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QUOTE (NorthSideSox72 @ Dec 3, 2009 -> 11:09 AM) Yeah, but he spent most of his minor league career behind the plate. My assumption is (could be wrong) that Fox was moved because the Cubs had a catching logjam anyway, and due to injuries to Johnson and Bradley, needed another OF. He didn't become a OF/1B until 2007. But I also can't find any scouting reports on his defense at C - they may have moved him because of that. If anyone knows about that, I'd be curious to hear it. Bottom line though, he's a very weak option at DH, but may possibly be a backup C option. That is certainly something we agree on. I would have to get a better gauge on him at C, the one thing that would make me thing it could possibly work is how much AJ catches, backup catchers with the White Sox flat out don't work very much! Although, even if he's passable at C I might want to lean towards a strong defensive catcher so against certain teams with certain of our SPs on the mound they have a chance to throw out a runner or two.

QUOTE (NorthSideSox72 @ Dec 3, 2009 -> 10:50 AM) Looking at Fox's career, he really only had two very good partial seasons in the minors, and I see no indication of a guy likely to hit anything like 40 HR. I don't see him being much of a DH, he'd probably be one of the weakest in the league. But... if we think he can handle catching pretty well, I might like the idea of him being the backup C. He can also get some AB's in the OF, and at 1B. If he can be had without giving up any significant prospects, he'd be a cheap option there and have a better bat than most backup catchers. He caught in 3 games last year for 7 innings. I saw at least one of those and I seem to remember Len and Bob kind of tongue in cheeking the commentary about his skills/comfort level back there.

If the Sox traded Jenks for Fox it would be a pure salary dump

QUOTE (iamshack @ Dec 3, 2009 -> 10:04 AM) Was Fox just a brutally incompetent defensive catcher, or did they switch him because of Soto? I'm not sure when he was switched, if memory serves me right there was only a two year window when they would have switched him because of Soto because Soto was a magical Iowa Cub who all of a sudden started hitting the crap out of the ball in the minors then his rookie year. However, watching some Cubs games I seem to remember Len and Bob basically saying it would be a stretch for Fox to play catcher at the MLB level consistently and it wasn't because he hadn't played it in awhile, more because he struggles back there.

http://www.baseball-reference.com/players/f/foxja02.shtml Basically no defensive position, .311 OBP, 96 OPS+ and he was 25/26 last year. If the Cubs thought he had 40 HR potential they would have crammed him in that lineup somehow. I would much, much, much rather have Thome as the Sox everyday DH next year.

QUOTE (Rowand44 @ Dec 3, 2009 -> 12:23 AM) I'd like to thank spike for spoiling tonights show for me. I had to watch the replay tonight and spike already had the final being advertised, that was just great. That is kind of lame that they would do that. Looking forward to the fights on Saturday, for a free card there could be some good ones, I always look forward to seeing Bones fighting, that fight against Bonnar was crazy, he did like 3 pro wrestling moves! I could see Roy grinding out a decision against Schaub, especially if it goes to the ground.

QUOTE (CrimsonWeltall @ Dec 1, 2009 -> 11:20 PM) Find out what the dealer paid invoice for the vehicle using sites like Edmunds. Look for people online talking about how much they paid for 09/10 Escapes. Go to a bunch of dealerships and get quotes. You have a bunch of money and you want to buy soon, gimme your best price now. Don't like what you're hearing? WALK. They will call you and prices will magically improve. If they stop budging on the price of the new vehicle, try to get them to give you more for your trade-in. Go for the new 09 instead of the 10 unless it has significant upgrades. They want to unload those. This sums it up very well. With all the info the public has available to them, you should go in knowing exactly what you think is fair to play, tell them that number and don't b.s. with them

QUOTE (LosMediasBlancas @ Nov 30, 2009 -> 01:00 PM) Was he a stumbling, shirtless, barefoot, drunk mess who repeatedly exposed himself to the crowd? Did he tell any jokes? He's got some classics. An all time music treasure. I'm jealous. Anyone catch any of HBOs RnR HOF concert over the weekend?? Stevie Wonder and John Legend were doing a Michael Jackson song, when suddenly Stevie was overcome with emotion and broke down crying. He tried several times to regain his composure, but it took him a good 30 seconds to get back on track. Such a rare and genuine moment, gotta admit, it put a lump in my throat. you nailed it except no exposure! Turns out he bruised his ribs on the last song Friday

If I am in Notre Dame's inner circle and we get rejected by Urban and Stoops, I call The Old Ball Coach.

