Game 128 Game Day Thread
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 5:00 PM CDT
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Really need a good game from Feldman...
have to take the next two and this series.
Anyone have lineups yet?
"The only good is knowledge and the only evil is ignorance."-Socrates
I'm ok with this lineup.
I’ve come to terms with the fact that Wash will hit Byrd cleanup whenever he can, regardless of the sense of it.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 5:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Byrd bashes Pavano
so he will likely go 0-4 tonight. :(
Elvis Andrus - 2009 AL Rookie of the Year
Mitch Moreland -Tom Grieve Rangers Minor League Player of the Year
Martin Perez - Nolan Ryan Rangers Minor League Pitcher of the Year
I wish we could have pulled that out yesterday
MY REALLY needs a night off soon, he has been playing A lot lately
by blueballlefty on Aug 29, 2009 5:28 PM CDT up reply actions
he'll get a night off on an off day
he’s not missing any games at this point
go team go
" This is the inning that propels us to the playoffs. Mark it down."
- Rohn Warshington on Jul 27, 2009 9:19 PM EDT
5th inning against the Tigers
Cruz
has 23/50 with a .968 OPS v RH pitching yet sits on the bench.
He has a .202 average v LH pitching yet hits clean-up.
Why?
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
The gut doesn't believe in stats
I thought it be all warm and shitty, but it just tasted like normal beer. It was still cold.
More likely...
…the team believes that it is SSS fluctuations, not an indication Cruz is better against RHPs than LHPs.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:05 PM CDT up reply actions
What about his overall stats
and the fact that he is near the team lead in almost every significant hitting category despite so much injury and bench time?
I'm not endorsing sitting Cruz
I think he needs to play every day, other than when he just needs a day off.
I’m explaining why he’s sitting more often against RHPs than LHPs.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:16 PM CDT up reply actions
It is disappointing that
Ron hasn’t committed to playing Cruz everyday.
Elvis Andrus - 2009 AL Rookie of the Year
Mitch Moreland -Tom Grieve Rangers Minor League Player of the Year
Martin Perez - Nolan Ryan Rangers Minor League Pitcher of the Year
Cowboys,San Antonio or Rangers...?
Hmmm….
by TooLegitToQuit on Aug 29, 2009 5:16 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
Would you watch a rangers spring training game over a cowboys regular season game?
I'm just goofin' new boot goofin'
by iorange555 on Aug 29, 2009 5:18 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
No. But the starters are playing 3 quarters.
But do you feel the need to respond to every post that includes the Cowboys?
by TooLegitToQuit on Aug 29, 2009 5:19 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
And the Rangers spring training doesn't start until March.
Irrelavent.
by TooLegitToQuit on Aug 29, 2009 5:20 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Wow a whole 3 quarters huh? Sounds exciting.
I hope you keep us informed here.
I'm just goofin' new boot goofin'
1 word: Pussy
You sound like you despise Football.
by TooLegitToQuit on Aug 29, 2009 5:22 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Cat?
I do despise football. I don’t have any problem with those who watch it, but I just hate it when people feel the need to talk about cowboys preseason games in a Ranger playoff race thread.
I'm just goofin' new boot goofin'
The Cowboys rule Texas. And they play in Arlington fwiw. Most Ranger fans are also Cowboy fans. The Cowboys are a big deal
14.2 to 1.2 in ratings for The Metroplex alone during last weeks Game against Tennessee. The 1.2 is the Rangers game against Tampa.
Deal with it. Or go cry about it.
by TooLegitToQuit on Aug 29, 2009 5:32 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
I'm not sure what point you're trying to make.
Your post would have made sense if I said.
“The rangers are huge! THEY HAVE WAY MORE FANS THAN THE STUPID COWBOYS YOU PUSSY! Don’t tell me otherwise, or I’ll cry cause I can’t deal with it”
But seeing as how I didn’t say that…..i’m a little confused.
I'm just goofin' new boot goofin'
Cowboys preseason talk in a Rangers thread will happens,because like I said they are a big deal.
And most Ranger fans are Cowboy fans as well,so there will be discussion.
If you don’t like discussion,ignore it,but you won’t. So why bother?
by TooLegitToQuit on Aug 29, 2009 5:41 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
youre on a rangers board jackass
dont post that kind of shit if you dont want to get slammed for it
Fuck Mike Estabrook
So to review.
OT Cowboys=bad.
OT zombies, baby-punting, mavs, music, computer help=acceptable.
Your complex is showing.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Aug 29, 2009 6:46 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Hey! Those zombies were very much on topic.
Your 2009 Texas Rangers: "Can't take a fucking to save their lives" (lisa w, 2009).
I have a buddy in SDO that wants to bet me $ 50
that Chula Vista beats San Antonio tonight.
Of course, I took him on it (SA beat CV the other night) but I’m wondering if he knows something I don’t about this game because he never bets baseball muchless LL baseball.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
California had hit 51 HR's in 10 games. But San Antonio plays defense and doesn't depend on the Long ball.
Take the bet.
by TooLegitToQuit on Aug 29, 2009 5:21 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
I haven't watched too much of the LLWS this year but I saw some man-child
on the Cali team. At that age it’s so unfair given some of the various sizes of the kids.
It’s real pussy baseball. 46 foot mounds/60 foot bases, no stealing, everybody gets mandatory playing time…yuck.
The best youth baseball was over on MLB Network with the winners of the 8 different national tourneys across the country.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
That kid is 6', 205. He's a monster out there.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 5:39 PM CDT up reply actions
The fences are
225 feet and that’s a joke made worse when you have 6’ 205 lbs “kids” up against 5’ 110 lbs pitchers.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
Betting on Little Leaguers? Man, shame on you haha.
"Remember this. Bear Bryant retired at age 69, and he died 28 days after he stopped coaching. If you don't have something, and a purpose in your life, you're gonna die."- Lou Holtz (funny old man)
by BLUE_Thru-n-Thru on Aug 29, 2009 5:21 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm going to go between the Rangers and Cowboys.
Once the Cowboys game comes on. Not going to watch any of the pregame show, it’s all Rangers until kickoff. But the Rangers are going to get most of my viewing tonight being that it’s still only a preseason game and doesn’t really matter. I’ll probably just check in on the Cowboys game every once in a while.
LETS GO RANGERS!!!!!!
"Damn right. damn right, great idea or maybe just make the punk his bitch right on the mound so all the christers in the audience can start praying and speaking in tongues and perhaps handling snakes – kind of like the scene in Bruno in the cage fight" –Stuntman Mike, on the idea of putting a hardened criminal on the team as an enforcer, and what it would be like to watch him charge the mound.
