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Lefty_Orioles_Fan
Hmmm, why him instead of Ian Stewart?
Jack Miller
More positions, while Stewart plays 3rd and occasional 2nd, Parades can play 2nd, 3rd and all the outfield spots in addition to being a switch hitter.
Nick Delahanty
He was DFA’d by the Royals last week, not the Orioles
unclejesse40
and the Royals sell off another player. GMDM must be looking for spare change everywhere.
basemonkey
Super Utility guys are becoming a more and more important position unto themselves in today’s game.
Those roster spots that used to be reserved for bench players are now being given to specialized bullpen arms. It forces new creative roles to be carved out. Someday we might find a guy who can be the switch-hitting pinch hitter, who carries some power, can pinch run, play multiple INF/OF positions (maybe even C), and even throw some strikes in a bind?
Wooooooo
Does this eliminate the need for Lough.
mattbennett_22
Jeez what is the big deal about Oriole fans and Lough? He’s controllable for the next five years and he’s cheap. He’s the biggest steal threat on the roster, plays fantastic defense, and has hit over .300 since June 1st. He’s one year removed from a 2.5 WAR in 96 games, which averages out to 4.2 over a full season, in his rookie season. Nick Markakis hasn’t posted a WAR above 2.9 in the last six years, yet everybody seems to love him.
Wooooooo
Look, I love him and I have hope for him. His BA is a bit rough, and I was just worried that the Office see Paredes as a replacement.
Bob Hulsey
Lots of talent there but not very disciplined. Not a dependable glove and not a disciplined hitter. His weaknesses probably become more evident in the majors than they do at AAA, thus the frequent releasing and claiming.
basemonkey
Cheap super utility switch-hitter who plays INF and OF. Good value. Classic Duquette move.
I don’t mean this in a bad way at all, but I think Duquette has an talent evaluation approach of getting $1.50 for every dollar. Meaning: Most folks might scoff or ignore the 50 cent savings moves, but he’s always hunting for “good value.” It’s not glamorous but, every now and then, 1 out of a handful of your moves might catch lightning. It’s stunning to see how much he’s turned around this franchise.
orangeoctober
Such a good pick up for cash considerations!!