Well, the Brewers did not offer arbitration to any of their free agents. The Crew had five type B players who would have netted them a draft pick if the player had declined and signed else where. Type B players were: RHP David Weathers, RHP Braden Looper, CF Mike Cameron, 2B Felipe Lopez, and C Jason Kendall. Pretty much saw this coming, still thought they would offer to Lopez, but GM Doug Melvin hinted yesterday hinted they wouldn't risk him accepting.
Also, the John Halama deal I've mentioned before has officially been completed. The former big league lefty signed a minor league contract with an invitation to big league camp. If John wins a spot on the 25 man roster he will draw a $450,000 dollar salary, otherwise he'll head to AAA.
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Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Anti-Lackey Rumors, Looper
Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi are reporting from the GM meetings which are currently rapping up in Chicago.
The ESPN writers state that the Brewers "do not expect to be a serious player" for Lackey, as they believe he would likely prefer a large market. Also, seeing as he is the number one pitcher on the market, it seems unlikely Milwaukee would come up with the best offer.
This is basically what anyone could have thought, but to me these pieces seem to be coming from a Mil-town insider, giving them some more weight. Phrases like this are discouraging, after the Sabathia trade coup GM Doug Melvin pulled off two years ago things some how seem more possible. Dousing the flames of my dreams...
Also coming in is a bit regarding Looper's option.
These writers don't really hazard a guess as to the probability of the option being picked up, but says that the Crew will need to replace those 34 starts, and mentioned Doug Davis and Jarrod Washburn as likely targets. One thing they do say is that Looper would likely pick up his half of the option if the Brewers do exersize. Brade lives in Chicago and enjoys playing for the team. The option is for 6.5 million with a 1m buyout. So the question is can we do better for 5.5?
Oh well. We'll keep our eyes peeled for any more rumors, articles pending. Brew Up.
The ESPN writers state that the Brewers "do not expect to be a serious player" for Lackey, as they believe he would likely prefer a large market. Also, seeing as he is the number one pitcher on the market, it seems unlikely Milwaukee would come up with the best offer.
This is basically what anyone could have thought, but to me these pieces seem to be coming from a Mil-town insider, giving them some more weight. Phrases like this are discouraging, after the Sabathia trade coup GM Doug Melvin pulled off two years ago things some how seem more possible. Dousing the flames of my dreams...
Also coming in is a bit regarding Looper's option.
These writers don't really hazard a guess as to the probability of the option being picked up, but says that the Crew will need to replace those 34 starts, and mentioned Doug Davis and Jarrod Washburn as likely targets. One thing they do say is that Looper would likely pick up his half of the option if the Brewers do exersize. Brade lives in Chicago and enjoys playing for the team. The option is for 6.5 million with a 1m buyout. So the question is can we do better for 5.5?
Oh well. We'll keep our eyes peeled for any more rumors, articles pending. Brew Up.
Monday, November 9, 2009
Roster Updates, More tidbits.
First and foremost I suppose is the addition of utility man Adam Heether to the 40 man roster. A 2003 11th round draft pick, Heether would have become a free agent if he hadn't been added. Adam can play 2nd, 3rd, and short, as has spent some time in the OF. The righty put up a good season in '09, hitting .296 with 16 HR and an OBP of .400. Looks like he will be competing for a bench position. 40 man roster currently stands at 37, can be down to 34 if/when Craig Counsell, Claudio Vargas, and David Weathers apply for free agency.
Some more tidbits for you now-
Tom Hardicourt sees Counsell back again next season, saying that the Brewers paid for Craig's knee surgery, suggesting a return.
Related to above, Hardicourt sees the 'Crew offering arbitration to Vargas as well.
Buster Olney describes the Brewers as one of the teams ready and willing to go after John Lackey... interesting to see a few days after Lackey's name came up in a call with GM Doug Melvin.
The team has until Saturday to make a decision regarding Braden Looper's 6.5 million dollar option. More and more signs point towards no, I agree.
It for now. Hopefully this week I can put another feature up, maybe finish up minor league awards. Brew Up.
Some more tidbits for you now-
Tom Hardicourt sees Counsell back again next season, saying that the Brewers paid for Craig's knee surgery, suggesting a return.
Related to above, Hardicourt sees the 'Crew offering arbitration to Vargas as well.
Buster Olney describes the Brewers as one of the teams ready and willing to go after John Lackey... interesting to see a few days after Lackey's name came up in a call with GM Doug Melvin.
