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NLDS Game 4 overflow I

Birdos_avatar_tiny by lboros on in St. Louis Cardinals News

carp making a nice recovery . . . . good time to get him some runs.

tied 2-2, bottom 5th. let's close this thing out.

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And they're STILL free-swinging
this is unbelievable.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 9:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Are we in a hurry?
Gotta catch a red-eye to New York or what?

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 9:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Should have used Orbitz.
Then we could have Wink Martindale change our reservations.
Obsessions of a Cardinal Fan

by Quietude on Oct 8, 2006 9:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

WOW
Carp must be pissed...

by El Hombre on Oct 8, 2006 9:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Everyone should be pissed
these are some of the most futile at-bats I've seen in awhile.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 9:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

Seriously
someone in that dugout needs to scream at the batters to show some goddamn patience.  If for no other reason than to let Carp get a few minutes off the mound.

by stlmapman on Oct 8, 2006 9:45 PM EDT reply actions  

No wonder Joe Sheehan wanted to watch the Cards
lose. Who wants to see five guys take a grand total of SIX pitches?

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 9:46 PM EDT reply actions  

I think I figured it out...
...they want to string Williams along until the 9th, then have Rolen PH a homerun off of Hoffman to win the NLDS.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 9:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Dammit
I hate Josh Bard. I hate the Red Sox for trading him for Doug Effing Mirabelli.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 9:47 PM EDT reply actions  

Carp's in trouble again
Not a single strike thrown yet

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 9:48 PM EDT reply actions  

This is his 3rd inning to pitch....
...without a chance to sit down. Someone needs to take charge and get in some batter's faces and scream some sense into them.

by Ignatius J Reilly on Oct 8, 2006 9:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

Well....Albert and Jimmy
will take pitches.  Either that or Jimmy will swing through a curve, which will be just like a taken pitch.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 9:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nice K
but I still have a bad feeling about this inning.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 9:50 PM EDT reply actions  

3-1
dare to throw a curve?

by kindred on Oct 8, 2006 9:52 PM EDT reply actions  

No
96 on the gun.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 9:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

96 mph. That's good to see.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 9:52 PM EDT reply actions  

The fervor of this stadium
If next inning, Albert hits a homerun: they'll get loud and cheer him around the bases.

If next inning, Jimmy hits a homerun: they'll blow their tops, go absolutely nuts and will be chanting into the next AB.

Something about Jimmy HRs gets the Cardinals faithful more fired up than any other player.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 9:52 PM EDT reply actions  

So is that!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 9:52 PM EDT reply actions  

First pitch swinging ...
Maybe their logic is that the straighest pitch they're going to see against Woody is likely 0-0.  We don't hit the soft-tossers well.

Carpenter has reached his "dial-it-up-for-outs" phase.  I don't see him finishing the 7th.

It's bad luck to be superstitious.

by red menace on Oct 8, 2006 9:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Sweet
Blum pops out

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 9:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Bard's a catcher...
and not a particularly fast one at that.  Why worry about him running?
Obsessions of a Cardinal Fan

by Quietude on Oct 8, 2006 9:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Thanks, Blum-ster!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 9:53 PM EDT reply actions  

it's amazing...
... carp is through 6 with (basically) one pitch.

TLR is always talking about pitchers "battling" and "competing". i haven't seen a better example all year.

by kindred on Oct 8, 2006 9:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Blum is a career
.251/.312/.366 hitter, but everytime he steps in I get the feeling he's going to do something big. He isn't even good!

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 9:55 PM EDT reply actions  

He's Scott Hatteberg
without the high OBP.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 9:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm going to take every Edmonds AB from here on
out to heart, as each could be his last as a Redbird.  I think that old body of his has still got a little postseason magic left in it.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 9:55 PM EDT reply actions  

That was a bad inning for Carpenter
16 pitches...up to 95. He's reaching the end, and we have to trust a bullpen that is bound to self-destruct at any time..

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 9:56 PM EDT reply actions  

OK... 95 Pitches..
If you're Larussa, whats your next move?

Mine, Let Carp start the 7th. If anyone gets on go to Thompson.. They have a string of leftys coming up  and i dont want to see TJ or Flroes.. Brad is pretty solid against leftys.

by El Hombre on Oct 8, 2006 9:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Did you know....
that Montel Williams is Dave Roberts long-lost brother??

by ArkansasTravs on Oct 8, 2006 9:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Whoa!
Pujols watched a pitch

and another!

Novel idea here..

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 9:57 PM EDT reply actions  

well
i know one thing: the padres look terrible. we should be wiping the floor with them.

by brock on Oct 8, 2006 9:57 PM EDT reply actions  

That's a way to get it started
now stay out of the DP guys

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 9:57 PM EDT reply actions  

A walk
Whats the stat 40% of inning opening walks score?

by Podlol on Oct 8, 2006 9:58 PM EDT reply actions  

A double would be nice
right about here...
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 9:58 PM EDT reply actions  

Uh oh
Cla Meredith is warming up...

