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    Recruiting

    Fans are justified in their anger and frustration. Fans, however, have a very different perspective than the President and the BOG regarding what is in the best interests of RU on the whole. Their view is that the long term academic success of RU is far more important than the football team...
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    Is it a Hobbs ego issue?

    Thanks KnightShift. I am rarely well reasoned so I am always happy to accept a compliment when I stumble into writing a well reasoned position.
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    Is it a Hobbs ego issue?

    I know Hobbs as well - for over 30 years. Red Spartan is correct. Hobbs is a very analytical guy. Plus he engages with key players - donors and BOG members - to develop a rational approach. Folks have an absolute right to disagree with the ultimate decision, but it will be premised upon a deep...
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    Game 4 Eastern Michigan: 4

    I think all these assessments are fair. The sloppiness is something that concerns me, however. It can become a dangerous habit and needs to be addressed early in the season. I acknowledge we are incorporating many new players and sloppiness is a by product of that situation. It is something that...
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    OT: NY Yankees 2018-19 Hot Stove

    As with every trade there is always risk. The way I see it is that Paxton is already consistently at that level. Sheffield may never make it, and if he doeS it likely won't be for two or three yeRS.
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    Paul Mulcahy Signs NLI

    Very nice addition. Good piece as part of building a potentially consistent NCAA tournament team in the near future.
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    OT: NY Yankees 2018-19 Hot Stove

    I agree. Paxton is not an ace but a solid #2/3. He has pitched well against the Red Sox and Astros. He has had injury issues, but that is the way it is these days for so many pitchers. Still relatively inexpensive with 2 years of control. Sheffield is a good prospect but I do not believe anyone...
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    Anyone see Northwestern's new arena on TV last night?

    Impressive that they were able to complete it in 20 months.
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    OT: 2018-19 NY Mets Offseason "Hot Stove" Thread

    Smith is a major fail by the Alderson team. Never seemed to get his weight under control along with a number of head scratching off the field mistakes. Add to that the Mets front office seemed to screw around with his Development - played him at first base, then right field, then left field...
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    I Don't Envy the Athletic Dept.

    I have known Hobbs for over 30 years. It is inaccurate when folks assert his ego will not allow him to admit the serious problem with RU football. That is not who he is and he approaches issues with an analytical mindset. The challenge is complex and many posters have correctly identified the...
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    OT: 2018-19 NY Mets Offseason "Hot Stove" Thread

    You are correct Zak. I meant Ricciardi. Cannot keep the "excellent" Mets front office straight.
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    OT: 2018-19 NY Mets Offseason "Hot Stove" Thread

    I like the concept suggested by some of hiring a President of Baseball Operations with a GM working beneath the Pres. The GM focuses on day to day and shorter term issues while the President not only supervises the GM but strategically focuses upon the long term as well. Generally too much...
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    OT: Microsoft employee experience

    RU86 - this is simply my perspective. Work-life balance should not be a priority for a recent college graduate provided it is a good company and the job itself will develop excellent skills. You can always dial things back later in your career. Take advantage of excellent opportunities at the...
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    BB Recruiting Rivals150 Rankings Released

    Mr. Twister. I understand where you are coming from, but I believe Pikiell and staff are different from coaches over the last few decades at RU. For example, of the local guys listed in the recent top 150 we have a legitimate shot with at least 4 of those guys. We may have a legit shot with some...
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    Well the good news is we don't have to get jerked around anymore. Hyatt is gone

    There seems to be a perception that LSU popped in without any advance work and we lost out despite our strong long term relationship with Hyatt. That perception is not accurate. Hyatt has had a long term relationship with Will Wade since Wade was at VCU. Wade also has a substantial amount of...
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