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Open Thread: Game 52 - A's vs. Blue Jays (cont.)

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3-0 A's going to the bottom of the 5th, as Greg Smith continues this remarkable run of A's starting pitching and the A's have added three stolen bases, just for kicks.

UPDATE: Report from the A's clubhouse: Frank Thomas left the game with a slight strain in his right quadraceps. Turning 40 is a bitch.

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Tough moderator.

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 May 27, 2008 8:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

You are so old skool

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 8:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I know!

{puts on cleats, growls at no one in particular}

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 May 27, 2008 8:39 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

those cleats have gotta have plastic tips

and I assume they are Pony brand.

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 8:40 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

first

Green Hulk Fists

by oaklandSMASH on May 27, 2008 8:36 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

yes, that and

something with right quad…

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 8:37 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

In my fantasy

Frank is not hurt.

Is this Heaven? No, it's Iowa. -Field of Dreams

by IowaA'sFan on May 27, 2008 8:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Freudian slip.

pam5981: Patience is a virtue that I do not possess.
ohtobe21likehuston: But you're good at drinking and cussing. Two out of three ain't bad.

by pam5981 on May 27, 2008 8:39 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

My fantasy

Has no place for Freud in a slip.

Is this Heaven? No, it's Iowa. -Field of Dreams

by IowaA'sFan on May 27, 2008 8:40 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

your fantasy I mean

damn keystrokes

Green Hulk Fists

by oaklandSMASH on May 27, 2008 8:39 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

you can prolly DFA him

if he’s dead.

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 8:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Smith

Once more with run support!

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 8:37 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

No word on why Frank is out?

Other than it’s his birthday?

by paradox on May 27, 2008 8:37 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Did I miss something following on Gameday cuz I don't have CSN+?

What happened to Frank?

"Loyal? I'm the most loyal player money can buy." - Don Sutton

by vignette17 on May 27, 2008 8:38 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

see update above

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 May 27, 2008 8:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

As of now: slight right quad strain

As of tomorrow: In lieu of flowers, make donations to Frank’s charity of choice.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on May 27, 2008 8:39 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

He probably got it

stretching out that double into a big hurt double.

Green Hulk Fists

by oaklandSMASH on May 27, 2008 8:40 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Frank was supposed to wait a couple weeks to get hurt

so they could DL him during Interleague play.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on May 27, 2008 8:38 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

He must have read notsellingjeans's diary about Chavez coming back today

and he thought he’d go ahead and make room on the 40-man roster for him.

"And Julio Franco is batting right-handed!" -- Wayne Hagin, A's radio play-by-play, mid-80s

by Nick on May 27, 2008 8:41 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Nice hat.

Is this Heaven? No, it's Iowa. -Field of Dreams

by IowaA'sFan on May 27, 2008 8:41 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm Brian Fellows.

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 8:45 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oooga Booga!

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 8:41 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Did Braden’s fro get that out of control?

by justarebelheart on May 27, 2008 8:42 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Frank

Finish the game

by StewEck on May 27, 2008 8:41 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

singles or HRs Frank!!!! no 2-baggers....

the legs can’t handle it

"just a beating heart ... plasma that we'll put into our uniform." - Billy Beane

by athleticsBB4life on May 27, 2008 8:41 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I still can't believe Eck has a word series ring

With that arm. Usually a thrower like that doesn’t make it out of AAA.

by paradox on May 27, 2008 8:41 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

2 rings

1 World Series MVP

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on May 27, 2008 8:43 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wait, did you mean -stein or -ersley?

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on May 27, 2008 8:43 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Stein

I was thinking of the Angels-Giants series.

by paradox on May 27, 2008 8:44 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oh yeah. Blake Stein was awesome.

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 8:45 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

-ersley

-stein is an oopha loompah.

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 8:45 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Joke

What do you call a short Filipino eggroll?

An Oompa Lumpia!!

Okay, I’ll sit down now.

Green Hulk Fists

by oaklandSMASH on May 27, 2008 8:49 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Heyyy

Eck was the man

by StewEck on May 27, 2008 8:42 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Eck was IS the man

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 8:43 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Especially

with Stew in front of him

by StewEck on May 27, 2008 8:42 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Smith is dealing....he should have 5 or 6 wins by now

"just a beating heart ... plasma that we'll put into our uniform." - Billy Beane

by athleticsBB4life on May 27, 2008 8:44 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

in this game alone!

