Gameday Thread: O's (16-15) @ A's (19-14)
by Scott Christ on May 5, 2008 9:39 PM EDT
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PrintBaltimore Orioles at Oakland Athletics, May 5, 2008 10:05 PM EDT
Two of the most surprisingly competitive teams in the American League throw down in Oakland for a three-game set. 10:05 on MASN, but I think I'll have the dreadful Oakland broadcast.
| Today's Starting Pitchers | GS | IP | ERA | WHIP | BAA | BB | K | W-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Garrett Olson - LH | 1 | 6.2 | 2.70 | 1.35 | .174 | 5 | 6 | 1-0 |
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Dana Eveland - LH | 6 | 34.1 | 3.67 | 1.28 | .236 | 14 | 26 | 3-2 |
Eveland is a southpaw semi-journeyman at the age of just 24. Drafted by Milwaukee, he was traded to the Diamondbacks with Doug Davis and David Krynzel for Claudio Vargas, Johnny Estrada and Greg Aquino. Later, he was sent to Oakland with five others in the Dan Haren deal. He's done a heck of a good for the A's so far, but their rotation started hot last year before tapering off a little bit, too.
We're the first or one of the very first teams to face Frank Thomas in two different uniforms this season, too, so that's exciting. In what basically amounts to a single full season of play for Thomas at McAfee Coliseum, he's hit .273/.390/.535 with 39 homers and 115 RBI in his Hall of Fame career.
But don't fret, gang. Compare that to OUR designated hitter's career line at Oakland: .279/.308/.430, two homers, 10 RBI. Since he has a better batting average, I'm pretty certain that the comparison is relatively close.
| Orioles | AB | AVG | OBP | HR | RBI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brian Roberts - 2B | 124 | .266 | .352 | 3 | 13 |
| 2 | Nick Markakis - RF | 110 | .273 | .403 | 6 | 14 |
| 3 | Melvin Mora - 3B | 124 | .258 | .306 | 4 | 17 |
| 4 | Aubrey Huff - DH | 112 | .277 | .352 | 5 | 19 |
| 5 | Kevin Millar - 1B | 117 | .214 | .285 | 4 | 14 |
| 6 | Ramon Hernandez - C | 91 | .198 | .232 | 3 | 15 |
| 7 | Adam Jones - CF | 109 | .239 | .282 | 2 | 10 |
| 8 | Jay Payton - LF | 59 | .254 | .279 | 2 | 5 |
| 9 | Luis Hernandez - SS | 61 | .246 | .304 | 0 | 3 |
| Athletics | AB | AVG | OBP | HR | RBI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kurt Suzuki - C | 112 | .286 | .360 | 0 | 10 |
| 2 | Mark Ellis - 2B | 131 | .237 | .322 | 2 | 11 |
| 3 | Mike Sweeney - 1B | 74 | .311 | .373 | 2 | 10 |
| 4 | Frank Thomas - DH | 97 | .206 | .342 | 3 | 16 |
| 5 | Emil Brown - RF | 118 | .271 | .296 | 3 | 26 |
| 6 | Jack Cust - LF | 82 | .244 | .426 | 4 | 11 |
| 7 | Bobby Crosby - SS | 127 | .268 | .336 | 2 | 20 |
| 8 | Donnie Murphy - 3B | 34 | .206 | .308 | 2 | 6 |
| 9 | Rajai Davis - CF | 14 | .357 | .400 | 0 | 2 |
If you look at the lineups, you'll notice Emil Brown, case in point that runs batted in mean F-all. I also have to find some amount of respect for any team that can find a place in their starting lineup for Thomas, Sweeney and Cust. Somebody's back is going out. And how.
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Ugh
This one could get ugly, quickly.
The Roberts-tracker will be on tonight.
I just wish he’d hustle more.
Easterns Motors
We NEED an Easterns Motors commerical with Aubrey Huff, Jamie Walker, and Chad Bradford. Where your job’s your credit.
when you've been hitting as porrly as he has for the past 2 weeks
it’s not surprising.
