Open Thread: Game 84 - A's at Angels (cont)
by baseballgirl on Jul 2, 2008 2:37 PM PDT
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Well, once again, the bullpen ruins a perfectly nice A's 3-2 lead, as Foulke becomes today's goat. But hey, at least the game stayed tied at 3 this time. Oh, no it totally didn't because Foulke did the SAME THING as Embree last night, giving up a two-run homerun to follow the blown save (I won't tell you it was Rivera's first homerun of the year).
But unlike last night, the A's have three innings to get back on the board.
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can we have self-pitch in the 7th
man Foulke is just throwing meatballs and fooling absolutely no one
"Just looking at Lackey's face, you just want to beat him" -Ray Fosse
by marco magic on Jul 2, 2008 2:40 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Casilla and Devine go down and the Pen turns
to absolute *** with Geren assist
by Trainman on Jul 2, 2008 2:41 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Working right now but I had to alliterate
fuck foulke! that guy is finished!
Green Hulk Fists
by oaklandSMASH on Jul 2, 2008 2:41 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
This game is EXACTLY the situation
I described a few days ago where Gaudin should pitch 2-3 innings. Eveland goes 5.2 IP, A’s lead, you can go to someone also worthy of the rotation and who’s fresh, instead of squeezing outs from a series of flawed pitchers.
Ziggy 3 IP yesterday when he’s on a roll, and Gaudin today, and we may well sweep the series.
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 2, 2008 2:41 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Better Yet.
Let Eveland try and get that final out.
What about Barry?
"Barry who?" Forst said, and I felt like I was in the middle of a knock-knock joke.
by KMoAsFan on Jul 2, 2008 2:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
+1
The A’s had a real good shot at sweeping this series.
by VORP is too nerdy on Jul 2, 2008 2:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Seriously.
Gaudin is WASTING away in the pen.
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 2, 2008 2:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nico...
you should’ve been Beane’s best man.
I am Ray Fosse's man crushes for Clay Wood and Jason Kendall.
by franks a lot on Jul 2, 2008 2:44 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I totally agree. These games just may be looked at as a turning point for the worse
The poor decisions by the manager to take out guys who were doing pretty well COMBINED with the poor 3rd base coaching on Saturday has cost this team some very crucial games.
OUR TEAM IS SEVERELY SHORTHANDED IN THE LINE-UP RIGHT NOW. THE TEAM CANNOT AFFORD POOR MANAGEMENT AND COACHING.
by Yellowhorse on Jul 2, 2008 2:46 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Let's go A's!
(I type like Keith and Alan pitch.)
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 2:41 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Foulke has been smoke and mirrors all year...
It’s only going to get worse. he is done.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 2:42 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I don't even think he has mirrors...
I am Ray Fosse's man crushes for Clay Wood and Jason Kendall.
by franks a lot on Jul 2, 2008 2:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
and he's not throwing smoke
"May a nit suck Cajun geese?" wonders Red. No, we see gnu Jack Cust in a yam.
by andeux on Jul 2, 2008 2:44 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That is also True:
He has been terrible and has been VERY fortunate to have the ERA and WHIP that he did. he was tossing BP.
Pride And Poise!!!
by saint on Jul 2, 2008 2:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well Rivera
just hit a screaming ball through that smoke and shattered that mirror.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 2:44 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Instead of 1.5 back, we end up 4.5 back
Fantastic way to end the first half and get some momentum heading towards the ASB.
by mikev on Jul 2, 2008 2:43 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Try 5.5
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 2, 2008 2:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
wth?
now Saunders is in line for the win
dammit!
witty remark
by dtownmbrown on Jul 2, 2008 2:44 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Not if Bowen homers... :)
"Well, I've wrestled with reality for 35 years, doctor, and I'm happy to state that I've finally won out over it." -- Elwood P. Dowd (Jimmy Stewart), "Harvey"
by Derwood13 on Jul 2, 2008 2:45 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, it's like Scoscia is showing Geren
“See Bob, it doesn’t hurt to let your starter go over 100 pitches once in a while”
"I've never hit a ball that good and not have it go out" –Jack Cust
by PortlandPachyderm on Jul 2, 2008 2:47 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
NO MORE FOULKE
I say no Foulke for you. He has just not done it for us this year. And yes, we are wasting a quality arm in Gaudin.
Enjoy the game
by DCinWC on Jul 2, 2008 2:44 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Blevins deserves a call up
I am Ray Fosse's man crushes for Clay Wood and Jason Kendall.
by franks a lot on Jul 2, 2008 2:45 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It was funny
Did you see Rich Harden and Dana Eveland both shaking their heads in the dugout after the Rivera bomb? I imagine they felt it was coming. Just as we all did.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 2:45 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, like "Sad Clown" funny
Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.
by Joey C. on Jul 2, 2008 2:47 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It kills the argument....
that Foulke, not Embree, should’ve been used last night. Same exact thing happened. Whew.
by arch on Jul 2, 2008 2:45 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Hindsight, but
in both cases, the previous pitcher was pulled too early and it backfired on Geren, IMO.
"I've never hit a ball that good and not have it go out" –Jack Cust
by PortlandPachyderm on Jul 2, 2008 2:49 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Man, so true...
managerial blunders on back-to-back games….
by arch on Jul 2, 2008 2:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I still don't get why
if the A’s insist on using Foulke why they wouldn’t have left Eveland in for Kotchman at the very least? I’m thoroughly baffled by that.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 2:46 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
We'll never know
They will mumble stuff, issue platitudes, and never say.
by MobiusKlein on Jul 2, 2008 2:48 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
This is one of those...
where you write it on a legal pad and save it for the next interview with Billy. He’ll love that.
