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So what is it called when you guys throw your success/our failure in 2004 in our face?

dont remind me lol

I cant wait until all of this GM stuff is settled so we can get this offseason underway

You guys are ridiculous, you act is if because there is a difference in our payroll that you're still free and clear. You have the second highest payroll in the game, deny it all you want my friend, but its a fact. And it could easily be stated that you guys "won your title" like you used to say to all of us. Fact of the matter is, you're hypocrites. A big payroll is a big payroll whether its 200mil or 150mil. ...regardless, though, if you have the resources then use them, and that its what both teams do. The ARod deal...I think it is a wow because he got it done in a WEEK, where it took Theo months to get done what he got done (which wasnt enough). Say all you want, but ask any of the experts and they will tell you that that was a job well done by Cashman. And about the sig and username, about half of you guys have anti-yankee sigs. And I didnt make the username to be confrontational, i made it because when I was looking around the site before I joined I noticed how guys here were towards Yankee fans because of last year, so its just sort of a way to stand up for myself and Yankee fans alike to let you guys know that regardless of last year, we still have a lot on you. X-Box bro...its a video game. None of the stuff you did in that game could you do in reality (i.e trading for whoever you traded for)....and by the way, why do you play with no budgets but you come and criticize the Yankees for having an unlimited budget?? ...the reason for so many moves this year was INJURY...what would you like us to do, put injured guys out on the field. We're ientitled to make moves too ya know. And its not like we went out and picked up Barry Zito and Johan Santana for the rotation, we traded for SHAWN CHACON, and promoted AARON SMALL. Also, where did you read that the Yankees have sided with johnson? Just because he has a personal catcher doesnt mean they've sided with him. but those werent all Cashman deciscions. All that started after we lost in 2001 and George went out and got Giambi. you act like because of the salaries, that they are not human. This was a rough season, having a payroll that big doesnt guarantee us a Championship. I find it odd that you guys, with the second largest payroll in baseball (argue it all you want, it is what it is) can come on here and criticize us for not making it, but yet you guys got swept in the ALDS.

very arguable point, as the 02 series was also a great one, but in my opinion just due to the fact that its been 88 years for the Sox and just how this Series played out, I give it the edge. But you're right, it could be argued either way.

Because thats all they have on us, the fact that we had a $200 mil payroll and didnt make it to the series...btu then again, neither did they. They act like theyre some small market team competing with 200mil. They seem to forget they have the second largest payroll. Last notable was the signings of Tony Womack and Jaret Wright (that wasnt Cashman's idea, the scouts said that he was very impressive and that we should sign him, so George jumped on board)...but I get your point I cant stand fans like you. You just revealed your own ignorance. Brian Cashman has made deals before the 2004 season just to let you know. You guys seem to only pay attention to what has happened 2003 and beyond (seems to be when the Sox really hit the national spotlight...frontrunners are we?). Cashman has been the GM since 1998, and been in the organization for many years before that. I said he has made deals throughout the years that make you say WOW, not deals in the last 2 years that make you say WOW. Example A) David Justice--That was a magnificent trade made, and without the addition of Justice, we dont win the 2000 World Series, let alone the pennant. Example B ) Roger Clemens--aquiring Clemens in 1999 would be like aquiring Pujols today. Yes, I know im comparing a pitcher and a hitter, but its the best comparrison because of the stature of the player. Clemens was coming off 2 Cy Youngs in a row and was considered the best pitcher in the game at that point. Example C) A-Rod--yes, I know you guys are gonna jump on me about the money thing, but seriously...if you look at the details of this trade, all of the money that he had deffered and all of the money he had the Rangers pick up, and how fast he had that deal worked out, it was a magnificent job by Brian Cashman, and nobody can deny that (though im sure all of you guys will try). Example D) Chuck Knoblauch--no, his career didnt turn out the way we would have hoped, but in case you guys who know nothing about baseball pre-2003 (*cough* riverside *cough*) didnt know, because you only care about the game when your team is a national commodity, Chuck Knoblauch was the best leadoff hitter in the game at that point, possibly the best second basemen, and was on the fast track to Cooperstown. Obviously it didnt all work out, but it was a great trade as Knobby wasmkey for us for so many years. Those are just a few...I could name several others. with all due respect, I think we have a right to come and defend our GM when he is being bashed by you guys...regardless of if this thread has a damn thing to do with the Yankees or not. exactly...nobody can take away the fact that Theo is a great gm, especially considering hwo young he is and his limited experience. In my point, I was just stating that he should get a few more years under his belt before he feels he deserves to be the highest paid GM. For instance, if you're on a job for say 8 years or something, and some new guy walks in, gets all the fringe benefits, gets all the salary raises, etc.. just after 2 years, you're going to be pissed because he pretty much just broke into the business. Let Theo get his feet a little but more wet before we anoint him Branch Rickey. excellent point...and notice how none of them argued with it after you said that.