"How about during the 7th inning stretch from now on we have mass abortions on the field!!???!! Gritty nom nom nom baby JESUS donkey fuck spectacular!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We can dig up TY COBBS BONES!!!AND USE THEM TO EVACUATE SOME LUCKY FANS UTERUS!!!!" –Section 339, in response to Stuntman Mike
I'll probably be focusing on the offense.
I wanna seen what Austin brings to the table. As well as Ogletree. The WRs need to show me something tonight.
Not too worried about the defense. Besides then2 position battles going on.
by TooLegitToQuit on Aug 29, 2009 5:26 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
I went to the open practice the other day
WR battle looks pretty fierce. Going to be interesting to see how it plays out. I’m betting it will be Williams, Crayton, Austin, Hurd, Ogletree. I heard they’re thinking about carrying 6 too, so who knows. They need to cut Stanback though, he sucks.
"Damn right. damn right, great idea or maybe just make the punk his bitch right on the mound so all the christers in the audience can start praying and speaking in tongues and perhaps handling snakes – kind of like the scene in Bruno in the cage fight" –Stuntman Mike, on the idea of putting a hardened criminal on the team as an enforcer, and what it would be like to watch him charge the mound.
"How about during the 7th inning stretch from now on we have mass abortions on the field!!???!! Gritty nom nom nom baby JESUS donkey fuck spectacular!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We can dig up TY COBBS BONES!!!AND USE THEM TO EVACUATE SOME LUCKY FANS UTERUS!!!!" –Section 339, in response to Stuntman Mike
Stanback is Major project. I'd like to see us hold onto him solely because of the potential. I think he's close to breaking out.
Good speed,good height,decent hands
by TooLegitToQuit on Aug 29, 2009 5:43 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Yeah but he's a pussy is my biggest concern.
He’s like the Brandon McCarthy of the Cowboys when it comes to injuries. He’s got potential, he’s just hurt all the time. I think it’s put up or shut up time for him.
"Damn right. damn right, great idea or maybe just make the punk his bitch right on the mound so all the christers in the audience can start praying and speaking in tongues and perhaps handling snakes – kind of like the scene in Bruno in the cage fight" –Stuntman Mike, on the idea of putting a hardened criminal on the team as an enforcer, and what it would be like to watch him charge the mound.
"How about during the 7th inning stretch from now on we have mass abortions on the field!!???!! Gritty nom nom nom baby JESUS donkey fuck spectacular!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We can dig up TY COBBS BONES!!!AND USE THEM TO EVACUATE SOME LUCKY FANS UTERUS!!!!" –Section 339, in response to Stuntman Mike
I think Cedar Hill and Desoto are playing on ESPN
so there’s another choice
The atmosphere in this Det/TB game is so freaking boring.
You’d think the Royals were playing the Nationals in spring training.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
sounds like the rangers/padres game I was at
where Gaudin 1 hit them through 8.
the preceding post was a great success.
Granderson just missed a game-tying homer by a couple of feet
sound familiar?
That's why they call them business sox
Jesus,Evan Grunt all weekend?
by TooLegitToQuit on Aug 29, 2009 5:33 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
i was thinking the same thing - can't stand that guy
even worse when we have to look at him
ive been a little mad at him since the trade deadline personally
anyone who thought it wouldve been smart to deal all those guys for Halladay shouldnt be allowed to write imo
Fuck Mike Estabrook
I think it reflects...
…being a beat guy, being in the clubhouse, and hearing what the guys down there are thinking.
I’m sure he figures that someone like Michael Young, in particular, has been waiting so long to get to the playoffs that the organization needs to make aggressive moves this year when they are in the mix. I think it also explains the “must keep Byrd” attitude.
fwiw, I thought last year that his “the Rangers should trade Elvis for pitching” mantra was driven in no small part by a suspicion that Mikey Baseball didn’t want to move off of shortstop, and would react badly to the organization trying to make him move.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Fair enough
doesnt change my opinion that makes him a dumb mother fucker for thinking we should do it
furthermore, is this team honestly better if they had Halladay, but no Holland, Borbon, and maybe hunter
fuck no they are not
Fuck Mike Estabrook
Supposedly the sox game has a good chance of getting rained out..
the preceding post was a great success.
Game on!!
I’m playing a Rangers drinking game with another female Rangers fan on Twitter :)
-- Micah
Baseball Is My Boyfriend
I'm an Andrus-caliber catch. :-)
Is it
everytime Josh mentions twitter? Or every first pitch swing?
That's why they call them business sox
Problems...
Josh is not in tonight. And I have to watch the Minnesota feed, so I wouldn’t get him anyway.
These are our rules so far…
- Kinsler kicking the dirt on defense.
- Kinsler’s hip twitch in the batter’s box.
- CD splits.
- CD hands on hips.
- Byrd talking to himself.
- Twin strikeout or groundout.
- Rangers hit.
- Rangers stolen base.
That’s it so far. We’re making up more rules as the game goes on.
-- Micah
Baseball Is My Boyfriend
I'm an Andrus-caliber catch. :-)
by The Best Micah on Aug 29, 2009 5:47 PM CDT up reply actions
Ha ha
We each only have 10 beers, so we should run out before then. And I will no longer be able to type by that time.
-- Micah
Baseball Is My Boyfriend
I'm an Andrus-caliber catch. :-)
by The Best Micah on Aug 29, 2009 5:49 PM CDT up reply actions
I really think the Twin K or GO one is going to be the killer.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 5:59 PM CDT up reply actions
I hope it is.
I want to see Scooter dominate them.
-- Micah
Baseball Is My Boyfriend
I'm an Andrus-caliber catch. :-)
by The Best Micah on Aug 29, 2009 6:02 PM CDT up reply actions
Good luck.
You’ll be passed out before the second inning.
"Damn right. damn right, great idea or maybe just make the punk his bitch right on the mound so all the christers in the audience can start praying and speaking in tongues and perhaps handling snakes – kind of like the scene in Bruno in the cage fight" –Stuntman Mike, on the idea of putting a hardened criminal on the team as an enforcer, and what it would be like to watch him charge the mound.
