I like the idea of adding Winker if Nats are willing to move their rentals. He checks all the boxes: OF, LH, OBP guy. I still like the idea of adding someone with some control with all of the injuries this year. No guarantee the main 3 will be healthy next year. Not even the all-star break and they're on their 8th or 9th outfielder?
Makes no sense for the Nats to not move guys like Winker really. I'm not sure why you would look for anyone that has any control beyond this year, unless they are affordable salary wise? You still have control of Ramon Laureano for 2025 if they wish, as he still has 1 more arbitration year left yet, even control of guys like Martínez or Wall if they wish.
@@MassBoost I have no confidence in Wall or Martinez being quality options if needed for any extended period, which we're seeing now. Laureano needs to show he can perform and stay healthy for more than a few series.
@@acgonzales7 And that's fine if you have no confidence in them, as they are just options that you have which you could platoon or not. But remember it's a 2 way street too, as guys like Gavin Sheets or Ty France show to be no more valuable than Orlando Arcia due to their terrible defense, despite their above average hitting. Even with Winker, I'd still at least platoon him with Laureano or Duvall, as both hit left handers better than Winker along with both playing much better defense than Winker as well.
Why not? Short has the 2nd best OBP on the team at .345 due to his 20.0% walk rate, and has the highest career walk rate on the team, the guy just gets on base.
@@MassBoost Tauchman is a veteran (33 years old) and you can’t have him, he’s a ball player and a player the Cub fans don’t want to get rid of. Ask any Cubs fan and they will tell you he’s the guy they want to keep. He’s the kind of player who can teach the kids to be a major leaguer.
@@MassBoost who cares? I was not talking about him anyway, I was talking about Bellinger, Happ, and Suzuki. Mike Tauchman has played in MLB games since 2017 by the way, that’s 7 years. Getting back to the point, Happ, Bellinger, and Suzuki are three of the Cubs outfielders who could help the Braves and most Cubs fans would cry if they were shown the door.
@@scottemory72 I mean I guess it's hard to say who you're talking about when no names were mentioned? Tauchman has the 3rd most time played behind Happ and Bellinger this year, and Suzuki only has 2 years of service time/1283 plate appearances, which is less than Tauchman, thus Suzuki's could be not considered a vet either depending on who you're asking. But at least you're now clarifying who. But none of them really make sense, as Happ and Suzuki aren't free agents till 2027, and you likely don't want to touch Bellinger who's performance isn't great, and his metrics are even sketchier than last year, to go with his Player Options of $27.5 and $25mil over the next 2 years beyond this year.
@MassBoost he's only signed through 2026, and Acuña Jr will most likely need plenty of DH days in 2025. I feel it would only seem worth it if Springer comes through in the 24 playoffs, and Bichette signs an extension.
@@TheSonofabiscuit I mean 2026 is 2 more years beyond this year. Then there's the issue that the Braves still have a option on Ozuna for $16mil for 2025, while Springer consumes $24.1mil each of the next 2 years. Just hard to see them taking on that much salary, with the option on Ozuna which will likely be taken. Then you'd have one of Springer, Acuna, or Ozuna not playing at all times possibly. Plus Springer hasn't been overly impressive the last year and a half, slightly over average offensively last year, and below average offensively this year, and his metrics aren't great either. Just not seeing something they would ever do, especially at his price range.
@MassBoost did you completely forget my original question while you were making your own point? Never asked if they'd ever do it. No one knows what AA is going to do. Try reading slower guy lmao
@@TheSonofabiscuit I get it, but you have to think sensible from a teams perspective. You would end up with an outfielder who you don't need beyond this year, you get a shortstop that you don't know what he'll do beyond next year, and taking on both would add a significant amount of salary, and you get taxed on all that salary. You might as well try to get someone like Jesse Winker who's hitting well for the outfield, you only pay a prorated amount on his $2mil salary, and who's contract is up at the end of the year. If you still are looking to upgrade at short, call up Nacho Alvarez who likely won't be any worse than Arcia, but has a chance to be better, and he costs you next to nothing in salary. It's not like Bichette is hitting that great anyways this year with a 78 wRC+, which is even worse than Zack Short's 80 wRC+, which Short could be an option as well for the Braves. I don't see it being worth it from mine, and likely the teams perspective.