"If you're a fantasy baseball player, don't pick anybody from the Orioles. ... Nobody is going to pop your eyes out. But if you're in the American League East, bring your lunch, because you're going to need it." - Kevin Millar
And I get MASN2
which should turn on ANNNNNNYYYYYYY second now
/staring at black screen…
"If you're a fantasy baseball player, don't pick anybody from the Orioles. ... Nobody is going to pop your eyes out. But if you're in the American League East, bring your lunch, because you're going to need it." - Kevin Millar
Make that MASN
Since MASN2 never kicked in
"If you're a fantasy baseball player, don't pick anybody from the Orioles. ... Nobody is going to pop your eyes out. But if you're in the American League East, bring your lunch, because you're going to need it." - Kevin Millar
could this be the last day above .500 for the o's?
well yea, it could be. but not if gregg… er… Garrett has anything to say about it! Go get ‘em G spot.
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
Thorne's saying it's still the flu with Scott
I think he’s allergic to lefties.
"If you're a fantasy baseball player, don't pick anybody from the Orioles. ... Nobody is going to pop your eyes out. But if you're in the American League East, bring your lunch, because you're going to need it." - Kevin Millar
Dog DNA
That’s Channel 11’s sweeps stunt? Doggie DNA testing to show if it’s a pure-bred? THAT’S what they’re going with?
"If you're a fantasy baseball player, don't pick anybody from the Orioles. ... Nobody is going to pop your eyes out. But if you're in the American League East, bring your lunch, because you're going to need it." - Kevin Millar
Tthey have Jack Cust in LF.
Those Oakland As realllllly don’t care about defense, do they?
Jack Cust in LF is an adventure waiting to happen. I can’t wait to see a Cust-assisted triple.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 5, 2008 10:04 PM EDT reply actions
In recent years they have come around to the value of defense
They had guys like Mark Kotsay on their team who is one of the best centerfielders in the game.
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
He was good
but c’mon…Cust? I guess you gotta get all the bats you can, and Lord knows Frank Thomas ain’t gonna play first.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 5, 2008 10:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Love games in Oakland
The Baltimore of the west coast.
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
I think these old pictures of the pitchers
has been bad luck. Perhaps we can change it around to see if it actually influences the outcome of the game?
What SC createth
I dare not change
"If you're a fantasy baseball player, don't pick anybody from the Orioles. ... Nobody is going to pop your eyes out. But if you're in the American League East, bring your lunch, because you're going to need it." - Kevin Millar
cmon...
eat the apple from the tree. it’s good. it’s not bad. don’t listen to that omnipotent party pooper.
I dare not incur
the wrath of SC. You just don’t know, dude.
"If you're a fantasy baseball player, don't pick anybody from the Orioles. ... Nobody is going to pop your eyes out. But if you're in the American League East, bring your lunch, because you're going to need it." - Kevin Millar
it's easier to control superstition.
Empowers us a little bit.
I'm not superstitious
Have you noticed? We’re bad because we have bad players.
by Scott Christ on May 5, 2008 10:24 PM EDT up reply actions
wrong.
we’re bad because you didn’t count to 66 before the game.
You call yourself a fan.
Just look at those fearsome batting averages
and even when they get on base they get picked off. Frustrating as hell
huff n stuff has the best BA
laaaaaame
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
were the A's announcers listening to the Angel ones?
Because that’s the second Musial batting stance comparison for Markakis in two days.
And first pitch again? sigh
Nick Markakis: The Actual Greek God of Walks
MORE STUPID BASERUNNING?
WTF IS THIS?
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 5, 2008 10:15 PM EDT reply actions
Can we just stand on the bases until the ball hits the ground?
We gotta change the luck somehow….
"If you're a fantasy baseball player, don't pick anybody from the Orioles. ... Nobody is going to pop your eyes out. But if you're in the American League East, bring your lunch, because you're going to need it." - Kevin Millar
I really thought when they threw to 1st and Nicky came back easy
they had a meeting about this shitty base running. New memo pending
Okay
This running every time somebody gets on base gets old really, really quickly.
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
i understand why dave trembley feels we have to run...
but seriously.
STOP FUCKING DOING IT
if we lose to a pitcher named Dana.. I'll.. lose more respect for these guys.
Because that’s a girl’s name.
That stadium just swallows everything, doesn't it?
"If you're a fantasy baseball player, don't pick anybody from the Orioles. ... Nobody is going to pop your eyes out. But if you're in the American League East, bring your lunch, because you're going to need it." - Kevin Millar
I bet it ain't the only thing in Oakland that does. (rimshot!)
I’m here all week. etc etc.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 5, 2008 10:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Tip your waitresses and bartender...