"How about during the 7th inning stretch from now on we have mass abortions on the field!!???!! Gritty nom nom nom baby JESUS donkey fuck spectacular!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We can dig up TY COBBS BONES!!!AND USE THEM TO EVACUATE SOME LUCKY FANS UTERUS!!!!" –Section 339, in response to Stuntman Mike
You'll be drunk after the first Kinsler AB
Elvis Andrus - 2009 AL Rookie of the Year
Mitch Moreland -Tom Grieve Rangers Minor League Player of the Year
Martin Perez - Nolan Ryan Rangers Minor League Pitcher of the Year
Don't use bad ump calls against the Rangers
With this Simple Jack ump crew you may end up in intensive care for alchey poisoning
by De Peche Ranger on Aug 29, 2009 6:50 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Byrd: 22/10 - lifetime against Pavano
MY: 5/3
IKE: 4/3
Borboun: 2/2
And then OMAH!: 6/0
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
"When you have a weapon on your shoulder like he has, you can be cool." RW on Perez
And the little bastard threw it for a swinging strike three in a 3-2 count. He’s blessed. And ballsy.
Yeah that's weird.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions
It's the way yahoo had it listed
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
"When you have a weapon on your shoulder like he has, you can be cool." RW on Perez
And the little bastard threw it for a swinging strike three in a 3-2 count. He’s blessed. And ballsy.
Yeah, it's not pretty
I’m not that excited about Target Field either though.
-- Micah
Baseball Is My Boyfriend
I'm an Andrus-caliber catch. :-)
by The Best Micah on Aug 29, 2009 6:06 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't know why the Twins didn't get a Miller Park replica
because it’s going to be a cold mother there in April, May and late September, October.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
$$$
They were lucky to get what they got
Elvis Andrus - 2009 AL Rookie of the Year
Mitch Moreland -Tom Grieve Rangers Minor League Player of the Year
Martin Perez - Nolan Ryan Rangers Minor League Pitcher of the Year
I'm looking at the pictures on their page
Looks like a great park… for somewhere south of Iowa.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:12 PM CDT up reply actions
HUH?
Do you need geography lessons?
-- Micah
Baseball Is My Boyfriend
I'm an Andrus-caliber catch. :-)
by The Best Micah on Aug 29, 2009 6:14 PM CDT up reply actions
No. I said what I meant and I meant what I said.
It looks like a great park for somewhere south of Iowa. For Minnesota, not so great because it will be incredibly cold at the beginning and end of every season.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:16 PM CDT up reply actions
Oh, I mis-read.
I’m sure it will be cold. Worse than Detroit or Chicago though?
-- Micah
Baseball Is My Boyfriend
I'm an Andrus-caliber catch. :-)
by The Best Micah on Aug 29, 2009 6:17 PM CDT up reply actions
Minnesota is f'ing cold, that's all I know.
My wife has family up there, easily the coldest I’ve ever been.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:18 PM CDT up reply actions
I know it's cold.
I live near there and visit frequently. I just don’t know that it’s colder than those other two cities I mentioned, neither of whom have a dome or roof.
-- Micah
Baseball Is My Boyfriend
I'm an Andrus-caliber catch. :-)
by The Best Micah on Aug 29, 2009 6:19 PM CDT up reply actions
According to the US government
Average Temps- High/Low- April/October
Minneapolis- 56/36 and 58/38
Chicago- 58/41 and 65/47
Detroit- 57/38 and 61/45
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:24 PM CDT up reply actions
Not really a huge difference
IMO
-- Micah
Baseball Is My Boyfriend
I'm an Andrus-caliber catch. :-)
by The Best Micah on Aug 29, 2009 6:26 PM CDT up reply actions
No dome in Minneapolis will mess up the schedule-makers
Now they can’t schedule with knowing that you can count on no rainouts in Minnesota.
Once Florida’s new retractable-roof stadium opens, though, that will help.
That's what I was going for.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:26 PM CDT up reply actions
My opinion
I just cant believe they did an outdoor only stadium….just insane
really, is there any reason to build a stadium these days without a retractable roof?
Fuck Mike Estabrook
Wash bounced the first pitch
Not a good sign.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
You being in the GDT
Not a good sign.
"Stats are like a woman in a fine little bikini. You can see a lot, but you can't see everything." -Dirk A. Tron
by coolaid on Aug 29, 2009 6:07 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
This.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:08 PM CDT up reply actions
We had a grand old time during Thursday's gdt.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
Gone?
Did I miss something?
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:09 PM CDT up reply actions
Wow...
Was there on particular comment that got him the boot?
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:10 PM CDT up reply actions
Well I agree with the move.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:11 PM CDT up reply actions
Little Brother punched his ticket last night.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
Josey isn't bad
He usually begins with a salient point or favorite observation and extrapolates… His view points are often off the common course yet he starts respectfully… At least 55% of the time. I think he’s a Ranger fan but sometimes I wonder if he doesn’t enjoy being the whipping boy more.
by bstair on Aug 29, 2009 6:12 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
It would be nice have an opponent starting pitcher be really bad against us...
Ephesians 3:20-21...and I can only imagine
What's for dinner?
I’ve been on a total Chipotle kick lately but I’ve been there a few days in a row and I don’t want them to start laughing as soon as I walk in.
Taco Bell kind of sounds good. But what do I want?
There’s no crying in baseball but pedicures are fine! --- BigGuns
If Taco Bell kind of sounds good...
…you’re either pregnant or stoned.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Then what do you suggest?
I’m neither.
There’s no crying in baseball but pedicures are fine! --- BigGuns
They delivered some awesome coupons to me the other day :)
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
"When you have a weapon on your shoulder like he has, you can be cool." RW on Perez
And the little bastard threw it for a swinging strike three in a 3-2 count. He’s blessed. And ballsy.
Bueno if you have it.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:14 PM CDT up reply actions
I do have a handful of those 5th inning coupons.
Not sure if there’s a Cabana nearby.
There’s no crying in baseball but pedicures are fine! --- BigGuns
Sign up for their newsletter (or whatever it is) and you get a coupon
for a free Fajita Taco meal when you buy a drink…earlier today, paid about 1.50 for my meal…
Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Aug 29, 2009 6:25 PM CDT up reply actions
My wife decided we are having Papa John's tonight
That’s always good.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:14 PM CDT up reply actions
I like Papa John's
Went with Domino’s tonight solely because of the $3.99 medium 1 topping carryout deal
Thank you ab03! Troll Script
Papa John's
They also have a buy one, get one free deal on large pizzas today. On delivery, even, not just carryout like usual.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:20 PM CDT up reply actions
How long does that last?
Is it every Saturday or something?
By 2028, Mark Teixeira will be in the HOF.
