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I guess I got my current somewhat through luck. Almost 6 years ago I saw the ad in the paper for this place but had no idea what they did. I was quite unhappy with my job at the time and was just applying everywhere. Turned out that this place was hiring for the start-up of a new plant (making paper towels, bathroom tissue, etc.). I was one of the original 24 people hired, and now there's over 200 employees and growing. I moved up quickly and now manage two production lines. Lots of luck but lots of work, too.

Ugly, ugly game. However, I think Kotsay is making a case for himself to be re-signed next year. I hope so.

I'll shave my head and facial hair (eyebrows included).

It was nice to see the right Sox kick some ass. Kotsay looked good...if he could play like that all the time we wouldn't need Dye. I liked Hudson's movement on the fastball. And Sweaty Freddy was good enough, definitely good enough as a #5 starter.

QUOTE (RibbieRubarb @ Sep 4, 2009 -> 08:42 AM) There is also an award for being the "first to call a season over" Don't forget the "blow this team up" award.

There's no guarantee that Rios will turn it around and get back to his career numbers. But, it's more likely that it will happen vs. him putting up atrocious numbers forever. The jury still has to be out on Rios. We have to see him the rest of the season and into next season before we can declare him a dog...and I don't see that happening. Someone posted that it's a very small sample size, and that's true. It's like if we were to have started screaming and crying over Cutler's poor performance in the first pre-season game. I'm one of those who thinks Rios will come around. If he can get back to his career numbers (or even close), he's a much better choice than BA. I'll take .280 with 15-20 HRs, 70+ RBIs, and 30 SBs in addition to him being a good CFer.

Glad to see Dye and Rios sitting.

All hail Gordon Beckham. He started the rally. Great effort by Mark. Nice save Bobby. See ya later Metrohell!

I agree with most everything in the article. The piece of about the team playing hard...well, not as of late. He pretty much summed up what we've been saying here on this board. The players are most at fault for this season. I think KW has done a good job. The Peavy deal is pretty much a sure thing, IMO, and Rios will come around next season. I just hope that KW continues to makeover this team in the offseason.

Yeah, major changes have to be made to this team. Obviously the bad things are magnified right now with them playing so bad, but it's time to get away from the "let's wait for the home run" attitude. This team needs to jettison the old slowness and get down to speed and manufacturing runs.

I said 6-4 and was actually confident that would happen. I was thinking 5-5 at worst. I think the first loss in Boston pretty much set the tone for the road trip. It was a game we should have won and gave it away. The scary and frustrating part is that the Sox could finish the trip (including the game against the Shlubs) 2-9 or 3-8 and still be "in contention" because of the remainder of the schedule. So, I'll be forced to still watch the games AND be involved. I'd still watch the games if they were mathematically eliminated. But now I'll still have that minute ember of hope, and each loss will be that much more frustrating.

QUOTE (chw42 @ Sep 1, 2009 -> 12:56 PM) We should get into a big ass fight. That might be the only thing that can wake this team up. Maybe a big fight in the dugout like in Major League II.

QUOTE (BigSqwert @ Sep 1, 2009 -> 09:36 AM) Any chance the trades somehow spark this team to go on a tear? It may. At least I hope. I don't necessarily think that the trades are KW's way of saying he's giving up. Both moves made sense in order to get ready for 2010, but aside from losing Thome's big bat (which has been inconsistent), the team is still intact. I predict a win tonight and tomorrow.

It looks as if the 2010 makeover has begun. The big question is who goes and who stays during the off season. If nothing else, it'll make for an exciting winter here on SoxTalk. As much good as Dye has done for us over the years, I would hope he will also be playing somewhere else in 2010. I don't see Konerko going anywhere, and I would hope AJ sticks around. I'm not nearly as knowledgable regarding potential FAs or trades or even our minors as many other posters, so I'll refrain from trying to come up with a lineup. However, I see this as a partial (positions only, not batting order): 1B - Konerko 2B - Getz 3B - Beckham (I think he remains a third baseman) SS - Alexei LF - Pods (he's re-resigned for one year to allow Mitchell or Danks to be MLB ready) CF - Rios RF - Quentin C - AJ Well, after I typed that in I realized I didn't allow for many changes, and I think this team needs more changes. Good thing I'm not the GM.

Good news. I would like to see Peavy pitch this year. It may not matter, as the team will most likely be out of it soon, but there's no reason to not let him start a game or two. I understand the concern about his health, but if I see the words "shut Peavy down" one more time I might vomit.

QUOTE (Jenks Heat @ Sep 1, 2009 -> 08:51 AM) There are a ton of doctors and general managers on this site. *puts away his stethoscope and suit jacket*

Sox made a classy move for a classy guy. I hope he gets his ring, and I hope he smacks #600 next year...somewhere. And the comments about Thome being a roider are classLESS. There's never been any indication that he was juiced.

Good arcticles. Sad to see Thome go, but he's with a team that can make the playoffs and he really had no spot with the Sox in 2010. I like the Contreras deal. This pitcher in return has a potential good up side.

It would be nice to see Flowers and some of the others they call up do well. I'm not saying the Sox can get back into it, but the games will probably be a little more exciting to watch.

Sigh. I've read through this thread and noticed how it became more of a KW love/hate fest. I still do not understand those that think the Peavy and Rios acquisitions were bad. What a lot of people seem to forget is that both deals were for the now, but more so for the future. Peavy may pitch this year (I hope he does), but regardless he's going to be vital part of the rotation for years to come. Rios is slumping, but I'm sure he'll get back to where his career numbers are. He's a legitimate CFer, can steal bases, can hit well, and even has some power. So, KW gave up Poreda, Richard, and two more minor league arms for a solid #2 or even #1 starter. Oh, and he gave up zilch for Rios. I know, I know, what about the money. Well, we all know cash will be freed up during the off season with the non re-signing of a few guys and maybe even a trade or two. I'm as frustrated as the next guy about this team this year. But things are looking good for 2010 and beyond.

Well, history and statistics say the White Sox will win tonight. Four game sweeps are hard to come by, even against under-performing teams. So, I think the Sox (White) win tonight. Now, how they win may very well determine how the Yankees series goes. An offensive explosion coupled with a great outing from Danks could propel this team into NY with high hopes and a hint of momentum. They could take 2 of 3 there. At that point, the road trip would be 3-4. This scenario almost has to happen for the Sox to have a chance. A three game set at the Metrohell will be tough.

Well, let's hope to avoid the sweep and head to NY and...nevermind.

QUOTE (The Ginger Kid @ Aug 26, 2009 -> 08:57 PM) Gavin Pods You showed fight tonight I agree. And tip a beer towards Freddy for last night. He buckled down and pitched (and sweat) his ass off.