Open Game Thread: Game 157 - A's @ Rangers
by Taj Adib on Sep 23, 2008 5:11 PM PDT
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PrintNot sure if someone else was supposed to post this thread, but I guess it's up to me! The game's already started, with Dustin Nippert throwing a quick 1-2-3 1st inning against the A's lineup. Eveland Outman is taking the mound. Here's the lineup:
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Fire Taj Now!!!
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Errrr wait a minute....
Fire Taj after the game in case we need new threads.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
They're the same person
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:16 PM PDT up reply actions
They said before the game started
that there would be a lot of guests in the booth tonight… and I’m gonna miss most of the broadcast… sad. Someone wanna keep track if they say anything interesting?
Bowen is not an outman.
At all.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Catchers should not use the basket catch in general
Last of the Ninth - Photography Site / jamesvenes.com - Blog
You should have heard me when he made his first appearance at KC.
But he came back. And there was much rejoicing.
Nothing on closets though
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:18 PM PDT up reply actions
if that was intentional, that was nicely done
amount and outman are anagrams
It's just something we do. It's not something we like. @('.')@
I really like Outman's stuff,
more so than Eveland, Smith,Braden, or Gio – I think he has a chance to be a “top 5” starter for this team in 2009 going forward. He has the best fastball of the group, and his slider is pretty damn solid.
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
Gio!
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:19 PM PDT up reply actions
I agree.
I mean, Outman just begins every start with so much more room for error than the other guys. Last night, everytime Smith allowed a baserunner, I cringed. Outman doesn’t inspire that type of fear, in me, the fan, at least.
I'm never gonna do it without the fez on!
how does outman only have 14 pitches after having faced that many batters in the first?
"I talked to Paul this morning and asked if he could acquire some chemistry from another GM whose team is out of the race. But I'm concerned chemistry might not clear waivers."
--Beane
anybody read the article about cust
saying that he was going to spend all off-season training his eyes?
LOL
They called it. He’s either going to K, walk, or the other thing.
But he came back. And there was much rejoicing.
Besides being extremely creepy looking
Josh Lewin is annoying as hell
i think nippert is going to throw the fastball against cust...he's thrown 8 so far
"I talked to Paul this morning and asked if he could acquire some chemistry from another GM whose team is out of the race. But I'm concerned chemistry might not clear waivers."
--Beane
WOW.
SpartaCust lives!!!
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Yay Jack
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
HE. IS. SPARTACUST!
I remember a couple months back when I got into a debate with somebody here who said he wouldn’t sniff 30 homers this year. Who was that?
by thejd44 on Sep 23, 2008 5:23 PM PDT reply actions
the dude just threw 9 fastballs in a row...how could cust not time that right?
it was just a matter of time until he got one where he wanted it
"I talked to Paul this morning and asked if he could acquire some chemistry from another GM whose team is out of the race. But I'm concerned chemistry might not clear waivers."
--Beane
I can't wait until announcers realize that Crosby being healthy is worse for the A's than when he's on the DL
by thejd44 on Sep 23, 2008 5:24 PM PDT reply actions
I hope not. Maybe they'll trade for him as a Bridge to Elvis
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:26 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm glad to see the game thread hasn't devolved into a porn thread
(yet)
"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
Yeah. We didn't have a thread when Trav and RyRy were batting.
But he came back. And there was much rejoicing.
Did you see that FSNSW closeup of him after he made the 3rd out?
Sooo glowy, he looked like an angel.
Cust should be telling Bobby,
“Boy, stick with the two baggers. You ain’t all grown up yet.”
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Good news!
The A’s got back to me about the music that plays in the back of the “Anthem” commercial.
Bad news: It was written especially for the commercial and I’ll have to contact at least two other people to find the name of it.
But he came back. And there was much rejoicing.
We suck.
Only the second team in MLB to strike out more than 1200 times and hit [really small amount] homeruns. The ‘68 Mets were the other team. I just don’t like listening to any other broadcast against the A’s.
But he came back. And there was much rejoicing.
great call on custs homer though...
“There’s that other thing you were talking about!…Everybody else on their team has homerun totals of four…two…zero…he’s got 31.”
Imagine what he might do with just an ounce of protection in the lineup!
I'm never gonna do it without the fez on!
