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QUOTE (southside hitman @ May 22, 2014 -> 11:22 AM) It appears most people on here (me included) have Kolek at #3 in their preference, so sure if he goes 1-1 that's great. If Rodon and Aiken are off the board, I'd be fine with Kyle Freeland or one of the bats at #3 instead of Kolek. I just don't want Nola or Beede instead of Kolek.

QUOTE (The Ultimate Champion @ May 22, 2014 -> 10:36 AM) Yeah you don't sit this guy. If they aren't going to clear a spot for him by jettisoning a vet then he needs to play every day in Charlotte. I mean not only is he not getting PAs but he's accruing service time. Why? Sox are idiots good % of the time these days. Who isn't going to play everyday in Charlotte then though? I agree that Semien needs to be in Charlotte. Micah Johnson is at 2B every day. Matt Davidson is at 3B every day. Carlos Sanchez is also there. Would they do something with Dan Black and just have one of the infielders DH? I know it's easy for us to say that Semien trumps all and should be at SS down there but that leaves Carlos Sanchez and Tyler Saladino with nowhere to play.

QUOTE (Chilihead90 @ May 22, 2014 -> 02:13 AM) Anyone before us taking Kolek is best. I'd much rather take Kolek than a guy like Aaron Nola though. Swing for the fences rather than some safe college arm. I'd be okay with Freeland over Kolek at #3 but if Rodon and Aiken go 1-2, it could literally be anyone for the Sox.

Gillaspie is a platoon player. I would hope Davidson gets it together and starts at 3rd in 2015.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ May 22, 2014 -> 09:16 AM) He needs work and reps. That is all there is too it. Let Leury rot on the bench. Where is Semien going to play at Charlotte with Davidson, Johnson, Saladino, and Sanchez there already?

So I take it Noesi will go into the bullpen now and Carroll stays in the rotation for the time being?

QUOTE (caulfield12 @ May 21, 2014 -> 11:00 AM) Or it's just erasing $6 million in revenue loss due to lower attendance. It's a risky endeavor to invest in pitching in the FA market. We're already seeing signs of Verlander deteriorating many years before the end of that deal. Scherzer, Lester and Shields...I can't see us touching those guys. And Masterson supposedly turned down $50 million for 3 years from the Indians but for the White Sox to commit let's say $80 million over even 4 seasons to him...they were willing to gamble on Tanaka because of his age and ace potential, but based on what he's looking like so far this year, would anyone jump up and down with joy getting Masterson for $80/4 (were he to continue putting up relatively pedestrian numbers)? Last year, he was very good, better than Quintana. But this year, he's giving up more hits than IP, a WHIP of around 1.5 and a 5+ ERA. Maybe the looming contract situation/FA is in his head (see Sandoval in SF), but that disappearing ability "disease" has infected Carlos Santana, Bourn and Nick Swisher as well. http://www.indiansbaseballinsider.com/blog...easonable-63355 Joe Chengery March 23, 2014 - 10:59 PM EDT While the shorter length (and virtually no one thought they'd take a two-year deal, and the preference for them really is three) helps, it's still a risk, and still a lot of payroll to tie up in a guy who has not put up back-to-back good seasons, and is a borderline frontline starter (i.e. #2) at best. Signing Kazmir would have probably been more prudent; as I said before, the length of Ubaldo's contract would have made me shy away, but on the other hand, Ubaldo has matched or outdone Masterson over their careers, and it was a reasonable bet he could maintain a level of success here. Would it have been as good as the second half of 2013? That probably wasn't likely because very few pitchers stay in that "hot zone"- even Verlander hasn't been as dominant as he was a few seasons ago, but I think with (Mickey) Callaway's guidance and familiar surroundings, Ubaldo could have been a consistently good starter at a lower cost. I'm not as sure of that elsewhere; like I said though, I would have preferred Ubaldo at three years plus an option, but that turned out NOT to be an option in the end. Keep in mind that no one expected Masterson to take a two-year deal, and the only real reason he's doing it is because of a possible change in the QO in the next bargaining agreement; taking a shorter contract would still enable him to still get a larger contract while he's still in his prime. A QO would probably affect his value since his track record is no better, and arguably worse, than Jimenez and Garza, so the shorter p-length contract is a calculated move on the part of Masterson and his agent, just as it was to make it seem as if the contract offer is a discount, when in reality, it isn't. Seth, I still don't think Masterson's 2013 was that great; his 2011 was better, and his 2012 wasn't much better than Ubaldo's and that's where the rub is- can Masterson put together back-to-back strong seasons, presuming 2013 was a strong season? (I think Ubaldo had the stronger, more consistent overall 2013, along with a healthier 2013). If Masterson can put together a strong 2014 (more like he did in 2011 with better command, since I'm not confident his H and K rates will be as strong in 2014 based on his track record, necessitating the need for better command), it will be the first time he's done that in his career. I think that is a major reason why the Indians are hesitating - which Masterson are you going to get- the strong three, borderline two starter like in 2011 and parts of 2013, or the inconsistent 4-5 starter you got in 2012, and even parts of 2010 and 2013? That's why they don't think putting down 1/6 to 1/5 of this year's and next year's payroll is the best idea, especially when other salaries will be increasing next year (including Kipnis, who they want to sign long term, plus any upgrades the Indians may need next offseason. Signing Masterson to such a contract may tie their hands to the point where they won't be able to sign anyone of significance, even a Murphy-level signing). Tanaka didn't cost any draft pick compensation though. I would be shocked if the Sox signed a player next offseason that cost the team a draft pick.

