southsider2k5 Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 I am going to start the hype right now. After watching this kid pitch, and listening to him talk to Hawk and DJ, I have no doubts that this kid could step into our rotation today. My question is if someone in the Sox rotation got hurt, would Brandon be the first one called up right now? Has he passed Diaz and Munoz with his outings this spring? Ozzie thinks so, and I agree with him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spod=Ratings Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 i think he should be also Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowand44 Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 QUOTE(southsider2k5 @ Mar 10, 2005 -> 03:57 PM) I am going to start the hype right now. After watching this kid pitch, and listening to him talk to Hawk and DJ, I have no doubts that this kid could step into our rotation today. My question is if someone in the Sox rotation got hurt, would Brandon be the first one called up right now? Has he passed Diaz and Munoz with his outings this spring? Ozzie thinks so, and I agree with him. With his performance so far in the spring and how much ozzie seems to like him, yes I would think he'd be the 6th starter if and when we need him this year. Not a bad guy to have step in if you ask me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That funky motion Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 I would say yes! 1st call up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockRaines Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 he is no doubt the first call up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitesoxin' Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 (edited) Hawk was interviewing B-Mac during the game and told him Ozzie has said that he would not hesitate and bring up B-Mac if need be. Brandon responded by saying that was his goal coming into ST. It's good to see that he has set his goals high. Edit: I should read all of your post before responding next time. Edited March 10, 2005 by whitesoxin' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palehosefan Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 My question is, why does Hawk keep referring to BMac as "the 24 year old". Is Hawk nuts or am I the one going nuts thinking he's 21 going on 22 in July? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowand44 Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 QUOTE(Palehosefan @ Mar 10, 2005 -> 04:32 PM) My question is, why does Hawk keep referring to BMac as "the 24 year old". Is Hawk nuts or am I the one going nuts thinking he's 21 going on 22 in July? It's hawk or atleast I think it is, otherwise I'm also going crazy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Critic Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 I can't tell you how happy I am to see some of the young guys looking good. Sweeney, Anderson, McCarthy, even Owens - it's got me really looking forward to them getting a chance in the bigs!! Dare I say......the kids can play.......? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beck72 Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 No doubt. The fact is this kid knows how to pitch, throws strikes, and lets the other team get themselves out. He showed today he's got the smarts to be successful. Diaz and Munoz may yet be decent. If this was 2004 spring training this kid could come north and make this team. I'm much more confident that the 5th spot would be OK should someone go down with him in AAA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palehosefan Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 It just really confused me because Hawk even said it right in front of McCarthy during the interview and Brandon didn't correct him. I'm assuming he was just being polite to Hawk. Either way, Brandon looked very impressive, I don't care what his velocity was or will be, he can pitch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowand44 Posted March 10, 2005 Share Posted March 10, 2005 QUOTE(Palehosefan @ Mar 10, 2005 -> 04:42 PM) It just really confused me because Hawk even said it right in front of McCarthy during the interview and Brandon didn't correct him. I'm assuming he was just being polite to Hawk. Either way, Brandon looked very impressive, I don't care what his velocity was or will be, he can pitch. I think that was it palehose. Brandon seems to have a lot of respect for Hawk and dj and just the organization and players in general. He probably didn't want to correct him on the air. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoxFan1 Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 He is so damn skinny though but I don't care if he was as thin as a piece of paper as long as he keeps pitching like he is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punch and Judy Garland Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Ask DJ what happens when you backtalk Hawk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UofIChiSox Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 He'll never pitch in the majors if he can't learn to zip up his fly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoxFanForever Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 QUOTE(UofIChiSox @ Mar 11, 2005 -> 12:54 AM) He'll never pitch in the majors if he can't learn to zip up his fly. Great pic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoxFan1 Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 How ever did you notice that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UofIChiSox Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 QUOTE(SoxFan1 @ Mar 11, 2005 -> 01:04 AM) How ever did you notice that? Click on this link, then go to the second link there labeled as "Chicago White Sox pitcher Brandon McCarthy warms up before facing the Texas Rangers in a Cactus League game at spring..." The open fly kind of jumps right out at you seeing as how it's centered and you can't even see his face. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoxFan1 Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 QUOTE(UofIChiSox @ Mar 10, 2005 -> 09:12 PM) Click on this link, then go to the second link there labeled as "Chicago White Sox pitcher Brandon McCarthy warms up before facing the Texas Rangers in a Cactus League game at spring..." The open fly kind of jumps right out at you seeing as how it's centered and you can't even see his face. HAHAHAHAHAH! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoxFan1 Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 QUOTE(Tony82087 @ Mar 10, 2005 -> 09:15 PM) Looks like RotoWorld thinks so..................... Brandon McCarthy yielded just one hit in four scoreless innings against the Rangers today. Hank Blalock doubled to become the only batter to reach base against McCarthy. With the way Jose Contreras and Orlando Hernandez have looked so far, there's a real chance the White Sox are going to need McCarthy by July, maybe sooner. I hope he succeeds but then again, I hope he doesn't make it this year because that would mean that our 5 starters are doing well. Never enough pitchers though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBAHO Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Brandon shouldn't be rushed. The arbitration process will be started early, and we don't want a Zack Grienke or Jeremy Bonderman situation on our hands. Let him dominate at B-Ham or Charlotte for the majority of the year, don't forget he's never pitched higher than AA before, and he was only pitching for the Barons for about a month or 2 including playoffs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aboz56 Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 Let him work his way in. We don't need another rushed pitcher who comes up and loses his confidence due to not being ready for the show. He needs another year in the minors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaseballNick Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 QUOTE(UofIChiSox @ Mar 10, 2005 -> 06:54 PM) He'll never pitch in the majors if he can't learn to zip up his fly. B-Mac leaves his balls on the field. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBAHO Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 QUOTE(Tony82087 @ Mar 11, 2005 -> 01:16 PM) Exactly. I think KW has put the team in a good situation. This is the 1st year in the last 4 years that there isnt a need for another starter in the rotation, so having Bmac up isnt a need at this point. I will be beyond pissed if Bmac gets like 3 or 4 starts in AAA, is doing great, then someone goes down, or they just call him up anyway, he gets rocked, then is messed up in the head when he goes back down to AAA. He is still so young, no need to rush. There are other options we can use besides B-Mac. Hermanson can be used as a starter, and if Adkins is starting in AAA, he could be given a shot as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aboz56 Posted March 11, 2005 Share Posted March 11, 2005 QUOTE(DBAH0 @ Mar 10, 2005 -> 09:19 PM) There are other options we can use besides B-Mac. Hermanson can be used as a starter, and if Adkins is starting in AAA, he could be given a shot as well. Or Diaz, Munoz or Cotts. Don't call up a guy who is not ready. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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