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I think that people are underestimating Johnson. His ceiling is a number two starter. If we don't sign Tanaka, it'd be hard pressed to ship out Johnson. We're pretty much set for this initial phase of the rebuild in 2014 if we lose out on this free agent signing. Garza doesn't fit the plan IMO. The starting pitcher class in 2015 is stronger. It's most possible we see a DeAza trade - though I now won't be surprised if it comes mid season along with some other moves. Tanaka is an important move and when you take the big picture implications into mind, it's easy to see why the front office has placed such a high priority in the negioations. Adding another big RH arm next to Sale really kicks the rebuild into 6th gear overdrive. Bottom line, any moves going forward this offseason will be supplemental IMO. We're going to give everyone else time to build value or put it together.

QUOTE (Jose Abreu @ Jan 20, 2014 -> 08:38 PM) Don't know what you're referring to but I'm referring to the Astros and Mariners being included rather than us. Google it. Long-tail SEO. Your answer lies there in.

QUOTE (Jose Abreu @ Jan 20, 2014 -> 08:32 PM) End of that link: "the-latest-on-masahiro-tanaka-mariners-diamondbacks-astros-yankees-dodgers-cubs" ARE YOU SERIOUS!? It's called "Long-tail SEO"

QUOTE (SoxPride18 @ Jan 20, 2014 -> 07:31 PM) Any update Rock? None knows anything buddy, accept it and continue on with the circular logic. Discourse in realms or the random are another suggestion. It's the waiting game this time.

QUOTE (Jose Abreu @ Jan 20, 2014 -> 07:21 PM) Is this kind of language really allowed here? f***ing damn right b****in s*** As long as you're not attacking a poster or a player with language like that, f*** it. Light it up. Freedom of speech, cuz.

QUOTE (dayan024 @ Jan 20, 2014 -> 06:00 PM) Laurence Holmes ‏@LaurenceWHolmes 13s Talking #Cubs & #Whitesox w/ @MLBBruceLevine next. If you want the inside scoop, you'll get it with Bruce @670TheScore Blah blah blah blah... Cubs agressive offer... Blah blah blah blah... Cubs won't back down... Blah blah blah blah... Cubs hesitant to say he's their man but won't stop until they're told no... Blah blah blah blah... Yankees... Blah blah blah blah.... Dodgers... Blah blah blah... White sox not likely... Blah blah blah... Cubs. Blah blah... Cubs... Blah.... Friday... Blah blah... Wednesday... Blah blah blah. Cubs.

QUOTE (Baron @ Jan 20, 2014 -> 01:20 PM) Alright he said basically nothing new They mentioned the white sox literally once.

I introduce to you all.. The Tanaka hi8is Happiness Scale Tanaka signing with the White Sox... +10 Tanaka signing with anyone other than the cubs... +6 Tanaka signing with anyone other than the Yankees... +3 Tanaka signing with the dodgers... +1 Tanaka signing with the cubs... -10 Therefor if he signs with the sox - my happiness goes to an astounding level 19! Level 19 happiness marks always necessitate trips to Chicago.

QUOTE (onedude @ Jan 20, 2014 -> 12:01 PM) There is no way that is a thing...I thought Unicorns were asexual. Get real or get out!! Rainbow colored poop.

Unicorn testicals.

Get them hits to your blog, Tom.

QUOTE (bucket-of-suck @ Jan 19, 2014 -> 11:33 PM) FWIW, ...told "anyone that calls the Sox longshots in this Tanaka thing are just wrong". Thank god - some useful information for the first time all weekend

Again and again and again we say, the only way we land him is with a creative contract which amounts to a higher AAV / an ability to hit free agency again before his age 30 season. That's our only prayer. If I'm wrong - gladly will you see me blow up the humility thread.

I'll start it off. Pitchers and catchers report feb.15th Position players, feb 20th. First full team workout on the 21st.

So... I figure instead of constantly refreshing the tanaka thread, let's see what's concrete on our horizon. When do pitchers and catchers report? When do position players come in? When is our first spring training game? When is our first mlb.tv televised game? When is our first scheduled game on CSN? When is our first spring training national broadcast on WGN? Any MLB Network games televised this spring training? Let's get some solid things in front of us to pine for.

QUOTE (StRoostifer @ Jan 19, 2014 -> 03:13 PM) Mind if I add strawberry shortcake ( she's soooo HOT!) to the mix? Rainbow bright is total spank bank material too. I can play along no more and hence forth concede from this battle of self directed witty stupidity. In other words, you win.

QUOTE (Stan Bahnsen @ Jan 18, 2014 -> 08:19 PM) Donnie Veal plaques still available!! Yea, strange - they featured a Castro item in my email today too...

Yes! Only 24 hours left to discuss ponies, cox, geshia dolls, and dragon ball z! Welcome home tanaka!

QUOTE (StRoostifer @ Jan 19, 2014 -> 01:44 PM) holly hobby easy bake oven That toy is AMAZING. Such a key part to any true collection. Without a doubt worth every penny of 120 million!

QUOTE (Jose Abreu @ Jan 19, 2014 -> 01:29 PM) MASAHIRO TANAKA Sorry Jose. This thread has effectively been buried with layers of pony sparkle magic. You are all free of course to keep saying the same thing repeatedly until he signs in 4 days. Since my little pony didn't catch on... Anyone else have any suggestions? Japanese anime?

QUOTE (Baron @ Jan 19, 2014 -> 01:16 PM) Well....this conversation once more got weird. I know I can't believe the Yankees offered tanaka a deal on par with the dodgers. Jesus. What is this world coming to? Things like this don't happen in the pony kingdom of magic. In fact, the Yankees where all banished by the pixie dust princess in 1694.

QUOTE (Jose Abreu @ Jan 19, 2014 -> 01:09 PM) hmu doe We are not discussing baby dear here Jose. It's all about little f***ing ponies. Get your s*** straight man.

QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Jan 19, 2014 -> 01:11 PM) I never called you a homosexual To be politically correct, it is not "a homosexual" it is "the homosexual". Bronies always get pegged as the homosexuals. It is not fair and should not be tolerated in the sparkle kingdom of pink magic.

QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Jan 19, 2014 -> 01:03 PM) It doesn't surprise me that you are a Brony Just because they featured me in a netflix documentary wearing a sparkling pink glitter pony jammy set doesn't mean I'm the homosexual. It's just honestly the best topic ever explored - showing the world a greater path to unification and friendship. This board should really consider ditching all interest in the white sox and becoming a my little pony gathering spot of magic. Anyone want to cuddle?

All of this talk is a waste of time. I'm telling you guys... My Little Pony!!! The best film and series OF ALL TIME!!! That is what we should be discussing!! "The show follows a studious unicorn pony named Twilight Sparkle as her mentor Princess Celestia guides her to learn about friendship in the town of Ponyville." It's BRILLIANT!!!!