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according to the new york post: December 30, 2004 -- The Yankees and Diamondbacks last night inched to the doorstep of a deal that will finally put Randy Johnson in pinstripes - with Arizona most likely getting Javier Vazquez, about $8.5 million, Brad Halsey and Dioner Navarro. I like els's theory.. Plus, the yankees are and always will be a bunch of heartless whining *******s, and that grumpy dick randy johnson will fit in wonderfully. He aint no spring chicken and I guarantee you when the press starts in he'll crumple. They can have him-we'll still kick their ass....again...(God that feels good).. After reading the posts on here I am always reminded of how ridiculous, pompous and repulsive their fans are...we are blessed with a championship team, and the best fans in the world. And the yankees--the worst fans and a team coming off the biggest choke in the history of sports-it's going to take more than randy johnson to turn that mess around, maybe some heart might help. Happy New Year red sox fans and screw you yankee fans. and put me down as in favor of the ignore feature!

I woiuld go with minky, but I betcha they get rid of him and stick with Millar... Unfortunately, minky was unable to hit his way of a water paper bag last season and millar livened up his lumber during the second half...so they will probably opt for the proven lumber.

wells...will get the call, or at least that's what I voted for. If it's against new york nothing would be more entertaining than watching him whiff A-Fraud.

maybe this has something to do with Wade Bogs of the cranberry world. and not Wade Boggs.. Isnt ted williams Bernie's dad?

that is friggin' gold!!!!!!!!!

as I have said before we would be lucky to get a broken bat, some used towels, and a pack of sunflower seeds to be named later for Kim.

good point--our bullpen is looking strong too...except for embree (had to get that in there for old time sake).. halama, mantei are the kind of pick-ups that dont get a lot of publicity but those guys are going to keep you in games and win them for you. Chriust, I'm getting excited, when do the pitchers and cathers report....Feb something?"

not at first base, we need that bat, and minky has proven nothing. I dont think this is the position you want to make that sacrifice at. 20 to 30 HRS and 80 to 100 RBI's is important, and Millar isnt the worst fielder alive, well, not the worst... The more I found out about minky, the less I think we want him. Millar or someone new.

true, good point fellas...I think we have vastly improved our pitching...now the dust has settled and that creep pedro is gone, it can be said that we are better off now with this staff without him than we were with him. I think wells is going to flourish for this year. team and the chimstryin the clubhouse are right up his alley. Theo has done a great job, and the pedro think couldnt have happend any better. Clement is a gem. and Miller could be the pick up ogf the offseason if he's healthyBronson will be better than last year, and I think wake will be able to sevrie in any role. All that remains is first base!!

the proverbial finger to boras???? overpaying as we did, I think boras just gave the redsox the proverbial finger.

theo does have a real ted bundy thing going-but at least he doesnt have a comb over like that a-hole cashman. long live theo!

I agree with you yeszir, but I believe we have a lot of room for a real upgrade at first. Dougie strikes me as a potential pain in the ass. One of those guys that whines about playing and then stinks when he plays...He complained about his playing time last year and never really did anything at the plate to even warrant any additional at bats. Millar is a just a baffoon, but he did get his stroke back for the second half of the ywear. This first baseman question is opne of those good problems. I justt hink we can do better than either of theses guys, but if I had to guess they will stay with millar,.

that's impossible , you'd be at -20.....

the only time the word good should be applied to kim is when we can say...good-bye to him. he sucks....

The Night Before Fenway By Doug Lamont | December 24, 2004 'Twas the year after Grady, the Sox were a mess, They'd just blown the pennant, to the Yankees, no less. The bunting was hung at Fenway with care, In hopes that the playoffs soon would be there. The faithful were nestled all snug in their seats, With visions of pennants; could the Yankees be beat? And Manny in his kerchief, and Pedro in his cap, Had just woken up from their long winter's nap. When out on the field there arose such a clatter, The fans leapt to their feet to see what was the matter. Back from the beer stands, they ran like a flash, Out on the diamond there was a loud crash. The lights on the Green Monster made Fenway glow, Gave a luster of mid-day to the ball field below. When what to my wondering eyes should appear, But Tek punching out A-Rod, the fans stood and cheered. With a broken down shortstop, not lively nor quick, The Sox traded Nomar, the fans had a fit. More rapid than eagles, Terry's team had game, And he whistled and shouted, and called them by name. Now Cowboy, now Schilling, now Manny and Trot, On Papi, on Mueller, on Damon, you're hot. To the top of the bleachers, to the top of the Wall, Now hit away, hit away, hit away all. Like Pedro's fastball that toward Posada's head flies, When Manny connects, the ball heads for the skies. So up from the dugout, the Red Sox, they flew, It was Opening Day, with a new manager too. And then in a twinkling, the Sox took the field, Spinning his knuckler was pitcher Wakefield. He was dressed all in red, from his head to his toes, After five shutout innings, in came D-Lowe. A bundle of Skoal he had jammed in his face, He pitched two no-hit innings to keep up the pace. Damon's hair -- how it grew, his face was so hairy, Schilling's blood-covered ankle, that proved to be scary. Millar's beard on his chin was as thick as a brick, At the start of the year, he could not hit a lick. But Francona stuck with him, in spite of it all, By the end of July he was hammering the ball. Ortiz had a broad face, and a massive round belly, That shook when he smashed one, like a bowl full of jelly. Manny was Manny, a right jolly old soul, How cool was Bellhorn's homer that hit New York's foul pole. A wink of Pedro's eye, and a point to his head, Gave Zimmer and the Yankees something to dread. Zim was incensed, he soon charged the mound, He looked like a fool, as his head hit the ground. But that was last season, and this year was new, Schilling rode into town, to join last year's crew. Down three games to nothing, and trailing the Yanks, Then Roberts stole second, the Red Sox were cranked. Then Papi went crazy in games four and five, It was back to New York, and the Sox were alive. Schilling pitched awesome the following night, The Yankees were choking, a beautiful sight. We all know the story of famous Game Seven, The Sox bombed the Yankees, the Nation was in Heaven. As for the Series, there's not much to tell, The Cards were not ready to answer the bell. The Sox were on fire, and came with their broom, A clean Series sweep, gone were decades of gloom. Mientkiewicz's catch of Foulke's underhanded throw, Wrapped up the Series and touched off a show. The Sox stormed the field as New England was thrilled, The fans flocked to Kenmore, the streets were soon filled. The party continued right through the parade, Millions showed up, Sox fans had it made. The Sox sprang to their duck boats, to the fans gave a whistle, And away they all rode like the down of a thistle. But we heard them exclaim, as they drove out of sight,

