Game 41 Overflow thread
by chuckb on May 21, 2009 9:30 PM EDT
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GO Barden. the anti Derosa
"Rasmus doesn't hit lefties. Instead he bashes them over the head with their own bleeding arm he just raced to the mound to rip off before the ball arrives to the plate. He then smashes that baseball with the pitchers bloody arm over the wall because he does not hit lefites he bashes them." Ted Lilly
ah, peavy not going to white sox
i guess it’s cuz their park isn’t big enough.
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Surprised
that I haven’t seen anyone trying to match the package of prospects the Sox were alleged to have offered.
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
Meaning
I’m surprised there isn’t a fanpost of roughly equivalent Cardinal farmhands.
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
who the the sox offer?
i have yet to see that
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
Clayton Richard, Aaron Poreda, and two PTBNL from a list of four pitchers.
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
the Father's must be pissed at Jake
were the Father’s going to pay any of his salary? i can’t see anyone else giving up that much. i about put my foot through the tv today when the WWL was bitching about the flubs not getting him.
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
Two control pitchers
(both lefties) and some borderline pitching prospects, probably relievers, doesn’t seem all that bad.
Too bad we don’t have any starting lefties… I don’t expect Evan MacLane would perk them up, in spite of his fine pitching since coming over.
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
we have a Todd Wellemeyer
PLENTY of Todd Wellemeyers to go around. Step right up, bidders!
On with the (good) youth movement!
they gave him the contract.
they should suck it up and deal with it.
(and I hate to do this, but no apostrophe in “Fathers”)
On with the (good) youth movement!
Peavy's contract
Will be an albatross around his neck. Not even the Cubbies want to suck up that contract in this economy.
He's such an excellent pitcher, though
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
Could somebody explain the
A.D.A.M. acronym to me?
Thanks
"People ask me what I do in winter when there's no baseball. I'll tell you what I do. I stare out the window and wait for spring" -Rogers Hornsby
tony -- a couple June resolutions: not january, not new years.
some midyear resolutions.
1) play barden at third. a lot. until someone better comes along.
2) don’t put thurston in left field.
the truth can't hurt you, it's just like the dark/ it scares you witless, but in time you see things clear and stark -- macmanus
if
green was playing closer behind the bag he would of easily made that play. Fuku isn’t as predictable as other leftys like delgado
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Crap .. . this inning has evil written all over it . . ..
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a walk and a shitty grounder
last inning, they hit the ball 1200 feet. this inning, they chop. this is a weird game, this stick and ball match.
by Expatcardfan on May 21, 2009 9:45 PM EDT up reply actions
just kinda creeping shittiness...
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 9:45 PM EDT up reply actions
is there such a thing as a haunted inning?
the truth can't hurt you, it's just like the dark/ it scares you witless, but in time you see things clear and stark -- macmanus
FYI
The Ankiel gif has been removed from the previous thread.
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domo arigato.
mr. roboto.
the truth can't hurt you, it's just like the dark/ it scares you witless, but in time you see things clear and stark -- macmanus
believe it or not, only a couple minutes.
the truth can't hurt you, it's just like the dark/ it scares you witless, but in time you see things clear and stark -- macmanus
gracias
C'mon you Redbirds, lets prove em' wrong, again!
by yer dog first on May 21, 2009 9:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Thank you,
robot overlord.
"If I prepare myself, my stuff is good and I'm going to get outs. That is a fact." - Chris Carpenter
It was the first time I'd seen a post turned red.
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And I, for one, welcome our benevolent robot overlords...
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions
thats from something
I just can’t think what
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by vivaelpujols on May 21, 2009 9:49 PM EDT up reply actions
the Simpsons
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
kent brockman?
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by vivaelpujols on May 21, 2009 9:50 PM EDT up reply actions
ding ding ding
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
Simpsons?
I think, anyway. sounds like something the Mayor said once
C'mon you Redbirds, lets prove em' wrong, again!
by yer dog first on May 21, 2009 9:50 PM EDT up reply actions
That
must be something only mods can see.
"If I prepare myself, my stuff is good and I'm going to get outs. That is a fact." - Chris Carpenter
Nah, robots
It’s in the far-red part of the spectrum.
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 9:51 PM EDT up reply actions
So my post was useful, yes!
Had I known showing an Ankiel collision gif was like showing a picture of the Prophet to muslims, I would not have posted….
Logged for future reference. No Rick Ankiel gifs…Thanks for the warning.
stop being defensive
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by vivaelpujols on May 21, 2009 9:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Don't compound it
by bringing religion into it.. The prophet was muslim, and his picture is revered, not reviled.
by kkkkathmandubirdsview on May 21, 2009 9:56 PM EDT up reply actions
KILL IT WITH FIRE
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
by gdm426 on May 21, 2009 10:01 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Where in the heck
did you find that picture?
