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  1. Shaw

    Shaw DSP Legend

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    I mean yeah he had a great season last year, but I'm not shelling out $400 million on a guy just because he had one great season.
     
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    how's the law biz going @Shaw?
     
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    Amazing, back to back horseshit columns from Russo.

    A.) There ain't no pressure

    and

    B.) The first two weeks means the first two weeks, nothing more and nothing less.

    The Dodgers were 8-11 against the Sfags in '15 and finished 8 games ahead of them. I don't give a fuck if they played all 19 games in the first month, it wouldn't mean jack shit when the calender hits Oct. 1.
     
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    My first thought immediately. Or to give him a smaller waist, which is a Raquel Welch rumor for years...
     
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    I would, he's the best!
     
  6. Shaw

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    Not bad man. Was a bit busy end of Jan because of all the mutual fund filings, but things have gotten a bit quieter the last two weeks. Just trying to enjoy the relative lightness as much as I can before it gets crazy more consistently. Our firm doesn't technically have billable hour minimum requirements, but you never want to be at the bottom of the pack.

    I still feel like I don't know anything about the securities laws but there's no doubt I've gotten a better grasp on it in the 4-5 months I've been working.
     
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    Do you see any movement on putting the Wall Street cronies on trial?
     
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    you mean hillary's donors? :poke:
     
  9. Doughty8

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    Lol. It would be shockingly interesting at least if all the donors of every candidate get unmasked.
     
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    Roberts hopes to create unbreakable bond
    by Matthew Moreno | Dodger Blue — 8 hours ago

    After another year in which they failed to win a postseason series, the Los Angeles Dodgers underwent significant changes. The organization and former manager Don Mattingly mutually agreed to go their separate ways, and Zack Greinke bolted for Arizona, signing a six-year, $206.5 million contract with the Diamondbacks.

    Los Angeles didn’t replace Greinke by signing or trading for another bonafide ace, but instead improved the depth of the rotation by signing Scott Kazmir and Kenta Maeda. Tasked with getting the club over the postseason hump is Dave Roberts.

    Under Mattingly the Dodgers won three consecutive National League West division titles for the first time in franchise history, and posted three straight seasons with at least 90 wins for the first time since 1976-78.

    Despite the success, Los Angeles only reached the NL Championship Series once under Mattingly. As a first-year manager, Roberts certainly inherits a team that comes with high pressure and lofty expectations.

    A handful of days away from the start of his first camp as manager, the 43-year-old UCLA product hopes to establish a strong relationship within the roster, according to Andy McCullough of the LA Times:

    “The No. 1 goal … is for us … to create an unbreakable bond within the group,” Roberts said over breakfast at a cafe in Carlsbad. “Where no distractions … get us away from staying together … or getting our focus off track.”

    The hiring of Roberts was a landmark decision as he’s the first minority manager in Dodgers franchise history. Although it’s a label that’s been placed on him, he has regularly stated he won’t be defined by it. “I am who I am. I’m transparent,” Roberts said at his introductory press conference.

    Roberts has been universally lauded for his ability to connect with others and establish trust, which the Dodgers are expecting to be key in their quest for their first World Series title since 1988.
     
  11. irish

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    lol, more likely wated to avoid kemp's curse
    and fuck piazza
    let the mets retire his number

    Pederson declined #27 out of respect for Kemp
    by Matthew Moreno | Dodger Blue — 6 hours ago

    After spending the 2014 season with a revolving door in center field, the widely-perceived answer to the Los Angeles Dodgers’ problem at the position was Joc Pederson.

    He made his Major League debut in September 2014 once active rosters expanded, and hit .143/.351/.143 with 11 strikeouts in nine walks over 38 plate appearances in 18 games.

    Pederson’s first experience in the Majors was primarily spent as a defensive replacement; he started just three games.

    That figured to change entering the 2015 season as the Dodgers traded Matt Kemp to the San Diego Padres, which was essentially the final step to clearing center field as Yasiel Puig moved back to right.

    Pederson was locked in a position battle with Andre Ethier much of spring last year, eventually winning the starting job in center field.

    Pederson spent his rookie season wearing No. 31, made iconic by 1993 National League Rookie of the Year and former Dodgers catcher Mike Piazza. However, the young center fielder revealed in an interview with David Vassegh on AM 570’s Dodger Talk that he was first presented with No. 27:

    “No. 31 was chosen for me. I only had a few options and they wanted to put me in No. 27. I didn’t want to step on Matt Kemp’s toes, he did a lot of great things here. I didn’t want to disrespect him or anything like that. He took me under his wing and he’s a good guy. Matt was awesome.”