What do we think about Nolan Jones from the Rockies? He seems to have the tools that Braves FO typically likes, Rockies are in need of arms in their system, and a lot of their top prospects are OF. Think he could potentially be an everyday OF looking at his splits. But even if you wanted to platoon him you can. Doesn’t make much sense for us to get a guy with control, but Acunas knees are a concern. Could transition him into a DH once big bear is gone. If you could get him for cheap I’d say go for it
@MassBoost you are the funniest guy. I didn't say i don't like him, I'm worried about him. He has quite a few appearances in non pivotal spots. He has some good appearances in tight spots too. You always bringing up these cherry picked stats that honestly don't mean chit! Here ill cherry pick too..... 1.606 WHIP 10.9 H/9 .413 babip and ZERO HOLDS! It's the eyes. He hasn't been in real pressure yet, and the closest thing is preserving some shutouts and holds. I like his pitch mix, I like his delivery and I like that he has lowered his BBs but he really hasn't figured out keeping runners off base. I watch him and every time he gives up anything it looks like someone killed his dog. I just think when time comes he's gonna fold. I hope not, I like the guy and want him to be great! He's doing some good things! Just not sure if it'll translate to post season ball.
@@mychaelmitchell4632 I didn't say you didn't like him either. I just posted his ERA, along with his FIP and xFIP which both suggest that his ERA should be lower, not higher, and is not on the fortunate side of pitching. His 25.6% strikeout rate is good, and his 8.8% walk rate is average, so it just comes down to him having some of his hits just not being caught by the defense at an extremely unfortunate rate due to his .413 BABIP against, while his 86.3 mph exit velocity ranks towards the top in baseball in the 91st percentile. So hitters aren't squaring up on anything most of the time, but yet the defense hasn't been good enough to get to them, or just unlucky enough to where some were hit in the perfect spots. How is that cause for concern?
@MassBoost I agree he's got some really good red in there. It's just the blue is in bad areas. It's still only 30 games+/- he's appeared in so can't make the full case but a 1.60 whip for relief pitching isn't going to ever get it. That's just too many runners! I'd like to see hid overall splits for coming in with runners on and starting an inning. I'm not the greatest at savant metrics searching. I'd like to see how many times he's let inherited runners score vs starting an inning and whip for each situation
@@mychaelmitchell4632 I get that, but his higher WHIP is a product of hitters getting hits off of him, even though he doesn't allow hitters to hit the ball very hard or hit them in the air with a 57.5% ground ball rate. If it was a walk issue we could say that walks are an issue in that, but his walk rate is average. So it's a matter of unfortunate hits, most of which aren't being hit hard, and most of which are being hit on the ground. Heck Bummer has yet to even give up a single Barreled Ball all year in 28 innings, and he's only 1 of 2 to do that out of all pitchers who have faced 100 batters or more, the other is Justin Martinez of Arizona, that's impressive. His results might not be overly impressive right now, but the concern level is very low with the way hitters have hit off of him so far this year.
Jesse Winker and Kevin Pillar in my view are the perfect fit as far as the outfield help we need , both contracts are cheap neither one would cost much in terms of prospects capital , both are having good seasons with high OBP . Pillar would be more of a platoon guy along with Duvall .
@@MassBoost is that a serious question? Pillar is hitting overall 287 OBP 352 , SLG 510 , against LHP avg 393 OBP 433 SLG 696 . Now Duvall vs LHP .259/.365/.519 , Winker vs LHP .243/.345/.338. Plus you don't know what you are getting from Harris II when he comes back who is probably be having "spring training " in August and Pillar numbers against RHP .218/.303/.391 while not great are far better than Duvall´s .089/.124/.109. Duvall can't hit a basketball with a guitar if is coming from a RHP.