"If you're a fantasy baseball player, don't pick anybody from the Orioles. ... Nobody is going to pop your eyes out. But if you're in the American League East, bring your lunch, because you're going to need it." - Kevin Millar
it's a big ol place
What’s weird is that I think I’ve grown to LIKE Oakland’s cookie-cutter stadium over the years, as it’s become more rare.
by Scott Christ on May 5, 2008 10:25 PM EDT up reply actions
I can live without
all those flying saucers from the 60s and 70s.
And to think, if Jerry Hoffberger (sp?) had his way in the 60s, the O’s would have played in a dome by the ‘69 World Series.
"If you're a fantasy baseball player, don't pick anybody from the Orioles. ... Nobody is going to pop your eyes out. But if you're in the American League East, bring your lunch, because you're going to need it." - Kevin Millar
3 Beers Thorne
is only 1 in. Give him another inning….
"If you're a fantasy baseball player, don't pick anybody from the Orioles. ... Nobody is going to pop your eyes out. But if you're in the American League East, bring your lunch, because you're going to need it." - Kevin Millar
Really good breaking ball
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
Josh Bard
And Pudge Rodriguez isn’t too far ahead, but no one notices because he’s Pudge Rodriguez, Great Player, even though he’s fuck awful now.
by Scott Christ on May 5, 2008 10:35 PM EDT up reply actions
i don't know who he is....
but i’d blindly take him over Razor at this point
http://oriolecentral.wordpress.com
i actually met and played catch with raul casanova's cousin
he was impressed that i knew who he was because this was back in 99 i believe..
kid had a good arm
Casanova played with the O's in 1996
I just looked it up. 2 games, 1 AB
http://oriolecentral.wordpress.com
Yadier Molina
and his lifetime 71 OPS+ would also like to talk to you.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 5, 2008 10:37 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah
But to be fair, he is a legitimately phenomenal defensive asset.
by Scott Christ on May 5, 2008 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions
also known as "The Patterson Argument."
I just don’t think anything short of an Ozzie Smith level of defense comes close to making up for being, essentially, an automatic out.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 5, 2008 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions
granted, Molina's career OPS+
is still better than Razor’s so far this season. UGH.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 5, 2008 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions
The problem with this is that Corey Patterson’s defense was vastly overrated by, um, O’s fans. Sorry, guys. He had a -6 FRAA score last year, and was at 6 the year before. Molina is consistently at 15 or so.
by Scott Christ on May 5, 2008 10:41 PM EDT up reply actions
catcher is the one position where...
he can suck offensively but it doesn’t matter a ton to me. If he calls a good game, throws out baserunners, and makes the pitchers better. I’m fine with a .225 average and weak production. Sadly, Ramon isn’t even doing that.
http://oriolecentral.wordpress.com
one of my close friends is a Cards fan
Molina is one of his favourite players, even if he can’t hit worth a crap.
Yeah, I just looked for the crappiest team in the majors and Josh stood out
I think his batting avg. is better than RZA’s though, so it’s a tough question
no it's not
Bard has no power. Hernandez has at least shown some pop still this season. Bard is 36 points worse in OPS—58 adjusted OPS+, Hernandez is at a whopping 64. They’re both shit.
by Scott Christ on May 5, 2008 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions
Nice play, Luis
I mean, it was. Took the circle route and made a good throw. Credit where credit’s due.
"If you're a fantasy baseball player, don't pick anybody from the Orioles. ... Nobody is going to pop your eyes out. But if you're in the American League East, bring your lunch, because you're going to need it." - Kevin Millar
anyone know why...
luke scott is essentially losing his starter-role?
because he's stunk
And sitting against lefties is nothing new. Of course they don’t notice that Jay Payton is horrible, too. Clutch hitting! Oh, wait, they’ve changed it to “timely” hitting. God.
by Scott Christ on May 5, 2008 10:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Holy Crap
4 Strikes on Cust! I thought I counted wrong.
whatever his plan is...
i’m sure it involves strikeouts and losing
http://oriolecentral.wordpress.com
nobody misses Jay Payton.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 5, 2008 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Go get 'em, O's
I’ve got a 6:00 am alarm, so I’ll leave this in y’all’s capable hands.
And yeah, I used the word y’all’s correctly.
"If you're a fantasy baseball player, don't pick anybody from the Orioles. ... Nobody is going to pop your eyes out. But if you're in the American League East, bring your lunch, because you're going to need it." - Kevin Millar
Do you guys hear that whistle?
It’s driving me crazy. Stop it with the whistle!
Also, remember how Jay Payton has fans? That make him a sign? That’s funny.
i made Jay Payton a sign too..
