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Open Thread: Game 126 - A's at Minnesota

Oakland Athletics at Minnesota Twins, Aug 20, 2008 10:10 AM PDT


Good morning and welcome to another exciting day of A's baseball! The A's will try to win their first series since 2006 who knows as they send Dallas Braden to the hill as the sacrificial lamb starting pitcher. The game starts bright and early this morning, so grab your coffee and radio and let's watch the A's win try to win not lose lose by only a little play baseball!

Braden will face Francisco Liriano and the Twins, who are just a game out of first in the Central, so they have everything to play for right now. On the other hand, the A's are just trying to win a series. But they have to start somewhere.

Some of us lived through the mid-to-late 1990's; we can live through this stretch too. Plus, all the cool people are in the game thread today (hint hint).



LET'S GO OAK-LAND!

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Why the hell is Cust playing right field?

Apparently Geren doesn’t care anymore, either?

by mikev on Aug 20, 2008 9:29 AM PDT reply actions  

That was my guess.

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

by baseballgirl on Aug 20, 2008 9:30 AM PDT up reply actions  

Unearned runs keep ERAs down, making pitchers feel better about themselves?

"It's for your own good. Big strong Devo knows whats best for Poppy" -- Mossback

by devo on Aug 20, 2008 9:39 AM PDT up reply actions  

Good call!

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

by baseballgirl on Aug 20, 2008 9:43 AM PDT up reply actions  

Sweeney is out, Patterson cant hit, CarGon could use a day off and Brown was horrible in RF earlier this year

So through a process of elimination that leaves Cust. But moving him to RF left LF open so Geren went through the process again and decided that hey Brown was horrible in RF and thats not LF lets see what happens

by A'sfaninNC on Aug 20, 2008 9:54 AM PDT up reply actions  

Some of us lived through the late 70's, too

why I am admitting that, I have no idea.

I'm here to talk about the past.

by 67MARQUEZ on Aug 20, 2008 9:32 AM PDT reply actions  

Haha...thank goodness I didn't :-)

(Well, I did, but I wasn’t exactly throwing bottles and sippy cups at the TV then)

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

by baseballgirl on Aug 20, 2008 9:34 AM PDT up reply actions  

You're doing that now? LOL!

"If I've got baggage, he's got a whole set of Louis Vuitton." ~ Milton Bradley on Barry Bonds

by UncleLeo on Aug 20, 2008 9:35 AM PDT up reply actions  

doesn't everyone?

You spill less beer if its in a sippy cup when you throw it …

"It's for your own good. Big strong Devo knows whats best for Poppy" -- Mossback

by devo on Aug 20, 2008 9:38 AM PDT up reply actions  

Yeah, and...

…they’re still more dignified than the batting helmet with cup holders and straws.

"If I've got baggage, he's got a whole set of Louis Vuitton." ~ Milton Bradley on Barry Bonds

by UncleLeo on Aug 20, 2008 9:46 AM PDT up reply actions  

You should see my house!

Or rather, my TV!

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

by baseballgirl on Aug 20, 2008 9:43 AM PDT up reply actions  

I'm on my way!

do you bake, at all? I love chocolate chip cookies.

by mikev on Aug 20, 2008 9:52 AM PDT up reply actions  

As did I, but...

…it was different then… we weren’t supposed to have any hope and were distracted by the impending move to Denver or New Orleans or wherever.

Uh oh… deja vu?

"If I've got baggage, he's got a whole set of Louis Vuitton." ~ Milton Bradley on Barry Bonds

by UncleLeo on Aug 20, 2008 9:35 AM PDT up reply actions  

Well they didn't actually move that time ...

"It's for your own good. Big strong Devo knows whats best for Poppy" -- Mossback

by devo on Aug 20, 2008 9:36 AM PDT up reply actions  

Uh, no, they didn't.

Ok, “impending”.

"If I've got baggage, he's got a whole set of Louis Vuitton." ~ Milton Bradley on Barry Bonds

by UncleLeo on Aug 20, 2008 9:37 AM PDT up reply actions  

They weren't actually on TV either

for bbg to throw sippy cups at ;)

Did we even have a radio station?

