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QUOTE(CaliSoxFanViaSWside @ Feb 24, 2006 -> 02:33 PM) So let me get this straight you police your company's internet access but around World Series time you policed everyone but yourself. So even though company time is to be used for company business that policy is enforced by you for everyone but you. Seems to me that this is akin to a police officer busting a dude for selling drugs then turning around and selling them himself. Absolute power corrupts absolutely and yet many here applaud you. It's no wonder we distrust those in power because once we find ourselves in a position of power we often times abuse it also. When the shoe is on the other foot and we have something to gain personally all morals and ethics we claim to have are betrayed. I also read their email. They sign an acceptable use policy. Oddly I dont have to apply to any of the rules of surfing at my company. When I was hired, I had a policy/waiver that was signed by HR, Legal and the CEO that basically said that I because of the nature of my job I can surf what I want, when I want, without reprecussions. This was something that I thought of due to the nature of what I do. I cant have polices telling me not to have pornography on my machine, when I perform forensics on peoples machines for porn violations. Due to the nature of my job I will have artifacts of porn on my machine. So being a bit creative during my hiring process I had this added to my offer. The only time this is nullfied is if I break any state or federal laws. Which I am not. You can go back to being morally outraged now.

Well remember speed guys like Pods are the bane of SABR metric fans everywhere. I mean everytime Pods gets caught stealing, they are writing a formula based on wasted outs.

Southside places like Lindy's (Chili and Chocolate Malt) on Archer next to McKinley Park Nicky's (Big Baby Special) in Alsip Wonderburger(Wonderburger basket special, curly fries and special sauce) on 111th and Kedzie Nino's Pizza at 115th and Cicero 87th and Cicero there is a greasyspoon hamburger/gyro joint on the North West corner and of course when I worked in Markham John's on 147th and Kedzie ( best damn Cheese Fries I have ever had, and they give you a fork with the fries) These are items that pretty much are southside only and I have not been able to find suitable replacments in the Western Burbs.

QUOTE(sircaffey @ Feb 24, 2006 -> 12:49 PM) Like why he hates Scotty so much... Remember when we did a similiar thing with Rob Neyer. He stated some of the reasons he didnt like the sox, like the uniforms and the park. The funny thing was that he was responding to our emails. I think he was actually invited to come over here for some debate however declined.

QUOTE(Cuck the Fubs @ Feb 24, 2006 -> 12:09 PM) Couldn't they sue you over this? I would if my employer was a Cubs fan who blocked access to White Sox stuff but allowed access to Cubs stuff. I think it's got to be both ways, either allow everyone access, or allow no one access. Just my 2 cents. Even cub fans are not dumb enough to argue this at work. People who argue about this, are people who become suddenly unemployed. Yes I know I am in accounting and that I am behind on my work, but I know that damn IT group is blocking me because I am a cubs fan. Actually I dont have to provide a fair and balanced internet access forum. Technically the Internet is to be used as a tool for work and work only. When they were hired, and this is pretty much standard practice across most companies. Our employees signed an acceptable use policy. On there it says, use this for business use only and we can monitor and block as we seem fit. First they would have to prove that I was doing this and was restricting their access based on the fact that they are a cubs fan. Then they would need to explain to our owner that even though they were wasting company time, it really is unfair that I am blocking them because they are cub fans. Then they would need to access our set of proxy servers and my intrusion prevention equipment(which only I have access to), and then after this they would have to know out of the 1000 filters I have applied looking for our trade secrets going out the door, this particluar line of python regex code is the one that pertains to their cubs ticket purchase. Methinks that I have nothing to worry about. I have applied this to everyone in the company who uses our internet access. Oddly enough my access is a bit different than everyone in the company.

QUOTE(Steff @ Feb 24, 2006 -> 11:07 AM) Our IT department redirected anyone that puts in MLB.Com or Cubs.Com to Whitesox.Com. They turned off internet access to known Cubs fans this morning. They do it every year yet the Cubs fans still scream and holler about it. All soxfan IT workers should strive to add this "service" to their company.

I will have to figure out something to add for next year. Maybe redirecting these people to random websites. Maybe to whitesox.com. I will have to plan next years annual event.