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 8:46 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

You can't give up 3 runs a game when you pitch for the A's.

He needs to pitch shutouts :-)

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 8:46 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

+1

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 8:45 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Frank

Get in the game!

All Games and Comments are Subject to Blackout

by Hit4TheCycle on May 27, 2008 8:45 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Smitty

Strike this has been down

by StewEck on May 27, 2008 8:46 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Canseco to fight ex-NFL Pro Bowler for $5K

"just a beating heart ... plasma that we'll put into our uniform." - Billy Beane

by athleticsBB4life on May 27, 2008 8:46 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Damn, he must be so broke

Kinda sad.

Is this Heaven? No, it's Iowa. -Field of Dreams

by IowaA'sFan on May 27, 2008 8:47 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Kinda but not really. He is such a tool.

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 8:48 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

He abandoned a house in SoCal

I thought he had at least some money left, though.

by paradox on May 27, 2008 8:48 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

yeah, desperate for sure, on wave of

Barnum and Bailey grandiosity.

alaska A

by ak_A on May 27, 2008 8:50 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Vai Sikahema

http://msn.foxsports.com/mlb/story/8181262/Canseco-to-fight-ex-NFL-Pro-Bowler-for-$5K

"just a beating heart ... plasma that we'll put into our uniform." - Billy Beane

by athleticsBB4life on May 27, 2008 8:48 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wasn't he a kick returner?

I remember him on the Cardinals.

formerly known as mdl

by iglew on May 27, 2008 9:05 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Also the Eagles

He’s been on local Philly t.v. for the past few years. He stopped by my daughter’s day camp last summer during a 2-week session they did on sports. I doubt he’s that desperate for money.

"And Julio Franco is batting right-handed!" -- Wayne Hagin, A's radio play-by-play, mid-80s

by Nick on May 27, 2008 9:07 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wasn't he a kick returner?

I remember him on the Cardinals.

formerly known as mdl

by iglew on May 27, 2008 9:37 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Who is the Pro Bowler?

Please let it be Romanowski, please let it be romanowski…

Green Hulk Fists

by oaklandSMASH on May 27, 2008 8:53 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Does Smith have a nickname yet?

I don’t even have one for him in my own head. And that is rare.

by schmifty on May 27, 2008 8:47 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Some call him Gerg

I prefer “The”.

"And Julio Franco is batting right-handed!" -- Wayne Hagin, A's radio play-by-play, mid-80s

by Nick on May 27, 2008 8:48 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

so many names

no one agrees…

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 8:49 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I like

Smove and Sniper

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 8:49 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Bar Ha Has

K

All Games and Comments are Subject to Blackout

by Hit4TheCycle on May 27, 2008 8:50 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Landon Powell's having a rough year .177

any chance he becomes a MLBer

"just a beating heart ... plasma that we'll put into our uniform." - Billy Beane

by athleticsBB4life on May 27, 2008 8:50 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Devine

get ur a55 up

by StewEck on May 27, 2008 8:50 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

The Toronto Blue Jays

Where AL West players go to… Canada.

All Games and Comments are Subject to Blackout

by Hit4TheCycle on May 27, 2008 8:51 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

and take your enormous cap with ya!

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 8:53 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Ya moving or staying?

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 8:59 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm moving. Looks like I'll be out of here after 4th of July...

My house went on the market last Wednesday and has 383 hits on Realtor.com, but only one person actually came by.

Anyone want to buy a house in Arlington, Texas???

by kapers on May 27, 2008 9:03 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Let's Go A's
Report from the A’s clubhouse: Frank Thomas left the game with a slight strain in his right quadraceps. Turning 40 is a bitch.

Ain’t that the truth.

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 8:53 PM PDT reply actions   1 recs

ugh

alaska A

by ak_A on May 27, 2008 8:54 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Personally

I plan to stay put at 39. If I ever get there.

Is this Heaven? No, it's Iowa. -Field of Dreams

by IowaA'sFan on May 27, 2008 8:54 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Maybe this guy can help

He’s all scientific and stuff.

Green Hulk Fists

by oaklandSMASH on May 27, 2008 8:56 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

1.21 to be exact

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 8:57 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Not anymore

since the Simpsons moved into his ride.

