GameThread: Arizona Diamondbacks At Washington Nationals - Game 110 Of 162.
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 3:33 PM EDT
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Arizona Diamondbacks
@ Washington Nationals
Friday, Aug 7, 2009, 7:05 PM EDT
Nationals Park
Jon Garland vs Collin Balester
Partly cloudy. Winds blowing in from left field at 5-10 m.p.h. Game time temperature around 80.
?'s For The DC Faithful...
• Of The Three Starters Who Have Struggled: Balester, Stammen and J.D. Martin, Who Goes When Zimmermann Returns.
• Six In A Row? C'mon?...
• Do You See Elijah Dukes Finally Getting It Together Too?
• Are You Happy The Hammer And Dunn Are Still Here After The Deadline?
• Are You Starting To Get Nervous About Stephen Strasburg?
DC Starting Lineup...(courtesy of Washington Post writer Tracee Hamilton)
- Nyjer Morgan - CF
- Cristian Guzman - SS
- THE KIDS CALL HIM ZIM!! - 3B
- The Big Opposite Field - 1B
- The Hammer - LF
- Elijah SSSSSUPER DUKESSSSS - RF
- Ronnie B. - 2B
- Wil "Blocker" Nieves - C
- Bally-Star - SP
LINKS:
Today's Starting Pitchers Are Going To Stare At You Now...
Collin Balester
#40 / Pitcher / Washington Nationals
6-5
195
R
R
Jun 06, 1986
'09 Stats - (1-1, 3.68 ERA) 3 GS, 14.2 IP, 13 H, 7 R, 6 ER, 3 HR, 3 BB, 8 K's, 1.09 WHIP, ERA+ = 117, BB/9 = 1.8, K/9 = 4.9, 2.67 K/BB, .245 BAA.
vs AZ - N/A
Origin Story - Montreal Expos' 4th Round pick, 114th overall in 2004.
Jon Garland
#52 / Pitcher / Arizona Diamondbacks
6-6
210
R
R
Sep 27, 1979
'09 Stats - (6-10, 4.26 ERA), 22 GS, 137.1 IP, 148 H, 73 R, 65 ER, 14 HR, 45 BB, 59 K's, 1.41 WHIP, ERA+ = 106, 2.9 BB/9, 3.9 K/9, 1.31 K/BB, .278 BAA.
vs DC - (1-1, 3.27 ERA), 3 GS, 22.0 IP, 12 H, 8 ER, 3 HR, 6 BB, 14 K's, 0.82 WHIP, .162 BAA.
Origin Story - Chicago Cubs' 1st Round pick, 10th overall in 1997. 7/29/97 - Traded To Chicago White Sox for RHP Matt Karchner. 11/19/07 - Traded To Anaheim Angels For Orlando Cabrera. 1/28/09 - Signed as a Free Agent With Arizona.
• The Nationals vs Garland...
Josh Bard - 1 for 4, .250 AVGRonnie Belliard - 6 for 24, .250 AVG, 2 2B, 1 HR, 2 RBI's.
Elijah Dukes - 1 for 3, .333 AVG, 1 HR, 1 RBI.
Adam Dunn - 0 for 3, .000 AVG.
Cristian Guzman - 10 for 38, 2 2B, 3 RBI's.
Willie Harris - 1 for 3, .333 AVG.
Josh Willingham - 1 for 3, .333 AVG.
• The "If They Were Playing" List...
Dmitri "DY" Young - 9 for 35, .257 AVG, 1 2B, 2 HR, 5 RBI's.
• Tonight's Matchup On The Mound:
(2-12) in his last 14 starts, with Arizona 3-11 over the same stretch, Jon Garland's (1-0) so far in August after beating the NY Mets last Sunday, after a month of July that ended with Garland go (1-3) in six starts in spite of posting a respectable 3.00 ERA over 39.0 IP...Collin Balester was (1-3) in 4 starts for the Triple-A Syracuse Chiefs in July before being called up to make his '09 debut on July 23rd against St. Louis. Balester's coming off two good starts, one a win over the Brewers, in which he threw 6.0 innings, allowing 5 H and 2 ER, and the other an outing in Pittsburgh in which he allowed 2 ER's but held Washington close until they were able to rally for the win.
• STRASBURG FILES...
Buster Olney Quoting Rob Dibble:
In a list of "Moves, deals and decisions" that ESPN.com's Buster Olney includes in his most recent blog post entitled, "Smoltz and Sox face difficult decisions", Mr. Olney writes about what some of you may have heard MASN Analyst and former Major Leaguer Rob Dibble saying since the day the Nationals first selected Stephen Strasburg with the No.1 overall pick in this past June's Draft:
"4. It might mean nothing, it might mean a little something: During the Nationals' broadcast Thursday, analyst Rob Dibble talked about how he thinks the Nationals would be better served giving the money being discussed in the Stephen Strasburg situation to a veteran player who has a proven track record. You hear that and you wonder if Dibble is hearing the same thing others have been saying privately for a couple of weeks now, that there are real doubts about whether Washington can reach an agreement with the guy widely regarded as the best pitching prospect ever."
Rob Dibble's been saying the same in one venue or another for a while now, as I mentioned, so I'm more in the "It might mean nothing" camp here.
• In Case You Missed It...
After trading Anderson Hernandez back to the Mets yesterday, the Washington Nationals acquired Daryle Ward and Norris Hopper from the Chicago White Sox' Triple-A affiliate, in Charlotte, NC, according to MLB.com's Bill Ladson's blog post entitled, "Nationals acquire Ward, Hopper", in a move made to bolster organizational depth.
• For A D-Backs Fan's Opinion On The Upcoming Series, Check Out The SB Nation's Arizona Diamonbacks Blog:
• The D-Backs have won five straight, 5 of their last 6, and 7 of 8. The Washington Nationals are winners of five straight, after a four-game losing streak, which was preceded by a four-game winning streak, so who knows what will happen...
• Check The NatCast If You're Heading To Nationals Park.
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There’s no reason to worry about the Strasburg thing until 8/18. If he signs. it will be on 8/17. They said that months before the draft even happened and it hasn’t changed. And, at this point, I don’t even care if he signs.
Nats need another sweep. Bally Star will make it through the fifth tonight…maybe through the sixth.
It is a gorgeous day in DC! Feels like autumn.
Thinking the same about Stras
Although id hate the publicity if he doesnt… it wont be the end of the world. Just would be a bad sign and not help. Im looking forward to it all being over one way or the other.
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Belly is officially back!!!!!!
Also, baseballs 2 hottest teams ( best in mlb with 5 game winning streaks) playing tonight in DC and nobody will care except for those who are fans of the Nats or the Snakes.
Go Nats!!!!
LET'S GO NATS GO!
Extend the streak! Smash the Snakes!
"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
fangraph....
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We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 6:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Six in a row!! Six in a row...Then Sign Strasburg, Then Sign Strasburg...!!!!
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:03 PM EDT up reply actions
Bally's on the hill...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh man, USA Today released their preseason poll. The light at the end of the tunnel is here.
No offense y’all, but with the Nats’ season so far it was a long, dark road.
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
Bad as it's been, in 52 games i'll be desperate for more...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:07 PM EDT up reply actions
Come to the dark side.
It’s beautiful, but it’s like a nova – three months of beautiful bright light and then darkness. I wasn’t like this before Loria owned the team, for the record.
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 Aug 7, 2009 7:10 PM EDT up reply actions
There shouldnt be an off season...
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
There's always winter ball and the AZ Fall League...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Whoa, we're in the bottom of the first already?
I space out for 5 minutes and ….what?
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
Bally-Star!!!
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:14 PM EDT up reply actions
I dont mind Garland
I think there is always a danger he could put up 2005 numbers… im hoping he gets rocked today of course
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
An unveventful AB from Nyjer Morgan...that's rare...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:14 PM EDT reply actions
lol
1st time Guzman walked after going 0-2…. yesterday
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
The Guzzzzzzzzzz singles this time...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Wow.
That ….wasn’t even close. I had enough time to start laughing before he got tagged out 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 Aug 7, 2009 7:17 PM EDT up reply actions
and singles
Maybe we should trade him while he hot
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Too late, Guz caught stealing, now untradeable 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 Aug 7, 2009 7:17 PM EDT up reply actions
Meh
Could blame that one on Riggles.