He's pregnant?
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Well, they're right
The A’s offense is the worst in the AL.
by thejd44 on Sep 23, 2008 5:31 PM PDT up reply actions
But they don't have to rub it in..
sucks for the Rangers that their team is in 3rd in the division behind the worst offensive team in the AL.
Why the hostility?
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:28 PM PDT up reply actions
They'll show it again.
It was a mammoth shot. Truly Custian. An Epic.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
It bothers me that announcers think the OBP philosophy is no longer applicable because the A's have a low team OBP
There’s a difference between a chance in philosophy and a group of guys who are bad at baseball. They’re 4th in the AL in walks.
by thejd44 on Sep 23, 2008 5:29 PM PDT reply actions
Hannahan's the poster boy for this
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:37 PM PDT up reply actions
Barton, too.
Although I certainly think Barton has a lot more ability than he’s shown. Barton and Hannahan have been pretty close to identical offensively this season.
by thejd44 on Sep 23, 2008 5:46 PM PDT up reply actions
Yay Jeff!
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
Now's the time for Lard to GIDP
"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
OutMan can dial it up.
He’s hitting low to mid nineties fairly consistently.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Solid D by Barton.
Throw was strong but way off line.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Ya Carlos looks worse than Aaron at this point
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:38 PM PDT up reply actions
What stupid song?
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:37 PM PDT up reply actions
Old joke....
but every time I hear that song I think of Yosemite Sam saying, “Hippies. Ahhhh hates me some hippies.”
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Fifth Dimension?
That was probably one of the first pop songs I remember. That and Brand New Key. Joy to the World. Let It Be.
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:40 PM PDT up reply actions
Everybody's parents did
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:42 PM PDT up reply actions
Jerimiah was a Bullfrog.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
He always had some mighty fine wine
"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
At least it's not Orson Welles
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:45 PM PDT up reply actions
I want to buy a grey Oakland jersey....
but don’t know who I should get.
But he came back. And there was much rejoicing.
We need a player named Fremont
for the intermission.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Hey, I've got a Spartacust jersey tee
A Swooney jersey would be pretty cool.
by thejd44 on Sep 23, 2008 5:46 PM PDT up reply actions
Inoa might be a safe bet.
He should be around for a while. I mean, he might not pan out, but he should be in the system for a few years anyway….
by whiteshoes40 on Sep 23, 2008 5:40 PM PDT up reply actions
Yay Jeff!
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
Consensus on Baisley?
Doesn’t look half bad in the field, can actually go the opposite way with the bat, doesn’t project to strike out a ton. Might be useful player…
I'm never gonna do it without the fez on!
Olmedo Saenz
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:43 PM PDT up reply actions
I think he's just as good as Hannahan defensively
And a lot better offensively.
Is he the third base answer? Don’t know. But If he gets the same number of at bats next year as Miley did this year, the A’s will be alright.
by thejd44 on Sep 23, 2008 5:50 PM PDT up reply actions
First guest on the broacast...
David Forst
"Baseball, it is said, is only a game. True. And the Grand Canyon is only a hole in Arizona. Not all games and holes are created equal." --George F. Will
Woo!!
Go Travis!
"Baseball, it is said, is only a game. True. And the Grand Canyon is only a hole in Arizona. Not all games and holes are created equal." --George F. Will
Mr. Buck is now leaving the yard.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Let's see if Buck can get his wood on the ball
"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
I guess he got a major woody there
"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
And here we go!
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
He ran around the bases OK though
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:44 PM PDT up reply actions
Yay Travis!
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
Speaking of QoTM and Ryan Sweeney
Ryan Sweeney did a perfect ‘10’ grammatical gyration/synthesis during his pre-game interview.
He was saying how he didn’t many left-handed pitchers early in the season, but now he does…
sporadically..
periodically…
I guess he wanted to make certain that he got both of those words in, so he says,
but now I’m seeing lefthanded pitching speeriodically so..
it was a “haha” moment, and Cotroneo let it slide “write threw”.
Runs Please. A lot of them. The rest of the season. Thank you.
by One won lost won on Sep 23, 2008 5:53 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm going to flag this comment as spam.
Are you trying tarnish my image of Ryan Fucking Sweeney? Get out of here.
But he came back. And there was much rejoicing.
Pennington had a HR swing there. Unfortunately....
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
i hate you milton bradley
"I talked to Paul this morning and asked if he could acquire some chemistry from another GM whose team is out of the race. But I'm concerned chemistry might not clear waivers."
--Beane
Outman isnt' so much anymore.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Could be a 17-16 game.
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:51 PM PDT up reply actions
Imagine that....
the A’s scoring 17 runs.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
I'm glad that other teams make so many outs on the basepaths
Non-stupidity gives us a nice edge.
Apparently you haven't see the baserunning adventures of Brown, Patterson, and Gonzalez this year
by thejd44 on Sep 23, 2008 5:51 PM PDT up reply actions
Or the general refusal to leave 3B
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:52 PM PDT up reply actions
No kidding.
Almost have to serve the A’s with eviction papers.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Which is very tough in California
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:55 PM PDT up reply actions
Agreed. Don't really see why you play the infield in with the lead in the third inning
Geren is a silly man.
by thejd44 on Sep 23, 2008 5:53 PM PDT up reply actions
He's nibbling now. I don't approve.
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
Anybody ever seen "Blood Diamond"?
Some characters in that movie constantly used the term, “T.I.A.” – “This is Africa” to describe all the craziness that goes on in the Continent…well, same thing here…
T.I.A. – This Is Arlington…
Get ready for a 14-13 marathon…
I'm never gonna do it without the fez on!
I saw the rains down in Africa....
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
No, I really did.
It freaking rains a lot.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
I know.
I was just trying to put annoying songs in peoples heads. I’m cruel that way.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Anyone remeber 10cc?
I think they use to sing some good old pantie dropper songs.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
I never paid much attention to them. Of course if I had....
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:07 PM PDT up reply actions
Speaking of 10cc...
I thought I had one of their songs stuck in my head for a week. I could sing any of it, and the only lyric I could remember was the word ‘bitch’.
Turns out it wasn’t 10cc.
But he came back. And there was much rejoicing.
I can never remember who sings....
“All by Myself.” I thought it was 10cc for a very long time.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Hopefully we will hear TIS later in the game
Cust screaming THIS IS SPARTA!!!!!!!!!!!!!! as he unloads on another cupcake fastball.
Eveland rocks! Eveland rocks! Somewhere Drew Carey just smiled.
He's in Philadelphia
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:57 PM PDT up reply actions
blanton had a fastball?
"I talked to Paul this morning and asked if he could acquire some chemistry from another GM whose team is out of the race. But I'm concerned chemistry might not clear waivers."
--Beane
by DyeLongJustice on Sep 23, 2008 5:58 PM PDT up reply actions
I've never been to Africa. I'd like to go and see if people really believe that.
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 5:57 PM PDT up reply actions
Africa is a big place
I imagine it depends a lot on where you go. I was in Botswana and Zimbabwe in the early 90s (before the recent ugliness). Botswana was a functional country with reasonably good government. Zimbabwe was more like a gang territory, even then.
My cousins grew up in Botswana. They loved it and want to go back.
I’d like to visit Namibia as well.
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:03 PM PDT up reply actions
Good article by Tom Tango
Thanks to Vegas Watch, we see that PECOTA and Neyer were off by 10 games, Vegas was off by 11, and Olney/Phillips were off by 13. Lovely.
Now, here’s the fun part. Ready? If you had forecasted every single team to finish as 81-81, the RMSE would have been 10.6. That is, of the 12 smartest and most experienced guys that Vegas Watch decided to track, here is the list, with the perfectly competitive balanced vote listed:
9.6 PECOTA
10.2 Neyer
10.5 Law
10.6 Perfectly Competitive Balanced (all teams predicted at 81-81)
10.8 Vegas
11.1 Passan
11.3 Sheehan
11.4 Brown
11.7 Kurkijan
12.1 Stark
12.1 Henson
12.4 Phillips
13.0 Olney
Says it all doesn’t it?
So PECOTA's OK, but not nearly as good as doing the opposite of what Olney and Phillips recommend?
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:00 PM PDT up reply actions
It was the distance between predicted wins and actual wins, so it’s hard to see what the opposite would be.