happy holidays... dradle dradle..go sox....jingle bells. go sox... festivus for the rest of us. go sox. there.

well, then merry x-mas...and a red sox new year. how was skiing?

welcome aboard talksox. this was one has been kicked around here before ages ago, but I am glad you brought it up again becasue I bet it will be at the forefront of things in the ocming weeks. I get the feeling that dougie will be sent packing. I think we ciould do better than either of them, but I think they'll keep millar.

pedro who? Didnt he pitch for the sox..He was a great pitcher and will go to the Hall. All I can say is I miss arguing with John.

as much as I am the on who was confused thanks to els and now to you Bosox I think I understand more about whats going on. Off the top of ymy head I would bet that the real sticking point about the no-trade clause isnt so much that they wont trade Tek, it's a precedent thing. I heard that the no trade clause stipulation is a matter of team policy, and I suppose (operative word being suppose) if they are forced into giving it to Tek, it will merely open the door for other agents to use against them in future talks. Just a guess.

we havent talked about Varitek in awhile, and I read today that he refused arbitration. So basically I gather that means we have too sign him by Jan 8th. Do you think we will? I think after the yankees have completely revamped their pitching staff and while we have made some moves I think we have more to make I bet they will sign Varitek, but that's just a vibe. As far as bellhorn, pokey, minky, and roberts go I am not any of them will be back...maybe bellhorn.. I dont know I am so firggin confused.

to tell you the truth I dont hate nomar-I never really loved him when he was here in spite of how popular he was....but he was great. I wasnt sorry ot see him go, because I think it helped the team, and ultimately thats all I care about--the red sox.. so if you were betting on hate--you'd lose. Nomar didnt negotiate in the press, he didnt whine about money ()much) and he didnt make his own rules and behave like a spoiled child.

I can say hypocrite.... It's not like the redsox offered him chicken feed. I think he's a schmuck, big deal.He has been a schmuck for three years, I'm not saying he cant pitch (though he is slowing down).. I'm not saying Ia guy shouldnt go after the money, but I think he has always handled this type of stuff poorly, and I think he acted like an immature punk this year. And that interview made me want to vomit. what an unpriofessional ingrate He's a crybaby and not worth the fourth year, anyway. So if that is something the mets are willing to give, more power to 'em..they will get screwed but who cares--I'm still pissed abbout '86. I have learned players move and that doesnt necessarily make them *******s. BUt this player is moving and he is an *******. On the other hand (and please before you start going nuts)There's no comparison as players, as impact players ---in any way shape of form..Yes, pedro is HOF material......but when Gabe Kapler left, I thought he handled it like a man..he left for money, and I think he will be missed on the filed and in the clubhouse. I havent heard a peep out out varitek during his contract negotiations. he's handling it like a pro, and if he leaves over money, I'd wish him well. Pedro is pampered brat, and he represenets a lot that is worng with sports nowadays..

here you go john, my way of apologizing.. PS: have fun, break a leg... thats a figure of speech, meaning dont break a leg...just so you know! Conditions as of December 17, 2004 The Whiffletree and King Pine chair lifts open today. New Snow 7 days: 6+ inches New Snow 24: Open Trails: 69 Lifts: 8 Grooming: 29 Snowmaking: 4 Base Depth: 14-44 inches Summit Depth: Surface: Packed Powder Secondary Surface: Packed Powder Open Miles: 29.69 Open Acres: 325.78 Today's Temp - Base: 16-20°F Summit: 5-9°F Today's Wind - Base: NW 10-18 Summit: NW 30-50 Todays Weather: Flurries Tomorrow's Weather: Mostly sunny Next Day's Weather: Chance flurries

man, you are testy. Have fun, and I hope it snows... there hows that..