The problem for Cleveland is that keeping Lindor for two more seasons isn't going to get them anything in return—and his value will be highest before the trade deadline.Any team dealing for Lindor before September could have him for at least two postseason runs.The Indians have made it fairly clear that they aren't looking to take a low-ball offer.Adding to Cleveland's dilemma is the fact that the 2020 MLB postseason is going to include 16 teams. Problem is, most of the deals which have a good chance of actually getting done will probably end up being the low-hanging fruit types of deals, trades which are too easy to be interesting, that make too much sense to be worth much debate.
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Honestly, I don’t. April 1, 2013: Francisco Lindor assigned to Carolina Mudcats. "If he was that close to being traded once, Pederson figures to be available this summer if the Dodgers—who have a glut of outfielders on their roster—are seeking an upgrade elsewhere.
Latest on Cleveland Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN But it’s at least a possibility that the Indians could move on from their franchise player sooner than later, and if they do, I’m sure there will be a bidding war for his services. The Indians promoted Lindor to the The Indians purchased Lindor's contract from Columbus on June 14, 2015 and added him to the active roster.In 2016, Lindor finished season with a .301 batting average, 15 home runs, 78 RBIs, 19 stolen bases, 15 In 159 games for Cleveland, Lindor batted .273 with 33 home runs and 89 RBIs.
The shortened season, expanded playoff pool, and nearness of the deadline to the end of the campaign all serve to obscure what should be done, could be done, might be done, will be done. The Indians should have a good chance of making the playoffs, so they'll also have to weigh Lindor's pre-deadline trade value against their chances of parlaying a playoff appearance into a World Series run.While Lindor is arguably the most notable player who could be traded before the deadline, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Joc Pederson is also likely to have his fair share of suitors if available.
He made his MLB debut during the 2015 season. Yes, the What I’m interested in are the one or two cases where waves might actually be made.
Maybe we’ll see a huge wave of cheap player extensions as guys try to ensure themselves some security in a world that suddenly seems very tottery. That was a trick question; the answer is both.