Open Thread: Game 115 - A's at Minnesota
by Nico on Aug 14, 2010 3:32 PM PDT
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PrintHow about the A's get three hits, but 14 runs, today? The A's, who have spent the season within 5 games of .500, are 57 up and 57 down and despite the "Heinz 57" record they are unlikely to ketchup to the Texas Rangers. Still, no harm in trying!
Babyfaced FIPbuster Trevor Cahill gets the call today tonight this mid-to-late afternoon against lefty Brian Duensing. Let's pronounce it "DWEN-sing" just to match the Fox announcers' insistence on putting a "d" in "BumgarDner" where none exists. They had about a week to look that up, right?
Meanwhile, how about Chris Carter gets a hit, eh? Carter has been trying to pull everything, resulting in grounders to SS and 3B, fly balls to LF, and of course the "gotta start early on that curve -- aw, crap, it's not a strike" strickouts. Carter needs to remember that he has enough raw power to hit the ball out to RF anyway. He is mostly getting pitched away, away, away because he hasn't adjusted. Look away, don't commit early, get a good look at the pitch, and then whack it hard the other way.
And welcome to the lineup, Steve Tolleson!
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Would Brad Pitt's?
I like Cindi. A. She never pretends to know more than she does. B. She has unbridled enthusiasm for her "Hotties," and isn't afraid to show it. -IM4Oakgal
I will ask Billy
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 3:41 PM PDT up reply actions
Minnesota Twins blog on Trevor Cahill:
Cahill is having an absolutely brilliant season. Largely because it’s friggin’ impossible to pick up a hit against the 22-year old right hander. All four of his pitches have been a plus this year, especially his fastball. It’s been an absolutely sick pitch, which isn’t bad for a guy who will average about 90 mph.
He induces a lot of ground balls, which help him limit extra base hits for the lucky souls who do get one to find grass. Looking at his results, he’s great at finishing off hitters, he’s great at retiring the first batter of the inning, 40% of his innings are 1-2-3, more two-strike at-bats turn into outs than most, and he’s very good at turning hitter’s counts into outs.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 3:41 PM PDT reply actions
Trevorenvy!
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 3:42 PM PDT up reply actions
I like that.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
I want to be on their blog!
They see Cahill pitching awesome and say “He’s pitching awesome.”
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
Nico, he's pitching awesome.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Of course I do.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
I HEART YOU MUCHLY A LOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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susanslusser
Geren thinks Carter might get his first hit tonight. He said he has a good feeling about it and that Carter looks confident. #Athletics
1 minute ago via Twittelator
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 3:41 PM PDT reply actions
Yeah, I heard his brain benches 250lbs
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 3:43 PM PDT up reply actions
LOL, see my comment below!
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because Geren has been right about SO many other things.
…but I do hope Carter gets that first hit tonight. Even though I won’t be watching most of the game.
by whiteshoes40 on Aug 14, 2010 3:49 PM PDT up reply actions
Why won’t you be watching?
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 3:50 PM PDT up reply actions
Do you haz a sad?
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Do you like to watch, Rated-R Superstar?
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
Yes, Nico.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 3:51 PM PDT up reply actions
Wait, was that a trick question?
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 3:51 PM PDT up reply actions
Maybe.
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Aren't you feeling randy today.
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 3:53 PM PDT up reply actions
I see. Well, have a good time.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 3:52 PM PDT up reply actions
I used to have that problem
That’s why I got rid of all my friends.
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
Being a blogfather must have helped that ;)
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Yeah, but I can't shake my enemies.
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
A man is judged by his enemies.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Then Nico is screwed
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 4:07 PM PDT up reply actions
Enemy.
{And newly-discovered work neighbor!}
I like Cindi. A. She never pretends to know more than she does. B. She has unbridled enthusiasm for her "Hotties," and isn't afraid to show it. -IM4Oakgal
LOL! Don't TP my place
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 4:08 PM PDT up reply actions
Wouldn't that be an upgrade?
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You kids get off my lawn!
{shakes fist}
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 4:10 PM PDT up reply actions
Screwed in a good way, right?
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Accept da feet?
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then Pam will add them to her collection
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 4:09 PM PDT up reply actions
I really don't need to. I have to many already.
But does that stop me ? NOOOOO.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
What good is a fetish if you can't feed it?
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 4:11 PM PDT up reply actions
good point.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Who throws a shoe? Honestly.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Weird as it sounds,
I’d probably move Carter up against the LHP in this lineup. Something like:
Crisp
Barton
Suzuki
Cust
Carter
Kouzmanoff
Ellis
Davis
Tolleson
Mixes it up a little for Carter, and shows confidence in him in a matchup where he’s likely to succeed. Plus he’s an actual #5 type hitter, which the others really aren’t.
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Biggest pressure: be an RBI man
with men on base, and the A’s not winning or scoring, lotsa pressure to drive men in.