They are not doing Jake, don’t understand why we keep saying it , the offense is not getting it done this season , they did last year, however not this one!
Did you see his buffoonery just lately when the umps checked his glove for illegal substances down in Mexico, when he checked fine, he proceeded to tell the next batter every pitch he was throwing till that hitter laced a single. Then he stood on the pitching mound staring at the other teams manager at the end of the inning while the rest of his team went to the dugout. He's not helping his case with his actions.
As long as we upgrade from Duvall, i can handle sticking with Arcia the rest of the year. But we can't continue to run both of those guys out there every day. Having 2 automatic outs in an already inconsistent offense is killing us.
@@iangrinols4370 Duvall's just fine as long you platoon him against left handers only, as he's hitting .259/.365/.519, .883 OPS, with a 147 wRC+, and .431 xwOBA against left handers this year.
@MassBoost he was good earlier in the year against lefties. Definitely not recently. Sure, he had a double yesterday but check out his numbers overall in his last 100 atbats. He's been awful. Terrible atbats. Pop out/strikeout. That's all he does. And don't get me started about Arcia.
I want to know anyone's opinions about this question I am going to ask. My question is if the Braves upgrade in right field would this be good for the Braves. Someone that is not only a solid defender and power. Would hitting anywhere from say .270 to about. 290 that doesn't strike out a lot and a healthy amount of walks and some speed. Would that be enough to replace Acuna until he back at full strength? Will that be enough and would Braves fans? I know it would be for me. So what do you all think?
Mistake trading Iglacias! Our pitching is average as a whole. Morton is hitting batters not fooling them. Our rookie pitchers shelinbach are shakey over 5 innings . Some bullpen rehabilitation not pitching. Probably lose Fried next year. How many out fielders do you need? We need another Chris Sale and Iglacias to hold down our opponents.
I like the Jesse Winker idea. I've thought about him a lot. I also saw an article earlier saying we could trade with the Cubs for Bellinger😂😂 I'd love it but ain't gonna happen. Would be like trading for Joc in 21 kinda due to both players being former dodgers, and both are left-handed power hitters. But you already know that. My sleeper picks that I think AA could target: Hunter Strickland RP(from GA but on the Angels/history with Harper) Joc Pederson LF/DH ( I genuinely think that ATL would be willing to sacrifice the defense for the clubhouse presence. Especially considering his season stats) Eloy Jimenez LF/DH for some reason to me has just felt like the type of guy AA would target. Former well regarded prospect and honestly a LOT of similarities to Ozuna. Maybe under the right coaching he could revive his career. He would be a lot like the Jorge Soler trade but his injury history and season statistics leave a lot to be desired. Also not sure how long he has on his current contract. I know people have talked about this one a bit but it just fits too well. Luis Rengifo IF/OF Now I'm bringing up Rengifo because of his unique ability to play all over the field. I do think Arcia is more than likely THE GUY for the rest of this year and possibly the next few years but only if he picks up the pace at the plate. While SS is a more fielding first position... You CANNOT be a guaranteed out at the plate... So he is going to have a LOT to prove. Otherwise I think we see AA trade for Rengifo and potentially extend him. Depending on who he is eyeing for a free agency signing. SS is our biggest ? for the future of the lineup. I'd personally love Bo Bichette or Willy Adames but I don't see those 2 happening. Brendan Rodgers 2B/SS (kinda similar to David Fletcher. Not a lot of pop but has good bat to ball skills) Jose Siri OF (This dude hasnt had the best season but he has been pretty hot lately. He has a lot of energy and seems like a great clubhouse guy. Also played for the Astros during their playoff runs and pretty sure their 2022 world series win. So he has playoff experience. He's also very fast. So it would add some speed to a pretty slow lineup) With that said this last 1 is the least likely but I'd love it. Matt McClain SS McClain is injured currently yes I know. But I'm going to list a few reasons why I think