Open Thread: Game 71 - A's at Arizona
Oakland Athletics at Arizona Diamondbacks, Jun 18, 2008 6:40 PM PDT
Dan Haren left the A's this off-season as a fan favorite, passed to Arizona in exchange for a strong pool of talent, including today's #6 hitter, Carlos Gonzalez, who has impressed me significantly in his few short weeks in the majors thus far, capped by a TiVo-worthy play in deep right field last night.
While we A's fans may root for Haren in his other 30-plus starts this season, tonight, we're looking to see if he can follow in fellow pitcher Brandon Webb's footsteps, letting the A's finally give Joe Blanton that run support he just can't seem to buy.
So far, Blanton has been on the losing side of many close games, racking up a 3-9 record, the worst in the Bay Area this side of Barry Zito. His won-loss ratio belies his 4.23 ERA and acceptable K/BB ratio of 1.84, and he maintains the support of A's manager Bob Geren, quoted elsewhere as saying "Joe is on his game". Haren has done better, coming into tonight with a 76/15 K/BB ratio, a 3.41 ERA and a 6-4 record.
Rumor has it that the winner of tonight's duel between the one-time roommates has to buy the other one dinner. I for one hope that Joe will be footing the bill.
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This game
Is the one of the most exciting so far this year, if not the most
Below now forth
don’t change anything above this!
Fourth!
Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?
by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 6:41 PM PDT reply actions
uhhhhhh
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.
Okay. Listen up. I don't want to start cussing already so please
be nice.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 6:42 PM PDT up reply actions
That was not even close to being mean.
Why so sensitive today?
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.
Paranoia. Did somebody touch my ass?
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 6:43 PM PDT up reply actions
Sorry... I thought it was... um... something else.
In search of a new signature. Say something funny and you may see your comment here!
I get that a lot.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 6:46 PM PDT up reply actions
Then maybe you're not really paranoid.
In search of a new signature. Say something funny and you may see your comment here!
Just because you're paranoid
doesn’t mean they’re NOT out to get you.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Two ** for punctuality.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 6:43 PM PDT up reply actions
what's his hitting streak at now?
like 11 or 12 I tihnk
by SwishMyNish33 on Jun 18, 2008 6:44 PM PDT up reply actions
Ryan Sweeney up the middle for a hit
And Dan Haren’s bid for a perfect game comes to a crashing end.
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Made me think of that song- "Ya'll ready for this?"
It was on my Jock Jams cd that I listened to about 3 years ago when I actually worked out.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 6:45 PM PDT up reply actions
i hope the arizona announcers are as funny tonight
as they were last night
Billy Beane For Commissioner!
I'm going with Foss in HD tonight.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 6:46 PM PDT up reply actions
they were histarical last night
when they started appologizing to the people who work at jack in the box, and to people who rent carnivales
Billy Beane For Commissioner!
The second base ump was distracted
by Ryan’s smoking ass.
"JOAN! Are you watching Bombast? Did you see Lack Bust drop that fly call?"
Hey! Somebody throw some water on that donkey!!
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
That didn't come out exactly like you had planned.
"JOAN! Are you watching Bombast? Did you see Lack Bust drop that fly call?"
That's what I was thinking
but I didn’t want pam to smack me down.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
"Smoking ass" is funny in a Beavis & Butthead sorta way...
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 6:48 PM PDT up reply actions
couldn't see ultra slomo with good angle
but i think his hand snuk in there a split second before he tagged his shoulder?
alaska A
Haren a bit nervous perhaps?
or we’re just good
OT- I find it funny that fantasy baseball gives you "points"
in a game measured by runs. Oh well.
Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?
by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 6:50 PM PDT reply actions
So does Blez and me and AN and SF fans and everyone but Barry
and Joe Zito.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 6:52 PM PDT up reply actions
same reason stats like
batting average and rbi are ridiculous, just measure contribution in runs, that’s how it is for pitchers kind of – Era
by SwishMyNish33 on Jun 18, 2008 6:52 PM PDT up reply actions
That bullpen was
nice last night, even Rajai could hit off it!
by SwishMyNish33 on Jun 18, 2008 6:52 PM PDT up reply actions
That is Haren-esque. He used to get out of trouble as quickly
as he got into it.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 6:51 PM PDT reply actions
Almost 30 pitches for Haren there
thats a good sign.
by asfaninpismobeach on Jun 18, 2008 6:53 PM PDT reply actions
here we go
two runs in the first and then lights out the rest of the game but not enough run support to make up for it
Billy Beane For Commissioner!
rehabbing I think
sore quads or hamstrings
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.
hurt both hammys, mostly right one though
by SwishMyNish33 on Jun 18, 2008 6:55 PM PDT up reply actions
I bet the left one ain't jealous.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 6:56 PM PDT up reply actions
I suddenly feel the need for eye surgery.
"JOAN! Are you watching Bombast? Did you see Lack Bust drop that fly call?"
Zonis?
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 6:57 PM PDT up reply actions
Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhcrap.
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.
with the bases loaded
before the runs score
by SwishMyNish33 on Jun 18, 2008 6:58 PM PDT up reply actions
He'll still eat 8 innings up. Not sure if that will be a good thing tonight.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 6:59 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh dear. Not a good start for the boys.
Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?
by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 6:58 PM PDT reply actions
I don't like the looks of this
We’ll be lucky to get out of this 4-0
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
that's a bit pessimistic
i think average is about 2 runs
by SwishMyNish33 on Jun 18, 2008 6:59 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm sure he's getting his latest criticisms of Blanton ready to go.
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That is a great nickname. Fabulous. Claps!
Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?
by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:00 PM PDT up reply actions
Alas, I cannot take credit...totally plagerized.
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
by baseballgirl on Jun 18, 2008 7:02 PM PDT up reply actions
Maybe its the A's
turn for a spanking. Not looking good
by asfaninpismobeach on Jun 18, 2008 6:59 PM PDT reply actions
The Rangers are putting on a
cruise in November. With current and former players. Sounds fun. The A’s should do this.
"JOAN! Are you watching Bombast? Did you see Lack Bust drop that fly call?"
One out.
Come on…two more.
"God doesn't pay attention to your cute little hypotheticals." -- Jeff from LL
Good play, Baby.
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.
followed by the equally important 2nd out. How do we weight the 3rd out?
Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?
by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:03 PM PDT up reply actions
Kuiper's call was a bit strange on that one.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:02 PM PDT reply actions
Cust, you lazy ass!
Swooney would have had that!
"JOAN! Are you watching Bombast? Did you see Lack Bust drop that fly call?"
and Byrnes
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:04 PM PDT up reply actions
Cros!
Nice catch.
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.
This is too predictable after yesterday.
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.
My. Oh my. At least it ain't Mariners' baseball every night.
Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?
by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:05 PM PDT reply actions
So THAT'S what last night felt like.
"JOAN! Are you watching Bombast? Did you see Lack Bust drop that fly call?"
Umm....yeah.
We’ll be lucky to get a run off of Haren.
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
by baseballgirl on Jun 18, 2008 7:06 PM PDT up reply actions
Friday's at the Park
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by Hit4TheCycle on Jun 18, 2008 7:06 PM PDT up reply actions
Let's not start with the hyperbole.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:06 PM PDT up reply actions
Someone needs to send Joe
the cussing email.
"JOAN! Are you watching Bombast? Did you see Lack Bust drop that fly call?"
Blanton hasnt fooled anyone yet
lots of contact and hard contact
by asfaninpismobeach on Jun 18, 2008 7:06 PM PDT reply actions
Well, my two threads just collided
I guess we’re a real good team 80% of the time.
Forget trading this guy—unless it’s a dump to get Gaudin in there. Blanton is simply not good this year.
