JEFF BIGGS: Angels Make Teix 8 Year Offer
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 9:16 PM PST
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I am currently listening to Jeff Biggs (pictured) on AM 830, and he is reporting that the Angels have an 8 year offer out to Mark Teixeira. This report came straight from Angels GM Tony Reagins. No financial terms have been released, but there is a confirmed 8 year deal out!
Will Tex come here for 8 years? Has anyone come close to that offer, because as far as I've seen, 8 confirmed years is the longest deal.
What are your thoughts?
UPDATE: LINK TO ARTICLE ON MLB.COM
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Confirmed
Heard this listening online as well. Solid.
by BryanHarvey'sMoustache on Dec 12, 2008 9:21 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
he's said it quite a few times
i’m effing stoked!!!
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 9:24 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
if BIGGSY says it si true
than it is TRUE
by Rev Halofan on Dec 12, 2008 10:30 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
and indeed it was
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 10:30 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
and thanks for the editing, btw
i was trying to throw this thing together as fast as i could.
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 10:33 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Confirmed also listening x2
I think we landed him, I absolutely doubt anyone will surpass this.
I brought sexy back, but they only gave me store credit....
by PhiSlamma on Dec 12, 2008 9:24 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
careful sailor..........
its not a done deal yet
PIPE DREAM: Jim Harbaugh for the Bills next head coach.
by norcaliangelsfan on Dec 12, 2008 9:27 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
any links?
Mr Moreno,
Please re-sign Tex.
Sincerely yours,
Halo fans everywhere
by anaheim angels on Dec 12, 2008 9:29 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
no, we're all just listening to the show live online.
that’s how i heard it.
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 9:31 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
link to that?
Mr Moreno,
Please re-sign Tex.
Sincerely yours,
Halo fans everywhere
by anaheim angels on Dec 12, 2008 9:41 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
thanks
Mr Moreno,
Please re-sign Tex.
Sincerely yours,
Halo fans everywhere
by anaheim angels on Dec 12, 2008 9:47 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
wow
Id imagine we’ve made our “take it or leave it” offer if this is actually true.
Its us or Boston. Do the red sox really go 8 years on a player? Thats really not their MO
by ihearhowie2.0 on Dec 12, 2008 9:37 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
on over the monster their saying that the sux already have made an 8 year deal
game time!
by haloforlife on Dec 13, 2008 1:48 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Bastards!!!!!
Can we just burn down Fenway while we’re burning down stadiums?
by Seik1177 on Dec 13, 2008 1:50 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
I just heard it on the radio.......
Eight years but how much money?
Recipient of the 2008 "The Iron Man" award from scottnak of Halos Heaven!
by 44FAN on Dec 12, 2008 9:41 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
not released
that’s for sure not Ninja’s style.
as long as it’s at least a 8 yr/$160MM deal, i think he signs.
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 9:43 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
He just said they don't know how much $ but "we will know sooner than later"
Recipient of the 2008 "The Iron Man" award from scottnak of Halos Heaven!
by 44FAN on Dec 12, 2008 9:44 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
i think he's in decision making mode now
i doubt it’ll take much longer…. from everything i’ve read, Tex wants this to be over soon.
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 9:46 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
You should call in to the radio station and ask Jeff what else he knows and who he heard this from.
Recipient of the 2008 "The Iron Man" award from scottnak of Halos Heaven!
by 44FAN on Dec 12, 2008 9:48 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
he said earlier he heard it from Reagins
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 9:48 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Call in the show. Ask him about the Peavy deal or something.
Recipient of the 2008 "The Iron Man" award from scottnak of Halos Heaven!
by 44FAN on Dec 12, 2008 9:49 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
naw i'm good
thanks though. :)
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 9:50 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
You get a gift card for calling in. LOL
Recipient of the 2008 "The Iron Man" award from scottnak of Halos Heaven!
by 44FAN on Dec 12, 2008 9:55 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
yeah i totally missed out on that one.
dang it.
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 9:57 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
here
http://www.halosheaven.com/2008/12/12/691271/dec-12-mike-digiovanna-of
Mr Moreno,
Please re-sign Tex.
Sincerely yours,
Halo fans everywhere
by anaheim angels on Dec 12, 2008 9:51 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
im still skeptical
i think it was speculation
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 9:52 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
hey
can we get a link to the radio station PLEASSE
your time is now our time
by teedme2 on Dec 12, 2008 9:42 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
swwwwwwwwwwwwweeeet
thanks man
your time is now our time
by teedme2 on Dec 12, 2008 9:45 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
well
it should be a little bit more than 160 MM
your time is now our time
by teedme2 on Dec 12, 2008 9:46 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
i'd imagine so
i’d think it’s at least $165MM, but who knows?
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 9:48 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
id guess 8/175
8/160 seems like it could easily be matched by Washington or Boston. I think wed have to a premium to get him to come West, which sucks but probably is true
by ihearhowie2.0 on Dec 12, 2008 9:53 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
i'd love that
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 9:55 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
What time did you guys here this at
your time is now our time
by teedme2 on Dec 12, 2008 9:47 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
a little after 9 pm
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 9:49 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
im guna say 170-175mm
your time is now our time
by teedme2 on Dec 12, 2008 9:49 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
DAMN YOU JUNEEEEE
your time is now our time
by teedme2 on Dec 12, 2008 9:55 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
hahahahaha
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 9:55 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
is it even worth listening to it anymore>
your time is now our time
by teedme2 on Dec 12, 2008 10:02 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
doubt it.
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 10:02 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
i have this bad feeling
that this is just gonna get my hopes back up to get crushed again.
id spent the last week getting comfortable with mark leaving, now this is gonna make me think hes back. He better!
by ihearhowie2.0 on Dec 12, 2008 10:07 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
all i have to say is
NO ON MANNY! not unless we can get him for 40-45/2. Anything else is no go. Rather Dunn for 45-50/4
Mr Moreno,
Please re-sign Tex.
Sincerely yours,
Halo fans everywhere
by anaheim angels on Dec 12, 2008 10:10 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
YES ON MANNY......Damn It!
When I'm not at the stadium, I'd rather be watching my Halos back in Costa Rica!
by Dono Romantico on Dec 13, 2008 9:05 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
i think he will sign
and we will put morales at dh and ssign dunn or burrel
your time is now our time
by teedme2 on Dec 12, 2008 10:10 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
i dont think we can afford another bat if we get him on an 8 year deal
we need to extend lackey and possibly leave room for Vlad if he bounces back…
by ihearhowie2.0 on Dec 12, 2008 10:12 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
but that's the more likely scenario
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 10:13 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
sign Dunn for LF
and the outfield merry-go-round goes – Dunn in LF/DH, Vlad in RF/DH, KMo in LF/RF/DH
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 10:13 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
second. And absolutely no on Burell
A Dunn/Vlad/Morales LF/RF/DH carousel would be awesome
Mr Moreno,
Please re-sign Tex.
Sincerely yours,
Halo fans everywhere
by anaheim angels on Dec 12, 2008 10:14 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Manny is the missing link
however if AFTER the Halos make a run at Manny and he declines, then go after Dunn. I will not complain about having Dunn on the team.
When I'm not at the stadium, I'd rather be watching my Halos back in Costa Rica!
by Dono Romantico on Dec 13, 2008 9:07 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
agreed
I will be more that happy to see this happen. now who is going to be our fifth starter? Mose?
your time is now our time
by teedme2 on Dec 12, 2008 10:15 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Peavy, for the love of god peavy please!
I brought sexy back, but they only gave me store credit....
by PhiSlamma on Dec 12, 2008 10:18 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
hahahaha
yesssssss
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 10:19 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
itd certainly be easier to trade offensive prospects with teix long term
thats a lot of money to take on though between the two of em
by ihearhowie2.0 on Dec 12, 2008 10:27 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
curios.
how many people here feel the need to sign Peavy because of the Yanks signing CC & AJ
When I'm not at the stadium, I'd rather be watching my Halos back in Costa Rica!
by Dono Romantico on Dec 13, 2008 9:08 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
if not him
maybe Adenhart?
maybe they sign someone cheap like Randy Johnson?
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 10:18 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Randal for 1 year!
I have this funny feeling that Peavy will end up like Escobar, only more costing more money.
When I'm not at the stadium, I'd rather be watching my Halos back in Costa Rica!
by Dono Romantico on Dec 13, 2008 9:10 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Give us a couple good years
then get hurt?
by Seik1177 on Dec 13, 2008 11:30 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Reagins
showing some balls. I’m so happy Stoneman resigned.
by Chzburger Jones on Dec 12, 2008 10:17 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
amen, sir
amen.
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 10:18 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Reagins.....I don't think so.
The news I heard was that Artie was dealing directly with Boras on this one.