AA COULD target him(more than likely won't) #1) the Reds are loaded up on infielders particularly SS/3B and need outfield help/pitching. I think it could be a 3 team trade type of thing like we had with Murphy. We would get McClain and he showed serious promise in his rookie season but has been bitten by the injury bug. But they have Elly de la cruz and Noelvi Marte. They have Jonathan India and Spencer Steer(yes ik he plays a little of everything). They have Cam Collier and Edwin Arroyo who will be in the bigs pretty soon. So it makes sense to move 1 or more of those pieces for other needs. No idea what that trade could look like but I don't think it's super likely anyway. #2 He is young and controllable a lot like Kelenic. #3 he's really not going to have many opportunities to play everyday unless he switches positions or if Elly switches to the outfield like I've heard rumors of. But even then... Their farm is kinda cramped on the IF. #4 there aren't many teams that will be looking for their future SS who will be competitive. Cubs- Dansby Swanson, Yankees-Anthony Volpe, Astros-Jeremy Pena, Red Sox- Vaughn Grissom(maybe?), Orioles- Gunnar Henderson, Dbacks-Blaze Alexander, Royals-Bobby Witt Jr, Pirates- Oneil Cruz, Brewers-Willy Adames. Let me know your thoughts. Don't be a jackass. It's just speculation and my personal ideas. I do not work for the Braves' front office so cut me some slack.
I'm sure they would trade Bellinger in a heartbeat. He hitting worse this year than last with a 110 wRC+, while having even worse metrics than what he had the year before which were already sketchy, plus he has 2 player options for $27.5mil and $25mil for the next 2 years, so he has every right to take those options as they are player option and not team options. The Cubs would have to pay to get rid of him. Joc is a DH only now, as his defense is worse than Ozuna's, and hasn't played in the outfield since 2022 pretty much. Who are you getting rid out of the bullpen for Hunter Strickland?
A lot of thoughts you put in their bro and possibly some could work but I like the Matt McCain idea! That would be a good get but he would need to just stay healthy as we have enough players on IL now and that’s what’s hurting us!
@@Islandman08 yeah very true. But he hasn't had any MAJOR injuries. I just think he is in a situation where when he went down other prospects got a chance and did very well. So they earned the spot.
@@MassBoost also ngl Bellinger has WAYYYY more upside than Joc did. Also WAYYY better defensively. And he might benefit from being on a contending team again. We also have a better coaching staff. And more protection in the lineup.... Ok the more I break it down the more possible it seems
Here’s a regal thought maybe the Braves should actually Draft a outfielder? The farm system is trash if you can’t call up a decent option.Snit should step down after this season.
I like the idea of adding Winker if Nats are willing to move their rentals. He checks all the boxes: OF, LH, OBP guy.
I still like the idea of adding someone with some control with all of the injuries this year. No guarantee the main 3 will be healthy next year. Not even the all-star break and they're on their 8th or 9th outfielder?
Makes no sense for the Nats to not move guys like Winker really. I'm not sure why you would look for anyone that has any control beyond this year, unless they are affordable salary wise? You still have control of Ramon Laureano for 2025 if they wish, as he still has 1 more arbitration year left yet, even control of guys like Martínez or Wall if they wish.
@@MassBoost I have no confidence in Wall or Martinez being quality options if needed for any extended period, which we're seeing now. Laureano needs to show he can perform and stay healthy for more than a few series.
@@acgonzales7 And that's fine if you have no confidence in them, as they are just options that you have which you could platoon or not. But remember it's a 2 way street too, as guys like Gavin Sheets or Ty France show to be no more valuable than Orlando Arcia due to their terrible defense, despite their above average hitting. Even with Winker, I'd still at least platoon him with Laureano or Duvall, as both hit left handers better than Winker along with both playing much better defense than Winker as well.
@@MassBoost platooning a Winker type with those 2 seems like the obvious move barring an acquisition for a true everyday RF, which I don't expect.
