Open Thread: Game 25 - A's @ Mariners
by Taj Adib on Apr 26, 2008 5:00 PM PDT
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PrintOakland Athletics at Seattle Mariners, Apr 26, 2008 6:10 PM PDT
So I was all ready to spend a nice Saturday afternoon listening to the A's on the radio whilst sipping on a pina colada outside on a lounge chair basking in the 90+ degree Southern California sunlight. Instead, I fired up the ol' computer this morning and came to the realization that, inexplicably, today's game is actually tonight's game...beginning at the thoroughly inconvenient and non-sunbathing-conducive time of 6:05pm. Why not just make it 7:05pm, Seattle, so I can dinner BEFORE listening to the game? I'm flabbergasted...guess I'll just turn to the Kobe Bryant-Denver Nuggets trash-talk soap opera to keep me going this afternoon...
Taking the hill for this evening's twilight especial are two physical specimens that have had more hip problems in the past 10 months than both your crazy aunt and senile second cousin combined. While Duchscherer addressed his hip issues late last season after undergoing hip-correction surgery, he nevertheless returns from the DL tonight a lingering health question mark after missing his last two turns in the rotation with biceps issues. Erik Bedard of the M's, in contrast, seems to be just beginning his hip odyssey as he returns from his own DL-stint which began at the beginning of this month.
Duchscherer will be on a strict pitch limit (75-80 total) for tonight's game, but he hopes to get through six strong innings nevertheless, which is certainly possible if he is as efficient as he was in his first and only start of the season April 4th against the Indians, when he went 5 innings on 72 pitches. Bedard will also be on a pitch limit in his first start back from the DL. Bedard, as a strikeout specialist, might have a tough time being as efficient as Duchsceherer with his pitch limit.
Thus, look for the A's to be highly selective early in the game against Erik. While A's hitters have historically found it very difficult to make solid contact off of him (whiffing 37% of the time against him last season) let alone get actual hits off of him (mustering a meager .203 batting-average-against him in the past few years) Bedard's likely to be a bit rusty and wild, since he's already walked 8 in 11 innings so far this season. So hopefully the A's top of the lineup can just take their counts deep, wear a rusty Bedard out and get to the bullpen quickly.
Super Lineup in the house!
Suzuki - C
Ellis - 2B
M Sweeney - 1B
Big Hurt - DH
Brown - RF
BoCroz - SS
Denorfia - LF
Murphy - 3B
Davis - CF
MARINERS
Ichiro - CF
Lopez - 2B
Ibanez - LF
Beltre - 3B
Norton - DH
Sexson - 1B
Wilkerson - RF
Burke - C
Betancourt - SS
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A's Super Lineup
Oakland
Suzuki, C .313
Ellis, 2B .237
Sweeney, M, 1B .322
Thomas, DH .167
Brown, E, RF .278
Crosby, SS .287
Denorfia, LF .286
Murphy, 3B .240
Davis, CF .174
Foolsh, the most insane regular poster on AN since oaktoon left - salb
Yep
per Gameday, that’s today’s lineup against Bedard.
Foolsh, the most insane regular poster on AN since oaktoon left - salb
by FoolshGame22 on Apr 26, 2008 5:18 PM PDT up reply actions
Hopefully it works again
I want to see Davis’ speed again on the bases
by Coffee13eans on Apr 26, 2008 5:27 PM PDT up reply actions
2 2B and no 1B
According to Taj’s post the A’s are doing that. I know we as a club are very progressive and cutting edge in terms of how we do baseball things, but I am very skeptical as to how well this will work.
"First Zito and now DJ? The Giants are like A's landfil." - a paraphrase of Since72.
Also, Todd Linden has a .231 lifetime average and a 66 career OPS+, chill Linden fans.
by Athletics fan and runner on Apr 26, 2008 5:30 PM PDT reply actions
sorry, I couldn't pass it up
I am a hyena, what can I say.
"First Zito and now DJ? The Giants are like A's landfil." - a paraphrase of Since72.
Also, Todd Linden has a .231 lifetime average and a 66 career OPS+, chill Linden fans.
by Athletics fan and runner on Apr 26, 2008 5:57 PM PDT up reply actions
HS (holy sh), its, its, the Super Lineup!
