Spring Training Open Thread: Marlins at Braves
by gondeee on Mar 16, 2010 12:29 PM EDT
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I'm here at Disney, about to head down to the field and hang out. Here is the lineup for the Braves today:
Melky Cabrera, CF
Jason Heyward, RF
Chipper Jones, 3B
Troy Glaus, 1B
Matt Diaz, LF
Omar Infante, 2B
David Ross, C
Brandon Hicks, SS
Jair Jurrjens, P
More later...
After Jurrjens, scheduled to pitch are Billy Wagner, Peter Moylan, Takashi Saito, Eric O'Flaherty, Johnny Venters, and Craig Kimbrel.
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"I'm about to head onto the field"
Want a cookie?
Thanks Gondee
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings.
~Earl Wilson
Very Interesting
He’s getting a prolonged look, can’t imagine they’d stick him on the bench to start the year as it’d be better if he could play everyday in AAA, but a great sign
Heyward, batting 2nd?
I think it’s not a bad idea.
by Jose Rodriguez on Mar 16, 2010 10:59 AM EDT reply actions
not at all with his OBP and line driving
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings.
~Earl Wilson
by BeantownVol on Mar 16, 2010 10:59 AM EDT up reply actions
I have a question...
This is off topic but for fantasy reasons I’m wondering what the word is on Jason Heyward. I hear he is a beast but do you think he will 1) Make the team 2) be a bench guy 3) become a starter? Sorry I don’t know much about him. I’m actually an Astros fan….Yes, I know they are terrible :) Thanks for the help and good luck this season.
I play real sports...Not try to be the best at exercising.
If he makes the team he will be starting and all signs point to him making the team so far in ST. He may be spelled on occation against tough lefties by some combo of Diaz or Melky, but I get the feeling he will see over 500 PA this year.
by bbxxj on Mar 16, 2010 11:39 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Wrong crowd to ask that question to…lol
"My team of nine guys who hit like Albert Pujols and never ever bunt just beat your team with one Shane Victorino 472 to 3."
by justincredubil02 on Mar 16, 2010 11:47 AM EDT up reply actions
Not a viable option
I wouldn’t draft him unless you want to get him with a last round pick and hope he’s the ROY. He’s probably only going to be a 1 category fantasy player (BA). I doubt he plays every day. I doubt he cracks 15 HRs, 50 RBI or 8 SBs. Worst-case scenario is he struggles early on a la Schafer and gets sent down to Gwinett. I know that someone in my draft this Sunday will draft him cuz we’re all Braves fans, but I won’t.
And I completely hope that I’m 100% wrong.
Worst-case scenario is he struggles early on a la Schafer and gets sent down to Gwinett.
Lets all hope he doesn’t injure his wrist in the first game of the season. I know i couldn’t hit .280-.300 one handed.
by Buttafuco13 on Mar 16, 2010 12:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Fatvirus, there is one implausible scenario there.
If he is up, he will play more or less every day. The Braves have already said that (that he’ll be playing more or less every day either in Atlanta or Gwinnett) and honestly, to do anything is would be horribly dumb. You don’t stunt a 20 yr. old stud prospect’s development by making him a bench player. Either you have a spot and you play him or you send him down and play him there. If he plays fulltime the full season, he’ll certainly crack 50 RBI and have a good number of runs, too, due to the OBP. The HR’s are a tricky question because he is more or a line drive hitter than a HR hitter, but he’s so strong, I think he would get 20 in a full season. As for the steals, we all know Bobby doesn’t run, so I wouldn’t be surprised if that number is low.
i got him for 12$
i know, A LOT, but everyone wanted him and it was at 10$ so i went to 12$.
I know, a bit dumb, but for 3 years i’ll have him for 18$ per and while that’s A LOT now, in 2012 it will be a STEAL.
by apoxonbothyourhouses on Mar 16, 2010 12:00 PM EDT up reply actions
ps
i got Markakis for 13$, so i could afford to go to 12 on Heyward.
by apoxonbothyourhouses on Mar 16, 2010 12:00 PM EDT up reply actions
Melky leading off
Looks like Bobby may have finally realized he needs to explore McLouth-leading-off alternatives. Bout time.
