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Yeah, aisle five...right next to the man purses.

Rest assured, Magglio, you played a large part in last season's World Championship. ...probably a larger part than you realize. I thank you for it.

Here we go!!!!! Time for the 48th running of the Daytona 500!!!! This is like the NFL starting the season with the Super Bowl. Boogity, boogity, boogity...

QUOTE(Jimbo's Drinker @ Feb 18, 2006 -> 11:18 AM) Go Bucknell Went to high school with starting PG Abe Badmus.

QUOTE(Dam8610 @ Feb 17, 2006 -> 09:43 PM) Not at all, but certianly don't hold it against a guy for being surrounded by crappy talent and thus losing more often. If you like Leinart more than Cutler, that's fine, but to say that Cutler isn't even in Leinart's class is just stupid. Cutler is extremely talented, and I wouldn't be at all surprised if he turns out to be a better QB than Leinart. Now you're just putting words in other peoples' mouths. That was never said. That was never even implied. Amazing.

Very excited. Actually, I don't know what excites me more, the 500 or Goldy's new signature. That's amazing. Please keep it up--pun not intended--for the duration of the Olympics, at the very least.

These double standards are absolutely out of hand. This is despicable.

I don't make a signature for just anybody.

Let's hold it against a guy for winning.

Double-edged sword. On one hand, you get spoiled as a true baseball fan having that whole, entire park to yourself. On the other hand, the White Sox fanbase really stepped up and this is a sign of very good things to come. Very cool.

QUOTE(witesoxfan @ Feb 16, 2006 -> 02:21 PM) I also see a little Steve Young in Matt Leinart, and I don't think it's just because they were both left-handed(though that helps ) ...and I know you don't think that because Leinart's ability to scramble emulates that of Young, right? I agree with nearly everything said there, and, I'll even take it one step further...I can't see how anyone can say at this juncture that Cutler has more upside.

A Thread Designed To Take An In-Depth Look At One Position: Feel Free To Not Only Add To This Thread, But, Create One For Other Positions I'm just going to take a look at the six quarterbacks I've watched the closest over the course of the year. In no particular order: Brodie Croyle Despite what certain NFL scouts will tell you--actually, it isn't the NFL scouts so much as it is the collegiate draft analyzers--he projects to be nothing more than a middle-of-the-road backup...and it has nothing to do with his injury concerns. With him, we've seen a guy that can look outstanding at times, but, will just as soon make some real poor decisions and will force a whole lot that isn't there. I do like his arm, and I think he is patient enough both on and off the field to be considered a leader of sort, but, in the end, I think his inability to read NFL defensive coverages and blitz packages will be the end of him. His passes are both strong and fairly accurate, but, he is a pure pocket passer and I just can't see this guy starting for prolonged periods of time. Comparison: Mike McMahon Brett Basanez Having watched him since his days at St. Viator, I can tell you he's not your average quarterback. He is extremely poised both on and off the field and his game has really grown on me throughout his time at Northwestern. He is pretty durable, can scramble, and has an incredible work-ethic. He's also a four-year starter that re-wrote the NU record books. His arm strength is above average, but, I worry about his accuracy. I don't know if he'll ever lead a team Sunday after Sunday, but, his game should translate very well and I expect to see him as a backup for many years to come. He could be an excellent sleeper type--like, dare I say--Tom Brady. Comparison: A Vertically Challenged Matt Schaub Bruce Gradkowski One of the most--in fact, he may be the most--accurate passers in the history of college football. He's a leader, has great intangibles, and is all-day tough. Surround this guy some talent and I think you have an NFL quarterback on your hands. Obviously, the knock on him is his height--and rightfully so, it's a major concern. For some reason, this guy screams New England Patriot at me. Comparison: Without doubt, Jon Kitna Jay Cutler I just don't think I'm as in-love with Cutler as the rest of the nation. Obviously, Cutler has excellent size, a very strong, accurate arm, hangs tough in the pocket and has all the intangibles in the world. I think my concern comes in when you start talking about making a top-ten selection of a guy who can have very spotty mechanics--although that can be changed--makes late-Favre fearless passing decisions, and is just all-around raw. A lot of teams see a ton of upside in him and consider him NFL-ready; they may be right. If groomed for a year, he may become a league-regular...just don't expect him to be a household name. Comparison: At best, Drew Bledsoe Vince Young Yikes. In my estimation, Vince stands just as good a chance of bombing as he does revolutionizing the sport. Much like Michael Vick, I think teams see Vince as a guy that will change the landscape of football, and, without doubt, the quarterback position. His athleticism is unparalleled, he runs like a halfback, has ideal height and weight, and lead his team to a national championship. The question is: are you willing to be the team to revolutionize the sport? Do you like what they have going in Atlanta? I know it's not fair to label this kid Michael Vick--because, he just isn't Michael Vick, I feel he is a much better signal-caller--but, he still has the funky release, he appears raw by NFL standards, and he may be too quick to drop his reads and scramble. Your guess is as good as mine. Comparison: A young, fast Steve McNair Matt Leinart Say what you will, I buy into the hype. Leinart is for real, gang. You can't say enough from a PR standpoint, his collegiate success is the stuff of legend, he has a picture-perfect delievery complete with A+ accuracy, and he can throw the deep ball. Oh, by the way, he has played, and succeeded on, the biggest stages college football has to offer. If I'm the Saints, I'm drafting Leinart. If anyone can help turn that franchise around, it's him. Arm strength? Durability? I don't care. Draft him. Comparison: World Champion Tom Brady

QUOTE(sircaffey @ Feb 14, 2006 -> 06:43 PM) Pods Uribe Dye There would be a lot of 1-2-3 1st innings with those 3 going up there. With our ridiculous record when we score first, I would think you'd want Thome in the 1st inning, but that's just my opinion. I absolutely agree with you. You keep the L-R-L with that lineup, you have a guy with a higher on base, and can protect him with both Paulie and Dye...it makes a whole lot of sense to me. But, just remember... "I make tha damng lineup"

QUOTE(aboz56 @ Feb 14, 2006 -> 07:14 PM) As good as his blog is at times, I found him extremly boring during the seminars at Soxfest. He really had nothing of substance to say, at least that's what I was thinking to myself while I was listening to him. I think he was scared s***less.

QUOTE(sircaffey @ Feb 14, 2006 -> 06:37 PM) The trib had an article either Saturday or Sunday that implied Dye was the 5th hitter. That Oz might want some protect for Dye, so moving Gooch down would do that...Something like that. Fair enough. It's just that the things I've been hearding would suggest otherwise. If we're guessing: Podsednik Uribe Dye Konerko Thome Iguchi Pierzynski Crede Anderson

Sounds like the Sox brass want a 3-5 of: Dye Konerko Thome Can anyone else attest to this?

QUOTE(aboz56 @ Feb 14, 2006 -> 05:59 PM) I might know that columnist. Just awesome.

You have to think Almanza is the favorite. We know how Ozzie is when it comes to cats he feels strongly about. I don't know if he influenced the the front office to sign him, but, if he did, I bet there are still some good vibes there from the Marlins WS run. Hearing both Kenny and Ozzie speak at Soxfest, it appears Lil' Arnie would have to walk on water to change their opinions of him and bring him aboard.

QUOTE(kyyle23 @ Feb 14, 2006 -> 09:15 AM) LOL, its been a big event pretty much from the start. The difference now is the acts that they use to draw the fans. In the beginning, it was up and comers. Now it is all about the money makers, the DMBs and the Smashing Pumpkins and anyone who can fill up a venue. Thats pretty much why Perry Ferrell abandoned the project in the late 90s. A 3 day Lollapalooza is pretty awesome though, I know I would make an effort to go to one night. Beg to differ.

IU fans, would you have wanted Bruce Pearl if he was, or becomes, available? That nut is doing quite the job with the Vols.

Now calling all the Soxtalk dissenting NFL Draft minds. Once again, it's safe to come out and play. The fascist regime plaguing this particular forum appears to be over. ...though I would still like to know what finally did it.

Time spent he should have been working out the holes in that swing.

My advice: don't listen to people on an internet message board when it comes to your college education. Visit potential schools. Get the absolute highest GPA + ACT you can. Go where feels right.

This oneeeee's overrrrrrrrrrr.

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