08-01-2016, 12:39 PM
Quote:My issue with that description is with the term "too much," which is a relative term. If you characterize "too much" as more than you would have liked to have paid, I agree. If you characterize it as more than the market demanded, I disagree. Assuming the former, I think reasonable people can differ over whether this was worth the price, given that it was what the market demanded.
That is the thing to remember. The market price was high. Hell, look what Cleveland just gave up for Miller. Yes, I know Miller still has two years left on his contract so its a little different. But, Cleveland gave up their 1st round picks from 13 and 14 for Miller. Plus, Frazier is at AAA and on the verge of being ready. The Cubs gave up a guy that is still at least 2 years away. The price for stud late inning relievers is high. Its the price of doing business.
I also would like to say that whether you like the trade or not, you can't deny it has solidified our bullpen. Take last night for example. Without that trade we are looking at Richard pitching at some point in that game instead of Chapman. Think about that for a second.