Glavine?Will He Come Home?

MikeT · 11-20-2006, 09:33 PM

Opinions?
Mine,I think he signs for one year and retires but where is the question.My bet is the Braves.

shimmer · 11-20-2006, 11:00 PM

Would you want him to come home?

Maybe it's just me, but I never was a huge Glavine fan. I know he's a great pitcher (or at least was), but when he signed with the Mets that kind of put the nail in the coffin for me.

Dada · 11-21-2006, 01:46 AM

I just really hope the Dodgers sign Maddux. (I know, this was a random comment)

D55 · 11-21-2006, 08:43 AM

I was afraid some of the talk might be accurate about Glavine returning for 300 in Turner Field. I definately will not spend my money to see him.

His antics with the Union and his "stoic professionalism" crap along with his stubborn streak about 'out and away' pissed me off more than once. In my view, his stubborness lost us just as many as he won for us.

I hope some other team shels out the bucks but I have a feeling we are stuck with him, maybe.

On another note.............God am I glad Shanks isn't running this show.

rniki10 · 11-21-2006, 10:46 AM

Hey D. I don't think it is about shelling out the bucks this time. If that were the case, he would have already resigned with the Mets. I think it is just a matter of seeing whether the Braves actually want him back. Today is the first day that they can really talk to him. I mean, no other team besides the Braves and Mets have a shot at him and he already knows where the money is. I think at this point it comes whether the Braves really want him.

rlwhite · 11-21-2006, 04:03 PM

Here's hoping Glavine doesn't come back. A one year rental just doesn't fit the picture.

Smoltz, Hudson, and Hampton aren't going anywhere. I know some want to trade Hudson, but it's unlikely.

As it is we have 2 spots between James, Davies, and Horacio. James is a lock. I want Davies to continue learning in the majors. It's necessary for most young pitchers; AAA doesn't teach everything. Davies is still the same promising pitcher he was in the minors and his rookie year, and he deserves that MLB learning time. Horacio's a goner IMO, and I can't see replacing any of the remaining guys for a rental, even a good rental.

I'll second the motion on Shanks. He can be outright offensive.

Tomcat7742 · 11-21-2006, 04:11 PM

Just think you guys could have Glavine, Maddux and Smoltz. Maybe you could cook up a trade and get Millwood from Texas.

shimmer · 11-21-2006, 11:46 PM

Awww, I loved Millwood.

I remember that one hit game he pitched (of course, the one hit was a homer) in the '99 post season (against the stros, no?). I had just gotten off the bus from school, got in the car with the radio on, and BAM! Homerun. I was so upset. If my mom hadn't been sitting there I would've let out a string of cusswords. The rest of that game didn't turn out so bad, though.

bravejo · 11-22-2006, 07:53 AM

I have mixed emotions over this, honestly. I won't feel wonderful or terrible either way.

I was sad to see him go, I do blame JS some for pursuing Hampton and kind of ignoring Glavine, but I still cringe when I see Glavine in a Met uniform.

I certainly don't want to see a guy like Chuck James downgraded to make room for Glavine, but if he does come back, I'll be okay with it and if he doesn't, I'll live with it. I have before.

I'm wishy-washy on my first post here, not usual for me, but I'm glad to see some old friends.

Lenny · 11-22-2006, 08:45 AM

Personally I don't want him back. I would rather see the Braves not sign any players that old regardless of who they are. I would rather see all teams try to build a strong farm system and constantly have young players coming up, then resigning them once they become free agents, and team's keeping there own.

If a team has a need then they will have to sign a free agent, but in that case I would want to sign one that is young enough to sign long term and build with taht player.

The only way I want to sign an up in age player is if I have a player already but that player is not quite ready. Then I need a one or two year player just to fill the gap.

jpx7 · 11-24-2006, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by bravejo

I have mixed emotions over this, honestly. I won't feel wonderful or terrible either way.

I was sad to see him go, I do blame JS some for pursuing Hampton and kind of ignoring Glavine, but I still cringe when I see Glavine in a Met uniform.

I certainly don't want to see a guy like Chuck James downgraded to make room for Glavine, but if he does come back, I'll be okay with it and if he doesn't, I'll live with it. I have before.

I'm wishy-washy on my first post here, not usual for me, but I'm glad to see some old friends.

Pretty total on agreement on Glavine and this somewhat similar resurrection of fanhome.

BravesRule22 · 11-24-2006, 01:59 PM

Sadly, I think he will come home...

Now, do I want him to come home ? NO

I just dont want to give a 40 year old pitcher who isnt named Roger Clemens 7 mil or 8 mil. I just dont think its worth it, while Glavine has been great in his career and his last 2 years have been GOOD. Its bound to catch up with him, isnt it ?

I just dont see him keeping his ERA under 4 this year, I see it @ or above his FIP from last year which was 4.3. IMO, I would rather put that 7 mil towards a LF and/or RP.

Just say No Glavine, JS

Metaphysicist · 11-28-2006, 10:06 PM

A little bird told me that Glavine is homebound.

EDIT: Okay, the bird changed his mind and said that all we did was offer a contract to Glavine. This is why I don't trust avians.

http://www.metsblog.com/blog/_archiv...8/2534708.html

Quote:

…the buzz from atlanta is that the Braves have offered a one-year deal worth roughly $7 million to Tom Glavine with a possible option for 2008…

sthiele · 11-28-2006, 10:11 PM

As a Mets fan, I do want Glavine back this year. He was fantastic last season, and even though he is getting up there in age, I have a gut feeling he can put up the same stats.

Hopefully a decision comes soon...

DR3AMR · 11-28-2006, 11:22 PM

I won't ever forgive him for leaving, but if he comes back it'll be a big boost. He'll eat a ton of innings and he won't be pitching for the Metropolitans.

11-20-2006, 09:33 PM	#1 (permalink)
MikeT Moderator Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 1,501	Glavine?Will He Come Home? Opinions? Mine,I think he signs for one year and retires but where is the question.My bet is the Braves.

11-22-2006, 07:53 AM	#9 (permalink)
bravejo Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 13	Glavine coming back? I have mixed emotions over this, honestly. I won't feel wonderful or terrible either way. I was sad to see him go, I do blame JS some for pursuing Hampton and kind of ignoring Glavine, but I still cringe when I see Glavine in a Met uniform. I certainly don't want to see a guy like Chuck James downgraded to make room for Glavine, but if he does come back, I'll be okay with it and if he doesn't, I'll live with it. I have before. I'm wishy-washy on my first post here, not usual for me, but I'm glad to see some old friends.

11-20-2006, 11:00 PM	#2 (permalink)
shimmer Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 146	Would you want him to come home? Maybe it's just me, but I never was a huge Glavine fan. I know he's a great pitcher (or at least was), but when he signed with the Mets that kind of put the nail in the coffin for me.

11-21-2006, 01:46 AM	#3 (permalink)
Dada Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 125	I just really hope the Dodgers sign Maddux. (I know, this was a random comment)

11-21-2006, 08:43 AM	#4 (permalink)
D55 Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 373	I was afraid some of the talk might be accurate about Glavine returning for 300 in Turner Field. I definately will not spend my money to see him. His antics with the Union and his "stoic professionalism" crap along with his stubborn streak about 'out and away' pissed me off more than once. In my view, his stubborness lost us just as many as he won for us. I hope some other team shels out the bucks but I have a feeling we are stuck with him, maybe. On another note.............God am I glad Shanks isn't running this show.

11-21-2006, 10:46 AM	#5 (permalink)
rniki10 Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 72	Hey D. I don't think it is about shelling out the bucks this time. If that were the case, he would have already resigned with the Mets. I think it is just a matter of seeing whether the Braves actually want him back. Today is the first day that they can really talk to him. I mean, no other team besides the Braves and Mets have a shot at him and he already knows where the money is. I think at this point it comes whether the Braves really want him.

11-21-2006, 04:03 PM	#6 (permalink)
rlwhite Rookie Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 4	Here's hoping Glavine doesn't come back. A one year rental just doesn't fit the picture. Smoltz, Hudson, and Hampton aren't going anywhere. I know some want to trade Hudson, but it's unlikely. As it is we have 2 spots between James, Davies, and Horacio. James is a lock. I want Davies to continue learning in the majors. It's necessary for most young pitchers; AAA doesn't teach everything. Davies is still the same promising pitcher he was in the minors and his rookie year, and he deserves that MLB learning time. Horacio's a goner IMO, and I can't see replacing any of the remaining guys for a rental, even a good rental. I'll second the motion on Shanks. He can be outright offensive.

11-21-2006, 04:11 PM	#7 (permalink)
Tomcat7742 Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 48	Just think you guys could have Glavine, Maddux and Smoltz. Maybe you could cook up a trade and get Millwood from Texas.

11-21-2006, 11:46 PM	#8 (permalink)
shimmer Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 146	Awww, I loved Millwood. I remember that one hit game he pitched (of course, the one hit was a homer) in the '99 post season (against the stros, no?). I had just gotten off the bus from school, got in the car with the radio on, and BAM! Homerun. I was so upset. If my mom hadn't been sitting there I would've let out a string of cusswords. The rest of that game didn't turn out so bad, though.

11-22-2006, 08:45 AM	#10 (permalink)
Lenny Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 240	Personally I don't want him back. I would rather see the Braves not sign any players that old regardless of who they are. I would rather see all teams try to build a strong farm system and constantly have young players coming up, then resigning them once they become free agents, and team's keeping there own. If a team has a need then they will have to sign a free agent, but in that case I would want to sign one that is young enough to sign long term and build with taht player. The only way I want to sign an up in age player is if I have a player already but that player is not quite ready. Then I need a one or two year player just to fill the gap.

11-24-2006, 01:59 PM	#12 (permalink)
BravesRule22 Basketball Community Moderator Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 1,089	Sadly, I think he will come home... Now, do I want him to come home ? NO I just dont want to give a 40 year old pitcher who isnt named Roger Clemens 7 mil or 8 mil. I just dont think its worth it, while Glavine has been great in his career and his last 2 years have been GOOD. Its bound to catch up with him, isnt it ? I just dont see him keeping his ERA under 4 this year, I see it @ or above his FIP from last year which was 4.3. IMO, I would rather put that 7 mil towards a LF and/or RP. Just say No Glavine, JS

11-28-2006, 10:11 PM	#14 (permalink)
sthiele Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 87	As a Mets fan, I do want Glavine back this year. He was fantastic last season, and even though he is getting up there in age, I have a gut feeling he can put up the same stats. Hopefully a decision comes soon...

11-28-2006, 11:22 PM	#15 (permalink)
DR3AMR Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Atlanta Posts: 4,832	I won't ever forgive him for leaving, but if he comes back it'll be a big boost. He'll eat a ton of innings and he won't be pitching for the Metropolitans.