Gameday Thread, #108: 7/31 vs. Padres
by Jim McLennan on Jul 31, 2008 8:00 PM EDT
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Here we go. Biggest series of the year so far - though I have the feeling that nothing will really be decided here. I think a split is the most likely result, and we'll be left to look down the road at bigger series, yet to come. That would likely be fine for Arizona: if we can leave Los Angeles with the lead, that's about all I want. Oh, and for the team not to be buried under a pile of rubble when the Big One hits.
This is a rematch from the last series between the two teams, through Brandon Webb won't thank you for mentioning it. He pitched very well, allowing only one run over eight innings. However, this was the game where Brandon Lyon couldn't retire anyone, blew a 4-1 lead as the Diamondbacks coughed up five runs in the ninth, in one of the most dis-spiriting losses of the season. However, in more evidence for 'momentum' being a myth, we've won seven of the ten games since, our best run in three months, so it clearly had no long-term effect.
At time of writing, it looks like we will be having to face Manny Ramirez before long, as the Dodgers have completed a trade with the Red Sox for the Disgruntled Slugger (TM). See luckycc's FanShot below for details, but it's certainly going to help their offense. Whether the undeniable hit their defense will take - and his rep as a clubhouse cancer - will outweigh this, however, remains to be seen.
Here's some cheering news. "Shortstop Khalil Greene fractured his left hand on Wednesday night when he slammed a storage chest at Petco Park in frustration over his season-long slump." Normally, a player getting injured wouldn't be cause for amusement. But when it's the result of them acting like a petulant five-year old - see also the recent splinterific incident involving TroyBoy - then I think it's fine to snigger loudly. Hey, that's one way to avoid having to play for the woeful Padres: self-mutilation.
You'll have to wait until morning for a report, since it's Mrs. SnakePit's birthday, and so she deserves - and will be getting! - my full attention tonight. There will be dinner; there may be a movie; then, who knows? :-) But it's not going to involve any kind of recap, of that I'm pretty sure...
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I suggest that
somebody else step up and do the recap for Jim tonight. He deserves the morning off as well! ;)
I can do it, except my roomie and I watch another tv show at 9 so I may miss the end of the game..
I won't be awake for the start-middle-or end of the game
So rule me out ;) Happy Birthday to Mrs SnakePit though!
I think the whole Manny thing could work in or favour for this series as it obviously distracts attention away from the field and also creates friction between 5 guys battling for 3 spots in the dodgers outfield, 7th inning deathmatch anyone? ;)
So...time for another drink then?
You mean you haven't turned nocturnal yet? ;)
Yeah, I agree, this will make for a pretty disgruntled group of outfielders…
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 8:12 PM EDT up reply actions
hard question...
if you were down 1 run in the bottom of the ninth in the world series, and a guy on third, 2 outs, who would you rather have batting, assuming they were the only 2 available to bat on your team- andruw jones, or chris burke?
Hello, My name is Indigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
Well
Assuming I couldn’t sneak the bat boy up the plate and also assuming that I forgot to bring my cyanide capsules to the park, then I would choose Chris Burke. My decision is heavily influenced by the runner at third. With no one on base, I would put Jones up there because on the rare occasions he connects, there is power behind his swing. With the tying run at the plate instead of in scoring position, I go with the awful hitter who has a much greater chance of tying the game with one swing.
With a runner on third and playing at home (since we are batting in the bottom of the 9th), then we play for the tie because we are favored in extra innings. . Burke is a light hitter, but it only takes a slap single to score the guy at 3rd. In addition, Burke has some speed and has shown the ability to leg out infield hits. Jones either hits it hard enough to score the running or makes an out while Burke allows for a potential third option of reaching first and extending the inning even if he doesn’t hit the ball hard enough to plate the runner.
I'll gladly step up to do the recap if no one else will.
Dear Josh Byrnes: Please DFA Chris Burke. He can't hit, and probably never will.
by C. Wesley Baier on Jul 31, 2008 9:08 PM EDT reply actions
Let me see how the game's going when 9pm rolls around
If I miss too much of the game, I’ll gladly let you have it, but I feel like I’m in a recapping mood tonight. (It BETTER be a good game..)
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 9:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Today’s line up:
S. Drew ss .268
C. Young cf .238
O. Hudson 2b .311
C. Jackson lf .319
C. Tracy 1b .305
M. Reynolds 3b .249
C. Snyder c .247
A. Romero rf .244
B. Webb p .163
Nothing really new tonight. 4 LHB vs Lowe.
Can't really complain about the lineup.
Dear Josh Byrnes: Please DFA Chris Burke. He can't hit, and probably never will.
by C. Wesley Baier on Jul 31, 2008 10:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Those other guys:
No Manny being Manny just yet.
