And more importantly, he's been very shaky at SS. That's a problem, since shortstop is the only infield position he can realistically crack on this team (unless they move Pedroia to SS...which is VERY unlikely).
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The Red Sox confirmed today that Wakefield will pitch in Buckholz's sheduled turn versus the Yankees on ESPN Wednesday night to get Buckholz a couple extra days rest. Wakefield was otherwise going to miss his turn in the rotation because of the off day in the Red Sox schedule Monday.
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I still have NO CLUE where he is gonna end up. This is almost gonna be a Lebron type frenzy when the season is over....minus that "decision" bullsh*&, of course. There is gonna be all kinds of speculation and wishing. Hell, down here, they are already talking in about a Hanley for Albert trade. LMAO!
That ain't going to happen. They would have to trade the entire team due to the fact they don't want to have a high payroll.
According to who? The difference between the 2 now is 3.5 Million. I am sure the Marlins would have throw in some players. Also, that would be huge gate to a new stadium. Gotta spend money to make money. I don't think it will happen because personally, I think the Cubs my have the heads up on everyone not being the Cubs.
I think you are right. And if he knew the Cards were not gonna dish out the dough and the team was a playoff contender, I think he would accept a trade. I did a search for Albert Pujols and this was the 4th option...
Florida Marlins among teams to which Albert Pujols would accept a trade – Florida Marlins – Sun-Sentinel
A 10/5 player is 10 years in the league and 5 with the same team. That provision in the collective bargaining agreement allows them to deny any trade period.
I see, but as it turns out, he had the NTC contractually well before he earned it as a 10/5 player...
But it said in your post, after 2007, it is a "limited no trade clause"...which more than likely means he will only except trades to teams he want.
It ain't gonna be the Marlins. What would you have, Albert at first, surrounded by some A and AA players?? Anyone of value would be gone in the trade, and they wouldn't be able to afford much else...
Obviously you did not read the link I found. You are assuming they wouldn't be able to afford much.
OK, I just read it.
Not exactly ringing endorsements of the Marlins cash flow situation. Got another link??
I notice that you forgot a few things to add to you "ringing endorsement" comment and lack of lack of knowledge of the Marlins team:
In the players highlighted, you have 2 starters..consisting of the obvious superstar and the replacement 1st basemen. A given for a trade this big. You have a very good starter in Ricky and two very good prospects. Marlins would get to keep their two young guns in Stanton and Morrison AND get Pujols(and more than likely a minor leaguer or two). Not ONLY does that team stay pretty much intact with their pitching...their strength, but they have added the best player in baseball and a major draw to a brand new stadium who WILL compete for National League East with the Phillies.
So HOW would this team be considered Pujols with a bunch of A and AA ball players again? Mind you, this team is only 4 games behind the Phils with a superstar in a terrible slump and their ace hurt.
OK, let's recap. I said:
You ignored the player comment and addressed the Marlins ability to afford him and still field a competitive team:
I posted quotes from your link which seemed to back my contention about the financial issues:
If you want to change the argument to who would be left after a trade and ignore the fiscal situation, that's OK I guess.
But, that's just it, it's anyone's guess who would be included in any such deal, and therefore who would be left to play. But, there's not too much guesswork involved in determining what kind of team payroll they could afford.
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