Open Thread: Game 99 - A's at Red Sox
by Flashfire on Jul 28, 2009 3:45 PM PDT
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Quick note on Trevor Cahill from last night. The homer he allowed was his 21st of the season. Last year Greg Smith gave up the most of any Oakland pitcher, also 21. Brett Anderson is not quite right behind him with 13. Only Jeremy Guthrie (23) and Joe Saunders (22) have allowed more in the American League this year. For someone like Cahill, whose bread and butter is going to involve keeping the ball down, it's a little troubling to see him giving up so many longballs. At least he's got a lot of time to grow as a pitcher.
Before tonight's game the Red Sox are retiring their seventh number, Jim Rice's 14. After that, Vin Mazzaro will face Clay Buchholz in the second of this four-game series. Mazzaro has really come back down to earth since those great first few starts, his last two particularly bad. This will be the third start of the season for Buchholz.
Daric Barton heads to the DL while Tommy Everidge joins the big club and goes right into the starting lineup, something he must be very excited about. In the A's system he's always hit for good power with a solid batting average, though he's had some ups and downs with his BB/K ratio. However, since coming to Sacramento he has absolutely mashed everything he's seen to the tune of a .382 AVG, .432 OBP, .636 SLG and a 1.068 OPS. These far surpass his career Minors marks of a .280 AVG, .354 OBP, .469 SLG and .823 OPS.
I wouldn't say he was ever seen as a legit prospect in the A's system but he's more than earned the chance to don an A's jersey even if it's only for a couple weeks. He's also a local guy, born in Glen Ellen near Santa Rosa, going to high school in Sonoma and attending Sonoma State. You can bet he'll have a large group of fans come Friday night in Oakland. Personally, I love stories like this and I'm hoping he has a good stint up here. One thing's for sure: the A's aren't bringing him up to make the splits Barton's become semi-famous for.
In other news, Michael Wuertz's name is coming up all over the place in rumors connected to at least three teams (Angels, Braves, Twins). It may be to the A's benefit to hold on to him given his contract status and effectiveness but if the interest contending teams have leads to a bidding war the A's would be silly not to make a deal because they're sure to get some solid value for him. Nothing against Wuertz, but solid setup men aren't that hard to find or develop.
Here's hoping tonight's game goes better for the green and gold than the last one.
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What a fucking horrendous lineup.
"I’m Joey Devine, I’m what Joba Chamberlain would be if he was good and nobody had ever heard of him."
Dude, friggen horrible!
This should be fun to watch, like watching paint dry.
by asfaninpismobeach on Jul 28, 2009 3:48 PM PDT up reply actions
His quad has tightened up.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 3:54 PM PDT up reply actions
I think it was worse on paper on Saturday, but we scored six runs.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 3:54 PM PDT up reply actions
get used to it...
another 50 games or so to go
The Not-So-Casual Fan
Nice pre-cap.
After this weekend’s festivities, I think I’ve had enough of Bostonians.
I'm here to talk about the past.
Was it awesome?
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
by baseballgirl on Jul 28, 2009 3:57 PM PDT up reply actions
It really was.
Especially when Eck ate at the same diner we did in some very out-of-the-way place.
I'm here to talk about the past.
No WAY!!!!
You did say hi, right?
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
by baseballgirl on Jul 28, 2009 3:59 PM PDT up reply actions
Got a pic with him.
Unfortunately it’s on my brother-in-law’s camera, and he’s driving back to California.
I'm here to talk about the past.
It's actually a pretty good pic.
I could never be a reporter or whatvever; I am too much of a fan. I couldn’t even finish my dinner.
I'm here to talk about the past.
I can't wait to see it!
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
by baseballgirl on Jul 28, 2009 4:07 PM PDT up reply actions
I haven't seen a pic of him since fanfest a couple years ago;
is he rocking the eck-stache?
witty remark
Oh yeah.
It was funny; we took the pic, and he looked at me and said, “Is that it?” like he was expecting me to ask for something else (not much of an autograph collecter TBH).
I didn’t see when he entered the restaurant and I would not believe my sister and her husband when they said Eck walked in.
I'm here to talk about the past.
Personally, I'd much rather have a photo with the player, too.
They probably are more happy to oblige for a photo anyways. At least they don’t suspect you’ll sell a picture of yourself with an athlete on eBay.
That’s pretty sweet.
witty remark
Well I almost asked to take a pic
with his companion. She was about seven kinds of yum.
