GameThread: Washington Nationals At Milwaukee Brewers - Game 101 Of 162.
by Patrick Reddington on Jul 29, 2009 6:44 PM EDT
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Washington Nationals
@ Milwaukee Brewers
Wednesday, Jul 29, 2009, 8:05 PM EDT
Miller Park
Clear. Winds blowing out to center field at 5-10 m.p.h. Game time temperature around 70.
?'s For The DC Faithful...
• Why Don't The Nationals Want Mike Rizzo As Their Full-Time GM?
• Is Nick Johnson Going To Be Here On Saturday?
• Did The Phillies Just Lock Up The NL East By Signing Former Expos' Prospect Cliff Lee?
• Will Dunn Hit Another One?
• Who Gets Mock'd Tonight?
DC Starting Lineup...(courtesy of Washington Post writer Chico Harlan)
- NMIMH - CF
- The Guzzzz - SS
- The Hammer - LF
- THE KIDS CALL HIM ZIM!! - 3B
- Nick NICK Johnson JOHNSON - 1B
- Ronnie B. - 2B
- AK - RF
- The Bard - C
- MOCK'D - SP
LINKS:
Manny Parra
#26 / Pitcher / Milwaukee Brewers
6-3
210
L
L
Oct 30, 1982
'09 Stats - (4-8, 6.42 ERA), 16 GS, 82.2 IP, 101 H, 62 R, 59 ER, 10 HR, 48 BB, 71 K's, 1.80 WHIP, ERA+ = 66, 5.2 BB/9, 7.7 K/9, 1.48 K/BB, .299 BAA.
vs DC - (0-0, 5.56 ERA), 2 GS, 11.1 IP, 13 H, 7 ER, 1 HR, 3 BB, 12 K's, 1.41 WHIP, .289 BAA.
Origin Story - Milwaukee Brewers' 26th Round pick, 778th overall in 2001.
Garrett Mock
#49 / Pitcher / Washington Nationals
6-3
240
R
R
Apr 25, 1983
'09 Stats - (0-4, 7.06 ERA), 15 G, 2 GS, 21.1 IP, 33 H, 22 R, 17 ER, 11 BB, 14 K's, 2.03 WHIP, ERA+ = 61, 4.6 BB/9, 5.8 K/9, 1.27 K/BB, .363 BAA.
vs MIL - (0-1, 6.35 ERA), 2 G, 1 GS, 5.2 IP, 5 H, 4 R, 4 ER, 2 HR, 5 BB, 10 K's, 1.76 WHIP, .217 BAA.
Origin Story - Arizona Diamondbacks' 3rd Round pick, 86th overall in 2004. 8/7/06 - Traded w/ LHP Matt Chico to the Washington Nationals for RHP Livan Hernandez.
Federal Baseball.com Predicts...The FUTURE!!!
July 16, 2009 - Ed Chigliak, in an article entitled, "SB Nation's Mid-Season NL East Roundtable":
Ed Chigliak (Federal Baseball): I was already laying the groundwork for a Nick Johnson to San Francisco for Jonathan Sanchez rumor since Sanchez was struggling all season and a Johnson deal seems regrettably inevitable, then Sanchez had to go and ruin it with his no-hitter this week. I can't think of an instance of a pitcher with a no-hitter being traded in the same year he threw a no-no...unless you count DC starter (currently Triple A Syracuse starter) Shairon Martis, who threw a rule-shortened no-no in the '06 WBC and was traded to Washington that summer...
July 29, 2009 - Roy Halladay still likely to get traded from Toronto - SI.com's Jon Heyman
The Nationals requested Jonathan Sanchez in a package for Johnson, and that might have been a fair request before Sanchez's no-hitter.
For my next trick, watch me pull a rabbit out of my hat...
READING MATERIAL...
MASN on DC's General Manager -
• MASN Sports - Phil Wood - "What's Up With Rizzo?"
"...I also told them I'd heard that Gerry Hunsicker, Senior VP of baseball Operations for the Tampa Bay Rays had been contacted about the (Nationals' GM) job. They'd heard the same thing."
• Baseball Beginnings - "Q&A with Nationals prospect Michael Burgess, OF
Scouting professional prospects and identifying future major leaguers
For A Brewers Fan's Perspective, Check Out The SBN's Milwaukee Brewers Blog:
Who's Watching The Nationals?
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Interesting lineup...
Leaving LF empty is enough better than having Dunn in LF that we can have Hammer learn how to play RF by watching Kearns?
"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
They crunched the #'s and decided no one on the Brewers will hit to left tonight...
Wise-acre…
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 7:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Anyone who would crunch the numbers is no longer with the team.
Nice try, though.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 7:08 PM EDT up reply actions
No Dunn
I want a power hitter in the lineup
Morgan? Again?
I’ll take singles and stolen bases
Go Nats!!!!!!!!!!!
Tonight's the night, cause I'm afraid of Gallardo...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions
thats the thing
why sit your best hiiter against theyre best pitcher? Sit Dunn tommorow…
You're being rational. That's half the problem.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 7:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Obviously not a baseball man. Does not know how to play the game Right Like Riggleman.
Gotta keep Kearns fresh off the bench for the stretch run, or he won’t be any good to anyone…
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 7:58 PM EDT up reply actions
i'm trying to learn
keys to succsess: kill your own momentum
Intentional walks are a useful tool.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:03 PM EDT up reply actions
Sac bunts win ballgames.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:03 PM EDT up reply actions
Gamers are the best type of players to have.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:03 PM EDT up reply actions
the best pitchers
are the ones who take the ball every 5th day
Pitching through pain is a sign of manliness.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:05 PM EDT up reply actions
pitch counts are for sissies
pay no attention to the franscisco liriano’s and mark prior’s behind the curtain
Stealing bases disrputs the pitcher. Do it whenever you can, and who cares about the consequences.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions
hahaha
the two of us collectively could be dusty baker… we pretty much outlined his entire philosophy
There are still a few we missed.
