Chicago White Sox

Who are the other two?

Probably not, but we'll have a good idea if he's underslot after our 2nd rounder tomorrow.

Well sure, I definitely consider catcher to be up the middle, but that’s a very unique spot for obvious reasons. 2B I simply value a less than SS & CF because there is typically less fall back when it comes to positional flexibility. IMO, our system needs more athletes that aren’t pigeon-holed to one position potentially. That’s all I was getting at.

Perhaps unfairly, but I’m considering up the middle to be SS / CF primarily.

That’s fair but at some we need to start investing in some up the middle talent. Outside of Robert, most of our resources the past few years have gone to corner type players and pitchers.

Pipeline & Fangraphs both had Howard higher rated.

I’m willing to give a physically talented Midwest kid a bit more rope with their hit tool.

I like Howard as much as anyone, but let’s see how the rest of the draft goes. If Crotchet is below slot, it’s very likely we come out with a high-end talent in the 2nd.

Because he’s a high-end talent plus a local kid. I wouldn’t have passed on him personally.

If the Cubs draft Howard I will die. Edit: I’m dead...FML

Technically they taught Hansen command, he just forgot the following season.

Oh fuck, it’s happening?! Ed Howard!!!!

What if Howard tells them he ain’t coming cheap and he forces his way to 11?

Come on Angels, times are tough and you should definitely punt that pick!!

If Detmers is there, don’t see the Sox passing on him.

Motherfucker, is this official??

Detmers, Abel, or Crotchet. Pick your poison... You will be missed Howard.

This seems like good news right?! Right!?

No reason to get cute, just take Howard and call it a day. With the benefit of hindsight, we should have probably taken the Midwest kid in Kelenic back in 2018. Let’s not make the same mistake twice with a kid right in our own backyard. Ed is exactly the type of talent you pick in our spot.

Thanks fathom!

You stating this or guessing?

Ok thanks fathom, for some reason I thought he was on the bubble.

Could news for us right!?

What’s a mod chat?

Based on what?