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Jonathan Warmflash's avatar

Amazing analysis of the relief situation from 5000 feet. I think this sort of perspective is especially appropriate for relief pitchers. No one will do as well as Diaz. A big loss to be sure. But we are not losing 100% of his production because others will make up for a certain amount of it. I’m sure you’ll have a calculation of what the end result was after the season is over. I agree we should be patient. But if Britton looks like he’s a solid reliever who can give us 40 or more quality relief appearances, we should grab him now, options and luxury tax be damned.

I’m hopeful this is a huge tear for Drew Smith. I think he has the most potential of stepping up to a significant high leverage contributor. And if he doesn’t, it’s time to move on from him. Nogosek has potential to reach a level of serviceable bullpen arm too. Brigham might be a solid too. And John Curtis might be a huge high leverage contributor.

We just can’t afford any more injuries.

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Rushik P's avatar

Great stuff on the high leverage scenario. Yes I think Lindor wanted Baez but now PCA is a top 20 prospect at premium position. I am hoping Alex Ramirez continues to ascend to take sting out of losing PCA for rental of Baez (who did play well but wasn’t right move imo).

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