Well folks, it appears the Blake Dewitt Era is over. Peter Gammons said this would be done in less than one hour. Apparently Ned needs 5 signatures to get it done. Still puzzled by Theriot. Maybe since he and Xavier Paul are from Slidell, La, XP will get better?
It looks to be an interesting fit for Dewitt to the Cubs. Can the Dodgers make a run? It's looking like a no, but the Giants have not ended their run unfortunately. The Dodgers have a chance and it starts at 1:10PM at AT&T park and possibly with a trade.
As for Manny, a ton of buzz. I think he is fair game and I think it should happen, but not today.
Too soon to break apart team. Dodgers committed to Bills, Ethier, Kemp, Kershaw, and Loney. Not willing to deal.
Go Dodgers!
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Pondering who to buy and the Dodgers chances of a three peat for the division
As a GM of any baseball team, the first priority is to make sure that the players on the field are the best for the long haul. As a GM of the Dodgers, I would try and find the best players that are going to bring a winner now and into the future. The Dodgers have long been graced with story book endings of seasons winning championships (6 total)....However, these are not your father's Dodgers or mine for that matter. There are squabbling owners and hurt fans...It was evident that the Dodgers were playing the Mets in an empty ballpark. Very sad to see the reserve section and poor Bleacher beach almost empty!
Ned has a tough task on this hands: as his interview with Ramona Shelburne of ESPN Los Angeles is any indication: He needs a pitcher, reliever, and a LF.
Arriving home from my road trip to Los Angeles, I discovered that the Dodgers might be in on two of the three needed pieces to compete: Josh Volstadt and Scott Podsednik. Volstadt would be a huge pick up and he's dirt cheap the next few years. Podsednik is in the twilight of his career and if we need another Dave Roberts then he's good for running the bases. Too bad Manny can't just hit and have someone run to first.
My picks:Pitching
1. Oswalt (I would love to see him face the Giants again this weekend)
2. Josh Volstadt (He has a chance to fit right in and we need his arm).
3. Ben Sheets (Maybe in August)
4. Derek Lowe: (If the Braves take his salary, I am sure this would be a good fit)
5. Gil Meche (KC)
Fielding: LF/OF
1. BJ Upton (Not going to happen)
2. Melky Cabrera (Braves- we'll gladly do this and send over 3 prospects)
3. Jermaine Dye: Could happen- might happen
4. Jose Guillen: KC- Why not? He can hit, he can throw, he can punch managers too, but he wouldn't dare do that in LA!
More to follow!
Ned has a tough task on this hands: as his interview with Ramona Shelburne of ESPN Los Angeles is any indication: He needs a pitcher, reliever, and a LF.
Arriving home from my road trip to Los Angeles, I discovered that the Dodgers might be in on two of the three needed pieces to compete: Josh Volstadt and Scott Podsednik. Volstadt would be a huge pick up and he's dirt cheap the next few years. Podsednik is in the twilight of his career and if we need another Dave Roberts then he's good for running the bases. Too bad Manny can't just hit and have someone run to first.
My picks:Pitching
1. Oswalt (I would love to see him face the Giants again this weekend)
2. Josh Volstadt (He has a chance to fit right in and we need his arm).
3. Ben Sheets (Maybe in August)
4. Derek Lowe: (If the Braves take his salary, I am sure this would be a good fit)
5. Gil Meche (KC)
Fielding: LF/OF
1. BJ Upton (Not going to happen)
2. Melky Cabrera (Braves- we'll gladly do this and send over 3 prospects)
3. Jermaine Dye: Could happen- might happen
4. Jose Guillen: KC- Why not? He can hit, he can throw, he can punch managers too, but he wouldn't dare do that in LA!
More to follow!
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Dodger Game Aftermath
First of all fans, I want to offer a prayer and good thoughts for Eugenio Velez of the Giants. I hope he makes a speedy recovery.
