Game 118 Open Thread - Twins (65-51) at Royals (53-64)
by Freneau on Aug 10, 2008 1:00 PM EDT
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Anti-Sweeeeeeeeeep!
"Do it for Ho-Ram," I say quietly to myself, wiping the first tear from my eye. "Do it for Ho-Ram boys, it's what he would have wanted."
Your pitching tussle is Scott Baker (3.86 ERA) versus The Epic (4.17 ERA).
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Banny being Banny.
How will we deal with the loss of H. Ramirez?
And why didn’t we get a power hitting prospect???????????????
This is just my opinion. I could easily be wrong.
As bad as the HR/AB rate of his acquirees has been, I'm still more coabout DMGM's ageing rate
at this rate, by the time the Royals are ready to contend he’ll be in a nursing home. And, no, this isn’t a comment on his program.
Compare:
Now I’m just impressed that Allard survied.
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 1:25 PM EDT up reply actions
The rumor from the Seattle paper's blog is that he stopped using Grecian Formula
But this has not yet been confirmed.
This is just my opinion. I could easily be wrong.
by Scott McKinney on Aug 10, 2008 1:29 PM EDT up reply actions
The more I look at those pictures, the more weirded out I am
Are those even the same guys? It’s not just the hair, the nose is different, too.
Maybe it’s time for an internet break.
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 1:31 PM EDT up reply actions
I think the lighting affects things significantly
This is just my opinion. I could easily be wrong.
by Scott McKinney on Aug 10, 2008 1:35 PM EDT up reply actions
it should have been a 3-team deal
cards/rockies/royals
we give up HoRam and get back Pujols and Holiday.
anything less is a terrible move
by royalstern05 on Aug 10, 2008 1:29 PM EDT up reply actions
If Moore actually valued power, he would have done it
This is just my opinion. I could easily be wrong.
by Scott McKinney on Aug 10, 2008 1:30 PM EDT up reply actions
maybe if KC had some actual SCOUTS they wouldn't have to trade for Pujols in the first place
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
I think you should apply for a scouting job in the Royals organization
I’m sure they could use your scouting insight.
This is just my opinion. I could easily be wrong.
by Scott McKinney on Aug 10, 2008 1:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Well ya considering he played in their freakin backyard seems like they were all over it.
If you can’t consider that a mistake then you need to take off the blue glasses.
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
Do you know what round Pujols was drafted in?
Every MLB team passed on him multiple times. Every team made that mistake. But really, you should market yourself as the power hitting scout that the Royals desperately need. You never would have missed Pujols.
This is just my opinion. I could easily be wrong.
by Scott McKinney on Aug 10, 2008 1:42 PM EDT up reply actions
13th round
I understand that every team passed on him but only two play in the same state. The other organization that we all hate drafted him I would be interesting to see where KC had him on the draft board. You are freakin idiot by the way whose constant drawl about how this organizatio never makes mistakes grows extremely old. I think St Louis should put you as head of their minor league development. That way Pujols would’ve been called up by about 2004 don’t wanna rush him you know.
Your constant questioning of every one on here gets WAY OLD.
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
Of course they make mistakes
But you’re acting like only the Royals missed on Pujols. And as far as your complaints about me? Who cares?
This is just my opinion. I could easily be wrong.
by Scott McKinney on Aug 10, 2008 1:51 PM EDT up reply actions
They did miss on him I was only reacting to this comment
we give up HoRam and get back Pujols and Holiday.I know everyone missed on him but it is a bigger whiff when he plays in the same local area. I just find it funny that people mock others on here when KC should be mocked for not taking the local guy in the first place.
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
I reject the notion that a team should always know how good the guys in their local area will turn out to be
I think if every organization in baseball watched Pujols at that prep school in every game he played, they still wouldn’t have drafted him in the first 10 rounds. No one saw this coming. I don’t think more and better scouting of him would have seen it coming. They missed. Everyone missed. And, of course, those scouts are not the same scouts that are currently in the organization for the most part. There’s been a lot of water under the bridge since then, and a lot of personnel changes. But the Royals front office completely sucks so they do everything wrong. I get it.
This is just my opinion. I could easily be wrong.
by Scott McKinney on Aug 10, 2008 1:59 PM EDT up reply actions
BTW, just take it like a man
You don’t have to lash out with the “freakin idiot” and similar BS routine.
This is just my opinion. I could easily be wrong.
by Scott McKinney on Aug 10, 2008 1:52 PM EDT up reply actions
It grows old
watchin everyone trash on the other not so sabermetric fans in here for questioning the FO judgement. I think all the fans in here are justified by their opinions. The past FO made so many blunders for so long that the fans in here are justified by the judgement of the new crew.
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
I Sat Next
To a Royals scout at a Peninsula Oilers game 5 or 6 years ago; he certainly was Christian.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:00 PM EDT up reply actions
??? I don't get it
Non sequitur? Sorry, phil, just tell me what’s up
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:05 PM EDT up reply actions
That Was Intentional
I wasn’t that impressed with him, and he wore his religion on his sleeve. He gave me his card, but I lost it.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:08 PM EDT up reply actions
There goes your shot to DH in Burlington!
what is scout “turnover” like? Anyone? When DMGM came in, did the actual scouts change significantly? What is typical? I assume the Ricciardi thing (when he came into Toronto, he fired a lot of scouts as part of a housecleaning that was applauded by sabremetric-types at the time, if I remember rightly) is not the norm.
