Yesterday it was announced that Paul Byrd's option was picked up by the Tribe for 2007. While I was okay with that, I wonder if Mark Shapiro talked with his agent about the possibility for a suspension based on the HGH news which came about just before game seven of the ALCS.
It may be apples and oranges, but if the Red Sox were able to add this into Schilling's contract, then why wouldn't the Tribe be able to protect themselves financially if Byrd was suspended for 25 games?
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If Byrd is suspended, the Indians don't have to pay him for the length of his suspension. The issue is not one of finances, then, but of having enough pitching depth to stay competitive during the period when your 4th starter is on the bench for at least 5 starts.
Excellent point woodsmeister. I guess on the bright side, at least starting pitching is one area where depth is fairly solid.
Also...I like Pronk Needs You. Keep up the good work!
Shawn
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