2013 Hot Stove & Capella's Fabulous Cornhole Thread (2 Viewers)

[FDAS]

Medlen exited his start and going for an MRI on elbow tomorrow.

yeah didnt look good. threw a pitch and ran right off the field. heres a .gif

You call that running?

Compared to 40 year old fat guys, yes.

 

[Don Quixote]

And Beachy left his start early today. Not a good couple of days for Braves pitchers.

 

[Eephus]

And Beachy left his start early today. Not a good couple of days for Braves pitchers.

Very good couple of days for Ervin Santana

 

[dparker713]

And Beachy left his start early today. Not a good couple of days for Braves pitchers.

Very good couple of days for Ervin Santana

Braves are basically a small market team at this point. I doubt they're in on Santana regardless of injuries.

 

[Eephus]

And Beachy left his start early today. Not a good couple of days for Braves pitchers.

Very good couple of days for Ervin Santana

Braves are basically a small market team at this point. I doubt they're in on Santana regardless of injuries.

Maybe so but they're a team built to contend now and have lost 3/5ths of their projected rotation since the start of camp. Gavin Floyd's return is no sure thing either.

 

[shadyridr]

Medlen has ligament damage. Tough news

 

[shadyridr]

And Beachy left his start early today. Not a good couple of days for Braves pitchers.

Very good couple of days for Ervin Santana

Braves are basically a small market team at this point. I doubt they're in on Santana regardless of injuries.

just like kershaws hip surgery another great call

 

[shadyridr]

Braves signed RHP Ervin Santana to a one-year, $14.1 million contract.
CBS Sports' Jon Heyman reported the contract terms, which matches the qualifying offer he received from the Royals. As of a few days ago, the Orioles and Blue Jays were considered the favorites to sign Santana, but injuries to Kris Medlen (forearm) and Brandon Beachy (elbow) pushed the Braves to make a deal. The good news is that Santana has a much better chance of retaining his fantasy value in Atlanta as opposed to the hitter-friendly ballparks of the American League East. The Braves will give up their first-round pick in order to sign him.

 

[TobiasFunke]

Braves signed RHP Ervin Santana to a one-year, $14.1 million contract.
CBS Sports' Jon Heyman reported the contract terms, which matches the qualifying offer he received from the Royals. As of a few days ago, the Orioles and Blue Jays were considered the favorites to sign Santana, but injuries to Kris Medlen (forearm) and Brandon Beachy (elbow) pushed the Braves to make a deal. The good news is that Santana has a much better chance of retaining his fantasy value in Atlanta as opposed to the hitter-friendly ballparks of the American League East. The Braves will give up their first-round pick in order to sign him.

Obvious move for the Braves. Obvious downgrade from Medlen/Beachy, but he should put up decent numbers for fantasy in the NL East, which has many terrible offenses and relatively pitcher-friendly ballparks.

Also another indicator of how ####ed up the new free agency rules are. The better teams give up less to sign free agents than the mediocre teams because the draft pick they sacrifice is less valuable. They really need to overhaul that rule.

 

[rodg12]

Gardner got a freaking steal in NL LABR.

 

[guru_007]

2nd TJ surgery for Medlan coming up

 

[Doctor Detroit]

K-Rod meets a cactus

 

[dparker713]

And Beachy left his start early today. Not a good couple of days for Braves pitchers.

Very good couple of days for Ervin Santana

Braves are basically a small market team at this point. I doubt they're in on Santana regardless of injuries.

just like kershaws hip surgery another great call

I'd respond with something you wrote, but you've never made any impression upon me whatsoever.

 

[Limp Ditka]

And Beachy left his start early today. Not a good couple of days for Braves pitchers.

Very good couple of days for Ervin Santana

Braves are basically a small market team at this point. I doubt they're in on Santana regardless of injuries.

just like kershaws hip surgery another great call

I'd respond with something you wrote, but you've never made any impression upon me whatsoever.

you're a clown

 

[the moops]

And Beachy left his start early today. Not a good couple of days for Braves pitchers.

Very good couple of days for Ervin Santana

Braves are basically a small market team at this point. I doubt they're in on Santana regardless of injuries.

just like kershaws hip surgery another great call

I'd respond with something you wrote, but you've never made any impression upon me whatsoever.

he just burned you Tobias. how's it feel?

 

[Notorious T.R.E.]

2nd TJ surgery for Medlan coming up

Crying on the radio about it is a bad look.

 

[Hilts]

And Beachy left his start early today. Not a good couple of days for Braves pitchers.

Very good couple of days for Ervin Santana

Braves are basically a small market team at this point. I doubt they're in on Santana regardless of injuries.

just like kershaws hip surgery another great call

I'd respond with something you wrote, but you've never made any impression upon me whatsoever.

http://i1.kym-cdn.com/entries/icons/original/000/011/848/cold.jpg

 

[Hilts]

Oakland A's fans are trolling everyone.

http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/awards/y2014/faceofmlb/

They're voting currently on the face of mlb. Each team had one player get nominated. For whatever reason, Sogard got nominated as the face of Oakland. He beat Anthony Rizzo, Troy Tulowitzki, Buster Posey, and is now crushing Jose Bautista 67%-33% to make it to the finals.

That's awesome. He will crush Wright as well. It's the glasses.

No way Wright won this fair and square..... you darn well know MLB stepped in on this one.

https://twitter.com/BrianEJ/status/439432298862104577/photo/1

A) Probably reasonable explanation, like east coasters tweeting before starting work (though another graph shows a huge last minute influx of voting from Korea area as Wright was down by around 100k votes in the last hour or so).

B) This doesn't really matter at all and I can't imagine anyone benefiting from this either way. Comical to think anyone would actually go out of their way to rig this.

Still fun conspiracy theory.

 

[Yankee23Fan]

Finished my draft too early. .. This season needs to start.

 

[Eephus]

FOX Sports’ Ken Rosenthal reports that the Royals have agreed to a minor league deal with veteran right-hander Brett Tomko. This confirms a report from John Walk of the York Dispatch.Tomko turns 41 in April and hasn’t pitched in the majors since 2011 as a member of the Rangers, but he was reportedly throwing in the 90-93 mph during winter ball in the Dominican Republic and planned to audition for teams at the end of January. He’ll receive a salary of $510,000 if he makes it back to the majors.

 

[shadyridr]

So is this Yordana Ventura the real deal?

 

[Mr. Pickles]

Tomko. Can you feel the excitement?

 

[boubucarow]

It is looking very likely that Olt will be the opening day starter at 3B for the Cubs. He has been held back this spring by a sore shoulder but should start playing 3B soon. That leaves Bonifacio and Valbuena to steal (eliminate?) at bats from Barney at 2B. Bonifacio appears to in line for a fairly significant role this year.

It also indicates that Baez is more likely to break in at 2B this summer unless Olt falters.

 

[dparker713]

It is looking very likely that Olt will be the opening day starter at 3B for the Cubs. He has been held back this spring by a sore shoulder but should start playing 3B soon. That leaves Bonifacio and Valbuena to steal (eliminate?) at bats from Barney at 2B. Bonifacio appears to in line for a fairly significant role this year.

It also indicates that Baez is more likely to break in at 2B this summer unless Olt falters.

Cubs have quite a potential logjam when you include Alacantara and Bryant in the mix.

 

[Limp Ditka]

Monday will be Braves Day at Dr James Andrews' office

 

[TobiasFunke]

Monday will be Braves Day at Dr James Andrew's office

What a mess. Latest definitely sounds like another TJ for Beachy too.

 

[Brady Marino]

It is looking very likely that Olt will be the opening day starter at 3B for the Cubs. He has been held back this spring by a sore shoulder but should start playing 3B soon. That leaves Bonifacio and Valbuena to steal (eliminate?) at bats from Barney at 2B. Bonifacio appears to in line for a fairly significant role this year.

It also indicates that Baez is more likely to break in at 2B this summer unless Olt falters.

Cubs have quite a potential logjam when you include Alacantara and Bryant in the mix.

That's fueled speculation that Bryant may be in the OF just because of that logjam, not necessarily because he can't handle 3B (jury is still out).

 

[Wrigley]

It is looking very likely that Olt will be the opening day starter at 3B for the Cubs. He has been held back this spring by a sore shoulder but should start playing 3B soon. That leaves Bonifacio and Valbuena to steal (eliminate?) at bats from Barney at 2B. Bonifacio appears to in line for a fairly significant role this year.

It also indicates that Baez is more likely to break in at 2B this summer unless Olt falters.

Cubs have quite a potential logjam when you include Alacantara and Bryant in the mix.

That's fueled speculation that Bryant may be in the OF just because of that logjam, not necessarily because he can't handle 3B (jury is still out).

I'm hoping Olt runs with it this year.

Weak market for 3B out there right now

:tradebait:

 

[Eephus]

It is looking very likely that Olt will be the opening day starter at 3B for the Cubs. He has been held back this spring by a sore shoulder but should start playing 3B soon. That leaves Bonifacio and Valbuena to steal (eliminate?) at bats from Barney at 2B. Bonifacio appears to in line for a fairly significant role this year.

It also indicates that Baez is more likely to break in at 2B this summer unless Olt falters.

Cubs have quite a potential logjam when you include Alacantara and Bryant in the mix.

That's fueled speculation that Bryant may be in the OF just because of that logjam, not necessarily because he can't handle 3B (jury is still out).

I'm not on the Olt 3B bandwagon. He hasn't been playing the position in ST games and there have always been questions about whether he can handle the position defensively. While he does have 3 Cactus League HRs, he also has 7 SOs in 21 PAs. He has options remaining while Valbuena and Murphy don't.

 

[Long Ball Larry]

FOX Sports’ Ken Rosenthal reports that the Royals have agreed to a minor league deal with veteran right-hander Brett Tomko. This confirms a report from John Walk of the York Dispatch.Tomko turns 41 in April and hasn’t pitched in the majors since 2011 as a member of the Rangers, but he was reportedly throwing in the 90-93 mph during winter ball in the Dominican Republic and planned to audition for teams at the end of January. He’ll receive a salary of $510,000 if he makes it back to the majors.

wow. another ride on the BT Express.

 

[boubucarow]

It is looking very likely that Olt will be the opening day starter at 3B for the Cubs. He has been held back this spring by a sore shoulder but should start playing 3B soon. That leaves Bonifacio and Valbuena to steal (eliminate?) at bats from Barney at 2B. Bonifacio appears to in line for a fairly significant role this year.

It also indicates that Baez is more likely to break in at 2B this summer unless Olt falters.

Cubs have quite a potential logjam when you include Alacantara and Bryant in the mix.

That's fueled speculation that Bryant may be in the OF just because of that logjam, not necessarily because he can't handle 3B (jury is still out).

I'm not on the Olt 3B bandwagon. He hasn't been playing the position in ST games and there have always been questions about whether he can handle the position defensively. While he does have 3 Cactus League HRs, he also has 7 SOs in 21 PAs. He has options remaining while Valbuena and Murphy don't.

Olt hasn't been playing 3B because of a sore shoulder and will be playing 3B soon. The reports on his defense are curious. I have seen everything from plus defender to possible liability. Valbuena is a solid 3B and questionable at 2B so who is at 3B opening day probably depends on Olt's defense. Assuming the eye issues are in the past, I think Valbuena is Olt's offensive floor this year. As for Murphy, he isn't keeping anybody off the roster.

As for the logjam, Olt will given the chance to prove he is an everyday 3B or a backup CI going forward. He is a cheap asset through his prime. Baez will up first this summer probably at 2B. Alcantara and Bryant I think are likely September call ups who are opening day players next year.

As to where everybody is playing next year, I have no clue. Castro is the SS but Baez could be at 2B or 3B, Olt could be 3B or backup, Alcantara could be 2B or UT, and Bryant could be 3B or OF. From what I have seen and read, I think it is optimistic to think Bryant is a 3B long term.

 

[Brady Marino]

Tend to agree on Bryant being a 3B. For sure, that's where his best value is.

In sadder news, Braves SP Brandon Beachy may also need his 2nd TJ surgery. Medlen and Beachy both. Good heavens.

 

[Wrigley]

In other news.

Friend of mine throws batting practice for the White Sox....Ventura has designated him the guy who gets to make the calls on instant replay challenges.

movin on up

 

[Annyong]

In other news.

