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QUOTE (Thunderbolt @ Dec 3, 2010 -> 12:18 PM) This is aces if it's Linebrink. That's a crafty bit of salary dumping. KW just created money for AJ.

Linebrink

Floyd is a MUCH more valuable asset than he's getting credit for here.

I think it's a fairly safe bet that the Sox offer arbitration to both PK and AJ.

Anthony Carter has quietly put together a nice AFL run. Not many innings due to short season, but as the team's closer he has 15K's and 0 BB's in 9 innings.

QUOTE (danman31 @ Nov 4, 2010 -> 08:19 PM) This kind of domination from Escobar has to mean something. Yes, it's Arizona, but this is coming from a guy most say has a weak bat. It's a good sign. He's facing better than average minor league pitching. Shows that he's maturing/developing as a hitter.

Orton gives Flowers high marks 06/19/10 By Scott Merkin / MLB.com WASHINGTON -- White Sox Minor League catching instructor John Orton will be filling in this weekend for bullpen catcher Mark Salas, who will miss the Nationals series to attend his daughter's college graduation. Orton's presence also gave him the opportunity to evaluate Tyler Flowers, the club's top backstop prospect and heir apparent to A.J. Pierzynski. A .290 average with five home runs in his Past 10 games has raised Flowers average to .223, but Orton was more focused on Flowers' work behind the plate. In that area, the 24-year-old received good grades from his mentor. "From day one, he has been a kid who wants to win and asks the right questions," Orton said. "He picks up things real quick. It's always been just a matter of adjustments. The things I've heard about him being more of an offensive player, which he probably will be, but I didn't know much about his defense. It has been outstanding. "He's starting to look comfortable behind the plate. When you don't have to worry so much about what you are doing, then you can get into the calling the game and handling the pitching staff with all your concentration. He's been good doing that." When Flowers first arrived, he was classified as a Major League-ready hitter with a significant road to travel defensively. That defense is no longer a worry for Flowers is a greater positive in Orton's mind than the concerns coming from his hitting woes. "That's a good thing, not that he's struggling offensively," Orton said. "That first [full] year in Triple-A is tough for a lot of guys. You see a lot of guys that have been around pitching-wise and know how to pitch. They find out your holes and so you need to make an adjustment. It takes that learning curve at that level. He's going to be fine offensively. "Defensively, we are real happy with what he's doing. He's definitely a Major League catcher. He has good hands, he blocks. He throws good enough. He's smart. He has a great personality. He's able to handle different pitchers. That's one thing I really like about him. He makes visits at the right time. He has a good feel."

Thank you! No big party this year. Just the wife and I at home cooking a rib-eye and having a cold beverage to celebrate.

If the Giants sweep, the song will become the new anthem for every underdog who makes it to the World Series. That's ok. We were first.

QUOTE (NorthSideSox72 @ Oct 19, 2010 -> 02:45 PM) Ugh. That poor kid, that just really sucks. I have a good friend with ITP. She really struggled to get it under control during the first year. In fact, it was life threatening. Then it seemed to go into 'remission'. There have been years since she was diagnosed where it had zero impact on her... just like it had gone away. But then out of nowhere it reappears and requires treatment again. This cycle has repeated itself a couple of times. Doctors told her it's likely to be a life-long issue she will have to monitor.

I think the most likely trade candidates for us are veteran guys coming off down years. Kenny likes rummaging through the lists of potential 'bounce-back' players and hoping he hits the lotto.

QUOTE (RockRaines @ Oct 7, 2010 -> 07:50 PM) I'm sure they are targeting every LH bat on the market. If they are going after Crawford that means Konerko's ship has sailed. Not necessarily. There are other possible moves that will shave enough off the budget to make it work.

People ask me what I do in winter when there's no baseball. I'll tell you what I do. I stare out the window and wait for spring. ~Rogers Hornsby

QUOTE (DOWNTOWN PANTHER @ Sep 30, 2010 -> 04:53 PM) Which of the AFL prospects can we expect in Chicago next year at some point? Not sure any are likely to be in Chicago... other than at O'Hare as travel from spring training back to the minors.

QUOTE (elgonzo4sox @ Sep 29, 2010 -> 09:35 PM) I agree - with Peavy, Buehrle, Floyd, Danks, Jackson and Sale under control for next year, I agree that we have a 6 man rotation when we can probably afford 5 at best, so this would be the logical place to free up some money. Don't assume we have a 6-man rotation until we see Peavy can pitch.

Here's the Peoria Saguaro's roster. Sox Prospects... Anthony Carter Johnny Lowe Charlie Leesman Henry Mabee Josh Phegley Eduardo Escobar Jared Mitchell Other teams that have prospects on the Sags... Minnesota Cincinnati TampaBay San Diego

Count me in on Morel for 3B in 2011.

QUOTE (Balta1701 @ Sep 23, 2010 -> 08:01 AM) Really...if Ozzie's 1/4 as smart as everyone wants us to think he is...Miami isn't exactly a destination slot for head coaches. They're likely to be better next year as Stanton grows up...but playing before 18,000 fans at home on a good night isn't exactly exciting...and no matter how many homophobic remarks Ozzie makes, he's not going to be any better than #3 on the list of sports teams in Miami and number 8-10 in Sports Icons. Yeah, but... He lives in Miami. Plus it has a huge Hispanic population in which he could/would be a media megastar.

QUOTE (NorthSideSox72 @ Sep 23, 2010 -> 07:37 AM) Latest from Trib - like the DH decision, KW leaving this up to Ozzie. Smart move. KW shows Ozzie respect, thus covering his *** while opening the door to other teams wanting to negotiate with Ozzie. Next moves: - Somebody offers Ozzie a longer deal - The Sox want to wait until the end of next year before talking contract - Ozzie says he loves the Sox but has to think of his family first - Hello Miami

QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Sep 22, 2010 -> 07:18 PM) I know Hawk wouldnt like Dave Duncan being with the Sox. He is not fond of him at all Good. Send Hawk to Miami along with Ozzie. Bring Rooney back to Chicago with LaRussa and company.

Pujols is on record as saying where LaRussa goes, he goes, isn't he? And Reinsdorf says one of his great regrets was letting Hawk fire LaRussa. Why not right old wrongs and pull the coup of the century while we're at it?

QUOTE (Real @ Sep 22, 2010 -> 10:18 AM) why do players like Harrell and Torres have jobs? lol are these the last remnants of the Schaefer regime? because they're just absolute s*** Nothing to write home about... but I'd cut them a little slack. Torres was a 15th round pick. The odds of players picked that late making the majors at all is pretty small. And reason he made it is he's one of the rare guys who kept improving as he moved up levels. I think he could stick at the major league level in the National League, but probably not the American. Harrell was a much higher pick (4th round), so naturally we should expect more. But, he's had some fairly serious injuries. So, I'm impressed just with the fact he's come back and pitched well enough to have a shot at all. That said, I don't see either of them on the Sox long term.

Tony Pena is going to pitch in winterball (Dominican League) as a starter. Interesting.

QUOTE (JPN366 @ Sep 20, 2010 -> 09:38 PM) How do you confuse us? We have vastly differing opinions. Tsk tsk, Patrick. Oh yeah. I know the difference between you two. Obviously. Just read the thing too quickly... saw an acronym starting with J... and moved into respond mode. Oops. One of approximately 1,000 mistakes I've made this week. My wife pointed out all the others. She's good at that.

QUOTE (danman31 @ Sep 20, 2010 -> 03:58 PM) You referenced J4L, not JPN. Careful when you make up abbreviations haha. LOL. Just noticed that I mixed them up. Thanks for pointing it out... I guess I'm getting old and easily confused.