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Originally Posted by flames_fan_down_under
I agree they need more impactful signings than IKF and potentially Joc. Where I disagree is the issue of BA or OBP.
The issue with this team is lack of power.
They lack the doubles and home runs to make teams pay for all those guys getting on base. I want a guy who can hit home runs. Luis Robert, Pete Alonso. Someone who teams have to fear when he comes to the plate. Thought Vladdy could be that guy but it's getting pretty apparent he has a major weakness that can be exploited.
They were 16th in home runs last year.
Trade Manoah, or Barriera, package with Orelvis for a guy who can hit bombs.
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OPS is probably a better metric than batting average or OBP for this team's needs.
I think they are probably one top tier bat away from being a contender. I was hopeful they could find someone for the outfield or DH hole that would bring that, but it looks like the outfield is coming back the same and the DH position might be platooned/used to rest starters.