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  1. FVBrewerFan
    If only Kotsay was still around... But seriously, Reed would be possible. Wren isn't even on the 40, so that would require another move. All just conversation because Kirk will absolutely be on the 25 when they break camp.
  2. FVBrewerFan
    Right, only they know where they want to go to school and play basketball. I don't hold it against them at all, just seems like they're a perfect fit for UW.
  3. FVBrewerFan
    Getting "one and done" athletes doesn't necessarily make the program elite. With all the talent Kentucky, Kansas, NC, Duke, UCLA, etc. get it's hard NOT to be competitive. But very often all that talent results in early exits from the tournament. Being the best recruit means being a lottery pick after a year, it doesn't mean they'll be a great college basketball player while they're there. That's how UW competes with the other top programs. They have guys that generally play 4 years and become very good, or even great, COLLEGE basketball players. So come tourney time, you have a team of very mature, smart, fundamental players who also happen to have plenty of skill. Bottom line, recruiting elite players (or not) is not the same thing as being an elite program. As for the Hausers, I've always thought it was odd the older brother went to MU, guessing the younger one will too. They're not likely to get much better at Marquette just running around for 4 years. At UW, they would still be good shooters, but they would also learn how to post, rebound, play defense on your man, play defense off the ball, and just get better overall each year. But they have their reasons I guess.
  4. FVBrewerFan
    Like others have said, I rarely wear baseball caps anymore. But those are the ones I'm buying, the minor league affiliates. I have TRats, Manatees, and Sounds so two of those aren't worn anymore. I will be getting Mudcats and Shuckers hats for sure, and refuse to get a Sky Sox hat.
  5. FVBrewerFan
    Of course Wisconsin is elite. I think they have like the 4th longest streak of making the NCAA Tournament. Four Sweet 16s in a row. Final four twice. Barely lost in the Nat'l Title Game. That is elite. Will they continue to be elite the next couple years? Probably not, but look at Mich St., they had a down year this season. Duke doesn't make Sweet 16. I guess it all depends on how you define elite, but by any measure they have been recently. And that's far more than one recruiting class, it was several.
  6. FVBrewerFan
    Yea, they obviously know more than we do, just seems Clark didn't get a ton of ABs last year. I really expected him to be back in Appleton for the first half at least, especially since he's still age appropriate for that level. As for Reed, yea he's really just there for depth at this point. If there's injuries, trades, etc. they have him to around to use as a 4th OF. In the meantime, he can help CS win some games and be competitive which is worth something.
  7. FVBrewerFan
    Normally, no you couldn't (or wouldn't.) But you said it yourself, versatility of Villar and Perez makes it possible. At least to start the season. Plus, for better or worse, they seem dead-set on having Gennett ready to play other positions in a pinch. It's not ideal roster construction, but should be very manageable.
  8. FVBrewerFan
    Clark in A+ would be the biggest surprise to me if all of the above happens.
  9. FVBrewerFan
    Sorry if I give that impression, but I don't always want to flip every player. But I won't back down from saying every player CAN be traded at all times. My hope is they build the possible team to be a contender in a window of 4-6 years. #1 need is and always has been starting pitching. They have far more OF depth than they do starting pitchers, so I would absolutely be open to trading Broxton for a really good SP. Braun isn't going anywhere, so only two spots for a whole lot of talent coming through. The drop from Broxton to Brinson, Ray, Phillips, etc. is far less (if any) than the gain you would get from a great SP in the rotation instead of a Nelson or Lopez. That doesn't mean they try to trade Broxton in some sort of panic. It means you keep yourself open to all offers, and if the phone rings you discuss any legit offer. They are dealing from a position of strength, and you only trade Broxton on your terms.
  10. FVBrewerFan
    If the Bucks are not going to be contending for the next two years they should just trade Giannis or Middleton this off season. With one more good piece added to the current team you are looking at the 3rd best team in the East. If the question is how do you get better, the answer will never be trading Giannis.
  11. FVBrewerFan
    Nice win by the Badgers, and just a really good basketball game to watch. They have a chance to beat Nova, need to really pound it at them down low.
  12. FVBrewerFan
    Whenever we compare players it is never an exact comparison. Coming off injury, only the Packers were willing to give Woodson a chance to play CB. In that way they're similar. Revis was clearly mailing it in as a Jet. Not saying that's right, or that's the type of guy you would want- but it MAY explain his performance. My point is, what does it hurt to talk to him and work him out? Plus, the NFL has private investigators, the Packers do too. They can get a good idea where his head is at, and work him out so see if he's in better shape, a little speed is back etc. If any one of those things is a red flag, obviously you don't sign him. But if he can be 80% of the shutdown corner Revis, it's worth checking out.
  13. FVBrewerFan
    If you believe they still need a really high quality SP, then trading Broxton or Villar may be the best way to get that done. At this point, I don't think either of them would fetch one, but if they show last season wasn't a fluke their value really goes up. That's the only way I trade Broxton, if it was for a top shelf SP somewhere between AA-MLB. And I would want a low minors pitcher with upside to go along with it.
  14. FVBrewerFan
    27 or 30, what does it matter? None of these guys are the "catcher of the future." If Pina can hit, at least he's a flip candidate at the deadline. Susac didn't hit in CS, he's not hitting now. It's not just the stats, watching his approach he looks lost. Even with all that, I really wouldn't mind going with him and Bandy. But since Susac has options, to me that makes the decision easier to send him down.
  15. FVBrewerFan
    Exactlyrics what was said about Charles Woodson. Nobody wanted him, except Tampa who wanted him to play Safety. We know how that turned out. Revis was a shutdown corner not long ago. Can he be again? Probably not. But if he's motivated and gets his head right, he can still be very good. And that's worth at least talking to him.
  16. FVBrewerFan
    Yes. Whether they publicly say so or not, I'm sure there is interest in at least seeing what it would cost for a one year deal. Beyond the off the field issues, his performance on the field slipped. But playing for a better team often brings out the best in vets, plus a Revis that's lost a step is still better than anyone they have now.
  17. FVBrewerFan
    Gennett and his cannon arm in RF today!
  18. FVBrewerFan
    You are very close. Only changes I would make are Milone and either Scahill/Chamberlain over Suter and Blazek. All signs are pointing to Garza not making the final cut. Actually I forgot all about Feliz for some reason. Add him, remove Blazek. I think Suter stays as the only LH. That's today, I think that final BP spot is up for grabs until the day before Opening Day. (And we may be the only ones who think Garza will be cut.)
  19. FVBrewerFan
    I think part of it is that catchers actually get more opportunities to play every day later in their careers. Managers always like catchers who have some experience, rather than going with a rookie- unless they can really hit. And that's rare. But if you're a SS or OF, etc. it will be much tougher to make a team and get steady ABs as a 29 year old with a mediocre track record. I think given the opportunity, there would be plenty of guys who figure out how to hit in their late 20s, but by then the game has passed them by. Catchers (and LH pitchers) have a much better chance of getting a shot at an older age.
  20. FVBrewerFan
    Not very often, but I get your point. But it's not like Aguilar came to camp and suddenly showed he has big power. Can he be effective in a limited role as PH and occasional starter at 1B? We don't know. But we do know what kind of hitter Rivera is at this point in his career. (And I'm a big Rivera fan, he may figure out how to hit at some point but he needs to be in AAA getting his 4-5 ABs every night,) 13th pitcher is always an option, but I guess I'm curious to see what Aguilar can do off the bench. As far as platoon goes, that will all depend on performance. As always, the bat plays.
  21. FVBrewerFan
    Not so much I'm writing off Randall/Rollins, it's just that I wouldn't count on them. I would want two CBs I feel better about than those guys, and if one or both can improve dramatically, great, now you have some great depth. But if they continue to struggle and/or get banged up again, now you're in the same position as last season. Shields wasn't even what I would call a shut down corner, but at the very least they need two guys at least that good. Goodson is actually a guy who could still contribute, but again I wouldn't count on that.
  22. FVBrewerFan
    They don't need to draft a RB. Montgomery is better than people think, Rip can handle some carries, and they can use Michaels or some other FA RB they come across. Then there's always guys who are cut. RB is the only position I'm fine throwing some bodies at it and let it sort out. CB on the other hand, I sure hope they don't think House and a bottom of the 1st or 2nd round CB will solve the problem. I'm fine with House, he can battle for a backup position with Randall, Rollins, Gunter, etc. But by my count, they still need two starting CBs. I don't see how they do that without trading up in the 1st, and/or trading for another CB somehow.
  23. FVBrewerFan
    Couple of great Sectional Finals for the boys, these games could have just as easily been state championship games: Arrowhead over Kimberly in D1, Cedarburg over Kaukauna in D2. Saw them both, just great basketball. Back to the girls, never a fan of girls basketball due to skill level. But Appleton North was fun to watch. Every player can handle the ball, make the right passes, and shoot. No size at all, but so athletic and high on basketball IQ.
  24. FVBrewerFan
    I really didn't believe they would or should DFA Garza until now. I just don't see the value in keeping him around hoping you can flip him later this year. Sure, there's a 5% chance or whatever it is of that happening. In the meantime, he's taking starts away from someone who has a much better chance of either being part of the future or flipped. They have to pay him no matter what, I wouldn't compound the problem by having a dead man walking in the clubhouse. Would you rather have Anderson getting starts or Garza?
  25. FVBrewerFan
    Deep enough into ST that I figured it's time for the 25 man roster discussion. Here's what I have so far: C- Bandy 1B- Thames 2B- Villar 3B- Shaw SS- Arcia OF- Braun, Broxton, Santana Bench: Pina, Perez, Nieuwenhuis, Gennett, Aguilar Rotation- Guerra, Davies, Nelson, Peralta, Anderson Pen- Suter, Barnes, Torres, Marinez, Knebel, Blazek, Cravy Garza DFAd. Rivera needs ABs every day in AAA if he ever has a chance to become even a decent hitter. Tough call for last spot in the pen, but leaning towards Jungman and Milone getting sent down.
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