Gameday Thread, #19: 4/27 vs. Cubs
by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 7:45 PM EDT
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Ok, let's get it out of the way first, shall we? Certain things just ask to be viewed time and time again: Fawlty Towers, Tremors, Game 7 of the 2001 World Series, all could be on an infinite loop and I would be happy. Here is another one of those glorious moments - actually, the thread was ready for publication at 11am, but I just spent six hours watching this in all its petulant goodness, and giggling:
There. That was fun. However, Lilly has been a complete different animal, when facing the Diamondbacks in the regular season: his three starts since the start of 2007 have all been quality ones. He has allowed a total of six runs in 20 innings, an ERA of 2.70, with a K:BB ratio of 24:5 in that time. It looks rather more likely that the 2007 playoffs were the aberration, rather than what we should expect tonight. Fortunately, we'll be sending up Dan Haren, who has been phenomenal in his four starts to date, and should have been 4-0, if there were any justice in the world - instead, he has got fewer wins than Russ Ortiz. Yeah, my thoughts exactly; that just ain't right, and I trust the Diamondbacks will require no more motivation for tonight, than correcting that massive injustice.
Or maybe we just need to get Ted Lilly out to Scottsdale. For the SF Gate reports that the Twitter page of Giants' closer Brian Wilson indicates he wasn't exactly taking it easy the evening before he blew a three-run lead: "We have to conclude the Giants' closer was out very late Saturday night clubbing in Scottsdale. There are a couple of posts suggesting he was getting into it with what he called "overaggressive males." His last post of the night is stamped "about 22 hours ago," in other words, 1 a.m. Sunday." Nick Piecoro also notes "This isn’t even the first Diamondbacks-Giants related Twitter incident in recent weeks. Two Saturdays ago, Giants pitcher Barry Zito posted Twitter messages that he and Eric Byrnes were out late in
The Diamondbacks made another roster move today, with Bobby Korecky being sent down to Reno, to make room for veteran Tom Gordon. Nice to have another fresh arm in the bullpen, after yesterday's 12-inning marathon - though it may not have been too taxing. Qualls was the only reliever to throw more than a dozen pitches, and even he was only at 22, so just about everyone should be available if needed tonight. I might be inclined to skip Peña, who had 23 pitches Saturday and 12 yesterday, so we may see Gordon in the 8th inning tonight., if needed.
Finally, tangentially-related to baseball, a disturbing note about the current swine flu outbreak: the World Health Organization today "raised the severity of its pandemic alert level to four from three on a six-point scale. Level four means there is sustained human-to-human spread in at least one country." We've already seen soccer matches in Mexico take place in front of empty stadiums, in an effort to slow the spread of the disease. Being we are in one of the states that borders Mexico, I am beginning to wonder how far this may go, and whether we'll see the same kind of thing happening here. There: a depressing note on which to finish. I'll see you in the comments - I'll be the one wearing the face-mask and waving the Lysol about.
Lineup
- Young CF - presumably a psychological reminder of the homer above
- Ojeda SS
- Jackson 1B
- Reynolds 3B
- Byrnes LF
- Upton RF
- Roberts 2B
- Snyder C
- Haren P
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Rough time for Mexico City
Swine flu, and then an earthquake today? Did Huitzilopochtli finally realize that the sacrifices had tailed off?
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Not to mention
pollution, overpopulation, crime….
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:17 AM EDT up reply actions
Lilly vs Haren
Should be a realllly good pitching matchup.
Then again, we thought that on opening day…..
Only because
our offense sucks….
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions
Danny Haren
do u think he is pissed that he is 1-3 with a 1.38 era when he damn well should be 4-0
Depends
On how much he values wins as a measure of self-esteem. I think he probably knows better than that. I just think he wants to do the best he can for the team, and thus far, he has been virtually perfect in that area.
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 9:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Cubs line-up
No Lee, Bradley or Ramirez. Hell, they’re so banged up they’ve got “R. Johnson” playing centerfield. Now, that’s something I would pay good money to see.
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
Not sure I think much
Of the Big Unit’s new look though:
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by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 9:04 PM EDT up reply actions
He plays a good RF, that's for sure:
http://www.metacafe.com/watch/2696445/reed_johnson_makes_an_amazing_catch_on_prince_fielder/
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
He certainly
Looks a lot more athletic than in his days on the mound for Ariz…
What? Reed Johnson? Why I oughta…
:-)
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by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions
:::sings:::
“Pictures of Lily
Make me feel so wonderful
Pictures of Lily
Help me sleep at night”
Nick Adenhart R.I.P.
lol
Don't say nothing about A.J. Pierzynski without good cause , even if you do i will kick your butt
by pierzynskirules on Apr 27, 2009 9:06 PM EDT up reply actions
Psst
Read the preview. :-) See also here
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by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 9:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Well fine :P
Yahoo is just super slow at updating things. And I’m a… slow reader? ;)
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions
LOL
They’re not the only ones. Baseball-Reference.com still has Petit going for us tonight! THAT was a shock to my system, I can tell you…
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by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 9:23 PM EDT up reply actions
Wouldn't surprise me
As noted in the preview, Pena has pitched two nights in a row, so Gordon seems the most likely replacement. Doesn’t seem that Melvin has any qualms about setting him straight into a high-leverage slot. It’ll probably be the seventh long-term, if he does okay, but on occasion he’ll see later use or the odd save situation, depending on the availability of Has No E and Bring The.
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by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 9:16 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm okay if they go with Gordon when Q isn't available
Flash! A-ah! He’ll save every one of us!
