Seattle Mariners

[jaggles82]

because his production has dropped significantly

[PNovak]

So what do you guys think of the off season so far? I can see the M's being a 90 win club this year. We still need a bat or two but for the most part we have improved about 5-10 games if we can get a 30+ HR bat in the lineup.

[jaggles82]

have the mariners resigned beltre/branyan yet? Haven't been paying much attention lately. I think we made a good move in getting rid of silva for bradley.

[Sharkweather]

Nah, Beltre is gone.

Replaced him with Figgins.

[PNovak]

Neither Beltre nor Branyan are signed. Beltre is still an option if his asking price comes down. I too like the Bradley deal. I see him being a .280 25 90 hitter for us.

[jaggles82]

your right beltre is as good as gone and now we get kotchman. I'd take my chances on Branyan than this bum.

[jaggles82]

gave up bill hall and a prospect for kotchman. Kotchman will probably take over at first and branyan to dh when Griffey gets hurt this year.

[Bomberooski]

Bill Hall for Kotchman was a great deal. I don't know how Jack Z does it in these trade meetings but he's a magician of sorts.

[Bomberooski]

I know he's getting older and washed up but I am still semi pissed that Vlad is going to Texas. Really wanted him to get out of the Division.

[jaggles82]

vlad is dropping off, although he fills byrd's spot

[Golden Taters]

I wonder where Josh Fields will be come opening day.

[jaggles82]

hopefully anchoring the bullpen down when aardsma blows it

[PNovak]

Ryan Garko huh? Could be a nice surprise this season.

[jaggles82]

Eric Byrnes too, probably just cannon fodder hopefully

[Golden Taters]

Wonder what are team chemistry will be like this year. We got rid of all the minorities and brought in a bunch of white people.