Steve9347 Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 (edited) just heard on 670, more details to follow. Kenny Williams on Swisher “Nick is a quality switch hitter who consistently gets on base, hits for power and drives in runs,” Williams said. “He gives Ozzie Guillen offensive flexibility with his ability to hit in a number of spots up and down the batting order, and his athleticism allows him to play any outfield position or first base. Nick brings to the ballpark a mix of hard-nosed play, energy and a commitment to winning, and he brings it each and every day. He’s a great addition to our team and clubhouse.” Edited January 3, 2008 by knightni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Controlled Chaos Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 QUOTE(Steve9347 @ Jan 3, 2008 -> 01:00 PM) just heard on 670, more details to follow. Gio gone, Sweeney gone more details to follow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 f***ING YES YES YES!!!! If Gio/Sweeney/DSL are the main guys (I'm adding DSL's name assuming he's gone) I'd be freaking thrilled with this move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregory Pratt Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 Swish! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9347 Posted January 3, 2008 Author Share Posted January 3, 2008 QUOTE(Controlled Chaos @ Jan 3, 2008 -> 01:01 PM) Gio gone, Sweeney gone more details to follow Good info, I'll post more as I find it... ummm we have a lot of OF now... but still no CF? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregory Pratt Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 Gio/Sweeney/more? Hmm. Let's wait and see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Felix Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 SWISHER?!?!! This is a dream come true.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9347 Posted January 3, 2008 Author Share Posted January 3, 2008 Swish hit .262 but with a .381 OBP last year, 22 dongs, 78 RBI, 36 2B. Sounds like just Sweeney and Gio. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 Is Quentin going to be a piece of this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joejoesox Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 so yeah swish in LF i guess? crede = gone, fields at 3b? swish in RF, dye getting traded? swish at 1B, konk being dealt? i don't quite understand what the plans are for Swish, anyone have any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 QUOTE(Steve9347 @ Jan 3, 2008 -> 11:03 AM) Swish hit .262 but with a .381 OBP last year, 22 dongs, 78 RBI, 36 2B. Sounds like just Sweeney and Gio. I love Nick Swisher. Put him in a smaller park and you'll see that average climb, the power numbers climb, and the OBP stay ridiculously high. In fact, I think he could easily push a .400 OBP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 It is official.....Gio/DSL/Sweeney for Nick Swisher Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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CWSGuy406 Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 QUOTE(Chisoxfn @ Jan 3, 2008 -> 07:05 PM) It is official.....Gio/DSL/Sweeney for Nick Swisher DLS gone? Gah. f***. this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9347 Posted January 3, 2008 Author Share Posted January 3, 2008 QUOTE(Chisoxfn @ Jan 3, 2008 -> 01:05 PM) It is official.....Gio/DSL/Sweeney for Nick Swisher Three iffy spects for a 27 year old stud potential bat entering his prime? Nice move, KW. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spiderman Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 Why is this a great trade ? Last 3 years, his batting averages are .236, .254, and .262 2 years ago, in 157 games, he had 35 HR and 95 RBI. Last season, he had 22 HR and 78 RBI. What is his contract situation ? I know he's only 27, but is he signed for a few more years ? What position does he play ? CF ? LF ? Where do we stand on a lead off hitter ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 DLS is gone according to my sources. I don't think the radio has said anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoSox05 Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 Dosen't Swisher play CF too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Controlled Chaos Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 QUOTE(Steve9347 @ Jan 3, 2008 -> 01:06 PM) He certainly looks like a grinder!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9347 Posted January 3, 2008 Author Share Posted January 3, 2008 QUOTE(CWSGuy406 @ Jan 3, 2008 -> 01:06 PM) DLS gone? Gah. f***. this. DLS is at least three years away, who cares... Gio's the biggest piece here and Nick Swisher is going to CRUSH in the Cell... the smaller foul territory will = a 20 point increase in batting average alone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevo880 Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 i like the aqcuisition it just seems like those 3 specs are a bit much to give up imo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Felix Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 QUOTE(spiderman @ Jan 3, 2008 -> 02:07 PM) Why is this a great trade ? Last 3 years, his batting averages are .236, .254, and .262 Because batting averages tell the whole story. Swisher is a stud, and he's going to absolutely rake in the Cell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 QUOTE(GoSox05 @ Jan 3, 2008 -> 11:07 AM) Dosen't Swisher play CF too? I know when he was in the minors a lot of people thought he'd play center. That said, he's a bigger guy so I don't think he'd have the range for CF. Quentin would be more likely to play CF, imo. This move gives the Sox a huge OBP guy to have near the top of the order and gets them another young position player (although they obviously gave up a couple of there finest prospects). My question is does this make the Sox consider moving one of there veteran bats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soxbadger Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 Swisher played 59 games in CF last year. Also even though his BA is was only .262 his obp was .381. He drew 100 bbs last year and should benefit moving out of the A's stadium. Its hard to trade our top 2 pitching spects, but I really do not have faith in the Sox pitching spects due to our past history so my guess is that in 3 or 4 years Sox fans will be very happy that Swisher is a Sox player. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chisoxfn Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 Swisher is signed through the 2011 season with a club option for 2012. Below is a quote from Williams on the trade: “Nick is a quality switch hitter who consistently gets on base, hits for power and drives in runs,” Williams said. “He gives Ozzie Guillen offensive flexibility with his ability to hit in a number of spots up and down the batting order, and his athleticism allows him to play any outfield position or first base. Nick brings to the ballpark a mix of hard-nosed play, energy and a commitment to winning, and he brings it each and every day. He’s a great addition to our team and clubhouse.” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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