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Isn't Scouting Moore's
Field of expertise?
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:14 PM EDT up reply actions
I question the FO judgement on a lot of things
But when I disagree with someone, I’m going to share my opinion.
The past FO made so many blunders for so long that the fans in here are justified by the judgement of the new crew.
That is such an odd statement. The “new crew” should be evaluated based on what they have done and haven’t done (which is a very mixed record). What past FO personnel have done should have no bearing on evaluating the current FO. It does have a bearing on the mental/emotional state of some Royals fans who react out of frustration, not sound analysis. It sounds like you’re saying that since past FO’s have been bad, then it’s ok to assume this one is screwing up all the time too.
This is just my opinion. I could easily be wrong.
by Scott McKinney on Aug 10, 2008 2:01 PM EDT up reply actions
Glass in the end is in control of the FO
and therefore any judgement on this organization is valid.
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
Oh please
I think the current FO should be blamed for what happened in the 80’s and 90’s as well.
That makes a lot of sense.This is just my opinion. I could easily be wrong.
by Scott McKinney on Aug 10, 2008 7:49 PM EDT up reply actions
stop kicking me when i'm down
i’m going to miss HoRam and i’m feeling very lonely without him!!
by royalstern05 on Aug 10, 2008 1:32 PM EDT up reply actions
Why Sell Low?
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Wilmington Blue Rocks Relay team
Dyson-Orlando-Ortiz-Robinson all they need is the pitcher to throw alot of strike three wild pitches and they will kill it on the basepaths.
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
We got ourselves a lineup boys;
M Aviles SS 0 0 0 0 0 0 .343
M Maier CF 0 0 0 0 0 0 .306
M Teahen RF 0 0 0 0 0 0 .248
J Guillen LF 0 0 0 0 0 0 .259
B Butler DH 0 0 0 0 0 0 .270
A Gordon 3B 0 0 0 0 0 0 .258
R Gload 1B 0 0 0 0 0 0 .273
J Buck C 0 0 0 0 0 0 .234
J Smith 2B 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000
the epitome of suckitude
I've seen worse.
Although Maier hitting 2nd is slightly puzzling. It seems people who hit 9th are easily switchable with the 2nd hitter to Trey.
Banny being Banny.
I guess the question is "who else?"
Not to beat it into the ground (especially with ALL CAPS), but ALEX GORDON IS THE BEST HITTER AGAINST RIGHTIES IN THAT LINEUP, WHY IS HE HITTING 6TH? Even second would be better than that. He’s OBPing .380 against righties and he’s hitting behind Guillen and Butler, who are OBPing less than .300 against them (Guillen is under .300 OBP overall)?
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 1:58 PM EDT up reply actions
At Least Flip
Gordon and Teahen.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:11 PM EDT up reply actions
THE RETURN OF THE GLOAD EXPLOSION!!!!!
i felt empty without him in the line-up last night.
where tpj happens.
Our Long National
Nightmare is over.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:10 PM EDT up reply actions
DDJ
still faking his injury
I presumeOMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
Hives Are Hard
To shake, especially when you’re a baby.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:12 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
he's not faking anything...he's just 'unlucky' when it comes to injuries...
ask NYRoyal
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:14 PM EDT up reply actions
Of course he's faking
he
probably doesn't even like baseball.This is just my opinion. I could easily be wrong.
by Scott McKinney on Aug 10, 2008 2:20 PM EDT up reply actions
thats more realistic than saying he's unlucky...
most likely is that he’s just very fragile
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:23 PM EDT up reply actions
Luck and fragility both are relevant here
And faking it isn’t. Not at all. Unless you have some evidence that he’s been faking?
This is just my opinion. I could easily be wrong.
by Scott McKinney on Aug 10, 2008 7:50 PM EDT up reply actions
i cant believe 4 major league teams have paid jason smith to play baseball
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:14 PM EDT reply actions
I'd Give Him
Ten dollars to quit.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:16 PM EDT up reply actions
LOL at Gardy
finally figures out that Gomez doesn’t OBP well enough to lead off…
...and replaces him with Denard Span.
BEST MANAGER IN BASEBALL
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
and yes I realize Span's OBP is over 400 this year
but he never came close in the minors and it’s BA fueled
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Better than Hillman, who continues to bat his best hitter in the leadoff spot,
instead of you know the #3 spot.
I refuse to set up a signature....DAMMIT
he's trying to get aviles enough plate appearances to win the batting title...
kidding.
where tpj happens.
by blue bandwagon on Aug 10, 2008 2:18 PM EDT up reply actions
True
Although the best hitter against righties is Gordon…
...who’s hitting 6th
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Not just aviles though
Back when DDJ was raking, he hit leadoff constantly too
I refuse to set up a signature....DAMMIT
Hitting the best guy at the top isn't so bad, though
especially when he has a decent OBP like DDJ
(Aviles, on the other hand, is more of a slugger than a on-base guy, as we’ll all discover once the singles stop falling at the current miraculous rate—not putting him down, I just don’t think he’s going to keep hitting over .320)
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:20 PM EDT up reply actions
I haven't really looked at the numbers
but I really like Span. Whenever I’ve seen him play he just gets it done…it probably won’t continue like this but you can at least say that he is a damn good defensive outfielder.
