MLB 2014 Season

[Chico23231]

So O's and Nat's wont get to the World Series after going into the playoffs with expectations one at least would.

Whats the problem with both teams? I think the coaching on both sides is legit.

The Orioles need to lock up Cruz and they need to find a two starters. I knew that Chris Davis contract was a bad idea, FO couldnt help themselves but he can still bounce back. I hope that wont stop them from locking up Cruz. How are they gonna handle the disappointment which is Matt Wieters? He needs to stay healthy and produce period.

The Nats have less problems in my opinion. I think they need to find a leader in the bullpen, couple of those guys who are suppose to be the top arms couldnt handle pressure playoff situations. Ive kept repeating this from day one, Ryan Zimmerman, Jayson Werth and Laroche are not the answer at 3-4-5 in the line up. The FO made terrible decisions in those contracts. Nats pitching is tops in the league and they have outstanding young talent with Rendon, Bryce, Ramos, Desmond and I hope they keep Asdrubal Cabrera around. Span does a good job as well, but you could get more at the top of the order.

The future is bright for both, but there need to be some obvious changes.

[over the mountain]

Originally Posted by Chico23231

So O's and Nat's wont get to the World Series after going into the playoffs with expectations one at least would.

Whats the problem with both teams? I think the coaching on both sides is legit.

The Orioles need to lock up Cruz and they need to find a two starters. I knew that Chris Davis contract was a bad idea, FO couldnt help themselves but he can still bounce back. I hope that wont stop them from locking up Cruz. How are they gonna handle the disappointment which is Matt Wieters? He needs to stay healthy and produce period.



The future is bright for both, but there need to be some obvious changes.

the Os didnt sign Davis to a huge long term deal. He is on arbitration. his arb number should be manageable given his disappointing 2014 campaign.

cruz is good but his legs are going, so he is starting his decline. everyone is saying it will take a 4 year deal, but will he take DH money instead of RF money?

weiters is not a disappointment. this was his first injury. he is one of the best defensive catchers in the league. his bat was doing very well before the injury. some speculate that his pitch calling isnt as great as thought bc the joseph/hundley duo did very well with our starters.

no weiters and machado was the difference against KC. hundley wasnt tested but he has a throw out rate of 15%. both put up paltry hitting numbers. joseph's error yesterday would not have been made by weiters.

[Chico23231]

Originally Posted by over the mountain

the Os didnt sign Davis to a huge long term deal. He is on arbitration. his arb number should be manageable given his disappointing 2014 campaign.

cruz is good but his legs are going, so he is starting his decline. everyone is saying it will take a 4 year deal, but will he take DH money instead of RF money?

weiters is not a disappointment. this was his first injury. he is one of the best defensive catchers in the league. his bat was doing very well before the injury. some speculate that his pitch calling isnt as great as thought bc the joseph/hundley duo did very well with our starters.

no weiters and machado was the difference against KC. hundley wasnt tested but he has a throw out rate of 15%. both put up paltry hitting numbers. joseph's error yesterday would not have been made by weiters.

With all the hype, Wieters has been a disappointment...I thought they got a deal done with Davis...my bad. Cruz easily was the reason the O's won the east, I wouldnt break the bank but he was the difference maker. Machado needs to stay healthy, he could be great

So your good with the starting pitching? hmmm, i think its suspect.

[BaltimoreSkins]

Originally Posted by Chico23231

With all the hype, Wieters has been a disappointment...I thought they got a deal done with Davis...my bad. Cruz easily was the reason the O's won the east, I wouldnt break the bank but he was the difference maker. Machado needs to stay healthy, he could be great

So your good with the starting pitching? hmmm, i think its suspect.

Here is my off season wish list: Bull Pen, I don't want them to throw money around for a No. 1 starter the current trend is teams over paying for their services. I think Gausman is going to be the guy next year for our no. 1. We need a quality infielder that can play 3rd base and spell Schoop at second in short I don't trust Manny to stay healthy. First base I am cool with giving Davis the spot and letting him hit 7th. Cruz is tough because we also have Miller and Markakis as free agents. Markakis is the better all around ball player but Cruz at the plate is great, but for how long? He is 34 and will be 35 most of next year. Miller is going to be offered closer money after his playoff performance.