papelbon traded to the brewers

[tommyd2107]

never mind, still close to getting done.

 

[phillyfan0417]

pretty sure thats a fake twitter account...

 

[gt2590]

Still can't figure out Why TF the Brewers would wanna do this one...

 

[tpeichel]

Still can't figure out Why TF the Brewers would wanna do this one...

Probably not feeling too great about Broxton closing. And they probably aren't giving up much.

 

[James52411]

Still can't figure out Why TF the Brewers would wanna do this one...

The 2014 Postseason showed that a strong bullpen is a must if you want to advance.

 

[gt2590]

The 2014 Postseason showed that a strong bullpen is a must if you want to advance.

Yes, as an A's fan, I know the "LaRussa Effect".

But aren't the Brewers are in a rebuilding Mode? Why load yourself down with a $29 Million dollar Closer, who is a Headache in the locker room too?

And the Phils will be happy with just about anything they can get for him...

 

[Ashburn Alley]

RAJ needs to get this done. Hated the signing.

 

[James52411]

Yes, as an A's fan, I know the "LaRussa Effect".

But aren't the Brewers are in a rebuilding Mode? Why load yourself down with a $29 Million dollar Closer, who is a Headache in the locker room too?

And the Phils will be happy with just about anything they can get for him...

I think the Brewers plan to contend. I would also be shocked if the Phillies do not pick up a sizable portion of the contract.

The Papelbon signing really hasn't hurt the Phillies over the last few years. He's been solid for them. The risk associated with the length of the deal is the stupidest part of it.

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[hive17]

I bet Milwaukee gives up almost nothing and only has to pay about 40%(?) of the contract. That's if this deal even gets done. It's actually up to Paplebon because of the no-trade clause.

 

[phillyfan0417]

I bet Milwaukee gives up almost nothing and only has to pay about 40%(?) of the contract. That's if this deal even gets done. It's actually up to Paplebon because of the no-trade clause.

So the phillies will trade one of the better closers in baseball, pay 15 million and get nothing in return?

Makes sense...

 

[hive17]

So the phillies will trade one of the better closers in baseball, pay 15 million and get nothing in return?

Makes sense...

It seems like they view it as saving $11 million, getting something, anything, in return, and parting ways with someone they don't seem to want around.

 

[phillyfan0417]

It seems like they view it as saving $11 million, getting something, anything, in return, and parting ways with someone they don't seem to want around.

The phillies paying 15 million dollars brings back a decent amount of value. The phillies could just keep him, not let him close and he wont vest. that would cost them 13 million.

 

[hive17]

The phillies paying 15 million dollars brings back a decent amount of value. The phillies could just keep him, not let him close and he wont vest. that would cost them 13 million.

That's a good point too.

 

[Brewer Andy]

Rebuilding? They led their division for 93% of the season last year. A couple role players here and there and a healthy Braun/Ramirez should look pretty good. Papelbon is a tool and but if he can contribute on a reasonable deal I guess it's something to kick the tires on. Brewers saw a total collapse last year and played without much of an edge or attitude while free falling. Papelbon also brings both, hated and despise or not.

 

[theacox]

I can't wait to see how long it takes for him to grab his crotch and offend the racing sausages.

 

[Pine Tar]

I think the Brewers plan to contend. I would also be shocked if the Phillies do not pick up a sizable portion of the contract.

The Papelbon signing really hasn't hurt the Phillies over the last few years. He's been solid for them. The risk associated with the length of the deal is the stupidest part of it.

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Ha ha ha ha ha Hey are not going to even be in the top 3. I truly hope they do pull this off. They are only trying to stop the Cubs from getting him

 

[Brewer Andy]

Ha ha ha ha ha Hey are not going to even be in the top 3

I'll take that action

 

[gt2590]

Headline in the Daily News, Philly's tabloid paper, was a pick of "Pap" screaming with the words:

"Dreams Can Come True"

 

[Bob Loblaw]

So the phillies will trade one of the better closers in baseball, pay 15 million and get nothing in return?

Makes sense...

Addition by subtraction.

 

[Keyser Soze]

Ken Giles time!!!!!!!! Make this happen!! Not a Phil's fan, but have Giles on dynasty fantasy team, he's a badass