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 9:58 PM EDT reply actions  

Come on JED,
Cl Meredith's up in the pen.  Better get some now.

by ArkansasTravs on Oct 8, 2006 9:59 PM EDT reply actions  

Geez louise.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 9:59 PM EDT reply actions  

Even JIMMY is hacking
They are pressing. Big time. That shows they are not confident.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 9:59 PM EDT reply actions  

Sigh.....
at least it was a two pitch out

by Podlol on Oct 8, 2006 9:59 PM EDT reply actions  

Pete Rose??
What's going on in this game,?
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Come on Saint Louis...
There is a postseason ball game going on, your not sitting at home watching desperate housewives for goodness sake.. make some noise and get into this game!

by El Hombre on Oct 8, 2006 10:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Juan-er!!!!!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Hallelujah
Hallelujah
Hallelujah
Hallelujah
Hallelujah
Hallelujah

by Podlol on Oct 8, 2006 10:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Instant Breakfast!!!
Now, let's get some more!!!

by SLUDave on Oct 8, 2006 10:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Don't get too confident
this isn't a great bullpen that will take over.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

i haven't declared victory...
but I am still dancing for the moment.

Then again, I literally stand and clap along with the crowd, even when I'm home alone.

Ok, back to dancing.  3-2, runner on third, one out.

by effin fisk on Oct 8, 2006 10:03 PM EDT up reply actions  

Wow
It feels so weird to see Juan E come up with a clutch hit.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:02 PM EDT reply actions  

no shit...
... they said it was his first-ever postseason hit at home.

by kindred on Oct 8, 2006 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

Really didnt
Really didn't think Pujols was going to make it. He was looking pretty tired running around the bases. After he slid I thought he was going to just lay down and take a breather.

by DimitroffVodka on Oct 8, 2006 10:02 PM EDT reply actions  

HUGE
Alright--now let's get that second run here.  Fly ball, Ronnie!!!

by Mr Bad Example on Oct 8, 2006 10:02 PM EDT reply actions  

C'mon Belly!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:02 PM EDT reply actions  

I agree
but what are the odds that he swings wildly at the first pitch Meredith delivers?

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yay, the lead!

That's great, but it's not why I popped on to post.

Did I really just hear Tim McCarver (I think that's who it was) say baseball would be better if somehow Pete Rose were able to be a part of it again?

WHAT!? Excuse me, I need a nitroglycerin tab.

by glamberson on Oct 8, 2006 10:03 PM EDT reply actions  

No, the other meathead said that
To his credit Tim just grunted---he does not agree

by Ignatius J Reilly on Oct 8, 2006 10:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

Oops, wrong idiot

At least we don't have to endure Morgan and especially Miller again today. Those guys always seem amazed to discover the US isn't all within 100 miles of the ocean when they come do a St. Louis game.

by glamberson on Oct 8, 2006 10:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

I predict
I predict the letter C so he will be just now known as La Meredith. Possibly becoming french along the way.

by DimitroffVodka on Oct 8, 2006 10:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

alright Thug Life...
... i know Meredith's a pain in the ass, but you've GOT to get Enc home.

by kindred on Oct 8, 2006 10:03 PM EDT reply actions  

If this was 2004
we'd be suicide squeezing right here.

Wonder if that TLR is still around.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 10:04 PM EDT reply actions  

no way...
... not with Belly up and Meredith on the mound.

by kindred on Oct 8, 2006 10:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

Gotta roll the dice
wait until you get a strike on ya, and the lay one down the 3rd base side.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 10:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

Make Cla Meredith
look like Meredith Baxter-Birney, Little Belly.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:04 PM EDT reply actions  

Meredith is filthy
He'll strike 'em out.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Pitching change..
double switch

Green in a SS; Meredith new pitcher

Enc took 3rd Base on the throw home

by Ignatius J Reilly on Oct 8, 2006 10:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Give him the tongue, Belly!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Is it just me...
Or are they paying A LOT of attention to Juan on 3rd? Maybe it should be directed to the man at the plate instead.

by Pujols Is A God on Oct 8, 2006 10:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Pujols
Must of had some words to belly... He didnt take the bat off his shoulders the first 3 pitches

by El Hombre on Oct 8, 2006 10:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Swing
for contact, Belly!  Jaysus!

by glennrwordman on Oct 8, 2006 10:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Went 'The Natural' on that one...
almost spun himself into the ground.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Wow
Way to take one for the team.

by DimitroffVodka on Oct 8, 2006 10:07 PM EDT reply actions  

Up to the Speezer!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:07 PM EDT reply actions  

I can't believe that just happened...
...insert Adrian Gonzalez 'luck comments here.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 10:07 PM EDT reply actions  

Speez up,
better a lefty bat against Cl

by ArkansasTravs on Oct 8, 2006 10:07 PM EDT reply actions  

Belliard's body ...
It's perfectly designed for that AB!

He's been planning that for years!  One cheese dog at a time.