More than just ANtics: http://www.louisgray.com/live/
by louismg on Jul 2, 2008 2:49 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bullpen L/R Matchups
Have been Geren’s biggest downfall this year, especially with Embree pitching to RH batters. You’re absolutely right Blez. Eveland should have faced Kotchman.
Everything looks nicer when you win. The girls are prettier. The cigars taste better. The trees are greener. Billy Martin
by Steve in Napa on Jul 2, 2008 2:49 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know that Kotchman has hit lefties pretty well this year
but still, I like Eveland against Kotchman much more than anyone else in the A’s pen.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 2:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
glad I had muted mlbtv before the big foulke-up
alaska A
by ak_A on Jul 2, 2008 2:48 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Everyone keeps saying bring in Gaudin.
He would’ve been better than Foulke no doubt today, and Embree last night. But over the long haul we can’t just keep saying use Gaudin (although that may never be the problem if Geren doesn’t use him). The guy can’t come in every single night. We need some help in that bullpen. If Casilla is healthy he’s about the only other guy we can have confidence in the pen. I wonder if Taylor Buchholz might be available???
What about Barry?
"Barry who?" Forst said, and I felt like I was in the middle of a knock-knock joke.
by KMoAsFan on Jul 2, 2008 2:48 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
We're not saying pitch him every day
It’s just that every day, he hasn’t been used the day before so we’re like “OK, use him the f—TODAY.”
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 2, 2008 2:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I totally get that.
HE SHOULD’VE USED HIM TODAY. I’m just talking about getting help for this second half playoff run.
What about Barry?
"Barry who?" Forst said, and I felt like I was in the middle of a knock-knock joke.
by KMoAsFan on Jul 2, 2008 2:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Help like Devine, and a healthy Casilla.
by mikev on Jul 2, 2008 2:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
We don't know if they are healthy.
Devine isn’t even throwing and Casilla is nothing like he was earlier in the season.
What about Barry?
"Barry who?" Forst said, and I felt like I was in the middle of a knock-knock joke.
by KMoAsFan on Jul 2, 2008 2:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He doesn't come in every single night, though. He barely comes in at all.
I think the point is he should be used BEFORE guys like Foulke or Embree since he’s a better pitcher than the two of them.
by mikev on Jul 2, 2008 2:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The Pale Ho's
I just like typing that.
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 2:48 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Wait, I just got here Why isn't R. Sweeney playing?
We only have 2-3 decent hitters and he is on the bench? Is he hurt?
Surely, he could be at DH if you wanted to get the right handed hitting Brown and Davis in?
by Yellowhorse on Jul 2, 2008 2:48 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
sore ankle
taking the day off after getting all those fly-ball outs yesterday.
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 2:49 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Angels blowing the game right back...
5-4. Saunders about to lose #12.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 2:49 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Is anything happening in the game
Yahoo has not updated for a few minutes (since Gonzalez single)
"May a nit suck Cajun geese?" wonders Red. No, we see gnu Jack Cust in a yam.
by andeux on Jul 2, 2008 2:49 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Let's Go A's!!!
There is no A in OFFENSE!!
by wacchampions on Jul 2, 2008 2:49 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
yeah Angels throwing error!
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 2:49 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I'll take that.
What about Barry?
"Barry who?" Forst said, and I felt like I was in the middle of a knock-knock joke.
by KMoAsFan on Jul 2, 2008 2:49 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
did i see a green guy cross the plate???
alaska A
by ak_A on Jul 2, 2008 2:49 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I didn't "see" anything
radio only here. But yeah, the Angels let a Green Guy score.
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 2:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Why exactly did they need to remove Eveland??
The Angels are giving us the game. NOW TAKE IT
by Yellowhorse on Jul 2, 2008 2:49 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Details please!
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 2, 2008 2:50 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Grounder to Aybar..threw it past Kendrick into RF
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 2:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Aybar got a routine ground ball at short.
And he threw the ball into right field. Gonzalez scored from first.
by VORP is too nerdy on Jul 2, 2008 2:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Guys threw pitches, other guys hit them, finally some other dudes threw the ball improperly and that first guy ran around the bases.
by mikev on Jul 2, 2008 2:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sharply hit grounder to short, bad throw to 2nd, Bowen advances to 2B and somebody scored
Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.
by Joey C. on Jul 2, 2008 2:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Why not Hannahan for Murphy here?
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 2, 2008 2:50 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Or Sweeney
If he can swing a bat.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 2:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
There's a captain sailing this ship?!
I am Ray Fosse's man crushes for Clay Wood and Jason Kendall.
by franks a lot on Jul 2, 2008 2:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thank you Napoli
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 2:51 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
And a passed ball..
The Angels are pathetic.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 2:51 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Seems to me we all thought the A's were pathetic first.
TOO MUCH NEGATIVITY! Lots of time keft! Lets. Go. A’s!
"Well, I've wrestled with reality for 35 years, doctor, and I'm happy to state that I've finally won out over it." -- Elwood P. Dowd (Jimmy Stewart), "Harvey"
by Derwood13 on Jul 2, 2008 2:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Time "left" even...
"Well, I've wrestled with reality for 35 years, doctor, and I'm happy to state that I've finally won out over it." -- Elwood P. Dowd (Jimmy Stewart), "Harvey"
by Derwood13 on Jul 2, 2008 2:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, let’s get Foulke a win! He, um, deserves it?
by kirbyk on Jul 2, 2008 2:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You kept the faith
However, you would have to admit that things took a very bad turn the last few days (especially the loss of Chavez)
by Yellowhorse on Jul 2, 2008 2:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ok.......this is it!!!
There is no A in OFFENSE!!
by wacchampions on Jul 2, 2008 2:51 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Haha..and walks Murphy
This game is comedy.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 2:52 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Rajai Davis should push a bunt to 2B
Game tied, go-ahead run at second.
