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In the very last sentence were you referring to Guerrier or Munoz? Thanks for all your comments on those prospects. I liked Guerrier in spring last year. I was angered when they dealt him for Marte and Edwin Yan, but in retrospect it looks like a good move. Marte is filthy while Yan has amazing speed and could turn into a pretty good 2nd baseman, although he has a ways to go. I was referring to Munoz. I like Guerrier a lot. I still think he will be a solid big league pitcher and his numbers last year were very misleading. Would these numbers be acceptable?? The won-loss record could be better, but those numbers work for me. Games Started 23 W-L 7-8 ERA 3.09 IP 140 Hits 115 BB 38 K 116 For what it is worth, those are Guerrier's 2002 numbers minus 4 starts. He had four horrible starts, and yes, I understand that every start counts. However, I'd rather have a guy who pitches great 23 out of 27 times and horribly four times, than a starter who is just average all year long. I'd definately accept those numbers. Inning wise it isn't too bad, maybe a little less for Munoz. Guerrier was really good. He struggled last year in Pittsburgh, but I wouldn't count him out yet. I'd also like to see more K's, but the walk rate is very low.

God, for a second ya scared me toasty

Detroit hires him and are giving him a ton of money. I suspect he'll be the GM within a year. Until then he will have some say in personell moves. Good move by the Lions, but they were desperate cause they gave him way too much money. Now the Niners can afford to give Dennis Green the money, but I sure hope they just go with the cheap candidate, Blache.

Hopefully all is working now. Sorry it took me so long to see this.

This is there 2nd straight over time game, on the road, and on back to back days. They looked pretty good in the 2nd half. I still think Jamaal is a far superior player to Jay Williams, but I'm going to be more patient. I remember how bad Baron Davis was his first year. Then he worked his tail off in the offseason and come back a superior player and one of the best point guards in the league. I think Williams has the heart and talent and I do believe the work ethic is there. If he can make a big step this offseason and over the rest of the season, then I think the Bulls will be ready to compete next year. I also believe Eddie Robinson should become the starting 2 guard with Jamaal Crawford getting plenty of minutes there as well, ocassionally playing with Jay Will. It would be nice having a lineup with Rose, Jwill, and Crawford. All can handle the ball, create there own shot, and create shots for others. Scrap the triangle too. The Bulls should become a running team. Curry is getting way too big and looks like he needs to get more cut and in better shape. Tyson is looking good, but still needs to add muscle this offseason. Next year will be fun to watch, mainly because I think Jwill, Jamaal, and Tyson will all really improve. I'm holding out that we acquire Kwame for Eddy before the deadline.

In the very last sentence were you referring to Guerrier or Munoz? Also, do you get to watch quite a few Birmingham games? Thanks for all your comments on those prospects. I liked Guerrier in spring last year. I was angered when they dealt him for Marte and Edwin Yan, but in retrospect it looks like a good move. Marte is filthy while Yan has amazing speed and could turn into a pretty good 2nd baseman, although he has a ways to go. My point is on Munoz stamina...... Of course he is going to run out of gas after a certain point if you never use him or train to go past that point. He pitched effectively several times for three innings and four once or twice. Never did they ask him to go longer than that, so no one should expect him to be able to pitch 7 innings. You have to build up to that, ala they way they work starters in ST. I guess technically the fact that he didn't have the stamina is correct, but if you don't ever give the guy an opportunity or work him up to that, then you expect him to drop off after so many pitchers. It shouldn't be a surprise. My very last sentence was that I liked to watch that guy pitch. I was referring to Munoz, but it would apply to Guerrier as well. I agree with you on the stamina issue. In general I feel that is something you can build. From what I have heard from you as well as Jim Bullard Munoz can throw a couple innings and do it with ease. If he's getting tired after 3 or 4, then thats pretty good considering he's not a starter. Plus, at such a young age, his body still is developing so he could easily add stamina if they decide to make him a starter and gradually stretch him out. The one thing they need to be very careful on is how they start off his season. He needs extra rest considering the heavy workload he had this year in Winter League and the minors. If they start him, I'd suspect he wouldn't become a starter till mid season or so. I think he can do it though. Either way, I think he's going to make a fine pitcher and the Sox will see him next year if he's a reliever; a little longer if he's a starter. Once again, thanks for all this info Hudler.

Its because Harris is the only one capable of playing centerfield on the bench if Borchard isn't there. Daubach can play left or first, and I guess 3rd if necessary. Rios can play right or left, and I guess center in a bind, but he's terrible out there defensively. Maggs can't play center. Harris will also be the back up 2nd baseman incase Jimenez struggles. If Jose really stinks and Jimenez does real good, then you could see Jimenez move to short with Harris taking over the 2nd base spot and Manos moving to the bench.

