Friday a.m. Rangers stuff
by Adam J. Morris on Sep 10, 2010 7:39 AM CDT
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Anthony Andro's game story talks about how, despite the rough road trip, the Rangers return home with a 7.5 game lead over Oakland, the same lead they had when the road trip started.
The game story on the Rangers' website talks about how Colby Lewis finally got win #10 with a strong effort yesterday.
The notes on the Rangers website hit on Elvis Andrus's imminent return and the Rangers pitchers racking up high strikeout totals, despite the pitch-to-contact philosophy.
Andro's notes also hit on the strikeout totals, C.J. Wilson's struggles in his last start, and Alexi Ogando's recent inactivity.
Evan Grant talks about C.J. Wilson's emergence as the Rangers' staff ace.
Gil Lebreton has a column on this weekend's series between Texas and the Yankees.
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Hello Yankees....
I would love to get so momentum and some much-needed confidence by beating NY 2 of 3.
Wilson v spare tonight and Lee on the mound Sunday. No reason we shouldn’t capitalize.
I'm with Sam
"Sometimes you just want to sit back and watch somebody throw 100." - Jeff Passan on Neftali Feliz
"Baseball's all that's real" - JB
in so cal?
"He recently scored as high as an 8.5 on the Ryin A Scale of Douchebaggery." -Ryan A on the douchebag that is Kevin Millar
by TagDon'tTweet on Sep 10, 2010 9:08 AM CDT up reply actions
I approve this message.
Genesis 1: 3-4 (Rangers Edition): And JD said "Let there be Lee," and there was Lee. And JD saw the Lee, that it was good: and JD divided the Rangers from the Angels. by Aquaman56
That's because you weigh about a buck twenty five...
…and the wind ends up blowing you down the road faster than Bengie can run. AJM on Aug 30, 2010
we should either rename the team
the Texas Bipolars
chuck and nolan should give free biploar medicine to fans….
thoughts??
This confuses me
When there’s an either, shouldn’t there be an or?
The scouting report on Salty is that he’s a pampered, curly-haired motherfuck who didn’t earn his stripes. He has trouble throwing the ball back to the pitcher, claims to be a switch-hitter and is piss-poor in the clutch.
Have fun!
by oc on Jul 31, 2010 4:17 PM CDT
Heading up to Arlington this afternoon
so pumped about this series, I could hardly sleep last nite!
we're from Texas
CJ says "Relax"
Me, too.
Weird.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 9:56 AM CDT up reply actions
I'm in sec 32 behind home plate tonite
but might also be in the Cuervo Club. Look for me in the authentic “Wilson” red jersey
we're from Texas
CJ says "Relax"
Not sure where our tickets are
Higher up as we’ll have a larger group. Tell me about this Cuervo Club.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:01 AM CDT up reply actions
Oh, ok.
Is there a certain area with better beers? I feel like I heard people talking about this earlier in the year, but I can’t remember.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:05 AM CDT up reply actions
That's because you can't get the Whataburger off your palate.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:10 AM CDT up reply actions
Haven't the foggiest.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:11 AM CDT up reply actions
There are a couple of "Beers of the World" stands...
I think there is one on the 3rd deck… and during big games (when they have extra booths open), there is a kiosk with Killian’s draft… which is better than a kick in the ass.
I like Killian's well enough.
I will have to find one of these stands.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:13 AM CDT up reply actions
I didn't.
But it was my first Red, so I have fonder memories of it than it probably warrants. I’ve since found better ones, but I still go back to it on occasion.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:44 AM CDT up reply actions
There are also a few "Irishman's Pub" or something like that stands around
They have Killian’s & Sam Adams.
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
I think that's on the 2nd level
which is a different liquor license than 1 and 3… they won’t let you take a beer from the 2nd level to the 3rd.
No, the one I hit was just to the 3rd base side before beers of the world
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
Try
Lagunitas Imperial Red.
Bear Republic Red Rocket.
Skas Pinstripe Red.
All much better than Coor’s and you will have new, fonder memories.
by Whiskey in my Whiskey on Sep 10, 2010 10:47 AM CDT up reply actions
Yup, had them.
Well, not Skas. But the other two. I like Lagunitas’ Lucky 13, though it was hoppier than I was expecting.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:51 AM CDT up reply actions
The Imperial Red
will knock one on one’s rear.
Ska is one of my favs now, they make quality stuff and I like that it comes in cans.
by Whiskey in my Whiskey on Sep 10, 2010 10:53 AM CDT up reply actions
Green Flash Hop Head Red is good too
Stone 13th Anniversary I think was called a red and was awesome
Red ales are the ultimate mystery out here in Washington- they range from not hoppy at all to hoppier than other places’ IPAs. Having no idea what to expect, I’m hesitant to order them a lot of the time.
by snake oil pete on Sep 10, 2010 11:26 AM CDT up reply actions
nothing wrong with Killian's
nothing at all… it’s like a gateway to knowing about better beers.
by elvis1isking on Sep 10, 2010 11:14 AM CDT up reply actions
I watched a documentary
called “Beer Wars” the other day. Was amazed at how many brands are brewed under the big names.
Meh.
I have this sitting in the Netflix
Need to watch it at some point.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 11:01 AM CDT up reply actions
There have been so many mergers and buy-outs
over the past 20 years that you can’t keep up any more.
What are we at the park for except to win? I'd trip my mother. I'd help her up, brush her off, tell her I'm sorry. But mother don't make it to third. ~Leo Durocher
There is a Texas Beer stand by home plate
Rahrs & Shiners & such.
by blakethegr8 on Sep 10, 2010 10:47 AM CDT up reply actions
didnt know they had that
they should really add real ale, much better than shiner and rahr.
or even st arnolds
"I'm against picketing, but I don't know how to show it." - Mitch Hedberg
They have Saint Arnolds on tap there as well
Yeah, well, sometimes nothin' can be a real cool hand.
by Texas Jihad on Sep 10, 2010 11:30 AM CDT up reply actions
Ziegenbock
I drink many every game
Yeah, well, sometimes nothin' can be a real cool hand.
by Texas Jihad on Sep 10, 2010 11:30 AM CDT up reply actions
Never drank a Ziegenbock before
Always been a Shiner guy. May have to pick some up today to try something new.
Meh.
Draft is much better
but I guess that goes for all beer
Yeah, well, sometimes nothin' can be a real cool hand.
by Texas Jihad on Sep 10, 2010 11:39 AM CDT up reply actions
Shiner > Ziegenbock
Though, Ziegenbock > All beers at the ballpark
"He recently scored as high as an 8.5 on the Ryin A Scale of Douchebaggery." -Ryan A on the douchebag that is Kevin Millar
by TagDon'tTweet on Sep 10, 2010 12:02 PM CDT up reply actions
Shiner 96,
the black lager, is one of my favs
"He recently scored as high as an 8.5 on the Ryin A Scale of Douchebaggery." -Ryan A on the douchebag that is Kevin Millar
by TagDon'tTweet on Sep 10, 2010 12:06 PM CDT up reply actions
I like both which ever is on draft I will take
or cheaper
Yeah, well, sometimes nothin' can be a real cool hand.
by Texas Jihad on Sep 10, 2010 12:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah, I gotta go with the Texas stand at Rangers games
Better than nothing, but the beer selection at Safeco has spoiled me. I was pumped about going to a game in Milwaukee, but in retrospect I probably should have expected the disappointment that was to come- basically only Miller stuff, with a couple boring offerings from Leinenkugel’s. Lots of good breweries in Wisconsin/Michigan/Minnesota.
by snake oil pete on Sep 10, 2010 12:29 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah, there's a little gold thing on the stub
It’s weird because a couple years ago for the home opener I had second row tix on third and didn’t have the gold thingy but the guys behind us did. We still went with those guys and bum-rushed the bouncers to get in.
"You promised me, Eckstein, that if I followed you, you would walk with me always. But I noticed that during the most trying periods of my life, there have only been one set of prints in the sand. Why, when I have needed you most, have you not been there for me?" David Eckstein replied, "Because my little legs had gotten tired, and you were carrying me." And I looked down and saw that I was still carrying David Eckstein.
Then he grounded out weakly to second.
only season tickets printed on card stock have gold cuervo logo
most tickets on the red, white, blue paper just say cuervo club across the top
by sam in so cal on Sep 10, 2010 10:42 AM CDT up reply actions
I'm in section 30...
I’m rounding up a group – we’ll be four. Maybe we can all rendezvous – Cuervo Club or otherwise.
by sam in so cal on Sep 10, 2010 12:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Ceej is going to have some hotties in attendance tonight, right?
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
I love that guy
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
I love that he stocks the stands with several hot girls.
by FuturePants on Sep 10, 2010 10:05 AM CDT up reply actions
He wants us all to be happy
He is a wise, caring overlord.
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
lets just hope the tv crew knows, so we get some coverage
"I'm against picketing, but I don't know how to show it." - Mitch Hedberg
I am, somehow, even more jealous of him now.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:14 AM CDT up reply actions
Race cars and swimsuit models, whats not to like
"I'm against picketing, but I don't know how to show it." - Mitch Hedberg
Pretty sure if I could choose any Ranger player's life to live for a day, it would be the BlueGloveLefty
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
No doubt.
Though he’d be pissed at me when I broke his whole no drinking thing.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:19 AM CDT up reply actions
See, I don't drink either, so it fits me even more perfectly
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
So when we clinch
What do Josh and CJ do?
