Only Hamels fits the "deal from areas of strength to acquire pitching" philosophy, as stated previously.
I'm convinced that Lackey had had enough of Boston and was willing to sit out, rather than play for $500 grand for the
Sox.
They royally screwed up the Lester negotiations, but it doesn't have much to do with what they should have done this off season.
They weren't going to give Scherzer 7 years at age 30.
Shields was possible, but it's debatable that he's a #1/#2.
Hey! Maybe the Padres will deal him to us!
It'll be fun around here, the first time he gives up 7 runs in 4 innings