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Is this guy a star? This could cure a lot of ills if he's a good hitter/outfielder. Sign him and trade Melky and one of Eaton/Avi perhaps?

QUOTE (scs787 @ Aug 12, 2015 -> 02:57 PM) Win today and I'll still have some hope....yes we got swept by the Royals, but they weren't destroyed by them in any game. A loss is a loss but they still only lost each game by 1 run. So what if they "only" lost by one run in each game. They also had key blunders like the Soto pickoff. The WC window has closed. Even if the team somehow creeps to one under .500 again, it just as quickly will lose the next four to get where the team is most comfy -- about six under .500. That's how this team flies. It doesn't like to compete. It just kind of hangs out.

QUOTE (Lillian @ Aug 12, 2015 -> 06:51 PM) Lately, Danks has been even more impressive than the ERA. In his last 7 starts, he didn't give up any runs, in 3 of them. In a 4TH start, he gave up just 1 run. He did get bombed in 2 starts, giving up 6 runs in each, but I'll take that kind of overall performance, from the Fifth Starter, any time. In his last start, I didn't see the whole game, but I noticed that he was hitting 92 and 93 MPH, on a few pitches. Perhaps his strength and velocity are getting back to his pre-injury level. If he can maintain his recent velocity, and continue to locate, he'll be able to contribute, going forward. Glad to see Danks getting his props in this thread. Yes he could get rocked tonight, but his performance has been encouraging.

QUOTE (Jose Abreu @ Aug 12, 2015 -> 03:49 AM) Here's what will happen. We'll sweep the Angels, creating even more hype for the Sox/Cubs series. We'll sweep the Cubs, securing the Crosstown Cup and a 57-58 record. Then, we lose 8 in a row. I'd take the 57-58 and see what happens in the upteenth try to vault over .500.

The roller coaster is back. Not that I'm complaining. I like when the Sox are in a positive trend. You just have to be ready for the negative trend after it maxes out at four wins in a row and 7 of 8. As far as Flowers, he is having a lousy year numbers wise; only 29 RBIs and a horrific on base percentage entering tonight but he also had only 259 plate appearances. It's not like he's getting all of the at bats. Soto has a much better on base percentage in his 153 plate appearances. But he's RBI deficient as well with 19.

QUOTE (Dunt @ Aug 11, 2015 -> 02:01 PM) Why wold you dump Melky, Robertson, and Shark? I've long advocated having a "do-over" of last offseason. Albeit it may be a little late now. But those who have good memories may remember me advocating them getting dealt way before the trade deadlines. Yes, now it may be tougher, etc. QUOTE (pettie4sox @ Aug 11, 2015 -> 04:46 PM) Greg you absolutely can drive me bonkers with your bulls***. What the f*** is wrong with you, son? I've been frustrated by the team's up, down, crazy play. And LaRoche kills me not in a good way. QUOTE (Jake @ Aug 11, 2015 -> 08:08 PM) Greg is seriously one of the best parts of this website Yes! I have a supporter. QUOTE (CaliSoxFanViaSWside @ Aug 11, 2015 -> 10:57 PM) He can't be serious though . I think he must have a warped sense of humor or enjoy the attention. No one can constantly defend Danks and Flowers the way he does without some agenda. I guess people call it trolling . I mean he gets to see his name online, laugh at how crazy people get over his fake opinions. I mean he's a Sox fan no doubt but he has to be pulling everyone's legs a lot of the time. I have a thing for Danks because I like pitchers who get the ball and fricking throw it, ala Buehrle. Also I don't begrudge him the salary he makes, as I contend it's not his fault he got the big contract. I also think he's made a nice comeback from the surgery. I really like his approach. He may not have the best stuff anymore but he gets it and deals and like I've pointed out has pretty much been lights out effective HALF the time. Yeah half the time isn't good considering his salary, but I like his style. And I'm pulling for him. So sorrrrrrrryyyyyyy if you hate Danks. I love him. As far as Flowers, I probably am too kind to him. But I contend he's not the devil. He's average IMO. Maybe a little below average but he's not trash. And I don't "pull legs" or "troll." I bleed White Sox black! QUOTE (iamshack @ Aug 11, 2015 -> 11:02 PM) Have you spoken with fans at games or listened to Chicago sports radio? Greg sort of represents the opinion of a lot of our fans. Yes I wanted a do-over, trading all those guys we got in the offseason. I never was in favor of acquiring Melky cause of the roid past. But I did give Melky props when we were hot and I thought back in the WC race.

