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Originally Posted by Arles
The DBacks saying their hitting is why they win would be akin to the Yankees saying they win on the back of their starting 5. Unlike the Yankees, the DBacks have limited resources and chosen to spend it on a very solid starting 4 rotation and bullpen. That means that just two players in their starting lineup (Byrnes and Hudson) make more than $2 million. With that many young guys, they feel it's best to put the vets in the 2-3 spot instead of higher talent guys that are younger. I don't think it's a terrible theory, to be honest. Still, with guys like Chris Young, Upton, Stephen Drew, Jackson and Reynolds - the Dbacks have a pretty solid offense with a ton of upside.
Then again, maybe the DBacks are crazy for investing $15 million on a starting rotation of Webb, Haren and Doug Davis for 2008 instead of paying that same amount to Adam Dunn and having a better #3 hitter.  |
It isn't like I was attacking Arizona for their moves. Dude, read that initial post that got Lathum all bitchy to begin with. I said I like the club! But in terms of championship success, Byrnes being the best hitter on the club (in terms of lineup placement) is the biggest red flag. That is it! Jesus! I didn't say anything to suggest otherwise.