"I was going to say, 'You’re gay for Elvis.' But then I realized that I, too, am gay for Elvis." ~Adam J. Morris.
by Kinslerhomer on Sep 10, 2010 10:20 AM CDT up reply actions
CJ makes out with five swimsuit models at once and then drives a Ferrari around town
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
CJ is straight edge...
so on top of not drinking… he doesn’t do drugs (obviously) and he doesn’t have promiscuous sex.
Unfortunately right now, drinking is the only one of those things I do :(… but if I had those girls following me around, I don’t think I would like to be CJ at all.
Milk.
Fresh milk.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:21 AM CDT up reply actions
Well hopefully Josh won't get hurt
in the celebration.
What are we at the park for except to win? I'd trip my mother. I'd help her up, brush her off, tell her I'm sorry. But mother don't make it to third. ~Leo Durocher
I believe....
….someone asked JD at Newberg Night in 2009, and he said that Josh will have no problem being hosed down with champagne should they make the playoffs. I’m sure Ceej could tolerate it too.
by FuturePants on Sep 10, 2010 11:12 AM CDT up reply actions
CJ plus Drinking would rule.
Being CJ would be good, but would have such a major part of life missing. Like a hole in my heart.
by FuturePants on Sep 10, 2010 10:39 AM CDT up reply actions
There's so many specific events that would be confusing
Attending a baseball game would be one. Nice steak dinner…and water? New Year’s Eve and…juice?
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:40 AM CDT up reply actions
Totally
Cigar and apple juice? Pizza and……chocolate milk?
by FuturePants on Sep 10, 2010 10:44 AM CDT up reply actions
Easy
Steak dinner = iced tea
New Year’s Eve = Dr Pepper (though I’m normally asleep rather than partying)
Pizza = Mountain Dew, orange soda, and grape soda are perfect pizza drinks
Cigars are the only thing that there’s not a perfect substitute. I normally drink Dr Pepper (I drink it in all occasions). It’s probably not ideal, but it works for me.
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
true
Dr Pepper or Iced Tea will go well with just about anything.
You learn these things when your wife is pregnant and you don’t want to open nice bottles of wine alone.
Go Rice Owls!
Bourbon/Scotch?
Beer?
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:53 AM CDT up reply actions
it's because its the greatest soft drink on the planet
"I'm against picketing, but I don't know how to show it." - Mitch Hedberg
by rentz on Sep 10, 2010 10:55 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
My wife used to a Coca-Cola devotee
Then she went to Baylor for 4 years and has been a Dr. Pepper addict ever since…though fortunately she has switched to Diet.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:58 AM CDT up reply actions
sure you can
dublin dr pepper
"I'm against picketing, but I don't know how to show it." - Mitch Hedberg
This
I am like the people you know, tyd, I drink it obsessively.
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
I drink the fuck outta DP.
"It’s Advil and beef in the Texas Rangers, you yankee bastard."
- Nolan Ryan
I used to drink DP exclusively
then I switched to diet, then tried diet cherry DP, and liked it. then decided to try Coke Zero, and liked that, and now I’ve picked up Cherry Coke Zero. So I alternate the 4 of them.
Sir Warwick Harrow: I know him, and I think he's a psychotic lowlife.
Mal: And I think calling him that is an insult to the psychotic lowlife community.
Diet DP is awesome
"Sometimes you just want to sit back and watch somebody throw 100." - Jeff Passan on Neftali Feliz
"Baseball's all that's real" - JB
I used to pound the DP when younger...
now I only drink it (2 please) when extremely hungover.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"The Influence continues." Josey Wales (1/18/10)
by Josey Wales on Sep 10, 2010 11:08 AM CDT up reply actions
Dublin
Dr. Pepper is truly greatness.
by Whiskey in my Whiskey on Sep 10, 2010 10:55 AM CDT up reply actions
I'm so used to corn syrup type...
…..that real sugar in the DP tastes VERY weird to me. I’m not a huge fan.
by FuturePants on Sep 10, 2010 10:56 AM CDT up reply actions
The bottles are weird cause you also have the bottle taste going on too,
and I’d rather have the fountain regular Dr. Pepper.
But fountain Dublin Dr. Pepper is glorious.
That is a diabetic coma waiting to happen.
And I’m ok with that.
"What IS your fascination with my forbidden closet of mystery?"
Bush's Sweet Tea
Very popular in our house.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:59 AM CDT up reply actions
Weird.
McAlister’s is also good. I actually prefer it because you get more of the tea taste.
The sweetest tea ever is at Potato Shack in College Station. I’ve never been able to drink it straight, I have to mix it with unsweetened tea.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 11:01 AM CDT up reply actions
Have you ever had Rudy's Sweet Tea?
I rank it in a tie with Chicken E, sometimes better depending on the specific mix. And better than McAlister’s. Theirs isnt sweet enough for me.
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
i don't much care for McDonalds
but I’ll admit, a $1 large sweet tea is very tempting…
Go Rice Owls!
Their tea can be quite good,
and the price can’t be beat, but they doesn’t have the consistency of some places. They sometimes leave it out for too long or something, I guess.
Which bottles are you talking about
I abhor Dr Pepper in plastic bottles, but I love glass bottles.
Fountain is undoubtedly the best, though.
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
It's not actual Dublin, it comes from some of the other Dr Pepper plants (Abtex in Abilene, for example) who just replace the syrup with cane sugar
I don’t think it tastes the same as the Dublin mix.
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
they have them out right now, I've only seen them in this one convenient store though..
"Sometimes you just want to sit back and watch somebody throw 100." - Jeff Passan on Neftali Feliz
"Baseball's all that's real" - JB
It tastes terrible out of the plastic bottle.
Like they added poison.
by FuturePants on Sep 10, 2010 11:00 AM CDT up reply actions
Both Erin Andrews and Dublin DP suck...you're a fucked up dude.
"Sometimes you just want to sit back and watch somebody throw 100." - Jeff Passan on Neftali Feliz
"Baseball's all that's real" - JB
It's so awesome
Getting the pure cane sugar is like liquid crack to me.
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
They sell it in a high-end grocery here in Saint Louis.
It’s pricey but one of my treats when I’m trying to get some serious writing done.
Ok, story time.
Last year at TAMS (high school) and we get back from Spring break and one of the guys in my hall comes running in and says he’s got a great idea. Walmart is selling Dr. Pepper for $2/12pack starting the next weekend. We’re going to have a Dr. Pepper drinking contest. $20 buy in, 10 12-packs each. I’m thinking, I’m going to dominate this competition because I drank 3 sodas a day anyways. So I’m in.
They ended up getting over 100 12 packs of Dr. Pepper once everyone bought in. They ended up moving their couch out early and building furniture out of the DP. The contest started with 25 days left in school. Pretty soon tiers were established (including a girl’s bracket that was mostly lame with a few exceptions).
It’s strange, you’d think it wouldn’t be that hard to go from 3 to 6 or 7 cans a day, and I did at first. But you really start to wear yourself out. A few times, I even brushed my teeth in the middle of the afternoon…to subsequently open another can of DP.
I ended up drinking 125 cans of DP in 25 days. I finished 3rd. I was in a heated race for 3rd with another guy. I thought I would hit 100 before him with a 98-95 DP lead on a Friday afternoon, but at a party that night, he walks in at midnight and finished his 100th in front of me before I could get there. Lost the battle, won the war (for 3rd).
The guy in second finished with 205. The guy who won ended up somewhere north of 230.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 11:15 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Holy crap that sounds like the most awesome drinking game of all time
I need to challenge someone to that kind of game.
Ghetto, I’m guessing you were a math/science kid in school? Did you ever do TMSCA?
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
Yep.
Made state all 3 years.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 11:24 AM CDT up reply actions
Awesome, small world
I started TMSCA in 5th grade. We were one of the dominant powers in 2A, both in TMSCA and UIL, at that time.
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
Good story
Still gotta have beer with my pizza though.
heh
by snake oil pete on Sep 10, 2010 11:21 AM CDT up reply actions
Yeah.
It’s an insanely good combo.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 11:24 AM CDT up reply actions
Depends on the person.
I enjoyed my time there immensely.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 11:45 AM CDT up reply actions
Was TAMS no cars allowed, or am I thinking of something else?
That part always sounded terrible to me.
No cars first year
Allowed second year.
It’s actually a good idea, I think. Part of the hard part about TAMS, especially for those who are from the D/FW area, is to fully commit to the fact that you aren’t in high school any more. That means not going home every weekend to see friends and family, being forced to get to know your new dorm mates/friends, etc.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 11:50 AM CDT up reply actions
Wtf is TAMS?
Yeah, well, sometimes nothin' can be a real cool hand.
by Texas Jihad on Sep 10, 2010 12:16 PM CDT up reply actions
I literally force myself to drink water.
I don’t like it at all, so I just fill up huge glasses several times a day and chug a niiiice big, tepid glass of tapwater.
by FuturePants on Sep 10, 2010 10:54 AM CDT up reply actions
I get all the water I need
from the buckets of Dr Pepper I drink.
"It’s Advil and beef in the Texas Rangers, you yankee bastard."
- Nolan Ryan
I generally drink 2 DPs a day.
One with lunch, one with dinner. Any kind of coke is too sweet without food.
by FuturePants on Sep 10, 2010 10:56 AM CDT up reply actions
I tend to drink them
at 10, 2 & 4
by txranfanted on Sep 10, 2010 10:58 AM CDT up reply actions 2 recs
Peppertime.
Remember those clocks that only had those three numbers on them?