Yeah I think its time were try a 75/25 Diaz/Melky platoon in LF batting 1st
Diaz plays against all lefty and below average righties.
Phuck the Phillies
looks as though
Bobby is trying to let the Righties on the team face a tough righty before the season.
The best part about this game
is its televised!!!
Anyone else
worried that we are always going to be looking for that big RH bat?
After Glaus leaves what do we do next year? sign a FA LF?
After Chip is gone and Heyward is batting 3rd who protects him in the lineup?
Freddie Freeman could do it. I don’t think we’ll spend much next offseason because, well, we won’t have much money to spend. However, once KK’s contract is up after 2011 along DLowe’s and Chipper’s in 2012, I imagine we would add a big time free agent.
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
by mvhsbball on Mar 16, 2010 12:50 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
well i asked
because im not to sure that Freeman would be well suited for the clean up spot. Maybe the #5/#6 spot though after that RH bat
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 1:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Pujols or bust in 2012.
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
by mvhsbball on Mar 16, 2010 1:04 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
apparently
Howard and Pujols were rumored to get swapped
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 1:12 PM EDT up reply actions
heck
even the #2 spot might be good for Freeman
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 1:04 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh god, Chip is broadcasting
Who’s ready to get fisted?!
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
by mvhsbball on Mar 16, 2010 1:00 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
get used to it
"It breaks your heart. It is designed to break your heart. The game begins in the spring, when everything else begins again, and it blossoms in the summer, filling the afternoons and evenings, and then as soon as the chill rains come, it stops and leaves you to face the fall alone." A. Bartlett Giamatti
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"It breaks your heart. It is designed to break your heart. The game begins in the spring, when everything else begins again, and it blossoms in the summer, filling the afternoons and evenings, and then as soon as the chill rains come, it stops and leaves you to face the fall alone." A. Bartlett Giamatti
I've figured it out...JJ's hat is crooked
He needs to put that thing on straight.
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
Ouch.
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
by mvhsbball on Mar 16, 2010 1:13 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
you know the best part about all these hits
Cabrera is HUSTLING!!!!
Watch and observe Nate
JJ does not look good
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings.
~Earl Wilson
its his 2nd start
of ST.
most guys are on #3/4
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 1:15 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm just saying
Not doom and gloom at all. He’s pitching against the split squad and the ball is seeing to much of the plate
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings.
~Earl Wilson
its to be expected
1st week of ST pitchers are just really trying to get their Fastball location working. He is still essentially doing that. Remember that he is behind about 2 weeks.
Also dont forget the hitters have seen live pitching for 2 weeks now so they are way ahead of him right now
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 1:19 PM EDT up reply actions
No I get you
but we are seeing half of their everyday lineup and facing Johnson, you’d think he’s bit a bit more amped
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings.
~Earl Wilson
bwahahaha!
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
So if McLouth continues to slump
and we start Melky in CF whats the lineup?
hmmm
i think they would keep heyward lower in the order to keep from having 3 RHB in a row
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 1:19 PM EDT up reply actions
I wouldnt mind
Prado
Heyward
Chip
Glaus
Mac
Esco
Cabrera
Diaz
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 1:24 PM EDT up reply actions
Down to Earth?
2006-22YRS-42ABs-.262BA/..340OBP
2007-23YRS-59ABs-.288BA/.323OBP
2008-24YRS-228ABs-.320BA/.377OBP
2009-25YRS-450ABs-.307BA/.358OBP
In 6 Minor League Seasons (2003-2008) he hit .300BA/.353OBP.
What leads you to the down to earth assumption?
"Hey Fat Kid...the monster is right behind you! RUNNNN!!" -The Host
by bwellnjonesco on Mar 16, 2010 1:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Gold glove son!