Jay Payton, Please Stay in Oakland
http://oriolecentral.wordpress.com
barf.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 5, 2008 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Weird play by the A's there
Apparently you can fuck up a hit-and-run without making two outs.
Don't get greedy
This is the Orioles. You can either have a good start by a pitcher, or run support. Pick one.
MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC
although better than last year..
no pitching nor hitting
upstairs!!
You motherfucker!
Improving the ballclub: Not one of Peter Angelos' concerns.-SC Wed Jan 30, 2008
Man
Bob Geren is one weird looking dude. A’s managers tend to look weird. Remember the ears on Ken Macha.
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
Way to not let...
DANA pitch to the minimum number of batters… JACKASSES!!!
Improving the ballclub: Not one of Peter Angelos' concerns.-SC Wed Jan 30, 2008
Dana is a girl's name.
That’s right, Stubblefield.
I do
But I’m sick of watching him try to hit. He’s cooked.
by Scott Christ on May 5, 2008 11:07 PM EDT up reply actions
the truth is
I kind of like him too. But I hate everyone after they screw up, and we all knew it was coming.
He's Trachsel with a bat
"If you're a fantasy baseball player, don't pick anybody from the Orioles. ... Nobody is going to pop your eyes out. But if you're in the American League East, bring your lunch, because you're going to need it." - Kevin Millar
hell yeah.. orioles magic rally in progress.
Weaver-esque 3-run homer coming up.
Wow. That at-bat =
From a Millar interview on his inability to maintain a respectable batting average.
wow.
olson is really challenging thomas. this will either work, or it’ll leave the park
woof
Cust popped himself in the groin with a foul ball. That’s why you were cups, ladies and gentlemen.
olson throws a lot of strikes now
I like that a lot. Talk about a 180 from his nibbling days
I get the impression Olson is a really smart pitcher
But I probably just think that because he can barely throw 90.
When I read that, I could've killed him
I guess when you’re making the big bucks no matter what, you are entitled to be a douche.
much as i want to see Wieters in an O's uni..
I want him to develop properly in the minors
I see the lumber was left behind. Typical O's offense.
At least Olson is some relief after a day of discussing Trax. I have to hit the hay. It’s either .500 tomorrow and staring at the abyss, or another 3 day reprieve.
anyone seen iron man yet?
is it really as good as it has been reported to be?
really?
hing a hard time buying robert downey, jr. as an action hero conceptually.
ronnie's a dillweed.
by j.q. higgins on May 5, 2008 11:35 PM EDT up reply actions
well
Tony Stark isn’t exactly the most intimidating man in traditional comic book/action hero ways.
by Scott Christ on May 5, 2008 11:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Knee high in the middle of the plate
I mean low
Did I say "pay"? I meant "double play"
oh wow…this team is bad, even by Oriole standards.
Why the Hell Not?
meh, that was just bad luck
not bad hitting like normal
Nick Markakis: The Actual Greek God of Walks
nah...
this team just has no offense. there are/have been orioles teams that are WAY worse. even in the last 20 years.
ronnie's a dillweed.
by j.q. higgins on May 5, 2008 11:36 PM EDT up reply actions
okay...
so i stated listening to the game tonight on the way back froma gig in burtonsville (shut up), but how about that garret olson, huh? from what i heard and have seen briefly, motherfucker looks like the dude he was supposed to be. finally.
ronnie's a dillweed.
finally?
Did I miss the time where Garrett Olson was a can’t-miss prospect and is a lot older than he actually is? Just sayin’—this seems like quite a normal schedule for Olson.
by Scott Christ on May 5, 2008 11:37 PM EDT up reply actions
uh, well...
i kind of recall him being one of the top pitching prospects last year, rolling through triple a and shitting the bed when he got the call. am i wrong?
ronnie's a dillweed.
by j.q. higgins on May 5, 2008 11:38 PM EDT up reply actions
no that's right
But he wasn’t some great prospect. He was a B prospect. Being one of the Orioles top pitching prospects doesn’t make him a guy that’s going to kick ass right off in the majors. I don’t know—I had no great expectations for Olson. “Finally” seems as though it should be used when we talk about if Daniel Cabrera or even Adam Loewen get it together sometime (and keep it together). Like, “Finally, Cabrera pitches well,” or, “Finally, it’s about time Loewen was worth a crap.” This is Olson’s second cup of coffee. I’ve never had some sustained disappointment with the guy.
