Chris Carpenter and the hypothetical Boring Cardinals
by DanUpBaby on May 26, 2011 6:00 AM EDT
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PrintI liked it better when Carpenter was just getting slammed with no decisions. Over his last four starts the last player standing on the Maple Street Press cover (rejected taglines: "The Machine: Why Albert Pujols Will Never, Ever Slump For Two Consecutive Months"; "Hey, Jerk: Jose Bautista Is A Fluke And A Stupid Jerk" ) has struck out 20 batters, walked four, and seen his ERA rise from 4.32 to 4.58 in the process. ESPN has him on pace to pitch 222 innings, strike out 168 and walk 54, and go 3-16 with a sub-replacement-level ERA. It's as if Albert Pujols had finally started hitting home runs, one after the other, and come out of it with a slugging percentage inexplicably under .400.
Which is why I hate talking about pitchers. Carpenter's looked terrible on the surface and in the narrative stats—he's allowed a ton of hard contact and lost a lot of games in which he's been narrowly but decisively outdueled, usually by someone younger. But just one step deeper into the pitcher-analysis swamp and he looks great, or at least as good as he did in 2010; his strikeout-to-walk ratio and fastball velocity are both up. He's looked bad, but he's looked good doing it.
If anything else, yesterday's loss is still more reason to not take this as the end of Carpenter's run as a front-of-the-rotation starting pitcher. He isn't likely to compete for any more Cy Youngs, but he's not yet Jeff Suppan—which is why it's so difficult to understand why he's been getting results, this year, that would get Jeff Suppan released.
As for getting outdueled—as fun as this team is to watch, they remain a team that started Jon Jay, Daniel Descalso, and Tyler Greene at the same time, and a team like that could really have used the above-average version of Albert Pujols, or the slugging-.300 version of Tyler Greene.
It was exciting—and fun to watch—to see that the Allen Craig experiment will continue even with Skip Schumaker back on the roster. (Is it strange to hope that one tweener outfielder with no experience at second base will displace another briefly celebrated tweener outfielder with no experience at second base? Yes. Will I do it? Yes.)
I remain heartened by the flexibility with which La Russa has utilized this flawed roster; I think that's why this season has been so much more fun—so much more, as Derrick Goold tweeted a few days back, "fascinating, entertaining, maddening, character-driven, confounding" than the other successful teams before it.
Imagine a slightly different team on which Chris Carpenter just fell to 1-5. Albert Pujols has slumped the entire season, Matt Holliday is still out for a few days, but Daniel Descalso always plays third base, because that's his job; Skip Schumaker always plays second base, because that's his job, although Nick Punto and then Tyler Greene played it while he was out. Ryan Franklin got blitzed out of the closer's role but he was replaced immediately by Miguel Batista, who's managed to do a perfectly reasonable impression of the Ryan Franklin who neither makes an All-Star Game nor inspires existential horror when he comes in to pitch with a 9-3 lead.
I'm not sure this hypothetical team is much worse, on May 26, than the one we've been watching instead. But I'm definitely fascinated and entertained by it, and more importantly (for the Cardinals, if not me,) I think these role players and relief pitchers who've been put through different paces all season will benefit from it.
Daniel Descalso, who looked like a terribly overmatched second baseman early in the year, looks now like a utility infielder with surprisingly outstanding reflexes at third and a bat that continues to stalk adequacy; Allen Craig, who didn't really have a role on a team with Lance Berkman and David Freese, let alone this newly adept Descalso, has without warning acquired a new, extremely idiosyncratic role that is useful primarily because of the very specific makeup of this roster. Fernando Salas and Eduardo Sanchez have secured their spots near the top of the bullpen despite missing the Opening Day roster.
I don't know where all this flexibility is coming from, but it's meant a team that's easier to root for in 2011, and I think it might mean a team that's better than it would have been otherwise as early as 2012.
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So...
when you’re up one in the 19th and have no pitchers left… Shouldn’t you just bring in the next day’s starter (in this case Cliff Lee) and then call up someone from the minors to take his start the next day? Seems to me Cliff Lee instead of Valdez against Votto, Bruce, and Rolen improves your chances from 50% to 90%. The difference between Lee and an AAAA guy starting the next day is 60% vs 40% or so. Is this right?
Sign Carlos Silva!!!
I think I would rather use a starter from like 2 days ago
by FlimtotheFlam on May 26, 2011 9:45 AM EDT up reply actions
if he hasn't already thrown his bullpen session for that day, yeah.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
Nevermind...
Valdez pitched the top of the 19th when the game was tied. I thought he was trying to save it.
Sign Carlos Silva!!!
haha
I missed this last night and just read the re-cap. The heart of the Reds order only got a single walk off of the Valdez. Now I don’t feel so bad about the Cards sometimes struggling with meh pitchers.
by ArkansasTravs on May 26, 2011 11:53 AM EDT up reply actions
It was actually a hit batter...
and Rolen barely got hit. Watching Votto and Bruce fail against Valdez in the 19th after six hours of baseball… I bet a few TVs got punched.
Sign Carlos Silva!!!
I think the concern in that scenario is that it takes starters forever to warm-up
and they haven’t been in “pitching mode” all day like they are used to.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 9:47 AM EDT up reply actions
why would you?
the game should be done any minute and why waste a starter never mind you could injure him
it’s just one game
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
It's his job to throw baseballs. He does it literally every other day in some capacity (bullpen session, long toss, etc.).
Given enough time to warm up properly to avoid injury, and given the fact that it improves your chances of winning dramatically (utility infielder pitching→ Cy young starter pitching is basically the biggest swing in pitching talent that I can imagine that doesn’t involve zombie Koufax and Ryan Franklin), the payoff seems huge enough to make the decision a no-brainer.
http://fuckyeahnouns.com/alex%20fritz
i understood e.g. making lincecum pitch in relief in the NLCS last year
but not during regular season
i think it’s overkill
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
If I were a baseball manager (hah),
it would be policy that if the game goes into extras, the starter for the next day and the guy whose bullpen is scheduled for that day are available. When the leverage is such that one good inning from a pitcher can get you a win, it just makes sense to have an actual pitcher pitch the extra innings and call up an actual pitcher to pitch the next day instead of a pitcher tomorrow and a MIF tonight.
http://fuckyeahnouns.com/alex%20fritz
definitely agree
you can even let your next day’s starter go out, throw nothing but 88mph fastballs, just to keep his arm reasonably intact, and it’ll still be a lot better than letting your middle infielder pitch.
Still bitching to contact.
by Felonius_Monk on May 26, 2011 2:53 PM EDT up reply actions
wouldn't koufax, the alive version
still be better than franklin? no need to mess with the undead.
"...and pujols has given st louis the lead"
by tgreenfield on May 26, 2011 11:33 AM EDT up reply actions
that being said
i think if the game is important enough, you bring in the starter. especially if the other team is down to its last players, my guess is that pitcher would still be effective even not trying 100%
"...and pujols has given st louis the lead"
by tgreenfield on May 26, 2011 11:34 AM EDT up reply actions
i mean, that game is just as valuable as the game he is scheduled to start
I'm sorry I impugned your cocksmanship.
Where are you getting the Lee to Valdez percentages?
Skip Schumaker is a scapegoat
by vivaelpujols on May 26, 2011 4:09 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh Valdez is a infielder, I thought he was a bullpen guy
then yes you are probably right.
Skip Schumaker is a scapegoat
by vivaelpujols on May 26, 2011 4:10 PM EDT up reply actions
You know those bumper stickers that say KEEP (Austin, Portland, Louisville, etc) WEIRD?
I’m starting to think the same of the 2011 St. Louis Cardinals. The success of this season so far has been completely illogical. But there is clearly a chemistry to this team that it did not have last year. Keep St. Louis weird!
So far so good
July 6, 2010 is one of my proudest moments.
by The Baseball God on May 26, 2011 9:02 AM EDT up reply actions
Welcome aboard good sir
"I don't trust anybody in the media, and I don't listen to them."
—Albert Pujols
i fear you have placed us all in grave peril
by daring to take the name of the GOB. Thoust oughteth to forsake it know lest you bring the wrath of those bastards who art in diamond upon us.
Has your mother sold her mangle?
verily
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
or maybe now we've got one on our side...
Life is tough, but it's tougher if you're stupid.
- John Wayne
I'm on your side... for the most part
I do like to have my fun, though. I can’t, however, take credit for last night’s CIN loss, as much as I’d like to.
July 6, 2010 is one of my proudest moments.
by The Baseball God on May 26, 2011 12:26 PM EDT up reply actions
mostly unrelated, but this is my favorite
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
Ouch
As an ancestral San Antonian I take offense!
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
pfff, texans, as usual, are offended by everything
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
by d-dee on May 26, 2011 2:07 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Coming dangerously close to messing with Texas
Which is something, I’m told, Texans frown on. I think that’s a bumper sticker too.
(Also, I think the whole “Texas is inherently better than other places” thing is silly and I mock it all the time, as well as sticking up for Texas when it’s unfairly derided)
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
okay, folks, it's time for a lesson gather round
“keep austin weird” – campaign to support local business
“don’t mess with texas” – campaign to discourage littering
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
Yes, I've heard of these things before
Can you guys really not tell when I’m kidding around? I hope I’m not offending anybody, just joshing.
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
Y'ALL JEST JEALOUS
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
We are going to play horseshoes and wear bolo ties and it's gonna be awesome
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
Not to be confused with a bobo tie.
Which is way different.
What’s the going rate?
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 2:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Trade secret
You have to enroll in a membership plan before you get the info on the “premium services”
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
well shit, that takes the hick out of it
and automatically renders it not fun anymore
way to ruin it pj
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
It is kind of ironic, isn't it?
Even I occasionally forget the littering thing.
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
Keep Alabama Beautiful is our littering campaign
I feel like there should be some scare quotes around one of those words
Auburn Tigers - 2010 National Champions, 2011 Fulmer Cup Champions
by jd is legend on May 26, 2011 2:33 PM EDT up reply actions
Obviously for the out-of-towners to read.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 2:35 PM EDT up reply actions
All kidding aside, what was the complaint about San Antonio?
All my relatives live out in quiet parts in the suburbs. I hope this doesn’t get into dangerous politics territory, because if it does then just consider the question retracted.
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
YOUR FACE IS KIDDING
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
snoozefest
san antonio is the centralia, mo of texas
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
It's actually a strange way of embracing and celebrating San Antonio's inherent lameness
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
(note: I currently live in Austin, but I lived in San Zan for 11 years)
and am there now for the break between semesters. I like San Antonio and wouldn’t want it any cooler. Except in temperature. It was 104 yesterday!
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
portland, louisville, etc need to get their own schtick
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
by prophetjohn on May 26, 2011 12:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Are the 2011 Cardinals to date a good look at what the 2012 Cardinals would look like sans Pujols?
Albert’s OPS is currently 23rd among MLB first basemen. If the Cardinals can get even average production out of 1b in 2012, say by putting Berkman there, maybe the extra 20 million that it would take to sign Pujols should be reinvested elsewhere (middle infield, Garcia, Rasmus extensions). I want Pujols to stay as much as anyone, but it certainly looks like it is not worth over-investing in 1b, particularly given the risk of decline and the readily available substitutes.
I know that Albert is not likely to end up with a .737 OPS, but it seems to me that the offense is doing pretty well even with an average-ish 1b.
adding to that thought, for what it's worth
that same ‘average production’ first baseman has been occupying the 3-hole (arguably the most vital spot in the line-up) all year. Some other players not rep’d the way Pujols is might have been moved to the 6 or 7 slot. Not that I am advocating that that be done re Albert.
Still, I think Pu is more than earning his keep, Would Berkman, or Holliday, or Rasmus be as effective as THEY have been from the 3-hole? Debatable, and I think probably not. In some ethereal sense, Albert takes the focus pressure off those three.
Right
Exams done.
Sat on my own at half two in the afternoon drinking celebratory beer.
