Mariners projected starting 9 per Roto Site

[HFNY]

And there's this: https://mlbtraderumors.com/2022/02/mariners-on-the-hunt-for-bats.html

I'd take Donaldson if the Twins wouldn't ask for much in return since Bryant is likely looking for a 3 or 4 year deal (and probably over $20 million per).

 

[chuck]

When u say Oakland I assume u mean the Las Vegas a’s… IMO there isn’t anyone on that team we want to trade for with the exception of the thundering first base bat… our target really should be 5hat hard to get stable bat that is mature, has been the superstar (failed) and is now ready to be a proven steady talent to build around

bryant

Bryant isn't worth what he's going to get paid and committing that to him will hurt down the road. If he'd sign a two year deal then sure.

Chapman costs prospects but isn't a long term committment. Neither of them are a good investment long term.

Would you do a 2 year deal with Bryant with a $5 million buyout for a 3rd year at $25 million?

In other words, a 2 year $40 million deal with a team option for a 3rd year at $25 million (and a $5 million buyout).

Yeah that wouldn't be bad.

 

[dnc]

When u say Oakland I assume u mean the Las Vegas a’s… IMO there isn’t anyone on that team we want to trade for with the exception of the thundering first base bat… our target really should be 5hat hard to get stable bat that is mature, has been the superstar (failed) and is now ready to be a proven steady talent to build around

bryant

Bryant isn't worth what he's going to get paid and committing that to him will hurt down the road. If he'd sign a two year deal then sure.

Chapman costs prospects but isn't a long term committment. Neither of them are a good investment long term.

Would you do a 2 year deal with Bryant with a $5 million buyout for a 3rd year at $25 million?

In other words, a 2 year $40 million deal with a team option for a 3rd year at $25 million (and a $5 million buyout).

I'd do it but I bet he commands more*

*unless the lockout takes out a significant portion of this season in which case, maybe.

 

[greenblood]

The Mariners are ass until they aren't

 

[BleachedAnusDawg]

How bizarre is baseball in that the season is, in theory, a month away and top free agents still are unsigned. Baseball free agency is completely illogical.

 

[DawgOfTheAges]

Id rather have nelson cruz than donaldson personally if we are just looking for a bat ~ but im hoping for a 3rd baseman personally so Bryant is the choice from my perspective. Quality 3rd baseman are a rarity right now in MLB, so get one when you can is my thought.