Speaking of Rowand, have you heard anything about how his situation is progressing? He's supposed to be 80% at the start of spring training.

signs was f***ing awesome too. I don't think he can make a movie I won't like right now. I'm with you. Signs was awesome, Sixth Sense was awesome and Unbreakable was cool. I was never into comics, but that was just a cool movie.

Ya, it can be done.

Remember Tang

A month or two ago, they had a picture of what the stadium would look like and it had this sweet homer porch in left(I think; maybe it was right). They also had all this other stuff and the park was looking sweet. Like a day later they pulled those images and went with other ones. They have wanted to build one for a while, but never have been able to because JR said they needed a corporate sponsor. Now that they have one, I expect one to be built. I'm assuming they'll announce plans in a while for next years changes.

If the rumors that Jerry Manuel all but guaranteed Daubach a roster spot are true, I don't think there will be any space on the Roster for Borchard. I think Borchard will start the season on the farm, and maybe by the All Star break, if it appears as if one of our OFers is incompetent, then he'll get the callup. I'm thinking Rowand will start the season on the DL, with Harris the backup centerfieler. The most likely scenario is Rowand starting with Harris backing up or Harris starting with Rowand backing up while he gets to 100%.

I think everyone is underestimating the Twins rotation. Lohse pitched really well late last season. He looked great against the Sox especially. They also have Radke whose good when healthy, Joe Mays and Eric Milton as well as Rick Reed. None of them wow ya, but they are all quality pitchers.

Great Story. Now I am afraid that Georgie Porgie is going to get a hold of this and like the idea.

I hate WCIU games. I can never get them, even with MLB Extra Innings. As far as the internet radio, I heard it was good, but you may be able to catch SnR depending on if they are doing those games that are on WCIU. Sox and Roll (SnR) is a internet station ran by Red Pinstripes, Guido, and Joebatters. They can give ya more info on that.

They will sign him next offseason.

I'm with you. I think Borchard makes the team after having a monster spring and ends up hitting .265 with 20 hr's and 65-70 rbi's. Joe won't wow anyone this year, but he'll learn a lot and shorten his swing enough. Then the next year he'll really improve. I just got a hunch Joe makes this club out of spring. I can't explain why, I just see him having a great spring. He's a really smart kid who knows what he has to do. He has a good eye, which tells me he can shorten his swing at the major league level. I also think he's made good progress with the swing. Either way, he's up here by June 1st. Jon Rauch, Joe Crede and Jimenez will also have pretty good years. Olivo will likely struggle, but play very good defense and show growth. Garland and Wright will also grow, but I think they are already pretty good.

The prospects that are going to be ready soon are why I believe we are going to dominate the central for the next 10 years. Hopefully with Jim and co. leading the way. but Jim will prolly win 20 games, a cy young, and leave the organization, because JR wont pay him the money he's worth. Cleveland's farm system is better than ours, as of now. Too many high level prospects (in AA, AAA) to pass up, compared to our high level prospects who are in A ball. The Expos really helped the Tribe out.

He's a solid hitter. He has a ton of speed and hit like .304 or so in AA last year with some pop. I don't think he'll win any batting titles, but his best trait is his arm. He has an absolute rocket and could win numerous gold glove awards. Plus, catchers don't need to be great hitters. An ocassional clutch hit, shutting down the opponents running game, and calling a good game are whats really important.

I'd like picking up Rogers. I don't know if he can still do it, but he pitched pretty good last year. Plus, having another veteran, this one in the back of the rotation couldn't hurt. Then Rauch could start the season in AAA and come up later in the season. Although I love the idea of getting to watch Rauch pitch.

God, I hope that will be one of the games that is blacked out in my area

I got a Belle autograph and I'll never forget it. I think it was right after he signed his new deal. It was the first time I was ever at spring training and he just started signing so I ran down and waited behind like 4 people. The person in front of me had an Indians hat on and an Indian card. He refused to sign it for him and then got all upset and swore at the guy. I was all worried thinking he was going to be an ass to all. I get up there and he was a really cool nice guy. He just told me he didn't like the Indians, but was excited to be on the Sox.

I get suckered into that MLB Extra Innings package every year. I think with the 130 bucks or whatever it costs, you should be allowed to get every game. They shouldn't black out the Wednesday games.

Very Cool. I think he has a good point when it comes to there middle infielders. There shortstop Guzman didn't have too hot of a year. Still a lot of there players did.