2016 Prospects Thread

[User Name]

1. Again, I'm not making stuff. I'm just making an opinion -just like you-, thing that somehow you find hard to understand, when people disagrees with you.

 

2. You are an hypocrite (not meant as an insult). You have supported Ben to the point that you have excused most of his moves in the recent past. Now, when it's evident that the last two years have been a mess (a reality), you try to leave Ben's bandwagon.

 

3. As several posters have said, it's all speculation. Nobody knows how they make the calls. Yo do not know either.

 

4. I suggest you to be prudent. Read first and answer then. Stop bullying people. Let people make their opinions, probably you will learn something, otherwise ignore them. It's not that difficult.

 

I try to look at things objectively (I defend Ben, but acknowledge he made mistakes) and I'm a hypocrite? Do you actually know what hypocrite means? I understand that this whole "objectivity" thing is a foreign concept to you, but at least make a conceited effort to not be a blubbering fool on every single post you make.

 

For the record, you were the one trying to pass off what I am clearly stating as an opinion, as if I was trying to state a fact. Either your reading comprehension is terrible (it is) or you just trying to come off as a massive tool (you probably are).

 

And if you consider this "bullying", I suggest you get off the internet. It's not for you. Grow a pair.

 

In the words of Don Corleone when he slaps a crying Johnny Fontaine:" Act like a man!". No offense ladies.

[a700hitter]

Did Mexico ever invade or attack the DR?

[User Name]

Did Mexico ever invade or attack the DR?

 

Mexico is to DR what Chile is to Venezuela. We're in the same geographical region, we speak the same language, then meh.

[Kimmi]

It's quite possible, but you have to admit this is total speculation. We needed a third baseman and Panda was the top free agent third baseman - you have pointed out this yourself when defending the Panda signing.

 

Yes, it's speculation. And I can see why the Sox would sign Pablo, though I did not think it was a good move.

 

Ben might have gone along with ownership's desire to sign Pablo. Or ownership might have simply insisted that Ben make some splashy signings since they were not signing any big name starting pitchers.

 

I strongly believe, however, that if Ben had the autonomy that Dombrowski has, Pablo would not have been signed.

[iortiz]

I try to look at things objectively (I defend Ben, but acknowledge he made mistakes) and I'm a hypocrite? Do you actually know what hypocrite means? I understand that this whole "objectivity" thing is a foreign concept to you, but at least make a conceited effort to not be a blubbering fool on every single post you make.

 

For the record, you were the one trying to pass off what I am clearly stating as an opinion, as if I was trying to state a fact. Either your reading comprehension is terrible (it is) or you just trying to come off as a massive tool (you probably are).

 

And if you consider this "bullying", I suggest you get off the internet. It's not for you. Grow a pair.

 

In the words of Don Corleone when he slaps a crying Johnny Fontaine:" Act like a man!". No offense ladies.

Blah blah blah. If you want to go in circles, be my guest. Your cliche accusations that you use for everybody who disagrees with you should stop. Paraces disco rayado, carnal.

[iortiz]

Did Mexico ever invade or attack the DR?

No my friend but it seems so for him, he takes everything I write so personal, I still don't know why LOL!

[iortiz]

Mexico is to DR what Chile is to Venezuela. We're in the same geographical region, we speak the same language, then meh.

 

We are not in the same geographical region -DR is in the Caribbean and Mexico in North America- but we do speak the same language.

[User Name]

Just follow your sig's advice and you'll be fine bro.

[iortiz]

Follow my advise? haha I think you don't read what I write.

 

For the record, the bullying thing it's not for me. I don't give a s*** what you think of me. You don't know me. The thing is that you do not tolerate those who disagree with you to the point that you take it so personal. I still really don't understand why. You have a long track record of fights with other posters. That's a fact. People come here to talk about baseball and other things, not to fight. You need to chill out and not take this so personal, and you will be fine, carnal.

[cp176]

Owens - another decent start.

 

Michael Chavis - oh baby what a start!

 

Won't too much longer before Moncada and Benintendi will be on the move. I'm going to wish I had season's tickets to the Seadogs.

[Station 13]

O'Sullivan might be a useful bullpen long man that isn't a knuckleballer. Knucklers are a terrible idea to put in a bullpen.

[cp176]

O'Sullivan might be a useful bullpen long man that isn't a knuckleballer. Knucklers are a terrible idea to put in a bullpen.

 

You never know. O'Sullivan has been kicking around for quite awhile. Maybe he will get a chance. I agree with your take on knuckleballers and bullpens.

[cp176]

Also forgot to mention Espinoza's start last night. Pretty good. This kid has a plan. He is motivated and if he stays healthy we will continue to hear more from him soon. The real deal here.

[a700hitter]

Sam Travis continues to make his case in AAA. This guy's bat will not be denied.

 

Benintendi must be very fast. He already has 6 triples.

[mvp 78]

Travis' glove has been a shitshow this year apparently.

[a700hitter]

Travis' glove has been a shitshow this year apparently.

He looked to be decent around 1B in Spring Training.

[mvp 78]

He looked to be decent around 1B in Spring Training.

 

I agree. I've read reports that he's hit quite the rough patch recently.

[a700hitter]

I agree. I've read reports that he's hit quite the rough patch recently.

DH will be open next season.

[cp176]

No need to worry about travis being able to make the plays at first base.

[cp176]

My bet is that promotions will be coming sooner than expected for Moncada and Benintendi. Dombrowski is paying a visit but really just to check out the facilities - ok, right- I believe it. It will be interesting to see when they get Moncada off second base also.

 

Lots of talk about Owens taking Kelly's place in the rotation for now. Although an upgrade, I 'm not sure that it is the type of upgrade they are looking for - trade winds are going to be blowing in Boston.

 

With Elias being called up, how many innings (minutes) will it be before Farrell throws him in there. Regardless of what the game situation may be, I'm going with the earliest available opportunity.

[a700hitter]

My bet is that promotions will be coming sooner than expected for Moncada and Benintendi. Dombrowski is paying a visit but really just to check out the facilities - ok, right- I believe it. It will be interesting to see when they get Moncada off second base also.

 

Lots of talk about Owens taking Kelly's place in the rotation for now. Although an upgrade, I 'm not sure that it is the type of upgrade they are looking for - trade winds are going to be blowing in Boston.

 

With Elias being called up, how many innings (minutes) will it be before Farrell throws him in there. Regardless of what the game situation may be, I'm going with the earliest available opportunity.

I haven't heard any rumors yet, but I agree that the rotation needs more of a shot in the arm than Owens. Maybe they are waiting to see how fast ER progresses. I would expect that to take another month to see what he can offer the rotation.

[Hugh2]

The narrative was this system lacked depth after the top 5 but I'm liking what I'm seeing so far down in A ball. Ockimey is off to a great start with a .316/.451/.632 slash line, leading the system with 5 HR's and is walking as much as he is striking out. Also Chavis has really seemed to turn the corner and seeing the ball much better, his K rate is almost 1/3 of what it was last year and he's batting .356/.415/.567. Also "the other" Basabe has been a surprise in Greenville. On the other side of the ball Lakins, Beeks, Raudes, and Stankiewicz. Many others to list too but these are all guys I've been following so far this year, small sample size but it's nice to see.

[cp176]

Ockimey is a very good story. Too many kids playing well to list them all. i'm liking Dubon also.

[Jack Flap]

Chavis out with a torn thumb ligament...what a bummer, with the start he was off to.

 

http://news.soxprospects.com/2016/04/michael-chavis-placed-on-disabled-list.html

[Spudboy]

Chavis out with a torn thumb ligament...what a bummer, with the start he was off to.

 

http://news.soxprospects.com/2016/04/michael-chavis-placed-on-disabled-list.html

 

That sucks.

[cp176]

That sucks.

 

It always sucks to see a young player get injured. Jantzen Witte now at Pawtucket is off to a good start.

[Hugh2]

The torn ligament news might have been premature. Per Alex speier (who was the one who tweeted out he tore a ligament yesterday) the injury is described as a sprain now pending the results of an MRI.

 

Hopefully he only misses 2-4 weeks and not most/all of the season. He was someone I had high hopes for, lost most hope, and then regained much of it back this season.

[Hugh2]

Lots of good arms on the mound today minus Brian Johnson as the Pawtucket game was rained out. Beeks, Raudes, and the Stank all pitching tonight.

[cp176]

The torn ligament news might have been premature. Per Alex speier (who was the one who tweeted out he tore a ligament yesterday) the injury is described as a sprain now pending the results of an MRI.

 

Hopefully he only misses 2-4 weeks and not most/all of the season. He was someone I had high hopes for, lost most hope, and then regained much of it back this season.

 

He was off to a very good start. Devers not so much but Jordan Betts has been productive. Add Witte to the bunch and it might actually make sense that Chavis has been playing short.

[Emp9]

What's Swiharts "Prospect Status" now.. Officially? Too many MLB games after being rushed to revert back?