GameThread: Rangers (6-9) @ Orioles (8-8)
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 2:56 PM EDT
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Texas Rangers at Baltimore Orioles, Apr 24, 2009 7:05 PM EDT
Game time is 7:05.
KOJI! KOJI! KOJI!
The last time the O's and Rangers met, the Rangers won 19-6. Since then Texas has gone 2-4, losing two of three to both Kansas City and Toronto. They aren't very good. Same ol', same ol'.
The Orioles faced Padilla last Tuesday, and chased him out after 3 1/3 IP, rapping out 11 hits and charging him with seven earned. Every game he's been in this season has been high-scoring (8-5, 9-10, 6-5).
Brian Roberts absolutely murders Padilla: 10-for-15 with four walks lifetime, which makes out to a line of .667/.737/1.000. That is absurd. Nick Markakis also gets on him pretty damn hard (8-for-12, HR, 7 RBI, .667/.714/1.167, which means Nicky has the higher OPS).
Koji was Padilla's counterpart 11 days ago, and it was his worst start in his young MLB career. He went five and allowed seven earned, but that was good enough in the end. Kind of -- I mean, it's really not good enough even if you give him 20 runs to work with, but he got the W. That's what I'm saying. He didn't really deserve a W, but then this is why Ws mean S.
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It certainly looks that way...
Maybe it was from Opening Day and since he wasn’t pitching he just wore sneakers? I’m just guessing. Either way, a great pic.
PS, I’m new. Hi all!
by kramertoneman on Apr 24, 2009 5:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Why, hello there!
Most of us are friendly.
Most.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Lineups
For the Orioles:
Brian Roberts – 2B
Adam Jones – CF
Nick Markakis – RF
Aubrey Huff – 1B
Ty Wigginton – 3B
Luke Scott – DH
Gregg Zaun – C
Felix Pie – LF
Cesar Izturis – SS
Koji Uehara – P
For the Rangers:
Kinsler – 2B
Young – 3B
Hamilton – CF
Blalock – DH
Byrd – LF
Cruz – RF
Davis – 1B
Saltalamacchia – C
Andrus – SS
Padilla – P
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
that is probably
my favorite llineup at the moment
Always an adventure.
I’m too lazy to look up Arlington vs. Camden, but I’m pretty sure Texas isn’t quite as potent in our house as they are in their own.
From the Land of Pleasant Living...
OPaCY has played as slightly more of a hitter’s park in recent years than Arlington.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 4:19 PM EDT up reply actions
It looks like Dave doesn't even have a neck.
"Your wife told you to play in New York.
Well, my wife told me you look like a dork." Boo Teixeira guys.
I know he's on the DL for the other team, but....
Anna Benson is here to join her husband, Kris, who is on the Rangers’ disabled list.
So what are they doing at Camden Yards?
Fulfilling a commitment that he made when he was traded to the Orioles in 2006, Benson and his wife are teaming with the Orioles Charitable Foundation to donate $250,000 to local charities and the Baltimore City Police Department in two pre-game ceremonies this weekend.
Before tonight’s game, the Bensons and the foundation will present a $125,000 joint donation to be divided among the following Baltimore charity groups: The Run to Remember Fund, benefiting the Baltimore City Fire and Police Departments; The Nephcure Foundation; the Johns Hopkins Bipolar Center at Bayview; St. Vincents Center; Shannon’s Fund at the University of Maryland Medical Center; and the Casey Cares Foundation.
Also, the Bensons will donate $125,000 to the Baltimore City Police Department on Sunday in another on-field ceremony. Baltimore Police Commissioner Fred Bealefeld will accept the donation, which will be used to assist in the purchase of bulletproof vests and other items to support the department.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
very very cool of both of them
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 6:45 PM EDT up reply actions
in fact it's so cool I'll allow Anna photos
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 6:45 PM EDT up reply actions
SWEEEEETTTTT!!!!!
"Daddy, is Hevan like BIRDLAND?"
"No son, Hevan is BIRDLAND."
by BENNY BIRDMAN on Apr 24, 2009 6:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Considering this is a promise
they could have very easily given up on and no one would have known, I think it’s very cool they’d drop a 1/4 of a million to a city where neither lives or works currently. Just because they had promised to 3 years ago. That’s a level of commitment that’s becoming rare in our society.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
what's not "classy" about this
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 6:54 PM EDT up reply actions
hey...
do we have a series against the jays soon? they just called up brian burres to fill in for ricky romero. mild downgrade, no?
"If they pitch to you, make them pay."
--Diamond Dave to the Phenom
oh yeah, sort of like going on date with Michelle Monaghan but getting Anna Benson instead.
"Your wife told you to play in New York.
Well, my wife told me you look like a dork." Boo Teixeira guys.
@ TOR, May 1-3
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:01 PM EDT up reply actions
Gary: “These two teams combined for 33 runs in that three-game series, the most this year in a three-game series in baseball.”
Baseball has SUCKED this year.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
33 runs!!!!!!!
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Combined, the Orioles and Rangers scored 33 runs in Arlington. If you have a problem with this, take it up with Gary Thorne.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:04 PM EDT up reply actions
Buck: "Everybody in this lineup can hit. Both teams."
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
Anyone see the poem they did at the beginning of the game?
It looks like they caught Huff right after sniffing some glue.
That is a priceless face
The context doesn’t even matter.
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 7:11 PM EDT up reply actions
I look at it and he's going "OOOH!!!" at me
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:12 PM EDT up reply actions
My new favorite Aubrey quote
From Baseball Prospectus interview on Monday in Bostonn:
Aubrey Huff on if he could imagine himself running a marathon: "No, not at all. Honestly, I get tired driving 26 miles. I couldn’t imagine running it."
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
*wanders in at work*
Mondays suck
Go O’s
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
BTW it’s Friday you lunatic ;)
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:13 PM EDT up reply actions
i'm off
on the days the insane people call wednesday and thursday, so yes, its monday :)
or maybe i’m insane shrugs
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
I figured it was something like that. My fiancee’s days off used to be Tuesday/Wednesday, so her Monday was Thursday.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:16 PM EDT up reply actions
would someone tell these @#$@#$% people to stop calling in
its friday night, go have fun, stop bugging me _
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
How do you say
1,2,3 in Japanese?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
how do you say
My hump, my hump, my hump, my hump,
My hump, my hump, my hump, my hump, my hump, my hump.
My lovely lady lumps (lumps)
My lovely lady lumps (lumps)
My lovely lady lumps (lumps)
In the back and in the front (lumps)
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:17 PM EDT up reply actions
babelfish says:
yのこぶ、私のこぶ、私のこぶ、私のこぶ、私のこぶ、私のこぶ、私のこぶ、私のこぶ、私のこぶ、私のこぶ。私の美しい女性はひとまとめにする(固まり) 私の美しい女性はひとまとめにする(固まり) 私の美しい女性はひとまとめにする(固まり) の背部と前部(固まり)
SPENDIN ALL YOUR MONEY ON ME
AND SPENDIN TIME ON ME
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Alanis Morrisette did that, right?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
she’s not funny! it’s a great song!
