Day 2: It's A Beautiful Day For Baseball - Let's Play 4!
by Nico on Oct 1, 2011 9:56 AM PDT
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PrintWith both NL teams starting their series today, the Rays-Rangers continuing, and the Tigers-Yankees trying to finally play the bottom of the 2nd, it's wall to wall baseball...weather permitting.
11:00am PDT is the Diamondbacks and Brewers (Go Ziggy!)
2:00pm PDT is the Cardinals-Phillies (Will Matt Holliday drop a key fly ball? Stay tuned)
4:00pm PDT is the Rays-Rangers (if the Rays win the World Series, will Dan Johnson be voted an 87% share?)
5:30 PDT is the Tigers-Yankees (exit Verlander and Sabathia, enter Fister and Nova).
The "Question of the day" is which team will ultimately get hurt more by losing the chance to pitch their ace twice in the 5 game series, DET or NYY? Both are hugely reliant on their ace, with Verlander being the Tigers' best shot at an upset and with Sabathia being the Yankees' only truly reliable starting pitcher.
This much I know: Likely as not, either Fister or Nova is going to emerge as a huge factor in the series, perhaps the deciding one. If it comes to that, my money's on Fister, who is becoming a "Doyle Alexander-like" story for the Tigers. But then again, would you take the Tigers to win in this matchup, knowing they can't even get two starts from Verlander? Probably not.
My ultimate conclusion: BARELY KNEW HER!
{still funny}
A'S NEWS: Susan Slusser reports that pitching coach Ron Romanick, hitting coach Gerald Perry, and bench coach Joel Skinner will not return next year, and that two possible pitching coach hires for next year include Bryan Price, a fellow Cal alum Bob Melvin has worked with before, and Curt Young, whose manager, Terry Francona, was also let go yesterday.
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I agree that losing cc is a bigger problem.
I don’t think the yankees pitching can handle the tigers
We yet enjoy little to be envied, but endure much to be pitied.-Thomas Dudley
Wait, last year A's pitching coach Curt Young?
That would be interesting.
LIfe may not be a bowl of cherries.
But I’m currently eating a bowl of cherries, and it’s pretty f**kin’ awesome.
~GreenNGoldSooner
someone check to see whether the Steinbrenners paid for cloud seeding last night
just kidding, of course…
Last night i bought MLB tv coverage for The playoffs
Turns out it’s " companion coverage@, meaning I can choose one camera. Since I can’t actually watch the telecast (no cable or dish) which camera angle do people think here would be the best to watch the game? (I do have audio coverage)?
by OaklandSi on Oct 1, 2011 11:07 AM PDT via mobile reply actions
Never mind, the camera behind home plate
Works pretty well to watch the game.
by OaklandSi on Oct 1, 2011 11:14 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
CF view is good
"I'll guarantee this: The A's will have a better season in 2012." - George Zimmer
by cuppingmaster on Oct 1, 2011 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions
they had it that way too, it was bundled into the app for free
If you have a big device like a computer or iPad, then use the quad view. Otherwise it’s the high camera behind home plate.
I mangled that headline
I mean that last year they had it the same way and it was bundled into the app from the rest of the year so I had it.
This year it costs extra so no go.
Watching on my laptop
My dsl speed may not be fast enough (1.5) to comfortably watch the multiple screen. As of Friday, however, I’ll have u-verse Internet so it will be up to 10 times faster.
by OaklandSi on Oct 1, 2011 11:27 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
I'm only getting Internet access, not TV
Much cheaper.
by OaklandSi on Oct 1, 2011 11:32 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
I didn't even know that was possible.
Or else I might have U-verse right now.
The guy trying to sell my U-verse said I had to have TV, so I went with Comcast who didn’t require that.
You talked to the wrong person
I did this at the ATT store in downtown Berkeley. They were extremely helpful.
by OaklandSi on Oct 1, 2011 11:35 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
I am rooting for the Diamondbacks.
But how many time are we going to have to see Gibson’s home run from ’88? 10 times? 15?
