Francisco Rodriguez No Longer an Angel, Signs with New York Mets

by Blez on Dec 9, 2008 12:35 PM PST Comment 118 comments

A's fans, I know we weep today because we will no longer have Francisco Rodriguez to face in an Angels uniform. After setting the single-season record for most saves, Goggle-Rod has officially signed with the New York Mets.

So no more sulk offs. No more Klown Power. It's over. Our glorious memories off Francisco Rodriguez are over.

At the same time, we no longer have to watch the fool act like an idiot every time he gets a save or point to the sky when someone launches a deep drive to the outfield as though it's just a mere pop-up.

I think the Angels will actually be fine. Someplace where they are not hurting is the bullpen with Shields there and Arredondo there. And I kind of wish K-Rod was still around because I really think that he's going to get hurt sooner rather than later. It would've been nice to have had the Angels tie up a bunch of money on an injury liability.

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As much as I feel bad for the Mets imploding at the end the last two years

I kind of hope K-Rod blows a big game for them. I don’t like that guy.

You have to include smiley faces - Poppy
;- ) :- ) :-O : -> : -] : -}

by micdog2001 on Dec 9, 2008 12:39 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I doubt I'll be spared his post-win douchebaggery

K-Rod playing in New York = having to see endless highlights. Ugh. Hopefully, the Mets’ unflinching loyalty to tanking will rub off on him.

Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.

by Joey C. on Dec 9, 2008 12:40 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Hopefully plenty of this happens next year.

On ~~NESN~~ ESPN, of course, since they’ll show all the highlights.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 12:40 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

anyone have the one where kendall steals home?

"It's like déjà vu all over again." -yogi berra

by Cheezombie on Dec 9, 2008 1:12 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I'm still smiling over his throw of the ball

past first and into the bullpen to give the A’s the win last season.

by OaklandSi on Dec 9, 2008 1:15 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

lol yeah i just watched that highlight the other day.

"It's like déjà vu all over again." -yogi berra

by Cheezombie on Dec 9, 2008 1:16 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

K-Rod sure has given A's fans some good memories

"If I've got baggage, he's got a whole set of Louis Vuitton." ~ Milton Bradley on Barry Bonds

by UncleLeo on Dec 9, 2008 4:30 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

yeah i've been thinking of starting a thread

where people contribute their favorite K-rod moments

"It's like déjà vu all over again." -yogi berra

by Cheezombie on Dec 9, 2008 4:43 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Please do.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 4:50 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Someone PLEASE post the Kendall steal PLEASE.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 1:30 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

hopefully the phillies

get kendall to be their backup catcher and have him pull a repeat of that steal

Cust is the new Jaha.

by johnjahafanclub on Dec 9, 2008 2:05 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

additionally, hopefully,

the phillies also sign bobby kielty to be their 4th outfielder and come in the 9th to hit walk offs off him

Cust is the new Jaha.

by johnjahafanclub on Dec 9, 2008 2:06 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Kendall will love KRod in National league

Morada Mudshark

by Morada Mudshark on Dec 9, 2008 2:53 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Thank god hes outta the AL West.

Now I dont have to see his face anymore.

"With 16-year-old Dominican righty Michel Inoa in tow, Gio Gonzalez improving at Triple-A and lefty Brett Anderson carving up Double-Abatters along with Simmons and Trevor Cahill, Oakland’s pitching depthis officially the envy of baseball." - BaseballAmerica.com

by Syphon on Dec 9, 2008 12:41 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Although I like it when he gives up big hits at an increasing rate.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 12:41 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Although, all things being said, this deal is a steal for the Mets.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 12:43 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Yeah...

but that also means the Sultan of Sulk got jobbed. Gotta like that.

99 MPH with as much control as a deflating balloon - CurveballKing on H-Rod

by Scottbass on Dec 9, 2008 2:29 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Oh yeah. I LOVE that.

Omar will make some other stupid move, like signing Raul Ibanez or Jon Garland.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 4:34 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Maybe so, but...

…the Mets are becoming like the Cubs… they’ll find a way to lose anyway.

"If I've got baggage, he's got a whole set of Louis Vuitton." ~ Milton Bradley on Barry Bonds

by UncleLeo on Dec 9, 2008 4:31 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I really think the Cubs are going to start sucking really, really soon.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 4:34 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Of course, we will have to see him in the World Series

In the event the Mets make it there when we do. But of course, in that case, he might actually be on the mound when we win the World Series, which would just be the ultimate in sweetness.

by Englishmajor on Dec 9, 2008 12:43 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I would so enjoy that!

by OaklandSi on Dec 9, 2008 1:03 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

DAMMIT

I was really hoping Reagins would be dumb enough to throw 6/90 at him.