1. Finish up wtf I got going.
2. Get some pizza and refreshments
3. Fire up two of em up. (mac and hdtv)
alaska A
Also...DiNardo optioned to AAA to make room for the Duke.
Surprising, since DiNardo has a guaranteed major league salary and I didn’t think he had any options remaining, but the completely right move, as Diamond Dallas offers more upside in terms of short-inning relief. I would imagine that DiNardo will join the Rivercat rotation until another A’s starter goes down and he will get called up for a spot start at that point.
Good call
(Not to jinx us), this team doesn’t really need a long reliever, the way our starters have thrown. Dallas might get some situational lefty opportunities.
by notsellingjeans on Apr 26, 2008 5:38 PM PDT up reply actions
dilemma
i love seeing m. sweeney AND frank thomas in the lineup … but i do not like NOT seeing barton in the lineup!
can m. sweeney play in the outfield? =P
""These guys are a different breed of ballclub." - Twins manager Ron Gardenhire on the A's
A win tonight would be so sweet.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Is it hot up in the Bay?
its mid 80’s here. Not common this time of the year in Pismo.
by asfaninpismobeach on Apr 26, 2008 5:52 PM PDT reply actions
Aw, Chavvy.
Can’t wait for you to be back.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
You guys like the Raiders and 9ers pics?
I thought they were average at best
by asfaninpismobeach on Apr 26, 2008 5:59 PM PDT reply actions
I love Mcfadden...
They prob needed Dorsey more but you cant go wrong with either.
When will then be now? Soon.
How do you guys think Duke will fair tonight?
by asfaninpismobeach on Apr 26, 2008 6:00 PM PDT reply actions
given that he is on a pitch count
the “takeing pitches is for commies” seattle mariners or the opponent, I think that he will fair about as well as is possible tonight.
"First Zito and now DJ? The Giants are like A's landfil." - a paraphrase of Since72.
Also, Todd Linden has a .231 lifetime average and a 66 career OPS+, chill Linden fans.
by Athletics fan and runner on Apr 26, 2008 6:02 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh no..
MLBtv has the Ms broadcast…. Cant stand they guy. Somehow hes a hall of fame announcer before Bill King.
When will then be now? Soon.
He was younger yesterday.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:13 PM PDT up reply actions
I've never liked the guy but it's pretty obvious that he WAS
a good announcer. Plenty of people have mentioned that over the years and I trust history… sometimes.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:15 PM PDT up reply actions
Good evening folks! Do you suppose the Bedard's ever
shopped at Menards? Never heard of that place until I started getting EI’s.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:09 PM PDT reply actions
with Lenny DiNardo and Denard Span?
And what did we do once we discovered a rift in the fourth dimension? We launched a monkey into it. @('.')@
and still be a good enough mascot to help him up and take him to
The Fun Zone.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:11 PM PDT up reply actions
Let's go boys!!!
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Sweeney pulled up on his knee there.
Not good.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
He ran hard though. Too hard for my taste, but I suppose he only knows one way to play the game
by WaddellCanseco on Apr 26, 2008 6:15 PM PDT up reply actions
I know..I was like, "just concede the out!!!"
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
by baseballgirl on Apr 26, 2008 6:15 PM PDT up reply actions
That was easy
but not a bad thing, its been better for the A’s to come back around the 5th inning so far this year
by asfaninpismobeach on Apr 26, 2008 6:15 PM PDT reply actions
Cmon Duke!!!!!
Let’s GO!!!!
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
The Duke delivers- Ball 1 and 2. Let's go!
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:16 PM PDT reply actions
that was back when Duke was with the Rangers
Texas had a bullpen prospect who never amounted to much named Precautionary Measures.
And what did we do once we discovered a rift in the fourth dimension? We launched a monkey into it. @('.')@
Hello kapers! I'm going there in the morning- Sarasota.
Ready for a lazy day at the beach on Sunday. Ahhhh.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:18 PM PDT up reply actions
hey kapers!!
way to be on time :)
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Not bad. ohtobe- Check, pam5981- Check, Jennifer- Absent
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:20 PM PDT up reply actions
she's probably sleeping.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
I'm here.