"I am one of the biggest Texas Ranger fans out there but I'm also one of the smartest. Deal with it."
-The Outlaw
On the radio, the ad said...
…it was just for today.
You have to type “free pie” in the promo code…it isn’t on the website.
Or “freepie”…I don’t remember which.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:22 PM CDT up reply actions
Or you need to clean yourself out.
Cause it’ll do the trick.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:13 PM CDT up reply actions
We ordered Chinese food.
Should be here in about 30 minutes or so.
"You got a guy coming up there who can’t hit water if he fell out of a boat." - Tom Grieve on Richie Sexson, 5.8.2008
"I’ve been a Rangers fan all my life and I can tell you there’s been plenty of fucking crying in baseball…" - WhipSmart, 6.3.08
"When it comes to Jeff Mathis, the story ends with us putting one in his earhole." - AJM, 7.7.08
Decision:
Chinese. Beef fried rice. About to call it in (but will go pick it up).
There’s no crying in baseball but pedicures are fine! --- BigGuns
That's what Thomas is having.
I’m having chicken Egg Foo Yung.
"You got a guy coming up there who can’t hit water if he fell out of a boat." - Tom Grieve on Richie Sexson, 5.8.2008
"I’ve been a Rangers fan all my life and I can tell you there’s been plenty of fucking crying in baseball…" - WhipSmart, 6.3.08
"When it comes to Jeff Mathis, the story ends with us putting one in his earhole." - AJM, 7.7.08
The guy who answered the phone does not seem to be having a fun night at work.
That is the most flat voice I have ever heard.
“Royal Panda… What would you like. Any eggroll or soup. 10 minutes. Goodbye.”
There’s no crying in baseball but pedicures are fine! --- BigGuns
Not a good AB there.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:13 PM CDT up reply actions
I think with his speed, he should try bunting for a basehit at least once per AB
Ephesians 3:20-21...and I can only imagine
They were playing in on him.
Your 2009 Texas Rangers: "Can't take a fucking to save their lives" (lisa w, 2009).
OVERDRAMATIC UMPIRE ALERT!
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
Ribeyes, baked potato and the usual potpourri of
grilled veggies for me. Red, yellow, green peppers, onions, carrots and zucchini and uh, lots of beer.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
WOOOOOOO HAMILTON!
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
Hamilton with the extra bases!!!!
By 2028, Mark Teixeira will be in the HOF.
"I am one of the biggest Texas Ranger fans out there but I'm also one of the smartest. Deal with it."
-The Outlaw
Who the F is
playing LF for the Twins?
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
Yay, a run early!
"You got a guy coming up there who can’t hit water if he fell out of a boat." - Tom Grieve on Richie Sexson, 5.8.2008
"I’ve been a Rangers fan all my life and I can tell you there’s been plenty of fucking crying in baseball…" - WhipSmart, 6.3.08
"When it comes to Jeff Mathis, the story ends with us putting one in his earhole." - AJM, 7.7.08
Let the beard continue to grow, Samson
Ephesians 3:20-21...and I can only imagine
by TedFord on Aug 29, 2009 6:17 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs
Attaboy Hammy, love that hit.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
Byrd
has not batted since Tuesday and swings at the first pitch he sees.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
He is who he is.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:19 PM CDT up reply actions
Yup ~ just went with the pitch, with two outs and Hamilton in scoring position.
Good to see.
Your 2009 Texas Rangers: "Can't take a fucking to save their lives" (lisa w, 2009).
And Nadel was impressed!
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
"When you have a weapon on your shoulder like he has, you can be cool." RW on Perez
And the little bastard threw it for a swinging strike three in a 3-2 count. He’s blessed. And ballsy.
KINSLER!
Line drives…. what a novel idea!
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
that is why i hate when we sit borbon
Kinsler is way more valuable in the middle of the order
Fuck Mike Estabrook
I am loving this first inning.
This lineup works for me… except switch Kins and Byrd.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
Agreed.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:19 PM CDT up reply actions
I think I like him at third vs. righties, and cleanup vs. lefties myself
But yep.
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
Kinsler
really heating up.
Thatsa my boy!!!
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
I read that like an italian pizza pie maker
by blueballlefty on Aug 29, 2009 6:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Ding, Ding
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
I read it like Mario, myself.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions
semantics
Plumber, pizza maker…whats really the difference?
You know who has really sucked this year?
Alfonso Soriano.
That’s the worst contract in baseball. Thank goodness Fern wasn’t around to sign him to that deal.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions
Soriano also has a bad knee.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
then go on the DL
Elvis Andrus - 2009 AL Rookie of the Year
Mitch Moreland -Tom Grieve Rangers Minor League Player of the Year
Martin Perez - Nolan Ryan Rangers Minor League Pitcher of the Year
Soriano was very good 2006-2008
but not as good this year.
Bradley has a really bad contract.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
Bradley is having a better year than Soriano
Elvis Andrus - 2009 AL Rookie of the Year
Mitch Moreland -Tom Grieve Rangers Minor League Player of the Year
Martin Perez - Nolan Ryan Rangers Minor League Pitcher of the Year
Bradley's Contract > Soriano's Contract
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:33 PM CDT up reply actions
And he's a giant tumor
in the room, just like he was in Texas.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
I'm pretty sure
The guys in the room liked Bradley.
2009 Texas Rangers: Why The Hell Not Us?--ghtd36 on May 13, 2009
Goldstein had an off the record chat with Wash this offseason
In which he came away saying positive things about Bradley
They did early on
Not so sure if they still felt that way in December.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:40 PM CDT up reply actions
OVERDRAMATIC UMPIRE ALERT NUMBER TWO!!
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
Murphy
has a bad habit of sticking his ass out when fooled by a pitch.
Nothing good ever happens to a man who sticks his ass out, especially if he is holding a bat.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
Haha, Kinz says fuck your pitchout
Massive jump.
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
27/27 Haterz!
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
"When you have a weapon on your shoulder like he has, you can be cool." RW on Perez
And the little bastard threw it for a swinging strike three in a 3-2 count. He’s blessed. And ballsy.
28/27 you mean!
I got in an argument about kins still being good this year on a fantasy baseball board today and the guy ended up A) Flaming me in a prviate message B) Blocking my posts and private messages and C) Rating me a 1. Woo, fun.
the preceding post was a great success.
I love that Murph is making Pavano work.
"You got a guy coming up there who can’t hit water if he fell out of a boat." - Tom Grieve on Richie Sexson, 5.8.2008
"I’ve been a Rangers fan all my life and I can tell you there’s been plenty of fucking crying in baseball…" - WhipSmart, 6.3.08
"When it comes to Jeff Mathis, the story ends with us putting one in his earhole." - AJM, 7.7.08
Trouble in Williamsport
Two on, no out Cro-Magnon just goes yard.
3-0 Chula Vista.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
Sigh. Texas down 3-0 bot 1st
That mother fucker who is 6 foot 2 just took it deep.
by TooLegitToQuit on Aug 29, 2009 6:26 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
That sucks.
I want a birth certificate check on that kid. Probably more guarded than Obama’s.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:28 PM CDT up reply actions
Or Palins High School diploma
:D
by TooLegitToQuit on Aug 29, 2009 6:29 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
I don't see why anyone cars about the LLWS
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:29 PM CDT up reply actions
Wait until your kids get older
or until you have a buddy who wants to bet you $ 50 on the outcome of one game.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
You know
Not everything has to come back to gambling. You have a problem.
2009 Texas Rangers: Why The Hell Not Us?--ghtd36 on May 13, 2009
He called me.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
But I bet you went for it didn't you?
2009 Texas Rangers: Why The Hell Not Us?--ghtd36 on May 13, 2009
He is down about $ 300 to me in gambling so I'm being a nice
guy plus I wanted action.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
See...it all comes back to gambling
2009 Texas Rangers: Why The Hell Not Us?--ghtd36 on May 13, 2009
nothing wrong
with gambling
go here to view my blog: http://dirtfromd.blogspot.com
by studcrackers on Aug 29, 2009 6:52 PM CDT up reply actions
No, you are right I do it from time to time
But Josey wants to gamble on everything.
2009 Texas Rangers: Why The Hell Not Us?--ghtd36 on May 13, 2009
Uhhhh Dave...
Pudge wasn’t accquired at the deadline.
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
Dave's doesn't do real well with anything related to time/timing
"There is the Vegetarian Hot Pocket for those of us who don't want to eat meat, but would still like diarrhea." Jim Gaffigan
by Suicide Prince on Aug 29, 2009 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions
Wow...
How about just one Dave
"There is the Vegetarian Hot Pocket for those of us who don't want to eat meat, but would still like diarrhea." Jim Gaffigan
by Suicide Prince on Aug 29, 2009 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions
One is certainly enough.
Your 2009 Texas Rangers: "Can't take a fucking to save their lives" (lisa w, 2009).
Man, is it ever
"There is the Vegetarian Hot Pocket for those of us who don't want to eat meat, but would still like diarrhea." Jim Gaffigan
by Suicide Prince on Aug 29, 2009 6:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Hey! We're up 2-0, but who's the boring guy doing play-by-play--I wish the Rangers would pay Josh
not to do the Chargers games—even TAG seems bored
You know, these Twins throwback unis are pretty cool.
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
Feldman has a very good shot at
winning 18 games this year. Who here had that on their scorecards?
2009 Texas Rangers: Why The Hell Not Us?--ghtd36 on May 13, 2009
I have always liked Feldman
He is going to be a nice fit next year in the rotation.
2009 Texas Rangers: Why The Hell Not Us?--ghtd36 on May 13, 2009
I would like to be in on that.
If no one puts one up one of us should do it this weekend.
2009 Texas Rangers: Why The Hell Not Us?--ghtd36 on May 13, 2009
LSB needs a weekly
gambling thread where everybody picks 5 games v the spread and keeps track of how they do.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
i tried that last year for the nfl
except i picked every game (most weeks) man that was tough
go here to view my blog: http://dirtfromd.blogspot.com
by studcrackers on Aug 29, 2009 7:01 PM CDT up reply actions
Nadel not impressed.
Your 2009 Texas Rangers: "Can't take a fucking to save their lives" (lisa w, 2009).
Wooo DP
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
GO Rangers!! Barehanded DP, stealing on a pitch out. Ian's back bitches!!!
Give me chemistry over stats any day. Do you think 34,000 fans were screaming their asses off over Pudges .275 OBP?
Acoording to Fangraphs
Feldman has the best cutter in baseball
Elvis Andrus - 2009 AL Rookie of the Year
Mitch Moreland -Tom Grieve Rangers Minor League Player of the Year
Martin Perez - Nolan Ryan Rangers Minor League Pitcher of the Year
Still wanna trade him, ajm?
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"Ranger players, especially veterans, weren’t surprised that Daniels couldn’t find a deal"
Yep.
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
Understood the acronym ~ but you think Feldman is an innings-eater?
Your 2009 Texas Rangers: "Can't take a fucking to save their lives" (lisa w, 2009).
You don't?
He’s averaging 6 IP as a starter this year and looks to be getting better and stronger.
By 2028, Mark Teixeira will be in the HOF.
"I am one of the biggest Texas Ranger fans out there but I'm also one of the smartest. Deal with it."
-The Outlaw
It's simply not the descriptor I'd use for Feldman.
Even this season, and even recently in it, his ability to pitch deep into games has been questionable. Lots of pitches thrown early, seldom in a position to make it past the 6th. His value right now is much more linked to the quality of innings he pitches than the quantity. Maybe next season he’ll be more consistent in terms of reaching the 7th ~ which would move him (still) closer to TORP status, wouldn’t it?
Your 2009 Texas Rangers: "Can't take a fucking to save their lives" (lisa w, 2009).
Depends on what you want
I don’t think Feldman is going to be throwing complete games out there very often, but if he is consistently able to stay in the game through at least 6 innings, that to me is being an innings eater.
And I’m also not crazy on Feldman’s ceiling being a LAIE anymore.
By 2028, Mark Teixeira will be in the HOF.
"I am one of the biggest Texas Ranger fans out there but I'm also one of the smartest. Deal with it."
-The Outlaw
Maybe my standard for an inning eater is too high.
Your 2009 Texas Rangers: "Can't take a fucking to save their lives" (lisa w, 2009).
You still think Elvis isn't ready for The Show?
2009 Texas Rangers: Why The Hell Not Us?--ghtd36 on May 13, 2009
I would definitely have him on the list...
…of players that would be available this offseason.
I’m not giving him away — I’d want good value for him — but if I’m looking to make a significant move, he’s someone I’m prepared to part with to do it.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions
Borbon is DH.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions
OMAHHHHH
By 2028, Mark Teixeira will be in the HOF.