@@acgonzales7 I don't rule it out, but yeah, I don't really expect it either for a true everyday player.
The Braves have to get a bench bat; can’t have Luke Williams or Zack Short pitching hitting with game on the line against top relief arms.
Why not? Short has the 2nd best OBP on the team at .345 due to his 20.0% walk rate, and has the highest career walk rate on the team, the guy just gets on base.
The Cubs have three veteran outfielders you can have 😊
Mike Tauchman's a veteran?
@@MassBoost Tauchman is a veteran (33 years old) and you can’t have him, he’s a ball player and a player the Cub fans don’t want to get rid of. Ask any Cubs fan and they will tell you he’s the guy they want to keep. He’s the kind of player who can teach the kids to be a major leaguer.
@@scottemory72 He's a guy that's had less than 4 years of service time, it's like calling Sean Kazmar a veteran.
@@MassBoost who cares? I was not talking about him anyway, I was talking about Bellinger, Happ, and Suzuki. Mike Tauchman has played in MLB games since 2017 by the way, that’s 7 years. Getting back to the point, Happ, Bellinger, and Suzuki are three of the Cubs outfielders who could help the Braves and most Cubs fans would cry if they were shown the door.
@@scottemory72 I mean I guess it's hard to say who you're talking about when no names were mentioned? Tauchman has the 3rd most time played behind Happ and Bellinger this year, and Suzuki only has 2 years of service time/1283 plate appearances, which is less than Tauchman, thus Suzuki's could be not considered a vet either depending on who you're asking. But at least you're now clarifying who. But none of them really make sense, as Happ and Suzuki aren't free agents till 2027, and you likely don't want to touch Bellinger who's performance isn't great, and his metrics are even sketchier than last year, to go with his Player Options of $27.5 and $25mil over the next 2 years beyond this year.
If Bo Bichette were available, would it be worth taking on a chunk of George Springers contract with him in a trade?
What would you do with Springer for 2025 and beyond when you have Acuna, Harris, and Kelenic?
@MassBoost he's only signed through 2026, and Acuña Jr will most likely need plenty of DH days in 2025. I feel it would only seem worth it if Springer comes through in the 24 playoffs, and Bichette signs an extension.
@@TheSonofabiscuit I mean 2026 is 2 more years beyond this year. Then there's the issue that the Braves still have a option on Ozuna for $16mil for 2025, while Springer consumes $24.1mil each of the next 2 years. Just hard to see them taking on that much salary, with the option on Ozuna which will likely be taken. Then you'd have one of Springer, Acuna, or Ozuna not playing at all times possibly. Plus Springer hasn't been overly impressive the last year and a half, slightly over average offensively last year, and below average offensively this year, and his metrics aren't great either. Just not seeing something they would ever do, especially at his price range.
@MassBoost did you completely forget my original question while you were making your own point?
Never asked if they'd ever do it. No one knows what AA is going to do.
Try reading slower guy lmao
@@TheSonofabiscuit I get it, but you have to think sensible from a teams perspective. You would end up with an outfielder who you don't need beyond this year, you get a shortstop that you don't know what he'll do beyond next year, and taking on both would add a significant amount of salary, and you get taxed on all that salary. You might as well try to get someone like Jesse Winker who's hitting well for the outfield, you only pay a prorated amount on his $2mil salary, and who's contract is up at the end of the year. If you still are looking to upgrade at short, call up Nacho Alvarez who likely won't be any worse than Arcia, but has a chance to be better, and he costs you next to nothing in salary. It's not like Bichette is hitting that great anyways this year with a 78 wRC+, which is even worse than Zack Short's 80 wRC+, which Short could be an option as well for the Braves. I don't see it being worth it from mine, and likely the teams perspective.
