JoshPR Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 QUOTE (Lamar Johnson 23 @ Jan 30, 2013 -> 03:40 PM) IF the Yankees are successful at voiding the remainder of A-Rod's contract, and IF his surgery is successful (and he passes a drug test(s)), would you take a flyer on him if you were the White Sox? HELL NO!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soxfest Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 HELL NO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Princess Dye Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Adding A-Rod and Keppinger for 3b/2b is an undeniable upgrade over the total worth we got from 3b/2b last year. So while this is all just in theory and assuming ok to decent health -- yes, of course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZionrulZ Posted January 30, 2013 Author Share Posted January 30, 2013 Replacing them with a 38 year old once busted recently accused again and breaking down player coming off multiple injury years is not really the best plan. No it isn't...but the Sox aren't gonna get Headley or Olt or Moustakas or Beltre, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZionrulZ Posted January 30, 2013 Author Share Posted January 30, 2013 Adding A-Rod and Keppinger for 3b/2b is an undeniable upgrade over the total worth we got from 3b/2b last year. So while this is all just in theory and assuming ok to decent health -- yes, of course. It's a definite improvement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyyle23 Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 QUOTE (Lamar Johnson 23 @ Jan 30, 2013 -> 04:00 PM) No it isn't...but the Sox aren't gonna get Headley or Olt or Moustakas or Beltre, etc. Why thank you for letting me know, Carnac Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justBLAZE Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Nope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZionrulZ Posted January 30, 2013 Author Share Posted January 30, 2013 Why thank you for letting me know, Carnac Not unless they're trading Sale and Tank and others, Einstein! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyyle23 Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 QUOTE (Lamar Johnson 23 @ Jan 30, 2013 -> 04:08 PM) Not unless they're trading Sale and Tank and others, Einstein! I defer to one who knows all. I have changed my mind, we now need A Rod Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witesoxfan Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 I'm suddenly craving boiled deer antlers too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyyle23 Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 QUOTE (witesoxfan @ Jan 30, 2013 -> 04:21 PM) I'm suddenly craving boiled deer antlers too lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWSpalehoseCWS Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 No. Two hip surgeries? He'll be usless at 3B. His career, however much longer it is, is at DH. We have plenty of those. Pass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Jan 30, 2013 -> 04:31 PM) You do know that ARod is most likely missing the season, right? August at the earliest Plus either 50 games suspended or 30 lbs lighter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witesoxfan Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 QUOTE (Balta1701 @ Jan 30, 2013 -> 05:04 PM) Plus either 50 games suspended or 30 lbs lighter. Or both Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliSoxFanViaSWside Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 No way. I can't find a single good reason to take him.Age injuries, roider, and if he plays at all this year he's back at the end of the year where he always chokes in the playoffs . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
claydude14 Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 No thanks. I prefer our team Centaur-less. No offense to any Centaurs out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty34 Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Jan 30, 2013 -> 03:51 PM) Replacing them with a 38 year old once busted recently accused again and breaking down player coming off multiple injury years is not really the best plan. Depending on his cost, he probably would be their best plan. Is he "Chicago Tough" though? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texsox Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 Even worse than the Bulls bringing in Rodman. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swingandalongonetoleft Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 (edited) Hell no to Alex Rodriguez. It almost feels like he's about to get laughed out of the game. Bonds didn't mind it, he didn't and doesn't care what anyone thinks of him. Rodriguez is probably going to cry just like he did in front of Jeter's house when he wouldn't open the door for him. Edited January 31, 2013 by Swingandalongonetoleft Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witesoxfan Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 QUOTE (Marty34 @ Jan 30, 2013 -> 06:17 PM) Depending on his cost, he probably would be their best plan. Is he "Chicago Tough" though? There's no way his cost is ever going to be justifiable for both the White Sox and Alex Rodriguez. I would bet anything on it. As Dick Allen points out, if they can void his contract, there are serious infractions and a lot of dirt is about to come out. He's still going to be out until the end of the year. And ARod has probably made around $400 million with endorsements and his contract through his career...I doubt he's going to take an extreme longshot of hitting 114 homers in 4 and a half seasons to try and break a record when his reputation is already tarnished and play for what essentially amounts to nothing for him (because $5 million is even chump change to him anymore). On top of that, the White Sox would have to assume a risk too as well as outbid other teams for his service too. I'd bet, due to his cost and baggage, he would be one of the worst plans. My opinion of course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rowand44 Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 QUOTE (Tex @ Jan 30, 2013 -> 06:29 PM) Even worse than the Bulls bringing in Rodman. And boy did the Bulls ever regret that one. If arod was capable of producing I'd have no issue with it but I don't think he can anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WilburWilhelm Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 No way. His skills have been seriously deteriorating for several years. Even Keppinger is better at this point. And, as many have pointed out he would be a major unwanted distraction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty34 Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 QUOTE (witesoxfan @ Jan 30, 2013 -> 06:38 PM) There's no way his cost is ever going to be justifiable for both the White Sox and Alex Rodriguez. I would bet anything on it. As Dick Allen points out, if they can void his contract, there are serious infractions and a lot of dirt is about to come out. He's still going to be out until the end of the year. And ARod has probably made around $400 million with endorsements and his contract through his career...I doubt he's going to take an extreme longshot of hitting 114 homers in 4 and a half seasons to try and break a record when his reputation is already tarnished and play for what essentially amounts to nothing for him (because $5 million is even chump change to him anymore). On top of that, the White Sox would have to assume a risk too as well as outbid other teams for his service too. I'd bet, due to his cost and baggage, he would be one of the worst plans. My opinion of course. The Sox love baggage because it drives a player's price down. Given the need at the time and under a 1-year deal I think the Sox would consider it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleHurt05 Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 QUOTE (Tex @ Jan 30, 2013 -> 06:29 PM) Even worse than the Bulls bringing in Rodman. Yeah, that move cost the Bulls multiple championships. And their #1 star was such a good character guy too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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