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 2:18 PM EDT up reply actions
I Smell Grit
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Maybe
he’s a
rich-man's Mitch MaierOMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:21 PM EDT up reply actions
no...
but he did get him out
where tpj happens.
by blue bandwagon on Aug 10, 2008 2:18 PM EDT up reply actions
sweet play mitch...
treys fundamentals preaching didnt teach maier how to go back on a fly ball
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:18 PM EDT reply actions
At Least He
Caught it.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Uber-efficient Meche today
144-pitch perfect game pace!
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
better than normal...
meche has been a stud lately, though so i will continue to direct my ire at the great ross gload
where tpj happens.
by blue bandwagon on Aug 10, 2008 2:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Not mocking him
Just laughing about his usual 283+ “pace”
Gil’s been a machine, although I can see him getting shafted by a bunch of lucky singles from the slappy Twins today.
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:22 PM EDT up reply actions
He Hit 95
On the gun on that called third strike.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:21 PM EDT up reply actions
we cant even get a quick 1-2-3 inning
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:20 PM EDT reply actions
Heaven forbid German get three starts in a row
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:23 PM EDT up reply actions
He didn't get to take any
They were busy using his face for the “generic white guy” picture in MLB 2K9
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:24 PM EDT up reply actions
And Taking Fly
Balls.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions
teahen batting 3rd just blows my mind
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:24 PM EDT reply actions
he must give great blow jobs
because he really sucks!
by GobbleforCyoung on Aug 10, 2008 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Is Gator Hurt
Or just nailed to the end of the bench?
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
He's hurt, I think
Hence MITCH
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:25 PM EDT up reply actions
rehab in omaha currently i think
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Paaaaaaaaaaaulo Orlando
Isn’t it a bit of a move back to the 1970s Royals to bring in more track stars
Morneau's good
but I don’t get the mini-Bonds treatment he’s getting from pitchers this year
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Another 95 MPH
Heater to K Kubel, though.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Good
everyone (not just KC) is doing it to Morneau this year, Gleeman sort of documented it. Of course, Delmon comes through with the #1 overall double play ball
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:33 PM EDT up reply actions
is that better than our #2 overall booting of ground balls?
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Um, I guess you got me
Gordon screwing up grounders sucks… I guess i still think making 2 outs is better than giving up 1.
I think Gordon’s the better player (harder position, better hitter)
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions
giving them a free baserunner is worse than a DP with a runner on 1st and 1 out
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:43 PM EDT up reply actions
giving them 5 like gordo has done in the past week is worse than anything anyone else can do
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:43 PM EDT up reply actions
Gordon = worst player on the Royals
got it
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions
didnt say that...
but booting 5 balls in a week is worse than anything pena ever did
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions
The Sox Paid
That was a deal breaker.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:30 PM EDT up reply actions
btw - i liike this new zack greinke persona as a tough guy!!!
he was ready to rumble with delmon young last night!
i love it!
its all fine and good until someone takes him up on it...
and crushes him
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:31 PM EDT up reply actions
i don't know - he is reknowned for being very athletic . . . .
i think he could probably handle himself pretty well in a rumble . . . .
he’d be like brick tamland with the trident.
by royalstern05 on Aug 10, 2008 2:33 PM EDT up reply actions
really?...zack versus delmon young?...delmon is a monster
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Zack can throw his glove
to stop the path of Delmon’s thrown bat
The only thing more dangerous than Delmon Young’s flying bat is..
Mike Sweeney’s flying batting helmet
how do we always make scott baker look like an all-star?
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 2:36 PM EDT reply actions
they were talking about it earlier...he
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:37 PM EDT up reply actions
's destroying the entire AL Central this year
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:37 PM EDT up reply actions
+1
The Royals don’t hit well, but Baker is a good pitcher, for real, this year
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:37 PM EDT up reply actions
aviles...get away from davey....
its contagious….davey always used to sit next to sweeney
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:37 PM EDT reply actions
and missing 92mph fastballs
fuck.
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 2:38 PM EDT up reply actions
agreed...good hitters don't usually miss that pitch though
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions
everyone does at times
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions
as long as the opposing pitcher has thrown more pitches than the epic
we’ve done our job.
by royalstern05 on Aug 10, 2008 2:40 PM EDT up reply actions
bakers pitch count is higher than Gils
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:39 PM EDT reply actions
someone notify the church a miracle is in progress
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 2:40 PM EDT up reply actions
wait did ross gload hit a homrerun?
i must have missed it
by GobbleforCyoung on Aug 10, 2008 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions
i can't see real well...is that cy young pitching for the twins again?
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 2:40 PM EDT reply actions
nah...livan's in the bullpen
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions
ah the patron saint of 82mph fastballs
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions
if the twins played us 162 games a year
all of their starters would win at least 28 games.
including brad radke, jack morris and bert blyleven.
and kirby puckett would....oh wait
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions
We're Getting Some
Horrible swings against this guy.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
Was Gaetti The
Last real 3B the Twins had?
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions
coskie was very good for a couple years i think
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah...koskie
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions
career 113 ops+
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions
I liked Koskie, too
couldn’t hit lefties, but that’s true of a lot of left-handed hitters. Koskie was underrated. Sucks to end a career because of confussions (that was why, right?)
