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Heyman’s Latest: Puig, Turner, Braun, Votto, Weaver, Holliday, Howard, Crawford, Victorino

By Jeff Todd | August 25, 2016 at 8:45pm CDT

Jon Heyman of Fan Rag’s latest notes column begins with a lengthy examination of a resilient Dodgers team. He also drops a note on the demoted Yasiel Puig, who is not only demolishing Triple-A pitching, but is drawing great reviews for his attitude. Heyman reported further on Puig earlier today, explaining that the Dodgers have fielded interest in trade talks, but mostly have been spurning efforts by rival organizations to get him on the cheap.

  • Speaking of Puig, the division-rival Diamondbacks are said to have engaged in “some brief talks” on the talented 25-year-old. That engagement doesn’t seem to have resulted in any traction, however, so it doesn’t sound as if there’s any reason to believe that there could be a match between the organizations.
  • The Dodgers are expected to attempt to bring back third baseman Justin Turner, who has been an incredibly productive player since coming to the organization on a minor league deal in 2014. Heyman does note that Turner’s age (he’ll turn 32 in November) could limit L.A.’s interest in a long-term deal with the pending free agent.
  • After Ryan Braun’s no-trade protection seemingly gummed up any inclination the Brewers may have had to trade him this summer, Heyman writes that the team is expected to explore trade scenarios this winter. Age, cost, injury history, a PED past, and the no-trade rights will make that a complicated proposition, but Braun’s .317/.380/.562 slash line holds obvious appeal.
  • The Blue Jays’ previously reported effort to land Reds first baseman Joey Votto at the 2015 trade deadline may have petered out with the changes in the team’s baseball operations department. But the talks likely would’ve continued had Alex Anthopoulos remained at the helm, says Heyman, and the organization had been prepared to add Votto even after paying big to land Troy Tulowitzki and David Price. Per the report, though, the teams never got terribly far down the line in hashing out a deal.
  • Angels righty Jered Weaver has already made clear that he isn’t ready to discuss his plans for 2017, when he’ll be a free agent, but Heyman says that some in the organization believe he may retire. The 33-year-old is struggling through his worst season in the majors, with a 5.47 ERA over 138 1/3 innings.
  • While the Cardinals and outfielder Matt Holliday seemingly have good cause to continue their productive relationship, it’s far from clear whether the team will be willing to cough up $17MM to exercise its 2017 option. That said, Heyman notes that it’s possible to imagine the sides coming to an alternative arrangement to keep Holliday in St. Louis.
  • Heyman also provides some updates on some of the game’s other elder statesmen. Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard is said to be “determined” to continue his career after the all-but-inevitable decision by the Phils to decline the club’s option. Free agent outfielders Carl Crawford and Shane Victorino appear to be eyeing comeback efforts in 2017.
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17 Comments

  1. chesteraarthur

    9 years ago

    The diamondbacks and dodgers don’t agree on the valuation of a player moving from LA > AZ? shocked. SHOCKED

    Reply
  2. dust44

    9 years ago

    Puig isn’t going anywhere.. U can’t get me to buy the fact the Dodgers who literally have been buying every Cuban player possible r going to give up on the most talented one they threw money at.

    Reply
    • mkeving

      9 years ago

      They’ve also sent several Cuban players packing getting.

      Reply
  3. User 4245925809

    9 years ago

    Agreed on Holiday and St. Looie. Rare these days to see a player hang around same team for such long periods, but the guy really does seem to fit. Hope he can work it out and sign something..

    Reply
    • Lanidrac

      9 years ago

      Me too. I’d rather see them come to an agreement with Holliday than overpay on a long-term deal for an aging Moss.

      Reply
  4. lovethegame27

    9 years ago

    Way to prove the doubters wrong Weaver! Solid outing today..Angel 4 life!

    Reply
  5. brandons-3

    9 years ago

    I wonder if there was discussion about a Puig for Miller trade. I’m sure though, if Puig taps into his talent and produces at the level he was at a few years ago, LA can forgive whatever attitude problem plagues him.

    Reply
  6. guinnesspelican

    9 years ago

    It could be tough for someone, like Holliday, to pick up a family and move year to year. Assuming Moz does not pick up the option on him a 2 year deal in the 24 million range with a consulting position after that seems reasonable to me?

    Let the guy retire a Cardinal. #Cardinal way.

    Reply
    • cxcx

      9 years ago

      Why is it tough on “a guy like Holliday?” What about the hundreds of players who *actually* move each year? (Holliday hasn’t moved in what, like 8 years?) And is the Cardinal Way paying players after they become useful? I thought it was more the opposite, like players giving their all and playing unnatural positions and taking less money, all for the good of the Cardinals.

      Reply
      • stl_cards16 2

        9 years ago

        You thought wrong. Let me introduce you to Ty Wiggington and Jonathon Broxton.

        Reply
      • Lanidrac

        9 years ago

        How is Holliday no longer useful? Before getting nailed in the hand, he had posted a very solid .768 OPS and was on pace for well over 20 homers.

        Reply
    • Jake Tillinghast

      9 years ago

      Just like Albert

      Reply
  7. drum18

    9 years ago

    Can’t see the Dodgers accepting anything but a blow-your-doors-off offer for Puig. The organization obviously has (finally) an “acceptance” of his personality, etc. etc. I’m not saying he’s a bad guy or speaking to any reports about him. He’s 26 and has a lot of talent (that he’s shown).
    I don’t think he’ll come cheap.
    Holliday: I kinda think he’d work something out with the Cardinals. Seems it’s a great fit for player and team and that doesn’t come often much lately.
    I think that’s great. Really, it’s cool to see veterans long-tenured with one team play it out in the respective locale.
    Brings things to Howard, but how can you argue with Philly wanting rid of him?
    NL team, no place to play everyday, eroded skill sets.
    He’ll find a job, though. He has too much power and there’s certainly an AL team or two that’d take a flier on him; extreme streaks and all.

    Reply
    • AGAVE

      9 years ago

      AF has done some ballsy moves the past 2 years. And maybe PUIG’s demotion might be his best move yet. If YP grows from this, its a win for both team and YP. We shall see…

      Reply
      • drum18

        9 years ago

        I’d dig that If Bob Barker were handling the deal.

        Reply
        • drum18

          9 years ago

          I think he could still be a solid hitter.

          Reply
  8. angelsfan4life

    9 years ago

    Weaver should retire. He would make a good pitching coach. The Dodgers would be lucky to get a b level prospect for Puig. Don’t get me wrong, Pruig has all the tools to be a great player. But doesn’t have the dedication to be one.

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