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QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ May 9, 2016 -> 12:01 PM) Neither one of them would have signed here if they were forced to take an option year. The whole attraction was that they had immediate openings, and they could be on the market in a year. They both literally took less money to do so. Exactly. That and the promise of plenty of playing time.

QUOTE (harkness @ May 9, 2016 -> 10:39 AM) The Twinland joke was pretty hilarious..... I liked him a lot better a couple weeks ago. Last game, at times, he was way too corny. I think he could be good... but he has to learn the balance. Not everything that pops into his head is joke worthy. I like Jason I think he brings a much needed positive vibe into the broadcast but ya sometimes he's a bit over the top. He's brought out the best in Stone and that is a big benefit.

QUOTE (mmmmmbeeer @ May 8, 2016 -> 10:31 PM) It's not a great contract but would definitely help us over the next few seasons....do y'all think we could get Joey Votto from Cincy? Given the Cubs success and youth, I can't believe Cincy sees themselves as competitive any time in the near future. Maybe they look to unload that contract now. It's a lot of loot but if we are WS contenders for the next 3-5 years, it's worth making the move. that would be a high upside high risk move imo. Votto isn't what he was, but he I think Adams as a starting point might pique their interest. I'd prolly do it if Cinci threw in some cash.

tangent: remember when it was a "good idea" to trade Q? Ha.

baserunning this year is excellent. RISP hitting not so much.

QUOTE (Jose Abreu @ May 8, 2016 -> 12:11 PM) I guess they're still the stat nerds' team of choice year after year! Pretty much. What's more shocking to me is how poorly the projections like the Royals.

QUOTE (Y2JImmy0 @ May 7, 2016 -> 11:38 PM) Ballpark atmosphere was awesome. I was in attendance. Nice crowd. yea 28k I think was the announced. nice to see.

QUOTE (Chisoxfn @ May 7, 2016 -> 11:03 PM) Yeah...obviously at the time it was a one run game, but Sale has tended to wear down late in the year and I'm hoping this year is the Sox longest year yet (just like 2005!!!). Last two starts Sale has thrown some pitches, but prior to that he was a model of efficiency. Either way, I tip my cap. He was nasty after that 1st inning. 7-0 is awesome. yea, it's a long season. 7-2 on the box score makes it look obvious but at the time it was a close game and if he doesn't get the leadoff guy, it's a different story. That said, Sale is the man. Maybe he told RV to GTFO.

QUOTE (Chisoxfn @ May 7, 2016 -> 10:59 PM) Another big 7th inning. I didn't like Sale throwing so many pitches, but he was clearly cruising late. Another great win. sale made rv look smart tonight. In general, I don't really think that move was a good idea.

They won. f*** the Twins. Everyone did well again...some s***ty hitting with RISP but ok 7-2 win can't complain too much. Sale is the man. We knew that. 63.4% playoff odds. Yea, it's early, but, believe.

QUOTE (fathom @ May 7, 2016 -> 09:51 PM) Frank Thomas-esque great minds!

what a clinic Jose and Todd have put on the last two innings. Wow. That swing by Jose is just picture perfect oppo field Frank Thomas jam session soft liner RBI.

was that a strike on pitch trax? Looked a bit off from CF cam but that cam is crooked.

Eaton plays so close to the line.

Jesus Lawrie, get the easy hop next time eh?

QUOTE (JoshPR @ May 7, 2016 -> 09:31 PM) When your going good these things happen The team's patience at the plate has been unreal. I can't remember the last time I looked at a box score and saw so many high OBP and isoD. We got some guys that can actually get on and some guys that can blast it. Good combo, especially in today's tougher run environment.

QUOTE (lsufan52224 @ May 7, 2016 -> 09:31 PM) Nice to see them putting more runs on the board instead of holding on to a one run game someone should tell hawk: you're only as good as ... your offense actually giving you a cushion. yea a bullpen helps, so does not clinging to a constant 1 run lead late.

This is a lot of fun. Wow. Great AB avi. Was patient and fouled off a tough 2-2 fastball to get the HBP.

He has no idea where that slider is going other than the dirt, lol.

sit fastball avi.

lmao, I f***ING LOVE the IBB to LOAD THE BASES!

I called it again. Steve Stone esque.

can't get his breaking ball across. sit fastball and rip it todd.

alright todd, just get them over if nothing else.

Jose is fouling off pitches he'd have missed two weeks ago. 96 on that one and he stays alive.