Game Thread 2: April 19, 2009

I will type first, but I’m probably second or third

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 2:24 PM EDT reply actions

well, maybe not

woot!!!!

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 2:24 PM EDT up reply actions

LGT

So 2009.

by Gradyforpresident on Apr 19, 2009 2:24 PM EDT reply actions

More runs = victory.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:24 PM EDT reply actions

I want that run back. Then another.

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 2:24 PM EDT reply actions

Droobs has Bonds discipline

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 2:25 PM EDT reply actions

Not a strike!

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:25 PM EDT reply actions

Runner on base.

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 2:26 PM EDT reply actions

I’m a big droobs fan.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:26 PM EDT reply actions

Wow just looking at the boxscore here….when did we get such pretty batting averages?

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 2:26 PM EDT reply actions

Yesterday, I think. :)

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions

Yesterday

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:27 PM EDT up reply actions

Burnett has had blister problems? Wasn’t that Beckett?

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:26 PM EDT reply actions

Wasn’t that Adam Mil…..ah crap.

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 2:27 PM EDT up reply actions

Yeah, douchebag mixup. Simple mistake.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:27 PM EDT up reply actions

Are blisters more conducive to certain people?

I pitched and never had blisters.

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 2:26 PM EDT reply actions

Depends on the skin quality. Some people just have thinner skin on their hands and can’t toughen it up.

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 2:28 PM EDT up reply actions

At Pinstripe Alley…

Damn?
Maybe the Indians are just this good?
by FreeBradshaw on Apr 19, 2009 2:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:26 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs

I want to rec his…not yours.

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 2:27 PM EDT up reply actions

They’ve got 13 comments..we’re on gamethread number 2.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:27 PM EDT up reply actions

This was far and away my fave from yesterday.

What we need

is to trade Wang and some prospects for Halladay

by emille2 on Apr 18, 2009 4:44 PM EDT

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:29 PM EDT up reply actions

That’s absurd.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:30 PM EDT up reply actions

I just laughed a Triscuit up my nose laughing at that. Hopefully Shapiro is on the phone trying to beat the Yankees to the punch on this.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 2:30 PM EDT up reply actions

Pavano and Mills?

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 2:31 PM EDT up reply actions

The sad thing is, that guy was likely 100% serious and expects it to happen.

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 2:31 PM EDT up reply actions

They can’t possibly have any prospects.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions

I think ‘Wang and some prospects’ was this guy’s nickname for something else.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions

I actually really liked that they though they could just order Wang to the minors.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions

Maybe the Yankees are just this bad?

by odradek on Apr 19, 2009 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions 2 recs

rrrrrec

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions

Pavano has not been getting that 1-0 pitch.

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 2:27 PM EDT reply actions

And there’s a reason for that.

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 2:29 PM EDT up reply actions

Quick work there.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:32 PM EDT up reply actions

Ohhhh Hammy you had me there.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:28 PM EDT reply actions

Oh I thought that was GONE. AHHH Grady.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:28 PM EDT reply actions

Good cut, just got underneath it a hair.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:29 PM EDT up reply actions

damn u, hammy

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 2:28 PM EDT reply actions

Could you imagine if this was his home base? There would be so many people that get their hopes up.

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 2:29 PM EDT up reply actions

damnit, Hammy made my heart stop

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 2:28 PM EDT reply actions

I know. Those calls freeze my brain for about 5 minutes.

by JimmyAB on Apr 19, 2009 2:31 PM EDT up reply actions

Any flyball to right…I’m assuming it’s gone.

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 2:28 PM EDT reply actions

Totally.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:30 PM EDT up reply actions

That’s confusing.

I refuse to ever root for a team that routinely does the MVP chant for opposing players.

by TheVanillaGorilla on Apr 19, 2009 2:29 PM EDT reply actions

And the only guys with truly disappointing OPSs are Crowe, Barfield, Francisco and Graffanino. That sounds about right.

