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Dallas Braden knows the A's offense bites. So does CSNCA showing replays of THAT homer.

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Dallas Braden knows the A's offense bites. So does CSNCA showing replays of THAT homer.

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The inevitable runs have scored and they came from the wrong team. 2-0 Dodgers going to the 7th. Let's not get shut out, please.

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roomy.

especially without Tommy.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:07 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

THIS THREAD BETTER HAVE A’S RUNS MOJO

emperor nobody: "can ben copeland play third will the mcgwire throwback jersey be sponsored by balco labs i think i am having non-nerve-damage related chest pains well there’s holliday’s homer for may"
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.

by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 16, 2009 9:07 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

agrd.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:11 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Let's make this a Lasorda-free thread

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 9:08 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

forgot to add, from this point forward

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 9:09 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

So, LaSorda's bad habits? was that nice old

guy, if i remember it right, cavorting with professional women?

alaska A residing in Idaho.

by ak_A on Jun 16, 2009 9:09 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

RALLY CAPS!

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by LoneStranger on Jun 16, 2009 9:10 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

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emperor nobody: "can ben copeland play third will the mcgwire throwback jersey be sponsored by balco labs i think i am having non-nerve-damage related chest pains well there’s holliday’s homer for may"
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.

by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 16, 2009 9:10 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

So have we won a game since recalling Barton?

Maybe he’s just a bad tiki idol.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:10 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

damn staplehead.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:11 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

yeah, we got that.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:13 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

...

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 9:11 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

it's good to be somewhere where I'm understood.

On a related note, you should probably be concerned that you can understand me.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:12 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Um...

Honey, I’m sure a lot of us got that.

by lynnzgal on Jun 16, 2009 9:14 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think a lot of you get me.

In a related note, you should be concerned that you get me.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:15 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

...is that from The Brady Bunch?

The episode where they’re in Hawaii?

emperor nobody: "can ben copeland play third will the mcgwire throwback jersey be sponsored by balco labs i think i am having non-nerve-damage related chest pains well there’s holliday’s homer for may"
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.

by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 16, 2009 9:14 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Everybody has

But yes Suzuki has absolutely fallen off a cliff

"Their batters are patient to the point that it's annoying." -Ryan Franklin

by Helloooo 1st on Jun 16, 2009 9:11 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

What's the over/under line on total runs scored in the A's/Padres series this weekend

I say around 6.

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 9:10 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Vin Scully's latest observation:

“The Oakland offense is not much, apparently.”

Ah, they just don’t make astute pros like that anymore.

by el campysino on Jun 16, 2009 9:12 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

you know.

I would give anything to have Bill back, but next him, there’s no one I’d rather hear call a game than Vin Scully.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:13 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

gotta love the guy though

Roy Steele is the voice of God

by cuppingmaster on Jun 16, 2009 9:13 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

brought to you by Farmer John

the eastern most in quality and the western most in flavor

alaska A residing in Idaho.

by ak_A on Jun 16, 2009 9:15 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hey all, I love Scully too.

Particularly his gift for dry understatement.

by el campysino on Jun 16, 2009 9:17 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Well I'm off.

Can’t wait to read more quotes from Geren about how “their guy just pitched well”

"Their batters are patient to the point that it's annoying." -Ryan Franklin

by Helloooo 1st on Jun 16, 2009 9:14 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

It's more that their guy, well, pitched.

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 Jun 16, 2009 9:15 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

+1

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 9:15 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

i finally processed it .....+1

alaska A residing in Idaho.

by ak_A on Jun 16, 2009 9:17 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

i think its more like

their guys, well, hit

Roy Steele is the voice of God

by cuppingmaster on Jun 16, 2009 9:16 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I refuse to tip my cap

plus, it’s being used as a tourniquet on my shredded wrists.

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:15 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

That's my favorite cereal

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 Jun 16, 2009 9:24 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

and they don't get soggy in melky!

