Thoughts on Desmond Jennings

[Topnotchsy]

I was wondering what people thought of Jennings going forward. Last years disaster of a season seems to be in the distant past as he has been great this year. He's batting .323 with a decent number of homers, tons of steals, and a 48:48 BB:K ratio.

Any chance we see him in the Majors September or early next year?

 

[Jaypers]

I was wondering what people thought of Jennings going forward. Last years disaster of a season seems to be in the distant past as he has been great this year. He's batting .323 with a decent number of homers, tons of steals, and a 48:48 BB:K ratio.

Any chance we see him in the Majors September or early next year?

I'd love to see him in TB this year, but I have significant doubts it'll happen. Hell, Wade Davis has been playing in Durham for what seems like forever now, and even he hasn't gotten his cup of coffee yet. Friedman and Rays' management are conservative when promoting their top prospects, for the most part.

The one thing going against Jennings is his injury record thus far, which has limited his playing time in the pros. He'll get promoted to AAA before the end of the season, but I'd be extremely surprised if he saw the Majors this year.

 

[Brett Keith]

I think there's a pretty good chance Jennings sees time in the bigs this year. Fernando Perez is out, so he could be valuable down the stretch as a pinch-runner/hitter or defensive replacement. He and Matt Joyce could be important pieces coming off the bench if the Rays stay in the hunt. Also, they probably want to see what he can do and showcase him to the fans a bit, to maybe soften the blow should they decide to move Crawford next year.

 

[19braves77]

He could make his debut after July 31st. He is 50% of the reason the Rays think they can deal Crawford. Look at his splits for this year. He not a POTE of Riverwalk Stadium.

 

[cowboysrule48]

I think there's a pretty good chance Jennings sees time in the bigs this year. Fernando Perez is out, so he could be valuable down the stretch as a pinch-runner/hitter or defensive replacement. He and Matt Joyce could be important pieces coming off the bench if the Rays stay in the hunt. Also, they probably want to see what he can do and showcase him to the fans a bit, to maybe soften the blow should they decide to move Crawford next year.

There are some rumblings that the Rays would consider trading Crawford before the deadline.

 

[Brett Keith]

I think there's a pretty good chance Jennings sees time in the bigs this year. Fernando Perez is out, so he could be valuable down the stretch as a pinch-runner/hitter or defensive replacement. He and Matt Joyce could be important pieces coming off the bench if the Rays stay in the hunt. Also, they probably want to see what he can do and showcase him to the fans a bit, to maybe soften the blow should they decide to move Crawford next year.

There are some rumblings that the Rays would consider trading Crawford before the deadline.

I'm sure the team atleast listened to some other teams about Crawford, but I don't think there's any way he gets moved this season. There was some talk about him to the Giants, so I was considering what type of deal could be made, specifically what could get Posey. Was thinking something involving Crawford and Aybar for Posey and a prospect like Thomas Neal or Ehire Adrianza. The thing that would complicate it would be Bengie Molina's pending free agancey and advancing age.

 

[cowboysrule48]

[quote="Brett Keith":1lpgob08]I think there's a pretty good chance Jennings sees time in the bigs this year. Fernando Perez is out, so he could be valuable down the stretch as a pinch-runner/hitter or defensive replacement. He and Matt Joyce could be important pieces coming off the bench if the Rays stay in the hunt. Also, they probably want to see what he can do and showcase him to the fans a bit, to maybe soften the blow should they decide to move Crawford next year.

There are some rumblings that the Rays would consider trading Crawford before the deadline.

I'm sure the team atleast listened to some other teams about Crawford, but I don't think there's any way he gets moved this season. There was some talk about him to the Giants, so I was considering what type of deal could be made, specifically what could get Posey. Was thinking something involving Crawford and Aybar for Posey and a prospect like Thomas Neal or Ehire Adrianza. The thing that would complicate it would be Bengie Molina's pending free agancey and advancing age.[/quote:1lpgob08]

Oh, I don't think he will be moved this year either. Honestly, I'd like to be able to sign him long-term and trade BJ. I was just reading that the team is considering it in order to free-up some salary should they land Vmart and Lee.

