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GameDay: Detroit Tigers (27-21) at Baltimore Orioles (23-27)

Detroit Tigers at Baltimore Orioles, May 31, 2009 1:35 PM EDT


 

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It's Sunday, it's Wieters Day +2 and it's a chance for the Orioles to get series win and close out a homestand at 6-1.  

Jason Berken makes his second start, and while he threw OK in his first while picking up a win in his debut, it was overshadowed by the unexpected announcement of The Deity's callup. Tuesday was a wet, cold, nasty night, and Jason Berken made it a little better for Orioles fans. Let's see how he improves on 77 degrees and sunny. I hope his pitching matches the weather.

The Orioles will face Edwin Jackson, who's been sneaky good this year. His record is pedstrian (4-3), and it's more evidence why W-L record is almost meaningless. He's sporting a 2.58 ERA over 66.1 IP in 10 starts. His WHIP is 1.12. Ladies and gentlemen, Edwin Jackson is pretty damn good this season.

That said, Let's Go O's! 


 





W-LGGSCGSHOSVBSIPHRERHRBBKERAWHIP
2009 - Edwin Jackson 4-3 10 10 0 0 0 0 66.1 57 25 19 5 17 50 2.58 1.12


W-LGGSCGSHOSVBSIPHRERHRBBKERAWHIP
2009 - Jason Berken 1-0 1 1 0 0 0 0 5.0 7 2 2 0 3 3 3.60 2.00


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Bergey's orange jersey ROCKS

Man, I wish they’d wear that 1 day a week. I love the black also, and we don’t need 2 alternate jerseys, but damn, that just looks cool.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:19 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Is this the beginning of the end for Berken?

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:20 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Don't you mean a terrible game?

Isn’t Berken the odd man out when Uehara comes up? Furthermore, I just don’t think Berken is that 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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:24 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

i'm saying he is the odd man out right now.

But if he pitches a gem today, maybe its worth reconsidering. Bergesen hasn’t exactly been blowing away people either. But it would have to be at least what Bergy did the other night for Berken to force his way in.

by kba26 on May 31, 2009 1:31 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Bergy pitches to contact

He’s not gonna be a high K guy. Although he only had 3 Ks Friday, he had ZERO walks. That’s a pretty good K/BB rate no matter how low the Ks are.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:32 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Poor choice of words on my part.

I wasn’t so much concerned about the lack of strikeouts, as the fact that the WHIP is still hovering around 1.5 even after that great game. I cant imagine berken staying up in his place, but if Berken pitches great today (and probably in one more start before Koji comes back), he could make it a little tougher decision.

by kba26 on May 31, 2009 1:35 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

And I'm OK with that

Gee, what really good pitcher isn’t quite as awesome as the rest?….

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:36 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Bergesen has definitely secured his spot

In my book.

But anyway, I see your point as a 7/8 inning performance by Berken today could legitimize the idea of sending Koji to the ’pen.

My issue is that one of Hernandez/Berken/Bergesen is likely going to fall apart in the near future, and that rotation spot will need to be filled, presumably by a proven starter in Koji. With the three aforementioned guys already having been called up, we’re going to need to wait until the next wave comes up, and until then, we need stability with 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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:35 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Why?

Koji coming back? Man, I don’t know. I like Koji, but he’s used to coming out of the ‘pen. But with Koji being a rightie, it doesn’t exactly solve a problem for us. Jamie Walker’s gotta go, but sicne he’s a lefty, who replaces him?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:24 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hendrickson

I know, I know. But that’s what I think it should be.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 1:30 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

As bad as he is...

he’s a lefty.

Now, my ideal solution is to pull two magically-competent lefties out of thin air and send them both packing. But that’s not an option…

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:31 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Berken was a very, very fingey prospect coming into this season, and he has put up one quality game thus far; I wouldn’t hold my breath with this guy. Koji would probably be best utilized as a two inning guy in a tough spot, but he has been too valuable to our rotation.

If Ray had just been good, then we could have kept Sherrill as the LOOGY and dropped Walker.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:31 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Someone who can get someone out

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 1:56 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hammer Time!

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 1:20 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Reimold's the odd man out

with Wieters DH’ing day game after a night game. A few days ago I would have said that Reimold should have moved to right to get Nick a day off, but it seems like he’s coming out of his slump and you don’t want to mess with that.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 1:20 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I still would like to see Reimold over Luke in almost every scenario

But I get that Reimold has played every single game over the past week and Luke is on fire.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:25 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'd love to see your justification for that

Or are you in agreement with WaywardO who says Luke Scott is Jay Gibbons +10 BA points?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:26 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I like Luke Scott as a player and team member

But he has absolutely no place on this team in 2/3 years when we’ll be contending. By that logic, I would rather have 2011 contributing members like Reimold getting playing time right now, but again, I realize that you can’t bench a guy as hot as Luke.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:29 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

In 2011?

Hell yeah, I’d rather have Nolan.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:30 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

We're not going anywhere in 2009

So let the 2011 players get better right now.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:31 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Seems to me they are letting Nolan do that

Isn’t this the first game he hasn’t started since he’s been called up? One day off in 2.5 weeks isn’t exactly sending a message, it’s a day off.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:33 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I said this four or five posts ago

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:35 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I still would like to see Reimold over Luke in almost every scenario, but I get that Reimold has played every single game over the past week and Luke is on fire.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:37 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I got it, dude.

I got it.

Chill.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:38 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Chill?

Am I worked up?

You questioned my first post only to repeat the point that I initially made; I was just clarifying things.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:39 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Whatever.

I’m watching the game now.

And yeah, it’s reading to me as being a bit obsessed.

But whatever. I’m too busy watching Adam Jones glide through center field…

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:40 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

If you question me

Then I’m going to answer. Forgive me.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:43 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Only Wieters can truly forgive you.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 1:44 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I agree to a point

but, and maybe I just have my Luke Goggles on, in 2011 Luke will be 32/33 years old. If he can thrive as a DH there is no reason he can’t be a contributing member of this team.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 1:36 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

That would be ideal

But I don’t think a streaky, platoon type guy will cut it at age 33 on a contending team.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:42 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

if he last that long

the tough thing about late arrivers like Scott is they tend to be early retirees, too. Though maybe Scott is establishing a new performance level this year. Youneverknow.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 1:58 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

The thing that bugs me

And there’s no solution to it, but it still annoys me, is that late in the game when Zaun is at the plate you can’t PH him.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 1:32 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I'll bet Wiggy would catch....

and Feliz Pie may volunteer just to get into a game.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:34 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

And I wonder why exactly NO ONE on MASN has mentioned that.

That is a pretty big strategic gamble. You’re betting Zaun NEVER gets hurt when he catches? Or even when you need a better bat in the lineup in the 7th, 8th, or 9th?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:35 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

maybe

Package him and Walker to someone for a backup catcher then call up chris waters

by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 1:36 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

We're not going to carry 3 catchers.

That’s not gonna happen.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:37 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hey

it’s little league day!

by Kooz on May 31, 2009 1:33 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Hunter & Dempsey

I wonder if this broadcasting combo is why we lose on Sundays.

No, probably not. Actually, I like Jim Hunter, and he has to be feeling pretty good right now to see an Orioles team that’s actually exciting instead of having to muster his optimism and excitement for some of the stuff we’ve seen in recent years.

Will he die from sheer joy if he gets to call Wieters’ first homer? This is a real possibility. I hope someone keeps an eye on him.

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 1:34 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Cardiac paddles are at the ready in the MASN booth

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:38 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

FYI guys

I was on an older laptop last night and the game thread was AWFUL towards the end. I’ve never experienced that before. I don’t know if it will be an issue today since it’s a gorgeous Sunday afternoon, but if we get up to a ton of comments I’m going to start an overflow.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 1:40 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I'd say after 900 or so comments

At least, that’s when my iPhone refused to even load the page.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:41 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

the comp I was on

got pretty bad around 750ish. But yeah. Like I said, Sundays are usually pretty light, but I’m gonna keep an eye out.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 1:42 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

That's a wonderful idea...

and I like around 700… but I guess 900 isn’t too bad.

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:01 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Adam's been chasing those bad pitches the past few games

Looking like old school AJ

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 1:44 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I have noticed that as well

Teams are pitching around AJ and he isn’t being patient enough.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:45 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Berken continues to pleasantly surprise

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:50 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

rick dempsey

is having an orgasm over his mechanics right now

by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 1:50 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Just sayin'....

Jason Berken had a 125/38 K/BB in 2008 at Bowie. That ain’t bad.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:51 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Nice start for Berken

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 1:52 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

OK hitters, your turn

Let’s make their starter throw more than 7 pitches in the 2nd inning.

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 1:53 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

just as long

as Berken can pitch deep into games.
I’m tired of 5 inning pitchers screwing our bullpen over (cough) Daniel Cabrera, Adam Eaton, Garrett Olson (cough)

by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 1:53 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Hunter and Dempsey

A deadly duo.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:54 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Dempsey's a great guy...

who should be limited to pre- and post-game shows.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:55 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I just don't like his analysis at all

He is wrong more often than not.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:56 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Not just his analysis

Sometimes his hard facts are wrong. I like him because of his history with the team and because he’s just a likable dude, but yeah, it’s hard to listen to sometimes.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 1:58 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

He's amusing on pre and post

He’s death on game telecasts.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:59 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I just don't like some of the dumb shit he says.

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:02 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

The Nats are playing the Mets

I think the New York/division rival angle gives them the HD benefit this weekend.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 1:56 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

It's also on WJZ today

Unfortunately, that broadcast isn’t HD either. Which doesn’t make any sense since there shouldn’t be the same limitation as not having a MASN2 HD. But admittedly, the ins and outs of HD/not-HD broadcasts are not in my area of expertise.

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 1:57 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Well, WJZ affects MAYBE 40% of the watching audience

and I have no idea why WJZ doesn’t do HD. They broadcast in HD, the game is being shot in HD. Who knows?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:58 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Honestly

The bottom ticker just caps off the shitiness.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:57 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Among others...

Look, I’m no Comcast apologiest. I HATE that company. But it’s Comcast AND Time Warner AND DirecTv AND Dish and all of the 23 cable/sat companies that MASN has to deal with to get that 2nd HD channel. They shoot and archive evereything in HD, it’s the channel capacity that’s teh issue.

But sure, hate on Comcast. They are ONE of the reasons the O’s aren’t in HD today.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 1:57 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

and the MASN guy told us

that their goal is to get every game on HD, but since they broadcast twice as many baseball games as most RSNs, it’s not as easy. It’s just a waiting game for us, I guess. Although I don’t even have HD so I don’t really care.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 1:59 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

This feed is atrocious

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 1:55 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

please tell me

He isn’t singed to a 2 year deal

by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 1:57 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Alright, I won't tell you

The silver lining is I’m pretty sure the total value of the contract is only like $6 million.

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 1:59 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

But we're aren't denying he's signed to a 2 year dedal, either.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:00 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

He'll probably come round at some point

He’s always been a guy who hits lefties better than righties, though.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:07 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wiggy's a notoriously slow starter....

….with a career OPS more than 100 less than his average in April, and fifty below his average in May. Expect him to turn it around, esp. after the all-star break.

by James F on May 31, 2009 2:04 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I hope so

Unfortunately his current OPS is about 200 less than his average, and that’s through two months.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:08 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah....

…I’d also assume that his overall numbers will decline due to the move to the AL East.

by James F on May 31, 2009 2:13 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Ok, i understand and have accepted that wigginton cant hit.

but cant he at least stand up there and take 4 or 5 pitches before grounding out?

by kba26 on May 31, 2009 1:56 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Did you blink?

Then yeah, you missed it.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:00 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm debating whether I should start drinking now or just wait

Late afternoon barbecue is at 5:00, but that seems too far away.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:01 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I'd start pre-gaming now

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:02 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Brandy or Whiskey?

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:03 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Whiskey it is

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:07 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Who's got the Tankeray pic?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:07 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

you know I do.

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:08 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Didn't show up on my screen

Got the ol’ red X in a box. :(

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:09 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

shit...

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:09 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

There we go!

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:10 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Nearly 100 proof

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:10 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

ID, please...

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:13 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm gonna need to check your ID

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:13 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

That would be illegal

Nice try.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:14 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think you can start now

as long as you pace yourself.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:02 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Kept it in front of him

Play it like a soccer goalie…

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:03 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

i do believe

it used to be a lot worse, its not so bad now

by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 2:06 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah

at least he got rid of the mullet (still visible in his Birdland graphics)

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:09 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:09 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

39 pitches through 3 for Berken

I’ll take it.

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 2:06 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

the opposing pitcher having 17 through 2

is not

Sheldon: "You’re the milk thief!"
"Leonard said that I was crazy, but I knew the carton felt lighter."
~ Big Bang Theory

by Aldoran on May 31, 2009 2:07 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

well

if it isnt Greg “Automatic Out” Zaun

by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 2:08 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

zaun is going deep today... just not right now

and his OBP isn’t awful considering his Avg.

by whereswieters on May 31, 2009 2:09 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

What, clean up the area around his lokcer and collect everyone's socks?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:10 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Damn, Jim hatin' on the Demper!

“Well, the back up catcher, and you would know, you spent HALF YOUR CAREER in that role…”

Damn, Jim. That was harsh.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:09 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

It's Sunday

Who cares?!

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:11 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm pretty sure the games still count...

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:11 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah

My point was just that Dave seems to put out bad lineups on Sundays which exacerbates the real problem of Sunday just being a bad day for us for whatever reason.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:13 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, you would think

he’d sprinkle the off-days for everyone through the week, not all on one day.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:14 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Jackson isn't helping, either

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:11 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yup

No Reimold, no Izzy, plus Wiggy is actually worse than Mora so far.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:13 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wiggy

So far this year:

Vs. LHPs: .245/.275/.347
Vs. RHP: .213/.253/.330

Career:

Vs. RHPs: .261/.315/.435
Vs. LHPs: .286/.350/.503

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:18 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

See

if Trembley would put more thought into giving guys the day off instead of just giving everyone off on Sunday, he could rest Mora on a day when a lefty is pitching since that’s who Wiggy is best against.

When Mora was on the DL at the beginning of the year Wiggy played every single day and was totally overexposed. I don’t know if that will affect him over the rest of the year, I hope not. I’m not really sure if it would matter.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:23 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

28 pitches through 3 for Jackson

D’oh.

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 2:11 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Nothing like a CG on less than 90 pitches....

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:11 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

good question

dude is earnin his pay

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 2:14 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

he's always had the talent

atleast that’s what most scouts felt when he was considered one of the top prospects in a loaded LA Dodgers system

by mikekim21 on May 31, 2009 2:14 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

consolation prize

Granderson’s on my fantasy team hahah

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 2:15 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

crap

1-0 loss?

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:14 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Feels that way...

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:15 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

There homers are ludicrous

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:15 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

These

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:15 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

that's Ludcrisp!

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 2:16 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Maybe they'll fade into Bolivian....

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:17 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Rick Dempsey is out of his gourd

What is he talking about?

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:16 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

He just rambles on and on

The stuff Dempsey says makes sense in your head, but not in the actual world.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:18 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

To be honest....

I tune out Jim and Dempsey if they’re doing games.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:18 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

"He fooled me"

Rick, it doesn’t seem terribly difficult to fool you.

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:17 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Will Dempsey please just stop talking

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:18 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Apparently not.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:19 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm having trouble

determining which is PBP and which is color.

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:19 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Neither one of them will shut the hell up.

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:20 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

C'mon Jason

Pull it together.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:19 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

i dont

really want to lose today

by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 2:19 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

It really shouldn't count if it only hits your shirt

It also shouldn’t count if the ball hits somewhere that you are wearing body armor.

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 2:19 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

+1 on the body armor

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:20 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

+1 on the shirt too.

If that’s going to be allowed, there should be rule on “bagginess”… and I don’t mean douchebagginess. Although there should be a rule on that too.

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:20 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Proposed new rule

“If Alex Rodriguez is hit by a pitch, it shall be at the umpire’s discretion to evaluate his douchebag level and determine whether to award him first base.”

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 2:22 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

that's all he will allow

but the Royals might not score

pathetic Offensive club

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 2:20 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

though Denks/Danks? walked the leadoff guy

nize

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 2:21 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

His ERA will go 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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:25 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Even is he doesn't give up another run today in 8 more innings

How crazy is that?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

OH NOOOOOOO

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Not that JIm or Rick will tell us

but that 2nd out is a pretty big deal.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:20 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

lol

There’s too busy talking about the minor league guys… nevermind the big league game taking place right in front of them.

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:21 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Here's a thought...

how about talking about THE GAME, guys?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:21 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

or two strike walks.

