Braves Beat Reds In 12 Innings On Chipper Jones Walkoff Hit
by TonyAlmeyda on May 29, 2011 12:23 AM EDT
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Atlanta's hitters jumped on Bronson Arroyo early and the Braves defeated the Reds for an epic 7-6 victory. Chipper Jones delivered the game-winning hit with two on in the 12th inning to even the series at one apiece.
The offensive outburst started in the first when Eric Hinske scored Chipper Jones with a two-out single. In the second with two on and one out, Jordan Schafer dropped down a bunt single to score Freddie Freeman. Martin Prado followed with an RBI single of his own to score Alex Gonzalez.
The Braves appeared to put the game out of reach in the third when Brian McCann and Freddie Freeman each hit solo home runs to run the score to 5-0, but Derek Lowe struggled mightily with his location. He loaded the bases with one out, a single and two walks, in the first inning, but induced a double play out of Jay Bruce. Lowe escaped another bases-loaded jam in the third, but Jay Bruce again grounded out without a run scoring.
Lowe, however, could not escape the fourth inning. Following two singles and a walk to load the bases again, Drew Stubbs smacked a bases-clearing double to right and Brandon Phillips followed with an RBI double of his own to close within 5-4. Joey Votto tied the game with a single to center. In the span of four pitches, Derek Lowe allowed five runs and left the game having completed only 3.1 innings.
Adding insult to injury was Reds reliever Jeremy Horst, making his major-league debut. Not only did Horst strike out two in his first inning of work in the fourth, he delivered a tie-breaking single in the fifth. That lead didn't last long, because Brian McCann belted his second home run of the game in the bottom of the inning off Horst.
Both bullpens kept the other offense at bay. The Reds were able to put two on base in the seventh, but were unable to score thanks to Jordan Schafer's inning-ending catch to rob Fred Lewis of a hit. They threatened again in the eighth when Scott Rolen singled with Joey Votto on base, but was thrown out at second to end the inning.
Scott Linebrink pitched two scoreless innings thanks to some defense in the 12th. Edgar Renteria singled to start the inning and with one out, Linebrink walked Chris Heisey, but induced a double play out of Drew Stubbs to end the inning.
The Braves ended the game when Schafer and Prado both walked before Chipper Jones smacked the walkoff hit.
Reds outfielder Jonny Gomes entered the game hitting .162, but delivered four hits, including a double.
The Braves try to win the series Sunday; Jurrjens against Cueto.
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#TeamSchafer
"That mvhsbball really is an insufferable schmuck." - FuquaManuel
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by Scott Coleman on May 29, 2011 12:29 AM EDT via mobile reply actions
thats
#TeamWinning
I pray to Jason Heyward every night
by JasonHeywardisGod on May 29, 2011 12:39 AM EDT up reply actions
Nice
Where are all the haters and their SSS arguments?
"Insert witty and/or funny quote here" ~ The Person Who Spoketh Said Quote.
Apparently only haters like to put SSS caveats on things?
My buddy and I just decided that the braves would be set if we could get Matt Kemp, Jose Reyes, and Albert Pujols.
by willlinn on May 17, 2011 2:13 PM EDT
Ignoring positive signs could be hatin...
like his increase in xbh before the call up.
http://sportsandgrits.blogspot.com/
So pointing out an absolutely true fact = hating?
I’m glad that Schafer has been able to contribute so far, but it is an extremely small sample size. Look at his minor league numbers this season. He’s been a good fill in, but he shouldn’t continue to start when McLouth is back (and that’s saying something). Let’s not get ahead of ourselves, anyways. In his limited time Schafer only has a .307 wOBA (compared to McLouth’s .305 mark). His defense is worlds ahead of McLouth’s (but who really isn’t) but offensively Schafer won’t be an upgrade over an extended period of time.
Please try to defend this position without referencing his wrist recovery stats...
We all know last year was wasted… The beginning of this year was shaking off rust… so… what data do you have that says Jordan Schafer doesn’t have what it takes to be our leadoff guy until he works himself out of the job? He has been the catalyst our offense needs since he’s been back.. please tell me McLouth has done the same…
Ok, I’m going to step back now and try not to sound like a jerk… Why don’t you think Schafer can do what he is currently doing? If his defense is better and he’s not being stupid on the bases… and he’s getting on them. Why wouldn’t you keep him out there? What reason other than money do you put out there for McLouth to have his job back?
Don’t worry about older women until you turn 22. It’s called the Saltalamacchia.
by bwellnjonesco on May 19, 2011 4:13 PM PDT
by Klemson Krash on May 29, 2011 1:13 PM EDT up reply actions
please tell me McLouth has done the same
Look at his numbers when he is hitting #8 this year.
Why don’t you think Schafer can do what he is currently doing?
Look at his AAA numbers this year. When was the last time he consistently played at this level?
he’s not being stupid on the bases
What does this mean?
/cough cough.... /clears throat
Ok… so when McLouth hits 8th… right before the pitcher… he’s actually doing something with the bat? What happened when he was batting 2nd? or in a position where he could set up our offense? Ok… so 8th can set up the top of the order… but you have to rely on the pitcher to a) not ground into a DP b) not suck at bunting c) umm… whatever…
AAA numbers. did I not disclaimer this? recovering from wrist surgery still… kicking rust off? Can a guy not get into a hot streak… find confidence… and actually do his job and not get told to sit on the bench when the guy he replaced could barely carry his bat to the on deck circle w/o doing something stupid w/ it? Like A-Gonzing?
To answer the last, Schafer is not making base running errors. McLouth is the best base runner of all time… got it… but if you compare any part of McLouth’s game (other than experience) what can EVERYONE say is better than Schafer… that’s right… ONLY RUNNING THE BASES…. that’s the only thing he’s been doing (for a sustained period of time) better than Schafer… If the kid ain’t screwing up there in a SSS… then well… maybe you should just let him keep playing until he doesn’t earn that right.
Why is that so hard to do… if Schafer keeps doing what he is doing, let him play until he hits a slump that allows McLouth a chance back in. Why is McLouth being a 4th OF so bad? So what, we will DFA him this summer and let him go to the Royals to complete their OF trifecta… We should play the hot bat until it’s not warranted anymore.
Don’t worry about older women until you turn 22. It’s called the Saltalamacchia.
by bwellnjonesco on May 19, 2011 4:13 PM PDT
by Klemson Krash on May 29, 2011 2:27 PM EDT up reply actions
McLouth
Is what he is. He’s an okay OF at best. At worst, he’s what he was last season.
While I agree Schafer, right now, may be comparable, he has much more upside. His style of play, thus far, has been a breathe of fresh air.
Plus, I hate Prado leading off. Bumping him down is a win as well.
Nothing against Nate, but I like Schafer more.
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by Jman781 on May 29, 2011 4:53 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
DOB:
#Braves’ Chipper ranked among National League leaders w/ .423 avg with runners in scoring position before tonight. Old man’s still clutch.
#Braves might make a roster move to bring up a reliever before Sunday’s game. I’d guess Gearrin would get call from Triple-A Gwinnett.
#Braves’ Venters, Linebrink expected rest tomorrow, and O’Flaherty wasn’t used tonight because of back tightness, might need another day.
Twitter: @TAlmeyda
Hopefully, EOF’s back will be fine in a few days. He is such a big part of our bullpen.
On that note, it’s good to see Linebrink finally giving us a bit of confidence.
by LEastCoastBears on May 29, 2011 12:54 AM EDT up reply actions
True on Linebrink
As much as we rag on him, it’s nice to see him get the job done out there. Good job out there today.
"One thing I’ve learned as a Phillies fan is that a lot of people hate our team and its fans."-commenter on The Good Phight
by Chipper Pwns on May 29, 2011 1:00 AM EDT up reply actions
No offense on Linebrink, not to rag on him more, but he let the first 2 runners on before getting a ground ball to Gonzalez. But I’m glad to see the ERA down. Linebrink’s ERA is now at 4.66, and Sherrill is pitching very well in May.
"What are you doing, putting the tying run on first base? This is baseball, not backgammon!" -Walter Matheau, The Bad News Bears
As much as we cringed early this year with Linebrink and Sherrill – they have stepped up and pitched well.
"In the happy moments, praise God. In the difficult moments, seek God. In the quiet moments, trust God. In every moment, thank God." - Robert A. Wood
by NCChopper on May 29, 2011 8:07 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
I still don't like them on principle...
Don’t worry about older women until you turn 22. It’s called the Saltalamacchia.
by bwellnjonesco on May 19, 2011 4:13 PM PDT
by Klemson Krash on May 29, 2011 10:36 AM EDT up reply actions
Sherrill sure has...
Linebrink still has some kinks to work through
http://sportsandgrits.blogspot.com/
I wonder who will be sent down?
Diory would seem to be the only one since I don’t know if we can send Wilkin down with out exposeing him to Waivers.
by UpstateNyBravesFan on May 29, 2011 11:10 AM EDT up reply actions
Nice to come back and win this one. I feel like Venters deserves about 3 days off. The last thing we need to do is wear his arm down. Also Schafer is making me quickly forget about the solid season Nate had put up thus far. As Fredi said this is a nice problem to have.
by drumzalicious on May 29, 2011 1:30 AM EDT via mobile reply actions
The guy is around a .780 OPS with a .35x OBP.
by drumzalicious on May 29, 2011 2:39 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Umm
try .673 OPS
This definitely isn’t a “nice” problem to have. If Schafer keeps hitting this way, then he’s the obvious choice. But I doubt he will.
by DreamWithinADream on May 29, 2011 4:17 AM EDT up reply actions
I left as soon as the game was over....
…so I’m not sure if it’s been mentioned yet, but apparently Fredi Gonzalez had this to say…..
“"Glad we were on the winning end of that, with McCann swinging the bat good and Chipper coming up with the big hit. Let’s not talk about it too much – I don’t remember much of the game, to tell you the truth – and let’s come out tomorrow."
I’m speechless….
Why are you speechless?
"Be polite to everyone you meet, but be prepared to kill anyone"-tc16cav
by otisnixon'sparty on May 29, 2011 2:02 AM EDT up reply actions
At my job, part of the requirement is that I remember minute details from things done many months prior. If Fredi can’t remember the one thing he is theoretically getting paid to sit and watch, I’m not quite sure why he’s getting paid an order of magnitude or two more than I am.
by Ivan the Great on May 29, 2011 9:38 AM EDT up reply actions
i wanna see
jason larue kick cueto in the head tomorrow
"Welcome to the show, Brandon Beachy. I think you’re going to stay a while." - Dave Cameron
"Don't remember much of the game"
I simply do not know how to process that. I cannot even imagine Bobby saying that or experiencing that. Maybe he was just tired and didn’t want to answer any questions.
Congrats to the whole team for hanging in there and winning this one. It is a disturbing trend of these last two games to have allowed this many runs. Glad the defense got better this game over last game. Good to see the long ball.
I think it was just him saying its a late night,lets get this over quick so we can get out of here.
Shark in the water.
by AvoidTheDolphin on May 29, 2011 1:53 AM EDT up reply actions
Or perhaps that is how he is.
Not everyone, immediately after the game, will remember all the details. I know who played well and who didn’t, and most of the general narrative. I could not describe all the key plays though. Especially this early in his first season, I question anyone who sees this as an item of substance.
"Be polite to everyone you meet, but be prepared to kill anyone"-tc16cav
by otisnixon'sparty on May 29, 2011 2:05 AM EDT up reply actions
He didn't have one of these handy..
-C
It’s rough to sit through these games and not have someone that can’t hit a Ball?
I think
just like the players he got real excited and was on cloud 9, when that is the case the details can be a little hazy. I like it, it shows he gets just as much into the game as us
People are like at least I'm not that guy on stage. That guy on stage is like at least I'm not that guy in the looney bin. The guy in the looney bin are like at least I'm an orange
Maybe he fell asleep in the dugout
It would explain a lot, especially his leaving Lowe out there as long as he did.
"Part of me wants to give him this huge hug, and part of me wants to kick him in the groin because he made it look so easy." - David Ross, commenting on McCann's two homer game.
1. I love Brian McCann
2. I love Chipper Jones
3. I really like Schafer in center. I hope he keeps the job.
4. Jonny Venters might be the first non-closing reliever to with the Cy Young. Damn.
5. Dan Uggla…come on
I’ve got Jack Johnson and Tom O’Leary waiting for ya, right here
+1
In baseball, you're supposed to sit on your ass, spit tobacco, and nod at stupid things. Perfect life might I add.
by HeywardFTW! on May 29, 2011 2:49 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
succinct, poignant and well said.
I would subscribe to your newsletter. :-)
Don’t worry about older women until you turn 22. It’s called the Saltalamacchia.
by bwellnjonesco on May 19, 2011 4:13 PM PDT
by Klemson Krash on May 29, 2011 2:50 AM EDT up reply actions
I think it's time for Uggla
to break out his McCann jammies.
Most people use statistics the way a drunk would use a lamppost—for support, and not for illumination.
www.duwanis.com
JORDAN SCHAFER SUCKS.... Can't wait for McLouth to get back...
I feel better now… Moonlighting on the Schafer has incredible talent for atlanta’s centerfield everday bandwagon has been tiring… When does McLouth get off the DL… All this infield bunt hits and being able to be a catalyst for our team is pretty terrible. I mean, we all know he’s not going to keep it up right? Alas…
I just woke up so my sarcasm button is broken and my bad joke humor is in full effect. Who wakes up at 0730 on a Sunday morning. Stupid Masters paper…
So I guess I didn’t get my Uggla Smashes… but I did get my 3 homers, that’s gotta count for something right? How did Uggla look out there? Adjustments still making a difference or is it still pitiful to watch him swing a bat… Perhaps w/ his forearms and UgglaHulk strength he should just swing a tree… Maybe it would help.
Don’t worry about older women until you turn 22. It’s called the Saltalamacchia.
by bwellnjonesco on May 19, 2011 4:13 PM PDT
In a weird way
He doesn’t look as bad as he has. Hopefully a sign of better things to come
"The Dos Equis guys want me to be the least interesting man in the world" - Drama
by BravesDawg16 on May 29, 2011 2:57 AM EDT up reply actions
try working midnights
"To all the critiques, thank you for the motivation… because it has been an edge for me and will continue to be an edge for me" - Timmy Tebow
by David G. Little on May 29, 2011 4:43 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Who else noticed
on McCann’s second bomb… 1)his hinske-esque drop bat and walk, and 2) the catcher’s “aw shit” reaction? pretty awesome haha
"Welcome to the show, Brandon Beachy. I think you’re going to stay a while." - Dave Cameron
Phillips had the mic on last night and said Heap’s 2nd homer “gave him chills”.
"In the happy moments, praise God. In the difficult moments, seek God. In the quiet moments, trust God. In every moment, thank God." - Robert A. Wood
Let's not forget to mention: Wilkin Ramirez's PH Double last night in the 6th.
.
And KUDOS to our Bullpen for pitching such great baseball for 8+ innings.
I’ll miss tonight’s game (will be visiting my parents), but hopefully we’ll finish our “To Do List” with a victory.
.
"In the happy moments, praise God. In the difficult moments, seek God. In the quiet moments, trust God. In every moment, thank God." - Robert A. Wood
shenanigans... that to do list better be filled in by midnight or i'ma be mad!
Don’t worry about older women until you turn 22. It’s called the Saltalamacchia.
by bwellnjonesco on May 19, 2011 4:13 PM PDT
by Klemson Krash on May 29, 2011 10:38 AM EDT up reply actions
I hate ESPN games
I dont understand having an 8pm game on sunday then 1pm on monday. Maybe I am just being selfish, but I dont like waiting all day to listen to the game, and to have to listen to their lousy commentators is the black licorice icing on the dog crap cake.
At first I was like
Sweet!
Then, I was like damn.
Then, I was like really damn.
Then, I was like phew.
Then, I was like Woo Hoo!
"Insert witty and/or funny quote here" ~ The Person Who Spoketh Said Quote.
OT: Going to the game tonight...
Good times.
Going to buy my first jersey ever—exciting moment after nearly 3 decades of life.
This guys disapproves: http://hardballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/04/12/former-pittsburgh-sports-anchor-john-steigerwald-blames-bryan-stow-for-his-own-beating-really/
Oh, well.
Debating between the road grey or road blue. (White’s my favorite, but I would inevitably get mustard and ketchup on it.)
Also, debating which player to get on the back. I’m leaning Chipper, but I’m open to suggestions.
"Insert witty and/or funny quote here" ~ The Person Who Spoketh Said Quote.
I’ve been eying the road blue Heyward 22 jersey myself.
I have yet tonpull the trigger, mainly because I’m still smarting over buying my Miami Dolphins Chris Chambers 84 jersey. They had just signed him to a 5-year contract…then trade him for scraps!
Yet…another reason to hate the Devil’s chief henchman on planet Earth…Nick Saban
by TBuzz on May 29, 2011 9:52 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions
I bought my first ever jersey this year too. I went for white, Chipper Jones #10.
Gotta love a guy being one of the few these days who get to play their entire career with one team.
Glad he’s on ours.
"In the happy moments, praise God. In the difficult moments, seek God. In the quiet moments, trust God. In every moment, thank God." - Robert A. Wood
I've had bad luck with buying jerseys
I’m a NYG fan and the first jersey I owned from them was a Plax one. First Grizzlies jersey I got was OJ Mayo. So I find its best to play it safe. Go with Chipper, a jersey you know will always be relevant.
It was a particularly small egg...thats why I asked.
by thenightstallion on May 29, 2011 10:42 AM EDT up reply actions
well Mayo
is still a Grizzlie… barely hahaha
"Welcome to the show, Brandon Beachy. I think you’re going to stay a while." - Dave Cameron
The next jersey I wear, I earn...
those are the only jerseys I’ve ever worn, mine.
http://sportsandgrits.blogspot.com/
I have to agree w/ this...
but the ones I wear just happen to have been made in Korea or for a softball team I’m on… God Bless the Air Force.
Don’t worry about older women until you turn 22. It’s called the Saltalamacchia.
by bwellnjonesco on May 19, 2011 4:13 PM PDT
by Klemson Krash on May 29, 2011 2:28 PM EDT up reply actions
While ideal...
The chances of me making the Braves are slim to none.
"Insert witty and/or funny quote here" ~ The Person Who Spoketh Said Quote.
Diff'rent strokes for diff'rent folks
but if I was picking a player, Prado might be my choice. Or Teheran, beat the rush and get in early. Or Venters, that’d be a good one. You could also just go with whoever has your number of choice (mine was always #3, and those baby blues from the 80s do look sharp).
http://sportsandgrits.blogspot.com/
And that article is now down...
some people really don’t deserve to have opinions.
http://sportsandgrits.blogspot.com/
you can be so evil sometimes...
and yet so poignant.
Don’t worry about older women until you turn 22. It’s called the Saltalamacchia.
by bwellnjonesco on May 19, 2011 4:13 PM PDT
by Klemson Krash on May 29, 2011 2:29 PM EDT up reply actions
Honestly...
you think he deserved to get beat within an inch of his life because he wore a jersey? It’s not my style, far from it, to wear jerseys that aren’t mine, as mentioned above. But to say he deserved it? There’s billions of people on this planet, and we don’t need to keep all of them here.
http://sportsandgrits.blogspot.com/
I complemented you...
how am I wrong here… /confused…
You are evil btw… that’s not an insult, just a fact. :-)
Don’t worry about older women until you turn 22. It’s called the Saltalamacchia.
by bwellnjonesco on May 19, 2011 4:13 PM PDT
by Klemson Krash on May 29, 2011 5:14 PM EDT up reply actions
The you in the first sentence was the Steigerwald
in jman’s original post. Sorry for the confusion. As said, I can understand thinking grown men in jerseys is unfashionable, even immature. I can agree with the unfashionable part even if I wouldn’t go as far as some do in their damnation of this modern fashion trend. It’s not my style. But to go as far as saying the guy deserved to get beaten near death and in to a coma for like a month or more? Well, all I’ll say to that is, if Stow deserved to be beaten for wearing Giants gear to a Dodger game, then Steigerwald deserves a similar beating for his comments.
http://sportsandgrits.blogspot.com/
let me put it like this...
I will wear Braves gear to a Phillies/Mets/Marlins/Nats/Yanks/whogivesaf without thinking twice. I love my team. I’d wear a Falcons jersey anywhere and I sure as HELL would wear a Clemson Jersey anywhere in the world. Of course, I have my own name/number on the back of them all… Let me get beat.
I feel horrible for Stow and his family and I wish him the speediest recovery. God bless the help he’s had.
Don’t worry about older women until you turn 22. It’s called the Saltalamacchia.
by bwellnjonesco on May 19, 2011 4:13 PM PDT
by Klemson Krash on May 29, 2011 6:45 PM EDT up reply actions
I didn’t realize Fredi sent Minor to the pen “just in case” last night, said he’d do it again today. Who would Gearrin replace if he gets called up today? EOF has a stiff back, but it doesn’t sound serious, would they give him 10 days in the minors? EOF has been pretty durn good.
What do folks think of giving Lowe a missed start after the rotation gets back to full strength? It did wonders for him last Sept. Lowe seems to be struggling a little lately. He’s not young, a breather and some time with Roger might help him like it did last year.
"Bunting's my favorite." Fredi G
Big win last night
although, I don’t remember too much about it, I’m glad we got the W. Lets go out there tonight and get it done again.
It was a particularly small egg...thats why I asked.
by thenightstallion on May 29, 2011 10:32 AM EDT reply actions
pelican?
Don’t worry about older women until you turn 22. It’s called the Saltalamacchia.
by bwellnjonesco on May 19, 2011 4:13 PM PDT
by Klemson Krash on May 29, 2011 10:40 AM EDT up reply actions
me too... i think... :-)
or sheer genius coincidence… either way… it’s a beautiful thing.
Don’t worry about older women until you turn 22. It’s called the Saltalamacchia.
by bwellnjonesco on May 19, 2011 4:13 PM PDT
by Klemson Krash on May 29, 2011 1:14 PM EDT up reply actions
DOB
says Wilkin most likely to be sent down to make room for Gearrin
"Welcome to the show, Brandon Beachy. I think you’re going to stay a while." - Dave Cameron
thats what i was hoping
but brooks cant play shortstop can he?
"Welcome to the show, Brandon Beachy. I think you’re going to stay a while." - Dave Cameron
Pastornicky
I hope he’s on the squad next year to give us some roster flexibility in the middle infield…instead of being THE ONLY major league club that carries a dedicated SS backup.
by TBuzz on May 29, 2011 3:31 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
I don't see why
he hasn’t been considered for a call up this year. he’s raking at AA, and if he can get a good taste of the majors this year he can probably be ready to take over for gonzalez after this year
"Welcome to the show, Brandon Beachy. I think you’re going to stay a while." - Dave Cameron
young padawan...
why bring him up when he will not get everyday at bats and get better?… maybe send him to AAA but I hate calling people up (a la Brandon Belt) and setting them on the MLB bench. stupid in my opinion.
Don’t worry about older women until you turn 22. It’s called the Saltalamacchia.
by bwellnjonesco on May 19, 2011 4:13 PM PDT
by Klemson Krash on May 29, 2011 5:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Um, we aren't...
they are essentially a backup IF, but since Prado is a better choice for 3B and 2B, and Hinske a better choice for LF or 1B, the only spot where they’d be 2nd on the depth chart is SS. Just cause we have better options doesn’t negate the fact they are a backup defensive IF, with Conrad being the more offensive backup IF.
http://sportsandgrits.blogspot.com/
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