It's bad luck to be superstitious.

by red menace on Oct 8, 2006 10:08 PM EDT reply actions  

Spiezio! Spiezio!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:08 PM EDT reply actions  

Ha!
I love the crowd chanting.  Are the Cardinals fans actually making noise?

by effin fisk on Oct 8, 2006 10:08 PM EDT reply actions  

Get 'em going, Ernie!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:09 PM EDT reply actions  

I love Speizo as much as the next guy
but Pujols, Edmonds, Rolen, Eck, etc...don't get that kind of chant.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 10:09 PM EDT reply actions  

fox problems?
anyone else having problems with fox? it's all fuzzy
The Cards at night, are big and bright, deep in the heart of Texas

by texbird on Oct 8, 2006 10:09 PM EDT reply actions  

Spiezio! Spiezio!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:09 PM EDT reply actions  

Scott Spiezio...
is a rich man's John Mabry, I swear.
Obsessions of a Cardinal Fan

by Quietude on Oct 8, 2006 10:09 PM EDT reply actions  

Speeze...1B
....fouls off some wicked pitches; stays alive drives home the run

great AB

by Ignatius J Reilly on Oct 8, 2006 10:09 PM EDT reply actions  

Speezer is legend!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Here comes Molina
blow this bad boy open with his patented shot down the line on the ground.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 10:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Wow
graphic just showed Spezio is 12 for 18 RISP for his career in postseason.

by ArkansasTravs on Oct 8, 2006 10:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Molina?!
Woot!

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Wow!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Molina!
You can do it!  And you do!  Bases loaded for Carp.  Do we PH?  Nope.
Redbirds Fun
The Kentucky Democrat

by cardsfan84 on Oct 8, 2006 10:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Carp's batting!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:11 PM EDT reply actions  

So, does Carp bat for himself here?
Better not take that bat off of his shoulder until 0-2.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 10:11 PM EDT reply actions  

YES!
Branyan sucks!

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:12 PM EDT reply actions  

YES!!!!!!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:12 PM EDT reply actions  

It begins
to fall apart for the Pads!

by glennrwordman on Oct 8, 2006 10:12 PM EDT reply actions  

even better!
Carp's like "fuck that, i'm not striking out... i need an RBI in this game".

awesome!

by kindred on Oct 8, 2006 10:13 PM EDT reply actions  

Russell Branyan, thank you!!!!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:13 PM EDT reply actions  

C'mon Eckstein
Squeeze to perfection!

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:13 PM EDT reply actions  

The squeeze!
Tony, I knew you were still there!

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 10:13 PM EDT reply actions  

Eck is back!!!!!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:13 PM EDT reply actions  

perfect time
to call that squeeze play

by lboros on Oct 8, 2006 10:13 PM EDT reply actions  

The Budweiser song!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:13 PM EDT reply actions  

And THEN he squeezes...
The only thing I don't like is that it means Albert could lead off again if Wilson doesn't reach.
Obsessions of a Cardinal Fan

by Quietude on Oct 8, 2006 10:14 PM EDT reply actions  

Happy Happy Happy

!!!

[bounces to happy organ music]

by glamberson on Oct 8, 2006 10:14 PM EDT reply actions  

there it is...
TLR baseball, folks. he's made all the right moves this series.

by kindred on Oct 8, 2006 10:14 PM EDT reply actions  

Let's bring 'em home, P-Dub
Stop dicking around and put this one away

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:14 PM EDT reply actions  

Break it open!
Do it for Mookie!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

That's alright.
We're in good shape. One more inning from Carp, then to the pen.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Who would you go to?
Do you try to play matchups, or do you just give the ball to Hancock or Babyface for the 8th?  Or do you let Kid Wainwright go two?
Obsessions of a Cardinal Fan

by Quietude on Oct 8, 2006 10:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

Anyone
just breathe for the first time tonight?  (Yes, I know it ain't over...)

by glennrwordman on Oct 8, 2006 10:16 PM EDT reply actions  

good call
i know i just exhaled for the first time in a few innings...

by stlspecialsauce on Oct 8, 2006 10:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

HUGE inning!!!
let's shut them down right here, carp.

by stlspecialsauce on Oct 8, 2006 10:16 PM EDT reply actions  

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOT
So exciting!!! Why did my professor have a test for tomorrow, I'm never going to get anything done tonight! lol

by lynx on Oct 8, 2006 10:16 PM EDT reply actions  

It feels
a little like 2004 NLCS Game 7. A little. Stakes not quite as high, but same sort of vibe for me.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Only hopefully...
without the extra-innings GW walkoff from Jed.  Let's do this one in nine.
Obsessions of a Cardinal Fan

by Quietude on Oct 8, 2006 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

That was Game 6.
Game 7 was Rolen off of Rocket and the squeeze.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

I can't really describe it
It just feels like a relief that they've got some breathing room.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

Pushin' buttons, baby!
Pushin' buttons.   THe squeeze caught me by surprise but made perfect sense.

by sdrone on Oct 8, 2006 10:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Best thing about that
is we scored 4 off of Meredith (OK, only 2 charged to him, but last three scored on hits off of him).

