vcjack
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Post by vcjack on Oct 1, 2008 14:52:18 GMT -5
Great Fielding by the Brew Crew so far, 2-0 Phillies in the bottom of the 3rd
Gallardo seems to be off as well
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FormerHoya
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Post by FormerHoya on Oct 1, 2008 16:24:47 GMT -5
Hamels is dealing.
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The Stig
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Post by The Stig on Oct 1, 2008 17:04:37 GMT -5
Rickie Weeks can't field and Corey Hart can't hit under pressure. What else is new?
Still, there's hope for the Brewers. Hamels is the best the Phillies have, and that wasn't the best the Brewers have. If Sabathia pitches as expected, the Brewers only need to win one other game.
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Post by njhoya06 on Oct 1, 2008 18:49:32 GMT -5
Rickie Weeks can't field and Corey Hart can't hit under pressure. What else is new? Still, there's hope for the Brewers. Hamels is the best the Phillies have, and that wasn't the best the Brewers have. If Sabathia pitches as expected, the Brewers only need to win one other game. Gonna need to score off Hamels in game five...
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Post by DanMcQ on Oct 2, 2008 0:36:57 GMT -5
JON LESTER.End of story. Edited. Sorry, I was so excited I could not see straight.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 2, 2008 9:45:14 GMT -5
JOHN LESTER.End of story. You'd think a true fan would know how to spell JON Lester's name ;D Unless, of course, you're referring to this guy: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Lester
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Post by Boz on Oct 2, 2008 10:38:54 GMT -5
Isn't there a picture of that dude in one of the booths at The Tombs? Wot! Wot! EDIT: We needs better sportswriters these days. Think of how many MLB players to whom you could apply the term "an indifferent batsman." ;D
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Post by hifigator on Oct 2, 2008 11:10:46 GMT -5
JOHN LESTER.End of story. You'd think a true fan would know how to spell JON Lester's name ;D Unless, of course, you're referring to this guy: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_LesterOf Course, he was talking about Lester. That's Mr. Lester to you pal. When you're a cricketer of that noteriety, you deserve a little respect!
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Post by Deleted on Oct 2, 2008 11:21:28 GMT -5
Speaking of an "indifferent batsman", how about that rocket that Manny hit off his shoetops into the wind last night? Wow.
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Post by DanMcQ on Oct 2, 2008 11:22:15 GMT -5
We've had an opening for some time for a full-time board spell-checker. I am officially appointing Cam. Please send in your W-9 form.
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vcjack
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Post by vcjack on Oct 2, 2008 18:01:19 GMT -5
Evan Longoria must have seen my avatar and now he's trying to prove me wrong Decent outing for the ChiSox, considering who was on the mound... Lets see if they can steal one tomorrow
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Post by hoyarooter on Oct 2, 2008 20:32:14 GMT -5
Distressing statistic of the day - the Sox are now 3-17 this year on artificial turf. Hopefully they can buck that trend tomorrow; they're due.*
I saw this stat on si.com, but I can't believe it's correct; I know they were 1-8 at the Metrodome, but didn't they already win three games in Tampa this year?
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Post by njhoya06 on Oct 2, 2008 20:47:45 GMT -5
It was all good after Corey Hart somehow swung first pitch in the first with the bases loaded to ground into an inning ending double play. It's what he deserved for beating Pat out for the All Star game. Jerk.
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Post by SirSaxa on Oct 2, 2008 23:39:17 GMT -5
Speaking of an "indifferent batsman", how about that rocket that Manny hit off his shoetops into the wind last night? Wow. Joe Torre's gotta be loving it!
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Post by RDF on Oct 2, 2008 23:54:45 GMT -5
This Cubs performance has been one of the most pathetic I've seen. Will they show up at all to compete? It's one thing to lose-but this has been disgusting to watch.
Manny is best hitter in game-and it's not even close. Funny that Don Mattingly said same thing--and even threw out A-Rod's name to mention A-Rod's work ethic--but fact he's nowhere near the hitter.
I'll just say this--how did Torre almost F this team up from not winning the West and going .500? They are BY FAR the most talented team in National League? Was it a Jeff Kent "curse"--after he was injured they rattled off a huge winning streak. Was it the fact he survived the 8 game losing streak with those clowns in Arizona only gaining a half game in standings? All I know, to see them matched with Cubs--the talent level isn't even close. They have better approach, better players, and best hitter in sport--who was dominant and they still almost missed the postseason.
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Post by hoyarooter on Oct 3, 2008 12:09:44 GMT -5
Uhh, as someone who has seen a fair amount of Dodger baseball this year, I'd have to beg to differ with RDF's assessment of the Dodger talent level. Until the acquisitions of Manny and Blake, this team struggled to score all season. Their fielding is mediocre, and until the last month their starting pitching other than Billingsley was really inconsistent. The two things I will say are that "their approach" is what Torre has been preaching all year, and it's finally taken hold (except with Matt Kemp, who still seems to swing at everything), and getting a healthy Furcal back for the playoffs is a huge plus.
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Post by RDF on Oct 3, 2008 12:32:20 GMT -5
Uhh, as someone who has seen a fair amount of Dodger baseball this year, I'd have to beg to differ with RDF's assessment of the Dodger talent level. Until the acquisitions of Manny and Blake, this team struggled to score all season. Their fielding is mediocre, and until the last month their starting pitching other than Billingsley was really inconsistent. The two things I will say are that "their approach" is what Torre has been preaching all year, and it's finally taken hold (except with Matt Kemp, who still seems to swing at everything), and getting a healthy Furcal back for the playoffs is a huge plus. Furcal's injury was a big setback as he was playing outstanding prior to his injury. Even after they acquired Manny and Blake--the team played their way out of playoffs--only to be given hope by a putrid peformance and lack of guts by the Arizona StrikeoutKings--aka the D-Backs. That team could make no contact in a game if you played Tee Ball. Once Kent the Jerk was injured--they took off. Better defense, better attitudes, and people who cared about winning and not promoting themselves or taking cheapshots at Vin Scully. Yet--Torre tried to mess that up--he had good pitching, hitting, and defense and still tried to give the division away. He's truly something "special" and it's hilarious how he's getting credit--as the only reason that team is where they are--Manny's move that Torre had nothing to do with.
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Post by DanMcQ on Oct 6, 2008 23:08:40 GMT -5
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SirSaxa
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Post by SirSaxa on Oct 6, 2008 23:32:44 GMT -5
OK Dan, your turn to gloat. Again![/quote]
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Jack
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Post by Jack on Oct 6, 2008 23:35:01 GMT -5
I guess they call it a suicide squeeze for a reason, eh Mike Scioscia?
Now maybe the 2-3-4 hitters can get something going against the Devil Rays.
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