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Magneto2.0 wrote:There's nothing dumb about adding Hosmer.

there's a lot dumb about it

Bernie’s article about Hosmer opened my eyes. I’m a hard pass on Hosmer.

InvincibleCakeEater wrote:

Magneto2.0 wrote:There's nothing dumb about adding Hosmer.

there's a lot dumb about it

Like?

Obviously I’m talking about a realistic deal. Not 7 years but 4/80-100. I’m down even if we have to throw in a 5th year I’m not completely against it.

I'm wondering if the interest -- if it truly exists -- comes from the Cardinals thinking they can get Hosmer to change his swing just enough that he elevates the ball more. As is, only two players hit a lower percentage of fly balls than Hosmer, but it's clear the power is there. I don't know. Hosmer at his worst, like 2016 and 2014, is a bad player. It would be an expensive gamble.

I cringe when I hear about swing changes. I know its been done. But that's also a huge gamble.

Farewell Friends wrote:I'm wondering if the interest -- if it truly exists -- comes from the Cardinals thinking they can get Hosmer to change his swing just enough that he elevates the ball more. As is, only two players hit a lower percentage of fly balls than Hosmer, but it's clear the power is there. I don't know. Hosmer at his worst, like 2016 and 2014, is a bad player. It would be an expensive gamble.

I'm sure every hitting coach that has worked with Jason Heyward has said the same thing.

Probably, but Hosmer's mechanics aren't as funky. I just don't buy that he has turned a corner.

I'd prefer they not sign Hosmer or Moose; unless it was to a one year deal. I know it probably won't happen; but I would rather they spend the money next offseason on one of the big free agents like Machado. Signing one of these guys to a multi-year deal this offseason effectively gives them an out from being competitive in next offseason's bidding war.

That; plus the fact that Hosmer doesn't really get us there. Donaldson for a year; or someone else that won't break the bank; makes more sense to me.