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  1. Behindenemylines
    I think the Sox will put an offer on the table this off season for Ellsbury of what they think he is worth (Won't be Crawford like number / been there done that), and if it is not taken then he will traded at some piont before next years July trading dead line. I think this thread was started because the big trade kind of ended the 2012 season and the one thing that means is the off season talk begins.
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    If they fired Tito because they thought the players had taken over the ship and it was sinking and hired BV to correct the problem then let him. Aceves knew when he got the closing job it was because a player got injuried. I thought it was kind of an unwritten rule that players don't lose jobs because of injuries. I also read that Aceves ripped his jersey off in the bullpen when he didn't get the call to go in. Now if BV didn't communicate with him before the game I can see him being upset, but the whole jersey thing is showing up a teammate, also one of those unwritten rules.
  3. Behindenemylines
    I totally agree, Lincecum is not a stud starter to invest 22 million. Sox should stay clear of this one.
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    Gomez has a history of hitting the minors, but is he a full time 1B in the majors. I think the Sox signed him to be depth player in case of injuries. I believe the inter league schedule just spreads the games that you play against the other league out over the season instead of putting them all together. If that is the case then that will work better if Papi is still here and has to play 1b to keep his bat in the lineup. Now I like all three of these players and would like to see them as part of the 2013 Sox, but Pedroia and Ellsbury have been hurt as much as Papi over the last few years. If you keep the contract at 2 years at 12 to 15 million per season I think Papi has earned the right to retire a Sox.
  5. Behindenemylines
    Lincecum is struggling this year in a pitchers park in the National League is not an answer for success in the AL East. Sox are not going to invest 20 million or more on one pitcher that is not almost a sure thing at this time. If they get a starting pitcher it will be in the 12 to 15 million range and be part of a rotation with Lester and Buchholtz.
  6. Behindenemylines
    Big Papi and the Laser Show are now the face of the Sox. Both have proven that they can produce and have success in Boston. Sox need Papi in the lineup next year so I would be willing to give him 2 years at 12-15 million a year.
  7. Behindenemylines
    Lincecum is probably having a worse season then Beckett was, and makes more then he was as well. I don't think it is a good idea to invest $$$$$ on Lincecum.
  8. Behindenemylines
    Lee is 34 and you can't rebuild your rotation around a 34 year old. You can't remove the contracts we just did, and start the rebuild with a 34 year old pitcher. The Boston media will have Hamilton in rehab before the end of spring training if he signs here. Both are good players, but I don't think they should be the foundation of the rebuild.
  9. Behindenemylines
    A-Gon was the key for the Dodgers to take the other contracts. Without A-Gon in the trade the trade doesn't get done. The Sox proved they weren't winning with this team so it is wise that they blew up the team. With the resources the Sox have, and done correctly this thing can get turned around quickly. Some in the nation have been spoiled by 2004 and 2007. Remember it took 86 years for 2004 to happen, and many a Sox fan were born and died without seeing a 2004 or 2007. Lets do the building correctly so we can have more 2004s and 2007s.
  10. Behindenemylines
    Just say no! (Dice-K)
  11. Behindenemylines
    Felix has a no-trade clause (All big market teams including the Sox) so he is not getting traded to Sox. Need to start looking at more realistic options if you are looking for a #1 for the rotation. He is a FA after 2014 so he will be in Seattle until at least then.
  12. Behindenemylines
    Just say no to Dice-K for 2013. He just isn't consisted enough for me. Remember today he pitched against a Royal team that is out of the playoff picture. I agree it is time to move on. Dice-K don't let the door hit you in the a_ _ on the way out.
  13. Behindenemylines
    A healthy Bailey if he finishes the season strong should be the Sox closer in 2013. He has track record of being productive in that role.
  14. Behindenemylines
    Random thoughts on today's game: 1. Dice - K pitch a good game today, but its a no pressure game against the Royals and just say no Dice-K after September 2. Ross 2-4 and three RBIs today, I wish he was a little more reliable with the glove in RF, would LF be a better fit for him in 2013 and the Sox get a RF in off season 3. Ellsbury 2-4 with a homerun, it would be nice to see him be a little more consistent the rest of the season. If he is back in 2013 he will be counted on to produce. I don't expect 2012 numbers, but 20-85 -.300 range numbers.
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    I can't see Felix coming to Boston. In his contract he has a no-trade clause to big market teams (Boston included) knowing those are the only teams that could to aford to trade for him. He will become a FA after the 2014 season at the age of 28. He will make $20 million in 2014 and I really think he wants to stay in Seattle so he will give them the home discount. For the Sox to sign him after 2014 it would take a miracle. It would take $$$$$, convince him he would like pitching in Boston like Pedro did, and have to out spend the $pankees. Cashman has Seattle on speed dial and calls every 15 minutes seeing if they are ready to trade Felix. I just don't see all of those moons lining up. If just half of the top level arms in our system pan out and you add them to Buchholtz and Lester you would have a pretty good rotation.
  16. Behindenemylines
    Big Papi stays if that is what he wants. He may select to leave knowing that the Sox may not be in the playoffs the next year or two. If he is shut down for the year the question will be can he stay healthy and earn the $$$$ of an one or two year contract. Also, based on his ability to play in the Boston spot light and produce he would be a good influence on the younger guys. Its another one those major questions to be answered in the off season. How many days till pitchers and catchers?
  17. Behindenemylines
    It is a great Sunday afternoon and the Sox are done in 2012 so the nation was out enjoying the dog days of summer non-baseball version. It is hard to watch every game when you know there is no prize at the end (October baseball). How many days to pitchers and catchers?
  18. Behindenemylines
    Thoughts on internal options at first: 1. Gomez is a nice depth player, but I don't know if you can run him out there every day 2. No one else in the minors that is major league ready to play every day 3. Loney has the rest of the season to tryout for the position (Would be bridge 1B) 4. Papi can't play first base every day (Still need his bat though)
  19. Behindenemylines
    If Aceves is not in next years plan because of his attitude I would try to trade him to get a prospect. He would be a good arm for a contender.
  20. Behindenemylines
    I think I read some where that J. Upton has a limited no trade clause and Boston is one of the teams he can nix a trade to.
  21. Behindenemylines
    Does Bogaerts lose value if he is moved from short? I know defense is important at SS, but to have a great bat out of that position would be great. Is he projecting to be worse then Aviles with the defense. When haven't had someone like this in the system at SS since Nomar.
  22. Behindenemylines
    Aceves threw a sh__ load of pitches the game before and gave up the farm. If Bailey was the closer before he got hurt, and is the closer of the future, why wait to see if he can handle the job in Boston. Aceves for the most part has pitch well in his two years here, but he is not a closer because when he is bad he is bad. He has 7 or 8 blown saves. Not winning anything when your closer does that. The role he had last year is perfect for him. He wants to pitch a lot which is great, but he is not a closer.
  23. Behindenemylines
    From what I have read this morning it sounds like the days of 20-25 million dollars a year (long term) contracts are over for the Sox. They have not worked out in Boston. When a guy gets those $$$$ so much is expected of them. An when they can't live up to those expectations the fans and media are all over them. Sounds like BCher will build a team around youth and fill in with players that are financially low risk (Like Ross this year). If that is the plan then the next year or two could be bridge years until the Bradleys, Websters, Barnes, and Bogaerts become the new core.
  24. Behindenemylines
    I don't know why I care any more about 2012. When do pitchers and catchers report.
  25. Behindenemylines
    Here comes Mortensen. He is the last bullet.
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