New Idea for 08/09
Ok so we are about to face some major decisions in the outfield so here is a quick idea I had at like three in the morning that is kind of growing on me so I'll throw it down, let you guys ripe it apart, and then I'll forget about it.
So here is the problem, we have four very good young outfielders, and only three postions to fill. As we've already seen Juan has discovered this and is the first out the door. Here is my idea. We put Tricky Rick in right field, Rasmus in Center, and Lud in left. Not so hard to follow yet, don't worry it get's better.
Next we package Rolen and Molina and send them to the Angels for Figgins and Santana. The Angels will get the third baseman they want, and another Molina can say he was a Angel. They don't lose much so they should be willing to go for this trade.
So with the catcher spot open we call up Anderson. Now comes the part I'll get ripped hardcore on. Gulp, here goes, we move Pujols to third. He has played there before, and although he may not win a gold glove there, but he is a natural and won't be a defence problem. Duncan can then fill in first base where he played in the minors. This would lead to a 09 lineup something like this
Figgins SS
Rasmus CF
Pujols 3B
Duncan 1B
Ludwick LF
Ankiel RF
Anderson C
Ryan 2B
Rotation looking something like this
Carpenter (If healthy)
Wainwright
Reyes
Santana
Wells/Thompson/Looper/Whoever
Not a bad lineup. We gain defence in left, center, and 2B. We do lose defence at 3B, 1B, C.
We stay about the same at SS, and RF.
So there it is rip it apart so I can stop thinking about it.
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isn't Pujols' throwing arm still a problem?
Not that it matters ... none of this will ever happen.
by jeff abs on Aug 13, 2007 1:32 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
AAAAHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
by kyle man on Aug 13, 2007 1:33 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Um...
- With his arm problems, the organization has already made clear that Pujols isn't moving to 3rd.
- The Angels would never do that deal.
by JMedwick on Aug 13, 2007 1:43 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Hasn't Santana
And... yeeeeaahh, if the title of your diary was "New Idea for 09/10," then you MIGHT be on to something, but I'm still 100% against trading the Yadster. I've always been of the belief that catcher is one of those positions that you want superior defense, and any offense you get is a plus. Also known as the "Mike Matheny Theory."
by Jhusk on Aug 13, 2007 1:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Pujols to 3rd
by DJ87 on Aug 13, 2007 2:03 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Much simpler...
I really don't believe PU is going to 3b.
by OCCardsFan on Aug 13, 2007 2:35 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
By Miles, I meant to say
by OCCardsFan on Aug 13, 2007 2:36 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Aybar
by mikedallas23 on Aug 13, 2007 3:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don't agree with just about anything that you
by dunc4life on Aug 13, 2007 4:49 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Rasmus>Edmonds
by gibbyfan on Aug 13, 2007 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Are you serious?
You need less sugar in your diet.
by Big Red on Aug 13, 2007 11:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ludwick
I'd be pretty comfortable with an 08 outfield consisting of Duncan, Edmonds, Ankiel, Ludwick, and Shumaker. Maybe give Mather a shot if he keeps tearing it up in Memphis. In 09 Edmonds leaves and Rasmus arrives. If all the kids keep performing well, then we've got a cheap and serviceable outfield. Find a way to dump Enc's salary, in another year we've got Jimmy off the books, and can spend that money in other areas of need. Like, say, pitching.
by stl tyler on Aug 13, 2007 10:04 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Molina?
No one is going to take Rolen. Aging 3rd basemen with constant injuries, loss of power, and a huge contract?
Ludwick is a great 4th outfielder, but not a starter. Hes among the best in the National League in pitch hits. For outfield I like Duncan, Jimmy, and Rick from left to right. When Colby is ready, we have a good young outfield for cheap. I like Juan, theres just no room for him. Give him away to whoever in the offseason.
We can't afford a shortstop. I think Ryan is our only chance for next year until we lose Jimmy off payroll.
by warpig2003 on Aug 14, 2007 9:31 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Molina
by mikedallas23 on Aug 14, 2007 10:40 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

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