    Pederson added he may soon change out of No. 31, should it be retired in Piazza’s honor:

    “I heard [retiring Mike Piazza’s No. 31] may be coming soon. So, there may be another number change.”

    As for on-the-field matters, Pederson has worked this offseason with Dodgers hitting coach Turner Ward to rectify the issues that plagued him at the plate. The 23 year old also spoke of being more relaxed now that he understands what a full season in the Majors entails.​
     
  12. Shaw

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    Honestly, no. Although this is based more on what I've heard from colleagues / following the financial news, since my practice doesn't focus on that side of things.
     
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    a couple of candidates don't need them
     
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    lol, define most likely

    Guerrero most likely outfielder to be traded
    by Matthew Moreno | Dodger Blue — 3 hours ago

    As it currently stands, the Los Angeles Dodgers will once again begin Spring Training with a surplus of outfielders. The depth created for some headaches related to playing time in 2014, but was beneficial last season as Carl Crawford and Yasiel Puig missed significant time due to injury.

    This offseason, Crawford, Andre Ethier, Alex Guerrero and Puig have been mentioned in trade rumors. It was reported on Thursday the Dodgers were floating Guerrero’s name in trade talks.

    Ethier reportedly garnered interest from multiple teams, including the Chicago White Sox. However, it was later said the White Sox contacted the Dodgers on Puig, and it was then that Los Angeles attempted to shift the focus to Crawford and Ethier.

    Ethier will reach 10 years of Major-League service time, including the last five with the Dodgers on April 21, and thus earn the right to refuse any trade as a 10-and-5 player.

    He will turn 34 years old on April 11, and is owed $18 million this season and $17.5 million in 2017. His contract includes a $17.5 million vesting option in 2018 with a $2.5 million buyout. The option vests if Ethier totals 550 plate appearances in 2017 or 1,100 plate appearances combined in 2016-17.

    Within the Dodgers’ depth in the outfield, Guerrero is who presents the biggest challenge. He’s also who the Dodgers are most likely to trade, per Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports:

    "Alex Guerrero, not Ethier, is the player the Dodgers are most likely to move before spring training."

    One clause in Guerrero’s contract prevents him from being optioned to the Minors without granting his consent. Another permits him to opt out after the season concludes in which he was traded.

    Moreover, Guerrero is without a natural position — he is serviceable at third base and left field — assuming he’s also swinging a hot bat. Considering Guerrero is best suited as a designated hitter, it limits the number of teams the Dodgers can pursue a trade with.

    The Cuban native batted .423/.429/.1.077 with five home runs and 13 RBIs over 28 plate appearances in 13 games during the first month of the 2015 season. He finished the year batting .233/.261/.434 with 11 home runs, 36 RBIs, a .297 wOBA and 89 wRC+.

    Guerrero was mentioned as a trade candidate prior to the deadline last July. At the time, it was reported he may be willing to waive the opt-out clause in his contract if he was financially incentivized and sent to a team that could provide more playing time.

    Including Guerrero and super utility man Kiké Hernandez, the Dodgers have eight outfielders on the 40-man roster.​
     
  15. Doughty8

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    Trump says he's the only one self financing his campaign but can we trust any rich people any more?
     
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    yeah, i think that ship has sailed meat

    Zach Lee remains open to potential football career
    by Matthew Moreno | Dodger Blue — 90 minutes ago

    When the Los Angeles Dodgers selected Zach Lee 28th overall in the 2010 draft, they had themselves a two-sport athlete. Lee was a quarterback standout at McKinney High School in Texas.

    Across two seasons, he totaled 5,266 passing yards, completed 61 percent of his passes and had 61 touchdowns. Lee added 664 rushing yards and 20 rushing touchdowns. He agreed to sign with the Dodgers shortly after arriving on Louisiana State University’s (LSU) campus for summer football camp.

    The years since joining the Dodgers organization have been far from ideal. He went 9-6 with a 3.47 ERA and 1.22 WHIP in 24 starts with Low-A Great Lakes during his first professional season.

    Lee then began his ascent up the Minor League ranks, but has seemingly been on a roller coaster of sorts in doing so.

    He went 10-10 with 3.22 ERA and 1.17 WHIP in 2013 at the Double-A level, then spent the following season in Triple-A.

    The right-hander largely struggled, going 7-13 with a 5.39 ERA and 1.54 WHIP in 28 games (27 starts), though some attributed the down year as a byproduct of pitching in the hitter-friendly environment in Albuquerque, N.M.

    Still looking to establish himself in an organization now littered with young starting pitchers, Lee hasn’t yet ruled out a potential football career, according to Ken Gurnick of MLB.com:

    “I wouldn’t say it’s completely left the station. It’s a decision I’d have to make pretty soon. But I’ve got an opportunity to prove myself in the big leagues.”