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
by mvhsbball on Mar 16, 2010 1:17 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
I hope JJ doesn't start to pitch to his peripherals this year
He was an over-achiever last season, we might see him come back to life this season…
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I used to think he was an over-achiever as well, however, I figured out that he just has “it”. He’s intelligent and knows what to do with the ball. Maybe he’s not overachieving afterall…
"Hey Fat Kid...the monster is right behind you! RUNNNN!!" -The Host
by bwellnjonesco on Mar 16, 2010 1:56 PM EDT up reply actions
You mean Wiggle%? You must not go to Fangraphs…
"Hey Fat Kid...the monster is right behind you! RUNNNN!!" -The Host
by bwellnjonesco on Mar 16, 2010 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions
I wouldn't mind him doing that.
Doing better than his peripherals is great, of course, but his peripherals put him at about a 3.70 ERA, just like 2008. I could live with that, it is a very solid number.
wait
how was that a walk it was only 3 balls
Heyward walks on 3 pitches because the Ump awarded him a free ball because Johnson went to his mouth
He was skeered!
Biting his knuckles…
"It breaks your heart. It is designed to break your heart. The game begins in the spring, when everything else begins again, and it blossoms in the summer, filling the afternoons and evenings, and then as soon as the chill rains come, it stops and leaves you to face the fall alone." A. Bartlett Giamatti
Whata bitch
Throw the man a strike!
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
by mvhsbball on Mar 16, 2010 1:21 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Jason stikes again!
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
29 homers and bat 550 is too much to ask?
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
well
he claims that he is holding back his strength till the last couple of weeks
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 1:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Nice to know Braves cameramen haven’t lost the ability to find the hottest chicks in the crowd in between innings.
You sure aren’t lying about that
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 1:28 PM EDT up reply actions
JJ will have a better inning.
His hat is more at 11:30.
Last inning was more like quarter to 11.
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
He made the correct call
Marlin’s pitcher Johnson went to his mouth on the mound, the ump awarded a ball to the batter (Heyward), resulting in a 3-pitch walk.
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 1:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Which is as rare as the might 17 tooed-aardvark
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings.
~Earl Wilson
It's a new rule this season..
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 1:33 PM EDT up reply actions
WIFN
out of Florida
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings.
~Earl Wilson
finally
That high in the zone fastball isn’t a pick to click.. lol
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 1:32 PM EDT up reply actions
I caught a Infante home run ball last year
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings.
~Earl Wilson
One thing that is nice about Spring triaining...
Watching baseball at a work everyday
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings.
~Earl Wilson
OT: John Smoltz is going to be a playoff announcer with TBS.
http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2010/03/smoltz-lands-tbs-job.html
Maddux
goes in before either one of them
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 1:45 PM EDT up reply actions
I don't think so
I’m pretty sure since Glavine never pitched in the majors last year he goes in with Maddux
He isn't eligible
He pitched last season, meaning his hall of fame clock didnt start until this year. Glavine wasn’t retired, but since he wasn’t a part of a major league team at any point last year, that puts him eligible with Maddux.
by thenightstallion on Mar 16, 2010 1:47 PM EDT up reply actions
“Joining Turner Sports’ Major League Baseball coverage is a great opportunity for me to stay immersed in the game that I love and I’m really looking forward to this experience.”
I can think of a better way for him to remain close to baseball and more importantly our organization…
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
tried to quote the story
not going huh? I hardly ever post here, so I must be doing it all wrong.
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
You could tell by the way he pitched he wanted no part of Heyward today.
by thenightstallion on Mar 16, 2010 1:54 PM EDT up reply actions
love to see more hits in the gaps and maybe even a couple of HRs from Chip before the spring is over. His power numbers were awful @ the end of last year
He is toying with his swing mechanics this offseason.
I won’t care about the numbers until the last week of spring because he is just working on stuff.
Jason Heyward
Has an OBP of .600 this spring and an OPS of 1.407.
Not bad.
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
by mvhsbball on Mar 16, 2010 1:55 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
I don't know WHOSE standards you go by.
That’s really low for him. He needs to STEP IT UP or else he’s gonna get cut
Glaus has been killing it this spring
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
Glaus,
I love that guy more with each passing day.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
But wait
I thought Frank Wren was a horrible GM and only made bad moves?!
