mfree80 (03-17-2016)
I mean they did bring Lester in... There was never a real chance obviously but they wouldn't just fly someone down for an interview if they weren't serious. If we were closer to competing I have no doubt there would have been a competitive offer. Our guys aren't stupid. They know how important a dominate 1-2 punch is. If Teheran does turn the corner, another Ace plus our young powerful offense would be huge. Not to mention we should have tons of money.
I agree, I didn't like re-signing him as at best he'll be okay or so-so but won't bring back anything much in a trade due to failing too often in recent years. A contender is not going to give up much for someone with that track record. So IMO that money could've been better spent on another veteran reliever that could become a better trade chip.
That said, John Hart is one of Jim Johnson's biggest fans so that might be why we brought him back.
Last edited by Braves1976; 03-17-2016 at 08:50 PM.