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Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II

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Top of the 4th ...

UPDATE: Here's steincat's letter to TBS, completed at the end of the 7th inning:

Dear TBS,

I can't tell you how happy I am that FOX has the ALCS. It is right now the 7th inning of game 4 of the ALDS, and your horrible, New York-biased announcers are making absolute fools of themselves, while not giving any credit to a solid and gritty Indians team.

Regardless of what happens in this series (by no means am I assuming that the Indians will win - not nearly in the way that Chip Caray assumes that the Yankees would win the Series since Game 3) - I am so happy that any AL matchup and World Series matchup will not have to be watched on your station.

Luckily, I have figured out that I can stream the radio and put TBS on mute while using a DVR to fix the time delay, and I no longer have to listen to these awful announcers. I'm happy because at least I can tolerate watching the NLCS that way.

But I feel that I don't have any respect for your network any longer after the game and a half I had to listen to. So be it - reruns of Friends were never that important to me anyways.

I may give you a mulligan next year if you change announcers, seeing as this is your first time. But if it's the same group - you can forget about it.

Best,

steincat

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Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
If we can get through a couple of more innings, it will be Raffy time.

by Jeffrey R on Oct 8, 2007 9:14 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Can Kelly hit with that wounded hand after the brutal HBP?

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 9:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Alright, just cracked beer #1 for the evening.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 9:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Joining you.  As a bonus, it's one of your beers.

by Jay on Oct 8, 2007 9:16 PM EDT up reply actions  

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I'm 3 shots of whiskey in...out of whiskey though

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:16 PM EDT up reply actions  

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I've been laying off for fear of jinxing something.

Double for ShopVac.  More water for me.  

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 9:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
There's another new thread too!
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 9:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
I can see Shoppach coming up with a big hit off Mussina here

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Hello again, everyone. Good to see yous again.

by JesseAK on Oct 8, 2007 9:15 PM EDT reply actions  

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I smell yard for ShopVac (from first thread)
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 9:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
even one more out of the cobrak would probably do it, if jay's fisto-related theory holds

by emil minty on Oct 8, 2007 9:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Slam one out of here!
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Mussina's gone in this inning.  Those curves aren't curving very much anymore.

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
ShopVac with a wounded paw doubles!!!! Good start boys!!!! Hee Hee Hee!!!

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 9:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Did I say how much I love him.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

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Lead off double, I would love to see a crocked number with a one in front of it.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
oh shit, people.  hells yeah.  kelly is a girl's name.

by emil minty on Oct 8, 2007 9:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
for all the chicagoans, i just want to you know i said a prayer for the indians over my hot doug's bacon-dog this afternoon.

in other words, this game is in the bag.

i don't want to alarm y'all, but i think it's time to pump out some glitter.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 8, 2007 9:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
I have friends in Chicago who have basically convinced me that Hot Doug's is the best thing to happen to food since.. ever. I really need to go there.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
i don't want to brag, but when you get to choose between a bacond dog (not a hot dog with bacon, but a hot dog made of bacon), and a ribeye dog -- as well as about a dozen other exotic encased meats, which are always changing -- you just can't go wrong.

next time anyone is here, trust me: insist on checking it out. 3300 block of north california (i think).

i don't want to alarm y'all, but i think it's time to pump out some glitter.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 8, 2007 9:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
I could eat the shit out of a Chicago dog right now.

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Longest 9 inning game ever -- 4:45. It took us about 90 minutes to make it through 3 innings, I imagine some pitching changes in the late innings could stretch this one out & break the record.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 9:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Who else can they bring in that will be better?  They CANT go to Joba here.

by dgcambridge on Oct 8, 2007 9:18 PM EDT reply actions  

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Lewis, Raffy, Raffy can go 5-6 i9nnings.

by columbus714 on Oct 8, 2007 9:18 PM EDT reply actions  

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These guys need to have bunt removed from their vocab!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 9:19 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Grady just set him up by leaning out after it.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:19 PM EDT reply actions  

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Seriously: I have newfound respect for Chip Caray.  He used the term, "rulebook double."  

One of only two announcers in the game who understand IT'S NOT A GROUNDRULE DOUBLE!

Also!  No letter-high pitch has been called a strike for 70 years, Chip!

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 9:19 PM EDT reply actions  

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I've already pulled out about half of my beard in this game

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:20 PM EDT reply actions  

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Don't do that you can get toxic shock syndrome.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

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I bet it'd be worse if you were a Yankee fan...

by Jeffrey R on Oct 8, 2007 9:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

REALLY NEED SOME HELP!!!
I NEED ANTI-YANKEES PICTURES TO POST IN MY DORM HALLWAY! ANYONE HAVE ANY IDEAS OR HELP?
need some help with anti yankees stuff

by needhelp on Oct 8, 2007 9:20 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: REALLY NEED SOME HELP!!!
There are already a bunch of pics from this game up on ESPNs gamecast.

by dgcambridge on Oct 8, 2007 9:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: REALLY NEED SOME HELP!!!
looking for something cartoonish that I can draw on a dry erase board
need some help with anti yankees stuff

by needhelp on Oct 8, 2007 9:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
"Huge difference between a four run and a three run lead."

Yes. About one run.

by osoc13 on Oct 8, 2007 9:21 PM EDT reply actions  

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The TBS guys groan thru their Indians talking points like an apology.

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 9:21 PM EDT reply actions  

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Caray: "huge difference with this Yankees lineup between a 4-run and a 3-run lead"

That would mean that 1-run makes a big difference with this Yankees offense, which simply isn't true.  The Yankees offense is good enough that there's not a big difference between a 3-run and a 4-run lead.  Dumb dumb dumb.

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:21 PM EDT reply actions  

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Astro double?
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:22 PM EDT reply actions  

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Great AB by Grady. I think the Indians just realized that Mussina sucks.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 9:22 PM EDT reply actions  

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Yes, it can't be due to the fact that Mussina and Clemens are over the hill and waaay past their prime

by Spidey on Oct 8, 2007 9:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
I'm actually tolerating the TBS guys more tonight. They still blow, but I'm far less mad at them.

by supermarioelia on Oct 8, 2007 9:22 PM EDT reply actions  

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I was thinking that too, but I realize that I like a lot of things better when the Indians are winning.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 9:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

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This game is taking forever.  A half hour per inning.

by MikeP on Oct 8, 2007 9:22 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
52 pitches and counting for Mussina.  Keep making him work.

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:22 PM EDT reply actions  

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I. Hate. Bunts. The only thing I hate more than a bunt, is a bunt in the 4th fucking inning.

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 9:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Seriously, we've developed a bunt fetish for some reason.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 9:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Wow. The way Jeter stood next to Shoppach was so fucking clutch.

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 9:24 PM EDT reply actions  

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For a second I thought he might beat that out, good bunt.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 9:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Well...okay, I guess if we wanna play like the Angels....that bunt better work out for us!!!!

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 9:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Can't complain about that too much.  He hasn't been swinging it all that well, and we got two bases out of it.

by Jay on Oct 8, 2007 9:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Travis leaves the Yard.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Weak!

Victor leaves the Yard.

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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

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anyone else feel like they're about to put assenmacher in?

by emil minty on Oct 8, 2007 9:24 PM EDT reply actions  

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Whoa, I don't know if I'd walk Pronk to face Victor with the bases loaded...

by Jeffrey R on Oct 8, 2007 9:24 PM EDT reply actions  

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Walk Hafner and create a very real possibility of a DP with Victor up?  I mean, why bunt?  Did we not see this coming?

by CBusSteve on Oct 8, 2007 9:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Yeah, but if Cabrera doesn't hit into one, you've still got that possibility with Pronk up.

by dgcambridge on Oct 8, 2007 9:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

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If Vic didn't hit into so many DPs, I'd say the Yanks are nucking futs here.

by supermarioelia on Oct 8, 2007 9:25 PM EDT reply actions  

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And yes, I've looked at the numbers, and he doesn't actually hit into THAT many....it just really seems like it.

by supermarioelia on Oct 8, 2007 9:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Fine...let VMart take one deep....silly Yankees....oh how we need you Victor!!! PLEASE!!!

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 9:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
I love walking Hafner to get to Martinez. Hopefully Vic makes them pay.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 9:25 PM EDT reply actions  

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MVP. MVP. MVP. MVP. DO IT VICTOR
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 9:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
look, i don't disagree about the bunt.

but i'm more than willing to sacrifice an out to have v-mac up with ducks on the pond.

i don't want to alarm y'all, but i think it's time to pump out some glitter.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 8, 2007 9:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Wow...walk Pronk to load the bases!!!! Vic does hit into alot of DPs but a salami would have us all drinking!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 9:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Do Shapiro and Antonetti et al talk to Wedge about bunting?  While it's not the end of the world, it's a consistent flaw.  Is anyone going to address it?

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 9:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
It really hasn't been that bad. The bunts in game two came late when we were playing for one run; most of the other ones have involved getting runners to both second and third with less than two out.

by Jeffrey R on Oct 8, 2007 9:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Melky Cabrera seem shallow to you guys?
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
I would love a walk right here. Grand slam would work, too.

by osoc13 on Oct 8, 2007 9:26 PM EDT reply actions  

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Is there a better bunting team in the Bigs.  Or should I say is AstroCab the most efficient bunter in the bigs?
spinske

by spinske on Oct 8, 2007 9:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Bunting sucks.  Giving up outs sucks against a guy who can't pitch.  Taking the bat out of Hafner's hands sucks.

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 9:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Anyone notice that bloated Yankees fan with his tongue hanging out?

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:27 PM EDT reply actions  

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I don't know about you, but I have no doubt that if the Yankees could sign John Franco for $10 million right now, and put him in the game, they would.

by Jay on Oct 8, 2007 9:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
WOOOOOOOOOO VICTOR!!!!!!!!!!!
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 9:28 PM EDT reply actions  

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Granted.  But Damon couldn't throw Victor out at the plate in that situation.

by CBusSteve on Oct 8, 2007 9:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

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That, my friends, is some good hitting. Also, Johnny Damon has the weakest arm ever.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 9:28 PM EDT reply actions  

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YES!!!!! I like that very much....thank you VMart.....

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 9:28 PM EDT reply actions  

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That worked out nicely. Any naysayers going to give props to Wedge now?

by Jeffrey R on Oct 8, 2007 9:28 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Jeff,

The bunt SUCKED.  I am not a results-oriented kind of guy.

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 9:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

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what a fucking piece of hitting VICTOR I LOVE YOU MVP MPV MMPVJMPMVP MPVMVPV
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 9:28 PM EDT reply actions  

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Don't stop now.  No complacency.  Take these guys OUT.

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 9:29 PM EDT reply actions  

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Damon's weak arm gives us another.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:29 PM EDT reply actions  

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Come on, Jhonny.  Let's put this guy away.

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:29 PM EDT reply actions  

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Take THAT, Skip Caray! And you too, Yankees.

by steincat on Oct 8, 2007 9:29 PM EDT reply actions  

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I love Grady taking the extra base on Johnny's arm.

Love It.

by Jay on Oct 8, 2007 9:29 PM EDT reply actions  

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the woman was all over it.  "wow, grady is so fast"

by Brick. on Oct 8, 2007 9:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

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I think Damon was seriously trying to throw him out at the plate & A-Rod ended up cutting the throw off right about at third. Like, he put everything he had into it & only managed to throw as far as third. I'd say it was kinda sad if it wasn't kinda funny.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 9:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

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Oh, it's definitely funny.  And I know funny.

by Jay on Oct 8, 2007 9:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

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nice double play ground ball jhonny YAY VICTOR
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 9:29 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
no...it's even worse:

jhony < slow.

i don't want to alarm y'all, but i think it's time to pump out some glitter.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 8, 2007 9:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
here's the missing "n": n.

ack.

i don't want to alarm y'all, but i think it's time to pump out some glitter.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 8, 2007 9:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
It's alright. 2 more runs make me a happy man.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 9:30 PM EDT reply actions  

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How about a little more hustle there JP...it is the playoffs!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 9:30 PM EDT reply actions  

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WAAAHOOOO!!!!
--
"Charlie, here comes the deuce. And when you speak of me, speak well."

by vbc3 on Oct 8, 2007 9:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Poop on that double play....but hey 2 more runs is nice....now let's use our pitching well and get outta this dump and back to our beautiful bugs!

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 9:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Damn!  A base hit there by Peralta and we would be in business.

Yes, I am greedy.  

No, I do not have any shame.

by JamesPowell on Oct 8, 2007 9:30 PM EDT reply actions  

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Now I love Grady scoring on that play even more, because I don't have to be pissed about the double-play.

by Jay on Oct 8, 2007 9:31 PM EDT reply actions  

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Come on Byrd.  We want two more innings from you.

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
That inning might have been even better if we didn't give Mussina a free out!

Okay, Paul, there's a lot of blood pressure around here that could stand staying down.

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 9:32 PM EDT reply actions  

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Look... according to this table, the expected number of runs for bases loaded and one out is greater than for 1st and 2nd with no outs. When you consider the situation (and that Cabrera has been struggling), I think it makes good sense.

by Jeffrey R on Oct 8, 2007 9:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

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byrd is the luckiest SOB on the planet

if he lasts even another batter Wedge should consider it gravy

by Freneau on Oct 8, 2007 9:32 PM EDT reply actions  

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Too bad we didn't trade for Kyle Davies.

Championship!!

by Nat on Oct 8, 2007 9:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

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Headline still flashing across the top of Gameday: "Wang gets chance to show true ability"

by dgcambridge on Oct 8, 2007 9:32 PM EDT reply actions  

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I cannot believe it's only the bottom of the fourth. This game is taking forever.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 9:33 PM EDT reply actions  

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balls 2 and 3 were strikes to melky
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 9:33 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Kelly.  Go out and talk to Byrd.  Tell him to pull his head out of his...

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:33 PM EDT reply actions  

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get outs.  get 3 outs.  get them before anyone crosses the plate.

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:34 PM EDT reply actions  

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Ummmm....bullpen please...Byrd will never get through 2 more innings with this....ugggghhhh!!!

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 9:34 PM EDT reply actions  

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If Byrd runs into ANY trouble, I go get Perez

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 9:34 PM EDT reply actions  

Text message from my wife who is in Yankee Stadium
...the Yankee fans r crabby & keep telling us to go home...

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 9:34 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
That's some terrible grass in the outfield. I noticed Gutz earlier in the game take a little extra care seeing the ball into his glove.

by supermarioelia on Oct 8, 2007 9:34 PM EDT reply actions  

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Thats the Trot Nixon effect.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

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Or I guess Lewis.
Lewis for 2
Raffy for 2
Raffy for 2

by columbus714 on Oct 8, 2007 9:35 PM EDT reply actions  

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Nice play by Peralta.  One could almost say he went back on that pop-up like a centerfielder

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:35 PM EDT reply actions  

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this has to be the last thing in the world that Wedge wants to be doing right now

by JesseAK on Oct 8, 2007 9:35 PM EDT reply actions  

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I'm pretty sure they record those between innings, because nobody's ever given any indication of reacting to game action or anything.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 9:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

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I don't understand, what does he want to be doing?  Managing the Pirates?

by dgcambridge on Oct 8, 2007 9:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

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He had to do one of those in-game interview things.....

by Nat on Oct 8, 2007 9:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

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Is that a major league rule?
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

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I would guess it's part of the contract with TBS

by Nat on Oct 8, 2007 9:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

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We're officially in Circle of Trust territory

by JesseAK on Oct 8, 2007 9:36 PM EDT reply actions  

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Haha swing away for the fences Damon. Swing away.

by supermarioelia on Oct 8, 2007 9:37 PM EDT reply actions  

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Bob Brenly is the guy who kept Randy Johnson in during game six of the WORLD SERIES with a hundred-run lead just so "he could qualify for the win" (!)  Wonder if he thinks Byrd "deserves to go five and get the win"?

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 9:37 PM EDT reply actions  

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You know what's nice about all this? All those NY fans who drove up the betting lines on this series now getting ready to lose money to Vegas/Indians backers.

by osoc13 on Oct 8, 2007 9:38 PM EDT reply actions  

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15 more outs!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 9:38 PM EDT reply actions  

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I don't have any idea what will happen next or later, but that liner right to Blake was sweet.

by JamesPowell on Oct 8, 2007 9:39 PM EDT reply actions  

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A clutch player would have found the hole, Jeter.  It's just reality.

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 9:39 PM EDT reply actions  

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I say you send Byrd out in the 5th but on a very short leash.  Anyone reaches 2nd and you pull him out.

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:39 PM EDT reply actions  

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hey, jhonny ain't so fat when compared to cal ripken, who i am pretty sure has decided to become a weeble-wobble as his post-retirement gig.
i don't want to alarm y'all, but i think it's time to pump out some glitter.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 8, 2007 9:39 PM EDT reply actions  

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Cal is in great shape compared to Tony.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

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yeah, but i thought it was only fair to stay within the shortstop position...statisticsal sample issues, you know?
i don't want to alarm y'all, but i think it's time to pump out some glitter.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 8, 2007 9:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

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Seriously.  Whatever Cal ate, Tony ate whatever gave birth to it.

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

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thank you for making me laugh (at the moment i was getting flashbacks of screaming at loften taking a big cut circa @1996).
i don't want to alarm y'all, but i think it's time to pump out some glitter.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 8, 2007 9:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
They're both Olympic Decathletes compared to Chalres Barkley

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 9:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

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Smoke and freaking mirrors!!! Byrd grooved one to Damon that could have been blasted outta there but turned it into a pop fly....it's all an illusion...Paul Byrd is the Master of Deception!!! But I will take it!!!

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 9:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Send him out for 1 more.  5 innings is about as much as you could have hoped for.

by maledicta on Oct 8, 2007 9:40 PM EDT reply actions  

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LET IT RIDE ON BYRD ... LETS GO ALL THE WAY WITH THE COBRA!!

LETS MAKE HISTORY!!!

by Toxicadam on Oct 8, 2007 9:41 PM EDT reply actions  

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Fuck Hayes! Every time you pop it up, you drop down and give me 20.

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 9:41 PM EDT reply actions  

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I need a cigarette. All these houdini acts by Byrd are getting to me.

by JPFrost on Oct 8, 2007 9:41 PM EDT reply actions  

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Kenny is the only Indians batter without a hit tonight.

by maledicta on Oct 8, 2007 9:42 PM EDT reply actions  

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Melky looks a little to comfortable out there if you ask me.  
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:43 PM EDT reply actions  

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I'm glad we don't take the same routes in the OF as these guys.

by CBusSteve on Oct 8, 2007 9:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Sonic question - answer...unassisted triple play?
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 9:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
well, that was fast, (even if that strike 3 was inside)
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 9:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Wonder how many pitches they let Mussina throw. He last pitched on 9/28 (and he got bombed), and they don't have any real alternatives.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 9:44 PM EDT reply actions  

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I agree.  Either we bomb him, or he'll be in there long enough to get to the back end of their pen.

by dgcambridge on Oct 8, 2007 9:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

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Kinda a bullshit call there. I hope they give that to Byrd

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 9:45 PM EDT reply actions  

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I was wondering this today, who came up with the "HIRE ___!" thing?

by Jay on Oct 8, 2007 9:45 PM EDT reply actions  

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I know it wasn't me. Probably Bricker or (other) Andrew.
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 9:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

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It's not an "Arrested Development" reference, is it?

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

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i busted out HIRE WEDGE after something went right after a particularly high period of fire wedge traffic.

by Brick. on Oct 8, 2007 9:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

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What're the odds the Yanks bring in Joba the Chamberlain early?

by Delluccious on Oct 8, 2007 9:46 PM EDT reply actions  

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byrd is just going to CG this shit.  fuck it.  that's how we do.

by emil minty on Oct 8, 2007 9:47 PM EDT reply actions  

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This elicited a laugh from me. OMG A ROD GOT A HIT
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 9:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

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Time for a pitcher's best friend!
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 9:49 PM EDT reply actions  

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Stoopid A-Rod....now DP his ass!!! (Whoa that has two meanings!)

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 9:49 PM EDT reply actions  

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If they keep jumping on that first pitch strike, Byrd will be out of the game real soon.
- Jake

by jakesinger777 on Oct 8, 2007 9:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
13 more outs to go!
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 9:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Nobody induces a line-drive-right-at-a-guy like Paul Byrd.  God damn, that is gritty.

by Jay on Oct 8, 2007 9:50 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
12 outs to go!!!!
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 9:50 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
RED HOT ALERT!!!

Opps he pops out!

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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:50 PM EDT reply actions  

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now you give byrd the 6th!  i cant believe im saying that!

by mpstable on Oct 8, 2007 9:50 PM EDT reply actions  

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Awesome. Byrd pitching a very Byrdlike game here, I love it.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 9:50 PM EDT reply actions  

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I say we enter the circle of trust in the 6h

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:50 PM EDT reply actions  

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Jake, he wants them to swing at the first pitch.

by Jay on Oct 8, 2007 9:50 PM EDT reply actions  

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12 outs! All this swinging at the first pitch is keeping Byrd's pitch count low, while giving Wedge even greater bullpen flexibility.

by JesseAK on Oct 8, 2007 9:51 PM EDT reply actions  

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Clearly have made it to Circle of Trust Time - but keep the Cobra out there.

12 more.

by IndyDave on Oct 8, 2007 9:51 PM EDT reply actions  

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He is freaking enchanted...he must have rubbed leprechaun goo all over him....and nailed a lucky rabbits foot to his testicles...Paul Byrd ladies and gentlemen!

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 9:51 PM EDT reply actions  

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that shit is so outrageous i laughed really hard
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 9:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

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Saying that Byrd has balls of steel would be an understatement.

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 9:51 PM EDT reply actions  

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say what you will...but these geico commercials are pure gold.
i don't want to alarm y'all, but i think it's time to pump out some glitter.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 8, 2007 9:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
What I really look forward to is all the whining tomorrow about how the Yankees hitters got shut down for 5 innings by PAUL BYRD of all people.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 9:51 PM EDT reply actions  

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Haha so that comment I said about jumping on the first pitch - I guess that was Torre's big strategy for this inning.  Didn't work as well as everyone (myself included) thought .
- Jake

by jakesinger777 on Oct 8, 2007 9:51 PM EDT reply actions  

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The Huge Cabbage Patch Doll would be a pretty sweet Halloween costume.

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 9:51 PM EDT reply actions  

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Can you just imagine all the bulletin board shit Paul Byrd had up today?

Man on a mission.  Unreal.

by Jay on Oct 8, 2007 9:51 PM EDT reply actions  

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Why all the calls to pull Byrd???  He has been cruising the past few innings.

by Spidey on Oct 8, 2007 9:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
If Byrd goes back out, I want him on a very very very short leash

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:51 PM EDT reply actions  

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Byrd just made it through the 3-4-5-6 hitters unscathed. I say send him out to face 7-8-9, with the hope of the Circle of Trust facing the top of the lineup in the 7th.

by JesseAK on Oct 8, 2007 9:52 PM EDT reply actions  

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Keep Byrd out there, he is doing fine.  Take him out when the top of the order is up and bring in the Circle of Trust to finish them off.  Also forget about Joe, he needs his beauty rest.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:52 PM EDT reply actions  

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So much for the "obvious" Westbrook-over-Byrd call ... this game sure keeps a man humble.

by Jay on Oct 8, 2007 9:53 PM EDT reply actions  

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This is a results-oriented way of thinking, no?

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 9:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

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I think I am handwriting an apology note to Byrd tomorrow.

Maybe I will throw in 10 free car washes too.

by Toxicadam on Oct 8, 2007 9:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Byrd has delievered exactly what he's been giving us all season.  Sometimes those rip jobs fall in.  Sometimes they don't.

He's not going to hand out a bunch of walks, and he'll fire right at you.  No surprises, just pleasant results.  Cheers, Paul.

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 9:53 PM EDT reply actions  

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Dear Howard Bryant:

Earlier today, you wrote that

"With the Yankees re-energized and at home, the decision to pitch Paul Byrd in Monday's Game 4 at Yankee Stadium instead of probable Cy Young winner C.C. Sabathia on three days' rest might just turn out to be one the Cleveland organization regrets for years."

You now know why ESPN analysts rarely ever make meaningful predictions.  Thank you for your time, and goodnight.

Sincerely,

Cobra

by maledicta on Oct 8, 2007 9:53 PM EDT reply actions  

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This is too unconventional.  But I'd love to see it.  He'd have full rest for game two.

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 9:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

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I mean, DAMNIT! That looks like such a hittable pitch!

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 9:55 PM EDT reply actions  

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I'd like to see us go back to making Mussina work

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:55 PM EDT reply actions  

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That was quite a play by Michevasihjasfihaficz

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 9:55 PM EDT reply actions  

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Holy moses that was a nice stab! Why the pump fake though?

by supermarioelia on Oct 8, 2007 9:56 PM EDT reply actions  

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Sizemore was out.
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 9:56 PM EDT reply actions  

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But on replay it was indeed an out. More ammunition for the Yankee fans to complain about tomorrow, whee.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 9:56 PM EDT reply actions  

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Sorry Moose.  Calls to go to guys people like.

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 9:56 PM EDT reply actions  

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THIS SERIES IS RIGGED FOR THE INDIANS JUST ASK PINSTRIPE ALLEY

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 9:56 PM EDT reply actions  

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lol i can't wait to go over there and read it
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by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

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If your team can't put up more than one run in 5 innings of Paul Byrd, I don't think that's the umpires' fault. But whatever lets them keep going I guess.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

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My team affiliation will not allow me to say whether or not he was safe or out.

by maledicta on Oct 8, 2007 9:56 PM EDT reply actions  

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Way to hustle Grady.  Lets get him home.

Hey Gwynn - the Yanks got a great call on the check swing.  If they ring him up, the Cobra has a shutout going.

by IndyDave on Oct 8, 2007 9:56 PM EDT reply actions  

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Chip is all upset Astro is bunting.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:57 PM EDT reply actions  

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isn't
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

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Could you say that the departure of Mike Mussina was the beginning of the dark ages for the O's franchise?

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 9:57 PM EDT reply actions  

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Remember when they had Moose, and Ripken, and Robbie?  Seems like it was 10 years ago!

by maledicta on Oct 8, 2007 9:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

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Sometimes Yank-me fans the calls just don't go your way...BWHAHAHAHAHAHHAHHAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHHHAHAHAHAHA!

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 9:57 PM EDT reply actions  

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Vitamin D by the milkman? What the hell?

by Delluccious on Oct 8, 2007 9:57 PM EDT reply actions  

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please...give us villone.

i've got some scores i'd like to settle with that guy.

i don't want to alarm y'all, but i think it's time to pump out some glitter.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 8, 2007 9:58 PM EDT reply actions  

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Bye, Moose have a nice retirement party with Roger.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 9:58 PM EDT reply actions  

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Bu bye Moose!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 9:58 PM EDT reply actions  

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Bye Moose!
--
"Charlie, here comes the deuce. And when you speak of me, speak well."

by vbc3 on Oct 8, 2007 9:59 PM EDT reply actions  

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Moose and the Rocket....get some Depends diapers and some Viagra for that end of the dugout!

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 10:00 PM EDT reply actions  

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Ron Villone?! Well then... c'mon Haf. Show him why they left him off the roster.

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:00 PM EDT reply actions  

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Perfect the guy they didn't want to begin with.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 10:00 PM EDT reply actions  

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How does this new roster substitution rule work?

by dgcambridge on Oct 8, 2007 10:00 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
If a guy is "injured" you can replace him in the middle of the series, however, he is disqualified from the next series.

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

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Um, I guess as long as they're "injured."

Oh, and somebody correct me if I'm wrong, but I think you can only replace a pitcher with a pitcher, a position player with a position player.

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

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Just out of curiosity, I wonder what the story is in the WS.  Anyone know?  I would think you would declare your game 6 starter injured before game 7 every time.

by CBusSteve on Oct 8, 2007 10:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Since I started watching this game by listening and sopcasting at work, if I go home am I jinxing us?

by columbus714 on Oct 8, 2007 10:00 PM EDT reply actions  

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Mussina actually wasn't bad.  Went 4 2/3 innings, and only gave up 2.  They wanted a long man, and that's what they got.  It's not his fault that Cobra has been doing Riverdance on the tightrope all night long.

by maledicta on Oct 8, 2007 10:01 PM EDT reply actions  

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i want one of what emil minty is having.  good stuff tonight.  fleerdon on gin caliber stuff.

by Brick. on Oct 8, 2007 10:02 PM EDT reply actions  

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great analysis: Boston would rather face NY than Cleveland.  No shit, sherlock

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 10:02 PM EDT reply actions  

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Wow, I did not remember Ron Villone's tenure on the Indians at all, but apparently he was with us in '98 when he threw 27 innings of 6.00 ERA relief.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:02 PM EDT reply actions  

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oh, i remember he was going to be a lights-out lefty specialist.

and, of course, him not being a lights-out lefty specialist.

i don't want to alarm y'all, but i think it's time to pump out some glitter.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 8, 2007 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

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I could have sworn he was with us for multiple years.

by dgcambridge on Oct 8, 2007 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

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I'm glad to see Mussina out of there.  He was getting in a groove.
spinske

by spinske on Oct 8, 2007 10:02 PM EDT reply actions  

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What were they just chanting at the stadium? I couldn't make it out.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:03 PM EDT reply actions  

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I love how Damon can barely get the ball to the stands.

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:04 PM EDT reply actions  

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Byrd for 1 more?
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 10:05 PM EDT reply actions  

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Then Lewis, Perez, and Betancourt.
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 10:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

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that's right up there with:

"one more drink"

or

"one more smoke"

it's so wrong, but it feels so right.

i don't want to alarm y'all, but i think it's time to pump out some glitter.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 8, 2007 10:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

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Showing Yankee's fans just uglified my tv.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 10:05 PM EDT reply actions  

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I just spent 9 hours traveling to Mexico and was so happy to fire up the laptop and learn that we were up 6-1 I punched my open hand so hard it still hurts.  Here's to hoping the hotel internet connection, which probably has the entire property on a connection slower than my home one, doesn't drop Hammy too much.  

Go Tribe!

by Thommy on Oct 8, 2007 10:06 PM EDT reply actions  

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Screw all the celeb Yank-me fans anyways.....scoreboard star boys....I hope somewhere tonight Billy Crystal is crying hard into the soft tender embrace of a naked Robin Williams...

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 10:06 PM EDT reply actions  

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Actually I think Billy Crystal is a legit fan OH SHIT HR COT!!!
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

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I second the earlier comment by JesseAK that you try to sneak Byrd through the bottom of the order and go right to the CoT for the 7-8-9 innings.

by Captain Pabst on Oct 8, 2007 10:07 PM EDT reply actions  

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On Sportsline Gamecast, Unknown relieved Mussina.

by SuddenSam on Oct 8, 2007 10:07 PM EDT reply actions  

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Check that leash Wedgie!
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by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 10:08 PM EDT reply actions  

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He went golfing, I will give him that one.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 10:08 PM EDT reply actions  

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you know what though. i rescind my COT comment. IDK how the hell he hit that ball out, it wasn't a strike. that was just a sick piece of hitting.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:08 PM EDT reply actions  

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Wow, that was not at all a bad pitch. He golfed that thing out of here, it was way below his knees.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:09 PM EDT reply actions  

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There are many words one could use to describe Byrd's performance.  "Magnificent" probably wouldn't be one of them.

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 10:09 PM EDT reply actions  

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I have to admit, I was wrong about him. He made me sweat, but he got 5 full innings and that was more than I could have asked him for.

Way to go, Byrdie.

--
"Charlie, here comes the deuce. And when you speak of me, speak well."

by vbc3 on Oct 8, 2007 10:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

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line drives right at fielders and 380 foot flyouts are not my definition of magnificent

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

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Bullpen time!
--
"Charlie, here comes the deuce. And when you speak of me, speak well."

by vbc3 on Oct 8, 2007 10:09 PM EDT reply actions  

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Why was Wedge playing with fire? 5 IP from Byrd is pure gold.

by crazymoloh on Oct 8, 2007 10:09 PM EDT reply actions  

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I must be slow. Seems like every time I make a post lately there's like 5 people who post the exact same thing by the time I've hit the "Post" button.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:09 PM EDT reply actions  

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WHAT A GREAT OUTING FROM BYRD THOUGH, I'M GIVING HIM A STANDING O (seriously)
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:10 PM EDT reply actions  

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Gameday doesn't know which Raffy is coming in...

by dgcambridge on Oct 8, 2007 10:10 PM EDT reply actions  

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I think it is safe to say we got more from Byrd than most of us could have hoped for.  He did his job - lets get the bullpen to close it down, but boy I would like another 2 or 3 runs.  

by IndyDave on Oct 8, 2007 10:10 PM EDT reply actions  

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Here's the question.  They need to go 4 innings in relief.  Does Borowski figure in Wedge's thinking?  Can he dare to use him?
spinske

by spinske on Oct 8, 2007 10:10 PM EDT reply actions  

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We've got 4 innings.  I envision 3 of that going to the Raffies and then JoBo coming in for a pants-crapping 9th

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 10:10 PM EDT reply actions  

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who was in the pen- lewis? i hope they save one of the raffeys in case JoBo needs saving

by mark1 on Oct 8, 2007 10:10 PM EDT reply actions  

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My BP is so high I can't stand this. Please get the job done COT!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 10:10 PM EDT reply actions  

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Jeezus....Jon Bon Jovi interview.....pathetic!!!!

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 10:10 PM EDT reply actions  

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I'm sure MLB is glad that Jon Bon Jovi, who is the "face" of TBS entrance songs for the playoffs, has a "Tell Your Mom I Said Hi" shirt on National TV right now.

by steincat on Oct 8, 2007 10:12 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
11 outs to go!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 10:13 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Geez Perez? This means Joe Borowski in the 9th I fear.

by columbus714 on Oct 8, 2007 10:13 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Hey look, The Toxic Avenger is batting!
--
"Charlie, here comes the deuce. And when you speak of me, speak well."

by vbc3 on Oct 8, 2007 10:14 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Hammy just said Farnsworth is warming in the 'pen. Beauty.

by steincat on Oct 8, 2007 10:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
I thought ACab had that for sure.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
MAN! Astrocab was there! Almost a completely spectacular play.

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Actually, I think he should have had that.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Quite this crowd right now with a Double Play.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 10:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
How long until TBS points out that it was 6-2 Tribe when JoBo got bombed out of the park?

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 10:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Pitcher's Best Friend now!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 10:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
tbs announcers can stop stroking my dick.  that was a hit, not a rally.

by emil minty on Oct 8, 2007 10:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
A guy named Shelley just got a hit....come on Raffy....stomach churning again.....

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 10:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
The Yankees have the TYING RUN IN THE HOLE!

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Uh. I'm drinking real hard now. Raffy L ?
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Come on Perez!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 10:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Man, two hits that were basically JUST out of reach of our guys.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
C'mon, these Yanks are big and slow just like the Tribe.  Where are our DPs?

by dgcambridge on Oct 8, 2007 10:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
What was the last playoff game Chip Caray started?

by CBusSteve on Oct 8, 2007 10:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
WHOA BOYS. WHOA. Calm down. Raffy is fine. Strikeout coming here.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Rafi's got 'em.  Not worried.  They'll be lucky to get one run.

by Jay on Oct 8, 2007 10:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
I found the problem with A-Rod to Yanks fans... his name doesn't fit the Yankees fans' one cheer.  I mean, if you really force it, but it doesn't flow like De-rek Je-ter (clap clap clap clap clap).  He needs to lose a syllable, its that simple.

by Fundamentals on Oct 8, 2007 10:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Oh Captain...DP please!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 10:19 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Derek Jeter, the greatest great Yankee great all-time greats of all time.  He can not fail here.

by dgcambridge on Oct 8, 2007 10:19 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Raffy, stop being silly here
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:19 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Captain DP! That's at least his third this series. Excellent!

by Jeffrey R on Oct 8, 2007 10:20 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
exhale.

i'm telling you...that may have been it.

i don't want to alarm y'all, but i think it's time to pump out some glitter.

by jonnykilbane on Oct 8, 2007 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
YOU FUCKING TAKE THAT CAPTAIN CLUTCH SHIT AND BLOW IT OUT YOUR ASS

by maledicta on Oct 8, 2007 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Thank you!
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 8, 2007 10:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
10 more ....no wait...9 more outs!  Thanks Captain!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
oh shut the fuck up now, tbs, you fucking skunk bitches.  

by emil minty on Oct 8, 2007 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Raffy-L likes the drama.
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 8, 2007 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Jeter is CLUTCH

oh wait

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Suck it, TBS announcers

by tborish on Oct 8, 2007 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
I'm lightheaded.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Ditto.
--
"Charlie, here comes the deuce. And when you speak of me, speak well."

by vbc3 on Oct 8, 2007 10:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
Oh my God... Raffy don't do that.

Well, I mean, do that, but not that way.  ;)

--
"Charlie, here comes the deuce. And when you speak of me, speak well."

by vbc3 on Oct 8, 2007 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
"...and another opportunity blown by the Yankees."

by ManchildinBeantown on Oct 8, 2007 10:22 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Suck it St. Jeter!!!

HAHAHAHAHAAH YES!!!!!

by mrich on Oct 8, 2007 10:22 PM EDT reply actions  

Captain Clutch....
clutch these Captain!!!! BWHAHAHAHAHAH!!! Again, that felt real good to watch.....pretty boy kills a rally......Joe Torre, about your unemployment check....

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 10:22 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
It's really for the best.
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 8, 2007 10:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
So... Lewis for the 7th, even though Abreu's leading off?

by maledicta on Oct 8, 2007 10:22 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Wow. That was awesome. Seriously awesome.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
MOR RUNZ
--
"Charlie, here comes the deuce. And when you speak of me, speak well."

by vbc3 on Oct 8, 2007 10:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
For anyone that's interested, here's the "Contact Us" email for TBS. I'm sure they would like to hear what a bang-up job their announcers have been doing. tbsinfo@turner.com

by steincat on Oct 8, 2007 10:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
9 outs!

Take that Captain!

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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 10:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
I have a confession:

I started eating M&M's at the beginning of the inning and finished them literally 2 seconds before the DP to Jeter.

M&M's=not clutch

I'll eat soup next time

by Nat on Oct 8, 2007 10:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
i had two potato-leek today.

by emil minty on Oct 8, 2007 10:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
We had potato leek as well. Clearly potato leek is the soup of winners.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
the au bon pain potato-leek?  i could bathe in that shit and lick myself clean.

by emil minty on Oct 8, 2007 10:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
toying with them, obviously, the coy little bitch.

by emil minty on Oct 8, 2007 10:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
See, people give me crap about this, but we may have the only forum on the whole Internet where an LOL actually means something.

by Jay on Oct 8, 2007 10:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
i lol'ed
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Okay, I really hope we can get some insurance off of this guy...

by Jeffrey R on Oct 8, 2007 10:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
That was another HUGE turning point moment.....deflating the Yank-me fans (including the TBS booth).....Farnsworth looks like a professor out there....a professor of suck

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 10:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Farnsworth... i'm ok with that

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Farnsworth!  That sound you hear is Yankees fans yelling curse words at their televisions.
Pronk Needs You

by woodsmeister on Oct 8, 2007 10:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Some (a lot) of padding would be nice here.

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 10:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Lets get some more runs - now.

by IndyDave on Oct 8, 2007 10:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
 My wife is going to hate nameing our first kid Raffy....

by Rusnakjd @ Let's Go Tribe! on Oct 8, 2007 10:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Ha ha ha...

You could always go with Asdrubal...

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 10:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
I think it was determine in the first thread that you would be wise to go with Rhaffy.

by CBusSteve on Oct 8, 2007 10:28 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
"What?  No, Kyle, we totally trust you.  The only reason we haven't used you yet is because...we wanted to save you...for really really important moments like this."

by dgcambridge on Oct 8, 2007 10:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Totally cracked up at this.

by Jay on Oct 8, 2007 10:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
I'm having palpitations...

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 10:25 PM EDT reply actions  

1948!
OMG... no wonder you guys are edgy.  Go Tribe!

by ELVISGOAT on Oct 8, 2007 10:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Ugggghhhh....VMart!!! Okay, let's put together a little rally and put it out of Borowski territory...

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 10:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
JHONNY!!! JHONNY!!! JHONNY!!!

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Another nice hit from Jhonny

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 10:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Peralta continues to be awesome.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
JHONNY i'm telling you he's had an AMAZING series
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Farnsworth can hump a fastball?

Ewwwwwww.

--
"Charlie, here comes the deuce. And when you speak of me, speak well."

by vbc3 on Oct 8, 2007 10:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Is there any excuse for Torre not having Rivera or Chamerlain in here?  I mean, at all?  

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 10:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
I can't imagine him bringing in Rivera already. No way he goes 3 innings & if you blow him out now & they (god forbid) come back, who pitches?

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Joba may not be available, I don't know.

But basically ... no.

by Jay on Oct 8, 2007 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
I'm pretty sure that if Kenny hit a would-be tripple, he'd catch up to Jhonny around 2nd.

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:28 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
And if Victor were on 2nd, he'd pass both of them.

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Here come the INDIANS!

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 10:28 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Peralta has had one of the least appreciated series. By the media, that is. We always believed in him, right?

by JesseAK on Oct 8, 2007 10:28 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Seriously, if the score stays 6-2, TBS is going to show the JoBo disaster game highlights from April relentlessly.  Same score at the time.

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 10:28 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Can we not mention JoBo until we absolutely have to?
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 8, 2007 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Indians steal with Jhonny Peralta, are you serious he is slower then molasses?  In fact molasses laughs at him.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 10:29 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
That's how much homework TBS has done.
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 8, 2007 10:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Tony Gwynn point guard hahahahahahaha.
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 8, 2007 10:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
I'd like to keep this out of "and the tying run is coming to the plate" territory.

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 10:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
anyone else think farnsworth looks a bit like jay bell?
maybe it's just the glasses

by mpstable on Oct 8, 2007 10:30 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
I'd have brought in Mariano so fast -- Torre is begging for trouble.

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 10:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
We are 9 outs away.  9 outs away from the end of Clemens, of Torre, of Rodriguez, of the Yankees as we know them.  Steinbrenner will nuke that shit and tear that team to pieces by the New Year.  $200 million will go right down the drain.

9 outs from now.  

by maledicta on Oct 8, 2007 10:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
I have to pee soooooooooo bad but I refuse to leave my TV GOD DAMN KENNY HIT THE BALL ON THE GROUND
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Peralta is one of the slowest runners in baseball.

by dgcambridge on Oct 8, 2007 10:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
while you were away decided victor was.

by Brick. on Oct 8, 2007 10:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
I could see maybe bringing Chamberlain in for an inning here. He did throw 38 pitches last night & didn't look so great in the second inning, so maybe they're worried about his workload.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
I'd like a walk here.

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 10:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Torre to St Louis next year?
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 10:32 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Torre to Pittsburgh?

by Nat on Oct 8, 2007 10:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Joel Skinner to Pittsburgh?

by mpstable on Oct 8, 2007 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
The day the Yankees fire him, 20+ teams will have openings at the managerial position.

by maledicta on Oct 8, 2007 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
I would have to guess that he would sit a year at least.

by dgcambridge on Oct 8, 2007 10:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
 :\

After you?

--
"Charlie, here comes the deuce. And when you speak of me, speak well."

by vbc3 on Oct 8, 2007 10:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Cabrera takes the weirdest routes to flyouts.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:33 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
The poor route running is going to cost him soon.
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by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Cliff Lee looks like he couldn't care less -- and that's probably about right.

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 10:33 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Yeah, but if you're in a bar fight, you're gonna want Cliff there with you.

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Lofton seems to be trying to elevate everything tonight.

by JesseAK on Oct 8, 2007 10:33 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Note to KLoft...you do not hit homeruns...basehits please...ugggghhh...how about it Gutz!

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 10:33 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Don't start complimenting the organization-YET
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 8, 2007 10:33 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
That was not strike 1.

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 10:34 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Awww, Shapiro's kid is cute.

by Jeffrey R on Oct 8, 2007 10:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Ahhhh!  Ginger alert!

by CBusSteve on Oct 8, 2007 10:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Shapiro sighting.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Yeah Shapiro's wife, way to be hot.

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Hope he got a pre-nup
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 8, 2007 10:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
future Tribe GM sitting there

by JesseAK on Oct 8, 2007 10:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Anyone think Shapiro should get a paternity test for his kid?

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 10:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Tell me Mark Shapiro's kid doesn't have a NY Yankee's helmet ice cream

by Nat on Oct 8, 2007 10:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Ice cream is tasty.  If the kid wants ice cream, and they only serve it in a helmet, you get the ice cream in a helmet.  Maybe they can get some firecrackers later and blow up the helmet in the backyard.
Pronk Needs You

by woodsmeister on Oct 8, 2007 10:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Goddamnit. This isnt over. FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 8, 2007 10:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
jeez that kid is getting big.

by emil minty on Oct 8, 2007 10:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Gutz!  What the hell was that?

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 10:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Ok, I got 5:23. THat's the line.

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:36 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Blah. Outs.
--
"Charlie, here comes the deuce. And when you speak of me, speak well."

by vbc3 on Oct 8, 2007 10:36 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Ugh. I hate this shit. I love America just as much as the rest of you guys, but this crap is really annoying.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:36 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
READY---MUTE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

by mark1 on Oct 8, 2007 10:36 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Let's not lose focus yet! The game is not over.
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 10:36 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Amen. If I have to see JoeBo in the ninth, I'd like at least one more run as a cushion.

Please?

--
"Charlie, here comes the deuce. And when you speak of me, speak well."

by vbc3 on Oct 8, 2007 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Apparently 6 runs is what we have for the rest of this evening....come on bullpen.....can we fast forward to the 9th....

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 10:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Yeah, all in all, disappointing offensive output under the circumstances.

But that won't matter in about an hour.

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
God:  "You know what, I don't want to bless America anymore."

by Brick. on Oct 8, 2007 10:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Careful, this site is monitored...
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 8, 2007 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Hey, I'm Catholic, and even I thought that was pretty funny. I doubt God takes the Yankees 7th inning spectacle too seriously anymore.

by mrich on Oct 8, 2007 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Apparently, the Yankees have decided that they haven't drained this song of all meaning ... yet.

Show Giuliani with a tear in his eye.

by CU Adam on Oct 8, 2007 10:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
can Wedge look any more comatose? Christ I need whatever he's got.
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 8, 2007 10:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Shelley Duncan is ugly....just a note.

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 10:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Wife said he's like a good-looking Chris Shelton.

by CBusSteve on Oct 8, 2007 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
If Cleveland decided to do God Bless America, do you think the networks would stay with it or go to commercial?

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 10:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
You mean you don't think they'd show the waving American flag superimposed over the Terminal Tower? Hm.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
commercial
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Borrowing a look from the Craig Seger House of Fashion... ouch

by Fundamentals on Oct 8, 2007 10:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
I had around 3:17. Under wins!

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
How is this an upset?  We had a better record than they did.  We won our division, and they didn't.  We have two Cy Young contenders, they're #1 starter blows like a shop-vac.

Is it just that the Yankees are automatically favored against any team they take the field against, simply by virtue of being the Yankees?   Gotta be.

by maledicta on Oct 8, 2007 10:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Pretty much, which is why it's just that much more awesome to dispatch them in the first round.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Now you're catching on.
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 8, 2007 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Maybe they mean how upset ESPN is about hte Yankees early exit.

by CU Adam on Oct 8, 2007 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
1,2,3 1,2,3,1,2,3 thats all we need!
Playoffs! LGT resident kineisologist

by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 10:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
I'm sure DECA is really regretting signing this Ronan character.

by supermarioelia on Oct 8, 2007 10:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
out of octoberfest. on to Nosferatu.

by Brick. on Oct 8, 2007 10:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Berghoff Dark here. A very fine brew, available on tap at Moody's.

by mrich on Oct 8, 2007 10:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Just got back ... drinking my first "Remarkable" Vanilla Porter from the Breckenridge Brewery.

The media will be blaming A-Rod for only hitting a solo homer.

by CU Adam on Oct 8, 2007 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Come on guys...stop it...it's not over yet!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 10:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
should we flip this bitch?  game threat III?

by emil minty on Oct 8, 2007 10:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Not yet, but it's in the offing.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Glad to see Perez out to start the inning.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:41 PM EDT reply actions  

3:00!
Hello everyone,

If you include the time before the Public Address Announcer started talking, that's 20 seconds.  Combine that with Ronan Tynin taking about 2:40 (it was around 2:33 last night,) that was 3 minutes!  3 minutes - no other team does this.

Like I said last night, I am mindful and respectful of the importance of God Bless America and NYC, but no other team, including the Mets, gets away with 7th inning stretches that long - that's why it has been mentioned by others, including Twins manager Ron Gardenhire.  

Just my 2 cents - no offense to anyone.  :-)

Go Tribe! :-)

by indiansfan on Oct 8, 2007 10:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 3:00!
you're building a case, my man.  i'm watching it happen.

by emil minty on Oct 8, 2007 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 3:00!
Whilst at work I'm recording the game, hope I gave it enough time!

by new zealand tribe fan on Oct 8, 2007 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 3:00!
Anyone ever time the Cubs with the WGN guests singing "take me out to the ballgame" during their 7th inning stretch?  Aisde from Mike Ditka's version, I'd guess they get pretty close to the 180 second mark.
How come... we would all love to see Bob Feller show up at a Cavs game wearing a Detroit Pistons hat? --Les Levine

by Casey Jones on Oct 8, 2007 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Wait, so Raffy-R is going two?

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:42 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Keep bailing, Bobby
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 8, 2007 10:42 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Can't we just score another run or 3 please? Looks like JoBo on the horizon

by DocNo on Oct 8, 2007 10:42 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
1
Playoffs! LGT resident kineisologist

by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Uh oh, Raffy P is back folks
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Perez eats lefties for dinner

by JesseAK on Oct 8, 2007 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
8 more to go!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
Perez is spectacular!
- Jake

by jakesinger777 on Oct 8, 2007 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
They keep saying the bullpen hasn't given up any earned runs..... what about Fultz?

by crazymoloh on Oct 8, 2007 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
The first runs were charged to Jake. The others were courtesy of Mr. Nixon.

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Two runs were Jake's, one was Trot's

Or was it the other way around?

- Jake

by jakesinger777 on Oct 8, 2007 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 9
Eh, uh, oh, I, please no JOBO
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 8, 2007 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
Jay, great work on the instant update of the title for the web page.

by Jeffrey R on Oct 8, 2007 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
i just noticed that too

by Brick. on Oct 8, 2007 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 8
How was that not a strike?

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
Isn't it nice that the announcers talk just as much about Perez as they do about the infallible Joba Chamberlain? Oh wait, they haven't. Hm.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
I think we'll be hitting a third thread tonight.

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 10:45 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
woah! Indians gettin' a shout out! Almost like we had something to do with this thing!

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:45 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
That's a great stat, the 0-20 for Perez against the top 10 HR hitters in the AL this season.
- Jake

by jakesinger777 on Oct 8, 2007 10:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
tbs bitches:  this is not a save situation.

by emil minty on Oct 8, 2007 10:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
Honestly ... ARod's HR made me laugh.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
Yeah but you've been drinking since 3, right?
-Bo

by bodiaz74 on Oct 8, 2007 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 8
3 CST, so 4 eastern time, yes.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 8
SHIT SHIT SHIT.

SHIT SHIT SHIT.

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
Alright, A-Rod.  Now you can opt out.

by maledicta on Oct 8, 2007 10:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
Ok...ARod says goodbye to NY in style.
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 10:46 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
Fucknuts....now they think they can win this.....muting TBS for the rest of the game....GOD!

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 10:47 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
I should have gone on record: I told my wife that I wanted a righty COT to face ARod.  Damn.

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 10:47 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
C'MON RAFFY! COME ON!!

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:47 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
What does Rodriguez think this is, turn back the calendar night?
How come... we would all love to see Bob Feller show up at a Cavs game wearing a Detroit Pistons hat? --Les Levine

by Casey Jones on Oct 8, 2007 10:47 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
Nasty nasty nasty pitch.

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
No shit, that's just hilarious, Raffy P was letting him do that on purpose.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
It's alright. Still have faith in Perez to get out of this, especailly making Posada look foolish on that 0-1 swing.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
tbs announcers - Borowski will fail in the ninth
assholes

by JK in CBus on Oct 8, 2007 10:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
I'm guessing that Wedge is going to go with JoBo in the 9th, and he's actually planning to save a COT reliever in case JoBo falls apart.

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 10:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
2
Playoffs! LGT resident kineisologist

by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 10:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
COME ON RAFFY!! LETS GO TRIBE!! LETS GO RAFFY

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 8
7 more outs to go!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 10:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
I'd love to score some more runs in the 8th, make that bomb meaningless.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
seriously.  a 2-run shot would be nice

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 10:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 7
Is anyone in the pen?

(for some reason, this board and gamecenter don't like living together on my computer)

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 10:50 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
I've been very impressed by how calm Wedge has appeared during this series

by APV on Oct 8, 2007 10:50 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
Yes.  He's either icy or has a great antacid.

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 7
Speaking of the 8th, I wonder who the Yankees bring out to pitch. Farnsworth again? Rivera for 2 innings?

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:50 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
OK, Betancourt in the pen.

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 10:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
Ballgame right here, if we get Matsui now
How come... we would all love to see Bob Feller show up at a Cavs game wearing a Detroit Pistons hat? --Les Levine

by Casey Jones on Oct 8, 2007 10:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
OK, one more trip thru their lineup. Let's get thru this inning and see where they're at
How come... we would all love to see Bob Feller show up at a Cavs game wearing a Detroit Pistons hat? --Les Levine

by Casey Jones on Oct 8, 2007 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 8
Can Wedge defer to common sense and not pitch JoBo

by crazymoloh on Oct 8, 2007 10:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
I'm so not worried.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
Come on!!!! God Raffy doesn't look great tonight.....please get outta this inning with the lead at 3....

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 10:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
Pull him now.  Don't dick around.  He's at 30 pitches, he's clearly not on his game tonight.  Go to Lewis, or whatever member of the CoT is ready.  

by maledicta on Oct 8, 2007 10:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
Might be out of gas.  We're really relying on this lefty-lefty approach.  

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 10:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
Gotta stick with Perez vs. the lefty here. Play the matchups.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
If this were game 5, it might be different.  But for now, play the matchups and percentages
How come... we would all love to see Bob Feller show up at a Cavs game wearing a Detroit Pistons hat? --Les Levine

by Casey Jones on Oct 8, 2007 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 7
Not if he has NOTHING LEFT.

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 7
Is there any chance, any chance at all, that Wedge leaves Betancourt in the 9th if it's a save? Any chance at all?

by ManchildinBeantown on Oct 8, 2007 10:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
White knuckles..... need alcohol....

by crazymoloh on Oct 8, 2007 10:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
Refilled my glass of gin.....

by Nat on Oct 8, 2007 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 7
who is this? cabrera? cano? whatever.
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
Damn.  We should've pulled him.

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 10:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
6 outs to go!!!!
Still an Ohio boy through and through!

by TribeLoverInNewYork on Oct 8, 2007 10:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
3 (6)
Playoffs! LGT resident kineisologist

by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 10:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
NEW THREAD

NEW THREAD

NEW THREAD

NEW THREAD

NEW THREAD

by Jay on Oct 8, 2007 10:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
Re: Shapiro's wife.  Looks high maintenance.

by doowop on Oct 8, 2007 10:55 PM EDT reply actions  

yes
and likely to slap a child

by ELVISGOAT on Oct 8, 2007 10:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 7
WHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEWWWWW!!!!

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 10:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
See? No doubts in my mind.

by zempf on Oct 8, 2007 10:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
Full glass of gin does the job!

by Nat on Oct 8, 2007 10:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
PHEEEEEWWW.... breath..... another.... breath...

by gte619n on Oct 8, 2007 10:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
Jeez, guys, look at you freak out, it's Raffy Perez, come on now. FRANK IS ON TV
Sizemore-Shapiro 2008.

by Gradyforpresident on Oct 8, 2007 10:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
alright, I want two innings of Betancourt here

by JesseAK on Oct 8, 2007 10:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
Okay, rev up the offense.  Pad that lead.  Let's go!

by tabler84 on Oct 8, 2007 10:55 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 9
1-2 MORE RUNS PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF GOD I CAN'T DO A NINTH WITH JOEBO IN THIS GAME UP ONLY 3
--
"Charlie, here comes the deuce. And when you speak of me, speak well."

by vbc3 on Oct 8, 2007 10:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
Still in good shape.  Betancourt for the 8th, and then I get the sinking feeling we see JoeBo after that.

by maledicta on Oct 8, 2007 10:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
raffy baby.  he thought he was gonna fuck you, you little slut.

by emil minty on Oct 8, 2007 10:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
This is Cano. Leaving Betancourt in probably depends on how hard he worked in the 8th, and where we are in the Yankees' order.  Don't see Wedge leaving him in, though.  That's not the way Wedge has been operating all season, and I don't see him changing now
How come... we would all love to see Bob Feller show up at a Cavs game wearing a Detroit Pistons hat? --Les Levine

by Casey Jones on Oct 8, 2007 10:56 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 7
oops, that -was- Cano.  One of these days I'll get around to finishing that Mavis Beacon typing program...
How come... we would all love to see Bob Feller show up at a Cavs game wearing a Detroit Pistons hat? --Les Levine

by Casey Jones on Oct 8, 2007 10:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 6
If we win this I swear I will watch every episode of FrankTV with my eyes open and the sound on...and then admit it to co-workers...and tell everyone I meet it is hilarious....

by razzpunk on Oct 8, 2007 10:57 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 6
(from Blazing Saddles:)  Don't do it, Bart --- Don't do it!
How come... we would all love to see Bob Feller show up at a Cavs game wearing a Detroit Pistons hat? --Les Levine

by Casey Jones on Oct 8, 2007 10:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

Re: 7
I love Shoppach!
Playoffs! LGT resident kineisologist

by E5 on Oct 8, 2007 11:01 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: 6
ALYISSA MILINO---->NICE!!!

by mark1 on Oct 8, 2007 11:08 PM EDT reply actions  

I'm still here - not sure if Hafner was interfered
with or not - love though how Brenly thought that Hafner's might have been just barely, but I don't recall that for Posada or whichever Yankee it was who was interfered with.

I sure hope Borowski does the job if he's in there in the 9th - he better not blow it!

Go Tribe! :-)

by indiansfan on Oct 8, 2007 11:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
i say it again, can we really risk it with JoBo?  We let Betancourt pitch and it's won.
spinske

by spinske on Oct 8, 2007 11:22 PM EDT reply actions  

I know JoeBo is our closer, but I'd think I'd like
the matchup with Betancourt better against Jeter/Abreu/A-Rod.  I wish Wedge felt the same way, but I have a feeling he won't.

Come on Indians - score at least one more run so that Wedge sticks with Betancourt.

Go Tribe! :-)

by indiansfan on Oct 8, 2007 11:22 PM EDT reply actions  

Re: Game Thread: October 8, 2007 - PART II
You guys catch the background music on that season summary?

by ShawnK on Oct 8, 2007 11:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Great win!!! :-)
Hello everyone,

A great win and a great performance by Byrd - way to go!  Borowski had another "scary" performance, but he did get the job done.  The way Wedge seems committed to using him scares me though, especially if we only have a 1-run lead - I wish he'd consider using Betancourt/Perez/Lewis in those situations, especially when you have the heart of the opposing order up.  

As for this series, it's great for the Indians to win this in 4 and be able to use CC in game 1 and Carmona in game 2.  ESPN's Tim Kurkjian thinks there are several reasons for the Red Sox to be aware of the Indians:

  1. Sabathia and Carmona
  2. The bullpen, specifically the Raffys (he didn't mention Lewis, who should probably be included.)

He said that Francona probably hopes the Red Sox hold the lead by the 6th because the Indians' bullpen may not give it back if we lead.  

It should be a fun series, and hopefully, we'll come out on top!  

Go Tribe - keep up the great work!  :-)

Go Tribe! :-)

by indiansfan on Oct 9, 2007 12:56 AM EDT reply actions  

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