Spring Training Game Thread - DBacks vs. Indians
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 3:13 PM EST
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Do we still have the 75 word requirement? Let's Go Tribe. Let's Go Tribe.
Do we still have the 75 word requirement? Let's Go Tribe. Let's Go Tribe.
Do we still have the 75 word requirement? Let's Go Tribe. Let's Go Tribe.
Do we still have the 75 word requirement? Let's Go Tribe. Let's Go Tribe.
Do we still have the 75 word requirement? Let's Go Tribe. Let's Go Tribe.
Do we still have the 75 word requirement? Let's Go Tribe. Let's Go Tribe.
Do we still have the 75 word requirement? Let's Go Tribe. Let's Go Tribe.
Do we still have the 75 word requirement?
Do we still have the 75 word requirement?
Do we still have the 75 word requirement?
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Lopez singled, someone flied out, Lopez was caught stealing Shoppach-Droobs, then someone got out. Somehow. Indians coming to bat.
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 3:14 PM EST reply actions
Grady grounds out, first base unassisted.
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 3:16 PM EST reply actions
Shoppach pops up to first. 2nd inning time.
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 3:18 PM EST reply actions
Did anyone else have trouble loading the site in the 15 minutes around the game’s start time? Are we in bandwidth trouble?
Yeah, I couldn’t get to the site. It might not have anything to do with bandwidth though.
by cleveland teamer on Feb 26, 2009 3:24 PM EST up reply actions
yahoo did nothing wrong
I’m going lower caps on this one
by cleveland teamer on Feb 26, 2009 3:28 PM EST up reply actions
lower caps? lower case? I’m losing my mind here
by cleveland teamer on Feb 26, 2009 3:28 PM EST up reply actions
LaPorta misplayed a ball in LF. Should ahve been caught. Might have been lost in the sun or miscommunication between Matt and Grady. Gift double for Conor Jackson
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 3:21 PM EST reply actions
Much deeper voice than I expected. I don’t know why.
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 3:22 PM EST up reply actions
Dohf! Error on Laffey receiving the ball at first.
by cleveland teamer on Feb 26, 2009 3:26 PM EST reply actions
The fielding in this game reminds me of a spring training game.
by FredOx on Feb 26, 2009 3:27 PM EST reply actions 1 recs
my game thread is not uploading new comments for me. roar.
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 3:27 PM EST reply actions
here we go. Safari to the rescue.
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 3:27 PM EST reply actions
Pedro wouldn’t have gotten that DP ball.
by JRontherim on Feb 26, 2009 3:28 PM EST reply actions 1 recs
castro thinks Laffey is the guy for 5th starter
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 3:29 PM EST reply actions
I tend to agree with Castro, until proven wrong.
"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"
by Gradysmanldy on Feb 26, 2009 5:03 PM EST up reply actions
castro reference’s laffey’s work in game 6
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 3:30 PM EST reply actions
antonetti in the radio booth next inning
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 3:35 PM EST reply actions
Has this been suggested before? This should clearly be his nickname
by cleveland teamer on Feb 26, 2009 3:38 PM EST up reply actions
Laffey was responsible for his own unearned run, with an assist from LaPorta. Connor Jackson hit what was apparently a catchable flyball to left field that was dropped for a “double” then Mills fielded a grounder & flipped to Laffey, who whiffed on it which let Jackson score.
DISCLAIMER: I may be bitter.
Anybody know what the deal is with the radio? Normal Tribe radio commercials, effects and on-air plugs, but I have no idea who the guy in the booth is.
sorry i had to make some tea
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 3:46 PM EST up reply actions
Shelton’s in the TV booth. “Excited” about Hafner. Balls coming off the bat well, driving it the other way.
Man, I keep trying to temper my expectations for Hafner, but there’s definitely a part of me that’s hoping he’ll hit 35 or so bombs for us this year.
DISCLAIMER: I may be bitter.
Mine just acted like it was the start of the game
I'm *always* in the driver's seat, cugino -- Chuck
by Turkmenbashi on Feb 26, 2009 3:54 PM EST up reply actions
Nothing of earth-shattering. They talked a while about him but mostly stuff we already know.
Says they aren’t worried about the lack of home runs because his power is very projectible. Talked about strike zone judgement and how that has them excited. Said that he is a work in progress in the field.
And as APV mentioned, they marveled at his size. First thing mentioned, actually.
Willis now in the TV booth, describing Fausto as very good, very impressive this winter. I’m a little giddy with irrational exuberance this afternoon.
On the ESPN bottom line ticker thing, it was listing the top 3 regressing players for fantasy at each position. It was listing mostly logical players, guys like Tejada. Then under pitching, it had Carmona. I was almost offended. Then I remembered it was ESPN.
Yeah, if Carmona regresses to his mean, won’t he be better?
by cleveland teamer on Feb 26, 2009 4:26 PM EST up reply actions
I’m getting the feeling we’re going to get more production out of the #2 spot this year
by cleveland teamer on Feb 26, 2009 4:00 PM EST reply actions
HOLY GOD MY THROAT IS CURED. MILLS
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 4:01 PM EST reply actions
Beau Mills makes me feel like a natural woman.
by JRontherim on Feb 26, 2009 4:02 PM EST reply actions 1 recs
Mmmmhmmmm
I'm *always* in the driver's seat, cugino -- Chuck
by Turkmenbashi on Feb 26, 2009 4:04 PM EST up reply actions
+1 on this
"Mixed emotions. Rather see him hit PEDroia [with that pitch]. I don’t care if he is in the dugout"
by Gradysmanldy on Feb 26, 2009 5:06 PM EST up reply actions
hahaha laporta is so gangsta
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 4:11 PM EST reply actions
“Here’s a pitch from Rundles” – doesn’t inspire much confidence. It’s hard to say “Rundles” with a lot of authority.
why is mark reynolds stealing bases
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 4:14 PM EST reply actions
droobs trying the decoy on reynolds. i love him.
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 4:16 PM EST reply actions
oh yeah. dude is awesome.
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 4:17 PM EST up reply actions
yah i gotta write you an email
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 4:28 PM EST up reply actions
Yeah, more job openings announced today
I'm *always* in the driver's seat, cugino -- Chuck
by Turkmenbashi on Feb 26, 2009 4:28 PM EST up reply actions
There are, as far as I know, at least three positions open. Though two require a security clearance. But there are possibilities still, long story…
I'm *always* in the driver's seat, cugino -- Chuck
by Turkmenbashi on Feb 26, 2009 4:30 PM EST up reply actions
i can barely speak but i still yelled LAPORTAAAAAAAAAA
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 4:34 PM EST up reply actions
It makes me so happy to watch baseball again.
by ahowie on Feb 26, 2009 4:31 PM EST reply actions 1 recs
I don’t care what anyone says about the ineffectiveness of stolen bases. I want Grady to steal every time he gets on base.
I'm *always* in the driver's seat, cugino -- Chuck
yeah isn’t it worth it for most situations if the player is >75% or so
by cleveland teamer on Feb 26, 2009 4:34 PM EST up reply actions
wait how did we score 3 more
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 4:34 PM EST reply actions
I like the idea that we’re going to have dueling gamethreads here, one an hour ahead of the other.
DISCLAIMER: I may be bitter.
i am captivated by this vp’s voice
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 4:42 PM EST up reply actions
this is a massive time machine
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 4:44 PM EST up reply actions
I’ve decided to go by the smallest sample sizes possible. Clearly Cassel is destined to be our next Cy Young winner after that last strike he threw.
DISCLAIMER: I may be bitter.
i’m gonna fight mediacom. seriously.
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 4:50 PM EST reply actions
and being very honest about his own career
- “When I was called up in ‘98 I wasn’t ready.”
- “When I got a chance to be the everyday 3B in ’04 with the Braves I fell on my face and Chipper moved back from the outfield.”
So it seems Shaw was right and Castro was wrong regarding the pitchers for today. Wonder if something changed for them to be different.
You didn’t hear? Adam Miller has a blister….
::ducks::
by Logodaedalus on Feb 26, 2009 5:13 PM EST up reply actions
Is it pronounced WEG-lurz or WEG-larze? I assumed the former
by cleveland teamer on Feb 26, 2009 5:18 PM EST reply actions
Did anyone notice this blurb from Castro the other day
Michael Brantley is not on that BA list, but he probably should be. Because of his build, his maturity, his skills and the fact that he’s only 21 and still improving, some higher-ups around here are starting to think he might be the best player the Indians acquired last summer.
dude it’s the second game. you gotta be all about these right now.
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 5:29 PM EST up reply actions
thanks, I’ve read Diatribe for awhile and saw Paul was writing some in the Indians Annual book, now I’m hooked on this site too
by Clevo's Finest on Feb 26, 2009 5:35 PM EST up reply actions
Underwood just said “Astros might take the lead here!” And yes, he was describing this game. HE JUST SAID IT AGAIN
I swear this wasn’t here when I posted….
by Logodaedalus on Feb 26, 2009 5:37 PM EST up reply actions
i can’t believe this VP is still in the radio booth
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 5:37 PM EST reply actions
man, the TV is ahead of the gameday audio
by Clevo's Finest on Feb 26, 2009 5:40 PM EST up reply actions
I had visions of Grady catching it against the wall, then I realized it was Barfield. Didn’t play it too badly though, I’ll give him credit for that.
DISCLAIMER: I may be bitter.
Yes, play Barfield and Garko in LF is nuts, but anything to get Delucchi off the roster..
Glad he’s doing OK
by Clevo's Finest on Feb 26, 2009 5:42 PM EST up reply actions
Time machine for those watching it an hour behind: Tomo Ohka is going to be terrible.
DISCLAIMER: I may be bitter.
Oh, sorry, I was just cursing at the game.
by Logodaedalus on Feb 26, 2009 5:45 PM EST up reply actions
Nice. I just got notice that there’s a water main break for my area and I should not use any water until further notice.
I bet that makes you feel really thirsty
by Logodaedalus on Feb 26, 2009 5:47 PM EST up reply actions
At least you don’t live in southern AZ where it’s 87 with 5% humidity in February
by Logodaedalus on Feb 26, 2009 5:51 PM EST up reply actions
i just poured some out and refilled my glass, took one sip, then dumped it out angain twice. because i can.
by Brick. on Feb 26, 2009 5:48 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
Part-time MBA program. Systems class.
LGT saves lives.
by bewwolv on Feb 26, 2009 6:14 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
i am not paying attention anymore
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 5:54 PM EST up reply actions
this is a really hot reference.
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 5:59 PM EST up reply actions
I hate it.. it’s enough having to pay for it every year, and having to mess with it to make it listenable, but I get pissed when it does stuff like this
by Clevo's Finest on Feb 26, 2009 6:06 PM EST up reply actions
listenable= turn down treble and bass all the way, turn volume on the player VERY LOW, volume on the computer pretty high, then hook to a stereo system, turn down bass and treble again and turn it up loud
by Clevo's Finest on Feb 26, 2009 6:08 PM EST up reply actions
it scared the hell out of me.
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 6:04 PM EST up reply actions
Kirk Saarloos tried to give Tomo Ohka a run for his money, it’s like 15-9 now.
DISCLAIMER: I may be bitter.
he reminds me of Stephen Head, size-, weight and handedness-wise
by Logodaedalus on Feb 26, 2009 6:17 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
tell me there’s some Rondon on the way
by cleveland teamer on Feb 26, 2009 6:17 PM EST reply actions
i’m going to use that phrase
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 6:23 PM EST up reply actions
I’m off of Go-dirt.
I am interested in what Edell does. I like guys who do one thing exceptionally well. Edell has fantastic control. Wyatt Toregas is a stud defensive catcher (at least in controlling the running game). Trevor Crowe…um…is great at getting more attention than his performance should merit.
I feel like dudes who are great defensive catchers generally get a look in the majors with someone because teams are willing to punt on catcher offense more than anyone else (see: Brad Ausmus), so I feel like Toregas will get a shot with someone.
DISCLAIMER: I may be bitter.
I am only interested in prospects featured in the 2009 Indians Annual
Buy it!
by cleveland teamer on Feb 26, 2009 6:24 PM EST up reply actions
I’ve been using that a lot while listening to these games. I wish it had an index though.
by Clevo's Finest on Feb 26, 2009 6:26 PM EST up reply actions
did he say anything or just casually try to use Dbacks
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 6:19 PM EST up reply actions
“back here in Arizona, where the Arizona Diamondbacks lead the Indians 15-9…”
by Logodaedalus on Feb 26, 2009 6:20 PM EST up reply actions
with stress intonation on “Diamondbacks”
by Logodaedalus on Feb 26, 2009 6:21 PM EST up reply actions
I believe he acts. While wearing a toga.
by Logodaedalus on Feb 26, 2009 6:25 PM EST up reply actions
Whether or not you actually wear a toga, I choose to believe that you do.
by Logodaedalus on Feb 26, 2009 6:28 PM EST up reply actions
YOU PLAY JESUS?
Travis Hafner is overrated. Clarity is underrated. David Dellucci is David Dellucci.
by westbrook on Feb 26, 2009 7:51 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
i got a 12 pack of 22 oz goose island 312’s.
for $11.
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 6:30 PM EST up reply actions
was the place going out of business? when i was in college there was a real sketchy place near campus that would sell you old stock for dirt cheap – i seem to recall my friend and I going home with as many tall boys of King Cobra we could fit in our bags for $10
nope. the most reputable beer store in iowa.
So 2009.
by Gradyforpresident on Feb 26, 2009 6:34 PM EST up reply actions
just had a Boulder Mojo IPA.. 10% ABV… so tasty.
by Clevo's Finest on Feb 26, 2009 6:31 PM EST up reply actions
“so tell me, what kind of stuff does Ohka have these days”
"well, you know, he’s an interesting guy. he’s got a nice straight fastball that sits around 84-85 mph. a curve that doesn’t have too much of a break – nobody likes a guy who’s greedy – and a 82 mph straight change.
by APV on Feb 26, 2009 6:32 PM EST reply actions 1 recs
THIS THREAD IS BEING HIJACKED!!!!!
I would like to wish Mark DeRosa a very happy 34th birthday.
THIS THREAD NOW IS BEING RETURNED TO THE INMATES AT THE ASYLUM.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
You didn’t believe all of us Cubs fans when we can over here right after the trade?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
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