by Scott Christ on May 5, 2008 11:44 PM EDT up reply actions
well, let;s be clear...
no one said anything about kicking ass right off, but dude pitched in college, was considered a fairly polished, if unspectacular prospect and was straight up awful last year. he’s been in the system since 2005 and has mowed motherfuckers down at every level, so, yeah, i feel comfortable saying finally. we’re not talking about some cat who was a high schooler when he was drafted.
though, your comments re: cabrera and loewen are totally appropriate and i’ll even throw in hayden penn who we’ve been hearing about since the year olson was drafted, i believe.
ronnie's a dillweed.
by j.q. higgins on May 5, 2008 11:55 PM EDT up reply actions
Let's wait until he's out of the game
before we annoint him.
Just for superstition’s sake.
maybe there's
free donuts in the dugout or something.
they sure don’t want to be on the bases lately.
dat-da-dat-dit-dat-dit-dat-this-is-Moscow-calling-Moscow-calling-come-in-Oakland...
Whoa, nice to have a shutout for breakfast. Olson is apparently channeling Brian “Cy” Burres. Cool.
Rah Rah Rasputin / Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that / Really loved Birds. -- Boney M
first i read that...
thought you were clashing it up.
das cool, though.
ronnie's a dillweed.
by j.q. higgins on May 5, 2008 11:39 PM EDT up reply actions
How 'bout some S.O.S. action?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hj9avkVLPzc
Rah Rah Rasputin / Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that / Really loved Birds. -- Boney M
Coulda been a strike. Maybe. Too close to take, anyway...
Rah Rah Rasputin / Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that / Really loved Birds. -- Boney M
our offense comes to work once a week, i believe
i think we need to add performance bonuses
nah
we’re trying to see if we can actually make the outfielders fall asleep
Nick Markakis: The Actual Greek God of Walks
While we're at it
In case the Ultimate Warrior ever comes back as a pitcher for the other team
You can't fix stupid. Stupid is forever.
The Big Hurt looks like the Big Turd Ferguson
Rah Rah Rasputin / Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that / Really loved Birds. -- Boney M
Calling it right now
One of these Oakland guys is gonna hit one out. These guys are all taking gigantic cuts at the ball.
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
Great start
His breaking balls looked fantastic all night.
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
he has been rated...
as havinf the best curve in the system last couple years, i think.
ronnie's a dillweed.
by j.q. higgins on May 5, 2008 11:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Nice try Garret
But when you get this much run support you just need to throw strikes. Next outing quit throwing balls and walking people, just sit on that multiple run lead and give your defense a chance. Come on.
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
He threw plenty of strikes
We have seen plenty of pitchers over the years for the Orioles who couldn’t dream of throwing their breaking balls for strikes the way Olsen did tonight. He can’t just rear back and smoke guys away, he needs to set up guys with his breaking ball to be affective.
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
Oh damn, sarcasm, screw that
Well everything I said was right. I would love to see him improve going upstairs with his fastball. That would be deadly following his breaking ball.
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
Haha way to catch on
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
Nice round of applause for Olson, please, thank you ladies and gennelmens...
Rah Rah Rasputin / Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that / Really loved Birds. -- Boney M
Wow
Trembly actually pulling the pitcher before he gives up a bunch of runs.
Great start, G. Olson.
MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC
Nice job Garrett
This inevitable loss will be much easier to take with a dominant start from Olson in the bank.
jeez
i just came back. i expected out 0, but a 0 by their name is nice to see
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
bu, wait...
roberts DIDN’T tag him? looke dawful close.
ronnie's a dillweed.
by j.q. higgins on May 6, 2008 12:01 AM EDT up reply actions
No, it was a good call
Dam close, though. Heads up play by Adam Jones.
MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC
Just plain stupid play by Brown
He actually started towards third AFTER he saw Jones catch the ball.
And then he remembered the rules.
Wow new nickname
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
FUCK
easy w/ the over-managing, dude. albers for one batter is plain silliness.
ronnie's a dillweed.
It's a chess match
When Jack Hannaman brings his .243 career BA to the plate, you best bring your A-game.
fucking a...
dog.
can’t get anything over on the trembles.
ronnie's a dillweed.
by j.q. higgins on May 6, 2008 12:04 AM EDT up reply actions
wasnt albers supposed to be the long relief guy?
I mean, i guess 1 out can last a while, but thats not what i think they meant by long relief
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
Trembley doesn't stick to roles much
especially with the younger guys.
