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QUOTE (ChiliIrishHammock24 @ Oct 11, 2016 -> 11:06 PM) But, in theory, he was playing the BEST matchups, the odds of NONE of them working out is kind of crazy. With a three run lead, I'd rather give a single reliever the chance to develop some rhythm. Not easy coming into a high leverage situation in the playoffs to face one batter.

QUOTE (ChiliIrishHammock24 @ Oct 11, 2016 -> 11:03 PM) Giants bullpen converted 43 saves in 2016. They blew 32 saves. That's unbelievable for a playoff team. What's unbelievable is Bochy using five f***ing relievers in a single inning with a sizable lead. He got too f***ing cute and blew an amazing opportunity to knock the Cubs out of the playoffs.

Please get two runs off this wife beating f*** and send it back to Chicago.

Might as well just hand the Cubs the World Series trophy with the momentum they'll have after this win. f*** you Bochy.

QUOTE (soxfan2014 @ Oct 11, 2016 -> 10:52 PM) If this series goes 5, they have to start Cueto and go Bumgarner out of the pen. The Giants need to get out of this half inning before anyone worries about game 5.

This really is some embarrassing managing. I can't believe he'd use five pitchers in a single inning when you have a three run lead.

I hope Bochy has 12 man pen at this rate.

They're actually trying to lose this right here.

Holy f***.

QUOTE (BigHurt3515 @ Oct 11, 2016 -> 10:46 PM) What in the world is Bochy doing? 4 pitchers for 4 batters? Especially when you're up by 3 in the 9th.

People got too cocky in thread and jinxed this s***.

QUOTE (balfanman @ Oct 11, 2016 -> 09:07 PM) If, and I realize that it's a big IF, the Cubs do not go all the way this year would they be a possible trade partner for Sale? They certainly have the talent and would be even more desperate to get the job done. Right or wrong, the Sox won't deal Sale to the Cubs IMO.

QUOTE (fathom @ Oct 10, 2016 -> 11:01 PM) https://mobile.twitter.com/RussMitchellCFB/...691091593007104 I just don't get the point of replay if they can regularly miss such obvious calls.

That call was f***ing ridiculous. He was definitely off the plate, MLB is full of s*** if they claim there was no definite proof.

Wow Trump, just wow.

Can the mods please ban Greg for this Chelsea Clinton nonsense? It's some of the most pathetic trolling I've ever seen on this site.

What the f*** is going on with DeAndre Hopkins? This is two weeks in a row without a catch in the first half. FML.

QUOTE (Dick Allen @ Oct 9, 2016 -> 11:12 AM) If that package was available for Sale, the trade would have been made in July. It wouldn't have killed their line up. As much as it makes sense Sale is worth all those pieces, the Sox aren't going to get all those pieces. It is too much for one guy who pitches once every 5 days. To replace that, it would more than offset the deal In which Sale is signed. Got to disagree here. We have no idea what the White Sox asked for, but some rumors suggested they wanted an impact major league talent in return like Betts or JBJ, which could explain why a deal didn't take place. Perhaps they're expectations change headlining into the offseason. We also don't know what the Red Sox were offering at the deadline. A first round loss due to pitching failures could force Dombrowski's hand and result in a better offer. There could also be more teams in the sweepstakes for Sale, also potentially resulting in a better offer from the Red Sox assuming they remain interested. As for the amount of talent, I don't think a Benintendi/Devers led package is all that ridiculous. Look what teams have been paying for top end pitching. A Cole Hamels type package should be the bare minimum in terms of expectations and I think someone will pay that in this market. I'm not sure Jose Abreu's proposed package is really that much crazier than what the Phillies got...I actually think it's a bit light. I think you're underselling Sale's value here.

QUOTE (ChiSox59 @ Oct 9, 2016 -> 10:10 AM) Could even give them Melky in that deal if it gets it done. Resign Morneau or some other LH 1B/DH type. Id obviously prefer to keep Melky if they'd do that deal without him. Boston is going to want to make a big splash when they get swept today. Think this is a real possibility. I think there is no chance the Red Sox trade both JBJ & Benintendi for Sale. They're simply not going to create two holes in their outfield.

QUOTE (zisk @ Oct 9, 2016 -> 08:28 AM) sonny gray is good, sale is an ace. benitendi, pomerantz,kopec and either devers or moncada for sale. Why in hell would you want Pomeranz? He's only under control for two more seasons and has been a dissapointment in the AL. Give me Rodriguez all day and his five years of control.

