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Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers.

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Cubs sign Hunter Harvey to a 1 year deal. There's your velo/strike out arm in the pen

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 27, 2025, 13:44:26, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

https://x.com/MLBNetwork/status/2005000283961868655?s=20

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Pirates sign Ryan O'Hearn to 2 year deal. Pittsburgh might actually be trying this year*

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 23, 2025, 14:23:15, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

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Cubs sign another bullpen depth piece: Jacob Webb

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 23, 2025, 12:19:44, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

Limits hard contact.
http://x.com/i/status/2003524077026226630

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Craig fits so perfectly with Jed lol. They love the same guys

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 23, 2025, 14:24:40, in reply to "Cubs sign another bullpen depth piece: Jacob Webb "

Soft tossers with red all over their savant page.

Another dude that won’t light up radar guns but gets lots of weak contact, lots of outs on swings out of the zone. Not many ground balls though.

Milner, Thielbar, Maton, Webb is decent bullpen work.

they have acquired like every Texas Rangers reliever*

Posted by OrangeSox <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OrangeSox' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 23, 2025, 13:22:44, in reply to "Cubs sign another bullpen depth piece: Jacob Webb "

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*pokes Cubs* Come on, do something!*

Posted by Gene Parmesan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Gene+Parmesan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 22, 2025, 15:12:09, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

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They did sign Cristian Bethencourt. *

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 22, 2025, 15:42:13, in reply to "*pokes Cubs* Come on, do something!*"

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Mets trade Jeff McNeill to A's for rookie ball pitcher

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 22, 2025, 14:48:03, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

Mets also sending cash.
http://x.com/i/status/2003198562814099500

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Willson Contreras headed to the Red Sox per SOURCES!*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=SurfTheBoneyard' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 21, 2025, 19:00:37, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Passan confirms

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 21, 2025, 19:19:31, in reply to "Willson Contreras headed to the Red Sox per SOURCES!*"

https://x.com/JeffPassan/status/2002910072595456349?s=20

Full trade, per ESPN sources:

Red Sox get: 1B Willson Contreras and $8 million to cover part of his remaining $41.5 million in salary

Cardinals get: RHP Hunter Dobbins, RHP Yhoiker Fajardo and RHP Blake Aita

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Seems pretty clear this is a clear payroll and see what they have year.

Last chances for guys like Gorman, Walker and Nootbaar.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

would be really nice if Noot stayed healthy and played to his potential through July

Posted by jayd <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=jayd' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 21, 2025, 20:49:22, in reply to "Seems pretty clear this is a clear payroll and see what they have year."

then get a nice return for him at the deadline

White Sox sign Murakami to 2/$34. I'm intrigued to see how he does

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 21, 2025, 9:27:52, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

Lot of concern that he can't hit fastballs that killed his market. Seems like a good risk for the Sox to take imo.

Good chance he busts but worth the risk

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 21, 2025, 9:40:12, in reply to "White Sox sign Murakami to 2/$34. I'm intrigued to see how he does"

And if he succeeds he’ll be a FA at 27

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Lot of concern that he can't hit fastballs that killed his market. Seems like a good risk for the Sox to take imo.

Definitely worth the risk. They're not really spending that much elsewhere anyways

Posted by UofIL6 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=UofIL6' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 21, 2025, 11:03:15, in reply to "Good chance he busts but worth the risk"

And, if he does well, it's well worth the $$

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And if he succeeds he’ll be a FA at 27

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Lot of concern that he can't hit fastballs that killed his market. Seems like a good risk for the Sox to take imo.

Shorter version: they're not spending anywhere.

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 22, 2025, 14:57:01, in reply to "Definitely worth the risk. They're not really spending that much elsewhere anyways"

Ton of swing and miss and didn't fare well against velo over 95 mph.

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 21, 2025, 10:36:31, in reply to "Good chance he busts but worth the risk"

But power is super intriguing

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And if he succeeds he’ll be a FA at 27

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Lot of concern that he can't hit fastballs that killed his market. Seems like a good risk for the Sox to take imo.

Per Ken Rosenthal, Orioles close to acquiring Shane Baz from Rays for prospects*

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 19, 2025, 12:07:15, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

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Quite a haul for Tampa

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 19, 2025, 12:23:47, in reply to "Per Ken Rosenthal, Orioles close to acquiring Shane Baz from Rays for prospects*"

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Yikes, that’s a ton to pay for a middle of the road pitcher.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 19, 2025, 12:34:36, in reply to "Quite a haul for Tampa"

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I’m a fan of Shane Baz.