I have to give a Mega-Congratulations to the White Sox and their fans. What a season. With the exception of August 1-September 29, this was a remarkable team and very fun to watch. Even though I was rooting for the Astros (Clemens, Pettitte, Vizcaino, etc.), this World Series was very exciting and very fun to watch. I would have to say that other than 2001, this was the most exciting Series of the new millenium. Congrats to the White Sox, and I hope their next 88 arent as bad as their last. ------------------ So lets see; Red Sox win in 1918 and 2004 White Sox win in 1917 and 2005 ..so if the trend continues, I predict the Cubs will win in 2014

yeah, I know there was no racism intended or anything but I was just replying to MC hammer's statement I call what Bird did making a serious comment. He wasnt complaining or anything, I know.

haha Im not taking anything away from Theo, who has done a magnificent job up there, but I have to believe that Cashman is the better GM just because he has put together some deals over the years that just make you say "WOW"...and also, Theo doesnt have to deal with everything that Cashman deals with...whatever though, just my opinion. And also, George doesnt have as active a role as he has had in the past, so its pretty unfair to say that Cashman is just the figurehead for what George wants. IF everything was done according to what George wants then Cano wouldnt have been brought up, we probably would not have seen Aaron Small or Shawn Chacon in the Bronx, and so on. This isnt the 80's guys, George sits at home in Tampa and talks with his guys about a bunch of ********, most of which doesnt get done. ------------------------ Is it just me, or does anyone else think that Theo is going about this the wrong way? This guy has been a GM for 3 years, I dont think he has the right to be making all of these demands. If it wasnt for the Red Sox he would be making a small fraction of what he gets now. And he is a Massachusetts boy, so much for the hometown discount. ..I just find it odd that after all he has done there that he would be willing to bolt for more money. He seemes like he would be a Red Sock for life.

well no ned to worry about Duquette guys, loks like Cashman WILL be back. I dont have a link, but its in al of the NY papers (im just too lazy to go searching for the link)

Well looks like Joe has made his first coaching hire; Bobby Meacham

wasnt there a big thing regarding a statement made by Larry Bird?

definately wasnt Mass, Braves and Red Sox havent been in too many World Series compared to others. I dont see why Bud felt the need to make the deciscion anyway. I think it was ridiculous. .good point Ez, its probably all about the blimp profits, its a shame that baseball is more interested in making money rather than honoring tradition (homefield advantage)

Tonight should be a good one

I disagree, Hansen has been a reliever since High School (im sure he started a few games, but he was mainly a reliever) and probably doesnt have the endurance. ANd how is he going to develop pitches when he only has like 2 or 3 of them?

I never had any beef with you before, but if you keep popping off about Donnie then you and I are not going to get along very well.

I guess its enjoyable, but watching any baseball game for me is enjoyable. I always watch the World Series regardless of who is in it. And this years series has not disappointed at all. And like thewarriorcode, im pulling for the Astros, but wouldnt mind if Chicago took it.

pretty much

can somebody tell me why the first Yankee/Sox series is a 2 Game Set? ...makes no sense to me. like I have no problem with a 2-game Yankee-Sox set, but not for the first series of the season between the two teams. There is going to be so much anticipation for just 2 games.

I guess ANYBODY is an upgrade over Sveum.

Bro, regardless of who you got (and I only mentioned Payton because he was the headline guy you guys got in return, I was aware you got Vazquez, and I was not aware about Pauley..I appologize), that trade does not deserve comparrison to a sexual assault of ANY KIND.

I was wondering that, if the Cubs fans were rooting for their city, and ive been meaning to ask. Thanks for answering for me. that was HILARIOUS this guy is ELECTRIC!!

I passed out when I read it, and now i finally woke up ....if we bring in the same guy who ran Clemens out of Boston, there are going to be HUGE problems...he'll probably end up releasing Jeter or something. yea, pretty much

im not too thrilled with this game so far...mainly because Rog is out. But other than that, if i wasnt pulling for any one team in particular I would think that this has been a great game (but since im pulling for Houston I dont feel that way)

because NY ass deserves kissing lol, jp