That's why I'm rooting for the Brewers
by OaklandSi on Oct 1, 2011 11:13 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
Understood
I’d rather see the Rays win it all, personally. And I’m not particularly a DBacks fan even without their manager.
by OaklandSi on Oct 1, 2011 11:16 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
Yeah, I'm a little conflicted
A friend’s grandfather is terminally ill, and is a lifelong Brewers fan, so it would be nice for him and his family. But, the Dbacks knocked off the Giants, which gives them points in my book.
"I'll guarantee this: The A's will have a better season in 2012." - George Zimmer
by cuppingmaster on Oct 1, 2011 11:25 AM PDT up reply actions
gibson. Arizona, phoenix
We yet enjoy little to be envied, but endure much to be pitied.-Thomas Dudley
I rooted for them to beat the Giants
by OaklandSi on Oct 1, 2011 11:29 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
Which will we see more, Gibby or DEREK JETER's famous cutoff move on Giambi?
Personally I hope Gibby since I like the D-Backs and I like Gibby.
I've already seen the Jeter one two or three times
Not once yet for the Gibson one.
Last of the Ninth - Photography
Me, too.
I was there for that Jeter play, and I still have nightmares about it.
by Coach Cleats on Oct 1, 2011 11:17 AM PDT up reply actions
I was there too
And I saw the “trot” live on TV
by OaklandSi on Oct 1, 2011 11:30 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
Impossible. I must be misremembering.
Perhaps I was drunk in front of a TV at the time. I’ve never been to Fenway.
I watched it live on TV
Also game 4 in Boston.
I was at the coliseum for games 1 and 5. I couldn’t get off work for Game 2, which was during the day.
by OaklandSi on Oct 1, 2011 11:37 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
On a postive memory...
I was in Hawaii in ’06 watching Big Frank hit two homeruns vs the Twins in the ALDS. Nothing like watching a playoff game at 7am!
by Coach Cleats on Oct 1, 2011 11:35 AM PDT up reply actions
That was not smart, Matt Williams
Also, I’m already tired of that song TBS plays all the time.
Last of the Ninth - Photography
I know. And it's only companion coverage like last year.
For free it was great. But I don’t think I’m paying to see that coverage.
they just told me they hate you
they said “hey ed!, you know jennifer? We hate her. she is a sucker. we want her to pay cash money to get shitty camera angles of the playoffs. We hate her.”
We yet enjoy little to be envied, but endure much to be pitied.-Thomas Dudley
yes. Of course the decision was made when she was 3
We yet enjoy little to be envied, but endure much to be pitied.-Thomas Dudley
hey guys!
Go Brewers?
"I'll guarantee this: The A's will have a better season in 2012." - George Zimmer
Why do broadcasters and game day people think I give a shit about
the players 2011 playoff “stats”?
We yet enjoy little to be envied, but endure much to be pitied.-Thomas Dudley
baseball-like entertainment
We yet enjoy little to be envied, but endure much to be pitied.-Thomas Dudley
The rainout's impact on the Yanks/Kitties game is exactly why a 5-game series instead of 7 is stupid.
"This must be heaven," he says.
"No. It's Oakland."
100% this
May I subscribe to your newsletter?
"I'll guarantee this: The A's will have a better season in 2012." - George Zimmer
by cuppingmaster on Oct 1, 2011 11:37 AM PDT up reply actions
LOLOL
"I'll guarantee this: The A's will have a better season in 2012." - George Zimmer
by cuppingmaster on Oct 1, 2011 11:39 AM PDT up reply actions
Ah, Yuniesky Betancourt: Playoff SS.
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
btw ESPN deportes reporter covering Yanks-Tigers
Just tweeted that it’s starting to rain in NY.
by OaklandSi on Oct 1, 2011 11:54 AM PDT via mobile reply actions
ah October
"I'll guarantee this: The A's will have a better season in 2012." - George Zimmer
by cuppingmaster on Oct 1, 2011 11:54 AM PDT up reply actions
October in NY is often blessed with great weather
But 2011 is going to be known as the Year of Rainouts, just as 2010 was known as the Year of the Pitcher…
by OaklandSi on Oct 1, 2011 11:57 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
If they're rained out today,
one COULD bring back Verlander or Sabathia for a Game 1 on Monday.
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
Sorry, I meant Sunday.
