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Mitch Maier Non-Tender Vigil Open Thread

Will MITCH get to come back to summer camp next season, despite the higher rates for 2012? Yost seemed to talk about him an awful lot in the paper, but was he actually thinking of someone else?

The drama is unbearable.

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They non-tender MEETCH, Laffey and Pena….I think they keep Getz (Goddamn)

BFIB

by tiquanunderwear on Dec 12, 2011 5:39 PM EST reply actions  

Why is the consenus that Getz will be tendered?

Not that I disagree with that consensus, but I’m trying to get a handle on what it’s collectively based on.

Is it because there aren’t a ton of infielder options?

Is it because we assume the FO just likes him and will refuse to give him up?

Is it because we assume the FO will overvalue grit and make a poor decision?

I’m curious as to which factors are leading us collectively, to expect this thing.

by CompmanJX3 on Dec 12, 2011 5:43 PM EST reply actions  

I'd say because the trade of YamYam

It looks like they’re gonna hang on to Getzboy

BFIB

by tiquanunderwear on Dec 12, 2011 5:46 PM EST up reply actions  

Mainly just the grit and irrational overliking by Dayton and Ned

But also the lack of any other 2B options currently in-house, and the fact that Getz has at least one option year remaining make him stashable in AAA.

Personally, I would have rather just have kept Yamaico. But work ethic, lack of grit, etc., etc.

by Sweep_the_Leg on Dec 12, 2011 6:07 PM EST up reply actions  

Love The Reading

Maybe Whitman would sound better with Courtenay reading him.

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 12, 2011 6:10 PM EST up reply actions  

30 Next June

You won't be able to trust him

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 12, 2011 6:00 PM EST up reply actions  

The Song's OK

And they always had that naked schtick going on. Are they still around?

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 12, 2011 6:09 PM EST up reply actions  

Yeah

I’m a huge fan……. They had a bit of a bad break up in 05? But they made a new album and are back on tour….I saw them in Tampa, it rocked

BFIB

by tiquanunderwear on Dec 12, 2011 6:11 PM EST up reply actions  

As Someone Who

Lived through the Sex Pistols et al, I never got the punk association for these guys.

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 12, 2011 6:14 PM EST up reply actions  

I don't think they're "punk"

Maybe “pop punk” or something….I just really like their music and their humorous actions

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by tiquanunderwear on Dec 12, 2011 6:16 PM EST up reply actions  

I Think You

Were their target audience in 2005.

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 12, 2011 6:20 PM EST up reply actions  

I wish I was 14 in 2001

BFIB

by tiquanunderwear on Dec 12, 2011 6:21 PM EST up reply actions  

No, I meant

8.

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 12, 2011 6:41 PM EST up reply actions  

I was 14 in 1980

back when the best radio option was KY102 and MTV hadn’t been invented yet. Journey, Foreigner, REO, Styx, Boston, Van Halen, etc. Barf. The only cool new stuff was Springsteen, the Clash, the Talking Heads, AC/DC, the Ramones, and Zevon. We hadn’t heard of rap yet.

However, my impression is that 14-year-olds could get away with a lot more shit then than they can now.

"All the boys think she's a guy
She's got crazy Frenchy eyes."

by Juancho on Dec 13, 2011 1:54 PM EST up reply actions  

Per Piodeportes, the guy who broke the news of the Pujols Signing:
#Royals are aggressively pursuing LHP Tsuyoshi Wada

Hmm…

I'm a 14 year old freshman in high school with a love for all things Royals and Packers.

2012 is the year we shine.

by Jack Marsh on Dec 12, 2011 5:56 PM EST reply actions  

"Hmm..." indeed

Age: 30
Career WHIP of 1.186
Career ERA of 3.30
K/9: 8.3
BB/9: 2.4

I don’t know how much he could improve, though, and coming to MLB with his numbers make him a “meh” in my book. But it would be interesting to take a flyer on him. That can’t do any worse than Yasuhiko Yabuta.

We should trade for Vance Worley.

by JKWard on Dec 12, 2011 8:42 PM EST up reply actions  

He was a starter in Nippon. Looks like he missed time in 2009 due to injury

It may be a long-shot risk worth the taking if the price is right.

We should trade for Vance Worley.

by JKWard on Dec 12, 2011 9:15 PM EST up reply actions  

I can't bear to even watch this drama unfold...

