May 31, 200521 yr On www.prosportsdaily.com in the MLB Rumors page, they Philadelphia newspaper stated that Dodgers manager Jim Tracy would prefer Lowells pop than Polancos liners. That would be an interesting trade. Who would the Dodgers give up? Keep in mind, they gave us the heart and soul of their offense, a great defensive outfielder and their setup man (Paul LoDuca, Guillermo Mota, and Juan Encarnacion) for Brad Penny (inconsistent starter), Hee Seop Choi (can't hit against lefties), and Bill Murphy (prospect that was severely overrated). Could we grab Milton Bradley or one of their starters or even a great prospect like an Antonio Perez or Edwin Jackson? Could there be a package of Lowell and another player like Leiter or Pierre? In addition, I heard that a lot of struggling teams are showing some interest in Leiter. One team is the Kansas City Royals.
May 31, 200521 yr I wonder how dangerous it would be to mix Bradley and McKeon. Ill never believe Bradley is no longer a headcase. I say we keep Lowell. Im thinking he breaks out soon and in a big way.
May 31, 200521 yr I wonder how dangerous it would be to mix Bradley and McKeon. Ill never believe Bradley is no longer a headcase. I say we keep Lowell. Im thinking he breaks out soon and in a big way. 789984[/snapback] :lol Bradley will always have anger problems... thats why I would not want him on our team even if he is a great hitter. I really believe Mikey will break out of this slump soon!
May 31, 200521 yr Even if Lowell doesn't come out of his slump soon, he doesn't need to be dealt for prospects.
May 31, 200521 yr In regards to the Leiter talk... The guy who started that topic Track Star is referring to has zero credibility so take this for what it is. Link to Topic 1 and Link To Topic 2
May 31, 200521 yr Wasn't this mentioned a few weeks ago? 789996[/snapback] Yeah because it's a logical trade partner, they need a third basemen.
May 31, 200521 yr Based on what I'm seeing Lowell's power is gone, if we get a chance to unload his contract we have to do it. I truly believe that Willingham could do a better job than Lowell right now and provide us with the pop in the lineup we so desperately need. It wouldn't hurt us to much defensively either. Cabrera is an above average defender at third base and Willingham should be able to play Left Field at least as good as Cabs, because as we all know Cabs isn't too good out there.
May 31, 200521 yr Lowell's trade value right now is probably at an all-time low. I have a feeling that he might be having a Pat Burrell off-season. He has been too consistent in the past. It wouldn't be smart to trade him. However, his lack of power is disturbing. I hate to bring it up and I don't want to sound paranoid, but I wonder if steroids were involved. 790003[/snapback] All things I myself have thought...
May 31, 200521 yr Since we're playing the trade speculation game, here's one that I thought of that would make sense for all teams involved: Marlins get: Adam Dunn, Danny Graves, cash. Dodgers get: Joe Randa. Reds get: Mike Lowell, Jason Stokes, Blake DeWitt. Here's my reasoning: the Marlins get rid of Lowell's contract (although they give him away for a little less than fair value), the Dodgers get a stop gap third baseman (because it appears they really want to give the job to LaRoche next season), and the Marlins get a thumper with positional versatility, and they keep Graves away from the Mets and Braves. Now, I understand that the Reds are probably getting the least out of the deal, but they get Lowell under contract for the next three seasons (unlike Dunn's arbitration numbers), and they get two young power hitters for the future in Stokes and DeWitt. Plus, with the Reds' ballpark, Lowell could put up good power numbers there and play his way out of Cincy (if that's what they want).
May 31, 200521 yr Lowell's trade value right now is probably at an all-time low.? I have a feeling that he might be having a Pat Burrell off-season.? He has been too consistent in the past.? It wouldn't be smart to trade him. However, his lack of power is disturbing.? I hate to bring it up and I don't want to sound paranoid, but I wonder if steroids were involved. 790003[/snapback] All things I myself have thought... 790004[/snapback] Problem is...Burrell was younger and still hit a lot better in his slump year. I don't see him exploding anytime soon. He's still popping up to 3B every other AB. RHP have figured him out and/or he's lost something.
May 31, 200521 yr Guys, CONSIDER THE SOURCE. Piganator, one of the biggest tards on the internet who makes countless ridiculous trade rumor thrads every day made these threads about Lowell.
May 31, 200521 yr Based on what I'm seeing Lowell's power is gone, if we get a chance to unload his contract we have to do it. I truly believe that Willingham could do a better job than Lowell right now and provide us with the pop in the lineup we so desperately need. It wouldn't hurt us to much defensively either. Cabrera is an above average defender at third base and Willingham should be able to play Left Field at least as good as Cabs, because as we all know Cabs isn't too good out there. 789999[/snapback] I couldnt agree more f*** the PR situation... if the fans leave because of one player that is there own damn problem
May 31, 200521 yr Since we're playing the trade speculation game, here's one that I thought of that would make sense for all teams involved: Marlins get: Adam Dunn, Danny Graves, cash. Dodgers get: Joe Randa. Reds get: Mike Lowell, Jason Stokes, Blake DeWitt. Here's my reasoning: the Marlins get rid of Lowell's contract (although they give him away for a little less than fair value), the Dodgers get a stop gap third baseman (because it appears they really want to give the job to LaRoche next season), and the Marlins get a thumper with positional versatility, and they keep Graves away from the Mets and Braves. Now, I understand that the Reds are probably getting the least out of the deal, but they get Lowell under contract for the next three seasons (unlike Dunn's arbitration numbers), and they get two young power hitters for the future in Stokes and DeWitt. Plus, with the Reds' ballpark, Lowell could put up good power numbers there and play his way out of Cincy (if that's what they want). 790011[/snapback] if Adam Dunn is being traded, one has to believe the Reds get a bounty of pitching in return and Id rather not have Adam Dunn... just my own personal belief but he would be so frustrating to watch game in and game out
May 31, 200521 yr Since we're playing the trade speculation game, here's one that I thought of that would make sense for all teams involved: Marlins get: Adam Dunn, Danny Graves, cash. Dodgers get: Joe Randa. Reds get: Mike Lowell, Jason Stokes, Blake DeWitt. Here's my reasoning: the Marlins get rid of Lowell's contract (although they give him away for a little less than fair value), the Dodgers get a stop gap third baseman (because it appears they really want to give the job to LaRoche next season), and the Marlins get a thumper with positional versatility, and they keep Graves away from the Mets and Braves. Now, I understand that the Reds are probably getting the least out of the deal, but they get Lowell under contract for the next three seasons (unlike Dunn's arbitration numbers), and they get two young power hitters for the future in Stokes and DeWitt. Plus, with the Reds' ballpark, Lowell could put up good power numbers there and play his way out of Cincy (if that's what they want). 790011[/snapback] I'd do it, but I don't think the Reds would. I'm sure the Reds would want pitching prospects if they are going to trade Dunn. Dunn wouldn't be much more in arbitration than Lowell and he is a much better player.
May 31, 200521 yr Since we're playing the trade speculation game, here's one that I thought of that would make sense for all teams involved: Marlins get: Adam Dunn, Danny Graves, cash. Dodgers get: Joe Randa. Reds get: Mike Lowell, Jason Stokes, Blake DeWitt. Here's my reasoning: the Marlins get rid of Lowell's contract (although they give him away for a little less than fair value), the Dodgers get a stop gap third baseman (because it appears they really want to give the job to LaRoche next season), and the Marlins get a thumper with positional versatility, and they keep Graves away from the Mets and Braves.? Now, I understand that the Reds are probably getting the least out of the deal, but they get Lowell under contract for the next three seasons (unlike Dunn's arbitration numbers), and they get two young power hitters for the future in Stokes and DeWitt.? Plus, with the Reds' ballpark, Lowell could put up good power numbers there and play his way out of Cincy (if that's what they want). 790011[/snapback] if Adam Dunn is being traded, one has to believe the Reds get a bounty of pitching in return and Id rather not have Adam Dunn... just my own personal belief but he would be so frustrating to watch game in and game out 790030[/snapback] I could be wrong, but I think Dunn's average would be better in our lineup. I think he could hit around .270 with 40-50 HRs and a lot of walks. I've love to get him and move Cabrera to third. We'd have Hermida or Willingham ready to take over LF next year once Enc/Conine are gone. If we did deal for Dunn, I'd love to see us trade Enc/Willingham/pitching prospect for Vito and play Conine in left. But I'm one of the few people that still thinks Zito can be a 15-20 game winner in the right situation.
May 31, 200521 yr I dont see him being anything more than a .250 hitter in his career he is a bit too patient(if thats possible) just my op though
May 31, 200521 yr I dont see him being anything more than a .250 hitter in his career he is a bit too patient(if thats possible) just my op though 790040[/snapback] Get him around Delgado, Cabrera and Lo Duca, and I think he'd change some. Lets face it, he doesn't have anyone around him in Cinci to help. Griffey is the closet thing he has to a mentor and I'd never trust that guy to help out younger players. I think Delgado could help him out a lot when it comes to how to approach a pitcher.
May 31, 200521 yr I can just see Jack in the dugout after Dunn's 140th strikeout. That isn't a shot at Dunn, but a comment on the type of ball Jack wants the Marlins to play. If the team were so constructed that he fit in I'd love to have the guy.
May 31, 200521 yr WTF? Pignator is a dumb f***. 789998[/snapback] my thought exactly he's back wiith a diffrent name...
May 31, 200521 yr I dont see him being anything more than a .250 hitter in his career he is a bit too patient(if thats possible) just my op though 790040[/snapback] Get him around Delgado, Cabrera and Lo Duca, and I think he'd change some. Lets face it, he doesn't have anyone around him in Cinci to help. Griffey is the closet thing he has to a mentor and I'd never trust that guy to help out younger players. I think Delgado could help him out a lot when it comes to how to approach a pitcher. 790045[/snapback] Maybe not.... but Im sure Sean Casey helps him alot, on and off the field
May 31, 200521 yr I wonder how dangerous it would be to mix Bradley and McKeon. Ill never believe Bradley is no longer a headcase. I say we keep Lowell. Im thinking he breaks out soon and in a big way. 789984[/snapback] :lol Bradley will always have anger problems... thats why I would not want him on our team even if he is a great hitter. I really believe Mikey will break out of this slump soon! 789988[/snapback] We should keep Mikey!!
May 31, 200521 yr We got to keep Mikey, for crying out loud he made some sacrifices to stay here so we should do the same. Hell get out of this slump.
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