DISQUS

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  • Marcel · 1 year ago
    5. I agree that Youk needs to stay. But the idea that he's a better all-around player than Tex is stretching it a bit. If you believe Youk's 92 point jump in Isolated Slugging is his true talent level, then that, coupled with his plus defense at both corners certainly tightens the gap. But Tex is an even better defender at first and has a proven track record of hitting for power. The one that needs to go is Lowell. I didn't like the signing last year and it looks even worse now. He really needs to go if they can sign Tex or not. Moving Youk across the diamond and giving Chris Carter a shot at the 1B job until Anderson is ready would be a decent solution.
  • John · 1 year ago
    Bill a few points. Agree on Selig, what a joke. Did anyone ask the weathermen what the forecast was for Monday night??? Game should never had started. As for Youk, I think the feeling is to keep Youk and Tex and trade away Lowell. Tex is far better than Lowell. I do like Lowell but to get a guy like Tex, you have to pull the trigger.
  • Bill Burt · 1 year ago
    Marcel
    Youkilis is a sure thing in Boston. He can handle everything that comes with playing here. In fact, I'd argue he's just as "angry" as we are when it comes to losing.
    As for losing Lowell, it isn't going to happen. He is virtually untradeable. But I will give him the benefit of the doubt. I believe he has at least one more 25 HR, 110 RBI season in him.
    We must also realize that the Angels are going to re-sign Teixeira. With K-Rod leaving, "some" cash opens up.
    Do I like Teixeira? Yes. But at what cost. Personally, I like Youkilis better.