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Baseball Blogs Weigh In: Bauer, Grandal, Brewers, Cards, Harper, Mets

By Connor Byrne | December 9, 2018 at 4:58pm CDT

This week in baseball blogs…

  • Dodgers Nation argues against a potential Trevor Bauer acquisition for Los Angeles.
  • Bronx to Bushville argues in favor of a potential Bauer acquisition for the Yankees.
  • Statsswipe explains why the Brewers need Yasmani Grandal.
  • Sports Betting Dime takes a look at the front-runners in the Bryce Harper sweepstakes.
  • Cardinals Fan in Cubs Land hopes St. Louis complements its Paul Goldschmidt acquisition with a Harper signing.
  • Sox On 35th wonders if Harper will make his decision this week.
  • Mets Daddy regards Brandon Nimmo as “untouchable.”
  • SportsRadio 94 WIP believes the Phillies were wise not to match the price the Nationals paid Patrick Corbin.
  • The Runner Sports explores options for the Yankees now that Corbin is off the market.
  • The Dugout evaluates what’s left of the starting pitching market.
  • Foul Territory each Prospect Universe each highlight things to watch for at the Winter Meetings.
  • Good Fundies reacts to the Mets’ blockbuster trade with the Mariners.
  • Angelswin.com (links: 1, 2, 3) continues its in-depth offseason primer series for the Halos.
  • The Sports Daily encourages the Cardinals to pursue a reunion with Daniel Descalso.
  • District on Deck identifies four potential Winter Meetings trade targets for the Nationals.
  • The K Zone shares an interesting piece on the hitting streak.
  • Chin Music Baseball evaluates potential landing spots for free agent Craig Kimbrel.
  • MLB & Fantasy Baseball Analyzed names some free-agent pitchers who could end up as bargains and a few who may flop.
  • The Fro Zone debates whether the Mets should trade Noah Syndergaard.
  • East Village Times views the Padres and Indians as logical trade partners.
  • Halos Heaven hopes the Angels pursue Yusei Kikuchi.
  • Phillies Nation previews the Winter Meetings from the Phillies’ perspective, while Tomahawk Take does the same for the Braves.
  • Pinstriped Prospects contends that the bullpen should be a key area of focus for the Yankees at the Winter Meetings.
  • The Point of Pittsburgh explains how teams should attempt to help troubled athletes, such as Addison Russell.
  • Rising Apple doesn’t believe J.T. Realmuto is a sensible target for the Mets.
  • The Sports Tank is pleased that the Red Sox re-signed Nathan Eovaldi.
  • Angels Avenue responds to the Halos’ addition of Luis Garcia.
  • Phillies Junction makes a case for the team to pursue Mariners outfielder Mitch Haniger.
  • Rotisserie Duck examines the win shares leaders of 2018.
  • Mets Critic writes that “the Mets appear to be reacting to stimuli, not following a plan.”
  • Rox Pile asks what would have happened had the Rockies never traded Troy Tulowitzki.
  • Everything Bluebirds ponders Tulowitzki’s future in Toronto.
  • Call to the Pen (links: 1, 2) seeks a match in a Kyle Seager trade, and looks at the current state of the Phillies’ roster.
  • Reviewing The Brew advises the Brewers to sell high on outfield prospect Corey Ray.
  • North Shore Nine (podcast) discusses the Pirates’ Lonnie Chisenhall signing and breaks down the team’s payroll.
  • Around the Bases with Julian Bussells (podcast) recaps the big offseason moves from the past week and interviews former Yankees top prospect Slade Heathcott.
  • The 3rd Man In profiles and interviews 2019 draft prospect Kendall Williams.
  • Notes from the Sally previews the 2019 Charleston Riverdogs, the Yankees’ South Atlantic League team.
  • Wander Rays profiles Tampa Bay outfield prospect Garrett Whitley.
  • The Runner Sports sees 2019 draft prospect Nick Lodolo as a potential target for the Astros.

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  1. gotothevideotape

    7 years ago

    Still some good pitchers and position players out there. Aren’t there some better hitters than Kipnus out there, instead of him playing second for The Yanks? 230 batting average??

    Reply
    • gotothevideotape

      7 years ago

      PS,
      Yanks need 2 more starters
      in case CC falls off the mound fielding a bunt, or he is just winded after 1 and 1/3 innings pitched.

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      • Slevin

        7 years ago

        PS
        Show some respect!!

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        • gotothevideotape

          7 years ago

          You need to give respect in order to get it!
          You were brought up terribly.

          1
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      • vmmercan 2

        7 years ago

        Ps lasagna is also available already on the farm and Montgomery will be back midseason.

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        • gotothevideotape

          7 years ago

          Vm
          I call him that too. Haha

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          Reply
      • billysbballz

        7 years ago

        We have plenty of starters in aaa as insurance. We need 1 more high end rotation arm (Bauer, Ray, Grienke???) forget Kluber and the asking price.

