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QUOTE (Alexeihyeess @ Apr 13, 2016 -> 11:15 AM) Sounds like Adam LaRoche is getting out in front of a story that could develop in the future. -"I was only in Bangkok to help those sex workers" -"I brought my friend because he believes in the cause too....right, Blaine? You 'believe in the cause' he he" -"Those videos were for compiling evidence!" -"She said she was 18!" -"I need to do more research!"

QUOTE (Chisoxfn @ Apr 13, 2016 -> 11:08 AM) This is a really good post. I would argue he is one of those players who could outproduce slightly from an offensive position (vs. his minor league numbers) given his tools. That said, if Thompson actually posts a .730-.750 OPS while playing plus defense in center, I'd call that a really good player. I don't know whether he will do that or not, but I talked to a scout at spring training and he had nothing but nice things to say about Trayce and his view was that Trayce was going to be a solid starter. That said, Sox really liked Trayce...they weren't dying to get rid of him, but they had a massive hole at 3B and hand to find someway to address it if they intended to contend. I have no problem with someone saying that they can live with realistic offensive numbers from Thompson when you factor in his defense. Even if someone wanted to make the case that he could maybe push .800 eventually, I would say that is pretty optimistic, but not crazy. I have a problem with the idea that someone Thompson is going to put up at OPS at the major league level that is about what Jose Abreu put up over his two year years in the majors averaged out. Finally my personal opinion is that the Sox might have sold high on Thompson, and the fact they used him to get Todd Frazier to fill one of their worst positions in 2015 is a MUCH bigger help to this team than Thompson would have been, especially when you factor in that they brought in Austin Jackson who will probably put up similar defensive chops, plus a more proven bat, anyway.

QUOTE (RockRaines @ Apr 13, 2016 -> 09:00 AM) Tons, Montverde is a big one in Florida not too far from IMG as well. LaLumiere is right in my backyard.

QUOTE (chw42 @ Apr 13, 2016 -> 10:47 AM) So he went to Bangkok in November of 2015? Good grief...how did the Sox allow him to do something dangerous like that? Apparently they need a "No hanging out with sex slaves" clause written into their contracts.

QUOTE (LittleHurt05 @ Apr 13, 2016 -> 07:50 AM) By the time the Hawks game starts tonight, the Sox game will be in like the 7th inning since the Hawks are on the West Coast. Oh wait, they are not? Thanks NBC. Always a nice thing to repeat how stupid the NHL can be.

QUOTE (wizeguy57 @ Apr 13, 2016 -> 09:23 AM) He admits in the story he didn't really care about playing baseball. Good riddance. That might be the biggest gem in the story.

QUOTE (RockRaines @ Apr 13, 2016 -> 09:03 AM) Puff piece. Still doesnt hit on why he was asked to dial it back. The kid was taking reps from MLB ballplayers in drills coming off of a s***ty season. Its not "choosing your son" its being an inflexible asshole. I am glad I am not the only one wondering why I read that. There was nothing of substance in there. Even the stuff about Bangkok was glossed over with no real detail or insight. The thing we all want to know about is the conversations between Kenny and Adam, and there is zero in there on it. Not even a note that it was asked, and LaRoche didn't wanto to talk about it. Um, thanks?

QUOTE (GreenSox @ Apr 13, 2016 -> 08:12 AM) Sox dispatched several young players over the last two years, who are far outperforming the proven veterans they were traded for. I see no reason to trade for prospects from another organization, when the Sox can't properly evaluate their own. They aren't very good at evaluating the veterans either. The best choice is to just keep calling players up and see who sticks, recognizing that the evaluators judged a .900 OPS from a young player as fourth outfielder quality. That said, the team will contend if the bullpen holds up. They are relying on four guys and that eventually will have to be broadened for the pitching to be good enough. Are you talking about Thompson? Are you honestly telling me that you expect him to sustain a fluke first week in the majors into a career? All you have to do is look at his August numbers and his September numbers to understand that we aren't talking about sustainability. In fact his September .732 OPS falls right in line with his AAA career average OPS of .735. In fact his career high for ANY year in the minors was .809. That is purebread lunacy to think he is a .900 OPS player.

QUOTE (Tex @ Apr 13, 2016 -> 06:11 AM) https://www.imgacademy.com/sports/football/...CFQqKaQodzukBYA http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2576842...otball-team-img A player that would be on my golf team is currently attending a similar program for golfers. The IMG football team plays a schedule that includes travel all over the country, except Texas. The Texas coaches have loosely banned together and are not scheduling IMG because they believe it will destroy the foundation of high school sports, you play for "your" school, in your hometown. Of course the Texas coaches themselves travel across the nation for games. How many here flew to games while in high school? Hell, my college team only flew to nationals, we drove everywhere else. There are a lot of these prep schools already in basketball.

QUOTE (OmarComing25 @ Apr 12, 2016 -> 10:46 PM) The latest episode of Better Call Saul was fantastic all around. I know some of you think Jimmy's story is boring this season but I've enjoyed the slow burn of it, the payoff is worth it and Kim is awesome. Mike was great as usual too. It has been slow, but irresistible to watch. This episode was a great payoff.

QUOTE (Chicago White Sox @ Apr 12, 2016 -> 05:51 PM) I still can't find any info on Yadiel Hernandez's status, but he could definitely be an option well before the deadline. He has apparently fallen into a black hole or something.

QUOTE (Dick Allen @ Apr 12, 2016 -> 03:18 PM) The White Sox have been batting close to .000 with these toolsy guys who needed a lot of development. They are due for one to come through. This would be a good one. Saladino and Thompson are two leading candidates.

QUOTE (Quinarvy @ Apr 12, 2016 -> 03:04 PM) But in all seriousness, Bauer should pay for it. Indentured Servitude sounds right to me.

The Tribune got pictures of both the drone and the scoreboard. https://twitter.com/laurencomitor/status/718858389695160320

Like a good neighbor...

Ben Badler ‏@BenBadler 7m7 minutes ago The No. 1 prospect for the MLB draft struck out 19 of 21 batters yesterday.

QUOTE (pettie4sox @ Apr 12, 2016 -> 01:22 PM) Is Bauer or the Indians organization paying for the repairs to the titantron? The whole thing sounds like a bad insurance commercial.

QUOTE (chitownsportsfan @ Apr 12, 2016 -> 01:15 PM) thanks rabbit. I def agree with their philosophy. Hard to argue with their success in developing pitchers. Now, if they could just get a Don Cooper for the position players... The position player stuff is coming around. We are starting to see players make major league teams out of our farm system, even if they aren't all with us. The best one is still to come in Anderson.

QUOTE (LDF @ Apr 12, 2016 -> 12:44 PM) and what logic are you using to ask this question. considering we or i was talking of making that extra acquisition to help the team... those parameters are usually for the offseason movements. as i also mention, the sox are screwed, the sox have no choice to wait it out. btw, why didn't you ask whomever created the thread, since it was their idea, not mine. Yes, I am using logic. You posted the reason why the Sox aren't making any moves is because ownership doesn't want to spend money. I am attempting to show that no teams make big moves this early in the season.

Indiana you get to declare your party at the polling place on Primary Election day. Why does NY state need six months advanced notice?

QUOTE (LDF @ Apr 12, 2016 -> 11:55 AM) b/c the sox are in first place and the owners don't see a need, btw, it will take $$$ away from them Out of curiosity, when was the last big trade made during the second week of April in MLB?

Derrick Rose didn't even stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night... but Reggie did.

QUOTE (Steve9347 @ Apr 12, 2016 -> 10:45 AM) How early is a realistic arrival date for Carson Fulmer? Fulmer will decide that. He still has some work to put in.

Seth Gruen ‏@SethGruen 45s45 seconds ago Chicago, IL #Illini reach a settlement with former coach Tim Beckman who will receive a one-time payment of $250,000.

Jason Beck ‏@beckjason 2h2 hours ago James McCann headed to 15-day DL with right ankle sprain, Tigers announce. Bobby Wilson headed up from Toledo.