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MLBTR Live Chat With Jason Martinez: September 6, 2017
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Ian
5:10
Any news on Alex Reyes' TJ recovery? Is he on track to be ready for next April or will it take more time?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:10
TJ recovery always seems to be going ahead of schedule but usually is 16-18 month range for a starter. There are a few exceptions, but I wouldn't expect the Cardinals to rush back their prized SP prospect. My ETA would be start of 2nd half.
Chief
5:14
Do the Phillies push Velasquez and Appel into the bullpen to get the most out of them.
AvatarJason Martinez
5:14
It's probably getting to that point with Appel. Not sure if they're quite there with Velazquez yet. So much upside but health is a major issue. Reds did it with Raisel Iglesias and Michael Lorenzen and that's worked out pretty good so far.
Andrew
5:14
You're Joe Girardi - who are your set 3 starters for the playoffs, assuming the Yankees make and win the Wild Card Game?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:14
Severino, Tanaka, Gray.
Jim
5:16
Do you think kopech will get called up next year?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:16
I do think he'll get a look late in the season. Needs to stop walking so many hitters if he wants to force his way onto the roster earlier in the season.
Patrick
5:18
Phillies future looking brighter than the Mets at this point of time?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:20
I'd take Phillies in 2019 and beyond. Mets could bounce back in 2018, though, if Syndergaard and Matz are healthy.
Brad
5:20
Between Asuaje, Spangenberg, and Solarte, who do you think is most likely traded this offseason from the Padres? Is it more likely they all stay?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:21
Probably Solarte since he has the most value and he's close to free agency. I hope not. Love that guy even if he's the slowest runner in the league. Jose Pirela and Solarte can flat out hit. Fun to watch.
Clark
5:22
Any real trade value for Julio Teheran this offseason or is his value too low to justify a return?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:23
He does have value. But not a good time since his value is down a bit since he hasn't been very good this season.
Mike Hazen
5:24
Should Zack Greinke be my Opening Day starter in 2018?  He is good.  But he sure consumes a lot of my payroll.  Options?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:25
Robbie Ray is also deserving of the Opening Day start. It'll be Greinke, though. He's earning his $ this season.
Danny
5:26
How much information do you have at your finger tips prior to going into these weekly chats?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:29
I'm pretty much paying attention to any relevant news whenever I'm awake and get caught up if I do fall of the radar at all. And it's very easy to look things up these days.
Nathan
5:29
Was Severino projected to be this good? Honestly, as a rookie I wasn't too impressed as he couldn't work deep into games. He's clearly worked on some stuff.
AvatarJason Martinez
5:32
Yes, he did have this kind of ceiling and showed signs of being a dominant starter as a rookie. Sophomore slumps are common. Always important to give a player with that much upside a few years to breakout. Once it all comes together, this is the result.
The Ghost of Gerald Ford
5:33
Should Jerry Dipoto go into Rehab for his addiction to trades?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:33
I love trades and I'm a big fan of building depth and trading away guys he didn't draft/sign. But this does seem like a bit much. He could have a trade addiction.
GiantsFanJeff
5:36
Jason, where do you see reason for hope for us Giants fans?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:36
The roster is filled with experienced players in their prime. If Cueto bounces back and Melancon can get healthy, I think they'll be fine. Christian Arroyo or Chris Shaw taking a step forward and becoming a solid MLB regular would also help.
Pete W
5:37
Who are the top 3 prospects in the minors at the start of spring training?
AvatarJason Martinez
5:37
My latest guess is Gleyber Torres, Ronald Acuña and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Rolo
5:39
Who's an extreme ground ball starting pitcher the Reds could target this winter
AvatarJason Martinez
5:40
Jaime Garcia, Jhoulys Chacin and Clayton Richard are free agents who get a lot of ground balls.
Ryan
5:40
Solarte has looked good at ss can u see him staying there next season.
AvatarJason Martinez
5:41
If they can't acquire a regular SS or bring back Aybar (he's been very good after a slow start), I can see him playing there at least semi-regularly. Not enough range to be the long-term answer, though.
Beto
5:42
At what point do the Rangers bench napoli and odor both with obps under 300
AvatarJason Martinez
5:43
Pretty good reason to call up Willie Calhoun. Not sure if it's happening, though. Haven't heard anything.
5:45
Gotta run. Thanks for chatting! If I didn't get to your question, feel free to send it to @mlbdepthcharts.
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