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Steven Franchise walks in front of Don't Call Him Donkey...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Eh...Better than Starbury...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:22 PM EDT up reply actions
That's "Pete" Franchise...
"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 noticed that at the time and let it slide....
Ed and his names thing….
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 10:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Go donkey ball
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Quick first with nothing doing...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:21 PM EDT reply actions
Right, just give them the lead 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 Aug 7, 2009 7:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Wonder what Debbie thinks?
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Deb thinks?
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Jose morales story
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
and the Morales story gives up a HR
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
I blame Ed, as usual........
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 7:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Have they acknowledged that it's part of a marketing strategy...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:25 PM EDT up reply actions
lol
They threw it out the window … but it flew back in the window…and they went 5-0
hehe…they havent said its a marketing strategy. I guess that if they did…it would add to the marketing.
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Yep...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:26 PM EDT up reply actions
cartoon pictures here....
with the HOMER sound effects….
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 7:29 PM EDT up reply actions
Trent Olsen from Australia is playing...
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Saw that over at the Snake place...
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 7:28 PM EDT up reply actions
Ok Bally
We’ve given them enough of a lead…
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
jeez......... even Garland singles....
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 7:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Of course, Josh Whitesell hits one against his former employer...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:29 PM EDT reply actions
Early McChatty for Collin Balester...
This McChatty Is Brought To You By Federal Baseball.com.
Federal Baseball.com: Waiting For Balester To Get It Going Since 2004.
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:33 PM EDT reply actions
sigh
Baly looks fat today
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
3 &*(^^&* home runs
5-0
Baly stinks.
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
maybe he should stop throwing strikes..... I'm sure Dibs has suggestions,,,
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 7:37 PM EDT up reply actions
All on fat fastballs too...Bally, Bally, Bally...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:38 PM EDT up reply actions
BP fastballs
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
BALLY??????? 3 HR's??? 5-0 D-Backs...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:34 PM EDT reply actions
And now Adam Dunn has a sharp grounder bounce off his glove...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:35 PM EDT up reply actions
Got a glove on it at least, right?
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 7:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Got a glove on it, but it was a hard-hit one...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Alright, Bally, might want to rethink that approach, brother?
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:37 PM EDT reply actions
Well...at least it's early...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:39 PM EDT reply actions
THE HAMMER!!!! Line drive to center that's misplayed into a triple...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:40 PM EDT up reply actions
Thats a Milledge triple
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Dukes does his job, sac fly to right, and the hottest National of all Ronnie Belliard doubles into the left field corner...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions
RONNIE B
Someone call 911 – that man is just FLAMES!
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Eh, Dibbles just made shrimp on the barb-e jokes, great right, Mezza!!!
Talk aboot vegamite next!!!!
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:44 PM EDT up reply actions
Painful, Painful Stereotypes
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Although I will be having vegemite toast this morning...
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
AHA!!!!!!
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 7:46 PM EDT up reply actions
but we dont drink warm beer...
thats the English….
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
But you're overlooking this Wiggles thing.......
I am now a casualty……
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 7:55 PM EDT up reply actions
That bad?
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:56 PM EDT up reply actions
they made more money than A-Rod...
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Do they take the steroids too?
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:59 PM EDT up reply actions
And they are sincere in their money-making.......University child education grads...
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:00 PM EDT up reply actions
Mostly because it was as physically demanding as a rock show in a too small theatre...
The 3-year olds like them though……
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 7:59 PM EDT up reply actions
if I would have thought that singing songs to 3 yr olds in a skivvy would be so succesful
I would have learnt to sing!
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Dukes sac fly... then Belli doubles!!!
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 7:44 PM EDT up reply actions
Another one of Zim's old friends comes to DC to beat the Nationals...don't hang one to Reynolds this time, Bally...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:50 PM EDT reply actions
Balester has to go as long as possible, no matter what........ the bullpen is toast.... with vegemite on it..
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 7:57 PM EDT up reply actions
just had some...mmm... vegemite
but u guys would never like it…. it doesnt have bacon…egg…or fries on it.