The team has until Saturday to make a decision regarding Braden Looper's 6.5 million dollar option. More and more signs point towards no, I agree.
It for now. Hopefully this week I can put another feature up, maybe finish up minor league awards. Brew Up.
Friday, October 16, 2009
2010 Options
Hello everyone,
So the Brewers have two options to decide on for 2010. A $3.7 million club option for reliever David Weathers ($400k buyout), and a $6.5 million mutual option with starter Braden Looper ($1m buyout).
Weathers-Weathers owns a 4.25 career ERA in approximately 59 seasons in the big leagues. Over the last 5 years or so Weathers has be good for a 3.2-3.9 ERA with 62-77 IP. After a trade from the Reds last year Weathers did not impress in Milwaukee, with a 4.88 in 24ip, with 11bb and only 10k. These aren't very Weathers like numbers, and we should see those settle back near 4. I think the Brewers should pick this one up. I guess GM Doug Melvin will have a better read on the free agent market, but I like having another experience arm in the 'pen, and other than Hoffman, Brewers are a bit thin on experience. Barring some sort of trade or FA signing, I think that this would be the right choice. I will admit this is a bit controversial, and I really have no idea what Melvin will do.
Looper-I have seen so many differing opinions on this one. The first thing I read about it stated that "of course" the Brewers would pick up this option... I was like "Really? Of Course?" The real funny part is the second thing I read said there was "no way" the Brewers should grab this. At first I supported this one, like I supported the original Looper deal, but the front office has said that it wants to go after 2 arms this off season, that means two arms have to go, and Looper is at the top of that list (let's be serious Suppan isn't going anywhere). Maybe after his knee surgery he wouldn't give up the most homers in the MLB again, but still, he's probably going to run near a ERA of 5, and for the raise to 6.5m I'm against it. Hopefully we can get somebody like Washburn for less, or a Sheets like guy on an incentive laden deal. I wouldn't be shocked if this was picked up, we were sorely lacking on pitchers this year, but I think it'd be a waste of money, and we may as well roll our dice on somebody else than on another year of 30+ HR allowed. If the Crew does pick this up, I don't see Looper turning down his half of the deal. Even with a thin SP free agent market, after a poor season I just don't see Braden getting more than 4-5 again. We'll be on the hook for a $1 million buy out.
It for now, Arb talk still pending.
Have fun with the start of the ALCS. Brew Up.
So the Brewers have two options to decide on for 2010. A $3.7 million club option for reliever David Weathers ($400k buyout), and a $6.5 million mutual option with starter Braden Looper ($1m buyout).
Weathers-Weathers owns a 4.25 career ERA in approximately 59 seasons in the big leagues. Over the last 5 years or so Weathers has be good for a 3.2-3.9 ERA with 62-77 IP. After a trade from the Reds last year Weathers did not impress in Milwaukee, with a 4.88 in 24ip, with 11bb and only 10k. These aren't very Weathers like numbers, and we should see those settle back near 4. I think the Brewers should pick this one up. I guess GM Doug Melvin will have a better read on the free agent market, but I like having another experience arm in the 'pen, and other than Hoffman, Brewers are a bit thin on experience. Barring some sort of trade or FA signing, I think that this would be the right choice. I will admit this is a bit controversial, and I really have no idea what Melvin will do.
Looper-I have seen so many differing opinions on this one. The first thing I read about it stated that "of course" the Brewers would pick up this option... I was like "Really? Of Course?" The real funny part is the second thing I read said there was "no way" the Brewers should grab this. At first I supported this one, like I supported the original Looper deal, but the front office has said that it wants to go after 2 arms this off season, that means two arms have to go, and Looper is at the top of that list (let's be serious Suppan isn't going anywhere). Maybe after his knee surgery he wouldn't give up the most homers in the MLB again, but still, he's probably going to run near a ERA of 5, and for the raise to 6.5m I'm against it. Hopefully we can get somebody like Washburn for less, or a Sheets like guy on an incentive laden deal. I wouldn't be shocked if this was picked up, we were sorely lacking on pitchers this year, but I think it'd be a waste of money, and we may as well roll our dice on somebody else than on another year of 30+ HR allowed. If the Crew does pick this up, I don't see Looper turning down his half of the deal. Even with a thin SP free agent market, after a poor season I just don't see Braden getting more than 4-5 again. We'll be on the hook for a $1 million buy out.
It for now, Arb talk still pending.
Have fun with the start of the ALCS. Brew Up.
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