Now for the Dodgers, they have been anemic at the plate and have not gotten rid of this hitting with RISP bug. I am curious to understand why Torre rests his best players 6 games back in 4th place.
Kenley Jensen was the man yesterday and started the bull pen rally. The bullpen held it together for the first time in a while. Please get rid of Taschner as a specialist. He's terrible.
I enjoyed both games, but yesterdays game after Loney's walkoff blast was euphoric!
Go Dodgers and it's back to the iPhone for listening and watching the Dodgers!
Now for the Dodgers, they have been anemic at the plate and have not gotten rid of this hitting with RISP bug. I am curious to understand why Torre rests his best players 6 games back in 4th place.
Kenley Jensen was the man yesterday and started the bull pen rally. The bullpen held it together for the first time in a while. Please get rid of Taschner as a specialist. He's terrible.
I enjoyed both games, but yesterdays game after Loney's walkoff blast was euphoric!
Go Dodgers and it's back to the iPhone for listening and watching the Dodgers!
Saturday, July 24, 2010
Friday, July 23, 2010
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Dodgers at the Deadline
The Dodgers at the Deadline will have certainly a few holes to fill. While yes, getting a quality SP that is consistent would be helpful, let's examine the current stable of arms in the pen.
George Sherril: I truly feel badly for him, but he needs go to another place to pitch. A 7.48 ERA, 2 Holds and 12 K's? He's looking like Jim Gott from 1989 before he dropped his ERA down from 20. Sherril is a quality lefty that was a closer. However, he is only closing the door to his car when he leaves the ballpark. He's difficult to count on with a lead in the 7th or 8th. Could George Sherril to Minnesota for Kevin Slowey work???
Carlos Monasterios: 3.61 ERA, 24 SO, WHIP 1.30. I like this kid. He has come through huge for the Dodgers this year. He can't be traded, can he? I will have to check this out. If he can, teams should be taking a chance. I know why he isn't getting taking off the roster...he'd go back to the Phillies. You can't toss them a line now.
Justin Miller and Travis Schlichting:
Not exactly spectacular.
Ok, so the Dodgers need to find some relievers before the deadline. I think they can get 1 and maybe as was suggested, they can trade James McDonald for Maholm with a prospect then that could be a good deal. Pittsburgh Post Gazette
However, what do you do about Broxton and give him some rest? I have a solution. Not a great one. Send Kuroda to the Pen. I know it sounds crazy, but he could go into the Pen and be quite dominant. This has been the year that he's been healthy and he had a good run for awhile. All I am saying is that if the Dodgers find 2 relievers and 1 starter or maybe another in August, then move Kuroda to the Pen.
Kuroda has a good fastball, splitter, cutter, change, etc. He'd be very dominant. He might even through harder given an assignment of 2 innings.
Anyway, that is all for now! Go Dodgers!
George Sherril: I truly feel badly for him, but he needs go to another place to pitch. A 7.48 ERA, 2 Holds and 12 K's? He's looking like Jim Gott from 1989 before he dropped his ERA down from 20. Sherril is a quality lefty that was a closer. However, he is only closing the door to his car when he leaves the ballpark. He's difficult to count on with a lead in the 7th or 8th. Could George Sherril to Minnesota for Kevin Slowey work???
Carlos Monasterios: 3.61 ERA, 24 SO, WHIP 1.30. I like this kid. He has come through huge for the Dodgers this year. He can't be traded, can he? I will have to check this out. If he can, teams should be taking a chance. I know why he isn't getting taking off the roster...he'd go back to the Phillies. You can't toss them a line now.
Justin Miller and Travis Schlichting:
Not exactly spectacular.