Just knowing that I’ll have to change my screen name is playing with my emotions.

I'm waiting for my wave of talent to arrive.

by mitchfreakingmaier! on Dec 12, 2011 5:57 PM EST reply actions  

jeffgoddamnitfrenchyfrancoeur

BFIB

by tiquanunderwear on Dec 12, 2011 6:04 PM EST up reply actions  

Christalmightygetzagain

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 12, 2011 6:11 PM EST up reply actions  

Salvadormoreofasaviorthantebowperez

BFIB

by tiquanunderwear on Dec 12, 2011 6:12 PM EST up reply actions  

Breathe Easy my friend

Do these effectively hide my thunder?

by splitty on Dec 12, 2011 7:16 PM EST via iPhone app up reply actions  

Don't do it

I didn’t die when Dejesus left.

by NobodyFsWDeJesus on Dec 13, 2011 2:32 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

Don't do it

I didn’t change when Buddy left

"Things could always be worse." - Buddy Bell

by buddyball on Dec 13, 2011 10:57 AM EST up reply actions  

I Changed When

Finley left.

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 13, 2011 4:00 PM EST up reply actions   1 recs

Mitch would be a loss

He’s good Cain insurance, and a left handed bat, which we need on the bench, particularly if the catcher or utility guy is right handed.

Getz is just terrible, though I’d be find optioning him to omaha as depth/filler if he didn’t get paid jack squat until Colon is ready for a call-up.

by WURoyal on Dec 12, 2011 5:58 PM EST via mobile reply actions  

He's also valuable

As that 9th guy out of the bullpen

by Tito42 on Dec 12, 2011 7:26 PM EST up reply actions  

Unless Lough Is

As good or better, I see no real in house options. Dyson is just a novelty.

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 12, 2011 6:02 PM EST reply actions  

Maier should have the edge just due to defense

I am not sure Lough can really play CF on any sort of regular basis. At the plate, they might be close — Maier’s last year in AAA (316/366/470) looks pretty like Lough’s 2011 (318/367/482). Mitch’s walk rate jumped in the majors (to 10%), so he might project a little better for 2012 than Lough.

by Gopherballs on Dec 12, 2011 6:12 PM EST up reply actions  

If He Cannot

Plat CF, we’d need Dyson, too. I’m not sure that is a good thing. A bench of C, Renteria, Lough and Dyson is uninspiring at best, and powerless.

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 12, 2011 6:19 PM EST up reply actions  

I really don't think they will

But if they do….I will be legitimately furious

BFIB

by tiquanunderwear on Dec 12, 2011 6:06 PM EST up reply actions  

and if they did

I would legitimately be furious

BFIB

by tiquanunderwear on Dec 12, 2011 6:11 PM EST up reply actions  

No, not really

I have accepted a Renteria overpay. I have no doubt Dayton will offer him 2 years when no other team was willing to do so…just so he “doesn’t get away from us.”

by Sweep_the_Leg on Dec 12, 2011 6:09 PM EST up reply actions  

I'd be alot more ok with that than most other options.

Not 2 years though. Come to think of it, I’d probably rather see Punto for a year.

I'm waiting for my wave of talent to arrive.

by mitchfreakingmaier! on Dec 12, 2011 6:12 PM EST up reply actions  

Punto has been about as good as hitter as Renteria over the last few years

(300 wOBA since 2009 vs. 293 wOBA) and has rated much better defensively at SS (6.2 UZR in 800 innings vs. 2.1 UZR/150 in 2000 innings) (SSS warning applies to Punto).

And, yes, I cannot believe it has come to advocating for Little Nicky Punto.

by Gopherballs on Dec 12, 2011 6:23 PM EST up reply actions  

He Had A

Freak spike in offensive stats in 2011. I suspect more judicious use of his minimal talents and the switch the the NL might be the culprits.

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 12, 2011 6:44 PM EST up reply actions  

Even without 2011, Punto's numbers in 2009 and 2010 (289 wOBA) would still be about the same as Renteria

His career wOBA is 296.

Punto really should not play full time (although he might be able to match the 2011 version of Alcides if he got the same playing time), but he has virtues as a bench player — he plays a mean SS and can play 2B and 3B too, he switch hits (which complements Escobar and Giavotello), and he should come dirt cheap (he signed last year for 1 year and less than $1 million).

by Gopherballs on Dec 12, 2011 7:25 PM EST up reply actions  

(he signed last year for 1 year and less than $1 million).

