A Realistic View at 2024: Part I

[notin]

Devers vs LHP in '23: 823 OPS

 

Devers and Casas hitting back to back is not a problem ever.

 

The Sox don’t need a RHH 1b. They really only need a backup for Casas’ scheduled days off (which can be controlled) and in case he has to leave mid-game for whatever reason…

[moonslav59]

It’s not always about learning. Sometimes it’s about years of control.

 

If Rafaela plays CF, should the plan be O’Neill in RF?

 

Duran LF, Rafaela CF and O'Neill RF is better than Duran in CF, O'Neill in LF and Abreu RF.

[moonslav59]

The Sox don’t need a RHH 1b. They really only need a backup for Casas’ scheduled days off (which can be controlled) and in case he has to leave mid-game for whatever reason…

 

By "controlled," do you mean call up Dalbec for 1 game, then send him back to AAA? (Play whack-a-mole with the 8th RP'er at the same time?)

[mvp 78]

The Sox don’t need a RHH 1b. They really only need a backup for Casas’ scheduled days off (which can be controlled) and in case he has to leave mid-game for whatever reason…

 

I said EARLIER that a weak side platoon for 1b wasn't much to worry about. It was a bigger deal to attain a platoon bat when Dalbec was the primary 1b IMO.

[mvp 78]

No surprise he wasn't brought back in 2016.

 

There were some key additions to the 2016 team, but one major reason for the big jump in wins was the jump be many returning vets:

 

2015> 2016

Porcello: 172 IP 4.92 ERA> 223 IP 3.15 ERA

Wright: 73 IP 4.09> 157 IP 3.33 ERA

 

Mookie: 654 PA .820 OPS> 730 PA .897 OPS

Bogey 654 and .776 > 719 and .802

Pedey 425 and .797 > 698 and .825

JBJ 255 and .832 > 636 and .835

Papi 614 and .913 > 626 and 1.021

HRam 430 and .717 > 620 and .866

 

(An amazing 6 returning vets with 620+ PAs and an OPS over .800!)

 

 

We love our wife abusers on this forum when they wear the right uniform, don't we folks!

[mvp 78]

It’s not always about learning. Sometimes it’s about years of control.

 

If Rafaela plays CF, should the plan be O’Neill in RF?

 

I wouldn't play O'Neilllll in CF.

[Randy Red Sox]

I wouldn't play O'Neilllll in CF.

 

i wouldn't play him anywhere

[mvp 78]

i wouldn't play him anywhere

 

We know. He stole your gf at the middle school dance. Very sad.

[notin]

I wouldn't play O'Neilllll in CF.

 

St. Louis did use him in CF a couple years ago. And a little last year. DRS didn’t like him out there, but UZR did. OAA was neutral.

 

But the total sample was only 393 innings over 2 seasons…

[notin]

i wouldn't play him anywhere

 

Why not?

 

Don’t like good defensive outfielders? Or are you on board with the “he has big biceps so that has to mean steroids” crowd?

 

Can we also assume you thought Mookie’s twitch reflexes were the result of cocaine abuse?

[moonslav59]

We love our wife abusers on this forum when they wear the right uniform, don't we folks!

 

Who is "we?" You and who else?

[moonslav59]

The Red Sox announced Wednesday that they’ve claimed infielder/outfielder Romy Gonzalez off waivers from the White Sox. In order to open a spot on the 40-man roster, Boston designated right-hander Zack Weiss for assignment.

 

MLBTR

[mvp 78]

Why not?

 

Don’t like good defensive outfielders? Or are you on board with the “he has big biceps so that has to mean steroids” crowd?

 

Can we also assume you thought Mookie’s twitch reflexes were the result of cocaine abuse?

 

He saw Tyler in the shower after gym class and it ruined his manhood.

[notin]

By "controlled," do you mean call up Dalbec for 1 game, then send him back to AAA? (Play whack-a-mole with the 8th RP'er at the same time?)

 

No, but you can just pick your spots, unlike if he gets hurt.

 

Unless Casas is going to miss multiple games and go on the IL, there is no need to call anyone up. They can't just call up Dalbec for one game unless they have a double header than day or they demote someone. They can pick spots and rest him against the occasion LHP if they like. Or before another off day. Whatever...

