Game Thread #17a
by battlekow on Apr 25, 2009 8:04 PM CDT
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Huh
I was just thinking about it, decided to wait until after the half inning, and you beat me to it. :-)
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
Jeff Suppan vs. Jason Michaels
Baseball’s Best Matchups, Volume MMDCCLVII.
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and with that mediocre outing
lowers his ERA to this side of infinity.
Gamel heard Hall hit a homer, so he hit one himself
1-2 with the HR and 2 BB. Hitting .397.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Ok, this is a nearly identical situation to Sunday's Suppan usage fail.
Will it happen again?
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
Maybe pitch count and inning
But a 4-4 tie is a lot different than a 3-1 lead.
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Chris Sampson once gave up a double to Ben Sheets
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
As I thoughtfully tagged it on Facebook:
Video proof that it actually happened.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
So, you be the manager in this exceptionally hypothetical situation.
You have Trevor Hoffman returning tomorrow, and you have an interim closer who’s been very effective behind him. How long of a leash do you give the All Time Saves Leader?
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
A relatively long one
I’d like to see that interim closer stay effective more than a couple weeks even if he has to set up the All Time Saves Leader.
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bah, let it be fair
1 1/2 outs for each in the ninth ;-)
He'll get enough to hang himself
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
I think Hoffman deserves to get a long leash
Coffey has not give me huge confidence of being able to get many 1,2,3 innings. I always have the feeling that he could give up 3 runs in a hurry.
true that
i too am waiting for the explosion of coffey, but i like him for now.
by PagsBrewCrew on Apr 25, 2009 8:19 PM CDT up reply actions
He's superheated
Just don’t create any nucleation sites.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
by battlekow on Apr 25, 2009 8:20 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
i think his man-boobs
take care of that already though.
FUUUUUUUCK metal filings as slivers in your thumb hurt like a bitch.
by PagsBrewCrew on Apr 25, 2009 8:21 PM CDT up reply actions
Hoffman can be the closer
as long as Coffey remains the high leverage guy.
Also closing in on one K/3 AB this season.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
Stetter?
This is an interesting strategic decision.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
Ah, Mitch
WTF are you doing?
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
DiFelice, please.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
After Berkman
Baseball insiders know how absolutely awful Mark DiFelice is against lefties, even switch-hitting ones.
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Wow, Berkman sucks this year so far
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
oooh ooooh oooooh
that pitch was way low though
*blink* @ Spongebob/Sir Mix-a-Lot/Burger King mashup
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
That might be my favorite current commercial.
When it comes on in my house, it’s impromptu dance party time.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
by Kyle Lobner on Apr 25, 2009 8:29 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
I really want to rec that...
but I just can’t
What will it be like when you have kids?
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I'm doing my best to avoid it.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
Hopefully using only Jeff Suppan-approved methods
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
It's true.
I pitch terribly in an effort to make sure no one will want to have sex with me.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
by Kyle Lobner on Apr 25, 2009 8:32 PM CDT up reply actions 2 recs
Missing the zone
Still pro-Cameron
by Lake County on Apr 25, 2009 8:32 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
He tries to nail the backdoor
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Appleton quakes with fear
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
McClung's Gameday pic
Who dimmed the lights?
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McClung first pitch strike.
I like it.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
Hey, Son of doing some actual pitching
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
That's only the 13th time Lee's struck out three or more times in a game
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Enter the Towles
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Pudge ejected, Quintero hurt
Are we about to see an emergency catcher?
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
Quintero was DL'd today
J.R. Towles called up.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
And he's there?
I guess if their AAA team was at home, in Round Rock, it’s not a long trip.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
They probably flew him in last night
Just in case Quintero couldn’t go.
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"Just arrived at the ballpark about three innings ago."
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Looks like he woke up in New Orleans this morning.
It’s hard to believe he only got there an hour ago from New Orleans if Quintero woke up and couldn’t raise his arm.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
I can't remember the guy's name
But a reliever for Toronto literally flew to YYZ, took a cab directly to Skydome and came in in the 12th and lost the game vs. Texas this week.
Still pro-Cameron
Darren O'Day
He had to wear Kason Gabbard’s uniform.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Darren O'Day
He was claimed by Texas and had to go straight to the ballpark and pitch in Kason Gabbard’s old uniform with Gabbard’s name on the back and everything.
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and then someone was traded the next day to the redsox
officially Gabbord, but I’m thinking the rangers pulled a fast one and gave O’day to the sox
by PagsBrewCrew on Apr 25, 2009 8:41 PM CDT up reply actions
I can't believe that's really the airport code for Toronto
Uh, random?
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
So Lake County must be a Rush fan, eh?
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Cooper's feigning rage now to keep the attention off Pudge...
