With a disappointing season all but over in Fogelberg, the talk-radio jockey’s have been speculating on possible changes in the off-season for the Falcons. Here are the top 3 rumors circulating:
1. Lou Boudreau will be added as a lifetimer – Manager Don Zimmer and the Falcons have made no secret about their love for Boudreau’s play at shortstop. This could be an interesting dynamic for fellow lifer Paul Molitor as he has underperformed the last two full seasons. The addition of Boudreau would certainly spell a reduced role.
2. Pitching mix-up – Johnny Podres, Andy Messersmith, Carl Hubbell, Bob Turley and Moe Drabowsky can all be assured that they have a place on the staff, but where they during the game might be up for grabs. Rumors are flying about 8th inning specialist Bob Turley getting a shot at a starting spot and trying Messersmith in either a set-up or closer role… More than likely Bruce Hurst is done with the Falcons after two seasons and a possible trade of Lee Smith to the Merrimack Owls could also come to light.
3. Zimmer to step down – Having accomplished more in ASB than any other manager, Zimmer is rumored to be contemplating retirement. “This rumor is complete hog wash!,” a player on he Falcons who wishes to remain nameless said recently. “The success of the Boilers and McKeon has reinvigorated Zimm!”