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 19, 2025, 13:15:15, in reply to "Yikes, that’s a ton to pay for a middle of the road pitcher.*"

He was on my list of guys I wanted the Cubs to go after at the deadline.

Not on my list Zach Gallen so I pray we don’t end up with him

Probably but also he’s just 26, with 3 years of control left. He had OK year

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 19, 2025, 13:09:04, in reply to "Yikes, that’s a ton to pay for a middle of the road pitcher.*"

With much better numbers on the road and away from the minor league park.

I don’t know enough about those prospects to say anything definitive but it wouldn’t shock me if Baz was a solid-to-good SP for the Os for the next 3 years.

Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

I really like Bodine as a future starting catcher. Great defense and solid offense *

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 19, 2025, 14:49:57, in reply to "Probably but also he’s just 26, with 3 years of control left. He had OK year "

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Quite a haul for Tampa

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 19, 2025, 12:21:18, in reply to "Per Ken Rosenthal, Orioles close to acquiring Shane Baz from Rays for prospects*"

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Delete_duplicate *

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 19, 2025, 12:07:12, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

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Pirates, Rays, Astros discussing 3 team trade involving Brandon Lowe

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 19, 2025, 12:01:41, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

https://www.mlb.com/news/mlb-rumors-trades-and-signings?adobe_mc=TS%3D1766167182%7CMCMID%3D19586968728856995028527371959857985118%7CMCORGID%3DA65F776A5245B01B0A490D44%40AdobeOrg&affiliateId=mlbapp-android_webview&rsid=mlbat.bat.android&theme=dark

Pirates would receive: 2B Brandon Lowe, OF Jake Mangum, LHP Mason Montgomery

Astros would receive: RHP Mike Burrows

Rays would receive: OF Jacob Melton (Astros' No. 2 prospect), RHP Anderson Brito (Astros' No. 7 prospect)

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Pirates are trying to Get Lowe. *

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 19, 2025, 12:23:33, in reply to "Pirates, Rays, Astros discussing 3 team trade involving Brandon Lowe"

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"the sum value of my outfit will always be higher than yours."

*sigh**

Posted by Gene Parmesan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Gene+Parmesan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 19, 2025, 8:10:05, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

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Sung Mun Song allegedly 3/15 to the Padres. Guessing he moves to 2b and Cronenworth traded….

Posted by LeatherneckIllini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=LeatherneckIllini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 19, 2025, 7:42:49, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

or could be their new 1b. If so, wonder if all the “big trade” news about Preller last week doesn’t pan out. Just short a bench bat and SP now.

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Apparently Bellinger and Tucker wanting 8 year $400m deals per reports

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 19, 2025, 7:08:25, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

So do i, gentlemen!.

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I am interested to see what they get. It was nice of Jed to give Bellinger to the Yankees for free.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on December 19, 2025, 10:08:42, in reply to "Apparently Bellinger and Tucker wanting 8 year $400m deals per reports "

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So do i, gentlemen!.

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Michael King resigning with Padres per Passan

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 18, 2025, 22:04:48, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

Feinsand report:
https://x.com/i/status/2001864391642214627

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HAPPY DANCE*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=LeatherneckIllini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 18, 2025, 22:16:38, in reply to "Michael King resigning with Padres per Passan "

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Jed heard the clamoring for a big signing out of Japan

Posted by RVA <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=RVA' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 18, 2025, 16:01:49, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

I guess this shows confidence in not needing to platoon Busch?

Austin is right handed

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 18, 2025, 16:15:26, in reply to "Jed heard the clamoring for a big signing out of Japan"

When he last played in MLB he was a career .884 OPS vs left handed pitching

So if they didn’t want to give Busch PAs vs lefties he’s probably insurance there at a minimum.

Giants have checked in with Cubs on Nico Hoerner per Susan Slusser

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 15:24:46, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

No idea what Cubs would even want/get in deal and you gotta think it is dependent on Cubs getting Bregman. And moving Shaw to 2b

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Fuck Matt Shaw.*

Posted by KingTalkyTiki <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=KingTalkyTiki' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 15:52:25, in reply to "Giants have checked in with Cubs on Nico Hoerner per Susan Slusser"

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No idea what Cubs would even want/get in deal and you gotta think it is dependent on Cubs getting Bregman. And moving Shaw to 2b

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"You must own the honor of being the whitest, military vet, fat, multiple state property owner but most of all the one who hates their own country the most in our country."

Can we get someone.... anyone to trade for Shaw. Would love that.*

Posted by ibdoc <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=ibdoc' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 16:18:44, in reply to "Fuck Matt Shaw.*"

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No idea what Cubs would even want/get in deal and you gotta think it is dependent on Cubs getting Bregman. And moving Shaw to 2b

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Ricketty is going to step in and make sure Matt Shaw has a job on the Cubs for as long as he wants.

