Springfield Soxfan

QUOTE (Rowand44 @ Aug 2, 2010 -> 08:30 PM) He did something similar last season as well, apparently he's not a fan of April and May either. He should be July's AL Pitcher of the Month.

It's interesting because we are Sox die hards, but if it were the Reds or any other team, would have no interest.

QUOTE (Ozzie Ball @ Aug 1, 2010 -> 09:19 PM) Most impressive debut of the 2010 guys for me so far and by a good margin. I agree, happy to see Petrika go against some more developed competition, you think he has had a better debut than Sale?

QUOTE (JoeCoolMan24 @ Aug 1, 2010 -> 07:07 PM) I don't think so. In fact, I can't even think of the last person to play in the majors the same year he was drafted. Didn't the Nationals rush that college closer, Wagner maybe to the majors and he blew out his elbow, maybe Joey Devine at the time with the Braves as well came up the same year.

QUOTE (hi8is @ Aug 1, 2010 -> 03:11 PM) I wonder if we see Sale called up after Torres goes down ( should he Torres even come up Tuesday ) Speculation based on speculation ha! Who goes down for Torres?

QUOTE (knightni @ Aug 1, 2010 -> 06:35 PM) If they both pitched on the same day, then one of them would have to go on 3 days rest for their next start on Saturday. Good point, but I was thinking only from the front end of things. I hope this does not mean Threets has to go as he has some potential at the moment and should have been up all year.

QUOTE (docsox24 @ Aug 1, 2010 -> 05:18 PM) torres will start a game on tuesday and then expect to see your new first round pick shortly after!! Why is this, wouldn't it be the normal day for Freddy and Buehrle on Tuesday anyway, and who would we designate or put on the DL?

I was convinced tonight was the night the streak ended, great work. Viciedo looks great!

QUOTE (BearSox @ Jul 30, 2010 -> 04:27 PM) How did we make room for Harrell on the roster? Is the Huddy for Jackson deal still not official and we took Huddy off of the 25? Apparently it is all pending physicals so that gives us some time before he is officially added to roster.

QUOTE (justBLAZE @ Jul 30, 2010 -> 06:27 PM) Nightendale reports Berkman exercised his no-trade rights for a possible trade to the White Sox. These guys are still bitter about 2005. That hurts, if we had Jackson and Berkman today would be partying!!

If Hudson gets traded today, who pitches tonight?

I was not a believer in bringing up Sale, but he seems to be doing great!

QUOTE (JoeCoolMan24 @ Jul 28, 2010 -> 11:52 PM) Hi my name is Jeremy Reed and I drop bombs. I kind of hope JR gets a September call up there might be some cases where we need some outfield defense.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Jul 28, 2010 -> 07:01 PM) Jeff Weaver is the biggest one. Weaver is legit, my bad on that miss.

I like the fact that Omar is pushing the Sox to go for it this year with his comments about trades!!

QUOTE (danman31 @ Jul 27, 2010 -> 09:39 PM) I threw something together on FutureSox with some info on who's left. Link In my research I found a post on Rivals college baseball message board from a guy claiming he has sources telling him Grimes is going to school. Link Great info, thanks, let's hope this is just posturing as there are still a number of picks for all clubs that remain unsigned. We were really on the Morgado watch last year at this time. Most of the time when we are waiting on these guys the Sox have made the right call, some of the names I remember Bobby Hill, John Zeringue, Jay Mattox, Tony Richie etc........However, I still want Grimes, never can have too much pitching.

QUOTE (TitoMB @ Jul 27, 2010 -> 08:44 PM) I really, really like Steve Stone. He is soooo baseball smart. He definitely called this gem by Floyd after the first. Agreed; however, bring Linebrink in to mop this up.

QUOTE (The Ginger Kid @ Jul 27, 2010 -> 08:32 PM) lol @ the kotsay bat ritual I was shocked at that, his head must really be messed up right now.

QUOTE (JoeCoolMan24 @ Jul 27, 2010 -> 07:04 PM) Gilmore is 1/2. AVG to .338. P good. Please promote him to Birmingham!!

QUOTE (docsox24 @ Jul 27, 2010 -> 01:56 PM) I went last night. It was pretty empty before the game and there was nobody in it after the game. It was basically a small concrete area with a couple of tent overhangs. There are a few tables and chairs, some TVs, and two portable stand up bars. They sell beer, wine and soft drinks, no food. It is pretty lame but I still like it to have an option to meet people. They also intend to open a restaurant there right behind the bar. It would be inside behind a class enclosed area. That sounds cool as long as it serves legit food. I was there as well last night, it was definitely a good place to wait after the game, not crowded at all and lot's of tv's. Of course, the beer prices are "inside the park" prices, but it was cool, not blown away but a good start.

Did Teahan get designated for a rehab assignment yet?

QUOTE (fathom @ Jul 26, 2010 -> 01:34 PM) I'm a huge fan of Eibner, and it stinks we didn't have a supplemental pick to take him. He would have been a great 2nd pick. Also, it seems that the Sox would have taken Grandal if he was there, as was reported the day after the draft. I can't stress how cool it was to see KW say no to Loux due to his elbow issues. It was great to hear KW make that statement on Loux, it's interesting to hear the Diamondbacks say they were positioning for next year and would rather have next year's seventh pick now than sign Loux, they just made a mistake. Did you get the take that Lauman was really pushing for Loux?

QUOTE (fathom @ Jul 25, 2010 -> 03:03 PM) Ha, if Detroit gets Dunn, Sox fans will be in meltdown mode. In reality, the Tigers are in a great position to try and work out an extension with him if they trade for him. Personally, I feel the Tigers should be trying to beef up their pitching. totally agreed, Sox fans will melt down if that happens. KW will make a bold move this week but this development might have driven up the price.

QUOTE (Balta1701 @ Jul 25, 2010 -> 01:34 PM) Unless KW decides to go into selling mode while in first place, there's really no way that it's a public relations issue. Trying to improve the team...even if it doesn't work well...is good press. I agree but Ozzie seems so adamant, reminds me of the Thome situation at Sox fest, are these two not getting along etc........just don't want it to turn into a death spiral.

Does anyone think we are headed for a public relations distraction if KW pulls off a trade, maybe the Score is just trying to make a story but all morning on Hit and Run today they keep playing the clip that Ozzie does not want to make any trades and wants to go with the current roster. I believe play for today and try to win this year, but don't do anything crazy.