I'm here to talk about the past.

by 67MARQUEZ on Aug 20, 2008 9:39 AM PDT up reply actions  

Sometimes yes, sometimes no.
Did we even have a radio station?

"If I've got baggage, he's got a whole set of Louis Vuitton." ~ Milton Bradley on Barry Bonds

by UncleLeo on Aug 20, 2008 9:44 AM PDT up reply actions  

1979

I think the season started with the A’s on KALX (?) – the Berkeley student station, which had coverage from El Cerrito to Emeryville.

"However, at Elias, I think they keep track of the amount of sunflower seeds spit in a dugout each night." - Brad Ziegler, 8/7/08

by doctorK on Aug 20, 2008 9:55 AM PDT up reply actions  

I forget the station call letters, but I remember that.

Also, IIRC, they didn’t even get that set up until sometime in late May, so the first part of the season had no radio coverage at all.

"If I've got baggage, he's got a whole set of Louis Vuitton." ~ Milton Bradley on Barry Bonds

by UncleLeo on Aug 20, 2008 10:02 AM PDT up reply actions  

Isn't the Denard Span

the official name of the temporary causeway they put up to help build the new Bay Bridge?

Arte didn't get much Home Run Derby. He was dug in too deep or moving too fast. His idea of great R&R was cold rice and a little rat meat.

by FreeSeatUpgrade on Aug 20, 2008 9:50 AM PDT reply actions  

wow bbg, really enjoying that strikethrough text today i see

seems to be like a metaphor for the season appropriately passive aggressive about the only interesting thing left to do during game threads fun.

by oakinboston on Aug 20, 2008 10:12 AM PDT reply actions  

LOL ROFLMAO +1 heartily agree

"However, at Elias, I think they keep track of the amount of sunflower seeds spit in a dugout each night." - Brad Ziegler, 8/7/08

by doctorK on Aug 20, 2008 10:16 AM PDT up reply actions  

OMG!

Totally forgot we had a day game.

Although, given the past month of Baseball, it would probably be better for my mental health to have continued to forget.

"Camelot sure fell apart, didn't it?"-Steve McCatty

by 5Aces on Aug 20, 2008 10:16 AM PDT reply actions  

Frank looks awesome in Green and Gold!

Did everyone see the article on the A’s website about how much he wants to stay in Oakland? Very sweet. I hope they can sign him and M Sweeney for a year or two as mentors.

by A'sfansince1970 on Aug 20, 2008 10:17 AM PDT reply actions  

+1

"If I've got baggage, he's got a whole set of Louis Vuitton." ~ Milton Bradley on Barry Bonds

by UncleLeo on Aug 20, 2008 10:28 AM PDT up reply actions  

It's funny

I spent the first half of the season thinking that Tony D. Was the worst third base coach ever.

Now I miss him.

"Camelot sure fell apart, didn't it?"-Steve McCatty

by 5Aces on Aug 20, 2008 10:22 AM PDT up reply actions  

Hey, remember that time the A's led in a game, 1-0

Wasn’t that cool, or what?

"However, at Elias, I think they keep track of the amount of sunflower seeds spit in a dugout each night." - Brad Ziegler, 8/7/08

by doctorK on Aug 20, 2008 10:26 AM PDT reply actions  

Can Ellis just play all road games...

and then can we DL him for two week home stretches?

I'm never gonna do it without the fez on!

by Taj Adib on Aug 20, 2008 10:40 AM PDT reply actions  

Who says Ellis isn't trying?

He’s a professional. Think of all the years he was with the Royals. He’s used to losing.

by A'sfansince1970 on Aug 20, 2008 10:41 AM PDT reply actions  

Which years?

"May a nit suck Cajun geese?" wonders Red. No, we see gnu Jack Cust in a yam.

by andeux on Aug 20, 2008 10:43 AM PDT up reply actions  

Cool person, reporting for duty!

GO ZOOKS!!!!

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 Aug 20, 2008 10:41 AM PDT reply actions  

Two and a half - baseballgirl can be cool at times

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 Aug 20, 2008 10:44 AM PDT up reply actions  

I'm right here!

