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QUOTE (Bigsoxhurt35 @ Jul 27, 2015 -> 11:46 AM) According to Dan Hayes of CSNChicago.com, the Blue Jays have been most aggressive on Jeff Samardzija. Hayes adds that the Giants are also interested. Samardzija owns a 3.91 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, and 108/26 K/BB ratio in 140 1/3 innings this season with the White Sox and he's been especially dominant lately. The 30-year-old impending free agent should yield a nice return package. It looked for a while like the Pale Hose might have to sell low on him. Related: Blue Jays Source: Dan Hayes on TwitterJul 27 - 12:41 PM But are the Sox really gonna trade him to a team that in 2 games of them in the standings? The price just went up in my opinion. Pentecost and Hoffman or go away. But I feel like the Sox will at least see how the next four days play out. Sweep or win 3/4, I doubt Shark goes unless they get a ransom.

QUOTE (Jose Abreu @ Jul 27, 2015 -> 11:17 AM) No, because they're better than Samardzija. Kazmir has been better when looking at ERA, but dig deeper, and Shark has actually been better. Plus, c'mon, who would you rather have pitching for you in a must win game? Sort of a no-brainer to me.

QUOTE (JolietThunder @ Jul 27, 2015 -> 08:27 AM) This four game sweep was the worst thing that could have happen for our long term future. I hope FO doesn't start believing in this team like I did after seeing great pitching( which is norm for us), stellar defense (not use to seeing around here) and some timely hitting ( also not use to seeing). I want this team to take CUBS approach and suck for few year and stock pile our minor league roster. Yuck. You can always just cheer for the cubs.

QUOTE (SCCWS @ Jul 27, 2015 -> 11:35 AM) Tough to project trading Danks by fans since we don't know all the details of his no-trade clause. But I think it is realiistic to assume Toronto is part of the no-trade. Dodgers may be okay. Yep. Always tough to project a trade of a bad contract guy. He's likely going nowhere..but I do like the idea. Off the top of my head, I can't think of a better option than the Dodgers with Ethier and Crawford. Not sure anyone else would take Danks for their worst contract in a 1-1 trade.

QUOTE (spiderman @ Jul 27, 2015 -> 11:26 AM) I don't think that's a horrible idea. Clearly he's ready for the majors as a hitter, but the problem will be that the White Sox view that DH position as a power spot (despite the lack of production La Roche has provided). When the offense is bad, and there's a guy who can help, why not? Does he still project as a 2B or are they considering the OF with him? OF not an option. Bad arm. He projects as a 2B, and sure, not getting everyday game reps may not help, but he can play winter ball, and being up with big club getting daily work at 2B can't hurt. But it does look like Sanchez just may be grabbing ahold of 2B - his D is just so fun to watch and that bat has been red hot. DH Micah a few days a week, let him play 2B now and then. And if hits, they'll find a spot for him, or they can always use him as trade bait. Wouldn't mind seeing Micah and Tim Anderson moved for a top 25 prospect that isn't a middle infielder...I feel like we have that covered. This team needs to improve their D going forward, and those two aren't likely to help much in that department.

QUOTE (AlSoxfan @ Jul 27, 2015 -> 11:19 AM) Oh come on he's 23..this is really his first yr. I think he gets better No one on the White Sox has value in Balta's mind. Just ask him. The guy clearly knows baseball, but his negative nancy BS gets hard to read. Avi is 23 years old, and as someone else just eloquently stated, would have tons and tons of value if he were still in AAA raking away. Sure, he has been terribly frustrating this season, but I doubt the Sox completely give up on him. I suppose I wouldn't be shocked if they traded him - but they won't if he's not a key piece of the deal. But then again, Balta thought Melky was a sunk cost a month ago when it was extremely obvious that the guy was hitting into comically bad luck and would turn a corner. And look at him now...just raking away.

I do like the bad contract swap idea. Danks has been pitching better, but I still think this team is better off with EJ in the 5 spot - so if you can get a bat for him, let's do it. At this point, I'd just be fine with giving Micah Johnson ABs at DH. He'd be a HUGE upgrade to what we're getting there now. The more I think about it, the more I like the idea. Just DL LaRoche, or keep him on the bench for a late inning PH role..he's worthless right now.

QUOTE (BrianAnderson @ Jul 27, 2015 -> 07:51 AM) Not to be a buzzkill, but if this is the Sox team I've been following all year .. they know when we get excited. They know when we have favorable pitching matchups. I am fully expecting a sweep by Boston just so we can go back to being miserable again. Prove me wrong White Sox! Touche, but this game tonight has me about as excited for a game as I've been since the last game of the Cubs series. And that was the last game I was super excited about for awhile...so they've sucked me back in for now. Sweep Boston (or even 3/4) and I'll be bouncing around.

At this point, Geo should be starting as much as he can take. If he can take all starters besides Sale, great. Maybe give Tyler one more start a week, but Geo gives the Sox a much better chance to win. Would also like to see Emilo DFA'd or traded for a bag of balls immediately and call up Micah to DH a few days a week, or maybe better yet, DL LaRoche so Micah can DH everyday. Time to try go for this thing. It is really do or die time.

QUOTE (Jose Abreu @ Jul 26, 2015 -> 09:18 PM) I'm honestly surprised that those 3 players combine for a 2.4 fWAR. I'd assume that Semien's defense alone makes him a negative WAR player. His WAR has dropped like a rock since his early start. Semien wouldn't have anywhere to play on the Sox. His D at 3B would be terrible. The Sox didn't give up anything they're going to regret in a big way.