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Surprised
it took this long.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:35 PM EDT up reply actions
Jarrod Parker promoted to Double-A
In four starts this year, Parker was 1-0 with a 0.95 ERA. In 19 innings, the 20-year-old right-hander walked four and struck out 21.
Yeah, time to give him a challenge…
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Wow, yeah, for sure
I should try to get to a Lancaster game this year… we are still affiliated with Lancaster right?
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 9:36 PM EDT up reply actions
LOL
Wise to check. No, they’re with the Astros now, I believe.
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by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 9:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Wikipedia is your friend
According to this, Visalia at High-A, South Bend Low-A.
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by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 9:40 PM EDT up reply actions
Ohhh yeah, Visalia
Hehe yeah but I like when others wiki things for me. ;)
Cool, thanks!! I will definitely try to make one of those.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 9:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Yakima
is still our Short-A team, right?
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:23 AM EDT up reply actions
Sounds possible
Though he’d still be very young, what, 22 or thereabouts? Might need him though! Haren, Scherzer, and then…
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by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 9:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Please don't hit Alfonso in the head
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
If he hits many more like that
It may become the only credible tactic. :-)
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by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 9:43 PM EDT up reply actions
Hey, I said that BEFORE the homer!
I dunno if you saw, but after Wellemeyer hit Soriano the other day, Harden hit Pujols right in the butt. It was kinda funny.
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And also
A considerably larger target…
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by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 9:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh man
Dan Haren’s going to be so mad now.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
I'm not calling a loss yet
No way. It’s too early.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
Oh, you...
[Shakes head sadly…]
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by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 9:45 PM EDT up reply actions
HARENSMASH!!!!!
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:37 PM EDT up reply actions
So
If Byrnes is Captain America, Mark is Iron Man, Haren is The Hulk…
To hell with waiting for an Avengers movie, we’ve already got one here.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
How was it??
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:24 AM EDT up reply actions
Optimistic prediction
for you.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
And first Wolverine advert
Middle of the first. Could be a long night…
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I'm glad I'm listening to the game...
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
Well, that
Was entirely non-productive. Now let’s get a zero on the board for them.
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
Whoa...
he might take that literally, and invite Byrnes over too….
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:44 PM EDT up reply actions
Dear Dan Haren
Your infielders are allowed to make outs too.
Love, AZ Fans
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
Errors
D’Backs commit them.
Wear your own fur.
by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 9:55 PM EDT up reply actions
im calling it folks....
the d backs will score 3 runs this inning………
That was simple
Be nice to get the run back, and the upcoming trio have had their moments of late.
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Lead off double for Reynolds
Let’s get him home!
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I know, right?
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:00 PM EDT up reply actions
Hmmm..... good call on the bunt by Byrnes,
but it curls just foul.
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Byrnes tries to bunt him over
Ball rolls foul.
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Almost could have been a bunt single,
if it hadn’t been foul.
Pretty borderline strike call there.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:01 PM EDT up reply actions
Some conflicting
“LETS GO DBACKS” “LETS GO CUBBIES” chants going.
Have I mentioned that I despise Cubs fans?
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Ever Hear the Cubs Victory Song?
Worst song you’ll ever hear.
Wear your own fur.
by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 10:03 PM EDT up reply actions
Fortunately,
you don’t hear it very often.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:07 PM EDT up reply actions
Hate the fans
Hate the second baseman’s stupid little goatee.
Mostly, I just freaking hate the Cubs.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
I
hate hate HATE the Cubs.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:07 PM EDT up reply actions
Remember
when the Sox were here last year? The Crowd was so much louder “LETS GO DBACKS” “LETS GO RED SOX”
kind of nice to hear that type of stuff at a baseball game.
Maybe two years ago?
Dbacks played at Fenway last year.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
Yeah.
4 game series in 07. Red Sox won 3, Dbacks won a 4-hit shutout by RJ.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Naw, he's a former A
so I like him.
It was really funny when the Red Sox put “LILLY” on their jackets to get the crowd to chant at him.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions
I hate him
because he’s a Cub.
I hate all Cubs.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Pinella out to argue
There’s a shocker.
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by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 10:05 PM EDT up reply actions
He WAS safe.
And yet, Lou decides to complain.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:11 PM EDT up reply actions
"Safe? What is that?"
I don’t understand this concept of safe. Please, explain.
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by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 10:07 PM EDT up reply actions
What's that little hop by Soriano?
When he catches a ball? It looks…well, there’s really not really a nice word for it. :-)
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Reynolds steals 3rd,
tag MIGHT have beaten him, but the ball pops out.
STFU Lou. Sit your dumb ass down.
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He was initially called out,
even though I thought he beat the tag too, but then the ball popped out…
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions
Pretty sure the 6’1 200 Reynolds woulda lost that one to the 6’1 230 Soto.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
What about me??
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:46 PM EDT up reply actions
I never surprise?
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:24 AM EDT up reply actions
Doesn't matter.
Reynolds had all the momentum.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah....
Ironman should’ve rammed him.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Aargh.
Not going to be our night. I do tend to think that was too shallow a ball to try it.
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I can't be too upset at that call.
We’ve been terrible all season offensively (lowest OPS+ in the majors) so I think that when you CAN score, it’s worth the chance.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:13 PM EDT up reply actions
Looks like they
gave Reynolds a caught stealing and an error on Fontenot. This should have been a stolen base.
Yeah, but that wasn't the call....
It was super close anyway.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:10 PM EDT up reply actions
It SHOULD have been a stolen base.
The ump effed up the call.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions
Let it go people :P
He was out going to home anyway.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Still
The team seems to have a bit of a heartbeat tonight and that’s been missing this year.