J. Pierre lf .279
M. Kemp rf .295
R. Martin c .297
J. Loney 1b .298
C. Blake 3b .412
A. Jones cf .167
A. Berroa ss .204
P. Ozuna 2b .250
D. Lowe p .195
That's one hell of a line up
Dear Josh Byrnes: Please DFA Chris Burke. He can't hit, and probably never will.
by C. Wesley Baier on Jul 31, 2008 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Happy Birthday Ms. Snakepit
Hopefully the Dbacks give her a nice win for a birthday present.
Dear Josh Byrnes: Please DFA Chris Burke. He can't hit, and probably never will.
by C. Wesley Baier on Jul 31, 2008 10:08 PM EDT reply actions
Angel Hernandez?
Oh goody. Who’s he going after tonight?
"We...probed them all the way through. They're completely meat." — Terry Bisson
You Think ..
Gibson get’s a little teary eyed looking out to the stands when he thinks of that home run off Eckersly?
Haven't been around lately ...
Anyone got thoughts on Alex Romero’s potential higher in the batting order, like two-ish? Or how about him batting 9th, and the pitcher batting 8th, creating a dual lead off style hitters at that point in the order?
Trivia Question (because I'd like to know)
Does anyone know the name of the firm that designed the D-Back’s uniforms?
"We...probed them all the way through. They're completely meat." — Terry Bisson
well i was supposed to be in bed
As im up for work in 4 hours time… but heck its Friday :) lets go Snakes
So...time for another drink then?
Umpires
Angel Hernandez = pitcher’s umpire. With 2 quality pitchers on the mound, runs will be a premium.
Except
when its DBacks outfielders vs. Padres hitters. Then, we rob them.
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 10:23 PM EDT up reply actions
Drew
has thrown high before several times where Tracy has had to catch it high and then tag the runner going by.
Sorry gang but that was hardly a “great throw”. That ball was a tough short hopper and if O-Dawg doesn’t made a great catch and tag, that ball in in center field.
But
it was down where Hudson could make an easy tag
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 10:35 PM EDT up reply actions
Let's be honest here
Hudson would probably prefer that so he could patrol a larger area.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
But
he already covers more area than the Pacific Ocean!
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions
Lowe
is just pounding the inside to our hitters. Hopefully he doesn’t start getting a generous corner from Angel.
You know what's embarassing?
I was posting in last night’s recap, thinking it was a game thread. That’s how tired I am right now.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
I don't think anybody would have noticed
but for you pointing it out. :) That’s funny…
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions
I did it once when i was having severe network problems,lol
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.
Gee, thanks.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
How
long were you thinking it was odd that no one else was posting?
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions
And noticing that there were already 300 comments?
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 10:32 PM EDT up reply actions
No
the recap thread. I opened a bunch of tabs all at once, and lost track of which one I was in, I guess.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
I probably would have gone all game
but then I happened to look up at the firefox header, and saw “Diamondbacks 7- Padres 3”
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Modern
technology, it’ll mess you up every time
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 10:36 PM EDT up reply actions
FSN
Is anyone else having a hard time hearing the braodcast? I have the sound turned up pretty loud and can barely hear it. Naturally, the commercials are ear-splitting.
I noticed that too
though not to that extreme.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
I'm having trouble hearing the announcing
Background noise of the game is clear but nothing from the booth is loud enough.
I want to be in Haren's harem.
I did notice I had it turned up pretty high
but… I don’t know that that’s unusual for my tv.
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions
I did notice I had it turned up pretty high
but… I don’t know that that’s unusual for my tv.
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Then again
not being able to hear Gracie and Sutton ain’t such a bad thing.
3 outs and on to the 3rd inning. Now, let’s show that offense we’ve been showcasing lately!
You can do that every day
it’s called a mute button.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
But
also, they will too. And I love the additions to our bullpen depth.
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 10:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Rauch has been pretty solid
and Juan Cruz is expected to come back from the DL tomorrow.
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions
At least he's making
someone happy.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
I bet
his agent was happy with the contract…
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 10:42 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm a Wolverine girl myself
but he’s my second fav. Xman
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.
I just don't get it...
The out of town announcers always like to point out that when Jones comes to the plate, the home town fans boo him every time. That’s not true. In reality, we’re all just saying, ” ‘Druw!!!!!!!!”
Best of luck this series, you guys. Hope you’re all doing well :-)
Paul Lo Duca is MLB's Pablo Escobar..
by DodgerBlueBalls on Jul 31, 2008 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions
Radio
announcers seem to always be better to me. I think its because they know they cannot rely on the viewers also seeing the game.
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 10:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Agree
Even when i have the chance at home, to watch and listen to the game on tv, I always mute tv and put the radio on.
Will Hope Prevail?
by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions
LOL
Nice try, but we’re betting not.. ;)
Thanks so much, ‘preciate it! Best wishes to ya’ll too…
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions
Romero with a single of his own
now can we pleeeeeeeease bring him home?
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
I
am not sure about bunting b/c last night we bunted into a DP.
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, he's warming on me...
I am REALLY hoping that, when it’s time for Upton to come back, Romero stays over Burke.
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions
I would rather have an 11 year old
Than Burke.
Isn't it enough to know I ruined a pony making a gift for you?
Wait, I redact that
He has done well lately. I think that is just knee jerk.
Isn't it enough to know I ruined a pony making a gift for you?
My 12-year old nephew plays
I bet that’d help.
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Webb K's
on his bunt attempt.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Drew get his second hit
men on first and second, one out.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Drew 2 fer 2
2 on with one out
Will Hope Prevail?
by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 10:45 PM EDT reply actions
Ah crap
double play.
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DP on a broken bat hit
damn
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 10:46 PM EDT reply actions
Well
at least the Diamondbacks are proving they can hit Lowe so far. Now they just need to put it together.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Suit up!
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
It must be cold
I can see Robin’s nickles.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
is this really
you tonight?
Will Hope Prevail?
by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 10:51 PM EDT up reply actions
We are who
we said we are!
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Yikes!
The soco clan is going Denny greene on us!
;-)
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Didn’t you have this same problem yesterday?
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
No we really are
who we are supposed to be.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Today's problem
is my inability to find the game thread.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Yeah, I was just noticing that
You went on for a bit before you realized where you were.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
You could
have had a LOT of fun last night… LOL!
Will Hope Prevail?
by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions
I had a shoddy connection
But ooo the things I could have done. ;)
What a crazy random happenstance!
I am nobody who are you
are you nobody too?
formerly Seton Hall Snake Pit. The newer simpler version.
:D
sophomore year poetry. I’m not sure why that one stuck
formerly Seton Hall Snake Pit. The newer simpler version.
It genuinely is one of my favorite poems
From one of my favorite poets, though Khalil Gibrain and ee cummings are close behinds. But yes. :) Win.
What a crazy random happenstance!
-dary!
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Already made that joke
thanks.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
1-2-3 for Webb
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Another one of those!
This is looking too easy…
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 10:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Dodger down in order
webb with 3 k’s
Will Hope Prevail?
by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 10:51 PM EDT reply actions
That was a quick little half inning
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..
well that wasn’t where I wanted to put that response
by the mystical one on Jul 31, 2008 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions
I hope you're not lactose intolerant
‘cos the next part is…dary.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Another line out
geez bad luck so far.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Or
hit them where they are so hard it goes through them. That’s the way dad did it, that’s how America does it…and it’s worked out pretty well so far.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
So can someone
please be excited with me that I bought Bill James’ “Win Shares” for a buck last night at work? All my coworkers think I’m crazy, and so does my wife.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Wait
Are we allowed to be excited for you, and still think you’re crazy for other reasons? Because, if we are, that’s awesome!
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Yes!
That’s the beauty of it!
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Then I don’t know about anyone else, but I’m psyched. Hold on, I’ll put on my “Get Psyched Mix” CD.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
YOU GIVE LOVE
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A BAD NAME
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
(My wife had her first day of work at her new job today, and I put the “Barneys Get Psyched Mix” on her MP3 player. When I picked her up from work, one of her first questions was “Why was the theme song from Transformers on my MP3 player?”)
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
::drum intro::
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
I'm very, very excited indeed
even if I have no idea what it is.
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.
I thought I was excited
but it turned out to be heartburn instead.
Ahh, those hot dogs at Quick Trip….
Will Hope Prevail?
by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 10:58 PM EDT up reply actions
Bill James is the god of what many would consider to be
useless statistics. I would consider them numbers that mean something but I just don’t care
formerly Seton Hall Snake Pit. The newer simpler version.
92-84
Dodger over the DBacks all time
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 10:57 PM EDT reply actions
We could even that up this season
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Yeah, we could
starting tonight!
Will Hope Prevail?
by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 10:59 PM EDT up reply actions
base hit for
the dodgers. missed who
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:00 PM EDT reply actions
He's off to the races
guaranteed.
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GIDP! Woo!
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
And now
they’re getting the hits.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
so who's been watching the greatest week of the year
on the Discovery channel? Of course I’m talking Shark Week
formerly Seton Hall Snake Pit. The newer simpler version.
I bet
‘Skins is.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
I don't think he has Discovery Channel
while he’s in the Galapagos amongst the sharks..
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 11:04 PM EDT up reply actions
It's the 4th inning
are they seriously already doing the Wave?
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Because it's LA
They have to get it in early so they don’t feel obligated to stay long.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
any
beachballs yet?
Will Hope Prevail?
by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:06 PM EDT up reply actions
They
must have confiscated all of the beachballs already
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 11:07 PM EDT up reply actions
ran to break room
so I missed some of the game
Strike out!
On to the 5th
Will Hope Prevail?
by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah I was about to say...
No runs scored but Webby’s pitch count got up quite a bit…
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 11:09 PM EDT up reply actions
K to end teh inning
Nice work, Webb.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Blake strikes out again
to end the inning.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
What is this feeling?
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Seconded
Hello, My name is Indigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
by utahdbacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:12 PM EDT up reply actions
I looked out this morning and the sun was gone
Turned on some music to start my day
I lost myself in a familiar song
I closed my eyes and I slipped away
It’s more than a feeling, when I hear that old song they used to
play (more than a feeling)
I begin dreaming (more than a feeling)
‘till I see Marianne walk away
I see my Marianne walkin’ away
.............................................
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:13 PM EDT up reply actions
I was going for Wicked
but I’ll take Boston.
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That
would have meant that at least one run scored
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 11:11 PM EDT up reply actions
lower expectations = less aprehension
Hello, My name is Indigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
by utahdbacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:11 PM EDT up reply actions
I
do not have lower expectations with a Cy Young winner on the mound, especially in big games
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 11:12 PM EDT up reply actions
i meant the team in general
Hello, My name is Indigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
by utahdbacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:13 PM EDT up reply actions
Webb
is a huge part of this team and the most consistent indicator of a victory (until Haren supplants him, Webb has multi-year consistency)
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 11:14 PM EDT up reply actions
LA sports capital of the world?
You have got to be kidding me.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Of course!
Look at their thriving NFL franchises!
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Only
because they are the media capital of the world and can thus self-promote like no other
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 11:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Then they're terrible at it
considering they get out promoted by Boston and New York any day of the week.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
No no no :)
The Baseball Capital of California, I think they said…
Yeah, I wouldn’t mind agreeing with that… the Bay Area hasn’t been dominant in years.
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 11:12 PM EDT up reply actions
No
Lasorda said LA was the sports capital of the world. I know he’s supposed to be a homer, but come on.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Oh!
Okay, I heard Sutton/Grace talk about the capital of CA… I didn’t hear that from Lasorda. Yeah, that’s pretty ridiculous..
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 11:15 PM EDT up reply actions
I got feeling we're about to bust loose.
The team that continues to disappoint, the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Reynolds with his second K
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Why did we sit on our asses while LA gets Man Ram.
The team that continues to disappoint, the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Because Josh Byrnes does his best to disappoint you personally.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
I wanted Jason Bay
but oh well.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Jackson
and a minor-leaguer, if the rumors will true
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 11:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Screw that
not worth it.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Totally agree
because we get his big bat in the lineup
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 11:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Our whole club, from the farm up, is light years ahead with log jams problems. I don’t want to bring in a rental, the only thing good about another franchise.
by Captain D Bag on Jul 31, 2008 11:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Has there ever been any case
where a high priced mid season aquisition makes all the difference?
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.
I'm sure there has been
but I can’t think of any right now. Of course I probably couldn’t speel my one naim write noo.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Because we don’t want him.
It's like living with a six-year old.
by 4 Corners Fan on Jul 31, 2008 11:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Tommy Lasorda has become a Crazy Old Kook
I generally despise the things that ESPN does during the summer, for example, this years ‘Title Town’ feature. But, I didn’t walk away from the tv this year when they did the LA segment, and Lasorda literally couldn’t name ANYTHING significant about the contributions of LA sports teams other than GIbson’s home run.
I mean … USC, UCLA, the Lakers multiple dynasties, the history of the Raiders (when they mattered), Wayne Gretzkey becoming the all time leading scorer in NHL history … and he’s got a home run (granted, pretty memorable, but there were a lot of good things that season. I would argue Hershisers scoreless streak during that pennant run was nearly as impressive)
Doesn’t really justify his inability to promote the non-baseball aspects of LA when that’s what he’s supposed to be doing.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Nobody was arguing that
it was the “other” aspects of the LA sports scene….
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Webb straight up
ballin’.
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Man
I can’t put into words how disappointed I am in Milwaukee.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
The baseball
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
You're more helpful in the other thread :P
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 11:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Fine!
I’m taking my football and going home!
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
There’s no quitting for football in baseball!
by Captain D Bag on Jul 31, 2008 11:22 PM EDT up reply actions
But
you can quit basketball for baseball
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 11:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Thanks, that's what I see...
Looks like he’s been getting them out with the change and curve, mostly.
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 11:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Evening all
Has Andruw Jones always had all those ghetto tats? If not, did they start appearing when he started sucking?
by AF DBacks Fanatic on Jul 31, 2008 11:20 PM EDT reply actions
Slightly OT:
I didn’t Rauch’s tats until he joined the DBacks
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 11:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Ruuuuuuuns
I want ruuuuuuuns (from the Diamondbacks).
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We're about to find out
he has a double.
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Drew's looking food today
3 for 3
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Good
I should grab something for dinner, probably.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Cannibalism is NOT okay
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Could have been a triple … damn people in the playing field …
by Captain D Bag on Jul 31, 2008 11:24 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah, he has!
The more the merrier…..
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Young strikes out
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CY strikes out
7 for Lowe tonight
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:26 PM EDT reply actions
Why was he
moved back up?
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:27 PM EDT up reply actions
I think for Romero to be #8
Somebody had to be up… ::shrug::
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 11:27 PM EDT up reply actions
9 doubles
in the past week.
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Young?
Really?
Just not his night tonight then… my bad.
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:29 PM EDT up reply actions
Well
to be fair the rest of the year hasn’t been great.
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But
isn’t it about what-have-you-done-for-me-lately? This is America, after all
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 11:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Nah, I didn't see it either
I guess you’re right, just not when I’m watching!
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 11:30 PM EDT up reply actions
And
Drew has looked pretty good at #1. Drew = hot, CY= cold.
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 11:27 PM EDT up reply actions
CY is hitting
roughly 300 in the last week, just being pwned tonight
formerly Seton Hall Snake Pit. The newer simpler version.
They should be warm then...
or at least have a thunderstorm in between at bats…..
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:28 PM EDT up reply actions
Come on Hudson!
Damn!
almost O-Dawg
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:26 PM EDT reply actions
Hudson grounds out
scoring chance wasted.
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Dangit
Drew stranded again.
Guys, this isn’t like the Padres or Giants, where we can beat on their relievers.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
ddddaaaaaaaaammmmmmmmmmmmmmmiiiiiiiiiiiiiitttttttttttttttttttt
Wikipedia is accurate. (citation needed)
I am offended
by all these zeros in the box score.
Then again, I am a D-backs fan so I am offended a lot.
Come on guys.
I'll make it.
Pierre back on
with a single.
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Let's hope the rest
of the line up performs like ours just did
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:32 PM EDT up reply actions
all 5 pitches were good ones
he just battled well
formerly Seton Hall Snake Pit. The newer simpler version.
Hit and run
men on the corners with one out.
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At least
the DP is still in order
crosses fingers
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 11:33 PM EDT up reply actions
Pierre takes off
and a base hit puts him on 3rd…
one out, 1st and 3rd
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:33 PM EDT reply actions
Come on DP!
we soooo need a dp
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:34 PM EDT reply actions
2-0 on Martin
Loney next….
FOCUS WEBB
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:34 PM EDT reply actions
someone just left for dinner
didn’t they?
Whom ever it was, this is their fault
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:35 PM EDT reply actions
KISHI!!!
Get back here this instant, young man!!!
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 11:35 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm right here!
I never left!
You’re not my mother anyway!
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
You ate dinner!
No more dinner for you!
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 11:37 PM EDT up reply actions
1-0
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
1-0
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Pierre scores
on a floater to 2nd
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:35 PM EDT reply actions
It was
a good decision to try and not force something
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 11:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Lead off double
have faith
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Tracy, nice grab
1-0, bad guys
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:38 PM EDT reply actions
Tracy saves another run from coming in
on catching the line out. Now we NEED to get some runs, no screwing around guys!
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
I've been impressed with Tracy at 1B
For the most part, he’s been pretty good!
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 11:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Cue "Noah" bit from Cosby
“Riiiiight…what’s a cubit?”
by Snakebitten on Jul 31, 2008 11:39 PM EDT up reply actions
yes we can
I feel a Romero hero night coming on…
by AF DBacks Fanatic on Jul 31, 2008 11:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Sedona Bob
makes me think that Sedona is full of rednecks. Now why would I want to visit some place with a lot of rednecks?
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Really?
Sedona’s full of hippies, not rednecks.
At least, that’s been my experience.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
CoJack with a double
That’s a good start to the rally.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Jackson jacks
a double to lead this off. Now get him home!
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Into the Corner
Lead off double , Conor Jackson
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:41 PM EDT reply actions
Sweetness
Now is tracy’s time to shine
by AF DBacks Fanatic on Jul 31, 2008 11:41 PM EDT reply actions
CJ!!!
come on dude!
We’ll get you home, (I hope)
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:42 PM EDT reply actions
Time for #70
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
WTHeck did I just hear?
qualls is warming up?
Here comes dinner back up!
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:43 PM EDT reply actions
Tie game!
RBI Double for Reynolds!
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
YEAH 1-1
With a Reynolds double!
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Fair ball
WTG MARK!!!
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:43 PM EDT reply actions
TIED !!!!!
Let’s get Mark home
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:44 PM EDT reply actions
2-1!
Go, Snyder!
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
I didn’t even have to reveal my new secret weapon.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
I dare not speak it's name
It will await in the shadowy corners of the internet until the time has come to call upon it.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Giants hat?
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2-1!
With a Snyder hit!
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Now THAT'S
aggressive baseball!
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
I like it when we order up doubles
Mark did good…keep it going
by AF DBacks Fanatic on Jul 31, 2008 11:44 PM EDT reply actions
Snyder Delivers
LEAD!!!!!
2 to 1 Diamondbacks!!
WOOHOO
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:44 PM EDT reply actions
Lowe is out!
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
That'll do, Snyder. That'll do.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
I was just talking about
the Snyder RBI. Nothing new has happened.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
I know the quote
from Gilmore Girls, I don’t know of its source..
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 11:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Babe
“That’ll do, pig. That’ll do.”
Never saw the movie myself, but heard it referenced enough.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Babe?
“That’ll do pig, that’ll do.”
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Yeah, that's the one
I know it from a GG title… :)
by snakecharmer on Jul 31, 2008 11:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Thought it was Shrek...
That’ll do Donkey, That’ll do
by AF DBacks Fanatic on Jul 31, 2008 11:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Almost as good
as Manning face.
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He was
not happy.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
BoMel, take notes!
THAT’S how you pull a pitcher who doesn’t want to come out.
"We...probed them all the way through. They're completely meat." — Terry Bisson
Man
You know who could threaten to become my favorite player right now? Romero.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Not quite enough
But better than nothing. I still like him.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
When is his birthday?
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Hmmm...
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Romero gets a single
two on, one out.
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Romero comes thru
Snyder holds up at 2nd
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:49 PM EDT reply actions
OUCH!
that hurts
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:49 PM EDT up reply actions
They’re no Hermes Conrad.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Bender's Big Score
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Webb bunt fouls out
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:51 PM EDT reply actions
Webb K's AGAIN
on a bunt. Geez, take some practice, guy!
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Time to go 4 for 4 Drew.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
It's not against Lowe
will he know what to do?
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Come on Drew....
make it 4 of 4
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:52 PM EDT reply actions
:::thud::::
3 of 4 nothing to sneeze at
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Truw
It’s like the Cubs series- I can’t complain too much about it.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Ugh
My typing is terrible today. Time to start using the preview function more often.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
He usually does pretty well, no?
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:53 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm thinking
of Davis then….
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Drew k's
but we got the lead.
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Dangit, Drew
But a lead is nice.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
hope they take their
beach balls with them
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:55 PM EDT up reply actions
that's why they did the wave early
only time there’s enough of them
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.
Look
If Josh Byrnes wants an assistant who can actually talk coherently, he should call me.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
so manny should be here tomorrow, yes?
that should be interesting….
could go either way with him
Hello, My name is Indigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
On one hand
the his defense certainly won’t help them. On the other, he’ll be more than a gurgling toilet of crap for hitting like Jones.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Blake
getting owned by Webb.
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damn
bamboo bats
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Andruw goes down again
Fun to watch.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Jones strikes out
crowd really behind him
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:57 PM EDT reply actions
Is that why he’s backlit by torches?
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Sun Devils, woo!
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+1
He looks like he doesn’t care.
"We...probed them all the way through. They're completely meat." — Terry Bisson
Didn't see him much
when he was with the Braves. But judging from his time with the Dodgers, I wouldn’t be surprised.
"We...probed them all the way through. They're completely meat." — Terry Bisson
that
was quick!
On to the 8th
2-1, YOUR DIAMONDBACKS
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by unnamedDBacksfan on Jul 31, 2008 11:57 PM EDT reply actions
They were saying “AnDruuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuw!“
They’re big fans.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
He's a big player
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Uh Huh. Especially after he doesn’t get a hit.
It's like living with a six-year old.
by 4 Corners Fan on Aug 1, 2008 12:00 AM EDT up reply actions
I believe so
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Do they
still give out Jack balls?
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
we have a good shot at double digit hits again today
Hello, My name is Indigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
I just realized
that Diamondbacks “scout” I sat next to at a Giants-Dbacks game a couple years was actually Peter Woodfork, the Asst. GM. I wanted to ask him a question but he and the AZ scout next to him were real douchey looking 30-somethings.
The Tampa Bay scout a row in front of me was a 50 something classic old-school scout type and as he soon as he realized I was interested, he talked my ear off for the rest of the game. It was a beautiful Sunday afternoon in San Francisco and I was sitting behind home plate for a Brandon Webb start. That was about as good as it gets.
Another reason
why I should be the Assistant GM instead of Wooddouche.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
That sounds
like a great trip to the ballpark.
"We...probed them all the way through. They're completely meat." — Terry Bisson
Well, I'm finally home.
And after a second viewing of the Dark Knight, I have to say that if the opportunity presents itself, see it in IMAX. Granted, unless you don’t mind driving to Signal Butte and the US 60, it might be difficult. :-)
I’ll be around sparingly for the next few days, spending most of my time on the beach and at Dodger Stadium.
Maybe the Diamondbacks should just sign me...
by emilylovesthedbacks on Aug 1, 2008 12:03 AM EDT reply actions
Have fun in California!
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Jackson flies out
into the bottom of the 8th.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Ether
gets a single. Rauch is up in the pen.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Come on, Webby!
GIDP time.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
wow
the guy batting is like their version of burke…
Hello, My name is Indigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
Another hit
men on first and second. Rauch where are you?
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Hard to do that off a bunt
especially against Pierre.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
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DOUBLE PLAY AT THE PLATE
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
YOU HAVE GOT TO BE SHAVING ME!
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
You and me
makin’ fun of the Padres all up ins.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Jackson catches the fly out
throws it in, slightly off, but Snyderman makes the diving play to get Ethier out! Oh yeah!
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Great play by both of 'em.
I love to watch these guys when the defense works.
"We...probed them all the way through. They're completely meat." — Terry Bisson
I think
Eric Byrnes just lost his job.
"We...probed them all the way through. They're completely meat." — Terry Bisson
Hmmm… who can we trade him for starts exploring trade options
by singaporedbacksfan on Aug 1, 2008 12:16 AM EDT up reply actions
We can dream
I would probably be much happier with CoJack in left.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
A great play just happens
and you have to make a tenuous connection to Byrnes? You have to be kidding me.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Only as a way
of saying that Conor Jackson is playing some good left field. If he’s comfy there, I’d move Byrnes somewhere else.
But sorry for bringing up a sore hamstring subject.
"We...probed them all the way through. They're completely meat." — Terry Bisson
now we need to buy them sonics
Hello, My name is Indigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
OMG...
If only I can actually see the play!
by singaporedbacksfan on Aug 1, 2008 12:16 AM EDT reply actions
Did snyder get the tag on his face?
awesome job…Byrnes who?
by AF DBacks Fanatic on Aug 1, 2008 12:17 AM EDT reply actions
Side of the head/neck
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
ThrowJack? No.
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Now I’m going to howl.
HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOWWWWWWWWL
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Noooooooooo!
I am so with you. That’s NOT BIG LEAGUE!!
by snakecharmer on Aug 1, 2008 12:18 AM EDT up reply actions
It's almost
Berman-esque.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Noooooo
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
I don't know,
when the alternative is Lyon pitching against the Dodgers again….
My kingdom for a closer by committee.
Melvin said he was going to send Lyon in to close out the game against the Dodgers, and the entire starting rotation started stabbing Melvin with lobster forks.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Inning over
bring on the Lyons of War.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Okay, Lyon
Earn some trust and confidence here.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
here we go...
::deep breath::
Hello, My name is Indigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
Oh yes
I’m a little nervous. A first pitch strike is a nice start though.
"We...probed them all the way through. They're completely meat." — Terry Bisson
K!
One down!
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Martin strikes out
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
(That silence is the whole Snakepit holding their breath)
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
not to mention
its hard to type with crossed fingers
Hello, My name is Indigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
by utahdbacksfan on Aug 1, 2008 12:26 AM EDT up reply actions
I was going to say that I wasn't too nervous
but I didn’t want to open the door for people hurf durfin’ about how I jinxed the game if something went wrong.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Two outs!
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Loney
grounds out. Let’s finish this!
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Single
Runner on, two out, Andruw Jones up.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
We should have nothing to worry about, right?
Riiiiiiight?
by snakecharmer on Aug 1, 2008 12:28 AM EDT up reply actions
The crowd is obviously conflicted.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Those cheers
Turned into boos awfully quickly.
"We...probed them all the way through. They're completely meat." — Terry Bisson
Walrus
please live up to your name.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
He didn’t make us wait long to let our a sigh of relief eh?
by singaporedbacksfan on Aug 1, 2008 12:30 AM EDT up reply actions
BOOYAH
GAME
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Ballgame!