Randy vs. Coleman at 109

Saw The Jesus Lizard last night at the Metro, first time I've seen them in probably around 10-12 years. They are such an incredible live band. Yow is a touch calmer, didn't spend 90% of the show in the crowd, but still amazing. Truly a Chicago treasure.

I usually see most PPVs I want to see, either MMA or boxing, because luckily I have a group of friends who are in for it, and if you split the PPV and drinks and food it usually ends up being equal to or less than going out

QUOTE (elrockinMT @ Nov 25, 2009 -> 03:35 PM) We could compete in a trade like this and trade a number of prospects, but at what point do you think we have stripped the system enough? Of course with PK going to LAA they will have to kick in at least one or two and us a couple don't you think? Not sure this is really a doable trade though I imagine Flowers and Hudson leading a trade would be intriguing to many teams for many players, if something like that happens you have to rely on your scouts and system to replenish. If I'm KW, I "overpay" for Adrian

500k for one year, little risk, big potential.

http://www.mmaweekly.com/absolutenm/templa...91&zoneid=2 Bisping/Wand at 110 in February. This was originally rumored to be Wand/Akiyama.

awesome, glad to see the writers nail this one right on the head!

I've now seen a second interview, with MMAWeekly.com, where Dana says he expects Rampage to fight Rashad if he wins his next match, so I imagine most of that has been smoothed over. Also a youtube link where Dana says the last year Brock has been at 60% so imagine what he'll be like in his comeback, so hopefully that means Brock is coming back

no doubt about it. Congress used him as an example of a clean player and he got ripped off of a MVP by a dirty player. I think they'll put him in as an example

QUOTE (JuiceCruz16 @ Nov 23, 2009 -> 01:16 PM) Floyd is a MUCH better buisness man then Pac. Pac has the traditional promoters and handlers all with a million hands in his purses. Floyd has always dealt for himself and because of that does not get swindled out of what HE is bringing in. Bob Arum and the like will be the holding point if there is one. The traditioanl leeches that use up the fighters. Floyd will fight Pac and they will break the bank! I still like Floyd in the matchup, he is faster and naturally bigger. A pure defensive master, but Pac-man should "check his chin", which is still somewhat of a question, due to the fact that nobody has been able to land on him. Can't wait to see it. http://boxing.about.com/b/2009/07/04/floyd...ut-of-money.htm maybe he's good at getting money for fights, but after that... well, he's probably not the greatest money man, this is just one of many stories, just google Mayweather money problems and over the last year many stories like this exist

I'm a big fan of Harold, he was the superstar on the Sox when I was going to my first games at Old Comiskey, but I think he comes up a little short.

QUOTE (zenryan @ Nov 22, 2009 -> 06:37 PM) Mayweather doesnt fight guys who are capable of beating him. Hope it happens but I'm not holding my breath. Yeah, this is definitely my first thought on the fight, but I just think at the end of the day there is so much money in a fight like this that he will end up doing it. The argument is who gets the larger than 50% chunk of the pot. Mayweather's argument got a little weaker since Meltzer had Pacquia/Cotto at 1.25 buys, larger than Mayweather's last fight. I can't see this happening until August/September of 2010.

If I'm reading the Sox position on Pods correctly I agree with them. Basically they will take him back, but only on a one year reasonable deal.

I enjoyed the PPV and watched it with a good number of casual fans and they really enjoyed it. Saunders looked good in the prelim match, looking forward to see if the Swick performance had him ramp training up or if Davis was just a step down. Ben only has about 10 pro fights so he can definitely be on the upswing. Why did they bring in Baroni? A few reasons, they signed him and Lil' Nog about the time Strikeforce signed the CBS deal, they were looking to keep people with names or big personality away IMO. Also, the people I watched it with had no idea who he was, but automatically hated him, he's a great "heel" and people liked Amir more because he gave him a beatdown. Finally, he'll give performances like that, he'll stand and bang, and we'll probably see him again. Great to see Lil' Nog have a great performance. as far as Cane goes, it was like he never sparred with a lefty, it was odd. I like Kos and good to see him, that match was like a 1970's wrestling match! It was fun and entertaining. Main I had 29-28 with Tito getting the first round. Again, Tito knows that he's a draw because people love to hate him, so he ramps it up a little. Tito/Forrest III would be the perfect main event if the UFC ever get a network deal.

at the press conference yesterday Dana said if Rashad beats Thiago in January his next fight will likely be against Rampage, but just last week he was saying he wasn't coming back... who knows, I think Rampage will be back by the middle of next year

Aldo is a scary fighter right now. I wonder if he'll try to beef up and make a run in 155 in the UFC, there's more $$ in that