I wonder if something like Lopez and a reliever would be in order. I think if you took Lopez you could get Hawkins for them and if we were willing to accept most of the salaries wouldn't have to give up much in return.

 

I am thinking the same thing Jason.

 

Although I do believe the Orioles would be quite happy to get anything for Lopez.

White Sox fans should make a sit-com about Widge and Politte. It could be like the Odd Couple: two guys hard on their luck move in together and tough out the world. I could definitely see Cliff being the neat guy and Widger being the messy one.

Like has been said here before, I don't think any of us will forget the feel good story that he was last year. Thanks, Chris.

All I can say is good luck to Widger on his future.

Like has been said here before, I don't think any of us will forget the feel good story that he was last year. Thanks, Chris.

 

His bases loaded walk in Game 3 of the WS was breath-taking.

I am thinking the same thing Jason.

 

Although I do believe the Orioles would be quite happy to get anything for Lopez.

It appears that Stewart is the backup plan so this should add to what Jim is saying. Working on a writeup right now.

 

Rumor: Widger Designated For Assignment

By Jason Gage

 

Soxtalk.com has learned that backup catcher Chris Widger was designated for assignment following Sunday’s game against the Texas Rangers. Widger struggled behind the plate and at the plate for the club in 06, batting .184 in 27 games while posting a 5.36 CERA (Catchers ERA).

 

It is unclear who will replace Widger, but our sources say that Ken Williams is working on bringing in a veteran catcher. Ozzie Guillen backed up these sources in his post game press conference by stating that GM Ken Williams was working on adding a bat and a veteran catcher.

 

If the trade or signing Williams is working on fails to be completed, Chris Stewart would be called up from AAA Charlotte. Stewart, 24, is batting .266 with 3 HR and 22 RBI in 71 games with the Knights and would not be considered a major offensive upgrade to Widger. However, Stewart is the most advanced signal caller in the system and possesses a strong arm and rates out as an above average defensive catcher.

 

Please check back with Soxtalk.com as we will be updating this story as we find out more.

So all indications are pointing towards Stewart?

Just thinking out loud... Toby Hall is not playing for the Dodgers, and has expressed an interest in a trade to get more playing time. He won't get more playing time here, but he could be a very capable backup.

So all indications are pointing towards Stewart?

Stewart is plan B from what I know. He's not getting called up unless plan A doesn't come through (and for all I know there is a Plan B or C ahead of Stewart as well in terms of major league options).

It appears that Stewart is the backup plan so this should add to what Jim is saying. Working on a writeup right now.

 

Rumor: Widger Designated For Assignment

By Jason Gage

 

Soxtalk.com has learned that backup catcher Chris Widger was designated for assignment following Sunday’s game against the Texas Rangers. Widger struggled behind the plate and at the plate for the club in 06, batting .184 in 27 games while posting a 5.36 CERA (Catchers ERA).

 

It is unclear who will replace Widger, but our sources say that Ken Williams is working on bringing in a veteran catcher. Ozzie Guillen backed up these sources in his post game press conference by stating that GM Ken Williams was working on adding a bat and a veteran catcher.

 

If the trade or signing Williams is working on fails to be completed, Chris Stewart would be called up from AAA Charlotte. Stewart, 24, is batting .266 with 3 HR and 22 RBI in 71 games with the Knights and would not be considered a major offensive upgrade to Widger. However, Stewart is the most advanced signal caller in the system and possesses a strong arm and rates out as an above average defensive catcher.

 

Please check back with Soxtalk.com as we will be updating this story as we find out more.

 

Jason, how do you find the catchers ERA?

Jason, how do you find the catchers ERA?

Go to their player profile on ESPN.com and look at fielding stats.

Go to their player profile on ESPN.com and look at fielding stats.

 

Ah, ok, thanks.

Jason, how do you find the catchers ERA?

ESPN has it if you look at Widger's fielding stats.

Just thinking out loud... Toby Hall is not playing for the Dodgers, and has expressed an interest in a trade to get more playing time. He won't get more playing time here, but he could be a very capable backup.

 

 

Other possibilites are:

 

Josa Molina

Jason Larue

Sandy Alomar Jr.

Javy Lopez

Mike Piazza

Bring back josh paul!!! i loved josh paul....they dont need a big offensive guy like a javy lopez they just need someone that can call a good game that has some hitting skills...why bring in/need a guy like Javy when you have AJ batting over .300??

I can't see Lopez on the Sox. He'd play once a week. That's not going to work for him. I'm sure santo=dorf is dancing in the streets. This move was long overdue.

Thanks for everything in '05 Widge, and good luck in your next softball league

Other possibilites are:

 

Josa Molina

Jason Larue

Sandy Alomar Jr.

Javy Lopez

Mike Piazza

 

Yup, I thought about Alomar as well.

Other possibilites are:

 

Josa Molina

Jason Larue

Sandy Alomar Jr.

Javy Lopez

Mike Piazza

I doubt Piazza would accept a true backup role, and considering his defense, I don't want him as a backup. Our staff is already easy enough to run on.

Come on, please be Javy Lopez

Come on, please be Javy Lopez

 

Honestly, I don't see how that would work. Wouldn't Lopez want to start?

Honestly, I don't see how that would work. Wouldn't Lopez want to start?

And the fact that he's making 8.5 million this year, which would probably be around what, 3 mil for the rest of the year? I wouldn't give that to a backup.

Honestly, I don't see how that would work. Wouldn't Lopez want to start?

Probably, but wouldn't it be sweet to have Javy Lopez platooning with A.J?

 

Plus, the O's would pay most of his salary.

I do think that Sandy would be an awesome fit with the team....um.....for the third time. He's a good guy, and he doesn't out and out suck, which is a positive.

I also talked to BHAM last night, regarding Stew, actually. Says he's a good character guy and he likes his game calling. His PB numbers in Charlotte can be overlooked, because of Haeger.

 

I thought I remember hearing somewhere that Stewart does an excellent job handling Haeger's knuckler. Can anyone shed more light on how well he handles Haeger?

 

Also, could it be that a move is in the works that would involve Haeger coming up resulting in Widger being DFA'd and Stewart coming up as Haeger's caddy?