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Abreu's hustle is impressive. Amazing how much better he's running compared to a few months ago.

Davidson now at least 3 for his last 38 with no homers. Hard to get excited about a prospect that has hit under .200 in 3 out of 4 months this year.

With Rienzo warming up, it makes it very unlikely Danks is traded IMO.

QUOTE (Jake @ Jul 31, 2014 -> 12:18 AM) I hope he pitches well enough to be in it. He's been very solid this year and overall has been remarkably good for a guy who hadn't worked out as a starter in a very long time before he got here. Will be interesting to see what Sox think of him considering that big factor - that he's without the proper physical prep for a season-long workload as a starter. As far as today goes, the delay of the game is probably related to the outcome. He's had several times where it seems like he has reached the mound ill-prepared for the game. It only figures that he'd get mindf***ed by the rain delay. Hopefully he bounces back strongly for the next one. Noesi doesn't have a big enough gap between his fastball and change-up tonight. Only 6 mph by my calculations.

QUOTE (SoxAce @ Jul 31, 2014 -> 12:07 AM) Been his achilles heel since he was a Mariner. Good stuff, just gets in trouble early or late with that big inning. Agreed, he strikes me as a number 5 starter on a mediocre team. Cooper has done well with him.

QUOTE (LittleHurt05 @ Jul 31, 2014 -> 12:02 AM) Guess it's officially time for Rick to sell? Wouldn't shock me at all if tonight's outcome impacts things. Hawk talked about a similar situation a few years ago that resulted in KW not making a particular trade cause the Sox won a game before deadline

Tigers have seen Noesi a few times this year, and they just jumped all over that first pitch tonight

Noesi is not afraid of a big inning. He's been a pleasant surprise, but I will be disappointed if he is in the rotation next year

QUOTE (LittleHurt05 @ Jul 30, 2014 -> 08:09 PM) Cubs trade for Felix Doubront. Standard Theo buy very low move Hawk's a big fan of Felix. Not a bad move for the Cubs, especially as the piece going back doesn't seem to be a big deal.

QUOTE (greg775 @ Jul 30, 2014 -> 03:38 AM) I hope we trade him to some NL team. I'm sure he'll be hot for 2 weeks after he goes to his new team and it'd suck if the Sox had to play that team. If/when the Sox let Beckham go, none of us should be mad at the organization if he goes elsewhere and succeeds. The Sox have given him every possible chance to prove he's MLB starting caliber. Who knows, he might go to a team like Toronto next year and his 25 home runs based on their power hitting approach. If so, good for him...no regrets about going in another direction with Semien, Sanchez or Johnson.

QUOTE (Dick Allen @ Jul 29, 2014 -> 01:13 AM) I think its officially time to start wondering about Davidson.his fielding lately may be worse than his hitting. He and Erik Johnson went from projected starters for the next 3-6 years to possible long shots to earn a starting role. Thankfully Conor has gone out and earned the 3rd base spot.

QUOTE (flavum @ Jul 27, 2014 -> 11:28 PM) Need fathom to talk smack about Davidson. He's getting close to falling under .200 again. You read my mind! He's been awful 3 out of the 4 months this year

Belisario now tied for team lead in losses.

Not being able to see the game, but really Ventura's best option might have been having someone like Rienzo run for PK, as it was obvious De Aza was going to have to face a LHP in that inning. Oh well, still doesn't change my mind this team should sell in the next week.

To me, a monster trade of Baez and others (Almora, Vogelbach, P. Johnson) for David Price makes a lot of sense for both teams. Price has hinted he'd be interested in pitching for the Cubs, so an extension might work out.

QUOTE (caulfield12 @ Jul 23, 2014 -> 09:18 PM) It will be something like Beckham for Smoak/Montero/Ackley to attempt to save face for both organizations. I wouldn't mind taking a chance on any of those 3 in return for Beckham, who's had just about the most chances of anyone in the Sox org.

QUOTE (RockRaines @ Jul 23, 2014 -> 09:10 PM) They are literally moving him around to get him to hit. Nothing much else there. I'm all for Semien or Sanchez getting at bats once the deadline hits. Beckham has played himself into a DFA candidate.

QUOTE (Y2JImmy0 @ Jul 23, 2014 -> 05:44 AM) Almora going to AA Tennessee. Soler going to AAA Iowa. That Iowa team is loaded. With Rizzo quickly turning into a superstar, the Cubs offensive potential in a few years is scary. If they were smart, they'd keep Alcantara at 2nd and keep Baez at SS and then trade him for a young pitcher.

Out of town this week, so haven't been able to watch much. However, Beckham batting 2nd (one of the worst hitters in baseball over the last month or so) in front of Abreu is just crazy. Maybe it's a sign Micah Johnson will be up soon and batting 2nd? That's the only reason I can think of. Also, knowing the Sox luck with players performing prior to the deadline, Viciedo will probably be out for the next 10 days with this strain.

Wilkins and Phegley are just ridiculous right now

The Sox continue to intentionally walk hitters batting below .200

An absolutely awful effort by Danks and Webb today against a horrible lineup.

Great job by the bullpen tonight. Nice start to the 2nd half

Wow, thought for sure Alexei got enough on that. Wind seems to be blowing in.

Wow, hardest hit ball in months for Flowers. Very nice swing!