Angels acquire Gio Urshela from the Twins for Alejandro Hidalgo (DFA Diaz)

[Warfarin]

 

This would be an intriguing way to upgrade the OF, assuming Walsh (and Rendon) are healthy.  Urshela getting a bulk of starts at 1B, with Walsh swinging out to LF, would seemingly help improve our LF situation.

[Hubs]

Urshela is a good hitter for a lineup that had far too many bad ones last year. I think we're getting the platoon in the OF of Adell and Moniak, and don't expect an OF to be added. I would however, expect them to look at other starter's, specifically Senga, and maybe a guy  like Segura. I think they go with Thaiss and Stassi at Catcher until midseason at least, get O'Hoppe some reps.

[SlappyUtilityMIF]

2 minutes ago, Warfarin said:

 

This would be an intriguing way to upgrade the OF, assuming Walsh (and Rendon) are healthy.  Urshela getting a bulk of starts at 1B, with Walsh swinging out to LF, would seemingly help improve our LF situation.

You're welcome....

1. They need to keep Rendon healthy and on the field (huge Contract Commitment).

2. Roster Flexibility

3. IF Both 1 & 2 work out good. Move Walsh to Left or a platoon with Adell. 

[Docwaukee]

Just now, totdprods said:

Based off some of Perry’s comments, I’m starting to sense this was less of a specific target they had and more of an opportunistic move. They had coaches who liked him, they had a need at corner depth, and they were able to jump in and nab him cheaply before he hit open market. Makes me think money isn’t a huge concern, at least on one-year commitments.

DEPTH!!!

I like this move overall.  The money is a bit steep for a guy who can only really spell a MIFer and not really replace one.  They might try him at those spots a bit more often than I'd probably be comfortable with relative to his defense.  But he covers the corner IF spots for sure and he's a solid bat.  Also wouldn't be surprised if we see him in LF some.  

For those asking where he's gonna play, that has a way of working itself out.  

 

[tdawg87]

Lmao

[Warfarin]

 

So I think this is a great illustration of why someone like Urshela could help so much.  We had so many poor, below replacement level options playing lots of innings last year.  If we can fill out the roster with more solid players, a la Urshela, that will help a TON.

[Taylor]

@Jeff Fletcher We're all blaming you when the Angels don't sign Correa.

[Docwaukee]

1 minute ago, tdawg87 said:

Lmao

[totdprods]

1 minute ago, Docwaukee said:

 

[Taylor]

1 hour ago, m0nkey said:

Never heard of Alejandro Hidalgo.  

Save me 2 seconds of googling, is he anyone good?

Probably not, but as soon as he strings together two consecutive solid appearances half the board will declare the Twins won the trade.

[greginpsca]

A Rob Quinlan type. Back up 1b& 3b. If Rendon goes down he plays 3b. Or he can platoon at 1b with Walsh.

[Docwaukee]

If things hold true to form, he's gonna get 500 plate appearances.   If he only gets 300 it means he got injured or everything with the lineup pretty much went according to plan.  

[Erstad Grit]

If he's a depth piece I'm pretty excited.  

[Angel Oracle]

54 minutes ago, mmc said:

 

Anything to keep Walsh on the bench against LHP.

[Pancake Bear]

2 minutes ago, Angel Oracle said:

Anything to keep Walsh on the bench against LHP.

Yup. This is a move that provides depth for corner infield and a much needed platoon for 1B even if Walsh is healthy and productive. 

[Deek]

20 minutes ago, greginpsca said:

A Rob Quinlan type. Back up 1b& 3b. If Rendon goes down he plays 3b. Or he can platoon at 1b with Walsh.

uh... except Gio can actually hit...

[Pancake Bear]

34 minutes ago, Hubs said:

Urshela is a good hitter for a lineup that had far too many bad ones last year. I think we're getting the platoon in the OF of Adell and Moniak, and don't expect an OF to be added. I would however, expect them to look at other starter's, specifically Senga, and maybe a guy  like Segura. I think they go with Thaiss and Stassi at Catcher until midseason at least, get O'Hoppe some reps.

