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Dave_Gershman
I say Nady signs with the Orioles, 1 yr $4MM.
The_Porcupine
My first impression was that it doesn’t fit what the O’s would do. But the more I think about it, the more I like it. He’d essentially replace Wigginton (unless the O’s don’t feel J. Bell is ready at 3b). He could platoon a bit with Luke Scott and get semi-regular at bats in LF splitting time with Pie. And he could DH. If used properly, he’d have good value like Scott and Wigginton have had the last 2 years. He’s not the type of player to put a team over the top, but he would help the O’s offense.
Dave_Gershman
No doubt about it. Also, if he plays almost everyday, he could bring back something nice in return. Maybe a Tyler Ladendorf type of deal.
John
He should come to philly and be on our bench and fill in when guys are tired or hurt
dino marconi
Phillies do need a RH for the OF
mrsjohnmiltonrocks
I think Nady would be a real bargain. Also consider that he did miss most of last season, and that he played sporadically for most of the season. I happen to think he’d probably put up better number next year, in whatever role he was used. Heck, the Cubs may just want to keep him. Phillies and Atlanta would be a nice fit too.
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Slopeboy
Nady is not a bench player. That’s not to say that he is great, but to get the most out of him,he has to play everyday. He is like many older vets that are not accustomed to sitting and then producing when needed. I agree with SPANdemonium_is_back_again the Orioles would be a good fit.
bjsguess
He is a bench player. The guy in his prime was just barely above league average (ages 27 -31 he posted an OPS+ of 108). You take away his 89 games in Pittsburgh in 2008, he’s a sub LA hitter over his career. He doesn’t bring much in terms of fielding value – although the ability to play multiple position does help.He’s a guy coming off a season with an OPS around 700. This follows missing the previous season due to injury. Nady just is not that good of a player. For some reason the perception of his ability always seems to exceed his actual performance.
SalvadorM
Nady to Tampa for 1 year.
crashcameron
Nady seems like a major-league version of what everyone calls a AAAA:
he’s not really a great answer as an everyday player but he does hit better as an almost-everyday.
he’s been overpaid either way
Slopeboy
@Crashcameron
AAAA player means that they excel at AAA but cannot make it in the Majors. Nady has proven he’s a Major Leaguer everywhere he’s played. Yes, he’s been overpaid, but remember, most of his contracts were signed before the current economic climate.
crashcameron
i guess i didn’t clarify: it was an analogy.
“Nady’s a major-league version of …”
AAAA means a tweener.
Nady’s a tweener as would be a pitcher who isn’t really consistent enough to a 4 or 5 but can’t quite adapt to holding a solid bullpen role.
Not saying Nady might not finally find the perfect team/situation to finally thrive as a tweener.
The_Porcupine
Nady is the type of player the A’s would waste money on.
Wrek305
The Cubs would too and they did. Serious no one is worth 4.5 million dollars after playing 7 games and his season is done.. Only Hendry would give out that money to a mediocre player like Nady
pageian
Given his versatility and his descent enough RH bat he could help almost anyone if the price is right. He won’t get multi-year offers or big money so I see him drawing interest from all over the place.
pageian
If the Cubs don’t get Dunn or one of the other big 1b on the market this year they may want to bring Nady back and perhaps go after a young 1b to platoon with him. Yonder has been mentioned as a trade candidate, others as well, Nady might be the right guy to break them in with.
Wrek305
There is no reason to start Nady, the Cubs have nothing to play for.. Hoffpauir is better anyway.. Nady is a waste of space on the Roster.. The “Kids” need to play from here on out
latin73
Yankees need a player off the bench and he has proven he can play in NY. He would be a good fit!!