Ok, so the Dodgers need to find some relievers before the deadline. I think they can get 1 and maybe as was suggested, they can trade James McDonald for Maholm with a prospect then that could be a good deal. Pittsburgh Post Gazette
However, what do you do about Broxton and give him some rest? I have a solution. Not a great one. Send Kuroda to the Pen. I know it sounds crazy, but he could go into the Pen and be quite dominant. This has been the year that he's been healthy and he had a good run for awhile. All I am saying is that if the Dodgers find 2 relievers and 1 starter or maybe another in August, then move Kuroda to the Pen.
Kuroda has a good fastball, splitter, cutter, change, etc. He'd be very dominant. He might even through harder given an assignment of 2 innings.
Anyway, that is all for now! Go Dodgers!
Dodgers Win!
Hello Dodger Fans,
It's complete jubilation here in the South Bay of the Bay Area in Orange and Black Territory because the Dodgers won their 50th game!!! It's going to take a lot to get back into the race. While I am writing this, the Mets pen has just taken a huge hit in Arizona, so I am going into this confident about facing the Mets for 4 games. (UPDATE) Beltran might have to pitch!
Highlights of tonight: Chad Billingsley and Casey Blake
Chad wins his 8th game and strikes out 3 and gets his first CG in 2 years.
Casey "at the bat" Blake gets his 10th homerun, 2 RBI, and 2-4 at the plate.
What can be learned about this series about the Giants?
1. Giants have become more patient on their hot streak at the plate. They are becoming better at drawing walks no matter the situation. This is the same philosophy that the Dodgers have. The Giants early on were all over and definitely more aggressive. Now they are just plain dangerous.
2. No win is in the bag until the final out. Glad for the CG, but putting in Kuo could have had a disastrous overworking affect on his arm, shoulder, and biceps tendons. Favorite quote: Giants broadcaster mentioned last night that Kuo was built like a linebacker...not sure if it was Kruk or Kuip. (Maybe I should list the Dodgers all time football looking team!)
3. Vin Scully is still the man from the broadcast booth. Learned that Barry Zito starred in the Nutcracker in the Oakland Ballet.
4. Rules such as 8.06 and 8.06B must be ammended to avoid controversy. My question is, if Broxton should have been allowed to stay and Mattingly would have been kicked out why wasn't that considered? Bochy took advantage of a substitute ump and he got away with it. I don't care if this still stings, but the win tonight did help.
5. Raffy Furcal is on fire. He is on a mission to take over the NL in Batting and lead this team both defensively and with his bat. Stealing bases to help get in position for some runs was nice to see.
6. Lincecum has been inconsistent, getting tagged and figured out by the Dodgers is a good thing especially after last losing to him and his bat 7-0 in April.
7. Clayton Kershaw is growing up and becoming very dominant at 22 years of age.
8. The Dodgers played better without Torre on the Bench. Bring on Donnie Baseball!
9. Torre might go to the Cubs and I am not sure if they sell Bigelow Tea in Chicago!
10. Dodgers still need pitching help and you can add a LF to keep Carroll playing in a utility role.
Dodgers v. Mets tomorrow:
Kuroda v. Takahashi (Japanese media will be in full force)
It's complete jubilation here in the South Bay of the Bay Area in Orange and Black Territory because the Dodgers won their 50th game!!! It's going to take a lot to get back into the race. While I am writing this, the Mets pen has just taken a huge hit in Arizona, so I am going into this confident about facing the Mets for 4 games. (UPDATE) Beltran might have to pitch!
Highlights of tonight: Chad Billingsley and Casey Blake
Chad wins his 8th game and strikes out 3 and gets his first CG in 2 years.
Casey "at the bat" Blake gets his 10th homerun, 2 RBI, and 2-4 at the plate.
What can be learned about this series about the Giants?
1. Giants have become more patient on their hot streak at the plate. They are becoming better at drawing walks no matter the situation. This is the same philosophy that the Dodgers have. The Giants early on were all over and definitely more aggressive. Now they are just plain dangerous.
