BlackSox13

Seeing as how I'm late to the party and others have pretty much said what I would post. I would simply like to take the time to say thank you to both the Astros and Marlins for their selections in the 2014 draft.

I see a guy trying his best to keep the team loose while having some fun. I think its great Sierra shows some love for his teammates and outside of Connor everyone else looks like they enjoy it. That's about as far as I'm willing to read into it. I'm glad he's apart of this team.

The thread killer is the fact Hahn has already stated the Sox won't be trading for high priced players.

QUOTE (The Ultimate Champion @ Jul 16, 2014 -> 09:18 PM) I think this is the most realistic scenario and probably the one preferred by the org. It'll be L-R-L-R-L if they get their wish & Rodon will be one of those guys. Maybe someone offers the moon for Q and things change but I doubt it, Danks will probably be the odd man out. This is what I'm hoping for. I know Q could bring a haul but unless blown away, he's not going anywhere. If Danks continues to pitch well the rest of the season I'd bet he's gone for sure this winter when teams budgets have more flexabiity. IMO, keep Danks for now and hope this scenario plays out over the winter. Back to Hector. I like the guy and at times he could dominate but those walks are a just a killer.

As others have pointed out, the Sox have plenty of room in the payroll. Use Danks to bridge the gap to Rodon and then trade Danks. Hopefully Danks improves his value even more while we wait for Rodon.

Have to say no to this. He just walks too many batters. Frustrating at times to say the least.

While that was a rather long read it does give some insight to some of the things the Astros have done before the Aiken situation came along. This is some s*** storm brewing here. Glad its not the Sox. Thanks for posting the info Caulfield.

Hawk can nickname someone all he wants but if the fans don't use it, it means nothing.

So the small ligament is the " abnormality". Is there a chance that ligament grows to a normal size as Aiken matures? He's only what, 17/18?

QUOTE (Joshua Strong @ Jul 15, 2014 -> 02:18 PM) If I'm Rick Hahn, I'm getting an offer ready for Aiken if he reaches FA. I might go $10 million for Aiken, I think he's that good. Its been reported that 10M won't be enough. How true that is, I do not know. I just can't see him hitting the free agent market.

QUOTE (LDF @ Jul 15, 2014 -> 01:26 PM) I think the idea of trading him may be 1 season too early. let him continue to build on his success. And buy the Sox more time to keep working with Davidson. If someone is willing to pay then fine , otherwise I'm fine with keeping Connor.

Somehow I get the feeling that somewhere Tyler Kolek is snickering a little since Houston passed on the Texas flame thrower for Aiken.

Sounds like Houston is taking advantage of an unfortunate situation with Aiken for the sake of being cheap. I understand Houston's concern but aren't possible elbow problems the reason why kids are told not to throw breaking balls while their body is still growing? Aiken does have a pretty damn good curve ball for a high school pitcher. I don't remember the soxtalk members name right now but he would know better than I as for kids throwing breaking balls.

QUOTE (BaseballNick @ Jul 14, 2014 -> 11:44 PM) Do we know when this is going to be? Nothing at this point. Last I read it would be decided after Rodon's signing week ( this week) is over. Guess he's working with the Dash coaches for right now.

Good job, looks good here.

QUOTE (lasttriptotulsa @ Jul 15, 2014 -> 08:31 AM) The site is displaying all kinds of goofy for me today. Everything is center justified and I'm having the same issue you mentioned. Wasn't sure if it was my web browser or what was going on. My initial thought was " wtf, I only drank four beers last night!". Just waking up added to the confusion til this thread was made.

Wait,its not there after you post in a thread like usual.

It was gone momentarily on my end but is back to normal.

I just noticed it myself.

Sanchez has rather quietly put together a good season so far at Charlotte and is still just 22. Im excited to see what he can do in a Sox uni over the next few years. But, I do not give Ramirez away either.

Rodon is now a member of the Sox organization, has huge upside and that's all that matters to me at this point. Nothing much left to say til Rodon makes his pro debut. Go Sox!

QUOTE (Rowand44 @ Jul 13, 2014 -> 10:21 AM) Hi. But I'm off to the gym to sober up. Last night got a tad out of control. I know the feeling. Thinking about doing some drunk posting tonight either here or at the music forum I'm on.

Come on guys, where's the drunks at? Wtf?

Wheeler had a hell of game with 9 k's in 4 IP with 0 er.

QUOTE (zenryan @ Jul 12, 2014 -> 07:36 PM) yeah. never liked the guy. he's always been a douche. Hey, I really don't see where you're coming from as far as the brawl is concerned but I can respect the consistency in your dislike.