Tiger Geist

I’ve never been a huge Marcus Thames fan. There isn’t much to dislike about the guy; he’s an average defender with amazing right-handed power. But nothing really stands out about him that made me feel that he makes a team better. Granted, I won’t rant on about Thames like i will that no talent ass clown who used to play third for us, but i’m not in love with the guy.

Today’s news about injury issues with the AARP outfield the Mets are trying to field, coupled with reports that Detroit and NYM discussed a Thames deal involving some relief arms, indicates that a trade might make a lot of sense to everyone involved. Any why not? Thames’ average died last year as the team made a playoff push, and some of the lineups and off-season moves indicate the team doesn’t think he is an every-day player.

Thames digs the long ball. However, his strikeout ratio (one every 3.78 AB) puts him in poor company… though Mr Inge bested him with one every 3.3 AB. The Tigers were 4th in the AL in strikeouts last year, with two full time players (Inge / Granderson) in the top 10. With their current roster full of high-average hitters, they have to clear out some of their strikeout kings. If you have a deal on the table, you HAVE to pull the trigger. Is anyone really excited about Jason Grilli? Zach Miner? Actually, yes… other teams love batting against Grilli.

Last thought: If Inge is such a super athlete, why don’t the Tigers trade him to the Lions for a 5th round draft pick? Sure, he might have to re-do his contract for salary cap reasons, but put him in at slot WR or some form of defensive back. Problem solved.