Security Geek fun at my work. One of my responsiblities at work is to control the content filters and general internet access. I basically police our people so they dont surf porn and stuff. Well last year I watched as hundreds of people at one of our chicago locations started trying to hit the internet all at the same time. They were all lined up in the virtual waiting room to get tickets. I of course was trying to get the Sox series tickets and figured if I picked off some of my competition I could have a better chance. So I disabled their access. This year I added some more sport to the event as I would let them live in the virtual waiting room, but would block the actual ticket purchase. I have figured out the URL when they win a ticket, and have listed that as pornography. We have had numerous calls about some "business related" website from our cubby co workers. LOL

How many of the posts started with "EAT s***" Congrats on 10k.

QUOTE(The Critic @ Feb 23, 2006 -> 01:04 PM) Actually, their first show is going to be a 2005 season recap entitled, "Close But No Cigar" After that is a Grady Sizemore juggling show and CC Sabathia's cooking show called "Yeah, I'll Eat That!" They had to cancel the Coco and CC "How to wear your hat like a gangsta" show due to the trade.

Harry Doyle "Welcome to local Access TV 44, Wahoo TV central everybody. We are looking to start another campaign at the Reservation this year against the hated pale hose from the 2nd city. Today we will have an interview from Japanese pitcher Tadano. Who appears to be some sort of cult movie star. We will be showing a few of his clips during the commercials for Big Als Bowl-o-rama. Hey everybody, don't forget about die hard night here at the stadium. Free admission to anyone who was actually alive the last time the Indians won the pennant."

QUOTE(RockRaines @ Feb 23, 2006 -> 11:22 AM) The s*** he injects is f***ing terrible. There are some steroids and substances than can have a positive effect on your body's health if taken correctly. he ignores all of that data. Whats wrong with Horsey Testy Juice. "Follow your dreams. You can meet your goals. I am living proof. Beefcake! BEEFCAKE!!!" --Eric Cartman (Weight Gainer 4000)

QUOTE(aboz56 @ Feb 23, 2006 -> 11:04 AM) Scanned this in, since it's not available online. Each picture goes in sequence, so just continue down after you get done with each picture. This really gives me even more respect for what Bobby has been able to do. The article was by Bob Nightengale. Great article. This was the place for Bobby to be a star. We are a fanbase that appreciates a hard working guy and can forgive the checkered past. In Chicago we forgive the former bad boy because its part of our persona as a city, especially on the southside. We have welcomed Rodman, then AJ, and now Bobby and his checkered past. As long as this kid gives his all we will be behind him.

QUOTE(LowerCaseRepublican @ Feb 22, 2006 -> 04:40 PM) With all the corporate deals tied to those getting sweet assistance from the Bush administration, we're likely to know if abortion will be overturned if somebody can dig up facts related to coathanger companies' relationships with BushCo. very classy

What everyone is forgetting is that we may deal Contreras. if thats the case do you want Bmac inserted in the rotation going up against mainly number 1s and number 2s or something slighty down the order. I figure if the Count opens up as the number 4 it will tell more about their plans on keeping him through the season or dishing him by the trade deadline.

QUOTE(Cuck the Fubs @ Feb 22, 2006 -> 03:44 PM) It won't be when he does that to Iguchi or Uribe to get his revenge. I think the fear of the Bobby Jenks fastball uncorking at the end of a game should keep Carlos Lee in check with any silly slides against us.

QUOTE(Rex Kickass @ Feb 22, 2006 -> 02:19 PM) If the judge has changed his mind on whether the death penalty is warranted in this case, it would seem to me to be a good reason to not allow the death penalty carried out. At that point in time, he was okay with entering in this judgement. The appeals process is where we can re-examine the case. We do not rexamine judgement or sentencing because of second thoughts or political change in a judge.

QUOTE(Rex Kickass @ Feb 22, 2006 -> 02:29 PM) The French are fighting along side our military in Afghanistan. Because fighting with us in Afganistan makes them a trustworthy source.

