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    Quote Originally Posted by Horsehide Harry View Post
    So far, things are going about like I thought they would with a slight adjustment upwards for the unexpected development of Acuna into a 21 YO MVP candidate and Albies as a 22 YO All-Star, unexpectedly signed to super team friendly long term deals.

    Having FF now makes the Braves a likely division winner. But having him doesn't make the Braves have a legit WS type rotation or a playoff caliber pen.

    Again, FF is a great player - now and prior to now. That's why he would have brought a great return.

    However, he's a month away from being 30. And the Braves are unlikely to be a serious WS threat, at least in 2019, due to pitching shortfalls. Is it fun watching FF? Of course. Is it fun watching the team win individual games to the tune of 90+ in a season instead of finishing at or below .500? Again, of course.

    If a team with Freeman on it wins a WS, or even gets to a WS, then keeping Freeman was probably the best move.

    Is the goal to win a WS championship and create a long term window of opportunity? If yes, then trading Freeman back when I said still makes sense assuming a great return and assuming the Braves fall short of critical mass necessary to truly be great, as opposed to good while Freeman is in his prime under contract.
    LOL, you just can't help yourself.

    Not trading Freeman was perfectly acceptable, and no amount of micro paragraphs will make you any less wrong. You can probably just drop it now...maybe?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Enscheff View Post
    LOL, you just can't help yourself.

    Not trading Freeman was perfectly acceptable, and no amount of micro paragraphs will make you any less wrong. You can probably just drop it now...maybe?
    I was asked about it. I replied. I've never said not trading FF wasn't acceptable. I've said it likely wasn't optimal. I've seen nothing yet to change my mind.

    I DIDN'T bring it up.

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    Hope you’re feeling better soon, rico

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    Quote Originally Posted by salmagundy View Post
    Rico--

    A little over 6 years ago you came to Sports Boards and asked that I join you here. You asked several others and 4 came here. 1 to the chagrin of Enscheff and the other 2 stayed only a short time.

    I've been back here for almost a year now. Please get well soon and don't leave us here with out your great inputs Thank for inviting me and for all you've done to make this board what it is today.
    This made me emotional. What the hell. Good stuff, man.

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    Quote Originally Posted by UNCBlue012 View Post
    This made me emotional. What the hell. Good stuff, man.
    ditto this

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    Some of ya’ll need more testosterone.

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    Any update here ? Continuing thoughts and Knee Mail!

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    Quote Originally Posted by nsacpi View Post
    and he's never tested positive for PEDs
    Keep believing that.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Horsehide Harry View Post
    I blame the Braves bullpen

    Get well Rico
    Had ****ty cable where I was, and the first game I saw after I got sick was that abomination that wasted the Camargo pinch homer. Don't know if I relapsed or just got sick of the bullpen. Both of us have bounced back somewhat.

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    I'm so happy that you are out of the hospital and in home care. Better food, more relaxation, and good Braves TV. Work as hard on getting well as you have done making this board a proud Braves site.
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    Of course you wait until the minor league regular season is over to get better. I really hope you plan your next illness in the off season. Jeez.


    Glad to have you back. Community definitely missed you.
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    Welcome back Rico!! We missed you 'round these parts

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    Welcome back Rico!
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    As a mostly lurker, missed your minor league updates. Glad you’re doing better!

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    Welcome back...we now expect a detailed breakdown of our top 30 prospects seasons
    Get off my lawn!

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    Quote Originally Posted by bravesfanforlife88 View Post
    Welcome back...we now expect a detailed breakdown of our top 30 prospects seasons
    Me too. Who's posting one?

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    Keep this thread pinned. I will want to return to it from time to time for ego boost.

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    Rico my dude. Welcome back and you are no longer allowed to depart the premises!

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    Quote Originally Posted by rico43 View Post
    Keep this thread pinned. I will want to return to it from time to time for ego boost.
    Make sure you have your e-sharpie in hand just in case.
    Forever Fredi


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