That would make it more palatable, but will Nedgar go Bloomers and give him 300-400 PA’s?

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 12, 2011 10:37 PM EST up reply actions  

ok so

I looked at da statz and mitch has 0 era how can u not resign him, come on royals

/GM

"what is age anyway? what's old? what's young?" - Frank White

by AlexGordonHRmagnet on Dec 12, 2011 6:16 PM EST reply actions  

Small sample size, but I think if we give him a shot he can keep it up

BFIB

by tiquanunderwear on Dec 12, 2011 6:18 PM EST up reply actions  

@@@TWSS@@@

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 12, 2011 6:20 PM EST up reply actions  

Mitch could be in porno’s ….I guarantee it

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by tiquanunderwear on Dec 12, 2011 6:20 PM EST up reply actions  

I'm really enjoying this string of comments

especially mine

"what is age anyway? what's old? what's young?" - Frank White

by AlexGordonHRmagnet on Dec 12, 2011 6:26 PM EST up reply actions  

You started it off

Just like Gordo, you're the perfect leadoff hitter!

BFIB

by tiquanunderwear on Dec 12, 2011 6:28 PM EST up reply actions  

I Shan't Abide

In this sort of uncertain atmosphere. I’m off to town. My snowblowing work is done.

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 12, 2011 6:46 PM EST up reply actions  

I can't take this anymore.

I’m outta here for now…

I'm waiting for my wave of talent to arrive.

by mitchfreakingmaier! on Dec 12, 2011 6:48 PM EST reply actions  

Say it isn't so

Your 2010 Royals Review Fantasy Football Keeper League Champion
Since 2005: Royals win% = .4100, Chiefs win% = .4095

by averagegatsby on Dec 12, 2011 6:54 PM EST reply actions  

this is the only thing I can think of.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Olo8gzgpC4

Your 2010 Royals Review Fantasy Football Keeper League Champion
Since 2005: Royals win% = .4100, Chiefs win% = .4095

by averagegatsby on Dec 12, 2011 6:57 PM EST reply actions  

Which means we’ll tender Getz, Mitch, and Pena. I think Getz is optioned to Omaha assuming Gia is healthy. Mitch is the 4th OF. Pena is the back-up C and the utility guy will be a FA.

by WURoyal on Dec 12, 2011 7:11 PM EST via mobile up reply actions  

Getz vs. Dyson Spring Training Showdown!

(assuming the veteran utility guy is acquired). I bet Getz gets time in CF in spring training.

And keep in mind the Royals can cut any of these guys in Spring Training for 1/6 their 2012 salary.

by Gopherballs on Dec 12, 2011 7:28 PM EST up reply actions  

You're probably right

except I think Getz getz traded for a dead arm.

"All the boys think she's a guy
She's got crazy Frenchy eyes."

by Juancho on Dec 13, 2011 1:57 PM EST up reply actions  

Per twitter?

Didn’t Dutton just say that Laffey is to be non-tendered? I don’t know that this means that he’s definitely the only player who will be non-tendered. He said nothing about any other player, nor did he say “only” Laffey or anything like that.

You may know me as NYRoyal.

by Scott McKinney on Dec 12, 2011 8:08 PM EST up reply actions  

Interesting

Twins let Mijares go. Might be worth a flyer as a bounce back candidate, and his splits vs. LH are OK (not great). Even last year, he pitched tolerably against LHB.

by bas on Dec 12, 2011 8:24 PM EST up reply actions  

Anyone see the Lee Judge's earnest love song to Kendall in his Star column?

I’m a few days late to this, but Jesus, the tone of that column, and the comments rub me the wrong way. Its the elevation of “manliness” or leadership over measurable things, the tiresome numbers vs conventional wisdom debate.

by Nighthawk at the Diner on Dec 12, 2011 7:55 PM EST reply actions  

Link?

More Goofus than Gallant...

by Tracer Bullet 82 on Dec 12, 2011 8:11 PM EST up reply actions  

He Took One

For the team!

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 12, 2011 10:40 PM EST up reply actions  

It's a little more awkward that he was sucking up to Chris Getz...

At least Kendall would be good to have your back in a bar fight…

More Goofus than Gallant...

by Tracer Bullet 82 on Dec 13, 2011 9:20 AM EST up reply actions  

Kendall's not manly

Part of being manly is treating your family right. Kendall has a past history of not doing so.

"All the boys think she's a guy
She's got crazy Frenchy eyes."

by Juancho on Dec 13, 2011 1:59 PM EST up reply actions  

Luke Scott non-tendered

Would only make ~6M in 2012. His injuries must be pretty rough if the O’s just let him walk.

Doubting Thomas, the patron saint of sabermetrics

by Jeff Zimmerman on Dec 12, 2011 8:00 PM EST reply actions  

Birferism Uber Alles!

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 12, 2011 10:41 PM EST up reply actions  

According the Royals twitter feed from about an hour ago:
#Royals will not tender contract to LHP Aaron Laffey. Other 31 unsigned players on roster will be tendered. Seven were already signed 4 2011

by Gross(est) on Dec 12, 2011 8:10 PM EST reply actions  

Jeff Keppinger was non-tendered.

Maybe the former Royal will return to play middle infield bench warmer?

Go Royals!

by BabyBlues on Dec 13, 2011 12:48 AM EST reply actions  

Why Was He

Traded?

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 13, 2011 12:51 AM EST up reply actions  

Unclear

The guy he was swapped for was Russ Haltiwanger, who was a complete non-prospect.

by BlueEyes_Austin on Dec 13, 2011 11:02 AM EST up reply actions  

He's Listed As

Arb eligible. If we could pick him up for 1/1, I’d be happy. I’m sure he can stand around in the OF in a pinch, too.

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 13, 2011 4:09 PM EST up reply actions  

Dan Cortes not offered a contract

Apparently it’s not OK to walk a guy an inning at AAA.

by WURoyal on Dec 13, 2011 1:40 AM EST via mobile reply actions  

sign him up....

im for acquiring anyone who throws 98 on a regular basis

Fire Everyone

by billybeingbilly on Dec 13, 2011 1:42 AM EST up reply actions  

Is he out of options? Weird that Seattle would give up on him. I remember hearing he was throwing really soft at one point. Like 88 on the FB, but I believe he was injured (or I could be thinking of Gutierrez).

I know he can’t come back to the Royals, but I’m shocked the Mariners don’t think he’s worth a 40 man spot. He must have some real problems (heavy substance abuse?).

by WURoyal on Dec 13, 2011 4:00 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

I was wondering

What happened to him after MTV in the 90s

by NobodyFsWDeJesus on Dec 13, 2011 2:43 AM EST via mobile up reply actions  

I am glad MITCH will be brought back

He has been my favorite Royal over the last couple of years.

The Dodgers signed Tony Gwynn Jr. to a two year deal yesterday. That was crazy. That news must have been comforting to Mitch. If Gwynn jr. gets a multi-year contract there must be a home for guys like Mitch in this league. Nothing against Gwynn jr., he just is not as good a baseball player as Mitch.

www.rockchalktalk.com for pretty good KU baseball coverage

by James Quinn on Dec 13, 2011 8:05 AM EST reply actions  

BUT HE'S TONY GWYNN!!!!!!11111

BFIB

by tiquanunderwear on Dec 13, 2011 8:21 AM EST up reply actions  

Watching Him Track

A fly ball is such a joy for me. UZR doesn’t like him in CF that much, and he doesn’t have the arm for RF or bat for LF, but used correctly he’ll be good to have for another year at least.

I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.

by philofthenorth on Dec 13, 2011 4:12 PM EST up reply actions  

MITCH!

I'm waiting for my wave of talent to arrive.

by mitchfreakingmaier! on Dec 13, 2011 9:18 AM EST reply actions  

your screen name lives to see another day

HUZZAH!

"Things could always be worse." - Buddy Bell

by buddyball on Dec 13, 2011 11:00 AM EST up reply actions  

this thread has no greenposts

…yet

"what is age anyway? what's old? what's young?" - Frank White

by AlexGordonHRmagnet on Dec 13, 2011 11:44 AM EST reply actions  

I got one finally

bitches!

I'm waiting for my wave of talent to arrive.

by mitchfreakingmaier! on Dec 13, 2011 12:19 PM EST up reply actions   1 recs

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