What's Left

by JD Arney on Jan 19, 2007 3:16 PM EST in News

Trent has a look at the remaining free agents:

AMERICAN LEAGUE
BALTIMORE (3) -- Bruce Chen, lhp; Fernando Tatis, 3b; Chris Widger, c.
BOSTON (2) -- Gabe Kapler, of; Trot Nixon, of.
CHICAGO (2) -- Sandy Alomar Jr., c; Dustin Hermanson, rhp.
DETROIT (1) -- Troy Percival, rhp.
KANSAS CITY (1) -- Mark Redman, lhp.
LOS ANGELES (1) -- Darin Erstad, of-1b.
MINNESOTA (3) -- Phil Nevin, 1b; Brad Radke, rhp; Shannon Stewart, of.
NEW YORK (3) -- Miguel Cairo, 2b; Ron Villone, lhp; Bernie Williams, of.
OAKLAND (1) -- Steve Karsay, rhp.
SEATTLE (1) -- Eduardo Perez, 1b.
TAMPA BAY (1) -- Brian Meadows, rhp.
TEXAS (1) -- Eric Young, 2b.
NATIONAL LEAGUE
ATLANTA (1) -- Brian Jordan, of.
CINCINNATI (5) -- Eddie Guardado, lhp; Todd Hollandsworth, of; Jason Johnson, rhp; Kent Mercker, lhp.
COLORADO (2) -- Vinny Castilla, 3b; Mike DeJean, rhp.
FLORIDA (2) -- Matt Herges, rhp; Brian Moehler, rhp.
HOUSTON (2) -- Jeff Bagwell, 1b; Roger Clemens, rhp.
LOS ANGELES (2) -- J.D. Drew, of; Aaron Sele, rhp.
MILWAUKEE (4) -- David Bell, 3b; Rick Helling, rhp; Dan Kolb, rhp; Tomo Ohka, rhp.
NEW YORK (5) -- Cliff Floyd, of; Yusaku Iriki, rhp; Ricky Ledee, of; Steve Trachsel, rhp; Michael Tucker, rf.
PHILADELPHIA (2) -- Arthur Rhodes, lhp; Rick White, rhp.
PITTSBURGH (2) -- Jeromy Burnitz, of; Joe Randa, 3b.
ST. LOUIS (4) -- Ronnie Belliard, 2b; Jose Vizcaino, ss; Jeff Weaver, rhp; Preston Wilson, of.
SAN DIEGO (4) -- Sterling Hitchcock, lhp; Chan Ho Park, rhp; Rudy Seanez, rhp; David Wells, lhp.
SAN FRANCISCO (3) -- Barry Bonds, lf; Steve Finley, cf; Jamey Wright, rhp.
WASHINGTON (2) -- Tony Armas Jr., rhp; Ramon Ortiz, rhp.

Not exactly a lot left eh? You guys see anyone worth chasing?

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I wouldn't mind Trot Nixon in RF.

by Geki on Jan 19, 2007 3:20 PM EST reply actions

Nevermind, he signed with the Indians today.

Nothin' there, then.

by Geki on Jan 19, 2007 3:21 PM EST up reply actions

Indians

seem pretty deep in corner OFs now. I'd go for Shin Soo Choo solely for the Ralph Wiggum "you choo-choo-choose me?" jokes.

by ken on Jan 19, 2007 5:59 PM EST up reply actions

Pitchers

Dustin Hermanson might be worth a look since he's had experience and success closing out games. Even more importantly, he's old and from the area. He's probably a little on the expensive side though.

Also, Brian Moehler, just so he can pitch to Chad Moeller.

And Tomo Ohka, so he can stop killing the Reds for other teams, and start killing the Reds for Cincinnati.

by Brendanukkah on Jan 19, 2007 3:20 PM EST reply actions

But....

If Krivsky brings in Radke to keep the Minnesota-Cinci Pipeline open, I'm breaking down his door and slapping him in the face with a glove.

Pistols at dawn! I demand satisfaction, suh!

by Brendanukkah on Jan 19, 2007 3:21 PM EST up reply actions

Radke retired.

by Geki on Jan 19, 2007 3:34 PM EST up reply actions

But Shannon Stewart

Is still a possibility and may actually be worse.

Don't mind me...just thinking positive and pitching to contact, that's all...

by Paul Householder on Jan 19, 2007 3:41 PM EST up reply actions

Oh...

And Mark Redman. He plays Joe Mays in the sequel to the 2006 debacle.

Don't mind me...just thinking positive and pitching to contact, that's all...

by Paul Householder on Jan 19, 2007 3:43 PM EST up reply actions

So,

This list isn't exactly correct is it?
Drew is in Boston, Radke retired, Bonds sort of has a contract, others are rehabbers. Did I miss any?

I think we should go after Eric Young just so we can hear the George F#@^&*% Grande say "E.Y.....E.Y...."

Fire George Grande!

by Pops Daniels on Jan 19, 2007 3:27 PM EST reply actions

Sorry

Missed Bagwell, Nixon, and Randa...

Fire George Grande!

by Pops Daniels on Jan 19, 2007 3:29 PM EST up reply actions

Not official yet.

Drew and Bonds haven't signed yet and Radke could still potentially come back, though he won't. The list is technically accurate.

by Geki on Jan 19, 2007 3:34 PM EST up reply actions

the revelation of his positive amphetamine test will only slow progress between bonds and the giants, because the remaining kinks dealt with positive drug tests, subpoenas and indictments, all of which could explode in bonds' face this season. I severely doubt it, but it's slightly possible that the giants back away for good.

Fynal Cut... Get skewered

by boobs on Jan 19, 2007 5:10 PM EST up reply actions

I don't know if the Reds are in need...

But the Nationals might go after Bruce Chen, Edurado Perez, Ron Villone, Brian Moehler, Michael Tucker, Joe Randa, Rick White, David Wells, and try to resign Ramon Ortiz.

by indy on Jan 19, 2007 3:50 PM EST reply actions

the sad thing is

you aren't joking.

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by Daedalus on Jan 19, 2007 5:14 PM EST up reply actions

Old Free Agent List

It was just posted on Trent's site that this list is two weeks outdated. Also a very interesting post about Shannon Stewart.

The Nationals can sign the entire free agent list and they're still gonna lose 142 games. That's the worst-looking team I can ever recall going into spring training. If I were Nick Johnson, my leg wouldn't heal for another 10 months.

by Sean JP on Jan 19, 2007 4:28 PM EST reply actions

Krivsky's want list includes:

Chris Widger, and Sandy Alomar Jr.

by rose2hall on Jan 19, 2007 4:45 PM EST reply actions

too bad

Too bad there's only two catchers left. We need to find some way to implemant the 12 catcher system.

by KAredsfan on Jan 19, 2007 4:47 PM EST up reply actions

we could always convert someone like erstad

In accordance to the prophecy

by crolfer on Jan 19, 2007 7:00 PM EST up reply actions

castilla and finley

are over 40, right? so they'll be on our roster by opening day...

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by Daedalus on Jan 19, 2007 5:17 PM EST reply actions

Cairo is taken

Miguel Cairo re-signed with the Yankees.

Ramon Ortiz is supposedly about to sign with the Twins. It's all done but the physical.

The Reds are close to signing Guardado. According to his agent, they are just dotting the i's and crossing the t's now. He'll get a minor league deal and invite to spring training.

by BubbaFan on Jan 19, 2007 5:40 PM EST reply actions

David Bell

and Eduardo Perez, if for no other reason than the father son game

"Your shower shoes have fungus on them. You'll never make it to the bigs with fungus on your shower shoes." - Crash Davis

by Caleb on Jan 20, 2007 1:16 PM EST reply actions

little known secret

It's in junior's contract that all his sons get drafted by the Reds out of high school, no joke

by rose2hall on Jan 21, 2007 1:24 PM EST up reply actions

ol' ronnie

you know, i like ronnie belliard although he seems like a prick. if we didnt have Gonzalez and Phillips i would look into Belliard

by truckparade on Jan 20, 2007 2:37 PM EST reply actions

terrible choice

i would stab my eyes out before watching a pot-bellied gangsta man second for cincy

by rose2hall on Jan 21, 2007 1:21 PM EST up reply actions

Grooming

The Reds looked a little scruffy last year, and I see the Barber is still available to make a Cincy Return.

Make that Happen Wayne. We want to see Ramon Ortiz Part Deux - the Ortiz/Milton show was the greatest thing to happen to bleacher ball hawks in years.

by jmcclain19 on Jan 21, 2007 2:03 PM EST reply actions

I was dreaming when I wrote this

You could put together a kick-ass team in 1999 with these guys

C Sandy Alomar .307
1B Jeff Bagwell .304 42HR 30SB 126RBI
2B Eric Young .281 51SB
SS Jose Vizcaino .252
3B Fernando Tatis .298 34HR 21SB 107RBI
LF Barry Bonds .262 34HR
CF Steve Finley .264 34HR 100R 103RBI
RF Bernie Williams .342 25HR 116R 115RBI

The pitching isn't as impressive, as nearly all the starters had subpar years.

SP Brad Radke
SP Roger Clemens
SP Aaron Sele
SP Sterling Hitchcock
SP David Wells
RP Steve Karsay
RP Matt Herges
RP Eddie Guardado

Off years by Bonds and Clemens would probably do them in, but there's plenty of depth on the offensive side.

by Red Menace on Jan 21, 2007 2:35 PM EST reply actions

Id sign a few of 'em

I would sign to minor league contracts...

SP - Aaron Sele ($800,000 if he makes the team) w/ an Invite to ST

2b - Eric Young (League Minimum If He Makes the Team) w/ an Invite to ST

3b - David Bell ($1 Mil If he Makes the Team) w/ an Invite to ST

3b - Fernando Tatis ($550,000 If he Makes the Team) w/ an Invite to ST

RP (RHP) - Matt Herges ($800,000 If he Makes the Team) w/ an Invite to ST

RP (LHP) - Eduardo Guardado ($880,000 If he Makes the Team) w/ an Invite to ST

RP (RHP) - Rick White ($500,225 If he Makes the Team) w/ an Invite to ST

Guardado, White, and Herges could round out the Bullpen and Sele could go between AAA and CIN giving quality starts for cheap.

Bell and Tatis - I would only keep one on the major league roster (Bell probably) and the other (Tatis) in AAA. They could be backup to a young Encarnacion.

1B - Eduardo Perez ($850,000 If he makes The Team) w/ an Invite to ST

Eduardo would be a good power bat off the bench, and could spell Hatteberg once a week or whenever he needs it.

MAJOR LEAGUE CONTRACTS:

R. Villone (lhp) - 1 Yr. $1.25 M. Club Option 2008 Worth 1.5 M. ($450,000 Buyout)

A. Rhodes (lhp) - 1 Yr. $1.5 M. Club Option 2008 Worth $1.8 M. ($450,000 Buyout)

Both could be solid lefties in a 'pen.

Andrew

by NYScout15 on Jan 21, 2007 9:07 PM EST reply actions

The Reds

should sign Hermanson, Politte (not on your list but available) and try and sign Armas and Ohka.

I'm not saying Hermanson and Politte are world beaters but when healthy are better than just about better than everybody the Reds have in the pen. Then, if/when Eddie comes back the pen is even stronger.

by Havok1517 on Jan 23, 2007 1:27 PM EST reply actions

Here's a question

Ohka is rumored to no longer be looking for a multi-year deal and wants to sign a one-year with hopes of upping his stock. How much would you pay for one year of Ohka as the 5th starter for the Reds?

by Slyde on Jan 23, 2007 1:44 PM EST up reply actions