Open Thread 7/2: Phillies at Braves
by gondeee on Jul 2, 2009 6:00 PM EDT
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Philadelphia Phillies at Atlanta Braves, Jul 2, 2009 7:10 PM EDT
Do I dare even say the s-word? We certainly have the right pitcher on the mound, and a guy who watched the Surgeon disembowel the Phillies last night. Hey karma! Our Braves need some of that good stuff you got.
Current Series
Braves lead the series 2-0
| Tue 06/30 | WP: Peter Moylan ( - ) LP: Chan Ho Park ( - ) |
5 - 4 win |
| Wed 07/01 | WP: Jair Jurrjens ( - ) LP: Cole Hamels ( - ) |
11 - 1 win |
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Philadelphia Phillies Thursday, Jul 2, 2009, 7:10 PM EDT Mostly clear. Game time temperature around 85. |
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Not only...
…would a win here mean a sweep of the Phils, but it would also mean a winning homestand. Not too shabby for how we seemed to play during the Red Sox and Yanks series.
by beeswax on Jul 2, 2009 6:08 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Esco in, mclouth out
Blanco
Marteeeeen
Chipper
Mac
Escobar
Diaz
Fyf
Kotchman
I like it. I wonder what’s up with little mac?
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 6:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
why does fyf bat before kotchman?
by bravesfan203 on Jul 2, 2009 6:13 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
LHP? Kotch hasn’t been hitting all that great lately anyway so it’s not like it’s much of a difference.
by redwards95 on Jul 2, 2009 6:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Frenchy has actually been hitting better than Kotch as of late
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 6:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
WHY IS FYF HITTING AT ALL?
JMR
by chicken little on Jul 3, 2009 10:00 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
With Blanco slapping the ball around like he is right now… I think Bobby can be careful about McClouth’s hammy, as that seems to a kind of nagging injury at times.
by dlkinser86 on Jul 2, 2009 6:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Karma would indicate the Braves will get shutout tonight since Vasquez is pitching and the team hasn’t won 4 in a row all year, but I don’t actually believe in karma. Go get ’em, Braves!
by redwards95 on Jul 2, 2009 6:17 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Just a slightly off-topic note, my dad just bought us both tickets to see the braves @ cubs game monday night. We already have tix to the wednesday day game, so i’m going to Chicago for 4 days and seeing 2 baseball games good times! Any advice for a live-baseball first timer would be appreciated. Bringing this back towards topic, i’m hoping that with JV on the mound tonight we can get the W tonight. However, as much as i think it’d be good to get a win tonight i think the series with the Natinals is more important indicator-of-our-competitiveness-wise, as it has been symptomatic of why we haven’t been able to make up ground that we win a couple of good games (see first 2 games of this series) but then go on to lose a bunch of games really crapilly (see potential of this against Natinals)
by FromTheBellyOfWickman on Jul 2, 2009 6:24 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
yeah.. get there early- as in for BP because there’s always a shot at an autograph, but also its an awesome way to see players and interact with them.
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 6:31 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bring a sign for ESPN because the game is on monday night baseball. You might get on t.v.
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by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 6:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah Baby! Esco back in the lineup back in the fifth spot as a true RBI man. Its great to see Prado doing so good and hopefully having him on base in front of Chipper, Mac and Esco the Bravos can score a lot more runs.
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 6:27 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
more of a rosterbation post but...
how about Esco for Dan Uggla straight up?
i guess Burke would be brought up to play short (unless diory is so loved) and KJ can either be traded or benched, or kept benched, and Marteen can be that great utility player he is and will be INSANE off the bench
Thoughts?
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 6:28 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
see this makes more sense and is much more likely….
by yondaime4 on Jul 2, 2009 6:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Both Hanley and Esco are hated by the FO and the managers. Maybe we could throw JoJo in?
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 6:36 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I agree
They would make that trade in a heartbeat! Then we could also package KJ for Pujols as well.
by JaeSlim on Jul 2, 2009 6:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We don’t joke about Pujols around here. It is sacrilege
by yondaime4 on Jul 2, 2009 6:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
its true… never joke about Pujols…
to prove it:
I was playing MLB 07 the Show for the 1st time yesterday (yeah i never got around to playing it) and my friend said that we should play the all star game because he would just kill me anyway so why not have even teams.
we stayed tied 2-2 through 9 until Pujols comes up and 1st pitch he sees in the bottom of the 10th is destroyed and I win…
NEVER JOKE ABOUT PUJOLS
btw yondaime4…. i got his jersey the other day… its the only non-Braves Jersey i’d EVER get… its insane
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 6:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
McLouth
Prado
Chipper
Pujols
Hanley
McCann
Diaz
Blanco
Lets get it done!
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 6:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
also per DOB
“Wren told me last week, Braves will wait until they get closer to deadline, see how they’re playing and others in division look, and decide how hard to pursue a piece that might put them over the top. If they don’t think that’s possible, they’ll make moves with the future beyond next season in mind. In other words, aren’t going to do another multi-prospects-for-a-slugger trade in desperate attempt to stay in race this year. If they believe they can get a bat that’ll really matter, and do it without mortgaging the future beyond next season, they’ll do it. Or try, at least.”
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 6:29 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I agree with this statement though. We’re only 3 games out with the team we have, and its a team that is under-performing. If this team can perform up to its potential, we may very well be able to win the division this year with what we’ve got, especially with our SPs and bringing in Nate.
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 6:40 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sick of DOB
That guys has been A-wall half the season, letting Carroll Rogers pick up his slack. They need a new beatwriter!
by JaeSlim on Jul 2, 2009 6:34 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
AWOL – means Away WithOut Leave
A-wall means nothing. Well other than something that supports A-ceiling.
by yondaime4 on Jul 2, 2009 6:46 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
DOB = wannabe writer for Rolling Stone, but is stuck with the AJC
by Slee on Jul 2, 2009 6:36 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
DOB = #1 on Tim Hudson's hit list
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 6:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Have you guys seen the "know your braves" vids?
All these guys are country music fans………no wonder they can’t hit!
by JaeSlim on Jul 2, 2009 6:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You think Javy wants this one tonight bad enough?
FYF wore his turkey underpants to the game yesterday. Afterwards he said:
"I don’t care what you’ve got to do, but you’re wearing that [expletive] to the park tomorrow."
LOL, poor Javy. Shut the Sillies down tonight and get you an All Star nomination.
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 6:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
he = javy vazquez
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 6:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think he does, and I think we need to pound the living hell out of Happ too. We need to completely decimate what’s left of their confidence with a sweep here.
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 6:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
why do they keep talking about that damn pair of underwear
by esadb on Jul 2, 2009 6:54 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
cause we’re 8-0 this season when he wears them.
at this point, i dont care if Frenchy wears a purple jersey, yankees visor and a green thong in RF.
he already makes himself look bad, so it shouldn’t be much of an adjustment. if we win with the turkey underpants, i say wear them.
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 6:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
hey we won 11-1 when he was wearing them. Im not usually supersticious but if the Braves believe they are lucky why not.
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 6:55 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I thought I heard a story that he didn’t actually where them yesterday. He say them in the dryer and decided not too…
by dlkinser86 on Jul 2, 2009 7:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
If you think you're playing well because of Frenchy's underwear
then you are.
Will - Rocky Top Talk
by Will on Jul 2, 2009 7:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm ready for a SWEEP of the Phillies!!!
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:06 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Love it ! Me Too, plus we have Boog tonight not Chip!
Let’s win tonight!
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 7:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I am psyched – Joe and Boog are such a nice change!
(and I get to watch with Hubby tonight too – he just got home about an hour ago)
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Enjoy! My Hubby is actually watching with me tonight , even though he’s not into sports. I’m just wondering how long it will be before he has his laptop on his lap! I love my computer geek Hubby!
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 7:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
1 pitch, 1 out. Gotta love that start!
"These two teams are constantly going at each other verbally. You know, win with class, lose with class. Just keep your mouth shut and go play your game."--Chipper Jones, commenting on the Muts/Phaillies verbal girl fight.
by King Size on Jul 2, 2009 7:11 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
First K for Javy!
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:13 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Man how many times has Victorino K’d this series?
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 7:14 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Javy with the Deuce
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:17 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Ok, let’s pick up where we left off last night with the bats!
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:17 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
There we go Chip! 2 out hit.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:22 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
who would you rather have on your team?
W L ERA G GS CG SHO IP H R ER HR HBP BB SO
5 7 3.04 16 16 1 0 106.2 90 39 36 10 1 23 125
9 6 3.34 16 16 0 0 102.1 95 47 38 13 2 34 104
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 7:23 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
+1
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
for this year the dude with the 3.04 ERA
braves#1
by rockybull on Jul 2, 2009 7:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I dont give a shit about the W/L record of the pitcher nor should anybody else.
braves#1
by rockybull on Jul 2, 2009 7:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was comparing the BBs and SO’s
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:27 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thats nice too
i like the ERA as well hahahah.
braves#1
by rockybull on Jul 2, 2009 7:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah… im gonna kill someone if he makes the all star team… but yeah thats his line
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 7:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Perfect example of why stats don’t tell it all.
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 7:27 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
3 for Javy!
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:28 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Victorino=K
Utley=K
Howard=K
Hmm not bad Javy
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 7:28 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
If Kotchman doesn’t win a Gold Glove this year…. I will be very upset.
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 7:30 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
He’s solid at 1st that’s for sure.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
ok, moylan or huddy whos the joker?
haha i love MLB
when i follow via gameday its slow
when i follow via MLB.TV with good quality its even slower
so now i get to watch it with horrible quality to keep up
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 7:30 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Well, he’s got the highlights for it.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hudson threw a 90 pitch bullpen session. Looks good for him
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 7:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
.
Its almost like Frenchy was daring Dobbs to go for third.
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 7:34 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Quatro for Javy!
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:36 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
So if Hudson gets back by August 1
Who comes out of the rotation for us?
Will - Rocky Top Talk
by Will on Jul 2, 2009 7:36 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Tommy Hanson has won NL Rookie of the Month for June.
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 7:36 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Good for him!
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The Queen of Hearts gets a leadoff Double!
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:38 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
alright Esco! now lets bring him in
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 7:38 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Diaz hustles EVERY time!
