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Read where Levine said the Cubs might trade Coghlan instead of Soler if they get Fowler

When first question is about Fowler, he answered it perfectly. If he confirms interest and then he goes back to the Cubs, the fan base would turn on him even more. Hahn's policy is not to comment on rumors, and this is what he did.

What do people expect Hahn to day? As someone that wants them to add another impact bat, I was thrilled with the tweets that came out. It was very promising, as they could have easily said "heavy lifting is done, we are confident this is the group we have for ST". The LaRoche stuff was fascinating as well, as it seems he will have to earn playing time this year and if he looks lost in ST, who even knows if he makes the roster.

Hawk is going to be all about Lawrie this year. Can't wait to hear his comparisons.

Not necessarily soxfest but a great Hawk interview. At the end, he says Hahn isn't done https://theathletic.com/2016/01/30/hawk-har...ne-talking-yet/

With the Dodgers signing Kendrick today, it makes an Ethier deal possibly more likely.

QUOTE (Rowand44 @ Jan 29, 2016 -> 11:33 PM) Avi apparently got booed? That kinda crap pisses me off so much. I don't want the dude starting either but it's not like the guy is lazy and doesn't care about his job, don't boo him at a fan convention. Awful. Another thing that sucks about this is Avi is close to Abreu and Melky, two of the clubhouse leaders. Nothing good can come from booing Avi.

QUOTE (WhiteSoxLifer @ Jan 30, 2016 -> 01:39 AM) Big focus on White Sox poor starts to season, a problem for a while now. Ventura said players might play longer in Cactus League games. https://twitter.com/scottmerkin/status/693231071220121601 Ventura said regular lineup might play together more as unit in spring training. Also more ABs for starters. https://twitter.com/CST_soxvan/status/693231279047884801 Ya they need to get more at bats together. Last year I kept wondering when the actual lineup was going to get more time together and they didn't That noise you hear is balta clapping

QUOTE (Sockin @ Jan 30, 2016 -> 01:38 AM) Sounds like they expect Anderson to force his way onto the team sometime this year. Since you are there, do you agree than Hahn implied he was working on a deal earlier today? Someone tweeted that

QUOTE (longshot7 @ Jan 30, 2016 -> 12:05 AM) I'm at the Hahn/Ventura Q&A and there is NO ONE HERE. LOL! They have killed the enthusiasm for this club. Could not believe it. Sad state of affairs. Ticket sales are probably horrific.

QUOTE (spiderman @ Jan 29, 2016 -> 11:45 PM) Is Sanchez safe as a utility IF? Shouldn't be if he can't play SS

QUOTE (Dick Allen @ Jan 29, 2016 -> 11:40 PM) Avi is down 20 lbs. and worked 3 days in Miami with Steverson and is now done swinging at bad pitches. I do like hearing they are going to have him stand taller at the plate

QUOTE (Rowand44 @ Jan 30, 2016 -> 12:33 AM) Avi apparently got booed? That kinda crap pisses me off so much. I don't want the dude starting either but it's not like the guy is lazy and doesn't care about his job, don't boo him at a fan convention. Awful. Yep, it's pathetic. You knew this would happen, the team had to delete a tweet about him yesterday due to mean responses.

QUOTE (Dunt @ Jan 29, 2016 -> 11:08 PM) Unless they are lining something up with the Indians or Padres, I see no fits for them to add Fowler. That Dickerson trade kinda f***ed them. I don't think the Cubs brass cared for Soler's effort when it was cold out. If Maddon is advocating to bring back Fowler, then it's incredibly likely they will make it happen. To me, Cubs should not trade Soler. He's a wild card on a team that can afford to give him time to show what he can do with so many other stars on the team.

QUOTE (SoCalSox @ Jan 29, 2016 -> 09:50 PM) Julie DiCaro seems to think that Fowler is staying with the Cubs, which also echoes a few other things that have been put out lately. Would really hurt the Sox if they miss on another FA. She's been right on a lot this offseason with regards to the Cubs. Have a feeling this is another Zobrist situation where there is a deal in place and Theo just has to give the go ahead that the corresponding move is finalized

Ryan (Prospect Heaven): Do you have any favorite players from the 2015 draft that just don't have quite the track record/sample size to crack the 101? Top 101 Chat with Craig Goldstein: Fulmer or Aiken are probably the first guys I add to this list from the 2015 draft. After that I like Burrows.

QUOTE (BlackSox13 @ Jan 29, 2016 -> 09:05 PM) Not just the internet, more specifically, twitter , where all rumors become reality. It won't be long before the rumor mill becomes the twitter mill. Much like Bill and Ted brought peace and harmony throughout the galaxy with their s***ty guitar playing. When KW mouthpiece Bob Nightengale reports it though, it is a little more believable. I do believe they were only willing to do a 3 year base deal with any of these particular guys.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Jan 29, 2016 -> 08:57 PM) I believe this is Ventura speaking FutureSox.com ‏@FutureSox 12s13 seconds ago "He's (Saladino) probably the favorite to win that job. Tim's going down there to win it. Sanchy is, out of position, but he's competing." Not exactly optimistic about Sanchez at SS it seems. Who knows, maybe he starts the year in AAA and L. Garcia makes the opening day roster.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Jan 29, 2016 -> 08:39 PM) FutureSox.com ‏@FutureSox 2m2 minutes ago "To expect him to make that jump this quickly is a high bar to ask him to clear." Re: Tim Anderson starting at SS. I've said all offseason, Anderson will get his chance this year if Saladino fails. I'm fine with it and excited to see him.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Jan 29, 2016 -> 08:38 PM) Dan Hayes ‏@CSNHayes 5m5 minutes ago Hahn: Also notes doesn't feel they're done, but doesn't guarantee anything coming. That's good to hear

QUOTE (QuickJones81 @ Jan 29, 2016 -> 07:32 PM) Shocked at the omission of Fulmer. They must be dead set on him being only a bullpen arm. Yep, same reason Tyler Jay isn't ranked it seems

Love me a Jennings for Petricka deal

Buehrle's easily one of my favorite players ever, but I hope this is to announce he's retiring.

QUOTE (Buehrle>Wood @ Jan 29, 2016 -> 03:22 PM) I think the q and a will definitely be tense. Agreed

I've wondered if they would do a Clemens-like deal with Buehrle where he doesn't have to travel to away series he's not pitching in.