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
by mvhsbball on Mar 16, 2010 1:57 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
shhhh
we wont brag about the best offseason signing
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 1:58 PM EDT up reply actions
Like the patience.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
such a difference
when you get rid of FYF
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 1:58 PM EDT up reply actions
It makes a huge difference.
Fangraphs had an article up this morning showing that there is a higher correlation between drawing walks and winning games than there is between hitting home runs and winning games.
indeed
you see 2 guys walked in the inning and you swing at pitch #1
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 1:59 PM EDT up reply actions
what does smh mean?
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
SMH = SHAKES MY HEAD
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 2:00 PM EDT up reply actions
Heyward must be having high school flashbacks
Dude’s got everyone shook.
just wait
till he connects on a breaking pitch and knocks it out. Then they will really pitch around him
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 1:59 PM EDT up reply actions
Infante 3-1 count.. would have had a walk if he didn't reach for that grounder lol
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80 walks this spring....
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
indeed
he set the tone for the inning. moved into scoring position by chip and glaus drove him in
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 2:01 PM EDT up reply actions
2 more runs!!
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
I love this guy also.....
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
hopefully
Glaus being healthy and a productive season from Heyward will allow us to give Mac more off days and keep him fresh
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 2:03 PM EDT up reply actions
This for sure.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
i mean
healthy Glaus can put up 30+HR’s and 100 RBI’s
Sounds similar to those Holliday and Bay players we didnt sign lol
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 2:05 PM EDT up reply actions
for 1/20th of the price
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 2:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Would be nice.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Bwahahaha, good guys are winning!
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
whats funny
is that Johnson had started walking off the mound to the dugout
What I like about this year is,
if we get down by a few runs, we have the O to get us back in the game.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
indeed
i just hope we dont give McLouth too much time to “get it right”
let him do that in AAA
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 2:06 PM EDT up reply actions
Amen, even though some on here like to argue it's just ST, :)
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
ST
can show some things. When you’re not catching fastballs its a problem
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 2:08 PM EDT up reply actions
I totaly agree.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Well...
that’s because it is just spring training….not an argument, really, just true.
"It breaks your heart. It is designed to break your heart. The game begins in the spring, when everything else begins again, and it blossoms in the summer, filling the afternoons and evenings, and then as soon as the chill rains come, it stops and leaves you to face the fall alone." A. Bartlett Giamatti
Is someone sick?
"It breaks your heart. It is designed to break your heart. The game begins in the spring, when everything else begins again, and it blossoms in the summer, filling the afternoons and evenings, and then as soon as the chill rains come, it stops and leaves you to face the fall alone." A. Bartlett Giamatti
Saito
almost got a DP to get out of it.
2 outs
He could be the starting catcher on most teams.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
He certainly caught Braves Fever…career year last year, and he has started for teams before..
"Hey Fat Kid...the monster is right behind you! RUNNNN!!" -The Host
by bwellnjonesco on Mar 16, 2010 2:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Saito
looked pretty good after that first batter. not to bad.
Then we'll trade GIDP's for K's
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 2:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Hicks will be the SS
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 2:15 PM EDT up reply actions
mlb won't allow it
his presence distracts the hitters
I wish
we could fuse McCann and Ross into a switch hitting monster of a catcher with amazing defense
TC doesn’t like fuzing…I tried to do that with our CF situation at the beginning of last season (Schafer, Anderson, Blanco) and it was met with mostly disgust and confusion.
"Hey Fat Kid...the monster is right behind you! RUNNNN!!" -The Host
by bwellnjonesco on Mar 16, 2010 2:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Just love our guys patience at the plate.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Just tuned in to the game...
Looks like we are starting to get some offense…
"Are you trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curveball?" - Harris in Major League (1989)
Melky
not looking good leading off.
Heyward making a case for the lead off role
wait
THAT IS THE FENCE!!!!
WHAT THE HECK!!!
