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    I'm a fan of Kurt. Maybe it's the eye test, but I like him. Better than spending a decent amount on Wieters.

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    Quote Originally Posted by UNCBlue012 View Post
    I'm a fan of Kurt. Maybe it's the eye test, but I like him. Better than spending a decent amount on Wieters.
    Agree. I just don't get why u don't go with recker unless you are trading recker. If Suzuki was a lefty hitter I might see it

    Agree it's noth worth fighting

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    Quote Originally Posted by Russ2dollas View Post
    Why? Can you tell me why this is better than recker?
    Because the Braves did it

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    Quote Originally Posted by Russ2dollas View Post
    Agree. I just don't get why u don't go with recker unless you are trading recker. If Suzuki was a lefty hitter I might see it

    Agree it's noth worth fighting
    He isn't much of an upgrade over Recker, especially as the backup. His only advantage is that he is a known quantity. For the cost I think it was worth it.

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    Quote Originally Posted by nsacpi View Post
    Considering how the catching market played out this off-season I think our best options were

    1) to have slightly topped the winning bid for Castro or

    2) To have slightly topped what the Astros sent to the Yankees for McCann
    We knew those were the best options before the offseason played out. If the Braves are truly looking to "compete" in 2017 then the only logical reason they didn't do what it took to acquire either of those guys is because they have plans on making a serous run at Lucroy.

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    Quote Originally Posted by sturg33 View Post
    Because the Braves did it
    The braves "did" Recker as well. How does the universe solve that conundrum?
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    Quote Originally Posted by thethe View Post
    The braves "did" Recker as well. How does the universe solve that conundrum?
    The most recent move is always the correct one.

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    I think he's a pretty likable guy. Should have a good clubhouse presence. Don't think he's known as a defensive catcher, but he's not an automatic out.

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    Quote Originally Posted by thethe View Post
    The braves "did" Recker as well. How does the universe solve that conundrum?
    If the Braves make a move... it is a great move.

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    Quote Originally Posted by thewupk View Post
    The most recent move is always the correct one.
    I'm a fan of this
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    Quote Originally Posted by Enscheff View Post
    We knew those were the best options before the offseason played out. If the Braves are truly looking to "compete" in 2017 then the only logical reason they didn't do what it took to acquire either of those guys is because they have plans on making a serous run at Lucroy.
    Yes. There were no major surprises in how the catcher market unfolded. The prices for Castro and McCann turned out to be reasonable. When you have a clear need--both short and long term--you have to be willing to pay market or even a slight overpay.

    Not so sure about Lucroy becoming a Brave. There are lots of scenarios where he doesn't. He and the Rangers could reach a deal before he ever hits the market. There are teams with deep pockets who could be in the market for a catcher next off-season: Tigers, Mets, gnats, Angels, Red Sox, Phillies.
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    Both Bowman and Rosenthal are saying this makes Recker a trade candidate. Who would possibly want him?

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    Not a bad pick-up metrics or not. He can hit a little bit. Ball in play guy. I think he's a better player than Recker.

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    I would rather have him than Castro....

    Don't want to break the bank on Weiters. The guy can't play a full season

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    Quote Originally Posted by Oklahomabrave View Post
    Both Bowman and Rosenthal are saying this makes Recker a trade candidate. Who would possibly want him?
    About to re-visit that archer deal

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    For some reason I remember him as being a not-terrible hitter, but then i looked up his stats and discovered that he actually was terrible

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    Quote Originally Posted by nsacpi View Post
    Considering how the catching market played out this off-season I think our best options were

    1) to have slightly topped the winning bid for Castro or

    2) To have slightly topped what the Astros sent to the Yankees for McCann

    I think the better play was to do neither and figure out catcher later.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Freshmaker View Post
    For some reason I remember him as being a not-terrible hitter, but then i looked up his stats and discovered that he actually was terrible
    He had a couple decent seasons

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