QUOTE (pettie4sox @ Aug 12, 2015 -> 02:07 AM) God no... just f***ing stop. It'd be nice if Saladino could learn to hit better. it's nice to see him vacuum everything at 3B. Quite a difference from the stiff, Gillaspie.

Sox are really playing great tonight and in this series! Rodon back looking like a special prospect. that last DP was awesome. I don't want to complain, but it's so funny. Now the Jeckyll Hyde is back in effect with the pendulum to the good White Sox after a horrific stretch of Bad White Sox, lol.

Lot of unrest in Ferguson tonight. I bet you if they start looting it'll be a different story this time. Lot of tazing and arresting I bet you.

If Hahn can dump Shark, LaRoche, Melky, Robertson, Duke and Lexi I'll be a happy camper for starters.

LOL at baseball. Last offseason no way Royals could afford him; he was destined to sign for huge bucks. Now NOBODY wants him. Way to roll, baseball execs. You made Shields a zillionaire for no reason. Nobody wants him now after everybody had to have him and pay him MEGA bucks! That will be this offseason with Shark. And the fanbase will be all excited during the winter ... til reality hits in May and June and they want to dump the salary, lol.

Great win for the Jeckyll and Hydes. This team is due to win 4-5 in a row and get to one under .500. That's how they roll.

QUOTE (BigEdWalsh @ Aug 11, 2015 -> 06:03 AM) Well, they're for sure going to learn if they don't know already that Sox fans are not in real good moods. I actually used the word "optimistic" though. I couldn't help it because frankly I am. Not for this season any more but in general, I am. Why optimistic? I know our pitching is great but it's been allegedly great for some time now and we continue to be a last place team in the Central. I don't really think Saladino and Sanchez are the answer despite their good gloves and Eaton and Avi are still question marks for the future. You guys like our setup men, I think they blow. Petricka and Putnam are average at best and Duke isn't that reliable. Robertson is great but still blows a lotta saves. Flowers' long streaks of suckage are a constant problem and Lexi is old. So why are you optimistic. Anderson has to be great or we are in a world of hurt.

QUOTE (Dunt @ Aug 11, 2015 -> 04:05 AM) It's great Avi had a good night, but he still only has an OPS of .701 AFTER his home runs tonight. Temper the excitement a little, he has still had a miserable season. Well, you got to enjoy the good nights, right? He looked like a ballplayer today. QUOTE (pettie4sox @ Aug 11, 2015 -> 04:13 AM) Give a rest with your shenanigans. I can't help it if you guys constantly bag on two of my favorite Sox, Danks n Flowers.

QUOTE (Saufley @ Aug 11, 2015 -> 12:48 AM) My one word: Disappointed I put disappointed as well. I said I was very disappointed. I didn't use the 'E' word. I also said I was disappointed at the team's continued suckage vs. the Central.

QUOTE (Quinarvy @ Aug 11, 2015 -> 01:57 AM) BLIND SQUIRREL POWER! No, he's an average catcher. There aren't many catchers out there that can hit. Look at Soto ... one might argue he cost us the game the other day getting picked off.

QUOTE (SouthSideSale @ Aug 11, 2015 -> 03:51 AM) He's made adjustments and it's better. Hope he keeps it up He gets hot once in a while. He's like the team, really. Constant roller coaster. I think we all hope he makes it big. He does look like he tries.

Wow the good White Sox are back. Oh well, you got to win one game before you win 10 in a row.

QUOTE (CrimsonWeltall @ Aug 10, 2015 -> 07:53 PM) And he's obviously lying. Do you not get that part? In a sense, you're right. Donald Trump could say virtually anything, no matter how stupid, dishonest, or rude, and his support would probably stay about the same. That's the benefit of appealing to idiots. Sadly for Trump, most conservatives aren't idiots and he has no chance. Be careful. You can't call me an idiot and get away with that.

