Brian

It was on Spectrum Sports and is his speculation since the words, "may be on the trading block" was in his statement. But with over 40 years in the business I trust him more than the others just trying to get attention for themselves.

Zach Neto, a 24-year-old shortstop for the Los Angeles Angels, has shown significant progress in both his offensive and defensive game in recent seasons. Offense Power Surge: After a rough rookie season in 2023, Neto broke out in 2024 with a .761 OPS, 23 home runs, and 30 stolen bases, making him the first Angels shortstop with a 20-20 season. Continued Improvement in 2025: He has built upon that breakout, demonstrating even more power in 2025 with an improved slash line of .275/.320/.493 and 15 home runs in just 75 games played through July 12. His expected slugging (xSLG) ranks among the top players in baseball, highlighting his ability to make impactful contact. High Strikeout Rate: Neto's aggressive approach at the plate leads to a high strikeout rate (almost 30%) and a lower walk rate (4.6%), areas where he could improve. Defense Mixed Defensive Metrics: Defensive metrics offer conflicting views on Neto's fielding abilities. Defensive Runs Saved (DRS) ranks him among the top shortstops in the league, suggesting he excels at making routine plays. Outs Above Average (OAA), however, places him below average, indicating struggles with difficult plays. Potential for Growth: While there are debates about his range and whether he might be better suited for second base, Neto possesses plus arm strength and solid athleticism, suggesting potential for further development at shortstop. He has also been an aggressive and successful baserunner throughout his career. Overall assessment Zach Neto is a promising young player who has made significant strides offensively, particularly in power hitting, and is becoming a key player for the Angels. His defensive metrics are mixed, highlighting areas for continued improvement, but his athleticism and arm strength suggest he can develop into a solid defender at shortstop. If Neto can refine his plate discipline and continue to develop defensively, he has the potential to become one of the top shortstops in baseball.

Its about fan and media popularity, how good you are and with a 2.80 ERA Miz should be in there. I just hope he doesn't get a big ego because the Brewers only signed him to a one year contract I believe. That could come back and bite them in the ass bigtime.

He sure could be now.

Dennis Krause just said on Spectrum Tobias Myers may be on the trading block to acquire a decent bat.

The Miz gets emotional, I am so glad for him he deserves to be an all star.

Vaughn .189 with white sox .500 with Brewers WOW

Vaughn go's deep 408 feet.

Better get that bullpen going.

Ortiz, what a play.

Can Contreras get hot now?

You just never know when another beast might come out of the forest. Yeliboy.

Yanks up 5-0 over Cubs End of 5th.

Talk about hitting into bad luck with line drives.

On July 13, the Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher will be Freddy Peralta.

Great, hope the Yanks keepem' comin.

Blake Perkins Expected to Start Rehab Assignment on Friday That is today, it will be a while for him I'm sure.

I never looked into what he gets paid. I just said a .205 avg isn't that good.

Bottom Line is: Joey Ortiz is a below average hitter and probably a little above avg fielder no matter how you want to sugar coat him.

Brewers gonna win so much, you may even get tired of us winning. Then you’ll say, "please, please Mr. Arnold it’s just too much winning, we can’t take it anymore."

I did not just choose Joey Ortiz worst 3 games of his career, I used all of his playoff games which is only 3. I then said use all of his 2025 stats. Either way Trade Deadline is Thursday, July 31st at 6 p.m. ET, according to MLB.com. This is the final opportunity for MLB teams to trade players during the regular season.

If that is all he has so far what else can yo do? Use Ortiz 2025 stats then, not much better. He is our offensive weak link.

OK then, I will run with his current 58 out of 283

You mean "The Wrigleyville Killers?"

I say the Problem is Ortiz at SS. Struggling all season at the plate and even below .200 again as of late (last 15 games) and never even one hit in a playoff game in his whole life.