tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post4025246720162683641..comments2024-03-28T17:57:21.603-04:00Comments on Mack's Mets: The Morning Report 3.3.2015 | Intra-Squad Game, Logan Verrett, Gee for Profar?, RIP Jeff McKnight, Juan Lagares ceiling?Mack Adehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09730548449011685243noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-20611534269837370922015-03-03T20:28:51.679-05:002015-03-03T20:28:51.679-05:00James
The only rules against trading a player on ...James<br /><br />The only rules against trading a player on the DL are in effect after the trading deadline. The Rangers are free to deal Profar. I doubt they will but I can hope.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-11049015389480334242015-03-03T20:11:59.594-05:002015-03-03T20:11:59.594-05:00Two things:
1) I don't rush to sign Lagares l...Two things:<br /><br />1) I don't rush to sign Lagares long-term just yet. Let's see him play another full season.<br /><br />2) I seriously doubt the Rangers give up on Profar for the likes of Dillon Gee. Mets would seriously need to sweeten that deal. It could be, however, that Profar's arm is toast. Just a tough trade to make on either side. Also: Isn't there a rule against trading guys on the DL?<br /><br />James Preller Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-64964448457885229242015-03-03T19:56:55.638-05:002015-03-03T19:56:55.638-05:00Dallas
I live in TX. It is about a 30 minute drive...Dallas<br />I live in TX. It is about a 30 minute drive for me to watch the Rangers live. Their AA team is also very close.<br />Profar was rushed though the Rangers system. Like Herb mentioned he was much younger than those he played against.<br />When the Rangers called him up it was to fill in for Andrews, who was hurt. It was short term. Profar won a MLB spot in the roster. When Andrews came back there was no place to play him. He never was given a consistent role. That is very hard for a young player who only knew short stop. He was being asked to play all the outfield positions, all the infield positions except 1st base. His stats suffered. When I watched him live I saw a player I thought was more exciting than Jose Reyes.<br />I would no doubt make this trade unless the other pieces include a Matz or Syndergaard or doctors I would consult talked me out of it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-21541662670441282622015-03-03T16:11:10.958-05:002015-03-03T16:11:10.958-05:00Evening everybody.
For the record, Profar is all ...Evening everybody.<br /><br />For the record, Profar is all risk... no track record, two years not healing...<br /><br />but Gee is expendable and I'd do the Profar trade if for no other reason than to show I had a set of balls.<br /><br />Mack Adehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09730548449011685243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-44429810027628771802015-03-03T14:05:56.520-05:002015-03-03T14:05:56.520-05:00Just to see you dancing would be worth pulling the...Just to see you dancing would be worth pulling the trigger on that trade, Herb. Heck, I'd trade Syndergaard to see that!! :)Tom Brennanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01032383157195393857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-88613783184991094162015-03-03T13:45:34.493-05:002015-03-03T13:45:34.493-05:00Profar has played his entire milb career facing pi...Profar has played his entire milb career facing pitchers that were 4, 5 and 6 years his senior, and yet he has excelled at the plate. (.276/.367/.449 ain't shabby) No offense to Dillon, who would probably get more playing time in Texas than he will in Flushing, but I am helping him pack his bags and driving him to the airport. By The Time He Gets To Phoenix I'll Be Dancing. (Glenn Campbell)Herb Ghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01382863651240230955noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-44960069172027523872015-03-03T10:57:42.927-05:002015-03-03T10:57:42.927-05:00I looked closer at his 2012 MILB numbers. In AA an...I looked closer at his 2012 MILB numbers. In AA and he had 14HR in 126 games while posting a pretty good OBP. We need to clear out Gee and this seems like a great way to do it. Hopefully it doesnt cost much more in terms of important prospects for that upside. Dallashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07966349028036306647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-39135604871681804252015-03-03T10:34:30.792-05:002015-03-03T10:34:30.792-05:00@Dallas
Profar was considered the #74 best prospe...@Dallas<br /><br />Profar was considered the #74 best prospect in 2010, #7 in 2011, and #1 in 2012 by Baseball America.<br /><br />Here is what was said about him in 2012..