I hope we are looking for controllable SP beyond 2024… pretty much when most of the rotation (Burnes, Woody, Lauer, Houser) is gone. it also gives us legit rotation, especially with Woody coming back in August (hopefully). I have no interest in hoping the backend holds up when we could get quality now. With Cards and Cubs down, and CC potentially gone, all for pushing it this year. And with govt $ up for grabs with stadium improvements, it makes all the sense in the world to make playoffs in 2023.
Yes, it will cost us, but trading Burnes and Adames after this season should fill in some cracks across the board, as well, in minors.
Also, we have sticks in Hiura and Black that could or should be given a shot this year. Tiring of half the lineup with .220 avg. .600 or so OPS. Let’s see what we have.
So a lot of moving parts, yes.