DirtySox

QUOTE (flavum @ Jun 3, 2013 -> 12:11 PM) They're a gamble, that's for sure. But since Laumann said he doubts there will be a pitcher left at 17 better than Chris Beck or Erik Johnson, I wouldn't mind a gamble pick on high school catcher or pitcher. Actually, as long as it isn't the Stanford guy, I'm not going to think one way or the other about this first round pick. I'm mostly hoping that someone just falls into the Sox lap that shouldn't be there. Similar to what happened with Sale and Hawkins. I'd really love Trey Ball to have an inexplicable fall personally. Peterson, Stanek, Smith, or Renfroe are also players I'm sure the Sox would jump all over if they fall for some reason.

QUOTE (Y2JImmy0 @ Jun 3, 2013 -> 11:48 AM) Keith Law has his Mock Draft 3.0 up on espn.com He has White Sox taking JUCO SS Tim Anderson. Tim AndersonPOS: SSB/T: R/RHT: 6-1WT: 180School: East Central CC Analysis: The team that spent a 2003 first-round pick on Brian Anderson is also on Chris Anderson, Louie Anderson, Laurie Anderson, and Aaron Judge. Both Tim Anderson and Judge are White Soxy picks. Athletic toolsy dudes that could have pretty high ceilings if those tools are turned into skills. One a premium speed guy, another that could have significant power. I'm still kind of on the college pitching train this year. There is pretty good depth there, and it's one area the White Sox actually seem to be adequate at developing. I like Alex Gonzalez and Stanek personally. Chris Anderson would be okay too.

QUOTE (BigHurt3515 @ Jun 2, 2013 -> 04:53 PM) Have we signed anybody in the past couple years worth noting or watching at all? http://www.southsidesox.com/minors/2013/6/...er-league-opens

QUOTE (fathom @ Jun 1, 2013 -> 06:56 PM) Send him to AAA and stretch him out for when Peavy is traded. Sounds about right.

QUOTE (Y2JImmy0 @ Jun 1, 2013 -> 12:46 PM) I have always been intrigued by Wilson. I liked him a lot coming out of HS. He's big and could be a star if he reaches his potential. It's tough to tell with Stanford hitters though because that coaching staff makes position players look for contact and hit line drives. Actually, from what I've been told Stanford largely left Wilson alone regarding his mechanics. He isn't subject to the notorious Stanford Swing. Just not sold on him. I prefer Judge to him currently.

QUOTE (ChiSoxJon @ Jun 1, 2013 -> 09:51 AM) Just heard on ESPN 1000, the ChiSox are into college pitchers and toolsy outfielders at pick #17. Jim Callis said they'd take Ryne Stanek if he falls or Alex Gonzalez from Oral Roberts who they scouted. Also have ties to Aaron Judge, Austin Wilson, and Phillip Ervin. Stanek is the most unrealistic choice, but he's probably my favorite. I'm not a fan of any of those outfielders personally. Especially Wilson. Stanek would be a great get if he falls. I also really like Gonzalez but it sounds like he isn't getting past Arizona. I wouldn't be surprised if the White Sox nab Dominic Smith if he falls, but once again he probably won't get past Philly.

QUOTE (IowaSoxFan @ May 31, 2013 -> 11:25 AM) Anderson seems like a safe pick, with a floor of a bullpen guy and a ceiling as 3-4 in the rotation. Manaea probably returns to school at this point, unless the Astros take him in the second round and use their extra slot money to sign him. Baseball America's newest mock as of yesterday afternoon still have the Sox on Anderson.

QUOTE (Eminor3rd @ May 30, 2013 -> 01:49 PM) Thing about Manaea is that he can go back to college and re-enter next year. I imagine if he falls to us he'll just try to get healthy for 2014. Yep. He has leverage. He also has Boras as an agent.

QUOTE (Jake @ May 27, 2013 -> 10:01 PM) Phegley has a lot more to prove in AAA. Look at his career statistics. He's had a lot to overcome and has been aggressively promoted, but that doesn't mean he doesn't need more seasoning. Give him at least another month before bringing him up. This. Dude doesn't have much of a track record. Let's see if he can continue to hit. He's not going to be wowing anyone defensively (not that Flowers is). Be patient. Phegley could be a nice surprise, but he's not the White Sox savior this year. They are going to give Flowers some more time in a down year, as they should.

QUOTE (NorthSideSox72 @ May 25, 2013 -> 05:40 PM) Bassitt Jaye.

Where did Hawk go? Is he off pouting?

Why the hell is Veal still pitching?

Nice throw. But ugh, Paciorek seems to magnify Hawk's awfulness. Stone provides a good counterpoint, but Wimpy just encourages more of what makes Hawk so bad.

QUOTE (fathom @ May 16, 2013 -> 12:27 PM) Anderson seems like a solid pick. Fastball up to 95mph with 3 above average pitches supposedly. He's pitched really well as the season has gone on, including a few 13 strikeout games. It's too bad he didn't get to face FSU or Florida when Jacksonville played them. I like Anderson as well. I'm also a fan of Marco Gonzales but he might be a bit of a reach at 17.

http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article....rticleid=20582#

QUOTE (Jerksticks @ May 13, 2013 -> 10:32 PM) Indeed sir! Hey weren't people saying he looked like s*** this spring, especially behind the plate? What's up with all that? He has a good arm. That's about it. He isn't a very good receiver at all. If the bat is legitimate you live with his defensive deficiencies.

Whee!

QUOTE (fathom @ May 13, 2013 -> 09:45 PM) If the Twins find some pitching, then I would tend to agree with you. Twins having maybe 2 of the 3 best hitting prospects in baseball really allow them to focus on acquiring pitching going forward. They're almost the opposite of the Sox in this way. Supposedly they are looking at pitching with the 4th pick this year. Appel and Gray will obviously be gone, but Kohl Stewart could be a real nice consolation prize. Ace upside but further away obviously. The Twins farm system has restocked nicely as you noted. Buxton and Sano are drool-worthy prospects. As far as pitchers, Kyle Gibson is legit and close to the Bigs. Alexy Meyer could be real good. Berrios looks great but is far away. Trevor May is interesting too.

lol Fun bad.

The fact that Aaron Judge hasn't been able to show much in-game power worries me. Especially considering the track record of the White Sox with position prospects. He sounds like he might be a reach at 17 too.

Evidently the pregame team meeting that Robin held didn't do much.

Holy overreaction to that catch Hawk.

QUOTE (IowanSoxFan @ May 11, 2013 -> 06:39 PM) I watched a little bit of Oklahoma RHP Jonathan Gray, maybe the top prospect in the draft, pitch today against Oklahoma State. While, he clearly didn't have his best stuff today, his fastball is plus plus. He was humming them in there in the high 90s and he made it look so easy. Big guy too. I like him more than Appel, he's a fun one to watch. Will probably be seeing him on the North Side not too far down the road.

Mr. Beck, strikeout more batters please. Thank you.

Mike Trout is pretty good. Such a sweet easy swing.