I'll send you a postcard from Space Mountain. @('.')@

by monkeyball on Dec 9, 2008 12:43 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Exactly

by Blez on Dec 9, 2008 12:45 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I didn't think the Angels would re-sign him

by OaklandSi on Dec 9, 2008 1:04 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

GOOD RIDDANCE!

can’t stand that guy….

awesome closer, but still……

by greendatitiz on Dec 9, 2008 12:44 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I think I'm the only person sad about this...

I’m a Met fan, and now I have to root for K-Rod.

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO.

:dies a terrible death:

I KNEW they were gonna sign him, it’s been the priority all along, but it still sucks.

A's Strategy 2009: "Whoever is not hurt plays" - Syphon, 11/10/08

by schmifty on Dec 9, 2008 1:01 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

"It's like déjà vu all over again." -yogi berra

by Cheezombie on Dec 9, 2008 1:16 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I'm sorry schmifty.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 1:23 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Thank you

The rumors continue swirling that the Mets are still after Street as setup man… for him to have to set up for K-Rod? Would be really demoralizing.

A's Strategy 2009: "Whoever is not hurt plays" - Syphon, 11/10/08

by schmifty on Dec 9, 2008 1:32 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Not when Milledge or Dukes or Kearns punches K-Rod's nose in

and puts him on the DL for the rest of eternity

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 1:42 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Milledge would probably just write a rap about him instead.

A's Strategy 2009: "Whoever is not hurt plays" - Syphon, 11/10/08

by schmifty on Dec 9, 2008 2:07 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

One of those beefs.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 2:09 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Maybe you can just root for the Mets to win all their games by 4+ runs

"That's not a Sherman tank, it's Frank Thomas!" - Monkeyball

by JLeverenz on Dec 9, 2008 1:42 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

You've got it!

A's Strategy 2009: "Whoever is not hurt plays" - Syphon, 11/10/08

by schmifty on Dec 9, 2008 1:48 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Or just root for K-Fail to get punched in the mouth by a Nat.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 1:55 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Or a Gnat

(when they come out to SF)

"However, at Elias, I think they keep track of the amount of sunflower seeds spit in a dugout each night." - Brad Ziegler, 8/7/08

by doctorK on Dec 9, 2008 1:56 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

It’s funny… Mets fans call the Nationals the Gnats. You guys confused me for a long time with calling the Giants the Gnats. I couldn’t figure out why the hell you cared about the Nationals.

A's Strategy 2009: "Whoever is not hurt plays" - Syphon, 11/10/08

by schmifty on Dec 9, 2008 2:05 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Like him or not...

As a Mets fan, you have to love the move…..Getting a closer was a MUST for them. And yea, he gave up some big hits, but the dude is still a very high-level closer. Mets fans should be ecstatic.

Bring back Hammer.

by OaktownPower on Dec 9, 2008 2:43 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

My friend just reminded me that we'll be watching K-Rod do the freakazoid moves as he closes out the Braves and Phils

That actually comforts me, a lot.

A's Strategy 2009: "Whoever is not hurt plays" - Syphon, 11/10/08

by schmifty on Dec 9, 2008 4:42 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO ...

Now it looks as if the Rays may be thinking about signing GA.

I'll send you a postcard from Space Mountain. @('.')@

by monkeyball on Dec 9, 2008 1:05 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

No. Just no.

That just should NOT happen. Just no.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 1:23 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

who is GA

pardon my ignorance

You have to include smiley faces - Poppy
;- ) :- ) :-O : -> : -] : -}

by micdog2001 on Dec 9, 2008 1:32 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Garrett Anderson

At least, I think it is.

Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.

by Joey C. on Dec 9, 2008 1:33 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

that was the only guy I could think of

but I hadn’t heard his name at all since the winter meetings began. That would be a bad signing, i wish the Angels would re-sign him just so he could drag them down.

You have to include smiley faces - Poppy
;- ) :- ) :-O : -> : -] : -}

by micdog2001 on Dec 9, 2008 1:36 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I'm alright if Reggie Willits gets more innings

Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.

by Joey C. on Dec 9, 2008 1:39 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I am too...

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 1:40 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

exactly

I'll send you a postcard from Space Mountain. @('.')@

by monkeyball on Dec 9, 2008 1:39 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Yeah, you're right.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 1:39 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Leave it to the Mets

They seem to make expensive blunders. He will most likely get injured sooner then later. I like the idea of Giambi mentoring project with Barton. Turn him into a homerun hitter.

by A'sfansince1970 on Dec 9, 2008 1:10 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Honestly, yeah

I have a feeling this is going to be a bust for the Mets. It happens a lot.

A's Strategy 2009: "Whoever is not hurt plays" - Syphon, 11/10/08

by schmifty on Dec 9, 2008 1:19 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Luis Castillo!!!

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 1:23 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Ha, first one I thought of, for sure.

A's Strategy 2009: "Whoever is not hurt plays" - Syphon, 11/10/08

by schmifty on Dec 9, 2008 1:34 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

The Mets really like former Angels. Mo Vaughn also comes to mind.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 1:40 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Also, Satan

I'll send you a postcard from Space Mountain. @('.')@

by monkeyball on Dec 9, 2008 1:40 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Satan?

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 1:41 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

K-Rod is Satan?

You have to include smiley faces - Poppy
;- ) :- ) :-O : -> : -] : -}

by micdog2001 on Dec 9, 2008 1:43 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I thought Satan

used to play for the Islanders, not the Mets

death to myspace!

by malikot on Dec 9, 2008 2:41 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Great post

I am Ray Fosse's infatuations with Clay Wood and high-definition television.

by franks a lot on Dec 9, 2008 1:44 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Would have been better if you'd said "Lucifer"

"Dispatch knuckleheadedness with Bond-like aplomb." –74mk

by iglew on Dec 9, 2008 11:06 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

true

I'll send you a postcard from Space Mountain. @('.')@

by monkeyball on Dec 10, 2008 9:53 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs

People have been saying he will get hurt sooner or later

Since his rookie year……He’s just a freak of nature with those mechanics.

Bring back Hammer.

by OaktownPower on Dec 9, 2008 2:43 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I've seen Angels fans say that he has altered his mechanics, FWIW.

ZIPS: Milledge: 466 HR, 485 2B, 2282 hits, 278-379-524

by rfloh on Dec 9, 2008 3:21 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

If the Giants sign CC, will he eat Tim Lincecum?

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 1:50 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I can only hope.

Then Timmy can achieve a whole new category of grossness: Covered-in-stomach-bile gross.

A's Strategy 2009: "Whoever is not hurt plays" - Syphon, 11/10/08

by schmifty on Dec 9, 2008 1:52 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

"However, at Elias, I think they keep track of the amount of sunflower seeds spit in a dugout each night." - Brad Ziegler, 8/7/08

by doctorK on Dec 9, 2008 1:50 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I'm going to miss K-Rod in an Angels uniform.

Ugly, fail, and Angels go together way too well.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 1:55 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

you cant hate

please, if there is one player in the league that just shuts down other teams, it is k-rod
thanks god he doesnt do it to the a’s anyone

by jhroac02 on Dec 9, 2008 1:56 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

He looks too much like Duaner "Dirty" Sanchez

We already have a goggle-y relief pitcher, dammit!

I am gonna be confused all friggin year.

A's Strategy 2009: "Whoever is not hurt plays" - Syphon, 11/10/08

by schmifty on Dec 9, 2008 2:03 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Duaner is a non-tender candidate though.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 2:09 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Yeah, they're the same except for that part about how Duaner really sucks.

A's Strategy 2009: "Whoever is not hurt plays" - Syphon, 11/10/08

by schmifty on Dec 9, 2008 2:12 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

So, what's the Mets bullpen shaping up to look like next year?

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 2:17 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

It’s looking like Heilman goes at any cost (they’re being picky right now but they’ll settle for something eventually), Feliciano looks likely to stay, they seem to have a soft spot for Duaner, Smith will stay, metsblog won’t stop talking about trading for Street, and it looks like Schoeneweis miiight be allowed to stick around after all. There are a million names up in the air in trade rumors, though, and I’m sure those will start to come into focus as soon as the ink dries on K-Rod’s deal.

A's Strategy 2009: "Whoever is not hurt plays" - Syphon, 11/10/08

by schmifty on Dec 9, 2008 2:22 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

At least the crowds will like K-Rod

At least until he starts sucking.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 4:57 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I actually watch quite a few Mets games

as I live in NY. I was shocked the Mets got K-Rod, and Minaya’s ability to land premier free agents since he took over. The free agent signings are what have kept the Mets a contending team the last 3 years.

It’s a bit funny that everyone hates K-Rod on this board. He has superb numbers. Ironically, only the very good (or annoying) players are hated.

by halflink123 on Dec 9, 2008 5:57 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

It's more K-Rod's antics that make me hate him than anything else.

He is a good pitcher. Not as good as his "ZOMG SAVES RECORD and a bit overrated, but he is good.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 5:59 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

almost everyone

I don’t understand the K-Rod hate.

"Dispatch knuckleheadedness with Bond-like aplomb." –74mk

by iglew on Dec 9, 2008 11:09 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

< TEST >

Clemens
Lowe
Francisco
Rogers
< / TEST >

I'll send you a postcard from Space Mountain. @('.')@

by monkeyball on Dec 10, 2008 9:54 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Minaya is generally good with the big moves

It’s the smaller / little moves where he has tended to make mistakes.

ZIPS: Milledge: 466 HR, 485 2B, 2282 hits, 278-379-524

by rfloh on Dec 10, 2008 2:26 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs

He's a posturing classless putz

I’ve seen a lotta players get saves. Not all of them act like they just solved world hunger. Every. Single. Time.

However, I take solace in his rapidly declining peripherals. I just wish the Mets hadn’t put up the money, since at this point I just feel awful for David Wright.

Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.

by Joey C. on Dec 10, 2008 11:16 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Wright should come to Oakland. We'd appreciate him more.

by mikev on Dec 10, 2008 11:48 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs

This this this this.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 10, 2008 10:45 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I've made this point before - and it's not popular here

But Eck thinks A’s fans are the pot calling the kettle black on this one.

"There's never enough time to do all the nothing you want" -Bill Watterson

by nevermoor on Dec 10, 2008 9:11 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I'm pretty sure Ron Kittle was white.

I like Cindi. A. She never pretends to know more than she does. B. She has unbridled enthusiasm for her "Hotties," and isn't afraid to show it. -IM4Oakgal

by Nico on Dec 10, 2008 9:27 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

To give you some solace in the money

its much, much less than what many were initially saying that K-Rod would get (4-5 guaranteed years, 60-70+MM). Until the market did its work.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 10, 2008 10:46 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I don't think you can claim "we" on more than one team :-)

Bring back Hammer.

by OaktownPower on Dec 9, 2008 2:44 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Your going to watch the Mets?

by HRH on Dec 9, 2008 6:51 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

furcal's agent is a bonehead

5:32 p.m. — Furcal’s price to drop?

The failure of free-agent closer Francisco Rodriguez to get the contract he initially desired has encouraged teams that the prices for other prominent free agents might also drop.

Specifically, two teams interested in Rafael Furcal — the Dodgers and Blue Jays — are hoping that they can now make serious runs at the free-agent shortstop.

The Dodgers are willing to offer a multi-year deal, sources say, but only a dollar amount they find acceptable.

by Asfan4ever723 on Dec 9, 2008 2:44 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

link?

by OaklandSi on Dec 9, 2008 3:06 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Man...

He must really not want to come to Oakland. It’s becoming exceedingly obvious that he can’t scrape together a better deal—at least, length-wise—but he still won’t sign.

Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.

by Joey C. on Dec 9, 2008 3:26 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

according to the LA Times

Oakland is still interested in Furcal, because they want a “premier defensive shortstop” for their young pitchers…and all this time I thought they wanted him for his bat…

the article also says that the A’s aren’t that interested in Cabrera because he would cost a high draft pick.

by OaklandSi on Dec 9, 2008 3:21 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Eee. Cabrera = do not want.

by whiteshoes40 on Dec 9, 2008 3:56 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

I am so happy I don’t have to see his dumb face as often.

by drmmerchk on Dec 9, 2008 3:45 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

furcal still wants 4 years

6:47 p.m. — Agent: Four teams eye Furcal

Paul Kinzer, the agent for Rafael Furcal, said four teams remain in the running for the free-agent shortstop — the Dodgers, Blue Jays, Royals and A’s.

“Toronto and Kansas City told me the only guy they would go to ownership for is Furcal,” Kinzer said. “They’re serious.”

He is seeking a four-year guaranteed contract. The Dodgers have been unwilling to go to that level, and the A’s withdrew temporarilly last week after Furcal rejected their four-year proposal.

If the Royals signed Furcal, they would move Mike Aviles to second base.

by Asfan4ever723 on Dec 9, 2008 4:04 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

You need to link this stuff

Protects AN and Blez from copyright infringement.

Here.