I was making dinner for my uncle. He is dying of cancer and the only thing he can keep down right now is my homemade chicken and noodles. Unfortunately, he’s lost so much weight his false teeth don’t fit anymore, so it’s just noodles tonight. :(
"Hasn’t the foggiest inclination toward winning ‘tall. Hates to win. Likes to be buggered."
Sorry, Jennifer ;-/
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:24 PM PDT up reply actions
Aw, I'm sorry.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Thanks, guys.
"Hasn’t the foggiest inclination toward winning ‘tall. Hates to win. Likes to be buggered."
We have a new player- Denorfria.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:17 PM PDT reply actions
He looks better than Cust, but about the same as Denorfia.
by WaddellCanseco on Apr 26, 2008 6:18 PM PDT up reply actions
Dude. That's total bs. Give him more time :-)
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:18 PM PDT up reply actions
Kids reading the lineup=the most annoying thing that happens at games
The A's colors are green and gold.
Michael Jackson disagrees
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:19 PM PDT up reply actions
Wtf?
He hates it when there are kids around and there’s a huge crowd.
The A's colors are green and gold.
Oh. You mean when the large crowd isn't comprised of other kids?
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:20 PM PDT up reply actions
White Sox game on wgn
watching Swish celebrate in the dugout after hitting a bomb makes me miss him more than anything else so far
Nice inning Duke baby!!!!
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
Hopefully he is the 2006 version.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:25 PM PDT up reply actions
No radar on KICU?
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Indeed
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
by baseballgirl on Apr 26, 2008 6:25 PM PDT up reply actions
What up, dude!
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:26 PM PDT up reply actions
Hey man
I was over in your neck of the woods earlier. Had to check on my folks’ dogs. How about that rain?
Might as well Jump! - Van Halen
I didn't think it was ever going to rain and then WOW.
My satellite pooped out for about 5 minutes but all is well now.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:36 PM PDT up reply actions
The sky looked a little tornado-ish.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:39 PM PDT up reply actions
Bedard pounding the strike zone
A’s hitters tend to scuffle against pitchers that don’t allow them to work the count. Let’s see if Super Lineup can’t buck the trend.
-JC
President and CEO of the Ryan Sweeney Apologists Consortium
Fabulous AB by Cros..
...made him actually work and throw some pitches
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
nice PA by Cros
And what did we do once we discovered a rift in the fourth dimension? We launched a monkey into it. @('.')@
I REALLY LIKE
Crosby’s approach so far. He just looks much more like his ROY self than this imposter we’ve been seeing.
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
DENORFIA
needed a ladder for that one.
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
the opposite
of Crosby’s AB
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
So. I think I have a bone spur
in my hand. Anyone have any experience with that? Whatever it is it’s really affecting my posting ;)
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
but what does one feel like?
I’m obviously trying to put off going to Kaiser.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Could it be carpal tunnel?
"Hasn’t the foggiest inclination toward winning ‘tall. Hates to win. Likes to be buggered."
dont think so
i can feel a small hard bump on a joint below my middle finger in my hand.
typing w/ only left hand is hard—off to ice for 15 mins.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
I had a bone spur in my heel when I played football
Felt like a sharp stabbing pain every time I my heel went upward while running. Didn’t feel it if I was stationary, though.
-JC
President and CEO of the Ryan Sweeney Apologists Consortium
GOT TO BE
NATION’S. The only thing I miss about Ken Macha are his Nation’s Radio ads.
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
One of many things I miss about Macha
Any time he talked is among the other things.
The A's colors are green and gold.
From around the league...
Tony LaRussa run his star young pitcher out there for 126 pitches today.
Peter Gammons sends a love letter to Billy Beane from behind the Insider wall.