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 2, 2008 2:52 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
You know
When Murphy gets the walk, I’m immediately thinking, “Shit, this means a double play.”
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 2:52 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Angels playing D
the way Geren manages the bullpen. break even, please….
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 2:52 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
The A's need more Suicide Squeezes....
Oh wait, we don’t know how to bunt
"Mount it? I already did. Oh! You meant on the wall?!!
by rickey939 on Jul 2, 2008 2:53 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Brief visit
Just stopping in during a short break at work ….
That lineup is really funny. Even funnier that we’re only 1 run behind with it.
"Dispatch knuckleheadedness with Bond-like aplomb." –74mk
by iglew on Jul 2, 2008 2:53 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
take a long break, we will send a note.
alaska A
by ak_A on Jul 2, 2008 2:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I easily could
Boss is out of town.
But I’m paid by the hour, and any time that I can’t account for or bill to a client I don’t get paid.
"Dispatch knuckleheadedness with Bond-like aplomb." –74mk
by iglew on Jul 2, 2008 2:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
bat + ball = run
the math isn’t so hard
Green Hulk Fists
by oaklandSMASH on Jul 2, 2008 2:53 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
NO DP NO DP NO DP
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 2, 2008 2:53 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Bowen out, run down.
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 2:53 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm surprised
That looked like it could’ve been a double play.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 2:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm jealous you can see it.
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 2:54 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
With Rajai running?
Gotta go home there I think up 1.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 2:54 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah
It would’ve been close. But it was hit hard enough to be turned, I think.
Still, with the A’s hitting, it was probably a smart decision to go home.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:01 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
No, no, no!
(Formerly Nobody Girl)
"We are a complete freak show." -- Billy Beane
by day-to-day on Jul 2, 2008 2:53 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I think Bowen would have been safe if he would have gone to the bag.....it sure looked that way on the replay
There is no A in OFFENSE!!
by wacchampions on Jul 2, 2008 2:54 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Hudler is right for once
Bowen should have gone harder into Figgy there..gave up too quick,
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 2:54 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
A's have blown runner at third one out
two innings in a row. Pathetic. All he had to do is push a bunt right at Kendrick and it’s tied.
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 2, 2008 2:54 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
All he had to do was hit a home run
and we’re up by two.
"May a nit suck Cajun geese?" wonders Red. No, we see gnu Jack Cust in a yam.
by andeux on Jul 2, 2008 2:55 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The A's don't know how to do that
This is the A’s we’re talking about, remember?
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 2:55 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
But the A's don't teach fundementals
"Mount it? I already did. Oh! You meant on the wall?!!
by rickey939 on Jul 2, 2008 2:55 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
This game is ridiculously sloppy
On both sides.
Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.
by Joey C. on Jul 2, 2008 2:54 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
At least we have an MLB hitter up
Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.
by Joey C. on Jul 2, 2008 2:55 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Exactly. The low number of them on the team is the problem
Bull-pen mistakes and all. The lack of hitters is going to do us in.
by Yellowhorse on Jul 2, 2008 2:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh man...line drive too...Shit
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 2:55 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
eh, I'll take the run
shrug
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 2:55 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
With a guy on 3rd and one out?
And you’re happy with just 1? Gotta tie the game there.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 2:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I didn't say I was happy...
just letting go and getting on.
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 2:58 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I thought that was the hit...damn
There is no A in OFFENSE!!
by wacchampions on Jul 2, 2008 2:55 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
so who do we want pitch 7th and 8th?
by asfansince1989 on Jul 2, 2008 2:56 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I was going to go with
Mecir and Rincon. But I like your idea better.
"May a nit suck Cajun geese?" wonders Red. No, we see gnu Jack Cust in a yam.
by andeux on Jul 2, 2008 2:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I like the Davis at bat
you got a young pitcher on the ropes, he just walked the batter in front of you but because your a great leadoff hitter with such bat control you swing at the very first pitch you see.
by asfaninpismobeach on Jul 2, 2008 2:56 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Don't wait up
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 2, 2008 2:57 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh sure, bring in Casilla now...
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 2:57 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
It would be great for him to get going again.
HE is needed to replace Foulke and Embree in the big situations
by Yellowhorse on Jul 2, 2008 2:58 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
your keys to Geren's ears
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 2:58 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
This is what's infuriating
Bringing in gascans for high leverage situations, blowing the lead, bringing in the real ballplayers for zero leverage situations.
Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.
by Joey C. on Jul 2, 2008 2:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Someone needs to show Bob Geren
Those leverage analysis statistics. You know, bringing in your best relievers in the highest-leverage situations.
by VORP is too nerdy on Jul 2, 2008 3:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Seriously.
How many difficult situations did Casilla come in before he got hurt where he totally blanked the opposition. I would love to know how many runners he stranded.
What about Barry?
"Barry who?" Forst said, and I felt like I was in the middle of a knock-knock joke.
by KMoAsFan on Jul 2, 2008 3:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Until his elbow got hurt?
Uh, all of them, I think.
by mikev on Jul 2, 2008 3:01 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yea, but he has given up a HR
in every appearance since right?
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:01 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
uh, Casilla has SUCKED since coming back
He's a very personable, sweet, nice chimp. He's not going to be aggressive unless he's provoked. @('.')@
by monkeyball on Jul 2, 2008 3:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd still rather possible suckage with a chance at a good inning than known suckage
Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.
by Joey C. on Jul 2, 2008 3:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
right now, you can't bring Casilla in to high-leverage situations
He's a very personable, sweet, nice chimp. He's not going to be aggressive unless he's provoked. @('.')@
by monkeyball on Jul 2, 2008 3:11 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Peek at box score...
