Moreland

[mvp 78]

Ockimey called up to platoon?

[dgalehouse]

I'm just your average barstool fan . No expert by any means . I admit that I know nothing about these two jabronis we got for Mitch . Never heard of them . I do know that Moreland had some great moments with the Sox . Wish him well .

[Fan_since_Boggs]

Another great trade by Bloom. The Red Sox strong but underestimated farm system keeps getting better. Rosario could be a future star. The Red Sox now have amazing CF depth, with Duran and Wilson followed by Jimenez and now Rosario.

[moonslav59]

MLBTR:

 

The Padres have acquired first baseman Mitch Moreland from the Red Sox. Prospects Hudson Potts and Jeisson Rosario are headed to Boston in return.

 

Moreland, 34, has been in Boston since the start of 2017. On the whole, he’s been a little better than average at the plate, combining for a .251/.332/.471 line (108 wRC+). He has been on an absolute tear this season, though, blasting eight home runs in 79 plate appearances en route to a .328/.430/.746 slash. Moreland has always hit the ball hard, generally avoided strikeouts and drawn his fair share of walks.

 

Like incumbent Padres first baseman Eric Hosmer, Moreland’s a left-handed bat, but he could complement right-handed hitting DH Ty France. Thanks in part to strong contributions from Hosmer and France, San Diego’s lineup has been among the best in baseball this season. Moreland is owed the balance of his $925K prorated salary and comes with an affordable $3MM club option for 2021.

 

In exchange, Boston picks up a pair of well-regarded prospects. Both Potts and Rosario were included among Baseball America’s top 30 Padre farmhands midseason. Potts, a 21-year-old third baseman, draws praise for his big-time raw power and comes with a first-round pedigree, but some scouts question his bat-to-ball skills. He performed well in the low minors, but scuffled a bit last season, when he hit .227/.290/.406 with a 28.6% strikeout rate in Double-A. In fairness, Potts was very young for that level, and the Texas League’s an extremely pitcher-friendly environment regardless.

 

Rosario, 20, was a high-priced international signee from the Pads’ vaunted 2016 J2 class. He draws ample praise for his athleticism and center field defense, although it’s up in the air how much impact he’ll make offensively despite seemingly exceptional plate discipline. Rosario has topped out at the High-A level, where he hit .242/.372/.314 with three home runs in 525 plate appearances.

 

All told, it’s a pretty strong haul for Boston, especially since Moreland’s fantastic start hadn’t helped propel them past an 11-22 record. That said, roster rules help explain why the Padres were willing to part with both players. Each needs to be added to the 40-man this offseason or else be exposed to the Rule V draft. The Pads, who continue to progress their swath of strong prospects to the high minors and above, have a seeming roster crunch incoming. The Red Sox, on the other hand, don’t have a particularly well-regarded farm system and can more easily find roster space for Potts and Rosario this offseason.

 

To clear immediate space for the prospects in their 60-man player pool, Boston released infielder Marco Hernández. The 27-year-old amassed a .265/.300/.342 line in parts of three seasons in Boston.

[moonslav59]

Bye bye Marco!

[Larry Cook]

To Moreland - We wish you the best in San Diego! Say hello to Betts when you run into him and the rest of the dodgers out there!

[Fan_since_Boggs]

This trade opens the door for the Bobby Dalbec era to begin in Boston. Oh baby!

 

Next year's infield?

1b: Dalbec

2b: Downs

SS: Bogaerts

3b: Devers

Edited August 30, 2020 by Fan_since_Boggs

[jacksonianmarch]

Gotta wonder about Downs and how this season’s lost development affects his trajectory. My bet is opening day, he won’t be in Boston just for the Sox to tinker with his service time

[moonslav59]

This trade opens the door for the Bobby Dalbec era to begin in Boston. Oh baby!

 

Next year's infield?

1b: Dalbec

2b: Downs

SS: Bogaerts

3b: Devers

 

Could be. Add Chavis as a platoon 1B/2B, if he's not traded, soon.

[moonslav59]

Gotta wonder about Downs and how this season’s lost development affects his trajectory. My bet is opening day, he won’t be in Boston just for the Sox to tinker with his service time

 

Agreed. They will likely keep him in the minors until the service time date is past.

 

(He may not have earned the spot by opening day, anyway.)

[mvp 78]

Gotta wonder about Downs and how this season’s lost development affects his trajectory. My bet is opening day, he won’t be in Boston just for the Sox to tinker with his service time

 

Is he even ready?

[Larry Cook]

Is he even ready?

 

What I saw of him last year, the answer is no. But the talent is huge. He just needs another year plus to be ready!

[a700hitter]

What I saw of him last year, the answer is no. But the talent is huge. He just needs another year plus to be ready!

