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Astros sign Zach Duke

Discussion in 'Houston Astros' started by moonsh0t, Jan 27, 2012.

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  1. moonsh0t

    moonsh0t Member

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    http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2012/01/astros-sign-zach-duke.html

    Just another arm to challenge our young guys in ST. Low risk low reward.
     
    #1 moonsh0t, Jan 27, 2012
  2. bobrek

    bobrek Politics belong in the D & D

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    Yep, if he pans out he becomes a valuable trading chip.
     
    #2 bobrek, Jan 27, 2012
  3. Mr. Clutch

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    Our gm is on a roll with these smart, low cost moves
     
    #3 Mr. Clutch, Jan 27, 2012
  4. Shroopy2

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    Don't like the buy low "upside" moves type like Woody Williams or Kent Bottenfield with a little name recognition(!) to them?
     
    #4 Shroopy2, Jan 27, 2012
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    Whats not to like, there's zero risk involved. Woody Willams isn't a good comparison, we actually paid him substantial money. All of these guys are gonna make next to nothing, thats if they even make the club.
     
    #5 sealclubber1016, Jan 27, 2012
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    Setting up a trade bait for later
     
    #6 edwardc, Jan 27, 2012
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    Lovin the moves, yet another solid vet. Looks like the FO wants to mix vets with the young guys
     
    #7 RedDynasty, Jan 27, 2012
  8. juicystream

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    Doubtful he makes the roster unless a trade happens. Right now our first four is set:

    Wandy
    Myers
    Norris
    Happ

    The 5th starter favorite has to be Jordan Lyles, with ARod, Sosa, and Duke competing for it.
     
    #8 juicystream, Jan 28, 2012
  9. Mattj

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    I wouln't just hand Happ a job. Hot garbage is insulted to be compared to his last season.
     
    #9 Mattj, Jan 28, 2012
  10. No Worries

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    Kyle Weiland is also in the mix.

    By end of spring training, Wandy and Myers could be traded and Happ could be outplayed, so Norris might be the last-man-standing of the above four.
     
    #10 No Worries, Jan 28, 2012
  11. juicystream

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    Happ's job is secure. $2.35 million this year, with no options left. He'll start the season in the rotation barring injury.
     
    #11 juicystream, Jan 28, 2012
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    Se above regarding Happ. We hope Wandy and Myers will be dealt, but I'm less than optimistic they are gone by opening day.
     
    #12 juicystream, Jan 28, 2012
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    Tend to agree with you, but it is not an absolute, Happ could go to pen or be dealt, but he will certainly will get the benefit of the doubt.
     
    #13 Nook, Jan 28, 2012
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    Definitely a low risk move in regards to Duke.

    Did Lyles not earn a spot last year? What's the benefit to having him back in AAA?
     
    #14 leroy, Jan 28, 2012
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  17. htownrox1

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    This move makes the Astros perennial contenders.

    LOL.
     
    #17 htownrox1, Jan 28, 2012
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