the news from arizona
by tom s. on Nov 19, 2011 3:54 AM EST
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Printthe Arizona Fall League ended this week. a select few Cardinals were flown down to Arizona to play in Peoria, which is apparently in Arizona now. i believe it has something to do with the football Cardinals.
anyway, at least one cardinal acquitted himself very well, some of them looked terrible, and most of them were pretty undistinguished in their service.
the undisputed champion of the small sample size was ryan jackson. he followed up a pretty reasonable 2011 in Springfield (.278/.334/.415) with a .342/.438/.500 line in Arizona. the long-time glove-first shortstop has begun to show a more adept approach at the plate. of course, the AFL numbers come with not just a small sample size warning, but a very strong offensive skew to the league and the parks. still, there's not really an environment where a .938 OPS is a bad result for a shortstop.
tyler lyons was clearly the team champ on the pitching side. he managed a 4.85 ERA in almost 30 innings (remember the whole hitter-friendly skew), but his peripherals were more telling: 7 walks to 28 strikeouts, for a 4:1 K:BB rate. he did get touched for 4 homers in that brief stint, but i am more interested in the strikeouts and walks.
two prospects making a name for themselves this season on the offensive side produced some resoundingly okay numbers. oscar taveras put forth a .307/.312/.413 line in 75 ABs, and matt adams hit for a .250/.258/.475 line in 80 ABs. between them, they had 3 walks. taveras's line is more appealing to me because he's coming from Quad Cities (instead of Springfield), he's 4 years younger, and he doesn't play first base. taveras is still stretching himself to play against leagues of almost exclusively older players; adams should be solidifying his dominance at the plate.that said, it would be nice to see more walks from both of them, even in a tiny sample size.
the rest of the pitching staff looked mostly terrible in their short stints. most notably, david kopp may have played his way out of the club's plans on the relief front; he was not among the names on the 40-man roster yesterday, making him eligible for the rule V draft next month. he put up a 10.13 ERA, with a 5:8 K:BB rate in almost 11 innings. keith butler didn't look very good either, with a 6.75 ERA and a 5:11 K:BB rate. justin wright looked similarly poor, with an 11.42 ERA and a 6:14 K/BB rate. again, it's a small sample size in a rare, batter-friendly environment, coming at the end of what was a very long season for many of these players, with none of the pitchers representing anything like the cream of the crop in the system. i don't think there is anything to worry about here, but few of these guys did themselves any favors.
also, if you haven't looked at d-dee's fanpost just to my right here, you should. right now, it has 103 recs, which is almost as many as the transcript of joe strauss and bj rains being stuck in an elevator for an hour would have.
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Was K Wong not eligible for the AFL?
‘Cause it seems like if they want to get this guy ready to play for big team by 2013 (or maybe even a Sept. call up this coming season), then they’d want to give him every opportunity to play before then.
"I actually used about nine pitches--two different fastballs, two sliders, a curve, a changeup, knockdown, brushback, and hit-batsman" - Bob Gibson
by ISawGodInGibby'sRightArm on Nov 19, 2011 4:00 AM EST reply actions
He was eligible, but I think he was behind the others on their list of priorities.
I’m guessing they wanted Adams and Jackson to get as much experience as possible since they’re so close to the majors and could be contributing this year. Taveras missed large chunks of the season with injuries and is starting the year at AA in 2012, so they probably wanted him to get more ABs to catch up. You could make an argument for Wong to get ABs too in an effort to advance him enough to give him a shot at the big league job by 2013, but they can only send so many players. He must have been behind the others. Too bad the Hawaiian Winter League was shut down, I’m sure that would have been perfect for him.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 4:19 AM EST up reply actions
How about Australian Baseball League?
http://web.theabl.com.au/index.jsp
It would be interesting if the ABL becomes a more popular destination for off-season US players. Maybe the recent events in Venezuela might spark more interest.
Nyjer Morgan Fan Club President
by peppermartin on Nov 19, 2011 8:18 AM EST up reply actions
Problem with the ABL
Is that they round the bases in the opposite direction.
Who's faster home to first? Yadi or Torty?
by huja on Nov 19, 2011 9:00 AM EST up reply actions 11 recs
that's a rec
Nyjer Morgan Fan Club President
by peppermartin on Nov 19, 2011 9:24 AM EST up reply actions
Also, Kolten had a long season
if you include his time at Hawaii. While I would have liked to see him Arizona, it definitely makes more sense to send Jackson as he is closer to the show (and possible starter next year if Furcal leaves). If Kolten can start the year at AA, he has a good shot to be ready in 2013.
Jackson may be closer
but I doubt he would have any kind of serious shot at starting in 2012, not with T Greene in front of him.
"I actually used about nine pitches--two different fastballs, two sliders, a curve, a changeup, knockdown, brushback, and hit-batsman" - Bob Gibson
by ISawGodInGibby'sRightArm on Nov 19, 2011 10:32 AM EST up reply actions
Not at all clear that T-Greene is "in front" any more.
Spring training could be interesting.
"That’s what a baseball player does: he uses the glove half of the time." -- Rick Horton regarding the DH.
by StanTheManFan on Nov 19, 2011 11:28 AM EST up reply actions
I know this has been discussed often here,
T Greene’s lack of offense at the ML level, but he’s raked harder than Jackson in the minors, his range is very good to excellent, and he’s out of options. Assuming we don’t sign Furcal, or Reyes (only if APu doesn’t come back is that even likely to be an option), I would bet a fair amount that Greene is at the top of the list.
"I actually used about nine pitches--two different fastballs, two sliders, a curve, a changeup, knockdown, brushback, and hit-batsman" - Bob Gibson
by ISawGodInGibby'sRightArm on Nov 19, 2011 12:45 PM EST up reply actions
You, sir
don’t know what you’re talking about. Clearly, Nick Punto is the future of this team. His awesomeness rules!
"That catcher Torre sure ain't no chicken" - Jack Buck
by This...is...Sparta!cular on Nov 19, 2011 1:06 PM EST up reply actions
Shredding your own team is much overrated. Now if the Point Man can shred the opposition . . .
An optimist is a man who upon discovering that a rose smells better than a cabbage concludes it will make better soup.
HL Mencken
Taveras wasn't just going against "almost exclusively older players"
He was the youngest guy in the league not named Bryce Harper. If it hadn’t been for the fact that he drew exactly zero walks, this would have been a very good AFL for him.
"That’s what a baseball player does: he uses the glove half of the time." -- Rick Horton regarding the DH.
tyler lyons... must look up
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
I don't wanna post in d-dee's thread
because at 105 recs and 109 comments, it has a sweet comment:rec ratio.
But congrats to d-dee on hitting triple digits. She deserves it.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 10:11 AM EST reply actions
107 recs
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 19, 2011 11:40 AM EST up reply actions
111 recs, 112 comments now.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 4:00 PM EST up reply actions
that will be cheating
but if it’ll make Y2s cry for his first place fanpost, go for it
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 78
by d-dee on Nov 19, 2011 6:03 PM EST via mobile up reply actions 1 recs
What's Y2S's record for rec's?
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 6:31 PM EST up reply actions
The glossary is awesome btw
I recall a recent discussion about how it’s difficult to find but supposedly available via a link from main page. But I can’t find it. Y2S’s said it was difficult to locate and should be easier so new folks can find it. I was referred to the link directly by a friendly VEBer and it really helped get me up to speed
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 6:51 PM EST up reply actions
It's on the far right in the Viva El Birdos FAQ
below the fanposts and above the featured stories.
Still not a werewolf.
I'm looking and I can't find it
Is it on this page or VEB home page or both?
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 7:00 PM EST up reply actions
Ah, it seems no script was blocking some content...duh IMA
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 7:07 PM EST up reply actions
a little disappointed with Matt Adams
As someone pointed out earlier in the year, even in Springfield, the second half wasn’t as good as the first half for him. I think the poster referred to the trade of Castellanos (for Furcal) and did that have an impact on Adam’s effectiveness? But could he ever hit the ball a long way.
TortyCraig
My guess as to the meaning of Yadi's neck tattoos is that they are the symbols from an ancient civilization for "Caught Stealing."
I'm not very confident
in Adams being a possible replacement at 1st in 2013 if things don’t turn out on the Albert front. I’m not sure Berkman will want, or we would want, another year after ‘12. Let’s hope Adams improves this coming year, either since we’ll need him in ’13 or to improve his trade status.
by ArkansasTravs on Nov 19, 2011 12:07 PM EST up reply actions
I think WMT said it correctly the other day.
Put Freese at 1st and add Cox to 3B. That could be one cheap friggin offensive infield in a couple of years. And it would probably be just as good. Freese will be a downgrade from Albert and Berk but Cox shouldn’t be much of a downgrade from Freese. Wong should be an offensive improvement from the what we’ve gotten out of 2B for a long time. I doubt that Jackson would be any worse than Boog’s avg and could be a lot better when he gets adjusted. Not saying this is ideal, just that it could be a lot worse.
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 19, 2011 12:23 PM EST up reply actions
late 2013-2014
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 7:47 PM EST up reply actions
He could easily be ready for the start of 2013, IMO
by Willie McGee's Twin on Nov 19, 2011 8:53 PM EST up reply actions
Easily? That seems unlikely to me.
He hasn’t even played high A ball yet, which is where they’re starting him next iirc. It’s not impossible, but I think midseason 2013 would be realistically optimistic. Opening Day 2013 would be the absolute earliest.
He’d have to blow through High A, AA, and AAA this year to start in 2013 and/or Descalso/Greene/Whoever would have to be abysmal this year. Idk, it just seems unlikely that he’ll show up before midseason 2013, even if all goes well. I think he’ll play most of this year in AA and probably finish there, before starting in AAA in 2013.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 9:02 PM EST up reply actions
There's a solid chance he starts next year at AA, then is at AAA by the end of the year
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!' -- Whittier
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Oh I should probably have actually read your post
Good prospects are not at AAA for long. Especially if there’s a team need
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!' -- Whittier
Twitter
Yea, but we're still assuming he just aces High A, AA, and AAA
He’s good but even good prospects can hit bumps in the road. I think he’ll be ready by mid season 2013 though. Even if he was ready by opening day, the FO would probably keep him in AAA to delay his arb clock.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 9:14 PM EST up reply actions
Where did you see/hear that he was going to high A next?
Also, below you say you think he’ll be ready mid season 2013, and I think he’ll be ready at the start of 2013. Not much of a difference.
by Willie McGee's Twin on Nov 19, 2011 10:05 PM EST up reply actions
Yea, not a huge difference.
I thought I had read High A somewhere, but I can’t seem to find any indication of where he’ll start the season in 2012. Googling around, I seem to be in the minority here. Maybe they’ll start him at AA; I just figured they’d start him at PB with an eye toward moving him to AA quickly.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 10:28 PM EST up reply actions
About 30 seconds, usually
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!' -- Whittier
Twitter
Anyone see Freese at first and some combination of Lil Carp/Cox at third?
Assuming Albert is elsewhere?
An optimist is a man who upon discovering that a rose smells better than a cabbage concludes it will make better soup.
HL Mencken
Shit - didn't see Forsch's comment.. . . .duh. .
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'm not that disappointed.
He’s a no-walk power hitter. I really hope we trade him this Hot Stove for something. Adams’s value is at its absolute peak right now.
"I'm gonna throw the nastiest curveball I have ever thrown...if he hits it, I'll tip my cap, but if not we're going to the Series."
--Adam Wainwright on the final pitch of the 2006 NLCS
Actually, his value is down a little from July
because of an AFL injury, and also because he seems to have traded a lot of batting average in the last month of the regular season for a few walks. It is not clear what was happening there.
Best to hold onto him in the hopes of a powerful spring training, and see what happens then. Depending on the AP contract situation and whether he rebounds in ST, that may be the sell-high time.
"That’s what a baseball player does: he uses the glove half of the time." -- Rick Horton regarding the DH.
by StanTheManFan on Nov 19, 2011 1:13 PM EST up reply actions
So, how did Big Z do?
Chicago Cubs pitcher Carlos Zambrano was recovering Saturday after being hit in the face with a line drive during Friday night’s start for Caribes de Anzoategui in the Venezuelan Winter League.
Zambrano was removed from the game after the liner hit him in the sixth inning, and received stitches to close the wound at a local hospital. He told friends afterwards that he was fine and intends on making his next start.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 10:13 AM EST reply actions
The ball, on the other hand, was reduced to mush.
"That’s what a baseball player does: he uses the glove half of the time." -- Rick Horton regarding the DH.
by StanTheManFan on Nov 19, 2011 10:15 AM EST up reply actions
no gatorade coolers were harmed in the aftermath.
THEY DID IT FOR TORTY! 2011 WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONS!
twitter
by zoomzoomj88 on Nov 19, 2011 10:45 AM EST up reply actions
In other, other baseball news, the Chunichi Dragons won last night / this morning
to force a Japan Series Game 7.
Wada drove in two with a triple in the first and Dragons pitching would make those runs stand up. They gave up 1 run on 5 hits to Softbank, with 8 Ks and 6 1-2-3 innings. Google Translate tells me that Softbank’s final out was on a “Wicked one fly ball”.
Game 7 will be tonight / tomorrow morning at some unholy hour. 3am or so Central Time, I believe.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 10:25 AM EST reply actions
wicked one fly ball!
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on Nov 19, 2011 10:29 AM EST up reply actions
oh that's perfect, I might actually be awake.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on Nov 19, 2011 10:29 AM EST up reply actions
I don't have a definitive link yet.
The NPB games I’ve watched previously have been at:
http://www.justin.tv/tamakin
http://www.justin.tv/asdfg585
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 2:43 PM EST up reply actions
Thanks
Love game 7s. never seen a Japenesse game before.
Unrelated note: ever read “You Gotta have Wa”?
by Redbird99_98 on Nov 19, 2011 2:56 PM EST up reply actions
I haven't, but I've heard good things.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 3:04 PM EST up reply actions
It only struck me later
that this probably means a fly out to left field.
一邪飛球 if anyone can read that.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 3:07 PM EST up reply actions
Google translate says
An evil fly ball
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
We lefties are used to being called "evil"
so it’s probably one of those amusing translation things.
"That’s what a baseball player does: he uses the glove half of the time." -- Rick Horton regarding the DH.
by StanTheManFan on Nov 19, 2011 3:14 PM EST up reply actions
sinister?
"Self-control is the chief element in self-respect, and self-respect is the chief element in courage." ― Thucydides
I can read the first and last character!
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!' -- Whittier
Twitter
An Ball?
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 3:31 PM EST up reply actions
If you follow Japanese baseball, the books by Robert Whiting are highly recommended.
Whiting is an American who loved Japanese baseball so much that he learned Japanese, broadcast the games in both English and Japanese, married a beautiful Japanese diplomat, and writes wickedly funny and touching accounts of life in Japan.
An optimist is a man who upon discovering that a rose smells better than a cabbage concludes it will make better soup.
HL Mencken
fyi, Scott Rovak is doing a free one hour seminar today at 1
with photos from the postseason at the Creve Coeur Camera mothership on 11615 Olive
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 78
by d-dee on Nov 19, 2011 11:30 AM EST reply actions 1 recs
d-dee....have you ever heard of the image
looking blurry when you look through it, but the pictures are fine? I think I might be losing my sight. Everythings blurry, the image, the numbers at the bottom, everything. It’s frustrating.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
when you look through the camera?
clean your viewfinder, maybe there’s a smudge on it
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 78
by d-dee on Nov 19, 2011 11:52 AM EST up reply actions 1 recs
I don't think that's it, but maybe.
Everything looks out of focus, but from looking at the pictures, it’s not.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
did you pop your eyeball back in
/wiseass
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on Nov 19, 2011 12:10 PM EST up reply actions
important question:
are you wearing your monocle when looking through the viewfinder?
"Baseball is like Church, many attend, few understand" - Wes Westrum
piss off.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
also, how's the bundle of joy?
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
she's doing wonderful
but cutting into my VEB time. All she does is eat, sleep, and pee/poop. Only cries when shes hungry or dirty.
"Baseball is like Church, many attend, few understand" - Wes Westrum
someone had a webcam shot of babysitting while VEBing.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on Nov 19, 2011 10:56 PM EST up reply actions
that's the one
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on Nov 19, 2011 11:00 PM EST up reply actions
I have it saved to my picasa
he kinda looks like fink
"Baseball is like Church, many attend, few understand" - Wes Westrum
hey, I'm not here to judge the way you take care of your kid
"Baseball is like Church, many attend, few understand" - Wes Westrum
More accurate:
fink types madly about something inane that may be but probably is not related to baseball on veb. In the background, a young child bounces on the bed, gleefully yelling “daddy! I’m booming on the bed!” Her shrieks become more full of delight, and ,possibly, insanity, as she bounces precariously close to falling off, but fink pays no mind.
