RockRaines

Im just curious of who we are supposed to have other than PODS? He is the best guy we have, and have had for many years. He is not the best in the game, but seriously, how are we going to get our hands on those people. Lead off men are a seriously hard thing to come by. Its always good to improve on the team at any position, but in this situation, I am drawing a complete blank. Plus he fits alot of the attitude on the team, and seems to have a big impact on the hustle and energy.

QUOTE(Iwritecode @ Jul 11, 2006 -> 03:16 PM) That would explain the 4 dry sockets... Not the cause, but certainly an agitator.

QUOTE(redandwhite @ Jul 11, 2006 -> 02:53 PM) It became infected because I hit the weights too early, and then I'm going to get it checked out to see what happened here again today, because I can't go around looking like an idiot, not that I don't normally. Hopefully it's nothing, but odds are its an infection, probably from food, which sucks because I use the plunger after every meal. I don't understand, I really don't. I can't win for losing with these damn teeth. Oh yeah, Rock, the gauze in the hole is painful as hell. Thats what got me, that and I went to a sox game and tried to eat peanuts...bad move. Oh yeah, and smoking is a major no no.

Yeah, pretty much his timeline is off. Basically it was a slow day in sports.

QUOTE(maggsmaggs @ Jul 11, 2006 -> 01:41 PM) Those are bad, I had one of them when I had all four of mine out (all impacted.) I can't imagine how much pain that caused b/c just one for me was horrible, but four, WOW. Yeah, then they stuffed medicated gauze down all four holes for about a week. So much pain.

QUOTE(JimH @ Jul 11, 2006 -> 02:16 PM) I did? Dont be bashful, I recall a conversation about Willie Harris and Timo being first ballot HOF'ers

QUOTE(JimH @ Jul 11, 2006 -> 01:10 PM) As we discussed yesterday, yes I personally believe this is exactly what's going on. You also personally believed that Timo was the best OF'er ever.

QUOTE(Greg Hibbard @ Jul 11, 2006 -> 01:49 PM) I didn't conclude that at all. I concluded that his stolen bases were a contributing factor to 7 victories. I can think of at least three instances in which podsednik's defense was a contributing factor to a loss, too. Can you give those specific examples, with in game references to situations? Thanks

QUOTE(YASNY @ Jul 10, 2006 -> 10:22 PM) That's cool. But, for the record, here's my thinking. If say, Dye, had been playing on a sore knee and decided to opt out of the game, I believe most around here would be saying that it was a good decision. You'd hear a lot along the lines of 'He has the team's best interest in mind' and 'It's just an exhibition game and the pennant race is what matters'. In fact, Thome opted out of the HR Derby to insure he didn't injure himself during it. So, you could say Thome also disregarded the fans that pay his salary, etc. Good points. Of course they would make more sense if Manny had A: Told anyone he wasnt going. And B: Actually just showed up for the game. You dont have to play, but showing up is for the fans. All he had to do is put on a jersey.

QUOTE(Milkman delivers @ Jul 11, 2006 -> 09:45 AM) Ryan isn't far and away better, but he is still clearly better given these stats. Papelbon still has a better chance to win, though, based on the fact that he plays in Boston. That sounds like I might be joking, but it's honestly how I feel. Papelbon would win right now because he's on the Red Sox. Absolutely thats the case. Otherwise you wouldnt have people on here saying that Papelbon has been the best reliever hands down, he really hasnt been, but nobody realizes that.

QUOTE(redandwhite @ Jul 11, 2006 -> 09:12 AM) The statistics I listed were entirely accurate, you chose to add in whose blown more saves and in the process of accusing me of posting false statistics, which wasn't true in the least, you posted one less blown save for Papelbon than you should have. I didnt accuse you of anything dude. I put Ryan in there instead of Liriano. Read more closely. I was guessing on blown saves, the rest are totally accurate. Ryan has been a better reliever and closer this season.

QUOTE(redandwhite @ Jul 10, 2006 -> 10:53 PM) What wasn't accurate about the statistics that I listed? Papelbon has been better than Ryan this year. Regardless, both should be considered for the award. Again, I'm not quite sure what you're talking about. Correct. So if anyone posted faulty statistics, it was Rock, not me. What was faulty about my stats? Ryan has been better in those three categories, sorry bout it.

