Red Sox claim Ryan Rupe

Sadaharu Oh · 11-27-2002, 09:51 PM

Fine, but why not Jose Ortiz?

sweaver · 11-28-2002, 10:10 AM

Ortiz is someone you offer a minor league contract to, after he's been released, he looked so bad. Rupe is likely to be at the back of the Bosox' rotation, and in a couple of years could work his way toward the front.

Sadaharu Oh · 11-28-2002, 03:44 PM

One thing that I wonder about this is that it is reported that he was put on waivers "with the intent of selling his rights to" a Japanese club. If he clears waivers and is sold, then is he off limits to MLB teams? And, do teams avoid claiming such players so as not to interfere in a sale like this?

He seems like a good possible fit for Boston since they don't have any long-term 2B plans.

hmrsf · 11-29-2002, 08:40 AM

You think Nixon and Rupe will room together on the road?

Fuzzy Bear · 12-02-2002, 07:27 PM

I think Rupe has the potential to be a "Ken Phelps All-Star", in that he HAS ability, but has been in a pretty horrible situation in Tampa Bay; a young pitcher with a confused organization.

Rupe pitched better, all things considered, while under the tutelage of Larry Rothschild, who knew how to handle pitchers, and was infinitely better in that area than Hal McRae. He could have Derek Lowe-ish improvement under the right circumstances, although I don't expect him to win 20 next year.

Picking up talent like this is how teams move forward on limited budgets; a player with talent in a bad situation is recognized and acquired while his stock is down. I see Rupe as a pitcher capable of winning 12-15 games in a #3 starter role.

hmrsf · 12-03-2002, 06:15 PM

I see him being used as a brute. Need to hit a guy, bring in Rupe.

gyb13 · 12-03-2002, 07:23 PM

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Originally posted by hmrsf
You think Nixon and Rupe will room together on the road?

huh?

hmrsf · 12-03-2002, 10:19 PM

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Originally posted by gyb13
huh?

How soon the young forget.......

The famous bat hucking incident happened only last year!!

Quick story! I was flying to TN early Thanksgiving am with Mr hmrsf. I was reading the paper and saw the Sox picked up Rupe. I shouted "oh no!!! and pointed wildly to paper! Mr hmrsf, told me to calm down and told other passengers that it was not such a bad move.

rk_michael · 12-04-2002, 12:40 AM

Rupe mowed down the Mariners a couple of times last season. I haven't seen him much, but what he did to the M's was impressive.

Husier · 12-04-2002, 02:37 AM

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Originally posted by rk_michael
Rupe mowed down the Mariners a couple of times last season. I haven't seen him much, but what he did to the M's was impressive.

Wasn't Rupe rumored to be part of the compensation package for Piniella at one time? If I was the Mariners, I'd have taken Rupe and a prospect instead of Winn. Nice upside potential for low cost and low risk.

gyb13 · 12-04-2002, 11:40 AM

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Originally posted by hmrsf
How soon the young forget....... The famous bat hucking incident happened only last year!!

oh...i don't really follow the minor leagues

11-27-2002, 09:51 PM	#1
Sadaharu Oh NetShrine Fan Favorite Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 93	Red Sox claim Ryan Rupe Fine, but why not Jose Ortiz?

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hmrsf forum mom Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: relocation Posts: 4,298	You think Nixon and Rupe will room together on the road? __________________ NDF who shares good karma! Get a coaster! My cup is not only 1/2 full it is brimming! We don't need no stinking Arods!

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hmrsf forum mom Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: relocation Posts: 4,298	I see him being used as a brute. Need to hit a guy, bring in Rupe. __________________ NDF who shares good karma! Get a coaster! My cup is not only 1/2 full it is brimming! We don't need no stinking Arods!

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11-28-2002, 10:10 AM	#2
sweaver Netshrine Cleanup Hitter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: The Mountain State Posts: 8,883	Ortiz is someone you offer a minor league contract to, after he's been released, he looked so bad. Rupe is likely to be at the back of the Bosox' rotation, and in a couple of years could work his way toward the front.

11-28-2002, 03:44 PM	#3
Sadaharu Oh NetShrine Fan Favorite Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 93	One thing that I wonder about this is that it is reported that he was put on waivers "with the intent of selling his rights to" a Japanese club. If he clears waivers and is sold, then is he off limits to MLB teams? And, do teams avoid claiming such players so as not to interfere in a sale like this? He seems like a good possible fit for Boston since they don't have any long-term 2B plans.

12-02-2002, 07:27 PM	#5
Fuzzy Bear NetShrine's Evangelist Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Living by faith, and not by sight! Posts: 2,194	I think Rupe has the potential to be a "Ken Phelps All-Star", in that he HAS ability, but has been in a pretty horrible situation in Tampa Bay; a young pitcher with a confused organization. Rupe pitched better, all things considered, while under the tutelage of Larry Rothschild, who knew how to handle pitchers, and was infinitely better in that area than Hal McRae. He could have Derek Lowe-ish improvement under the right circumstances, although I don't expect him to win 20 next year. Picking up talent like this is how teams move forward on limited budgets; a player with talent in a bad situation is recognized and acquired while his stock is down. I see Rupe as a pitcher capable of winning 12-15 games in a #3 starter role.

12-04-2002, 12:40 AM	#9
rk_michael NetShrine Fan Favorite Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 86	Rupe mowed down the Mariners a couple of times last season. I haven't seen him much, but what he did to the M's was impressive.

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