First domino of trade season falls. Eduardo Escobar to the Angels for 2 minor leaguers, Coleman Crow (#8 Fangraphs LAA Org) and Landon Marceau (#25 LAA Org). Both RHP.
After the asinine comments Dave St. Peter made last year blaming the fans for not showing up in the last few months I think he needs to go if the attendance sags again. It was not a good product to watch and I can't blame anyone for not showing up those few months.
Royals general manager J.J. Picollo went on record to quash speculation about a Perez deal, saying the organization doesn’t “have any intention of trading Salvy and it’s not something we are looking to do”
Back to Chapman, I don't want him at all.
My theory is a change a hitting coach can make a difference. A few years ago the Mets, I think, fired theirs and I think brought someone in from outside their org and they turned it around fast.
He wants to finish his career there and help the next era of players learn the game. If he didn't have a ring I'd say he might be willing to go to a contender.
I'm not even concerned yet. Castro is showing he can play a good enough CF and is getting hits at the plate as well. I don't want him out there daily but between him and MAT they're fine.