Great Young Players To Build Around

[SethMurphy]

Re: Great Young Players To Build Around

one thing i have found with the Pirates is looking to see if you can trade for players who have locked up contracts for a number of years... if you aren't going into the offseason each year with a bunch of guys looking for raises it gives you a chance to develop some talent and win some games to increase the budget... I have noticed Jay Bruce usually locks up for a modest contract, and there are some pitchers as well (Chris Volstad signed a 6 year deal for like 4 mil per) and that allows you some contract freedom with other players... I had to trade McCutchen off because I couldn't get him to lock up before he went to arbitration and was awarded 15.6 mil per season... but he is a great talent and brings back a lot in return

[redsrulenc]

Re: Great Young Players To Build Around

Hanley Ramirez nuff said. The guys is an absolute beast. Contact and power from both sides of the plate, good arm and range, and speed is redic. I spose he is 26 but would be considered a young vet.

Absolutley agreed.
As soon as I read what this thread was about, Ramirez was the first player to pop into my head.

[RandyMoss84]

Re: Great Young Players To Build Around

pitching doesnt mean anything if your offense doesnt score
a team can be out scored but they cant be out pitched