hi8is

Oh dear God… On the call with Venable, one of the press corps asked, ”In addition to your positive impression of Chris Getz, what else about this team attracted you to this position and gave you confidence to take the job as manager?” His response brings me deep dread: ”I played against this team last year and saw them all bring energy and go out there and compete every day.” He most certainly was not watching the same team that we were. What in the world?!?

Oh happy day. Now he can go be good and stay healthy in Florida.

Watch him become a good #2 type starter with the Dodgers next season.

That will be fun indeed. I guess our only hope is that the plan of developing a capable system actually works out. Venable must believe that they can do it. We all have more experience to believe that. 😆

What specifically is your qualm? “Almost everything else” sounds like there’s a lot for you to choose from. So have at it.

What’s your deal man? I listed many facts that all contributed to the position we are in… the extensions were inarguably one of them. Why focus on just that one point? I don’t even understand the point you’re trying to make.

The gambles were taken far too early. Anyhow, sorry - I got us off the focus of this thread. Yay. Venable. Oh boy.

When we were all up in arms with Hahn having us “mired in mediocrity” — we didn’t realize how bad it would become. 😆

Horrible extensions that were too big of a gamble coupled with an owner who wouldn’t pony up while interjecting his hand to heavily… that mainly is what lead us to this point. So at least now we have a thread of the page being turned. Getz wanted Will Venable and he got em. Now it’s time to show up and make some hires that will lead to a better offensive trajectory while we make some heavy trades. I say that the likelihood of us making the playoffs in the next 7 years is a long shot. Fucking so sad.

We’re really in need of a miracle for any semblance of a hope for years to come. - You can’t rely on the draft with the new “competitive balance” rules. - We also can’t get lottery picks because we’re a big market team. - We can’t sign our way into being competitive since stars are costing 500 million bucks. - We can’t expect to compete internationally for ages since we are way behind the times on that front too. Case in point, we’re just now building a facility in the DR. - We haven’t been able to develop anything on the offensive side in years. Our best hope is that Bannister can take our strength of developing starting pitchers to the next level while we instill a similar fixture on the offensive side. It’s going to be a long fucking road guys.

hi8is doesn’t like it when posters refer to themself in the third person. hi8is does however love Greggypoo. Really… not really. Really. 😆

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I don’t see how ANYONE could have any issue with this statement. It’s simply factual. A.) It was a nice hire. B.) We need to be shown more. Why would anyone yell at ya man? 😆

It is crushing.

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Will Venable would be an intriguing choice for a baseball team looking to develop young talent with an emphasis on offensive growth. Known for his intelligence and a multicultural understanding of the game (stemming from his time in Japan and experiences with MLB teams), Venable’s approach is widely respected. He has built a reputation as a coach who can connect effectively with players, making him relatable and capable of nurturing young talent in both strategic and developmental capacities. Venable's experience spans several MLB organizations, including the Red Sox, Cubs, and Rangers, where he worked closely with players to improve their skills. His background as an MLB outfielder, along with coaching roles that involved responsibilities for outfielders and offensive strategy, means he brings a balanced, on-field understanding to his coaching. This versatility can be highly beneficial for a team focused on developing offensive skills among younger players, as he not only provides insights from his own MLB career but also understands the structure of player development from bench coach and associate manager perspectives. His blend of strategic awareness, player rapport, and deep experience with offensive development would make him a strong managerial candidate for a team focused on growing young offensive talent. =========== Will Venable has demonstrated an openness to modern analytics, blending traditional baseball insights with advanced data to inform his coaching strategies. Venable has gained experience in analytically progressive organizations like the Chicago Cubs and Boston Red Sox, where he was exposed to sophisticated statistical tools and advanced metrics as these franchises embraced a data-centric approach to decision-making. His tenure with these teams likely involved using player metrics to shape in-game strategies, defensive alignments, and development plans, especially in support of young players who benefit from analytical feedback on mechanics and performance adjustments. Venable’s analytical background is paired with an ability to communicate complex data in ways that young players can understand and apply. His player-centric approach and openness to innovation position him well to support a team in cultivating its offensive potential through data-driven improvements, such as optimizing batting approach and launch angles or tracking swing paths and exit velocities to maximize hitting outcomes. This blend of traditional and analytical coaching gives Venable an edge in both understanding and applying data to player development—an essential skill in today’s analytics-driven baseball landscape. His style mirrors that of other analytically inclined managers, aligning well with a team focused on nurturing emerging talent with actionable insights from advanced metrics. =========== Will Venable has a fascinating background, blending athletic excellence, Ivy League education, and a unique journey in baseball. Here are some interesting facts about him: Dual-Sport Athlete at Princeton: Venable is one of the rare athletes to excel in both basketball and baseball at the Ivy League level. At Princeton, he played varsity basketball and baseball, even earning All-Ivy League honors in both sports. Basketball Runs in the Family: Venable initially pursued basketball more seriously than baseball. He nearly played professionally before switching to focus on baseball, influenced by his mother, who saw baseball’s long-term potential for him. Late Start to Baseball: Venable didn't fully commit to baseball until college, making his achievements even more impressive. Despite limited focus on baseball before college, he rapidly developed into a top player and was drafted by the San Diego Padres in 2005. Son of MLB Veteran Max Venable: His father, Max Venable, also played Major League Baseball, and they briefly shared time in the Padres’ system. This legacy has given Will a rich understanding of the game’s culture and demands. Multi-Role MLB Career: After his playing career, Venable quickly transitioned into coaching, taking on multiple roles with the Cubs and the Red Sox before joining the Texas Rangers as an associate manager. This experience across teams and responsibilities has contributed to his reputation as a well-rounded and player-focused coach Analytical Approach: Venable is known for his openness to baseball analytics, which he combines with his own in-game insights. Working in analytically forward organizations like the Cubs and Red Sox, Venable has grown adept at using data to guide player development and on-field decisions.

Wow, good White Sox news for the first time since Crochet was named opening day starter. Shocking.

I’ll provide my contribution to this thread, finally… “Jerry is open to selling…” Yea, my ass he is.

s%*# might change in consistency and tone but s%*# is always still s%*#. There’s an actual analogy in there somewhere relative to the Chicago White Flops.

What the f*** have the halos won? 😆 This organization is SUCH a joke.

It was obviously a generalization of a game that was not meant to be taken as fact.

Dodgers

Historically bad

At least we aren’t the Yankee’s tonight. That was one of the most embarrassing games I’ve seen in my entire life… and we all know there’s a wealth of poop to draw from.