thxfrthmmrs Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 QUOTE (knightni @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 02:24 PM) You'd think so, but Heyward hasn't really repeated his 2010/2012 seasons in recent years. We'll see, I guess. at the same time, Eaton was never projected as a 15 HR guy, nothing he's done in the minors has suggested that as well. Time will tell, but the safe bet is the guy with more raw power and 9 inches taller. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackSox13 Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 Looking at both players overall performances and their contracts, I take Eaton in a landslide. Eaton's cheap contract allows the Sox money to spend elsewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliSoxFanViaSWside Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 QUOTE (Knackattack @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 11:42 AM) Probably a bit, but his arm was really underwhelming last year. I remember when we got him seeing clips of an absolute cannon from CF but last year he seemed noodle armed. I think he would be a really strong LF, but we need some one to handle right. An outfield of Eaton-Thompson-Upton would be pretty good from an offensive and defensive position but we need some one to put out there other than Avi in right and we have to get Melky to DH. Have you heard the one about Adam Eaton's throwing shoulder and the surgery ( clean up procedure ) he had on it ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fathom Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 Eaton has a good arm, he just takes too damn long to throw the ball. Avi actually did a great job last year of getting rid of the ball quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpd9189 Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 Oh Jesus Christ, is this a real thread? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saufley Posted December 11, 2015 Author Share Posted December 11, 2015 QUOTE (dpd9189 @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 03:08 PM) Oh Jesus Christ, is this a real thread? It is and there have been quite a few intelligent comments. Amazing how many Sox fans appreciate a player who contributes and also has a team friendly contract. Let's hope that one and a few other team friendly contracts will help land the big bat we need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmags Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 QUOTE (fathom @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 03:05 PM) Eaton has a good arm, he just takes too damn long to throw the ball. Avi actually did a great job last year of getting rid of the ball quickly. It does annoy me how often he throws the ball 3 feet in front of him and skips in to second base. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Allen Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 (edited) QUOTE (bmags @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 03:32 PM) It does annoy me how often he throws the ball 3 feet in front of him and skips in to second base. That is trying too hard. He is holding on to the ball too long, probably because everything else is rushed in an effort to throw someone out. He speeds everything up but the release of the ball, or the grip is too tight trying to get extra on it, and it takes longer to release, and it looks like he's hunting rattlesnakes. Edited December 11, 2015 by Dick Allen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WBWSF Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 Am I the only White Sox fan that is glad the White Sox didn't give the type of money and contract length the Cubs did to Heyward, Zobrist and Lackey? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9347 Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 LOL just the title of this thread is hilarious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Allen Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 QUOTE (WBWSF @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 03:56 PM) Am I the only White Sox fan that is glad the White Sox didn't give the type of money and contract length the Cubs did to Heyward, Zobrist and Lackey? I think I would have been tickled if the Sox added those 3, and the ticket office phone would probably be getting a lot of action. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackSox13 Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 QUOTE (WBWSF @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 03:56 PM) Am I the only White Sox fan that is glad the White Sox didn't give the type of money and contract length the Cubs did to Heyward, Zobrist and Lackey? Nope, I too am glad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalapse Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 QUOTE (WBWSF @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 03:56 PM) Am I the only White Sox fan that is glad the White Sox didn't give the type of money and contract length the Cubs did to Heyward, Zobrist and Lackey? I would have LOVED the Sox to have signed Heyward to that deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Sacamano Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 QUOTE (Steve9347 @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 03:59 PM) LOL just the title of this thread is hilarious. Makes it sound like some sort of throwdown....is Celebrity Death Match still around to make this happen? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Sacamano Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 QUOTE (Kalapse @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 04:06 PM) I would have LOVED the Sox to have signed Heyward to that deal. Me too. I would have enticed him with opt outs every year though after the first four. Off year? Accept player option. Following season bounceback? Opt out and look for more money. Would have been fine with me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saufley Posted December 11, 2015 Author Share Posted December 11, 2015 (edited) QUOTE (Steve9347 @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 03:59 PM) LOL just the title of this thread is hilarious. I don't get it Steve. It's comparing 2015 stats. Did you read the post? What's your question or input? Edited December 11, 2015 by Saufley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saufley Posted December 11, 2015 Author Share Posted December 11, 2015 QUOTE (WBWSF @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 03:56 PM) Am I the only White Sox fan that is glad the White Sox didn't give the type of money and contract length the Cubs did to Heyward, Zobrist and Lackey? I can't imagine the outrage we would have seen posted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Sacamano Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 QUOTE (Saufley @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 04:12 PM) I don't get it Steve. It's comparing 2015 stats. What's your question or input? Not the fact they're being compared just that the title makes it sound like a pay per view fight haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elrockinMT Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 QUOTE (OmarComing25 @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 08:14 PM) Yeah let's just ignore defense. If defense is the deciding factor it's not worth over $20M a year. This contract for Heyward is a massive overspend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggins Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 This isa a great contract for a FA of Heyward's caliber. That said, I like having Eaton for cheap the next 6 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmags Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 Being able to watch Heyward in the OF for the next 8 years would have been a dream. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baron Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 QUOTE (bmags @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 04:27 PM) Being able to watch Heyward in the OF for the next 8 years would have been a dream. We have Garcia...we're good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaconOnAStick Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 Being able to watch Heyward in the OF for the next 8 years would have been a dream. *3 years *CF, where he's played all of 35 career games Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Sacamano Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 QUOTE (Alexeihyeess @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 04:37 PM) *3 years *CF, where he's played all of 35 career games I don't care what they say, he'll be in RF next season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swingandalongonetoleft Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 (edited) QUOTE (soxfan2014 @ Dec 11, 2015 -> 04:16 PM) Not the fact they're being compared just that the title makes it sound like a pay per view fight haha mma is poo edit: Literally. Edited December 11, 2015 by Swingandalongonetoleft Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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