Chris Antonetti

We took our time to examine all potential alternatives, contacted every team, and tried to make the best deal we read more

We took our time to examine all potential alternatives, contacted every team, and tried to make the best deal we could. I think there were a lot of teams, like us, that liked his talent, but found it hard to find a spot on their major league team.

I think it's more of a question of timing. The timing of his development, combined with the development of our read more

I think it's more of a question of timing. The timing of his development, combined with the development of our team, didn't align.

He's a guy that will add some depth to our organizational pitching. He'll start at Double-A, in the bullpen. He read more

He's a guy that will add some depth to our organizational pitching. He'll start at Double-A, in the bullpen. He has an average to plus fastball with pretty good secondary stuff and a good mentality on the mound.

We continue to have ongoing dialogue with both representatives. We're always hopeful of reaching an agreement and not reaching a read more

We continue to have ongoing dialogue with both representatives. We're always hopeful of reaching an agreement and not reaching a hearing. At the same time, in some cases, it's a necessary part of the process.

He's impressed. He continues to take steps forward in his development, and we're excited about the progress he's made.

He's impressed. He continues to take steps forward in his development, and we're excited about the progress he's made.