It’s only plausible because both threw only 25-28 pitches. I don’t think either manager would do it, but it’s back in the realm of possibility.
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
And he was 9 days between starts coming in on Friday.
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.
A team I don’t have strong feelings about is tied with a team I don’t have strong feelings about.
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
this mean, of course, that this will be the most compelling series
(I actually do think this one is anyone’s call.)
"I'll guarantee this: The A's will have a better season in 2012." - George Zimmer
by cuppingmaster on Oct 1, 2011 11:59 AM PDT up reply actions
That looks really weird seeing the crowd in the sun and the playing field in the shade!
There is no A in OFFENSE!!
So here's what's bugging me.....I can't figure out what the heck the Brewers colors are......I see navy, gold, royal blue?
AN Tailgate = Euphemism for food porn.
what color are hops? Because they should also get some inspiration from hops as well.
AN Tailgate = Euphemism for food porn.
light green
yeah, i don’t know about a navy blue/wheat-gold/royal blue/pale green combo. One shade of blue and the wheat-color seem good enough.
what the hell....they've got a few color combos going now!
So light green with Navy……has some possibilities! BUT not like the Seahawks-bad combo…..
AN Tailgate = Euphemism for food porn.
It's scandalous
It’s like Chappaquiddick all over again.
I like Cindi. A. She never pretends to know more than she does. B. She has unbridled enthusiasm for her "Hotties," and isn't afraid to show it. -IM4Oakgal
Eliezer Mesa was the PTBN in the Ellis deal
I’m sure it’s been posted, but I just haven’t seen it.
http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/playerbreakingnews.asp?sport=MLB&id=3438&line=343651&spln=1
Cindi thought it might be third plate.
Unless he’s a thrower.
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 was over there looking around.....with no luck! Thanks for link #2
AN Tailgate = Euphemism for food porn.
not just you
he runs like he has to take a shit
"I'll guarantee this: The A's will have a better season in 2012." - George Zimmer
by cuppingmaster on Oct 1, 2011 12:57 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah that looks really weird...even when he was running from 3rd to home...it is very awkward looking
There is no A in OFFENSE!!
by wacchampions on Oct 1, 2011 12:59 PM PDT up reply actions
is it just me, or is it weird that both Willie bloomquist and Yuneski bettencourt are starting at short for playoff teams?
We yet enjoy little to be envied, but endure much to be pitied.-Thomas Dudley
Pitching to Fielder with 1st base open
LOL
How dumb can a manager be.
Didn't we spend over 4 years finding out?
I like Cindi. A. She never pretends to know more than she does. B. She has unbridled enthusiasm for her "Hotties," and isn't afraid to show it. -IM4Oakgal
by Nico on Oct 1, 2011 1:25 PM PDT up reply actions 2 recs
Sending Bloomquist in the 1st wasn't great either
I guess the good news is GerenGibby won’t have too much trouble determining the root of the team’s performance in this game.
I can handle the fact that you like him and are rooting for them.
but do you have to call him that?
This is an invitation for CJ Wilson to go and have sex with himself.
by Leopold Bloom on Oct 1, 2011 1:39 PM PDT up reply actions 2 recs
Yes, please!
There is no A in OFFENSE!!
by wacchampions on Oct 1, 2011 1:56 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Although there's no guarantee that the next batter
Would have gotten a hit to get him home. That’s less of a mistake than pitching to Fielder with 1B open.
by OaklandSi on Oct 1, 2011 1:41 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions
but it wasn't like it was a close play
Sending him there is an out unless the Brewers mess up the throw badly. Personally, I’d rather run out of chances to get him home than get him out in a play he had little chance of making work.
The only argument I think is you want that first momentum run badly I think. And I’m not that big a momentum guy.
I would not have sent him
But it’s still not as big a gamble as pitching to Fielder with 1B open, a runner on base, and down 2-0. Even if somehow the DBacks score 1 run in the first, they would still have been behind. Prince’s HR was the nail in the coffin.
by OaklandSi on Oct 1, 2011 2:06 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions
Lecroy used the same walk up music
as Willingham…
by OaklandSi on Oct 1, 2011 1:44 PM PDT via mobile reply actions
Looks like a Civil War photo( other than the clothing, of course)
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
THE A'S WIN THE PENNANT! THE A'S WIN THE PENNANT! THE A'S WIN THE PENNANT!
