Benson to KC - Page 2

Archie Bunker · 09:36 PM

According the Gammons the Royals are trading Affeldt and MacDougal to the Mets for Kris Benson.

I cant wait for his wife to hit the town.

http://www.rotoworld.com/

ESPN's Peter Gammons is reporting that Kris Benson is on his way to the Royals for Jeremy Affeldt and Mike MacDougal.
Metsblog.com's Matthew Cerrone says it might be a prospect instead of MacDougal along with Affledt. The Royals can't give up both relievers for the right to pay Benson $15 million over the next two years.

Sure-Oz · 12-06-2005, 10:25 PM

according to kcroyals.com we may be close to getting jacque jones too, we might actually get 2 more wins against the twins if thats the case!!!!!!!!!!!111111111wone!11

tk13 · 12-06-2005, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by ChiTown

Wow

So the Royals look like they are going to go with Sisco and Burgos as their closers. I'm ok with that, especially if Nunez can figure out how to get some control. We need to find a good 7-8-9 combination like we had with Burgos-Sisco-Mac

People obviously think very highly of Sisco and Burgos. Allard supposedly kept throwing Mac and Affeldt at the Marlins for Luis Castillo... trying to get a leadoff/2B... and the Marlins refused, said they wanted Sisco or Burgos.

Eleazar · 12-06-2005, 10:29 PM

Archie Bunker · 12-06-2005, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Sure-Oz

according to kcroyals.com we may be close to getting jacque jones too, we might actually get 2 more wins against the twins if thats the case!!!!!!!!!!!111111111wone!11

I can live with a Brown, Dejesus, and Jones OF.

If all these moves actually happens I like what Baird has done. Jones is solid, Benson still has a lot of potential, Pratt is a top backup catcher, and Dessens is a good swingman. I dont know much about Miles from Colorado so if anyone can clue me in feel free.

Just need another starter and maybe the Royals can win 75 or 80 games this year. Not great but its a start.

Pitt Gorilla · 12-06-2005, 10:35 PM

Start printing playoff tickets!!!wun1!
/obligatory.

Eleazar · 12-06-2005, 10:38 PM

I like this deal.

Affedlt particularly hasn't really been able to define a role for himself on a bad pitching staff even when used in a lot of different spots. I don't think Macdougal is ever going to be a guy that a contending team can rely on as a closer. And we need starting pitching help in the worst way.

I think Sisco and Burgos could turn into a decent punch from the bullpen, and both guys have several years less on the odometer than the ones leaving.

Getting younger while not giving up much in the way of potential, and adding a guy who should help in the rotation. What's not to like?

Archie Bunker · 12-06-2005, 10:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Cochise

I like this deal.

Affedlt particularly hasn't really been able to define a role for himself on a bad pitching staff even when used in a lot of different spots. I don't think Macdougal is ever going to be a guy that a contending team can rely on as a closer. And we need starting pitching help in the worst way.

MacDougal in NY is a meltdown waiting to happen. I agree I like this deal.

ChiefsCountry · 12-06-2005, 10:40 PM

Baird and Glass bring Benson in so they can showcase his wife and more people will buy tix just to see her.

**ChiTown** · 12-06-2005, 10:49 PM

Remaining Needs
1. 2b - I'm not comfortable with any of our options right now. It's a glaring weakness that needs to be addressed this Winter

2. OF - Jones would fit the bill just fine, but I wouldn't mind a natural LF vs. another RF.

3. Another Starter. I'm ok with Greinke, Hernandez and Howell. With the addition of Benson, it would be nice to find another arm out there, preferably a hard throwing Lefty

4. Back-up Catcher. I'm not talking about a 40 yr old door stop. I'm talking about someone who can put some pressure on Buck. That's probably a pipe dream, but it's a need for sure.

5. A leadoff hitter - I don't care what position, just find a guy with a little speed who can find a way to get on base.

kcfanXIII · 12-06-2005, 10:50 PM

at the price of starting pitching right now, affeldt and a prospect, or macdougal and a prospect sound good. but not both, the expierience coming out of the bull pen is important. i like mac, we just don't give him enough chances, what was his save % under bell?

Eleazar · 12-06-2005, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Archie Bunker

MacDougal in NY is a meltdown waiting to happen. I agree I like this deal.

Seems like the Mets are looking to lighten their salary a little bit and will take a flyer on project players like Mac to do it.

I doubt if he will see any of Shea without some growing-up.

Halfcan · 12-06-2005, 10:52 PM

I thought Benson was a black butler?

Eleazar · 12-06-2005, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by ChiTown

5. A leadoff hitter - I don't care what position, just find a guy with a little speed who can find a way to get on base.

Castillo would have been nice. I wish there was some way we could still get him.

**Reaper16** · 12-06-2005, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Cochise

Castillo would have been nice. I wish there was some way we could still get him.

The Twins won't trade him in-division.

Eleazar · 12-06-2005, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Reaper16

The Twins won't trade him in-division.

I know, hence the I wish...

12-06-2005, 09:11 PM
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Eleazar Beyond the Rapids Join Date: May 2003 Location: Langley, VA Casino cash: $-370000	I like this deal. Affedlt particularly hasn't really been able to define a role for himself on a bad pitching staff even when used in a lot of different spots. I don't think Macdougal is ever going to be a guy that a contending team can rely on as a closer. And we need starting pitching help in the worst way. I think Sisco and Burgos could turn into a decent punch from the bullpen, and both guys have several years less on the odometer than the ones leaving. Getting younger while not giving up much in the way of potential, and adding a guy who should help in the rotation. What's not to like?
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ChiTown Stroking to the SB Champs! Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Flatlands of Kansas Casino cash: $3283962	Remaining Needs 1. 2b - I'm not comfortable with any of our options right now. It's a glaring weakness that needs to be addressed this Winter 2. OF - Jones would fit the bill just fine, but I wouldn't mind a natural LF vs. another RF. 3. Another Starter. I'm ok with Greinke, Hernandez and Howell. With the addition of Benson, it would be nice to find another arm out there, preferably a hard throwing Lefty 4. Back-up Catcher. I'm not talking about a 40 yr old door stop. I'm talking about someone who can put some pressure on Buck. That's probably a pipe dream, but it's a need for sure. 5. A leadoff hitter - I don't care what position, just find a guy with a little speed who can find a way to get on base. __________________
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