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Scott Merkin ‏@scottmerkin 16m16 minutes ago Melky Cabrera has four multi-homer games: one with the Yankees, Royals, Blue Jays and White Sox He is the only active player to accomplish such a feat (four different teams) per Elias

QUOTE (Jose Abreu @ Jul 24, 2015 -> 12:32 PM) Dodger fan on Twitter: "Sources telling me Urias for Sale straight up is as close to being reality as my imaginary friend."

QUOTE (Rowand44 @ Jul 24, 2015 -> 12:26 PM) Can I trade Shipps to the Angels for cash? Only if you pay them to take him.

QUOTE (Lip Man 1 @ Jul 24, 2015 -> 11:04 AM) For what it's worth in the Sun-Times today they had a little blurb where it was said the Sox probably won't be picking up Ramirez' 10 million option for next season so shortstop could be in the mix regarding any trades in the next week. Mark Given what SS's go for today, I'd be pretty surprised by that. And if they are not planning on picking up his option, there is no reason for him to still be here.

QUOTE (Chisoxfn @ Jul 24, 2015 -> 11:50 AM) Kazmir has pitched in 8 postseason games (7 starts) and has a 5.2 ERA (WHIP was 1.7+). Shark has 1 posteason apperance (w/Cubs) and it was 1 inning where he gave up a run (ERA of 9). Last year + this year (being fair to Kazmir who has been rejuvenated), Shark has a WAR of 5.6 vs. Kazmir of 4.7. Shark's WAR is 19% better then Kazmir's in that run. In 2013, Shark / Kazmir has comparable season's in terms of WAR, although Kazmir was better when he did pitch that year. Reputation wise though, Shark is much more highly thought of and you can even look at last year and what analysts were saying. It was Shark who was the A's #2 (not Kazmir). Shark just looks the part more so then Kaz. That said, Kaz has been better then Shark this year (however has thrown a hell of a lot less innings; Shark pitches more per start, which is valuable). So I guess you could say beauty is in the eye of the beholder on this one. Not to mention Kazmir has a bit of Bmac Syndrome where his arm seems to fall off at random moments.

QUOTE (Jose Abreu @ Jul 24, 2015 -> 12:12 PM) Larry King ‏@kingsthings 1h1 hour ago Don't be surprised if the @dodgers and @whitesox make a trade before the deadline, July 31st. Larry King as in the late night talk show host?

That's better then I thought we would get.

I am through an episode and a half of Tut, so far I am pretty disappointed.

I really get the feeling the teams #1 target is not a catcher, it is a 3b. I don't think they would pass up a deal with a good catching prospect in it, I just really think they will be looking more at the hot corner.

QUOTE (SoxPride18 @ Jul 24, 2015 -> 09:24 AM) Same. I will preface that by adding, "at least not as a primary piece".

Apparently the key is to throw at Alexei this year.

QUOTE (Joshua Strong @ Jul 24, 2015 -> 01:00 AM) The Yankees would be s good trade partner, since they do have some high upside position players but they're further down the line in their development. How about this: Shark to the Yankees for Dermis Garcia (17yo 3B), Miguel Flames (17yo C) and Jorge Mateo (MIF 19yo). The center in this deal would Dermis Garcia, who was the Yankees top July 2nd signing in terms of price last year at $3M and he profiles as a guy who can hit 30 homers a year and he has elite bat speed. He was signed as a shortstop but he was listed at 6'3 and 200lbs and as he fills out expect his long term home to be on the corners, Kiley McDaniel mentions third, first and left being possibilities. He did put on some extra weight, which is to be expected for a LA prospect coming to America but expect that calm down as he enters a major league training program. His swing reminds me of Alex Rodriguez and the amount of potential he has is unreal, especially with the bat. That is a lot of questions marks. I'd prefer to not look at guys who are half of a decade away... at best.

QUOTE (oldsox @ Jul 24, 2015 -> 06:46 AM) Q is headed South IMO. Just look at his record. He is a mediocre big league starter, which is why he won't get much in a trade. Rodon still walks too many, too often behind in the count....... Hawk called. He wants his stats back.

