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I miswrote that, it was Scho or Grilli.

Its amazing the shift in opinion between the two boards as a whole on the most part. I think its fairly realistic to say that most people here are more optimistic or realistic while there is heavy pessimism there (on the most part). I don't care what any of us think though, as long as the Sox can win the series

Ya, I'm listening. - Says they tried to slug it out the past few years and failed - Says they entered the offseason with 4 good starters and are still there at this point - Continues to talk about how this move will give consistency to the offense - Defensively they are a better team (especially in the outfield) - Mentioned specifically about Pos in left field - Speaks about the power dropoff and says they lived and died by the homerun but they are looking for a more consistent offense so the pitchers have a chance to win on a daily basis - They asked him about defense and he says he always knew about the importance of it (the question referenced how you don't see the statistics of it). Says the team lost to a better defensive club in the Twins and how the Twins would constantly save themselves. He talked about the infield and mentioned Crede, Uribe and Harris. - Won't get into "specifics" with what they are trying to do. Says its no secret they are interested in adding a top tier type pitcher and if the opportunity presents itself then they will go with a top tier pitcher. If not, they will go with Scho/Grilli and have more money to play come June or July (then they did in the past). On a sidenote it really sounds like he has a plan in mind. Just from his tone. - They bring up Boras and he says that it doesn't mean an opportunity could present himself where they actually see eye to eye on something. Says in general they haven't been able to afford his clients and put together a good team. But if its a fair deal for the player and the club, then fine. Thats pretty much it, don't think I missed anything.

Kenny has more deals on tap. No doubt about it in my mind.

I have ESPN radio on. I'm assuming he's going to be on the national broadcast?

Andrew, the Bulls have played pretty good the past 7-10 days. Its actually quite pleasant.

f***ing horses***. Finley with 3 buzzer beaters tonight. I still don't think that ball was off of Chandler either. At least not based on the replay I saw. Bulls killed the Mavs tonight and are going to lose cause Finley had two buzzer beaters and then this shot.

Dirk misses the 2nd foul but Josh Howard gets the board and the ball rolls out of bounds and they say it was off Chandler. CHandler was pissed at the call. 7.1 seconds left and the Mavs down by 1 with the ball. Not looking good.

Dirk fouled by Chandler and is going to the line. Nocionni went for a steal and it kind of forced Chandler to foul.

12 seconds to go and Gordon may of saved Curry's ass for making a horribly stupid foul on Michael Finley. This is after he took a stupid ass shot. He has played quite well tonight though. Come on Bulls...DEFENSE

I like Perez cause he's a lefty and is going to come a little cheaper. However Clement is familiar with Chicago and has fantastic stuff. Still I think he has more potential health risks then Perez. I won't have a problem with either though, although I may fuss a bit if they overpay. But they have a huge need for another starter.

Kenny said he was talking with his agent for part of the day or something like that. But if he has a 4yr offer on the table worth 40 mill then I don't see him coming to the Sox. I don't see them offering more then 7 mill a year, maybe, maybe 8.

Well then check that. This deal makes some sense, with the Dbacks getting the guys they originally wanted but I don't know why the Marlins get involved. Karsay could give them a legit setupman if healthy but thats a lot of cash going their way. I would like the idea of AJ Burnett though.

Welcome aboard. Thanks for that info. This makes that deal more interesting. Financially it gives the Sox plenty of flexibility and gives them what I consider an ace starting pitcher. Burnett should be better this season as he's further removed from his injury and is quite affordable. The Sox would obviously have to pick up Delgado or another proven bat as well as picking up a middle infielder and a FA starting pitcher. Don't know if KW is this ballsy. But Delgado would OWN at the cell. This deal would make the Sox serious players in all the remaining FA's as well cause they'd have plenty of cash.

Gload will get some playing time, especially when Frank is done. He may also play a little OF (although I know that will uspet many on the board). Its quite possible Konerko gets dealt as well, but I'm assuming the Sox hold onto him. First I want to see the Sox pick up another starter.

Looking over his numbers you can see he didn't get that much playing time certain years but his minor league numbers aren't near as bad as some people would lead you to believe. If you notice in his full seasons in leagues he had quite solid numbers and worked hard and learned and turned into a pretty solid leadoff hitter. I expect his numbers next season to fall in between this year and the previous season.

Mitch Stetter Played his college ball at Indiana State and his struggles in high A ball came when he was moved to the rotation. He pitched primarily as a reliever in low a. But he's very old for that level. It was his first full season though.

I think the more likely reason was that he wanted to have a shot at the Rule V draft if one of the guys they liked was still available come their selection. Whoever they liked wasn't their, and they didn't make the pick.

Boras isn't Delgado's agent. He's represented by David Sloane.

On a sidenote, did Kenny actually say they were interested in Clement? I'm assuming he pretty much mentioned zero names.

Call it a hunch, but this is him back in stealth mode. If were talking trade he'll be more talkative but when it comes to free agency he's going to act as if the Sox have zero fund still. But if they sit pat and go with Grilli or Diaz I'll be so freaking pissed.

You'd only add one since they would be adding Burnett. But they'd be able to sign one of them, Delgado and then a middle infielder. Wouldn't be a bad deal. However I highly doubt it gets done.

I think he's the pitcher not getting the attention and because of that he's the one out there at market value. He's a groundball pitcher who had a tremendous ERA and gives up far fewer hits then innings pitched while striking out a good amount. Plus he's a lefty, which would give the Sox two good lefties. Very good stuff but has had some arm problems. Thats the only question, but he's been relatively consistent in his IP and numbers in a sense. Two years ago his numbers weren't that great but that stemmed from a major increase in innings pitched the prior year. The guy is a very good pitcher whose periph's would indicate that he is more then capable of being a very good AL pitcher as well.

Who the hell was Johnny Rivera? Was he a little used guy down in rookie ball or something?

This is a long term move too cause I'm pretty sure they have the rights to Pod and Luis for a few more years. Pod for longer. And if the PTBNL is Ginter or a minor leaguer they'll have his rights for a long time as well. Now sign Odalis Perez...PLEASE KENNY