re: DAT: 2017 World Champions Houston Astros offseason discussion: ASTROS ACQUIRE GERRIT COLE

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Regardless, it wouldn't seem the financials make us a favorite.

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He is already missing out on millions of dollars by coming this year. It is clear he wants to win while he's young. So the difference between what the Astros can offer versus a team like Seattle or the Yankees is only $1.7 million (I think).

But what the Astros lack in money, they make up for because they can offer a 19 yr old stud a future HOF mentors in Justin Verlander and a reigning MVP and batting title champ in Jose Altuve. That is way more than almost all other teams can offer.

He will make his Gazillions of yen through endorsements in Japan.

I think the Astros have just as good of a chance as any team not named the Yankees.

Asia Pacific countries love them some NYY.