My base question about spin rate is whether it's especially useful in its own right or whether it's a secondary measure that stands in for things like movement or rise? Does it give us anything more than simply charting how much to expect pitches to move and maybe giving you an idea of when a pitcher is not at his own baseline? The second meaning a change in spin rate for a particular player could suggest injury or a loss of mechanics.
Still think Merrifield/Soto are reasonable targets for Atlanta if KC is reasonable.
I'm a little concerned about the OF at the moment too.
Jaw (07-26-2019)
Mets target Padres, Braves for Thor trade: https://nypost.com/2019/07/26/mets-t...ergaard-trade/
Jaw (07-26-2019)
Mark Feinsand of MLB.com: The Royals could be getting closer to trading Jake Diekman, according to a source. The Dodgers and Braves are believed to be two clubs showing serious interest in the lefty reliever.
Jaw (07-26-2019)
For Thor I would bid aggressively. Give the Mets the choice of any two of Anderson, Fried, Riley, Muller, Wilson, Wright. Plus a lesser third piece. But I think the Twins will top what we're willing to do.
I would NOT offer them Pache or Waters.
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Jaw (07-26-2019)
I think a RH bat that is currently performing in MLB vs LHP still makes sense. I think getting one cheaply is the primary concern, but I think there is another year on Soto. He makes sense. So does someone like Hunter Renfroe. At a small price.
Merrifield is a pretty versatile, high-end player. he makes sense as a big piece, but only if his value is discounted to account for decline. I think it's unlikely the Royals and Braves would match up on him.
Merrifield has played all three OF, 1B, 3B, and 2B. Seems to be plus defender at LF/2B. Average-ish at CF/RF/3B.
That NY post article mentions that the Mets want a big league starter now even if it is a #3 or #4, then a few top prospects
Would a deal like this get it done..?
Braves get Thor and Diaz
Mets get Teheran, Anderson, Wright, Allard
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This is the Mutts so there may be a chance though.
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