Trying to pay off my car!

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

by baseballgirl on Aug 20, 2008 10:46 AM PDT up reply actions  

Blogging on AN is not as lucrative as you may have been

led to believe.

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 Aug 20, 2008 10:46 AM PDT up reply actions  

Git er done!

But don’t be awol. I am only here for you!

39 remarkable innings.

by ZigFan31 on Aug 20, 2008 10:46 AM PDT up reply actions  

Now you're not cool any more

:-(

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 Aug 20, 2008 10:51 AM PDT up reply actions  

LOL.

My reaction exactly.

"I'm telling you, I can't wait to put on that white uniform," Gonzalez said. "That will be the prettiest uniform I'll ever see."

by pam5981 on Aug 20, 2008 10:54 AM PDT up reply actions  

HEY!

"I'm telling you, I can't wait to put on that white uniform," Gonzalez said. "That will be the prettiest uniform I'll ever see."

by pam5981 on Aug 20, 2008 10:54 AM PDT up reply actions  

Hi!

See…I attract cool people!

39 remarkable innings.

by ZigFan31 on Aug 20, 2008 10:58 AM PDT up reply actions  

Haha HI!

I will update you.

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

by baseballgirl on Aug 20, 2008 11:02 AM PDT up reply actions  

She's cool 1100%

but still not clear who the other cool person is.

by MobiusKlein on Aug 20, 2008 10:45 AM PDT up reply actions  

All you need to know is it's not you

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 Aug 20, 2008 10:45 AM PDT up reply actions  

QOTM

"However, at Elias, I think they keep track of the amount of sunflower seeds spit in a dugout each night." - Brad Ziegler, 8/7/08

by doctorK on Aug 20, 2008 10:47 AM PDT up reply actions  

and my new sigline.

I don't know who the cool people are, but if I look to the bottom of the standings, I know where the A’s are. ~theblackpearl

by #14fan on Aug 20, 2008 10:53 AM PDT up reply actions  

It's just like the old poker adage

If you’re looking around the table and can’t figure out who the sucker is, it’s you.

Arte didn't get much Home Run Derby. He was dug in too deep or moving too fast. His idea of great R&R was cold rice and a little rat meat.

by FreeSeatUpgrade on Aug 20, 2008 10:54 AM PDT up reply actions  

Ken said Waller wanted to, wanted to,

finally had to hold him.

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 Aug 20, 2008 10:43 AM PDT up reply actions  

1-2-3 inning by the A's?

Is that legal?

"However, at Elias, I think they keep track of the amount of sunflower seeds spit in a dugout each night." - Brad Ziegler, 8/7/08

by doctorK on Aug 20, 2008 10:48 AM PDT reply actions  

All the time.

just not usually when they’re in the field.

by mikev on Aug 20, 2008 10:50 AM PDT up reply actions  

Definitely not in "shutdown innings"

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 Aug 20, 2008 10:52 AM PDT up reply actions  

How pithy is he?

"However, at Elias, I think they keep track of the amount of sunflower seeds spit in a dugout each night." - Brad Ziegler, 8/7/08

by doctorK on Aug 20, 2008 10:50 AM PDT up reply actions  

Only somewhat...

I'm never gonna do it without the fez on!

by Taj Adib on Aug 20, 2008 10:50 AM PDT up reply actions  

No, all wrong

imagine somebody saying it with a lithp.

by MobiusKlein on Aug 20, 2008 10:51 AM PDT up reply actions  

Only if it was men's volleyball...

I'm never gonna do it without the fez on!

by Taj Adib on Aug 20, 2008 10:53 AM PDT up reply actions  

It's indoor volleyball.

And while it is men’s…its still not as entertaining as baseball.

39 remarkable innings.

by ZigFan31 on Aug 20, 2008 10:56 AM PDT up reply actions  

Emil forgot that he sucks! Frank remembered... :-(

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 Aug 20, 2008 10:53 AM PDT up reply actions  

Vince Cotroneo

Is quite good. I wouldn’t be surprised if he became “the guy” somewhere eventually.

rebuildingseason.blogspot.com

by Rebuilding Season on Aug 20, 2008 10:53 AM PDT reply actions  

Or shortstop 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 Aug 20, 2008 10:58 AM PDT up reply actions  

very SOMEWHERE else

"And sometimes, when it seems like all hope is gone, Life tosses you a special gift of a baseball game" . 7/10/08 BaseBallGirl headline

by LongTimeFan on Aug 20, 2008 11:04 AM PDT up reply actions  

Haha...you LOVE him!!!!!

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

by baseballgirl on Aug 20, 2008 11:12 AM PDT up reply actions  

Drives me crazy...

He has been too far away for years.

Bring back Hammer.

by OaktownPower on Aug 20, 2008 11:00 AM PDT up reply actions  

It worked for him in high school

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:00 AM PDT up reply actions  

Hahaha...

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

by baseballgirl on Aug 20, 2008 11:11 AM PDT up reply actions  

He's allergic to a good hitting approach

I am Ray Fosse's infatuations with Clay Wood and high-definition television.

by franks a lot on Aug 20, 2008 11:00 AM PDT up reply actions  

so even with pitches over the plate

he can practice swinging and missing on those outside ones

by SwishMyNish33 on Aug 20, 2008 11:01 AM PDT up reply actions  

The good news: Liriano's over 60 pitches

The bad news: The Twins have a good, deep bullpen.
The worse news: The A’s can’t hit anyone anyway.

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:00 AM PDT reply actions  

I was supposed to have a 10 AM meeting

but it’s been postponed indefinitely….hurray!

Polynesian Sauce may not be available in all locations.

by Englishmajor on Aug 20, 2008 11:03 AM PDT reply actions  

Man does Cahill's ball look heavy...

Very Kevin Brown-ish on the sinking fastball.

Bring back Hammer.

by OaktownPower on Aug 20, 2008 11:05 AM PDT reply actions  

This brings up the question, for his next birthday:

What do you give a guy with heavy balls?

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:07 AM PDT up reply actions  

Easy...

The Nutty Buddy….doing wonders for Chris Snyder

Bring back Hammer.

by OaktownPower on Aug 20, 2008 11:07 AM PDT up reply actions  

Nut sack

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:09 AM PDT up reply actions  

Is there a birthday party for me in here?

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:05 AM PDT reply actions  

Gotta have the Spicoli bagel tucked into the waistband to complete the picture

I am Ray Fosse's infatuations with Clay Wood and high-definition television.

by franks a lot on Aug 20, 2008 11:07 AM PDT up reply actions  

Good call.

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:08 AM PDT up reply actions  

Well, if "I'm" here, and "your" here,

doesn’t that make it “our” pizza?

"Camelot sure fell apart, didn't it?"-Steve McCatty

by 5Aces on Aug 20, 2008 11:09 AM PDT up reply actions  

You're right, 5Aces,

but it’s still my game thread.

Nico, English Major, BBG—come get some pizza.

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:10 AM PDT up reply actions  

certainly.

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:11 AM PDT up reply actions  

although I'm convinced you're all on dope.

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:12 AM PDT up reply actions  

no dope

I’m completely drug free today. :(

There's no crying in baseball!

by gigglingone on Aug 20, 2008 11:12 AM PDT up reply actions  

It's still early, don't worry.

And you can always see pretty lights by pressing your eyeballs.

by MobiusKlein on Aug 20, 2008 11:13 AM PDT up reply actions  

the "free trip"

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:14 AM PDT up reply actions  

Is there a piece without olives over there?

Pass it my way, thanks.

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by Englishmajor on Aug 20, 2008 11:14 AM PDT up reply actions  

me too?

I’m cool, really?

39 remarkable innings.

by ZigFan31 on Aug 20, 2008 11:14 AM PDT up reply actions  

certainly. Thank you, 5Aces, for the delicious pizza!

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:15 AM PDT up reply actions  

Thanks!

And I’m painkiller free today too. Just on Celebrex now.

39 remarkable innings.

by ZigFan31 on Aug 20, 2008 11:16 AM PDT up reply actions  

Ooh I took that for a while -

the heart attacks are to die for!