"I am one of the biggest Texas Ranger fans out there but I'm also one of the smartest. Deal with it."
-The Outlaw
WOOOO OMAR
Carlos Gomez sucks.
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
OMAR!!!!
Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Aug 29, 2009 6:39 PM CDT reply actions
Now 1-7
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
"When you have a weapon on your shoulder like he has, you can be cool." RW on Perez
And the little bastard threw it for a swinging strike three in a 3-2 count. He’s blessed. And ballsy.
7-1
Give me chemistry over stats any day. Do you think 34,000 fans were screaming their asses off over Pudges .275 OBP?
Borbon fail...
And the average plummets!
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
Wow. San Antonio completely shit the bed.
9-0 bot 1st 1 out
by TooLegitToQuit on Aug 29, 2009 6:40 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
Anybody else not gettig Cowboys pregame?
by TooLegitToQuit on Aug 29, 2009 6:44 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
I'm not
because I’m watching the Rangers game.
"You got a guy coming up there who can’t hit water if he fell out of a boat." - Tom Grieve on Richie Sexson, 5.8.2008
"I’ve been a Rangers fan all my life and I can tell you there’s been plenty of fucking crying in baseball…" - WhipSmart, 6.3.08
"When it comes to Jeff Mathis, the story ends with us putting one in his earhole." - AJM, 7.7.08
I'm not
Because I don’t care
-- Micah
Baseball Is My Boyfriend
I'm an Andrus-caliber catch. :-)
by The Best Micah on Aug 29, 2009 6:47 PM CDT up reply actions
Seriously.
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Shows that it was on MLB.com
Gracchus (about Obama): I think he knows what America is. America is the mob. Conjure money for them and they'll be distracted. Take away their freedom and still they'll roar. The beating heart of America is not the paper of the Constitution, it's the power of the media. He'll bring them debt - and they will love him for it.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Aug 29, 2009 6:45 PM CDT up reply actions
C'mon Scotty, stop nibbling
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
Omgggzzz you scum of the earth!!! This is a Rangers blogzzzz!
/People not In the Know
by TooLegitToQuit on Aug 29, 2009 6:51 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
x
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
Thank you sir.
Give me chemistry over stats any day. Do you think 34,000 fans were screaming their asses off over Pudges .275 OBP?
Excellent call!
"You got a guy coming up there who can’t hit water if he fell out of a boat." - Tom Grieve on Richie Sexson, 5.8.2008
"I’ve been a Rangers fan all my life and I can tell you there’s been plenty of fucking crying in baseball…" - WhipSmart, 6.3.08
"When it comes to Jeff Mathis, the story ends with us putting one in his earhole." - AJM, 7.7.08
Scotty Don't Suck
Wasn’t that an ’80s Madonna song?
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:48 PM CDT up reply actions
DINO POWAH
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
Have you heard?
It’s on.
Elvis Andrus - 2009 AL Rookie of the Year
Mitch Moreland -Tom Grieve Rangers Minor League Player of the Year
Martin Perez - Nolan Ryan Rangers Minor League Pitcher of the Year
The umps are out to get us
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
Get thrown out Wash. DO it!!!
Give me chemistry over stats any day. Do you think 34,000 fans were screaming their asses off over Pudges .275 OBP?
for fucks sake
get kicked out ron
go here to view my blog: http://dirtfromd.blogspot.com
After last night and now this, +1
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
Because these umpires are screwing us with diamond-bit drills
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
And...
…Ron going out there and dropping a few mfs on them and getting run would change that how?
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:56 PM CDT up reply actions
It might at least call some attention to the fact that they suck.
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
Huh?
Call attention from who? The league office? The other umps?
All getting thrown out does is makes the fans happy because they feel like the manager is “doing something.”
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions
There have been times when Wash getting tossed would be a plus in coaching.
Especially when it’s time to use the bullpen. heheh
Give me chemistry over stats any day. Do you think 34,000 fans were screaming their asses off over Pudges .275 OBP?
I bet FotF would like Wash to be get on the umps in extreme situations
He can’t say anything because him being kicked out would actually hurt the rangers chances of winning. Wash taking a half day off wouldn’t hurt anything.
the preceding post was a great success.
Nor would it help anything
Fans seem to think things like arguing with the umps and rushing the mound are a lot more important and necessary than the people on the field do.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 7:01 PM CDT up reply actions
ive seen countless times in sports
teams get motivated from a player or coach getting kicked out though, it’s a good motivational tactic at times, especially if the team is looking slow or lackadaisical
go here to view my blog: http://dirtfromd.blogspot.com
by studcrackers on Aug 29, 2009 7:03 PM CDT up reply actions
You could tell it was because someone got kicked out how, exactly?
Your 2009 Texas Rangers: "Can't take a fucking to save their lives" (lisa w, 2009).
That can work in basketball since it is more fast paced
and occasionally football because it is so physical and the motivation can show there. But baseball is more methodical. Hype or motivation is rarely a make or break situation IMO.
Give me chemistry over stats any day. Do you think 34,000 fans were screaming their asses off over Pudges .275 OBP?
yea
maybe it’s just my logic b/c i do watch so much basketball and it works a lot better for a sport like that
go here to view my blog: http://dirtfromd.blogspot.com
by studcrackers on Aug 29, 2009 7:07 PM CDT up reply actions
Ejections are relatively rare in football.
And it’s not at all common in basketball. Hockey would be the sport that I’d first think of along these lines, but even then…
Your 2009 Texas Rangers: "Can't take a fucking to save their lives" (lisa w, 2009).
This sort of cross-application of theories...
…from sport to sport is difficult.
I remember getting into an extended argument with someone at the NMLR in ‘07, when Kinsler was really struggling in the field, because that person said that Washington needed to pull Kinsler from the game, in the middle of the inning, the next time he made a mental error, to show Kinsler and the team that that wasn’t acceptable, and to try to embarrass him into playing better.
The justification was that, well, in hockey, goalies get pulled in the middle of the period when they screw up.
That might work in hockey. In baseball, it will poison the clubhouse against the manager and make the situation absolutely untenable.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 7:11 PM CDT up reply actions
I approve this post.
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
"When you have a weapon on your shoulder like he has, you can be cool." RW on Perez
And the little bastard threw it for a swinging strike three in a 3-2 count. He’s blessed. And ballsy.
Agreed.
And in general, I think the motivational value of a manager or coach getting himself ejected over bad calls is overblown.
Your 2009 Texas Rangers: "Can't take a fucking to save their lives" (lisa w, 2009).
Oh, a phong is ringin'
It’s Sweet Lou, for you…
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
"When you have a weapon on your shoulder like he has, you can be cool." RW on Perez
And the little bastard threw it for a swinging strike three in a 3-2 count. He’s blessed. And ballsy.
Sweet Lou
Like Earl Weaver, I think it has more to do with them being hotheaded asses than any particular motivational technique.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions
Agree--Earl was great, but his beefs with umps were just irrational
Hothead managers get more attention, but bet that most of the great managers and head coaches in all sports were, for the most part, calm and level-headed, especially in game situations.
I do agree with applying to other sports.
It’s like we had a BS session over a few about why in hockey, football, and basketball the players usually go out and shake hands or visit with the other team. But in baseball, you lose you go straight to the showers and if you win, you pile drive the mound.
Give me chemistry over stats any day. Do you think 34,000 fans were screaming their asses off over Pudges .275 OBP?
Exactly
But if you are keeping a player from getting booted, different story.
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
"When you have a weapon on your shoulder like he has, you can be cool." RW on Perez
And the little bastard threw it for a swinging strike three in a 3-2 count. He’s blessed. And ballsy.
Sure
That doesn’t appear to be the case here, though.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 7:02 PM CDT up reply actions
I was agreeing with you...
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
"When you have a weapon on your shoulder like he has, you can be cool." RW on Perez
And the little bastard threw it for a swinging strike three in a 3-2 count. He’s blessed. And ballsy.
because i like my managers fired up
maybe it rallies the troops, not that we need it in an important game but im annoyed at how wash goes out there time and time again with his tail tucked between his legs
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by studcrackers on Aug 29, 2009 6:56 PM CDT up reply actions
So
You want him to get kicked out because it would make you happier, not because it is going to help the team…
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:57 PM CDT up reply actions
so as a player
it wouldnt motivate you to see ur guy go to bat for you and get the boot?
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by studcrackers on Aug 29, 2009 6:57 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't know
But, while Ron has lots of things I don’t think he’s real good at, having the players behind him and believing he has their back is not one of them.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Adam--what's the word on contempt citations?
Are there some lawyers who get them to show their clients that they really care about the case?
That was BS.
"You got a guy coming up there who can’t hit water if he fell out of a boat." - Tom Grieve on Richie Sexson, 5.8.2008
"I’ve been a Rangers fan all my life and I can tell you there’s been plenty of fucking crying in baseball…" - WhipSmart, 6.3.08
"When it comes to Jeff Mathis, the story ends with us putting one in his earhole." - AJM, 7.7.08
Jesus these umpires have been terrible.
What a jackass
by TooLegitToQuit on Aug 29, 2009 6:53 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
LOL. Face is so disciplined.
Stuffs his face full of seeds so he can’t bitch any more and get kicked out. Such a church boy.
Give me chemistry over stats any day. Do you think 34,000 fans were screaming their asses off over Pudges .275 OBP?
You can tell
he’s still pissed off, though.
"You got a guy coming up there who can’t hit water if he fell out of a boat." - Tom Grieve on Richie Sexson, 5.8.2008
"I’ve been a Rangers fan all my life and I can tell you there’s been plenty of fucking crying in baseball…" - WhipSmart, 6.3.08
"When it comes to Jeff Mathis, the story ends with us putting one in his earhole." - AJM, 7.7.08
Oh certainly. I've rarely seen him that fired up.
It’s like watching your preacher get pissed. It doesn’t happen often at all, but it’s almost funny when it does.
Give me chemistry over stats any day. Do you think 34,000 fans were screaming their asses off over Pudges .275 OBP?
Nice analogy :)
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
"When you have a weapon on your shoulder like he has, you can be cool." RW on Perez
And the little bastard threw it for a swinging strike three in a 3-2 count. He’s blessed. And ballsy.
Yeah, that glare is deadly
-- Micah
Baseball Is My Boyfriend
I'm an Andrus-caliber catch. :-)
by The Best Micah on Aug 29, 2009 6:57 PM CDT up reply actions
I love it
I love to see MY fired up. I bet he has a monster night at the plate.
by #5withabullet on Aug 29, 2009 7:03 PM CDT up reply actions
this
Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Aug 29, 2009 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Young beat out a throw to 1b but was called out...
he’s not too happy about it and was making it known…he’s was perilously close to getting thrown out of the game
Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Aug 29, 2009 7:03 PM CDT up reply actions
Didn't Omar play 3rd once this year?
Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Aug 29, 2009 7:05 PM CDT up reply actions
7 games, 2 starts
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
Young wrongly called out at first.
Rangers’ half of the inning.
Your 2009 Texas Rangers: "Can't take a fucking to save their lives" (lisa w, 2009).
Damnit Span
I wish he could be kept off the bases this series.
You have to be a recycled poster, no?
Anyway, don’t google this…it’s the only thing I could think of when I read your username…lmao.
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
"When you have a weapon on your shoulder like he has, you can be cool." RW on Perez
And the little bastard threw it for a swinging strike three in a 3-2 count. He’s blessed. And ballsy.
I accidentally cut in front of the cookie lady in a line at the ballpark once.
AFTER she had given me a cookie.
There’s no crying in baseball but pedicures are fine! --- BigGuns
tisk, tisk...go stand in the corner...
Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Aug 29, 2009 7:09 PM CDT up reply actions
Were her cookies as marvelous as advertised?
I work with a lady who goes to church with her. I should ask for the special hookup
She makes good cookies.
I’ve had a few :)
-- Micah
Baseball Is My Boyfriend
I'm an Andrus-caliber catch. :-)
by The Best Micah on Aug 29, 2009 7:10 PM CDT up reply actions
Maybe slightly below the first option
But definitely very good. She’s earned her name.
-- Micah
Baseball Is My Boyfriend
I'm an Andrus-caliber catch. :-)
by The Best Micah on Aug 29, 2009 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm biased though
I adore Shirley.
-- Micah
Baseball Is My Boyfriend
I'm an Andrus-caliber catch. :-)
by The Best Micah on Aug 29, 2009 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions
Betting my wife's chocolate chip cookies would
blow the Cookie Lady’s away any day of the week…mmmmm….those cookies with a big glass of milk…
Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Aug 29, 2009 7:11 PM CDT up reply actions
Not sure how you quantify "legit" but my wife's are really, really good...
I take them to work sometimes and they are gone in minutes
Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Aug 29, 2009 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions
Ha, ha...sounds good...
Now that I think about it..I think she froze some of the dough last week…might be time for a snack!!!
Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Aug 29, 2009 7:21 PM CDT up reply actions
I just had one... think it was peanut butter.
Didn’t blow my mind, but it wasn’t bad either.
There’s no crying in baseball but pedicures are fine! --- BigGuns
Uh, for those watching the Boys, does that look like HD to you?
Ephesians 3:20-21...and I can only imagine
idk i dont hav hd
but ogletree’s having a nice drive
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by studcrackers on Aug 29, 2009 7:11 PM CDT up reply actions
god i hate corey procter
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by studcrackers on Aug 29, 2009 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions
Nice AB Kins
Give me chemistry over stats any day. Do you think 34,000 fans were screaming their asses off over Pudges .275 OBP?
Kinsler's finally starting to look a little more like good Kinsler again.
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
he wasn't healthy in June?
Elvis Andrus - 2009 AL Rookie of the Year
Mitch Moreland -Tom Grieve Rangers Minor League Player of the Year
Martin Perez - Nolan Ryan Rangers Minor League Pitcher of the Year
And when he's not taking uppercut hacks.
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
That's there all day against Pavano.
Your 2009 Texas Rangers: "Can't take a fucking to save their lives" (lisa w, 2009).
One of the things that is interesting about this team
They have a pretty good amount of steals.
But they clearly target certain batteries to run on.
Some pitchers or catchers, no one is going to run.
But like today, anyone with speed who gets on base, they are going.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 7:13 PM CDT up reply actions
I blame Gary Pettis :)
Elvis Andrus - 2009 AL Rookie of the Year
Mitch Moreland -Tom Grieve Rangers Minor League Player of the Year
Martin Perez - Nolan Ryan Rangers Minor League Pitcher of the Year
Good scouting, leading to good strategy.
Certainly doesn’t seem to support the idea that the ranks are full of morons, does it?
Your 2009 Texas Rangers: "Can't take a fucking to save their lives" (lisa w, 2009).
Nope
One of my theories about this regime is that their mistakes seem to come when they overthink and overanalyze things, and end up getting too cute or try to be too clever.
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 29, 2009 7:21 PM CDT up reply actions
28-28 KMA Haterz!
=P
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
"When you have a weapon on your shoulder like he has, you can be cool." RW on Perez
And the little bastard threw it for a swinging strike three in a 3-2 count. He’s blessed. And ballsy.
Ouch
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
"When you have a weapon on your shoulder like he has, you can be cool." RW on Perez
And the little bastard threw it for a swinging strike three in a 3-2 count. He’s blessed. And ballsy.
Must've been one helluva sneeze.
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
It was.
But I was reaching for something at the time and that had more to do with me falling out of the chair.
by Black Francis on Aug 29, 2009 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions
I was doing a balancing act on the railing of my back porch when I was like 11 or 12
Sneezed, and wound up flipping clean off. Mind you, this back porch was elevated, and surrounded by about a foot of bricked-in rocks. I was lucky enough to land in the grass, my head about 3-4 inches from the bricks.
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
That's much more dramatic than what happened to me.
I was just reaching for a pin and when I sneezed the chair rolled out from under me. My cranium struck the desk on the way down. Risk of death was very low.
by Black Francis on Aug 29, 2009 7:25 PM CDT up reply actions
they get out of the jam?
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by studcrackers on Aug 29, 2009 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions
Again bases loadd this time.
Boston has left 12 on base in just three innings
I'm just goofin' new boot goofin'
Blargh Davis.
WTF was that?
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
at least he didn't K!
bad all around that inning other than kins.
the preceding post was a great success.
Go ahead and relax boys, take the rest of the night off.
by #5withabullet on Aug 29, 2009 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions
Yes
Geared toward rooting for Kinsler. A meager attempt at being clever.
by #5withabullet on Aug 29, 2009 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Not since I stopped going to the mall by myself, in 4th grade
///shudder///
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
"When you have a weapon on your shoulder like he has, you can be cool." RW on Perez
And the little bastard threw it for a swinging strike three in a 3-2 count. He’s blessed. And ballsy.
yes, my checking in 20 minutes into the broadcast during a rangers commercial really means im
focused on them and not the rangers.
the preceding post was a great success.
Working for the "Cowboy Network" must be a load of laughs...
Ephesians 3:20-21...and I can only imagine
the score line at the top is huge and like a third of the way down the screen
by blueballlefty on Aug 29, 2009 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions
I fucking hate the Cowboys
I fucking hate reading about them, hearing about them, etc.
I wish nothing but humiliation and failure for them.
by Black Francis on Aug 29, 2009 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
hate them so much
that you waste your time commenting on a blog message board about them?
by blueballlefty on Aug 29, 2009 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions
This is a Rangers message board
-- Micah
Baseball Is My Boyfriend
I'm an Andrus-caliber catch. :-)
by The Best Micah on Aug 29, 2009 7:25 PM CDT up reply actions
it's an attempt to maybe get you guys to start a new post
so that the rest of us won’t have to look at it. I don’t plan to go on and on about it, but that sure would be nice.
by Black Francis on Aug 29, 2009 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm going to post for Ian to his LSB critics:
“See Mother Fuckers, this is why I have this uppercut swing and aim for the fences!! I take a 7 pitch walk, steal second, almost steal third, and you still can’t bring me home!! This is why I want to leadoff, MY can at least advance me ONE BASE! Sons of Bitches…”
Give me chemistry over stats any day. Do you think 34,000 fans were screaming their asses off over Pudges .275 OBP?
Wheeeew.
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
Changeups! Changeups!
I think I am in heaven
TVers: Are those really changeups?
Weird isn't it?
These guys all seem to be having very above-average offensive years. It’s crazy they don’t have a better record.
by #5withabullet on Aug 29, 2009 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions
Good grief. San Antonio is going to get no hit, run ruled after 4 innings.
Give me chemistry over stats any day. Do you think 34,000 fans were screaming their asses off over Pudges .275 OBP?
What did Barnett say?
Sorry…I get Minnesota feed.
-- Micah
Baseball Is My Boyfriend
I'm an Andrus-caliber catch. :-)
by The Best Micah on Aug 29, 2009 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions
Something about the Twins being the reason we're behind in the WC.
Hank is 7 runs below a zombie replacement at first base. Do you realize how terrible that is? Zombie’s can’t think, they’re slow, and they’re often ejected from the game for eating opposing baserunners’ brains. - Ben quantifies Hank Blalock
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