GOG #18: Vindictive Mariners? (+Season Stats)

by AsGirl on Aug 2, 2006 9:29 PM PDT

Greetings, GOGers!
As promised, I have included the running season totals of the GOG in this diary. Scroll down. And again, the screen shots of the spreadsheet were my best option.

By the way, I could use some help from the GOGers. I need suggestions for potential GOG questions. I've got to admit -- I'm really bored with my questions. We all could use something new and refreshing. Also, please feel free to make any suggestions regarding the GOG. Anything that you guys particularly dislike? Speak now! :)

Moving on now. The A's start a 3 game series in Seattle Friday night, having won 9 consecutive games against the M's. So, needless to say, the Mariners will be seeking revenge. Here's hoping the A's continue their dominance over their rivals from the Pacific Northwest!

GOG #18: A's @Seattle

Series outcome:
Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R:
Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against?
Starter to allow the fewest runs:
Run differential in the most lop-sided game:
HR for the A's:
Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games):
Haren's IP/ER:
What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place)
Better series -- Chavy or Beltre?
Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game?
Melhuse gets a start?
Team to score more 2 out runs:
Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who?

Please note: If I ask you to name a player, please name only ONE player. Otherwise, I won't be able to give full credit.

Scoring reminder: Up to 3 points for open-ended questions (#1-7). Up to 4 points for question #8 (2 points for each part). In questions 9-13, +1 for a correct answer and -1 for an incorrect answer.

Deadline is 7:04 PM PT Friday.
LET'S GO A's!!!!!

GOG #17 Results: A's @LAAAAAA

(Link for Poppy)

Series outcome: A's win 2/3
First inning woes -- Runs allowed by the A's in the 1st: 1
Worst outing by an Anaheim starter: Santana
A's reliever to K the most batters: Street
How many starters pitch into the 7th? 5
Chavy heating up? His H/HR/RBI: 1/0/0
Total runs scored in the lowest scoring game: 4
Two solid starts in a row? Loaiza's IP/ER: 5.1IP/2ER
Bullpen to allow fewer runs: A's
Team to commit more errors: Anaheim
Street or Rodriguez blow a save? If so, who? Nope
More XBH -- Kendall or Figgins? Kendall
More LOB -- A's or LAAAA? Anaheim

Scores:
AsGirl 9
Chilango 6
walk off bunt 9
jme 5
Philip Christy 8
norcaldevilasu 11
TurnTwo 6
Jjjsixsix 4
hit it long T 7
bzn5150 10
Flyin As 14 (Winner!)
athleticsINky 6
peanut gallery 11
mikeA 10
HollywoodOz 4
Mr Athletics 7
WhiteElephantGuy 6
high street 6
ohad 8
streetfan 5
Daveed 1
Noodler29 5
JLaff 5
lurkerD 9
F171615 3
OaktownPower 9
misfit toy 7

For the second consecutive game, no negative scores! We're making progress. ;)

SEASON TOTALS

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hi

1. Series outcome: A's 2/3
2. Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 3/1/2
3. Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Rafael Soriano
4. Starter to allow the fewest runs: Komine
5. Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 7
6. HR for the A's: 5
7. Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): 2/2
8. Haren's IP/ER: 8/2
9. What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) A's/Angels/Rangers/Mariners
10. Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Beltre
11. Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? Yes
12. Melhuse gets a start? No
13. Team to score more 2 out runs: A's
14. Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? Yes, Bradley

My.....Space?

by ohad on Aug 2, 2006 9:43 PM PDT reply actions

#4

Komine not starting this weekend is he?

"YA-freaking-WHOOOOO!" ~ alaska A

by eamb on Aug 3, 2006 9:26 PM PDT up reply actions

Doesn't look like it.

His starts are going to be few and far between since the A's have nearly every Thursday off for the rest of the season.

by Flyin As on Aug 4, 2006 2:29 AM PDT up reply actions

My Picks

1. Series outcome: A's Sweep
2. Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 8/2/3
3. Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? George Sherill
4. Starter to allow the fewest runs: Zito
5. Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 6
6. HR for the A's: 3
7. Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): Angels 3/4
8. Haren's IP/ER: 5/4
9. What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place)
A's/Angels/Rangers/Mariners
10. Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Beltre
11. Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? No
12. Melhuse gets a start? Yes
13. Team to score more 2 out runs: Mariners
14. Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? No

Lets go Oakland! Check out my blog:http://sportsrus33.blogspot.com/

by bballfanr33 on Aug 2, 2006 9:47 PM PDT reply actions

super mario!