Green Hulk Fists

by oaklandSMASH on May 27, 2008 9:00 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I wish I could remember when I got there

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 8:57 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Glad he waited until they went north

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 8:56 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

The basement

I like being on this end of the ace-for-prospects transaction. Greg Smith > Erik Bedard?

by jessenumber1 on May 27, 2008 8:56 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Dear Ken and Vince:

PGE Park (formerly Portland Civic Stadium) is a pretty cool place to watch a Pacific Coast League game now. Maybe not when you guys were there.

by Soaker on May 27, 2008 8:58 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Agreed

More so when the Rivercats are in town on a Thursday night.

by jessenumber1 on May 27, 2008 8:59 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

What is the significance of "Multnomah?"

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 9:04 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

A few things...

The name of the county Portland is in, it’s a local indian name.

by jessenumber1 on May 27, 2008 9:05 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Portland is in Multnomah County (home of Multnomah Falls too)

The ballpark is at NW 20th and Burnside. NW 23rd is a very attractive commercial strip, although a bit too yuppified for my taste.

by Soaker on May 27, 2008 9:06 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

When I'm in Portland

I hang out along Hawthorne quite a bit. Sometimes in the Hollywood area as well.

by Soaker on May 27, 2008 9:07 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

That is one nasty curve ball

A’s should be happy to have three runs tonight.

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 8:58 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

add the 10ks AJ has thrown

and they should be very happy

by drink409 on May 27, 2008 9:00 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Nice hit by Zook

"And Julio Franco is batting right-handed!" -- Wayne Hagin, A's radio play-by-play, mid-80s

by Nick on May 27, 2008 9:02 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

2 on 2 out for LAA

Down by a 1, bottom of the 8th

by paradox on May 27, 2008 9:02 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Shit

Andersen just tied it.

by paradox on May 27, 2008 9:03 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Damn tigers

Get in there Leyland, and strike out the hitter!

Green Hulk Fists

by oaklandSMASH on May 27, 2008 9:07 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Goodbye A.J.

Nice hit Zook. And goodnight AN.

Is this Heaven? No, it's Iowa. -Field of Dreams

by IowaA'sFan on May 27, 2008 9:03 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Not sure the steal attempt was a good idea

(I’m being charitable)

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 9:04 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

The Tigers can kiss my ass

I hope that sorry excuse for a baseball team with the best 1-9 I’ve ever seen loses 100 games. They deserve it.

So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one

by baseballgirl on May 27, 2008 9:05 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

[smiles]

Still on vacation?

by paradox on May 27, 2008 9:06 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

haha...nope!

I hate the Angels as much as ever. And right now, I hate the Tigers SO much

So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one

by baseballgirl on May 27, 2008 9:07 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm alive!! hi!!!!

So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one

by baseballgirl on May 27, 2008 9:07 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Note to self:

don’t ever get on baseballgirl’s bad side.

pam5981: Patience is a virtue that I do not possess.
ohtobe21likehuston: But you're good at drinking and cussing. Two out of three ain't bad.

by pam5981 on May 27, 2008 9:06 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

You're not on the Tigers or Angels

You’re safe :-)

So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one

by baseballgirl on May 27, 2008 9:07 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

still tied....

I don’t want Francisco Cruceta when he gets dfa’d.

The A's colors are green and gold.

by mikeA on May 27, 2008 9:08 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

He's still in there

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 9:07 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

how did the bottom of the 5th end?

gameday skipped the last two outs


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

by micdog2001 on May 27, 2008 9:07 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

For a moment

I thought you were talking about this piece of my working world.

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 9:12 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

oh dear

that text turned to nerdspeak right-quick

by schmifty on May 27, 2008 9:13 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

cruiser?

from movie Stripes “the guys in the car club all called me cruiser cause I had a way with the ladies, i guess.”

alaska A

by ak_A on May 27, 2008 9:11 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

For radio listeners

I’m always confused by the ads/PSAs for Southwest Gas. Do they serve some of the A’s radio markets? I thought it was PG&E everywhere.

Don't blame me, I voted for Ice Cream

by Englishmajor on May 27, 2008 9:09 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Eckstein hit that like he throws

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 9:10 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I love me some Greg Smith. He did an excellent job!

by justarebelheart on May 27, 2008 9:10 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Nice job Greg!!!

pam5981: Patience is a virtue that I do not possess.
ohtobe21likehuston: But you're good at drinking and cussing. Two out of three ain't bad.

by pam5981 on May 27, 2008 9:10 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Nice job, kid!

