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GameThread: Atlanta Braves at Washington Nationals. Game 12 of 162. Jordan Zimmermann Debuts For DC.

Atlanta Braves at Washington Nationals, Apr 20, 2009 7:05 PM EDT



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Atlanta Braves
@ Washington Nationals

Monday, Apr 20, 2009, 7:05 PM EDT
Zimmerman(n) Day at Nationals Park

Derek Lowe vs Jordan Zimmerman(n)

Mostly cloudy,rain. Game time temperature around 60.

?'s For The DC Faithful...

1) Who's Watching Zimmerman(n)???

2) We Want Bergmann!! Or Did You Want Someone Else?

3) Will Garrett Mock be the Nationals' New Closer?

4) Is There Any Chance Of Another Mid-Game Rainstorm To Get Lowe Out Early?

 

Complete Coverage >


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(ed. note - "I was going to start by talking about the new deal Ryan Zimmerman signed with the Washington Nationals, affirming his status as the Face of the Franchise©, but I was told not to care about payroll.")

Jordan Zimmerman(n)...

When the decision was made to send Jordan Zimmermann to Triple-A Syracuse at the end of Spring Training, since only four starters were needed in the first weeks of the season, DC Manager Manny Acta told MLB.com's Bill Ladson, as quoted in an article entitled, "Martis, Zimmermann round out rotation", that he wished:

"...that we didn't have the days off that we have, so we can have him in the big leagues right away, because he has shown in this camp that he is one of our best pitchers, period..."

The Nationals drafted Jordan Zimmermann out of Auburndale, Wisconsin and the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, with the 67th pick in the second round of the '07 MLB Draft and the the 6'2'', 200 lb, right-handed hurler was ranked as the 7th best prospect in the Nationals' organization just six months after having been selected and signed, having pitched in just 13 games, 11 as a starter, in the New York-Penn League with the Vermont Lake Monsters, where he was (5-2) with a 2.38 ERA in 53.0 IP in which he'd given up 45 hits, 14 ER's, 2 HR's and 18 walks while collecting 71 K's. 

In '08 with the Potomac Nationals, Zimmermann was (3-1) with a 1.65 ERA in 5 starts and one relief appearance, with 31 K's in 27.1 IP, and when he jumped to Double-A Harrisburg, Zimmermann was (7-2) in 20 starts, posting a 3.21 ERA and 103 K's in 106.2 IP. Following his second professional season, Zimmermann jumped to the top of both Baseball America's Aaron Fitt's and ESPN.com's Keith Law's lists of the top prospects in the Nationals' system, with Mr. Fitt stating that in the last season Zimmermann, "emerged as the clear-cut top prosect in the organization."

Before Spring Training, when asked by Washington Post writer Chico Harlan in an article entitled, "The Season Ticket Holder Luncheon..." which Nationals' prospects might have an impact on the major league-level this season, then Assistant GM Mike Rizzo told Mr. Harlan that he saw Jordan Zimmermann, as Mr. Harlan wrote, "...as somebody who could be major league ready as soon as this spring training." 

Zimmermann was (1-1) in 3 starts and two relief appearances this Spring, giving up 13 hits, 2 walks and 5 ER, while collecting 20 K's in 14.1 IP, and the Nationals named the 22-year-old right-hander to the rotation at the end of camp. The Nationals' "Acting" GM Mike Rizzo was quoted yesterday by MLB.com's Bill Ladson in an article in anticipation of today's start entitled, "Zimmermann set for major league debut", saying that he thinks Zimmermann is ready for the jump:

"'I don't think he will be intimidated by a Major League stadium or Major League hitters. I'm looking forward to him having a successful outing and really kick-start(ing) his Major League career.'"

Zimmermann Coverage On Federal Baseball.com:

"Federal Baseball.com Declares Jordan Zimmermann: The Washington Nationals' Next Big Thing." - by e chigliak

"Keith Law's Top 100 Prospects: Nats Conspicuously Absent" - Nats News Network.

"Baseball America's Top 10 Prospects: Washington Nationals Edition" - e chigliak

From 1/25/08 - "ESPN.com's Buster Olney Has Three Questions For The Washington Nationals." - e chigliak

Zimmermann's Opponent In His Debut - Derek Lowe...

Derek Lowe received no decision in his second start of the season, which was against the Washington Nationals, pitching only 3.0 innings in a game interrupted by a long period of rain. In his 13-year MLB career, the 35-year-old right-handed starter is (5-1) with 3 saves in 7 starts and 6 appearances against the Nationals/Expos, having given up 42 hits, 14 walks and 16 ER's in 51.2 IP, with 45 K's, a 2.79 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and .221 BAA. 

The Washington Nationals vs Derek Lowe...

Alex Cintron - 4 for 11, .364 AVG, 1 HR, 3 RBI's. 

Adam Dunn - 1 for 13, .077 AVG, 5 K's. 

Jesus Flores - 1 for 7, .143 AVG. 

Alberto Gonzalez - 3 for 10, .300 AVG, 1 2B, 5 RBI's. 

Nick Johnson - 5 for 22, .227 AVG, 1 HR, 2 RBI's. 

Austin Kearns - 2 for 17, .118 AVG, 1 HR, 2 RBI's.

Josh Willingham - 2 for 9, .222 AVG, 2 HR's, 5 RBI's. 

Ryan Zimmerman - 4 for 20, .200 AVG, 1 2B, 1 HR, 2 RBI's, 8 K's.

The New DC Bullpen...

As Washington Post writer Chico Harlan reported last night in a Nationals Journal post entitled, "The Bullpen Gets Blown Up", the Nationals sent C Josh Bard and reliever RHP Saul Rivera to Triple A Syracuse and designated left-hander Wil Ledezma and righty Steven Shell for assignment to make room for tonight's starter, Jordan Zimmermann, and relievers, Jason Bergmann, Garrett Mock and Kip Wells. Asked by Mr. Harlan if Garrett Mock will be the Nationals' new closer* , "Acting" DC GM Mike Rizzo responded:

"I think that's to be determined. He's going to come in and be a member of the bullpen. I'm not sure where the bullpen will kind of all map out right now. It's a brand new bullpen, really. We've got some unanswered questions."

(ed. note - "When Mock was sent down to Triple-A Syracuse in early April, "Acting" DC GM Mike Rizzo was quoted in several publications, including a USA Today article by AP Sports writer Howard Fendrich entitled, "Nats cut Bergmann, Mock, keep Tavarez, Bard", stating that Mock would have a new role in Syracuse, "'We're grooming him as a closer,' Mr. Rizzo said.")

The New DC Bullpen:

LHP -  Joe Beimel (SU), Mike Hinckley.

RHP  - Jason Bergmann, Kip Wells, Julian Tavarez, Garrett Mock, Joel Hanrahan(CL). 

The Braves vs The New DC Bullpen...

Braves vs Bergmann...

Matt Diaz - 5 for 10, .500 AVG, 2 2B. 

Jeff Francoeur - 2 for 24, .083 AVG, 1 HR, 4 RBI's. 

Kelly Johnson - 3 for 15, .200 AVG, 1 2B, 2 RBI's.

Chipper Jones - 6 for 20, .300 AVG, 2 2B, 2 HR's, 8 RBI's. 

Brian McCann - 8 for 20, .400 AVG, 3 2B, 4 HR's, 7 RBI's. 

Braves vs Mock...

Kelly Johnson - 1 for 1, 1.000 AVG, 1 2B.

Martin Prado - 1 for 1, 1.000 AVG, 1 2B.

Braves vs Wells...

Garret Anderson - 4 for 10, .400 AVG, 2 RBI's. 

Chipper Jones - 3 for 24, .125 AVG, 1 2B, 1 HR, 4 RBI's.

Brian McCann - 3 for 4, .750 AVG, 1 2B, 1 HR, 4 RBI's. 

Here's A Way To Start The Day...

Check out Yahoo! Sports' writer Kevin Kaduk (aka 'Duk)'s take on the situation involving Elijah Dukes being benched Saturday in an article entitled, "Nationals bench Dukes after Little League-related tardy note", in which 'Duk wonders aloud about the team's decision to discipline Dukes, goes through the list of recent embarrassments, from SMILEYGATE, to the former DC GM's resignation, Stan Kasten's Philadelphia-based outreach efforts, and the more recent "Natinals" affair...it's all so funny, right? Until Mr. Kaduk gets to the end and writes:

"No wonder their potential top draft pick might want $50 million to join them."

DC Starting Lineup...(As Soon As Someone Posts It.)...

Check the NatCast if you're heading to Nationals Park...(ed. note - "There are rumors of late game showers...")

Who's Watching The Nationals? Who's Watching Zimmerman(n)?

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He'll be the biggest hit since the Beatles!

I don’t care if he gets shelled like a WW2 Summer Offensive tomorrow – he’s going to be a class act for the team and be well on his way to ROY nomination for 2009.

“The night gets darkest right before the dawn”. Zim (what’s his nickname?) will provide the ray of light the team so desperately needs.

There…can’t talk him up more than that!

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 4:04 AM EDT reply actions  

Zimmermanmania is running wild...

…and the youth movement is officially underway today…or tomorrow…pesky rain…

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:33 AM EDT up reply actions  

Pouring rain in DC this morning and 60% chance of thunderstorms from 7:00pm to 9:00pm...

…but, I think this rain is simply meant to wash away the odor of manure from a lost weekend in NatsTown.

Nats Trek II: A New Beginning

by RoscoeNats on Apr 20, 2009 7:50 AM EDT reply actions  

That Park could use a cleansing shower...

…make sure to go over the bullpen twice.

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:36 AM EDT up reply actions  

type

just a minor thing but did u mean Alberto Gonzalez? or is Alex a nickname for the dude?

by Fear_Redskins on Apr 20, 2009 1:29 PM EDT reply actions  

Of all the wrong names to type...

…sorry if anyone thought Bowden was back and had acquired A-Rod…

Thanks for the edit though, I do honestly appreciate the help.

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 2:03 PM EDT up reply actions  

Still raining in DC. Now it's time to ask...if it's rained out...

…do we use Martis tomorrow and send NN back to the Cuse? Depending on rescheduling, they could keep his clock from starting for a few more days.

by RoscoeNats on Apr 20, 2009 2:07 PM EDT reply actions  

i wouldnt mind that

i got a caps game to watch. Hoping for a comeback!

by Fear_Redskins on Apr 20, 2009 2:32 PM EDT reply actions  

I hear ya. Go Caps! Go Nats!

It isn’t to likely there’ll be a Baseball game tonight. Well, unless they play very very late…

This is do or die for the Caps. Let’s see if Ovi learning anything watching the Rangers practice.
Go Ovi !
Go Caps!
Go Zimm’nn!
Go Nats!

by Berndaddy on Apr 20, 2009 2:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Who's our goalie tonight?

Also…the weather forecast near gametime is actually improving.

by RoscoeNats on Apr 20, 2009 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Bar near Nationals Park???

Southeast D.C. Makes a Call to the Bullpen

An outdoor beer garden across from Nationals Park could be open by May 1 now that the local Advisory Neighborhood Commission voted 7-0 Monday night in favor of a developer’s proposal. Plans for “the Bullpen,” a 15,000-square-foot entertainment zone on the site of an old Metrobus garage, call for a large tent with a stage for live music, bars, plenty of tables and an area for childrens’ activities.

Robert “Bo” Blair, who owns the popular Surfside and Jetties restaurants as well as the nightspots Smith Point and the Rookery, will be running the Bullpen. He says it will be open at least two hours before and after every home game, and it could stay open until 12:30 a.m. for special events. Expect “Dewey Beach bands” and music from local groups, as well as food from Surfside and Jetties.

“We want to make it really fan friendly and also family friendly,” Blair says. The Bullpen will be open to all ages, and part of the site is going to be run by Headfirst Sports, a Georgetown-based organization that runs sports camps for 4-to-14-year-olds. This area will have some baseball-related activities, which could include batting cages, drills or instruction, as well as more carnival-style amusements like photo booths, games and temporary tattoo stations.

The appeal of the Bullpen will be its location on Half Street between M and N streets, right between the Metro station and the centerfield gates of Nationals Park. Now that the plans have full approval from both the Advisory Neighborhood Commission and the Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration, the major hurdles have been cleared, and because the project has been issued a provisional liquor license, it could be open immediately. However, Blair says he hopes the Bullpen will be ready for business on April 30, when the Nationals begin a home stand against the St. Louis Cardinals and Houston Astros. A full entertainment schedule will be available soon at thebullpendc.com.

by RoscoeNats on Apr 20, 2009 3:13 PM EDT reply actions  

Seems like someone mentioned this earlier.

Wonder who that head of the curve gentleman was? Does anyone read the FanShots?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 6:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

No one's used the FanShots really, so I must admit I often miss them for a while, will try to keep an eye on them...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 6:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

Roscoe and "E"

You’re lucky I “heart” you. :-)

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 6:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

If that's the case:

I’ll break out the old Thesaurus and start building some worthwhile FanPosts.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 6:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Starting Lineups

Atlanta Braves (6-6, 2nd in NL East, one-game win streak):

Johnson – 2B
Escobar – SS
Jones – 3B
Kotchman – 1B
Francoeur – RF
Diaz – LF
Schaefer – CF
Ross – C
Lowe – P

Washington Nationals (1-10, 5th in NL East, three-game loss streak):

Hernandez – 2B
Johnson – 1B
Zimmerman – 3B
Dunn – RF
Dukes – CF
Willingham – LF
Flores – C
Gonzalez – SS
Zimmermann – P

Pitching Matchup:

WAS-Jordan Zimmermann, making his major league debut
ATL-Derek Lowe (16.0 IP, 1-0, 2.81 ERA, 15 Ks, 7 BBs)

Weather: Showers and thunderstorms, chance of rain 60%. Game time 56F, End of game 56F.

Your voice of doom and gloom. Read more at natsnewsnetwork.blogspot.com

by Dave at District Sports Page on Apr 20, 2009 3:26 PM EDT reply actions  

OF

Dunn in RF on a wet field…could be fun to watch.