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:21 PM EDT up reply actions
I thought it was hilarious, myself.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
well I'm joking, I actually thought it was pretty good
Mostly because she didn’t seem all righteous about it. I mean this is the broad that wrote “Ironic,” which is probably stupider than “My Humps.”
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:24 PM EDT up reply actions
I think she's finally developed a sense of humor
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
that's good
Maybe Avril Lavigne can get one sometime next decade. I saw this interview with her where the guy was trying to be fun and stuff, and he wasn’t insulting at all, she just did not get humor. It was hilarious to watch her wonder if she should be offended or not.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:27 PM EDT up reply actions
She definitely strikes me
as a person who takes herself and her actual level of talent WAAAAAAAY to seriously.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
is this all relating back to brad bergesen somehow?
"If they pitch to you, make them pay."
--Diamond Dave to the Phenom
by j.q. higgins on Apr 24, 2009 7:23 PM EDT up reply actions
It’s 81 degrees out here and I can watch the game for the first time in a few days, I’m a little hyped up.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:24 PM EDT up reply actions
American Classics...
Baseball games, apple pies, lemonade on my grandma’s porch, puppy dugs, and freakin’ lottery tickets.
God, I’m tired of those commericals already
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good one...
seriously.
"If they pitch to you, make them pay."
--Diamond Dave to the Phenom
by j.q. higgins on Apr 24, 2009 7:27 PM EDT up reply actions
♥ KOJI
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
Is Aubrey "manhorse" Huff now blonde?
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
probably?
"If they pitch to you, make them pay."
--Diamond Dave to the Phenom
by j.q. higgins on Apr 24, 2009 7:27 PM EDT up reply actions
An American Classic:
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:28 PM EDT up reply actions
Padilla is a battle ax for Texas.
This guy has been with them for years. Gets pounded a lot but eats up innings for them
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
An update on Melvin Mora, the starting 3rd baseman on Gary Thorne's All DL team
over Alex Rodriguez
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Luuuuuuuke
gets buzzed a lot
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
Let's see if Koji has learned to protect our guys
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
wow
Texas is no longer counting pitches throughout the entire system. Buck loves it and tries clumsily to compare it to boxing. Oh man is it any wonder he’s in the commentary booth now?
But it’s not that terrible of an idea so long as you don’t expect everyone to have the freakish arm Nolan Ryan does, which sadly I expect is exactly what will happen.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
RE: pitch counts. I believe this is Nolan's doings.
And it’s a crazy idea.
"Your wife told you to play in New York.
Well, my wife told me you look like a dork." Boo Teixeira guys.
Buck is to insightful baseball commentary is what Nickelback is to music
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He has one good insight
and just keeps changing keys and tempo with it with new lyrics?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
I agreed with it. I wonder if this will build arm strenght and confidence.
We will see the guys like Marichel, Gibson, Perry, Seaver, etc. Guys that finish what they start.
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
No we won’t. I’ll bet you cash money.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:40 PM EDT up reply actions
this seems like a terrible idea
I understand that perhaps people put too much emphasis on pitch counts these days, but why rid yourself of additional information that might help your decision making? Even if you dont follow them strictly, i’d rather know than not.
BECAUSE NOLAN RYAN DIDN'T DO IT CONFLABBIT
Ryan seems like one of those ex-athletes that doesn’t get why most guys can’t do what he could.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Ted Williams had that problem, too
Check his record as Senators’ manager
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
yep
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:44 PM EDT up reply actions
it's a hell of a book
Williams was a fascinating dude.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:45 PM EDT up reply actions
What's it called?
Always looking for reading material for the summer.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
That makes it easy to find on Amazon
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
haha
I was gonna do the same thing. Those are two of my favorite baseball books.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Ha! Cobb is the best baseball biography I've read
mainly because Cobb was such as asshole
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One of his last quotes was, “I wish I’d had more friends.” I think Cobb regretted the way he was. He was also a product of his time and his youth environment.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:52 PM EDT up reply actions
fascinating dude, though...
anyone have a take on the recent clemente and dimaggion bios?
"If they pitch to you, make them pay."
--Diamond Dave to the Phenom
by j.q. higgins on Apr 24, 2009 7:52 PM EDT up reply actions
I have the Clemente but haven't read it.
I’ve read the Dimaggio and it’s ok….but I didn’t care for it as much as I’d thought. I’d suggest Montville’s Babe Ruth bio
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My recommend
is “Ballpark” by Peter Richmond.
Story of how Camden Yards got built. Did you know the O’s owner in 1969 actually proposed a domed stadium for Baltimore? Author has a copy of the drawing made on a napkin by Jerry H. (I can never spell his name right). Lots of intrigue over the design, the fight over whether to keep the Warehouse (decision was made VERY late in the process) and why the seats along the left field line face center field instead of home.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
I've seen it before when I've been buying books online
but didn’t know how it was. I’ll hafta pick it up once I finish with my current backlog
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I thought it would be a bit boring
being the history of a baseball stadium getting built.
But there was a LOT of behind-the-scenes drama getting this thing built. I forgot how much teh Colts moving had an impact on getting this thing done, and that’s not even touching on teh whole Janet Marie Smith drama. Seems a lot of people didn’t like a woman in charge of the project, and she didn’t make any friends when she didn’t correct the media when they said she was the architect of the project. She wasn’t.
Lots of people were interviewed for this, including the guys who installed the lights the days before it opened. And every one of them has a fascinating story to tell. Even the brick guys.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Salty with a cheap double
Hold ‘im there, Koji. Let’s see some more Ks!
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 7:38 PM EDT reply actions
salt and ham munchies.
"If they pitch to you, make them pay."
--Diamond Dave to the Phenom
by j.q. higgins on Apr 24, 2009 7:40 PM EDT up reply actions
shomeone's goin back to da minarz
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions
I don't like the look on Kinsler's face.
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
I don’t like anything about Kinsler. I’m about sick of that guy.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions
Nostradamus says... 2-0 CAPS end of 1st period
Matt Bradley has 2 goals.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
ZAUN tries to bunt for a basehit?
Really? Really?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
ZAUN just tried to bunt for a base hit
Well, why the hell not?
But it still didn’t work.
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 7:45 PM EDT reply actions
Gary: "BUNTING FOR A BASE HIT. HOW BOUT THAT?
…and not quite."
Woo yeah, he bunted. Woo. He’s hitting a little over .100. Woo. Yeah.
F Gregg Zaun.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
I hoped ZAUN rented, and didn't buy
whenever he moved back to Baltimore this winter.
’Cause Chad Moeller may not be the one getting cut when The Deity moves up.
/ You know – “Sonner or later God’s gonna cut you down…”
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Early Minor League Check-in
AAA
Tillman 2 IP, 3 K, 0 BB, 0 H, 0 ER
Reimold 1-1 Dinger
Wieters 0-1
AA
Erbe 2 IP, 3 K, 0 BB, 3 H, 0 ER
A+
Rich Hill 3 IP, 3K, 0 BB, 1 H, 1 ER
goooo Erbe
I’m already pretty sure about Tillman and Arrieta and Matusz. My big rooting is for Erbe now.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Erbe and Hernandez have been nails so far
If those guys make the leap, we are in good shape.
yeah...
not liking the shift in opinion that has him being a bullpen guy.
i’,big on drake and zagone, too, fwiw.