Unrelated note
Chipper is 2 for 3 so far tonight with a home run
I’m really pulling for him to stay above .400
he was roughly 0-73 against the Angels last weekend
I hope he doesn’t stay above .400.
The A's colors are green and gold.
"Youuuuu DICK!"
Sincerly,
Jeff Spiccoli
Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?
by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:14 PM PDT up reply actions
notice hudson's perfect positioning
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
Anyone else see that sign
from a fan that read, “Bring back Brynes!!!”
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jun 18, 2008 7:10 PM PDT reply actions
Stupid fans
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:11 PM PDT up reply actions
i think we need to retire this one
overused
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
If you're going to the trouble of making
a sign, shouldn’t you at least spend the time to make sure you spell it right?
LOL
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jun 18, 2008 7:13 PM PDT up reply actions
It happens all the time. This crazy spelling error. Wrapped up on this sign.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:16 PM PDT up reply actions
Is he talking about Joanie's family?
Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?
by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:13 PM PDT up reply actions
Do we owe Haren for what he brought to Oakland?
Obviously I want to win but it hurts less knowing how we made out on the deal.
Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?
by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:10 PM PDT reply actions
More of a "Thanks. You're happy, we're happy, it's all good."
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followed by a "Boy. I'm glad that you are in the NL!!"
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:12 PM PDT up reply actions
Maybe I'd prefer if Haren does good
like gives up 2 runs, but A’s still win 2-1. . . too late for that
Now I’m hoping Haren does good, and then bullpen blows it
by SwishMyNish33 on Jun 18, 2008 7:12 PM PDT up reply actions
Jose Reyes is awesome
IF hit, steal, advance to third on the steal, scores on a gb.
The A's colors are green and gold.
Ughh
now next inning has to start with Blanton too
by SwishMyNish33 on Jun 18, 2008 7:13 PM PDT up reply actions
Maybe
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
Wow
Now they show a fan who has a sign that says, “C’mon get some run’s.” Why the apostrophe?
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jun 18, 2008 7:15 PM PDT reply actions
Reminds me of a Bart Simpson shirt I got in Mexico.
He is giving his middle finger with a bubble quote coming out of his mouth that says…
“F* Off Dude’s!”
Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?
by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:18 PM PDT up reply actions
Was Ginger
a Redhead on Gilligans Island? Um… nevermind
by asfaninpismobeach on Jun 18, 2008 7:20 PM PDT up reply actions
Micah Owings can hit though
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by Hit4TheCycle on Jun 18, 2008 7:19 PM PDT up reply actions
Okay, just got back from making
a drink…. I see things are the same. WHY?!
"JOAN! Are you watching Bombast? Did you see Lack Bust drop that fly call?"
Make another.
You’re gonna need it.
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.
I used the last of the OJ. :(
"JOAN! Are you watching Bombast? Did you see Lack Bust drop that fly call?"
No shit. Got any real news?
Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?
by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:24 PM PDT up reply actions
Okay but I don't remember the last time I saw a real life bong.
Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?
by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:26 PM PDT up reply actions
yeah.....
me neither…................................................................................................
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
I miss those days.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:28 PM PDT up reply actions
I Plead the 5th
Honestly, my memory is all wacky about that.
it's just been too long is all we're saying
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
god
bought himself another inning. Hopefully Beane can wrap up the deal with Cashman before the 4th
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
I miss Frank Thomas also
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
I miss winning.
Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?
by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:23 PM PDT reply actions
Normally in the Pitcher vs. Old Team Scenario
Old Team has the advantage. What gives?
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I just wish
The National League would grow up
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
I miss Dan Haren but I want to keep the other fellas.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:25 PM PDT reply actions
Did I mention how much I like Ryan Sweeney?
He’s really improved from the beginning of the season. He’s really leveling off and hitting the ball hard.
