[Rafa=FedKilla]

Werth just needs someone to protect him in the lineup.

[eznark]

I dunno, he's comp-proof. Predicting how he'll age is impossible, so it's up to Prince whether he wants to take a shorter deal with higher AAV and beast/work-out near the end of the contract to make a second even more lucrative.

Yes, but if he is going to take a short deal, why go four years? Why not do one or two with a player option or something. Going for a mid-length deal seems really dumb.

[Rafa=FedKilla]

O'Malley wants to summon investors to buy back the team. Crazy.

[Doytch]

Yes, but if he is going to take a short deal, why go four years? Why not do one or two with a player option or something. Going for a mid-length deal seems really dumb.

Yeah true. I'm only half paying attention to my posts during this Leafs game.

[Mr. Enigma]

The Red Sox officially interviewed Dale Sveum today. They interviewed Pete Mackanin earlier this week. Mike Maddux could be next.

[HarryDemeanor]

Cuban is posturing. He would buy it for billion dollars but the business man in him wouldn't let him do that. He is gonna be the new Dodger owner anyways and MLB Champion here we COME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 1st sign CJ for 10 years 160 million and sign Fielder to a similar deal.

I hope so! I can feel it! Back-to-back-to-back-to-back-to-back World Series champions baby!

[McNei1y]

And the real free agent period begins.

[Mr. Enigma]

Peter O'Malley, who sold the Dodgers to NewsCorp in 1998 (who then sold it to Frank McCourt in 2004), is attempting to buy the team back. He is getting together a group of investors to attempt making an offer.

Another group involving former Dodger greats Orel Hershisher and Steve Garvey are also interested in purchasing the team.

[Dmncnby2k9]

so the Yankees have released Andrew Brackman. The guy is young, so a team will take a chance on the kid. Mets, I'm looking at you.

[Lambtron]

Nearly 12 hours into free agency and Bill Smith hasn't fucked up yet. I, for one, am shocked.

[Duane Cunningham]

He's out of the running for the Twins job. I am scared we will get a full time radio booth of Jack Morris and Dan Gladden.

Oops, yeah, I meant to say that to you. And too bad for the Twins, but I'm glad we're keeping him.

[Lambtron]

Hey eznark, can you give a scouting report on Cory Provus? Twins just announced him as John Gordon's replacement.

[Sanjuro]

Sandy Alomar Jr. and Mike Maddux being interviewed next week.

[Sanjuro]

Roger Clemens making a Kenny Powers-esque comeback. Of all the dramatic things...

[nemss]

For those in Boston and Chicago, what are your local media reports stating, as far as front runners are concerned?

Trying to narrow down, who out of who being interviewed here in St. Louis has a good shot.

[The Frankman]

yeah, Pagan is gone. Interesting to see who replaces him.

[Sanjuro]

For those in Boston and Chicago, what are your local media reports stating, as far as front runners are concerned? Trying to narrow down, who out of who being interviewed here in St. Louis has a good shot.

I would imagine Francona getting the St. Louis position.

[FOOTE]

For those in Boston and Chicago, what are your local media reports stating, as far as front runners are concerned? Trying to narrow down, who out of who being interviewed here in St. Louis has a good shot.

The guys on the radio here in St. Louis are basically saying that Francona is the only one who is ready to take over. I wonder what he will ask for, contract wise, compared to the others.

[Sanjuro]

You kind of have to hire him once you interview.

St. Louis: So, what are your credentials?
Tito: Won two World Series in in seven seasons. Players manager. I've handled divas and high-profile players. Not taking any time off, I want to manage for next season.
...
St. Louis: Well we have reached a decision. We are sorry, but you aren't in our future plans.
Tito:?
St. Louis: We are going with Willie-fuckin-Randolph!

[Dmncnby2k9]

yeah, Pagan is gone. Interesting to see who replaces him.

Sizemore please.

[Sanjuro]

Sizemore please.

No, I want Sizemore! I think he will do better on a established team. Even the Rays I think are a better fit. Less pressure for him to perform if it doesn't work out. If it does work out, then more pressure for him to perform.

Also, future HoF'er Johnny Damon is available. Don't let me down beisbol.

[McNei1y]

No I'll take Sizemore to an incentive laden deal.

[nemss]

Sizemore is primed for a bounceback year.

[Square Triangle]

Justin Verlander is named the athlete of 2K12. http://twitter.com/#!/pastapadre/sta...00060367814656

I haven't bought that piece of shit franchise in years, looks like I will be come March!