Veterans know how to play the game.
Trust your eyes, not the numbers. (The Dayton Moore Corollary.)
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:13 PM EDT up reply actions
ahhhh
“there’s a heartbeat to this game” as mr. joe torre might say
my fav!
My sides are splitting, guys..............
“the two of us collectively could be dusty baker…”
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions
TINM!
Morgan is hitting .389 (22 games), fourth-best in baseball for July. His 13 stolen bases are tops. Just as relevant: The metrics that measure fielding, even as the sample size increases, only reaffirm the best-case hopes. UZR/150 measures how many runs above or below average a player is defensively over 150 games. Among the 45 players who’ve played at least 200 innings in center this year, Morgan’s UZR/150 (25.8) is second-best in baseball. (DeWayne Wise of the White Sox has a 28.8 UZR/150.)
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
5-straight! (clapclap)!! 5-straight! (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 Jul 29, 2009 8:07 PM EDT up reply actions
clap clap clap!
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
oh, i thought tonight was Gillardo
my bad rigs, my bad
Dibble's not letting you follow him on Twitter because of that now.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Guz strikes out
Is it bad that my first thought was “at least the AB was more than 2 pitches”?
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
ZIM WALKS TO BRING 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 29, 2009 8:14 PM EDT up reply actions
Nick "Five-Spot" 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 Jul 29, 2009 8:15 PM EDT up reply actions
out of curiousity...
when was the last time kearns got a start?
the fate of the pejorative hangs in the balance
AK got a couple starts last week.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
7/21 vs NYM...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions
well whattaya know
most have blocked that from the memory
Kearns has provided exactly 1 memory this year...was a good one 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 29, 2009 8:23 PM EDT up reply actions
7/21 in NY...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions
What'd he do?........2-4 with 2 RBIs?
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions
0-3, walk and a K...
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 8:23 PM EDT up reply actions
Trademark single for Johnson scores Willingham from second, NJ™, 1-0 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 29, 2009 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions
NMIMH!!!!
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions
In other news
the Pirates continued to trade all their good players er.. except Hanny.. They do this every year
But they're getting stuff for them this time.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:24 PM EDT up reply actions
Some interesting minor league stuff too.
Patterson released. Trade imminent?
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOoooooooooooooooooo
woo
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Uh-ohs...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 8:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Padilla 2 for 4
Storen still perfect. Or should that be… St0.00ren.?
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Nice catch by Nyjer!
That was an odd feeling, watching him go after that …. I actually knew he was going to catch it. What on earth? Is this …. confidence in defense?
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
lol
Just like i knew we were going to win yesterday… its all new here at Natstown.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Hey Carp!
According to UZR, Nyjer’s prevented about 5 runs above average in CF. Isn’t it magic what the internet can do for you?
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:24 PM EDT up reply actions
Chico's making it alright to talk UZR...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 8:27 PM EDT up reply actions
The education of the fans will be the greatest thing for baseball in this city.
Seriously. I suspect half the reason I’m interested in the Royals is because so many great, knowledgeable writers follow that team. This can only mean good thing.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:28 PM EDT up reply actions
That comes later.
But seeing Moore and Hillman get eviscerated makes me think people are listening and they’re not going to get baffled by front office smokescreens.
(Seriously, go find some articles on the Betancourt trade. That is some well-written evisceration the likes I haven’t seen since I left the South.)
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:31 PM EDT up reply actions
I'll just bring two guys in, but that'll get you started.
Rany Jayazerli has a vicious two-part (I and II) piece; Joe Posnanski has three that I can find (I, II, III) but I think he wrote more. You can probably Google some of the rest, but …,man, I’d kill for that kind of well-written wrath from time to time.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Seeing the Seattle bloggers go crazy-go-nuts happy over their stats-intelligent FO gives me hope.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:38 PM EDT up reply actions
In the pregame the Times reported that Riggles doesn't think there will be any trades.
If anything…Beimel seems to be the mover?
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
If anyone needs me, I'll be over here. On fire.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions
I am happy my HD is back tonight.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
The more they say no deals, the more nervous I get waiting to see who they trade...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 8:27 PM EDT up reply actions
alll*
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:31 PM EDT up reply actions
+25...
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 8:33 PM EDT up reply actions
He held onto the bat while kearnsing at that one in the dirt?
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 8:35 PM EDT up reply actions
Big zero for Mock. This is a real important start for establishing him in the rotation.
2 more bad starts for him and might be time to bring Martis back.
I suspect with all the pitching prospects for the Nats
2 more bad starts for Mock and we might not see him up here again…
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Maybe they should move him to the pen...(laughs and 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 Jul 29, 2009 8:31 PM EDT up reply actions
He could be Hanrahaned.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Yeah, the young guys have to pitch with urgency now with the AAAA depth.
I sure do hope that Martin sticks around. I like strikethrowers and he’s a nice story.
he could afford it
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Parra just got MOCK'd!!! Single to right while everyone's thinking 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 29, 2009 8:35 PM EDT reply actions
Until Hammer K'd, his AB really stuck out there.......
Josh back to earth with RISP….
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Guz fights back natural urges, takes first pitch...singles on 1-1 fastball!!! 2-0 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 29, 2009 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Uh-oh!! This is Kearns' thing....
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Hammer's thing...Kearns' thing is Kearnsing...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions
What the Guzman?
Has someone told him he should have done this last week so that the Mariners could have tried to shop us Jeff Clement and a couple of decent pitching prospects?