But I love having the Hammer in there.

Let’s get a big Curly W tonight.

by RoscoeNats on Apr 20, 2009 3:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm loving 2-6 holes...

but there’s that black hole 1-8,9 that’s burned us in the last couple of games. I can’t wait till Guz comes back… Sorry General, we need your stars back. Wear a bird and we’ll get back to you soon. Guz here’s your stars back, now do something with them please…por favor, per favore, capite… italian or spanish it’s all good.

by Berndaddy on Apr 20, 2009 5:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

Off to the game!

Look for me in the fancy seats tonight! (Well, fancy for us… they’re next to the actual fancy seats behind the plate.) The era of double-N, double-Z domination begins tonight!

LET’S GO NATS GO!

"We’re all neighbors in NatsTown™!" --NNN

by Doghouse on Apr 20, 2009 6:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Take a towel to wipe down those semi-fancy seats.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 6:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

MLBN just showed a shot from Nationals Park with the tarp still on the field...

….but there’s still no word on a delay…

LET’S GO NATS GO!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 6:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Pregame show is on. Tarp is off now.

Also, I watched Around the Horn and PTI today and they absolutely skewered the Nats. From the wrong jersey spelling to the Dukes benching to the amount of sucking the team is doing right now. I know they are just talking heads, but all 7 people on 2 shows agreed.

The best thing is…there’s only one way to go. WooHoo

Let’s Go Nats GO!!!!

by RoscoeNats on Apr 20, 2009 6:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Saw PTI as well.

I was expecting it. It’s easy to bully a team when they’re down.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 6:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

O.K. Roscoe

It’s that time: Over / Under
Topic: Attendance
Nuber: 11,500

I’m taking the under.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 6:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

Drat! Edit:

“Number”

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

Under...

…Caps in the playoffs…crap weather all day…bad record…

by RoscoeNats on Apr 20, 2009 7:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'll take the under for actual attendees

but the announced number is going to be higher because of the season ticket holders that won’t show up

by natsFTW on Apr 20, 2009 7:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

Aha! Loophole! I like it.

Someone’s playing with their marbles. “No disrespect Roscoe!”

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

How do you play this game again, Lou? I kid, I kid...

Under…way under by the time they finish this…

Caps are in trouble…I told Dave from NNN months ago that Theodore wasn’t Cup worthy…(laughs and laughs as Pens beat Philly)…

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 7:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

There's a good spot in Old Town Alexandria

“Bugsy’s” Former hockey player (forgot who) owns the place. Good place to watch both hockey and baseball. Great pizza. Bunch of Red Sox homers but everyone’s cool there.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:16 PM EDT up reply actions  

Weather?

Hey Natinal fans… Been Carrying L’il Zimmerman on the bench waiting for the big day. Is his party going to be rained out or what?

by OKD on Apr 20, 2009 7:15 PM EDT reply actions  

TV said they might start in half hour...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 7:16 PM EDT up reply actions  

I think it will eventually be cancelled

There is a storm coming which will delay first pitch until 8:30 or 9, and then it looks like another small storm line after that:
http://www.weather.com/outlook/events/sports/map/interactive/72366:20?from=hrly_topnav_sports

So either a late start plus a mid-game delay, or no game

by chem on Apr 20, 2009 7:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

Doh

Looking forward to it too.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 7:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

I've been waiting since I first heard the date, was supposed to be yesterday originally...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 7:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

I was hoping to catch a few innings before today's second 200 mile round trip for work

"...the bases loaded failures were the reason, the only reason..."
"Let's just move back to Montreal and forget the last 5 years ever
happened"............- e chigliak

by cat daddy3000 on Apr 20, 2009 7:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

Dang chemtrails...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 7:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

I smell a conspiracy!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nationals only want good news today...

“We signed Zim, alright, just enjoy that for a day, alright!!!”

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 7:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

giggle, giggle, giggle

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

I think in light of yesterdays announcement...

This weather needs to be optioned to Triple A.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 7:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

+ .5

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

It was going anyway, there's already a dark cloud following the bullpen around...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 7:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

Could be auditions from the crowd if they blow a few more.

Head down to the stadium folks …and bring your glove and pitching arm.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 7:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

Interesting there hasnt been a trade with the Nats

Obviously Rizzo is taking his time but I thought we would have seen movement by now…

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 7:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

AK's stock has risen since the start of the season...

…So has Nick’s (not suggesting anything Ed…just sayin’)

by RoscoeNats on Apr 20, 2009 7:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Trade em

Both of em… although im likely to be killed for suggesting NJ

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 7:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

Don't suggest or say...

DO NOT TRADE NICK JOHNSON!!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 7:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

I think it's safe to say:

“Someone has a man-crush on NJ.”

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

Sadly, I'm just enamored with that sweet lefty swing and the line drives...

Baseball is my girlfriend.

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 7:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

Really?

Well, PS2 is my mistress!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

Oh come on

It’s not like he hits for power. Power hitting 1st basemen grow on trees…

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 7:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

what does this mean for the kid

Does he get pushed back to tomorrow or skipped until his next scheduled start?

by OKD on Apr 20, 2009 7:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

McCann out with blurry vision

http://www.cbssports.com/mlb/story/11649725

Can’t do night games. May need laser surgery again and be out a couple of weeks. I won’t miss him, although I now don’t like anyone with Ross in their name…

"...the bases loaded failures were the reason, the only reason..."
"Let's just move back to Montreal and forget the last 5 years ever
happened"............- e chigliak

by cat daddy3000 on Apr 20, 2009 7:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Dear lord.

More injuries problems. Can any team just stay moderately healthy?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

One would think baseball, of all sports, would be the least injury prone.....

"...the bases loaded failures were the reason, the only reason..."
"Let's just move back to Montreal and forget the last 5 years ever
happened"............- e chigliak

by cat daddy3000 on Apr 20, 2009 7:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

I guess this would be as good a time as any to talk about Federal Baseball swag.

“E”. Any word on if there’s a t-shirt or something like that that I could purchase displaying my Federal Baseball blog allegiance?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Would love a coffee mug

with something witty like… We wont give you $45m over 5 years, but we’ll give you the best damn coverage of the Natinals in town!

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 7:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

hahaha!

I love it. Or how about a NaTinals cap?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

That "Natinals" story is killing me...I can't stand spelling errors in this blog(I know, I know, I try)...

…or in the newspaper when I read it in the morning (yes I do correct my morning newspaper)…how the hell could you spell it wrong on a jersey…?

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 7:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Question:

Did Zim and Dunn know but were forced to wear it anyway or did they not pay attention either?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Don't know, I didn't read or listen to those stories, I'm tired of people laughing at my team...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 7:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

Uh-oh.

Don’t tell me I’ve come across one of those people who only like to read rosy stories.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

No, no, just can't stand that the sports stations only mention the Nationals to mock them...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 7:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

Just messin'

I understand. I was listening to Jody Mac and Rob Dibble today and J Mac asked Rob Dibble what teams had surprised him so far. Dibs mentioned Kansas City and Seattle. Uh, I’m sorry, has anyone heard of the Padres? Oh. That’s right, no one has heard of them because no one is talking about them.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yep.

The Padres blog (Gaslamp Ball) is pretty livid about it as well.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

Everyone had pictures of the NATINALS jerseys, no one replayed Dukes' line drive that got stuck it the wall he hit it so hard...???

? Where those the same games, it’s just one big blur of losing…

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 7:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

That really says something about the majority's current state of being:

They all too often only concern themselves with the negative and/or the asinine.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Agree

I work in government mate, so im allergic to spelling mistakes.

And I even go to the effort of correcting it for the silly US spelling when I post.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 7:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

Great time for a recession if you ask me...

Hello indeed.

My natual affinity for Gov’t will one day lead me to travel to Washington. Can’t wait really.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 8:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

At least you didn't write "natinal" affinity...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 8:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

hahahaha.....haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 8:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

lol

See, you can laugh at your own team!

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 8:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

Well brother

I’ll be here till June 2011. If you ever visit, drop a line via the blog and we’ll have to share meet at the ballpark so we can share some ideas on how we can take over the world as we watch the Nationals play a game.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 8:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

Will do

Sort of a great big pincer movement… the US and Australia swallowing the Pacific Rim (I mean…we can take Fiji).

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 8:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

+1

Would love a Natinals cap.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 7:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

I actually had plans for a line of "Flat-Brimmed Closer" silhouette t's...

BOWDEN!!!!!!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 7:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

Oh goody...

I can watch Flo-rida vs. Pittsburgh. Yuck…

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:32 PM EDT reply actions  

or even worse.

Cincinnati vs. Houston

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Now THAT is an empty stadium

wonder if tonight at Nationals Park will look that bad

by natsFTW on Apr 20, 2009 7:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ain't it sad?

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

It is

especially considering how beautiful that park (PNC) is.

by natsFTW on Apr 20, 2009 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

Never been there but

on t.v. it looks incredible. Have you been to any games there?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah, just one

Great view of downtown, walking over the Roberto Clemente bridge to the stadium, nice seating and they had some really good food options. I had fantastic sandwich there, but I can’t remember the name of the place…

by natsFTW on Apr 20, 2009 7:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Good to hear.

I’ve been to Petco Park – Padres (My favorite park)
Nationals Ballpark
Dodger Stadium / Chavez Ravine

Going to Rangers Ballpark this May.
Trying to get to CITI (Taxpayer) ballpark in June.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

I've got the East Coast covered...

(Old) Yankee Stadium
Shea
Citi Field
Fenway
Stade Olympique in Montreal
Camden
RFK
Nationals Park…

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 8:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

I have a few covered...

KC
The Trop
Fulton County Stadium
Jack Murphy
Whichever phone company it was at the time Park in SF.
I walked Coors Field but not during a game.
Then the Nats and Os fields.

by RoscoeNats on Apr 20, 2009 8:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

Oh snap!

Forgot the A’s as well.

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

Dang it!

Forgot Camden Yards as well. What’s wrong with me?

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

Let's stick to one list, Lou...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

haha

man, I’m gettin old

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

My list is: PNC Park; Citizens Bank Park; RFK; Stade Olympique; Camden Yards and AT&T Park. I’ll add Nats Park to the list next month, and I’m planning on going to see the A’s this summer (since I’m living in the Bay Area now).
Favorite so far: AT&T Park. Unique design, sits right on the water, good seating, friendly staff, decent food.

by natsFTW on Apr 20, 2009 8:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

I forgot Citizens Bank...

…because when I went there, the Nationals blew a late lead, and some teenage girl ran into the back of my Subaru while I was stopped at a light…(she was doing 60 at the time too…Thanks, Philly!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 8:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

In the 80's........

Astrodome (a few times)
Original Rangers’ park
Old Cleveland stadium (wooden?)
Shea (vs. the Expos)
Reds and Pirates concrete bowls
Worked at 300’ in the Kingdome during an NBA game…..

"...the bases loaded failures were the reason, the only reason..."
"Let's just move back to Montreal and forget the last 5 years ever
happened"............- e chigliak

by cat daddy3000 on Apr 20, 2009 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

In game situations like this the announcer at the game should just say:

“O.K. Ladies and gentlemen. The seats behind home plate are free for the taking. First come first serve. Buffet for everyone!”

Anyone willing to brave this weather and this record showing their support should get the goodies!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 7:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Punchin out kiddies!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 8:03 PM EDT reply actions  

cya!

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 8:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'll be back if it's on...til then...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 8:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

If they can spell Gretzky's name wrong...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 8:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Torotno...(laughs)...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 8:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yessir, it ain't just the Nats.........

"...the bases loaded failures were the reason, the only reason..."
"Let's just move back to Montreal and forget the last 5 years ever
happened"............- e chigliak

by cat daddy3000 on Apr 20, 2009 8:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

Lol

That’s fantastic.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 8:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'll keep the front page updated when and if it starts...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 8:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Be back around 4AM your time.......

"...the bases loaded failures were the reason, the only reason..."
"Let's just move back to Montreal and forget the last 5 years ever
happened"............- e chigliak

by cat daddy3000 on Apr 20, 2009 8:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

between you and me on this public forum ed...

I benched the kid in favour of Miller at Pittsburgh thinking there was no way this one was getting played. I may be forced to gleefully watch that plan continue to go up in smoke;)

by OKD on Apr 20, 2009 9:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Nate McLouth just hit one in the river...luckily for you it wasn't against Miller...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

Whoohoo.

Go Zimmermen!

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:14 PM EDT reply actions  

Zimmermann's on the mound...!!!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:14 PM EDT reply actions  

hope he doesn't slip on the mound and

get hurt….I take it back, I take it back! No, I didn’t type it!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

Striiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiike one!

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Look at this kid go!

I bet the rain delay worked in his favor. Calm him down some.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:17 PM EDT reply actions  

I dont think he threw anything but fastballs

1-2-3!!!

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

123. Sit the "F" down Braves!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:17 PM EDT reply actions  

haha

Love it.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

Where on earth is "E" and Roscoe?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm right here, just updated the front page, so everyone knows it started...

ZIMMERMANN!!! ZIMMERMANN!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

NJ is up

Line drive comn up.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Two-Spot's got a single or me? Chipper robbed him...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Richie Zim up with two down...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

The beard's better than Nick's biker stache from last season...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

Maybe thats why he was injured

Top heavy

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

Zim(n)'s back up and headed to the mound again...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Zimmerman(n) strikes out...

three words that you may or may not want to hear a lot of

by OKD on Apr 20, 2009 9:25 PM EDT reply actions  

First hit off Zimmermann...Kotchman singles...er doubles to right...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:26 PM EDT reply actions  

How do u dble on a 'soft' liner to LF?

Did Dunn watch it?

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:26 PM EDT reply actions  

I mean RF

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

it was right over first...wet grass...slooooow right fielder, etc...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

95mph on the heater...Zimmermann!! Zimmermann!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Stick with the heater

That Curve was about 12ft.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

He just got Frenchy swinging with a nasty-a$$ slider though!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

K!

Good lad – slider and fastball.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:29 PM EDT reply actions  

That was one tight slider...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yep - his curve doesnt look flash today?

Maybe the rain makes it hard to grip?

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

Dukes just took a slow approach to Diaz's grounder up the middle and Diaz took second on him...

C’mon Dukes, hustle buddy!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:30 PM EDT reply actions  

could be

how lucky that Flores threw out the runner…

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

lol

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

That was one tentative approach, but Dunn got it...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Schafer vs Zimmermann!!!! The Next Wave of ATL vs DC...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Zim wins :)

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

Sit down, Schafer!!! And Dunn made the grab!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Caps just scored again...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Caps win!! Varlamov rules...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

The BIG DONKEY's UP!!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:34 PM EDT reply actions  

Lost satellite feed. Furious!

It’s back now!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Now I got lightning outside...worried...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm wondering whose bat speed is faster?

Sheffield when he was young or Dukes currently? Man, that’s wicked speed he’s got.

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Even in X-Mo...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

"nice!"

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

The Hammer! Building 'scare'

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Uh...Why are they short an umpire?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Which one's missing?

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

I don't know. Dibble said they're short.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yahoo reporting

Attendance down in MLB 6.9% to date compared to this point last year.

Yankees home plate tickets at $2500 a piece don’t help.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Zimmermann just grooved a fastball to ATL catcher David Ross...single to start third...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Luckily Lowe bunts like a Natinal...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

I believe that word will be with us till the end of the season.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

Sort of sums up the season so far

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

China for sure.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

no no no

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

Not an Asian country

They can spell

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

too true.

Maybe Canada… ay? :)
(jk… I like Canadians)

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

They extract oil from the sand very well don't they?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yea but so do we...

We can dig stuff up better than anyone else in the world.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

How old is Bobby Cox

Like 107?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:46 PM EDT reply actions  

No, that's his Ejection total...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

well played

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

what is the record for a manager with the same team?

La Russa maybe?

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Is that the AFLAC question of the night? If not, it should be.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

hahaha

Is he on the phone?

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

"I can see you eating popcorn on TV" "Really...what?""

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Jam Job

Those are choice words by highly paid commentators. Can I go to school for this? Surely I can do better. I would have said: “Fisted” ala, the 2008 ALCS.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:49 PM EDT reply actions  

I thought I could do better...and then I tried out for the Nationals Moments commercials...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

Which scenario did they give you?

If you say the Mets one, I will find you and kick you in the shins till you bleed.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Zim's walk-off, of course, and Dukes' walk-off walk.

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

No "no hitter!"

Sweet

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Jesus Flores! (clapclap clapclapclap)!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

He's a stud

Gosh he can hit….

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

Doesn't look the least bit out of place...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

They won't allow that usually...not at a major league game...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hmph!

The Kastens / Lerners couldn’t loosen the rules for tonight?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

Rules are meant to be followed, not loosened...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Considering the

state of the Nationals, they might want to re-think that.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Go Buccos Go!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

Lowe is just living on that outside corner

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:53 PM EDT reply actions  

The Ump is loving that corner...Maybe the Nationals should recognize it's a strike tonight!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

41 pitches for Lowe thru 2.5

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

The BIG ? - Can Zimmermann bunt????

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:55 PM EDT reply actions  

SAC BUNT!!! (CLAPCLAP!! SAC BUNT!!! (CLAPCLAP)!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Prepare for a looooooooonnggg night.....

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

what a mess

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:57 PM EDT reply actions  

lol.

Are u going to do the weather man – like in Ground Hog Day?

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 9:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

No but

I’d be more than happy to do the Running Man

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

Please come back from commercial, please come back from commercial....

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 9:58 PM EDT reply actions  

AFLAC trivia

I’m going with LaRussa

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 9:59 PM EDT reply actions  

Chip, Chip, Chip...double...triples into the right field corner...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:00 PM EDT reply actions  

Ugh....Dunn!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

AAgh...

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

If weak-kneed Chipper gets to third, you know it's bad...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

1st triple of his in how long?

Probably since 1985…

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

July '08...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

This weather does not favor Zimmerman

Doubles turning into triples because of footing conditions. Do not like

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:00 PM EDT reply actions  

Zim(n)!!! Will do it himself...Kotchman pops up...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

Another jam-job

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:02 PM EDT reply actions  

he doesnt get fazed much

I remember Acta saying he was mentally strong.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:03 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm at ease now.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

Way to jinx it!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:04 PM EDT reply actions  

I told you! Shut your damned mouth!

“No one has gotten through 4 innings with zero’s on the board.” IDIOT!!!!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

what happened - Gameday is slow

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:05 PM EDT reply actions  

oh nooooo

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

Zimmermann tried to sneak an 0-2 fastball by Diaz upstairs and got it hammered to left for a two-run blast...2-0 Braves.

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ah well, its a learning experience

But the kid is good. Like the way he gets ahead of hitters.

He needs some of that patented Natinals run support.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

I think Zimmermann just tried to announce his presence with authority...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:05 PM EDT reply actions  

This Jeep girl is the ***t!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:07 PM EDT reply actions  

I prefer the Mercury girl...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

Oh "E"

She is superlative!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

No my friend.

A lesson to be learned is that when you have certain scenarios play out, you shouldn’t open your mouth. (You can tell I’m a bit superstitious.)

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:08 PM EDT reply actions  

X-Mo is sweet

I have no idea how people can throw a ball with that kind of grip. Amazing!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Nick Johnson uses his Discerning Eye to draw a leadoff walk...Zim???

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Zim pushes a single to right!!! 2 on for Dunner...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

GET'R'DUNN!!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

Zimm! Just earned $5000.00 for that hit!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Rally is on!

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

C'MON BIG DUNKEY!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:12 PM EDT reply actions  

Deep enough...both runners advance...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

Super Dukes!! Super Dukes!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Here the guy goes again

Just hush and let him do it! Jinx Jinx Jinx. AAAgghh!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:13 PM EDT reply actions  

Is the hammer next?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:13 PM EDT reply actions  

Whoops....Doooooooks!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Do doo doo... Hammer time!

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Dukes actually.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

SUPER DUKES!!! RBI SINGLE!!! 2-1 ATL...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

Super Dukes!!!!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:14 PM EDT reply actions  

Dukes is running!! And safe at second....NO DP chumps!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:16 PM EDT up reply actions  

Build NatsTown Hammerman!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Oh...I love it! Aggressiveness on the Base path!!!

Way to go MannyDukes!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Hammer walked to get to Flores, make'em pay...WWJD????

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

with one out, he better just sit on these pitches

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

Uh-oh....

Bases loaded. I can’t look

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:17 PM EDT reply actions  

FLORES GOES....to the track!!! Sac fly...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

Good lad!

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

2-2 ballgame.

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

Oh my! A towering shot to left!

Could it be? It just may be! It….Almost…

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:18 PM EDT reply actions  

I thought it was gone...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

IN PLAY RUNS!

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:19 PM EDT reply actions  

The General to take charge here

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:19 PM EDT reply actions  

or not.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

Lot of "not" with The General recently...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

Big Head Teddy lost again...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Pistachio for this guy

What about you all?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

O.K. What the hell just happened?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Alright "E"

I like to see the little write up on that play.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Uh...I'm lost try to explain that, someone want to figure out the scoring...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

The way I saw it:

Nick Johnson let it drop.
Threw to 2nd baseman at 1st.
2nd baseman threw it and hit the runners head and ball goes into outfield.
Costello picks it up in the outfield and tosses to Abbott for the 2nd out.

Who the hell is on 1st? Bizarro play!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

Bizzare

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

It was hilarious to watch.

"We’re all neighbors in NatsTown™!" --NNN

by Doghouse on Apr 21, 2009 12:13 AM EDT up reply actions  

Where the hell does this lady come up with these questions?

Does she write them? Does someone write them for her? What on earth?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Leave Deb alone...I saw her at the Opener...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

Oh...

So that means you know her. I’m sure she’s a fine lady but where does she get her questions?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:28 PM EDT up reply actions  

What's the over/under for how many times I leave an "n" off in tonight's game Report...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:26 PM EDT reply actions  

3

I’m taking the under because you’re a lit major

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

That is a tricky one...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

Lead off man on!

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:31 PM EDT reply actions  

And "Two-Spot" Johnson strikes again with a rain-soaked single through short...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

NJ Singles!

2 on – 0 outs…we’ve got a ballgame folks.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

ZIMMERMAN!! ZIMMERMAN!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

He should have to give $5000 back for that.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

DP grounder...Boooo!!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

Mezza

Pitch count for Lowe?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

65 for the Zim!

Hes more efficient than these old horses.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

How 'bout the field working in the Nats favor!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Anyone going to Wednesday's game?

I’ve got to work at 11:30 at night. Work about 15 minutes from the park. Think I’ll just get a ticket in the cheapy’s.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:36 PM EDT reply actions  

So, is it just me or does Zimmermann already look like DC's best pitcher...?

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:36 PM EDT reply actions  

Easy question

If he’s the pitcher who has gone deepest in all of the Nats games so far, then I’d say yes.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'd like to add:

For making Chipper look like a fool on that strikeout. Hell yes!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

He was in Spring too.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

Chipper, Zimmermann's curve, Zim(n)'s curve, Chipper!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:38 PM EDT reply actions  

His curve has been a bit all over the place tonight

But he got it right for Chipper.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Can't locate curve, fastball's straight...but mid-90's...slider's sweet...confidence impressive...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

Back in a minute...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

When you get back:

You better explain how you didn’t get on the NatsTown commercials but this guy with the huge mustached did. ARE YOU KIDDING?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

JORDAN ZIMMERMAN.

You’re about to earn the keys to NatsTown!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:39 PM EDT reply actions  

72 pitches for Zim...he could go a few more here folks

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:39 PM EDT reply actions  

keeps pitching this way and I give him...Wait...It's time for OVER/UNDER Nats style!

Innings pitched for Zimm tonight: 7 2/3

I’m going OVER baby!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

BEIMEL!!!!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

Randy St Claire?

Mock maybe…? Beimel?

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

O.K. "Jam-job" twice. Now "Jerk"

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:42 PM EDT reply actions  

Dukes was hustling there, beats out a weak wet grounder to short...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Wow! Dukes ran out of his cape on that one!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Alright lead off on (again)

Lets move him over ppl

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

HAMMER TIME!!! SINGLES Dukes over to third!!! 1st and 3rd, one down for...WWJD???

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

Super Dukes indeed!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Willinghammer! Building NatsTown one bat at a time!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hammer time!

Nice.

Jesus to save us all.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

snort

nicer

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

Zim(n)'s for reals...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

...so far...(does that qualify the jinx away?)

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

According to my jinx encyclopedia: "no"

Any mention of positivity in any manner prior to completion = automatic jinx. (Gosh I hope my encyclopedia is wrong)

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

HELP ME JEBUS!!! RBI SINGLE THROUGH SHORT!!! Dukes scores, 3-2 Natinals!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

3-2

Look out

Little Zim heading for his first W!

Bring it home Nats

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

The Jesus!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

great movie.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

+1

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

One of the best of all time.

Didn’t get the credit it deserved at the box office. Took off in DVD!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

I think I've found a new avatar!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nobody mess with da jesus!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

+2

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

+3

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

IN PLAY RUNS

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:47 PM EDT reply actions  

haha

see above!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

lols all round.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

C'mon, L'il General!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Or ground out weakly, your choice!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

coughing loudly now

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

'Til Mock's ready, imho...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

Cintron in!

Zimmerman is out

Cant say I agree Mr Acta.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Part of his contract, he only plays six innings now...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

huh?

Zimmerman ‘squared’ is done? WTF?

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

So uh why was Zim pulled with 2 outs? Cintron

won’t get it done.

Zim was the best hope of keeping ATL down

by chem on Apr 20, 2009 10:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Agree

Think it was a mistake…

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

72 pitches

Zim pulled after 72 frigging pitches

by chem on Apr 20, 2009 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

and

by the time I’m done typing my message, Cintron is already out

by chem on Apr 20, 2009 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

The kid had only pitched 72 pitches..

He had enough for the 7th.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

WHHHHHHHHHATTTTTTTTTTTT?

NO MANNY NO. You don’t pinch hit for your hot young pitcher, especially not with Alex bleeping Cintron

by natsFTW on Apr 20, 2009 10:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Abso-freaking-lutely

I don’t trust the pen. And pinch hitting with Alex Cintron? What a waste! Why not Kearns if you’re taking the kid out.

by natsFTW on Apr 20, 2009 10:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Zimmermann's Line:

6.0 IP, 6 H, 2 ER, 1 BB, 3 K’s, 1 HR, 72 P, 51 strikes…

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Good outing

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

One word!

WORD!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

No negative waves Moriarty!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

(hiding eyes)...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Kip is doing the business

Already 100% improvement

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 10:58 PM EDT reply actions  

"Dirty" Joe Beimel's loosening up...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Not a nickname either...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 10:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

C'mon ump! That was a strike!!!!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:58 PM EDT reply actions  

Dang it! That kills us! Golly Gee!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 10:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

Kip's got this one...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

haha

We both lost.

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

I was way off, nice turnout DC Faithful!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

The people of NatsTown are teh loyal

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

Oh my god!

I just had a mini-heart attack. Take charge Dukes!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:00 PM EDT reply actions  

DUKES!!! OUTTA THE WAY DUNN-K!!! DUKES HAS IT!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

Who do you think would've won that collision???

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

LMMFAO!!!

Best question of the season! It would have been like worlds colliding. “E” you’re going to get me into trouble making me laugh that loud this late!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'll write a letter of apology to your neighbors...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:03 PM EDT up reply actions  

They'll probably request free tickets.

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

C'mon Two-Spot!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:04 PM EDT reply actions  

The Mighty Nick struck out...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

Anyone ever seen a Donut burger?

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:07 PM EDT reply actions  

Unfortunately yes...but this one is the worst...

The Fifth Third…

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

yeah

saw that at AA. that burger doesn’t even look good.

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

LOL! Oh my God!

What was that? “Chicken cordon Cob?” That was so funny…and disgusting.

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hey Roscoe

That deep fried Cadbury egg should be illegal.

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

That was beyond spectacular !!!

The grossest food site ever, everyone in my address book now knows…

Thx Roscoe

by Berndaddy on Apr 21, 2009 11:02 AM EDT up reply actions  

Zim grounds out to end the seventh...Beimel and ????

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Beimel...and Beimel.

Hanrahan is scary talk.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

Be cool Berndaddy!

Don’t be too cool.

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

later, berndaddy!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

And don't worry....The Nationals have this one in the...

Jinx averted…

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

I WILL find you

and when I do I will pull out all of your nose hairs.

DO…NOT…TEMPT!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

LET'S GO NATS GO!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:13 PM EDT reply actions  

go natinals go

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Looks like Beimel shaved

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:13 PM EDT reply actions  

bad signs

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Whoaa!!! Nice play Beimel!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

Beimel gets off the mound and slides in for the play...

…and they’ve left the field of play…

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:16 PM EDT up reply actions  

Beimel pops up Prado!! 5 outs to go...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:15 PM EDT reply actions  

He's a gamer!!!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:16 PM EDT up reply actions  

Huh?!!!!

Oh man! “E” What’s the rule on this?

Is Beimel done? How long do we have to wait?

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Ahhh...they wait...and wait...and then eventually come back out or call it...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

If they call it - we win?

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'll totally take the win!!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

Can I post the gif or is that a....You know what!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

Don't you dare until it's over...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

I wanted so badly to post a We Win gif!

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

Wots the story? Rain delay?

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Sir, yes sir.

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yep, Ump pulled the teams off the field after Beimel's sweet sliding play...

Poor Doghouse and Mrs. D are getting soaked…

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

What's the rule as a fan? Go home or stay?

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

you gotta sit thru it...

Character building…

“I was there when Zimmerman won his first game… a 7 hr marathon with rain…”

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

They ought to give away free beer for sitting through this

but I think beer distribution ceases after 7 innings.

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

If you live close by, the, "I can catch the end of this at home" move must be tempting...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

I sat through extra innings in the pouring rain two seasons ago...

…because I had seats 5 rows behind home in RFK, and I refused to leave the seat if they were playing…

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

O.K. I see we're telling rain stories

Last year at Camden (free tickets) the deluge began in the 5th (I think). It was ridiculous. The rain drops were as big as baseballs. My friend and I waited 30 minutes. No let up. We ran 3/4 of a mile to my car. Rain on the streets was probably 3 inches deep. Stripped down to boxers to get in the car. Everyone was doing it. The parking garage full of half naked people. Funny as hell.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

Id be at the bar by now...

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

There's an old brick building on one side of Nationals Park...I say we invest in Federal Baseball.com The Bar...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

North by Northwest with Mel Gibson...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

In touch with your feminine side I see.

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

Done.

Is it an upmarket place to get in all those Hollywood types? Or something for the average joe?

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

It was a narrow strip that probably used to be attached to an old building...all it needed was a fourth wall...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm going to try this place soon "E"

Ugly Mug near the Marine Corps barracks (map)

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

The Mug is good--Matchbox is better, though pricier and busier...

The place that used to be Finn MacCools has reopened as Molly Malone’s (I think), and has a free game shuttle…

"We’re all neighbors in NatsTown™!" --NNN

by Doghouse on Apr 21, 2009 12:20 AM EDT up reply actions  

We should call the bar: Stimulating Package

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by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

Natinals House!

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

LOL!

The Kastens and Lerners would hire someone to burn it down!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

The Post's site is killing me recently with those damn AT&T banner ads...

just stalled me out for a 2 minutes…

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

oh dear.

You’re not on that damned iPhone are you?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

No, my desktop, something about that AT&T add ties it up...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

AT&T is always messing up people's mojo

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

What's a little rain...get back out there and Finish Zim(n)'s WIN!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:27 PM EDT reply actions  

If it slows up at all let me know and I'll open a new post...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

I've worked up an appetite for some chocolate covered bacon.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

lol

Youll be dead by your next birthday…

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

agreed

There’s a place here in Old Town Alexendria; Eamon’s Dubblin Chipper that sells deep fried oreos and deep fried snickers

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

Edit:

“Alexandria” (I’m tired)

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

I had a chocolate-covered Oreo...but fried...now that's ridiculous...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

Obesity epidemic?

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

I was working in a kitchen in Hamburg, Germany awhile back

and the chef prepared fried vanilla ice cream surrounded with Marzipan. Perhaps THE most delicious thing I have ever had.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

I hate to tell you

I’m actually not a Nats fan. I just have four of them on my fantasy team. The Zimms, Nick Johnson, and Dukes.

I’m a Cardinals fan. We sympathize with your bullpen troubles.

by chem on Apr 20, 2009 11:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

give us time

we’ll turn you.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Someday, Roscoe...someday...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

I don't have 8 years

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

It's a 5-year plan, Lou, the problem is no one's sure when it started...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

5 years? That's not sweetening the deal.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

I think it started 2 years ago...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

lol

I actually was a Braves fan in the early 90s.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

you have officially made my most hated list.

hath you no spine man?! Braves? For shame!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

I kid :-)

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

My brother's a HUGE Braves' fan, for as long as I can remember...

…we took the trip to Montreal for the last 3 Braves/Expos series in Stade Olympique…

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

Was a long time ago

And I had no idea who to follow… I was in high school…

Its easier for you guys…u live in the US… but here…its about following who u identify with.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

Well...

I plan on punching out of D.C. in June 2011. They don’t have that much time.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Zzzzzzzz zzzz zzzzz zzz zzzzz...What?

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

howdy gents

just home from the stadium. i wasn’t sitting thru the second rain delay. Zimm(n) looked pretty good. not as sharp as we saw him in Florida though. i’ll attribute that to the weather. he should have K/inning pretty quicky. he sat 95-96 with good movement though, and threw strikes. way to go kid.

oh, one more thing.

C-A-P-S, CAPS CAPS CAPS.

the two hour rain delay was enough to see most of the game from the Red Loft.

Your voice of doom and gloom. Read more at natsnewsnetwork.blogspot.com

by Dave at District Sports Page on Apr 20, 2009 11:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Uh, please don't go back and read the early comments, I totally thought the Caps would win...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

don't worry. i'm not going thru 500 posts.

not tonight anyway…

Your voice of doom and gloom. Read more at natsnewsnetwork.blogspot.com

by Dave at District Sports Page on Apr 20, 2009 11:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

PHew...

Just kidding, I said Theodore wasn’t Cup-worthy…and Varlamov won, so I’m safe…

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Theo isn't Cup worthy

but the Caps don’t have to worry about that anymore. they have a goalie now.

Your voice of doom and gloom. Read more at natsnewsnetwork.blogspot.com

by Dave at District Sports Page on Apr 20, 2009 11:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

I bow down to you sir. Way to tough it out!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Will & Grace on Lifetime...

…I’m fading.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Wonder what the players are doing in the clubhouse to stay entertained?

I bet Dukes has either a Dominoes or Spades game going on.
Dunn probably has a tobacco spitin contest going on.
Zimmerman squared is probably tied up in a corner somewhere for being a rook.
Acta only shakes head.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:47 PM EDT reply actions  

O.K. Kids...

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 20, 2009 11:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Zzzzzz....zzzz.zzzz

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:49 PM EDT reply actions  

TV's not back yet...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Play ball...Mock gets an out with one pitch...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

1, 2...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

SHAKE N BAKE!!! SHAKE N BAKE!!! Double to start the DC 8th...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:53 PM EDT reply actions  

BIG WALKY!

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

Maxwell is in.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

At least we're headed for a winner

come on – the table is all set for Hanrahan to be a hero….or zero

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Eh, Mock had a quick inning, just stick with him.

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

I agree.

Mock for the lights out

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

Sorry, Hanny...it's late/wet/cold...your choice...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

I think ur right

But its going to be scary…

I cant look.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

I hope you're right, I don't want to see the kid lose his job...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

And every one has a mic...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

this happened once in RFK?

Didnt they end up playing until 3am or something once?

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yes...they...did...I stayed up...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Also against the Braves from distant memory...

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 20, 2009 11:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Maxwell unexpectedly steals third after Dukes K's...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 20, 2009 11:58 PM EDT reply actions  

Really? We were just wondering about him up there somewhere...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:00 AM EDT up reply actions  

WHAT THE HELL DO WE (THE METS) WANT WITH WILLY MO PENA?

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 21, 2009 12:04 AM EDT up reply actions  

injury time?

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 21, 2009 12:04 AM EDT up reply actions  

Holy cow, what a thread!

Just got back on the Metro—caught the last train after hearing the delay was supposed to be 2 hours… ooops.

"We’re all neighbors in NatsTown™!" --NNN

by Doghouse on Apr 21, 2009 12:00 AM EDT reply actions  

Double-N looked good. A lot of contact, but he didn't get rattled and brought the heat.

And what was up with the unearned out? Pure comedy! It’s nice to see a goofy play like that go our way for once.

"We’re all neighbors in NatsTown™!" --NNN

by Doghouse on Apr 21, 2009 12:01 AM EDT up reply actions  

My brother (Braves' fan) is still upset about that...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:01 AM EDT up reply actions  

Bases loaded for the General...

Everyone bailed out on the game…

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:01 AM EDT up reply actions  

Cripes!

The General has already left 5 on base tonight…

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 21, 2009 12:02 AM EDT up reply actions  

better make that 8 LOB

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 21, 2009 12:02 AM EDT up reply actions  

We Want Guzman!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:02 AM EDT up reply actions  

We're all here to see the Zim pick up his win.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 21, 2009 12:01 AM EDT reply actions  

Ronnie B. with a late PH appearance...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:02 AM EDT reply actions  

Soria's throwing hot fire...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:03 AM EDT up reply actions  

we need some insurance for the pen.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 21, 2009 12:04 AM EDT up reply actions  

as opposed to cold fire

you’re losing it…quickly

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 21, 2009 12:04 AM EDT up reply actions  

What you don't know Dy-lon from Puffy's making the band?

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:05 AM EDT up reply actions  

Belliard K's...Han-RA HAN!!! HAN-RA-HAN!! HAN-RA-HAN!!! HAN-RA-HAN!!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:04 AM EDT up reply actions  

lol.

Cross the fingers and toes.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 21, 2009 12:05 AM EDT up reply actions  

cant happen 4 times...can it?

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 21, 2009 12:05 AM EDT up reply actions  

HAN-RA-HAN!! HAN-RA-HAN!!! HAN-RA-HAN!!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:05 AM EDT up reply actions  

strap yourselves in sports fans.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 21, 2009 12:07 AM EDT up reply actions  

Oh, my. I'm glad I'm at home in my jammies for this...

…one away! I had a hell of a time yelling “LAAAAAAAAARRRY” today! I think he heard me, too.

"We’re all neighbors in NatsTown™!" --NNN

by Doghouse on Apr 21, 2009 12:07 AM EDT up reply actions  

Leapord print thong on this end.

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 21, 2009 12:08 AM EDT up reply actions  

I like how Dibble talks the pitchers through it

even though they can’t hear him. One away!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 21, 2009 12:07 AM EDT reply actions  

Come on Hanny

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 21, 2009 12:08 AM EDT up reply actions  

I felt guilty for leaving

How about that GO Nats holler!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 21, 2009 12:08 AM EDT up reply actions  

damn right... sleep is for the weak

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 21, 2009 12:08 AM EDT up reply actions  

that definitely sounds like a government worker talking

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 21, 2009 12:09 AM EDT up reply actions  

ONE DOWN!!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:08 AM EDT reply actions  

ONE WALKED....Frenchy...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:09 AM EDT up reply actions  

Kotchman walks

Gulp!

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 21, 2009 12:09 AM EDT up reply actions  

It's OK, It's OK, it's the DC Closer Tradition of "Making It Interesting"...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:10 AM EDT up reply actions  

Frenchy flies out!!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:10 AM EDT up reply actions  

Hanny vs Diaz...

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:10 AM EDT up reply actions  

Dibble's calming influence:
“We got a guy there.”

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 21, 2009 12:10 AM EDT reply actions  

lol

COME ON HANNY!

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 21, 2009 12:11 AM EDT up reply actions  

HAN-RA-HAN!! HANRAHAN!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:11 AM EDT up reply actions  

DIAZ K'S!!! HANNY SAVES!!! ZIM(N) WINS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:12 AM EDT up reply actions  

PITB!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 21, 2009 12:12 AM EDT reply actions  

CURLY W!

No bang zoom—it’ll wake the neighbors.

"We’re all neighbors in NatsTown™!" --NNN

by Doghouse on Apr 21, 2009 12:12 AM EDT reply actions  

ZIMMERMANN!! ZIMMERMANN!! ZIMMERMANN!!! ZIMMERMANN!!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:12 AM EDT up reply actions  

Smiles all round.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 21, 2009 12:13 AM EDT up reply actions  

WHOOOWHOO

What do we do now?

Horay for Zimmerman… first W

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 21, 2009 12:12 AM EDT reply actions  

The entire team owes him a beer.

And a shot!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 21, 2009 12:13 AM EDT up reply actions  

Zimmermann wins!! The Nationals win!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:13 AM EDT up reply actions  

+500

Me too. Kid is good.

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 21, 2009 12:14 AM EDT up reply actions  

+$45M...wait, that's the other Zimmerman!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:15 AM EDT up reply actions  

Lose to the Pirates

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 21, 2009 12:14 AM EDT up reply actions  

lol me too.

I better get back to work.

Cya ll later

"Baseball is like church. Many attend; few understand."

by Mezza on Apr 21, 2009 12:14 AM EDT up reply actions  

Good bloggin w/you Aussie!

" WHEN'S THE LAST TIME YOU'VE WITNESSED A GRAND HANDSHAKE PARADE? "

by LOUtheMETandNATSfan on Apr 21, 2009 12:15 AM EDT up reply actions  

Punching out!! Post game coming soon!! Zimmermann Wins!!!

Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."

by Patrick Reddington on Apr 21, 2009 12:15 AM EDT reply actions  

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