The Rays did not tank this year. They traded an old, overpaid player and got something in return. Projections had them with a similar record as the Twins, until the Rays lost two starting pitchers before the session started. They also added decent veterans. In no way were they tanking the year. As for Rodney... Results matter, just as process does.
Even a regressed Morrison is better than the existing alternatives. Not defending the move, just saying a normal year for him is better than any internal option. There risk was fairly low, imo
The blue Jays were largely projected to be better than the twins, and they have been. I'm not sure I would expect a series win. Might happen, but might not.
No issues, was kind of snarky way to put that.....I have no idea if Romero is ready or not, but I don't think the number of AAA starts is the right measure, that was kind of my point, which I made poorly.
I'm confused. I thought they could promote from AA, and that's why it is ok Gordon and Gonsalves are there? If so, I'd assume they can promote after little AAA time.....