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Washington Nationals at Houston Astros, Jul 12, 2009 2:05 PM EDT



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Washington Nationals
@ Houston Astros

Sunday, Jul 12, 2009, 2:05 PM EDT
Minute Maid Park

Jordan Zimmermann vs Brian Moehler

Partly cloudy,rain. Game time temperature around 95.

?'s For The DC Faithful...

• Two In A Row Going Into The Break?

• Does Manny Acta Make Any Changes To Last Night's Explosive Lineup?

• I Predict An Austin Kearns Start...?

• Is This How You Thought The First Half Would End?

• Has Stephen Strasburg Signed Yet?

DC Starting Lineup...

 

  1. Nyjer Morgan - CF
  2. Nick "Two-Spot" Johnson - 1B
  3. THE KIDS CALL HIM ZIM!!! - 3B
  4. The Big Walky - LF
  5. The Hammer - RF
  6. Alberto "The General" Gonzalez - SS
  7. Anderson "Elvis" Hernandez - 2B
  8. Wil "Blocker" Nieves - C
  9. Jordan Zimmermann - Dialin' it up to 95mph...

 

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Today's Starting Pitchers Are Going To Stare At You Now...


Jordan Zimmermann

#27 / Pitcher / Washington Nationals

6-2

200

R

R

May 23, 1986

 

'09 Stats - (3-3, 4.52 ERA), 79.2 IP, 84 H, 42 R, 40 ER, 8 HR, 25 BB, 78 K's, 2.8 BB/9, 8.8 K/9, 3.12 K/BB, ERA+ = 98, 1.37 WHIP, 275 BAA. 

vs HOU - N/A

Origin Story - Washington Nationals' 2nd Round pick, 67th overall in 2007. 



Brian Moehler

#38 / Pitcher / Houston Astros

6-3

235

R

R

Dec 31, 1971

 

'09 Stats - (5-5, 5.52 ERA), 14 GS, 1 CG, 73.1 IP, 86 H, 49 R, 45 ER, 14 HR, 23 BB, 49 K's, 2.8 BB/9, 6.0 K/9, 2.13 K/BB, ERA+ = 76, 1.49 WHIP, .292 BAA. 

vs DC - (2-4, 5.68 ERA) 13 G, 8 GS, 1 BS, 1 HLD, 44.1 IP, 62 H, 29 R, 28 ER, 5 HR, 21 BB, 29 K's, 1.87 WHIP, .333 BAA.

Origin Story - Detroit Tigers' 6th Round pick, 165th overall in 1993. 7/23/02 - Traded by Detroit with (IF) Matt Boone to Cincinnati for (OF) David Espinosa, (OF) Noockie Varner and (RHP) Jorge Cordova.


Show Zimmermann Some Love...

The Nationals' 23-year-old right-hander was just (1-1) in 4 June starts in which he held opponents to a .198 AVG, posting a 1.90 ERA and a 0.97 WHIP in 23.2 IP in which he allowed just 17 hits and 5 ER while striking out 22, walking 6 and allowing just 1 HR. Zimmermann's got 2 no-decisions in 2 starts already in July, and he's (1-3) in 12 outings since winning his first two MLB starts...

The Nationals vs Brian Moehler...

Josh Bard - 1 for 4, .250 AVG. 

Joe Beimel - 1 for 3, .333 AVG. 

Ronnie Belliard - 2 for 5, .400 AVG. 

Adam Dunn - 3 for 19, .158 AVG, 2 2B, 1 HR, 3 RBI's, 4 BB, 3 K. 

Cristian Guzman - 6 for 16, .375 AVG, 1 2B, 1 3B, 2 SB. 

Willie Harris - 0 for 3, .000 AVG. 

Nick Johnson - 3 for 15, .200 AVG, 1 2B, 1 HR, 5 RBI's. 

AUSTIN KEARNS - 7 for 13, .538 AVG, 1 2B, 1 HR, 2 RBI's. 

Nyjer Morgan - 2 for 9, .222 AVG, 1 2B. 

Ryan Zimmerman - 6 for 9, .667 AVG, 1 2B.

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YEAH!! I Got the starting lineup up first!!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 12:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Here's a cookie........... um, wait............cookie being eaten as we speak......

