Not a thing, as far as I can tell. Obviously, others have a differing view.
What other kinds of self promotion are there? Besides, it's not like this blog is a big money maker or anything.
Anyhoo...
I am more and more intrigued by the Zambrano and Lee to San Fran for Lincecum deal. If we could get Teixiera...it makes perfect sense.
We still need a lead off hitter, but then we'd have (if it's okay with Alf) a three, four, five of Soriano, Teixiera, Ramirez...pretty strong, especially with the patient, switch hitting Tex in the middle of that. Think that there is any chance it happens? Or am I dreaming the Cub off season dream again?
There is talk of Bobby Abreu for right field -- he's a huge offensive upgrade over mendoza-dome, but I'm not sure he's the guy we need. Plus he's what? 34? 35? And he'll want three or four years.
Does Jim Hendry still covet Brian Roberts? I kind of hope not. He's not that big an upgrade, plus we'd lose Fontenot in the lineup altogether because that's his only position. DeRosa would lose playing time, too. Plus whatever you give up for the guy. Not sure he's worth all that. Thoughts?
Derrek Lowe is a free agent. He might fit well at Wrigley for a couple of years. That is, if we add starting pitching and don't stand pat. A lot less $$$ than CC will cost someone. Think of this rotation (if the San Fran deal actually happens): Lincecum, Lilly, Lowe, Harden, Marshall. Not shabby. And it allows Marquis to be dealt for a position player or bullpen help. Gives Samardzija another year in the pen to mature -- which allows for the immediate dismissal of Howry. Somebody will want him. Count on it.
I would like to see Nate McClouth in centerfield next year. The Pirates are always ready to trade someone pre-payday and he might be ripe for that. Plus, he'll be someone's starting CF for the next ten years. Hopefully, ours. I like Ichabod Pence, too, but the Astro's don't like to trade within the division very often.
Would you want Furcal at short? That would mean trading Theriot, or making him the 2b. Gives us the lead off guy we need, for sure. Thoughts? Orlando Cabrera? He's available, too. Or are you okay with Theriot at short for the next few years?
I think we need Mark Cuban to buy the team. Now. And do the Lincecum deal and the Teixiera deal. Then, get McClouth. And if nothing else happens...we're good to go for the next few years.
Shameless self promotion. Ha!
Look for the Shermrants ads during the world series.
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good morning Mr Phelps.
Are you the only person with this trade rumor? I googled it and couldn't find such talk. If so, scooping the big boys would be sweet even if you made it up. Actually might be appealing to both sides, but I think Z and DP Lee have full no trade clauses. D P Lee might be OK with the giants as he's from Sacramento. Did I mention That I sat with his Aunt and Uncle is San Fran a couple of years ago? Brushes with fame.
But I have a hard time thinking Z would go for it. (unless Barry Bonds came out of retirement as is rumored (see, I can do it too)).
Teixeira (SP?) would be nice, but we currently have a glut of good 1b men. Don't forget Hoffpauir.
Alf must move, be it down in the batting order or another zip code.
Skip Bobby Abreu. He couldn't even shine with the washed up greats of the Bronx, He's past his prime and Not the defender we have in Fukodome who needs to be given a chance to see what he can do after having a year to acclimate to the States. If he blows in the spring, then replace him.
The main upside of Brian Roberts would be forcing Alf down in the line up with out too much damage to his ego. Also steals a lot. Likely wouldn't have to worry about finding playing time for Fontenot as he would almost certainly be in the deal to Baltimore.
Pass on Furcal. Best days behind him (like Lassie) The time to get him was when we almost did. If he was a Cub in 2006, he would not have broken D Lee's wrist. (you make the connection).
You have a pattern of forgetting Pie. Remember Lou Brock. That is this kid's future, but the time it will take is up in the air.
D Lowe would depend on what other moves were made. He can Get Alf to swing at sliders and apparently other folks too, so I wouldn't oppose him.
Nate will likely be a good player, but not likely what Pie should be, and Pence is just way too fucking ugly to root for. He should be traded to Japan.
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