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'>$ on December 17, 2025, 16:22:35, in reply to "Can we get someone.... anyone to trade for Shaw. Would love that.*"

He will not stand for a dual white-lib infield of Bregman and Nico.

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I would be extremely surprised if the Cubs traded Nico even if they signed Bregman

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 15:31:00, in reply to "Giants have checked in with Cubs on Nico Hoerner per Susan Slusser"

A team would have to overwhelm them with an offer particularly major league ready pitching

Dan et al- what would Nats’ motive to trade MacKenzie Gore be?

Posted by memyselfandillini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=memyselfandillini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 13:31:50, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

they have several young promising position players, and next to no starting rotation (2025 team ERA 5.85). Gore, with 2 years of control left is the head of a group including Cade Cavalli (some are bullish), Josiah Gray (mostly bearish) and several Hail Marys and 6.00+ ERA inning eaters.

Maybe Gore has already made it clear he is not signing his first big contract in DC, no matter what. If that’s the case I guess you get whatever you can while he is healthy. But not trying to keep him seems like another step backwards.

Not really sure if they will. I think they're just seeing what his market is

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 14:51:39, in reply to "Dan et al- what would Nats’ motive to trade MacKenzie Gore be?"

They may not feel they are ready to compete yet so they are seeing what their young stars will get them.

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they are still bad this year and 27 may be lost to labor issues. Might be the best time*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=LeatherneckIllini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 16:01:52, in reply to "Not really sure if they will. I think they're just seeing what his market is"

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They may not feel they are ready to compete yet so they are seeing what their young stars will get them.

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‘27 is a good point Leather. I just wonder why not try to keep him.*

Posted by memyselfandillini <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=memyselfandillini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 18, 2025, 23:31:00, in reply to "they are still bad this year and 27 may be lost to labor issues. Might be the best time*"

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Luke Weaver to Mets. Gets the same 2/$22M deal that Keller got from Phils.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 11:16:14, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

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Brad Keller to the Phillies*

Posted by Ron McDon <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ron+McDon' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 10:51:47, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

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as a phillies fan, how should i feel about this?*

Posted by lcubed <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=lcubed' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 11:03:30, in reply to "Brad Keller to the Phillies*"

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Brad Keller was awesome last year

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 11:08:39, in reply to "as a phillies fan, how should i feel about this?*"

The Cubs signed him to a minor league deal and he came to camp pumping 100.

He didn't quite throw that hard through the year more 98 but he was great.

He got paid by the Phillies with a 2 year $22 million. That's a lot for a reliever with very little track record of success.

I liked him a lot but as a Cub fan totally comfortable letting him walk for that.

We didn't call him Brad "The Animal Steel" Keller for nothing.*

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Cubs bringing back Thielbar per Jesse Rogers

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 16, 2025, 12:39:05, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

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I'm good with this.

Posted by Gene Parmesan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Gene+Parmesan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 8:45:46, in reply to "Cubs bringing back Thielbar per Jesse Rogers"

I feel like they could still use the following:

-SP who can bolster the front of the rotation
-High leverage RP
-Power bat

However, in the last week there have been stories talking about Caissie for the third role and Jaxon Wiggins as a rotation piece. So my guess is that their intitial overtures to FAs in those categories hasn't been all that fruitful.

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Seems to me that Bregman and Imai are who they want

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 9:30:51, in reply to "I'm good with this. "

They really like Bregman but I'm not sure that they'll be able to beat out the top offers especially if Arizona decides to just jump the market. And he's shown he's willing to wait around for the right deal

Imai of course we have an idea of when will know which is in January with his deadline. There's a report out there today that the Yankees and Cubs are expected to be finalists.

As for Caissie I would certainly expect for him and Ballesteros to start off with shots in the DH or for Caissie in RF when Seiya is not playing RF.

I would be very surprised if Jaxon Wiggins is in their plans to be a rotation piece for the bulk of the year. Things can happen like the injuries last year that forced Horton up but Wiggins should spent much of at least the early part of the year in Iowa and perhaps even if comes up will be working out of the pen. They have been very clear they want to spend on pitching but will see if they are able to do it.

I'm very happy that Thielbar is back. He was excellent last year. Just hope not paying too much for him.

If Bregman falls through, wonder if they go toward Murakami or the other Japanese 3b*

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 11:00:56, in reply to "Seems to me that Bregman and Imai are who they want"

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Do they really need a 3B? And by most accounts Murakami is a horrendous defensive 3B*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 11:23:59, in reply to "If Bregman falls through, wonder if they go toward Murakami or the other Japanese 3b*"

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No. I think they just specifically like Bregman. I would be very surprised if they’re in on Murakami

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 11:33:29, in reply to "Do they really need a 3B? And by most accounts Murakami is a horrendous defensive 3B*"

Especially since his deadline is Monday

YES.*

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Brewers trade OF Isaac Collins and RHP Nick Mears to Royals for LHP Angel Zerpa*

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Cardinals sign Dustin May to a 1 year deal

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 13, 2025, 15:43:59, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

nice pickup for the Cards. Could be a nice flip at the deadline. Cards needed a starter and he'll get the chance to show he can start.

https://x.com/BNightengale/status/1999957481704063410?s=20

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Was hoping the White Sox would

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nice pickup for the Cards. Could be a nice flip at the deadline. Cards needed a starter and he'll get the chance to show he can start.

https://x.com/BNightengale/status/1999957481704063410?s=20

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Was hoping the White Sox would

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 13, 2025, 17:03:41, in reply to "Cardinals sign Dustin May to a 1 year deal"

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nice pickup for the Cards. Could be a nice flip at the deadline. Cards needed a starter and he'll get the chance to show he can start.

https://x.com/BNightengale/status/1999957481704063410?s=20

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He started a lot last year and wasnt very good BUT he missed a lot if time before that

Posted by MC <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=MC' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 13, 2025, 16:32:12, in reply to "Cardinals sign Dustin May to a 1 year deal"

Good lottery ticket signing, could have the 2nd return from injury bump.

Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

It’s not a move the Cards should make*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 13, 2025, 17:05:25, in reply to "He started a lot last year and wasnt very good BUT he missed a lot if time before that "

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Good lottery ticket signing, could have the 2nd return from injury bump.

I was actually thinking it was a decent move. Why shouldn't they?

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 11:19:17, in reply to "It’s not a move the Cards should make*"

I don't imagine it's huge money, and he's gotten some time removed from his arm problems... seemed like he was an up and comer a few years ago.

I've seen the Cards make worse moves.

You hear me talking, hillbilly boy?

With you. It’s exactly the type of move they should be making*

Posted by CWR10 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CWR10' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 17, 2025, 15:02:58, in reply to "I was actually thinking it was a decent move. Why shouldn't they?"

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I don't imagine it's huge money, and he's gotten some time removed from his arm problems... seemed like he was an up and comer a few years ago.

I've seen the Cards make worse moves.

with this rebuild, I'm cool with it. It's a low risk move and if he is good

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 13, 2025, 18:29:17, in reply to "It’s not a move the Cards should make*"

he's traded at the deadline to acquire more young talent

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Good lottery ticket signing, could have the 2nd return from injury bump.

Lane Thomas to Kansas City per Heyman and Will Sammons*

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 17:49:05, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

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Cubs sign lefty Hoby Milner to 1 year 3.5m deal. Solid lefty. Groundball guy *

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 13:46:27, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

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WE’RE BACK, BABY!!!*

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 14:24:20, in reply to "Cubs sign lefty Hoby Milner to 1 year 3.5m deal. Solid lefty. Groundball guy *"

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"the sum value of my outfit will always be higher than yours."

IT'S HAPPENING!!!!!*

Posted by shua <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=shua' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 14:41:31, in reply to "WE’RE BACK, BABY!!!*"

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Hobys always had solid peripherals and was pretty great last year until September

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CanHartlebHireSnider' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 14:08:57, in reply to "Cubs sign lefty Hoby Milner to 1 year 3.5m deal. Solid lefty. Groundball guy *"

Counsell guy obviously but fits the Jed mold.

Pretty red savant page. Solid replacement for Thielbar and Pomeranz imo. Two under the radar pickups last year which ended up being much better than their offer to Tanner Scott.

Please no Zac Gallen. We already wasted that money on Shota.

Hoby-Milner-Stats-Statcast-Visuals-Advanced-Metrics-baseballsavant-com

Your move, Dodgers

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 13:55:27, in reply to "Cubs sign lefty Hoby Milner to 1 year 3.5m deal. Solid lefty. Groundball guy *"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

a negative WAR player over the last two seasons with a career 1.23 WHIP

Posted by Gene Parmesan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Gene+Parmesan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 13:52:21, in reply to "Cubs sign lefty Hoby Milner to 1 year 3.5m deal. Solid lefty. Groundball guy *"

oh boy.

