Spring Training Open Thread: Pirates at Braves
by gondeee on Mar 4, 2010 10:01 AM EST
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PrintThe Braves take on one of the Braves Minor League feeder teams from Pittsburgh. Two former Pirates will be in the Braves lineup. In another interesting move, Jay-Hey is batting second in today's lineup. This represents the third spot he's been in during his three spring games.
Nate McLouth, CF
Jason Heyward, RF
Chipper Jones, 3B
Troy Glaus, 1B
Brian McCann, C
Matt Diaz, LF
Eric Hinske, DH
Omar Infante, SS
Brooks Conrad, 2B
On the mound to start it off will be Kenshin Kawakami, followed by Jo-Jo Reyes, Lee Hyde, Erik Cordier, and Juan Abreu -- I'm interested to see all of those pitchers.
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Can’t wait to see Hyde pitch and hopefully Abreu won’t look too much like Acosta.
"Hey Fat Kid...the monster is right behind you! RUNNNN!!" -The Host
Wren’s waiting until the Royals are desperate enough to trade Jo-Jo straight up for Soria… Shouldn’t be too long.
"Yeah, and I have an enchanted jock strap." -- Karl Karlson
by Jacob Peterson on Mar 4, 2010 10:52 AM EST up reply actions
Jojo still has value, just not as a starter. He’d make a great LOOGY (.210/.295/.350 against lefties, with close to a 3:1 k/bb ratio). I think at this point though it’s obvious he just doesn’t have what it takes to get rhb out at the major league level.
by dutchschultz on Mar 4, 2010 11:49 AM EST up reply actions
Looking at that lineup without Yunel and Prado really makes me appreciate how unbelievable our depth is this year.
by BahamaBrave on Mar 4, 2010 10:22 AM EST reply actions 1 recs
that’s a really good call
"It looks like The Hound of the Baskervilles out there." - Steve Stone
"...I'm reminded of Wuthering Heights." - Harry Caray
by Chief Noc-A-Homa on Mar 4, 2010 11:27 AM EST up reply actions
Still wouldn't want to push it, though
I don’t think there’s anyone on this team as indispensable as Yunel right now.
Agree 100%
Just nice to believe the bench can win if we’re missing even more than one starter.
FYI
Garrett Anderson was signed by the Dodgers. Jon Heyman can suck it. We can all relax.
by Andy Braves Fan on Mar 4, 2010 10:26 AM EST reply actions
i think bobby is playing mind games with heyward; bc each spot in the lineup you need a different situational mindset and bobby is testing him; I don’t think bobby has a chance at this battle, but its worth a shot to at least test him; lol
More importantly, Chipper will get more pitches to hit b/c Heyward will always be on base in front of him.
"Yeah, and I have an enchanted jock strap." -- Karl Karlson
by Jacob Peterson on Mar 4, 2010 10:57 AM EST up reply actions
Wait a minute...
We don’t want out RF to walk?? We spend 4 years begging for a walk out of Francine and now we do anything we can for our RF not to walk. Funny how that works.
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
by Scott Coleman on Mar 4, 2010 11:21 AM EST via mobile up reply actions
Doesn't matter to me either way...
…cuz JH looks to walk if he doesn’t gets strikes…. and crush anything in the strike zone. Baserunners == Good.
I doubt that lineup position will appreciably effect walks.
By and large, some hitters have to patience to take walks and others don’t. The ones who get a lot of walks can foul off the tough pitches and make pitchers work. If Heyward starts out hot, it isn’t like pitchers are going to groove fastballs to him whereever he is in the lineup. There could be a marginal effect on walk totals, but it shouldn’t be significant.
Lol
I wish that were an actual Bobby quote: “just for shits, I’m gonna bat Heyward second.” This could be the first time that pitchers will pitch around someone to get to Chipper.
Speaking of, I really wanna see some production out of Chip, Glaus, and McLouth. I’m worried about all three of those guys producing. J-hey or not, I still could forsee this ball club struggling for runs. And unfortunately we don’t have Vazquez to throw shutouts every other outing anymore.
For some reason that caption under Bobby really cracked me up.
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
I know…I think actually it’s the picture that really sells it. It actually looks like Bobby just said that.
The funny thing about it is, it’s something that Bob would actually say.
"It looks like The Hound of the Baskervilles out there." - Steve Stone
"...I'm reminded of Wuthering Heights." - Harry Caray
by Chief Noc-A-Homa on Mar 4, 2010 11:32 AM EST up reply actions
Oh yeah
Bobby’s got a mouth like a sailor
The third-base umpire ran into the outfield and retrieved the biggest chunk. "It's a f***in' potato."
by alligatorimpersonator on Mar 4, 2010 12:47 PM EST up reply actions
No tv for today's game, right?
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
by Scott Coleman on Mar 4, 2010 11:14 AM EST via mobile reply actions
(cries like a damned babeh)
Oh well. I think some game is going to be on MLB tonite at 7…..
We’re getting there…
"It looks like The Hound of the Baskervilles out there." - Steve Stone
"...I'm reminded of Wuthering Heights." - Harry Caray
by Chief Noc-A-Homa on Mar 4, 2010 11:28 AM EST up reply actions
I like this lineup..
I like any lineup that has a modern day dragon-slayer named Jason Heyward in it.
Curious, Anyone use MLB.TV on a Roku player, and is it worth it?
Can’t find much to read on it from anyone who subscribes and uses it on roku..googled and everything..I’ve also posted this a couple times, sorry If it’s repetetive..just not wanting to drop the bones on it if its not worth it.
About to pull my hair out. Brought a radio to work, and it won’t work inside this frakkin dungeon either. Dammit, need me some baseball.
Does anyone wanna let me borrow their MLB.TV account and password?
The third-base umpire ran into the outfield and retrieved the biggest chunk. "It's a f***in' potato."
by alligatorimpersonator on Mar 4, 2010 12:48 PM EST reply actions
You know how ESPN did that mess with the Tim Tebow cam? I would really enjoy one of those for Bobby in honor of his last season.
Depends on just how close he gets to the umpires.
Plus, this becomes a costly venture when he throws the cap down and stomps on it.
Somehow...
JeyHey will find a way to hit a GRAND SLAM from the 2 hole in his FIRST at bat of the game!!!!
If anyone is interested, here is the gameday link
http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2010_03_04_pitmlb_atlmlb_1
It seems to be like yesterday where it only updates every half inning, but it’s better than nothing
I bet he could steal 30-35 if we ran him often
The third-base umpire ran into the outfield and retrieved the biggest chunk. "It's a f***in' potato."
by alligatorimpersonator on Mar 4, 2010 1:16 PM EST up reply actions
Ok, at home today so I can listen to the whole game without someone stopping by my desk and bothering me
Heyward is up!
Dave
Suwanee, GA
http://www.ten1photography.com
what are you using to listen to the game?
The third-base umpire ran into the outfield and retrieved the biggest chunk. "It's a f***in' potato."
by alligatorimpersonator on Mar 4, 2010 1:17 PM EST up reply actions
ah..which requires money
The third-base umpire ran into the outfield and retrieved the biggest chunk. "It's a f***in' potato."
by alligatorimpersonator on Mar 4, 2010 1:18 PM EST up reply actions
Pass ball, hits Heyward, he goes to First and McLouth moves to 3rd
Dave
Suwanee, GA
http://www.ten1photography.com
Chipper’s rackin up the DP’s this spring
The third-base umpire ran into the outfield and retrieved the biggest chunk. "It's a f***in' potato."
by alligatorimpersonator on Mar 4, 2010 1:19 PM EST reply actions
Pirates 0 - Braves 1
Glaus hits a gapper to LC…McLouth scores. Single for Glaus.
Dave
Suwanee, GA
http://www.ten1photography.com
he works!
The third-base umpire ran into the outfield and retrieved the biggest chunk. "It's a f***in' potato."
by alligatorimpersonator on Mar 4, 2010 1:21 PM EST reply actions
I can only imagine
the fear of middle infielders when Heyward is bearing down on them trying to break up a double play.
Why does DOB keep saying its on 680?
"Braves fans in the hizzy" -Boog
"Is that like the crib?" - Joe
by GwinnettBraves on Mar 4, 2010 2:28 PM EST up reply actions
Zeus12888,
Thanks for the play by play :)
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Yep I’m on it now. It’s pretty good but the guy on all the discs is annoying.
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
+1
I just dubbed a set from my co-worker. That dude has some serious issues with being hyper-critical, especially over soup.
Yea I agree. I don't care for his fake motivation tactics either.
It’s an intense program though. You get what you put into it I guess.
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
What’s up, everyone? How are the guys looking today?
