Adam Dunn to Houston looks likely

nate7891 · 07-05-2005, 01:37 PM

There has been quite a bit of talk around Houston and on ESPN that has Adam Dunn going to Houston for Ezequiel Astachio, Taylor Buchholtz, and Fernando Nieve. Both Astachio and Buchholtz were a part of the Billy Wagner to Philly to trade. Buchholtz was supposed to be main guy but Astachio has turned quite a few heads. He has become the Astros Best prospect (i think). Fernando Nieve has made major improvements and was just called up to either RR or CC, I forget which. Both Buchholtz and Astachio have ace type stuff and Nieve is in the mold of a number 2 or 3 type starter.
This would surenly deplete the Astros farm pitching except for 1 or 2 guys. But then again Dunn is only 25 and he could do wonders at MMP. So you never know.

TonyJ · 07-05-2005, 01:44 PM

Personally I think that would be a fantastic trade for the Astros. Players like Dunn are not exactly common and the Astros really need more young(er) hitters.

Gastric ReFlux · 07-05-2005, 01:47 PM

I always find it depressing to read about prospects who were once in the Phillies organization. Thanks, Ed.

darkhorse · 07-05-2005, 01:50 PM

I sincerely hope this a dunn deal for the 'Stros. Houston's pitching is playoff worthy. Dunn is an elite hitter and would be a huge addition to the everday lineup.

Daddy Warbuk$ · 07-05-2005, 03:13 PM

I'm not really impressed with Adam Dunn, I think in Houston's line up he won't be pitched too as much, and we all know he can't hit a curveball for crap.

I think Astro's may want to hold off on trading prospects, they are toast this year.

TonyJ · 07-05-2005, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Daddy Warbuk$

I'm not really impressed with Adam Dunn, I think in Houston's line up he won't be pitched too as much, and we all know he can't hit a curveball for crap.

I think Astro's may want to hold off on trading prospects, they are toast this year.

Yeah, he sucks!

OPS+ of 141, 118, 112 and 152 in his four major league seasons and he's 25.

Akrobat · 07-05-2005, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by TonyJ

Yeah, he sucks!

OPS+ of 141, 118, 112 and 152 in his four major league seasons and he's 25.

Dude, his OPS this year is ONLY 15th in the league this season! I can name 14 other players that I'd rather have than Dunn and that is too many!1!!

Gastric ReFlux · 07-05-2005, 03:52 PM

In a couple of years, Dunn's OPS+ will probably exceed Womack's OPS straight up.

abailey3313 · 07-05-2005, 04:16 PM

How funny would it be if Dunn surged them into the playoffs Beltran style, then got traded to the Mets and floundered?

Kezzek · 07-05-2005, 04:22 PM

Damn, I was hoping the Twins' "rumored interest" would amount to more than just rumor.

Hammer755 · 07-05-2005, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Kezzek

Damn, I was hoping the Twins' "rumored interest" would amount to more than just rumor.

Well, "looks likely" actually means "rumored on several message boards", which is pretty far from anything meaningful. I know the Reds' front office is dumb, but can they possibly be this dumb? Unfortunately for their fans, I know the answer is yes.

randomlefty10 · 07-05-2005, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Hammer755

Well, "looks likely" actually means "rumored on several message boards", which is pretty far from anything meaningful. I know the Reds' front office is dumb, but can they possibly be this dumb? Unfortunately for their fans, I know the answer is yes.

Well, they did sign Eric Milton to a 3 year 25 million contract.

SWardle · 07-05-2005, 05:21 PM

I stand by my earliest assessment that the Reds are the worst franchise in baseball (currently). Not only do they have a Triple A team in the majors but they're ran by a band of idiots that couldn't run a lemonade stand much less a MLB team.

Steve-O

sixto · 07-05-2005, 05:25 PM

Too bad the Phillies already have three well established outfielders in Abreu, Burrell and sparkplug Kenny Lofton. Adam Dunn or Austin Kearns would look awfully nice hitting into Citizens Bank Park's mini power alleys.

TheRockCT · 07-05-2005, 06:29 PM

I would definitely sign the paperwork on this if I were the GM of the 'stros. Dunn could easily hit 50-60 bombs in that park, and he's still young. I mean, I know no one's going to jump on any trade for Griffey at this point, but there are other Reds that can be dealt for specs before you start tossing Adam Dunn around. The least they could do is hold off until close to the deadline to see if a team will chuck their entire farm for him.

lincarnate · 07-05-2005, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by sixto

Too bad the Phillies already have three well established outfielders in Abreu, Burrell and sparkplug Kenny Lofton. Adam Dunn or Austin Kearns would look awfully nice hitting into Citizens Bank Park's mini power alleys.

You might want to re-read the thread, or hell, even the title.

sixto · 07-05-2005, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by lincarnate

You might want to re-read the thread, or hell, even the title.

Why, so I could read more about Ezequiel Astachio?

Mike D · 07-05-2005, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by lincarnate

You might want to re-read the thread, or hell, even the title.

