Tampa Bay Rays (15-19) at Baltimore Orioles (14-19), 7:05 PM
by zknower on May 13, 2009 6:30 PM EDT
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It's the battle for 4th place!
We're relying on Brad Bergesen, who is better than Hendrickson to be sure. The Orioles have won all three of Bergesen's games since he came up (although he got a no-decision in two of them). Brad is nothing to write home about, but at least he's not my ex-boyfriend, Daniel Cabrera.
The Rays counter with Jeff Niemann, who has been rocked for his past couple of starts to the tune of 7 runs and 7 walks in a total of 6-1/3 IP.
SWEEEEEEEEEEEP!
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Pre-game Amber
Last night, Pie had food poisoning. Not sure if he will be available today or not.
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on May 13, 2009 6:35 PM EDT reply actions
Damn, the Bad Feeling Fairy sure heard you...
"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.
MASN pre-game with Tim Kurkjian
He looks very small next to Jim Hunter and Rick Dempsey.
Gave a surprising amount of respect to the Orioles’ young players and prospects. Lots of praise for Nick Markakis, “he’s better than most people realize”, agreed that Nicky should have a Gold Glove, offered a scout’s opinion that Markakis is a better player than Grady Sizemore.
Also high on Dr. Jones, repeated a Trembley comment about “the most improved player in the American League this season”. He said Jones credits improved plate discipline and better confidence in his ability to drive a fastball – he doesn’t have to rush it, knows he can take his time, etc.
Young pitching: gave a scout’s take on the Arizona Fall League that Matusz was the best pitcher the scout saw there. “Right now the Bedard trade is the Adam Jones trade for Baltimore, but it might ultimately be known as the Chris Tillman trade, he is that good.” He didn’t really drop any other names on pitching, but closed by saying, “Things are going to be looking up in Baltimore, and sooner than people think.”
I guess ESPN guys aren’t so bad if you get them out of their natural Yankee/Red Sox-loving habitat.
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on May 13, 2009 6:51 PM EDT reply actions
I've always like Kurkjian.
He’s always come across as a straight baseball guy instead of the rest of them who wax poetically all season on the Yankees, Red Sox, and repeat.
http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral
Well, he did cover the O's
so it’s not unexpected he knows who to ask about O’s prospects. I’ll listen to him over just about anyone else on ESPN when it comes to baseball. He generally knows what he’s talking about.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Kurkjian, Rosenthal, and Olney...the Sun has put out some national writers
http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral
I wish Juan Samuel was wired for the game tonight,
So I could hear “C’mon home. C’mon home” all game long.
http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral
Melvin
You can’t be hurt. We have no bench tonight.
Twiggy. Really up to speed on your pop culture references there, Jim.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
I wonder if we could see Mark Hendrickson: Pinch Hitter
at some point tonight.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
I vote for Guts
He can actually run the bases
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Should gone with an Olsen twin.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
Yeah, the one that shows up and pitches near no-hitters.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
FYI, Olson's 2-2 with a 3.08 ERA in Triple A
His K to BB ratio is a 19:12. Some things don’t change
http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral
He's actually back in the bigs now
Pitching out of the bullpen.
Too bad for ZImmerman's hit streak ending
That’s the highlight of the season for Nats fans and that’s over
http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral
To be quite honest
I was getting tired of hearing about it.
really?
a lot more entertaining then the manny bull shit, that’s a tired story
by wiggitywhales on May 13, 2009 7:20 PM EDT up reply actions
I was hoping he'd make a run
Its an amazingly hard record to break and he seems like good people
http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral
The record's what, 56?
I honestly don’t think that will ever be broken. That’s one of those old time records that just can’t compete with the modern day.
agreed
that’s something i’d like to see and if a guy is going to do it, id like for it to be him. hung out with him a few times in arlington, he’s hilarious
by wiggitywhales on May 13, 2009 7:24 PM EDT up reply actions
Skip Bayless says a 56 game hit streak is so overrated
Now hitting 50 homers in a sweason, that’s hard
http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral
Skip sucks
but I find his schtick mildly entertaining. Strange to see Woody Paige as a guest back on the new incarnation of Cold Pizza
I'm guessing it'll be quiet in here tonight
Between the Caps game and the LOST season finale.