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 9:11 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Greg, you rule.

"RIP: UserID: 517"

by Masaryk on May 27, 2008 9:11 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Yay Greg!!

We got SO lucky with the young uns.

So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one

by baseballgirl on May 27, 2008 9:12 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Yay!

Ryan Sweeney is good-looking.

by Kimberly on May 27, 2008 9:12 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Okay, seriously peeps

HOW is it possible for the Tigers to be THIS bad…I can’t get over it, each time I see their lineup

So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one

by baseballgirl on May 27, 2008 9:13 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

payback

dammit…

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 9:13 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Don't believe the hype

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 9:13 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Flava Flav wants some money.

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 9:14 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

No

Not enought Panther

(pardon me while I go puke)

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 9:14 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Sex Panther

Smells like Bigfoot’s Dick

Green Hulk Fists

by oaklandSMASH on May 27, 2008 9:15 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

eeew

formerly known as mdl

by iglew on May 27, 2008 9:15 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

60% of the time it works EVERY TIME

It’s got real bits of panther so you know it’s good.

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 9:16 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

She is so sexy in that movie.

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 9:20 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

It seems so impossble

but she’s only gotten sexier with age.

Green Hulk Fists

by oaklandSMASH on May 27, 2008 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I would like to know how you know this

On second thought, please don’t tell

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

C'mon Detroit!

Please hang in there! No. In fact, get ahead!

by streetfan on May 27, 2008 9:13 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

UPDATE: CHAVEZ SCHEDULE

scheduled for Sac for at least another week to 10 days

"just a beating heart ... plasma that we'll put into our uniform." - Billy Beane

by athleticsBB4life on May 27, 2008 9:14 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

SWEET!

A little Chavez in Portland this week!

by jessenumber1 on May 27, 2008 9:15 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I am really happy about the conservative rehab schedule they have him on.

They seem to be taking their time and not rushing anything. I want him back when he’s ready, and not a day before.

pam5981: Patience is a virtue that I do not possess.
ohtobe21likehuston: But you're good at drinking and cussing. Two out of three ain't bad.

by pam5981 on May 27, 2008 9:16 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Their approach seems so much more intelligent

this year, with Chavy, with Ellis, etc. What a difference a kicking Larry Davis upstairs? year makes.

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 May 27, 2008 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think we will all have a newfound appreciation for Mr. Chavez once he returns...

I know I will give him serious rope even against lefties.

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yup

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 May 27, 2008 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

better than red-nosed Mindi

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 9:20 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

MINDI?

That tramp. :-( Grrrrrrr….

Cindi

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 May 27, 2008 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

i don't know...i'm pretty f'n hot

"just a beating heart ... plasma that we'll put into our uniform." - Billy Beane

by athleticsBB4life on May 27, 2008 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I hope so. I'm going that day.

pam5981: Patience is a virtue that I do not possess.
ohtobe21likehuston: But you're good at drinking and cussing. Two out of three ain't bad.

by pam5981 on May 27, 2008 9:23 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Brilliant outing by Smif

Seemed very confident, and with good reason

by schmifty on May 27, 2008 9:14 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

"good reason"

yeah, run support.

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Bad smove.

pam5981: Patience is a virtue that I do not possess.
ohtobe21likehuston: But you're good at drinking and cussing. Two out of three ain't bad.

by pam5981 on May 27, 2008 9:20 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Does Smith...

...look as good (baseball wise) as he sounds on the radio? All i have where i live these days is MLB audio.

On a night when Haren gets rocked by the Giants at home to see his era go way higher than either Smith or Eveland, in the NL West, pitching to pitchers, I’m getting really tempted to jump to some too early conclusions. I’ll instead just say: Nice trade William.

Meanwhile, as i watch the Angels finally take a pitch or two vs the Tigers, leading to their tying rally, I can’t help but think: Here’s two teams who minimize their money on offense. Flail. Hack. Run into out. Rinse, repeat.

I hope Frank’s OK.

"Just trying to keep my bases clogged."

by Caught squealin on May 27, 2008 9:20 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Oh yeah...he looks great.

So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one

by baseballgirl on May 27, 2008 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

If Comcast sends Jaymee Sire

over to my house for a drink or two after the game tonight, I will forgive their earlier ineptitude.

by Soaker on May 27, 2008 9:20 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

More huston leg swing stretches

That should be a rally animation.

Green Hulk Fists

by oaklandSMASH on May 27, 2008 9:21 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Imagine if the Mets were having a good year...

"And Julio Franco is batting right-handed!" -- Wayne Hagin, A's radio play-by-play, mid-80s

by Nick on May 27, 2008 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

My dream season

The Yankees, Red Sox, and Mets finish a collective 100 games out of first.

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 9:23 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

MY dream season

The Yankees, Red Sox, and Mets Angels finish a collective 100 games out of first

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 9:24 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Nah

The Angels by themselves would be at least 50 games back

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 9:26 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

OK, I admit it

your dreams are waaaay better than mine.

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 9:29 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

How many TV execs

would be found dead at the beginning of the playoffs?

Green Hulk Fists

by oaklandSMASH on May 27, 2008 9:24 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Bonus!

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

But it's even more humiliating for the Yankees when they suck and the Mets are better

"And Julio Franco is batting right-handed!" -- Wayne Hagin, A's radio play-by-play, mid-80s

by Nick on May 27, 2008 9:26 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

We should

figure out how to generate the reverse league dynamic of that in the Bay Area.

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

when that zorba music comes on

and the A’s are leading…. it makes me want to take out my hankerchef do my anthony quinn routine.

alaska A

by ak_A on May 27, 2008 9:23 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Three true outcomes night for Custy

Three Ks and a walk – just needed a homer

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 9:23 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

A cust cycle

like a Gordy Howe Hat Trick

Green Hulk Fists

by oaklandSMASH on May 27, 2008 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Angels about to win it

So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one

by baseballgirl on May 27, 2008 9:24 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Just watch

So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one

by baseballgirl on May 27, 2008 9:26 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Tigers are seriously the worst team ever

So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one

by baseballgirl on May 27, 2008 9:26 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

And there it is

Thanks a heap, you sorry excuse for a baseball team.

So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one

by baseballgirl on May 27, 2008 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Curse you!

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on May 27, 2008 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Is there a luckier team?

I mean seriously. Every win is a walk off.

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on May 27, 2008 9:28 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

It's disgusting.

So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one

by baseballgirl on May 27, 2008 9:29 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Makes me sick.

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on May 27, 2008 9:30 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

We're barely 1/3 of the way into the season

That stuff tends to even out over time.

"And Julio Franco is batting right-handed!" -- Wayne Hagin, A's radio play-by-play, mid-80s

by Nick on May 27, 2008 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

When your last game is a walk off walk

yeah, you’re pretty damn lucky

Green Hulk Fists

by oaklandSMASH on May 27, 2008 9:32 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

They are a joke

And the Angels can barely beat them.

Might as well Jump! - Van Halen

by sprtsnwyn on May 27, 2008 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

OMG

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on May 27, 2008 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

bad attitude=angels win

The A's colors are green and gold.

by mikeA on May 27, 2008 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Angels get another cheap win...shocked.

So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one

by baseballgirl on May 27, 2008 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

And the fact Disneyland is so cool

makes them both look like turds in comparison.

Green Hulk Fists

by oaklandSMASH on May 27, 2008 9:33 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Overrated

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on May 27, 2008 9:28 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

got us an out there....

The A's colors are green and gold.

by mikeA on May 27, 2008 9:29 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Several reasons

A’s have only one time up (if they don’t blow the lead)
Davis can score on a gapper with 2 outs
Davis was going in for defense anyways, so take advantage of his speed
And if Brown were still in RF, he probably would’ve mis-played that ball the Sweeney just caught.

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 9:28 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I know all the reasons.

Im just saying I dont like it. Too early.

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on May 27, 2008 9:29 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Cust isn't even going to come up again

it’s a complete no brainer.

The A's colors are green and gold.

by mikeA on May 27, 2008 9:30 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Till Toronto scores 3 runs and

then our lineup is even more crap.

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on May 27, 2008 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Baby Sweeney

is getting to be a wayyyyyy better outfielder.

pam5981: Patience is a virtue that I do not possess.
ohtobe21likehuston: But you're good at drinking and cussing. Two out of three ain't bad.

by pam5981 on May 27, 2008 9:28 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Nice catch, Baby Sweeney!

Swoooooooon*

Ryan Sweeney is good-looking.

by Kimberly on May 27, 2008 9:29 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I absolutely love the idiots...

...blowing those horns right as an A’s pitcher goes into the windup. WTF?

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by Flashfire on May 27, 2008 9:30 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Better the horns than that damn whistle

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

oh, the whistle yes...that was annoying

i have not heard the bird call guy yet this year.

alaska A

by ak_A on May 27, 2008 9:32 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Thanks bbgirl

lol. You responded to my anticipation right on cue. And i’m glad he’s a keeper in that important department as well.

As for pitching, I’ve heard Smith isn’t overpowering but relies on control and moxie (i hope moxie is allowed to describe an A’s player here, as I’m new.) I would like to hear from those of you (dang, Angels just won-lame Tigers) who get to see Smith, whether you think he will adjust to the inevitable adjustments made to him as the season and his career go forward?

"Just trying to keep my bases clogged."

by Caught squealin on May 27, 2008 9:31 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Moxie is an undervalued commodity

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 9:32 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

And a delicious soft drink

"And Julio Franco is batting right-handed!" -- Wayne Hagin, A's radio play-by-play, mid-80s

by Nick on May 27, 2008 9:34 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm here for you and so is Ted.

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 9:35 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

damn link

Photobucket

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 9:35 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Ice cold

like ted

Green Hulk Fists

by oaklandSMASH on May 27, 2008 9:36 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Does that soda come without a head?

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 9:36 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

My family lucked into a house for a week on Cape Cod this summer

and one of the best things about it will be the chance to hunt down some Moxie when we’re there.

"And Julio Franco is batting right-handed!" -- Wayne Hagin, A's radio play-by-play, mid-80s

by Nick on May 27, 2008 9:37 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oh Ryan Sweeney. You are becoming my new favorite.

by justarebelheart on May 27, 2008 9:32 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

another good catch by swooney?

he is sooo due to drop a few. i’m scared.

by schmifty on May 27, 2008 9:33 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Boooooonitez warming up for the Jays

"Evidently, a large number of people said, 'We really need more vermin at the ballpark, Artie.'" - Nick (AN), 10/7/07

by doctorK on May 27, 2008 9:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Ugh...Embree, what is this?

So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one

by baseballgirl on May 27, 2008 9:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Baby Sweeney is soo pretty.

Ryan Sweeney is good-looking.

by Kimberly on May 27, 2008 9:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Very very pretty…

by justarebelheart on May 27, 2008 9:35 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

IDK girls

he’s a lot of boy… 6’5” and a LOT of #s. Your beds that big, or you just gonna get a really good carpet?

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 9:36 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

oh god don't tempt us

i didn’t even know that… now he looks twice as good

by schmifty on May 27, 2008 9:37 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

More to love!

Ryan Sweeney is good-looking.

by Kimberly on May 27, 2008 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

...about him.

Wow, I somehow completely left that part out.

Ryan Sweeney is good-looking.

by Kimberly on May 27, 2008 9:45 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

sounds so very tempting

by justarebelheart on May 27, 2008 9:40 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Shut. it. down.

pam5981: Patience is a virtue that I do not possess.
ohtobe21likehuston: But you're good at drinking and cussing. Two out of three ain't bad.

by pam5981 on May 27, 2008 9:35 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

yes, now i can see the A's...

in time for Embree to give up a run. perfect.

by whiteshoes40 on May 27, 2008 9:35 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

good job Embree

keeping the damage to a minimum

by truelements on May 27, 2008 9:37 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Let's get some insurance runs!

Might as well Jump! - Van Halen

by sprtsnwyn on May 27, 2008 9:37 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I know I'm in the minority but I don't think the guy is that bad.

I’m pissed at him RIGHT NOW though.

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?"

by ohtobe21likehuston on May 27, 2008 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I like him too

I’m less pissed at him than I am HAPPY with the A’s offense today (so Embry’s pitching didn’t matter, yet)

This is my O-face (O= optimism)

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 9:43 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Mench

Career OPS against Lefties: .910
Career OPS against Righties: 729

COME ON GEREN.

by Emmett89 on May 27, 2008 9:37 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Mench vs. righties: Matt Stairs

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by Nico on May 27, 2008 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

A Good Street in Oakland?

Sometimes it can be hard to find. [/social commentary]

All Games and Comments are Subject to Blackout

by Hit4TheCycle on May 27, 2008 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Lakeshore is good. Grand is good.

"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk

by 149 on May 27, 2008 9:40 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

My hood!

(Good most of the time)

pam5981: