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Can we please get a punt returner who can catch the f'n ball?

QUOTE(TLAK @ Dec 4, 2005 -> 06:04 PM) They had a deal made and Boras backed out. I'll look it up after the Bears game. With ARod? I'll be willing to bet that's false.

QUOTE(WHarris1 @ Dec 3, 2005 -> 08:43 PM) Would be great if the refs would actually not try and be the stars of the game with whistles every possesion. This is one of the worst officiated games I've seen. Arnold just got away with a massive travel/hook on that basket and the foul.

QUOTE(SSH2005 @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 09:43 PM) We have Borchard off the bench for that. I'd rather have Mueller's OBP. Remember, Borchard's days are numbered. Can't he become a FA? Also, I don't think for a second that Mueller will actually turn down the chance to start.

QUOTE(sayitaintso @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 09:40 PM) Does anyone know if he is good defensivley? I thought he was pretty decent but i wasn't sure. His power hitting is his best attribute. I'm sure he plays some 3b and 1b, and remember seeing him in LF also. As a back-up 3b, he's a great fit for a team who lacked righty power off the bench.

I'm a big fan of Feliz's power, and think he can hit 15-20 homers off the bench. Remember, he's played all of his home games in a huge pitcher's park.

QUOTE(Punch and Judy Garland @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 09:09 PM) They still have the most dominant pitcher in the game, and we hit him the way the Lovely Ladies hit against the American Dreams, not much Tremendous reference

QUOTE(SSH2005 @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 08:43 PM) Thank you. It's so obvious that I can't believe I even have to debate it. Reminds me of the debate last night that Zambrano/Prior would be no better than the number 5 starter on the Cubs!

QUOTE(jphat007 @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 08:42 PM) Oh yah. No question its an upgrade over Rivas and Punto. They sucked. And they did trade from bullpen, even though it was a good prospect. They need run producers though. Not run setter-uppers. I have a feeling they're going to make another move to strengthen their infield. They still have an opening at 3rd base, and wouldn't be shocked at all if they sign Nomar. A lineup with Castillo-Stewart-Nomar-Mauer-Hunter-Morneau is a very solid start, especially with their very strong pitching.

Compared with what they've had recently at 2nd base, Castillo is a massive addition for this team. The Twins definitely traded from a position of strength, which is their bullpen.

QUOTE(Steve9347 @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 08:22 PM) Luis Rivas has more value than Luis Castillo... I hope. WRONG!

QUOTE(Jimbo's Drinker @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 07:58 PM) I am beginning to see why Illinois fans hated Self so much. Kansas fans cannot stand this high-lo BS. I'm pretty sure most Illinois fans loved Self when he was there. The only time I really saw him bashed was after the ND tourney loss.

QUOTE(jphat007 @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 08:10 PM) I'd rather have Graffy as a No. 2 than Castillo though. And Castillo has Pods like numbers with RISP. I've always thought Graffy could be a good everyday player if given the chance. He showed it with Boston, and when he was starting everyday with KC. I would give him a day off a week against the toughest righty though. So you'd rather have a 1-2 of Pods/Graffanino than Sizemore/Castillo?

QUOTE(jphat007 @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 08:06 PM) fixed. He'd be a much better leadoff hitter too if that means anything. Castillo's also a better hitter than Graffy is. I don't think Graffy is an every day player, as his short swing seems to get longer when he plays more than 3 or 4 days in a row.

Castillo is a much, much better player than Tony G.

QUOTE(jphat007 @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 07:46 PM) YES!!!! THank goodness. Juan Pierre would have been a terrible fit. Thank you Yankees!!!!! I actually agree with you. I think it's time we give one of our young outfielders the chance to prove themselves, and it starts with Anderson this year.

QUOTE(RockRaines @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 04:00 PM) where are you getting this info? Did you speak to him directly? I would like the link where he says he wants to be a starter. There was a blurb about him on rotoworld a few days ago where it said he was looking to sign with a team where he would start. I think there's a significantly greater chance of Mueller or Burroughs being on this team than Graffy.

QUOTE(White Sox Josh @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 07:02 AM) yet he b****es about the MAC not going to the BCS. Trust me, compared to the other main "coach" in the athletic department, Novak is a saint.

QUOTE(GreatScott82 @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 03:15 PM) If the Mueller thing doesn't work out, whats the deal with Graffinino? I know he's not LH but he is still the super sub KW and Ozzie want. He wants to be a starter next season, and I think there are a few teams interested in giving him the starting spot. I wouldn't be surprised to see him go back and start at 2nd base for the Royals.

QUOTE(White Sox Josh @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 06:44 AM) i meant 2004. I should've wrote that. Anybody who thinks Prior or Zambrano could be anything more than a #5 starter on this team right now is delusional. WOW! I'd gladly exchange Prior or Zambrano for Garcia or McCarthy in a heartbeat. I'd also be willing to bet that those two will have a better season than Contreras this year also.

QUOTE(Rowand44 @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 06:26 AM) How about NO. Zambrano's their best pitcher, and it's not even close.

I think with the 3-4-5 we have next year, we're betting off not bunting as much as we did last year. Thome's not exactly the type of guy you can rely on to hit a sac fly. Rather, you play for the 3 run homer with our 3-4 guys.

QUOTE(Sox Hustler @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 04:23 AM) Yes he does make money but his conrtribution last year vs boston alone was worth his salary. Yeah, he earned his salary LAST YEAR. However, that 5 million or so would sure be nice to have for this year on players at a position where we actually need help.

NIU = Chokers. They seemingly always choke in the "big" game. It's too bad, Novak's one of the nicest coaches I've known. Can't even come close to saying the same about many other people in their athletic department or were in their athletic dept.

QUOTE(Sox Hustler @ Dec 2, 2005 -> 04:18 AM) Although I am not thrilled at the idea about duque being in the pen I love having him. He can step up anytime to spot start incase any of our starters won't be able to make their starts. He has a good influence on Count. Also his playoff experience, this guy might not be that great during the season but we all f***ing know he has cold blood during the playoffs. I really want to keep him. I love Duque for his playoff contributions. However, it would be a huge transaction if we're able to clear his salary. He's making way too much money for the role he'll likely be in.