Their "best" RP versus RH batters is now used up.

by ArkansasTravs on Oct 8, 2006 10:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Oh crap
I forgot about that game.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Jesus...
get on the horn NOW and get someone loose.  That did not look good.
Obsessions of a Cardinal Fan

by Quietude on Oct 8, 2006 10:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Damn,
Albert can pick it, cain't he?

by glennrwordman on Oct 8, 2006 10:19 PM EDT reply actions  

100 pitches
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:20 PM EDT reply actions  

Ty Cobb is a tough out
so let's put him down.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:20 PM EDT reply actions  

Sweet!!!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:20 PM EDT reply actions  

This was a great outing by Carpenter
He gutted it through seven after a disastrous first inning.

Our ace, ladies and gentleman.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

i thank
effin's playoff beard for the turn of events.

by stlcardinalsfang on Oct 8, 2006 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

See?
You just have to have faith in our boys.

Probably didn't hurt that I cracked open a frosty Budweiser before the inning started, either.

Obsessions of a Cardinal Fan

by Quietude on Oct 8, 2006 10:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Mr. Soul Patch has come through tonight.
Maybe I'll keep my playoff soul patch for good. HE certainly makes it look GOOOOD.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

If you're Tony...
...do 13 more pitches mean that much to you for the NLCS, to get Carp less fatigue.  Or do you give him the 115 pitch ceiling.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

I agree.
Trust the pen. They've earned it.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

4 run lead, 2 innings left...
pull him and let the good relievers handle it.

I still think giving Wainwright two innings isn't a bad move.

Obsessions of a Cardinal Fan

by Quietude on Oct 8, 2006 10:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

not me
I'd send him back out there with guys in the bullpen ready to come in if he looks like he's in any trouble at all.  

by Mr Bad Example on Oct 8, 2006 10:23 PM EDT reply actions  

I sort of like Carp's look
he's always had the patch, now he's growing the scruff, too. It glistens when he sweats. (which is all the time.)

by effin fisk on Oct 8, 2006 10:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Carp's soul patch
is a good look for him. The 10 o'clock shadow heightens his toughness look. It all works for him.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

I apologize to Chris Carpenter...
for calling him a joke. I'm a moron and he has more talent in one finger then I could ever hope to attain.
Bengie Molina for 2007 Cardinals Catcher!

by Ankiels Missing Curveball on Oct 8, 2006 10:24 PM EDT reply actions  

I'm not sure...
that Hensley isn't just getting work in.
Obsessions of a Cardinal Fan

by Quietude on Oct 8, 2006 10:24 PM EDT reply actions  

God...
I never get tired of seeing El Hombre make Lidge his bitch.
Obsessions of a Cardinal Fan

by Quietude on Oct 8, 2006 10:25 PM EDT reply actions  

A riveting moment in post-season history...
Brad Lidge has never been the same since...

Thanks for the memories, Fox!

"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:26 PM EDT reply actions  

okay but
He has looked filthy the last couple times out.  I trust TJ.  Can always hook'em if he puts a guy on.

by stlmapman on Oct 8, 2006 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Is Carp going back out?
Certainly looked like it...
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:28 PM EDT reply actions  

that loud enough for u guys?
Inky Dinky DID and it was a thing of beauty - all academic from there

by ITouchedMcGee on Oct 8, 2006 10:28 PM EDT reply actions  

The Thing
about the Padres is:  when Brenneman says "looking ahead to the 8th inning, it'll be Brian Giles, Adrian Gonzalez and Josh Bard..." and you realize that those are their 2, 3 & 4 guys, it just doesn't strike fear into you.  (Now, please don't do anything RASH, Brian, Adrian and Josh!)

If they get a real bopper in the middle there, they could be scary, what with their pitching and all...

by glennrwordman on Oct 8, 2006 10:29 PM EDT reply actions  

I don't like it
Gonzo and Bard are threats.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm not
saying they aren't fine players; but when you say "Pujols/Edmonds/Healthy Rolen" I think it suggests something more formidable.  At least historically.

I think Gonzalez and Bard WILL be very, very good, and potentially scary.  It's all relative, as my relatives would say...

by glennrwordman on Oct 8, 2006 10:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

Of course
if I just jinxed us, then I will commit ritual hari-kari.  Promise.

by glennrwordman on Oct 8, 2006 10:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

TLR has to leave Carp in...
... first guy on, then pull him. but give him a chance to get through 8.

by kindred on Oct 8, 2006 10:29 PM EDT reply actions  

But why?
Isn't it more important to keep him fresh if they make it to New York?

