The Reservoir Dubs Anchorman wrote: » Boras knows he needs to pitch well, a trip to the minors might help. Also Boras has one real contract year candidate and he's wearing a Nationals uniform! Arrieta was far better than Harvey last year and barely got any interest.
boccy23 wrote: » Harvey has a huge ego himself, never mind Boras and his 2 cents worth. They need to find some mystery ailment and put him on the DL while he works on the physical issues in Florida. I really think that he would veto going on any minor league assignment. Starting pitching will always get paid but he will probably have to take a 1 year and prove it deal.
The Reservoir Dubs Anchorman wrote: » Starting pitching is always needed, that is true. And usually they get a decent pay and play , even on a 1 year deal but I doubt Boras would go for that. But, right now no one in the league would sign Harvey. No one not named Harvey or Boras thinks he is a starting pitcher. His ERA is over 6 on the season.
Igotadose wrote: » It's been 5+ for quite awhile, going into last season. I like the phantom injury thing, but he's such a primadonna I think that'd backfire on him like it did every time Billy Martin wouldn't play Reggie Jackson back in the day due to 'elbow tendinitis,' and Reggie'd pitch a fit in the media. Jason Vargas is near returning, maybe 1 more rehab start and he can then just slide into the rotation, as long as there's a spot. I don't see Callaway and Eiland going for a 6 man rotation. I'd say the plan was to offer Harvey a minor-league assignment (especially if Wheeler pitches well in his next start - he's not been terrible, but I don't trust Wheeler's stuff at all, trouble is, Harvey's not as good as Wheeler at the present time.) If Harvey won't take it, I wouldn't be surprised if they DFA him and he gets snapped up by some other team, there's plenty that could use a spot starter/guy trying to prove himself again for a payday.
8-10 wrote: » Mookie Betts is batting .538 this week with 4 homers, .391 for the season so far. 16-2 to start the season for the Sox, good April so far. Long way to go but really enjoying this start, some great offensive performances against some good teams and pitchers.
The Reservoir Dubs Anchorman wrote: » 11 wins against the 5 win Marlins, Orioles and Rays. .
jack presley wrote: » That’s why people shouldn’t be reading too much into records (good or bad) or individual’s stats in April.
The Reservoir Dubs Anchorman wrote: » The primmadonna thing isnt nearly as true as New Yorkers would like to make out. He pitched really well the year the mets made the WS and pitched beyond the supposed innings cap. That is actually possibly what hurt him long term. I think Harvey at the very least would take an assignment to see how it goes. He improves and comes back stronger then the Mets have the pitcher they want and Harvey has a chance at that big contract.
jack presley wrote: » Well we have our answer on Harvey - going to the pen. And he’s not happy about it
ShyMets wrote: » Rough debut for Jason Vargas. Gave up nine earned run in a 12-2 loss to the Padres
The Reservoir Dubs Anchorman wrote: » Did ok yesterday although pitching in the ninth with a 10 run lead or whatever it was probably isnt taxing. While he hasnt talked to the media he's obviously been professional enough to go out there and do his job.
jack presley wrote: » He’s come out of the pen 3 times now since his demotion I think. Gave up a run the first 2 times and put a double yesterday so not quite in the groove yet. He hasn’t been in any high leverage situations yet I don’t think so he’s easing into being a reliever.
ShyMets wrote: » Sad to see Harvey's decline. There was a time when his stuff was untouchable. Looks like he'll end up at best a decent mid innings releaver and I'm not convinced he'll even be that
8-10 wrote: » Pablo Sandoval pitched a 1-2-3 inning last night. 11 pitch inning. Ace
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