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QUOTE (knightni @ Jul 14, 2008 -> 03:12 PM) I think that they should have extended Garland more years than for what they did, and allow Contreras to become a free agent. They were using their budgetary contraints at the time. Kalapse, I would agree with you that it was possibly a bit early/premature to extend Jose for 3 more years (thus keeping him here for 4 years given his age). Still, I don't think anyone anticipated that his velocity would fall off that quickly (without any sort of injury).

QUOTE (Dick Allen @ Jul 14, 2008 -> 02:24 PM) As crazy as this may sound considering their seasons up until now, I'd rather KW take Blanton off Beane's hands. Blanton is the guy I'd target. He's not an ace, but he's a solid pitcher whose value is down a bit.

Wow, thats awesome to have that many songs. The game will never get old with all those options.

QUOTE (tommy @ Jul 14, 2008 -> 02:15 PM) It would be great addition to our already solid rotation. I don't see it happening. After reading the original post on WSI it seems like most of members there do not have too much faith in the original poster and are treating it semi-serious, more like a huge rumor, maybe it's just me tho. I'd trust that poster. He has been pretty accurate in the past.

QUOTE (SoxFan1 @ Jul 14, 2008 -> 02:07 PM) Harold and Kumar 2 > the 1st one. Hilarious movie. I enjoyed it as well. It had some parts which were a bit more out there, but still hilarious assuming you aren't easily offended.

I think Giordano's is over-rated.

QUOTE (Tony82087 @ Jul 14, 2008 -> 01:28 PM) Instead of posting over 35 posts a day, why don't you think before you post? The last thing Oakland wants is bloated contracts. Even with there spot in the standings, they are rebuilding. They want young, cheap talent that will be around for a while. Contreras as no value to a rebuilding team, right now the Konerko contract is an albatross(even though I think he is going to turn it around), and Cabrera is an expiring contract(but has value to the Sox). This isn't the NBA. Technically OC would have value to the A's as well. He could help them this season and than leave as a FA and the A's would get 2 1st round picks (Beane has often times acquired guys soley to get draft pick compensation for him). Not saying that would be the A's primary target though (nor would the Sox trade OC for a starting pitcher or at least not one named Duchscherer).

QUOTE (danman31 @ Jul 14, 2008 -> 01:35 PM) What has made Duchscherer so successful this year? Look at his career numbers and try not to think aberration. Technically speaking he's posted a career low 3 ERA at the major league level and his minor league ERA was in the middle three's. He's definitely given up fewer hits than ever in his career but as a whole his major league numbers are very good (obviously not leading the league in ERA good, but above average for sure).

QUOTE (whitesoxbrian @ Jul 14, 2008 -> 01:23 PM) Instead of just posting negatively about everyones' posts, why don't you post what you think they'd want? Lance Broadway John Shelby Josh Fields (I know they have Chavez, but he obviously has some talent and could play LF or 1B) Haeger Poreda Egbert Wasserman That would just be a few guys that he could have interest in

QUOTE (whitesoxbrian @ Jul 14, 2008 -> 01:20 PM) So give up on a SP in whom you don't trust his arm for another? Good logic. I think it'd be a solid pickup. Like Tony said though, we'd probably have to give them a lot. Contreras, Paulie, Cabrera, etc. We really can't compare Jose Contreras and the guy that leads the majors in starters ERA.

Got to like a guy with a 1.82 ERA as a starter. He's a very proven reliever but another question that pops up (Question #3) is how he will handle all these innings. He missed a good chunk of last season with injuries and has never went more than 96 innings at the major league level (prior to this season).

Saw this over at WSI and figured I'd post it over here. It would be very interesting and the Sox/A's obviously have a history of dealing with each other (both GM's have some of the biggest ego's in baseball). Still, you would be talking about getting a starter who has been downright dominant this season. The only question I ask is do the Sox have enough to acquire him (prospect wise) and how much of a chance are they taking on the fact that they are buying a guy while he's at his highest market value.