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 8:38 PM EDT reply actions
damn shame isnt it
If we could move Guz – we could call up Desmond and have a future.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
A fu- 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 Jul 29, 2009 8:39 PM EDT up reply actions
A Strasburg?
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
In 2010?
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions
...and Arrrr...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Is Desmond ready now?
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:40 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, the Pirates do hoard the C/1B types.
Doumit, Craig Wilson, Clement…
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Not sure Clement's ever going to catch again
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 8:40 PM EDT up reply actions
But I'd still take him and his contract/power production
As a long-term replacement for NJ over at first. He hasn’t done anything but DH all year in Tacoma, though.
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions
I think Seattle had soured on him as a C.
That doesn’t mean he’s incapable of it, just that the Mariners didn’t want him to do it, if that makes sense.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Bad knees
His glove wasn’t great there, but he hadn’t caught a game since April, and the word was that his constant knee problems had a lot to do with that.
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 8:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Hm. I take it back, then.
He may still be catching off and on; I suspect the Pirates would try it at least, because his bat at C is much more valuable than his bat at 1B.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Not 100 games, no.
But he may be able to do 15-20 a season.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Guz up 3-1 with bases loaded...This chump's gonna walk 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 29, 2009 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions
And he does, 3-0 Worldbeaters!!
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Man, I gotta train you to respond in the right subthread. :)
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:43 PM EDT up reply actions
ha it does take practice
took me a week or so
But he's been here for years
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:44 PM EDT up reply actions
That'd work for my fantasy team........
Seriously, though. Best thing that could have happened to him. Even though the Pirates are already pretty deep at C and 1b, the Mariners had clearly just decided they never wanted to give him a shot. He destroyed AAA in 2007 and 2008, was having a good year there this year (not as good, but there’s a good shot he was bored with the level). Seattle’s response, despite somehow staying in the race until late July in spite of Kenji Johjima (.297 OBP with 3 homers), Rob Johnson (don’t even need to go there), Mike Sweeney (.297 OBP with 3 homers), and Ken Griffey Jr. (.211/.325/.375) eating up all those ABs where Clement’s bat would have made so much sense, was to keep him in Tacoma all year.
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 8:44 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, the Rob Johnson over Clement decision is weird.
Still, that was their FO’s decision and the Pirates may reap the benefits. With that being said, both teams could end up winning the deal, since Snell was done with the Pirates too. Both players could benefit from a new organization.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Not saying it's a horrible deal for either team
I will say this, and I’m not completely dogging Rizzo when I say this.
I would kill to have Neal Huntington as the GM of this team. Took a look at his team, realized that the ceiling for it this season was to finish 10-15 games under .500. Instead of sitting on the veteran bats with expiring contracts, he’s made several really strong moves. In a few cases, he didn’t even decide that he had to wait until a day or two before the trade deadline to do so, also. I like the Sanchez for Alderson deal, too.
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 8:50 PM EDT up reply actions
That's one heck of a deal.
Sanchez has an offensive skillset I hate (batting skill defined largely by BABIP), and Alderson’s not bad at all. Huntington’s done a good job so far; early returns are that he’s changed the way everyone thinks in their front office. If only, right?
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:52 PM EDT up reply actions
I love how every time that they've made a trade, though
Everyone talks about how rough it must be to be a Pirates’ fan. Try being a Nats’ fan who is in what’s probably a worse situation with the roster and watching your GM NOT make moves.
Deals I can think of that he’s made so far:
- Bay for Andy Laroche, Brandon Moss, and Craig Hansen (shrug…. I like Laroche, but Hanson and Moss haven’t shown me anything)
- Xavier Nady and Damaso Marte for Jeff Karstens, Ross Ohlendorff, and Jose Tabata (Tabata still has a futrue….. Karstens and Ohlendorff have been league average [if not better] starters.
- Morgan and Burnett for Milledge and Hanrahan (Like our short-term return so far, and don’t think it’s a bad return in the long-term. Still, Milledge’s potential ceiling [that I don’t think he’ll ever reach] makes the deal worthwhile for Pitt)
- Adam Laroche for a couple of ’spects from Boston (not a great return, but some organizational depth for a malcontent)
- Nate McLouth for Gorkys Hernandez, Charlie Morton, and Jeff Locke (most importantly, opened space for McCutchen…. Hernandez has leadoff potential. Morton’s pretty much big-league ready. Don’t know a lot about Locke)
- Wilson and Snell for Clement, Cedeno, and three pitching prospects (I could make a case that Clement is the best player in that deal… right now)
- Sanchez for Alderson (Alderson doesn’t project as an ace, but should fit a little below that. Outstanding control/command pitcher who is pretty close to the bigs despite being only 21)
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions
Holy Crap. Another bases loaded walk
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
Whoohoo
They look like us a few months ago!
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Single'em in, Nick!!!
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 8:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Nothing too showy...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 8:45 PM EDT up reply actions
funny game this baseball…
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
IMPROBABILITY!
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Gezz Louise
How much more will the Brew Crew take before they make a change…
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Man it's nice to hear those Brew boos.
One of the fun things about being this bad is any success against another team is Def Com 3 for their organization.
Didn't belly end the last inning?
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
"Ronnie Belliard pops out behind 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 Jul 29, 2009 8:48 PM EDT up reply actions
In every blowout, some guy always goes 0-for-5.
It’s uncanny.
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 8:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Follow the leader, Mock...shut these chumps down 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 29, 2009 8:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Heh...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 8:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Out of the way, Kearns, Morgan's 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 Jul 29, 2009 8:53 PM EDT up reply actions
He's got the whole outfield covered
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
I was glad to see Morgan say "my bad" to Kearns for that.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
I can read lips, he actually said, "Just stand there."
