toasty Posted January 7, 2005 Share Posted January 7, 2005 As of my count per whitesox.com, the sox now stand at 41 on the 40 man roster, including AJ... what is going on, who is going to leave it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gene Honda Civic Posted January 7, 2005 Share Posted January 7, 2005 Like tony said, Reynoso is the obvious odd-man-out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulokis Posted January 7, 2005 Share Posted January 7, 2005 yep reynoso seems to be the only one expendable. welcome AJ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBAHO Posted January 7, 2005 Share Posted January 7, 2005 It'll be Reynoso most likely, the only reason he was put on the 40 man in the 1st place, was to protect him from the Rule 5 draft, because he throw up to 95MPH on his fastball. It won't be Davis or Burke like others have mentioned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted January 7, 2005 Share Posted January 7, 2005 Reynoso but there are other guys I could see pulling from the roster as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck Weaver's Ghost Posted January 7, 2005 Share Posted January 7, 2005 Any idea what Kenny had in mind when he signed Kevin Walker? I'm not so sure the spot dropped from the roster will be Paulino Reynoso. This was in the latest issue of Baseball America which speculates on Reynoso's future: BASEBALL AMERICA - 1.30.05 From First To The Bump CHICAGO—Paulino Reynoso's presence on the White Sox' 40-man roster goes to show why pitching coaches pay attention during infield. The lefthander signed out of the Dominican Republic in 1998 as a first baseman. Along with two others, he was given a chance to pitch in the spring of 2001. It was the idea of Don Cooper, the organization's minor league pitching coordinator at the time, and then-farm director Bob Fontaine. Four seasons later, none of the three has made it out of Class A. Righthanders Julio Castro is among this year's pool of minor league free agents, and Rolando Garza left as a minor league free agent a year ago. But Reynoso's star is on the rise. After spending the last two seasons at low Class A Kannapolis, the 24-year-old spent 2004 with high Class A Winston-Salem. He made 19 starts, second only to righthander Sean Tracey, and compiled a 3.95 ERA. He held hitters to a .256 average. But Reynoso was a piddling 3-2, bringing his career record to 14-19. Those aren't numbers that normally get a pitcher protected, but farm director David Wilder said Reynoso is headed for a breakthrough season in 2005. He felt his arm was too good to risk losing him in the Rule 5 draft. "His velocity is quite good, really," Wilder said. "He was up to 94 (mph). He's also got a good slider. He's a very interesting kid." Reynoso will get his first look at advanced hitters in spring training. He projects to take the next step to Double-A Birmingham, where the Sox should learn just how much he has benefited from the on-the-job training he's gotten since putting his bat down. My vote is for Kevin Walker... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted January 7, 2005 Share Posted January 7, 2005 You could see the Sox designate Ben Davis for assignment and then have 10 days to trade him. Matt Smith is another possibility but I was long told that he was going to get at least a shot this spring. However his upside isn't necessarily huge. And then there is the possibility of the Sox giving up Borchard or Escobar, which I just can't see happening. However with Anderson kind of developing you never know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck Weaver's Ghost Posted January 7, 2005 Share Posted January 7, 2005 Quote You could see the Sox designate Ben Davis for assignment and then have 10 days to trade him. Matt Smith is another possibility but I was long told that he was going to get at least a shot this spring. However his upside isn't necessarily huge. Why do you think the Sox would choose Davis over Burke? While I'm a fan of Burke and what he did last year, I feel Davis because of his age, MLB experience over the past few years, and the way he BA improved when he moved over from Seattle to the Sox would have me lean towards him if I had to pick one of the two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted January 7, 2005 Share Posted January 7, 2005 QUOTE(Buck Weaver's Ghost @ Jan 6, 2005 -> 09:54 PM) Quote You could see the Sox designate Ben Davis for assignment and then have 10 days to trade him. Matt Smith is another possibility but I was long told that he was going to get at least a shot this spring. However his upside isn't necessarily