I really never understood why those arbitrary times are DP Time.
by FuturePants on Sep 10, 2010 10:59 AM CDT up reply actions
I've always assumed it was for mid morning break, post-lunch drink, and mid-afternoon break
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
Madison Ave at its finest....
doesn’t have to make complete sense, just has to make product move
by txranfanted on Sep 10, 2010 11:05 AM CDT up reply actions
Dr Pepper commissoned a study
to find out at what times of the day a persons blood sugar dipped the lowest. The result was 10am, 2pm and 4pm. Hence the slogan.
What are we at the park for except to win? I'd trip my mother. I'd help her up, brush her off, tell her I'm sorry. But mother don't make it to third. ~Leo Durocher
They're not very good at taking blood sugar.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 11:25 AM CDT up reply actions
It was the 1920's
They still thought taking mercury baths was good for pain back then.
What are we at the park for except to win? I'd trip my mother. I'd help her up, brush her off, tell her I'm sorry. But mother don't make it to third. ~Leo Durocher
Note that they "commissioned" a study
No one said they got an objective result with the study.
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
That's marketing for you.
What are we at the park for except to win? I'd trip my mother. I'd help her up, brush her off, tell her I'm sorry. But mother don't make it to third. ~Leo Durocher
Wow
I have a 34 oz mug I fill at least twice a day, and refill before I go to bed. And yes, I drink water in my sleep.
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
Yup...
I drink nothing but water.
"The only good is knowledge and the only evil is ignorance."-Socrates
I like my water infused
with hops and barley.
What are we at the park for except to win? I'd trip my mother. I'd help her up, brush her off, tell her I'm sorry. But mother don't make it to third. ~Leo Durocher
Seems to sanitary
Let’s add something living to make it truly crazy.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 11:45 AM CDT up reply actions
By the way
Hopfest is starting today and I’m going crazy.
by snake oil pete on Sep 10, 2010 11:47 AM CDT up reply actions
I hate you.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 11:51 AM CDT up reply actions
This.
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
heh
I printed out the list at work and I’m game planning. Probably hit it at lunch before the most popular stuff runs out, then again tonight, then hopefully tomorrow before going to the Everett/Spokane short-season playoff game.
Also, these Fests at Brouwers always save a few surprises, so the rarest, most surprising 5 or so are never on the published list. Good times.
I’m working up a powerful thirst.
by snake oil pete on Sep 10, 2010 11:57 AM CDT up reply actions
Holy Shita!
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
I hate you as well.
My friend just informed me that the Hale’s O’Briens Harvest Ale is in. Last time I had a glass of the cask conditioned batch and i caught a buzz just from the hops aroma.
What are we at the park for except to win? I'd trip my mother. I'd help her up, brush her off, tell her I'm sorry. But mother don't make it to third. ~Leo Durocher
I don't know when you last had it
but I was told last year that they stopped using fresh hops to brew it. It was still pretty good, though.
by snake oil pete on Sep 10, 2010 12:59 PM CDT up reply actions
2 years ago
Why would they fuck it up by not using freash hops?
What are we at the park for except to win? I'd trip my mother. I'd help her up, brush her off, tell her I'm sorry. But mother don't make it to third. ~Leo Durocher
Make that fresh.
I’m getting drunk just thinking about it.
What are we at the park for except to win? I'd trip my mother. I'd help her up, brush her off, tell her I'm sorry. But mother don't make it to third. ~Leo Durocher
Hops Shortage
Too much rain? Too little rain? I can’t remember… just know that there was a bad crop. Homebrewers really got squeezed. We couldn’t get any hops at all. Commercial brewers used hop pellets (some always do) as a replacement for the fresh stuff.
Hops shortage is over, so they’ll go back to the traditional method (I assume).
by Oracle Galvez on Sep 10, 2010 2:00 PM CDT up reply actions
In where?
Local to DFW?
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
Hales is up in Seattle.
What are we at the park for except to win? I'd trip my mother. I'd help her up, brush her off, tell her I'm sorry. But mother don't make it to third. ~Leo Durocher
Orange soda
Pretty clutch for the greasy food pairing.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:53 AM CDT up reply actions
Orange Soda is not bad at all.
It’s probably the only kind of coke that I will drink without some kind of savory/salty food to balance it out.
by FuturePants on Sep 10, 2010 10:55 AM CDT up reply actions
Yeah, I love me some Orange Crush
My mom always keeps a stock of it at their house. In glass bottles no less.
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
Fanta for me.
It is better out of a glass bottle. When I think back to how much of that and other colas I drank during college, I wonder how I don’t have diabetes.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 11:02 AM CDT up reply actions
I never seen Fanta in glass, I need to find that
It’s not too bad when I drink it in plastic at the convenience store (because they generally dont have Crush).
Is Grape Nehi around anymore? I only see other grape sodas now, like Grape Crush.
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
I had it a lot in India
But I’ve seen it here, too. Just not as commonly.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 11:07 AM CDT up reply actions
have you guys
seen those new fountain machines from Coke that include almost every soda known to man and it has a touch screen interface as well ? pretty cool, I’ve seen it at the Pei Wei in addison.
Umm, I need to own one of those
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
I'll always have
fond memories of the Faygo red pop from my Detroit childhood.
by Whiskey in my Whiskey on Sep 10, 2010 11:34 AM CDT up reply actions
dude
sams club sells mexican orange fanta w/ cane sugar.
its AWESOME.
Scout: He was a first-round pick right? Got a huge bonus?
KG: Oh yeah.
Scout: Well, he spent a lot of it on milkshakes.
by knockoutking on Sep 10, 2010 2:25 PM CDT up reply actions
You ignored my email, douche nozzle
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
Half
coke zero and half cherry coke.
by Whiskey in my Whiskey on Sep 10, 2010 10:54 AM CDT up reply actions
OT: So I totally need at least a couple of guys to fill the last few spots in a Yahoo! FF league
which has a draft at…7pm CST…tonight?
http://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com/f1/601876 is the league ID, and if there’s still a password, it’s “nowitzki”.
I know, no scoring for the peeps who played today, but eh…just in case someone feels like it.
Remember to retire Fin's number, Mark.
x
“It doesn’t matter who we’re playing, I’m trying to go out there and throw eight innings, give up a couple of hits and allow one or no runs.”
You can do better than that Ceej….9 innings, maybe 1 hit….2 hits in 8? Shouldn’t set the bar so low…
"Sometimes you just want to sit back and watch somebody throw 100." - Jeff Passan on Neftali Feliz
"Baseball's all that's real" - JB
He is due for a strong performance tonite
his new flame will be spectating again
we're from Texas
CJ says "Relax"
it's like watching Hambone dive into first base.
i love the effort, but damn it to hell if i ever wanna see it again
"He recently scored as high as an 8.5 on the Ryin A Scale of Douchebaggery." -Ryan A on the douchebag that is Kevin Millar
by TagDon'tTweet on Sep 10, 2010 9:34 AM CDT up reply actions
I asked him about that play
when I met him a few weeks ago. He laughed and said, “I thought I had broken every bone in my body when I did that.”
Meh.
Grant also gives a handy little chart
at the bottom of his article comparing Lee and Wilson since Lee’s arrival…
Wilson has the clear edge in ERA, BAA, and wins (ehem). Lee has more strikeouts, a sixth of the walks, more innings. Lee’s FIP of 3.10 and xFIP of 3.25 bode well that, even through his struggles, he’s going to get it back on track. Not to say that CJ’s FIP of 3.59 is anything to sneeze at and that xFIP of 4.28 feels high the way he’s pitching right now.
But given his history in the playoffs, when Lee is does get back, I don’t really care how good CJ has pitched, you gotta go with Lee.
"Drinks are on me if Lewis posts >168IP and an era lower than 3.86." by RangerMad on Jan 20, 2010 12:36 PM PST
Isn't "History in the Playoffs"
another SSS?
"Look, we're basically on earth to shit and fuck. So unless your job's to help people shit or fuck, it's not that important, so relax."-https://twitter.com/shitmydadsays
yes
But when that sample is so strong, also assuming that Lee and Wilson pitch on roughly the same level the rest of the season, wouldn’t you be more comfortable going with Lee given that stellar, albeit tiny history vs. Wilson’s no history at all?
"Drinks are on me if Lewis posts >168IP and an era lower than 3.86." by RangerMad on Jan 20, 2010 12:36 PM PST
I'd be more comfortable with Lee as the #1,
but not because of that; just because of the longer overall (regular season or playoff) track record.
(Assuming Lee doesn’t suck it up compared to CJ the rest of the way, cause if something’s wrong then that history is much less relevant.)
I agree,
but, some pitchers just show up in October. It’s what they do. I know the idea of “clutch” has been rebuked a thousand times, but Lee is a gamer, and is a balla in octoba
"He recently scored as high as an 8.5 on the Ryin A Scale of Douchebaggery." -Ryan A on the douchebag that is Kevin Millar
by TagDon'tTweet on Sep 10, 2010 9:11 AM CDT up reply actions
absolutely
I was just trying to justify citing his playoff success as well, as that seemed to be the issue that was taken.
"Drinks are on me if Lewis posts >168IP and an era lower than 3.86." by RangerMad on Jan 20, 2010 12:36 PM PST
It's a miniscule sample size
Genesis 1: 3-4 (Rangers Edition): And JD said "Let there be Lee," and there was Lee. And JD saw the Lee, that it was good: and JD divided the Rangers from the Angels. by Aquaman56
That's because you weigh about a buck twenty five...
…and the wind ends up blowing you down the road faster than Bengie can run. AJM on Aug 30, 2010
Has anyone read a study on "big-game performers"?