I'm here to talk about the past.
Seven, seven, seven!
"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan
I've never had that issue when I've seen footballers, cricketers and
rugby players. That said I want to be a reporter so that’s par for the course!
Some motherfcukers are always trying to ice skate uphill - Blade.
The only issue I have is remembering they don't know who you are.
Otherwise yeah I’ve never been bothered by them.
Some motherfcukers are always trying to ice skate uphill - Blade.
Well I have the qualification - just need the paying job!
Some motherfcukers are always trying to ice skate uphill - Blade.
Everidge!
But no Hairston…
How much do we lose by today?
Solace: Law says he's a fourth OFer
PaulThomas: I think Keith Law is only a fourth analyst
snicker
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
by baseballgirl on Jul 28, 2009 4:00 PM PDT up reply actions
I loved the pre-cap...nice job!
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
mazzaro needs to the the sox to 0 if he wants a change to win
The Not-So-Casual Fan
< hold? :-D
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
by baseballgirl on Jul 28, 2009 3:59 PM PDT up reply actions
it has been a looong day
The Not-So-Casual Fan
Haha, I thought you were taking advantage of AN's mobile commenting.
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
by baseballgirl on Jul 28, 2009 4:07 PM PDT up reply actions
Two months ago, who would have thought we could
put out a “friggen horrible” lineup … WITHOUT including Crosby, Rajai, or Hannahan?
"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan
We have a lot of depth at the "suck" position.
"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan
Could we please then trade 2-3 of our suck
for a chance to really suck in 2012?
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
I always thought it was horrible.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:01 PM PDT up reply actions
"And Everidge shall be today's Rouse,"
He decreed, in His infinite wisdom. And thus it was so.
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
Wow, that's depressing.
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
by baseballgirl on Jul 28, 2009 4:08 PM PDT up reply actions
Shall I put up a poll?
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
How about Dick Pole?
He pitched for the Red Sox, people; settle down.
I'm here to talk about the past.
Overweight is undervalued.
“Batting seventh and playing left tackle…”
The meaning of life is not so much 'found,' as it is 'made.' --Opus
by The Dogfather on Jul 28, 2009 4:26 PM PDT up reply actions
bold prediction:
everidge will go 2-3 with a double and 2 RBI and a walk or two
The Not-So-Casual Fan
Will someone do some courtesy PxP?
Apparently there needs to be more game in the game thread.
Nico: Okay. We have twelve hours to make a really big pickle.
I figure people can either watch the game, listen to it on the radio, or follow PxP on ESPN or some other site
Game threads are for talking about the game and all that!
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Game threads never get off-topic.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:06 PM PDT up reply actions
I have no opinion on either.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:09 PM PDT up reply actions
I think
We need warpholes son
"I feel like we are sending Danny Haren for Mulder all over again." - Cardinal fan on the Matt Holliday trade
"But at this time of year, two plus two doesn't always add up to eight. Sometimes, it equals four." - Geoff Baker, Mariners beat writer.
Dudes, I'm really asking for PxP.
I just like poking fun at our little meta-issues.
Nico: Okay. We have twelve hours to make a really big pickle.
And people say I'm all about the fluff.
Nico: Okay. We have twelve hours to make a really big pickle.
Fluff AND flair!
And high socks!
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
by baseballgirl on Jul 28, 2009 4:15 PM PDT up reply actions
Okay, here's the play by play
Groundout, K, K, home run, K, ground out x13, double, K.
"I feel like we are sending Danny Haren for Mulder all over again." - Cardinal fan on the Matt Holliday trade
"But at this time of year, two plus two doesn't always add up to eight. Sometimes, it equals four." - Geoff Baker, Mariners beat writer.
Why can I only hear Rice's speech?
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
There's gold in "THEM THAR HILLS"
Get it right.
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
Seriously, this is a great speech.
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
by baseballgirl on Jul 28, 2009 4:10 PM PDT up reply actions
So, Mazzaro
Has he struggled of late because he’s been inconsistent in bringing his best, or is that teams have worked out him out?
in other words, do we see improvements him becoming more consistant, or by varying things more?
opinions?
Teams are working him out.
He’s got a future in the majors mind, but he’s not Cahill/Anderson.
Some motherfcukers are always trying to ice skate uphill - Blade.
Let’s get the game going already.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:13 PM PDT reply actions
I’m fine. How are you?
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:14 PM PDT up reply actions
Hi!
have you seen our lineup? :-)
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
by baseballgirl on Jul 28, 2009 4:15 PM PDT up reply actions
“The start of the game is being delayed due to ceremonies.”
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:18 PM PDT reply actions
I thought they hated black people?
Some motherfcukers are always trying to ice skate uphill - Blade.
I always thought Massachusetts was a liberal state.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:27 PM PDT up reply actions
It's so much more complicated than that.
"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan
Really, it's a fascinating subject
I don’t want to get into it because it could easily go CGV, but basically, yes, MA is a liberal state, but you can’t just figure more liberal automatically equals less racist. There’s lots and lots of cultural factors going on.
"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan
It’s about time.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:18 PM PDT reply actions
I doubt we'll see you complaining if Rickey's ceremony goes over a bit on Saturday
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Yeah, well, I have to go in about three hours.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:20 PM PDT up reply actions
rice's ceremony went over the allotted time
cause they are incompetent in planning. if rickey’s goes over, it is because he deserves as much time as he wants
The Not-So-Casual Fan
Pam, Kennedy is out.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:20 PM PDT reply actions
I am the man.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:21 PM PDT up reply actions
QOTM
that was absolutely perfect.
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
by baseballgirl on Jul 28, 2009 4:21 PM PDT up reply actions
Pam, Cabrera got a hit.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:22 PM PDT reply actions
TRADE OCAB NOW
"I feel like we are sending Danny Haren for Mulder all over again." - Cardinal fan on the Matt Holliday trade
"But at this time of year, two plus two doesn't always add up to eight. Sometimes, it equals four." - Geoff Baker, Mariners beat writer.
Pam, Garciaparra got a hit.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:24 PM PDT reply actions
3-0 single...
…it’s like I always say. If you’re going to hit a 3-0 pitch, it had BETTER be a hit.
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
Personally, I think I’m giving Cotroneo a run for his job.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:24 PM PDT reply actions
We should be the new color guys for the A's
Whattya think RRS?
"I feel like we are sending Danny Haren for Mulder all over again." - Cardinal fan on the Matt Holliday trade
"But at this time of year, two plus two doesn't always add up to eight. Sometimes, it equals four." - Geoff Baker, Mariners beat writer.
We can replace Korach and Cotroneo and then put Korach on television. Kuiper can join us in the booth for radio to give us doughnuts.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:26 PM PDT up reply actions
Perfect.
I’m a debater, so I have the speaking voice down fewls.
"I feel like we are sending Danny Haren for Mulder all over again." - Cardinal fan on the Matt Holliday trade
"But at this time of year, two plus two doesn't always add up to eight. Sometimes, it equals four." - Geoff Baker, Mariners beat writer.
I wonder how many years
Fosse has left doing this gig. He has had a few senior moments this year on play by play
Pam, Cust made an out.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:27 PM PDT reply actions
Not only that.
he STRICKOUT
"I feel like we are sending Danny Haren for Mulder all over again." - Cardinal fan on the Matt Holliday trade
"But at this time of year, two plus two doesn't always add up to eight. Sometimes, it equals four." - Geoff Baker, Mariners beat writer.
get it right, kid
Pam, Cust just had a another called strickout
"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden
On a called strike that we'd better get when we take the mound.
Some motherfcukers are always trying to ice skate uphill - Blade.
Swinging 3-0, actually
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
no, he just does all the things the A's ask of him.
He doesn’t do them all well, but, well, he does them.
God Damnit
Swing the bat
My favorite team is a fucking embarrassment to all true A's fans and they make me sick to my stomach on an almost daily fucking basis. But being a true fan, I will ride this pathetic bunch of losers out and hope that they get better in 2010
I loathe the called third strike.
JJ Martin
The best way to catch a knuckleball is to wait until the ball stops rolling and then pick it up. ~Bob Uecker
I'm Jack Cust
I’m what Adam Dunn would be if Adam Dunn sucked more and played in a pitchers park.
"I feel like we are sending Danny Haren for Mulder all over again." - Cardinal fan on the Matt Holliday trade
"But at this time of year, two plus two doesn't always add up to eight. Sometimes, it equals four." - Geoff Baker, Mariners beat writer.
Cabrera almost made a huge no-no.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:28 PM PDT reply actions
Pam, Suzuki made an out.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:29 PM PDT reply actions
Well, an out occurred after he swung.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:30 PM PDT up reply actions
Guys, I’m a teenage father.
