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Open Game Thread: Game 93 - A's vs. Angels

The A's open up an important three-game series against the Angels tonight at the Coliseum.  Newly acquired Sean Gallagher, the key recipient in the Rich Harden trade to the Cubs, will take the hill for the A's against Jon Garland.  And in the spirit of showing off shiny new toys, Matt Murton will also make his A's debut, batting second and playing left field.

Donnie Murphy gets another start at shortstop tonight in Crosby's absence.

The 50-42 A's enter this weekend's series five games back of Anaheim.  If the A's sweep this weekend, they'll be only two games back entering the All-Star break and very much in the race.  If the weekend ends with the A's eight games back, I'd consider that pretty close to insurmountable. 

Here's hoping Murton and Gallagher have awesome Oakland debuts. Let's go A's!



 

 

 

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anyone

check out the photo of Gallagher on the A’s front page? He looks like he’s getting poked in the side.

ohio roots

"Look how far this is from your ‘Moneyball’ theories a couple years ago," Buckley said. "They were drafting all college pitchers. And now who’s the team that got the 16-year-old? Oakland." Chris Buckley, the Cincinnati Reds’ scouting director.

by nickatt7 on Jul 11, 2008 6:51 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

But I thought he lost 30something pounds

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 6:58 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

A little plumbing! Got to plumb! Plumb the depths! The depths of hell! - Larry David, CYE

by Swooney's Left Foot on Jul 11, 2008 7:01 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Cooooold blooded!

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:05 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Why the black jerseys? I hate the black jerseys.

by justarebelheart on Jul 11, 2008 6:54 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Why does everybody hate the black jerseys?

I see that a lot around here. I like them.

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by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 6:55 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think of black the same way as white and gray

Plus, I think it works well with the color scheme. I like ‘em. But then I’m not terribly traditionalist about anything.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 6:59 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

If they want a dark alternate jersey, they should keep the green one only

Now it’s four jerseys. One more is just a way to sell extra uniforms.

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by Flashfire on Jul 11, 2008 7:01 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

+1

They’re cliche and too common.

You can't sit on a lead and run a few plays into the line and just kill the clock. You've got to throw the ball over the goddamn plate and give the other man his chance. That's why baseball is the greatest game of them all. ~Earl Weaver

by UncleLeo on Jul 11, 2008 7:16 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

It lacks imagination

It seems like every team in every sport has a black alternate uni. The green and gold is a much better look.

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:00 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don’t mind them in person but I think they look ugly on TV, and it’s not an A’s color

by justarebelheart on Jul 11, 2008 6:59 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

RBI Machine hitting clean-up tonight...

A’s should score many, many runs!

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by FoolshGame22 on Jul 11, 2008 6:54 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Fred McGriff?

Sweet!

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by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 6:57 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

actually

Somehow, that lineup doesn’t make me cringe as much as they had been the last few days.

"Life is a horizontal fall" -Jean Cocteau

by King Richard on Jul 11, 2008 6:55 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Jack Hannahan and Donnie Murphy back-to-back

“A rally was found murdered Oakland. Police have 2 suspects.”

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 6:59 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

haha...

actually did LOL at that one. QOTM

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by FoolshGame22 on Jul 11, 2008 7:00 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

If it's put up for contention

I humbly request they change it to “in Oakland”

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:02 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Noted

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by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:03 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Except it’s missing Swooney…=(

by justarebelheart on Jul 11, 2008 6:58 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I would still prefer Petit over Murphy

and my dead grandmother over DFA.

A little plumbing! Got to plumb! Plumb the depths! The depths of hell! - Larry David, CYE

by Swooney's Left Foot on Jul 11, 2008 6:58 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'd hope Petit AND Murphy get the start tomorrow against the lefty

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:00 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

How many walk-off HRs has dead grandma hit?

I’m guessing one, two at the most?

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by Nico on Jul 11, 2008 7:00 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I hear she has great plate patience, but definitely a slider speed bat

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:01 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

She rarely swings at anything in the dirt

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:02 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Nicely done.

A little plumbing! Got to plumb! Plumb the depths! The depths of hell! - Larry David, CYE

by Swooney's Left Foot on Jul 11, 2008 7:04 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

She WAS 6'5", 250

A little plumbing! Got to plumb! Plumb the depths! The depths of hell! - Larry David, CYE

by Swooney's Left Foot on Jul 11, 2008 7:05 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Closed stance

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:06 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Open casket

A little plumbing! Got to plumb! Plumb the depths! The depths of hell! - Larry David, CYE

by Swooney's Left Foot on Jul 11, 2008 7:06 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Here, here

It’s not like he’s had a lot of ABs, but he’s hit consistently.

by JoshinPortland on Jul 11, 2008 7:05 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Saw the Beane interview

Man, does anyone else think that Bill looks pasty, pale, and downright tired????