#3!!!…….that wasn’t your cookie…

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 1:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

Regarding the lineup, it's obvious Manny does not believe in historic success or failure vs. the opposing pitvcher

No cookie for Bluegrass, either… Donkey ate it…

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 1:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

Well, that's not a bad idea, really.

Success against a singular pitcher really doesn’t indicate that there will be future success.

by Chris Pendley on Jul 12, 2009 1:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

Perhaps, although I figured Manny could point to that as an excuse to get a player in the lineup, *if he really wanted to*.

Still, the lefty/righty matchups concept is set in stone, even when splits say differently….It’s a tradition…

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 1:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah, the platoon advantage is legit.

Still, if there’s a large enough gap in skill level between platoon-advantaged player A and platoon-disadvantaged player B, you may as well play B anyway.

by Chris Pendley on Jul 12, 2009 1:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

I suppose even the slim chance to watch Dunn run the bases does sell some tickets...

Has anyone clocked the mph difference between the home run trot, and the regular digging for the extra base?

It’s just fascinating watching the Donkey chug…

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

Is This How You Thought The First Half Would End?

No, as I picked 76 or 78 wins and a 3rd place finish….. so, a little behind on the pace.

I don’t recall so much roster movement, huge shock over the bullpen, and nevr expected the defence to play like………. well circus clowns…

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 1:46 PM EDT reply actions  

C'mon now, Zim get off to St. Louis on a high note...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Or fly out to the deepest part of the park...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 Jul 12, 2009 2:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

1-2-3......no hit inning since Zim rejoined the team........ omens...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

D. Espinosa is starting at SS in the Futures 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 Jul 12, 2009 2:14 PM EDT reply actions  

Make that 82 E...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Alberto Gonzalez Guzmans the first ball hit to 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 Jul 12, 2009 2:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

Let's go Zimmannator......... arg, General....

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:16 PM EDT reply actions  

So, roscoeing outa here before the first out?

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

Show Zimmermann some love...C'mon Nationals...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

Throw strikes, Zimm!!!........ and a Nieversation...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nieversation..hah...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

Doesn't measure up to McChatty, though.....

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nope.

It’s because regression after winning 13-2 is kind of a bitch.

by Chris Pendley on Jul 12, 2009 2:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

BOOOOO!!! Don't look forward to the Riggleman Era...Keep ACTA!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Even Frank Robinson says:

Not Manny’s Fault…

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

I hope it is not also! But it's Scapegoat time.

By the way, when was the last time anyone heard from Stan K., or the owners’ of Lerner’s Losers.

by wxguy on Jul 12, 2009 2:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

StanK was working on the Joel/John show..... no time for the team...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Stan Kasten last seen saying no he won't say hi on Federal Baseball chat...

I asked…

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Bloggers do not increase sales of the Curly W pretzel.......

Stan points at his wallet….

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

Francouer is saving Manuel's job........ no opening now...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Think Minaya's more to blame...?

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

Way more than he'll get the blame for.

I’m less than impressed with how he assembles a team, both from a free-agent and a minor-league perspective. That’s also true for his time with the ’Spos.

by Chris Pendley on Jul 12, 2009 2:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

Contract the Mets!!!!

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:28 PM EDT up reply actions  

And a walk to Berkman from Jordan K. 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 Jul 12, 2009 2:19 PM EDT reply actions  

Well just tuned in and watched the future shortstop make a little league error. Now the future great pitcher can’t get it over the plate. Will things ever change?

by wxguy on Jul 12, 2009 2:20 PM EDT reply actions  

After 86 games of the same, change not likely...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

Rain Delay in Futures 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 Jul 12, 2009 2:24 PM EDT reply actions  

I haven't heard a peep since the Rosenthals of the world "broke" the story of his impending canning...

Think Acta will be given second half to earn a renewal…

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yes, not signed for next year...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

Unfortunately yes, we were passing it around post game last 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 Jul 12, 2009 2:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

Just when I thought I couldn't be more embarrassed you mistreat a legend...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

No way.....mall corporate decisions are glacial...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

Looks like the first half is going to end with a quick 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 Jul 12, 2009 2:31 PM EDT reply actions  

The General's on his own in keeping the momentum going.....

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

Sit down, Pence. Sit down, Pudge. Zimmermann's got the heeet...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Kazuo down looking, Zim(n) strikes out the side...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

1st inning run on E enrages Dead Eyez...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Keep the pitch count down, DCMR....... and get your own hits

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nieves doubles to right to start the third, Chase it Pence!!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Leadoff double for Wil......... let's go!!!

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Swing away, Jordan!!!!!!........ RBIz.....

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

Should've listened to Cat Daddy, K's trying to bunt...now Nyjer will have to knock Nieves in...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

OK maybe Nick will knock him in...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

With no GIDP, bunting with two strikes is stupid...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

And proven to be so by Zim(n)...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

+ 100%

Heck…just swing away the whole at bat.

by RoscoeNats on Jul 12, 2009 2:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

Before they throw a pitch next Spring, Mandatory Bunting practice...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

I think they need to do bunting practice with real pitchers and not batting practice pitching.

by RoscoeNats on Jul 12, 2009 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Bunting practice in the bullpen daily..... while the team is not taking infield...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Leadoff double wasted...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Down in order again, ZIMMER-MANN!! ZIMMER-MANN!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

6 pitch inning for Zimm!!!.....back on track for the complete game

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Stras, Zim(n), Lannan, Detwiler, Smarty/Bally/??? I believe...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

Don't say it, GS...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

STRASBURG WILL SIGN!!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

I've commissioned another cartoon to address this situation...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Didn't sign the Boras client, either....... That Roscoe...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah, maybe we can trade him for someone exactly like him........

Trade mongerer!!!

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 2:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Heh, took me 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 Jul 12, 2009 3:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

heh,.....perennial fan prospect.......... untradeable

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

Bring back Bonifacio!!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

Alright, Zim(n) you must have recognized by now that you'll have to be doing this yourself today...

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 Jul 12, 2009 2:59 PM EDT reply actions  

No, lead-off walks make the baby raccoons cry...

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

The joy from yesterday has turned to nervousness...... only cookies stop the tears...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

Tell #3 that reward cookie was mine, greedy raccoon...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

#3 pays no attention..........still cleaning up crumbs....

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

but I hear quiet snickering...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hey, NatsTown™!

NN got it workin’… where the bats and the gloves?

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 2:59 PM EDT reply actions  

Already on ASG...

Hello, Mr. House!

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

ASGB...

B for Break…

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

Berkmann gets LISTACHED!!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:02 PM EDT reply actions  

+ out at the plate by 20 feet......

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

Saw the replay--it was definitely under the yellow line.

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:03 PM EDT up reply actions  

Minutemaid Fun House must be the inspiration for the wacky fences at Shea 2.0

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

I like how the LFer runs to that dark corner on flies that may clear the stupid boxes...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

YOU ARE OUT BERKMAN!!! Who let Listach coach third for the Astros...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:02 PM EDT reply actions  

Great, now we get to play follow the yellow line...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:02 PM EDT reply actions  

NOT A HR, it's clear...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:03 PM EDT reply actions  

That OF line is 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 Jul 12, 2009 3:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

Big TV and a Crowd Meter so the fan vote decides it...

Was that a HR? Fans: YES!!!!!!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

Don't give Selig ideas....... the AL goes for it....

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

RAAAAR! I MAKE U GROUND OUT WEAKLY!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

How aboot some support for the Zimmenator...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Gonzo to start...

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

The General's the only one helping...though his E was costly...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

+ the second "n"........ -spelling police

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

Zimmennator...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

Zimmannator?

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

GoNNzo with a leadoff line-drive single!!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

wiseguy......

ack,,,,,, double play wipes out the Genneral…..

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

Personally, I'm looking away from that infield. Or maybe just covering my eyes.

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Dunn, Hammer or Eldred...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Pay Strasburg!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

-$...

I don’t think Elvis and the General up the middle are the long-term solution. They’re serviceable players, but probably league-average at best. As for Dunn at first? Ugh, I cover my eyes again…

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

I say Beimel moves, maybe 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 Jul 12, 2009 3:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

Trying to think of someone desparate for a SS...having hard time...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

That'd be like Vidro DH'ing in Seattle...

Hey, do the Mariners need a SS? They take all of DC’s castoffs…

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Make him pitch to you, NN! Don't hack! Get one to drive!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:19 PM EDT reply actions  

RAAAR! I MAKE BASE HIT!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

ahem........

from the previous AB…….

 Swing away, Jordan!!!!!!…….. RBIz….. by cat daddy3000

 Should’ve listened to Cat Daddy, by Ed Chigliak

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Outside of yesterday, the starting pitchers are our hottest hitters....

Don’t repress their athleticism, Manny!!!

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Zim(n)!!! listens!! Opposite field single!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

No more BUNTING!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

+ no more wasted outs...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

Zmann was a DH in college 1 year when he broke his jaw...

so the boy knows how to hit.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 3:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

Arghhh..... Y-Buntin' Manny-Y????

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

That's "Zmann"

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

RAAAR! I STRIKE U OUT!!

High heat gets Pudge…

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Back-to-Back!!!!

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

How do their pitchers do 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 Jul 12, 2009 3:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

Well, you slide a hand to the middle of the bat, square up, and catch the ball with the bat....

Simple…..

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:28 PM EDT up reply actions  

"I don't know why they can't get down a bunt" - manager Manny

“We tell them they have to get better. What else can we do? I don’t hold the bat for them.”

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

And I can't show them how to either...

but I can show you a bunch of stats hear in my pocket that says it’s not good to bunt.
Heh.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 3:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

hear = here

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 3:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

Fingers behind the bat, Lasto...behind the bat...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

Doesn't matter, 'cuz they anger NN and...

RAAAAR! I STRIKE U OUT!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Mr. House...(you've been prompted)...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

BOWDEN!!

What? It’s always appropriate.

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

After that Frank Robinson article never more so...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

I think we should tcampaign for a special Frank Robinson Day

(and if that’s not possible, then a burn Bowden day.)

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 3:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

in effigy, in effigy...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

Bowden bobble-effigy day?

Free book of matches for all fans 18+…

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

That'll end worse than Detroit Disco 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 Jul 12, 2009 3:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Of course, of course or

we just give everybody one of these:

Photobucket

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 3:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

Can't believe those are on back order...

Person in call center said it won’t arrive til September…

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Darn it!!!

And i warned ’em this would be a hot item.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

"Practice does not help........ we work hard!!!....... on something....."...-Acta

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

"Practice?" "We're talking about Practice?" "PRACTICE?"

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

Zim(n) 76 pitches through five...5 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 Jul 12, 2009 3:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Trademark double to start the sixth for Nick Johnson!!! NJ™

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Don't have to get out of a slump to move the runner, 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 Jul 12, 2009 3:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

No, not by Moehler, please...?

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

Cy Moehler is a stiff...... Y-Nats-Y????

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Big Bluffy gets big walky........ HAMMER!!!!.....NOW!!!!

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Big Walkie takes the unintentional intentionals...

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Moehler wants no part of the Walker...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

3 HR in 2 days? C'mon Hammer!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

C'mon Hammer!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:42 PM EDT reply actions  

Battling to 3-2 after some hacks at junk...

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

TAKE YER BASE!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

C'mon Alberto, fly ball ties 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 Jul 12, 2009 3:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

CLEAR THE BASES!!!!....... or walk in a run....

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

Walks Hammer for the Red Hot General!!!!

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yes, yes it is........

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Be patient, AG!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

2-0!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

D'OH!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

GONNZO!!

The General up to lead the attack!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Only worse outcome would have be a GIDP...

darn it.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 3:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

On a 2-0 pitch after two walks...on a bender...seems like a good idea...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

failure....... now AH...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

The Pitchers have been pretty clutch 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 Jul 12, 2009 3:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

That's so yesterday....

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Okay, AndyHands, here's your chance!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:46 PM EDT reply actions  

$8M buys a lot of cushions...

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Poor Splinter Butt...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

NO sympathy for Kearns

He’s making $8 million to sit.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 3:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

Kearns' presence, as the only batter yesterday to not get a hit, has poisoned the well today...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

ROFL

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 3:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

C'mon A-Hands...You can dooo 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 Jul 12, 2009 3:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Or strand another three...

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Leadoff Double #2 wasted...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

At least Johnson got to third...

It’s the little victories…

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Working their way home....... were told to make sure they touch the bag, so they stop at the next one, just to be sure

DONKEY!!!!

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

No, apparently he can't.

Nats fail.
Awful, just bloody awful.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 3:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Later, wxg...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

You're going to miss the comeback 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 Jul 12, 2009 3:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

At least it got DCMR angry...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

GoNNzo made a nice play for the first out--good throw.

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

86 pitches...... Let Zimmnn bat!!!!

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

THE GENERAL making Guzman expendable!!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:54 PM EDT reply actions  

My choice, as well.......... Rizzo, you on the phone?

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

He was a DH!!!!. Knock out Moehler

Jordan has the bat, and signals the Nats Faithful on the railing!!!!

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 3:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

LET ZIM(N) STAY!! LET ZIM(N) STAY!!! Quick sixth and due up in 7th...

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 Jul 12, 2009 3:56 PM EDT reply actions  

LET NN SWING!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 3:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

RBIZ!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

Could have hit a dinger....... thanks, Manny...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:03 PM EDT up reply actions  

"Blocker" singles again...Zim(n) still can't 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 Jul 12, 2009 4:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

Do not BUNT!!!!!

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

Not WELL, at least...

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

Okay, that one was good.

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

Better score Nieves now.......Zimmnn knocks Moehler out of the game with the Mighty Sac Bunt...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

RAAAR! I CHASE U OUT!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah! That's the way to bunt...

finally.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

I never get tired of reading the variations of that......

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nyjer Morgan!! (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 Jul 12, 2009 4:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

Moehler's done...Arias coming out of pen...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

SUCCESSFUL SAC BUNT!!!! ZIM(N)!!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

Na-Na-NYGER!!!

BASE HIT—2 on.
C’mon Nats.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:05 PM EDT reply actions  

NYJER!!

Flairs one into LF to put runners on the corners! RBI chance for teh two-spot!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Name looks like one of our silly acronyms...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

Morgan singles!!!!!

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Morgan steals!!!!

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

and steals 2nd.

Way to go Nyger.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

And swipes second easily!!

Takes away the DP…

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

I love that steal.

That was a move I pulled alllll the time in Ken Griffey Jr.’s baseball franchise growing up.

by Chris Pendley on Jul 12, 2009 4:06 PM EDT reply actions  

3-0 to "Two-Spot"...let Zimmerman be a HERO!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

Missed out yesterday, time to contribute.......Go ZIM!!!!

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

"Give me a Nyjer Morgan, and sure, I'll run..." (paraphrasing)

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

Run you out of the 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 Jul 12, 2009 4:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

16 whats????

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Quiet, you jinxer!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Don't make us throw the Jinx FAQ at you, it's dictionary-sized right now...

Will publish it 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 Jul 12, 2009 4:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

None? Or a lot?

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

It's nice to have the one day of false hope...

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

False hope's my favorite hope...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

It's the only kind in NatsTown™...

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

ALL STAR IMMUNE TO JINXS!!!!!!

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

Pop fly breaks hearts...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

Oh, you're getting a paragraph in the FAQ for that...

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

useless......

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

Radio guy made the baby raccoons all trembly........

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

C'mon Trade Value............ Scoutz!!!!

aw, you don’t walk to a contender, Nick….

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:07 PM EDT reply actions  

You do if it's the Sawks..

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

At least it wasn't a GIDP...

C’mon DONKEY.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:11 PM EDT reply actions  

DONKEY BALL!!

I’m calling it.

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

DONKEY BALL!!!!!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

Actually, I'm calling...

DONKEY BALL 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 Jul 12, 2009 4:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

3-1!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

A walk ties the game.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

3-1 count...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

Grounds into the dramatic shift...you predictable basta....

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

DANGIT!!

Mrs. Doghouse rolls her eyes and storms off to go the gym. “It’s p***ing me off!!!”

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

EPIC FAIL.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Radio failed at the defining moment...... Donkey=Goat...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

We may have a whole flock (herd?) today, hitting-wise...

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

Zim, Dunn, AH......... 0-10.......10 LOB......

I hear Julie Andrews……. lay-e-o, lay-e-o, lay-e-ooooo…….

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

Donkoat...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

Almost makes a "G" sound...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

The "G" is silent...... just like the bats.... sigh...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

As in Donk-o?

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

Programming note:

ESPN2 is showing last year’s All-Star Futures game while this year’s is in RAIN DELAY
…I think Smarty pitches in the eighth or ninth…

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:18 PM EDT reply actions  

NN quickly up 0-2 on Blum but catches him on the foot...

…uh-oh?

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:19 PM EDT reply actions  

Hunter "Double Play" Pence is up 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 Jul 12, 2009 4:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

Maybe on some teams...

not when the clowns are in town.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

Seeing-eye single...

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

Bunt that Pudge...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Crazy-eye Pudge coming 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 Jul 12, 2009 4:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

NN clangs one off his forearm, but ump says he was offering...

…probably a lucky break for JZ…

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

NN doesn't waste the chance, fanning teh Pudge...

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

Luck didn't hold.....

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

Oh, and I'm the Jinxer........

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

poor Pudge, got sort of hosed this AB, but

the Nats need all the help they can get.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

Matsui? Really? Ughs...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Cool, a Zim/Zim(n) chat at 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 Jul 12, 2009 4:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Z-mennn?

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

Look, a team that scores with men on base...

…FAILFAILFAIL! Hey, why not walk the pitcher now? Awesome!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

Zim walks pitcher, done...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

And Manny makes the call just a 2 batters too late...

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Eh, he's still learning.

I have to keep reminding myself…

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:28 PM EDT up reply actions  

Cue bullpen explosion and 1st half curtain...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

And boy do I need an intermission...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

ZNN had nothing when he came out this inning.

But hope trumped reason and vision — and failed. Again.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

Who you gonna believe, hope or your own lying eyes?

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nothing Manny could do......He told Jordan not to let them hit the ball. Not his fault Jordan doesn't listen...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert onmath

to know that young pitcher plus late innings plus no run support equals manager fail.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

Joe "I Love LA" Beimel on for Zim(n)...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Joe's got the beard working again.

Maybe he won’t shave until he’s traded to LA.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

Direct quote from Dave Trembley’s presser happening now…
Asked about second half and what they’ll work on…

“FUNDAMENTALS. That and approach as to how you play the game. And playing the game with pride…and a little bit better attention to detail.”

To me, that sounds better than…they gave me crappy players so we’re crappy.

by RoscoeNats on Jul 12, 2009 4:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Yep, but I continue to maintain...

that Manny doesn’t understand fundamentals enough to emphasize them. He hides behind his stats.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Feh, sounds like the same BS they all say...........

“From now on, we’re going to blahblahblah….”

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hammer trying to hit his way out of town...

Guess no one told him the RZO likes 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 Jul 12, 2009 4:36 PM EDT reply actions  

TAD-ASAP.......

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hope he blows a game against DC to break the Marlins 9-0 dominance...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

"Marlins'"

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Wil Nieves....... Who?......Wil Nieves........

funny radio…

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Nieves keeps hope alive...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

WELL FOR ME IT DOES!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

RALLY CAPS ENGAGE!!! FORM OF A RALLY!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

RALLY TIME!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

VALVERDE ON EARLY...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

GUZ TAKES BALL FOUR...CALLED A STRIKE...FULL COUNT...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

THE MIGHTY GUZ 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 Jul 12, 2009 4:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

Pretty Wil is 4-for-4!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

Why is he not starting more.........

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

He was batting .230something before tonight.... now he's .260something...

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Gimpy Bard has been there with his bat....... I guess he calls a good game, in lieu of the manager making any suggestions...

I still prefer Nieves defence…… who?….. Nieves……

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

Who is this Wil Nieves?

He must have spent major time with Eckstein while Bard has been the everyday catcher.
Thank goodness.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

Eckstien = teh JEEENYUS!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'll agree if he can get Kearns to do anything but kearns..

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

He had AK fixed early this season before he got plonked on the hand...

…can’t blame Ecky if AK goes back to his old unable-to-hit-pitches-inside ways…

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

It's not like AK doesn't have time to work on his swing.

For the money he’s making, he could hire a personal batting instructor to work with him all the time. He’s just not trying-enough.
Well, he’s trying my patience, but that’s about it.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

Looks like Manny's done with him...... except for the 9th inning glove...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

One expensive late-inning glove...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

and has only fielded the walkoff........

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

See, this is what I don't get about these guys...

the ones who are not living up to their skills or whatever – just sit and hope things will get better and complain about lack of respect. They should be working their butts off night and day to get better .

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

There's nothing he can do. He needs regular ABs to find his rhythm...

Bluegrass stares at navel….

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

I felt guilty for spelling it "genius" in my square front page 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 Jul 12, 2009 4:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

You have to save some of the insidery stuff

for the DC Faithful.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

MAKE HIM PITCH TO YOU GUZ!! WORK THAT COUNT!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:46 PM EDT reply actions  

TWELVE STRANDED!!

I AM FILLED WITH DESPAIR!!

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 4:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

10 hits, 0 R, 1 Astros' R on E still the GW...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

And it's time for Sports Goggles.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

The Clipp's on 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 Jul 12, 2009 4:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Oh, Donkey...lets a double drop in on the line...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nyjer Morgan speeds in to catch Blum's pop...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

I've never heard of that....... balk on the IBB.........

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

It's not a walk-off balk, but it's an intentional-walk-balk...that's new...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:57 PM EDT reply actions  

Clippard catches spike and falls of mound trying to give intentionals, 5-0 Houston...

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Never did that in Syracuse........

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 4:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

And Clipp balks in a run...

SIGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHhhh.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 4:57 PM EDT reply actions  

Is Nieves hurt? Or did he have his "bell" rung?

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 Jul 12, 2009 4:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

Caught a spike and pulled his groin.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 5:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

and Nieves pulls groin on the non-pitch?........wow....

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 5:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

3 outs to get 5 runs...

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 Jul 12, 2009 5:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Nyjer Morgan leads off the ninth...

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 Jul 12, 2009 5:04 PM EDT reply actions  

F-7......

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 5:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

Fly ball to left, 2 outs to get 5 runs...

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 Jul 12, 2009 5:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

Trademark single by Nick Johnson, NJ™

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 Jul 12, 2009 5:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

Radio guys missed it.......talking about Disco Demolition Night.....

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 5:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

S'okay..... scouts and Nats Faithful have roscoed.already...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 5:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

They almost missed another DP from 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 Jul 12, 2009 5:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Whew,,,,,,,,,,, not 17.......

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 5:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Dunn to end the first half of '09? HR????

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 Jul 12, 2009 5:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

Uh......... bets are off......... I figure K 'cause Ima Jinxer

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 5:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

2-2 count...

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 Jul 12, 2009 5:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

At least he's swinging.......

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 5:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

At air

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 5:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ima Jinxer........ K's swinging to end the first half in Donkey style......

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 5:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

Pure Donkey Style!!!!

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 Jul 12, 2009 5:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

Y-Dunn-K-Y...

26-61 after the so-called first half of ’09.

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 Jul 12, 2009 5:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

61......... used to be a number of greatness.......

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 5:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Was tarnished by others, not 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 Jul 12, 2009 5:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

You know, this team reminds me of that camp song...

that goes on forever:

Same song, second verse
Could get better, but it only gets worse

Same song, third verse
Could get better but it only gets worse, etc.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 5:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

NatsTown City Anthem...

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 5:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

Chow? You talkin' about chow?....Chow?........ (three pairs of eyes stare intently)

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 5:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hey, they had pre-game cookies...

But these losses are draining, and they need to keep up their strength.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 5:16 PM EDT up reply actions  

They say dessert does not make a meal.......

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 5:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

Punchin' out to enjoy the rest of my Sunday.

Anyone watching the Derby? I know you’re watching the All-Star Game, don’t abandon Zim!!!

Later all…

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 Jul 12, 2009 5:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Later...

Thank goodness we don’t have to see any Nats’ losses for a few days.

The two most important things in life are good friends and a strong bullpen. - Bob Lemon -

by MissB on Jul 12, 2009 5:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

What are roids????

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 Jul 12, 2009 5:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

Thanks Fearless Leader for leading us through the 1st half wilderness....... how do we get outa here, btw?

Dunn's bat, Nyjer Morgan's speed, skills, Dukes' arm, bat, that's an OF...(sorry, Hammer!) - EC

by cat daddy3000 on Jul 12, 2009 5:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

11 hits, no runs... another balked-in run...

…always a new way to lose in NatsTown™. Here’s hoping for better playing in the second half.

"It's not a secret, you don't need to be an expert on math to know that walks plus errors equals runs...." --Mannyger Acta

by Doghouse on Jul 12, 2009 5:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

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