Entertain me VEB!
Has your mother sold her mangle?
Take it to FedEx/Kinkos.
Do you have those across the pond?
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 9:39 AM EDT up reply actions
Is it just me or does descalso look like a 50 year old
in all the pictures to anyone else?
Proud member of the Sports Injury Industrial Complex: We feel your pain and it feels good.
Yeah he definitely has that sunken-in face look.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 9:53 AM EDT up reply actions
He looks like he should be in a Martin Scorsese movie
by peppermartin on May 26, 2011 10:00 AM EDT up reply actions
Yeah I imagine a new York cop
Or mafia hitman for him to be cast.maybe a disgruntled veteran FBI agent training his replacement. Maybe that’s why Al and Ricky like him, he looks like a veteran
"IF CARDS CAN SIGN SUPPAN THEY CAN GIVE ME A HOME"
by Buddhasillegitimatechild38 on May 26, 2011 10:26 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
That's cause he was in the Battle of the Bulge.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
YES
he totally looks like a character right out of band of brothers.
"...and pujols has given st louis the lead"
by tgreenfield on May 26, 2011 11:35 AM EDT up reply actions
It's like he skipped Young Al Pacino and went right to Old Al Pacino, but he's a 24 year old.
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
I guess last evening was one of those "you can't win them all" games.
That being said…I’m quite concerned about this offense’s ability to produce with Pujols not being Pujols, Holliday injured, and Berkman not hitting for much power since coming back from the wrist injury.
I'm not so much concerned as unsurprised.
Not many teams score a lot of runs without their three, four, and five hitters all healthy and performing. You could also include Rasmus’s struggles as contributing.
"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
Yeah, it really annoys me
that once the top 3 run producers in our offense are taken down, we can’t score a lot! Heh.
Hey....hope everything is well with your grandma.
I heard rocks were falling off the Rimrocks.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
Thanks for the concern.
Her house should be far enough from it though.
Since my grandpa passed at the end of last year she’s been considering moving to the STL area to be closer to my parents. The ridiculous Montana weather may ultimately help her decide. Shame though, I love Montana.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 10:46 AM EDT up reply actions
damn that slide into buster posey
makes nyger morgan’s slides into home look like a walk in the park
video
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
I like a good collision as much as the next guy, but the league has got to do something about head-hunters
clearly, he was aiming for Posey’s head on that one. It’s effing disgusting. He’s lucky if he had only a mild concussion, and can only hope that he doesn’t have issues later on.
by peppermartin on May 26, 2011 9:58 AM EDT up reply actions
can't see the video
but the only concern I’ve heard for Posey’s health is his ankle
"Baseball is like Church, many attend, few understand" - Wes Westrum
when you see it
watch his head hit and drag on the dirt
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
stupid internet explorer
it won’t load any of the videos
"Baseball is like Church, many attend, few understand" - Wes Westrum
I don't think head hunting was clear at all.
And if Posey was properly blocking the plate and not on his knee, he probably doesn’t get hurt.
Tough play.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
i don't think it was on purpose
tie game, extra innings, extra aggressive, really close play and all that, the guy clearly felt bad
but that left ankle… ouch
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
I don't either
It is the 12th inning and he was about to catch the ball. It was going to be a close play
by FlimtotheFlam on May 26, 2011 10:49 AM EDT up reply actions
Maybe not headhunting
but I strongly dislike plays where the baserunner is more intent on taking out the other player than on touching the base. It’s clear that Cousins goal was not to touch home but to knock the shit out of Buster Posey.
Proud member of the Sports Injury Industrial Complex: We feel your pain and it feels good.
Ugh
That’s awful watching the slo-mo replays.
Probably a legal play by the rulebook but it looked damn malicious to me.
Proud member of the Sports Injury Industrial Complex: We feel your pain and it feels good.
Yeah I can't watch sports injuries, for whatever reason
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!'
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But his foot touched home plate.
I’m fine with it as long as the runners body goes over the plate.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
His foot touched homeplate
after he lowered his shoulder for the tackle. His goal wasn’t the plate; it was Posey.
Like I said, legal but dirty as heck, imo.
Proud member of the Sports Injury Industrial Complex: We feel your pain and it feels good.
i don't think there's any doubt that the intent was scoring by knocking the ball out of the catcher's hands
bit of an overkill though
and i wonder why this is even still legal
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
Ty Cobb is rolling over in his grave.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
zombie ty cobb sez: if knocking over the catcher
And slicing him with a razor blade while I do it is wrong, I don’t wanna be right.
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
by tom s. on May 26, 2011 12:41 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
That's one zombie I wouldn't want to screw with.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
He was trying to knock the ball loose and touch home.
That’s different than just trying to knock the ball loose to me.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
so you're saying sliding hard into the catcher okay
sliding hard into the 2b (bp excluded) not okay?
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
sliding hard into 2b is fine, as long as you're still able to touch the bag.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
The catcher does have a bit more protective equipment though
So it’s not a perfect comparison.
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
so would someone be sliding that hard into home
if it were a 1b covering home blocking the plate?
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
Damn Right.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
If you're foolish enough to block the plate without the ball,
then you’re just asking to get the shit knocked out of you.
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 May 26, 2011 12:05 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
It touched the plate, possibly by accident
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
Right, but he's running on line for the plate.
If he veered three feet up the line to tackle Posey it’s a different question.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
Yeah, I'll admit I'm being a little less that completely rational because I hate seeing plays like that
It’s not the worst thing in the world, it just seems uncomfortably close to a dirty play, and also with a really unfortunate result.
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
Posey would have signifigantly decreased his chance of being injured by blocking the plate correctly
which makes me less sympathetic towards it.
Tough play, sucks for everyone. I’m glad Cousins didn’t hop up like a jerk and start celebrating, though.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
nyger morgan would've
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
That's true too
My mind tells me I can’t really blame Cousins, but oof. There’s a strong urge to call foul when the play is that rough.
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
I understand it's within the accepted boundaries in baseball
I think what I don’t like is where the boundaries are located.
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
The only way to do it is to change the rule about
the catcher blocking the plate without the ball in his possession.
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 May 26, 2011 11:43 AM EDT up reply actions
exactly
catchers are taught to block the plate. No other position teaches that. If catcher’s don’t want to get ran over, they need to stop blocking, especially when they don’t have the ball.
Hell, some catchers will block the plate knowing full well, they don’t have a chance at the ball, hoping to knock the runner far enough away so the pitcher (who’s backing up the play) can tag the runner out.
Life is tough, but it's tougher if you're stupid.
- John Wayne
There is a rule about it.
But I’ve never seen it enforced.
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 May 26, 2011 11:44 AM EDT up reply actions
It wasn't head hunting at all
Posey was not only blocking the plate but he was doing so while not having the ball.
Life is tough, but it's tougher if you're stupid.
- John Wayne
They should just ban blocking the plate
pretty hard for the runner not to go in hard when there’s a big dude with armour standing right in your way.
And to be fair, as you point out, Posey got himself into a really bad position there, and, if anything, swung himself into cousins…
Still bitching to contact.
by Felonius_Monk on May 26, 2011 3:01 PM EDT up reply actions
The rules state you can't block the plate
And Posey wasn’t blocking the plate.
The negative waves. Always with the negative waves...
I know.
The rules are not applied by the umpires.
The rules also state that if you make a forward motion on the rubber then throw to first it’s a balk but Andy Pettitte has been picking guys off doing it for years. I’m sure there’s other examples.
If Posey wasn’t intending to block the plate, he shouldn’t really have been standing in front of it. Especially as he didn’t catch the throw anyhow.
Still bitching to contact.
by Felonius_Monk on May 26, 2011 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions
in front here, means towards the mound.
where should he stand? in the on-deck circle?
the rule shouldn’t be that the catcher must give up any hope of making a play if he doesn’t want to be bowled over.
the catcher shouldn’t stand astride the third base line. but that’s not where he was.
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
but what if the throw. . .
is such that it requires the catcher to be standing astride the 3B line?
by SouthsideCardsFan on May 26, 2011 3:13 PM EDT up reply actions
well, he can then
1) stand in the line, make the catch, and accept that he’s fair game until he moves out of the line;
2) make the catch up the line and dive back in to make the play
3) accept that his teammate threw the ball in the wrong place and give up on receiving the throw and making the play. that’s no different than an off-line throw anywhere else on the diamond.
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
Right, those arae the catcher's choices
but how should the rule that some here are advocating deal with that situation?
Should the C have the right to receive the ball as long as it gets there before the runner? If it gets there the same time as the runner?
My point is that it is not an easy situation to cover in a rule.
by SouthsideCardsFan on May 26, 2011 3:56 PM EDT up reply actions
I don't see headhunting
unless there’s an expectation that the runner would get REALLY low, like down on his knees.
head-hunting? come on
legal play, and he aimed his shoulder for posey’s body. sucks that it’s part of the game because of how dangerous it is, but i think Cousins did the thing most likely to score the run, especially if he’s not nimble.
Brutal play
I saw it happen live while I was in bed. Looked like a clean play and the Giants players agreed.
It appeared well within what I perceive to be the unwritten rules for such collisions.
"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
Yep
Hard baseball, but clean. Change the rules if you want to outlaw plays like that.
by SouthsideCardsFan on May 26, 2011 10:58 AM EDT up reply actions
Kurkijan was on SC
and said that Berry was going to petition MLB about it. Joe Torre(ex-catcher) is in charge of that area and that a rule change is unlikely.
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 May 26, 2011 11:40 AM EDT up reply actions
sooo... when do the giants call bengie molina?
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
I dunno
looks like a headfirst slide to the very outside corner of the plate, touching it with the left hand, would have been just as effective. He was clearly just trying the alternative route of knocking the shit out of Posey before worrying about touching the plate. But that’s within the rules, so I don’t hold anything against him.
My favorite words are goodbye, and my favorite color is red
degree of difficulty is substantially higher
on diving for the outside corner of the plate. plus, if you pause the replay when the ball arrives to Posey, Cousins is still 6 feet away from the plate, watching the ball come into Posey’s glove. I would think I was dead to rights there, and would think my only chance was to knock the ball loose.
I think the play was perfectly clean within the current rules and spirit of the league.
That said, and I know this is an unpopular opinion, I think the league ought to outlaw this sort of thing.
Have you been to the mustard museum?
How do you outlaw it though?
In most youth leagues, the rule is that you must slide into a base. Well, that was arguably a slide.
If you say that the runner must avoid the catcher at all costs, then the catcher gets a huge (unfair IMHO) advantage, and can block the plate with impunity, theoretically even without the ball unless the rule prevents the catcher from :“blocking” the plate without the ball.
In the event of a bang-bang play, it is impossible to draft a rule that will not give either the runner or the catcher an unfair advantage.
by SouthsideCardsFan on May 26, 2011 3:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Why?
I’m not being argumentative, just wondering what the justification is.
by SouthsideCardsFan on May 26, 2011 3:14 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, I think it's probably more fair than giving it to the catcher,
and I agree that you can’t eliminate this sort of play without giving something of an unfair advantage to one of them.
Have you been to the mustard museum?
In most youth leagues, Cousins gets tossed for that slide.
The negative waves. Always with the negative waves...
probably
it still doesn’t change the fact that it was technically a slide, and therefore technically not against the rules. What about the situation where the runner cannot help but trip the catcher/2B/3B/SS arse over teakettle when making a slide because the fielder is blocking the base/plate?
by SouthsideCardsFan on May 26, 2011 3:16 PM EDT up reply actions
that shouldn't be legal.
i thought neyer’s article sounded about right.
the runner clearly had a route on the foul side of the 3rd base line. posey was not obstructing the plate; he was positioned in front.
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
Kind of like the whole NFL "defenseless player" argument.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 1:59 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah
When I saw it I kept thinking “why not try to slide around him on the foul side?” Well, I also kept thinking “oh man that looked painful.”
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
It might be interesting to do one of those posts where everyone predicts Albert Pujols's
OPS at the end of the year. (OPS is easy to calculate and I think even non-stat folks are comfortable with OPS)
I say .849.
by Willie McGee's Twin on May 26, 2011 10:03 AM EDT reply actions
I'd say about .930
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
.780
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
by prophetjohn on May 26, 2011 12:55 PM EDT up reply actions
1.159
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
Please this
That’d be one hell of a second half.
The very symbol, the outward and visible expression of the drive, and push, and rush and struggle of the raging, tearing, booming nineteenth century! -- Mark Twain
.814
Auburn Tigers - 2010 National Champions, 2011 Fulmer Cup Champions
by jd is legend on May 26, 2011 2:34 PM EDT up reply actions
ZiPS says .883 FWIW
I’m gonna take the under on that. Erm, .855.
Still bitching to contact.
by Felonius_Monk on May 26, 2011 3:09 PM EDT up reply actions
.925
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions
I think you are uncomfortably close
I hope .849 is way low, but I’d guess something along that line, say, .860
by ArkansasTravs on May 27, 2011 1:29 AM EDT up reply actions
possibly nexdef'd
but ian snell signed with dodgers to minor league deal? lol
If I had a nickel for every time I procrastinate, I'd be so rich that I probably wouldn't have to procrastinate anymore.
"Hunter Pence out at home, catcher Gerald Laird. Three out." STL @ HOU, 4/28/11
by hr on May 26, 2011 10:04 AM EDT via mobile reply actions
Ian Snell *came out of retirement* to sign a minor-league deal with the Dodgers,
after retiring because he didn’t want to go to AAA Memphis, if my memory serves me correctly. Albuquerque must be nicer than Memphis, in his mind.
"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
can he do that? we never released him. he just retired.
Don’t we still have a claim on him? Not that we want him, but should we be able to get something from LA for him?
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
by tom s. on May 26, 2011 12:45 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
that's what the MLB site stated, but it was reported as a retirement.
After his attempt to latch on with the St. Louis Cardinals this spring ended with an assignment to the minors on Tuesday morning, pitcher Ian Snell decided to retire that afternoon.
Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak announced Snell’s intention shortly after the Cardinals game at Roger Dean Stadium.
Mozeliak said the righthander had been assigned that morning to Class AAA Memphis and rather than audition for a reliever or starter role with the big-league club by way of the minors, Snell retired.
The Cardinals had hoped to keep him in the system as a potential for either a long relief role or, should he excel at Memphis, insurance for the starting rotation.
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
Interesting.
I know different sports treat retirements differently. I’m thinking back to the whole Brett Favre saga (the first time) where he un-retired but was still a Packer and then was traded.
Not sure what the MLB process is though.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 3:35 PM EDT up reply actions
Maybe we could get Andre Ethier. . .
or Matt Kemp in exchange for the rights to Ian Snell?
/STLToday Forum
by SouthsideCardsFan on May 26, 2011 3:57 PM EDT up reply actions
they play Jay Gibbons on a regular basis
nothing they do lately really surprises me.
Life is tough, but it's tougher if you're stupid.
- John Wayne
I'm glad to know that I'm
not the only one that really loves this team. Win or lose, it’s fun to guess the lineup card from day to day, watch this team that can absolutely rake, watch them pitch so well, watch the young kids finally start to take their place on the depth chart.
This is going to be an entertaining year, fo’ so’.
Baseball's only fun if you're playing it, watching it, or thinking about it.
The fun part for me
is seeing TLR take a chance. Trying Salas and Sanchez as the closer, and trying Craig at 2nd. Often his weird changes drive me nuts, but I see these as an attempt to find a spot for a good player.
You know, it's kinda funny, and I'm the first one to be guilty of it.
When Tony makes strange moves with his lineup that involve young players, I’m all juiced up about it, i.e. Craig at second. When he makes these same moves with older players, I get all kinds of pissed off.
But damn I love the idea of a lineup with Rasmus, Pujols, Holliday, Berkman, Freese, and Craig. They should score a run or two, defense be damned.
Baseball's only fun if you're playing it, watching it, or thinking about it.
I like an all-platoon infield next season!
vs lefties we have Freese 3B, Craig 2B, Berkman (hitting righty) 1B and Greene/Theriot/JJ Hardy/whoever at SS
vs righties we go Carpenter 3B, Descalso 2B, Berkman (hitting lefty) 1B. Just need to find a left-handed shortstop somewhere!
Still bitching to contact.
by Felonius_Monk on May 26, 2011 3:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah tere's still some hypocrital favoritism (Frankista)
But much less than usual and a whole lot of finding room for good players even if they’re young, like finding room for Craig, trusting Salas and Sanchez, and even before pulling him after one bad game and sending him to the minors for some stupid reason Boggs got the first crack at unofficial closer after Frankie lost it
"IF CARDS CAN SIGN SUPPAN THEY CAN GIVE ME A HOME"
by Buddhasillegitimatechild38 on May 26, 2011 10:33 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
to be fair
the decision to retain frankista and dump Boggs seems to have been Mozeliak’s. I think if Mo really wanted to force Boggs on TLR he could easily have done so.
Still bitching to contact.
by Felonius_Monk on May 26, 2011 3:13 PM EDT up reply actions
So the GOBs are doing everything that they can to keep me out of Denver.
The road that was closed, is now open, but another stretch before that is now closed. Starting to look like I’ll have to go through all of Idaho and Wyoming to get there. Good news is that there’s no flooding. Bad news is, it’s an extra 100 miles.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
FORD THE DANG RIVER
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
by Alxfritz on May 26, 2011 10:25 AM EDT up reply actions 3 recs
Caulk it
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did you make it to Lambert?
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
Oh yeah
Barely any rain at all
Then gambled until 3:00 in the morning. Just picked up my friend, and now he’s napping since he flies standby and was at LAX for 12 hours yesterday haha
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!'
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bachelor party?
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
Tomorrow and tomorrow night, yeah
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!'
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while you're having fun think about it
if you don’t get married, that kind of thing could be going down all the time
and then double up on socks
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
Oh shit you're right
I gotta go think about things…
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!'
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Does he drive a Ford?
If not, he may want to try to fjord the river.
"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
He pines for the days when the roads were clear...
The negative waves. Always with the negative waves...
He's pining for the fjords
"IF CARDS CAN SIGN SUPPAN THEY CAN GIVE ME A HOME"
by Buddhasillegitimatechild38 on May 26, 2011 10:36 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
You going to visit Lboros?
Baseball's only fun if you're playing it, watching it, or thinking about it.
If he's at the game, I'll be in section 119 on Friday, and 215 on Sunday.
I think we’re rockpiling it on Sunday.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
Poor Cub Starters
3 of them in the Top 10 in the difference between ERA and FIP.
Name ERA FIP
Matt Garza 3.72 1.82
Ryan Dempster 6.29 4.51
Carlos Zambrano 4.88 3.83
We tend to call failure so bad that it's hard to explain "cubbing it"
So this makes sense
"IF CARDS CAN SIGN SUPPAN THEY CAN GIVE ME A HOME"
by Buddhasillegitimatechild38 on May 26, 2011 10:37 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Cubs should just get it over with and re-name themselves the Bad News Bears
by peppermartin on May 26, 2011 10:39 AM EDT up reply actions
or just disband a build a mall in the place of wrigley
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
That mall would be "so full of history"
"IF CARDS CAN SIGN SUPPAN THEY CAN GIVE ME A HOME"
by Buddhasillegitimatechild38 on May 26, 2011 10:45 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
They can't disband
Their games are too damn entertaining.
I had last night’s game on in the background while playing games with the kids. In a few years, when maybe they’ll understand baseball, I can see “see, don’t do that!”
Things you absolutely have to do at Busch III
Making only my second trip there (since 2006 playoffs). What ‘things’ must you take in at the facility?
Like @ PNC, you need to walk in the OF concourse to see the city line, eat at Manny’s and grab a bucket of wings @ Quaker Steak.
by Hardcore Legend on May 26, 2011 10:42 AM EDT via mobile reply actions
take a picture of the field with the arch in the back from the sections behind the guest dugout
eat some bacon wrapped hot dogs
steal a good seat
NOT try the coffee
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
Get a haircut?
"IF CARDS CAN SIGN SUPPAN THEY CAN GIVE ME A HOME"
by Buddhasillegitimatechild38 on May 26, 2011 10:48 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Bacon wrapped hotdog.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
Does anyone know what brand hot dog
They sell at Busch? Its Sugardale at PNC and GABP.
by Hardcore Legend on May 26, 2011 11:45 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Multiple brands.
Whatever stand you’re at should say.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
I think the normal stands are Hunter.
Who needs affection when you can have blind hatred?
"If I do it wrong just break another toe. Three's my lucky number anyway." -Evan Lysacek: 2010 Olympic Gold Medalist ♥
by ClemsonGirl on May 26, 2011 11:48 AM EDT up reply actions
Find some Schlafly taps
Other than that, there’s not a whole lot that’s special other than the game. And that’s what I really like about Busch III – things are kept pretty simple, and there’s not that much to see other than the great views of the field.
Check
Depending on where your seats are, partaking in some culinary delights may require a decent walk.
The standard fare is universally available at all the concession areas, but the specialties are in different places. The gourmet nachos are awesome.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 12:06 PM EDT up reply actions
in other mlb news boog is hitting triples now and is trying out new facial hair
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
I love it!
Baseball statistics are like a girl in a bikini. They show a lot, but not everything. ~Toby Harrah, 1983
by Dave Pendleton on May 26, 2011 10:45 AM EDT up reply actions
Matt Adams - 5/6 last night
Season line at .333/.373/.655
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!'
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Matt Adams could hit what Pujols is currently hitting
T/F?
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!'
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For his rookie year if you gave him 500 plate appearances...
I would take the over…. Just because a 407 slugging % is pathetic.
Sign Carlos Silva!!!
prob false at this moment IMO
although he’s probably not far off. I’d say he’s maybe a league average hitter if he moved up to MLB now. Pujols is hitting a touch above that.
Still bitching to contact.
by Felonius_Monk on May 26, 2011 3:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Possible future nicknames
Mattimir Guerrero
Fat-imir Guerrero
Fatty Matty Bo-Batty
(I hear he’s kind of a big guy)
(Athletes who are big must be called “fat” by people, I am pretty sure it’s a rule)
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
I like Fatty Matty Bo-Batty
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!'
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by mysterui on May 26, 2011 10:47 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Is he a redhead by chance?
If so I say Garfield
"IF CARDS CAN SIGN SUPPAN THEY CAN GIVE ME A HOME"
by Buddhasillegitimatechild38 on May 26, 2011 10:51 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
heath bell disagrees. he's an athlete after all
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
lasorda?
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
by tom s. on May 26, 2011 12:49 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
In Adams case
from what I’ve seen, he’s not big, he is ACTUALLY Fat. Pablo Sandoval/Prince Fielder-type fat.
Still bitching to contact.
by Felonius_Monk on May 26, 2011 3:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Haha. I didn't realize he was that big.
Kung Fu Padam?
The very symbol, the outward and visible expression of the drive, and push, and rush and struggle of the raging, tearing, booming nineteenth century! -- Mark Twain
Cardinals are the best baserunning team, by far, of the decade
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!'
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What equation is fangraphs using?
X = Cardinals base-running ability
Y = Thurston base-running ability
Z = adjusted Cardinals base-running ability
X-Y = Z
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 10:51 AM EDT up reply actions
Interesting...
Total runs scored seems more volatile on the “bad baserunning” half.
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
That IS interesting
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!'
