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QUOTE (greg775 @ Jan 11, 2018 -> 05:03 PM) I think parking at a major sporting event should be 10 bills. I think that apple pie at every establishment should be free on Tuesdays.

QUOTE (Dick Allen @ Jan 11, 2018 -> 09:29 AM) I read where Shields was in line to start on Opening Day. Probably the worst opening day starter the White Sox have thrown out their since Jaime Navarro. I was one of the biggest opponents of the Shields trade and agree with your sentiment but I will also say this... I think he will surprise us all in 2018.

QUOTE (caulfield12 @ Jan 10, 2018 -> 08:52 PM) Let's cross our fingers that of Burger, Collins and Rutherford, we get at least 2 productive (2.5+ WAR) contributors from that trio. Interesting thing about all 3 is that they're fomer first rounders who I could easily see busting, becoming solid contributors, or being all-star.

Stranger than fiction crazy wacko s*** here https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2018/01/agen...d-by-mlbpa.html

QUOTE (bmags @ Jan 8, 2018 -> 11:45 AM) We were all super frustrated with the Astros not ponying up for Q last year, but I have to say that I hope we operate exactly like they have when we need to acquire. +1,000,000

By chance.. Do any board members of The Walt Disney Company or Hearst Communications hold an interest in the Cubs?

2018... the year of a system wide "wait sitting on your hands" evaluation mode.

Them Dodgers must see something they like in Peter... they could have brought in a few teams to facilitate our role ( I imagine ). And with that, I will part by saying:

QUOTE (Joshua Strong @ Jan 4, 2018 -> 07:07 PM) How much money did the Sox get? 18 million. Reading comprehension problems?

QUOTE (greg775 @ Jan 4, 2018 -> 06:56 PM) Not a bad post... The arbitrator hath spoken.

QUOTE (LittleHurt05 @ Jan 4, 2018 -> 05:37 PM) Greg demands a better major league roster in 2018. Rick Hahn improves the talent roster for the 2018 roster Greg is furious. Sounds about right.

QUOTE (Lillian @ Jan 4, 2018 -> 01:45 PM) His Home/Away & Vs. RHP/LHP Splits might provide a different perspective. Good - the title of this thread was changed to include the word "Fake" Enough said.

QUOTE (Jose Abreu @ Jan 4, 2018 -> 10:08 AM) The guy who tweeted this is my friend. It's 100% fabricated, he did it to see if anyone would believe him Some friend ? Hommie must be a young teenager.

Makes no sense. Better FAs next year. Would likely be the biggest contract given out in Sox history. I don't know enough about him statistically but maybe they're looking at him longer term sliding into a DH role. That also doesn't even touch the questionable credibility of this "source"...

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Jan 4, 2018 -> 09:16 AM) A fun read on how trades happen in the 21st century. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/01/04/sports/b...l?smid=tw-share Second direct reference to this I've seen during the offseason... I find it hilarious and would give a finger to see a collection of texts with accompanying gifs / emojis. Wonder if anyone uses "the farting dog"... ??

QUOTE (Ross Gload Fan @ Jan 2, 2018 -> 06:13 PM) Jake Burger BP Not gonna lie, he seems really devoted to fixing his flaws and working to be a beast. What are your realistic expectations for him in the grand scheme of things? Beautiful swing and can you say loft city? Crazy how different he looks already!

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Dec 30, 2017 -> 12:01 PM) And the Orioles are looking for more? For a RENTAL? What idiots. That is one hell of a return. I read the tweet as the names being mentioned - rather than both of them being offered concurrently. You'd have to imagine Baltimore isn't stupid enough to turn down such a deal... but then again, this is Baltimore we're talking about... after all.

Plant me firmly in the "we need at least another year of in house evaluations before we go off making any big moves" crowd.

For those of you who like me, didn't have a clue about this kid... have at it: Maiker Feliz Position: 3B Born: 08/17/97 Ht: 6'0" Wt: 195 B-T: R-R Acquired: Signed for $450,000 in 2013 from the Dominican Republic. Scouting report One of the higher profile international signings the club has made in the past few years ($450,000 in 2013), Feliz tore up the DSL as a 17-year-old. DSL stats usually are taken with a grain of salt, but even then a .349/.455/.446 line with a substantial walk rate and decent contact rate are impressive at that age. It is even more impressive when you remember that Feliz was more well known for his defense than his hitting when he signed. Feliz struggled when he was promoted to the AZL White Sox at the end of the 2015 season during their league championship run (10 K in 9 G, .161 AVG), though that was only 9 games. Feliz repeated AZL for his age 18 season, and the core numbers weren't great (he hit .214) but he did still continue to draw walks and make OK contact. He played 3B exclusively. Clearly, patience will be key for the 18-year-old as he is in his first full season stateside. According to Baseball America, scouts see him as a line drive hitter “with average bat speed and a chance to be an above average defender”. Feliz has average foot speed as well. Any power that Feliz has will have to come along as he fills out his frame. Defense will be where Feliz hangs his hat while his hitting develops, as scouts claim that Feliz has good hands and strong arm for the hot corner. In-person looks in his 2nd AZL trip saw a hitter raw in plan and getting caught between at the plate, but that's not unexpected at his age. Major League Outlook: Defense-oriented third baseman ETA: 2020 Taken from: http://www.chicagonow.com/future-sox/maiker-feliz/

QUOTE (CaliSoxFanViaSWside @ Dec 27, 2017 -> 06:22 PM) We share a birthday but he's 10 years older. That's super cool

Didnt arretia take a big regression last year?

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Dec 26, 2017 -> 08:49 AM) MLB Pipeline‏Verified account @MLBPipeline 16m16 minutes ago 2017 @MLBDraft pick Sam Abbott, a swimmer and water polo player in high school, is applying his knowledge from the pool to the diamond with the #WhiteSox: http://atmlb.com/2C8Wv5j Just saw this article was posted to the official site and came to link to it here on soxtalk. I've been looking forward to following this kid since we picked him up - just such an interesting story all around. Our area scout was through the roof on this dude back then, hard to not be interested.

QUOTE (Soha @ Dec 24, 2017 -> 08:34 AM) I'm not sure where Clint Frazier's value is now. I know he was a fringe top 20 prospect, but I think that's fallen a good deal, whether fair or not. I don't think I'd give up any prospects above Cease. So...how about: To NYY: Cole To Pittsburgh: Sheffield, Dylan Cease + lower lottery ticket prospect from NYY To CWS: Clint Frazier Prospect ranking for me personally among the three goes: Sheffield, Cease, Frazier If we somehow got involved, I'd only want to be a part of the party if we landed them both. Fulmer + Dunning + Sheets for Cole with us getting Sheffield and Frazier? Meh... my guess is Pittsburg would prefer the spanke prospects too.

QUOTE (Soha @ Dec 24, 2017 -> 07:05 AM) Well I certainly don't blame Pittsburgh for wanting a better headliner than Clint Frazier. Perhaps we could give them one... which of our prospects would be more enticing for Pittsburg and would justify us trading for Frazier and Sheffield from NY?

QUOTE (beautox @ Dec 23, 2017 -> 03:25 PM) https://medium.com/minor-league-madhouse/20...on-75bb9b03f3e9 Saying he could be a #2 on our team is saying a lot. So, that means he's better than ALL of our current pitchers except Kopech?