Riverbrian

My guess was that the Padres were at a money wall at the time so creativity was necessary to land a talented bullpen arm. Starter, years of service made Paddack much higher value so the money to pay Rogers evened out the deal and kept the Padres budget inside where that wall was. Of course... that wall has come down since. ? Just a guess of course.

That picture of Jack Morris might be a clue... Or is that a photo of Chili Davis.

Well... Thank You. I'm not going to get any sleep tonight because I'll be trying to figure out how this is even possible. Freel hit 22 Home Runs so he probably couldn't reach the OF. ? Gallo has the strength to reach the warning track with his pop ups. His home run total of 177 is tops on the list while his 12 GDP is lowest on the list. The Twins just got a rare player indeed.

I could also be wrong... because you are right... we don't know. I know I don't and I assume that the truth is probably where it usually is... somewhere in the middle buried out of sight in a pile of nuance. In the void, alternative theories fly around the globe at 21st century social media speed. I just push back against these incredible accusations that the front office is capable of doing things that very few people in all walks of life would do. 1. I'd guess that cards are kept close to the vest but there are only 30 teams in this small group. I'd have to assume that if Boras says that the Pirates are offering 10.5M (For example) and the Pirates were not in at 10.5... Boras could never play that card again. Because the Pirates would eventually let everyone know that that they were not in at 10.5. 2. Gallo isn't saving face for the Twins front office. According to the responses on Twinsdaily. It was pie in the face. They wanted him because they think he can help is the only thing that makes sense. 3. My guess... is you are right on this one. Smaller market team that doesn't want to move prospects to plug a hole. Brewers maybe, Orioles? I'm guessing but I think you are right. Anyway... I was just pushing back. I'm as lost as everyone else in this world.

I'm not sure I agree but I like the minority viewpoint pulling up a chair to the table. Put your helmet on. The Rocks should start coming soon.

Both players acquired by the Padres are no longer with the Padres. The players acquired by the Twins are still Twins.

Isnt it odd when you find yourself in the position of having to defend something you dont believe. just to try and restore balance, reason, normalcy. ?

I have never researched this... Nor would I so I have no point of reference. However, that has to be one of the strangest stats out there.

I won't argue with your last paragraph. I would have spent the money elsewhere. I will argue your first paragraph. Because if the money could have been spent elsewhere... there is no desperation for Boras to capitalize on. They are not going to pay 11 million for someone they could get for the minimum or on a minor league deal... Nobody is that charming not even Boras. The most likely explanation is the Twins actually wanted Gallo and so did somebody else. Is it more likely that: A. The Twins wanted Gallo and signed him for 11 million when they could have had him for the minimum because Boras is charming and they have no way of vetting information because all the people who are in the room are in on the gag. ? B. The Twins wanted Gallo and signed him for 11 million because another team or teams were also interested. 2nd Paragraph. People take these 280 character or less rumblings, twist the little crumbs of information to build unbelievable narratives. Apparently, the Twins front office is capable of making decisions that almost nobody over the age of 10 would make.

Gallo would have to refuse to report to Spring Training in order for spring training to mean anything to his presence on the 26 man roster. He could show up and hit .000 and he will go north with the team. ?

I won't defend the signing. I'll simply wait the off-season to conclude and then take a look at it all before I decide if I'm happy or not. But... wow... the prices this year are really something.

It certainly wasn't what I expected... and I will also go on record saying that he wasn't my first choice and probably not my 12th choice either. However... you make a good point. Bellinger just got 17.5M. If Bellinger can get 17.5 for what he did two years ago. Gallo at 11M doesn't seem so crazy in comparison. There is player value and there is market value. Market Value has gone through the roof this year.

Now this is what my pre-mature concern would be with this acquisition. What if he is 2022 and 2021 Gallo? If he is... this 11 million was a mistake. Will they double down on that mistake? I don't mind them making the 11 million dollar mistake... all teams make those and those mistakes don't kill you if you step away from it. What kills you is doubling down on the mistake by playing the mistake over and over. Gallo can't keep hurting us if we don't put him in position to hurt us. Make Gallo earn the playing time. They doubled down on the Morrison mistake? I about lost my mind over it. Didn't matter how loud he struggled. He kept getting shoved out there instead of trying anybody else. We don't have to keep turning to Gallo if he is struggling or Kepler for that matter.... or anybody on the 26 man roster. We can make them EARN that playing time. We can make them compete fairly for playing time with Gordon, Larnach, Kirilloff and Garlick. The players will tell you who should play by their actual play. Many think we should just hand the job to Larnach... I'm ok with Larnach getting the job providing that he is performing better than the others. I have no problem with Gallo and his 11 million dollars watching Larnach play if Gallo is going to be Gallo from 2021 and 2022. Just giving someone a job without any competition is a recipe for eventually having Jake Cave in your OF during a pennant chase. If I could make one request of this front office it would be this. Quit shoving these failing players like Morrison and Pagan at us over and over again because the projections suggest they are supposed to be better. It's crappy play that kills you... don't reward it. Based on the dollars... I assume Gallo is going to be on the roster. I'll give him a chance... I won't give him chance after chance after chance. If they eat 11 million... they eat 11 million. Do not double down. I'll reserve judgement.

This stuff drives me crazy. It's one thing to be disappointed in a front office in comparison with their peers. Or the most often used... They didn't do what I wanted them to do... viewpoint. It's another thing to suggest that they would pay 11 million when nobody else is offering anything. Would you pay $100 bucks for milk when it's priced at $5. The accusations that are made lack the important element of real life perspective.

No matter what you pay and who you pay... You pay for depth. If we would have signed Correa for 351 million. The addition of Correa deepens the team. The question is: Is the player you are adding better than the player who comes off the 40 man. I assume Contreras. I believe that Correa is better than Contreras and I know that might be controversial to some. ? Is Gallo better than Contreras? That is really the debate. Or could they have reached a deal with someone else who is better than Contreras of course. As things stand right now. Celestino just got pushed off the 26 man to St. Paul and that's good because he should start in St. Paul. I'll wait for the off-season to conclude to pass judgement.

I'm not knocking the disciplined approach. We all know that there are financial limitations. However, at the top of the FA pile, it's probably safe to assume, disciplined probably works best after the undisciplined get up from the table and leave.

Cell Phone Rings Falvey: Hey Scott, Have you got some good news. Boras: I do have good news... Just letting you know that the Giants just came in at 13 Years and 350 Big ones. Why don't you get with your people and see if you can top that. Falvey: I'll call you right back. (Hangs Up) Falvey: Call Christian's agent... Tell him we have a deal at 3 and 30.

As fans we tend to look at Free Agency from the standpoint of a team shopping for a SS. It's the opposite. The SS is shopping for a team. What's next... we need offense.

Boras: Hello Giants Organization and Fans. I see you've met the Twins... Now, let me introduce you to a franchise that can actually get you to move from 12 years to 13.

Good Morning... I slept great. What is everyone talking about this morning?

Me Neither. It was clear they were not looking for a catcher in return so a third team was needed. After that... It's odd.

Well if Arraez for Lopez ends up being the case... I have five thoughts. 1. I'll wait to make judgement when the off-season is over. 2. I thought we needed two big upgrades on offense with Arraez still on the roster. I think we will need 3 if Arraez is traded. 3. Once Arraez is gone. Christian Vazquez becomes the 2nd highest BA on the team. 4. Luis is fun to watch at the plate. Perhaps the hitter I looked the most forward to. 5. If we acquire Pablo Lopez and we already have Jorge Lopez... We might as well go get Reynaldo from the White Sox and corner the market.