I love it.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
so that makes him the King of Hustle
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 7:40 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
So, who is the King of Diamonds tonight? Javy?
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:40 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That weight he lost during the offseason has really improved his major league profile.
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 7:40 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
when did they say the cards are being given out?
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 7:40 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
no ace of spades would have to be chipper…
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 7:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We must get this runner in from 3rd with 0 outs.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:42 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Correction: FYF 1st out.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
No Chipper is the King of Hearts.
Damn it Frenchy!
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 7:42 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
If Andruw was still here – he would be the Jack of Clubs. LOL
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
God help us if Kotchman grounds into a DP.
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 7:43 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
No matter what – good at bat for Koch. Making him work.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:46 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
And draws a walk! Loaded bases for Javy with 1 out.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:46 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bases loaded for Vazquez! GRAND SLAM TIME
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 7:46 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
sorry…enter fail…
I was going to finish by say that tonight, it seems one run may be enough for Javy.
by dlkinser86 on Jul 2, 2009 7:48 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Replay looked like he got a bit of that last one…oh well.
Time to deliver with 2 outs.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
well.. one out is better than two.. come on Blanco!
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 7:50 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
yeah at least he didnt ground into a DP.
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 7:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Man on 3d with 0 outs – major fail not to get 1 run.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Good job FYF. Way to screw up the inning
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 7:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Damn. Even though that is bad. I have a good feeling that this wont be the Braves only good run scoring oppurtunity tonight as it has been in previous Vasquez starts.
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 7:54 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
At least we’ve made Happ pitch a ton of pitches. I think he’s around 40 already.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i like this very much, because i freaking HATE quick outs.
by carolinabrave89 on Jul 2, 2009 7:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
wow.. team ERA 3.84 starters 3.74
very nice
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 7:55 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Queen of Hearts
with a nice play!
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 7:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow
Good Hustle by Diaz.
GA doesnt get that
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 7:57 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
+1
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 7:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
same with Prado on that last play
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 7:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I concur,he threw his darn body out there to try to stop it!
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 7:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
How about we not worry about Rollins at first and just get Victorino out.
by Bobby Cocks on Jul 2, 2009 7:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Javy almost hit by Victorino’s groundout
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 7:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Victorino is single handedly trying to kill our pitchers.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:00 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Five pitchers in MLB I really wouldn’t like to face!
Javy Vasquez
Tim Lincecum
Chris Carpenter
Roy Halladay
Randy Johnson
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 8:00 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
What about Josh Johsnon instead of Randy
by Zeus12888 on Jul 2, 2009 8:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Randy, not so much for his talent but for his stature and intensity.
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 8:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
first, its Vazquez but whatever
and yeah, Josh instead of Randy and I might put The Freak ahead of Javy (but just by a little)
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 8:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Joba is more dangerous than Victorino! Just ask Kawakami.
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 8:01 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Lowe’s balls may beg to differ. LOL
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
His 5-0 record and 2.99 ERA says he has a pretty good repitoire.
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 8:04 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Prado with a dramatic double!
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:03 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Prado trips but makes it in
Lead off Double
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:03 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
if only we could get him up with the bases loaded……
by dlkinser86 on Jul 2, 2009 8:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
he’s what the Jack of Clubs?
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 8:04 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah… i always find the clubs are always overlooked because its the weak suit of the black suit yet still really valuable… same with a jack… thus Marteen
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 8:07 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
So
Prado Lead Off Double.
Chip and Mac pop out
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
WTF?
Out 2 sluggers with 1 pitch each? DAMN.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
i started to say 3..
but i retracted my statment, either way..garbage.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:07 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
indeed.
especially in the 3/4 spots
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:07 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well now. We’re certainly bailing Happ out of every situation aren’t we.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:08 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
http://facepalmbook.org/facepalm.jpg
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 8:08 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
word is..mclouth was good to go tonite..
bobby said “one more day”
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:09 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
i dont blame him
i would rather him be patient and we not have to bench him again in 4 days
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:10 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Now im starting to think we could use someone
a Slugger to go in between Chip and Mac.
I actually wouldnt mind Hawpe if he was available since we now have Prado in the line up we could take on another lefty
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
just I PERSONALLY wouldn't go with hawpe..
he’s not my favorite
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i mean im not sure of who else is available he was just the first to come to mind
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:13 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i like adrian gonzalez..
thats my favorite..but theres others. willingham, dunn..etc.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Javy
Just made Howard look bad on a 69 mph curve
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:11 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
big threat on first
to make casey look short.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:13 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
hes trying to be the complete package ya know lol
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
here comes javy's inning i'm afraid..
please javy..don’t let it get to ya man
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
huh?
Javy hasnt had an “inning” in a while
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
okay..feeling better..
they start just like that..you’ve got to admit it, you’ve seen em before..
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I would love to see Werth in a Braves UNI
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 8:16 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
He’s a tall drink of water.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
OK Javy – there’s 2
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:16 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Where’s he at?
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Prado just had chino
run down to the clubhouse and bring him his sacrificial chicken
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:18 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Dunn doesn't make that play at first..
+25 for Sid..
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:19 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Excellent play by Kochman and Javy!!!
