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QUOTE(Timoperezrulez @ Apr 9, 2006 -> 01:57 PM) He is kind of starting to worry me, he looks lost at the plate right now, in order to win he has to get on base. Hawk and Dj kept mentioning how this is like is spring training, if that is so then why isent he in triple A or something? I really hope he gets on track soon. You need to remember he had a short swing. However, despite going hitless today he was able to hit the ball on the ground 4 times (just one flyout) and I think he's getting a bit closer (swing wise). However, right now he's also pressing and because of that he's swinging at pitches he usually would take. Right now I'm not near as concerned as most because over the long haul good teams win and we are a GOOD team. No guarantee we make the playoffs but I'd be shocked if we aren't in the thick of things come August and September.

I've only listened to a few games this year, but I know the Knights have some pretty quality announcers or at least they did the few times I was there. I've never had a problem with it though, mainly because I'm listening to find out whats going on with the prospects and don't pay much attention. Plus in the minors a lot of these guys announce along with doing other key jobs for the organization so its a real busy thing where they can't focus on just one thing.

He was a minor league free agent and while he had an amazing year he isn't considered a prospect, rather a solid minor leaguer who can help a minor league team win (will never help a major league team win). The O's signed him for organizational depth.

QUOTE(Flash Tizzle @ Apr 8, 2006 -> 02:17 PM) I didn't mean to give the Indians credit for developing him. A sizable portion of the Indians club was assembled from trades as it is. I know Sizemore and Lee came over from Montreal during the Colon trade, and I believe Belliard was aquired from Colorado (?). I'm sure there are several I'm forgetting. Belliard was a top prospect who bellied up with the Brewers and than went to Colorado and sucked. I don't think the Tribe traded for him nor did they ever possibly expect him to figure things out all of a sudden. Him whooping like he has was like how Elo came in and kicked butt and won the Cy Young that year for us (a total shock).

QUOTE(Cali @ Apr 8, 2006 -> 11:27 AM) No I did not eat any Wheaties.... You were eating the Whities again weren't you

QUOTE(Tony82087 @ Apr 8, 2006 -> 09:57 AM) SUPERDOG!!!!! BTW, my dad flames me every time I eat a hot dog around him, so I understand it. Now that looks like a dog

QUOTE(Frankensteiner @ Apr 8, 2006 -> 01:11 PM) We're not 1-4 because of Logan and Thorton. Technically one of those losses could be pinned on Logan. However, I'd rather put the blame of that game on our offense for stranding 20 plus. Today Politte got hit up and it was one of our so called better relievers who got the loss. I only saw the first few innings and the last few, but we look completely flat right now. Vazquez looked real good though.

QUOTE(CWSGuy406 @ Apr 8, 2006 -> 09:12 AM) Would I be correct in saying that Broadway's ceiling probably isn't that high? I mean, even if he has a great year, it just doesn't seem like he's the type of guy who's got the potential to be a top of the rotation starter. Of course, that's certainly not a bad thing -- if Broadway develops into a #3-4 type who will give you innings along with an ERA around 4.25 every year, I think that'd be a good payoff for a mid-first round pick. He does have that cuve which is a plus plus pitch. But right now I think its too hard to make projections. He'd be one of those aces that doesn't blow you away with stuff, but if he can improve his changeup (and considering that our org is really becoming good at teaching the change, I think there is a good chance at that) he could really turn into a pretty damn good prospect. He's got a solid fastball which he can control, his curve is freaking filthy, if he can mix in a good to plus change with that in time and command all 3 pitches thats enough to be a #2 or so starter in this league. Sure he won't have the arm scouts ooze over but being able to throw 3 good pitches for strikes worked good for Bmac. Actually Bmac and Broadway have similar stuff. You got to remember up until Bmac really refined his change, his curve was considered a plus pitch (and still is pretty good) but his changeup blew past that and he can spot his fastball. They both have similar velocity and similiar stuff, can Broaday become that type of control guy and find a grip that works on his change.

