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So, the 2012 season is under way. After a tumultuous offseason, the Sox started out badly, going 1 and 5 in their first 6 games in no small part thanks to their bullpen. Back home they went on a tear, taking 3 of 4 from the Rays, outscoring them 31 to 12 in the process. But where will we be after 162 games?
Unlike so many others, I'm bullish on that team! 96 it is!
Last edited by Therwil Flyer; 04-17-2012 at 02:52 AM.
Watching Derek Jeter make 40 defensive plays and then watching Adam Everett make 40 defensive plays at the same position is sort of like watching video of Barbara Bush dancing at the White House, and then watching Demi Moore dancing in Striptease. (Bill James)
Dustin Pedroia doesn't have the strength or bat speed to hit major-league pitching consistently, and he has no power. If he can continue to hit .260 or so, he'll be useful, and he probably has a future as a backup infielder. (Keith Law)
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We have the toughest start of any team by playing DET (ALCS in 2011) TOR (Very much imporved and a sleeper pick for the 2nd wild card) TB (PO in 2011) TEX (One strike from WS glory) and then MFY. So unlike others who predicted we would play .800 ball out the gate i am very hopeful for this team and guessing 97 wins.
Weep to water the trees.
Earlier this year, I predicted the Sox would win 90 games. That was before all the Valentine/Youk drama and losing Jacoby for (a possible) 6 to 8 weeks. Now, I'm not so sure we get to 90. Of course I hope I'm wrong.
"I believe in the Church of Baseball. I tried all the major religions and most of the minor ones. I've worshipped Buddha, Allah, Brahma, Vishnu, Siva, trees, mushrooms and Isadora Duncan. I know things. For instance, there are 108 beads in a Catholic rosary and there are 108 stitches in a baseball. When I learned that, I gave Jesus a chance." ~Ron Shelton, from Bull Durham
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i predict 100-62
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You are quite optimistic. Red Sox will have to play the rest of the season at a 105-win pace to get to 100 wins. Highly unlikely with their pitching staff struggling and injuries to key players.Originally Posted by Blackout
"There has always been a saying in baseball that you can't make a hitter, but I think you can improve a hitter. More than you can improve a fielder. More mistakes are made hitting than in any other part of the game."
- Ted Williams
"I know I'm the world's worst fielder, but who gets paid for fielding? There isn't a great fielder in baseball getting the kind of dough I get paid for hitting."
- Dick Stuart
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they have the talent and Adrian Gonzalez will go on a huge tear
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80 - 85, tops. That's being optimistic too . . .
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At the All-Star break the over/under in Vegas for Red Sox wins was 84. I was about to bet big on them going over 84 and was texting someone all about it. I replied one too many times and then the bet went away. Once the first pitch of the second half of the season was thrown all bets were off. Yes, texting can be deadly while driving but it saved me a couple grand that day!
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Can't believe how right my prediction was . . .
Well, I was right, but I can't believe they have a chance to win less than 70!
Ridiculous, disgusting! -
FIRE FRED WILPON
The Mets have more wins than the Red Sox.Well, I was right, but I can't believe they have a chance to win less than 70!
Ridiculous, disgusting! -
The Mets.
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