December 22, 200322 yr While the last big piece will be a LHP, one little piece that interests me is a back-up utility INF. If Mordy were to pinch-hit, who would we have in an emergency to back up Alex or Luis? Andy Fox would have been good, before he stopped hitting last year. 29 year old Pablo Ozuna would be great but the Rockies are counting on him. Don't want a promising minor leaguer to give up necessary playing time for a bench job. Any ideas? (And don't say Cabs. Leave him alone in his OF position, unless Lowell gets hurt.)
December 22, 200322 yr I think our minor league system has enough depth to fill this without giving up necessary playing time. At this point, I believe guys like Matt Erickson/Kevin Hooper (and maybe Wilson Valdez?) are Major League ready, at least in a back-up role. I would take one of the first two and give Valdez an entire year at AAA. All three have average to above average speed, and Erickson can play 2B, 3B, SS, and I believe has played a game or two in the outfield in the past. By going through the farm system we have players that fit the "Marlins mold" (speed, contact, defense) that would come cheaper than signing a free agent or attaining one via trade.
December 22, 200322 yr Hey Arnie, Pablo Ozuna was Cut but the Rockies (or non tendered but basicly the same)
December 22, 200322 yr Author Hey Arnie, Pablo Ozuna was Cut but the Rockies (or non tendered but basicly the same) Thanks for the up-date. I had just read an early December newspaper report that said he was doing well in Winter League and Rockies planned on him for 2B
December 22, 200322 yr Carlos Baerga.... I like that idea, but how good is he defensively? Baerga is signed by the Snakes for the 04 season. NEXT!
December 22, 200322 yr We can just call one up from the minors, it isn't that big of a spot anyways and we might as well not spend a ridiculous amount on it.
December 22, 200322 yr I'd stick with the Fox. He's in Montreal now. What about Dave Berg? What's his situation? He was always clutch for us.
December 22, 200322 yr Uh Lenny Harris?? I think hes to old...we should just keep him as a pinch hitter...
December 22, 200322 yr He played some third with chicago last year why cant he just fill in if moris out of the game.
December 22, 200322 yr I'd stick with the Fox. He's in Montreal now. What about Dave Berg? What's his situation? He was always clutch for us. I think he is on the Blue Jays now...
December 22, 200322 yr I'd stick with the Fox. He's in Montreal now. What about Dave Berg? What's his situation? He was always clutch for us. I think he is on the Blue Jays now... I wouldnt want him anyways... :confused
December 22, 200322 yr Here is a interesting Idea... Even after signing Freddy Garcia, the Mariners have some money left over. They plan to go ahter Rich Aurilia. If Aurilia is signed, it's almost certain that Carlos Guillen would be traded /rotoworld. He makes 2.5 for a 1 year contract. The BJays, and Rockies are interested in him. So the Marlins can easily turn around and deal him for Bench, or Pen Help.
December 22, 200322 yr We can just call one up from the minors, it isn't that big of a spot anyways and we might as well not spend a ridiculous amount on it. I agree. Let Hooper and Erickson fight it out.
December 22, 200322 yr Kevin Hooper can play both second base and shortstop well defensively. Consider him a 26-year-old Mike Mordecai.
December 22, 200322 yr Kevin Hooper can play both second base and shortstop well defensively. Consider him a 26-year-old Mike Mordecai. I dont think i could compare them... hooper
December 22, 200322 yr Kevin Hooper can play both second base and shortstop well defensively. Consider him a 26-year-old Mike Mordecai. I dont think i could compare them... hooper
December 22, 200322 yr Kevin Hooper can play both second base and shortstop well defensively. Consider him a 26-year-old Mike Mordecai. I dont think i could compare them... hooper
December 22, 200322 yr Kevin Hooper can play both second base and shortstop well defensively. Consider him a 26-year-old Mike Mordecai. I dont think i could compare them... hooper
December 23, 200322 yr Valdez / Hooper / Harris. Harris is LH. Hooper is determined player. Valdez is a speedster.
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