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Montgomery might be better suited as a first baseman because of his size. His defense seems to be the major concern about bringing him up as a starting SS. He could be a major upgrade over Vaughn because of his height stretching for throws at first, left hand bat, and speed on the bases.

Really short-sighted, foolish and crazy pre maga carp.

Teams that are eliminated from play-off hopes early on undoubtedly sustain a hit in ticket sales and viewership. Not sure where the 41% comes from though. This seems like a rather subjective number. i.e, if you watched for two innings does that make you a viewer of that game for statistical purposes ?

Eloy is one of a few hitters that gives the Sox a chance to get an RBI or get an extra base hit late in games. His batting average and other stats compared to the rest of the line-up bear that out. His positive demeanor is an asset to clubhouse chemistry and fan support and his friendship with Robert decrease the likelihood he will be traded. Player trades are not made to satisfy personal preferences of certain fans who have their own little agendas. So sorry.

Sometimes it's hard for some to see beyond stereotypes that exist in their own minds.

I'm old school and look at batting average first and home runs second with 1B / DH players, Extrapolated season average hitting for Vaughn and Eloy from baseball reference: Vaughn over three years and 1493 ABs hitting average is .256 with 21 HRs Eloy over five years and 1642 ABs hitting average is .275 with 33 HRs Yes, Eloy has been on the injured list but a lot of that has been overblown, including surgery to get his appendix removed and a freak injury reaching to save a HR in ST. Also he is now a DH so the injury argument is largely inapplicable. Athleticism: Eloy is a tall player with some speed. Vaughn looks like he is boxing out with age and is already one of the slowest players in MLB. Intangibles: Eloy is a character that some like or don't like for whatever their reasons might be, but he adds to the team and is a cheerleader for other players in the dugout. Vaughn is more reserved which is fine. Neither player is a problem in the clubhouse. Eloy appears to have better plate coverage. Vaughn still has issues hitting outside pitches and is repeatedly victimized by outside sliders with 2 strikes. I would keep both players for one more year. There is much to do to improve this team that does not involve Eloy or Vaughn.

The Sox will probably keep most position players and continue the plug and play game with RF, 2B and catcher. When you are in a hole stop digging because things can get worse. That said, the focus should squarely be on rebuilding the pitching staff from top to bottom. That is going to be the biggest challenge for new management and Katz, if they decide to keep him. Adding 3-4 starters , 3-4 key bullpen pieces and a Closer in one off-season would be a tall task for anyone. It takes a while to bring an aircraft carrier about. Patience by fans will be tested again but Sox fans are resilient. Keep wearing your Sox gear and showing support for our Sox. We shall return.

ISFA (located at GRF) will almost certainly make a deal with the Sox for a new lease at 35th and Shields before the current lease expires, especially if the Sox want to rehab or rebuild there. Meanwhile there is nothing structurally wrong with GRF ...a facility than can last for decades if properly maintained. Infrastructure (streets , sewers gas/ electric), parking facilities, access to public transportation, expressway access...it is already there. The ONLY option that might attract the Sox and the City of Chicago is Soldier Field...a very remote possibility and that only....IF the Bears move out and a deal can be worked out, including TIF financing and a share of gaming, hotel taxes, and other revenues. Frankly, I don't see the Sox moving anywhere for decades and any thoughts about that will be put to bed when they get a new lease in place.

Ridiculous. Do you watch the games or just hate on certain players?

There are plenty or buildings and land around GRF that can be acquired. IMO, Sox will likely stay there regardless of ownership whether they rebuild or not. The only potentially viable option for a new stadium location might be Soldier Field if the Bears move and a deal can be worked out with the City who would then be looking for a new tenant.

20HR Increases Vaughn's trade value. Sox need to get more athletic players instead of station to station hitters with no speed. The team needs a 100% overhaul and that might include Robert if he can bring enough in trade value.

Red Hot Ranch ? Where is that?

Katz was awful as was Grifol. Getz should hire his own Manager and coaching staff. That would send a message to JR, the FO, the players and the fans that he is in control of the baseball side of the organization, which is what his expanded role as Exec VP/GM calls for. Grifol is better suited as a stat analyst who stays up at night watching the prior night's game. He lacks the moxie necessary for a field manager.

Quit whining you beyatches. The hire has been made so give this guy a chance.

Especially those who watch Fox "everyone is moving to Nashville" News. The grass is not always greener on the other side.

United Center is too far for most of us in the Sox fan base. I seldom go to Hawks games because of the distance from the South suburbs. The acquisition of land around the UC is to buffer the roughest neighborhoods of the City on the West side and protect the investment in the UC. Bridgeport is nothing like the West side and has seen a good deal of gentrification over the past 20 years or so. Two things that Sox ownership should do at this point to address rumors, concerns, etc. 1. Clarify that the Sox will have continuity of ownership like the Bears have had with the Halas/McCaskey families. Perhaps start to delegate more ownership level decisions to Michael Reinsdorf and/or bring in some other investors that will be committed to keeping the Sox in Chicago. 2. Make it clear that the Sox will not leave the Southside of Chicago or SW suburban areas where the majority of our fan base is located. 3. (optional) Put some away games on WGN Channel 9 or 32. Give away a few dollars to grow the fan base.

If Sox choose to stay and cut a deal with IL Sports for a new Lease, they have to cut a deal with the CHA to finally relocate Wentworth Gardens. That may be where the stray bullet came from.

That's awful.

If I had 2 Billion, I would never purchase an MLB team. Twitter would be a better investment. Maybe if a salary cap and other changes were agreed upon, and teams were able to gain a larger share of revenue streams beyond attendance. There are way too many variables with player contracts, injuries, and a few teams perenially outspending others.

MJ's worth reportedly up drastically after Hornets sale.

I would think Getz may be interim GM, but that JR will take his time to interview successors.

Wow.

Fvk Nashville, the Grand Ole Opry, country music and red states. Sorry to wax political but I am sick of hearing this Fox-fed garbage about everyone wanting to leave Illinois. I have friends that moved to Florida and Az and since have moved back to be with family and friends and people and things that they were accustomed to (like our 4 seasons and Lake Michigan water, our sports teams, our restaurants, our downtown, our suburbs) and took for granted. And why would people who are starting or raising a family want to move away from the great schools, colleges and universities we have here? I call bulsh1t on these people and the threat to move to Nashville.

This discussion makes me sick. How low can our feelings about being Sox fans go? And we know Cub fans and trolls are so digging this.

Mostly true.... but I don't want all of that anger and desire for retribution to ever result in Chicago losing our White Sox. Some things are larger and more important than any one person whether that is in politics, sports or business.