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Will the Orioles sign Mike Moustakas if they trade Manny?


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8 hours ago, MDtransplant757 said:

This is what I proposed before we got Beckham, and I would deal Beckham if Manny wants to play SS after he signs an extension if Moustakis came cheap enough. If Manny is dealt, sure. I'd go for him and his market, along with Hosmer's; has failed to develop. Making it easier for us to potentially sign him.

What extension? There is no offer. 

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17 minutes ago, phillyOs119 said:

I think Cozart is the better player going forward, at least for the next 3 years.  While he is older, he hasn't shown symptoms of decline, and he actually has made real changes to his swing that has led to improvement.  I don't think he's as good as his 2017, but I think he's an average to above average regular for the next 3 years.

I disagree. Cozart is moving positions coming off of a career year at 32, and switching leagues. He will also not have the benefit of playing in Cincinatti anymore. Time will decide though. I'm not advocating for either of the 2 players though. I expect L.A. to be disappointed in Cozart, and whoever signs Moustakas will also end up disappointed.

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