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:22 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

No, Rick

Tillman will be the best, and Matusz will be right behind him.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:22 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Arrieta?

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:23 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Arietta is the most attractive one

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:23 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

He may be the cutest

But my money’s on Tillman.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:24 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

A hunk AND K'ing ten per nine? :P

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:24 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

the best of both worlds

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:25 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I wish that phrase didn't make

awful Hannah Montana songs play in my head. Thank you, Mom, for giving me all these younger siblings.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

My bad

I don’t know what you’re talking about (thank goodness) but I hate to make anyone think of Hannah Montana.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:27 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Dempsey cracks himself 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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:22 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

More Dempsey family love.

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:22 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

get some

fucking hits, i mean really

by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 2:23 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Not that anyone cares about Ty Wigginton

But the only thing I see out of the ordinary about his batted ball data is that he’s making contact on a lot of pitches out of the zone, despite not actually chasing more bad balls than usual. So, he SHOULD get a hit sometime again this season (regress toward his mean, for those of those who don’t speak snark).

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:23 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Nicely done

I like what Dave said about pitching with poise last week.

PARAPHRASE: “Don’t tell me someone pitched with poise when he wins 3-0. You have poise when you get in trouble and get out of it. If you get a couple of men on, get the guy at the plate out. That’s poise.”

And that’s what Berken just did. Good on ya, Jason.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:24 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

A Brian Roberts tendency

He twists away and takes the first pitch when it is good, and hacks at it when it is bad.

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 2:25 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Too busy thinking about his new wife....

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:27 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

can hardly blame him

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:28 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yowza

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:28 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

thats brian roberts wife??!!

dude is my hero now

holy schnikeys

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 2:30 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:31 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm sure she has a great personality, too.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:31 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Stranger things've happened

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'd rather be friends with Mrs Markakis

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

personality yea

sure ya do

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

haha Kris Benson and now BROB

well done boyeez

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

This image is really, really bad

I’m shown the score at the top of the screen, a fantastically shitty ticker on the bottom, and player’s statistics right above the bottomline just to cap things 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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:26 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Really?

The bottom ticker has three tabs which are dedicated to the Orioles and feed useless facts.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:28 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Nope

I got none of that. All I have is the score graphic at the top.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:29 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Same thing on DirecTv

Nothing at the bottom.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:30 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Weird

I’ll let you know when it comes up again.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:30 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah..

I don’t have that right now… I’ve seen it in past games, but not right now.

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:29 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

NOOOOO!!!

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:30 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm sick of that shit.

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:30 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

But Audbrey's NOT on 1st?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:30 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Let's go Aubrey!

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:31 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

AUUUUUUDREY!!!

:-(

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I mistyped it!

Wonder if I jinxed him…

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:34 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Damn

Good AB, bad result.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:33 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Yay Amber!

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:35 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Dave is NOT ruling out sending Koji to the 'pen

First time I’d heard that…

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:35 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

At this point

IS he our best starter?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:36 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

He's been REALLY good

I don’t know how long his stamina would hold up, but his FIP says he should have an ERA of about 3.50.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:37 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

If ya ask me...

way the rest of the starters had been… it’s the perfect place for him. Especially, since he can only seem to go 90ish pitches before falling apart.

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:37 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

And it is what his job was for the past 2 years....

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:37 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

in a perfect world

where we actually have a major league caliber rotation, I’d love to see him in the bullpen. He seems to profile perfectly there.

But as we know, our current rotation is not too strong, and he really has been one of our best SP’s.

by mikekim21 on May 31, 2009 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think we DO have a MLB rotation now.

To me, seriously, Hill is the weak link.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:40 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

maybe we do

but its close. I’m down for giving hill atleast a handful of more starts, I like his stuff.

by mikekim21 on May 31, 2009 2:43 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oh, I'm not saying replace him

Especially as a lefty. I’m just saying to me, he’s our #5 right now.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Attendance looks pretty good once again

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:36 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Rick: It's different being starter rather that a closer.

The hell you say!

http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral

by Oriole on May 31, 2009 2:36 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

And Jim Hunter says Koji should be a 3 inning closer

Wow, how does this guy NOT have a job as a manager?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:37 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Here is what I think

Closers are overrated. If you have a pitcher who can, like Jim said, come in and pitch the 7, 8, and 9 after Guthrie to save the pen for the day game, I think it’s a great idea.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:38 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

or

a pitcher gets knocked out in the 2nd? Koji comes in and pitches through the 7th. It’s not bad.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

That sounds logical

I like to call that role…Brian Bass.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Why not have two?

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

And the other is Danys Baez

do we need 3? Not sure…

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

They wouldn't have to pitch that many innings every time

But it can only help to have pitchers who can go longer. What can it possibly hurt? A guy who is capable of going 3 innings can also pitch to 1 or 2 batters if needed. A guy who can only pitch to 1 or 2 batters can’t pitch 3 innings if needed.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

And he gets to work MAYBE twice in a week?

How efficient is that? Use him in a Danys role, sure. But 3 innings at a time to close games? Meh…

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

2 innings as a bridge to the closer sounds fine

But 3 as the closer doesn’t.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:38 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Maybe I misunderstood him

I don’t think he was suggesting Koji be a 3 inning closer

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

especially as the situation he was referring to

koji would have come in to a tie game

Sheldon: "You’re the milk thief!"
"Leonard said that I was crazy, but I knew the carton felt lighter."
~ Big Bang Theory

by Aldoran on May 31, 2009 2:40 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

This might sound insane

But I’m actually digging what Jim Hunter is saying about Koji in the pen.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:37 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

3 innings at a time to close games?