Cust struggling again eh? Down to .232 BA….4 for 28 (15Ks) last week or so…wow.
by arch on Jul 2, 2008 3:00 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
He will get a chance in the next inning
It is a necessity that we score next inning. 1) The bottom part of the order will get killed by Rodriquez. 2) We are now down 2 CRAP
by Yellowhorse on Jul 2, 2008 3:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What Would It Take To get Jason Bay?
Pride And Poise!!!
by saint on Jul 2, 2008 3:01 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Prob too much being 6 back.......
Hard to make a big deal if we arent a good deal closer by the deadline.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh bloody hell....
There is no A in OFFENSE!!
by wacchampions on Jul 2, 2008 3:01 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
sniff
cough choke.
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 3:01 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Well
Giving up a HR to Aybar is not good. At all.
by VORP is too nerdy on Jul 2, 2008 3:02 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow, that was a bomb
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:02 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
It wasn't a bad pitch either
That looked like a Chavez tomahawk swing up near the eyeballs.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yep, gotta give it up to Aybar on that one.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:03 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Seriously
They just showed it again and he climbed some major ladder to get to that.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:04 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wow
Our entire pen has gone down the crapper. When the A’s start allowing home runs to the Angels and their crappy offense, you know it has to hurt.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:02 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Absolutely
We are in trouble if the bull-pen continues to stumble, lord knows our hitting is not one to get many runs
by Yellowhorse on Jul 2, 2008 3:04 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Every single reliever has blown
Except Ziggy – what was the last good relief appearance?
by MobiusKlein on Jul 2, 2008 3:05 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wish
the Angels and their crappy offense... I’m afraid they’re much better than they’ve been performing. Sucks to have them wake up on our bullpen…
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 3:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's also pretty lame, IMO, to rag on the Angels' offense
when they routinely score the guys they do get to second with nobody out and to third with one out, and get the one run they need to take the lead and go to their pen – and we don’t.
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 2, 2008 3:11 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
they have scratch and claw merely to bring in those runners
They’re a bad offensive team.
We have a combustible (and shortened) bullpen.
He's a very personable, sweet, nice chimp. He's not going to be aggressive unless he's provoked. @('.')@
by monkeyball on Jul 2, 2008 3:12 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh Well.
I guess we know why Casilla hasn’t been coming in during the difficult situations now.
What about Barry?
"Barry who?" Forst said, and I felt like I was in the middle of a knock-knock joke.
by KMoAsFan on Jul 2, 2008 3:02 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Damn that pitch never should have been hit for a HR...it was head level...
There is no A in OFFENSE!!
by wacchampions on Jul 2, 2008 3:03 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
OK, what is Jairo Garcia doing in there
And what has he done with Casilla?
"I've never hit a ball that good and not have it go out" –Jack Cust
by PortlandPachyderm on Jul 2, 2008 3:03 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
And it's not Vlad that is doing this to us either
It’s porno stachio, Aybar and Juan “clank” Rivera.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:03 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Rivera's a decent hitter
No excuse for the Angels to play him as little as they do.
As I’ve said before, if Beane ran the Angels, they’d win 110 games every year.
He's a very personable, sweet, nice chimp. He's not going to be aggressive unless he's provoked. @('.')@
by monkeyball on Jul 2, 2008 3:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know
but you almost expect Vlad to be the only one on that team to beat you.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
true
Well, even though GA sucks, I still expect the A’s pitchers to let him beat us.
But, shit, yeah—AYBAR?!?
He's a very personable, sweet, nice chimp. He's not going to be aggressive unless he's provoked. @('.')@
by monkeyball on Jul 2, 2008 3:08 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Cust is hanging on
by a thread. The league has figured him out. The power “threat” prevents pitchers from grooving anything against him-so they nibble. Sometimes they win (league K leader) and sometimes they lose (league BB leader)-but the bottom is he K’s alot more than he W’s.
Everything looks nicer when you win. The girls are prettier. The cigars taste better. The trees are greener. Billy Martin
by Steve in Napa on Jul 2, 2008 3:04 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
He is streaky...
He will get hot soon enought and everyone will be singing his praises again. It’s who he is.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:05 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
So true
to bad they didnt make the Cust crystal ball. Sit him for like 3 weeks at a time, then hit him high in the order for 3 weeks.
by asfaninpismobeach on Jul 2, 2008 3:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
WTF?
I just came back to see that we had 1 out, men on 1st and 3rd, the Angels brought in a righty reliever—and Geren didn’t PH one of our multitude of lefties for Rajai?
He's a very personable, sweet, nice chimp. He's not going to be aggressive unless he's provoked. @('.')@
by monkeyball on Jul 2, 2008 3:04 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
because the cracker jack box has the flu?
by MobiusKlein on Jul 2, 2008 3:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
hunh?
Do you mean Hannahan?
There’s still Sweeney or Barton. And Sweeney would be the one playing OF, anyway.
And if Sweeney’s ankle is still sore, they should have DL’ed him, too.
He's a very personable, sweet, nice chimp. He's not going to be aggressive unless he's provoked. @('.')@
by monkeyball on Jul 2, 2008 3:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
This feels like the end of June, 2007,
when all the injuries caught up to us and we were exposed as non-contenders. The team on the field is not a very good team.
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 2, 2008 3:04 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Agreed
The biggest concern to me is that Harden didn’t look like Harden at all last night.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Which also might explain
why they didn’t use Gaudin today. Maybe they realize he’s going to wind up back in the rotation and just haven’t said anything yet.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I liked the team earlier this year
But you can only subtract so many important pieces, yeah? I mean, now we’re swapping Chavez for Bankston…
Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.
by Joey C. on Jul 2, 2008 3:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The crossroad dictates that either
we trade for better players now or play the 2nd half on a whimper like last year…and charge it as another “rebuilding” year.
by arch on Jul 2, 2008 3:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
With Chavez going down and Thomas' setback
I’m thinking it’s going to be like the second-half of 2007. And as I type this, Bobby Crosby has died.
