Updated Feb 20, 2013 - 9:37 am

Mike Carp traded to Red Sox

By Shannon Drayer

Mike Carp got caught up in a numbers crunch. One of many OF/1B/DH types on the current roster, there was no place for him to play. This coupled with the fact that he was out of minor-league options made it clear that the writing was on the wall. He most likely would not be with the club much longer.

Last Tuesday Carp was designated for assignment when Joe Saunders needed to be placed on the 40-man roster and today it was announced that he had been traded to the Boston Red Sox for a player to be named or cash.

The Red Sox had shown interest in Carp throughout the winter, but with a DFA most likely looming the need for quick negotiations was hardly pressing. This week they got their opportunity and the deal was made.

In Boston, Carp will compete for one of the final bench positions.

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Rayvensdad wrote...

I know we didn't have a spot for him...

February 20, 2013 10:39 am

but I have an extremely uneasy feel about what his career is going to accumulate to... now that he's in another uniform. I have a strong feeling Carp, if given consistent playing time, will be successful. He's a good lad, I hope the best for him.

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clevesside wrote...

Goodbye and so long, been good to know ya...

February 20, 2013 10:44 am

clevesside wrote... Based on past Mariners performance and future potenital.... February 20, 2013 10:41 am ...I agree with some others that Carp certainly was more than just a tease at the plate. Given consistent playing time as pointed out, I personally think that the better player was there. I think the Red Sox see the same potential. What we get in return, all things being relatively equal as pointed out, remains to be seen. Boston is in true rebuilding mode, and that always means youth, as we know waaay too well. We'll also see what those closest to the club say about the trade consequences.

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soo purletiv wrote...

@ Rayvensdad

February 20, 2013 11:22 am

I totally agree.
However, if the guy produces bountiful for Boston, then Seattle gets a better (quantified by the Mariner's management, that is) named player.
If he sux for the Sox, then Seattle dumped another unproductive spot on their roster.
Best case scenario for Seattle: Carp has a career year in 2013, then reverts to his 2012 form for the rest of his career. Worst case scenario for Seattle: Carp has his worst season ever in 2013 then goes on to become a superstar (without the PED's).
Methinks something in between will most likely transpire...

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MarkB wrote...

PTBNL?

February 20, 2013 1:29 pm

Shannon, Is there some rule that if the player the M's are acquiring was selected in the 2012 Rule 4 draft, he can't be traded before June and has to be a player to be named later?

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Stevil wrote...

^

February 20, 2013 4:17 pm

The one year rule still applies, but that doesn't mean it's a 2012 draft pick the M's are targeting. The "or cash" part makes it sound like there was a fair amount of uncertainty.

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jsean wrote...

1st base

February 20, 2013 1:33 pm

I would have kept Mike over smoak myself...I really hope Justin does work out...good luck to Mike with that bullpen in right.

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alaskapete wrote...

Carp > Ibanez

February 20, 2013 2:14 pm

This is why the Ibanez signing was so questionable. Sure Raul is kind of a fan favorite and easy guy to root for. But I think that given the same playing time, Carp will outproduce Ibanez this year, with the bat and the glove.

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Stevil wrote...

Yeah....

February 20, 2013 4:24 pm

But Wedge seems to value experience more than production. In some cases, it appears he values anything, more than production! I'm half-kidding, but really, I think several of these offseason moves have been questionable. Carp is cheaper than Ibanez as well.

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cyberscribe wrote...

Fielding should improve

February 20, 2013 2:21 pm

Carp should be a better left fielder in Boston with the green monster backing him up. Basically, he'll be playing deep shortstop and a strong arm isn't as much a necessity there.

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Stevil wrote...

^

February 20, 2013 5:21 pm

More likely to be a bench-bat playing mostly at 1B, or used as a pinch hitter.

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soo purletiv wrote...

@ Stevil

February 20, 2013 7:30 pm

Have you looked at the Boston line up lately? He is actually a welcome addition to 1st base "over there".
But then again, I thought this article was how his absence impacted the Mariners...

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Stevil wrote...

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February 21, 2013 5:30 am

Yes, I have looked at Boston's line up. And if I were making out the line-up cards, he would see considerable time at 1B! I just don't think they'll view him as a starter right away and I doubt they'll put him in the outfield.

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clevesside wrote...

Can he or can't he produce.....

February 21, 2013 10:23 am

... that is the question in Boston and was the question here. Tease or no tease?? We'll hafta find out, and I think getting more ABs with the Sox could finally provide an indication of what Carp is or isn't. Stay tuned, as usual.

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Dan1 wrote...

Stevil should be a

February 21, 2013 10:32 am

MLB analyst for ESPN.

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Mike Carp traded to Red Sox

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