The monster at the end of this blog.

by grover on Dec 9, 2008 4:15 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Pretty safe to say that the only way to prevent him from infringing copyright/plagiarizing/committing various other academic wrongdoings

is to ban him from the site…

Your 2008 Athletics: It's Nothing Personal.

by PaulThomas on Dec 9, 2008 5:02 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Wow.

I’d say you were being harsh but… when you’re right you’re right.

The monster at the end of this blog.

by grover on Dec 9, 2008 5:29 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

... /sleeping with his students/working for David Horowitz/accepting a teaching position at a community college ...

I'll send you a postcard from Space Mountain. @('.')@

by monkeyball on Dec 9, 2008 5:30 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

You realize that he ALWAYS does this, right?

He’s changed his username a few times, but he’s been doing exactly the same thing since I started playing around on the ESPN.com A’s boards 6 or 7 years ago. He’s doing it on the Scout.com forum and on AN now.

by mikev on Dec 10, 2008 9:49 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Actually, I didn't realize that

You’re asking me to pay attention.

Newb.

The monster at the end of this blog.

by grover on Dec 10, 2008 4:57 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Wrong Fielder?

Is there something I’m missing from this lastest big off the ESPN blog?

“• The Mariners need a power hitter. The Tigers need a closer. There is speculation that the two teams are discussing a package involving J.J. Putz and Prince Fielder.”

http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/blog/index?name=winter_meetings_2008

by Sliderule on Dec 9, 2008 4:15 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

never mind

they fixed it.

by Sliderule on Dec 9, 2008 4:20 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

so, the most important thing i've gathered from this post

is that all these WM posts are being compiled on another page.

which makes it doubly important that we have an amusing headline ready to go. this is our chance to shine, Athletics Nation.

don’t look at me, mind. i just got back from the dentist and all i can think is ‘ow! dribble… ow! dribble..’ repeat as appropriate.

right

BB should send scouts to watch cricket players.

by alea iacta est on Dec 9, 2008 4:17 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

"ow! dribble… ow! dribble" would be more apt for the Warriors blog

I'll send you a postcard from Space Mountain. @('.')@

by monkeyball on Dec 9, 2008 4:27 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

lol

Every day is just a little worse than the previous, that means every day is the worst day of my life.

by shooting4life on Dec 9, 2008 4:30 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

you stole my follow up joke!

except i was going to make it a soccer based one. which may have not translated so well.

anyway. i’m off to eat soup with a straw.

BB should send scouts to watch cricket players.

by alea iacta est on Dec 9, 2008 5:09 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

(not sure if this has been posted elsewhere):

Rrrrramon to the Reds. He can hang out with Aaron Harang…

Reds also trying to get Rhodes. Yeah, have fun with that.

by whiteshoes40 on Dec 9, 2008 5:03 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

Wow, I'm not a fan of that package at all

They couldn’t get Valaika, Frazier, Soto? Ugh.

Your 2008 Athletics: It's Nothing Personal.

by PaulThomas on Dec 9, 2008 7:02 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

My favorite K-Rod moment...

when Kendall got that steal when K-Rod wasn’t paying attention, ahh those were good times when we had a quality ball club.

by mattman on Dec 9, 2008 5:04 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

He was a great competitor and object of

much attention for us. But oh well, bye bye Krod but I might see him pitch at Coors Field this summer.

alaska A residing in colorado.

by ak_A on Dec 9, 2008 5:20 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

I hope CarGon smacks one off K-Rod.

A grand slam would be nice.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 5:24 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

oh yeah! almost forgot about that trade!

alaska A residing in colorado.

by ak_A on Dec 9, 2008 6:10 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

If Rodriguez pitches the same number of innings in '09 as '08...

…it’ll come out to about $180,000 per inning (outing).

Johan Santana made around $72,500 per inning last year.

(scratches head)

by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Dec 9, 2008 5:44 PM PST reply actions 0 recs

K-Rod's innings, on average, are higher leverage though.

which is why they’re worth more.

Dude. This.

by Blicks on Dec 9, 2008 5:51 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs

Good numbers to remember

when you yell at the bullpen guys (esp FRod), “If you’re making $180k for three outs, how about buying a round for the fans paying your salary??!!!”

..even if the money comes from TV etc.

Maybe FRod gives up a run to tie in the NL, and they decide to bat him next inning??
Can’t wait for that!!!
One pitch!
“Oooow! That’s gotta hurt…..So the Mets have the leadoff runner on…”

Officially awaiting the 2009 season.

by One won lost won on Dec 9, 2008 10:49 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs