Detroit Tigers @ Cleveland Indians GameThread, Apr 17, 2008 7:05 PM EDT

FFF, lets get to Vaglander tonight! And Fausto, let er rip bud, no worries. Just you and Vic playing catch with that nasty right arm. LGT!

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 6:33 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

go fausto, can’t make it tonight

Sizemore-Shapiro 2008. The Official Red Bull of Let's Go Tribe Game Threads.

by Gradyforpresident on Apr 17, 2008 6:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Where’s the Looch? I seriously don’t care what their past might say or what Verlander might do against lefties, I’m not pleased by the last two entries in the lineup. I’ll take Marte’s glove with Fausto going.

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 6:41 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Earliest I’ve showed up for a game thread in a while…I’ve gotta jet after a couple of inning though.

by supermarioelia on Apr 17, 2008 6:41 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Wait!! CASEY BLAKE, AGAIN???! JESUS HORATIO CHRIST

by supermarioelia on Apr 17, 2008 6:42 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

it never ends mario

Sizemore-Shapiro 2008. The Official Red Bull of Let's Go Tribe Game Threads.

by Gradyforpresident on Apr 17, 2008 6:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

He caught Carlos Baerga’s first pitch last night, so he needs an off day so we don’t wear him out.

by Fiddlesticks on Apr 17, 2008 6:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I don’t even feel like watching tonight.

So I don’t think I’m going to. Oh, and Jason Michaels needs to show some fast improvement or Francisco will be up here soon. And I’m pretty confident in that.

by gahnki on Apr 17, 2008 6:43 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Boy, the last third of our lineup is just terrifying. Here’s hoping the other six guys decide to hit something.

In fact, a lot of somethings would be just peachy.

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Right now, I'll take .500 and run. I'm a cheap happy.

by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 6:45 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

BTW, thanks foe the heads-up on the sportsline page, Jay. Works like a charm.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 6:46 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

You know, I’m really not torn up about missing most of tonight’s game.

by supermarioelia on Apr 17, 2008 6:47 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

i want to be positive, but i just feel like we haven’t hit bottom yet. i think i’ll bow out of this one.

by emil minty on Apr 17, 2008 7:01 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Today is the first day of the rest of the season!

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Seeing Fausto just made me a little more positive…ah what the hell, GO TRIBE!

by supermarioelia on Apr 17, 2008 7:04 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I’m sitting here at work ready to start following the game and wondering why?

One day I'll get over to watch the Tribe play

by new zealand tribe fan on Apr 17, 2008 7:04 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

20 groundball outs. 6 strikeouts. One flyball to short left leads to a collision between Blake and Michaels. Marte, Francisco, Fausto and the Tribe never look back.

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I’m bored and keeping myself busy with paperwork just in case. ;-)

LET’S GO FAUSTO.

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Right now, I'll take .500 and run. I'm a cheap happy.

by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:07 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

1 down, 26 to go.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:09 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Just got out my Tribe hat. Wearing it proudly. It’s been missing for about a week, but it’s time to focus.

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Good idea. I think I’ll put on my road grey jersey, last worn the day we beat Oakland.

by Fiddlesticks on Apr 17, 2008 7:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Really. More people need to get some luck flowing, what kind of fans are we anyway

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 7:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I left my hat at home for the first time this season. At this point, I am open for any ideas.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I have a good feeling about this one. Lets go tribe.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 7:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

OK, never mind. PANIC!

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:13 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Er.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:13 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

i may as well address this here:

i would rather have benfran playing than michaels. and i understand that michaels is not hitting the ball at all, at all right now. but we’re putting a lot of energy into crucifying a guy over 33 ABs, and the only reason he has that many is because he subbed for Gutz while he had the sniffles. 16 of those ABs are against righties, who he isn’t even supposed to be playing against (i know, his splits in limited ABs this year against RHP are better, but man, he has an .091 babip against LHP, give the guy a break).

i think we should be saving our disapprobation for the players who really deserve it. i wont say his name.

by emil minty on Apr 17, 2008 7:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Anyone having mlb.tv problems tonight?