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

Thanks for the crowd update, ITMcGee!
You're pulling the weight of 46,000+ tonight!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:29 PM EDT reply actions  

i've heard that...
NYY has a bopper that's available.

by gentry13 on Oct 8, 2006 10:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Sheffield?
Sweet Lou is a big fan of May-rod and if he's hired you can bet the house Alex stays a Yank.

by Ignatius J Reilly on Oct 8, 2006 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

Three lefties due up..
do you bring TJ in to start, or let Carp go until a runner reaches?

by ArkansasTravs on Oct 8, 2006 10:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Anyone noticed...
that Carp always looks like a kid about to cry when he's on the mound?
Obsessions of a Cardinal Fan

by Quietude on Oct 8, 2006 10:31 PM EDT reply actions  

That's from the salt in his eyes
from all his sweating...
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

I do not like this
I don't like it all. TLR is getting cute. Bizarro Tony is creeping out.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Oh god....
here we go...
Bengie Molina for 2007 Cardinals Catcher!

by Ankiels Missing Curveball on Oct 8, 2006 10:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Ugh
We love you Carp but plz pull him now

by stlmapman on Oct 8, 2006 10:32 PM EDT reply actions  

well
I guess I was wrong.  C'mon pen, let's get him out of it...

by Mr Bad Example on Oct 8, 2006 10:32 PM EDT reply actions  

i'm right with you...
... it was right to leave him in, and it was right to pull him when he did.

great game, Carp. now TJ/Kinney have got to get through this. give up 1 run... no more.

by kindred on Oct 8, 2006 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

No, it was not right to leave him
He had thrown 102 pitches, and it wasn't exactly effortless. The only two guys who had done anything against him all night were coming up. That is not the right move.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

he'd retired 6 in a row
102 pitches is not a heavy load for him. i have no problem with the call to leave him in.

by lboros on Oct 8, 2006 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ugh
I was hoping for Thompson... Looks like it might be TJ..

TJ

Day game

16 Appearances
0.00 ERA
0 Earned Runs
12.1 IP
5 Hits
4 BB's
12 K's

Night game

40 Appearances
7.50 ERA
20 Earned Runs
24 IP
28 Hits
19 BB's

by El Hombre on Oct 8, 2006 10:33 PM EDT reply actions  

Will it be Kinney?
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:33 PM EDT reply actions  

What's Jason Marquis doing in a Visine commercial?
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:34 PM EDT reply actions  

Did that NOT look like him??
Real ladies man, I imagine...
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

after this season
he has a better chance making it as an actor, i'd say...

by effin fisk on Oct 8, 2006 10:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

Some FOX staffer is fired
for giving Brennaman the wrong card.

by stlmapman on Oct 8, 2006 10:36 PM EDT reply actions  

The Josh Kinney fan club needs to rise up now!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:36 PM EDT reply actions  

I can't stand to watch..
..switching to the Chargers and their all-time greatest uniforms

by Ignatius J Reilly on Oct 8, 2006 10:36 PM EDT reply actions  

They should wear those all the time
That's the one thing Berman is right about.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

arG!
i shouldn't be surprised, but that should've been strike 3!

Yes!  There it is.

by effin fisk on Oct 8, 2006 10:36 PM EDT reply actions  

Yes, TJ!!!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:36 PM EDT reply actions  

this is
a different tyler johnson then we've seen all season
Future Redbirds

by erik on Oct 8, 2006 10:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Nice job, Tyler.
Are his jersey's for sale yet?

by effin fisk on Oct 8, 2006 10:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Tidbit
when TLR's glasses come off, the pen comes in.

well done TJ.

Redbirds Fun
The Kentucky Democrat

by cardsfan84 on Oct 8, 2006 10:37 PM EDT reply actions  

pads can counter
with klesko here --- still a good move by tony, either he gets the matchup his way or he gets piazza out of the game

by lboros on Oct 8, 2006 10:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Josh Kinney fan club, rise up!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:37 PM EDT reply actions  

great job TJ
i like this kid. not quite as nasty as Kline, but not as much volatility either. i'm glad we'll have him for a while.

by kindred on Oct 8, 2006 10:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Josh 06 is coming in
If Tyler Johnson had pitched like this all year...we could have won 90 games, I'd figure.

:D

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 10:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Did you know...
that when Tony LaRussa takes his glasses off, that the pitcher in the bullpen is coming in?

by ArkansasTravs on Oct 8, 2006 10:38 PM EDT reply actions  

I will respect Thom Brennaman
if he introduces Kinney as Tyler Johnson to the audience.

by stlmapman on Oct 8, 2006 10:39 PM EDT reply actions  

tlr
sure has shown a lot of faith in the youngsters out of the pen. thompson, kinney, tj, brad thompson and wainwright have all pitched in key spots.
Future Redbirds

by erik on Oct 8, 2006 10:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Mr. Slider comin' in
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Nice first pitch
He locked Piazza up

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Put Pizza Boy down, Josh!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:40 PM EDT reply actions  

who woulda thunk...
... that freaking Kinney would be pitching in the 8th inning in the this game?

by kindred on Oct 8, 2006 10:40 PM EDT reply actions  

That was such a strike.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:40 PM EDT reply actions  

hey
i didn't know this, but kinney pitched for the River City Rascals in 01. that's my old stomping grounds
Future Redbirds

by erik on Oct 8, 2006 10:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Kinney is trying to be too fine
with his pitches.  Molina needs to tell him a mistake and we are still leading.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 10:41 PM EDT reply actions  

One more like that, Josh!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:41 PM EDT reply actions  

wow --- a dead heat
stlmapman. i guess you're right, tie goes to the blogger

by lboros on Oct 8, 2006 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yes
I threw up in my mouth a little bit.

by glennrwordman on Oct 8, 2006 10:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

i saw that too
ticks me off. the best fans in baseball my eye
Future Redbirds

by erik on Oct 8, 2006 10:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ugh
Was that the Wave in the background?

by stlmapman on Oct 8, 2006 10:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Yes.
And I got quite a chuckle from it. Ha.

by Pujols Is A God on Oct 8, 2006 10:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

that swing by Piazza
makes me think the spirit of the Padres is just about broken.

