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mike melusky
Orioles could have really used him…
Dan Mazzaro
they could use anybody..
popular_mechanics_for_pitchers
Not VandenHurk
Dan Mazzaro
they could use anybody..
JacksTigers
Look out Fielder. Look out Hosmer. Look out Konerko. There’s a new sheriff in the AL Central.
popular_mechanics_for_pitchers
Deputy Kotchman reporting for service
R.D.
Shed a tear for Justin Morneau.
Encarnacion's Parrot
Poor Matt LaPorta. You know you’re bad when..
Lastings
And to think, he was the staple of that Sabathia trade… Looks like it, may be all up to Brantley now to make something of that trade…
Lastings
And to think, he was the staple of that Sabathia trade… Looks like it, may be all up to Brantley now to make something of that trade…
popular_mechanics_for_pitchers
Your bad
Jason
Um…
UrkillingmeSmalls
Indians also got Rob Bryson, who looks like he could be a very good reliever.
Shawn Ryu
Good move if he came cheap, he was impressive with the Rays last season.
Largebill 2
He batted an empty .300, only 11 homers. Waste of money to sign a free agent who isn’t an upgrade over what we’ve got.
johnsilver
Sad but true.. A super spray/line drive hitter when he was at his best.
dpm21
Not an upgrade? Last time I checked a .300 BA is much better then LaPortas poor BA and defense. Platoon Kotchman with Santana and Canzler and first is dangerous.
Dan Mazzaro
I don’t think anyone should say “dangerous” but we get the point
dpm21
^this guy
Dan Mazzaro
^this guy?
Encarnacion's Parrot
← This guy.
$7562574
kotch will provide top notch defense and respectable offensive numbers. he is also one of the best persons in mlb.
fxx3605
people. not persons. stop it. /s/
vtadave
Pretty sure Kotchman is an upgrade over LaPorta.
bigpat
Sadly he is a decent upgrade over LaPorta unless he finally delivers on all of that potential he was supposed to have.
Yankees420
I don’t see how the batting average is “empty” considering his OBP was .70 points higher (8.5% walk rate). Now, taking exception with a 1B that can only hit 11 HRs, I can get on board with.
johnsilver
oops….
alan104
The Indians signed a really decent player. Solid defense with some occasional pop. I hope Casey has a great year, just not against the Rays.
$7562574
good luck, kotch. from an angels fan who always were rooting for you.
thebigbangdito
ditto
thebigbangdito
ditto
Brett S.
Ill take his glove, and he is better than Laporta, but the Indians needed a bigger bat.
TSR3000
Not necessarily. A lot of IFs but if we stay healthy, we have a decent lineup.
dpm21
ya that’s our biggest problem. So many variables in our lineup
dpm21
ya that’s our biggest problem. So many variables in our lineup
TSR3000
Not necessarily. A lot of IFs but if we stay healthy, we have a decent lineup.
CardsEagles1489
Game changing stuff right here folks..
CardsEagles1489
Game changing stuff right here folks..
leachim2
And Juan Rivera is making more than Casey Kotchman.
leachim2
And Juan Rivera is making more than Casey Kotchman.
theroundsquare
I suppose he’s planning on that high BABIP continuing based on a lot of ground balls getting through the Tigers infield.
MrSativa
Great sign. Cleveland infield just got a lot stronger plus his bat I do believe is back. What Kotchman realized last year he had a bacterial virus from Lazik surgery that impaired his vision – last year was simply a year where he could see the ball again and getting his confidence back.
He’ll make it tough to platoon. LaPorta needs to step up his game. He’s close to being replaced – totally.
Adam Moreira
If Casey Kotchman stays healthy, this could be a big steal…could Matt LaPorta be a trade chip down the line? Kotchman is not yet 30.
$5427573
He may lack power, but his is a great pickup. Not the typical 1B of the AL, but that doesn’t make him any less valuable. e.g.. I’d take 306/378 over 251/295 any year (I’m look at you Lind), it just means he should bat early in the lineup.
Hordak Sanchez
I wish the A’s woulda got this guy
Iconoclast17
I did too. We’re in for yet another year of watching Derek Barton twoll for walks/watch called third strikes with men on base, and the annual Chris Carter charade at 1B/DH. Maybe Kila will pleasantly surprise but don’t hold your breath. Can Damon play first?
Gregg Worden
Great! another lefty!! what the heck lol. thats all we have!