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  1. twobrewers
    I doubt either of them will return a draft pick. Hoffman will likely be a type "A" free agent. No team is going to give up their first (or even second) round pick to sign him for one year. I would imagine that the Brewer's and Hoffman have a gentleman's agreement that the Brewers will not offer him arbitration so that Hoffman can sign anywhere unimpeded. Cameron made $10M in 2009. Offering him arbitration he will probably make about the same amount - I doubt the Brewers are willing to pay Cameron $10M again next year. I think Cameron would accept in a heartbeat since he isnt' going to get a long-term deal from anyone else.
  2. twobrewers
    I don't appreciate Merklinger enough... He may not be a high ceiling pitcher, but 5 innings with 2H 6K and 0BB is a mighty fine night.
  3. twobrewers
    After watching the trade deadline come and go - I realize how valuable #3 or #4 starters in AAA can be. No one trades potential aces, but with everyone looking for starting pitching - a cheap player who can actually post a 4.00 ERA can be flipped for a much better player. I am starting to believe the key to success is to draft high ceiling pitchers (Jeffress) and trade them before they flame out. Imagine the number of deadline deals we could have partaked in if we had parted with Jeffress or Rogers at their peak values.
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    The Blue Jays included cash in the deal to cover some of Rolen's salary. In the end, I think the Reds got a really good deal. Rolen can really be a positive influence on that clubhouse (Votto, Phillips, Bruce) and hopefully install a more professional attitude for the Reds.
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    I can't believe how much everyone is upset by this trade. Vinny Rottino had almost zero value. We basically swapped out Burns for Vargas. I'd call that a very minor upgrade. No harm done. You only "buy" when you are already an elite team with realistic World Series chances. (The Brewers were last year when they acquired CC) You only "sell" when you are completely out of it. Sometime, you just play out the rest of the season and hope for the best. I think Melvin is hoping we can tread water until we get Yovanni, Bush, Parra, Suppan and Looper back in the rotation in 2 weeks.
  6. twobrewers
    Wouldn't you just call yourself Rich? Or Richard?
  7. twobrewers
    I wonder if Andrew Miller is available? Since being drafted by Detriot he has really struggled in the major leagues. Florida just sent him down to AAA. He might be a good "buy low" candidate.
  8. twobrewers
    Two straight starts without a walk. That's been a big concern for myself. Braddock is ranked #7. I would say his treatment has been similar to Rogers. (Currently ranked #25)
  9. twobrewers
    Rogers is going to be ranked much higher in the next Power 50.
  10. twobrewers
    I wouldn't say Salome is "struggling mightily" with his bat. That is a gross overstatement. He had a horrible April, great May, good June and so far a poor July. He also hasn't been playing much recently (like due to his back injury flaring up?) - which could explain the poor July. We really haven't gotten many reports on his "glove" either. We have several quotes from Money that were less than complimentary - but Money thinks the Pope isn't Catholic enough.
  11. twobrewers
    Even if you ignore this season tickets sales... What will get you more season ticket renewals in 2010 - and 80-82 team or a 72 - 90 team?
  12. twobrewers
    Remember that Hoffman is unlikely to be offered arbitration or return draft picks after the season - he won't match the Linebrink return. Note: The Brewers are still selling out on a regular basis. Mark A has gone through great lengths the build a competitive team in Milwaukee. To the casual fan, "selling" would be a terrible sign that the "same old Brewers" are back. To us hardcore fans, we can see the value of selling off assets. However, I think Mark A recognizes the importance of at least pushing for a playoff spot to the attitude of the casual Brewer fan. Mark A wants to be competitive every year. I'd rather sit still.
  13. twobrewers
    I'm all out of passes. See razzzorsharp if you want some... Anyone who requested passes, they should arrive in the mail very shortly.
  14. twobrewers
    That is why Melvin hates spending money on relief pitchers. One good year/one bad year - and so the cycle continues.
  15. twobrewers
    Weeks' has had issues in the past recovering from a torn sheath in his wrist. If Weeks' struggles in 2010 - Lopez would be a great back-up plan. I'd rather spend 5M on Lopez than assume Counsell can maintain his current pace for another year.
