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i thought this was actually a statement by KW by the title of the thread.... sheesh.

QUOTE(maggliopipe @ Jun 14, 2007 -> 11:38 AM) This isn't directed solely at you SSI, but why is it being considered a given by so many posters that Ichiro is coming here? I find it highly unlikely that he leaves Seattle, especially considering their success this year (mirage or not). And even if he did leave via FA, what could possibly make us the odds-on favorite to land him? I'd love it, but I'm certainly not getting my hopes up. yeah this was my reaction too... although i do think he'll leave seattle

QUOTE(Kalapse @ Jun 13, 2007 -> 04:09 PM) Miguel Cabrera is 24, Dontrelle Willis is 25 and Paul Konerko is 31. Cabrera is one of the 5 best hitters in the game and Willis is one of the better lefties going right now, Konerko is a pretty good power hitting first baseman. Just a little bit different don't you think? Perhaps Cabrera and Willis were left on the roster because they're incredibly good? personally i think paulie is a helluva player as well granted not as good as Cabrera but on our club who is better than Paulie? We trade him we've got jack s*** for power. and yeah fine he's 31 and they're younger but all of them ARE vets who can lead in a clubhouse.

QUOTE(WCSox @ Jun 13, 2007 -> 04:05 PM) But he is an upgrade over Josh Barfield. Then again, I don't think that Cleveland would give a ton in return. i actually dont think he is an upgrade over barfield - especially in the long term.

QUOTE(striker62704 @ Jun 13, 2007 -> 03:54 PM) This is the largest group of underachievers I have ever seen. Anyone over 30 should be sent packing. Even Paulie. Thanks for the memories.......NEXT! i would hate it if paulie were traded. i think you have to keep some veteran presence ala Florida - they didnt trade EVERYONE, they left Willis and Cabrera to be leaders. I think it would help this club to continue to have a leader.

QUOTE(Whitewashed in @ Jun 13, 2007 -> 03:35 PM) Looks like we might get a top 5 pick. silver lining?

i love the white sox!

QUOTE(southsideirish71 @ Jun 12, 2007 -> 06:37 PM) Why do you want to skip danks. cuz i dont wanna watch the bullpen try and "salvage" this game. lol

QUOTE(Greg The Bull Luzinski @ Jun 12, 2007 -> 06:35 PM) Didn't take long for the optimism to go away for this game. gee whiz i can't imagine why!

can we warm up danks and put him in there today then skip him in the rotation?

jesus christ jose f***ing learn how to pitch

THEY'RE f***ING PLAYING THUNDERSTRUCK. f*** THE PHILLIES NEWEST TEAM TO HATE!

i'd love a-row back. its the presence of a guy like him that we're missing. no spark, no life at all. plus the guy can play and he loves it here. i'm really hoping this happens

QUOTE(BigSqwert @ Jun 11, 2007 -> 01:26 PM) Sure they suck but we don't even have anyone All-Star worthy. Not even close IMO. i agree except maybe for jenks, but just out of pity. i'm not even gonna vote this year cuz no sox deserves it.

QUOTE(WHITESOXRANDY @ Jun 11, 2007 -> 11:05 AM) LA seems like the perfect fit. Also, the Sox might be able to move Iguchi there. Kent could move to third base and that would help the Dodgers both defensively and offensively. If the Sox could send both players there, I would want them to ask for either Billingsley or Broxton along with either Laroche or Kemp. I know Laroche plays third but he looks real good and depending on how confident the Sox are with Fields they still might want him. Anyway, the matchups look real good. Dye and Iguchi could really take the Dodgers far and in turn they definitely have the young talent that the Sox need. you're kidding right? i mean... theres like a HUGE thread about this... check trade winds

QUOTE(Heads22 @ Jun 10, 2007 -> 06:34 PM) Remember, the two of us decided that Ethier should be a Sox. mmm i'd love some eithier in our OF. alright cool how bout Brox and Eithier for Dye? eh? eh? c'mon LA you know you wanna do it!

am i the only one who would rather have broxton?

QUOTE(Gregory Pratt @ Jun 10, 2007 -> 12:47 PM) http://www.news24.com/News24/World/News/0,...2127232,00.html I really don't think it's that big a deal. At least, not the "sir" part, although the rest is somewhat disrespectful. well right it doesn't seem like that big a deal but come on, how hard is it to just call him by his title? i just think Bush doesn't think anyone's more important than him in the world so he can do whatever he wants right? the whole world's texas to him.

with s***ty bullpen pitching across the board this year it doesnt surprise me at all

hmm. maybe its because if we go extra innings ozzie wants him available. SHOCKING! duh.

QUOTE(Heads22 @ Jun 8, 2007 -> 04:54 PM) A 5'3" shorstop is hilarious. well that just makes me happy. being 5'7" and all. I guess i coulda got drafted if i had kept playing... shame... lol

QUOTE(Sonik22 @ Jun 8, 2007 -> 01:56 PM) Round 24 1B Kevin Patterson L/R 6' 4 215 lbs. Biographical Data Player Name: Kevin Patterson Position: First base School: Oak Mountain High School, Birmingham, AL School Type: High School Academic Class: Senior Birthdate: 09/28/88 Height: 6'4" Weight: 215 lbs. Bats: Left Throws: Right Report Date(s): 04/24/07 Game(s): Shades Valley High School Focus Area Comments Hitting Ability: While there are some holes in his swing, mostly on the inner half of the plate, Patterson does have some hitting skills. Being more aggressive at the plate would help as well. Power: This is his best offensive tool. Patterson has plus, plus raw power. He's not pull-conscious; his best power is to the gaps. Running Speed: He is a below-average runner. Fielding: Patterson is a below-average defensive player and will have to work hard to develop even average skills at first base. Range: He is not very mobile and has limited range. Physical Description: Patterson is a big, strong first baseman with a Sean Casey-type body. Medical Update: Patterson missed a large chunk of the season with a broken hammate bone in his hand, but came back healthy at the end of the season. Strengths: His plus, plus raw power. Weaknesses: His defense is below-average and his overall hitting package needs work outside of his power potential. Summary: Patterson is a kind of all-or-nothing, hit-or-miss kind of guy. When he can get his arms extended, he's got tremendous power. But he also has some holes in his swing and sometimes tries to work counts too much at the plate, leaving some concerned about his overall hittability. He'll never be drafted for his glove. If he hits for power, he could be a star in the future. He does have a very strong commitment to Auburn and is considered a tough sign. exactly... doubt he signs but if he does - helluva pickup

Canadian Mitchell Delaney at 659

QUOTE(IowaSoxFan @ Jun 8, 2007 -> 12:38 PM) I think Buerhle was a 38th rounder. Roy Oswalt was picked in the 18th round. So there is talent to be found later in the draft. mike piazza was taken in the LAST ROUND as a courtesy to a friend... love that one.

QUOTE(quickman @ Jun 7, 2007 -> 08:17 PM) The analysts at the draft specifically mentioned poreda saying that he could be as good as any of the pitchers at the top of the draft. This tells me he thinks he is as good as any other pitcher in the draft. Therefore I think he has a large ego considering other pitchers picked far ahead of him have much better stuff. Get it now? whoa whoa whoa re-read my post - THE ANALYSTS said he could be as good as anyone in the draft, NOT POREDA himself. jeez already give him a bad rap