QUOTE(juddling @ Feb 22, 2006 -> 11:23 AM) i was wondering the same thing. Sounds like a rejected skit from SNL or something. Sadly its not something out of the realm of reality for our country. In some states they advocate giving drivers licenses to illegal aliens.

QUOTE(juddling @ Feb 22, 2006 -> 10:55 AM) prostitutes want right to sue pimps "Along with other former prostitutes, she is trying to convince Illinois state senators to sign off on a bill that would allow current and former prostitutes to sue their pimps for emotional, physical and psychological damages in civil court." I can see the discourse from the floor now SEN: So, Shaniqua is it? Shaniqua...you are claiming that your pimp Mac Daddy Fashizzle forced you into this life??? Shaniqua: "oh no you didn't?" Sen:"What ?" How do you sue someone who is the ringleader of an illegal activity that you were a part of.

QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Feb 22, 2006 -> 10:40 AM) In other words...if Jenks falters...it's for the exact same reason Shingo faltered...he couldn't throw strikes. Theres a huge difference in sitting on an 83 mph fastball and sitting on a 99 mph fastball. Shingo was Byung Yun Kim version II. One time through the league he was great. The second time through he was meat. Shingo got shell shocked and couldnt through strikes. Once that happened it was all over. Jenks didnt have a huge difficult time last year throwing strikes except when he faced the Oakland A's in his 2nd game. The only thing I would like to see Jenks do is to work up in the strikezone a bit. As it was said earlier in this thread, when he throws below the middle of the thighs its a bit easier for the batter to drop the head of the bat down on that ball and make contact versus trying to catch that belt high fastball hitting the gun at 100. I also think that the belt high fastball makes his curve look more like something to chase. When he was hitting the knees with the fastball and then was throwing the curve it was probably a lot easier to lay off the curve as you knew that it wasnt a fastball from the release. If both pitches come out of the same slot and angle its kind of hard to tell the difference and Jenks will get more people to chase his hook. Just my thoughts.

QUOTE(Chisoxrd5 @ Feb 22, 2006 -> 10:15 AM) Sadly, since they are American athletes that is doubtful to ever happen. We have to make sure that the rest of the world continues to hate us after acting like morons at the Olympics (see also the snowboarder and her celebrating b4 the finish line). I was at a bar on Friday night and people were openly laughing at her. She was so far ahead, and then decided to put on a show for the crowd instead of just racing for the line. Then afterwards the goofy story about how she wasnt hotdogging it. That she grabbed her board to make it land quicker. Well next time dear, please dont arch and tilt the board so you can do a "Grab 120 Fakee" when you have 50 meters to go for Gold.

Very good read. However I doubt if any of this letter will be redistributed in the muslim community. I dont think that any of it would matter to those who destroy, burn and kill due to cartoons. You can insult Jesus because to them Jesus wasnt the prophet as they see it. My favorite quote South Park has a cartoon where they have done some pretty aggresive satire on the Catholic Church. From it being run by a Spider, Jesus having his own local cable program, gettting his ass shot up by Iraqis, to statues of the virgin mary squirting blood from their anus. These of course offend members of the church and they protest. Notice the word is protest. If the muslims just protested, this wouldnt be an issue. Its when they take up violence and destroy due to their offense is where this becomes an issue. Not everyone on this earth will agree with any view 100% of the time. If South Park did a thing with Mohammed having a local cable show, they would have to run for their lives.

QUOTE(Steff @ Feb 22, 2006 -> 10:06 AM) It was all over the place he wasn't going to do it before they left... then at the opening ceremonies he said he was, then he wasn't, then he was... bla, bla, bla, yadda, yadda, yadda... The point is there was stupid drama when there shouldn't have been. Both are to blame.. but I think Davis is being a bit more childish about it. He keeps acting like an idiot and bringing s*** up. Hendrick responding last night was stupid... but Davis made the comment so he had the right to. I agree that both of them should of kept this to themselves. Its kind of stupid to have them fighting openly right after the medal ceremony. I am almost to the point where we lock them into a room, let them beat the s*** out of each other, then let them come out. Maybe after they get their frustrations out they can start acting like adults.

I wonder what Kfed will get once Britney comes out of her RedBull induced mental coma and throws out the freeloader