Game Thread #118: Nats (44-73) at Brewers (66-51)
by Jeff Sackmann on Aug 10, 2008 11:00 AM CDT
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PrintWashington Nationals at Milwaukee Brewers, Aug 10, 2008 1:05 PM CDT
Fun fact: Since the All-Star break, the Crew is 14-8. Sure, half of those losses came consecutively against the Cubs, but I can handle this sort of second half performance. As a side note, I'm rooting against the Dodgers, just for the novelty of having that many more August games against sub-500 teams. LA is currently 58-58.
I've been steering clear of predictions lately, but I feel pretty confident about something this afternoon: Manny Parra is not going to throw a complete-game shutout.
The matchup this afternoon is Parra and John Lannan, who has been the bright spot in the Nats rotation. Lannan is 6-11, but that reflects more on his teammates than himself. His ERA is 3.55, and while his peripherals don't support that, his xFIP is still a respectable 4.36.
Game time is 1:05 CT, and here's the BR Game Preview.
Go Brewers!
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Hmph
Every time Jeff makes a prediction, God kills a kitten.
"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"
Hey, speaking of images...
This is from last night’s loss to the Cardinals.
"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"
ha!
"I wore 37 in Tampa... my brother Marcus wore 37... my brother Sam wore 73... my nieces and nephews wear 37... It's a family thing." McClung
by Jamie in LA on Aug 10, 2008 12:03 PM CDT up reply actions
I am curious to see how Manny comes out
I picture him looking over at Prince at first who is giving him the evil eye and making the throat cutting gesture lol
My personal feeling is that Manny will come out with a sense of purpose to show he has moved on.
Prince will hit for the cycle as a way of showing Manny is an ok guy ;)
Heading out to Miller Park right now
Go Brewers
If Loving CC is wrong I do not want to be right
Oh ye of little faith.
Parra will not only throw a complete game shut-out, but a no-hitter as well!
Prince will be the first to congratulate him with their new handshake: “The Chokeslam”
Wait, what?
Kapler hitting third, playing left, Rivera catching, and Bill Hall at third against the lefty.
And neck size to baby eating ratio.
Who becomes our backup outfielder?
Branyan or Hall? Branyan has played extensively in the OF over his career.
I thought Counsell as well
then I found he has never played OF in his career. I’m sure he could do it, though … the grit factor.
Heh
This batting stance guy is really good.
It's only been like 19ish hours since they pulled him out
I doubt it’s improved that much during such a short period of time. Maybe it’s even gotten worse…
You never know when supermodels are around
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
I know, they're so hard to see when they turn sideways
BCB's "very own marginally deserving all-star!"
Rickie does
a nice caveman though
The Bambi's Bombers won because they played the game like kids! Let's do that again!!!
me like strike out! legs made concrete!
by Braunstalker on Aug 10, 2008 1:20 PM CDT up reply actions
I was looking forward to Dmitri Young hitting a dribbler against CC and seeing all three converging…
Nachos and Dippin Dots!
The Bambi's Bombers won because they played the game like kids! Let's do that again!!!
Bill stealing TheJay's comment about Willie Harris' batting helmet
BCB's "very own marginally deserving all-star!"
I’d like to comment on the people who wear the mini-helmet their cheese fries come in, but I don’t know what to say.
That they are cheese-heads?
Wait, what?
by NoahJ on Aug 10, 2008 2:28 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Too easy
More like they’re a few fries short of a mini-helmet combo meal…
which is too easy too, but I figured I shouldn’t criticize without at least offering another option
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
NO HITTER JINXXXX!!!!
"I wore 37 in Tampa... my brother Marcus wore 37... my brother Sam wore 73... my nieces and nephews wear 37... It's a family thing." McClung
Third time in his career that's happened
First two were in 2006.
BCB's "very own marginally deserving all-star!"
Oh, and one in each of those was intentional
So this is the most patient day of Mike Rivera’s career.
BCB's "very own marginally deserving all-star!"
(in what has been a very patient season, for other reasons)
BCB's "very own marginally deserving all-star!"
Also, he had just two walks all year this year
But thanks to the Undead Jason Kendall, they’ve come in only 51 ABs.
BCB's "very own marginally deserving all-star!"
