Sol Aristatel Posted February 13, 2018 Report Share Posted February 13, 2018 Seems like there has to be some sort of collusion going on. So many FA's out there still unsigned, with pitchers and catchers reporting just 2 days away. As of a few days ago none of Scott Boras' clients were signed. Not one. Haven't heard if that has changed the past couple of days or not. Not sure Ive seen anything like this. With so many big names not signing yet this late in the game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharp Square Posted February 13, 2018 Report Share Posted February 13, 2018 It has def been one of the most unique I have seen as well. I am not sure it is collusion as much as it is Boras refusing to adjust his thinking and asking prices to what the current market has turned into. With JD Martinez as a prime example, he switched agents over to Boras and I am sure the pitch was imma get you a whole lot more and well now the market pretty much doesn't exist for that "whole lot more" promise and he is pissed about it. And the fact that he was the agent for so many of the top guys has made the market even slower because he has promised these guys the moon and he is having a hard time delivering now which has made market even worse for the middle of the road players out there. Now it may come down to who blinks first but a lot of guys have to be getting a little jittery with no jobs this close to spring training. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sol Aristatel Posted February 13, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 13, 2018 It has def been one of the most unique I have seen as well. I am not sure it is collusion as much as it is Boras refusing to adjust his thinking and asking prices to what the current market has turned into. With JD Martinez as a prime example, he switched agents over to Boras and I am sure the pitch was imma get you a whole lot more and well now the market pretty much doesn't exist for that "whole lot more" promise and he is pissed about it. And the fact that he was the agent for so many of the top guys has made the market even slower because he has promised these guys the moon and he is having a hard time delivering now which has made market even worse for the middle of the road players out there. Now it may come down to who blinks first but a lot of guys have to be getting a little jittery with no jobs this close to spring training. I think it's great that Boras is in this spot. Greedy fucker is getting what he deserves. Us DBack's fans are hoping to be the beneficiary. Hoping JD says screw it and signs a 1 year deal to stay in AZ. Then re-enters the market next season. It's a gamble for him, but maybe his frustration will lead to that type of move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharp Square Posted February 13, 2018 Report Share Posted February 13, 2018 I think it's great that Boras is in this spot. Greedy fucker is getting what he deserves. Us DBack's fans are hoping to be the beneficiary. Hoping JD says screw it and signs a 1 year deal to stay in AZ. Then re-enters the market next season. It's a gamble for him, but maybe his frustration will lead to that type of move. I would love to see JD sign 1 or 2 year deal to go back to Arizona not just to spite that cocky fucker Boras but because he really looked so comfortable and at home there last season. It was a perfect fit for him and the team and its a shame to fuck that up to get a little more money elsewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Posted February 13, 2018 Report Share Posted February 13, 2018 Arietta to the Phillies would make me very happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-Hustle Posted February 13, 2018 Report Share Posted February 13, 2018 these guys make more in 1 year than most people make in their entire life. doesn't matter where they go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingRevolver Posted February 16, 2018 Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 I think it's great that Boras is in this spot. Greedy fucker is getting what he deserves. Us DBack's fans are hoping to be the beneficiary. Hoping JD says screw it and signs a 1 year deal to stay in AZ. Then re-enters the market next season. It's a gamble for him, but maybe his frustration will lead to that type of move. Was hoping the same, but the guy wouldn't risk things by signing a 1-year deal. The Red Sox and JD will end up getting a deal done. Red Sox need him since they need the power, and I don't think anyone else is going to pay him nearly as much as he wants... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sol Aristatel Posted February 16, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 Was hoping the same, but the guy wouldn't risk things by signing a 1-year deal. The Red Sox and JD will end up getting a deal done. Red Sox need him since they need the power, and I don't think anyone else is going to pay him nearly as much as he wants... I thought I remember hearing that teams will be able to offer next year's free agents more money. Don't remember the details behind that and why. But it would maybe make sense in that case. Sit out a year and re-enter the market when teams are willing to spend more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Raver Camper Posted February 16, 2018 Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 Arietta to the Phillies would make me very happy.Can you introduce me to your dealer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Raver Camper Posted February 16, 2018 Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 I want some of the shit your on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Raver Camper Posted February 16, 2018 Report Share Posted February 16, 2018 Greater chance of the phils resigning joe Cowley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingRevolver Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 Still no deal. Red Sox better cut the shit and get it done. Yankees got Stanton. Red Sox need Martinez. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-Hustle Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 Penis is the hottest free agent on the market. I need to sign her real quick. 10 year deal at least. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharp Square Posted February 17, 2018 Report Share Posted February 17, 2018 Still no deal. Red Sox better cut the shit and get it done. Yankees got Stanton. Red Sox need Martinez. Hopefully, there is enough bad blood there between him and RedSox to where he decides to sign back in Arz for a shorter term deal. Although I still think in the end he may end up in Boston because they will prob be the biggest offer cash wise, even if this thing does stretch deep into spring training. The addition of the humidor now in Arizona is also another very interesting development. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingRevolver Posted February 20, 2018 Report Share Posted February 20, 2018 Done deal between Red Sox and Martinez. Five-year, $110 million Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hangover Posted February 21, 2018 Report Share Posted February 21, 2018 Nice trade for Dbacks snagging Souza after losing out on JD...Souza should put up at least 30 homers again with a more hitter friendly park as his home field this season... Not sure wtf the Yanks saw in Drury....guy is a .240 hitter with 12 HRs in 500 AB for his career outside of Chase Field. Bum JAG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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