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QUOTE(LowerCaseRepublican @ Dec 8, 2005 -> 06:37 AM) But it sets a slippery slope of "I'm sorry SoxFan101, you can't have that alcohol because somebody else thinks it is bad." or "I'm sorry SoxFan101, you can't listen to that music because somebody thinks it is offensive" or "I'm sorry SoxFan101, you can't eat that because somebody was offended at the way it was made." You get to make the choice to put yourself in the situation where you know there will be smoking going on. If you don't like that establishment's choice -- then voice your opinion with your dollars and don't go there.

Anyone use that Google toolbar with their Firefox? Any good or just more clutter in the browser?

I doubt it's very difficult for anyone to take someone's comedy act and make them out to be an idiot...but hey, way to go David Cross. And ole Larry isn't much better to actually spend a chapter of his book talking s*** about another comedian's political views.

QUOTE(Texsox @ Nov 28, 2005 -> 05:39 AM) How does everybody know what the budget should be? I mean really know. I just can't fathom careing if a player makes an extra million. I understand it makes for a more interesting off season playing GM, but as a fan, I don't really care if JR makes 1 million or 10 million next season. Well, if you believe what you read, the Sox don't operate for profit but rather for franchise value. So in a sense we can gauge where the payroll should be for next season based upon last year's payroll increased proportionally to the attendance increases/merchandising increases.

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QUOTE(Spiff @ Nov 26, 2005 -> 05:51 PM) Modifying, yes, so they could play games from Japan. Nobody even owned cd burners when the PS1 was around. I played burned games on PS1, back in '99 or '00. I don't remember when the PS1 was released though, so it may have been pretty late in the game.

QUOTE(Wanne @ Nov 25, 2005 -> 08:29 PM) Yeah...if he regains his confidence and doesn't come in and immediately walk the first two batters he faces. If he could be used in a package...I wouldn't cry losing him. I think he cost me 2 remotes last year when he'd come in! i'd imagine that some clutch pitching in the 13th and 14th innings of a world series game could do wonders for his confidence. Marte, who i had declared upon his entry in the game that he would get the (L), was REALLY impressive in that game and showed some balls. I think he's going to get back on track next season. With that said, if there's a deal out there for an impact player I'd deem Marte expendable and just go with 1 lhp, Cotts, in the 2006 Sox pen.

The only thing I don't like about this move is that a ring ceremony on Opening Day starts the season on last year's high note. It's going to suck if they lose the 1st game against the Indians and then get the rings the next day.

QUOTE(maggsmaggs @ Nov 20, 2005 -> 03:31 PM) If the Phillies eat half of the contract, we end up paying $8 million for a prime hitter, if he is healthy. But, he is just as big a risk as any free agent out there this year, even Konerko and we would only be tied for 3 years. I say, Kenny needs to jump on this before Cleveland. In 2 weeks, my guess is that Kenny will be Pat Gillick's Siamese twin at the Winter Meetings. If CLE ends up with Thome and are able resign Millwood, we're going to have one helluve tough time with them next season. Not only because their offense gets that much stronger, but this probably means that, unless we get Delgado, we'll still have a weak DH on an already average/below average offensive team.

QUOTE(beck72 @ Nov 10, 2005 -> 12:50 PM) From today's trib, comments from yesterdays press conference: "I want more speed," said Guillen, whose Sox finished third in the AL with 132 stolen bases. "It's not fair to get [scott] Podsednik on base, Podsednik on base, Podsednik on base and when the kid doesn't get on base, the heat comes to him. "Hopefully we can get somebody who can run. I want a second hitter so we can put Iguchi down in the sixth or seventh spot to get more [run production] out of him." _____________________________________________ I agree the sox need to have another OBP option with speed in case of an injury to Pods, and to give the sox more options for scoring runs. Interesting call though where would you put that #2 hitter with speed. Ideas? castillo? pierre? furcal? i think oz has got kenny's ear, he proved it last season. this is what i like to hear.

I really looked at this award as a given for Kdub. This is rather disappointing.

When you lost your virginity, did you want some more?

QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Nov 4, 2005 -> 01:30 AM) Here's the other question though...we basically have no idea how old Contreras really is. We know that in Cuba, for years, he'd spend games throwing 150+ pitches every time out. We think he's in his late 30's, and he might even be pushing into his 40's. How much of an extension do we want to give a guy like that? a 1 or 2 year extension, at 5-6M per. I agree about his age, but he just seemed to get stronger in the late innings this season. The guy is a work horse.

QUOTE(Heads22 @ Nov 4, 2005 -> 01:13 AM) In other news, Southsider is expected to post tomorrow.

QUOTE(CanOfCorn @ Nov 4, 2005 -> 12:28 AM) Also, don't discount the El Duque/Don Cooper factor. I think the best thing that happened to Contreras, besides getting out of NY, was Cooper as the pitching coach and El Duque in his ear. PLUS, having a lot of Hispanics on the team, including the manager. I bet a lot of teams have noticed that. Not saying he hasn't put it all together, but if I'm a GM, I would be weary of taking him away from the White Sox situation. This is exactly why you DO NOT trade Contreras, sign him to an extension. This is a guy from a VERY meager background who loves Chicago, gave him a ring, and loves the organization. If there were ever a prime opportunity for a nice discount, it's Count. I really get the impression that he likes stability. Even though he was largely ineffective in NY, he was very upset to be traded. He'll take less to avoid the trouble of changing teams and atmospheres.

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I don't have figures to back this up, but hear me out... The LARGE majority of individuals making minimum wage are people under the age of 18 just dipping their toes into the job market. They are not reliant upon minimum wage to survive. I think I can spot minimum wage jobs when I'm out, just look for the jobs that require no skill whatsoever beside the ability to show up at work. These jobs, atleast in my experience, are nearly ALWAYS filled by young teenagers. In addition, individuals who are hired at minimum wage often do not stay at minimum wage after their 3-6 month probation period. Stick with a job and you shall receive greater pay.

I wouldn't rule the sCrUBS out of making the series, despite all their deficiencies. The NL, as a whole, is really weak, imo. Especially with STL and HOU getting older, there really isn't a powerhouse team in that league. MIL will be much better, PHI will be a force, and then ATL will be good enough to go somewhere. The NL West is a f***ing joke from top to bottom.

QUOTE(greg775 @ Oct 31, 2005 -> 05:56 AM) Maybe the Braves want to learn from us how to actually get it done in the postseason. Kidding. But I was thinking the other day: Isn't it nice when a Chicago team finally makes the finals that the team gets the job done? The Bulls never lost a championship series if I'm not mistaken. Each of their titles came without losing a Finals first. Same with the Sox. Finally got to the World Series and completed the deal. None of this happy to be there, learn from it and try to get em next time around. I'm glad we got it done with no regrets. I hear ya man, that would be some heartache to lose in the WS. Seeing the Houston rally on Sportscenter really made me realize how much that would suck. I mean sure, you made it to the series which signifies a good season, but s***, ya didn't get it done. Not much to really celebrate.

QUOTE(BFirebird @ Oct 28, 2005 -> 08:27 AM) Just because of the staff alone. If the Sox can find a way to sign PK they could be looking at some very good years and some GREAT battles with the Indians. If PK doesn't turn out to be an option I trust KW to come up with a good plan though. It will just be tougher without the rock in the middle of the lineup. Unless that rock is from the rockies, ala Todd Helton

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We can thank the internet for the opportunity to bring so many Sox fans, from all over the world, together into one place. We've been through thick and thin together, as die-hards. Now, tonight, the team we've spent so much time and energy on, are WORLD MOTHERf***ING CHAMPIONS!!!! This is a special evening, and knowing that i can jump online with my Soxtalk brethren, my motherf***ing WHITE SOX DIEHARD BRETHREN, is truly an honor.

no way in hell he scores on that double, hesitation or no hesitation. This guy is just painting that outside slider, yet the Sox seem surprised everytime he pitches it. f***ing gotta adjust.

Some Newcastle to get me through til the Korbel bubbley i'll be popping open after the game.

Good decision to tag, imo. That ball should have been caught and would have been caught by 95% of left fielders.