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Gameday Thread, NLDS #2: 10/4 vs. Cubs

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Gameday Thread, NLDS #1: 10/4 vs. Cubs

Ted Lilly (31, LHP, 15-8, 3.83)
Doug Davis (31, LHP, 13-12, 4.25)

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Getting this one up early again, since I'm going to be training all afternoon, and am then heading over the ballpark to meet Al from BCB, and probably a few other Cubs fans for a beer and, probably, a merciless beating with blunt objects before the game. So I will likely be a little late to this party, but I'm sure, after last night's tidal-wave of comments, that this shouldn't be a problem. I remember the days when we were delighted to reach 200 posts on a thread...how long ago that all seems now.

Definitely a key win for Arizona last night, rendering tonight's game virtually a must-win for the Cubs. The pressure will be on them, both from outside and within, and they're likely to come out of the blocks with all guns blazing [a ferociously-mixed metaphor, I must admit]. If the Diamondbacks can hold them at bay for the first couple of innings, or even take the lead themselves, we could begin to see panic break out in the visitor's dugout. Whoever's sitting next to Zambrano had better watch out. :-) Okay, that's the best-case scenario. Much like last night, this promises to be a tough struggle, with both teams giving their all. But our worst-case scenario is losing home-field advantage in a best-of-three series; the Cubs' worst-case scenario is going down 2-0 and facing three elimination games.

As noted previously, Davis did beat the Cubs at Chase earlier in the season, restricting them to one run over seven innings, on six hits and a walk, while striking out a season-high tying eight. We may see Kendall in the lineup tonight, since he's hitting .313 against us: on the other hand, he couldn't throw out bath-water, so if he does start, expect to see us whizzing round the base-paths. The two Cubs with most at-bats against Davis haven't done well in the past (Ramirez 5-for-22; Lee 4-for-22), but Soriano and Jones have had success, while Theriot is 4-for-6. For most D-backs, their first encounter with Lilly was the game in August; only Byrnes (4-for-14) and Clark (5-for-21) have more than ten at-bats.

Let's see how things go tonight. Here's to Davis placing another foot on the Cubs' collective shoulders, and getting us ready to deliver the killing blow on Saturday.

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Ferociously-mixed, perhaps...
But track and field WOULD be more interesting if all the runners had guns, not just the starter.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 5:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Go Bax!
The Rox are up 10-5 with 6 outs to go, so let's see you guys pull closer to that Wild Wild West NLCS.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 5:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Sheezus
And you guys think your pen guys are scary... Fuentes comes in with one out and nobody on, gives up a hit and two walks, and then Manny Corpas has to come in for a four-out save with the bases loaded, two outs, and a hostile Philly crowd getting on him. He gets a groundball on the second pitch to save the five-run lead, and my heart.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 6:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

I guess it's just adding to the intrigue.
This way, Corpas can't be one of the 8,000 bullpen pitchers used if the Phillies manage to push this to four games.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 6:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

I love Corpas
He reminds me so much of Jose Valverde.  He's a keeper.

by johngordonma on Oct 4, 2007 8:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

Except Corpas
tends to do it without nearly so much drama as Valverde.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

congrats on the win
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 6:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

I believe in DD
Win here again I think.
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 6:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Rockies win
The Phillies crowd noise died very abruptly.  Normally, a crowd dies off with that "Awww!" noise of annoyance- these guys sounded like they were looking forward to getting home and reading previews for the 76ers season.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 6:42 PM EDT reply actions  

If anyone fancies a beer
I'll be at Jackson's on Third from about 5:45pm to 6:45pm or so. Wearing the #17 AZSnakePit.com shirt, needless to say. :-)

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 6:42 PM EDT reply actions  

Can you give me a ride?
It's only about twelve hours out of your way!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 6:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Er...
Well, since I'm actually walking the three blocks from work to there, a ride would be even tougher. :-)

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 6:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

That would be problematic
Difficult to get back in time for the game, I suppose.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 6:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

So I've started the
trend in Primer IRC of referring to every good play by Stephen Drew as being the result of his laziness and indifference, in honor of all of those moronic anonymous scout whispering that questioned his work ethic.

It's really fun.  He's our indifference maker!

by dahlian on Oct 4, 2007 6:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Are those guys...
...the same scouts that said his defense was questionable?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 7:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

I think
they said he had a weak arm

by Adam1 on Oct 4, 2007 7:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

YEAH CLEVELAND!!
Indians 3, Yankees 1, as of this post.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 7:21 PM EDT reply actions  

And Captain Cheeseburger
has thrown 43 pitches through 1.1. Settle down, Sabathia.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 7:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

Cleveland for the Win!
It's becoming increasingly humorous that announcers and commentators are required by law to place the word "fearsome" in front of the phrase "Yankee lineup". This IS the same lineup that has Melky Cabrera and Doug Eye-Chart, right?
our win differential is more important than your run differential...

by dbackerinparadise on Oct 4, 2007 7:30 PM EDT reply actions  

How can you not?
968 runs, 100 more than Boston  250 more runs than the Dbacks with maybe the best hitter in the game???  They may be overpaid jerks, but they can hit the sh*t out of the baseball...  There weak links Melky hit over .270 & Doug is in there because they don't need another bat.  (Yet he has been great with his bat anyways, lately).  

by cj060896 on Oct 4, 2007 8:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

truth
I agree with you that they are hitting quite well. Yes, statistically, they have the best offense in baseball. Really, what I was complaining about was the fact that there's a sort of hallowed nature that seems to be conferred on a player simply because they are playing for the Yankees. My real issue was that during the telecast of DBacks/Cubs, the idiots in the booth spent 15-20 minutes (mercifully not longer) waxing poetic about the incredible qualities of the Yankee lineup. Yeah, they're good, but they do have weaknesses and it isn't like they're the invincible masters of the universe that most commentators feel the need to proclaim at every opportunity.
our win differential is more important than your run differential...

by dbackerinparadise on Oct 4, 2007 8:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yep
     But take a good luck at that lineup; if there are weaknesses there aren't many.  Averaging almost 6 runs a game, they just might be that good...offensively.  Defensively Damon, Matsui, Abreu, & Cano suck, if they put someone besides Doug at 1st they will suck.  With some pithing at defense that "lineup" probably would have won 110 games.

     As I mentioned before big markets & big money get all the publicity.  Hell ESPN still can't figure out how Arizona one.  Every analyst answer is the same, this is how they one all year.  I don't know how they do it.  They are still determined that Arizona is the "least talanted team".  Despite the #'s I don't not feel that answer is so black & white.  Hell they say this & they know very little about most of the players on this team.  That alone should tell you something.  

by cj060896 on Oct 4, 2007 9:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Wow I really butchered that one
Diamondback should have fun with the spell & grammar check on this one.  I could barely read that myself.

by cj060896 on Oct 4, 2007 9:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

weaknesses
Yeah, the weaknesses, at least in my mind, would be: Cabrera, Mientkiewicz, maybe Damon if you squint, and anybody on the bench not named Shelly Duncan.
our win differential is more important than your run differential...

by dbackerinparadise on Oct 4, 2007 9:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hey guys...
Just wanted to say, please, for the love of God, continue to throttle the Cubs.  It's not that I would rather see you guys next round, you guys can be a right pain in the keister after all.  I just cannot stand listening to Cubs fans for more then a millisecond.

So hurry up and meet us in the second round, will ya?

President of the Kazuo Matsui Fan Club

by MattTheRock on Oct 4, 2007 7:38 PM EDT reply actions  

DBacks/Rockies in the next round?
Oh, yes, that would be most delightful.  We'll go out and do our best!
4 Corners Fan

by 4CornersFan on Oct 4, 2007 8:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

yeah
how about the NL West now media?
Maybe we ought to do one of them waves...

by Red Army on Oct 4, 2007 8:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

It's a deal.
See ya in the NLCS. ;-)
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

jump ship, jump ship
A-Rod is 0 for 1.  This guy is the worst hitter in the history of the Yankees.  $25 MILL!  He's not worth $25!

But Wang's 4 runs in 3 innings?  Just an aberation in a fine career.

by johngordonma on Oct 4, 2007 8:03 PM EDT reply actions  

Kenny Lofton
This guy gets tabbed as a clubhouse cancer, but all his clubs ever do is win.  Great clutch hit by him.

by johngordonma on Oct 4, 2007 8:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

Wang
Sports radio in NY this morning was hoping that Wang could be pulled early when the Yankees got a big lead so they could bring him back for game 4.  Uhhh... he's down 4-2 in the 4th.  With 3.2 innings pitched he's thrown 72 pitches.  Trouble in the Bronx.

by johngordonma on Oct 4, 2007 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

Watching closely tonight...
Here's hoping the DBacks follow in the Rockies' footsteps!

I won't be around the GD thread much though. Unlike last night, tonight I really do have to study. :P i'll be in front of the tv with my book but not the computer. (But I'll pop in now and then on food breaks when good stuff happens.)

by snakecharmer on Oct 4, 2007 8:06 PM EDT reply actions  

when good things happen?
well I plan on seeing you a lot tonight then. :-)
Tippecanoe and Pena too! (let's hope pena doesn't die after 30 days in office)

by seton hall snake pit on Oct 4, 2007 8:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

Don't have time to check anything
on my way to game now.  Let's go D'backs!
Stay grindy, my friends.

by soco on Oct 4, 2007 8:13 PM EDT reply actions  

Let's go dbacks...
Hey everyone... I either cheer for the Cardinals or whoever plays the Cubs :)  Just wanted to say good luck to you dback fans tonight.  Looks like you have a nice site here to follow your team! Awesome.  Would love for a few of you to pop over and have some fun during the live blog at the Cubs expense at CubsSuckClub.com!  Thanks to the owner over here for being gracious enough to let me post this.  I'll be chatting on here throughout the night.

I can't get over how good Webb is. Seriously?!?!  Where did he come from? Was he a minor league prospect with the system or get traded?

Live in game Dbacks/Cubs blogging at CubsSuckClub.com!!!

by rknuppel on Oct 4, 2007 8:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Webb
was drafted out of the University of Kentucky by Arizona in 2000; debuted in the majors 2003, starting 28 games.  Despite winning the Cy Young last year, he might not be as well known as he ought to be, since the last playoff appearance for Arizona was the year before he came up.

by peachy rex on Oct 4, 2007 9:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

Webby
Was he one of our "Baby Backs" in 2003?
4 Corners Fan

by 4CornersFan on Oct 4, 2007 9:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

Webb and Valverde
are just about the only guys left who came up in that 01-03 period; the second wave of Baby-backs is working out better (so far - fingers crossed) than the first.  Hopefully we won't trade half of them for Richie Sexson, not so?

by peachy rex on Oct 4, 2007 9:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

Plus Hammock
He was up in 03 too, right? Or just 04?

by snakecharmer on Oct 4, 2007 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

You're right
Hammock had a 2003 debut as well.  But we hardly see him any more...

by peachy rex on Oct 4, 2007 10:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

Webby
Well, Brandon Webb.  He won the Cy Young last year.  (I almost typed the Cy Webb!)  But of course, he doesn't play for the Yankees or the Red Sox, and the Diamondbacks never win, so he doesn't get as much press as he deserves.   He's been with the big club since 2003, and was in the farm system since 2000.  He's a good one!
4 Corners Fan

by 4CornersFan on Oct 4, 2007 9:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Glad to have you here! :)
We'll do what we can tonight.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Out the door too
Looking stormy out there. Roof will be closed tonight, I think.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 8:52 PM EDT reply actions  

And Yankees down 7-3
In the fifth. A good night in prospect...

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 8:55 PM EDT reply actions  

amen
to that, i was just thinking the same thing.

so THATS where Kenny Lofton ended up...

Maybe we ought to do one of them waves...

by Red Army on Oct 4, 2007 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

make that 9
Tippecanoe and Pena too! (let's hope pena doesn't die after 30 days in office)

by seton hall snake pit on Oct 4, 2007 9:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

photoshop?
That is sweet.  You use photoshop?
Live in game Dbacks/Cubs blogging at CubsSuckClub.com!!!

by rknuppel on Oct 4, 2007 9:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah
I made a desktop background out of that in Torts class yesterday.

by oklahomasooners on Oct 4, 2007 9:28 PM EDT up reply actions  

9-3 Tribe
Sweetness.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 9:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Anybody
else notice thats the ex-Dback gettin roughed up?? he was in the Johnson trade.  i guess neither are helping in the playoffs

by Adam1 on Oct 4, 2007 9:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah, that made me happy.
Remember how many Ex-Dbacks we discovered were helping us by making other teams lose? (Or beating other teams, in BK Kim's case)
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

yeah I was sitting here
telling yankees fans all about the guy they had on the mound
Tippecanoe and Pena too! (let's hope pena doesn't die after 30 days in office)

by seton hall snake pit on Oct 4, 2007 10:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

I swear to all things holy..
.. if this crap, blowout game doesn't get switched off at 7:05..........

by oklahomasooners on Oct 4, 2007 9:29 PM EDT reply actions  

no kidding
You aren't kidding.  GET THIS GAME OFF HERE!
Live in game Dbacks/Cubs blogging at CubsSuckClub.com!!!

by rknuppel on Oct 4, 2007 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Good to see all of the snakepit
warming up in the bullpen before the game :)

For some reason whenever I see Doug Davis referred to as DD i think of WWF and the New Age Outlaws.... D O Doubble G ;)

by Wimb on Oct 4, 2007 9:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Oh you didn't know?
Yo ass better caaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaall somebody!

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 9:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Good times!
Back when the WWF was actually worth watching

None of this roster crap they are peddling now :/

by Wimb on Oct 4, 2007 9:54 PM EDT reply actions  

6 minutes until gametime and...
.. this ******* Yankees blowout is still on my TV. Starting to get pissed...

by oklahomasooners on Oct 4, 2007 10:03 PM EDT reply actions  

its gonna be on TNT
btw did anyone catch the Martinez homer where the visuals flashed Garko Home Run!!
Tippecanoe and Pena too! (let's hope pena doesn't die after 30 days in office)

by seton hall snake pit on Oct 4, 2007 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

Well, Garko just cranked one
Wonder if they flashed "Martinez Home Run?" Tools.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

Go D-bax!
May not be around quite as much tonight since I gasp actually have things to do, but I'll check in.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:08 PM EDT reply actions  

Soriano Ks
A good start to the game.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:10 PM EDT reply actions  

DD
Good start :) im catching this one from bed so good luck all!

by Wimb on Oct 4, 2007 10:10 PM EDT reply actions  

That's the third time in three minutes...
I've heard the phrase "prisoner to his mechanics" referring to Doug Davis.

This better not be a trend.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 10:10 PM EDT reply actions  

That
is not so good. Then again, we had the Cub Infection on the basepaths last night, hopefully they're just as inept at actually scoring tonight.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:12 PM EDT reply actions  

So it begins.
Davis leads off with a strikeout, before giving up a single. Looks like a Doug Davis start. :)
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:12 PM EDT reply actions  

Well then....
Strange... feels like I already saw you today, Silverblood... where could it have been?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:13 PM EDT reply actions  

No clue.
Nothing to do with the Phillies beating us, you know. Damn Phillies. Only one more and they'll sweep us...

Oh wait... what?

Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hey, if Brandon Webb...
is allowed to have at least one baserunner per inning (except the 7th), that means DD gets to do the same, right?

.....Right?

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 10:13 PM EDT reply actions  

right.... I think
Tippecanoe and Pena too! (let's hope pena doesn't die after 30 days in office)

by seton hall snake pit on Oct 4, 2007 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

UGH.....
First reference tonight to "Oheeda". Probably not the last.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:14 PM EDT reply actions  

TBS
Must you be so negative toward the Dbacks? Good grief.

by oklahomasooners on Oct 4, 2007 10:16 PM EDT reply actions  

I feel
your pain. These guys have busted their butts to come up with every reason why the Rox are all smoke and mirrors instead of giving them credit. Hint: their reasoning doesn't get far beyond Coors.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

can't wait for the NLCS
when the broadcasting team just sit on their asses not having a clue what to say about these two teams
Tippecanoe and Pena too! (let's hope pena doesn't die after 30 days in office)

by seton hall snake pit on Oct 4, 2007 10:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

LOL
great point!

by johngordonma on Oct 4, 2007 10:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

This will have the added benefit
of them, you know, not talking at all. Dead air is much more interesting, and you can always listen to the radio broadcast.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

And a K to end the inning!
Way to go, Davis!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:18 PM EDT reply actions  

I have little respect for DHL
If I recall, they're the ones that "delivered" a package by dropping it off at the post office in town.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

DHL
That's what they do here as well.  Because it's just such a huge town that it's too hard to deliver to the house.
4 Corners Fan

by 4CornersFan on Oct 4, 2007 11:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

I think
I'm much happier listening to the radio feed right now.  
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:19 PM EDT reply actions  

According to the know-it-alls and Cub fans..
The Dbacks hitting is so bad and Zambrano/Lilly are a regular Schilling/Johnson in the playoffs, so dont get your hopes up!

by oklahomasooners on Oct 4, 2007 10:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

Let's get this party started, CY!!
Do it for Jim! He's there!!
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Absolutely brilliant start again
by the big boppers for the Cubs.  Man, those guys are on fire!  No wonder everyone says Arizona doesn't have a chance... so depressing to watch us get manhandled this way by such an obviously superior team.

Wait, what's that you say?  We won game one?!?  Soriano and Ramirez are now 0-11 with 4 Ks?  Someone alert ESPN!  (Also alert them to Arizona winning the West in 2002.)

by peachy rex on Oct 4, 2007 10:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Actually, he's home ;-)
Just got back. Kickin' atmosophere down there. KTAR were offering free photos with a goat. :-)

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:23 PM EDT reply actions  

I noticed that too...
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Dreeeeewwww
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 10:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Lilly wild early
That's the way to do it. I hope the lineup shows some patience.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Yeah, so how 'bout dem Phillies?
That Phillies sweep is due to begin on Saturday...
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Brynsie..
Now would be a great time to come out of your slump.

by oklahomasooners on Oct 4, 2007 10:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Eh...
In the Great Shortstop Competion, Tulo's winning thus far -- he had a homer in his first AB, not a K. ;)
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Ready with the remotes
It'll be moving to TBS, presumably at the end of the inning.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:25 PM EDT reply actions  

It's already there, if you want to switch.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

Lilly is all over the place
How 'bout taking some pitches, boys.

by johngordonma on Oct 4, 2007 10:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Er...
Couldn't actually locate them. It was "somewhat busy" at Jackson's - I called Al, but he didn't pick up, so we probably passed in the night!

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

This was probably for the best
You might have come back cross-eyed, dressed in blue underpants, dazed-looking, mumbling, "Let's Go Cub-bies," and exhibiting a Pavlovian twitch every time the numbers 1, 9, 0, and 8 were placed in conjunction.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

Needs ideas for a new poll
This one seems to have been infected by Cubs fans over the past couple of days. :-)

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:28 PM EDT reply actions  

Herd of cattle.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

more like lemmings
Tippecanoe and Pena too! (let's hope pena doesn't die after 30 days in office)

by seton hall snake pit on Oct 4, 2007 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

full count
send Young here.

by johngordonma on Oct 4, 2007 10:29 PM EDT reply actions  

Come on, Byrnsie!
Justify your contract!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:29 PM EDT reply actions  

is a walk good enough?
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

It's not an out
So I'll take it.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

That's okay
Two on, one out, time to shine, CoJack!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Two on for Conor
Making Lilly throw plenty of pitches thus far.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:30 PM EDT reply actions  

nice.
keep jacking that pitch count up, fellas.  I'll take these walks.  Great time for a double steal here, by the way.

by johngordonma on Oct 4, 2007 10:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Byrnes didn't pop out...
I have a good feeling about this. :)
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Yup,
2 run blast to right center.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Byrnes tames
the inner suckbeast! (Sort of).
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Waaaay to drop the ball. :)
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Make, Them, Pay.
For failing to turn the double-play.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:32 PM EDT reply actions  

ooooo
almost a run!

by johngordonma on Oct 4, 2007 10:32 PM EDT reply actions  

That's lucky
Time to cash in, Sheriff!

(I like that nickname.)

I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:33 PM EDT reply actions  

too bad
that didn't get past Soto.

by johngordonma on Oct 4, 2007 10:34 PM EDT reply actions  

here we go Special K
Tippecanoe and Pena too! (let's hope pena doesn't die after 30 days in office)

by seton hall snake pit on Oct 4, 2007 10:35 PM EDT reply actions  

God....
I thought Mark just struck out.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:35 PM EDT reply actions  

I saw the future.... a pitch ahead.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

Don't you remember?
Mark Reynolds doesn't strike out, he waits.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

This is true.
It's only the first inning. He's waiting to hit the game-winner.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

good at bat
let's work a walk here, or squeeze one through, Mark.

by johngordonma on Oct 4, 2007 10:35 PM EDT reply actions  

MarKKKK
Ugh!

by johngordonma on Oct 4, 2007 10:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Ok.... those Aquafina commercials make me hate
Lou Piniella a little less.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:36 PM EDT reply actions  

Ouch
We'll get over it.

Lilly with 25 pitches, only 13 strikes.  I think some patience at the plate will be key.

I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:37 PM EDT reply actions  

24 pitches for Lilly
Made him work, even if we couldn't push the run across.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Keep throwing strikes, Double D
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Ah, THERE'S the Cub power.
We've heard so much about it. Took a lot of muscle to hit that 45 feet.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 10:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Reynolds is thinking about the grand slam
he's going to hit in the 7th. Mulligan.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Lucky hit
Is that an omen? Are the Cubs going to get all the breaks going their way tonight?

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:40 PM EDT reply actions  

If a Dback got that type of hit off Zambrano..
.. his glove might have ended up in the Arizona dugout.

by oklahomasooners on Oct 4, 2007 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

It's a payoff.
Derrick Lee dropped the double play.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

Davis is like a bank guard...
...nobody's gonna steal.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Dammit
Had a horrible feeling that bleeder was going to come back and bite us.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:42 PM EDT reply actions  

DD
That was... undesirable. Maybe we should stop ragging the Cubs offense?
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

I'd hope a MLB hitter..
.. could tattoo a fastball down the middle on 3-0.

by oklahomasooners on Oct 4, 2007 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

I meant as a preventive superstitious measure
Not because they're actually good.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Oh, look...
The Cubs fans have started singing. What a surprise.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Davis knew it immediately.
It's okay. Just gotta get the shit outta your system, Double D, so you can feast later.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

It's only 2 runs
chickenfeed to get back
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Suddenly, the strike zone has shrunk
like a shrinky-dink.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Davis..
Please cease falling behind 3-0 immediately.

by oklahomasooners on Oct 4, 2007 10:44 PM EDT reply actions  

It's like someone said something to the ump
Davis got some of those calls in the first.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

Crap
Settle down Davis!
Live in game Dbacks/Cubs blogging at CubsSuckClub.com!!!

by rknuppel on Oct 4, 2007 10:45 PM EDT reply actions  

Let's get some outs, DD
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:47 PM EDT reply actions  

And... Lilly can't get the bunt down.
Blame it on his AL heritage?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:47 PM EDT reply actions  

"Have to bunt the ball...
...to Conor Jackson. He's the less experienced of the fielders out there."

Less than Reynolds, the other corner infielder? Less than Drew?

Jesus.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 10:47 PM EDT reply actions  

One more guy, Doug. Then you can go sit down.
Get out Sorry Sori.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Just one more out
How 'bout we get another K on Soriano?
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Worked
like a charm.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

Excellent!
Now let's score some runs!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

K!!!!
also the first to vote on the new poll. (pat's himself on the head)
Tippecanoe and Pena too! (let's hope pena doesn't die after 30 days in office)

by seton hall snake pit on Oct 4, 2007 10:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Second!
I think my vote is equal parts stats and hope.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

As is mine
I think everyone will be voting for Cleveland... not entirely sure the poll is scientific, but who cares.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

Screw you all.
I was 4th. :(
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

At least we all agree?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

Davis is getting the strikeouts tonight.
That's a good sign. Let's hold 'em to 2.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Two runs down
Easily redeemable, based on how Lilly was looking in the first.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Okay, time out.
How many Octobers are there?

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 10:51 PM EDT reply actions  

::Confused and sheepish::
.....three....?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

Wait wait
I thought that was how many countries we had.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

No no.
Three is the number of NL playoff teams there are. We're a AAA representative.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

What?
Did they decide to start counting the Rockies as a real team?
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

Wrong
There are only two -- Cubs and Phillies. And they're going to sweep those lousy NL Worst entrants right back to their underexposed, overrated home parks.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Well the answer to THAT is 1.
I'm just curious as to whose it is?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ooh, I know this!
It's Chevrolet!
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

I have a virtual horse called October
so that's two at least
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 10:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Soriano reminds me somewhat of Chris Young
By the way, good poll question Jim. It's Cubs-neutral.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:51 PM EDT reply actions  

That was my thinking
I'll save "How MUCH do the Cubs suck?" for another week. :-)

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

Snyder bluffing a bunt?
My, that's...thinking outside the box,

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Actually
He was in the batter's box when- oh, I see.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

Are all the Cubbie fans obnoxious or did...
..all the obnoxious ones move to AZ?  Maybe the Chicago ones are normal or maybe normal is different in South Chicago?   hmmmm...

by batster on Oct 4, 2007 10:53 PM EDT reply actions  

The worst ones..
.. are the ones that have only seen their team play on SportsCenter. There is a ridiculous amount of them around here.

by oklahomasooners on Oct 4, 2007 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

No no no.
South Chicago is the White Sox; that's the ghetto. They're quality fans.

North Chicago is the rich part, that's where the Cubs play.

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

North Chicago
The Cubs are the north side team; Sox are south side.  Sox fans are vastly less obnoxious.

by peachy rex on Oct 4, 2007 10:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

I stand corrected...
..  don't know much about Chicago except I did have a nice lunch many years ago at Big Ed's or something like that.  

by batster on Oct 4, 2007 10:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Sheer volume, I think
It's a bell-curve, not really any different from any other team, I think, but the low end of the spectrum is more notable because there are so many of them. That kind also get courage from numbers...

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Maybe the cameramen were instructed..
..to only aim at the crazy ones?  Just a thought.

by batster on Oct 4, 2007 10:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

They're in Colorado, too.
Screw the East Coast Media! Friendly Rockies Fan (Unless we're playing each other)

by NLWestFan on Oct 4, 2007 11:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

Base hit!
Nice start to the inning, Snyder!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Go Snyderman!
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 10:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Beautiful, Upton.
Lilly's gonna be gone by the fourth at this rate.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 10:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Augie!
Definitely my favorite name to say of any Diamondback.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Lilly is very weak tonight,,isn't he?
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 10:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Lou Pinella...
Whining about watering the dirt now?

Jesus, the excuses never end!

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 10:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Huh?
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Apparently
The infield in front of home plate was too damp for Piniella. Wee-ooo, wee-ooo, wee-ooo...

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

The areas under Lou Piniella's eyes
are too damp. Let's make the grounds crew pour dirt on him.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

I approve
of this idea.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 11:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

yeah,cos it never rains
in Chicago
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

Isn't that negative Rockies?
Like it's even a big deal. Talking heads love to jump on this crap.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 10:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Negative Dbacks
It happened here
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 10:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah
The Rockies have their own "Watergate" going on now. Apparently a sweltering eighty-plus day in Philly warrants a criminal investigation when Corpas dumps a little water on himself to cool down.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 11:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

I saw that
It's such a stupid complaint. Even if the YANKEES were the guilty party, I wouldn't give a crap.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

Because clearly
it's the only way this NotMarianoRiveraOrJonathanPapelbon closer can get the Phillies out, right?
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 11:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

Especially annoying.
Because as they say, they did it for Game 2 as well, and we all know Davis isn't much of a groundball pitcher.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 10:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Keep me posted guys.
I'm stuck on the South Carolina/Kentucky game, but still want to follow the Clubbing of the Cubs.
Screw the East Coast Media! Friendly Rockies Fan (Unless we're playing each other)

by NLWestFan on Oct 4, 2007 10:59 PM EDT reply actions  

Well hello!
They're multiplying!
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

This is what happens
When D'Back fans are cool and Cub fans are a-holes.
Screw the East Coast Media! Friendly Rockies Fan (Unless we're playing each other)

by NLWestFan on Oct 4, 2007 11:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

That looked outside
But seems to be working both ways. Let's see if Davis can do a better job of bunting.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 10:59 PM EDT reply actions  

Come on, Davis.
Draw a walk. Or at least don't GIDP.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 10:59 PM EDT reply actions  

D'oh
Oh, Ojeda...
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 10:59 PM EDT reply actions  

CY,..
I'm feeling the 3 run HR here.

by oklahomasooners on Oct 4, 2007 11:00 PM EDT reply actions  

I'd settle...
For a two-run bloop about now.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 11:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

CAN I PREDICT OR WHAT?!!!!!
I call the Sheriff's HR last night, too!!

by oklahomasooners on Oct 4, 2007 11:03 PM EDT up reply actions  

You're good
damn good.
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm impressed
You wouldn't happen to live in a town called Delphi, would you?
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

Delphi, Oklahoma
nice place

by johngordonma on Oct 5, 2007 8:05 AM EDT up reply actions  

Davis gets the bunt down
Come on, CY!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:00 PM EDT reply actions  

Nice sac bunt
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Great bunt, Double D.
CY needs to get a rare hit.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Whoa....
You give that call to Lilly, you BETTER give it to Davis.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:02 PM EDT reply actions  

Full count...
Let's do something here!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:03 PM EDT reply actions  

That works!
Excellent!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

Well, there's a jack.
Screw the East Coast Media! Friendly Rockies Fan (Unless we're playing each other)

by NLWestFan on Oct 4, 2007 11:04 PM EDT reply actions  

CHRIS MOTHERFUCKING YOUNG!!!!
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:04 PM EDT reply actions  

CY!
Nice.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 11:04 PM EDT reply actions  

CHRIS YOUNG!!!
Yeah baby!  3-2 good guys!
Live in game Dbacks/Cubs blogging at CubsSuckClub.com!!!

by rknuppel on Oct 4, 2007 11:04 PM EDT reply actions  

Yay
CY homers yet again,the little darling.
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:04 PM EDT reply actions  

That'll shut the Cubs fans up nicely.
What the hell, Drew. Let's make him throw some more.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 11:04 PM EDT reply actions  

Crowd sounds excited
Good to hear
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Gorgeous.
Infield hit for Drew. Keep throwing, Ted.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 11:05 PM EDT reply actions  

I'd have been ashamed of Young
If he didn't hit that one out. 'Twas a meatball.
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by NLWestFan on Oct 4, 2007 11:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Ted Lillly
Has now thrown three million pitches this inning. Fact. Well, according to TBS, anyway. :-)

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 11:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Lilley the Stink
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

I was just thinking that
I was going to go with "Lilly-livered"

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 11:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Dreeeewww
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Now, EB
Could earn several million of his salary with another long-ball here.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 11:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Almost
You're nearly as good as oklahomasooners.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

"The key for the inning...
...was Davis getting the bunt down to move the runners over."

Yes, because they wouldn't have scored from first and second on the home run.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 11:06 PM EDT reply actions  

*sigh* Stupid TBS
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by NLWestFan on Oct 4, 2007 11:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

Is it just me...
Or have they got the umpire mic'd up tonight?

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 11:07 PM EDT reply actions  

Anyone else love the way Ted Lilly
slammed down his glove?

Nice.

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:07 PM EDT reply actions  

classic
Must've learned that from big Zambrano.

by johngordonma on Oct 5, 2007 8:10 AM EDT up reply actions  

C'mon Eric you don't need a big bop,
just little by little
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:07 PM EDT reply actions  

Holy shit
The Byrnesinator awakeneth!
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 11:08 PM EDT reply actions  

This team
is so energetic! NICE GOING BYRNES AND YOUNG!
"very cunning Mr. *VIII*" -- Jim

by Mr. Philosophical on Oct 4, 2007 11:08 PM EDT reply actions  

Lilly's pitch count may not matter
Lou won't put up with this shit much longer, it was clear he didn't have it out of the gate...

by cj060896 on Oct 4, 2007 11:08 PM EDT reply actions  

Bullpen active
For the Cubs. Lilly is very, very rattled.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 11:09 PM EDT reply actions  

Lilly has lost the plot
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:09 PM EDT reply actions  

I'm surprised the first fit was thrown by Lilly
rather than Zambrano. (Slamming down the glove, anyway)
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Excellent!
Nice to have the lead back.  Take some confidence from that, DD!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Oh come on Jackson
3-0 and you swing at ball four and get yourself out.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 11:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Fifty...eight pitches?
Upper 50s, at least, through two. Fantastic.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 11:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Ted Lilly
A guy with that name, that temprament, and those looks should be an alcoholic, not a Major League pitcher.
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by NLWestFan on Oct 4, 2007 11:10 PM EDT reply actions  

I've always thought
he looks kind of like Greg Maddux's kid brother.

by johngordonma on Oct 5, 2007 8:11 AM EDT up reply actions  

Please don't swing
on 3-0 counts.

Especially when it's a ball.

by dahlian on Oct 4, 2007 11:10 PM EDT reply actions  

It was a ball?
It looked like one on gamecast, but you never know.

by peachy rex on Oct 4, 2007 11:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

That pitch
practically sawed off his bat.

Nowhere close to being a strike, much less a hittable pitch.

by dahlian on Oct 4, 2007 11:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Worst part was...
It wasn't CY or Reynolds, it was CoJack. He knows better than that.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 11:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

Playoffs
Had too sit game one...maybe excited, definitely out of character for him & I'm sure he's kicking himself.  3 - 0 he was probably looking inside for a pitch to drive Byrnes in, after 3 outside...got to take your shots if you get a pitch in the area your looking with 2 outs & a guy on 3rd.  Pitch probably had more late movement than he expected...

by cj060896 on Oct 4, 2007 11:16 PM EDT up reply actions  

totally agreed
like gracie says, it needs to be in a box not much bigger than the ball, not letters to toes like conor made it look

by peeklay on Oct 4, 2007 11:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

ill take teh 4 runs, but....
why do these guys always have the 3-0 green light? I am sure there is a website out there to show teh dbacks AVG this year with 3-0 that can prove me wrong, but it sure feels like they are a paltry group with 3-0. Conor swung at a possible ball 4 that would have had Chase erupting even more...oh well at least I am home for this game and not on a plane wondering how it is going.....

by peeklay on Oct 4, 2007 11:11 PM EDT reply actions  

I think I might just take a gander over to BCB...
Won't say anything, just want to take a look...
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:12 PM EDT reply actions  

Just got back
They don't deal with adversity very well, it would appear.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 11:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

such an antagonist...haha
I read BCB yesterday and laughed at the number of sweep projections on the site. Dbacks = Rodney D

by peeklay on Oct 4, 2007 11:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

See if
Davis is being accused of cheating yet.

by peachy rex on Oct 4, 2007 11:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

Wow
Looks like they're about to start handing out swords for the hara-kiri rituals.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

Don't worry
The Cubs will sweep the D-backs.

Yes, I get my sports news from ESPN, why....?

Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 11:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

Maybe they are talking about
going up the chimbneys to clean them?
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

That's because
we've already been eliminated from the playoffs.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 11:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

lol
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

Doug Davis is pitching to his game plan.
Throw a lot of pitches, give up a ton of hits and walks, give up very few runs. Get a lot of outs.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Dinner-time
Chinese tonight. Keep the lead safe, folks...

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 11:16 PM EDT reply actions  

71% win expectancy
via fangraphs.com

vr, Xei

Life is so very very precious, so make sure you root for the Dodgers.

by Xeifrank on Oct 4, 2007 11:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Hi backatcha!
I introduced myself here before the season started ... and since then, I've had -- let's call it computer connectivity problems. Late to the party, but I'm here now!

by monica in el paso on Oct 4, 2007 11:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

better late than never,lol
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

I can tell how the NL West divide is shaping up...
We've got our friendly Rockies fans here, SuitsMetoaTnT the Giants fan comes around here often, heck... even DodgerBlueBalls comes here and roots for us.

....In contrast, I just noticed at least 2 posters I know from Gaslamp Ball are over rooting for the Cubs at BCB.

My opinion of GLB just keeps going lower and lower.

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:20 PM EDT reply actions  

It's okay..
I always root against the Madres. There is just something about their tan/banana uniforms that makes me hate them even more, especially around playoff time.

by oklahomasooners on Oct 4, 2007 11:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Classic!
Which GLB'ers are over there?
Making your blog a better place with Nomar .jpg's since 2007!!!!

by DodgerBlueBalls on Oct 4, 2007 11:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Shut down
Let's stretch this lead, guys!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:20 PM EDT reply actions  

This is why I like DD
not the most talented guy in the world,but solid,workmanlike,gives us a chance every time.
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:21 PM EDT reply actions  

All we can ask for
And more than a lot of pitchers out there give.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

Morning ball fans
GO DBACKS!!!

by Englishdback on Oct 4, 2007 11:22 PM EDT reply actions  

Is it too early
To suggest that we're seeing "good Doug Davis" and not "evil Doug Davis" tonight?
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 4, 2007 11:22 PM EDT reply actions  

Silence!
Yes! It is! It's only the 3rd and he's given up 2 runs.

Give it time.... give it time.

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

By rights
it's someone else's turn to shine tonight.
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

Special K!
Golf shot into right.

2 seconds after I posted.  ;-)

Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 4, 2007 11:23 PM EDT reply actions  

First pitch swinging
And Reynolds is on to lead off!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Frank TV
Maybe you all have seen the ads for Frank TV?  I recognize the George Bush, Jack Nicholson, and John Madden impersonations; but who's the guy with the "Who's on First?" take-off supposed to be?  
4 Corners Fan

by 4CornersFan on Oct 4, 2007 11:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Yeah, it is, I think
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Frank TV
Ah, thank you.  Now the ad will make more sense to me.  Because I don't intend to ever watch that show.
4 Corners Fan

by 4CornersFan on Oct 4, 2007 11:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

I missed the ad but the famous ..
.."Who's on first?" bit was a comedy sketch between Abbott and Costello back in the 40's or 50's.  You babies are so-o-o cute!!! (pinching your virtual cheeks)

by batster on Oct 4, 2007 11:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'd be very disappointed
...at anyone who didn't recognize "Who's On First."  
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

Snyder, Snyder, Snyder.
That's not how this is supposed to work at all. He's only thrown 4 pitches in the inning now.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 11:24 PM EDT reply actions  

I wonder if we'll see Montero
in Chicago.  Snyder had at least one GIDP last night as well.

by peachy rex on Oct 4, 2007 11:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

Miggy will catch on Saturday.
Livan's scheduled to start.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

So very true
He might have a chance to audition for bigger things this time, however.

by peachy rex on Oct 4, 2007 11:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

D'oh!
Nice DP there to erase Reynolds as well.

by singaporedbacksfan on Oct 4, 2007 11:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Snyderman
Ungood.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 11:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Score some runs
So we can really criticize Lou for leaving Lilly in too long...that would really set him off...damn DP.

by cj060896 on Oct 4, 2007 11:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Snyderman has been unimpressive lately.
He was so hot coming out of the ASB... not lately, though.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:25 PM EDT reply actions  

he has cooled
but, dont overlook that walk last night. good at bat. good patience and it lead to a run

by peeklay on Oct 4, 2007 11:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hmm
Quick inning for Lilly.  
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Snyder
Has been bouncing into those more often, huh???  Looks like he's back to his early season hitting woa's; Maybe it's Montero time...he's certainly earned the right to a couple of starts here?

by cj060896 on Oct 4, 2007 11:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Montero will catch tomorrow.
He always catches Livan.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:28 PM EDT up reply actions  

Reynolds is just toying with Lilly.
Taking batting practice like that, getting ready for the big inning later.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Contest...
FYI - contest in the bottom of the 7th over at Cubs Suck Club... Dback fans are welcome to participate.
Live in game Dbacks/Cubs blogging at CubsSuckClub.com!!!

by rknuppel on Oct 4, 2007 11:28 PM EDT reply actions  

Jim.
If you watch Frank TV, I'll kill your puppy.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 11:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

Good idea
If you do not have a puppy, one will be appointed to you.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nor do I.
But drastic measures must be taken.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 11:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Indeed
Some things cannot be borne.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Jim!
Remember not to watch Frank TV.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nice
Drew's putting on a pretty good defensive show past couple nights.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:32 PM EDT reply actions  

That ball fooled Drew...
...good thing Lilly is up.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Chris Young's homer
Was the third by a rookie in AZ post-season history. Reynolds had the second last night. Who hit the first?

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 11:33 PM EDT reply actions  

I'm not sure
But I'm hoping #4 is Micah Owings.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'll drink to that
in a nice Australian Shiraz
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

Wait, I got it
Durazo.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

Two points
The first ever in the post-season for us, in the 4th inning of Game 1 against the Mets in 1999. Off Masato Yoshii.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 11:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

I thought Durazo was a rookie in '00
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nope
155 at-bats in 1999, the limit is 130.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 11:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Was Chad Tracy a rookie in '02 or '03?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ruby?
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

I chewed the polish off two nails getting that
and someone got in first
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

Cubs suck.
That is all.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:34 PM EDT reply actions  

Pluck the Lilly!
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Augie!
Beautiful infield hit. And they even said his name right!

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 11:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Augie Augie Augie
Oy Oy Oy!
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 4, 2007 11:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Beat me to it
But someone has to do it every time he gets a hit.

by peachy rex on Oct 4, 2007 11:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

The Littlest Ballplayer
Comes through. That's the difference between him and Baerga. Ojeda can run.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 11:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Throw a base, Lou!!
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Augie Augie Augie!
Nice hustle!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Whoa...
Who taught the TBS announcers how to say O-HAY-da?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Better than Oh-Gee-Dah
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 4, 2007 11:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

I was shocked too!
I didn't even get to send my letter of ire!

by snakecharmer on Oct 4, 2007 11:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Awesome Augie!!
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Davis is 1-2 in bunts tonight.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:41 PM EDT reply actions  

I support human cloning
#1 pitcher : Brandon Webb
#2 pitcher : Micah Owings 1.0
#3 pitcher : Micah Owings 1.1
#4 pitcher : Micah Owings 1.2
#5 pitcher : Micah Owings 1.3

by peachy rex on Oct 4, 2007 11:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

Better play it safe.
Clone 2 Brandon Webbs.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

We did
but we had to trade the second Webb to pay for the cloning machinery.

by peachy rex on Oct 4, 2007 11:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

Blast!
Stupid Yankees and Red Sox... they can pay for theirs with cash.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

On the other hand
the Yankees used their machinery to clone a dozen Carl Pavanos.

by peachy rex on Oct 4, 2007 11:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

Come on, CY!
Let's batter the pitcher some more!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:42 PM EDT reply actions  

2-0 on CY?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:42 PM EDT reply actions  

sign of the night
behind cubs dugout. "Its not a curse, you just are not any good" dbacks fans have had some good signs this series.

by peeklay on Oct 4, 2007 11:43 PM EDT reply actions  

tru dat
lols
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Speaking of signs...
..one female fan was holding one at Fenway yesterday that read "Love me Ortiz me".  .....Ok, I thought it was cute.

by batster on Oct 4, 2007 11:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Get it? David Ortiz or as John Kerry likes ...
..to call him Manny Ortiz is the DH for the Red Sox... oh, never mind..

by batster on Oct 4, 2007 11:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Drew..
Please do as you did last night.

by oklahomasooners on Oct 4, 2007 11:44 PM EDT reply actions  

If you want to read something funny?
Read BCB, and read about how confident they were tonight that their offense is SOO much better than ours, and how Ted Lilly is SUCH a better pitcher than Doug Davis.

Of course, they may yet be proven right.

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:44 PM EDT reply actions  

They're whinging about
using "Jump" .Now that's sad.
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

They seem to be conceding the series
Well I guess we gotta admit that our team was

just damn lucky to even get into the playoffs...4 run defecit is probably too much to make up with our stars flailing away....I am really sick and tired of seeing this team get beat by no-name, near rookies, and rag arms.....plus it is always fun to watch teams with barely a decade+ in the league romp thru the post season toward a championship while our long storied team just takes another punch in the nuts.....sickened, depressed, near the point of total discouragement.

by razzpunk on Thursday, October 4, 2007 at 10:52 PM CT

I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Come on, Drew!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:45 PM EDT reply actions  

Dreeeeewwww
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:45 PM EDT reply actions  

Drew
Take a freakin' pitch low now and again.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 11:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Radio broadcast
I may be a minute or two behind, but I am enjoying listening to Randy Johnson talk.  Wonder if he might go into broadcasting after he retires?
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:46 PM EDT reply actions  

I was wondering how he was doing.
At the very least, he's got a ton of knowledge at his disposal. If he's personable enough, it seems like he'd do a solid job.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 11:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Oh he's got a real dry wit
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

You don't have to be personable.
Matt Williams broadcasts sometimes?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm actually surprised
He has such a gruff persona on the field and with the media, but he's been pretty cool so far.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Droooooooooo
Pleased to hear the crowd taking up that call! I give Jim credit.

GO DREW! TRIPLE! MORE RUNS!

by snakecharmer on Oct 4, 2007 11:47 PM EDT reply actions  

DROOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:47 PM EDT reply actions  

DROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
6-2 baby.  Great time for Drew's bat to finally get hot.
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 4, 2007 11:47 PM EDT reply actions  

Or, alternatively
Smack a freakin' pitch low down the right-field line. That works, too...

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 11:47 PM EDT reply actions  

Come on Lou.
That's not Zambrano out there. It's not game one. Might want to go get your pitcher.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 11:47 PM EDT reply actions  

I think
He's being struck with a deep concern that he may have pulled Zambrano early to save him for a game that they may not play.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

You're right.
They're going to sweep us, after all, so why worry about game four?

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 11:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

Poor Lou
He's going to get if from the other side this time... 'why did you leave him in so long?'

by peachy rex on Oct 4, 2007 11:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

DREEEEEEEEEEEEWWWWWWWWW!!
Two RBI triple!  Fantastic!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Dreeeewww!!!
2 run triple! And thats it for Lily.

by singaporedbacksfan on Oct 4, 2007 11:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Na na na na, na na na na,
Hey hey hey, Gooooodbyyyyye.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Awww...
Come back, Lilly...

Please...

Bambi eyes...

[Bink-bink] 8-O

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 11:48 PM EDT reply actions  

DROOOOZLES
Niiiice. And yes, you can still keep your shortstop.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 11:48 PM EDT reply actions  

DREW
After Lilly has made him look bad all night he smokes a 2 RBI triple.  GO DBACKS!!!

by ncdbackfan on Oct 4, 2007 11:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Clubbing of Cubbies
is always such a beautiful sight.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 11:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Other notes
  1. Very funny to see Lilly pull a Zambrano and throw his glove earlier. He's usually a relatively easy-going pitcher.
  2. How was Ojeda not out on that bunt? He was certainly out of the line. I must not know the rule fully..

by snakecharmer on Oct 4, 2007 11:49 PM EDT reply actions  

official rule escapes me
I am not sure on official rule, but I have been told that a runner generally has a 3 foot allowance on teh basepaths (that would be off of the middle of the line).

Rudy Ojeda looked within that limit

by peeklay on Oct 4, 2007 11:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah that's the rule
& if a player can reach the base, they will never call it.

by cj060896 on Oct 5, 2007 5:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

lilly
I am glad Lilly didn't fight Louis Piniella when he was pulled. Better luck for Louis than Gibbons

by peeklay on Oct 4, 2007 11:50 PM EDT reply actions  

This game is over...
Dbacks runnning it up!  This game is ovahhhhh
Live in game Dbacks/Cubs blogging at CubsSuckClub.com!!!

by rknuppel on Oct 4, 2007 11:50 PM EDT reply actions  

Keep it cool
Don't want to call it too soon...
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm constantly knocking on wood.
I'm so superstitious, I won't ride in a car. Not enough wood. I use a horse and buggy.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Either that...
...or maybe I'm just one of them primitive Arizonans.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

I tried
But too many of my buggies kept catching on fire in the summer.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

I hate it when that happens.
I had to move all my oil lanterns away from my horsecart.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:02 AM EDT up reply actions  

It's okay
He's not really a D-backs fan - more of an anti-Cubs one - so the gods have no reason to punish us. :-)

by Jim McLennan on Oct 4, 2007 11:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nah.
Byrnes already got his 1 hit this week.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

In fairness,
it should have been 4-0, not 3-1.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 4, 2007 11:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

Aw, Byrnes burnt
Let's get it done, CoJack.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 4, 2007 11:53 PM EDT reply actions  

byrnes
can really kill me at times. just put the ball in play and we get a run (most likely), but no 3-0 to K. terrible

by peeklay on Oct 4, 2007 11:53 PM EDT reply actions  

C'mon CoJack
launch one
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:54 PM EDT reply actions  

That's okay.
Four-run lead, let's make it stand.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 11:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Jackson Ks to end the inning
Good job nevertheless by Drew to add 2 more runs.

by singaporedbacksfan on Oct 4, 2007 11:56 PM EDT reply actions  

I'm another Purple Row
And wanted to wish you luck....I mean you need it..you have a young team, with players that have never played for the Yankees or the Red Sox..playing west of the Mississippi, in a hitters park, which is the 2nd highest in elevation in baseball....so you have no chance to win any games at all. (same as the Rockies)

ESPN may not even cover the NL-CS if both AZ & CO advance!

See you guys next week! Screw the national media!

by Redhawk on Oct 4, 2007 11:56 PM EDT reply actions  

nic eto see you here
I don't know what it is, but I have been cheering for the Rockies this past few days even though I know the Phils will jsut roll over for Dbacks. Well, I hope it is on, would love to see it

by peeklay on Oct 4, 2007 11:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

I've been cheering for the Rockies
First off, they put together a run that outshines the Mets collapse in "Wow" factor.  Second, the NL West needs more respect and non-Barry Bond coverage.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:02 AM EDT up reply actions  

I agree..
..they have earned my respect too.  Especially, toothless Holliday!  Never ever slide face first... isn't that what your momma always told you!

by batster on Oct 5, 2007 12:05 AM EDT up reply actions  

Not toothless
but maybe chin-skin-less?
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 12:07 AM EDT up reply actions  

Looking forward to it.
If for some reason the Diamondbacks aren't going to make it to the World Series, I'd be perfectly fine with the Rockies getting through.

by Azreous on Oct 4, 2007 11:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

Me too
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 12:01 AM EDT up reply actions  

Nah, they'd just rename the ALCS the World Series
I think if the Indians and either Rox or Dbacks make the WS, TV execs' heads are going to collectively explode.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:00 AM EDT up reply actions  

Crap
another K.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 4, 2007 11:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Soriano bad quad
THAT'S why the Cubs are losing!

by Redhawk on Oct 4, 2007 11:59 PM EDT reply actions  

Anyone else really enjoy
the Yankees getting creamed tonight?
A guy who was a Red Sox fan I think ,climbed Everest in 2001 and burned a Yankees cap up there.They've never won a World Series since.
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 4, 2007 11:59 PM EDT reply actions  

I *loved* it
I sent out a text message: "One of the best things in baseball is watching the Yankees lose in the post-season."
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:01 AM EDT up reply actions  

The only thing better
is watching the Yankees not make the post-season.  Maybe Toronto can do something about that next year, eh?

by peachy rex on Oct 5, 2007 12:02 AM EDT up reply actions  

Especially
if that means the Red Sox don't make the playoffs too. I hate those F$@#$'s as much as the Yankees (maybe more)
Visiting Rockies fan. Sub-Chairman of the resign Kazuo Matsui committee

by Redhawk on Oct 5, 2007 12:04 AM EDT up reply actions  

Tampa Bay in '08!
Fine, '09.  '11?  2031?  Maybe?
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:06 AM EDT up reply actions  

That would be doubly sweet
I really do feel for Toronto - they've been halfway decent recently but they have zippo chance locked in a cage with the 800lb gorillas of the American League.  Maybe they could switch places with a real no-hoper like Kansas City.

by peachy rex on Oct 5, 2007 12:06 AM EDT up reply actions  

Oh, Gawd....
Just what we need. Another baseball curse. "The Curse of the Everest Hat"
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:03 AM EDT up reply actions  

I'm still giddy like a silly schoolgirl...
..and sans alcohol...ok maybe one glass of white with dinner but Yankees losses are definitely all the happy pills I need.  :-)))))

by batster on Oct 5, 2007 12:09 AM EDT up reply actions  

Okay
I'm off to bed.  This early work schedule is terrible during the playoffs.

Keep the lead safe, folks.  Go D-Backs!

I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:00 AM EDT reply actions  

Not over yet...
Be happy to see a couple more zeroes on the board before I can relax.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:00 AM EDT reply actions  

Hey you are here
I thought you were going to the game. Oh, just meeting up pre-game. How was that? :)

by snakecharmer on Oct 5, 2007 12:01 AM EDT up reply actions  

I'd be happy with one more zero
I think if we could score 40 runs, the Cubs would have no chance of catching up.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:01 AM EDT up reply actions  

I don't know
with guys like Soriano, Lee and Ramirez no lead is safe.

by peachy rex on Oct 5, 2007 12:02 AM EDT up reply actions  

"In his defense"
Come on ... He was lazy in his base running.  I just read Ben's diary, had to agree something fierce.

On another note ...

I flew into Alabama today via Denver, and about a quarter of the 6 AM flight had different cubs shirts or hats.  Had to say, deffinatly looked like they were scrambling out of town with their tails between their legs :)

Listen to me, I got no reason to lie to you, don't make the same mistakes I made when I was young. F- a lotta women kid, not just one woman, a lotta women.

by npineda on Oct 5, 2007 12:02 AM EDT reply actions  

Who was lazy in base running?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:05 AM EDT up reply actions  

Oh...
Yeah, definitely.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:14 AM EDT up reply actions  

Dear Doug Davis,
Would you please stop giving us heart attacks.

Love,
Diamondback fans

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 12:02 AM EDT reply actions  

Agreed.
Theriot's flyout nearly gave me a heart attack

by singaporedbacksfan on Oct 5, 2007 12:04 AM EDT up reply actions  

Aargh
The broadcasters are saying that one didn't leave the park because the roof is closed. It clearly didn't stop Young's...

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:03 AM EDT reply actions  

Note to self: contact John Henry re: roof
..Fenway is fitted with new retractable HR-proof roof for 2008 season... I can see it now.  It will always be closed when A-Rod steps up to the plate..   aaaahhhh!

by batster on Oct 5, 2007 12:15 AM EDT up reply actions  

Stunning revelation!
TBS just showed us a Cubs fan sitting next to a Diamondbacks fan!  Shock!  I didn't think they could be near each other, like matter and anti-matter.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:05 AM EDT reply actions  

They switch the cameras away
just as they start to strangle each other.
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 12:08 AM EDT up reply actions  

Well, actually
The Cubs fan started yelling about how he was going to beat up the Diamondbacks fan, but then just stood there as the D-backs stole his wallet.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:09 AM EDT up reply actions  

Did the Dback fan steal the wallet because..
..he's an opportunist--the Cubbie fan made it easy with his gross inebriation or did he steal it because he's a Robin Hood type--he feels the rich N. Chicagoans have enough in life and should share the wealth?

by batster on Oct 5, 2007 12:18 AM EDT up reply actions  

According to ESPN
It's because the Cubs dropped it for him and even pointed it out, otherwise any associated with the Diamondbacks would never have done so.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:19 AM EDT up reply actions  

We already know
that Cubs fans can be placed too unfortunately close to Rockies fans. And no, this doesn't have to do with personal experience or anything.....
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 12:07 AM EDT up reply actions  

Wait....
are there really Dbacks fans there??

TBS hasn't actually shown any.

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:09 AM EDT up reply actions  

By the way,
welcome to the 'Pit, Redhawk. I coulda sworn that, like Silverblood, I saw you somewhere else today too...
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:06 AM EDT reply actions  

Well, up to 91 pitches now.
One more inning, with Cruz/Pena up and ready to go?

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 12:06 AM EDT reply actions  

K to end the fifth
DD isn't looking too bad, other than that nerve-wracking fly ball.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:07 AM EDT reply actions  

Double D!
<insert comment about liking double D's here>

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 12:07 AM EDT reply actions  

It used to be a bottled beer
here in the UK.It's slogan was "A Double Diamond works wonders!"I'd  have used this before but no-one would have any idea what I'm going on about.
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 12:10 AM EDT up reply actions  

Who doesn't like Double D's?
Nothing better a nice effective Double D
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 12:11 AM EDT up reply actions  

Reynolds did INDEED only hit .118 vs. the Cubs.
As the TBS announcers pointed out.

However, that's back when he was hitting .118 against EVERYONE.

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:11 AM EDT reply actions  

They don't appreciate the wonder
that is Special K
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 12:13 AM EDT up reply actions  

Good eye by Mark!!
Three weeks ago he swings at that..

by snakecharmer on Oct 5, 2007 12:12 AM EDT reply actions  

Nice patience
Reynolds with the K.

And they tell us they have a mic on the umpire, and show him whistling to get Doug Davis's attention.  Fascinating.

I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:13 AM EDT reply actions  

Upton..
How about your first postseason RBI of your career?

by oklahomasooners on Oct 5, 2007 12:15 AM EDT reply actions  

I won't argue with a walk, though.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:20 AM EDT up reply actions  

it sure seems like forever
since Upton had a homer. I just remember when he first got up to PHX he was crushing the ball, but seems to have lost his power a bit.

lets hope for one here

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 12:16 AM EDT reply actions  

What the hell?
Reynolds walks??

Oh, Mark Reynolds. How I love thee, let me count the ways. Care to join me, hotclaws?

Niiice job going to 2nd on the WP! I keep saying Reynolds has deceptive speed...

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:17 AM EDT reply actions  

lol
Somehow I am reminded of the song "Paradise by the Dashboard Lights"

by singaporedbacksfan on Oct 5, 2007 12:28 AM EDT up reply actions  

especiallyl for 3rd baseman
he is a mold of David Wright. Not saying he is as good or will be, but same mold

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 12:18 AM EDT up reply actions  

Second walk of the inning
It's Augie Time!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:18 AM EDT reply actions  

This comment is for my mother
Augie, oh Augie, the hills send back the cry, we're here to do or die, we'll win this game or know the reason why!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:18 AM EDT up reply actions  

And when we win this game...
we'll buy a keg of booze, and drink it to our Augie til we wobble in our shoes.

(The above is a take off on the fight song for New Mexico State University; the Aggies.  And those basically are the words.)

"Are we out of bananas? No, we are in of bananas." 4 Corners Fan

by 4CornersFan on Oct 5, 2007 12:28 AM EDT up reply actions  

Great hustle play by Reynolds ....
I read somewhere that a MLB scout said his favorite team to watch play this year was the Dbacks b/c we played good fundamental baseball and hustled our tails off on every play.  Love it.  Now get some more runs.

by ncdbackfan on Oct 5, 2007 12:18 AM EDT reply actions  

Two on, one out...
Third time. We scored the first two.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 12:18 AM EDT reply actions  

The batters sure have their eyes in tonight
drawing all these walks
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 12:19 AM EDT reply actions  

Wait a minute.
Kenny Lofton can't be traded, it's past the trade deadline! What kind of devilry is this?!

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 12:19 AM EDT reply actions  

I have left numerous messages with DHL..
That they need to send his things to Cleveland. Nobody has returned my messages, though.

by oklahomasooners on Oct 5, 2007 12:22 AM EDT up reply actions  

Wow
This game is taking forever. 2 hours, 20 minutes, and we're in the bottom of the fifth.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 12:22 AM EDT reply actions  

Seems to be the trend today.
Your game and the Indians game were marathons too.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 12:23 AM EDT up reply actions  

Autumn dawns are lovely over here.;-)
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 12:23 AM EDT up reply actions  

It is a Doug Davis start
This is actually pretty good considering.

by snakecharmer on Oct 5, 2007 12:26 AM EDT up reply actions  

Somehow, Stephen Drew popping bubble gum
just fits. He's like a 12 year old.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:23 AM EDT reply actions  

Just my thought
It's a huge relief to see them chewing, and then blow a pink bubble. Mrs. SnakePit has only two peeves about the D-backs: those who dip, and those who earn too much money.

And of course, then there are those who do both. Hello, Eric Byrnes. :-)

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:27 AM EDT up reply actions  

Have to say ,for 2 pitchers
Lilly and Hart sound more like a Valentine card.
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 12:25 AM EDT reply actions  

You win
So far you're my QotD #2. :) (#1 I choose from the media.)

by snakecharmer on Oct 5, 2007 12:26 AM EDT up reply actions  

why ,thank you
curtseys
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 12:27 AM EDT up reply actions  

True
Tax filing service?
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:30 AM EDT up reply actions  

Why is Donovan McNabb at our game?
Shouldn't he have been at the Phillies game? Prepare to be booed more, Donovan...
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:25 AM EDT reply actions  

Augie!
RBI!  Way to show up your old team!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:25 AM EDT reply actions  

ron darling is a dumbass
talking about players with lesser pedigree getting it done. I realize the numbers are not great for many of these hitters, but lets look at this.

Drew - 1st rd pick and brother of an all-star (good pedigree)

Chris Young - top minor league prospect for many magazines

upton - 1st overall pick and brother of another #1 (pedigree)

and on and on and on....stupid Ron Darling

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 12:25 AM EDT reply actions  

as a side note
I was once coming back from a Raider game in Oakland on a flight to LA on Southwest. Anyways, Ron Darling was on that flight and all of the Raider fans (and there are MANY on those flights on Sunday evenings) were chanting "Cheap ass pitcher, cheap ass pitcher" since he was on Southwest airlines.

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 12:27 AM EDT up reply actions  

El Midgito
gitting 'er dun!
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 12:25 AM EDT reply actions  

Yay!!!!!
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 12:26 AM EDT reply actions  

New pitcher for the Cubs
They might well have a long, uncomfortable trip home to Chicago...
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:26 AM EDT reply actions  

Bye bye, Eyre.
Waaaay to try to barehand a screamer with your throwing hand, moron.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:26 AM EDT reply actions  

Augie Augie Augie
What a series so far for the little guy.  

by ncdbackfan on Oct 5, 2007 12:26 AM EDT reply actions  

So, with the Bax and the Rox in the NLCS
who gets disrespected more by the "experts?"
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 12:27 AM EDT reply actions  

Dbacks will get less respect
They only won the division and did not rattle off 16 of 17.....that is IF they both make it. Dbacks still have a long way to go

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 12:29 AM EDT up reply actions  

Rockies will get more love...
...cuz they've got more exciting power hitters. It's a lot more photogenic for ESPN to play Todd Helton smacking it out than Augie Ojeda scratching out a single.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:33 AM EDT up reply actions  

I love and respect our little ball though
it's for the purist
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 12:34 AM EDT up reply actions  

Davis!
Awesome bunt, getting the run in!  Fantastic!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:29 AM EDT reply actions  

D. Lee
Seriously, he does not look like a gold glover tonight

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 12:29 AM EDT reply actions  

DD helping himself out
Nice.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 12:29 AM EDT reply actions  

Frabjous joy!
DD gets a run!
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 12:29 AM EDT reply actions  

DAVIS!!!
BoMel is a genius for not pulling him... BRILLIANT bunt, right there. RBI, 2 on, still 1 out.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:30 AM EDT reply actions  

Squeeze Play!
Is there anything these boys can't do?
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 12:30 AM EDT reply actions  

Maybe
we won't have to clone Owings to get more plate production out of the pitchers after all.

by peachy rex on Oct 5, 2007 12:30 AM EDT reply actions  

I would like to thank the Purple row
for coming over to the Snakepit and brining a Rockies/Phils like score in our favor!

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 12:31 AM EDT reply actions  

We are glad to help
However, we can't stop your guys from starting 3-0 and then striking out.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 12:32 AM EDT up reply actions  

Chris Young is our very own Soriano.
Except that he doesn't cost us 50 bajillion dollars.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:35 AM EDT up reply actions  

Plus he doesn't have an attitude.
Plus he can play defense in the outfield. Plus he doesn't MIND playing defense.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:37 AM EDT up reply actions  

Young!
Time to drive a nail into the coffin!
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:31 AM EDT reply actions  

Okay
Who had the D-backs in three and +12 in the T-shirt poll? :-)

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:31 AM EDT reply actions  

Not me
I'm thinking I'm not going to win that shirt.  Unless Livo is awful beyond imagining.

by peachy rex on Oct 5, 2007 12:34 AM EDT up reply actions  

Ditto
But I'll be plenty pleased if I don't, so long as we win the series.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:35 AM EDT up reply actions  

Do you think
we could make up our ENTIRE run differential in the post-season? In this series?

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 12:41 AM EDT up reply actions  

I think TBS has successfully...
put the camera on every Cub fan in attendance tonight. Congrats.

by oklahomasooners on Oct 5, 2007 12:31 AM EDT reply actions  

It's ridiculous.
It really is. You'd think they'd show fans of the winning team.

At least we get to see their sadness. It sustains me.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 12:34 AM EDT up reply actions  

TBS sucks
Plain and simple.  This is some of the most biased coverage I've seen, and so limp and flat.  No energy either.
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 12:35 AM EDT up reply actions  

Really, really under par
for the regular season, never mind the PLAYOFFS.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 12:36 AM EDT up reply actions  

The people at BCB
were bitching about the TBS crew from last night too.  You know the announcers are bad when both sides are disappointed...

by peachy rex on Oct 5, 2007 12:39 AM EDT up reply actions  

NO MORE 3-0 GREEN LIGHT
dammit. Ball 4 AGAIN.

and now ball 5. Nice

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 12:31 AM EDT reply actions  

That is what 3-0 green light does
seriously. I realize they are up big, but that is just bad fundamental baseball

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 12:32 AM EDT reply actions  

Dreeeeeeewwwww
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 12:33 AM EDT reply actions  

Hey!
WE = 98%

That's the kind of figure I like to see at the end of the fifth.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:33 AM EDT reply actions  

O-Dawg!
Our "manager" is looking pretty happy to be in the dugout there.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:34 AM EDT reply actions  

TBS announcers blow
but TBS HD is very, very pretty

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 12:36 AM EDT reply actions  

Sad thing is...
These guys are actually announcers in their day jobs. They just happen to suck more on TBS.

by snakecharmer on Oct 5, 2007 12:42 AM EDT up reply actions  

The TBS commentators
Just got the FRICKIN' SCORE WRONG going to break. It's 8-2 now, not 6-2 any longer.

Jeezus...

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:37 AM EDT reply actions  

I missed that
Though I did notice when they couldn't recall the name of the runner when Augie advanced.  Top notch, guys.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:37 AM EDT up reply actions  

Maybe...
That cloning technology we were discussing with regard to Owings has come through...

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:40 AM EDT up reply actions  

It would definitely
simplify the calculations for VORP.

by peachy rex on Oct 5, 2007 12:41 AM EDT up reply actions  

No, Mark Reynolds is just that good.
He scores twice.

(With your gf, AND your mom. OH!!)

(Yeah, I know, in your case, it should be with you and your mom.)

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:42 AM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah...
I noticed that too.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:38 AM EDT up reply actions  

And only
Seven more years of this crap.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:39 AM EDT up reply actions  

Hey kids
The TiVo just caught up to live tv so I figured it was safe to turn on the internet. This one has been a blast (except for Eyre grabbing at the ball -- never like to see someone get hurt).

Down side of catching up to live TV -- just saw one of those Frank TV ads.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 12:39 AM EDT reply actions  

Welcome to real time. :-)
Must be past your bedtime over there though...

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:42 AM EDT up reply actions  

I'm in New York
and I have gotten to bed before 3:30 only once this week. Maybe including last week as well.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 12:43 AM EDT up reply actions  

With an 8-week old son
there is no "bedtime" -- I'll probably just stay up for his 2 am feeding, watching ESPN News. Hopefully Lou Pinella will have an entertaining postgame, if this holds up.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 12:48 AM EDT up reply actions  

Hey Jim...
Don't watch Frank TV.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:39 AM EDT reply actions  

[Makes mental note]
The puppy threat probably sealed it though.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:41 AM EDT up reply actions  

Good, good.
I was hoping something desperate might do it.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 12:45 AM EDT up reply actions  

I was planning to miss it
and hoping to miss the ads too. I feel dirty even seeing one.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 12:42 AM EDT up reply actions  

J-Up makes two great catches
Go get that ball!
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 12:42 AM EDT reply actions  

Defense
nice running grab from Uptop

by frienetic on Oct 5, 2007 12:42 AM EDT reply actions  

Nice play by Upton
Chasing the ball all the way down in deep right center.

by singaporedbacksfan on Oct 5, 2007 12:42 AM EDT reply actions  

Jupton!
That's by far the best play he's made all year.

Announcer (who knows nothing about Upton's defensive problems): "That just shows the skill and speed of Justin Upton"

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 12:43 AM EDT reply actions  

Yeah, I'm not sure
my mind can process the paired concepts of 'Justin Upton' and 'really good defensive play.'

by peachy rex on Oct 5, 2007 12:44 AM EDT up reply actions  

Brooklyn
If you need more specific - Prospect Heights, off the Q train 7th Avenue stop. I'm one of those men walking around Park Slope with a baby in a sling. Total stereotype.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 12:47 AM EDT up reply actions  

I'm in the NY suburbs (Bronxville)
for college.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 12:49 AM EDT up reply actions  

Whoa...
Sarah Lawrence?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:53 AM EDT up reply actions  

Yes, actually.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:01 AM EDT up reply actions  

That's cool.
I know that I know someone there... but I don't know whom I know.

Went to Georgetown for 2 years myself before transferring.

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:05 AM EDT up reply actions  

Well
Now you know me. ;)
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:06 AM EDT up reply actions  

True dat.
I now know someone named Silver who goes to Sarah Lawrence. ;-)
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:12 AM EDT up reply actions  

And is wishing
she didn't choose to go to school 1600 miles from home while Denver is going baseball-mad again.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:16 AM EDT up reply actions  

If the Rockies should have the gall to beat us...
(knocking on wood, furiously, of course)

...you'd better hope you end up playing the Yankees?

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:19 AM EDT up reply actions  

I want the Indians so bad
Rather not spend my life savings on Yankee Stadium Series tickets to go and be viciously treated by your average industrial-grade morons (I'd be in the full purple and black, of course). Besides, I hate the Yankees with an unsurpassed, all-consuming passion.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:26 AM EDT up reply actions  

If you hate them so bad...
...why not enjoy beating them?

However, I want the Injuns to win, too.

Except I'm seriously worried that if the WS is Indians vs. Dbacks or Rox, we might have some TV issues. I could see them actually preempting the WS with television of a poker tournament or dog show or something.

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:32 AM EDT up reply actions  

I'd LOVE beating them
But if by some chance we get to the WS and don't win it, I don't want to have to commit suicide over the AL team that does. I'm rooting for Cleveland hard, since I can't stand the other three.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:34 AM EDT up reply actions  

True. It might be just too much of a risk.
Indians it is, then.

Are you actually from Denver, by the way?

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:36 AM EDT up reply actions  

Evergreen
Foothills town 40 minutes outside Denver.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:37 AM EDT up reply actions  

Ah, my cousins live in Littleton.
They have a cabin on Granby Lake. In fact, I'm actually going skiing there this Xmas.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:41 AM EDT up reply actions  

Coincidentally
I have some cousins that live near Granby.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:43 AM EDT up reply actions  

Ya don't say!
They go to Winter Park as well?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:46 AM EDT up reply actions  

Not sure
But back when I had the time to ski, I loved Mary Jane.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:50 AM EDT up reply actions  

This conversation is getting too narrow.
But we should continue it later?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:53 AM EDT up reply actions  

Sure.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 2:03 AM EDT up reply actions  

Upton
fielding better now as well;-)
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 12:43 AM EDT reply actions  

Y'kn ow...
We're less than 200 comments behind BCB. We might actually end up with more than them tomorrow night, if this trend continues...

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:44 AM EDT reply actions  

Er...
Of course, the lack of a game might level the playing-field somewhat. Make that Saturday. :-)

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:46 AM EDT up reply actions  

Hey, if they keep losing...
We know how quiet Cubs fans get when they're losing.

Not that ours (at the ballpark, anyway, not here) are any better.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 12:46 AM EDT up reply actions  

How fitting...
Especially since they already had about 200 when the game started, while we only had about 50.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:46 AM EDT up reply actions  

I clapped both times Jupton caught the ball.
I always clap when Jupton doesn't get an error.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:44 AM EDT reply actions  

It must usually be
quiet as a graveyard around your place.

by peachy rex on Oct 5, 2007 12:45 AM EDT up reply actions  

It's a pretty loud apt complex.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:48 AM EDT up reply actions  

Come on, DD..
Don't lose him after being up 0-2

by oklahomasooners on Oct 5, 2007 12:44 AM EDT reply actions  

He did
It's like the reverse of what the hitters do.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 12:45 AM EDT up reply actions  

Okay
Really going to bed now.  Davis, stop walking guys.  Bullpen, protect the lead.  Offense, get us some more runs.  

Cubs, start dreading your flight home.  Sorry, probably about an hour late for that one.

Everyone else, have a great night.

I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 12:45 AM EDT reply actions  

Davis coming towards the end
Six and done would be fine. But if he doesn't get this guy, might be Cruz time.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:47 AM EDT reply actions  

Current win probability
via fangraphs is 98%
via DodgerSims simulator: 98.89%

vr, Xei

Life is so very very precious, so make sure you root for the Dodgers.

by Xeifrank on Oct 5, 2007 12:47 AM EDT reply actions  

A few walks, and one long ball aside
Davis has pitched a fine game tonight.  He's had maybe one or two games better than this this year, but overall a yeoman's job tonight.
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 12:48 AM EDT reply actions  

DD done for the night
Laboring towards the end but a good outing nevertheless...

by singaporedbacksfan on Oct 5, 2007 12:49 AM EDT reply actions  

Finally.....
I didn't think BoMel was going to come out.

Can't imagine being dude in on deck circle seeing Davis drop 69 mph curve balls and then getting Famine gas on first pitch

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 12:49 AM EDT reply actions  

He's had a few better
But none as important. Thanks Doug, you desere that hand you're getting.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 12:49 AM EDT reply actions  

he made me feel safe
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 12:50 AM EDT reply actions  

I will say
that the internet scam ads are a hoot. Almost make up for the Frank show. No, nevermind. Nothing could do that.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 12:50 AM EDT reply actions  

It's kind of a shame that they have to advertise..
..what a scam is to Americans.  How could anyone fall for those lamely written emails?  Maybe we should be teaching common sense in school?  Oh.. sorry ... back to the game.

by batster on Oct 5, 2007 1:01 AM EDT up reply actions  

Good job, Doug
Everything we could have hoped for. The offense stepped up and won this, but apart from that one pitch to Soto, he was very, very solid.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:50 AM EDT reply actions  

Double D doesn't get some close calls,
gives up 2 walks, leaves to a standing ovation.

Famine comes on to starve the Cubs of runs...

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:51 AM EDT reply actions  

Solid, DD, solid.
Just gotta get out of this jam, and away we go.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 12:52 AM EDT reply actions  

Now I see
what you guys were talking about with the TV broadcast. horrible. i never thought i would be nodding off during an 8-2 dbacks playoff game.  time to go on MUTE

by Adam1 on Oct 5, 2007 12:53 AM EDT reply actions  

Did you know
Cruz used to be with the Chicago Cubs? I didn't. Not the first ten times the commentators mentioned it.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:53 AM EDT reply actions  

If you can call it "playing"
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 12:55 AM EDT up reply actions  

Damnit, Famine
Throw a freakin strike!
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 12:53 AM EDT reply actions  

famine
not getting it done here. Davis is furious in the dugout.

Pul it together guys

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 12:54 AM EDT reply actions  

Motherf***er
Davis is rightly ticked.
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 12:55 AM EDT reply actions  

come on
Daryl freaking Ward? He was one year away from eating himself out of the league and now a double? crap

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 12:55 AM EDT reply actions  

Poor DD
Cruz tacking those runs onto him. Don't do that.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 12:55 AM EDT reply actions  

Remarkably
The graphic still shows men on second and third, after the two men on base scored. The Cubs must be working on the cloning too...

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:55 AM EDT reply actions  

Are you sure this is TBS? Or maybe Wayne's..
..World?  No, I think Wayne's World commentary would be more insightful.

by batster on Oct 5, 2007 1:03 AM EDT up reply actions  

'Let's see if that's the spark the Cubs need!'
Ugh.... could they possibly ROOT any more for Chicago?

I love the Cubs hitter grandstanding there, walking into the dugout, after scoring a run. YOU GOT WALKED BY DOUG DAVIS. Get over yourself.

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 12:56 AM EDT reply actions  

"Sorry-ano" strikes out
Let's get those two back and shut these buggers down.
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 12:56 AM EDT reply actions  

Is it just me or...
is TBS seriously stroking Cal and Tony? I get that they just made HoF and were great, but seriously

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 12:57 AM EDT reply actions  

Wow
Good strikeout by Soriano.

And also, I hate these Moments in History breaks with the Disney music in the background.

"Are we out of bananas? No, we are in of bananas."

by 4CornersFan on Oct 5, 2007 12:57 AM EDT reply actions  

Too close for comfort
But we still have the lead at the moment. I will feel much better if we tag in a few more insurance runs though.

by singaporedbacksfan on Oct 5, 2007 12:57 AM EDT reply actions  

/shakes his head/
Ernie Johnson doesn't think the game is over by a long shot. And now he tosses it back to the legendary Dick Stockton.

Someone please make it stop.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 12:58 AM EDT reply actions  

"This game is not over by a long shot"
Yes, our bullpen has made a living out of blowing 4 run leads all year. LAME

by oklahomasooners on Oct 5, 2007 12:58 AM EDT reply actions  

good to know
that this game is not over yet "By a longshot" thanks TBS, now go F*** yourself

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 12:58 AM EDT reply actions  

BS
"I don't think this game is over by a long shot," say the studio men in Atlanta.

WE = 95%

Next.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:58 AM EDT reply actions  

Kerry Wood
Oh, does he still play for the Cubs?  
"Are we out of bananas? No, we are in of bananas."

by 4CornersFan on Oct 5, 2007 12:59 AM EDT reply actions  

I don't think this game's over by a long shot
Screw these announcers.
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 12:59 AM EDT reply actions  

Great...
Now the great enigma is in; we get to hear about him for the next 45 minutes. Will he spark the Cubs?!!

by oklahomasooners on Oct 5, 2007 12:59 AM EDT reply actions  

Brilliant
Four people, all think exactly the same thing. Let me translate, "TBS sucks."

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 12:59 AM EDT reply actions  

Oh man
Usually I don't comment too much about the announcers... but "highly skilled" Kerry Wood?

by singaporedbacksfan on Oct 5, 2007 12:59 AM EDT reply actions  

/laughs/
Five different posts about that dumbass line. That's how bad it was.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 12:59 AM EDT reply actions  

Jim
We will catch BCB if they keep cutting to Ernie Johnson. Haha. Fired off about 10 quick "longshot" threads

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 12:59 AM EDT reply actions  

They've got this guy wood pitching
I feel like I've heard of him. Must have been in a Prior life.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 1:00 AM EDT reply actions  

Puns
Good one there.
"Are we out of bananas? No, we are in of bananas."

by 4CornersFan on Oct 5, 2007 1:01 AM EDT up reply actions  

ding ding
and the man from Brooklyn gets the Clever Award

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 1:01 AM EDT up reply actions  

Byrnsie
Stop dancing and get a homer, would ya?
"Are we out of bananas? No, we are in of bananas."

by 4CornersFan on Oct 5, 2007 1:00 AM EDT reply actions  

I'm somewhat glad Davis has now given up 4.
I know it looks lousy for his stats, but (God willing) he gets a win, and other teams look at his line and underestimate him.

Doug Davis-- believe it or not-- is one of our secret weapons. I know the Cubs fans and the media (they are one and the same) underestimated him.

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:00 AM EDT reply actions  

Interesting stat
The leadoff guy had reached every inning for us.

Of course, Eric Byrnes ends that streak.

Is there some kind of handicap rule from the commissioner, that we have to overpay our left fielder?

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 1:01 AM EDT reply actions  

Wood with the K..
He is back to 1998 form, people. Watch out.

by oklahomasooners on Oct 5, 2007 1:01 AM EDT reply actions  

only 19 to go
and it will be 1910 or whenever that was, all over again

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 1:02 AM EDT up reply actions  

Look!
They showed a D-backs fan! Woot!

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 1:03 AM EDT reply actions  

Diamondbacks fan?
Dang!  I missed it.  They must have really had to search for one.  
"Are we out of bananas? No, we are in of bananas."

by 4CornersFan on Oct 5, 2007 1:04 AM EDT up reply actions  

Surely, you jest.
There aren't any Dbacks fans there. At least, my picture box ain't showin' me any.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:08 AM EDT up reply actions  

Series schedule.
Why are games four and five "if necessary"? Obviously they'll be necessary.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:04 AM EDT reply actions  

Not if...
We win tonight and Saturday. 3-0 sweep, no game four or five.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 1:06 AM EDT up reply actions  

Correction.
Wait, the Cubs are going to sweep, hence no game four. My mistake; I take back the original statement.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:06 AM EDT up reply actions  

Because they ARE if necessary.
Best out of 5, remember?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:06 AM EDT up reply actions  

/shakes his head/
I should think by now my sarcastic reputation precedes me, but I guess I gotta lay it on heavier.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:08 AM EDT up reply actions  

Nah, I'm just dense like that.
I'm pretty sure a lot of my posts draw the same blank stares.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:09 AM EDT up reply actions  

Eh, no worries.
You and I both know how tough sarcasm is on the net sometimes.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:11 AM EDT up reply actions  

True dat. ;-)
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:15 AM EDT up reply actions  

Beware--Humor flying over at 5K feet!!
Sometimes Skins you really crack me up.  :)

by batster on Oct 5, 2007 1:14 AM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah....
I just watched that one pass me by like an airliner.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:17 AM EDT up reply actions  

Quiet inning for the offense.
But that doesn't matter. Just need solid work from the horsemen.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:05 AM EDT reply actions  

Free shirt contest...
We are giving away a free shirt over at CubsSuckClub.com after the Cubs bat.  All you have to do is be the first to answer a baseball related trivia question.  Dback fans are welcome to join!  Go dbacks!
Live in game Dbacks/Cubs blogging at CubsSuckClub.com!!!

by rknuppel on Oct 5, 2007 1:06 AM EDT reply actions  

Nine outs to get
A zero hero would be big. Will they leave Famine in, or switch to Pestilence?

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 1:06 AM EDT reply actions  

Have any of the Dane Cook commercials
Featured the Dbacks?
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:07 AM EDT reply actions  

He did mention Chris Young
But probably meant the Padres starter

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 1:08 AM EDT up reply actions  

Chris Young is briefly in one.
It's interesting though; the other young stars they have in that clip all have a sound byte of an announcer calling the game action from that clip, except for Young. They just move on to the next one quickly on his.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:09 AM EDT up reply actions  

Dane Cook ads
There is a new one that's about the NL playoffs, which I have only seen once today.  As opposed to the one about the AL series, which is on quite frequently.  
"Are we out of bananas? No, we are in of bananas."

by 4CornersFan on Oct 5, 2007 1:39 AM EDT up reply actions  

Ask and you shall receive
and... there's the ad!
"Are we out of bananas? No, we are in of bananas."

by 4CornersFan on Oct 5, 2007 1:40 AM EDT up reply actions  

Let's go, Pestilence
Set em down.
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:08 AM EDT reply actions  

so....
which Pena are we going to get? I am hoping for good TP

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 1:09 AM EDT reply actions  

We got good DD
We should get good Tony Pena
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:10 AM EDT up reply actions  

Tony Clark
He's like a large, black vacuum cleaner.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 1:09 AM EDT reply actions  

Wait--
Tony Clark is black?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:11 AM EDT up reply actions  

Yes, as a defensive replacement
Every time he has in as a defensive replacement hitting in the 9-hole on a double-switch in the post season, we score AT LEAST 8 runs.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 1:16 AM EDT up reply actions  

Ha!
Well done, sir.
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:18 AM EDT up reply actions  

Wait...
Tony Clark is a vacuum cleaner?
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:17 AM EDT up reply actions  

Not very impressed with Pena
Thus far. He's been kind wide of the zone.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 1:10 AM EDT reply actions  

Drew and Augie really helped him out there
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 1:14 AM EDT up reply actions  

Double Play
Beauty, gentlemen.  6 outs to go.  Cram that in your pie hole, TBS jackasses.
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:12 AM EDT reply actions  

Nice play by Augie
Turning the pivot as Lee took him out. Two for the price of one. Pestilence for the eighth?

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 1:13 AM EDT reply actions  

That's a toughie
Only ten pitches, and he's through the purported 'heart of the order.'  If you do bring him back you have to have War up and ready just in case.

by peachy rex on Oct 5, 2007 1:17 AM EDT up reply actions  

I feel sorry for Wood
he looked like being something special,then seemed to get over-used for a young pitcher,then got injured amd injured then that was it.
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 1:16 AM EDT reply actions  

you think it makes you sad
think about the cubs fans. He was the best pitcher in baseball for almost twenty minutes

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 1:17 AM EDT up reply actions  

I feel sorry too.
When I went to see Doug Davis beat Ted Lilly, (Last time) I was talking to the Cubs fan behind me during the 9th inning, (when it was already clear the Dbacks would win) and I remarked to him, "It's such a shame that Kerry Wood is coming out of the pen, since he can't stay healthy." His response was, "It's not a shame. When you're a Cubs fan, nothing is a shame. It's all part of a greater plan."

Then I asked him if I could get some of whatever Cubs fans are smoking.

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:23 AM EDT up reply actions  

Jup gets that hit
at last!
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 1:17 AM EDT reply actions  

Upton gets
His first post-season hit. Third time on base though, after two walks.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 1:17 AM EDT reply actions  

Oh Augie.
That's okay, I still like you.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:19 AM EDT reply actions  

After that reaction
I knew it was a GIDP even before checking gamecast.

by peachy rex on Oct 5, 2007 1:20 AM EDT up reply actions  

Augie
Even the Littlest Ballplayer busts out a DP here and there.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:20 AM EDT reply actions  

That was a convenient reminder
Not to watch Frank TV. I'd almost forgotten that, it having been so long since the last announcement 'n' all.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 1:20 AM EDT reply actions  

I don't know
The Madden impression seems a little funny.
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:21 AM EDT up reply actions  

Frank Caliendo
is quite funny. I saw him do a standup act and it was great, but this was about 3 years ago and it was not a half hour per week for several weeks.

His GW is spot on and the madden is funny.

I will not be watching the show though

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 1:23 AM EDT up reply actions  

I just turned and remarked to my roommate,
"Hey, that impression was kinda funny the first 200 times."
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:25 AM EDT up reply actions  

And then,,,
They have two promos in the same break.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 1:22 AM EDT up reply actions  

War
is in the game.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:22 AM EDT reply actions  

i like sonic
but i will not get the double long, doobidy-do, meaty cheesy cheasesteak

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 1:22 AM EDT reply actions  

War!
Good God!
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:23 AM EDT reply actions  

Interestiing choice
Does this mean Valverde would be coming in for the ninth, without it being a save situation?

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 1:23 AM EDT reply actions  

I vote for
Nippert.  When he guns the side down in order it will break the Cubs' spirit so utterly that they'll forfeit game 3 and save us a trip to Wrigley.

by peachy rex on Oct 5, 2007 1:25 AM EDT up reply actions  

That'd be so sweet.
To win the NLDS 5-0.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:28 AM EDT up reply actions  

Now Skins, we can't do that.
We could probably be swept in five though.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:29 AM EDT up reply actions  

Another great play by Drew.
I remember when he was supposed to be average at defense.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:24 AM EDT reply actions  

No, see, his hitting is great,
but his defense is suspect.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:27 AM EDT up reply actions  

Drew, you beautiful bastard
Nice throw, there.
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:24 AM EDT reply actions  

DREEEEEEWWWWWWW
It's catching on in the crowd. He's shown some great defense this series.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 1:24 AM EDT reply actions  

Drew
is making a case for NLDS MVP if the Dbacks were to go on and win this series

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 1:24 AM EDT reply actions  

I dont think Ron Darling
Has seen Papa Grande in 4 run leads much....

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 1:26 AM EDT reply actions  

oops
I was just reading Ben's letter to bud selig and accidentally posted a gamethought there. Sorry.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 1:27 AM EDT reply actions  

"How about these Arizona Diamondbacks."
Here I thought we would actually talk about their merits finally, but...

"Last in the NL in offense, no 100-RBI man, blah blah blah."

Just more negativity.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:29 AM EDT reply actions  

They're bastards
Let them choke on it.
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:30 AM EDT up reply actions  

Hell
We have three 100-RBI guys (and one missed the century mark by 1), including Brad Hawpe, fifth in the league at 116, who they'd apparently never heard of.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:32 AM EDT up reply actions  

Liar!!
Denver is not Boston, nor New York, ergo baseball is not played there.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:34 AM EDT up reply actions  

Plus
He plays in that gimmicky ballpark. You know, the one named after the beer.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:36 AM EDT up reply actions  

Really?
Miller Park? Busch Stadium?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:37 AM EDT up reply actions  

Nah
That one that artificially inflates all the stats since it's a long way above sea level.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:38 AM EDT up reply actions  

Hmmm....
Fine, you stumped me. I give up.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:47 AM EDT up reply actions  

Three more outs
Nicely done, gentlemen.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:30 AM EDT reply actions  

The Lyon roars tonight
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 1:32 AM EDT reply actions  

Oh god.
Not the awful local commercial for DCI. That almost makes me yearn for the Frank TV commercials, until I think of those puppy eyes.

Be glad you're not in Flagstaff, folks.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:33 AM EDT reply actions  

And then they ran a second local spot...
And missed the first pitch of the half-inning. Splendid.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:33 AM EDT up reply actions  

Ever see someone who does impressions?
And think "Wow, that's better than the real thing"?

Don't worry, you won't feel that way about Frank TV

Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:33 AM EDT reply actions  

Steve Bartman
Just caught that ball! nice

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 1:33 AM EDT reply actions  

Dempster?
Really?  Down four?  That looks like a bit of desperation leaking out of the Chicago dugout...

by peachy rex on Oct 5, 2007 1:34 AM EDT reply actions  

All right...
Admittedly, the commercial with the baby laughing is kinda cute.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:38 AM EDT reply actions  

Why are there EMPTY seats on the third base side
just above that teenage kid in the nationals cap. Could some of our newfound superfans have left early?

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 1:38 AM EDT reply actions  

That advertisement with the baby is adorable. :)
However, the stupid Cuba Gooding/MJ spot needs to stop being unfunny.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:39 AM EDT reply actions  

I feel bad though.
This channel's goddamn commercials have made me so bitter inside, I was on edge waiting for something to ruin the baby laughing one. Dunno what, but something.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:40 AM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah.
I was afraid Frank was going to ruin it by doing an impression of the baby or something.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:42 AM EDT up reply actions  

Turn around...
Every now and then I get a little bit lonely and you're never coming 'round...

I used to not hate that song.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:39 AM EDT reply actions  

DEATH!
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:40 AM EDT reply actions  

okay jose
just don't have one of those it's-not-a-save meltdows.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 1:40 AM EDT reply actions  

All right Death.
Shut 'em down, open up shop.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:40 AM EDT reply actions  

I'm still apalled by the
number of people who have left. It doesn't speak well of us. I wonder if there were empty seats in Cleveland at the end of the 12-3 drubbing.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 1:42 AM EDT reply actions  

Why are you embarassed?
It's all the Cubs fans, going home with their tails between their legs.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:45 AM EDT up reply actions  

I wish that were true
but something makes me think it's actually dbacks "fans" who hav left to beat traffic, like they do at suns games.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 1:46 AM EDT up reply actions  

1 down
on the GAS!
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:42 AM EDT reply actions  

'A lot of people said the Dbacks won a lot
of games, but the Cubs had more experience.'

In WHAT?? Losing???

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:44 AM EDT reply actions  

More TBS inanity.
"Everyone thought the Cubs were going to be the one going through this series, but the Diamondbacks have through a little crink in that plan."

Little? 2-0 is little?

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:44 AM EDT reply actions  

Death is coming
Don't let that last gasp of life fool you.
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:45 AM EDT reply actions  

Hard fought, entertaining, and choke free?
The West was unquestionably the best division this year.  
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:46 AM EDT up reply actions  

we wear cowboy hats
and the rockies (with the next best record in the NL) carry panning-for-gold pans.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 1:46 AM EDT up reply actions  

Holliday
can probably hit one out of the park with his.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:48 AM EDT up reply actions  

Eh....
Holliday could probably hit it out with a toothpick.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:51 AM EDT up reply actions  

He's strong enough
he probably could.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:52 AM EDT up reply actions  

Western type
Cowboys, evidently.
"Are we out of bananas? No, we are in of bananas."

by 4CornersFan on Oct 5, 2007 1:47 AM EDT up reply actions  

I would assume
It's in the style that most of the NL West has been this season.  Ignored by the media.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 7:18 AM EDT up reply actions  

cross fingers time
  X X
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 1:46 AM EDT reply actions  

Friendly confines
Have the Diamondbacks ever played away from home before?  Or are all their games home games?  The announcer seems to think that the Deebs will be astounded at being in another team's park.  
"Are we out of bananas? No, we are in of bananas."

by 4CornersFan on Oct 5, 2007 1:46 AM EDT reply actions  

Augie booted it
Tailor-made double play.
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:47 AM EDT reply actions  

he had his hand back to throw
before the ball was on its way. Gotta just get the one.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 1:48 AM EDT up reply actions  

Oy
Death?
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:47 AM EDT reply actions  

Augie
I'm glancing at you as well.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:47 AM EDT up reply actions  

This feels like
watching Fuentes pitch. Put in with nobody on and one out, he gave up a single, walk, got an out, walked someone else, and with the bases loaded and two outs, had to be bailed out by Corpas.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:48 AM EDT up reply actions  

Oh is that how he got the save?
I saw the 5-run lead and wondered about that..

by snakecharmer on Oct 5, 2007 1:52 AM EDT up reply actions  

Classic Valverde.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:49 AM EDT reply actions  

Calm? What's that?
I haven't experienced that emotion all year...

by snakecharmer on Oct 5, 2007 1:51 AM EDT up reply actions  

GAS!
Big K for Papa Grande!
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:50 AM EDT reply actions  

STRIKE THREE
Death overcomes a little bump in the road.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 1:50 AM EDT reply actions  

Niiiice
Get one more and then this thing is in the bag.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:50 AM EDT reply actions  

More drama.
Passed ball, runners advance.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:50 AM EDT reply actions  

No big
Get this runner and nothing else matters.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 1:51 AM EDT reply actions  

Snyderman?
Still ungood.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 1:51 AM EDT reply actions  

Guess what
those runners on base mean NOTHING if you get this guy out. So stay chill.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 1:51 AM EDT reply actions  

One strike left
to get the fourth out of the inning.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 1:52 AM EDT reply actions  

Te Amo, Papa
Game over, we're going to Wrigley.

Bring back chewing gum, deep dish pizza, and an NLDS title.

Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:52 AM EDT reply actions  

Well
Nate Silver was right. There might be a sweep in this series. :-)


by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 1:52 AM EDT reply actions  

I don't care how advanced
their statistical methods are, BP hasn't given us shit in the respect department all year.  Screw 'em and the horse they ride in on.

by peachy rex on Oct 5, 2007 1:54 AM EDT up reply actions  

Didn't BP predict us to win the West?
Of course, as soon as the first pitch of the season was thrown, they threw us under the bus.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 2:04 AM EDT up reply actions  

I don't quite blame them
Statistically, we suck.  But statistics aren't everything.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 7:20 AM EDT up reply actions  

Awesome...
...just awsome.The sun comes up here on a very happy hotclaws.Well done D'Backs and thank you.
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 1:54 AM EDT reply actions  

Lots of Cubs highlights in that montage
TBS, you bastards.  THEY LOST, WE DESERVE THE HIGHLIGHTS.
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 1:55 AM EDT reply actions  

That clip of CY's homer,
and Lilly slamming his glove to the ground, NEVER gets old.

By the way, the only funny part of the Frank TV commercials is the part where, as John Madden, he goes, "TURDUCKEN!! Boom!" then runs away.

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:56 AM EDT reply actions  

Lol
That will never get old.  It being Lilly makes it that much funniers...like a 5 year old pouting..well I couldn't spell pout if I tried.

by cj060896 on Oct 5, 2007 5:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

Watching SportsCenter now
nice to hear professionals discuss the game.

On Drew:

"How many times do you see a guy get a WebGem like that and then follow it up with a triple?"
"Well, whenever we edit it like that."

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 1:56 AM EDT reply actions  

LOL. Love it.
I like that joke. I like most of the SC guys..

by snakecharmer on Oct 5, 2007 2:03 AM EDT up reply actions  

Valverde's head
is so much better than in the past. In the past we are trying to get a run in the bottom of the 9th.

He still scares me, but mentally he is SO MUCH tougher

Oh and cub fan, eat it...oh wait, you are from Chicago, you already ate it

by peeklay on Oct 5, 2007 1:57 AM EDT reply actions  

Agreed
He has come a long way.  Last night after the error, I was just thinking of his meltdown in the met game after an error, & his struggles in the past mentally.

by cj060896 on Oct 5, 2007 5:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Some of TBS' shows might almost be decent.
I'll never know though, because when they start advertising for them months in advance (House of Payne, anyone?), I never watch them.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 1:58 AM EDT reply actions  

So, I finally got it!!
When sooners tried to tell DHL that Lofton's stuff goes to Cleveland, of COURSE they didn't understand. They're DHL! You have to speak to them in German!
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:59 AM EDT reply actions  

That's gonna cause problems
when they figure it out and take Lofton's stuff to Japan, only to find out he's not there either.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 2:00 AM EDT up reply actions  

I would quite like
To sit up and watch Piniella's press-conference. That whiny old man should be good for a laugh. Maybe he'll claim Doug Davis was throwing spitballs. But it's too late. I'm off to bed, to sleep VERY well.

It's been a good day.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 2:01 AM EDT reply actions  

2-0 for both of us
I'm sure the sweeps start tomorrow (Saturday, whatever). But as a matter of protocol, I really hope they don't.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 2:01 AM EDT reply actions  

I'm going to be so upset...
...once we get swept, starting saturday. :(
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 2:05 AM EDT up reply actions  

Faith manages
First we were going to get swept in 3, then swept in 4, now supposedly in 5.  I say we're going to the NLCS.
Don't blink; blink and you're dead. Don't turn your back, don't look away, and don't blink. Good luck!

by Stile4aly on Oct 5, 2007 2:18 AM EDT up reply actions  

Some love
From the studio by Ripken and his colleagues. They've been "impressed" by us. That's nice.

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 2:04 AM EDT reply actions  

Yeah....
Tony Gwynn was "impressed". This is the same Tony Gwynn who said the Padres would overtake us for the NL West title, and the Dodgers would take the WC.

Cal Ripken said some nice things, though, about us playing good, fundamental baseball. Coming from the Ironman himself, that feels good. :)

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 2:09 AM EDT up reply actions  

/chuckles/
After that solid SC exchange from before, they showed the Drew play again with this line:

"You know who doesn't make that play?"
pause "Who?"
"Nancy Drew."

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 2:08 AM EDT reply actions  

I just noticed
The entire thread was labelled "NLDS #1". Corrected it now, but I guess the end result was still the same... :-)

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 2:10 AM EDT reply actions  

Oh crap!!
Are you sure?? We don't lose in 4 this time?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 2:12 AM EDT up reply actions  

Picture of Lilly tossing his glove
If anyone finds that pic, post the link here. I think I'll be using it tomorrow. :-)

by Jim McLennan on Oct 5, 2007 2:14 AM EDT reply actions  

I found this one...
http://www.azcentral.com/php-bin/commphotos/view.php?id=84107

I think the glove happened too quickly after the home run to get a shot, at least not that I've seen..

by snakecharmer on Oct 5, 2007 2:22 AM EDT up reply actions  

I tried prntscrning a frame from the MLB highlight
But it's copy protected and won't work.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 2:28 AM EDT up reply actions  

Ooh.. but I might be able to
Because Mac support for that is worse. ;) Let me try...

by snakecharmer on Oct 5, 2007 2:30 AM EDT up reply actions  

I love The Onion
http://www.theonion.com/content/news_briefs/confused_cubs_think_theyre

"Confused Cubs Think They're Going to Arizona to Start Spring Training."

Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 2:26 AM EDT reply actions  

Awesome. Thanks for that.
I still love the one, "'Damn Yankees', Reports Nation"
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 2:30 AM EDT up reply actions  

"F***ing Yankees"
Yeah, that one was a classic.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 2:38 AM EDT up reply actions  

Silver,
Is Kaz getting any love from Japan yet?
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 2:38 AM EDT up reply actions  

I saved the BCB thread as a threat for later.
It is a delicious dessert. Here's the highlight so far:

"AZ bullpen has feet of clay.  A bunch of so-so pitchers who overachieved all year."

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 2:48 AM EDT reply actions  

Well
it could be a threat as well.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 2:57 AM EDT up reply actions  

I just glanced through
the last hundred-odd posts, and dear god... it's like the last scene in a Shakespeare tragedy - bodies everywhere.  You'd think they'd be able to take losing more philosophically after all these years of it.  (Oh, the schadenfreude is so delicious.)

by peachy rex on Oct 5, 2007 3:01 AM EDT up reply actions  

No, wait, I can top that.
"Valverde needs someone to smack him....
he really is a showboat and I hope somewhere down the road he has a giant implosion and gives up a tragic blown save....you know, I love how these expansion teams take such joy in beating us when we haven't won in 99 years....they act like we are the Yankees or something...don't get it....why hate the generous Cubbies?"

I just love the irony from start to finish.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 3:00 AM EDT up reply actions  

'Why hate the generous Cubbies?'
Hmmm... perhaps because you're completely classless, obnoxious in other teams' stadiums, your team sucks, the entire sports media establishment wants you to win, you just spent $300 million in the offseason to buy a championship, you slipped into the playoffs with 85 wins when the Padres didn't make it with 89, and all you do is whine?

Does anyone else see the cognitive dissonance in this BCB post??

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 3:44 AM EDT up reply actions  

Oh please
Heaven forbid someone be pleased that they win a game- it's obviously something against the Cubs.

And I'd rather have a showboat like Valverde than a loose cannon like Zambrano.

I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 7:24 AM EDT up reply actions  

I posted this on my blog.
We will meet in Red 3 at the hour of scampering.

by hotclaws on Oct 5, 2007 7:27 AM EDT up reply actions  

Just got back from the game
and my thoughts are:

*Got there at 7 (had to pick up friends in Awautukee) so the only lot I found easily charged $40.  Yikes.

*Felt a bit nervous with that 2 run shot in the second, but I knew the D'backs would come back and punch the Cubs in the mouth.

*Saw a lot of Cubbie blue, but they were definately outnumbered.  I'd say a 70-30 split.

*The crowd was really into the game, at least until the lead became 8-2 and people kind of calmed down for awhile.  When Valverde came in, though, things definately ramped up.

*The Kiss Cam thing with Bartman and the goat was classic.  

*Ojeda is my player of the game.  Really just did everything in his power to will us to victory, as did Drew.  I loved that people started doing the "DREEEEEEEEEEEW" thing (to which a group of Cubs fans asked, "are they booing?" to which another person said, "No, they're saying 'Drew.'").  I don't know if anyone heard in other parts of the stadium, but another cool moment was everytime Augie did anything, spontaneous "AU-GIE AU-GIE" chants rang out around my section of the upper deck.  Gave me goosebumps.

*Great win tonight, a hell of a lot of fun.  On to Saturday!

Stay grindy, my friends.

by soco on Oct 5, 2007 3:19 AM EDT reply actions  

Classic
Simpsons :D

I can imagine Hans Molman being a Cubs fan....

by Wimb on Oct 5, 2007 8:20 AM EDT up reply actions  

Brilliant
A perfect fit.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 5:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Oh jesus
Current poll question on SI:

"Which team is more likely to rally from an 0-2 deficit?"

a. Cubs
b. Phillies

Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 3:24 AM EDT reply actions  

Hehe...
allow me to give the same answer I gave at Purple Row.

C. None of the above

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 3:47 AM EDT up reply actions  

I couldn't miss the opportunity
to get both of our fanbases even more riled against these non-west foolz.
Friendly visiting Rockies fan.

by Silverblood on Oct 5, 2007 3:53 AM EDT up reply actions  

ESPN's Diamond Daily
Naturally mentions nothing about the Diamondbacks, but it did have this interesting tidbit:

"* The widow of Colorado Rockies minor league coach Mike Coolbaugh, who died after getting hit by a line drive this season, will be granted a full share of the team's playoff winnings after a team vote. Rockies manager Clint Hurdle said the gesture spoke volumes about the quality of the character in their locker room. Coolbaugh, who is 32 and pregnant, won't attend Saturday's Game 3 of the NLDS between the Phillies and Rockies at Coors Field. But her two sons, Joseph, 5, and Jacob, 3, will be in attendance and will throw out the first pitch. "When I heard about what the players did, I almost cried," Rockies general manager Dan O'Dowd said. "This was the players' idea. I think it's remarkable." Mike Coolbaugh was a first base coach for the Tulsa Drillers. The former major leaguer was killed July 22."

Good for them.

by Azreous on Oct 5, 2007 3:55 AM EDT reply actions  

Yeah, isn't that classy?
I've always liked the Rockies.... and they haven't done anything to dispel that, yet.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 3:58 AM EDT up reply actions  

I noticed that
You'd think that with only four stinking series, you could find something to say about each of them, not so?  But at least we're starting to get some love elsewhere...

by peachy rex on Oct 5, 2007 4:04 AM EDT up reply actions  

Couldn't resist.
Why don't the Cubs have a website?

Because they can't string together 3 W's in a row.

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 3:59 AM EDT reply actions  

On another note....
Ryan Braun may win ROTY honors this year, (he already has) but might I draw your attention to the numbers:

      Postseason HRs   Postseason SBs
Braun             0                0
Young             1                1

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 5:02 AM EDT reply actions  

Good win here..
The last inning was more exciting then it should be, but what's a Valverde save without some excitement, eh?

Going into saturday's game however, I can't help but feel less confident... Hernandez 2.0 is pitching after all, though he is either feast or famine. More famine than feast recently though.

Well lets just savour this victory over the off day and look forwards to the next game then.

by singaporedbacksfan on Oct 5, 2007 5:23 AM EDT reply actions  

I don't think Death got a save...
Additionally, I like nice round numbers, and this is now post #900.

Wow, 2 nights in a row, we've had over 900 posts in a gameday thread.

Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 5:37 AM EDT up reply actions  

Livan
I kind of feel the same as you about Livan, but I am trying to think positive and hope (and pray!) that his reputation as a big game pitcher rears its big beautiful head and that he steps up and comes up big for the team on Saturday.  The Cubs are the ones with their backs to the wall and should be feeling the pressure.

by TwinnerA on Oct 5, 2007 11:51 AM EDT up reply actions  

Such a good feeling
You wake up, not only is it Friday, but you get to spend your day at the office reading through page after page of reports on another D-Backs win, whilst sitting at your desk in a D-Backs jersey (not that anybody has a clue who the DBacks are ;) )

Quick thought.

If we get beat up tomorrow (which im hopefull we wont) are you tempted to go with Webby in game 4?

by Wimb on Oct 5, 2007 8:23 AM EDT reply actions  

No way
  1. Zambozo has only ever pitched on 3 days rest once before, and got lit up by the Reds.  
  2. Owings has pitched considerably better (as in lights out better) when he's had over 5 days to rest between starts.
  3. At worse we'd be going into game 4 up 2-1.  Save Webby for Game 5 if necessary, as there's no guarantee of what kind of pitcher you'll get after 3 days rest.
Stay grindy, my friends.

by soco on Oct 5, 2007 10:13 AM EDT up reply actions  

indeed
I've got a great deal of trust in Owings (should've been our #2 starter).  And, if we reach a game 5 the Cubs are going to be really screwed.  It'll either be Lilly on 3 days rest or Marquis.  Might as well just set up a T on home plate for our guys.

by johngordonma on Oct 5, 2007 10:39 AM EDT up reply actions  

No way
I've got confidence in Micah- oh, man, I'd love to see him hit a home run off Zambrano.  Plus, worst case scenario, then we've got Webb in Game Five.
I'm not superstitious- it's bad luck.

by kishi on Oct 5, 2007 11:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

what a great morning!
I really can't believe we won that game.  I'd imagine a slug-fest is going to ensue in game 3, and you can't like our odds at winning a slugfest.  I've got to say, I feel incredibly confident about the series, though.

by johngordonma on Oct 5, 2007 9:04 AM EDT reply actions  

AL poll
We're all such spineless jellyfish.  25 votes so far and every single one has been cast for Cleveland or Boston.  I hereby rescind my vote for Boston and stick with who I said from the start: the Yankees (even though that just made me puke a little bit in my mouth).

by johngordonma on Oct 5, 2007 11:00 AM EDT reply actions  

I'm not a spineless jellyfish
it's just hard to imagine the yankees winning after getting so roundly thumped yesterday.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 11:22 AM EDT up reply actions  

I voted the Tribe
as I think they have the ability to get there (pitching is the key in the playoffs) and mainly because if the D'backs had to face an AL team I think I like our chances more with Cleveland.  
Stay grindy, my friends.

by soco on Oct 5, 2007 11:32 AM EDT up reply actions  

Cleveland AZ world series
you know the guys who sell ads for Fox are just praying for that to happen.

by andrewinnewyork on Oct 5, 2007 11:39 AM EDT up reply actions  

That's what I was saying!
If the WS is AZ-Cleveland, the ad execs' heads are going to explode.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 1:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Enjoy that puke & expect to lose my friend...
Actually, now that no one will read this since many more threads are occupying everyone's curiousity at the moment.  Even though Cleveland looks mighty good right now and you can never rule out the Yankees, I still think the Red Sox will be victorious. They are on a mission and have you seen their September rookie call-ups like Jacoby Ellsbury and Clay Buchholz.  Unbelievable.  They are stronger than they have ever been this year (with the exception of Wakefield.)  An AZ-BOS WS would be a great series.        

by batster on Oct 5, 2007 3:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hmmm.... the Indians are so much more compelling!
Boston-AZ WS would be interesting... as far as I can remember, we're 4-2 all time against the Red Sox; that includes the 1-2 series this year at Chase, and sweeping the Sox 3-0 in '02 at Fenway. I'm sure we've played them more times than that, but I don't recall it, and I'm too lazy to go look it up.
Come on, Sandy Baby, loosen up. You're too tight.

by DbacksSkins on Oct 5, 2007 4:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

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