RE-SIGN ALBERT PUJOLS!
o\
woo?
Actually, the kid does love jumping on the bed while yelling that she’s booming, but I am quite attentive to it!
RE-SIGN ALBERT PUJOLS!
I don't doubt that you are an excellent father
"Baseball is like Church, many attend, few understand" - Wes Westrum
this is what they teach you in medical school?
by prophetjohn on Nov 19, 2011 11:04 PM EST up reply actions
there is a dial that adjusts the dioptre
on the viewfinder for people that wear glasses. that’s probably what you did
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 78
by d-dee on Nov 19, 2011 1:44 PM EST via mobile up reply actions 1 recs
that makes sense.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
aiiieee the one time i can't get out there.
stupid responsibility and adulthood.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on Nov 19, 2011 12:06 PM EST up reply actions
Wat
I’ve never heard that you were married or had kids. What other adult responsibility could prevent you from going wherever you damn well please on a Sat. afternoon?
"I actually used about nine pitches--two different fastballs, two sliders, a curve, a changeup, knockdown, brushback, and hit-batsman" - Bob Gibson
by ISawGodInGibby'sRightArm on Nov 19, 2011 12:49 PM EST up reply actions
I'll take "Questions that Yadi2Second will never answer for $1000" Alex
"Baseball is like Church, many attend, few understand" - Wes Westrum
by scoot on Nov 19, 2011 12:53 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
hehe
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
Don't be a troll, isgigra
"That catcher Torre sure ain't no chicken" - Jack Buck
by This...is...Sparta!cular on Nov 19, 2011 1:07 PM EST up reply actions
What the hey?
All dames are alike: they reach down your throat so they can grab your heart, pull it out and they throw it on the floor, and they step on 'em with their high heels, they spit on it, shove it in the oven and they cook the shit out of it. Then they slice it into little pieces, slam it on a hunk of toast, and they serve it to you. And they expect you to say, "Thanks, honey, it's delicious." Rigby Reardon
by isgigra on Nov 19, 2011 1:08 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
Wouldn't it be easier to just save them as .mht files and then make back ups?
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 3:32 PM EST up reply actions
Thank you PJ! Classic. . . .
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 know you were probably joking about printing the threads, but if not assumed it was for posterity or later reading so suggested another method
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 5:16 PM EST up reply actions
so much so that you had to say it twice
Am I out in left field or what?
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 5:28 PM EST up reply actions
What a dumbass I am! I thought you were the one who had adult things to do, and was replying to what I thought was your response to what those where
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 5:35 PM EST up reply actions
Actually I really appreciated the "now for something completely different comeback/penguin pic"
Brought tears to eyes
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 5:40 PM EST up reply actions
So when does Kozma play his way out of the organization
Assuming Tyler Greene makes the major league roster. I bet they would like Ryan Jackson in Memphis
Won't be this year.
After next year, if he has hit as poorly as he did this past year, then I would expect him to be removed from the 40man. But if he improves his offense (say to > .700 OPS), I could see him making the 25 man for 2013.
by Willie McGee's Twin on Nov 19, 2011 12:05 PM EST up reply actions
something (-body) has to give though
Between MCarp, Freese, DD, TGreene, Kozma, Cox, and Wong we’ve got too many MIF/3B in the pipe (depending, of course on whether Furcal comes back for a couple years, Punto is retained, etc.)
by ArkansasTravs on Nov 19, 2011 12:10 PM EST up reply actions
I'm sure by 2013 things will have sorted themselves out. One or more of these guys will fail and be let go, be traded, etc.
Not that I think it will happen, but you could have this lineup in 2013:
1b – Freese (assuming Albert doesn’t sign and Berkman retires/moves on)
2b – DD
3b – Cox
SS – Greene
Util – Kozma
Util – MCarp
Wong – AAA 2b
Or Wong could be at 2b and DD could fill another bench spot. I don’t think the Cards would have two rookies at 2b and 3b, but they would be two highly touted/pedigreed rookies, so it’s at least possible.
by Willie McGee's Twin on Nov 19, 2011 12:45 PM EST up reply actions
Better Dirty Dan occupying Koz's spot and Wong at 2B.
All indications are, dude can hit.
"That’s what a baseball player does: he uses the glove half of the time." -- Rick Horton regarding the DH.
by StanTheManFan on Nov 19, 2011 1:17 PM EST up reply actions
Kozma has done nothing at any level that would indicate he can be a MLB player
Not afraid to nitpick
No moore Lard...
http://sports.yahoo.com/mlb/news;_ylt=Anf47jWn1N83.l7vQ4WYDhoRvLYF?slug=ap-tigers-laird
Who’s gonna spell Moolina now??
:=8o
2011 World Series Champions!
And that is NERTLERB!!!!!!!!!!
:=8D
Most likely Cruz.
Although they may look for another rent-a-catcher.
"That’s what a baseball player does: he uses the glove half of the time." -- Rick Horton regarding the DH.
by StanTheManFan on Nov 19, 2011 1:16 PM EST up reply actions
Nope, all indications are that there will be a ST competition between Cruz and Bryan Anderson
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 2:57 PM EST up reply actions
Which Cruz will most likely win.
That’s kinda my point.
I still wouldn’t be surprised if they look for a rental, although that seems less likely with Matheny and Mozeliak calling the shots than in the TLR days.
"That’s what a baseball player does: he uses the glove half of the time." -- Rick Horton regarding the DH.
by StanTheManFan on Nov 19, 2011 3:01 PM EST up reply actions
Matheny seems to like Anderson, so I wouldn't anoint Cruz just yet.
I really doubt they’ll get a veteran unless Cruz and Anderson look awful in the spring.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 3:31 PM EST up reply actions
I suppose if anyone could make the right call on this one, it would be Matheny
Nyjer Morgan Fan Club President
by peppermartin on Nov 19, 2011 3:38 PM EST up reply actions
I will spell Molina !
Molina
M – O – L – I – N – A
Molina.
If you like baseball...you'll love my ROKU !!!
by Red Blazer on Nov 19, 2011 4:35 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
You'd rather have a universal DH? Ecchhh.
"That’s what a baseball player does: he uses the glove half of the time." -- Rick Horton regarding the DH.
by StanTheManFan on Nov 19, 2011 1:14 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
I would rather have no DH
I just don’t like having the split rule, especially with constant interleague
RE-SIGN EVERYONE
by Notorious PSC on Nov 19, 2011 1:18 PM EST up reply actions
I'm not sure constant interleague
is going to result in many more interleague games. Do we know how they’re going to handle that yet?
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 1:22 PM EST up reply actions
30 interleague games is the talk right now
Kumar: I don't know man, I lose my touch, man.
Dignan: Did you ever have a touch to lose, man?
Compared to 15 for the Cards in '11 and '12.
From 9.25% of the schedule to 18.5%. That’s getting to be a significant chunk.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 1:42 PM EST up reply actions
More playing time for the Craigen I guess
RE-SIGN EVERYONE
by Notorious PSC on Nov 19, 2011 1:44 PM EST up reply actions
Contrariwise, there are 52 series scheduled for the Cards in '12.
If they had to play an interleague series every 15 series, that would only mean 3 or 4 for interleague.
So they don’t have to expand interleague, I don’t think.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 2:03 PM EST up reply actions
I would rather bat 8 in interleague/WS play
let them keep separate rules the rest of the time
by Redbird99_98 on Nov 19, 2011 2:41 PM EST up reply actions
constant interleague is yuck
universal dh is shit
11!
by Cards Fan in Chitown on Nov 19, 2011 6:35 PM EST up reply actions
the difference in the leagues rules is part of the narrative that enhances the game and discussions. The status quo should be kept or the DH in the AL should be removed.
But that will not happen. So keep the status quo as is.
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 6:54 PM EST up reply actions
yup
I like the difference in the two leagues. otherwise why have two separate leagues.
11!
by Cards Fan in Chitown on Nov 19, 2011 9:16 PM EST up reply actions
Zactly
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 11:09 PM EST up reply actions
so, I never thought I'd group these gentlemen together
But jc corcoran and albert einstein have been proved wrong on the same day.
ignorance without the bliss - aimee mann
by tom s. on Nov 19, 2011 1:11 PM EST via mobile reply actions
I tend to give einstein the benefit of the doubt on some of that.
it’s not like he had an Adron collider to prove his theories out with. They were just kind of winging it back then on some things.
