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Bluellama44 · 07-02-2019, 07:26 PM

12/14/10
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Today's Rule 5 Draft Offers Questions; Possible Answers: "I don't know if ownership will keep thinking like they have or not," said Chicago manager Manuel Castro. "The management group has always suggested we take a pick in the Rule 5 draft if our system allows it, and it wouldn't be out of the question for them to add another player this year." One might make a case that the Bruins shouldn't make a pick this year and that a farm system is in place already to offer up home-grown opportunities.

"We may have a hard time finding a spot," Castro continued, "We already have tough decisions to make with internal options. I say we, but I mean they. Maybe they'll decide to draft a bench player. The Rule 5 Draft is a free way to add talent. Not my decision, but it doesn't hurt to at least take a look at a player, even if he doesn't make it out of Spring Training."

I did not make a pick in the rule 5 draft, as I didn’t see anyone who would make the roster.

12/19/10
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Chicago Wins Lottery for RP Mizner: Chicago officials were grinning from ear to ear as they introduced their latest blockbuster signing to the media earlier today.

Jim Mizner, one of the game's marquee talents, opted for the Bruins after receiving a 3-year, $9,000,000 offer.

Mizner has a 38-44 won-lost record over his career with a 4.21 ERA. In 497 games he has recorded 88 saves and the 32-year-old has 337 strikeouts in 519 innings of work. He will probably become Chicago’s new setup man.

Mizner will in fact be the setup man.

12/20/10
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Chicago Inks Star SP to $60,575,000 Deal: The euphoria surrounding a big-name deal can sometimes overshadow the deal itself. Occasionally a team will mortgage its future to make a big splash, though no one in Chicago was worried about that today as the club finalized terms with Juan Garcia.

Garcia will earn $12,115,000 per year over 5 years.

Lifetime Garcia has notched 43 wins and 38 losses and compiled a 4.31 ERA.

What a big signing! Garcia will be our #1 starter, and Santana will have the pressure lifted off of him and will be shifted down to the #2 spot. Since we have a pick in the top third of the first round, it will not be taken away, meaning our #2 pick is safe.

Subject: Jorge Sanchez
To: Dan Robblestock
CC: Manuel Castro, Rich Bond, Hoshi Kawai
From: Tim Maruca

Hey Dan, I know you were considering Sanchez as an internal option for a fifth starter, so I decided to write up a quick scouting report outlining his skills.

His current ability is rated as 1.5 stars, relative to the ULB. His potential, again relative to the ULB, is 2.5 stars. Here is the complete scouting report:

Dominican Jorge Sanchez is a 23-year-old starting pitcher who was born in Boca Chica. He has four in his repertoire, the best likely to be his fastball, although none are plus offerings. He projects with great control of the strike zone. Hitters will always be chasing his pitches, but his stuff is only decent, and he has a real tendency to give up a homer. Sanchez could become a solid starter, but his stuff may prove even better in relief. Merry Christmas!

Jorge will definitely be an interesting pitcher moving on, but I’m not sure he’s ready for the starting spot.

Subject: Jorge Sanchez
To: Tim Maruca
CC: Manuel Castro, Rich Bond, Hoshi Kawai
From: Dan Robblestock

Thanks for the report, Tim.

I believe that the plan moving forward will be to put Sanchez in the bullpen for long relief and look for a temporary 5th starter alternative. I will be looking for a 5th starter - mainly through trades and waivers - and will give time to Jorge to prove that he has what it takes to be a starter. Merry Christmas!

(12/27/10) Oscar Martinez signed a 3 year deal worth $7.566666M per year with the Brooklyn Robins. The Bruins fans are not happy.
12/29/10) Brooklyn signs 36 year old SP Mike Fragoso to a 3 year deal worth $24M in total.

07-02-2019, 07:26 PM	#22
Bluellama44 Minors (Double A) Join Date: Jun 2019 Posts: 101	12/14/10 ablnewsandrumors.com Today's Rule 5 Draft Offers Questions; Possible Answers: "I don't know if ownership will keep thinking like they have or not," said Chicago manager Manuel Castro. "The management group has always suggested we take a pick in the Rule 5 draft if our system allows it, and it wouldn't be out of the question for them to add another player this year." One might make a case that the Bruins shouldn't make a pick this year and that a farm system is in place already to offer up home-grown opportunities. "We may have a hard time finding a spot," Castro continued, "We already have tough decisions to make with internal options. I say we, but I mean they. Maybe they'll decide to draft a bench player. The Rule 5 Draft is a free way to add talent. Not my decision, but it doesn't hurt to at least take a look at a player, even if he doesn't make it out of Spring Training." I did not make a pick in the rule 5 draft, as I didn’t see anyone who would make the roster. 12/19/10 ablnewsandrumors.com Chicago Wins Lottery for RP Mizner: Chicago officials were grinning from ear to ear as they introduced their latest blockbuster signing to the media earlier today. Jim Mizner, one of the game's marquee talents, opted for the Bruins after receiving a 3-year, $9,000,000 offer. Mizner has a 38-44 won-lost record over his career with a 4.21 ERA. In 497 games he has recorded 88 saves and the 32-year-old has 337 strikeouts in 519 innings of work. He will probably become Chicago’s new setup man. Mizner will in fact be the setup man. 12/20/10 ablnewsandrumors.com Chicago Inks Star SP to $60,575,000 Deal: The euphoria surrounding a big-name deal can sometimes overshadow the deal itself. Occasionally a team will mortgage its future to make a big splash, though no one in Chicago was worried about that today as the club finalized terms with Juan Garcia. Garcia will earn $12,115,000 per year over 5 years. Lifetime Garcia has notched 43 wins and 38 losses and compiled a 4.31 ERA. What a big signing! Garcia will be our #1 starter, and Santana will have the pressure lifted off of him and will be shifted down to the #2 spot. Since we have a pick in the top third of the first round, it will not be taken away, meaning our #2 pick is safe. Subject: Jorge Sanchez To: Dan Robblestock CC: Manuel Castro, Rich Bond, Hoshi Kawai From: Tim Maruca Hey Dan, I know you were considering Sanchez as an internal option for a fifth starter, so I decided to write up a quick scouting report outlining his skills. His current ability is rated as 1.5 stars, relative to the ULB. His potential, again relative to the ULB, is 2.5 stars. Here is the complete scouting report: Dominican Jorge Sanchez is a 23-year-old starting pitcher who was born in Boca Chica. He has four in his repertoire, the best likely to be his fastball, although none are plus offerings. He projects with great control of the strike zone. Hitters will always be chasing his pitches, but his stuff is only decent, and he has a real tendency to give up a homer. Sanchez could become a solid starter, but his stuff may prove even better in relief. Merry Christmas! Jorge will definitely be an interesting pitcher moving on, but I’m not sure he’s ready for the starting spot. Subject: Jorge Sanchez To: Tim Maruca CC: Manuel Castro, Rich Bond, Hoshi Kawai From: Dan Robblestock Thanks for the report, Tim. I believe that the plan moving forward will be to put Sanchez in the bullpen for long relief and look for a temporary 5th starter alternative. I will be looking for a 5th starter - mainly through trades and waivers - and will give time to Jorge to prove that he has what it takes to be a starter. Merry Christmas! (12/27/10) Oscar Martinez signed a 3 year deal worth $7.566666M per year with the Brooklyn Robins. The Bruins fans are not happy. 12/29/10) Brooklyn signs 36 year old SP Mike Fragoso to a 3 year deal worth $24M in total.