Comments on: Is Scott Boras “controlling the process” in Carlos Beltran trade talks?

By: Kevin S.

Kevin S. — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 16:28:02 +0000

Unless Beltran is demanding a contract extension in exchange for waiving his NTC (he isn’t), Boras as his agent isn’t an issue.

By: browngoat25

browngoat25 — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 16:22:09 +0000

Makes sense to me that Beltran, even without the advice of Boras, would want to go to a team that has a legitimate shot at not only making playoffs but advancing, as opposed to just a contending team. He gets to the playoffs, he has a real shot a a ring. Also, if he has a huge postseason (like he did with the Astros), that would only enhance his payoff this offseason. I know that was 7 years ago, but wouldn’t a solid, injury-free season, with a big postseason get him an extra year and more money, as opposed to just the solid, injury-free season?

By: dodger88

dodger88 — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 16:15:44 +0000

I tend to think that Boras “controlling” the process is simply letting it be know that Beltran won’t waive his no-trade rights, which is well within his rights.

By: davidpom50

davidpom50 — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:50:14 +0000

In addition to rightly controlling where Beltran goes, Boras has an interest in what the Mets get back in return. That defines Beltran’s “value” which will help in his next contract negotation. Boras SHOULD be a significant part of the process, and if he’s involved, he’s going to be perceived as attempting to control.

By: hardballbalk

hardballbalk — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:46:31 +0000

I think you nailed it with “much ado about nothing.” The present of Scott Boras in such negotiations is no different that, say, a Drew Rosenhaus in football.

Consider:

a·gent/ˈājənt/Noun
1. A person who acts on behalf of another, in particular.
2. A person who manages business, financial, or contractual matters for an actor, performer, or writer

The job description pretty much says you’re “in the process.” I’m sure Boras is listening to his client and thinking of ways to maximize is total earning potential in a new contract. If that means finding the best situation to succeed, so be it. And no offense Cleveland fans, but the mistake by the lake ain’t exactly been the “best situation” for players in recent years. Boras will find a cozy playoff contender for Beltran……

………..God willing it’s not the Phillies……

By: xnumberoneson

xnumberoneson — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:45:05 +0000

Be that as it may, Carlos Beltran has a no-trade clause and is entitled to choose where he wants to go. Both he and Boras have indicated a preference to a) go to a winner as opposed to just a contender and b) stay in the NL. The Indians are hanging by a thread in a weak division. Beltran would prefer to be on a team that is more of a playoff lock i.e Phils, Giants, Braves, Rangers.