QUOTE (witesoxfan @ May 21, 2014 -> 09:09 AM) I will fight for this title! Haha alright. I still have a soft spot for the man because he was one of my favorite players prior to joining the White Sox. He was an absolute monster for like 8 seasons and people conveniently forget that. He definitely has not lived up to expectations here but man, that guy used to be awesome.

QUOTE (Eminor3rd @ May 21, 2014 -> 08:56 AM) You people are so fickle. You would have stabbed the guy just two months ago. Sox will move on from him -- if he keeps hitting this well he'll be more valuable as a trade chip. If he regresses to his normal 110ish wRC+ (which is more likely), Viciedo can keep the spot warm for Ravelo/Abreu. I would not have. I think I may be Dunn's biggest supporter on this board.

1. Brady Aiken LHP (Wishful Thinking) 2. Tim Anderson SS 3. Matt Davidson 3B 4. Courtney Hawkins OF 5. Micah Johnson INF/OF 6. Tyler Danish RHP 7. Trey Michalczewski 3B 8. Chris Beck RHP 9. Francellis Montas RHP 10. Cleuelis Rondon SS Next two: Rangel Ravelo and Trayce Thompson.

QUOTE (Balta1701 @ May 21, 2014 -> 08:31 AM) If the White Sox offer him a qualifying offer next season they are committing to pay him a 1 year, ~$14 million contract if he accepts. After the last 4 years, I find it extremely difficult that the White Sox would be interested in offering him that kind of money regardless of what he does the next few months. The worst case scenario would be Dunn accepting the QO and the Sox paying him $14 million on a 1 year deal. Is it worth the risk of trying to acquire the draft pick for him in a year when the team won't be spending a ton of money? I'd consider doing it but I definitely understand those against it.

QUOTE (DBAHO @ May 21, 2014 -> 07:53 AM) They're looking to trade that pick, and Charlotte potentially also at #9. Arron Affalo would make some sense, for Charlotte especially. If anything, Sacramento really needs to find a defensive frontcourt piece to put next to DeMarcus Cousins. I almost see em where Portland was a season ago, Portland desperately needed a defensive big to put next to Aldridge, and they got Robin Lopez. Wonder if the Kings would look at Varejao maybe (doubt he's worth the 8th pick though). That all being said, I don't see the Kings having any chance of making the playoffs in the West next season. They don't have to make the playoffs. They just need to pick between 11-14. If the Kings pick between 11-30 in the 2015, 2016, or 2017 draft, the Bulls get that pick. If they have top 10 picks for the next 3 seasons then the Bulls get Sacramento's 2nd rounder in 2017. Also from the Deng trade, the Bulls get to switch draft positions with the Cavs next year if the Cavs fall out of the lottery. Bulls also received Portland's 2nd rounder the next 2 seasons in the deal. If the Bulls keep these pick, this is what we need to root for: Cleveland becomes the 8th seed in the East for next season and Sacramento falls into the 11th pick in the draft. In this scenario, the Bulls would choose #11 and #15 in 2015 Draft while giving their #1 pick to Cleveland. Hope this makes sense, haha.

QUOTE (Soxfest @ May 20, 2014 -> 11:09 PM) Cleveland getting the pick again very fishy. I disagree. I think the Lakers or Celtics getting it would have been fishy. Cleveland will just f*** it up anyway.

QUOTE (SoxPride18 @ May 20, 2014 -> 02:11 PM) keithlaw ‏@keithlaw 2m NC State, with the best pitcher in this draft class and one of the best position players, was bounced from the ACC tournament on day one. Kyle Freeland pitched poorly and Evansville is out as well.

NBA Draft Lottery Tonight at 7. At least that will clear some things up.

FWIW, players could not be included in a deal for Thibodeau. Coaches can only be traded for other coaches or draft picks.

QUOTE (Balta1701 @ May 19, 2014 -> 12:56 PM) I'd very likely do this as well but with the caveat that the Bulls would have to have some idea of how to fill the SG and SF holes that they'd be creating. Obviously the Bulls would need to be able to extend Kevin Love as well.

I think that Lindstrom, Downs, Beckham, and Dunn will all get moved. Nobody will want De Aza and Hahn's price tag will be too high for Ramirez. I'd love to dump Danks on Texas but probably wishful thinking.

The thing that is funny about Harrelson is that he actually likes #'s and doesn't know it. He always talks about watching Boston, Oakland, and TB and how they have "TWTW" when actually those are 3 of the more well known sabr teams. The old man is hilarious.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ May 19, 2014 -> 07:50 AM) Good call. We could be talking about a Boozer, #1 pick(s), Mirotic type package to get love Not a chance. I think Minnesota asks for Taj, Butler, and 2 #1 picks. And I'd make the deal. This is around the time I'd look to trade Jimmy Butler anyway. The Bulls don't have the $$ to pay him and get another star and scorers anyway.

QUOTE (caulfield12 @ May 17, 2014 -> 10:16 AM) Nobody saw "Million Dollar Arm" yet? Saturday Update: Warner Bros. reports that Godzilla stormed the box office on Friday for $38.53 million, giving it the best opening day of any film so far in 2014. That figure includes $9.3 million from Thursday shows and $6.2 million from IMAX screenings. BoxOffice currently projects a $98 million weekend based on yesterday's business, which would give it the best debut of the year up to this point (Captain America: The Winter Soldier currently holds that title with $95 million). Early word of mouth looks mostly positive with an 80 percent Flixster score as of Saturday morning, although the film's reported CinemaScore was a modest "B+". Regardless, the opening validates one of the most effective, and impressive, marketing campaigns to come along in awhile. WB wisely sold the film as a character-driven disaster flick rather than a straight-up creature feature, and the dividends are paying huge as mainstream audiences connected with the reboot on a level that few saw coming. Where legs go from here will depend on the aforementioned word of mouth, as well as immediate competition from X-Men: Days of Future Past (opening next week). Meanwhile, Disney's Million Dollar Arm posted $3.46 million in its debut yesterday. BoxOffice projects a $10.8 million weekend from there. The Jon Hamm-led baseball drama was expected to open modestly well, while staying power is the name of the game as Disney hopes buzz for the film spreads through and beyond Memorial Day weekend. For now, the opening is in line with recent sports-centric flicks Draft Day ($9.8 million opening weekend) and Trouble with the Curve ($12.2 million). from boxoffice.com I saw Million Dollar Arm. I remember reading about the actual story in SI a few years back. It was fine for a cliched sports movie. My girlfriend is a Pirates fan and wanted to see it. John Hamm was good but I wouldn't blame anyone waiting for it to come out on Blu-Ray. I saw Neighbors too. Pleasantly surprised. I laughed pretty much throughout. Seth Rogen is so hit or miss.

QUOTE (greg775 @ May 18, 2014 -> 08:34 PM) Draftnick is just a way to say/write it quickly. There's no known word for somebody who roots for their team to lose to get the best draft position. Not meant to be derogatory. The people that do it freely admit to it so they don't mind getting labeled I wouldn't think. It's draftnik actually. Draftnik is a term describing those who study professional sports leagues drafts, and cover the draft in the media. The term is most often used in reference to the NFL Draft and was coined in the mid-1980s after the draft was first televised by ESPN. -Wikipedia.

LOL at freaking out about a 19 year old's A+ ball debut. He will be fine.

QUOTE (southside hitman @ May 16, 2014 -> 10:14 PM) Might be time for him to get some practice in the OF. That's now how this works. Tim Anderson is a top 100 prospect in baseball because of his ceiling. He is extremely raw. We have to learn how to take the good with the bad. He is going to take awhile. He will most likely end up at 2B but it is way too soon to put him in the OF. Raw IF that play in A ball usually make a ton of errors.

Would Texas take Danks back with all of their pitching injuries?