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QUOTE (kev211 @ Aug 24, 2009 -> 03:14 AM) Frank Thomas That would possibly be one of the happiest days in Sox history. If Frank didn't mind coming off the bench once in awhile, it'd be a nice bat to have in a pinch. And he could retire here.

all they need is ONE freaking winning steak. It'd be nice if this was that time, because I wouldn't mind dishing it out to the Yankees and Red Sox and Cubs and Twins and Tigers. Seriously, ONE winning streak is keeping us out.

"Gordon Beckham's a special player, just like Derek Jeter was"

Can't I just vote Ozzie instead? But I'll go with Valentin, based off the 'stash.

Hopefully Peavy can get back in 5 games, so we don't need to do a fifth starter again. As much as a I love Jose, it's time he was demoted.

Trading Picks is a must have. Slotting system like NBA would be very, very nice. Retaining draft rights after deadline would help a lot (Aaron Crow, you want to get to the MLB? Join the Nats and not what ever team drafted you this year (Royals?)) If foreign players want to join the MLB, they must be drafted. No taking away teams picks. You can add picks for players that turn down arbitration, but thats it. Have the draft in the off season.

Slayer would easily be the #1 pick if the 08 Draft was redone. Thats why if it comes down to two shortstops named Beckham, pick the one that's stellar in college over a high school one. I'll take the more polished guy every time.

True, the Sox seem to play to the level of their competition. Which is very frustrating.

Kenny can't get higher than a B+ Because it stands for Big Balls.

Why did my brother and I go last night and not tonight damnit...

Forgot about Wasserman, I saw him lose a game in Charlotte (Aardsma blew the save). My dad said he'd never see the majors. 3 days later...

QUOTE (SoxAce @ Aug 22, 2009 -> 06:00 PM) WAS IT OVER WHEN THE GERMANS BOMBED PEARL HARBOR?! NO! But no, not done. Peavy coming in is more than having a good pitcher on staff, it'll give a morale boost.

QUOTE (SouthsideDon48 @ Aug 22, 2009 -> 04:54 PM) I thought this would be a fun thread to speculate on who we think might be called up when rosters expand in September. Here's my predictions: 1. Peavy (will just be called up) 2. Getz (activated off DL) 3. Wise (activated off DL) 4. Nunez 5. Armstrong Who's your predictions? Peavy's on the DL, so he can be on a playoff roster. My guesses are... 1. Peavy (off DL) 2. Getz (off DL) 3. Viciedo 4. Fields 5. Flowers 6. Egbert 7. Torres 8. Whisler 9. Marquez 10. Nunez

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Garland would be a good 5th starter if Coop could get him back to form. If not, eh, I won't cry over him. Though he'd need a new number.

Bummer about no rubbing it in Cubs faces, but oh well. Maybe he can beat the Twins... Career vs. Twinkies: 0-0, 2 GS, 2.84 ERA, 12.2 IP, 11 H, 13 K's, 4 BB, 0 HR, 4 ER.

Over achievers on a national scale, as we we're guessed to win MAYBE 70 games and be out by mid-July. Under achievers to Sox-dom because we know they can be alot better. Perhaps Kenny's feathers being ruffled is the spark they need.

Buehrle's good enough to be counted as a good defender, even though he's a pitcher.

Make upper deck tickets $9 forever And bleacher seats $27 As demonstrated by the Buehrle series, they could sell out some games with that.

During baseball, one of my teammates didn't wear a cup and got a line drive to the balls. Fortunately, the guy is an ass (he blamed the hitter...) so we weren't sad to see him go.

Sad that Buehrle had a rough patch where he essentially pitched himself out of the running. Unless he wins every start from here on out and his ERA takes a big plummet, I can't see it happening.

Nah, they can't draft him next year without his consent.

Well, logic would also say that DeWayne wise blew it in the 13 inning game against the Dodgers (I was there...I wanted to harm both him and Fields), so maybe he gets hits in late games relative to his average?

Peavy must come soon So that the team gets amped And won't blow games

Alex Rios - Good all around Mark Buehrle - Does what pitchers need to do and more, probably should have a gold glove. Mark Kotsay - Ability to play first effectively as well as the outfield puts Kotsay up here. Alexei Ramirez (when thinking) - Could be great defender if he used his brain. Paul Konerko - I always trust Konerko's glove. AJ Pierzynski - Best baseball IQ out there. Manages the staff (other than Jose) well, and I count that as defense. DeWayne Wise - Dude can cover ground. See: Catch, The. Chris Getz - Good range and can make the plays needed. Jayson Nix - Like Getz, but not as good a fielder (to me) Ramon Castro - Has a good arm and manages Jose well. Carlos Quentin - When healthy, Quentin is a good enough OF. The injuries cut into his range though. Gordon Beckham - Has done a great job adjusting to a new position. I could see him being Crede Lite soon. Jermaine Dye - Age has caught up with him, but he can still get good reads on the ball. Scott Podsednik - He can get places...that's about it. Alexei Ramirez (when not thinking) - Oh god why doesn't he focus. Dishonorable Mentions: Josh Fields - I though Buehrle's game would be ruined on the 27th out because Fields can't do his name sake. Wilson Betemit - Aahaahahahahahahhahahahahahaha