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Makes you want to puke thinking about what hes going to say

How about he come out and say,

This offense is an embarrassment and they fucking suck.

That would be telling the truth would it not?

by Trainman on Jun 16, 2009 9:16 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

he would also have to cop to his own ineptitude, I think.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

can we spike the gatorade with some bourbon?

geren seems mild-mannered. I bet he’s a belligerent drunk

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

maybe even mean.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:19 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

yup. Hey, you can't spell belliGERENt without...

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:20 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

7-1 now

emperor nobody: "can ben copeland play third will the mcgwire throwback jersey be sponsored by balco labs i think i am having non-nerve-damage related chest pains well there’s holliday’s homer for may"
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.

by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 16, 2009 9:17 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'd root for the Red Sox over the Giants.

Particularly right now, having just been swept.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:20 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don't get you

AN was so much better before I got here.

by stormtown on Jun 16, 2009 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I despise the Giants.

They think they’re just the best thing in the world. They think their shit’s ice cream because of that stadium they somehow managed to pull out of their butt. They were about a phone call away from playing 30 minutes from where I am right now in the Trop. And they act like butter couldn’t melt in their mouth. Eff them. Eff them in their pretentious, no-World Series winning asses.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I love this comment

So in effect I love you. I need to whip this one out when ever my friends that are Giants fans utter a sound. Of course that begs the question, “Why are they my friends?” I should think of a good answer for that..

"Their batters are patient to the point that it's annoying." -Ryan Franklin

by Helloooo 1st on Jun 17, 2009 12:54 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Why did we have to draw Lincecum and Cain instead of Zito and Sanchez?

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 9:24 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Barry ain't shutting us out.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:28 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

It's Barry Zito.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:30 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Actually I think that would be an exciting game

Something’s gotta give right?

"Their batters are patient to the point that it's annoying." -Ryan Franklin

by Helloooo 1st on Jun 17, 2009 12:55 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

could be Weurtz...

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:19 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

waaa wahhhhhhhhhhh

Roy Steele is the voice of God

by cuppingmaster on Jun 16, 2009 9:20 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

This Is Going to Weurtz Me More Than It Weurtz You.

More than just ANtics: http://www.louisgray.com/live/

by louismg on Jun 16, 2009 9:20 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wanna Weurtz donut?

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:21 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wuertz, don't it!

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

If any veteran is "seasoned", it's Wuertz.

"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan

by iglew on Jun 16, 2009 9:21 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Mr Jones, I know it took you nine years to get here,

but don’t unpack your bags. You suck. Go on back to the minors.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:22 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

take rajai with you

Roy Steele is the voice of God

by cuppingmaster on Jun 16, 2009 9:23 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

agrd.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Has to be how Denorfia feels

Dude your almost 30 and you cant beat Davis out for any playing time. I know its not a good time to look for a job but at least think about taking a gander at the help wanted ads pretty soon.

by asfaninpismobeach on Jun 16, 2009 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

calimari for lunch?!

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:22 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

agrd.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:26 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm so pissed

I wanna see a dodger batboy get drilled in the head. You see now why i’m callous?

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:23 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

kill us?

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 Jun 16, 2009 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

thought you'd never ask!!

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:26 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

oh good job, Nico.

Way to get us all killed. Nice leadership.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

you're probably safe LB. Pretend I'm a zombie

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:30 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I will settle for these inept MF'ers

earning their way overpaid salaries

by Trainman on Jun 16, 2009 9:26 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

hark, a hit

alaska A residing in Idaho.

by ak_A on Jun 16, 2009 9:27 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

pass it my way. This f'in game is killin me!

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:30 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

A hit? WTF is that?

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 9:27 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Zook!

Please let this be the start of another streak!

by lynnzgal on Jun 16, 2009 9:28 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Yay! Let's go A's!

