Sources say Napoli signs with Sox.

[mvp 78]

You are such a jackass.

 

Wait, you weren't inferring that he'd get beaten up on the mean streets of Brooklyn? Seems like that was your point there...

 

Or were you just talking about how gentrified Williamsburg is and that he'd have a great time drinking chai lattes and wearing nerd glasses?

 

Or was it concerning the social tensions between Hasidic Jews and younger transplants in certain neighborhoods?

 

Maybe you should clarify what you meant with your"guess he's never been to Brooklyn" comment.

[BSN07]

My real problem with it is what it could do to mess Brentz up. It's a very real possibility that combining an early callup with a position change could be a recipe for disaster and wreck the kid. But then again, that's just me.

 

If he is a competent defensive player he should be able to move back and forth. I have found moving 1B to the OF they typically settle in to RF easiest. I'm not saying it's a slam dunk. But having Brentz able to play 1B and RF for the ML team would make him more valuable to the team. The beauty of ST is trying new things and not worrying if the blow up. I think in the very least it should be attempted in the scenario the team is unable to get another 1B.

[a700hitter]

Wait, you weren't inferring that he'd get beaten up on the mean streets of Brooklyn? Seems like that was your point there...

 

Or were you just talking about how gentrified Williamsburg is and that he'd have a great time drinking chai lattes and wearing nerd glasses?

 

Or was it concerning the social tensions between Hasidic Jews and younger transplants in certain neighborhoods?

 

Maybe you should clarify what you meant with your"guess he's never been to Brooklyn" comment.

I am not inferring anything when I call you a jackass. Injecting racism into a sports forum is the act of a jack ass. You sir are a jackass. I am not inferring that.

 

You apparently are much too stupid to understand what I meant by my remark and you are not worth the time to explain it. I can tell you this. It had nothing to do with "getting beat up on the mean streets of Brooklyn."

[Palodios]

While I don't agree. It's funny that certain posters complain about jerking Lavarnway around (because he's a special little snowflake), but aren't worried about doing the same to Brentz.

 

Since when have we seen any suggestions for a Lavarnway position change? I'd definitely like to see him move to 1B, but the Red Sox FO know that he's worth significantly more at C, so they've refused so far. Lavarnway has hit significantly better in the minors, which is probably why is such a snowflake to posters here.

[Dojji]

While I don't agree. It's funny that certain posters complain about jerking Lavarnway around (because he's a special little snowflake), but aren't worried about doing the same to Brentz.

 

I think there's a difference between a guy who seems to be an heir apparent at a position, like Lavs, and a guy who's going to fight the incumbent and multiple other prospects at his position for a roster spot in Boston like Brentz. Especially because Lavarnway came up and was generally adequate last year.

 

Moving Brentz to first base takes a bat we already know has the talent to hit at the big league level, and moves it to a position where at the moment it's not competing with a big multiyear contract. With Kalish and Bradley in system, we're not exposing RF particularly much with a position switch for Brentz either.

 

Contrast that with the catching position where neither Salty nor Ross are particularly secure, and most of the other catching options in the high minors are backups at best. It makes no particular sense to do anything with Lavarnway. Even if he's not in the bigs this year (and I honestly think he should be) that third catching option is frequently a necessity.

[User Name]

You are such a jackass.

 

Hey kettle, this is pot.

[User Name]

 

Moving Brentz to first base takes a bat we already know has the talent to hit at the big league level, and moves it to a position where at the moment it's not competing with a big multiyear contract.

 

 

This line is a massive bit of assumption. How do you measure the fact that he had the talent to hit in the majors? Everyone with prospect status should be able to, but a lot of the times idoesn't translate. That's what the word prospect signifies

[Palodios]

Here's a fun image from majestic:

 

http://www.boston.com/sports/baseball/redsox/extras/extra_bases/assets_c/2013/01/70-76141-Y-thumb-250x262-92404.jpg

 

Wouldn't it be hilarious that after all this time, it was a dispute about his jersey number?

[BSN07]

Here's a fun image from majestic:

 

http://www.boston.com/sports/baseball/redsox/extras/extra_bases/assets_c/2013/01/70-76141-Y-thumb-250x262-92404.jpg

 

Wouldn't it be hilarious that after all this time, it was a dispute about his jersey number?

 

lol

[Palodios]

New reports coming out saying that the Red Sox and Napoli are progressing towards a deal.

[jung]

New reports coming out saying that the Red Sox and Napoli are progressing towards a deal.

 

Yea but its a real estate deal. Napoli seeing the end of his career on the near horizon has agreed to buy one of the parking lots associated with Fenway as a means of insuring income past baseball. The deal has been foundering on Napoli's concern that the Sox will be able to convince enough car hopping patrons to come see the team play. The path was finally cleared when the Sox agreed to insure Napoli's purchase, agreeing to rent each vacant spot during games for a period of two years if their marketing efforts prove to feeble to keep the Sox at a gate exceeding 33,000 per game during the first year of Napoli's ownership. Initially the Sox balked at a higher number and were not pleased with 33,000. Napoli commented that it is the Sox that have been insisting the place has been sold out every game . So, what are they worried about? Napoli commented "guess this insurance s*** cuts both ways now doesn't it!:D

[User Name]

Wat?

[MANNYHOF24]

Sounds like Napoli will agree to 1 year deal. I would love that deal.