2. No win is in the bag until the final out. Glad for the CG, but putting in Kuo could have had a disastrous overworking affect on his arm, shoulder, and biceps tendons. Favorite quote: Giants broadcaster mentioned last night that Kuo was built like a linebacker...not sure if it was Kruk or Kuip. (Maybe I should list the Dodgers all time football looking team!)
3. Vin Scully is still the man from the broadcast booth. Learned that Barry Zito starred in the Nutcracker in the Oakland Ballet.
4. Rules such as 8.06 and 8.06B must be ammended to avoid controversy. My question is, if Broxton should have been allowed to stay and Mattingly would have been kicked out why wasn't that considered? Bochy took advantage of a substitute ump and he got away with it. I don't care if this still stings, but the win tonight did help.
5. Raffy Furcal is on fire. He is on a mission to take over the NL in Batting and lead this team both defensively and with his bat. Stealing bases to help get in position for some runs was nice to see.
6. Lincecum has been inconsistent, getting tagged and figured out by the Dodgers is a good thing especially after last losing to him and his bat 7-0 in April.
7. Clayton Kershaw is growing up and becoming very dominant at 22 years of age.
8. The Dodgers played better without Torre on the Bench. Bring on Donnie Baseball!
9. Torre might go to the Cubs and I am not sure if they sell Bigelow Tea in Chicago!
10. Dodgers still need pitching help and you can add a LF to keep Carroll playing in a utility role.
Dodgers v. Mets tomorrow:
Kuroda v. Takahashi (Japanese media will be in full force)
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Monday, July 19, 2010
Questions Answered about J-Mac
Well folks, it certainly looks like the SS Dodger Cruise Ship has hit some very rough waters. I am not sure if all of the passengers (players) know what is going on.
As for tonight, not even huge Giants miscues could yield more than 2 runs. As for the K department, that's an improvement from the lack of strikeouts by Dodger pitchers in St. Louis.
What we saw from J-Mac was a last ditch effort to get a spot on the 25 man roster. He failed miserably. I don't care who you are, but you don't throw gasoline on a fire by throwing high fastballs to the Giants hitters that are as hungry for a BBQ right after church.
The Dodgers, won't last with J-Mac, so maybe, just maybe, Weaver could get the nod in 5 days. After that, the only option left is trying to promote another guy from AAA Albuquerque.
Tomorrow night will be an outstanding opportunity for Clayton Kershaw (Kid K) to show who has more upside v. Tim Lincecum (The Freak).
Let's see what happens and losing a game to the Giants stinks because you have the bases loaded with 2 outs and nothing...
Let's see if Manny can come back and help right the ship!
As for tonight, not even huge Giants miscues could yield more than 2 runs. As for the K department, that's an improvement from the lack of strikeouts by Dodger pitchers in St. Louis.
What we saw from J-Mac was a last ditch effort to get a spot on the 25 man roster. He failed miserably. I don't care who you are, but you don't throw gasoline on a fire by throwing high fastballs to the Giants hitters that are as hungry for a BBQ right after church.
The Dodgers, won't last with J-Mac, so maybe, just maybe, Weaver could get the nod in 5 days. After that, the only option left is trying to promote another guy from AAA Albuquerque.
Tomorrow night will be an outstanding opportunity for Clayton Kershaw (Kid K) to show who has more upside v. Tim Lincecum (The Freak).
Let's see what happens and losing a game to the Giants stinks because you have the bases loaded with 2 outs and nothing...
Let's see if Manny can come back and help right the ship!
A New Start for Jason McDonald
Hello fellow readers, bloggers, and fans of the Dodgers! Jason McDonald is on the hill tonight and I have a hunch that it will go well. McDonald finished last year with a record of 5-5 and an ERA of 4.00, and 5 Holds, 54 K's. Not a bad result, but mostly accomplished in relief after not panning out as a starter.
Two major questions will be answered tonight:
Is J-Mac the starter for the future (which is now)? Does he fill a hole as a 5th starter?
However, I tend to believe that this is Ned's way of saying, here you go Toronto! We have J-Mac! Here you go Cleveland! Here is our prospect!
Now let's get a deal done! Give me Fausto for J-Mac and Hu! or Toronto: J-Mac, Hu, and a guy from A, AA, AAA for Jason Frasor or Scott Downs!
Or maybe J-Mac is the answer. I guess time will tell, but this is nothing more than a dangle if you ask me given the fact that he has had countless opportunities to prove himself.
I am hoping for a good start and an end to this horrible start to the 2nd half of the season!
Two major questions will be answered tonight:
Is J-Mac the starter for the future (which is now)? Does he fill a hole as a 5th starter?
However, I tend to believe that this is Ned's way of saying, here you go Toronto! We have J-Mac! Here you go Cleveland! Here is our prospect!
Now let's get a deal done! Give me Fausto for J-Mac and Hu! or Toronto: J-Mac, Hu, and a guy from A, AA, AAA for Jason Frasor or Scott Downs!
Or maybe J-Mac is the answer. I guess time will tell, but this is nothing more than a dangle if you ask me given the fact that he has had countless opportunities to prove himself.
I am hoping for a good start and an end to this horrible start to the 2nd half of the season!
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Giants and Mets Scouting Report
First of all fellow fans, ATT park is always a great experience. Even with slightly (being nice) inebriated Giants and Mets fans. Yes, you heard me correctly, Mets Fans! I have never seen so many in my life for a Giants game! I do realize we have transplant New Yorkers in the Bay Area, but Mets fans, nice to see them in Orange and Blue. Here were my observations:
First of all, Aubrey Huff can really handle himself well with the bat and at First base. However, his 5 or 6 putouts were an amazing lift to Barry Zito. Barry needed only a bit of help since he struck out 9-10 Mets.
Secondly, we all know that Barry Zito can deal, but his curve ball was baffling Mets hitters. He had enough stamina to come into the 9th, but in typical fashion Bruce Bochy goes to his almost sure thing in Brian Wilson.
Thirdly, Jeff Francoeur was playing Right and Center Field in gap control if you will. Carlos Beltran is still trying to come back and get acclimated to running hard after fly balls. He made a couple of nice plays jogging to the track, but anything in front of him such as a sinking liner in the 7th, he kind of misjudged. I realize knee surgery is a serious rehab, but it's amazing to see him hitting, double earlier in the game, and running the bases (take a note Manny).
Fourth, the Giants still look anemic at the plate. They barely moved the runner from 3rd on a high tag by Barajas and Huff barely got under the tag for what looked like an out from Triples Alley. The ball beat him, but Barajas showed why he has been a backup catcher most of his career. For what it was, it looked questionable until I saw the replay. Good call...after the fact.
My last observation was for the poor guy behind me and my family wearing the 1978 Padres All Star Game Jersey (Brown and Yellow) Ugly! But, he got called a bum by some gentlemen that got the crowd going and it was needless to say hilarious. I was wearing my Dodgers hat, but it was the green LA, so I received almost zero flack for it! Ha Ha! Padres fan was so miffed that later on, he told me who was in first, I just pointed out to him that he has no rings and the Dodgers have 5 from L.A.! Nice to be able to use that once in awhile.
My wishes for today in St. Louis:
1. Win
2. Manny comes back soon
3. Would like to see more of Xavier Paul if Manny can't go.
4. Dodgers seriously consider they need to make a trade quickly.
Go Dodgers!
Follow me on Twitter @mickserr
Mick
First of all, Aubrey Huff can really handle himself well with the bat and at First base. However, his 5 or 6 putouts were an amazing lift to Barry Zito. Barry needed only a bit of help since he struck out 9-10 Mets.
Secondly, we all know that Barry Zito can deal, but his curve ball was baffling Mets hitters. He had enough stamina to come into the 9th, but in typical fashion Bruce Bochy goes to his almost sure thing in Brian Wilson.
Thirdly, Jeff Francoeur was playing Right and Center Field in gap control if you will. Carlos Beltran is still trying to come back and get acclimated to running hard after fly balls. He made a couple of nice plays jogging to the track, but anything in front of him such as a sinking liner in the 7th, he kind of misjudged. I realize knee surgery is a serious rehab, but it's amazing to see him hitting, double earlier in the game, and running the bases (take a note Manny).
Fourth, the Giants still look anemic at the plate. They barely moved the runner from 3rd on a high tag by Barajas and Huff barely got under the tag for what looked like an out from Triples Alley. The ball beat him, but Barajas showed why he has been a backup catcher most of his career. For what it was, it looked questionable until I saw the replay. Good call...after the fact.
My last observation was for the poor guy behind me and my family wearing the 1978 Padres All Star Game Jersey (Brown and Yellow) Ugly! But, he got called a bum by some gentlemen that got the crowd going and it was needless to say hilarious. I was wearing my Dodgers hat, but it was the green LA, so I received almost zero flack for it! Ha Ha! Padres fan was so miffed that later on, he told me who was in first, I just pointed out to him that he has no rings and the Dodgers have 5 from L.A.! Nice to be able to use that once in awhile.
My wishes for today in St. Louis:
1. Win
2. Manny comes back soon
3. Would like to see more of Xavier Paul if Manny can't go.
4. Dodgers seriously consider they need to make a trade quickly.
Go Dodgers!
Follow me on Twitter @mickserr
Mick
Friday, July 16, 2010
Scouting Next Two opponents
Well folks, I am headed on the bullet train to see the New York Metropitans play the beloved (by San Francisco) Giants. I am going there with my Dodger blue fleece and St. Patricks Dodger hat. The Blue Crew face the Mets and Giants so I will get a good look at Buster Posey and Carlos Beltran. I am excited and hopeful that it's a good game and that the Giants don't win. Truth is, the reason for going is an annual reunion with the Giants side of the family. Follow me on twitter @mickserr
More to follow
Dodger Fan Bay Area
More to follow
Dodger Fan Bay Area
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
A Great Owner in Pro Sports, moments of silence for the Boss
Just this morning George Steinbrenner passed away from a massive heart attack. It's a truly sad day and a moment of silence should be taken. Most of all prayers for his family as they mourn their loss. Steinbrenner was the architect of some great Yankee teams and is remembered for wearing his white turtle neck and occasional appearances on the show Seinfeld. Please join with me in sharing so
some classic memories of Boss.
some classic memories of Boss.
Monday, July 12, 2010
Ethier a Center Fielder
Today Charlie Manuel named André Ethier a CF for tomorrow night's All Star Game. What is he doing? Trying to sabotage our season? I'd rather have Ethier play as a DH. According to Dodger Dugout, Ethier has never played center field. I guess Juan Pierre didn't make the squad, so that could have been an option.
Other Notes:
Dodgers blanked the Cubs 7-0 on Sunday! It appears that Vicente Padilla is back at his old form and his use of tres flores hair grease is helping his slurve. In all seriousness, it appears that the Dodgers are hitting and that is a good sign. I remain hopeful their bats actually fly with them to St. Louis for the next four games.
Go Dodgers and we are now 18 days closer to a revamped roster and the usual trade this guy or that guy talk. More on that after the All Star game.
Other Notes:
Dodgers blanked the Cubs 7-0 on Sunday! It appears that Vicente Padilla is back at his old form and his use of tres flores hair grease is helping his slurve. In all seriousness, it appears that the Dodgers are hitting and that is a good sign. I remain hopeful their bats actually fly with them to St. Louis for the next four games.
Go Dodgers and we are now 18 days closer to a revamped roster and the usual trade this guy or that guy talk. More on that after the All Star game.
