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How many is that?

I admit I was shitposting here. My post was low effort and a bit trolly. I wasn't being honest/ignored context about what you were talking about when you said "journalism was dead" and you're right that Keith Law didn't write that. I don't want to lie or purposely misconstrue what you said since you have a reputation and this is part of your career, so my apologies. The one issue I did have, however, is your tweet about how all these Sox fans who have never seen Boston Smith or Mason Adams play were convinced they shouldn't be moved, and that discourse is crazy. The large majority of fans haven't seen these guys play. The diehards have seen highlights, look at box scores and keep up with the various prospect publications. At the same time, publications like FutureSox HAVE been pumping up these 2 guys up for how they have been playing and the improvements they have made. Then the second they get traded, they are just some low level prospects and fans are getting mocked for caring about them getting moved.

It’s a limited roster. Not a lot of outfield flexibility unfortunately.

The 2011, 2012, and 2013 Astros lost 324 games. The 2014 team wasn't great but markedly improved. The 2015 team made it to the LDS and lost. The 2012, 2013 and 2014 Cubs lost 286 games then made it to and lost the LCS the next year. The 2017, 2018 and 2019 White Sox lost 284 games then made it to the Wild Card the next year and lost. I don't think the 2026 White Sox are an outlier at all, given the statistical proof above and that year, rebuilds when done right are proven to lead to successful seasons. And that's cherry picked examples in this century alone. I know you're finding it ridiculous that we are all pondering this possibility, but this ain't the gotcha you think it is.

The Orioles did this just a few years ago. They lost 333 games the 3 (full) seasons before jumping to basically the same pace we’re at right now.

All of them that were in first place.

How many 84 win teams have made the playoffs?

How big of an outlier is a team that has lost 324 games in the last 3 years being in a playoff position?

The Red Sox are on the biggest hot streak in their 130 year history, on a team thats a solid club but certianly not world beaters. It's a massive outlier. I don't know if they're cheating but its extremely curious.

Can't get anything past you Ron

That is literally the point. Both teams are playing at levels WAAAAY outside of their historic recent norms. We are questioning one of them as cheaters, but not the other.

I get it. This is a reference to Matt Damon in Good Will Hunting.

An 84 win pace? Also I never commented anything about the White Sox pace

No. Once you get so far into the season, the current season record takes over priority.

I think something could be going on with Peters off the field. Since the all star break he has done a complete 180 on the field. I remember reading that his wife went to the emergency room during the all star festivities. Maybe she has some health issues that are weighing on him. I don't know I'm just guessing but the change in him has been baffling.

I would too. Sox apparently don’t agree.

Hate? Who hates him?

Pretty much a full time DH now, though? Obviously thought their playoff odds/revenue share chances were better. We shall see. Definitely a better pitching staff over there...White Sox are duct taped and barely held together by baling wire.

You think a playoff pace is in character for a team that has averaged 108 losses a season for the last 3 years?

A good problem to have but there is an infield crunch that needs to be resolved in the not too distant future. I love the guy, but would not be surprised if Colson is the odd man out. A combination of options at SS and his value on the trade market, plus variance in his performance, make him the most likely to be dealt of guys on the current ML roster. Chase is a steady presence. Love both guys!

I don’t comprehend how anyone could hate on this kid.

It goes with the territory. Now everyone is hating on Peters Braden any catchers Mune Colson Vargas...even Antonacci's defense and hitting against LP. Davis Martin and pretty much any non Burke starting pitcher...maybe a bit of appreciation for Kay. Will probably change yet again in 2-3 weeks, right?

It’s been sad to see him become a black hole at the plate. The adjustments made to pitchers approach while facing Peters have been overwhelming for him. Him getting back on track or Doyle unlocking untapped potential at the dish are story lines that are extremely important for our success down the stretch.