 

[Brett Keith]

[quote="Brett Keith":1d900p20]I think there's a pretty good chance Jennings sees time in the bigs this year. Fernando Perez is out, so he could be valuable down the stretch as a pinch-runner/hitter or defensive replacement. He and Matt Joyce could be important pieces coming off the bench if the Rays stay in the hunt. Also, they probably want to see what he can do and showcase him to the fans a bit, to maybe soften the blow should they decide to move Crawford next year.

There are some rumblings that the Rays would consider trading Crawford before the deadline.

I'm sure the team atleast listened to some other teams about Crawford, but I don't think there's any way he gets moved this season. There was some talk about him to the Giants, so I was considering what type of deal could be made, specifically what could get Posey. Was thinking something involving Crawford and Aybar for Posey and a prospect like Thomas Neal or Ehire Adrianza. The thing that would complicate it would be Bengie Molina's pending free agancey and advancing age.

Oh, I don't think he will be moved this year either. Honestly, I'd like to be able to sign him long-term and trade BJ. I was just reading that the team is considering it in order to free-up some salary should they land Vmart and Lee.[/quote:1d900p20]

Well I think the more likely salary dump is Kazmir. I'd like to see Crawford stay, but not if it means trading B.J., why do you want to trade B.J. anyway? If B.J. was traded, it better be to a good team, neither of the New York teams though, especially the Yankees. The thought of that turns my stomach. Howabout the Rays trade Jennings and Davis + more to bring Justin Upton in and get him out of that mess in Arizona, bringing my near dream situation to fruition.

 

[cowboysrule48]

[quote="Brett Keith":1ulopz80]

[quote="Brett Keith":1ulopz80]I think there's a pretty good chance Jennings sees time in the bigs this year. Fernando Perez is out, so he could be valuable down the stretch as a pinch-runner/hitter or defensive replacement. He and Matt Joyce could be important pieces coming off the bench if the Rays stay in the hunt. Also, they probably want to see what he can do and showcase him to the fans a bit, to maybe soften the blow should they decide to move Crawford next year.

There are some rumblings that the Rays would consider trading Crawford before the deadline.

I'm sure the team atleast listened to some other teams about Crawford, but I don't think there's any way he gets moved this season. There was some talk about him to the Giants, so I was considering what type of deal could be made, specifically what could get Posey. Was thinking something involving Crawford and Aybar for Posey and a prospect like Thomas Neal or Ehire Adrianza. The thing that would complicate it would be Bengie Molina's pending free agancey and advancing age.

Oh, I don't think he will be moved this year either. Honestly, I'd like to be able to sign him long-term and trade BJ. I was just reading that the team is considering it in order to free-up some salary should they land Vmart and Lee.[/quote:1ulopz80]

Well I think the more likely salary dump is Kazmir. I'd like to see Crawford stay, but not if it means trading B.J., why do you want to trade B.J. anyway? If B.J. was traded, it better be to a good team, neither of the New York teams though, especially the Yankees. The thought of that turns my stomach. Howabout the Rays trade Jennings and Davis + more to bring Justin Upton in and get him out of that mess in Arizona, bringing my near dream situation to fruition. [/quote:1ulopz80]

I'd love to keep both. Imagine an OF of Crawford, Upton, Jennings. I just like Crawford a lot more than Upton, so if one of them were to go, I would rather keep Crawford.

I was reading today that the Rays mentioned Kazmir, Crawford and Pena as possible trade candidates to dump salary.

 

[Brett Keith]

[quote="Brett Keith":22gdjmfq]

[quote="Brett Keith":22gdjmfq]I think there's a pretty good chance Jennings sees time in the bigs this year. Fernando Perez is out, so he could be valuable down the stretch as a pinch-runner/hitter or defensive replacement. He and Matt Joyce could be important pieces coming off the bench if the Rays stay in the hunt. Also, they probably want to see what he can do and showcase him to the fans a bit, to maybe soften the blow should they decide to move Crawford next year.

There are some rumblings that the Rays would consider trading Crawford before the deadline.

I'm sure the team atleast listened to some other teams about Crawford, but I don't think there's any way he gets moved this season. There was some talk about him to the Giants, so I was considering what type of deal could be made, specifically what could get Posey. Was thinking something involving Crawford and Aybar for Posey and a prospect like Thomas Neal or Ehire Adrianza. The thing that would complicate it would be Bengie Molina's pending free agancey and advancing age.

Oh, I don't think he will be moved this year either. Honestly, I'd like to be able to sign him long-term and trade BJ. I was just reading that the team is considering it in order to free-up some salary should they land Vmart and Lee.

Well I think the more likely salary dump is Kazmir. I'd like to see Crawford stay, but not if it means trading B.J., why do you want to trade B.J. anyway? If B.J. was traded, it better be to a good team, neither of the New York teams though, especially the Yankees. The thought of that turns my stomach. Howabout the Rays trade Jennings and Davis + more to bring Justin Upton in and get him out of that mess in Arizona, bringing my near dream situation to fruition. [/quote:22gdjmfq]

I'd love to keep both. Imagine an OF of Crawford, Upton, Jennings. I just like Crawford a lot more than Upton, so if one of them were to go, I would rather keep Crawford.

I was reading today that the Rays mentioned Kazmir, Crawford and Pena as possible trade candidates to dump salary.[/quote:22gdjmfq]

Well, B.J. should stay pretty cheap, especially because his dissapointing numbers this year, so keeping B.J. shouldn't be the reason they keep or trade Crawford, unless we're talking a longterm deal for B.J.. Regardless, their OF defense should stay plenty good for years to come. I really hope they can pull off a deal for Lee, because it's likely Pena and Crawford are gone in a year or two, so the window to win a World Series may close for a short time, so go for it.

 

[cowboysrule48]

At first, I was against trading for Lee. However, now I want him. The starting pitching is the only thing holding this team back right now.

 

[KandKCards]

All the compliments I've ever given the Rays management would be recanted if they traded Crawford. He's been there the longest, and he bats .310 with 10 HR, 40+ RBI and 7 million steals, not to mention gold glove. Why the hell would they get rid of that??

 

[Brett Keith]

All the compliments I've ever given the Rays management would be recanted if they traded Crawford. He's been there the longest, and he bats .310 with 10 HR, 40+ RBI and 7 million steals, not to mention gold glove. Why the hell would they get rid of that??

They would trade them if they thought extending him would cost more than they want to pay, or if they thought they could get a better return for him by trading, rather than taking the compensation picks. Also, if they believe Desmond Jennings can be nearly as good for much cheaper. He's never won a Gold Glove, not a big deal, just pointing it out. I believe Pena is the only Ray to win one.

 

[sheetskout]

I think there's been like five "Thoughts on Desmond Jennings" threads so far.

 

[Jaypers]

I think there's been like five "Thoughts on Desmond Jennings" threads so far.

Keep 'em coming. His ending prices have badly needed a boost for a long time now. :mrgreen:

 

[andyduke86]

I think he should be in AAA by now! He is certainly an important part of the Rays future. He should be ready by next year but who knows how the Rays OF situation will be then.

 

[ubersweet987]

The most impressive stat for a young hitter like him for me is that he walks as much as he strikes out.

 

[kentuckyderby]

really should have a lot more BB than K considering his isn't a big bopper

I see him as a guy bouncing around as 4th or 5th OF and unless a trade happens in Tampa, those with his cards will only have the BA Hotlist to look forward to. When and where does he get his full time chance?

 

[Hallsgator]

I saw him play earlier this year and he dominated. He had a triple, home run, and 2 stolen bases. He looked really really good. Very quick and fast. He is gonna be a good player

 

[A_Pharis]

So who looks better in the long run?

Desmond Jennings or Jared Mitchell?