I didn't see any major talent with him.

[illinoisredsox]

Downs has played about a dozen games at AA. No way he's in Boston next year, at least until late.

 

Not sure what they are doing with Arauz. He played steady for about a week from roughly the 10th through the 18th, and now has played only once since then (and that was a full week ago). He was holding his own offensively at least while he was playing.

[Monster24]

Downs has played about a dozen games at AA. No way he's in Boston next year, at least until late.

 

Not sure what they are doing with Arauz. He played steady for about a week from roughly the 10th through the 18th, and now has played only once since then (and that was a full week ago). He was holding his own offensively at least while he was playing.

 

The position with the most available playing time is 2B and doesn’t look very comfortable there. If he sticks long term it’s to be a utility man - can see him playing several positions in AAA next year if there is MIlb season

[notin]

Downs has played about a dozen games at AA. No way he's in Boston next year, at least until late.

 

Not sure what they are doing with Arauz. He played steady for about a week from roughly the 10th through the 18th, and now has played only once since then (and that was a full week ago). He was holding his own offensively at least while he was playing.

 

Arauz can go to Pawtucket next season. He’s not so remarkable s to hand him 2b...

[illinoisredsox]

Arauz can go to Pawtucket next season. He’s not so remarkable s to hand him 2b...

 

Oh, I don't disagree, but it's not like Peraza is lighting up the place. It's more of an academic question. Kid showed a little something when given some extended PT. and then hasn't played at all.

[Donnie Sadler was short]

Isnt Mitchs 2021 deal a team option? Id love for them not to exercise it & we bring him back again.

[notin]

Oh, I don't disagree, but it's not like Peraza is lighting up the place. It's more of an academic question. Kid showed a little something when given some extended PT. and then hasn't played at all.

 

2b is a team need, although they may go short term. I like Jonathan Schoop, who always seems to get1 year deals...

[Kimmi]

I'm just your average barstool fan . No expert by any means . I admit that I know nothing about these two jabronis we got for Mitch . Never heard of them . I do know that Moreland had some great moments with the Sox . Wish him well .

 

Class player all the way. I am happy that Mitch will have the chance to contend for another championship. I think he'll have fun in San Diego. I wish him well also.

[Kimmi]

Downs has played about a dozen games at AA. No way he's in Boston next year, at least until late.

 

Not sure what they are doing with Arauz. He played steady for about a week from roughly the 10th through the 18th, and now has played only once since then (and that was a full week ago). He was holding his own offensively at least while he was playing.

 

Perhaps the Sox are showcasing Peraza. I'm guessing that Arauz will get more playing time once the deadline passes.

[Thunder]

Class player all the way. I am happy that Mitch will have the chance to contend for another championship. I think he'll have fun in San Diego. I wish him well also.

 

San Diego has sort of like a 2013 Red Sox vibe going on right now, and I feel for their long suffering fans right now. I bet they're dying to be at Petco cheering them on

[notin]

San Diego has sort of like a 2013 Red Sox vibe going on right now, and I feel for their long suffering fans right now. I bet they're dying to be at Petco cheering them on

 

The problem sports teams have in San Diego is their competition is the beaches and the weather. When the Padres suck, their fans just say “surf’s up!” and don’t even think baseball until next season...

[notin]

Perhaps the Sox are showcasing Peraza. I'm guessing that Arauz will get more playing time once the deadline passes.

 

It is really funny how much Peraza and his .658 OPS is reviled while Arauz and his .684 OPS is beloved...

[Kimmi]

It is really funny how much Peraza and his .658 OPS is reviled while Arauz and his .684 OPS is beloved...

 

Yeah, Peraza is not the problem with this team.

[notin]

Yeah, Peraza is not the problem with this team.

 

And Arauz is not the solution...

[mvp 78]

The problem sports teams have in San Diego is their competition is the beaches and the weather. When the Padres suck, their fans just say “surf’s up!” and don’t even think baseball until next season...

 

Competition for eyeballs also include the Angels in OC and Dodgers in LA. There are 3 MLB franchises within 125 miles of each other. Dodgers have a long storied history and are far more popular. Angels and Padres take a back seat in SoCal. The vibe there also isn't one of rabid fandom. If you asked a Padres fan about their suffering, they probably wouldn't understand what you're getting at. Sports fandom here is just different than it is over there.

[Thunder]

The problem sports teams have in San Diego is their competition is the beaches and the weather. When the Padres suck, their fans just say “surf’s up!” and don’t even think baseball until next season...

 

I would LOVE to see them beat the Dodgers in the playoffs. Or just anybody beating the Dodgers. It's gotten comical how badly they choke. I guess now that they have Mookie, I have no choice but to feel bad for them when they choke...