QUOTE(Kalapse @ Jul 10, 2006 -> 05:22 PM) BJ Ryan is right there with him and has 2 less blown saves, why don't you include him in this? Johan Santana, Francisco Liriano and Roy Halladay are the 3 names right now that I'd put up there for midseason Cy Young. but, but, but, ESPN doesnt talk about them every 5 seconds, how could they be as good as Papelboner??? How, please god HOW!!!!!!!!! QUOTE(redandwhite @ Jul 10, 2006 -> 09:59 PM) Statistics: WHIP/BAA/ERA Papelbon: .72/.155 /.59 BLSV 2 Ryan: .70/.148/ .84 BLSV 1 Fixed for accuracy.

QUOTE(ZoomSlowik @ Jul 10, 2006 -> 10:20 PM) Griffey is the only guy that makes sense. It's gotta be someone with a monster contract that the Yankees can eat, because they're short on solid minor leaguers. Where would he play?

Good points by everyone on BA, i was surprised that I didnt get ripped apart for my comments on AROW and bA>

Seriously, f*** ROWAND. I am sick of hearing that we will deal for him. I would rather have BA patrolling the OF.

QUOTE(Kalapse @ Jul 10, 2006 -> 01:09 PM) - Contreras has gone a long way to prove that the second half of last year was a fluke. Awesome. ?????

QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Jul 10, 2006 -> 01:57 PM) Not saying any of it makes sense, just posting from the chat. I cant even fathom why they keep bringing up Rowand. How does that benefit us and the Phillies? Its retarded.

QUOTE(innersanctum @ Jul 10, 2006 -> 01:48 PM) Play the scenario out for a minute, if we were to acquire Schmidt: Why wouldn't or couldn't we sign Schmidt to a contract before he becomes a free agent? Wasn't Garcia a rental when we got him and then we signed him long term? I know there is a family connection between him and Ozzie but is there an opportunity that we could keep him for the long run once the season is over? Scmidt is older, overpriced, and has been iffy the last few years, plus the move to US Cellular would kick his era up more than one point. We would benefit more by putting BMAC into the rotation, moving Vaz in a deal, picking up a reliever and keeping BA. Both the cost, and the benefits are better that way. Stupid rumor, I think someone read their email from last year and posted the same s***.

QUOTE(kapkomet @ Jul 10, 2006 -> 11:17 AM) And (WHITE) Sox fans are obnoxious when they come to visiting parks, now, too. Think about it. def. I didnt think they were that terrible this weekend, we were just pissed cause we were losing. Also, the Red Sox crowd that was at the cell wasnt indicative of most fans. Alot of them were converted cubs fans, or just bandwagon jumpers. I asked every one I saw if they flew in for the game, where they grew up, how did they become a Red Sox fan. Only one was a legit born and raised Red Sox fan. I wouldnt say most of them represented die hard Red Sox fans, and I didnt file them as such. Regardless, they werent that bad, they just cheered when they got the best of us. Thats all.

QUOTE(Dick Allen @ Jul 10, 2006 -> 10:51 AM) They were very loud. I think its shocking to hear that much noise for an opponent at your home park. They sounded like 15,000. I wouldnt go that far. The 35 thousand white sox fans drowned them out with ease. I would say around 6-7 thousand red sox fans maximum. They were loud, but only seemed extremely loud because we didnt have that much to cheer for most days.

This trade is absolutley horses***. First, Rowand isnt going anywhere, and no way is he coming back here. Second, KW does not trade BMAC this season. He knows its a better bet to trade one of the other guys,plus the way BMAC looked yesterday, moving him into the rotation might improve it anyway.

QUOTE(Tony82087 @ Jul 10, 2006 -> 08:46 AM) Not a chance in hell. unless 30k boston fans were dressed in white sox gear, there is no chance in hell.

QUOTE(Jake @ Jul 9, 2006 -> 09:16 PM) Our bullpen is really very good without Cliff in it. hahah, funny yet so true.