Not what Carter needs.
I’d bat him leadoff.
Blez: Most folks seem to believe that the big flaw with the 2010 Oakland A's will be the lack of any power.
Beane: They believe it because it's true.
by One won lost won on Aug 14, 2010 3:51 PM PDT up reply actions
no matter the point
I always say
————————————————————small sample size!
Blez: Most folks seem to believe that the big flaw with the 2010 Oakland A's will be the lack of any power.
Beane: They believe it because it's true.
by One won lost won on Aug 14, 2010 5:14 PM PDT up reply actions
When the hell did Tolleson get called up? Cause of Rosy?
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Yeah, we needed a backup middle infielder.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 3:47 PM PDT up reply actions
Yesterday?
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
I think it was two days ago.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 3:48 PM PDT up reply actions
si, es la verdad
let’s send you off with a win tonight!
That would be awesome.
Can’t watch too much today, though. Maybe an hour.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Bye Pam! Come home soon
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 3:52 PM PDT up reply actions
Can I hang out for a little bit before I go??
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
one hour.
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 3:54 PM PDT up reply actions
[starts clock]
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
I have not seen you for a bit Pam, when is the next event you will be attending?
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 4:04 PM PDT up reply actions
I dunno, I cannot make the Taco Tailgate on Saturday :(
Maybe we just need some good old fashioned OP/Pam hang out time.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
I think that is a perfectly grand idea!
name the time and place and I will make it happen
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 4:06 PM PDT up reply actions
I will plan when I get back next week.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Heinz...ketchup
Brilliant writing.
Blez: Most folks seem to believe that the big flaw with the 2010 Oakland A's will be the lack of any power.
Beane: They believe it because it's true.
by One won lost won on Aug 14, 2010 3:48 PM PDT reply actions
I don't know how I mustard the creativity
But I’m glad you relish it!
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 might flag my own post
if I could, if it is responsible for that level of punsterosity.
Blez: Most folks seem to believe that the big flaw with the 2010 Oakland A's will be the lack of any power.
Beane: They believe it because it's true.
by One won lost won on Aug 14, 2010 3:54 PM PDT up reply actions
I relish the opportunity
to praise guacamole the condimentally stimulating quality of this pre-game spthread.
Be that as it mayo, tonight Trevor has to do what he mustard.
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I am in a pickle here trying to come up with a response to that
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 3:55 PM PDT up reply actions
But lettuce still try
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dude, that so radiccio
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by emperor nobody on Aug 14, 2010 3:56 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm not going to argula with you guys
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 3:57 PM PDT up reply actions
{vegetable pun fail}
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 4:02 PM PDT up reply actions
this is the no spinach zone
You’re kicked off the crouton, I’m afraid.
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by emperor nobody on Aug 14, 2010 4:02 PM PDT up reply actions
That's bread luck.
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
Toss him!
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 4:03 PM PDT up reply actions
he's going to vinaigrette that.
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by emperor nobody on Aug 14, 2010 4:05 PM PDT up reply actions
Aren't you a bit saucy today
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 4:05 PM PDT up reply actions
And if we tie, well then...
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this has been Alcoholic Advice Corner with mikev
tune in tomorrow for Why Weed? with emperor nobody
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by emperor nobody on Aug 14, 2010 4:01 PM PDT up reply actions
best way to watch the A's
recc’d
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 4:08 PM PDT up reply actions
The Twins broadcast intro just called the team's contributions to the community
“socially impactful.” My head hurts.
...apparently the word (and I use that term loosely) "impactful" doesn't make anyone else throw things at the wall.
[sigh]
by whiteshoes40 on Aug 14, 2010 4:10 PM PDT up reply actions
I guess we're not all English majors.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
I was! For like 2.5 quarters.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
So that makes you..........hmmmm. An English Corporal?
Maybe a Sergeant.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Nah.
It makes me indecisive.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
But I was making a funny....
And hey, it took me two and a half years to work out I didn’t want to do a history degree, so y’know…
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Break out the thesaurus and send them an email.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Hey Pam - any iPhone apps you think I should download?
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Sure -
If you have MLBtv you might not need the MLB At Bat app, but it’s really good for the price.
Stuff I use the most: Yelp, Scrabble, ESPN (sorry peeps), Pandora, Shazam, AOL Radio and TuneIn Radio, Indeed (job search), OpenTable, Amazon, Southwest, Priceline, Fandango.
I’ve kinda stopped downloading a ton of stuff, so i am sure othes have cooler things to contribute.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
I do indeed have MLB.tv.
I’ll check those out. Thanks.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
I find it really helpful at work or on the go when I want to listen to games.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
sold-out crowd on its feet for the lineups
Exuberant fans up there in Minnesota. I guess they’ve been saving it up all Winter.
what else is there to do but freeze?
