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So I'm guessing
they’d have to play the full nine in this game before even considering the second game right?
Chances on game 2 happening?
"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 bet it happens
The NOAA’s map shows one patch of rain coming and then scattered T-stroms to the east—after that, it’s clear. If they wait long enough, they’ll play. Depends on how long the umps are willing to delay in case of rain.
will the game be on tv
or will it be ESPN blacked out?
58 through 5. Looking good Big Game!
"Elvis Andrus has just preformed a MIRACLE!"
-Eric Nadel, 5/4/09
by Jason Brynsvold on Sep 13, 2009 6:25 PM CDT reply actions
and 5 of the Angels
I’m cheering for a sweep by either one of them in their upcoming series
"Elvis Andrus has just preformed a MIRACLE!"
-Eric Nadel, 5/4/09
by Jason Brynsvold on Sep 13, 2009 6:27 PM CDT up reply actions
you've got to root against Boston more
one at a time, we can catch Boston then go after the Angels
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings.
they might not be reachable as of right now
we have to catch Boston first.
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings.
Not necessarily
We play Anaheim 7 times. We don’t play Boston.
by Adam J. Morris on Sep 13, 2009 6:52 PM CDT up reply actions
Big Guns...
it stormed all around the East Bay yesterday which is weird because it usually never rains here between late April until early October. I’m talking .01 inch of rain in those months. And for there to be thunder and lightning is especially rare considering I’ve probably seen lightning a handful of times since I’ve moved here in ’05.
It’s the end of days, clearly.
by ghostofErikThompson on Sep 13, 2009 6:28 PM CDT reply actions
yeh I was gonna say that's very unusual for up there..
sounded like fun though to hear and watch :)
HH is that a sock in your puppet or are you happy to see me?
Yeah!
I’m from Northwest Louisiana where summers are full of crazy awesome thunder storms. So when we get one here it’s a nice treat.
by ghostofErikThompson on Sep 13, 2009 6:31 PM CDT up reply actions
A friend of mine told me...
…that they’d be living in the Bay Area for a while, and then one night, he experienced the first earthquake.
He said it was particularly weird because that evening was the first time he’d seen it thunder and lightning there, either…nothing like we have here in Texas, but some thunder and a lightning bolt or two.
He said the next day at work, no one even mentioned the earthquake, but everyone was freaked out about the incredible thunderstorm the night before.
by Adam J. Morris on Sep 13, 2009 6:38 PM CDT up reply actions
I've only experienced two in four years of college in San Jose
Not all that scary. But I have seen rain falling from a blue sky. That was weird.
by John Fountain on Sep 13, 2009 6:41 PM CDT up reply actions
MURPHINATOR!
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MURPHY!
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
So where's that rain?
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
I sent i.Orange out to do a reverse rain dance...
must of worked :)
HH is that a sock in your puppet or are you happy to see me?
DaMurph!
"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.
Anybody here live in Central Texas?
I know you guys were in a terrible drought, I’m hoping all of this rain helped the situation down 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.
We've gotten almost 6 inches
in the last three days.
Wasn't watching
have they said we are still going to play both games?
I was under the impression that they can’t air a game that starts after 7 pm (espn baseball blackout) but I suppose they can still play it.
the preceding post was a great success.
I think if it is previously scheduled they can air it.
But no direct competition on Sunday evenings.
"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 think they avoided that
b/c this game was originally schedule for 12:30 so technically the 2nd game was supposed to start at 4 which wouldve allowed them to get both games shown
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by studcrackers on Sep 13, 2009 6:35 PM CDT up reply actions
IMO
"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.
Better
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnoaj8b2bGM
"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.
IMHO
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
i see what you did there...
Feliz says his greatest thrill was striking out Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz, one of his heroes. Yet, when he called to tell his parents, his mother had a request: Strike out New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez, too.
"So when I did that," Feliz says, "I told my mom, 'There you go. There's your present. Don't ask me to strike anyone else out, OK?'
Geez Davis
You in there?
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
just watched 3 very hittable pitches go right by
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings.
yeah, i think we thought
maybe TB would be a tough series for Boston, at least take one game, but they are about to be swept. How come nobody else can beat Boston or LAA. It’s freakin’ ridiculous
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings.
other teams beat Boston
just not a shell-shocked, Carlos Pena-less TB.
Everyone on the Deviled Rays had better...
have Swine Flu. That’s the only acceptable explanation at this point.
by ghostofErikThompson on Sep 13, 2009 6:36 PM CDT reply actions
yuk
Feliz says his greatest thrill was striking out Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz, one of his heroes. Yet, when he called to tell his parents, his mother had a request: Strike out New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez, too.
