Open Thread 5/25: Braves @ Giants
by cbwilk on May 25, 2009 3:00 PM EDT
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PrintAtlanta Braves at San Francisco Giants, May 25, 2009 4:05 PM EDT
The Braves head out to San Fransisco to begin a 3 game set with the Giants, and, in an odd bit of scheduling, the opening game of the series is a day game. West coast teams have been accused of inconsiderate scheduling for a long time, and this is a perfect case. Sure, the Giants are coming home from a road trip, but traveling from Seattle to San Fransisco is much less taxing than the cross country journey from Atlanta to San Fransisco. Hopefully the Braves can fend off their jet lag until later this evening and start off the road trip on a positive note.
Javy Vazquez, winner of his last 2 decisions, takes the hill for te Braves. Vazquez has been very, very good for Atlanta this year, amassing quality starts in 6 of his 9 appearances, and striking out 73 batters in just 58.1 innings. That's 11.3 strikeouts per 9 innings pitched! It will be interesting to see if he can maintain that pace, as he's never come anywhere close to that number in his career. But, as long as he keeps his team in the game, a bit of a dropoff in strikeouts isn't going to bother anyone.
In an all Puerto Rican matchup, Jonathan Sanchez, who some posters here on Talking Chop suggested acquiring during the offseason, will oppose Vazquez for the Giants. Sanchez has not been anywhere near as sucessful as Vazquez this season, posting 4 losses and only turning in quality starts in 2 of his 7 starts. He's walked a ton of batters, 28 in 38 innings, so hopefully the Braves can work the count and take advantage of his wildness.
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Where do you guys get the line-up so early?
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 3:16 PM EDT up reply actions
true
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 3:23 PM EDT up reply actions
You know, I think GAnderson has been doing a better job recently. Better hitting, better fielding. I was a huge Garret hater in the beginning, but he’s starting to win me over.
I could go with either/or
…now that I know GA isn’t a liability
I love watching Matt play, too.
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 3:27 PM EDT up reply actions
While I appreciate the fact that he’s starting to get on base…which is the most important thing of course…the thing is we signed him to supply some sort of power. It ain’t happening.
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 3:34 PM EDT up reply actions
The only Braves position players who have not had a HR this year are Diory Hernandez, BJones, and Garret Anderson.
One of these things is not like the other
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 3:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Are teams wearing the “stars” hat today?
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 3:26 PM EDT reply actions
sweet. the Braves star cap is PIMP
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 3:28 PM EDT up reply actions
hopefully it’s blue though. I’m sick of all the freaking red. Sunday unis are ENOUGH for me
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 3:28 PM EDT up reply actions
totally random.....
Will Ferrell guest stars on ‘Man vs Wild’ June 2nd
CAN’T miss that
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 3:30 PM EDT reply actions
he's tagging along with Bear
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 3:37 PM EDT up reply actions
wow, those red hats suck
and the blue ones are sweet. obviously, they go with the red. obviously
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 3:38 PM EDT reply actions
How about the NORTHWESTERN WOMEN bludgeoning the shit out of UNC yesterday to win their UNPRECEDENTED FIFTH STRAIGHT NATIONAL TITLE?
"If on-base percentage is so important, then why don't they put it up on the scoreboard?"
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That lineup…I don’t horribly mind it.
Today will be a day of celebration, despite me drinking the only beer I have left from Saturday…just put in my 2 weeks today! Yay!
"If on-base percentage is so important, then why don't they put it up on the scoreboard?"
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I’ve given him time, but I’ve reached a verdict: Fred Hickman is an idiot.
BRING BACK KATIE TEMPLE!!!!!!!!
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 3:55 PM EDT reply actions
I love Ron Gant’s perspective. He is decent. Hickman is not.
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 3:57 PM EDT up reply actions
Given it time?
http://deadspin.com/5100372/the-curious-case-of-fred-hickman
Number 10…Fred is one of the funniest things ever:
“SportsCenter anchor John Anderson still begins his top 10 plays segment by saying “Number 10…Fred.” This is an inside joke done to pay homage to Hickman’s tenure. The origins of it come from when one PA wrote out the top 10 play list by giving name indications on each play. Number 10, in this case, was given to Hickman and marked “Fred” on the prompter. Hickman, in turn, read "Number 10…Fred " on air. Anderson supposedly asked producers if he should continue with his Hickman joke after he was gone. The answer was a resounding “yes.”"
sounds about right
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 4:04 PM EDT up reply actions
he went thru spells of this last year. he’ll be back.
plus, diory gets some playing time
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 3:56 PM EDT up reply actions
he’s had solid D so far
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 4:03 PM EDT up reply actions
the Braves all-blue stars hat is so KEWL
that pisses me off that they are wearing a red hat
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 4:05 PM EDT reply actions
Anyone watching on Directv and not getting HD
Is this game not in HD? I am watching on SS HD and its listed as HD, but no go.