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 7:16 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

That’s pitch #25.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:17 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

man he’s throwing his sinker hard (i.e. mid 90s) tonight

by hans on Apr 17, 2008 7:19 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

That was a relief, if inefficient.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:21 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

I’ll trade a short night for a good night from Fausto. Obviously we’d love to see some efficiency, but I just want to see him settle down and throw.

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

...throw strikes.

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Completely agreed, but I’d love to do < 10 pitches/at bat.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

If Carmona doesnt walk guys and stays around the zone, he’ll make up for it. This lineup isnt terribly patient, and he pitches to contact.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 7:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Miguel cabrera is a good hitter.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 7:21 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Thanks, Verlander. Nice to see you too. :)

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:24 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Carroll batting 2nd eh…

by supermarioelia on Apr 17, 2008 7:25 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Looked good on his first AB

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 7:29 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Is there a chance umps are squeezing the zone across the league? I’ve been noticing a lot of walks lately from lots of pitchers. Only random observation, not comprehensive, and certainly no explanation for CC’s troubles. Just wondering.

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:25 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

So far, Sportsline seems to agree on the calls.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yeah, Mike and Hammy agree too, but it just seems like its more pervasive. Then again, I might just be a little more sensitive after what I’ve been listening to.

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:27 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Hey, there are two Indians players on the base paths. What are they doing out there?

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Right now, I'll take .500 and run. I'm a cheap happy.

by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:27 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

shhhh. stop telling the future. I’m still waiting to see what happens!

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 7:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Actually, I just time machined myself there. That’s a first. ;-)

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

hey, ball 4! Alright!

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 7:29 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Two indians on base? Which base?

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 7:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

they’re both on third.

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:29 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Do it again! Do it again!

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:29 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

UNLEASH THE PRONK.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:29 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Pitch like an ace, Justin.

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 7:29 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Yes, pitch like our ace, CC.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 7:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Great at-bat for Carroll, that last pitch was real close.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 7:30 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Come on Travis, do your best Pronk impression.

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 7:30 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Maybe Verlander’s velocity is intentionally down because the indians can’t hit the slower shit.

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:30 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Lucky, but whatever it takes. C’mon Vic.

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Er, ch’mon Jhonny!

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

that was a swinging bunt. clearly.

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 7:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Cleanup time, Victor.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

I want me a Ghrand Shlam.

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:32 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

I’ll have what he’s having.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I’ll take another.

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:34 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Huh. I guess it’s up to Jhonny to get us on the board.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:32 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Shit, smart play. The only guy I’m not pitching to in this lineup is Vic.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 7:32 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

I really wish Garko was batting fifth.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 7:33 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

makes too much sense for Wedge to do.

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yes, the concept of protection is losing a bit of its appeal right now.

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:34 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

How such a smart organization does dumb things like batting Peralta ahead of Garko I don’t know. Garko is the more productive hitter. Stupid, Stupid.

by ClarkM on Apr 17, 2008 7:39 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Laptop is coming with me to the kitchen while I make some dinner. I’d like to still have an appetite by the time it’s done, Tribe. Thx.

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 7:33 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

blarf. nevermind.

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 7:36 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

nice, jhonny

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:34 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Wow, that about sums it up right there doesn’t it?

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:34 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Damn it, Jhonny.

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Right now, I'll take .500 and run. I'm a cheap happy.

by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:34 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

too bad this doesn’t make sense: HIRE ASDRUBAL

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Blah

One day I'll get over to watch the Tribe play

by new zealand tribe fan on Apr 17, 2008 7:35 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

sigh.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 7:35 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

FWIW, that was a good pitch from Verlander.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 7:36 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

And to think, these guys are still missing Granderson.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

note to self: loathe Renteria

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 7:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

I need to get away from following these games so closely. It just puts me in a foul mood. It’s sad how the success or failure of the Indians and Browns can affect my outlook and attitude.

GD freaking CC …

by SpringTrainingFun on Apr 17, 2008 7:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

I know, it makes no sense, but there it is.

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

remind me why I like this team…

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:42 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

The bad news is our players suck.

The good news is they’re all signed up long-term.

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 7:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I’m gonna call foul on this one. We’re down right now, but there is talent on this team. You can’t look past Grady and Victor, Gark is coming on, and I definitely still have faith in Asdrubal and hope for Gutz. This streak sucks; our players, not so much.

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 7:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I know. I like this team. I am still confident. But I’m allowed to be an asshole during times like this.

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 7:51 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

yea I like them too – but it pains me to watch them play when they play like they ~~have been~~ had been before this inning

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Cue backbreaking homerun. Wow, thank god that stayed in the park. Resolve, Fausto, poise!

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:43 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

I am calm and centered. I enjoy giving milk …

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:43 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

CC—WATCH. AND. LEARN.

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:44 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Bless you, Fausto.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:44 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

see—if he had been hitting 5th, we’d be up 1-0

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:46 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

We’re going to need to grit a few wins out until we warm up. Garko knows HBP.

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:47 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

MVVVVVVVVP!

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:48 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

is it too early to pinch hit dellucci?

by mpstable on Apr 17, 2008 7:49 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

or squeeze?

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I don’t know whether to laugh or cry

by Pronktastic on Apr 17, 2008 7:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Allright James Scott of Warren! I’ll take a six pack…

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:49 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

RBIs! I like those!

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:50 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

thank you, jason michaels, for making me wrong

by mpstable on Apr 17, 2008 7:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

1-0. Thanks for the sac, J-Mike.

Now get back on the bench.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

JMike yes

One day I'll get over to watch the Tribe play

by new zealand tribe fan on Apr 17, 2008 7:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

here comes the deluge

my helmet has, like, no pine tar on it.

by joeee on Apr 17, 2008 7:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Could be hero time, Casey. What say you?

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

:-)

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Casey and Gutz! what an unthinkable inning!

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Casey! Wow?

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Casey Blake???

by nomar363 on Apr 17, 2008 7:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

what?? im time machining! quick, details

my helmet has, like, no pine tar on it.

by joeee on Apr 17, 2008 7:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Double down the first base line. 2-0

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

To be fair, it was a bit of a jam job nubber that just skipped over the bag at first . . . . but they all count.

by mplswahoo on Apr 17, 2008 7:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Hammy: Maybe the world has turned!

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Casey Blake!!!!

One day I'll get over to watch the Tribe play

by new zealand tribe fan on Apr 17, 2008 7:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

There’s no way that just happened.

We’re delirious and hallucinating.

Obviously.

by Jay on Apr 17, 2008 7:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Down the rabbit hole we go.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

It’s the beverages/lettuce/vice of choice. Everyone here has resorted to excessive consumption of whatever it takes to get through this rough period.

by SpringTrainingFun on Apr 17, 2008 7:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

i kind of hate it when casey performs well. this makes me wrong.

my helmet has, like, no pine tar on it.

by joeee on Apr 17, 2008 7:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

From above:

Boy, the last third of our lineup is just terrifying. Here’s hoping the other six guys decide to hit something.

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 7:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Heh heh. In cases like this, I like nothing better than being called out.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Hear hear.

by Jay on Apr 17, 2008 7:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Time machine from the first day of the season when we liked Casey.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 8:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Gotta love baseball.

by Jay on Apr 17, 2008 7:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

what what what

my helmet has, like, no pine tar on it.

by joeee on Apr 17, 2008 7:55 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

nevermind, sizemore fly out

my helmet has, like, no pine tar on it.

by joeee on Apr 17, 2008 7:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

i have a fluid dynamics test tomorrow

my helmet has, like, no pine tar on it.

by joeee on Apr 17, 2008 7:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

studying is overrated

by RachelAnn on Apr 17, 2008 7:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

awwww – poor Beane. His new-stadium-so-we’ll-rebuild-effort isn’t going so well

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

pronksmash

my helmet has, like, no pine tar on it.

by joeee on Apr 17, 2008 7:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

(getting ahead of myself)

my helmet has, like, no pine tar on it.

by joeee on Apr 17, 2008 7:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I’m so accustomed to seeing “Cleveland 0” that I can make no sense of “Cleveland 2” on the scoreboard. Have we moved from 0hio a state that begins with a 2?

by Fiddlesticks on Apr 17, 2008 7:57 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

HIRE CARROLL. Permanently.

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 7:58 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

gamecast says that was a gritty single

my helmet has, like, no pine tar on it.

by joeee on Apr 17, 2008 7:58 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Irrational enthusiasm!

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 7:58 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

“he eneded up getting stuck on his back, almost like a turtle”
i don’t know why, but that manning line has me laughing

by mpstable on Apr 17, 2008 7:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

santiago “stuck on his back almost as if he was a turtle”

by haymister on Apr 17, 2008 7:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Jamie Carroll fan club here I come.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 7:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Those of you who were here to see them turn it around, stand up and be counted.

by NickFantana on Apr 17, 2008 7:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:00 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

2, been here since 1993, try the veal.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 8:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Cue backbreaking homerun…

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 8:00 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

followed by slow clap plus we all stand on our desks and throw our homework in the trash bin

my helmet has, like, no pine tar on it.

by joeee on Apr 17, 2008 8:00 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Guess I can trash my work desk

One day I'll get over to watch the Tribe play

by new zealand tribe fan on Apr 17, 2008 8:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Believe it. I’ve got class in an hour, only three more till I graduate, but I’d be ready to start drinking if Victor can take one out. Never mind.

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 8:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

awkwardly walk over to trash can and uncrinkle your homework, because you spent a long time on it.

my helmet has, like, no pine tar on it.

by joeee on Apr 17, 2008 8:04 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

No worries bub, we’ll drink on your behalf.

by SpringTrainingFun on Apr 17, 2008 8:05 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

throw this man a strike so we can psmash

my helmet has, like, no pine tar on it.

by joeee on Apr 17, 2008 8:00 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Verlander pitching like a true Cy Young winner.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:02 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

snerk

by Fiddlesticks on Apr 17, 2008 8:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

z

Indians have laid off a number of good pitches today. Verlander is missing like CC was yesterday…..juuuuuuuuust a bit off.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 8:03 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Just looking at Verlander’s pic – if that isn’t a living version of Mr. Potato Head I don’t know what is.

by SpringTrainingFun on Apr 17, 2008 8:03 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Pitch counts:

Dr. Fausto 45
Verlander 52

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:04 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

i love how fausto always has the tag sticking out of his jersey and never removes the decal from the underside of his cap brim.

by mpstable on Apr 17, 2008 8:08 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Heh, I left the sticker on my new “C” cap in silent tribute to this.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Easy inning. Good for efficiency. Good for blood pressure.

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 8:09 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

The bully breathes a sigh of relief.

by SpringTrainingFun on Apr 17, 2008 8:10 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

how many pitches was that inning?

my helmet has, like, no pine tar on it.

by joeee on Apr 17, 2008 8:09 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

This bottle of Fausto is good, but a little to airy (and line drivey) for my tastes. I like my Faustos with good earthy overtones.

by Fiddlesticks on Apr 17, 2008 8:09 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Nice.

by pdxtribefan on Apr 17, 2008 8:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

z

Woooot Fausto dealing.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 8:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

i should quit messin around and get mlb tv

my helmet has, like, no pine tar on it.

by joeee on Apr 17, 2008 8:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Ehhh, it’s sometimes hit or miss. I did not re-up this year.

by SpringTrainingFun on Apr 17, 2008 8:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yeah, but it’s all of 15 bucks to try for a whole month.

by Jay on Apr 17, 2008 8:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

♥ Fausto

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:11 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Don’t fight it.

