Gamel, Mat (MIL)

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Fri May 15, 2009 4:11 am

Gamel is one of THE top hitters in the minors, and he just got called up. Think Braun from a few years ago. I don’t see him doing much the rest of this week, but he will get some serious playing time next week. We all know how it goes, if he is lights out next week, the Brewers will find a place for him to play. There aren’t too many 30+ hr guys in the FAAB pool. With that said, I’m wondering how much FAAB it will take to acquire him?

Serious inquiries only. Thanks.

[ May 15, 2009, 10:11 AM: Message edited by: Gordon Gekko II ]

NorCalAtlFan · Post by **NorCalAtlFan** » Fri May 15, 2009 4:13 am

Only Braun had legit power. Gamel doesn't project to be a 30 hr guy. And he can't field a lick. Makes Bill Hall look like Brooks Robinson.

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Fri May 15, 2009 4:23 am

Gamel's minor league numbers from this year and last year =

AB 648

Runs 124

2B 46

Hr 28

RBIs 130

SB 6

AVG .327

OBP .400

Obviously he's a young kid who is still growing. When I see 82 extra base hits in 648 at bats, that says power is legit and could sPiKe in a big way.

Tom Kessenich · Post by **Tom Kessenich** » Fri May 15, 2009 4:25 am

Originally posted by NorCalAtlFan:

Only Braun had legit power. Gamel doesn't project to be a 30 hr guy. And he can't field a lick. Makes Bill Hall look like Brooks Robinson. Braun's defense at 3B was pretty horrible his rookie year too. I don't think Gamel has Braun's upside but I think he has the chance to be very good. Where he'll play is the question. Hall has been solid at 3B so far, so there isn't a pressing need for Gamel yet. But I like the fact he was brought up. There's nothing left for him to prove in the minors and Brad Nelson was awful.

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Fri May 15, 2009 4:28 am

Originally posted by Tom Kessenich:

quote:Originally posted by NorCalAtlFan:

Only Braun had legit power. Gamel doesn't project to be a 30 hr guy. And he can't field a lick. Makes Bill Hall look like Brooks Robinson. Braun's defense at 3B was pretty horrible his rookie year too. I don't think Gamel has Braun's upside but I think he has the chance to be very good. Where he'll play is the question. Hall has been solid at 3B so far, so there isn't a pressing need for Gamel yet. But I like the fact he was brought up. There's nothing left for him to prove in the minors and Brad Nelson was awful. [/QUOTE]Tom,

you need to remember that those stats i quoted are from a 22/23 year old.

Very impressive numbers for such a young hitter wouldn't you say.

his numbers this year alone are even better...20 extra base hits in only 119 at bats.

Tom Kessenich · Post by **Tom Kessenich** » Fri May 15, 2009 4:31 am

I agree. He's very talented. If the Brewers stay in the race, I'd like to see them use Gamel as trade bait to acquire a big-time starter - only this time one who isn't a rental but a guy under contract for a couple of years or so.

NorCalAtlFan · Post by **NorCalAtlFan** » Fri May 15, 2009 4:34 am

I'm sure he'll bang plenty of double and hit fairly well. I just don't see 30 hr power. Hitters parks where he has been. We'll see.

And yes, Braun was horrendous, but everything I hear is that Gamel is beyond that. Arguably the worst defensive player in the minors!!! Only so many spots to "hide" him.

Glenneration X · Post by **Glenneration X** » Fri May 15, 2009 4:35 am

They're bringing him up for the interleague because they'll have the DH spot available. There's nowhere else for him to play in Milwaulkee.....the corner outfield & corner infield positions are all taken by established starters and/or stars in Braun, Hart, Fielder, & Hall....

Even if there was one of those spots open, Gamel can't field at all....he is the epitomy of a DH.

His one hope of real playing time is if he dominates the interleague and the Brewers trade him for some pitching help. If this doesn't happen, expect him to be sent back down once interleague is over.

Dirt Dogs · Post by **Dirt Dogs** » Fri May 15, 2009 4:56 am

It's tough to fit a square block through a circle. The kid has talent but is only up for interleague play. There is no room for his bat in the lineup with Hall at 3B and the OF already full. I expect him to get a few at bats in then be sent back down to work on his defense or like everyone says showcase his offense during this interleague and then try to work out a trade later in the season.

