Flash Tizzle

QUOTE(DBAH0 @ Jan 24, 2005 -> 09:10 AM) I know, I wasn't having a go at you personally. I'm just saying people had double standards when it came to that term, only a month ago people wanted KW fired, and now he's done a great job, and made the moves that he's had to make. And yes we've broken it first here, well a White Sox related site anyways, there's no mention on WSI. There's no irony our double standards with our (Williams bashers) noted complaints. Last offseason completely altered our confidence in this organization. When Walker was signed, insulting Williams was merely a joke. However, following Jaret Wright's departure from Free Agency "flying under the radar" became a target for criticism. I've apologized before and acknowledged offseason needs were fulfilled. Personally, it's irritating when someone says "And some people STILL will have something to complain about..," but I understand how many were irritated with criticism before Williams' spree of signings/trades. EDIT: Behold the glory of Soxtalk.

QUOTE(beck72 @ Jan 21, 2005 -> 06:12 AM) Could a contingency deal be in the works between the Sox and Fish, if the fish don't land Delgado, to get them a LH bat? Maybe a deal along the lines of Carl Everett, Neal Cotts and Harris for Castillo and a prospect. the Sox would still have Bochard as the LH power, and Cotts would be the sweetener as Castillo is locked up for a few yrs, and Everett is gone after 2005 I wouldn't object trading Everett/Cotts/Harris for Castillo/Prospect if the prospect was mid-level, and Big Hurt's health wasn't in question. As it stands, a lineup without Everett (and Frank) is substantially weakened. Does Castillo replacing Harris compensate for Everett's loss? I know you can't possibly have faith in Borchard substituting as our teams LH power bat. In addition, I'd hesitate trading Cotts; whom may be transitiong to rotation spot in 06' (definitely 07). Without Contreras/El Duque/Buehrle(?) in 2007, it'd be ideal to fill out 4th/5th starter's position with McCarthy/Cotts. I know it's far ahead, but in today's inflated market two starters who may combine for less than 1.5 million is worth noting.

QUOTE(santo=dorf @ Jan 20, 2005 -> 08:33 PM) :rolly :rolly :rolly Seriously f*** YOU Torii!!!! :fyou :fyou :fyou Portraying White Sox fans as violent criminals? Never heard this angle. I recall a friend of mine, who was one of the fans razzing Hunter, said absolutely no one threatened his life. Several other people in the group colloborated this. You'd think an allegation as severe as threatening someones life would warrant an arrest, or at the least removal from USCF. Neither occured.

QUOTE(YASNY @ Jan 19, 2005 -> 10:41 AM) Off course, you are going under the assumption that Marte will revert to his '03 form. It could be a case of the AL hitters getting familiar with Marte and '04 could be the beginning of a slide from very good to uninspiring mediocrity. And Shingo? Or Hermanson, Vizcaino; how will the transfer of leagues effect their statistics? IMO, the priority to upgrade 2B is not a necessity at this point. When mid-year approaches, and the usual bottom feeders are auctioning players, surely a solid 2B/RH utility player can be acquired. Will a pitcher of Marte's stature be available?

I won't believe this signing until Bruce Levine reports it. Any day now...

QUOTE(Texsox @ Jan 18, 2005 -> 09:13 AM) :headshake That is almost as offensive as the weatherman's slip. I join YAS in offering a :fyou Well, send me to hell for inadvertingly offending several members. I meant the comment in jest, but if you feel necessary its to cry about it; fine.

QUOTE(IlliniKrush @ Jan 18, 2005 -> 12:41 AM) In other news, cubs fans won't have any clue who the guys on the field in front of them are. Cubs management must have been tired of fans sporting "WOODS" and "MADDOX" jerseys. Who is willing to bet this PR move is to offset Wrigley Field's newest corporate billboards behind homeplate.

QUOTE(TheBlackSox8 @ Jan 18, 2005 -> 12:32 AM) How does that slip out...it doesn't even flow with the sentence. WTF. Can you say....dumbass!!! Worst possible situation for a Freudian slip to surface. I'm not certain how weatherman broadcast the news, but I have to believe they read forecasts off a teleprompter. Which only dampers his credibility. Guarantee this won't stop him from finding another position somewhere in the South.

One important note is Ichui's "one condition" of a guaranteed position. Although Red Sox may have a higher offer, Belhorn is their starting 2B. Iguchi would start w/ White Sox. EDIT: Majority of this article may not concern Tadahito Iguchi. Although I assumed "Inokuchi" was Iguchi, 35 yrs old is listed as the age of the player in the article. Iguchi is 30. Maybe the translation is wrong.

QUOTE(Cali @ Jan 15, 2005 -> 11:38 PM) Hmm there was a "Sox Sign Iguchi" thread on the page that dissapeared quite fast. I assume it was because of faulty info. Mods working overtime tonight. Besides the article; which had no mention of Iguichi, I realized something was amiss when I clicked on a link which said I was "13th person to be slapped around with a large trout." Soxnet chat humor, right there.

Petition the article references is currently exceeding 27,000 signees. http://www.petitiononline.com/StopAsh/petition-sign.html It's your civic duty to sign this.

QUOTE(Spiff @ Jan 15, 2005 -> 11:26 AM) I wonder if Stan is any relation to Victor. I was wondering the same thing this morning. Found this browsing Google: http://www.baseballprospectus.com/chat/chat.php?chatId=76

How exactly does Pierzynski knee personal trainer Stan Conte without additional fans, media personnel noticing? Does the article not sound as if the incident occured during the game? "Conte rushed to the scene," yet only a select few witnessed it. Regardless of its authenticity, AJ is beginning a new slate. Hopefully his teammates feel similarily.

Joe Borchard joined Dickerson and Levine. Sounds like a genuinely nice fellow. Which is going to hurt even more when he begins 2005 in Charlotte.

Reinsdorf approves a baseball team assembled around speed/defense. Manuel believed assembling a power club was essential in the American League. Hangar18 questioned Reinsdorf on the 'fan perception' offseason moves were infact approved as cost-cutting measures. JR cited Minnesota's payroll in their division victory.

Reinsdorf insists Torii Hunter/Jamie Burke was dirty. Claims Ozzie Guillen was right and wrong in his approach following the incident. Insists management's worst offseason move was allowing LaRussa to leave. Best was signing Carlton Fisk.

Stupid kid. Asking Reinsdorf how he feels to own a professional baseball team. Where's Hangar18 to grill Reinsdorf on his supposed cheapness?

QUOTE(quickman @ Jan 14, 2005 -> 08:06 PM) jr on now Levine and Dickerson are quivering in the presense of Reinsdorf. Levine has let out several nervous chuckles this segment. Dickerson likely fears for his job. Unbelievable. Reinsdorf is fielding live questions from the crowd. Usually Reinsdorf hides in his dungeon during fan events.

Did Goose Gossage just say 's***' on air?

QUOTE(Winnin Ugly @ Jan 14, 2005 -> 04:47 PM) 15 mins to go before soxfest opens up. Do you think they will announce iguchi tonight Williams should hold off announcing Iguchi (if true) until next week. Significance of next week? Cub's convention. In addition to the Hendry bashing which will ensue, there will be coverage of Iguchi's signing w/ White Sox. New York Mets/Yankees battle to steal headlines; why not kick Cubs while they're down?.

QUOTE(Texsox @ Jan 14, 2005 -> 11:27 AM) One thought: Would any white person in America want to change places with a Hispanic, Black, Asian, or Middle Easterner? Who has the better career chances? Who can walk through a shopping mall without the clerks getting suspicious? Who can move through a scanner at the airport easier? Who can walk into a Lexus Dealer easier? Who can run for office easier? Who can drive down a street without causing attention? All in all, we are still a white dominated society. If not a White dominated society, which I suppose is correct, then what's the other option? What constitutes an equal society? What could possibly occur which would change a Lexus Dealer's prejudice, or a neighborhoods misconception of a certain race? Several of the options you listed are impossible to improve. However, if a middle-eastern individual feels he's been unfairly discriminated, there's laws enacted which forbid racial profiling. If a political candidate believes his progress is being held down, then he can seek justice. I agree various approaches to creating an equal society are wrong, but seriously, what approach would be beneficial to everyone?

This is unbearable to listen to. Seriously; I'm embarrassed for Levine, myself, and the entire Soxtalk community. Why does he continue this chirade? There is no f***ing source, Levine. In addition, there was no phone call. Bastard probably doesn't even have a cell phone. His breaking news reports are forwarded from a phone disconnected from a wall.

Bruce Levine's phone is ringing. STAY TUNED FOR THE SIGNING OF ALEX CORA!

s***, listen to this goof. Bruce Levine's 'crack production' staff informs him Alex Cora has been non-tendered by the Dodgers, yet fail to mention his signing with Cleveland.

Ozzie doubts Thomas will be available opening day. Big Frank is still in Las Vegas. Typical interview; not much substance. I wouldn't expect any Williams-esque clues relating to future roster moves. EDIT: Interview over.