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 4:11 PM PDT up reply actions
Well, the Timberwolves suck.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 4:11 PM PDT up reply actions
Justin Timberwolve?
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 4:12 PM PDT up reply actions
A baserunner!!!!!!
Oh.
I like Cindi. A. She never pretends to know more than she does. B. She has unbridled enthusiasm for her "Hotties," and isn't afraid to show it. -IM4Oakgal
Oh, don't worry, we will find a creative way to strand him
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 4:12 PM PDT up reply actions
That was not creative at all
that was par for the course
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by OptimistPrime on Aug 14, 2010 4:17 PM PDT up reply actions
Oooh. A man on base.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
I think Geren just sneezed.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 4:12 PM PDT reply actions
that's his signal for sac bunt*
*I know he doesn’t call those. Best joke I could come up with.
-36 HR differential.
That’s a new stat.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Double play. Hurrah!
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Yay!
Hey did you have a nice birthday?
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
I didn't actually do anything for it.
I had a good day today though. Though I’m at home alone at midnight on Saturday……so it wasn’t a great day.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
I think sleeping a lot just makes me more tired.
I slept until noon today and I am exhausted right now. I want a nap.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
I've never figured out why that is, but I definitely get that too.
Where if I try to sleep more than I should (i.e. when your body tells you to get up and you ignore it) I feel drowsy for the rest of the day.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Well I think I needed the sleep. I know I did.
But I can hardly keep my eyes open right now.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Coffee is good.
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
I wouldn't know.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
That's right you guys only have tea over there.
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
And crumpets!!
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
They can't do anything right!
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
Have you tried crumpets?
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
No. Are they better than donuts?
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
they are yummy.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Well no, but few things are.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Silly, we have both.
I’ve just not drank (drunk? Shoes, help me out) either for hmmm……..12 years?
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
I think it’s drank.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 4:23 PM PDT up reply actions
Is it really sold out there?
It sounds buzzing.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
It’s always sold out. Their only non-sellout was when they couldn’t sell the standing room tickets.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 4:24 PM PDT up reply actions
Finally reinstalled everything (I think)
Just set up my new SSD
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what's that?
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
great Southern California punk record label from the 80s
Oh, wait. That’s SST.
Solid State Drive
Really fast Hard Drive
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Didn't PL78 promise us that Kouzmanoff is gonna go on a second half tear?
So far he has the exact same OPS (.688) pre and post all star.
"We were shit, pathetic," Guillen growled early in spring training. "We hit too many home runs."
Oh just you wait!
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
These DP's are making the team nearly unwatchable
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:24 PM PDT reply actions
yep
mentally exhausting and I can’t imagine how the players feel
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:25 PM PDT up reply actions
I ate a cupcake today. It made me happy.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Thanks for sharing
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:25 PM PDT up reply actions
You're welcome!!
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Hey they have a man on base.
That’s not right.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
So Carter can make the routine plays out in LF.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
I knew it.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 4:26 PM PDT up reply actions
You did, huh?
I was expecting him to fall over.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Saw my first Chris Carter AB yesterday and first Chris Carter OF experience today.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
You know, for how much people have told me how Carter would be worse than Cust in the OF
He makes the plays whenever I’m paying attention at least
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So far he hasn't dropped anything...
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Joe Mauer is good at baseball
Hi everybody
I can't see, now I have to pee, and I can't count to three, but I can count to JÄGERMEISTER!
I want a Joe Mauer on our team
hi
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:29 PM PDT up reply actions
But Kurt Suzuki can hit a home run at home!
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 4:29 PM PDT up reply actions
But he's already bringing home the bacon.
You’re asking him to cook it too? My aren’t we demanding.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Kitchen?
Not the room I was thinking of.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
hah!
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
Come on the guy is GORGEOUS.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
No.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Good girl.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
ball-man FAIL
I can't see, now I have to pee, and I can't count to three, but I can count to JÄGERMEISTER!
So does this mean, coming down to the deadline, we are not going to sign our 2nd and 3rd picks?
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I figure we're waiting until the league signs off on them.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Ha! Good luck hitting that Kubel.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
nice, I was about to ask if Trevor had thrown his curve yet
First one, I think.
It took 20 pitches, but okay.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 4:32 PM PDT reply actions
Cahill > your pitcher.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Let's get some runs here
Carter-time!
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:32 PM PDT reply actions
It's been over 100 degrees here for a couple of weeks
Never thought I would be so happy to hear thunder outside…because the rain will finally come down. Ahhhhh!
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:34 PM PDT reply actions
At least you have drinking water
I hear that wasn’t the case in Ames IA this week.
I can't see, now I have to pee, and I can't count to three, but I can count to JÄGERMEISTER!
I heard about the arena being flooded too
Sounds awful.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:36 PM PDT up reply actions
Some awful-looking pictures in the Des Moines Register this week
We had a flood in Ames while I was there (I think 1990), but nothing nearly as bad as this one.