This is my son.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:30 PM PDT reply actions
It’s none of your business!
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:31 PM PDT up reply actions
Bear Bryant
JJ Martin
The best way to catch a knuckleball is to wait until the ball stops rolling and then pick it up. ~Bob Uecker
Joe Strauss at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch is reporting that the Cardinals are in “hot pursuit” of right-handed relievers. He also says that they had tried to include former Redbird Russ Springer in the deal for Matt Holliday from the A’s, but balked when they learned they’d have to throw in another starting pitching prospect. Still, with the bullpen struggling, Strauss says they “may revisit” a deal for Springer.
"I feel like we are sending Danny Haren for Mulder all over again." - Cardinal fan on the Matt Holliday trade
"But at this time of year, two plus two doesn't always add up to eight. Sometimes, it equals four." - Geoff Baker, Mariners beat writer.
Please!!!!!!
My favorite team is a fucking embarrassment to all true A's fans and they make me sick to my stomach on an almost daily fucking basis. But being a true fan, I will ride this pathetic bunch of losers out and hope that they get better in 2010
He’s good in months not named May.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:34 PM PDT up reply actions
The translation for "Amen" is
“make it so”
"It is the mark of a truly intelligent person to be moved by statistics. " GB Shaw
by One won lost won on Jul 28, 2009 5:43 PM PDT up reply actions
I do wish that had said
the Cardinals are in "hot pursuit" of right-handed relief
I’d have been in business!
Give them Springer but only if they take Crosby.
JJ Martin
The best way to catch a knuckleball is to wait until the ball stops rolling and then pick it up. ~Bob Uecker
Just Tunin' In
Regarding tonite’s A’s lineup: compare and contrast with the A’s lineup in ‘89 that is mentioned in 67M’s Rickey post.
Oh how the mighty have fallen!
There is no "i" in Teamocil. At least not where you'd think.
by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:32 PM PDT reply actions
There goes the perfect game
My favorite team is a fucking embarrassment to all true A's fans and they make me sick to my stomach on an almost daily fucking basis. But being a true fan, I will ride this pathetic bunch of losers out and hope that they get better in 2010
We’re in the bottom of the first.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:33 PM PDT up reply actions
Pam, Ellsbury got a hit.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:32 PM PDT reply actions
He hit .382 in Triple-A Sacramento.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:33 PM PDT up reply actions
There’s a start.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:34 PM PDT up reply actions
This may be the fastest someone's said that of a new guy
Last of the Ninth - Photography Site / jamesvenes.com - Blog
I hate patterson too......
4 missing 2nd base last night…….
STUPID ROOKIES!!!!
S&BP > Mile High Mules
When E-Pat is removed from the base-paths,
all you got left is bashs.
"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan
I know I'll be lambasted for saying this....
…but I’ve always kinda liked Youk.
There is no "i" in Teamocil. At least not where you'd think.
by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:34 PM PDT reply actions
Which means that one day we'll trade for him...
….and he’ll proceed to spend 165 games on the DL.
There is no "i" in Teamocil. At least not where you'd think.
by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:36 PM PDT up reply actions
lambasted?
you deserve a full-grown sheepbasting.
don't care if i ever get back.
by AV on Jul 28, 2009 4:36 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm at work, too, so I'm also appreciating the PxP
from the new R-Star Orodawg team.
I gotta say though, whoever is replacing Vince has a much easier job than whoever is replacing Korach.
"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan
I’m replacing Vince.
Oh, and Pedroia made an out.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:35 PM PDT up reply actions
A Gallaraga?
JJ Martin
The best way to catch a knuckleball is to wait until the ball stops rolling and then pick it up. ~Bob Uecker
We can only hope.
There is no "i" in Teamocil. At least not where you'd think.
by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:37 PM PDT up reply actions
That was pretty embarrassing
“Not a bad throw..just trying to get it there faster.”
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And I'm pretty sure a thrown ball is not going to speed up by striking the grass.
Last of the Ninth - Photography Site / jamesvenes.com - Blog
If Fosse said that, he's stupider than I thought
"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden
He was hinting at it by saying Suzuki was trying to get it there faster by throwing it into the ground just past the mound
No, Ray, it was a bad throw. Ellsbury probably had the bag stolen anyway but any throw that hits just beyond the mound ain’t a good one.
