Shields is negative value in the overall trade. They would love nothing more then to clear him. Teheran, Folty, Inciarte, Albies would never happen for just Sale. Then if you add Shields then the White Sox are going to get less back for Sale
As much as Sale is a big upgrade over Teheran I can't really see the point in dealing Albies, Mallex and probably one other high end SP prospect just to upgrade from Sale to Teheran. If you're giving up just prospects then yes because it's a drastic upgrade to the major league roster but if...
The negative reports about Jackson have been well known. This clearly is just a lottery ticket for two guys that didn't fit in our plans. Povse could be solid but again he won't be in our rotation long term over our higher end guys. Chances are Jackson doesn't work out but he has enormous...
Why is a trade for sale just about 2017? He's under control for 3 seasons. Even if this year is a bit early how often do you have a chance to land someone like him?
Acuna could be our next elite prospect. I think by this time next year he will be our top position prospect. I know he had limited time at Rome due to the injury but I hope he starts at High A