Series Preview: Texas Rangers @ Minnesota Twins: There's No Place Like Home
by ghostofErikThompson on Sep 3, 2010 3:00 PM CDT
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PrintLittle did we know that an early September series in Minnesota would be the biggest of the season. Somehow, however, it is. We've talked a lot about it. The Rangers are locked in a battle with the Twins for the second best record amongst division winners which will grant the team that finishes with the better record home field advantage in the first round of the post season. This series is huge for the Rangers chances of opening October at home and avoiding the AL East winner at their place. Currently the Rangers trail the Twins by 1.5 games but only one game back in the loss column. You probably know the scenarios but I will group them into two:
- Good: Sweep (1.5 games up), series win (.5 games down)
- Bad: Swept (4.5 games down), series loss (2.5 games down)
It's possible that the Rangers could come back and overtake the Twins with a better record if they lose this series and are 2.5 games back with about 25 left to play. It isn't likely in the slightest, however. Basically, the Rangers need to win this series to have a realistic shot. If the Twins sweep this series, like they did in May, well, I guess you'd better start figuring out which is more appealing to you: The Yankees or watching Rangers playoff games from Tropicana Field.
So, while the headlines and weekend series previews might be written about how this series is a battle between division leaders and could be a possible playoff preview, and sure, that's factually correct, the real story is the fact that these teams are locked in a struggle for a prize that isn't exactly baseball-headline tangible. It's interesting to me (and likely no one else) how abstract this challenge is for the Rangers. It's not a down the stretch all-out battle for the division title. It's not a cross-division melee for that final berth via the Wild Card. Instead, it's just a couple of teams trying to get into the post season with a better record than the other. This isn't about being a playoff preview, but it should be played with playoff intensity. For the first time in a long time this season, the Rangers have something to lose.
Friday, September 3 7:40: LHP Derek Holland vs. RHP Matt Fox
Saturday, September 4 3:10: RHP Colby Lewis vs. RHP Carl Pavano
Sunday, September 5 2:10: LHP C.J. Wilson vs. RHP Nick Blackburn?
Good news: The Rangers actually have a decent chance to win this series. While the Twins are a very good team, and are playing at home, which puts the Rangers at a disadvantage immediately, there are some unique circumstances that might slant the playing field in the Rangers favor. Thanks to the Detroit Tigers bumbling chance after chance to put a game away against the Twins last night for 13 innings, before finally winning it, the Twins had to use eight pitchers, including two whom were supposed to start games in this series. There's an excellent chance that the Twins bullpen will be in disarray for at least the first game of this series and probably more. Sure, thanks to September roster expansion, the Twins can call up reinforcements, but wouldn't you rather face an Anthony Slama in a late-inning situation than a Jesse Crain?
The Twins will be calling up Triple A starter Matt Fox to make his Major League debut in game one instead of previously scheduled Nick Blackburn who was the losing pitcher in the 13th inning of last night's game. Fox is a right-hander with a 4.60 FIP in 123 innings at Rochester. Game two will be a rematch of a game from about 10 days ago between Colby Lewis and Carl Pavano. The Rangers won that game 4-3. Game three currently has C.J. Wilson, who might be the best pitcher in the American League over the last two months, scheduled to face Blackburn. The Rangers will have their chances with these match-ups. They need to capitalize because they probably won't see a pitching probables perfect storm like this again this season. The fact that it comes in the biggest series of the year to date is all the more fortuitous. But the Rangers still have to win the games.
Other good news: Ian Kinsler!!
Minnesota Twins (77-57, 1st place AL Central)
Rangers' 2010 Record vs. Minnesota: 3-4
Minnesota's Recent Results: 2-1 Series win against the Detroit Tigers
SBN Twins' Blog: Twinkie Town
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Match-up: (as of 9/02) |
Rangers |
Twins |
Advantage |
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Batting (RAR) |
204.4 (9th) |
262.5 (2nd) |
Twins |
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Starters (RAR) |
95.3 (20th) |
134.5 (4th) |
Twins |
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Bullpen (RAR) |
41.8 (5th) |
26.1 (10th) |
Rangers |
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Overall RAR |
341.5 |
423.1 |
Twins |
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Defense Runs Saved |
11 |
45 |
Twins |
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Questions to Ponder:
- Did You Know: In 61 games, Danny Valencia has a WAR of 2.2? That means somehow Danny Valencia is an aggregate full season 6.0 WAR guy. If they gave out second half awards, he would run away with the second half ROY.
- Over/Under: 2.5 home runs the Rangers hit in this series?
- If the Rangers played the Twins in the ALCS in consecutive years, would anyone be able to muster up a sense of rivalry between these teams? It would be like a Pacers/Bobcats Eastern Conference Finals.
- Matt Fox: That guy from LOST or yet another nondescript starter the Twins seem to buy in bulk?
- 2 of 3 or are you greedy for a sweep?
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I can't believe the Rangers traded Patrick Crayton
Yeah, well, sometimes nothin' can be a real cool hand.
His speed and hands are much better then Molina's
I just don’t know about his hitting skills
Yeah, well, sometimes nothin' can be a real cool hand.
That's why I can't understand the trade
The throwers trust his hands more than some of the other catchers…dumb trade
Yeah, well, sometimes nothin' can be a real cool hand.
no one of consequence....
Ball....toss.....antlers....
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Sep 3, 2010 3:46 PM CDT up reply actions
He had good hands but lacked speed
At minimum he was a solid third catcher
Yeah, well, sometimes nothin' can be a real cool hand.
w00t
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
It's Friday.......and it's a three day weekend....
