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I wouldn't be opposed. It's at least a step in the right direction. Not since Greg Walker have I felt a change was needed.

I get that it's tough managing around so many injuries, but that's when the manager can really make a difference. So far if we could quantify the difference it would be a negative WAR

My road trip starts in a few days. I'm thinking I'll ignore the team until July 21st when I return.

Nobody noticed until now that he was on the 40?

At least it's close enough that we are discussing very minor changes.

My hunch was Bummer was day to day but just couldn't get over the hump.

How do you know there was zero intent?

As much as I'd like to put it all on Tony, looking at the totality of the Kenny Williams / Rock Hahn era I'm more inclined to believe they don't listen to their managers in these decisions. And Tony is old school so you don't criticize the management, he'll say it's the best tasting shit he's ever had.

If they really need a message how about sending the players a message their careers are on the line. No more sweet contracts after fielding, hitting, and playing like they are.

I look at all the things that need to be fixed and I see one that is 100% under someone's full control. That's ending Tony's managerial career. No other change is guaranteed. But I think there is a better chance of improving lineups and better in game decisions after the first domino falls. I take no delight in seeing his career ending. I was a supporter going into this year. I believe we have some serious player issues that collectively are a bigger problem. But again this is the only change that is within someone's complete control.

There is a point when an important, actually critical, piece of your championship dream isn't playing well but it's only a couple games so you keep him in. On the other end is the point you have to realize playing everyday isn't helping and you have to pull him from the lineup. Too soon or too late create equally bad outcomes. I think fans would pull guys too soon, especially if they are unpopular to begin with. Managers tend to leave them in too long. I don't see a WS hope without him playing 90% of himself so just dumping him to save a few dollars of the team's money doesn't make sense to me. They won't find a replacement with his upside. So how to fix this? Either today ( preferably) or tomorrow (one last last chance) he needs to sit for a few days This week find a couple matchups in his favor as a pitch hitter. Other factor: the most coachable players are the most at risk when new coaches come in with a different outlook.

Thank you, fixed.

Tony is doing his part to fight inflation. Sox tickets are actually getting cheaper.

Sorry for the double post. I wasn't certain where to put this. Fifty Ways - Tony Version Hahn said, "It's really not my habit to intrude Furthermore, I hope my meaning Won't be lost or misconstrued But I'll repeat myself At the risk of being crude There must be fifty ways To leave your JR Fifty ways to leave your JR" Sail down the Crick , Prick You're kind of a phony, Tony You don't need to be fake, Jake Just get yourself free You're kind of a prick, Rick You don't need to discuss much Be gone by dawn, Vaughn And set ourselves free

Fifty Ways - White Sox Version Hahn said, "It's really not my habit to intrude Furthermore, I hope my meaning Won't be lost or misconstrued But I'll repeat myself At the risk of being crude There must be fifty ways To leave your JR Fifty ways to leave your JR" Sail down the Crick , Prick You're kind of a rat, Matt You don't need to be fake, Jake Just get yourself free You're kind of a prick, Rick You don't need to discuss much Be gone by dawn, Vaughn And set ourselves free

Tony you don't look so well. Let's admit a phantom health problem and retire again.

I'm trying to be somewhat recent but Abe Gibron needed to be there.

Not all injuries are the same. Just adding up days of IL doesn't tell the whole story. I'd like to see IL computed based on WAR at a minimum. We might be above average health, who knows.

Fire Tony ?

Fire Tony

They only people that have a voice in that are the rest of the shareholders. JR couldn't sell unless they all agreed because he owns less than 50%.

Trying to be positive here and put this in the best possible light but each thought I have fails quickly in analysis. My best possible explanation I can come up with is he's "day to day" and they expect him each day to be available. But when is he throwing to determine how he feels? In the game thread it was pointed out that the rest of the bullpen arms suck as well.

I'm not a fan of Saudi anything. I really hope the PGA Tour holds their ground and keeps them out.

Not much else he can say. Nothing will work except fuck these fans, I quit.

He's reunited with his former coach. I find it hard to believe the difference between Cy Young and Cy Not