MLBTR Mailbag: Cards, August Swaps, Pirates, Profar
2017/09/mlbtr-mailbag-cards-august-swaps-pirates-profar.htmlMost generally, as I discussed a long while back on the now-defunct podcast, we've seen a steady shattering of molds in recent years. … Heck, the fact that teams were able to pull off so many notable deals this August may function to show it's a viable path in the future.
Offseason In Review: San Francisco Giants
2016/03/offseason-in-review-san-francisco-giants-7.htmlIn spite of that group's inspiring effort and evident promise, Panik dealt with back issues late in the year -- though he told me on the MLBTR Podcast that he doesn't expect to be limited moving forward -- and Duffy still only has one year of major league productivity on his ledger. … Organizations can hunt for value, explore creative trades, work the waiver wire, find options from within, and look to create competition with minor league signings.
Offseason In Review: Houston Astros
2013/03/offseason-in-review-houston-astros.htmlLuhnow told Keith Law on ESPN's Behind The Dish podcast that he’s ready to embrace the unpredictability of young players…… Luhnow recently told the New York Daily News that he can envision Porter leading the Astros "for decades, not just years.” For now the former Nationals third base coach has been tasked with creating a culture of opportunity in Houston.