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 2, 2008 3:08 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You are dead on my friend.
I am thinking of that terrible series in Minnesota after the ASB after that we never got above .500.
Very scary similarities.
I WILL ALSO SAY THAT THERE WERE SOME POOR PERSONNEL CHOICES AROUND JUNE/ EARLY JULY THAT HASTENED THAT DECLINE. (not bringing Piazza back when he was available, Bradley)
I think the decision not to bring in a hitter over the last few weeks will be much debated.
by Yellowhorse on Jul 2, 2008 3:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
reserve that parallel in history
until after the Chicago series. White Sox are hot, at home, and A’s stumbling.
I think if the A’s do a “2-2” at Chicago, they are still going somewhere. Otherwise, ship Embree and Foulke, a few others, at the deadline.
"I never predict anything, and I never will." Paul Gascoigne, English footballer
by One won lost won on Jul 2, 2008 3:12 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Absolutely, its not over yet.
There are still some things the team can do to stay in it.
Crosby may be fine and this might just be a blip for the bullpen
by Yellowhorse on Jul 2, 2008 3:13 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd say get rid of Foulke for a bag of bats
Embree is a lefty who can throw 90’s. You can always get something for a guy like that, even if he sucks once a while.
by asfansince1989 on Jul 2, 2008 3:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Eerily similar,
and I still remember when Harden started and struggled against the Mariners.
by arch on Jul 2, 2008 3:05 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I remember the 5-run 9th off Embree at Cleveland,
which I felt officially ended our “we’re still in this” status.
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 2, 2008 3:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The Shoppach homerun.
Would you believe that is one of the audio clips in MLB’08 The Show for PS3? Nice, huh?
A's, baby!
by Coach Cleats on Jul 2, 2008 3:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
not struggled...but got lit up by Seattle
it’s one of those times wherein..Harden should not have started that game or stayed on DL much longer.
by arch on Jul 2, 2008 3:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
My name is Bob Geren
And I have an illogical seething hatred of Chad Gaudin.
RagingHarden: Yeah if you get 20 starts out of me I'll be shocked. Like, I'll wreck my drawers.
by walk off bunt on Jul 2, 2008 3:06 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Oh holy hell.
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 2, 2008 3:06 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
With the way
this game is going, how have you not already started? :-)
(Formerly Nobody Girl)
"We are a complete freak show." -- Billy Beane
by day-to-day on Jul 2, 2008 3:08 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Don't let that stop 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 2, 2008 3:12 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hope springs eternal
Scot Shields is pitching
Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.
by Joey C. on Jul 2, 2008 3:08 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Hope is unacceptable...
Warm up Embree. Now.
by a tad askew on Jul 2, 2008 3:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Frankly, if Geren thought Embree was the best choice
to face Kotchman yesterday, he should have put Embree, not Foulke, in to face him today (if he was going to the pen for one of them).
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 2, 2008 3:13 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Shields is Scioscia's 8th inning guy
Let’s see how it pans out for the opposition…
"I've never hit a ball that good and not have it go out" –Jack Cust
by PortlandPachyderm on Jul 2, 2008 3:08 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
That's just it: Good pitchers make good managers
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 2, 2008 3:14 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Damn..Croz hurting...
Trainer out there
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:09 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
THIS WILL IMPROVE THE TEAM!!!!
Signed,
PaulThomas
by mikev on Jul 2, 2008 3:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
WHEN IT RAINS IT POURS
HORRIBLE!!!
by Yellowhorse on Jul 2, 2008 3:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I can hear PaulThomas and grover cheering from here
He's a very personable, sweet, nice chimp. He's not going to be aggressive unless he's provoked. @('.')@
by monkeyball on Jul 2, 2008 3:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
and I'm not exactly broken up about it myself
He's a very personable, sweet, nice chimp. He's not going to be aggressive unless he's provoked. @('.')@
by monkeyball on Jul 2, 2008 3:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Man, that's cold
Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.
by Joey C. on Jul 2, 2008 3:11 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Croz out of the game.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:09 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Just what we need now.....am I dreaming or is this real?
There is no A in OFFENSE!!
by wacchampions on Jul 2, 2008 3:09 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Looked like he pulled a hamstring or something
beating out an infield dribbler.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wow this is unraveling very, very quickly
There goes 2008.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:09 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Fun while it lasted.....
There is no A in OFFENSE!!
by wacchampions on Jul 2, 2008 3:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What is this, karma day?
Well, A’s fans, here’s a great and surprising first half. Now, go __ yourselves.
Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.
by Joey C. on Jul 2, 2008 3:10 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I wonder if his ankles fell off
Pride And Poise!!!
by saint on Jul 2, 2008 3:10 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Emil lucky that wasnt a DP
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:10 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Emil gave up on it and quit running...he is lucky that he was not out...
There is no A in OFFENSE!!
by wacchampions on Jul 2, 2008 3:11 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hey Croz.
You are injury prone.
What about Barry?
"Barry who?" Forst said, and I felt like I was in the middle of a knock-knock joke.
by KMoAsFan on Jul 2, 2008 3:10 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I knew...
...it was a bad idea to print this: http://oakland.athletics.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080630&content_id=3036780&vkey=news_oak&fext=.jsp&c_id=oak
by juanmiguel on Jul 2, 2008 3:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Why not bring in Barry Bonds?
It will at least be interesting especially with all of our guys being hurt.
by Yellowhorse on Jul 2, 2008 3:11 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
July 2, 2008
The day the injury bug bit hard enough to kill our chances of contending.
(I hope I’m wrong)
"I've never hit a ball that good and not have it go out" –Jack Cust
by PortlandPachyderm on Jul 2, 2008 3:11 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Every day Emil Brown takes the field
I have to wonder if Billy Beane doesn’t just hate baseball.