"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan

by iglew on Jun 16, 2009 9:29 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

they're losing much slkower than they did in SF

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:29 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

speaking of, my new monkey, who has

dredlocks and a tattoo on his neck (and several others) and play guitar in a death metal band is an accomplished skater. He’s an interesting monkey. I like him a lot. He’s kind of like the guy in The Tao of Steve, but with a much cooler exterior…

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:33 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

any piercings?

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 9:34 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

several.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:35 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Like mine?

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 9:36 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I haven't checked, Mike.

He’s from Jersey. Homophobia runs deep there.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:37 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Report back plz.

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

C'mon G, three-run jimmy jack

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 9:31 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

YES YES YES YES YES

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 9:34 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

TWSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 9:35 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

wat?

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 9:36 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

<3

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 9:37 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

OH MY FUCKING GOD!!!!!!

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 9:34 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

there you go!

AN was so much better before I got here.

by stormtown on Jun 16, 2009 9:34 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

why are there A's on the playing field?

don’t they know they have to wait till the bottom half of the inning?

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:32 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

yes

alaska A residing in Idaho.

by ak_A on Jun 16, 2009 9:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Holy Fuckin Toledo!!!!!!!!!!!!

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

i like this

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:35 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

WOOT!

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

BOOM!

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 9:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Woooo! 3-2!

"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan

by iglew on Jun 16, 2009 9:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

ssssssuuuuuccccckaaaaaahhh

Roy Steele is the voice of God

by cuppingmaster on Jun 16, 2009 9:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Just tack onto the end.

“And then Giambi hit a three-run bomb.”

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:36 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

YES!

I was praying for a breaking ball. Giambi cant hit the fastball and they serve him up a breaking ball, lol

by asfaninpismobeach on Jun 16, 2009 9:35 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

HELL YEAH!!

ABOUT DAMN TIME!

Green and Gold Lantern Corps

by oaklandSMASH on Jun 16, 2009 9:35 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Dear Mr. Giambi,

About all those mean things we said. Sorry ’bout that.

                                    Sincerely, AN

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:36 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

emperor nobody: "can ben copeland play third will the mcgwire throwback jersey be sponsored by balco labs i think i am having non-nerve-damage related chest pains well there’s holliday’s homer for may"
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.

by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 16, 2009 9:36 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

visions of mike stanton, 2001, and the yankees sweep back in the day

and now my screen is wet from gatorade spray

Roy Steele is the voice of God

by cuppingmaster on Jun 16, 2009 9:36 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Breaking pitch to Giambi

That was a horrible mistake. He can’t catch up with most fastballs. But give him a lousy breaking pitch and he can still hit it out.

by bear88 on Jun 16, 2009 9:36 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Outstanding!!!! NEED TO TACK ON SOME MORE RUNS!!!

Only chance the A’s have of turning this season around is for Giambi to get hot.

by Yellowhorse on Jun 16, 2009 9:38 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Giambi

Should have done the Hacksaw rounding the bases…

All Games and Comments are Subject to Blackout

by Hit4TheCycle on Jun 16, 2009 9:38 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

carried a 2x4 and acted like he had no teeth?

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:40 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

...

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 9:41 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!

USA! USA! USA! USA! USA! USA! USA! USA!

by LoneStranger on Jun 16, 2009 9:44 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm convinced Larry the Cable Guy

stole Git er Dun from him.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:45 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Crosby?!

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:39 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

HAAHAHAH

I heard hell just froze over, lol

by asfaninpismobeach on Jun 16, 2009 9:39 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Careful driving on the ice, LB.

"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan

by iglew on Jun 16, 2009 9:41 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

i'm so dead.

every other driver’s like 90.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:41 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Whoa, wait, the place where LB is froze over?

emperor nobody: "can ben copeland play third will the mcgwire throwback jersey be sponsored by balco labs i think i am having non-nerve-damage related chest pains well there’s holliday’s homer for may"
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.

by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 16, 2009 9:41 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Holy crap, the ball hit Crosby's bat

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 9:39 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

LOL that was a big fly

Roy Steele is the voice of God

by cuppingmaster on Jun 16, 2009 9:39 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Dear Mr. Crosby,

About all the mean things we said. You still stink, but thanks for the solo shot.

                                    Sincerely, AN

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:39 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Another horrible pitch

Fastball inside to Crosby – the one pitch he can drive.

by bear88 on Jun 16, 2009 9:39 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

HELL YEAH PART DEUX!!

If Cros is hitting homers, pigs are flying and the A’s are winning!

Green and Gold Lantern Corps

by oaklandSMASH on Jun 16, 2009 9:39 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

WAS THAT A PIG FLYING OUTSIDE MY WINDOW

OR DID CROSBY REALLY HIT A HOMER?!

emperor nobody: "can ben copeland play third will the mcgwire throwback jersey be sponsored by balco labs i think i am having non-nerve-damage related chest pains well there’s holliday’s homer for may"
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.

by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 16, 2009 9:39 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

{swings at pig, misses}

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 Jun 16, 2009 9:40 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Damn Nico!

Wth are we going to eat?

by lynnzgal on Jun 16, 2009 9:41 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Green and Gold Lantern Corps

by oaklandSMASH on Jun 16, 2009 9:40 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

LOL.

Win

emperor nobody: "can ben copeland play third will the mcgwire throwback jersey be sponsored by balco labs i think i am having non-nerve-damage related chest pains well there’s holliday’s homer for may"
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.

by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 16, 2009 9:42 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

It's just a little airbourne!

It’s still good! It’s still good!

by Kaiser99 on Jun 16, 2009 9:44 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I totally forgot about that episode,

even after seeing the pic, until you said that.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:46 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Obviously there are pigs flying.

Everyone forget about Swine Fly?

FIRE GEREN NOW
http://firegerennow.blogspot.com/

by Morgasm on Jun 16, 2009 9:47 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Whoa, I must have nodded off there.

I dreamed Giambi hit a three-run homer. But then when Crosby followed up with a solo shot, I knew it couldn’t be for real.

"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan

by iglew on Jun 16, 2009 9:39 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

The breaking ball to Giambi reminded me of

Bailey’s breaking ball to Delmon Young. Except I liked the pitch selection this time.

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 Jun 16, 2009 9:40 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I love the bombs

But I can’t help but think, why couldn’t they do that while Dallas was still out there?

by guapobob on Jun 16, 2009 9:41 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I had Giambi and Crosby in the pool.

Pay up, everyone.

More than just ANtics: http://www.louisgray.com/live/

by louismg on Jun 16, 2009 9:42 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

was staplehead there?

can you tell him not to dive in the shallow end?

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:44 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

For a guy who hasn't given up a HR all year...

Crosby sure made a fool out of him…

Wade Hines

by Wader on Jun 16, 2009 9:42 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Dodgers scouting reports suck!

Throw breaking balls to Giambi and inside fastballs inside to Crosby? Maybe they will try to pitch the A’s like this all series, would make for a fun week.

by asfaninpismobeach on Jun 16, 2009 9:43 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Actually

Karmicly (sp?) speaking, the Dodgers deserved that Crosby home run.

If they hadn’t faffed around with Furcal, and he’d ended up in Oakland, that would have never have happened.

Possibly.

by bobnothing on Jun 16, 2009 9:43 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Tough call here because Cust is due up 4th in the 9th,

but I’d put Denorfia in RF now. You have the lead and have 6 outs to get vs. one inning to hit. Go for best defense.

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 Jun 16, 2009 9:43 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

using mfer!

HE USED US. SCREW THAT GUY.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:47 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Stupid Flakeall.

"You end up with a name like ‘Outman,’" he said last week. "What else are you going to do? You’re going to get people out, man." ~ Dallas Braden

by Blicks on Jun 16, 2009 9:48 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hire Bailey Now!!

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:47 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Geren, use the hook here.