I just sent a PM to all of the people who said they were playing with the details. I'll also include the information within this thread for anyone that may just want to swing by and say hello or is interested in playing (the more the merrier): Remember, you are more than welcome to bring friends and significant others. Time:2pm arrival, playing ASAP after warmups. Locale:http://www.planet99.com/chicago/tour/armour_park.html What to Bring:Yourself, any bats you want, any tailgating supplies you would like to share NOTE: IF YOU DID NOT RECEIVE THE PM AND ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE LET ME KNOW AND I'LL SEND IT YOUR WAY

It sucks that Ryan Howard didn't get in.

Obviously the article is a little harsh, but the actions of the senate getting involved in some of these financial institutions is a huge joke. They don't have a f***ing clue how these companies are ran and while IndyMac and many of the large financials got involved in some risky investments that backfired, they still have the resources and abilities to recover long-term. But when idiots like this senator go out and grand-stand they end up putting out statements which completely effect how the market and individuals react.

QUOTE (ChWRoCk2 @ Jul 14, 2008 -> 12:20 PM) I'm picking Hamilton to win this thing. Berkman I think takes second. I'm going Hamilton and Utley to finish 1st/2nd.

QUOTE (Jeremy @ Jul 14, 2008 -> 11:51 AM) Egbert and Haeger are on fire in Charlotte. I'd love to see either of them instead of Contreras but I'd be shocked if that happens. Be it the absurd extension we gave Contreras or the decision not to move him at all costs during the trade deadline last season, Kenny has shown that he's pretty dedicated to Jose. At the time the extension was given, I think you'd be hard pressed to believe he would have broken down this quickly. He was electric at the time of the deal and the financial figures were much smaller than what he would have gotten on the open market.

QUOTE (Kalapse @ Jul 14, 2008 -> 08:30 AM) So if Swish goes 16 for 59 with 9 walks over a 16 game stretch rather than 14 for 57 with 11 walks it goes from being only a decent stretch to a great one? 16/59 = .271 AVG, 14/57 = .246 AVG. Batting average is an incredibly volatile statistic, swing at a 3-1 pitch that's out of the zone and have it fall in for a single in 2 ABs spaced 10 games apart rather than drawing the walk and suddenly your batting average for a 2 week stretch of games jumps 25 points. An .868 OPS and 13 RBIs over a 16 game stretch is pretty good for a versatile player like Nick Swisher, the absence of 2 singles doesn't bother me much when he's drawing a s*** load of walks but maybe I just value players like Nick Swisher over empty batting averages like Toby Hall and his .289. I agree average is a volatile stat and I'm not going to say that Hall is better than Swisher (That would be ridiculous as you still have to look at peripherals). However, I would argue that those two singles would be more important than two walks. Lets say the single comes with runners on 2nd and 3rd. That single drives in two runs where as a walk wouldn't drive in any runs. Or if a runner is on 2nd, the single could drive in a run, where as the walk puts guys on 1st and 2nd. Bottom line I still think it is important for a player to get hits and I will not consider anyone a great player that hits under .250.

Happy Birthday!!!! Hope its a spectacular one!!!

QUOTE (shipps @ Jul 14, 2008 -> 05:19 AM) No doubt about it brother.We can go Friday night although Juan is gonna bother me all day to go he will probably crap himself of anxiety. Juan, crap himself, I don't believe you.

QUOTE (kyyle23 @ Jul 14, 2008 -> 03:54 AM) wasnt that Kevin O'Neill? Nobody likes that guy Yep

Recorded it, gonna check it out tonight.

Depending on the hat, either 6 7/8 or 7. Very few hats fit me right (a lot of them are too tall for my head).

QUOTE (daa84 @ Jul 14, 2008 -> 06:56 AM) brady has always had alot around him, youre right, which certainly helped...but most of the greats do too, peyton always had tons around him too....montana and young had rice, elway had great running games etc. ....i dont think hes the best ever, at least not yet, but its hard to argue with what the guy has done....though i do think he had the benefit of knowing the defense before they even lined up frequently 2 years ago Brady had absolute s*** around him offensively and he still kicked butt. The guy is absolutely ridiculous. If you want to give the argument of a guy whose always had something around him, look at Peyton Manning. The question is has he always had something around him or has he made a lot of good guys look like stars?

QUOTE (Molto @ Jul 14, 2008 -> 08:49 AM) I will play only if I'm allowed to hit off a tee. :lolhitting Don't worry, Jeff will put the ball in his hand and you can hit the ball off that.