Rivera has only played in 17 games including today
13 as catcher, two at first base, and the other two I assume he pinch hit in
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
This season, that is
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
yep
there’s only one way to ensure we avoid that:
bring in Mota!
Also, cheese.
by Jeff Sackmann on Aug 10, 2008 2:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Rally Cap Risp
The Bambi's Bombers won because they played the game like kids! Let's do that again!!!
"one hit...
one gd dmn hit?!?”
“You can’t say that on the radio”
“It doesn’t matter, no one is listening”
The Chubber Lang Report is back!!!
C'mon Manny
make Jeff wrong!
The Bambi's Bombers won because they played the game like kids! Let's do that again!!!
he's gonna have a really hard time throwing a shutout.
Also, cheese.
by Jeff Sackmann on Aug 10, 2008 2:55 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't think he has the stamina
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
Manny or Jeff?
The Bambi's Bombers won because they played the game like kids! Let's do that again!!!
Manny
I have complete confidence in Jeff :)
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
I was hoping for the complete game part
The Bambi's Bombers won because they played the game like kids! Let's do that again!!!
I'm not sure how that first homerun was a Yosting...
Our offense’s lone two hits is more of a problem.
Ryan Braun: He loves it.
The Doormans Seats
Pretty cool little charity auction going on at brewerfan.net. The story he tells about Lou and him bantering is pretty entertaining.
That is pretty cool
Too bad I don’t have extra money to spend
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
What are the odds
He sits the bench for another month after today?
"He's been very, very impressive," Yost said. "I mean really impressive. I mean really, really impressive."
What are the odds of the sun rising in the east?
I’m sorry, it’s rude to answer a question with another question.
"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"
as long as we are playing the question game
How did they get Rivera out of the box without breaking the glass?
"He's been very, very impressive," Yost said. "I mean really impressive. I mean really, really impressive."
by MadJimiBrewha on Aug 10, 2008 3:50 PM CDT up reply actions
YES MIKEY!!!!!!!!!!!!
"I wore 37 in Tampa... my brother Marcus wore 37... my brother Sam wore 73... my nieces and nephews wear 37... It's a family thing." McClung
Alright
Now let’s get a win
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
Missing Persons Day at Miller Park
Rivera got the start, Villanueva up in the pen, who’s left?
Riske
He hasn’t play this month
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
Played rather
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
Blockparty
Riske was at the block party. Noticed a date tatooed on his left wrist when he was signing. Here’s your useless Riske trivia.
He has his wifes name (Missy) and the date they got married. 11 – – 03 tattooed on his left wrist.
My guess, if he ever forgot their anniversary he’d be in deep deep trouble.
yeah
since that would mean he’s missing an arm.
Also, cheese.
by Jeff Sackmann on Aug 10, 2008 4:27 PM CDT up reply actions
It's okay
Just have to hold them off another inning.
What a great day for Braun to have off huh?
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
please give him back, kirbir!
Also, cheese.
by Jeff Sackmann on Aug 10, 2008 4:27 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't have the Braun!
And I don’t want him either. Too much disappointment…
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
yes
no way Braun can compete with a couple of trivia-obsessed sabermetricians.
Also, cheese.
by Jeff Sackmann on Aug 10, 2008 4:30 PM CDT up reply actions
You and TheJay
can definitely give him a run for his money.
Brains over Braun right?
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
by kirbir on Aug 10, 2008 4:31 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
very nice!
"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"
Thank you, thank you
I try
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
exactly
well, if nothing else, i’ve probably dated more jews than he has.
Also, cheese.
by Jeff Sackmann on Aug 10, 2008 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions
She's working on his back.
:D
"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"
I do have massage oils...
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
man that pitch is money for Mr. Mustache
by ol Pete on Aug 10, 2008 4:30 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs
tee hee
lefty in the game for prince, nobody warming.
we’ll see, but I wouldn’t want to have a lefty in there for billy.
Also, cheese.
Hart on base
Someone just needs to hit it way back so he can use those fast legs of his to make it home
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
Alright Mikey
Hammer it home
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
five nats pitchers
all have walked at least two
Also, cheese.
by Jeff Sackmann on Aug 10, 2008 4:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Do they have any more relievers?
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
two more
both worked last night
Also, cheese.
by Jeff Sackmann on Aug 10, 2008 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions
BA: "Rivera's been on base five times"
Translation: “Rivera is really tired right now.”
