It's Official: Miggi's back!

(vomits)

"I doubt he could reach [second base]...mostly cuz his fucking arm was in Aybar's nuts." – twistedlogic

by zknower on Jan 26, 2010 6:04 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

What? You don't like the move?

Why on earth not?

/ducks thrown objects…

"The moment you stop thinking you're the best, it's time for you to get out the game." -'King' Mo Lawal

by duck on Jan 26, 2010 8:28 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Whether you like the signing or not

I don’t see it as black and white as you guys do. It has its pro and it has its cons.

Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey

by jobe on Jan 26, 2010 11:45 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

(joins in vomitting)

haha

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by Johnny_S on Jan 27, 2010 9:00 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

lmao

The looks on his face, for less than a second, when he was about to respond to the Josh Bell question before being interrupted was hilarious. I was really curious to hear what he had to say.

by LoveForTheGame13 on Jan 26, 2010 6:13 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

look*

by LoveForTheGame13 on Jan 26, 2010 6:13 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

what was the josh bell question?

and what was his answer?

"I doubt he could reach [second base]...mostly cuz his fucking arm was in Aybar's nuts." – twistedlogic

by zknower on Jan 26, 2010 6:25 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

A reporter asks

“The Orioles have a AAA prospect named Josh Bell whom you’re probably already aware of. There’s a possibility he could come up in the middle of the year, and that might be a situation for you. Have you thought about what could happen there and would you be willing to switch roles or be a part-time player for this team?”

Andy interrupts:

“The kind of deal that we structured with Miguel, I don’t really know that I would anticipate that we would make the kind of deal we made with him and not have him play every day. I think you can put that one to bed. If he’s healthy, he’s going to be out there ‘cause that’s the way he’s gonna insist on it, so I think that scenario has been deemed unlikely by subsequent events.”

"I like baseball, movies, good clothes, whiskey, fast cars ... and you. What else you need to know?"

by Andrew @ TLC on Jan 26, 2010 7:01 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

bell = blocked...

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by danielreese05 on Jan 26, 2010 7:03 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Well look

I’m in the Josh Bell camp as much as anyone. But he needs to first of all play well at AAA and work out his right-handed issues. If Tejada can’t be traded away (or doesn’t get hurt), it’s not the absolute worst thing in the world to have Bell keep getting seasoning for another two months and then coming up in September.

Of course, IF we get to the point where Bell is going all Nolan Reimold on the so-called “International” League and Tejada is giving us league-average work, then it will be the right time to get all upset. But not before.

"I like baseball, movies, good clothes, whiskey, fast cars ... and you. What else you need to know?"

by Andrew @ TLC on Jan 26, 2010 7:05 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Also

the look on Tejada’s face was indeed priceless.

"I like baseball, movies, good clothes, whiskey, fast cars ... and you. What else you need to know?"

by Andrew @ TLC on Jan 26, 2010 7:06 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

true dat

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by danielreese05 on Jan 26, 2010 7:08 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

that's a good analysis

I think he’s farther off than people think, I still wanted to see him come up around late july to mid august and with tejada I don’t think that’s going to be possible.

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by danielreese05 on Jan 26, 2010 7:10 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Good summary.

I’m hoping we have what turns out to be an above average ML 3B man in Bell. But I’m not assuming that to be a given. Right now I think it is safe to say that Tejada is much more of a proven commodity.

Clarence, It's better to have a gun and not need it, then need a gun and not have it.

by timg56 on Jan 26, 2010 8:00 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

There's also no reason...

…why Bell couldn’t DH or play first on days when Miggy is in the field. It would hardly be unheard of for a top prospect to get his initial playing time at something other than his ultimate position.

by James F on Jan 26, 2010 8:05 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

If Miggy is performing well, he’ll more than happy to accept a trade to a contender in order to accommodate Bell, assuming he’s tearing up AAA.

Vizzini: Let me put it this way. Have you ever heard of Plato, Aristotle, Socrates?
Man in Black: Yes.
Vizzini: Morons.

by birdman on Jan 26, 2010 7:28 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

exactly

flip tejada for prospects again if he gets hot near the trade deadline, this bell moves in almost naturally..

What up?

by snakethejake on Jan 26, 2010 10:43 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I heard Tejada can't be traded

It was on this site yesterday that he got a no trade clause. I hope that was wrong.

by fuddnelson on Jan 27, 2010 9:34 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

he’ll waive it to go to a contender. the no-trade just gives him leverage to pick his new team. it doesn’t mean he’ll want to stay.

Vizzini: Let me put it this way. Have you ever heard of Plato, Aristotle, Socrates?
Man in Black: Yes.
Vizzini: Morons.

by birdman on Jan 27, 2010 1:27 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I'm in the this is a fine move camp

The O’s aren’t going to compete for anything than maybe 4th place. The O’s were between a rock and a hard place this winter. Another dismal season and attendance will continue to plummet, especially in this prolonged economic slump. The FA market wasn’t very strong, and none of the big names considered Baltimore.

If the youngsters start panning out, they will generate some excitement. The O’s are hoping a bunch of league average (give or take) players will help accumulate some wins should the young guys produce. They got one pitcher to help eat some innings, took a chance that Atkins has some upside left, and a closer who might be adequate. Miggy’s bat should help get a few more wins (assuming his defense is adequate). If the O’s can get 75 wins the fans will come. If they even flirt with .500, the fans will probably go apeshit.

My 2010 hope is Jones, Wieters, Reimold, Bergesen, Matusz, Tillman, etc. put MacPhail on the spot and force him to make some moves to take the team to the next level. Force the guy’s hand and let us see the real “plan”. Miggy’s just reasonable filler while we hope it all happens.

Miggy also came back to Baltimore. He was miserable at the tail end of his last stint. Either there was no other interest or maybe Baltimore just might be shedding the image as the place of last resort.

by drj on Jan 26, 2010 6:20 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

I think this move is ok. If Josh Bell sets the world on fire at AAA (and I hope he does!) well, then Tejada will hopefully be tradeable. I don’t think he’ll be on the team next year. Hopefully on a one-year deal, playing for his next contract he won’t be sulking.

by BrianS on Jan 26, 2010 7:06 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

no one's worried about that scenario

the scenario we’re worried about is bell tearing it up and tejada sucking ass and NOT being tradeable.

"I doubt he could reach [second base]...mostly cuz his fucking arm was in Aybar's nuts." – twistedlogic

by zknower on Jan 27, 2010 12:26 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

That picture makes me excited

I dunno why, but his facial expression… he genuinely looks happy to be back, and I’m a sucker for shit like that. Look forward to watching you GIDP all year, Miggy. Best of luck.

by PhilR8 on Jan 26, 2010 8:07 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

This move is like TV on honeymoon...

…not necessary.

by Jonny Pops on Jan 26, 2010 8:13 PM EST via mobile reply actions 0 recs

SAY YOUR GODDAMN PRONOUNS!!!

"I doubt he could reach [second base]...mostly cuz his fucking arm was in Aybar's nuts." – twistedlogic

by zknower on Jan 27, 2010 12:27 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

murder by death?

"If they pitch to you, make them pay."

--Diamond Dave to the Phenom

by j.q. higgins on Jan 27, 2010 8:55 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Bingo!!!

I’m impressed JQ.

by Jonny Pops on Jan 27, 2010 10:17 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

you mean articles.

another flub, z? what’s going on out there in LA? too many trips to the dispensary?

by Jonny Pops on Jan 27, 2010 10:19 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

no, i was quoting murder by death.

and before jq did, i might add.

"I doubt he could reach [second base]...mostly cuz his fucking arm was in Aybar's nuts." – twistedlogic

by zknower on Jan 27, 2010 2:09 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Oh wow

I didn’t remember that much of it.

by Jonny Pops on Jan 27, 2010 2:18 PM EST via mobile up reply actions 0 recs

wang: is confusing.

moose on wall: IT is confusing! IT is confusing! SAY YOUR GODDAMNED PRONOUNS!

"I doubt he could reach [second base]...mostly cuz his fucking arm was in Aybar's nuts." – twistedlogic

by zknower on Jan 27, 2010 2:41 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

i recently re-watched it after not having seen it for a good decade or more

i had forgotten james cromwell was in that movie. and eileen brennan.

"I doubt he could reach [second base]...mostly cuz his fucking arm was in Aybar's nuts." – twistedlogic

by zknower on Jan 27, 2010 2:43 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

And just for the record...

…I thought Miggy was spelled with one “i” and one “y”. When did he get two "i"s? Is this like a Gandalf the Grey and Gandalf the White kinda thing?

by Jonny Pops on Jan 26, 2010 10:04 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Miggi has always spelled it with two "i"s

most people just get it wrong.

I will lead these Peoples to the promised land, also known as "Slightly Ahead of the Blue Jays." ~WietersRunDry

by Stacey on Jan 26, 2010 10:46 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

...