Series outcome:A's Sweep

Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R:4/2/3

Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against?Juilo Mateos

Starter to allow the fewest runs:Barry Zito

Run differential in the most lop-sided game:
7-2 A's
HR for the A's:3 homers

Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games):3-1 Angels

Haren's IP/ER:7.0/3

What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place)
A's
Angels
Texas
Seattle

Better series -- Chavy or Beltre?Chavez

Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game?yes

Melhuse gets a start?yes

Team to score more 2 out runs:seattle

Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who?no

by Mr Athletics on Aug 2, 2006 10:00 PM PDT reply actions

OH yeah, I like this game

1. Series outcome: A's win 2 of 3
2. Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 6/1/4
3. Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Sherrill
4. Starter to allow the fewest runs: Haren
5. Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 5 run differential
6. HR for the A's: 3
7. Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): split 2-2
8. Haren's IP/ER: 8/2
9. What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place)1. A's 2. Angels 3. Rangers 4. M's
10. Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Beltre
11. Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? yes (probably Swisher)
12. Melhuse gets a start? Yes! (finally)
13. Team to score more 2 out runs: A's
14. Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? Nope.

"I've learned something today. It doesn't matter where we're from, as long as we're all the same religion" - Peter Griffin

by Philip Christy on Aug 2, 2006 10:17 PM PDT reply actions

WHee!

Series outcome: What the hell... WE SWEEP!
Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 6/0/2
Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Putz
Starter to allow the fewest runs: Kentucky Joe
Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 6
HR for the A's: 4
Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): split
Haren's IP/ER: 7.1/3
What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) OAK, LAA, TEX, SEA
Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Chavvy
Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? Yup
Melhuse gets a start? YUP!!
Team to score more 2 out runs: OAK
Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? Nope

by anomaly_kat on Aug 2, 2006 10:31 PM PDT reply actions

<Peeks nervously around corner>

1. Series outcome: A's sweep
2. Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 3/1/2
3. Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Sherrill
4. Starter to allow the fewest runs: Zito
5. Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 4
6. HR for the A's: 4
7. Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): 2-2
8. Haren's IP/ER: 8.0/2
9. What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) Oak/LAA/Tex/Sea
10. Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Chavvy
11. Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? No
12. Melhuse gets a start? Yes
13. Team to score more 2 out runs: Oakland
14. Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? No. If so, who?

Day to day

by oblique on Aug 2, 2006 10:32 PM PDT reply actions

Interesting...

1. Series outcome: A's 2/3
2. Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 4/1/2
3. Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Julio Mateo
4. Starter to allow the fewest runs: Blanton
5. Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 5
6. HR for the A's: 3
7. Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): Split
8. Haren's IP/ER: 7/3
9. What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) Oakland, Anaheim, Texas, Seattle
10. Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Chavez
11. Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? Yes
12. Melhuse gets a start? No
13. Team to score more 2 out runs: Seattle
14. Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? No

by kinselofant on Aug 2, 2006 10:48 PM PDT reply actions

Wooo! A link for Poppy!

A link for me, to a GOG I didn't play! LOL ;)

On to Seattle!

Series outcome: A's sweep
Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 4/2/2
Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Mateo
Starter to allow the fewest runs: Haren
Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 3
HR for the A's: 3
Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): split 2-2
Haren's IP/ER: 7/2
What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) A's, Angels, Rangers, Mariners
Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Chavy
Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? yes
Melhuse gets a start? yes
Team to score more 2 out runs: A's
Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? no

"He should have been out for blood, like a two-mouthed bear at a monkey eating contest!" ~ McFood

by Poppy on Aug 2, 2006 11:42 PM PDT reply actions

You never said anything about

not adding links when you do not participate! ;)

"Harden isn't dead. Hatte Jr. is batting 1.000. Chavy is fine. I'm not depressed." ~ Jennifer

by AsGirl on Aug 3, 2006 11:50 AM PDT up reply actions

LMAO!

You're just supposed to know that it's all about me! I'm sure that's in the Community Guidelines somewhere...

"He should have been out for blood, like a two-mouthed bear at a monkey eating contest!" ~ McFood

by Poppy on Aug 3, 2006 11:59 AM PDT up reply actions

my pics

Series outcome: A's Sweep
Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 5/3/2
Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Mateo
Starter to allow the fewest runs: Haren
Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 5
HR for the A's: 4
Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): 3-1 Texas! haha
Haren's IP/ER: 7/2
What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) A's, Tex, LAA, Sea
Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Chavy
Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? No
Melhuse gets a start? no
Team to score more 2 out runs: A's
Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? Yes, Thomas

"The are only two places in this league. First place and no place." -Tom Seaver

by greekpride08 @ Athletics Nation on Aug 3, 2006 1:32 AM PDT reply actions

Let the Mariner-owning streak continue!

Series outcome: A's 2, Seattle 1
Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 5H/1SB/3R
Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Mateo
Starter to allow the fewest runs: Zito
Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 5
HR for the A's: 3
Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): Walker, Texas Rangers 3, Angels 1
Haren's IP/ER: 7IP/2ER
What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place)A's, Angels, Rangers, Mariners
Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Chavy
Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? yes
Melhuse gets a start? Yes. I certainly hope so.
Team to score more 2 out runs: Seattle
Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? no

Kettlecorn! Swishercorn!

by TurnTwo on Aug 3, 2006 7:18 AM PDT reply actions

BAM!

1. Series outcome: M's 2, A's 1
2. Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 5/1/4
3. Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Mateo
4. Starter to allow the fewest runs: Haren
5. Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 6
6. HR for the A's: 3
7. Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): 2/2 split
8. Haren's IP/ER: 7IP 2ER
9. What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) A's, Angels, Mariners, Rangers
10. Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Beltre
11. Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? No
12. Melhuse gets a start? Yes
13. Team to score more 2 out runs: A's
14. Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? No

"It is like Menudo, where guys reach a certain age and are kicked out of the band. And they go on to be Ricky Martins somewhere else." -Billy Beane

by WhiteElephantGuy on Aug 3, 2006 9:20 AM PDT reply actions

I'm going Friday / Saturday!

Series outcome: OAK 3-0
Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 3/2/1
Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Mateo
Starter to allow the fewest runs: Blanton
Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 5
HR for the A's: 5
Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): 2-2
Haren's IP/ER: 7.2/2
What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? 1.OAK 2.LAA 3.TEX 4.SEA
Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Beltre
Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? Yes
Melhuse gets a start? Yes
Team to score more 2 out runs: OAK
Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? No

And my questions...
For the TEX series: Does Buck Showalter come out to "discuss" a call with the umpires?
For the SEA (8/14-16) series: Does a dog get loose on the field on Tuesday?

Question: What are the last two columns on the spreadsheet?

by Flyin As on Aug 3, 2006 10:17 AM PDT reply actions

Re: Last two columns

The individual average column is your "guessing average." :D
Here's how we calculate it: Your total points divided by "max score" of the GOG you have participated in.
Max score = the total points possible in each GOG (that you have participated in). I'll use the Angels series as an example. The total points possible for questions 1-7 are 21. (7 questions that are worth 3 points each). For question #8, total points possible = 4. Questions 9-13 are worth 1 point each (total of 5 points). So... 21+4+5=30. The max score of the Anaheim series is 30.
However, if either Street or Rodriquez had blown a save in that series (Question 11), the max score would have been 32, because I ask you to name which of them blows a save.

I have a feeling I have confused you even more now. :-/

Maybe Jjjsixsix can explain it better.

The last column is easier to explain. That's your percentage. Here's how we calculate the pct: Your total points divided by the total of the highest scores of the GOG you have participated in. I'll use YOU as an example in this one. You have participated in 6 GOG, in which the high scores were as follows:
11, 12, 13, 16, 18, 14. That adds up to 84.
Your total points add up to 56.
56/84 = .667

I hope that helps! If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask. I'll do my best to explain. :)

"Harden isn't dead. Hatte Jr. is batting 1.000. Chavy is fine. I'm not depressed." ~ Jennifer

by AsGirl on Aug 3, 2006 11:48 AM PDT up reply actions

Ahh I get it.

My high school stat class is coming back to haunt me, though.

by Flyin As on Aug 3, 2006 1:27 PM PDT up reply actions

M's

Series outcome: A's 2/3
Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 4/0/2
Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Mateo
Starter to allow the fewest runs: Haren
Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 5
HR for the A's: 3
Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): split
Haren's IP/ER: 7/1
What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) OAK, LAA, TEX, SEA
Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Chavy
Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? no
Melhuse gets a start? yes
Team to score more 2 out runs: A's
Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? no

by high street on Aug 3, 2006 10:24 AM PDT reply actions

Hit me!