Considering they're were looking for two positions (SS and LF) before and this is neither of them (Minasian said he doesn't see Urshela primarily as a SS), I think it's safe to say they're either making a trade to clear payroll or the budget is going up at least slightly. 

[Angel Oracle]

38 minutes ago, Hubs said:

Urshela is a good hitter for a lineup that had far too many bad ones last year. I think we're getting the platoon in the OF of Adell and Moniak, and don't expect an OF to be added. I would however, expect them to look at other starter's, specifically Senga, and maybe a guy  like Segura. I think they go with Thaiss and Stassi at Catcher until midseason at least, get O'Hoppe some reps.

Could still gamble and bring in Conforto, assuming he’s healthy?

[Pancake Bear]

2 minutes ago, Angel Oracle said:

Could still gamble and bring in Conforto, assuming he’s healthy?

It's possible we're done in the infield, but I see zero chance of standing pat in the outfield. Adell is worthless and Moniak isn't ready to be handed an everyday spot.

[ten ocho recon scout]

1 hour ago, mmc said:

 

"Rendon and Walsh are both healthy now"

 

[Stradling]

This is a great move because most of us saw a need at corner infield to create some depth.  

[Warfarin]

17 minutes ago, Pancake Bear said:

Considering they're were looking for two positions (SS and LF) before and this is neither of them (Minasian said he doesn't see Urshela primarily as a SS), I think it's safe to say they're either making a trade to clear payroll or the budget is going up at least slightly. 

Given Arte operates in complete secrecy, and he tends to try to get deals done quickly, is it possible that he actually has some sort of agreement already with the new owner, who has green-lighted the ability to raise payroll?  Or is that too far fetched to think?

[ten ocho recon scout]

I'm going to file the "he's buddies with Correa" thing under the file of "stassi and Cole like each other". But Correa would actually be a pretty decent move. 

He could solve SS, and eventually replace Rendon at 3B with Rendon to 1B down the road.

I really would hate to see the team blow their wad money wise on someone and not be able to afford Shohei. Then again, I'd hate to see us miss out on bringing in good players to save money for Shohei, then to see him walk away anyway.

I'm not saying Correa is the guy to get. But I think a better team around Ohtani is the best bet to convincing him to stay.

We just have to clarify to Ohtani that it's "Correa", not "Korea", so there won't be any awkward WW2 feelings in the clubhouse.

 

[totdprods]

18 minutes ago, Pancake Bear said:

Considering they're were looking for two positions (SS and LF) before and this is neither of them (Minasian said he doesn't see Urshela primarily as a SS), I think it's safe to say they're either making a trade to clear payroll or the budget is going up at least slightly. 

There’s not much payroll to trade aside from Ohtani…can’t see Rendon or Trout going anywhere, Ohtani won’t get dealt before new owner (think they’re dangling him as a carrot for new owner to make a big entrance to fanbase).

Fletcher, Loup, Stassi, Tepera…dealing them won’t help much. 

Truly think Arte is gonna prop up payroll this year. Why not? He’s gonna make huge profit and it won’t hurt new owners if he limits it to one-year commits or relatively painless deals like Anderson. Last shot at a ring.

[ten ocho recon scout]

1 minute ago, totdprods said:

There’s not much payroll to trade aside from Ohtani…can’t see Rendon or Trout going anywhere, Ohtani won’t get dealt before new owner (think they’re dangling him as a carrot for new owner to make a big entrance to fanbase).

Fletcher, Loup, Stassi, Tepera…dealing them won’t help much. 

Truly think Arte is gonna prop up payroll this year. Why not? He’s gonna make huge profit and it won’t hurt new owners if he limits it to one-year commits or relatively painless deals like Anderson. Last shot at a ring.

It would be nice if he delivers a WS before selling, a la Disney when he bought.