The original Vegas Watch article here is good too:
http://vegaswatch.net/2008/09/evaluating-april-mlb-predictions-2008.html
The two names at the bottom also haven’t changed, although this year it’s Olney who fared unbelievably poorly, while last year it was Phillips. 13.05 is incredibly bad; if you just used 2007 records, without looking at RS/RA or regressing or accounting for any offseason moves or doing anything, you get 12.46. So Olney’s input actually detracted from the information given. Impressive.
and regarding Phillips:
It really has been an incredible ride. Cherish this moment; it’s possibly nobody will ever be this wrong again.
what i love is that phillips is HORRIBLE at predicting some of these teams
and i hate phillips
"I talked to Paul this morning and asked if he could acquire some chemistry from another GM whose team is out of the race. But I'm concerned chemistry might not clear waivers."
--Beane
by DyeLongJustice on Sep 23, 2008 6:00 PM PDT up reply actions
And yet he made a lot of money
as a GM.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
so do lots of other terrible G.M.'s...but they still have their jobs currently
"I talked to Paul this morning and asked if he could acquire some chemistry from another GM whose team is out of the race. But I'm concerned chemistry might not clear waivers."
--Beane
by DyeLongJustice on Sep 23, 2008 6:03 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm underwhelmed by Minaya
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:05 PM PDT up reply actions
Mets fans are also unimpressed by Minaya
(at this point, by and large)
Phillips SUCKED! I used to see his little white head a few rows in front of me at the Spring Training facility and want to laugh.
Colletti doesn't impress me either
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:09 PM PDT up reply actions
nor do cashman or sabean
"I talked to Paul this morning and asked if he could acquire some chemistry from another GM whose team is out of the race. But I'm concerned chemistry might not clear waivers."
--Beane
by DyeLongJustice on Sep 23, 2008 6:09 PM PDT up reply actions
I like what Sabean's done with the Giants farm and like how he went for it all with Bonds
I’m not sure what to make of Cashman.
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:11 PM PDT up reply actions
ok, i will admit that sabean has looked better as of late
the Giants do seem to have a direction/future. but some of the signings in the past (even the rowand one) make me scratch my head. and i’ll never forget his pierzinski deal.
"I talked to Paul this morning and asked if he could acquire some chemistry from another GM whose team is out of the race. But I'm concerned chemistry might not clear waivers."
--Beane
by DyeLongJustice on Sep 23, 2008 6:13 PM PDT up reply actions
Ethan's mom is on her way to the hospital
Looks like she is early (was due Oct 4)
I'm here to talk about the past.
It's not like the A's will be playing in October.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
I think he still leads the league in staples.
At least the ones in the cranium.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
That giant black sign in the OF could
very well be an open portal to hell.
But he came back. And there was much rejoicing.
I'm doing QOTM this month.
You have to point me in the right direction.
But he came back. And there was much rejoicing.
Making the first out at third base
with Young, Hamilton, and Bradley due up? Sounds brilly to me!!!!
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
Or are they really playing for 3rd place?
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:19 PM PDT up reply actions
By pretending to be clueless in the field?
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:12 PM PDT up reply actions
That changeup to M. Young is what is going to
make or break – hopefully make – Outman as a starter. If he can throw that consistently, he’s a major league starter.
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
He's finally getting some ground balls.
He could turn into something special.
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
Control will still be an issue, but I really like
his fastball, the Carlteonesque – ok, Lirianoesque – disappearing slider, and a solid changeup would make him potentially very, very tough. And he doesn’t appear to be afraid to go right after guys; he just doesn’t always have control yet.
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
LOL - it's been 14 years now
I might be a tad rusty. (Though I call every game in my head until I consciously remind myself not to.)
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
The 4 K's are good, but the 9 hits, and 1:5 GB:FB don't look good
Only a couple of the hits weren’t hard hit.
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:14 PM PDT up reply actions
If you said that Outman was
John Elway’s brother, I would not dispute that.
Runs Please. A lot of them. The rest of the season. Thank you.
by One won lost won on Sep 23, 2008 6:15 PM PDT reply actions
Lewin says he's the spitting image of Mike Oquist
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:15 PM PDT up reply actions
Wait, aren't I supposed to be doing the game thread today?
Thanks, Taj!
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
Oh Nico!