Boog just said he’s not made an error since coming to ATL.
SOLID.
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:20 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
After a long time coming..
the cleveland indians just DFA’ed former player/owner Roger Dorn.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:22 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Another leadoff baserunner.
And who else did we get in the Tex deal?
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 8:22 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
wonder how that kids doing. last time i checked he was doing terrible
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Leadoff single for DIaz.
Now can we please get Matty in!
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:22 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
the other matty ice again with a basehit
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 8:23 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
So um
looks like FYF caught the pop up bug
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:24 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
disgrace to wear a #7
on his uniform.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:24 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Hell Yeah! KOCH with a
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Good call
I saw that pop up just as i heard the crack of the bat
by dlkinser86 on Jul 2, 2009 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
so whats the winning lottery numbers
this week?
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
lol
depends on the lottery your playing
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:27 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i believe its 22, Kotchman 1B
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 8:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Georgia..
i’ll quit work tomorrow if you just tell me what their gonna be lol…
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
SeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeYaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 8:25 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
is the one to come through for us tonight! Every night lately someone unexpected comes up with a Biggie!
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 8:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It’s nice to see.
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
26-12 when we score first, 11-28 when we dont
by carolinabrave89 on Jul 2, 2009 8:29 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Javy now with a lead.
Let’s see him keep sittin’ the Phillies down.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:29 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Yes indeed...
I feel really good about this lead with Javy pitching the way he is.
by Zeus12888 on Jul 2, 2009 8:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, because we don"t know what the BP will do tonight. We need all the runs we can get!
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 8:31 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That first pitch was a strike. Pffft.
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:30 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Nice play by Koch with the tag.
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Once again. Kotch has to be favorite for the Gold Glove
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 8:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I really think
Kotch is highly underated.
I remember last year them talking about how he has the DEF of Tex just without the bat. Im not sure Tex makes all his plays.
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:32 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
and therefore, the King of Clubs
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 8:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
where did you guys get these references?
whos which by the way.
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
kotch has great defense and does deserve the gold glove in the NL but just last week(when we played the yankees) i remember on here we were talking about how tex made a play to his left(diving) where as kotchman didnt.
best defensive 1b
1.tex
2.kotch
but its a very close second.
by carolinabrave89 on Jul 2, 2009 8:36 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Best part about this series?
No Chris Coste
by Zeus12888 on Jul 2, 2009 8:32 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Cinco de Javy!
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:33 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
So i know the games on..BUTTT..
I’m considering upgrading my phone..anyone have the new iphone 3Gs? i have an iTouch i was given by my boss last christmas..i love it..i would like to have the mlb at bat application anywhere i go though..iTouch only works when around WiFi..so anyways..anyone using the 3Gs?
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:33 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
whats with people and trying to kill us?
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 8:34 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
that almost got him in the side of his head…..shit
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 8:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
scorched wow..
but he’ll learn..uggla made some ugly errors too..and least he got ate up..least it wasn’t a routine fly ball.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:35 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
That was nasty.
And Happ’s first ML hit.
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:35 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Anyone remember the pop up KJ dropped to end a game last year and the Braves went on to lose the game.
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 8:36 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
yup. That was the downfall of our season
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
silence.
we dont talk about that play
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
wasnt that in Washington?
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Not as bad as Castillo’s a few weeks ago. In the Subway Series!
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 8:38 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
that play was great!
I laughed til I cried
by dlkinser86 on Jul 2, 2009 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I do….it made me sick. but also felt bad for KJ.
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Damn, Rollins with another hit – we can’t let him get straightened out tonight.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:36 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
He used Chipper’s bat during BP and that got him out of his slump and gave Chipper his bad luck in exchange!
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It’s looking like it – Chip looking bad tonight at the plate.
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:46 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
So.
Esco is Queen of Hearts.
Kotch Jack of Clubs
whos everyone else
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:38 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
okay here we go...
Gonzo- King of Hearts
Soriano- Queen of Hearts
JJ- Queen of Clubs
EOF- Jack of Hearts
Lowe- King of Clubs
Hanson- King of Spades
Medlen- 10 of Spades
Moylan- Jack of Spades
Javy- King of Diamonds
Kotch- Jack of Clubs
KJ- 2 of Hearts
Esco- Queen of Hearts
Chipper- Ace of Spades
GA- 10 of Clubs
Diaz- Jack of Diamonds
Blanco- 10 of Diamonds
FYF- 2 of Diamonds
McLouth- Ace of Diamonds
Prado- Ace of Hearts
Infante- 10 of Hearts
Heap- Ace of Clubs
Ross- 9 of Spades
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 8:49 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That’s great. Do you think in the official deck – they used their uniform numbers (if 1-12) for some?
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
WOW! Esco the Thief!
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:38 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Loved seeing Javy with the fist pump in the glove.
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:39 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Javy was probably thinking he just gave up the only lead he’s had in forever.
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
omg..
God is a Braves fan after all..
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:38 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
we lost one top play of the week FU ESPN DAMNIT YOU BETTER GIVE US THIS ONE.
by carolinabrave89 on Jul 2, 2009 8:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
If the Yankees, Mets, Red Sox, Phillies were 50 games under .500, they’d still be getting the headlines
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i have been very well aware of this.
by carolinabrave89 on Jul 2, 2009 8:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Woo!
Has the whole world gone crazy? Am I the only one around here who gives a s#!t about the rules?!?
by TennKen on Jul 2, 2009 8:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
so while in a commercial.
anyone using the NEW iPhone 3Gs? time for me to upgrade just wondering if any of u like it.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Sorry, more of a computer nerd than phone guru.
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
well me too..
but its basically a computer in your palm..i mean have u seen the mlb at bat application lol..thats freaking awesome..live audio from any game..and like 2-4 games a day live video.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
do you have to have an MLB.com audio subscription?
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 8:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i was about to say
anyone else at least kinda worried about the old man?
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 8:44 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
he has no threat behind him..
don’t get me wrong..mac is good..but when mac struggles..so does chipper..they need a solid 4 hole power bat..and chipper bats .300-.400 again.. example: tex last year..traded him and chips average fail.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Mac is a 5th hitter and always will be
i HATE hitting him 4th, but we have no option. i wish Nate would hit 3rd to bump everyone down a spot
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 8:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
chip and mac
seem to be trying to hit all the pitches out the park
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 8:44 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
They’re certainly NOT being patient at the plate.
Sad when Javy has seen more pitches.
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Is it me or do you have to annihilate the ball to hit it out of the Ted?
by MatM on Jul 2, 2009 8:45 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Add +5 HR at least to all our players if they played in Philly everyday
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 8:46 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
wasnt Philly the only place Schafer hit a homer?
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 8:46 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ya think Philly would deal Utley for Schafer? We could throw in JoJo as a bonus!
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 8:48 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
They would if we gave them KJ too, I think he hit a homer there
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 8:49 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
mvhsbball..
if you download the iphone/itouch mlb at bat 09 application its $9.99 but it has every games audio, it has stats, a live field, a k-zone..and highlight video is updated every 15 minutes during the games that are not broadcast live..like i said..2-4 games a day are broadcast through wi-fi or 3g daily. blackouts do apply however..so i’ll never catch a braves game i don’t think..but i have watched some good ball on my itouch..i just want the iphone cause i love my itouch..and the iphone can go anywhere and be able to access i-net and mlb at bat..itouch just has wifi.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:49 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
theres no audio subscription..
or any subscription..just downlod the app for 9.99.. but its worth it.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 8:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i have an itouch
and its a beast. i wanna get an iphone but my upgrade isnt for 8 months.
and a college buddy who works in the tech department for apple said the other day that their wont be a new model of the iphone for 12-18 months. so maybe now is the time to get one
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 8:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
from before.. if everyone was a card
Gonzo- King of Hearts
Soriano- Queen of Hearts
JJ- Queen of Clubs
EOF- Jack of Hearts
Lowe- King of Clubs
Hanson- King of Spades
Medlen- 10 of Spades
Moylan- Jack of Spades
Javy- King of Diamonds
Kotch- Jack of Clubs
KJ- 2 of Hearts
Esco- Queen of Hearts
Chipper- Ace of Spades
GA- 10 of Clubs
Diaz- Jack of Diamonds
Blanco- 10 of Diamonds
FYF- 2 of Diamonds
McLouth- Ace of Diamonds
Prado- Ace of Hearts
Infante- 10 of Hearts
Heap- Ace of Clubs
Ross- 9 of Spades
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 8:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
oh i thought the booth said that was Huddy and Moylan.. they were the 2’s because the worst possible cards
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 9:08 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
HeyJude – I’ve been paying much more attention to Werth since your earlier comment.
I concur – either in or out of one. ;-)
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 8:57 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I’ve been watching him for a couple of years, and he is an all around solid player. The type of player I would love to see ATL pick up.
I also read a couple of month’s ago, the Phils might be interested in trading him for a pitcher!
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 9:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
JVs last inning…hope he makes it through
by Zeus12888 on Jul 2, 2009 8:58 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
wish he’d have done that BEFORE throwing him 9 pitches
by Zeus12888 on Jul 2, 2009 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Come on javy!
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 8:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Shit.
I miss McLouth.
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 9:00 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Utley could have come in much harder – glad he didn’t hurt Mac.
Blanco just couldn’t find it … at least it was only 1.
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:02 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
fact is..*we should* be leading this game
4-6 to 1. javy shouldn’t have to pitch a gem EVERY GAME. lol
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:03 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
How big are all those baserunners left early in the game look NOW?
Dammit. Javy deserved more from us.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:05 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
OK Peter – hold ’em if you can.
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:03 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
WHAT THE HECK
why didnt we set up the DP?
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 9:04 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Moylan did his job though. Maybe should have set up the DP
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 9:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
What sense did that make? Bring in the ground ball guy, to concede a run in a 1 run game.
by MatM on Jul 2, 2009 9:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Earth to Bobby Cox
Why wouldnt you walk the bases loaded for the DP?
2009 Atlanta Braves Motto: We ♥ leaving RISP.
by mvhsbball on Jul 2, 2009 9:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
ie: just like that.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:07 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i don't like sidearm..
anyone else feel the same way..it makes me to nervous.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:06 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I hate that once again Javy did not get a win when he should have
if our offense had not left so many RISP!