( just practicing for 2012)
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
WOOOOOOOOOOO!
This is an invitation for CJ Wilson to go and have sex with himself.
by Leopold Bloom on Oct 1, 2011 1:54 PM PDT up reply actions
Why? I love baseball, but, with the A's out of it, I really don't give a sh!t which team wins this year.
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
Will this help my mental status?
’cause I like vicodin better.
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
klonopin
This is an invitation for CJ Wilson to go and have sex with himself.
by Leopold Bloom on Oct 1, 2011 2:04 PM PDT up reply actions
well, there's your problem. You gotta stop doing drugs, Pamela.
Crack and health do not mix.
This is an invitation for CJ Wilson to go and have sex with himself.
by Leopold Bloom on Oct 1, 2011 2:00 PM PDT up reply actions
the crack has made you delusional to the point of posting in the wrong spot.
Not a good sign.
This is an invitation for CJ Wilson to go and have sex with himself.
by Leopold Bloom on Oct 1, 2011 2:02 PM PDT up reply actions
Then I say, give up on that "health" thingy.
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
agrd.
I was not sick for about ten years, mainly because I drank and drugged right through anything…
This is an invitation for CJ Wilson to go and have sex with himself.
by Leopold Bloom on Oct 1, 2011 2:03 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh, you were sick, Bloomie, you just didn't give a crap.
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
exactly!
This is an invitation for CJ Wilson to go and have sex with himself.
by Leopold Bloom on Oct 1, 2011 2:04 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm allergic to a a lot of antibiotics,
and I fear one day because I work around sick people, I am REALLY going to need the few drugs I’m not allergic to. I fight it with OTC shit and my awesome body. LOL! They say colds and crap take about 7 days to run its course, with or without antibiotics.
I was too sick at the beginning of this year.
Two months! I do not deserve another cold.
You're the boss. -Future Ed
oh yeah, you were...you taking someone else's turn now?
This is an invitation for CJ Wilson to go and have sex with himself.
by Leopold Bloom on Oct 1, 2011 2:05 PM PDT up reply actions
I tend to go in cycles.
I will be very sick for one or twu years, then be healthy for 3-4 years.
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
Sex usually makes me feel better when I'm sick.
just saying….
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
yes, because I tire easily, and take a nap, which is good for fighting colds.
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
You didn't think it had anything to do with "THAT" did you?
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
how's everything?
"If we start getting into that sh*t, we might as well get out the plastic sheeting and have an orgy." --Gaijin Suketto
Here talking to fellow A's fans, EN
Trying to decide whether to go and unload my deck redwood, or wait until tomorrow. Should I post a poll?
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
I Ching
"If we start getting into that sh*t, we might as well get out the plastic sheeting and have an orgy." --Gaijin Suketto
by emperor nobody on Oct 1, 2011 2:17 PM PDT up reply actions
I trust my AN friends more then mere chance.
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
so anyway
Official Athletics Nation Rotating Tagline Editor - Pam liked my old sig better.
My thoughtful watermelon is easily mistook for an early American catapult.
DURRRR THEY’RE TOO OLD, BABIP IS TOO HIGH, TOO MANY Ks, DURRRRRR
REC'D!!
oh, wait, I thought you said something else.
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
ahem
fuck the Giants
I don't feel that I'm feeling your feelings, about these feelings that you feel.
by doctorK on Oct 1, 2011 2:36 PM PDT up reply actions 2 recs
REC'D!!!
Thank you, mikev. I feel much better now. :)
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
YOU FOOLED ME!!
Thank you, DrK!!!!
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
you mean the Giain'ts who ain't in the playoffs this year?
by AuthenticA'sfan on Oct 1, 2011 2:37 PM PDT up reply actions
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So i'm trying to read up on tips and hints for playing poker cause I'm doing a tournament tonight
Official Athletics Nation Rotating Tagline Editor - Pam liked my old sig better.
My thoughtful watermelon is easily mistook for an early American catapult.
DURRRR THEY’RE TOO OLD, BABIP IS TOO HIGH, TOO MANY Ks, DURRRRRR
Never be afraid to fold.
