SB Nation User Blog: xanthan

Pirates Interested in Lowry

xanthan — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:08:34 -0000

Pirates Interested in Lowry

From the article:

"Lowry is back to full health but, two months ago, San Francisco bought out his $6.25 million club option for 2010, making him a free agent."

I'm skeptical. Best shape of career!

/arm explodes

The Right Guy (in the AL) Wins CYA

xanthan — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:17:33 -0000

The Right Guy (in the AL) Wins CYA

The BBWAA has named Zack Greinke the AL CYA for 2009.

Depressing graph is depressing. Dashed-line is a league average wOBA.

xanthan — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:22:53 -0000

Depressing graph is depressing. Dashed-line is a league average wOBA.

I like Nick Johnson. Using PFX to look at his plate approach.

xanthan — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 03:47:29 -0000

I like Nick Johnson. Using PFX to look at his plate approach.

LOL BILLY RIPKEN

xanthan — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:23:41 -0000

"Bay had more HRs and more RBIs in 5 fewer games and he played in the toughest division in baseball in the AL East. He also is a better fielder. Let's also keep in mind that Holliday enjoyed great success while joining forces with Albert Pujols. He may want to keep that in mind as St. Louis could be a perfect long term fit."

aaaand

"Listen Holliday is a top free agent, but I like the guy that was able to replace Manny Ramirez rather seamlessly and deal with the presser cooker of Boston. St. Louis isn't the easiest place to play either, but it's nothing like Boston."

UNDER PRESSER

dun-dun-dunna-dun-dun

2009 Catcher Defense Rankings

xanthan — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:47:40 -0000

2009 Catcher Defense Rankings

devil_fingers, of Drive Line Mechanices, has a neat post on catcher defense for 2009.

Best part? Bengie Molina -3.4 runs, Eli Whiteside -3.2 runs

Buster Posey +.4 runs

Plate Approaches for Sandoval and Lewis Red = Non-Swings Green = Swings

xanthan — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 22:05:30 -0000

Plate Approaches for Sandoval and Lewis

Red = Non-Swings
Green = Swings

How Much For That Pitcher In The Window?

xanthan — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:11:13 -0000

From SFGate this morning:

Tim Lincecum answered the question exactly how Giants fans wanted him to. For the first time, the ace will be eligible for arbitration, meaning his salary will skyrocket, and he was asked if he'd be open to a long-term deal.

...

Lincecum, who'll make his penultimate start of 2009 tonight, said, "I definitely like San Francisco. I've seen nothing but positive things as far as my personal experiences. It's where I see myself being for awhile."

I'm not especially good at contract type stuff, but the Giants will control Lincecum until after the 2012 season. How long would you lock him up for? How much money should the Giants pay? Should they try to extend his contract beyond the team's control of 2012? Considering he'll be arb eligible from this offseason to the end of 2012, it would seem like a good idea to try and buy out some of his years and extend him.

Lincecum has easily been the most important Giant over the past three seasons in terms of value. From 2007-09 he's added 18.5 wins to the Giants. How much should Tim get? Discuss!

BA's Top-20 AZL Prospect List

xanthan — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:22:18 -0000

BA's Top-20 AZL Prospect List

1. Mike Trout, of, Angels
2. Fabio Martinez, rhp, Angels
3. Allen Webster, rhp, Dodgers
4. Rymer Liriano, of, Padres
5. Randal Grichuk, of, Angels
6. Julio Morban, of/dh, Mariners
7. Adys Portillo, rhp, Padres
8. Rafael Rodriguez, of, Giants
9. Jonathan Garcia, of, Dodgers
10. Jon Bachanov, rhp, Angels
11. Maverick Lasker, rhp, Brewers
12. Richard Alvarez, rhp, Rangers
13. Edward Concepcion, rhp, Giants
14. Jesus Brito, 3b, Indians
15. Hector Sanchez, c, Giants
16. Tomas Telis, c, Rangers
17. Rolando Gomez, ss, Angels
18. Jonathan Galves, ss/2b, Padres
19. Danny Danielson, rhp, Dodgers
20. Max Walla, of, Brewers

Subscribers can get individual scouting reports on the top-20.

MadBum FX

xanthan — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 03:38:38 -0000

MadBum FX

Some thoughts on Bumgarner's first start. Spam it.