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
2 things I don't care about.
But I might be caring about some wine soon.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
That was quite a catch by Pena.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
Gary in one of his more Ron Burgundy moments
“…and perhaps tonight is The Night of the Defense!!”
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
You know
it doesn’t matter that it’s like that almost every night, it never stops making me sad. It’s like it’s always this new thing that I notice. You’d think I’d be used to it by now.
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
Well, at least the Caps have taken the drama out
2-0 Pens. 2 goals less than 20 seconds apart. Yeah, it’s the O’s and LOST tonight.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
O's and LOST
Two words that will go together a lot this season
It's 4 in the morning. Too much to drink. All the girls look hot. So, the Nationals are Jennifer Lopez to me. —Julian Tavarez
It was joke…because it’s obviously not going to happen….
by NewYorkOriole on May 13, 2009 7:38 PM EDT up reply actions
joke or no joke, you still dont mention the no-no while it’s taking place, bad karma
by wiggitywhales on May 13, 2009 7:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Wiggy goes yard!
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
Wiggy's homer broke my internet. Way to go, Wiggy.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
Fat boy takes one deep!
Awesome.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 13, 2009 7:38 PM EDT reply actions
And the slow infield actually helps us
Way to leg it out, Adam Jones, son!
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
I'll thank Gary
not to make up hamstring injuries for Adam Jones. It upsets me.
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
A 3DG comment for the ages
“Just realized … you put this pitcher and this batter together and you get Neiman Marcus.”
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on May 13, 2009 7:44 PM EDT reply actions
No, Gary
this pitcher plus this batter is Neiman Markakis. Which is not a store.
It's 4 in the morning. Too much to drink. All the girls look hot. So, the Nationals are Jennifer Lopez to me. —Julian Tavarez
Damn
The Caps game is painful.
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
Sad part is...
it should be about 4-0 Pens
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Since when did Jason Bartlett start hitting HRs?
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
And just as 3DG and Jim were discussing how good our young pitchers are....
Bartlett parks one in teh 5th row. Now THAT’S timing for you.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Bartlett?
Really, BB? Bartlett? Pena, Longoria, even Aybar or Upton I could understand. But Bartlett?
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 13, 2009 7:49 PM EDT reply actions
First RH to hit a HR of Bergy
The previous 5 (?) were lefties.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
3.
That Bartlett’s 5th of the year
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
Dave saying nice things about Lou
That should shut up the conspiracy theorists for a minute.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Yeah, Bergy's looking REALLY relaxed in the dugout....
like a 4th grader eating sugar for lunch and forgot to go to the nurse to get his Ritalin.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
He would steamroll you
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
Shuffle away quickly
and you should be fine
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Trembley thinks he's witty
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, WHY was Aubrey running there
besides the fact DD told him to?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Hit and run, I'd imagine.
Lou forgot the “hit” part of it.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
Meh
DD a little too in love with that
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
We would forget we were watching an Orioles game if there wasn’t a pointless out made on the basepaths.
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on May 13, 2009 8:03 PM EDT up reply actions
These morons thinks Huff is fast
Yesterday they sent him on a dribbler and now they have him straight up stealing second.
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
Jim, Jim, Jim...
do you HAVE to mention Wade Townsend?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
I'll Huff and puff and attempt to run
Aubrey Huff aka “wheels”
"On my tombstone just write, 'The sorest loser that ever lived.'"
