Author Topic: Adam Dunn? (Read 8829 times)

Travis · « **on:** February 08, 2009, 09:41:21 am »

Any truth to this? http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-08-rogers-whispersfeb08,0,6701151.story

A "sneak attack" on the Cubs for Adam Dunn? And Bourn to the bench? Thoughts?

JimR · « **Reply #1 on:** February 08, 2009, 09:53:47 am »

Why "Bourn to the bench?"

Lee, Pence, Dunn?

Trade Pence

Lee, Bourn, Dunn

BudGirl · « **Reply #2 on:** February 08, 2009, 10:37:21 am »

Quote from: JimR on February 08, 2009, 09:53:47 am

Why "Bourn to the bench?"

Lee, Pence, Dunn?

Trade Pence

Lee, Bourn, Dunn

Run Michael Run.

jaklewein · « **Reply #3 on:** February 08, 2009, 10:55:28 am »

We need pitching more than we need another bat. I just hope Bourn gets a fair shake to start the year. From there, let the cards fall as they may.

Andyzipp · « **Reply #4 on:** February 08, 2009, 01:09:15 pm »

Quote from: jaklewein on February 08, 2009, 10:55:28 am

We need pitching more than we need another bat. I just hope Bourn gets a fair shake to start the year. From there, let the cards fall as they may.

Well, lets make is more unsubstantiated...Pence for Peavy.

WTFisTerryPuhl · « **Reply #5 on:** February 08, 2009, 01:10:06 pm »

Lee, Pence and Dunn?! Now that is a comical outfield! I would pay good money to see that! It would be like watching 3 dudes in roller skates, trying to shag fly balls!

moriartp · « **Reply #6 on:** February 08, 2009, 01:17:43 pm »

Horseshit. This contract would probably be worth what, $6-8 million? Has there been any indication that the Astros are willing to spend that kind of money this offseason? They just watched Wolf, their primary target, sign with the Dodgers for less than that. Suddenly they're willing to pull this move out of their ass. Horseshit.

Chicago writer with lines to fill.

Andyzipp · « **Reply #7 on:** February 08, 2009, 01:19:28 pm »

Quote from: muircheartaigh on February 08, 2009, 01:17:43 pm

Horseshit. This contract would probably be worth what, $6-8 million? Has there been any indication that the Astros are willing to spend that kind of money this offseason? They just watched Wolf, their primary target, sign with the Dodgers for less than that. Suddenly they're willing to pull this move out of their ass. Horseshit.

Chicago writer with lines to fill.

There is much speculation that many unsigned players will sign one year deals for ridiculous discounts to avoid signing a longer term "bad deal" in this economy, hoping to cash in whenever the economy rebounds.

jaklewein · « **Reply #8 on:** February 08, 2009, 01:25:58 pm »

Quote from: Andyzipp on February 08, 2009, 01:09:15 pm

Well, lets make is more unsubstantiated...Pence for Peavy.

Mark me down as a guy that's a little worried about Peavy's health. Oh sure...I'd gleam like the rest if we landed'm...but if he was to breakdown this year with that contract...this club would be up a creek without a paddle for some time.

Filo · « **Reply #9 on:** February 08, 2009, 01:34:16 pm »

my favorite line

"That would mean a huge lift to run-production"

thanks for filling me in Mr. Rogers

moriartp · « **Reply #10 on:** February 08, 2009, 02:04:51 pm »

Quote from: Andyzipp on February 08, 2009, 01:19:28 pm

There is much speculation that many unsigned players will sign one year deals for ridiculous discounts to avoid signing a longer term "bad deal" in this economy, hoping to cash in whenever the economy rebounds.

Indeed, but it's likely that there are other teams willing to spend more on such a deal. Pat Burrell still pulled in $8 million a year, and Dunn will probably get about the same amount. It seems his discount would have to be very, very steep for the Astros to get involved considering their attitude toward spending this offseason.

JackAstro · « **Reply #11 on:** February 08, 2009, 02:06:50 pm »

Rogers misunderstood - the Astros are planning a sneak attack on the Cubs with an Atom Gun. The development model shows some early promise, but the final product should be a real sonofabitch.

Texifornia · « **Reply #12 on:** February 08, 2009, 07:46:18 pm »

Quote from: JackAstro on February 08, 2009, 02:06:50 pm

Rogers misunderstood - the Astros are planning a sneak attack on the Cubs with an Atom Gun. The development model shows some early promise, but the final product should be a real sonofabitch.

I really really want one of those Atom Guns. Gots me some vaporizin' to do.

VirtualBob · « **Reply #13 on:** February 09, 2009, 08:02:44 am »

Quote from: WTFisTerryPuhl on February 08, 2009, 01:10:06 pm

Lee, Pence and Dunn?! Now that is a comical outfield! I would pay good money to see that! It would be like watching 3 dudes in roller skates, trying to shag fly balls!

