The Angels are telling teams they are willing to trade C.J. Wilson.

[Chuck]

USA Today's Bob Nightengale reports that the Angels are telling teams they are willing to trade C.J. Wilson.

Well, that's no surprise. Wilson is owed $20 million in 2016 and had elbow surgery in August, so it remains to be seen how much actual interest there will be in him. The Angels would likely have to absorb some of the left-hander's contract in order to move him.

 

 

Source: Bob Nightengale on Twitter

 

[ELEVEN]

Selling low. Like the clubhouse demands they move him now?

[totdprods]

I think they'd be fine selling low on him if they can clear the salary. They've been clearing so much salary I'm actually wondering if they are thinking of signing two major FAs.

Edited December 7, 2015 by totdprods

[Thomas]

Did they really need to announce that?

 

In related news I am willing to accept money on my paypal account. PM me for details.

[nikkachez]

I think they'd be fine selling low on him if they can clear the salary. They've been clearing so much salary I'm actually wondering if they are thinking of signing two major FAs.

Trade CJ, get as much salary relief as possible, get at least a decent piece back, trade Hector for another piece, then sign Heyward and a starting pitcher? Trading CJ and Hector could free up $13-$16 million. 

[fan_since79]

PLEASE get it done as quickly as possible. I can't take any more 50-pitch innings right after we take a five-run lead.

 

I was at the game where he did that. We eventually won it, thanks to Trout.

[DMVol]

I think they'd be fine selling low on him if they can clear the salary. They've been clearing so much salary I'm actually wondering if they are thinking of signing two major FAs.

I think they'd gladly give him away f they could clear his salary....but they can't, at least not until he proves he can still pitch....which is why I don't get this....sounds almost like Hamilton...got to get him outta here, no matter what....I'd hold him until spring and see what he can do then...somebody will have an injury or need a starter then....

[Ohtaniland]

USA Today's Bob Nightengale reports that the Angels are telling teams they are willing to trade C.J. Wilson.

Well, that's no surprise. Wilson is owed $20 million in 2016 and had elbow surgery in August, so it remains to be seen how much actual interest there will be in him. The Angels would likely have to absorb some of the left-hander's contract in order to move him.

Source: Bob Nightengale on Twitter

This is consistent with what I've said all along. Eppler has to dump salary before any new big splash is signed. Arte will probably hold tight until that's done. if we can't move some salary look for mid-level free agents or trades.

[totdprods]

Trade CJ, get as much salary relief as possible, get at least a decent piece back, trade Hector for another piece, then sign Heyward and a starting pitcher? Trading CJ and Hector could free up $13-$16 million.

Could make room for Heyward and Chen. That'd give the Angels anywhere from $29m to $38m to spend before the tax.

Or they could sign two big bats. They may see all the defensive upgrades as an indirect way of upgrading the pitching.

Edited December 7, 2015 by totdprods

[laagamer]

Bears shit in woods.

[Stradling]

This is consistent with what I've said all along. Eppler has to dump salary before any new big splash is signed. Arte will probably hold tight until that's done. if we can't move some salary look for mid-level free agents or trades.

I am an excellent driver.

[Cdaniel]

I am an excellent driver.

Kmart. I get my underware at kmart

[tdawg87]

Is Judge Wapner still a thing?

[Erstad Grit]

if Jeff smardzja (sp) is worth 5/90 then cj at 1/20 isn't too crazy.

[IEAngelsfan]

if Jeff smardzja (sp) is worth 5/90 then cj at 1/20 isn't too crazy.

Yup,

 

Based on the crazy market, they may be able to find a team willing to take on a majority of his salary.

[AngelsLakersFan]

I like the idea of trading CJ, but I'm pretty sure I'd end up disappointed with the actual deal we get. CJ is probably a good bet to be decent next year, he's been good following these procedures before. 

 

Trading him will probably only result in us clearing a little payroll, since I'm sure we'll have to pay some of it.

[DMVol]

if Jeff smardzja (sp) is worth 5/90 then cj at 1/20 isn't too crazy.

It isn't too crazy, but only if he can still pitch....If I'm the GM who trades for CJ and his arm is a wet noddle this spring, I'd hate to answer to my owner...unless the Angels agreed to assume damn near all of his contract, like Hamilton...

Edited December 7, 2015 by DMVol

[nate]

If they traded him it would certainly make the team more bearable next season.  Even if they are worse.

[Turd Ferguson]

And I want everyone to know that I'm willing to marry Kate Upton.

[2112]

Kmart. I get my underware at kmart

 

Does it have the day of the week on it?

 

Always interesting getting to a girl's panties on a Friday that say Tuesday....

[bloodbrother]

PLEASE get it done as quickly as possible. I can't take any more 50-pitch innings right after we take a five-run lead.

 

I was at the game where he did that. We eventually won it, thanks to Trout.

 

Angels would still have Santiago to do that

[Troll Daddy]

To be expected ... doubtful he'll be traded until ST gets started. Although, it's a fairly routine surgery and should be stronger next season.

I'd be disappointed if the Angels paid more than $5M of his salary.

[tdawg87]

Angels would still have Santiago to do that

 

Yes. The spirit will always live on.

[Stradling]

To be expected ... doubtful he'll be traded until ST gets started. Although, it's a fairly routine surgery and should be stronger next season.

I'd be disappointed if the Angels paid more than $5M of his salary.

Be prepared to be disappointed. While I agree there's a chance to get a higher return in Spring Training I kind of assume most teams have their budget set by then.

[Troll Daddy]

Be prepared to be disappointed. While I agree there's a chance to get a higher return in Spring Training I kind of assume most teams have their budget set by then.

There will be many teams left looking for pitching after its all said and done.

I'll predict the Yankees will trade for him.