Amazing isn't it.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Jay-Hey
with a scorching single.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Oddly, when he came to bat, you can tell he didn't want to WALK
He came out swinging at every pitch..
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Chipper
Single to RF.
Heyward goes 1st to 3B
Hinske Scores
5-3
ya know
if Chip goes down im not worried. Last year the only reliable offensive weapon we had was McCann, Prado, and Escobar.
This year its only looking like McLouth is slumping
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 2:21 PM EDT up reply actions
as long as you realize that lol
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 2:21 PM EDT up reply actions
My man Glaus does it again, another rbi.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
6-3 our team
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Chip and Joe were just talking about Heywards number and getting rid of that 71 when he gets into the bigs. I’m in favor of just putting the letter “X” on his jersey and calling him matches cause this man and meant to be played with.
by thenightstallion on Mar 16, 2010 2:24 PM EDT reply actions
ain't not and
my iphone tried to predict that for me
by thenightstallion on Mar 16, 2010 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Nice, I like the idea..
"Hey Fat Kid...the monster is right behind you! RUNNNN!!" -The Host
by bwellnjonesco on Mar 16, 2010 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Although, Jason X was such a stupid film, and I would be reminded of it everytime Heyward came up…
"Hey Fat Kid...the monster is right behind you! RUNNNN!!" -The Host
by bwellnjonesco on Mar 16, 2010 2:27 PM EDT up reply actions
Good point. Perhaps a skull and cross bones then?
by thenightstallion on Mar 16, 2010 2:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Ideas on who should lead off this year?
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Melky or Diaz or Prado with Heyward batting 2nd
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions
EOF, looked sharp.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Ross up, to begin the inning.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
and almost got a long ball.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Thanks.
I am stuck at work with no video or audio. :(
Been there done that this ST, ugh
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
So Freeman took the pitcher's spot...
…and the pitcher is now hitting fourth? Knew I should not have counted on MLB’s box score being correct, lol.
correct, they'll probably use PH in his old spot
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Well
He’s not showing any power, but he does have a .391 OBP this spring. Not bad for a guy that is definitely a year away.
He hit a "HOME RUN" then over ran the runner, so he's not doing too bad power-wise..
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions
He really should have the same amount of HR as Heyward, however, a base running error turned the HR into a single. Other than that, he’s doing very well for such a young guy. Heyward is spoiling us!!!
"Hey Fat Kid...the monster is right behind you! RUNNNN!!" -The Host
by bwellnjonesco on Mar 16, 2010 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Freeman was too busy admiring his shot lol
The runner was too busy standing at 1st, 2 dumb moves
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions
Know that feeling,
but he is young, maybe he will be the future 1st baseman, just not this year.
I’m hoping he continues to improve in the minors.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
The reason for this...
…could be signing Glaus and getting rid of OBP drains like FYF and FUGA, but we all know the real reason is that Heyward’s glow radiates off on the rest of the lineup.
1 weak ground out to 1st, 1 K
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Hell yes!
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
Pitching Billy the Kid in the 6th?
I’m pretty sure he brought his gas for that.
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
I hope Wags has a good outing.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
101 on the radar gun, Wow
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
The fan reaction at the stadium was classic
There was a bit of an exclamation watching that pitch, then a general cheer when the 101 reading went up on the scoreboard with some applause. Wags was just grinning.
Yeah, that was classic
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 2:50 PM EDT up reply actions
it's all good man lol
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 2:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Wags looked Great.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
6-3 GOOD GUYS
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions
thx
I thought hurricane season was over........
by bravesguy311 on Mar 16, 2010 2:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Wags, I was concerned,
not anymore!
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Conrad showing patience.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
everybody showing patience
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Jay-Hey up
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
That swing and miss took the breath out of the Ump
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
I think I just felt it…
"Hey Fat Kid...the monster is right behind you! RUNNNN!!" -The Host
by bwellnjonesco on Mar 16, 2010 2:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Man oh man what a swing.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Yayy! Now I can say that’s what she said, when someone says that!!
