BrittBurnsFan

Should be a single and an error!

Why couldn't we have a Bobby Witt, JR in this class!

Green space is an interesting suggestion...I LOVE Petco Park for a ton of reasons. One of them is the "look" of a park beyond CF. That said...if you are looking for an urban feel (not saying you are) I wonder how much green space can be created and still max out on what the developers will be looking for (profits). I enjoy thinking about a future ballpark and I enjoy looking at past ballparks and what makes them unique. Good topic of conversation!

Respectfully...was this really a concern? I mean...why wouldn't he sign with the team that drafts him #1 and will pay him like a #1!

What has been past practice in terms of labor disputes and players getting service time missed by a lockout/strike? I am sure this is something that is negotiated during the process...but does anyone recall the outcomes of past labor disputes concerning this issue? I feel like I recall players getting service time...that could factor into how long we get to enjoy Murakami. Maybe? I hope all of that stuff is worked out late summer/early fall!

Has this been posted yet? Chicago MagazineA Modest Proposal for a Better BallparkThree ballpark enthusiasts imagine a new White Sox stadium that brings seats closer to the action, corrects past mistakes, and democratizes the fan experience.

Thanks for the info! Great stuff! Again...appreciate your daily posts!

THIS! We don't want to be talking about dealing him...but we also know JR isn't going to sign him to a monster deal (even by White Sox financial standards)! Either he is or isn't worth it...but unfortunately the clock is ticking! A 2 year window of time only allows the organization a few chances to capitalize on their investment. Ticket sales ain't doing it...so we will have to acquire talent in exchange for Murakami. I just feel with all the moving parts (trade deadline, labor issue in the off-season)...I think to truly get "something" for him...probably have to deal him sooner than later. Had he signed a traditional contract where we controlled him for 6 seasons...different story!

I guess I could look it up...but was Ted Lyons injured? Seems odd that his last victory came in April. What an incredible stat though...28 straight complete games! Holy smokes! Thanks for putting these daily histories together!

I just keep asking myself...what is the timeline for the White Sox to get the most in return for Murakami? Is it this trade deadline (knowing the labor situation)? If we hold him and we play a short season next year...that would have to diminish any return? And who knows...maybe the first half of his first season will be his best stretch in his career? We have no idea! BUT...the the jokes at the expense of the White Sox organization would be off the charts if they trade him in two months! Yet that might be our best bet at getting something in return! We only signed him for 2 seasons for this purpose! To get something in return...

Are you suggesting you forgive Bennetti for having to follow a HoF'er? Because he did, Jason followed Hawk...and Scriffin is following a future HoF'er...Bennetti will be in the HoF! Bennetti is AWESOME!

We know the answer to that right!? Because of who he was traded for...and who made the trade to acquire him! Not saying that is justified...but it feels like the truth.

Fair enough...however, outside of seeing the young guys come up and play well or not play well...what observations make this a pleasant experience? Noah S got a standing ovation last night for...BEING A FRESH FACE! That is a huge showing of where this fanbase is...just give us something new and different!

FINALLY!!!!!!!!!