# Series outcome: A's 2-1
# Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 6/3/3
# Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Soriano
# Starter to allow the fewest runs: Haren
# Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 8
# HR for the A's: 5
# Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): 2-2
# Haren's IP/ER: 6.2/2
# What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place)

Oakland
Anaheim
Texas
Seattle

# Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Chavy
# Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? Yes
# Melhuse gets a start? Yes
# Team to score more 2 out runs: A's
# Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? Nope

"I smell like a meadow." - Yuniesky Betancourt

by Ozzz on Aug 3, 2006 10:30 AM PDT reply actions

A's widen their lead

Series outcome: A's 2-1

Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 6-3-4

Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Putz

Starter to allow the fewest runs: Zito

Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 5

HR for the A's:4

Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): split

Haren's IP/ER: 8/4

What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) A's Angels Rangers Mariners

Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Beltre

Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? Yes (swisher)

Melhuse gets a start? never

Team to score more 2 out runs: mariners

Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? Yes. Bradley

How's Kendall's power now?

by SLOtown on Aug 3, 2006 11:29 AM PDT reply actions

I'll be there SATURDAY!!! YEAH!!!!!!!!!

1. Series outcome: A's 2, M's 1
2. Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 5/2/2
3. Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Putz
4. Starter to allow the fewest runs: Haren
5. Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 5
6. HR for the A's: 5
7. Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): Split 2-2
8. Haren's IP/ER: 7/1
9. What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) Oakland, Anaheim, Texas, Seattle
10. Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Chavy
11. Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? Yes
12. Melhuse gets a start? Nope
13. Team to score more 2 out runs: Oakland
14. Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? Nope

There's no crying in baseball!

by gigglingone on Aug 3, 2006 11:33 AM PDT reply actions

LET'S GO A's!!!!!!!!

Series outcome: A's win 2/3
Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 5/3/2
Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Mateo
Starter to allow the fewest runs: Haren
Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 4
HR for the A's: 3
Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): 2-2
Haren's IP/ER: 6.2/2
What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? A's/Anaheim/Tex/Sea
Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Beltre
Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? No
Melhuse gets a start? Yes
Team to score more 2 out runs: A's
Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? Nah

"Harden isn't dead. Hatte Jr. is batting 1.000. Chavy is fine. I'm not depressed." ~ Jennifer

by AsGirl on Aug 3, 2006 11:54 AM PDT reply actions

4 consecutive positive scores and counting...

Series outcome: A's 2/3
Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 5/3/3
Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Julio Mateo
Starter to allow the fewest runs: Haren
Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 6
HR for the A's: 3
Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): 3/1 LAAA
Haren's IP/ER: 7.1/2
What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) Oakland, LAAA, Texas, Seattle
Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Beltre
Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? yes
Melhuse gets a start? Yes
Team to score more 2 out runs: A's
Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? Nope

"I think the Scouters for the A's are either gay or women....we ALWAYS get the hot ones!!" ~griffisgurl

by athleticsINky on Aug 3, 2006 1:15 PM PDT reply actions

I'll be there Friday night...LET'S GO OAKLAND

Series outcome: A's 2/3
Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 4/1/2
Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Julio Mateo
Starter to allow the fewest runs: Zito
Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 5
HR for the A's: 4
Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): 2/2
Haren's IP/ER: 7.2/3
What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) Oakland, LAAA, Texas, Seattle
Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Chavy
Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? no
Melhuse gets a start? No
Team to score more 2 out runs: A's
Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? No

I'll be in Secion 147 with my Kotsay jersey. Hope to see (and hear) a lot of A's fans.

by stevea on Aug 3, 2006 3:50 PM PDT up reply actions

oak v. sea

A's 3 - M's 0
6 H/ 1 SB/ 3 R
Mateo
Blanton
4
5
LAAAAAAA 2 - TXXX 2
8/2
A's/Angels/Rangers/Mariners
Chavy
Yes
No
A's
No

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by signmebilly on Aug 3, 2006 7:44 PM PDT reply actions

Woo-hoooo

1. Series outcome: A's sweep
2. Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 5/2/2
3. Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Mateo
4. Starter to allow the fewest runs: Zito
5. Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 4
6. HR for the A's: 2
7. Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): split
8. Haren's IP/ER: 7/3
9. What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) A's, Angels, Rangers, M's
10. Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Beltre
11. Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? Yes
12. Melhuse gets a start? Yes.
13. Team to score more 2 out runs: A's
14. Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? No

Nothing says fun like Premium Meat!

by lurkerD on Aug 3, 2006 7:53 PM PDT reply actions

eh?