It would be the most outfield fun since "Marvelous Marv" Throneberry patrolled CF for the "Metropolitans".

Randy Watson · « **Reply #14 on:** February 09, 2009, 01:17:20 pm »

That might be the worst OF in baseball history.

MusicMan · « **Reply #15 on:** February 09, 2009, 03:09:47 pm »

Flatly denied by Wade

Noe · « **Reply #16 on:** February 09, 2009, 03:13:28 pm »

Quote from: MusicMan on February 09, 2009, 03:09:47 pm

Flatly denied by Wade

"We have MVP-caliber players in left field and at first base, and we think Michael Bourn deserves the opportunity to play on an everyday basis [in center field]." - Ed Wade

So, does this mean that Cecil Cooper is finally going to get it and be on-board with the wishes of his boss? I hope so.

homer · « **Reply #17 on:** February 09, 2009, 03:17:34 pm »

Quote from: MusicMan on February 09, 2009, 03:09:47 pm

Flatly denied by Wade

That is what makes it a sneak attack.

MusicMan · « **Reply #18 on:** February 09, 2009, 03:18:19 pm »

Quote from: Noe in Austin on February 09, 2009, 03:13:28 pm

"We have MVP-caliber players in left field and at first base, and we think Michael Bourn deserves the opportunity to play on an everyday basis [in center field]." - Ed Wade

So, does this mean that Cecil Cooper is finally going to get it and be on-board with the wishes of his boss? I hope so.

Wade said nothing of actually leading off.

Noe · « **Reply #19 on:** February 09, 2009, 07:05:04 pm »

Quote from: MusicMan on February 09, 2009, 03:18:19 pm

Wade said nothing of actually leading off.

True, so they should settle on a spot for him in the lineup and then forgetaboutit. Bat him 8th for all I care, if that is where Cooper wants to relegate the young man. But bouncing him around is no way to treat a young player. Also benching him the first sign that the media is whining about the young kid is no way to manage either.

jester9450 · « **Reply #20 on:** February 10, 2009, 12:07:35 am »

Dam'it sign him move carlos back 3rd and roll with it.

Russe · « **Reply #21 on:** February 10, 2009, 01:35:25 am »

I've never seen him play the position, but I can only imagine how comically bad Lee's range at third would be. There's a reason he was moved off the hot corner in the first place.

Astroholic · « **Reply #22 on:** February 10, 2009, 08:28:59 am »

Quote from: jester9450 on February 10, 2009, 12:07:35 am

Dam'it sign him move carlos back 3rd and roll with it.

Hell, I bet Bagwell has learned how to throw left handed by now.

BUWebguy · « **Reply #23 on:** February 10, 2009, 08:59:28 am »

Quote from: Astroholic on February 10, 2009, 08:28:59 am

Hell, I bet Bagwell has learned how to throw left handed by now.

If he hasn't, then why the heck are we keeping him on the roster? I say cut him. Or trade him for A-Rod.

JimR · « **Reply #24 on:** February 10, 2009, 09:17:07 am »

Quote from: jester9450 on February 10, 2009, 12:07:35 am

Dam'it sign him move carlos back 3rd and roll with it.

you fucking idiot. go away.

chuck · « **Reply #25 on:** February 10, 2009, 09:44:44 am »

Quote from: JimR on February 10, 2009, 09:17:07 am

you fucking idiot. go away.

I could certainly be wrong but I think he means third in the line-up, not third base. Not that that makes a tremendous amount of sense, either.

hostros7 · « **Reply #26 on:** February 10, 2009, 12:29:09 pm »

Quote from: chuck on February 10, 2009, 09:44:44 am

I could certainly be wrong but I think he means third in the line-up, not third base. Not that that makes a tremendous amount of sense, either.

It's kind of you to give him with the benifit of the doubt, but, unfortunately, I fear you are wrong and indeed he is that dumb.

Noe · « **Reply #27 on:** February 10, 2009, 01:11:47 pm »

There is always the chance that this was a brilliant sarcastic remark. I think I'll go with that one because I thought it was hilarious!

JimR · « **Reply #28 on:** February 10, 2009, 01:43:51 pm »

Quote from: Noe in Austin on February 10, 2009, 01:11:47 pm

There is always the chance that this was a brilliant sarcastic remark. I think I'll go with that one because I thought it was hilarious!

i hope you're right.

Randy Watson · « **Reply #29 on:** February 10, 2009, 03:44:47 pm »

In what universe is Carlos Lee an MVP caliber player?

That being said, I agree we have no place for Dunn.

Andyzipp · « **Reply #30 on:** February 10, 2009, 03:56:01 pm »

Quote from: Randy Watson on February 10, 2009, 03:44:47 pm

In what universe is Carlos Lee an MVP caliber player?

That being said, I agree we have no place for Dunn.

Since MVP is largely a function of offense, I'd say Lee was playing as well as anyone in the league last year before he was hurt.