Thursday, July 8, 2010
5 Reasons to make a deal before the SS Dodger cruise Ship turns into the Titanic
Hello fellow readers,
First of all, I am not at all sold on the current state of our team to the South that I proudly call the Dodgers. With the back and forth in the press about the divorce and the media's overall perception that the Dodgers are the sinking ship because of a lack of pitching, I guess things could be worse like another 50 game suspension of an outfielder/slugger. In reality, the Dodgers are a team that have always pride themselves on pitching.
If you don't have money, who do you get? What should you do? Here are my suggestions:
1.) Trade a current starter on the team now: As they say in business, everyone is replaceable. No one is untouchable. I say that anyone can go. This regime (FM) has shown that to be the case with the crazy Marlins trade LoDuca for Penny back in 2004.
2.) Consider your friend to the East the Arizona D-Backs for a trade. Take a chance trying to see what it would cost for Dan Haren.
3.) Look for arms in Japan. If you can't win this year, there are plenty of quality arms in Japan.
Yu Darvish looked fantastic two years ago against our best players in the MLB for Japan. Maybe he's available.
4.) Turn Raffy Furcal into a pitcher. He would be like Pedro, but with a side arm and up and in delivery. Just think, playing the Phillies and he'd accidentally hit Victorino.
Ok, in all seriousness, you can't seriously think that Ned is going stand pat. He's going to bet the ranch on trying to get a quality frontline starter. If it's not Cliff Lee, he's going to see if Oswalt can be the guy. If he runs out of options, I guess there is always sticking with what you have and make sure you have enough life boats.
First of all, I am not at all sold on the current state of our team to the South that I proudly call the Dodgers. With the back and forth in the press about the divorce and the media's overall perception that the Dodgers are the sinking ship because of a lack of pitching, I guess things could be worse like another 50 game suspension of an outfielder/slugger. In reality, the Dodgers are a team that have always pride themselves on pitching.
If you don't have money, who do you get? What should you do? Here are my suggestions:
1.) Trade a current starter on the team now: As they say in business, everyone is replaceable. No one is untouchable. I say that anyone can go. This regime (FM) has shown that to be the case with the crazy Marlins trade LoDuca for Penny back in 2004.
2.) Consider your friend to the East the Arizona D-Backs for a trade. Take a chance trying to see what it would cost for Dan Haren.
3.) Look for arms in Japan. If you can't win this year, there are plenty of quality arms in Japan.
Yu Darvish looked fantastic two years ago against our best players in the MLB for Japan. Maybe he's available.
4.) Turn Raffy Furcal into a pitcher. He would be like Pedro, but with a side arm and up and in delivery. Just think, playing the Phillies and he'd accidentally hit Victorino.
Ok, in all seriousness, you can't seriously think that Ned is going stand pat. He's going to bet the ranch on trying to get a quality frontline starter. If it's not Cliff Lee, he's going to see if Oswalt can be the guy. If he runs out of options, I guess there is always sticking with what you have and make sure you have enough life boats.
Growing up a fan of the Dodgers in the Bay Area
This is my first entry so take it easy. I infiltrated this territory we call the SF Bay area in 1978 when I was born into an LA Dodger family. It could have been the Dodger hat my mom wore when I was born (she's an A's fan) or quite possibly my tío that was a huge Dodger fan and was always excited to talk about them, but I think it was my first game. Against the Astros, Batting Glove Night, and at Dodger Stadium. 1988 was icing on the cake when all of my classmates would yell Beat LA and I could just smile since the Dodgers beat the A's in 5 games.
This blog will be about my insight from afar and how I see things from my perspective. I read the times, ESPN Los Angeles, and the Dodgers website, so that's where I get my information.
I may at times really praise or criticize anything and everything that the owner, Joe Torre, or anyone else does.
I am excited to be here on my first sports blog and we'll see how it goes.
None of my views are supported by the Dodgers and their affiliates. The views are my own.
Thanks and happy commenting and blogging!
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