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QUOTE (Tony82087 @ Jun 1, 2008 -> 03:42 PM) Correct. With a very limited minor league system(that is being generous) and a shallow 25 man roster, there isn't much to be done. You're going to see a few guys shifted around in the order. Big deal. It wouldn't serve much of a difference, but I'd love to see this order: Cabrera Ramirez Quentin Dye Pierzynski Crede Thome Konerko Swisher Konerko may have his sore thumb (and according to reports he has been hitting better), but until he starts producing more he can sit with the rest of the non contributors at the bottom of the order.

Direct quote from Guillen broadcasted on WSCR: "If we think we're going to win with this offense we're full of s***." HAHAHAHAHAH. I love it. I don't care if he's throwing his offense under the bus, it's true. Too bad there's nothing much Williams can do. At the least, he has assured tomorrow's offday will be interesting.

I notice a good amount players on both squads born in the 1990's. Several in 1991. Good for us, these last few years it seems the youngest players we've had in the summer leagues have been 19/20. And while I don't believe their young age automatically suggests more talent (especially with our scouting issues recently), it's better than the alternative of monitoring 21/22 year olds with a limited chance of quickly advancing through the system.

QUOTE (joesaiditstrue @ Jun 1, 2008 -> 02:39 PM) haha. stay classy~ Swish = roids OMGZ

I hope no one pulls this "tip your cap to Tampa Bay pitching", atleast this afternoon. With all the opportunities we had to score runners, and all the failed opportunities, I'm not complimenting the Rays. This is just becoming embarrassing.

QUOTE (Dick Allen @ Jun 1, 2008 -> 02:16 PM) You want to see him swing the bat, have the pitcher throw a 57 footer. Pure Swisher right there. Swings at the pitches he has no chances of driving and watching the pitch right down the middle for strike three. He is quickly becoming my most hated player. Game over.

QUOTE (SleepyWhiteSox @ May 31, 2008 -> 01:04 PM) http://www.depaulbluedemons.com/ViewArticl...;ATCLID=1476151 I love Michael Mann's movies. If I had to recommend several for anyone unfamiliar with him it'd be: Thief, Manhunter and Heat. All three showcase his trademark cinematography and amazing use of music. I remember reading a biography of his online a few years ago where someone said his movies can have an almost dream-like quality, and I'd say that's an adequate description. Two, Theif and Heat, have what I've always loved about his work -- great dialogue. It just comes off very natural watching it. Hell, even a film he refuses to acknowledge (The Keep) is great to me because of its cinematography and use of Tangerine Dream's atmospheric music. I'm really interested in how he'll approach this movie about Dillenger.

If I were AJ I'd swing for the fences. I'm not exactly confident in Anderson or Swisher coming through here if AJ records an out or walks.

QUOTE (Dick Allen @ May 31, 2008 -> 06:43 PM) I wonder how much OC figures he made on his next contract with the 2 meaningless steals. He did a great job distracting our best run producer in a crucial point in the game.

Did Ramirez just gain 30 pounds of fat and shrink 4 inches?

Ok, did anyone think that last curveball by Howell had weird, unnatural movement? Maybe it's just my reaction whenever Quentin strikes out, haha. It just looked devastating compare to earlier curveballs thrown.

Are we talking about Bureau here, as well? I don't know much more about it so I won't continue to act as if I do. Concerning the actual story on Soxtalk, even if it were unconfirmed and uncorroborated, what's the issue? We're not a legitimate news media and shouldn't have to be held to the same standards. This is baseball, afterall. People have created threads before of imminent signings and rumors claiming some sort of knowledge most aren't exposed to. We're not revealing the identiy of CIA agents, here. And neither should anyone care about our reputation if, say, everything Bureau posted and claimed to have inside connecitons proved to be wrong. This is a problem with WSI -- they seem to believe they're more than a fan-run website. I know I'll probably experience the wrath of moderators and administrators, but I just can't feel for Bureau because he provided the information himself. Tell the WORST that could happen to Soxtalk? We exposed inside information about the restructuring of the minor league system. hahaha, that's nothing important. It'd be different in Bureau came in here claiming Williams is having an affair with some random girl.

Haha, we think a little bit too highly of ourselves. "We're" not ruining careers. Bureau is, if at all. Let the man post what he wants. He's an adult. I had to browse Cheat's website to find out all the information. And I heard we tried to strong arm him, as well.

What I'm REALLY hoping for is either an overdraft somewhere in seven slots before us or Hosmer's demands not to scare anyone. It seems every year, even in the days leading up to the draft, there are a few surprises. It's so typical of the White Sox that we're at a quality position, but seemingly everything that is appealing (to me atleast) ends at 7. Beckham isn't a terrible player, but nothing about him would scream franchise player to me. This is ultimately my focus at our position. I won't even consider Wallace because it angers me to think about it. Just one surprise into the mix and one of Skipworth, Crow or Smoak will be available. That's all I'm asking for. One surprise before us.

You're terrible at this, Milk.

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QUOTE (juddling @ May 29, 2008 -> 02:43 PM) you're damned if you do and damned if you don't Steve. I'd rather live down the fact that i was forced defend myself by hitting a woman than to live down the fact that i let a girl beat me up. Again....i would only do it in self-defense of myself or my family. I've actually been beaten up by a girl. Seriously, too. Long time ago at a party I asked some random girl I never met if she was alright, because she was crying, and she went crazy punching and kicking me while I was doing my best to block and defend her attack. Had a decent bruise above my left eye, too. Sure, I was ribbed for the ass-kicking I took; but people genuinely understood my position. It's not something I've had to live down. It actually was funny how girls I wouldn't ordinarily talk to were coming up to me and jokingly suggesting they were going to kick my ass. Only two circumstances I'd fight back -- if a life or my junk is at stake.

Afternoon fun in the chat. For the next inning, atleast. http://www.soxtalk.com/forums/index.php?autocom=chat

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QUOTE (rafacosta @ May 27, 2008 -> 07:39 PM) I believe PK and Swisher hitting nothing is a much bigger issue... Especially Konerko's inability to play baseball, particularly the hitting/fielding/throwing portion.

Need anymore proof Konerko needs to go on the DL?

Konerko has officially become useless to this ballclub. Time for the DL, Paul.

QUOTE (Texsox @ May 27, 2008 -> 07:10 AM) Be proud guys! If that's what y'all think is good public entertainment. Sorry for insulting your entertainment choices. I can't wait for y'all to give those to your kids for Christmas. Ha Ha Ha. Hey Mom, isn't that one of those dolls that perverts f*** when they can't get dates? Yes son, and Sox fans embrace those as funny and make fun of people who disagree. We'll stop at the store and buy you one for the next game. You're really jumping all over the place trying to justify this belief of yours that sex-dolls are morally corrupting our youth. It's only entertaining in the context of baseball, and how people such as yourself find it offensive. I'd think you'd be able to distinguish this type of entertainment from a Christmas gift for us city folk. Y'ALL know what I'm talking about?

QUOTE (southsideirish71 @ May 27, 2008 -> 05:55 PM) If we dont score by the time Q leaves the batters box we are f***ed. http://www.soxtalk.com/forums/index.php?autocom=chat

Shameless bump.