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I like it. You're basically putting Contreras at the 4 spot and El Duque at the 5 minimizing his starts. Quit the complaing guys. Have faith in management that got us so far. And this is coming from a guy who hates Ozzie's bullpen management.

I would love to see Buehrle start, but realistically I know Halladay is unless he turns in a piss poor performance and Buehrle pitches a gem next time out.

QUOTE(UofIChiSox @ Jul 2, 2005 -> 12:15 AM) Can somebody explain the Bandits to me? I mean, I know they're a pro softball team, and they seem to have a lot of hotties and talent, but do they play in any sort of league? I saw them once on Comcast and they were playing the China National Team, that had to be an exhibition though. Are they all exhibitions? I certainly can't complain about watching Jennie Finch pitch from the center field camera angle! They play in the National Pro Softball League I believe. They play both international competition and comp. from the states. She pitched a no hitter yesterday and the day before, her teammate pitched a no hitter. They've also have gotten some pretty damn good run support.

The White Sox will probably give him a new contract over the offseason and forget about arbitration. He'll get his 3 year deal at the end of the season.

QUOTE(CWSOX45 @ Jul 3, 2005 -> 09:40 AM) Sorry folks, but if we have the chance to snag Jason Schmidt, we need to do it. That bumps Contreras into the pen for the post-season. Having more than 5 reliable starting pitchers in the play-offs can do wonders for a ball club. Look at the Red Sox last year, they had Derek Lowe and Bronson Arroyo coming out of the pen until later in the ALCS! Getting Schmidt would only bolster our rotation even more, a change of scenery may also be what Schmidt needs to get him back on track. I love Brandon McCarthy but there is no way you can rely on him to be solid in the post-season, let alone in consecutive starts. We need to get Jason Schmidt. CWSOX45 And just like Arroyo and Lowe, Count and Duque will be in the bullpen. Only reason why Lowe even got a shot was because of Schilling's injury. Else he would've been in the bullpen the whole time. Schmidt in his current state isn't going to help us more than Count or El Duque.

QUOTE(Chisoxfn @ Jul 2, 2005 -> 11:14 AM) What are you talking about. Early in the season he continually got screwed out of wins by the bullpen. Jose has pitched very well this season. I know he struggled last night and can be tough to watch, but his numbers have been good and he's kept the club in most games. Its frustrating to watch him, I'll admit, but thats probably because we all have seen the potential he has and expect to see it. I know I've seen a few starts this year where I'm just in awe at how he pitches. Problem is once he gets into a jam he's gonna struggle the rest of that inning. He just creates problems and needs to learn to pitch with some confidence. My sentiments exactly.

QUOTE(DBAH0 @ Jul 1, 2005 -> 03:53 PM) Here's a timeline on Schmidt's velocity and his last few starts; Actually I remember it too. He usually hit 97-98 and occasionally had it up to 99.

I said AJ simply because even moreso than Mark, I feel he is the trendsetter. Mark has been here for awhile Garland and the other pitchers we had didn't pitch this good. AJ is a great game caller and knows exactly how to handle a pitching staff.

Hey AO, you ever realize that the Red Sox and Angels are good fastball hitters. The fact that Mark is a "finesse" pitcher plays right in our hand considering they pound the fastball.

I like the first one better too. A thief doesn't work with brightness. He's in the dark.

I think it looks excellent. I think it's better suited as the August one though since there already is a July wallpaper and AJ's bat flip is a must. Looks awesome though. I love how you played with the White Sox logo. Looks professional.

"Derek Lee Dominates Yet Again" "Maddux Suspects Carlos Lee After Being Roughed Up In Bad Outing" "Despite Loss, Cubbies On The Way To Postseason"

QUOTE(greasywheels121 @ Jun 30, 2005 -> 06:02 PM) They were filming a movie. No excuse. Vaughn should've demanded to wear a Sox jersey.

I believe the White Sox should pursue Pettite then. He just seems to win in the playoffs and always give quality starts. He's a vet and I'm pretty sure he would welcome a trade to the best team in baseball. Also, he's a good personality and I don't see him clashing with anyone on the team. Thoughts? I say this because I don't think Burnett or Schmidt are realistic options and Lilly shouldn't be a realistic option.

We are the best team in baseball. We aren't the most talented, but as a collective unit, everyone helps everyone else going.

was spotted at the Cubs game with a Cubs jersey today. WTF??? That sh*t shouldn't be happening. I rather him be a Twins fan than a Cubs fan. And Jennifer Aniston allegedly was there too. Vince Vaughn, you are now a jagbag.