DP!   3 to go!

by effin fisk on Oct 8, 2006 10:41 PM EDT reply actions  

His HS Science Teacher
Sent me an email once. Great to see him pitch so well on such a big stage.

Big 9th inning looming for young Mr. Wainwright.

by liam on Oct 8, 2006 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yes!!!!! Josh!!!!!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:42 PM EDT reply actions  

What is Carp's postseason ERA now?
It was 1.50 before the game.  He's getting Gibby like.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 10:42 PM EDT reply actions  

If it weren't for that first inning...
it'd be miniscule
Bengie Molina for 2007 Cardinals Catcher!

by Ankiels Missing Curveball on Oct 8, 2006 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

How about that bullpen?
Who would have believed it?
The time has come for someone to put his foot down and that foot is me

by heathen on Oct 8, 2006 10:42 PM EDT reply actions  

I am in love with this new bullpen..
Josh Kinney, Tyler Johnson, Adam Wainwright, go find yourselves some nice living quarters here in STL, stay for awhile.
Bengie Molina for 2007 Cardinals Catcher!

by Ankiels Missing Curveball on Oct 8, 2006 10:42 PM EDT reply actions  

Oh sweet mgillicuddy!
That was nice
Cormier? Really? Who new?

by tudor rooter on Oct 8, 2006 10:42 PM EDT reply actions  

6-4-3...
is the way to be!

Someone cue... whatever Wainwright's entering the game to.

Obsessions of a Cardinal Fan

by Quietude on Oct 8, 2006 10:42 PM EDT reply actions  

Three outs to New York...
I'd feel just a wee bit better with one more run..

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:42 PM EDT reply actions  

was that the WAVE?
Huge DP there!! 3 outs to go!

But...was that the wave going on in the background?  If so, we don't deserve to win this game--the crucial at-bat in the game, and the knuckleheads are trying to start the wave?  Horrible.  

by Mr Bad Example on Oct 8, 2006 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Ha
You're right.  I'm just majorly anti-wave.  Especially in big moments.  

by Mr Bad Example on Oct 8, 2006 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

The team should set those young guys up
 in Ballpark Village. If it ever gets built, that is.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Ouch!
Cormier? Really? Who new?

by tudor rooter on Oct 8, 2006 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

belly-ku
"The best bat out there"
GM sez at the deadline
In Belly we trust
Cormier? Really? Who new?

by tudor rooter on Oct 8, 2006 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

It'd be pretty petty and pretty ballsy
for the Busch PA people to play Hells Bells when Wainwright runs out, but I'd still chuckle quite a bit if it happened.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 10:44 PM EDT reply actions  

I'd settle for...
"For Whom The Bell Tolls."  Especially just to see Hoffman's reaction when the bells start.
Obsessions of a Cardinal Fan

by Quietude on Oct 8, 2006 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hells Bells is his music...
...I believe.  It has the 25 second bell/guitar solo.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

I know it's Hoffman's music.
But it would be funny for them to use "For Whom The Bell Tolls" because it opens the same way.
Obsessions of a Cardinal Fan

by Quietude on Oct 8, 2006 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

If we pull this off...
Can we declare Belliard the series MVP?
Bengie Molina for 2007 Cardinals Catcher!

by Ankiels Missing Curveball on Oct 8, 2006 10:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Likewise
Games 1 and 2, Pujols drove in/was the go ahead run.

In fact, I believe he was again here in Game 4.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 10:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yes. Give it to him.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

changes
bellhorn at 3rd, clay hensley in.

belliard gets a brushback.  he's batting .500

Redbirds Fun
The Kentucky Democrat

by cardsfan84 on Oct 8, 2006 10:44 PM EDT reply actions  

So can we change the roster for the NLCS
and put Reyes in for Marquis?

ON the other hand, with the bullpen turnign around...maybe Voldemort will turn back into the good Jason?

by Podlol on Oct 8, 2006 10:45 PM EDT reply actions  

You can change rosters between series
I'd swap out Narveson for Marquis or Thompson to have a long lefty.

by liam on Oct 8, 2006 10:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Eck
did you see that look on his face? That's how i feel right now, only creepier.

by effin fisk on Oct 8, 2006 10:46 PM EDT reply actions  

S**t eating Grin
You he's thinking "Man I have got to be the luckiest person on the planet"
Cormier? Really? Who new?

by tudor rooter on Oct 8, 2006 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

AW
he's warming up.

