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I'm not really concerned about the Konerko/Gillaspie/Keppinger issue right now. One of Gillaspie or Keppinger will most likely be moved, and that will essentially take care of the problem. Konerko being on the roster will only be an issue for next year, and as I said, I don't think it'll be an issue soon. The worst case scenario is that Gillaspie and Keppinger are both still here come mid-March and Davidson, Elmore, and Garcia all perform well in spring training. Then some tough decisions will have to be made. But, I think all of those things coming together are slim. I expect Davidson to be the starting 3B and either Gillaspie or Keppinger to be on the bench. I'd prefer Gillaspie, though.

Holy frigid air mass, Batman. -11 degrees this morning.

QUOTE (Middle Buffalo @ Dec 31, 2013 -> 07:27 PM) Do these three things and the weight will come off quickly and in a healthy way. You should also sign up for one of the free diet sites/apps that allow you to count calories and log what you eat every day. I signed up http://caloriecount.about.com/ for a few years ago and it (sites like it) are really good for seeing what you are eating daily and helping you make informed decisions regarding necessary nutrients (protein, vitamins, etc) that come from a balanced diet. Good luck. I've used the app My Fitness Pal for a while now. It's great for tracking calorie intake and burning. It allows you to scan the UPC on a package, and it'll automatically input the nutrition facts. My problem is sticking with it. I'm going to start up again today and aim to start shedding some weight.

QUOTE (HickoryHuskers @ Dec 31, 2013 -> 11:14 AM) Just trying to steer the conversation away from QBs and back to boobies. Knockers, boobs, cans, jugs, etc.

QUOTE (pettie4sox @ Dec 31, 2013 -> 11:10 AM) I was being facetious. Oh. I should have caught that. I guess I need more coffee...or maybe I'll just start the beer early.

QUOTE (Jenksismyb**** @ Dec 31, 2013 -> 09:12 AM) Caught the 2nd Hunger Games on Friday last week. I'd give it a B+. Same review as the first movie although with less criticism for the shaky cam. I still think there's too much love triangle crap, but that's not the fault of the movies, more a fault of the books. Excited for the third one even though the third book was by far the worst. I enjoyed it, as well. I think Catching Fire was made more with the book readers in mind...if that makes any sense. I liked it better than the first movie, and I thought it did well to build excitement for Mockingjay.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Dec 31, 2013 -> 10:59 AM) Guys like him get lynched in Chicago. They don't take kindly to Green Bay QBs. Hell, they don't take too kindly to Chicago QBs.

QUOTE (pettie4sox @ Dec 31, 2013 -> 10:06 AM) I guess you have to be at the level to understand the movie. However, James Franco was pretty funny in that movie. LOOK AT ALL MY s***TTTTTT! At what level? I understood it; I just didn't like it.

I don't think I've seen enough movies this year to compile a true top ten, but here are some of the movies I thoroughly enjoyed: Elysium The Conjuring Catching Fire We're The Millers Kick-Ass 2 Pacific Rim This Is The End

QUOTE (pettie4sox @ Dec 30, 2013 -> 04:16 PM) OK seriously why was Spring Breakers such a good movie. I even saw the Redeye critic give it a good review. Personally, I thought it was one of the worst movies I've ever seen.

Well, looks like a snowy New Year's Eve.

QUOTE (HickoryHuskers @ Dec 31, 2013 -> 07:43 AM) Gillaspie has never played anywhere but 3B and 1B, but I'd still rather have him over Kep. I thought he played 2B a few times last year. Maybe I'm mistaken. Still, I'd still prefer him over Keppinger. *edit: Yes, I was mistaken.

Really don't feel like being at work today, but money is important.

I imagine Davidson is the starting 3rd baseman for the Sox come opening day. Unless he has a really bad spring, that is. And therefore, one of Gillaspie or Keppinger will be gone. Personally I'd rather the Sox hold on to Gillaspie. He's younger, can play just about every IF position, and he's left-handed. Trouble is, who would want Keppinger for the money he's owed?

QUOTE (Balta1701 @ Dec 27, 2013 -> 02:20 PM) No one has said to stop. On with the chicken porking!

QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Dec 27, 2013 -> 12:20 PM) So, top 10 movies of 2013, seperate thread or in here? Separate thread.

QUOTE (Balta1701 @ Dec 27, 2013 -> 01:43 PM) Keep f***ing that chicken. Lousy segue. More importantly, why are you porking a chicken?

Unless something changes during the offseason, it looked like they were trying to have Garcia abandon the switch-hitting. That may help...but it may not. My guess is that they saw something that led them to believe that he was stronger from the right and should concentrate on his strength. If he becomes a better hitter, he could be a nice bench player with his defense and speed.

QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Dec 27, 2013 -> 10:55 AM) You mean pretty much every thread that goes over 2 pages True. But, that's what happens when there's no news. So, this is all Hahn's fault. #FireHahn #RumorsPlease

QUOTE (mataipaepae @ Dec 27, 2013 -> 10:39 AM) exactly plus that thread has turned more into a fight of who knows more. not much info being put into it anymore. Well, when there are few rumors floating around, threads like that tend to break down into arguing, nerd stats, and nonsense. Hopefully something will happen soon to get us back on track. To answer the original question, Murphy is the last name I've heard as well. I have to think that the Sox will make some sort of move to at least moderately improve the catcher position.

QUOTE (Brian @ Dec 27, 2013 -> 06:24 AM) JLaw is attractive, not drop dead gorgeous, but a girl I would see in a bar and think, "I'd absolutely bone that." I think how cool and down to earth she is makes her more attractive than her looks. Anyone who questions her acting chops needs to go. She's definitely one of those girls that catches your eye, but what makes her desirable is her personality. And she is extremely talented as an actor. She does a great job in the Hunger Games movies, but then you see her in Winter's Bone and Silver Linings Playbook and her talent really shines.

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QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Dec 26, 2013 -> 11:11 AM) Realistically, what are the chances Tanaka signs here? Slim to none. I just don't see the Sox being anywhere close to what he's going to get.

I finally got caught up with Sons of Anarchy. I've always thought the show was good, but this season was by far the best. Because I was so far behind, I knew a few things that were going to happen. You can hardly go onto the internet and not see spoilers. But, there were still a few moments I didn't see coming. The end of the season finale was so brutal. Next season should be interesting.