"So when I did that," Feliz says, "I told my mom, 'There you go. There's your present. Don't ask me to strike anyone else out, OK?'
we're cruising right along here folks..
HH is that a sock in your puppet or are you happy to see me?
ST Link?
is this to watch game? I cant right now
Feliz says his greatest thrill was striking out Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz, one of his heroes. Yet, when he called to tell his parents, his mother had a request: Strike out New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez, too.
"So when I did that," Feliz says, "I told my mom, 'There you go. There's your present. Don't ask me to strike anyone else out, OK?'
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"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.
took me to a porn site
Feliz says his greatest thrill was striking out Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz, one of his heroes. Yet, when he called to tell his parents, his mother had a request: Strike out New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez, too.
"So when I did that," Feliz says, "I told my mom, 'There you go. There's your present. Don't ask me to strike anyone else out, OK?'
Shhhh!
"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.
ok, its our super secret one
Feliz says his greatest thrill was striking out Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz, one of his heroes. Yet, when he called to tell his parents, his mother had a request: Strike out New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez, too.
"So when I did that," Feliz says, "I told my mom, 'There you go. There's your present. Don't ask me to strike anyone else out, OK?'
Lol Hunter!
Nice snag.
"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.
he's a good player, on base machine
Feliz says his greatest thrill was striking out Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz, one of his heroes. Yet, when he called to tell his parents, his mother had a request: Strike out New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez, too.
"So when I did that," Feliz says, "I told my mom, 'There you go. There's your present. Don't ask me to strike anyone else out, OK?'
And once,
he wore shoes with live goldfish in them.
"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.
/Robot Greggo
"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.
impressive...I'm missing Golden Face a little less than I should be
HH is that a sock in your puppet or are you happy to see me?
Next years utilityman
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
yeh I have a feeling Omahh is in Boston
HH is that a sock in your puppet or are you happy to see me?
Cost you a mil, and can't play SS
"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.
a Mil through Arbitration?
still, he can play OF
Feliz says his greatest thrill was striking out Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz, one of his heroes. Yet, when he called to tell his parents, his mother had a request: Strike out New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez, too.
"So when I did that," Feliz says, "I told my mom, 'There you go. There's your present. Don't ask me to strike anyone else out, OK?'
He made $1.5M this year
paid by KC.
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
Didn't realize he was that expensive
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
isnt arbitration contracts like half guaranteed?
but i bet that goes down b/c he was in the minors all season
Feliz says his greatest thrill was striking out Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz, one of his heroes. Yet, when he called to tell his parents, his mother had a request: Strike out New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez, too.
"So when I did that," Feliz says, "I told my mom, 'There you go. There's your present. Don't ask me to strike anyone else out, OK?'
arent
Feliz says his greatest thrill was striking out Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz, one of his heroes. Yet, when he called to tell his parents, his mother had a request: Strike out New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez, too.
"So when I did that," Feliz says, "I told my mom, 'There you go. There's your present. Don't ask me to strike anyone else out, OK?'
Bunt to move the runner
What’s up with this fundamental baseball crap?
by Powder Blue Red Shoe on Sep 13, 2009 6:47 PM CDT reply actions
Knowing the situation, Elvis will hit a double and then get thrown out stretching into a triple...
just to get the game over.
OT of the game but
does anyone else hope millwood twists his ankle on a few steps of stairs and has to go on the DL before his option vests then we could sign him cheaper for next year, and trade him half way through before he hits the tank. or just let him go and sign sheets.
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings.
I think he's already
pitching injured and just not telling anyone so he can get his innings.
He should iron his shirt while wearing it
Or carry a deer up some stairs while doing motorcycle tricks
by Powder Blue Red Shoe on Sep 13, 2009 6:50 PM CDT up reply actions
Kinsler's doing it 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
just trying to hit the rain clouds so this game will be over know
Feliz says his greatest thrill was striking out Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz, one of his heroes. Yet, when he called to tell his parents, his mother had a request: Strike out New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez, too.
"So when I did that," Feliz says, "I told my mom, 'There you go. There's your present. Don't ask me to strike anyone else out, OK?'
Ian is in pop up mode again
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
yup if there were more fans there he wouldn't do that.
HH is that a sock in your puppet or are you happy to see me?
Good grief
It has been 2 days, and this has already been beaten into the ground.
Can we let it go already?
by Adam J. Morris on Sep 13, 2009 6:53 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
+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
yep
Feliz says his greatest thrill was striking out Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz, one of his heroes. Yet, when he called to tell his parents, his mother had a request: Strike out New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez, too.
"So when I did that," Feliz says, "I told my mom, 'There you go. There's your present. Don't ask me to strike anyone else out, OK?'
Just don't post here for a few days, like I do sometimes.
Oh, wait…
"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.
that's been a year long mode
well, with the exclusion of the first 3 weeks
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings.
HAHA, great catch!
"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.
Just got back home after going to Cowboy game and postgame party.
How has Big Game looked today?
Son, if you really want something in this life, you have to work for it. Now quiet! They're about to announce the lottery numbers. - Homer Simpson
Pretty good
Nice offspeed pitches.
"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.
Good
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
Feliz in the bullpen?
Why?
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
To remind the M's not to even think about a comeback
by Sherman McCoy on Sep 13, 2009 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions
5 run lead, rain coming, Holland likely to be the starter whenever we play our next game...
It just seems like a total waste to bring him into this game right here.
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's not all Wash's decision, I don't think
Feliz Rules-if today is his day to pitch, make sure you get him in a game, and who knows the outcome of game 2, or if it will even be played.
"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.
That throw by Bourbon didn't look weak
"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.
if we use feliz in this game
i’ll be inordinately pissed off
Feliz says his greatest thrill was striking out Boston Red Sox DH David Ortiz, one of his heroes. Yet, when he called to tell his parents, his mother had a request: Strike out New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez, too.
"So when I did that," Feliz says, "I told my mom, 'There you go. There's your present. Don't ask me to strike anyone else out, OK?'
CRUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUZ
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
Damn, I am way behind
"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.
Off the end of the bat too, nice
"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.
Nellie backs baby in a corner!
It's baseball. You don't always get what you want, and you don't always want what you get. --Ed Coffin
this game
is the polar opposite from last night. Even with rain gear I got wet. Today dry at the house.
I soloed in the Mile High Club!
I've been working in the reality TV trenches all weekend
Is there still any reason to be optimistic about this campaign?
by oc on Sep 13, 2009 7:07 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
WHY AREN'T YOU AT THE GAME!?!?!?
"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 went to the game yesterday
Ian didn’t seem to care
by oc on Sep 13, 2009 7:11 PM CDT up reply actions
Tonight's Tommy effort makes me even more sad about how shitty Millwood has become.
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.
Looks like the storms to the east are breaking up--we might get lucky and get in both games
Although still have to face Felix in Game 2. And Josh just said the second game would be on Fox SW
We're screwed against Felix.
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 Sep 13, 2009 7:10 PM CDT up reply actions
OT: The Notorius AJM is ranked 48th out of 50 in Pro Football Pick 'Em
The people ranked #49 and #50 didn’t make any picks in Week 1.
It's baseball. You don't always get what you want, and you don't always want what you get. --Ed Coffin
I just noticed that.
He’s currently 3-10 ATS for the week. I assume he took Buf and Oak tomorrow night.
He needs a fern to assist him, perhaps.
"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.
You're currently kicking everyone's ass, Mr. Tied-For-First
You’re like Neftali Feliz or something.
It's baseball. You don't always get what you want, and you don't always want what you get. --Ed Coffin
tommy goes out for the complete game?
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Absolutely
93 pitches. No reason not to.
by Adam J. Morris on Sep 13, 2009 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions
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
So I'm just wondering,
Has TOMHUN really improved this much from what we saw last year? I mean he was rushed and all ,but four hitter? Nice, IMO. Solid four five in this rotation.
The bloggerformelyknownasBigBaddBubbaJ
Oh hell ya'
He is much improved.
"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.
Jesus, Julio...
That looked like something I’d pull out there.
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
Ron really doesn't trust his mid-relief corps
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
If Tommy gets pulled...
…it will be in a situation where the game is close enough that Frankie would come in.
by Adam J. Morris on Sep 13, 2009 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah, yeah, we know
C.J. should be the closer, not Frankie.
by Adam J. Morris on Sep 13, 2009 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions
well all these guys probably need to pitch today...
thankfully tommy took care of it… we will just have to go the old feliz-o’day-cj-frankie for the nightcap.
the preceding post was a great success.
Fuck Julio, that was just lazy
"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.
Wowzers
Have a fucking seat Hannahan.
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
Hello Win Column
Let’s Get ’Em in Game 2!
It's baseball. You don't always get what you want, and you don't always want what you get. --Ed Coffin
BALLGAME!
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
wow. big game hunter.
"Elvis Andrus has just preformed a MIRACLE!"
-Eric Nadel, 5/4/09
by Jason Brynsvold on Sep 13, 2009 7:24 PM CDT reply actions
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