Open Thread: Game 3 - A's vs. Red Sox (cont).
by Nico on Apr 1, 2008 8:13 PM PDT
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1-0 A's going to the 5th, on the strength of Joe Blanton's excellence and a Custian blast.
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dun dun dun dun dun
LETS GO OAKLAND
by ArlingtonA's on Apr 1, 2008 8:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Let's go for some New Thread Mojo
Shite - I was wrong on the Trivia question. Was actually Magadan
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 8:15 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Don't feel too bad. I was wrong too.
"If he raced his pregnant wife, he'd finish 3rd." -Lasorda on Mike Scioscia
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 1, 2008 8:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks!
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 8:16 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Of course he is employed by the Red Sox. Everything is about the Red Sox.
by drmmerchk on Apr 1, 2008 8:16 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Well there is generally a link between the
two sides in the trivia questions.....
by OldhamA on Apr 1, 2008 8:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know I know... but it's just annoying because its them.
by drmmerchk on Apr 1, 2008 8:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hi Everybody!!!
Let's go Oakland!!!
I don't know what to write in here yet.
by haroldMD on Apr 1, 2008 8:16 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Good evening, Dr.
"If he raced his pregnant wife, he'd finish 3rd." -Lasorda on Mike Scioscia
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 1, 2008 8:17 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
CSN: the Cust Sports Network.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 8:16 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
CSN:
Red Sox Only Sports Channel and Other Sox Things Like Highlights and Frosted Gloves... and Such
I guess acronyms are an acquired taste
by speedchaser9 on Apr 1, 2008 8:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh no...
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 8:17 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Joe has Vagisil in his eye.
"If he raced his pregnant wife, he'd finish 3rd." -Lasorda on Mike Scioscia
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 1, 2008 8:17 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Joe scared me.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 8:17 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
T-BUCK!!
Sounds like a great catch!
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 8:18 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
awful read, awkward catch stumbling back into the wall
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 8:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Huh. Well, Korach made it sound beautiful
but then I guess that's not surprising..
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 8:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
not pretty at all
not pretty
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 8:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nearly a repeat of the error in Japan (even if it wasn't
scored an error).
by OldhamA on Apr 1, 2008 8:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
TBuck
Makes up for those whiffs
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 8:18 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Hey, Ice Cream! Ice Cream heeeere....
NICE CATCH, BUCK!
Dibs
by Ice Cream on Apr 1, 2008 8:18 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Is Dibs a flavor? You're killin' me.
"If he raced his pregnant wife, he'd finish 3rd." -Lasorda on Mike Scioscia
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 1, 2008 8:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's a product. An ICE CREAM! product.
Dibs
by Ice Cream on Apr 1, 2008 8:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
nesn trivia q
which team fielded the most rookies in 2007?
answer in a few
by oakinboston on Apr 1, 2008 8:18 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow...nice play by Buck!
"[Moneyball] is huge [in Japan], I guess, so I'm like a David Hasselhoff type or something..." -- Billy Beane
by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Apr 1, 2008 8:18 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Buck just looks bad with everything he does right now
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 8:18 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Please play a day game
because the Red Sox are duchebags.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 8:18 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Please make a double post
because AN3.0 hates Jennifer
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 8:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Please play a day game
because the Red Sox are duchebags.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 8:18 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
back, back... tracWALL!
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 8:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I haz redz tooz maniz of
doze pixchurz xspezily wid kewt andimals.
alaska A
by ak_A on Apr 1, 2008 8:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
we should definitely
trade CarGo(n) for Coco
by oakinboston on Apr 1, 2008 8:20 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I weep for T's shins
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 8:20 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
OK so Ellis has to do something awesome today since his is pretty much the last picture thingy I have.
by drmmerchk on Apr 1, 2008 8:21 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
wha happen?
Chiba Lotte lost simultaneously in the fighter plane of the Japanese ham.
by JediLeroy on Apr 1, 2008 8:22 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
We just got the big green shaft.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 8:23 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
shiite
Chiba Lotte lost simultaneously in the fighter plane of the Japanese ham.
by JediLeroy on Apr 1, 2008 8:23 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
clockwerks!
Why do I have a big empty space between comments when I reply?
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 8:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The whole fucking world's against us.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 8:22 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
single to right
youk scored on a close play at plaet
by oakinboston on Apr 1, 2008 8:22 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
ump got the call right
Zuke missed the swipe tag.
Buck looks like crap.
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 8:22 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
good call
Suzuki whiffed.
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 8:22 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
MLB decree
He must be safe
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 8:22 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Details, please?
Chiba Lotte lost simultaneously in the fighter plane of the Japanese ham.
by JediLeroy on Apr 1, 2008 8:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Single to Buck in RF, Travis gets in a strong, accurate
throw to home. Youkilis heads home from second and slides feet first into the plate. Suzuki tries to block it with his left leg and misses the swipe tag on the lead foot (which would have been out). He gets a solid tag in after Youk is safe.....who then goes back to touch the plate for some reason.