That’s insane.

Koji in the ’pen? I could be down with that.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:38 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

me too...

I think instead of having “starters” and “’pen” just start whoever happens to be the hottest available pitcher and go to the next hottest when that guy runs out of gas during the game. Make the whole game a bullpen game.

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Well that seems a bit extreme

But I’m certainly down with letting bullpen pitchers pitch as long as they’re effective instead of being like “player x pitches the 7th, player y pitches the 8th, player z pitches the 9th”

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

That's definitely true

Diamond Dave has fallen too much in love with his “slots.”

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

But that's practically EVERY manager these days

I’d kill for someone who actually got creative with bullpen usage, but since managers have to be “baseball guys”….not happening.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:43 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

If you do what everyone else does

it’s not your fault when it doesn’t work.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Exactly

I remember the Royals were excited when they brought Hillman over from Japan, only to figure out he’s just another guy.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

The Weaver philosophy

Who’s the best guy right NOW? Unless there’s someone better in the ‘pen, leave the starter in. And Dave did a great job of that DFriday, rookie pitcher and all. He let him go out in the 9th until he showed he didn’t have it. That was a pretty big message he sent Friday to teh young guys – I’ll let you finish what you start.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Tis true.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:48 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Flat Brim Forever

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 2:39 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Get Berken some runs!

He’s pitching his posterior off.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:41 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

HE TOOK A BALL... above average At Bat

If Wiggy bats his weight this year, I don’t know how happy I’d be

by whereswieters on May 31, 2009 2:42 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Wigginton isn't very 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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:42 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Really?

DL hurt him and he took a while to get back into the swing of things, but his AVG is back up to about .275, isn’t it?

by alexw on May 31, 2009 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

His baserunning is ATROCIOUS this year.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Not to mention all the blown hit and runs

Poor Huff.

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I sometimes wonder

if he even looks at Juan Samuel when Huff’s on first.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

wiggity wiggity wiggity

wack

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 2:43 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Edwin Jackson

is not that good. We really are missing some hittable pitches.

by sickuvitall on May 31, 2009 2:42 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

He is this year

You don’t have a sub 2.50 ERA in your 1th start unless you’re doing something right.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:43 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

this might be the year he finally puts it together

since being the top SP prospect in the minors in 5 years ago

by mikekim21 on May 31, 2009 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

his numbers speak to the opposite.

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:43 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I should clarify

He is not that good today. We should be hitting him,

by sickuvitall on May 31, 2009 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Now that is a true statement

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Game isn't over yet

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wieters isn't getting many opportunities

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:44 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

0-2

Wieters is getting behind far too 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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:45 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I've noticed that too

It’s almost like he gets down 0-2 in every at-bat, fights his way back to 2-2 and then gets beat with off-speed stuff. He also seems to lay off the 0-2 fastball that’s totally borderline at the belt.

by Kooz on May 31, 2009 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm betting

he goers on a semi-tear on the West Coast without the pressure of playing at home.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah

It’s very hard to fight back once you’re so far down in the hole.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:48 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Royals just scored 2 runs

why can not we score runs?

geee

ate inning glorious comeback today, I sense it

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 2:47 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

late inning too

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Nicky doesn't glide the way Adam glides

but nice catch, Nick.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:48 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Devon White

was the king of the glide…. smooth baby smooth

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 2:49 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

outside

as was strike 2 actually

Sheldon: "You’re the milk thief!"
"Leonard said that I was crazy, but I knew the carton felt lighter."
~ Big Bang Theory

by Aldoran on May 31, 2009 2:51 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

although

strike two was just barely off the plate. ball 4 was almost a full ball further outside

Sheldon: "You’re the milk thief!"
"Leonard said that I was crazy, but I knew the carton felt lighter."
~ Big Bang Theory

by Aldoran on May 31, 2009 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

MASN should really fire up the pitch tracker automatically on close ones

I’d love to see how much that one missed by, if in fact it missed.

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 2:51 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

gameday says it was off

but it makes me wish even more I got orioles games on tv

by mikekim21 on May 31, 2009 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

This is getting silly

Berken’s trying to top Bergesen’s start….and getting no help.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:52 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

next up:

Automatic out
Automatic Out
Brian Roberts

by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 2:52 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Robert Andino owns Roy Halladay

He can certainly handle Edwin Jackson

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:53 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

he's got 11 hits this year

i’m pretty sure 8 of them have come over two games

Sheldon: "You’re the milk thief!"
"Leonard said that I was crazy, but I knew the carton felt lighter."
~ Big Bang Theory

by Aldoran on May 31, 2009 2:54 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

i lied

dunno why i thought he’d had another 4 hit game

Sheldon: "You’re the milk thief!"
"Leonard said that I was crazy, but I knew the carton felt lighter."
~ Big Bang Theory

by Aldoran on May 31, 2009 2:55 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Watch Robert Andino homer for the first time ever

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:53 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

After Zaun bunts for a hit?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:53 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

...as Jackson and Inge collide

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:54 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

These games

Just feel like big countdowns to Wieters’ next AB.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:52 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

So, after 6 innings....

86 pitches, 52 strikes, just 1 walk with 2 Ks

And Dempsey does make a good point – the 3 guys called up don’t walk many at all.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:52 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Which is such a welcome change

from the Lizs and Loewens and Olsons and Kohlmeiers of the world.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:55 PM EDT up reply actions   1 recs

OK, NOW I have the bottom crawl.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:54 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Yeah

And then they show Andino’s stats on top of that to screw everything 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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:56 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

The bottom ticker just showed up

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 2:54 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Jinx

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:55 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Bottom ticker

Right now. Stacey? 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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:55 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

No, is it gone?

