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    Grinder Bash

    in Pale Hose Talk

    Posted

    I went to one of these last year, it was fun. But I haven't heard anything about this one yet. Is this just for full season holders? Because last year, it was also for lowly split-seasons like me. Anyone know?

     

    I'm also a lowly split-season ticket holder and I'm going Sat. afternoon. I know they're doing more of these later in the summer so odds are you're going one of those weekends. When all else fails, call your rep.

    Taking the midnight train going anywhere

    in SLaM

    Posted

    If they're checked, you're good. If you bring them with you and you have valuables in them either lock them or don't let them out of your sight. You put them on a shelf above you or under the seat in front just like an airplane. No locks, no security, other than what you provide for yourself.

    Taking the midnight train going anywhere

    in SLaM

    Posted · Edited by soxfansince04

    I've taken the midnight train from Chicago to upstate NY state and back. Also have taken it from Tampa FL to Wash DC area. Are you getting a sleeper car? Personally I slept better the trip I just took coach as opposed to the sleeper car.

     

    As of Christmastime, they do not check what you bring on. Having a drink or two before trying to sleep really helps :). Also I'd bring lots of snacks on with you as well. Amtrak food sucks!! I second bringing earplugs particularly if you're riding coach. Kids can be noisy sometimes. Bring headphones for your laptop too, if you have one; I couldn't believe that some people actually watch movies in their seat without headphones. So rude!

     

    I vastly prefer taking the train over flying, even though from the last paragraph it doesn't sound like it! Less lines, less chaos, roomier seats, great scenery for the most part. It sounds like a fun adventure that you're embarking on! I am a little envious, heh.

    Neal Cotts quote

    in Pale Hose Talk

    Posted

    While I know it's unrealistic, I do hope a little that the Sox will fight for him more now that he's gone and pitched a no-hitter. The man's been elevated to mythical status now in the eyes of many Chicagoans, and letting him go will probably result in negative public perception of the organization. So I hope they think about that in their negotiations w/him, though I'm not going to get my hopes up too high.

    MARK BUEHRLE HAS PITCHED A NO-HITTER!

    in 2007 Season in Review

    Posted

    I just got home too. What an amazing night.

     

    My seats are in the upper deck along the 1st baseline. I knew Mark was pitching well, but at the top of the 6th I went to get some cocoa, and as I was in line I could see the TVs where I had a much better view of the pitches he was throwing. At that point I knew the no-hitter was in his favor, he looked so sharp. An inning later my friend said to me, "my god look at the line for texas". It was exciting, and anxious, yet you could just feel it in the air that he was going to keep it in control and pull it off.

     

    I can hardly talk from screaming so much. I'm exhausted but I can't sleep. It was freezing out there till the last three outs, when you just couldn't feel the cold anymore and it felt like a perfect spring night.

     

    I will never, ever forget that game.

    TONIGHT'S GAME POSTPONED

    in Pale Hose Talk

    Posted

    Maybe Ozzie didn't want Contreras going up against Santana due to his mess of an Opening Day, didn't want to give him the extra mental pressure of going up against Santana? Maybe he thinks Contreras will be more likely to succeed in his next start if he dims the spotlight a little on the guy.

    Opening Day: White Sox vs. Indians, 4/2/07 (L)

    in 2007 Season in Review

    Posted · Edited by soxfansince04

    Just got back from the game, that was rough to say the least. Jose was a mess and got thoroughly boo'ed off the field. I feel OK with how our relief pitching went though, to be honest, and I'm happy to see 5 runs on the Sox end, v. a starting lefty.

     

    The new make your own T-shirt stand is flippin awesome. I already bought one (grey, with the Chicago script on the front like an away jersey, w/AJ's name and number on the back) and will likely buy more as the season goes on. The other changes to the park look very nice as well and I dig the new opening montage on the jumbotron.

     

    A bummer of a game, that's for damn sure, but to me, the whole team didn't completely bite the dust, so I'm not quite as depressed about it as I'd normally be.

    2007 White Sox Catch-All Thread

    in Pale Hose Talk

    Posted

    Gregory Pratt, I clicked on the link you posted a few posts up and it is now changed to say this:

     

    CWS: RHP Jose Contreras (13-9, 4.27 ERA in 2006)

    The right-hander makes his first Opening Day start and seems fit and ready to perform after struggling with back and hamstring issues at the end of 2006. Contreras holds the franchise record for consecutive winning decisions at 17, ranging from Aug. 21, 2005 to July 4, 2006, and possesses one of the best split-fingers in the game. The 35-year-old struck out 134 batters last year and has the ability to run his fastball in the mid-90s. Contreras holds a 2-0 record with a 2.98 ERA lifetime against the Indians and has a 16-9 career mark at U.S. Cellular Field.

     

    and, it also says this, which is of interest:

     

    Player to watch

    Pablo Ozuna gets the Opening Day start in left field and in the leadoff spot primarily because of his past success against Sabathia. The right-handed hitting Ozuna has nine hits in 23 career at-bats against the massive left-hander, with three doubles and two RBIs.

    I dont see it

    in Pale Hose Talk

    Posted

    If Garland and Vazquez can put up ERAs of 4.25, and Danks puts up a 5.00 ERA, that's basically a combined 4.50 ERA. I may be speaking for Balta right now, but that would be outstanding and would almost undoubtedly guarantee a division winning team.

     

    OK, gotcha. That would be fantastic if it plays out that way.

    I dont see it

    in Pale Hose Talk

    Posted

    4. 3 guys who are average. ERA's between 3.75 and 4.5. W-L records close to .500.

     

    Do you see Danks with this ERA? Seriously asking, what would your guess for Danks' ERA be? I'd LOVE to see him w/that ERA but not so sure.

     

    I am happy that Floyd's in AAA. Hopefully having less of a spotlight on him will help him relax and succeed. If Danks were to collapse (hopefully not!! I'm talking worst case scenario here) then maybe Gavin will be more comfortable and ready to go w/the big leagues.

    Opening Day Discussion thread

    in Pale Hose Talk

    Posted

    Hi there, this is my first post. I have been lurking here a few months, and it seems like a pretty good place for Sox commentary. I did not grow up a baseball fan, became one as an adult(hence the username), so I still have lots to learn. I do enjoy the commentary here though.

     

    I will be at opening day as well, I am a split STH. My buddy and I will be Keggin' and Eggin' pregame. We both really like food and grilling, so we have a lot of fun picking out tailgate food. We're doing steaks and breakfast burritos and homemade pork sausage for our first tailgate.

     

    Our seats are in the upper deck along the first base line, I can't wait to sit down in my "summer home" on Monday. Even if the Sox have a weak season, which I am prepared for at this point, I am still happy I can go and relax at 35th and Shields.

     

    :gosoxretro:

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