Also, cheese.
Extra translation
“Unless Corey steals third and Rivera hits well here, we’re up for another inning”
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
Load the bases for Counsell, I think he has like a .950 BA with the bases loaded
not actually .950
Coffee is for closers
i thought it was 1.000
it was the last time i checked…and he hit a sac fly that game with bases loaded…so no negs to the BA.
by PagsBrewCrew on Aug 10, 2008 4:54 PM CDT up reply actions
still 1.000
I apologize for sloppy pasting in advance.
G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB K SB CS AVG OBP SLG OPS
Bases Empty 54 91 1 23 4 1 1 1 12 13 0 0 .253 .346 .352 .698
Runners On 53 76 16 15 4 0 0 8 9 14 2 1 .197 .287 .250 .537
RISP 42 40 14 6 3 0 0 8 8 9 1 0 .150 .300 .225 .525
RISP w/2 Outs 27 19 4 3 2 0 0 5 6 5 1 0 .158 .385 .263 .648
Bases Loaded 5 2 2 2 1 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 1.000 .667 1.500 2.167
by PagsBrewCrew on Aug 10, 2008 5:07 PM CDT up reply actions
Hmmm…that too should be read very carefully within context.
"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"
by roguejim on Aug 10, 2008 4:50 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Villy's spot up second
Pinch hit Kendall, or go wild with Sabathia?
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leave in villy
he’s got an inning left if need-be, and he’s not quite sheetsian.
by PagsBrewCrew on Aug 10, 2008 5:02 PM CDT up reply actions
wow
I’m shocked that Ned used a catcher to pinch-hit. Seriously, that’s a big step for him.
Also, cheese.
but now what does he do?
continue to ride the 2/3 with 3BBs guy, or switch to the defensive replacement?
by PagsBrewCrew on Aug 10, 2008 5:08 PM CDT up reply actions
leaving things as-is
has the advantage of a longer delay to pitcher slot batting
by PagsBrewCrew on Aug 10, 2008 5:09 PM CDT up reply actions
This is the game that never ends...
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"
Exactly where I was going with that!
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
That's just weird
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
David Riske is the bullpen's version of Mike Rivera
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If he doesn’t pitch today I am expecting to see him on a milk carton.
by Getting Yosted on Aug 10, 2008 5:14 PM CDT up reply actions
But
Riske is not a myth! I’ve seen him!
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
Riske is like 2 full feet taller than Counsell
by Braunstalker on Aug 10, 2008 5:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Stages are a wonderful thing sometimes
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
That's no stage
He was standing on the grit that accumulates whenever Counsell stands in one place to long.
by Getting Yosted on Aug 10, 2008 5:22 PM CDT up reply actions
I stood in Braun's line the whole time and didn't even get any autographs
I had a spy (read TheJay) go take pictures for me
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
When I first looked at the picture,
I thought, who are those little kids with Counsell and Torres jerseys getting Riske’s autograph?
by Braunstalker on Aug 10, 2008 5:26 PM CDT up reply actions
I found Riske!
Rather, I know who he might be hiding with
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
Not baseball related, I know, but
Chef died, like for serious this time.
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
Gabe Kapler denied him the chance
But I think he’ll be okay with that.
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Ayala
Wearing a tomato on his hand didn’t help him there.
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Way to go Kapler!
"Brett Favre looks like a man in a parking lot playing with boys." - John Madden
"Pujols just unloaded." - Bob Uecker
Kapler's first home run since June 12
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I am sure someone knows
I am usually pleased as punch when they walk 5 times….
by Braunstalker on Aug 10, 2008 5:23 PM CDT up reply actions
Just was going to post that
May 10, 2003, in Cincinnati.
The Brewers record in a game is 15, done twice, first on July 17, 1991 vs. Seattle, and then again on September 15, 1993 vs. the Yankees. Both of those games were home victories, so those fifteen walks came in only eight innings.
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by TheJay on Aug 10, 2008 5:24 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
It's worth noting
On June 20 this season, Orioles hitters walked eleven Brewers in a game.
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Brak: Guess it just ended.
"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"
The last time Kapler had a walk off hit
The Gabe scoring the winning run was traded away 5 minutes later. Anyone know if Kapler has cleared waivers?
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