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:56 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

It is gone now

Kinda like Briggadoon…

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:57 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Gone now

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:57 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

and yet rick

he is still not a good hitter

by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 2:55 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

32,233 on LL Day

So that’s 42K on Friday and wasn’t yesterday around 35K?

So that’s around 110K for the weekend?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:56 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Not bad at all

I think they said 38K last night, but I don’t know that for sure.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:57 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

64 pitches

Total. For Jackson.

by aumd87 on May 31, 2009 2:56 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Damn. That's criminal.

It would be higher if they just stood in and waited for a 3 pitch K.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:57 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

He walked!

Someone tell Andino to stand there and not swing more often.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:56 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

And there's today's stupid baserunning decision

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 2:58 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

yes

but that might as well have been a pitchout and was a perfect throw

Sheldon: "You’re the milk thief!"
"Leonard said that I was crazy, but I knew the carton felt lighter."
~ Big Bang Theory

by Aldoran on May 31, 2009 2:58 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

The larger point is

It’s only your second baserunner of the game, and you have the top of the order coming up. Why risk the out?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:00 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

To be able to justify sending Berken down

It’s a conspiracy!

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 3:01 PM EDT up reply actions   1 recs

Do your damage

Right now.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:56 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

WHAT ON EARTH?

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:57 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Trembley is just not good

At small 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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 2:58 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

The Orioles suck at stealing

Can’t they just realize it and stop?

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:58 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

With all the video they have...

maybe we should slip a $20 to an intern to put together a clip of all the busted hit and run and steal attempts and slide teh DVD uinder Diamond Dave’s door at the hotel tonight in Seattle.

Westie, get on that, will you? You’re closest.

And yes, I realize you live nowhere near Seattle, but Oregan is a hell of a lot closer than the rest of us…

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:00 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

only

if you guys pay for me to go to all three games

by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 3:04 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

How much are student tickets to M's games?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:04 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

So that's $30...

You PROMISE to get that video to Diamond Dave?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:21 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

WHAT THE FUCK!!!

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:58 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

i said

Hit and Run, not run with a terrible jump and get thrown out

by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 2:58 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Um

because it makes SO much sense to go for a SB/Hit-and-Run/whatever when you’ve barely had ANY baserunners.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 2:58 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

We can't steal

and so far can’t throw anyone out. -10 for baserunning Birds!

by sickuvitall on May 31, 2009 2:59 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Runner on first

with Brian, Adam, and Nick coming up and you get thrown out stealing. Unacceptable.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 2:59 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Very

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 2:59 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

At least Roberts hit a double play ball

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 3:00 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Can we please

stop hacking at that low junk slider with two strikes?

by sickuvitall on May 31, 2009 3:00 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Doesn't compute

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Comeback Commencing

Innings 7, 8 and 9

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 3:01 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Edwin pitching a hell of a game.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:01 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

So is Berken, aside from one pitch

But sometimes, one mistake will kill ya.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah he is

He looks much better today than on Tuesday

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:03 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hopefully, he gets the win today, too.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I like to call him Eddie Money

gee

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

He is

With any luck, the Tigers will get silly and bring in someone else

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

We don't want

to see their bullpen either, trust me.

by sickuvitall on May 31, 2009 3:03 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Anything's gotta be better than

one hit through six, 6 Ks.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 3:03 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Doesn’t their whole bullpen basically throw 100 mph or some crazy shit like that?

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 3:03 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Pretty much

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

We should have put an Xbox 360 and Guitar Hero: Metallica in their bullpen

Then we wouldn’t have to face Zumaya

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Berken will be MBP

If things don’t change.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:02 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Oooh

we get to play Bedard on Tuesday.

by aumd87 on May 31, 2009 3:03 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

assuming he doesn't fake another injury

to keep from having to face his old teammates.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:04 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Watch for 15 Day DL

Erik Bedard: 15 Day DL (Pulled ass muscle.)

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

He'll pull 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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:04 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oh, dear God

The suicide prevention hotlines would overload.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:07 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

And Bedard injures himself in the process

You know it would happen.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 3:08 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

WHATEVER

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:03 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

BTW...

heard earlier today that Matt Wieters is just the 5th catcher EVER in MLB history to have a triple as his first hit.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:03 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Way to be dismissive of a mental disorder, Rick.

Whatever.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

First domestic violence, now this

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:04 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don't believe in schizophrenia!

What mental disorder?

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Psychological disorder

WHATEVER

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Thanks for the correction

Thankfully, I’m not OCD.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:07 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Remember when Adam Eaton pitched against Zack Greinke?

AHAHAHAAHAHHAAH

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:06 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

No one's picked up Eaton yet

Which makes me lol.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 3:07 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Only 34K?

Must be empty in the upper decks.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:07 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I would guess a lot of empties are club level

When they go wide it looks like the 2-3 sections closest to the warehouse up the first base line are empty, and pretty empty on the club level on the third base side where fair and foul territory come together.

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 3:10 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

DAMN, Demper calling out JIM PALMER now!

Wow, Rick’s gettin’ a little too comfortable today.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:08 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I've almost completely stopped listening to him

It’s just static.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:09 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I’m going to be drunk AND pissed if we lose 1-0.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:09 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Prepare to be drunk AND pissed

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:09 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Shit

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:11 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Zaun

Good play?!

by aumd87 on May 31, 2009 3:09 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Gameday says Thomas grounded out to Zaun

Which gives me the funny mental picture of ZAUN chasing a ball out from behind the plate as it heads towards Andino at short.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 3:10 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

"I've played in most of them..."

Yeah, except for the, what, 12 ballparks they’ve built since you retired?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:09 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

does rock n jock softball count?

Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."

by dayzd toe on May 31, 2009 3:10 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Napping from 12:30-2:45 is NOT Birdland dang it!

But I am caught up, Berken is doing well, despite one mistake pitch, and Edwin is killing us right now. 2,3,4,etc. for us in the bottom? Lets get busy

by Timmy L. on May 31, 2009 3:10 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

You didn't miss anything

Wieters is 0-2.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:11 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

As is the vast majority of the lineup

We have, what, 1 hit?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:13 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

102 pitches

So, does he go out for the 8th? Danys has been warming up…

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:10 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I think 102 is enough.

He’s pitched really well today, but you don’t want to push a rookie starter too hard.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 3:11 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

especially in such a close game

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:12 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I guess no

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:12 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

So, 90 minutes in, and we're in the bottom of the 7th

They want to make that plane with time to spare, huh?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:12 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

GET SOME RUNS

I HOPE CAPITAL LETTERS WILL HELP.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 3:13 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

OK, Adam triple, Nicky HR, and Berken CG

Let’s go, guys!
OK, I’ll let up on teh Berken CG

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:13 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Demps is loving B'more today

A) Crowley is the best hitting coach out there
B) Jim Palmer, Jim palmer, jim palmer,
C) OPACY is the best ballpark out there (I wont argue with that :-)
D) I am expecting a 3 run inning pretty soon.

by Timmy L. on May 31, 2009 3:13 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

He's loving SOMETHING

and I think it’s Gary’s hidden flask.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:14 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

More like....

6DR

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:16 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

That was some bad, bad luck

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:16 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Ugh

Works it to 3-2 this time, at least.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 3:16 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

8 pitch ABs are Birdland

When they happen with regularity, early in the game. Not in the 7th against a team with a BP full of fire-breathers.

by fishoutawata on May 31, 2009 3:18 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Joel Zumaya’s 2nd job, after games.

by Timmy L. on May 31, 2009 3:19 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Damn, 40 RBI already

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:17 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hi all

Been following, just not chiming in. Pathetic offense. A decent start is a terrible thing to waste.

by fishoutawata on May 31, 2009 3:17 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Ow ow

This inning hurts.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 3:17 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

LOVE that bucket hat

Just wish they were a little bigger, ‘cause my big head don’t fit in them.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:18 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

This is ridic

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:19 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

ok verlander and edwin have been dealing......

and we hit better off of verlander. Definitely not the guy I thought we would have hit better.

by Timmy L. on May 31, 2009 3:20 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Time to split screen with NASCAR

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:20 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Jackson at 87 pitches

Need to get him the heck out of the game. The O’s couldn’t hit him today if they were swinging snowboards.

"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"

by NHZ on May 31, 2009 3:20 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Baez on his way in

Jason Berken pitched a hell of a game today. He deserves better.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:21 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Can I risk being burned as a heretic?

Because it seems pretty obvious to me that Weiters is, after all, just a rookie—a very talented rookie, but still someone who has a ways to go before he can go toe to toe with even a moderately capable MLB pitcher on a consistent basis. He’s done all he can do in AAA, true, but he still has a lot to learn at this level.

Let the flaming begin.

by fishoutawata on May 31, 2009 3:21 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

How dare u write that!

John tonight let it be Lowenstein

by Bizird Fan on May 31, 2009 3:22 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think 3 games is a bit soon

Hell, we gave Felix Pie 3 weeks before we turned on him.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:22 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don't think you're being that unreasonable

But I don’t think it’ll take him long to adjust.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:23 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

No not too long

Next season, just like AJ.

by fishoutawata on May 31, 2009 3:23 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Final line on Jason Berken

7 IP, 4 H, 1 R, 2 BB, 2 K

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:24 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Let's go Danys!

Throw some strikes.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:25 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

ONE damn pitch.

This game’s gonna come down to ONE damn pitch.

Shit.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:25 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Dammit!

The MFY are doing it again!

by fishoutawata on May 31, 2009 3:25 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

argggggg the tribe were up 4-2!!

now it’s 4-4. Tex with all 4 rbi (booooo!) but he is on my fantasy team

by Timmy L. on May 31, 2009 3:27 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I just bought my tix for AJ bobblehead day yesterday

I can’t wait to have it! It’s so cute.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:27 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

blowing bubbles!!

so smooth and cool in center field

by Timmy L. on May 31, 2009 3:27 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I wish I had a Stacey bobblehead

So I could make the play together like barbies.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:28 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

There’s a joke there, but I’m going to avoid making it so as not to get slapped.

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 3:30 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I was going to say

so that I could make them kiss, but then I remembered the bubble gum. It might get in the way.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:31 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

You know....

you can do that

http://www.headbobble.com/

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:36 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

yeah I know

I had one made for my friend for her birthday. I had to send in pictures of her from all angles and such. It way more giant than any regular bobbleheads though.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:37 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Just a long, long out people....

Calm down…
OOOH! ADAM JONES BOBBLEHEAD! I want that!

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:27 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

So, Dempsey's telling us how AJ needs to play deeper

because he just caught a ball in deep CF?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:28 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

1-0 losses are not fun

Come on.

My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:28 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

How about 2-0 losses?

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:29 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

2-0

are no fun either

by aumd87 on May 31, 2009 3:29 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Good work, Nick

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:29 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Game's over.

Dammit.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:29 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Miss Wiggy!!! Woo!

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:33 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

what a what??

huh? im confused. did he just get a hit.

by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 3:33 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

so without that other run

i’d be very very happy right now

by Timmy L. on May 31, 2009 3:33 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

but what am i saying

LUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUKE is up

by Timmy L. on May 31, 2009 3:34 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

give him a meatball

or walk him. then the future is up

by Timmy L. on May 31, 2009 3:35 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

ooh the ticker is there now, Baltimo!

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:35 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I told 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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:36 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

It's pretty ugly

But was only there for a few seconds.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:37 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Ha

Just that kinda day

by aumd87 on May 31, 2009 3:36 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Yup

Only Matt Wieters himself could save us

Ooh, look who’s up!

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:37 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Let's go, Matt

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:36 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

The warehouse roof is waiting for your ball, Matt

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 3:37 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

0-2 again

Dammit this is not fun.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:37 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Now it's up to Zaun.

Who we sadly cannot PH with Reimold

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:38 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

That's a big deal

and NO ONE on MASN has mentioned it.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:39 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Drive him in

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:39 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Well, at least the top of the lineup comes up in the 9th, most likely.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:39 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

and wasn't reimold just in the on deck circle?

pinch hitting for andino. so andino can stay in the top of the 9th at short still.

by Timmy L. on May 31, 2009 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

'E's not the messiah

’E’s a very naughty boy.

by fishoutawata on May 31, 2009 3:39 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Zaun sucks

I don’t care if he is a veteran or can block the ball or whatever. He sucks. And he looks creepy too.

by aumd87 on May 31, 2009 3:39 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

But at the moment

he’s our best hitting catcher.

by fishoutawata on May 31, 2009 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

watching Greg Zaun

is painful, he is the only hitter who i honestly know isnt going to get a hit

by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 3:40 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Nice play Brian!

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:43 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Gosh I hope we can do well on this west coast swing.

Seattle and Oakland just seem really weak. Westcoastosfan, you’re near them, what’s the scoop?

by Timmy L. on May 31, 2009 3:43 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Nice play, B-Rob

Love the rainbow throw.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:43 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

9 - 1 - 2

In the ninth.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:43 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Hopefully, that means

Reimold-Roberts-Jones

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:44 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Reimold, Brian, AJ

Decent.

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:44 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:46 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Ugh

Why the hell would you walk Everett?

by fishoutawata on May 31, 2009 3:44 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Because you coudln't throw strikes?

I doubt it was on purpose.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:46 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

My point being

that that is one guy who can’t hurt you any more if you throw him strikes than if you don’t.

by fishoutawata on May 31, 2009 3:47 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

That's true.

but sometimes, you just can’t throw it over the plate. It happens.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:48 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Get that dastardly .245 career hitter out of the way

And bring up the guy who hit 2 HR last night.

What could be more logical than that?

by alexw on May 31, 2009 3:46 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

CRAP

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:46 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Ugh.

Berken deserves better. :(

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:46 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I hate that Clete Thomas

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:46 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Who names their kid Clete, anyway?

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:47 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Time for a look at the Esskay out-of-town scoreboard

This just in: Zach Greinke has now given up four earned runs and has an ERA over 1 for the first time this season.

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 3:47 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

wow

thats all im gonna say about you mister hendrickson. Now please pack your bags and go meet up with adam eaton

by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 3:47 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I'm outta here.

Gots fam stuff to do. Good luck, I’ll be listening on the radio.

"I’m going to go out and buy pizzas for everybody, and we’re going to have a pajama party out there waiting for Wieters..." - Dave Trembley

by duck on May 31, 2009 3:47 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

LHP?

Just Georgie—not enough.

by fishoutawata on May 31, 2009 3:49 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

I dont believe

in matchups, we should just throw our best pitcher and screw the numbers. Its better then throwing Hendrickson or Walker

by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 11:31 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

The O's get a great crowd for 2 straight games

And end up dropping both barring a ninth inning comeback.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:49 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Why is Izturis PH'ing?

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:50 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I guess DD wanted a lefty

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 3:50 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Cause he makes more sense on the bases than Reimold

and cause DD is very optimistic about having to play defense

by fishoutawata on May 31, 2009 3:51 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

maybe experience/left handed

instead of Reimold. But I’d much rather have Reimold up. Different take with a 3 run deficit versus 2 run deficit too? Izzy’s goal is just to get on base.

by Timmy L. on May 31, 2009 3:51 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

What??

Why pinch hit Izturis? He can’t bat from the left side. Given its the 9th, why not PH Reimold and use Izzy as a defensive substitute if things get that far…

by alexw on May 31, 2009 3:51 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

yuppppppp

and izzy strikes out!! Who’da thunk? he never does….. :-(

by Timmy L. on May 31, 2009 3:52 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I want the O's to win so badly

But my wish just won’t come true.

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:52 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

I'm sorry :(

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:54 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Don't worry

I usually wish for losses in order to achieve a higher draft pick, but I’m drunk right now so wins seem 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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 3:56 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

Fuck it, bring on the west coast

Still been a pretty damn good week in Birdland.

Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008

by Eat More Esskay on May 31, 2009 3:57 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Oh well

I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones

by Stacey on May 31, 2009 3:57 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

What

a depressing game.

Berken the losing pitcher. WTF. 2 hits??

by alexw on May 31, 2009 3:58 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Our lineup is so scary!!!!

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 4:02 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

At some point it will become scary to other teams, too :)

Eventually, it will be a really well balanced attack. But for now, it’s just bloody inconsistent.

by fishoutawata on May 31, 2009 4:06 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

That's an understatement

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

by Baltimo on May 31, 2009 4:07 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

In the silver lining department...

Only one boneheaded baserunning play today. :)

Of course, it helps to only have had 4 baserunners :(

by fishoutawata on May 31, 2009 4:07 PM EDT reply actions   0 recs

Oh, yeah

and the Indians won.

by fishoutawata on May 31, 2009 4:10 PM EDT up reply actions   0 recs

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