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Doesn't seem "too" volatile except for Red Sox and Yankees (two high OBP, high SLG teams, who don't run)
For example, you’d expect the Red Sox, with personnel like Youk, Ortiz, Manny, etc., to be high-scoring, but to perform poorly under UBR. It’s definitely interesting though. All else being equal (though it never is), it’ll always be better to be a better base-running team than not, but there’s more than one successful way to score runs (like hitting dingers).
by Willie McGee's Twin on May 26, 2011 11:07 AM EDT up reply actions
Well, to a lesser extent there's also the White Sox, Phillies, Braves, and Blue Jays, who all scored lots of runs without very high RBR scores
And they’re all right next to teams that had both a low UBR and didn’t score much, relative to the other teams. There’s clearly more “peaks and valleys” towards the left of the graph.
My initial reaction was that teams with the lower scores are probably either teams that just suck, and being bad base runners is part of that, or teams who are designed not to have to run well because they have slow OBP and SLG oriented hitters.
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
I don't think that really means anything
That would imply that bad baserunning teams or more “hit or miss” when it comes to runs, which doesn’t really make much sense to me – unless you follow the Rex Hudler school of thought.
Skip Schumaker is a scapegoat
by vivaelpujols on May 26, 2011 4:19 PM EDT up reply actions
My quick take
We’re #1 because we don’t run much. We don’t risk it, and thus aren’t penalized for CS’s. When we do run, we have a good percentage, and we’re decent at taking the extra base on hits.
Maybe this is a decent validation of Oquendo’s 3rd base coaching.
SB/CS aren't in this formula
They’re packaged in with wOBA
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!'
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Ahhh
Thanks. I should read the whole thing before typing.
But if that’s the case, credit where credit is due to Oquendo? Or credit Pujols for being a smart baserunner? Little from column A, little from column B?
I think it's fair to give credit to the coaching staff for this
They also seem to bring players in who are good baserunners (Larry Walker, Holliday, Rolen)
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!'
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Colby Rasmus is in the top 30 in baserunning above average from 2001-10,
despite the fact that he only played in 09-10.
http://fuckyeahnouns.com/alex%20fritz
Even to the eye, he is a very, very good baserunner (not base stealer)
by Willie McGee's Twin on May 26, 2011 1:48 PM EDT up reply actions
agreed
he’s fast and i can’t ever remember him getting thrown out doing something stupid. Seems to judge other guys’ hits well, too, when he’s on the bases. Gets good jumps. Nothing much not to like IMO.
Still bitching to contact.
by Felonius_Monk on May 26, 2011 3:18 PM EDT up reply actions
and i think he was the one who scored from 2nd on that sac fly by albert.
obviously this anecdote is representative
Decrease runs scored? Maybe. Decrease winning? Never seen that proven.
Worth 2 WAR already this year
Skip Schumaker is a scapegoat
by vivaelpujols on May 26, 2011 4:21 PM EDT up reply actions
same for elvis andrus
but i’m not really shocked about that.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
How is that possible?
Skip Schumaker is a scapegoat
by vivaelpujols on May 26, 2011 4:14 PM EDT up reply actions
Also why would they name it Bsr, that's already the acronym for Base Runs
Skip Schumaker is a scapegoat
by vivaelpujols on May 26, 2011 4:15 PM EDT up reply actions
What will it take for Brandon Phillips to stop being such a chatterbox?
That was pretty embarrassing last night…
Sign Carlos Silva!!!
do share
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
haha, dumbass
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
What an idiot.
Who needs affection when you can have blind hatred?
"If I do it wrong just break another toe. Three's my lucky number anyway." -Evan Lysacek: 2010 Olympic Gold Medalist ♥
by ClemsonGirl on May 26, 2011 11:27 AM EDT up reply actions
I read this in Hermione's voice.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 11:38 AM EDT up reply actions
Well that's how I said it.
Who needs affection when you can have blind hatred?
"If I do it wrong just break another toe. Three's my lucky number anyway." -Evan Lysacek: 2010 Olympic Gold Medalist ♥
by ClemsonGirl on May 26, 2011 11:41 AM EDT up reply actions
cant watch the video
what did he do?
"Baseball is like Church, many attend, few understand" - Wes Westrum
looking towards 3b for some reason, possibly talking to someone
got picked off by a mile
embarrassing
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
I'm sure lots of 3B can hit 90
Didn’t they say last night that Descalso can hit 90?
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!'
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Mach 3 is so last year....
haven’t you seen the ads?
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
No, but somehow I still keep clicking on them by accident
(Wait, is that the same company?)
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
Yes, they're marketing against themselves.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
Descalso has an absolute cannon
I’ve been REALLY impressed with his defense. To me, he looks to be not far off the Rolen/Beltre league at 3B.
Still bitching to contact.
by Felonius_Monk on May 26, 2011 3:20 PM EDT up reply actions
probably not very surprising --
Most good high school programs have guys who throw that hard – and most (if not the vast majority) of D1 pitchers throw that hard. I would imagine most major leaguers who don’t have complete noodle arms can hit 85 and many, many could throw 90mph.
by Willie McGee's Twin on May 26, 2011 11:11 AM EDT up reply actions
Ryan Howard...
had to cover his face with his glove to hide his laughing when Valdez shook off the catcher.
what it is, indeed.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
Rough hand dealt the Reds...
They play 12 hours after last night’s game wrapped up and the Phillies don’t need their pen b/c Cliff Lee.
Sign Carlos Silva!!!
Not sure if NexDef'd
But great article by Goold on Carlos Martinez and his first start
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!'
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Hope the rain stays away tonight.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 11:28 AM EDT up reply actions
Love this quote
“A scout from another NL team suggested that pitchers with fastballs like Martinez “aren’t seen too often or too long in this (Midwest) League.”"
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!'
Twitter | Gas House Graphs
That's a good piece by Goold. Thanks for the link.
I knew they went through a lot to get the legal stuff worked out, but I didn’t know the lengths that they went to.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 11:37 AM EDT up reply actions
you goin?
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
Most likely, yeah. If the weather holds out.
I’m just going to try to get tickets when I get there.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 11:36 AM EDT up reply actions
Something tells me,
$10 or not, getting a ticket shouldn’t be a problem. I’d just get there early and claim some good seats, since it’s GA.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
They will all be good seats.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
not the one sitting next to your ass
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
by d-dee on May 26, 2011 11:58 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Are you going?
Does your fancy schmancy camera have video capability? Because a Carlos Martinez video would be HUGELY appreciated
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!'
Twitter | Gas House Graphs
sure, i'll record you some if i remember
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
Thank God.
Have you met people? They’re the worst!
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
I think hell is other people.
Some smart guy said that.
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
Ya, but I'd be angling for some green seats behind the plate, myself.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
i don't think they'll make those available
or the commissioner’s box
besides, green seats behind hp have the net in front of them
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
Sucks for picture taking, I know, but great for watching.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
i think first three rows of sections 140-139 is where it's at, myself
can see the full windup of the pitcher from the side and capture the batting stance and swing of every batter. plus, the dugout is right there in front of you
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
Work will have the most to say about when I'm able to get there,
but I’m going to try to escape as early as possible.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 12:01 PM EDT up reply actions
should be sunny and no precipitation after lunch
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
Feels so rare
To read such a well written article by the PD
by FlimtotheFlam on May 26, 2011 12:53 PM EDT up reply actions
johnfayman: Rolen looks at line up card, sees he's not in it: "There is a God." #reds
Of all sad words of tongue or pen; the saddest are these: 'It might have been!'
Twitter | Gas House Graphs
Are we still planning for June 6 also?
Or does that depend on how today goes? I won’t be available for the day game, I’m either going to be mowing, or continuing to clean up downed trees.
by ArkansasTravs on May 26, 2011 12:09 PM EDT up reply actions
I think so.
But that may ultimately depend on today, as you mention.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 12:18 PM EDT up reply actions
so is Felipe Lopez' career over or what?
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
/stretches
GO MIKE STANTON! GO ANIBAL SANCHEZ!
/stretches
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
Zero.
Even if they invade us, it would be no different than how we all have to ignore fang, Cody, and zoomzoom’s posts.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 12:33 PM EDT up reply actions
Plus,
how many posts can Steve make in one day?
by ArkansasTravs on May 26, 2011 12:34 PM EDT up reply actions
It almost sounds like a challenge.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
i can outpost their entire game thread in an hour if i wanted to
there’s no chance this backfires.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
They had 83 yesterday.
I 100% agree with you.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 12:35 PM EDT up reply actions
not this week
/you’re welcome
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
what did I do now?
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
still suggesting "ReRe"
or rere. heh.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 26, 2011 12:51 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm just gonna go with CessPit.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 12:52 PM EDT up reply actions
aww i was going to get the chart to hit rock bottom this week
and then go back to 90s range.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
They generally get 100-150 or so.
I’m sure the comments were down because of the west coast start.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 12:39 PM EDT up reply actions
i say we try getting them their first 1000 comment post.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
I'd really like to introduce the concept of an overflow thread.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 12:40 PM EDT up reply actions
"ooh 50 comments, might be time to start a new thread"
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
I was thinking more like 650 - 700 or so.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 12:42 PM EDT up reply actions
...with tags.
/runs.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 26, 2011 12:52 PM EDT up reply actions
I just noticed all of Fish Stripes has tagged posts
even the main threads are placed in categories.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
Y2S becomes Stanton2UpperDeck.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 12:54 PM EDT up reply actions 2 recs
I'll settle for making azru's brain bleed.
but first, photoshop has to load.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
believe it or not
that’s not me.
I was making my avatar.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
you forgot the british cousins chaulk and claunk
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
by clank on May 26, 2011 1:28 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
WHO COULD IT POSSIBLE BE?
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
I've been asking for years.
I live in hope.
but not crazy-tagged and sectioned, like BCB. of course.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 26, 2011 12:55 PM EDT up reply actions
Of course.
Just, you know, everyone play nice.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 12:40 PM EDT up reply actions
repost ... just on the safe side
can we forgo (forgo? really? I can’t spell)
the gifs
the swears
the grudges ?
we’re guests, and all.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 26, 2011 12:44 PM EDT up reply actions
I'll be friendly all caps guy the entire time.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
life would be easier if there were an HTML for small-caps.
there isn’t, is there? I think that’s just CSS.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 26, 2011 12:46 PM EDT up reply actions
NICE OF YOU TO REMEMBER ME, FRIEND!
If I had a nickel for every time I procrastinate, I'd be so rich that I probably wouldn't have to procrastinate anymore.
"Hunter Pence out at home, catcher Gerald Laird. Three out." STL @ HOU, 4/28/11
by hr on May 26, 2011 2:03 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
OH HEY BUDDY, HARD TO FORGET SUCH A COOL GUY.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
CAN YOU HEAR THIS? I'M WHISPERING!
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 2:06 PM EDT up reply actions
or at least link to gifs.
I don’t think that’s unreasonable, given the number of us potentially going. it’s easier not to look like an invasion force if you don’t act like it.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 26, 2011 12:46 PM EDT up reply actions
They get 100 posts per gamethread
We’re an invasion force by the 3rd batter.
The negative waves. Always with the negative waves...
well yes, but we're aiming for a *second* try at this.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 26, 2011 12:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Oooh, can I be Starscream?
Still bitching to contact.
by Felonius_Monk on May 26, 2011 3:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Are we acknowledging that we all know one-another?
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 12:52 PM EDT up reply actions
this might be complicated......
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 26, 2011 12:53 PM EDT up reply actions
just think of it like coming out of the closet
wait… i might be the only person who that metaphor is appropriate for.
Has your mother sold her Marlins?
I was talking to myself
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 26, 2011 12:59 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm a gay englishman going to school in Liverpool!
SHINE YO SHOES FOR A NICKLE, GOVERNOR?
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
by Alxfritz on May 26, 2011 12:53 PM EDT up reply actions 7 recs
I hope you didn't put those peppers in the ground right before that monster storm...
Check out the Roger Dean Project link
I'm a sexy former-marine who whips it out at any occasion!
WOULD YOU LIKE TO MEET MY DOG?