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 9:07 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
we should still have the lead
thanks for not setting up the DP
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 9:08 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
okay… we all know bobby was an idiot… lets just get the run(s) back
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 9:08 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
We can’t help Javy now, but we can still win this game if we get our heads out our ass and start hitting the ball instead of popping it up on the first pitch.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
martin prado will bail us out again
by carolinabrave89 on Jul 2, 2009 9:08 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
never fear.. Marteeeeen Prado is here!
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 9:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Has he ever bunted well?
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i love the new found patience the braves have found
at the plate.. but omg what the hell was that!? a 2-1 bunt!?
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:11 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
thank God
he didn’t swing at that 10 ft fastball.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:13 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
does anyone know if frenchy annouced to the world what underwear he is wearing today?
by carolinabrave89 on Jul 2, 2009 9:14 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
he went with the christmas goose by CK.
today.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
And suddenly Happ who we had on the ropes for a while looks like Cy Young.
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
hahah but seriously hes about due for a homer
by carolinabrave89 on Jul 2, 2009 9:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
he wasnt even catching the FB
like ten seconds behind with his swing
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Our pitchers so far:
Javy:
Moylan:
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:19 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
If I were a Guy I would hate to have Peter as my first name. I would change it to something else.
Like Chip is actually Larry. Peter pumpkin eater needs to do the same!
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 9:22 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Maybe his “pumpkin” thinks it’s sexy. LOL
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:23 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
And one reason I’d hate to be a guy named Richard.
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, I get it now! We are a mess!
Our thoughts about never having enough runs with the BP coming in is happening again tonight! I would love a night that I did not have to get nervous when the BP comes in!
Our thoughts about leaving RISP has happened again tonight!
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 9:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Once again we get screwed by the ump(s).
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Moylan had him struck out, but he saw one more pitch for a hit.
Thank goodness it didn’t cost us. This time.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:31 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
if this turns into boston ima be pissed
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 9:24 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Whats up, everyone???
I’ve had this game on gameday the whole time, but had company, so I couldn’t blog…good to see NcChopper brought back the graphics…way to go, girl!
"Actually, Justin was right."
by bigjoe on May 15, 2009 9:04 AM PDT
by justincredubil02 on Jul 2, 2009 9:26 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Jack of Hearts coming through!
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 9:30 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Phew… but that 3rd pitch was a strike, he missed his spot, but it was still a strike.
by MatM on Jul 2, 2009 9:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
ump let em get away with the balk
so he took that strike away.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Derrek Lee has 2 HR and 7 RBI through 4 innings tonight. We could use a bat like that…
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 9:34 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
We got Kotchman who needs Lee
Baseball is my life
by That a boy on Jul 2, 2009 9:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Joe and Boog
are entertaining some of us!
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 9:35 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
What the heck
i hate Bobby right now.
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 9:35 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
So who will play 1st the rest of the game?
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Love the fan with the broom.
I’m hoping we can make use of it….but we gotta get on the ball. Literally.
KOCH with a start!
As a reminder – Hey Braves – we want a
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by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:36 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
kj steal..
bunt off…PLEASE. then bunt fools.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:37 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Diory has more HRs than FYF in July
The base paths belonged to me, the runner. The rules gave me the right. I always went into a bag full speed, feet first. I had sharp spikes on my shoes. If the baseman stood where he had no business to be and got hurt, that was his fault. -Ty Cobb
by Jurrjens' Surgeons on Jul 2, 2009 9:38 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Almost a bunt single
Baseball is my life
by That a boy on Jul 2, 2009 9:38 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Fantastic Bunt executed there by Diory.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
good bunt.. but i hate this kind of baseball.
use speed before giving up a FREE out.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Woulda been nice to see KJ with a straight steel, I gotta agree.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tie goes to runner
Baseball is my life
by That a boy on Jul 2, 2009 9:41 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Actually it was dont know what you are watching
Baseball is my life
by That a boy on Jul 2, 2009 9:44 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Not when the runner is a Brave.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lets see if our hero can do it again
The base paths belonged to me, the runner. The rules gave me the right. I always went into a bag full speed, feet first. I had sharp spikes on my shoes. If the baseman stood where he had no business to be and got hurt, that was his fault. -Ty Cobb
by Jurrjens' Surgeons on Jul 2, 2009 9:41 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
infact the bunt to put RISP(2nd base)
hasn’t exactly worked that many times this year..it usually ended in this fashion..
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:42 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Looked like a tie and that goes to the runner!
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 9:42 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
apparently Happ is listening to you
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 9:42 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Walk him to get to Chipper… fine with me
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 9:42 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Great at bat by Prado.
But, maybe they’d rather pitch to Chipper the way he’s been swinging the bat tonight.
Prado has been money lately.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:44 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I know and I hope he makes ’em pay big time here.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
RF line drive over howards head looks awesome
here.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:44 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Chip is failing
Looks like FYF swinging at the 1st pitches
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 9:44 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
He’s coming out of his damn shoes, he looks like Andruw
by MatM on Jul 2, 2009 9:44 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
He has been looking bad of late
Baseball is my life
by That a boy on Jul 2, 2009 9:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh yeah, just look at his stats from the previous 3 games.
