Kimbrel/Melvin Trade Thread

[50PoundHead]

There's a certain kind of joy that comes from knowing your team has a lights-out closer. And I don't think we've ever had a pitcher that made me laugh in disbelief more often than Kimbrel. Major League hitters should not look as bad as they routinely did against Craig- check out Ian Desmond's batting line against Kimbrel next time you get a chance, then look at the contract Desmond will get this off-season.

Thanks for all the good times, Craig. Enjoy Petco.

Former Twins' manager Tom Kelly was a crank, but he always stressed the psychological value of having a strong closer. A lot of folks don't put much stock in the "between the ears" part of the game, but you watch a team with a shaky closer and often times, they get out of sync trying to put games away. You want to hand the ball to a guy and have thew team know full well that if the lead isn't held, it's an aberration and not a portent.

[keithlaw]

I love Kimbrel but this is an amazing deal. Seriously can't believe it

[Perfect Cell]

Wouldn't paying Justin BJ's money do the trick?

If theres 3 other teams paying Justin BJS money as well then no. If you can offer the same money plus your brother for the next 3 years.. Hes going to stay in San Diego.

[thethe]

Oh yeah the Braves have been awesome in the draft lately. Alex Wood is the only player the last three seasons.

We actually brought back the guys that knew what they were doing in the draft. Its going to be a new time soon for the Braves.

[keithlaw]

There's a certain kind of joy that comes from knowing your team has a lights-out closer. And I don't think we've ever had a pitcher that made me laugh in disbelief more often than Kimbrel. Major League hitters should not look as bad as they routinely did against Craig- check out Ian Desmond's batting line against Kimbrel next time you get a chance, then look at the contract Desmond will get this off-season.

Thanks for all the good times, Craig. Enjoy Petco.

I totally agree. We still robbed them blind

[57Brave]

This off season has been like the day Michael became a Godfather.

Waiting for the scene in the driveway where Fredi says " c'mon Bobby -- for old times "

[Perfect Cell]

Former Twins' manager Tom Kelly was a crank, but he always stressed the psychological value of having a strong closer. A lot of folks don't put much stock in the "between the ears" part of the game, but you watch a team with a shaky closer and often times, they get out of sync trying to put games away. You want to hand the ball to a guy and have thew team know full well that if the lead isn't held, it's an aberration and not a portent.

I still remember Craigs face when the camera would go to the bullpen during that playoff series vs the Dodgers. Made me love the guy even more (and hate Freddi more)

[chop2chip]

Braves are sending 24 million to the Padres too so not as good...basically it becomes Upton + 24 million for Quentin and Maybin (which balances salary wise), and Kimbrel for Wisler, the outfielder and the draft pick...still not terrible though

Where did you read we were sending money? The reports I have read says the contrary.

[zitothebrave]

Braves are sending 24 million to the Padres too so not as good...basically it becomes Upton + 24 million for Quentin and Maybin (which balances salary wise), and Kimbrel for Wisler, the outfielder and the draft pick...still not terrible though

24M? Damn I don't like it anywhere near as much now. Before I was in the it makes good baseball sense even if we traded our current most marketable player. Including half of BJ's salary while takign on Quentin is terrible. Quentin was an absolute SVOD last year. -0.9 fWAR in 50 games is pathetic.

[thethe]

Where did you read we were sending money? The reports I have read says the contrary.

Yeah, I'm not seeing that either.

[Orphan Black]

Where did you read we were sending money? The reports I have read says the contrary.

I just saw it on mlbtraderumors. Haven't seen it anywhere else

[chop2chip]

If theres 3 other teams paying Justin BJS money as well then no. If you can offer the same money plus your brother for the next 3 years.. Hes going to stay in San Diego.

my point is they could offer a lot more if they didn't have BJ on the books.

[NinersSBChamps]

Oh gosh I hope Hart is sending the Padres money too. It's an awesome trade!!!

[drewdat]

My favorite is all the reactions about being excited for the season until this move. LOL. Like, if you're that fair-weather, then how are you still here?

[thethe]

Whats great is that Wisler could still use a bit more AAA seasoning. Works well to all him up next season after they find out what to do with Minor and Cahil.

Top 4 next year of Teheran/Wood/Miller/Wisler

Thats a great core to build around in the starting rotation.

[sturg33]

What's the outlook on Maybin... He's gotta be an improvement over EY and Melvin, yes?

[chop2chip]

Hate the Braves moves all you want, but they are loaded with young arms.

[Heyward]

What a great freakin trade. To unload BJ's and Kimbrel's money AND to get a top prospect and a player I like in Maybin is a great haul.

Well done John Hart

As much crap as i give you, you have mentioned trading BJ/Kimbrel together.

I was about to eat dinner, and saw on my TL on twitter BJ got traded, kinda figured Kimbrel would be traded, pretty nice haul.

[chop2chip]

24M? Damn I don't like it anywhere near as much now. Before I was in the it makes good baseball sense even if we traded our current most marketable player. Including half of BJ's salary while takign on Quentin is terrible. Quentin was an absolute SVOD last year. -0.9 fWAR in 50 games is pathetic.

They aren't sending any money.

[NinersSBChamps]

My favorite is all the reactions about being excited for the season until this move. LOL. Like, if you're that fair-weather, then how are you still here?

Anyone who was excited for this season needs to get their heads examined.