… a suspension would be bad for the Astros with Quintero on the DL…
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Apr 25, 2009 8:37 PM CDT up reply actions
not doing a good job
Pudge still screaming his fat head off
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Latroy holding back Pudge looks like a scene from Cocoon.
by rob deer's moustache will destroy us all on Apr 25, 2009 8:36 PM CDT reply actions
Geez
Waited long enough to run Cecil Cooper, I thought things were winding down.
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The thing I don't get is that the strike zone has been big tonight...
… but not inside. I haven’t seen that location get a strike call all night. Outside yes; low strikes yes; but I can’t believe they actually thought they were going to get that call.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Apr 25, 2009 8:38 PM CDT up reply actions
haha I love the replay of it...
Cameron just saunters out of the frame.
He ain't about no hook slide
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
You know...
Cam’s no jackass ala Chuckie, but that’s almost Chuckie Hacks on 2-0 material.
Still pro-Cameron
Uh, why the hell is Hardy bunting?
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Apr 25, 2009 8:40 PM CDT reply actions
I hope they ask Cameron what he thinks of Houston fans again tonight.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Apr 25, 2009 8:42 PM CDT up reply actions
He was at the plate for the whole fiasco with I-Rod's ejection.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
Cameron expressed some displeasure after finding out last night that someone was asking Houston players if they though the play was dirty. Cameron said that is how baseball is played and wasn’t happy that anyone would even think to ask that question in the home clubhouse.He was also upset that when he rose to his feet to leave the field, while Quintero was still sitting, fans booed. They booed loudly and booed all the way until Cameron stepped into the dugout. It was suggested to Cameron by a reporter that Houston fans weren’t the most knowledgeable when it came to baseball or its etiquette.
“Obviously,” Cameron replied.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
I am pro leads
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Stetter'd
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Suppan likes to get ahead in the count before he walks them
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Bases loaded Billy...
… just get it to the outfield.
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Apr 25, 2009 8:43 PM CDT reply actions
What did he say?
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Nice
but I wondered if Prince could score on that. He is huge.
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Yay
At least I got to see them take the lead before the thunderstorms roll in and take away my picture.
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That should count as a grand slam for Kendall
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
I thought for sure he was about to break out of his career-long power slump
by keephopealive on Apr 25, 2009 8:46 PM CDT up reply actions
His only Brewers HR was in Houston.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Here's a nice time for Brad Nelson's first hit of 2009.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
Once again
If he gets a hit, he gets a helmet that fits.
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not swinging at that first one he won't...
by PagsBrewCrew on Apr 25, 2009 8:46 PM CDT up reply actions
sure brad...
swing at two out of the f*cking zone, then let one go by down the pipe
by PagsBrewCrew on Apr 25, 2009 8:48 PM CDT up reply actions
He was too rusty
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Four plate appearances in ten days, so it's possible.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
You are now limited to one comment every third game.
And we will use that single comment to evaluate whether or not you’re effective, so it had better be something better than a fat man throwing a hot pocket. :-)
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
by Kyle Lobner on Apr 25, 2009 8:50 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
love how they showed the espresso picking his nose lol
"At least we still have math on our side" - Ned Yost
sell that booger on ebay
while it’s worth something
by PagsBrewCrew on Apr 25, 2009 8:50 PM CDT up reply actions
I will be doing that all dam night
stupid rain and wind is playing havoc on the smoker… Rains every darn weekend it seems. 84 yesterday, and 44, 24 hrs later.
So McClung didn't throw a single ball
I wonder if that’s ever happened before.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Twice
Back to back days at Wrigley in 2007.
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Coffey in now?
Two-inning save…?
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
It's his last day in the role, so he might as well.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
Just because he's not going to be closing doesn't mean he's not going to be pitching...
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
That Pence at-bat
How can one swing so hard and barely roll it past the mound?!?
I don't think you can really hold a bloop ground-rule double against Coffey.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Really, all he's given up is a pop up that fell in and one single.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
And now an infield single, too.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
Gentlemen and ladies
How’s it going? Just got done watching the draft. Some conclusions/theories before I get to the game…
- If a guy taken in the first 10 picks cries, he will be a bust (see Cedric Benson)
- The Packers did not draft a pass rusher yet.
- Marshall Faulk does not pay attention to the NFL
Anyway, back to the game
6-5 Lead. That works for now
KL… Kendall 1-13 throwing out baserunners at this moment. Any value now?
"That's not a weird stat. Rickie is a run-scorer," Yost said. "It doesn't matter. It doesn't matter," Yost told reporters. "See, you guys have no concept. He's a run-scorer. So there's nothing weird about it. That's what he does."
ned's no longer around to give kendall pointers
and he’s forgotten all he knows.
by PagsBrewCrew on Apr 25, 2009 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions
Seems like he's been close on a lot of them
Kendall, that is.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Do they call close ones out?
"That's not a weird stat. Rickie is a run-scorer," Yost said. "It doesn't matter. It doesn't matter," Yost told reporters. "See, you guys have no concept. He's a run-scorer. So there's nothing weird about it. That's what he does."
Because if they do
then yes, he isn’t the worst position player on the team. Otherwise…
"That's not a weird stat. Rickie is a run-scorer," Yost said. "It doesn't matter. It doesn't matter," Yost told reporters. "See, you guys have no concept. He's a run-scorer. So there's nothing weird about it. That's what he does."
I can recall at least three that were simply a bit high
Not a matter of slow reaction time, so give it a month.
Still pro-Cameron
It's April 25th
you think 5 more days is going to make a difference in Jason Kendall’s value?
"That's not a weird stat. Rickie is a run-scorer," Yost said. "It doesn't matter. It doesn't matter," Yost told reporters. "See, you guys have no concept. He's a run-scorer. So there's nothing weird about it. That's what he does."
month can also mean 30 day period
starting at any point
by PagsBrewCrew on Apr 25, 2009 9:04 PM CDT up reply actions
Uh, Jason Kendal is terrible
Everyone knows that. Who are you arguing with?
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
I'm just expressing my disappointment that he's our main catcher
I think as a fan, I’m allowed that
"That's not a weird stat. Rickie is a run-scorer," Yost said. "It doesn't matter. It doesn't matter," Yost told reporters. "See, you guys have no concept. He's a run-scorer. So there's nothing weird about it. That's what he does."
"- The Packers did not draft a pass rusher yet."
Disagree, though I suppose it depends on what you mean by “pass rusher.”
by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Apr 25, 2009 9:42 PM CDT up reply actions
Fuck
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
At least the heart of the order is coming up
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Huh
Someone who’s actually seeing it can correct me if I’m wrong, but it really seems like a caught pop-up or a better play on the infield single saves that inning.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
I don't think a better play on the infield single would've mattered
Coffey being a yard taller, however…
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2 hits to left
were just lucky with where they landed, nothing Brain could have done
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well...itd be nice
if we got that run earlier in the game when hart got hit on the braun line drive
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Flag Up
is gonna be disappointed he left so soon to baste….
Ok, seriously.
It’s a little premature for comments like that.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
Man, so close
Still, nice.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
yes
like a roller skating rink with a mound in the middle
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by molitorfan on Apr 25, 2009 9:10 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Alright, it's Macha Machination time
Bunt Braun so Hart gets to third and Fielder can SF him in.
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Nah, squeeze with Fielder
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Now Braun just has to not hit Hart with the ball
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Come on Crew
I don’t want to see Velverde’s cocky victory dance
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If Braun makes an out, I have Hart try to steal third
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Nice baserunning, Corey
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Fuck, 0-2
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Gone!
Prince! What the fuck!
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
It was a low liner
I was wondering whether it was gonna be fair, not whether it was gonna be out.,
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
That was like McGwire's 62nd
Just weird.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
I love it
when Braun and Prince are hot. So much easier to watch the Crew.
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YES!!!
"That's not a weird stat. Rickie is a run-scorer," Yost said. "It doesn't matter. It doesn't matter," Yost told reporters. "See, you guys have no concept. He's a run-scorer. So there's nothing weird about it. That's what he does."
Thats what she said
"That's not a weird stat. Rickie is a run-scorer," Yost said. "It doesn't matter. It doesn't matter," Yost told reporters. "See, you guys have no concept. He's a run-scorer. So there's nothing weird about it. That's what he does."
I can haz Badger Mutual insurance runs?
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Finally a splitter
He throws that to Prince, he gets a K.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
if it was a roller coaster, the girl behind me would be covered in vomit
by sowingwildoats on Apr 25, 2009 9:23 PM CDT up reply actions
That's not a girl.
That’s Todd Coffey.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Macha's painted himself in a corner
He can’t make an odd double-switch involving Hardy because he used Counsell. He can’t switch out Cameron because you don’t take out a Gold Glover, and the two big sluggers are above him in the lineup.
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I don't think double-switching Duffy in for Cameron would be that weird
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
And...CV does not look sharp
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Berkman's knees are effed
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Wow
You are so fucking kidding me.
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Macha'd Using Villy in the 9th
Don’t you know it’s freezing outside. I can’t imagine a 4th straight crooked # will ensue with another smoker visit.
Hall probably should've let Hardy take that
BCB, the preferred above replacement level sarcasm supplier.
New game thread coming up if this goes to 10
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
I've got it covered.
"The reports are that he is getting better. The definition of better is nebulous."
Sigh
HBP, SH, F8, E5, PB, IBB…K, hopefully
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Finally
"I didn't realize his velocity was that high," said Macha, noting that radar readings aren't flashed during exhibition games.
Closer than I thought
Towles is fast for a catcher.
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