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I think going far into the playoffs could change Mark's feelings and I think thats going to happen this year. I've had a special feeling all offseason and I think this is going to be a real special year on the Southside.

That was an awesome game Cali. I was there, sitting up in the club. Got free tickets (I love free) and remember that was one of the rare times I actually get to see the Sox win. Usually when I go they suck..of course they do lose like every game on the west. I can't wait till they make it out to LA and Anaheim. Buerhle started that game if I recalled and pitched awesome. Rowand also had a monster game, my friend, she was going nuts..she loves Rowand. Either way I'm hoping we get to see wins on the west coast this year, and from the Sox in general.

I agree with you on Harris, but I really don't see the point in rushing Borchard. I do agree with getting his feet wet, but until July comes around I can't say what is best. If Rowand is struggling, then he shoudl be up for a spark, but if the Sox are in the thick of things you could even see them acquire someone for the stretch. Its really hard to say. I love Borchard a lot, but he has a ton of work to do. With that stead, I don't doubt he could come up to the majors right now and hit .240 or so with a ton of power, but to me that wouldn't be best for him cause he should hit near .300 with a ton of power, walks, strikeouts, and gold glove defense.

whoooaaaa...slow down there partner....we dont even know who the 5th starter is yet..and garland and wright were both disappointments imo last year eventhough they did win 12 and 14 games...they still have alot of room for growth...5 potential aces???....would be nice but cmon now I'm dead serious with that statement. The other three will take some time, but they will all grow up big time. Rauch has a long way to go, but I really think he's going to come in and win the Rookie of the Year..as a matter of fact I don't doubt it whatsoever. I'm very confident he's the type of kid that will come in, and pitch, and yes he will struggle, but he's going to be a real good #5 and even better as he evolves. As far as Wright and Garland go, they are better then most teams in the majors 3 and 4 and both should only get better. They both pitch innings, as do Buerhle and Garland which really makes it easier on the bullpen.

Sweet Bonnie..its good to here your sticking with the Sox. You and Lee are awesome fans and I do wish the Rockmeister the best of luck!

Lol...first off welcome aboard..and secondly this move warrants enthusiasm, but the Sox still got those Twins ahead of them and they are the division champs until someone knocks them out. I've not seen so many happy Sox fans since the start of the 2000 playoffs. I think this is going to be a real exciting season. I've had a great feeling this whole offseason and I'm real excited for the start of the season. As far as who starts..I'm not concerned cause I think when its all set and done were going to have one of the best 5 man rotations in the majors, that has pretty much 5 potential aces, and two proven aces. I love it

Only if one of the starters goes down or if Rowand really struggles and Borchard is tearing the cover off the ball. Otherwise, it will be wait till September, but he will with the Sox permanently after this season.

Both sides are happy and he will go to the Jags. Come on Bears...get him....get him......get him

Of course all are consist on failing to get the big wins.

I want to buy tickets for the dodgers games right f***ing now! I'm with you on that. man jason i gotta get my dad to get us those corporate tickets when the sox come to town, how great would that be! HELL YA Gary...that would be sweet...right above the Dugout...Get talking right now Gary

He didn't say it was all me...he just said how it went on. I don't think he was bragging like an ass...just stating facts.

You will cause Ginter won't have a shot next year. I wouldn't be surprised if the Sox dealt him. The only reason they will keep him around is as a backup plan in the minors, something thats always good to have.

Ya...he's like Sosa in that regards. Sammy always does that too. There are actually a lot of players out there like that. They go back to there home and eat and get fat, but atheletes and shed weight real fast.

where did you hear this. Chicagosports. Ken Williams in his interview also discussed the gist of it and basically he was the sole creator of the whole deal. Check out Soxbadgers post...he gives a great overview of Williams interview for those of us that are out of towners.

That is a bit of a bothersome tidbit though. Seems that if he hasn't made it yet he might be destined for a utility role? Not that we can't use such a player with Graffy on the mend and Harris still learning. So what? Nunez is only a sweetener. If he turns out to be something, its a bonus. For now tho, this deal is great just because we got Bartolo! does this mean that tony g injury is alot more severe? Torn ACL is severe and I do think the Sox wonder if he'll be back at the start of the season. Nunez is a pretty solid player.

Sounds Cool Mike....Good Luck with Finals!!!!

No...I don't think we lose anything. I don't think he was offered arbitration or anything like that. I couldn't see the Astros getting compensation for him. Of course I really don't understand how the whole compensation works. Like how do they decide which players recieve compensation if they are signed away and which don't. I know part of it has to deal with arbitration.

He didnt make a good trade or a decent trade. He made a cunning Billy Beane trade! And then he signed one guy and is about to sign another to make up for the little that we did give up. This is a great day in White Sox history. This deal was awesome and then made even more awesome by the two signings that made me forget all about Osuna and Liefer.

Thanks for all that info Soxbadger. It was real informative for someone like me who can't catch all the local Chicago news. I am thinking Edwin Almonte will be his in house solution for Biddle...but Munoz and Stewart as well as Dave Sanders will get a shot. I love the idea of bringing in Flash and I can't wait till it becomes official. I'm thinking he will be in good shape.

I think thats when they will bring in one more pitcher....or even another outfielder. Just a hunch. By the way great post BJ.

3 Catchers? I don't know about that, I don't know if there's enough playing time to go around. And if we've got Olivo on the roster, I want him playing and learning. If he's just going to sit on the bench in Chicago, he should be in AAA so he can play and keep getting better. The only reason they will carry Paul is that they can't send him back to the minors without him first clearing waivers. Olivo will get the bulk of the playing time.

Graffy will probably miss the early part of the season, but I've never found anything to confirm it. Look for Nunez to step up and be the utlity guy.

Most people agree that Cashman was the guy behind the the deal, not Williams. Reports have came out that Ken Williams was the sole orchestrator of the deal. Williams turned down the proposed El Duque for Osuna and Delvis deal a couple days ago, and then called him back as he thought he could get a 3 way to work where everyone would be happy and in the end it was Williams who did all the work. Way to go KENNY!!!!!!!!!!!

I love your new sig Roman. I know you supported him a while back and were really pissed after nothing happened. It looks like you had the right assumption and I think he's only going to get better.

I noticed that too. I was real impressed with the whole way Ken Williams manufactured this deal. He was the first to call Minaya and was the one who eventually got the deal done after tons of work. He never gave up and he made a real sweet deal.