Alex Gonzalez Hits Walk Off Homer, Braves Win 6-3
by BenDuronio on Sep 11, 2010 8:48 PM EDT
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PrintAll Alex Gonzalez needed to do was hit a fly ball, and he surely did that. He got all of a Mitchell Boggs pitch and won the game with a three run shot after Rick Ankiel walked and Eric Hinske singled. It was just another dramatic last at-bat victory for the Braves, who are now tied for first place once again.
Tommy Hanson pitched well as the starter, going seven innings and allowing just two earned runs on an Albert Pujols double. Jonny Venters got credited with a blown save after allowing the tying run to score, but most of that was Martin Prado's fault for making a throwing error earlier in the inning.
The rest of the Braves bullpen was virtually flawless. Peter Moylan, Billy Wagner, Takashi Saito, Kyle Farnsworth, and Craig Kimbrel combined for 4.2 scoreless innings with just one hit and one walk allowed in total. Kimbrel earned the win with a scoreless inning which featured two strikeouts.
The Braves opened up the scoring in the first inning with a bases loaded walk by Nate McLouth. McLouth added an RBI triple later in the game and seems to be back on track, which is an absolutely great sign. Jason Heyward homered in the bottom of the seventh and made a few solid defensive plays as well as he continues to make his push for N.L. Rookie of the Year.
Tomorrow the Braves can win the series with Tim Hudson on the mound against Kyle Lohse. Lohse has had a rough season to say the least and Hudson has certainly not. This pitching matchup definitely favors the Braves, so hopefully they can finish off the Cards tomorrow afternoon.
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It’s good, but the Heyward one still reigns atop.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 8:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Why u mad, tho?
"Never doubt Derek Lowe's ability to win despite himself."
by EricGreggWasPaidOff on Sep 11, 2010 8:51 PM EDT up reply actions
we're tied for first in the division with them
"It's here, it's here, it's finally here" :Strongbad on football season
Gonzo’s Walk-off:
http://mlb.mlb.com/video/play.jsp?content_id=11964119
I could watch that all day. In fact, I think that I just did.
I hate the Phillies so much...
same here.
woulda been amazing to be in the stadium while it happened.
by steeeeezzzzzz on Sep 11, 2010 8:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Definitely
That stadium was full.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 8:51 PM EDT up reply actions
I saw that
I was thinking….“you better quite waving that elbow around”
The crossing of arms to basically say “Game Over!” was classic. That moment was beyond awesome.
by romone_braves91 on Sep 11, 2010 9:12 PM EDT up reply actions
i liked the skip more just before home. He was basically saying screw this, I’m having fun on my way around
Carpe Diaz
That was my favorite too.
Especially since he was skipping like he knew he was hot stuff right then. A+.
My favorite part
Is that a dad holding a kid still jumps up and tries to grab the HR.
No wonder nobody likes you, Tuttle... everything's a (Pujols) damn debate.
I have
more wins than KK.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 8:51 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah i had 3 in my summer league
in 2 starts and like 7 appearances out of the pen
"IN THE AIR LEFT FIELD- THAT'LL DO IT!... AND IT KEEPS ON GOING; THAT IS A HOMERUN!"
They demoted you to the pen?
LaRussa must have been managing your team.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:03 PM EDT up reply actions
i had to get stretched out at the beginning
i only play in the summer, i throw shot for school
"IN THE AIR LEFT FIELD- THAT'LL DO IT!... AND IT KEEPS ON GOING; THAT IS A HOMERUN!"
Ah
I see. I couldn’t throw a breaking ball to save my life in high school. Third base, on the other hand…
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:08 PM EDT up reply actions
I played all three OF positions and hit switch...
Wait….that would make me………………………
by king of games on Sep 11, 2010 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions
Is that you,
Melky? You can read?
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:15 PM EDT up reply actions
i had one appearance in high school
on jv. i didnt play cause i couldnt hit at all. can touch about 78/79, work the edges, change speeds, mix the split in, and a very, very slow curve
"IN THE AIR LEFT FIELD- THAT'LL DO IT!... AND IT KEEPS ON GOING; THAT IS A HOMERUN!"
and you're not even an MLB pitcher!
(kinda like that race against either Nixon or Regan where a pundit stated that the Democrat only won one more state than the pundit and he pundit wasn’t even running!)
If I have to explain my username to you, you're obviously a Philly fan.
"Kill my boss?! Do I dare live out the American dream?" - Homer Simpson
I'll have you all know that my dinner was extra delicious post-victory.
"Never doubt Derek Lowe's ability to win despite himself."
by EricGreggWasPaidOff on Sep 11, 2010 8:52 PM EDT reply actions
What did you have?
I’m hungry and need ideas.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 8:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Bacon, eggs, biscuits and gravy (was supposed to be pancakes, but there was a last minute substitution…..I’m not complaining).
"Never doubt Derek Lowe's ability to win despite himself."
by EricGreggWasPaidOff on Sep 11, 2010 8:55 PM EDT up reply actions
Brinner?
Good idea. Need some Bacon!
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 8:55 PM EDT up reply actions
Night breakfast!
sweet.
"Tony Gwynn made sacrifices. Cal Ripken made sacrifices. I'm not sure Derek Jeter made sacrifices given the ungodly deep pockets the Yankees have." - Chipper Jones
by MBL1 on Sep 11, 2010 8:57 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
And Alex Gonzalez improved his batting average against Mitchell Boggs to .714 with that HR.
"Never doubt Derek Lowe's ability to win despite himself."
by EricGreggWasPaidOff on Sep 11, 2010 8:54 PM EDT up reply actions
What did ya have?
"Tony Gwynn made sacrifices. Cal Ripken made sacrifices. I'm not sure Derek Jeter made sacrifices given the ungodly deep pockets the Yankees have." - Chipper Jones
by MBL1 on Sep 11, 2010 8:54 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Get out, Phillies!
we aren’t sharing first place!
Atlanta Hawks=the team that drafted big $$$$$$$$$ instead of big men.
Hey
you should change your picture to this:
http://mlb.mlb.com/atl/images/fan_forum/braves_believe_logo.gif
or this:
http://atlanta.braves.mlb.com/atl/images/ticketing/y2009/believe_tomahawk_hdr.gif
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 8:54 PM EDT up reply actions
that sucks
it doesn’t quite fit.
Atlanta Hawks=the team that drafted big $$$$$$$$$ instead of big men.
Yeah...
Try the other one?
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:27 PM EDT up reply actions
I like
it. Even though the size is off.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:37 PM EDT up reply actions
It's still good
I’m keeping it.
Atlanta Hawks=the team that drafted big $$$$$$$$$ instead of big men.
i just wanted the ball in the outfield...
but nooooo gonzo had to hit a homer instead. what a bummer
What
a bum. Can’t do his job.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 8:53 PM EDT up reply actions
A great win
kind of wish that I could have watched it…damn you FOX national blackout on MLB.TV
by LEastCoastBears on Sep 11, 2010 8:53 PM EDT reply actions
I know the feeling sorta!
I had to watch it on Braves.com on my phone because it was not showing up here!
by UpstateNyBravesFan on Sep 12, 2010 10:56 AM EDT up reply actions
Pennant races are fun
"Tony Gwynn made sacrifices. Cal Ripken made sacrifices. I'm not sure Derek Jeter made sacrifices given the ungodly deep pockets the Yankees have." - Chipper Jones
by MBL1 on Sep 11, 2010 8:55 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
When
we win.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 8:55 PM EDT up reply actions
Venters didnt earn the BS, he earned a hold
i dont know why Moylan earned the BS?
moylan actually gave it up even tho it was venters' run
"IN THE AIR LEFT FIELD- THAT'LL DO IT!... AND IT KEEPS ON GOING; THAT IS A HOMERUN!"
Yeah soft groundball that even recorded an out
If Jason Heyward were to hit a home run off of you, you would have to fight the urge to thank him.
Everyone plays Mario Kart Wii, if you don't your a member of Al-Qaeda.
by bravesforever16 on Sep 11, 2010 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions
The odds are against us tomorrow
I’m taking my 3 game losing streak back to Turner Field.
Coming soon: winningugly visits Atlanta, takes dump in royhobbs’ Braves hat.
You
go, we kill you! Or, maybe you are due!
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 8:57 PM EDT up reply actions
we’re doomed.
"Tony Gwynn made sacrifices. Cal Ripken made sacrifices. I'm not sure Derek Jeter made sacrifices given the ungodly deep pockets the Yankees have." - Chipper Jones
by MBL1 on Sep 11, 2010 8:58 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Im going as well. Cant wait for the 6 hour drive.
Im currently 0-1 and my first and only game was against the Marlins when Lowell and Cabrera were on the team.
by steeeeezzzzzz on Sep 11, 2010 8:58 PM EDT up reply actions
Well,
either way, you can cheer against Cabrera.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions
Yup
that time, you cheered against Miguel Cabrera. This time, you can cheer against Melky Cabrera.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:02 PM EDT up reply actions
cheer against your own player?
"Tony Gwynn made sacrifices. Cal Ripken made sacrifices. I'm not sure Derek Jeter made sacrifices given the ungodly deep pockets the Yankees have." - Chipper Jones
by MBL1 on Sep 11, 2010 9:04 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
He seems
to do better when I cheer against him.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:06 PM EDT up reply actions
Great win.
That win yesterday was the spark we needed to turn things around. Giants lost, too.
We take the game tomorrow.
"You can't print what I said, but they have to catch us." - Chipper Jones
by Jman781 on Sep 11, 2010 9:06 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Big Win!
Hopefully Bobby will start to trust Kimbrel like he trusts Venters, because Kimbrel stuff is straight up NASTY!
I'm sensing
the start of something great with Kimbrel. Dude can light the opposition up.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions
Dunn, Venters, and Kimbrel
That’s a relief core I can get behind.
by king of games on Sep 11, 2010 9:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Throw in
Teheran, Delgado, Vizcaino, Heyward, Hanson, Jurrjens, Medlen, Prado, and McCann.
2012 is going to be a great year for this team.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:18 PM EDT up reply actions
it’s kinda sad to think that we have to skip 2011 to have the “ultimate team” due to the veterans (Lowe, KK, McLouth) are holding us back from the future.
by romone_braves91 on Sep 11, 2010 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Not unless we eat 80-90% of the contract, KK has a decent contract and did pich well in 2009.
by king of games on Sep 11, 2010 9:36 PM EDT up reply actions
I rather eat 10-15M of Lowe’s contract. We have more money to spend and so we could get Crawford. And if we ate 80% of his contract, we would be paying 24M out of his 30M contract, not going to happen
Would much rather have Lowe than KK...
KK needs a change of scenery badly
by UpstateNyBravesFan on Sep 12, 2010 11:04 AM EDT up reply actions
At the end of the 2008 season (72-90), I said that this team’s time was only going to come in 2011 or later. Anything before then is just icing on the cake, if you ask me. As good as this team is now (and it is an amazing team), 2011 and 2012+ are going to even better.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Freeman, maybe Beachy, and will Salcedo be ready by then?
"Tony Gwynn made sacrifices. Cal Ripken made sacrifices. I'm not sure Derek Jeter made sacrifices given the ungodly deep pockets the Yankees have." - Chipper Jones
by MBL1 on Sep 11, 2010 9:27 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
This
His outing was down right unfair to the Cardinals. Their faces were like, “who the hell is this guy!?” Mr. 99 mph better known as Kimbrel. Now go back to your dugout in disgrace.
by romone_braves91 on Sep 11, 2010 9:15 PM EDT up reply actions
99 plus a wicked slider
and his command looked great.
that slider came out of nowhere. The announcers were giddy about that pitch. I was like “holy shit!” Nasty.
by romone_braves91 on Sep 11, 2010 9:17 PM EDT up reply actions
That's the best command I've seen him have.
His stuff has always been top notch. I think a summer of closing in the IL may have taught him what he needs to know to transfer that up to the bigs.
I love
the way Heap just set up down the middle and let him reach back and throw it and let the natural movement do its thing instead of trying to make him pinpoint
Effect: any current lead is equal to or less than the amount of runs surrendered by Dan Kolb or Bob Wickman.
by Kolb-Wickman Effect on Sep 11, 2010 9:17 PM EDT up reply actions
That's the best I've ever seen CK look.
That breaker to end the inning was beyond hilarious. I half expected LaRussa to come out and claim it was illegal because it was unfair.
Well,
that would be something that Tony LaRussa would do…
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Yes, it would.
I loved that quote about how he liked that Cox didn’t try dirty tricks. All I could think of was “You mean like telling the ump to strictly enforce the meaningless catcher’s box?”
great win
Gonzo’s bat flip says it all and was epic
+1
Effect: any current lead is equal to or less than the amount of runs surrendered by Dan Kolb or Bob Wickman.
by Kolb-Wickman Effect on Sep 11, 2010 9:15 PM EDT up reply actions
D-Lee
is starting to fill me with the same dread McLouth used to
Effect: any current lead is equal to or less than the amount of runs surrendered by Dan Kolb or Bob Wickman.
by Kolb-Wickman Effect on Sep 11, 2010 9:15 PM EDT reply actions
Really?
He’s OPSed 1.116 over the last 7 days.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:17 PM EDT up reply actions
True
Don’t get me wrong, I’d rather have him out there for the glove than Glaus and consistent stroke. Perhaps ‘tense’ is a better word than ‘dread.’ Would love to see his power stoke keep it up.
Effect: any current lead is equal to or less than the amount of runs surrendered by Dan Kolb or Bob Wickman.
by Kolb-Wickman Effect on Sep 11, 2010 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Yup,
I can get behind ‘tense’. I don’t trust him too much in big situations either. The difference is that he’s been giving me hope over his last few games. Same with McLouth. If these two heat up, and we maintain consistent production from the rest of our players, watch out in October.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:26 PM EDT up reply actions
This.
I’d love to see them both heat up, and if Freeman would get some more at bats I’d be happy as he is silky smooth in the field, but if Lee gets going you just can’t take him out. No complaints at this point. We’re winning, however Big Red may end up sacrificing something for a W soon
Effect: any current lead is equal to or less than the amount of runs surrendered by Dan Kolb or Bob Wickman.
by Kolb-Wickman Effect on Sep 11, 2010 9:28 PM EDT up reply actions
I say
that he sacrifices Lowe. The problem with Freeman is that, although he has an extremely bright future ahead of him, he does not have above-average MLB power or above-average MLB plate discipline. The one thing that he does well (on offense, right now) is make consistent contact with the ball. He isn’t doing that right now. I don’t think that he’s going to help the team that much down the stretch…
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Agreed.
Lowe would be worthy. That ‘sinker’ is a physics experiment gone wrong. You’re right about all of that. I’d be interested if more appearances would help him out, but if Lee hits well then keep him for a bat and late inning glove as seen today.
Effect: any current lead is equal to or less than the amount of runs surrendered by Dan Kolb or Bob Wickman.
by Kolb-Wickman Effect on Sep 11, 2010 9:35 PM EDT up reply actions
hasn’t Freddie had like 7 at bats?
I don’t think he’s going to be our savior, but I do think he’ll get a couple of big hits.
"Tony Gwynn made sacrifices. Cal Ripken made sacrifices. I'm not sure Derek Jeter made sacrifices given the ungodly deep pockets the Yankees have." - Chipper Jones
by MBL1 on Sep 11, 2010 9:35 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
yep
he’s had a few, hit the ball well a few times, has a hit or two. He will be fine and if they had a 10+ game lead in the division I could see him making consistent starts, but things are too tense. As long as he’s not Kotchman Jr. I’ll sleep well.
Effect: any current lead is equal to or less than the amount of runs surrendered by Dan Kolb or Bob Wickman.
by Kolb-Wickman Effect on Sep 11, 2010 9:38 PM EDT up reply actions
This
10 AB, but this is not the time to let him experience his growing pains.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:41 PM EDT up reply actions
He's only 20
It’s not like we’re trying to get him ready for a make or break season next year. Plenty of time for him to learn, especially with his size and tools.
Effect: any current lead is equal to or less than the amount of runs surrendered by Dan Kolb or Bob Wickman.
by Kolb-Wickman Effect on Sep 11, 2010 9:45 PM EDT up reply actions
21 tomorrow. :)
"Tony Gwynn made sacrifices. Cal Ripken made sacrifices. I'm not sure Derek Jeter made sacrifices given the ungodly deep pockets the Yankees have." - Chipper Jones
by MBL1 on Sep 11, 2010 9:47 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
http://mlb.mlb.com/video/play.jsp?content_id=11964119
probably like 755 feet. Or 762*.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:28 PM EDT up reply actions
Didn't get to watch the game
but I love those hats. Amazing!
BTW, anyone have Sea Bass’ numbers since coming over from Toronto? Me likey the Sea Bass.
Also, once again McClouth has shown great signs of being back to form. Gotta love that!
And J-Hey continues to rake. Someone said that it would take a monster finish for him to become ROY — just want to thank that person for inspiring Jason. :)
If I have to explain my username to you, you're obviously a Philly fan.
"Kill my boss?! Do I dare live out the American dream?" - Homer Simpson
I'm
definitely behind those hats, at least with the home uniform. I wish that they would use the Navy/Scarlet hats on the road instead of the Navy hats, though.
I hate the Phillies so much...
by frozendesert on Sep 11, 2010 9:33 PM EDT up reply actions
really?
i personally don’t like the white hats…i do like the navy hats however
by forgotten_glory on Sep 12, 2010 2:00 AM EDT up reply actions
Gonzalez stats with Atlanta:
.267/.327/.414/.741 with 4 HRs and 27 RBIs coming into today.
Today, he went 1 for 6, but added a HR and 3 RBIs.
So that’s 5 HRs and 30 RBIs in 53 games now. Extrapolating that to a full season in Atlanta, he’d be around 15 HRs with around 90 RBIs (yeah, yeah, I know – RBIs are a poor performance indicator). Since leaving Toronto, his slugging is down, but his OBP is up. He’s been a decent pick-up. I can see him staying in Atlanta for next season.
"Never doubt Derek Lowe's ability to win despite himself."
by EricGreggWasPaidOff on Sep 11, 2010 9:54 PM EDT up reply actions
he will be with Atlanta next year
he has a cheap option
I know that.
It’s just that when we traded for him (and even recently), a lot of people around here have been bitching about how he’s not good enough to play the rest of this season, rather less all of next season, too.
"Never doubt Derek Lowe's ability to win despite himself."
by EricGreggWasPaidOff on Sep 11, 2010 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions
Or not...
But thats an old convo!
by UpstateNyBravesFan on Sep 12, 2010 11:29 AM EDT up reply actions
OT
I was just watching the US-Lithuania highlights on ESPN and whoever was doing it said: “the US, taking on the Americans…”
link:http://espn.go.com/extra/fiba/recap?id=300913917
Carpe Diaz
fantastic win
was in the living room watching it on the big screen. Had that October feel to it, but a great finish
GO BRAVES!!
James T Paulson
by Jtpdolphins2009 on Sep 11, 2010 9:36 PM EDT reply actions
Baseball is a crazy sport...
We lose Pirates series and lose the first game of the Cards and out of nowhere the Braves are “fading” and “are going to be the team left out of playoffs” (thank you ESPN experts). Now the same Braves win two in a row and now we have the best record in the NL (screw tie. We are winning the overall series vs. Phi 7-5). It’s funny how things work out. Let’s take the game tomorrow and pray that we play Nats tough.
by romone_braves91 on Sep 11, 2010 9:36 PM EDT reply actions
Oh and how sick is it that our home record is 51-20.
by romone_braves91 on Sep 11, 2010 9:37 PM EDT up reply actions
allow me if you will...
to point out the point where Philly lost 4 to the Astros…you’re right, its a crazy game. I know Philly Phans who were as nervous after that as we were after the Pirates.
Effect: any current lead is equal to or less than the amount of runs surrendered by Dan Kolb or Bob Wickman.
by Kolb-Wickman Effect on Sep 11, 2010 9:42 PM EDT up reply actions
The thing is, I hate ESPN but it’s really the only sports network out there. I watch it for the highlights and news, but I hate their “analysis”…I like Tim Kurkjian though.
"Tony Gwynn made sacrifices. Cal Ripken made sacrifices. I'm not sure Derek Jeter made sacrifices given the ungodly deep pockets the Yankees have." - Chipper Jones
by MBL1 on Sep 11, 2010 9:46 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
MLB Network?
I have ATT so I lack it, but catch it when I can.
Effect: any current lead is equal to or less than the amount of runs surrendered by Dan Kolb or Bob Wickman.
by Kolb-Wickman Effect on Sep 11, 2010 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions
I've talked MLB Net up here
But they’ve really rubbed salt in my eye lately by giving Eric Byrnes so much screentime. He’s making me appreciate the relatively reserved and dignified moves of Rex Hudler.
As for ESPN, they’re pretty much a joke. I like Tim and I’m more or less okay with Olney, but for the most part, they think of baseball as something to be put up with until football season starts. Then, other than daily episodes of As The Yankees n’ Sox Turn, it’s the functional equivalent of polo as far as they’re concerned.
by Sam Jethroe on Sep 11, 2010 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions
Aaron Boone is pretty good
If Jason Heyward were to hit a home run off of you, you would have to fight the urge to thank him.
Everyone plays Mario Kart Wii, if you don't your a member of Al-Qaeda.
by bravesforever16 on Sep 11, 2010 10:16 PM EDT up reply actions
McLouth is getting hot
which is great to see since we need someone to step up at CF
by LEastCoastBears on Sep 11, 2010 9:46 PM EDT up reply actions
A.Gon is the newest member of the Braves Walkoff Club
Heyward 3 (Rockies, Reds, Nats)
Mclouth (Phillies)
Melky (Mets, Dodgers)
Glaus (Royals)
BMac (Marlins)
Infante (Marlins)
Prado (DBacks)
Conrad (Reds)
Heyward – RF
McLouth – CF
Melky – LF
Glaus – 1B
BMac – C
Prado – 2B
Gonzalez – SS
Conrad – 3B
Infante – P
Infante is versatile. He’s an All Star!!!
"Never doubt Derek Lowe's ability to win despite himself."
by EricGreggWasPaidOff on Sep 11, 2010 10:13 PM EDT up reply actions
I forget….was Ankiel’s hit against the Cubs a walk-off?
"Never doubt Derek Lowe's ability to win despite himself."
by EricGreggWasPaidOff on Sep 11, 2010 10:10 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh, that’s right. Thanks.
"Never doubt Derek Lowe's ability to win despite himself."
by EricGreggWasPaidOff on Sep 11, 2010 10:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Hanson was no slouch, either.
"Never doubt Derek Lowe's ability to win despite himself."
by EricGreggWasPaidOff on Sep 11, 2010 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions
Hanson
hasn’t been a slouch for a while. Sure a few bad starts every now and then, but for the most part he’s been great. I’m staring to think he drank the mysterious liquid at Jobu’s alter
Effect: any current lead is equal to or less than the amount of runs surrendered by Dan Kolb or Bob Wickman.
by Kolb-Wickman Effect on Sep 11, 2010 10:10 PM EDT up reply actions
mclouth for me
I pray to Jason Heyward every night
by JasonHeywardisGod on Sep 11, 2010 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions
this
we have had a black hole in center for like the whole season. If we can get anything remotely consistent from McLouth for the stretch run, this team will be tough to beat.
by romone_braves91 on Sep 11, 2010 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Gotta say McLouth
If Jason Heyward were to hit a home run off of you, you would have to fight the urge to thank him.
Everyone plays Mario Kart Wii, if you don't your a member of Al-Qaeda.
by bravesforever16 on Sep 11, 2010 10:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Kimbrel was so filthy though.
'Terrible preview...pretty weak, didn't learn anything new. pretty sad." - mastermike
by Scott Coleman on Sep 12, 2010 2:04 AM EDT up reply actions
those 2 obnoxious clapping Cards fans behind home plate can suck it.
dude’s face was priceless when Gonzo hit the walk-off. that was the best part of the night. seeing his face fall.
"It looks like The Hound of the Baskervilles out there." - Steve Stone
"...I'm reminded of Wuthering Heights." - Harry Caray
~
Swing and a drive...Belted right! Welcome to the Show!!!
by Chief Noc-A-Homa on Sep 11, 2010 11:15 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
Stars might be aligned for Sunday night's game
Hudson >> Lohse (getting Hudson back in the win column would be huge)
Cincy won again tonight on a walkoff (Cardinals might be feeling rather discouraged)
Sunday night baseball (late getaway game for the Cards and the Braves actually stay at home for another series)
We would really need to take advantage of our 10 remaining home games.
by LEastCoastBears on Sep 11, 2010 11:28 PM EDT reply actions
Was in the House
Between 3rd and LF for the big walk off. What a great ending, especially since we decided to beat the storm out no matter what at the end of 12. Hit the first bus out, got the MARTA and made it to Decatur Taco Mac then Brick Store Pub to celebrate. Tied for first, take it back tomorrow!
by CharlotteChop on Sep 11, 2010 11:53 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Take a step back and consider this
Rick Ankiel started that rally by fighting back from an 0-2 count to draw a walk.
Yeah.
but the consensus is ‘he sucks’, so….
lol
"It looks like The Hound of the Baskervilles out there." - Steve Stone
"...I'm reminded of Wuthering Heights." - Harry Caray
~
Swing and a drive...Belted right! Welcome to the Show!!!
by Chief Noc-A-Homa on Sep 12, 2010 10:17 AM EDT up reply actions
Was at the game
Standing room only folks! That’s how it needs to be from here on out! Hanson pitched great today that double by Pujols was maybe the hardest hit ball all day off him. Also BC really needs to let Venters rest! Heyward’s HR was smoked too!
Oh and
LaRussa had a valid argument about the play at 2B when Gonzo tried to fake the runner like he had the ball so he wouldn’t advance to 3B. Gonzo actually touch the runner without the ball, the runner should’ve been awarded 3B.
He wasn't going to third.
He had already stopped. He would have been out by 75 feet if he’d tried to advance. The only thing Gonzalez really got out of it was the satisfaction of being rotten, which is something Tony “Catcher’s Box” LaRussa has a virtual PhD in.
I see a lot of people bitching about how ESPN counted this team out...
But I can’t even begin to comment on how many people who comment on this blog started counting this team out over the last few days. The series against the Pirates… the beginning against the Cards… the Marlins loss… can we get on board now? For real please?
I hope everybody saw the AJC tweet of the Brooks quote…
“We won’t quite. We never will.”
The team feels this way… and as fans we need to feel this way about the team and our fandom… Let me let you in a secret… WE ARE GOING TO LOSE A FEW FOR GAMES BEFORE THE END OF THE YEAR… but it’s not going to be the end of the world. These aren’t the 2008 Braves… these are 2010 Braves… and they’re going to be there until the end, the very last at bat… and we need to be there with them.
…And yes, I’m a bit drunk right now
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by SuperNewb on Sep 12, 2010 1:17 AM EDT reply actions 2 recs
Ummm....
GO COLTS!
'Terrible preview...pretty weak, didn't learn anything new. pretty sad." - mastermike
by Scott Coleman on Sep 12, 2010 2:59 AM EDT up reply actions
boo michigan?
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go colts!
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GO BRAVES!!!
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I couldn't watch today...
and I just now saw the highlights. Alex Gonzalez killed the shit out of that baseball.
'Terrible preview...pretty weak, didn't learn anything new. pretty sad." - mastermike
Aye...
That he did. That he did…
"Never doubt Derek Lowe's ability to win despite himself."
by EricGreggWasPaidOff on Sep 12, 2010 11:35 AM EDT up reply actions
Medds was the best....
He looked like Mark McGwire’s chubby son out there jumping around after the home run, or that fat kid from the Natural.
Frenchy still finding ways to somehow get RBI’s.
The Rangers walked off when Mariano Rivera hit Frenchy with the bases loaded in the 9th!
Poets are like baseball pitchers. Both have their moments. The intervals are the tough things. ~Robert Frost
“I’ve got a little mark,” said Francoeur, rolling up the left sleeve of his beer-drenched shirt. “You can see it … maybe. Well … maybe not.”
by BeatTehMets on Sep 12, 2010 10:35 AM EDT up reply actions
That was awesome.
The look of pure joy on the knucklehead’s face as he ran to first. This Rangers team isn’t scared of the Yankees. That may not not make any difference in anything but it’s pretty clearly true.
First ever Talking Chop post
Hey guys, nice to break the seal on my TC registration with such a monumental game. Been following the Braves for more than 5 years during my night shifts in London, UK and happily gorging myself on MLB.tv now it is up and running. Made my first live game ever (the weekend series against the fish at the end of last month) and have to say its well worth the sleep deprivation during my non-shift days. Go Bravos.
Tim, the Brixton Brave.
YAY WELCOME!!!
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After today
Nats @NYM @Phi @Nats Fla Phi
11-7 Is realistic. This means we have to sweep the Mets or Nats.
Wait...
Why can’t we sweep the Marlins or the Phillies?
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I want to sweep the Phillies twice.
"Never doubt Derek Lowe's ability to win despite himself."
by EricGreggWasPaidOff on Sep 12, 2010 12:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Gonzo HR was the second longest for a Braves in Ted. 444 ft.
The longest was Heyward opening day HR.
Gonzo HR was in front of second highest attendace at Ted
Heyward HR was in front of the highest attendance at Ted this season.
So...
When we’re down 5-2 in the bottom of the ninth of the WS against the Yankees and the bases are loaded with two outs in front of the largest crowd of the year… Brooks Conrad will crush one that goes over the stands?
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Yes...
Braves before = Deepest bench in baseball (before chipper injury)
Braves now = Deepest bench in baseball (after chipper injury)
The Atlanta Braves have two AAA minor league affiliates, the Gwinnet Braves and the Kansas City Royals
by KamikaziMelon on Sep 12, 2010 12:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Not much has changed….
"Never doubt Derek Lowe's ability to win despite himself."
by EricGreggWasPaidOff on Sep 12, 2010 12:22 PM EDT up reply actions
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