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Game Thread: October 5, 2007

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New York at Cleveland, 5:07 PM (TBS)
American League Division Series (CLE 1-0)

Starting Pitchers:

Cleveland: Fasuto Carmona (215.0 IP, 3.06 ERA, 116 PRC)
New York: Andy Pettitte (215.1 IP, 4.05 ERA, 90 PRC)

The big decision here is whether to go with Kenny Lofton or Jason Michaels in the starting lineup. Left-handers (.836 OPS) actually hit better against Pettite than right-handers (.727 OPS). Lofton, though, hasn't hit Pettitte at all (.125/.200/.156, 32 AB) in his career, while Michaels is hitting .375/.400/.500 in 10 AB.

Update [2007-10-5 15:56:45 by Ryan]: Michaels is in the lineup - but in right field. Lofton's in left, and Gutierrez is on the bench.

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Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I think you start Michaels. We can bounce Pettitte in 4, and then substitute Lofton when the Yanks go to their righty-only bullpen.

by JesseAK on Oct 5, 2007 3:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I agree.  This is why we have Michaels.  Lofton can, and surely will be used in end game situations.

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 3:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I third that. I'd hate to see Wedge go with the perceived hot bat & give up on the platooning that's served us well pretty much the whole season.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 3:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
HEY HEY HEY LET'S GO TRIBE!!!
Now the Lord can make you tumble, and the Lord can make you turn, and the Lord can make you overflow... but the Lord can't make you burn

by Turkmenbashi on Oct 5, 2007 3:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
YANKEES
Damon LF
Jeter SS
Abreu RF
Rodriguez 3B
Matsui DH
Posada C
Cano 2B
Cabrera CF
Mientkiewicz 1B
Pettitte LHP

INDIANS
Sizemore CF
Cabrera 2B
Hafner DH
Martinez C
Garko 1B
Peralta SS
Lofton LF
Michaels RF
Blake 3B
Carmona RHP

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 3:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I would have gone Gutz in right and Michaels in left.  Lofton, who has faced Petitte a lot, hasn't ever done anything against him.

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 3:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Agreed. I think they want to be able to swap Michaels easily.
God truly does hate cleveland sports.

by Gradysmanldy on Oct 5, 2007 3:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Wedge, small sample size!

(PS - All three outfielders will go 4-4 and I'll look like an utter moron)

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 3:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Matsui and Posada switch places? Interesting.

by Toxicadam on Oct 5, 2007 4:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
It will be sad to see an outfield without 3 CF'ers, though...saved a few runs last night
God truly does hate cleveland sports.

by Gradysmanldy on Oct 5, 2007 3:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Funny comment, considering Michaels has 139 career games in CF, and Gutierrez has 17.

When we acquired Michaels, he had played 91 games in left, 138 in center, and 48 in right.  He and Lofton platooned in center for the 2005 Phillies.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 4:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
but you're not suggesting you prefer michaels in right defensively to gutz, are you?

by emil minty on Oct 5, 2007 4:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Im aware that J-mike played center for the Phils; I suppose I should have said 3 "good" cf'ers.
God truly does hate cleveland sports.

by Gradysmanldy on Oct 5, 2007 5:03 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Wow, no Giambi again tonight.
God truly does hate cleveland sports.

by Gradysmanldy on Oct 5, 2007 3:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I wonder why they went Michaels over Gutz? I know that in actuality Lofton is in right, but still I'd rather Gutz than Michaels.

by columbus714 on Oct 5, 2007 4:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I like starting Lofton, but not Michaels at the expense of Gutz.  Granted, with Carmona on the mound, you should have more ground balls than flys, but Michaels is .248/.292/.314 since the All-Star break.  Don't mess with a lineup that scored 12 last night.

by maledicta on Oct 5, 2007 4:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Actually, I'd like to see Gutz and JMike and sit Kenny til we get to their bullpen.  

JMike and Kenny usta platoon in Philly and that worked pretty well - don't see why it wouldn't work now.

LeBron must GO!

by mauichuck on Oct 5, 2007 4:08 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
i think you speak for everyone here.  this makes no sense

by emil minty on Oct 5, 2007 4:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Especially since the Yankees don't have any lefties in their bullpen. You have to start Gutz and Michaels. Wedge is trying to keep with the hot hand, I hope that it works, but I disagree with the move and the reasoning behind it.

by columbus714 on Oct 5, 2007 4:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
You don't know the reasoning behind it.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 4:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I'm speculating that it is because Kenny was hot. But thanks for your brilliant retort.

by columbus714 on Oct 5, 2007 4:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Maybe I didn't make myself clear start the right hand hitter JMike against the left handed Pettitte (sp?) and bring Kenny in against whoever the right hand hitting relief guy is.  

Is that the wrong use of the platoon or what?

LeBron must GO!

by mauichuck on Oct 5, 2007 4:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Oh fa!  Make that right hand throwing relief guy instead of "right hand hitting".  I'm gonna go watch the game now.  Bye!
LeBron must GO!

by mauichuck on Oct 5, 2007 4:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Here's a prediction. After Pettitte exits, a pinch-hit by Trot Nixon for Jason Michaels, and Gutz as pinch-runner / defensive replacement.

by fleerdon on Oct 5, 2007 4:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Kenny's the only guy who has faced Petitte a decent number of times (35 PAs) and he has 4 hits and 3 walks.  

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 4:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
leaving kenny in is fine.  i just don't get the micheals for gutz substitution.  defensively or offensively.

by emil minty on Oct 5, 2007 4:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I go the opposite way.  I'd be happy with a Michaels/Lofton swap.  As someone mentioned last week in a game thread, I'm happy with Gutz going out there and playing everyday even if he doesn't really do anything special on offense...just because of his defense.

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 4:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I personally like the lineup and this second guessing of Wedge is a little over the top.  He did a good job of managing the team last night save for in the first when Grady wasn't running to set the tone.  That said Grady has to get better jumps and needs to study the pitchers much better.  There will be no running game tonight with Pettite on the mound.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 4:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
not so much second guessing as trying to understand something that doesn't, at first blush, make much sense.

kenny is on fire, leaving him in left makes sense to me.  but preferring michaels to gutz in right vs pettitt confuses me.

michaels 2007 vs LHP:  287 359 441
gutz 2007 vs LHP:      330 366 553

not even close.  and the difference defensively is, in my opinion, considerable.  not that michaels is a hack--gutz is just that good.

one consideration is that micheals has been a bit hotter lately than gutz generally:

michaels sept/oct:  313 405 344
gutz sept/oct:      247 305 424

but i liked the walks and the patience last night from the gutz.  anyway, i don't get it.

by emil minty on Oct 5, 2007 4:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Trust in the Wedge.
Now the Lord can make you tumble, and the Lord can make you turn, and the Lord can make you overflow... but the Lord can't make you burn

by Turkmenbashi on Oct 5, 2007 4:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
seriously.  why not, at this point.  i just want to get it, too.

by emil minty on Oct 5, 2007 4:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
We have a one game lead, and Wedge tries to give everyone at least a small share of the figurative pie, even if they're not the most likely candidates for the literal pie.  If necessary, it's easy to swap out Michaels or Lofton later on.  If J-Mike doesn't play now, when will he?

