So since we have eliminated our self from any postseason dreams in less than 2 weeks since the All Star break who do you think is dealt?
They are 9 days away from the deadline and MLBTR is not even speculating. I know what I would do, however, I'm just an idiot fan.
1) Raisel Iglesias. I think Garrett and Lorenzen as lefty/righty can handle the role just fine for a team just wanting to hit .500 W/L. They could become version 2.0 of the Nasty Boys if the club committed to it and possibly add a third to the group depending on who steps up. Since Wood is about ready as an SP, I would roll Mahle into long relief. That way he can spot start and be ready as a potential SP next season. Sims looks like somebody they need on the staff.
2) I would already know if Puig was signable. If unlikely, he would be on the trade block.
3) Dietrich as a trade enhancer subject to the Puig decision. I would retain Peraza for utility subject to the Iglesias decision at SS. Ervin in the OF rotation. Play the guy, he can hit.
4) Roark if he is not signable on a reasonable deal. Innings eater #4/#5 SP. You can do better, you can do worse.
5) I know this is not popular except with a handful of analysts - Suarez. Controllable starter for a buyer. They have Senzel who can step into the 3B role Day One as his natural position and the IF D improves immediately. So the issue would become who is in CF, which would need to be in a trade as at least a transitional player until the farm can develop one that's ready. You almost need to retain Puig for this to work due to the loss of power trading Suarez unless you pick up at least one power hitter in your trades. It unlocks a future log jam on the farm.
Disco could be dangled, but I'm becoming intrigued by what DJ can do with him. If he develops a true "out" pitch he's a keeper as the #3 SP.
As much as this team likes each other as teammates, they are not gelling on the field at all. Hitting and defense are below mid-peer through 97 games.
I'm curious what you and others think.
