Playoff Gameday Thread #2: 10/2/08
by snakecharmer on Oct 2, 2008 2:00 PM EDT
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PrintWe had a pretty good turnout for yesterday's action, so we've decided to keep it going for a while longer. Interest will likely wane eventually, but after spending 6 months with you crazy people, I can't imagine going elsewhere to follow a team, even if it's not ours. But if you're interested, SBNation has a nice post-season section set up with links to all the other blogs.
Yesterday in a nutshell: the Phillies took advantage of Brewer miscues to win 3-1, the Dodgers slammed (literally) the Cubs 7-3, and the Red Sox came away with a 4-1 win over the Angels, running their streak to 10 straight wins over Anaheim in the post-season. (Interestingly, the last pair of teams to exhibit that kind of dominance/ineptitude was Oakland going 10-0 over Boston from '88-'03.)
2:37pm ET, TBS
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Today brings our first look at the White Sox and Rays, and it will be a test for both teams. The Sox had to essentially play two extra games just to get to the post-season, and the nerves of the young Rays will be put center stage in their first ever playoff game. We know from experience that Javy Vazquez is like a coin - it can land on its head or its tail, but it is durable enough to always land somewhere. He has the experience that can overcome his sometimes gaudy-looking numbers, but he can just as easily implode on himself. A brief glance at Shields' numbers shows he can give up a lot of hits and walks but not necessarily a lot of runs. This looks like a toss up... either one of these teams can come away with this one.
6:07pm ET, TBS
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Despite the score, Milwaukee played pretty well yesterday. Both offenses were weak, and Philadelphia's 3 runs came all in one inning and were all unearned for starter Yovani Gallardo. Milwaukee has to score for its ace CC Sabathia, who is running out there on 3 days' rest for the 4th straight time. Cole Hamels was masterful over the Brewers, but don't expect Brett Myers to be able to do the same thing. It should be Sabathia's turn to confound the offense, but you have to think that all these starts on short rest might backfire eventually. Edge to Milwaukee for having Sabathia on the mound.
9:37pm ET, TBS
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Cubs fans and Cubs alike were stunned by yesterday's 7-3 defeat. Lou Pinella left starter Ryan Dempster in there a bit too long, just long enough for James Loney hit a monster grand slam to pull the Dodgers from behind 0-2 to ahead 4-2. The Cubs never really threatened after that, and the Dodgers tacked on throughout the rest of the night. Glad to see Pinella isn't "saving" Zambrano for Game 9 or anything. Both of these starters are workhorses with similar numbers, but I give the edge to Z and the Cubs tonight. Do not expect them to go out as quietly this year as they did last.
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I turn on the pre-game for the Tampa game...
And they’re talking about the Cubs and the Dodgers. Typical.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Glad to see the fans so involved for the Rays
First two games sold out, fans wearing mohawks and got the cowbells ringing!
That is good to see
They seem pretty excited for the game.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
The mohawks are pretty funny
Apparently, they had a big rally for the team, and part of that was bringing in barbers to give free mohawks.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Tropicana Field is interesting
The way the concourse is decorated is kind of cheesy, but once you get to your seats, I really liked the field itself. Maybe it was just a matter of perspective from where our seats were, but it didn’t quite seem as vast as Chase.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
1-0!
Evan Longoria!
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Kishi — where is TBS on Direct TV?
It's like living with a six-year old.
by 4 Corners Fan on Oct 2, 2008 3:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Thanks!
It's like living with a six-year old.
by 4 Corners Fan on Oct 2, 2008 3:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Ooh, wow, that roof really is crazy..
Navarro knew exactly what was going to happen and made it to 2nd. Cool.
Nope
He was originally with the Yankees, and was part of the Randy Johnson trade: “Before the 2005 season, Navarro was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers in a three-team deal that sent Randy Johnson from the Arizona Diamondbacks to the Yankees, Javier Vázquez from the Yankees to the Diamondbacks, Shawn Green from the Dodgers to the Diamondbacks, and several other minor leaguers to the Dodgers.”
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Technically, we did
Per baseball-reference.com, this was two separate trades:
January 11, 2005: Traded by the New York Yankees with Brad Halsey, Javier Vazquez, and cash to the Arizona Diamondbacks for Randy Johnson.
January 11, 2005: Traded by the Arizona Diamondbacks with Danny Muegge (minors), William Juarez (minors), and Beltran Perez to the Los Angeles Dodgers for Shawn Green.
Another future All-Star dumped by the D-backs… :-(
Yeah, okay, that's what I thought
I knew we had some sort of connection to him when he was in the minors! I remembered him being part of a a 3-team trade.
See, I’m not crazy! ;) Thanks!
I was under the impression
that he was one of the guys we sent to the Yankees to get RJ back, so…. shows how much I know.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
One of them
turned into a pretty shitty Attorney General, and another turned into a Pro Bowl RB for the Rams.
Hit and miss.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Running back?
No, he started a RPG company.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Not that I heard
They mentioned it was a concern that they already had to do that, I think he was battling an injury, but I wasn’t listening that closely.
3-2
Nice RBI triple there.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Wouldn't it be
BJUp?
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Hmmm.....
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Why can't
WE get guys like that?
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
4-3!
That kid is having a hell of a game.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Carlos Pena
I think they just said he was taking out because of an eye problem?
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
That's what I heard
He scratched his eye last night at home and he tried to play through it but it’s probably safer to keep it out.
Alright, I gotta go
kishi, it’s your job to hold down the fort. I have a feeling that’ll be pretty easy today. ;)
I'll do what I can
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Wow
Cliff Floyd has just crushed a few pitches that went foul.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
I will say this
I think the ray tank is just about the coolest non-baseball addition to any stadium in the majors.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Cooler
than the people tank at Chase?
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
In my opinion, yes.
Tropicana gets bonus points for the fact that anyone can go up to the ray tank, as opposed to having to spend the money to rent the pool at Chase.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
What if
Ray Romano wanted to rent the tank at the Trop for him and his friends?
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Ray Romano has friends?
Really?
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
An ex of mine
saw him coked up in Las Vegas once?
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Really?
That’s the second saddest celebrity sight I’ve ever imagined.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Really really.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Well, I didn't vote for him.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Don't blame me,
I voted for Kodos.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
::groan::
In reality, though, I voted for Kang.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
I thought he
was feuding with Kirk.
Bob Melvin: Black Denarian in disguise.
Nice play there
Pierzynski out by a mile on that steal. Didn’t even bother to slide coming into second.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Did he
punch the catcher in the testicles?
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
5-3 Rays
Two on, Longoria at the plate, and he gets a single? Psh. Come on, man, disappointing.
And now Ozzie goes to the bullpen. You didn’t want to pull the starter until after Longoria?
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
My boss
is getting his TS clearance renewed as I type this.
Hmmm….
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
TS?
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Top Secret
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
If you don’t want to tell us, don’t bring it up in the first place.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
NO
TS=Top Secret
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Or
did I miss your humor?
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
You missed my humor.
It happens.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Was afraid of that.
I had a BFF in HS whose middle name was “Kay”. She’d be asked, “What’s your middle name?” “Kay.” “No, your NAME?” “KAY!!” etc.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
I'm familiar with the routine
I high school, one of my friends had the last name of Guess.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
We heard a kid at our Temple
Who has the unfortunate last name of Pantsing. I flinched when I heard it, if not for now, for in 14 years when he enters high school.
What a crazy random happenstance!
I work in a hotel
And we just had someone check in by the name of Flame Vallentine. That’s just mean.
I want to be in Haren's harem.
Lemme guess.....
stripper? Or “escort”?
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Oh! I remembered
My freshman room mate was, “Holly Holiday.” Her parents thought it was, “so cute.” I just stared at her when she said that.
What a crazy random happenstance!
Still doesn't touch my buddy,
“Happy Johnson”.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
As I read this
There’s a Viagra ad on the TV…
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
That is child abuse!
Seriously? Who does that?
Were his parents on drug?
What a crazy random happenstance!
His parents on drug.
Make funny name.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Its been a loooong day
And obviously I am on drug as well. ;)
Granted, my drugs are benedryl but whatever. ;)
What a crazy random happenstance!
NOO!!!
DRUG BAD, LIZ!!
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Oh, that's terrible
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
6-3
Still two on, one out. Tampa’s putting together a good inning here.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Another long foul for Floyd
That’s got to be a bit frustrating for the guy.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
And his third K of the game
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
And....
that’s rough.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Wow, this game is going slowly
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Hmmm
TBS tells me that, and I quote, “Ya gotta love LA!”
No.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Definite negative.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
(It's stronger than the indefinite negative)
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
It's all relative, I suppose
If the alternatives are mass murderers, child molesters and slime beasts from the planet Aargh, then yes, I’m right there, loving LA.
Mind you, they are playing the Cubs…
Don't judge the Aarghans.
They’ve been through a lot.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
In my mind, Ken Griffey, Jr., is sort of like Barry Sanders
You just wonder how many rings he would have if he had the right players around him.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
He's also like Terrell Davis.
Injuries derailed what could have been a truly awesome career.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Point
It is pretty impressive to look at his career stats and think about what Griffey might have done if he hadn’t been injured as much.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Great input, Harold
An actual quote: “You’re right, you’re right, but, really though, you’re absolutely right.”
I think I’d rather have Harold Ramis doing commentary here.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Bases loaded for the White Sox
Yeah, I think it’s time to pull the starter.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Nicely done
Balfour comes in with the bases loaded and one out, and he strikes out two straight to end the inning. Big play.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Paging Lou Piniella....
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Well, be fair
How could you know that a guy called “Balfour” wouldn’t walk everyone?
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
They walk Longoria
And he decides, “Well, if they’ll give me a free base, might as well steal another.”
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Wow
They just showed a stat on the screen that the Rays bullpen went from worst in baseball in 2007, to 5th in 2008. Impressive.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Ha
Konerko forgot the count and tried to take first on Ball 3.
He doesn’t homer on the next pitch, though, so Drew remains unimpressed.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
However
He does homer after fouling off several pitches. Nicely done.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Touche, Paul!
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
That was a weird play
Ramirez looks like he threw the bat at the pitch there, and just knocked it foul.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Two outs
One to go.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
And Pierzynski pops out to end it
First playoff win ever for Tampa.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Sweet!
A solid win for the team I call the Wolves!
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Well, they are like the wolves of the sea
Wait, that’s sharks, I think.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Only Blue Sharks.
And Orcas.
Unless you’re talking about the bizarre and endangered Shark Ray.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Hmm
Maybe I was thinking about U-boats. I get them confused.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Hmm
I’m torn. Do I want to take a nap and fight off this nagging cold, or do I want to watch and see if Sabathia’s arm literally falls off of his body?
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
ARM!!
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
But... sleep!
And I’m sure I can catch the replay of his arm falling off on ESPN!
Eh, I’ll try napping in front of the TV.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Web gem:
“Now, watch here as Sabathia’s arm literally goes flying as he tries to throw to first, and only Prince Fielder’s quick reaction is able to keep the arm from going into the stands….. and the Philly fans start to boo.”
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Someone check with Vegas
What’s the over-under that Sabathia’s arm falls off, and Fielder takes a bite out of it?
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Heck....
they’re betting he takes anywhere between 2 to 8 bites of it. Care to bet against the spread?
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
I'm betting against mayo,
I’m pretty sure it’ll be mustard this time.
Bob Melvin: Black Denarian in disguise.
::rimshot::
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Don’t encourage him!
We are gonna get drunk with Adam Dunn and we're gonna head-butt some damn kangaroos.
Eh..... yeah.
I can’t really argue with that.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
True, but
I am pretty incorregible.
Bob Melvin: Black Denarian in disguise.
Even worse,
I bet you’re incorrigible.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
One would hope
That you’re not corrugated.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
What? You don't
expect old farts to be wrinkly?
Bob Melvin: Black Denarian in disguise.
Mike Cameron leads off for the Brewers
And stares at three straight strikes.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
And then
Durham walks on four straight pitches. Are the Brewers going to swing at anything today? I read this in a book somewhere…
Unrelated: Craig Counsell is starting the game at third for Milwaukee.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Braun just shy of a two run homer there
Runners at second and third, one out.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Phillies walk in a run
Bases still loaded, one out in the top of the first.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Randy Johnson
approves.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
As does
DbacksSkins.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Double play
Seriously, Corey Hart? Guy walks in a run, and you decide, “Hmm, I think I’ll swing at the first pitch”? Lame.
Never trust someone named Corey when the chips are down. That’s Corey Feldman, you heard me.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Bbbbbbbut.....
HE WAS AN ALL STAR!!!!
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Well
I heard he wears his sunglasses at night.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
No, you're thinking of this guy:
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
He DOES do hits
and launch bombs, though. Easy mistake to make.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Shane Victorino hits a double
And then steals third. Only one out here.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Sabathia's had a couple pitches that the catcher had to scramble for
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Shane Victorino = lame
Just wanted to throw that out there.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
He's pretty fast for a lame guy
I would have thought a bad leg would slow him down more.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
And Utley and Howard whiff
Stranding the runner.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
You know, I usually have an irrational hate for the Phillies but after watching Hamels yesterday, I’m kind of pulling for them.
I want to be in Haren's harem.
Sabathia gives up another one out double
Now if the Phillies can do any more with this one? We’ll see.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Tie game
Nice RBI double by Feliz.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
That was so cool
It was just the pitcher and just a walk but it was a great at-bat… kinda cool to see them going so wild!!!
It won't last.
In Philly, it never does.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Ha
Sabathia walks the pitcher with two outs. The crowd was giving Myers an ovation when he fouled off some pitches.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Sabathia walks Rollins on four straight
Could this be it?
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
He's already at about 45 pitches
With two outs in the second.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Place your bets, folks!!
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Who hit it?
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Shane Victorino
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
SERIOUSLY!??
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Seriously
His first career grand slam.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
ARGH....
first Loney, now Victorino?? I hate these guys!!!
Hmmm……
::ahem::
Gee, I really really hate Prince Fielder and Ryan Braun.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon."
Well
I do really hate Carlos Zambrano…
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Yeah, me too.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Grand slam
Brewers already have a pitcher up in the pen.
If they did plan for that, it was probably under “worst case scenarios”
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Is it Pedro Martinez?
And is the “fatal crash” his career?
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
not exactly something to joke about…
"There are only two seasons: winter and baseball"
-- Bill Veeck
What?
Pedro Martinez always being injured?
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Brewers go down 1-2-3
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Another double for Werth
This time, with two outs. They’re shaking things up a bit.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
And steals third
Next pitch bounces away from the catcher, but not far enough away.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Sabathia gets out of the inning
But he’s pretty unhappy.
72 pitches through 3 innings.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Jebus....
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Myers at bat again
He keeps fouling off pitches against Sabathia. It’s sort of funny.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
It is pretty awesome.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
And he flies out
But between his two at-bats, Sabathia’s thrown 19 pitches, and Myers has fouled off 7 of them.
To the pitcher. Seriously.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Bases loaded again for the Phillies
Ryan Howard coming out.
Sabathia’s out of the game.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
For the record
I blame this on the TBS announcers, who, when the Brewers pulled their starter after four innings yesterday, said that they didn’t have to worry, because Sabathia was the kind of guy who would go deep into the game, and could even give you a complete game.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Welcome to free agency, CC.
Buyer beware!!
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
They shouldn't worry too much
The Senate’ll just put together a bailout package for abused pitchers.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Ryan Howard Ks to end the inning
Sabathia’s ERA this post-season: 12.27
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Oh, man
I wasn’t going to watch that Leverage show, but then I saw it had Jane from Coupling. I’m sold.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
The storyline looks interesting
I just don’t care for the ads.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
The unspeakable in pursuit of the inedible
I don’t know whether to laugh or…well, just laugh, really at reading this:
Cubs fan arrested for throwing ball at Dodgers player. A Lincoln Park man was arrested for attempting to strike Los Angeles Dodgers’ left fielder Manny Ramirez with a baseball during the Cubs Wednesday night playoff loss at Wrigley Field. Paul Solans, 31, of the 2200 block of North Lincoln Avenue, was charged with reckless conduct and is scheduled to appear in misdemeanor court (Br.29) at the 2400 block of West Belmont Avenue on Oct. 23, police said. Solans caught Dodgers home run and, instead of immediately throwing it back onto the field, attempted to throw it at Ramirez when the Dodgers returned to the field. Security guards "grabbed him" and turned him over to Chicago Police, police said.
“The unspeakable in full pursuit of the uneatable”, as Oscar Wilde once said about fox-hunting…
I'm about to leave
But I’ll be listening on the radio.
At least, I hope it’s on the radio.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
When in doubt,
check NPR.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Which is where I ended up
Actually, given how much most music stations annoy me now, I’m usually listening to NPR, sports talk radio, or my MP3 player these days.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
I really only listen to
NPR, baseball/football games, and my MP3 player. I just skip the sports talk, since it tends to be waaay too Colin Cowherd-ish. NPR as a rule leans a bit liberal in its news reporting and commentary, but the alternative is conservative “news” radio….. blech… so, NPR it is.
Fun fact: Once, I was at the shooting range, and there was a guy listening to NPR on his car radio. That surprised me.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Mainly
I listen to sports talk radio if they’re talking to someone interesting. Or if I just need background noise.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Is there
really any difference?
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
With my attention span?
No, not really.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Cheers
to ADD!
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
We're Tivo-ing it
No, really. So, no spoilers as to which of the two candidates f’s thing up worse. :-)
Well,
Palin will make Tina Fey’s impressions seem true, and Biden will probably come across as a complete smart-ass, and all the media coverage will be about what a sexist pig Biden is.
I’m a bit fed up with politics right now, can you tell?
The fundamentals of the economy are strong. Mmmhm.
by emilylovesthedbacks on Oct 2, 2008 9:21 PM EDT up reply actions
YOU SEXIST!!
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
You call that coming across as a smart-ass?
On behalf of smart-asses everywhere, I’m offended by that portrayal.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Biden was successful at NOT smartassing last night.
Overall, I’ve been very happy with the first two debates. We haven’t had this kind of substantive political discussion for awhile — both have been respectful, although both McCain and Biden came across as a little condescending. Biden less so than McCain.
OTOH, there haven’t been any fun fireworks or KO blows, so the people who watch the debates like NASCAR, hoping for a crash, are totally unsatisfied so far.
But, there’s two more presidential debates, so…
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
I didn't
watch it last night, but I’ve heard some commentary on it today. That was just my assumption of what would happen.
I guess I was wrong. :-)
The fundamentals of the economy are strong. Mmmhm.
by emilylovesthedbacks on Oct 3, 2008 3:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Ugh.
I HATE “commentary” around election season. Everyone becomes so much more partisan. Then again, I guess that’s just a reflection of the electorate. We’re ALL more partisan, depending upon whom we’re supporting.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
"Commentary" on
the electorate, eh?
We are gonna get drunk with Adam Dunn and we're gonna head-butt some damn kangaroos.
This isn't really a spoiler
But seriously, folks, how hard is it to pronounce nuclear?? There is no “u” between the c and l!!!
I'm betting Palin
For some reason, it’s a Republican thing. :-)
by Jim McLennan on Oct 2, 2008 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions
I think it's like a middle America thing.
And yeah, it was Palin.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
My thoughts eactly
I kept muttering “nuclear” to myself after every time it was mispronounced.
In deference to Jim, I’ll keep the rest of my snark to myself.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
I had a teacher in high school who said it wrong
And I got sent to the principal’s office twice because I flinched and corrected every time.
What a crazy random happenstance!
Hey! Stop it.
“Nuclear” is elitist. “Nucular” is…. well, dumb. But still. Not elitist.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
I know I'm an elitist
I’ve accepted that. I’m happier that way.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
You're probably a sexist, too.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Probably
I mean, I’m a guy, so isn’t it inevitable?
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
SEXIST!!
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
I don't get it.
I thought McCain won the first presidential debate and I thought Biden cleaned up last night, but the conventional wisdom seems to be that Obama won the first debate and Palin wiped the floor last night. Maybe it’s because I look at substance rather than style.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Or else
I’m just racist and sexist.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Obviously
Phil, you can’t ever side with the old white guy!
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
But.... but.....
what if the old white guy is right??
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
I think
Popular opinion tells us that such an event can never happen.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Since when
have I ever agreed with popular opinion?
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
According to my records
Last Thursday, 6:32 pm. But that was brief.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Well, c'mon....
who DOESN’T hate the Yankees?? That doesn’t count.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Fortunately,
or unfortunately, depending on how you look at it, neither of them made any major errors. Biggest thing was Palin mistaking Gen. McKiernan for Gen. McClellan, but even that wasn’t a big deal and went over most people’s heads, sorta like McCain and then Obama mistaking the Revolutionary Guard for the Republican Guard. Biden apparently told Palin to come to a restaurant in Wilmington that’s been renamed for over 10 years.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Did I say 2-0? Make that 5-0
Martin just unclogged the loaded bases. Bet you the atmosphere at Wrigley is positively…well, nuculer now… :-)
NL West represent!
It’s comforting to realize the division doesn’t suck as much as everyone said.
by Jim McLennan on Oct 2, 2008 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Only for
one more game after this, though.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Four unearned runs, according to Yahoo.
Can’t blame him. Here’s what Bleed Cubbie Blue is like right now:
by Jim McLennan on Oct 2, 2008 10:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Quick!
Someone had better go check on Dan Bickley! I’m sure he’s not taking this well either….
"So Long, and Thanks for all the Fish!"
by unnamedDBacksfan on Oct 2, 2008 11:23 PM EDT up reply actions
Hey Jim...
Are you & the Mrs. planning a drinking game? You’ll get pretty drunk if you just use “maverick!” (This is not a jab at any party, it is fact….)
As suggested
Here? I’ll tell her to pick up a case of Moosehead on the way back from the cheerleaders. :-)
by Jim McLennan on Oct 2, 2008 10:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Hehe, looks good to me
Oh! Forgot to reply to your morning email. Will do that shortly!
by snakecharmer on Oct 2, 2008 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions
No prob
There wasn’t too much to reply to, IIRC. I have done the Playoff Thread for tomorrow though, just waiting for the Cubs-Dodgers game to finish, so I can add some extra snark, if necessary.
by Jim McLennan on Oct 2, 2008 10:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Okay, great
I was just going to take you up on your offer. :) I might have had time to do tomorrow’s (I don’t have as much as I thought though, so I’m glad you did it) but I will definitely need you for Saturday. I’ll be out of town most of the day.
by snakecharmer on Oct 2, 2008 10:58 PM EDT up reply actions
If all else fails,
I’m housesitting this weekend, so I probably won’t have anything to do, so I could set up the GDTs, too.
Might be going to Oktoberfest and might be going hiking, though.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Yeah,
that got a little annoying.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Interesting stuff
Before last night’s playoff win by the Red Sox , the last time a reigning World Series champion team won a playoff game was when the Yankees won Game 5 vs. AZ in 2001.
Wow
Seven years: goes to show you how much parity there is in baseball these days. Which is good, needless to say.
by Jim McLennan on Oct 2, 2008 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions
Er...
As he trots across there on his way to LF, obviously.
by Jim McLennan on Oct 2, 2008 11:00 PM EDT up reply actions
Shame he'll be wearing a Yankees uniform
By the end of the year.
by Jim McLennan on Oct 2, 2008 11:05 PM EDT up reply actions
WHo knows where he ends up, dodgers will have money to spend
So if we lose him its a big loss, but well be in the CC sweepstakes
If his arm falls off, are they going to make sure it gets a separate contract?
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
by kishi on Oct 2, 2008 11:59 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
+ eleventy billion
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
I think
if this season has showed anything, the Dodgers need help on offense more than anything. They’d be better putting all their resources on resigning Ramirez.
We are gonna get drunk with Adam Dunn and we're gonna head-butt some damn kangaroos.
Save yourself three pitches.
IHPB is so much quicker.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Pancakes would be pretty good right about now.
I mean, can you ever go wrong with pancakes? Well, probably, but barring a wedding proposal, they seem like a flawless choice.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
There's never
an incorrect time for IHOP.
We are gonna get drunk with Adam Dunn and we're gonna head-butt some damn kangaroos.
It seems to me
That IHOP would be the perfect place to hang out after some anti-kangaroo violence.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
7 to NOTHING
Dodgers over the cubbies.
What a way to start another century of futility…..
cubbies have 2 hits and 3 errors
"So Long, and Thanks for all the Fish!"
by unnamedDBacksfan on Oct 2, 2008 11:48 PM EDT reply actions
Four errors on the night for the Cubs
And they may not be done yet…
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
You may notice the internet is a bit slower tonight
There’s millions of Cubs fans Googling instructions on how to build an effigy. You know, just to be prepared.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Heh
Chicago Flubs. Classic headline, Chicago Sun-Times.
ESPN just played some great clips of angsty Cubs fans calling in to radio talk shows.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
I like the Sun-Times.
Better than the Tribune, anyway. Although the Trib has a much cooler building.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
That is a great building
Just the kind of place an evil billionaire should operate out of. Needs a good lightning storm in the background.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
But
would an evil billionaire steal stones from famous buildings around the world and incorporate them into the Tower?
Yeah, probably.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Probably
I do like the fact that they have a statue of a guy who there are no known pictures of.
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Which statue?
Robin Hood?
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Nathan Hale
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Also
I wish Phoenix had another newspaper. I dream of launching an afternoon broadsheet to blow the Arizona Republic out of the water.
We are gonna get drunk with Adam Dunn and we're gonna head-butt some damn kangaroos.
Did Phoenix use to have an afternoon newspaper?
Or am I just imagining that?
"Now, this is the dumbest thing I've ever heard [Hank Steinbrenner] say, and this is the third time I've said that this season."
Apparently
there was the Phoenix Gazette, but it died in 1997. Also, it and the Republic were own by the same people.
I wish there was a legitimate paper to compete against the the Republic, but with the way the industry is going, that’s probably too much to hope for.
We are gonna get drunk with Adam Dunn and we're gonna head-butt some damn kangaroos.
Wouldn't be too difficult in terms of quality.
Overcoming Gannett and its 9 million newspapers nationwide is another problem entirely.
I suppose I can’t talk too much, since my paper isn’t exactly the highest quality either.
A competitor
wouldn’t need to take on the 9 million, though, just local. Of course, that means they have the money and power of a larger newsgroup which would be harder to take on. The biggest problem, though, would probably be just that the industry is struggling enough that it would be hard to break in.
We are gonna get drunk with Adam Dunn and we're gonna head-butt some damn kangaroos.
Hmmm....
East Valley Tribune?
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
Just sayin'.
"If the government's nuclear football ever were to fall into the wrong hands, Chris Horton would be called upon to intercept it on behalf of the Pentagon." -Kissing Suzy Kolber
I thought I escaped!
I was so excited, so excited! Then I went and looked up my Hockey team and found Chris Bourque.
SCREW YOU, BOURQUE! ;)
What a crazy random happenstance!
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