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Live chat: Adam Jude on Ducks basketball, baseball and more at 11 a.m.

Wednesday February 20, 2013

10:58

The Oregonian:

Hello everyone and welcome to the Ducks live chat with Adam Jude. While we wait for Adam, bring on your questions. ...

Wednesday February 20, 2013 10:58 The Oregonian

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[Comment From BlakeBlake: ]

Does Kazemi have a jump shot?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 10:59 Blake

11:00

The Oregonian:

Still waiting on Adam, Blake, but good question. ...

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:00 The Oregonian

11:00

The Oregonian:

What do you think? Does he?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:00 The Oregonian

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[Comment From BlakeBlake: ]

Yes! He should shoot more

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:01 Blake

11:01

Adam Jude:

Hey all ... Thanks for stopping by. Let's get started.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:01 Adam Jude

11:01

The Oregonian:

And, Adam is in the house. ...

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:01 The Oregonian

11:02

The Oregonian:

Blake's up first.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:02 The Oregonian

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Adam Jude:

Kazemi has a decent jumper. It's sort of like Bigfoot, though -- hidden and shy. But I have seen it ... in practice.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:02 Adam Jude

11:03

The Oregonian:

My question: Why did EJ cut his hair?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:03 The Oregonian

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Adam Jude:

Kazemi just doesn't seem to have much confidence in his jump shot. Altman has been urging AK14 to shoot more, though.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:03 Adam Jude

11:03

The Oregonian:

AK14. Ouch.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:03 The Oregonian

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[Comment From SteveSteve: ]

How much value can you put on the oregon baseball sweep in Hawaii. Is oregon really as good as they looked or is Hawaii bad?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:04 Steve

11:04

Adam Jude:

EJ's hair seems to be working just fine this season. He has to be on the all-Pac-12 team this season, right?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:04 Adam Jude

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The Oregonian:

He's on my ballot. If I had one.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:04 The Oregonian

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Adam Jude:

Hawaii is typically pretty good. And going to play there is never easy. Horton says that's always one of the toughest venues to play. They seem to have a sellout of 4,000-plus every night, and if you listen on the radio, the crowd is very much into it. Gets a little nasty at times.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:05 Adam Jude

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Adam Jude:

So, yeah, I think that's a really impressive sweep to start the season for the baseball team.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:05 Adam Jude

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[Comment From BlakeBlake: ]

He is on my ballot too as long as he doesn't have anymore 7 turnover games....

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:05 Blake

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[Comment From TyTy: ]

% chance Artis returns for tomorrows game?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:06 Ty

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Adam Jude:

Those 7 turnovers against UW weren't all Singler's fault, though. He was breaking in a couple newerish point guards.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:06 Adam Jude

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Adam Jude:

Artis? A huge question mark still, but I'd be surprised if he played this week. Let's say, 17 percent chance.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:06 Adam Jude

11:07

The Oregonian:

Catch us up on Horton, his contract and whether it has an impact on the baseball team.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:07 The Oregonian

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Adam Jude:

And even when (if?) Artis is cleared, Altman has made it clear that he will be eased back into the rotation slowly.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:07 Adam Jude

11:08

Adam Jude:

Well, Horton was of course brought in from Cal State Fullerton, a national program in college baseball, to restart the Oregon baseball team. To do that, Oregon lured him with a hefty contract, around $450,000 per year, plus generous bonuses, which made him one of the highest-paid college baseball coaches in the country. ...

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:08 Adam Jude

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Adam Jude:

So when his original five-year deal ended in September, there was some debate about how much he was worth because college baseball programs typically lose money. So it's a delicate balance with a coach of his stature/reputation vs. balancing the budget.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:09 Adam Jude

11:10

The Oregonian:

Next up: More on coaches.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:10 The Oregonian

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[Comment From BlakeBlake: ]

Dana Altman and Chip Kelly some of the best head coach hires in Oregon history?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:10 Blake

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The Oregonian:

It's an outstanding 1-2 punch in terms of hires.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:10 The Oregonian

11:11

Adam Jude:

You'd have to think so, right? What Chip did in four years might never be equaled ... and Altman has done wonders with a patchwork roster the past two seasons.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:11 Adam Jude

11:11

The Oregonian:

And this from Guest and from Mike. ...

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:11 The Oregonian

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[Comment From GuestGuest: ]

Do you think Christian Jones will stay in the pen or crack the rotation before Pac12 play begins?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:11 Guest

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[Comment From Mike HMike H: ]

Do you think Christian Jones will stay in the pen or crack the rotation when Pac12 play begins?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:11 Mike H

11:12

Adam Jude:

Christian will almost certainly join the rotation when he stretches his arm out more AND proves effective.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:12 Adam Jude

11:12

The Oregonian:

Back to basketball. ...

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:12 The Oregonian

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[Comment From austinaustin: ]

With the Pac-12 getting likely four to five teams the conference seems to be gaining back some of the respect its lost in past years. Do you see the Pac getting exposed in March?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:12 austin

11:12

Adam Jude:

It's been almost exactly a year since Christian had Tommy John surgery. Pretty amazing comeback.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:12 Adam Jude

11:13

The Oregonian:

(Sorry, Adam, if I'm loading questions too quickly.)

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:13 The Oregonian

11:13

Adam Jude:

Exposed? Hard to say. A lot of folks, myself included, give the Big Ten and Big East props for beating each other up during conference play ... but sort of frown on others like the Pac-12 for doing the same. ...

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:13 Adam Jude

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The Oregonian:

Aaaaand, baseball:

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:14 The Oregonian

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Adam Jude:

But every conference needs balance. If Indiana, which is clearly the No. 1 team IMO, were to run away with the Big Ten, then you might wonder whether they've been "battle tested" going into March. ...

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:14 Adam Jude

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[Comment From Mike HMike H: ]

Am I the only one who would like to see J.J. hit 2nd between Payne and Healy?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:14 Mike H

11:14

Adam Jude:

... So going through the grind of a tough conference schedule could pay off for the Pac-12, especially if they get 4 or 5 of (gasp!) 6 teams in.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:14 Adam Jude

11:15

Adam Jude:

I asked Horton something along those lines last week. If you recall, Altobelli was the leadoff guy to start last season. He was only so-so in that role. Horton likes Altobelli at the No. 9 spot, and Altobelli seems most comfortable there. He's great at "running" Horton's small-ball style.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:15 Adam Jude

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[Comment From Oregon Duck FanOregon Duck Fan: ]

Hey Adam, heard any scuttlebut about how the football recruiting is going? How about the basketball recruiting?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:16 Oregon Duck Fan

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[Comment From CameronCameron: ]

I like having a respectable hitter at the bottom of the lineup

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:16 Cameron

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[Comment From The TruthThe Truth: ]

"The Oregonian" should leave their anti-Duck opinions and questions out of these chats.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:16 The Truth

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The Oregonian:

What's anti-Duck?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:16 The Oregonian

11:16

Adam Jude:

I'm still detoxing from this last football recruiting cycle. It's hard for me to keep up, to be honest.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:16 Adam Jude

11:17

[Comment From AlAl: ]

Can you share some insight on the Aaron Jones departure?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:17 Al

11:17

Adam Jude:

That said, I know some folks are excited about Aaron Gordon. Not sure how realistic he is for the Ducks, but it's certainly intriguing.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:17 Adam Jude

11:18

Adam Jude:

Aaron Jones leaving was a surprise, no doubt. Left a big void at catcher, too, plus the loss of a .300 hitter. All I know is he seemed fed up with baseball and really wanted to be a firefighter.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:18 Adam Jude

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[Comment From CameronCameron: ]

Are any of our senior football players coming back to town? I wish they would do an appearance after the final bowl game so we could shake hands and wish them well in the NFL or life after football.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:18 Cameron

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Adam Jude:

Not a bad idea. That would be a nice send-off, wouldn't it? I know LMJ stuck around last year for awhile, and some other lesser-know types do, too. But a bunch of the NFL hopefuls (Dion Jordan, Kyle Long, Kenjon Barner) have spent a lot of time in L.A. training for the combine/draft.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:19 Adam Jude

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[Comment From SteveSteve: ]

In the past the baseball team had been all about pitching and defense. It seemed like in Hawaii a few guys were slugging it around. Does Oregon have a potent offense this year?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:19 Steve

11:21

Adam Jude:

According to Christian Jones, Oregon's offense is better than ever. The experience they have coming back -- Payne, Thomas, Healy, Hambright, Garlick, Altobelli -- says a lot. Those guys have been through it and seem like a legitimate CWS contender to me.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:21 Adam Jude

11:21

The Oregonian:

OK, I chuckled at this. ...