RagingHarden: Yeah if you get 20 starts out of me I'll be shocked. Like, I'll wreck my drawers.
by walk off bunt on Jul 2, 2008 3:11 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Well, we know he doesn't like it as much as "futbol"
"I've never hit a ball that good and not have it go out" –Jack Cust
by PortlandPachyderm on Jul 2, 2008 3:12 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Not pinch hitting for Emil there
is worse than not pinch hitting for Rajai earlier.
"May a nit suck Cajun geese?" wonders Red. No, we see gnu Jack Cust in a yam.
by andeux on Jul 2, 2008 3:12 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
yup
He's a very personable, sweet, nice chimp. He's not going to be aggressive unless he's provoked. @('.')@
by monkeyball on Jul 2, 2008 3:13 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Emil with the theft...
Nice
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:12 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Well
Maybe Crosby getting injured, Chavy going back on the DL, Big Hurt’s uncertainty and Ryan Sweeney’s ankle will force the A’s to do some trading with their starting pitching now.
That is, IF they can still get anything for Harden.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:13 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Yea..these last 2 days
Could determine a lot about how this team reacts on July 31.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:14 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd think it'd make it *less* likely that Beane trades Harden/Duke/Gaudin
He’ll have no leverage.
He's a very personable, sweet, nice chimp. He's not going to be aggressive unless he's provoked. @('.')@
by monkeyball on Jul 2, 2008 3:14 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Really?
His leverage is, “We’re out of it and we can just stand pat. You’re still wanting to win a championship this season so give me all your best prospects or F off.”
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:15 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
LANGUAGE!
We don’t need that shit around here, mister.
by mikev on Jul 2, 2008 3:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
other GMs' response
Pffsssh. You guys are done. You’re in firesale mode. We know you have no choice but to trade your chips to get anything of value out of this season.
He's a very personable, sweet, nice chimp. He's not going to be aggressive unless he's provoked. @('.')@
by monkeyball on Jul 2, 2008 3:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Beane's response:
None of these guys are free agents. I’ll just keep them and you can miss the playoffs.
by mikev on Jul 2, 2008 3:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
there's only one "difference maker" the A's have ...
... and he’s now got a “dead arm.”
The other guys are all mid-to-back-of-the-rotation arms for contenders—complementary arms you don’t overpay for.
He's a very personable, sweet, nice chimp. He's not going to be aggressive unless he's provoked. @('.')@
by monkeyball on Jul 2, 2008 3:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
i might've missed it,
so harden’s got “dead arm” or perhaps any recurring injury issues? i heard on the radio broadcast that his fastball was about 91-92 last night, down from his usual range.
by arch on Jul 2, 2008 3:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I beg to differ
Duke is not a back of the rotation guy.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
No they don't
We could clearly just keep our assets and move towards 2009. It isn’t like they’re free agents to be. Beane could always just wait until the offseason.
I think you’re wrong. The pressure is on the team who wants to win now, not on the one moving folks.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:23 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
A's in contention = Beane holding out for better deals
How is that not true?
He's a very personable, sweet, nice chimp. He's not going to be aggressive unless he's provoked. @('.')@
by monkeyball on Jul 2, 2008 3:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You can only play with the house's money for so long, it seems
Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.
by Joey C. on Jul 2, 2008 3:14 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
cust is in one of those UGLY slumps
good news is that he usually bounces back with a surge…
by put em in a body bag johnny on Jul 2, 2008 3:13 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Boy did he miss that by a LOT
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:13 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Jack
KKKKKust.
RagingHarden: Yeah if you get 20 starts out of me I'll be shocked. Like, I'll wreck my drawers.
by walk off bunt on Jul 2, 2008 3:14 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Im so sick of not having offense every year
Beane pull your head out and go get a damn bat
by buckfan6 on Jul 2, 2008 3:15 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
i would trade harden and Smith or whoever
for bay or holliday
by buckfan6 on Jul 2, 2008 3:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
My man
You cannot complain about how this team has performed this year. Even if it collapses under the weight of all the injuries, this is still one of the best feats Billy has ever pulled off.
Ryan Sweeney: I probably irrationally embraced him before you did.
by Joey C. on Jul 2, 2008 3:17 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I totally agree with you.
I still think the only mistake he made (WHICH CAN STILL BE FIXED) is not bringing in a hitter once it became obvious that Thomas and Sweeney were going to be gone longer than 2 weeks.
by Yellowhorse on Jul 2, 2008 3:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yea for the past 3 years are offense has sucked
Only so much u can do with pitching and defense. Sooner or later you have to get a big bat
by buckfan6 on Jul 2, 2008 3:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Red Sox have a good offense dont they?
Rays have a good offense dont they?
by buckfan6 on Jul 2, 2008 3:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Shit i would go after holliday hard
hes under contract for the next couple years. Harden i would trade over justin.
by buckfan6 on Jul 2, 2008 3:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
My prediction
Angels are gonna get crushed in round one of the playoffs by the Rays.
by kirbyk on Jul 2, 2008 3:16 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
No. The A's are going to get crushed by the Rays
by WaddellCanseco on Jul 2, 2008 3:17 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Crushed?
Have you seen their pitching? They may lose, but not going to get crushed.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:17 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dear Santa -
Please may I have a two-run homer to tie this game?
Your friend,
Wes Bankston
P.S. I know it’s a tad early, but we reeeeally need it. Thanks.
"Well, I've wrestled with reality for 35 years, doctor, and I'm happy to state that I've finally won out over it." -- Elwood P. Dowd (Jimmy Stewart), "Harvey"
by Derwood13 on Jul 2, 2008 3:16 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Unibrow...Cust...Stinks...
Pride And Poise!!!
by saint on Jul 2, 2008 3:16 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Right now we really only have 1 true major leaguer in the line-up ELLIS possibly Gonzalez
If the management doesn’t do SOMETHING- Anything in the next few days to try and solve this then they are saying “Screw you pitchers and fans”.
by Yellowhorse on Jul 2, 2008 3:16 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Really?
You would deal a bunch of prospects to get a stud bat down 6 in the division? I sure wouldnt.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wouldn't either
I’d seriously start considering dealing some of my best older assets to further beef up the A’s system.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hell yea.....
Not at the deadline yet, but have to be sellers if it comes to that.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I mean Harden and Duke
because they can bring back a ton of value. And I LOOOOOVE Justin Duchscherer.
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah
It’s time to go into the all-star break and start finding out who you can bring back value for.
Meaning mostly seeing what you can get for Harden, Duchscherer, or Street.
RagingHarden: Yeah if you get 20 starts out of me I'll be shocked. Like, I'll wreck my drawers.
by walk off bunt on Jul 2, 2008 3:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Agreed
Our record doesn’t actually suck, but this is an incomplete and immature team. But we can be awesome in 2010 if we don’t panic.
This first half was nice, and some of the A’s are good sooner than expected (Smith and Eveland in particular), but we’re not realistically ready yet.
by kirbyk on Jul 2, 2008 3:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I would have about 3 weeks ago when we were still in the race.
The line-up right now is weak in part because the team failed to make a move when we still could have.
With Chavez out and continued problems with Thomas you may be right.
I would still bring in Bonds. It may not get us in the playoffs but he cant do worse than Cust or E. BRown. It would make the remaining games more interesting
by Yellowhorse on Jul 2, 2008 3:23 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The problem with Cust isn't that he's streaky,
it’s that when he’s cold he is so bad that he’s just completely useless.
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 2, 2008 3:17 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
So true....
No one struggles quite like he does.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
And yet he's still batting in the middle of the order
by Tyler Bleszinski on Jul 2, 2008 3:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Absolutely correct.
They need to put him on the bench.
by Yellowhorse on Jul 2, 2008 3:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Cust is a fluke
people figuring out how to pitch to him.
by buckfan6 on Jul 2, 2008 3:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hey!
Who’s this “Gaudin” guy? And why haven’t we seen him before now?
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 3:17 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Now we use GAUDIN?
WHAT IS UP WITH THIS MOP UP DUTY ROLE OF HIS? WHAT THE FOULKE!!!!
by 33SwisherSweet on Jul 2, 2008 3:18 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Have to have someone be the long guy...
And he is the only one in that whole pen that can do it.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
No chance in hell... if he was the long man, he woulda been used in the Sunday
game against the giants. Instead we burned through the whole bullpen.
by 33SwisherSweet on Jul 2, 2008 3:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I would have used him there.....
That is the spot he should have been used. He is the long guy
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Right, and I agree - what I'm trying to say is although we think of him
as the “long guy” geren thinks of him as the mop up one inning pitch guy. It’s really bothersome. I really didnt get his not pitching in that Sunday game after fat joe got yanked.
To bring in Brown there was horrible.
by 33SwisherSweet on Jul 2, 2008 3:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Totally agree with ya...
No idea why Brown went two there instead of Chad as the long guy.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh hey now it's time to bring in Chaud Gaudin
With all due respect Bob Geren, please do everyone a favor and quit.
RagingHarden: Yeah if you get 20 starts out of me I'll be shocked. Like, I'll wreck my drawers.
by walk off bunt on Jul 2, 2008 3:19 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
NOW...We Get Gaudin?
I guess he’s the new 8th inning guy huh?...Macha…Macha…Geren?
Pride And Poise!!!
by saint on Jul 2, 2008 3:19 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Our relievers are making it harder and harder to blame Geren
They all seem to suck today.
"I've never hit a ball that good and not have it go out" –Jack Cust
by PortlandPachyderm on Jul 2, 2008 3:20 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
what was that play I just saw
Something involving a runner scoring without a hit or error occurring?
by MobiusKlein on Jul 2, 2008 3:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Case in point, Monkeyball
Call it “scratching and clawing,” or call it “moving guys along”. I’m not saying the Angels have a good offense, but I wouldn’t trade theirs for ours. I might fire Mickey Hatcher, though.
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 2, 2008 3:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
So, has the rebuilding year just come three months late
or is this just a temporary bump in the road?
"I've never hit a ball that good and not have it go out" –Jack Cust
by PortlandPachyderm on Jul 2, 2008 3:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Depends how soon we can get back the above listed players... 2 weeks or less I'd say we still have a shot...
by jwnewman on Jul 2, 2008 3:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Angels facing Burnett, Halladay, and Litsch in upcoming series
Time for the A’s to get a four game sweep…against one of the hottest teams in baseball.
I am Ray Fosse's man crushes for Clay Wood and Jason Kendall.
by franks a lot on Jul 2, 2008 3:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bobby Crosby
Eric Chavez
Frank Thomas
Ryan Sweeney
Mike Sweeney
Travis Buck
Joey Devine
Am I missing any other injuries?
by jwnewman on Jul 2, 2008 3:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Is there some mandate to up our DL usage each year or something?
Larry Davis is gone, so who to blame now? Injury-prone players?
"I've never hit a ball that good and not have it go out" –Jack Cust
by PortlandPachyderm on Jul 2, 2008 3:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Now that's just nasty
"I've never hit a ball that good and not have it go out" –Jack Cust
by PortlandPachyderm on Jul 2, 2008 3:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Does anyone else think its goign to get any easier goign to chicago
White sox offense is insane
by buckfan6 on Jul 2, 2008 3:26 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
We knew goign intot he season sweeney and chavez was a risk
Crosby always a risk and street and harden, signing thomas was a risk to
by buckfan6 on Jul 2, 2008 3:26 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Get rid of chavez
bring up guzman kid and start letting him play, let these kids come up and play
by buckfan6 on Jul 2, 2008 3:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Without Zonis, I don't know when
the game is over.
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 2, 2008 3:27 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Great swing C Gone
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm pissed that we've just handed F-Rod two save opportunities in two days
"I've never hit a ball that good and not have it go out" –Jack Cust
by PortlandPachyderm on Jul 2, 2008 3:27 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
So is Bobby Thigpen
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 2, 2008 3:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
K Rod...
F Rod is Felix Rodriguez.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, but I like to think of the F as representing something else
"I've never hit a ball that good and not have it go out" –Jack Cust
by PortlandPachyderm on Jul 2, 2008 3:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
On a positive note
I love CarGo.
I had to dig for that on, so appreciate it people.
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 3:29 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
bring up buck and let him play
let soem of the vets go
by buckfan6 on Jul 2, 2008 3:29 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I have a new nickname for Carlos Gonzalez:
Bright Spot.
RagingHarden: Yeah if you get 20 starts out of me I'll be shocked. Like, I'll wreck my drawers.
by walk off bunt on Jul 2, 2008 3:29 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
teaser if Barton hits HR here
great for a non-comeback. Bowen almost got it.
"I never predict anything, and I never will." Paul Gascoigne, English footballer
by One won lost won on Jul 2, 2008 3:31 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Nope
Did his Cust impression
by asfaninpismobeach on Jul 2, 2008 3:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
yup
I shoulda given it more thought.
"I never predict anything, and I never will." Paul Gascoigne, English footballer
by One won lost won on Jul 2, 2008 3:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Barton sure didnt almost get it.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
name for Daric
Black Hole
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 3:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
get rid of blanton and let Gio take that spot
let embree go and let blevins pitch and let go brown let buck play, im sick of tryign to stick with this dumb vets
by buckfan6 on Jul 2, 2008 3:31 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
The overall suckiness of this game seems to have broken Yahoo
"I've never hit a ball that good and not have it go out" –Jack Cust
by PortlandPachyderm on Jul 2, 2008 3:32 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Where do people think K-Rod will be next year?
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 2, 2008 3:32 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Venezuela?
I can dream.
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 3:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dr. Jobe's office, if we're dreaming
Elbow injured celebrating a save.
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 2, 2008 3:34 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Your dreams are better than mine.
Meaner, but better.
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 3:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Actually...
I’m going to Venezuela this Winter. I’ve been planning to go the last two years, but something always comes up. NOT this year. I’m going.
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 3:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Mets
Brad Lidge is psychologically spent.
"I never predict anything, and I never will." Paul Gascoigne, English footballer
by One won lost won on Jul 2, 2008 3:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You mean Billy Wagner?
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Brad Lidge is psychologically Billy Wagner
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 2, 2008 3:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
yes
These day games shuffle my mental deck of baseball cards…
"I never predict anything, and I never will." Paul Gascoigne, English footballer
by One won lost won on Jul 2, 2008 10:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The A's organzation isnt making very good moves at this point
Only one was signing iona
by buckfan6 on Jul 2, 2008 3:33 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Com'on Zook
get Ellis to the plate…
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 3:34 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Ugh....Ugly 1 of 3.
Bring back Hammer.
by OaktownPower on Jul 2, 2008 3:35 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I thought we had a chance to win at least 7 of the last 9 games.
This is very disappointing
by WaddellCanseco on Jul 2, 2008 3:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Time to start thinking about
Selling—not buying.
Everything looks nicer when you win. The girls are prettier. The cigars taste better. The trees are greener. Billy Martin
by Steve in Napa on Jul 2, 2008 3:35 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I don't really think that buying is something that Beane seriously considered
by mikev on Jul 2, 2008 3:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Much like injuries influenced Bean's decision to dump in the offseason
Today should probably reinforce to him the fact that he’ll need to start selling soon.
"I've never hit a ball that good and not have it go out" –Jack Cust
by PortlandPachyderm on Jul 2, 2008 3:41 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
how many hidden injuries are in the BP right now?
any guesses?
by MobiusKlein on Jul 2, 2008 3:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Time to think about
what I’m going to get for an afternoon snack…
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 3:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
worse than
stepping on a dog turd, then walking around the house for ten minutes before…
OH!!!
"I never predict anything, and I never will." Paul Gascoigne, English footballer
by One won lost won on Jul 2, 2008 3:36 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
hey, my shut went away??
"I never predict anything, and I never will." Paul Gascoigne, English footballer
by One won lost won on Jul 2, 2008 3:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
We're not out of it because we're too far back
We’re out of it because we’re getting less healthy at the time we were counting on getting healthier.
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 2, 2008 3:37 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
The killer B's today...
Bullpen and baserunning. Oh, and broken players.
"I've never hit a ball that good and not have it go out" –Jack Cust
by PortlandPachyderm on Jul 2, 2008 3:38 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
See you tomorrow Nick!
All y’all too. Ciao.
"optimism 1 pessimism 0" ~Dirk
by 149 on Jul 2, 2008 3:38 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Funny Story about C-Gone:
I got his autograph on Amelia’s ball last week and I let him know that he is my wife’s favorite player. the girl that was riding with him answered in a caddy way, “He’s my favorite too!!”.
The kid may need Micky Morabito to find him a NON Chavy wife #1 type…I’m just sayin’
Pride And Poise!!!
by saint on Jul 2, 2008 3:39 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I mean the team on the field today
was less then 10 million in payroll. They looked like it too
by asfaninpismobeach on Jul 2, 2008 3:39 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
RECAP UP.
Yuck.
So, bring on Bonds! Or, not... then, bring back Langerhans!! -One won lost one
by baseballgirl on Jul 2, 2008 4:01 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
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