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:17 AM PDT up reply actions  

You're thinking of narcolepsy

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:19 AM PDT up reply actions  

I want pizza!

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

by baseballgirl on Aug 20, 2008 11:11 AM PDT up reply actions  

Whatever

All I need are some tasty waves, a cool buzz, and I’m fine.

"Camelot sure fell apart, didn't it?"-Steve McCatty

by 5Aces on Aug 20, 2008 11:14 AM PDT up reply actions  

This is U.S. History, I see the globe right there

I am Ray Fosse's infatuations with Clay Wood and high-definition television.

by franks a lot on Aug 20, 2008 11:10 AM PDT up reply actions  

its been too many posts since we've mentioned the baseball game

“What? your telling me there’s a game going on?”
Did the Twins just score?

by SwishMyNish33 on Aug 20, 2008 11:15 AM PDT reply actions  

Slightly

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:15 AM PDT up reply actions  

I don't have a radio

so I have NO idea what’s going on, except from the game thread. What kind of pizza are the players eating?

There's no crying in baseball!

by gigglingone on Aug 20, 2008 11:16 AM PDT up reply actions  

whatever kind makes you play horrible baseball.

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:16 AM PDT up reply actions  

But doesn't give you the runs

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:17 AM PDT up reply actions  

A fly ball to right field

With mushrooms and olives.

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:17 AM PDT up reply actions  

Twins radio announcers have difficulty with "Rajai"

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:17 AM PDT reply actions  

Unlike Twins pitchers

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:17 AM PDT up reply actions  

Do you mean announcers?

If so it’s because that’s what MLB.tv provides it’s viewers with.

by OldhamA on Aug 20, 2008 11:23 AM PDT up reply actions  

Why isn't Zukes getting a day off?

Is Rob Bowen dead, or only in Geren’s eyes. Any pizza left?

by A'sfansince1970 on Aug 20, 2008 11:17 AM PDT reply actions  

Any piazza?

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:18 AM PDT up reply actions  

That was gone years ago.

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:18 AM PDT up reply actions  

Anyone notice that the Round Table Maui Zowie commercial...

sometimes plays twice during one radio break? This is a rebuilding year, indeed.

I am Ray Fosse's infatuations with Clay Wood and high-definition television.

by franks a lot on Aug 20, 2008 11:18 AM PDT reply actions  

It ALWAYS plays twice, doesn't it?

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by Englishmajor on Aug 20, 2008 11:19 AM PDT up reply actions  

That would make more sense if it was Little Caeser's

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions  

The pizzamaker always plays twice?

"Camelot sure fell apart, didn't it?"-Steve McCatty

by 5Aces on Aug 20, 2008 11:21 AM PDT up reply actions  

Frank Thomas needs to retire

McGwire belongs in the Hall so put him there

by streetisclosedin08 on Aug 20, 2008 11:19 AM PDT reply actions  

He certainly gets retired plenty

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions  

SACRILIGE! BLASPHEMY! BEGONE, MOSTE FOULE DAEMON!

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions  

Frank Thomas needs a Maui Zowie pizza

I am Ray Fosse's infatuations with Clay Wood and high-definition television.

by franks a lot on Aug 20, 2008 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions  

I'd listen to 9000 maui Zowie's

if I never had to listen to another guy vent again.

rebuildingseason.blogspot.com

by Rebuilding Season on Aug 20, 2008 11:21 AM PDT up reply actions  

Or hear poetic appreciation for an insurance policy

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:22 AM PDT up reply actions  

How I love theeeeeeeeeee.....

I am Ray Fosse's infatuations with Clay Wood and high-definition television.

by franks a lot on Aug 20, 2008 11:23 AM PDT up reply actions  

Liraino's inching towards "Gallagher territory"

That’s when you get to 90 pitches in the 4th inning.

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:23 AM PDT reply actions  

Who is their long relief now? Boof?

That sounds good, lets get to him.

rebuildingseason.blogspot.com

by Rebuilding Season on Aug 20, 2008 11:24 AM PDT up reply actions  

Sounds similar to Evelanditis

I am Ray Fosse's infatuations with Clay Wood and high-definition television.

by franks a lot on Aug 20, 2008 11:24 AM PDT up reply actions  

Inflammation of the Eveland? That'd be huge

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:25 AM PDT up reply actions  

Speaking of Eveland

I got really excited where I read that Eveland or Meyer may come up to start in Duke’s place

NOT

I hate unproductive outs and the A's are producing them at record production

by Trainman on Aug 20, 2008 11:26 AM PDT up reply actions  

They are pretty rare

from A’s players

I hate unproductive outs and the A's are producing them at record production

by Trainman on Aug 20, 2008 11:24 AM PDT up reply actions  

The "Nations" Commercial will always be the best.

Especially when Macha used to end it talking about hash browns.

by cyke17 on Aug 20, 2008 11:23 AM PDT reply actions  

Three Browns that suck:

Emil, Andrew, and Hash.

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:24 AM PDT up reply actions  

I could tolerate Emil

if I had some hash.

"May a nit suck Cajun geese?" wonders Red. No, we see gnu Jack Cust in a yam.

by andeux on Aug 20, 2008 11:28 AM PDT up reply actions  

I could probably stomach Andrew

if I had a meal.

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:29 AM PDT up reply actions  

Hashbrowns suck?!?

Do you kiss a goat with that mouth?

"Camelot sure fell apart, didn't it?"-Steve McCatty

by 5Aces on Aug 20, 2008 11:28 AM PDT up reply actions  

Yes.

And yes.

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:29 AM PDT up reply actions  

Speaking of Hash

The first time I came to the States in 1985, the first thing I ate was corned beef hash.

LOL

I hate unproductive outs and the A's are producing them at record production

by Trainman on Aug 20, 2008 11:28 AM PDT up reply actions  

Still think Macha is enjoying his Shed Shop Shed?

I am Ray Fosse's infatuations with Clay Wood and high-definition television.

by franks a lot on Aug 20, 2008 11:25 AM PDT up reply actions  

If we can just get the RBI masheeeeeeen to the plate...

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:24 AM PDT reply actions  

do we have jobs?

"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."

by SwampyD on Aug 20, 2008 11:26 AM PDT reply actions  

No, but we have LOBs!

I am Ray Fosse's infatuations with Clay Wood and high-definition television.

by franks a lot on Aug 20, 2008 11:28 AM PDT up reply actions  

I'm going to Starbucks

Anyone want anything?

Polynesian Sauce may not be available in all locations.

by Englishmajor on Aug 20, 2008 11:28 AM PDT reply actions  

no thanks

"The two of them deserve each other. One's a born liar, the other's convicted."

by SwampyD on Aug 20, 2008 11:28 AM PDT up reply actions  

Maui Zowie pizza

I am Ray Fosse's infatuations with Clay Wood and high-definition television.

by franks a lot on Aug 20, 2008 11:28 AM PDT up reply actions  

Hash.

"May a nit suck Cajun geese?" wonders Red. No, we see gnu Jack Cust in a yam.

by andeux on Aug 20, 2008 11:29 AM PDT up reply actions  

yes please

do you deliver to campus?

There's no crying in baseball!

by gigglingone on Aug 20, 2008 11:29 AM PDT up reply actions  

Green tea, please

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

by baseballgirl on Aug 20, 2008 11:39 AM PDT up reply actions  

A win?

Procrastinators unite....tomorrow

by muffinpryde on Aug 20, 2008 11:40 AM PDT up reply actions  

The friggin White Sox just mash....

Even Alexei Ramirez has become a beast

Bring back Hammer.

by OaktownPower on Aug 20, 2008 11:30 AM PDT reply actions  

If he isn't already, Alexei Ramirez is going to be a star

How is it that the A’s can’t unearth these guys who can actually hit the ball hard and far?

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:33 AM PDT up reply actions  

He still looks like a deer caught in the headlights.

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:34 AM PDT up reply actions  

We're not selling sunglasses here.

Get some guys who can hit the damn ball, pls.

by mikev on Aug 20, 2008 11:35 AM PDT up reply actions  

We need pitching....and much more of it

I am Ray Fosse's infatuations with Clay Wood and high-definition television.

by franks a lot on Aug 20, 2008 11:36 AM PDT up reply actions  

doesn't change the fact he looks like a deer caught in headlights.

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:36 AM PDT up reply actions  

The wild thing about Ramirez

is that he looks like he is about 170 pounds, but just mashes.

Bring back Hammer.

by OaktownPower on Aug 20, 2008 11:34 AM PDT up reply actions  

His build is kind of similar to Patterson's...

…with different results.

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:38 AM PDT up reply actions  

I'd love to see him make it, because the A's NEED

a good hitter who can get out and fly – which Patterson is, according to scouts.

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:40 AM PDT up reply actions  

Along these same lines-what's for lunch?

I decided to go into the office today (so now I can’t listen to the game-stupid friggin bank security), so I have to figure out where/what to eat.

"Camelot sure fell apart, didn't it?"-Steve McCatty

by 5Aces on Aug 20, 2008 11:31 AM PDT reply actions  

Homemade are the best

Made just the way you like, cheese gets melted enough, and not too many toppings to make all the chips soggy.

"Camelot sure fell apart, didn't it?"-Steve McCatty

by 5Aces on Aug 20, 2008 11:35 AM PDT up reply actions  

Special K bars and cheese crackers.

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:34 AM PDT up reply actions  

Honey-cilantro salmon with white rice

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

by baseballgirl on Aug 20, 2008 11:40 AM PDT up reply actions  

wow, that sounds fancy.

Did you make it? I think I am making some chicken salad from scratch.

39 remarkable innings.

by ZigFan31 on Aug 20, 2008 11:42 AM PDT up reply actions  

Same as always

Ramen and a Turkey Sandwich.

But I still have to eat breakfast.

rebuildingseason.blogspot.com

by Rebuilding Season on Aug 20, 2008 11:41 AM PDT up reply actions  

thai food to go

probably the Yellow curry and green bean tofu combo, but i won’t know for sure until I get there….

There's no crying in baseball!

by gigglingone on Aug 20, 2008 11:46 AM PDT up reply actions  

We get to play the Mariners next!

Maybe then the A’s will score more then 3 runs? Maybe?

by A'sfansince1970 on Aug 20, 2008 11:33 AM PDT reply actions  

Wash was pretty darn good in June and July...

Rough August so far, but he has been very solid most of the summer

Bring back Hammer.

by OaktownPower on Aug 20, 2008 11:36 AM PDT up reply actions  

It's Feierieieieiabend you mean

If When he shuts us out, it’s time to barf in unison.

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:39 AM PDT up reply actions  

The Pepsi people are getting free advertising without having to give free two liters away

The A’s are offensively-challenged, so it’s difficult to imagine the team scoring 7 or more runs.

I am Ray Fosse's infatuations with Clay Wood and high-definition television.

by franks a lot on Aug 20, 2008 11:37 AM PDT up reply actions  

Gotta hand it to those A's

They haven’t made it close, so those heart patients can rest easy.

rebuildingseason.blogspot.com

by Rebuilding Season on Aug 20, 2008 11:36 AM PDT up reply actions  

Our Heart is a good team's Colon

I am Ray Fosse's infatuations with Clay Wood and high-definition television.

by franks a lot on Aug 20, 2008 11:38 AM PDT up reply actions  

If we lose by less than 10 runs I'm happy.

"I'm telling you, I can't wait to put on that white uniform," Gonzalez said. "That will be the prettiest uniform I'll ever see."

by pam5981 on Aug 20, 2008 11:36 AM PDT reply actions  

Rusty? Old?

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

by baseballgirl on Aug 20, 2008 11:40 AM PDT up reply actions  

Washed up, like one of those giant squids

I am Ray Fosse's infatuations with Clay Wood and high-definition television.

by franks a lot on Aug 20, 2008 11:41 AM PDT up reply actions  

watch it!

"And sometimes, when it seems like all hope is gone, Life tosses you a special gift of a baseball game" . 7/10/08 BaseBallGirl headline

by LongTimeFan on Aug 20, 2008 11:45 AM PDT up reply actions  

Cahill out

after 3 no hit innings.

Finished with my woman 'cause she couldn't help me with my mind...

by diaryofmac10 on Aug 20, 2008 11:39 AM PDT reply actions  

Schweeeeet!

Now make him pitch hurt – it’s good for his character.

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:41 AM PDT up reply actions  

He needs to prove that he's a warrior.

…An injured warrior.

A free society is one where it is safe to be unpopular.

by IowaA'sFan on Aug 20, 2008 11:42 AM PDT up reply actions  

Did everybody see Duke and Gallagher shut down

at least one start. Gallagher arm fatigue, with Geren talking about his change in velocity. Evelend back up, no?

by A'sfansince1970 on Aug 20, 2008 11:40 AM PDT reply actions  

got to be

and either meyer or saarloos as the spot starter for duke

"I was right and you were wrong." - Ray Fosse

by kbtoyz on Aug 20, 2008 11:41 AM PDT up reply actions  

I predict Eveland and Saarloos,

along with Braden, Smith, and…who else pitches for us again?

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:48 AM PDT up reply actions  

Gio!

Procrastinators unite....tomorrow

by muffinpryde on Aug 20, 2008 11:49 AM PDT up reply actions  

That's the guy!

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:50 AM PDT up reply actions  

At least Liriano is over 100 pitches

they got to pull him soon, right?

"I was right and you were wrong." - Ray Fosse

by kbtoyz on Aug 20, 2008 11:42 AM PDT reply actions  

Boof was up last inning

BOOF.

BOOF!

rebuildingseason.blogspot.com

by Rebuilding Season on Aug 20, 2008 11:45 AM PDT up reply actions  

Someone named Barf Bowser was throwing up in the pen

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:49 AM PDT up reply actions  

Are we still tied?

My latte took kind of a long time.

Polynesian Sauce may not be available in all locations.

by Englishmajor on Aug 20, 2008 11:45 AM PDT reply actions  

Thanks

although it’s bad news….
I also stopped at the front desk and got my mail, which consisted of three free books and two free CDs. There are things I like about my job, after all….

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by Englishmajor on Aug 20, 2008 11:48 AM PDT up reply actions  

the free books thing rocks. agreed.

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:51 AM PDT up reply actions  

they're always books aimed at the teacher who gets them,

which makes life more interesting. But it’s also bribery. Low-level, of course, but…

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:53 AM PDT up reply actions  

This comment brought to you by the year 1994,

and by the good folks at Jackie Moore, Inc.

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:50 AM PDT up reply actions  

He's no Ariel Prieto

"I was right and you were wrong." - Ray Fosse

by kbtoyz on Aug 20, 2008 11:53 AM PDT up reply actions  

He's no Ron Darling

I am Ray Fosse's infatuations with Clay Wood and high-definition television.

by franks a lot on Aug 20, 2008 11:59 AM PDT up reply actions  

Somebody kill me.

Now.

A free society is one where it is safe to be unpopular.

by IowaA'sFan on Aug 20, 2008 11:50 AM PDT up reply actions  

I'm off to work now...

and I have to miss the rest of the game. oh well. Hope the A’s win!!!

I don't know who the cool people are, but if I look to the bottom of the standings, I know where the A’s are. ~theblackpearl

by #14fan on Aug 20, 2008 11:49 AM PDT reply actions  

They will. They always do.

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:50 AM PDT up reply actions  

Hahahaha!!!!

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

by baseballgirl on Aug 20, 2008 11:51 AM PDT up reply actions  

Is this some bizarro-world I've slipped into?

I see a deranged rabbit, on fire, cowering away from a vagina. I await the results of the Rorschaschererer. -Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Aug 20, 2008 11:51 AM PDT up reply actions  

Will Braden stick?

He looks good. What books and what Cds?

by A'sfansince1970 on Aug 20, 2008 11:52 AM PDT reply actions  

Stick? He's our ACE.

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 Aug 20, 2008 11:55 AM PDT up reply actions  

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