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 8:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I like 10-pitch innings from Fausto better than 10-pitch at bats against Fausto. Go Carmona!

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 8:13 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

MVP.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Hits to both sides of the field. Just like back in Florida when he acted like he could hit!

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 8:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Right, and both were tough pitches that he went with…..turned quick on the inside fastball and went with the outside one. Im very surprised/happy/hopeful.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

zzzz

OK, yes, we are definitely in Bizarro World tonight.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:17 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

And leave it to The Beard to bring us back home, heh.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

It really is a pretty good beard, though. You have to give him that.

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 8:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I have those lame-o bald streaks on my both sides of my chin that make anything more than a few days stubble look absolutely silly. Thus, I will never know the feeling of ultimate beardliness and must live vicariously through those who do.

sob

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

He has so much damn chin space to cover it had better be a good beard.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

... and Michaels pulls up close to the Mendoza line.

Well, within 100 points of the Mendoza line.

Well, almost within 100 points.

by Jay on Apr 17, 2008 8:18 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Well done.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Thanks. Kind of reminds of me Ginny Sac’s diet.

by Jay on Apr 17, 2008 8:23 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Well done.

by supermarioelia on Apr 17, 2008 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Manning and Underwood just rappin about crayons and finger paints…..and adultery I think.

by NickFantana on Apr 17, 2008 8:22 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

No me gusta Miguel Cabrera.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:22 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

zz

Not to mince, but the Yankees rotation is freaking terrible.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 8:23 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

I think Cabrera just asked Peralta for a $5 Footlong from Subway. Either that, or they were discussing their….well, never mind.

by Fiddlesticks on Apr 17, 2008 8:25 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

carroll is doing a great job this year of helping us avoid the lowest form of baseball discussion

by mpstable on Apr 17, 2008 8:26 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

wow a stat that makes us look good.

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 8:26 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Me gusta el DP.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:26 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

how good does that feel

my helmet has, like, no pine tar on it.

by joeee on Apr 17, 2008 8:26 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Way to eschew, Jamie.

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 8:26 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Our radio boys make the point that Detroit has hit into 22 DPs, Cleveland only 9. See, when you’re not hitting, good things happen!

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 8:27 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs

With a general lack of quality 2B in the league, im very surprised that Carroll isnt starting somewhere. I know it’s a SSS, but he seems to be a very professional 2B.

Also! Fausto!

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 8:27 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

interesting point.

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 8:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Fausto = Best. Ace. Ever.

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 8:29 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Damn, I wish Grady, Pronk, and Vic could mash the ball with authority like Carroll, Gutz, and Blake do.

by Fiddlesticks on Apr 17, 2008 8:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

About the only way this month could get any weirder would be for Slider to take over as our set up man.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:36 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

C’mon, Jamey, hit another turtleball.

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 8:32 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

oppo flyout

my helmet has, like, no pine tar on it.

by joeee on Apr 17, 2008 8:36 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

So, how’s the holding of breath going?

by afh4 on Apr 17, 2008 8:36 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

I gave up. Too hard to hold my breath and drink my beer at the same time.

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

ocean of ominous silence

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

that is one of the better plays i have seen peralta make. and i am not one of those who think jhonny is a terrible defender
and he was safe…

by mpstable on Apr 17, 2008 8:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Peralta and Garko have angered a lot of first base coaches already this year.

by afh4 on Apr 17, 2008 8:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Ghold ghlove!

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 8:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

i don’t want to start a holy war, but has LGT ever done poll on the Wahoo issue? I personally love the block C and would be happy to get the chief off the unis.

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 8:40 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Check the fanposts.

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Not that I can remember.

by NickFantana on Apr 17, 2008 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I hope this is sarcasm. I fear it’s not.

by supermarioelia on Apr 17, 2008 9:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Do players have access to tvs during the game? I know they can wander back into the clubhouse but that seems like kind of a pain. Isn’t a bit surprising there isn’t a monitor in the dugout (or is there)?

by afh4 on Apr 17, 2008 8:41 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

too easy to steal signs?