Earl Weaver
He probably wouldn't have got that pitch to hit
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
He almost faceplanted coming out of the box
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
Whoa, Wiggy gets another hit.
with some authority.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
Wiggy ♥ Neiman
It's 4 in the morning. Too much to drink. All the girls look hot. So, the Nationals are Jennifer Lopez to me. —Julian Tavarez
Gary blew his load a bit prematurely
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
So our bench tonight is essentially Andino and ZAUN.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
and Hendrickson
It's 4 in the morning. Too much to drink. All the girls look hot. So, the Nationals are Jennifer Lopez to me. —Julian Tavarez
Caps had a good run
4-0 OUCH
"On my tombstone just write, 'The sorest loser that ever lived.'"
Earl Weaver
well, now I can stop hearing all my friends jabber about their bandwagon
and get back to hearing about sports i actually care about
Jose Threeormore is in
What happened to Varly at the beginning of the 2nd?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Pittsburgh seems to "own" the DC-Baltimore sports teams
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
Izzy!
It's 4 in the morning. Too much to drink. All the girls look hot. So, the Nationals are Jennifer Lopez to me. —Julian Tavarez
The wizard of Iz
It's 4 in the morning. Too much to drink. All the girls look hot. So, the Nationals are Jennifer Lopez to me. —Julian Tavarez
If Adam Jones ends up injured
I am going to straight up burst into tears.
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
I hope the ump was done having kids....
Oh, it’s his hand. The way he doubled over, well, damn, that looked painful.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Adam Jones is fine.
Perfectly fine. He’s fine. It’s all fine. Nothing to see here. He’s fine. FINE. Let’s stop talking about it because there’s no point, because he’s perfectly ok.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 13, 2009 8:13 PM EDT up reply actions
So now the O's are gonna wrap up the sports portion of my night
by blowing an early lead and putting the game out of reach.
At least I can pay full attention to LOST this way.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
You call up by 1....
a lead? Which team have you been watching this year?!
Holy shit, Bergeson only gave up 1 there?
Wow.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Bergesen knows how to scatter 'em
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on May 13, 2009 8:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Wait...I thought Montanez wore #14
Or am I crazy or blind or stupid? When did he start wearing #2?
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 13, 2009 8:14 PM EDT reply actions
In honor of the greatest shortstop to ever dive on the field
"Honestly, I get tired driving 26 miles. I couldn’t imagine running it." -- Huffy
What do you usually hear after a groundball to Jeter's left?
“Single scorched up the middle!”
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Give em hell T-bone
"Honestly, I get tired driving 26 miles. I couldn’t imagine running it." -- Huffy
A good decision on the basepaths!
The O’s have had made as many bad decisions on the bases as Dirk Nowitzki has with the ladies
http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral
Ok, fucking pull him you buffoons
This isn’t a WORK IT OUT, ADAM moment.
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
GODDAMIT ADAM
You are not hurt. You are not hurt. You are not hurt.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 13, 2009 8:24 PM EDT reply actions
And no, no he isn't
Oh, ye of little faith….
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
And DD makes the right decision
and tells Adam he’s done for the night.
With a 2 man bench, THIS should be fun.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
This hurt Adam stuff is very upsetting.
Dave is gonna take him out
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
We can't really tell
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
Tweaked hammy or ankle or something.
Glad that we have another competent CF on the team, though.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
If only he didn't have food poisoning and could leave the game at any moment
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
By the way
AJ gets hurt a lot.
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
does he?
I mean he broke his foot last year but what else has happened to him?
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
Didn't he miss a couple gams in april
With a hamstring or something.
I don’t think it’s enough to call it a trend.
He was out for over a month last year
I believe Adam had to sit 3-5 games earlier this year, and this may be a DL stint coming up just a few weeks into the season.
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
broken bones are a little different
lot of the time they’re freak things, not indicative of fragility, Griffey-style.
I understand that it wasn't his fault
But some players who refuse to wear protection while batting or take huge risks in the field, like Adam, are especially prone to those kinds of injuries.
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 was kind of thinking of Griffey
Because although you can’t really call a player “injury prone” if he runs into walls or smacks balls off his shins, it’s still his style of play which brought on the damage.
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
fuck
look, i never would want AJ to be hurt. But this might be the impetus to get Reimold up. Unless Pie gets healthy again, which I guess is likely. Then we have to put up with Pie in CF.
Oh, he’s good to go right now.
He better not shit while he’s batting!!!
by boricuaoriolesfan on May 13, 2009 8:27 PM EDT up reply actions
Everyone chill.
It’s a hamstring. Even if he’s out a month, he’ll be back. Better than an ACL or the like.
It's 4 in the morning. Too much to drink. All the girls look hot. So, the Nationals are Jennifer Lopez to me. —Julian Tavarez
Yeah, he's someone you should be rooting against.
If you’re an asshole or a member of Orioles Hangout.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
God, I think some of them put a hit out on Pie
or poisoned his food
http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral
Defense didn't show up
and Varly picked a REALLY bad night to have a bad night.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
The defense is playing worse than Varly
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
They certainly didn't do him any favors...
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
How the hell can we run out of outfielders?
"Honestly, I get tired driving 26 miles. I couldn’t imagine running it." -- Huffy
Pie is going to vomit all over Iwamura rounding second
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'm pretty sure that would be awesome.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
I'd pay to see that.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 13, 2009 8:28 PM EDT up reply actions
So, am I the only one who has totally lost the feed for this game on MLB.tv?
“This game is temporarily unavailable”
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
Do you have premium?
If so, switch to normal mode. idk wtf is wrong with masn, but I haven’t gotten HD at all in the last week
"Honestly, I get tired driving 26 miles. I couldn’t imagine running it." -- Huffy
Adam Jones batting average .380 vs Pie’s .180. Isn’t L. Scott available?
by boricuaoriolesfan on May 13, 2009 8:31 PM EDT reply actions
Wiggy.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
Better than Andino
"Honestly, I get tired driving 26 miles. I couldn’t imagine running it." -- Huffy
Not until tomorrow at least, apparently.
If AJ is out for even a day or three, we need to make a move to get an OF up here. How can a team with 3 LF run out of OF?
Is it time for Melmo to dig out his OF glove, and Wiggy to play 3rd?
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 13, 2009 8:32 PM EDT up reply actions
That baby is Wiggy
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
So what's the defensive alignment?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
THAT remains to be seen....
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Excellent work, Brian
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 think its both
throw’s a little off, brian plays it poorly
bulk of the blame probably goes to brian though
Wieters is 0-4 again
Come on, bro.
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
Correction
0 – 3, but they pitched around other guys last night to get to Wieters, and Matt has a ton of protection in the lineup as well.
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
Gathright is batting .500!
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 they still have him batting ahead of Reimold and Salazar?
I’d have moved him in between those two by now.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
Yes
And I agree, but even still, it’s pretty hard to make an argument against the notion that he is just struggling, irrespective of the circumstances.
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
Wow, Berman doing play-by-play on ESPN.
If anyone is interested in an aural train wreck this evening…
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
If the Doctor is out who comes up?
Reimold is 1-2 tonight and hitting .398
Florentino is 1-2 tonight and hitting .357
Weiters is 0-4 hitting .266 and sinking.
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
Caps game is a trainwreck.
If I were them I would stop palying hockey and try to wreck Crosby and Malek. Just fight the rest of the night.
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
I'm really tired of these 'first X games' stats
they’re almost as dumb as ‘on a pace for 324 RBI’
"Honestly, I get tired driving 26 miles. I couldn’t imagine running it." -- Huffy
Yes, Zobrist in LF.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
The name Zobrist....
Pharmaceutical or sci-fi villain?
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
can't you just hear it?
“ZOOOOOOOOBRRRIIIIIISSSSSSSSST!!!”
/shakes fist
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
Lou will be fine. He is a good hitter
The more he plays the better he will get. Have faith in him.
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
i'm just going to assume anyone who says something like this to me
is trying to get my goat. given that i’m on record as thinking montanez is a joke.
montanez is a joke.
I don't understand why Lou gets a pass
While Pie is trashed.
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
Montanezumas?
Nah, that doesn’t work.