Has your mother sold her Marlins?
by Aranathor on May 26, 2011 12:56 PM EDT up reply actions 8 recs
recs for the both of you
Also, nice job on the avatar (in honor of today, I suppose).
by ArkansasTravs on May 26, 2011 12:58 PM EDT up reply actions
REUCOUGNIUSEU!
The negative waves. Always with the negative waves...
by TBender on May 26, 2011 1:00 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
duh, of course
sorry, I’m in a hurry to leave work for the day!
by ArkansasTravs on May 26, 2011 1:00 PM EDT up reply actions
IMO, we ought to, yes. I think we should be upfront about who we are and what we're doing
once the gamethread starts.
Thoughts?
Check out the Roger Dean Project link
you better take the lead, or else everyone's true intentions will come out
like beer, and the merits of semicolons.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 26, 2011 12:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, that's how I planned to approach it
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 12:55 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm just going to be all
Viva el where? I’m far too much of an Austrian Archduke who is also world champion croquet and polo player to associate with such riff raff
Has your mother sold her Marlins?
by Aranathor on May 26, 2011 12:55 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Your original username
was Steve_Saxe_Coburg_Gothe but that was really annoying to type for every log-in.
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
by mattybobo on May 26, 2011 2:23 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Hard_Hettin_House_of_Wettin was already taken
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
by mattybobo on May 26, 2011 2:24 PM EDT up reply actions 3 recs
I wouldn't lead with that information.
Wait for a native to ask.
Besides, it will probably be all VEBers anyway.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 12:55 PM EDT up reply actions
and... Steve.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 26, 2011 12:56 PM EDT up reply actions
that's true.
Okay. Let’s all go in just rooting for the Marlins. When/if they ask, we’ll let them in on it.
Check out the Roger Dean Project link
I think many of the sigs and avatars are going to give it away pretty quickly
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 12:58 PM EDT up reply actions
They'll know something's up
when they see him shove a U into every other word.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 1:00 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
you're doing it wroung
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
every outher word au fink
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
a pleasure
du-dee hahaha
maybe not du-dee
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
unless the Reds blog is doing the same w/ the Giants today.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
ahem
“Some say Mike Stanton knows two ways to hit a baseball. Hard and Harder.”
The negative waves. Always with the negative waves...
Also, Anibal Sanchez is on my NCAYFT
so I have a legit reason to cheer. I badly need the help on pitching.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 12:42 PM EDT up reply actions
I can get in the fan's mind seeing as their best player is stuggling badly right now too.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
wait, so we're doing this today?
when was that decided?
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
in the fanshot that's been up for weeks.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Were you not following the progress in my fanshot?
/shakes head
Check out the Roger Dean Project link
/bows head in shame
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
this reminds me
don’t forget to remove the link to your fanshot before you post over there
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
Does my ass look big in this?
For those too lazy to refresh, new avatar and sig;
Has your mother sold her Marlins?
by Aranathor on May 26, 2011 12:46 PM EDT reply actions 7 recs
oddly appropriate, I think...
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 26, 2011 12:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Excellent.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 12:48 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm considering Adam's fish picture
but that’s a dead fish. doesn’t seem right.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 26, 2011 12:49 PM EDT up reply actions
oh I know.
I think I might go over to d-dee’s picspam and see if I can get a Carp.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 26, 2011 12:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Heh, just noticed the sig update.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 12:50 PM EDT up reply actions
so you'll play for all teams? zounds.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 26, 2011 12:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Welp, Fritz just whipped it out.
The negative waves. Always with the negative waves...
by TBender on May 26, 2011 12:52 PM EDT reply actions 2 recs
Here's how it went down...
a fink: Hold your positions…hold…hold.
Fritz: CHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARGE!!!!
a fink: Dammit.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 12:57 PM EDT up reply actions 8 recs
At least Fritz has chicken
Auburn Tigers - 2010 National Champions, 2011 Fulmer Cup Champions
by jd is legend on May 26, 2011 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions
how many recs for a green over there?
like 2 or 3?
"I don't trust anybody in the media, and I don't listen to them."
—Albert Pujols
I wonder if I'm the first person to green a comment there
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
WHAT DO WE DO NOW?
do we have a backup plan?
wait, i haven’t read the initial plan!
AAAAAAAAAAAAAA!
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
by d-dee on May 26, 2011 1:05 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
OK
Nobody panic, we can do this.
…
…
…
We surrender totally and unconditionally and hereby submit to be taken away as PoWs
Has your mother sold her Marlins?
good god, man! you're british, not french!
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
by tom s. on May 26, 2011 1:44 PM EDT up reply actions 4 recs
just go over and say hi
I’m sure they are just as scared of you as you are of them
"I don't trust anybody in the media, and I don't listen to them."
—Albert Pujols
okay. nobody panic.
Open the envelopes that say “Plan B: Do not open”
Check out the Roger Dean Project link
NOT PENNYS BOAT
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
by Alxfritz on May 26, 2011 1:10 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
WE HAVE TO GO BACK
WE HAVE TO GO BAAAAAACK
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
I JUST WATCHED THAT EPISODE
im plowing through Lost for the first time, and that season finale damn near slayed me.
“We have work to do”
"...and pujols has given st louis the lead"
Oh man, the next season gets crazy.
Hugo gives birth to Alf!
I was like whaaaaaaaaaat!?
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 1:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Ah, sorry.
It says: “Defuse the situation by talking about how awesome LeBron James is.”
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 1:13 PM EDT up reply actions
that's the invade Peninsula is Mightier plan
WRONG ENVELOPE! WRONG ENVELOPE!!
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
DEAREST FINK STOP
WE ARE ON THE PLAIN OF FISHSTRIPES STOP INITIAL INCURSION TO FISHSTRIPES BY FRITZ SUCCESSFUL STOP WILL ADVISE LATER STOP
"...and pujols has given st louis the lead"
CODY JUST SAID "VEB"
OPEN ANOTHER ENVELOPE!
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 1:33 PM EDT up reply actions
next time we shouldn't tell him anything.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
you guys are going to have to go extra covert then
maybe secret email messages
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
It will involve the Navajo.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 1:48 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
In case of emergency, break the glass and release the Craigen.
Have you been to the mustard museum?
by a fink on May 26, 2011 1:35 PM EDT up reply actions 4 recs
well, posey's season is officially over
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
Serious bummer. I like that kid.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 12:54 PM EDT up reply actions
CURSE YOU
back to starting carlos santana
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
That dude knows how to take a walk.
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 4:05 PM EDT up reply actions
and also {joke about guitars}
Still bitching to contact.
by Felonius_Monk on May 26, 2011 4:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Smooth.
The negative waves. Always with the negative waves...
by TBender on May 26, 2011 4:10 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Between him and Mauer, hell of a season for the two best Catchers in baseball.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
mccann just awkwardly cleared his throat
“uh…guys..?”
"...and pujols has given st louis the lead"
by tgreenfield on May 26, 2011 12:56 PM EDT up reply actions
I didn't know McCann was considered a catcher
I thought he was just a good hitter who happened to catch the pitched baseball behind home plate
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
Now Yadi is the best catcher in baseball
Seriously, he has a .354 wOBA this year.
Skip Schumaker is a scapegoat
by vivaelpujols on May 26, 2011 4:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Attrition!
And it locks up his All Star appearance!
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
daaaamn.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
by Yadi2Second on May 26, 2011 12:56 PM EDT up reply actions
what a talented guy. poor posey.
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
by tom s. on May 26, 2011 1:03 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Don't forget your Ichthyomancy!
I want to see VEBers all over that daily leader board.
Check out the Roger Dean Project link
i'm terrible at predictions.
it’s too mathy.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
coooooooul
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
a million databases cried out in pain and anguish...
[reloads]
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
wow, haha, even the comments on this page couldn't handle it.
[reloads again]
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
btw, thanks for the screencap, d-dee.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
wait, what?
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
reload
that’s Carp’s leg.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
I swear I am breaking SBN just by changing my avatar.
all my previous comments have to change too.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
So weird to see the links in teal.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 1:14 PM EDT up reply actions
I feel like a new person.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
I thought about changing sig, but it's too intrinsic.
I’m given away just with my username anyway
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
shockingly
it was Yadier Molina
throwing to second.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
i love this gif so much
this might be my fav gif of all time
I'm sorry I impugned your cocksmanship.
pretty awesome,
also love the Gary Busey-heads-on-lizard-bodies one
by infallibleopiniongenerator on May 26, 2011 2:56 PM EDT up reply actions
not sure i understand this marlins thing, but i'll take it
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
it's so we can watch baseball even without cards baseball.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Consider it a seafod appetizer before indulging in some Carlos Martinez fireblazing fastballs.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 1:29 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
I'm pretty sure that'll be online too
we can come back here for another game thread.
it’s greeeeed.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
really? Will it be on mlb.tv (the Martinez game tonight)?
If so, I’ll pony up for a month to watch that plus the two Marlins games we have scheduled.
Otherwise, gameday audio for me.
Have you been to the mustard museum?
Doesn't look like it will be on MiLB.tv.
Low minors rarely are. I thought there was a chance, since Busch would obviously be setup for it, but no.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 1:39 PM EDT up reply actions
VEB, naturally, cannot help but turn it into an absurdist play.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
yeah, he sucks.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
Annoyingly i might miss all the fun
catch y’all later. Don’t ruin it too much.
Has your mother sold her Marlins?
I thought we were supposed to be upfront about everything like a fink said
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
You should have read further into the subthread.
Things change.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 1:41 PM EDT up reply actions
didn't last night's game end five hours ago or something?
doesn’t it get called on account of everybody being beat to shit?
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
Did either team make any moves?
Calling up a pitcher or something?
by KlausChadman on May 26, 2011 2:08 PM EDT up reply actions
phillies site says they activated contreras from the dl today. reds recalled a pitcher named daryl thompson (who
had the honor of sucking up the loss today, with a new 15.00 ERA).
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
glad to see them continue to struggle
But does it seem to everyone else like the Brewers are way more of a threat to us? I still think the Reds will contend but they have some major issues with their rotation. The Brewer’s offense has to be just as good, if not better and their rotation is definately better.
by mick311 on May 26, 2011 2:06 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
The only thing I'm afreaid of is Selig throwing the Cardinals out of the league for being too awesome.
And clowns.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
by Alxfritz on May 26, 2011 2:08 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
It's about the schadenfreude
I don’t care if the Reds finish 50 games behind us. I like to see them lose.
Nope.
And here’s why: if ESPN is to be believed, the Brewers to date have played the easiest schedule in the majors, and yet it’s taken them this scorching stretch of winning just to poke their heads four games over .500. And, while they’re impressive at home, they’ve been as bad as the Astros on the road. And they’ve gotten fat off the Pirates (5-0) but can’t beat Cincinnati (1-5). Down the stretch, the Cardinals play Milwaukee a bunch of times, so St. Louis will have its destiny in its hands — and I like the team’s chances.
Maybe their offense is better. Maybe their rotation is better. On paper, sure. But we’ll see going forward whether they’ll start to win as their schedule gets a lot tougher. I have my doubts.
Repeal The LaRussa Tax.
by Michael_68_1999 on May 26, 2011 2:22 PM EDT up reply actions
i did mean the Brewer's rotation/offense is definately better
The Reds….sorry I didn’t specify.
by mick311 on May 26, 2011 3:00 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Also their defense may be worst in the league.
http://fuckyeahnouns.com/alex%20fritz
by hazel on May 27, 2011 12:28 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Yeah
I like their offense better than ours going forward (marginally) unless Pujols picks up, and I definitely like their rotation, but I think our defense and bullpen is better. We’re similarly matched teams, with them a nose in front, I think, but of course we have a lead…
Still bitching to contact.
by Felonius_Monk on May 27, 2011 4:06 PM EDT up reply actions
so Posey's season is definately over?
That really sucks for the Giants….their offense is pretty brutal already.
by mick311 on May 26, 2011 2:13 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
i hear there's still a FA molina.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
FA standing for fat-ass, of course.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 2:18 PM EDT up reply actions
damn it matt chambers you promised me sunshine this morning!
where is my sunshine?