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:21 The Oregonian

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[Comment From Lucky DuckyLucky Ducky: ]

Adam, I like your comment about giving props to Big 10 and other conferences while the Pac is frowned upon for doing the same..oh do I ever see that in football (COUGH COUGH SEC!!). I like Basketball, but is it football season yet?? Can the Ducks overcome the Stanford "curse?" Will I ever learn to submit a comment in time?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:21 Lucky Ducky

11:22

Adam Jude:

Hmm. Where to start with that? Should be a great game at Stanford in November!

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:22 Adam Jude

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[Comment From Mike HMike H: ]

Any word on Gold's injury?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:23 Mike H

11:23

Adam Jude:

Hoping to get an update from Horton on Gold during the coach's media availability this afternoon.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:23 Adam Jude

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[Comment From JohnJohn: ]

Any notable recruits coming in for Ducks baseball team next yr.?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:23 John

11:24

Adam Jude:

I haven't caught up with baseball recruiting yet, but Horton always brings in a good class. I'll look soon. Promise.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:24 Adam Jude

11:24

Adam Jude:

Anybody see the news about Luke Jackson becoming the head coach at NAIA Northwest Christian here in Eugene?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:24 Adam Jude

11:25

The Oregonian:

I'm sorry he couldn't stick in the NBA. Saw him at a summer league and he was playing pretty well.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:25 The Oregonian

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[Comment From James MJames M: ]

Hey Adam, ducks baseball seems legit.. I went to the games in Hawaii and heard the Hawaii coach say Oregon was the best college team he's seen in 5 or 6 years. Is this a team that can win the natty?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:25 James M

11:26

Adam Jude:

Wow. Didn't see that comment from the Hawaii coach. That's high praise, obviously. I think the Ducks should be contenders in the Pac-12, which is always one of the two best conferences ... which means they should also be in the College World Series discussion, too. Should be a fun spring.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:26 Adam Jude

11:26

[Comment From AmsterdamDuckAmsterdamDuck: ]

Any chance the Robinsons will redshirt in football and play basketball next season?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:26 AmsterdamDuck

11:27

The Oregonian:

And, this aside from Lucky Ducky, to clarify. ...

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:27 The Oregonian

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[Comment From Lucky DuckyLucky Ducky: ]

Oh I meant the Stanford basketball game. I think the football game...well it doesn't matter what I think. But we're going to win, obviously! (Not a baseball fan, sorry - but happy with the current success)

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:27 Lucky Ducky

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Adam Jude:

It's possible, I suppose, but when you're on football scholarship, that has to be the priority. I really don't see them being able to do both, at least not right away.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:27 Adam Jude

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[Comment From Mike HMike H: ]

This weekend I was able to watch 3 of the 4 baseball games live and free on Hawaii's website. As a Duck baseball fan living in Salem, it sure would be nice if Oregon would stream our games live. They did a couple of years ago. Do you have any idea if they will again this year?

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:27 Mike H

11:28

Adam Jude:

Lucky: To me, Oregon doesn't match up with with Stanford's post players this season. Could be a tough on Saturday, but the Ducks do play really well at home.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:28 Adam Jude

11:29

Adam Jude:

Mike H: I'll ask, but I haven't heard of any changes to the O-Zone subscriptions. I'm sure it's still a pay-per-view service.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:29 Adam Jude

11:30

The Oregonian:

If there's nothing else, we'll let Adam go. Great questions. Still not sure why I was considered anti-Duck, but maybe that will be cleared up next time.

Thanks, Adam.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:30 The Oregonian

11:30

Adam Jude:

All right, folks. I have to run to the Luke Jackson press conference at noon. Big week for Oregon, though. Bay Area schools in town for hoops and then the baseball home opener on Friday. I'll be busy!

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:30 Adam Jude

11:30

Adam Jude:

Thanks for stopping by, everyone.

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:30 Adam Jude

11:31

The Oregonian:

See y'all next time. ...

Wednesday February 20, 2013 11:31 The Oregonian

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