That, and his defense and speed are plus.
by VORP is too nerdy on Jun 18, 2008 7:26 PM PDT reply actions
I like that "BARTable" is now used widely as a verb.
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.
Is it Googleable Yet?
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by Hit4TheCycle on Jun 18, 2008 7:27 PM PDT up reply actions
Google says...
Did you mean: bar table
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:28 PM PDT up reply actions
I don't think it's used outside of the BA.
"JOAN! Are you watching Bombast? Did you see Lack Bust drop that fly call?"
Nope.
But widely used as in, outside of me saying it. It was on an official BART commercial. And I love verbifying things.
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.
Is it weird...
That they’re called the White Sox… but they wear black socks?
by VORP is too nerdy on Jun 18, 2008 7:31 PM PDT up reply actions
Is it weird
That the they’re called the Tigers, but they’re humans?
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
LOL
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:33 PM PDT up reply actions
Why yes, yes it is.
Especially when they play like cute little kittens.
by VORP is too nerdy on Jun 18, 2008 7:34 PM PDT up reply actions
Not really.
That’s weird.
"JOAN! Are you watching Bombast? Did you see Lack Bust drop that fly call?"
No. THAT'S weird.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:35 PM PDT up reply actions
well, I think of Bachelor's Degree
Bare ass is just as good, in my opinion,
“Strip.”
”’All the way?”
“To your bare ass.”
Harvey Keitel, Pulp Fiction
Let's not start suckin' each other's dicks quite yet.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:35 PM PDT up reply actions
^^ chuckles ^^
Fun, but the game is supposed to be in line with real dialogue in real time, not just great lines.
Not anymore. This thread needs something other than baseball tonight.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:40 PM PDT up reply actions
BARTable would be an adjective
i.e. “That is a BARTable route,” or “Our group is BARTable.”
“is,” is the verb in both and the nouns are “route” and “group.”
Green Hulk Fists
by oaklandSMASH on Jun 18, 2008 9:01 PM PDT up reply actions
I know that your not suppose to tip your hand as a GM
but seriously Billy. “I want close to the same return for Blanton as I got for Haren” is just a ludicrious statement. That had to get a few laughs from other GM’s. Blanton is not a bad pitcher but he is nowhere near the talent that Haren is.
by asfaninpismobeach on Jun 18, 2008 7:28 PM PDT reply actions
On the flip side...
If Billy is really high on Blanton, maybe other GM’s will bite because of his past success with pitchers.
I don’t buy it either.. but…. I have to believe Billy knows better. It has to be some kind of trick.
by VORP is too nerdy on Jun 18, 2008 7:30 PM PDT up reply actions
Anyone ever
hear what LA was offering up last year? Would be kind of a barometer
by asfaninpismobeach on Jun 18, 2008 7:30 PM PDT up reply actions
I don't know that Billy
responded to the foot tap
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
Grilled salmon, mixed veg spinach salad...then
my super supplements….then down hill from there—- as accidently, I find the big un-opened bag of Rolo’s that I forgot to take to the office on Monday…..oh my…bag is now opened and ready to Rolo!
alaska A
yeah
Trade Joe Blanton
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
er no
Geren thinks Blanton is going to pitch 4 more flawless innings. sigh
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
At this point
You have to decide whether you’re going to feed Blanton to the wolves and leave him in or get someone else in there and put some stress on the bullpen.
by VORP is too nerdy on Jun 18, 2008 7:32 PM PDT up reply actions
BOOOOOO!!!!
U suX JOW! go bac 2 wear u come frum!
"JOAN! Are you watching Bombast? Did you see Lack Bust drop that fly call?"
KFC
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:31 PM PDT reply actions
KFC = Joe B.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:36 PM PDT up reply actions
Carlos has a gun but he needs to learn to shoot straight.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:34 PM PDT reply actions
speaking of California
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
TRADE JOE BLANTON NOW
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
This is painful.
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.