If Molina gets on, PH for Kinney

Redbirds Fun
The Kentucky Democrat

by cardsfan84 on Oct 8, 2006 10:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Wainwrights #
is how many saves he will have next year.
Bengie Molina for 2007 Cardinals Catcher!

by Ankiels Missing Curveball on Oct 8, 2006 10:46 PM EDT reply actions  

It's Adam time.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:46 PM EDT reply actions  

AW
time to pitch w/ purpose!  3 to go...

by glennrwordman on Oct 8, 2006 10:47 PM EDT reply actions  

Hopefully he's got his mojo goin' tonight
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Bad karma...don't do it.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

cant believe i would ever do this....
but i just ordered my tj shirt

by adam21 on Oct 8, 2006 10:48 PM EDT reply actions  

from where
team store online?  How much?  I'm there.

Might have to order a Belliard, Wainwright and Speezer shirt, as well.  This postseason is going to get expensive.

by effin fisk on Oct 8, 2006 10:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ask P-Dub's Daddy
About getting ahead of ourselves
Cormier? Really? Who new?

by tudor rooter on Oct 8, 2006 10:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Here we go AW
can't believe that I picked Saito instead of AW for my postseason fantasy team.

by ArkansasTravs on Oct 8, 2006 10:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Now the crowd
is loud.  Should be defeaning shortly...

by glennrwordman on Oct 8, 2006 10:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Question
Has anyone ever noticed that Wainwright doesn't throw from the stretch when he comes in?

God, that thing fell from the sky.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:50 PM EDT reply actions  

Sweet!!!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:50 PM EDT reply actions  

YES!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:50 PM EDT reply actions  

filthy!
Cameron can't believe it.

by kindred on Oct 8, 2006 10:50 PM EDT reply actions  

that curve was SICK
looked like it started in the upper deck

by stlmapman on Oct 8, 2006 10:50 PM EDT reply actions  

that hook...
is filthy.  2 to go!

by Mr Bad Example on Oct 8, 2006 10:50 PM EDT reply actions  

That curveball is really nasty
The time has come for someone to put his foot down and that foot is me

by heathen on Oct 8, 2006 10:50 PM EDT reply actions  

PLEASE
don't remind us of that series.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Adam's putting his foot down!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:51 PM EDT reply actions  

C'mon, Adam
get the ball over the plate.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:51 PM EDT reply actions  

The Peave!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Mets
Bring on the Pond Scum!
Come on You Redbirds--Mike Shannon

by BluesDrummer85 on Oct 8, 2006 10:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Pads Bench
Aw, they look so sad.
Cormier? Really? Who new?

by tudor rooter on Oct 8, 2006 10:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Damn
I hate that Klesko..

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Okay, Adam
Two more outs. No worries.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:53 PM EDT reply actions  

lol
I can't get over how nasty that is.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 10:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Think
AWs got control of his curve tonight?

by glennrwordman on Oct 8, 2006 10:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Ughhh...come on AW
Bengie Molina for 2007 Cardinals Catcher!

by Ankiels Missing Curveball on Oct 8, 2006 10:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Oy...
...nail it down, nail it down, nail it down...

by glennrwordman on Oct 8, 2006 10:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Brenneman...
Momentum means nothing once reaching the playoffs. Read 'Baseball Behind the Numbers'.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Keep breathing
...just keep breathing.
Cormier? Really? Who new?

by tudor rooter on Oct 8, 2006 10:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Lets Get Greene!
Come on Waino
Come on You Redbirds--Mike Shannon

by BluesDrummer85 on Oct 8, 2006 10:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Come on Adam...
come on baby, come on, come on.
I have a serious, serious Adam Wainwright addiction. Is there a 12-step group for loving 6'7" rookie relievers to death?

by Scarlet the Cardinal on Oct 8, 2006 10:57 PM EDT reply actions  

Yes! Curve ball!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:57 PM EDT reply actions  

Breaking Ball
Freakin Nasty
Come on You Redbirds--Mike Shannon

by BluesDrummer85 on Oct 8, 2006 10:57 PM EDT reply actions  

Pretty!
Me like.
Cormier? Really? Who new?

by tudor rooter on Oct 8, 2006 10:57 PM EDT reply actions  

man, Carp is freaking out...
... he's been pacing in the dugout all inning, and he just yelled "YEAAHHHH" after that K.

by kindred on Oct 8, 2006 10:57 PM EDT reply actions  

Roberts to put it away
That's beautifull
Cormier? Really? Who new?

by tudor rooter on Oct 8, 2006 10:58 PM EDT reply actions  

Thanks for the call, Gibson!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 10:58 PM EDT reply actions  

Carp
Looks like he's in a lot of pain
Cormier? Really? Who new?

by tudor rooter on Oct 8, 2006 10:58 PM EDT reply actions  

Physically? Mentally?
I have a serious, serious Adam Wainwright addiction. Is there a 12-step group for loving 6'7" rookie relievers to death?

by Scarlet the Cardinal on Oct 8, 2006 10:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

stupid Ball
be more fair
Cormier? Really? Who new?

by tudor rooter on Oct 8, 2006 10:59 PM EDT reply actions  

Piazza
Is he crying? There's no crying in...
Cormier? Really? Who new?

by tudor rooter on Oct 8, 2006 11:00 PM EDT reply actions  

Big looping curve, Adam!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 11:00 PM EDT reply actions  

THAT'S A WINNER!!
The Cardinals advance to the NLCS!
The Cardinals advance to the NLCS!
The Cardinals advance to the NLCS!
The Cardinals advance to the NLCS!
The Cardinals advance to the NLCS!
Redbirds Fun
The Kentucky Democrat

by cardsfan84 on Oct 8, 2006 11:00 PM EDT reply actions  

This Flawed,
frustrating, infuriating team, so inconsistent and unnerving, is going to play for the National League Championship.  And they've got a damn good chance to win it.  