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
Does it make you happy?
Like, when skies are grey?
The negative waves. Always with the negative waves...
please don't take
my sunshine
away
away
away
away
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
his evil brother Adron stole it?
Still bitching to contact.
by Felonius_Monk on May 26, 2011 4:19 PM EDT up reply actions
RDP is in full swing and I can't stop laughing.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
i'm the funniest person i know
http://www.fishstripes.com/2011/5/26/2191318/ranking-mlb-owners#68196423
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
so i'm guessing the number of people you know is quite low then.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
by CodyG on May 26, 2011 2:27 PM EDT up reply actions 2 recs
do they realize yet what's going on?
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
I think all 3 of them are indifferent.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 2:33 PM EDT up reply actions
And those 3 may, in fact, be Cody.
So it is quite possible that there are no non-VEB participants.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 2:34 PM EDT up reply actions
miramarjuice would be an epic long-con, even by Cody's standards.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
I'll suspend judgment until gifs are produced.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 2:36 PM EDT up reply actions
He may have seen this coming in 2009.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 2:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Done.
The negative waves. Always with the negative waves...
by TBender on May 26, 2011 2:37 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
i wish i had thought of this back in 09
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
i mean, it's pretty obvious that these are Cards fans
not exactly well hidden
I'm sorry I impugned your cocksmanship.
all our cardinal logos/signatures/usernames
gave it away
oh and me.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
bullpen activity for the reds in the fifth
homer bailey rubbing his shoulder in the dugout
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
apparently arroyo is in cincinnati having an MRI on his back, too
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
He must have fallen off the no guitar wagon.
Dusty: BRONSON, I HEAR YOU STRUMMING IN THERE!
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Heh
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cardinalfish
"When a pitcher's throwing a spitball, don't worry and don't complain, just hit the dry side like I do." -- Stan Musial
New avatar?
Also, just the cardinal tetra would make some sense.
Have you been to the mustard museum?
Aranathor created that entry...
and are popular as small, peaceful, and colourful fish.
The negative waves. Always with the negative waves...
by TBender on May 26, 2011 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions 3 recs
Rec'd for callback.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Our work is being noticed!
Wow, what’s with all the activity before the game even starts?
34,100
Gaby
Anibal finishes what he starts
by cpmustangs13 on May 26, 2011 1:40 PM CDT reply actions
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
I like how even non-frequent VEB commenters are over at FS
Proud member of the Sports Injury Industrial Complex: We feel your pain and it feels good.
All-hands on deck.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 2:49 PM EDT up reply actions
What the hell?
Superfluous dash.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 2:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Closing in on 100 comments before the game even starts.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 2:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Note for all (well, ok, just me):
Red links = VEB
Teal links = Fish Stripes
The negative waves. Always with the negative waves...
I colored my tabs.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 2:53 PM EDT up reply actions
my tabs are autocolored too.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
I just said that.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 2:55 PM EDT up reply actions
there's an echo in here.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
check out
the ovation that Valdez gets.
and is it me or does that stadium announcer sound like Jello Biafra?
"I don't trust anybody in the media, and I don't listen to them."
—Albert Pujols
azru still hasn't killed me yet.
I am preternaturally hopeful.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
damn, VEB
it’s like the opportunity to be self-referentially ironic must never be passed up.
even I can’t stop myself.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
Cody crosses the line!!!
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
MARK IT ZERO.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 3:09 PM EDT up reply actions
I've gone exclamation mark crazy.
Top of the morning…. TO YOU!
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
It's not everyday I look around and feel that I am being way too subtle and normal in comparison to the rest of the commenters
The very symbol, the outward and visible expression of the drive, and push, and rush and struggle of the raging, tearing, booming nineteenth century! -- Mark Twain
should we start recing the shit out of everything?
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
the game hasn't even started! lol
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
yeah, I don't think we'll be welcomed back a second time.
Perhaps we can pull ourselves up from this chicanery when the game starts.
Have you been to the mustard museum?
maybe we stop talking about the cardinals.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
Are you talking to yourself and your 8 personalities?
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 3:26 PM EDT up reply actions
If a normally quiet blog explodes with out-of-blog commenters
and no native commenters are there, did it really happen?
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 3:26 PM EDT up reply actions
I want to know where these mods are.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
what, you need a mod to tell you what to do?
haha
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
oh right, i forgot there was a game.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
200 comments and 20 minutes until the game starts.
Can Fish Stripes handle the volume?
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 3:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, they are a SBN site,
so possibly not.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 3:27 PM EDT up reply actions
Between you and the tranny,
I’m very confused today.
Proud member of the Sports Injury Industrial Complex: We feel your pain and it feels good.
that last comment on FS hurt me a lot to type.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
Way to take one for the team
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 3:10 PM EDT up reply actions
you people are seriously damaged.
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
i assume you're addressing all of cody.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
if it makes you feel better to think that, yes.
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
he is 75% of the posters over at FS anyway.
And not just today.
Still bitching to contact.
by Felonius_Monk on May 26, 2011 5:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Wooooooooooooo
Cliff Lee double! 6 – 4 Phils!
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 3:12 PM EDT reply actions
all this reminds me of:
Agent Lee approached me a few weeks ago with a wonderfully simple idea. "Best gig ever," he said. "Pick a struggling rock band and turn their small gig into the best show of their lives." We had already thrown a birthday party for a stranger; why not throw an awesome concert for an unknown band?
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
Thank you for the link.
This gave me a big smile. Sometimes the world sucks. Other times, it’s really damn cool.
Repeal The LaRussa Tax.
by Michael_68_1999 on May 26, 2011 3:41 PM EDT up reply actions
posted on FS
but this is too awesome not to share with everyone else
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGZXw6PqRfI
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
I've liked him ever since this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hv7IZP7u9FE
Have you been to the mustard museum?
Operation Roger Dean is making me wonder if VEB is too clever for its own good
Either that or we think we’re way, way more clever than we are.
The very symbol, the outward and visible expression of the drive, and push, and rush and struggle of the raging, tearing, booming nineteenth century! -- Mark Twain
by mattybobo on May 26, 2011 3:32 PM EDT reply actions 4 recs
the latter.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
You don't get a vote.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 3:32 PM EDT up reply actions
I think it was a brilliant idea.
And it is hilarious so far.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 3:39 PM EDT up reply actions
latter.
and I bet we’re even mostly sober. srsly, VEB.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
aranthroperopa
isn’t here
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
Eh, the natives seem to be having fun with it.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 3:36 PM EDT up reply actions
all two of them.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
we need to change our avatars next time.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
& maybe our favorite teams.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
new accounts
problem solved
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
Surprised that idea came from you.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
well my avatar is different
the rest o’ me can’t hide.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
I never thought this was supposed to be a stealth mission.
I’m just a Cards fan hanging out at the Marlins blog because my favorite team has an off day. (shrug)
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 3:42 PM EDT up reply actions
The second one.
For sure.
Who needs affection when you can have blind hatred?
"If I do it wrong just break another toe. Three's my lucky number anyway." -Evan Lysacek: 2010 Olympic Gold Medalist ♥
actual commenters are coming
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
And their troll senses are tingling
The very symbol, the outward and visible expression of the drive, and push, and rush and struggle of the raging, tearing, booming nineteenth century! -- Mark Twain
it might just be the vapors.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
see, this is why we need to tone it down.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
object lesson
this is how we look to lurkers.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
so we rec everything now"?
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
by CodyG on May 26, 2011 3:50 PM EDT up reply actions 3 recs
Stick to the game people.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 3:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Boston's offense is on fire.
Putting up 11 runs on Detroit.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
14 now.
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 3:59 PM EDT up reply actions
a fink has busted it open
have fun, y’all.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
annnnd we have scared off the natives.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
It's kind of like when the loud big city folks roll into a small town for the weekend.
We forget that some of those small town folk like things just the way they were, nice and quiet, thank you very much.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
this from St. Louis?
they must be thinking wtf happened to the midwest
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
I might not be around for the whole game for memesplanations
but it is a testament to how much they’re needed, haha. VEBers are just conditioned to use them.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
I've killed about three comments of mine, because I'd have to explain it.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 4:13 PM EDT up reply actions
i'm not even aware when i use them now.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
how about
we just kill the NCAYFT and CDGAF altogether
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
by prophetjohn on May 26, 2011 4:20 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
No one cares about your fantasy team.
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by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 4:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Damn I had to check
Fishstripes to figure it out!
rule of thumb memesplanation
“F” usually means fuck
unless it’s FT which is Fantasy Team. the rest can be figured out.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
nobody cares about your fantasy team
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
and kill a long crappy tradition?
NEVER!
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
What
do you have against Ben Franklin? Or would you go back to 1747 to vaporize him with a high electric bolt to say, “There. All of you, take heed what has happened this day. Do not attempt to tame the Goddess Electricity, for She shall destroy all who Dare!”
Or do you just hate almanacs?
Repeal The LaRussa Tax.
by Michael_68_1999 on May 26, 2011 4:36 PM EDT up reply actions
Bifocals, maybe?
Things I am currently "in to": The Discovery Channel show Swords...and the Florida Marlins.
by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 4:39 PM EDT up reply actions
The electron has no business being negative
This alone qualifies him.
And yet there are other strikes
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
So --
blame it all on the helpless electron, then? As if it’s their fault they’re negative — they were just born that way.
But what other strikes as you imply? That he was an ambassador to France and got it on with many, many, many women there? That qualifies as a playa to me, and we’re not supposed to hate the playa, we’re supposed to limit our antagonism to the playa’s game, or so I’ve been told by those more street-wise than me.
Repeal The LaRussa Tax.
by Michael_68_1999 on May 26, 2011 4:49 PM EDT up reply actions
But he made the electron born that way.
The charges are counter-intuitive which starts a terrible chain reaction of confusion/inconvenience. He accomplished some neat things, so I’m not going to blot out his entire existence, just that after 1747.
He had some hand in daylight savings time, and oh man I hate that.
And c’mon, bifocals are totally unattractive.
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
I'm totally with you on Daylight Savings Time.
That is an abomination only someone enthralled with power over his fellow humans and puts himself up as a god defying the very rhythm of nature would be so arrogant as to suggest.
So, yeah, you hate his nomenclature of atomic particles, I despise Daylight Savings Time. Let me know when you get your time machine built, I throw in a couple of bucks in gas.
Repeal The LaRussa Tax.
by Michael_68_1999 on May 26, 2011 5:03 PM EDT up reply actions
Excellent.
As the TARDIS, Hermione’s beaded bag, and Mary Poppin’s carpetbag taught us, there’s always more room on the inside of the Ben Franklin-hatin’ movement than appears externally.
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
yep, but his personal-timeline interference rules
stopped him from addressing the situation. Thankfully I have no such scruples.
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
Hey --
if you have a TARDIS, I’d like to catch a ride. That would be awesome, thanks. Can we stop by October 1967? I’m bringing a DVD recorder, because I want a pristine, color recording of the live broadcast of the World Series that year.
Repeal The LaRussa Tax.
by Michael_68_1999 on May 26, 2011 5:24 PM EDT up reply actions
Phils win 10-4.
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by Ghostrider520 on May 26, 2011 4:13 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
How long before
the chip on the shoulder they have toward the Cardinals and everyone else starts them turning on each other? In Dusty’s last year with the Cubs, it didn’t take long at all.
It would be lovely to see that team going down with a rash of pitching injuries and Brandon Phillips mouthing off on his teammates.
Repeal The LaRussa Tax.
by Michael_68_1999 on May 26, 2011 4:21 PM EDT up reply actions
they're all so young
stupid lingers.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
It would be
a great fundraiser. Like for sick kids and stuff.
“Take a crap in Dusty’s Office! It’s for the children!”