Must be the twins keeping him awake at all hours of the night…...get some rest old man!

by mrod on Jul 11, 2008 6:59 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

and he needs to wash his hair or put a hat on

by justarebelheart on Jul 11, 2008 7:00 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I just caught the end of it.

Did he say anything interesting? And yes, he does look beat up—thinking five years ahead all of the time must be tiring.

Nature's first green is gold...

by prana160 on Jul 11, 2008 7:03 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Pssshh... Twins are easy.

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by louismg on Jul 11, 2008 7:08 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

wow they're cute!

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by batgirl on Jul 12, 2008 6:57 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Let's see...The catcher's leading off...

Emil Brown is batting cleanup against a righty…nobody in the bottom third of the order is hitting better than .225…

Alrighty then!

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by Nico on Jul 11, 2008 6:59 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Hey, when your catcher is hitting .280 on a team full of .220's...

I’ll take it.

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:01 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

This is perfect

We wouldn’t want Gallagher to accidentally think the team has a good offense and he can go around giving up 3 or 4 runs a game. Baptism by fire, baby!

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:02 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Why

I felt confident with him at the plate

by throttle mathius on Jul 11, 2008 7:03 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yes, that's not allowed.

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by Nico on Jul 11, 2008 7:04 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Seriously, where's the fun in that?

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:04 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Really? They'd rather have Rajai on the roster than Bankston?

Doesn’t make a lot of sense to me. Too many OF’s and too many AB’s for Barton.

by boilerdan on Jul 11, 2008 7:04 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Two words- easy out

Two more words- defensive replacement

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?

by ohtobe21likehuston on Jul 11, 2008 7:05 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

They don't have too many OFs this weekend since Sweeney is hurt

And Davis brings something that nobody else does.
And Bankston has an option.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:05 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

and on the 8th day he created- A's baseball

I am so freaking jacked about playing these bitches.

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?

by ohtobe21likehuston on Jul 11, 2008 7:04 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

What's the Spinal Tap line?

What day did God create Angels baseball, and couldn’t he have rested that day, too?

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:07 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm excited too!

I’m hoping for the scrappy!

Stomper is a badass!

by lynnzgal on Jul 11, 2008 7:49 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

No pressure, Sean.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:06 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Yeah really - he doesn't need to pitch a perfect game

A no-hitter would be fine.

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:06 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Why is he throwing up?

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?

by ohtobe21likehuston on Jul 11, 2008 7:06 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

We told him about you.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:07 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

BURN

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:08 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yes.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:09 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

My stomach will be in knots

watching Harden tomorrow, but it’s just the Giants.

Nature's first green is gold...

by prana160 on Jul 11, 2008 7:11 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I LOVE that ASG jersey.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:06 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Better than that orange shit from last year.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:08 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

+1

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?

by ohtobe21likehuston on Jul 11, 2008 7:09 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Aw, Duke! Yay.

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:06 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

YAY! MLB.tv = A's broadcasters

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:06 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Thats always +1

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on Jul 11, 2008 7:08 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Do they have Duchscherer player tees at the Coliseum store now?

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:08 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Too expensive.

Too many letters.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:09 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm watching the ASG in the city with Giants fans.

I gotta represent.

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:10 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

like gallagher

Hes got some facial hair-he will fit right in.

by apilgrim on Jul 11, 2008 7:09 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

K

A little plumbing! Got to plumb! Plumb the depths! The depths of hell! - Larry David, CYE

by Swooney's Left Foot on Jul 11, 2008 7:09 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Gallagher Hitting 95 and 96 on the gun..

Hes got the stuff.

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on Jul 11, 2008 7:09 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

With a sweet Uncle Charley!

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on Jul 11, 2008 7:10 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hello A's fans!

I think you’re going to like Gally!

Hey, it's a new century!

by cowsarecool220 on Jul 11, 2008 7:09 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Welcome

Sorry ‘bout that dinger Gaudin gave up yesterday.

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:10 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Harden will do well in Chigaco for you guys.

As long as he’s handled with care.

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by Kimberly on Jul 11, 2008 7:11 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I hope so!

I can’t wait to see him pitch tomorrow!

Hey, it's a new century!

by cowsarecool220 on Jul 11, 2008 7:12 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

3 fastballs, 3 strikes.

One out. I hate Chone.

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by louismg on Jul 11, 2008 7:09 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Looks good

The A's colors are green and gold.

by mikeA on Jul 11, 2008 7:10 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Sean has some heat...

and, a better curveball than Harden.

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by FoolshGame22 on Jul 11, 2008 7:10 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

But...

Does he have a better surgeon?

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by louismg on Jul 11, 2008 7:10 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

The best

the one you never see

by MobiusKlein on Jul 11, 2008 7:12 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Harden threw a curveball?

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:15 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Maybe in 2007?

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?

by ohtobe21likehuston on Jul 11, 2008 7:16 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm sure he tried it at some point in his career...

but, it didn’t turn out as well as Gallagher’s.