.333/.385/.667
Just awful.
by Lennox on Jul 2, 2009 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
dude
you know better than to let facts get in the way of a good opinion here at the TC.
"Actually, Justin was right."
by bigjoe on May 15, 2009 9:04 AM PDT
by justincredubil02 on Jul 2, 2009 9:48 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wasnt talking about the past three games the better half of june he was off
Baseball is my life
by That a boy on Jul 2, 2009 9:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m more concerned with how he’s looked in the past few games than I am with how he looked a week ago.
by Lennox on Jul 2, 2009 9:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
just a single looks awesome
here
Marteeeen!
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 9:44 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
you guys gotta remember..
he hasn’t had a day off in a while..
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:45 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
prob
pitching around chip to get to mac
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 9:45 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Happ looks scared
The base paths belonged to me, the runner. The rules gave me the right. I always went into a bag full speed, feet first. I had sharp spikes on my shoes. If the baseman stood where he had no business to be and got hurt, that was his fault. -Ty Cobb
by Jurrjens' Surgeons on Jul 2, 2009 9:45 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
nice bat throw and the f-bomb for the kids at
home watching..and the young fans in the stand too.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:46 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Time for Larry’s Dad to make a trip to ATL.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:46 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Im convinced that its not because chip is hitting behind him. that was basically down the middle.
he needs a week off
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 9:46 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
why the sudden hate for Chipper?
he has been fantastic in this series. Sure, he was 10-60 coming into it, but gosh, he looked good in the past two games, and in case you guys forgot, he already has a hit in this one too.
"Actually, Justin was right."
by bigjoe on May 15, 2009 9:04 AM PDT
by justincredubil02 on Jul 2, 2009 9:48 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
no hate, just needs a day or two off..
and i never like the frustration bat throw or f-bomb drop.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:49 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hate is a bit harsh.
I think we’re venting frustration that with RISP tonight we’re failing all around – including Chip who has popped up at vital opportunities.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I agree the "Hate " word is very harsh and shows immaturity ………
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 9:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Que?
"Actually, Justin was right."
by bigjoe on May 15, 2009 9:04 AM PDT
by justincredubil02 on Jul 2, 2009 9:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
ok...I didn't literally mean "hate"
don’t you guys know the expression “hating on?”
"Actually, Justin was right."
by bigjoe on May 15, 2009 9:04 AM PDT
by justincredubil02 on Jul 2, 2009 9:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We forgive you,,,,
You are a regular and not just some young punk getting on here to say such things!
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
And now KJ is in, so we have 2 auto-outs instead of one.
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 9:49 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
-4
"Actually, Justin was right."
by bigjoe on May 15, 2009 9:04 AM PDT
by justincredubil02 on Jul 2, 2009 9:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
What is the difference in chip’s batting home and away?
I think some of these Daddy;s do better on the road, because at home that get no rest with a house full of kids and a Momma that wants a break!!
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 9:49 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Home cookin’ and home lovin’ can be detrimental to focus and stamina.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Chipper has an .883 OPS at home, and an .889 on the road this season, this in spite of the fact that his home BABIP is 75 lower.
by Lennox on Jul 2, 2009 9:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That was right down the middle… god this ump sucks
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 9:49 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Whew it looked like Howard got that.
Baseball is my life
by That a boy on Jul 2, 2009 9:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
howard almost knocked it out
gonzo lucky
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 9:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
wow that scared me
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 9:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Not in the Ted – that’s a homer.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
i can remember
when that was a strike..the 2nd pitch too.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:54 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
WOW
Gameday has that 5th pitch (the 4th “ball”) RIGHT DOWN THE FRIGGIN MIDDLE!!!
"Actually, Justin was right."
by bigjoe on May 15, 2009 9:04 AM PDT
by justincredubil02 on Jul 2, 2009 9:55 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
offspeed hits that..
but fastball missed..?
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
This ump – what the hell does he want before he calls a strike?
Bottom of the inning better be just as tight.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
won't be.
you heard it here on..“were screwed!” lol
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
finally we get a call
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 9:57 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Our pitchers so far:
Javy:
Peter:
Gonzo:
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 9:58 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
oh how gay..
i hate the twirling hand ringup..but i’ll take the K
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 9:58 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
If Gonzo gets out of this unscathed it will be one hell of an accomplishment
by MatM on Jul 2, 2009 9:58 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Marteen had that catch
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 9:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
yeah, he would have thrown his entire body out there to stop the ball!
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 10:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
GOD. KJ slipped.
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 9:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, it’s his fault that Mac made a horrible throw behind the runner …
by Lennox on Jul 2, 2009 10:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yesssssssssssssssss that was awesome lets hope it sparks the offense
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by That a boy on Jul 2, 2009 10:00 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Well, that’s one way to do it
Will - Rocky Top Talk
by Will on Jul 2, 2009 10:01 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
OMG – he hung onto that ball.
WHEW.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 10:01 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
awesome play..
but damn..don’t freaking scare me like that. MO is in our court now. WELCOME BACK.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 10:01 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
If that’s not number one on ESPN…. they’re racist against us.