Damnit, barely missed the right guy. Haren would be unbelievable for this team.

PK goes Yard!!!!!!!!

One hell of a wet dream. Not happening.

QUOTE(WHarris1 @ Jun 29, 2005 -> 05:19 PM) Eddie Basden Charlotte United States Guard 6-5 215 PLEASE PAX Actually, apparently that's who Paxson's going to invite. He likes his defense and thinks he has a good head on his shoulders. Anyway, I thought Louis Williams got drafted 2 picks before the last. I think Jackie Manuel would be really solid(a 6'5 SG who's a defensive stopper), Jawad Williams would definately be worth a look if we weren't stacked at SF, Darren Brooks would've been a nice look if we weren't stacked at PG and if Pax didn't offer the QO to Pargo. I think he's a great player though. Where's the love for Cedrick Banks??? Just playing. I think someone will take a shot on him in their summer league considering he's a lefty sharp shooter.

BMac will pitch a perfect game through 15 innings and get the win

QUOTE(qwerty @ Jun 29, 2005 -> 02:19 PM) Name three point guards in the last ten years as good as he was defensively. Who was a better overall point guard than kidd since he was in the league? Payton was better at both aspects ( offense and defense) and then stockton and kevin johnson were both better offensively but not as good of defenders. Jason kidd is a first ballot hall of famer whether you or anyone else likes. Kidd He went to a team that was 26-56 the year before he got there and they ended up with the best record in the easteren conference at 52-30. As a point guard he led the nets to two finals i think that says something about how good of a player he really is. They were no worse than the seventh best defensive team while he was there and that has alot to do with his intensity. Kidd is a dick, i will admit it, but so is payton and half the players in the nba. Payton is one of those guys who thinks he has never commited a foul along with cassel. Kidd thinks he runs the show ( sad thing is he does). I would put Magic, Payton, Isiah and Stockton(not in order)off the top of my head as better PG's than Kidd was. Kidd wasn't that good until he got to NJ. I think that's what people are missing. Before that he was an above average guard(think Andre Miller, but a little better at passing) who made a couple of All-Star teams. That's why he wasn't even talked about much. And it's not like he came close to winning the championship either. He took the Nets during the down years of the EC and you know you wouldn't be able to say with a straight face that the level of competition didn't play a role in it. He even wanted to jump on the Spurs bandwagon to be with Duncan. If you were to build a team right now, you're telling me you would take Kidd over Shaq or Duncan??? Wow. QUOTE(hammerhead johnson @ Jun 29, 2005 -> 03:09 PM) It's absolutely terrible, you know? Danny Ferry is the next Larry Bird. Believe it or not, but he's a projected Larry Bird. I was 11 years old back in 1990 when they were saying that s***, and even then, I knew waaaay better than to utter some nonsense about how a guy projects out to be an NBA legend type player on the strength of what he did in college? Really, anyone who sits back and says "This guy is the next Karl Malone" or "This guy is the next Sidney Moncrief" is just pathetic. That's why I ain't tuning in for any draft coverage, I just can't put up with the bulls***. You'll only become dumber in the long run. I thought that Anfernee Hardaway was the next Magic Johnson? Oh no, wait, that's Shaun Livingston. Well projections don't always work out. But it's the best way to describe style of play. Anfernee Hardaway was a Magic Johnson type until his knee caught up with him(that's what happens when you're shot in your knee cap). It's not saying, these players will be as good as the players they project, but play similar to them. You're telling me when people said LeBron was a mix between Jordan and Magic were wrong?? He's exactly that. Shaun Livingston was doing damn well last season until he got injured. Do you watch the NFL Draft? Or any other drafts because that's how they all are.

QUOTE(southsideirish71 @ Jun 29, 2005 -> 03:22 PM) AJ Burnett would be great. You cant argue with 100mph from a starter. Schmidt would be good as a plan B. Lilly should be a plan NO. If we're going after starting pitching, that would be my order of attack.

6IP, 5 ER's 3BB, 2K's

QUOTE(DBAH0 @ Jun 29, 2005 -> 02:53 PM) Colorado in Colorado? The Baltimore Orioles aren't a good hitting team? The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim? The Cubs have hit pretty good lately too. The Cubs are not a good hitting club. We made them look special though on Saturday. When did they face LAA? Was it during Vlad's DL stint?. I'll give you Colorado and Baltimore though.