I can't see, now I have to pee, and I can't count to three, but I can count to JÄGERMEISTER!
I saw the forecast for Birmingham, AL
and it shows rain for the next 7 days. Not sure if that is going to be dangerous.
I saw some of the pictures.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:39 PM PDT up reply actions
I miss summer thunderstorms.
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
I hear they have those in Miami.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
They have them in NY too.
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
Me too!
My grass is starting to turn brown in spots and I just put in a new yard and sprinkler system. It’s depressing to see it get burned out :-(
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:37 PM PDT up reply actions
and it breaks up the humidity. Well, the rain does.
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
Am I alone in thinking that the jerseys without the player's name on the back are pretentious and, therefore, awful?
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
I feel the same way.
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
AKA - Yankees Syndrome
I can't see, now I have to pee, and I can't count to three, but I can count to JÄGERMEISTER!
Yep.
It’s a big ‘fuck you’ to the player in my opinion – the organisation is more important than you.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
With the yankees it seems like- We're so important you should already know all our players' names.
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
If this guy walks Zooks and Rajai he deserves to be sent down.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
The thread seems pretty safe. Dan should be here.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 4:37 PM PDT reply actions
I think Dan has quit.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
He has shunned us.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Let's go JACK!
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Aaaaargh! Hannahan flashbacks.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Sorry dude. Jack's a pretty common name.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Plush seats
I can't see, now I have to pee, and I can't count to three, but I can count to JÄGERMEISTER!
Looks comfy.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Jack Jack Jack
Zooey Deschanel!
Cluck 'em all and let the Chick sort 'em out - DMOAS
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yes please
Zooey Deschanel!
Cluck 'em all and let the Chick sort 'em out - DMOAS
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by ChickenStanley on Aug 14, 2010 4:41 PM PDT up reply actions
I'd take a walk at this point.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Ok Chris Carter.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
you tell em
Zooey Deschanel!
Cluck 'em all and let the Chick sort 'em out - DMOAS
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by ChickenStanley on Aug 14, 2010 4:41 PM PDT up reply actions
Hi Chick! Feeling better?
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Hi pam!
Yes I am!
Zooey Deschanel!
Cluck 'em all and let the Chick sort 'em out - DMOAS
You're worried that you'll come off as nerdy as frack? On AN? That’s like being ashamed of your alcohol use at a meth convention. - danmerqury
by ChickenStanley on Aug 14, 2010 4:42 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm glad!
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Me too!
Zooey Deschanel!
Cluck 'em all and let the Chick sort 'em out - DMOAS
You're worried that you'll come off as nerdy as frack? On AN? That’s like being ashamed of your alcohol use at a meth convention. - danmerqury
by ChickenStanley on Aug 14, 2010 4:43 PM PDT up reply actions
Me too!
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
Me too!
Oh, I already said that.
Now I’m hungry!
Zooey Deschanel!
Cluck 'em all and let the Chick sort 'em out - DMOAS
You're worried that you'll come off as nerdy as frack? On AN? That’s like being ashamed of your alcohol use at a meth convention. - danmerqury
by ChickenStanley on Aug 14, 2010 4:45 PM PDT up reply actions
I ate a cupcake!
Finally.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Oooo
what kind?!
Zooey Deschanel!
Cluck 'em all and let the Chick sort 'em out - DMOAS
You're worried that you'll come off as nerdy as frack? On AN? That’s like being ashamed of your alcohol use at a meth convention. - danmerqury
by ChickenStanley on Aug 14, 2010 4:48 PM PDT up reply actions
Chocolate! With chocolate frosting. From La Farine. It was delicious.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
I have not been there yet
Another place I gotta try now
Zooey Deschanel!
Cluck 'em all and let the Chick sort 'em out - DMOAS
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by ChickenStanley on Aug 14, 2010 4:50 PM PDT up reply actions
Yup yup.
they are really good. Dangerous because they are basically right across the street from me.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Oh no
I just looked them up. I so gotta go there
Zooey Deschanel!
Cluck 'em all and let the Chick sort 'em out - DMOAS
You're worried that you'll come off as nerdy as frack? On AN? That’s like being ashamed of your alcohol use at a meth convention. - danmerqury
by ChickenStanley on Aug 14, 2010 4:52 PM PDT up reply actions
:D
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
I made buttermilk cornbread muffins!
Zooey Deschanel!
Cluck 'em all and let the Chick sort 'em out - DMOAS
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by ChickenStanley on Aug 14, 2010 4:53 PM PDT up reply actions
OMG.
I want that.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
I'll make some for the next AN tailgate then
Zooey Deschanel!
Cluck 'em all and let the Chick sort 'em out - DMOAS
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by ChickenStanley on Aug 14, 2010 4:55 PM PDT up reply actions
I love cornbread!
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
I love Aunt Jemima!