I wish he had kept Albers though, because this one could go into EI
JJ's still out there
but doesnt look like we’re gettin to extras
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
That wasn't even close
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
how does mlb.com not have a picture for jamie walker?
duuuuumb. It’s Jamie Walker, boy.
yeah...
know who i’s likw pitching? MATT ALBERS!
ronnie's a dillweed.
by j.q. higgins on May 6, 2008 12:06 AM EDT up reply actions
Hmmm.. a .176 hitter up with bases loaded...
Any guesses how we’ve faired versus sub-.200 hitters in important situations this year?
I have zero respect for Jamie Walker
He is a moron, how the fuck can you not even come close to covering the bag.
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
Are you kidding me?
The A’s announcers were laughing too hard to call the play.
God I hate the A's
As a Packers fan, their green and gold looks whoreish.
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
That's all you fucking practice in spring training.
If it’s hit to that fucking side of the field you cover. Immediately.
who thinks the O's can score 1 run before the game's over?
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
No way. This guy's like fucking Cy Young
Oh wait… That’s just the O’s bullshit hitting.
"Hats for bats, keep bats warm." Pedro Cerrano
actually...
seeing the replay, walker’s break was bad, but davis just dusted him. i mean, that was impressive.
ronnie's a dillweed.
That's so fucked up
No error on the play, so Mr. Garret Olson gets stuck with the earned run.
I would rather Jamie Walker get DFA than Trax.
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
Kind of
At least when Trax goes out I know we are going to lose and I just hope to see improvement from the young guys. When Jamie Walker comes out of the bullpen he kills morale and our record.
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
the glaring lack of fundamentals
from the “veterans” on this team is pathetic.
did you see Trembley seething on the bench?
THIS is Birdland?!?
by Dave at Bottomfeeder Baseball on May 6, 2008 12:11 AM EDT reply actions
yeah
well for my money millar is the worst of the bunch right now.
that was just … sad.
he’s so out of shape. can’t see the ball. now the D is failing him.
Millar, Huff, Hernandez...now Walker
maybe it’s contagious. but this team likes playing together so much it just doesn’t matter. because clubhouse chemistry is how to build a winning franchise. better baseball through chemistry.
feh.
THIS is Birdland?!?
by Dave at Bottomfeeder Baseball on May 6, 2008 12:15 AM EDT up reply actions
Walker
Him and Bradford have just been disappointing all year if you ask me. Bradford has good numbers but that is because people bail him out. Neither seem to get the job done when we need it the most.
Bradford is a ground ball pitcher.
Not a strike-out pitcher.. unfortunately the ball will trickle through sometimes. I’d still call him up any time there’s a guy on first and second.
and i just loved
in the Sun today how Millar said “this happens every April” bullshit again. eff Mascot Millar. part of the problem.
THIS is Birdland?!?
by Dave at Bottomfeeder Baseball on May 6, 2008 12:17 AM EDT up reply actions
At least the Spurs lose
screw those guys.
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
.500 here we come!
wont be staying long though. just passing by.
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
You mean Adam Bomb
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
hahah! Adam Bomb..
I like that a lot more than Dr. Jones
Hello, Garrett, Guts Guthrie here. Just calling to say hi-- oh, and get used to it.
Rah Rah Rasputin / Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that / Really loved Birds. -- Boney M
mr jones!
now we just need payton or lou-lou to bring em home. hah.
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
Adam Jones:
Please do not:
1) Get caught stealing
2) Get picked off
3) Fall on your way to any advancing base
4) Get picked off.. by the catcher
5) Begin a home run trot on a Melvin Mora bunt
6) Keep your eyes closed like your MLB profile picture.
Luis Hernandez and Brandon Fahey
you set em up, i’ll knock em down
THIS is Birdland?!?
by Dave at Bottomfeeder Baseball on May 6, 2008 12:20 AM EDT up reply actions
Jones was out
CB Bucknor giving the O’s a call?!?
THIS is Birdland?!?
by Dave at Bottomfeeder Baseball on May 6, 2008 12:19 AM EDT reply actions
yeah, still...
c.b. bucknor can kiss my ass!
ronnie's a dillweed.
by j.q. higgins on May 6, 2008 12:20 AM EDT up reply actions
yeah, i know
THIS is Birdland?!?
by Dave at Bottomfeeder Baseball on May 6, 2008 12:22 AM EDT up reply actions
Preach the gospel!
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
Ironically
If Jones hadn’t been running, that’s probably a double play
this shit is getting ridiculous...
macphail may have to pull a billy beane and tell diamond dave to know his goddamn role.
ronnie's a dillweed.
by j.q. higgins on May 6, 2008 12:21 AM EDT up reply actions
what a fucking idiot.
If he should have been out, he’s a fucking retard. He’s on because of a mistake by the umpire.
This is completely unacceptable.
oh dear lord...
offense? is that you?
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
Lets see if Luis Hernandez...
can pull a Luis Hernandez.
MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC
even contemplating that...
has blown my mind.
ronnie's a dillweed.
by j.q. higgins on May 6, 2008 12:22 AM EDT up reply actions
Pop out plus base running error
thats my prediction.
MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC
never underestimate the ineptitude of a bad baseball offense
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
Sac Flies.
As difficult for Orioles to comprehend as Yiddish.
and now brob and kakes get a chance for rbi's!
we could actually score here fellas
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
He LOOKS like a switch hitter
But the fact that every opposing manager brings in a lefty to face him proves that no one believes he’s a switch hitter.
he technically is...
but, yeah, if a tree a fall in a forest and nobody hears it, does it really make a sound?
feel free to use that.
ronnie's a dillweed.
by j.q. higgins on May 6, 2008 12:28 AM EDT up reply actions
Hang one, Embree
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
i reeeeally dont wanna see a walk here
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
That was dreck
B-Robs a schnore
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
at least it wan't two
THIS is Birdland?!?
by Dave at Bottomfeeder Baseball on May 6, 2008 12:27 AM EDT reply actions
ugh
didnt wanna see that either
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
lets see what kakes can do
he is the savior, right?
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
Fuck the A's
and their garish green and gold.
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
well, that does it for me
good luck to those that stick it out
THIS is Birdland?!?
by Dave at Bottomfeeder Baseball on May 6, 2008 12:29 AM EDT reply actions
1 out, runners on 2nd and 3rd, best two hitters up, and we can't do shit
Nick Markakis: The Actual Greek God of Walks
I am so pissed off... holy shit.
And don’t give me this crap how expectations are so low this shouldn’t matter…
God damn it… wow, they really freaking suck.
Quell the anger
With thoughts of Olson’s start.
It’s a good day for the Orioles.
it's like I've said before, really
It’s one thing to go, “Yeah they’ll be this bad.” It’s another thing to WATCH it.
by Scott Christ on May 6, 2008 12:31 AM EDT up reply actions
for the love of crap
Between that pathetic showing and Yogi Berra’s moronic Aflac commercial and the Oakland commentary, I want to fart.
Wh are the Oakland announcers?
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
3-1 Roberts
That is take all the way. Regardless. They would rather walk you than let you hit the ball. Sure enough, the future cub effs it up.
c.mon now...
our 3-4-5 hitters are coming up!
mora, hu… huff. and… um. millar.
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
What are we going to do
when we actually have an offense and our pitchers are too old and crappy to put in outtings like this?
ChadBrad
Prolonging the inevitable since 2007
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
just saw the RBI single replay...
I… really couldn’t fault Walker on that.
Yes you can
... did you even watch the play?
walker’s pitching motion has him falling to HIS right.. away from the play to the ball… he had to switch momentum to run to first base.
Millar took a routine ground ball that Roberts was in position for…
Momentum
If you can’t get to first base on a normal ground ball, then you need to fix your mechanics. It is no excuse.
I think you are right
Millar should be covering first on that play.
If you actually played the game...
and knew how it should be played, then you would know what I am talking about. I’ve played at all levels except professionally and was a pitcher. If I didn’t get my ass over to first on that play I’d have my ass handed to me by every coach that has ever coached me. It is inexcusable.
And
I am not saying Millar isn’t at fault; I am saying you cannot say “oh, well, Walker gets a pass. He fell the wrong way.”
I agree with this
Two mistakes on a very critical play
Watch the play again
Walker stands there and doesn’t move until he sees Millar fielding the ball. So you can shove that violin up your ass.
Millar
He might’ve gone too far, but if Roberts doesn’t call him off, then he’s suppose to get anything he can get because the pitcher will cover first.
Joe Angel
is blaming Millar for the BS hit and giving an excuse for Walker saying he fell off to 3rd.
And to think little Luis
did his job by getting the runners over.
Is Roberts’ trade value plummeting, or is anyone even paying attention to him anymore?
Not really
Bradford has allowed 2 HRs as a Baltimore Oriole.
Wow, we will not take yes for an answer. Ball game. #$%@!
Rah Rah Rasputin / Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that / Really loved Birds. -- Boney M
Roberts
Nobody is paying attention to him because he…isn’t doing what he did a couple years ago (you know, around the time he tried roids “once or twice”.....).
ok, we just need to get 1 man on
so we can get to razor. he’s due.
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
A couple of strike outs and a long ball to the warning track.
MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC
That was unexpected
But I guess they want to make the loss even more painful
ok huff has the only respectable average
please let this be one of the 27.8% of the time he gets a hit
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
Millar
I hate you and I’ve always hated you, you dirty Red Sox loving piece of shit.
Now get a hit.
please be our good luck charm
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
yes, Razor 4-6-3
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
Lets go Adam Bomb!
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
Not really
he just hasn’t seen stuff like this before. He’ll acquire patience.
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
We scored...and I soiled myself. The shock was just too great.
Rah Rah Rasputin / Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that / Really loved Birds. -- Boney M
Ramon shouldn't have called three straight splitters
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
Wow
I thought Melvin was being an idiot. I was wrong… that was one hell of a foul ball.
MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC
This game is over...
See, this is what happens when you get a guy in scoring position with less than 1 outs.
Walkoff?
A) Wild Pitch
B) Passed Ball
C) Balk
D) Defensive interference
how about.. an intentional ball..
that the hitter reaches for and hits it for a game-winning RBI?
I miss The Todd.
wow... that was the right move there.
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
Seriously, extra innings
I shouldn’t have stayed up last night for Stars-Sharks 4OT.
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
trembley must really hate luke scott for some reason...
not sure why the man hasn’t come up yet
The good news: Extra innings! The bad news: Um, I'm actually at work...
Rah Rah Rasputin / Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that / Really loved Birds. -- Boney M
Buck just called Huston Street an elite closer
Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey
hmm. apart from street..
A’s have some pretty impressive numbers in their bullpen.
Our offense should help out their stats a bit, though.
someone was asking earlier ...
if there was such thing as a MLB player who wasn’t a good fastball hitter?
Roberts just missed a 93 mph fastball down the middle of the K-zone.
Stick a fork in me
I’m done. I’ll check the Tivo in the morning…
MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC MAGIC
I AIN'T GOT NOOOOO OOOOOOFFFENSE
NOBODY hits for me,
NOBODY scores for me
NOBODY, NOBODY
I’MMMMMMMM SO SAD AND LONELY
SAD AND LONELY, SAD AND LONELY, SAD AND LONELY
Won’t som sweet batter come and hit a dinger for me?
‘Cause I ain’t that bad.
I guess an "impressive" strikeout is defined as one in which the first two strikes are balls.
Some announcing. At least they admitted that the second one was outside. Thanks.
Rah Rah Rasputin / Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that / Really loved Birds. -- Boney M
09:15, I'm already punched in.
Rah Rah Rasputin / Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that / Really loved Birds. -- Boney M
09:19 and I'm already punched out. Mother oath.
There are better ways to begin a day. But it wasn’t the 1-0 shellacking I saw coming 20 min. ago.
We’re O’s fans, our joys are relative. :)
Rah Rah Rasputin / Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that / Really loved Birds. -- Boney M
wasnt it supposed to not hurt this year?
god this sucks. all the preparation in the world for them to be horrible and it still feels like shit every time. why do we do this to ourselves again?
"Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July." - Earl Weaver
For the record
I predicted they go under May 6th. Looks like I’m gonna win the pool!
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
Well, like some guy said up there..
At least Olson had a great outing. That’s about all that can be said.
Good night.
Tomorrow is another day. Unless...
You know the rest. And actually, this tomorrow is looking OK: we’ve got Cy Burres going, and Sid is pitching at the same time against Seattle. So if either one craps out fast (hiya Sid), there’s another game to watch.
Rah Rah Rasputin / Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that / Really loved Birds. -- Boney M
Hear hear!
This was an outstanding start, a real Guts ‘07 effort—and with the same result.
Oriole starting pitching has been way above expected levels. In fact, you take out Trax and the last 3 weeks have been near-phenomenal.
Now if we could only hit, hit for power, field, run the bases and, y’know, that other stuff, we would have an extremely low - maybe MLB-leading - SFGP (Sucktitude Factor Given Personnel).
Rah Rah Rasputin / Lover of the Russian queen
There was a cat that / Really loved Birds. -- Boney M
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