When I hear the name Anibal Sanchez one thing comes to mind… I would attempt to finish that sentence but I can’t. Now keep in mind Sanchez was an integral pickup for the Detroit Tigers in their run to the World Series, but when I hear sources; Sportsnet, FOX Sports reporting that Sanchez is eyeing $90M over 6-years, I shake my head. To get a grip on what he is asking, Sanchez is looking for $15M a year. Again, that’s $15M a year for someone who has two winning seasons over the course of seven years. In his career he has compiled a 48-51 record and a career 3.75 ERA does not equate to Cole Hamels, Matt Cain, Mariano Rivera or Jered Weaver type money. The Toronto Blue Jays are going through, I wouldn’t say a rebuild this coming season, but more of a reload. They just signed Maicer Izturis to a three-year contract for $9M, making Yunel Escobar expendable. Jose Bautista, their biggest bargaining chip, should be ready for Spring Training, and their rotation is anchored by Br...
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