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Is it me
or does Mark either has stellar defense or Horrible defense but nothing really in between that?
Upton
Can be the same way, a lot of times. Often in the same game.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
I don't recall stellar defense from Upton
He should get the popups and sometimes he drops those and he never has made a diving stop that I can recall.
Upton
has a Helluvan arm.
Remember, he’s only played OF since being drafted in 05.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:23 PM EDT up reply actions
When he makes one error
(whether official or not) he lets it get to him and he spirals.
I also saw in a pregame clip package that he let his ABs get to him last year, and he’s trying not to do that.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions
Isn't Mark
the same way at the plate? That’s why he’s Special K.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:15 PM EDT up reply actions
wouldnt it be nice
to see reynolds let the beard grow out all year and hit .270 with 30 homers
Wouldn't it be nice
for Reynolds to hit .330 with 40 homers?
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:24 PM EDT up reply actions
Personally
I’d like to skip over the next three steps and see him go .570 with 80 homers, but I don’t think that’s likely.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
I am
soooo down with that….
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Dan Haren tired of pitchers on his basepaths
Down go the Cubs.
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HARENSMASH!!
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:24 PM EDT up reply actions
I love
everything about Haren.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:28 PM EDT up reply actions
Wouldn't be the first time
he’s played two cards. ;)
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions
I admit
I really love Haren’s eyes. Except for when he looks high in his photos.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:30 PM EDT up reply actions
The eyes are amazing
I remember reading a blog last year about how Dan Haren is a much better pitcher now he’s stopped looking like a stoner and stopped going by Danny.
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Pitch In the Dirt
Am I the only one who is annoyed when a pitcher attempts a pickoff when he has two strikes on the batter and has two outs in the inning? I mean, it’s like, all you have to do is throw a strike and that’s it. Why do you even bother with the base runner?
Wear your own fur.
Then Shrug It Off and Try Again
No sense in wasting energy trying to pickoff a pitcher. Just shrug it off and reset yourself.
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by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 10:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Sometimes you can pick runners off. Keeping them close possibly avoids a run on a double or even a single.
I Understand the Concept of Pickoffs
But sometimes the situation doesn’t really warrant it. If Haren is ahead in the count 1-2 and needs only one more out to end the inning then he should be more focused on getting that last strike. Are we really that concerned about Ted Lilly running the bases?
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by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 10:24 PM EDT up reply actions
Sure, why not?
It’s the surprises that you have to try to avoid…
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Seems More Like a Distraction
I’d be more concerned with the batter than a “surprise” attempt of a pitcher stealing second. It’s just one of those things to try and mess with Haren’s focus – which is exactly why his next pitch was in the dirt.
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by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 10:30 PM EDT up reply actions
And if its a 3-2 count
They want to keep them from getting too much of a head start.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:20 PM EDT up reply actions
It Was 1-2
And Lilly was on first.
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by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 10:20 PM EDT up reply actions
I know, I see your point
Just saying why sometimes it’s legit.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:21 PM EDT up reply actions
You speak words of wisdom
I got blamed for a Reynolds error last year, because I praised his hustle to field the ball. Then, in the middle of my sentence, he aired the ball over the first baseman.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Dang.
Roberts hits it hard, but it hangs up for Fukudome.
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Perfect Treatment
For his struggles so far this season.
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by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 10:27 PM EDT up reply actions
And how!!
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:22 PM EDT up reply actions
lol it would be too many
atleast he has never punched a team mate.. oh wait he did that already
i mean the manager
didnt he do that when he was a blue jay..hwen he was in the hall way
*tool
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:33 PM EDT up reply actions
Talking about Wrigley Field cemetary.
You know who gets buried there? Everyone who’s died waiting for the Cubs to win another Series.
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Not to mention
the eternal depression you’d suffer if you were a Cubs fan.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:35 PM EDT up reply actions
Sorry dtpollitt
No f-bombs allowed here at the ’Pit…
And, not all of us. :)
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Sorry bout that.
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No worries...
that’s what the Hide button is for.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:42 PM EDT up reply actions
There's a hide button?
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
For admins, yeah.
It’s in the “actions” link.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions
Ahhh.
Well I’m not trying to troll, I like perusing other teams’ blogs when we are in a series with ’em. Better discussion and analysis.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
S'ok, we don't mind you here
Not yet anyway. ;)
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Mod tool
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions
Fascist pi-
Oh, sorry.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Oh?
What do you have against Pi? ;-)
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:28 AM EDT up reply actions
Stupid geometry teachers
Can’t get pi right- the crust is never good enough.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Stupid arbitrary scorekeepers...
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions
I want a greatest hits compilation of Ted Lily getting angry at the Dbacks.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
I want
the Dbacks to give him more chances to get angry tonight.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, shit.
He’s on my fantasy team.
by emilylovesthedbacks on Apr 27, 2009 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions
BOOOOOLOWITZKI!!
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Really???
Poor kid… I mean I don’t like him, but, that’s sad, he’s got such potential…
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Eh,
maybe he’ll smash another bat and go back on the DL.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions
Heck....
he would bat cleanup here.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:46 PM EDT up reply actions
I thought he was improving this year?
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I love this man...
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Okay
We aren’t in the playoffs, so why does Mark look like a wooly mammoth?
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Because Beardz Are Kewl
Seriously though, beards are awesome.
Wear your own fur.
by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 10:42 PM EDT up reply actions
They make me want to
Scratch my face! I hate when soco grows his out. But I guess it is a personal preference?
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
My Fiance Enjoys Mine
It does itch occasionally but she is about obsessed with them as much as I am.
Remember when Conan had his beard? I salivated.