1. Series outcome: seattle 2, oakland 1
2. Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 5h/2sb/3r
3. Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? julio mateo
4. Starter to allow the fewest runs: jarrod washburn
5. Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 6
6. HR for the A's: 3
7. Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): angels 3, texas 1
8. Haren's IP/ER: 6.1ip/4er
9. What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) 1. oak/ana 3. sea 4. tex
10. Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? eric chavez
11. Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? yes
12. Melhuse gets a start? yes
13. Team to score more 2 out runs: not oakland
14. Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? no

"The hard... is what makes it great."

by Jjjsixsix on Aug 3, 2006 8:12 PM PDT reply actions

Sweep

Series outcome: A's sweep
Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 5/1/2
Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Soriano
Starter to allow the fewest runs: Zito
Run differential in the most lop-sided game 4
HR for the A's: 1
Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): 2-2
Haren's IP/ER: 8/2
What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) Oak/Tex/LAA/Sea
Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Chavez
Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? yes
Melhuse gets a start? yes
Team to score more 2 out runs: A's
Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? No

by mikeA on Aug 3, 2006 9:34 PM PDT reply actions

Sweep

1. Series outcome: M's 3 - A's 0
2. Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 5/2/4
3. Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Mateo
4. Starter to allow the fewest runs: Meche
5. Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 5
6. HR for the A's: 2
7. Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series: LAA 3 - TEX 1
8. Haren's IP/ER: 7/3
9. What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? LAA, OAK, SEA, TEX
10. Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Beltre
11. Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? Yes, Swisher
12. Melhuse gets a start? Nope, why would he?
13. Team to score more 2 out runs: M's
14. Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? Beltre

"YA-freaking-WHOOOOO!" ~ alaska A

by eamb on Aug 3, 2006 10:06 PM PDT reply actions

More Random Guesses

Series outcome: A's win 2
Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 4/1/2
Which M's reliever do the A's have most success against? Putz
Starter to allow the fewest runs: Haren
Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 4
HR for the A's: 2
Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): Texas wins 3
Haren's IP/ER: 7/1
What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? A's, Texas, Angels, Seattle
Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Beltre
Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? No
Melhuse gets a start? Yes
Team to score more 2 out runs: M's
Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? No

Go A's!

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by streetfan on Aug 3, 2006 11:13 PM PDT reply actions

Go A's!!!

Series outcome: A's sweep
Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 5/2/2
Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Julio Mateo
Starter to allow the fewest runs: Haren
Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 8
HR for the A's: 6
Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): Split
Haren's IP/ER: 7/1
What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) A's, Angels, Texas, Seattle
Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Chavy
Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? Yes
Melhuse gets a start? Yup
Team to score more 2 out runs: Mariners
Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? No

by hit it long T on Aug 3, 2006 11:25 PM PDT reply actions

Yay

1. Series outcome: A's 2-1
2. Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 6/2/3
3. Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Mateo
4. Starter to allow the fewest runs: Zito
5. Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 4
6. HR for the A's: 4
7. Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): 2-2
8. Haren's IP/ER: 7.1/1
9. What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) A's, LAAA, Tex, Seattle.
10. Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Beltre
11. Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? Yes
12. Melhuse gets a start? Yes
13. Team to score more 2 out runs: M's
14. Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? Yes, Beltre.

RIP mAC dRe and biLL KiNg

by jme on Aug 4, 2006 12:03 AM PDT reply actions

Ugh I missed the last one.

1. Series outcome: M's 3, A's 0
2. Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 5/3/4
3. Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Lowe
4. Starter to allow the fewest runs: Washburn
5. Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 5
6. HR for the A's: 2
7. Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): Rangers 2, Angels 2
8. Haren's IP/ER: 6/4
9. What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) A's (57-54), Angels (57-54), Mariners (56-54), Rangers (56-56)
10. Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Beltre
11. Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? Yes, Sexson
12. Melhuse gets a start? Yes, Saturday
13. Team to score more 2 out runs: Mariners
14. Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? No one

by WaddellCanseco on Aug 4, 2006 12:49 AM PDT reply actions

10, 11, 12....

