06-17-2021, 09:56 AM
(06-17-2021, 09:17 AM)StepBackJay Wrote: Basically I am saying you sort of hollow out the middle. Go big on the guys you think are real difference makers but otherwise you should be trying to piece together value contracts for role guys.The argument for this sounds eminently reasonable on paper.
However, I will note that this has been the team's strategy since the title. Spend big on major signings, and to the extent they don't show up, fill out the roster with guys who are cheap and/or on short contracts, so that they are easily gotten rid of if a better opportunity arises. I do not say you are wrong, just note that this is the philosophy that has led to underwhelming teams for ten years.