Derek
Table Setter
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Defensive metrics from 2016-2018:
From 2018 alone:
And, batting from 2016-2018:
Batting from 2018 alone:
I'd be willing to take Kiermaier and his entire contract off Tampa's hands. He'd be fantastic in CF behind our elite pitching, and in today's fly ball era, I think that's a huge asset. Assuming Tampa won't move him, I'd kick the tires on Pillar getting healthy, and then Hamilton. I really think they're all significant upgrades over Davis/Allen at this point.
Although, if Zimmer were healthy, I wouldn't even bother with any of them
Kiermaier and Pillar are clearly the best two of the bunch, but they are either hurt or on an awful contract. Hamilton blows, I have no interest in him.
I'd argue in today's heavy strikeout era where the ball is in play less than ever that, to an extent, the defense is actually less important.
Our defense is already one of the best in the league. In my opinion it's not worth making a trade for an outfielder unless they are a significant improvement at the plate, which none of these guys are.