Anecdotally it seems that there are some guys that just show up big in big games (playoffs, huge division series, nationally televised games etc.) I know “clutch” has been disproven as a predictive stat, but that is basically someones RISP and RISP w/2 outs late in a game and what not. I wonder if there’s anything out there about “big game performers” especially since it’s such a mental game it seems like there could be players maybe in particular pitchers that are able to step it up a notch when their team really needs it. Or maybe its another of those things that seems right but the numbers tell a different story.
my better is better than your better.
by rangerjake on Sep 10, 2010 9:45 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Don't know anything about the statistics
but I suspect most of the starters on good teams have played in enough games that were big to them before reaching the majors that the pressure is more familiar.
You can look up guys who had reps
like Derek Jeter, and you will find out he has sucked about as often in Postseason play as he has been clutch. People seem to remember his big plays, but not his 3/17s in the series where Cleveland eliminated him or his 4 for 27 in the World Series against Arizona.
Overall most “big game performers” only performed big in a handful of games or less, and it is the ultimate in small sample size.
"Look, we're basically on earth to shit and fuck. So unless your job's to help people shit or fuck, it's not that important, so relax."-https://twitter.com/shitmydadsays
I think that is definitely the case for hitters
I would actually suspect that there may be some skill pitchers have to do well under some conditions as opposed to others.
The problem with pitchers is that unless you’re talking about Mariano Rivera, who has an embarrassing number of postseason appearances (0.74 ERA over 133 innings!!!!!!!!!!!), most of your pitchers have extremely small sample sizes; this makes it difficult to isolate those “clutch” pitchers from just lucky pitchers.
It is worth noting that some writers favorite example of a clutch pitcher – Jack Morris – had almost an identical post-season ERA (3.80) to career ERA (3.90). His World Series ERA was indeed much better (2.96), but 10 innings of shutout ball will help any 7 game sample size…
Go Rice Owls!
That article was incredibly stupid
Lee has been one of the very best starters in baseball 3 seasons running, and Wilson has been really hot for a couple of months. I appreciate what CJ has done so far, and I’m very confident in him going forward, but that was just stupid.
When you're drowning, you don't say 'I would be incredibly pleased if someone would have the foresight to notice me drowning and come and help me,' you just scream.
Given that they traded one of their best prospects for Cliff Lee to start Game 1 of the playoffs
Cliff Lee should, and will, start Game 1 of the playoffs.
Cliff Lee obviously hasn’t put up very good results as a Ranger. And I like to make fun of that, mostly because so many people are so sensitive to jokes about Cliff Lee. But that doesn’t change the fact that Lee is just a different level pitcher than CJ Wilson, and if your sample size says otherwise then you were either biased in choosing it or didn’t look at enough games.
Go Rice Owls!
I don't see what Smoak has to do with who starts game 1
who gives a shit who they traded? You start the best pitcher, and that is still Lee.
When you're drowning, you don't say 'I would be incredibly pleased if someone would have the foresight to notice me drowning and come and help me,' you just scream.
Good Morning All!!
It’s a Friday in September and our Rangers are in first place!! Life is good. Let’s kick some Yankee ass!
What are we at the park for except to win? I'd trip my mother. I'd help her up, brush her off, tell her I'm sorry. But mother don't make it to third. ~Leo Durocher
x
despite the rough road trip, the Rangers return home with a 7.5 game lead over Oakland, the same lead they had when the road trip started.
This is why the AL West belongs to the Rangers….my confidence was shaken earlier this week but the fact that they have the same lead despite this rough patch should convince even the most stubborn fan that it’s over….
I should know because I was one of those stubborn fans until a couple weeks ago….
Ball....toss.....antlers....
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Sep 10, 2010 8:43 AM CDT reply actions
Yep.
Oakland is not good enough to do what would be needed to catch us. It’s over but I think that 92 game goal is now out of reach. Of course no one planned on these kinds of injury issues when Nolan said that.
What are we at the park for except to win? I'd trip my mother. I'd help her up, brush her off, tell her I'm sorry. But mother don't make it to third. ~Leo Durocher
everyone expects these types of injuries though.
it’s a long season.
"He recently scored as high as an 8.5 on the Ryin A Scale of Douchebaggery." -Ryan A on the douchebag that is Kevin Millar
by TagDon'tTweet on Sep 10, 2010 9:16 AM CDT up reply actions
The amount of injuries the Rangers have had
should be expected.
Unless you expect Hamilton or Kinsler to be uninjured, which would be an odd expectation. Also, the Rangers have had to use less starters than usual this year.
"Look, we're basically on earth to shit and fuck. So unless your job's to help people shit or fuck, it's not that important, so relax."-https://twitter.com/shitmydadsays
Cliff Lee vs. NY
Do we actually want the Yankees to see Cliff Lee this close to the playoffs?
The Rangers Playoff advantage might be for the Yankees to not face Lee in September Right? Or does this not matter?
"Do you understand probability theory? Yes, I do. The Rangers will probably lose."
paralysis by analysis
It isn’t like he’s some shiny new toy no one has ever seen before.
It doesn’t matter.
by elvis1isking on Sep 10, 2010 9:15 AM CDT up reply actions
Yes, it's not like no one has any scouting info on Lee
and the Yankees have seen him plenty of time, AND the playoffs are still a few weeks away. It’s not like they’re facing the Yankees in the playoffs next week.
When you're drowning, you don't say 'I would be incredibly pleased if someone would have the foresight to notice me drowning and come and help me,' you just scream.
this is irrelevant.
"He recently scored as high as an 8.5 on the Ryin A Scale of Douchebaggery." -Ryan A on the douchebag that is Kevin Millar
by TagDon'tTweet on Sep 10, 2010 9:16 AM CDT up reply actions
SO_______
What I hear everyone saying is_______
Cliff Lee should hide until the first Playoff series?
/sarcasm
"Do you understand probability theory? Yes, I do. The Rangers will probably lose."
this is also irrelevant
"He recently scored as high as an 8.5 on the Ryin A Scale of Douchebaggery." -Ryan A on the douchebag that is Kevin Millar
by TagDon'tTweet on Sep 10, 2010 9:51 AM CDT up reply actions
fucking moron
Scout: He was a first-round pick right? Got a huge bonus?
KG: Oh yeah.
Scout: Well, he spent a lot of it on milkshakes.
by knockoutking on Sep 10, 2010 9:52 AM CDT up reply actions
some would suggest
that his last few outings have been nothing more than attempts to throw off advanced scouting reports and lull the other playoff teams into a false sense of security.
You didn’t hear that from me, though.
by elvis1isking on Sep 10, 2010 9:54 AM CDT up reply actions
Cliff Lee
This seems very plausible.
For the record, I still disagree with the host of people who are jumping my ass.
A-Rod has a mere 11 AB’s against Lee. If we’re marching Lee out on games 1, 4, and maybe 7, I don’t want A-Rod seeing him in Sept. Especially when Lee has enjoyed two weeks off. What’s wrong with holding Lee back one more game? If Lee gets rocked on Sunday, this is not good. Why risk that head game?
"Do you understand probability theory? Yes, I do. The Rangers will probably lose."
If Lee is a great pitcher
like everyone tells me he is, then he should be good enough to dominate hitters as well both the first time and the 100th time he faces them.
Lee wouldn’t be this successful if he relied on poor scouting reports and inexperience against his approach to get guys out.
Go Rice Owls!
=|
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:25 AM CDT up reply actions
Lee in August
I understand. But, Lee seemed to lose some confidence over the last 2 games. This start really worries me. He’ll be facing the MLB’s best on Sunday, versus the Detroit Tigers (on Tuesday). Plus, 2 weeks off is not an extra-days rest. He’s a location specialist. I think this start adds an element of risk that is unnecessary. Detroit is no big deal, but this game will be discussed for awhile.
P S – I love that look in Lee’s eye. I just don’t want him to lose that look. Maybe I’m paranoid. If so, sorry.
"Do you understand probability theory? Yes, I do. The Rangers will probably lose."
The really important thing is for the Rangers to play better.
That means if possible Lee needs to get back in a groove for the playoffs. He may be rusty Sunday. The Rangers most likely will have to play the Yankees the first round. And it will only be a five game series. If Lee pitches well the first game, he would probably start another game. I don’t see a realistic way for the Rays to catch the Yankees, and the Rangers to catch the Twins.
God.
4 playoff berths and 4 times of drawing the fucking Yankees in the first round. We are cursed!
What are we at the park for except to win? I'd trip my mother. I'd help her up, brush her off, tell her I'm sorry. But mother don't make it to third. ~Leo Durocher
I second that thought.
What are we at the park for except to win? I'd trip my mother. I'd help her up, brush her off, tell her I'm sorry. But mother don't make it to third. ~Leo Durocher
How does everyone think this years team stacks up against the 2009 team?
last year we won an away series in NYC, Tampa, Boston IIRC
we're from Texas
CJ says "Relax"
I think this years team
is roughly the same as last years team. Pitching might be a smidge better.
"Look, we're basically on earth to shit and fuck. So unless your job's to help people shit or fuck, it's not that important, so relax."-https://twitter.com/shitmydadsays
Pitching has gotten better
Defense has gotten worse, especially on the left side of the infield.
I don’t always have sex with men…but when I do, I prefer Josh Hamilton. - AJM
According to defensive efficiency
overall defense is better this year. Outfield improvements maybe.
"Look, we're basically on earth to shit and fuck. So unless your job's to help people shit or fuck, it's not that important, so relax."-https://twitter.com/shitmydadsays
Yeah, that is because of the OF
Largely due to Borbon and Hamilton having better years. Shit, even Cruz got better this season, and he was already spectacular last year.