Anyone else pissed off at having to stay up until 1 most of this week?
"If on-base percentage is so important, then why don't they put it up on the scoreboard?"
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i’m normally up that late anyways, so not really
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 4:14 PM EDT up reply actions
well, he was…looks like they pulled him this inning
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 4:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Gallarado walked 4 though, with 6 Ks…Carpenter with 10 Ks and 0 BBs
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 4:23 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah…went 8 scoreless to match Carpenter.
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 4:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Do you think on the team flight, Francoeur is the kind of guy that wears an Affliction shirt and khaki shorts?
"If on-base percentage is so important, then why don't they put it up on the scoreboard?"
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Royals have on their powder blue unis with Red hats…looked pretty atrocious
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 4:27 PM EDT up reply actions
No beer, and no chips. This fucking sucks.
"If on-base percentage is so important, then why don't they put it up on the scoreboard?"
President, CEO, and chairman of the Brandon Jones fan club. PLEASE COME BACK! PLEASE COME BACK! PLEASE COME BACK!
No, our pitcher’s hit better than any DH we would have available right now!
"Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle."
You’re the man. Do you play NAHWAL at all?
"If on-base percentage is so important, then why don't they put it up on the scoreboard?"
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Weird question. Anyone ever been to one of Bobby Flay’s restaurants? I wanna go
"If on-base percentage is so important, then why don't they put it up on the scoreboard?"
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i went to the one in atlantic city….i’m not sure it’s worth the price…but then again i’m not a steak conossiuer
Cockchafer
I wanna hit up Mesa Grill cuz I ADORE spicy food
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yeah i got the southwestern steak…really good…really spicy….just not sure about the price…although i did pay for my girlfriend at a time too which drove it up
Cockchafer
Eh, I’ve dropped some big green on meals before…like the sushi dinner that cost 80 bucks for me and one person…
"If on-base percentage is so important, then why don't they put it up on the scoreboard?"
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No fucking way.
"If on-base percentage is so important, then why don't they put it up on the scoreboard?"
President, CEO, and chairman of the Brandon Jones fan club. PLEASE COME BACK! PLEASE COME BACK! PLEASE COME BACK!
Anyone who has Undisputed…how fucking hot is Rachelle Leah in the classic fights mode? Wooooooooooow
"If on-base percentage is so important, then why don't they put it up on the scoreboard?"
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What inning is going to be our big one for today? If any....
"Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle."
I love Boog!
He keeps me laughing, even when our offense sucks!
"Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle."
Is there anyone slower than Kotchman?
Has the whole world gone crazy? Am I the only one around here who gives a s#!t about the rules?!?
We’ve established that there is not
"If on-base percentage is so important, then why don't they put it up on the scoreboard?"
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Check out the big boy behind the plate with his shirt off. Nice.
Has the whole world gone crazy? Am I the only one around here who gives a s#!t about the rules?!?
Mac needs to work on his release. He takes too long to get rid of it.
Has the whole world gone crazy? Am I the only one around here who gives a s#!t about the rules?!?
In a game recently, they were talking about how McCann’s release this year has improved. He used to stutter step before throwing, but now he plants his right foot and just steps forward-less movement=faster release.
Not that you saw it there-he had to fire over the obstruction in order to get the throw off.
Funny, I thought he was just playing the match-up. Emmanuel Burris has a .600 OPS, and his career OPS is like .650. His OBP against righties this year is a Francoeur-ish .301.
With one out and the pitcher on deck, you intentionally walk and set up the sacrifice. If he gets it down, you run the risk of the man at third scoring if it’s a really good bunt. Worst case, you put runners on second and third with 2 out. So then you’re stuck debating whether to intentionally walk another man to load the bases.
Every arm chair manager has 20/20 hindsight.
I’m aware of all that. However, Sanchez has 6 career sac bunts, so the chances of him scoring the runner from third are pretty much nonexistent.
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 5:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Take the damn out.
Has the whole world gone crazy? Am I the only one around here who gives a s#!t about the rules?!?
Bollocks
"If on-base percentage is so important, then why don't they put it up on the scoreboard?"
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It’s bad when 3 runs down are like 10 for other teams.
Our offense is anemic and gives yet another pitcher who has been struggling a reason to celebrate.
What I'm gonna say is probably not going to be popular with most
But Vasquez is a headcase. This must have been the point Ozzie was trying to make last year in saying that he chokes in big games.
Trying to get the guy out at second on that bunt was just a ridiculous play and can only be described as a mental lapse.
And dude’s propensity to cruise through games and then just collapse in one inning (something he’s done through his whole career apparently) is just mind boggling.
There’s no reason for a guy with his stuff to not be one of the better pitchers in baseball.
I’m not trying to tear him down, because for the most part he’s been great this year, but this is not a guy I’m dying to run out there in a must win… give me Jurrjens or Lowe for that.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 5:40 PM EDT reply actions
Yeah
I agree.
Most of that was probably a lot of “captain obvious” stuff for most of you, but the guy can be really frustrating to watch sometimes.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 5:42 PM EDT up reply actions
The braves aren't asking him to be an ace
He was brought in to be a solid #3 — pitch a lot of innings, keep your team in the game, have a few good outings. He has done that and more.
What sucks though is that the guy always appears on the cusp of being flat out DOMINANT.
… But it just never seems to happen.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 5:43 PM EDT up reply actions
I view that as "upside"
rather than a frustration. If you expect him to be decent and he’s outstanding, then things will go better for you.
Think you’re being a little hard on him, but you’re entitled to your opinion.
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 5:43 PM EDT up reply actions
What the hell was that last inning though?
Not only the bunt play, but he shook off Heap in order to throw a fastball to guy on a full count (with a terrible hitting pitcher on deck no less) and then proceeds to groove it right down the plate (after he had just froze him with a back door slider).
Then does the exact same thing to Rents… even though he’s been locating all of his offspeed stuff for strikes for most of the game.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 5:46 PM EDT up reply actions
I could bring up a dozen instances in his past couple starts where he stepped up in game during a scenario and made a great pitch.
Believe me, I’m upset with last inning too…but I’m willing to give the guy a little breathing room with how he’s pitched so far this season.
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 5:49 PM EDT up reply actions
You're probably right
I just want dude to really put everything together and start owning everyone’s ass like I know he’s capable of.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 5:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Diaz up next
time to make good on raking v Lefties
long ball, Matty
Has the whole world gone crazy? Am I the only one around here who gives a s#!t about the rules?!?
Im sure the questions already been asked, but I just checked in, so, why is Freenchy hitting so high?
Heap is zoned in at the plate.
Beautiful approach.
Take fucking notes FYF.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 5:48 PM EDT reply actions
We should PH for French.
Has the whole world gone crazy? Am I the only one around here who gives a s#!t about the rules?!?
http://www.sticktv.net/
"If on-base percentage is so important, then why don't they put it up on the scoreboard?"
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Dude makes up his mind to swing before the ball is even delivered.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 5:57 PM EDT reply actions
Cockchafer
"If on-base percentage is so important, then why don't they put it up on the scoreboard?"
President, CEO, and chairman of the Brandon Jones fan club. PLEASE COME BACK! PLEASE COME BACK! PLEASE COME BACK!
Oh man
We’re gonna need to work something out with ole’ Logan.
Terry Pendleton is worthless.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 5:58 PM EDT reply actions
1 run game and Sanchez is out
At least it is a game again
Is Bobby watching the same team that we are? It’s painfully obvious that Schafer needs a fucking day off, and FYF needs to go away. GA, Diaz, Ross OF FTW
Just bring up fucking B Jones and let the mofo play fucking center.
… OR SOMETHING.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:00 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, yeah…he has no business being in AAA right now.
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 6:01 PM EDT up reply actions
The guy can get on base… we know this much.
Why not slot him lead off and see what happens?
What do we have to lose?
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:02 PM EDT up reply actions
You don’t need to convince me, my friend. I’m all for it.
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 6:02 PM EDT up reply actions
One thing is for sure
FYF does call his shots, he just didnt hit the ball
by UltimaParadox on May 25, 2009 6:01 PM EDT up reply actions
You can’t really hate on Logan too hard… the guy barely spent any time in AA… we definitely rushed because we had few options that were better and he had massive upside.
Francouer had basically the same thing happen to him, but he was a total douche when we tried to send him down to work things out last year, so he’s completely lost my sympathy.
And FUGA is who we thought he was.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:04 PM EDT up reply actions
Dude can work the count, at the very least
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 6:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Can someone help me out?
Is anyone listening to the game on the radio? A buddy of mine just called to tell me that the announcers had said something about the Braves being interested in Lance Berkman. I was just wondering if anyone else is listening and heard that.
I dont think we will move the pieces necessary
Pipe Dream my friend
by UltimaParadox on May 25, 2009 6:05 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm not saying the rumor is valid
I’m just trying to verify what my buddy told me. He suggested that the announcers might have heard something from a real source, but it could also be they just said “wouldn’t it be nice to have Lance Berkman?”
That’s why I want to know if anyone else is listening to the game to tell me exactly what was said.
Sounds like a bunch of crap
That would take a massive package most likely built around one of Hanson/Hey ward which we know isn’t going to happen.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Speed is for teams without Power
We swing for the fences everytime up to the plate
by UltimaParadox on May 25, 2009 6:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Looks like Javy is throwing batting practice out there right now…
What exactly was Bobby waiting on?
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:12 PM EDT reply actions
All hope must be lost, he doesnt want to fall behind in the K leaderboard
by UltimaParadox on May 25, 2009 6:13 PM EDT up reply actions
I’m pissed. Oh well, the yard’s not gonna mow itself.
Has the whole world gone crazy? Am I the only one around here who gives a s#!t about the rules?!?
Lucky me
I mowed the yard before the game, so I could watch the Braves win!? They were playing awesome lately
by UltimaParadox on May 25, 2009 6:14 PM EDT up reply actions
LET'S ALL LOSE HOPE
is the Giants bullpen any good?
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:13 PM EDT reply actions
Every pitcher looks good
Against Schafer and FYF
by UltimaParadox on May 25, 2009 6:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Good thing we have 7 other guys in the lineup.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Rowand is doing his best FYF imitation.
Thanks dude!
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:14 PM EDT reply actions
I love how all teh MLB umps seem to collectively agree that the Braves will always be on teh losing end of a close play…..
missed 2 calls of obstruction against the Braves
Mac had that first dude out at the plate
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 6:16 PM EDT reply actions
He knew it was futile to argue. too close of a play
but the repaly clearly shows dude was out
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 6:18 PM EDT up reply actions
the Braves feed clearly showed he tagged the guy
they showed the tag 7 or 8 times. a good foot before he slid
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 6:20 PM EDT up reply actions
No way...
They replayed and replayed that and showed him as being out!
"If I had a little humility, I would be perfect" - Ted Turner
He wasn’t clearly safe. Stop being difficult. It was a close play, that could have gone either way.
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 6:19 PM EDT up reply actions
I agree it could have gone either way (esp. from the Ump angle), but the McCann missed. Get over it.
I agree it could have gone either way
Then he wasn’t “clearly” out. Stop arguing for the sake of arguing.
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 6:21 PM EDT up reply actions
oh, i'm over it.
AGAIN, just saying
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 6:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Dusty sent Harang out for the 5th after a 2 hour rain delay.
LOL
"If on-base percentage is so important, then why don't they put it up on the scoreboard?"
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and to top it off
we have wasted Bennett on 1 pitch / 1 out with 9 spot up — unless Bobby double switches.
its cool…we swept the blue jays today and i watched sportscenter all morning and didnt see one highlight….meanwhile i saw the yanks and sox highlights twice per show
Cockchafer
Who wins in a foot race?
Kotch or Norton?
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:18 PM EDT reply actions
But guys, the umps love us, remember?
lol
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 6:23 PM EDT up reply actions
some peeps know what's up
but yeah, very UNFAIR. one call would be one thing, but we have been dealt several SHITTY calls this season, and nobody is accountable because umps are gods….
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 6:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Kawakami, Medlen
"If on-base percentage is so important, then why don't they put it up on the scoreboard?"
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Chipper get the fuck back in the lineup, man!
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:25 PM EDT reply actions
looked like he was playing with himself during that interview
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 6:25 PM EDT up reply actions
I can help but still kinda root for Rents
He was awesome when he was with us.
… AND he netted us Jair.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:26 PM EDT reply actions
another hard step he would have eaten wall, man
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 6:27 PM EDT up reply actions
Matty D needs to take over RF as ever day…bring FYF off of the bench to flyout on the first pitch for the pitcher
Where the fuck is bigjoe
Get of XBOX you fuckin’ nerd.
We need a little SWAGGA LIKE B JONES.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:29 PM EDT up reply actions
haha. dude is like coste. braves killer.
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 6:30 PM EDT reply actions
Not like there are many other pinch hitters tearing it up this season. League leader has 8 hits.
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 6:42 PM EDT up reply actions
That’s what I was thinking.
He was talking about him like he was once a dominant pitcher.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:33 PM EDT up reply actions
Why not give us a few shitty calls, ump? Is that against the secret ump code?
secret ump rule #24 – bump the Braves
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 6:33 PM EDT reply actions
Buddy
I want a new “buddy”.
"Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle."
even prior to him giving up any runs? wow
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 6:35 PM EDT up reply actions
k, you're gravy
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by Chief Noc-A-Homa on May 25, 2009 6:36 PM EDT up reply actions
Well at least Buddy is making the decision easy for us.
Gotta look at the bright side.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:36 PM EDT reply actions
is this the end of buddy carlyle
and great decision bobby….fred lewis is much more dangerous
Cockchafer
Time for Buddy to take one for the team
Don’t need to use anymore arms in this one.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:38 PM EDT reply actions
i've been holding out for awhile saying this
but bobby cox is done…i haven’t understood one decision he’s made today
Cockchafer
Maybe we can rally like that one Dodgers-Phillies game from like 19 years ago where the Phils came back from being down like 9 runs in the ninth inning….?
… or maybe not.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:44 PM EDT reply actions
Mac wants Joe Mauer to feel a little competition.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:45 PM EDT reply actions
Dude just doesn’t have it…
It’s hard to believe how bad he is right now.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:48 PM EDT reply actions
agreed…lord knows i don’t want him at gwinnet
by Smoltz's Beard on May 25, 2009 6:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Buddy's Last 5 outings:
2 GS, 1 3R HR, at least 1 run scored / appearance.
Why is he still on a ML roster?
Sometimes we’re gonna lose games, guys. It’s long, long season.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 6:58 PM EDT reply actions
I feel like they battled somewhat in this one, going down 3-0 and immediately trimming it to 3-2 even with the black holes that are FYF and Logan hitting in the inning.
The decision to let Vasquez rot out there in the bottom of the inning took a lot of wind out of our sails, but what can you do?
We can only get so much going without Chipper/Yunel in the lineup.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 7:04 PM EDT up reply actions
fair enough
but guys like Carlyle on the team make you wonder what’s going on in the minds of the decision makers
He’ll be gone soon enough, man.
The guy has been awful.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 7:01 PM EDT up reply actions
They have to make a roster move to bring Campillo back, and they’ll almost certainly DFA Carlyle.
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 7:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Unreal
SD, down 1-7 is now up 9-7 in the top of the 10th. Going for 10th win in a row
"Both teams have played error-less baseball"...
Not sure about that’ one Boog…
Seriously now
Schaf’s gotta go work some things out in the minors…
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 7:06 PM EDT reply actions
dont you just hate...
how the Braves just swept the formally best team in the AL then goes to SF and sucks…
we could blame it on FYF, K-Fer, the umps, or havin a day game after flying across the country… oh well we’ll get em next game
Why even put Chipper in there?
No reason to risk him getting a hangnail and having to go on the 60 day DL
anti-huzzah
Better luck tomorrow guys! Come back soon Chip / Esco. Lincecum has been erratic lately, so hopefully we’ll get the bad-Tim. Big Unit has also been batted around a bit.
Only good thing about this game is our bullpen got a rest.
And hopefully Buddy won’t be able to pitch for days.
Hopefully it will be because he is released.
When Campillo comes back i wonder if they will release him
by drumzalicious on May 25, 2009 8:58 PM EDT up reply actions
Did Boog just say Medlen's going against Lincecum?
Jesus, that’s not even fair…
by get swoll yunel on May 25, 2009 7:13 PM EDT reply actions
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