[JBrax]

Let's get this started since spring training is just around the corner! Todd, they let Matt Wieters walk? I just can't envision him in another uniform. What's the pulse in Baltimore on that move?

 

[Todd Anderson]

Well... O's picked up Welling Castillo (who shares similar numbers to MW, but costs significantly less). Winters is a nice player...but he's not an $11-$15 million dollar player. I actually was very neutral on him leaving.

I'm heading down to Sarasota this weekend ---> my wife and kids gave me tix for the O's home opener for the ST! Can't wait... I have a good feeling about this year! ;-)


How are the Royals shaping up?

 

[JBrax]

It seems everyone outside of KC has already written them off. Obviously the tragic death of Ventura didn't help but they've patched things up as well as they could. I don't know that they can overtake the Indians but a wildcard spot should be in play. Have fun at ST it's truly a blast!

 

[Todd Anderson]

Wasn't KC talking about releasing/moving Ventura last year?

What do you think of the new intentional walk rule? I don't like it... I think it could actually lead to more walks issued in a game. I always felt like calling for an IW could potentially throw a pitcher off his rhythm...now that it can be done with a signal, that element is gone.

IMO, if they want to speed up games, they should get rid of replay until 9th inning.

 

[JBrax]

Yes, they were ready to move on from Ventura. Some info on his personal life recently reportedly made the front office hesitant to do so. I think they wanted to help him instead of discard him which is admirable in this day and age. I don't care for the rule change and don't foresee it speeding up the game.

 

[JBrax]

Here's a story. http://www.kansascity.com/sports/mlb/kansas-city-royals/article133099124.html

 

[Todd Anderson]

Huh... interesting read.

 

[Todd Anderson]

Nice One-Two punch!!!

http://m.mlb.com/video/topic/11493214/v1239638683/must-c-comeback-jones-hosmer-hit-late-homers-in-win

 

[JBrax]

No doubt! We could find a spot in our lineup for Jones. Hosmer being clutch on the big stage as usual. I sure hope we find a way to sign him.

 

[Todd Anderson]

I might have a chance to attend the final game in LA... if USA makes it. Could be fun

 

[tripplej]

Astros won the 2017 World Series. Congrats!

Great series.