GreatScott82 Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 Did any of you guys see that interview on CSN with Widger? They asked him about all the pitchers, he said he was excited because they are still sooo young or at the prime of there careers. They then asked him about the new aquisition in Vazquez and he said that he caught for him in Montreal for 3 years. They have a solid chemistry when they work together. He said he brings you pure power! He finished it off by saying "I expect a big year out of him in 2006" For those of you who were upset with the departure of Colon, this guy has similar stuff. A power pitcher who can give you innings. Hmmm thats strange. When Vazquez left Montreal he began to struggle, could leaving Widger have anything to do with it?!? This just tells you how awesome Widger can call a game and valuable a small name can be on a championship team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9347 Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 I'm sure that Javier Vazquez owes his entire career to Chris Widger... however, I'm sure that Widger can remember what he did pitch selection wise back in the day to get Vaz back on track. Good info... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YASNY Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 I wonder if Widger realizes how knowledgable Sox fans appreciate how much he contributed in '05. AJ's been getting a lot of the kudos, but Widger was a very important part of the team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordan4life_2007 Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 QUOTE(YASNY @ Feb 9, 2006 -> 01:33 PM) I wonder if Widger realizes how knowledgable Sox fans appreciate how much he contributed in '05. AJ's been getting a lot of the kudos, but Widger was a very important part of the team. Totally agreed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 QUOTE(YASNY @ Feb 9, 2006 -> 11:33 AM) I wonder if Widger realizes how knowledgable Sox fans appreciate how much he contributed in '05. AJ's been getting a lot of the kudos, but Widger was a very important part of the team. Nobody beats him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreatScott82 Posted February 9, 2006 Author Share Posted February 9, 2006 QUOTE(YASNY @ Feb 9, 2006 -> 07:33 PM) I wonder if Widger realizes how knowledgable Sox fans appreciate how much he contributed in '05. AJ's been getting a lot of the kudos, but Widger was a very important part of the team. I second that! The Widgenater is very valuable! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyyle23 Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Feb 9, 2006 -> 02:41 PM) Nobody beats him. Not even Zito Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordan4life_2007 Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 I'm waiting for Qwerty to attribute Vazquez's inconsistencies the last two years to not having Widger to catch for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YASNY Posted February 9, 2006 Share Posted February 9, 2006 QUOTE(kyyle23 @ Feb 9, 2006 -> 01:46 PM) Not even Zito Not even Randy Johnson. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TLAK Posted February 11, 2006 Share Posted February 11, 2006 (edited) Posted Feb 9, 2006 -> 01:26 PM Did any of you guys see that interview on CSN with Widger? They asked him about all the pitchers, he said he was excited because they are still sooo young or at the prime of there careers. They then asked him about the new aquisition in Vazquez and he said that he caught for him in Montreal for 3 years. They have a solid chemistry when they work together. He said he brings you pure power! He finished it off by saying "I expect a big year out of him in 2006" For those of you who were upset with the departure of Colon, this guy has similar stuff. A power pitcher who can give you innings. Hmmm thats strange. When Vazquez left Montreal he began to struggle, could leaving Widger have anything to do with it?!? This just tells you how awesome Widger can call a game and valuable a small name can be on a championship team. Interesting points. For the heck of it, let's see how Javier fared in games where Chris Widger was the starting catcher. This, of course, is 'before he began to struggle'. I won't make anymore smart ass comments, but leave it to you to draw your own conclusions. Vazquez / Widger Edited February 11, 2006 by TLAK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gene Honda Civic Posted February 12, 2006 Share Posted February 12, 2006 (edited) QUOTE(TLAK @ Feb 11, 2006 -> 07:35 AM) Interesting points. For the heck of it, let's see how Javier fared in games where Chris Widger was the starting catcher. This, of course, is 'before he began to struggle'. I won't make anymore smart ass comments, but leave it to you to draw your own conclusions. Vazquez / Widger Breaking it down further. 1998 (AGE 21) IP ERA WHIP Total 172.1 6.06 1.53 W/Widge 68.2 5.90 1.49 W/O 103.2 6.16 1.56 1999 (AGE 22) IP ERA WHIP Total 154.2 5.00 1.33 W/Widge 80.1 4.36 1.23 W/O 74.1 5.69 1.44 2000 (AGE 23) IP ERA WHIP Total 217.2 4.05 1.41 W/Widge 60 3.75 1.40 W/O 157.2 4.17 1.42 (1998-2000) IP ERA WHIP Total 544.2 4.96 1.43 w/Widge 209 4.69 1.36 w/o 335.2 5.12 1.47 In every year, Vazquez was better with The Widge behind the plate. Edited February 12, 2006 by Gene Honda Civic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo's Drinker Posted February 12, 2006 Share Posted February 12, 2006 QUOTE(Gene Honda Civic @ Feb 12, 2006 -> 02:57 AM) Breaking it down further. 1998 (AGE 21) IP ERA WHIP Total 172.1 6.06 1.53 W/Widge 68.2 5.90 1.49 W/O 103.2 6.16 1.56 1999 (AGE 22) IP ERA WHIP Total 154.2 5.00 1.33 W/Widge 80.1 4.36 1.23 W/O 74.1 5.69 1.44 2000 (AGE 23) IP ERA WHIP Total 217.2 4.05 1.41 W/Widge 60 3.75 1.40 W/O 157.2 4.17 1.42 (1998-2000) IP ERA WHIP Total 544.2 4.96 1.43 w/Widge 209 4.69 1.36 w/o 335.2 5.12 1.47 In every year, Vazquez was better with The Widge behind the plate. Good find...long live the widge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreatScott82 Posted February 12, 2006 Author Share Posted February 12, 2006 QUOTE(Gene Honda Civic @ Feb 12, 2006 -> 08:57 AM) Breaking it down further. 1998 (AGE 21) IP ERA WHIP Total 172.1 6.06 1.53 W/Widge 68.2 5.90 1.49 W/O 103.2 6.16 1.56 1999 (AGE 22) IP ERA WHIP Total 154.2 5.00 1.33 W/Widge 80.1 4.36 1.23 W/O 74.1 5.69 1.44 2000 (AGE 23) IP ERA WHIP Total 217.2 4.05 1.41 W/Widge 60 3.75 1.40 W/O 157.2 4.17 1.42 (1998-2000) IP ERA WHIP Total 544.2 4.96 1.43 w/Widge 209 4.69 1.36 w/o 335.2 5.12 1.47 In every year, Vazquez was better with The Widge behind the plate. I love when you analyze! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sayitaintso Posted February 12, 2006 Share Posted February 12, 2006 QUOTE(GreatScott82 @ Feb 9, 2006 -> 01:44 PM) I second that! The Widgenater is very valuable! Everybody loves the Widge! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Sox Josh Posted February 13, 2006 Share Posted February 13, 2006 Good Widger should the personal catcher for Vazquez. Give Pierzynski a day off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted February 13, 2006 Share Posted February 13, 2006 QUOTE(White Sox Josh @ Feb 12, 2006 -> 04:31 PM) Good Widger should the personal catcher for Vazquez. Give Pierzynski a day off As long as the Widge doesn't catch Jose. For some reason he just never clicked with the Cubans all last year. The Widge also did a dandy job of catching MB last year. He was the catcher for that 1:43 game if I remember right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White Sox Josh Posted February 16, 2006 Share Posted February 16, 2006 QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Feb 12, 2006 -> 11:32 PM) As long as the Widge doesn't catch Jose. For some reason he just never clicked with the Cubans all last year. The Widge also did a dandy job of catching MB last year. He was the catcher for that 1:43 game if I remember right. yes he was. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allsox Posted February 16, 2006 Share Posted February 16, 2006 QUOTE(YASNY @ Feb 9, 2006 -> 07:33 PM) I wonder if Widger realizes how knowledgable Sox fans appreciate how much he contributed in '05. AJ's been getting a lot of the kudos, but Widger was a very important part of the team. Widge is my fav softball player playing baseball Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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