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QUOTE (SoxPride18 @ Jan 13, 2016 -> 08:23 AM) I turned that game off real fast lol. However, not because of the announcing. Great hire, I like his voice. Like others have said, a local kid, grew up a Sox fan, and has national and local experience. Great hire. I have not heard a broadcast of his yet but, looking forward to the opportunity. Wishing him "Good Luck"! Just heard him and looking forward to the broadcasts!

QUOTE (Lillian @ Jan 12, 2016 -> 04:40 PM) I'm leaning back toward a trade for Ethier. What do you guess it would take to get him? Is he still considered an adequate defensive right fielder? Of course, he has to sit vs the few lefties. turns 34 in April and due $16 mil for 2016 and due $17.5 mil in 2017. Not so sure if I want him at that salary or age.

QUOTE (BlackSox13 @ Jan 12, 2016 -> 04:17 PM) Sounds as though Cespedes is staying locked in on his demands. I hope the Sox have moved on. There are still free agents and plenty of trade opportunities available. Each day that passes I am thinking that any more improvement will have to be done via the trade route. Was so hoping for Cespedes.

QUOTE (ptatc @ Jan 12, 2016 -> 04:03 PM) The FO made the trade so blame it on the the FO. What differnce is it if it was RH, KW or JR. This was the consensus trade. None of them work by themselves. Sorry for asking. Just wondering if any one individual in the FO thought he was a can't miss player. I remember reading and hearing how he was the mini Miggy.

QUOTE (fathom @ Jan 12, 2016 -> 03:58 PM) I'm aware, I was referring to the strong possibility of Swirsky taking over for Hawk Oh please, NO. Not Swirsky.

QUOTE (Jake @ Jan 12, 2016 -> 03:53 PM) Yeah, the thing that makes me feel least confident in him is how many different things have to improve. Basically no part of his game graded out as even approaching average last year, with his overall hitting probably being the closest (but not all that close). His defense looks so bad that he almost certainly has to fall back on his bat to provide value, but a close look at his hitting just reveals so many problems. Not enough walks, too many strikeouts, chases way too many balls out of the zone, his measures of power are all piss-poor. It would be genuinely surprising to see him even put up a 1.0 WAR season, IMO. So who in the FO takes the blame on saying yes let's get this guy? RH?

QUOTE (Sockin @ Jan 12, 2016 -> 11:45 AM) FWIW Merkin just said on his podcast that he's predicting Garcia is the opening day RF. Hopefully in AAA.

QUOTE (SoCalSox @ Jan 12, 2016 -> 10:04 AM) Curious how much further one of the OF'ers would take them. Now that is an excellent question.

QUOTE (ChiSoxFanMike @ Jan 11, 2016 -> 08:31 PM) On a scale of 0 to 100, where 0 means that the Sox have absolutely no chance at him and 100 means that they're getting him for sure, how confident are you guys feeling right now about the Sox ability to get Cespedes? For me, I'd have to go with 50 right now. I feel as if it could go either way. I guess the longer it takes the more pessimistic I get. Wondering if JR will pay the big bucks for Cespedes. So I'm in the 30's. Hope I'm wrong!!

QUOTE (Lillian @ Jan 11, 2016 -> 08:30 PM) You present an interesting perspective, by adding all of the cumulatively related previous moves to your analysis. However, I think those moves are not relevant. What they did to acquire Samardzija is "water under the bridge". All that matters now is the potential loss of a draft pick, the dollars involved in a free agent contract, and the way a possible acquisition might contribute to this current roster. and also what matters Lillian, is how my stomach continues to churn during this long drawn out process.

QUOTE (SoxPride18 @ Jan 11, 2016 -> 07:23 PM) Yes, but when we did sell, it helped us make 2 trades this year that signals that we want to go to the playoffs and win a championship. Now the Sox have to go that little bit further and get us that big bat, which can hopefully make it happen in 2016. Just getting back to the Cespedes topic.

QUOTE (BlackSox13 @ Jan 11, 2016 -> 01:43 PM) Well, we've seen posturing by the Sox and their "3 year" stance and I feel it's likely that Cespedes and his agent are posturing on their 6/150M stance. Wherever Cespedes signs he's going to have to meet the team half way somehow. I'd like to see the linger for a bit longer in the Cespedes/Upton talks but at some point they should call it a day and move on to other options while those options are still available. If Upton or Cespedes won't take a contract in the 3 or 4 year range with a possible vesting option, then f*** em, move on. At this point, I would have no problem with moving on while other options are available.

QUOTE (SouthSideSale @ Jan 10, 2016 -> 12:00 PM) Like I've said, Detroit is my worry. So, back to the original question regarding Cespedes. Can the Sox really afford this guy on a four year contract?? I know depending on the numbers but, I'm guessing $20 mil (or more) per year?

QUOTE (BlackSox13 @ Jan 10, 2016 -> 10:18 AM) Well, Chuck got it half right in that Cespedes being a part of a dream scenario. I'd rather let Saladino to man SS and let some other team (SD) sign Desmond. Desmond's error total has increased in each of the last three years and maxed out at 27 in '15. No thanks! Instead of spending in the area of 10M on Desmond, spend it on another starting pitcher or see if the Sox can sign one of Fowler or Jackson for that kind of annual salary. I'm with you on this one BlackSox13.

QUOTE (Dick Allen @ Jan 9, 2016 -> 03:46 PM) Who is John Danks blocking. I am sure you wouldn't mind if the Sox obligation to him was at least one year less. The fact is these guys might suck in 3 years, and as of now, there I are some nice looking free agent targets in 3 years. There is no reason to be locked into a player longer than needed. and they might not suck in three years. If the Sox sign Cespedes and he sucks then I guess we have more to talk about on this board in the future. Who really knows? God forbid but, what happens if Sale needs TJ surgery in 2016? We just don't know! Can't just keep walking down the street and always stopping to peek around the corner.

QUOTE (BlackSox13 @ Jan 9, 2016 -> 12:42 PM) Exactly. No need to rinse and repeat next winter. Would rather secure an outfield spot for the next 3 or 4 years. Hopefully by the time Melky is a FA, one of Jacob May or Adam Engel is ready otherwise the Sox will have money to spend during the '17/'18 off season that should have plenty of outfielders available.'' I tend to believe the future is now and I hope we get a Cespedes signing for 2016 and a few years beyond. I've sat by for too many seasons and at the end have had to say "wait until next year". Nothing is a guaranty, even the future.

QUOTE (fathom @ Jan 8, 2016 -> 07:33 PM) Heyman just said up to 6 teams in on Cespedes Hmmm, Not sure I like hearing that.

QUOTE (shipps @ Jan 8, 2016 -> 05:18 PM) LMAO why would Hahn say this? My God please have them sign someone soon! RH, Just do it!!

QUOTE (SouthSideSale @ Jan 7, 2016 -> 05:11 PM) I really like our chances. Only team that scares me is Detroit. LAA? I don't know Any other team with a chance of signing Cespedes or Upton scares the Hell out of me!

QUOTE (SoxPride18 @ Jan 7, 2016 -> 03:33 PM) Well, if true, makes 0 sense. Oh boy. I can't wait until Bears training camp!

QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Jan 7, 2016 -> 11:58 AM) i feel like something is going to happen today One day someone will be right.

QUOTE (Real @ Jan 6, 2016 -> 07:21 PM) Idk I just don't see the sox spending the kind of money required to land upton or cespedes hence the reason they were shooting for gordon my prediction is they grab one of the other OFs for much less money As much as I would like to see the Sox sign Cespedes, I think you are right.

QUOTE (BlackSox13 @ Jan 6, 2016 -> 05:28 PM) I think the Sox will either sign or trade for somebody, just might not be the high caliper player some might be expecting. There is definitely some high hopes and unrealistic expectations for a team that's already at its budget ceiling. Not saying JR will not raise it some, but I'm not going to assume he will til said or proven otherwise. At this point I'm not sure what they are going to do. Need to do more with the acquisitions of Frazier and Lawrie, though!! What will JR let RH do??

QUOTE (Dick Allen @ Jan 6, 2016 -> 02:39 PM) That article should piss some people off. If that really was the plan, I wouldn't blame anyone for being pissed off, but even Merkin reported the White Sox would bring in an OF. You're right. This is so JR and White Sox. I hope they don't wait too long.

QUOTE (Y2JImmy0 @ Jan 6, 2016 -> 02:13 PM) It was a good idea. He was their best hitter. That gives him the most plate appearances Best hitter yes but, didn't seem to get much lineup protection and better production even batting second. With your reasoning shouldn't he have batted first?