Milkman delivers Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 QUOTE (Flash Tizzle @ Dec 10, 2011 -> 07:22 AM) There really is no logical reason for him to be here. It's such a fan-boy type of signing that is only meant to invigorate the old feelings of 2005. "He's a club house leader," we'll hear. Or, "he'll be a good addition with the departure of Buehrle to manage the clubhouse." No one here knows Ventura enough as a manager to trust him; but I would rather remove the temptation all together or Rowand being on this team. I just fear a scenario where he's the go-to guy when players are struggling because of his veteran status and clubhouse leadership. I swear, I won't truly be happy until every member of the 2005 White Sox team retires. I've already anticipated hearing rumors of Buehrle returning less than two seasons from now. Couldn't agree more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 QUOTE (Flash Tizzle @ Dec 10, 2011 -> 07:22 AM) There really is no logical reason for him to be here. It's such a fan-boy type of signing that is only meant to invigorate the old feelings of 2005. "He's a club house leader," we'll hear. Or, "he'll be a good addition with the departure of Buehrle to manage the clubhouse." No one here knows Ventura enough as a manager to trust him; but I would rather remove the temptation all together or Rowand being on this team. I just fear a scenario where he's the go-to guy when players are struggling because of his veteran status and clubhouse leadership. I swear, I won't truly be happy until every member of the 2005 White Sox team retires. I've already anticipated hearing rumors of Buehrle returning less than two seasons from now. And there you have it. The only reason people are against is exactly because he is Aaron Rowand. Teams bring in washed up vets all of the time, especially ones that are trying to teach kids how to play the game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowand44 Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Dec 10, 2011 -> 11:05 AM) And there you have it. The only reason people are against is exactly because he is Aaron Rowand. Teams bring in washed up vets all of the time, especially ones that are trying to teach kids how to play the game. There's just no reason to have him unless they think he can sell some tickets. Lillibridge is literally better in every facet of the game at this point, it's just a pointless move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9347 Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 The last time Aaron Rowand was on the Chicago White Sox, they won the World Series. Coincidence? I think not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowand44 Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 QUOTE (Steve9347 @ Dec 10, 2011 -> 02:51 PM) The last time Aaron Rowand was on the Chicago White Sox, they won the World Series. Coincidence? I think not. Of course not but back than Aaron was the best baseball player in the history of life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty34 Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 QUOTE (Rowand44 @ Dec 10, 2011 -> 02:50 PM) There's just no reason to have him unless they think he can sell some tickets. Lillibridge is literally better in every facet of the game at this point, it's just a pointless move. Lillibridge gets the first chance at SS after Ramirez is traded. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9347 Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 QUOTE (Rowand44 @ Dec 10, 2011 -> 02:54 PM) Of course not but back than Aaron was the best baseball player in the history of life. He's still got it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Allen Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 (edited) QUOTE (Marty34 @ Dec 10, 2011 -> 03:57 PM) Lillibridge gets the first chance at SS after Ramirez is traded. You really want the Sox to suck. If Lillibridge has any value, I'd trade him. He'll fall back to earth. Edited December 10, 2011 by Dick Allen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caulfield12 Posted December 10, 2011 Share Posted December 10, 2011 Why don't they bring back Joe Crede in some kind of capacity, infield instructor/defense coach? (Especially with Cora gone...that was SUPPOSEDLY his specialty). I guess since Ventura played the same position...it would be a bit of overkill, but they're already going to have a bobblehead night and it would be better to have Crede as coach than Rowand as player. Then again, they have McEwing who also played all those infield positions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted December 11, 2011 Share Posted December 11, 2011 QUOTE (Rowand44 @ Dec 10, 2011 -> 02:54 PM) Of course not but back than Aaron was the best baseball player in the history of life. And if someone had actually said that, this might be relevant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowand44 Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Dec 10, 2011 -> 06:37 PM) And if someone had actually said that, this might be relevant. Err, I wasn't mocking anybody except myself...kind of. I'm clearly an Aaron Rowand fan, will always love the guy but he's just pointless for this team right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtySox Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 QUOTE (Dick Allen @ Dec 10, 2011 -> 04:25 PM) You really want the Sox to suck. If Lillibridge has any value, I'd trade him. He'll fall back to earth. Reports at the winter meetings had Lillibridge as one of the most sought after players the Sox have, believe it or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caulfield12 Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 QUOTE (DirtySox @ Dec 11, 2011 -> 08:03 PM) Reports at the winter meetings had Lillibridge as one of the most sought after players the Sox have, believe it or not. I could believe it...and would be the perfect example of a "sell high" guy of almost anyone on our roster, except for maybe Konerko and Humber (although the luster came off the last couple of months of the season). With all the uncertainty around Beckham and Morel, with Rios a huge question mark...he's more valuable as a backstop at every position on the field, including 1B. Some have advocated putting him at SS and 3B, and he played first last year at times for Konerko/Dunn defensively. I'll give Greg Walker and/or Brent himself some credit with his baseball resuscitation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottyDo Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 I hear he's in the best shape of his life, so maybe I should re-think my position... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fathom Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 Rowand to the Marlins on a minor-league deal. You can't make this stuff up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottyDo Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 QUOTE (fathom @ Dec 12, 2011 -> 07:01 PM) Rowand to the Marlins on a minor-league deal. You can't make this stuff up! Hahaha no way! Next fish: Crede. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordan4life_2007 Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 Too pathetic for words. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eminor3rd Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 See? This is the influence this man has. So glad we're rid of Guillen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmags Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 He'll be starting in CF everyday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swingandalongonetoleft Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 QUOTE (fathom @ Dec 12, 2011 -> 05:01 PM) Rowand to the Marlins on a minor-league deal. You can't make this stuff up! This made my day. This is all sorts of hilarious. Bummer that Garcia re-signed with NYY. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JorgeFabregas Posted December 12, 2011 Share Posted December 12, 2011 God bless America. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunofgold Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 (edited) It is a minor league deal. Why didn't we think of that? LOL@ We should have signed him first. The 2012 Marlins : The 2005 White Sox Class Reunion Who else can make it to Florida? Jenks - if he and Guillens make up Freddy Garcia - midseason trade from Yankees Garland - where is he? Uribe - trade with Dodgers? Edited December 13, 2011 by sunofgold Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macsandz Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 The irony of Ozzie saving Kenny from himself... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockRaines Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 If Freddy Garcia doesnt end up with the marlins somehow its probably because someone vetoed it at some point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitewashed in '05 Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 Hahaha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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