Torres' contract status?

Betcha the G’s try for a multiyear contract. If I ran the zoo, I’d offer a decent raise for 2011 in line with what arb would probably bring, plus a very nice option for 2012 that kicks in if Torres hits certain milestones. That way, the G’s are protected in case Torres’s hamstrings catch up with him, but if he proves himself both healthy and productive in 2011, he gets the money he deserves.

Yeah, a long-term deal seems frankly unwise. For Torres’ sake, I hope the Giants give him some decent money. He’s at an age where he doesn’t have that long left, although he may still be defensively worthwhile even if he loses an offensive step. He’s such a good story and seems like such a good guy that I hope he gets into arbitration and makes some dough.

Of course, it’s hard to feel that bad about someone who’s going to get paid several hundred thousand dollars to play baseball next year. But ya know, I like him.

I’m making my prediction using position players with 3 years of service. Generally speaking, players who are good enough to start full time entering their first year of arbitration (and many who weren’t) got at least 2-3 million last offseason. Torres has been much better than merely a capable everyday starter, however, so I think he’ll get a bit more than that.

I agree, after his nightmare journey through the minors. would be a good story to be set for life, doesnt need to be a huge contract to do that.

 i think he found his groove, i am not so worried he wont perform next year, however im worried his track record of hamstring issue’s will bare its ugly face.