Montanezistas?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
It is up to Trembley
I support his decision as to which young Oriole whether is is Lou, Felix, or Nolan get the opportunity. I support whomever wears the orange and black.
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
I agree
I support Pie too. He will be fine if he gets more playing time. It is all about winning for me. The young players will make mistakes. We have to be patient with them. 2009 is the year to let them play. Just like in 2008 with Dr. Jones.
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
Pie may work out and he might be Corey Patterson's son..
What gets my goat is that the 2009 Orioles will having a losing record (sigh) whether its Lou or Felix. Felix Pie has a high ceiling and him sucking it up and getting some playing time for the O’s to see whether he can get together isn’t going to cost us an AL championship. Let Felix play it out a month or so.
http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral
That's what I'm saying
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
Unfortunately, though
It’s pretty much ALREADY too late as they’ve killed any possible kind of “rhythm.”
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 remember when the season started
Dave said they were going to keep him in the line up everyday. But it seems after a 0-3 night, they yank him from the line up. Yeah, Pie can be a butcher at the plate but he was ‘deconstructed’ by crackerjack hitting genius Terry Crowley and put back together. Its going to take time for him to get into a groove. Its ridicilous to think he can find a groove playing a new position and playing every other or third day. I’m skeptical of Pie but I don’t think he’s really getting the time he needs.
http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral
He came up through the system
and he’s a better interview
He played 2 years in the O's system.
He came up through the Cubs system, which is a fact that everyone seems to ignore.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
We know the Lou story
It’s just that it doesn’t matter. Either he performs or someone else will play left field. That is the story for all of these players.
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
ESPN Broadcast Update:
It’s actually Chris Berman and Rick Sutcliffe. In the same broadcast booth. They may out-drink Gary.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
Sutcliffe can outdrink a small city.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on May 13, 2009 8:49 PM EDT up reply actions
And Gary Williams could drfown South America in one weekend at the ACC Tournament
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
and he's gonna go solve that thing with George Clooney.
"Believe it or not, I read the paper." - Nick Markakis
Well that's not good.
How about some offense next time around?
"Honestly, I get tired driving 26 miles. I couldn’t imagine running it." -- Huffy
Do you have to let it linger...
Do you have to? Do you have to? Do you have to let it linger?
I’m just a fool for you (Dr. Jones)…
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
OK, 2 hours of LOST
See y’all.
Caps are done, and this one’s gonna get ugly. See ya on teh commercial breaks.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
You're pretty much a fairweather fan
Only following the O’s when they’re in the hunt.
Get it this time, duck?
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 for the heads up...
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Oh, so Cormier is good now
Take him down!
"Honestly, I get tired driving 26 miles. I couldn’t imagine running it." -- Huffy
He'll be fine in the bullpen
He’s just not a starter
If by fine you mean he'll come into mop ups and eat some innings while continuing to give up runs.
He’s horrible.
By fine
I mean a passable major league pitcher. Dude has a career 3.39 ERA as a reliever and 5.31 ERA as a starter.
What burns me is he's getting paid a million
to shit all over the mound. Even if it is PAs money. I’m in the wrong fucking business.
"Honestly, I get tired driving 26 miles. I couldn’t imagine running it." -- Huffy
ex-Oriole Lance Cormier.
He was quite useful last year.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
How did Longoria get that?
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
It would be nice
If you would drop the ball after running into each other like a pack of idiots.
Cue more gushing over Longo
"Honestly, I get tired driving 26 miles. I couldn’t imagine running it." -- Huffy
Uh, he did have a double off into right-center earlier in the game.
He seemed pretty with it right there.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
I know he had a double but he does not seem like the old B-Rob
I can’t put my finger on it.
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
I agree
A psychological slump. Maybe he shoulda stayed single.
"Honestly, I get tired driving 26 miles. I couldn’t imagine running it." -- Huffy
Again...
so explain the first 3 weeks of the season if marriage is so detrimental to BRob’s career.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Dear mlb.tv
I can hear the game, but i can’t
"Honestly, I get tired driving 26 miles. I couldn’t imagine running it." -- Huffy
see the game
(meant to hit cancel. guess I can’t see the buttons)
"Honestly, I get tired driving 26 miles. I couldn’t imagine running it." -- Huffy
Unable to field the position
It seems the Rays know this.
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
Because we're not aggressive enough on the bases?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
No. The Rays used the bunt against our pitcher.
It is a tactic used by some teams to put the infield on defense and cause them to make plays. Unfortunately there is some scouting on Walker that says he does not cover 2nd well or handle the bunt well.
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
B Rob refuses to bunt
3DG brought it up a few times tonight.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
I know. That is unfortunate because his speed and bat control
could make him even more dangerous for defenses.
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
I think I'm bored of this game
I’m gonna go watch what one review called the most brutal torture porn movie they’d ever seen
Hannah Montana: The Movie?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Seven
Even Morgan Freeman couldn’t save that vile load of pig crap.
You can't fix stupid. Stupid is forever.
LOVED that movie
What’s in the booooooox?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Yes but,
poor Brad was the only one who didn’t see it coming a few light years away – that being the LEAST of the movie’s flaws.
You can't fix stupid. Stupid is forever.
I don't understand why Walker hasn't been relegated to mop up duty yet.
He should never set foot on the mound with the game even close to within reach.
It'd really be nice to see the bottom of our order put something together one time.
Damn it – thought Mora had a double to start there.
We will see some changes in this roster going into KC tomorrow
I don’t think tyey will bring up Reimold unfortunately
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
Good news!
“Wipeout” starts again in 2 weeks!
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
This is looking ugly
I leave for my kid’s birthday party, and this is what I come back to? Who’s in charge here?
by fishoutawata on May 13, 2009 9:59 PM EDT up reply actions
That's why he's here now
and not later. Give him a chance, if he sucks, chuck him overboard.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
but it doesn't make him any easier to watcher...
that last pitch being case in point
http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral
McCrory is throwing in the mid to high 90s with movement. Closer stuff
But it seems he still has to learn to “pitch” can command his stuff. He will get plenty of opportunity as long as he has that big time arm
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
I'm on Gameday, so
why no DP on that grounder?
Who is coming up for us?
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
Doesn't matter anymore
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
Unfortunatley McCrory
His single handedly put this game out of reach without giving up a hit. He is a one man wrecking crew
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
Who the fuck is calling pitches? Are you a fucking moron? He obviously can't throw a slider for a strike, so don't fucking call it.
Some fucking common sense out there please. For fucking shit sake fuck!
Are you upset?
Because you really shouldn’t bottle that stuff up inside.
by fishoutawata on May 13, 2009 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions
I watched the 1st and part of the second season..
but i’ve missed so many episodes that i’m lost (so to speak) now when i watch it
http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral
Wow, he's at 44 pitches so far
Just to get 2 outs in the 9th…
I don't want Tillman, Hernandez and Arrieta to come up here and do this
I want those guys to learn to pitch and get their mechanics and confidence up. This is what happens when you are not ready. 95mph means nothing to a big league hitter.
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
As Kevbo used to say
You could throw it 110 and if a hitter sees it enough times, he’ll hit it.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
If McCrory has so much movement
Then why are their worst (sub-.190) hitters taking BP on 95 mph fastballs just because he actually manages to get them in the strike zone?
If you are talking to me
That was a bad read on my part. This guy needs more work at the lower levels.
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
Time for the big comeback
Starring the defensive shortstop, the temporary headcase, and .194 outfielder with the stain on his uniform pants.
I can’t wait.
Well, shut me up!
It’s still no comeback, but Izzy actually does soomething.
Yeah, Brian sure does need to do some bunting, doesn't he?
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
Only need a grand slam to tie
Thanks for that 9th inning, Bob McCrory.
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on May 13, 2009 10:18 PM EDT reply actions
Actually, we would have just won.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
Fuck you, Bob
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
Pie should get sick more often
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
FELIX CAN HIT
DEAL WITH IT.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
Game'd be over now...
if not for that dillweed.