"Hey Fat Kid...the monster is right behind you! RUNNNN!!" -The Host
by bwellnjonesco on Mar 16, 2010 2:55 PM EDT up reply actions
right…but the first pitch was a ball
by thenightstallion on Mar 16, 2010 2:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Jay-Hey K's
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Given his last two AB's...
…I wonder if Heyward decided he just needed to get some swings in regardless of whether they were pitching around him.
Diaz would smacked the crap out of that ball…
If Heyward avoids the tough lefties this year, he could possible hit > .320..
"Hey Fat Kid...the monster is right behind you! RUNNNN!!" -The Host
by bwellnjonesco on Mar 16, 2010 2:58 PM EDT up reply actions
We'll probably have to wait...
…until tomorrow; I assume he’s done for the day.
well
i meant against a lefty. Like if he missed those spots like that i wonder if teams have found a hole in his swing. they looked like 3 fastballs
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 2:58 PM EDT up reply actions
Hey guys. What have I missed so far?
"My team of nine guys who hit like Albert Pujols and never ever bunt just beat your team with one Shane Victorino 472 to 3."
by justincredubil02 on Mar 16, 2010 2:56 PM EDT reply actions
patience
a lot of 4-5 pitch at bats.
Wagner hit 101
Heyward K’ed swinging and missing at 3 straight pitches
Cabrera failed in the lead off spot
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 2:57 PM EDT up reply actions
Wow…Wags hit 101??? Anyone doubting his health now?
What’s the score?
"My team of nine guys who hit like Albert Pujols and never ever bunt just beat your team with one Shane Victorino 472 to 3."
by justincredubil02 on Mar 16, 2010 2:58 PM EDT up reply actions
But we learned that our outfielders can actually throw this year...
It’s a major step up from last year.
"If I had a little humility, I would be perfect" - Ted Turner
Bad first inning for JJ, then he pitched 2 good ones. Our O helped him out by getting the 3 runs he gave up and more.
Wags looked Great!
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
oh yea
Ross showed his super arm catching a runner stealing.
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions
....
heyward swings and misses 3 times. apalachicola, florida reports wind gusts of a billion miles per hour.
My opinion cant be wrong. It's my opinion. Those who don't like it can piss up a rope.
yea hes def done for the day
3 abs.
im liking this. chipper is def gonna benefit from heyward and glaus in the lineup.
he actually
had 4. One hit, Two walks and a K
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 2:59 PM EDT up reply actions
Thanks, guys!
"My team of nine guys who hit like Albert Pujols and never ever bunt just beat your team with one Shane Victorino 472 to 3."
by justincredubil02 on Mar 16, 2010 2:59 PM EDT reply actions
Moylan in
1 quick out
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Just noticed
Ross doesnt wear Knee Savers . . .
bobby cox cursed at an umpire and cheered his players
My opinion cant be wrong. It's my opinion. Those who don't like it can piss up a rope.
Moylan with a K
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
chino cadahia...
somehow fit his foopa into his uniform.
My opinion cant be wrong. It's my opinion. Those who don't like it can piss up a rope.
Im excited
about the pitchers working on new things
Wagner and Moylan working on a Change Up
Huddy working on every pitch known to man lol
btw
whatever happened to Hanson’s Change Up. I thought he was supposed to be working on it last year
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions
I haven’t heard, but I’d guess he would only break it out in special occasions.
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
He probably realized how well he throws that 12-6 and put it off for a while. Would be great to have him add another dangerous pitch though.
by thenightstallion on Mar 16, 2010 3:10 PM EDT up reply actions
aside from that hit Saito gave up
all of our BP locks (Saito, Wagner, EOF, Moylan) are looking great.
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions
yes sir. I wanna see Kimbrel pitch. I’ve never seen him throw.
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
1?
we have to pitch 9 innings and its the bottom of the 7th
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 3:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Both will pitch
we’re the home team. We still have the 8th and 9th to go.
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
How many pitchers do you think will make the team?