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by FoolshGame22 on Jul 11, 2008 7:16 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Jesus

This guy has some wicked stuff.

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:10 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

BUT WE TRADED HARDEN FOR HIM!!!

BEANE SUCKS!

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on Jul 11, 2008 7:12 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

97...

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:12 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I thought it was a foul tip? Damn

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?

by ohtobe21likehuston on Jul 11, 2008 7:12 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

If he can continue this I may forgive him for the black jerseys

by justarebelheart on Jul 11, 2008 7:12 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Wow, he has awesome mechanics too

Way to go Billy!

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:13 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

thought

i would drop by and see how young gallagher is treating you guys

by ACB on Jul 11, 2008 7:13 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Nice to have you guys.

Welcome. Grab some snacks and a drink. Bathroom’s down the hall on the right.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:16 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

im sure i'll be taking a peek

when Harden makes his introduction over on your side of the fence

by oakinboston on Jul 11, 2008 7:20 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

That'll do.... for NOW.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:14 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Tends to rush his delivery a slight amount though

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:14 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Ugh

mlb.tv’s audio is ahead of the video by a half second. I hear the pop of the glove or crack of the bat before I see it. This will frustrate me.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:15 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I agree..

Do you have trouble hearing the audio on some of the broadcasts? The sound on the Padre’s brodcasts are so low I can barely her them and I have the volume turned all of the way up!

Hey, it's a new century!

by cowsarecool220 on Jul 11, 2008 7:16 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I have my speakers and computer volume all the way up

But the volume on mlb’s crappy video player halfway and it sounds alright for this game. But yeah, many times it’s too quiet.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:17 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think he's a little excited...

his first start with a new team.

Hey, it's a new century!

by cowsarecool220 on Jul 11, 2008 7:15 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

He's overamped - but

the curve to Figgins was AWESOME!

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by Nico on Jul 11, 2008 7:15 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Looked like the Duke's filthy Uncle Charlie

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by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:15 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I guess it's true what they say

Everyone has an aunt named Mary and a filthy uncle named Charlie

A little plumbing! Got to plumb! Plumb the depths! The depths of hell! - Larry David, CYE

by Swooney's Left Foot on Jul 11, 2008 7:17 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

My GOD.

Look at that hair.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:16 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Kielty-like!

Stomper is a badass!

by lynnzgal on Jul 11, 2008 7:53 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Gallagher

enjoy the fastball and when he gets his curve DOWN he does well- but he will hang one or two each game

by ACB on Jul 11, 2008 7:17 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Does he use a two-seamer or changeup at all?

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:18 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

its

4 seam all the way and i havent seen much of a change

throws a slider though

by ACB on Jul 11, 2008 7:18 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hmm

How does he get lefties out?

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:19 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hopefully Duke

Can teach him a cutter

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:20 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Who was the last guy to wear #26

A little plumbing! Got to plumb! Plumb the depths! The depths of hell! - Larry David, CYE

by Swooney's Left Foot on Jul 11, 2008 7:18 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Ground out?

KILL THE GINGER

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by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:19 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

we

have a term for Murton in Cubs land and its WAG (weak ass grounder) this guy will drive you crazy for those

by ACB on Jul 11, 2008 7:22 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

has Murton

ever Ghostrode the whip?

by oakinboston on Jul 11, 2008 7:23 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

no

but he does have herpes on his lip

every month or so he gets a nice sore- its fun times

by ACB on Jul 11, 2008 7:24 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

lol

glad you shared.

by oakinboston on Jul 11, 2008 7:26 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

QOTM

nominee for post I just didn’t see coming

"Don't be an ass!" --Bill King

by batgirl on Jul 12, 2008 7:02 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Jack Cust...single?

Seems like it’s been a while since we’ve had one of those

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by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:20 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

they still make those?

by justarebelheart on Jul 11, 2008 7:20 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Singles are accidents

They’re either home runs that didn’t elevate enough or swings and misses that didn’t happen.

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by Flashfire on Jul 11, 2008 7:21 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Emil hitting .306 his last 6 games.

Surprising to me.

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?

by ohtobe21likehuston on Jul 11, 2008 7:20 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

aaaaaaah

we’re wasting all our hits in the first inning.

"Life is a horizontal fall" -Jean Cocteau

by King Richard on Jul 11, 2008 7:21 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Lew Wolff sitting in the first row of the LF "bleachers" tonight

I hope the guy with the whistle out there blasts away on it all night, drives Lew nuts and gets the “Fan Code of Conduct” changed to ban whistles from the ballpark.

by Soaker on Jul 11, 2008 7:22 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Why does Email

Always pause for a second after swinging? What are you looking at, dude? Run!!!!

by Bretter on Jul 11, 2008 7:22 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

He's shocked that he got a hit

I pause and stare for a second, too. I can’t blame him for it.

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by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:22 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Because he's surprised.

Aren’t you?

