Should the Braves attempt to sign Edgardo Alfonzo?

Fuzzy Bear · 12-05-2002, 07:20 PM

Now that it appears that the Mets have Tom Glavine, should the Braves try to sign Edgardo Alfonzo?

Let's look at the reasons they should, and the reasons they shouldn't.

The Braves SHOULD sign Alfonzo because:

1. His signing will hurt a division rival.

2. He is an immediate improvement in the infield, at either 3B or 2B.

3. His price is affordable.

The Braves SHOULDN'T sign Alfonzo because:

1. They have a glut of middle infielders, and their problem is more one of sorting them out and making a commitment, rather than a lack of talent.

2. Alfonzo is more valuble at 2B, but the Braves have bigger holes at 1B and 3B, the latter of which Alfonzo can play, but is less valuble at.

I'd sign him, and put him at 2B. What would YOU do, if you were John Sheurholz? (Hint: Don't say "I'd offer an 2 year deal to Buddy Biancalana!

)

Craig S. · 12-05-2002, 07:30 PM

Tough question, and I think it all depends on whether he's completely healthy. If so, then he's an upgrade in the Braves' middle infield, and a guy who could help the middle of their lineup. It seemed to me that his power definitely improved in the second half of last season, so maybe he's back. If he's not healthy, I'd take a pass.

I think it would also depend on what type of contract he's looking for. I wouldn't provide too much in terms of length, simply because his health is an unknown at this point.

gyb13 · 12-06-2002, 11:11 AM

take him, put him at 2B, and trade a pair of your MIF's for help in the other areas

sweaver · 12-06-2002, 12:11 PM

He would certainly be an upgrade, but if the Braves would just put DeRosa at 2B and Giles at 3B, they would get a slightly smaller upgrade for a much lower price.

BigJon · 12-06-2002, 12:26 PM

As much as I like him, he appears to be in an early decline (mostly because of injuries) and looking for big money. The Braves have quite a few infield prospects and it doesn't make much sense to block one when their trying to freshen up the team with youth.

KCBOOMER · 12-06-2002, 02:17 PM

I think I'll pass on Edgardo. He doesn't seem to be worth the money he will probably want.

Fuzzy Bear · 12-09-2002, 07:51 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by BigJon
As much as I like him, he appears to be in an early decline (mostly because of injuries) and looking for big money. The Braves have quite a few infield prospects and it doesn't make much sense to block one when their trying to freshen up the team with youth.

Is he the new Carlos Baerga?

BigJon · 12-10-2002, 11:31 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Fuzzy Bear
Is he the new Carlos Baerga?

Maybe.

WiredTiger · 12-11-2002, 11:40 AM

If I was the Braves I would take a pass on Alfonzo and try to improve elsewhere. The Braves have decent alternatives in the middle infield and would do better to find a 1B or 3B that can hit.

Alfonzo actually didn't have a bad year last year... .812 OPS is pretty good, especially if you can play him on the middle infield.

Duque · 12-11-2002, 04:15 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by sweaver
He would certainly be an upgrade, but if the Braves would just put DeRosa at 2B and Giles at 3B, they would get a slightly smaller upgrade for a much lower price.

Can Giles handle 3B? Does he have the arm for it?

I thought Wilson Betemit was slated for that spot - or has he fallen off the lists?

Max Power · 12-15-2002, 10:19 PM

Now that he's a G-man, this is moot.

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12-05-2002, 07:20 PM	#1
Fuzzy Bear NetShrine's Evangelist Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Living by faith, and not by sight! Posts: 2,194	Should the Braves attempt to sign Edgardo Alfonzo? Now that it appears that the Mets have Tom Glavine, should the Braves try to sign Edgardo Alfonzo? Let's look at the reasons they should, and the reasons they shouldn't. The Braves SHOULD sign Alfonzo because: 1. His signing will hurt a division rival. 2. He is an immediate improvement in the infield, at either 3B or 2B. 3. His price is affordable. The Braves SHOULDN'T sign Alfonzo because: 1. They have a glut of middle infielders, and their problem is more one of sorting them out and making a commitment, rather than a lack of talent. 2. Alfonzo is more valuble at 2B, but the Braves have bigger holes at 1B and 3B, the latter of which Alfonzo can play, but is less valuble at. I'd sign him, and put him at 2B. What would YOU do, if you were John Sheurholz? (Hint: Don't say "I'd offer an 2 year deal to Buddy Biancalana! )

12-06-2002, 11:11 AM	#3
gyb13 NS Omnipresent Brasilian Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Crazy George's playground Posts: 10,903	take him, put him at 2B, and trade a pair of your MIF's for help in the other areas __________________ Gustavo NDF Moderator Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. - Benjamin Franklin

12-06-2002, 02:17 PM	#6
KCBOOMER NetShrine All-Century Team Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Home of the T-Bones Posts: 11,116	I think I'll pass on Edgardo. He doesn't seem to be worth the money he will probably want. __________________ KCBOOMER *Buck O'Neil: The Monarch of Baseball*

12-15-2002, 10:19 PM	#11
Max Power NetShrine Creator & Curator Join Date: May 2002 Location: NetShrine WHQ Posts: 5,548	Now that he's a G-man, this is moot. __________________ Steve, Forum Administrator "They come and they go, Hobbs. They come and they go." That's why there's NetShrine.com

12-05-2002, 07:30 PM	#2
Craig S. Guest Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,330	Tough question, and I think it all depends on whether he's completely healthy. If so, then he's an upgrade in the Braves' middle infield, and a guy who could help the middle of their lineup. It seemed to me that his power definitely improved in the second half of last season, so maybe he's back. If he's not healthy, I'd take a pass. I think it would also depend on what type of contract he's looking for. I wouldn't provide too much in terms of length, simply because his health is an unknown at this point.

12-06-2002, 12:11 PM	#4
sweaver Netshrine Cleanup Hitter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: The Mountain State Posts: 8,883	He would certainly be an upgrade, but if the Braves would just put DeRosa at 2B and Giles at 3B, they would get a slightly smaller upgrade for a much lower price.

12-06-2002, 12:26 PM	#5
BigJon NetShrine Fan Favorite Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 76	As much as I like him, he appears to be in an early decline (mostly because of injuries) and looking for big money. The Braves have quite a few infield prospects and it doesn't make much sense to block one when their trying to freshen up the team with youth.

12-11-2002, 11:40 AM	#9
WiredTiger Guest Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The city of Kaline, Cobb and Greenberg Posts: 3,395	If I was the Braves I would take a pass on Alfonzo and try to improve elsewhere. The Braves have decent alternatives in the middle infield and would do better to find a 1B or 3B that can hit. Alfonzo actually didn't have a bad year last year... .812 OPS is pretty good, especially if you can play him on the middle infield.

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