    While football remains an option, Lee’s focus remains on baseball:

    “My job is to try to make a name for myself and get a rotation spot,” he said. “I’ll use it as an opportunity to show what I can do on the big league level.”

    Lee made his Major League debut last season as he was one of the multiple spot-starters the Dodgers called on. He tossed 4.2 innings and allowed seven runs on 11 hits in a bad-luck start against the New York Mets at Citi Field.

    Prior to that, Lee missed all of June due to poor circulation in the middle finger of his right hand. In 19 starts with Triple-A Oklahoma City, he finished 11-6 with a 3.18 ERA and 1.11 WHIP.​
     
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    might be more inclined to believe you jenrry if this wasn't your 3rd offense
    and i've yet to hear a player get caught and say, "yeah, i'm guilty"
    indignant denial seems part of the whole steroid/ped landscape
    like palmeiro wagging his finger at congress... before ultimately testing positive

    Mets' Mejia denies knowledge of PED use following lifetime ban
    by Mark Townsend | Big League Stew — 3 hours ago

    Hours after becoming the first player to be permanently suspended by MLB for a third positive test for PEDs, Jenrry Mejia denied knowledge of his use.

    According to ESPN New York's Adam Rubin, Mejia spoke to Dominican sports journalist Hector Gomez on Friday and relayed the following message, which was translated from Spanish:

    "It is not like they say. I am sure that I did not use anything."

    Not necessarily an emphatic denial, but a denial nonetheless from the 26-year-old pitcher.

    Mejia's baseball future is pretty murky right now, so it's not surprising that he would plead his innocence in the face of his lifetime ban. His words, true or not, won't impact his standing with the league though. It's too late for that. But his words and actions could go a long way toward determining what his future will be.

    In one year, Mejia will be eligible to apply to commissioner Rob Manfred for reinstatement. It's probably a longshot to begin with, but it would seem his course of action would be taking personal responsibility for testing positive three times in an 11-month span. A denial doesn't really work here, not when we've reached this point. To win back some respect and trust, there has to be some form of acceptance.

    It's his responsibility to know what substances are banned, and it's his responsibility to know what's going into his body. When viewed from that perspective, that's three times Mejia failed himself and let his teammates down. Only he knows the true intentions, but there's no way around that.

    If Manfred were gracious enough to reinstate Mejia, he would have to sit out a minimum of two years before being able to pitch again in the majors. If an application is made and denied, Mejia could ask baseball's arbitrator to end the ban, claiming the penalty is without "just cause.' The arbitrator would not be able to reduce the ban to less than two years.

    Rubin also points out how Mejia's suspension will impact a possible career outside MLB.

    "MLB suspensions are honored by affiliated leagues in other countries, such as in Japan, South Korea and Mexico. However, suspended players are allowed to compete in winter leagues, such as in Mejia's native Dominican Republic. Independent leagues are not compelled to honor MLB suspensions but may choose to do so."

    In other words, there's a lot riding on how Mejia handles himself over the next 12 months.

    This denial is not an inspiring beginning to that critical timeframe, but here's hoping Jenrry Mejia is able to figure it out and carve out a productive role somewhere, hopefully in baseball.​
     
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    The way he spells his first name "Jenrry" is enough to ban him for life.
     
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    :giggle:
    Van Slyke, Pederson, Hernandez poke fun at each others offseason workouts
    by Anthony Irwin | Dodgers Nation — 1 hour ago

    It’s the age-old question, really: If something isn’t posted on social media, did it ever happen at all? If you think about it, this falls in line with if a tree falls in the woods and no one hears it, did it make a sound at all?

    We here at Dodgers Nation ask all the tough questions, but we’re not alone in doing so.

    Scott Van Slyke couldn’t help but wonder this very thing, but asked about baseball players and their offseason workouts.
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    Couldn’t you picture Van Slyke sitting there after a tough workout of his own, scrolling through Twitter only to find all the players he follows bragging about how hard they’re working?

    No one likes that guy. You know who I’m talking about: The “Let’s get it!” dude, or the “New Year new me!” girl who has to give updates on her new self via selfie at any given moment.

    Don’t be that person. Just don’t.

    The Dodgers have one of those, though, and his name is Joc Pederson. He defended his position with:
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    Alright, then.

    Finally, a Dodgers social media tussle wouldn’t be complete without Kike Hernandez chiming in:
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    KIKE, NOOOO… At least he’s keeping that in the privacy of a direct message.

    Van Slyke responded to Kike by asking the latter to prove it, but really, no one needs to see that. We know Hernandez gets his fill of fiber via all those bananas.

    Hurry back, baseball.
     
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