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QUOTE (bmags @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 01:43 PM) I think the "cashing out" label is really hard to beat, so is quitting mid-term. I think it would be hard to beat especially in primary. Bayh also had the issue of not actually living in Indiana that haunted him too.

Lauren Comitor‏ @laurencomitor 48m48 minutes ago Montero on @ESPN1000 on whether Cubs miss David Ross: "Nah, I don’t think so. But I don’t know, maybe Rizzo misses him."

MLB Trade Rumors‏ @mlbtraderumors 4m4 minutes ago #Rockies closer Greg Holland has picked up a $15MM player option for 2018. Vesting clause updates: https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2017/06/2018-vesting-options-update-2.html …://https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2017...update-2.html …

QUOTE (bmags @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 01:16 PM) I think he'll have same issues Evan Bayh had. He went from being a super popular two term governor, to an easily elected Senator, to getting beaten by an absolute nobody.

QUOTE (fathom @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 01:22 PM) Say he does hit around .210 this year. Who is the last Major Leaguer to hit that poorly in their first year of pro ball out of college and turn into a productive hitter? Actual question and not a statement. No idea, though I will point out the progress that Micker Adolfo has made this year.

QUOTE (bmags @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 01:18 PM) Good thing you are indiana [sips tax free soda]

For those with the ability to see into the future with such clarity, can I get the winning powerball numbers for the next drawing?

QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 12:55 PM) Rizzos comments very likely came out with the knowledge that Montero was being DFAed. If he was sticking around I doubt Rizzo would have said anything Now, it just looks like a guy kicking the guy on the way out Doesn't he know the proper way to do this now is on twitter?

QUOTE (greg775 @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 12:24 PM) Not to sound like a stodgy traditonalist (I'm all in favor of a clock on pitchers and rules against stepping out of the batters box and rules to speed up the game) but the old old strike zone worked -- the one in the rule book. Knees to letters. Its f***ing ridiculous the umps have held baseball hostage the only way they can, with a boycott of the real strike zone. They have refused to call a fastball above the belt a strike for years now. Too bad they can't fire umps who won't call a strike a strike, but their union is too powerful. The current umps have ruined baseball with their version of the strike zone and unwillingness to keep the game moving. Doesn't the tin foil get itchy on your head?

QUOTE (greg775 @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 12:19 PM) Is Tilson any good or another bust? Does he project to be Eaton-ish? That would be good enough. Don't know. No.

QUOTE (Quinarvy @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 11:52 AM) - Build dorm - Force bipartisan roommates - Film reality show - Universal healthcare after as revenue pays for it Now this I can get behind. What happens when one Speaker of the House [Enter Paul Ryan] And another speaker of the House [Enter Nancy Pelosi]....

QUOTE (soxfan2014 @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 11:54 AM) For sure. I was there for a bachelor party last October and we did that one night. Anyone know of any cheap hotels/casinos to stay at while I'm there? I've come across and have seen advertisements for rooms around $35 a night (during the week) but I'm searching now and can't really find anything. Any help or advice is much appreciated. The best bargains are off of the strip. Also don't be afraid to look at places like Groupon.

QUOTE (Quinarvy @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 12:03 PM) Lol. Montero was s*** there, but it's fine for their manager to accuse other players of dirty plays and roiding when his own players are as guilty or more likely. No one in that clubhouse mad about Grandpa Joe yapping his way to .500, huh? Pretty much.

QUOTE (Quinarvy @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 11:50 AM) I feel like if he were raking but his defense wasn't holding up the same people would be complaining.

QUOTE (Hatchetman @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 11:41 AM) believe he was going to have surgery on his elbow Yep. Forget about him. You have probably seen the last of Soto in Sox uni.

QUOTE (ChiSox59 @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 12:07 PM) I don't think the Sox are real concerned about his service time. I feel for Tilson, but in the same light, the man has been cashing an MLB pay check for almost a year now, and accruing an MLB pension. Not the worst thing in the world if he never makes it back. I think he would trade it all for a real shot at a major league starting job.

QUOTE (bmags @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 11:45 AM) It's become comical, but I do feel for the guy. Obviously he's been able to live out a dream more than most, but quite the gut punch to finally make it to the big leagues and then be injured over and over and possibly missing your shot for good. Its sucks for him and the Sox. This is the time they should be evaluating if he is a piece worth keeping or not. Instead he sits and rots. In the meantime he has pretty much lost his shot to Leury.

QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 11:17 AM) Montero DFA WOW!

The Rockets are stabbing at anything and everything to try to stay relevant.

QUOTE (RockRaines @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 10:42 AM) Just like the olden days... The rest of working america is ok with commuting, some even flying every monday and then home every thursday. Why cant they? The public transportation system is pretty great in DC as well. I've got no problem offering them a cheap/no cost alternative for the job they do. If they want something fancy, then they can pay.

QUOTE (RockRaines @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 08:32 AM) Somewhere along the lines of history, representatives started to feel like they should be living like kings. Being a public servant should NOT entitle you to fancy upscale housing in DC. This is not supposed to be a cushy job. You were elected for that position to represent your constituents. Not to live a life of luxury. Build them a dorm facility. Problem solved. If they stay there, housing is free.

QUOTE (Lip Man 1 @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 10:30 AM) Story on how Q turned things around: http://m.whitesox.mlb.com/news/article/239...opicId=27118146 Farmer and DJ have really been harping on how he has changed how often and when he uses he curveball specificaly.

QUOTE (LittleHurt05 @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 10:06 AM) ESPN 1000‏ @ESPN1000 14m14 minutes ago More Rizzo on Miggy's comments: "When you point fingers you're a selfish player. We have another catcher that throws everyone out."

QUOTE (ChiSox59 @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 09:27 AM) I'd prefer younger players with upside, but I'd be fine with an Owens / Swihart package. Swihart alone would be pretty awful at this point, but better than nothing, I suppose. Which is about what Frazier is worth. I'd be fine with a deal like that. I mean it is either going to be that or guys who are super young and raw, but performing awfully in the low minors.

QUOTE (steveno89 @ Jun 28, 2017 -> 08:40 AM) Swihart has no trade value at this point, he cannot stay healthy and his production has been terrible. He's 25 years old and not getting any younger as well. I'd much rather look for younger players that still have upside. Frazier really doesn't either, especially with pending free agency and about $5 million in salary still due.