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I agree. I don't do the statistical thing to attempt to prove my points very often (as in probably never) so my thoughts about watching Kimbrel are more gut feeling types of things and I have to say that I never felt that him coming in to a game this year made the outcome a done deal. There probably isn't a closer in the game today who was any better but I like my guys to throw strikes. I don't care much for relief pitchers in general who tend to walk guys. You have to have that guy if your are going to pay a bunch for a number of years for anyone who might wind up pitching what may 70 innings over the course of a season. I love Kimbrel but I also think that the position of closer has become something that I am not fond of. I do doubt very much though that you are going to replace one of the best of all time with someone as even as good anytime soon.
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Who is the greatest under-the-radar player in Sox history?
cp176 replied to Northern Star's topic in Boston Red Sox Talk
The story of Rogelio(sp) Moret was a very sad one. That was a man who really looked liked he was going to have an outstanding career. Doug Griffin another one who could have solidified second base for us for such a long time had it not been for the beaning. -
I know right. It is a really tough call even if the price is right. I do think though that if he gets what he wants, it likely won't be from the Sox. I would love to see this "gamer" back in Boston but not with the deal he is looking for. I still think he will get the job done for a few years better than anyone we might stick out there though.
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He followed his dream. Great perseverance. You don't get where he got without being a damned gifted athlete. Congratulations and good luck moving forward.
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Actually you probably are correct in saying this. What he has done for us, will not be easy to replace, but in his case you really have to consider what you are apt to get from him going forward.
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It is like every statistic that can be quoted now by roughly 3 people here will now pop up to show what a foolish idea it is to bat your best hitter third. I am with you though because to this point I am just not sure what exactly constitutes your best hitter. 3rd or 4th works fine for me. With respect to our Sox team, I'm fine with Betts leading off if he feels comfortable there. It seemed to work.
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Second base really doesn't look like any kind of big issue with or without Pedroia. We all would like to see an upgrade if possible I guess, but personally I don't expect much from him. Unless a miracle has occurred (I believe in them by the way), I think that I would exchange his name with someone else when projecting next years lineup out of the gate. Projecting him third is a pipe dream. having him in the lineup is a dream. He will get his chance and it could happen. I think that him making a strong comeback is as likely as Hanley making one. Oh wait, Hanley is making one. Now there's the guy we could use. Come on - stick him at second and call it good.
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Not what I said. Not even what I implied. Just don't want to see you get into any trouble due to your little snippets of political wisdom. Just trying to help you out here notin. lol For the record though, I could care less what JH does with his money. That is just the thing though isn't it - It is his money. Maybe he wants to give it away - what do you think?
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Oh baby there you go again notin. i think that you ought to stick to baseball here. Although what the hell notin - go for it if that is what you like.
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I'd like to talk about Brian Johnson for a second
cp176 replied to Dojji's topic in Boston Red Sox Talk
Counting on Wright I think for anything is somewhat of a pipe dream. In the last two seasons, he has pitched fewer than 60 innings in each. If he comes back at all, it should probably be seen as gravy on them tatoes. Sadly i feel about the same way about Pedroia. I am just glad that second base looks fairly well covered whether or not he comes back and stays healthy. -
I'd like to talk about Brian Johnson for a second
cp176 replied to Dojji's topic in Boston Red Sox Talk
Where is Hanley when we need him and how about bringing back Ben. lol lol lol It is the boring off season and the tired old drum continues to be beaten. Still better than nothing. -
It is a wonderful time to be a Red Sox fan. I have many fairly important things that I spend too much time worrying about (worry = a wasted emotion by the way). One of my worries will not be who we can sign, when and if we can sign them, or whether JH wants to spend his money on this team or not. It is all good stuff to talk about, I just have no interest in being critical of anyone who sees things differently. A lot of good things could happen over the next few years believe it or not as well as all the worrisome junk we hear so much about.
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I think that you have the right approach here. I know that I might be seen as a huge fan of DD"s. I'm a fan of anyone working for the Red Sox for the most part. I did like the fact that his reputation preceded him. My primary gripe about what gets said is that some seem to already have him pegged as a farm destroyer or maybe even someone who cannot build a bullpen, or whatever. Personally I do not care what it looks like to some with respect to what he has done in the past. I know all of the comebacks that could be said here thus it would be a waste of time to present all of the issues once again. He has been and hopefully will continue to be one of the best in the business. Obviously there are going to be some hurdles to clear if the Sox are going to continue to compete year after year. We are lucky to have someone competent in all phases of the game leading the way.
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Come on notin. Lighten up. You get to feel any way and say anything that you wish with respect to a discussion of DD.
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Moon - I hope that you can see what you have done. We have now been informed that in actuality our GM isn't really very good - although I know I know Yank fan - you didn't come right out and say that , implied strongly. I also know that there are those amongst us who have repeatedly claimed that we are not realists and that we just don't get it. I say, lets wait and see. I like our chances now and going forward as well. We can revisit this in a few when we are still at the top of the food chain or simply trying to climb our way back up out of that abyss following our sudden head first dive over that mf cliff.
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Happy Thanksgiving - try to stay sober - the boys tell me that this is the holiday in which the greatest amount of alcohol is consumed.
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i don't listen good
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What's an amp notin?
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Feltman, Casas, and Flores - got my good eye on them.
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What is up with this? I would sooner have you teach me something useful notin like how to use the computer. As for Notin's Lows of Prospects, ya not so much. I prefer to wing it along.
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notin don't stop there for God's sake. What about so and so's son you know the big guy who plays the outfield. Forget his name but I was all over him as well. I just don't know what comes over me. I just don't get it. If I only listened to your true words of wisdom. lol
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Never ever give up hope my friend.
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I brought up the Price thing to begin with, just because no one else mentioned it. I don't care whether people like the guy or not, he proved quite a bit to all of the nasty doubters that have been out there. I'm also somewhat surprised that no one has mentioned the article I read the other day complimenting the role that all analytics have played with respect to this current team's development. It was an excellent article.
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I actually truly appreciate that comment - ty. In actuality, I'm not sure that notion and I see things all that differently. We just have different ways of saying things!