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions
dont remember...it wasnt because he couldnt play
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:48 PM EDT up reply actions
I remember laughing with guys over who would hit into more DPs in Toronto
him or Shea Hillenbrand
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:48 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm Waiting For
Voodoo night.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions
That's Every Night.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions
mike lamb, brian busher, and adam everett???
and we think our lineup is bad.
first place lineup right there
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions
nice chiefs reference
how about this one . . . .
herm edwards has TODS (touch of downe sydrome).
by royalstern05 on Aug 10, 2008 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Another walk to an absolutely horrible hitter
That is how you let the twins dominate you, putting on absolutely horrible hitters for free.
winning records follow good bullpens
You have to admit
It’s a real challenge walking a Twins’ hitter
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:48 PM EDT up reply actions
There is not a chance in hell that walk doesn't score
winning records follow good bullpens
same shit, different day it looks like
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 2:46 PM EDT reply actions
At least Sluggerrr is having a good time
Not watching the game, that must be why.
Banny being Banny.
we should bring the infield in
b/c if we have to score more than 1 run against baker we’re going to lose.
There you fucking go
Walk Mike .237 Lamb and it turns into a run. Good god
winning records follow good bullpens
I don’t understand why we continue to overuse curves to LH batters from our RHPs. Let’s utilize the 2-seam and the change more. Against the RH batters let’s use the curve/slider type of pitch. We’re overshowing curves to LH hitters. It should be a surprise pitch. Let’s use the cutter inside to the LH and the 2 seam away. Then change away as well.
Don't forget to send your broken maples to the US Forest Service.
makes too much sense, won't happen
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 2:49 PM EDT up reply actions
For all the credit Buck recieves, he struggles with logic at times.
Don't forget to send your broken maples to the US Forest Service.
Shake Him Off
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:51 PM EDT up reply actions
really?
delmon young is better than jose
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions
God I hate the Twins less talent than most of KC and just hand their asses to them constantly
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
We don't play smart baseball against them.
See: Greinke walking Adam Everett when he was trying to BUNT last night.
See: Meche walking Mike Lamb to lead off an inning today when he’s absolutely awful.
winning records follow good bullpens
ehh....they have better talent at nearly every position on the field
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:49 PM EDT up reply actions
not at 3b, ss, lf
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 2:50 PM EDT up reply actions
+1
Can’t believe I forgot about AVILANCHE
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions
I would say KC has more talent
but Minnesota maximizes the talent each individual player has.
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
fun little game....
mauer 1st rd pick twins
morneau 3rd rd pick twins
cuddyer 1st round pick twins
span 1st round pick twins
scott baker 2nd round pick twins….
then i got bored…this is why the twins can win with a low payroll and we cant
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:57 PM EDT up reply actions
Don't Question the FO ability to draft people
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
The Baker pick is sort of the most impressive out of all those listed
off the top of my head. a 1st rounder turning into a starter isn’t that amazing. Baker’s a legit good pitcher
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 3:12 PM EDT up reply actions
mauer is a legit good catcher....morneau...etc
the guys we have that we drafted…arent good
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 3:14 PM EDT up reply actions
mitch maier 1st round pick royals...
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 3:14 PM EDT up reply actions
you are right
about the guys in the former regime, but the book isn’t out on any of Dayton’s draft picks yet so let’s hope that he is more like the Twins FO in drafting.
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 3:15 PM EDT up reply actions
i agree with that...not really judging dayton at a ll...
judging our organization over hte past 15 yeras and why we suck and the twins dont
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 3:17 PM EDT up reply actions
Don't know how I came off there
but I was trying to agree with you. Mauer’s a stud. Morneau’s a stud. Cuddyer’s serviceable. All I meant was that whlie the Royals first-rounders have been pretty bad (although the last few years have produced—Butler, Gordon, Greinke, Hochevar), it’s the later rounds where, at least pre-DMGM, where they failed to find almost anyone, e.g., Baker, who could help the team
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 3:16 PM EDT up reply actions
+1
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 3:18 PM EDT up reply actions
but that is complete luck...
they knew he’d sign for $1000 so they picked him
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 3:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Kila!
Was another $1000 guy?
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 3:20 PM EDT up reply actions
it really is sad
to know what the organization was doing in the draft for years. It is no secret why turning this organization around is going to be so difficult.
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 3:21 PM EDT up reply actions
it really is unbelievable...
that glass is such a good businessman, but wouldnt spend a million a year to sign legit draft picks….when all he has to do is get 1 every 10 years to turn into a decent mlber to make it worth it
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 3:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Cheaper just to do enough to keep the franchise afloat
and keep the profit-sharing $s rolling in from his best fried Bud
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 4:05 PM EDT up reply actions
delmon young is better than guillen
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions
sadly have to agree with that
with DDJ out, the Royals only have the advantage at 1B and 3B (yeah, I’d trade Guillen for Kubel)
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Gload To Smith
For the out; I feel a bit queasy.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
Can I help you?
No thanks. Just looking.
Don't forget to send your broken maples to the US Forest Service.
punto hitting .230 as a left and over .300 as a righty....
wouldn’t you just stop switch hitting at some point?
Sac bunt in the 3rd.
Somewhere a cardinals fan just stood up and cheered
I refuse to set up a signature....DAMMIT
Span's GRIT Factor
Just ticked up a notch.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Maybe the Orlando kid we just got will turn into a Denard Span.
