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It's been officially recognized by the Chicago media. It was played on channel 7 news.

I definitely agree.

No I know, I wasn't trying to be an attacker. EDIT- As I said, it wasn't far-fetched, that's for sure. However, I want to believe that we are turning a corner, and that things (including deals) will be dealt with better than in the past. I have to believe that because they have me by the balls, I'm a fan for life.

True, if they are only ticket holders because of Maggs, then the Sox have more problems than some have thought. I for one, want whats best for the team. I want to keep Maggs, but it is up to him at this point IMO. I wouldn't offer more than that as it is a very fair offer, again IMO. If the Sox are upfront with the fans and utilize the money wisely, and it is not used as savings, I believe most fans will appreciate that. If we can use the money to attract a big name player, like a Beltran or Nomar (not saying that's a realistic option or not, just drawing a comparison) then I feel many people will at least see the Sox do want to win, especially if we do well this season. We'll see I guess.

No one knows that to be the case for sure or not. However, the point is not far-fetched. What comes into play then, does he care enough about the Sox to want to stay. If the only home town discount he is asking to take is to have some of the money deferred, and he refuses, well then we can assume he just doesn't want to be here. As disappointing as that may be, I am willing to say goodbye in order to spend the money for people who really want to be here. And before the pessimism overcomes some of our posters, there are people who will want to play here.

That changed when he started negotiations. He said that he wanted to stay here, and if we offered a fair deal he would be inclined to take it. As you pointed out, we don't know all the terms of the deal, but if the only snag is deferred money, that's a problem on Magg's part IMO.

I prefer Garcia over all. I'm encouraged that KW did all he could to get it done sooner rather than later as testiment to Ozzie himself, who sat with him for 2 hours while KW worked the phones. Although I'm sure something could have been done if we were willing to pay any price, but I'm encouraged that KW didn't put us in a bad spot by giving a team just whatever they wanted. Overpaying is one thing, getting completely ripped off is another. At least that didn't happen, I would rather have Rauch see what he can do than have us do that in the short term.

Even if we had Ginter, we have better options.

You misinterpreted what he said, and Hawk's losing it?

Credit that also for Cubs fans not willing to pay full price to start trouble.

I have no problem letting him get his head together on the bench for a little while. Howeverm do you wait until Maggs gets back, or do you move Rowand back in CF and let Gload have a spot in right for a couple games, assuming that's the timeline for Maggs (which could be more or less.)

It was addressed, Ozzie said he was about putting the team first instead of personal stats.

Sadly that's the case there a lot. I often post there, and I can tell you it's not a place for the timid or easily offended. I for one like this idea. I think it will help our park stand out more, and also help raise attendance by making it more of a place to bring your families. Looks good too IMO.

What? Are you mad at the seats being changed or are you mad about something else? I go to games just the same, but I enjoy the idea of improving the stadium. I don't know of anyone saying they will go or not based on the color of the seats.

It's not as if some of the fans are going to stop coming with the park looking the way it is now, but there's nothing wrong with improving it. I think anyone who doesn't want to see an improvement in any park would no doubtedly be in the minority. Obviously the game and the payers are the most important, but I would enjoy being in a good looking stadium as well. It reflects the image of the Sox, and I enjoy making that image as good as possible.

All of the above. What's wrong with making the stadium look better?

Not this year, it's part of the Phase V plans. Probably during the offseason.

I'm sure it won't be hard to approve the color of the seats being changed. Anyway, that's what was said, so it really doesn't matter what either of us think, it looks like it's going to be done anyway.

It just adds to a classic look. Will it affect people buying a ticket or not? No, but that doesn't mean it won't look nicer if they do. I'm all for it.

They said it on FSN on Opening Day.

FSN said they are going to have the green seats. Besides, don't you already know.

Those are still going to happen, at least the green seats will. This is just a part of the Phase V of what they're going to do.

I really don't care to give up anything for anyone on their roster either, with the exception of Freddy Garcia. That guy isn't a bum and would bge a much welcome addition.

Is it really necessary to try to start an Aaron Rowand debate when discussing Crede. It's one thing to want Willie in the lineup, and another to criticze Rowand's defense when he hasn't done anything to cost us, and has actually played pretty good defense this season, IMO.

He will turn it around. I don't know why he isn't having fun though, he's hitting as hard of a .207 as one can hit. He's won more than a few games with his stick already. Relax Joe, we need you. I have no worries though, he'll be fine. He's still contributing, which is hard to say about someone in the kind of funk he's in.