What do we think about Nolan Jones from the Rockies? He seems to have the tools that Braves FO typically likes, Rockies are in need of arms in their system, and a lot of their top prospects are OF. Think he could potentially be an everyday OF looking at his splits. But even if you wanted to platoon him you can. Doesn’t make much sense for us to get a guy with control, but Acunas knees are a concern. Could transition him into a DH once big bear is gone. If you could get him for cheap I’d say go for it
Off topic, im worried about bummer. He's actually ruined 3 shutouts now. He just isn't a lockdown guy
Why, because he has a 3.86 ERA, 2.62 FIP, and 2.87 xFIP?
@MassBoost you are the funniest guy. I didn't say i don't like him, I'm worried about him. He has quite a few appearances in non pivotal spots. He has some good appearances in tight spots too. You always bringing up these cherry picked stats that honestly don't mean chit! Here ill cherry pick too..... 1.606 WHIP 10.9 H/9 .413 babip and ZERO HOLDS! It's the eyes. He hasn't been in real pressure yet, and the closest thing is preserving some shutouts and holds. I like his pitch mix, I like his delivery and I like that he has lowered his BBs but he really hasn't figured out keeping runners off base. I watch him and every time he gives up anything it looks like someone killed his dog. I just think when time comes he's gonna fold. I hope not, I like the guy and want him to be great! He's doing some good things! Just not sure if it'll translate to post season ball.
@@mychaelmitchell4632 I didn't say you didn't like him either. I just posted his ERA, along with his FIP and xFIP which both suggest that his ERA should be lower, not higher, and is not on the fortunate side of pitching. His 25.6% strikeout rate is good, and his 8.8% walk rate is average, so it just comes down to him having some of his hits just not being caught by the defense at an extremely unfortunate rate due to his .413 BABIP against, while his 86.3 mph exit velocity ranks towards the top in baseball in the 91st percentile. So hitters aren't squaring up on anything most of the time, but yet the defense hasn't been good enough to get to them, or just unlucky enough to where some were hit in the perfect spots. How is that cause for concern?
@MassBoost I agree he's got some really good red in there. It's just the blue is in bad areas. It's still only 30 games+/- he's appeared in so can't make the full case but a 1.60 whip for relief pitching isn't going to ever get it. That's just too many runners! I'd like to see hid overall splits for coming in with runners on and starting an inning. I'm not the greatest at savant metrics searching. I'd like to see how many times he's let inherited runners score vs starting an inning and whip for each situation
@@mychaelmitchell4632 I get that, but his higher WHIP is a product of hitters getting hits off of him, even though he doesn't allow hitters to hit the ball very hard or hit them in the air with a 57.5% ground ball rate. If it was a walk issue we could say that walks are an issue in that, but his walk rate is average. So it's a matter of unfortunate hits, most of which aren't being hit hard, and most of which are being hit on the ground. Heck Bummer has yet to even give up a single Barreled Ball all year in 28 innings, and he's only 1 of 2 to do that out of all pitchers who have faced 100 batters or more, the other is Justin Martinez of Arizona, that's impressive. His results might not be overly impressive right now, but the concern level is very low with the way hitters have hit off of him so far this year.
Jesse Winker and Kevin Pillar in my view are the perfect fit as far as the outfield help we need , both contracts are cheap neither one would cost much in terms of prospects capital , both are having good seasons with high OBP . Pillar would be more of a platoon guy along with Duvall .
Braves already have Duvall who is hitting well against left handers, so what use would Pillar be?
@@MassBoost is that a serious question? Pillar is hitting overall 287 OBP 352 , SLG 510 , against LHP avg 393 OBP 433 SLG 696 . Now Duvall vs LHP .259/.365/.519 , Winker vs LHP .243/.345/.338. Plus you don't know what you are getting from Harris II when he comes back who is probably be having "spring training " in August and Pillar numbers against RHP .218/.303/.391 while not great are far better than Duvall´s .089/.124/.109. Duvall can't hit a basketball with a guitar if is coming from a RHP.
Who would close for us?
They are not doing Jake, don’t understand why we keep saying it , the offense is not getting it done this season , they did last year, however not this one!
Another question comes to mind would anyone still want to give Trevor Bauer a chance even though Snit doesn't want him?
