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QUOTE (Flash Tizzle @ Jun 6, 2008 -> 12:45 AM) I guess philosophies are different after the first couple rounds, but honestly, why even attempt to draft a specialist of any kind? I rather find pitchers, atleast this early in the draft, who have projectability -- and if later they become a specialist then fine. Maybe it's just because I have zero faith that the Sox can develop players in the minors right now? Hopefully Buddy Bell can change that.

QUOTE (Chisoxfn @ Jun 5, 2008 -> 11:43 PM) I've seen him in person as well and his swing is fluid and he makes everything look easy. His defense is a major plus (and the arm a freaking "cannon"). Why has he fallen so much then (this isn't meant in a sarcastic asshole way)?

I like the O'Neil pick....sounds like a righty specialist.

QUOTE (Chisoxfn @ Jun 6, 2008 -> 12:39 AM) Thats bulls***. Watch him play and tell me he's nothing special. People don't love him cause he doesn't excel at any one thing, but he's good at EVERYTHING. The guy is a tremendous value at this point in time (I've probably seen at least 10 Texas games solely to watch him). His counterpart, Kyle Gibson, a lot more power, a lot more overhyped, and a very long/ugly swing. I've watched the same games you've probably watched on Fox sports, and I've never thought he was anything special. If it wasn't for his name, I doubt anyone on here would want a guy with the numbers he's put up. He was also terrible when playing for Team USA.

Another guy with no scouting report on MLB.com

QUOTE (daa84 @ Jun 5, 2008 -> 11:32 PM) freak, cubs took vandy SS ryan flaherty in comp A round....who did they even lose in FA to get compensation? Jason Kendall, I believe.

I'm a fan of Putnam from Michigan. He could be a decent reliever in the majors.

QUOTE (29andPoplar @ Jun 6, 2008 -> 12:05 AM) A curious pick to be sure. Drafting a 3B high in the draft ... hmmmm. Good news is, he didn't strike out a bunch either, only 25 times. Still, it's a seemingly odd pick, we'll have to hear their rationale. Any chance Jordan Danks will be there next round? They didn't overdraft him that's for sure, despite how many times I read on this site they would. I'm not too upset they didn't. He's fallen this far, and there's a reason for that: he's nothing special. The Morel pick doesn't do much for me, but I'd rather they take a potential offensive player than pitcher at this stage.

QUOTE (NorthSideSox72 @ Jun 6, 2008 -> 12:05 AM) Some guy named Kirk Neiuwenhuis from Asuza Pacific University was just drafted. Has anyone else ever even heard of Asuza Pacific University? Christian Okoye says hi.

QUOTE (Tony82087 @ Jun 5, 2008 -> 07:47 PM) Cubs take Cashner. Wow, surprising. He fits their pitching mold though. Here's to a s***ty career Cashner!

QUOTE (daa84 @ Jun 5, 2008 -> 08:47 PM) cubs looking for help for this year maybe?? If they're looking for immediate help, they'd take Josh Fields.

QUOTE (NorthSideSox72 @ Jun 5, 2008 -> 07:41 PM) Cubs on the clock. Any guesses? I've heard C. Kelly for two weeks now.

Here's the biggest compliment you can get: Ga Tech fans think he's an amazing player.

Talked to my brother at BA, and the Sox were thrilled and shocked Bekcham was still on the board. I'm happy with the pick, even if I hate UGa.

QUOTE (scenario @ Jun 5, 2008 -> 06:23 PM) I was reading the San Francisco papers online this morning... It appears the Giants first priority is a corner infielder with power - not a catcher. So... we'll see. Could be Smoak going to SF. Giants are obsessed with Smoak.

Just got scheduled for a 1:30 meeting...ugh! If the Sox take Castro, please someone give a "f*** this" for me.

QUOTE (Heads22 @ Jun 5, 2008 -> 07:00 PM) I hope we get someone that the Sox fan base can unite behind. Like someone totally awesome. As long as it's not Castro, I think we'll all be happy.

QUOTE (Tony82087 @ Jun 5, 2008 -> 04:50 PM) I really don't think it has anything to do with money either. JR doesn't want to piss of his golfing buddy in Selig. Exactly...Crow's supposedly free falling right now. Hopefully someone takes him prior to the Cubs.

QUOTE (nitetrain8601 @ Jun 5, 2008 -> 04:40 PM) So far pieces are starting to fall into place. Buster Posey looks to be dropping because of his outrageous demand of a 12 million dollar bonus. TB will take Beckham. PIT will take Alvarez KC will take Hosmer Sox have no interest in going that much over slot money.

Update I heard is Sox have no interest in Crow, as he's asking for a huge contract. The Sox thought for sure they'd get G. Beckham, but he seems a lock to go before 8. They will take Smoak if he's there, but if not, look for it to be Wallace.

To me, Ramirez's play to get Dejesus out was even better than Iguchi's horizontal play. Great win, and a fantastic job by the bullpen.

PK!!!

Good start! No double plays PK.

Base hit, ball 4!

Awesome Dotel!