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        • pinstripes17

          7 years ago

          Neither party wants anything to do with a Greinke matchup and injury prone 4 ERA Ray in the AL East would be a nightmare

          Reply
    • Ejemp2006

      7 years ago

      The Yanjs have got to be the front runners for a Cleveland starter if they are willing to take on the Kipnis salary. I agree with your point though, they might HAVE to spend big for CC insurance. Dude has been pitching on borrowed time for about three years.

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      • gotothevideotape

        7 years ago

        Ej,
        lmao. insurance Yes
        good one

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    • thinkblech

      7 years ago

      Fwiw, Kipnis changed his swing focusing on a higher launch angle, he might be fixable.

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  2. gotothevideotape

    7 years ago

    Great Article CB

    Reply
  3. wsox05

    7 years ago

    I love how majority of these blogs are just HUGE homers.

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    • thinkblech

      7 years ago

      They write what gets hits, and sheep-like fans don’t look at things with any sort of objectivity. Fans who want to trade spare parts for Mike Trout find comfort in these odd corners of the internet.

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    • baseballpun

      7 years ago

      I mean, I think most of them are team-specific fan blogs.

      Reply
  4. PinstripedPride

    7 years ago

    I have been waiting for this time for a whole month. My favorite part of the offseason! Its time to play “Make a Deal”

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    Reply
  5. fmj

    7 years ago

    I don’t believe the cards are out on harper. I don’t necessarily think they’re a favorite, but they’ll be in on him. in the end, I think they’ll be the bridesmaid again like j hey, price etc.

    1
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    • c1234

      7 years ago

      Like Goldy too, right?

      Reply
      • fmj

        7 years ago

        not sure what you’re trying to imply. goldy was a trade. the others were free agents the cards crooned and lost out on. you’re comparing apples and oranges

        1
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    • baseballpun

      7 years ago

      Harper isn’t going to want to live in STL for a decade plus.

      Reply
  6. YADI

    7 years ago

    love these blog dumps, thank you!

    1
    Reply
  7. gotothevideotape

    7 years ago

    myr, sleven
    Actually I really want to thank you both for the big crush you have on me. I am totally flattered
    You always see if I’m on here, what article I’m responding to. and a great job you do at that because you always find me. I do love closeness!
    You wanna sit in the bleachers with me also myr and watch me eat that long hot dog?
    I’m too expensive for you, darling, I like steak in a nice cool atmosphere.
    In any event, thank you again for always seeking me
    out and making me feel important, which I am.

    Reply
    • MetsYankeesRedSox

      7 years ago

      Hot dog is more an euphemism than an actual meal. I bet somehow you’re related to Howlin Hilda.

      1
      Reply
    • KnicksFanCavsFan

      7 years ago

      I hope you’re a woman. I mean… I’m ok with all alphabet orgs not named nambla but this just feels a lil icky.

      1
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      • MWeller77

        7 years ago

        Obviously, you’re not ok with LGBTQ groups/folks, or you wouldn’t have commented. Let’s skip the homophobia, ok?

        Reply
  8. padreforlife

    7 years ago

    EVT why would Padres trade for Bauer who’s in walk year

    Reply
    • KnicksFanCavsFan

      7 years ago

      Bauer has two years of control left. Not a free agent until after 2020 season.

      1
      Reply
    • Houston We Have A Solution

      7 years ago

      Man 2019 sure flew by fast.

      1
      Reply
  9. Houston We Have A Solution

    7 years ago

    If the padres are gonna trade with the Indians they should ask about Bieber or Clevinger rather than Kluber or Bauer.

    They should offer to take kipnis to get Clevinger

    Reply
    • Michael Chaney

      7 years ago

      The Indians aren’t doing a sell off. They’re trying to save money while bringing back controllable talent; Clevinger isn’t even arbitration-eligible yet, so what makes you think they’d trade him?

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      • RedRooster

        7 years ago

        Getting rid of Kipnis

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        • Michael Chaney

          7 years ago

          Why attach him to a guy not even eligible for arbitration like Clevinger when you could attach him to a guy making 8 figures and get a similar return?

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          Reply
  10. Beldar J. Conehead

    7 years ago

    Tiger Talk Today reports that Al Avila shot a 93 today, and then was treated to a pastrami sandwich and a beer in the clubhouse by none other than Tiger owner Chris Ilitch, whose intent it is to keep Al away from the winter meetings and giving him any opportunity to possibly sign someone that might actually improve the Tiger team.

    1
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  11. Michael Chaney

    7 years ago

    Franmil Reyes, Josh Naylor, and Austin Allen is not a legitimate offer for one of the Indians’ starters.

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    • friarfaithful117

      7 years ago

      If Kipnis and his salary comes along with a pitcher it’s too not far off. Add one more solid prospect. A lot depends on how one views Reyes and Naylor

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      • Michael Chaney

        7 years ago

        That’s part of my problem. I see two DH’s and a decent pitching prospect.

        I think since the return will be greatly affected by trying to attach Kipnis, the Indians would be better off just keeping him.

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