Did you see his buffoonery just lately when the umps checked his glove for illegal substances down in Mexico, when he checked fine, he proceeded to tell the next batter every pitch he was throwing till that hitter laced a single. Then he stood on the pitching mound staring at the other teams manager at the end of the inning while the rest of his team went to the dugout. He's not helping his case with his actions.
Just wondering what the fans thought
Lane Thomas!!! He knocks in Truist
I don’t think the Nats would trade him to Atl😂
@@samright4661 you are probably correct, unfortunately 😕
I think the Braves should try to trade for Aroldis Chapman our bullpen would be unstoppable
Chapman is a disaster waiting to happen
He has the same ERA as Aaron Bummer, but with worse metrics.
As long as we upgrade from Duvall, i can handle sticking with Arcia the rest of the year. But we can't continue to run both of those guys out there every day. Having 2 automatic outs in an already inconsistent offense is killing us.
Didn't Duvall hit a double and drive in a run yesterday?
@MassBoost stop being weird, dude. Duvall is terrible. Even a broken clock is right twice a day. Find a different hobby other then being a troll 🧌
@MassBoost Go ahead Boost, tell us all how awesome Duvall is. Can't wait to hear it. I bet you think Arcia has been great offensively too
@@iangrinols4370 Duvall's just fine as long you platoon him against left handers only, as he's hitting .259/.365/.519, .883 OPS, with a 147 wRC+, and .431 xwOBA against left handers this year.
@MassBoost he was good earlier in the year against lefties. Definitely not recently. Sure, he had a double yesterday but check out his numbers overall in his last 100 atbats. He's been awful. Terrible atbats. Pop out/strikeout. That's all he does. And don't get me started about Arcia.
I want to know anyone's opinions about this question I am going to ask. My question is if the Braves upgrade in right field would this be good for the Braves. Someone that is not only a solid defender and power. Would hitting anywhere from say .270 to about. 290 that doesn't strike out a lot and a healthy amount of walks and some speed. Would that be enough to replace Acuna until he back at full strength? Will that be enough and would Braves fans? I know it would be for me. So what do you all think?
I’m sorry, but many of our hitters aren’t hitting in th clutch, and striking out at an alarming rate, on pace for over 1,400 times this season!
That is the key having Arcia and Duvall back to back is almost a guaranteed wasted inning. However you keep Arcia plainly fit his defense
Didn't Duvall hit a double and drive in a run yesterday?
Winker has an injury history that I am not happy about
Good thing he would be a platoon player then with Duvall.
Bring back Joc Pederson
Mistake trading Iglacias! Our pitching is average as a whole. Morton is hitting batters not fooling them. Our rookie pitchers shelinbach are shakey over 5 innings . Some bullpen rehabilitation not pitching. Probably lose Fried next year. How many out fielders do you need? We need another Chris Sale and Iglacias to hold down our opponents.
Actually the Brave pitching is top 5 as a whole. 5th in ERA, 2nd in both FIP and xFIP, and 4th in fWAR.
Schellenbacher will be the #4 pitcher above Morton
I like the Jesse Winker idea. I've thought about him a lot. I also saw an article earlier saying we could trade with the Cubs for Bellinger😂😂 I'd love it but ain't gonna happen. Would be like trading for Joc in 21 kinda due to both players being former dodgers, and both are left-handed power hitters. But you already know that. My sleeper picks that I think AA could target:
Hunter Strickland RP(from GA but on the Angels/history with Harper)
Joc Pederson LF/DH ( I genuinely think that ATL would be willing to sacrifice the defense for the clubhouse presence. Especially considering his season stats)
Eloy Jimenez LF/DH for some reason to me has just felt like the type of guy AA would target. Former well regarded prospect and honestly a LOT of similarities to Ozuna. Maybe under the right coaching he could revive his career. He would be a lot like the Jorge Soler trade but his injury history and season statistics leave a lot to be desired. Also not sure how long he has on his current contract.