"If they pitch to you, make them pay."
--Diamond Dave to the Phenom
by j.q. higgins on Apr 24, 2009 7:50 PM EDT up reply actions
I don't think that's the consenus on Erbe at all
Goldstein from earlier this week:
The Erik Bedard trade netted Chris Tillman, while the last two drafts brought Jake Arietta and Brain Matusz into the system. That trio gets all of the attention, but Erbe was the best arm in the organization before all of that happened. He’s had his fair share of control issues since, but he’s still an outstanding arm, and that was on display Friday night, when he limited Akron to just one hit over six innings while striking out six in his second career Double-A start. While it seems as if he’s been here for a while, he’s actually just 21 years old, but he’s already delivering 92-94 mph heat, touching 96 and showing a much improved changeup to go with his average breaking ball. He’s just a small step below the big three, and there is still a solid chance that he ends up with a career as good as any of them.
oh...
i don’t think it’s consensus, but this offseason was the first time i’d heard that wrt erbe and hernandez and it bummed me out.
"If they pitch to you, make them pay."
--Diamond Dave to the Phenom
by j.q. higgins on Apr 24, 2009 7:57 PM EDT up reply actions
I’d heard it about Hernandez. He’s got two good pitches (fastball/slider) and I guess he was working on a change.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:58 PM EDT up reply actions
I've heard it about both
But both have good stuff and I think they are candidates to surprise on the ‘high’ side. Which i’m sure we will need because history says that all three of the big three are likely to fall short of their ceiling.
I saw a stat today that showed Hernandez leads all AAA pitchers in swinging strike %. Rich Harden and Johan Santana lead the majors in that stat.
Alright!!! Keep us posted
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
Will do
I’m addicted to the minor league box scores.
I hope one day to be cured of that addiction by a good major league team.
Wow. Me too.
I even keep tabs on the attendance figures at the other Eastern and International League ballparks.
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
no walks for hill, sweet.
"Your wife told you to play in New York.
Well, my wife told me you look like a dork." Boo Teixeira guys.
he's done for the night with that line
I guess he hit his pitch count.
Very encouraging start.
Ambers interview with Pie yesterday was a classic.
He does look more focused and is getting on base. I want him to run
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
he's a rotten base stealer
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:51 PM EDT up reply actions
see?
Not that Izturis standing there helped.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:52 PM EDT up reply actions
+1 for being right
-1 for being right
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
It was supposed to be a hit and run and Izturis stood there on strike three. He’s also a bad base stealer. Always has been.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:54 PM EDT up reply actions
They’d tried it the previous two (three?) pitches fouled off by Izturis. Total bonerage all the way around in any case.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, he just seemed to get a pretty decent jump
on a big lead and he’s a fast dude. It was a little surprising to me that he was that dead even with a less than perfect throw.
Pie is still a work in progress.
I like the platoon in left with Sweet Swinging Lou for a while until someone wins the job
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
I hope they keep the seat warm for Nolan Reimold.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 7:55 PM EDT up reply actions
big yep.
"If they pitch to you, make them pay."
--Diamond Dave to the Phenom
by j.q. higgins on Apr 24, 2009 7:58 PM EDT up reply actions
Reimold is special
I am suprised they had doubts about him due to injuries early in his minor league career. There are no doubts now. I wonder if he could play first base and Brandon Snyder could play 3rd?
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
Brandon Snyder has a horrible glove. He’s a DH. He’s also…erm, way off from hitting like a major leaguer. Reimold having questions because he got hurt all the time was very reasonable. But staying healthy is a skill. You start doing it, you’re likely to do it again.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:03 PM EDT up reply actions
Do you think now you can stop bitching about him having a big lead with the 3-2 count?
Obviously it wasn’t big enough.
“They’re almost as bad as Yankee fans. So a mini-sweep of the Red Sox? That’s a defining moment.”
These commercials might not be such a great idea. We’re counting two-game “sweeps” of the Red Sox as defining moments. Hey guess what, they went to the playoffs, we went 32-93 in games we didn’t come from behind to win, as the other guy loves so much. 36 COME FROM BEHIND WINS!!!!
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
"Use two hands, Adam. Nope."
Classic.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
OK, but seriously, we're up against Vicente Padilla
Let’s start scoring some fucking runs here.
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 7:59 PM EDT reply actions
totally...
unless this is some sort of cosmic payback for adam eaton.
"If they pitch to you, make them pay."
--Diamond Dave to the Phenom
by j.q. higgins on Apr 24, 2009 8:00 PM EDT up reply actions
I'd hope the franchise wouldn't have sold its soul for one mere good start from Eaton
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LOL. Interesting
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"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:02 PM EDT up reply actions
great
Talking about Michael Young, as Buck theorizes he’s playing too deep because he’s getting used to playing third base (as if he’s 15 years old), and Young punches himself in the cup two times.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
Uh, Nick?
What the hell was THAT swing?>
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
dunno, i liked the most recent one though :)
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Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
off topic...
just want to mention that i’m listening to signals, calls and marches by mission of burma. awesome. academy fight song is fucking great song.
okay. as you were.
"If they pitch to you, make them pay."
--Diamond Dave to the Phenom
I'[m listening to Buck Martinez
and I’d rather be listening to that. And I’ve never heard them before.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
you might like them...
though they might be a little esoteric for your tastes.
"If they pitch to you, make them pay."
--Diamond Dave to the Phenom
by j.q. higgins on Apr 24, 2009 8:05 PM EDT up reply actions
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh.My.God. Is he good or what?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
I don’t care for him. But he beats Bumblefoot.
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by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:08 PM EDT up reply actions
makes it what?
That album is horrible.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions
how?
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions
I imagine that it's a different band.
There will never be another hard rock album as good as Appetite. CD has a lot of different sounds and moods and it really appeals to me. It’s not a perfect record, but its better than just about any other mainstream hard rock record from 2008.
Hey man, its just my opinion.
Yeah and I wish to challenge it! It’s a terrible album. Axl is a bum.
All in good fun. I actually thought Buckcherry’s ’08 album was better than the GNR album.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions
The best way it was described to me...
was by a guy I know who is a DJ for a modern rock station here in York. He said that generally, people who are old enough to have experienced GnR when Appetite was actually released cannot appreciate CD as a separate entity. It’s too good to judge anything else against it objectively.
There are parts on CD that make me fucking CRINGE. Street of Dreams is unlistenable to me because it sounds unfinished: there’s a whole chorus of “la-la-la”s. What the fuck? Fourteen years and you couldn’t write another verse? Sorry is probably my favorite song, but there’s one line of the song where Axl sings “but I don’t want to do it,” and for some reason he uses some kind of Transylvanian accent or some shit.
