Neil Walker?

[totdprods]

Walker as a switch-hitter leading off followed by Heyward would be pretty sweet.

[Tank]

"Given that the division rivals were said to be looking at Zobrist primarily as a second baseman, Walker represents a less-versatile, less-accomplished, but younger alternative. The 30-year-old is also a switch hitter, though he’s been far better against righties than lefties."

 

 

not exactly the glowing report i was looking for. "hey, let's get this guy who isn't as good." "deal!"

[totdprods]

"Given that the division rivals were said to be looking at Zobrist primarily as a second baseman, Walker represents a less-versatile, less-accomplished, but younger alternative. The 30-year-old is also a switch hitter, though he’s been far better against righties than lefties."

 

 

not exactly the glowing report i was looking for. "hey, let's get this guy who isn't as good." "deal!"

 

Neil Walker would be a fantastic get at second. 

[CanadianHalo]

Rather have Schoop

[tdawg87]

Rather have Schoop

 

....why?

[bloodbrother]

Rather have Schoop

 

2.8% BB%

24.6% K%

 

Disastrous approach at the plate. All you're left with is a .240-.250 hitter with a sub .300 OBP% who bats right-handed. Angels have enough poor OBP% Right-handed hitters.

[CanadianHalo]

....why?

It's just an age thing for me, a lot will depend on what we do for other positions though.

Assuming we aren't going to let Kubitza/Cowart dick around on 3rd all year I'm guessing we end up with a Freese type older guy at 3rd. Maybe even Daniel Murphy who knows but unless Eppler surprises everyone and signs Heyward, I'm guessing we go Cespedes in LF and he's 30 as well. I'd like someone young paired up the middle with Simmons so they can build chemistry and grow together for years to come. This team is slowly starting to build a nice foundation with guys like Richards, Heaney, Trout, Simmons and Calhoun. I'd like to see them continue that trend.

I know Schoop missed a bunch of games last year but he did have a higher BA than Walker. He's only 24 and would have to think he's only going to get better

Edited December 9, 2015 by CanadianHalo

[Second Base]

I called this a couple weeks ago and recommended either Gott, Shoemaker or Santiago (if it's part of a larger deal). At any rate, the Angels will use pitching, and chances are they'll be paying several years of a pitcher for one of a 2B.

Shoemaker for Walker makes the most sense, and that's specifically what I predicted.

[Docwaukee]

As for the Angels, it’s not clear which of several possible players could make the most sense. Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times suggests on Twitter that Hector Santiago would make for a “good fit” in Pittsburgh, but I’d have to think the Bucs would need to add to Walker to pry him free. Meanwhile, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review notes in a tweet that C.J. Wilson could be a part of a trade, though he notes that the Halos would have to add cash for that to line up.

 

 

yes please.  

[Turd Ferguson]

I'd rather use CJ for this type of deal, even if it means eating some cash. Would leave us with Santiago or Shoe to fill another hole. 

[tdawg87]

If they could send CJ + 10 million to Pitt for Walker that would be pretty amazing tbh.

[bloodbrother]

Adam Rubin ‏@AdamRubinESPN

#Mets-#Pirates talking trade involving Neil Walker and Jon Niese, according to Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

 

Buster Olney ‏@Buster_ESPN

Jon Niese's contract: makes $9m in 2016, and has team options of $10 million 2017, $11m '18, w/ $500K buyout.

 

 

 

Is Niese really any better(if at all) than CJ or Santiago? I don't think so

Edited December 9, 2015 by bloodbrother

[The_Outrunner]

Pit is looking at the Mets for Niese, I'd try and send CJ+Cash or Shoe to Pits for Walker

[totdprods]

Santiago seems he'd be a better return than Niese - which makes me think the Angels weren't willing to part. Probably pushing CJ to them more.

[marcosantinia12]

 "Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times suggests on Twitter that Hector Santiago would make for a “good fit” in Pittsburgh, but I’d have to think the Bucs would need to add to Walker to pry him free."

-MLBTR

So...
 

Neil Walker 
John Holdzkom
Stephen Tarpley

for 

Hector Santiago
Johnny Giavotella

No need for Gio if we get Neil Walker (Pennington as back up). Pirates could use him for depth though.
We also would get 2 RP prospects, 1 ML ready and a lefty with upside.

[halosfan1970]

Hector Santiago for Neil Walker one-for-one is an overpay. There are other options available. Asdrubal Cabrera is a FA, and he profiles similarly to Walker.

[Turd Ferguson]

Odd approach so far. Seems like we are dabbling a lot but really in on nothing. With as many holes as we have to fill, we better we moving or are going to left in the dust.

[totdprods]

Odd approach so far. Seems like we are dabbling a lot but really in on nothing. With as many holes as we have to fill, we better we moving or are going to left in the dust.

 

Could be there is a lot of focus on one really big piece like Heyward or Upton. Someone that will tie up a lot of the money and is also critical to the offseason's needs, and they plan on filling the gaps cheaply later.

[marcosantinia12]

Hector Santiago for Neil Walker one-for-one is an overpay. There are other options available. Asdrubal Cabrera is a FA, and he profiles similarly to Walker.

I like this possibility as well

[tdawg87]

Santiago and CJ for Walker and Cutch

 

Get r' done Dipoto

[Chuck]

C.J. Wilson for Walker. 

[The_Outrunner]

I don't know if I'm just anxious for moves to be made, but I feel like we're just spinning our tires in mud so far 

[totdprods]

I don't know if I'm just anxious for moves to be made, but I feel like we're just spinning our tires in mud so far 

Aside from Dipoto and the D'Backs, it's been quiet for most teams.

 

Sounds like the Angels are still in mix for Orioles. Pirates probably trying to get each team to up the offer.

[bloodbrother]

Santiago

Gott

Pujols walking boot

CJ Wilson signed 8x10 photo

 

for

 

Walker

Starling Marte

[nate]

Santiago and CJ for Walker and Cutch

 

Get r' done Dipoto

 

oh man, Cutch and Trout in the same OF would be so pornographic.