Elvis, Kinsler and MY have all gone backwards though. I’d be willing to bet catcher got worse too, with all the time Molina has spent back there and Teagarden’s terrible April.
But then again, this is all based of single years of data, and the overall difference in UZR/150 is 3 points, so…
I don’t always have sex with men…but when I do, I prefer Josh Hamilton. - AJM
Kinsler took a step backwards?
I guess that’s no surprises since he has played on a bum ankle all year. I guess since we have been comparing him to Blanco and Arias all year, he just seems so much better that he really looks very good out there this year.
If one year is a small sample size for UZR
Then imagine what his sample size is this year.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:06 AM CDT up reply actions
I see a superior defensive second baseman when I see Kinsler.
He has very good range compared to his subs, positions himself well, and knows which base to throw to. I also like how his OBP seems to have gone up from in previous years.
kins
the other night there was a ball hit hard up the middle and I thought damn there goes another basehit…..ball still went through but somehow Kins is diving and its 6 inches out of his reach. He has great range and its been fun seeing him get better in the field over the years.
Pithcers are inducing weak contact
we’re leading the league in IFFB rate, that’s one factor.
"By MLB.TV, we can see J. Hamilton's homer, M. Young's clutch, and N. Feliz's explosive. All about Rangers things can be our interest"
--South Korean Rangers fan
Last year's pitching
was almost entirely luck driven.
This year, only Hunter really has been ‘lucky’ – the pitching has actually been sustainably good.
That and Hamilton is healthy, who is more important than, say, Kinsler being healthy (of course, he was injured last year too)
Go Rice Owls!
Hamilton has been healthy and lucky.
If both are healthy, I think the difference might be smaller than you’d think.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:28 AM CDT up reply actions
I don't buy that last year was luck.
Less walks, more IPs from starters (helps the bully), better defense.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"The Influence continues." Josey Wales (1/18/10)
by Josey Wales on Sep 10, 2010 10:35 AM CDT up reply actions
Wouldn't better defense
have more effect on IP than the other way around?
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:38 AM CDT up reply actions
I think pitchers who throw strikes and walk fewer batters generally
receive better defensive support.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"The Influence continues." Josey Wales (1/18/10)
by Josey Wales on Sep 10, 2010 11:10 AM CDT up reply actions
I think pitchers with better defenses behind them
have to get only 3 outs per inning and can stay in the game longer.
When you're drowning, you don't say 'I would be incredibly pleased if someone would have the foresight to notice me drowning and come and help me,' you just scream.
well
the way I see it, Millwood is an awful pitcher who got lucky for 3 or so months last year
and Feldman is a mediocre pitcher who got lucky for the full season.
This year, Hunter is the only pitcher who I would really say has benefited from whatever luck is.
Go Rice Owls!
not "entirely" luck driven
but yeah, this year’s pitching is better.
When you're drowning, you don't say 'I would be incredibly pleased if someone would have the foresight to notice me drowning and come and help me,' you just scream.
Pitching is better.....
just as important, Josh Hamilton is better……please stay healthy, Josh….
Ball....toss.....antlers....
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Sep 10, 2010 8:57 AM CDT up reply actions
When healthy, this team is better.
Thanks to the fact that they can’t stay healthy, they’re not much better over 162 games.
Red unis tonight.
I believe we’ve never lost while wearing them. Ever.
by River Fenix on Sep 10, 2010 9:13 AM CDT reply actions 1 recs
wha?
"He recently scored as high as an 8.5 on the Ryin A Scale of Douchebaggery." -Ryan A on the douchebag that is Kevin Millar
by TagDon'tTweet on Sep 10, 2010 9:17 AM CDT up reply actions
CJ starting at home, that's usually always red.
Genesis 1: 3-4 (Rangers Edition): And JD said "Let there be Lee," and there was Lee. And JD saw the Lee, that it was good: and JD divided the Rangers from the Angels. by Aquaman56
That's because you weigh about a buck twenty five...
…and the wind ends up blowing you down the road faster than Bengie can run. AJM on Aug 30, 2010
because he's the man
"He recently scored as high as an 8.5 on the Ryin A Scale of Douchebaggery." -Ryan A on the douchebag that is Kevin Millar
by TagDon'tTweet on Sep 10, 2010 9:29 AM CDT up reply actions
And he's not 40
Genesis 1: 3-4 (Rangers Edition): And JD said "Let there be Lee," and there was Lee. And JD saw the Lee, that it was good: and JD divided the Rangers from the Angels. by Aquaman56
That's because you weigh about a buck twenty five...
…and the wind ends up blowing you down the road faster than Bengie can run. AJM on Aug 30, 2010
so you cannot attack him
"He recently scored as high as an 8.5 on the Ryin A Scale of Douchebaggery." -Ryan A on the douchebag that is Kevin Millar
by TagDon'tTweet on Sep 10, 2010 11:49 AM CDT up reply actions
or bash him in the press.
Genesis 1: 3-4 (Rangers Edition): And JD said "Let there be Lee," and there was Lee. And JD saw the Lee, that it was good: and JD divided the Rangers from the Angels. by Aquaman56
That's because you weigh about a buck twenty five...
…and the wind ends up blowing you down the road faster than Bengie can run. AJM on Aug 30, 2010
Or be angry when he sends you a cock shot
Yeah, well, sometimes nothin' can be a real cool hand.
by Texas Jihad on Sep 10, 2010 12:19 PM CDT up reply actions
From Peter Gammons
Three Gms insist D’Backs- Kevin Towers deal is set, but “process” has to be completed before it’s offiicial. Great man.
It's supposed to be hot as hell on Sunday...
I think I would have given Saturday to Lee and Sunday to BG Hunter.
Has hell frozen over? A complimentary article from EG about CJ?
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"The Influence continues." Josey Wales (1/18/10)
I'm seeing a high of 91 degrees on Sunday.
Might be pretty humid, but I’d say that’s not too bad.
Not a weatherman but we're getting slaughtered
by all the Gulf moisture the last few days.
There is usually a difference in how the weather feels in Houston & Dallas but not the last few days.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"The Influence continues." Josey Wales (1/18/10)
by Josey Wales on Sep 10, 2010 10:00 AM CDT up reply actions
Are you serious?
Part of the reason I’m coming up there is to get away from this crap.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:05 AM CDT up reply actions
I think he meant
The last few days have felt like Houston. And as a result, the Metroplexians want to fucking die.
by FuturePants on Sep 10, 2010 10:07 AM CDT up reply actions
No kidding!! Until yesterday, I didn't realize humidity could get up to 200%.....
Ball....toss.....antlers....
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Sep 10, 2010 10:13 AM CDT up reply actions
They don't wanna kill the fatty.
I don’t always have sex with men…but when I do, I prefer Josh Hamilton. - AJM
come here pretty boy.
not you, fat jesus
"He recently scored as high as an 8.5 on the Ryin A Scale of Douchebaggery." -Ryan A on the douchebag that is Kevin Millar
by TagDon'tTweet on Sep 10, 2010 9:39 AM CDT up reply actions
can we end the "BG" hunter stuff
career ERA+: 97
career FIP: 5.03
career xFIP 4.89
career k/9: 4.95
career bb/9: 2.55
tommy hunter’s WAR in 2010: 0.1
for comparison:
michael kirkman is at 0.3
clay rapada is at 0.1
moscoso is at 0.0
…just saying.
Scout: He was a first-round pick right? Got a huge bonus?
KG: Oh yeah.
Scout: Well, he spent a lot of it on milkshakes.
by knockoutking on Sep 10, 2010 9:41 AM CDT up reply actions
No
He’s Tommy “Big Game” Hunter.
And that’s that.
by Adam J. Morris on Sep 10, 2010 9:42 AM CDT up reply actions 3 recs
POW POW
"calmer than you are dude" Walter (Big Lebowski)
"Hello Win Column!!!"
by Arlington Stadium Legend on Sep 10, 2010 9:42 AM CDT up reply actions
No, he's Fat Nick Blackburn
Actually, his FIP/xFIP/tERA and WAR are all worse than Nick Blackburn’s now.
WHOOPS, TOMMY
I don’t always have sex with men…but when I do, I prefer Josh Hamilton. - AJM
by LSJ on Sep 10, 2010 9:43 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
I approve of this nickname
"By MLB.TV, we can see J. Hamilton's homer, M. Young's clutch, and N. Feliz's explosive. All about Rangers things can be our interest"
--South Korean Rangers fan
Agreed.
Fat Nick Blackburn just sounds stupid.
Genesis 1: 3-4 (Rangers Edition): And JD said "Let there be Lee," and there was Lee. And JD saw the Lee, that it was good: and JD divided the Rangers from the Angels. by Aquaman56
That's because you weigh about a buck twenty five...
…and the wind ends up blowing you down the road faster than Bengie can run. AJM on Aug 30, 2010
I don't see how it's clever.
I don’t always have sex with men…but when I do, I prefer Josh Hamilton. - AJM
Name the one "Big Game" he has thrown.
"I was going to say, 'You’re gay for Elvis.' But then I realized that I, too, am gay for Elvis." ~Adam J. Morris.
by Kinslerhomer on Sep 10, 2010 9:46 AM CDT up reply actions
What did you call me?
Obtuse.
"You promised me, Eckstein, that if I followed you, you would walk with me always. But I noticed that during the most trying periods of my life, there have only been one set of prints in the sand. Why, when I have needed you most, have you not been there for me?" David Eckstein replied, "Because my little legs had gotten tired, and you were carrying me." And I looked down and saw that I was still carrying David Eckstein.
