecum's track record >>> Ellsbury's.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:57 
3:57
[Comment From ryanryan: ] 
Are these monster trades now the new norm? First boston now jays?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:57 ryan
3:58
I don't think we'll see them every few months like we did this year, but yeah I think they might be here to stay.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:58 
3:58
[Comment From zachzach: ] 
Do you think the Rays could trade for Danny Espinosa. He is more than capable at shortstop, and the nats could use a number 5 pitcher.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:58 zach
3:58
Yes, I definitely think they could. He's be a great fit, adds some power. I'm a big Espinosa fan, perhaps too big.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:58 
3:59
[Comment From RamiroRamiro: ] 
What prospects do you expect will make an impact for the Yankees this upcoming year? I think Montgomery and Adams are ready to help out
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:59 Ramiro
3:59
Those two are pretty much it. Williams, Heathcott, Sanchez, Austin, etc. are all still a year or two away.
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:59 
3:59
[Comment From Laughing LarryLaughing Larry: ] 
David Price to the Rangers?
Sunday November 25, 2012 3:59 Laughing Larry
4:00
I wouldn't budge off Profar. No Profar? No deal if I'm Tampa.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:00 
4:00
[Comment From StarksStarks: ] 
What kind of a year will John Lackey have
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:00 Starks
4:00
I always worry about guys coming off TJS, but he was so bad before the injury that he almost can't help but be better. Maybe he'll be league average for 180+ innings.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:00 
4:01
[Comment From johnny Ajohnny A: ] 
Chances Morrow and Johnson can throw for 175 innings?
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:01 johnny A
4:01
I bet one throws fewer than that, but that's the big x-factor for the Jays. They took on a lot of risk with their moves so far.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:01 
4:01
[Comment From AbeAbe: ] 
Do you think the Yankees will make a move at Either (LA) now that they lost swisher?
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:01 Abe
4:02
Can't see. Ethier is signed for 5/85 (!). Swisher's a better player and they could probably re-sign him for 4/52.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:02 
4:02
[Comment From BohndawgBohndawg: ] 
what will Middlebrooks numbers look like over a full season?
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:02 Bohndawg
4:02
.270/.320/.460-ish.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:02 
4:02
[Comment From Babe RuthBabe Ruth: ] 
What are the chances that this is the year that Dustin McGowan finally gets it together?
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:02 Babe Ruth
4:02
I wouldn't count on it.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:02 
4:02
[Comment From johnny Ajohnny A: ] 
would you rather have Lawrie or Middlebrooks
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:02 johnny A
4:03
Lawrie, not all that close for me either.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:03 
4:03
[Comment From KevinKevin: ] 
How about Machado's numbers over a full season?
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:03 Kevin
4:03
I could see him going .290/.310/.470 or so. He's still really, really young.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:03 
4:03
[Comment From Chris BChris B: ] 
Juan Carlos Linares, organizational filler or will he be someone to watch out for this year?
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:03 Chris B
4:03
Filler.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:03 
4:04
[Comment From jayjay: ] 
After trading several top prospects..do the jays still have one of the stronger farm systems?
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:04 jay
4:04
Jim Callis knows way more about this stuff than I do, and he said they're a 10-20 range farm system after the trade.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:04 
4:04
[Comment From BrianBrian: ] 
Does Olicer come back thisyear or retire?
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:04 Brian
4:04
I think he comes back. Crazy to believe how great he's been the last five years.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:04 
4:05
[Comment From DJDJ: ] 
Where does Nunez fit for Yanks next year? or does he? Like his bat, speed but lack of defense makes him a hard fit...
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:05 DJ
4:05
They say they're going to keep him at SS, so I have no idea where he fits.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:05 
4:05
[Comment From CasCas: ] 
Are you concerned with Reyes playing 90ish games on turf? I am.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:05 Cas
4:05
Yes, I definitely am. He's got a history of leg problems as it is, and if they go all together he'll be pretty useless.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:05 
4:06
[Comment From BentonBenton: ] 
What kind of year will J.A. Happ have?
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:06 Benton
4:06
I know he had a nice run after the trade, but I'm not a believer at all.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:06 
4:06
[Comment From IanIan: ] 
Michael Morse and Danny Espinosa for one of the Ray's starters?
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:06 Ian
4:07
The Nats aren't hurting for top of the rotation pitching, but I could definitely see a Morse to the Rays trade coming. Morse and Espinosa? Eh.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:07 
4:08
I didn't realize it was so late, so just a few more than I have to end this.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:08 
4:08
[Comment From ZackZack: ] 
What would be the most likely trade for the Yankees this winter?
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:08 Zack
4:08
If they make a trade, I think the Yankees would go big this winter. Justin Upton or something like that.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:08 
4:08
[Comment From RichRich: ] 
Which Rays relief pitcher goes form average to elite this year?
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:08 Rich
4:09
I'd say McGee, but I think he made the jump last year.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:09 
4:09
[Comment From MMMM: ] 
how do you think Mark Buerhle's numbers will translate to the AL East?
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:09 MM
4:09
Not very well. He worries more than anyone else in that trade.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:09 
4:10
[Comment From FranFran: ] 
Of Cuddyer, Pence, Choo, and Morrison, who do you think the Yanks could land? At what cost?
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:10 Fran
4:11
Cuddyer should be rather easy to acquire. Maybe a Grade-B pitching prospect like Brett Marshall.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:11 
4:11
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Is Ortiz still the best AL East slugger? (AVG/OBP/SLG)
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:11 Guest
4:11
Yeah I think so. A healthy Bautista is up there as well. Cano lacks the OBP skills.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:11 
4:12
Okay, I need to wrap this up. Thanks for stopping by, and make sure you check out our other division chats the next few days.
Sunday November 25, 2012 4:12 
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