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Probably a fair dose of paranoia preventing such

by NickFantana on Apr 17, 2008 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

That was super Faustoy.

by afh4 on Apr 17, 2008 8:42 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Return of Earthtone Fausto.

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 8:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

The wife says: Not Faustolicious? Faustotastic? Faustorageous?

by Jay on Apr 17, 2008 9:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I’m a simply man, Jay.

by afh4 on Apr 17, 2008 9:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I’m so envious of your accepting wife. Any girl I’ve ever mentioned LGT to has made a dash for the nearest exit. Screw them I say, LGT For Life. Or until some medium replaces the Internet.

by supermarioelia on Apr 17, 2008 10:00 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Mary won’t join and let you all mock him directly. He’s chicken.

by Julie on Apr 17, 2008 10:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Rollin rollin rollin’

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:42 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Shop smart. Shop V-Mart.

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 8:46 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

dont tempt me to open up photoshop.

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 8:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Victor stretches a double into a single.

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 8:46 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

if garko hits a gapper vic has a chance to turn two doubles into singles

by mpstable on Apr 17, 2008 8:48 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Then we’d have two Mack Trucks on the base paths with a Trans Am at the plate.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

complaining now?

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 8:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

that’s the only way to score vic from first base

by mpstable on Apr 17, 2008 8:51 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

lol – how about an inside-the-park-homer-turned-triple?

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 8:51 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Garko is my boy.

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 8:50 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

GOGO GARKO!

by Julie on Apr 17, 2008 8:50 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

He knew he couldn’t get Victor home any other way.

by Julie on Apr 17, 2008 8:50 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

GARKOOOOOOOOOO

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 8:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Underpants was NOT going to let something as trivial as a Garko home run get in the way of his stupid joke.

by Fiddlesticks on Apr 17, 2008 8:50 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

GARKO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

One day I'll get over to watch the Tribe play

by new zealand tribe fan on Apr 17, 2008 8:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Garko is immune to the rest of the Indians’ bullshit.

by afh4 on Apr 17, 2008 8:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Ok, no need for the Trans Am/Mack truck analogy for now.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Gonnie Garko!

by JulioBernazard on Apr 17, 2008 8:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Not only was it a bomb, it was a gritty bomb.

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 8:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Gawd, as lame as “souvenir city” is, I was so happy to hear it.

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 8:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

z

That was pitch #101 for The Verlander.

I approve of this inning.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Hammy had me thinking B2B. Sometimes I hate Hammy.

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 8:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Hey! Michaels gets on base! This night is AWESOME!

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 8:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Someone spiked the water. I believe none of this.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

J-Mike gets a gritty free single.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Ha! Anytime you feel like making a statement by throwing at Michaels, please, be my guest.

by Fiddlesticks on Apr 17, 2008 8:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

LOL, right? Please get the indians fired up by hitting their most worthless hitter. Bueno.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 8:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Some poor bastard just won a big screen off Garko.

And for what its worth Aufrank, the ball jumped off his bat. It just kind of died.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 8:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Time for an informal pool: which kitty gets drilled this game? Choose your horse.

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 8:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Shef. All the way.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Oh god PLEASE let it be Renteria.

I have not forgotten 1997.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 8:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Either or. I won’t be picky.

While we’re at it, someone call NY and have Pedroia beaned too.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I seriously almost had beer come out of my nose on that one.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 8:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

If there’s a god, it’s Sheffield.

by SuddenSam on Apr 17, 2008 8:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I think I vote Pedroia.

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 8:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

sadly, i am guessing none of them. it seems like the indians never retaliate

by mpstable on Apr 17, 2008 8:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

The Indians can’t afford to put guys on base. It’s stupid.

by Julie on Apr 17, 2008 8:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I hope its sheffield too.

The Disabled List just called ... it was trying to unload Joe Borowski. I offered a bagel but balked at giving up a ham sandwich.

by westbrook on Apr 17, 2008 8:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

If a Tiger doesn’t get plunked this inning I want Wedge fired.

by ASP on Apr 17, 2008 8:54 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

WHY WASN’T MICHAELS RUNNING

FIRE WEDGE

by afh4 on Apr 17, 2008 8:54 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Incidentally, Verlander’s quality start just went bye-bye.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

that was weak, Fausto. I wanted fastball, Magglio, back.

by ASP on Apr 17, 2008 8:57 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Hah. It was Santiago. Damn.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:57 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

Ahhh well. At least he did it.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 8:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Could have saved a few pitches, though.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 8:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

AHAHAHAA and Shef too.

Ok. Fausto, that’s enough for now.

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by vbc3 on Apr 17, 2008 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

snicker, thank you Fausto. /claps

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 9:00 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

This is so stupid.

Why are we throwing at anyone. We need to fucking win a game before we decide to make any statements.

by afh4 on Apr 17, 2008 8:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

With all due respect, eff that. This team needs to light a fire, and so be it if it involves plunking some guys. I agree with underpants, that pitch from Verlander seemed a little too deliberate. Remember when Looch got up in that guys face last year?

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 9:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

They have a five run lead. They need a win.

by Julie on Apr 17, 2008 9:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Oh, make it four. I guess it’s better to put runners on base.

by Julie on Apr 17, 2008 9:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

You don’t think winning some games might “light a fire”?

While the Tigers and Indians are comparing dick size the White Sox and Royals are winning games.

Fuck this. If we’re that obsessed with it, hit somebody in the 9th. Don’t hit someone in 6th in the middle of the goddamn lineup.

by afh4 on Apr 17, 2008 9:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Seems the Tribe is always laaaaaazy in April. I want to see them come out with some piss and vinegar and swagger. When Hafner dropped his bat after that homerun in Anaheim? Beautiful. Chirping at the ump? Means you care.

In sports, when you’re fiery, it means you have passion for the game. Kellen Winslow II? Love the kid. Huuuuuuge mouth, huuuuuuuuuge passion.

I still hate PEDroia though. Noun that verbhole.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 9:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

You going to make it over to the studio for baseball tonight later?

by afh4 on Apr 17, 2008 9:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

That is some dry cold cuts right there.

by Jay on Apr 17, 2008 9:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

sometimes I realize I have a lot of catching up to do on this board.

by aufrank on Apr 17, 2008 9:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

You’re doing great.

by Jay on Apr 18, 2008 9:53 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Burn.

by supermarioelia on Apr 17, 2008 10:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

So, he dropped his bat and yet they came home and have been kicked around. It’s silly to put posturing above wins.

by Julie on Apr 17, 2008 9:07 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Its a fever. Its spreading slowly.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

FWIW, I didn’t think he was throwing at him. I thought he lost the zone for a while there.

by NickFantana on Apr 17, 2008 10:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Are we all happy now?!

Yankees and Red Sox - MLB's Axis of Evil
(And ESPN is right in the middle)

by Spidey on Apr 17, 2008 8:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

I don’t care about macho posturing. I want to win the damned game.

by Julie on Apr 17, 2008 8:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

no offense, but you may lack the testosteronal fortitude to appreciate it.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 9:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

Well, I hope you appreciate the run that scored. It shore is purty.

by Julie on Apr 17, 2008 9:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I don’t mind, seriously. with a 5 run lead you cant pass up the opportunity to whack Iron Sheff.

"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"

by Gradysmanldy on Apr 17, 2008 9:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

I can’t defend the HBPs on a strategic basis, and I’m the last to buy into the whole psychology of the game, but it was appropriate to hit ONE guy. It’s good to know your coworkers are with you. Being a sport, things like this are often resolved through aggression.

If I had to guess, Santiago was the accident, but of course that makes the Sheff beaning dumb. Having survived it, it feels great.

by CBusSteve on Apr 17, 2008 9:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs