[Chi_archie]

Toronto gets Josh Donaldson from the A's for Brett Lawrie and 3 prospects. Got to like that deal if you are a Jays fan.

Gonna wait air to see how those two major league arms Pan out

[Chi_archie]

pirates payroll to top 90 million next year?

why is it not like 125 million?

sucks to not have an owner willing to go for it

http://www.piratesprospects.com/2014...-surprise.html

[Shortstop]

pirates payroll to top 90 million next year?

why is it not like 125 million?

sucks to not have an owner willing to go for it

http://www.piratesprospects.com/2014...-surprise.html

Interesting read.

I agree with you that they have to be at least over $100M to be taken seriously and make a legit World Series run...

[koz-man]

Gonna wait air to see how those two major league arms Pan out

I agree.

Early on this deal favors the Blue Jays, but the true winner of this deal will not be determined, like archie said, until a couple years go by and how these young prospects develop and contribute.

The A's scouts must see something in these young players.

[Shortstop]

Toronto gets Josh Donaldson from the A's for Brett Lawrie and 3 prospects. Got to like that deal if you are a Jays fan.

Yes. This looks to be a really nice deal for Toronto...

[Ace_of_Spades]

He's definitely not "Werth" that contract, in my opinion.

I remember referring to him as Jayson "Werth-less" when he was with the Dodgers.

I've just never been a fan of this guy...

Teams that suck really bad at the time, have to pay for players more than they are worth.

[Chi_archie]

Sean Rodriguez?

interesting

[koz-man]

Just watched the Doc Ellis story "No No: Dockumentary".

The Pirate that pitched a no-hitter on LSD against the Padres on June 12, 1970.

Here's the box score from that game... http://www.baseball-reference.com/bo...97006121.shtml

Far from a gem for Doc as he walked 8 and beamed one batter, But never less a No-Hitter.

As for "No No: Dockumentary". It is a must see for all baseball fans, especially Pirate fans.

[Chi_archie]

Just watched the Doc Ellis story "No No: Dockumentary".

The Pirate that pitched a no-hitter on LSD against the Padres on June 12, 1970.

Here's the box score from that game... http://www.baseball-reference.com/bo...97006121.shtml

Far from a gem for Doc as he walked 8 and beamed one batter, But never less a No-Hitter.

As for "No No: Dockumentary". It is a must see for all baseball fans, especially Pirate fans.

pretty amazing

[Shortstop]

Just watched the Doc Ellis story "No No: Dockumentary".

The Pirate that pitched a no-hitter on LSD against the Padres on June 12, 1970.

Here's the box score from that game... http://www.baseball-reference.com/bo...97006121.shtml

Far from a gem for Doc as he walked 8 and beamed one batter, But never less a No-Hitter.

As for "No No: Dockumentary". It is a must see for all baseball fans, especially Pirate fans.

I'll definitely have to check that out. Thanks for the heads up, k-m!

pretty amazing

Word! I'm still not convinced someone could pitch a game while tripping, let alone throw a no-hitter.

LSD must have affected him differently than everyone else that I know of...

[Shortstop]

Sean Rodriguez?

interesting

Arch, I must admit that I'm sad to see Clint Barmes go, he signed with San Diego.

He was smoother than silk at shortstop, plus a great guy in mentoring the younger players.

Granted, he was making entirely too much money, in my opinion.

Coming from someone that played the position, the Padres got a nice deal with this signing...

[Chi_archie]

yeah Barmes grew on me for sure

[Shortstop]

I'm going to predict the Pirates starters for Opening Day 2015:

C: Cervelli
1B: Pedro
2B: Walker
SS: Mercer
3B: J-Hay
OF: Marte, Cutch, Polanco

I really hope El Toro works his butt off this winter to become a legit first baseman.

Need his bat in the lineup, just don't think he's the answer at the hot corner anymore...

[Chi_archie]

I'm going to predict the Pirates starters for Opening Day 2015:

C: Cervelli
1B: Pedro
2B: Walker
SS: Mercer
3B: J-Hay
OF: Marte, Cutch, Polanco

I really hope El Toro works his butt off this winter to become a legit first baseman.

Need his bat in the lineup, just don't think he's the answer at the hot corner anymore...

looks right, now try to predict the batting order

[koz-man]

I'm going to predict the Pirates starters for Opening Day 2015:

C: Cervelli
1B: Pedro
2B: Walker
SS: Mercer
3B: J-Hay
OF: Marte, Cutch, Polanco

I really hope El Toro works his butt off this winter to become a legit first baseman.

Need his bat in the lineup, just don't think he's the answer at the hot corner anymore...

Your getting the baseball itch... Aren't you ss???

[Ace_of_Spades]

What do the Yankees do these days? Are they a dying breed.

[Chi_archie]

What do the Yankees do these days? Are they a dying breed.

They are learning how to build their team through a different approach

[Shortstop]

Your getting the baseball itch... Aren't you ss???

Haha, you bet!

My buddies and I are getting together this week to go over the schedule and circle the games we're getting tickets for...

What do the Yankees do these days? Are they a dying breed.

Good question. I know one thing's for certain, it's gonna be really strange not seeing #2 trotting out to short next year.

Jeter's replacement has gigantic shoes to fill. Not going to be an easy task to say the least.

[Shortstop]

Hey Arch,

Congrats on your elite showing in BTP this week. Nice work, bud!

The payout should be fairly hugh. Enjoy your points!

[BigSpoon]

Good question. I know one thing's for certain, it's gonna be really strange not seeing #2 trotting out to short next year.

Jeter's replacement has gigantic shoes to fill. Not going to be an easy task to say the least.

Didi Gregorius is probably not the long term answer but he's an upgrade over what Jeter has done the last 5 seasons.

[Wrigley]

Pitchers and catchers report in about 10 weeks and in 24 days can start the 2015 thread

[Shortstop]

Pitchers and catchers report in about 10 weeks and in 24 days can start the 2015 thread

Amen, brother!

By the way, Congrats to you for killing it in BTP this week!

Nice work and Cheers to you!

[koz-man]

Pitchers and catchers report in about 10 weeks and in 24 days can start the 2015 thread

and the count down begins....

[koz-man]

Amen, brother!

By the way, Congrats to you for killing it in BTP this week!

Nice work and Cheers to you!

Agree.

Nice job this week Archie & Wrigley !!!

[Chi_archie]

read a rumor that Liriano was going to sign with bucs for 39 million over 3 years

[Chi_archie]

Hey Arch,

Congrats on your elite showing in BTP this week. Nice work, bud!

The payout should be fairly hugh. Enjoy your points!

thanks! I think this week was only the 2nd time I managed to actually win my best bet two point wager

[Shortstop]

I'm going to predict the Pirates starters for Opening Day 2015:

C: Cervelli
1B: Pedro
2B: Walker
SS: Mercer
3B: J-Hay
OF: Marte, Cutch, Polanco

I really hope El Toro works his butt off this winter to become a legit first baseman.

Need his bat in the lineup, just don't think he's the answer at the hot corner anymore...

looks right, now try to predict the batting order

Ok, if I were in charge this is what the lineup would look like...

1) Marte
2) J-Hay
3) Cutch
4) Pedro
5) Walker
6) Polanco
7) Mercer
8) Cervelli
9) Pitcher

Thoughts?

[Andy117]

They are learning how to build their team through a different approach

No they're not. They haven't changed.

[MexicanStallion]

The Dodgers have had a busy 24 Hours. That lineup will have an interesting look with Rollins and Kendrick in the mix.

[Shortstop]

That lineup will have an interesting look with Rollins and Kendrick in the mix.

It sure will, perhaps a change of scenery is what both of these guys needed...

[Chi_archie]

Ok, if I were in charge this is what the lineup would look like...

1) Marte
2) J-Hay
3) Cutch
4) Pedro
5) Walker
6) Polanco
7) Mercer
8) Cervelli
9) Pitcher

Thoughts?

i can get on board with that

[MexicanStallion]

Simon and Latos gone from the Reds. Bummer.

Back when the Reds signed Homer, I preferred Latos or was hoping for both. Now have to move forward.

[Chi_archie]

Pirates lost a few interesting arms in the rule v draft yesterday

[Shortstop]

Simon and Latos gone from the Reds. Bummer.
Back when the Reds signed Homer, I preferred Latos or was hoping for both. Now have to move forward.

Ouch! Those are two very quality arms to lose... 😯

I wish they both would have come here to Pittsburgh!

[Shortstop]

I really like the Antonio Bastardo signing.

He is 29 yet I think his best years are still ahead of him.

Heard he can be erratic at times but will keep the ball in the park.

Bastardo, a lefty, will nicely fill the void of Wilson...