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Post by astrobuddy on Oct 9, 2007 13:01:12 GMT -5
You could bring back Pettitte and bring in Posada. With Torre probably gone, Pettitte and Posada may not want to stay either.
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Post by vega51 on Oct 9, 2007 14:02:29 GMT -5
Clemens could be paid 4 millions per year.
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Post by astrobuddy on Oct 9, 2007 14:05:56 GMT -5
It would be a waste. His body is done Vega.
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Post by Coach on Oct 9, 2007 14:16:52 GMT -5
Astrobuddy is the official forum dude's body expert.
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Post by jbarron on Oct 9, 2007 15:12:16 GMT -5
Does anyone really think that Scott Boras will allow ARod to sign with the Astros? Does anyone really think that Draytie will go after another Boras client? The answer to both questions is a resounding NO! Personally, I'd like to have him but it ain't gonna happen.
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Post by dennis2112 on Oct 9, 2007 15:34:14 GMT -5
JB, I agree but he sure would look nice in an Astros' uniform. Besides, his contract level is set, to me if Drayton is willing to pay the level its at now then there is no need for any negotiations. Borass' influence would be negligible.
But in the real world, it won't happen but I just can't get over thinking how many HR's Arod would hit to the crawford boxes. That would go a long way to increasing our team run totals and making it a whole lot better for our pitching staff. Which may be important if we are going to war with ROY and a bunch of unproven pitchers.
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Post by vega51 on Oct 9, 2007 15:43:25 GMT -5
plus, would be playing SS, taking one weak spot offensively and inserting great numbers, meaning, we could use a very good D Cfer in Anderson.
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Post by astrobuddy on Oct 9, 2007 16:14:15 GMT -5
Vega.. if the Astros were to sign Pettite, Posada and Arod ( it isnt happening) How good would the Astros be even with weak 4 and 5 starters and a weak bullpen?
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Post by vega51 on Oct 9, 2007 17:20:32 GMT -5
YOU are the one talking about Posada, we have Towles, WE DONT NEED POSADA.
Good thing you are not our GM
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Post by jbarron on Oct 9, 2007 17:24:13 GMT -5
Forget Posada. If we signed ARod and added a couple of quality starting pitchers, we would have a great shot at goiing to the WS. I'm still worried about the pen. I think Lidge should be dealt and we need to go after a guy like Joe Nathan to close. If we won't go after ARod.....and we won't......let's go after Tori Hunter or Aaron Rowland.
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Post by sadoug on Oct 9, 2007 18:18:49 GMT -5
wont the Rangers still be paying a big part of A Rod's salary where ever he plays?
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Post by hembo36 on Oct 9, 2007 18:20:18 GMT -5
i dont think thats a stretch for drayton..hell he paid clemens that...however i hear arod want to play shortstop again..that would rule him coming here as the astros already have the best defensive SS...thats what people here say anyways... ;D
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Post by hembo36 on Oct 9, 2007 18:24:05 GMT -5
ab would be' lance who'?
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Post by astrobuddy on Oct 9, 2007 18:25:08 GMT -5
Doug.. if Arod opts out the contract goes away. It would actually save the Rangers a good bit of money.
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Post by chandler44 on Oct 9, 2007 18:39:38 GMT -5
If he opts out and then re-signs with the Yanks, they're responsible for the whole bill. If he stays in his current deal, then the Rangers put in a good chunk of cash. You can bet the Rangers are praying that he opts out.
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