Repeal The LaRussa Tax.
by Michael_68_1999 on May 26, 2011 5:04 PM EDT up reply actions
KKK
Decrease runs scored? Maybe. Decrease winning? Never seen that proven.
by all4tookie on May 26, 2011 4:43 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
heh. not a random klan reference?
Have you been to the mustard museum?
by a fink on May 26, 2011 4:43 PM EDT up reply actions 7 recs
it was, just on a blog with different interests
Decrease runs scored? Maybe. Decrease winning? Never seen that proven.
Rec'tastic right there.
Repeal The LaRussa Tax.
by Michael_68_1999 on May 26, 2011 5:05 PM EDT up reply actions
i think you're looking for "www.vivaelblancossupremos.com"
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
by tom s. on May 26, 2011 4:47 PM EDT up reply actions 10 recs
their blog name is en espanol because, while they're flaming racists, they also have a well-developed sense of irony.
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
by tom s. on May 26, 2011 4:56 PM EDT up reply actions 4 recs
And a better grip on the Spanish language than Orlando Cepeda
Auburn Tigers - 2010 National Champions, 2011 Fulmer Cup Champions
by jd is legend on May 26, 2011 5:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Nevermind
I are dumb
Auburn Tigers - 2010 National Champions, 2011 Fulmer Cup Champions
by jd is legend on May 26, 2011 5:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Heh,
Giant’s fan victor frankenstein is confuzzled.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 4:48 PM EDT reply actions
Per D-Dee:
If you are attending the minor league game at Busch Stadium this evening, the gates open at 6pm. But only Gate 3 is being used this evening for some reason.
"Sometimes you scare me." - azruavatar
Good to know.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 5:40 PM EDT up reply actions
Also, it's fucking cold out for May 26th.
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
the minor league game and stuff.
D-MONEY
by stlcardinalsfang on May 26, 2011 6:40 PM EDT up reply actions
Alright, the excursion to Denver begins.
I’ll check in tomorrow from Coors.
Asshattery: it's an epidemic.
Second base….I’ve played second base, how hard can it be? -TLR
Also, Dave Concepcion.
how soon do we stop the roger dean project. Now?
"Miller came in from the bullpen with a gan of casoline." - Mike Shannon
We passed the 1000 comment barrier
So that’s a fitting end
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
I think it turned out really well
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
yeah, it's fun to have a team to cheer for on off days.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
Started out a little wobbly, but smoothed out once the game stared.
Well done, everyone.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 6:22 PM EDT up reply actions
And a proper thanks to the fink.
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
Any other team,
They would have wielded the heavy BanHammer.
(Can you imagine if we invited ourselves to a Brewer party?)
or to RedReporter
lol
If I had a nickel for every time I procrastinate, I'd be so rich that I probably wouldn't have to procrastinate anymore.
"Hunter Pence out at home, catcher Gerald Laird. Three out." STL @ HOU, 4/28/11
by hr on May 26, 2011 7:00 PM EDT up reply actions
Can you imagine what a nightmare it'd be for the moderators
having to ban so many people? Thank goodness there wasn’t a mod there in the beginning, trying to stop trouble before it started.
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
That went way better than I expected.
I thought a fink was off-base when he came clean early in the thread, but in the end that was the best way.
Hat is off, fink.
The fish fans that stayed around were quite groovy, and more than happy to have us.
I figure games are more enjoyable
when you have someone with whom you can talk and get excited
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
Teal.
it’s spelt teal.
Still bitching to contact.
by Felonius_Monk on May 27, 2011 4:11 PM EDT up reply actions
reds are now 4 games back
probably should start worrying more about the brewers, 2.5 games back
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
especially considering the way each has played in the last two weeks
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
greinke and hart are going to help them
we need Freese!!!
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
i'm as excited as anyone else about being 4 games up on the reds...
but discounting them is probably a bad plan. they’re still capable of beating up on bad teams, especially at home. that said, their schedule looks pretty tough the next four weeks. they might be 8 out by the time they get to saint louis on the holiday.
D-MONEY
by stlcardinalsfang on May 26, 2011 6:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Trouble's a brewin'
I’m going to assume that’s the first time anyone has said THAT on VEB
by peppermartin on May 26, 2011 6:45 PM EDT up reply actions
the guys at fishstripes were pretty cool, also
no only an hour or so for this guy!
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
by CodyG on May 26, 2011 6:46 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
hahaha it is in the QC
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
Is it going to be on TV?
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 6:49 PM EDT up reply actions
i'm saying the game is on tv
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
what channel?
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 6:52 PM EDT up reply actions
local QC network
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
or I wonder what channel for STL?
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 6:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Clearing this up, just in case someone's still lost.
The game is taking place in St. Louis (at Busch Stadium)
and CodyG is pleased because he’s in the Quad Cities, where the game is being broadcast on local tv.
(the part about CodyG’s whereabouts is speculation)
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
i just want everyone to know...
that i do not appreciate my name being dropped in the same sentence as cody and zoomzoom. thanks.
D-MONEY
by stlcardinalsfang on May 26, 2011 6:56 PM EDT reply actions
even if sayng cody and zz should grow up and be more like fang?
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
by d-dee on May 26, 2011 7:02 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
1. that would never happen
2. if it did, it would be permissible
D-MONEY
by stlcardinalsfang on May 26, 2011 7:03 PM EDT up reply actions
hahaha, be more like fang,
i would hope not.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
yeah, cody shouldn't be in there
more like you, zoomzoom and fan4
maybe gdm also
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
give me a fucking break.
cody is, by far, the most annoying.
D-MONEY
by stlcardinalsfang on May 26, 2011 7:05 PM EDT up reply actions
There was that one time wh you lost your mind.....
Awkward
"Albert hits good pitches hard and bad pitches even harder. And when he gets in the batter's box, if you pray, then you start praying. And if you don't pray, you think about starting."--Brian Bannister
Trevor Rosenthal Update (as of 5/23/2011):
35 IP, 46 K, 15 BB/HBP, 13 ER, 2 HR, 2.6 FIP
by VolsnCards5 on May 26, 2011 7:08 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
when was this? right before my apology?
D-MONEY
by stlcardinalsfang on May 26, 2011 7:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Yea
I was joking….mostly
"Albert hits good pitches hard and bad pitches even harder. And when he gets in the batter's box, if you pray, then you start praying. And if you don't pray, you think about starting."--Brian Bannister
Trevor Rosenthal Update (as of 5/23/2011):
35 IP, 46 K, 15 BB/HBP, 13 ER, 2 HR, 2.6 FIP
by VolsnCards5 on May 26, 2011 7:12 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
i kind of lost my mind.
april is a very stressful month.
D-MONEY
by stlcardinalsfang on May 26, 2011 7:13 PM EDT up reply actions
you're alright in my book.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
as the kids?
Or as the sometimes they piss us off when they are in a certain mood way
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 8:08 PM EDT up reply actions
self concious on the internet, good job
Skip Schumaker is a scapegoat
by vivaelpujols on May 26, 2011 8:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Wouldn't wish that on my worst enemy
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Also I figure you decided not to go just like myself?
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah. i'm tired and the weather sucks.
freaking west coast/19 inning games.
D-MONEY
by stlcardinalsfang on May 26, 2011 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah the weather played a large part.
The person I was going to go with fell through so I decided not to find someone else since the weather sucked anyway.
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 8:23 PM EDT up reply actions
YOU MEAN WE COULD HAVE GONE TOGETHER AND YOU DIDN'T ASK
SOME FRIEND YOU ARE, GABE
D-MONEY
by stlcardinalsfang on May 26, 2011 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions
I have never met you in person.
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 8:26 PM EDT up reply actions
and make it double?
Has your mother sold her Marlins?
by Aranathor on May 26, 2011 8:29 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
you'd like that wouldn't you?
Skip Schumaker is a scapegoat
by vivaelpujols on May 26, 2011 8:30 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm dissapointed you went through all this trouble
and made one comment on the gamethread.
And Riverrat made a SN and didn’t even use it either!
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 8:36 PM EDT up reply actions
i was busy
went to see BF, then went out to get drunk. I’m really disappointed that i missed out.
Has your mother sold her Marlins?
Perused thru the game thread
2 ?’s
1. Did any of you take off work for Roger Dean Day?
2. Can you guys do it to a grizzlies thread next year?
"Albert hits good pitches hard and bad pitches even harder. And when he gets in the batter's box, if you pray, then you start praying. And if you don't pray, you think about starting."--Brian Bannister
Trevor Rosenthal Update (as of 5/23/2011):
35 IP, 46 K, 15 BB/HBP, 13 ER, 2 HR, 2.6 FIP
by VolsnCards5 on May 26, 2011 7:00 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
my answers
1. Nope, school’s out.
2. as in the Memphis Grizzlies?
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
Yes
Grizzlies game threads suck
"Albert hits good pitches hard and bad pitches even harder. And when he gets in the batter's box, if you pray, then you start praying. And if you don't pray, you think about starting."--Brian Bannister
Trevor Rosenthal Update (as of 5/23/2011):
35 IP, 46 K, 15 BB/HBP, 13 ER, 2 HR, 2.6 FIP
by VolsnCards5 on May 26, 2011 7:06 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
heh. do a fanpost next nba season.
I’m sure you can get some bites from VEB.
Have you been to the mustard museum?
1. Can’t speak for everyone else, but of course not. I posted through my phone most of the time.
2. If it fits with schedule and I’m bored enough, yes.
If I had a nickel for every time I procrastinate, I'd be so rich that I probably wouldn't have to procrastinate anymore.
"Hunter Pence out at home, catcher Gerald Laird. Three out." STL @ HOU, 4/28/11
by hr on May 26, 2011 7:04 PM EDT up reply actions
dont appreciate being told 6 and 6:06 noone is opening any gates
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
by d-dee on May 26, 2011 7:06 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
dont appreciate being told 6 and 6:06 noone is opening any gates
"I still don’t understand what commercial is better than having me on tv" – Chris Carpenter
2011: Boog would've count 40
by d-dee on May 26, 2011 7:07 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Is this a riddle?
"Albert hits good pitches hard and bad pitches even harder. And when he gets in the batter's box, if you pray, then you start praying. And if you don't pray, you think about starting."--Brian Bannister
Trevor Rosenthal Update (as of 5/23/2011):
35 IP, 46 K, 15 BB/HBP, 13 ER, 2 HR, 2.6 FIP
by VolsnCards5 on May 26, 2011 7:09 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
awesomesmokingjacket@gmail.com
If I had a nickel for every time I procrastinate, I'd be so rich that I probably wouldn't have to procrastinate anymore.
"Hunter Pence out at home, catcher Gerald Laird. Three out." STL @ HOU, 4/28/11
by hr on May 26, 2011 7:08 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
this failed. badly.
If I had a nickel for every time I procrastinate, I'd be so rich that I probably wouldn't have to procrastinate anymore.
"Hunter Pence out at home, catcher Gerald Laird. Three out." STL @ HOU, 4/28/11
by hr on May 26, 2011 7:09 PM EDT up reply actions
fuck my copy and pasting
If I had a nickel for every time I procrastinate, I'd be so rich that I probably wouldn't have to procrastinate anymore.
"Hunter Pence out at home, catcher Gerald Laird. Three out." STL @ HOU, 4/28/11
by hr on May 26, 2011 7:10 PM EDT up reply actions
you probably meant to post this on www.vivaelprostiutosbaratos.com.
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
by tom s. on May 26, 2011 7:57 PM EDT up reply actions 3 recs
dont appreciate being told 6 and 6:06 noone is opening any gates
If I had a nickel for every time I procrastinate, I'd be so rich that I probably wouldn't have to procrastinate anymore.
"Hunter Pence out at home, catcher Gerald Laird. Three out." STL @ HOU, 4/28/11
by hr on May 26, 2011 7:08 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
dont appreciate being told 6 and 6:09 noone is opening any gates
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
dont appreciate being told 6 and 6:10 noone is opening any gates
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
dont appreciate being told 6 and 6:11 noone is opening any gates
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
fang the fun ruiner
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
don't appreciate being told 6 and 6:15 noone is opening any gates
Have you been to the mustard museum?
by a fink on May 26, 2011 7:15 PM EDT up reply actions 2 recs
sweet!