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 19, 2011 1:29 PM EST up reply actions
vaguely
it was a fad that fit in between chiseling in stone and painting on cave walls and the interwebs.
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 20, 2011 4:11 AM EST up reply actions
this isn't really proof as far as i'm concerned
i need someone other than the original people to confirm this before it refutes decades evidence supporting relativity
Wouldn't that require a second LHC?
I don’t think anyone else has one.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 3:34 PM EST up reply actions
Chuckie Fick
6’5" and 187 pounds- is this possible?
Just win
by The Duke on Nov 19, 2011 1:30 PM EST via mobile reply actions
ever looked at Manute Bol?
anything is possible
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 19, 2011 1:33 PM EST up reply actions
Well Mr. Continental, it was your lucky day.
I ordered the same razor you linked to, but I actually got what was listed.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
I guess that's just one of the perks of being The Continental.
Ladies can’t resist him, even the Amazon warehouse women.
Still not a werewolf.
It's the Ascot and smoking jacket
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 3:36 PM EST up reply actions
I promise to use the ascot and smoking jacket only for good, never evil.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 3:47 PM EST up reply actions
Good. When you're fighting evil in an ascot and smoking jacket
you’d better look the part.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 3:50 PM EST up reply actions
Bummer.
Let me know how you like it. My bloodletting try-out starts tomorrow.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 3:49 PM EST up reply actions
I actually just used it.
Pretty sweet, and not at all the bloodletting that your looking forward to. I still have my goatee though, so I never had to deal with my chin.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
Nice.
I’m keeping my Stav fuzz too, so I’m in the same boat.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 3:54 PM EST up reply actions
I thought they were already ironic.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 4:06 PM EST up reply actions
wait, you're saying you have a hipster goatee before the hipsters?
überhipster
Still not a werewolf.
What are the benefits of a safety razor vs like a Gillette Fusion
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!' -- Whittier
Twitter
olde-tyme-y goodness
also $0.30/blade (depending on the blade) compared to, what, $4/cartridge? Theoretically you can get a better shave with the safety razor, but I always did pretty well with the Mach 3 blades. I think it depends on the razors, blades, person’s face,etc.
I did it mostly because of the massive savings. I was spending $30/month on mach 3 cartridges, and just could stand the cost. Also going hand-in-hand with the safety razors is the switch to real shaving soap and a brush, which is much much better than the canned crap.
> tebow
Yes to all of this.
Shave seems to be a lot closer vs. the Mach 3’s I’ve been using forever. I’d been thinking of going traditional like this for a while now, and TC’s posting of Amazon screwing up did the trick for me to take the plunge. I’m sick of dropping $20 – $30 a month on plastic blades.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
I guess it's not a huge deal then
I shave maybe once a week, so I only drop like $7 every couple of months
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!' -- Whittier
Twitter
I'm bad about using the Mach 3s too long because I don't want to pay for a new cartridge,
so I should get a better shave just because I won’t be using dull blades anymore.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 5:32 PM EST up reply actions
I never considered one before, and now I'm giving it serious thought.
Oh, VEB.
Still not a werewolf.
Enticing. the 3rd one from the left looks like the one my Dad had
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 11:10 PM EST up reply actions
Ya, my dad gave me an old Gillette razor just like that when I went in the Army,
can’t beat razors like that. Still have it to this day.
by Tuning in from Korea on Nov 20, 2011 6:00 PM EST up reply actions
mine's the second from the right
i don’t have the fancy metal TTO knob at the bottom of mine.. it’s all plastic. Not fancy, but gets the job done quite nicely.
> tebow
Ya'll should be...
reading The Art of Manliness They strongly support the use of straight razors. Shave like your Grandpa did. Be a man.
by mynameistyler on Nov 20, 2011 9:35 AM EST up reply actions
they have them now that you can put a safety blade in.
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 20, 2011 9:45 AM EST up reply actions
Did you see the link that I put up a couple of days ago?
It had one of the replaceable ones for about 20 bucks.
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 20, 2011 1:11 PM EST up reply actions
yeah, I'm thinking of trying those
I’d be interested to see what there is to be gained by using a disposable straight razor apart from faux olde-tymey-nesse. I suppose one would have an extra bit of blade control and what-not.
> tebow
I'd like to get one to try out just cuz.
Even as a failed experiment it’s cheaper than disposables.
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 20, 2011 2:16 PM EST up reply actions
Where did you guys order from?
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 5:26 PM EST up reply actions
Amazon.
I ordered this and this for starters.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
Van Der Hagen set looks sweet, but the other link doesn't ... link
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 5:30 PM EST up reply actions
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
Thanks I may just do eet was well
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 5:38 PM EST up reply actions
It seemed like a decent starter kit.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
I ordered a couple of their blade samplers to try out too.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 5:30 PM EST up reply actions
Ya, I think I will as well.
I oredered a box of the Merkurs, but I’m gonna try a bunch out.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
i'd make sure to try Derbys & Feathers
I also like the Greek Bic blades, but they’re a bit expensive other folks don’t seem to like them all that much. I’ve also heard a lot of good things about the Israeli Personna blades, but haven’t tried them yet. I really like the Feather blades, but they’re pretty aggressive and might not be good for someone just starting out.
> tebow
I have
Derby, 2 different Feather, 3 Gillette, Treet, Dorco, Shark, Astra, Blue Bird, and 7am, plus the Merkur blade it came with. Gonna take me forever to try all of these. I figure I’ll hate a few and just throw ’em away.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 6:12 PM EST up reply actions
The first link is for an evil fly ball...
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 5:32 PM EST up reply actions
Goodbye Furcal
SI_JonHeyman Jon Heyman
hearing barmes deal with #pirates is expected to be about $11M for 2 yrs once completed. thats a lotta primantis.
I love me some Primanti Brothers sammitches.
Definitely a place to hit up if you’re ever in Pittsburgh to watch the Cards at PNC. You have to go to the original restaurant, though, and not the one at the stadium. They’re MUCH better there.
Nyjer Morgan Fan Club President
by peppermartin on Nov 19, 2011 3:51 PM EST up reply actions
That's not a bad deal
I don’t think Barmes is necessarily a better player than their incumbent though
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!' -- Whittier
Twitter
anyone remember the context for this?
I can’t remember what happened to cause this
HAPPY FLIGHT!!!
Running list of Molina pick-offs | twit
this is as far down the rabbit hole as i'm going
Mark Hamilton single to SS according to fangraphs win probability chart
Yadi scored from third, and Skip advanced to third from second. July 5th.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 5:07 PM EST up reply actions
MLB video
Bench reaction is around 11 seconds in. Link.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 5:10 PM EST up reply actions
LOL at the Phillies
Per MLBTradeRumos.com teams will not have to give up picks for Type A free agents now. But the rule is not retroactive…thus the Phil’s still lose theirs. Nice!
2012 MLB All Star Game FanFest: July 6-10 at the Kansas City Convention Center! Ask me for more info!
by mtzxc on Nov 19, 2011 4:11 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Better than mine!
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!' -- Whittier
Twitter
Yes I also like trolling
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!' -- Whittier
Twitter
Clemson Girl not gon' be happy with handegg today
unless something changes fast.
"Sometimes we're not good enough, but our hearts are always good enough" -- Tony La Russa
Kind of dead so posting for your off season reading pleasure
I read this today and it was a very good read and look into the man behind the flying spikes
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
you are welcome
I’ll be watching the Tommy Lee Jones Movie this post season, article compels it
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 11:13 PM EST up reply actions
BTW did you also read the one on Ted Williams? I thought it was excellent too
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 11:14 PM EST up reply actions
Another great read
This one on Ted Williams. Read it last winter, when I wasn’t staring out the window waiting for baseball. It sure helps to have the internet, cable TV with tons of channels, and Netflix, etc to soften the lack of baseball these days.
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
Sounds like Sizemore is going to stay in Cleveland after all.
No help for the Cards there. Hope he can get healthy.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 6:57 PM EST reply actions
WHAT'S HAPPENING IN DISTRICT 13?!
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!' -- Whittier
Twitter
In the ball. . .
An optimist is a man who upon discovering that a rose smells better than a cabbage concludes it will make better soup.
HL Mencken
Damn that must have hurt like hell!
Was he able to stand afterward? After throwing up I mean.
Also, which one hahahahahahaha. Also, also I read the article and he’s alright so cool
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 11:16 PM EST up reply actions
Game over, 3 - Aquilas
Padres farmhand Adys Portillo throws 5 innings, 7K, 2 BB
And gets pie’d
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 8:18 PM EST up reply actions
Big Z / Ozzie G Pepsi commercial!