Of course, so was Berkman in April and May...

Randy Watson · « **Reply #31 on:** February 10, 2009, 04:19:25 pm »

Quote from: Andyzipp on February 10, 2009, 03:56:01 pm

Since MVP is largely a function of offense, I'd say Lee was playing as well as anyone in the league last year before he was hurt.

Of course, so was Berkman in April and May...

Even ignoring his below average defense and him playing a non-premium position, he does not get on base enough or run the bases well enough to merit discussion as an MVP caliber offensive force.

Saf · « **Reply #32 on:** February 10, 2009, 04:57:37 pm »

Quote from: Randy Watson on February 10, 2009, 04:19:25 pm

Even ignoring his below average defense and him playing a non-premium position, he does not get on base enough or run the bases well enough to merit discussion as an MVP caliber offensive force.

Neither does Ryan Howard, yet he came within a hair last year of winning the MVP.

Noe · « **Reply #33 on:** February 10, 2009, 05:05:42 pm »

Quote from: Saf on February 10, 2009, 04:57:37 pm

Neither does Ryan Howard, yet he came within a hair last year of winning the MVP.

Clarkie! Nice...

Saf · « **Reply #34 on:** February 10, 2009, 05:22:58 pm »

Quote from: Noe in Austin on February 10, 2009, 05:05:42 pm

Clarkie! Nice...

Read more, post less. I've been reading since the Big Freight Train days, so at this rate I'll post again around 2018.

Arky Vaughan · « **Reply #35 on:** February 10, 2009, 05:23:58 pm »

Quote from: Randy Watson on February 10, 2009, 04:19:25 pm

Even ignoring his below average defense and him playing a non-premium position, he does not get on base enough or run the bases well enough to merit discussion as an MVP caliber offensive force.

When was the last time the MVP voters gave a damn about getting on base?

Limey · « **Reply #36 on:** February 10, 2009, 05:52:03 pm »

Quote from: Arky Vaughan on February 10, 2009, 05:23:58 pm

When was the last time the MVP voters gave a damn about getting on base?

1990.

VirtualBob · « **Reply #37 on:** February 10, 2009, 06:07:58 pm »

Quote from: Saf on February 10, 2009, 05:22:58 pm

Read more, post less. I've been reading since the Big Freight Train days, so at this rate I'll post again around 2018.

Are you really Morgan Ensberg?

Oh wait ... you did connect when you finally swung.

Saf · « **Reply #38 on:** February 10, 2009, 06:18:10 pm »

Quote from: VirtualBob on February 10, 2009, 06:07:58 pm

Are you really Morgan Ensberg?

Oh wait ... you did connect when you finally swung.

If I change my posting style next time, then you'll know.

D.WARD · « **Reply #39 on:** February 10, 2009, 08:03:26 pm »

U FOO!

Noe · « **Reply #40 on:** February 10, 2009, 09:04:36 pm »

Ahhhh... we must be getting closer to spring training. Once D WARD drops the first U FOO on someone, it's like the swallows of Capistrano coming home from their winter hiatus. Spring training is near!

chuck · « **Reply #41 on:** February 10, 2009, 10:28:52 pm »

Yeah, what the hell's going on around here? Dude with two posts is bringing it strong and then out of nowhere D-Dub shows up. I had no idea he was out of jail already.

Limey · « **Reply #42 on:** February 11, 2009, 06:22:09 am »

Quote from: chuck on February 10, 2009, 10:28:52 pm

Yeah, what the hell's going on around here? Dude with two posts is bringing it strong and then out of nowhere D-Dub shows up. I had no idea he was out of jail already.

It's a catch and release program.

JimR · « **Reply #43 on:** February 11, 2009, 07:41:54 am »

Quote from: Randy Watson on February 10, 2009, 04:19:25 pm

Even ignoring his below average defense and him playing a non-premium position, he does not get on base enough or run the bases well enough to merit discussion as an MVP caliber offensive force.

pray tell what is a "non-premium" position? total bs post.

VirtualBob · « **Reply #44 on:** February 11, 2009, 08:51:24 am »

Quote from: JimR on February 11, 2009, 07:41:54 am

pray tell what is a "non-premium" position? total bs post.

missionary?

MikeyBoy · « **Reply #45 on:** February 11, 2009, 09:49:44 am »

Quote from: VirtualBob on February 11, 2009, 08:51:24 am

missionary?

Being married for eight years now, I will argue that any position is indeed premium.

Anit · « **Reply #46 on:** February 11, 2009, 02:23:43 pm »

Dunn to the Nats on a two-year deal

http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=3900143

GreatBagwellsBeard · « **Reply #47 on:** February 11, 2009, 04:16:44 pm »

Quote from: Anit on February 11, 2009, 02:23:43 pm

Dunn to the Nats on a two-year deal

http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=3900143

And one less possible destination for Manny. I love it.