Chisoxfn
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And here come the pretzels
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I'm surprised the BoSox didn't consider going after him. My guess is they got some good news on the Ortiz front and now believe he'll truly be back by the end of July (instead of potentially out another couple months which had been rumored).
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QUOTE (JPN366 @ Jul 17, 2008 -> 10:35 AM) He obviously can hit in the Carolina League as we know. Anyway, according to the Barons broadcasters, significant and "exciting" roster moves are coming today. They couldn't talk about them last night. I wonder just how aggressive they get with Beckham. I can't imagine they would push sign him and send him to AA immediatel, but I can't see who from Winston Salem would be considered exciting. Unless someone from Charlotte is coming down or if the Sox are going to sign someone like Garcia and have him and Elo join the AA roster.
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QUOTE (JPN366 @ Jul 17, 2008 -> 10:18 AM) If you guys had watched them both play over the past three seasons, you'd agree with me that Valido should go before anyone else. Schnurstein led the Southern League in fielding percentage for first basemen and Valido has 20 errors. 20 boneheaded errors, and that's not being partial or spiteful. That's just the ugly truth about Valido. It just seems a little on the harsh side. I know it's a business, but you don't go that cold on a guy who grew up a diehard White Sox fan and hold onto a pitiful clown who nobody wanted in the Rule 5 draft last December. They should have just demoted him and promoted Brandon Allen or C.J. Retherford. W-S is making a playoff push in the second half and Micah could have helped down there. Valido should have been gone a long time ago because of his production. When you also factor in the facts that a few of us with close contacts win the org have informed us about Valido (I won't go any farther than that as I refuse to put the exact details out there, but if someone looks back at his past they can probably read between the lines).
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I enjoyed the first episode. There were a couple slower moments, but overall entertaining. Will definitely keep it on my list of scheduled recordings on the DVR.
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Check that, in the process of fixing it.
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Fixed. Let me know if anyone has any problems with it now.
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Its too bad, I was a guy that really believed in Schnur. He had a little bit of a long swing but hit the ball hard and absolutely raked early on in his career. Very good guy too, one of the better interviews I've ever done and just an all around good guy. I wish him nothing but the very best of luck in the future. Alos, I probably was the person who at one point in time said he had a shot at being better than Fields (although I think I also long stated Fields had more "raw" tools). But we know I've never been as high on Fields (or Anderson during his ascent through the minors) as most experts have.
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You want to post politics, get out of this thread and go into the buster. Any political posts or bashes relating to the president which occur from here on within this thread will result in an immediate suspension.
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QUOTE (Jordan4life @ Jul 16, 2008 -> 01:36 PM) I'm back! Freedom feels oh so good. I got out a few days early due to good behavior. It was f***in' brutal while I was in there. I have learned my lesson. Glad you made it out okay and that you've learned your lesson. Welcome back to society!!!!
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I'd be thrilled if the Hawks got that for Barker & Khaby but I think it is far more likely that Seabrooke would be the one that goes.
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Took them a while to finally announce the roster. I know it was decided the night of the Futures Game. The fact that Richard is included means that the White Sox didn't protect him under the assumption that they would have some thought of using him on the major league roster anytime soon. Some pretty rock solid guys on the roster, which is nice to see
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QUOTE (RockRaines @ Jul 16, 2008 -> 12:00 PM) Let me ask you people this. Anyone ever been to SF? (calling all you cali sox fans) In SF all they eat is this sourdough pizza, you can get some pretty good s*** near the piers. I wish they had that here, its AMAZING. Yep and that stuff is bomb.
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Your disgusting Row...your disgusting. Thin Crust >>> Deep Dish. Where in Chicago has awesome thin crust (someone once told me on here that Chicago has some awesome Thin Crust pizza).
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You'll be missed Pablo and no matter where you go, I'll always cheer for you (but I won't cheer for you to do anything that would beat the Sox).
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Per Mark Gonzalez on Danks:
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Per Mark Gonzalez
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Per Mark Gonzalez
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QUOTE (NYSox35 @ Jul 15, 2008 -> 03:59 PM) If it's 4 years @ 8 million per for Joe, count me in! That is pretty damn reasonable. He'll give us a much better all around 3B than Fields w/o hurting our budget elsewhere. I'd expect around 4yrs @ 12 million per. He could even end up getting more.
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QUOTE (SoxFan1 @ Jul 15, 2008 -> 03:36 PM) QB yes. WR, I disagree. I might be the biggest fan of this WR core in the world. LLoyd still has good potential. He can make some spectacular catches, he works the middle of the field, and if he can go back and produce like his 05 season, he'd be a damn fine #2. If Hester could learn where to line up before the snap and become more reliable catching the ball (big IF), he has potential to be a stud WR with his breakaway speed. Booker is still a solid WR. He's going to catch everything thrown at him, and is a great asset to a team with QB issues. Bennett is the 3rd rounder who I think can really surprise some people. And then you have guys battling in Hass, Rideau, Monk. I'm really REALLY hoping we could land Favre... The problem is you are talking about a s***load of "ifs". Booker is the only guy to prove much anything at the NFL level over the past couple years (when it comes to the WR position) and he's clearly on his last legs. Aside from that no one else has proven anything. Bradley has proven he can't stay on the field. Hester has proven he's raw (with ability) and Davis has shown he's nothing more than a slot WR. Who knows about the rookie WR's. Bottom line, this is as s***ty of a WR corps as you can have to start the season. That doesn't mean it can't become good, but no way in hell should JA be complimented as of today based upon what he put together (you should never have to rely on that many uncertainties at a key position such as WR to start the season, imo). You should have a couple certainties and than run your risk in one or two guys potentially breaking out and making things even better.
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Financials are a tremendous 5 year play, imo.
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I'd buy this site for millions off myself so I can say Soxtalk is a million dollar site I honestly wouldn't change much. I'd buy a place in Chicago, the mountains, and Orange County and take care of any debt my parents or close friends would have (that list would extend to my 10 best friends). After that I'd put a good chunk in various savings type mechanisms which would ensure I'd always have enough money to support myself and my family) and than use the rest to be involved in various business investments (I'd also probably put myself back in college for an MBA, just because I think it would be an enjoyable experience which would help benefit my professional career). I would also have interest in getting involved in a sports franchise if I had enough money. I'd also try to donate to various charities.
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QUOTE (DBAH0 @ Jul 15, 2008 -> 11:33 AM) Well I'm going to Vegas in a few weeks also (yes I'm going everywhere it seems), for a boys weekend with about 4-5 guys my age. Hopefully staying somewhere close to the Strip. What are the best Casino's, clubs / bars etc. if anyone's been? Oh and MiddleBuffalo, have you seen that South Park episode where they go to Aspen for a weekend for a 30 minute Time Share meeting? Hope your weekend certainly doesn't turn out like that. Remind me to walk you through the musts of Vegas when we are at the game or tailgating. Hell, I'm going to be out there again in August, when are you going to be there?