Don't forget to send your broken maples to the US Forest Service.
I Wouldn't Complain
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:53 PM EDT up reply actions
and was promptly punched by a royals fan
for 1, being a cardinals fan…for 2, loving the early inning sac bunt…and for 3, our team can’t fucking get down sac bunts
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Is meche really pitching around Mauer?
Or can he just not throw strikes?
winning records follow good bullpens
the nibbler
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 2:54 PM EDT up reply actions
You Carry The
Extra out to the next inning, I believe.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:55 PM EDT up reply actions
And it all started... with a walk to mike lamb
Play stupid against the twins ,they will beat you
winning records follow good bullpens
Meche just can't find the zone right now
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 2:55 PM EDT reply actions
He Could Find
It, alright, but these two LH bats would probably find the ball.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 2:56 PM EDT up reply actions
2-0 pitch looked good to me
winning records follow good bullpens
Meche can't pitch to people whose names start with
M.
Mauer
Morneau
Mike Lamb….
I refuse to set up a signature....DAMMIT
ar eyou fucking kidding me
winning records follow good bullpens
GOD this team looks like SHIT
winning records follow good bullpens
PItching out of the possible granny: SMARTBALL
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
Hey Ump
how can a RHP throw a pitch that lands inside on a LHB without it passing over the plate at any point?
Before I forget...
Please remember that Meche has NEVER won 5 consecutive games
I refuse to set up a signature....DAMMIT
his career win streaks are kind of irrelavent
when you’ve pitched for the Mariners and Royals (especially us)
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 2:59 PM EDT up reply actions
hey kids....that's how NOT to catch a pop up
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 2:58 PM EDT reply actions
How many runs have we legitimately just given the twins this series?
it’s insane. we keep walking their shitty hitters, giving their good hitters opportunities to drive them in. over. and over. the level of ineptness by the pitching staff is incredible
winning records follow good bullpens
Glad he caught that with his glove and not his face.
Don't forget to send your broken maples to the US Forest Service.
not august of 08 defense?
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 3:03 PM EDT up reply actions
Getting out of that only giving up only 2 runs is impressive
in its own, quite unimpressive way
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
Banny Taught Him
To induce the foul popup.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:00 PM EDT up reply actions
you hate america...
dont you know you are supposed to be watching the olympics
where tpj happens.
by blue bandwagon on Aug 10, 2008 2:59 PM EDT up reply actions
The Rams Are
Mounting a furious comeback against the Titans.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
Guys I want to apologize
5 days ago I posted on a Chiefs forum, and on my poker forum, that I thought the Royals were turning things around, and I could start to see the nucleus of a good team.
I immediately realized my mistake and tried to apologize to the gods. But to no avail.
Cue 4, now sure to be 5 game losing streak. I made a bet two games ago for even money that the Royals would lose 4 or 5 of their next 5. Just to try to reverse jinx it. But sadly I think I’m a lock to win that bet now.
I also went to see the Royals in Anaheim for game one of the 7-game losing skid this summer. In 2003 I got direct ticket the day that magical season started to crumble.
In 2004 I got direct ticket when they were 4-2.
I will kill myself now, for the good of my beloved Royals.
You Bastard!
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:03 PM EDT up reply actions
Maybe Baker will acutally perfect game us this time
Offense looks so bad. I was at the game last night, just from watching the AB’s you knew we had no chance from the first inning on. Absolutely awful.
winning records follow good bullpens
meche's strategy that inning
was to not allow mauer or morneau the satisfaction of getting hits . . .
much like blocking a shot on its way down – goaltending – opposing team gets the points – but the player doesn’t get the psychological satisfaction of scoring . . . . thus negating the “heating-up” factor.
Good call
after an inning like that Gil really should look into the Twins’ dugout and point to his head
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 3:03 PM EDT up reply actions
I Am Impressed
That we’re only down 2.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:04 PM EDT up reply actions
for some reason barnett's job seems safe....incompetence
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 3:04 PM EDT up reply actions
he converted when our team stopped hitting him...
increase his job security
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions
I yelled "we got a hit!" to Porcus,
and he said “YAY!”
I said, “It was Jason Smith,” and he said
“AAAUUUGHHH.”
Pretty well sums up my feelings about Jason “All-Star” Smith.
Wait, you and your brother are living in the world of "Peanuts?"
Good grief.
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Gotta wait 'til after this AB to say
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 3:07 PM EDT up reply actions
if we were going to have a no hit good field shortstop....
everett was out there for basically free this offseason
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 3:07 PM EDT reply actions
he's at least a good fielder
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 3:07 PM EDT up reply actions
ryan just compared scott baker to soria....that's how bad our hitters are
adam everett can suck it
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 3:07 PM EDT reply actions
When even avilanche can't' come through you know its gona be a long day
winning records follow good bullpens
Adam Everett
is killing us with his defense. And to think, the Astros moved him to get that SS they have now. What’s his name? Miguel Tejada?
They messed that up.AE has made some incredible plays this series. The no look throws off in between strides. I don’t know if half the SS’s in the MLs can do that.
Don't forget to send your broken maples to the US Forest Service.
Adam Everett
The gold glove defensive ss that can’t hit… this is the model of what TPJ should be, but isn’t.
TPJ Can't Hit
Off a tee.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:12 PM EDT up reply actions
It Goes All
The way back to the KC A’s.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:11 PM EDT up reply actions
What do you think Dayton would be willing to give up for a toolsy high-school #1 Delmon Young, RR?
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 3:11 PM EDT up reply actions
You know he dreams of an OF like Span, Gomez, and Delmon
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 3:11 PM EDT up reply actions
I hate Aviles
On one hand I can actually get legitamitly excited whenever he is at bat.
On the other hand, that just makes it all the worse when he doesn’t come through.
I refuse to set up a signature....DAMMIT
the man got robbed
winning records follow good bullpens
That’s what fans of teams that have a chance feel everyday…. my wife is a cardinals fan (I know, I’m a traitor) and she’s upset they are 11 games over .500. To be 11 over and frustrated with your team has become a dream of mine….
Don't forget to send your broken maples to the US Forest Service.
He and Callaspo could be each other's sponsor
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 3:14 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm not sure how you like your managers
but Tony LaRussa is as old school as they come. Dave Duncan is the real key to his success IMO, LaRussa is so forward thinking that he bats the picher in the 8 hole, what a joke.
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 3:16 PM EDT up reply actions
getting closer...
67
where tpj happens.
by blue bandwagon on Aug 10, 2008 3:12 PM EDT up reply actions
That's Brandon Webb-esque for Gil
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 3:13 PM EDT up reply actions
He'll finish this game with a quality start and no run support.
Don't forget to send your broken maples to the US Forest Service.
Don't look now
But we are again in last place with a loss today.
its pretty simple why we get such bad losing streaks
becuase when meche and greinke cant get a win, do you honestly expect bannister, davies or hochevar to bail us out???
bannister will give up 5 walks and 5 runs in 5 nnings
hochevar will give up 10 hits and the usual 5 runs in 6 innings
and davies will go his typical 4.1 innings giving up 3 runs
by GobbleforCyoung on Aug 10, 2008 3:15 PM EDT reply actions
Maier shuts us all up with his
line-drive single.Don't forget to send your broken maples to the US Forest Service.
Mitch is great at
convincing opposing players to not wear their sunglasses while looking up into the sun
Big league single
winning records follow good bullpens
Why is teahen in the lineup
winning records follow good bullpens
For huge blasting shots like that
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
He's A Big
LH batter; he looks good.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:17 PM EDT up reply actions
he looks very much like a baseball player
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 3:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Trade him for a 22 yr A+ player with some speed who could project power.
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
because he's 3 for 9 in the series going into today
why hes in the 3 hole, tho, I can’t tell you.
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 3:18 PM EDT up reply actions
absolute garbage of a player
horrible just horrible
by GobbleforCyoung on Aug 10, 2008 3:17 PM EDT reply actions
Remember when Guillen had his average around .290?
That was nice
I refuse to set up a signature....DAMMIT
All he has to do to be a league average corner OF
is OPS about 1200 the rest of the way!
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 3:20 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah and then he turned on the "i suck" autopilot switch
to get his obp under. .290
by GobbleforCyoung on Aug 10, 2008 3:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Went to the Friday game
and Billy’s swing is even more impressive in person than on TV. I was just absolutely in awe. Did an incredible job of staying back on the ball but still hitting line drives.
Don't forget to send your broken maples to the US Forest Service.
Damnit
we are hitting a few balls hard they are just right at people, we are going to break through in the next couple innings (I hope).
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 3:20 PM EDT reply actions
Good inning boys, don't strain yourselves
winning records follow good bullpens
high 5's all around
you actually had a baserunner
by GobbleforCyoung on Aug 10, 2008 3:21 PM EDT reply actions
Meche should go 1-2-4 this inning and get us back up to hit quickly.
Don't forget to send your broken maples to the US Forest Service.
Twins fans.
What makes matters worse is there are 10000 Twins fan that came down from MN to be here.
Don't forget to send your broken maples to the US Forest Service.
you are right about that
I was at the game last night and was getting really pissed at how many were there. At least they aren’t White Sox fans, though.
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 3:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh your team is playing good ay
vain attempt at a minnesota accent
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
I'm gonna miss Grud
We have a bell that we ring during postgame interviews every time he says “Ya knooooow”
They were THICK at the game last night
I don’t really mind it though, at least they all drive down and aren’t a bunch of KC people in Red Sox hats, if you get my drift. They’re usually pretty nice.
winning records follow good bullpens
we should not be intimidated by the minnesotans that decided a weekend trip south would be fun
it’s their ballclub we should worry about, pesky team
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 3:23 PM EDT up reply actions
what I don't get is why they don't go to the MN home games?
not like they’re sold out all year or anything.
beautiful ballpark...er football stadium....they have
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 3:24 PM EDT up reply actions
Come to watch outside baseball and tailgate
winning records follow good bullpens
Tailgate is right. There were hordes of them in the parking lot.
Don't forget to send your broken maples to the US Forest Service.
They really, really love to tailgate
winning records follow good bullpens
the Metrodome
really is not a great place to watch baseball, was there for the first time last year and I had a weird feeling the entire game. It just didn’t feel like baseball.
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 3:25 PM EDT up reply actions
its an intense rivalry
where tpj happens.
by blue bandwagon on Aug 10, 2008 3:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Meche really settling in
we are about to get to Baker….well once the top of lineup comes back up
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 3:26 PM EDT reply actions
Meche
I must apologize for thinking we woulnd’t get the 1-2-3.
Don't forget to send your broken maples to the US Forest Service.
Maybe He'll Hit
His HR now.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:29 PM EDT up reply actions
http://minnesota.twins.mlb.com/min/ballpark/index.jsp
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The Scott Baker walk
Rarer than a non dead Bernie Mac
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wow
feel like it’s a little early for that….
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 3:34 PM EDT up reply actions
I Actually Heard
Ryan use that phrase earlier.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:31 PM EDT up reply actions
And he thinks one steal is going to make up for it
ENTITLED
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 4:08 PM EDT up reply actions
if the red sox want to win the world series...
they really need to stop pitching nick buchholz
where tpj happens.
2009 Royals Rotation
What is it?
Meche
Grienke
Hochevar
Bannister
?
Don't forget to send your broken maples to the US Forest Service.
i think our rotation should stay the same
as long as we can get a legitimate power hitting out fielder and promote kila to play first
by GobbleforCyoung on Aug 10, 2008 3:34 PM EDT up reply actions
I predict that Toronto explodes for 5 runs here
and keeps us in 4th
I refuse to set up a signature....DAMMIT
Good job Russ, just, good job
At least we’re advancing the runners!11
winning records follow good bullpens
Baker Emulates His
Fellow Louisiana man Meche, walks the leadoff hitter.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
He's Moroni's Hammer
And he’s batting in the Garden of Eden; what could be better.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:35 PM EDT up reply actions
Jackson County Was
The site of the Garden of Eden according to Joseph Smith.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:38 PM EDT up reply actions
good AB buck good stuff
winning records follow good bullpens
I Just Threw
Up.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions
It's amazing really
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He Works The
Count to 0-2 as well as anyone.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Smith's AAA stats
128 Ks
23 walks
6 sac bunts
20 home runs
7 triples
20 doubles
60 singles
.253/.289/.475
Perfect Treyball hitter
What is a Treyball hitter exactly?
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 3:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Good Pop
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:43 PM EDT up reply actions
That is where you're wrong.
I’ve heard many interviews with him talk about how since Spring Training, he has been trying to beat it into the team how important OBP is and getting “quality at bats”. He said that he has beat the issue into the ground so much that he feels like he doesn’t know if the team is even listening to him anymore. This mythical “Treyball” that everyone talks about has no merit because no one here knows what he really preaches, we can only take what he says he tries to get the team to do. Just because the team doesn’t work the count and get walks, doesn’t mean Hillman isn’t trying to get them to.
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 3:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Then why has OBP gone down this year?
while BA and SLG are up?
Trey also talks about fundamentals, but this team has fucked up so many simple outs that it’s ridiculous.
Because the guys with the bats in their hands
aren’t being patient, aren’t trying to draw walks. It’s real simple, Hillman tries to teach/preach being patient and drawing walks….the team doesn’t listen/doesn’t perform it = low OBP.
Because our players have fucked up the fundamentals, you think that he isn’t trying to get them to stress that? If and when this team ever contends, it will be because of players, not any manager. Then, you and a lot of other people who think a manager is so important will see what they really do for you. Not much when it comes to winning and losing.
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 3:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Never seen anybody throw morhigh curveballs / sliders than baker
and get away with it
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why is kila still down in the minors???
you telling me jason smith is better than him?
the only argument is to lessen his service time
by GobbleforCyoung on Aug 10, 2008 3:41 PM EDT reply actions
2=All
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:49 PM EDT up reply actions
KC is hard to figure out. I don't know if this season is real progress or failure hidden by
a few lucky wins. KC has the worst run differential in the AL (yes below Seattle) yet they don’t have the worst record in the AL. Look around the AL are they the worst team in it currently?
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
the run differential is what shows the terrible inconsistencies of this team
in all facets
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 3:43 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, when the offense goes cold, it all goes cold at the same time
And the pitching follows. See this long losing streak we’re embarking on.
winning records follow good bullpens
I'm thinking walk / base hit
winning records follow good bullpens
prophetic
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 3:46 PM EDT up reply actions
just a classic royals destruction of optimism
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 3:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Good control of the fastball meche!
.............
winning records follow good bullpens
Man I'm good
winning records follow good bullpens
Change up in theory
This will be the second leadoff walk to score. Jee, I wonder if Meche realizes he should stop walking the leadoff guy.
winning records follow good bullpens
No, I think he gets to a 2 ball count and focuses on throwing his fastball for a strike
And then realizes he can’t.
winning records follow good bullpens
he'll probably give up only one run meche is good at getting out of these type of jams
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
wow, we know our team
predictions all coming true
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 3:49 PM EDT up reply actions
He'll Give Up
One more and leave with another quality start.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Good job Gil get this guy some runs
he’s battling out there.
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
K's And DP's
Cover a multitude of sins.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Meche set it all up
winning records follow good bullpens
But its government insured!
nothing thats related to the government could be bad?
I refuse to set up a signature....DAMMIT
He's a poor man's Jose Guillen!
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 4:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, well, what's Matt Garza doing?
Oh, yeah
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 4:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Tinker, Evers And
Chance make a camea appearance at the K.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
Mauer and Morneau
1 for 2 with 4 walks combined.
“THey can’t beat me if I walk them!”
winning records follow good bullpens
At Least They
Run the bases with the ball in play.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 3:53 PM EDT up reply actions
He'll get 3 hits in extra innings
winning records follow good bullpens
Teahen haters unite!
Talk crap on him and he will perform!
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 3:53 PM EDT reply actions
YOU SUCK TEABAG!!!
where tpj happens.
by blue bandwagon on Aug 10, 2008 3:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Teahen couldn't perform
Even if we dropped a truck of crap on him
I refuse to set up a signature....DAMMIT
His horribleness speaks for itself
winning records follow good bullpens
great automatic out
hopefully he will tear his ACL while getting out
by GobbleforCyoung on Aug 10, 2008 3:54 PM EDT reply actions
Hawk on Horacio Ramirez
“I’ll tell ya, that’s a pretty good pitcher we pretty much got for free… Kenny Williams continues to amaze me”
winning records follow good bullpens
well if he said it
then it must be true! Now I’m pissed about the trade!
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 3:55 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah and when they try making him a starter and his era is 6.83
stop calling for DM’s head
maybe paulo can become close to a hanly ramirez/cameron maybin type player.
by GobbleforCyoung on Aug 10, 2008 3:57 PM EDT up reply actions
I think that may be asking a lot
but I don’t see why there is any reason to think he can’t develop more.
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 3:58 PM EDT up reply actions
hey, freak play
that craaaaaazy tarp…someone call ken harvey
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 3:56 PM EDT reply actions
All we had to do is talk bad about him, and boom
winning records follow good bullpens
I'm 2-2 on those situations in the last week
leave it to the only person left on the site who doesn’t hate Teahen…..that was a pretty crappy hit tho, I must say.
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 3:57 PM EDT up reply actions
When hitting and sound baseball doesn't happen
We’ll take a fluke or three.
Come on guillen you worthless overpaid
winning records follow good bullpens
Ladies and Gentleman, your cleanup hitter and fifth-best batter on the the team!
OMG Banny. FWIW I am only crdtng u w/3 runs allwd bc of DDJ OMFG
by Matt Klaassen on Aug 10, 2008 4:14 PM EDT up reply actions
tied game
thank you hosey
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 3:57 PM EDT reply actions
he is an RBI machine
wow … we tied it!
by GobbleforCyoung on Aug 10, 2008 3:59 PM EDT up reply actions
Guillen better tie this game!
this is why we got his annoying ass…
by GobbleforCyoung on Aug 10, 2008 3:58 PM EDT reply actions
That'll teach baker to take some more PFP
winning records follow good bullpens
billy butler needs to chill out a little
trying to mash the first pitch
by GobbleforCyoung on Aug 10, 2008 3:59 PM EDT reply actions
It was right down the pipe
winning records follow good bullpens
he hits it hard usually though....ross gload slaps at the first pitch....
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 4:00 PM EDT up reply actions
when a pitcher is struggling you let him struggle
the rest of the inning
by GobbleforCyoung on Aug 10, 2008 4:00 PM EDT reply actions
It's up to gload
shudder
winning records follow good bullpens
now runners other than jose score on a single to shallow center from first base
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 4:02 PM EDT reply actions
gathright maybe...there was a shot there....
like a jim carrey in dumb and dumber ‘you’re telling me there’s a chance’ type shot
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 4:03 PM EDT up reply actions
im still amazed at how small guillen is
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 4:02 PM EDT reply actions
We've got the lefty right matchup!!!
winning records follow good bullpens
Willie Bloomquist Is
On the 15 day DL. The Sailorboys called up Ted Hulett to replace him. It could be worse, Royalfan.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
I will say this
Gload has had some good swings on Baker today, just right at Kubel.
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 4:03 PM EDT reply actions
Now can we keep them off the board
............
winning records follow good bullpens
anyone catch the basketball game today?
thoughts?
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 4:04 PM EDT reply actions
yeah....
we cant hit a three… but they say defense wins championships
where tpj happens.
by blue bandwagon on Aug 10, 2008 4:05 PM EDT up reply actions
they looked really good in the 2nd half...
1st half not so much….
i really t hink these guys care…i think we’ll run away with it…we have our best players…and our best players are far better than theirs
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 4:06 PM EDT up reply actions
another typical all star US team
can run dunk and can’t hit the outside shot.
Every fight is a food fight when you’re a cannibal.
-- Demetri Martin
They Need Trajan
Langdon…......oh, wait, he plays in Russia.
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 4:09 PM EDT up reply actions
well we kicked the crap out of them in the 2nd half
I’m feeling this group of guys is really ready to give everything to win the gold, I think they are embarrassed that they didn’t 4 years ago and will do it.
by I need more Esteban on Aug 10, 2008 4:06 PM EDT up reply actions
REEDEM TEAM!!!!!
stupid name.
where tpj happens.
by blue bandwagon on Aug 10, 2008 4:11 PM EDT up reply actions
kelly ripa is very attractive
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 4:05 PM EDT reply actions
brodie's wife is hotter
Never giving up on your team is what makes you a good fan.
by kcisbetterthanstlateverything on Aug 10, 2008 4:06 PM EDT up reply actions
she doesnt have any money though...not ripa money
TPJ...you're dead to me
by billybeingbilly on Aug 10, 2008 4:08 PM EDT up reply actions
olympic biking in the rain...
hours of entertainment.
Ha!
I used to be an A's fan until they left town and got good.
by philofthenorth on Aug 10, 2008 4:09 PM EDT up reply actions
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