They're simply a "mid" team, nothing more, nothing less. There isn't a magic bullet on the FA market to save the team considering the amount of empty spots heading into this off-season. That combined with the hope the existing roster bats bring their average up, and the pitching remains the same, is a tall ask. The fact Atkins effed up and traded a heavy amount of prospects without having a steady stream of callups, is causing what we have today. The only reason they're rolling this back again is marketing - who can blame them? I really do think one or two of Vlad and/or Bo are gone, but I doubt it'll be at the deadline unless they're completely out of it. Really those conversations at extension or deal should be done now. Tough to get full value if waiting a lot longer.
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