"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 4, 2010 1:51 PM EST reply actions
My boy, KK, coming through! I like to hear it.
How was his control? That is my biggest concern for him this season.
"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 4, 2010 1:54 PM EST up reply actions
This,
and we don’t really need him, imo.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
I like to have the insurance though. It is comforting to know that if one of our guys goes down, we don’t have to scramble to sign some pitcher that is still sitting out there – like say, Philly or NY would have to do.
"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 4, 2010 1:56 PM EST up reply actions
I think we have enough in our Minor league to cover.
We would just have to bring one up.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Right. And I assume that JoJo will be one of those. I don’t want him on the MLB roster.
"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 4, 2010 1:59 PM EST up reply actions
Hey guys
got a free moment. How we doing?
"Batting second and playing shortstop-he's Cuban. Yeah, his name's Pablo...no, eh, Yunel Escobar, sorry"
Does anyone have a Gameday link? I can’t find it on mlb.com
"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 4, 2010 1:55 PM EST reply actions
Gracias.
"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 4, 2010 1:56 PM EST up reply actions
its also not updating…
"Batting second and playing shortstop-he's Cuban. Yeah, his name's Pablo...no, eh, Yunel Escobar, sorry"
So I can get updates every half inning…good job, MLB!
"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 4, 2010 1:59 PM EST up reply actions
"Batting second and playing shortstop-he's Cuban. Yeah, his name's Pablo...no, eh, Yunel Escobar, sorry"
I’m with ya, dude. Thursdays are “Meetings galore” days for me.
"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 4, 2010 2:00 PM EST up reply actions
Whats his line so far?
"Batting second and playing shortstop-he's Cuban. Yeah, his name's Pablo...no, eh, Yunel Escobar, sorry"
woah. HBP.. Heyward or not, doesn’t it seem kind of early for that?
"Batting second and playing shortstop-he's Cuban. Yeah, his name's Pablo...no, eh, Yunel Escobar, sorry"
wow. I thought he was ripping up the Minors for us. What happened?
"Batting second and playing shortstop-he's Cuban. Yeah, his name's Pablo...no, eh, Yunel Escobar, sorry"
He was only semi-decent last season in Pitt too. I think he was just one that we overrated, like usual.
"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 4, 2010 2:02 PM EST up reply actions
and that.
"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 4, 2010 2:01 PM EST up reply actions
I think I could get used to hearing/reading that.
"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 4, 2010 2:01 PM EST up reply actions
fouled off a fastball, now it’s 3-2 with one out
They said Minor topped out at 93 MPH yesterday.
Dave
Suwanee, GA
http://www.ten1photography.com
who’s they?
"Batting second and playing shortstop-he's Cuban. Yeah, his name's Pablo...no, eh, Yunel Escobar, sorry"
What a waste of a draft pick.
"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 4, 2010 2:04 PM EST up reply actions
wow, 93?
I thought Minor was considered more of a soft-tosser?
The third-base umpire ran into the outfield and retrieved the biggest chunk. "It's a f***in' potato."
by alligatorimpersonator on Mar 4, 2010 2:04 PM EST up reply actions
Did Chipper GIDP with the bases juiced earlier? It says he has 2 LOBs…
"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 4, 2010 2:03 PM EST reply actions
He did GDIP after Heywards HBP with Nate on 2nd
"Batting second and playing shortstop-he's Cuban. Yeah, his name's Pablo...no, eh, Yunel Escobar, sorry"
so only 2 on? I thought the runner on 1st is not considered a LOB, since he was ruled out and off the base-paths?
"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 4, 2010 2:06 PM EST up reply actions
Anyone remember when Heap almost had a GS last year against the Muts?
"Batting second and playing shortstop-he's Cuban. Yeah, his name's Pablo...no, eh, Yunel Escobar, sorry"
I remember I kept predicting that he would hit one, and that he almost did in that game…everyone was pissed at me for jinxing it.
"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 4, 2010 2:05 PM EST up reply actions
I was there
and my dad called, he’s gonna hit a GS. I’m like they’re cursed. then of course a WP so it was only a 3 run HR.. damn karma
"Batting second and playing shortstop-he's Cuban. Yeah, his name's Pablo...no, eh, Yunel Escobar, sorry"
I know it is only ST, but I do not like the first pitch swings that we have seen over the past few days.
*start up the “Fire TP!” bandwagon…
"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 4, 2010 2:07 PM EST reply actions
I agree. I thought we should have brought him back.
"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 4, 2010 2:09 PM EST up reply actions
Didn’t we ultimately have to let him go because of the arbitration debacle with Soriano? We had to clear a place on the roster for him because of the premature signing of Wagner and Saito. That was my understanding at least…
No. We just didn’t want to pay his arb. increase, and we have a good amount of OFers already. I understand why we didn’t bring him back, but I think he would have been great off the bench.
"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 4, 2010 4:11 PM EST up reply actions
In his stead, though
We ended up with Hinske, who gives us a bit more overall bench versatility, and is cheaper. There’s not a lot of difference between their offense impact. The only thing Hinske can’t do is play CF, but Melky will end up as our back-up CF.
All good points. I am still somewhat of a fan of the “Church for leadoff” idea though. That is the one thing that he could bring us that Hinske couldn’t. But, that would involve playing him on an everyday basis, and in this lineup, I just can’t make an argument for that.
"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 5, 2010 10:26 AM EST up reply actions
I’m out guys, more class. Take it easy
"Batting second and playing shortstop-he's Cuban. Yeah, his name's Pablo...no, eh, Yunel Escobar, sorry"
Loser.
"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 4, 2010 2:09 PM EST up reply actions
No video
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
JoJo walks Clement (his first of the day)
Alvarez up now.
Dave
Suwanee, GA
http://www.ten1photography.com
Patience at the plate, nice.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Awesome! Thanks.
I was only 12 when Kent Hrbek stole the World Series.
Conrad with a double
2 runs score.
Then Conrad gets picked off at 2nd.
"Baseball is the only major sport that appears backwards in a mirror." ~George Carlin
Conrad Doubles
2 runs score, but Conrad gets picked off at 2nd by the throw back in from the oF.
Dave
Suwanee, GA
http://www.ten1photography.com
Cut him.
"Baseball is the only major sport that appears backwards in a mirror." ~George Carlin
by FineHamAbounds on Mar 4, 2010 2:23 PM EST up reply actions
Cut him now!
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Double for Mac
"Baseball is the only major sport that appears backwards in a mirror." ~George Carlin
are all of you guys listening on the radio?
or is there a link somewhere??
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
he has been horrible today.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
CoJo in left
The third-base umpire ran into the outfield and retrieved the biggest chunk. "It's a f***in' potato."
by alligatorimpersonator on Mar 4, 2010 2:43 PM EST reply actions
Except for the walk, Parr is having a good outing.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
I think so.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
And with that, I'm out for a while guys
If someone else can pick up the play by play, that would be awesome.
All of y’all have a great day and pull the Bravos through!
walk for hinske on 4 straight
The third-base umpire ran into the outfield and retrieved the biggest chunk. "It's a f***in' potato."
by alligatorimpersonator on Mar 4, 2010 2:54 PM EST reply actions
I like his patience at the plate.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
conrad hits another XBH, 2nd and 3rd
The third-base umpire ran into the outfield and retrieved the biggest chunk. "It's a f***in' potato."
by alligatorimpersonator on Mar 4, 2010 2:57 PM EST reply actions
Double for Conrad
Hinske stays at 3rd
"Baseball is the only major sport that appears backwards in a mirror." ~George Carlin
He’s definitely starting to make his case to get that last bench spot
The third-base umpire ran into the outfield and retrieved the biggest chunk. "It's a f***in' potato."
by alligatorimpersonator on Mar 4, 2010 2:58 PM EST up reply actions
Could anyone give me a brief recap of the game so far?
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
Braves up 3-1
We’ve walked 7 or 8 times, Jay-hey went 0-2 with a HBP, Glaus had an RBI single and a walk, Chip had a hit
The third-base umpire ran into the outfield and retrieved the biggest chunk. "It's a f***in' potato."
by alligatorimpersonator on Mar 4, 2010 3:00 PM EST up reply actions
Jo-Jo,
Didn’t look good imo.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
he hasn't in 3 years lol
thanks everyone. Looks like KK did good as well.
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
by Scott Coleman on Mar 4, 2010 3:02 PM EST up reply actions
I think it's time to cut bait with him..
and replace him with Parr.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
or "sound" :)
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
conrad...
can hit a fastball. that’s not his problem along with almost every other 4A player that struts his stuff in spring training.
