No fewer than six teams have “serious interest” in free-agent reliever David Robertson, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports. The Dodgers are among that group, according to Feinsand.
Shifting to the West Coast would be a major change for the 33-year-old Robertson, who debuted in 2008 and has only pitched for the Yankees and White Sox. A Rhode Island resident who has spent the majority of his career in New York, Robertson would like to remain in the Northeast, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman revealed last month. That preference seems to place the Dodgers behind the 8-ball, then, though they certainly have the financial might to make Robertson a quality offer. MLBTR’s predicting a three-year, $33MM contract for the highly accomplished right-hander.
If he joins the Dodgers, Robertson would give the team another capable bridge to closer Kenley Jansen. Robertson has been among the majors’ premier relievers throughout his career, after all, having mixed impressive durability with statistical excellence. He hasn’t thrown fewer than 60 innings in a season since 2009, his second year, and owns a lifetime 2.88 ERA/2.81 FIP with 11.97 K/9, 3.66 BB/9 and a 43.7 percent groundball rate over 657 frames.
While Robertson’s numbers took a step backward last year relative to his brilliant 2017 performance, he nonetheless logged a terrific 3.23 ERA/2.97 FIP with 11.76 K/9, 3.36 BB/9 and a 45.3 percent grounder mark across a career-high 69 2/3 innings. In the process, the self-represented Robertson set himself up for yet another sizable payday four years after the White Sox signed him to a $46MM contract in his first trip to free agency.
I thought he said he was only interested in teams close to Rhode Island. Now I’m not a genius and my geography may be cloudy but isn’t LA and Rhode Island pretty far apart
That doesn’t mean the Dodgers have zero interest. If he can per$uaded I’m sure their interest will pay off.
I guess I made the mistake of glossing over things when reading the article because I just re-read it and now feel stupid for previous post
He can just buy another home in Los Angeles and be a resident there. Problem solved.
Go ahead Sign him. Love DRob but less money for Harper ;-)
I read these forums a bunch and have never one time commented, but your blatant lack of understanding of what the Yankees should spend money on is unbelievable. While I am also a Yanks fan and would love to watch them acquire players they feel make themselves more competitive, outfielders and wanna be overpriced first basemen do not fit that criteria. With the amount that you post on this site, one might assume that you would consider whether anything you’re about to say makes any sense. Please heed my advice, for all of us.
It’s not going to stop. You aren’t the first person to tell him this. He’s just going to constantly talk about how Bryce Harper is open to playing first base and talk about how much he loves a specific player. I think Xabial has praised/talked about half of the MLB.
Ok. but for the record post was suggesting Dodgers have less money to offer $$ after signing DRob, cuz sounded like didnt think he was worth re-signing. Dodgers are serious threats, despite leaked docs, and their Pres not giving out long-term contracts.
Youre entitled to your opinion and entitled to mine. Just don’t be rude w/ disagreeing.
algard wasn’t in anyway being rude, but as usual baseball1600 is trolling. #algard is correct on the Yankees pressing needs.
To xabial’s defense, it’s just sort of weird that people feel compelled to constantly berate him for frequently posting his opinions. No one is forced to read them. Algard’s disagreements are valid, but his odd sense of exasperation at xab’s entire presence on this site is one I’ve seen directed at him numerous times, and I just find it flat out weird. I don’t agree with him often either, but, really, why does it matter?
@Slevin
Saying that his posts make no sense, and then condescendingly telling him to heed his advice is rude, and moreover, just bizaare, considering nothing Xabial said was all that odd. He wasn’t suggesting they trade Aaron Judge for a middle reliever or anything…
I mean, he’s certainly not the only Yankee fan who wants Harper, and not the only person who thinks it could happen.
you never commented until now? so a long time reader decides to go the extra mile to create an I’d just for this post? ok
no apologies but x on right trend as Yankees need to focus pitching.
They have the resources to do both. If you want to whine about a NY team on constant auesterity move to Flushing
Yankees do indeed need to acquire a LH hitting outfielder somehow. Thing is you attack xabial for his “lack of understanding of what the Yankees should spend money on”, but yet you fail to provide any insight yourself into the Yankees needs. Though I’ve had my disagreements with X in the past he does provide more than you’ve just posted.
Harper might thrive in New York as a personality and make himself a ton of money in the process, but spending money on Harper is not in the Yankees best interest of winning. It’s more starting pitching, and relief pitching. Overpaying on proven relief arms is a fine strategy for continued studies at the most volitile position in baseball. I apologize for not qualifying my response – I thought it was obvious.
**success, not studies
Your criticism is mind boggling, Algard. Whether I agree with the Yanks signing Harper or not, he is a dynamic young superstar player, and MANY people out there think he’d be a good fit, including some well respected sports writers. To single out Xabial for his like-minded opinion is borderline stupid.
It seems more like you just want to pick on him for posting a lot. Fair enough, but don’t hide behind childish criticism. Maybe you should take your own advice.
I was also a long-time reader of this site before I posted. And I also noticed that this Xabial character had very little to offer, but chose to offer it abundantly. It is what it is.
You’re a Red Sox fan. Go troll somewhere else. I dont even know who you are. Probably made an account as soon as your team won
Sad you won a championship and your primal instinct is to troll. Take a hint from dewey harry Karkat and learn class. It is what it is.
Sorry, my man. It’s not “trolling”; it’s merely a viewpoint that you disagree with. I was reading this site for years. I would scroll down to the comments and constantly see moronic takes from you on nearly every post(simply to be the first person that commented on every one of them). I don’t have any problem with Yankee fans, or comments from Yankee fans. I’m happy to have a debate or conversation on anything baseball-related. But you are just a narcissist that brings nothing to the table.
Respectfully disagree, as I find “narcissists” usually first to insult, while “bringing nothing to the table.”
Amazing someone can be this bitter after winning a championship. still dont kno who u are “long time reader” = zero credibility
This isn’t first time you’ve insulted me. Usually “long-time” posters (not readers) are some of the friendly ones on this site. Saying you’re a long time reader doesn’t give you instant credibility, which is earned. Usually newer accs are some of the nastiest, which you’ve proved
Just pointing out what I noticed as a reader of this site(and prior to ever posting). The world can survive without your “hot take” on every post on here. I don’t imagine you can believe that, but it’s true.
And don’t mistake my truth-telling as bitterness. Pointing out your narcissism has nothing to do with the Red Sox just winning the World Championship. I’m not sure why you related those 2 things.
I’m a long time reader of this site and used to comment until I couldn’t remember my password and recently created a new account and comment occasionally. I usually only comment on my team, Giants, I do like to keep it civil and be open minded to other’s views and ideas. With that said, this isa comment section and people are entitled to comment. I may not agree with everyone, but no need to attack someone for commenting.
Xabial has every right to comment and everyone else has every right to ignore or down vote with a passion of hate lol. I make a habit of posting a comment and leaving it at that. I’ll read any responses to my comment and get a feel of what others think of my take, but I don’t go in to argue.
Funny how places get closer once a team pays enough to charter a private jet ha ha.
Still think he ends up in the east coast though.
As long as he doesn’t go to the f***ing Red Sox, that would be hard to stomach.
omg, love it
You better go buy some Pepto-Bismol then because I wouldn’t be shocked if the Red Sox gave him upwards of $30m for 3 and at this stage in his life playing about an hour away from his home must be appealing.. not to mention substantially lower taxes than in New York city..and would you rather play for Aaron Boone or Alex Cora..
I would have figured that almost every team looking to compete next year would at least kick the tires on DRob. Has been consistently great for a while and doesn’t get talked about near enough. I wonder if some front offices are turned off at all by him representing himself?
First off I’m a Yankee fan, however I don’t want Harper or Machado…please just no….keep this core of mostly home grown players please. Secondly, if I were the Mets I would be all over Robertson. They need a bridge to Diaz and DRob makes a lot of sense for them. As for the Yankees would love to see Daniel Murphy or a player of that ilk to be able to slide in and get 400 at bats and play multi positions. Resign Happ, and see who is available at deadline. Possibly a Bumgarner if the Giants are going nowhere.
“Mostly” refers to greater than 50 percent, which the Yankees are not, in terms of homegrown players.
Gardner, Sanchez, Bird, Torreze, Anduar,Severino. All starters over 50%. Bird is the only questionable starter but will be given the chance to win the job.
I was down for Murphy too but I think we need to improve our infield defense and he won’t help with that
“Baseball team that is in position to contend next season interested in one of top 5 best relievers available in free agency”
I’m sure the twins aren’t in the mix. I really question whether the twins path is the Falvey Levine plan for a winner or we are headed to the pohlad’s saying “why are we spending so much money on dad’s team who we could care less about.
I’m predicting the Mets sign Robertson to a 3 year, $30 million deal and Andrew Miller to a 2 year, $22 million deal.
Sorry Mr. Wilpon the ATM indicates that you are overdrawn. No more cash available without calling Bernie Madoff.
Robertson won’t sign with the Mets. He’s seen from a borough away how dysfunctional the Mets are.
So Danny when the carnival comes in the spring, your parents will give you a few dollars to play the games on the arcade. Better odds than your prediction AND by then the lofty predictions about the Mets will subside.
Notice I said the Mets should be all over Robertson. Didn’t say they would sign him. Miller or DRob would be great for them. I do think the Mets will spend some money Key word some.
Beggars can’t be choosers but can we get Zack Britton instead. Left-handed set-up man for Jansen would be great.
Sox, Yanks, or Mets. He’ll sign with either of those. So basically the Sox or Yanks
Lol…you nailed it