The Offseason: 1/5/2021

Whew, how about those Eagles press conferences huh? Almost makes you wish for the days of Andy MacPhail. Or not. I could see either way.

The football team here in Philadelphia is a mess right now, but the Phillies aren’t exactly looking great themselves. We’re still patiently waiting for them to do something, so when we make a roster projection like we did yesterday, the current roster doesn’t look quite as good.

Now, there is still time, but I think we’re all getting this sinking feeling that maybe this thing is going to last well into February, maybe even March.

On to the links.

Phillies news:

• Here are some of the officially named spring training invitees that are headed to Clearwater this year.
• This is from a few days ago, but if the Phillies cannot sign J.T. Realmuto, perhaps a trade for this catcher would appeal to them.

MLB news:

• The Yankees should bring back Didi Gregorius, Here are five reasons why.
• Rafael Devers is staying at third base for 2021 as the Red Sox seem intent on leaving him there for now.
• An interesting look at whether payroll mattered in 2020.

Rumor roundup:

• The market for this outfielder is starting to heat up.
• Liam Hendriks has been seen around the Toronto Blue Jays complex, leading to speculation that the team is negotiations with him.
• The Mets are reportedly out on Japanese pitcher Tomoyuki Sagano.