Everything posted by caulfield12
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LUIS ROBERT TRADED
Had to reallocate that money to Dominguez Hicks Newcomb Hays.
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NCAA rules are going to go to court yet again
https://www.si.com/college/president-donald-trump-signs-executive-order-save-college-sports Call it the Saban Rules "Trump will chair the panel, working with expected vice chairs Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Yankees president Randy Levine. Invitees include college sports leaders such as NCAA president Charlie Baker, commissioners from the Power 4 conferences and Group of 6 ranks, select athletic directors, university administrators — including Trump adviser and Texas Tech board chair Cody Campbell (Mr.NiL) — and former coaches Nick Saban and Urban Meyer; sports executives such as NBA commissioner Adam Silver, CEO of the USA Olympic Committee Sarah Hirshland, and New England Patriots president Jonathan Kraft; former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice; media executives such as ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro and Fox Sports CEO Eric Shanks; and business leaders such as Gerry Cardinale, David Blitzer and Marc Ganis, among others."
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NCAA rules are going to go to court yet again
https://sports.yahoo.com/mens-college-basketball/article/president-trump-delivers-new-executive-order-attempting-to-regulate-college-sports-165338483.html Getting rid of NIL collectives and limiting to just one transfer is not going to fly. Can see two lifetime transfers, maybe?...barring coaching changes....but the money's out of the bag trying to reverse NIL money flow to college athletes. Or maybe limiting players in P4/5 conferences to 2 transfers between P4/5 teams, and mid majors that are getting decimated to 3? "The order directs the NCAA to create rules that mandate college athletes can play for "no more than a five-year period" and allows them to transfer schools only once before they graduate without having to sit out a season. The rule changes are scheduled to go into effect Aug. 1. A school that plays an athlete who doesn't meet these new limits could risk losing its federal funding." espn.com
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4/3 Games
Braden with an early single and walk. Not many prospects there at AA. Jeral Perez #2 on position player side? Gordon SP got hammered.
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Ozzie Guillen number retiring
One thing they have is 126+ years of history. Take advantage of it.
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Schultz gets the call, Antonacci up too!
He wants to lose his job with more stereotypes...?
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Sports Media discussion
https://nypost.com/2026/04/03/sports/elle-duncan-slams-critics-after-netflixs-mlb-opening-night-debacle/
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Sox vs Jays 4/3 Gamethread. 1:10 pm start
They can't afford many injuries in that rotation. Boyd and Imanaga are shaky enough as it is.
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Sox vs Jays 4/3 Gamethread. 1:10 pm start
Athletics in last place in MLB for at least one day. 1-5 White Sox Red Sox Padres Rockies 2-5
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Sox vs Jays 4/3 Gamethread. 1:10 pm start
Gio asking for a lot more $$$ still...one would think.
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Murakami nickname thread. Dubbed the "South Side Samurai". Will it stick?
.240 11 Ks in 25 at bats is going to have to come down into the 35-40% strike out percentage technically it's based on plate appearances and not just at bats, right? counting four walks it's 11/29, which is much more reasonable
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Sox vs Jays 4/3 Gamethread. 1:10 pm start
Water under the bridge...
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Ozzie Guillen number retiring
But clearly no Omar Vizquel Day.
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Ozzie Guillen number retiring
JR (or Boyer) really needs to sell some tickets somehow lol...
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Schultz gets the call, Antonacci up too!
Looked overwhelmed after they got out of Pool Play...
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Konnor Griffin $140 million/9 years
Kenny Williams Jr. and Sox scouting supervisor Warren Hughes were the ones who scouted Tim Anderson out of Mississippi fwiw. "Warren Hughes has been a scout for the Chicago White Sox starting in 1987, signing Tim Anderson, Tim Elko (Ole Miss), Michael Johnson, Ray Liotta, Jared Mitchell (LSU), Konnor Pilkington and Ehren Wassermann. Hughes played for the Australian national team in the 1982 Amateur World Series. He went to the US for college. Also the only one to scout Chad Bradford... Oct 25, 2025 Looks like Hughes and Mike Shirley really missed on Jacob Gonzalez as well as Konnor Griffin. They did get Grant Taylor at least out of LSU. https://www.chicagotribune.com/2023/07/11/chicago-white-sox-in-mlb-draft-shortstop-jacob-gonzalez-at-no-15-and-right-hander-grant-taylor-at-no-51/ Don't read the second paragraph if you don't want to be physically ill lol.
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Konnor Griffin $140 million/9 years
The Cleveland Guardians, who have the No. 1 pick and sent a team of EIGHT scouts to watch you back in March (imagine CLE with Caminero Ramirez Griffin!!!), are said to be mightily interested. Most, if not all, Major League teams are. After all, back in February, when Prep was preparing for its first game of the season, 52 professional scouts surrounded the batting cage to watch you hit. Fifty-two. There are only 30 Major League teams. Do the math. So, tell me. Are you nervous? Are you sleeping well? Are you sleeping at all? I know I wouldn’t be. Here’s what the real Konnor Griffin, one of the most mature and polite teens you can ever imagine, said earlier this week when asked that question: “I am sleeping just fine. This has been a lot of years in the making and represents a lot of hard work. It’s just a great opportunity I have ahead of me whether it’s to go to LSU or go somewhere and play pro ball. I have no clue, but I am ready to find out. I’m ready to go.” https://mississippitoday.org/2024/07/10/konnor-griffin-mlb-draft/
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Konnor Griffin $140 million/9 years
"A good fortune for me is that Jackson Prep (Griffin's school in MS) has a production company that streams their sporting events. It's not cheap ($100 for a season), but now I have access to the on-demand video for all of Griffin's home games in 2024. The video quality could be better, but shortly, I'll be putting together video highlights of the critical plays. Together, we can figure out if Griffin is worth the risk of taking fifth overall. " Here are my notes from my first look at Griffin in game action... "One concern for Griffin is contact. He didn't show much in showcase games last summer because of a shoulder injury. Scouts attending Griffin's games make it a focal point of what to watch when following him this spring. In the past, I would have to lean on these scouting reports to help shape my opinion of a particular prep prospect." Guessing the White Sox didn't shell out the $100 here. 2024 MLB Draft Report: A First Look at Konnor Griffin - S...Latest Sox Machine 2024 MLB Draft Report takes a first look at prep prospect Konnor Griffin in game action
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Konnor Griffin $140 million/9 years
Scout Darren Mazeroski Konnor Griffin, the 19-year-old shortstop prospect, was signed by scout Darren Mazeroski, the son of Hall of Famer Bill Mazeroski. This connection is significant as it marks Griffin's entry into professional baseball, with Darren Mazeroski playing a crucial role in his development and signing him from Jackson Preparatory School. The relationship extends beyond baseball, with Darren Mazeroski going the extra mile to build trust with Griffin's family, reflecting a deep appreciation for the legacy of Bill Mazeroski. 3 https://www.mlb.com/news/inside-the-bond-between-pirates-prospect-konnor-griffin-and-mazeroski-family All about scouting, doing your homework/due diligence and building a relationship with family of the prospect you're evaluating.
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Sox vs Jays 4/3 Gamethread. 1:10 pm start
Really hard to repeat in that division. Already injury bug and loss of Bichette underrated.
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2026 MLB Draft Thread...White Sox Control Draft/V.Lackey closing fast
Yep, Sox tend to draft college guys who have already peaked/maxxed out physically. Thats what differentiates the Witt Jrs and Griffins of the prospect universe...speed/athleticism.
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Sox vs Jays 4/3 Gamethread. 1:10 pm start
It's one of those 54 that good teams win more often than not. "Win 54 lose 54." Hawk Harrelson.
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Sox vs Jays 4/3 Gamethread. 1:10 pm start
Now you're getting out in front of your skis. Bullpen and defense need to be tightened up a lot. One out from 1-6 and two blown saves
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Sox vs Jays 4/3 Gamethread. 1:10 pm start
That G7 lose from behind game will stick with them for decades. Two losses to Colorado already. Kay Lauer and then spot starter. Sox in decent position for the sweep. Missing Ponce Yesavage Berrios Bieber.