Maybe that homer buys Felix some ABs
It’s a disgrace that Pie isn’t being given full playing time.
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
3-1
Don’t give him the damn green light.
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 was kind of wrong
But Nick catches that ball.
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
Most RF catch that ball
He got eaten alive by that ball.
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Good Grief. How huge is the decision to bring in Bob McCrory to pitch the 9th?
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
But again...
do our guys get those pitches to hit if the game’s closer?
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Got to say
I don’t like the way DD manages close games
by fishoutawata on May 13, 2009 10:26 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm skeptical of whether DD is going to be the next manager of the next good Oriole team..
he’s fine as the rebuilding guy, but he seems very Eric Wedge-ish.
http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral
Huge enough to turn a Pie walk-off HR
into just another HR.
Hey, it's Mr. Howell
How long did he go last night?
Man
It’ll be nice to have Wieters and Reimold coming up after Mora in a few months.
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
or Luke Scott in a few days.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
That works too
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
Mora isn't seeing the ball very well this time 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
I forgot that he is clutch
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
He was way out in front of those breaking balls
An effective slider away and/or heat could have finished Mora off.
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
This is turning into a ballgame, folks.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
I wish Mora had made it to 2nd. Double Play is in tact
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
Wait, if we score 3 more runs...
Is it McCrory that gets the win on this game?
scorer's discrettion
Ray would probably get it.
That'd be a good reason to lose
C’mon Wiggy
by fishoutawata on May 13, 2009 10:32 PM EDT up reply actions
I will literally have seen everything is Wiggy hits for the cycle
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 think a triple is physically possible
by fishoutawata on May 13, 2009 10:32 PM EDT up reply actions
Aubrey Huff has done it before.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
That's why.
Also, reverse splits for Howell.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
Anyway
Screw Felix splitting time.
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 can live with Lou Montanez: 4th Outfielder.
And Felix Pie: starting left fielder.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
Thing is
Pie really is a CF, doesn’t like LF. I guess that’ll change. Hopefully one of them will at least make good trade bait when the time comes.
by fishoutawata on May 13, 2009 10:36 PM EDT up reply actions
Pie's looked alright in left lately.
Not as good as he is in center, but at least on the same level as Luke.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
So could I
It’s just outrageous to me that an organization would trade for a guy who wasn’t given an opportunity only to split his ABs with a failed prospect.
In all likelihood, Pie and Montanez are buying time for Reimold, but what do we have to lose by giving Felix the chance to prove himself?
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
At least they made a game of it.
And Bob McCrory should be finding a ride to Norfolk shortly, maybe he’ll pass Rich Hill on his way up.
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
I think that's EXACTLY what will happen
Matt Wieters took batting practice this morning. There were no survivors.
Bob McCrory you are RayLand and the MVP of the Rays tonight. Congrats!!!
Did I see McCrory giving high 5s with the Rays at midfield? LOL Just kidding. Have a nice night everyone. See you in KC
"They are who we thought they were"-Dennis Green
Yup, props to the boys
for waking up in the 9th and giving it the old college try.
Hahahaha on the Pena replay
Everyone got up to help sans Koji who cowered on the bench.
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
Wonder what they do
When everyone’s hammy’s, shoulders, digestive tracks and fingers are all healed up.
Have a really deep bench?
"I'm having an interment camp constructed under the stadium specifically for Yankees & Red Sox fans" - 11:08 AM Apr 15th from digsby in reply to BaltimoreMD
KC should give Nolan a nice welcome
They can usually be counted on for that.
There's got to be a pitching move coming, too
Only 11 pitchers on the roster.
Wow, what a b*lls-sucking night...
Caps…[Charlie Brown gloom thing]. Then th-u-u-u-u-u-hhhh Yerkees win. Then this piece o’ cheet as the cherry on the turd sundae. Key-reist, what a clusterf*ck evening.
"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.
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