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 8:58 PM EDT up reply actions
Does Nyjer have a motorcycle? He can ride the bases.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
That would make a good song title.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
lol A Kearns walked
it’s bleak…when we are cheering a walk from Kearns… I mean its good… but its still…not much
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Kearns can take pitches!!
"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
Mock cannot bunt, was better off swinging...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 9:02 PM EDT up reply actions
That's Frank Robinson, "Oh, you're going to do it." -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 29, 2009 9:03 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm not against doing it. For the double play avoidance
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
but the double play
is not a foregone conclusion…
well no
But with a pitcher its a high prob that he’ll either K or ground out…
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Of course
But im guessing a guy who cant even bunt…probably isnt going to knock one in.
Ideally, a sac bunt is the better, more positive play… but if not…dont let him damage it with a DP.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Riggles dugout interview after the break.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
Hope he yells at the MASN folks in one of his trademark inspirational rants...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 9:04 PM EDT up reply actions
You can't be okay with having a mediocre broadcast--it's isn't fair to the fans.
"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
I don't understand what that phrase means.
"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
Likes chicken and steak AND donuts
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
mmmm donuts.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Heh, I was just teasing about Belly--his range has been shrinking a bit lately...
"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
Plunk Lopez!
I never liked him
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Did morgan just push it over the wall?
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
NOT A 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 29, 2009 9:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Clearly...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 9:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Totally going to get Citi Fielded...
Kidding, that was a HR, this is not…
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 9:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Looks like an appeal... C&D are saying no HR...
"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
Bingo.
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Its HR on ESPN tracker?
is it ruled out?
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Watching replay and...NO 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 29, 2009 9:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Brewers feed admitting that it shouldn't be a homer
So unlike the Mets crew………
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 9:08 PM EDT reply actions
It's like the Brewers announcers actually want the umps to get the call right
And not just do whatever would work in the Brewers’ favor!
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 9:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Triple?
BOOOOOOOOO!
"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
Ehhhh, two bases for the legit double and one for screwing up the call?
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:11 PM EDT up reply actions
OMG!
This is COMPLETELY DIFFERENT TO EARLIER IN THE SEASON!
Now we are getting these calls???!!
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
AVERAGE(ABILITY)!
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:11 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm not sure Counsell was going to score
Didn’t see where he was, but I would think that he would have been going halfway with one out
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 9:11 PM EDT reply actions
With the way that ball was hit? I'm okay with it.
Review saved the Nats a run. Shhhhhh.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Aaaaaaaand oh well
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:13 PM EDT up reply actions
I rewound. The batter was halfway to third when the ball hit the cutoff man.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
The replay showed that, too.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions
In other words, should have been called a double with Counsell on third
Figured
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions
Braun would've likely beat a throw to third if I saw it correctly.
He was maybe 40’ away, not 60’.
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Ah..... assumed you meant Counsell
Was halfway to third, since (1 out), you would think that he would have been only going halfway, and it looked like Morgan retrieved the ball pretty quickly.
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 9:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Then again, maybe not
As a hockey fan, I’m giddy! The Brewers announcers said that went right through the five hole!
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 9:13 PM EDT up reply actions
Bard doesn't really have much in the way of a butterfly style
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions
Like a playoff Varlamov...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 9:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Actually, exactly like a Game 7 Varlamov.
Man, being at ground zero is going to be fun this season.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Now THIS is vintage Nats.
3B+WP = HR…
"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
So I didn't realize Guzman was up.
I just kind of assumed it was him after he swung at the first pitch.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
Is Guz only hitting with RISP now? What the heck?
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
Go up and hack, guys! Parra's in the zone, so no use taking...
"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
Luckily, there's Nick "I don't swing at junk" 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 Jul 29, 2009 9:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Parra's up fourth. Anybody have the pitch count?
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
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
Uh...didn't swing at junk at least???
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 9:23 PM EDT up reply actions
Hammer taking lessons from Guz
Swings at the first pitch himself. Maybe they don’t want to see Parra out of the game so fast and realized that his pitch count was getting up there………
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 9:18 PM EDT reply actions
So.... is Mock in trouble?
"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
That was just meatball city.
Cameron beat the tar out of that.
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:26 PM EDT up reply actions
this isnt even
Mock’s fault… these guys arent major league pitchers
you need to bring a dependable arm in here
Or 3 arms, but it's not going to accomplish anything of note this season and it'll hurt future years.
Might as well shellshock a guy or two who won’t figure into long-term plans and keep the kids who’ll be actual future starters ready to roll.
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:29 PM EDT up reply actions
it dosent have to hurt future years
bring in a guy who’s relatively young that can pitch…
I wouldnt give away any young pitching to get one, id give away offense
mock stays
but hes a AAA pitcher… let him develop
Eh, he's 26 and has done well in AAA.
He needs to learn how to pitch to ML players; if he can do that I think he’s okay on the back end of a rotation, but there’s only one place he can learn that (and it’s not Spring Training ::rimshot::).
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:33 PM EDT up reply actions
well
at 26 he is pretty much peaking in terms of athletic ability… its either now or never for Mock IMO
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
IIRC pitchers peak closer to 30.
Hitters do have a peak at 27 or around there.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:34 PM EDT up reply actions
well
Ive seen some that say around 28 for sabermetrics….but in any event… I think at 26, you’re at the age where you’ve got to show that you belong in a rotation… we’re not going to send him back to AAA until he’s 30 and then bring him up for a try.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Sabernomics even
dont know where my brain is this morning.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
The guys who do the Forecaster say 30's the peak for pitchers, but whatever. Not a big deal.
