The guy put up terrific numbers in the second half of the season (although he hasn’t done very well in the playoffs). I’m all for a 1-2 punch of Gallardo and Greinke.

After only one year, I’m a bit surprised someone would want to make a decision like that which doesn’t really have to be made for another 12 months or so.

I suppose there are some players that will always play better with a contract in hand instead of looming fee agency. Greinke tries hard enough as it is. I’d hate to see how much harder he tries when he has a free agency offseason hanging over his performance.

Agreed on the pick up basketball. Hopefully he doesn’t take up ultimate frisbee or something. Maybe Mark A should get that man some golf clubs and personal lessons from Steve Stricker.