QUOTE (oldsox @ Jul 23, 2015 -> 09:00 PM) Why are you so anxious to get rid of Putnam? Not going to get a lot for him, why not keep him? I wouldn't say anyone is anxious, but if you look at the numbers game, it is obvious someone needs to go. Putnam is the best combination of effective, and having value on the trade market because of his contract status. It is more common sense than anything.

So this is what an offense looks like.

Scott Merkin ‏@scottmerkin 2m2 minutes ago Toronto one of the teams in attendance today for Samardzija's start, as pretty much expected.

Chris Cotillo ‏@ChrisCotillo 1m1 minute ago Yhonathan Barrios to Brewers in Aramis deal, per @BrewersPD.

Daryl Van Schouwen ‏@CST_soxvan 1m1 minute ago Ventura on Soto: "He’s been in there more and more. The way he’s swung it has been pretty good. He’s going to get more time."

Bill Brink ‏@BrinkPG 5m5 minutes ago Sources: Pirates and Brewers nearing agreement on a trade that would send 3B Aramis Ramirez to Pittsburgh.

QUOTE (iamshack @ Jul 23, 2015 -> 03:53 PM) Damage control. You could just as easily say that Houston getting Kasmir instead of Samardjiza, and then calling the White Sox indecisive was Astros damage control.

QUOTE (SoxPride18 @ Jul 23, 2015 -> 03:39 PM) Jerry Crasnick ‏@jcrasnick 10m10 minutes ago The #Astros engaged in talks with #Whitesox about Jeff Samardzija before acquiring Kazmir from #Athletics, sources say. Jerry Crasnick ‏@jcrasnick 9m9 minutes ago One source said it came down to #Astros and #Athletics being a "better fit'' more than #Whitesox being indecisive to deal. Jerry Crasnick ‏@jcrasnick 9m9 minutes ago I'm also hearing #WhiteSox are active in trade talks even though they haven't thrown up the white flag publicly. Jerry Crasnick ‏@jcrasnick 8m8 minutes ago #WhiteSox think they can still get a significant haul for Samardzija at deadline. #BlueJays among several clubs interested. Now this sounds like the closest thing to my view of reality that I have heard. I would imagine what it boiled down to was that the Sox wanted way more than Houston was willing to give up, which was spun into they dont' want to sell.

Dan Hayes ‏@CSNHayes 13m13 minutes ago Carlos Sanchez: .276/.300/.328 with two RBIs in 60 plate appearances. #WhiteSox

QUOTE (RockRaines @ Jul 23, 2015 -> 02:13 PM) Psh, I just sign what they tell me too. I assume everything during a lease term except for maintenance is included. I have one purchased and one leased jeep. Included as in they pay for it, or I pay for it? I ask because the wife wants the new Honda mini-van, and she thinks she is getting a great deal for a lease.

QUOTE (raBBit @ Jul 23, 2015 -> 01:42 PM) My contacts are condemning behaviors of the FO. This is not a race to trade your asset. Yes, the market is shrinking and yes there are more pitchers available but that doesn't mean you undersell your only good asset on the market. I was saying we should have traded Samardzija earlier regardless of the team's hot streak. I am on record saying so. That doesn't mean that because the supposed top contender for Samardzija paired up with the strangest FO in baseball to trade for a different pitcher means the FO struck out on July 23rd. There are plenty of teams in the market for SP. I do think they should act quickly and move him soon but no trade between the two strangest front offices in baseball will get me to a conclusion that the Sox' FO totally f***ed up the trade deadline here on July 23rd. I have patience and understanding of the process so I won't make rash decisions based on one singular related transaction. At worst, we have a comp pick coming. That is the floor for any deal.

QUOTE (oldsox @ Jul 20, 2015 -> 07:11 PM) Who do you think is the better prospect, Danish or Adams? Adams has a much higher ceiling and Danish has a much higher floor. I think the odds of Danish being a major league pitcher are higher, but the chances of one being a star are much higher with Adams. Personally, I would pick Adams out of the two.