Steve9347

i have my softball on sunday nights. last night's game was f***ing perfection. we went into the bottom of the 7th (equal to the 9th, for you non-softball players) down 8-3. We scored 6 in the inning to walk-off with the win. Obviously, there were drinks had after that game.

I get so sick of that s***, but last time they were simulcast on ESPN and WCIU, ESPN came through... tonight its on CSN and ESPN... how will we fare? I love the Hawk and DJ, but I'd much rather watch the game in beautiful HD color with more interesting storylines, better graphics/camera angles, and so on... if anyone knows... let me know...

It's on... Take this from someone who's been with every pitch of this team, this year and the past. Last night, clutch 2-run single by MVP candidate Jermaine Dye in the eighth inning. Tonight, not one, but two comebacks... one against the guy with the most consecutive saves in the league (though don't ask me how a junkballer managed that)... these last two games were such a resilliant bunch; I am so excited... we're getting it done with singles instead of the homerun ball. This was championship baseball at it's best, and I am happy to say that I am a f***ing Chicago White Sox fan. Stretch. It will.... you can put it on the board............................................. yes.

QUOTE(Milkman delivers @ Jun 10, 2006 -> 11:33 AM) Soxtalk tired of Garland stretch... yes....

QUOTE(SoxAce @ Jun 9, 2006 -> 11:14 PM) If/when Thome gets his average up, there's no question he's getting the MVP, he has been a beast. But since Dye has been more consistant, then yes, I would give it to him. Ichiro (who has amazingly heated up) and Alex Rios are also very deserving. stupid. david ortiz cant get the mvp. do you want to know why? DH DH = no MVP

this was said about 2 minutes ago by Dan Bernstein, whom I do like, btw... Um, ok Dan. Let's see, who is better than the White Sox even if they have questions? the Tigers? No. the Yankees? No. the Red Sox? No. the Rangers? No. the Mets? No. the Reds? No. I mean, they may be having their problems, but the White Sox still match up well with anyone, and are as much a "World Series team" as anyone else.

My feelings are different. Last night, I was at the game, and instead of hanging on every pitch... or flipping out about Garland giving up bombs... I was relaxed. I looked around at a sellout on Thursday night, saw the amazing banners of the World Championship. I've come down from the ledge. Instead of expecting the White Sox to blow it, I always feel like they are right where they need to be. They are playing pretty bad baseball right now, and still have the 2nd best record in baseball. How funny is that? As the season wears on, I'm sure I will hang more on wins and losses.

my first thought is "no thanks." but on further examination, considering this is his walk year, so we wouldn't be stuck with him... i kind of like this idea. id prefer brady clark, and i pretty much think cincy won't deal griffey (they CAN win that division). yeah, cameron, good call... if anything he could always just break his face again.

you cant trade fields!

yesterday i was sitting first row behind the bullpen (158, row 8, seats 23-24) those were some pictures. i got some nice ones of coop and some really good pics of garland and tracey warming

i converted someone by taking him to the ring ceremony

QUOTE(tealeafreaderii @ Jun 7, 2006 -> 10:28 PM) best route? the redline. that helps... so much.

QUOTE(shoota @ Jun 7, 2006 -> 09:34 PM) Like his dropped foul popup against Boston last year? CLUTCH. i was at that game. we lost. it sucked. and then, magically, we won the world series! give the guy, and out kickass announcers, a break

QUOTE(shoota @ Jun 7, 2006 -> 09:07 PM) How come every time Crede makes an error, DJ and Hawk have to defend him by saying how rare it is for him to error and that he's still "the best defensive 3bman in the business"? Crede committed two errors on one play which any other 3Bman would have made and ended the inning, allowing the Sox to retain their 3-2 lead instead of giving the First-place Tigers a gift tieing run in the 7th inning. I'm insulted by announcers who try to excuse a player's error by saying how he's made that play in the past, how much he's contributed to the team this year, etc. They give praise where criticism is necessary. shut up. he also scored the go ahead run. give the guy a break, he makes almost every play.

What's up soxtalkers? I recently got a new job three weeks ago, and I have yet to go to a game straight from work. Tomorrow, that changes. I need to know what you guys think would be the better route leaving Mount Prospect between 4 and 4:30. Should I take 294 S 90 E exit 55A (35th) OR 294 S 55 N 94 E i know 90 takes me by O'Hare, but its the more direct route. I'm used to coming from the Naperville area, but obviously don't have a choice tomorrow. Thanks for the help.

Sean Tracey... now im f***ing happy! he'll get some people out!

im sorry. I love jermaine dye. i f***ing love him, BUT Jim Thome is most deserving. He leads the AL in homers and RBI and has completely changed the makeup of this offense. I think they should BOTH be on the team.

QUOTE(POPPY_HIDALGO @ Jun 7, 2006 -> 12:34 PM) My thoughts are with Politte and his family as they try their best to deal with this problem. I hope all goes well and he can begin living a normal healthy life soon. um, as far as I can tell, no one died, and Politte makes more money than any of us could hope for... this is a little overboard.

that Anderson. He real bad.

QUOTE(DBAH0 @ Jun 7, 2006 -> 05:05 AM) This is his chance to be a fixture in our lineup right here. He may play again tomorrow, and if he hits well again, the calls are going to start coming in for him to start over Uribe more often. Needs to make sure he doesn't give up any errors with his defense though. i've been making that call since the day we traded for him. i loved this kid in arizona.

QUOTE(Kalapse @ Jun 7, 2006 -> 12:25 PM) Exactly, the only thing that worries me is his switching from the NL to the AL in the middle of the season. Over his 8 year career he's played for 3 different NL teams and finally becomming a good every day player when finally landing with the Brewers in '03 at the age of 30. Could he handle the American League? better than Anderson, and D better than Mack... it's an upgrade, and that's all we can ask for. Plus, you wouldn't have to deal Anderson or BMac in this deal.

QUOTE(Kalapse @ Jun 7, 2006 -> 12:18 PM) He is far superior to Mack defensively, the guy can play both RF and CF well with a terrific arm and good range. He'd be a second leadoff hitter at the bottom of the lineup (not much power but a very high OBP and above average BA). Brady Clark really is the best fit of any name that has been thrown you there yet. if his defense is this good... im all for bring him to the south side. im going to cards/brew on SAT, so i will scout him... ha. im also going to the sox THURS, FRI, and SUNDAY... this weekend will rule QUOTE(Kalapse @ Jun 7, 2006 -> 12:22 PM) He's signed through next year, he makes $3M this year and will make $3.8M next year. The guy is right handed and is 33. Have you ever seen a better fit? he's perfect.

Sean Tracey Promoted to Chicago; Cliff Politte to the DL By Jason Gage Soxtalk.com The Chicago White Sox placed reliever Cliff Politte on the 15 day disabled list prior to Wednesday’s game due to soreness in his shoulder. Politte, a key cog to last year’s strong bullpen, has struggled mightily in 06; posting a 7.40 ERA in 16 appearances. The White Sox will replace Politte with AAA starter Sean Tracey, who will move into the bullpen in Chicago...Click Here for More On Politte and Tracey

...from Gammon's Insider blog today I like Clark, and I think he would do well... but is he MUCH better than Mackowiak defensively? I'm not sure...

personally, i was one of the few who advocated a deal for him in the off season as insurance for anderson. id love to see him here, 5 tools, and just figuring it out again. and he can steal up 6 runs in the 7th on my team anyday,