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by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Um....
okay, I assume you mean fiancee?
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:29 AM EDT up reply actions
Ya know what?
It’s worked for him lately. Let it go, Liz.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:42 PM EDT up reply actions
For he is manly
And awesome.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Maybe his wife likes it?
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I just don't get it!
They are scratchy and weird, kissing a guy with a beard is like… I don’t know. Just weird.
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Oh my goodness!
Uh. I wouldn’t really have much to compare that with… but I am sure it is similar?
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Baseball
Remember when we used to talk about it?
Wear your own fur.
by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 10:48 PM EDT up reply actions
LOL
Yeah, occasionally we make use of the OT chat room… but it’s not far enough over to the right yet.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Is that you, Jim?
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions
LOL
I would NOT have gone there personally, although it might have crossed my mind.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Well,
it DIDN’T cross my mind. All I’m saying is that it might have, in theory.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:48 PM EDT up reply actions
YOUR boyfriend
looks much better with the scruff.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions
Hehe
Yes he does. Even though I prefer when he just has the stubble. But, really. Boyfriend looks hot no matter what. He is hot personified.
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Yeah, just the little scruff
I’m not a fan of the full beard either.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Also
He was just checking to make sure he didn’t have dirt in his uniform. It was cute.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
Everything Reynolds does
is cute.
Wait, no. NOTHING he does is “cute”. Everything he does is… HARDCORE!!
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:51 PM EDT up reply actions
He totally deserved to get the SB on the first one
Lousy call by the ump.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Speedy Upton
Beats the throw to first!
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
Done.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Seriously?
What inning is it?
(I’m stuck watching Chuck for another 10 minutes)
by emilylovesthedbacks on Apr 27, 2009 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Y?
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Because it's one
of two shows my roommate watches every week.
No worries though, I’ll be watching for real in about 7 minutes.
by emilylovesthedbacks on Apr 27, 2009 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions
I love Chuck
That show is hilarious.
But I’m waiting until it’s on Hulu tomorrow…
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Quiet!
It’s going to be hard enough for me to avoid spoilers on it anyway.
(I’d probably be watching, but mrskishi’s got House on.)
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
That's all I will say.
Other than AWESOME.
by emilylovesthedbacks on Apr 27, 2009 10:58 PM EDT up reply actions
House?
I approve of this message.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Its so... pretty.
Look at that score. I could hug Haren!
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Who wouldn't?
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Bases loaded
For Dan Haren.
AND HE DOUBLES.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
I'm serious.
Everything Danny does is totally sweet.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Danny!
Helping his own cause.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
This is why I love Dan Haren
Give him a chance, and he’ll make you pay.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
He's a great hitter
for spending most of the time in the AL.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions
"most of"?
He was only in the AL for like 3 or 4 years, wasn’t he?
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, yeah
But he wasn’t with StL for very long so I think a majority of his time is still AL.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 11:17 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, like 2 years w/ the Cards
and his 2nd now with the Dbacks
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:30 AM EDT up reply actions
CY clears the bases
5-1 Dbacks.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
More signs of life
it’s great to score with two outs.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
Have a good night folks. You got to Lilly tonight. With Haren’s sub-1.50 ERA, I’m outta here. I don’t think we can come back with this lineup—no Aramis, no Milton, no Derrek, and no Marmol to throw a few innings. See ya tomorrow.
Dan
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
Zambrano then Dempster. Hell if I know how Zambrano is gonna do, but it sounds like you guys don’t have your two best going Tuesday or Wednesday, so maybe we can steal 1 or 2.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
Um.... yeah.
I’m not betting against the Cubs with Z pitching against Petit.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah.... Z is kind of a douche.
My dad saw him at a car dealership in Tucson once during ST.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Seriously...
EVERY….SINGLE…..YEAR.
But yeah, apparently he was getting his BMW fixed or something.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:33 AM EDT up reply actions
Petit and Davis
I’m going to the game tomorrow, hopefully the Petit Unit doesn’t as overmatched against Zamboni as we think he is.
Haha!!
I just saw that movie for the first time over Xmas.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:18 PM EDT up reply actions
The star of the movie
was the grizzly actor. (Who’s now deceased, IIRC… he was in a LOT of movies.)
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Fr rlz.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:18 PM EDT up reply actions
I r so srsly srs.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Who
is the extremely overdressed couple?
by emilylovesthedbacks on Apr 27, 2009 11:02 PM EDT reply actions
Is the link
working for anyone?
I can’t access it.
by emilylovesthedbacks on Apr 27, 2009 11:04 PM EDT up reply actions
I think
The link is busted, Jim.
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Odd.
Works fine for me Try this one?
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by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 11:05 PM EDT up reply actions
But how will people know he is a total Tool
If I don’t get to scream it at him when he walks up?!
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
My sound is off
Is there a reason they showed the guy who was far too dressed up for a baseball game?
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
He kind of looked like
An actor but then I couldn’t place the name. It was bizarre though, he looked like he was attending a game in the 20’s. I didn’t catch his wife though.
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Were they
dressed like this?
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:39 AM EDT up reply actions
The wife was wearing
a beaded, cream-colored dress. Wayyy overdressed.
by emilylovesthedbacks on Apr 27, 2009 11:07 PM EDT up reply actions
This was the second time
We almost said the same thing. :D
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Haren
59 pitches and ahead by four runs after five innings. What are the chances we see a CG tonight?
Wear your own fur.
Would certainly
Help refuel the bullpen.
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 11:06 PM EDT up reply actions
CoJack
warning trackish. Or is Reynolds your boyfriend? I can’t keep you all straight. Can we get a list?
Go DBacks!
Ah, I am just brain dead today
CoJack is my boyfriend, Skins has Reynolds and I THINK kishi is courting Haren?
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Hey then who do I get??
I am encroaching on your CoJack territory since he showed up in my dream..
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 11:11 PM EDT up reply actions
You can have him on weekends?
And maybe every other Tuesday? Timm has class and work on Monday Wednesday and Thursday. So .. uh. Those would be nice. ;)
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
You had
a dream about CoJack?
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh very much so
If you had twitter, you’d know….
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 11:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Then again....
if I had twitter, it would make me a loser….
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Thanks for pointing out my claim
Haren’s got some dreamy eyes.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Baseball Boyfriends.
DBacksSkins-Mark Reynolds
mrssoco- Eric Byrnes and CoJack
by emilylovesthedbacks on Apr 27, 2009 11:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Can we not share?
Cause I’ve got Haren with a side fling for Conor.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
It's not teh ghey.
I’m Reynoldssexual, remember?
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:52 PM EDT up reply actions
I am one who doesn't put labels on most things
But um. Reynolds is a boy. If you are attracted to a boy… well. I will let you come to terms with that on your own time table. Remember though, we all love you no matter what, Skins. ;)
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
No.
Since Reynolds is the only male for whom I have… feelings, I am a Reynoldssexual.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:55 PM EDT up reply actions
Disturbingly
GLB-ish, this thread.
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 11:14 PM EDT up reply actions
LOL...
Yeah, but not that unusual for this group, this topic. :)
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 11:15 PM EDT up reply actions
foulpole
ain’t here no more….
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:52 PM EDT up reply actions
like forever gone?
I noticed he wasn’t around but i thought it was just a leave of absense
Go DBacks!
I assume forever?
Haven’t seen him since CoJack won the Snakepit vote for MVP last season.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
I heard
his head asploded
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:56 PM EDT up reply actions
No you didn't....
I did. Because I’m a Reynoldssexual.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh Byrnesie
He is more my kid than my boyfriend. I mean, I am WAY overprotective of him but mostly I just want to make him PB and J sandwhiches and tell him that people are mean to him because they are mean not because he is a bad person.
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Occupational hazard. ;)
Plus, he just gets this broken hearted Charlie Brown face when he messed up and it BREAKS MY HEART. Seriously. Same with Drew. He gets all upset and I just. I want to fix it!
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
I realized something a while back
And don’t hate me for this ‘Skins, but it’s true- our love for Reynolds is really little different than the love some (mrssoco) has for Byrnes. He’s not the greatest player, he’s got some major, obvious flaws, but the guy tries his heart out, he’s spectacular when he succeeds, and we can’t help but love him for it.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
I will save my "I told you so" dance for
August. But. Just be prepared. It will be pretty epic. And choreographed. And possibly Jenna will be involved.
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Choreographed?
I’ll get your mrskishi’s contact info in case you need a costume designer.
(Besides, I already said I’m trying to give Byrnes another chance!)
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
I know,
But you guys were pretty mean for an entire SEASON. I am allowed to revel in this for as long as I like. Besides, I am a woman. We never let things go. ;)
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Yup, totally agree
You’ve got my support!
by snakecharmer on Apr 28, 2009 12:05 AM EDT up reply actions
But he deserved it for the whole season!
He pushed himself and aggravated an injury, so that he didn’t play well when he was on the field, and he was out for longer when he finally went down.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
He's a boy!
I have yet to meet a guy who doesn’t push himself too hard. soco will pretend he doesn’t have the heinous cold I know he has until he gets all sick and pitiful and I have to force him to sleep. Besides that was Chip Hale and Melvin’s fault. They saw what we all saw and didn’t think to say, “Are you kidding? Get off the field, moron.”
Again though. I will probably bring it up in two seasons when in the middle of a fight that has nothing to do with that. Tell me mrskishi has never done that and I will consider not doing it. I still bring up the fact that soco told me he broke up with his girlfriends at the two week mark like TWO days before we hit two weeks.
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Actually
mrskishi has never done that.
I am a lucky, lucky man.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
You really are!
Although despite what I say I am pretty laid back in fights. Mostly cause we just don’t fight that often but also because I dated a guy who had an insane memory for really dumb details and hated getting, “You remember that time you said my hair looked dumb three years ago? I am mad at you for THAT.”
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
SNAP!
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:53 PM EDT up reply actions
The High Curve
Looked good to me as well.
Wear your own fur.
by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 11:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Hafta agree.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Meh...
Mark with the scruff…can’t decide.
by emilylovesthedbacks on Apr 27, 2009 11:09 PM EDT reply actions
I think its cause he has a baby face
So it looks more or less absurd on him.
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
I think you're right.
Kinda like if Drew decided to grow a beard. If he can grow a beard, that is. I kinda doubt it.
by emilylovesthedbacks on Apr 27, 2009 11:12 PM EDT up reply actions
He DID!!
Last year at the beginning of spring training, it was VERRRY creepy.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 11:13 PM EDT up reply actions
I missed that.
Although, I have a friend with a baby face who actually looks older (and pretty damn good) with a goatee/beard thing.
by emilylovesthedbacks on Apr 27, 2009 11:14 PM EDT up reply actions
I have a picture of it!
We met him at Snakefest and I saw him (he was signing stuff like ten feet away and Reynolds was right next to him) and I said, “Who the hell is that?” And Timm said, “Its Drew.” And I said (in my totally quiet not at all carrying voice) “OMG, You’re KIDDING ME.” And Reynolds laughed and I tried to melt into the ground. But seriously. It was HORRIBLE. Like a 15 year old boy trying to grow a Mountain Man beard.
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
That is fantastic.
And I’m glad someone other than the mr. heard you.
by emilylovesthedbacks on Apr 27, 2009 11:17 PM EDT up reply actions
I would have rathered it wasn't
one of the guys I know and um.. actually care about. But it was pretty funny in retrospect. Timm says he blushed but I like to think he didn’t hear it at all. It’s what keeps me sane. I have a total knack for embarrassing myself. ;)
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
I swear,
we must be the same person. lol
by emilylovesthedbacks on Apr 27, 2009 11:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Hehe....
yeah, the baby face w/ the scruff makes him look like a 15 year old w/ peach fuzz.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:23 PM EDT up reply actions
95 pitches
50 strikes
45 balls
Wear your own fur.
by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 11:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Best comment yet on BCB
I hate this frakkin’
STADIUM. I HATE IT.
by drewishdrewid on Apr 27, 2009 7:53 PM MST
yep, let’s blame the stadium……….
must have a smaller home plate that Lilly couldn’t find
by Clutche on Apr 27, 2009 7:55 PM MST
Sometimes I want to just give all Cubs fans a big hug and tell them it’s ok.
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
Hahaha nice
I like Dusty Baker’s (I think) comment on the sun one time… “Sun’s been there millions of years, hasn’t changed….”
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 11:12 PM EDT up reply actions
This.
And everyone in Arizona knows it, and has complained about it at some point.
by emilylovesthedbacks on Apr 27, 2009 11:13 PM EDT up reply actions
Footnote:
Clutche is a troll that finds nothing but pleasure in pretending to be a Cubs’ fan and talking in a drunken stooper.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
LOL
Ah. So not one of those good Cubs fans then?
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 11:15 PM EDT up reply actions
I see what you did there.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
Ho ho!
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:25 PM EDT up reply actions
How many times
has the mini sirloin burgers ad run? I sang that song repeatedly over the weekend and got it in my wife’s head. She is still not happy.
And has anyone seen the Spanish version? Hilarious!
Yes
I know what you mean about the song. The Spanish version is…memorable.
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 11:15 PM EDT up reply actions
I think it's funny how the song
is country ballad in the English ad and is a polka in the Spanish ad. Now I want to see a Spanish western movie — would it be filled with mexican polka?
Who wrote that?
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Argh....
I should know that.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:32 PM EDT up reply actions
You guys interested in Joey Gathright? I’ll give you him and 16 ash bats for him. Nevermind, I don’t even want anything in return.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
We've got this
Jon Rauch fella you might be interested in…. he’s really tall?
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:27 PM EDT up reply actions
I'll give you same deal I offered the Rockies
We aren’t even going to step up to the negotiating table unless you agree to take Rauch.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Elsewhere
Dexter Fowler stole five bases off evil Chris Young. Rockies up 10-7 in the sixth, in a typical Coors pitching duel…
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
In other news
My fantasy team rotation, anchored by evil Chris Young, just imploded.
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 11:19 PM EDT up reply actions
And in other news
Brad Hawpe – also on my fantasy team – apparently carted off after being hit by a ball in the neck at second base. That sounds weird, but that’s what I heard. Checking at Purple Row for more info.
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 11:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Really?? Ohhh no
That’s not good…. is that now, or earlier?
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 11:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Fairly recently
Seems like he did make it to the cart under his own power, so think they are just – understandably – being very cautious. A big relief.
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 11:35 PM EDT up reply actions
That sounds
fairly painful.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:57 PM EDT up reply actions
Crap....
well, Webb will be relieved to hear it when he comes back, but….
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:32 PM EDT up reply actions
Yikes
Didn’t the Braves have five stolen bases total at the beginning of today’s game?
Wear your own fur.
by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 11:19 PM EDT up reply actions
In other news
MY fantasy team, with Fowler as a backup CF, just EXploded.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:26 PM EDT up reply actions
::knock on wood::
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:28 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, the Cubs announcers were
Apparently claiming the majority of attendees at Chase were Cubs fans this evening. Not really feelin’ that any longer, based on the crowd noise I’m hearing…
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
Didn't sound like it earlier, either
There were some good cheers in the early innings for the DBacks.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Roberts steals second
He felt left out, all the cool kids were doing it.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
Roberts with the steal now....
Jebus…. like takin’ candy from a baby tonight.
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They know they can do this against other teams
Not just the Cubs? Right?
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
Well,
it seems like that must have been in the scouting report on Lilly, as well….
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:29 PM EDT up reply actions
I will take what we can get for now
And then slowly talk em up. Don’t want to spook them, talking big game like that. ;)
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
The Stolen Bases...
I love them. So so so so much.
by Dan Strittmatter on Apr 27, 2009 11:26 PM EDT reply actions
I am
also a fan. When they work.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Before mini sirloin burgers
my favorite JitB ad was the one with the intern who was sent to Philly and comes back greasy with a mullet. That menopause smoothie ad gave me….pause.
Haha!!
Yeah, that Philly one cracked me up, too.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:31 PM EDT up reply actions
I literally just
LMAO’d.
::on hands and knees, trying to find ass::
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Really?
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:33 PM EDT up reply actions
"the booth"
Is that what the kids are calling HGH these days?
Oh, hang on…
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 11:33 PM EDT up reply actions
Dbacks TV announcer Matt Williams
doesn’t find this very funny…
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:57 PM EDT up reply actions
Hmmm...
So I take it we’ve all just become accustomed to Haren destroying opposing lineups?
by Dan Strittmatter on Apr 27, 2009 11:33 PM EDT reply actions
Ho hum.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Hmmm....
Danny really DID get pissed after Soriano’s homer, didn’t he.
HARENSMASH!!!
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Really, Action? Come on. He is CoJack. That isn’t official?
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
CoJACK JACK
There are not 2 of him, Gracie. No matter how much I wish.
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Pick off throw goes wild
Augie now safe at third. I didn’t know his little legs could move that fast.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
Did you see that?
His legs were moving in a wheel, like the cartoons.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:40 PM EDT up reply actions
CoJack with an RBI
Pretty and talented… I have to fan myself. ;)
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
6-1
Conor singles.
Free tacos!
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
But In Other News
The Cubs have three errors now.
Wear your own fur.
by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 11:41 PM EDT up reply actions
I would appreciate it
if Byrnes got a hit here.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 27, 2009 11:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Jackson steals second
Everybody’s in on the fun tonight!
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
And yet?
Awesome for us!
(Also, not that I think it would ever happen, but please dear lord if anyone meets anyone on or around our team, the bf thing is online only, right? I don’t need CoJack thinking I stalk him.)
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
LOL
Yeah it doesn’t make for good conversation when I try to tell them “Hey by the way we all think we’re your girlfriend online, even the married girls..”
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 11:43 PM EDT up reply actions
I am sure his team mates would give him so much hell about it
And that ALMOST makes it worth it. ;)
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Of course
But ’Skins’s crush on Mark is real life, though, right?
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Even I'm disturbed
at that thought…
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:00 AM EDT up reply actions
Of course!
I mean, mine is embarrassing, his is true love. ;)
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Oh hey, offense.
Where’d you get here?
by emilylovesthedbacks on Apr 27, 2009 11:40 PM EDT reply actions
Reynolds flies out
Conor now on third.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
Why are we stealing so often tonight?
Slow pitcher, inaccurate/easy catcher, coaching frustrations (hence the green light), ???
7-1!
Awesome.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Jackson scores on a WP
7-1
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
With Good Things
Comes bad things too.
Wear your own fur.
by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 11:44 PM EDT up reply actions
future DBacks ad on FSN, presented by Byrnes:
“The Arizona Popbacks.
Any pitch, Any count.”
Wikipedia is accurate. (citation needed)
I’m loving all the runs without having to be so reliant on the long ball.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
I Hate South Bend...
I really wish I could be watching this. At least I get to watch tomorrow… on WGN with the Cubs broadcasters – joy.
by Dan Strittmatter on Apr 27, 2009 11:47 PM EDT reply actions
Bob Brenly
Is a pretty decent color commentator.
Wear your own fur.
by Marc Fournier on Apr 27, 2009 11:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, the Cubs are up there
on my list of favorite announcers.
White Sox, however, are the absolute worst.
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 11:49 PM EDT up reply actions
I like
the White Sox, though.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:01 AM EDT up reply actions
Nostalgia
Is a stinky cologne… Sadness.
by Dan Strittmatter on Apr 27, 2009 11:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Speaking of stalking
Nice to see Haren’s house!
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Refrain from collective booing
but if Haren reaches 100 pitches this inning it might be beneficial for the much-maligned Jon Rauch to make an appearance. I don’t want to see him either, but I would much rather see him get it together so he can contribute this season.
This makes
a disturbing amount of sense…
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:02 AM EDT up reply actions
Good news guys
According to Emily, Zephon’s prospect article should be up by the end of the week. Looking forward to that one.
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
Indeed.
Good to hear it.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:20 AM EDT up reply actions
So can we save a few of these runs for Haren's next start??
You know how to cut to the core of me, Baxter. You're so wise. Like a miniature Buddha, covered with hair.
Not particularly, actually.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:02 AM EDT up reply actions
Is it just forced perspective
Or is 17 shorter than Augie?
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
You are correct
He’s listed at 5’8", Augie at 5’9".
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Wow.
Go me and my costume girl eyes! ;)
(Also, woah. They are so tall! I think of them as pocket sized but I am still three inches shorter than him!)
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Yeah
It makes me laugh that the Littlest Ball Player is only an inch or two shorter than me.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Yeah.
It makes me laugh that… wait, no, it makes me cry that he’s 4 inches taller than me. :-(
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:09 AM EDT up reply actions
apparently not
quite an AB here….
You know how to cut to the core of me, Baxter. You're so wise. Like a miniature Buddha, covered with hair.
by Snake Bitten on Apr 27, 2009 11:52 PM EDT up reply actions
He earned that one
Nice at bat for him.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Yeah, that was a battle
Fontenot wins. :(
by snakecharmer on Apr 27, 2009 11:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Eh.
Usually I’d be concerned, but wonder of wonders, we’ve actually got some runs!
by emilylovesthedbacks on Apr 27, 2009 11:53 PM EDT reply actions
Geez
Heck of an at-bat. Gotta give the kid credit there.
by Dan Strittmatter on Apr 27, 2009 11:53 PM EDT reply actions
Ho hum.
The Cubs score another run.
Fontenot is like Reynolds’ ugly unloved younger brother.
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Not 42.
That’s Jackie Robinson.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:03 AM EDT up reply actions
Think Haren will return for the 9th?
I say yes, unless he asks to be relieved. If Haren sits, who would we see on the mound? Rauch is an option, who else?
Dan Haren
STILL not amused by homeruns.
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
Haren should be done here....
You know how to cut to the core of me, Baxter. You're so wise. Like a miniature Buddha, covered with hair.
Oh man!
I’ve scared the cat on my lap by giving Dan a standing O in my front room.
Nick Adenhart R.I.P.
I'd give Rauch a chance
But with someone on hot standby, just in case.
