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[Electromatic]

Braves sign Markakis so they can dump Justin Upton now or trade Gattis and leave Justin Upton in left for another year.

So were back to the days of average players and middling finishes because they won't just take their damn lumps.

[philpritchard]

Braves sign Markakis so they can dump Justin Upton now or trade Gattis and leave Justin Upton in left for another year.

So were back to the days of average players and middling finishes because they won't just take their damn lumps.

Yeah, Markakis really isn't that good. I was worried the Jays were going to look at him for their LF spot.

[BigRedLedbetter]

I was pretty shocked that the Braves non-tendered Medlen. I like that kid a lot and hope he lands on his feet. Two TJs? Shitty luck.

[philpritchard]

So apparently Miller is closing in on a deal for about 4/$40 million.

Um... I know the Jays need bullpen help right now, but... please not the Jays, please not the Jays, please not the Jays...

Yeah that's a HUGE risk for a relief pitcher that has never closed, and that's coming from someone that loves Miller and wants his team to sign him badly.

And it's the Yankees for 4/$36 million.

It looks like they're aiming to win a lot of 1-0 games next year.

[numbers]

According to Rosenthal and Heyman, Lester will pick between SF and the Cubs. Every Red Sox beat writer is categorically denying this, but they are known for being the propaganda wing of the Red Sox front office. I never believed that the Red Sox truly wanted Lester back, and if their offer wasn't close enough to put them as a finalist that confirms it.

[Norah]

Red Sox pushing hard for Chris Sale trade, according to twitter rumors.

[Chris_H_2]

Red Sox pushing hard for Chris Sale trade, according to twitter rumors.

Pete, you're not getting Chris Sale.

[Norah]

Red Sox pushing hard for Chris Sale trade, according to twitter rumors.

Pete, you're not getting Chris Sale.

I know, but it's silly season and I want to dream.

[Lament]

It does look like the White Sox are gonna land Samardzija though.

A Sale - Quintana - Samardzija - Rodon rotation could make for a fun summer on the South Side.

[Norah]

Blue Jays/White Sox ALCS

[Chris_H_2]

Red Sox pushing hard for Chris Sale trade, according to twitter rumors.

Pete, you're not getting Chris Sale.

I know, but it's silly season and I want to dream.

I have visions of a Detroit Tigers bullpen retiring the side in order.

[Chris_H_2]

It does look like the White Sox are gonna land Samardzija though.

A Sale - Quintana - Samardzija - Rodon rotation could make for a fun summer on the South Side.

no reason why they wouldn't be instant contenders

[Norah]

Red Sox pushing hard for Chris Sale trade, according to twitter rumors.

Pete, you're not getting Chris Sale.

I know, but it's silly season and I want to dream.

I have visions of a Detroit Tigers bullpen retiring the side in order.

I see your point.

[Chris_H_2]

So Miguel Montero to the Cubs could happen as soon as tonight. Finally the Cubs will have a catcher that can call a game.

[Chris_H_2]

By the way, the Cubs basically got Addison Russell for Jeff Samardzija with them re-signing Jason Hammel.

[Norah]

That billy beane sure is something

[Norah]

Robertson to the white Sox. 4/40

[Lament]

[philpritchard]

Wow, yesterday was a big day for the White Sox. That's a ton of money for Robertson, but now the Laroche signing makes more sense.

[philpritchard]

Blue Jays/White Sox ALCS

The Jays are in contention for their second Offseason World Series in three years!