I will lead these Peoples to the promised land, also known as "Slightly Ahead of the Blue Jays." ~WietersRunDry

by Stacey on Jan 26, 2010 10:48 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I'm not convinced that proves anything...

…Dude lied about his age. The way he spells his own nickname can’t be trusted I’m afraid.

by Jonny Pops on Jan 26, 2010 11:07 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

In Spanish

The “i” is pronounced like an “e.” Where he is from it is pronounced mEguel. So Latino’s pronounce it mEggE, hence Miggi. It would be easier to explain in person.

by LoveForTheGame13 on Jan 26, 2010 11:55 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Its a one year deal. So Josh Bell waits a couple of months, so what.

Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey

by jobe on Jan 27, 2010 12:32 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

boy I replied to the wrong thing.

Maybe in order to understand mankind, we have to look at the word itself: "Mankind". Basically, it's made up of two separate words—"mank" and "ind". What do these words mean? It's a mystery, and that's why so is mankind.
-Jack Handey

by jobe on Jan 27, 2010 11:23 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I got you....

…I’ve been to Mexico several times and I know they’re not too bit on the letter Y down there.

Still in Estados Unidos using an “i” instead of a “y” in a name like “Miggi” makes it seem more feminine. Not that there’s anything wrong with that. It’s just you would probably expect it spelled “Miggy”, especially for a male name.

by Jonny Pops on Jan 27, 2010 10:15 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

After a few drinks.

Clarence, It's better to have a gun and not need it, then need a gun and not have it.

by timg56 on Jan 27, 2010 4:16 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Now we need to move wigginton...

4:45pm: Jeff Fletcher at AOL FanHouse says that Damon is unlikely to end up in Oakland. GM Billy Beane says a utility infielder is the priority now.

What up?

by snakethejake on Jan 26, 2010 10:44 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Let's play the Miggy number game! (Max of 2 guesses, Prize: You have the gift of ESP so you tell me)

My guess is #7 or #11, I don’t really have a reason but those are my guesses.

Я Харт не так ли?

by Capsfan07 on Jan 26, 2010 10:50 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

It's more fun...

…than the “Where is Miggy going to hit in the lineup?” game.

by Jonny Pops on Jan 26, 2010 11:09 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

But that’s a 1 out of 9 shot, I was looking for something like 1 out of 54

Я Харт не так ли?

by Capsfan07 on Jan 27, 2010 12:11 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

It's 9

and no one has worn 7 since Cal Sr. passed away.

by daveh873 on Jan 27, 2010 3:43 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

To be clear

It isn’t officially retired, but I think they reserve it in honor of Cal Sr. Tejada certainly isn’t goin to be the one they give that up for. Maybe if Ryan gets drafted by the O’s (if he even gets into baseball) he’ll wear it, but I don’t see them giving it to anyone else.

by daveh873 on Jan 27, 2010 3:48 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Yea, I thought about that when I said 7 but who knows. Miggy might go with something off the wall like 90, I personally like the #75.

Я Харт не так ли?

by Capsfan07 on Jan 28, 2010 12:55 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

No, he picked #9

by daveh873 on Jan 28, 2010 6:02 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Wondering the same thing...

Obviously, Jones is now entrenched in 10, 4 is gone, 14 maybe if Reimold gives it up, 20 is gone, Juan Samuel wears 11, but he’s a base coach so he can give it up (Dempsey would be the only one who I would say he shouldn’t give up his number). 11 seems logical. Or 15 or 28.

Basically, I have no idea.

"Chicks who dig home runs aren't the ones who appeal to me. I think there's sexiness in infield hits because they require technique. I'd rather impress the chicks with my technique than with my brute strength. Then, every now and then, just to show I can do that, too, I might flirt a little by hitting one out." - Ichiro Suzuki

by Billy Buckner on Jan 26, 2010 11:17 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

God's youngest son wears 15

Я Харт не так ли?

by Capsfan07 on Jan 27, 2010 12:12 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Nope.

Changed his number to 32 this offseason. I waited to buy my authentic just in case that happened. First time in a while I really felt smart about anything.

"Chicks who dig home runs aren't the ones who appeal to me. I think there's sexiness in infield hits because they require technique. I'd rather impress the chicks with my technique than with my brute strength. Then, every now and then, just to show I can do that, too, I might flirt a little by hitting one out." - Ichiro Suzuki

by Billy Buckner on Jan 27, 2010 1:18 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs