07-15-2018, 12:19 AM
(07-10-2018, 11:39 PM)Crazyjdawg Wrote: I'm back and forth regarding Scooter. Maybe if they move him out to LF once Senzel is called up next season (or possibly late this season?)
But the idea of getting a premium prospect is awfully enticing... But you're right. Our actual position players are ready to compete for a World Series. And our bullpen is pretty damn good.
We really are 1 or 2 starting pitchers away from a playoff team at this point, assuming that these last 60 to 70 games haven't been a fluke.
I love Scooter. If they keep him, I won't be upset. I just think that it might not be the best path forward.
Starting pitching is still the biggest weakness on this roster. It's going to get worse when Harvey is traded or lost in FA. Disco is a ticking time bomb in terms of health. They need more legit starters, more specifically a TOR hammer if they want to compete for a playoff spot next season.
Senzel is the number 5 prospect in MLB. He's a second baseman. So is Scooter. Why spend a truckload of cash extending Gennett when your best prospect is right there ready to fill his spot? Spend that cash on a proven major-league starter. Get something significant for Gennett while you can. Senzel will be a much better defender than Scooter, to boot.