Friend of mine throws batting practice for the White Sox....Ventura has designated him the guy who gets to make the calls on instant replay challenges.

movin on up

Awesome

 

[dparker713]

It is looking very likely that Olt will be the opening day starter at 3B for the Cubs. He has been held back this spring by a sore shoulder but should start playing 3B soon. That leaves Bonifacio and Valbuena to steal (eliminate?) at bats from Barney at 2B. Bonifacio appears to in line for a fairly significant role this year.

It also indicates that Baez is more likely to break in at 2B this summer unless Olt falters.

Cubs have quite a potential logjam when you include Alacantara and Bryant in the mix.

That's fueled speculation that Bryant may be in the OF just because of that logjam, not necessarily because he can't handle 3B (jury is still out).

I'm not on the Olt 3B bandwagon. He hasn't been playing the position in ST games and there have always been questions about whether he can handle the position defensively. While he does have 3 Cactus League HRs, he also has 7 SOs in 21 PAs. He has options remaining while Valbuena and Murphy don't.

Olt hasn't been playing 3B because of a sore shoulder and will be playing 3B soon. The reports on his defense are curious. I have seen everything from plus defender to possible liability. Valbuena is a solid 3B and questionable at 2B so who is at 3B opening day probably depends on Olt's defense. Assuming the eye issues are in the past, I think Valbuena is Olt's offensive floor this year. As for Murphy, he isn't keeping anybody off the roster.

As for the logjam, Olt will given the chance to prove he is an everyday 3B or a backup CI going forward. He is a cheap asset through his prime. Baez will up first this summer probably at 2B. Alcantara and Bryant I think are likely September call ups who are opening day players next year.

As to where everybody is playing next year, I have no clue. Castro is the SS but Baez could be at 2B or 3B, Olt could be 3B or backup, Alcantara could be 2B or UT, and Bryant could be 3B or OF. From what I have seen and read, I think it is optimistic to think Bryant is a 3B long term.

It's probably optimistic to think Castro is locked into SS long term.

 

[Eephus]

It is looking very likely that Olt will be the opening day starter at 3B for the Cubs. He has been held back this spring by a sore shoulder but should start playing 3B soon. That leaves Bonifacio and Valbuena to steal (eliminate?) at bats from Barney at 2B. Bonifacio appears to in line for a fairly significant role this year.

It also indicates that Baez is more likely to break in at 2B this summer unless Olt falters.

Cubs have quite a potential logjam when you include Alacantara and Bryant in the mix.

That's fueled speculation that Bryant may be in the OF just because of that logjam, not necessarily because he can't handle 3B (jury is still out).

I'm not on the Olt 3B bandwagon. He hasn't been playing the position in ST games and there have always been questions about whether he can handle the position defensively. While he does have 3 Cactus League HRs, he also has 7 SOs in 21 PAs. He has options remaining while Valbuena and Murphy don't.

Olt hasn't been playing 3B because of a sore shoulder and will be playing 3B soon. The reports on his defense are curious. I have seen everything from plus defender to possible liability. Valbuena is a solid 3B and questionable at 2B so who is at 3B opening day probably depends on Olt's defense. Assuming the eye issues are in the past, I think Valbuena is Olt's offensive floor this year. As for Murphy, he isn't keeping anybody off the roster.

As for the logjam, Olt will given the chance to prove he is an everyday 3B or a backup CI going forward. He is a cheap asset through his prime. Baez will up first this summer probably at 2B. Alcantara and Bryant I think are likely September call ups who are opening day players next year.

As to where everybody is playing next year, I have no clue. Castro is the SS but Baez could be at 2B or 3B, Olt could be 3B or backup, Alcantara could be 2B or UT, and Bryant could be 3B or OF. From what I have seen and read, I think it is optimistic to think Bryant is a 3B long term.

It's probably optimistic to think Castro is locked into SS long term.

For whatever they're worth, advanced fielding metrics have Castro slightly below average defensively. The scouting reports on Baez talk more about his bat than glove. If he can handle SS at the MLB level, I think the Cubs' obvious move is to put him there and deal Castro. Castro is locked in through at least 2019 at a rate that's fair if he returns to his 2011-2012 form.

 

[Eephus]

Major news, and not good, for the A’s today: projected Opening Day starter Jarrod Parker is likely to miss the start of the season because of a forearm injury; Parker will visit orthopedist Dr. James Andrews in Alabama on Monday. And A.J. Griffin, the team’s No. 4 starter, will see Dr. Doug Freedberg in Scottsdale today because of elbow discomfort. Manager Bob Melvin said that the A’s are proceeding as if neither pitcher will be able to open the season with the team. “Certainly the start of the season is in jeopardy,” Melvin said.That means that Jesse Chavez, who has been perhaps Oakland’s top pitcher this spring, will be in the rotation, and left-hander Tommy Milone also is likely to be. Chavez was contending strongly for a spot in the rotation even had the team been at full health, he’s been that good.

Sonny Gray is now the best bet to start Opening Day, based on the schedule and on the team’s confidence in him. He was chosen to start Game 5 vs. Detroit last October over All-Star Bartolo Colon, after all. That means the rotation would go: Gray, Scott Kazmir, Dan Straily and then Chavez and Milone or Milone and then Chavez.

Parker had forearm issues down the stretch last season but the problem appeared to have been resolved with rest and rehab this offseason, and his bullpen sessions were superb early on. He had trouble getting loose for games, though, and yesterday while playing catch, he felt tightness, and Melvin asked him what was going on. When Parker mentioned the forearm, the decision was made to send him to Andrews, who is among the top specialists in pro sports.

Griffin also had some arm soreness toward the end of last year and appeared to run out of gas. He was working in the mid-80s in his start last night and said that perhaps he was having a dead-arm stretch.

Even if there is nothing major structural involved for either pitcher, the A’s certainly will give them time to rest and recover, but there is of course always the possibility of surgery any time a pitcher has arm pain. Parker had Tommy John surgery, performed by Andrews, in late 2009; forearm pain can sometimes indicate ligament issues.

 

[boubucarow]

It is looking very likely that Olt will be the opening day starter at 3B for the Cubs. He has been held back this spring by a sore shoulder but should start playing 3B soon. That leaves Bonifacio and Valbuena to steal (eliminate?) at bats from Barney at 2B. Bonifacio appears to in line for a fairly significant role this year.

It also indicates that Baez is more likely to break in at 2B this summer unless Olt falters.

Cubs have quite a potential logjam when you include Alacantara and Bryant in the mix.

That's fueled speculation that Bryant may be in the OF just because of that logjam, not necessarily because he can't handle 3B (jury is still out).

I'm not on the Olt 3B bandwagon. He hasn't been playing the position in ST games and there have always been questions about whether he can handle the position defensively. While he does have 3 Cactus League HRs, he also has 7 SOs in 21 PAs. He has options remaining while Valbuena and Murphy don't.

Olt hasn't been playing 3B because of a sore shoulder and will be playing 3B soon. The reports on his defense are curious. I have seen everything from plus defender to possible liability. Valbuena is a solid 3B and questionable at 2B so who is at 3B opening day probably depends on Olt's defense. Assuming the eye issues are in the past, I think Valbuena is Olt's offensive floor this year. As for Murphy, he isn't keeping anybody off the roster.

As for the logjam, Olt will given the chance to prove he is an everyday 3B or a backup CI going forward. He is a cheap asset through his prime. Baez will up first this summer probably at 2B. Alcantara and Bryant I think are likely September call ups who are opening day players next year.

As to where everybody is playing next year, I have no clue. Castro is the SS but Baez could be at 2B or 3B, Olt could be 3B or backup, Alcantara could be 2B or UT, and Bryant could be 3B or OF. From what I have seen and read, I think it is optimistic to think Bryant is a 3B long term.

It's probably optimistic to think Castro is locked into SS long term.

For whatever they're worth, advanced fielding metrics have Castro slightly below average defensively. The scouting reports on Baez talk more about his bat than glove. If he can handle SS at the MLB level, I think the Cubs' obvious move is to put him there and deal Castro. Castro is locked in through at least 2019 at a rate that's fair if he returns to his 2011-2012 form.

I agree with this.

 

[Good Posting Judge]

Major news, and not good, for the A’s today: projected Opening Day starter Jarrod Parker is likely to miss the start of the season because of a forearm injury; Parker will visit orthopedist Dr. James Andrews in Alabama on Monday. And A.J. Griffin, the team’s No. 4 starter, will see Dr. Doug Freedberg in Scottsdale today because of elbow discomfort. Manager Bob Melvin said that the A’s are proceeding as if neither pitcher will be able to open the season with the team. “Certainly the start of the season is in jeopardy,” Melvin said.That means that Jesse Chavez, who has been perhaps Oakland’s top pitcher this spring, will be in the rotation, and left-hander Tommy Milone also is likely to be. Chavez was contending strongly for a spot in the rotation even had the team been at full health, he’s been that good.

Sonny Gray is now the best bet to start Opening Day, based on the schedule and on the team’s confidence in him. He was chosen to start Game 5 vs. Detroit last October over All-Star Bartolo Colon, after all. That means the rotation would go: Gray, Scott Kazmir, Dan Straily and then Chavez and Milone or Milone and then Chavez.

Parker had forearm issues down the stretch last season but the problem appeared to have been resolved with rest and rehab this offseason, and his bullpen sessions were superb early on. He had trouble getting loose for games, though, and yesterday while playing catch, he felt tightness, and Melvin asked him what was going on. When Parker mentioned the forearm, the decision was made to send him to Andrews, who is among the top specialists in pro sports.

Griffin also had some arm soreness toward the end of last year and appeared to run out of gas. He was working in the mid-80s in his start last night and said that perhaps he was having a dead-arm stretch.

Even if there is nothing major structural involved for either pitcher, the A’s certainly will give them time to rest and recover, but there is of course always the possibility of surgery any time a pitcher has arm pain. Parker had Tommy John surgery, performed by Andrews, in late 2009; forearm pain can sometimes indicate ligament issues.

Opposite of good.

 

[shadyridr]

So im guessing the tigers are gonna sign drew now

 

[rodg12]

So im guessing the tigers are gonna sign drew now

Has to happen, right? Or maybe they make a play for Gregorius or Owings down in AZ.

 

[dparker713]

So im guessing the tigers are gonna sign drew now

Has to happen, right? Or maybe they make a play for Gregorius or Owings down in AZ.

Illitch has bailed out Boras in the past.

 

[Eephus]

Medical update: Patrick Corbin underwent an MRI last night that showed damage to the ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow.

Upgrade Randall Delgado now and Archie Bradley later

 

[Brady Marino]

So im guessing the tigers are gonna sign drew now

Has to happen, right? Or maybe they make a play for Gregorius or Owings down in AZ.

Illitch has bailed out Boras in the past.

Saw that they'll go internally for their SS.

Can Lombardozzi play SS?

 

[Eephus]

So im guessing the tigers are gonna sign drew now

Has to happen, right? Or maybe they make a play for Gregorius or Owings down in AZ.

Illitch has bailed out Boras in the past.

Saw that they'll go internally for their SS.

Can Lombardozzi play SS?

22 year old Venezuelan Eugenio Suarez supposedly has a SS glove and flashed a little bit of power in the minors. He has to keep his strikeouts under control or he'll be walking the Mendoza line in the majors.

 

[shadyridr]

Medical update: Patrick Corbin underwent an MRI last night that showed damage to the ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow.

Upgrade Randall Delgado now and Archie Bradley later

you dont think bradley gets the call now?

 

[Eephus]

Medical update: Patrick Corbin underwent an MRI last night that showed damage to the ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow.

Upgrade Randall Delgado now and Archie Bradley later

you dont think bradley gets the call now?

Delgado is out of options. A smart organization would would see what Delgado has and manage Bradley's service clock. But who knows what Kevin Towers will do?

 

[dparker713]

Medical update: Patrick Corbin underwent an MRI last night that showed damage to the ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow.

Upgrade Randall Delgado now and Archie Bradley later

you dont think bradley gets the call now?

At the very least they should keep him on the farm for a few weeks to get an extra year before he becomes a FA.

 

[Limp Ditka]

Jarrod Parker getting in on the Tommy John fun

 

[RnR]

Jarrod Parker getting in on the Tommy John fun

That will be his 2nd TJ as well. We'll have some cyborg elbows on some of these guys by the time they turn 30.