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QUOTE (fathom @ Apr 30, 2011 -> 08:20 PM) Yeah, I don't think Boers is accurate with what he says about AJP, as he's been saying for a few months that no one on the Sox roster wanted AJP back. FWIW the sox scouts believe Flowers has made major adjustments and will get the majority of at bats at catcher in 2012. Now I understand if you don't have much faith in the scouting staff right now

QUOTE (fathom @ Apr 28, 2011 -> 07:41 PM) Hard to say Sizemore can't stay healthy after he had the major surgery. If we rip on their players for being hurt, then how about Quentin and Peavy for us? I wouldn't put Carlos in the same category as Peavy, he gave us one great year and at least played more than half the games the others.

QUOTE (jeffro2525 @ Apr 28, 2011 -> 04:28 PM) CF: Granderson vs. Rios=Granderson RF: swisher vs. CQ=CQ 2B: Cano vs. Becks= Cano 3B: A-Roid vs. Morel= Umm... 1B: Chaves vs. Konerko=PK C: Martin vs. Castro=Martin DH: Posada vs. Dunn=Dunn LF: Gardner vs. Lilli=Push SS: Nunez vs. Lexi= Lexi Totals 4-4-1...so the Yankee scrub line-up IS NOT better. It's about the same except that cano is the best 2b in baseball and aroid is in the top 3 at 3b so those two positions are routs

QUOTE (BigSqwert @ Apr 21, 2011 -> 01:52 PM) pierre lf vizquel 2b quentin rf PK 1b dunn dh rios cf AJ c ramirez ss teahen 3b floyd p So with dunn currently hitting like kotsay, this is basically the same crap offense we had last year

QUOTE (The Ginger Kid @ Apr 20, 2011 -> 08:23 PM) played terrible to end last season (8 game losing streak in Sept.) and starting off this season with this slide...I'll admit, it doesn't look good. I believe in talent and I believe the sox have it, but you're just digging yourself a hole falling 8-9 games back in April...which is easily where this could be next week. yup, i still believe this is a good team but i gotta say it doesnt take too lomg before i become disinterested in every game and that is frustrating in april

QUOTE (Chi Town Sox @ Apr 11, 2011 -> 04:29 PM) I have seen MANY huge bands in concert and they are definitely in my top 3 of live performances I have seen Agreed I saw them at metro twice, UIC, Aragon and All State. My favorite live band. I might have to even go to Lolla this year.

QUOTE (Knackattack @ Apr 19, 2011 -> 07:41 PM) Honestly, I think it's more likely that EJax will get resigned than Danks. As of last week they were confident that Danks would be signed.

QUOTE (Knackattack @ Apr 19, 2011 -> 07:36 PM) Quentin, Danks, Buehrle. Left handed starters and slugging outfielders = Big return by desperate teams. I don't see how they can trade Danks. That would leave no pitching for next year. Floyd and who? We would be in for serious rebuilding.

QUOTE (Jenksy Cat @ Apr 19, 2011 -> 07:09 PM) I just want to know what more (of the things that have gone wrong) could they have done? Did you 100% honestly think going into the season that the defense was going to be bad? Nope, same defense as last year with a lateral move to Morel and a more experienced Beckham. Did you 100% honestly think going into the season the bullpen would be bad? Nope, losing Jenks was probably a positive. Sale looked legit, +1 year experience for Santos, Thornton is Thornton, and Crain. I just don't get it, what are Oz and KW to do when the team plays VASTLY below their averages? No gm or manager in the world can fix that, I don't see the point in stressing out over it. Thing is I don't really see any moves they can make for trades. Who are you going to replace? And next year the lineup is going to be the same except for Pierre. Everyone else is back.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Apr 19, 2011 -> 03:47 PM) And guess where he is still on track for? The first week of May. That was by far the most optimistic view coming into this season. Most of the dramatics dealt with the All-Star break or later. he still hasnt pitched yet and i dont think he will give us much all season

QUOTE (Balta1701 @ Apr 19, 2011 -> 12:59 PM) Huh? I am just saying that I don't consider it a setback when he hasn't even made much progress towards returning.

QUOTE (RockRaines @ Apr 19, 2011 -> 12:04 PM) This season. You are declaring setbacks before they even occur. Might as well wait a little bit before we decide he's not going to pitch this season. The guy had a serious surgery in the offseason and we're b****ing that he's not pitching 3 weeks into the season. You can't have a setback when you haven't even returned yet.

QUOTE (Chicago White Sox @ Apr 19, 2011 -> 07:13 AM) The overreactions on this site are hilarious. No one here has any real news, yet everyone is suddenly a team physician with access to private information. STFU and wait a couple hours before you officially quit on Peavy and this team. I dont think people are quitting on this team. The point is that everyone has been very patient with Peavy and many expect that one he is healthy he will all of a sudden become Cy Young again. Its not happening and hes likely that he will struggle to be healthy the rest of his contract. So just forget about him and move on and make decisions as if he won't contribute. If we keep waiting around for him to be a stud, we are all going to be disappointed.

QUOTE (fathom @ Apr 18, 2011 -> 08:32 PM) Focus should be on 2012 for Peavy. Seems this year is pushing it At least this should end everyone's hope that he will be an ace or top starter for us. Its time to move on and forget he is even on this team. Waiting around for him is a wasted effort.

I think Sergio should be the closer. But if Ozzie doesn't want to do that for some reason then I would do something bold and make Peavy the closer.

QUOTE (Marty34 @ Apr 17, 2011 -> 02:38 PM) When the alternative is Buddy Bell, I hope this team starts winning to save Guillen's job. I hope this team starts winning to make me happy

QUOTE (caulfield12 @ Apr 17, 2011 -> 01:53 PM) We've got Floyd, who's more like a #4 who occasionally pitches like a 1/2 but not consistently...who knows long-term with Peavy, and Sale. If Peavy and Sale can be top 3 level starters, we could be okay to fill in the back of the rotation. But what are the odds of that, of both things happening....and those guys staying healthy together for an extended period of time? It's really time to stop expecting much of anything from Peavy, especially him being a top 3 starter. If you are relying on him long term you are going to be severely disappointed.

QUOTE (Tuna @ Apr 6, 2011 -> 08:05 AM) Where did you purchase these tickets? I can't find anything on the site for them... I believe that you can only get them as season tickets. However, they do offer individual games to season ticket holders.

QUOTE (hi8is @ Apr 5, 2011 -> 02:48 PM) Has anyone sat in these seats before? I did something silly and picked up two seats for the last Oakland game for my dad and I as a cap to our weeks trip to Chitown. We leave tomorrow and I'm jazzed! Any feedback about the United Scout seating ( if you've experienced it ) or any other tips about the Cell or Chicago in general will be appricated. Thanks to your feedback I've got a great place booked in the River North / Downtown area. Cheers Soxtalk - you guys are all helping a dream for an old man come through from his son. I have sat there a bunch of times. You get a parking pass for the lot closest to the park and right by the scout seats entrance. You eat a buffet underneath, no view of the field but there is a lot of cool sox memorabilia. The food is pretty good, very similar to the stadium club. Unlimited drinks, beer and alcohol. Then you go to your seats, which is a decent ways away. There is a popcorn machine, a barrel of peanuts and a good humor type ice cream freezer with various treats. Also a pop machine. The seats are cushioned and bigger than the regular seats. Of course its a great view. There is a waitress service there with a menu of food like they serve in the club level. bascially sandwiches and nacho type things. You can get beer and some select mixed drinks. There is also a guy who walks around and throws hot dogs and polish sausage at you. Thats pretty fun. Its a fun thing to do as a treat, but you would go broke sitting there a lot! I actually like the Jim Beam club better. Less people in there, the food is better and the bar is right next to the seats. But both are a great time.

QUOTE (Sox1422 @ Mar 31, 2011 -> 11:09 AM) Just got this email back after inquiring to Brooks: Here is a look at the beers we will be offering at our Midwest Brews locations: Minnesota - Michelob Golden Light Wisconsin - Leinenkugel (various flavors) Illinois - Goose Island's Honkers and Chicago Beer Company's Windy City Wheat Indiana - Barley Island's Bar Fly IPA Ohio - Great Lakes Brewing Company's Dortmunder Gold Michigan - Bell's Oberon (we will also have LaBatt Blue representing this area and the Canadians) I hope this makes you want to stop by even more now! They will be cold and waiting for you... Joey Nigro, General Manager Sportservice - US Cellular Field 333 W. 35TH Street Chicago, IL 60616 that is a disappointing list. I was hoping for some New Glarus but I knew it was a longshot.

how can The Who be a 3 seed? they are way better than Van Halen and U2 as a 1 seed is silly

QUOTE (SnB @ Feb 24, 2011 -> 10:03 AM) Do you need to buy tickets beforehand? I'll be over there March 10th - 15th. I assume the cubs/sox game might sell out, but what's the ticket situation for the other games? I figured we could save on ticketmaster fees if it's not needed. The cubs game will sell out. I don't recommend going to that game. Its way too crowded and you have to wait a long time to get a beer. The other games you will be fine to get tickets at the gate, usually plenty of seats and far more relaxing.

QUOTE (BigSqwert @ Jan 27, 2011 -> 09:30 AM) I've never gone to ST but would love to some day. Are there travel packages offered by the Sox or travel agencies? I go every year. The sox do have a travel package but I think you can do better on your own. I like to stay near campus.

QUOTE (Rowand44 @ Jan 31, 2011 -> 04:14 PM) Beckham being better and PK regressing are two certainties in my mind. Peavy and CQ are the definite X factors, mostly Peavy. We can live with Carlos putting up similar numbers to last season but we can't with Peavy on the dl for most of the season imo. I think the offense will be pretty good. I think Becks will be much better and Carlos will be slightly better. Rios is way too streaky and will be just ok. I think the key will be the starting pitching. We need Gavin to be far more consistent over the whole season. I don't see Peavy contibuting all that much so it will be on the other guys to step it up.

QUOTE (JPN366 @ Jan 22, 2011 -> 10:27 AM) If you don't have Morel or even Teahen, then he would've done fine. I suppose if your definition of fine is the worst defensive 3b in the league then yes