GameDay: Detroit Tigers (27-21) at Baltimore Orioles (23-27)
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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!
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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
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
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
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.
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
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.
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
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
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
Hendrickson
I know, I know. But that’s what I think it should be.
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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?"
Yeah you really can't deny Luke right now
You just don’t mess with that.
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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."
Adam's been chasing those bad pitches the past few games
Looking like old school AJ
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
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
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
rick dempsey
is having an orgasm over his mechanics right now
by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 1:50 PM EDT reply actions
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
I just don't like some of the dumb shit he says.
Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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?"
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.
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
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?
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
well
if it isnt Greg “Automatic Out” Zaun
by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 2:08 PM EDT reply actions
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
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
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
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
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
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
Yup
No Reimold, no Izzy, plus Wiggy is actually worse than Mora so far.
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
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?"
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
"He fooled me"
Rick, it doesn’t seem terribly difficult to fool you.
Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."
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
I'm having trouble
determining which is PBP and which is color.
Jioe Flaacco, Hon!!! "He’s like a live JUGS machine."
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
+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
+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."
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
that's all he will allow
but the Royals might not score
pathetic Offensive club
John tonight let it be Lowenstein
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
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
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
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
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
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
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?"
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
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?"
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
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
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
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
http://baltimoresportsreport.com/2009/01/29/meet-mrs-brian-roberts/
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
I'm 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
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
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
Nope
I got none of that. All I have is the score graphic at the top.
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
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
we could really use a baserunner
i’ll take an error
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
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
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
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
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?"
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."
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
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.
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
maybe we do
but its close. I’m down for giving hill atleast a handful of more starts, I like his stuff.
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
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
Rick: It's different being starter rather that a closer.
The hell you say!
http://www.mvn.com/oriolecentral
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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."
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
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
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?"
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
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
HE TOOK A BALL... above average At Bat
If Wiggy bats his weight this year, I don’t know how happy I’d be
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
although Melmo has been very bad this year
by whereswieters on May 31, 2009 2:43 PM EDT up reply actions
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?
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
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
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
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
this might be the year he finally puts it together
since being the top SP prospect in the minors in 5 years ago
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
don't forget Willie Mays Hayes
He was pretty silky too
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
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
gameday says it was off
but it makes me wish even more I got orioles games on tv
This is getting silly
Berken’s trying to top Bergesen’s start….and getting no help.
"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"
one good offensive inning
and this could be ours
next up:
Automatic out
Automatic Out
Brian Roberts
by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 2:52 PM EDT reply actions
Robert Andino owns Roy Halladay
He can certainly handle Edwin Jackson
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
and yet rick
he is still not a good hitter
by WestcoastO'sFan on May 31, 2009 2:55 PM EDT reply actions
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
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
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
He walked!
Someone tell Andino to stand there and not swing more often.
"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"
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
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
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
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
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
The Orioles suck at stealing
Can’t they just realize it and stop?
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
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
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
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
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
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
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?"
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
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
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
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
He is
With any luck, the Tigers will get silly and bring in someone else
"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"
Anything's gotta be better than
one hit through six, 6 Ks.
"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"
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
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
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
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
assuming he doesn't fake another injury
to keep from having to face his old teammates.
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
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
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
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
And Bedard injures himself in the process
You know it would happen.
"Do they have people that tall in Mexico?"
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
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
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
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
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
Remember when Adam Eaton pitched against Zack Greinke?
AHAHAHAAHAHHAAH
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
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
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
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
I've almost completely stopped listening to him
It’s just static.
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
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
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
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?"
"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
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
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
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
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
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?"
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
Hi all
Been following, just not chiming in. Pathetic offense. A decent start is a terrible thing to waste.
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
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.
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
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?"
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
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.
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
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
No not too long
Next season, just like AJ.
by fishoutawata on May 31, 2009 3:23 PM EDT up reply actions
2.25 ERA for Berken in 2 starts, 12.0 IP
"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
come on reimold was called out on strikes with a very similar pitch in that toronto game
I know each game had different umps, but come on! ha
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
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
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
I wish I had a Stacey bobblehead
So I could make the play together like barbies.
I’m smart, not a dummy. ~Adam Jones
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
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
You know....
you can do 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
He should be getting an intentional walk
according to Leyland.
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
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
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
0-2 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
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
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
damnit... somebody check that ball
it’s gotta be doctored
by 7Swords of Salat on May 31, 2009 3:39 PM EDT reply actions
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
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.
'E's not the messiah
’E’s a very naughty boy.
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.
But at the moment
he’s our best hitting catcher.
by fishoutawata on May 31, 2009 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions
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
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?
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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?
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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…
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
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
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
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
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
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
In the silver lining department...
Only one boneheaded baserunning play today. :)
Of course, it helps to only have had 4 baserunners :(
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