Ball....toss.....antlers....
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Sep 3, 2010 3:12 PM CDT up reply actions 2 recs
its friday friday night night
"I'm against picketing, but I don't know how to show it." - Mitch Hedberg
It was going to be four day for me.
But I got called in to the office early. Only for the morning, but I still had to get up at 8 when I thought I had a four day weekend.
Sucks in a major way.
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
the plant called and said if you dont show up
tomorrow dont bother coming in monday.
WOO HOO FOUR DAY WEEKEND!
.
1. Sure
2. Under, 2 homers.
3. Nope
4. Nick Blackburn Jr.
5. 2 of 3.
"I was going to say, 'You’re gay for Elvis.' But then I realized that I, too, am gay for Elvis." ~Adam J. Morris.
I lol'd at the caption...
I can hear Gardy saying that….
The other sports are just sports. Baseball is a love. ~Bryant Gumbel, 1981
don't forget...
it is slightly possible that edging out MIN for HFA could work out quite nicely in the 2nd round if both TEX and MIN win in the ALDS.
that would be pretty great…
series prices
MIN -115
TEX +135
this points to MIN 2-1 but gives a good possibility that TEX wins the series.
tonight, TEX and Holland are actually favored ever so slightly…
let’s get hot!
x
2 of 3 or are you greedy for a sweep?
…greed, for lack of a better word, is good. Greed is right, greed works. Greed clarifies, cuts through, and captures the essence of the evolutionary spirit."
Ball....toss.....antlers....
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Sep 3, 2010 3:17 PM CDT reply actions
Gordon Gekko
What a great flick.
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
Now witness the power of this fully armed and operational playoff team!!!!!
Ball....toss.....antlers....
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Sep 3, 2010 3:30 PM CDT up reply actions 7 recs
I like this....a lot....
Ball....toss.....antlers....
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Sep 3, 2010 3:39 PM CDT up reply actions
May the rec be with you
(rec’d)
Jesus was my closer, till he blew the save.
by DonDrapersOPS on Sep 3, 2010 4:48 PM CDT up reply actions
Your pitiful little band stands no chance!
Superman wears Josh Hamilton pajamas.
by crazy86er on Sep 3, 2010 3:37 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
We'll deal with their Yankee friends soon enough.
by Closure GT on Sep 3, 2010 3:40 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Lol
This whole bit needs more recs.
Me: But if we move to some state where our views are in the majority, I won't have anything to rant against all day long! What will fuel my rage??
Girlfriend: Well...you'll still have the Yankees.
by WildcatPhoenix on Sep 3, 2010 4:22 PM CDT up reply actions
I'd be thrilled with two of three.
"The only good is knowledge and the only evil is ignorance."-Socrates
Pretty stoked
about watching the Rangers get their biggest division lead ever (and seeing Kins back), then going to watch Machete.
Dunno yet. I'm sure it will come down to a vote.
Fine, let’s take a vote. Who wants fish for dinner?…Yeah, democracy ain’t so fun when it fucks you, huh?
/Shit my dad says
Can we please hit atleast 1 homerun this time in this fucking ballpark?
"Fuck Tom Hicks. There is no aspect of my baseball universe that man hasn't shit on."
"and to Adam J. Morris and the Lone Star Ball regulars; go fuck yourself."- cmkelly29
Good
JeffWilson_FWST Hamilton to DH. Guerrero sits.
"I was going to say, 'You’re gay for Elvis.' But then I realized that I, too, am gay for Elvis." ~Adam J. Morris.
OF of Frenchy, Murph, Judy?
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"The Influence continues." Josey Wales (1/18/10)
Cruz
"I was going to say, 'You’re gay for Elvis.' But then I realized that I, too, am gay for Elvis." ~Adam J. Morris.
Forgot he's off the DL
My bad, that OF did sound awful
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"The Influence continues." Josey Wales (1/18/10)
Stop
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 4:19 PM CDT up reply actions
So according to Jim Rome..the 2 most popular sports in America go as is..
1. Football
2. Waiting for Football Season
heHz…
"Fuck Tom Hicks. There is no aspect of my baseball universe that man hasn't shit on."
"and to Adam J. Morris and the Lone Star Ball regulars; go fuck yourself."- cmkelly29
/ slaps forehead /
Ball....toss.....antlers....
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Sep 3, 2010 3:41 PM CDT up reply actions
that sounds about right. look, i don't like it either, but it's where we live today - sports.
cowboys preseason games outdraw Rangers games 25 to 1
i wish it weren’t the case, but football is king in this country
baseball, basketball and hockey pale in comparison
the great news is that if the Cowboys start the season like they’ve been playing in the preseason, their season might be over before the Rangers
by sam in so cal on Sep 3, 2010 4:03 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm not sure you want to clarify this....
but I assume you are saying television ratings as opposed to actual attendance. Last Saturday night the Rangers sold out despite the Cowboys playing a pre-season (gag) game in Houston.
It really is kind of an apples to oranges comparison considering that the Cowboys get mainstream television channel coverage as opposed to the Rangers who usually get a cable channel coverage.
In Austin you have to have the Rangers practically dying at a game to get coverage versus the Cowboys who get covered for not picking up shoulder pads off the practice field. So yes, the reality is that football gets coverage and baseball doesn’t especially in Texas. But I guess I’m learning to live with it.
This is such a terrible comparison.
They play 5 preseason games and 16 regular season games.
