My offseason plan looks different than Pat’s and Eric’s. They each outlined under-the-radar solutions to the Phillies’ problems, moves that could make the team younger and not put the Phils over the luxury tax.
Despite his deficiencies, B.J. Upton is worth a five-year deal for the Phillies.
I took a different approach. The Phillies need to improve, and I’m more concerned with upgrading the offense and bullpen than I am with getting the most bang for the buck. I see Eric’s points about what Peter Bourjos adds, but I don’t think he’s a big enough offensive upgrade. I agree that Ryan Theriot is a serviceable platoon option at third base, but he’s not much more than that and he’s very similar to Kevin Frandsen.
Here is my offseason wishlist:
B.J. Upton – five years, $78 million
Even if the elder Upton doesn’t realize his potential and has five more seasons like his previous five, he’ll be worth this type of contract. It may seem like a ton, but it’s what you pay in today’s world for a
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BJ Upton,
Peter Bourjos,
Ryan Theriot,
Kevin Frandsen,
Chase Utley,
Ryan Howard,
Michael Bourn,
Angel Pagan,
Kevin Youkilis,
Jayson Werth,
Scott Rolen,
Mike Adams,
Antonio Bastardo,
Chad Qualls,
Michael Schwimer,
Phillippe Aumont,
Roy Oswalt,
Hunter Pence,
Koji Uehara,
Jonathan Papelbon,
Josh Lindblom,
Darin Ruf,
Laynce Nix,
John Mayberry,
Justin De Fratus
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