Though you've probably already seen this on the new fangled gameday video links. ;)
by OldhamA on Apr 1, 2008 8:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
No, Ray, you're wrong.
Formerly known as hward86.
by BWH on Apr 1, 2008 8:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
He's safe.
Suzuki didn't tag him, and Youkilis did go over the plate after the initial block.
"[Moneyball] is huge [in Japan], I guess, so I'm like a David Hasselhoff type or something..." -- Billy Beane
by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Apr 1, 2008 8:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
even though i have pedroia on my fantasy STRIKE OUT ONE TIME
by ArlingtonA's on Apr 1, 2008 8:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Looked out to me.
When will then be now? Soon.
by Syphon on Apr 1, 2008 8:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
MI's dont touch the bag
on double plays. Plate was blocked, out should have been applied
by speedchaser9 on Apr 1, 2008 8:24 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
It looked like Zooks stepped on Youk's...
left hand when he went back to re-tag home plate. He had it wrapped in a towel in the dugout.
Dibs
by Ice Cream on Apr 1, 2008 8:24 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Job hazard.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 8:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
agh
and now we dont get the strike call.
by oakinboston on Apr 1, 2008 8:24 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Come on Joe.
Time for a big popup to Hannahan.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 8:24 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
C;mon, don't let Pedreckstein beat us
Chiba Lotte lost simultaneously in the fighter plane of the Japanese ham.
by JediLeroy on Apr 1, 2008 8:24 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Let's go Joe
Might as well Jump! - Van Halen
by sprtsnwyn on Apr 1, 2008 8:25 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
in this crucial moment with the bases loaded and papi at the plate
the answer to the trivia question!
which team fielded the most rookies in 2007?
new york yankees. didnt see that one coming did you?
by oakinboston on Apr 1, 2008 8:25 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
whoa... really?
no, didn't see that coming at all...
The glare was not practiced. I would get into the game situations, and when that happens, there comes a level of concentration that most can only imagine but can never achieve. You become what you are doing, and that is what you see on my face. -Dave Stewart
by Hegenberger Road on Apr 1, 2008 8:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
time for Joe to shut em up!
The glare was not practiced. I would get into the game situations, and when that happens, there comes a level of concentration that most can only imagine but can never achieve. You become what you are doing, and that is what you see on my face. -Dave Stewart
by Hegenberger Road on Apr 1, 2008 8:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thank goodness Ortiz isn't hitting well.
by OldhamA on Apr 1, 2008 8:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah, I'll take this while it lasts
The glare was not practiced. I would get into the game situations, and when that happens, there comes a level of concentration that most can only imagine but can never achieve. You become what you are doing, and that is what you see on my face. -Dave Stewart
by Hegenberger Road on Apr 1, 2008 8:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Would love to see Ramirez lead off next inning
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 8:25 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
WHEW!!!
Big time, Joe, big time.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 8:26 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
siddown, Papi
Chiba Lotte lost simultaneously in the fighter plane of the Japanese ham.
by JediLeroy on Apr 1, 2008 8:26 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Too many Wank Sox fans in this stadium
FTFY
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 8:26 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
< wipes brow with 06 rally towel >
(seriously)
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 8:27 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Papi-gone!
"If he raced his pregnant wife, he'd finish 3rd." -Lasorda on Mike Scioscia
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 1, 2008 8:27 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
grrrrr
We need to win this game. fuck the Sox.
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 8:27 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
LET'S GO OAKLAND
"...Butler going back...he can't make the catch! One run scores, Weiss scores, it's a double for Moore!" - Lon Simmons
by Mike Moore Batting Cleanup on Apr 1, 2008 8:28 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I'll take it
It was a good call by the ump and I'm pleasantly surprised it isn't 5-1.
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 Apr 1, 2008 8:28 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Agree
Looks like Suzuki missed the tag
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 8:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
at least he hung in there
Ramon would have been 10' up the 1B line on that play.
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 8:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
we MusT eT ther bAbeeZ
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 8:29 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
silly west coast bias
it's getting too late out here, im turning in
go A's!
by oakinboston on Apr 1, 2008 8:29 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
no time for a snack
we need emil!
The glare was not practiced. I would get into the game situations, and when that happens, there comes a level of concentration that most can only imagine but can never achieve. You become what you are doing, and that is what you see on my face. -Dave Stewart
by Hegenberger Road on Apr 1, 2008 8:30 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
... to make contact
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 8:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
+1
The glare was not practiced. I would get into the game situations, and when that happens, there comes a level of concentration that most can only imagine but can never achieve. You become what you are doing, and that is what you see on my face. -Dave Stewart
by Hegenberger Road on Apr 1, 2008 8:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Glen and Ray
Interviewing Dick Williams
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 8:33 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
according to Vince, Sayles sez ...
... Chavvy" still rehabbing, still no "baseball activities," no timetable for him to resume baseball activities.
Vince's inflection made it sound ominous.
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 8:34 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
like his fly ball calls his first year?
alaska A
by ak_A on Apr 1, 2008 8:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He's dead until further notice.
Don't expect anything from him this year, much like Kotsay last.
by OldhamA on Apr 1, 2008 8:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
that's been my working assumption since July of last year
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 8:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Keep in mind that Vince's inflection
on a three hopper to SS makes it sound like a fly ball to right.
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 Apr 1, 2008 8:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
cbs
has 4 balls for hanahan but not showing a walk
by ArlingtonA's on Apr 1, 2008 8:35 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
CSN
just showed the third strike
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 8:35 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Matsusaka is dealing
If we can escape with a win tonight, I'll be ecstatic
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 8:37 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Pitch count for Joe?
Formerly known as hward86.
by BWH on Apr 1, 2008 8:37 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
90 as of the second out pitch
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 8:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Much appreciated.
Formerly known as hward86.
by BWH on Apr 1, 2008 8:40 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Pretty dang high
I think he's around 80-90
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 8:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Manny's starting to zone in on Joe
I don't want Blanton facing the heart of the lineup next time 'round.
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 8:38 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
He won't be there long enough to do that
He's getting high on the pitch count
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 8:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Why do Red Sox fans cheer their own outs?
by OldhamA on Apr 1, 2008 8:38 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
They think all fly balls are home runs.
http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/
by thejd44 on Apr 1, 2008 8:40 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
It's an annoying trait.
Speaking of which, wouldn't you be embarrassed to be a Boston fan in California? Talk about glory supporting.
by OldhamA on Apr 1, 2008 8:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Not good, Emil....
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 8:40 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
EEWWGHHH Youkilis is so gross. He needs to stop getting hits.
by drmmerchk on Apr 1, 2008 8:40 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Nice Podsednik play by Brown
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 8:41 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Yuck.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 8:41 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Joe's done
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 8:41 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Calling it an HR on the radio
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 8:42 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
It was a HR from the video
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 8:42 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
That's a homer.
Above the line.
"[Moneyball] is huge [in Japan], I guess, so I'm like a David Hasselhoff type or something..." -- Billy Beane
by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Apr 1, 2008 8:42 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
It looks like...
it hit but didn't go over the line, doesn't it????
by throttle mathius on Apr 1, 2008 8:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It went over, just above it
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 8:45 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nah, it bounced on top of the scoreboard...
...and back into the field, so it should've been called a homer.
But it wasn't, so...yay!
"[Moneyball] is huge [in Japan], I guess, so I'm like a David Hasselhoff type or something..." -- Billy Beane
by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Apr 1, 2008 8:46 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
These umpires are less than confidence-inspiring
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 8:43 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
A little A's luck, in an unlucky situation.
We'll take the missed calls that go our way.
by Gromit1025 on Apr 1, 2008 8:43 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
So this makes up for the horrible call at home
http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/
by thejd44 on Apr 1, 2008 8:43 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Take a second look it was the right call
Both times
by throttle mathius on Apr 1, 2008 8:45 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I would relish beating the Sox on a bad call....
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 8:43 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Lucky break.
Come on, let's take advantage and stop the bleeding.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 8:43 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Well to honest with you it balances out that bad call at the plate
by Athletic on Apr 1, 2008 8:43 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
You missed the part where he was tagged out then
http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/
by thejd44 on Apr 1, 2008 8:45 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Everyone missed it, because it didn't happen
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 8:46 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Suzuki never touched him
Missed him with the swipe tag.
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 8:46 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He was tagged, but after his foot had touched
the plate. Suzuki missed the swipe tag on the foot, which would have been out.
by OldhamA on Apr 1, 2008 8:46 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
6 IP, 2 R against the Sox?
I'll take it.
Formerly known as hward86.
by BWH on Apr 1, 2008 8:44 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Ok
Good job Joe. Need some runs and bullpen now.
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 8:45 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
They get a call.. and
we get a call. All even in the end.
When will then be now? Soon.
by Syphon on Apr 1, 2008 8:45 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Make up call
As far as I'm concerned, Youkilis should've been called out at home earlier. So this is the make up call. Of course, the umps got 'em both wrong. And since Varitek didn't score, the game score is as it should be.
by guapobob on Apr 1, 2008 8:45 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Well thankfully the call went our way. Now we just need to get some runs.
by drmmerchk on Apr 1, 2008 8:45 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Let's not overlook the horrible 0-2 pitch
from Blanton.
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 Apr 1, 2008 8:47 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Blanton never makes mistakes,
What you talkin bout, Willis?
by Gromit1025 on Apr 1, 2008 8:48 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Absolutely right...
