Friday Bird Droppings
by duck on Apr 9, 2010 7:10 AM EDT
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PrintMOD NOTE FROM DUCK: Before we get into the Orioles news, let me issue a qualified mea culpa to MASN about Tuesday's broadcast. According to MASN, the problem lay solely with DirecTv. Here's the official MASN response from Tuesday during the game:
Because of the large number of live sporting events taking place simultaneously, DirecTVis having capacity limitations with its carriage of MASN2 HD. DirecTV customers can still watch the Orioles game live on MASN2 SD, in standard definition, on channel 641.
The game is being transmitted in HD across all of MASN's other affiliates. We regret the inconvenience this causes to Orioles fans and to MASN's DirecTV viewers. If you have additional questions, please contact DirecTV directly at 1-800-DIRECTV (347-3288)
Last night's game was broadcast on DirecTv in glorious HD (because really, is there any other kind?), and there was much happiness across the land.
And MASN's Opening Night numbers were rather impressive, as we noted in yesterday's BD. More than 105,000 viewers watch the O's-Rays game, scoring a 6.9 rating, beating out "Lost" in Baltimore. Damn. Even the Nats opener showed a strong ratings increase. And I'm not just saying nice things because they are hosting Blogger's Day Sunday. Really. I promise. And I still say you don't make a promise of every game in HD unless you have locked down a carriage agreement with all your major carriers. But I'll happily take 161 games in HD. Now, onto the news...
Game recaps from last night's win can be found here (Roch), here (Zrebiec), here (Ghiroli), here (USA Today), and here (TampaBay.com)
IT'S THE HOME OPENER! Here's the Orioles page at The Sun, the updated schedule of events today at OPaCY, Dan Connolly's conversation starter, and an MLB.com piece on Brad Bergesen getting the home OD start.
Trembley talks with Reimold about his role - baltimoresun.com
Orioles manager Dave Trembley met with Nolan Reimold before Thursday's game to clear up confusion the young outfielder may have had about his role with the club. Apparently, he's the one that has to get the bullpen Chinese carryout in the 7th inning. -duck
Orioles Insider: Baysox catcher Joseph hopes to focus on 'D' in 2010
Caleb Josephmay not be the starting catcher for the O's any year soon, but he's focusing on his defense this year. -duck
The Toy Department: Catching Up With ... former Oriole Mike Boddicker
Rod Carew once said "I feed my dogs better stuff than Boddicker throws," but he stands as the last Oriole to win 20 games. -duck
O's To Donate Money To Haitian Relief Efforts - WBOC-TV 16
"The Orioles have announced that the Haitian Relief Fundraiser that was held at FanFest in January raised $65,000. The money was raised through a silent auction, memorabilia sale and fan donations. The team will donate the money to three separate organizations to help the recovery efforts in Haiti, which was struck by a massive earthquake in January. " -duck
Blue Jays-Orioles Preview - STATS Editor
In case you hadn't heard, Vernon Wells is starting to hit again. That can't be good. -duck
Bergesen poised for return in Orioles home opener - USATODAY.com
Brad Bergesen's parents will be in attendance today, and he wants to pitch well. What kid doesn't want to win for his mom? Go get 'em, Brad! -duck
Now healthy, Bergesen ready for debut - baltimoresun.com
And not only is Brad stoked to pitch for his mom and dad. but he actually feels OK, too. -duck
Blue Jays, Orioles renew division rivalry | MLB.com: News
"The Orioles and Blue Jaysbegin their division rivalry Friday in the first game of a three-game set at Camden Yards." Spencer Fordin sighting! -duck
Roberts not concerned about slow start | MLB.com: News
Brian Roberts said on Thursday that despite his slow start, his back is fine, and there's no question he'll be on field on Friday for the Camden Yards opener. -duck
Orioles’ future bright | Mike Rutsey | Columnists | Sports | Toronto Sun
And yet ANOTHER out-of-town story about how the O's could be good this year. I have a feeling we'll get one of these at the beginning of every series for a while to come. -duck
LAST NIGHT IN THE MINORS: the Tides edged on opening night, 5-3, The Baysox were winning 1-0 when the game was suspended, The Keys were rained out and Shorebirds lost 5-4 to Greenville. And check out James F's run-down of all things minor leagues for the O's last night.
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OPENING DAY
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WOOHOO!
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
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by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 7:29 AM EDT up reply actions
Well, home opener
They’ve already played 3 games
"How's that s---house of an Eastern Shore?" - William Donald Schaefer
OPENING DAY
This just in: adorableness on the rise, family copes with child getting schooled. Film at 11. -daveh873
took off work
driving down from philly so I figured there was no point in contributing to society today.
have gone over to DRaysBay to give that dude his profile pic?
may I suggest the beef hunks lunchbox that birdman posts a couple times.
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 8:10 AM EDT up reply actions
This isnt a bad idea
A good old fashioned SCHOOLING from CC.
"You accept mediocrity and you get mediocrity." - Adam Jones, Son!
FIOS Question
I live in Baltimore County and have Verizon Fios. I get all Nats games in HD (who cares) and so far the Orioles games have not been in HD. Is anyone else having this problem. HELP!!
John S West Jr
by Adam double bubble on Apr 9, 2010 7:51 AM EDT reply actions
I believe that Channel 1 becomes HD, or at least that's whta I'm getting in Howard County.
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 7:56 AM EDT up reply actions
really?
I’ve defintely watched the last two games in SD on channel 1. I’ve wondered why no one here has brought up FIOS not having MASN2 HD with all the yelling about DirecTV. In HoCO you can contact the county’s cable administrator here:
http://www.co.ho.md.us/Tech/tech_cablecomplaintsintro.htm
I heard back from her and she said she had already gotten a lot of complaints about FIOS not having MASN2 HD from other residents.
becomes HD
What does that mean? Will it become HD later in the season or later in the night.
John S West Jr
by Adam double bubble on Apr 9, 2010 8:03 AM EDT reply actions
When the game starts
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 8:06 AM EDT up reply actions
PLEASE tell me it's not raining in Baltimore now
‘cause it’s still raining in Salisbury. :(
"How's that s---house of an Eastern Shore?" - William Donald Schaefer
by duck on Apr 9, 2010 8:27 AM EDT via mobile reply actions
but if feels colder then 60 degrees though.
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 8:36 AM EDT up reply actions
well the high is 60
and it’s not even 9 a.m.
This just in: adorableness on the rise, family copes with child getting schooled. Film at 11. -daveh873
STILL RAINING in Salisbury
Can’t wait to see the sun!
"How's that s---house of an Eastern Shore?" - William Donald Schaefer
For everyone's enjoyment
Those are both Facebook links so if you’re blocked from work, don’t click.
This just in: adorableness on the rise, family copes with child getting schooled. Film at 11. -daveh873
Mike Boddicker
last O to win 20 games until this year when Brian Matusz wins 22.
This just in: adorableness on the rise, family copes with child getting schooled. Film at 11. -daveh873
Bingo Bango.
Fuck ROY. I want a Cy Young.
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by Knubles and Bits on Apr 9, 2010 11:10 AM EDT up reply actions
Ya cant have Young without the... oth-er (love and marriage, love and marriage...)
I’d assume at least. If ya get Cy Young, ya get ROY.
"You accept mediocrity and you get mediocrity." - Adam Jones, Son!
This doesn't always apply, at least not always in college
Juan Dixon was ACC Poy, Some Dukie was Nat’l Poy.
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 11:34 AM EDT up reply actions
Yea, but
there you have 2 different groups of people voting on those awards. He I believe it would be the same people for the most part. If the rookie who wins Cy Young isnt ROY, some other rook better have hit 80 HR’s.
"You accept mediocrity and you get mediocrity." - Adam Jones, Son!
(Cough)Jason heyward(Cough)
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 11:41 AM EDT up reply actions
National League
I want to breed [Matusz] with that female Japanese knuckleballer to create a race of super pitchers. --Weaver's Tantrum
I know
I was refering to a rookie hitting 80 HR’s.
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 11:47 AM EDT up reply actions
OK
According to statistical extrapolations, Heyward will hit more parking lot buses than David Ortiz’s extra base hits.
I want to breed [Matusz] with that female Japanese knuckleballer to create a race of super pitchers. --Weaver's Tantrum
Well could be another monster rookie this year,
For instance if Heyward were in the AL he could put up 50 HRs and hit .320 or something and win MVP and ROY. I don’t think there is a rookie of that caliber in the AL though is there?
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by Knubles and Bits on Apr 9, 2010 11:42 AM EDT up reply actions
Austin Jackson's looking really strong so far.
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 11:45 AM EDT up reply actions
So upset that I am missing opening night
Never make plans with your significant other before checking your calendar first!
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I'd like to see the Jays wear this today:
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 9:31 AM EDT reply actions
Especially 'cause they're actually playing ON THE ROAD
get some powder blue pants to wear with them as well!
The stock market will never recover, our armies will never again be #1, and our children will drink filthy water for the rest of their lives - HST
by the fix is in on Apr 9, 2010 9:44 AM EDT up reply actions
(subject line)
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 10:07 AM EDT up reply actions
Most likely thinking, "when I will they trade me"
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 11:46 AM EDT up reply actions
Matusz has the intangible
He “knows how to win”. He sure struggled but held it together enough to get out of a jam and get a W. That’s a sure sign he knows how to win. That’s huge for all this kind of MVP/ROY/CY voting.
Anybody looking for a single ticket to today's game?
My dad is still trying to find somebody to use my ticket, but so far it’s not looking good. It’s a pretty good seat in the lower left field box (section 82 row 16).
Rub some $100 bills on it, you sell-out. -duck
oh how i wish i could go
i’m so jealous of all you folks heading up.
by twistedlogic on Apr 9, 2010 10:44 AM EDT up reply actions
stop being jealous, go play hookie :P
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 10:46 AM EDT up reply actions
i'm 4 hours from baltimore
and i have a presentation today :-(
by twistedlogic on Apr 9, 2010 10:50 AM EDT up reply actions
It's a 3 hour flight for me
I guess your audience aren’t O’s fans.
I want to breed [Matusz] with that female Japanese knuckleballer to create a race of super pitchers. --Weaver's Tantrum
My girlfriend would kill me if I went without her.
Plus we are going on Sunday, so I can hold out.
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by Knubles and Bits on Apr 9, 2010 11:11 AM EDT up reply actions
because there is a chance 3E pitches a one-hitter...
Any sigs you have in mind for me. I’ve already got your’s picked out.
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 11:12 AM EDT up reply actions
I've got some ideas.
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by Knubles and Bits on Apr 9, 2010 11:13 AM EDT up reply actions
How much?
"Real Orioles don't pout. Real Orioles don't gloat. Real Orioles just win."
by NewYorkOriole on Apr 9, 2010 11:22 AM EDT up reply actions
nm
It starts at 3….I’d never make it in time even if I left right now…..
"Real Orioles don't pout. Real Orioles don't gloat. Real Orioles just win."
by NewYorkOriole on Apr 9, 2010 11:35 AM EDT up reply actions
ok guys
Look for the girl wearing the Orioles sneakers. That’s me!
This just in: adorableness on the rise, family copes with child getting schooled. Film at 11. -daveh873
hmm...they dont normally show shoes on television
this might be difficult….
by twistedlogic on Apr 9, 2010 10:52 AM EDT up reply actions
ahahahah
I meant at the park. If you’re looking for me on TV I’m wearing an orange shirt with the cartoon bird head on it. We’ll be in left field right next to the bullpen. I’ll be the girl who catches Adam Jones’ home run.
This just in: adorableness on the rise, family copes with child getting schooled. Film at 11. -daveh873
I had those seats once...
I’ll try (and most likely fail) to find you from my seats, just looking at the section from a distance.
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 11:11 AM EDT up reply actions
Reimold
Why the hell doesn’t Dave put Luke in LF and let Reimold DH, or even DH Pie. Am I missing something?
I want to breed [Matusz] with that female Japanese knuckleballer to create a race of super pitchers. --Weaver's Tantrum
I guess that's what I'm missing
I was busy watching the Zephyrs opening night. I have been busy (houseguests) every O’s game so far this year, but I’m going to catch the first part of tonight’s before I go to my friends music gig. It’s festival season in NOLA. Hey, ya!
I want to breed [Matusz] with that female Japanese knuckleballer to create a race of super pitchers. --Weaver's Tantrum
I thought all seasons were festival seasons in NOLA.
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 11:44 AM EDT up reply actions
Summer, not so much
Once Jazz Fest ends, it’s getting too hot to party outside.
I want to breed [Matusz] with that female Japanese knuckleballer to create a race of super pitchers. --Weaver's Tantrum
This
summer in NOLA is disgusting. I’m never going back there during the summer again. Football season, Mardi Gras, and Jazz fest are about it for me.
"You accept mediocrity and you get mediocrity." - Adam Jones, Son!
I was there in June once
it didn’t seem much worse than a Baltimore summer. Of course that was only June, I imagine it would get worse.
cxcxcxcxzzzzzzzzz
That's the thing
Any week in June here is like the worst part of your summer, but it goes on for 4 months. After a while, it’s 85 at midnight. Cold water out of the tap is in the mid 80s. If your toilet and your AC break at the same time, the AC gets fixed first.
It’s still better than a northern winter. Ice is for drinks.
I want to breed [Matusz] with that female Japanese knuckleballer to create a race of super pitchers. --Weaver's Tantrum
yeah
I"m spending this summer in a swamp in Columbia, South Carolina. I’m not sure whether the heat or the mosquitoes will be more unbearable.
cxcxcxcxzzzzzzzzz
I spent two summers in South Carolina
Brutal heat. The upholstery in my car was black but it faded to gray by the end of the summer.
Too sexy for my hurt.
because UZR shows that Luke is much better than Reimold in LF???
Rub some $100 bills on it, you sell-out. -duck
Yeah, DD knows his UZR from his OPS
I want to breed [Matusz] with that female Japanese knuckleballer to create a race of super pitchers. --Weaver's Tantrum
jealous i cant be in bmore today...
itd be amazing to see bergesen no hit the jays in person
by Parkinglotninja on Apr 9, 2010 10:56 AM EDT reply actions
no hitter?
you have low standards. i looking more at the perfect game…
by twistedlogic on Apr 9, 2010 11:11 AM EDT up reply actions
I pretty much need a no hitter to win my bet.
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by Knubles and Bits on Apr 9, 2010 11:12 AM EDT up reply actions
or a one hitter...
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 11:13 AM EDT up reply actions
then we can call him 3E0H
I want to breed [Matusz] with that female Japanese knuckleballer to create a race of super pitchers. --Weaver's Tantrum
by CoachOfEarl on Apr 9, 2010 11:50 AM EDT up reply actions 3 recs
that's a rec!
In one game as a freshman at Miami, Wieters hit a two-run homer in the top of the ninth to put the Yellow Jackets ahead, then pitched the bottom of the ninth for the save. On that day, the God nickname was bestowed. - Sports Illustrated
Unofficial Leader of the Brain Matusz For ROY Campaign
by BaltimoreSportsFan on Apr 9, 2010 11:51 AM EDT up reply actions
Is 20-0 too much to ask for tonight?
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by Knubles and Bits on Apr 9, 2010 12:41 PM EDT reply actions
From the Sun article
Trembley acknowledged that at least early in the season, he’d prefer not using Reimold at all in left field, but he knows that it’s impossible with Scott entrenched as the team’s DH. In Wednesday’s 4-3 loss, Reimold just missed making two catches that he probably would have made if he was 100 percent healthy.
Heaven forbid that Scott play LF.
Too sexy for my hurt.
Rod Carew vs Boddicker
1 for 15, 3BB, 3K. That’s some garbage talk.
I want to breed [Matusz] with that female Japanese knuckleballer to create a race of super pitchers. --Weaver's Tantrum
so
for every 1 that was downing miggy and atkins before the season give them some love also can we trade gonzalez or hell make meridith the closer hell i hear sherill would love to return
So...
For everyone that was downing Miggi and Atkins before the season, give them some love. Also, can we trade Gonzalez or make Meredith the closer? Hell, I hear Sherrill would love to return.
You’re welcome.
"You accept mediocrity and you get mediocrity." - Adam Jones, Son!
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