July 4, 200322 yr http://msn.espn.go.com/mlb/columns/stark_j...on/1576544.html "The Cardinals, meanwhile, are hunting for starting pitchers of just about any variety or flavor. They just checked out Mark Redman in Florida. But several clubs that have scouted Redman say that as well as he's pitched, they're worried that much of his success is due to the canyonesque Pro Player Stadium. "That's a perfect match," says one scout, "of him and that ballpark." Even though Redman has been Florida's most consistent starter, next to Dontrelle Willis, one scout who has covered their system isn't convinced that the Marlins got the better of the deal with Detroit that brought Redman to Miami. "Rob Henkel (5-1, 2.82 in Double-A), if he stays healthy, has got a chance to be better than Redman," the scout says. "Nate Robertson (5-6, 3.68 in Triple-A) has a history of injury, but if he stays healthy, he's got a chance to pitch in the big leagues, too. And Gary Knotts (just sent back to Triple-A Toledo) has a real good arm. He should get back there. So they'll hit on one of those three, maybe more. And if one of them does hit, they'll have somebody who's at least the equal of Redman. So if I were Detroit, I'd have done that deal also." * The problem is "IF THEY STAY HEALTHY" hey I hope the deal works out for them. Henkel in opinion would be a left-handed Kevin Brown coming out UCLA until all the injuries. I would make that deal again also. The big tipoff that Derrek Lee is now the favorite in The First Marlin To Get Traded derby (assuming they fall out of the race) is that Florida recently handed Miguel Cabrera a first baseman's mitt and had him start working out at first base. The Marlins have two frontline first-base prospects in the minor leagues, in Adrian Gonzalez and Jason Stokes. But they don't believe either will be ready to play in the big leagues until at least next year. Luis Castillo is also even money to get dealt if the Marlins drop out of contention. But it hasn't escaped the attention of clubs following him that he hasn't wreaked havoc this year like he used to. In fact, he isn't even in the top 10 in the NL in stolen bases. "He's not running as well," says one scout. "He had that hip problem at the end of last year, and he's still feeling it. He's still moving well defensively, but even there, he's not as quick as he used to be." * interesting note on Castillo, Lee on the other hand know if this team fall out of the race is gone. Some people see Dontrelle Willis and think, "Vida Blue." Some people see Dontrelle Willis and think, "Fernando Valenzuela." We see Dontrelle Willis and think, "Nuke LaLoosh" -- the legendary head-swiveling left-hander from "Bull Durham." And even the Marlins aren't saying we're wrong. "He does have a little Nuke LaLoosh in him," says Dan Jennings, the Marlins' vice president for player personnel, "except he's got better command than Nuke. I just hope he doesn't start breathing through his eyelids." *side note is not on Willis but Jennings it appear he might be the leading contender to take over the GM duties in Tampa if he's fired. A person I would mind seeing if Dan goes to Tampa is Tim Wilken, who just resign as Blue Jays' vice president of baseball operations after 25yrs. He is a great eye for talent and would be a great addition to Marlins family
July 4, 200322 yr Author "one scout who has covered their system isn't convinced that the Marlins got the better of the deal" hmmmm who might that be Al Avila now working for Detroit? :mischief2
July 4, 200322 yr "one scout who has covered their system isn't convinced that the Marlins got the better of the deal" hmmmm who might that be Al Avila now working for Detroit? :mischief2 Ed, I love you !!!!! Great Post !!!
July 4, 200322 yr bye Derrek. who would play LF/1b(depending on where Cabs plays) Banks I suppose...even though we didn't get much production from him in the ATL series he hit the ball well. Who would we get in return from the Cards if we traded with them? Didn't think they had a good farm system and I doubt they would trade MLers if they are trying to make a run. Good post as usual though Ed :thumbup
July 4, 200322 yr Here is a Link that has the Cards top 10 Prospects: http://www.theprospectreport.com/top10stl.html
July 4, 200322 yr "System Overview In 40 Words Or Less: A very bad organization. Not an elite prospect in the bunch, and most of the pitchers at the top have big question marks due to injuries." Thats enough for me right there to say a big NO to trading with the Cards unless they offer an unbelievable deal.
July 4, 200322 yr cards dont wanan give up nobody good 4 da stars they are trying to get f*** the CARDS!!!!!! as4 the 1 scout sayin Mark Redman is only doing good cuz he plays at Pro Player what teh f*** has this scout been watching!!!!! has he not seen redman go out on the road and dominate bitches..... f*** the cards!!! if we are outta the race if im not mistaken i think there only 4 or 4.5 games better than we are.....
July 4, 200322 yr Seriously your right Ramp, there is a lot of people on this board who can't write at all and at times it's very hard to understand. Maybe it's due to people being so young on these boards.
July 4, 200322 yr you need a grammer book ... and a spell checker, it's "grammAr not grammEr. Sorry bud, I couldn't resist. :teach
July 4, 200322 yr I really wish that kid would keep the half naked girls out of the sig line. I cant view this board in any public places...like the library which I usually do. Only at home now. Thanks a lot.
July 5, 200322 yr I really wish that kid would keep the half naked girls out of the sig line. I cant view this board in any public places...like the library which I usually do. Only at home now. Thanks a lot. PM Admin about that... Admin would be rich if he invisted on a spell checker. :lol
July 5, 200322 yr I really wish that kid would keep the half naked girls out of the sig line. I cant view this board in any public places...like the library which I usually do. Only at home now. Thanks a lot. Btw... rule #8 says he's breaking the rules... 8)Pictures may be posted as long as they are not explicive or offensive.
July 5, 200322 yr I really wish that kid would keep the half naked girls out of the sig line. I cant view this board in any public places...like the library which I usually do. Only at home now. Thanks a lot. Since it offended you or inhibited your use of the board, I've removed the pic.
July 5, 200322 yr Since it offended you or inhibited your use of the board, I've removed the pic. yay, thanks. Now I can visit between classes
July 5, 200322 yr Yea my mom saw those pics and she thought I was on a porn site. lol you werent? :whistle
July 5, 200322 yr you people killed my sig?????? you have got to be kidding me Offensive since when is looking at a hoe with a Bra and some panties on Offensive???? its like going to the beach and seeing a fine hoe..... you telling me you cant go to Library cuz it wont allow you to look at a chick with clothes on..... MAN!!!!! im dissipointed in you guys..... adleast I had a nice night Ft.Lauderdale Beach was Great..... and i didnt get drunk but Buzzzzzzed that i am..... MARLINS WON wish i could hav seen or heard the game......
July 5, 200322 yr it's not offensive to us, but some of us like to post at work also, and I can't even begin to tell you the kind of mess you can get into if they think you're looking at porn at work. I'm sure you can find plenty of pictures of "hoes with bra and panties" on the net and you'll be just fine.
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