Series outcome: A's sweep
Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 2/0/0
Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? J. Mateo
Starter to allow the fewest runs: D. Haren
Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 7 - A's win 8-1
HR for the A's: 3
Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): split
Haren's IP/ER: 8/0
What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) 1. A's, 2. Angels, 3. Rangers, 4. Mariners
Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Chavy
Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? no
Melhuse gets a start? no
Team to score more 2 out runs: A's
Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? No

"Apparently there's a rule that you have to be old enough to drive yourself to the induction ceremony. So obviously that's not gonna work."

by F171615 on Aug 4, 2006 8:22 AM PDT reply actions

Time for separation?

1. Series outcome: A's sweep
2. Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 2/1/1
3. Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against?: Mateo
4. Starter to allow the fewest runs: Blanton
5. Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 4
6. HR for the A's: 3
7. Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): 2-2 (this and an A's sweep would be the ideal combo)
8. Haren's IP/ER: 7.2/3
9. What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place): A's, LAA, Tex, Sea (no change, just pushing them all down a bit)
10. Better series -- Chavy or Beltre?: Chavez
11. Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game?: no
12. Melhuse gets a start?: yes
13. Team to score more 2 out runs: A's
14. Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? no

A's 2006 record when I attend: 7-6

by peanut gallery on Aug 4, 2006 9:17 AM PDT reply actions

NorCalDevil's Picks

1.    Series outcome: Oakland takes 2 of 3
2.    Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 7 Hits, 2 SB, 3 Runs
3.    Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Jake Woods
4.    Starter to allow the fewest runs: Dan Haren
5.    Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 3 Runs
6.    HR for the A's: 2
7.    Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): Texas wins 3 of 4
8.    Haren's IP/ER: 7 1/3 IP, 2 ER
9.    What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) 1. Oakland 2. Texas 3. Anaheim 4. Seattle
10.    Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Chavez
11.    Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? No
12.    Melhuse gets a start? No
13.    Team to score more 2 out runs: Oakland
14.    Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? Yes, Eric Chavez

We can be considered David, David knocks out Goliath. -Eric Chavez PT-42

by norcaldevilasu on Aug 4, 2006 10:26 AM PDT reply actions

And it's all for me GOG, me jolly, jolly GOG

All for my beer and tobacco
Well, I spent all me tin with the ladies drinkin' gin
Far across the Western Ocean I must wander
(actual lyrics)

1.    Series outcome: A's Sweep
2.    Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 4/2/2
3.    Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Mateo
4.    Starter to allow the fewest runs: Blanton
5.    Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 4
6.    HR for the A's: 3
7.    Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): 2-2 split
8.    Haren's IP/ER: 7/3
9.    What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) OAK-d'ANA-TEX-SEA
10.    Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Chavvy
11.    Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? Yes
12.    Melhuse gets a start? Yes
13.    Team to score more 2 out runs: A's
14.    Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? No

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by FreeSeatUpgrade on Aug 4, 2006 10:45 AM PDT reply actions

Yeah, go Oakland and stuff!

Series outcome: Athletics, 2-1
Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 6/1/3
Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Jake Woods
Starter to allow the fewest runs: Barry Zito
Run differential in the most lop-sided game: Three
HR for the A's: Five
Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): Split, 2-2
Haren's IP/ER: 6.2/3
What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) OAK 59-52, LAA 57-54 (2 GB), TEX 56-55 (3.5 GB), SEA 54-56 (4.5 GB)
Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Beltre
Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? No
Melhuse gets a start? No
Team to score more 2 out runs: Athletics
Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? No

Dorian on Bonds: "Still, I love it when Bonds wins at the game that he plays."

by FormerHuntsvilleStar on Aug 4, 2006 2:26 PM PDT reply actions

Sodo Mojo

1. Series outcome: A's break out the brooms!
2. Ichiro's series -- H/SB/R: 5/3/2
3. Which M's reliever do the A's have the most success against? Mateo
4. Starter to allow the fewest runs: Haren
5. Run differential in the most lop-sided game: 5
6. HR for the A's: 3
7. Outcome of the Texas/LAAAA series (4 games): Texas 3-1
8. Haren's IP/ER: 8/2
9. What are the AL West standings after Sunday's games? (First place thru last place) Oakland, Texas, Anaheim, Seattle
10. Better series -- Chavy or Beltre? Beltre
11. Does a batter K at least 3 times in a game? No
12. Melhuse gets a start? Si
13. Team to score more 2 out runs: A's
14. Does a player drive in 4 or more runs in a game? If so, who? No

Stephen Colbert: "Kids who look up to athletes become athletes themselves."
The Word: Or bitter sports journalists.

by JLaff on Aug 4, 2006 3:21 PM PDT reply actions