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Originally Posted by lollipopcurve
As I noted, teams like the Reds have to take risks on all kinds of players.
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No they don't. In fact, this organization needs to minimize those risks. Bad contracts add up for a mid-tier payroll team. When they spend, they need to spend wisely.
IMO, in recent history, this organization has been foolish, and somewhat rash, in handing out
unnecessary (and ill-advised) contracts (or extensions) on average-to-marginal players who somehow "momentarily shined" when their career numbers dictated otherwise.
I'm sure others can add to the list; but three come to mind right off the top of my head....
Bronson Arroyo
Ryan Freel
David Ross
And I'll even add a 4th because I know some would want him included....Gonzo
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Originally Posted by lollipopcurve
So long as he holds up physically this year, you won't get him unless you go multiple years. The issue with Hairston is his durability. You have to keep him rested.
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The that alone shows he isn't worth a multiple year contract.