Snippet:
By the way, as of Saturday morning, the A’s were tied with the Angels for the best record in the American League and had the best run differential at plus-28 (the White Sox were plus-27). For those who thought Beane quit by trading Dan Haren at his peak value period, Dana Eveland and Greg Smith are 5-1, Brett Anderson is 3-1, 2.66 in the Cal League, Chris Carter has six homers and Carlos Gonzalez has a .930 OPS in the Pacific Coast League. Then they have Gio Gonzalez, with a 2.50 ERA in the Pacific Coast League, Joey Devine hasn’t allowed a run and is up to 96-97 mph, and soon they will be fast-tracking RHPs Henry Rodriguez and former North Carolina closer Andrew Carignan, both of whom are already in Double-A. Remember, when Beane traded Haren, Nick Swisher and Mark Kotsay, he said, “To rebuild, we don’t just need good players; we need a lot of good players.” He got them.
"Looks like you brought two too many."
Gammons has been lauding the trades since Day 1
I like that guy.
-JC
President and CEO of the Ryan Sweeney Apologists Consortium
our super lineup
isn’t looking too super so far
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Rally Villiage!
"Hasn’t the foggiest inclination toward winning ‘tall. Hates to win. Likes to be buggered."
That's fab!
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
by baseballgirl on Apr 26, 2008 6:34 PM PDT up reply actions
First time it's been out in the early innings
Or I guess second time..
The A's colors are green and gold.
That pitch was awesome!
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
Brad Wilkerson makes funny faces.
"Hasn’t the foggiest inclination toward winning ‘tall. Hates to win. Likes to be buggered."
So does my 2-year old nephew when he is standing in the corner
all alone. Are you pooping, Andrew? “Nooooooooooooaaaaah.”
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:38 PM PDT up reply actions
Dooooooke!
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
No BA EI tonight. :(
[visits Action36.com]
"Hasn’t the foggiest inclination toward winning ‘tall. Hates to win. Likes to be buggered."
Thanks, but I'm okay.
I’m watching the FSNNW.
"Hasn’t the foggiest inclination toward winning ‘tall. Hates to win. Likes to be buggered."
Do you have a non-Bay Area billing address?
Or do Bay Areans now actually get to watch mlb.tv?
I have [null set] to say.
I tried to use Poppy's mlb.tv on Thursday
and it was blacked out…. WTF?
"Hasn’t the foggiest inclination toward winning ‘tall. Hates to win. Likes to be buggered."
Have they always?!
Because I tried lending my mlb.tv to a friend in Washington once, and he couldn’t get it (for Dbacks vs. Giants)
I have [null set] to say.
It's no problem for me with a BA billing address
Blacked out with my normal ip and I get it with a proxy.
The A's colors are green and gold.
Zook is 5 for his last 23.
Not horrible, but he’s cooling off a bit.
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plus he has handled the pitching staff pretty well.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:48 PM PDT up reply actions
I worry about burning him out a little, we have a switch hitting catcher on the bench for God sakes
by asfaninpismobeach on Apr 26, 2008 6:50 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm guessing he gets a day off tomorrow against Felix
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I agree. It seems like other teams work guys in and out of the lineup more.
Isnt’ that why Kelly Shoppach was actually rendered useful?
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:52 PM PDT up reply actions
bedard needs a beard
We've never been in that position. We wouldn't know how to operate, I mean, do we get him a corsage?-Billy Beane on signing a high profile FA
...like Baron Davis
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:49 PM PDT up reply actions
ya and i just realized that big hurt is like shaq playing baseball..but he's good
We've never been in that position. We wouldn't know how to operate, I mean, do we get him a corsage?-Billy Beane on signing a high profile FA
by DyeLongJustice on Apr 26, 2008 6:49 PM PDT up reply actions
That last pitch was less of a strike than
the one before it.
"Hasn’t the foggiest inclination toward winning ‘tall. Hates to win. Likes to be buggered."
The A's need to get off the plate a bit -
Bedard has the inside corner zeroed in on and he can hit that spot all night. He’s going to get the call because the cutter is coming across the strike zone.
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
The ump has an extended zone
so the A’s need to account for this and swing at the close ones.
wow bedard has thrown 17 of 24 for strikes
although a generous ump can account for some of those i guess
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please dont let duke get hurt today
We've never been in that position. We wouldn't know how to operate, I mean, do we get him a corsage?-Billy Beane on signing a high profile FA
New beer
New beer at the store today. For some reason, I thought Nico might like it.
Is this Heaven? No, it's Iowa. -Field of Dreams
Why? Does it come with an ACTUAL goat?
