The problem with replacing JD's bat is that extending JD might not really "replace" this production. He is due to decline- any minute, now.
I'd love to extend him, but at what cost?
I'm not sure ERod is the best pitching option for 2022 and beyond, either. I love the guy, but there are still questions (as with any FA signing).
Extending Bogey and Devers has to be a priority.
Ottavino is a FA, so trading him, next winter is impossible.
Richards has a big option, so I'm not sure any team wants him at that cost. The rest of 2021 may change that.
Perez has a decent option, but I think we keep him as a long man. We lose Richards and ERod, and add a FA, Sale & Whitlock to the rotation. (I think we keep Houck as the long man- spot starter.)