Funny how a controversial call can cover up the main point: We're going to the bullpen in the 7th.
"[Moneyball] is huge [in Japan], I guess, so I'm like a David Hasselhoff type or something..." -- Billy Beane
by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Apr 1, 2008 8:49 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Anyone warming up?
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 8:48 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
...yeah, Poppy to Cust.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 8:49 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
As long as he stays off the outfield grass...
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 8:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Her quote:
"I hate Emil Brown. Can we put Cust in LF?"
Then my phone exploded.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 8:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
My laptop just exploded. Thanks a lot.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 8:54 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He's worth at least $100
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 8:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Whose side are you on, anyway??
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 8:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Jairo, according to Glen
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 8:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
None of the A's hitters
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 8:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
We need to get Matsusaka out
He's really pitching well...
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 8:50 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
He's only in the mid 80s for pitches, and
he has the ability to go 120+, so no luck with that one.
by OldhamA on Apr 1, 2008 8:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Need to string some singles or walks together
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 8:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
R. Sweeney does not look good
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 8:51 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow, they're swinging at everything...
Wasn't that the same pitch Sweeney struck out on before?
by RenoTy on Apr 1, 2008 8:51 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, Sweeney and Buck especially
have been terrible at the plate today.
by OldhamA on Apr 1, 2008 8:54 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Offense needs to wake up
T-Buck, lets go!
Might as well Jump! - Van Halen
by sprtsnwyn on Apr 1, 2008 8:51 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Execute the talent?
I don't think the MLBPA will go for that...
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 8:51 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Buck
needs to be dropped in the lineup...
by speedchaser9 on Apr 1, 2008 8:52 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
honestly, I think he needs to be dropped to AAA
His timing and body language are off in every single thing he does on the field. There's either something wrong with him physically, or he needs an extended spring training to get his timing down.
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 8:54 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
T. Buck does not look good
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 8:52 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I do not disagree
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 8:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
WoW
Offense looks like total shit.
When will then be now? Soon.
by Syphon on Apr 1, 2008 8:52 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Buck
Unfortunately, rhymes with suck
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 8:52 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Yes, please!
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 8:54 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The way he looks, it would probably sound like this:
"Ow, my eye!"
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 8:57 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Which one of you
would be saying that???
by ozzman99 on Apr 1, 2008 8:58 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Both.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 8:58 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well
As long as you don't put him on the DL...
by ozzman99 on Apr 1, 2008 8:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I make no guarantees.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 9:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Fair enough
As long as you both agree to wear protection. You know, like safety goggles.
by ozzman99 on Apr 1, 2008 9:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
And ear plugs.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 9:03 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Buck sure does need to drop down
to 9th and Sweeney needs the bench
by TimTimTimbo on Apr 1, 2008 8:54 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I can see the headlines on ESPN.com now:
"Dice-K Fans 14, Cures Cancer"
C'mon, guys, don't let Varitek of all people get the last word.
by Joey C. on Apr 1, 2008 8:53 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
and saves drowning puppy
The glare was not practiced. I would get into the game situations, and when that happens, there comes a level of concentration that most can only imagine but can never achieve. You become what you are doing, and that is what you see on my face. -Dave Stewart
by Hegenberger Road on Apr 1, 2008 8:55 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
In Tupperware. For later.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 8:57 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
At least
the commercials are entertaining
by speedchaser9 on Apr 1, 2008 8:53 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Sweeney is a damn joke
CarGon needs those abs
by buckfan6 on Apr 1, 2008 8:54 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I'd rather Denorfia got them with Sweeney in AAA.
Pretty much everyone bar Brown needs constant at bats in the outfield, so it's a tough one.
by OldhamA on Apr 1, 2008 8:55 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What's the most strikeouts in a game for Dice-K?
by kapers on Apr 1, 2008 8:54 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
IDK
Must be a HAI amount.
a-thankyou
by speedchaser9 on Apr 1, 2008 8:55 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Looks like 10 in the Majors
Couldn't say about prior records.
by Gromit1025 on Apr 1, 2008 8:57 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I have to agree
Mine came across much more nerdy.
by Gromit1025 on Apr 1, 2008 9:01 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Note to the A's:
Please win.
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 8:54 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Everybody is behind on the fastball
Either Matsusaka's getting massive late movement and zip or we just didn't practice hitting since Japan
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 8:54 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
iirc, Dice-K has faced one over minimum so far...
2 hits, 0 BBs... and Suzuki was CS
by calgbear on Apr 1, 2008 8:55 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Casilla in
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 8:55 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
(reckoning reckoning)
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 8:57 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
BBBZZZZT!
Try again. You missed the sequence.
