Chicago White Sox

QUOTE (iamshack @ Nov 1, 2017 -> 06:39 PM) Not trying to speak for Reddy, but he has been an actor for many years, I believe. While he took it a bit further than I was intending, I have no doubt that he knows better than I do the types of things that go on in the film/television industry. I was speaking more from an adoration standpoint, I guess. Meaning I have no doubt that many minors have sex with "grown-ass" men and women in the film, music, sports and political worlds by design. That certainly doesn't excuse adults from taking advantage of a minor's inability to legally consent, but I think it is important to recognize there are degrees of fault in these situations. I also want to add it does not make it appropriate for adults to engage in that type of activity, but to pretend it doesn't happen is to keep your head in the sand. I'm not sure what Rapp describes rises to the degree of sexual assault, although I must admit I am not up to speed on what New York courts are currently considering the elements of sexual assault of a minor to be. Throwing around terms like "sexual assault" or "rape" or "molested" may be unfair, even as inappropriate as the behavior may have been. I don’t get where you’re going with this “inability to legally consent” in relation to Rapp though. Whether Rapp was 14 or 40 he didn’t express any desire to engage in sexual activities with Spacey. There was clearly no consent, legal or not. This story is simply about an adult who tried to sexually assault a 14 year old boy. There isn’t any gray area here which is why I find Reddy bringing up Rapp’s character to be bizarre and counter-productive to the discussion at hand.

QUOTE (Reddy @ Nov 1, 2017 -> 04:23 PM) This as well. The reality in this business is that people will also do whatever it takes to get ahead. If that means put a famous person in a questionable situation for blackmail purposes, there ARE people in this business that would do it. Humans suck, all around. NOT saying that's what Rapp did. He's a pretty good guy from all I know. I haven't met him personally, but many friends have, and I've met close friends of his as well. But there are people who are ruthless on BOTH sides of this coin. This is just a bizarre post. What does Rapp being a “pretty good guy” have to do with anything? He was a successful child actor that was sexually assaulted by a grown-ass man. There’s no alterior motive here or with any other child stars (like the Corey’s for example) that are victims of predatory actions by powerful adults. This s*** is disgusting & simply unacceptable, so whether Rapp is a “good guy” or not is simply irrelevant and quite frankly takes away from the issue at hand.

I’m sorry, but what business are you in Reddy? I guess I’m missing your connection to Kevin Spacey here.

QUOTE (Y2JImmy0 @ Nov 1, 2017 -> 07:49 AM) I don't really see them signing multi-year deals with anyone. Veteran backup catcher, veteran starter like Chris Tillman, 1-2 veteran relievers on 1 year deals as well. They could sign some guys to potentially flip and add a ton of guys on minor league deals. I also think they explore Avisail Garcia and extend Abreu. Next year isn't a compete year. It's a growth year with kids playing. Next year's free agent class is a different story though. Agree 100% with this. Avi Garcia is the one guy they might move and I think they’ll want real value for him. If they can’t get that, they give him until the deadline to prove himself to potential suitors. Also, I fully expect Abreu to sign a four year extension this offseason.

QUOTE (greg775 @ Oct 30, 2017 -> 09:39 PM) The quitting on the team thing is so cliche. It was late in the year. The Sox wanted to get rid of the mouth that roared. He didn't quit on anybody. He did exactly what the front office wanted ... leave. Ozzie's demise is a great lesson in humility for the working class. Remember no man is bigger than the company he/she works for. ANYBODY is replaceable. Open your mouth too much (once for normal working stiffs) and you are GONE. Remember that. It's why those people getting arrested during protests are so stupid as well. You get arrested, you are done for life. No high paying job for you, arrestee. The world stops for no one. We are ALL replaceable. Ozzie is unhirable cause he opened his trap too much. Case closed. Greg, what do you do for a living just out of curiosity?

QUOTE (iamshack @ Oct 30, 2017 -> 09:38 AM) I don't see that as being a significant reason not to do it. There are a lot of reasons not to do it, but adding him in '18 shouldn't be a big one, IMHO. How far off do you think we are from competing? I’m hopeful that 2019 can be that year, but a lot of things will need to go right before we know. I’m not taking on a nearly $300M obligation before I feel confident that our team is ready to take that next step, especially when that player has a poor track record of health and has an opt-out clause after three years.

Whether you think adding Stanton is a good idea or not, I just can’t agree with the timing. We should not spend big this offseason as it will be a year too early IMO. If you’re going to take on the considerable risk that is Stanton’s contract, you need to make sure you’re timing the addition right to ensure the biggest potential payoff. I know people are skeptical, but I’d rather see us active in the epic 2018/19 free agent class (even if there is competition) than just jump too early on Stanton. We should have the money to be serious players IMO.

QUOTE (TheTruth05 @ Oct 30, 2017 -> 07:58 AM) Chris Mortensen @mortreport Bears TE Zach Miller was having urgent vascular surgery in New Orleans last night to repair artery damage on dislocated knee, per sources Brutal, hoping everything turns out okay for Zach. There was an updated tweet that this surgery was to help save his leg. Really hoping for the best for him here.

QUOTE (StrangeSox @ Oct 27, 2017 -> 07:45 PM) First charges filed in the Mueller investigation http://www.cnn.com/2017/10/27/politics/fir...tion/index.html No wonder Republicans have been throwing up Clinton smoke screens Manafort.

QUOTE (Jack Parkman @ Oct 29, 2017 -> 03:10 PM) Yep. He doesn't have the "It" factor. We have ourselves another Cutler. Sigh. The great ones, even as rookies, found ways to win games they shouldn't. Good thing football won’t be around in a few years, so it won’t really matter I guess...

QUOTE (Chicago White Sox @ Oct 29, 2017 -> 02:34 PM) The Bears D is actually trying to keep us in this game. Hopefully we mix up the play-calling and get a little aggressive here.

The Bears D is actually trying to keep us in this game. Hopefully we mix up the play-calling and get a little aggressive here.

Horrible challenge IMO. I’d much rather save the extra a time-out in what is still somehow a one score game.

And what a gruesome injury for Miller, dude just can’t stay healthy unfortunately.

QUOTE (bmags @ Oct 29, 2017 -> 01:47 PM) We are averaging about 2.5 ypc, are down two scores in second half but will definitely go run run pass for another 3 and out to start next drive Like clockwork and it’s beyond frustrating. It’s like they want to do everything in their power to baby Mitch and not actually try and win a relatively close game. I hate watching this s***.

WTF...a handoff to Cohen up the middle?!

Why are we running it there? It’s almost like the coaching staff doesn’t want to score here.

When is his opt-out?

QUOTE (TheTruth05 @ Oct 27, 2017 -> 07:54 AM) I'm not going to lie, I'm a little bit jealous seeing you guys all talking about SMO and I still haven't made the move from WiiU to the Switch. Odyssey might make me finally bend the knee. I highly, highly recommend making the move to Switch. I had a Wii U and despite having some great games, I barely used it. The Switch is simply a better piece of hardware and its hybrid nature is a game-changer. Add in an incredible library of games (when you consider we’re only 7 months) and you won’t be dissapointed.

QUOTE (Jose Abreu @ Oct 27, 2017 -> 01:18 AM) Never been a Super Mario guy but I just bought the Switch so the GOAT game might as well warrant a purchase. Odyssey is currently the 6th highest rated game of all-time on Metacritic while Breath of the Wild sits at 9th. So basically two all-time classics released on the system in its first seven months plus arguably the best Mario Kart ever released. Buy all three of these games and you will not be dissapointed with your Switch purchase.

QUOTE (Brian @ Oct 26, 2017 -> 03:17 PM) Cara Maria and Camila have become unbearable. I laughed when Derrick wouldn't let Camila go to the puzzle. She could've just gone anyway. Definitely pulling for Tori and hope Hunter gets back in. Pretty much agree with all of this. I really wish Derrick & Hunter had both made the finals. And I pray that Camila doesn’t get that third spot.

Mario Odyssey reviews are in and it sounds like the game may be the GOAT. I know what I’ll be doing up until Thanksgiving.

QUOTE (Kalapse @ Oct 23, 2017 -> 10:08 PM) Well, there were a few variations I made awhile back: one was Anderson, Q, Rodon the other: Anderson, Moncada, Rodon. They live in the ether and are a bit dire. I decided no minor leaguers hit the banner until they debut, this isn't futuresox. So who gets featured? I typically go 3 pics, can be the same dude or any combination of ML players. I’d go Anderson, Moncada, Delmonico.

Pretty wild we’re a game out of a playoff spot despite this horrific receiving corp. And what’s even more crazy is we actually have a lot of winnable games remaining. Pace really f***ed this team by essentially ignoring the position in the offseason.

If the price were insignificant then sure, but I don’t see any reason why the Dodgers would just give him away. He’s still an above-average starting catcher and those aren’t easy to come by.