My opinion cant be wrong. It's my opinion. Those who don't like it can piss up a rope.
hopefully...
between conrad, clevlen, and mitch jones, one of those 4A players will break through and pull a jack cust.
My opinion cant be wrong. It's my opinion. Those who don't like it can piss up a rope.
Personally I like Matt Young
Hopefully he plays well this spring
I like Hicks also, especially after that long hr yesterday,:)
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Another walk, bases juiced!
we really should have 6 or 7 runs with all of these baserunners…
The third-base umpire ran into the outfield and retrieved the biggest chunk. "It's a f***in' potato."
by alligatorimpersonator on Mar 4, 2010 3:01 PM EST reply actions
sac fly for jones, 4-1 atl
The third-base umpire ran into the outfield and retrieved the biggest chunk. "It's a f***in' potato."
by alligatorimpersonator on Mar 4, 2010 3:02 PM EST reply actions
LOLPirates
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
by Scott Coleman on Mar 4, 2010 3:04 PM EST up reply actions
Yet we only lead by 3
I think that was the Pirates goal to put guys on and make the Braves hit into a DP lol.
so
if this schedule is right we have to wait till tuesday for another televised game? Then looks like an average of 2 games a week being televised . . . which means MLB.TV got me!!!!
Me too...
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
sucks
because all of these radio games seem to be aired for free in some places
by drumzalicious on Mar 4, 2010 3:10 PM EST up reply actions
What inning?
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Thanks
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Kinda, sounds that way, ugh...
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Thank you, Pirates...
for giving us free online radio!
It’s much appreciated!
"If I had a little humility, I would be perfect" - Ted Turner
jojo haters
while i can understand your frustration, dont give up on him yet. he’s been really good in the minors for 3 straight years.
My opinion cant be wrong. It's my opinion. Those who don't like it can piss up a rope.
I haven't read where anyone has said they hate Jo Jo,
and I have been in every game thread. just sayin’
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
forgot link
http://www.baseball-reference.com/minors/player.cgi?id=reyes-015jos
My opinion cant be wrong. It's my opinion. Those who don't like it can piss up a rope.
No, news to me.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Sorry, but what inning are we in?
MLB says the 6th, but there’s just no way..
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
nvm
going into 9th…
Omar Minaya is my hero!
"I'm not even allowed in Mexico."
by Scott Coleman on Mar 4, 2010 3:39 PM EST up reply actions
good guess...
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Is he throwing them for strikes?
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Team Stats: GIDP
2009: Best – Phillies (90), DBacks (94). Worst – Astros (153).
Braves – 26th (142).
[Oddly: Yankees 27th; Mets 28th]
2008: Best – Fish & Brewers (98). Worst – WSox (158).
Braves – 20th (144).
[Phils 5th; Dbacks 4th; Yankees 25th]
2007: Best – Fish (107), Brewers (112). Worst: Cards & Mariners (154).
Braves 15th (137).
That Sucks
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
I hope 2010 stats look better than these.
When asked what aspects of Heyward’s game need improvement, one scout simply replied, "Nothing."
Yeah the DP is the true “rally killer”, IMHO, and today’s performance made me go look this up. Admittedly, it’s actually better than I expected — averaging under one per game — but I’d much rather see an emphasis on productive outs.
indeed
it could also be how old and slow our team has been that no one is fast enough to break up the DP
by drumzalicious on Mar 4, 2010 3:54 PM EST up reply actions
those 3 years
were all escobars fault lol
by drumzalicious on Mar 4, 2010 3:49 PM EST up reply actions
2009 GIDP by player
Yunel wins: 21
Prado and McCann 17 each
Chipper and Matty 14 each
FUGA – 11
FYF – 10…. but of course he also added 3 for the Mutts… unless they aren’t counting his GITP.
I don't think it is a big deal.
Double plays suck, but often better hitting teams (or better OBP teams) get them more because they tend to have more runners on base. Last year, Yunel tended to bat behind our best OBP guys for a large chunk of the season (Chipper and McCann), which gave him more opportunities to ground into double plays.
Cordier walks Walker (heh)
Men on first and second
Bernier up
Morton hit Heyward with an offspeed pitch. Early indication is that the baseball survived the impact.
Fly ball to RF, game over
Braves win 4-2
Morton hit Heyward with an offspeed pitch. Early indication is that the baseball survived the impact.
GO BRAVES!
You mark that frame an 8, and you're entering a world of pain.
http://justwaterplease.com/
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