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 8:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
E. Brown does not inspire confidence in tracking balls in LF
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 8:56 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Or running the bases
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 8:57 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
When is Bob goign to realize not play ryan sweeney
by buckfan6 on Apr 1, 2008 8:57 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Exactly
Ryan Sweeney should be in AAA and Carlos with the big club. They will realize this when he goes 0 for his next 40
by TimTimTimbo on Apr 1, 2008 8:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
casilla giving ol p-ho some chin music
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:00 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Or, as JediLeroy called him
Pedreckstein
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 9:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
ryan sweeney has longest swing ever, he needs more abs then CarGon
by buckfan6 on Apr 1, 2008 9:00 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I think
its his delts that need work
by speedchaser9 on Apr 1, 2008 9:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
i agree let's try to not make too many judgments this early. it's going to be an adjustment period
by MaineAthletic on Apr 1, 2008 9:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
time to see if dinner's ready yet
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 9:00 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
still only 135 degrees
15-20 more minutes on the roast.
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 9:04 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
pork tenderloin crusted with fresh garlic and rosemary
Smells goooooooooooood.
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 9:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The pitching will be there this season
But are offense will be dead last in everything
by buckfan6 on Apr 1, 2008 9:00 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I dont know about dead last
the A's might have have the least walks or runs. Dont believe me go look at the Giants
by Athletic on Apr 1, 2008 9:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
IT'S EARLY APRIL!!!
Buck will get a hit, bats will get faster, CarGon will be called up.
Well, not sure about the first one.
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 Apr 1, 2008 9:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
time for some hits..
Midwest AN Crew representing!!!
by ICTshockers on Apr 1, 2008 9:01 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
i get the privelege of listening to the sox announcers slanted pov on everything
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:01 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
same, but it's still good to be able to watch the game on NESN as opposed to just listening on MLB.com
by MaineAthletic on Apr 1, 2008 9:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm surprised MLB.tv doesn't have the Boston feed.
It's a nightmare during the season having to sit through announcers who don't have a clue about the A's.
by OldhamA on Apr 1, 2008 9:03 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
all we need is dice to give up a walk and he'll fall to pieces
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:02 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Time for a MA-EL-STROM!!!
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 9:03 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I give that a 9.3
Because it was innovative and it had a beat I could dance to.
by Joey C. on Apr 1, 2008 9:04 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What if it turns out
that I just stole it from the Red Hot Chili Peppers?
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 9:05 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Here we go Mark Ellis.... Lets get something started...
by jwnewman on Apr 1, 2008 9:03 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Ok
3 innings, let's do this. As the lf sign says....
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 9:03 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
So much for that.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 9:04 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I wish i could watch. gameday is all i get. i might have to cave and get mlb tv being out of any baseball market all together i'll at least get my monies worth
by TheGreenGoldCrush on Apr 1, 2008 9:04 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
mlb.tv
You might want to check around the support forums and make sure all their problems are taken care of being putting down any money. Many people, including myself, have been unable to watch anything so far.
by rageon on Apr 1, 2008 9:12 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
are you using firefox?
I updated to firefox 3 today and can no longer use mlb.tv (used to be able to on firefox), but it's currently working on IE.
by GenK on Apr 1, 2008 9:14 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
tried both
Neither IE or FF work on either of the two computers I tried tonight.
by rageon on Apr 1, 2008 10:04 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Anyone here want to second my nomination
Of this game as the worst game officiated game of the Season. I don't need to see any more games this season to know this
by Athletic on Apr 1, 2008 9:04 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Seriously, how are there so many Red Sox
fans there? No way they've all flown out from Boston.
by OldhamA on Apr 1, 2008 9:04 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Clearly you are not a student of cancer
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 9:05 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Transplanted Massholes
Lowest form of human life found in the US
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 9:05 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nope
they have a tube system a la Futurama
by speedchaser9 on Apr 1, 2008 9:05 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
frontrunners...im stuck in New England and ive never seen a fan base that knew so little about their team or baseball in general
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bart
cant wait until Bart's power comes around
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:05 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I can't wait till he gets a hit this year
Chiba Lotte lost simultaneously in the fighter plane of the Japanese ham.
by JediLeroy on Apr 1, 2008 9:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
they're these wonderful people who realise that the bay is a dope place to live. but not quite wonderful enough to realise that the a's are dope as well
by MaineAthletic on Apr 1, 2008 9:05 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
On a more serious note
Kids, say no to dope
by speedchaser9 on Apr 1, 2008 9:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Good one! Seriously, kids -
Say yes.
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 Apr 1, 2008 9:08 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
But only
if it makes you accepted or cool
by speedchaser9 on Apr 1, 2008 9:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
On a more serious note
Say no to dope
by speedchaser9 on Apr 1, 2008 9:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes...Matsuzaka out!
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 9:06 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
this game will be his best performance of the year...its all downhill from here
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Barton knocks out Dice-K
with moderately sharp grounder to first!
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 Apr 1, 2008 9:07 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Why, was there one?
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 Apr 1, 2008 9:08 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Is that what they're calling walks these days?
Jeez, they have nicknames for everything!
by ozzman99 on Apr 1, 2008 9:12 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Come on Jack.
Hit one for Poppy.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 9:09 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Let's not get carried away.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 9:11 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
There's a walk
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 9:11 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Vince says:
That free pass was brought to you by (the) Clear!
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 9:11 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Jack Cust is a beast
lays off the breaking pitches
Chiba Lotte lost simultaneously in the fighter plane of the Japanese ham.
by JediLeroy on Apr 1, 2008 9:12 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Ugh
Swing on 2-0 with a pitcher who's having trouble throwing strikes.
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 9:14 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Good pitch to hit
Tried to pull even though it was away... he has Dan Johnson disease
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 9:15 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
At least its better than
Bobby Crosbitis
by speedchaser9 on Apr 1, 2008 9:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Is that equivalent
to pure suckage?
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 9:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
If I ever learned to play an instrument
or sing, and started a band, I'd call it Pure Suckage.
by ozzman99 on Apr 1, 2008 9:17 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
At least its better than
Bobby Crosbitis
by speedchaser9 on Apr 1, 2008 9:17 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Since when has that stopped anybody?
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
people watching on NESN: "sox appeal" is the worst show in history
by MaineAthletic on Apr 1, 2008 9:15 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
These ads just make me sad about leaving Oakland
and I'm already sad about being down in this game.
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 9:15 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
The Romelli Bail Bonds ones?
Formerly known as hward86.
by BWH on Apr 1, 2008 9:16 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
98 mph??????
Wow, Casilla, calm down, haha
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 9:17 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Barton catches one!
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 9:17 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
POSER
why didnt manny pose? The ball was in the air
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:17 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm going to have to bail soon. I have an informal
interview tomorrow at 9:30 AM.
by kapers on Apr 1, 2008 9:18 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
If I wasn't taking my son to school first, yes. I get to do it from home and they are calling from FL
by kapers on Apr 1, 2008 9:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks. If they're interested, I guess they'll fly me out there. I'm just testing the waters.
Not sure I want to leave Texas until Jennifer and Ohtobe come down for our Arlington AN Day.
by kapers on Apr 1, 2008 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What?
How can you not want to leave Texas? That's like an inmate refusing parole.
by ozzman99 on Apr 1, 2008 9:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I've been ready to leave since the day I arrived. But I know Jennifer is not going to
come to Florida!
by kapers on Apr 1, 2008 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Jennifer might not come to Texas.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 9:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
yea i have class in a few hours, but we're goin strong
by MaineAthletic on Apr 1, 2008 9:19 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah for east coasters braving the AM
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 9:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's right!
(Of course, I'm on vacation this week...)
"[Moneyball] is huge [in Japan], I guess, so I'm like a David Hasselhoff type or something..." -- Billy Beane
by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Apr 1, 2008 9:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
we've gotta take advantage when they're on tv out here. not too many espn games for this squad
by MaineAthletic on Apr 1, 2008 9:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Two nice inning from
Garcia Casilla
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 9:19 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Casilla looks like he's matured -
Better use of the fastball, more strikes. Last year, he threw a devastating slider out of the zone, but relied on hitters to chase it.
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 Apr 1, 2008 9:21 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
He has the stuff to close
Maybe it would help us get value for Street?
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
this red sox nation stuff is such bull...
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:22 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
for real, none of those fans "made the trek from boston"
by MaineAthletic on Apr 1, 2008 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
probably watched fever pitch and went out and bought their Boston hats today
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Never thought I'd see it.
A sentence on AN that Hank Steinbrenner would agree with.
"[Moneyball] is huge [in Japan], I guess, so I'm like a David Hasselhoff type or something..." -- Billy Beane
by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Apr 1, 2008 9:23 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
"Okajima" = Japanese for "Rincon"
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 9:22 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
That looks like Crosby's old batting stance...
by Zonis on Apr 1, 2008 9:22 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
bad pitch to swing at ...
... took too big a swing, tried to pull it even though it was away.
Lucky placement.
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 9:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
BoCro tries to pull an outside pitch...
is successful.
Formerly known as hward86.
by BWH on Apr 1, 2008 9:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
You can do that if you are right-handed
Against lefties, I did it all the time in my playing days
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 9:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
exactly
Now he'll feel rewarded for a positive outcome on a poor execution.
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hey, we got a hit
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 9:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
yea, apparently he opened up to see the ball better
by MaineAthletic on Apr 1, 2008 9:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I hate the red sox.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 9:24 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
you mean "the rent sox"
most of the stars proved themselves with other teams (e.g. Manny, Pappy) and $$$ brought them to beantown.
"I never predict anything, and I never will." Paul Gascoigne, English footballer
by One won lost won on Apr 1, 2008 9:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I also don't like teams that fly on jet planes or use indoor plumbing
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bad bunt, worse decision
Bunting in front of your 8-9 hitters with one of your better hitters up? Worst Geren decision of the year to date, IMO.
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 Apr 1, 2008 9:25 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
We've been caught stealing and bunted.
What's that all about?!
by OldhamA on Apr 1, 2008 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bunting is fine when the situation makes sense
This was stupid, IMO.
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 Apr 1, 2008 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I usually go for bunting
but this made little sense. You have to have a decent hitter following.
"I never predict anything, and I never will." Paul Gascoigne, English footballer
by One won lost won on Apr 1, 2008 9:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
So are the rest of us
Especially because the bunt was so obviously telegraphed.
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
yup, yup, and yup
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 9:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's a different situation if you are expecting to PH Sweeney though
In fairness, he probably had the thing mapped out before hand.
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well plus I imagine he was thinking about
the leftie, rightie matchup.
by OldhamA on Apr 1, 2008 9:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah
Any other manager would have made the same decision. I don't fault Geren there, bad execution.
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 9:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Not true that every manager would have
made the same decision. Hannahan, with right side open, is a great hit-and-run option. As a good doubles hitter, perfectly good swingaway option. Bunting was just one of many options I could see a lot of different managers choosing. I would have just let him hit away, figure you had three outs to work with and Hannahan, Suzuki, Mike Sweeney to bat.
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 Apr 1, 2008 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I liked the A's that didn't run into outs and didn't sac bunt
infinitely more than these "new" A's.
http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/
by thejd44 on Apr 1, 2008 9:26 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
c'mon better sweeney!!
The glare was not practiced. I would get into the game situations, and when that happens, there comes a level of concentration that most can only imagine but can never achieve. You become what you are doing, and that is what you see on my face. -Dave Stewart
by Hegenberger Road on Apr 1, 2008 9:26 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I thought Schilling was the redneck on that team
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 9:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
oh yea, he is, I meant his two years of dominance which are sure to be followed by a fade into obscurity...you can only throw fastballs down the middle so long
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Not exactly fireworks
"It's a PIVOTAL series! There's only ONE OcTOber! And there's LOTS of unsold AD TIME that we have to FILL with my inNANE bullSHIT!" -Nick 10/06/07
by afansnotes on Apr 1, 2008 9:30 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I just noted your sig.
Then doctork's. Nick was on a roll in October.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He was smokin'
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes he was
The only question is what, exactly, he was smokin'?
by ozzman99 on Apr 1, 2008 9:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
C'mon. None of that.
Top of the order in the 9th.
Chiba Lotte lost simultaneously in the fighter plane of the Japanese ham.
by JediLeroy on Apr 1, 2008 9:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
buck is due to do something other than strikeout
by TheGreenGoldCrush on Apr 1, 2008 9:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Pap will blow it just like he did in Japan and like he did last year with the T-Bone homer
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
good pitching tonight, from both sides unfortunately
by MaineAthletic on Apr 1, 2008 9:33 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Fuck you, CSN
and fuck you, Glen.
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 9:33 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Cut it out with the Bloody Sux highlights already
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 9:33 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Ugh! WHY are we seeing the Sox win the WS?
I think we're in need of an open letter to CSN.
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 9:33 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
See above for open letter.
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 9:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I could even be convinced to close it
in the form of a cloaked dagger.
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 9:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
CSN wants to be more like BSPN
Green Hulk Fists
by oaklandSMASH on Apr 1, 2008 9:34 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Friggin Varitek...wears that C to make himself feel special
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:35 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
if jeter doesn't wear a C, nobody should. this isn't hockey people
by MaineAthletic on Apr 1, 2008 9:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
After all these years...
you'd think he would know by now what position he plays.
"I have a strange urge to make copies." JediLeroy
by Jennifer on Apr 1, 2008 9:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Are the A's in the National League this year?
We pinch hit for the 9-hole hitter every game...sure looks like the NL to me.
by BleacherGuy on Apr 1, 2008 9:36 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
No complaints there
That's what you do when you have two DHs and some light-hitting OFs.
The A's colors are green and gold.
by mikeA on Apr 1, 2008 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Crisp and Pierre
the two most overrated outfielders in baseball
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:37 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
anybody see the brewers batting kendall behind the pitcher yesterday?
by MaineAthletic on Apr 1, 2008 9:37 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
no, but that's hilarious!
The glare was not practiced. I would get into the game situations, and when that happens, there comes a level of concentration that most can only imagine but can never achieve. You become what you are doing, and that is what you see on my face. -Dave Stewart
by Hegenberger Road on Apr 1, 2008 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, he gritted his way to an 0-2
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
They were the best 2 at-bats anyone has ever seen
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 9:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
larussa says the cardinals are going to bat the pitcher 8th everyday this year
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
When did Chavez come back? Nice play hanahan
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:38 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
in addition, hudson pitched a gem on opening night, minus the first inning
by MaineAthletic on Apr 1, 2008 9:39 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
nice job by Foulke
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 9:40 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
i call
buck's first hit, followed by ellis walkoff
The glare was not practiced. I would get into the game situations, and when that happens, there comes a level of concentration that most can only imagine but can never achieve. You become what you are doing, and that is what you see on my face. -Dave Stewart
by Hegenberger Road on Apr 1, 2008 9:41 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
WALLY TIME!!!!
Wet's Go Oakwand!!!!!
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 Apr 1, 2008 9:41 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Buck goes yard to right field just like last year at fenway...hes gotta be due. Right?
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:42 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Right now I'd settle for a nice line drive to left-center
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 9:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
by the way,
foulke looks horrid in his gameday photo. not a creepy horrid, like denorfia's, but hung-over/stoned/ate-a-few-too-many-hamburgers horrid. kind of how i felt the first time i saw a picture of him in an A's uniform again.
by whiteshoes40 on Apr 1, 2008 9:43 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Cheering the flyout again. Awesome.
I'm liking Suzuki behind the plate for what its worth, seems to really be improving.
by OldhamA on Apr 1, 2008 9:43 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
WTF!
Terrible call
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 9:43 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Golden sombrero for Buck? Or did I count wrong...
by drmmerchk on Apr 1, 2008 9:45 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
0/4 4 Ks
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 9:45 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
We always called that a silver sombrero
Gold was 5 Ks, though we had a lot of guys who struck out a lot...
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 9:46 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wikipedia says "In baseball, the golden sombrero is a slang term used to describe a player's inglorious feat of striking out four times in a single game." though I'm sure different people probably call it different things.
by drmmerchk on Apr 1, 2008 9:47 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
def the "Golden Sombrero"
I saw Buck smiling a bit after strikeout three, like, "Oh, no, sombrero looming!"
"I never predict anything, and I never will." Paul Gascoigne, English footballer
by One won lost won on Apr 1, 2008 9:46 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
did Buck do that thing with his front ankle all year last year?
As reassuring as Bud's words were, the dulcet tone of his voice and his dashing appearance really sealed the deal for me. ~ GreenNGoldSooner @('.')@
by monkeyball on Apr 1, 2008 9:45 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
someone tell Pap to quit grabbing his balls before each pitch
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:45 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
He was grabbn' balls
in the replay of bucks homer last year. Look right after he turns to watch it.
"It's a PIVOTAL series! There's only ONE OcTOber! And there's LOTS of unsold AD TIME that we have to FILL with my inNANE bullSHIT!" -Nick 10/06/07
by afansnotes on Apr 1, 2008 9:47 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Weak swing on that
TBuck has bad timing right now
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 9:45 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
this is a big sacrifice,
but i'd be willing to let buck cut his hair if it would mean he would not longer strike out 4 times per game. maybe the hair is not the source of strength, but the source of strikeouts...
by whiteshoes40 on Apr 1, 2008 9:45 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Buck's Strikeouts
Did he strike out 4 times on 12 pitches tonight? Sure feels like it.
Might as well Jump! - Van Halen
by sprtsnwyn on Apr 1, 2008 9:45 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
0-14 with 7 K's to start the season :-(
by green star oakland on Apr 1, 2008 9:45 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Needs to be benched or batting 9th tomorrow
That is pathetic to start the season.
He sure is better than that
by TimTimTimbo on Apr 1, 2008 9:55 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
what is so deceptive about a fastball down the heart of the plate
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:46 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
We've been behind the fastball all game
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 9:47 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
:-(
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 9:46 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Not sure anyone mentioned this....
I hate the Red Sox.
by kapers on Apr 1, 2008 9:47 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
You hate the Red Sox.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 9:48 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That was not particularly enjoyable.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
by oblique on Apr 1, 2008 9:49 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
sure seemed like borderline calls went to some team
not call the Athletics.
Just saying.
by MobiusKlein on Apr 1, 2008 9:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well that sucks. Couldn't hit anything all game. Let's get 'em tomorrow.
by drmmerchk on Apr 1, 2008 9:49 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Well that sucked
"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07
by doctorK on Apr 1, 2008 9:49 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
@#$%
We got dominated that game.
Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?
by baseb3383 on Apr 1, 2008 9:49 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
great now i get to hear about this game all tomorrow and how the sox pitching is going to do this well all year....great
by oaktownjim on Apr 1, 2008 9:50 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
not the way to end opening night
by the way, does anyone now how those "trumpet puppets" turned out?
"This guy threw at his own son in a father-son game." -Harry Doyle from Major League
by greenandgoldpolarbear on Apr 1, 2008 9:50 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
It's going to be a tough season to be an A's starter
Cupcakes deserved better than the L (meaningless as that statistic is).
by green star oakland on Apr 1, 2008 9:54 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
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