Then he grounded out weakly to second.
Seems like it comes on every time I'm about to do lawnwork
And then my afternoon’s shot.
"You promised me, Eckstein, that if I followed you, you would walk with me always. But I noticed that during the most trying periods of my life, there have only been one set of prints in the sand. Why, when I have needed you most, have you not been there for me?" David Eckstein replied, "Because my little legs had gotten tired, and you were carrying me." And I looked down and saw that I was still carrying David Eckstein.
Then he grounded out weakly to second.
You really don't get that it's a play on words with the name of a video game, do you?
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
You really don't under the concept of nicknames, do you?
Fat guys are called slim, tall guys are called shorty.
"You promised me, Eckstein, that if I followed you, you would walk with me always. But I noticed that during the most trying periods of my life, there have only been one set of prints in the sand. Why, when I have needed you most, have you not been there for me?" David Eckstein replied, "Because my little legs had gotten tired, and you were carrying me." And I looked down and saw that I was still carrying David Eckstein.
Then he grounded out weakly to second.
Complete Game win v Tampa when it was 103 degrees in Tejas.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"The Influence continues." Josey Wales (1/18/10)
by Josey Wales on Sep 10, 2010 11:53 AM CDT up reply actions
It's not?
There’s a Big Game Hunters in Starcraft. What is it from?
by brettgardner on Sep 10, 2010 10:40 AM CDT up reply actions
No!
If hitting the corners is good luck, and throwing pitches in the middle of the plate is bad luck, it could be argued that his pitching is only lucky/unlucky. But most baseball people would argue that a control pitcher must throw to corners, and avoid throwing in the fat part of the strike zone. If he throws too many fat pitches, that pitcher will soon be unemployed. If the control pitcher hits his spots, then he will be gamefully employed as a pitcher. In a certain sense there is little difference between TBH and Cliff Lee in the tyle of pitcher they are. If they throw meatballs, they are unsuccesful. If they hit the corners, they can be good pitchers.
*gainfully
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
x
By being the club’s best pitcher this season – and it’s really not even a close race
sorry, but I disagree with this. Especially the “not even a close race” part. I don’t understand why we can’t just say C.J. has been really good and has surpassed just about everyone’s expectations and not have to go to such hyperbole.
by elvis1isking on Sep 10, 2010 9:42 AM CDT up reply actions
mother fucking agree here.
it isn’t like Ceej is throwing complete game one hitters every time out.
"He recently scored as high as an 8.5 on the Ryin A Scale of Douchebaggery." -Ryan A on the douchebag that is Kevin Millar
by TagDon'tTweet on Sep 10, 2010 9:52 AM CDT up reply actions
CJ
He’s been our best starter this year, but Lewis has pitched well enough to be in the conversation. He and CJ have pitched the same number of innings- CJ has allowed less hits and less than half the HR’s, but Colby’s K rate is higher, and his control’s been much better.
Not sure what the advanced ERA stats have them at, but I’d bet it’s closer than the 3/4 of a run difference in their actual ERA’s.
Lewis has been good, CJ has been very good.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"The Influence continues." Josey Wales (1/18/10)
by Josey Wales on Sep 10, 2010 10:02 AM CDT up reply actions
they've been basically equally as good
which is why I think Grant’s “not even a close race” is bullshit hyperbole.
by elvis1isking on Sep 10, 2010 11:24 AM CDT up reply actions
having a situation where we can heatedly argue about
who has been the biggest stud pitcher this season is a welcome blessing – an unexpected luxury.
we're from Texas
CJ says "Relax"
Just the fact that multiple pitchers have positive WARs is awesome in itself.
by FuturePants on Sep 10, 2010 10:08 AM CDT up reply actions
I'll take "what are discussions that have never occurred in franchise history for $1000," Alex
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
Who are three people that have never been in my kitchen?
I’m sorry, that’s incorrect. So unless you made an incredibly stupid bet you still have won.
Well, I guess there’s no reason to look at my bet then.
(from memory – I’m sure it’s not spot on)
"You promised me, Eckstein, that if I followed you, you would walk with me always. But I noticed that during the most trying periods of my life, there have only been one set of prints in the sand. Why, when I have needed you most, have you not been there for me?" David Eckstein replied, "Because my little legs had gotten tired, and you were carrying me." And I looked down and saw that I was still carrying David Eckstein.
Then he grounded out weakly to second.
Such an epic moment in television
And him shouting for Tony Orlando and whoever else to call in and tell Alex Trebek that they’d never been in his kitchen was so awesome.
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
Yes, I'm a fan of Cliff Claven
and when anybody in my family or circle of friends unearths a random fact of minutae, they get glossed with a “Claven.”
The look on his face when he saw the categories was classic.
“Celibacy”
“Post Office”
“Florida”
“Beer”
Can’t remember the others…classic episode.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"The Influence continues." Josey Wales (1/18/10)
by Josey Wales on Sep 10, 2010 10:23 AM CDT up reply actions
How about 3 pitchers
who could put up over 4 WAR this year?
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:09 AM CDT up reply actions
must...not......fap...
we're from Texas
CJ says "Relax"
by eclou on Sep 10, 2010 10:14 AM CDT up reply actions 3 recs
This amuses me greatly
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
The gif was hilarious then it got deleted.
Genesis 1: 3-4 (Rangers Edition): And JD said "Let there be Lee," and there was Lee. And JD saw the Lee, that it was good: and JD divided the Rangers from the Angels. by Aquaman56
That's because you weigh about a buck twenty five...
…and the wind ends up blowing you down the road faster than Bengie can run. AJM on Aug 30, 2010
This one?
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
by Rodney on Sep 10, 2010 11:40 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Yes.
Genesis 1: 3-4 (Rangers Edition): And JD said "Let there be Lee," and there was Lee. And JD saw the Lee, that it was good: and JD divided the Rangers from the Angels. by Aquaman56
That's because you weigh about a buck twenty five...
…and the wind ends up blowing you down the road faster than Bengie can run. AJM on Aug 30, 2010
x
CJ Wilson WAR: 3.8
Colby Lewis WAR: 3.6
Both in 177 IP.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:09 AM CDT up reply actions
x
BizballMaury Astros will attempt to brk Guinness Book of World Records mark for "Largest Harmonica Ensemble" after tonight’s gm. Giving out 10,000. Yikes
At least they had the sense to wait until after the game
Unlike Florida and the Vuvuvuela’s.
I don’t always have sex with men…but when I do, I prefer Josh Hamilton. - AJM
The things a team will do when the happenings on the field are entirely irrelevant
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
Basically it's a harmonica concert preceeded by a baseball game
Yet another reason to be thankful I’m not from Houston
by blakethegr8 on Sep 10, 2010 10:05 AM CDT up reply actions
Which is the first sign that the NL is now the bizarro world
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
You might call it Bizarro World
but I think it’s symptomatic of a pussy league.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"The Influence continues." Josey Wales (1/18/10)
by Josey Wales on Sep 10, 2010 10:36 AM CDT up reply actions
Agreed
I was just trying to be polite.
I really don’t even take the NL seriously as a baseball league.
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
You're both wrong
it’s just the usual fluctuations of the baseball season. Lots of teams get hot and cold over stretches like that, it doesn’t prove any grand points about the league. We know the AL is a bit better than the NL in general, but let’s not pretend the NL is like AAA or something.
When you're drowning, you don't say 'I would be incredibly pleased if someone would have the foresight to notice me drowning and come and help me,' you just scream.
It's one step above the PCL and you wont convince me otherwise until they actually require their teams to use a lineup of 9 actual hitters
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
I suppose the error with this plan is assuming the Astros will draw 10,000 people
"You promised me, Eckstein, that if I followed you, you would walk with me always. But I noticed that during the most trying periods of my life, there have only been one set of prints in the sand. Why, when I have needed you most, have you not been there for me?" David Eckstein replied, "Because my little legs had gotten tired, and you were carrying me." And I looked down and saw that I was still carrying David Eckstein.
Then he grounded out weakly to second.
as good as BGL has been...
Wilson 2010 WAR: 3.8
Lee 2010 WAR: 6.0
Scout: He was a first-round pick right? Got a huge bonus?
KG: Oh yeah.
Scout: Well, he spent a lot of it on milkshakes.
x
http://www.fangraphs.com/winss.aspx?team=Rangers&pos=all&stats=pit&qual=0&type=6&season=2010&month=0
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:24 AM CDT up reply actions
I started to do a LMGTFY
But decided against it.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:26 AM CDT up reply actions
ha..thanks
Been a big baseball fan for a while…just not starting to get into all the saber stats.
I need to give myself a cheat sheet on where to find them all. I think LL has one?
I mainly use FanGraphs
With some StatCorner thrown in. StatCorner doesn’t have leader boards, which is ridiculously frustrating.
But neither of those sites do a great job of explaining what the stats mean.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:30 AM CDT up reply actions
I'm loving fanGraphs
Especially their new “contract crowdsourcing” feature. Where the fans are polled to predict this year FA’s contract. I’m very interested to see how that turns out.
nothing to do with Sabermetrics…but hecka interesting.
Crowdsourcing is actually a decent method
When you have a large population of educated people.
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
Yup.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 11:00 AM CDT up reply actions
2.1
Which is pretty insane considering the short amount of time.
(Something’s a bit goofy on Fangraphs… his per-team WAR/RAR totals on Fangraphs don’t sum with the whole season one.)
I think it's a rounding thing.
