That A.J Burnett sweepstakes is certainly getting a little more crazy. If the Braves end up in a bidding war for his services, I'd say allow him to go elsewhere and work on a secondary pitcher. This may not be a win-now-year for Atlanta, although we'd all like it to be.
Outfield wise, you know Jermaine Dye is my pick, but I'm kind of doubting it happens for a number of reasons. I'm thinking there will be an off the radar move that fills this void. But there are a number of free agents who could be a good one year fix and allow the Braves to make a more significant move next year. Wren won't even mess with Burrell or Dunn in all likelyhood.
Definitely hope the Braves are able to bring back Norton. One would think his price could not be any higher than that of super sub Mark Loretta. Seems like Furcal is going to be a pricey signing wherever he goes, which may just be back to the Dodgers.
As far as the pen goes, I think Ohman's return - or maybe taking a look at Joe Biemel - would be a good move. But after last year, I expect very little in the way of performance from Rafael Soriano. Of course, his walk year is a big deal for his career and his next contract.
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Outfield wise, you know Jermaine Dye is my pick, but I'm kind of doubting it happens for a number of reasons. I'm thinking there will be an off the radar move that fills this void. But there are a number of free agents who could be a good one year fix and allow the Braves to make a more significant move next year. Wren won't even mess with Burrell or Dunn in all likelyhood.
Definitely hope the Braves are able to bring back Norton. One would think his price could not be any higher than that of super sub Mark Loretta. Seems like Furcal is going to be a pricey signing wherever he goes, which may just be back to the Dodgers.
As far as the pen goes, I think Ohman's return - or maybe taking a look at Joe Biemel - would be a good move. But after last year, I expect very little in the way of performance from Rafael Soriano. Of course, his walk year is a big deal for his career and his next contract.