I’ll Post this for the third time, at the risk of another broken record picture.
1.) ExercIse the option on Wong and then trade him. Get some value for him. Edman plays second, leads off, and Carlson bats second. Sosa is your versatile backup infielder.
2.) Trade Martinez and get some value for him.
3.) Trade Miller to someone who will pick up half his salary.
You’ve just freed up $30 million that you can use to sign Brantley and Turner. You’ve solved 3B and LF for 2021, Plus you’ve gotten some value for Wong and Martinez. Hopefully several high ceiling youngsters (outfielders?) who can help in 2022 and beyond.
1. Trading Wong would be a mistake. He is the best defensive 2B in MLB. Edman playing everyday at 2B would be a significant hit to our defense.
2. We would have to eat at least half of CMart’s salary.
3. We would have to eat at least half of Miller’s salary.
The savings wouldn’t be $30M.