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Veggie myself...don't dig on swine...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 7:59 PM EDT up reply actions
its in Australians genetic code
I loved it since birth.
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
yea something like that
some kind of yeast extract…
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Blech, vegemite!
I tried once…and only once. My tastebuds don’t trend in that direction.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
lol
because u probably thought it was sweet….
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
I honestly don't much remember the taste, just the memory
of not liking it and not wanting it again.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
hehe
thats the biggest mistake…looks like chocolate…and people put too much on…got to use it sparingly.
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Oh wait, I may have confused it with Marmite.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
its much the same
needs to be a light spread…
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Nyjer Morgan...strikes out? Something's wrong...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:02 PM EDT reply actions
Only 6 innings 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 Aug 7, 2009 8:06 PM EDT up reply actions
they look a bit lethargic
I dont think its happening today… i wonder if some of these guys are a bit weary.
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Yes, start with Riggleman for not having his team prepared to play winning baseball........
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:07 PM EDT up reply actions
Don't talk bad aboot Riggles, he's Roscoe's favorite...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Roscoe's a FOR...
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions
I told you, i don't want to get attached, so when Bobby Valentine's named Manager I can be his #1 fan...
I can’t wait till he gets tossed and puts on the fake moustache and glasses…
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:11 PM EDT up reply actions
+1 for Gibson!
"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
You know, I always wondered where his name in the mix came from...
Read his wiki page tonight, and I wouldn’t be opposed…..But, maybe Foli does deserve a chance…
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Riggleman, RIGGLEMAN, Riggleman!
We want Mr. Riggles.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
Maybe....... But, I think it's a small sample size of success....
Backwash from the Acta disaster…….
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions
This team went from being a horrible mess to being a regular baseball team.
To me it says Riggles is a decent manager who knows how to manage personnel during a game…and it says something about the former manager.
Then you'll like what Mark Grace has to say.......
and we’ll never hear the end of it….
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 11:39 PM EDT up reply actions
I also am a F.O.R.
i really like what he’s doing with the team.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
More like the only FOR by ROSCOEtheNATSfan on Aug 7, 2009
(I’ll just hide this here in the game thread……. )
Grace: “Riggleman is best manager I ever had”
http://therocket.mlblogs.com/archives/2009/08/grace_riggleman_is_best_manage.html
Mark Grace, an analyst for Fox Sports Arizona, called Jim Riggleman the best manager he ever had in the big leagues. Grace played first base for Riggleman from 1995 to 1999, when both were with the Cubs.
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 11:44 PM EDT up reply actions
The Amber avatar's sweeet...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions
oooh...... good one...
Yell at Collin, Riggler!!!!
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:10 PM EDT up reply actions
1-2-3
bout time.
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Too early for the dramatic offensive explosion, though
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Teddy gets done again...
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
I take back the content of this post.........
Never too early……..5-4 now….
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:29 PM EDT up reply actions
Morgan, Guz and Zim down in order, Garland rolling...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:06 PM EDT up reply actions
Guz and Zim do not salvage the inning.......
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:06 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm thinkin Donkey Ball...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:13 PM EDT reply actions
about 4 of em
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
40 times a year...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Willingham follows with a line drive single to center...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions
DUKES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! RIPS THE COVER OFF!!! 2-run liner to center!!
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Typing one swing and......... DUKES!!!!......FOD........EDIMH!!!!
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Almost, doubles off the out-of-town...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:14 PM EDT up reply actions
I thought we weren't going to call him The Big Donkey.
If Nyger sez it’s cheesy, we need to come up with something else.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
The Big Walky?
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Done.
Or once Tony Plush, gives him a new handle, we’ll make the switch.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
That could be a good comedy team.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
LOL
I like the sound of Tony Plush and Dolomite Jenkins.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
You can't argue with Tony Plush!
Pete Franchise said so…
"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
SUPER DOOOOOOOOOOOOOOKES
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
SMOKED TO CF
2 RUNS SCORE…..!
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Wow. They need to trade for a Nyjer Morgan!!!
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:18 PM EDT up reply actions
SUPPPPPPER DOOOOOOKS...
drives in 2.
Yay. Now it’s 5-3.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
mate, he is on fire
this offense is just white hot.
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Belliard beats out an infield single, I repeat, Belliard beats out an infield single!!!!
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions
He has been hustling lately
Yesterday made a hustle double
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Saw that and was wowed......... taking big turns at first also...
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:22 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm a big Belli-backer!!!!
Love how he plays second from right…
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:23 PM EDT up reply actions
Shortfielder.....
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:24 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 Aug 7, 2009 8:28 PM EDT up reply actions
someone must have said
your career is over… because he is playing like everyday is his last
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Could have been playing like that all year..... there's a different manager now...
He did announce this is his last year of Winter ball though, with the Tigres…
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Amber Avatar = Good luck???
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions
I know, I know.
Thank goodness the Riggles believes in Belliard.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
That's just Ronnie B. you're talking about...... professional baseball player...
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions
NO outs yet.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
Wil who?
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Go BLOCKER!!!!
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Wil Nieves!
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
swung at ball 4
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
But hits a great sac fly and scores Doooooks.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
But he gets the sac fly in the end, and then some smart base running by Belliard, taking second as Dukes scores, 5-4 Snakes...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:26 PM EDT up reply actions
WIL
Does the job with a sac fly
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Does the hot streak extend to pitchers bunting???
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:26 PM EDT up reply actions
I think they should have bunted here....
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Only cause I don't think Belliard scores from second on a single...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:28 PM EDT up reply actions
Time for some Tony Plush magic...
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
Padilla: "How do I get my own F.O.D. card?"
Dukes: “I have no idea what you’re talking about.”
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:29 PM EDT up reply actions
snicker.......... perfect.....
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Dukes: "how do i hit 362?"
Padilla: “You have to BE the ball”
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
He is GIVING Dukes advice.
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
I hope Dukes is not listening, cuz Dukes
is on fire right now.
Heh.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
And it's working!!!!
Thanks, Padilla…
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Hey, CatDaddy, I'm glad to see you survived the 3-year olds and
the debs in 1 week.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
The one erased the memory of the other.....
But, I have “Wicked” on Monday and Tuesday, and I may never return…
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:34 PM EDT up reply actions
That should be intense.
How many performances of that?
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
It's in for a month..... so a lot...I won't be working the shows at least.
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:40 PM EDT up reply actions
Now throw a good frame, Bally, they've picked you 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 Aug 7, 2009 8:32 PM EDT up reply actions
single and a quick Chatty?
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:35 PM EDT up reply actions
5 innings to get 2 runs...
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
Another McChatty for Balester...
This McChatty Is Brought To You By Federal Baseball.com.
Federal Baseball.com: Waiting For Comebacks Like This Since The First-Half Of ’05.
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:35 PM EDT reply actions
Blast from the past alert!
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 Aug 7, 2009 8:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Another single and Riggles riggles his arm toward the bullpen...Oh, you know who he's calling....
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:38 PM EDT up reply actions
SA-OOOOL!!!!
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:38 PM EDT up reply actions
SA-OOOOOOOOL
Come on buddy…. be the ball
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
The only fresh arm......... please, please, please don't blow it, Saul...
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Double play would be nice at any time now....
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:38 PM EDT up reply actions
would be.
I think its 2 outs.
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Not yet.
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 Aug 7, 2009 8:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Just one...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:39 PM EDT up reply actions
doh
:(
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
That's alright, be 3 outs after this DP...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Don't walk the .213 hitter, Rivera......
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Snyder struck out swinging. (86/slider)
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:43 PM EDT up reply actions
(86/slider/ball 4)...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:44 PM EDT up reply actions
heh....... sneaky...
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Well done
Nice play Wil
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Wil who?
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:46 PM EDT up reply actions
It'sa me!
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 Aug 7, 2009 8:46 PM EDT up reply actions
heh, nobody's playing the new schtick with Chigliak......
The old ones are the good ones….
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Whew. Good work Saooool and Wil...
I can exhale and relax shoulders after that inning.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
Check swing K for Snyder!!!! Woot! Woot!!!
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:43 PM EDT up reply actions
Wil Nieves fields and throws on a dribbler that ends the AZ fifth...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Take that, rookie...
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:46 PM EDT up reply actions
One more hit puts Zim back over .300...?
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:49 PM EDT reply actions
Wonder if he's still not a good hitter.
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 Aug 7, 2009 8:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Now at .301........
Gaudy stats over at Chico’s place over the last two week…….
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:52 PM EDT up reply actions
That'll do it........
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 8:51 PM EDT up reply actions
THE KIDS CALL HIM ZIM!!! THE KIDS CALL HIM ZIM!!! Ties it with a solo shot to center!!! Ties career high for HR's....
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:51 PM EDT reply actions
THE KIDS CALL HIM STREAKY ZIM!
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
bad take there Adam
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
or actually
that was a bad call
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
That was no strike 3 for Dunn.
Hey, ump get yer glasses on!
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
Ks the Hammer on the inside
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
The...Kids...Call...Him...Zim...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 8:59 PM EDT reply actions
hahah
ITS THE ZIM HIGHLIGHT SHOW!
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
And Dunn is catching everything Zim throws his way...
just sayin’
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
You mean it was okay to trade Nick Johnson?
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 Aug 7, 2009 9:02 PM EDT up reply actions
BAN this man
lol…. NJ was the curse
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Absolutely.
He had to go. he was the last Expo. Had to get rid of the jinx or curse.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
Don't listen to Doghouse...he's a crazy escaped physicist...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 9:04 PM EDT up reply actions
The Curse HAD to be broken.
Which would you prefer? NJ or moaar winz?
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
Ahhh...(mumbles)...silly superstitions...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 9:09 PM EDT up reply actions
Poor Ed.
Nick could be back next year, you know.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
MOAR WINZ!
If we get NJ back next season, he’ll be a Marlin, not an Expo. The curse will be reset, and winz winz winz will follow…
"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, we have The Large Quadraped covering it now........
We couldn't buy a AA pitcher for $2 million? Really?
by vanatsfan on Jul 31, 2009
by cat daddy3000 on Aug 7, 2009 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, Nick was holding everyone back with his high OBP and constant singles...awwwww...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 9:05 PM EDT up reply actions
its the intangibles
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Not a good player yet?
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 Aug 7, 2009 9:01 PM EDT up reply actions
DUKES??? Take 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 Aug 7, 2009 9:04 PM EDT reply actions
Burnett is up
Everyday Burnett we should say
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
BELLI
Tried to hit that 600 ft
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
ZIIIIIIIIIIIM
THIS MAN IS OUT OF THIS WORLD
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
Done and Dunn.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
I don't like this "We don't need Strasburg" approach Dibble's taking...it's like he's preparing us for the FAIL...
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 9:12 PM EDT reply actions
I know it's heresy, but I agree with Dibs on this one.
This is more about Boras than anything else. He’s out to break the system.
I’d prefer the system break Boras instead.
I’m still not convinced that Strasburg will be THAT good in the majors. He pitched in a WEAK college conference and didn’t amaze in the College World Series.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
Why draft him then? They obviously thought he was worthy of the selection then...once he might not sign...
…all of a sudden he’s not that great…
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 9:18 PM EDT up reply actions
I wouldn't have drafted him.
I probably would have taken Ackley, of course..UNC and all that.
The history of #1 draft picks for pitchers is not dotted with great success.
And all those scouts aren’t putting their $$$ on the line to blow up Strasburg’s numbers. IMHO.
Just take the ball and throw it where you want to. Throw strikes. Home plate don’t move.- Satchel Paige-
he has no idea whats going on
But hes right fundementally… weve all been saying the same for some time.
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
RIght you don't give him $60 million, but you can't keep wasting picks and hoping the next year's pick is better...
What if you don’t sign the #2 pick next year, then a 102-loss season is wasted…?
Vivian Jaffe: "Have you ever transcended space and time?"
Albert Markovski: "Yes. No. Uh, time, not space... No, I don't know what you're talking about."
by Patrick Reddington on Aug 7, 2009 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions
yea, i mean ur right too… u want to sign ur draft picks. I dont want a mark prior thou…
Padilla walked into the Nats' clubhouse for the first time and said, "My God. I'm in heaven."
by Mezza on Aug 7, 2009 9:15 PM EDT