  16. twobrewers
    We've had two ferrets for years. We had to put the first one down because of lack of cash. I was just out of college and dead broke. He had eaten something that blocked his stomach. It was going to be over $1,000 to perform a surgery which might be able to save his life. My wife didn't have the heart to take him back to put him down. I remember sitting in the waiting room with shade on to hide my tears. We have a portable pet carrier that breaks down for storage. When I got home, I tore down the carrier and felt the realization that he was no longer inside - I broke down. I may have thought the $1,000 in debt was unfathomable given my situation, I'm sure Jinx (my ferret) thought otherwise. I can still remember that feeling very vividly. The good news, is that he taught us a very valuable lesson. We vowed to never make the same decision. Since then, we have always kept a "reserve" for their expenses. In the meantime, we have had another one develop cancer that required surgery. All told, it cost around $750. Every time he comes out of the bedroom and curls up with my wife on the couch - I think that it was the best $750 investment I've ever made. Owning a pet comes with the responsibility that they are not able to make decisions to save their own life. As a pet owner, that is your job.
  17. twobrewers
    I've thought of Kinkos - but it seems like they would pretty much offer the same service as shutterfly etc. A photography store is a really good idea. They would likely care a little more about quality. Thanks for the input.
  18. twobrewers
    I still have around 8 passes left if anyone else wants one. Just message me a mailing address.
  19. twobrewers
    I can't wait for Gamel to get his groove back and start smashing the ball all over Nashville. Gindl packs a lot of power in that little frame. I believe he is now 2nd in HR in the league. (He is also among the OPS leaders) Omar Aguilar might need another promotion. He certainly has no problem with A+ batters.
  20. twobrewers
    I have an 8" by 10" photo that I could like to hang above my fireplace as a center piece to my entire living room. Obviously, the photo isn't big enough to really have an "impact" right now. I'd like the picture at least doubled in size - and then framed. Does anyone know how/where I can get this done? I know you can order larger prints at sites like Shutterfly. But I don't want a big pixeled picture either - I need to maintain the quality.
  21. twobrewers
    While certainly not in the same level of Pedro - I have 20 Metavante Club Passes to give away. They were the "pay early" reward for renewing my season tickets. I have no inclination to hang out in the Metavante Club, so if anyone wants a pair - drop me a message with your mailing address and I will pass them along.
  22. twobrewers
    Really, Mike Cameron is participating in a healthy lifestyle program encouraging children to avoid performance-enhancing drugs? This is the same Mike Cameron that was suspended 25 games last year for a positive test.
  23. twobrewers
    Largely because of tax laws, insurance is pretty close to a scam. Insurance rates are based on the likelihood of event X. For example, if you own a $3M house in Florida that is susceptible to hurricanes (say a 1 in 10 chance each year of $100,000 in damages), you are going to pay $10,000 a year for hurricane insurance. So whether you have insurance at $10,000 a year or pay the $100,000 once every 10 years - you end up paying the same amount. The purpose of insurance isn't to pay you - it is only to provide some consistancy. (Much easier to plan many small payments than be hit with one very large payment) The scam part comes from the various tax laws. In the above scenario, the homeowner has to pay $100,000 over 10 years to insure his house against hurricanes. If the taxpayer has no insurance, he will have to pay for all $100,000 in repairs himself. But that is a casualty loss that is tax deductible! So after the tax deduction, it really only costs him around $60,000. Most multimillion dollar homes in hurricane alley do not have insurance. They are essentially self-insured by the various rich owners.
  24. twobrewers
    In the words of Doug Melvin... If you throw enough crap against the wall to see what sticks, you usually end up with a bunch of crap on your wall. (Paraphrasing)
  25. twobrewers
    Hand them a copy of the Power 50 and tell them to "Pick 5" I'd give them "4" of Escobar, Gamel, Lawrie and Salome. (But since they would probably want pitching in return, like Parra, it would be a tough deal)
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