TT remaining in an advisory role probably isn't the best idea, but it really depends on structure and what the understanding is regarding autonomy of the new GM by Murphy and the BOD. The Brewers kept Doug Melvin around in an advisory capacity and it certainly didn't seem like it caused Stearns any issues at all. He went full speed ahead with his rebuild plan. You never even heard Melvin's name all season.
If TT is allowed to keep any power then it would be bad. If he's simply put in a scouting or advisory capacity I don't see a problem. TT is not a media hound. He won't be talking to the press or undermining the new GM. He may disagree with the new GM on some things, but he's a team guy and will keep his mouth shut, I suspect. Not saying it's a good idea, but I'd rather have him in an advisory capacity next year than actually being in charge.
I disagree somewhat "Pack" regarding FA. I agree that the organization likely is not willing to take on the really huge, risky, first-day deals that can put you in a financial bind. I also think they probably avoid the serious character risk/reward types. That said, they spent plenty on a guy like Peppers and others before him. I think they can and will attempt to be more active in FA, if the GM is so inclined. Again, I'm not suggesting they will chase the mega-buck first day guys, but I'm not sure they would cut off the new GM's legs as long as the finances are sound.
They enter next year $36mil under the CAP. With Shields likely retiring they will gain another $9-12mil. It's also pretty likely they cut ties with Starks, saving another $3mil. That will leave them close to $50mil under the CAP. The new GM (if there is one) will have plenty of CAP room to work with both this year, and probably in 2018.
If TT is allowed to keep any power then it would be bad. If he's simply put in a scouting or advisory capacity I don't see a problem. TT is not a media hound. He won't be talking to the press or undermining the new GM. He may disagree with the new GM on some things, but he's a team guy and will keep his mouth shut, I suspect. Not saying it's a good idea, but I'd rather have him in an advisory capacity next year than actually being in charge.
I disagree somewhat "Pack" regarding FA. I agree that the organization likely is not willing to take on the really huge, risky, first-day deals that can put you in a financial bind. I also think they probably avoid the serious character risk/reward types. That said, they spent plenty on a guy like Peppers and others before him. I think they can and will attempt to be more active in FA, if the GM is so inclined. Again, I'm not suggesting they will chase the mega-buck first day guys, but I'm not sure they would cut off the new GM's legs as long as the finances are sound.
They enter next year $36mil under the CAP. With Shields likely retiring they will gain another $9-12mil. It's also pretty likely they cut ties with Starks, saving another $3mil. That will leave them close to $50mil under the CAP. The new GM (if there is one) will have plenty of CAP room to work with both this year, and probably in 2018.