Yup. At some point he moves to a corner where he will be less effective at least from traditional power. I still think it was a good sign.
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The length and health concerns are the issue. I’ve been a big advocate for Nimmo throughout his career because his absurd OBP brings value to a premier defensive position.
I wanted him back for the right price last year, but that contract certainly wasn’t it IMO. This is a young man’s game now after the increased PED testing and the last 4 years of that deal will be disgusting.
It has to be LF…his arm is weak.
Time will tell. That’s always the risk. I do think with Cohen it does impact long term signings. He can eat a couple of years on the back end IF he wants too. Another advantage of a deep pocket owner.
Uncle Steve’s checkbook could cover some bad deals, but you still want to find value.
There is a right way to do things…the Braves would have locked Nimmo up early to a team friendly deal or let him walk like they did with Swanson. Getting into bidding wars to retain your own players is a losing strategy.
The same with Alonso. Austin Riley signed to a team friendly deal two seasons ago and you won’t find a better comp for Alonso. Now, they’ll have to win a bidding war for him and far higher than what the Braves played for Riley — who is likely the superior player.
Not trying to be critical but that's what drugs will do to your body. God bless you, Darryl and wishing you a speedy recovery. Thank you for all the great moments that you gave us all.
Yeah, he & Doc paying the price. Once ran into Darryl at a Bernie Williams concert. He noted Bernie was a huge part of saving his life. Bernie is such an under appreciated human being.
Monday after the spring forward change is the #1 heart attack day of the year. Monday after the fall back change is the lowest.
Much needed. Looks like Vientos will start in AAA.
Always worry about players his age signing so late and what that can mean for injuries or a slow start. Hopefully he’s been staying in shape.
Probably a good thing he doesn’t play a position. (DH) Of course, oblique injury is something to worry about. He has been swinging at Driveline from what I’ve heard. No idea how long it will take him to be ready.
Martinez will probably go through an extended spring training while getting ready.
It was a very good signing. He had a monster year last year, and if he comes close to last year’s numbers, the Mets have a great 3-4 in their lineup.
Not to mention, after this signing, Boras probably put Cohen on top of his Christmas card list because Alonso suddenly has protection in the middle of the order during a contract year.
I heard April 8 is the earliest. Game one of Mets/Braves series. I wouldn’t rush him. He’s older and it’s a long season. Gives us hope.SP is still a major issue. Bullpen, defense and offense should all be improved.
Not looking good versus the Astros today.
Alonso had the most non-strikes thrown to him in MLB (may not be true, but sure felt like it). JD should help.