So this is the time for seeing if Mock can pitch at the ML level, at least.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:40 PM EDT up reply actions
well its all a bit relative – Stras will be in well before hes 28 or 30.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Yes (with the Padres!), but for a guy like Mock might as well do it now.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:42 PM EDT up reply actions
I've always heard the late 20s for pitchers
28, 29…. I think the point here is that Mock both has a lower ceiling than some of the younger guys and that he’s kind of at a make or break point. You’re better served running a 26 year old starter with a mid-level future and risking “ruining” him (which, honestly, I think this is pretty much what he is) than taking a 22-23 year old with a better future who would be better served getting some more time to develop out there.
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 9:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, that's all I'm getting at.
If he pans out, he’s a moderately valuable commodity for a couple of years (~ league average 4th/5th SP under team control). If not, whatever.
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:43 PM EDT up reply actions
yea, but hes only here
because of injury…. not to say he wasnt pitching well in the minors… but hes not a guy who belongs in a mlb rotation right now
Have to figure out if he'll belong at some point if you think he has a shot, though.
Really, what’s a better time to try out prospective pitchers in a MLB setting than this season?
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:36 PM EDT up reply actions
well
you have a point there… but you have a player who is ripe to be moved right now and you have a need to fill
i just feel like itd be a missed opp if willingham wasnt capitilized on..
Yes, but the Willingham trade - or prospective trade - has indirect bearing on giving Mock an honest shot.
It’s just the cost of the player replaced (and I’d rather have a guy who’s ready next year than one this year, anyway).
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:39 PM EDT up reply actions
mock
and martin can battle for that last rotation spot… im not against mock specifically, but in general there are too many of these sort of pitchers in the rotation
Mock, Martin, Martis, Battlestar. I'm not picky.
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:44 PM EDT up reply actions
trade bait
Pitching is nice little commodity – I wouldnt cry to trade one or two of these for other areas of need.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
If someone's idiotic enough to trade for a 5th starer, go for it.
But these are the kind of pitchers an organization should be able to churn out like candy – low-ceiling, under-team-control 5th starters. No sense in spending more than you have to for subpar production.
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:46 PM EDT up reply actions
agreed
i woulnt trade any of them… (no real value) they can develop… but when 3 of your starting 5 are Garret Mock’s.. it just dosen’t look good.
also who knows how olsen responds after surgery(hasnt really been good in his career yet anyway.)
just scary, thats all
Scary, but not surprising.
If the Nats were running a legitimate 3 starter out in the 3 starter spot they wouldn’t be in the situation they’re in.
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:51 PM EDT up reply actions
There's always the Pirates
:)
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Not any more, unfortunately.
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:50 PM EDT up reply actions
couldnt agree more
Now is the time. Position players too… Desmond could get some time.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Unless it's an older player getting moved, might as well let the kids ride it out.
Zimmermann and Lannan are the guys I care about this season; the rest ….well, may be useful.
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Agreed. Him or Dunn.
Any other pitcher who’d come back would be more filler.
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Ugh...Mike Cameron...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 9:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh, and now bad-carom shenanigans?
Ugh.
"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
Okay, after the Hardy hit, Mock may be in some trouble.
Let him work through it, though; he should be able to get out of this unscathed.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
I dont want to give up the 5 game win streak
Play this like its game 7
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
See? No worries.
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:33 PM EDT up reply actions
Guz shows his fantastic range... need a better SS, Royals?
"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
Juan Cruz hasn't worked for you, Dayton Moore. The Nats will take him off your hands.
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by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:35 PM EDT up reply actions
WHERE!?!
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
On the Orioles game. Got lucky to see her between innings.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
I was watching Bobby Cox get tossed again between innings...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 Jul 29, 2009 9:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Classiest arguments ever...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 9:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Hey Belliard Popped 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 29, 2009 9:35 PM EDT reply actions
Belliard up there hacking like Guz...
"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
Hey, another one-pitch out!
Way to be efficient, guys! No, wait a minute—
"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
Eh, Braun = Dunn in left...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 9:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Kearns got a hit...........almost
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
Man, Bard is sloooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooow.
And Dunn apparently got traded to the Brewers when we weren’t looking.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
"Bard around first, and hobbling into second base..."
I feel my legs twinge just hearing the description of him running…
"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
He looks to be in a lot of pain.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
If it was possible for Bard to look slower than he already is
Looked even more hurt than usual “running” that one out
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 9:38 PM EDT reply actions
Mock with the RISP chance...
…although Bard should really be on 3rd to count as a RISP.
"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
halfway down the line*
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:41 PM EDT up reply actions
I'd be the only person who'd appreciate an Adam Dunn Magic 8-ball Night, wouldn't I?
Three triangles – walk, K, HR. Come on, it’d be fun.
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
That would be
One of the greatest promotions ever. Get Bill Veeck on the horn!
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 9:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Meat of the order... down in order!
Mock’d?
"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
Mock gets a fly ball from Fielder, through five with the lead...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 9:45 PM EDT reply actions
The Guzzzzzzzzz hates you!!! DY Wave from second after a one-out double...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 9:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Nyjer can't get around Mt. Fielder on his bunt-single attempt, but Guz follows up with a double.
"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
WHY ARE YOU ALL HACKING?!
"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
see
this is what your entire lineup would be if you trade dunn… you all miss the big walky now, dont ya
The big who 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 29, 2009 9:51 PM EDT up reply actions
OK, 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 29, 2009 9:51 PM EDT up reply actions
But the Brewers wouldn't have three runs on the board if they traded Dunn....
Eric Berry for sending the guy who wins the Heisman spinning 720 degrees in the air at the podium - or for intercepting it and returning it to where it rightfully belongs
by Chris Pendley on Jul 29, 2009 9:52 PM EDT up reply actions
How is Parra two outs into the 6th? How did we not knock him out in the 4th?
TAKE SOME PITCHES. WORK SOME COUNTS.
"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
Nice night for Zimm so far
Pair of singles, pair of walks, pair of RBI
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 9:52 PM EDT reply actions
"Need more, need more," sez Mrs D. after high-fiving...