Yes!!!  Go Cards!

by glennrwordman on Oct 8, 2006 11:00 PM EDT reply actions  

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
WOOOOOOOOOOOTTTTTTTT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

w00t!

Bring on the pondscum!

by stlmapman on Oct 8, 2006 11:00 PM EDT reply actions  

Thats a winner!!!! NLDS Champions
Time for revenge for 2000 vs. the Mets

by Podlol on Oct 8, 2006 11:00 PM EDT reply actions  

That's a winner!!!!!
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 11:00 PM EDT reply actions  

WINNNNER!
Bengie Molina for 2007 Cardinals Catcher!

by Ankiels Missing Curveball on Oct 8, 2006 11:00 PM EDT reply actions  

yes!
somebody give Carp a hug... he's begging for one out there.

by kindred on Oct 8, 2006 11:01 PM EDT reply actions  

And that's a winner!
Start spreadin' the news, we're leaving today, we're gonna beat the freakin' Mets, in New York, New York...
Obsessions of a Cardinal Fan

by Quietude on Oct 8, 2006 11:01 PM EDT reply actions  

WHOOO-HOOOOO!!!!!!
YEAH ADAM!!!!

YEAH US!!!!!!

I have a serious, serious Adam Wainwright addiction. Is there a 12-step group for loving 6'7" rookie relievers to death?

by Scarlet the Cardinal on Oct 8, 2006 11:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Carp feels the pain
Funny to see Carp sweating it like we are.

PS Nice curveball, AW

by madridbend on Oct 8, 2006 11:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Series MVP
Carp, Pujols, Belliard, or Wainright?
Come on You Redbirds--Mike Shannon

by BluesDrummer85 on Oct 8, 2006 11:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Carp
But another game ball for Belliard.

by liam on Oct 8, 2006 11:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

Tony is class at moments like this
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 11:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Those Padres are a tough team
They played a great series, and I'm glad this one is over.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 11:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Agreed. That was a hell of a 4 game series.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 11:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

Is it just me?
Or does every series end on a 3 Unassisted, or 1-3?
Cormier? Really? Who new?

by tudor rooter on Oct 8, 2006 11:02 PM EDT reply actions  

Oh, and I like seeing Chris Young cry
I don't like him. He should be in Texas.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 11:02 PM EDT reply actions  

hahahah!!!
you guys just see Molina jump into Belly's arms? freaking hilarious!

by kindred on Oct 8, 2006 11:03 PM EDT reply actions  

new thread is up
postgame / post-series thread

by lboros on Oct 8, 2006 11:03 PM EDT reply actions  

The Peave.
Wishing he was a Cardinal.
"I'm the player to be named later." - Crash Davis (Kevin Costner)

by player2bnamedl8r on Oct 8, 2006 11:03 PM EDT reply actions  

Fat Boy
Needs a drink
Cormier? Really? Who new?

by tudor rooter on Oct 8, 2006 11:03 PM EDT reply actions  

This is really
I am really happy and proud of how this team stepped up.

Now Marquis or Reyes for game 4?

by DimitroffVodka on Oct 8, 2006 11:04 PM EDT reply actions  

It'd be
Weaver
Suppan
Carpenter
REYES

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 11:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

That is a shame
Looks how much booze is about to be wasted!!!

by DimitroffVodka on Oct 8, 2006 11:05 PM EDT reply actions  

I can't believe we made it through this series
and I'm even stunned that I have a slight bit of faith that maybe, just maybe our bats come out slug the Mets and their delapitated pitching staff and steal that series.

by Hardcore Legend on Oct 8, 2006 11:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Play that series
like they did this one, and we'll be in it to the end.
The cat is fine, thank you.

by Intheway on Oct 8, 2006 11:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

It's gonna be a slaughter
I hold no hope for the next round.

by ryanisforever on Oct 8, 2006 11:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

a slaughter?
even with the Mets pitching woes? I think it will be closer than you think. The Mets should probably win this but I think the Cards can make it interesting.
"Don't fail to miss tomorrow's game!" - Dizzy Dean

by jdubya on Oct 9, 2006 12:12 AM EDT up reply actions  

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Baltimore, MD, USA; Baltimore Orioles center fielder Adam Jones doubles against the Boston Red Sox at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The Red Sox defeated the Orioles 6-5. Credit: Joy R. Absalon-US PRESSWIRE +2 updates

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PHILADELPHIA, PA - Cliff Lee of the Philadelphia Phillies throws a pitch against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning of a MLB interleague baseball game. Lee took the loss as the Red Sox defeated the Phillies 5-1. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)

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