I know people have talked about this one a bit but it just fits too well.
Luis Rengifo IF/OF Now I'm bringing up Rengifo because of his unique ability to play all over the field. I do think Arcia is more than likely THE GUY for the rest of this year and possibly the next few years but only if he picks up the pace at the plate. While SS is a more fielding first position... You CANNOT be a guaranteed out at the plate... So he is going to have a LOT to prove. Otherwise I think we see AA trade for Rengifo and potentially extend him. Depending on who he is eyeing for a free agency signing. SS is our biggest ? for the future of the lineup. I'd personally love Bo Bichette or Willy Adames but I don't see those 2 happening.
Brendan Rodgers 2B/SS (kinda similar to David Fletcher. Not a lot of pop but has good bat to ball skills)
Jose Siri OF (This dude hasnt had the best season but he has been pretty hot lately. He has a lot of energy and seems like a great clubhouse guy. Also played for the Astros during their playoff runs and pretty sure their 2022 world series win. So he has playoff experience. He's also very fast. So it would add some speed to a pretty slow lineup)
With that said this last 1 is the least likely but I'd love it.
Matt McClain SS
McClain is injured currently yes I know. But I'm going to list a few reasons why I think AA COULD target him(more than likely won't) #1) the Reds are loaded up on infielders particularly SS/3B and need outfield help/pitching. I think it could be a 3 team trade type of thing like we had with Murphy. We would get McClain and he showed serious promise in his rookie season but has been bitten by the injury bug. But they have Elly de la cruz and Noelvi Marte. They have Jonathan India and Spencer Steer(yes ik he plays a little of everything). They have Cam Collier and Edwin Arroyo who will be in the bigs pretty soon. So it makes sense to move 1 or more of those pieces for other needs. No idea what that trade could look like but I don't think it's super likely anyway. #2 He is young and controllable a lot like Kelenic. #3 he's really not going to have many opportunities to play everyday unless he switches positions or if Elly switches to the outfield like I've heard rumors of. But even then... Their farm is kinda cramped on the IF. #4 there aren't many teams that will be looking for their future SS who will be competitive. Cubs- Dansby Swanson, Yankees-Anthony Volpe, Astros-Jeremy Pena, Red Sox- Vaughn Grissom(maybe?), Orioles- Gunnar Henderson, Dbacks-Blaze Alexander, Royals-Bobby Witt Jr, Pirates- Oneil Cruz, Brewers-Willy Adames. Let me know your thoughts. Don't be a jackass. It's just speculation and my personal ideas. I do not work for the Braves' front office so cut me some slack.
I'm sure they would trade Bellinger in a heartbeat. He hitting worse this year than last with a 110 wRC+, while having even worse metrics than what he had the year before which were already sketchy, plus he has 2 player options for $27.5mil and $25mil for the next 2 years, so he has every right to take those options as they are player option and not team options. The Cubs would have to pay to get rid of him. Joc is a DH only now, as his defense is worse than Ozuna's, and hasn't played in the outfield since 2022 pretty much.
Who are you getting rid out of the bullpen for Hunter Strickland?
A lot of thoughts you put in their bro and possibly some could work but I like the Matt McCain idea! That would be a good get but he would need to just stay healthy as we have enough players on IL now and that’s what’s hurting us!
@@MassBoost honestly no idea. I just saw rumors that AA was looking for either a SP or a RP and I figured hed be a good fit
@@Islandman08 yeah very true. But he hasn't had any MAJOR injuries. I just think he is in a situation where when he went down other prospects got a chance and did very well. So they earned the spot.
@@MassBoost also ngl Bellinger has WAYYYY more upside than Joc did. Also WAYYY better defensively. And he might benefit from being on a contending team again. We also have a better coaching staff. And more protection in the lineup.... Ok the more I break it down the more possible it seems
Here’s a regal thought maybe the Braves should actually Draft a outfielder? The farm system is trash if you can’t call up a decent option.Snit should step down after this season.
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