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QUOTE(RME JICO @ Dec 22, 2007 -> 03:11 PM) Bureau, for comparison, how about Richar's either now or at the time of the deal? He is not going anywhere. An unnamed source with knowledge of the situation has reported that the Sox and Orioles had a deal in place that would have sent Danny Richar to the Orioles in exchange for Brian Roberts. However, the Orioles pulled out of the deal after reading Richar's scouting report which was posted on Soxtalk.com.

QUOTE(BureauEmployee171 @ Dec 22, 2007 -> 01:03 PM) Like I said, I don't want to post reports that could affect transactions, etc. OK, that's fine and I respect that. I'm just a little confused in that if those reports are provided by MLBSB and are available to all 30 teams, how would posting the scores of Uribe and Ozuna here affect any potential transaction? Anyway again, if you think you shouldn't post them, I respect that and thanks anyway.

Bureau, Just for comparison's sake, would you be so kind as to post the scouting scores on Ozuna and Uribe? Thanks!

Can any of you who follow the minor leagues closely give us a rundown on the progress of outfielder Paulo Orlando? I was really impressed with his speed in ST last year and was wondering if this kid has what it takes to be a major league hitter some day or is he just a one trick pony? Also, how is he defensively and how strong is his arm? When can we expect him to be ready for the majors if ever? Also, does the pitcher the Sox got for Stewart, Johnny Lujan look like he was worth it? Can he be expected to have a shot at the Sox pen some time this year or does he appear to be another hard throwing bust? Thanks for any info.

QUOTE(DBAH0 @ Dec 13, 2007 -> 11:21 PM) If we offered say Konerko, MacDougal and Broadway for Linecum, I'd think they would at least consider it a little for the reason above. If they swung that deal, maybe then the Sox could turn around and offer Vazquez and Gio in a package for Rios.

I've heard a lot about Lincecum, but I have never seen him pitch. How does he compare with Gio Gonzalez? How much ahead of Gonzalez is he ranked by most scouts? If the Jays were offering Alex Rios for Lincecum straight up, would they be interested in Gio and one other Sox prospect (not Fields) for Rios?

QUOTE(knightni @ Dec 10, 2007 -> 05:01 PM) http://sports.aol.com/fanhouse/2007/12/09/the-dugout-f-ks-k/ What the hell was that?

QUOTE(southsideirish71 @ Dec 9, 2007 -> 10:50 PM) How about signing the devil that doesnt give up more draft picks. And signing the devil that we can be 100% certain is not going to show up on the Mitchell report.

QUOTE(RockRaines @ Dec 9, 2007 -> 08:55 PM) Hee Sop Choi Korean.

QUOTE(iamshack @ Dec 9, 2007 -> 04:55 PM) And I keep seeing that posted, but not really referred to in other places. If that is the case, then I guess 3/$40m would be as high as I would go. KW should offer 3/$48M. If anyone beats that, fine.

Just out of curiosity, does anyone know if Matsui and Fukudome are friends?

QUOTE(fathom @ Dec 9, 2007 -> 01:39 PM) If Ozzie really said something about inflated stats for these players, then I think it's pretty obvious the Sox won't get him. At this point, I just hope we drive up his price to 15 mil or so. I really wanted the Sox to sign Torii Hunter. I was disappointed when he signed with the Angels, but not uspet with KW/Sox because there was no way they should have offered him $90M for 5 years. I really wanted the Sox to trade for Miguel Cabrera. I was disappointed when Detroit got him but not upset with KW/Sox because there was no way they could have matched the 6 prospects Detroit traded away. I really want the Sox to sign Fukudome. If he signs elsewhere for a ridiculously high offer, say over $15M per year for over 4 years, I'll be disappointed. However, if the Cubs are able to sign him for a reasonable deal, I will be upset that the Sox did not outbid them.

According to MLBTraderumors, Miggy is about to be released soon. Would the Sox have any interest in him as a backup to AJ? Would Olivo be interested in being a backup at this point in his career?

QUOTE(RockRaines @ Dec 7, 2007 -> 05:43 PM) Ill tell you what. We sign Fuk U Dome to that contract and trade for Brian Roberts and this team automatically looks pretty tough. I wouldnt even know where to bat Fuk. 1. Roberts 2B 2. Cab SS 3. Thome DH 4. Kong 1B 5. Dye RF 6. Fuk CF 7. Fields 3B 8 AJP C 9 Quentin LF I've been thinking along the same lines. If Roberts can be had for Gio, Richar and say Sweeney, I'd do it.

QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Dec 7, 2007 -> 04:03 PM) Offer him 4/52 and see if the Cubs beat it. Offer him 3/48 and see if anybody beats it.

QUOTE(Punch and Judy Garland @ Dec 6, 2007 -> 12:06 AM) My offseason hopes now rely on us getting Fukodome. Plus with Fukodome we get to hear what nickname Hawk might come up with that will infuriate the FCC... "The Fuker"???

QUOTE(CanOfCorn @ Dec 4, 2007 -> 11:13 PM) Rowand isn't worth it and Jones probably turned it down (well, Boras did). How's about that for a theory? Spend it on Fukudome.

QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Dec 4, 2007 -> 11:26 PM) Carlos Silva, 5/$60, here we go, that's a title contender right there!

I would hope he outbids the Cubs for Fukudome and then uses the rest of the offseason adding pitching. A lineup of: Fukudome CF Cabrera SS Thome DH Konerko 1B Dye RF Quentin LF Pierzynski C Fields 3B Richar 2B Coupled with an improved pitching staff has a chance to compete and even be a legit contender with the Tribe and Tigers if the pitching comes through.

QUOTE(ptatc @ Dec 3, 2007 -> 11:35 PM) He is. I called around to find out. By all reports he is doing very well. So will he be able to play in ST?

QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Dec 3, 2007 -> 08:29 PM) He goes by the name Bourgeois. Or something like that. I heard he is terrible at SS.

QUOTE(rockren @ Dec 3, 2007 -> 02:55 PM) I'm happy to see all of the positive feedback on this deal. I couldn't believe the amount of bad mouthing KW got on the OC deal. I'm surprised those same people aren't upset we didn't pull down Upton for Carter. Me too. When I heard about this trade on my way home from work I figured when I logged on to Soxtalk all I'd see is wailing on how KW was a fool for trading away the great Chris Carter. I'm happy to see people here understand this move. Any word on when Quentin will be ready to play? I've read that after his shoulder surgery in October the expected rehab time was around six months. If true, he may not be on the opening day roster.

This part is of particular interest: Leaving behind Greg Walker, a man Rowand refers to as "not only the best hitting coach in baseball, hands down, but also one of my best friends," Rowand was forced to rely more on his own knowledge to make corrections with his swing. This bit of personal growth should help answer critics who point to 2007 as a spectacular anomaly compared to his past solid seasons. "During the last couple of years, I learned a lot about myself and my swing," said Rowand, who hit .309 in 2007, with 27 home runs, 45 doubles, 89 RBIs and 105 runs scored. "[in Chicago] I depended on [Walker] to watch and break down every one of my swings, and I leaned on him and depended on him too much, instead of learning a feel. "Milt Thompson is Philadelphia's hitting coach, and I have nothing bad to say about Milt whatsoever. But he doesn't break down your swing mechanically the way that Walker does. He's more of a feel guy than about mechanics with the swing. "So it's almost like I became my own hitting coach and had to make adjustments myself," Rowand added. "I'm already out swinging right now. Two months have gone by, and normally when I start hitting, I feel like I don't know what I'm doing. This year, I feel like I'm right there still."

ESPN reports the deal is done. http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?i...e=ESPNHeadlines

QUOTE(BaseballNick @ Nov 28, 2007 -> 10:18 PM) Why is everyone having a hissy fit? It's November; not April. The second round of GM meetings hasn't even started yet! If you really think we should have outbid LAA and given Hunter somewhere around $100million then there's exhibit A as to why you're not the GM of this team. KW already added two pretty good players at the expense of a pitcher who was unspectacular (10-13) last year, in the walk year of his contract, and who publicly admitted that he has a knot in his shoulder which bothers him when he throws. Pitchers who have shoulder issues and who have logged 850IPs over the last four seasons are an extended DL stint waiting to happen. ^^^^^