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:53 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm pretty sure Buck can't read.
"Hasn’t the foggiest inclination toward winning ‘tall. Hates to win. Likes to be buggered."
We have another new guy- Denofria.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:54 PM PDT reply actions
Where does he find them all?
Billy Beane is a genius.
Is this Heaven? No, it's Iowa. -Field of Dreams
Oops.
Mariners announcer: “The ball gets by Deno… den… Denofreea”
Is this Heaven? No, it's Iowa. -Field of Dreams
good thing betancourt coulnd't do that last night
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+!
I’ll say..
game of inches, always
"I never predict anything, and I never will." Paul Gascoigne, English footballer
by One won lost won on Apr 26, 2008 6:59 PM PDT up reply actions
crap
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
C'mon Duke
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ichiro has been ridiculous lately
We've never been in that position. We wouldn't know how to operate, I mean, do we get him a corsage?-Billy Beane on signing a high profile FA
I love it when the announder said "pitch out" after the ball
had already landed in Suzuki’s glove. REALLY??
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 6:58 PM PDT reply actions
Yes!
I’ve found a pizza place in SJ with beer, HDTVs, a willingness to show the A’s, and wi-fi!!
I’m so in heaven.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
You're already here.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
1-0 Mariners, one out
and Bedard throwing a no-no. Looks unpromising, but
...we shall see
"I never predict anything, and I never will." Paul Gascoigne, English footballer
by One won lost won on Apr 26, 2008 6:59 PM PDT reply actions
He's gotta be on a pitch count. Things could be looking up soon.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:00 PM PDT up reply actions
Sounds fun, caling a cab to get home later?
Or taking it one pitcher of suds at a time?
by asfaninpismobeach on Apr 26, 2008 7:00 PM PDT reply actions
How many?
and how many errors will the M’s have to make?
Duke's command just isn't quite
what it normally is. The 3-2 pitch to Betancourt? C’mon, no way you throw it down the middle to a guy who steadfastly refuses to walk. Oh well – as long as he’s healthy!
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
overall I'm very happy with the way Duke's pitching
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Anyone else living in the northwest...
... and seeing these ridiculous Mariners commercials?
-JC
President and CEO of the Ryan Sweeney Apologists Consortium
I really dislike the commercials that end in..
“My. Oh my. Mariners baseball.” Terrible stuff.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:11 PM PDT up reply actions
Glen: "And the the next three guys made out."
O RLY?
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
I've been replaced!
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Why can't the M's clank balls hit by FAST runners,
instead of just Sweeney & Thomas?
I have [null set] to say.
Bedard being a righty who can throw heat to the inside. . .
just doesn’t seem like the ideal person for Thomas to face
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Bedard throws left-handed
But Thomas is going to be in there every day anyway
-JC
President and CEO of the Ryan Sweeney Apologists Consortium
Been a while since I've been in a game thread!
Drinking JD and coke on a slow Saturday evening while the kids are away. Got the big screen tuned in….just wishing this game was in HD! Can’t have it all I guess!
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Hello alox. I watched the first 3 innings in non-HD and just realized that I was
on the wrong damn channel. Thx for the reminder.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:14 PM PDT up reply actions
I hate it when we go 11 innings without a hit.
:-(
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
no-no through 4
might see history tonight. Stewart is not here to save us this time,lol
by asfaninpismobeach on Apr 26, 2008 7:09 PM PDT reply actions
Hey!
Bedard’s throwing a no-hitter!!
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
No-hitter?
No-hitters are fun to watch, which is why I suppose everyone always gets so excited early on in games that look like no-hitters, but no-hitters are very difficult to complete, and it seems pretty unlikely that we’ll see a no-hitter.
No-hitter.
