tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post5549396801970584016..comments2024-03-28T14:09:20.907-04:00Comments on Mack's Mets: Mack's Morning Report - 5-17-15 - Molina, Tulo, Mets Pitching, 1962 MetsMack Adehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09730548449011685243noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-43058317275370110502015-05-18T06:23:32.251-04:002015-05-18T06:23:32.251-04:00I think Luis Guillorme has the chance to hit too. ...I think Luis Guillorme has the chance to hit too. He's hitting truly well this year after skipping over Bklyn. No power to speak of, but they said the same (largely) of Reynolds. <br /><br />To Stubby or anyone else, a question: how does Luis stack up, in your view, vs. Wilfredo Tovar, who is a few years older, also a reputed glove man, and hitting well in the minors 3 levels up from Luis in AAA?Tom Brennanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01032383157195393857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-52539747374722330292015-05-17T20:03:17.827-04:002015-05-17T20:03:17.827-04:00Stubby -
I'd like to think that we could loc...Stubby - <br /><br />I'd like to think that we could lock up and throw away the key for the remainder of this decade to Harvey, deGrom, Syndergaard, Matz, and Wheeler. I believe a great team can be built around these five pitchers and, even if one goes down, the other four can hold the fort down with a fill in SP5<br /><br />As for Guillorme and shortstop, I like your idea (and trust me... his father is smiling as he read this...), but let's let the proper process take place here.<br /><br />I too think Reynolds needs to move over at the all-star break and make room for Cecchini. This will allow Roasrio to bump up to Binghamton and Guillorme to St. Lucie.<br /><br />I'm sure Alderson could find a trade partner for Reynolds, for at least a lower level outfield or relief prospect with more ceiling.Mack Adehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09730548449011685243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-52904904228753318892015-05-17T18:13:16.733-04:002015-05-17T18:13:16.733-04:00Scouting report is that Reynolds is a below averag...Scouting report is that Reynolds is a below average defensive shortstop. I don't know that he's an improvement over Flores at the position. Addison Russell is more untouchable to the Cubs than Matt Harvey is to the Mets. Give up any thoughts on getting him (unless you want to tempt fate by offering Thor, Matz AND Harvey for him). They're more likely to trade Castro. Not saying they will, but you couldn't pry away Russell with mountains of gold and God.<br /><br />Its true, though, the Tulo ship may have sailed by now. And Desmond's a downgrade.<br /><br />I still think the Mets shortstop of the future is Guillorme. He's probably not going to hit worth a damn in the majors, but he's the best natural shortstop the organization has had since Ordonez. If Lagares continues to hit well (.260 or better), then you can afford Guillorme even if he hits below the Mendoza line. Me, I'd jump him to the majors from Single-A tomorrow. The kid's a natural. Soft hands, instinctual movement on the pitch...before its hit.Stubbyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07010142558613227433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-70006094384686360172015-05-17T11:51:23.346-04:002015-05-17T11:51:23.346-04:00Reese -
I like Murphy's bat better than Flor...Reese - <br /><br />I like Murphy's bat better than Flores and he seems to be past him early season slump. Murphy is a professional hitter and will make less mistakes in the field than Flores.<br /><br />I have no opinion on the Reynolds idea. I'd much rather play Tejada at shortMack Adehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09730548449011685243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-21044212594023183682015-05-17T11:45:48.937-04:002015-05-17T11:45:48.937-04:00So what is the thinking here about the reported st...So what is the thinking here about the reported story of promoting Reynolds to SS after Wright returns and shifting Flores to 2B while trading Murphy?Reese Kaplanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12993445356545875409noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-84385651626105407072015-05-17T11:11:29.879-04:002015-05-17T11:11:29.879-04:00Bob Gregory -
The majority of Flores' errors...Bob Gregory - <br /><br />The majority of Flores' errors are not his hands or his throws... they are his head. He can't play the position and, in the long run, will cost you more runs than he will win games for you.Mack Adehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09730548449011685243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-47957366838294488262015-05-17T11:08:37.047-04:002015-05-17T11:08:37.047-04:00Ernest -
No, I want Tejada as my SS for the rest...Ernest - <br /><br />No, I want Tejada as my SS for the rest of the yearMack Adehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09730548449011685243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-89010653406786898412015-05-17T09:21:27.278-04:002015-05-17T09:21:27.278-04:00Mike, Cubs would have to consider that if Montero ...Mike, Cubs would have to consider that if Montero is healthy. Plawecki anh Herrera could both hit 20 homers playing in Chi-town. I'd still like to see Reynolds in AAA, Ssay until end of June, to solidify his hitting. If we were to move him to SS and Flores to 2nd, Matt has to be ready to hit every day in majors. Maybe he is already there, but he's cooled off in recent weeks in Vegas. Still doing OK, just cooler.<br /><br />Mack, I'm glad to see YOU suggest recalling Muno before I did LOL. Last year, I was the guy pushing for him (P.S. I still agree with you, he'd be a good, scrappy switch hitting sub). Tom Brennanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01032383157195393857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-80160732863975238912015-05-17T09:03:11.699-04:002015-05-17T09:03:11.699-04:00I love Flores bat - I just don't think he'...I love Flores bat - I just don't think he's a SS. I think he could probably play any other INF position, but his throwing motion just doesn't work at SS. He can't turn and make that throw from deep in the hole consistently with the way he throws, and his range is just plain poor for a SS. <br /><br />Trade Murph, move Flores to 2B, and bring up Reynolds as the Rosenthal whisper said.<br /><br />Then, Herrera, Montero and Plawecki to the Cubbies for Russell.Mike Mnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-22132226880592899512015-05-17T08:55:29.143-04:002015-05-17T08:55:29.143-04:00The majority of Flores' errors seem to be on t...The majority of Flores' errors seem to be on throws, not his hands as most forecasted.<br />He is still very young and has been bombarded by media and fans that keep criticizing his ability.<br />He is also learning how to deal with a manager that insists on placing him in the worst position in the batting order for any batter even though he is a career run producer.<br />His attempts to prove he deserves a more appropriate rbi producing position in the lineup are ignored, even though he leads the team in homerun and has 15 rbi.<br />Also...remember not too long ago Wright was having the same problem with his throws.<br />bgreg98180https://www.blogger.com/profile/05641039400307113366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-69122389890911026932015-05-17T08:52:50.257-04:002015-05-17T08:52:50.257-04:00Why couldn't Wilmer hit .260 with 25 doubles a...Why couldn't Wilmer hit .260 with 25 doubles and 25 homers, and settle down at SS and play it like he did for Mets last year? He'd be just fine, with a defensive replacement late in games.<br /><br />The Mets went from the 1962 variety to 1986, all in one night, led by the arm...and bat...of Jake deGrom. He is not overrated. He is human.<br /><br />Why don't we trade Wright for a good package when he reestablishes himself, and get Tulo to play 3rd? Just a thought. After all, who's older? Which one is more fragile?<br /><br />Molina TJS would be a cryin' shame,but I'm keeping Matz and Thor. Tyler Pill could be useful soon, if needed, overcoming a bad start with back-to-back great starts. Tom Brennanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01032383157195393857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-42568207498568687382015-05-17T08:52:39.620-04:002015-05-17T08:52:39.620-04:00For me, it's not about what it would take to g...For me, it's not about what it would take to get Tulo. I just don't want him at all, even if Thor or Matz straight up could get him. <br /><br />He's quickly approaching the downside if he's not already there with his recent hip injury. His numbers are at least somewhat inflated in CO, and his contract is going to become a burden in coming years. The Mets don't have much of a payroll now, but if they're going to start having to pay Harvey, Duda, d'Arnaud, etc, they can't be paying Tulo's awful contract during his decline years. <br /><br />So I see why Sandy isn't interested. He's got an eye on the long term - not just this year. I'd much rather give up some talent for a young SS stud like Addison Russell.Mike Mnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-14424079804068076192015-05-17T08:48:46.480-04:002015-05-17T08:48:46.480-04:00OK, hows this for going out on limb? Over the nex...OK, hows this for going out on limb? Over the next 3 years Wilmer Flores will play more games and have better offensive AND defensive stats than Tulo.<br /><br />Syndergaard or Matz? No way.Hobiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11161607087964191500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-592615130369356022.post-3718813337609004092015-05-17T08:18:33.355-04:002015-05-17T08:18:33.355-04:00Of course, right after I finally give up on Wilme...Of course, right after I finally give up on Wilmer (I've wanted him to stay up until last week) he goes ahead and changes the entire complection of a game with his OFFENSE rather than his defense.<br />What happens if he truly is a .275 15homer guy? Does his defense and low OBP Still prevent him ffrom staying on this team?Ernest Dovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12054861033443392454noreply@blogger.com