<br /><br />Bat: 70, Power: 60, Speed: 55, Defense:65, Arm: 60<br /><br />Profar may not have the most power, the most speed or the strongest arm on the field, but typically he’s the best player out there. A natural righthanded hitter, he learned to switch-hit after signing and now shows uncommon bat speed from both sides of the plate, lending him more power than his lean 6-foot frame suggests. Profar surprises some opponents with his pop��which is above-average for a middle infielder��but he may have to tone down his swing to maximize his overall production. He takes a disciplined approach to hitting, with strong knowledge of the strike zone that ought to make him a consistent .300 hitter in his prime. An above-average defender at shortstop, Profar has instincts that outstrip his plus range. His hands and arm are above-average as well. Some of his throws to first base tend to sail when he gets on the side of the ball, but that’s just a matter of adjustment. He has solid speed and knows how to use it on the bases, stealing 16 bases in 20 tries in 2012. Observers rave about Profar’s mental toughness, leadership skills and grace under pressure. When he signed, Profar told the Rangers he would reach the big leagues by the time he was 20. He actually completed his journey five months ahead of schedule last September. He played sporadically down the stretch but made the Rangers’ playoff roster for their Wild Card Game against the Orioles. Even if he begins the 2013 season in Triple-A, Profar’s talent probably will win out and result in a promotion to Texas during the season. He likely will move to second base in deference to Elvis Andrus, pushing Ian Kinsler to the outfield. Few prospects represent a safer bet to develop into a first-division regular and all-star than Profar.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-20672351117561950722015-03-03T10:17:36.550-05:002015-03-03T10:17:36.550-05:00I am not so sure that the O's wont be returnin...I am not so sure that the O's wont be returning Verrett. I have checked out a bunch of Bird Blogs and none of them even mention him either as part of the staff or in the Pen. The only question about the rotation is whether or not Matuze will be in it and even though they are just blogs, they do a pretty good job of running down the candidates for starters and relief and Verrett isn't even mentioned. Doesn't mean he cant make the team, but judging by what the blogs say, he is on the outside looking in and may very well end up back in Vegas. They have had another pitcher who they scooped off the Rule 5 last year, so it is possible they catch lightning twice, but also very possible that Verrett is a Met again in the springAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-63226766944408705062015-03-03T09:32:59.124-05:002015-03-03T09:32:59.124-05:00Normally Mack would have a dozen snippets of info ...Normally Mack would have a dozen snippets of info on Profar to tell us more about him (miss you Mack!). Does anyone know why he was a consensus top prospect? His MILB numbers at a glace didn't seem very impressive. He is obviously still young but will be a year older before he is back to playing (23?). As long as we dont have to give up much other than Gee, why not I guess?Dallashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07966349028036306647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-13050005015591645032015-03-03T08:58:08.013-05:002015-03-03T08:58:08.013-05:00Downside -- Profar never recovers and Gee continue...Downside -- Profar never recovers and Gee continues his career as a 5th starter. You save $5.3 million and replace him on the staff with a minimum wage Syndergaard, Matz or Montero if an extra starter is needed.<br /><br />Upside -- Profar recovers and becomes the player a number one prospect is supposed to be at minimum wage. Your total gamble is the talent of Dillon Gee which thus far no one has wanted in exchange for a number one prospect. <br /><br />I'd break my finger dialing the phone to make that deal. Reese Kaplanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12993445356545875409noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-61919402355456243172015-03-03T08:46:01.984-05:002015-03-03T08:46:01.984-05:00Zozo, I would do so with Lagares...but this team i...Zozo, I would do so with Lagares...but this team is not apt to.<br /><br />Chris I did not see the video, but will have to give it a look. Could Harvey be BETTER than the old version? And temper his high 90s frequency a bit to ensure no re-injury? My guess is he is smart enough to do so. Of course, Matz getting raves too...the best pitching this franchise has ever had may be here - and soon.Tom Brennanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01032383157195393857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-3128213164127332502015-03-03T08:33:21.082-05:002015-03-03T08:33:21.082-05:00I really do think we have our number 1 or 2 hitter...I really do think we have our number 1 or 2 hitter in Lagares for a few more years. I would consider signing him to a long term deal ASAP? What do you guys think?Zozohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12395538323626784310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-52590116180548222772015-03-03T08:28:40.004-05:002015-03-03T08:28:40.004-05:00Did anyone see that video of Harvey facing Wright ...Did anyone see that video of Harvey facing Wright and Grandy.<br /><br />OMG.....filthy.....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-79008714433024524042015-03-03T08:23:10.429-05:002015-03-03T08:23:10.429-05:00Intrasquad is fine...a game is a game. Play ball!...Intrasquad is fine...a game is a game. Play ball!<br /><br />Good for Verrett - maybe the next Colin McHugh?<br /><br />I'd not be surprised if this is the year Lagares becomes a star.<br /><br />I'd take a gamble on Profar for Gee. <br /><br />Harvey seems fine - so do the Mets.Tom Brennanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01032383157195393857noreply@blogger.com