That said, Madagascar is no Civil War, but its trademark over-the-top Axl Rose. Sorry grows and grows and grows and ends very powerfully and fucking CRUSHES. Better has some weird vocals, but the music is intense and I really, really like it.
AAAAAAAAAND i’m going to cut this post short because Roberts his a fucking DONG.
Haven't heard any of his Chinese Dem stuff
Downloaded a solo show off Internet Archives.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Betcha can't hit the warehouse, Aubrey
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
that's an awesome pic.
"Your wife told you to play in New York.
Well, my wife told me you look like a dork." Boo Teixeira guys.
HUFF RULES
HUFF RULES
HUFF RULES
BEST BASERUNNER EVER
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
Aubrey Huff, taking 3rd base
I like players that pay attention.
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yeah!
O’s take the lead. Sorry I’m late!
by BaltimoreSportsReport on Apr 24, 2009 8:06 PM EDT reply actions
Huff Daddy gets into one!
I love hearing 3DG say “all the way to the wall!”
Well, as long as the Orioles are batting.
That was closer at the plate than I thought, but way to go Aubrey moving up to 3rd.
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by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 8:06 PM EDT reply actions
Wigginton is about to smoke one
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
see
I stayed vague enough to be right.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Malboro or Camel?
Because his fat ass is going back to the dugout
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Basic Ultra Light
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions
He hit that one more like a Virginia Slim.
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions
haha...
you’re making him cry!
"If they pitch to you, make them pay."
--Diamond Dave to the Phenom
by j.q. higgins on Apr 24, 2009 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions
Ty, that's not your job.
Do your JOB, Ty!
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Have no fear
Luke Scott is here.
by BaltimoreSportsReport on Apr 24, 2009 8:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Wiggy is becoming a weak spot
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
Yeah he isn’t hitting real well early.
by BaltimoreSportsReport on Apr 24, 2009 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions
now would be a good time for payback luke
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W00T
NICE BALK, VICENTE
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Second time today
a balk has scored a run. PHN got a freebie today, too.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
I didn’t know balks could be called on teams who play against us. It seems like it’s always us doing the balking.
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by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 8:10 PM EDT reply actions
Remember when Steve Kline kept balking and he was gonna put the ump in the cobra clutch?
I kinda miss Steve Kline.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
I have wiped my memory
of him every wearing this uniform
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
He was so not as bad as people remember.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Women say that about childbirth, too.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
bob davidson?
balkin bob davidson?
"If they pitch to you, make them pay."
--Diamond Dave to the Phenom
by j.q. higgins on Apr 24, 2009 8:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Ruling Please. Does Luke get an RBI?
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
no
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:11 PM EDT up reply actions
wow
Nice half-swing single, Luuuuuke
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
Go Caps. This game is ours.
Only thing I want to see now is someone kick Avery’s ass
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
The Caps offense finally showed up
I’d still rather the Rangers win. If my Hurricanes make it past the Devils I’d rather Boston play the Rangers than us.
Luke has found his role with this team. He is our DH and could be the best in the AL
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
“Luke has found his role with this team. He is our DH and could be the best in the AL”
I dunno about that
by BaltimoreSportsReport on Apr 24, 2009 8:13 PM EDT up reply actions
Hey, Luke's better than David Ortiz....
at this point of the season anyway
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yeah there aren't many that are that good
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions
He's not terrible at it so far
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Santana
Has 8 strikeouts in 4 innings against the Nats
by BaltimoreSportsReport on Apr 24, 2009 8:14 PM EDT reply actions
Too bad MLB does't have relegation
Because teh Nats would be AAA next year if they did.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
yeah, but...
the o’s would have been second division for years. my favorite english football team dropped for a couple years and it SUCKED!
"If they pitch to you, make them pay."
--Diamond Dave to the Phenom
by j.q. higgins on Apr 24, 2009 8:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Say something, Vincent
I DARE YA!
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Please take it easy on Padilla.
We want him to last a few more innings so we can score slowly on him until it is 7-0
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
Pie Sucks
He’s driving me crazy with how bad he sucks.
by BaltimoreSportsReport on Apr 24, 2009 8:16 PM EDT reply actions
they're hitting
22/135 or .162 .. i’m too lazy to look up BB #’s for obp
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
hahahahah
so true. none of them are patient
by BaltimoreSportsReport on Apr 24, 2009 8:18 PM EDT up reply actions
How the hell are you people still Orioles fans?
If you have no patience?
Well, in BSB's defense
Pie does suck.
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Maybe he does, maybe he doesn't
Jury is still out.
Nah, he sucks.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:23 PM EDT up reply actions
Nostradamus says...Caps score 3 goals on 10 shots?
Are you kidding me?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Also...
Sean Avery – healthy scratch.
DAAAAAAAMMMMMMMMNNNN…
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
What? No Avery? Damn!
The rangers are lost without that jerk!
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
He took some awful penalties in the 3rd period of Game 4
You could tell Torch would have murdered him right there on the ice if he could have.
Yes he did.
He did everything he could to hand that game to the Caps.
OK, back to the O’s game.
JapersRink.com is the SBN site for the Caps, and it’s awesome.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Avery got a match penalty in game 3 against the Caps Goalie
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
hah
after his start yesterday he can do whatever he wants
by BaltimoreSportsReport on Apr 24, 2009 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Adam Eaton is a World Series Champion..
he does not have to wear silly Friday night caps
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If Adam Eaton thinks he gets to “take a stand” on hats, then he can shove off.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:24 PM EDT up reply actions
You know what would be a nice Friday night alternate?
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
he's lost that already if you ask me
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:48 PM EDT up reply actions
that first pitch was a strike
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
Nick's arm...
saving bases on reputation alone.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
him throwing out dye
the other night didn’t hurt :)
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
But there's been at least 2 other situations
this week where teams didn’t run when last year, they would have tried.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Markakis
holding him to a single.
by BaltimoreSportsReport on Apr 24, 2009 8:22 PM EDT reply actions
I see I missed some fun
but I did not miss the Pie Suck.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
SaltyMunchie has Koji solved tonight
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
So are you actually getting this game in NC
or doing MLB.tv?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
I'm happy with the result and all, but I hate when the home plate umpire makes that call.
He has no clue whether he swung or not.
alot of the time
the home ump can make that call fine, its not that hard
by NickMarkaces on Apr 24, 2009 8:29 PM EDT up reply actions
OK, don't google it...
but who knows who sang that GEICO song? And yes, Michael Jackson did the background vocals.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Rockwell, duh
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:27 PM EDT up reply actions
I knew you'd know
I was wondering if the other, non-musical savant types knew.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
I honestly thought that was pretty common knowledge. That’s been on like every Hits of the 80s infomercial compilation. ROCKWELL “SOMEBODY’S WATCHING ME”
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:28 PM EDT up reply actions
i just looked this up yesterday
…but now i forget…
by BaltimoreSportsReport on Apr 24, 2009 8:27 PM EDT up reply actions
Padilla is past pissing me off with these high and tight pitches
Koji needs to drill someone in the back. FAITO!
