Peavy makes pitch for Lofton
Posted: Saturday April 26, 2008 10:03AM ET
Jake Peavy's next start is Sunday, but the Padres' ace made an unscheduled pitch on behalf of Kenny Lofton yesterday. "I like Kenny," Peavy said of the unemployed outfielder. "I think he'd bring a dimension to this ballclub that we don't have any of -- we have no team speed. "It's not my call. It's not my decision. But he'd definitely be a spark." With the Arizona Diamondbacks now 8 1/2 games ahead of the Padres in the National League West, the Home Team's suggestion box may soon be more crowded than its ballpark. There is no spark. There is no buzz. There is little reason to believe the players currently in place are capable of sustained slugging, consistent pressure on the basepaths or superior defense.
Jake Peavy, AP
Comments (22)
wow throw the whole team under the bus jake!
Sox Sider | 04/26/08, 10:06 AM
Report Offensive CommentHe's right, the Padres need some juice.
Coletrain | 04/26/08, 10:16 AM
Report Offensive CommentThe Padres got worse over the offseason after over-performing last year. They are two nice hitters away from being a really good team....
Peavy doesn't want to waste his entire career in San Diego and never get to a WS.....
Cain-Willis. In & Out... | 04/26/08, 11:08 AM
Report Offensive CommentWhile it is highly unlikely San Diego is going to do this, at this point it's not a bad idea. Jim Edmonds and Scott Hairston are not getting it done offensively or defensively (Edmonds can't cover Petco, plain and simple) as was the plan in the outfield. Lofton would not be a bad idea. Peavy is not throwing anyone under the bus. He is stating facts about his team - a franchise he agreed to stay with and sign with long term in hopes the future was bright. As a Padre fan/realist, I don't see too much being bright about my team right now.
EastCoastKeith | 04/26/08, 11:13 AM
Report Offensive CommentPeavy must be remembering Lofton as he used to be -- why bring in an old guy? -- there must be some young speedster around -- look at the 'no name' kids the Giants found ....
silverblack23 | 04/26/08, 11:16 AM
Report Offensive CommentHey Coletrain: Speaking of Padre problems (take a number, get in line) the catcher position is wearing real thin with Barrett out still. What's your opinion on Chad Moeller possibly helping an anemic offense like San Diego (I just saw he was designated for assignment)?
EastCoastKeith | 04/26/08, 11:16 AM
Report Offensive CommentSpeaking of Padre problems (take a number, get in line) the catcher position is wearing real thin with Barrett out still. What's your opinion on Chad Moeller possibly helping an anemic offense like San Diego (I just saw he was designated for assignment)?
EastCoastKeith | 04/26/08, 11:16 AM
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I know this wasn't directed at me, but Moeller is known more as a defensive catcher. His career average is lower than .230, though he did look good in his short stint with the Yankees. If he gets more games in, it looks like he's able to swing the bat better. Even in Petco Park, I think Moeller could help with more regular duty, albeit with limited success.
hiya | 04/26/08, 11:43 AM
Report Offensive CommentThanks for info hiya...
EastCoastKeith | 04/26/08, 11:53 AM
Report Offensive CommentHiya is correct. He's a defensive catcher that has just gotten hot as they called him up.
I don't think he can keep that up. I can see him hitting .250 but not like the way he was hitting before.
Coletrain | 04/26/08, 12:19 PM
Report Offensive CommentDon't you have Josh Bard, Keith? He's good...
Coletrain | 04/26/08, 12:19 PM
Report Offensive CommentI can't believe Lofton isn't on a team. He still has some baseball in him.
NORCALSURFER777 | 04/26/08, 12:50 PM
Report Offensive CommentHe's right. Lofton, even though 40+ years old, has the "IT" factor that every athlete is looking for. Lofton has the experience, speed, and can mentor other ballplayers.
Dkaulein | 04/26/08, 02:41 PM
Report Offensive CommentColetrain: I love Bard!!! If there's a positive right now for SD it's that this guy has taken the workload behind the plate on his own on a daily basis with Barrett out. I just fear Barrett being gone for a long time and eventually Bard needing a breather. I saw Moeller's name in the transactions in the paper in this morning and here you see my silly knee-jerk reaction...
EastCoastKeith | 04/26/08, 03:21 PM
Report Offensive CommentAs a Texas Rangers' fan I can't believe that the Rangers aren't talking to Lofton! If you haven't noticed the Rangers are one of the worst teams in baseball.
guatemiguk | 04/26/08, 03:22 PM
Report Offensive CommentNotice how Lofton changes teams every year? Wonder why? He's pretty much burned bridges in every city in America..... he can only be tolerated for a very short time, despite his talent. You think maybe word is around MLB by now?
Sir Robin (as himself) | 04/26/08, 04:46 PM
Report Offensive CommentPeavy is a smart man. Lofton makes the whole lineup better. What do the Padres have to lose?
Tell it like it is | 04/26/08, 05:25 PM
Report Offensive Commentnot only the pads, but any team could use a player like kenny, even the cubs
c g | 04/26/08, 05:54 PM
Report Offensive Commentwhy not Juan Pierre? Dodgers have too many OF's I'd rather have him than old man Lofty
Lou Gossett | 04/26/08, 06:43 PM
Report Offensive CommentLou Gossett, Pierre would cost a prospect plus the Padres would have to pay his salary, which is way too high, for the next few years. Lofton would give as much or more in terms of contributions to the team, plus he'd be a one-year signing at a fraction of the cost.
Are you a Dodger fan that wants your team's mistakes erased, or just mildly retarded?
Tell it like it is | 04/26/08, 10:31 PM
Report Offensive CommentI'm a Padres fan but the NL West is stacked as always and its a struggle to keep up with all the other hot teams in the division. Maybe a change does need to happen to spark the Pads.
Eshie | 04/27/08, 12:26 AM
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