Last of the Ninth - Photography Site / jamesvenes.com - Blog
Actually, this is an interesting question
Does a ball get to where it’s going fast if you throw it on a flatter trajectory and bounce it, or give it some loop and carry it on the fly?
short answer: it depends a number of factors
Assuming the same velocity for any angle,
the fastest route is going to be the one that reaches the ground right where it needs to be caught.
"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan
When people say "The ball sped up once it hit the artificial turf"...
…they’re really just saying it didn’t slow down as much as it does on real grass and dirt.
Ahh, physics.
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well, again
if the ball is spinning, and the “grip” is such on an artificial surface, it’s possible for the angular momentum of the ball to be converted into forward momentum; energy is conserved, but there’s a change in the speed (and I use that word advisedly) of the ball, thus looking like it is accelerating
this isn't necessarily true
It depends on things like:
distance thrown
power of throw
height from which throw is made
friction from air
elastic energy lost when ball strikes ground
For what it's worth I was always told to throw it in on the bounce when
playing cricket. It’s almost certainly faster throwing it all the way in the air though.
Some motherfcukers are always trying to ice skate uphill - Blade.
Well, if you have the power in your arm to throw it at a flat enough angle, sure
but most people don’t.
obviouslyl, the distance the ball has to travel makes a difference here.
Unless the field is made of flubber.
"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan
Ellsbury stole second base.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:36 PM PDT reply actions
Iglew needs the play-by-play, too, though.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:37 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah, but I think I'm going to head home now.
It’s not like I’m getting any work done anyway.
My hours this month are terrible. The downside of being able to set your own hours is that when you get lazy your paycheck shrinks.
"Go ahead and overachieve, you scrappy Brett-Favre-colored walk-takers." —Rev Halofan
Orodawg, hit ’em with the analysis.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:37 PM PDT reply actions
Hes a 10th rnder......
having the best stretch of his career. Weel see if its 4 real
S&BP > Mile High Mules
Rajai should play RF instead of Cust
by Belinelli's the savior on Jul 28, 2009 4:37 PM PDT reply actions
Yeah, Sweeney will cover it.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:39 PM PDT up reply actions
instead, he should back up the catcher so there will never be any wild pitches
The Not-So-Casual Fan
Let's close right field and play 8 on 8.
JJ Martin
The best way to catch a knuckleball is to wait until the ball stops rolling and then pick it up. ~Bob Uecker
I predict he misplays one in the corner into a triple at some point
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Youkilis made an out.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:37 PM PDT reply actions
You can't always get what you want.
But if you try some time you get what you need.
There is no "i" in Teamocil. At least not where you'd think.
by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:41 PM PDT up reply actions
3-2 now...
There is no "i" in Teamocil. At least not where you'd think.
by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:40 PM PDT up reply actions
How long are the A's going to depend on Cust to be the Power source. Cause they will never win with that
by Belinelli's the savior on Jul 28, 2009 4:39 PM PDT reply actions
THE power source? I'd say another year......
“A” power source, 2-3 more years. He will be joined by several youngsters with real power in the next couple seasons, but he will remain the DH for at least 2 more years.
S&BP > Mile High Mules
Finish him off.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:41 PM PDT reply actions
Sonoma State University!!!
Getting some LOVE!
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
I went there!
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
by baseballgirl on Jul 28, 2009 4:43 PM PDT up reply actions
I love Sonoma State
We used to beat the hell out of them in football.
/UC Davis
"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden
Everidge.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:42 PM PDT up reply actions
Pam, Ortiz made an out.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:41 PM PDT reply actions
Haha! Take that Big Sloppy!
Sit down you piece of S**t!
Zeigler to Geren…."A-Rod? He’s my bitch." -alox
He should be in Triple-A now.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:43 PM PDT up reply actions
...no
No way. Needs time in Sacramento first.
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He's nowhere near ready to come up
My favorite team is a fucking embarrassment to all true A's fans and they make me sick to my stomach on an almost daily fucking basis. But being a true fan, I will ride this pathetic bunch of losers out and hope that they get better in 2010
Somehow I got NESN instead of the A's 'cast on mlb.tv
If I had known I’d forgotten that they have Eck doing color. Nice to see and hear him, even if he is broadcasting for the wrong team!
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by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:43 PM PDT reply actions
Just what our staff needs....
….a c.20 pitch first inning!
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by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:44 PM PDT up reply actions
Pam, Sweeney got a hit.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:44 PM PDT reply actions
RBI situation for Everidge right off the bat
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I love the sound of the ball hitting that metal scoreboard!
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by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:45 PM PDT reply actions
Tommy is a big kid!
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by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:45 PM PDT reply actions
Let's-Go-Not-Ruben! *clap-clap, clap-clap-clap*
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Where are the Sweeney haters tonight?
Again, I wont call you out, but hes having a great couple games in Fenway!
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Looks like a lot more than a "Swingles hitter" every day now.......
Patience is a virtue…..
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Sweeney is hitting .330 in his last 32 games.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:45 PM PDT reply actions
Keep that up and I might start liking him again.
Some motherfcukers are always trying to ice skate uphill - Blade.
Tommy can you hear me?
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by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:46 PM PDT reply actions
Sweeney is also getting trade interest
From the Red Sox…
JK listeners.
"I feel like we are sending Danny Haren for Mulder all over again." - Cardinal fan on the Matt Holliday trade
"But at this time of year, two plus two doesn't always add up to eight. Sometimes, it equals four." - Geoff Baker, Mariners beat writer.
Pam, Everidge made an out.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:46 PM PDT reply actions
Y'know if 'Time' Everidge walked up to me and said he was a professional athlete
I wouldn’t believe him.
Some motherfcukers are always trying to ice skate uphill - Blade.
But I also wouldn't want to contradict him.
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by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:48 PM PDT up reply actions
Meh I could almost certainly outrun him.
Some motherfcukers are always trying to ice skate uphill - Blade.
An unexciting first at bat.
But I gotta like anybody who wears #21 for the A’s. That was my number of choice in Little League.
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by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:47 PM PDT reply actions
Finally broke down and got Firefox
after my computer turning off for a year now. What a differance!
by asfaninpismobeach on Jul 28, 2009 4:47 PM PDT reply actions
It’s great.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:48 PM PDT up reply actions
Just get an Apple.......
NO VIRUSES!! Only 5 known viruses on Macs in last 5 years.
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I run my small business off my computer with no worries......
keep financials, everything. Its great to have that sense of security that your shit woant just be corrupted one day out of the blue.
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I dl'ed Google Chrome.
It’s better than Firefox I’d say.
Some motherfcukers are always trying to ice skate uphill - Blade.
O RLY?
"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden
And with the Mariners' commentary team.
Some motherfcukers are always trying to ice skate uphill - Blade.
Fire Everidge Now?
"I feel like we are sending Danny Haren for Mulder all over again." - Cardinal fan on the Matt Holliday trade
"But at this time of year, two plus two doesn't always add up to eight. Sometimes, it equals four." - Geoff Baker, Mariners beat writer.
I hate that kid.....
Screwing up defensively and then doesn’t run a hard 90. BBOOOOOOO EveRAGE!!!
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That’s what I was thinking.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:48 PM PDT up reply actions
Filtered.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:50 PM PDT up reply actions
Good coaching....but bad throwing by the Sox.
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by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:48 PM PDT reply actions
Pam, Ellis made a hit and Sweeney made a run.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:48 PM PDT reply actions
Holy schnit, Ellis did something productive with the bat!
Some motherfcukers are always trying to ice skate uphill - Blade.
Shocking
isn’t it.
My favorite team is a fucking embarrassment to all true A's fans and they make me sick to my stomach on an almost daily fucking basis. But being a true fan, I will ride this pathetic bunch of losers out and hope that they get better in 2010
Yes, Virginia.
There are unicorns.
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by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:49 PM PDT up reply actions
Pam, Patterson made an out.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:49 PM PDT reply actions
He did a great job in Triple-A, so let’s see if he can produce here.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:49 PM PDT up reply actions
Because they aren't contending and it's a good time to give him a shot
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i know i just wish rajai would play. he deserves too
by Belinelli's the savior on Jul 28, 2009 4:51 PM PDT up reply actions
But we know what Davis will bring to a team
The A’s are trying to see if Patterson will be worth keeping in the organization or moving to another team, contrary to people here having already made their minds up about him.
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Right, but we know what Rajai is going to do
Which is fine, for a 4th outfielder.
There is value in finding out what Patterson has got, no?
Patterson "grounded out softly"
Cute.
"I feel like we are sending Danny Haren for Mulder all over again." - Cardinal fan on the Matt Holliday trade
"But at this time of year, two plus two doesn't always add up to eight. Sometimes, it equals four." - Geoff Baker, Mariners beat writer.
i prefer seeing crosby hit than patterson
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Crosby can’t play left field.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:52 PM PDT up reply actions
Cust is starting to look like Private Pyle
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I'm thinking more from Full Metal Jacket
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Are you saying Geren is the drill instructor?
This season just got bloody
Picturing him trying to play the R. Lee Ermey role is making me laugh
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If nothing else
It looks like Everidge could be the enforcer on the team. This isn’t hockey but a few fights would liven up the season
by asfaninpismobeach on Jul 28, 2009 4:52 PM PDT reply actions
It's not hockey...but could it be mixed martial arts?!?
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by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:53 PM PDT up reply actions
Kennedy is doing a good job hanging in there.
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by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:52 PM PDT reply actions
I'd rather see Wallace at third next year if he's ready
Or I’d take Kennedy at second over Ellis.
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yeah why ellis still has a starting job is ridiculous
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Defensively he's still the man but his bat is worse than ever
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Pam, Kennedy made a hit and Ellis made a run.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:53 PM PDT reply actions
I approve.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:55 PM PDT up reply actions
Nice at bat by Kennedy.
He’s been pretty consistently performing better than I would ever have expected when we traded for him. Good move, Billy Beane!
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by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:54 PM PDT reply actions
Drool...runs
"Bobby Crosby at third is a bit of an adventure. And not like, here’s some hidden treasure, what fun. More like, gah! poison ants!" --alea iacta est
KK says AK is .371 with RISP
others need to pay attention. Like Jack Cust for example.
Go A’s
My favorite team is a fucking embarrassment to all true A's fans and they make me sick to my stomach on an almost daily fucking basis. But being a true fan, I will ride this pathetic bunch of losers out and hope that they get better in 2010
Incidently, Cust is hitting 282/438/526 with RISP
"True fact: In a global thermonuclear war, the only human who would survive would be David Eckstein" -PT
NO WAY - HE STRICKS OUT TOO MUCH FOR THAT TO BE TRUE
"If Vin Mazzaro comes anywhere near me with shaving cream he’s gonna be coming away with a bloody stump" – Dallas Braden
He strikes out the other 70% of the time.
Some motherfcukers are always trying to ice skate uphill - Blade.
22% strickout rate with RISP
friggin bum!
"True fact: In a global thermonuclear war, the only human who would survive would be David Eckstein" -PT
Given the awfulness of this lineup...
…we’ve actually been putting runs on the board pretty regularly these last few games.
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by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:55 PM PDT reply actions
The A's have to manufacture runs though......
and thats not Geren’s strongsuit. The runs weve been scoring have been on strings of singles and thats unlikely to continue stastically speaking.
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Let’s keep the line moving.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:56 PM PDT reply actions
KENNEDY....
needs to stay with the A’s next year. Perfect veteran presence and great utility tool.
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Yea this whole season was an experiment......
and Its my belief that now that that experiment is obviously a faild one, that the A’s trade all those that arnet here long term, Nomar, Cabrera etc etc
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OCab 21 for 51 since AS break
My favorite team is a fucking embarrassment to all true A's fans and they make me sick to my stomach on an almost daily fucking basis. But being a true fan, I will ride this pathetic bunch of losers out and hope that they get better in 2010
We already have six hits.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:56 PM PDT reply actions
"Rice induction" sounds like a cooking technique.
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by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:58 PM PDT up reply actions
I’ll take it.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Jul 28, 2009 4:57 PM PDT reply actions
Nice inning!
Now shut ’em down ’Zarro.
And let’s see if you can do it in fewer than 25 pitches!
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by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:57 PM PDT reply actions
I wasn't paying attention
Runs? In Boston?
Unthinkable.
"I feel like we are sending Danny Haren for Mulder all over again." - Cardinal fan on the Matt Holliday trade
"But at this time of year, two plus two doesn't always add up to eight. Sometimes, it equals four." - Geoff Baker, Mariners beat writer.
Drat! I gotta go put food on the table.
When I left last night’s threadfest, we were already in pretty rotten shape. But this game is obviously going better.
More importantly, I’m interested in seein’ how all the A’s pups perform.
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by GreenNGoldSooner on Jul 28, 2009 4:59 PM PDT reply actions
Zarro needs to realize, as Anderson has......
that throwing your FB in breaking ball counts can be deadly, especially in the mid 90s and located well. Andersons improved use of his FB has been the key too his turnaround, and Zarro should take note as he has a good one.
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