[BSN07]

Sounds like Napoli will agree to 1 year deal. I would love that deal.

 

Ya can't really argue that. I'm surprised the Sox were able to get it down that much if it's true.

[jung]

One year would be terrific for the Sox...best they could have done with Napoli if it turns out to be accurate.

 

More interesting from Napoli's perspective is that you have to believe that is the best he could get...very telling indeed.....encouraging as well if the powers that be in baseball are finally starting to smarten up.

[dupree]

I really like a one year on Napoli. I dont think it would be too bad with a mutual option on a second year either. If he bashes this year and they want him back id like to have that option.

[a700hitter]

This would drive a stake through the heart of the Mauro Gomez project.

[Palodios]

This would drive a stake through the heart of the Mauro Gomez project.

 

Fortunately, its a one year deal. That should give Gomez plenty of time to develop in the minor leagues, and next year, he's going to turn into the next Miggy Cabrera.

[jung]

I don't see how one year of Napoli derails Gomez. He is not to me as ready to play up here as Lavs and can use a little more seasoning before coming up here. I could see Gomez as playing up here as well but It is easier for me to see my way to Gomez at least starting the year in Pawtucket.

[a700hitter]

Fortunately, its a one year deal. That should give Gomez plenty of time to develop in the minor leagues, and next year, he's going to turn into the next Miggy Cabrera.

We can hope. Of course, Miggy was Miggy at age 20. Mauro's development is a few years delayed. With the signing of Napol as a RH first baseman/part time catcher, I would still like to see a left handed 1B/OF like Garrett Jones to round out the roster. Plus, if the Sox have any plans to use Napoli behind the plate, Salty has to go.

[Palodios]

Sounds like the Mariners are getting Morse. That means one less suitor for Napoli, and no more options for the Red Sox. Not sure who has the leverage here.

[mvp 78]

You apparently are much too stupid to understand what I meant by my remark and you are not worth the time to explain it. I can tell you this. It had nothing to do with "getting beat up on the mean streets of Brooklyn."

 

Well after reading the posts written by you and Fred over the past few years, stupid seems to be a step up from what the schooling in Brooklyn has provided us.

 

"I won't tell you because you won't understand" is a typical A700 copout for being wrong in the first place.

[Bellhorn04]

I'll be a little surprised if Napoli gets just a straight one-year deal. I thought he would probably get one year plus a vesting option for a second year based on playing time.

[Palodios]

I'll be a little surprised if Napoli gets just a straight one-year deal. I thought he would probably get one year plus a vesting option for a second year based on playing time.

 

If it is just a one year deal, I would not be surprised if there are vesting options for years two and three.

[seabeachfred]

I really like a one year on Napoli. I dont think it would be too bad with a mutual option on a second year either. If he bashes this year and they want him back id like to have that option.

 

Two years and an option third. That would be fair to both sides I think. Anyway, it is good news to hear that we MAY be finally getting that done.

[seabeachfred]

You are such a jackass.

 

Well Ted, it is just MVP being MVP---kind of like Manny without the ability. I kind of found it both funny and ridiculous, first because my mom and dad came from Bensonhurst, and know only a few *******s there fit the description of racial bastards. So I could give MVP a pass on that one. He did live in California for awhile but he he comes out with any nasty stuff about my state I will be all over him like smell on s***.

[seabeachfred]

If he is a competent defensive player he should be able to move back and forth. I have found moving 1B to the OF they typically settle in to RF easiest. I'm not saying it's a slam dunk. But having Brentz able to play 1B and RF for the ML team would make him more valuable to the team. The beauty of ST is trying new things and not worrying if the blow up. I think in the very least it should be attempted in the scenario the team is unable to get another 1B.

 

Unless we land a top notch pitcher in an exchange I want Brentz in Red Sox red as soon as he gets to the Major Leagues. I don't see him as a 300 hitter but his power and run producing potential would make him a solid right fielder or first baseman. As a RH power hitter you cannot discount that in Fenway Park. Of course, I have to admit User did bring up a good point about he possibility moving Brentz to first could discombobulate him. We saw how some move with Bard makes him just about useless now. I keep wondering about Travis Shaw. It would be swell if this guy comes around and develops into a solid hitting and fielding first baseman so we could keep Brentz in the outfield because we will most likely need him there since I don't think Victorino will be worth a damn to us two or three years from now.

[seabeachfred]

This would drive a stake through the heart of the Mauro Gomez project.

 

Uh Oh----somebody get to User on the double for a suicide watch. MVP, look out for your pal.

[mvp 78]

Uh Oh----somebody get to User on the double for a suicide watch. MVP, look out for your pal.

 

He'll be ok. Gomez will live to mash the ball another day!

 

And if Nap's hip really is an issue, it'll be Mauromania sooner than later.

[mvp 78]

I think there's a difference between a guy who seems to be an heir apparent at a position, like Lavs, and a guy who's going to fight the incumbent and multiple other prospects at his position for a roster spot in Boston like Brentz. Especially because Lavarnway came up and was generally adequate last year.

 

I'm not so sure that Lavs is more of an heir to C than Brentz is an heir to RF. Currently, Lavs can't hit and Brentz is the only real RF in the farm. If Ells leaves and Victorino moves to CF, Brentz will be the only viable RF unless Kalish returns to form (seems more doubtful by the day).