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Originally Posted by Slammer
Do players' demands change depending on what point of the season you are in? When is too late / too early to start negotiating?
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Yes, they change often depending upon their performance mostly. It is always good to negotiate when the player is in a prolonged slump, and not so good when he is on a hot streak. It's never too early if they are willing to talk. It's probably never too late either, although they need time to respond before they file for free agency.
I usually have good luck toward the end of spring training, and right before arbitration.