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
don't appreciate being told 6 and 6:17 noone is opening any gates
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
what did i miss?
http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2011/05/astros-claim-blake-king-off-of-waivers.html
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
I know, but I can't think of what else they'd do
but then again…
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
stavinoha added
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
by prophetjohn on May 26, 2011 7:16 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
oh holy sweet swearwords you scared the shit out of me
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
dude not funny
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
No, seriously, guys
http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2011/05/cardinals-release-albert-pujols-sign-jeff-suppan
If I had a nickel for every time I procrastinate, I'd be so rich that I probably wouldn't have to procrastinate anymore.
"Hunter Pence out at home, catcher Gerald Laird. Three out." STL @ HOU, 4/28/11
by hr on May 26, 2011 7:22 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
This has to be true
Why clear a 40 man roster position?
"Albert hits good pitches hard and bad pitches even harder. And when he gets in the batter's box, if you pray, then you start praying. And if you don't pray, you think about starting."--Brian Bannister
Trevor Rosenthal Update (as of 5/23/2011):
35 IP, 46 K, 15 BB/HBP, 13 ER, 2 HR, 2.6 FIP
by VolsnCards5 on May 26, 2011 7:13 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
wait. so that opens a spot on our 40 man, right?
And if so, what does that mean? Carp Jr?
Have you been to the mustard museum?
oh my god, I thought that said ray king
If I had a nickel for every time I procrastinate, I'd be so rich that I probably wouldn't have to procrastinate anymore.
"Hunter Pence out at home, catcher Gerald Laird. Three out." STL @ HOU, 4/28/11
by hr on May 26, 2011 7:12 PM EDT up reply actions
he had 3 bellies
3 for the price of 1!
If I had a nickel for every time I procrastinate, I'd be so rich that I probably wouldn't have to procrastinate anymore.
"Hunter Pence out at home, catcher Gerald Laird. Three out." STL @ HOU, 4/28/11
by hr on May 26, 2011 7:23 PM EDT up reply actions
Lambuth university
"Albert hits good pitches hard and bad pitches even harder. And when he gets in the batter's box, if you pray, then you start praying. And if you don't pray, you think about starting."--Brian Bannister
Trevor Rosenthal Update (as of 5/23/2011):
35 IP, 46 K, 15 BB/HBP, 13 ER, 2 HR, 2.6 FIP
by VolsnCards5 on May 26, 2011 7:26 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
7.1 BB/9
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
i care less about that than the corresponding move
he was placed on waiers for a reason, i would have to imagine
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
that was inevitable. i did not think he belonged last fall, and he still doesn't.
yeah, good luck with that, astros.
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
speaking of ray king
http://chubbypitchers.tumblr.com/
This guys so good(Pujols) He should be illegal-Pirates announcers
king no where to be seen.
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
how did i miss ray king?
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
i see him now
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
below alfonseca
and above ponson….i could have posted it directly but like the site
This guys so good(Pujols) He should be illegal-Pirates announcers
who's the one who did the macarena during a rain delay?
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
well i'm glad ye all had fun with the marlins without me
whats cracking over here?
Has your mother sold her Marlins?
Anyone know if there is a gameday link for the Carlos Martinez Experience?
They have a gameday audio link on the web page, but that’s all I can find. Not that I’m complaining mind you.
The very symbol, the outward and visible expression of the drive, and push, and rush and struggle of the raging, tearing, booming nineteenth century! -- Mark Twain
Apparently VEB is eating dinner now.
The very symbol, the outward and visible expression of the drive, and push, and rush and struggle of the raging, tearing, booming nineteenth century! -- Mark Twain
many are going to the game
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
Haha
I just realized that was probably a huge part of it.
The very symbol, the outward and visible expression of the drive, and push, and rush and struggle of the raging, tearing, booming nineteenth century! -- Mark Twain
So far the radio feed is a lot of fuzzy stadium music and some "tap tap tap" noises which I assume are either from a bird or people setting stuff up.
The very symbol, the outward and visible expression of the drive, and push, and rush and struggle of the raging, tearing, booming nineteenth century! -- Mark Twain
Here's the page with the audio links for various teams
Just scroll down, it’s in there. It’ll make a pop up window. I’m not sure if you have to have Gameday Audio or not. I already signed into Gameday audio once today for the Marlins game, not sure if it would have prompted me otherwise.
http://web.minorleaguebaseball.com/multimedia/audio.jsp?sid=t565&home=t565&away=t446
The very symbol, the outward and visible expression of the drive, and push, and rush and struggle of the raging, tearing, booming nineteenth century! -- Mark Twain
Again, all I'm hearing is random stadium noises
So I have no idea if it will actually work. When does the game start?
The very symbol, the outward and visible expression of the drive, and push, and rush and struggle of the raging, tearing, booming nineteenth century! -- Mark Twain
Nevermind, a dude is talking now
It’s working
The very symbol, the outward and visible expression of the drive, and push, and rush and struggle of the raging, tearing, booming nineteenth century! -- Mark Twain
Who's getting interviewed right now?
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 8:12 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm assuming you just caught them say it, but in case not, it was Cody Stanley
Have you been to the mustard museum?
He's a semi-prospect right?
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 8:14 PM EDT up reply actions
Searching his minor league profile
Drafted last year, 22-years-old, batting .293 right now – as a catcher
Potential Top 20 prospect in the system if you ask me – Sickels has him at #15 overall
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions
Yes semi-prospect is an adequate description
one of the more athletic catchers in the minors but he’s a bit on the small side.
Proud member of the Sports Injury Industrial Complex: We feel your pain and it feels good.
Yeah, if you don't want to get grouped with the kids,
don’t act like one.
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 8:15 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
now i'm just in a weird mood.
zoomzoom and cody are only two years younger than me. probably a year and a half.
D-MONEY
by stlcardinalsfang on May 26, 2011 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions
year and a half
THE BATMAN
"You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around the entire time."
@Codeeg
Yeah well we have stereotypes
Fang = doesn’t get girls
CodyG = 1,000 screen names
ZoomZoom = pessimistic to the extreme
me = “hates” Bosnians
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 8:19 PM EDT up reply actions
eh, last weekend wasn't action-less.
and yours is my favorite.
D-MONEY
by stlcardinalsfang on May 26, 2011 8:22 PM EDT up reply actions
I put that in quotes for a reason.
It was a tough job and I was frustrated and it was 4 in the morning so my filter was off.
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 8:24 PM EDT up reply actions
This is the first time I realized
that these people weren’t one and the same.
You guys are the Sanchez, Salas, and Samuel of VEB.
by Willie McGee's Twin on May 26, 2011 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions 4 recs
you can listen online
go to their site: http://web.minorleaguebaseball.com/index.jsp?sid=t565
and on the far right above the linescore is a LISTEN button. click on it.
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
...which takes you to the page bobo linked for you.
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
You're quick, clank, but I'm quicker
The very symbol, the outward and visible expression of the drive, and push, and rush and struggle of the raging, tearing, booming nineteenth century! -- Mark Twain
I guess I did eliminate a mouse click
The very symbol, the outward and visible expression of the drive, and push, and rush and struggle of the raging, tearing, booming nineteenth century! -- Mark Twain
i dont know, but its not on MiLB.tv
sad face
Decrease runs scored? Maybe. Decrease winning? Never seen that proven.
are you guys opening a game thread?
I’m too late, and I’m busy besides. sigh.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
round rock express are no longer astros affiliate?
now texas affiliate?
weird
at least memphis is still playing there this summer
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
or maybe they were always the rangers AAA affiliate and i just dum
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
yeah they had to change it when Nolan Ryan bought the Rangers
Because he (or maybe his sons?) are execs for the Express and it’d be a conflict of interests to remain the Astros affiliate
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
Right.
Technically, Reid Ryan runs the minor league franchises.
The negative waves. Always with the negative waves...
interesting
i googled and couldn’t find anything, so i was starting to think i was crazy
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
They switched when Nolan Ryan took over the Rangers.
He owns the Round Rock franchise.
Houston now has OKC for AAA.
The Ryan owned Corpus Christi AA team, however, is still a Houston club.
The negative waves. Always with the negative waves...
Springfield's in San Antonio next weekend
Too bad Shelby’s not AA yet, but I’m planning for him to be when they come again in August.
Both stops fall during my school breaks and I suspect baseball is smiling kindly upon me.
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
that's actually how i found out about it
sad about not being able to see martinez’ start, i wanted to know if there were any low minors teams around here. i’m off work next weekend. probably gonna have to go see that
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
it's a strong factor in my current San Antonio visit
and the Tuesday following I’m driving out to Houston for the series against the Astros.
BEISBOL
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
nice
i guess lower box would be the best seats? i can’t find a guide that shows the seating
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
for Wolff Stadium?
if so, this is a helpful link
http://web.minorleaguebaseball.com/team2/page.jsp?ymd=20061120&content_id=145457&vkey=team2_t510&fext=.jsp&sid=t510
just click on the section and you can see your view from those seats
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
well
i’ll be in section 106 on saturday
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
Did you figure out who's pitching?
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
far as i can tell, the rotation is doing this right now:
thomas
blazek
schneider
cleto
kopp
if that holds up, cleto will be starting saturday in SA. which is about the best i could have hoped for
and they come back to SA in august for a 4 game set. shelby should be there by then
Tried it once and they liked it, then tried to hide it
twatter
I'm going to whichever game Cleto's pitching
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
Have you attempted to figure out who's pitching during that series?
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
I like the polite applause in the background
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
Also I'm fairly certain this QC announcer is better than Dan/Al.
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
And I had no idea there was a second announcer
until now
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 8:44 PM EDT up reply actions
No radar gun!
But I’m here with d-dee, spants, and spants husband
bollocks
by SecondHalfMatt on May 26, 2011 8:28 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
We're on the first base side with a pregnant woman
We get to stay put
bollocks
by SecondHalfMatt on May 26, 2011 8:56 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
excellent seats right behind home
Reaaaaaly long lines for consessions.
Martinez really makes the glove pop.
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 8:29 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Apparently 5 VEBers...
And a lot of hungry and thirsty people.
The negative waves. Always with the negative waves...
by TBender on May 26, 2011 8:32 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
sparsely populated down in the cushy seats
Less than 1000 I guess
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 8:40 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
How does Martinez look?
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
by stlcardsfan4 on May 26, 2011 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions
a little shakey
But when he blows one by a batter it’s awful pretty
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 8:49 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
You can just fanshot it
y2s tried to guilt us into action, but we didn’t bite.
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
i'm wearing a hat indoors.
it is a very tall hat. no one can see around it.
would've.
"But listen, and understand: more Molinas are out there..." - THT
ask and you shall receive.
"chipper jones grounds out, third baseman albert pujols to first baseman mark hamilton." 5.1.11 "carlos pena grounds into double play, second baseman allen craig to shortstop tyler greene to first baseman albert pujols." 5.12.11
Fish Stripes day turned out nice
We’ll probably have more of those days now!
"And a boring game for boring people. Did you ever watch golf on television? It's like watching flies FUCK. Think of the intellect it must take to draw pleasure from this activity: hitting a ball with a crooked stick and then WALKING AFTER IT" -George Carlin
We even got invited back, and they promised to come visit around here.
Feels like summer camp.
If I had a time machine, I would go to 1747 and vaporize Ben Franklin.
If you break out into a song and dance number
I will cut you.
The negative waves. Always with the negative waves...
We are the CITs so pity us
The kids are brats and the food is hideous
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 May 27, 2011 1:04 AM EDT up reply actions
stock calmly strides to the plate and smacks a double
...and his name was Eduardo Sanchez, and the name of his slider was Death -DanUp
by The Continental on May 26, 2011 8:56 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
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