QUOTE (SCCWS @ Oct 9, 2016 -> 08:23 AM) I don't think you will see panic in Boston. They are coming off 2 terrible seasons where they finished last in AL East. Down the stretch they owned their main rivals in O's and Jays. They made a boatload of money this year in both attendance and merchandise sale. They have 4 young players in starting lineup and more talent on the way. But making the playoffs for them is not a goal but more an expectation. So I think Dombowski will be busy. Many forget they lost their #3 starter and All-Star mid-year this year in Wright. Benintendi made a splash down the stretch. Moncada, however. was a flop. Both were rushed to the majors skipping AAA. Living in Red Sox country, my take. I hope to hell Sale does not end up in Boston. I think Dombrowski will make moves and trade one of Moncada or Benintendi. My guess, he will package the one w another prospect( Devers or Kopech), a SP ( Buchholtz or Pomerantz) and Shaw or Holt and add a 2-3 starter and a lefty reliever. keep an eye on Sonny Gray. He will not trade Betts or Bradley. Benintendi and Betts are a step down from Bradley defensively, the reason why both had to learn new positions. Hopefully they get swept tonight although the game may get rained out. The Red Sox don't have a legit ace though and that's always going to be a problem in the playoffs. Given his history, I can't see Dombrowksi ignoring this obvious need if they lose in the first round. He'll want to get that ace and Sale will be the best starting pitcher available by far. Makes too much sense for both sides to be honest.

Don't see us getting all three of Moncada, Benintendi, & Devers. I think two of them plus Rodriguez (former top 100 prospect who fills Sale's spot immedietely), Kopech, Jason Groome (2016 first round pick), and one or two lesser pieces (at least one being a top 10 type) would be a tremendous haul. For me, the key is getting Benintendi and his ability to play CF. He's got superstar written all over him and would allow us to keep Eaton in RF. Give me Benintendi and I can live with Devers over Moncada as long as we're also getting the three pitchers I mentioned. And honestly, I don't see why the Red Sox would pass on such a deal. Devers isn't ready yet and Moncada may end up taking his spot at 3B anyways. They can easily sign an OF in free agency to replace Benintendi. Rodrguez is completely expendable with Sale in fold. Kopech & Groome are nice looking prospects, but are far enougn away they shouldn't hold up a deal. My only concern is Hahn pushes for Betts (which would be ridiculous) or JBJ (possible if willing to take lesser secondary pieces) and ultimately kills a deal.

QUOTE (ChiliIrishHammock24 @ Oct 8, 2016 -> 11:13 PM) Only reason I haven't bought it yet is because every review I had seen from fans or small publications have been disappointed, saying it gets really repetitive, and that the AI is atrocious. Waiting for IGN or some major source to review it and give more detailed reply. Anything around a 7/10 or better and I'll get it. My guess is IGN will give it about an 8. Most open world GTA-type games get repetitive in terms of mission structure, but very few have the story and polish that Mafia 3 has. It definitely isn't on the level of GTA V, a near perfect game IMO, but I think the narrative is far more interesting (at least so far) and will be its driving force through some of the more repetitive moments.

QUOTE (pettie4sox @ Oct 8, 2016 -> 08:09 PM) Voice of reason... Right He has good points but he just lays it on way too thick. It's his sheer arrogance that he feels the need to be condescending as f*** to people who don't agree that's bugging me. Yup. Any valid points he may have are completely offset by his "I'm better than you" attitude. I'm friends with numerous Cubs fans and am married to a diehard and I've never accounted someone as annoying or condescending as Deadpool when it comes to discussing the Cubs & Sox. I think the real question is why does he waste so much time telling a board full of Sox fans that they're stupid for not liking or cheering for the Cubs.

About five hours into Mafia 3 and I'm really enjoying it so far. The story and characters are amazing, amongst the best I've ever seen in a video game. The setting/atmosphere is incredible. You really feel like you're in 1960's New Orleans. The gameplay is very solid for an open-world GTA type game. Nothing revolutionary here, but no significant flaws either. There's a chance the mission structure will start to get repetitive at some point, but right now I'm enjoying it a ton. If you're a fan of story driven games, then I highly recommend it.