QUOTE(SoxFan101 @ Apr 7, 2006 -> 10:37 PM) With a good season he can be the B-Mac of the team from 2005. Id say 06 but I dont think they would want to stunt his growth that much. I'm not near ready to put him in the same sentence as Bmac. Its been a long time since we had a pitching prospect of his caliber.

QUOTE(MnSoxFan @ Apr 8, 2006 -> 06:35 AM) Stephen Drew is their future SS. That boy can rake too. If Drew can be healthy he can be a good version of his big bro.

QUOTE(SoxFan101 @ Apr 7, 2006 -> 10:35 PM) Actually I think Upton is still play SS for them currently and its most likey that with Chris Young Upton would play LF. No, they officially announced they were going to move Upton to the OF. However, I disagree with everyone. Upton has not proven he's more talented than Chris Young. I realize Upton has a lot of tools, but Young is about as talented as it gets at the Minor league level. We'll see how that transcends to the major league. Plus I'm hard pressed to see someone come in and play better defensively. The Dbacks have 4 damn good OF prospects (including Upton, Young, Gonzalez, and Quentin) and my guess is at least one of them won't pan out, so they really don't have anything to worry about in terms of positions.

But he's getting close to coming back from a broken bone in his hand.

It will be interesting to see what he opts for. He's a studly athlete with a great arm who has a lot of upside as either a baseball player or football player. Because of him being a two sport guy he may be a guy thats available when the Sox are picking.

I'm expecting a big year out of Broadway this year. He was tired last season for us. I still have some doubts about him but he has a real good feel and a damn good spike curve.

QUOTE(Rex Hudler @ Apr 7, 2006 -> 05:37 PM) Rauch's attitude issues were far more deep than the leaving early incident. I'm glad its coming from you, cause the stuff I was told when I was in the press box a few times was insane. I couldn't believe we kept him around as long as we did. The guy was a cancer.

On the Royals telecast the announcers said JD took part in the stretches and the pre game warmups. I assume this is one of those things where when JD says he's ready, Ozzie will give him an extra day or two just as a precautionary measure.

Nice way to start the game. Sox got in 5. Now its time for Jon Jon to shut down them Royals.

QUOTE(SoxFan101 @ Apr 7, 2006 -> 02:48 PM) OMG i forgot about Duck Tales lol I loved that show as a kid. That and the show where the Bear drove the plane and fought all the tigers who had their mini planes. Thats a sin...TAILSPIN. Come on.

Quite Possibly the Greatest Show Ever (This is Just the Intro)

QUOTE(SnB @ Apr 7, 2006 -> 11:29 AM) An internet classic you can never get sick of The Whistles Go WHOO WHOOOOO For a while you couldn't have a convo in my group of friends without that line being said at least once.

QUOTE(SoxFan101 @ Apr 7, 2006 -> 12:16 AM) Saved by the Bell = greatest show ever!

QUOTE(Pauly8509CWS @ Apr 3, 2006 -> 06:45 PM) Grape Lady - Watch the end, its the best part Maury Paternity Test Dance Both of these are my favorites, gotta love the Internet. Those are some moves

QUOTE(SoxFan101 @ Apr 7, 2006 -> 12:45 PM) Yeah I saw Rauch too he does look pretty good. Even though he didnt work out 2 great here im glad both him and who was it Majewski both panned out pretty well in Washington. I'm happy for Majewski but I could care less what Rauch does. Rauch could have been a good thing here if he didn't have such an attitude problem. Interesting to see he's gotten things figured out though.

I saw that segment as well. Didn't have a clue who she was aside from a coach who had made the tourney (as did her brother). Sad sad story. Thoughts go out to the family.

QUOTE(ZoomSlowik @ Apr 7, 2006 -> 12:18 PM) I fully endorse the use of peanut butter on any grain-based food. I prefer using it on french toast though. I just had PB and some jelly for lunch. If I ever get stuck on an island its PB and J, and Tuna for me (that way I have a variety of two damn good tasting sandwiches). But I'd need plenty of miracle whip, I hate dry tuna.