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Cardinals: Huge Investment or Poor Decision?
Nov 9, 2008 | 5:17 PM
Category: Sports
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The St. Louis Cardinals may be getting another slugger in their lineup.  Is Matt Holliday worth the price to create more havoc with opposing pitchers?  Here are some of the statistics and salary numbers for each player:

Holliday Stats

The Cards will have to pay Holliday anywhere from $10 million to $13 million for one year then he becomes a free agent – this could mean MORE money.


Ludwick Stats

Ludwick on the other hand will become a free agent after the 2011 season.  So, the Cards could virtually save around $9 million each year until late 2011. 

Here’s the way I look at it – if Ludwick performs like he did in 2008 then why gamble.  Yes, Holliday is a “name brand” player but the ultimate goal is production.  Ludwick played in more games and had better numbers overall and at Wal-Mart prices!

What is your opinion on this possible acquisition?




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Speedy62269 read my blog
Nov 9, 2008 | 5:46 PM

Since any acts of STUPIDITY (rudeness) are not legally a misdemeanor yet - I will DELETE any rude remarks from experienced jerks/trolls. I do HAVE the right to discriminate!
mr_wildflower read my blog view my photos
Nov 9, 2008 | 9:36 PM

I can't believe they would even consider giving up ludwick....... Larussa is getting senile.......
Speedy62269 read my blog
Nov 9, 2008 | 10:46 PM

The way I look at it is Ludwick for ONLY $411,000 performed much better than a dude making (or billing) $9.5 million. Come on Cards management you do the numbers.

I would hold onto Ludwick for a few reasons, first and foremost because he was Pujols-like all season! Secondly, he played in 13 more games than Holliday. And, lastly, he's dirt cheap until after 2011.

Now, as for the comment about LaRussa - I have been guilty of saying there needs to be a manager change ONLY because it's just time to change faces. A change in leadership sometimes creates a new air of respect.
RetiredPro
Nov 9, 2008 | 11:16 PM

i will say that i disagree speedo...many clubs have proven that spending the big wammies gets you the ring...look at boston or the yankees...its nice to try to save some money for another player but others will bid higher and take him...these players go where the money is...holliday is a nice fit and to have 2 guys that can hit 40 homers in a season will be awesome...like the comment from mrwild on larussa ya may be right on that one...
AnswerMan read my blog
Nov 10, 2008 | 9:43 PM

I got some news for you Speedo your blogs are always pretty good but this one is not controversial enough.

Now, the other item, they just announced Holliday is going to play for the Oakland A's.

I see RetiredPro's idea but that a lot of money while I like your idea of conservation for future expenditure.

The best idea I support and like, Mr. Wild saying someone is getting senile and what do you do with senility in the MLB - promote them to office duty.

You'll see Ludwick jumping from $411K to $800K in 2009. I believe they'll do fine as long as the sluggers stay healthy.
Speedy62269 read my blog
Dec 11, 2008 | 12:06 AM

What is the rumor on the Cardinals possibly pursuing the awesome closer, K-Rod? Does anyone have any good scoop on this?
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I am me. I've been blogging since the term existed but began here in March 2007. I am completing my Doctorate of CS (Common Sense). I like a harsh debate but when ego gets involved we all tend (except ego-tripper) to shy away. I am a firm believer that STUPIDITY should be a misdemeanor.

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