Just wondering how many spots are open.
by CowboyCurtis on Mar 16, 2010 3:09 PM EDT up reply actions
5 starters, 7 relievers
Locks: Hudson, Hanson, Lowe, JJ, KK (starting rotation)
Wagner
Saito
Moylan
O’Flaherty
Medlen
2 spots open by my count-another LOOGY is desirable.
Peter looked great, inning over
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Quick! Check it out:
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Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
its kinda funny too
cause they’re easily one of the best run franchises in baseball.
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
If they had a decent fanbase
To the point that their payroll could stay in the $50 MM range, they’d be competing every single year.
without a doubt
I saw something about the Marlins home grown all-star team since 1996 (or whenever they came into the league). It was crazy good.
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
They came in the league in 1992, I am pretty certain. You know we could both probably spend 20 seconds and google it, but that is too easy.
"My team of nine guys who hit like Albert Pujols and never ever bunt just beat your team with one Shane Victorino 472 to 3."
by justincredubil02 on Mar 16, 2010 3:25 PM EDT up reply actions
anyone think
that if the team doesnt find a good internal option for a 2nd LOOGY that we’ll sign someone like Mahay or Beimel?
I mean I would like Dunn to make the team but he hasnt been to impressive. same for Reyes who has shown he isnt dependable in the bigs
only on a minor league contract, but every other team in baseball would take them too. LOOGYs are so damn inconsistent. Ohman was great for us in 08 and he was horrible/injured all of 09.
And I’ve also heard Beimel is a douchebag to fans and in the clubhouse, so I’m not too interested.
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
I don't think so
If we don’t have another worthwhile lefty, we’ll just send Dunn to the minors and go with one LOOGY. Wags is a lefty, so he could used situationally if the 8th inning looks to be full of tough lefties and the 9th would be bottom of the line-up guys.
Dunn would get time to work on stuff in the minors and we might bring him back up later.
i doubt it. with Saito needing some extra days of rest we will prob be using Moylan and EoF as Set Up men a lot
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 3:17 PM EDT up reply actions
oh wait
i forgot about Venters.
He could be the sleeper pick for the 2nd LOOGY
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 3:17 PM EDT up reply actions
Just to be sure, everyone saw that we brought back Smoltz, right?
"My team of nine guys who hit like Albert Pujols and never ever bunt just beat your team with one Shane Victorino 472 to 3."
by justincredubil02 on Mar 16, 2010 3:15 PM EDT reply actions
Reyes has shown he isn't a starter
I’d bet he makes a decent LOOGY though.
I think JoJo would make a fantastic closer.
"My team of nine guys who hit like Albert Pujols and never ever bunt just beat your team with one Shane Victorino 472 to 3."
by justincredubil02 on Mar 16, 2010 3:17 PM EDT up reply actions
Thanks Ill remember to record that one..
"Hey Fat Kid...the monster is right behind you! RUNNNN!!" -The Host
by bwellnjonesco on Mar 16, 2010 3:21 PM EDT up reply actions
I just have one question for all you guys and gals:
Is Ed Too Tall Jones, too tall?
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
Does Charlie Daniels play a mean fiddle?
"My team of nine guys who hit like Albert Pujols and never ever bunt just beat your team with one Shane Victorino 472 to 3."
by justincredubil02 on Mar 16, 2010 3:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Yep, he is so funny,lol
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Matt Diaz is awsome
Easily one of my favorite Braves players of all time.
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
Yeah, he will be one of the guys I tell the grandkids about, and they’ll be like “Who is that Papa?”. Then I’ll tell them, I saw Jason Heyward’s first season and they will shit bricks..
"Hey Fat Kid...the monster is right behind you! RUNNNN!!" -The Host
by bwellnjonesco on Mar 16, 2010 3:28 PM EDT up reply actions
Venters
moving up in the votes for 2nd LOOGY
Thuston with a single
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Blanco makes the final out of the inning.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Anyone else out there thinks we've given Blanco enough times to prove he can be consistant at the plate?
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
I still have no idea why he’s still on the club.
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
in his defense, he had one hell of a WBC. I think they are holding out hope that the player that played last April will be the guy they see again. Although, he is great insurance for a CF injury.