QUOTE (Jose Abreu @ Jul 26, 2015 -> 08:51 PM) To me, the 2015 Twins = the 2012 White Sox. They'll fall off, it's just a matter of when. Except worse. I live in Minneapolis and watch the Twins quite a bit. They're not good. Early season success was all due to crazy high BA with RISP.

QUOTE (WhiteSoxLifer @ Jul 26, 2015 -> 08:03 PM) Don't see it. #MNTwins playing .531 ball & are 2nd wild card. That's on pace for 86 wins. #WhiteSox would have to go 40-26 to do that -- very tall order. https://twitter.com/CSNHayes/status/625458965921562625 This was my response @CSNHayes 40-26 would be sox going on a .600 winning percentage for rest of year. Pretty much winning every series here on out.Can't see it https://twitter.com/whisox05/status/625461892857860096 And hayes agreed with me Certainly a tall order but I'd still be surprised if the Twins finished with 85 wins. They'll miss the playoffs. 83 wins may do it. Just keep winning.

QUOTE (BigHurt3515 @ Jul 26, 2015 -> 02:22 PM) We already decided, Micah is coming up to DH per GMs of Soxtalk (including me) Fine with me.

Call up Kottaras and DH him. Way better option than LaRoche at this point.

QUOTE (Bigsoxhurt35 @ Jul 26, 2015 -> 02:13 PM) I will be ecstatic if we packaged LaRoche somehow. f***, just put him on waivers next month. He will certainly be put on waivers.

QUOTE (spiderman @ Jul 25, 2015 -> 11:37 PM) No. They need to win every game between now and July 31st just to get their management to stay put. With the shuffling of the minor league rotation, it appears they are preparing for a deal to be be made though. This team would need a 20-10 record in August after a 10-2 type run to finish this month. All not happening with this offense, and defense. C'mon. At least be realistic. If the sox were somehow able to go 30-12 in their next 42, they'd be within a few games of the Royals and most likely leading the WC race.

QUOTE (Stan Bahnsen @ Jul 24, 2015 -> 08:52 PM) Put Matt Cooper on a fast track til he fails, how about? Foolin' em pretty good at Kanny. Anyone have a scouting report on Cooper stuff? Quick google search didn't yeild much info.

QUOTE (Buehrlesque @ Jul 24, 2015 -> 09:16 AM) I don't see the Dodgers wanting Avi or Montas, that just feels like filler on the Sox end to make up some value. The Sale for Puig/Pederson, Urias and Seager deal (give or take a Barnes or Olivia here or there) is still the most intriguing (though unrealistic) one, IMO. What about Quintana? Think the Dodgers would do Quintana plus for Puig/Pederson and Seager in any way, shape or form? Q may be able to fetch one of Pederson or Seager but not both. Puig has less value so maybe Puig and Barnes but not Puig and Pederson/Seager. And of course the Dodgers would be interested in Montas. A top 100 talent with a huge arm and a chance to start with a floor as a late inning reliever. I think all teams would be interested. They have a slew of OF. Doubt Avi would be of much interest to LA.

QUOTE (oldsox @ Jul 24, 2015 -> 06:46 AM) Q is headed South IMO. Just look at his record. He is a mediocre big league starter, which is why he won't get much in a trade. Rodon still walks too many, too often behind in the count....... Educate yourself.

QUOTE (bmags @ Jul 23, 2015 -> 10:38 PM) I feel like Fulmer requires way more development time to build up arm strength than Rodon needed. Why? Dude has already pitched 130 innings in college this year. Sox are just limiting his innings.

QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Jul 23, 2015 -> 04:31 PM) Chris Cotillo ‏@ChrisCotillo 1m1 minute ago Yhonathan Barrios to Brewers in Aramis deal, per @BrewersPD. Weird deal. Brewers kicking $2.5M and getting a scrub in return.

Thought this said Alexei Ramirez when I first glanced at it.

QUOTE (flavum @ Jul 23, 2015 -> 10:46 AM) I'll be happy if they trade Samardzija, Alexei, and Quintana. The first two just to get something, and Q because they heard something they couldn't say No to. I like Q alot, but I have warmed up to the idea recently. I just don't see how the offense can drastically improve without trading Q or Sale. Signing aging veterans or finding lightning in a bottle isn't exactly a guaranteed science. Problem is, if you trade Q, you almost have to sign a #2 SP this offseason. Thankfully, that is the one area where the FA class isn't totally bleak. Sale #2 Rodon Erik Johnson Danks / Fulmer / Montas And that is counting on one of EJ, Fulmer and Montas to be in the rotation. But if you don't go out and sign a SP, then you have to expect 2 of them. But I suppose if we don't plan on competing in 2016, you may as well roll the dice there and see what you have.

QUOTE (BlackSox13 @ Jul 23, 2015 -> 10:32 AM) Samardzija and Alexei to Pitt for Elias Diaz and 2016 comp pick A. Conversely, I'd be very pissed if this is all they got for Shark and Alexei.

QUOTE (SoxPride18 @ Jul 23, 2015 -> 10:24 AM) Samardzija and Alexei to the Pirates for Meadows, Garcia, Kingham, and Luplow I'd piss my in joy pants if this happened. I'd be pumped to just get Meadows and Kingham. Garcia and Luplow would be gravy.