QUOTE (CrimsonWeltall @ Aug 10, 2015 -> 01:18 PM) lol. It's not an out - it doesn't even make sense. He's continuing to get bashed for it, and rightly so. ...and do you even know what an alibi is? I think it's already died down. He said he didn't mean what the deviants say he meant. Perfect job by Trump. He'll ultimately be thrust out of the race but not over this issue. he survived it easily.

QUOTE (Lip Man 1 @ Aug 10, 2015 -> 07:10 PM) Guillen, who was the 1985 A.L. Rookie of the Year with the White Sox, won the World Series in 2005 and also got the club into the playoffs in 2008. He had five winning seasons in the eight years as manager and was named Manager of the Year for his work in 2005. Five winning seasons in eight years. Not half bad! I'd bring him back with a clause he's fired if a committee of owner, GM and 2-3 others deem any of his public statements socially unacceptable.

QUOTE (Lip Man 1 @ Aug 10, 2015 -> 04:38 PM) I wouldn't be surprised if two / thirds of the crowd this weekend for the Cubs series are made up of Cub fans. And I wouldn't blame Sox fans for staying away given the franchises performance certainly since September 2012. Something else I've noticed which should be troubling to the organization. On the on-line version of the Tribune the past two mornings, not one word, one story is about the Sox on the page that first comes up on the screen. As bad as the Sox are you'd think the "badness" would get some mention. It isn't. The Sox are becoming totally irrelevant in their own city. Not blaming the papers in one sense (although from a journalistic standpoint it shouldn't matter what the team's record is). My guess is that the majority of the season ticket holders who signed up this year after the off season spending spree on veterans in their 30's won't be back. Mark It'll be very embarrassing with all those Cub fans in the park. Sox fans are smart. They've long given up on the season. Cubs are playoff bound right now. Very embarrassing to have the Cell turn into Wrigley South this weekend.

QUOTE (The Ginger Kid @ Aug 10, 2015 -> 03:02 AM) Yes, you're right. The Sox should've traded the guy they traded for in the off season 2-3 months into this season. Packing it in back in May/June would've been the way to go. Then his 3-4 month rental price would've brought a friggin boatload of prospects. At least 3 weeks before trade deadline. Most people figured the team was ridiculously bad and that would have brought us a haul.

QUOTE (CrimsonWeltall @ Aug 9, 2015 -> 09:14 PM) It's brilliant to look like a total tool? Everyone knows he's lying. Not so fast, Crimson. When you have a perfect out as he does (saying you have to be deviant to think he meant her period) people can't really call him on this anymore. I mean no candidate wants to be called a deviant perv. I don't even think you'll hear much more about that. Writers won't go there anymore cause Trump has a perfect alibi. Ditto TV announcers. QUOTE (Alpha Dog @ Aug 10, 2015 -> 12:19 AM) I believe that is where most of his appeal is coming from. There is a big PC backlash and it is somewhat refreshing to see someone go without a filter. I believe most people want SOMETHING done about illegal immigration and everyone else is afraid to talk about it unless they are kissing the amnesty crowd's asses, so when he goes off about deporting everyone and electrified fances etc., people like that they are hearing something for a change, even if it isn't something the wholeheartedly agree on. I agree Alpha. Personally I like hearing a guy with no filter (remember I LOVED Ozzie for the same reason; I love on that HBO show when Ozzie told the Marlins closer everybody including the owner and GM wanted him replaced and Ozzie was the only one who didn't think he was horses***). I do love the no filter. However, I'm sure I'll eventually tire of Trump as will most every Republican (unless those other candidates remain boring and un-watchable). Like I said I don't like the fact he has his ties made in China and as a crutch says he does it cause he's a businessman. He said when he wins he'll get it to where companies will want to move back to the USA, including his companies. I say f*** you. You could make your ties here right now and brag about it to other companies and you'd be a great American. He knows it's wrong to make his ties in China. To conclude ... as of now I love Trump being the un-PC contrarian. But deep down I do realize he's a bastard, cut-throat businessman and I won't vote for him.

Did anybody see Vacation? Was it so bad you walked out? Heard it was miserable-bad.