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 8:27 PM EDT reply actions
GA DOOOONG
ROBERTS PWNZ U PA-DILLA
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
Just when I tuned to teh Caps game for a minute....
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Home runs are also an acceptable response
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 8:27 PM EDT reply actions
see ya later, Pa-Dilla
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
aw I thought they'd get rid of him
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:29 PM EDT up reply actions
once again
the top of our lineup is crushing.
by BaltimoreSportsReport on Apr 24, 2009 8:29 PM EDT up reply actions
speaking of Michael Jackson
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
song playing at OPaCY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_hz2am90Hk
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:29 PM EDT up reply actions
OK, NOW we can rush the mound, right?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:31 PM EDT up reply actions
and the line fom commando..
“My men are not expendable.. and I don’t do zis kind of werk”
or was it predator…
Can someone punch this impossibly ugly dork? I don’t want him to get badly hurt or anything, I just want someone to jack him in his nose.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
I can't find a screen cap
But I always thought he looks like the first alien in MIB – the one who’s head comes off?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
ahaha YES
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:32 PM EDT up reply actions
awesome
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:32 PM EDT up reply actions
I get that they’re retaliating for Andruw Jones, and I’m fine with that, but this punk has been chucking inside and way too often high the entire game. Either hit someone or don’t, you pud.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:32 PM EDT up reply actions
I kinda hope we open up a big lead and they bring in Albers to plunk someone in the ass again.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:33 PM EDT up reply actions
I dunno. It’s certainly questionable given the circumstances and who knows what players are thinking?
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:35 PM EDT up reply actions
I’m not sure he takes showers.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:33 PM EDT up reply actions
Win a Ravens hat
Hey fellas, just fyi we’re giving away a free Ravens hat on BaltimoreSportsReport.com. All you have to do is guess the Ravens first round draft pick.
by BaltimoreSportsReport on Apr 24, 2009 8:33 PM EDT reply actions
Offensive Tackle. Not sure who yet. I will give it shot tomorrow
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this situation looks familiar
:)
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
no
Jimmy Smits is an attractive man. Even inflated we would not be that busted.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:38 PM EDT up reply actions
hey Ty
Take this chump to the house.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
Kinsler is a freaking Dork. Love it.
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
Web-Gem!
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
ruled a base hit? fine, OK, but weird
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
STOP HACKING, TY
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
Wiggy? Whats wrong? Take some pitches.
shit
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
i really dislike how
Gary Thorne always says “first ball hitting”
its “first ball swinging”
if only Lou Montanez was playing tonight...he'd get a 5 RBI Grand Slan
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I hope Sweet Swinging Lou Montanez gets an opportunity tonight to play a few innings.
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
bases juiced....
and nothing.
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
We still love you, LUUUUUUUUUUUUUUKE
But that wasn’t the time to hack at the first pitch.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
ugh
We had a real chance to blow this open. The Rangers can fucking hit. You have to score runs there.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
Well that was frustrating.
Looks like it’s time for a beer.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
good call
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:39 PM EDT up reply actions
oh man
I have my beer in the crisper in stacks, and I thought I only had two rows of cans left, BUT I HAVE THREE. Happy surprise.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Tillman
5 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 1 BB, 5K so far. Particularly happy about only 1 BB.
by Joltin Joe Orsulak on Apr 24, 2009 8:38 PM EDT reply actions
From the same box score...
Reimold with a 2-run HR. Help is on the way, eventually.
by Joltin Joe Orsulak on Apr 24, 2009 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions
No patience at the plate by two Vets.
How can we teach youngsters like Sweet Lou and Pie if we have Wiggy swinging at everything.
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
You can’t really teach patience very effectively. Pie and Montanez are hackers and always will be. The difference is whether you can hack effectively like Tejada used to.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Was Tejada the guy that came up with the
“You can’t walk off the island. You have to hit your way off?”
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
That’s been a phrase popular in the Dominican forever. But I remember it was associated with Tejada in Moneyball.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:43 PM EDT up reply actions
"Come on, Ty, you're an ace. Everybody knows it."
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Koji can really paint the outside corner with the FB.
Beautiful first pitch. Followed by a beautiful 2nd pitch slider.
and back to pitch one and...
siddown
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
He’s got more heat than I imagined he would.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions
man
Koji is DEALIN
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
78 through 6
lookin good
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
DAAAAAAMMMMMMMNNNNN
That’s a relatively decent pitch count for 6.
13 pitches an innings? I’ll take it!
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Amber says....
Rich Hill did pretty well in his rehab start tonight
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
hey Gregg
Hit the fucking ball hard somewhere.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
Not anymore
You have to actually hit your weight to get all caps.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
ha!
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:47 PM EDT up reply actions
He’s hitting like half his weight. His name is Greggory.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:47 PM EDT up reply actions
And hits a weak single to left...
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
released by Cubs after Spring Training...
but I’m sure he’ll be back
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I thought he was talking about Brook Fordyce
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Buck: "When Nolan Ryan talks about pitching you have a tendency to listen."
Jesus Christ with Nolan Ryan already.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
bit high...
but in the legal def of the K zone
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
Whoa, I guess Koji is The New Adam Eaton, huh?!?
Meanwhile, the Sawx ‘n’ Yerks are flailing away ineffectually at each other, 2-1 Yerks bottom 5. It looks great on HD home theater TV ; but even greater is the certain knowledge that one of these teams has to lose.
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
BUCK
STOP TALKING ABOUT BOXING
THIS DOESN’T MAKE SENSE
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
Koji should have one more inning and then bring in Albers
So he can hit someone and we can enjoy a baseball brawl tonight
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
Are you insane????????
I’ll take Chris Ray, JJ, then Mr. Excitement Jimmy Spencer, uh, George Sherrill, please.
My NASCAR people got that one.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
hahaha
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Come to think of it...
George does look like his long-lost son…
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
If we hit someone tonight there will probably be a brawl tomorrow
Because they’re going to retaliate some more tomorrow.
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 8:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Gary and Buck both look fucking sloshed.
I love our play-by-play and color guys. All of them. Fucking lushes.
I hope Rick Dempsey gets to a call a game or two this season
I enjoy those trainwrecks
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As long as there isn't an Orioles Wives fundraiser that night....
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
If it were your job to watch and talk about baseball games for a living
you’d be pretty tempted to show up drunk, too. I mean, it’s not like operating heavy machinery.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
I freelanced as a sportswriter for a few newspapers in central PA.
You don’t have to tell me about being tempted to drink on the job.
Koji in for the 7th.
MAn, did we need last night and tonight for our pen or what?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
ugh
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
Fuck
Would’ve been nice to get that strike 3 called
Geez, did he have his 9 iron out or what?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
The following players see Mr. Crowley
Wigginton
Pie
Zaun
Isutriz
Freel
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
Or other than Izturis see the bench.
by O'sFan21 on Apr 24, 2009 8:53 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
I'll put up with Izzy as a 2009 Mark Belanger
but yeah, the rest can sit the pine.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
MEESTAH CROWLEY
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:53 PM EDT up reply actions
coincidentally I just put on some Black Sabbath before I did that
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Of course you did.