"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
No lead is too big...
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Lasto to be promoted Friday. Just in time for our 4 game set in the Burgh.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
Plunk Lastro
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Ugh, he's going to kill 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 29, 2009 9:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Never
I refuse to see that punk beat us.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Milledge's stats:
2009 Stats G Bavg OBP SLG HR RBI SB R 2B
IND (pit) AAA 15 .327 .429 .404 0 6 2 5 4
Cool! I can't wait to boo him!
"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
So you won't be saying, "Guzzz"?
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions
I dont care for stats
He sucks…
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
You know he will.
Will be interesting to see his tude toward the Nats’ players.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
We need an enforcer to plunk the little sucker
A bit of old fashioned chin music.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
heh
I was thinking Villone. Get him out of the game early.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
I'd suggest Daniel Cabrera but he'd probably throw a strike with the attempted plunking.
I’LL NEVER STOP!!!
!!!!!
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
That man is long gone
Stamp: Never to Pitch Again!
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
I heard he and WMP and DY are all hanging out at the beach. They're like lottery winners.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
DY is done
Looks like all those crazy guys are finished.
You only ever get 1 Jim Bowden in a lifetime.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
OK Riggs
’Bout time to pull the plug on Mock for the night
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 9:59 PM EDT reply actions
88 pitches...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 9:59 PM EDT up reply actions
And here comes Clip...
…lovely jam for him, too.
"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
C'mon Clip, hold this lead for MOCK!!
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Probably two batters too many
Was a little surprised to see him come back out for the sixth. He’d been looking pretty hittable the past couple of innings. With Clip not having pitched in a few days, he’s ready to go at least 2.
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 10:01 PM EDT reply actions
Great double play. I'll trade a run for 2 outs.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
Zim's RBI is big now...
…MOAR RUNZ PLZ!
"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
Caitlin takes me for a trip to the park, and you guys let the Brewers back in the game.....
Raccoons are acting all innocent with crumbs and powdered sugar all over their little faces….
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions
They didn't do anything...really.
It was already on the list that Riggles posts pre-game..the role for each bullpen pitcher.
Clearly, Clippard’s role tonight: Teh Goat.
Congratulations to Ricky Henderson, HOFer and the greatest lead-off hitter evah.
Ah, back to being Manny...
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 10:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Money groundball by Clip!
Though I love the old umpire saying Hardy checked his swing when his entire body fell through the zone……
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 10:05 PM EDT reply actions
He's money in the bank
That change up is nasty
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
BAD JINX
Oh dear…
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Geebus, who's loving Riggleman now?
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions
Aw, Clip...
"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
Well, their bullpen is struggling, right?
Or at least it would be if we could get to the starter a bit sooner…
"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
Yeah, this won't be a rally inning........
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 10:16 PM EDT up reply actions
TAKE SOME PITCHES!
"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
Hey, look, a two-pitch out!
Belliard shows TEH PAYSHUNZ!!
"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
Kearns already got his walk for the month.....what more can you ask of the greatest teammate ever?
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 10:20 PM EDT up reply actions
it really is
rediculous
hey rigs, there’s a reason these guys are bench players
Four pitches, two outs...
…maybe Bard can single off the wall…
"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
But, but, but Kearns kearnsed "sharply" to left.
Congratulations to Ricky Henderson, HOFer and the greatest lead-off hitter evah.
The Clippard failure...Not really the fault of Riggles.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
Five runs. Not really too shabby.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
just because they happened to score tonight
dosent mean this isnt a lineup with 4 deadspots in it
I agree. Just saying...5 runs is nice.
5 runs with one of the worst possible lineups…I’ll take it.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
nah it is, no question
but look how they performed in the middle innings… made things way too easy for parra and ended up paying for it
Thank you, PollyannatheRigglerfan
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions
Leaving Mock in too long...a bit of a mistake
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
I'm going to say sending Clippard back out
for the bottom of the 7th = playing with matches and kerosene.
Congratulations to Ricky Henderson, HOFer and the greatest lead-off hitter evah.
Whoa, there's a hanny worthy wild pitch.
Bard didn’t even try to grab it.
Congratulations to Ricky Henderson, HOFer and the greatest lead-off hitter evah.
Wayne Campbell: So, do you come to Milwaukee often?
Alice Cooper: Well, I’m a regular visitor here, but Milwaukee has certainly had its share of visitors. The French missionaries and explorers began visiting here in the late 16th century.
Pete: Hey, isn’t “Milwaukee” an Indian name?
Alice Cooper: Yes, Pete, it is. In fact , it’s pronounced “mill-e-wah-que” which is Algonquin for “the good land.”
Wayne Campbell: I was not aware of that.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
Does this guy know how to party, or what?!
"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
"and -plane goes by---------- youll need to find a doctor to pull it out again!"
“you kiss your mother with that mouth?”
Well, we won the series, 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
Jinxy???
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Burnett picks Braun off with Fielder up...well played, Braun...(about as well as the liner earlier)...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions
Nick needs to charge that ball a bit. Almost blew it again.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
BURNETT BRINGS TEH OUTZ!!
NOW LET’S BRING TEH RUNZ!!
"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
Riggleman says a day off is a day off...will not use Dunn...(ok, he didn't say 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 29, 2009 10:32 PM EDT up reply actions
Willie didn't need a day off........ shoulda been in LF.....
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Dunn, bat in hand, keeps giving Riggles the "put me in" eye...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Professional hitters always carry the bat........ Should have PH for Hammer....
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions
Dunn was on deck for Klipp last inning but we got Willie got the call instead.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
TAWH LEAD OFFS--PUT YOUR RALLY CAPS LOCK ON!
"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
NMIMH!!!!!
