According to Jack Curry of the New York Times, the Mets have offered Derek Lowe a three-year deal worth about $36 million.
“The Mets have offered the free-agent pitcher Derek Lowe a three-year contract for about $36 million, according to people who have been briefed on the discussions.”
Scott Boras did not comment specifically on the offer, but rather said, “Obviously, we’ve taken offers from a number of teams.” Boras said he was still in the process of establishing Lowe’s market.
“Lowe is believed to be seeking a five-year, $90 million deal.”
Hopefully, Omar Minaya goes out and gets an additional starting pitcher to further solidify the rotation.
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good, hopefully he’ll sign soon.
We got K-Rod to come down to play for us, why not Lowe? I like the idea of inserting him in at #4 (for now), and hopefully #5 if we also offer a contract to Ollie. A Johan-Pelf-Maine-Ollie-Lowe rotation is pretty solid…especially with Putz and K-Rod behind them.
Why would you put Lowe in the #5 slot?
In our rotation Lowe would be #2
Why would Lowe be 5?
Really, he’s a 2/3 starter.
If Omar signs Ollie or someone else, we’d have the best rotation in the Majors.
Can someone explain to me the significance of numbering the pitchers. I realize that Santana is the best so he’s no. 1, but after the first series or two, does it matter what number is applied.
I never fully understood this discussion.
Thanks…..
If memory serves me I remember hearing the men in the booth say last year the rotation order was set up more as a R/L/R/L etc…..
Kay, as far as I’m concerned, the only number that is significant would be the #5 starter, as that is usually the “worst” one of the 5, because they get skipped a few times during the year with off days and whatnot. But I agree with you, other then the #1 spot, I don’t really think it matters who is 2-4, other then the fact you want your best pitchers matched up against your opponents best pitchers.
There are certain expectations based on each starter.
#1 (Ace) – A potential 20 game winner, can shut down the opposition in any given outing. ERA in the 2’s or low 3’s. Can be counted on with near 100% certainty that when he is on the mound he will go deep into the game and winning is almost a guarantee.
#2 – 16+ game winner, era in the 3’s, innings eater, Could be an ace on certain teams. Capable of 7 innings average per start.
#3 – Not too different from a #2, inning eater is preferred, ERA in the mid to high 3’s.
#4. 6 to 7 inning average per start, ERA around high 3’s to low 4’s will win double digit games but may also lose double digits. Along the lines of what John Maine was this year.
#5 – Just capable of keeping you in the game, 4-5 runs per game average is acceptable. Offense should be expected to score at least 4 runs to have a chance at a win. A 5 inning maybe 6 inning average per start. Usually a game or two over or under .500 A #5 should be one of the final 3 spots decided on. Also can work as long man role.
Thanks guys