-JC
President and CEO of the Ryan Sweeney Apologists Consortium
With both trades
who do you see as being the better pitcher long term? Haren or Bedard?
by asfaninpismobeach on Apr 26, 2008 7:10 PM PDT reply actions
Don't know...
but I’d rather be Haren. With the D’backs he’s got a chance to win it all.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
I would say that Bedard has the better stuff
but Haren is much less of a health risk
by asfaninpismobeach on Apr 26, 2008 7:12 PM PDT up reply actions
<---gets out bullhorn
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO HITTTTTERRRRRRRRR
by asfaninpismobeach on Apr 26, 2008 7:12 PM PDT reply actions
well he should, he's pitching on every 15th day right now
We've never been in that position. We wouldn't know how to operate, I mean, do we get him a corsage?-Billy Beane on signing a high profile FA
by DyeLongJustice on Apr 26, 2008 7:13 PM PDT up reply actions
He's still getting tagged pretty regularly.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
The alcohol says differently....
I’ll take your word for it.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
The alcohol always disagrees
when it comes to evaluating two hard hit balls.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Never a good combo....
alcohol and hard hit balls that is.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Son of a bee sting
Chavvy woulda had that…
-JC
President and CEO of the Ryan Sweeney Apologists Consortium
how does richie sexson get a freakin hit
We've never been in that position. We wouldn't know how to operate, I mean, do we get him a corsage?-Billy Beane on signing a high profile FA
Uh-oh...
the liquor is starting to kick in. On the other hand, today has been unseasonably warm!
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
New Seattle announcers. Same old Denofria, Denorfria, etc.
Sheesh… are they all stupid?
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:15 PM PDT reply actions
We shouldn't be mean to the illiterate
by WaddellCanseco on Apr 26, 2008 7:17 PM PDT up reply actions
where is double play deivi when u need him
We've never been in that position. We wouldn't know how to operate, I mean, do we get him a corsage?-Billy Beane on signing a high profile FA
Pretty sick pitch, that
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
Yarth
They better get the bats going…
-JC
President and CEO of the Ryan Sweeney Apologists Consortium
The nine-year-old little leaguers
are giving BoCro a hard time for taking his eye off the ball.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
I don't know what's worse
Braden warming up or his ridiculous whiteboy ‘fro.
-JC
President and CEO of the Ryan Sweeney Apologists Consortium
The fro.
Easily.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
He looks like...
... Ronald McDonald just discovered the Sugarhill Gang.
-JC
President and CEO of the Ryan Sweeney Apologists Consortium
The baseball acumen...
of girly fans is not to be denied!
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Pastafarian.
That’s the work, use it and love it.
And if I hooked up with a Jewish girl
we could have little Hin-jews.
< /russell peters >
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Nice stretch by Sweeney, Mike.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:19 PM PDT reply actions
Bobby knows when....
to make an appearance!
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
crosby redeems himself here with a two run home run...all by himself
We've never been in that position. We wouldn't know how to operate, I mean, do we get him a corsage?-Billy Beane on signing a high profile FA
I hate that the key hits are by
two hitters I don’t regard highly – Betancourt and Sexson. But considering we’re being outhit 6-0 and haven’t gotten a hit for 11 innings, it’s pretty awesome how we’re still in the game.
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
Bobby, YOU'RE SO HOT!!!
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
It's all in the timing, really.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Crosby!
You are so CUUTE!!!
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
V i c t o r y !
We have a hit now.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:22 PM PDT reply actions
Bobby you're sexy!!!!
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
Yes, I was promised
that the super lineup does not fail.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
People that post about smoke rings really bother me.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:23 PM PDT up reply actions
Where's the PH, Geren??
Kidding. Mostly.
-JC
President and CEO of the Ryan Sweeney Apologists Consortium
Ray is fascinated by toxic waste
in the sky. Poison can be so beautiful.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
I was thinking rum.
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
by baseballgirl on Apr 26, 2008 7:25 PM PDT up reply actions
Waste maybe...
toxic definately. But so good.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
"Talk Dirty to Me" rocked
... maybe not.
-JC
President and CEO of the Ryan Sweeney Apologists Consortium
He thought about it
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
by baseballgirl on Apr 26, 2008 7:25 PM PDT up reply actions
C'mon Rajai!!!!!!
Make a case!!!!!
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
Happily drunk.
I love you, AN.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Aw, don't be so hard on him.
I was absolutely ripped by the 3rd last night.
Is this Heaven? No, it's Iowa. -Field of Dreams
Hey, who are you? You're pretty.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Hah...he's nothing.