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 11:57 PM EDT up reply actions
OH DEAR LORD
SHOWING CUTE BABY HAREN IS NOT FAIR. NOT FAIR.
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
At first I just thought it was a cute baby
But then they showed Haren WITH cute baby and I went all warm and fuzzy and it was kind of good Timm wasn’t home as he gets fed up with how often i will just say, BABY BABY BABY but COME ON! That is one cute baby and they just… Not cool. They only thing that could possibly be worse is if they showed baby Byrnesie. Then I am not held accountable for my giddy girling out.
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Baby has his daddy's hair!
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
Rounder head, though.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:04 AM EDT up reply actions
Samardzjia
should have stayed a footballer. There’s no way you can end up a Cub in the NFL.
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I'd give it to Gordon.
Gotta get him his innings, he didn’t have a spring.
by Dan Strittmatter on Apr 27, 2009 11:59 PM EDT reply actions
No
But he had a rehab.
Wear your own fur.
by Marc Fournier on Apr 28, 2009 12:00 AM EDT up reply actions
In the Minors
It’s a low-pressure situation to try to get him some big-league run again. Either guy will work but it’s just my thought.
by Dan Strittmatter on Apr 28, 2009 12:01 AM EDT up reply actions
Dodgers fighting back
Blake hit a two-run shot off Zito, 3-2.
Oh, man, game or Castle? Game or Castle?
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
You can watch Castle online?
Babe Ruth was a jerk but baseball's still a beautiful game - Dean Winchester
Yeah I am getting used to them
His cuteness makes up for it.
Oh! There we go, I’ll take him and Augie as my BFs.
by snakecharmer on Apr 28, 2009 12:02 AM EDT up reply actions
Yeah...
I just can’t get into that.
The whole non-Reynolds guy thing.
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:05 AM EDT up reply actions
Haren hitting for himself
His game to finish. But I’m still getting someone up in the pen, just in case.
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
Only if they get a few base runners
They’re not within slam range yet.
by snakecharmer on Apr 28, 2009 12:01 AM EDT up reply actions
Agreed
You want someone ready at the snap of a finger. No sense in waring him out.
Wear your own fur.
by Marc Fournier on Apr 28, 2009 12:02 AM EDT up reply actions
Classy by Melvin
Letting him finish is a nice prize. Not necessarily the best idea to make him throw nine innings already in the year when it’s not necessary, but I get rewarding the guy for yet another ridiculous outing.
by Dan Strittmatter on Apr 28, 2009 12:02 AM EDT reply actions
Nothing classy about it
Haren is at 100 pitches and by any measure should be pulled, but with the long game yesterday, Haren’s arm is being sacrificed a bit to save the bullpen for the rest of the series.
Tom Gordon
The guy’s fresh. Just taken off the DL. We don’t need to sacrifice Haren. You don’t do that to All-Stars…
by Dan Strittmatter on Apr 28, 2009 12:08 AM EDT up reply actions
With our bullpen?
I’d make them all pitch 9 unless their arm actually fell off.
Nick Adenhart R.I.P.
Give them some credit...
We’re up five runs.
by Dan Strittmatter on Apr 28, 2009 12:08 AM EDT up reply actions
First back to back wins
Makes me sad sad Liz panda how nice that feels.
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
K on three straight?
Finishing stronger than you started, nicely done, Haren!
Woooooh! Back-to-back wins!
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
Then again,
it’s not hard to finish stronger than Haren started tonight….
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by DbacksSkins on Apr 28, 2009 12:13 AM EDT up reply actions
Wow
That was quick. Someone was pissed after the Fontenot homer.
by Dan Strittmatter on Apr 28, 2009 12:10 AM EDT reply actions
A Great Game
But still some concerns. We went 3-14 with RISP and continue to leave men on base.
Aside from that, we walked five times, stole five bases, scored seven runs, and had an amazing performance on the mound.
Wear your own fur.
Nor
Were they threatened.
Wear your own fur.
by Marc Fournier on Apr 28, 2009 12:11 AM EDT up reply actions
And Dan Haren
Now has as many wins as Russ Ortiz. All is somewhat right in the universe.
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
by Jim McLennan on Apr 28, 2009 12:13 AM EDT up reply actions
A solid W
lets make it a real streak tomorrow…..
You know how to cut to the core of me, Baxter. You're so wise. Like a miniature Buddha, covered with hair.
Could be four after this one
8/08: Signed four-year, $44.75 million extension.
2009: $7.5 million,
2010: $8.25 million,
2011: $12.75 million,
2012: $12.75 million,
2013: $15.5 million club option ($3.5 million buyout)
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
by Jim McLennan on Apr 28, 2009 12:14 AM EDT up reply actions
Excellent
And worth the money.
"is it wrong that 'zombies' is the first place my brain goes when someone dies? Is it 'wrong' or is it simply 'safety-minded'?"
From your mouth
To the baseball gds ears.
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
!!!
Snyder’s shirt in the locker room says “NUTTY BUDDY”
That makes me LOL.
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HAH.
That is brilliant! Omg.
One of the parents at my school was talking about painful sports injuries when I picked up today and I walked in just as he was saying, “Of course, no one has Snyder beat.” And it took all my will and strength not to blush or laugh.
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
Why??
At least that way they would all know you’re awesome enough to know what they’re talking about.
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Because then I might open my mouth and say
something epically stupid like, “He broke his balls.” Cause I am prone to bouts of stupid (no comments needed) and plus the guy who was saying this has a kind of too short for comfort six degrees from Chris Snyder and I really really REALLY do not want to fear him hearing “Girl at kids school snickered about your injury.” (Really.)
"Treat your mind like a bad neighborhood - don't go there alone."
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