I don't disagree but the O's are in a position in which they could share all those costs with the NFL team right across the street. So it's not quite as bad as you suggest.
All the stats accumulate over the seasons. As does the reputation for being hurt. I don't want any fake trips to the IL on my record when I hit free agency or even when I get to arbitration.
Sometimes I do question what I think of as a poorly structured argument.
In this specific case I'd fall somewhere between Basallo and Kjerstad.
I don't think the one is enough and I wouldn't give up the other.
I do think the cost to acquire him in 2024 would be high.
Sure, but it's a possibility.
I'd say his value was pretty darn high already this offseason.
Look at someone like Jesus Montero, top 5 prospect over multiple seasons (BA and BP). Ended up being a bust.
You don't know until you know.
So Basallo's elbow fracture issue isn't a concern going forward but Miller's arm is?
I don't think you get to have both.
You do remember Loewen right? His stress elbow issues can returning.
Maybe?
Let's be honest, he was hyped to the moon this offseason and that might be his peak.
We don't know he can stick at catcher. We don't know if his elbow issue will resurface.
I agree that he's a fabulous prospect with a huge ceiling but he's not some stainless steel lock.
I disagree but you are showing your work and I respect that.
I think Miller would be worth a lot more to this O's team over the next few years than Kjerstad would be.
Just no.
Why?
Do you want Soto injured?
If that isn't it why?
Soto is already getting it on social media for pimping during a loss.
You think he's going to learn his lesson and stop acting out?
There is no room in the game for intentionally trying to hurt other players.
Stupid crap like that is all risk and no reward.
It seems very clear to me that they promoted him to fill out the bench while an injured player is out. That is what happens with guys on the 40. He'll get regular at bats when the injured player is back on the roster and he goes back to AAA. He wasn't called up to start.