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 8:18 PM EST up reply actions
This actually has pretty high production values.
Nice graphics, many camera angles, 3 guys in the booth, extensive post-game. Not bad at all. Much, much better than AAA games get.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 8:27 PM EST up reply actions
And now we go to our hot sideline reporters
for the music and dancing portion of the post-game.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 8:32 PM EST up reply actions
I think the final listing of all the sponsors is taking as long as the post-game.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 8:36 PM EST up reply actions
It. just. keeps. going.
Maybe it’s on a perpetual loop and I haven’t noticed.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 8:39 PM EST up reply actions
Well, hell. That was pretty cool.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 19, 2011 8:39 PM EST up reply actions
MLB.com covers the Venezuela League better than I would have expected.
Portillo helps Aguilas one-hit Leones
They have coverage of the Mexican, Dominican, and Puerto Rican Leagues too.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 12:32 AM EST up reply actions
Crazy College Football could get nuts if Oregon and Oklahoma both lose here.
Looking very possible at the moment.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
almost certainly nexdef... purchased
Chuckieeee Fick
Sam Freeman
Adam Ottavino
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
CJ BEATTY
also has an iphone question
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
yeah, nexdef'd
you participated in the discussion. you didn’t know who any of them are, but on second though, you remembered chuckie fick
by prophetjohn on Nov 19, 2011 10:12 PM EST up reply actions
i thought that was the speculation thread... as to who was supposed to make the 40 man.
because i replied to a comment including Kopp.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on Nov 19, 2011 10:21 PM EST up reply actions
and nothing about Ottavino
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on Nov 19, 2011 10:21 PM EST up reply actions
maybe i'm confused
but i saw it on MLBTR that day and came here and ctrl f and found that discussion, so i assumed
by prophetjohn on Nov 19, 2011 10:31 PM EST up reply actions
this just in...
I crawled the earth, but now I'm higher, 2010 watch it go to fire!
by First mammal to wear pants on Nov 19, 2011 10:05 PM EST reply actions 2 recs
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on Nov 19, 2011 10:22 PM EST up reply actions
watched the youtube Switcfoot dark horses
cards tribute again…love that vid. makes you realize how hard this team had it, and stuck it out..
because TLR
fun fact
when i was in college, my buddies’ sister came to visit and brought her fiancee along with her to Carbondale. Her fiancee was Jason Fingers, Rollie’s son. After they got married she became a gynecologist…her title…Dr Fingers, OBGYN.
I crawled the earth, but now I'm higher, 2010 watch it go to fire!
by First mammal to wear pants on Nov 19, 2011 10:41 PM EST reply actions 2 recs
Did Jason inherit his father's penchant for fantastic facial hair?
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 10:43 PM EST up reply actions
he was clean shaven then
but the resemblance was pretty clear
I crawled the earth, but now I'm higher, 2010 watch it go to fire!
by First mammal to wear pants on Nov 19, 2011 10:50 PM EST up reply actions
That sounds impossible.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 10:54 PM EST up reply actions
he told us that he grew up around Charles Barkley and Pete Rose
because Rollie was friends with them, and they were always around
I crawled the earth, but now I'm higher, 2010 watch it go to fire!
by First mammal to wear pants on Nov 19, 2011 11:05 PM EST up reply actions
Interesting
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 10:46 PM EST up reply actions
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 10:49 PM EST up reply actions
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 10:54 PM EST up reply actions
Ooh, best one/last one
http://albertpujolssignswithmarlins.jpg.to
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 11:00 PM EST up reply actions
Good one
what’s the 645 stand for?
11 in '11, Check.
12 in 12, WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
by I-Musial-ly-Am on Nov 19, 2011 11:19 PM EST up reply actions
tell us about the cardinals part, too
by prophetjohn on Nov 19, 2011 11:21 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
I do a lot of analysis of the papal selection process.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 11:35 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
6 = Musial, 45 = Gibson, 5 = Pujols
Three best Cards, debatably.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 11:34 PM EST up reply actions
Does it say 6455?
Looks to me more like the 5 is doing double duty.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 11:50 PM EST up reply actions
i don't think it works like that, you'll have to try again
by prophetjohn on Nov 19, 2011 11:53 PM EST up reply actions
Well it has worked EXACTLY like that so far, so I'm not going to worry about it.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 19, 2011 11:59 PM EST up reply actions
calm down man i'm just playing with you
it is a very good name, cardinals 645
by prophetjohn on Nov 20, 2011 12:01 AM EST up reply actions
No worries, you weren't upsetting me.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 20, 2011 12:06 AM EST up reply actions
i am pleased we've reached this resolution
by prophetjohn on Nov 20, 2011 12:08 AM EST up reply actions
Indeed.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 20, 2011 12:08 AM EST up reply actions
not you
i don’t want you to shake the baby off you leg
by prophetjohn on Nov 20, 2011 12:30 AM EST up reply actions
You might have a problem, The Continental (if that is your real name, which I doubt)
RE-SIGN ALBERT PUJOLS!
You're right.
This feed doesn’t have audio.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 12:09 AM EST up reply actions
WHOOOOOOOOOOO USC
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!' -- Whittier
Twitter
Former Mayos de Navojoa greats:
Jeff Fassero
Mike Hampton
Dyar Miller
Fernando Valenzuela
Whitey Herzog
Mario Mendoza
Kevin Millar
Kevin Youkilis
Rickey Henderson
Matt Stairs
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 12:39 AM EST reply actions
Damn, it's already midnight.
Do I take a nap or just try to stay up for NPB Game 7?
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 12:50 AM EST reply actions
eh, I'll just stay up.
I’d recommend a nap, however. Being too drowsy for game 7 is shameful.
Still not a werewolf.
Game theory motherfuckers
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!' -- Whittier
Twitter
Sweet.
"I don't want to achieve immortality through my work; I want to achieve immortality through not dying. I don't want to live on in the hearts of my countrymen; I want to live on in my apartment." -- Woody Allen
by Cardinals645 on Nov 20, 2011 1:30 AM EST up reply actions
Possible Japan Series Game 7 feed.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 1:30 AM EST reply actions
Starter for Softbank, Toshiya Sugiuchi
Sugiuchi is a left-handed pitcher with a clean three-quarters delivery that he repeats well from pitch to pitch.21 Even by Japanese standards, his frame is diminutive; he is listed at just 175 cm (5 ft 9 in) and 82 kg (180 lb). Despite such disadvantage in size, Sugiuchi is a prolific strikeout pitcher, averaging more than a strikeout per inning for his career (9.47 strikeouts per nine innings at the end of 2010 season). He throws a four-seam fastball sitting in 86-89 mph (tops out at 93 mph), complementing it with a solid-average slider, effective changeup and a occasional curveball.
Sugiuchi is a somewhat unusual pitcher in that he pitches exclusively from the stretch. While he has a relatively slow move to the plate, he has excellent command over all of his pitches and is adept at using his glove to hide the ball throughout his delivery.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 4:38 AM EST reply actions
Starter for Chunichi, Daisuke Yamai
Righty. Wiki doesn’t have much. Pitched 8 innings of a perfect game in 2007 Japan Series.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 4:41 AM EST up reply actions
Basehit by Honda with one away.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 4:43 AM EST reply actions
....aaaaand caught stealing.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 4:44 AM EST up reply actions
Yamai FB sitting high 80s so far.
No score after 1.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 4:45 AM EST reply actions
Tony Blanco workin' a PA here against Sugiuchi
Finally draws a walk after getting 8-9 pitches.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 4:52 AM EST reply actions
Sugiuchi not sharp at all now.
Missing badly.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 4:54 AM EST reply actions
Yet he somehow gets out of the inning.
Still no score going to the bottom of the 2nd.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:00 AM EST up reply actions
FWIW, I assume that my already feeble live blogging skills
will deteriorate as dawn approaches.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 4:55 AM EST reply actions
i am here! hang on, i did actually crash...
will attempt to load it.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Ah, good!
You haven’t missed much.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:04 AM EST up reply actions
now if my feeble computer can handle it.
ahaha, I love the cheer-leaders.
pitcher rocking the Gagne look
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Man, look at the leg kick Matsuda uses.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:06 AM EST reply actions
Matsuda of the Hawks has one busy swing
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
he's not just kicking, he's lunging like it's kendo
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Hawks go quietly. On to the third.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:07 AM EST reply actions
there's a white dog statue with a hat in the Hawks dugout
I think it’s that famous loyal dog whose statue is outside that busy JR station
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Oh, that could be.