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by louismg on Jul 11, 2008 7:22 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

He’s surprised. He’s not use to it going anywhere, except into the glove of the catcher

by justarebelheart on Jul 11, 2008 7:23 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Well that explains the 97 from Gallagher

The radar gun is about 2 mph fast today. No way in hell Garland throws 95.

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:24 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

TV radar gun is a couple MPH faster...

than Gameday.

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by FoolshGame22 on Jul 11, 2008 7:24 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Gameday is quite inaccurate in a lot of ways

I’ve recently been doing some pitch tracking in an effort to get a job with this company, and I tried to use gameday as a reference and it’s pretty impossible. They use stadium guns (which are almost always amped up to make pitch speeds look faster) and they misidentify pitches a lot. In one game I did, they had Harden with sliders and splitters when he threw nothing but fastballs and changeups the whole game.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:26 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Gallagher topped out at 95...

Garland at 93 on Gameday.

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by FoolshGame22 on Jul 11, 2008 7:25 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

My guess on Gallagher is that

the A’s will work with him on a changeup – the A’s feel it’s a more important pitch than the breaking pitches. If he refines any sort of a changeup to go with his fastball, he won’t have to rely on so many curves he can hang.

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:26 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

The change is also a lot safer on the arm.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:27 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Actually

A properly thrown breaking ball places no more stress on the arm than a fastball does.

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:28 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Doesn't it depend on the type of curve?

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?

by ohtobe21likehuston on Jul 11, 2008 7:29 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I've actually heard that the splitter is one of the worst on the arm, too.

I think this is one of those areas where nobody really knows, but we do know that overhand = unnatural.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:31 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Mostly because of the finger spacing

It adds stress on the forearm, which in turn works its way through the arm. Stress at any point on the arm from hand to shoulder will cause increased injury risk.

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:32 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Depends on a lot of things

Slurves aren’t good, they involve some twisting of the wrist to get the extra side-to-side break which places added stress on the arm. Same with people who hook their wrists when throwing a curveball, added stress. A 12-6 curveball with a follow through like a fastball (i.e. the wrist isn’t still pointed towards 1st base for a RHP) will not hurt the arm anymore than a fastball.

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:32 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Exactly

I’d also expect them to add a two-seamer; he already has a great fastball and if he added a little movement in situations where he needs a ground ball, that would be excellent.

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:27 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I finally finished the Ziggy Bobble Zillage project.

I hope I don’t jinx him.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:27 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

AHh! So pretty!

Maybe I’ll make myself a Duchscherer glitter tee for the ASG viewing.

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:28 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

What?!?

I made two very nice glitter signs for the A’s-Giants game.

They were fantastic.

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:31 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Thanks

My little cousin is in visiting and had quite a few questions as to why I was glittering things.

“Is this for school?”
“I’m not in school.”
“Why not?”
“I graduated.”
“You should get a job.”

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:31 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hahaha.

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:32 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

On Thursday, she spent 20 minutes

explaining why The Fifth Element is her favorite moment.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:34 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Movie

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:35 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

10?

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Indeed.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:31 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

awesome

There's no crying in baseball!

by gigglingone on Jul 11, 2008 7:29 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm missing two of the series.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:32 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oh, hi, Jaymee

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:27 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

pretty filthy stuff...

so far, so good.

Foolsh, the most insane regular poster on AN since oaktoon left - salb

by FoolshGame22 on Jul 11, 2008 7:29 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

How old is this kid 22

ill never forget when Lou came out to the mound in chicago, went off on him

by buckfan6 on Jul 11, 2008 7:30 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

he

hung a breaking pitch and they hit it out

then sean got it together and lou praised him after the game- lou loved the kid fwiw

by ACB on Jul 11, 2008 7:35 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Why would a pitcher ever throw Kendrick a strike?

He swings at everything, but unlike Vlad, he doesn’t hit crap that bounces or is 6 feet over his head.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:30 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I like the announcing team's outlook

“Getting a power pitcher when you trade away a power pitcher? Billy Beane might have done his best.”

That’s certainly high praise.

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:30 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Probably means his best in terms of what to get for harden

is how I interpreted it.

However, Fosse loves exaggeration.

by Bretter on Jul 11, 2008 7:31 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Good point.

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:33 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

My only "concern" so far is that Gallagher

needs to work the inside half of the plate – Anderson and Rivera got too good a swing.

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:31 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

way to go ellis

HELMET: Sandurz, what's going on?
SANDURZ: It's Mega Maid. She's gone from suck to
blow!

by SoCalA'sFan on Jul 11, 2008 7:31 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Nice slide Rivera!

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on Jul 11, 2008 7:32 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Good bunt but great play. Shit.

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?

by ohtobe21likehuston on Jul 11, 2008 7:32 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Harry

Pavaldis does the Cubs Pitch F/X data and Gallagher has a 4 seam a seldom used 2 seam a curve and a slider

by ACB on Jul 11, 2008 7:32 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

That was a helluva bunt, though

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:33 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Garland has been pretty unhittable as of late

HELMET: Sandurz, what's going on?
SANDURZ: It's Mega Maid. She's gone from suck to
blow!

by SoCalA'sFan on Jul 11, 2008 7:33 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Eh, he was trying for a hit

Not a true sac bunt.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:34 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Will we score?

[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] Whats “score” mean?

facepalm.jpg

by Zonis on Jul 11, 2008 7:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

option 3

HELMET: Sandurz, what's going on?
SANDURZ: It's Mega Maid. She's gone from suck to
blow!

by SoCalA'sFan on Jul 11, 2008 7:34 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

The answer:

20 years

I want an A's-Rays ALCS.

by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Jul 11, 2008 7:35 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

What's "option 3" mean?

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:35 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Option 3 is the third option reached...

...and the option to reach shall be 3.

Option 5 is right out!

I want an A's-Rays ALCS.

by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Jul 11, 2008 7:36 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yes!

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on Jul 11, 2008 7:34 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Woohoo!

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on Jul 11, 2008 7:36 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

For those scoring at home

Or even if you’re alone

A little plumbing! Got to plumb! Plumb the depths! The depths of hell! - Larry David, CYE

by Swooney's Left Foot on Jul 11, 2008 7:35 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

whats

scoring, i remember seeing it once but can’t recall what it is.

ohio roots

"Look how far this is from your ‘Moneyball’ theories a couple years ago," Buckley said. "They were drafting all college pitchers. And now who’s the team that got the 16-year-old? Oakland." Chris Buckley, the Cincinnati Reds’ scouting director.

by nickatt7 on Jul 11, 2008 7:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I'm hungry!

What’s everyone having for dinner?

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Rib Eye Steak and Jack

A little plumbing! Got to plumb! Plumb the depths! The depths of hell! - Larry David, CYE

by Swooney's Left Foot on Jul 11, 2008 7:36 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I stopped at Barney's on the way home

Teriyaki Garden Burger with mushrooms. Side order of curly fries. Yummmmmm

There's no crying in baseball!

by gigglingone on Jul 11, 2008 7:36 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oh man, that sounds good!!

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:37 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

it was fabulous

I highly recommend it. The burger normally comes with onions and bell peppers, but ick.

There's no crying in baseball!

by gigglingone on Jul 11, 2008 7:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'd go for all that :)

Sounds awesome

I want an A's-Rays ALCS.

by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Jul 11, 2008 7:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I had a pork burger

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:37 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Euphamism?

A little plumbing! Got to plumb! Plumb the depths! The depths of hell! - Larry David, CYE

by Swooney's Left Foot on Jul 11, 2008 7:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

no

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:39 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Haha!

Oh my.

Stomper is a badass!

by lynnzgal on Jul 11, 2008 7:58 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I had sushi- spicy tuna, spiker maki, salmon, eel and then went back

and ordered more spicy tuna. Mmmmm.

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?

by ohtobe21likehuston on Jul 11, 2008 7:37 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Top ramen

Procrastinators unite....tomorrow

by muffinpryde on Jul 11, 2008 7:47 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Looked just off the plate to me, but damn close

In search of a new signature. Say something funny and you may see your comment here!

by DMOAS on Jul 11, 2008 7:36 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

wow we got away with strike 3 there

HELMET: Sandurz, what's going on?
SANDURZ: It's Mega Maid. She's gone from suck to
blow!

by SoCalA'sFan on Jul 11, 2008 7:35 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Over-head view

didnt catch the plate.

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on Jul 11, 2008 7:37 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

That was off the plate

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:36 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

YES!

HELMET: Sandurz, what's going on?
SANDURZ: It's Mega Maid. She's gone from suck to
blow!

by SoCalA'sFan on Jul 11, 2008 7:36 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Hannahan!!

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:36 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Hannahmontanahan

HELMET: Sandurz, what's going on?
SANDURZ: It's Mega Maid. She's gone from suck to
blow!

by SoCalA'sFan on Jul 11, 2008 7:37 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yay Miley!

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:36 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Sweeeeeet

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:37 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Way to go Hanrahan!!

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:37 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Hannahan obviously wants to stick around for awhile.

How’s Gallagher doing so far?

"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer

by alox on Jul 11, 2008 7:37 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Looks awesome

Wicked filthy stuff

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

So we

have Harden on 5 days rest vs the AAAA Giants tommorow

how many K’s will he rack up?

by ACB on Jul 11, 2008 7:37 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

in 8 innings

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I say 11

What do I win if I’m right?

There's no crying in baseball!

by gigglingone on Jul 11, 2008 7:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

An inflated sense of self-esteem?

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:39 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

What if that was already there?

Oh snap

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:39 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Down goes Frazier! Down goes Frazier!

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:44 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

A lightbulb for your avatar

It’s awfully dark…

I want an A's-Rays ALCS.

by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Jul 11, 2008 7:40 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

my avatar used to be Rich Harden

I replaced it with a black square after he was traded….can’t figure out what to put there next….

There's no crying in baseball!

by gigglingone on Jul 11, 2008 7:41 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

20 pounds of potato salad is in the fridge

Two smoked salmon get chilled next. Then the chicken marinade for the kabobs.

Then that’s all for today. Hope the game is going well.

Hey Ray, there’s 8 racks of baby back ribs, too, I start smoking at Hindenburg at 12:15. Kinders ain’t go nothing on me, man, stop by a chomp a bit, eh?

by paradox on Jul 11, 2008 7:38 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

wow

alaska A

by ak_A on Jul 11, 2008 7:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

[polishes fingernails

I’ll show you this marinade, man, it’s awesome, but I gotta run, the salmon is ready.

by paradox on Jul 11, 2008 7:39 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Speaking of which...

...my friend at work just got back from a week’s vacation in Ketchikan. Brought back 150 pounds of fish (including lots of king salmon) that he caught. Had a blast. Lucky dog…

I want an A's-Rays ALCS.

by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Jul 11, 2008 7:45 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Regurgitation.

"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer

by alox on Jul 11, 2008 7:50 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

The way I understand it, he had them vaccuum packed...

...and brought them back in three boxes as luggage.

I want an A's-Rays ALCS.

by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Jul 11, 2008 7:51 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Little Nam King

Chicken won ton soup for lunch, so nothing, cuz that shit will last you the rest o the day.

Stomper is a badass!

by lynnzgal on Jul 11, 2008 8:00 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

All y'all actually living in Oakland probably have more insight on Lew Wolff than I

Is this “sitting with the fans” thing for real, or just a lame PR schtick that he does a lot?

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:38 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

but it's always in the first deck behind teh dugout

I think this is the first time he’s sat in the bleachers.

There's no crying in baseball!

by gigglingone on Jul 11, 2008 7:42 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oops...

...that was meant to answer your avatar question. Right answer, wrong comment.

I want an A's-Rays ALCS.

by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Jul 11, 2008 7:47 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

lol

There's no crying in baseball!

by gigglingone on Jul 11, 2008 7:47 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

He get's a bad rap from some...

but I think he’s a pretty good owner. At least he’s actively looking for a solution to the a’s revenue/attendance woes. He wants to win and he seems sincere….even if you disagree with what he’s doing. On the whole, it could be a lot worse.

"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer

by alox on Jul 11, 2008 7:42 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Fair 'nuff

Thanks.

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:43 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

So many hits!

does not compute.

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:40 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Her computer has no problem but her brain says

“Syntax error”

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?

by ohtobe21likehuston on Jul 11, 2008 7:41 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

And you expect me not to be mean to you?

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:42 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hah...you're only mean when your drinking.

"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer

by alox on Jul 11, 2008 7:45 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Nah, I'm mean all the time.

I’m funny when I drink.

[makes this one a double]

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:49 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Early start today?

I do like me some doubles…

"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer

by alox on Jul 11, 2008 7:53 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

It's not SO early - 8pm!?!

I’m gonna have to pick up a new bottle to bring to the tailgate tomorrow though.

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:56 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Sounds like my computer at work

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:42 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Murty...?

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:43 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

The Big Murt

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:44 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Run this pitch count up

they used it all in texas

by buckfan6 on Jul 11, 2008 7:44 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

WAG!

Procrastinators unite....tomorrow

by muffinpryde on Jul 11, 2008 7:45 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

eric patterson

would be a better MLB hitter if given time than Murton- unless they change his swing he just pounds the ball into the dirt

by ACB on Jul 11, 2008 7:46 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

But everybody here screams and whines and bitches when a guy takes a called third strike on a close pitch

Can’t have it both ways

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:46 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

WHY NOT

I want it both ways.

by MobiusKlein on Jul 11, 2008 7:47 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Shows what you know.

Of course I can. I am the epitome of an irrational fan.

"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer

by alox on Jul 11, 2008 7:47 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oh, well, in that case... bitch on!

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:47 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Murton almost got one of those weak hits

we were hearing about.

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:47 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

He must have some wheels, yeah?

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:48 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

no

the sheer volume of WAG’s means that sometimes they will die in the right spot

by ACB on Jul 11, 2008 7:49 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Why didn't they send Smith down instead of Bankston?

We could have used Bankston in the Saunders game.

When you have a chance to get a guy like Sean Gallagher, you take it!

by WaddellCanseco on Jul 11, 2008 7:47 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Smith? Greg Smith?

Won’t he be needed in the next 10 days?

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:48 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Not till the 22nd, so no

When you have a chance to get a guy like Sean Gallagher, you take it!

by WaddellCanseco on Jul 11, 2008 7:48 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I should've done the math. I guess he wouldn't be.

That’s a good question.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:48 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

He has all three options left

I have a hard time believing he’ll spend any great length of time in the minors the next two years. If he does, we don’t really want him anyway.

When you have a chance to get a guy like Sean Gallagher, you take it!

by WaddellCanseco on Jul 11, 2008 7:53 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

i wonder

how many people have been DFAd after a walkoff home run. teehee

by oakinboston on Jul 11, 2008 7:49 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Because he was the Man of the Match yesterday

When you have a chance to get a guy like Sean Gallagher, you take it!

by WaddellCanseco on Jul 11, 2008 7:49 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I also wouldn't have minded Patterson up for Petit

But I’m wrong because Hannahan got a hit.

When you have a chance to get a guy like Sean Gallagher, you take it!

by WaddellCanseco on Jul 11, 2008 7:48 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

What can Patterson do that Petit can't?

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:49 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

My cunning plan was to have him play 3B and bat 9th

Be a second leadoff guy and imitate Delino Deshields. Apparently he’s an outstanding baserunner, and better hitter than Petit.

When you have a chance to get a guy like Sean Gallagher, you take it!

by WaddellCanseco on Jul 11, 2008 7:50 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Has he ever played third? He's bad defensively.

And even though I don’t think Petit will be much of a hitter, Patterson can’t hit either.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:51 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

If he really can't hit or field we shouldn't have traded for him

When you have a chance to get a guy like Sean Gallagher, you take it!

by WaddellCanseco on Jul 11, 2008 7:52 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

That's kind of why people have been in an uproar the past few days

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:53 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

OK but the A's at least shouldn't think he's useless

If he can’t outhit Petit, he is

When you have a chance to get a guy like Sean Gallagher, you take it!

by WaddellCanseco on Jul 11, 2008 7:54 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don't think we traded for HIM

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?

by ohtobe21likehuston on Jul 11, 2008 7:54 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

It's possible he's headed elsewhere I suppose

When you have a chance to get a guy like Sean Gallagher, you take it!

by WaddellCanseco on Jul 11, 2008 7:56 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

IF somebody wants him...

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?

by ohtobe21likehuston on Jul 11, 2008 7:57 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Dear CSN,

Fuck you. Stop playing that commercial.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:49 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Swooney would have had that can we DFA him yet?

by justarebelheart on Jul 11, 2008 7:51 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Sweeney would've caught that

HELMET: Sandurz, what's going on?
SANDURZ: It's Mega Maid. She's gone from suck to
blow!

by SoCalA'sFan on Jul 11, 2008 7:51 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Yep, glove on the right hand

and he grabs that easy.

"I never predict anything, and I never will." Paul Gascoigne, English footballer

by One won lost won on Jul 11, 2008 7:54 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Damn it Brown

Catch the damn ball

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:51 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Is it OK to DFA Emil now?

When you have a chance to get a guy like Sean Gallagher, you take it!

by WaddellCanseco on Jul 11, 2008 7:51 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Lame

So lame. They already had Jeremy Giambi, Emil, and he did it better.

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:52 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Flat out misses it

How many runs including that one will that cost us

by Trainman on Jul 11, 2008 7:52 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Brown should have had that...

unlike Fosse, I think he made it to the ball quite easily.

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by FoolshGame22 on Jul 11, 2008 7:52 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Before now, I was on the fence with Brown.

Now? DFA his ass RIGHT NOW.

"That Crosby kid, as well as that Chavez guy, suck." - my Grandfather
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by Morgasm on Jul 11, 2008 7:52 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Swooney would've had that.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:52 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Not so early in the game

Even with this offense, you have to hope they’re gonna score a couple more.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:54 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

i thought the same

but do coaches train their players to drop balls in situations like that?

HELMET: Sandurz, what's going on?
SANDURZ: It's Mega Maid. She's gone from suck to
blow!

by SoCalA'sFan on Jul 11, 2008 7:54 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Probably not a lot

There are rare situations where you should intentionally not record the out.

That was not one of them.

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by Flashfire on Jul 11, 2008 7:55 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

If you have the infield in, you're saying

“We don’t want to trade an out for a run.” So then why catch the foul fly – especially with two strikes?

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:55 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

POTM

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?

by ohtobe21likehuston on Jul 11, 2008 7:55 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

pout of the month?

Procrastinators unite....tomorrow

by muffinpryde on Jul 11, 2008 7:59 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

woulda been a double play

Email, don’t think your heroics yesterday can just erase a season of futility.

It’s been said before, but… he has a .285 OBP. That’s amazing.

by Bretter on Jul 11, 2008 7:53 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

We need a new thread.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:54 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Urge to kill... rising

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:56 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Urge "overkill?"

Was Black Snake Moan a comedy or a drama?

by ohtobe21likehuston on Jul 11, 2008 7:59 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Bitch.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:57 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, I did that

Mentioned his OBP after discussing his bad D.

I went there.

by Bretter on Jul 11, 2008 7:54 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Those are earned runs aren't they?

Can’t the official scorer see that any play with Emil is an error? Even the ones he makes?

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

by Joey C. on Jul 11, 2008 7:54 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I think the fact that he totally whiffed even though he was right there

Makes it technically not an error. Just one of those bad breaks for the pitcher.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 7:55 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yep. One of the rules of objectivity to help a scorer...

...deal with the subjective. Sure doesn’t help Gallagher, however.

I want an A's-Rays ALCS.

by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Jul 11, 2008 7:58 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I honestly hate him, he ruined Gallagher's start

HELMET: Sandurz, what's going on?
SANDURZ: It's Mega Maid. She's gone from suck to
blow!

by SoCalA'sFan on Jul 11, 2008 7:55 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Emil Brown just blew the kid's decent start

Prince: This bores me. Is anyone up for a game of basketball?

by baseb3383 on Jul 11, 2008 7:54 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

A few photos in the DLD

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:56 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Which all focused on Sweeney's finger

Next time I’ll try to capture the whole scene. Rookie mistake.

by Soaker on Jul 11, 2008 7:58 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

No, it was great.

Thanks!

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:59 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

My friend did..she said she thoroughly enjoyed it

by justarebelheart on Jul 11, 2008 7:56 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

We need photos.

Mark Ellis: sent down from Heaven to rob Evil of hits and hand out rainbows

by Jennifer on Jul 11, 2008 7:58 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I’ll see if she has some…she got back in line and got me autographed pictures, almost like i was there but not

by justarebelheart on Jul 11, 2008 7:58 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

That play by E. Brown was pathetic

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 Jul 11, 2008 7:55 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

tough

luck for Gallagher there both hits could have been outs

by ACB on Jul 11, 2008 7:55 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Gallagher must be pissed.

The kid was having a fine start. I like Gally more now since he had to put up with that shitty D.
Can we ban Brown in real life? Please?

"That Crosby kid, as well as that Chavez guy, suck." - my Grandfather
Currently Listening: Kanye West - Graduation; In Flames - A Sense of Purpose.

by Morgasm on Jul 11, 2008 7:56 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

facepalm.jpg

by Zonis on Jul 11, 2008 7:58 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

New game thread is now open

"The painting was a gift, Todd. I'm taking it with me." -Wedding Crashers

by notsellingjeans on Jul 11, 2008 7:58 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Here's the link

http://www.athleticsnation.com/2008/7/11/570013/open-game-thread-game-93-c

"The painting was a gift, Todd. I'm taking it with me." -Wedding Crashers

by notsellingjeans on Jul 11, 2008 7:59 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Jack Cust!

That guy can do no wrong. Ever. Ever.

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by louismg on Jul 11, 2008 8:01 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Cust can't be worse than Rivera defensively, can he?

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 8:01 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

whoa

alaska A

by ak_A on Jul 11, 2008 8:01 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

JD's tips to catching fly balls:
1 – Look at the ball when attempting to catch it.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 8:02 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

some kind of symmetry in this game...2-2

both teams get a “triple” on misplays, and the runner from first scores.

Beautiful in a baseball way.

"I never predict anything, and I never will." Paul Gascoigne, English footballer

by One won lost won on Jul 11, 2008 8:02 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

That was a double + advancement on the throw, wasn't it?

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 8:03 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Cust closed his eyes at the plate

expecting a nasty collision with Mr. “FirePlug” but he got in under him.

"I never predict anything, and I never will." Paul Gascoigne, English footballer

by One won lost won on Jul 11, 2008 8:03 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

UNICORN AGILITY!

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 8:04 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Crazy!

Stomper is a badass!

by lynnzgal on Jul 11, 2008 8:04 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Go Ma El!

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on Jul 11, 2008 8:04 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

You tell 'Em

Geren!

Stomper is a badass!

by lynnzgal on Jul 11, 2008 8:04 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Wow, they called him out

Joe West making calls from third base. Btw, in the list of a-holes on this planet. Joe West is probably in the top 10.

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 8:05 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Is that the portly

Ahem . . . gentleman?

Stomper is a badass!

by lynnzgal on Jul 11, 2008 8:06 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yep. His nickname is "Cowboy"

And it’s not because he likes the hats

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 8:07 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Haha!

Omg! I love this game!

Stomper is a badass!

by lynnzgal on Jul 11, 2008 8:05 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Wait, did they call a tag or out of the baseline?

http://bocropleasestopswingingatbadpitches.blogspot.com/

by thejd44 on Jul 11, 2008 8:06 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Retribution!

Woohoo!

Stomper is a badass!

by lynnzgal on Jul 11, 2008 8:07 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Murty!

When will then be now? Soon.

by Syphon on Jul 11, 2008 8:18 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

God felt sorry for Gallagher and punished the Angels

for taking a temporary lead.

Emil Brown will be struck by lightning in the 8th inning unless he gets 2 more hits

by Trainman on Jul 11, 2008 8:30 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

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