huge. Why do you think the Sox would choose Davis over Burke? Because I personally believe they feel he's a better backup catcher. I just don't know if Davis is the type of guy you want coming off the bench. Mix that with his little higher price tag and it gives a reason to get rid of him, especially if that frees up enough money to go a little extra on Iguchi. However, considering Burke has now half a season or so in the bigs, my ultimate guess is that the Sox carry 3 catchers into spring training. You may see them deal one of them then depending on how they feel. I also like Ryan Hankins, but if you deal Davis then your getting risky putting the pressure on other guys if Pyrz goes down. I also like Burke's approach at the plate a lot more then Ben's. Ben has a very long swing, although I do see some potential in him still. I also think Burke calls a good game and has good fundementals behind the plate. Davis is solid too, not as bad as some people believe. Another possibility is the Sox actually move Willie Harris. I don't see them moving Timo, but thats possible too. I'd guess that would be a spring training move. One last question is, is the roster at 41 including Thomas and Escobar? Cause those two don't count or something like that if I recall since they are on the 60 day DL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted January 7, 2005 Share Posted January 7, 2005 Hell, I'll throw one other name out there: Kris Honel If the Sox don't like the way he's progressing from his phantom injury, then there could be a shot that they drop him from the 40. I find it unlikely soley because he was a 1st round selection and does have a high upside if he ever finds his arm slot again. I'm way down on Honel as you can tell. But we'll know quickly whether he's got a shot or whether he's done, imo. By quickly I mean first month and a half of the season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBAHO Posted January 7, 2005 Share Posted January 7, 2005 QUOTE(Chisoxfn @ Jan 7, 2005 -> 04:57 PM) Why do you think the Sox would choose Davis over Burke? QUOTE(Chisoxfn @ Jan 7, 2005 -> 04:57 PM) Because I personally believe they feel he's a better backup catcher. I just don't know if Davis is the type of guy you want coming off the bench. Mix that with his little higher price tag and it gives a reason to get rid of him, especially if that frees up enough money to go a little extra on Iguchi. However, considering Burke has now half a season or so in the bigs, my ultimate guess is that the Sox carry 3 catchers into spring training. You may see them deal one of them then depending on how they feel. I also like Ryan Hankins, but if you deal Davis then your getting risky putting the pressure on other guys if Pyrz goes down. I also like Burke's approach at the plate a lot more then Ben's. Ben has a very long swing, although I do see some potential in him still. I also think Burke calls a good game and has good fundementals behind the plate. Davis is solid too, not as bad as some people believe. Another possibility is the Sox actually move Willie Harris. I don't see them moving Timo, but thats possible too. I'd guess that would be a spring training move. One last question is, is the roster at 41 including Thomas and Escobar? Cause those two don't count or something like that if I recall since they are on the 60 day DL. Hankins left as a minor league free agent so I don't know what the status is on him coming back. But if we got rid of David or Burke, Hankins would be an ideal 3rd catcher, as he can also play in the infield. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted January 7, 2005 Share Posted January 7, 2005 QUOTE(DBAH0 @ Jan 6, 2005 -> 10:23 PM) Hankins left as a minor league free agent so I don't know what the status is on him coming back. But if we got rid of David or Burke, Hankins would be an ideal 3rd catcher, as he can also play in the infield. I think you'll see Hankins resign with the Sox, but I could be wrong. I'm pretty sure the feelings are mutual. I'll tell you one thing...I'm rooting for Hankins no matter where he goes. Class Act. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beck72 Posted January 7, 2005 Share Posted January 7, 2005 I think a trade could free some space. Probably with guys who could make another teams 25 man roster but might have trouble making/ fitting in with the Sox 25 man: Everett [besides Dh for Frank while he rehabs, where will he fit? Plus, Pk can DH and Gload play 1B if Frank is out until May] Borchard; Adkins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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