I bet I can be passed out by the seventh.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
People in glass houses....
I seem to remember a text from you last night before ten that read this:
“WOO! Karaoke!! Wine!! WOOO!!! Where idd pack my car?”
"Hasn’t the foggiest inclination toward winning ‘tall. Hates to win. Likes to be buggered."
I bet you say that to all the blogs.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Talk to my two hard hit balls.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Don't say it unless you REALLY mean it.
We’ve been hurt before.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:27 PM PDT up reply actions
Hmmm... I thought Davis was DP-proof.
Crappy.
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So ummmmm
why did the Giants cut Davis?
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
The Giants didn't.
God did. At least that’s what Davis seemed to be saying on the radio post-game the other day.
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Seattle Announcer
He’s (Davis) going to be hard to double up
he going to be hard not to release when Buck is back either
by asfaninpismobeach on Apr 26, 2008 7:29 PM PDT reply actions
He's coming back?
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:31 PM PDT up reply actions
No, he's just changing a letter in his name.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Nice to get 5 out of Duke
Now let’s score.
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3-run jack coming and he'll get the win.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:33 PM PDT up reply actions
He does, but he's on the DL.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Are you dogging, Mr. Cust when he isn't even playing?
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:35 PM PDT up reply actions
Hey...
Bedard is throwing a ONE HITTER!!
This could be history in the making!!
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Nice job, Duke.
If that’s Duke rusty, me likey a lotey.
SCORE 3 RUNS AND GET HIM THE WIN!
Please.
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
Dammit...I missed an entire inning...
hard as hell to check spelling and follow the game while simultaneously imbibing. Need a new A’s scoring thread….
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Who's the dude standing next to Buck?
Sorry..this is one of my first TV games…
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Dammit....The A's need to score.
I so hate 2007….and all that reminds me of that pathetic anemic offense.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
The game is 9-innings. Complain later, if necessary :-)
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:41 PM PDT up reply actions
Am I married to you?
you sound so familiar…
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
OUCH
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:42 PM PDT up reply actions
lol...
so you know what I’m talking about….
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
I only have a GF but, yes, I understand... just not quite as well.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:44 PM PDT up reply actions
Make the same mistake I did...
and you will know. Ah yes my friend…..you will know.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
*Noted*
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:50 PM PDT up reply actions
Needing to score
and scoring and tonight, 2 different things
Got to get Bedard out in the next inning and hope to hit the next pitcher before Putz
Damn....but I would change
my freaking name before I appeared on national tv with a name like putz.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Yes I can see why they chose him over Blanton.
by WaddellCanseco on Apr 26, 2008 7:41 PM PDT up reply actions
Hahahahahahah
Blanton is never going to get the quality and number of prospects that bedard got
by asfaninpismobeach on Apr 26, 2008 7:43 PM PDT up reply actions
Holy crap.
I thought Devine was black!
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Because we always have so many African-American players.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:43 PM PDT up reply actions
No reason.
Just randomly. And I haven’t been proactive about seeking out player pictures…
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Probably healthier and cheaper
than spending a lot more time at this pizza place.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
But it's your happy place.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Hi! Who are you? You're pretty...
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Shit. He fooled me too.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
The only other Devine I know of was, according to wikipedia
” a rotund, raspy-voiced American character actor and comic cowboy sidekick.”
The A's colors are green and gold.
2 hits in 14 innings
and we still haven’t lost a game in this series. Bedard tires—we catch a couple of pitches and you never know. Not so crazy.
Im hoping so, but i dont think Bedard is even over 80 pitches yet
by asfaninpismobeach on Apr 26, 2008 7:44 PM PDT up reply actions
Things could be worse...
Mark Redmond has given up 6 runs in the first to LAD. Not over yet…
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Amazing that he finds a place to work every year.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:45 PM PDT up reply actions
Kemp grand slap
10-2 with 2 outs in the bottom of the first.
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I like grand slap.
Sounds like something Kendall would do with the bases loaded.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
There goes the 0.00.
