uhhh ... no. it's not the rules that's killing the sox. it's the owner. always has been and will continue to be
""... he (Stassi) ranked third in Defensive Runs Saved (24) and second in framing rate (38.1) among all MLB catchers.""
Sox will definitely be an improved defensive club next year, which will match perfectly with their .228 team batting average.
From what I understand - computer called balls and strikes is coming the season after this - meaning framing won't mean diddle squat,""... he (Stassi) ranked third in Defensive Runs Saved (24) and second in framing rate (38.1) among all MLB catchers.""
and we all know how important that framing rate is! can't wait to see this mess on the field.
hope that's true! but, as far as i can tell .... it never did mean diddly squat. :P
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can't work up any excitement over an 11th overall ranked intl 17 yr old prospect. nothing 'top' about it imo.White Sox Are Favorites To Sign Top International Prospect
According to Francys Romero, the White Sox are favorites to sign one of the top international prospects in this year's class.
I have no ambition to "excite" you - one way or another.
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I will say Maldonado makes more sense than the first two catchers the Sox got - he can actually help the young pitchers with their planning and nerves.Yet another veteran catching sensation - all glove, no stick and at the ripe young age of 37:
Report: White Sox reach deal with veteran catcher Martín Maldonado
The Chicago White Sox appear to be taking their first steps toward solidifying the catcher position in 2024 as Yasmani Grandal has hit the free agency market.
Break out the pennant flag, boys, here we come!!!
Perhaps he'll serve as a de facto coach while at the same time making a few starts and pullinf some late innings replacement duty.
That struck me as funny - Grifol needs a de facto coach on the field.
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not sure i'd call any of them major league.Welcome to Catchersville, USA:
On The Bubble: White Sox 40-Man Roster Crowded With Catchers
With the White Sox latest addition of Martin Maldonado, the 40-man roster has suddenly become crowded with four catchers. Once the deal becomes finalized one of those catchers may potentially be on the chopping block. Since July, the White Sox front office has added three major league catchers...