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:35 PM EDT reply actions
+2 bags!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:35 PM EDT up reply actions
I swear to god
someone should make a statue of this man…
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
NMIMH - EVERY NIGHT.
GO, NYGER, GO!!!!!
WOOHOO
Congratulations to Ricky Henderson, HOFer and the greatest lead-off hitter evah.
You may get your Hoffman wish tonight.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
He kind of stunk it up last night.
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
He knew he was on a pitch count so he could throw tonight. Will be much different in a save situation.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
Maybe it won't be a save.
The Nats could come back to life in the 9th, right?
Right?
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
NMIMH!!!!!!!!!!!
First to third on a wild pitch… Gotta love it!
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 10:35 PM EDT reply actions
THE CAPTAIN CONQUERS!!
"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
Note the replay
(Not real sure I like this, but) Eyes on the ball the whole time… who needs a third base coach. Of course, the Guz just Guzzed it. Next pitch wasted AB
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 10:36 PM EDT reply actions
got to score the run there..
bloody guz.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
GUZ-MON!!!!!!!!!
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Man on 3rd + 1 out = 0 runs = Loss...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions
couldve hit dunn for guz there
double switch and put hernandez at short…. no dice
You're confusing Riggles...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Guz had 2 hits in the game...may as well leave him in that spot.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
At least the Hoffman fan-lady will be happy...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Awwwww.
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
Fan-lady = fanboy? Did the best I could...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions
The Kensing decision doesn't make a whole lot of sense to me here
1-run game. Still have the meat of the order up for the ninth. All he’s likely to do is put it out of reach.
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 10:41 PM EDT reply actions
I see Logan on lists for next year........ I don't get it...
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions
FAIL!
"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
Yea its bizzare
its practically a close situation… its only 1 run.
And now a single.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
but with one out
all you need your hr hitter to do is hit one in the air… dunn has to bat there… its a run
Riggles' mistakes Guzman for a professional hitter when he's a hacker...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions
a proffesional
“my proficency at producing high numbers in an irrelevant stat gives me in baseball” hitter
*keeps me in baseball
screwin up my own burns here
kinda agree
Guz doesnt elevate the ball as much.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Winning managers manage to win.......... The 3-run homer last night was not normal for Guz...
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Dirty Joe warming for possibly the final time in a Nats uni
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 10:44 PM EDT reply actions
lol
Riggles has made few mistakes tonight…
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
That's never happened in a Nats dugout before. hee hee
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
Now runners on the corners no outs?
Ugh.
"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
Yet, Kensing stays on the mound.......
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions
It's baffling!
What’s baffling is that he’s in the majors….. hell…. that he’s not in Harrisburg!
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 10:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Rizzo sees things....... Kensing shouldn't be on anyone's roster...
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions
I just feel like I was getting greedy wanting 5 wins in a row...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:45 PM EDT reply actions
Yea I was going to say
Maybe we were winning too much and the word from the FO was to tone it back…
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Getting off track for #1 pick...ease back on the throttle, RIggles...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Riggler sympathizes with Macha and didn't want to show him up......
Ken doesn’t have Riggles as his bench coach, after all…
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 10:48 PM EDT up reply actions
I want a liner to Zim and a triple play. Is that too much to ask?
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
Well, they got 1 out.
Apparently, it was too much to ask.
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
it was as good as won tho
are there any good in game nanagers in baseball? seriously
I agree Riggles didn't do his best work tonight but this ain't the Phillies. It's the sucky ass Nats. Let's not lose focus.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
Riggles wants the team to practice coming back in the 9th...... they're a little rusty in that scenario...
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 10:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Only decision I'm faulting Riggles comlpetely for is the decision to bring in Kensing
Probably should have used Dunn (or anyone who wouldn’t just waste the AB) for Guzman. Probably shouldn’t have had Mock back out for the sixth. Clippard was the right move in the sixth… It just didn’t work out.
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 10:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Mock was left in for too long...
after giving up a lead off double…should have been pulled.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
i agree, he didnt mash the whole game
but one decision can break a game… you have your best hitter on the bench with a run that needs to come home…. cant excuse it
well that too
Not scoring with a runner on 3rd and 1 out is criminal in my book.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Honestly, they would have walked Dunn.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
LaRussa, Cox, Torre...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:50 PM EDT up reply actions
I don't watch AL baseball...(laughs)...just saw him (and Manny?) turn LA 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 Jul 29, 2009 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions
well torre has been sort of charmed
in that he gets saddled with this “best manager” label. Truth of the matter is, his teams of late have just had lots of talent…. nothing to do with him really.
In spite of him, I would argue
I concur on Cox and LaRussa.
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
tonight is another example
defense is not losing this team games. when they get decent pitching, they win
But weve got to win these close games
Left Mock in for too long…its not rocket science… we ALL would have pulled him out as he was getting shelled.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
We need to all fill out our applications for manager and send them to Stan.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
BEIMEL!
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
Might be one of his last DC outings...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions
He hopes you're right.
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
He's clean up for Torre already...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Has to shave those sideburns 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 29, 2009 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions
you'll miss his rugged good looks
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
I won't miss that WP...
"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
May have been scored a WP
But 90% of MLB catchers would have kept that in front of them 100% of the time
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 10:56 PM EDT up reply actions
At least he got out of the inning with no added scores.
Actually, he’s not really good looking..has sexy lips. That’s all.
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
I always thought he looked like he was on parole.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
What you didn't like his "rehab" beard...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 11:01 PM EDT up reply actions
All those tats on his arm man...
I reckon he’s killed people with his bare hands…
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
I'm sorry... there's no reason for Bard to be catching right now
His lack of mobility isn’t just hindering him on the basepaths.
