July 31, 200421 yr Okay. 6 straight losses. I'm taking this lightly only because I am viewing this differently than most people. It is a test-a test that the White Sox can choose to pass or fail...that will lead them in the right direction to the post season, or to the gutter. I really can't see why we are all dropping dead on a losing streak. Minney has had one. The Cubs have had one. Cincinatti has had one. We are only 4-5 games back of a Red Hot Minnesota team. Wow. We suck. Lets call it quits with 2 months left in the season. Lets go White Sox!!! I will cheer you on until you are mathematically eliminated!
July 31, 200421 yr It is a test-a test that the White Sox can choose to pass or fail...that will lead them in the right direction to the post season, or to the gutter. I really can't see why we are all dropping dead on a losing streak. For exactly the reason you just highlighted in the proceeding sentence. Either this streak will push the players, or will break their spirits. While we're all aware 4 games out is easily surmountable, be aware that dropping to 7 games behind is just as likely. Another lethargic, corpseball filled week and it could become a freightening reality. Three losses (or wins) is all it takes to either put this team into contention or bury them for the season. Minnesota may have a tough schedule, but when your teams playing good, fundementally sound baseball any team can be defeated. Just as the Sox could be defeated by any team during this losing streak. I'll tell you what: If Sox lose this upcoming series to KC, there's not going to be much holding me back from a Jeckle-esque rant. We are only 4-5 games back of a Red Hot Minnesota team. I applaud your enthusiasm, but you must realize that quickly falling out of this race is NOT unlikely. Minnesota pulled away from the Sox two summers ago, and could do it again unless this team starts winning.
July 31, 200421 yr No, the season isn't over yet. But Flash's statement is a very realistic view of things.
July 31, 200421 yr Good to see someone else still has a grip on reality. This season isn't over yet I'd say I have a fairly firm grip on reality Jeckster. Its foolish to believe this season is over with 60+ games remaining, although its just as preposterous to assume Sox will climb back into the race because their schedule is easy. Our club is drastically different without Maggs/Frank, and because there's no precedent to surviving a division race without either you can't assume anything. I understand nobody likes to hear this negativity, and I'll stop after this post, but try to see our teams position from all angles.
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