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When does Cuba run out of players?

QUOTE (Stan Bahnsen @ Jul 18, 2014 -> 08:06 PM) Please be gone, Gordo. Let's make this divorce short and sweet. We ain't gettin' squat, so even a DFA is fine with me at this point. I don't want to sound cynical, Stan, but but that's probably what it's down to. Beckham will have zero trade value in off season and all teams know it. Speaking of second basemen, Braves DFA'd Uggla today.

QUOTE (Feeky Magee @ Jul 18, 2014 -> 07:55 PM) Strikes me as a bit unfair that second run was earned for Q, a single that reached third due to an error scoring on a groundout. Is it because there was a walk and a single after? yes

Not a good slide by Eaton.

QUOTE (witesoxfan @ Jul 17, 2014 -> 07:12 AM) He throws 99 MPH. Sometimes, you take a chance on these guys and they turn into all stars. Forget about his numbers. Maybe it's OK to stop being cynical at every turn and realize that they can also just get rid of this guy for virtually no cost whatsoever too. There is no risk and a very high reward. slight exaggeration.

QUOTE (Balta1701 @ Jul 17, 2014 -> 01:29 PM) At some point it sure seems like someone is going to take enormous losses on that deal. It might be TWC only but if they got any guarantees from the Dodgers to cover their tails in the deal, it could bite the Dodgers seriously as well. Interesting article, Balta. Had no idea that Dodgers had all those troubles with Cable. Also, this is first time I have ever seen someone publicly go after Magic Johnson. Thought he was bullet proof. Thanks.

QUOTE (LittleHurt05 @ Jul 16, 2014 -> 02:56 PM) That article conveniently omits how many walks he has thrown. ...Or that his BA against is .322. Colorado has a worse pitching staff tha White Sox; so we pick up Raul and put him on the 40 man roster...

The Astros screwed up a wet dream.

QUOTE (ChiSoxJon @ Jul 15, 2014 -> 07:27 AM) Lindstrom was very mediocre anyway, and Jones had no closer experience, still prefer him as a set-up man for what should be Reed...or reincarnated Jenks...Reed probably could have gave us a dozen more wins this first half alone Hey, I found someone who agrees witn me, but watch out for the onslaught from Mr. Wite.

QUOTE (PolishPrince34 @ Jul 15, 2014 -> 07:01 AM) Sickels just came out with his midseason Top 75 not including any 2014 draft picks. No Sox players on the list. http://www.minorleagueball.com/2014/7/14/5...te-2014-sickels Geez, the scrubs have five

QUOTE (elrockinMT @ Jul 14, 2014 -> 01:47 PM) Maybe if we are that intent on trading our DP combo it would behoove us to wait until after the season. I think there is too much pressure mid-season and we might not get a good return. I think Adam Dunn is the exception as far as waiting unless we figure on a new deal at less money Beckham will have zero trade value in off season. No team will want to go to arbitration with him, because that team would then be stuck with the arb award. If Sox non tender him, he is then a FA and will have to sign at a lower salary. Sox get nothing that way. Trading him in July won't get much either, but it creates an opportinity for one for our minor league infielders to get some AB's.

QUOTE (HickoryHuskers @ Jul 13, 2014 -> 10:43 AM) You don't "use an option" on a guy when you bring him up. You use an option year when he is on the 40-man roster and assigned to the minors at any point during the season. So Sanchez has already burned an option year this year and no amount of bringing him up and sending him down affects that. Correct. He was already on the 40 man. I'm pulling for Sanchez big time. This is his 6th year in the Sox organization, starting in the DSL and working his way up, making all the stops along the way. I'm sure he has had his share of adversity, but he made it to The Show. Good for him.

QUOTE (Joshua Strong @ Jul 12, 2014 -> 08:54 PM) I notice that too, but he's a guy who can hit at a high average and has might have the best contact skills in the farm but that should be something that comes down with experience. I like comparing his stats to Corey Seager of the Dodgers at this time last year and I think that he is doing better. Just curious, Josh, but why are you comparing Trey to Corey Seager?

Fathom vs Balta. I vote for Fathom. 14 errors is too many. If he can hit at higher levels, his defense will get plenty of attention.

Baseball is different than other industries. Every time a player sets a new a level, the players know it's god for everyone. Not the same for a company that makes widgets.

I bet Abreu will win at least one MVP in next five years. He is reallistically a .300++ hitter, 50 HR guy, etc.

QUOTE (Chilihead90 @ Jul 11, 2014 -> 03:26 PM) While I don't think he is a piece of s***, I do think calling him greedy is fair, and I can tell you that because of this whole thing, he hasn't gained any new fans. Even if becomes an ace in the next couple years, I have no intention of ever buying a jersey of his. Isn't really making himself a fan favorite early. Things can change, obviously. Greed is good. (per Gordon Gekko)

Micker went 2 for 4 with a triple.

QUOTE (fathom @ Jul 10, 2014 -> 03:20 PM) It's possible the Reds might need a 2nd baseman if Phillips' thumb injury is serious. Beckham would be a good fit there. Update: Phillips out 2 months with torn thumb ligament Another dreaded head first slide?

When Robin was playing, what were his main gripes about the Manager whom he hated? Bevington?? Can't remember the details.

His average is sinking like a rock. No team is likely to offer anything of value. He'll be non-tendered in off season and he'll be a journeyman player for a year or two, IMO.

The BoSox players supposedly hated AJ.

Why does Ace Ventura intentionally walk Drew, who was hitting about .150?

QUOTE (witesoxfan @ Jul 10, 2014 -> 10:02 AM) I am thinking more along the lines of $40-60 million over 3 years with an option. Teams are wisening up to giving older pitchers long term contracts. $80 wouldn't surprise me, just that it would be a mistake. Wisening???

QUOTE (Vance Law @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 08:42 PM) What are you calling Jake Petricka and Javy Guerra? Nothing. It's now the next day; I'm over it. Still a tough loss. I kind of saw it coming when we lose at least 2 runs due to sloppy base running/coaching, but with Sale out there, it should be a W. This is the second time the bullpen has imploded after taking Sale out. Question: Was RV taking him out so Sale would be able to start Sunday with 3 days rest? Maybe I'm not over it.