GameThread: Orioles (32-38) @ Marlins (36-36)
by SC on Jun 24, 2009 4:41 PM EDT
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Baltimore Orioles at Florida Marlins, Jun 24, 2009 7:10 PM EDT
Fans (?) in Miami will be treated to one hell of an excellent pitching matchup tonight at 7:10. I mean, just take a look at these stat lines and try to control yourself. You'll likely be overcome with the desire to start an online petition to make this the All-Star Game starting matchup, or even name them Cy Youngs for their leagues.
BUT SERIOUSLY, FOLKS! Nolasco is on the short list for Fantasy Baseball's Biggest Bust, 2009 (Starting Pitcher), up there with Daisuke Matsuzaka and Rich Harden, both of whom are on my fantasy team. I just put Daisuke on the FA market. I've seen enough!
Nolasco has also posted a 2.50 ERA in three starts since returning from a stint at AAA, so maybe I shouldn't bust on him so hard.
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My bad
but that U.S.-Spain soccer game was AWESOME
by Timmy L. on Jun 24, 2009 4:55 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
i know
finally had a good game. bocanegra’s return was clutch
by twistedlogic on Jun 24, 2009 5:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Shockingly awesome
Although I was rooting for Spain…I recognized more of their players than the ones from my own country
"Take on Me" - a-ha
by exitfare on Jun 24, 2009 7:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
hmm you should have invested in some quality fantasy pitching
like i did! Notables include John Maine, Joel Hanrahan, and Brad Lidge! total domination right there!
by twistedlogic on Jun 24, 2009 5:55 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Stupid Nolasco
I drafted him in fantasy and dropped his ass when he went down to the minors.
I didn’t read last night’s game thread but I’m hoping one of you stepped up to identify the Golden Girls house.
I will lead these Peoples to the promised land, also known as "Slightly Ahead of the Blue Jays." ~WietersRunDry
by Stacey on Jun 24, 2009 6:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
There was indeed a winner
You’re looking right at him.
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Jun 24, 2009 6:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
only 6 games out of the wild card
GO O’s
Guys are getting pied Dave Trembley can't explain it
by WestcoastO'sFan on Jun 24, 2009 6:13 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
OK, I'm the old guy, so I can ask
Who is that?
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:10 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Is he still around?
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
no
i dont know who it is actually
Guys are getting pied Dave Trembley can't explain it
by WestcoastO'sFan on Jun 24, 2009 7:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Pretty boring lineup without Jones and Reimold
But then again, watching AJ is pretty painful.
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
by Baltimo on Jun 24, 2009 6:28 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
O's Starting Lineup
1. Brian Roberts – 2B
2. Felix Pie – CF
3. Nick Markakis – RF
4. Aubrey Huff – 1B
5. Melvin Mora – 3B
6. Luke Scott – LF
7. Matt Wieters – C
8. Robert Andino – SS
9. Jason Berken – RHP
Geaux Eaux's
by NawlinsOriole on Jun 24, 2009 6:40 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
wow pie batting 2nd... are we giving up?
by Timmy L. on Jun 24, 2009 7:04 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
saving a couple good bats for the inevitable late game national league lineup flambe?
by mpire on Jun 24, 2009 7:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
ya
because hes a solid 4th/5th outfielder
by NickMarkaces on Jun 24, 2009 7:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
pie 2nd?
really? I mean I know it’s in vogue to question Mora 5th but…
by pasaluki on Jun 24, 2009 6:47 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
thats better than
melmo at 2nd and pie 5th
by twistedlogic on Jun 24, 2009 7:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
There is that...
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:08 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Pie!
I like Pie!
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:13 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
me too
i’m currently helping myself to a massive piece of strawberry rhubarb pie. delicious
by twistedlogic on Jun 24, 2009 7:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Given the choice...
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Good thing Pie wasn't given his chance
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 Jun 24, 2009 7:13 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, 'cause ONE at-bat is totally enough evidence to prove your point
If you want to argue you’d rather have Pie than Reimold in LF, you go right ahead and make that argument.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Do you actually think I want that? We’ve had this conversation many, many times, and I just wanted Felix to get his shot.
Since being cut out of the lineup, though, Felix has continually shown up in limited playing time.
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
by Baltimo on Jun 24, 2009 7:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Which I would argue proves he's a great fit as a 4th OF
and nothing more. I love the fact we haven’t read one article with Felix bitching about playing time (I’m looking at YOU, Ryan Freel). Actually, I like our OF situation just the way it is.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I can't disagree with Felix likely being a 4th outfielder anyway
It just still irks me that the FO/coaches jointly agreed to cut Pie out prematurely.
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
by Baltimo on Jun 24, 2009 7:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We should cut them all...
they all stink
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 7:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I can see an argument he should have had a few more weeks....
but part of me is glad Nolan got the chance he did when he did.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:20 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Way to back me up, Felix
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 Jun 24, 2009 7:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Doesn't bother me
basically the same as Markakis hitting a grounder that gets Pie out but B Rob to 3rd. Pie running to 2nd was part of why B Rob made it to 3rd. I think.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wish Delmarva was at home
so I could compare attendance numbers…
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:14 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Only Buck Martinez
could call a ball high that was at the belt.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:19 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Was Pie out by a good bit or was it close?
by col_kl1nk on Jun 24, 2009 7:19 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Uh, he didn't even get into his slide.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Jun 24, 2009 7:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thank god we pulled that double steal
Def worth it to waste the out…
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 7:19 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
So, how long before Jason Berken rejoins David Hernandez
back in Norfolk?
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:23 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Actually, wouldn't Hernandez be the likely candidate to replace him?
Frankly I don’t know why Hernandez went down and Berken stayed up.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Jun 24, 2009 7:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
they want the pitchers with the greatest upside
to stay in the minors the longest
by NickMarkaces on Jun 24, 2009 7:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hernandez actually was getting worse results at the time
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
he has
about 5 minutes
Guys are getting pied Dave Trembley can't explain it
by WestcoastO'sFan on Jun 24, 2009 7:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well, that sucked.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:27 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
This is going to be a long night
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Jun 24, 2009 7:27 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
It's got all the makings of one
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
you stink melvin
Guys are getting pied Dave Trembley can't explain it
by WestcoastO'sFan on Jun 24, 2009 7:27 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
huff
shoulda come off the bag. i hate it when 1Bs reach into the baseline to try and make plays
by twistedlogic on Jun 24, 2009 7:29 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Job #1 - control the ball
Gotta keep the ball in front of you. Foot on the base does no good if the ball sails past you.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
3 batters, no outs, 2 runs.
Yup, this game is shaping up to be fun for all!
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:29 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Make that 4...
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ok, if Berken doesn't get out of the first inning tonight
And all indications say he won’t, he has to go back to the minors, right?
I am not a fan of this kid.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Jun 24, 2009 7:30 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Ok, maybe he will make it to the 2nd
I still think he belongs back in Norfolk
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Jun 24, 2009 7:31 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
He has the potential
to devolve into Garret Olson.
His upside could be a useful #4 or #5, and there ain’t nothin’ wrong with that.
I’d love a #4 capable of winning 12 or so, and I think he could do that with more experience.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:34 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
he has a 67 ERA+.
Granted, that’s only in 5 games started so far, but nothing about him says “ready for the majors.”
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Jun 24, 2009 7:34 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
which is why he's starting in a year
noone expects to be win in
by NickMarkaces on Jun 24, 2009 7:36 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
he isnt THAT bad
he had two great starts that were wasted. that start agains the tigers where we got shutout by cy young…..i mean edwin jackson………was outstanding. give him a chance
by twistedlogic on Jun 24, 2009 7:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Plane is waiting at Miami airport, he gets to ride public transportation bus there
by Timmy L. on Jun 24, 2009 7:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Screw that
I bet there’s a Greyhound station in Miami.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Um, Buck...
…you just said Uggla and H-Ram have homered in the same game 14 times this season.
Hanley only has 11 HR this season, I believe. So, in short, huh?
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Jun 24, 2009 7:33 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
stop pouting and grab your glove Dan - you are the 3rd out.
by typozzz on Jun 24, 2009 7:34 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
No your glove gets brought out to you
when your in the majors
by NickMarkaces on Jun 24, 2009 7:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wow I go to grab dinner for 20 minutes and all hell breaks loose
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 7:35 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
2runs
is not equal to all hell breaking loose
by NickMarkaces on Jun 24, 2009 7:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
0 outs 2 runs, is pretty close to hell.
Its getting warm atleast
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 7:38 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
um the first inning is over
thats 3 outs
by NickMarkaces on Jun 24, 2009 7:38 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wow no shit?
Am I on a computer right now?
I was saying at 0 outs and 2 runs…thats close to hell breaking loose.
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 7:40 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
If it had been Danny Cabs
we’d all be a twitter about how he was making strides towards improving as a pitcher.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:38 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I completely disagree with Wieters and Bick
Without looking up the statistics, Matt has been abysmal with two strikes.
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 Jun 24, 2009 7:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
You are correct
0-2: .00 BA
1-2: .071 BA
2-2: .091 BA
3-2: .200 BA
http://www.baseball-reference.com/players/split.cgi?n1=wietema01&year=&t=b
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 8:04 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Interleague goes on for far too long
I can’t stand it.
My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get ahold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.' -Earl Weaver
by Baltimo on Jun 24, 2009 7:48 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
that guy
we dominated last nite….lindstrom…..is now on the DL
by twistedlogic on Jun 24, 2009 7:48 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
2 pitches, 2 outs
Marlins are hacking, and Berken’s hanging in there.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 7:58 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
i sense a losing streak
Guys are getting pied Dave Trembley can't explain it
by WestcoastO'sFan on Jun 24, 2009 8:06 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Has been for a while.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
mediocre defense from our catchers
wieters wasnt blocking the plate at all
by twistedlogic on Jun 24, 2009 8:14 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
that run was Luke's fault
he need to get it in quicker
by NickMarkaces on Jun 24, 2009 8:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm switching over to Wipeout and I Survived a Japanese Game Show
Hey, the kids win. Keep me informed…
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 8:19 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Atleast Jones knows what he is doing wrong
If he was oblivious that’d be a bigger problem.
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 8:22 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
watching games
in this stadium is painful
Guys are getting pied Dave Trembley can't explain it
by WestcoastO'sFan on Jun 24, 2009 8:50 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
hey everyone, missed much so far?
Hendrickson looks very, very hittable.
by SidewinderX on Jun 24, 2009 8:55 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
A really forgettable game so far.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 8:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
David Hernandez pulled after 40 pitches
and Koji is expected not to make his next start.
Koji’s gotta go to the bullpen, right? IF he can’t go 6 IP without hurting himself, and fatigues when pitching when it’s 75 degrees and not humid, what’s August in Baltimore going to look like?
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 8:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Why the heck would the Marlins build a new stadium?
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 8:57 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
To try and attract fans?
Although, correct me if I’m wrong, it’s NOT going to be domed?
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 8:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Retractable roof, I believe.
" I'm happy to announce that we've made Adam Jones our 4th and 5th starting pitcher as well as bench coach and team chaplain" - peter_angelos 8:04 AM May 14th from digsby
"Matt Wieters Adopted Mark Texiera's Parents Because He Felt They Needed A Son To Be Proud Of."
by getxstoked on Jun 24, 2009 8:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
have you seen this one?
Guys are getting pied Dave Trembley can't explain it
by WestcoastO'sFan on Jun 24, 2009 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Yes, but have you seen how many people are NOT in it.
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 9:00 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
although
Matt doesn’t seem to like blocking the plate
by SidewinderX on Jun 24, 2009 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dude's 6'5"
All he has to do is stand there.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
ya
but he’s standing on the wrong side
by SidewinderX on Jun 24, 2009 9:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
HAHA.
DON’T FUCKING RUN ON NICK, DIPSHITS.
Wait, no, keep doing it.
" I'm happy to announce that we've made Adam Jones our 4th and 5th starting pitcher as well as bench coach and team chaplain" - peter_angelos 8:04 AM May 14th from digsby
"Matt Wieters Adopted Mark Texiera's Parents Because He Felt They Needed A Son To Be Proud Of."
by getxstoked on Jun 24, 2009 8:58 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
That's why I have TiVo
Can’;t wait to see it.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
good grief
get hendo outta there. He’s serving up meatballs
by SidewinderX on Jun 24, 2009 9:00 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I CAN wait to see that....
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 9:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i love
watching markakis gun ppl out at the plate. that throw was a rope
by twistedlogic on Jun 24, 2009 9:06 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Andino is a terrible bunter.
Get him some lessons with Mora or something.
" I'm happy to announce that we've made Adam Jones our 4th and 5th starting pitcher as well as bench coach and team chaplain" - peter_angelos 8:04 AM May 14th from digsby
"Matt Wieters Adopted Mark Texiera's Parents Because He Felt They Needed A Son To Be Proud Of."
by getxstoked on Jun 24, 2009 9:09 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
It is one of the few things
Mora still does right.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 9:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Exactly.
I hate that he does it, but at least he uses proper technique when he does.
" I'm happy to announce that we've made Adam Jones our 4th and 5th starting pitcher as well as bench coach and team chaplain" - peter_angelos 8:04 AM May 14th from digsby
"Matt Wieters Adopted Mark Texiera's Parents Because He Felt They Needed A Son To Be Proud Of."
by getxstoked on Jun 24, 2009 9:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Which went higher?
Wieters pop up or Dino’s bunt?
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 9:13 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wieters pop up
Dino’s bunt was more of a loopy line drive write to the 1B
by NickMarkaces on Jun 24, 2009 9:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I guess sarcasm is not something you dabble with
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 9:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just cus I felt like answering
doesnt mean I don’t notice the sarcasm
by NickMarkaces on Jun 24, 2009 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Answering seems like you think its a serious question...
As if I was not aware that Wieters pop up went maybe 100+ feet into the air and Dino’s bunt went about 15 feet.
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was out playing softball until like an hour ago.
" I'm happy to announce that we've made Adam Jones our 4th and 5th starting pitcher as well as bench coach and team chaplain" - peter_angelos 8:04 AM May 14th from digsby
"Matt Wieters Adopted Mark Texiera's Parents Because He Felt They Needed A Son To Be Proud Of."
by getxstoked on Jun 24, 2009 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Terrible call.
Bonifacio was most certainly out.
" I'm happy to announce that we've made Adam Jones our 4th and 5th starting pitcher as well as bench coach and team chaplain" - peter_angelos 8:04 AM May 14th from digsby
"Matt Wieters Adopted Mark Texiera's Parents Because He Felt They Needed A Son To Be Proud Of."
by getxstoked on Jun 24, 2009 9:18 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
And now he scored on that bullshit.
" I'm happy to announce that we've made Adam Jones our 4th and 5th starting pitcher as well as bench coach and team chaplain" - peter_angelos 8:04 AM May 14th from digsby
"Matt Wieters Adopted Mark Texiera's Parents Because He Felt They Needed A Son To Be Proud Of."
by getxstoked on Jun 24, 2009 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
what happened changed the channel for a sec
by NickMarkaces on Jun 24, 2009 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bonifacio "beat out" a grounder (to my eye)
Throwing error on a steal of second, he took third, then Felix Pie was daydreaming in center so he scored.
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Jun 24, 2009 9:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
weiters threw the ball into the outfield
and pie held the ball and let bonifacio score from first.
by SidewinderX on Jun 24, 2009 9:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That was on Pie more than Matt.
Though Matt probably should have just let him take the base.
" I'm happy to announce that we've made Adam Jones our 4th and 5th starting pitcher as well as bench coach and team chaplain" - peter_angelos 8:04 AM May 14th from digsby
"Matt Wieters Adopted Mark Texiera's Parents Because He Felt They Needed A Son To Be Proud Of."
by getxstoked on Jun 24, 2009 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
felix pie's baseball IQ
is threatening to drop below melmo’s OPS…..now thats saying something considering they are both down around 5
by twistedlogic on Jun 24, 2009 9:20 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
what in the blue fuck was that?
FUCK YOU PIE.
Wieters mistake sucked too, but YOU LET THE MAN SCORE.
This is why he will NEVER be an everyday MLB player.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Jun 24, 2009 9:21 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I hate lazy players…one of my biggest pet peeves. Like not running out a ground ball. Fucking Pie
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I can handle lazy, I guess
but I cannot handle guys who play stupid. Pie has made two HUGE mental blunders tonight, once on the bases, once in the field.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Jun 24, 2009 9:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I just think if you are being paid to do something
You fucking do it with all you got. I dunno why its always bugged me.
But hey….Pie is outta the game now.
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 9:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Felix Pie is the new Luis Matos
We’re going to hear about his “potential” and watch his lazy ass for far too long before he ends up on that AAA team in DC and then is never heard from again.
by punkrawka on Jun 24, 2009 9:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
to be completely honest
i watched him with the cubs last year and dont think he has any potential at all. same cruddy bat and same poor defense
by twistedlogic on Jun 24, 2009 9:34 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I just dont fucking understand it
As an athlete you should want to compete. And when you finally get a chance you would expect him to come out and be exceptional. I mean look at what Dino has done with his chance.
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 9:39 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Doesn't always work that way
Coach at the HS or above level, and you’ll see it EVERY YEAR. I imagine you’ll see it at the Little League level. There are kids with all the talent in teh world and no work ethic, and kids without a lick of talent who will run through walls for a coach.
It happens.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 9:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I will take talent over heart&effort any day
granted, you love to get a guy who is both talented AND a hustler (Craig Biggio, say), but you can’t always get both.
I don’t really think this about other sports, either, just in baseball, really.
Pie appears to have neither.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Jun 24, 2009 9:36 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah I think baseball might be the only sport where that is true. I’d prob take talent over heart & effort as well.
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 9:38 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Heart and effort go pretty far in ice hockey, too.
Ask Donald Brashear.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 9:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I fear him. I will ask him nothing, lest I be brained with a hockey stick.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Jun 24, 2009 9:44 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
seriously
that man is friggin huge
by twistedlogic on Jun 24, 2009 9:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Absolutely
This is why I’d take Adam Dunn on my team over David Eckstein. There’s no question about it. But I’m with Johnny_S overall — when you’re a fringe player like Pie or Matos, right on the bubble between getting castoff and maybe finding a long-term payday as a 4th outfielder, I just don’t understand HOW a player couldn’t put their all into it. If you hit 40 dongs a year, no one’s gonna care if you hoof it a little bit. Except Joe Morgan.
by punkrawka on Jun 24, 2009 9:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
as you can see from the past few games
thats not something the O’s seem to know
by twistedlogic on Jun 24, 2009 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Fuck Felix
Send his ass packing just for that one. Yes, that’s rash and no, I don’t care.
by punkrawka on Jun 24, 2009 9:26 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
What's the book on Wieters' throwing arm? Supposed to be excellent or only mediocre?
by kengerhart22 on Jun 24, 2009 9:27 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
heard it was above average, not excellent
last throw was spot on
by NickMarkaces on Jun 24, 2009 9:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
well
he’s really tall, which people think is a handicap for a catcher… not as quick to get outta the crouch and whatnot
by SidewinderX on Jun 24, 2009 9:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
He threw over 93 MPH as a closer at Ga Tech
It’s gotta be pretty good!
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 9:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It mighta been fast there
but it was WELL off the mark
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 9:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I thought that was going to be a double.
But then it just hung up there forever.
" I'm happy to announce that we've made Adam Jones our 4th and 5th starting pitcher as well as bench coach and team chaplain" - peter_angelos 8:04 AM May 14th from digsby
"Matt Wieters Adopted Mark Texiera's Parents Because He Felt They Needed A Son To Be Proud Of."
by getxstoked on Jun 24, 2009 9:32 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
man
it really looks like the team is disheartened after yesterday’s game. They just don’t have the intensity here.
by SidewinderX on Jun 24, 2009 9:40 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I don't know about that
HIts aren’t landing, and they’ve made some questionable, and one lazy, decisions defensively.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 9:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Albers is ineffective tonight
Brandon Snyder, 1B. Remember that name.
by Baysox39 on Jun 24, 2009 9:40 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
How can you argue balls and strikes that long
without getting ejected
by NickMarkaces on Jun 24, 2009 9:41 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Who was it that was saying that we were going to win this series before we even played an inning???
This is a humbling game.
by O'sFan21 on Jun 24, 2009 9:43 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
The two things the Orioles need is to go over fundamentals during BP
and hire a traveling “shrink” to anaylize why this team goes through so many highs and lows in such a short time. This would prepare us for 2010 and 11
Brandon Snyder, 1B. Remember that name.
by Baysox39 on Jun 24, 2009 9:46 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm normally in favor of sports psychology
but I dont think it would help too much there
Every team and every player goes through slumps
It’s just baseball IMO
by NickMarkaces on Jun 24, 2009 9:49 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Jim Hunter
once again impresses with his pop culture knowledge.
by Steve. on Jun 24, 2009 9:48 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
O's take a series from the Mets, then travel to Philly and sweep the World Champs...
Then travel to Marlins and are on the verge of getting swept. This is a strange game.
Brandon Snyder, 1B. Remember that name.
by Baysox39 on Jun 24, 2009 9:50 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Rally anteater
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 Jun 24, 2009 9:50 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I know he had a miscue tonight
But I will be damn glad to see the last of that sumbitch Bonifacio at 3rd. He can’t hit a lick but he can play that corner.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Jun 24, 2009 9:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Mora is slow. This is ridiculous Dave Trembley. Do what is right.,
Brandon Snyder, 1B. Remember that name.
by Baysox39 on Jun 24, 2009 9:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Great AB Luke. Down by 3?? Take a weak swing at the first pitch.
That’s how we do it.
by O'sFan21 on Jun 24, 2009 9:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
That's how Luke does it during a cold streak, anyway.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Jun 24, 2009 9:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
and Nick, Adam, and BRob
when theyre on cold streaks
by NickMarkaces on Jun 24, 2009 9:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wieters stanks with two strikes
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 Jun 24, 2009 9:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Pathetic to say the least.
Brandon Snyder, 1B. Remember that name.
by Baysox39 on Jun 24, 2009 9:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Did Wieters really strike out 3 times tonight and have an error?
by Johnny_S on Jun 24, 2009 9:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
the Hero must face obstacles as he walks his Path
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Jun 24, 2009 9:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Now we get to hear "Big Bad" Trembley "spin" the obvious and possible take soft ball questions.
From the only two sports writers in Baltimore. If they were allowed to travel to FL.
Brandon Snyder, 1B. Remember that name.
by Baysox39 on Jun 24, 2009 9:55 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
and get personally at most of the questions
by NickMarkaces on Jun 24, 2009 9:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Who's the other one?
Cry havoc and unleash the Esskay hot dogs of war! - The Wayward Oriole, Opening Day 2008
by Eat More Esskay on Jun 24, 2009 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Jesus, Tom Davis just said we may have acquired our 1B of the future
no we didn’t, Tom. Our 1B of the future is maybe named Brandon Snyder, but it sure as hell ain’t Michael Aubrey.
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Jun 24, 2009 9:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Andy is confusing me. I know he said he would buy the bats however....
Eric Crozier 30,from the Maryland Blue Crabs and presently in Bowie? Michael Aubrey 30,from the Cleveland organization? Felix Pie from the Cubs? If you tell me he is stocking the minors then that if fine but we need 3rd basemen, SS and 2nd basemen. Not freaking 1st Basemen and outfielders. They are a dime a dozen.
Brandon Snyder, 1B. Remember that name.
by Baysox39 on Jun 24, 2009 9:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I seriously doubt Andy thinks that he acquired the 1B of the future, either
He probably just needs more bats in AAA
"Might as well just win this game." - Adam Jones, 4/17/2008
Adam Jones is the tits.
by KenDixonFanClub on Jun 24, 2009 10:00 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
As long as Aubrey does not take at bats away from Snyder
Brandon Snyder, 1B. Remember that name.
by Baysox39 on Jun 24, 2009 10:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Cheap acquisition
Shades of Guthrie.
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 Jun 24, 2009 10:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Amen
He might not hurt as a fill in in the short term, but I agree with you.
Wieters is HERE and The Phils are in First, doesn't get much better:)
by phillybmore on Jun 24, 2009 9:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Down 0 – 2 Wieters is batting .000/.000/.000
Down 1-2 Wieters is .071/.071/.071
Even 2-2 Wieters is .091/.091/.091
His numbers after going down 0-1/0-2/1-2 are just as bad while his stats when ahead are impressive.
I’m not sure what the league averages are, but I’ve just noticed that Wieters swings and misses quite often with two strikes on him. Matt seems to foul off numerous pitches to start each at bat, and then he ends up King on good pitches.
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 Jun 24, 2009 9:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Nicde to know I could help prove your argument
You’re right, he’s horrible with two strikes.
"We're not the other teams' farm system." - Andy MacPhail
by duck on Jun 24, 2009 10:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Do you have stats on how often he gets ahead in the count?
At least for a while there it seemed like he was working the count nicely and always getting in 1-0, 2-0, and 2-1 counts.
by O'sFan21 on Jun 24, 2009 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Give me a minute, I have to do some of my own math
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 Jun 24, 2009 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I created a long post
But then realized that I made a slight mistake and would have had to start over with a ton of math in order to truly relay his lines.
I will say that Wieters’ line is considerably better than when even or ahead. I’ve been noticing for weeks now that Wieters ends up screwing himself by going after pitches very early in the count, either whiffing or fouling off a few balls, and then badly protecting when down in the count.
A bit more patience early in his ABs would go a very long way as pitchers would be forced to pound the zone more often.
This link tells the entire story and is definitely worth a look.
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 Jun 24, 2009 10:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The bottom line
Is that, cumulatively, Wieters is.152/.129/.281 with two strikes in 31 of his 65 total ABs.
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 Jun 24, 2009 10:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
no game recap?
i turned it off after pie allowed that runner to score on the bad throw
by twistedlogic on Jun 25, 2009 8:27 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
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