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QUOTE (bmags @ Apr 26, 2016 -> 10:52 PM) Just watching the video replays, looks like solid D again. Can't believe how fundamentally sound they have reverted into being. Really, really like Lawrie's 2b. I don't know if numbers will back it up but I'm thrilled with our IF which seemed like it could actually have been downgraded defensively. For whatever Reason it doesn't seem like Rollins gets the ball hit to him that much. I honestly wonder if that is by plan. He's clearly the weak link and he hasn't had too much action. Navarro threw out a runner, that was nice.

QUOTE (OmarComing25 @ Apr 26, 2016 -> 10:51 PM) Just curious which befuddling decisions you're referring to, I think he's been fine. eh, you're more than welcome to sort trough the old game threads! Most recent was Duke v Beltre when albers was available. It worked out for the Sox so nobody remembers. Good players make a good team and Duke bailed him out.

RV has little to nothing to do with it, much like every other manager. The historical pitching to start and the massively improved defense aren't some RV pixie dust it's just a better roster with better players in better spots. RV has already had his usual share of befuddling decisions but even at worst a bad manager tactics wise is worth -1 or -2 wins a year at most.

just rewatching the game it looked like Lawries crazy ass was like "I'm safe, I'm safe" on the play he over ran 3rd then McEwing was like "no you're out" and Lawrie then gives him a look like "no, replay it!". lol. Everything works out when you are winning. That was a play I got visibly frustrated with (slammed my hand down on the desk actually) and it worked out. Would have been a total rally killer instead of bases loaded no outs they'd have had 1st and 2nd one out. Big difference, thank goodness for replay.

QUOTE (Kalapse @ Apr 26, 2016 -> 10:40 PM) Chris Sale had 8 starts of 7+ IP with less than 110 pitches in 2015, he has accomplished this feat in each of his first 5 starts this season. He really is amazing. His only weakness is perhaps a short temper coupled with bouts of wildness that accompany it but man, he's working four pitches easy every game it seems. Now that he has that little 90 fastball he can get so many more easy groundball outs.

QUOTE (GreenSox @ Apr 26, 2016 -> 10:35 PM) Yep We'll have to look them in the face and beat them down. Go Avi! Just get over .700 OPS. One of the better four PAs I've ever seen from him. Wasn't just getting lucky actually worked counts and looked for a pitch he could drive. Wasn't just swinging to swing and hoping the pitcher put it where he wanted it.

QUOTE (SouthSideSale @ Apr 26, 2016 -> 09:36 PM) Because all of our backup catchers get hurt if he pulls a hammy here RV is gonna be in some hot water with me.

Why is Navarro still in?

QUOTE (fathom @ Apr 26, 2016 -> 09:33 PM) Poor Avi gets the RBI and no official AB, not bad.

Another hard hit ball from Avi he could be 4-4 with 2 double and a HR.

QUOTE (La Marr Hoyt HOF @ Apr 26, 2016 -> 09:28 PM) Really wish LaRoche was here to see this I bet poor Drake Laroche is crying his eyes out knowing he was the albatross on the '15 club.

They should make Danks pitch the 9th but he might blow the lead.

Frank Thomas special right there!

Ok, time to put Chris' arm on ice. This game is on ice.

Jays are flashing the leather. Too bad it's too little too late.

that pitch was too nasty for the ump to call a strike apparently.

I'm getting greedy wanted that 8th run! I'll settle for seven.

still noooooobbooddy out.

Yes! Yes! Yes! Yes!

Avi is showing signs. Hit that one hard.

QUOTE (La Marr Hoyt HOF @ Apr 26, 2016 -> 07:37 PM) Donaldson disagrees I mean he's not gonna go out and throw 97 mph and a hundred sliders any more. In many ways he's much smarter now than he was a few years ago and he always has the filthy stuff in reserve.

some moron at bluebirdbanter said sale didn't have very good stuff for such a good pitcher. Uh, ok bro. Tell that to Saunders, lmao

at least we have replay. He's safe but pickup the damn coach.

WTF are you doing.

Avi is seeing the ball nicely tonight.