WAR is calculated from the RAR.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:27 AM CDT up reply actions
That was my first guess,
but the RARs add up to 53.2 instead of 53.0, which seems too big to be a rounding thing — it would have to come up to 53.049 or less, but the individual ones would have to be 33.65 and 19.45 or more, and I can’t see how that works.
Is there a different league-level factor used for the whole season vs partial seasons?
Hmmm, I know it gets adjusted as the year goes on
But you’d assume that they’d take the whole season and apply it retroactively, no? Why deal with such a small sample size?
It is a bit odd. I don’t know the formula for RAR→WAR, but 33.65/4.0=8.4125 and 19.45/2.1=9.2619. I would have assumed they were the same.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 10:37 AM CDT up reply actions
Good thing he's here then
otherwise it’d have really sucked since the Rangers would have gone 1-10 in those games he would have started
Go Rice Owls!
It wouldn't have sucked that much, since the division is terrible.
But yes, we know, WAR doesn’t perfectly translate to individual games, particularly across small stretches. The recent slump has caused people to forget how good he was for that no-run-support-at-all stretch after his first game after joining the club, though.
I'm just trying to cause trouble
though at least one person here the other day said that since Lee’s WAR was around 3, the Rangers lead would only be 4 games without him.
Go Rice Owls!
heh
I didn’t see that, but that’s funny.
by elvis1isking on Sep 10, 2010 11:42 AM CDT up reply actions
That was me. and he's a moron
I said (and I maintain it) that since Lee’s WAR was 2.1 and Smoak’s was -0.8 then the Rangers were 3 wins better because of the trade.
I noted that while a mythical 6 inning 3 run pitcher would have had the same record as Lee over that span, it would have cost us about 8 more innings from relievers over that span. though I’m unsure that 6 innings and 3 runs is really “replacement level” or even what Lee’s replacements could have provided.
Sir Warwick Harrow: I know him, and I think he's a psychotic lowlife.
Mal: And I think calling him that is an insult to the psychotic lowlife community.
his good stretch was beautiful
@ Boston – I 9IP I 2R I 6k I
LAA I 8.1IP I 2R I 4k I
Oakland I 9IP I 1R I 13K I
@LAA I 8IP I 4R I 4K I
@Oak I 8IP I 1R I 8K I
Yankees I 6.1IP I 4R I 11k I bully gave up a couple of inherited runners…looked great thru 6 innings
@Tamp I 7.2IP I 6R I 10K I Arias cost him 4 of those I think?
okay, I swear I'm not really trying to be antagonistic
but since everyone is do insistent of citing how Arias cost Lee a run here, and the bullpen cost Lee a run there; has anyone actually gone through all of his great starts to make sure that the defense didn’t save Lee a run any time? Or that the bullpen didn’t come in and get him out of a jam?
Yes, Cliff Lee has had some bad luck. But if you only track bad luck, then you’re going to develop a huge bias towards thinking nothing is anyone’s fault.
Go Rice Owls!
I feel ya'
everyone relies on defense to make plays…sometimes you get saved by them..sometimes you don’t.
I was just trying to quantify that Lee had a pretty nice start with us until he started meatballing pitches. Which was def all on him. no defense could save you from the HR ball or the hard liner to the gap.
CJ Wilson doing work
Laser beams from Captain Kirk
Yankees fucked, we have their number
Our offense woken from its slumber
Check the splits, we own at night
With Mitchell M. and Mr. White
Josh is speechless..why? Of course
The homerun calls have left him hoarse
As DP Dino roars and prances
These Yankees cannot stop The Mantis.
Up to plate is Derek Jeter
Whiffing at a Wilson heater
Runners on for Robinson and he
Strands them like Crusoe’s family
Gardner’s swinging in the weeds
Sent back to his sunflower seeds
The Yankees swear, writhe and lurch
Fanned like black ladies in church
Prayers are muttered, like “Oh God, please”
As Death takes the mound; last name Feliz
The gun screams “9-9” all night long,
Like german girls do to Dirkatron
Knees are locked, and hitters freeze
Then break their bats over their knees.
Some batters flee in fear and fright
Doomed to have a sleepless night
The stars shine bright as Happy’s grin
Hello win column, we’re back again
by dolphinpuncher on Sep 10, 2010 9:52 AM CDT via mobile reply actions 7 recs
i'll say it.
i don’t like this one.
"He recently scored as high as an 8.5 on the Ryin A Scale of Douchebaggery." -Ryan A on the douchebag that is Kevin Millar
by TagDon'tTweet on Sep 10, 2010 9:53 AM CDT up reply actions
They can't all be zingers
I still enjoyed writing it
by dolphinpuncher on Sep 10, 2010 9:58 AM CDT via mobile up reply actions
I'd like to hear Lewin use a variation of this one on the air
Fanned like black ladies in church
by blakethegr8 on Sep 10, 2010 10:00 AM CDT up reply actions
tl;dr heh
Genesis 1: 3-4 (Rangers Edition): And JD said "Let there be Lee," and there was Lee. And JD saw the Lee, that it was good: and JD divided the Rangers from the Angels. by Aquaman56
That's because you weigh about a buck twenty five...
…and the wind ends up blowing you down the road faster than Bengie can run. AJM on Aug 30, 2010
Section 15 tonight
so pumped. And some Blue Man Group and a Claw and Antlers shirt before…I’m changing into the shirt as soon as I buy it.
The other sports are just sports. Baseball is a love. ~Bryant Gumbel, 1981
I got mine yesterday
Not sure I will wear it tonight though. I also got the foam claw, which is awesome.
"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
whats the sizing like on them?
"I'm against picketing, but I don't know how to show it." - Mitch Hedberg
Dunno
I haven’t taken it out of the package yet. I like my T-shirts about five sizes too large, though – not sure I am the best judge.
"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
I like today's picture.
Because I just really like that huge boobed, barrel chested, wispy haired, balding Japanese manstud.
Oh god - Cowherd's talking about Cliff Lee again
Cliff notes on his retarded rant
- Colin still has his “source” who said Cliff didn’t want to go to the Rangers and wanted to go to the Yankees. He trusts this source (but will never say who it is or even remotely describe why this person “knows” anything).
- Cliff didn’t tell the Rangers about his back stiffness because he doesn’t care.
Cliff skipped a start (not positive that’s true – just got pushed back) so he could pitch against the Yankees and showcase himself. (Wait – I thought it was his back stiffness? Didn’t you just say his back was stiff?)
- Rangers can’t afford Cliff because they “overspent” on the team. (Yeah, despite the fact it was a bidding process in the open market which dictated the price. Also – two billionaires anyone?)
- Yankees have a better team, better manager, more money, blah fucking blah blah.
I don’t why I do this to myself or to you good people.
"You promised me, Eckstein, that if I followed you, you would walk with me always. But I noticed that during the most trying periods of my life, there have only been one set of prints in the sand. Why, when I have needed you most, have you not been there for me?" David Eckstein replied, "Because my little legs had gotten tired, and you were carrying me." And I looked down and saw that I was still carrying David Eckstein.
Then he grounded out weakly to second.
He was using the Josey logic to perfection.
Cherry pick random half truths that make his argument correct.
"What IS your fascination with my forbidden closet of mystery?"
by Maximilian on Sep 10, 2010 11:03 AM CDT up reply actions 3 recs
I don't know why you do it either
But two quick comments – wouldn’t he have started against the Yankees anyway even if he made the start earlier this week?
Also, the overspending on the team is absolutely idiotic. He probably knows more about baseball finance than he does the game itself.
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
Yes.
I am going tonight because this is when he was scheduled to pitch originally.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 11:04 AM CDT up reply actions
The idea that Lee wanted to go to the Yankees instead of the Rangers...
I don’t think that’s that big of a deal, and wouldn’t be at all surprised if it were true.
If he’d started on Tuesday, like he was supposed to, he’d have also started this weekend against the Yankees.
The next to last point, I assume his source is Rangers100.
by Adam J. Morris on Sep 10, 2010 11:03 AM CDT up reply actions
That's the problem with idiots like Cowherd
They can make up a claim about a source saying he prefers the Yankeees, which is really just a logical inference you can make about most top-tier free agents.
Then, if it happens, he will trumpet about how he was right and ignore the fact that his claim was one step above “I have a source that says the sun will rise in the east tomorrow” in surprising breaking news.
THE RANGERS ARE FULL OF UNBELIEVEABLE SUCK GIVE UP NOW IT DOES NOT MATTER GOOD BYE.
"It has been said that baseball is to the United States what revolutions are to Latin America, a safety valve for letting off steam. I think baseball is more serious than any Latin American revolution. But, then, I am a serious fan." -- George F. Will
His Source...
…..is the Yankees fan that sat in front of me for Cliffly’s start against the Yankees last month. He SWEARS Cliff would rather be in pinstripes right now.
by FuturePants on Sep 10, 2010 11:03 AM CDT up reply actions
He doesn't deserve your attention
any more than the idiot talking about burning the Qur’an.
When you're drowning, you don't say 'I would be incredibly pleased if someone would have the foresight to notice me drowning and come and help me,' you just scream.
That guy is what every journalist should aspire to be.
"Sometimes you just want to sit back and watch somebody throw 100." - Jeff Passan on Neftali Feliz
"Baseball's all that's real" - JB
As I always say
anyone who listens to Cowherd deserves what they get.
"Look, we're basically on earth to shit and fuck. So unless your job's to help people shit or fuck, it's not that important, so relax."-https://twitter.com/shitmydadsays
Come on
It’s the only time Cowherd talks about the Rangers so of course I’m going to pay attention.
