06 Jul 2017 04:07:22
Pirates get: Ryan McMahon(IF)

Rockies get: Juan Nicasio

Might be a little steep but given the lack of arms available at the deadline the price may be high

Pirates get: Ryan Mountcastle(SS) and Keegan Akin(LHP)

Orioles get: Juan Nicasio

Both teams need bullpen help in order to stay competitive in the long run


1.) 06 Jul 2017
06 Jul 2017 05:48:02
"Lack of arms available"

If they have a heart beat and play for San Diego, they'll be available. Teams won't be overpaying for mediocre upgrades this summer.


2.) 06 Jul 2017
06 Jul 2017 06:53:20
Nicasio mediocre?


3.) 07 Jul 2017
07 Jul 2017 06:20:18
Nicasio isn't mediocre. Under a .230 BAA induces a lot of ground balls. And has given up zero homeruns.


4.) 07 Jul 2017
07 Jul 2017 15:58:28
His FIP is actually lower than his ERA which means you could argue he has been slightly unlucky.


5.) 07 Jul 2017
07 Jul 2017 19:57:50
His xFIP stays relatively the same, yet gives up no home runs.
His BABIP goes down, but so does his K/ 9.

If anything, you could argue Nicasio has been unbelievably lucky this season.


6.) 09 Jul 2017
09 Jul 2017 18:11:54
Baltimore wouldn't give either guy for both players in that deal.