Uh, I think he means "too bad the Phillies already have a set outfield, otherwise maybe they could get in on the apparent Adam Dunn sweepstakes. I'm sure the reds would take an old aging outfielder for him. If only Glanville hadn't retired."

lincarnate · 07-05-2005, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by sixto

Why, so I could read more about Ezequiel Astachio?

Ah, nevermind. I misinterpreted your post. Sorry.

Astros02 · 07-05-2005, 07:11 PM

I highly doubt this will happen.

07-05-2005, 01:37 PM	#1
nate7891 All Star Reserve Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 553	Adam Dunn to Houston looks likely There has been quite a bit of talk around Houston and on ESPN that has Adam Dunn going to Houston for Ezequiel Astachio, Taylor Buchholtz, and Fernando Nieve. Both Astachio and Buchholtz were a part of the Billy Wagner to Philly to trade. Buchholtz was supposed to be main guy but Astachio has turned quite a few heads. He has become the Astros Best prospect (i think). Fernando Nieve has made major improvements and was just called up to either RR or CC, I forget which. Both Buchholtz and Astachio have ace type stuff and Nieve is in the mold of a number 2 or 3 type starter. This would surenly deplete the Astros farm pitching except for 1 or 2 guys. But then again Dunn is only 25 and he could do wonders at MMP. So you never know. __________________ Keeping idiots in suspense. "If they blew up Wrigley tomorrow, it wouldn't bother me at all. That ivy is nasty, the infield grass is waist high, and they definitely have the most vulgar fans." -- Houston Astros outfielder Lance Berkman. Easiest job in Sports: Third Base Coach Job Requirements: Depth perception, and ability to do “the windmill”. Last edited by nate7891; 07-05-2005 at 01:44 PM.

07-05-2005, 01:44 PM	#2
TonyJ Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Gassin' Kurds Posts: 2,019	Personally I think that would be a fantastic trade for the Astros. Players like Dunn are not exactly common and the Astros really need more young(er) hitters. __________________ My Podcasts: Talk Democratic Dysfunction Name Two Bands with Andy and Andy

07-05-2005, 01:50 PM	#4
darkhorse Hall Of Famer Join Date: May 2002 Location: fort worth, tx Posts: 10,850	I sincerely hope this a dunn deal for the 'Stros. Houston's pitching is playoff worthy. Dunn is an elite hitter and would be a huge addition to the everday lineup. __________________ "The Human Torch was denied a bank loan."

07-05-2005, 04:16 PM	#9
abailey3313 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 3,718	How funny would it be if Dunn surged them into the playoffs Beltran style, then got traded to the Mets and floundered? __________________

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Kezzek All Star Reserve Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Keyboard - frantically typing in subtle insults to raise my self-esteem Posts: 973	Damn, I was hoping the Twins' "rumored interest" would amount to more than just rumor. __________________ - Kez, P.E.

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Gastric ReFlux Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Member #3409 Posts: 8,350	I always find it depressing to read about prospects who were once in the Phillies organization. Thanks, Ed.

07-05-2005, 03:13 PM	#5
Daddy Warbuk$ Minors (Single A) Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 62	I'm not really impressed with Adam Dunn, I think in Houston's line up he won't be pitched too as much, and we all know he can't hit a curveball for crap. I think Astro's may want to hold off on trading prospects, they are toast this year.

07-05-2005, 03:52 PM	#8
Gastric ReFlux Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Member #3409 Posts: 8,350	In a couple of years, Dunn's OPS+ will probably exceed Womack's OPS straight up.

07-05-2005, 05:21 PM	#13
SWardle Banned Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Seeking my El Dorado Posts: 548 Infractions: 0/1 (4)	I stand by my earliest assessment that the Reds are the worst franchise in baseball (currently). Not only do they have a Triple A team in the majors but they're ran by a band of idiots that couldn't run a lemonade stand much less a MLB team. Steve-O

07-05-2005, 05:25 PM	#14
sixto Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 2,262	Too bad the Phillies already have three well established outfielders in Abreu, Burrell and sparkplug Kenny Lofton. Adam Dunn or Austin Kearns would look awfully nice hitting into Citizens Bank Park's mini power alleys.

07-05-2005, 06:29 PM	#15
TheRockCT All Star Starter Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: TN Posts: 1,083	I would definitely sign the paperwork on this if I were the GM of the 'stros. Dunn could easily hit 50-60 bombs in that park, and he's still young. I mean, I know no one's going to jump on any trade for Griffey at this point, but there are other Reds that can be dealt for specs before you start tossing Adam Dunn around. The least they could do is hold off until close to the deadline to see if a team will chuck their entire farm for him. __________________ GM, Vermont Emperor Penguins - POTD POTD Champions: 2011, 2012, 2013 GM, Monterrey Aztecs* - NABA *NABA Champions: 2013

07-05-2005, 07:11 PM	#20
Astros02 All Star Reserve Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Houston Posts: 506	I highly doubt this will happen.