Bench

by calbers on Mar 23, 2008 7:43 PM EDT

The bench was discussed on the telecast a good bit today and Wren brought up the need to have a proven PH on the bench. Someone that could strike some fear into the opposition when trying to determien match ups.

That being said I am not sure would might be available. I went through and was thinking abotu what teams need pitching and what team might take on a free swinging LH 1B with potential power upside.

Then it came to me: the Giants. They need EVERYTHING. So would Rich Aurillia fill the need of PH and back up corner infielder for the Braves? If so, would the Giants be willing to part with him for one of the Braves's extra arms and Thorman? Given how thin they look everywhere the could probably take someone like Thorman on and give him a few ABs in the hope of catching lightning in a bottle. Aurillia has no value for them as they are going to finish dead last anyway with that offense. I don't care how good your Starting pitching is.

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Ryan Freel

would be a good player to go after. We could trade them Thorman and one of our out of option pitchers and a prospect if necessary. Thorman could play outfield if they needed him to. The only problem about that is I think Freel is owed 7 million for 2 years so I dont think the Braves could afford him but it would be cool if we could get him.

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by rockybull on Mar 23, 2008 9:02 PM EDT reply actions

Freel

Freel is a nice addition but I think they are looking for someone with a little more pop and can help out at 1B if needed. Freel brings speed but won't offer much more offensively outside of his feet then Prado.

Besides, Thorman and one of the out of option pitchers doesn't help Cinci.

by calbers on Mar 23, 2008 10:27 PM EDT up reply actions

Bench Options

OK here are some ideas:

Rich Aurillia: See above
FIck: I don't hink Bobby liked him but he has proven to be a decent PH and can play OF, 1B, and C.

Eric Hinske: Could fill in at 3B, 1B, and RF/LF. Runs fairly well.

Rob Macoviak (sp): Would be a great fit as he hits LH, has pop, doens't mind coming off the bench and can play just about anywhere. Unfortunately, he is with the Nationals and 1) If they did want to trade him Bowen would ask for the moon and 2)Doubt they would want to trade within division.

Ross Gload: Not sure if the Royals would be willing to give him up but he would also be a good fit. Can play 1B, LF/RF and can hit. Not A LOT OF pop but enough to keep the opposition honest. With Huber, Shealy, and BUtler there is some depth there.

by calbers on Mar 23, 2008 10:43 PM EDT reply actions