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 10:54 PM EDT reply actions
I miss Jesus Flores...heck I miss Lo Du...phew, stopped myself...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Jesus Saves.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Hell's Bells time
Great… Now Zimm can hit a solo shot that would have tied it, but Kensing came in
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 10:57 PM EDT reply actions
ZimNickBel........... aw man......
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 10:58 PM EDT up reply actions
Probably not Bel, though.
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
"Trevor Time"? Not too impressive with the marketing...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 10:58 PM EDT reply actions
Hoff Time!
Works on so many levels.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Old Dog + New Tricks theory proved wrong by Hoffman's 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 Jul 29, 2009 11:00 PM EDT up reply actions
+500
WTF indeed.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
The 0-4 and 5 LOB wasn't enough?????
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 11:03 PM EDT up reply actions
It's Dunn's night off.
Bah.
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
Belliard's role = Teh Goat X 10
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
Nick with a hit and Belly still bats. Dunn on deck.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
TRADEMARK SINGLE!!! NJ™ BRING ON THE DONKEY???? NO!! NOT BELLI!!!!
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 11:02 PM EDT reply actions
Does he have a monster history against Hoff or something?
No…. 2 for 7 with 5 strikeouts. At least there are no double plays in there
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 11:02 PM EDT reply actions
WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY
Out in front of that change
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 11:03 PM EDT reply actions
Knocked the wind out of himself he swung so hard...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 11:04 PM EDT up reply actions
did he swing twice?
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Never thought I'd say this
But send Nick and hope Belly makes contact!
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 11:04 PM EDT reply actions
double lol
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
At least my biggest fears were not realized
He at least made sure Dunn still gets to bat
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 11:04 PM EDT reply actions
A pop up from Belli? Noo....
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 11:04 PM EDT reply actions
I hope he hits it into the lights
Roy Hobbs style.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
BOOOOOOOO!
"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
Dunn down 0-2 after heater and cruel change...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 11:06 PM EDT reply actions
DH audition failed...Dunn's staying in the NL with 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 29, 2009 11:07 PM EDT up reply actions
tough spot for dunn
you have him up there to try to hit a hr, essentially.
Oh well.... was fun while it lasted
Have to question Riggs decision-making a bit in this game. Still, I’m happier with him than I was with Manny.
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 11:07 PM EDT reply actions
Post game chatty should have the players yelling at Riggler......
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 11:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Man, did he punk Duun.
You have to at least respect the awesomeness of Trevor Hoffman. Right?
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
Dont knock the Hoff.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
MissB LOVES the Hoff.
Watched him in San Diego for 8 years and am still mad they let him get away this year.
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
I guess....
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 11:07 PM EDT up reply actions
Love Hoffman
Amazing to see a guy who tops off in the mid-eighties have the success he has. It’s not like he ever had a big fastball or anything either. Fantastic pitcher. Just hate to see him beat the Nats.
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 11:09 PM EDT up reply actions
Watch him on WGN, then...
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 11:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah...different mindset with a save on the line.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
You were spot on with your assessment.
Maybe last night he was letting Macha know that it’s not right to bring in his awesomeness in a non-save situation.
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
Who the .....is McGehee...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 11:10 PM EDT reply actions
Late 20s utility man who never really figured to be a big-leaguer
But he’s had a good year, and Bill Hall hasn’t really.
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 11:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Just meant, it stinks to get built by him of all the people on Milwaukee...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 11:12 PM EDT up reply actions
built = beat...very tired...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 11:13 PM EDT up reply actions
5th straight game without an error.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
Way to look at the positives
There were a handful of wild pitches and passed balls, though.
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 11:11 PM EDT up reply actions
100% Nieves tomorrow. Just get on base Wil...you can do it.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
I know, it's painful to watch Bard now.
He needs some time on the bench to heal up.
Do they expect the Jesus back this year?
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
I doubt we'll witness Jesus this year.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
No reason to rush back...unless to save DC from 100 losses...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 11:19 PM EDT up reply actions
ha ha ha. Best laugh of the night.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
So we started with multiple Jesuses (well 1.5 Jesuses)
and now no Jesus.
Rats.
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
We need Jesus
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Trades...trades...will DC do anything...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 11:14 PM EDT reply actions
No, it's too late........Rizzo is paralyzed with indecision for a team Kasten won't let him have...
"And it's really tough to put your finger on what it is, uh specifically, it kind of like snowballs on us and we just don't execute at times..." -Rizzo
by cat daddy3000 on Jul 29, 2009 11:17 PM EDT up reply actions
God I hope so!
Again, watching what Neal Huntington’s done with the Pirates just makes me cringe. It’s exactly what Rizzo should be doing.
by bluelineswinger on Jul 29, 2009 11:17 PM EDT up reply actions
The Rangers are buying. Do we have anything they need?
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
Nup
“the best move was not to make a move”
heard that before?
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Was thinking Bowden
With Soriano.
"On this team, the difference between Clippard and Julian Tavarez is like the difference between a 6-2 loss and a 9-2 loss." -- Chico Harlan
Heard part of the game this evening...
Too bad the Nationals couldn’t win tonight. Hope they do well tomorrow afternoon and take the series, at least.
"Pinky, are you pondering what I'm pondering?"--The Brain
Mark your calendars:
Cliff Lee could pitch against Tim Lincecum on Saturday, only the third time Cy Young winners have pitched against each other.
Punchin' out...I forgot what losing felt like...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space 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 29, 2009 11:18 PM EDT reply actions
We're against the Marlins next week. Will we get a win????
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
Don't the laws of averages and probablility say yes?
I mean how can the Nats fail to win any of the ga-zillion games they play against the Marlins per season?
In theory, there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is.
Yogi Berra
Yeah...eventually we need to take at least one.
If you can’t convince them, confuse them. - President Harry S Truman
The Nats are above the law....
….or possibly beneath 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
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