When I'm not at the stadium, I'd rather be watching my Halos back in Costa Rica!
by Dono Romantico on Dec 13, 2008 9:12 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
That's what I read as well
The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Specializing in maniac-ball since 2000
by halofan4life on Dec 13, 2008 10:47 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
I regain a little faith seeing that some of you guys recognize
who’s calling the shots.
by wumbug on Dec 13, 2008 11:07 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Adenhart is ready, im confident is mose… no one else has faith in him?
your time is now our time
by teedme2 on Dec 12, 2008 10:19 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
i'm slowly warming up
he showed some good stuff around the All-Star Break.
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 10:21 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Moseley
is way too inconsistent. And I think his upside is a decent 4th or 5th starter. I think he’d make a solid middle reliever though. He seems to do better in that role. Maybe because there is less pressure.
by Chzburger Jones on Dec 12, 2008 10:21 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
truth.
maybe Loux shows up in spring training?
who cares at this point…. let’s worry about that later!
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 10:23 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Moseley should be our 5th start
his last 6 starts of last year
4/26/08 @ Tigers 5 IP 3 runs 5k’s 2bb
7/13/08 @ A’s 5.1 IP 2 runs 4K’s 1bb
9/05/08 @ WSox 1.1 4 runs 0k’s 2bb
9/10/08 NYY 5 IP 2 runs 6k’s 3bb
9/20/08 @ Rangers 5 IP 3 runs 3k’s 1bb
9/25/08 @ Mariners 5 IP 2 runs 3k’s 1bb
Yes these are cherry picked stats but the team went 4-2 in these starts. That said I do think he needs to throw more strikes but I think he can be consistent given the opportunity.
One thing is for certain he is a CRAPPY relief pitcher
by Seik1177 on Dec 13, 2008 12:05 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
If it's a take it or leave it deal, it's gonna be a good one
Let’s go Arte
Do you know why Chuck Norris has no hair on his balls? Hair doesn't grow on steel.
by vlad IS my man on Dec 12, 2008 10:21 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
If you were Ninja and text says no what are you doing first…
your time is now our time
by teedme2 on Dec 12, 2008 10:23 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
i wouldnt be surprised to be honest
and i wouldnt be that disapointed either. When you factor in the contract length and money commitment, theres pros and cons to both him staying and going
by ihearhowie2.0 on Dec 12, 2008 10:29 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
i'd be okay
knowing that Reagins did everything he could to keep Tex here.
you can’t be mad at an 8 year offer.
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 10:31 PM PST up reply actions 3 recs
Concur
If Tex goes to another American League team, than we can boo him and throw monopoly money at him everytime he shows his face in Mannyheim stadium.
When I'm not at the stadium, I'd rather be watching my Halos back in Costa Rica!
by Dono Romantico on Dec 13, 2008 9:14 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
disagree
Trying is great, its expected. I will be extremely disappointed if they fail to sign Tex
You are what you type.
by rjcicc on Dec 13, 2008 1:00 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
even when its getting to the point of being really risky?
exceeding our 8 year offer is probably not in the best interest of the Angels. This is a franchise that models itself after the Atlanta braves, they of the 11 straight division titles or whatever.
Longevity is achieved through looking ahead, not dwelling solely on the present. Worse yet, if you go heavy on the future and fail, not only did you not get what you wanted NOW, but you’ve made it extremely difficult for the future.
8 years is probably as long as our team can go. Having to pay teixeira 24 million in 2017 isnt going to be that cool if hes not effective, injured or both.
by ihearhowie2.0 on Dec 13, 2008 4:12 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
I don't want the Angels to be modeled after the Braves
Sure they got 11 straight division titles or whatever. But, they only got one championship in that time. I was very disappointed with the Angels’ 08 season. 100 regular season wins, but only one postseason victory. If that happens again next year it will be even more frustration.
by 10 27 02 on Dec 13, 2008 4:36 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
i agree, i think we all have collective blue balls
but im just scared we(myself included) might be starting to take the success for granted. Its easy to say wed take 5 losing seasons for 1 ring now, but thats because we’re not in the middle of sucking.
Im a raider fan in football and can say wholeheartedly in hindsight that 10 years of .500 play would have made the team more satisfying to me than 3 great ones and 7 humiliating ones. Those good years were so long ago that they dont mean anything anymore.
by ihearhowie2.0 on Dec 13, 2008 4:43 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
agree
look at the freakin Marlins. how lucky are those 20,000 die hard fans to have 2 championships, but with all
those losing seasons inbetween. i don’t want to be like that. of course it sucks that the Braves only won 1, but success is better then losing.
by HALO_86 on Dec 13, 2008 5:32 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
If..
We can manage to re-sign Tex , then I would be more open to signing Dunn. No Tex, then I hate to say that Manny should be a priority. And again I really ain’t feeling the Manny vibe.
YOU DON'T KNOW THE POWER OF THE DARKSIDE.....
by halofolife on Dec 12, 2008 10:23 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Ahhhhh....that's alright.
Don’t hate Manny. LOVE MANNY !!!
Manny is just a loveable laidback (dare I say Irie) ball crushing dreadlocked rasta mon’.
I can picture all the kiddies at the stadium with their dreadlock rally monkeys.
Those who love to hate Manny. Well, how about just loving our Manny.
Artie & Tony: Manny & Tex, “F” the Rest ! ! !
When I'm not at the stadium, I'd rather be watching my Halos back in Costa Rica!
by Dono Romantico on Dec 13, 2008 9:20 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
allow me to steal a rhyme for ya'lls
and it goes a little something like this:
Manny Manny Manny Maaannny………Maaannnnny!
Manny Manny Manny Maaannny………Maaannnnny!
Manny Manny Manny Maaannny………Maaannnnny!
Some teams gotts to have him.
Some teams really needs him.
Some teams, Some teams, Some teams talk bad things ’bout him.
Repeat 1st chorus:
The Angels, gotts to have him
The Halos, really needs him
They will, they will, they will win Rings with him!!
Manny, Manny, Manny……MAAAAANNNNNNY !
Manny, Manny, Manny……MAAAAANNNNNNY!
When I'm not at the stadium, I'd rather be watching my Halos back in Costa Rica!
by Dono Romantico on Dec 13, 2008 12:23 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
calm down chief
it’s not gonna happen
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 13, 2008 12:29 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
off season bordom setting in...
to your point, I say that if Artie can pull it off and feel comfortable with the deal, it will get done.
When I'm not at the stadium, I'd rather be watching my Halos back in Costa Rica!
by Dono Romantico on Dec 13, 2008 12:44 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
If Artie can pull it off and feel comfortable with the deal it will get done?
Doesn’t that describe every deal?
by snowhor on Dec 13, 2008 6:03 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
o besides crying
your time is now our time
by teedme2 on Dec 12, 2008 10:23 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
oh yeah
figure out the reply button.
it makes these things much easier.
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 10:25 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
there ya go! :P
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 10:28 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
going to bed ….. let me wake up to teix being a halo …. AMEN
your time is now our time
by teedme2 on Dec 12, 2008 10:32 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
SANTA CLAUS
I haven’t been the greatest little boy in the World but I promise I can change. All I need is a Mark Teixeira!
by Chzburger Jones on Dec 12, 2008 10:35 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
It's all over the internets aready
http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/
Recipient of the 2008 "The Iron Man" award from scottnak of Halos Heaven!
by 44FAN on Dec 12, 2008 10:39 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
They have the internets on computers now?
by Caseys Kiss of Death on Dec 12, 2008 11:47 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Yes. Is this the part where you give me money?
Angels fan since '67
by red floyd on Dec 13, 2008 2:20 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
well at least if nothing else
Boston will have to make a gigantic offer to get teix and we’ll get their draft picks (SUCKERS)
by ihearhowie2.0 on Dec 12, 2008 10:51 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
haha good call
Kotch would've had that.
by howiestheman on Dec 12, 2008 11:00 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Please please please please please please please please please please please please...
…I mean, I know I’ve had a lot of tequila tonight, but I’m beginning to think it might happen.
Please?
I don't know...I'm makin' this up as I go.
by ArkAngel on Dec 12, 2008 10:53 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
WAIT WAIT WAIT
I just had a thought. This is very un-Reagins like. Is this a bluff move? Is Reagins playing Boras game? Seeping out a rumor he offered an 8 year deal to make the BoSux sweat it out? Or…something.
I cant believe this, Im sorry. I think this is some Ninja shit that is way over our heads.
There is more to this. This shit is gettin conniving…
by BryanHarvey'sMoustache on Dec 12, 2008 11:15 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
pressure on Boras?
to accept it perhaps? Maybe itll force an a-rod where tex walks away from boras for rejecting it and negotiates it himself (he could actually make more money if he signed for less and did away with the agent fee)
Mr Moreno,
Please re-sign Tex.
Sincerely yours,
Halo fans everywhere
by anaheim angels on Dec 12, 2008 11:26 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
The only pressure Boras feels
is the money bulging in his wallet.
When I'm not at the stadium, I'd rather be watching my Halos back in Costa Rica!
by Dono Romantico on Dec 13, 2008 9:22 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
What's the hold up?
Either they are going over the details of the contract as we speak or TEX Iis waiting for Boston to respond. Reagins did say this offer was made sometime during the winter meetings.
by CaptainCarlos on Dec 12, 2008 11:34 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
What the Holdup is .........GREED!
When I'm not at the stadium, I'd rather be watching my Halos back in Costa Rica!
by Dono Romantico on Dec 13, 2008 9:22 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
People Are Too Quick to Be Skeptical
If we could somehow get Mark back I think everyone would agree it would be one of the greatest free agency signings in Angel history however, not purely because we would be acquiring one of the greatest players in the game today. Signing Tex would have even greater implications in our quest to become baseball’s best because, finally our franchise would be able to say that they not only had a clear off season goal in mind but that they executed it, beating out the skanks and bosux. In doing so we would set the precedent that not only are the Angels the AL team to beat out West but that they are ready to become the MLB team to beat with an owner and management that is willing to get the job done.
Of Course, that’s if we get it done. (forgive me if my grammar sucks its late and the brews are starting to take their toll)
Happy Holidays all and Beat the Nittany Lions!
I am calling all you Angels!!!
Fight On Trojans!
by trojanangelfan on Dec 13, 2008 12:47 AM PST reply actions 1 recs
Tex
Although signing Tex would be a huge signing, I think its too early to be calling it the biggest in Angels history. I’d say the Vlad one was the biggest and helped usher in a new era of Angels baseball.
by lackey41 on Dec 13, 2008 1:00 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
The best siging in Angels history is:
When Artie signed the check to Disney!
When I'm not at the stadium, I'd rather be watching my Halos back in Costa Rica!
by Dono Romantico on Dec 13, 2008 9:28 AM PST up reply actions 7 recs
If the Halos sign Tex
what it really means is that the Halos have the cash to keep up with skanks & sux. My only concern with this is that Tex stays healthy. There better be alot of clauses in this contract and Tex better have to take some tough physicals before the beginning of each season to make sure he didn’t injure himself in the offseason.
When I'm not at the stadium, I'd rather be watching my Halos back in Costa Rica!
by Dono Romantico on Dec 13, 2008 9:27 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
i already had a great night
with some drinking with pals and all. but jeez this just took the cake. i get to go to bed a happy man now. especially since its a big f u to those bastards in bashtin too.
by linkbruin on Dec 13, 2008 3:24 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
You know
you are setting yourself up to feel like complete shit if he doesn’t sign. I’m still afraid he might be willing to take a little bit less to play out East.
by Chzburger Jones on Dec 13, 2008 3:28 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
That is a realistic fear
Sad to say.
I don't know...I'm makin' this up as I go.
by ArkAngel on Dec 13, 2008 3:35 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
yeah but you cant be pessimistic the whole time
its a psychological move as well. we too can throw around the big bucks, and we’re lettting other teams know it. even if we dont get tex, thats a decent consolation.
by linkbruin on Dec 14, 2008 1:00 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Consolation?
Our consolation for not getting one of the best players in the game at a position we have a near-total vacancy is that other teams will know we have money???
Dude. That’s not nearly enough.
I don't know...I'm makin' this up as I go.
by ArkAngel on Dec 14, 2008 10:46 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
maybe immediatelty, but long term its good
if tex doesnt pan out, we’ll find a good option. of that im sure.
by linkbruin on Dec 14, 2008 1:48 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
LA Times linkage
The Angels have offered an eight-year contract to Mark Teixeira, general manager Tony Reagins said Friday night. The contract would be the longest and richest in club history. The value could almost double the previous club record, the $90 million guaranteed last year to Torii Hunter.
Reagins declined to provide the value of Teixeira’s offer. The Angels are believed to have offered at least $160 million, matching or exceeding the highest offer so far reported for Teixeira.
by Ajax on Dec 13, 2008 9:17 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
If Tex signs,
who’s going to make up the new HH shirts with Tex’s face on a Million dollar bill with “In Panthers We Trust”.
When I'm not at the stadium, I'd rather be watching my Halos back in Costa Rica!
by Dono Romantico on Dec 13, 2008 9:24 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
Well...I'm awake
And it hasn’t happened yet. Pretty sure the tequila happened though. Ow.
I don't know...I'm makin' this up as I go.
by ArkAngel on Dec 13, 2008 11:09 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
The pic of Bigs offers a clue:
AM 830 is displayed proudly.
A = Artie
M = Moreno’s
8=Year Offer
3 = WS rings expected during contract
0 = additional offers from Angels to Tex
When I'm not at the stadium, I'd rather be watching my Halos back in Costa Rica!
by Dono Romantico on Dec 13, 2008 11:26 AM PST reply actions 1 recs
That sucks.
Only 3 rings?
White trashin' the 909
by Red114 on Dec 14, 2008 12:10 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
the guys on ESPN dont seem to think the 8 year deal is that impressive
tim kurkjskaoijan or whatever his name is doesnt see it even putting us ahead of the red sox. He thinks 180 million will be required. To put that in perspective, its more than twice the contract we gave Vladimir Guerrero.
Its not far off the contract that made the texas rangers the laughing stock of the league.
Personally? they can have him at 180 million if it gets to that. Thats asinine for a team with our income. They can afford to take the risk, we cant.
by ihearhowie2.0 on Dec 13, 2008 4:19 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Gee...really?
ESPN talking heads weren’t impressed by something the Angels did? And gave props to the Red Sox. I’m not sure if that’s ever happened before.
Man, I hate that “network.”
I don't know...I'm makin' this up as I go.
by ArkAngel on Dec 13, 2008 4:21 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
as do i
it just get me thinking though. I love teixeira and want him back but 8 years is a really long time, especially when i start thinking about how his bat hasnt made a team good. The only winning team hes ever been on was us and it was because we had built with young talent and avoided these exact same kind of deals. It just makes me nervous
by ihearhowie2.0 on Dec 13, 2008 4:30 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
I'm starting to feel the same way
But, then I think about Tex protecting Vlad everyday in that lineup, combined with the great starting pitching. If the Angels could manage two championships out of the length of Tex’s contract (6, 8, 10 years, whatever), it would be worth it.
by 10 27 02 on Dec 13, 2008 4:41 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
TEX and PEAVY
I’m keeping my hopes in check. I know the decision will come down to whether or not Tex wants to play on the West Coast. Same with Peavy re the American League. But this is what keeps me up nights:
1. Figgy
2. Aybar
3. Tex
4. Vlad
5. Torii
6. Howie
7. K Mo
8. Naps
9. LF
1. Peavy
2. Lackey
3. Santana
4. Saunders
5. Weaver
With Fuentes, ‘Dondo, and Shields at the back end of the pen…. I’m not saying it’s going to happen. But if it did…and it could, friends, it could…we look every BIT as good as the freakin’ Yankees and darn sight better than the hated Red Sox. Anyway, it’s fun to think about.
I don't know...I'm makin' this up as I go.
by ArkAngel on Dec 13, 2008 4:43 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
id put howie 2nd, aybar last, and move KMo and Naps up 1 spot.
And insert Evans into LF (If we got dunn for that, wow, but peavy/dunn/tex aint happening were not the skanks or the sux)
so
1. Figgy
2. Howie
3. Tex
4. Vlad
5. Torii
6. KMo
7. Naps
8. Willits/Evans/GMJ
9. aybar
Mr Moreno,
Please re-sign Tex.
Sincerely yours,
Halo fans everywhere
by anaheim angels on Dec 13, 2008 4:46 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Too many K's...
…for Howie…but I’m not gonna argue that hypothetical lineup. If it happened, Scioscia could bat Vladdy 9th and I wouldn’t argue. Well…ok, maybe I would…
I don't know...I'm makin' this up as I go.
by ArkAngel on Dec 13, 2008 4:56 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
I think Howies gonna make a step forward. And he averages 96 Ks per 150 games
Which isnt terrible, but not great. If he could cut that down itd be great. As long as he can recognize the slider/curve and either hit it or lay off it, then hell be great. Also, according to B-R Kendrick rarely strikes out when facing the starting pitcher for the first time (19%)
Mr Moreno,
Please re-sign Tex.
Sincerely yours,
Halo fans everywhere
by anaheim angels on Dec 13, 2008 11:21 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
woot woot woot
"People ask me what I do in winter when there's no baseball. I'll tell you what I do. I stare out the window and wait for spring".
Rogers Hornsby
by ladybug on Dec 13, 2008 10:14 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Wow
I always thought Biggsy was older like at least mid 40s. His voice doesn’t match his age.
by stolenbases on Dec 15, 2008 3:40 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
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