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I still put way more blame on the driver. He was operating an unsafe vehicle. I see way too many of these and it shouldn't matter how you got your license.

I'm with Balta, flip a coin. It isn't that I prefer one or the other, either way it's a prayer. Whomever they can get more for in return works for me. For some reason, perhaps it's Championship hangover feelings, I like Freddy before Vaz. But it's like do I perfer a headache or a toothache? In a strange way, it's too bad there wasn't an extended period of time that Brandon could have been inserted into the starting rotation and in effect pushed someone out.

Whoa Whaaaaaat? My opinion is changing . . .

http://www.iht.com/articles/2006/09/08/business/gamble.php

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ And with Boras, the Sox don't even have to actually talk to him. A Boras hypnotic stare is usually enough for any GM to start tossing tens of millions. That's why some Sox fans don't want Kenny talking to Boras.

QUOTE(Queen Prawn @ Sep 8, 2006 -> 10:41 AM) Now if I could convince him to start working on said baby Ahhhh, if it's work, you may be doing something wrong . . .

QUOTE(CWSGuy406 @ Sep 8, 2006 -> 09:45 AM) And then, let's trade Pablo Ozuna to St Louis for Albert Pujols. After that, let's trade Buehrle for Johan Santana and Matt Garza. Then, we trade Tadahito Iguchi for Chase Utley and Ryan Howard. Howard'll be a solid bat off the bench. priceless. You know somewhere there is a fan from another team wanting to trade a used jock strap for Crede and their fans think the Sox would go for it.

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Nice call SS2k5

He may want to pick up an application next time he drives through Wendy's.

QUOTE(Flash Tizzle @ Sep 8, 2006 -> 09:12 AM) Close won't be enough. Do you realize what we're up against concerning Minnesota and Detroit? Their pitching rotations may actually be BETTER in coming years with upcoming prospects. We can't stand pat. Garcia's ass needs to go. There's one point. Others discussed within the article, ideally SS, LF, need to be addressed. Righthanded bat off the bench who could patrol all OF positions will be sought. These options are not exampling of a huge overhaul by any means, but more than a simple touchup is needed. You make it sound like we're Kansas City or the Cubs. Most every objective rating has this very team in the top 6 in MLB. A change of 3 or 4 wins would be a huge difference today in our playoff chances.

A couple people taking someone out to dinner and telling them that they need help doesn't require a professional. An all out assault, getting in their face, tough love, etc. needs a professional. Depends on how severe the problem is.

History is always being rewritten as new information becomes available, there are always multiple points of view. Each part should be looked at within a specific context of when it was produced and by whom. Sorry Bill, the right wingers get to write some history also.

This team, even if it misses the playoffs, is close. It should not take stick of dynomite to fix.

If the Sox can't win, it doesn't matter. Both teams are going to stay ahead of them. But, go Tigers.

QUOTE(Rex Kicka** @ Sep 8, 2006 -> 12:50 AM) I always liked Maya QUOTE(Texsox @ Sep 8, 2006 -> 07:38 AM) Did you ever tell her? QUOTE(mreye @ Sep 8, 2006 -> 08:40 AM) Obviously, why do you think she got that restraining order against him?

I am in the Anderson needs a second season camp. I see some parallels to Crede. Buerhle, still a fan and think his 2007 will be excellent. I'd prefer upgrades in left and short, long relief lefty, and Brandon in the starting rotation.

Who still watches these award shows?

The National Guard has been great. Lots of service projects. Repairing stuff, etc.

QUOTE(Rex Kicka** @ Sep 8, 2006 -> 12:50 AM) I always liked Maya Did you ever tell her?

I keep thinking it may be easier to pass the Tigers then pass the Twins. If that makes sense. Either way, Sox victories are important.

There is also too many assumptions in some of the statements regarding third world countries, poverty, and birthrates. When the only form of farming relies on manual labor, a large family may actually help them beat poverty. It may be the only way to survive into old age.

Just saw it was your birthday

QUOTE(CWSGuy406 @ Sep 7, 2006 -> 12:17 PM) Why doesn't Joe Mauer get more consideration? Out of all the candidates, he plays the most demanding defensive position, and he's arguably the best defender at his position, as opposed to all the others, who are either a.) average or worse at their position or b.) don't even play defense. Mauer is second in Win Shares behind Jeter and Manny, FWIW. BTW, I do realize that Mauer probably won't even finish in the top five, because for whatever reason, writers don't care about defense. It's funny, really, they b**** about guys like Hafner and Ortiz not playing defense, yet they don't give great defense its due, in the cases of guys like Mauer and Beltran (who, IMO, should win the NL MVP in a landslide). I'd rank the candidates like this, personally, based on where their respective teams are at, offense, and defense... 1.)Jeter 2.)Mauer 3.)Dye and, in the NL 1.)Beltran 2.)Pujols/Howard 3.)Howard/Pujols EDIT: This post probably makes it seem like I'm really discrediting Dye. I think the AL MVP race is extremely close at this point, and it'll probably come down to a combination of whose team makes the playoffs, and to which player has the most 'moments' (ala Dye's homer vs Nathan). What he said. I would only disagree to the point that Mauer and Dye are closer. At this point, I think it's Jeter's to lose. His team will be playing in October, he finally put together a full season, not just a second half.

QUOTE(MHizzle85 @ Sep 7, 2006 -> 04:40 PM) Get 'em Mark You better be a good luck charm, starting off the game thread