"You promised me, Eckstein, that if I followed you, you would walk with me always. But I noticed that during the most trying periods of my life, there have only been one set of prints in the sand. Why, when I have needed you most, have you not been there for me?" David Eckstein replied, "Because my little legs had gotten tired, and you were carrying me." And I looked down and saw that I was still carrying David Eckstein.
Then he grounded out weakly to second.
But you know
even if he talks about the Rangers, it will be idiocy about the Rangers.
"Look, we're basically on earth to shit and fuck. So unless your job's to help people shit or fuck, it's not that important, so relax."-https://twitter.com/shitmydadsays
OT: Harlem (the band)
They rule so hard. Good Friday music. Dance around your office!
"What IS your fascination with my forbidden closet of mystery?"
I finally unzipped a shitload of music that I had on my harddrive yesterday...
…so I could upload it to my phone for my trip to France. Finally listened to Mumford and Sons….holy shit – I love that album.
by FuturePants on Sep 10, 2010 11:04 AM CDT up reply actions
Es muy bueno, no?
I got it just because it was the top selling album on Amazon for a few days and it was $5. I like it.
If Brad Pitt is playing Beane who do you want playing you?
JD: Eddie Guardado.
by GhettoBear04 on Sep 10, 2010 11:06 AM CDT up reply actions
Mumford is great. Got them earlier this year from a promoter, and yes, they rule.
Lately, I’ve been on a Harlem, Charlotte Gainsbourg and Sleigh Bells kick.
If I feel like moshing around my room, I put on Misery Index or Acacia Strain.
"What IS your fascination with my forbidden closet of mystery?"
Been listening to a lot of the Walkmen's Lisbon, which comes out Tuesday I think.
It’s excellent, especially if you like The Walkmen. Not a huge difference from You & Me.
by FuturePants on Sep 10, 2010 11:07 AM CDT up reply actions
Have never listened to Walkmen, honestly.
I’ll get around to giving them a shot though.
"What IS your fascination with my forbidden closet of mystery?"
Check Out
“Donde Esta la Playa” (such an awesome song title)
“In The New Year” and
“Four Provinces” all from You & Me.
Those are all more of their upbeat songs, but they are all so, SO good.
by FuturePants on Sep 10, 2010 11:15 AM CDT up reply actions
Four Provinces
Not bad…
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
That was a cool tune
TY
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
The whole album is garage jam like that
you can find almost all the songs on youtube streaming.
"What IS your fascination with my forbidden closet of mystery?"
Coolness
Little punky, a splash of new wave…all done up in a garage at 3/4 speed. At least that’s what I heard there.
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
I believe they're playing Dallas next Friday over at the Nightmare in Deep Ellum
For 8-10 bucks, I might have to go get drunk and head over and check them out. They play drunk anyway, so it probably wouldn’t hurt me to be in the same state as them.
"What IS your fascination with my forbidden closet of mystery?"
A midnight-ish start time I am sure
Bleah.
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
Dude this stuff sounds awesome!
Genesis 1: 3-4 (Rangers Edition): And JD said "Let there be Lee," and there was Lee. And JD saw the Lee, that it was good: and JD divided the Rangers from the Angels. by Aquaman56
That's because you weigh about a buck twenty five...
…and the wind ends up blowing you down the road faster than Bengie can run. AJM on Aug 30, 2010
Quick update from LSBR land
- We are working on a permanent home for LSBR, something small by the water. Just a little piece of land. We still plan on having a presence here, since this show is for you guys. But having a home for the show would be good too.
- Next show is Monday night, 8-10. Please make plans to be around, we have a beavy of guests who may/may not show up, but I am hopeful. Lots of stuff to go through, lots.
- We are still considering some of you for the second guest host spot, but I think we have decided. He will probably make a debut on Monday as a full time host.
- Just a quick thing, LSBR has surpassed 3000 listens total, with about 7 episodes up and archived currently. That is pretty strong. With the post season post game shows, and about 15-20 more shows this year, I think we can surpass 10000 listens which would be great. And if you were wondering, listens are all live listeners (unique only) and all archive downloads (itunes and BTR). We are officially the 5th fastest show to 3000 listens in the history of BlogTalkRadio sports shows.
- If you didn’t know, LSBR isn’t free to us. We pay a good amount of money to bring this to you. So, we dont want to spam the show with ads, but would any of you/your companies be interested in sponsoring the show? The rates would be very low (< $100 a month) and we provide a consistent market, and your ads would play indefinetly on our episodes, not just the live ones. If you are interested, please email me. We would love to work something out prior to the opening of our home website (which if you want to sponsor, you can have a strong presence on both… We could be brought to you by your company, in every fashion).
Thanks again for listening, and God bless us… Everyone…
"Hey Sanka, you can pee now... uuummm, too late...."
This used to be links to my websites... But the man got in the way, shut them all down... Damn the man...
Rangers Game Streams ~ Password: LSB123
by FormerLSBUser on Sep 10, 2010 12:11 PM CDT reply actions
Wow
Unfortunately my firm probably wouldn’t think breaking into the DFW area would be that great for business. Also, I’m guessing I’m about the only person in Wyoming that listens (nothing personal against you guys, just not a lot of Rangers fans up yonder).
"You promised me, Eckstein, that if I followed you, you would walk with me always. But I noticed that during the most trying periods of my life, there have only been one set of prints in the sand. Why, when I have needed you most, have you not been there for me?" David Eckstein replied, "Because my little legs had gotten tired, and you were carrying me." And I looked down and saw that I was still carrying David Eckstein.
Then he grounded out weakly to second.
I totally agree with these statements
"Hey Sanka, you can pee now... uuummm, too late...."
This used to be links to my websites... But the man got in the way, shut them all down... Damn the man...
Rangers Game Streams ~ Password: LSB123
by FormerLSBUser on Sep 10, 2010 12:47 PM CDT up reply actions
not a lot of people up yonder either
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
Nope - I'm guessing we'll exceed 500,000 this census
I kinda like it. Went camping and all the Colorado people just irritated the shit out of me. Stay in your own over-run mountains and leave mine alone. Folks on 4 wheelers rolled up on our spot near down a dead-end two-track road by a stream and I heard someone say “this must be a campsite”. What clued you off? Two vehicles, three people, tents and three dogs? Dipshit.
"You promised me, Eckstein, that if I followed you, you would walk with me always. But I noticed that during the most trying periods of my life, there have only been one set of prints in the sand. Why, when I have needed you most, have you not been there for me?" David Eckstein replied, "Because my little legs had gotten tired, and you were carrying me." And I looked down and saw that I was still carrying David Eckstein.
Then he grounded out weakly to second.
I'll ask around about businesses interested.
Genesis 1: 3-4 (Rangers Edition): And JD said "Let there be Lee," and there was Lee. And JD saw the Lee, that it was good: and JD divided the Rangers from the Angels. by Aquaman56
That's because you weigh about a buck twenty five...
…and the wind ends up blowing you down the road faster than Bengie can run. AJM on Aug 30, 2010
When is the announcement coming?
Genesis 1: 3-4 (Rangers Edition): And JD said "Let there be Lee," and there was Lee. And JD saw the Lee, that it was good: and JD divided the Rangers from the Angels. by Aquaman56
That's because you weigh about a buck twenty five...
…and the wind ends up blowing you down the road faster than Bengie can run. AJM on Aug 30, 2010
About the new co host?
"Hey Sanka, you can pee now... uuummm, too late...."
This used to be links to my websites... But the man got in the way, shut them all down... Damn the man...
Rangers Game Streams ~ Password: LSB123
by FormerLSBUser on Sep 10, 2010 4:22 PM CDT up reply actions
Si.
Genesis 1: 3-4 (Rangers Edition): And JD said "Let there be Lee," and there was Lee. And JD saw the Lee, that it was good: and JD divided the Rangers from the Angels. by Aquaman56
That's because you weigh about a buck twenty five...
…and the wind ends up blowing you down the road faster than Bengie can run. AJM on Aug 30, 2010
When do you want me to announce it?
"Hey Sanka, you can pee now... uuummm, too late...."
This used to be links to my websites... But the man got in the way, shut them all down... Damn the man...
Rangers Game Streams ~ Password: LSB123
by FormerLSBUser on Sep 10, 2010 6:15 PM CDT up reply actions
Whenever you feel like, probably the day of the show would be best.
Genesis 1: 3-4 (Rangers Edition): And JD said "Let there be Lee," and there was Lee. And JD saw the Lee, that it was good: and JD divided the Rangers from the Angels. by Aquaman56
That's because you weigh about a buck twenty five...
…and the wind ends up blowing you down the road faster than Bengie can run. AJM on Aug 30, 2010
What in the???
Playboy Model Tries to Exit Jet During Mid-Flight Fright
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
Who chose the pic for that article?
Should be fired.
When you're drowning, you don't say 'I would be incredibly pleased if someone would have the foresight to notice me drowning and come and help me,' you just scream.
maybe she thought the implants could be used as a floatation device?
"I'm against picketing, but I don't know how to show it." - Mitch Hedberg
by rentz on Sep 10, 2010 12:43 PM CDT up reply actions 5 recs
i chuckled
Genesis 1: 3-4 (Rangers Edition): And JD said "Let there be Lee," and there was Lee. And JD saw the Lee, that it was good: and JD divided the Rangers from the Angels. by Aquaman56
That's because you weigh about a buck twenty five...
…and the wind ends up blowing you down the road faster than Bengie can run. AJM on Aug 30, 2010
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