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He's an extreme groundball LHP in front of the best infield defense in baseball

Posted by GMAW <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=GMAW' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 14:42:29, in reply to "a negative WAR player over the last two seasons with a career 1.23 WHIP"

I've been as critical of the Cubs' refusal to spend as anyone, but this is a solid acquisition.

fair enough. I trust your judgment*

Posted by Gene Parmesan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Gene+Parmesan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 14:48:40, in reply to "He's an extreme groundball LHP in front of the best infield defense in baseball"

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I've been as critical of the Cubs' refusal to spend as anyone, but this is a solid acquisition.

Robert Suarez to Braves. 3 years. $45m. Will be set up man for Iglesias *

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 12:05:58, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

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Dammit. This is the worst offseason ever.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 15:55:35, in reply to "Robert Suarez to Braves. 3 years. $45m. Will be set up man for Iglesias *"

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Looking forward to the Cardinals big splash this offseason*

Posted by CWR10 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CWR10' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 8:11:29, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

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Im good with the Chaim Bloom plan of trading everyone.

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 10:45:23, in reply to "Looking forward to the Cardinals big splash this offseason*"

Deal Donovan, Nootbaar, Arenado, Romero, Contreras. This should of been done a couple years ago by DeWitt and Mozeliak. At least Bloom will do it.

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Just pick a lane... whichever one they can justify... enough fence sitting.

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 14:12:39, in reply to "Im good with the Chaim Bloom plan of trading everyone. "

If it's going to be a teardown/rebuild, I have some level of trust that baseball will endure in STL and eventually recover.

If they're going to try to compete, then stop insulting the fans' intelligence and find a way to spend.

Pick one. Don't care which.

You hear me talking, hillbilly boy?

Well said*

Posted by CWR10 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CWR10' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 14:36:43, in reply to "Just pick a lane... whichever one they can justify... enough fence sitting."

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Im in same boat. I think hiring Bloom is them picking that lane. Bloom is a known rebuilder*

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 15:48:54, in reply to "Well said*"

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Got that sweet revenue sharing money for the first time ever

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=BradUnderwoodforprez' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 8:15:38, in reply to "Looking forward to the Cardinals big splash this offseason*"

So there’s that.

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I have a theory that the DeWitts are positioning to sell the team*

Posted by CWR10 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=CWR10' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 8:41:52, in reply to "Got that sweet revenue sharing money for the first time ever"

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I could see it. Not sure who would be in position to buy.

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 10:48:46, in reply to "I have a theory that the DeWitts are positioning to sell the team*"

At least someone MLB would want to own a team. They've pretty much kept guys like Mark Cuban and Bezos from buying a team

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Heard something this morning on mlb network radio as i was coming in

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 7:56:56, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

Apparently talks between Padres and Mets about a deal that would send Lindor to San Diego? Seemed to be a leadership/power struggle between Lindor and Soto last year and Mets. Haven't really seen it mentioned elsewhere. So might just be conjecture.

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Per Heyman, it appears Cubs met with Alonso on Tuesday in Orlando

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 5:40:24, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

That is interesting. I'm guessing they didnt want to go 5 years, similar to the Mets and Red Sox. Also interesting that it does appear they are looking for another impact bat.

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The Cubs will "meet" with anyone long enough to figure out that they're going to want too long of a

Posted by Gene Parmesan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Gene+Parmesan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 9:10:18, in reply to "Per Heyman, it appears Cubs met with Alonso on Tuesday in Orlando"

deal or too much money. Then they will say that they tried but just couldn't get the numbers to work. Or some other BS.

Not that i'm all that enamored with Alonso anyway. But I see the pattern emerging.

One of Chairman Jerry's favorite tricks: guy who signed for 7 years and $350mm: "we offered 2 years

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"We offered two years and $100mm, same money...."

As a Sox fan, I can only hope the new guy has a LOT of big plans-and they're all in Chicago.

Wow, Mets didn’t even make an offer. Stearns clearly decided that this core was done here.

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 10, 2025, 12:42:29, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

Hard to blame him, but he better do some great stuff with the roster going forward. He might need 24/7 security if he keeps running this like the Brewers.

Have to think there are some splashes coming. I hope he’s not thinking he can Brewers this thing in the NY market.

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Pete Alonso to the Orioles*

Posted by Gene Parmesan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Gene+Parmesan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 10, 2025, 12:02:00, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

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Poor Michael Busch, not even gonna hit FA for another 4 years.*

Posted by Carl Spackler <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Carl+Spackler' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 10, 2025, 12:45:12, in reply to "Pete Alonso to the Orioles*"

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I HATE EVERYTHING AGAIN TODAY. Ouch, this one hurts.

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 10, 2025, 12:30:00, in reply to "Pete Alonso to the Orioles*"

I’m not giving a 31 year old DH that contract however.

Ok David Stearns, this is your team now. Do some fucking work here.

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The emotional fan part is upset, but I’m good on that deal

Posted by snipes824 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=snipes824' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 10, 2025, 12:19:43, in reply to "Pete Alonso to the Orioles*"

Ultimately, the Mets “core” that’s getting broken up never won anything. I’m good starting a semi-new direction.

But this mainly applies to Nimmo and Alonso. Diaz should have been resigned at that price.

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5/$155m. Mets fans gotta be pissed*

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 10, 2025, 12:05:34, in reply to "Pete Alonso to the Orioles*"

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Hooboy, I don’t blame the Mets one bit for not touching that.*

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Why? The 1B market isn't great but I can easily see Alonso not aging well*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 10, 2025, 12:21:12, in reply to "5/$155m. Mets fans gotta be pissed*"

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Losing Diaz and Alonso was my point. Plus fans upset with Nimmo trade

And really have done nothing (so far bit its still early, i know).

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I think Devin Williams can be just as good as Diaz

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 10, 2025, 12:29:35, in reply to "Losing Diaz and Alonso was my point. Plus fans upset with Nimmo trade "

The Nimmo deal is a bit weird but their IF defense has been upgraded by a lot

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He’s not going to be close to Diaz. He’s a set up man.*

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The Nimmo deal is a bit weird but their IF defense has been upgraded by a lot

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And really have done nothing (so far bit its still early, i know).

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lol, no he’s not*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 10, 2025, 12:42:48, in reply to "He’s not going to be close to Diaz. He’s a set up man.*"

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The Nimmo deal is a bit weird but their IF defense has been upgraded by a lot

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And really have done nothing (so far bit its still early, i know).

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LA sports reporter says Dodgers/Tigers framework trade w/Skubal in place

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 21:57:56, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

Long term extension and Detroit ownership approval still need to be had.

Not sure how true.
https://x.com/i/status/1998581017922183650

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This doesn’t seem to be getting taken seriously by any of the main insiders, but we’ll see*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 10, 2025, 9:08:27, in reply to "LA sports reporter says Dodgers/Tigers framework trade w/Skubal in place"

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Long term extension and Detroit ownership approval still need to be had.

Not sure how true.
https://x.com/i/status/1998581017922183650

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Im not seeing others talking this either. So glad I put the "Not sure how true" at the end *

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Long term extension and Detroit ownership approval still need to be had.

Not sure how true.
https://x.com/i/status/1998581017922183650

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Haha that’s wild*

Posted by illini21 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=illini21' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 10, 2025, 8:57:28, in reply to "LA sports reporter says Dodgers/Tigers framework trade w/Skubal in place"

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Long term extension and Detroit ownership approval still need to be had.

Not sure how true.
https://x.com/i/status/1998581017922183650

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Still fine*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 10, 2025, 8:07:40, in reply to "LA sports reporter says Dodgers/Tigers framework trade w/Skubal in place"

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Long term extension and Detroit ownership approval still need to be had.

Not sure how true.
https://x.com/i/status/1998581017922183650

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You hear me talking, hillbilly boy?

Jesus H Christ

Posted by Kajagoogoo <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Kajagoogoo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 10, 2025, 7:44:29, in reply to "LA sports reporter says Dodgers/Tigers framework trade w/Skubal in place"

Cubs reminder

Posted by VIV <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=VIV' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 17:33:11, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

5th lowest on the payroll to revenue ratio in baseball.

Small minded club.

https://twinstrivia.com/2025/04/05/mlb-teams-revenue-versus-payroll/

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"the sum value of my outfit will always be higher than yours."

oOo

interactive dice for class

"You must own the honor of being the whitest, military vet, fat, multiple state property owner but most of all the one who hates their own country the most in our country."

Eh, those guys are still paying off debt incurred from buying the team. *

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Off topic: is it okay if I shill here for my oceanfront real estate office located in Tucson?

#biblicallosses #barelybreakingeven

Posted by IlliniSax05 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniSax05' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 22:15:01, in reply to "Cubs reminder"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Cubs had zoom meeting with Bregman last week per Bruce Levine

Also sounds like RedSox are talking to Arizona about Ketel Marte

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5th lowest on the payroll to revenue ratio in baseball.

Small minded club.

https://twinstrivia.com/2025/04/05/mlb-teams-revenue-versus-payroll/

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Bruce Levine is a worthless shill for the owners

Posted by Gene Parmesan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Gene+Parmesan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 10, 2025, 8:35:03, in reply to "Cubs had zoom meeting with Bregman last week per Bruce Levine"

that's not to say his information is wrong, and certainly not intending to attack you for posting it. On the contrary, it's likely coming straight from the horse's mouth. But he constantly parrots the BS about them not being able to spend. So when Bregman inevitably ends up somewhere else, they can say they tried.

I completely agree with you regarding Levine

He tends to jump through a lot of hoops to defend ownership whenever someone questions them. Especially thr Forbes article about their discrepancy between money made and money spent.

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Chicago White Sox get the #1 overall draft pick in 2026 MLB Draft. Cards are 13th*

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 16:56:14, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

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Rock!*

Posted by UofIL6 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=UofIL6' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 17:01:59, in reply to "Chicago White Sox get the #1 overall draft pick in 2026 MLB Draft. Cards are 13th*"

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Josh from Sox Machine says not to assume Roc should be the auto 1/1

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 17:10:41, in reply to "Rock!*"

Apparently there is some HS SS who is right up there. And IIRC that kid is on the young side so all things equal I’d rather have an 18yo but I also don’t know much about either guy

Mike Farren compared Roc to Dansby Swanson. He’s a nice player but at 1/1 I’d like a higher upside

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They could also go way under slot which seems reasonably common these days*

Posted by OB25 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=OB25' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 17:37:04, in reply to "Josh from Sox Machine says not to assume Roc should be the auto 1/1"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

That would be stupid especially if there is a no doubt 1/1

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 17:39:06, in reply to "They could also go way under slot which seems reasonably common these days*"

I could see doing it if there are equal options and one is willing to go below slot

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I think Roc has more power potential than Swanson. *

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 17:18:45, in reply to "Josh from Sox Machine says not to assume Roc should be the auto 1/1"

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Only 3 years for Diaz??

Posted by snipes824 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=snipes824' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:08:00, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

I’m shocked the Mets didn’t match that. Ugh.

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Either Diaz didn’t want to be in NY anymore or Stearns isn’t as good as I thought he was.

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:20:42, in reply to "Only 3 years for Diaz??"

They enormously downgraded at closer from Diaz to Williams.

I just don’t get it.

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I fully believe in Stearns

Posted by snipes824 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=snipes824' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 12:07:14, in reply to "Either Diaz didn’t want to be in NY anymore or Stearns isn’t as good as I thought he was."

I think we’ve been in a weird middle ground since he’s been hired where he needed to compete every year while also remaking the fundamentals of the organization.

I think trading Nimmo was a good idea. It’s questionable whether it helps us *this year*, but shaving 2 years from Nimmo to Semien was smart.

We have really talented guys in the upper minors ready to contribute. It’s a risk to rely on them, but you can’t keep signing every 30 year old to long term mega deals. So I get his conundrum of trying to thread this needle, and it’s why I’m open on Alonso. If we miss on him the fans will revolt, but my reaction will be purely based on term. 3 years I’ll be pissed. 4 somewhere in the middle. 5 I think I’m good to say goodbye.

The Diaz one pisses me off strictly because the term was so reasonable. There’s no needle to thread there.

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They enormously downgraded at closer from Diaz to Williams.

I just don’t get it.

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I’m shocked the Mets didn’t match that. Ugh.

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I don't even wanna be around anymore*

Posted by Sammich <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Sammich' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:51:08, in reply to "Either Diaz didn’t want to be in NY anymore or Stearns isn’t as good as I thought he was."

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They enormously downgraded at closer from Diaz to Williams.

I just don’t get it.

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I’m shocked the Mets didn’t match that. Ugh.

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strolling through the crowd like Peter Lorre contemplating a crime

Ok, well I hate everything today. I’m so sick of the Dodgers running laps around everyone else.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:03:40, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

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Baseball is fine. Trust us. *

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:12:39, in reply to "Ok, well I hate everything today. I’m so sick of the Dodgers running laps around everyone else.*"

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The Cardinals have the capital to do stuff. They choose not too. Don't blame LAD for that*

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:25:32, in reply to "Baseball is fine. Trust us. *"

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Sure... as do all teams... but their capital isn't seemingly unlimited...

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:40:22, in reply to "The Cardinals have the capital to do stuff. They choose not too. Don't blame LAD for that*"

...only a very, very small number of teams have the wherewithal to try and keep up with the Dodgers and their income streams.

So it becomes a case of whether or not it's worth it...

You hear me talking, hillbilly boy?

You haven’t heard that from me. Despite Cohen’s billions I’ve advocated for a

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:24:37, in reply to "Baseball is fine. Trust us. *"

I definitely enjoy Cohen’s billions, but I don’t think it’s great for the sport when we make the Cincinnati type markets have to sit through ownership just trying to “break even”.

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No salary cap unless it starts at a $300M and floor is $250m. Make owners spend more.*

Posted by DanSaint <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=DanSaint' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:38:27, in reply to "You haven’t heard that from me. Despite Cohen’s billions I’ve advocated for a "

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salary cap and salary floor for a while now. I get shouted down by the baseball luminati here every time I bring it up, but I just don’t see how this continues in good faith unless MLB actively gets the cheap owners out of the game and/or forces spending. I definitely enjoy Cohen’s billions, but I don’t think it’s great for the sport when we make the Cincinnati type markets have to sit through ownership just trying to “break even”.

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Jerry Reinsdorf would sign 250 players for a million dollars each*

Posted by IlliniOllie <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniOllie' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 11, 2025, 7:42:41, in reply to "No salary cap unless it starts at a $300M and floor is $250m. Make owners spend more.* "

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Think how good the Birmingham Barons would be.*

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You hear me talking, hillbilly boy?

I’m in.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:53:51, in reply to "No salary cap unless it starts at a $300M and floor is $250m. Make owners spend more.* "

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This is just me talking here*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:33:54, in reply to "You haven’t heard that from me. Despite Cohen’s billions I’ve advocated for a "

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the greatest trick owners ever played is making you all think they're just breaking even. amazing*

Posted by John Coctostan <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=John+Coctostan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:32:18, in reply to "You haven’t heard that from me. Despite Cohen’s billions I’ve advocated for a "

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You realize I’m not buying the “break even” argument either, right?*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:34:11, in reply to "the greatest trick owners ever played is making you all think they're just breaking even. amazing*"

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Nor am I...*

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:36:07, in reply to "You realize I’m not buying the “break even” argument either, right?*"

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The Dodgers and Mets are NOT the problem

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:29:10, in reply to "You haven’t heard that from me. Despite Cohen’s billions I’ve advocated for a "

But Selig openly encouraged owners not to spend and most fell in line.

MIA and PIT, among others, need to put their luxury tax hauls towards talent acquisition but they don't. The Cubs and Cardinals, among others, have plenty of cash to play with, but don't want to rock the boat.

The owners are the ones poisoning the sport

Agreed. But at some point you have to take care of the problem one way or another.*

Posted by voiceofreason <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=voiceofreason' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:36:06, in reply to "The Dodgers and Mets are NOT the problem"

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The problem with this logic is these teams will just go 75-87 instead of 62-100.

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:35:57, in reply to "The Dodgers and Mets are NOT the problem"

That isn't changing the net result when the playing field is tilted that dramatically... or maybe there will be a temporary uptick, but there is still no financial reality that allows them to compete every year.

You hear me talking, hillbilly boy?

TB doesn't. Milwaukee doesn't. CLE doesn't

Posted by bjl63 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=bjl63' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:39:46, in reply to "The problem with this logic is these teams will just go 75-87 instead of 62-100."

but they also invest in player development and hire competent folks to develop talent

TB is the lone exception to the rule...

Posted by uofi1998 <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=uofi1998' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:41:39, in reply to "TB doesn't. Milwaukee doesn't. CLE doesn't"

...let's see how long it lasts for the other 2 now that they don't get to fatten up against their own divisions anymore.

And none of those 3 are trying to compete economically... they're competing differently, and it's laudable.

You hear me talking, hillbilly boy?

Cubs were second on Schwarber

Posted by Ron McDon <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Ron+McDon' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 10:49:29, in reply to "Per MLB Network: Schwarber back to Philly. Edwin Diaz to Dodgers. "

Psyche

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Taking lessons from Chairman Jerry.

Posted by osklister <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=osklister' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:18:52, in reply to "Cubs were second on Schwarber "

Seat at the table banner*

Posted by AintHatin <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=AintHatin' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:56:21, in reply to "Taking lessons from Chairman Jerry. "

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Don't worry Cubs fans, Jed & Co. are going to make a bullpen signing so smart and crafty......*

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I hate clankers.

C'mon, small-market teams like the Cubs cant be expected to compete for those big name signings*

Posted by IlliniOllie <iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=IlliniOllie' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on December 9, 2025, 11:23:14, in reply to "Don't worry Cubs fans, Jed & Co. are going to make a bullpen signing so smart and crafty......*"

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They already did: Phil Maton. Offseason shopping list complete!*

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This offense stinks without a big bat in the middle. I'm afraid of a big PCA regression

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without adequate lineup protection.

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I hate clankers.

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