With Parnell, he's really come a long way. We also don't know who would take his place next year. There are some interesting options internally and on the free agent market. Sandy has shown a willingness to spend on free agent closers and there is nothing to imply he would not do so again. If Parnell is traded, I could see Alderson bringing in someone like Jesse Crain if he can be added at a reasonable contract. In dealing Parnell, I have no doubt thatSandy would return a player with promise and hype, someone to either fill in an organizational need or as part of a bigger trade package for an established hitter. The Mets would be selling high on Parnell and could market him based not only on his talent but also on his years of control. As much as I'd like to have him around, he just might be the Mets' most valuable trade piece.
I'm a little surprised at the positive attention Murphy has been getting lately. Sure, he's no longera butcher in the field, but he's no Roberto Alomar with the glove. At the plate (his strong suit), Murphy is hitting .270 and OPS'ing .700. These are hardly the numbers of a player that is a untouchable piece of the core going forward. Id rather the Mets see if they can squeeze a decent prospect out of a contending team and address 2B in the offseason. I bet if given the chance, there are young players in the minors who could give the Mets a .700 OPS at 2B but don't carry the price tag of 'an established' MLB player.
As I mentioned, I wish the Mets had a plethora of young hitting talent so they could hold onto these two. Unfortunately, they likely have the best trade value and will likely be easier to replace than some fans might like to admit.
hael Scannell -
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I like Parnell, the only way I'm moving him is if he gets the Mets a top OF prospect who can rake. Teams get desperate in late July which is why I think that could happen. Same thing for Murph, was always a huge supporter of him but, he needs to bring some pop to the table otherwise he's a piece that some playoff contender could use to bolster an offense down the stretch.
Hey Anthony.
How is the cleanup going? (my grand-kids were at Atlantic Beach yesterday)
Parnel can just about warrant any OF prospect you want right now... especially from a team fighting it out for a playoff spot and short a closer
I think Murphy would net more in trade than would Flores, but if the return is greater on Flores then pull the trigger that way and keep Murphy.
On Parnell, I fully realize you have to give to get. He's a very valuable chip for the contract even more so than the performance on the mound. Towards that end I'd be looking for a similar situation with an OF or SS as they seem to be the biggest black holes. Failing in that, who are the best AAA players being blocked by their parent clubs who are fully stocked at those positions?
Reese -
we've gone though that process a couple of times and it keeps changing due to injuries/slumps/etc.
A month ago no one would have projected that kid on the Dodgers ever getting through the three long term contracts they have. Now they're talking rookie of the year for him.
I'm going to do some research on closers...
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