"My team of nine guys who hit like Albert Pujols and never ever bunt just beat your team with one Shane Victorino 472 to 3."
by justincredubil02 on Mar 16, 2010 3:57 PM EDT up reply actions
Hard hit single
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
and he is!
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
slider low, ball 1
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 3:37 PM EDT up reply actions
slider outside corner, 1-1 count
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 3:37 PM EDT up reply actions
fastball low and outside, 2-1 count
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 3:38 PM EDT up reply actions
fastball high inside, 3-1 count
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 3:38 PM EDT up reply actions
fastball low outside, WALK
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 3:38 PM EDT up reply actions
HELMS 1, KIMBRELL 0
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 3:39 PM EDT up reply actions
its only Spring Training
everyone is a little rusty
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
Relying only on the TC play-by-play.
Noone can blame you. We were only told about the strikeout.
I was only 12 when Kent Hrbek stole the World Series.
by Cooper'sTown on Mar 16, 2010 3:59 PM EDT up reply actions
fastball up, fouled back, 0-1 count
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 3:39 PM EDT up reply actions
fastball low and inside, 1-1 count
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 3:39 PM EDT up reply actions
fastball low and outside, in play
grounded to Hicks, backhanded throw to Freeman who couldn’t dig it out.. he reaches
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 3:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Kimbrel
would be out of it but freeman dropped the ball
Freeman drops the ball at first, after a great play by Hicks,ugh
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
fastball down the middle, swing and miss, 0-1 count
94 MPH
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 3:41 PM EDT up reply actions
fastball low, swing and miss, 0-2
96 MPH
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 3:42 PM EDT up reply actions
fastball outside corner, taken, ump says ball, crowd says otherwise
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 3:42 PM EDT up reply actions
curveball, high and outside corner, K LOOKING
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 3:42 PM EDT up reply actions
how did JJ give up the 3?
From what I’ve read scrolling through this, he was up in the zone in the 1st and then got better in the 2nd and 3rd and had a good changeup working.
How did he give up the 3? Any walks involved? Any HRs? Or just a bunch of hits?
Thanks
PS – Heyward needs to eventually be hitting 2nd this year
by nathan rothschild on Mar 16, 2010 3:41 PM EDT reply actions
Kimbrel ends the game with a K!
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Kimbrel and Medlen could pass as 8th graders.
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
and extras for iCarly
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 3:43 PM EDT up reply actions
what the hell is an iCarly?
tv show? movie?
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
lol.. tv show!
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 3:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Our bullpen looked great today
So heres to a bullpen of
Wags
Saito
Moylan
EoF
Medlen
Kimbrel
Venters
Looks good to me!
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
We can afford to wait on Kimbrel.
He’s gonna have some control kinks this year, better to have them at AAA instead of the spotlight.
"Hey Fat Kid...the monster is right behind you! RUNNNN!!" -The Host
by bwellnjonesco on Mar 16, 2010 3:46 PM EDT up reply actions
i guess
but at the same time Chavez is doing much worse than Kimbrel.
Kimbrel is like a Gonzo to me. Gets it done just with drama
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 3:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Kimbrel is still young enough to remember bad innings. Those thoughts might get to him more with 30,000 people watching…
We have quite a selection of bullpen arms ready to go, so no need to rush our future closer to be a 6th bullpen guy.
"Hey Fat Kid...the monster is right behind you! RUNNNN!!" -The Host
by bwellnjonesco on Mar 16, 2010 3:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Our fellow Talking Choppers had a great game to attend.
I can’t wait until tomorrow , another TV game, yes!
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
i know
we are getting spoiled this week. Makes me wanna be a Yankee’s fan
by drumzalicious on Mar 16, 2010 3:46 PM EDT up reply actions
we're basically the Yankees this week lol
EVERY GAME ON TV, WORKING EVERY COUNT AT THE PLATE, AND WINNING
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by Mighty Healthy on Mar 16, 2010 3:47 PM EDT up reply actions
WORD.. Thanks everybody that passed the game onto the one's without MLBN
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We are...
…looking good!
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