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Smart idea by Moncada to come out swinging this AB knowing Keuchel has been throwing a lot over the plate.

Kevan Smith has raised his wRC+ about 15 points tonight.

Adam Engel trending here in Seattle on Twitter. Neato.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Aug 8, 2017 -> 08:46 PM) That is all on the first base coach. Fair enough. Hardly worth mentioning in this season really. It was a tough read.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Aug 8, 2017 -> 08:33 PM) Not at all. The OF got a glove on it. He couldn't go anywhere until the ball bounded away. He was doing that stupid thing were he tries to tag from 1st on a deep ball to CF. He should have been at least 2/3 to second and scored easily after the ball bounded 20+ feet away. It was bad baserunning Stone said he was on 1st.

That is one of the most insane catches I have ever seen.

Poor Leury, man I used to hate that s***. Pitcher struggles all f***ing inning then paints the corner on your ass.

Moncada is a patient mofo.

What a f***ing rocket from Smith. WTF do I know, Ricky the mad genius batting him cleanup. edit, he's 5th, sorry Avi, forgot you.

Awful baserunning from Jose.

Goodness Avi is strong.

QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Aug 8, 2017 -> 09:10 PM) I don't care that he is tank commander, I don't want to see Holland anymore, he is done whose spot is Lopez taking?

QUOTE (witesoxfan @ Aug 8, 2017 -> 09:13 PM) I don't see any reason why they would keep him out of Arizona. This kid is unreal. Hahn had a quote on him today: https://twitter.com/JRFegan/status/895069244957663232

QUOTE (BlackSox13 @ Aug 8, 2017 -> 08:04 PM) Jimenez has been ridiculous and Zavala not too much less. I think Collins has benefited from the additions of Jimenez and Zavala as well. Definitely think all three should be in Birmingham to start the '18 season. I hope they send Jimenez to the AFL. With a good performance he could be #1 overall IMO.

QUOTE (elrockinMT @ Aug 8, 2017 -> 08:40 PM) Hanging curves in your eyes tend to get hit hard Mere competency from the Sox' young callups is refreshing. But yea a hanger.

Great approach and swing from Moncada from the right side. Nice!

Abreu closing in on another 120 wRC+ season. Blah.

TA turned on a fastball? I'll be damned.

Quality baseball, go figure.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Aug 8, 2017 -> 05:07 PM) Dan Hayes‏Verified account @CSNHayes 28m28 minutes ago #WhiteSox for 8/8: Anderson 6, Saladino 5, Abreu 3, A. Garcia 9, Smith 2, Moncada 4, L. Garcia 7, Delmonico DH, Engel 8. Holland 1. I really don't think there's much to it but FFS Rick: pick a f***ing spot for Moncada and keep him there. WTF is he even doing with these lineups.

QUOTE (Scoots @ Aug 8, 2017 -> 03:45 PM) Those were basically his numbers when he was with the Sox, no? Maybe just a tad higher when he was here? No reason to think they would change much...other than maybe he might get more opportunities to hit with men on base, but even then he was pretty awful hitting with RISP last year and not great this year...great guy, absolutely love his personality and also his defense at 3B...not so much his hitting. Yeah, he hit 40 bombs...pretty sure a big majority of those were solo shots (or at least it felt like it) or meaningless in lost ballgames. Idk. Will be interesting to see who he goes with next year. He hasn't exactly put himself in a great position to be on a team that is in win-now mode for years to come. Similar, but add 108 points of ISO with the Sox. If Frazier isn't hitting for power, and he's not with the Yanks, he's basically replacement level.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Aug 8, 2017 -> 01:22 PM) And you will see on your left this thread circling the drain... I think we've found the new banner for the last 50 odd games. Just photoshop Shields, Davidson and Clippard over a drain.

QUOTE (mmmmmbeeer @ Aug 8, 2017 -> 02:24 PM) Appreciate it, fellas. I hadn't even thought of using airbnb. This year we (me and two buddies) did more of a "spring training survey" and hit up 4 games in 5 nights and four different stadiums rather than just seeing the Sox at Glandale a couple times as I did prior. It was by far a better experience. Some of the fields are just ridiculous now. Talking Stick field felt like a mini Camden Yards to me and was well worth the drive. Personally I'm still a bit younger (although it's fading, fml) so I enjoyed the college / young professional vibe in Tempe quite a bit. We stayed about a mile south of campus and the airbnb we were at had bikes so after the games we'd just ride our bikes through campus and onto the main drags in Tempe and then rinse and repeat the next day. Having the car was a must to see all the various stadiums. And I enjoy driving in the Valley of the Sun quite a bit. Wide open spaces for the most part, even rush hour isn't that bad compared to what I'm used to here in Seattle. I encourage everybody to go to spring training, especially if you're coming from a cold place. The weather will put a smile on your face and once you go once you'll want to make it a year or semi yearly thing.

On a related note, Todd Frazier has absolutely cratered since he got traded to the Yankees, slashing 200/333/309. Ha.

QUOTE (greg775 @ Aug 8, 2017 -> 01:55 PM) Another guy who for whatever reason is not well liked on this board. Was on pace for 30 homer season. I know, his advanced stats suck and will always suck. If somebody else got hurt, ruining a productive season, there'd be a ton of sympathy. Have you seen some of Davidson's bombs this season? Crushed. Definite highlights in one of the worst seasons in Sox history. This all can drive a person crazy. You don't need to tell me how bad Davidson is BTW. I've read all your advanced stat posts. Yeah, he sucks. I know. We know.