Blue Jays Sign former closer Chad Cordero
by JohnnyG on Jan 3, 2011 5:56 PM EST
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Apologies to Yunel who had the link up faster here, but I can't promote fanshots and fanposts and I wanted to get something on the main page.
According to the twitter feed of the player's agent, Chad has recently completed a deal that will see him try his hand north of the border this coming year. There are no details as to the length or size of the contract but at this point given his recent injury concerns that this is one of those classic low risk high reward type signings.
In 2005 Chad Cordero was closing for the Washington Nationals and was great, he was an all-star and even got some Cy Young and MVP votes. More recently he has had his fair share of injury problems, he had shoulder surgery in 2008 and has only appeared in 9 major league games since that point.
You can see Chad's career stats here. He is still only 28 so he could turn it around.
He looks to be in the running for a bullpen spot with the team this year to replace one of the many arms that we have lost.
Personally I am kind of indifferent to the signing. One of those situations where I feel that if it works out then great, if not it is no big loss and the team won't be hurting because of it.
Sound off in the comments below!
Update: As per Gregor Chisholm (Jay's new beat reporter) the deal is a minor league contract
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Meh
I’m not going to get too excited about him, although as a competition signing I like it, should really light a fire under everyone of the potential bullpen arms this spring.
Chad Cordero is trending in Canada on Twitter right now.
We are seriously starved for baseball information at this point aren’t we?
"Overkill is underrated" "I love it when a plan comes together"
Twitter is the thing with all the tweets...
Worth a shot
But no high hopes or anything.
In honor of the Jays 2nd Baseman who played with fire in more ways than one.
by Damaso's Burnt Shirt on Jan 3, 2011 6:12 PM EST reply actions
it certainly can't hurt
Cordero has been a great reliever when healthy (though it’s been a number of years) and had nice numbers in the minors last season.
"Let us go forth awhile, and get better air in our lungs. Let us leave our closed rooms... The game of ball is glorious." - Walt Whitman
his numbers in AAA
were alright, alot better than what i thought they might be, on par with about what Purcey did down there early last year (if not better).
Good move nothing to get overly excited about yet though, wait til spring
Well.
Just reminds me of Dustin Mcgowan with injuries. Hopefully he can come back and provide some value. Typical AA signing, and I could see this working out potentially.
Update from MLB Gregor Chisholm
It’s a minor league deal. Really low risk
"Overkill is underrated" "I love it when a plan comes together"
Twitter is the thing with all the tweets...
Great Stats When Healthy
And an Expos 1st pick in 2003…so EH EH knows this guy well. Shoulder surgery guys are always a crapshoot, but every once in awhile you catch lightening in a bottle, or a Chris Carpenter being worth a shot.
I like this signing a lot. Outside the box, but it’s only upside.
It’s a good thing that EH EH is Canadian, or we might lose him a few years down the road.
For some reason I really like this signing
When he’s healthy he’s great. Let’s hope he comes back healthy.
Jose Bautista has a higher midi-chlorian count than you do.
no problem man
as long as people got the news
To Infinity. And BEYOND!!!
by YunelTheLazyLatino on Jan 3, 2011 7:28 PM EST reply actions
He seems to have been aided quite a bit by BABIP & LOB%
his FIP & xFIP is average/below average.
To Infinity. And BEYOND!!!
by YunelTheLazyLatino on Jan 3, 2011 7:30 PM EST reply actions
though not in the minors last season
He had a 4.0 K/BB ratio and only gave up two homers. His FIP numbers, accordingly, were excellent.
"Let us go forth awhile, and get better air in our lungs. Let us leave our closed rooms... The game of ball is glorious." - Walt Whitman
I’m a fan. Low risk, but high reward. If he can return to All-Star form (and I’ve always believed he could) than he should be able to at least compete for the closer spot with Frasor and/or Dotel.
by AErskine on Jan 3, 2011 8:12 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Let the underwhelming off season continue! Like everyone else is saying its a no risk move.
Avi: Should I call you Bullet? Tooth?
Bullet Tooth Tony: You can call me Susan if it makes you happy.
In slightly related news, I hear Kevin Gregg signed with Baltimore
DRAFT PICKS!!!
I'm thinking that when the Leafs win the Cup, I'll lose my drinking problem.
Great Pickup, Low Risk, High Reward
AA Really seems to like these deals, and they seem to have much more purpose than the past GMs (Tomo Ohka anyone)… Even if Codero just provides some depth and becomes a 7th inning guy, this screams huge upside…
On another note… with Texas signing Beltre, they now have one Michael Young and his 16mil per season sitting there useless…. Wondering what everyone’s thoughts would be on a Young for Wells swap… Get us out of 23,21,21,21 mill over 4 years, replaced by 16,16,16 for 3… not sure if texas would, but they could use another outfielder, and we could use a 3B… just a thought… opinions ???
Never Happen
Rangers have Hamilton, Cruz, Murphy and Bourbon in the outfield, and if they are really worried about Bourbon as an everyday player, they’ll either move Hamilton back and use Bourbon as a cheap 4th OF, or go and make a deal for a guy like Ellsbury. Dealing for an expensive contract on an aging Wells in CF is only an marginal upgrade for a year or so at best.
So, sure, if they make that offer, you take it now. Hell, I’d even deal to take Bourbon back (young, speedy, dubious bat and defense but inexpensive and potential to improve). But the only way they make that offer is if Nolen Ryan is completely hammered when AA calls.
Forgot Murphy
But Bourbon doesn’t seem like an everyday outfielder, and as the 4th would be good… I’m thinking though, would they rather have Wells to man one outfield spot, or Young rotting as the DH or potentially sitting the pine??? The aging Wells isn’t a real concern as he’s 2 years younger than Young if I recall…
It might take a bit more than a one for one swap, but I wonder if Ryan would have to consider something like Wells, and a Starting Pitcher (maybe Scrabble, or Litsch).. maybe send back Young and prospect ???
I don't think I'd trade Wells for Young straight up
even if the Rangers would
"Let us go forth awhile, and get better air in our lungs. Let us leave our closed rooms... The game of ball is glorious." - Walt Whitman
We can dream! I would love to have me some michael young. We would almost have to put davis in center…would be a great time to alex rios….why did he have to finally play well?
by ddbumpus on Jan 4, 2011 9:58 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
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