http://www.sbnation.com/users/rideallnide Posts made by rideallnide on SBNation.com http://www.fishstripes.com/2012/9/21/3369664/melky-cabrera-as-a-marlins-in-2013 rideallnide Fri, 21 Sep 2012 19:10:54 -0000 <p><br>How would you guys feel about signing Melky this winter? Obviously he is coming off of his suspension for testing positive for steroids, but that would work to our advantage, as he would surely look to sign a cheap 1/2 year deal to rebuild his value. Of course his numbers were inflated this year, and maybe in years past too, but even without steroids he can still hit. He would surely provide surplus value by outplaying his cheap contract, and should be a solid figure in the clubhouse if he can overcome the embarrassment of his suspension.<br></p> <p><br>How would you guys feel about signing Melky this winter? Obviously he is coming off of his suspension for testing positive for steroids, but that would work to our advantage, as he would surely look to sign a cheap 1/2 year deal to rebuild his value. Of course his numbers were inflated this year, and maybe in years past too, but even without steroids he can still hit. He would surely provide surplus value by outplaying his cheap contract, and should be a solid figure in the clubhouse if he can overcome the embarrassment of his suspension.<br></p> http://www.fishstripes.com/2012/4/20/2962507/is-it-bad-that-i-like-the-home-run-structure-now-i-guess-seeing-it-in rideallnide Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:19:51 -0000 <blockquote> <p><p>Is it bad that i like the home run structure now? I guess seeing it in action and connecting it with the feeling of a home run allowed for the monstrosity to find a soft spot in my heart... i mean, it isn't that bad... is it?</p></p> </blockquote> <div class="source"><p><p>me</p></p></div> http://www.fishstripes.com/2012/1/6/2688427/non-roster-invite-ideas-how-about-a-former-cy-young-winner-who-is rideallnide Sat, 07 Jan 2012 00:28:49 -0000 <p><br><br>so does anyone have any suggestions for non-roster invites? These are guys that we would sign to a minor league deal, invite to spring training and see what they got. They will either make the team, or head to triple-a or ask for their release. </p> <p>I think a good option might be <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/mlb/players/766/brandon-webb" class="sbn-auto-link">Brandon Webb</a>. He averaged 5.667 WAR per year from 2006-2008. The fact that he was always a finesse pitcher (7.2 k/9 over that span and according to fan graphs averaged only 89 mph on his sinking fastball) means he can be effective even if topping out in the upper 80s.</p> <p>There hasnt been any buzz about webb at all, so this late in the offseason it seems he will settle for a minor league deal. According to Jon Heyman, he has been throwing for a month and his arm feels good. Webb could be a solid option out of the marlins, if he would be willing to try to revive his career as a reliever. He pitched over 220 innings or 4 years in a row and should be a very durable option out of the pen. He would also be a solid veteran presence who could help to stabilize the circus, i mean clubhouse. </p> <p>All this is assuming he is healthy, but what harm would a minor league deal be if he isn't?</p> <p><br><br>so does anyone have any suggestions for non-roster invites? These are guys that we would sign to a minor league deal, invite to spring training and see what they got. They will either make the team, or head to triple-a or ask for their release. </p> <p>I think a good option might be <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/mlb/players/766/brandon-webb" class="sbn-auto-link">Brandon Webb</a>. He averaged 5.667 WAR per year from 2006-2008. The fact that he was always a finesse pitcher (7.2 k/9 over that span and according to fan graphs averaged only 89 mph on his sinking fastball) means he can be effective even if topping out in the upper 80s.</p> <p>There hasnt been any buzz about webb at all, so this late in the offseason it seems he will settle for a minor league deal. According to Jon Heyman, he has been throwing for a month and his arm feels good. Webb could be a solid option out of the marlins, if he would be willing to try to revive his career as a reliever. He pitched over 220 innings or 4 years in a row and should be a very durable option out of the pen. He would also be a solid veteran presence who could help to stabilize the circus, i mean clubhouse. </p> <p>All this is assuming he is healthy, but what harm would a minor league deal be if he isn't?</p> <fieldset class="poll-box"> <legend>Poll</legend> <h5 class="poll-title">Would you like the marlins to go after brandon webb?</h5> <div id="poll_container_124993_1332934910" class="poll_container"> <div class="poll_option clearfix"> <div class="poll_option_percentage" style="display:none">75%</div> <div class="poll_option_result"> <h5>yes</h5> <div class="poll_option_bar"><span class="vote_count">36</span> votes</div> </div> </div> <div class="poll_option clearfix"> <div class="poll_option_percentage" style="display:none">6%</div> <div class="poll_option_result"> <h5>no</h5> <div class="poll_option_bar"><span class="vote_count">3</span> votes</div> </div> </div> <div class="poll_option clearfix"> <div class="poll_option_percentage" style="display:none">19%</div> <div class="poll_option_result"> <h5>there is no point, he will never be healthy</h5> <div class="poll_option_bar"><span class="vote_count">9</span> votes</div> </div> </div> <p class="poll-total-votes"><strong>48</strong> votes | <span class="poll-has-closed">Poll has closed</span> </p> </div> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(document).ready(function(){ new SBN.Poll('poll_container_124993_1332934910').animateResults({renderImmediately:true}); }); </script> </fieldset>