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:54 PM PDT up reply actions
I don't like syrup!
But she seems cool.
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
Don't you have family marinating in the fridge?
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
Yes
but that is for manana
Zooey Deschanel!
Cluck 'em all and let the Chick sort 'em out - DMOAS
You're worried that you'll come off as nerdy as frack? On AN? That’s like being ashamed of your alcohol use at a meth convention. - danmerqury
by ChickenStanley on Aug 14, 2010 4:48 PM PDT up reply actions
Why does the waiter/waitress/vendor (whatevs) behind home plate crouch down when the pitcher is pitching?
It’s not like he’s going to distract the pitcher.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
They do the same thing at the movies
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:42 PM PDT up reply actions
But he/she was in the aisle.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Yay Raj!
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Carter is going yard here
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:41 PM PDT reply actions
Mwahaha. Catch him if you can!
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
I'm starting to think the players are paying attention to my posts.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
I want a Chris Carter hit and I want it NOW.
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
How about next inning?
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:43 PM PDT up reply actions
Unbelievable. Carter was up 2-1 in the count.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 4:42 PM PDT reply actions
dumbass
I can't see, now I have to pee, and I can't count to three, but I can count to JÄGERMEISTER!
sigh Raj
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Damn you Rajai.
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
Looked like Hudson missed that tag.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Oh, Raj.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Damnit.
I need to leave but I want to see CC hit. Or attempt to hit.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Depends where you're going.
Can’t you just be fashionably late?
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Errands, then dinner.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Unless Cahill is injured he should finish this inning soon enough.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
I shall wait.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
That's a good A's fan.
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
How stupid can you be to get picked off at 2B!?!
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:43 PM PDT reply actions
really stupid?
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extremely stupid
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:45 PM PDT up reply actions
Meh. Good move by the pitcher.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Cause he has done SO much in his previous 13 AB's..
by Rory_Richter on Aug 14, 2010 4:44 PM PDT up reply actions
He was up 2-1 in the count.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 4:45 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh my
Ragging on a guy with 13 AB’s??
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:45 PM PDT up reply actions
Not ragging...
just pointing out it wasn’t a HUGE deal.
by Rory_Richter on Aug 14, 2010 4:46 PM PDT up reply actions
That is true...
It was nice seeing him lay off the breaking stuff
by Rory_Richter on Aug 14, 2010 4:48 PM PDT up reply actions
Getting picked off at 2B with two outs pisses me off far worse than people taking called third strikes
I can't see, now I have to pee, and I can't count to three, but I can count to JÄGERMEISTER!
Absolutely ridiculous
and even worse when you are struggling to score runs.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:44 PM PDT up reply actions
raj was safe on that one.
C'mon Beane! Close off the bottom deck and reopen the top!
Damn, has Davis set the record for getting picked off second the most in one season?
Great speed but very poor baserunner
by dashman33 on Aug 14, 2010 4:44 PM PDT via mobile reply actions
He's actually a good base stealer now.
He doesn’t get caught very often – and that’s not just down to his speed.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Ah, safe.
Damn.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
Almost certainly. Guilty until proven innocent.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Whether he was safe or not that's a poor baserunning gaffe
With two outs you can’t get picked from second, period
by dashman33 on Aug 14, 2010 4:46 PM PDT via mobile reply actions
I don't see the problem here
He drew a throw, beat the tag, and was victimized by a bad call.
Last of the Ninth - Photography
With two outs it can't even be close
That’s basic baseball
by dashman33 on Aug 14, 2010 4:49 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions
this
He doesn’t need to be straying off of 2nd base – with his speed, he’ll score on any non-infield hit.
I can't see, now I have to pee, and I can't count to three, but I can count to JÄGERMEISTER!
Cahill looks funny when he runs.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 4:48 PM PDT reply actions
nice
Please be OK, Trevor
I can't see, now I have to pee, and I can't count to three, but I can count to JÄGERMEISTER!
Don't break yerself, Trev.
He doesn’t look very athletic though, Ray.
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His Mom is going to have to work on those uniform stains
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:49 PM PDT up reply actions
Or Vuc...
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
dammit
just play along for once
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:51 PM PDT up reply actions
god i hope he doesnt get pulled soon for ankle problems
C'mon Beane! Close off the bottom deck and reopen the top!
only after he pitches for another 5 innings
making the injury worse first
Zooey Deschanel!
Cluck 'em all and let the Chick sort 'em out - DMOAS
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by ChickenStanley on Aug 14, 2010 4:49 PM PDT up reply actions
he looks absolutely fine
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 4:50 PM PDT up reply actions
i approve this message
we’ll get more players in return this way
Are you Robbie?
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
I’d put Cahill second behind Lee.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 4:54 PM PDT up reply actions
Screw. You.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Ok Chris Carter.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
DFA this bum.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
I just want him to get it over with. Shoot.
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
Yeah.