That's all I've got.  I don't have a grasp the playoffs.  I'd rather see Gutz in, but I'm trying to get psyched about Michaels just because..

by homelytourist on Oct 5, 2007 5:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
For the record, I didn't shower. And I'm wearing the exact same outfit I did yesterday.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 4:28 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I'm gonna be honest: so am I. And yes, I am including underwear.

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 4:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
If they win today, do you take it to the next level, wear the same thing on Sunday??

by columbus714 on Oct 5, 2007 4:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
yes. Though I may wash it, it will stil be the same outfit though.

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 4:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Do you even have to ask that question?
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 4:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Ha ha, you are right, stupid question. I can't wait for this to begin.

by columbus714 on Oct 5, 2007 4:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I took vacation today and I was out running errands with the ladyfriend.  We're out and she tells me that I should really consider getting a haircut.  I go the barber and I'm sitting there trying to figure  out the last day I had a haircut, what the Indians record was since then, and the potential ramifications.  She had to keep telling me that my hair had nothing to do with the Indians winning, but as I sit here with considerably less hair than I had before, I'm still not entirely convinced...

by Fundamentals on Oct 5, 2007 4:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I really like Curtis Granderson.  I know he's a Tiger...but I think I'd be very happy to have him on my team.

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 4:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I know this might hurt some Indians fans here but I traded Sizemore for Graderson in fantasy baseball.  He is just a better hitter overall.
Playoffs! LGT resident kineisologist

by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 4:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
He was this year. Hope that's not a keeper league.
Now the Lord can make you tumble, and the Lord can make you turn, and the Lord can make you overflow... but the Lord can't make you burn

by Turkmenbashi on Oct 5, 2007 4:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
do you mean he scores more points in your league, or do you think he's a better hitter?

by emil minty on Oct 5, 2007 4:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Granderson may have had a slightly better season, but Sizemore is younger and is a more complete hitter.  We lament Sizemore's struggles against lefties (.242/.323/.393), but Granderson simply can't hit them at all (.202/.265/.366).  Plus, Sizemore walks twice as much.  I'll take Grady.

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 4:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Yeah, I think he'd be a great asset.  I've heard nothing but good things about him personally, as well.  Andy Van Slyke apparently said something to the effect of "If I had a daughter, I'd want Curtis to marry her.  That's how much I think of him as a person."
Will children still wake up early to eagerly check the sports page to see who is leading the league in holds?

by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 5:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Maybe I'm having a brain freeze, but I can't figure out how you can have a .375 BA in 10 at bats? How can you get 3.7 hits? Can someone explain what I'm missing?

by UndeniableMagistrate on Oct 5, 2007 4:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Yahoo batter vs pitcher says he's 3 for 8 for .375.

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 4:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
HEY, HEY HEY LETS GO TRIBE
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 4:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
i'm going with wedge at this point, even if i don't get it either.

look, i hated the the raffy-l, jensen, raffly-r decisions last night until i thought about it a bit more this morning.  

if carmona is a horse tonight, wedge made the perfect call: he nailed down game one, gave the three their first post-season experience with almost no pressure (where they dominated), and will not need them until sunday.

if carmona stumbles, we've got mastny (who i think has a pretty good era against the yanks this year) to go 2 or 3 and still can use raffy-l and lewis (raffy-l can go two days in a row and lewis threw like 8 pitches last night).  yes, this means we'd be depending on mastny, but at a certain point that's exactly the type of thing that turns out well for teams that go all the way.

yes...i'm getting a bit off-topic.  but i'm nervous as hell.  so forgive me.

anyhow, i guess the point is this: everyone hated hargrove for going by the book.  wedge ain't doing that, but isn't that what separates the competent managers from the ones who can influence the outcome of a game? isn't that exactly the type of manager we're looking for?

Nelson. Algren. Lives.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 5, 2007 4:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I didn't fault Wedge one second. He's got off-days up the wazoo. The Yankees are a couple of crooked numbers waiting to happen. That game needed won.

by fleerdon on Oct 5, 2007 4:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Which implies that Mastny couldn't have held a 9 run lead...right?

by Thommy on Oct 5, 2007 4:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I may have to go run up and down flights of stairs, I'm too amped up.

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 4:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I just had a great work out before the game and I am chill but once the game starts I will be again yelling and screaming at the TV like a wild man.
Playoffs! LGT resident kineisologist

by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 5:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Sorry to be late to the party, but what's the consensus on Wedge's bullpen use last night?  Was everybody as confused/peeved by it as I was?

by Thommy on Oct 5, 2007 4:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
i was confused, but i think he just wanted to give them some work after the days off and dispel the jitters.  not like they can't be used tonight.

by emil minty on Oct 5, 2007 4:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
SLAM THE DAMN DOOR. SHOW NO MERCY. THE DAMN YANKEES DESERVE IT.

Plus, Lewis threw all of 8 pitches. Betancourt not much more. Off day Saturday. Don't be peeved. Be inspired by the ruthlessness.

Turf Toe -- Sports skewered weakly (and weekly.)

by emd2k3 on Oct 5, 2007 4:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
and now, how many days has it been since joba and mariano pitched?

by emil minty on Oct 5, 2007 5:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Initially confused, but then realized it's brilliant. Off-days mean everyone can pitch every night. No problems.

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 5:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I can see that - but why Perez 2 IP?  One if he was up and ready, fine...but the second I can't justify.

by Thommy on Oct 5, 2007 5:03 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Two things:

#1- I think it is very cool that STO doesn't broadcast during the playoff games...

#2- My TBS just went black screen... They need to fix this very soon or I will lose what is left of my mind...

by Fundamentals on Oct 5, 2007 5:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Hmm... we appear to be experiencing technical difficulties down here in Atlanta?

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 5:04 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Anyone notice how we apparently can only win with the ghost of '95? It's like Lofton is the only guy who produced on all these recaps.

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 5:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
3-17 at Yankee stadium?  Holy crap, dude.  Yeah, yeah, regular season, multiple years, but still... dude.  Gotta win today.

by maledicta on Oct 5, 2007 5:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Man, that blimp shot actually makes me miss Cleveland a little bit.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 5:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
The crass announcer are back at it again early.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 5:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I love how everyone's breaking out the stat that the Yankees have all these wins after losing game 1. What a joke, just come out & say that you really really want the Yankees to win.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 5:07 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
OMG A-ROD HAS NO HITS YET WHAT A CHOKER

by maledicta on Oct 5, 2007 5:08 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Yankee Yankee Yankeee blah blah blah please just get to it.
God truly does hate cleveland sports.

by Gradysmanldy on Oct 5, 2007 5:08 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
No matter what happens, this first AB is guaranteed to be more successful than last night's.  

by maledicta on Oct 5, 2007 5:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
uh oh, better appeal, that looked like a HR to me.

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 5:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Craig Sager is helping out the cause by wearing an absolutely hideous outfit, just like he did last night.

by Thommy on Oct 5, 2007 5:12 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
he always wears one, this one is nothing compared to what he wears in the NBA playoffs

by 7foot3 on Oct 5, 2007 5:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
eat a dick Jeter...TBS already making excuses.  fuck your knee

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 5:12 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Yeah, I'm eagerly anticipating the excuses already. Jeter's knee, Mxylpk's ankle, Giambi's lack of steroids. Whatever.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 5:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Carmona looks fucking filthy out there. Wow. I have to say, I was a little worried he'd be overthrowing & getting things up (a la Wang), but man. I love that kid.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 5:14 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
1-2-3

Please TBS, stop these Frank TV commercials they are ridiculous at this point.

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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 5:14 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Crack open an icy cold Carmona.  1st of many.

by maledicta on Oct 5, 2007 5:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Is Fausto...
the pitching version of the younger Manny?

All year he has just seemed completely unflappable, completely unfazed, and completely in control of what he does and how to do it.

Nelson. Algren. Lives.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 5, 2007 5:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Nice first innings by Fasuto. Got my 3 sons sitting watching with me, all excited about the Tribe.

by new zealand tribe fan on Oct 5, 2007 5:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I <3 Fausto.  So very very much.
Will children still wake up early to eagerly check the sports page to see who is leading the league in holds?

by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 5:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I had a lot more confidence in Carmona coming into the series than I did in CC, quite frankly.  I expect Fausto to be disgusting

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 5:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I'll see your Jeter, and raise you a Grady

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 5:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
give Jeter a break he has a bum knee!!!

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 5:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Our hitters look locked in right now. How much would I love it if we put up some more crooked numbers tonight? Lots.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 5:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Those our the normal players, not lefties put in especially against Pettite, moron.

by Fundamentals on Oct 5, 2007 5:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
LET'S GO TRIBE!!!
Now the Lord can make you tumble, and the Lord can make you turn, and the Lord can make you overflow... but the Lord can't make you burn

by Turkmenbashi on Oct 5, 2007 5:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Leadoff single thats my boy.
Playoffs! LGT resident kineisologist

by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 5:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Uh oh, here comes Caray with his "the Indians need to bring the running game" bullshit. They hit 4 homers last night, fucko. I think they're perfectly fine without stealing too many bases.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 5:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Damnit, Astrocab. You better hit a tater next time up.

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 5:19 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Ok, can we not hit into first inning double plays.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 5:19 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Dangit Caberea. THat's a bad two for two.

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 5:19 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
so, when Grady's stands on the 9...is he 9 feet off the base then?  what the hell is that thing supposed to say?

same start as last night.  i'd be ok if tonight went the same way.

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 5:20 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
9 feet is the average lead of major leaguers.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 5:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I think the whole length of that bar is 9'.. but they haven't explained it too well. It's one of those things that nobody gives a shit about but they're going to keep showing cause they think it's nifty.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 5:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I'll go with a repeat of Droob's first inning DP if we get a repeat of everything else from last night as well.
Will children still wake up early to eagerly check the sports page to see who is leading the league in holds?

by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 5:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Hitting-wise of course.
Will children still wake up early to eagerly check the sports page to see who is leading the league in holds?

by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 5:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Ok that was not awesome. I demand more home runs.

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 5:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Holy shit. After last night, they STILL brought out that Carmona has no postseason experience.

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 5:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Carmona was not really a "pick-up" by the Indians. That's not how I use the word "pick-up" in sports.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 5:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Does Baseball-Reference have Carmona's Dip/Non-Dip splits? Seem like whenever he's got that horseshoe in he gets an extra couple of mph on the ol' heater.

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 5:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Tony Gwynn should stop saying "cookie." It sounds sort of gross.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 5:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Is Jorge arguing balls and strikes with the ump?

by Seattle Tribe Fan on Oct 5, 2007 5:29 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Gwynn saying Yakees are taking good hacks? They look pretty meak to me.

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 5:29 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
What is Gwynn talking about?  Good hacks tonight already?  What!?

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 5:29 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I love seeing Posada bitching about the strike zone. See if Pettitte gets any calls.
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 5:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
the strike zone is already gargantuan tonight.

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 5:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
That's very Fausto-esque right there. Sweeeeeet.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 5:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
better numbers across the board for the chach who just GIDP.  get off the Yankee nuts, TBS.

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 5:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
So, and this is just a general question, how many highlight reels, comparison graphs or performance charts do you think the TBS crew made for the Indians total?

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 5:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I'm not sure how many, but I'm guessing 50% of them are related to pie

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 5:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I'm definitely thinking... not many.

Bruce Drennan said last night that he liked this announcing team, that they were fair and didn't focus on the Yankees more than the Indians.

Bruce Drennan obviously didn't listen to them.

Will children still wake up early to eagerly check the sports page to see who is leading the league in holds?

by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 5:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
We've got to see some pitches.

Fucking Queen Latifah? Really?

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 5:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
She's actually pretty cool - I don't love her music but she's a pretty savvy businesswoman.

by Seattle Tribe Fan on Oct 5, 2007 5:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I just meant because she's from, I believe, New York.

WHERE'S DREW CAREY?

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 5:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
i'm anxious to hear Queen's analysis of this series

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 5:36 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Because they don't want to learn about the Indians. And another f***ing Yankees fan.

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 5:36 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Queen Latifah calling Lebron disrespectful and touting breast cancer awareness month. Well played.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 5:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Best comment of the series so far from the TBS guys:  "We had the king last nite, the queen tonite, and Craig Sager looks like he got that outfit from Prince."

by FaustosSinkingFastball on Oct 5, 2007 5:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Why are we green lighting on 3-0 counts.

Ugh.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 5:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
3-0 Tapper, ok Garko is done swinging 3-0 this year.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 5:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
"Let's go Tribe" chant at the Jake. Love it.

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 5:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Does Queen Latifa have a CLE connection?

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 5:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Can we please tag "big game" Petite already?

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 5:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Gah, it's the second inning and Im already thoroughly fed up with Tony Gwynn and crew.
God truly does hate cleveland sports.

by Gradysmanldy on Oct 5, 2007 5:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Yeah, we stole their signs last night. That's why we plastered the Yankees.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 5:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Apparently they frequently call the "fat pitch" sign, which is why we kicked their asses last night.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 5:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
If the Indians were stealing signs... that would be awesome.

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 5:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
And now we're allegedly stealing signs.

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 5:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Random Brendly accusation of cheating by the Indians. I hate him more by the minute.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 5:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
That was an extremely stabilizing walk.

Hit a bomb, Kenny!

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 5:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I think Kenny Lofton is a lot of people's favorite Indian

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 5:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Which is kind of sad, but nice, but sad.

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 5:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Paranoid about us stealing signs? The great Joe Nossek doesn't coach for us anymore!
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 5:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Who cares, when he gives us some credit and stops sucking off the Yankees, I might spell his name right.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 5:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I would say that 32 ABs at .125 is statistically significant.

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 5:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
So, I think Jhonny's gonna have a big post-season. I love his at bats right now.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 5:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
HAHAHHAHA JHONNY STOLE SECOND
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 5:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
You sure he wasn't aiming for Pettitte w/ the bat, Tony?

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 5:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
JP stole a base, Ok we are never going to lose now.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 5:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
HOLY CRAP! The fattest, slowest SS in MLB just stole a base! Way to go Jhonny!

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 5:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
An amazing steal by Peralta? Whaaaaaaa?

It's the Twilight Zone, and I like it.

:-D

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 5:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
OH MAN GOOD HUSTLE THOUGH BABY
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 5:45 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Ok.  That was all really nice till he got sent around 3rd.  What were they thinking?

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 5:45 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Oh, that's Matsui in CF? I thought it was Damon.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 5:45 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Ok, Skinner. Listen. How many times are you going to get a guy thrown out by 10'.

These guys are slow:
Garko
Peralta
Hafner
Martinez

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 5:45 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
With two out I don't like it with Cabrera's arm.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 5:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Jhonny must have something against letting Kenny Lofton singles mean something.

by FaustosSinkingFastball on Oct 5, 2007 5:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Well I would say something about not agreeing with Skinner sending a slow runner there, but someone would just yell "you'd complain if they DIDN'T send him!" at me.
Will children still wake up early to eagerly check the sports page to see who is leading the league in holds?

by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 5:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
K-Love still cooking, though.  Pettitte is very stable.

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 5:47 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Skinner's got some issues, but I don't hate that call -- you make him make the perfect throw, which he unfortunately did.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 5:47 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
If the ball is two steps to Posada's right then Peralta is safe and we have a lead. I'll go ahead and say "eh, not the worst thing ever"

by Justin Higgins on Oct 5, 2007 5:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I think Peralta thought he got faster today, too.  He did steal a base.

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 5:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I wish Fausto was uber locked in as opposed to just sort of locked in.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 5:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Drrrrrrrrrrrrrrrooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooob

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 5:50 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Uh, I think he was safe.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 5:50 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Anyone catch on the replay whether or not Skinner actually gave Peralta a signal?

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 5:50 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
He's the third base coach, he doesn't "not give a signal"

by Justin Higgins on Oct 5, 2007 5:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Melky Cabrera is the Yankees energizer bunny? The guy is fatter  than Frank Caliendo.

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 5:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Melky Cabrera ... huh.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 5:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I don't like the TBS announcers calling all the pitches before he pitches.

by Justin Higgins on Oct 5, 2007 5:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Ok, now our offense is going to come alive.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 5:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
6 hits for NY in two games....3 HR!!!!
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 5:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Fuck. See I'm supposed to be at home with my Tribe hat on watching the game on TV-not gamecast....Fucking early starts
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 5, 2007 5:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I think Fausto's doing fine. 1 run in 3 innings and with no real threats is hardly struggling. Let's just hit something.

by Justin Higgins on Oct 5, 2007 5:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
He just made a bad pitch but his command is good and he is in control.  Not to worry unless our offense dies.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 5:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Yanks on pace to score 3 like last night.

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 5:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Right before they went to commercial, they showed Fausto nodding his head after the home run pitch, looking like "All right, who the fuck cares about that, you ain't getting shit more" with a little grin on his face.

I love him.

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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 5:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Just got to get that one back.  They send one of ours to the bullpen, we send two of theirs to the mezzanine.

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 5:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
What is this pitch he's throwing like 94 mph with horizontal break, is that his slider?

by FaustosSinkingFastball on Oct 5, 2007 5:57 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
That would be a ridiculously fast slider. It's probably his 2 seamer with a little tilt on it.

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 5:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Funny you should ask, Faustosinkingfastball, that's Fausto's sinking fastball.

BP has Fausto's pitch chart (free content)

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 6:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Hey guys ... small request here from your moderators.

I hate the Yankees tilt to the announcers, too.

Go ahead and bitch about it.

Be profane, too.

But let's stop short of actually describing the sex act the media members are performing on the Yankees.

Because that kind of comment is always going to leave a bad taste.

So to speak.

Thank you.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 5:58 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
OK, let's get that one back, and a few more.

While we're at commercial (I broke down and paid for MLB Audio), interesting blurb at BP in regards to what Fausto's been throwing.

http://www.baseballprospectus.com/unfiltered/?p=577

Oops, commercial's over.

by ManchildinBeantown on Oct 5, 2007 5:58 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Wow, interest read. So, Fausto's sinker has 2x as much movement as the next guy's. Awesome.

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 6:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Wedge is genius starting Michaels and Lofton. 2-2
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 5:59 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Could Michaels have done that in the 2nd if Peralta hadn't run out of the inning?

by palcal on Oct 5, 2007 6:00 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
What's this productive out shit?  What are we, the goddam Angels now?

I demand a three-run homer!

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 6:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Shouldn't Brenly be praising the small ball?

by jjfoosk on Oct 5, 2007 6:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Well, that's cool, too, I guess. C'mon Grady.

by ManchildinBeantown on Oct 5, 2007 6:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Grady, just freaking sac. Frustrating.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:02 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Stay clutch, Astrocab!
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 5, 2007 6:03 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
man, he's throwing some real meatballs. Only a matter of time.

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 6:03 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Can't get the ball ou tof the infield? What the hell did Michaels do, then?

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 6:03 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Quick scouting report on Doug Mientkiewicz.

Had a 789 OPS this year.

So you gotta figure he's juicing.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 6:03 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Pitch count high, no? Pettite can't throw 100 anymore can he?
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 5, 2007 6:04 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Averaged 99.2 per start this season.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 6:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Are you pressing, Andrew?
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Maybe.

I'm actually writing a sketch about 18th century correspondence over email with my sketch partner right now, so I can't be pressing that much.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Yo también.
Will children still wake up early to eagerly check the sports page to see who is leading the league in holds?

by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 6:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Quick question:  Does anybody know when Frank TV starts on TBS?  I haven't seen a single ad for it, but heard about it on the radio and I want to make sure that I don't miss it... I really wish TBS would show an ad or two for it...

by Fundamentals on Oct 5, 2007 6:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
B/w Frank TV and House of Payne, TBS is turning into the Taj Mahal of horrible atrocious comedy

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 6:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
De Niro is not one of his better ones.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 6:07 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Should I be drinking?
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:07 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I am.
God truly does hate cleveland sports.

by Gradysmanldy on Oct 5, 2007 6:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Is it wrong to drink red wine while watching baseball?
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 5, 2007 6:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Whatever works.
Will children still wake up early to eagerly check the sports page to see who is leading the league in holds?

by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 6:16 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
AROD ≠ Playoffs MVP
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 6:16 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
What's the Fausto-A-Rod head to head now? I feel like I've seen Fausto strike him out 3 or 4 times.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:13 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I am really enjoying Fausto's location on that changeup.

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 6:14 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
THERE YA GO FAUSTO BABY
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:14 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
What is this nonsense about Jeter scoring from first on what would have been a single?

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 6:14 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I too am a bit confused but I think they mean Jeter would've gotten to third and maybe A-Rod could've changed his approach for a sac?

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Seriously, Fausto's amazing.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Here's a combo you don't see everyday: PBR and Crab and Corn Chowder.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
It's as if you don't even have to throw up...

Actually, I'm a big PBR fan.

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 6:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Pronk ... dun dun dun ...
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Pettie can be had today we just have to string some hits together.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 6:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Ok, so our f-ing HITTING COACH is getting interviewed and THEY STILL ask him about the Yankees! C'mon!

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 6:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I'm liking what I'm seeing of Pronk so far in this series.

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 6:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I just put my AL Central Division Champs hat on.  It still has the stickers on it, so I can let my inner Fausto shine.
Will children still wake up early to eagerly check the sports page to see who is leading the league in holds?

by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 6:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
What are the pitch counts for Petite and Carmona?

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 6:19 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Pettitte 43, Carmona 54.
Will children still wake up early to eagerly check the sports page to see who is leading the league in holds?

by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 6:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Hitters count Victor.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:20 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Wait, now I have Petite at 50. Why do we all have different numbers???

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
because the boxscores people are getting them from only update the pitch counts every half inning. at least the yahoo one does

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 6:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
mlb.com updates realtime.  Pettitte is at 51 after V-mart's AB

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 6:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Uhhh. I was kidding guys. Because I kept just updating after every pitch.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Good base running by Hafner!
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 6:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
No lead runner Cano? Hahahaha.

Tricky Hafner. I like his "sneaking around" run.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
What is with this piddly groundball bullshit. Wait, Jhonny's got us here.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
we better score 12 runs here soon otherwise I'm going to hear about the Pettitte mystique all weekend.

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 6:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: The truth hurts
I have a hunch this post might not be around long.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: The truth hurts
hahaha. What was the gist of it?

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 6:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Petitte getting a call there ...
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Did he just say, "the great Posada blocks that"?

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 6:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Next he'll pull a rabbit out of his hat.

by jjfoosk on Oct 5, 2007 6:28 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Petite's pitching pretty well tonight.  I think he's getting lucky on some of his breaking stuff, but in part because he's changing speeds very well.

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 6:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I'm not real worried about it. He looks pretty hittable and as long as we can get him out of there with the game tied (at the least), the Indians will eat well on that bullpen again.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
haven't you heard? If it's Joba or Mariano the game is over.

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 6:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
We need to kick start the "O" soon!
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 6:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
We gotta get to Petite in the next innings.  I don't wanna deal with Joba.
spinske

by spinske on Oct 5, 2007 6:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Fuck Joba. I'm not afraid.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Joba is a game changer waiting to happen.  That is he will blow this game.  He has been to good for to long and he is a head hunter.  Can't wait till Victor, Hafner or Blake takes him deep.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 6:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Let's strike The Great Jorge Posada out here, Fausto.
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by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 6:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Ah shit leadoff walk, fuck. GIDP.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:34 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Strikes baby, strikes.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Nice!!!!
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 6:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
How in the hell does he do that??!?

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Pettie is getting by but Carmona is dominating.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 6:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I know the game ain't over yet, but has this game convinced anyone that this season, and right now in particular, Carmona is our best pitcher?

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 6:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I'm with you...And it will make CC's exit that much easier.
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 5, 2007 6:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Don't say that. If we found money to sign Travis we should find money to keep C.C.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 6:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Yea, I am convinced.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 6:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
OK, I gotta stop making generic posts when I'm running behind everyone else.

by ManchildinBeantown on Oct 5, 2007 6:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Yankees ain't scoring again.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Awesome. 67 pitches through 5. He should be good for 7. No lil' Raffy needed.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
It would be kinda cool to see Fausto throw a complete playoff game, but I'm not holding my breath.
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by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 6:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
odds that Kenny lays down a bunt or atleast attempts to here?

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 6:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
10-1
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 6:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Carmona's going 9. Let's hope it's in a W.

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 6:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Just cracked a 312, Chicago's wheaty microbrew.

Time to go, Tribe.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Okay, Kenny rocks just about as much as Cleveland.

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 6:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
So, Lofton was right the call.

He is pumped up something fierce, I guess.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
KLove bringing it!
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by mjmarble on Oct 5, 2007 6:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Can I say how much I love LOFTON!!!!! <3
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 6:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Retire Kenny's number.
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 5, 2007 6:42 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
This is the inning. You know it.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:42 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Make Fausto a winner-NOW!
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 5, 2007 6:42 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
BALK

everyone of those is a balk.  i don't know how pettitte has gotten a pass on that rule.

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 6:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
The rule of you get to do that 'cause it's not against the rules?

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 6:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Okay. Describe exactly what he's doing that's against the rules.

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 6:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
first, his right foot crosses the plane of his left leg

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 6:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
it's like iverson palming in hoops.  the officials just let him do it after this much time

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 6:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Sigh. He got the job done. But man J-Mike is due for a huge day.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Well, at least he bunted well.

Should've let him hit.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Good Bunt.

Chip now can be happy.

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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 6:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Okay, I'm just gonna say now, even if this leads to a run, that bunt was stupid.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 6:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
We gotta score here.  You only get so many chances
spinske

by spinske on Oct 5, 2007 6:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Casey in the clutch, come on!!!!!!!!!!!!
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 5, 2007 6:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I think Wedge was looking for another reason to look smart, because Gutz can't bunt, right?

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:45 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Man, another reason to hate that bunt, it takes no pitches.

I hate bunting.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:47 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
If Kenny could only knock himself in
spinske

by spinske on Oct 5, 2007 6:47 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
It's fun to watch Kenny screw with him.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:47 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
That was kind of a weak fake tag, though. But great job by Kenny.

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 6:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Good old Kenny, driving the pitcher nuts.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 6:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Damn, Casey, got under it.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
And a flyout would have been better how?

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 6:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Just let him hit. Don't give them an out.

Do I have to explain this or are you just feeling like arguing?

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
LOBlake sighting?
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by mjmarble on Oct 5, 2007 6:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
About 7/10 of the time. So, yes and no.

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 6:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
We could sure use a hit here Grady....
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 6:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Time for Grady to make his name nationally known.  I call a HOME RUN to Right Field.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 6:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
time for Grady to show he can do what Melky can do

by palcal on Oct 5, 2007 6:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
How many ABs do these Indians have against Petite? I call bullshit on this HR stat.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Eventually he going to give up a Home Run, even Johan Santana gives up Home Runs.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 6:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Jesus Grady don't chase that shit.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
This is fucking retarded.

We are not the goddamn Angels, Wedge.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Tell him not to get his ass picked off.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
So if the players aren't perfect, it's Wedge's fault?

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 6:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Why are you so argumentative?

It's a game thread. In the playoffs. Can I be pissed for the 10 seconds after a guy gets picked off from second, or do I have to be subjected to the socratic method for every thing I say that you think is "incorrect"?

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
MOTHERFUCKER! how can we let this jerkoff off the hook!

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 6:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
How the hell does Pettitte do that?
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 6:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Grady can get his homer in the 6th, just 1 RBI instead of 2.

by palcal on Oct 5, 2007 6:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
His Robin Williams looks so little like Robin Williams it's useless.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Please...no more Jack Nicholson impersonations.  That one's brutal.

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 6:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Guys, seriously, chill. We're fine.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Hammy points out Indians have scored 0 or 1 runs for Carmona 7 times this year; he lost 6 and won 1 when he pitched a shutout.

by palcal on Oct 5, 2007 6:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Great inning by Fausto. HEY LOOK IT'S A FUCKING SQUIRELL HOW INCREDIBLE
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:58 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
5 hits for the Tribe, 2 for the Yanks.  This game is there for the plucking.

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 6:58 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Guys, we're getting testy on here. We're fine. We're going to win. Let's not freak out.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 6:59 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Curtis Granderson looks like BJ Armstrong/Jason Williams (Duke).

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 6:59 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Oh thanks Cal, an ARod update. I was wondering what was wrong with him.

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 7:00 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Well, Cal popped up when he was pressing, so A-Rod is popping up, so he must be pressing.

Cuz, ya know, that makes sense.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 7:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Sorry, guys, stepped away for a moment.

The Lofton pickoff, I didn't mind it.  I mean, it's annoying, but you've got Sizemore on a 1-2 count against a lefty -- this was no great loss.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 7:00 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Let's crank it up here.  Pettitte's been ready for a toppling for about 3 innings.

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 7:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
GRADY'S THE FUCKING SHIT
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
No Home Run but I will take the Triple.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Lofton = genius.

You don't do that on a 1-2 count.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 7:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
GRADY!!!
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by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 7:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Grady was not even tired standing on third.

Please stop acting like the Indians are the MLB poster team for "Speed", Chip. We know you like speed. We get it.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 7:02 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Bill Bavasi has a moment of peace.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 7:02 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Ok, calm down. Just hit a sac fly.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:03 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
He was going 3 the whole time.  I've got the g-friend's "Mrs. Sizemore" jersey back on.

WTF DRUB?

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 7:03 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I'm calling it ... out of the park.  Death to the stupid HR factoid.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 7:03 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Do the Yankee's seriously think Pronk is going to hit a nubber somewhere?  Seriously?
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by mjmarble on Oct 5, 2007 7:04 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Yankees have left only 1 on and Indians 3.  5 runners have been eliminated on the basepaths (3DPs, CS, OA).

by palcal on Oct 5, 2007 7:04 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
GET THIS FUCKING RUN HOME PRONK
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:04 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Hafner pissed at himself.  0-2 for no good reason.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 7:04 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
C'mon Pronk - take it to 'em!
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by mjmarble on Oct 5, 2007 7:04 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Do not make the Pronk Angry!
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by mjmarble on Oct 5, 2007 7:04 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
How close is the 3B to Grady?
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I just the singles don't count as fly balls.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
is grady going to have to steal home to get this done?

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 7:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
FUCK FUCK FUCK GOD DAMMIT
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:05 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
ARod playing back now, I imagine.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Victor is one letter from Victory he is going YARD!
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Pronk is ANGRY....

The announcers are right, Pronk didn't have a good swing that entire AB.

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by mjmarble on Oct 5, 2007 7:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Disagree with Brenly.  First and third swings were good, he just guessed wrong.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 7:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
C'mon VMART!!!
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by mjmarble on Oct 5, 2007 7:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
SIZEMORE HAS TO STEAL HOME
spinske

by spinske on Oct 5, 2007 7:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
GIVE ME A FUCKING BREAK ON THAT 0-1 PITCH
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:07 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
What ever!
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:07 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
They're pressing - Wedge needs to calm the troops down.

by jjfoosk on Oct 5, 2007 7:07 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I am going to puke.

Fuck you, Andy.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 7:07 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
And fuck Clemens. Seriously, fuck fuck fuck Clemens.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 7:08 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Indians have had 7 baserunners and nothing to show for it.

by palcal on Oct 5, 2007 7:08 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Boy, that really sucked, but it is a true tip-the-cap situation.  We didn't give it away, Pettitte took it.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 7:08 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I'm pretty sure Droob gave his AB away.

by Kos @ Let's Go Tribe! on Oct 5, 2007 7:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
No sarc, although I agree with Kos on Astro.  Pettitte had great movement and hit his spots.  He got two very tough hitters out when he needed it.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 7:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
thinking of drooble myself, and that last swing by hafner was pretty weak.

by emil minty on Oct 5, 2007 7:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Are you kidding me? WTF?

by Kos @ Let's Go Tribe! on Oct 5, 2007 7:08 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
ARRRRGHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Fuck this - I'm going to have a cig.  

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by mjmarble on Oct 5, 2007 7:08 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
hey guys what did I miss?

by mkwng @ Let's Go Tribe! on Oct 5, 2007 7:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
indians line-up buying the fucking hype

by emil minty on Oct 5, 2007 7:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Anger leads to the dark side

by mkwng @ Let's Go Tribe! on Oct 5, 2007 7:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
We have three more innings people.  Fausto is in his groove.  I think we'll be ok.
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by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 7:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
i'm telling ya: it's in carmona's hands.

we may lose, but we aren't losing 1-0.  

he holds, we win.  he doesn't, we don't.

Nelson. Algren. Lives.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 5, 2007 7:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Darn it!
Our inexperience didn't help there - Cabrera jumped on a pitch he shouldn't have gone for, Pronk is struggling (again,) and Victor probably didn't go for the best pitch in that AB either (the one he let go by.)

Darn it - to be down by one run on a pitch that I don't know how Cabrera kept fair.  Our execution and fundamentals need to be better.

Come on Indians - don't lose 1-0.  Find a way to score and win this ballgame!

Go Tribe! :-)

by indiansfan on Oct 5, 2007 7:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Darn it!
Pronk is struggling?  He struck out against a good lefty.  Failed to check one of his swings, but other than that, his eye was fine.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 7:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

No offense, but there was NO reason to go
after that pitch he didn't check on, as it was above his head, and I agree that he really didn't have good swings in that AB.

You can give some of the credit in that AB to Pettitte, but it also looked like Pronk's swing was a bit long to me, that he didn't shorten up like he probably should have.  In fact, a lot of the swings tonight look to be long - that's why we haven't made solid contact against a guy who only hits the low-90s - his ball has some late movement, yes, but we don't have the short, quick strokes we had last night, outside of Lofton and Michaels' hits.

Plus, I believe Pronk has only had 1 hit in 2 games so far, the HR he got on the meatball from Wang, so I wouldn't say he's hot or has had great ABs either, no offense.  I think we'll expecting a bit more out of Pronk than we've gotten so far.

Just my 2 cents.  :-)

Go Tribe! :-)

by indiansfan on Oct 5, 2007 7:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Stay Calm all you need is one bad pitch.  Carmona is going to continue to finish them off.  We are ok, some one you don't expect is going to help us out.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
garko-peralta-lofton.

garko gets on, lofton brings'em home.

by emil minty on Oct 5, 2007 7:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
That was weird.

by Kos @ Let's Go Tribe! on Oct 5, 2007 7:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
HAHAHAHAHAHA, did you see what Abreu did to his bat? That shit is funny ... oh, error, bad.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:12 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Is he ever?
Will children still wake up early to eagerly check the sports page to see who is leading the league in holds?

by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 7:16 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I never thought I would say this, were is Barfield.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:12 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Droobs playing like a rookie now.
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 7:12 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
boooooooooooooo

by mkwng @ Let's Go Tribe! on Oct 5, 2007 7:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I wish Tony Gwynn would shut the hell up.
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by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 7:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Comparing Carmona to Wright, just awful.  I hate chip now.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Stop throwing to first!
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 7:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
um, i don't want to alarm anybody, but i think the early-august indians have kidnapped the late-september indians and are now playing their places.

please, someone, alert the authorities!

Nelson. Algren. Lives.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 5, 2007 7:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Relax we just need one run we will get it, trust me.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:16 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
i know.

it was just the first time i've ever thought of an even remotely pithy (and i mean remotely pithy) comment for lgt, so i couldn't resist.

Nelson. Algren. Lives.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 5, 2007 7:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Nelson Algren?

Man we've got a weird crowd.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 7:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
i was wondering if anyone was even going to know him.  you must be a 312 local, eh?
Nelson. Algren. Lives.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 5, 2007 7:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I live in Chicago now (I'm drinking a 312 right now!) but I grew up in the South.

I mean, c'mon, he slept with Simone de Beauvoir-how could I not know him?

I dunno. I read a lot and such.  

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 7:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
the reason i went with it is simple: if algren was alive today, he'd be on this board.  

well, if he was alive today and no longer a white sox fan....

Nelson. Algren. Lives.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 5, 2007 7:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I think Fausto has ARod's number.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Asdrubal will get it together.

I've been looking forward to Carmona vs. A-Rod all week.  It's been everything I hoped for.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 7:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Maybe a thread jump to part II would help??
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Man, Hammy and Hegan are pressing I think.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
No.

A-Rod = MVP.

Carmona is just that good.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 7:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Garko should have taken Matsui out as he came down the line.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 7:19 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Bring back OMAR!
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:19 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
awesome

Glad we didn't get that DP, would have missed that.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 7:20 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Thank god for Grady.
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by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 7:20 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
85 for Carmona, 80 for Pettitte.

I love Grady Sizemore.  I don't know how else to say it.

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 7:20 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
OMG...Grady missed that and we are in a two run hole with a runner on third. What a catch!
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 7:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Was there any doubt that Grady would get that?  Momentum shift, I can feel it...

by jjfoosk on Oct 5, 2007 7:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Quick game.  Thank God that after we win (Victor GWRBI off Joba/Rivera) they won't have to preempt Law and Order on TNT.

by mkwng @ Let's Go Tribe! on Oct 5, 2007 7:22 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
My favorite detective pairings were always Briscoe/Logan and Logan/Cerreta.
Will children still wake up early to eagerly check the sports page to see who is leading the league in holds?

by smtp on Oct 5, 2007 7:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Garko's playing good defense.  

GREAT GRAB BY SIZEMORE!!!  

Apparently headed towards a solid 2nd and 3rd in the LGT Fantasy Leagues. Eh...

by mjmarble on Oct 5, 2007 7:22 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
JESUS CHRIST. How many inches does he get off the inside corner?
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Pettitte's getting stronger.  I'm very vexed

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 7:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
The Yankee fans are back. I may have to kill them soon.

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 7:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Bring on Chamberlain!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 7:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
OH FUCKING GOD I THOUGHT THAT WAS OUT
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Inches!
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
3 feet to the right...3 feet to the right

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 7:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
"he's showing no signs of the wear and tear...uh"

by emil minty on Oct 5, 2007 7:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Wow. No matter what happens with his career, really beautiful power. So much fun to watch.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 7:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Let's go KLove!!!!
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by mjmarble on Oct 5, 2007 7:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Don't worry, Kenny is up and he wants to atone for the cs.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Come on K-Love...show some post season experience

by world dictator on Oct 5, 2007 7:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Wheels coming off!

by mkwng @ Let's Go Tribe! on Oct 5, 2007 7:28 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Pshh, he is due for a blow up, trust me.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
3-0 take a few Kenny
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 7:29 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
How are you going to check that swing, Posada? not even close.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 7:29 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
i actually want a piece of joba.  i don't believe the hype.

by emil minty on Oct 5, 2007 7:29 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Seriously.  I ain't scared.  It's just Joba

by homelytourist on Oct 5, 2007 7:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Hit a double two runs score!
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
BRING HIM ON BRING HIS FUCKING ASS ON
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I don't give two shits about Joba. Do it to him, Tribe.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 7:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I'm very glad the store was empty when I came across this post a couple hours ago, because I burst out laughing immediately.
--
"Charlie, here comes the deuce. And when you speak of me, speak well."

by vbc3 on Oct 6, 2007 11:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Bring on Joba the Hut
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 7:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Thanks Joe, we are going to put some runs on the board finally.
Playoffs! LGT resident kineisologist

by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
ballsy choice...please bring these guys home so we dont have to hear about how great Joba is all night

by world dictator on Oct 5, 2007 7:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
THIS'LL BE THE LAST MISTAKE YOU'LL EVER MAKE JOBA
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Epic!  EPIC!  I love playoff baseball!

by mkwng @ Let's Go Tribe! on Oct 5, 2007 7:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I hear the rally pie music.  BRING IT JOBA.

by Rachie on Oct 5, 2007 7:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I hear JOBA was actually inducted into the HOF today in a special ceremony because he's JUST THAT GOOD.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 7:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Hype
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Oh here we go about 0-for, that just means he is due because no one is perfect.
Playoffs! LGT resident kineisologist

by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I think this means we need to take Joba for a ride:

by APV on Oct 5, 2007 7:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
LOL, were you sitting on that.
Playoffs! LGT resident kineisologist

by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Why does TBS graphic show score 1-1?
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 7:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I mean, this guy got Lit in the futures game. I'm not afraid.

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 7:33 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I really didn't like going with Gootz here.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:34 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I like that they're not going to acknowledge that Gutierrez is pinch-hitting. Good job, guys.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 7:34 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
FUCKING SHIT. Man I tell you, I REALLY disagreed with that.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:34 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Filthy pitch??? How about a shitty AB by Gutz>
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 7:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
C'mon Casey!  Just a little hit, just a little hit!
Apparently headed towards a solid 2nd and 3rd in the LGT Fantasy Leagues. Eh...

by mjmarble on Oct 5, 2007 7:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Fuck, OK, I'm kind of rattled here, and I really REALLY didn't like going with Gootz.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:36 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I wholeheartedly disapprove of this finish.

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 7:36 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
would have liked going with J-Mike there considering Gutz hasn't had a hit since July.

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 7:36 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
yuck.

tip the cap to joba.  i'm not so sure about putting gutz in, but the man deserves some due for that.  flithy.

Nelson. Algren. Lives.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 5, 2007 7:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I would be much happier if Peralta's double had been about 5 feet to the right or 6 inches higher. Sigh.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 7:38 PM EDT reply actions  

I know - TBS keeps raving abou Pettitte, but
he was VERY fortunate there that ball didn't get out.  Darn it!  

Come on Indians - don't lose 1-0.  Score some runs.

Go Tribe! :-)

by indiansfan on Oct 5, 2007 7:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
We still will do it, we just need a few breaks and they are going to come.  The Yankees are a pretty bad defensive team and it is going to catch up to them sooner or later.
Playoffs! LGT resident kineisologist

by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
we need a 2nd game thread. We took off last night after our first one ended.

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 7:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Arrgh - we keep letting opportunities slip away!
Darn it - Gutz with a poor at-bat; one of the main reasons Joba has been so dominant in my opinion is because a lot of hitters will chase his pitches out of the strike zone, just like Gutz did there.  To have a reasonable chance against Joba, you have to be disciplined enough to go after pitches in the zone.  Gutz didn't do that.

Casey did, and still didn't get a hit, but his AB was considerably better than Gutz's.

It's going to be very disappointing if we lose 1-0.  Come on Indians - get some runs across in the next 2 innings.

Go Tribe! :-)

by indiansfan on Oct 5, 2007 7:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Didn't expect to be saying this, but where was Nixon?  In the bathroom or something?

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 7:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Jay, we're totally of one mind right now.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 5, 2007 7:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
are we positive he can catch up to a Joba fastball?

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 7:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
If he cannot, he shouldn't be taking up a spot on the 25-man.

by mplswahoo on Oct 5, 2007 7:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I had the same thought, and I haven't even been drinking.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 7:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

I wondered that too!
Hello Jay,

Nixon's only 3-17 against Rivera in his career, with 5 BB/3 K, and 0 HRs, so I don't know why Wedge didn't go with Nixon in that last inning.  Maybe he didn't want to "use" 2 players with Nixon pinch-hitting, since Gutz would have probably come in to play defense anyway, taking Nixon out of the game.

Just my 2 cents.  :-)

Go Tribe! :-)

by indiansfan on Oct 5, 2007 7:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
It's time to take a big dump on Some-Yank's rep

by homelytourist on Oct 5, 2007 7:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Fausto is just filthy today.  We should NOT lose this game.

by Buckeye Brad on Oct 5, 2007 7:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
top of the order in bottom of 8 (although that didn't do much for us in bottom 6)

by DontCallMeJoey on Oct 5, 2007 7:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I love these announcers. "Carmona has pitched a really good game tonight. Now enough about him, let's talk about HOW GREAT Andy Pettite is."

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 7:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I discovered my problem. I took off my Tribe cap when it got too warm, and I just now realized I never put it back on. Trust me, it's resting on my head now. And Fausto is rolling!

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 7:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Fausto...5 put outs?
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 7:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
If we tie this and it goes to extra's keep Carmona in there.
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by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I have a feeling that Jobu could unravel very quickly.  Just need to get one or two hits.
Apparently headed towards a solid 2nd and 3rd in the LGT Fantasy Leagues. Eh...

by mjmarble on Oct 5, 2007 7:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I wish Carmona had the magical, stupendous ability to "work into and then out of trouble" like Pettite.  He only seems to have the pedestrian ability to just stay out of trouble altogether, a talent so commonplace that it's not worthy of mention.

by Fiddlesticks on Oct 5, 2007 7:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Yeah, Pettite might've done better if he hadn't bothered giving up all those pesky baserunners in the first place.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Who's going to get a HR to get us back?  We haven't been too successful with the baserunner approach.  Peralta had the right idea but he was a few feet off in execution.

by palcal on Oct 5, 2007 7:42 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
with the way he's played today, it's gotta be Asdrubal.

by ASP on Oct 5, 2007 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Seriously, these guys are just awful. They make Meinksak... a hero but say that Carmona is losing focus.  Thats funny because Carmona retired him.
Playoffs! LGT resident kineisologist

by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
That's only $50 million per run, pretty good deal.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 7:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Cue the bugs!!!!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 7:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
The old bug infestation trick. Works every time.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 7:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
what are those, Midges?

by homelytourist on Oct 5, 2007 7:45 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
AsCab = goat if score doesn't change

by mikebrowns26 on Oct 5, 2007 7:45 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I say we go with one more can of Fausto for the ninth.
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 7:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Top of the order, go time.

Fausto is going to be very, very good for a long time. Wow.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 7:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Went to a game in June a few years ago that was TOTALLY infested with mayflies. It was really weird, kinda surreal.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 7:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Haha...I've never seen OFF being put on players during a game.

by Buckeye Brad on Oct 5, 2007 7:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I am fantasizing about the complaints of Yankee fans if a bug-infested Joba gives up even one run.

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 7:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
How come only the yankees are being babies about the bugs?

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 7:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Joba is more likely to lose focus due to the bugs then Carmona.  Carmona has been in and focused for some time, Joba really is just new to the game.
Playoffs! LGT resident kineisologist

by E5 on Oct 5, 2007 7:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
New strategy: get the Yankees high on bugspray fumes.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 7:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
i remember this used to happen at the old stadium, it being closer to the lake.

hamilton once informed the audience that the name of the bug in question was a "muckle".

Nelson. Algren. Lives.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 5, 2007 7:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Stop freakin' loving pettitte.

if there's a new thread I can't see it. I 'll keep checking.

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 7:50 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Seriously guys. I feel all alone. Someone link me - it doesn't show up on the home page for me!!!!!!

3-0

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 7:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
We've got snow...we've got bugs...we are CLEVELAND!!!!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 5, 2007 7:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Yankees subconciously making excuses by paying so much attention to bugs.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 7:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
A GIF of Jeter falling over AND swatting bugs = love

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 7:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
SWEET. There is no new game thread, no sweat. Everyone's away swatting bugs or something.

by zempf on Oct 5, 2007 7:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
I hate the Yankees so much. Damnit. Hate is... hate... boiling...

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 7:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
This is freaking ridiculous. It was the exact same for Fausto and he mowed them the fuck down.

by afh4 on Oct 5, 2007 7:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
SWITCH TO NEW THREAD
SWITCH TO NEW THREAD

SWITCH TO NEW THREAD

SWITCH TO NEW THREAD

SWITCH TO NEW THREAD

by Jay on Oct 5, 2007 7:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Oh please. They blame the bugs on USSSSSSSSSSSSSSS?

by Voltaire on Oct 5, 2007 7:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Wouldn't it be great it the 'muckles' are attracted to the smell of whatever the Yankees are sparying?
Apparently headed towards a solid 2nd and 3rd in the LGT Fantasy Leagues. Eh...

by mjmarble on Oct 5, 2007 7:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
did the yankees shower after night's game??? (hence the bugs)

by mark1 on Oct 5, 2007 7:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Nice sac bunt. Excellent way to insure that we stay out of the big inning.

by gte619n on Oct 5, 2007 7:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
If the Yanks give us a run, we're all set
spinske

by spinske on Oct 5, 2007 8:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 5, 2007
Where did everybody go?
spinske

by spinske on Oct 5, 2007 9:06 PM EDT reply actions  

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