February 9, 20197 yr I think this move is a little weird. Why not give Prado 125-150 AB’s and see what happens? BA is a stud in RF. Are we worried we’ll lose a game or two more than if BA played the whole year at 3B and we’ll miss the playoffs because of that? I mean, I obviously don’t know if Prado endorses the FO’s move or whatever but this just seems weird.
February 9, 20197 yr Actually y'know what, yeah, looking at all the defensive numbers, Anderson should stay in right. Can Neil Walker play third?
February 9, 20197 yr I think this move is a little weird. Why not give Prado 125-150 AB’s and see what happens? BA is a stud in RF. Are we worried we’ll lose a game or two more than if BA played the whole year at 3B and we’ll miss the playoffs because of that? I mean, I obviously don’t know if Prado endorses the FO’s move or whatever but this just seems weird. I mean you’re not gonna get a valuable player in return for prado at this point in his career and with that price tag. The more important thing is do get Anderson re-accustomed to the spot he’s gonna be playing here long term I think. He’s a capable infielder, it’ll be easier to find a solid outfielder to fill that hole than a solid infielder
February 9, 20197 yr Very surprising but good move (maybe a signal that wins are more important this year?) But this does open the door for another free agent outfielder to be signed.
February 9, 20197 yr Author Very surprising but good move (maybe a signal that wins are more important this year?) But this does open the door for another free agent outfielder to be signed. Hopefully CarGo.
February 9, 20197 yr Maybe Prado asked for a reduced role because of health issues? Preventing wear and tear on the hamstrings?
February 10, 20197 yr Will they use Prado in a utility role? He moved around a lot on the field prior to joining the Marlins.
February 10, 20197 yr My biggest question is who are 3 starting OF if Anderson isn't one? VV Mesa, Granderson, Bryce Harper
February 10, 20197 yr Author Will they use Prado in a utility role? He moved around a lot on the field prior to joining the Marlins. I assume that's the plan.
February 10, 20197 yr Will they use Prado in a utility role? He moved around a lot on the field prior to joining the Marlins. Admittedly I cannot imagine they use him in all of the spots he's played on the field - don't think his hamstrings would hold up well in the outfield or middle infield at this point. Honestly he's probably limited to third base at this point.
February 10, 20197 yr I think this move is a little weird. Why not give Prado 125-150 AB’s and see what happens? BA is a stud in RF. Are we worried we’ll lose a game or two more than if BA played the whole year at 3B and we’ll miss the playoffs because of that? I mean, I obviously don’t know if Prado endorses the FO’s move or whatever but this just seems weird. I'm sure it's partly to keep Prado Healthy for a trade, and to keep him available. His body fell apart at 3B.... let him play 1B and pinch hit.
February 10, 20197 yr I like this move also... we need a 3B of the future and he can always fill in here and there in the OF.
February 10, 20197 yr In interviews yesterday Mattingly said Prado would play all over the field... that sounds like a stretch. To me that means he will be on the bench and be the backup third baseman but will occasionally get into the games at other positions for an inning or two with double switches and so on. I don't think he'll actually start games at second or in the outfield. He'll start at third when Anderson gets a day off and occasionally at first. And Prado spoke and just talked about being ok with a utility role since he started his career like that and that health was his priority. So that sounds to me like this was a mutual decision to save his legs from wear and tear. Lastly, people will laugh at this but this move signals more of a focus on winning. 2018 "everybody plays" and gets experience even if we lose. 2019 even if we're not meant to win we put the best lineup out there and say we're gonna win and start programming the winning mentality in their heads. This same idea has to apply to the bullpen too, if we are here to win then no more leaving a struggling reliever out there in a key situation just so that he gains experience.
February 10, 20197 yr His body fell apart at 3B.... let him play 1B and pinch hit. I was thinking about this - with his hamstring issues, would it be wise having him at first base trying to stretch out to field a bad throw?
February 10, 20197 yr hopefully “we’re trying to win in 2019” translates into less Mags Sierra getting big league playing time
February 10, 20197 yr My biggest question is who are 3 starting OF if Anderson isn't one? Grandy Mags Brinson ?
February 11, 20197 yr Looking into the future, the outfield is pretty full with VVM, Brinson, and Harrison just to start. So this moves makes sense for the long-term perspective.
February 11, 20197 yr With so many promising OFs in the team, I'm OK to put Anderson in the hot corner.
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