I feel like once he gets the first one, he’ll be fine. >.<
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
That's true for another important situation in a man's life.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Cheeky.
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
Oh right, this isn't the CT thread...
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
c'mon tolleson
C'mon Beane! Close off the bottom deck and reopen the top!
I'm sure this was mentioned last night, but this camera angle from CF sucks
I can't see, now I have to pee, and I can't count to three, but I can count to JÄGERMEISTER!
Ok.
That’s my cue. See ya kids.
The funny thing about baseball is that people will believe what they want to believe. -Joe Posnanski 8/29/09
have fun!
Zooey Deschanel!
Cluck 'em all and let the Chick sort 'em out - DMOAS
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by ChickenStanley on Aug 14, 2010 4:54 PM PDT up reply actions
Bye! Have a relaxing vacation!
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
Bad result, but decent anyway
Took some balls, got a good swing on 3-1 at least.
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Tolleson shows you how it's done.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
carter 0/14, tolleson 1/1
who woulda thought?
C'mon Beane! Close off the bottom deck and reopen the top!
He has?
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
oh i didnt know that
he had 4 abs earlier this year
C'mon Beane! Close off the bottom deck and reopen the top!
I think he should just stand at the top of the dugout stairs
holding the piece of rebar and glaring at the opposing pitcher.
It would help our offense .
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Or glare at our hitters.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
We'd at least have a presence in the dugout.
Perhaps he could intimidate the other manager when they hand in the lineup cards.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
I wish we could hit
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I don’t think Tolleson could handle second base, but if he can, I’d like to see him get some chances there.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 4:55 PM PDT reply actions
He’s awful at third.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 4:59 PM PDT up reply actions
What's he good at?
It’s not like Kouz has a bat anyway
Shortstop.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 5:01 PM PDT up reply actions
What does he do so bat at 3B?
No range? Arm? Think he can learn?
His fielding percentage was .902 in 2006. He’s made three errors in 34 chances at third base in 2010.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 5:03 PM PDT up reply actions
OK, but fielding percentage isn't a stat that I have a whole lot of faith in.
Penny has a ton of errors right now, but he’s actually a good shortstop.
Still, a .906 does seem like a lot of errors.
I know fielding percentage isn’t everything, but when it’s that low, you can’t play the position.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 5:06 PM PDT up reply actions
So erm........where does he play then?
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
DPS make me angry.
Rawrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
he asked the subway question of the game
on the csn broadcast. same exact question as you.
It's what happens when all you hit are singles.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Swingles even had doubles
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 5:00 PM PDT up reply actions
Occasionally.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Word is Conor will "play LF every day" when he returns,
which has to mean Carter back to AAA. Grrrrrr…Do not like.
I like Cindi. A. She never pretends to know more than she does. B. She has unbridled enthusiasm for her "Hotties," and isn't afraid to show it. -IM4Oakgal
or Rajai to the bench
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But Davis is playing right field.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 5:00 PM PDT up reply actions
Ha! Like Conor will return.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
He is hitting third for Sacramento tonight.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 5:02 PM PDT up reply actions
Right for 4 days before his hamstrings explode.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
I'm excited to see Conor come back. I just don't have faith in it happening. :(
But sending down Carter before he gets his first hit just seems kind of mentally mean to him.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
I don't like how Carter hangs his head when he leaves the box after striking out
That shows that he’s getting mentally beat-up. That can’t happen in baseball if you expect to be successful
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you'd rather he was happy?
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That doesn’t show he’s getting mentally beat up.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 5:00 PM PDT up reply actions
Are you kidding me?
Body language is everything
by dashman33 on Aug 14, 2010 5:04 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions
The guy was disappointed he struck out. You’re reading too much into it.
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by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 5:05 PM PDT up reply actions
If he didn't react like that there'd be people ragging on him for not caring enough.
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
Everyone reacts differently to adversity
Your statement is simply untrue.
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by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 5:06 PM PDT up reply actions
He should do a fist pump.
Everyone loves a good fist pump.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Great minds. That was what I initially typed.......but I deleted it cos I figured everyone would think I'm crazy.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Luckily, as I am already known as crazy, I have no such self-censorship.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Plus, girls get away with so much more.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
No, we're just too awesome and thus don't have the need to censor.
Living FITZ.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Are you using Zito's acronym?
Cos that’d make you certifiable.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
It didn't work for him, so it should work for someone.
That’s my theory and I’m sticking to it.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Now we think you're crazy instead.
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
I don't know enough to judge.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 5:07 PM PDT up reply actions
About women in general, or Kyli?
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Both, let's say.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 5:10 PM PDT up reply actions
You could probably kill two birds with one stone here.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
How so, sir?
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 5:14 PM PDT up reply actions
Well if you got to know Kyli, but default you'd also get to know women.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
How2do?
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 5:19 PM PDT up reply actions
I could be a big, burly biker dude with tattoos. >.>
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Your profile says otherwise. D:
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 5:27 PM PDT up reply actions
It also says you go to UCSC.
So I’ll see you this fall. :U
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 5:31 PM PDT up reply actions
I should update that, I've long since graduated. XD
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Noes. D:
Where are ya now?
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 5:38 PM PDT up reply actions
East Bay. Couldn't move too far from my A's.
I’d love to move back to SC, though. Love that town.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Aw, I see.
Stalk me sometime, hahahaha.
/bored
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 5:45 PM PDT up reply actions
Just check the bushes outside. What college are you going to be at?
Some don’t have bushes. D:
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
I'm at Crown. :U
I’ll be sure to check the bushes.
Which college were you at?
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 6:09 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh nice!
I’m also a Crown alum. :)
Enjoy Cardiac Hill. >.<
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Haha, nais.
I’m quite fond of the hill, xD.
I picked Crown mostly ’cause I fit in there more, I guess.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 6:39 PM PDT up reply actions
Uh-huh, just wait til you're climbing it 3+ times a day.
Crown is… interesting. It was fun being one of two non-science majors in my building. XD Nice place, though. Good dining halls, nice apartments, good proximity to drum circles.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Haha, what'd you major in?
I’m a garden variety Computer Science major. :(
What’s a drum circle? /dumb
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 6:50 PM PDT up reply actions
Haha, you're one of THOSE.
…And the drum circle is exactly what it sounds like. People. Playing drums. In a circle. With various Santa Cruz accessories.
And I was a lit kid.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Those what!
Yes I’m a geek, sue me! D:
That sounds rad.
If I interpreted it, lit means high? :l
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 6:56 PM PDT up reply actions
No, lit means literature.
I did actually get my degree in college. XD Work hard, play hard.
And you will like Crown, it’s an awesome land of video games and geekdom. Hopefully it still is, at least.
And just breathing the air at UCSC will get you high. Just fyi. Only place other than Humboldt where students have found how to hotbox a forest.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Haha, boy was I so off or what.
That’s why I picked Crown as my #1 choice! LOL
I hope not though, my parents are Asian types. How hard is it to stay sober there? Lmao
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:04 PM PDT up reply actions
Not too bad, I had a few straight edge friends.
Most don’t survive that way, though. XD
I’d recommend checking out the hiking trails while you’re there, most beautiful campus in the UC system. Take advantage of it. Also, climb Tree 9.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Did your friends survive? Haha.
My parents are like adamant turtles on that subject.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:12 PM PDT up reply actions
Also, at Crown, be prepared to outnumber the ladies. XD I think my building had a 65-35 ratio. Oh, Crown.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Well that's disappointing.
:(
I’ve never even gone out on a date and now I have to compete with 30 other piranhas.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:12 PM PDT up reply actions
And I'm not even attractive.
(sigh)
(sob)
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:19 PM PDT up reply actions
That must be awkward when
the girls are gorgeous and the guys look bad.
Nobody dates anyone! D:
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:30 PM PDT up reply actions
Also, the first floor is the dead zone, third floor is where the party is (always) at.
And avoid Leonardo.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
I'm in Descartes. What've you heard about it?
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:18 PM PDT up reply actions
Other than the fact that Lower Quad is the naturally inferior quad,
there’s nothing specific about Descartes, they didn’t have a particular rep when I was there, which is a good sign.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Ha ha!
I got a single room even though all the housing advisers told me it’s not possible!
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:26 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh. You're one of THOSE people.
I knew a few froshes with singles, it’s not uncommon depending on the housing situation from the year before. You’ll have a number of second years on your floor.
The main problem with singles is that it can be kind of isolating if you don’t put in the effort to hang with people on your floor/building.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Hope not, I've been home schooled for the last 13 years
I had better make that effort.
I’m just glad I got a single because I thought having a roommate would be intimidating considering how shy and recluse I currently am.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:31 PM PDT up reply actions
Eh. It can be good and bad.
I mean, the advantage of a roommate is someone who can force you into college life and it can be a good way to meet people. I’m shy and my roomie introduced me to a lot of people.
But most people want to kill their roommate by Winter Quarter, so singles can be awesome. Just make sure to meet your hall, there’s definitely other people in singles. Team up for awesomeness.
And you will probably be crazy and passed out in a gutter by Spring Quarter. The home schooled kids tend to get pretty awesome by late in college. Be free, enjoy it. :D
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
I promised people I wouldn't be
shitfaced by the end of the year so…
D:
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:35 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm 17 wtf.
My parents’d kill me dead though.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:54 PM PDT up reply actions
Besides, there's plenty of non-Crown girls
Easier than dormcest, man. I mean, co-ed bathrooms, dormcest is dangerous territory.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Dormcest means whaaaaaat?
And like I said, I’m not attractive. >:(
Getting non-Crown girls would be tougher than Crown girls.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:25 PM PDT up reply actions
Dormcest = dating someone in your dorm.
Don’t do it.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
That's bad?
So I shouldn’t date anyone from Crown?
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:32 PM PDT up reply actions
Crown is fine.
Interbuilding dating can be… awkward. Especially interfloor dating.
First and third floor romances can work out.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Mostly because neighbors don't like the drama. XD
And especially for the first floor, where bathroom sex gets annoying with the fewer number of showers.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
BATHROOM SEX? O_O
I’ve never even had bedroom sex! X_X
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:56 PM PDT up reply actions
So that's what those movies were about.
:B
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 8:05 PM PDT up reply actions
Note that I also say this as a terrible example, since I dated on my floor. >.>
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Ahaha I see.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:53 PM PDT up reply actions
So I could go for girls in like, Maxwell or Harvey?
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:56 PM PDT up reply actions
Don't get me wrong, realistically you should go for any girl you can. Free game and all. XD
But just be aware that if you date someone on your floor, there will be no escape from them. They are always there. You will be brushing your teeth together, running into each other all. the. time.
And Harvey girls are traditionally hot. Just for the record. Unless they finally broke down and stopped making it the Building of Ridiculousness.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
I guess that does make a little sense. :P
And well I’m not really much of the hot-girl type.
Give me a cute Asian girl and I’m game. x_o
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 8:05 PM PDT up reply actions
Well, hot being relative.
Harvey was just… an interesting building for the entirety of my stay, the Harvey women were always up to something hilarious.
And Crown has those, you’re good. :D
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
Haha, mmkay. :L
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 8:12 PM PDT up reply actions
And you never know, there's some slutty girls at the numbered colleges.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
I kinda wanna girl that actually likes me
:<
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:32 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm not a freak!
I just…okay maybe. :<
Well it’s not like any girl’s gonna like me for my body. LOL.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 7:53 PM PDT up reply actions
Pfft. Just be confident, man.
Women like all different types. Just fine the right girl, you’ll be fine. There’s thousands at UCSC, don’t worry.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
I am confident! I chat up people all the time.
on the internet
But it’s intimidating when I’m fat and asian. >;(
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 8:06 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm still in sheer amazement that a college campus
has on average 20,000 people.
I’ll be in company of more than the Coli averages.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 9:25 PM PDT up reply actions
How old are you then?
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
I'd like an answer to both.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Boxes ticked.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
That's adorable.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 6:49 PM PDT up reply actions
Hello.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
Hi Cheeseman!
...being a role model I probably wouldn't recommend eating dirt. But at the same time, I'm not trying to be a role model. I'm just trying to eat some dirt.
Cahill’s 28 straight innings without allowing an earned run is at stake.
The Ultimate Opportunist
by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 5:01 PM PDT reply actions
It's over. Time to pack up the season.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Need a strickout here
I can't see, now I have to pee, and I can't count to three, but I can count to JÄGERMEISTER!
Huh. Carter didn't even try to throw him out.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
He's not Bo Jackson
Spending time with my nephew and the AN Crew on July 10th...PRICELESS!
by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 5:03 PM PDT up reply actions
nobody was throwing him out from the warning track
by Chico_Athletic on Aug 14, 2010 5:03 PM PDT up reply actions
I want to see him make the effort.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Insurmountable lead now.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
Actually I think Cahill deserves major claps for the streak
even though it just ended.
Spending time with my nephew and the AN Crew on July 10th...PRICELESS!
by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 5:03 PM PDT reply actions
He's not going to get that at that ballpark.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 5:04 PM PDT up reply actions
no doubt
Spending time with my nephew and the AN Crew on July 10th...PRICELESS!
by ohtobe21likehuston on Aug 14, 2010 5:05 PM PDT up reply actions
I just stood up in my living room and clapped.
I think he heard it in his soul.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
The coliseum clapped in silence.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
by ElQuesoCapitan on Aug 14, 2010 5:06 PM PDT up reply actions
Is this one of those philosophical questions?
If a fan claps in her living room, does the player hear it in his soul? Discuss.
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Well, he has 12.
The Ultimate Opportunist
by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 5:04 PM PDT up reply actions
Team leading!
"You see, in this world there's two kinds of people, my friend: Those with loaded guns and those who dig. You dig."
Sigh.
Wuertz was scratched from a minor league game on Wednesday, but bounced back quickly on Thursday, throwing mostly fastballs and sliders, although he did mix in three sliders. -Rotoworld
This AAMCO commercial makes he happy ... that the mute button was invented
I can't see, now I have to pee, and I can't count to three, but I can count to JÄGERMEISTER!
I bet he’s going back down unfortunately.
The Ultimate Opportunist
by Rated-R Superstar on Aug 14, 2010 5:06 PM PDT up reply actions
NEW THREAD OPEN
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
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