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I'm not, but there may be some opportunities with others come closer to the season.

Keep your eyes open in the forum here...

Yeah, it sure did. I really enjoy the Bowl Season, just wish I had more time to watch more of the games.

I'm hopefully going to be able to catch both playoff games tomorrow and the title game on...

Only a few days left, Stallion. Time definitely flies, doesn't it?!?!

It's hard to believe Game 7 of the World Series was over 2 months ago...

Nice goal! :an_clap:

I think he'll either go to the Yankees, the Giants or ultimately end up staying in Detroit...

The MLB Network is simply awesome! :bigboss:

Watching the 2008 Home Run Derby now... :popcorn:

If you get the chance, check out an episode or two of "Baseball's Seasons" on MLB Network.

I bet you get hooked, I definitely did. The series brings back a ton of memories.

One thing that...

I hope you all had a Merry Christmas!

Cheers! :drinks:

I've heard some talk that Kang would be brought in to replace Neil Walker after he's gone.

This could be false but it makes great sense in my opinion.

Even though Walker is a local guy, I...

Yeah, no doubt! Dice-K never lived up to his hype and potential. A major bust to say the least.

Heard he's back in Japan playing ball there...

I'm definitely looking forward to how this plays out... :popcorn:

Awesome article! Thanks for sharing, EM! :cheers:

I'm excited about this news for the Buccos! This would be hugh! :an_clap:

I had almost forgotten about Tallion.

Yes, I'm hoping he can contribute somewhere throughout the season.

Who knows, he may even throw harder than he did before the surgery...

I think so, too. Hopefully, they can all stay healthy. Can't wait to see what Burnett does this year...

Two nice additions for the Royals.

I don't like seeing Eddie V leave town but I think the Buccos will be okay without him.

Cole, Burnett, Liriano, Worley, Locke, Morton sounds just fine with me!

Yeah, I just heard that. A one-year deal.

Not a bad signing, in my opinion.

I think he still has some pop left...

Wrigley, Congrats for killing it again in BTP this week! :hattip:

Cheers to you, bud! :drinks:

That's like 10 in a row, don't you get an iPad now? :+clueless

Yessir! Before we know it Opening Day will be upon us... :an_clap:

Although I'm not a Chicago fan, I do agree that it would be good to see the Windy City get back to winning again...

Yep. Great to have Frankie coming back next year! :an_clap:

I really like the Antonio Bastardo signing.

He is 29 yet I think his best years are still ahead of him.

Heard he can be erratic at times but will keep the ball in the park.

Bastardo, a...

Ouch! Those are two very quality arms to lose... 😯

I wish they both would have come here to Pittsburgh!

It sure will, perhaps a change of scenery is what both of these guys needed...

Ok, if I were in charge this is what the lineup would look like...

1) Marte
2) J-Hay
3) Cutch
4) Pedro
5) Walker
6) Polanco
7) Mercer
8) Cervelli

Amen, brother! :grrr:

By the way, Congrats to you for killing it in BTP this week! :hattip:

Nice work and Cheers to you! :cheers2:

Hey Arch,

Congrats on your elite showing in BTP this week. Nice work, bud! :hattip:

The payout should be fairly hugh. Enjoy your points!

:drinks:

Haha, you bet!

My buddies and I are getting together this week to go over the schedule and circle the games we're getting tickets for...



Good question. I know one thing's for certain,...

I'm going to predict the Pirates starters for Opening Day 2015:

C: Cervelli
1B: Pedro
2B: Walker
SS: Mercer
3B: J-Hay
OF: Marte, Cutch, Polanco

I really hope El Toro works his butt off...

Arch, I must admit that I'm sad to see Clint Barmes go, he signed with San Diego.

He was smoother than silk at shortstop, plus a great guy in mentoring the younger players.

Granted, he was...

I'll definitely have to check that out. Thanks for the heads up, k-m! :cheers:



Word! I'm still not convinced someone could pitch a game while tripping, let alone throw a no-hitter.

LSD...

Yes. This looks to be a really nice deal for Toronto...

Interesting read.

I agree with you that they have to be at least over $100M to be taken seriously and make a legit World Series run...

He's definitely not "Werth" that contract, in my opinion.

I remember referring to him as Jayson "Werth-less" when he was with the Dodgers.

I've just never been a fan of this guy...

Good question. It's tough to tell with the crazy contracts players are receiving these days...

Paying Seager this much money simply blows my mind! :wacko:

Granted, I'm on the East Coast and don't see him play that much...

Is he really worth that contract???

Yeah, they're in a very nice position right now.





I hope Boston included a nutritionist along with all that money.

It appears that Hanley Ramirez is headed to Boston and it's likely that Pablo Sandoval will be joining him.

Boston's opening up the check book...

Me neither, I was being sarcastic.

However, I hope they both do well next year...

I'm more excited about the Pirates signing Radhames Liz to a two-year deal.

Liz may be a project, but I heard he in throws in the high 90's.

Yeah, I heard this the other day. Not sure what to make of it???

Which one, Cervelli or Wilson? :+clueless

Francisco Cervelli:

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The Pirates ended up getting Francisco Cervelli from the Yankees for LHP Justin Wilson.

I'm not thrilled with this trade, but not upset either. Seems like a decent swap for both teams.

I have to agree, 5-years at an $82 million clip? Wow!

Martin was going to get paid, but the amount he got is outta this world! :wacko:

He is Canadian, so this deal must be extremely...

Yep, I agree. Crazy thing is that his option with Philadelphia was $12 million.

He left $3.5 million on the table by coming to the other side of Pennsylvania.

Another interesting tidbit is...

Shocking news today...

The Pirates signed A.J. Burnett for $8.5 million. Awesome! :an_clap:

I heard yesterday that the Pirates might pursue Miguel Montero if they can't keep Martin.

Haven't checked Montero's numbers recently but he'd be a better option than Stewart and Sanchez next...

Spring training schedules have been released. This is a good sign! :an_clap:

:thebaseba Abreu (White Sox) wins 2014 AL Rookie of the Year and deGroom (Mets) wins 2014 NL Rookie of the Year :thebaseba

No idea, Arch.