I dont see much contribution in 2009

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Fri May 15, 2009 5:09 am

it sounds like i can get him for cheap!!

good, i don't have much money left.

sportsbettingman · Post by **sportsbettingman** » Fri May 15, 2009 5:33 am

When the DH list for draft day goes something like Ortiz, Thome, yuck, Hafner, yuck, yuck...there MUST be room somewhere in the AL for him.

While I'm semi-ranting...can we create a "hitters indifference" and disallow the strikeout of a pitcher who doesn't care so it doesn't count as a strikeout?

Watching Bush get Josh Johnson out twice with K's and noting Johnsons lack of effort was pathetic. Two easy K's on like 3 or 4 pitches each. (kidding here)

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Sun May 17, 2009 5:57 am

Brewers manager Ken Macha intends to play Matt Gamel as much as possible.

Macha spoke in Sunday's Boston Globe, saying that "He's one of our best prospects, 23 years old, so he's not going to sit on the bench. We're going to use him as a pinch hitter, at third, at DH when we start playing interleague. He's a lefthanded bat, so that's a nice thing for us because we're so righthanded."

Glenneration X · Post by **Glenneration X** » Sun May 17, 2009 6:49 am

Originally posted by Gordon Gekko II:

Brewers manager Ken Macha intends to play Matt Gamel as much as possible.

Macha spoke in Sunday's Boston Globe, saying that "He's one of our best prospects, 23 years old, so he's not going to sit on the bench. We're going to use him as a pinch hitter, at third, at DH when we start playing interleague. He's a lefthanded bat, so that's a nice thing for us because we're so righthanded." ......and yet once again, he's not in the lineup today, and CRAIG COUNSELL is starting at 3rdbase....hmmmmm.

Me thinks Mr. Gekko is trying to distract owners away from the player he really likes....

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Sun May 17, 2009 7:22 am

Originally posted by G-X:

......and yet once again, he's not in the lineup today, and CRAIG COUNSELL is starting at 3rdbase....hmmmmm.

Me thinks Mr. Gekko is trying to distract owners away from the player he really likes.... not at all. i have limited funds available, so i doubt i'm in the running for mr gamel. i'll i respectable amount. if i get him gReAt!! if i don't, then someone else woulda paid a respectable amount to get him. either way, i'm happy

Cseitl · Post by **Cseitl** » Sun May 17, 2009 7:59 am

I think he's saying you're bragging him up to get someone else cheap....

Looks like Bill Hall is now in the game, as they shifted Counsell to second. No Gamel yet.....

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Sun May 17, 2009 12:58 pm

anyone top me at $101?

751542 · Post by **751542** » Sun May 17, 2009 12:59 pm

159 maybe

Dirt Dogs · Post by **Dirt Dogs** » Sun May 17, 2009 1:01 pm

751542 · Post by **751542** » Sun May 17, 2009 1:01 pm

i scaled ot down significantly...

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Sun May 17, 2009 1:06 pm

Originally posted by RoundTrippers:

i scaled ot down significantly... for who?

Glenneration X · Post by **Glenneration X** » Sun May 17, 2009 1:11 pm

I bid on him for all three of my teams....

nothing crazy though.....

Glenneration X · Post by **Glenneration X** » Sun May 17, 2009 1:47 pm

Got him in 2 of my 3 leagues....

$27 in the main and $52 in my satellite....

didn't come close in my online championship team.

GOD Loves You · Post by **GOD Loves You** » Sun May 17, 2009 2:06 pm

Could you imagine if Hall(highley unlikely) took over for Weeks if he misses time and Gamel played 3rd?

Whew, have fun with those Brewers pitchers.

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Sun May 17, 2009 2:19 pm

i wasn't able to acquire gamel...

billywaz · Post by **billywaz** » Sun May 17, 2009 2:41 pm

Originally posted by GOD Loves You:

Could you imagine if Hall(highley unlikely) took over for Weeks if he misses time and Gamel played 3rd?

Whew, have fun with those Brewers pitchers. Hall wouldn't be that much of a downgrade over "the butcher" Weeks.