[Windu]

Justin Verlander is named the athlete of 2K12. http://twitter.com/#!/pastapadre/sta...00060367814656 I haven't bought that piece of shit franchise in years, looks like I will be come March!

meh, just print off the box art and put it on another case. Save yourself $60.

[Square Triangle]

meh, just print off the box art and put it on another case. Save yourself $60.

You buy games at full price? Oh you ATL fans, I tell ya!

[Windu]

You buy games at full price? Oh you ATL fans, I tell ya!

ok, print the box art off and put it on a empty case. Save yourself $30.

[Square Triangle]

ok, print the box art off and put it on a empty case. Save yourself $30.

Just can't let me enjoy my moment.

[darkside31337]

Please tell me The Show has dumped Mauer.

I don't even care who they put on the cover, it was just so pathetic having Mauer on the cover once, let alone twice.

[Dahellisdat]

The guys on the radio here in St. Louis are basically saying that Francona is the only one who is ready to take over. I wonder what he will ask for, contract wise, compared to the others.

I've heard them talking about giving Oquendo a chance too. I mean he does already have pretty well established relationships with all the players and has been working under Larussa's wing for forever. I'm sure the St. Louis fans would welcome him with open arms as well. Don't know how well he would do as manager though.....it would be interesting.

[Square Triangle]

Please tell me The Show has dumped Mauer. I don't even care who they put on the cover, it was just so pathetic having Mauer on the cover once, let alone twice.

Theo is going to be on it.

[Rafa=FedKilla]

Why is Mike Maddux so sought after?

[Dmncnby2k9]

Theo is going to be on it.

They did say that the franchise would be a major focus.

[ConradCervantes]

Pujols in a Cubs jersey will grace the cover of MLB 12: The Show. Heard it here, folks!

[Sanjuro]

Why is Mike Maddux so sought after?

When I was a kid I used to trade for him in World Series baseball thinking he was Greg Maddux's brother. Apparently current teams are using this philosophy.

[Square Triangle]

Pujols in a Cubs jersey will grace the cover of MLB 12: The Show. Heard it here, folks!

And Jose Reyes with the Phillies will be the LE cover

[evil solrac v3.0]

When I was a kid I used to trade for him in World Series baseball thinking he was Greg Maddux's brother. Apparently current teams are using this philosophy.

it is his brother. Maddux has a brother that pitched as well right?

[Sanjuro]

it is his brother. Maddux has a brother that pitched as well right?

Wow. I never knew they were actually brothers.

[Ninja Scooter]

I predict Ryan Braun for the Show cover.

[Windu]

Maddux has a brother that pitched as well right?

that was Mike.

don't think they have another brother.

[Sharp]

Right-hander Chien-Ming Wang agreed to terms with the Nationals on Thursday on a one-year deal, pending a physical, according to a source.

I hope it's for a low price so we don't feel bad about cutting him after spring training.

[Sanjuro]

that was Mike. don't think they have another brother.

Pedro had two brothers. Ramon and another who I'm not sure ever made it to the show.

[Rafa=FedKilla]

I hope it's for a low price so we don't feel bad about cutting him after spring training.

He gives the Taiwanese All Stars hope.

[Doytch]

I hope it's for a low price so we don't feel bad about cutting him after spring training.

Lucky number 50 on Klaw's Top 50 FAs list!

[darkiguana]

Why is Mike Maddux so sought after?

He had a big hand in turning the Texas rangers pitching staff around. They were a league joke prior to 2009.

[Rafa=FedKilla]

But they are still BB machines and don't bring up stats, I said it would haunt them people called me crazy before WS but the WS redeemed me.

[Branduil]

He had a big hand in turning the Texas rangers pitching staff around. They were a league joke prior to 2009.

Now they've graduated to World Series tragicomedy.

[acheron_xl]

Hey eznark, can you give a scouting report on Cory Provus? Twins just announced him as John Gordon's replacement.

I really like Provus, and I'm sad to see him go. I always thought he was being groomed as Uecker's replacement.

[darkiguana]

Now they've graduated to World Series tragicomedy.

True:( But I would much rather a World Series losing staff than what we had before.

And yes, I still hurt from last week...

[The Frankman]

Please tell me The Show has dumped Mauer. I don't even care who they put on the cover, it was just so pathetic having Mauer on the cover once, let alone twice.