I was wondering earlier in the series why the Hawks had a dog mascot.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:08 AM EST up reply actions
Dragons... helmets brought to you by Konami.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
I caught a little of a Mexican League game earlier today.
One team had ads all across the back. Had their numbers on their sleeves. Looked like NASCAR drivers.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:10 AM EST up reply actions
Pirates should look into that
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Man, Sugiuchi has just looked terrible
but Dragons can’t get anything going.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:12 AM EST reply actions
I can't convert km to mi fast enough
changeuppa!
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
spoils a pitch on strike 2, steps off and smiles wryly
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
gritty at-bat ends with foul pop caught
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
All I can remember is 145kph = 90mph
I just guess from there.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:13 AM EST up reply actions
instead of gatorade, the cocacola cooler
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Not sure how Big Z would feel about that.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:15 AM EST up reply actions
i'm guessing this "hai" man is like Tim McCarver
yes/ok, I believe.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
lusty cheers roar as the hit drops for the Hawks
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Tamura v. happy with his hit. adjusts gloves at first base.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
He was smiling before he got to the base.
That’s, like, fineable showboating in Japan, right?
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:18 AM EST up reply actions
off the wall! his Albert-like upright stance works well as he ends up....
well, it was a bit of a Stavinoha swing.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
and we have a shirt-licker. hits his helmet with the bat-head. gonna bunt.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
signs out of Hawks dugout going crazy
announcers discuss the bunt passionately.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Looks like he's stirring paint.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:20 AM EST up reply actions
surely it's a giant tub of sake.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
2nd and 3rd, 0 outs. Damn.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:20 AM EST reply actions
the Japanese players sure pop their shoulders and stretch their muscles a lot.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
ducks out of the way. walked the bases loaded.
mound meeting!
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
a burst of the old timey anime theme song.
now that’s traditional.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
SP Yanai is done
Kobayashi smooths out his mound. big mooncake face.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
0.87 ERA this season in 31 IP
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:26 AM EST up reply actions
now the traditional 80s guitar solo.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
hey, it's being played at the Yahoo! Dome.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
It has an 18' outfield wall!
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:26 AM EST up reply actions
bat on shoulder for a moment, a little excuse-me swing.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
crowd now into a modified chop.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
The crowds wear me out just watching / listening.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:28 AM EST up reply actions
imagine if you were expected to work that hard at a ballpark
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
it's a two-count "Let's Go" kind of chant now. they're really into it.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Got him to chase high and away
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:28 AM EST up reply actions
Full count, bases loaded.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:29 AM EST up reply actions
that was wayyy outside
full count! bases loaded!
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
pitcher thumbs his cap. hitter heaves a big sigh.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
waaaaaaaaaaat. walked a run.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
1 - 0 Softbank on bases loaded walk.
This is no way to run a Game 7, guys.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:30 AM EST reply actions
yes, you clearly need a few bonehead errors first!
……wait.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
I like how the graphics clearly communicate what the effin' eff is going on.
if you muted Fox, there’d be no way to know
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Which feed are you watching?
The one with commercials or the one without?
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:31 AM EST up reply actions
without? I think? no, there was one in the beginning.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Is there a bar across the top with the ball strike out count
or is it in the lower right?
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:32 AM EST up reply actions
now the .200 hitter. bat on shoulder sticking out. butt sticking out.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
seriously, his stance is <
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
1-1. mound meeting with mooncake face.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
pop towards the screen. the crowd shrieks a bit, but the catcher gets it.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
coach ochiai has a word with the ump
Kobayashi done.
here comes the black dude!
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
ahahaaaa ok. Nerruson
is clearly Nelson. get with it, Y2S.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Another pitching change.
In other news, TLR has retired to Japan
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:34 AM EST reply actions
Uchikawa is apparently a dangerous hitter... coff.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Nelson is pretty lean... there's a reds pitcher he reminds me of, but I can't remember who
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
He keeps reminding me of the dude with the big 'fro in Cowboy Bebop
which I’m sure has nothing to do with context here.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:37 AM EST up reply actions
yeah i thought he was a basketball player at first. then wondered if it was just that he was towering over everyone else
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
earrings, beard, tight dreads
two strikes….
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
whoaaa up near the helmet
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Nice throw back in from RF to keep the run from scoring.
That was a strike.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:39 AM EST reply actions
this time the outfielder catches the bloop flare.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Holy shit, they only got one run out of bases loaded, 0 out.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:40 AM EST reply actions
yeah. TLR grins in his sleep.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
he gets Kokubo to fly out.
elevated his pitches scarily, a la Motte.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Nelson's cap is as close to Valverde as it's going to get over there.... maybe a 2 degree tilt.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
oh, was that a frustrated batflip!
(recap)
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
the 4th inning ... fanfare? anthem? uhm.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
must've been a player-cheer.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Foul tip off the catcher's shoulder.
Gotta shake it off.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:46 AM EST reply actions
catcher then calls for it down like he's pulling down some drapes, and hops outside of the box.
boy was that a chase.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
off the bat-head, past the shortstop.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
K, 2 away.
Then a single by Blanco
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:47 AM EST reply actions
Wada has an extremely upright stance
i can’t quite tell, but he looks like the grizzled vet
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Wada reminds me of Youkilis at the plate
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:49 AM EST reply actions
not so much with the butt
but yeah, like a lightning rod
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
deeeep but out.
they do throw the balls into the stands.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Nelson for another inning.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
is that cheer.... ahahaha. it's a childhood thing I can't recall right now. like pop goes the weasel.
now. is that Katy Perry???
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
All I can hear is rhythmic, indecipherable roaring.
I don’t know how you can pick out anything specific
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:52 AM EST up reply actions
it was like hokey pokey sort of song, so I laughed
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
foul back into the stands
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
hitter does have one of those stupid necklaces.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
that was a *shot*. but foul down the line.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
walked him, missing down and in like usual.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
wowww how did he do that. the pitch looked high to me.
i could be wrong
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
They're good at the bunting over there.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:56 AM EST up reply actions
now that's a standing-up stance. geez.
man on second, 1 out
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
doesn't get the call on a high ... curve? was that a curve?
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Was that a split finger grip?
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 5:59 AM EST reply actions
my feed keeps slowing and jumping... i can't discern
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
I don't think it was, actually.
He had his fingers spread wide, but didn’t have the fingertips up on the ball.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:00 AM EST up reply actions
big shot to center, CF gets it and holds the runner
big d’oh smile from the hitter. he reminds me of someone.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
ok, that batting stance looks like modified masturbation.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Missed high on another curve
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:02 AM EST reply actions
not sure why i didn't notice. pitcher's glove is also blue.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
hiiiiigh... foul into the stands behind third
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
I was hoping for a better replay of the play at home.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:04 AM EST up reply actions
got a good shot of the catcher's disgusted face.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Single scores another for Softbank
2 – 0
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:03 AM EST reply actions
Yamazaki stings it to right but the throw is crazy wide.
big hugs on the bench.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
the cheer is now trumpets - then response Let's Go Team, (1 2 3)
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
now it's just Go go go go
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
haha, catcher tries to frame it and leave
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Nelson's working 3 studs in his ears
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
off bat, catcher's glove, his knee... umpire?
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
many disgusted / grim manager shots
like he’s thinking Damn You TLR
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
holy cow, did he snowball that? left fielder saves it and slides.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
LF makes a nice play on a knuckling pop
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:09 AM EST reply actions
now a newsbreak. a concert performer... died, I guess?
reading a tribute. yellow ribbon “keep smiling”
everyone is very sad.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
the NHK girl bows for her back-to-you.
Sankyuu, say the announcers.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
5th inning.
big red… orange bat? lots of stirring the air around… like a really really busy Matt Holliday?
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
full count
the pitcher’s working fast.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
pop flare ... or swinging bunt
weird bounce, the pitcher can’t get it to first in time
SAFE
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
oh, it actually bounced in the opposite direction
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
That.. was sad.
In the box score, it’ll look like a line drive.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:13 AM EST reply actions
THOU SHALT NOT
then the longest run-down ever.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
running on Yamazaki. aw.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Almost got a second gift in that rundown
but his luck ran out
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:15 AM EST reply actions
it was little Keystone Kops there
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"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
really emaciated Fuji grittily fouling 'em away.
2-2 count
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
his bat looks thicker than him.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
the journeyman-lookin' Sugiuchi looks annoyed by this grittiness.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
easy bouncer to short, but he almost gritted it out!
the crowd gives a little appreciative cheer.
doot doo doo doo… let’s go!
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
appeal to first base... and my feed is jumping.
2 strikes.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
And K, chasing away.
2 – 0 Softbank, going to the bottom of the 5th.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:19 AM EST reply actions
bottom fifth. Nelson is up for another inning. oh my.
managers talking to a rather damp Yamazaki in the Hawks dugout.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
I almost wonder if they're *showering* between innings. geez.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
there's that cheer again. i'll transcribe it in the hopes i'll remember it in the morning
da da da, da da da, dadada dat da da da….
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
oh the feed is jumping. different pitcher.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
no, still nelson. what are you doing, feed?
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
There's another one
here if you want to give it a shot.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:22 AM EST up reply actions
i think it might be my computer.
it’s doing Something.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
he's more effective when it drops down low
gets Honda for 1 out.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
swiiiing and a miss.
they’re swinging at junk.
easy comebacker. 2 outs.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Easy tapper back to the pitcher. 2out
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:23 AM EST reply actions
apparently still not getting the high strike.
catcher says low.
Nelson misses, but it’s into the crowd at 3rd base
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
that was a big Holliday swing. at nothin'
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
And another.
On to the 6th!
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:25 AM EST up reply actions
and again. sit down.
Nelson really looked settled. high fives all around.
cheer squad runs onto the field!
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
now the disco ... no, charlie's angels 70s intro type music.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
they all have big flags, big smiles, and... showing a bit of midriff. that's it.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Do I have it in me to watch another hour of baseball?
Let’s find out.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:27 AM EST reply actions
wooooo!
Appropriately lower-case woos since everyone else in the house is asleep.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:28 AM EST up reply actions
now a shot in the booth. McCarver and Buck try to look intelligent.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
wtf, i wasn't fast enough to screencap the box score.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
the scoreboard, i mean
my fingers were slow
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
shots of Yamaki gagne-glasses and chewing his gum on the far rail.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Wow, look how far outside he was set up.
And he still chased.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:32 AM EST reply actions
i am having some extreme tabbing fail. i closed this window
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Hey, somebody made contact.
Fly out to left. 2 out
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:34 AM EST reply actions
arcing fly into no man's land but the left fielder gets it
2 outs
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
and now the heil rally-sticks anthem.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
the ump doesn't seem to give any of those high strikes.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
now there was a crafty pitch.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
throws the bat at it, Yadi style. out at first.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Watching a commercial from the other feed.
A coffee drink called Georgia, with a mountain on the can and cowgirls riding cows….
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:39 AM EST reply actions
the Hawks bench looks fairly bubbly ... and why not. bottom of the 6th
they’re doing the dejected shots already? geez.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Other feed has been giving sad manager shots for a couple of innings.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:40 AM EST up reply actions
yeah, but I thought those were more "I ordered an IBB. I will throw myself into a river." shots
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Nelson still in. facing DH
he’s kind of Ortiz-like.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
he's swinging at ball waaaaay down and in.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
umpire gives emphatic punch-out.
may have been a frame job?
DH: :O
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Yeah, sure looked like it.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:41 AM EST up reply actions
Almost a nice play at short
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:41 AM EST reply actions
an attempted Boog!!
but not too far off base and not in time
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
check at first for number five.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
SAFE! apparently thou shalt run on him.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
slid riiiiight under. he could just as easily have been tagged, imo
would've.
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Stolen base
and odd PG-13 stance afterwards
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:43 AM EST reply actions
wow, was that an excuse-me swing!
replay that bouncer. pitcher barely gets in to cover first, but runner advances.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
no replay?
Dragons manager now on his feet
would've.
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What the hell was that swing?
Did he swing in a circle?
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:44 AM EST reply actions
I don't get it. it was like some carnival ride.
would've.
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Is this the trainer coming out?
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:45 AM EST reply actions
pitching coach maybe? big jawface.
would've.
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Convinced everyone that he's OK, I guess.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:46 AM EST up reply actions
2 outs, man on third. sixth inning.
would've.
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infield pop. third baseman gets it.
on to the 7th
now the saxophone montage.
awww, hahaha, I like this montage. lots of expressions
would've.
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we're now up to the 80s miami vice type music.
dun dunnn da da… dat da da dah!
violin interlude…
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
i take that back! it's more 70s cop show.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Blanco lays off a close one
then swings big at the next.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
keep it down, the catcher gestures
would've.
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2B can't come up with it on the backhand.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:52 AM EST reply actions
Hell, I think he kind of overran it.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:52 AM EST up reply actions
aieeee bouncer over the pitcher's head and past the second baseman
would've.
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journeyman looks like he's got this....
by the way, the balloons are being inflated in the stands. big yellow bulbous things. they will soon be released, I think
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Wada with the giant swinging K
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
aha, I was right. Wada's the old dude.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
oh the bat really is orange.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Sugiuchi is just throwing filth. or they're swinging at junk.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
wait. manager out to meet.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
(so I have a screenshot, but my graphics program wont' open and i think windows has died on me)
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
It's being remarkably resilient for being dead.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 6:58 AM EST up reply actions
I should say explorer
firefox trudges on.
would've.
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but that means I can't even get the Start menu
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
If it's gone away entirely,
you can try Ctrl-Alt-Del and open Task Manager, then File\Run explorer
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:00 AM EST up reply actions
unfortunately task manager *is* open. I just cant' get to it.
would've.
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ahaha, now I screwed up the screenshot.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Fuji's trying to kneel to get something there.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
2 men on, 2 strikes, 2 outs
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
hawww! big fist pumps! OUT!
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
the NHK girl reports on voting in Spain.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
and she bows.
back to the balloons! the girls are now running off the field. and multiple mascots.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Such a deep bow she takes.
And the Softbank Hawk family creeps me out.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:03 AM EST up reply actions
I can't find the pic I linked to a few days ago,
but yeah. Including 3 kids.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:06 AM EST up reply actions
now a 12 year old pitching for the Dragons
would've.
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vs. number 42 Cabrera
aka the white dude
would've.
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wow, did that batter just go "damn!"
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Asao has kind of a Cardinals motion
straight up and down balanced. like Jaime without the jitters. he finishes like a reliever, though.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
gritty at-bat.
ump wipes the plate
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Throw over to first,
runner does push ups.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:10 AM EST reply actions
reverse butcher boy! surprise bunt is surprising.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
barely gets him at first.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
old manager now up to talk
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
cracks a smile
announcers speculate he’s sayin’ daijobou ka, daijobou (you’re ok, you’re ok)
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Athletic play by Asao to snare it and throw to first.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:11 AM EST reply actions
whoa! over the pitcher's head, into center! a double scores him from second!
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Single up the middle, runner scores.
3 – 0 Softbank and Chunichi is running out of outs.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:14 AM EST reply actions
that was a rocket from the centerfielder
but much elation and chest bumping hugs all around for the Hawks
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
and there goes the 7th.
changes for the Hawks, perhaps…
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
curtain call for the Hawks guy who slid in
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
apparently new reliever has pitched a lot lately...
switch in center and catcher, I think
would've.
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Our ol' buddy Brian Falkenborg
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:19 AM EST reply actions
ahaha I couldn't read the uni for so long
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
2 pops back and a swinging strike
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
He's gotta look like Randy Johnson
after watching 140kph tops all night.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:21 AM EST up reply actions
damn it's strike 2 already.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
the announcer keeps saying Sankyuu! 'sit down'
for really big Ks
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
closeup of the poor kid Asao
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Made short work of the Dragons there.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:22 AM EST reply actions
announcer basically goes
thankyouverymuch
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Iwase is up to pitch for the Dragons....
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
lays off a pitch outside. 2-1
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
now spoiling them off.
speeds between 120 and 135
would've.
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Other feed is starting to show distraught Dragons fans.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:29 AM EST reply actions
Ken Rosenthal has been talking for a while.
shot of Dragons manager
would've.
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are these sliders? I can't even tell
would've.
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lays off 132 up in the zone.
shots of nervous Dragon players now
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
that was a pretty pitch. 2-2
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
arcing single behind 2nd base!
2 men on.
would've.
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'nother single.
Nothing going easy for Chinuchi right now.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:35 AM EST reply actions
the Hawks fans with front row seats have to hit the wall with their rally sticks
would've.
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kind of like a forward wave
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Oh, that's a gloomy Dragons section.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:38 AM EST up reply actions
lots of women in the stands. groups of women.
would've.