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:16 PM PDT up reply actions
I can do that -
Seriously, I spaced it out until the moment I made that comment. Ah, senility.
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
Hi kapers!
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:17 PM PDT up reply actions
Baisley got another hit when I wasn't looking
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
What happened?
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:18 PM PDT up reply actions
This morning, I locked myself in the garage.
Then, on the exact date of my second year anniversary of my first cellphone-dropping-in-the-toilet, it happens again!
Texting in the loo comes with its hazards
In any case it appears that you’re safe now. Unless you’re posting from a Black Berry, in which case you’ve successfully fished it out of the toilet.
[Crosby] "Guy that has driven in some big runs for the A's over the years" - Vince Cotroneo
by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:23 PM PDT up reply actions
I once dropped my checkbook in a toilet...
it had “stuff” in it. My drivers license and CC was in there, so I had to go after it.
Recently, I washed my iPod Nano with my pants. I had an aneurysm.
But he came back. And there was much rejoicing.
The first time I dropped my phone in the toilet,
I screamed for my ex-boyfriend to fish it out for me. Today though, I snatched it before a lot of the water could damage it. It’s in the oven as I speak.
Did you set the timer?
I’m not sure I’d go that extra mile for and EX-girlfriend. He must be a really nice guy.
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by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:30 PM PDT up reply actions
Not too bad.
I locked my keys in the house. I had to pop the screen off, move some lawn furniture and jump in a window.
But he came back. And there was much rejoicing.
I think that's a good day for you, Jennifer. And any day you don't have to go to the post office.
Proud mommy of "mini-kapers"
I usually have to go to the post office every day.
But I get paid for it, so it’s sort of okay.
But he came back. And there was much rejoicing.
today has been pretty good. saturday sucked, but today? okay so far
what happened to your day?
There's no crying in baseball!
Hope the rest of your day goes well.
Stay away from ladders and don’t open up any umbrellas at home!
I don't think I'll be leaving the house again today.
Dinner in the oven, game on tv, why would I leave?
There's no crying in baseball!
I'm just dealing with an asshole co-worker right now...
but that’s not really “unlucky” just more of the same, sadly…
I'm never gonna do it without the fez on!
I recommend mooning him to point out his shortcomings
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by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:20 PM PDT up reply actions
It's times like these I'm glad I'm unemployed
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by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:25 PM PDT up reply actions
I've managed it for three years.
I’m thinking I’ll need a job by January though.
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by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:28 PM PDT up reply actions
Yay Travis!
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No.
Maybe a spot on the active roster, but with Cargon in center, that only leaves two spots for Cunningham, Buck and Swooney. Someone is going to loose out and wind up a 4th outfielder…
I'm never gonna do it without the fez on!
When?
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by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:27 PM PDT up reply actions
Less than a week ago on the A's mlb site and SFGate.
But he came back. And there was much rejoicing.
That must have come as very good news for you.
He has pretty much earned it of course.
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by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:31 PM PDT up reply actions
CarGon should start in AAA IMO
A decision needs to be made on Buck sooner than it has to be made on CarGon, and Buck hasn’t had a legit chance to prove himself in 2008 outside of right now.
Now with 100% more Canuck.
He had a legit chance in April
He was just terrible.
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by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:28 PM PDT up reply actions
There's still a decent chance Buck out-OPS's Gonzales by the end of the season
Gonzales has also been terrible. He’s just sustained his suckitude more evenly.
he should get one more shot at the gig
i’m not sold on cunningham being ready quite yet.
"I talked to Paul this morning and asked if he could acquire some chemistry from another GM whose team is out of the race. But I'm concerned chemistry might not clear waivers."
--Beane
by DyeLongJustice on Sep 23, 2008 6:24 PM PDT up reply actions
Honestly
Probaby not. Just because he’s producing during the last week, he has yet to prove that he can stay healthy and productive for the duration of a season.
If you mean on the 25 man roster, yes. If you mean 500 PA, yes if he stays healthy, which means No.
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by WaddellCanseco on Sep 23, 2008 6:26 PM PDT up reply actions
dirt you made my lunch
"I talked to Paul this morning and asked if he could acquire some chemistry from another GM whose team is out of the race. But I'm concerned chemistry might not clear waivers."
--Beane
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