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It sounded like it hit the bat.

QUOTE (TitoMB @ Apr 18, 2015 -> 01:13 PM) Just this year? lol He used to just be annoying, but he can't even follow the game now.

Hawk is truly terrible this year. He can't see a damn thing anymore.

QUOTE (chitownsportsfan @ Apr 15, 2015 -> 02:06 PM) We have a guy that hit 300 last year bunting with nobody out int eh 9th. Genius. I'm not arguing about the decision. It's just sad that a leadoff hitter can't keep a bunt fair in that situation.

A 5'4 lead off hitter can't execute a bunt? Jesus.

Don Cooper is an asset. It's not even up for discussion. /thread

Another year of watching awful defense and listening to Hawk Harrelson. Damn.

Drabek has a nasty 2 seamer.

QUOTE (greg775 @ Apr 6, 2015 -> 05:43 PM) KC built this powerhouse with pitching and defense. Will somebody assure me Sox will be fine in those areas this year? Don't you think "powerhouse" is a bit of a stretch?

Well, Alex Rios is still a stud.

QUOTE (shipps @ Apr 6, 2015 -> 05:05 PM) Something is fishy with that. Never seen a cramp in the hand bad enough to take someone out the game. Stone called it immediately when it happened. He's watched a lot more baseball than any of us.

That was scary. Kid dropped like he was on fire.

QUOTE (southsideirish71 @ Apr 6, 2015 -> 04:36 PM) At least you gave him a chance. 4 innings of deep analysis. I hate ND and didn't like the trade when it happened. It's not his fault.

It only took me 4 innings to hate Shark. I tried to like him.

I'm not a doctor and don't play one on the Internet. With that said, I'd be surprised if we ever saw the Nate Jones of the past again. Any time a player has Tommy John, or tears an ACL, I write them off. Maybe I'm pessimistic, but I'd rather be surprised than disappointed. Basically, I expect nothing from Jones going forward.

worth a read

QUOTE (Jenksismyb**** @ Mar 9, 2015 -> 04:11 PM) It's not a companion device, it's an accessory that costs $350 and requires a charge every night. Fitness trackers are popular because phones can't obtain that data accurately. And they're cheap. That is a true companion device, not just an add-on to an existing piece of technology. That's why i'm saying, if smart watches are going to catch on, it has to eventually become the replacement of the smart phone, not just an accessory. Otherwise it's an incredibly niche market that's being served, namely people who want to look cool and don't really require functionality. Your smart phone is still right there, 2 feet away. It does the job that the smart watch offers about 1000 times better. I suppose if you want to wear this thing as a fashion accessory, fine, but stop marketing it as this great fashion piece with all this amazing tech behind it. Just market it as a watch with a screen. And tablets aren't companion devices, nor were they meant to replace your desktop. They replaced laptops and they've done a pretty good job of it. That's why they are a big hit. They've taken an existing piece of tech and made it better (more mobile, much cheaper, a go to piece of entertainment tech). Actually, the iPad never was designed to replace the laptop, which is why they're underpowered and have little, to no, connectivity features. Apple didn't want to compete with their own products. The iPad was designed to be a companion device. Stand alone phone/smart watches do exist. The Samsung Gear S has its own sim card and does everything a phone can do. Apple is purposely limiting the watch so it doesn't compete with their line of phones. These devices obviously don't fit your lifestyle. That seems pretty clear. I can think of a number of reasons they fit mine.

QUOTE (Jenksismyb**** @ Mar 9, 2015 -> 03:55 PM) Well put: http://theconcourse.deadspin.com/the-regul...dium=socialflow edit: also, the best watch I ever had was that super mario bros 3 watch. Best thing ever for an 8 year old. Anyone spending more than about $100 bucks on a watch needs to reevaluate their life. It's not aimed at being a permanent replacement for your phone. It's a companion device for people on the go. For me, it's much more ideal to look at my wrist than pull my phone out of my pocket. It's similar to the tablet. Tablets aren't meant to replace you desktop. They're companion devices.

I've been meaning to get a Samsung Gear S. The limited browser would be really useful for me. Smart watches have a limited market, but they're a great idea for active people that don't want to carry anything.

QUOTE (Tex @ Mar 6, 2015 -> 07:30 AM) Golf tournament today Two hour frost / freeze delay? Check Thermal underwear? Check Insulting layer? Check Gortex Shell and storm pants? Check Heavy socks? Check Gloves? Check Beanie? Check Cover and heater for golf cart? Noooooooooooooo! I almost, almost, wish I was heading to my classroom. It was 4 when I left for work. I work outside. I'm wearing a baselayer and hoodie.

QUOTE (caulfield12 @ Mar 5, 2015 -> 08:49 PM) At least there was naked Halle Berry in her prime. There you go.

QUOTE (Reddy @ Mar 6, 2015 -> 10:34 AM) in pure numbers and skill sets, they're very similar. Garcia's speed gives him a higher floor. I don't think that speed will last long though.

I definitely value tools more than stats when looking at young players. I'm probably at the opposite end as Eminor. With that said, I totally agree with him about Avi. He's got some major red flags. I hope I'm wrong, but I just don't see it.

QUOTE (shysocks @ Feb 4, 2015 -> 09:50 AM) I thought she was definitely singing for at least part of it. Those sharks will live in my memory forever. And Lenny Kravitz' guitar was actually plugged in too.

QUOTE (Reddy @ Feb 4, 2015 -> 02:08 AM) as a professional singer, she was absolutely singing live. sorry bud. As if "as a professional singer" somehow gives your statement any merit. She wasn't singing live. it doesn't matter anyway. It's theater, not music.