Win!
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Doughnuts?
I think he’s had enough of those already.
"We...probed them all the way through. They're completely meat." — Terry Bisson
Keep up the good work, Shums!
"We...probed them all the way through. They're completely meat." — Terry Bisson
Woo!
It wasn’t pretty at times, but the result is what we want.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Nice game D'backs
Hopefully we keep the streak rolling tomorrow…
by AF DBacks Fanatic on Aug 1, 2008 12:30 AM EDT reply actions
Great game
A bit nerve ranking at times, but a great victory in the end. Will I need to do the recap?
Dear Josh Byrnes: Please DFA Chris Burke. He can't hit, and probably never will.
by C. Wesley Baier on Aug 1, 2008 12:31 AM EDT reply actions
in the last 9 games vs the dodgers, he's 8-0 with a sub-2 ERA
Wikipedia is accurate. (citation needed)
* does the happy dance *
I was holding my breath the last inning but SWEET! :)
What a crazy random happenstance!
Quick check in:
How goes it, Snakepitters? Went diving today—saw 9 sharks, 2 sea turtles, 2 sea lions, a pod of dolphins, a school of huge eagle rays, eels, some pufferfish, etc. Much to mrssoco’s joy and soco’s chagrin, I am not dead yet.
Also, while boarding the boat early this morning, (wearing a sedona red hat, naturally) I spotted a fellow wearing a Dbacks T-shirt boarding the ferry to Baltra. (Island with the airport) Didn’t get a chance to ask him where he’s from, though. Small world, eh? My uncle asked me why it was so cool, and I replied that the Dbacks don’t have much of a fan base. Somewhat joking, he asked me, “What—isn’t there a “Dbacks Nation”?” I responded, “Yeah…. you’re looking at it.”
Anyway, should be back intown Sunday night. Devin says that I need to stay out of the country until the postseason.
Go Dbacks. Beat LA!
Mark Reynolds: back to turning me gay.
get andruw jones cut?
probably check
Hello, My name is Indigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
by utahdbacksfan on Aug 1, 2008 12:36 AM EDT up reply actions
He can stay on the roster
But I think he’s going to spend a lot of time on the bench as well.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Sunday Night?
So like the night AFTER the party.
You are avoiding us, aren’t you? ;)
What a crazy random happenstance!
If we lose the day after you get back, I’m forging document and having you deported.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
I’ll worry about unimportant details like that when it becomes necessary.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
There’s an island in Tuscany that seems appropriate.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Hehe.....
I was waiting for that.
Appropriate, too, since I just watched The Count of Monte Cristo two days ago.
Mark Reynolds: back to turning me gay.
I'll help.
Any way to just make sure he stays there?
Maybe the Diamondbacks should just sign me...
by emilylovesthedbacks on Aug 1, 2008 12:55 AM EDT up reply actions
You'd be surprised...
Maybe the Diamondbacks should just sign me...
by emilylovesthedbacks on Aug 1, 2008 12:58 AM EDT up reply actions
Yeah. In fact,
I’ve already taken….. ::checks camera::..... 837 pictures. I think.
Not to mention the underwater pix, which weren’t taken on my camera.
Mark Reynolds: back to turning me gay.
Yeah.
I don’t think I got any pics with sharks unfortunately, even though I was swimming with a whitetip today. But I definitely got a pic with a sea turtle while snorkeling. (And holding my breath and diving down to 20 feet to get the shot)
Mark Reynolds: back to turning me gay.
Oh well,night night guys
great agme, let’s do it all again tommorrow
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.
Seriously?
Tomorrow’s game isn’t until 7:40? Come on!
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Good to see
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
As a transplanted Twins fan
this makes me very sad.
Think I’ll go watch that put out at home again.
"We...probed them all the way through. They're completely meat." — Terry Bisson
If you're looking for a replay
of Jackson and Snyder’s great play, ESPN has named it their #1 web gem for July.
"We...probed them all the way through. They're completely meat." — Terry Bisson
Saved the best for last, I suppose.
Would have thought it’d be nigh-impossible to beat Romero’s catch, but CoJack and Snyder managed it. =)
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Or that sick
Hudson “slap the ball to Tracy for the out” play.
Knock off the hippie crap, strap on a helmet, and start shooting. This is baseball, Diamondbacks, I want you to storm that beach like it's Normandy!
Heh
Dave Burns started the post-game show with the sound clip of CoJack’s throw home, and then made some remark about how he didn’t even need to do a flip to get the ball home.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Is someone working on the recap? If not, I’ll do it.
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
Okay, cool
Just didn’t want to start on it and realize halfway through you were already done. Guess I could just put it up on my own blog… =)
"Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
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