Did Blanton have a bet with Webb, lets see who can get taken out earlier?
by justarebelheart on Jun 18, 2008 7:36 PM PDT reply actions
YAY! YAY! YAY! WAY TO GO JOE! TRADE HIM PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
Holy Cow.
Haren takes Blanton to the shed. 3-run double.
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Payback is such a bitch.
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.
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!
"JOAN! Are you watching Bombast? Did you see Lack Bust drop that fly call?"
That ought to do it. I hate when games are over so early.
Except for last night.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:37 PM PDT reply actions
Wow
Haren ropes a double to center field. Cupcakes, our romance was short lived.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jun 18, 2008 7:37 PM PDT reply actions
HAHAHAHAHAHAH he's poor and extremely not clutch.
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
+1
nothing like it
"I never predict anything, and I never will." Paul Gascoigne, English footballer
by One won lost won on Jun 18, 2008 7:38 PM PDT up reply actions
before the inevitable DFA? I agree.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:39 PM PDT up reply actions
Joe Blanton apologists please stand up
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
I'm sorry.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:39 PM PDT up reply actions
The Sad thing about this is they will not take him out of
the rotation even if he blows four more starts in a row.
What a POS this guy is
Gads, I hate the IBB to get to pitcher
really, It’s bad.
I wouldn't go that far
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
That IBB was a bad move,
Haren’s first AB, he fought Blanton for 9-pitches, he was definitely ready the 2nd around.
Thank God for Gaudin
I was obviously giving Cupcakes more credit than he deserves by calling him mediocre.
Seriously, i see no reason to keep him in the rotation—and his trade value has been shot to hell.
not really shot to hell
remember that the Yankees need a pitcher bad
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
but oh how I could see Joe going to NY
and completely falling apart
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
Doubtful with their lineup.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:41 PM PDT up reply actions
Agreed.
This seems like the perfect time to deal him to the Yankees, too.
by VORP is too nerdy on Jun 18, 2008 7:41 PM PDT up reply actions
And take anything you can get.
I would take Shelly Duncan even. A bag of balls…anything!
A's, baby!
by Coach Cleats on Jun 18, 2008 7:43 PM PDT up reply actions
Problem is
Shelly Duncan is a 1B, and nowhere near Daric Barton’s upside.
by VORP is too nerdy on Jun 18, 2008 7:45 PM PDT up reply actions
Has it ever been an issue before?
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:42 PM PDT up reply actions
It would be nice if they could score at least one…
by justarebelheart on Jun 18, 2008 7:41 PM PDT reply actions
Lets be honest
Who here didn’t think that the A’s had a chance of this happening tonight. I wasnt sure about Blanton exploding but I was pretty sure the A’s would not get very many hits and or runs against Haren.
by asfaninpismobeach on Jun 18, 2008 7:41 PM PDT reply actions
It's only the 4th
And Dan has thrown a ton of pitches already.
by VORP is too nerdy on Jun 18, 2008 7:42 PM PDT up reply actions
I think they can hit off the bullpen
Im just not so sure off of Haren.
by asfaninpismobeach on Jun 18, 2008 7:43 PM PDT up reply actions
yeah it's still only the 4th
and Haren has a few pitches
"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."
If Kiko doesn't pitch, he's hurt.
WEIRD.
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
Mets score again. 2-0!
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.
Don't do this to yourself. You need help.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:43 PM PDT up reply actions
ok guys i just got back from a date
(shut up, i’m on Eastern time)
and every time i have seen this guy, A’s score at least 8 runs that day
so we will be ok, it’s my magic.
Fine. Who wins in extra innings?
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Jun 18, 2008 7:44 PM PDT up reply actions
Did he/she at least put out?
Because the A’s are easily getting put out.
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by Hit4TheCycle on Jun 18, 2008 7:44 PM PDT up reply actions
OK I'm on board.
If we lose though, you gotta call it off.
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