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 10:01 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
wanna talk racist..tyrone prothro's catch won the espys..
but failed to make it on espn highlights the WEEK it happened in 2005. ESPN has major hatemonger for UA. Goldenchildren Florida, USC, Notre Dame
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 10:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
dont worry.. it wont be
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
for those of us who arent watching it… what happened?
by macc on Jul 2, 2009 10:01 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Gozo threw a high pitch that went off Mac’s glove and to the backstop.. Mac picked it up and threw to Gonzo to get the bang bang play at home
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
yep.. always happy to give updates
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by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i will take any out if we dont give up runs but lets not make many plays like that or we might all have MJ like deaths.
by carolinabrave89 on Jul 2, 2009 10:02 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Well, I just scared the hell outta my dog Daisy screaming.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
omg, that was incredible!!
"When life gives you lemons, just say 'F*ck the lemons,' and bail."
by Bravely going forward on Jul 2, 2009 10:02 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
The slow mo replay from the looking down at homeplate angle was astounding. Clear tag on the left arm.
by fandave on Jul 2, 2009 10:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
yaider molinda..really..
eat my shorts..yes that right..i said it.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 10:04 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
yeah mac… finally getting on (cough chipper)
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:04 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
What the hell is with Bobby pulling all our key hitters
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 10:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Heap with a Hit!
And a shot of McCan’s Cans in the stands. Way cool!
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 10:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
help! i feel like an idiot! what are maccan’s cans?
love JJ pinchrunning
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
That would he fans wearing can costumes resembling Braves uniforms with numbers.
by fandave on Jul 2, 2009 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Jair Jurrjens to pinch run…
Will - Rocky Top Talk
by Will on Jul 2, 2009 10:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
If Esco kept running he would have beat that out
by ccarr25 on Jul 2, 2009 10:06 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Some people will just find something to hate on
Baseball is my life
by That a boy on Jul 2, 2009 10:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
MATTY D!
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:06 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
JJ holding his hand
Hope he didn’t hurt anything.
by HEYJUDE on Jul 2, 2009 10:06 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
i thought he was clapping.. stop making him Wang
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Go Ahead RBI for Matty!
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 10:06 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
hey you added the braves logo to the ball… it looks good
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:07 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
HaHa I didn’t know if anyone would notice – but I tweaked them last night to add the logo.
Very observant!
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i never miss anything when it comes to little details.. im just weird like that
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Diaz 7 for 11 this series, wow
Will - Rocky Top Talk
by Will on Jul 2, 2009 10:06 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Jack of Diamonds never fails
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:07 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
+!.. lets get gliding hot, lets get gliding in here
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:07 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Is JJ truly that fast?
Like is he as fast as they hype him to be?
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 10:07 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
He’s pretty much saying FYF won’t do anything
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
STEAL? wow!
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:08 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
i like the steal..omg..i love the steal..
but good throw = DEAD.
by SidKotchman on Jul 2, 2009 10:08 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
We do have the Professional Sac-Fly machine here
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 10:08 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
guys, what are McCann’s cans?
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:09 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
People that dress up in can costumes and cheer for McCann at Turner Field
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
At commercial, I’ll see if I can find a photo
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
thanks
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:10 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Found this:
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
wow thats awesome.. thanks
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
YW. It was cool seeing them dance.
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
LETS GO GLIDING BOYS!
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:09 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
"When life gives you lemons, just say 'F*ck the lemons,' and bail."
by Bravely going forward on Jul 2, 2009 10:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Holy shit, this looks the Braves of yesteryear
by MatM on Jul 2, 2009 10:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
2 Run homer for GA!
5-2 Braves!
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 10:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
So maybe we will look back at the end of the year and realize that this series turned around our whole season. And how about Bobby pushing all the right buttons tonight
Baseball is my life
by That a boy on Jul 2, 2009 10:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
that sure would be nice!! but plz dont junx us
by macc on Jul 2, 2009 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
ok so KJ?
No. your failing in your flailing
by drumzalicious on Jul 2, 2009 10:11 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
PH 2 RUN HOMER!!! 1st ph homerun in his career.
by fandave on Jul 2, 2009 10:11 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
gameday people: highlight of gozo play at the plate is up
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:11 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
stop insulting buzzkills
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, hitting a line drive right at someone, that bastard!
by Lennox on Jul 2, 2009 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
all he had to do was put some lift on his sucky line drive and it coulda been another homerun.
by fandave on Jul 2, 2009 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Despite Chipper slumping, I love how he’s always outside the dugout congratulating players.
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 10:12 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
+1
"Well behaved women rarely make history" ~ Laurel Ulrich
by NCChopper on Jul 2, 2009 10:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i love the way we are playing right now, no heart? we are playing with such admirable agression. we have stripped naked and started streaking!
by carolinabrave89 on Jul 2, 2009 10:12 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
i loved mac’s reaction to the GA homerun
"When life gives you lemons, just say 'F*ck the lemons,' and bail."
by Bravely going forward on Jul 2, 2009 10:13 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
that was a productive inning
Yunel is the Queen of Hearts
by GoBravesNY on Jul 2, 2009 10:13 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Maybe we’ll go with FUGA/McLouth/Diaz for a while? I like it
by BigG1392 on Jul 2, 2009 10:13 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs