maxjusttyped Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 2 minutes ago, fathom said: That near .300 OPS this year is deceptive Reasonable people were acting like I was crazy for suggesting he should have opened the year in a platoon or Charlotte ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fathom Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 1 minute ago, Timmy U said: I wanted Robert hitting, but apparently his pinkie is worse than I imagined. Just watch, they will play him next week and he will swing one-handed again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nrockway Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 1 minute ago, Timmy U said: I wanted Robert hitting, but apparently his pinkie is worse than I imagined. his pinkie is probably fine they're just giving him a much deserved break now that there's nothing to play for. if I was Robert and the Sox were my employer, I'd be pissed they're making me show up to the job site regardless. I think my pinkie needs a bunch of x-rays by a doctor in Hawaii. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fathom Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 Just now, maxjusttyped said: Reasonable people were acting like I was crazy for suggesting he should have opened the year in a platoon or Charlotte ? It’s simple, if they foolishly think they can contend next year, he’s not your starting RF. Hopefully he goes on a tear the rest of the way, but he’s at best a platoon guy right now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fathom Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 Frelick is going to lead the world in infield pop ups. Joe Crede is jealous 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxjusttyped Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 Just now, fathom said: It’s simple, if they foolishly think they can contend next year, he’s not your starting RF. Hopefully he goes on a tear the rest of the way, but he’s at best a platoon guy right now I know he's still a rookie, etc but I see nothing in his profile to suggest he'll be a good big leaguer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caulfield12 Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 Ramsey would make a good outside hitter on a beach volleyball team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caulfield12 Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 (edited) 6 minutes ago, nrockway said: his pinkie is probably fine they're just giving him a much deserved break now that there's nothing to play for. if I was Robert and the Sox were my employer, I'd be pissed they're making me show up to the job site regardless. I think my pinkie needs a bunch of x-rays by a doctor in Hawaii. Might want to avoid another wildfire... Edited August 13, 2023 by caulfield12 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
South Side Hit Men Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 This game further proves zero Central teams from either league deserves a playoff spot, in addition to garbage wild cards. This four team Best of Seven League Championship Series far better than what they will slap out there in October. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soxfaninfl Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 What a good manager does. Was hoping Eloy would see the lefty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fathom Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 2 minutes ago, South Side Hit Men said: This game further proves zero Central teams from either league deserves a playoff spot, in addition to garbage wild cards. This four team Best of Seven League Championship Series far better than what they will slap out there in October. I hate this, but the Cubs are really good now. Bellinger is playing out of his mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fathom Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 Benintendi had a .302 average batting 1st, and he’s now around .245 batting 2nd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timmy U Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 Just now, fathom said: I hate this, but the Cubs are really good now. Bellinger is playing out of his mind. That was one of the possible outcomes. Bellinger has that MVP upside and they were able to tap into it. He's about to get 6/180. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PitchatRisktoZisk Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 Watching a legit manager against an imposter like Grifol is a stark comparison. It's sad to see us fail at virtually every aspect of baseball. The sadder thought is this clown show of JR, Williams, and Hahn aren't going anywhere. They are why we can never have nice things. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caulfield12 Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 2 minutes ago, Timmy U said: That was one of the possible outcomes. Bellinger has that MVP upside and they were able to tap into it. He's about to get 6/180. But is Ricketts going to shell out for that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timmy U Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 Just now, caulfield12 said: But is Ricketts going to shell out for that? IDK. Someone will. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
South Side Hit Men Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 1 minute ago, caulfield12 said: But is Ricketts going to shell out for that? Doesn't need to. He has a President and GM who can find the next one. Garbage organizations like the Padres overpay for past performance. White Sox overpay for mediocre past performance on players looking to retire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buehrle>Wood Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 6 minutes ago, Timmy U said: That was one of the possible outcomes. Bellinger has that MVP upside and they were able to tap into it. He's about to get 6/180. No way would I give him anything near that but I guess someone will. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
South Side Hit Men Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 I have to admit, the Jesus radio commercials help calm me down while the Sox are losing, aka the norm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timmy U Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 Just now, South Side Hit Men said: Doesn't need to. He has a President and GM who can find the next one. Garbage organizations like the Padres overpay for past performance. White Sox overpay for mediocre past performance on players looking to retire. Counterpoint: Bellinger is 28. It's possible he's going to be good for the next 5 years. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
South Side Hit Men Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 Moncada dabbing tonight. Keep the line moving boys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
South Side Hit Men Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 1 minute ago, Timmy U said: Counterpoint: Bellinger is 28. It's possible he's going to be good for the next 5 years. I realize the age on him, but those 32-34 age years are likely to be what he was the past few years. Players typically spike their final season before free agency. It happens regularly, and I expect Tim and Yoan to turn it on next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caulfield12 Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 (edited) 6 minutes ago, South Side Hit Men said: Doesn't need to. He has a President and GM who can find the next one. Garbage organizations like the Padres overpay for past performance. White Sox overpay for mediocre past performance on players looking to retire. The Cubs are hardly the examplars of maximizing talent. They missed by a country mile on Mancini. Suzuki has been disappointing as well for long stretches. What will fans do if they miss the postseason and have nothing to show for Stroman and Bellinger? Edited August 13, 2023 by caulfield12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soxfaninfl Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 10 minutes ago, PitchatRisktoZisk said: Watching a legit manager against an imposter like Grifol is a stark comparison. It's sad to see us fail at virtually every aspect of baseball. The sadder thought is this clown show of JR, Williams, and Hahn aren't going anywhere. They are why we can never have nice things. Game has been a clinic on good and bad managing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fathom Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 1 minute ago, caulfield12 said: The Cubs are hardly the examplars of maximizing talent. They missed by a country mile on Mancini. What will fans do if they miss the postseason and have nothing to show for Stroman and Bellinger? Be content they went for it and turn their attention to Ohtani Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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