The Ginger Kid Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 QUOTE (Marty34 @ May 26, 2012 -> 08:25 AM) Look at the Sox attendance historically and they've never drawn in April/May when they weren't very good the season before. Unfortunately for them most of their choice home games are early in the season which is one of the reasons I'm sure they had such a drastic payroll cut. As far as attendance goes, this year is all about shoring up and growing the season ticket base some in what remains a very tough economic climate. I think you're right about the previous year and its impact. Seems like the Sox suffer a heavier blow than most teams for a bad season. I think (hope?) the fact that the Cubs are the worst team in baseball, coupled with the Sox' better-than-projected start, will bring more fans out in the summer months. The key? The Sox must continue to give them a reason to come out. And let's face it, it doesn't hurt having names like Dunn and Peavy on the roster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshPR Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 QUOTE (robinventura23 @ May 26, 2012 -> 10:36 AM) I'll be there today! Wearing my Paulie jersey with pride and getting my Robin bobblehead! Bring home a victory dadgumit, I'll be watching over here in the empire state... : Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshPR Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 Tough game today, Lowe has been pitching well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 QUOTE (The Ginger Kid @ May 26, 2012 -> 12:50 PM) I think you're right about the previous year and its impact. Seems like the Sox suffer a heavier blow than most teams for a bad season. I think (hope?) the fact that the Cubs are the worst team in baseball, coupled with the Sox' better-than-projected start, will bring more fans out in the summer months. The key? The Sox must continue to give them a reason to come out. And let's face it, it doesn't hurt having names like Dunn and Peavy on the roster. The problem for the Sox is that it was more than just "A bad season", it's compounding multiple years of disappointment, ending in 2 really, incredibly disappointing seasons, and big budget cuts/the kids can play rebuilding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigEdWalsh Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 QUOTE (JoshPR @ May 26, 2012 -> 10:23 AM) Bring home a victory dadgumit, I'll be watching over here in the empire state... : Right on! I'll be watching over here in the Evergreen state.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamshack Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 Hey Balta, are we getting screwed again by Fox? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 QUOTE (iamshack @ May 26, 2012 -> 02:33 PM) Hey Balta, are we getting screwed again by Fox? I think we're good today. Fox is running Saturday Night games right now. DirecTV has both our channel and Cleveland's channel listed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamshack Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 QUOTE (Balta1701 @ May 26, 2012 -> 01:36 PM) I think we're good today. Fox is running Saturday Night games right now. DirecTV has both our channel and Cleveland's channel listed. Excellent...thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg775 Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 QUOTE (Balta1701 @ May 26, 2012 -> 06:25 PM) The problem for the Sox is that it was more than just "A bad season", it's compounding multiple years of disappointment, ending in 2 really, incredibly disappointing seasons, and big budget cuts/the kids can play rebuilding. Plus letting a guy like Mark go to another team. Public relations/ticket sales nightmare. At these prices who besides business owners can afford tickets n parking? The average southsider with wife n two kids cannot even consider attending more than a few games a season. The cost of a game for all four has to be staggering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 De Aza CF Beckham 2B Dunn DH Konerko 1B Rios RF Pierzynski C Viciedo LF Ramirez SS Hudson 3B. Peavy vs RF Choo CF Brantley 2b Jason Kipnis DH Lopez 1B Kotchman LF Damon 3B Hannahan SS Diaz C Marson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2nd_city_saint787 Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 QUOTE (greg775 @ May 26, 2012 -> 02:52 PM) Plus letting a guy like Mark go to another team. Public relations/ticket sales nightmare. At these prices who besides business owners can afford tickets n parking? The average southsider with wife n two kids cannot even consider attending more than a few games a season. The cost of a game for all four has to be staggering. Stop it, players leave get over it...St. Louis is 3rd in the MLB in attendance and they got ride of Pujols...What was the attendance like after Frank Thomas left??....Its rare that players stick with one team for their whole career now a days. QUOTE (Jake @ May 26, 2012 -> 02:57 PM) De Aza CF Beckham 2B Dunn DH Konerko 1B Rios RF Pierzynski C Viciedo LF Ramirez SS Hudson 3B. Peavy vs RF Choo CF Brantley 2b Jason Kipnis DH Lopez 1B Kotchman LF Damon 3B Hannahan SS Diaz C Marson That Indians lineup is turrable! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chw42 Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 QUOTE (Jake @ May 26, 2012 -> 01:57 PM) De Aza CF Beckham 2B Dunn DH Konerko 1B Rios RF Pierzynski C Viciedo LF Ramirez SS Hudson 3B. Peavy vs RF Choo CF Brantley 2b Jason Kipnis DH Lopez 1B Kotchman LF Damon 3B Hannahan SS Diaz C Marson Jose Lopez hitting 4th...wow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ginger Kid Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 QUOTE (Balta1701 @ May 26, 2012 -> 10:25 AM) The problem for the Sox is that it was more than just "A bad season", it's compounding multiple years of disappointment, ending in 2 really, incredibly disappointing seasons, and big budget cuts/the kids can play rebuilding. Yep, that definitely compounded it. And on the flip side that's why this team's got to be a huge relief for the front office and all of those who work to put fans in the seats. At least they have something to sell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heads22 Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 I'm pumped whenever I see the intro on WGN. Too good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshPR Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 Game is on WGN america Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 Peavy always makes those movements with his arm after pitches early in the ballgames that makes it look like he's trying to loosen up his lat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 Peavy has engaged the angry mode Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quin Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 QUOTE (Jake @ May 26, 2012 -> 03:12 PM) Peavy has engaged the angry mode Peavy is baseballs KG. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 First pitch ball? "f*** !!!!!!!" - JFP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 Not real sharp, but always able to make the big pitch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caulfield12 Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 I think that's the first time Peavy has consistently thrown 93 MPH in the first inning of a game this season (MLB GameDay readings, not USCF). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshPR Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 Luv how the jakemeister talks to himself! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 Derek Lowe - .286 opponents' BA regression time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caulfield12 Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 QUOTE (Balta1701 @ May 26, 2012 -> 12:25 PM) The problem for the Sox is that it was more than just "A bad season", it's compounding multiple years of disappointment, ending in 2 really, incredibly disappointing seasons, and big budget cuts/the kids can play rebuilding. It's all because Ozzie isn't around to entertain the fans and media. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted May 26, 2012 Share Posted May 26, 2012 Perfect approach! Take sinkerballers the opposite way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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