[moonslav59]

The Red Sox announced Wednesday that they’ve claimed infielder/outfielder Romy Gonzalez off waivers from the White Sox. In order to open a spot on the 40-man roster, Boston designated right-hander Zack Weiss for assignment.

 

MLBTR

 

27 year old OF, 2B, SS

 

Just 239 MLB PAs with a .600 OPS (5 HRs and 7 SBs.)

 

.775 OPS at AAA (195 PAs) 8 HR and 8 SB

.856 OPS at AA (303 PAs) 20 HR and 21 SB

[notin]

We love our wife abusers on this forum when they wear the right uniform, don't we folks!

 

I only miss his witty one-liners...

[moonslav59]

No, but you can just pick your spots, unlike if he gets hurt.

 

Unless Casas is going to miss multiple games and go on the IL, there is no need to call anyone up. They can't just call up Dalbec for one game unless they have a double header than day or they demote someone. They can pick spots and rest him against the occasion LHP if they like. Or before another off day. Whatever...

 

I get the calling up for an injury, but as of right now, who plays 1B when Casas gets his Cora rest day, which is about 1 every 3-4 weeks.

[mvp 78]

I only miss his witty one-liners...

 

"She fell down the stairs your honor."

[mvp 78]

I get the calling up for an injury, but as of right now, who plays 1B when Casas gets his Cora rest day, which is about 1 every 3-4 weeks.

 

Without knowing the actual 26 man roster, my guess is that it would be either Reyes or Refsnyder.

[moonslav59]

With Weiss let go, what does the DFA List look like, now?

 

Here is my stab at it:

 

1. Joe Jacques

2. David Hamilton (very little MI depth on the 40.)

3. Bryan Mata (trade?)

4. Rob Refsnyder (trade?)

5. Brandon Walter (trade?)

6. Cooper Criswell (trade?

Others....

Justin Slaten (trade? or, trade for him, so he can be sent to AAA?)

Greg Weissert (trade?)

[notin]

"She fell down the stairs your honor."

 

No, I was thinking more about his jokes about playing poker with Tarot cards...

[moonslav59]

Without knowing the actual 26 man roster, my guess is that it would be either Reyes or Refsnyder.

 

I mentioned handing Ref a 1Bman's mitt, a while ago. It might make some sense. Our OF is getting crowded and his split wonder slipped some, last season.

[notin]

Without knowing the actual 26 man roster, my guess is that it would be either Reyes or Refsnyder.

 

I figure 3 bench sports go to those two and McGuire.

 

The fourth spot could go to Dalbec, Gonzalez, Valdez, or someone not yet in the organization...

[Hugh2]

I figure 3 bench sports go to those two and McGuire.

 

The fourth spot could go to Dalbec, Gonzalez, Valdez, or someone not yet in the organization...

 

Gonzalez? or Reyes?

[mvp 78]

Gonzalez? or Reyes?

 

Gonzalez stinks. Absolutely terrible. He's well behind Reyes for anything.

[mvp 78]

I figure 3 bench sports go to those two and McGuire.

 

The fourth spot could go to Dalbec, Gonzalez, Valdez, or someone not yet in the organization...

 

That's pushing either Abreu or Rafaela to AAA?

[notin]

That's pushing either Abreu or Rafaela to AAA?

 

I think that is likely.

 

If the Sox have Duran and O’Neill lined up for two starting outfield spots, why also have two rookie outfielders? Especially if both have options…

[Hugh2]

Gonzalez stinks. Absolutely terrible. He's well behind Reyes for anything.

 

I'm not even sure who Gonzalez is here.

 

I do agree with Notin though in that I think one of Rafaeala/Abreu starts the year in AAA. I think it's Ceddanne, he could use alittle bit more seasoning, and Abreu has earned a shot.

[moonslav59]

Gonzalez stinks. Absolutely terrible. He's well behind Reyes for anything.

 

The first thing I looked for on him was, does he play 1B, too.

 

Nope.

[dgalehouse]

Tristan Casas is 24 years old. Big, strong and healthy. He plays the least taxing and demanding position on the field. Exactly how many days off is he going to need ? Surely, someone on the roster is versatile enough to fill in on those few occasions. This should be the least of the Red Sox concerns.