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
i found that a long time ago on google by searching "fire fart"
it was one of the first ones that popped up
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
my dad has become a facebook monster
he has also posted himself on youtube. genetics never gave me a chance.
i'm sorry
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by vivaelpujols on May 21, 2009 9:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Facebook is spreading through all generations...
Its weird seeing people’s mothers and fathers on there, but it is a social networking site.
facebook, myspace, twiiter are all signs of the apoalypse
.
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
Your face is a sign of the apocalypse!
Wow that sounded alot meaner than I thought it would.
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 21, 2009 9:58 PM EDT up reply actions
so we've met
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
yeah at least.
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 9:51 PM EDT up reply actions
didn't do him any good
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
he leaves them loose, so they tighten up when he slides into first.
the truth can't hurt you, it's just like the dark/ it scares you witless, but in time you see things clear and stark -- macmanus
Franklin is making me nervous
after last night
The Redbirds are of the highest priority to me... As it should be
OK
well I guess that’s the end of tonight’s scoring. I suppose the pitching better hold up…
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
who the hell was that?
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
whos of first?
C'mon you Redbirds, lets prove em' wrong, again!
by yer dog first on May 21, 2009 9:53 PM EDT up reply actions
ON*
C'mon you Redbirds, lets prove em' wrong, again!
by yer dog first on May 21, 2009 9:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Naturally.
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 9:54 PM EDT up reply actions
You throw the ball to who?
Naturally.
SAME AS YOU!
by peach concrete on May 21, 2009 9:55 PM EDT up reply actions
I had to fix it, though
was bugging me leaving it alone
C'mon you Redbirds, lets prove em' wrong, again!
by yer dog first on May 21, 2009 9:55 PM EDT up reply actions
brian something. where'd he come from?
the truth can't hurt you, it's just like the dark/ it scares you witless, but in time you see things clear and stark -- macmanus
I think he needs to play everyday though
The Redbirds are of the highest priority to me... As it should be
and here's mr automatic out
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
he did hit a triple today but I agree
The Redbirds are of the highest priority to me... As it should be
granted its cuz it made a weak bounce off the wall
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But even if Bradley plays that right it's a double
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 21, 2009 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions
Isn't it about time to end the Thurston experiment?
He’s hitting like .240 now
OBP .350
better than a few of our everyday guys
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by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 9:56 PM EDT up reply actions
no power though
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by vivaelpujols on May 21, 2009 9:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, considering our biggest power threats are on the DL
I’m more worried about OBP with the roster we’ve got
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 21, 2009 9:58 PM EDT up reply actions
true enough
with his speed and a bit of gap power he’ll hit some doubles and triples, though. I think Barden’s HR power is a bit of a mirage so far. I don’t see him being a consistent double-digit HR threat. That said, I’m a big barden fan, less so thursty…
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 10:00 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm a believer in the Barden power
He had played the past two seasons with an undiagnosed hernia that was surgically corrected in the offseason. Prior to that injury, he was quite a power hitter and young for the levels he was at.
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
a confession: beneath my hardened exterior, i am a complete cardinals homer.
i believe barden is really a great hitter who was held back by a hernia.
i believe chris duncan is going to stay healthy and effective.
i believe chris carpenter is going to start 20 games this year.
i believe all sorts of things like this i know i shouldn’t.
the truth can't hurt you, it's just like the dark/ it scares you witless, but in time you see things clear and stark -- macmanus
by tom s. on May 21, 2009 10:07 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
you need to start a creed
with all those “I believe’s”
My brain has shut down completely so my butt is doing all the thinking.
Sounds kinda like
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 2:58 AM EDT up reply actions
Ugh
two awful at-bats there, Thurston’s being the worst. He’s very inconsistent…
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no he's just bad
I don’t know why anyone expected him to offer any kind of offensive production.
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by vivaelpujols on May 21, 2009 9:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Because he's hit well in AAA lately (albeit in a good offensive league)
and has hit well for the Cardinals this year?
Honestly, I don’t get the anti-thurston feeling around here, really. I mean, he’s a backup MIF but he’s better than (say) Aaron Miles.
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions
He had a good year at AAA at age 29
He also had a .354 BABIP and only a 6.5 walk rate.
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by vivaelpujols on May 21, 2009 11:48 PM EDT up reply actions
This thread's probably died now
but he had three solid years in a row at AAA (OPS about .800). I think he’s probably a better fielder than he’s looked so far too (no real evidence to back that up!).
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by Felonius_Monk on May 22, 2009 6:45 AM EDT up reply actions
he is a AAAA player
always will be… He had a real good start though… Duncan is down to 250 now too
The Redbirds are of the highest priority to me... As it should be
lol
I think Stav would make a good pinch hitter actually
The Redbirds are of the highest priority to me... As it should be
Why?
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 21, 2009 9:59 PM EDT up reply actions
cus he is a right hander with power potential
It is too bad that Joey Bombs has fizzled out, maybe he will find it again. I really think the position change affected him though. Who knows
The Redbirds are of the highest priority to me... As it should be
don't give up on Bombs
once they get that tape worm outta him & he comes back from his wrist thing, i’m confident he’ll be back to him bombing ways
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
me too
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by vivaelpujols on May 21, 2009 11:49 PM EDT up reply actions
and we are working with a pretty small sample size with Stav
The Redbirds are of the highest priority to me... As it should be
there's a reason its a small sample size
by Expatcardfan on May 21, 2009 10:00 PM EDT up reply actions
ya
cus he is a liability in the field
The Redbirds are of the highest priority to me... As it should be
for the memphis redbirds.
he’s like – what was his name, reliever whose name i’ve blocked out — who could just dominate in triple A and couldn’t do anything in the bigs.
the truth can't hurt you, it's just like the dark/ it scares you witless, but in time you see things clear and stark -- macmanus
speak of the devil
kelvin jimenez? ugh he was almost as bad as Esteban Yan
My brain has shut down completely so my butt is doing all the thinking.
yes. yes! that was the name. i've been trying to come up with that.
nick is the hitting/fielding kelvin jimenez.
the truth can't hurt you, it's just like the dark/ it scares you witless, but in time you see things clear and stark -- macmanus
Stav is like a right-handed Matt Stairs with less power
gulp
by Willie McGee's Twin on May 21, 2009 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions
so you're saying he doesn't exist? because if you take away matt stairs' power
you’d have nothing.
the truth can't hurt you, it's just like the dark/ it scares you witless, but in time you see things clear and stark -- macmanus
true...
when I leave the ballpark, I don’t think Stav actually exists anymore.
Jean-Paul Sartre meet Nick Stavinoha, Nick meet Jean-Paul.
by Willie McGee's Twin on May 21, 2009 10:13 PM EDT up reply actions
*i never claimed to know how to spell
ain’t no english major, here
by Expatcardfan on May 21, 2009 10:16 PM EDT up reply actions
i don't care what you say
i’d still take him on my beer league co-ed team
by Expatcardfan on May 21, 2009 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions
If
Thurston is your 25th guy, he’s in a heck of a position and you have a heck of a team.
The problem is, he is getting the same treatment Miles did for the last two years, and the guy who should be the last guy off the bench is not only the first PH, but he starts 2/3 of games.
It’s not Thurston’s fault, just as it wasn’t Mile’s fault.
hecanthithecanthithecanthithecanthit
one more inning for waino
unless he throws a 2 pitch inning
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If/when Waino goes out, who comes in? Order??
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mcclellan
threw 2 innings yesterday, he’s not coming in
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we never did set up that red-yellow-green posting of relievers.
the truth can't hurt you, it's just like the dark/ it scares you witless, but in time you see things clear and stark -- macmanus
good point
I change my vote to Wainwright goes 8 and Thompson finishes the game because we put up 5 this inning.
7 and maybe safe for Thompson. Emphasis on maybe
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Some combination of
Miller/Reyes/Motte/Perez, depending on who’s coming up, for the 8th, then Franklin for the 9th
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 21, 2009 10:00 PM EDT up reply actions
my vote for the 8th is perez
My brain has shut down completely so my butt is doing all the thinking.
Probably Motte-Miller-Perez then
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 21, 2009 10:02 PM EDT up reply actions
you're wrong
this is the part of the cubs order who’s BA is under .200
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Line drives to Thurston do not inspire confidence
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I LOVE ADAM WAINWRIGHT
Maybe even to the extent of azru and Skip
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
weren't you the guy talking about it being a dry year earlier?
hold strong man
by VolsnCards5 on May 21, 2009 10:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Hahaha...shit
I’ve really dug myself a big hole tonight.
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 21, 2009 10:03 PM EDT up reply actions
no one approaches Az's man luv for Skip
no one.
just let that hole fill up with water & you can float your way out of it.
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
Fair enough
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 3:05 AM EDT up reply actions
what, after pineiro?
the truth can't hurt you, it's just like the dark/ it scares you witless, but in time you see things clear and stark -- macmanus
nice work Adam
Perez now? I’m a bit nervous about the 8th and 9th…. Want the sweep so I can email a Cubs fan tomorrow ;-)
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
wish we'd pushed another run across in the 4th
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sewiously
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by yer dog first on May 21, 2009 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions
guessing TLR doesn't want to go to the bench
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is that the thing out in the pen where the 45 pitchers sit on?
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
who do we have left, though?
Dunc and LaRue?
by Expatcardfan on May 21, 2009 10:06 PM EDT up reply actions
well
the bench is Larue (not gonna PH) greene and duncan, who are both in slumps
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I think Wainer should go for the CG
The Redbirds are of the highest priority to me... As it should be
Derosa would be a starter on this team
not a pinch hitter
he'd better be are starting 3rd baseman, not riding pine
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
Digging this game
great to see T. Greene having some luck with the stick.