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Yeah, lots of young women there.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:39 AM EST up reply actions
weird sight of the Hawks sections up and chanting over and over again
and the Dragons fans behind them sitting dejected
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
grittttty at-bat. this is taking forever.
Falkenborg paces.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
and finally the inning ends.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Finally got 'im
Last chance, Dragons.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:40 AM EST up reply actions
you're in time for the 9th inning
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
whoa, I caught 'kokoro' in the Rosenthal commentary
talking about Falkenborg’s travels, I guess. whether his heart was in it.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
catcher positions the outfield
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
149 kph! bringing the heat!
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
comebacker hits Falkenborg! safe at first!
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
throwing hand AAAAAAAAHHHH
trainers hustle him away despite his objections
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
The Falk comes out.
This. changes. everything. (maybe)
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:45 AM EST up reply actions
Oooo. Off the pitcher.
Liner off his elbow, I think.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:44 AM EST reply actions
Japan Series Game 7!
All the marbles! This is it!
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:46 AM EST up reply actions
showing the old Dragons manager's track record
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
i guess they're allowed to have injury delays this long
are they grafting a new arm onto Falk?
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
the crowd is going crazy over the new pitcher
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
long picture of one of his groupies??
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
probably wants to marry him.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
oh great, the young JPOP star comes out.
this is apparently like the Biebs coming out to pitch.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Morifuku gets a nice soft pop song to warm up to.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
to show his sensitive side.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
as he tries to dig a hole in the mound.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
This guy seems little, even by their standards.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:50 AM EST reply actions
the girls like him petite and sensitive!!
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
he throws big. with his whole body.
I’m guessing enjoy him while he’s young, ‘cause he’s gonna break like a D Train.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
his face is like a lap dog
which I guess adds to the cute?
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Morino is up for the Dragons
is Blanco in the hole?
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
He was lurking, for sure.
I’ve given up on trying to follow a batting order for these games.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:52 AM EST up reply actions
(and other interested parties, of course.)
would've.
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a ball goes into the crowd
they catch one which he touched! eee!
would've.
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Chunichi Dragons!
At least, I am.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:54 AM EST up reply actions
I seem to be for the Hawks.
would've.
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131 kph, his fastest pitch so far.
Oh, hey, it’s light outside.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:53 AM EST reply actions
they can't turn the double play?
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Morino on first, Blanco up
shot of Hawks old ortiz DH guy
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Biiiig uppercut swing to pop it up.
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 7:57 AM EST reply actions
prim ball girls sitting really straight
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
gigantic cheer for the next pitcher
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
everyone gets to pat Morifuku on the head.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
facing Wada
Hirata on deck
the 9:00 time check flashes
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Falkenborg in the dugout, in high spirits
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Zaboon just totally played the same commercial twice during the break
Nyjer Morgan Fan Club President
guy is not messing around
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 8:01 AM EST up reply actions
2-2!
ump shakes his head.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
in front of the catcher, but he gets it. full count!
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
That's it, folks.
The SoftBank Hawks are your 2011 Japan Series Champions.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 8:03 AM EST reply actions
the balloons fly! the boys rush the mound and jump and down in a respectful manner!
the coaches shake hands
yellow confetti and fanfare!
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
they immediately put an inset on it, by the way.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
They have to throw the coach up in the air.
They always do
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by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 8:05 AM EST up reply actions
that's frickin' dramatic music, hahaha.
would've.
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Guy is looking pretty emotional.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 8:06 AM EST up reply actions
Yeah, I remember them doing this to Bobby Valentine a few years back
was totally blown away when he started yelling in Japanese
Nyjer Morgan Fan Club President
by peppermartin on Nov 20, 2011 8:06 AM EST up reply actions
that is AWESOME. and choreographed with the dog
would've.
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the ballons ready to go up are now white.
would've.
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the awards are not in the middle of the frickin field like us
they’re on white tables along home plate
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
i take that back, they were just setting up.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
oh shit, there are scary chickens.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
they file off the field respectfully.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Brian Falkenborg, you are a champion now.
Oh, wait.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 8:09 AM EST reply actions 1 recs
who's the white dude with lots of tats?
would've.
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I was wondering that myself.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 8:11 AM EST up reply actions
he looked like Verlander's brother
would've.
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a big board backdrop for the MVP award
in the Yahoo
would've.
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brought to you by Konami and NPB!
would've.
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It's the "Konami Nippon Series" now.
I think this is the first year the name has been sponsored.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 8:12 AM EST up reply actions
ends by tipping cap to the crowd
would've.
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Y2S, thanks for hanging out and live blogging. 'twas fun.
Off to get a little shut eye. G’night.
#HappySeason
by The Continental on Nov 20, 2011 8:16 AM EST reply actions
cheers play-by-play man!
would've.
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Kokubo (sp?) interviewed. keeps saying 'minna' ... everyone
players sitting in front of dugout watching speeches
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
the Dragons are filing out into their dugout to watch too. weird.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
aaaaaahhhhhh scary giant koala
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Hawks line up singlefile across field. cheer girls back at the table too.
lots of bows, and the manager receives a big ole flag.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
big ole cup.
while touching karaoke piano music plays.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
they probably just got their asses chewed
and made to watch to know what it looks like to be champions.
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 20, 2011 8:24 AM EST up reply actions
the old manager is finally at the top step
contemplating his method of ending it all.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
the mysterious tattoed white dude is talking to the DH ortiz guy
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
montage! to the charlies angelesque song.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
now you are conjuring up memories of
Jacklyn, Diane,Farrah and Kate.
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 20, 2011 8:29 AM EST up reply actions
don't we all think of them when we think of baseball
would've.
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I'm sure they've caused thoughts of lots of home runs.
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 20, 2011 8:33 AM EST up reply actions
dammit. Jaclyn*
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 20, 2011 8:31 AM EST up reply actions
speaking of
did you see that episode of NCIS where she played Ducky’s GF? Looking pretty good for an old broad.
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 20, 2011 8:35 AM EST up reply actions
no, i'm on like this indefinite NCIS hiatus since around the Ziva comes home arc
no time. bobo might’ve
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
final montage. NHK thanks you
would've.
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You guys did some yeoman's work tonite.
Makes for some interesting reading.
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 20, 2011 8:37 AM EST up reply actions
had to keep The Continental awake
I actually got some shut eye
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
heh. TC's dedicated, for sure.
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 20, 2011 8:39 AM EST up reply actions
I'm usually up with the chickens
and have yet to see VEB active this early on a Sunday. Glad I was able to catch the end of the series – congrats to the Soft Bank Hawks.
Nyjer Morgan Fan Club President
by peppermartin on Nov 20, 2011 9:35 AM EST up reply actions
I'm always up, just not on until later.
Rain chased me inside for a bit.
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 20, 2011 9:42 AM EST up reply actions
love this
Asked his thoughts on the series, Ochiai, who is stepping down after eight years at the Chunichi helm, said, "What reporters think of how I feel and the reality are totally different. I leave it up to your imagination.
Proud to be a member of The Night of the Longest Train Wreck Ever (9/10/09)
so I bet everyone's looking at the comment count and thinking someone signed.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
THIS JUST IN!!!!!!
Albert Pujols, formerly of the St Louis Cardinals, has just signed a 10 year 400 millions dollar contract with the Chunichi Dragons. The Dragons had just lost the Japan Series and wanted to insure that they don’t lose again.
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 20, 2011 8:49 AM EST reply actions
Sabermetrics Primer?
Does anyone recall a couple/few years back when there was a primer on sabermetrics posted as a highly-rec’d FanPost? I was looking around for that the other day to send to my buddy but I couldn’t find it. Does anyone know where I may find that? I think it was maybe a viveelpujols posting?
I think Rui linked to it a few days ago.
If you do a comment search you may find it.
Johnny Gomes could not be reached for comment
"There is not a better feeling in the whole world than knowing that you are the best team in both leagues."- Bob Forsch on winning the 1982 World Series.
by MaytheForschbewithyou on Nov 20, 2011 10:24 AM EST up reply actions
And just in case anyone else was curious...
http://www.vivaelbirdos.com/2010/1/7/1238375/sabermetric-primer-an-assortment
I don’t think it’s possible for this to be posted too often.
by mynameistyler on Nov 20, 2011 10:53 AM EST up reply actions
Goood morning folks,
23F and clear skies this morning.
25 Nov at noon the Asian series start..
by Tuning in from Korea on Nov 20, 2011 6:05 PM EST reply actions
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