"You end up with a name like ‘Outman,’" he said last week. "What else are you going to do? You’re going to get people out, man." ~ Dallas Braden

by Blicks on Jun 16, 2009 9:47 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I think it's you.

Get loose.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:49 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

little high throw G

Roy Steele is the voice of God

by cuppingmaster on Jun 16, 2009 9:47 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

So I placed an ad on CL today for extra monkeys.

I got one old monkey from Bradenton. I’ve got a 30 foot truck to do in the morning. I love my job.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:48 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

So...

You should be sleeping then?

by lynnzgal on Jun 16, 2009 9:50 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

yup.

instead I’m here.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:50 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

"I got an old monkey from Bradenton ..."

There’s got to be a limerick there somewhere.

by el campysino on Jun 16, 2009 9:51 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think there is...

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:51 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

crimony....not good

alaska A residing in Idaho.

by ak_A on Jun 16, 2009 9:49 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Apparently the Dodgers

Just don’t go away.

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by Hit4TheCycle on Jun 16, 2009 9:49 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

maybe Torre inspires that in teams.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:50 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

i can haz bayle-owt?

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:49 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

And why do the Padres get to play the AL West?

Why do they get to play at all?

All Games and Comments are Subject to Blackout

by Hit4TheCycle on Jun 16, 2009 9:49 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

This is starting to suck

Why did Wuertz start this inning? Didn’t we get lucky enough with him in the 7th?

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 9:50 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

language

I wish for those of us that like to read Athletics Nation comments……that you could at least watch the F bombs… I enjoy reading MOST of the comments but not all the cussing. Go A’s.

by StrikeThree on Jun 16, 2009 9:50 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

+1

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 Jun 16, 2009 9:51 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

+1?

I’ve never been bothered by the goat jokes, but how are curse words more offensive than references to bestiality?

by Ray of Lite on Jun 16, 2009 10:03 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

The goat stuff is ancient history.

Don’t dig it up.

"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan

by iglew on Jun 16, 2009 10:04 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Why not?

People complained for a long time about the jokes, but they did not stop, CGV standards or no CGV standards. It’s not hard, especially when one is frustrated and posting in the heat of the moment, to post a comment someone, somewhere, will find offensive.
Of course, we should try to be nice, civil and inoffensive, but we all slip sometimes.

What prompted my comment in the first place is this: I sometimes don’t understand why some comments get the hammer while others — equally harsh or full of sexual innuendo or whatever — get a free pass.

by Ray of Lite on Jun 16, 2009 10:13 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

we already discussed this.

it’s dead and buried, the goat thing.

I’m sorry if you missed the conversation, but it’s a non starter.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 10:27 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I didn't miss it, and it's not a non-starter as far as I'm concerned

Recently, I posted an otherwise innocuous joke in which I used the word “bulls—t.” It was the only comment I’ve ever posted which contained a profanity, and I regretted using it. But to this day, I can’t figure out why it was removed when f-bombs and the like are used left and right.
What, exactly, are the standards we’re supposed to follow?

by Ray of Lite on Jun 16, 2009 10:35 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

You're right.

I’m going to be more careful.

by lynnzgal on Jun 16, 2009 9:51 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I've been thinking about that a lot lately.

I apologize for my part.

I’ll try to clean my language up.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:51 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

...which we should do a better job of.

but it is difficult when frustrating things keep occurring…

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:53 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

yes.

that Breslow fellow has done a poor job of performing to his one batter.

This is troublesome to me.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:56 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Agreed.

Its very perturbing.

by lynnzgal on Jun 16, 2009 9:57 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

vexing, even.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:58 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I usually euphemize

Fark for that other word, and Geren for dumba**

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 9:53 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

that's the way to do it.

I actually prefer Frick.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:54 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Cavolo

"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan

by iglew on Jun 16, 2009 9:55 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I say “frak” usually.

emperor nobody: "can ben copeland play third will the mcgwire throwback jersey be sponsored by balco labs i think i am having non-nerve-damage related chest pains well there’s holliday’s homer for may"
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.

by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 16, 2009 9:57 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

lol nice

Roy Steele is the voice of God

by cuppingmaster on Jun 16, 2009 9:54 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Some of the other SN blogs have very strict policies

Hopefully, we can express ouselves without going overboard and ruining it for everyone

by chillicothe20 on Jun 16, 2009 9:55 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, I should probably cut out the cursing more often.

emperor nobody: "can ben copeland play third will the mcgwire throwback jersey be sponsored by balco labs i think i am having non-nerve-damage related chest pains well there’s holliday’s homer for may"
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.

by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 16, 2009 9:52 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

What about the sexual innuendo (both gay and straight)

Is that still OK?

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 10:00 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

well, we both know neither of us is giving it up.

so why ask?

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 10:00 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

TWSS

emperor nobody: "can ben copeland play third will the mcgwire throwback jersey be sponsored by balco labs i think i am having non-nerve-damage related chest pains well there’s holliday’s homer for may"
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.

by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 16, 2009 10:01 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don't know how to quit you.

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 10:01 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

i get that a lot.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 10:03 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Honestly, I don't think Geren had any good options to this point

Wuertz or Ziggy against two lefties, or Breslow against three righties.

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 Jun 16, 2009 9:51 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

is bailey not available?

not to date, but to pitch, i mean.

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:53 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'd rather not keep using him for multi-inning saves

Others need to be able to get the job done. Bailey’s already getting overused as it is.

Last of the Ninth - Photography Site / jamesvenes.com - Blog

by Flashfire on Jun 16, 2009 9:55 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

well, it's not my preference either

but I’m fiending for a win like nobody’s business. Though since it’s a DP situation, I could see Zig

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 9:58 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

breslow’s all over the place

by matt45 on Jun 16, 2009 9:54 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

A's are like a 12 year old girl

Everything is the end of the world.

by chillicothe20 on Jun 16, 2009 9:57 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

IK,L, T, R?

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:58 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Breslow's not done his job.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:55 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

The Dodgers

Every game is a struggle to watch no matter who you’re a fan of.

All Games and Comments are Subject to Blackout

by Hit4TheCycle on Jun 16, 2009 9:55 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Bail-Out

Roy Steele is the voice of God

by cuppingmaster on Jun 16, 2009 9:55 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Jesus

Nothing is easy

by Trainman on Jun 16, 2009 9:55 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Don’t you love life on the edge?

The Ultimate Opportunist

by Rated-R Superstar on Jun 16, 2009 9:56 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

i smell something foul in the air…. ALMOST click time?

by matt45 on Jun 16, 2009 9:56 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

...

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 9:56 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I think Geren has played it right throughout

His relievers just keep not getting outs.

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 Jun 16, 2009 9:56 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

you don't think he pulled Pepe to soon?

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:57 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

wait…. pitching change?

by matt45 on Jun 16, 2009 9:57 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Gets the pitcher'

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 9:59 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

it's the pitchers batting spot.

they essentially make the switch so the pitcher isn’t batting third or fourth next inning.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:59 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

what he said

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 9:59 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Pitching change and the opportunity to bring a position player in who will bat in the pitcher's spot next inning

The pitcher’s spot then goes to the replaced position player.

Example: someone bats 8th and makes the final out of the inning. In the double switch you take him out and bring a new pitcher in and you can have the position player bat in the 9th spot leading off the next inning while the pitcher’s spot goes to 8th, which is unlikely to come up very soon.

Last of the Ninth - Photography Site / jamesvenes.com - Blog

by Flashfire on Jun 16, 2009 10:00 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

When Bailey Comes Up

Can’t help but think we should all get an Irish Carbomb after every out.

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by Hit4TheCycle on Jun 16, 2009 9:59 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

that didn't count.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 9:59 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

looked good from here

Wade Hines

by Wader on Jun 16, 2009 9:59 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

seriously.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 10:00 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Multi inning save opportunity for Bailey

Could win the game tonight, but he can’t be the only go to pitcher in the pen.

by guapobob on Jun 16, 2009 9:59 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Tied game in the 8th, and that's when you leave?

Are you a Dodgers fan?

"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan

by iglew on Jun 16, 2009 10:02 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Bases full of A's mistakes

We need a DP, or at least a force out at home.

by chillicothe20 on Jun 16, 2009 9:59 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

he's gotta let it fly with fastballs

can’t be nibbling

Roy Steele is the voice of God

by cuppingmaster on Jun 16, 2009 10:00 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

strickout needed here pronto

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 10:00 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

INSERT A CUSSWORD HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

See, that’s not nearly as fun.

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 10:00 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

no, but coming up with creative alternatives might.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 10:01 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Not really.

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 10:01 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

i'm inserting a lot more

Roy Steele is the voice of God

by cuppingmaster on Jun 16, 2009 10:01 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

TWSS

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 10:02 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

geez dirty minds

Roy Steele is the voice of God

by cuppingmaster on Jun 16, 2009 10:03 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

AS LONG AS THERE ARE NO SWEAR WORDS!!

CAN’T OFFEND ANYBODY.

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 10:04 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Fiddlesticks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 16, 2009 10:01 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

dodgamnfothermuckingbunofasitch

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 10:01 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I'm glad they didn't pull Cust for Denorfia now.

I think [the A's announcers] just speak in code.. "A tough outing again for Brett Anderson" means "Has anyone checked with his 2nd grade teacher to see if maybe he’s actually right-handed?" --Nico

by Leopold Bloom on Jun 16, 2009 10:01 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

With a late lead

can’t I have a win?

Green and Gold Lantern Corps

by oaklandSMASH on Jun 16, 2009 10:02 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

FRAK FRAK FRAK FRAK FRAK

MOTHER HUBBARD DODGERS. I FRAKKING HATE THESE DUMBUCKETS.

emperor nobody: "can ben copeland play third will the mcgwire throwback jersey be sponsored by balco labs i think i am having non-nerve-damage related chest pains well there’s holliday’s homer for may"
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.

by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 16, 2009 10:02 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Lifebuoy for you

"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden

by doctorK on Jun 16, 2009 10:03 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

But really though

for a game like this to still be in the A’s court after they were down 2-0, it’s amazing dudes.

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by Hit4TheCycle on Jun 16, 2009 10:03 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

two outs

No DP needed.

emperor nobody: "can ben copeland play third will the mcgwire throwback jersey be sponsored by balco labs i think i am having non-nerve-damage related chest pains well there’s holliday’s homer for may"
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.

by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 16, 2009 10:04 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

pew pew pew?

Yea, we need laser cat right about now.

by LoneStranger on Jun 16, 2009 10:04 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 10:05 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

duck the fodgers!

Roy Steele is the voice of God

by cuppingmaster on Jun 16, 2009 10:04 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

OOH! OOH! MOMMY HE SAID A BAD WORD!!!!!!!!!

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 10:04 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

whats the point of that

by Kaine on Jun 16, 2009 10:05 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Fuck if I know.

"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."

by mikev on Jun 16, 2009 10:05 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think you are really cool now

by Kaine on Jun 16, 2009 10:07 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Why go for that DP?

Sure looked like a fairly easy out at home. And did Ziegler fall into the twilight zone or something?

by throwmonkey on Jun 16, 2009 10:04 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

ours

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 Jun 16, 2009 10:04 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Whoever it is better homer

because Casilla and Springer =

by Trainman on Jun 16, 2009 10:05 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Bailey needs to stop throwing (i.e., Suzuki needs to stop calling)

the curve ball in strikeout situations. The way Bailey pitched Martin is how he should have pitched Ethier: High heat, cutters and two seamers.

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 Jun 16, 2009 10:05 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

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