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 7:47 PM PDT reply actions
Yes, on our hitters and pitchers alike.
by WaddellCanseco on Apr 26, 2008 7:48 PM PDT up reply actions
Dude, pitch 5 was alot closer to being a strike then alot of what bedard got called tonight
by asfaninpismobeach on Apr 26, 2008 7:49 PM PDT up reply actions
Thats one thing that I disagree with
in MLB, a guy gets calls because of his reputation. “Maddox gets the pitch 6 inches off the plate because of who he is” to me that bullshit, call it the way it is, did it cross the plate or not?
by asfaninpismobeach on Apr 26, 2008 7:54 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh, sigh.
This game is not so fun. Come on, Oakland!
Is this Heaven? No, it's Iowa. -Field of Dreams
That's what SHE said.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Hi boys.
Don’t know if you heard. The Angels lost today. Good time to win a game.
Love,
Pam
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
P. P. S.
You are so HOTTTTT!!!!
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
no OGT mojo tonight.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
I'm OUT
of any OGT plan.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
You're so fickle.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Hi! Who are you? You're pretty..
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Fickle. And drunk.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Now THAT is a scary proposition.
Multiple obliques, not necessarily 5Aces drunk.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
too many kids up to be drunk
ask me again in an hour
"Camelot sure fell apart, didn't it?"-Steve McCatty
I told you I was drunk
Of course I also told you I wasn’t drunk…
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Wernher von Brown with a hit!
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
I must give props. Mike Blowers said "Denorfia"
"Derek Lowe is an ass."
-ohtobe21likehuston
by ohtobe21likehuston on Apr 26, 2008 8:00 PM PDT reply actions
Blowers
I here in Portland have to listen to M’s broadcasts, and Blowers has a terrible nickname “Blow”, and it is used constantly on the air.
too much blow in n the booth
and the rest of the team gets anxious
"Camelot sure fell apart, didn't it?"-Steve McCatty
I say pinch hit Cust
Take your shot at the 3-run HR.
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
Cust.
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
he was dubbed the "Little Hurt"
by his teammates after Thursday.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Bedard tossed 95 pitches. Pretty good for being idle for so long.
And I’m sure glad he’s out of there!
Time for some damage.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
I could try driving home...
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Please no.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
It's not *that* bad
not that I’m advocating me driving at the moment..but this bases loaded situation is sobering me up pretty quick.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Well, we'll come pick you up if you're too sloppy.
Promise not to puke in my car.
I have [null set] to say.
COME ON JACK.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
HEY!
That was….something.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Give her a break.
She thinks Cust is hot.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Oh, you *know* it.
I have a secret passion for him. Or I did, until I announced it just now.
I have [null set] to say.
You probably mean Pam thinks he's hot.
Damn. Needlessly revealed my hidden Cust lust.
I have [null set] to say.
How did you KNOW?!?
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Bases loaded.
Time for a grand slap!
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
TOTALLY
trying to hit the lower outside portion of the plate….Cust’s huge weakness.
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
a BB, aka Cust Single
It's tough when your kid's favorite ballplayer is David Ortiz
by eastcoasta'sfan on Apr 26, 2008 8:09 PM PDT up reply actions
COME ON COME ON COME ON COME ON
Make SOMETHING happen.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
That was NOT something.
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Ryan Sweeney!
Of Cedar Rapids Iowa! That’s my boy!
...
Really though, I don’t quite understand pinch-hitting him.
...
Oh well. Come on, Bad Sweeney! It’s Rhodes! You can do it!
Is this Heaven? No, it's Iowa. -Field of Dreams
Bad Sweeney against Worse Rhodes
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
magic new thread mojo is just up the street if you havent seen it yet...
"Camelot sure fell apart, didn't it?"-Steve McCatty
Am I the only one who noticed the new thread?
"Hasn’t the foggiest inclination toward winning ‘tall. Hates to win. Likes to be buggered."
Going NOW!
The kings remain missing, so they're playing with Eric Chavez Bobbleheads. "Chavvy does have six Gold Gloves," Brown explained. "That's good enough to be king."
Like, for example, whoever CREATED it?
If we’d all known, R. Sweeney wouldn’t have struck out.
I have [null set] to say.
What an embarassing at bat by Ryan Sweeney
Fastball right down the middle and he takes it then the standard flail
That was fucking awful to say the least
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