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Personally, I like strikeouts. With a base runner at first, Tyler striking out means he didn't hit into a DP.

QUOTE (Stan Bahnsen @ Mar 19, 2014 -> 12:24 PM) A full 8 months younger than Kolek even, a true pup. Yes he is. I'm pretty high on Kolek but after watching more video of Aiken, I'd say he's right there with Kolek or pretty close. As far as stuff goes, Aiken reminds me a bit of Gio. Draft day is going to be an exciting day for Sox fans

QUOTE (southside hitman @ Mar 19, 2014 -> 11:17 AM) Well Keith Law has a new draft crush... "Between this spring and last summer I've seen all of the top prospects for this year's draft, including Carlos Rodon, Tyler Beede, Jeff Hoffman, Alex Jackson, Tyler Kolek, and Jacob Gatewood, and I'd take Aiken over all of them. " He says that he showed four pitches, two of them plus, and projects he will have three grade 60 or better pitches when it's all said and done. 6'4'' lefty, solid build and clean delivery, could be in the mix? I'd still be shocked if the Sox go HS pitcher, but who knows. Thanks for posting this. Just watched video of him, thats a hell of a curve ball he's got. I can see why Law said what he did.

QUOTE (Stan Bahnsen @ Mar 17, 2014 -> 08:11 AM) Is Kolek reputed to be a tough sign? Inquiring minds wanna know. Haven't read anything that indicates one way or another but from what I have read this kid loves baseball. Last I read he's the top HS pitcher so its hard to imagine this kid would turn down millions and a chance to start his professional baseball career to go play college ball. I'm with you Stan, would love to sign Kolek if Rodon and Beebe are unavailable. I havent written off Hoffman but unless he turns it around he would be my fourth choice (maybe not even that) behind Kolek, Beebe and Rodon. I keep looking at video on Kolek and the kid is very impressive. People can knock his slider and curve all they want but those pitches are still impressive for an 18 yo. At that age its hard to imagine those pitches won't improve as he matures over the next few years.

Sounds like they are scratching the workouts to work on the field. Hard to get the field ready when payers are doing workouts on it.

I wouldn't have a problem trading Ramirez to the tigers, don't know what to realistically expect in return tho. I doubt the tigers would be interested in Ramirez since he's signed through 2015 and they are high on Iglesias who's still young.

Better options might be ab's with the Bandits or the Boomers.

QUOTE (CaliSoxFanViaSWside @ Mar 11, 2014 -> 11:20 PM) Not to lose to the Indians. Does it really matter if more Indians fans vote in a completely meaningless and pointless contest that's designed to get hits for a website as well as a pathetic attempt to grow the fan base for a talk show? This is one vote I'd be more than happy to lose seeing as how it means absolutely nothing. The less Sox fans chime in, the smarter the overall fan base.

OK, I'm going to ask the obvious question of; wtf is the point?

QUOTE (Jose Abreu @ Mar 10, 2014 -> 11:02 PM) OT: Am I the only one who still wants us to do whatever it takes outside of Sale/Abreu/Garcia to land Giancarlo Stanton? I think so. Thing is IF the Marlins made Stanton available there are other teams with plenty more to offer than the Sox have. I'd love to see what kind of numbers Stanton would put up at the Cell but its just not realistic.

QUOTE (Stan Bahnsen @ Mar 10, 2014 -> 01:03 PM) ^ Let's throw Sean Casey into the mix while were at it.

This is good news. Glad to hear Q is still on track after that come backer.

Thanks Merkin, we knew this months ago,lol. Must be a slow day for Sox news.

I'm going to guess 79-83. I love the talented youth the Sox have but there's most likely going to some growing pains so I think they'll fall just shy of 500. Would be 69-93 had the Sox signed Ervin Santana.

This makes no sense unless cinci has a young starter they want to bring up. Cinci's outfield seems set so I doubt they would want ADA or Viciedo. Just makes no sense, but it is Levine spewing this s*** so go figure.

QUOTE (witesoxfan @ Feb 27, 2014 -> 03:31 PM) Nah, I like Dunn, but I don't think he's happy with the Sox right now. That's mere opinion, I don't have quotes or sources or anything like that, just piecing things together. Wasn't there something written somewhere a few months ago about he kind of illuded to wanting to get out of Chicago or something along those lines? I can't for the life of me remember but I thought it was back in December. I agree about Dunn though, I think he would benefit from a change of scenery. For whatever reason it just hasn't worked out for Dunn or the Sox.

QUOTE (KG#1 @ Feb 27, 2014 -> 07:38 AM) Not sure if this was posted elsewhere, but thought it was funny... The paper really should say " John Danks brother, the morning after a hard night of drinking". Man does Jordan look hung over!

QUOTE (witesoxfan @ Feb 27, 2014 -> 01:29 PM) Also, I totally thought this said Adam Dunn is headed to the Orioles when I first glanced at it. Thought or wished? I see no problem with this although I'm sure there's a few that will. If it were closer to opening day then yes, by all means complain but this early in ST its no biggie.

According to this... "I think there's really an opportunity for him if we want to bat him second, he has that kind of approach at the plate, he does have some speed that we can utilize there," Ventura said. "When you look at it, you like what you see when you see him in there. It might happen." It sounds more like something they are willing to try this based on rationale, yet not set in stone. I'd rather see Avi in the three hole but if they experiment with him in the two hole and he does well I certainly won't complain.

What about the shorts? If you're going retro you've got to have the shorts.

QUOTE (IowaSoxFan @ Feb 25, 2014 -> 09:13 AM) Kolek's biggest issue is that he is not very projectable, his frame is very mature, though it doesn't all look like good weight. On the other side, he already has elite velo, and a pretty good arsenal. I could see him sneaking in as the #1 pick if he will give the Astros a hometown discount. As a local kid, it would help a lot with their marketing efforts and he has a chance to be a top of the rotation arm in the not to distant future. I dont know, I've seen pics and it doesn't look like the kid is holding all that much extra weight. He's not ripped by any means, he just a big county bred kid. I think for now Rodon goes #1 with his fastball, wicked slider and being a lefty it will be difficult to knock off his perch. #2 could be up in the air depending on how Kolek improves his command otherwise #2 most likely will be Hoffman. I Can see a possibility of Brandon Finnegan jumping into the top five to make the third pick even more interesting for the Sox. Truth is there's a long way to go before draft day arrives but I do feel confident in Rick Hahn and co. to do their homework in order to take advantage of the high picks they have when draft day finally arrives. Unless something changes, with all the pitching talent available I would almost guarantee we draft a pitcher with the first pick.

QUOTE (maggsmaggs @ Feb 24, 2014 -> 02:25 PM) If you look at him in any of the scouting videos, he is not a fat guy. Most of the weight is in the legs, no real signs of a gut. I mean, the kid is from nowheresville (Shepherd), Texas and probably has been living on fat, greasy southern cooking his entire life. If he gets on a professional exercise regimen and diet, that will take care of all problems. That is why the draft interview process is so crucial in determining someone's wok ethic, drive, etc. to make sure he will put in the work to be physically fit. I've read up a bit on Kolek and from what I gathered he was raised on a farm so he has work ethic. Also his size and selection of pitches has been compared to the likes of a young Kerry Wood. If the Sox were to draft him we can be greatful Dusty Baker isn't the manager. If Rodon and Hoffman go 1/2 I'm hoping the Sox draft Kolek. That's as of now, that can change depending on how all these kids do between now and draft day.

I've got to go with Buehrle and AJ a close second. Before he retired my favorite X white Sox players were Maggs and Big Frank.

QUOTE (Quinarvy @ Feb 24, 2014 -> 10:36 PM) Does this debate have to enter EVERY SINGLE THREAD?! Seriously, right! Santana has nothing to do with Paulino and Rienzo dueling for a starting rotation spot. Because people keep bringing up Santana throughout multiple threads tells me they are simply looking for attention and know that mentioning Sanatana's name will get them the attention they seek. With the new acquisitions this off season you would think a few posters would be willing to talk more about those players instead of a player who isn't even on the team. Whine,whine, whine, Boohoo.

Start Abeu at 1B with Dunn at dh against Nolasco, paulie has plenty of time for saying goodbye throughout the season.