Jan 09
Alderson picked up pitchers Chris Capuano and Taylor Buchholz.
Today’s question regards the strength of the rotation. Will Capuano and Buchholz make the Mets rotation and if they do, how many games do you think they could win each?
If they don’t make the rotation, do you think they could be of help, in any capacity, to the bullpen?
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6 comments
rustyjr
1/9/2011-9:24am at 9:24 am (UTC -4)
Buchholz will be used strictly as a reliever if he makes the team out of spring training. In regards to Capuano his success really hinges on his health. I think a conservative prediction could be 12-10 era of 3.90
njstuckintx
1/9/2011-9:31am at 9:31 am (UTC -4)
I can see 12 wins, based on full health. And agreed on Bucholz. I really hope they spend the extra mil and pick up Young. I stated from the beginning, I want 2 starting pitchers, preferably more. If Bucholz can spot start if needed, I’ll be content.
oleosmirf
1/9/2011-10:03am at 10:03 am (UTC -4)
I think Young is a forgone conclusion at this point and if both Capuano and Young can pitch near their career averages our rotation might be passable.
stickguy
1/9/2011-10:35pm at 10:35 pm (UTC -4)
I think they get young too. who knows if they can stay on the mound long enough to make a difference, but at least it will be a rotation with a reasonable shot at keeping the team competitive. especially given the apparent payroll constraints. And lack of pitching talent in the minors.
metsfan4decades
1/9/2011-1:43pm at 1:43 pm (UTC -4)
Capuano should be somewhere around 12 wins if he stays healthy.
I think Bucholz should make the BP initially as well.
stickguy
1/9/2011-10:30pm at 10:30 pm (UTC -4)
capuano yes. Bucholz no (in the pen).
wins? Who knows. Last year santana won 11(?) and Pelf 15. If capu is able to make 30 starts (no given of course) he could do either one. Any of the SPs that actually put together a decent year should win plenty of games, since I expect the offense to give them them more runs to work with.