Would You Do Kemp For Griffey? - RedsZone.com - Cincinnati Reds Fans' Home for Baseball Discussion

RedLegSuperStar · 09-26-2007, 10:25 PM

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Dodgers Willing To Trade Matt Kemp?

Matt Kemp is an incredibly valuable player. Some would argue he's worth more than $50MM over the next three seasons of his career, and he'll cost a few million bucks. Then there's Bill Plaschke, who feels Kemp's power and speed "have been negated by silly at-bats and baserunning mistakes." By my calculation Kemp would have to make 742 baserunning mistakes per year to negate his .331/.364/.509 line.

Plaschke has insider sources indicating that the Dodgers think their best chance to win would be to trade a very good young player like Kemp for a veteran. U.S.S. Mariner recently noted just how dangerous the Dodgers' recent brand of "pro-veteran entitlement" can be.

The question then becomes: which teams match up for Kemp? The Dodgers seem to want a veteran position player, and I imagine the guy would have to be under contract for at least two seasons and probably three. Third base and the outfield corners might be the openings.

Third basemen who could work include Eric Chavez, Troy Glaus, and Scott Rolen. I assume Garrett Atkins is too young. Miguel Tejada could work here also. In the outfield maybe Ken Griffey Jr. or David DeJesus would fit. Dodger fans - do you have confidence in Ned Colletti to spin Kemp into an equally valuable veteran?

RedsManRick · 09-26-2007, 10:29 PM

I don't think I could possibly sign the papers quickly enough.

pedro · 09-26-2007, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by RedsManRick

I don't think I could possibly sign the papers quickly enough.

no kidding.

RedLegSuperStar · 09-26-2007, 10:30 PM

Personally I would like to see Kemp, Broxton, and Meloan for Dunn (+ cash), Freel, Coffey, and Majewski

RedLegSuperStar · 09-26-2007, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by RedsManRick

I don't think I could possibly sign the papers quickly enough.

but I wouldn't say no to that deal by no means

Chip R · 09-26-2007, 10:39 PM

I don't think anyone is stupid enough to do that deal.

pedro · 09-27-2007, 02:51 AM

you know as much as I like ken Griffey I'm not sure if I'd do Matt Kemp for him.

mth123 · 09-27-2007, 05:27 AM

Yes.

I'd also accept millions of dollars if some one were to give it to me for no reason and with no olbligation on my part.

I'd say yes to free medical treatment from the top doctors in the world who would travel to me whenever needed.

I'd say yes to eternal youth and good health coupled with fortune and good looks with no obligation on my part.

Trading Griffey for Kemp is a no brainer as obvious as the examples above from the Reds' perspective. There is really no reason to say no.

RedsBaron · 09-27-2007, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by RedsManRick

I don't think I could possibly sign the papers quickly enough.

I agree.

Heath · 09-27-2007, 07:23 AM

Griffey has to sign the papers, however. He's 10-5 you know.

If he's going anywhere, its Atlanta.

919191 · 09-27-2007, 08:18 AM

Maybe it's because I have been up all night at work, and by eyes are in need of sleep, but when I saw the title of this thread I saw "Hemp" instead of "Kemp". I thought not for him, but maybe with him.

Johnny Footstool · 09-27-2007, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by pedro

you know as much as I like ken Griffey I'm not sure if I'd do Matt Kemp for him.

Unassisted · 09-27-2007, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Heath

Griffey has to sign the papers, however. He's 10-5 you know.

If he's going anywhere, its Atlanta.

I agree. L.A. is too far from his home in FL.

KronoRed · 09-27-2007, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Heath

Griffey has to sign the papers, however. He's 10-5 you know.

If he's going anywhere, its Atlanta.

Really can't see that trade happening, they do not have the DH.

flyer85 · 09-27-2007, 04:18 PM

The only place I can see Jr going is back to Seattle.

09-26-2007, 10:29 PM	#2
RedsManRick Stat Wanker Hodiernus Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 14,910	Re: Would You Do Kemp For Griffey? I don't think I could possibly sign the papers quickly enough. __________________ Games are won on run differential -- scoring more than your opponent. Runs are runs, scored or prevented they all count the same. Worry about scoring more and allowing fewer, not which positions contribute to which side of the equation or how "consistent" you are at your current level of performance.

09-26-2007, 10:30 PM	#4
RedLegSuperStar Greatness In The Making Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 4,078	Re: Would You Do Kemp For Griffey? Personally I would like to see Kemp, Broxton, and Meloan for Dunn (+ cash), Freel, Coffey, and Majewski __________________ "I could watch video of Griffey swinging all day. It's like baseball porn." - C. Trent Rosecrans 2008 Reds Record When I Attend: 9W - 5L 2009 Reds Record When I Attend: 1W - 2L 2010 Reds Record When I Attend: 1W - 0L 2011 Reds Record When I Attend: 0W - 1L

09-26-2007, 10:39 PM	#6
Chip R Rally Onion! Join Date: May 2000 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 33,211	Re: Would You Do Kemp For Griffey? I don't think anyone is stupid enough to do that deal. __________________ The Rally Onion wants 150 fans before Opening Day. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rally-...24872650873160

09-27-2007, 02:51 AM	#7
pedro Please come again Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: portland, oregon Posts: 14,716	Re: Would You Do Kemp For Griffey? you know as much as I like ken Griffey I'm not sure if I'd do Matt Kemp for him. __________________ Get your nunchucks and the keys to your dad's car. I know where we can get a gun

09-27-2007, 05:27 AM	#8
mth123 The Big Dog Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 12,660	Re: Would You Do Kemp For Griffey? Yes. I'd also accept millions of dollars if some one were to give it to me for no reason and with no olbligation on my part. I'd say yes to free medical treatment from the top doctors in the world who would travel to me whenever needed. I'd say yes to eternal youth and good health coupled with fortune and good looks with no obligation on my part. Trading Griffey for Kemp is a no brainer as obvious as the examples above from the Reds' perspective. There is really no reason to say no. __________________ "All I can tell them is pick a good one and sock it." --BABE RUTH Having better players makes "the right time" or "the big hit" happen a lot more often. PLUS PLUS

09-27-2007, 07:23 AM	#10
Heath This one's for you Edd Join Date: May 2005 Location: Dayton Area Posts: 8,471	Re: Would You Do Kemp For Griffey? Griffey has to sign the papers, however. He's 10-5 you know. If he's going anywhere, its Atlanta. __________________ Some people play baseball. Baseball plays Jay Bruce.

09-27-2007, 08:18 AM	#11
919191 Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: the corner bar Posts: 3,746	Re: Would You Do Kemp For Griffey? Maybe it's because I have been up all night at work, and by eyes are in need of sleep, but when I saw the title of this thread I saw "Hemp" instead of "Kemp". I thought not for him, but maybe with him. __________________ I've been to dinner at Jimmy Buffet's house, and I've eaten it at a homeless shelter. And there's great joy and harrowing terror to be found in both places. -Todd Snider

09-27-2007, 04:18 PM	#15
flyer85 He has the Evil Eye! Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: south of the border Posts: 23,858	Re: Would You Do Kemp For Griffey? The only place I can see Jr going is back to Seattle. __________________ What are you, people? On dope? - Mr Hand

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