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Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

Send Guillorme down, let Frazier be the backup shortstop

11 votes

Send JD Davis down

2 votes

Send Dom Smith down

0 votes

Send Tim Peterson down, have JD Davis go both ways!

3 votes

Other (show your work)

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A Boy Named Seo Apr 10 2019 11:10 AM

Subtitle: The JD Davis Conundrum. Nooz outlets are reporting that Frazier is taking reps at shortstop so the Mets can see if he can be a reliable backup for Rosario. He played 9 innings yesterday (4 at short), so presumably this decision isn't too far off. Why not try it out, Mets? Good on ya. With regard to third base, JD's been a little frustrating throwing the ball, but I think I'd still rather not see Frazier take a bunch of his ABs (or McNiel's, for that matter). I bet BVW doesn't really want to demote JD after trading youngins for him. I'm not psyched to demote Dom Smith either. He's been a great bat off the bench and is solid late-inning D guy. But maybe he's the wisest choice here. Frazier new bench bat/glove guy? All of this depends on whether Frazier embarrasses himself at shortstop or not. What would you do? What do you think BVW does?

Benjamin Grimm Apr 10 2019 11:29 AM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

I would trade Frazier to a team that wants an out-of-position backup shortstop.

Edgy MD Apr 10 2019 11:42 AM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

I'm always up for subtracting relief pitchers.

Johnny Lunchbucket Apr 10 2019 11:50 AM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

Me, I go back in time and un-sign Frazier and solve all our problems at once

seawolf17 Apr 10 2019 11:51 AM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

Can't send Davis down, and unless you really think Dom needs everyday reps, he's not going anywhere either. Peterson's logical, but so is anyone else in the bullpen, who are all terrible. That said, Guillorme is the odd man out here.

kcmets Apr 10 2019 11:56 AM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

How unexciting is the prospect of Frazier's return? Voted Guilllorme.

Centerfield Apr 10 2019 11:59 AM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

I'm fine with Frazier as the backup SS. Presumably, he'll only be needed to fill in if Rosario gets hurt. And if that happens, we can get someone down from Syracuse pretty quickly. If Rosario needs a blow, then we can just rest him whenever Vargas starts since we're not fucking winning anyway.

Edgy MD Apr 10 2019 12:04 PM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

Johnny Lunchbucket wrote: Me, I go back in time and un-sign Frazier and solve all our problems at once https://d2rormqr1qwzpz.cloudfront.net/uploads/0/5/19350-wabac_machine_teaser.jpg> I imagine that it's only a matter of weeks between Fray-Fray's return and Lowrie's, but since Lowrie isn't on a rehab assignment yet, what do I know?

A Boy Named Seo Apr 10 2019 12:40 PM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

I can't believe JD hasn't logged any pro SS reps.

Frayed Knot Apr 10 2019 12:56 PM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

If you think he's shaky at 3rd then SS isn't going to be any prettier

smg58 Apr 10 2019 01:40 PM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

Davis and Frazier fill the same niche, so I don't really see room for them both. Plus McNeil might have more experience at short than either of them. I'm not against giving Dom Smith regular ABs in Syracuse, but he deserves better too. And our pitching staff is one injury away from trouble. I think a trade is necessary

Vic Sage Apr 10 2019 02:46 PM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

[BLOCKQUOTE]Davis and Frazier fill the same niche, so I don't really see room for them both.[/BLOCKQUOTE] this.

Edgy MD Apr 10 2019 04:14 PM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

Sure, but the one with options is the one who appears to have a better chance of helping the team. There's the possibility of playing Frazee for a few weeks just to showcase him and demonstrate he's healthy (presuming he is), so he can be moved. Maybe they can get an overpriced reliever for him. Maybe Mel Rojas!

smg58 Apr 11 2019 09:47 AM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

Ah, Mel "the smell" Rojas. Such fond memories. In his defense, making a return visit from Bobby Bonilla seem appealing was a remarkably difficult accomplishment.

Lefty Specialist Apr 12 2019 06:30 AM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

I'd say Davis is the odd man out. Frazier returning doesn't excite me at all. Guillorme can play 2nd/3rd/SS so I think he has to stay; he goes out when and if Lowrie ever comes back. Frazier as a backup SS is a fever dream cooked up in hookah rooms. It'll never happen.

Edgy MD Apr 12 2019 06:49 AM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

Lefty Specialist wrote: Frazier as a backup SS is a fever dream cooked up in hookah rooms. It'll never happen. Exactly what I used to say about a potential Trump presidency.

Fman99 Apr 12 2019 07:58 PM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

I think Frazier takes Guillorme's spot and they just hope that Rosario can stay on the field for every inning of every game. And Fraze gets the same pinch-spot start at 1B and 3B to spell the good players. Cause really, what has Guillorme done besides catch a bat in PSL?

Lefty Specialist Apr 15 2019 11:12 AM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

Edgy MD wrote: Lefty Specialist wrote: Frazier as a backup SS is a fever dream cooked up in hookah rooms. It'll never happen. Exactly what I used to say about a potential Trump presidency. I heard Todd was hanging with Maria Butina so who knows......

bmfc1 Apr 15 2019 01:26 PM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

Someone has to be sooner than Frazier's available. Gagnon up, Guillorme down.

Edgy MD Apr 15 2019 08:27 PM Re: Todd Frazier, Backup Shortstop?

Maybe McNeil shouldn't be trying to be an outfielder. Maybe Davis shouldn't either. Maybe Frazier should.