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
Yes , but you lose with a bad hand anyway.
If you fold, you lose less cash.
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
That's kinda my plan anyway, to fold most of the hands.
Official Athletics Nation Rotating Tagline Editor - Pam liked my old sig better.
My thoughtful watermelon is easily mistook for an early American catapult.
DURRRR THEY’RE TOO OLD, BABIP IS TOO HIGH, TOO MANY Ks, DURRRRRR
What he said.
See as many hands as possible & really only play when you a) have a hand or b) have to.
That did not make Matt Holliday smile
(But what does?)
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
Dotel coming in to pitch for the Cards
Phillies.
by OaklandSi on Oct 1, 2011 3:45 PM PDT via mobile reply actions
WHAT THE HELL IS ON HOLLAND'S FACE
Official Athletics Nation Rotating Tagline Editor - Pam liked my old sig better.
My thoughtful watermelon is easily mistook for an early American catapult.
DURRRR THEY’RE TOO OLD, BABIP IS TOO HIGH, TOO MANY Ks, DURRRRRR
oh hey, things are looking up!
I was outside doing some difficult chores. Glad to see some good news upon my return.
He is also one "L" away from being another Ellie
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
they are just the stupid yankees
We yet enjoy little to be envied, but endure much to be pitied.-Thomas Dudley
wow, I've seen a lot of 2nd deck facing blasts in the last two days
Weird given how much smaller the facing is than the upper or lower decks are.
The Express didn't look tuu happy.
"Trying not to rec a "F**k the Giants" post is like trying not to look at boobs."
been chasing a world title since 1969
We yet enjoy little to be envied, but endure much to be pitied.-Thomas Dudley
low guy on totum pole does it all year
We yet enjoy little to be envied, but endure much to be pitied.-Thomas Dudley
even when huston was the closer, he took the water out every game in give awat street backpack
We yet enjoy little to be envied, but endure much to be pitied.-Thomas Dudley
I just want to say if I catch an HR from the opposing team, I'm keeping it.
Unless they tell me that throwing it back will erase the runs.
{still funny}
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
Jumpin' thread, guys
"I'll guarantee this: The A's will have a better season in 2012." - George Zimmer
turn on the Yankees game then
"I'll guarantee this: The A's will have a better season in 2012." - George Zimmer
by cuppingmaster on Oct 1, 2011 6:20 PM PDT up reply actions
high drama - ump gets hit in the face
i’d be pissed at russell martin for not blocking that pitch
I wish we could watch the games from mid or high homeplate cam during the season, too
"I'll guarantee this: The A's will have a better season in 2012." - George Zimmer
I applaud the crowd not touching that
But if they do, it’s a homer. Look for more touching of home balls in the future.
The AL East can always find a way to slow a game down even further.
It’s like a whole different type of baseball.
Not even the players like it
Tex was quoted as saying something like “this isn’t baseball”
"I'll guarantee this: The A's will have a better season in 2012." - George Zimmer
by cuppingmaster on Oct 1, 2011 6:45 PM PDT up reply actions
We got a ball game again in Arlington.....
dejavu….time to bring in Dan Johnson Rays down by 1 run….NO OUTs!
Quick go back two days and put him on the playoff roster!
We yet enjoy little to be envied, but endure much to be pitied.-Thomas Dudley
great DP?
great fucking luck
"I'll guarantee this: The A's will have a better season in 2012." - George Zimmer
by cuppingmaster on Oct 1, 2011 6:55 PM PDT up reply actions
Romanick
Okay, I can see why Gerald Perry and Skinner were not asked back , but, why not
Romanik. ? Is he blamed for the injuries?
we can only guess its melvins choice.
We yet enjoy little to be envied, but endure much to be pitied.-Thomas Dudley
Couple with the high ERA in the second half
Like you say though, Melvin wants his own man
That would suggest Bryan Price
Which (while I like Romanick) would be fine — Pryce is definitely an excellent pitching coach.
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
As is Price.
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
Eff Cano....
GS. How long before the replays begin of our own little contribution to Yankee’s lore earlier this season?
"You may glory in a team triumphant, but you fall in love with a team in defeat."--The Boys of Summer
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