The Rangers play 162 regular season games.
There is no way to compare the two that makes sense.
I've been trying to convince my family of the magic of cumin. They won't listen to me. It makes almost everything better.- PhilKid3, 8/16/2010.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Sep 3, 2010 4:14 PM CDT up reply actions
let's compare the billions of people that watch the superbowl to the people that watch the WS
fantasy football v fantasy baseball (no comparison)
gambling on football v gambling on baseball
familiarity with players (cliff lee could go a local restaurant without incident unlike tony romo)
looking back, the comment was about football and not just NFL, so….
bowl games v college world series
people’s familiarity with college football players v virtually unknown college/amateur baseball players – this is a HUGE difference
the heisman – no baseball equivalent comes close
i understand the 16 games v 162, but football is much, much more mainstream than baseball. we are obviously not the norm,so look beyond here and see how much more football means to the average person.
by sam in so cal on Sep 3, 2010 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions
This Morning with Colin Cowherd
Today, I listened to him talk about how jocks are better than everyone else, “especially older women,” because of their ability to see 30 yards down the highway. He never really expanded on or explained his metaphor in the ~10 minutes I listened to him or so, just kept repeating it.
Why would you do that to yourself?
Are you the kind of guy who holds your hands over flame too long just to tell people you did it?
/ slaps forehead again /
starting to sting….please, no more theories from ESPN hosts……
Ball....toss.....antlers....
by GhostofSteveFoucault on Sep 3, 2010 3:43 PM CDT up reply actions
He also ripped the shit out of Boise St., TCU and Utah
I agreed with him.
"Dying ain't hard. It's living that's hard."
"The Influence continues." Josey Wales (1/18/10)
Utah beat a pretty good Pitt team last night.
And TCU and Boise St. are going to open the year with wins against ranked opponents as well.
I wonder how much time...
Colin spent talking about Tech?
"The only good is knowledge and the only evil is ignorance."-Socrates
I'll be at Target Field for the games this weekend.
Man, they have to play better than they did back in May. I only have unpleasant memories of being swept, Holland leaving the 3rd game, 0 HRs, and a bad weekend for the bullpen.
I can’t wait til Wash lays down a bunt in the old-timers game.
Me too man, I'm looking forward to seeing the Rangers live for the first time in 3-4 years
It sucks being a displaced Rangers fan
Close series? Remember all those games Wash fucked up?
by goodasgoldyesmaam on Sep 3, 2010 3:44 PM CDT reply actions
Oh fuck it all
You’re back???
I've been trying to convince my family of the magic of cumin. They won't listen to me. It makes almost everything better.- PhilKid3, 8/16/2010.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Sep 3, 2010 4:15 PM CDT up reply actions
OT: There are some weird fucking movie trailers out there
There are a few boobs in the first one, so probably NSFW
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQifXaOboMU&feature=related
also
Those are joke B movie trailers
From the GrindHouse double feature Tarintino and Rameriez did. Back then they did a joke trailer for Machete as well with those and the Machete one was was so horribly awesome they went ahead and made it. I know I will be seeing it this weekend, as I loved the B-movie greatness of the Grindhouses!
respice adspice prospice
by FormerDriller on Sep 3, 2010 5:28 PM CDT up reply actions
D'oh. I was too slow.
I enjoyed Death Proof, when it got down to the action, but Planet Terror was a bit too cheesy for me. Part of Death Proof was actually filmed not too far from my old apartment.
Superman wears Josh Hamilton pajamas.
Death Proof
Was really a good movie on its on merits with out the whole B-movie gimmick. I love it that he made with Uma Thurman’s stunt double from Kill Bill in mind to star (She was also Xena’s stunt double) Terror Planet was fun though and really was B movie greatness!
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by FormerDriller on Sep 3, 2010 5:34 PM CDT up reply actions
I loved B movies growing up
like Killer Klowns from Outer Space and Attack of the Killer Tomatoes. But now there is only so much cheese that I can stand in a movie.
Superman wears Josh Hamilton pajamas.
Toxic Avenger!
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 5:41 PM CDT up reply actions
Definitely!
The only thing I remember about that one is when these jerks run over a kid on his bike. Then they back over him to finish him off. Brutal, and pretty scary when you are a kid.
Superman wears Josh Hamilton pajamas.
"Never cornholed me a blind bitch before."
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
I have the DC of that somewhere
:)
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
That whole series is good
Even if 1 and 3 seemed to be kind of the same movie. Love the chainsaw hand. I think the machine gun leg in Planet Terror was a tribute.
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 6:22 PM CDT up reply actions
Is this a joke, or have you not seen Grindhouse?
Those are two of the fake trailers made to show between the two feature films for Grindhouse. Machete was actually made into a movie starring Danny Treho as Machete. As a matter of fact, it comes out today. I just found out on Wikiepedia that they are also now filming Hobo with a Shotgun with Rutger Hauer as the hobo.
Superman wears Josh Hamilton pajamas.
Hobo with a Shotgun has been brought up on LSB
I think before your time.
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
Yeah I guess I am late to the party.
Rutger Hauer as a hobo with a shotgun. How did I not hear of this sooner?
Superman wears Josh Hamilton pajamas.
To be released in '11
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1640459/
And when did imbd go all ghey with the design?
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
When imdb
started to want your money for premium services
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by FormerDriller on Sep 3, 2010 5:37 PM CDT up reply actions
My most hated words are:
Because this project is categorized as in development, the data is only available on IMDbPro.
Superman wears Josh Hamilton pajamas.
I only noticed that this week, I hate it.
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
I saw Grindhouse on Netflix, & I think it was sans previews.
I’ve seen the Machete one, but never these two.
If I recall
They showed them back to back in theaters, a throw back to the midnight double features its homaging, and those trailers were used as an intermission filler. They are also on the DVDS.
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by FormerDriller on Sep 3, 2010 6:11 PM CDT up reply actions
It was part of the DVD extras
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 6:13 PM CDT up reply actions
Two out of three is not bad.
I’d take it and go to the next series and smile, even if the Rangers were a half a game back in the standings.
How is it that we have 3 pitchers in the top 10 in WAR and yet we always lose the RAR matchup in these previews?
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 4:16 PM CDT reply actions
Because Cliff Lee hasn't pitched for us the entire season.
I've been trying to convince my family of the magic of cumin. They won't listen to me. It makes almost everything better.- PhilKid3, 8/16/2010.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Sep 3, 2010 4:17 PM CDT up reply actions
If we are not counting all of Cliff's WAR, then the comparison in not useful
The number is supposed to represent the strength of the staff at this moment in time. It doesn’t matter that he got 4 (?) of his WAR with Seattle. All of Cliff’s ability is now Ranger property.
Also, at least for starting pitching RAR, the comparison should be limited to the projected starters, not the whole rotation.
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 4:25 PM CDT up reply actions
Then you are adding Lee's WAR
on top of whoever’s starts he replaced, which isn’t giving any more accurate of a picture of the team’s RAR.
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
Which is why I think it should just be the projected starter's RAR
The bullpen and lineup have enough chaos that it probably ends up being a wash.
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 4:31 PM CDT up reply actions
Because...
Rich Harden and Scott Feldman have piched for us all season.
"The only good is knowledge and the only evil is ignorance."-Socrates
Any chance we're going to be scouting Pavano?
FA after the year, could end the season as a Type B, on pace for 200+ IP, might make a nice #3.
Troy McClure: "Don’t kid yourself, Jimmy! If a cow ever got the chance, he’d eat you and everyone you care about!"
by stupidsexyflanders on Sep 3, 2010 4:17 PM CDT reply actions
Was that guy JD?
JeffWilson_FWST Rangers have agreed to terms with Mark Prior on a minor-league deal. The move, an official said, is for the long term and not 2010.
"I was going to say, 'You’re gay for Elvis.' But then I realized that I, too, am gay for Elvis." ~Adam J. Morris.
Wow
"The 2010 Rangers...winning despite Ron Washington"
In the interest of quicker games Ron should just tell the ump he's pulling the Feliz card and the ump should rule the inning over.--Sherman McCoy on Sept. 4, 2009
In his defense, you are a retarded cuntbag by LiamP on Mar 4, 2010
Damn it
To finish. I like this move. Low risk, high reward.
"The 2010 Rangers...winning despite Ron Washington"
In the interest of quicker games Ron should just tell the ump he's pulling the Feliz card and the ump should rule the inning over.--Sherman McCoy on Sept. 4, 2009
In his defense, you are a retarded cuntbag by LiamP on Mar 4, 2010
I was just about to post this.
We gave that guy a ton of shit about Fanpost etiquette, but he apparently had a good point.
I've been trying to convince my family of the magic of cumin. They won't listen to me. It makes almost everything better.- PhilKid3, 8/16/2010.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Sep 3, 2010 4:25 PM CDT up reply actions
I was just thinking the same thing
Gonna go back to the post with a mea culpa?
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 4:27 PM CDT up reply actions
I didn't even notice that fanpost...
until about 5 minutes ago. Ha! You guys got burnt.
by ghostofErikThompson on Sep 3, 2010 4:29 PM CDT up reply actions
Ssssizzled.
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
That was my first thought too, JD posted on here to get our opinion and everyone busted his balls about proper use of a fanpost/fanshot
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
'cause JD always runs deals past LSB before moving on them.
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 4:30 PM CDT up reply actions
Are you sure he doesn't? He seems to make lots of moves that we were in favor of well before they happened
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
Maybe he's just smart (like us).
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions
Doncha wish your GM was smart like ours? Doncha wish our GM was awesome like ours?
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.
Signed,
Seattle Mariners, #6Org.
I've been trying to convince my family of the magic of cumin. They won't listen to me. It makes almost everything better.- PhilKid3, 8/16/2010.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Sep 3, 2010 4:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Well played, Mauer
Also, Ryan Rowland-Smith is 27.
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
ha
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 is intriguing...
The odds are obviously stacked against him even putting on a Rangers uniform for a game, but he obviously is talented enough to give it a try.
by ghostofErikThompson on Sep 3, 2010 4:27 PM CDT up reply actions
No risk and very very very high upside.
Maybe he is the closer for 2011? He is definitely not a starter anymore.
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
Brandon McCarthy has a better chance of closing games in 2011 than Mark Prior.
I've been trying to convince my family of the magic of cumin. They won't listen to me. It makes almost everything better.- PhilKid3, 8/16/2010.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Sep 3, 2010 4:37 PM CDT up reply actions
McCarthy gets left off the 40 in the 40pocalypse
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
Which is now only mildly apocalyptic
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 statement is only mildly oxymoronic.
I've been trying to convince my family of the magic of cumin. They won't listen to me. It makes almost everything better.- PhilKid3, 8/16/2010.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Sep 3, 2010 4:42 PM CDT up reply actions
Yes, given how much we dealt away.
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
Not to mention some eligibles who made it easier by deciding to suck this year
Here’s the updated list. I would assume Engel and Wild Wilmer are locks, or as close to a lock as there is. Miggy de los Santos should be too. Who knows about Danny Gutz, Gomez, and Pimentel.
http://rangers.scottlucas.com/site/rule5.htm
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
Gutz is starting tonight for Frisco btw.
Hold on to your butts.
I've been trying to convince my family of the magic of cumin. They won't listen to me. It makes almost everything better.- PhilKid3, 8/16/2010.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Sep 3, 2010 4:47 PM CDT up reply actions
I predict either a disastrous outing or a masterpiece, no in between
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
Ya, Velazquez and Lemon might be added.
Nobody will probably touch Kiker.
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
See, I don't think Miggy V or Lemon are serious candidates
Due in part to their underwhelmingness this season. With a Beltre-style breakout year, I would have projected both to be added.
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.
Depends on what the scouts think could be able to get some of our old guys back ahahaha
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 believe Miggy V is needed yet
IIRC Lucas said when I did the first post about it that Miggy wasn’t rule 5 eligible until next year
Prior signed to a MiLB deal
LOL
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
HEY EVERYONE WE JUST SIGNED MARK PRIOR!!!
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
When you leave your office today, be careful, the MANTIS may be stalking you after your unseemly comments this morning
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
The eyes of the Mantis are upon youuuuuu
Anywhere you go he’s gonna seeeeeee
When you’re in Texas look behind youuuuu
’Cause thats…
…where the Mantis…
…IS GONNA BE.
Me: But if we move to some state where our views are in the majority, I won't have anything to rant against all day long! What will fuel my rage??
Girlfriend: Well...you'll still have the Yankees.
by WildcatPhoenix on Sep 3, 2010 4:34 PM CDT up reply actions 2 recs
I always though the subtle references in that song
To either A) cowardice or B) homosexuality on the part of Chuck Norris and the entire Texas Rangers organization were a bit disturbing.
I've been trying to convince my family of the magic of cumin. They won't listen to me. It makes almost everything better.- PhilKid3, 8/16/2010.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Sep 3, 2010 4:36 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
I'm rolling here, I sure hope my secretary doesnt walk by my door and ask why I am laughing
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
Attention Mantis: you may be powerful, but you're no match for a man from Albany
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
UPDATE: Mark Prior just threw out his arm at the craps table on a celebratory trip to Vegas.
Knew it wouldn’t take long.
by dolphinpuncher on Sep 3, 2010 4:37 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
I like it
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions
John Heyman is such a beating on Twitter
SI_JonHeyman
according to @deadspin, omar minaya was rudely heckled about his job/team while in coach on a flight. thats just not right
less than a minute ago via web
Umm, the dude is awful at his job and has not exactly handled himself in a professional manner at times. I’m not saying the heckling was right, but there shouldn’t be a whole lot of shock that he got heckled.
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
The best part is that Minaya flew coach.
I've been trying to convince my family of the magic of cumin. They won't listen to me. It makes almost everything better.- PhilKid3, 8/16/2010.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Sep 3, 2010 4:34 PM CDT up reply actions
The Wilpon money ain't what it used to be
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
He's a big time beating
I had to quit following him. Its all about the Mets and Boras. His attitude is difficult to take.
Prior headed to OKC.
I’m very interested to see what he’s got. Fuck Dusty Baker so fucking hard.
From Prior’s wiki page:
Prior and fellow right-handed pitcher Kerry Wood were dubbed “Chicago Heat” by Sports Illustrated, and the name stuck, as the twosome were dominant in leading the Cubs to an 88-win season and a division title. However, sportswriters and fans began to criticize Dusty Baker on the high pitch count of the two pitchers. Despite the concerns, Prior and Wood continued to pitch high counts throughout the season. In 2003, Prior averaged 113.4 pitches per starts in regular season. In the month of September, Prior recorded 126 pitches per start. Prior averaged another 120 pitches in games in the postseason and struggled with an injury the next season. Pundits often blame Baker for ruining the careers of both pitchers.
I've been trying to convince my family of the magic of cumin. They won't listen to me. It makes almost everything better.- PhilKid3, 8/16/2010.
dude is only 29
I thought he was older than that.
"The 2010 Rangers...winning despite Ron Washington"
In the interest of quicker games Ron should just tell the ump he's pulling the Feliz card and the ump should rule the inning over.--Sherman McCoy on Sept. 4, 2009
In his defense, you are a retarded cuntbag by LiamP on Mar 4, 2010
I was just thinking the same thing.
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 thought Harden was older too when we signed him.
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
As did I
"The 2010 Rangers...winning despite Ron Washington"
In the interest of quicker games Ron should just tell the ump he's pulling the Feliz card and the ump should rule the inning over.--Sherman McCoy on Sept. 4, 2009
In his defense, you are a retarded cuntbag by LiamP on Mar 4, 2010
I think it's just Rangers fans who get older
when Harden is on the mound.
Me: But if we move to some state where our views are in the majority, I won't have anything to rant against all day long! What will fuel my rage??
Girlfriend: Well...you'll still have the Yankees.
by WildcatPhoenix on Sep 3, 2010 4:43 PM CDT up reply actions
heh
Both of their arms age has to be pushing 40 given the stress.
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
Not just "pundits," pretty much everyone who knows the situation or has researched the data blames Dusty
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
Andro's got a Cliff Lee and Josh update
Says Josh is ready to go but will DH to give Vladdy the night off and Cliff is still sore
"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 have to say I'm a bit pissed about Lee hiding his sore back
Same as I was pissed at Padilla, FX2, and all the rest. Had Cliff spoken up when if first started, it could have possibly been taken care of without needles and drugs. Deep tissue and trigger point massage could have worked for him But, because he didn’t want to let on to the problem at all, he couldn’t request a non-invasive treatment.
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 4:40 PM CDT up reply actions
What if he had pitched well...
through aches and pains all season like probably every pitcher in baseball and just assumed he’d be okay?
by ghostofErikThompson on Sep 3, 2010 4:47 PM CDT up reply actions
But he didn't pitch well
After start, he knew the sore back was preventing him from pitching low in the zone. Why not just say at that point that his back is a little sore and he’d like some treatment. At that point, maybe it could have been resolved with a less invasive treatment: massage, acupuncture, whirlpool, ice, or even an extra day of rest. By hiding the injury, he has two more bad starts. The Rangers have been pretty clear (prior to Lee being here) that hiding injuries in one of the big no-no’s in the organization.
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 6:17 PM CDT up reply actions
We don't know that he was hiding anything though...
by ghostofErikThompson on Sep 3, 2010 6:22 PM CDT up reply actions
I thought I read that he recently admitted that his back has been sore for a while.
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 6:28 PM CDT up reply actions
From EG
Upon returning to the Rangers following treatment of a stiff back, LHP Cliff Lee said he regrets not speaking up sooner about a problem that has bothered him for “a couple of weeks.” But Lee was adamant about one thing: The back is not the only cause for his recent struggles.
“Looking back in hindsight, yeah, I should have said something sooner,” Lee said Friday. “But I wanted to help the team win and I wanted to compete. The last couple of starts, I wasn’t really helping the team. It was time to try something else. I don’t want to say this is the only reason I haven’t pitched well. But it did affect my mechanics a little bit.”
I love Cliff Lee, but he doesn’t get a pass on this.
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 6:31 PM CDT up reply actions
Really Minnesota?
We have to wait an extra 30 minutes for first pitch because of pre-game festivities? Get your shit together.
"Blister please, with those wings in your spine.
Love to be with a brother of mine.
How he'd love to find your tongue in his teeth,
In a struggle to find secret songs that you keep,
Wrapped in boxes so tight, sounding only at night as you sleep." ~Jeff Mangum; Neutral Milk Hotel
WTF, on Sunday it will be and entire hour.
So instead of the game starting at 1:10, it will be 2:10.
"Blister please, with those wings in your spine.
Love to be with a brother of mine.
How he'd love to find your tongue in his teeth,
In a struggle to find secret songs that you keep,
Wrapped in boxes so tight, sounding only at night as you sleep." ~Jeff Mangum; Neutral Milk Hotel
Little more sleep time?
"Blister please, with those wings in your spine.
Love to be with a brother of mine.
How he'd love to find your tongue in his teeth,
In a struggle to find secret songs that you keep,
Wrapped in boxes so tight, sounding only at night as you sleep." ~Jeff Mangum; Neutral Milk Hotel
Yes...
but also, any baseball before noon is just weird.
by ghostofErikThompson on Sep 3, 2010 4:48 PM CDT up reply actions
I went to one of the Frisco 11am games
this year and it was odd.
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 are just trying to buy an extra 30 minutes
Because they went so long yesterday. Bastards.
"The 2010 Rangers...winning despite Ron Washington"
In the interest of quicker games Ron should just tell the ump he's pulling the Feliz card and the ump should rule the inning over.--Sherman McCoy on Sept. 4, 2009
In his defense, you are a retarded cuntbag by LiamP on Mar 4, 2010
So what to do?
Adjust the drinking start time or just stick to schedule?
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'm drinking already
"The 2010 Rangers...winning despite Ron Washington"
In the interest of quicker games Ron should just tell the ump he's pulling the Feliz card and the ump should rule the inning over.--Sherman McCoy on Sept. 4, 2009
In his defense, you are a retarded cuntbag by LiamP on Mar 4, 2010
Bastard.
I’m stuck late today.
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
LOL
Just popped open my first beer.
"The 2010 Rangers...winning despite Ron Washington"
In the interest of quicker games Ron should just tell the ump he's pulling the Feliz card and the ump should rule the inning over.--Sherman McCoy on Sept. 4, 2009
In his defense, you are a retarded cuntbag by LiamP on Mar 4, 2010
Man
It’s not that 3.2 shit is 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
Has anyone here tried this shit?
If you enjoy bud light, and the taste of vomit, you should definitely give this a try.
by GutenDirk on Sep 3, 2010 4:48 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Looks nasty
"The 2010 Rangers...winning despite Ron Washington"
In the interest of quicker games Ron should just tell the ump he's pulling the Feliz card and the ump should rule the inning over.--Sherman McCoy on Sept. 4, 2009
In his defense, you are a retarded cuntbag by LiamP on Mar 4, 2010
V8 with alcohol?
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
Clamato has tomatoes in it?
I’m not a drinker so I don’t have much clue.
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
Clamato sounds like something you might contract
from a streetwalker in Panama City.
Me: But if we move to some state where our views are in the majority, I won't have anything to rant against all day long! What will fuel my rage??
Girlfriend: Well...you'll still have the Yankees.
by WildcatPhoenix on Sep 3, 2010 4:57 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Dude, I live in Texas
6.0 that 3.2 shit sucks.
"The 2010 Rangers...winning despite Ron Washington"
In the interest of quicker games Ron should just tell the ump he's pulling the Feliz card and the ump should rule the inning over.--Sherman McCoy on Sept. 4, 2009
In his defense, you are a retarded cuntbag by LiamP on Mar 4, 2010
Sorry
I thought you were uop there in OK. 3.2 is shit!
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
Uop
up. I was close.
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
No problem
I have lived in Texas for 17 years.
"The 2010 Rangers...winning despite Ron Washington"
In the interest of quicker games Ron should just tell the ump he's pulling the Feliz card and the ump should rule the inning over.--Sherman McCoy on Sept. 4, 2009
In his defense, you are a retarded cuntbag by LiamP on Mar 4, 2010
My wife's family is from Muskogee
and I hate screwing with having to look for real beer when we visit.
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 went to college not far from there
Connors State College.
"The 2010 Rangers...winning despite Ron Washington"
In the interest of quicker games Ron should just tell the ump he's pulling the Feliz card and the ump should rule the inning over.--Sherman McCoy on Sept. 4, 2009
In his defense, you are a retarded cuntbag by LiamP on Mar 4, 2010
I must admit I have never heard of it before.
What town is it in?
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
Warner
Right off of Hwy 40.
"The 2010 Rangers...winning despite Ron Washington"
In the interest of quicker games Ron should just tell the ump he's pulling the Feliz card and the ump should rule the inning over.--Sherman McCoy on Sept. 4, 2009
In his defense, you are a retarded cuntbag by LiamP on Mar 4, 2010
Ok
I know where that is.
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
My sympathy.
I’ll drink an extra one 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
Stick to the schedule, but get more alcohol since you'll be going longer.
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 4:43 PM CDT up reply actions
maybe I'll go with the serious IPA tonight and play catch up.
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
Ack
Never could do the IPA thing.
But to each his own.
Me: But if we move to some state where our views are in the majority, I won't have anything to rant against all day long! What will fuel my rage??
Girlfriend: Well...you'll still have the Yankees.
by WildcatPhoenix on Sep 3, 2010 4:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Started after my first visit to London
and I got hooked.
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
Someone told me recently that hops are closely related to marijuana
That is why the super hoppy IPAs are so popular now. Drink them and you get a little stoned. I find this a little hard to believe, especially since I had never heard this before and I’m a “beer guy”. I admittedly don’t like all these over-hopped brews, so I don’t drink them myself. Have any of you ever gotten stoned from an IPA?
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 5:18 PM CDT up reply actions
No
But I do enjoy Stone IPA.
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
Taxonomy
The genus Cannabis was formerly placed in the Nettle (Urticaceae) or Mulberry (Moraceae) family, but is now considered along with hops (Humulus sp.) to belong to the Hemp family (Cannabaceae).19 Recent phylogenetic studies based on cpDNA restriction site analysis and gene sequencing strongly suggest that the Cannabaceae arose from within the Celtidaceae clade, and that the two families should be merged to form a single monophyletic group.
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
Ow. My brain hurts now.
So, does that mean a 120 Minute IPA will get you stoned?
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 5:24 PM CDT up reply actions
Nah, and I'm a hophead
They both have oil producing glands that are very similar and are in the same family, so I suppose it is now/will always be an internet myth.
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
No.
But it is very tasty.
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 can't imagine beer without hops in it.
Up Northwest the harvest just came in.
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
This
"The 2010 Rangers...winning despite Ron Washington"
In the interest of quicker games Ron should just tell the ump he's pulling the Feliz card and the ump should rule the inning over.--Sherman McCoy on Sept. 4, 2009
In his defense, you are a retarded cuntbag by LiamP on Mar 4, 2010
How dare they celebrate thier 50th anniversary!
They should only be celebrating PEOPLE.. like Tom Grieve and Michael Young!
formerly cmk
Seriously.
Who the fuck do they think they are?
"Blister please, with those wings in your spine.
Love to be with a brother of mine.
How he'd love to find your tongue in his teeth,
In a struggle to find secret songs that you keep,
Wrapped in boxes so tight, sounding only at night as you sleep." ~Jeff Mangum; Neutral Milk Hotel
Lucas with the zinger
scottrlucas
Rangers sign Mark Prior. Will do whatever it takes to win Pacific Coast League title. Could Chad Hermansen be next?
2 minutes ago via web
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
What constitutes beautiful drinking weather?
by House of David on Sep 3, 2010 5:13 PM CDT up reply actions
Wait.
There’s crappy drinking weather?
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
SBN goes down for a few minutes and now works perfectly with Opera again
Thanks tech guys.
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
seriously.
I was freaking out.
"Biggest mistake in DFW history?" - Bigger mistake in LSB history.
"Back in Irish's day you had to kill a man before you were taken seriously in polite society." - Aquaman56 06/25/10
The addiction is strong with this one
And this one…
And this one…
And this one…
And this one…
And this one…
∞
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
Nice use of special characters!
"What ... 92 miles per hour?" Feldman scoffed. "That's not gas. Feliz throws gas."
"If I had caught it, the force would have taken me through the fence." -- Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs about a Nelson Cruz line drive.
by NorCalRangersFan on Sep 3, 2010 5:40 PM CDT up reply actions
So it was not just me 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
did we sign mark prior??????????
I keed I Keed
by I am Neftali Feliz on Sep 3, 2010 5:24 PM CDT reply actions
nope.
we signed the ghost of Richard Pryor.
too soon?
"Biggest mistake in DFW history?" - Bigger mistake in LSB history.
"Back in Irish's day you had to kill a man before you were taken seriously in polite society." - Aquaman56 06/25/10
i read the other day
he’s in independent ball, done pretty well thus far. hopes he can get back to the bigs as a reliever i believe
FRIDAY! FRIDAY! FRIDAY!
NIGHT!
i like that theme song way to much but man is it catchy
too bad we gotta wait till effing 7:40 first pitch.
damn anniversaries…..
"Biggest mistake in DFW history?" - Bigger mistake in LSB history.
"Back in Irish's day you had to kill a man before you were taken seriously in polite society." - Aquaman56 06/25/10
what anniversary?
this when the bridge collapsed? or are we celebrating something fun?
Twins 50th anniversary
"Biggest mistake in DFW history?" - Bigger mistake in LSB history.
"Back in Irish's day you had to kill a man before you were taken seriously in polite society." - Aquaman56 06/25/10
i just need 5...
14 would be even better, though.
i’m thinking that this will be a breakout game for the offense. i really, really hope they rake this guy early before he gets any form of confidence.
i can’t help to feel bad for him if that happens, though. could you imagine getting a chance, getting lit up and having to stay out there and eat innings – possibly never to pitch again at this level?
there’s always the chance he gets over on us, so i don’t feel too bad.
by sam in so cal on Sep 3, 2010 6:02 PM CDT up reply actions
Porque?
I've been trying to convince my family of the magic of cumin. They won't listen to me. It makes almost everything better.- PhilKid3, 8/16/2010.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Sep 3, 2010 8:23 PM CDT up reply actions
Hey kids
I’m in OKC tonight – got to follow this one via phone/Twitter.
When will Prior pitch for OKC? I’m going to laugh if I see him in tonight’s game.
"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
snowball's chance.
"Biggest mistake in DFW history?" - Bigger mistake in LSB history.
"Back in Irish's day you had to kill a man before you were taken seriously in polite society." - Aquaman56 06/25/10
Its Friday in Oklahoma
That can only mean one thing….Radio only…thank god for Eric N. as with out him I would really, really hate my Friday nights.
respice adspice prospice
by FormerDriller on Sep 3, 2010 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions
I listen on MLB at bat for my iphone
Here in Tulsa I used to be able to pick up KRLD at my old home which was higher up, if the weather was right….but that was years ago before cell towers were everywhere.
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by FormerDriller on Sep 3, 2010 5:52 PM CDT up reply actions
Read this guide
Install the software, and paste this into a browser window, and give it a minute to spool up:
st://A0gCgpwEdUADQAaCoAHIgBax3ooQYJveOO/LaSLJf5gBihcGSTk0IFNUimEAikEHZGVmYXVsdIqiDlR3aW5zIEJhc2ViYWxs
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
excellent!
I used this some last year but the Tvants and what not was not working for me when i tried earlier this year. That program is working fine. At bat still is great as I can listen when I head in to work at 1030.
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by FormerDriller on Sep 3, 2010 6:08 PM CDT up reply actions
YW
This is a huge upgrade over tvants.
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
If only MLB
would take the money I would gladly pay to watch them…..oh well!
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by FormerDriller on Sep 3, 2010 6:15 PM CDT up reply actions
Any other links?
This one’s not working for me
It's more likely that he's in the system to get evaluation and medical attention before all else - which is fine with me.
by House of David on Sep 3, 2010 5:49 PM CDT up reply actions
Just a thought
what if Prior is reasonably healthy, and is able to come back and have a good career as a really, really good bullpen arm for us?
Section 239, Row 1, Seats 1&2
And eat Mommy's cooking!
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
I really wish I had the money to eat at the Beehive at night.
Sounds freaking amazing right now.
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
Was just reading TR's mailbag
and man, either people ask a lot of dumb questions, or TR purposefully chooses the dumbest ones.
Side note – did anybody else notice that the lady who asked the “Lone Ranger” question at the end was named Doris? What are the odds that she’s younger than 40? 100-1? 500-1? Would you even take that bet? Does anybody here know a single person under 40 years old named Doris?
Section 239, Row 1, Seats 1&2
My grandmother's name is Doris, but she's 82.
I've been trying to convince my family of the magic of cumin. They won't listen to me. It makes almost everything better.- PhilKid3, 8/16/2010.
by Aquaman, Esq. on Sep 3, 2010 8:24 PM CDT up reply actions
Oww, today is Carter Albrecht's death anniversary
:(
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
Under no circumstances
Should McCarthy and Prior be allowed to come into physical contact. Or even see each other.
Section 239, Row 1, Seats 1&2
What if they were to merge
And form one super human injury prone lifeform……… Brandark McPrior
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by FormerDriller on Sep 3, 2010 6:13 PM CDT up reply actions
$164.20 and free shipping for a new radiator?
I’ll take it.
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
Domestic or Foreign? Copper or Plastic? It matters.
by House of David on Sep 3, 2010 6:16 PM CDT up reply actions
Aluminum/plastic exactly as factory
I couldn’t find an all aluminum one or I would have paid double. This one lasted 185k, so I guess it doesn’t matter. Old Merc.
And Shalom.
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
Coming up on #Rangers pregame show, you will hear from Nolan, Young, Wash and should be hall of famer Bert Blyleven.
And Kins hitting 6th I just heard?
"I support you, Wash; I’ve always supported you," Young said
"Back on the scene, with a gangsta lean" RW
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