Comments on: Possible Non-Sizemore Option #1

By: jigboy

jigboy — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 06:28:49 +0000

If Brantley were horrible in the field I too would be “souring” on him but he can more than hold his own with his speed and glove. But yes, his bat is a #4 OF on most ML teams. Maybe if he stole around 30 bags and his OBP was a little better, but as of now he would be risky as a leadoff option. That could all change if it starts to click and transfer his minor league numbers to the big leagues. This will be a big year for him in the sense that last year was for Laporta. If Brantley can’t bring it this year then 2 of our big chips for C.C. significantly lose their value.

By: medfest

medfest — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 20:05:39 +0000

If they can get Abreu for next to nothing and pay him less than 4.5 million a year I’d say he’s worth a shot.

What about a A.J. Burnett type of deal for Vernon Wells?
That would take some stones to pull off and he’s a better fit,but oy that contract!

I’m souring rapidly on Brantley,he’s looking like a #4 outfielder and nothing more.

By: Will McIlroy

Will McIlroy — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 14:56:37 +0000

Too many negatives on Abreu (contract, age, declining production). Agree with Jigboy, our outfield is already crowded and this idea smacks of a short short term band aid. Brantley is capable and needs room to develop as the next CF (we have no one else anyway).

Save the money for a more timely deal later, if needed.

By: jigboy

jigboy — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 05:46:35 +0000

I too am an Abreu fan as his OBP and high BB rate were always sought after. Like you mentioned though, he’s old, and has been declining over the past 3 years. Yes he could provide that mentorship like OCAB did with ACAB so its interesting to consider that aspect. The Angels would have to eat a lot of that contract and I don’t know who we’d trade for him. Probably some AA SP with moderate upside. And what happens when Grady gets back? Granted that is a big if, but I was under the belief that if he’s healthy, he’ll be playing, and I doubt we send Brantley down to AAA or use him in a OF utility capacity. Depth is good but Abreu may look at it from an aspect that when Grady gets back he may be the odd man out.