Heard “Electric Funeral” on XM today. Some of their non-radio stuff was, well, interesting.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
That’s a kickass song. I put on “N.I.B.” just scanning my iTunes and stopping when I go, “Ooh, that one right now…”
Before that was “Movin’ Out (Anthony’s Song)” by Billy Joel.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:55 PM EDT up reply actions
N.I.B. rules!
My other non-played-to-death favorite is The Wizard. Love that harmonica solo.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
right?!
That’s another kickass song.
Man Ozzy was good before…well, before he became mushmouth.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 8:58 PM EDT up reply actions
Before giving up on MLB.com for tonight-- it is frickin' HOPELESSLY choppy-- I heard Buck say of our balk run:
“That third run is important insurance.”
INSURANCE?!? Buck, have a luck at our pen, buddy. I believe run 15 is defined there as “insurance”.
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
Either Canada just declared war on Maine
Or there are inexplicable fireworks going on here right now.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
koji's command has...slipped a bit this inning
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
Adam Jones, son! just glides, doesn't he?
I’m still amazed at how shallow he can play and still get to stuff.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
JAMIE MOTHER FUCKIN WALKER
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
KOJI
KOJI
KOJI
KOJI
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
I'll take 6.2 and 2 ER any day of the week
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 8:57 PM EDT up reply actions
LHer coming up, right?
Jamie gets this out, JJ (or Ray) in 8th, Georgie in the 9th.
because we have roles for our bullpen now, and they must be followed!
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Yeah but I'd just assume skip the whole "Jamie" part of that equation...
And the Georgie part now that you mention it…
Jamie rules
You try to slam Jamie Walker before he pitches his way into deserving it and we’ll go out to the parking lot. IN PUBLIC
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 9:00 PM EDT up reply actions
Lemme tell you sumthin' 'bout SC
Jamie Walker, boy! is HIS BOY.
Don’t diss Jamie before it’s time. And SC will tell you when.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
yeah
it’s usually when I start taking a crap on him.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 9:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Bullpen is rested
He had a good outing and was missing his spots this inning. Why fuck around?
KOJI TREMBLEY FIST BUMP
I want an animated gif of that for rainy days.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
Dr. Jones and Nicky have Gold Glove written all over them as long as politics don't play a part
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
as long as politics don't play a part?
this is a baseball award, dude. OF COURSE politics play a part.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Jamie Walker, our lefty NOOGY.
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 8:59 PM EDT reply actions
So Jamie Walker's role is now exclusively to come in for one guy
And on the rare occasion, he can do that!
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
oh god, ray.
First time I’ve seen him pitch this year, actually.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
This is why all of those guys left on base earlier would come back to haunt us
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
The good news about MLB.com is that the audio actually works. So your laptop is a sort of OK radio.
The bad news, of course: Ferd Manfredi remains at large.
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
Seriously, guys, you can get that 3rd out now.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Not anymore...
HIm and Mike Golic are NurtiSystem buddies now….
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
ahahaha
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 9:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Saltymunchie
Bad omen. seeing eye hits.
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
Did 3DG just say this has been an extremely well pitched game on both sides???
Fucking Padilla was horrible!
he didn't pitch well
but 789 can’t hit so we only scored 4.
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
So. I'm going to the SFF and O's game tomorrow.
I have a Raven’s Jersey, O’s Jersey and O’s hat… what should I wear?
Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."
Nostradamus says.....
Caps fan dumped a beer on Torts.
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Worked the other night, why not?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
And VarLAmov leads the NHL in GAA in the playoffs.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
What???????OMG!!!!!!
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
Nice play
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
That was a tough, tough throw.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
So was that
On Nick’s knee.
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
and..
outch
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
And Padilla finally managed to hit someone
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
You do NOT hit Nick Markakis
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 9:09 PM EDT reply actions
there we go.
He drilled Markakis.
In the immortal words of Al Bundy: “Let’s rock.”
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
Yeah, he had no gas
Probably why he threw so many of those really slow curves.
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 9:10 PM EDT up reply actions
"Have another donut, you fat pig! Have another donut!"
I mean, it is still hockey season. Gotta go with the classics.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=asOmo8a4hrE
Just in case anyone needs a refresher…
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Jamie Walker will be waiting for someone in the parking lot tonight
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Another more Hispanic Sid. Is there no end to them?
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
Time for Josh Hamilton to eat some dirt.
Or at least Michael Young. That’s the fourth fucking “inside pitch” Padilla’s thrown at our guys. Time to show them a response. Get Sarfate up.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Apr 24, 2009 9:11 PM EDT reply actions
I can’t advocate throwing at anyone’s head, ever. Not how you do it. I say hit Hamilton right in the balls.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions
thats where it looks like VFP was aiming on gamdeday
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
totally agree
throw at the balls, ass, back, whatever. not at the head/neck. no fun.
but hitting Nick after a night of throwing at guys, that HAS to be answered TONIGHT.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Apr 24, 2009 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions
i'm all for retaliation
but not for headhunting
or in the immortal words of Luke scott :)
don’t throw at my fucking head
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
BRO
You forgot “bro”
It was, “Don’t throw at my fucking head, bro!”
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
haha
i don’t really like the word “bro” anymore than i like the word “son” unless it comes from the 1 and 2 people who can claim that relationship :) so i blocked that one from my memory
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
hitting franchise jesus on the knee.
Oh HELLLLLL no. It is ON, motherfuckers.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
The hit Nick Markakis in retaliation for hitting Andruw jones?
One of these things is not like the other.
uh oh, Gary's singing Harry Belafonte
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
Hwhiggingggton SO owes us...
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
a haiku for the moment:
Nicky Markakis,
Franchise Jesus, plunk’d on knee.
Shit is on now, son.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
yes
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 9:17 PM EDT up reply actions
it doesn't include a reference to a season
but the syllable structure is OK
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
Not sure what is going on
But if word got around O’s pitchers don’t protect their hitters this could be a long season. It don’t have to be tonight but they better damn well hit some Texas guys this weekend or else. Texas must have got the word to do something this series because we hit 3 of their guys in Texas.
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
Sawx tied it at 2.
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
Homer
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
Thanks, Ty
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
Do your JOB, Ty!
You know, this guy really sucks.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
No-lan Rei-mold
Clap, clap, clapclapclap.
by Joltin Joe Orsulak on Apr 24, 2009 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Wiggy has left 7 men on base tonight.
He needs to sit in the front row in Mr. Crowley’s hitting instruction class
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
We're up by two and their top of the order is up...
do we really want to put a man on with a beanball now? I wouldn’t think that would be prudent.
To quote GHWB...
Wouldn’t be prudent…at this juncture….
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Carvey was on Leno recently. No one is quite sure why. He then flailed about like he was dreaming of landing a TV show. It was embarrassing. Get some new jokes, dude.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions
Me and Barb...heading to Kenny-bunk-port
A thousand points of light
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so .. koji or huff
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
Hello!
I’m a little late to the party but I would just like to say KOJI! KOJI! KOJI! How cute was he waving his hat to the crowd?
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
I really love how happy he is to do well and make us cheer.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 9:22 PM EDT up reply actions
I love him!
My parents were over and I was telling them all about Koji’s cowboy boots.
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
I would love to send Kinsler
to an “ass busting” prison for 2 years.
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
You know what hurts the most is the lack of respect. That’s what hurts the most. Except…except for the other thing. That hurts the most. But the lack of respect hurts the SECOND-MOST.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 9:23 PM EDT up reply actions
LOL. Actually that's what I meant to say. Office Space was a funny movie. LOL
The beat down on that copier was classic stuff.
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
Reliever Phil Coke in for the Yerks. Things go better with him.
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
That was almost a bad play
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
OK, that didn't look smooth...
but he made the catch.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
"Nice catch, Jones.
Don’t ever fuckin’ do it again."
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 9:24 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
THAT was a really cool camera shot
with the steadicam swooping in over the flag court,.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
I love that camera out there.
Actually, I like having that whole studio out there. I had a few beers before the game and yelled “Lookin’ good, Rick!” to Dempsey in the pregame show. He laughed and waved, so that’s always fun. Yay beer!
During the rain delay on Tuesday
Rick was just hanging out in his suit, shooting the breeze with everyone. It’s pretty much what he’s born to do.
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
ugh
ugh ugh ugh come on
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
JJ's getting hit pretty hard...
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
When the sinker don't sink
it can get ugly.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Yeah, our INSURANCE run is lookin' better 'n' better.
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
oh lord
Come on Cesar. Freddie Bynum could field like that with your hitting.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
NOT FUNNY GUYS
wtf is going on.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Apr 24, 2009 9:27 PM EDT reply actions
sonufabitch
I’ve got a bad feeling about this.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
This is not pretty
and it’s gonna get even uglier if they bring in flat breezy
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
Izturis can't hit
But at least his defense makes up for it.
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
I've got a bad feeling about this....
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Dude, I'm on a laptop
that was made during Bush’s FIRST term. I’m lucky it opens GIS at all.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
oh boy here comes Sherrill
The closer’s in, I feel so secure.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
I taste vomit.
But I do that every time Sherril comes in with RISP.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Apr 24, 2009 9:29 PM EDT reply actions
Oh Fuck
Sherrrill in with the bases loaded? In the words of the Buttercups “Fill me up, Buttercup” because I need another drink to watch this shit
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Sherrill is actually still very effective against lefties
This is the right move.
TEX MESSAGE
I started with a bullpen, but blew right through it
by mpire on Apr 24, 2009 9:30 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
Looks like I picked the wrong night to quit sniffing glue.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
The Bullpen just can't get the job done for so
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
at least their roles have been defined by DD though
it makes me feel better, like snuggling in a gasoline soaked blanket in a housefire
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Oh, I'm sure this will work out fine.......
Just fuckin’ FIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIINNNNNNNEE!
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
0-2
If he blows this then George should lose his role immediately.
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
I get a little queasier with each pitch
please Sherril. Please.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Apr 24, 2009 9:32 PM EDT reply actions
good lord, ZAUN
Nice stop
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
is he TRYING TO THROW A WP!!
get it together George
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Apr 24, 2009 9:33 PM EDT reply actions
Payoff
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
SIT DOWN MOTHERFUCKER
SIT DOWN
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
If you're on MLB.com TV, delay is not the word...
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
siddddddown
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
i need a cigarette.
whew
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Apr 24, 2009 9:33 PM EDT reply actions
Have one for me...
and I don’t even smoke.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
neither do i.
well, a pipe. but that won’t do just now.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Apr 24, 2009 9:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Yesssssssssssssssss
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
Told you
But I’m sure there are righties due up next inning, so lets score some runs.
Still got 3 more outs to get.
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
Looks like I picked the wrong week to quit drinking.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Hooray for Tubs!
There’s a Tasty Cake in the dugout with your name on it
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7-8-9 coming up which means a 1,2, 3 inning
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
Nostradamus says...
4-0 Caps final, and King Henry looked mortal tonight…..
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Sweet. I can watch the replay tonight in a relaxed state.
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
Varlamov:
4 games, 3 goals against, 2 shutouts
I don’t know much about hockey but I know that’s good.
You walk ZAUN at your peril
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
even you're ahead of me!
stupid maine internets.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
I quit TV, just too choppy...and you get further and further behind. But the audio/radio is OK, so I watch the Yerks/Sawx
while listening to our game.
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
MONTY in for Pie
Quite the message there…
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
is the message that there's a lefty on the mound?
seems your garden variety Diamond Dave move.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Apr 24, 2009 9:40 PM EDT up reply actions
Is it just me...
or does Monty look 12 from the neck up?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Sweet Lou
No message. Just lefty and righty stuff.
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
OK, you guys have talked me into it
Conspiracy theories are a lot more fun, though.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Yerks up 3-2, top 7. Bases loaded 0 outs
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
nice baserunning :)
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
Good play by ZAUN
I’ve always hated how players hesitate when the ball is bounced; 80+% of the time you’ll reach if the backstop has to pull off his mask and reach for the ball on the ground.
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
I'd so much rather see Pie hitting here
Montanez is terrible.
If Sweet Lou is terrible what does that say about Pie?
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
The clock is ticking
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
How long does he get?
It took Nick 3 months and Adam most of a year. And Felix is not Nick or Adam.
Personally, I’d run him out there every day for a full season given his minor league track record and tools.
that they are both below average MLBers?
"I’m sure glad he didn’t try to bunt." - DD on Melmo's game winning double, 6/17
Great
Weak popup, and now we have a weaker defense for the bottom of the ninth as well.
wow
Credit where it’s due: Great run-saving play by Andrus. Awesome of ZAUN to stop himself using the coach.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
if a blue'd seen that
zaun’d been out, no?
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
i dont think its runner assistance,
just accidental tripping into
by NickMarkaces on Apr 24, 2009 9:44 PM EDT up reply actions
For a second there
I thought Zaun was heading home.
And for that second, I think I was legally dead.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Apr 24, 2009 9:43 PM EDT reply actions
For a second there
I thought ZAUN tore every possible tendon from the hip down trying to stop himself.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
he also gave up a hit to Blalock
then byrd singled and a run scored, then another single, then Georgie came in to get the third out.
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
Sherrill came through against a lefty
Lou pinch hit for Pie and weakly popped out.
Come on, B-Rob, let's get some insurance
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 9:44 PM EDT reply actions
Ron, you may be right...
but you ain’t getting this call.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
I fully expect a anti-climatic, rather boring
1-2-3 inning with no balls getting out of the infield. Yup, just another normal night for Mr. Excitement. Nothing to see here….
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
that happens about once a season with georgie
and that one time was yesterday
by NickMarkaces on Apr 24, 2009 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions
A mini-sweep of the Red Sox
YES!!!
GRAND SLAM!! WHOO!!
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
Yerks up 4-2, bottom 7
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
Here’s an orange nightlight to help you sleep…
:)
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
REPLY BUTTON is your friend.....
REPLY BUTTON is your friend….
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Make a little birdhouse in your soul!
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 9:49 PM EDT up reply actions
FIRE! FIRE!
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
Saltymunchie is Gone. One out
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
If you can drink 8 and still type legibly
You’re drinking the wrong beer, friend.
Oh you have no idea some of the shit I’ve pulled in game threads. Eight and typing right is perfectly fine.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 9:55 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah i tend to agree
unless you’re drinking some crazy 9% craft beer.
personally i’d probably be 8 deep if I wasn’t at the end of semester times right now
Ooh a storm is threatenin'
myyy very life today
if I don’t get some shelter
oh, yeah, i’m gonna fade away
that’s what plays in my head when georgi pitches
nice nice Ty!
just one more.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Apr 24, 2009 9:51 PM EDT reply actions
Huff's doing just fine over at first :)
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
Nice play
Although Ty could have shown a TAD more urgency on the throw…
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
EVERYBODY UP
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
Looks like he works on a ship
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Wiggy I forgive you
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
You BETTER make that play, Hwiggy...
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
just wondering
why does everyone hate Kinsler so much around here
I don't hate him at all
I’m just tired of watching him abuse the orioles.
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
he called Baltimore a horseshit town as he hit for the cycle on the o's
http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral
success
otherwise known as 6-6 + cycle
otherwise known as You-Know-What game
History is best forgotten, even better rewritten
Since we can't forget it, lets remember it different ~ John Rueben
Oh, Gravity! Thou art a heartless bitch ~ Sheldon Cooper
shouldn't all-defense gold glover boy
be making up for his 67 OPS+ by catching that fucking ball?
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Apr 24, 2009 9:55 PM EDT reply actions
i know. i'm just bitter.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Apr 24, 2009 9:56 PM EDT up reply actions
And ALMOST got picked off for the last out of the game
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Kinsler is an Oriole Killer.
many of you can name some players that have careers against the orioles
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
Throw one to the plate
And then catch Kinsler leaning.
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
MOTHER
FUCKER
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
God dammit, Georgie
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Apr 24, 2009 9:57 PM EDT reply actions
FUCK
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Apr 24, 2009 9:57 PM EDT reply actions
Honestly
Sherrill is worthless.
He is done, straight fucking up.
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
LEAVE NOW
AND NEVER
COME
BACK
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
SON OF A BITCH
And I had Good night….already typed, ready to hit post.
Well, fuck.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
RAPE, MURDER, IT'S JUST A SHOT AWAY
JUST A SHOT AWAY
by pipkin on Apr 24, 2009 9:58 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
no one freak
Blame the Rolling Stones.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 9:58 PM EDT up reply actions
if the Os win in the bottom of the ninth
the scorer will prob give teh W to Koji right?
by NickMarkaces on Apr 24, 2009 9:59 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh no. The W goes to Sherrill. He is now the pitcher of record.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 10:00 PM EDT up reply actions
scorer has discretion as to who he gives the win to
they rarely dont give it to the pitcher of record
by NickMarkaces on Apr 24, 2009 10:00 PM EDT up reply actions
but it happens
once in a while in cases like this
by NickMarkaces on Apr 24, 2009 10:01 PM EDT up reply actions
when
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 10:02 PM EDT up reply actions
No. Never in cases like this.
It happens when the visiting team takes the lead in the first inning and 3 pitchers each pitch 3 innings and never surrender the lead.
I've never seen it
Jorge Julio used to pull this shit all the time….
"Whether your name is Gehrig or Ripken, DiMaggio or Robinson, or that of some youngster who picks up his bat or puts on his glove, you are challenged by the game of baseball to do your very best day in and day out. That's all I've ever tried to do."
And he fucks it over for Koji
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
GODDAMMIT!!!!!
"Whether your name is Gehrig or Ripken, DiMaggio or Robinson, or that of some youngster who picks up his bat or puts on his glove, you are challenged by the game of baseball to do your very best day in and day out. That's all I've ever tried to do."
If that crowd doesn't boos its ass off when he walks off the field....
I have lost all respect for O’s fans.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Glad I got home just in time to see that.
I wonder if I can bill Jeff Lurie and Peter Angelos for the years of therapy their teams are going to put me through.
I hate nothing more than blown saves.
Leprosy is better than blown saves.
KENNY G is better than blown saves.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
don't let's be hasty
I’m willing to say that Leprosy>blown saves, and leprosy>Kenny G….but I can’t say that Kenny G>blown saves. I just can’t.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Apr 24, 2009 10:02 PM EDT up reply actions
what about
when were beating up on BJ Ryan
by NickMarkaces on Apr 24, 2009 10:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Alright
George isn’t a good closer, but he was forced into the role and has done nothing but try his best to do his job.
I’ll criticize his play, but all the “fat piece of fucking shit” comments are a bit over-the-top.
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
Definitely
But it’s not like George has a bad work ethic or went out of his way to slam Baltimore.
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 he put on 20 pounds of not muscle so I’m not exactly itching to give him a pass on his work ethic.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions
though in a general sense I pretty much agree with you
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 10:05 PM EDT up reply actions
As a pitcher
You can put in quality work and still gain weight if you’re eating “well.”
You have to proactively work out to keep the pounds off as a pitcher, so yeah, he hasn’t done that, but overall he has tried hard to be a good pitcher, it just hasn’t worked out.
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
I don’t know if he has or not, to be fair. I’m not him. I mean this is benefit of the doubt stuff.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 10:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Kinsler is always a part of it
We left the bases loaded and a ton of runners left by the 7, 8, and 9 hitters. We need more production from the part of the order
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
more?
Try any. These guys are worthless so far.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
by Scott Christ on Apr 24, 2009 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions
oh jesus
Couldn’t a fan have interfered?
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
SON OF A BITCH!
How did he catch that ball?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
ahaha
Wait, one did
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
Well.
That fucking sucked.
"If they cut my bald head open, they will find one big boxing glove. That's all I am. I live it." -- Marvin Hagler
I liked "Looks like he works on a ship" better
Just sayin’
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
George Sherrill is Unbirdland
"Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning." Churchill,1942-- a rebuilding year.
We might touch .500 again in this series
But playing the Angels will definitely put us beneath the mark for good.
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 now I'm in a shitty mood.
goddamn, orioles. way to fuck up a pleasant evening.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
Our Bullpen is our weakness
threw at our batters and silenced our bats.
"The Minor Leagues. Where it all begins and they still play for the love of the game"
I was thinking of this rule
The official scorer shall not credit as the winning pitcher a relief pitcher who is ineffective in a brief appearance, when at least one succeeding relief pitcher pitches effectively in helping his team maintain its lead. In such a case, the official scorer shall credit as the winning pitcher the succeeding relief pitcher who was most effective, in the judgment of the official scorer.
but still the SP cant get the win
Texas fan here...
LMAO. Sorry, I couldn’t help myself. Good game guys, looking forward to tomorrow. You guys have been a good opponent so far this year.
OK, that was funny.
But if you guys were any good at all, it would totally be on. As it is, your team isn’t worth the effort.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
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