Chicago White Sox Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 2 minutes ago, Vote4Pedro said: Yep I’d keep him on the roster just for that extra run in the 7-9 innings…PR/defensive sub, I’ll deal with the 0-1 that he gives the team So who is the last guy on the bench if you’re going with Hamilton, Leury, & Zavala? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Sacamano Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 (edited) I guess if you had a bench that featured: backup catcher (Zavala), a backup infielder (Leury), and then a stronger backup OF, you could in theory keep him as the 4th bench guy. I like more versatility though. Edited December 17, 2022 by Bob Sacamano Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoxBlanco Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 6 minutes ago, CWSpalehoseCWS said: With the new base running rules next year... he could be way more valuable than you think as a late PR option. I keep seeing people reference the new base running rules. Did I miss a new rule, or are you just referring to the larger bases? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliSoxFanViaSWside Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 (edited) 5 minutes ago, SoxBlanco said: I keep seeing people reference the new base running rules. Did I miss a new rule, or are you just referring to the larger bases? Larger bases mean slightly shorter distance between bases. Also pitcher's limited to only 2 pick off moves for a runner on base. Once you make your 2nd move its off to the races for the runner. Speeds up the game with the guys that will throw to 1st 3 or more times and gives fast runners license to steal. Edited December 17, 2022 by CaliSoxFanViaSWside 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vote4Pedro Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 11 minutes ago, Chicago White Sox said: So who is the last guy on the bench if you’re going with Hamilton, Leury, & Zavala? I am not ready to call that as I still think there will be a trade off the major league roster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWSpalehoseCWS Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 10 minutes ago, CaliSoxFanViaSWside said: Larger bases mean slightly shorter distance between bases. Also pitcher's limited to only 2 pick off moves for a runner on base. Once you make your 2nd move its off to the races for the runner. Speeds up the game with the guys that will throw to 1st 3 or more times and gives fast runners license to steal. We might see the most SB in years with that pickoff move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirmin' for Yermin Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 Nothing wrong with this. Veteran depth is much needed. Should he NOT make the opening day roster, I imagine he can be optioned since this is a milb deal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vote4Pedro Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 12 minutes ago, CaliSoxFanViaSWside said: Larger bases mean slightly shorter distance between bases. Also pitcher's limited to only 2 pick off moves for a runner on base. Once you make your 2nd move its off to the races for the runner. Speeds up the game with the guys that will throw to 1st 3 or more times and gives fast runners license to steal. Yep and after pick off attempt number 2 that runner at first can get as big of a lead as they choose before taking off because of the pitcher throws over a 3rd time and does not get the runner he is automatically awarded 2nd base 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicago White Sox Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 1 minute ago, Squirmin' for Yermin said: Nothing wrong with this. Veteran depth is much needed. Should he NOT make the opening day roster, I imagine he can be optioned since this is a milb deal? Definitely nothing wrong with this, but I hope we have a better 4th OF in mind to start the season with. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EloyJenkins Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 Love Billy...but hope he enjoys Charlotte 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoxBlanco Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 38 minutes ago, CaliSoxFanViaSWside said: Larger bases mean slightly shorter distance between bases. Also pitcher's limited to only 2 pick off moves for a runner on base. Once you make your 2nd move its off to the races for the runner. Speeds up the game with the guys that will throw to 1st 3 or more times and gives fast runners license to steal. Thank you. I understood the benefit of the larger bases, but I wasn’t sure why people were referring to the plural form of the word “rule”. I forgot about the pickoff attempt rule. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEANS Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 Chuck got his guy. Will be nice as a late innings PR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Springfield Soxfan Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 Extra inning specialist!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirmin' for Yermin Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 1 hour ago, Chicago White Sox said: Definitely nothing wrong with this, but I hope we have a better 4th OF in mind to start the season with. Leury is our 4th OF for now. Not sure if I hate it since we are stuck with him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zisk Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 for a guy who really couldn't hit, he had some great moments for us. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-Train to 35th Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 2 hours ago, Bob Sacamano said: Zero offensive upside. Unfortunately can’t steal 1B. No, but he can pinch run for Grandal or Vaughn if needed in a late inning rally. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicago White Sox Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 30 minutes ago, Squirmin' for Yermin said: Leury is our 4th OF for now. Not sure if I hate it since we are stuck with him. I got to be honest, I really hate the idea of Leury as our 4th OF. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CentralChamps21 Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 4 minutes ago, Chicago White Sox said: I got to be honest, I really hate the idea of Leury as our 4th OF. I got to be honest, I really hate the idea of Leury still being on the team in any capacity. 6 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirmin' for Yermin Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 6 minutes ago, CentralChamps21 said: I got to be honest, I really hate the idea of Leury still being on the team in any capacity. Well yes. Sadly there’s no way around it haha 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoxBlanco Posted December 17, 2022 Share Posted December 17, 2022 12 minutes ago, CentralChamps21 said: I got to be honest, I really hate the idea of Leury still being on the team in any capacity. He was one of the worst players in the history of baseball last year, but he’s a useful bench player if he can hit like he did prior to last year. (And if the manager uses him properly) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hankchifan Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 5 hours ago, CWSpalehoseCWS said: Here's your 4th OF'er. I loved this dude despite how bad he actually is at hitting. Should be good for the clubhouse. What ever happened to Gavin Sheets. Is he out of the picture for 2023 all together? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmags Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 3 hours ago, zisk said: for a guy who really couldn't hit, he had some great moments for us. That catch in MN was incredible 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tnetennba Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 Probably need someone that can actually hit in a pinch hitting role, but I love this signing. Welcome back Billy! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShoeLessRob Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 3 hours ago, Chicago White Sox said: I got to be honest, I really hate the idea of Leury as our 4th OF. As you should. He’s brutal in the OF. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elrockinMT Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 BillyHamilton is a fun player. He can bd a good role player as he can play defense and steal a base. I would like to see Engel back also Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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