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
let's go, Boog
drive him in
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nice one greene
he’s got some fine leather but his bat doesnt fill me with confidence (tyler) lol…
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
Apparently not on Cheney. No one has been shot. . .. yet
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good AB here
c’mon Boog
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dude
if Boog could find some consistency at the plate, his glove is soo good that it would be awesome
The Redbirds are of the highest priority to me... As it should be
I think hes improved this year
he seems to take more pitches and swing at less junk down-and-away. He’ll never have a lick of power but if he can just get on base at a .330+ clip I think his glove will make him a legit 3rd MIF, or even starting SS,,,
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions
with marmol getting wild in several appearances, is there ANYBODY who's good in their BP?
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Angel Guzman
doesn’t look too bad. Heilman pitched well against us earlier in the season.
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
heres to hope that Heilman reverts to vintage ’06 NLCS form when he faces us.
C'mon you Redbirds, lets prove em' wrong, again!
by yer dog first on May 21, 2009 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 3:07 AM EDT up reply actions
Gotta love baseball
Greene makes awful contact and gets a double, Ryan smokes the ball and it’s an out
that's why there's babip.
the truth can't hurt you, it's just like the dark/ it scares you witless, but in time you see things clear and stark -- macmanus
Tyler Greene
is a pretty decent baserunner. Needs to use his base coaches a little better.
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
Anybody for a Colby Jack?
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I'll have some
C'mon you Redbirds, lets prove em' wrong, again!
by yer dog first on May 21, 2009 10:11 PM EDT up reply actions
of the finest variety (IMO)
C'mon you Redbirds, lets prove em' wrong, again!
by yer dog first on May 21, 2009 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions
good source of protein, next to no carbs
good tasting cheese
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always time for cheese, gromit!
the truth can't hurt you, it's just like the dark/ it scares you witless, but in time you see things clear and stark -- macmanus
I'll take mine with a side of RBI, please..
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by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 10:13 PM EDT up reply actions
HI EVERYBODY
HARRY CAREY HERE
If the MOON were made of cheese….would you eat it?
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Ahh the bullpen doors
what would we do without you Dan and Al?
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leave our eardrums intact?
the truth can't hurt you, it's just like the dark/ it scares you witless, but in time you see things clear and stark -- macmanus
Dan and AL?
i’m dealing with comcast idiots here
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"Colby's got much better the last couple of weeks at facing left-handed pitching"
Yes. Of course he has. It’s nothing to do with, like, random variance, and he wasn’t OK at hitting LHP in the minors or anything…
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
are you saying he wasn't goot at hitting LH in the minors
or being sarcastic
by VolsnCards5 on May 21, 2009 10:16 PM EDT up reply actions
hah
Todd Koppernoll at Brewersfan.net has an interview with former major leaguer Brooks Kieschnick, the first player to hit a home run as a pitcher, a pinch hitter, and as a DH. This is a fascinating account of the rise and fall of a ballplayer. Key quote: “I knew my career was in trouble the minute the Cubs drafted me.”
Why did the Cubs trade for Freel?
Aren’t he and Reed Johnson like the exact same player?
LOL
I said exactly the same thing earlier, but my comparison was “a fast Aaron Miles”. They didn’t give up anything for him, just Gathright I think.
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by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions
I thought that
Gathright would be a better major leaguer.
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
2.5 seconds between Miles reaching the plate
and Dan using the word gritty
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I'd go for the ol' double switch
sh in for gr please…
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by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 10:19 PM EDT up reply actions
I really want Waino to go the distance
It is the Cubs… and he is the best pitcher we have available
The Redbirds are of the highest priority to me... As it should be
I'm down
with Motte or Perez getting the ninth.
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
wouldn not mind seeing perez in to close it down
but yea a waino complete game would be nice
by VolsnCards5 on May 21, 2009 10:20 PM EDT up reply actions
he just chased a foul ball over there that ended up about 5 rows in
but i’m with streamman – i’m scared to death every time i see him drift over there
by Expatcardfan on May 21, 2009 10:23 PM EDT up reply actions
Paging Vince Coleman
Mr. Coleman
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he sure has
but you don’t want to burn his arm out.
Here comes the hook, Soriano
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he knew it was coming
and he still couldn’t hit it
Gotta ask Yadi
if he smiles when he puts down two fingers
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Can he go 120 effectively and then come back effectively? We'll see - with a lead in the 9th
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What an amazing trio of performances we've gotten from our starters this series
by BTown Birds fan on May 21, 2009 10:22 PM EDT reply actions
22 IP, 1ER
Pretty special. Even that 1ER was a little dribbly bleeder down the middle…
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 10:23 PM EDT up reply actions
watching Soriano swing
is like discovering some sort of glitch in a video game. like how every football game has a cheat play, or the going behind the goal thing in NHL ’94 for Sega
by Expatcardfan on May 21, 2009 10:22 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
lol rec'd for awesomeness
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by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 10:23 PM EDT up reply actions
No way
Cutting across the face of the goalie in NHL 94 for Sega. Unstoppable.
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 3:10 AM EDT up reply actions
I just looked at your blog...
and I hate you for mentioning the beatdown at Neyland in ’04. I somehow ended up sitting alone at that game, directly in front of some Auburn people. Probably you. I hate you.
Naw man
I was in Auburn’s marching band at that point. I doubt you were in front of us.
But, if I weren’t in the marching band at that point, I would have heckled you. Then talked with you about how awesome the Cards were (because that was 2004). Will you be in Knoxville this year for Kiffin vs. Chizik round 1?
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 3:15 AM EDT up reply actions
PS - thanks for stopping by my blog
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 3:15 AM EDT up reply actions
Yeah it's my last season as a student...
Up to this point I’ve overseen the worst 4 year stretch in program history, so I need redemption. I’d be thrilled with 7-5…will you be there?
Absolutely
Just about my whole family are Tennessee fans. Some of my family are UGA fans. I’m the black sheep who made his way down to Auburn. All that being said, you can count on me being in Neyland for this year’s Tigers/Vols game, I only wish we played more often than twice out of every five years!
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 3:20 AM EDT up reply actions
Somehow...
I can find no hate in my heart for Auburn, despite the ownage you guys have issued in the last 4 or so meetings. And the fact that we keep losing basketball games down there, which is what really gets under my skin. But we both hate Bama and Georgia, and ya’ll do to Florida what we can’t seem to, so I guess that’s why.
It was a great rivalry before they split into the divisions in ’92 or whatever it was, but that was a little before my time.
Alot of Auburn fans have a large amount of hatred for UT
I’ve heard Auburn people say they’d rather root fo UAT than UT. I say, we pretty much have the same rivals. Before 2003, Auburn played UF and UGA out of the East, which were arguably UT’s biggest rivals. UT played UAT (and Arky) out of the West, of which one was a huge Auburn rival (take a guess). Auburn and UT hate the same people. I don’t see why we don’t join forces more often!
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 3:33 AM EDT up reply actions
That's interesting...
I didn’t realize Tennessee was so unpopular on the plains. Of course everything UT/Kiffin-related is somehow associated with the antichrist himself at this point, so everyone hates us right now. So much of this crap has gotten blown so far out of proportion, it’s insane. For example, Kiffin fired the strength coach today that was hired in December, mainly due to him being a lunatic and pissing off the coaches in other sports. That is currently a headline on the main page of espn.com right now. A freakin’ strength coach. But regardless, we’re both in for a few beatdowns the next couple of seaons until the recruiting gets back to where it should be. I just can’t wait ’til Bama gets caught redhanded again…
To answer both of your posts
Yeah, I was very surprised to find out about the animosity for UT from Auburn folks. I just figured, “we hate the same people, why wouldn’t we get along?” I guess it doesn’t work like that. Consider me one of the few Auburn folks who roots for UT.
If you talk to most Alabama fans, they’ll say that Auburn fans shouldn’t revel in the fact we beat them for six straight years, because “they were on probation for part of it, and they had Mike Shula for a coach for part of it.” I can’t wait until we beat Saban as their coach and hear those excuses. If they can’t beat you, they’ll blame the NCAA and come up with an excuse for why they couldn’t beat you.
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 3:48 AM EDT up reply actions
Strut off the field Waino
you earned it.
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by Smokin Turkeys on May 21, 2009 10:22 PM EDT reply actions
man i love jd drew
he brought us A.D.A.M
by VolsnCards5 on May 21, 2009 10:22 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
OT
Los Straitjackets are playing at the Pageant next Thursday. If I could, I’d be there.
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
Wierdly
Adam is the only human being I’ve ever seen who looks wierd/wrong when he’s not wearing a cap…
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
listen what i sayo?
My brain has shut down completely so my butt is doing all the thinking.
by jacksonian on May 21, 2009 10:26 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Rec
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 3:14 AM EDT up reply actions
going to go blind if he doesn't give it a rest
by Willie McGee's Twin on May 21, 2009 10:27 PM EDT up reply actions
Deidra needs to step in
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 3:16 AM EDT up reply actions
Looks like I was right in the sixth :-)
our bats were going to go to sleep for the rest of the game…
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
I suspect we could see
LaRue batting cleanup tomorrow. Yadi can use a break.
The cat is fine, thank you.
I hate the way we just stop taking disciplined at bats when we get a lead
always make it hard for ourselves. A couple of runs from the heart of the order would’ve really helped the CG effort here…
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
Farking Brewers just tied it against Houston
Still have two on with one out in the top of the 7th.
by BTown Birds fan on May 21, 2009 10:27 PM EDT reply actions
They are not a threat
I’m just as worried about the Reds as I am the Crew. They’ll need ridiculous luck with injuries to stay relevant this year
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 10:28 PM EDT up reply actions
Annoying too
I have LaTroy Hawkins in my fantasy team, closing for them at the moment…
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions
the missing "I", eye
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HL Mencken
Ugly at bats for Schu tonight
his first k he swings at a pitch at his feet.
his second k he watches a fastball right down central.
of course
seeing a commercial telling cubs fans to get their rally caps on because they’re losing isn’t bad
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OHHH YEAHHHH!!!!!!!
gotta go yall
heres to another W to hang on the wall.
Hopefully the world around me will be safe/not stupid, out on the water.
Go Cards!
C'mon you Redbirds, lets prove em' wrong, again!
God's speed my friend
stay dry
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
I just saw Darin Erstad's name in the Brewers/Astros box score and thought
“Wow – is he still playing?” I think I’ve been thinking that about him for about five years now. Thought he was much older for some reason.
by BTown Birds fan on May 21, 2009 10:30 PM EDT reply actions
one down . . .. .and 2 up. Good combination. . .
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HL Mencken
Thursty with the two handed grab
And little league coaches around the country were pleased.
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
So THAT'S why he's been playing so much this season!
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 3:22 AM EDT up reply actions
two down and 2 up even better
An optimist is a man who upon discovering that a rose smells better than a cabbage concludes it will make better soup.
HL Mencken
when i was in chicago
a guy had on a shirt that said…Fukudome: That’s what she said
I laughed for a good 10 minutes
I saw a kid wearing a shirt that said
Cuck the Fardinals.
He looked pretty smart.
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
Well on the opposite side of the specturm
there was a cardinals fan wearing a shirt that said
Zambrano mows my lawn so….
"People ask me what I do in winter when there's no baseball. I'll tell you what I do. I stare out the window and wait for spring" -Rogers Hornsby
so was that
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
Fooled the Ump
It was just that good
Stat Whore
by FlimtotheFlam on May 21, 2009 10:32 PM EDT up reply actions
i was walking down the street here in DC
and saw a guy wearing a cubs t-shirt, and a KU hat. i don’t know how i didn’t punch him. i have great personal restraint.
Don't fuck with him
Sounds like the spawn of Satan to me
Stat Whore
by FlimtotheFlam on May 21, 2009 10:33 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
dammit Tony
this is the wrong move
The Redbirds are of the highest priority to me... As it should be
for the fans maybe
but he’s our top/#2 arm – we don’t want to kill him with a 120+ pitch start.
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 10:33 PM EDT up reply actions
bah
I’d leave wainer in. But it’s probably the right move.
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
standing O for Wagonmaker
hell of a game dude. hell of a game
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
ALCOHOL
I need ALCOHOL stat! FRANKLINS — bottoms up quickly.
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(I still can’t get comfortable with Ryan Franklin as a reliever.)
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Denny's is coming in
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
severs me right for listening to Dan & loud mouth
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
As a reliever or as a closer?
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 3:23 AM EDT up reply actions
believe it or not, i'm not blackout drunk by the 7th tonight
just a little fuzzy drunk in the 9th. and ready for bed. end this thing.
by Expatcardfan on May 21, 2009 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Why RF ?
Oh well, does Mirror Pond Pale Ale qualify as a Franklin?
by kkkkathmandubirdsview on May 21, 2009 10:35 PM EDT up reply actions
Nice time to see Bradly go postal after taking a called strike 3
An optimist is a man who upon discovering that a rose smells better than a cabbage concludes it will make better soup.
HL Mencken
reverse jinx
nvm
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 10:35 PM EDT up reply actions
fucking amish
acting like they own the damn road
by Expatcardfan on May 21, 2009 10:35 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
this will end badly
Franky is the worst closer evar
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
this ump is trying to kill us
Lee already struck out. Now that.
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
AND THAT'S A WINNER!!!!
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
HOW SWEEP IT IS
YA BABY YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
The Redbirds are of the highest priority to me... As it should be
WINNER!!
I really didn’t like the way Shannon’s call started, but it ended just fine!
by BTown Birds fan on May 21, 2009 10:36 PM EDT reply actions
YES!
YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
SWEEPSWEEPSWEEP!!!!!
SWEEEEEEPPP!!!!!!!!!!
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
YAY
Eat it Cubs!
Hooray Adam. Hooray Franklin. Hooray franklins!
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let's have a fracking ROBOT PARTY
I think the occasion calls for it personally
The Redbirds are of the highest priority to me... As it should be
I can do the robot
no you sick fucks…not like that!
* sarcasm might be involved in this comment
by mattyfrommo on May 21, 2009 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions
don't knock it till you try it
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
Hey now
I don’t get around like that. You’ll ruin my reputation.
Future Redbirds - tracking Cardinal prospects for Cardinal Nation
After the debacle of a series against the Brewers
this was a pleasant surprise
effin awesome considering they looked dead in the water just 4 days ago
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
Carp just seems to make everything better, doesn't he?
Helps ADAM w/ his mechanics, throws a short but sweet gem himself…. I think he’s magic. I give him the credit. (And Albert, of course)
defy, cards, defy. hey logic --- you suck.
What a great series
especially after flat-out NOTHING was working out against the Brewers.
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
Its nice to sweep the Cubs after being sweft by the Brew Crew...
Pitching is coming back, lets get those sticks back.
Cards sweep. How few hits did the team have in each victory? Six tonight. The other wins?
Might be a record for most wins with fewest hits. .
An optimist is a man who upon discovering that a rose smells better than a cabbage concludes it will make better soup.
HL Mencken
Big Macs
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there. They can't be bargained with. They can't be reasoned with. They don't feel pity, or remorse, or fear." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 21, 2009 10:56 PM EDT up reply actions
You think Joel
will go up to Wainwright and say, “see, you got to fancy and struck two people out in the 8th. You need to go into the 9th with less pitches. Then you strike two out in the 9th.”
i hope you're not getting broom envy...
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions
I WAS IN THE POOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It kind of sounds like he’s [Duncan] just running around like a puppy out there – full speed ahead in random directions. – BTown Birds Fan
by gdm426 on May 21, 2009 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
why thank you
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions
You know al
it really is.
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
by Felonius_Monk on May 21, 2009 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions 8 recs
hah
St. Louis Cardinals... defying win expectancy since 2008
by vivaelpujols on May 21, 2009 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions
I LOL'd
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 3:25 AM EDT up reply actions
Our closer's
11th save!!!! And he also contributes to brewery profits. A double winner! What a difference 3 days makes to VEB mental health!
by kkkkathmandubirdsview on May 21, 2009 10:38 PM EDT reply actions
The trouble is
which rotation shows up for each series.
by kkkkathmandubirdsview on May 21, 2009 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions
OK guys
alarm goes in 4 hrs 20 mins. Best hit the hay. Great series!!!!
Because chicks dig the intentional base on balls.
Pacific time
is so nice to a Cards fan!
by kkkkathmandubirdsview on May 21, 2009 10:46 PM EDT up reply actions
True. I should have done this sooner.
NFL season…not so kind. Unless you like your franklins with breakfast.
"Well, folks, this game began as a tiny worm and is blossoming into a large cobra." - Mike "The Moon Man" Shannon
by Tudor's Electric Fan on May 21, 2009 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions
ummm...
who doesn’t?
* sarcasm might be involved in this comment
by mattyfrommo on May 21, 2009 10:57 PM EDT up reply actions
The last 2 months
when I was in Kathmandu and drinking Franklins along with all of you, it was 7 am there. No breakfast either! Oh well, detox will have to wait for the next life.
by kkkkathmandubirdsview on May 22, 2009 12:30 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Wagonmaker is a master craftsman. That is one fine wagon (CG) he made tonight.
That is what I would have posted had Wagonmaker got the last out.
"Rasmus doesn't hit lefties. Instead he bashes them over the head with their own bleeding arm he just raced to the mound to rip off before the ball arrives to the plate. He then smashes that baseball with the pitchers bloody arm over the wall because he does not hit lefites he bashes them." Ted Lilly
Sadly we now turn to Smellemeyer and Calamity Kyle . . .
An optimist is a man who upon discovering that a rose smells better than a cabbage concludes it will make better soup.
HL Mencken
Or
they go back to their April form and try to follow the performances of the last 3 starters. I prefer thinking of (Well)meyer and crafty Kyle.
by kkkkathmandubirdsview on May 21, 2009 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Small bears are hurting
three starters tonight hitting below .200, and Soto’s at .206
Yeesh!
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that's what happens when you have a small payroll. Oh, wait . . ..
An optimist is a man who upon discovering that a rose smells better than a cabbage concludes it will make better soup.
HL Mencken
ha ha
"Well, folks, this game began as a tiny worm and is blossoming into a large cobra." - Mike "The Moon Man" Shannon
by Tudor's Electric Fan on May 21, 2009 11:06 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Brett Wallace is hitting over .500 so far in AAA since his call up
If Glaus ends up done for the season, I don’t know how you don’t call this kid up as long as he can play passable defense.
He's one odd looking mofo though
His eyes seem incredibly spread apart
improves vision
like how horses can see the entire field
by Expatcardfan on May 21, 2009 10:51 PM EDT up reply actions
He is an alien invader from the planet smack'a'da'shit'oud'da'ball. He will rule us all.
"Rasmus doesn't hit lefties. Instead he bashes them over the head with their own bleeding arm he just raced to the mound to rip off before the ball arrives to the plate. He then smashes that baseball with the pitchers bloody arm over the wall because he does not hit lefites he bashes them." Ted Lilly
by Red Blazer on May 21, 2009 11:02 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
I, for one,
welcome our new Walrus overlords.
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
by liam on May 21, 2009 11:08 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Kinda like the Futurama with the evil lobster overlords only it's a Walrus?
"Rasmus doesn't hit lefties. Instead he bashes them over the head with their own bleeding arm he just raced to the mound to rip off before the ball arrives to the plate. He then smashes that baseball with the pitchers bloody arm over the wall because he does not hit lefites he bashes them." Ted Lilly
And smote a homer in the first tonight
Guys like Bradley are exactly why we can't have a pumpkin patch anymore.
Looks like Kinney is getting it figured out a little in Memphis
In his last 14.1 innings he has 17k’s, and has only given up 6 hits, 2 runs, and most importantly 4 walks. I had completely forgotten about him.
"I remember once talking to one guy on the Cardinals and asking him what Pujols was like as a teammate. He said something that’s really special, if you think about it. He said: "Albert is so good that you feel like you let him down when you screw up." I thought that had to be the ultimate line that could ever be said about a ballplayer. I build my baseball team around that ballplayer."
by Smokin Turkeys on May 21, 2009 10:59 PM EDT reply actions
easy to do. who gets called up first oss, BTodd or Kinney?
.. . or Wallace. If he keeps tearing the cover off the ball and the third base options fizzle in St Louis the team will have to backtrack. . . . and move on up… . .
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whoops - Boggs, Todd or Kinney
An optimist is a man who upon discovering that a rose smells better than a cabbage concludes it will make better soup.
HL Mencken
I think we need to get a shout out too
Royce Ring 0.60ERA, 15IP, 8H, 5BB, 11 SO’s
Stat Whore
by FlimtotheFlam on May 21, 2009 11:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Agreed
I’m surprised we didn’t see him in The Show right out of spring training. Maybe Tony didn’t like what he saw in the mystical tea leaves that morning.
"Well, folks, this game began as a tiny worm and is blossoming into a large cobra." - Mike "The Moon Man" Shannon
by Tudor's Electric Fan on May 21, 2009 11:45 PM EDT up reply actions
But...
he blew in ST
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 3:27 AM EDT up reply actions
I would love to see the Walrus come up
The Redbirds are of the highest priority to me... As it should be
OMG Julian Taveres won v Pittsburgh. Wonder if we can trade for him. . .?
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gotta love the nats
last 10 games they’re 2-8 i think. it’s an improvement
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OHHH YEAHHHH!!!!!!!
Will TLR ever carry three LOOGYs? Maybe if one could play the outfield or 2nd
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Time to take the series against the Royals and redeem May.
No Greinke, either. So at least we have that going for us.
"Well, folks, this game began as a tiny worm and is blossoming into a large cobra." - Mike "The Moon Man" Shannon
by Tudor's Electric Fan on May 21, 2009 11:36 PM EDT up reply actions
Wow, the Astros are terrible...
Two on, none out in the ninth. Matsui bunts into an out at 3rd, Bourn K’s on 4 pitches, Keppinger grounds to short.
Brewers win 4-3 after trailing 3-0. Someone tell Cecil that his “90 win” team may come up a tad short…
How does Hoffman do it? lousy velocity. .not that much movement on his pitches . .
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HL Mencken
well
the movement he does have on his pitches he uses to the best of his ability, gotta give him credit though, over 40 and still shutting out games is pretty damn good even though it’s against a crappy team.
Cardwash Definition: Birds on the Nat.
OHHH YEAHHHH!!!!!!!
I'm not scrolling through the whole thing but can someone tell me why Franklin
got the matchup vs Bradley and not one of the LOOGYs? I understand closer role and everything but isn’t the definition of the LOOGY…um, one lefthanded out?
by Hardcore Legend on May 22, 2009 12:59 AM EDT reply actions
Reyes was looking for a cheeseburger and could not be found. Less certain about Miller
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HL Mencken
*Big Mac*
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there. They can't be bargained with. They can't be reasoned with. They don't feel pity, or remorse, or fear." - THT
And...
Why is it such a bad thing to call him up this season?
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 3:28 AM EDT up reply actions
his defense sucks
we don’t want to start his arbitration clock.
St. Louis Cardinals... defying win expectancy since 2008
by vivaelpujols on May 22, 2009 3:50 AM EDT up reply actions
But
Overall, is he that much (if at all) a downgrade from Barden/Thurston, arb clock included? I don’t know the answer, someone with more knowledge of all people involved can hopefully give me a good answer to that.
I've got one foot on the platform, the other foot on the train
I'm going back to New Orleans, to wear that ball and chain
by jd is legend on May 22, 2009 3:51 AM EDT up reply actions
That's what Milwaukee did with Braun, though...
He was brutal at 3rd when they called him up in ‘07, but he also raked at the plate. Now they didn’t make the playoffs obviously, but I doubt that was due to Braun’s D…also, I hate Ryan Braun.
That's not to say Wallace will hit the way Braun did...
I’m just saying they might want to overlook the defensive concerns if the offense continues to struggle and they think he’d be a boost.
Actually
Ryan’s D was worth about -30 runs that year! I doubt that Wallace’s D is that bad. All in all, he would likely be a slight upgrade over Thurston/Barden. Give the amount of playing time in question, the difference between them would be less than a win. Would that be worth messing with Wallace’s development and starting his Arb clock early? In my opinion, it wouldn’t.
St. Louis Cardinals... defying win expectancy since 2008
by vivaelpujols on May 22, 2009 4:05 AM EDT up reply actions
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