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 2:29 PM EDT reply actions

Francisco is confusing me.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:33 PM EDT up reply actions

This it totally impressionistic, but it seems like he’s hit the ball really hard so far, but that a lot of those have been right at fielders. I don’t know, it seems like he’s got more pop than previously, so far.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 2:36 PM EDT up reply actions

2008: .297 BA/bip, 18.3 LD%
2009: .269 BA/bip, 22.2 LD%

You may be right, but I don’t think there’s enough in the numbers to back you. He’s always had a nice-looking swing.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions

How is he watching that pitch?

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 2:30 PM EDT reply actions

Well done droooobs

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:33 PM EDT reply actions

Burnett at 78 pitches, Pavano at 58.

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 2:37 PM EDT reply actions

>15 pitch inning would be huge

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:40 PM EDT up reply actions

8

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 2:40 PM EDT up reply actions

I think he meant more than 15 for Burnett.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions

Doh!

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions

Haha I was with you on that one.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions

I still have to think of < and > as little Pac-Mans, eating whichever number is bigger.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions

Here you go, sir.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:40 PM EDT up reply actions

65 pitches for Pavano. I think he’s got at least 2 more in him if he keeps his head in the game.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions

Burnett’s gonna pitch 7 at this rate, which makes it pretty likely that they’ll suppress runs. If Pavano is able to keep that pace and protect his cushion at the same time, we’ll be in good shape.

by jhon on Apr 19, 2009 2:40 PM EDT up reply actions

If so, then it could be Burnett, Bruney – 8, Rivera – 9. We need more off AJ.

by dgcambridge on Apr 19, 2009 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions

We are, you know, winning the game, right?

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions

Sorry, just trying to scope out the worst case. Be more positive!

by dgcambridge on Apr 19, 2009 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions

I think they’ll give AJ up to 120 pitches though. They push their starters pretty hard. One more run would be very helpful. This could be a rare situation where I would like to see a bunt if we start the inning with a runner on, out of respect for AJ. He’s pitching very well, despite the three runs.

by jhon on Apr 19, 2009 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions

Not sure I understand why Shoppach is in today’s game from an offensive standpoint. The Annual tells me that he sucks against curveballs, especially from RHP. So considering Burnett is on the mound….

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 2:39 PM EDT reply actions

it seems like Wedge is matching him up with Pavano, right?

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 2:40 PM EDT up reply actions

Yeah maybe, but let me dream.

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions

Ben Francisco against RHP curveballs: .300
Shoppach: .040

Wouldn’t have minded Vic behind the plate, Garko at 1st and Benny in the field. But don’t mind me, I’m just well read.

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions

I know it’s easy to forget, but Ben had two awful ABs yesterday, and one of them when the score was still relevant.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions

Yeah I didn’t watch the game yesterday, I was too busy SAVING LIVES. No seriously, I was just hitting on nurses, but I heard we did well.

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 2:43 PM EDT up reply actions

You didn’t miss much.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions

Either way, those are two very important parts of your job.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions

Pavano = Cruising.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:40 PM EDT reply actions

Pavano is dealing

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 2:40 PM EDT reply actions

This is so great.

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 2:40 PM EDT reply actions

10.50 for Pavano.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:41 PM EDT reply actions

12:3 K:BB.

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 2:43 PM EDT up reply actions

Hamilton is sure convinced that Pavano is pitching for both teams today.

by JimmyAB on Apr 19, 2009 2:44 PM EDT reply actions

His pitch count must be getting up there.

http://mlb.mlb.com/media/video.jsp?content_id=4114213

by sarcasmdave on Apr 19, 2009 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions

Not more than CC…

by JimmyAB on Apr 19, 2009 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions

Jose Reyes is FAST

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:44 PM EDT reply actions

Jhonny is due.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:45 PM EDT reply actions

For a walk, anyway.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions

Does 5-7 really qualify as a “cold” start???

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 2:45 PM EDT reply actions

If you’re Tampa, sure.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions

Or if you’re TBS and you pay attention to baseball for a few hours a week.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions

Er. Morning.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 2:47 PM EDT reply actions

You’re late.

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions

Sleep was good to me.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 2:48 PM EDT up reply actions

Only if you’re on the west coast.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions

Betcha expected us to be up 24 by now.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 2:48 PM EDT up reply actions

I expected one team or the other to be.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 2:48 PM EDT up reply actions

You’ve got to admit that a Pavano-related pitcher’s duel is tough to predict.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:49 PM EDT up reply actions

First “real” ball game at the new Yankee stadium.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 2:50 PM EDT up reply actions

Forgot to look in my crystal ball before bed. Sorry.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 2:51 PM EDT up reply actions

Jhonny Peralta is my new role model. Sweet, sweet calm-eyed bliss.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:48 PM EDT reply actions

Chip Carey pointing out that the Marlins won’t play 10-1 baseball all year and the NL East race is still very much in doubt, what with 151 games remaining.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 2:48 PM EDT reply actions

you mean they aren’t going to go 147-15?

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 2:54 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs

Urk.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 2:49 PM EDT reply actions

Ugggghhhhhh.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:49 PM EDT reply actions

Crap.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 2:49 PM EDT reply actions

Yeah that was nice from Cano.

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 2:50 PM EDT reply actions

I grudgingly agree.

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 2:50 PM EDT up reply actions

I trust in Hamilton’s emotive play-by-play, so it must have been reallllly nice.

by JimmyAB on Apr 19, 2009 2:54 PM EDT up reply actions

Hold steady, Carl.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:52 PM EDT reply actions

Those empty seats behind home plate are continuing to piss me off.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 2:52 PM EDT reply actions

They amuse me silly. They’re gonna have to hire people just to sit there for televised games if this keeps up. Kinda like the Oscars.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:54 PM EDT up reply actions

That would be hilarious.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 2:57 PM EDT up reply actions

Ruh roh.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:54 PM EDT reply actions

Ugh.

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 2:54 PM EDT reply actions

Shit. And THE CAPTAIN is up.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 2:54 PM EDT reply actions

Dread.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:55 PM EDT up reply actions

Duuuuggh

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 2:55 PM EDT reply actions

Perez up. Ugh.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 2:55 PM EDT reply actions

My reaction too.

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 2:56 PM EDT up reply actions

“I’m just gonna get drunk while you’re pitchin’, there.”

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:56 PM EDT reply actions

Uh. Perez warming? Seriously?

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:56 PM EDT reply actions

That was a strike!

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 2:56 PM EDT reply actions

He’s getting squeezed a little bit..Ump was much more generous with Burnett.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:56 PM EDT reply actions

Double Play, please.

by JimmyAB on Apr 19, 2009 2:56 PM EDT reply actions

YES YES

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 2:56 PM EDT reply actions

NICE

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:57 PM EDT reply actions

Clutch!

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:57 PM EDT reply actions

double play!

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 2:57 PM EDT reply actions

JETER SUCKS

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 2:57 PM EDT reply actions

That was so clutch.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 2:57 PM EDT reply actions

DP YES

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 2:57 PM EDT reply actions

CLUTCH DOUBLE PLAY

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:57 PM EDT reply actions

HAHAHAHAHAHA. So clutch it hurts.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 2:57 PM EDT reply actions

DP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! for the cap’n!!

by dgcambridge on Apr 19, 2009 2:57 PM EDT reply actions

Leadership.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:57 PM EDT reply actions 2 recs

this made me lol.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 2:58 PM EDT up reply actions

woo!

http://mlb.mlb.com/media/video.jsp?content_id=4114213

by sarcasmdave on Apr 19, 2009 2:57 PM EDT reply actions

Hamtilon: “Jeter hits into a a lot of double plays”

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 2:57 PM EDT reply actions

Get Damon!

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 2:57 PM EDT reply actions

He got him!

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 2:58 PM EDT up reply actions

Great, great. Sit down, Raffy.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:57 PM EDT reply actions

WOW That was nice from Jhonny…that one camera angle was sick.

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 2:58 PM EDT reply actions

Ohhhhh boy.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 2:58 PM EDT reply actions

Ugh. Turtletime.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 2:58 PM EDT reply actions

Eff.

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 2:58 PM EDT reply actions

Shit. The only Yankee who actually scares me now.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 2:58 PM EDT reply actions

and he only cost 1.4 billion.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 2:59 PM EDT up reply actions

Carl’s got this boxed up to go.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:59 PM EDT up reply actions

Crap. Making it difficult for himself, Pavano is.

by JimmyAB on Apr 19, 2009 2:58 PM EDT reply actions

Hell yes. Right on the shin. I’m all for it.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 2:58 PM EDT reply actions

terrible outcome. if you’re gonna hit him, hit him somewhere where it hurts more.

http://mlb.mlb.com/media/video.jsp?content_id=4114213

by sarcasmdave on Apr 19, 2009 2:58 PM EDT reply actions

Which Yankee made the worst comments about Pavano?

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 2:59 PM EDT reply actions

Yankee fan: “Booooo! you hit our player and put the tying run on base for our best hitter. Booo!”

by dgcambridge on Apr 19, 2009 2:59 PM EDT reply actions

To be fair, I think that the number of people at the game today qualifies as SSS.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:00 PM EDT up reply actions

Like I said, these “fans” don’t actually know the rules or strategy of baseball.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:00 PM EDT up reply actions

Come on, Pavano. One more out. Icy cold.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:00 PM EDT reply actions

Jesus, Pavano. Nice pitch. Now NEVER THROW THAT AGAIN.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:00 PM EDT reply actions

I’m thinking Darling wouldn’t include “Nationals” on his list of teams who had the resources to sign Teixeira.

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 3:00 PM EDT reply actions

damn, that 2-1 pitch was very hittable

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 3:00 PM EDT reply actions

WALK HIM!

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:00 PM EDT reply actions

Thank you.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:01 PM EDT up reply actions

not the worst outcome, i guess

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:01 PM EDT reply actions

Burnett gets that pitch.

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 3:01 PM EDT reply actions

Rivera certainly did

by macasson on Apr 19, 2009 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions

Loads em up. Wheeeeeee.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:01 PM EDT reply actions

NO NOT PEREZ NOW

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:01 PM EDT reply actions

He’s got this.

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 3:01 PM EDT reply actions

Why did the Yankees run? That just lets the Indians walk Texiera. It’s like there’s no one with a brain in that dugout.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:01 PM EDT reply actions

Yeah, who would ever want to get the tying run into scoring position?

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions

Pavano is simply setting this up so he can show the Yankees his balls.

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 3:01 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs

Teabag party, coming up.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions

Jogging Wedge, OK…

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 3:01 PM EDT reply actions

WEDGE: “Here’s what I’m thinking, is fuck them up, Carl.”

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:01 PM EDT reply actions 2 recs

Alright Wedge, good decision.

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 3:02 PM EDT reply actions

Wedge3000 sensed insecurity.

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 3:02 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs

No tension. Not here. Nuh uh.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:02 PM EDT reply actions

Interesting that Wedge went out there instead of Willis.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:02 PM EDT reply actions

z

can’t stand this……

by dgcambridge on Apr 19, 2009 3:02 PM EDT reply actions

Rise up………..

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 3:03 PM EDT reply actions

Cmon baby.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:03 PM EDT reply actions

Hosed.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:03 PM EDT reply actions

WE WANT SWISHER!

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs

Not a belly itcher!!!

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT up reply actions

YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions

YES!

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions

YES!!!

http://mlb.mlb.com/media/video.jsp?content_id=4114213

by sarcasmdave on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions

Oh. Fuck. Yes.

by JimmyAB on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions

nicKKK swisher

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions

K!

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions

F YEAH!!!

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions

YES

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions

And HERE come the Indians!!!!!!

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs

Great pitch.

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions

Wooooooooooooooooooooooo!

by Chemo on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions

SWUUUNG ON and missed.

by dgcambridge on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs

STALK OFF

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs

When Darling just talks pitching he becomes a very good announcer.

by macasson on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions

Carl Pavano: See my balls, Yanks?! THEY’RE GIGANTIC

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions 3 recs

Thanks.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions

Pavano > Swisher

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions

CHAMPIONSHIP

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions

I LOVE THIS TEAM!

by Chief WaDrew on Apr 19, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions

Bottom of the order coming up in the 7th; do you let Pavano come back out?

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:05 PM EDT reply actions

Nope. Nope. No sir. No.

by dgcambridge on Apr 19, 2009 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions

Why not? It’s not like he got knocked around in that inning.

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions

That’s just my gut reaction. It’s not an obvious error to do so. But here’s a guy who hasn’t exactly been logging innings the past few years. And I want to take this positive start and bottle it up for him. And he’s was still struggling last inning.

by dgcambridge on Apr 19, 2009 3:07 PM EDT up reply actions

I think you at least let him start the inning — pull him at the first sign of trouble…

by Logodaedalus on Apr 19, 2009 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions

I would.

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions

Over Raffy P? I would.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions

Sadly, this.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions

I think it’s a really close call. Our set up has been awful.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions

Pretty sure I agree.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:07 PM EDT up reply actions

sure do

by macasson on Apr 19, 2009 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions

I dunno, on one hand, he wasn’t doing anything especially wrong there, but on the other hand, that means they’re timing him up better. And if you pull him, he sits down knowing he did his job. Long season, all that.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions

Actually, we put up a crooked number in this inning and then bring him back.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:07 PM EDT up reply actions

This.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:08 PM EDT up reply actions

Part of me is really hoping Wood can get a save at some point this year

by Chief WaDrew on Apr 19, 2009 3:08 PM EDT up reply actions

9.69, 89 pitches.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:05 PM EDT reply actions

single digits!

by Logodaedalus on Apr 19, 2009 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions

“Swish!”: the sound of bat moving through air…

by Logodaedalus on Apr 19, 2009 3:05 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs

Oh. Hey. I better breathe now, I guess.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:05 PM EDT reply actions

Quality start!!!! Fire up a bonus!

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:05 PM EDT reply actions

OH MY GOD.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions

Thank God you woke up for this.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions

What is this madness?

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:08 PM EDT up reply actions

PAVANO BITCHES

So 2009.

by Gradyforpresident on Apr 19, 2009 3:05 PM EDT reply actions

Been at a little league game (Yankees lost that game, too). Someone tell me about Pavano.

by FredOx on Apr 19, 2009 3:08 PM EDT reply actions

The line is an accurate reflection.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:08 PM EDT up reply actions

HE HATES THE YANKEES

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:08 PM EDT up reply actions

Gotten away with a few mistakes, but fairly good movement on his pitches, which is good since he isn’t throwing particularly hard.

Overall, about 100x better than we should reasonably expect.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:09 PM EDT up reply actions

This feels like a big run – bunt him over.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:08 PM EDT reply actions

steal the bag

by macasson on Apr 19, 2009 3:09 PM EDT up reply actions

Insurance now.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:08 PM EDT reply actions

You’d know what street it’s on if you had ever taken the subway there, jackass.

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 3:08 PM EDT reply actions

Garko ran faster to 1st there than he did to pick up that ball that Grady dove and missed on. Man Garko what is your deal.

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 3:09 PM EDT reply actions

Kelly no bunt.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:09 PM EDT reply actions

Kelly no bunt!

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:10 PM EDT up reply actions

NO BUNTING DAMMIT.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:09 PM EDT reply actions

to be fair, we aren’t bunting. we’re just tipping it foul.

by dgcambridge on Apr 19, 2009 3:10 PM EDT up reply actions

We’re suddenly the Twins?

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:10 PM EDT reply actions

I understand why you’d want to bunt here, but please, don’t do it with Shoppach.

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 3:10 PM EDT reply actions

HAH

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:10 PM EDT reply actions

Bunt schmunt.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:10 PM EDT reply actions

There, that took care of it.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:10 PM EDT reply actions

Well done Crowe!

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 3:10 PM EDT reply actions

GREAT SACRIFICE KELLY

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:10 PM EDT reply actions

AND NICE CHIN

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:10 PM EDT up reply actions

Mental bunt by Kelly

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 3:10 PM EDT reply actions

Nice bunt, Kelly!

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 3:11 PM EDT reply actions

That’s one way to move the runner.

http://mlb.mlb.com/media/video.jsp?content_id=4114213

by sarcasmdave on Apr 19, 2009 3:11 PM EDT reply actions

If your name is not Robbie Alomar and you are not the best bunter of your generation or it is not the bottom of the 9th in the playoffs, I freaking do not want you bunting for my team.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:11 PM EDT reply actions

men on 1 and 2, no outs, down by 1, I want my guys bunting.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:12 PM EDT up reply actions

If your guy is Robbie Alomar.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:13 PM EDT up reply actions

Come on, Droobs!

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:11 PM EDT reply actions

Crowe in is actually a nice Xs and Os move for Wedge. Speed on the paths and defensive replacement.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:11 PM EDT reply actions

/jittery

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:12 PM EDT reply actions

JUST a bit outside.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:12 PM EDT reply actions

WP!

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:12 PM EDT reply actions

Another bunt!

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:12 PM EDT reply actions

more advancement!

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:12 PM EDT reply actions

here we go!

by macasson on Apr 19, 2009 3:12 PM EDT reply actions

Wow.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:12 PM EDT reply actions

Awesome. Burnett is losing control.

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 3:12 PM EDT reply actions

Boy, Burnett is having a sub-par day.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:12 PM EDT reply actions

Dangerous in those $2600 seats.

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 3:12 PM EDT reply actions

Complimentary creme brulee ice packs.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:13 PM EDT up reply actions

Handcut New York strip steaks for black eyes.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:14 PM EDT up reply actions

Yankees want our runner on third.

by JimmyAB on Apr 19, 2009 3:12 PM EDT reply actions

He’s got blisters on his fingers.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:13 PM EDT reply actions

buhwhaaaanngg

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:13 PM EDT up reply actions

would it surprise anyone to see burnett land on the dl monday morning?

by macasson on Apr 19, 2009 3:14 PM EDT up reply actions

just one more WP here….

by Logodaedalus on Apr 19, 2009 3:13 PM EDT reply actions

Insurance run, please.

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 3:13 PM EDT reply actions

Burnett’s wild pitch almost broke someone martini glass. Unsophisticated bastard.

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 3:13 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs

Take the walk..let’s go for the big inning.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:13 PM EDT reply actions

Double steal?

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:13 PM EDT reply actions

Haven’t seen that since the days of Grover

by Chief WaDrew on Apr 19, 2009 3:14 PM EDT up reply actions

Cabrera is like Bonds without the intentional walks.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:13 PM EDT reply actions

…yet.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:14 PM EDT up reply actions

no pen still!

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:14 PM EDT reply actions

Please no K, Grady.

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 3:14 PM EDT reply actions

I heard the Chinese Olympic strategy described as “walk, steal second, steal third, score on a wild pitch.” Almost there.

by FredOx on Apr 19, 2009 3:14 PM EDT reply actions

That was the only way that team could score.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:15 PM EDT up reply actions

I love our plate discipline this season.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:14 PM EDT reply actions

I love our 1,847 homers in Yankee Stadium.

by FredOx on Apr 19, 2009 3:15 PM EDT up reply actions

Better strategy – make him throw strikes. Not sure he can do it now. I’m feeling a HR for Grady right now on a grooved fastball.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:15 PM EDT reply actions

/jittery

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:15 PM EDT reply actions

Damn it, Grades.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:16 PM EDT reply actions

come on, grady. get this run in!

by macasson on Apr 19, 2009 3:16 PM EDT reply actions

That’s not almost right down the middle, Ron. It’s nowhere near the middle.

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 3:17 PM EDT reply actions

When in Rome.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:17 PM EDT up reply actions

yes? Please continue …

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 3:18 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs

Droobs better run on this pitch.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:17 PM EDT reply actions

GRADY!

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:17 PM EDT reply actions

juiced

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:17 PM EDT reply actions

Oh man. BB # 7.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:17 PM EDT reply actions

OK, DeRo! Let’s go!!!

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:17 PM EDT reply actions

Oh baby, Yankees bullpen.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:17 PM EDT reply actions

come on, derosa. get these runs in!

by macasson on Apr 19, 2009 3:18 PM EDT reply actions

okay, let’s get atleast one run in.

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 3:18 PM EDT reply actions

I’m more in the mood for bases clearing double or triple. But one will suffice as a start.

by JimmyAB on Apr 19, 2009 3:19 PM EDT up reply actions

That fat blonde chick they just showed is my new all-time favorite Yankees fan.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:18 PM EDT reply actions

The robot bald guy yesterday was mine. Cah-reepy.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:18 PM EDT up reply actions

And by “Creepy”, you mean AWESOME.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:19 PM EDT up reply actions

Animatronic, at least.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:20 PM EDT up reply actions

Should I buy an Xbox 360 or PS3?

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:18 PM EDT reply actions

MLB The Show is only on PS

http://mlb.mlb.com/media/video.jsp?content_id=4114213

by sarcasmdave on Apr 19, 2009 3:19 PM EDT up reply actions

Is it awesome?

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:20 PM EDT up reply actions

I’ve enjoyed that series more than any other baseball video games since RBI.

http://mlb.mlb.com/media/video.jsp?content_id=4114213

by sarcasmdave on Apr 19, 2009 3:21 PM EDT up reply actions

But there are no other games for the PS.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:20 PM EDT up reply actions

SizeBorg assimilates first base.

by FredOx on Apr 19, 2009 3:18 PM EDT reply actions

Why does it make me so angry to see Tony Pena on the Yankees bench?

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 3:18 PM EDT reply actions

Truthfully the only time I really want to see him is if he is slapping Jose Mesa across the face with his mitt.

by Chief WaDrew on Apr 19, 2009 3:20 PM EDT up reply actions

BUG GAME!

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:19 PM EDT reply actions

Bug game sighting!

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:19 PM EDT reply actions

The bugs did NOT distract Fausto, Chip!!!!

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:20 PM EDT reply actions

“Longer lashes are closer than you think” … SBN’s sponsors might want to look into their target audience.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:20 PM EDT reply actions

Hmmm.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:21 PM EDT up reply actions

like 10-20% isn’t great.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:21 PM EDT up reply actions

Yeah, less makeup, more bathtubs.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:21 PM EDT up reply actions

1 run. That’s all.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:20 PM EDT reply actions

I want 15.

by FredOx on Apr 19, 2009 3:21 PM EDT up reply actions

I’m greedy – DeRo, take a walk. Get Vic up there.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:21 PM EDT up reply actions

DeRosa hits a lot of fouls down the 3rd base line.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:21 PM EDT reply actions

I’m gonna go with DeRosa walks in a run, and Victor hits a bases-clearing double

by Logodaedalus on Apr 19, 2009 3:21 PM EDT reply actions

75% there.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:22 PM EDT up reply actions

F.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:22 PM EDT reply actions

dayum

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:22 PM EDT reply actions

Freak.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:22 PM EDT reply actions

well, that sucked

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 3:22 PM EDT reply actions

NOT DESIRABLE, DEROSA

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:22 PM EDT reply actions

on the bright side, not a DP

/silver lining

by Logodaedalus on Apr 19, 2009 3:23 PM EDT up reply actions

Ball 4.

by fleerdon on Apr 19, 2009 3:22 PM EDT reply actions

At least no DP.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:22 PM EDT reply actions

sheesh

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 3:22 PM EDT reply actions

Jonathan Albaladejo – drafted 1,021 overall in 2000

by OscarDog on Apr 19, 2009 3:23 PM EDT reply actions

My trust in Victor Martinez is total.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:23 PM EDT reply actions

Yuck.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:23 PM EDT reply actions

That’s been a routine play for Ransom this series

by Chief WaDrew on Apr 19, 2009 3:23 PM EDT reply actions

Nobody I’d rather have up in this situation. Victor M. Martinez.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:24 PM EDT reply actions

come on, victor!

by macasson on Apr 19, 2009 3:24 PM EDT reply actions

Not a strike.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:24 PM EDT reply actions

But they’re the Yankees.

by FredOx on Apr 19, 2009 3:25 PM EDT up reply actions

Bailout call.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:24 PM EDT reply actions

FUCK

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:25 PM EDT reply actions

Well damn.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:25 PM EDT reply actions

shitshitshit

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:25 PM EDT reply actions

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:25 PM EDT reply actions

well…… fuck.

by Logodaedalus on Apr 19, 2009 3:25 PM EDT reply actions

That’s on the Ump. Calls the 2-0 pitch a strike, so the dude throws it again and Victor is forced to swing at it.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:25 PM EDT reply actions

FRUCK!!

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 3:25 PM EDT reply actions

damn it

by macasson on Apr 19, 2009 3:25 PM EDT reply actions

Does Pavano return?

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 3:25 PM EDT reply actions

I want to see him out there. Never thought I’d say that/

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:25 PM EDT up reply actions

I think any option is a bit dicey right now.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:27 PM EDT up reply actions

TBS is going to get thrown out of The Stadium © for going to commercial during God Bless America.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:25 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs

Whoa.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:26 PM EDT up reply actions

This makes me think better of TBS.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:27 PM EDT up reply actions

I was a little worried I would get ejected yesterday as an usher was bringing us food and beverages as that started up and I was having to turn around and pass stuff over and pay… I could feel Big Hanks eyes glaring at me.

by JimmyAB on Apr 19, 2009 3:29 PM EDT up reply actions

Not the result one would like out of that situation. Crap.

by JimmyAB on Apr 19, 2009 3:26 PM EDT reply actions

Perez?

by macasson on Apr 19, 2009 3:28 PM EDT reply actions

Looks like. Crossing every finger.

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 3:28 PM EDT up reply actions

/Worried./

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:28 PM EDT reply actions

Perez.

Ok, then.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:28 PM EDT reply actions

Great. Wedge didn’t want to use him today. THEN WHY USE HIM?

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:29 PM EDT reply actions

This was pretty much my exact reaction as well.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:31 PM EDT up reply actions

Vote of confidence in Raffy P. By the way, any chance they give Kerry the chance to go 1+ for the save? Has this been discussed? Like maybe bring in Jensen this inning and let Kerry go 4 or 5 outs starting next inning.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:29 PM EDT reply actions

I could see it, as long as there isn’t something that we don’t know about regarding desired pitch counts / workload. But he’s had rest.

by tabler84 on Apr 19, 2009 3:30 PM EDT up reply actions

You know what? Not worried.

by tabler84 on Apr 19, 2009 3:29 PM EDT reply actions

where are your shades, crowe?!?

by macasson on Apr 19, 2009 3:29 PM EDT reply actions

Perez is going to shut these losers down.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:29 PM EDT reply actions

Strike!

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:29 PM EDT reply actions

Today’s Nelson moment: watching the $16.5 MM pitcher get outpitched by Carl Pavano.

by FredOx on Apr 19, 2009 3:29 PM EDT reply actions 2 recs

Well crap.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:30 PM EDT reply actions

…Here we go…

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:30 PM EDT reply actions

Efffffffffffffffff.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:30 PM EDT reply actions

SHORT LEASH. PLEASE.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:30 PM EDT reply actions

Ah a good throw by Choo gets him.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:30 PM EDT reply actions

My thoughts exactly.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:30 PM EDT up reply actions

Choo offensively has been great. He’s been atrocious defensively.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:31 PM EDT up reply actions

I think he’s looked ok. He actually has a pretty good arm. And he played that ball well, but the throw was off line.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:33 PM EDT up reply actions

Chip Carey, the Yankees had the freaking bases loaded and didn’t score either. That’s the third asinine comment.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:30 PM EDT reply actions

My thoughts exactly.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:31 PM EDT up reply actions

No I think that’s his point. The yankees had it loaded and we came right back and had it loaded..neither team scored. Unless I’m missing something.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:31 PM EDT up reply actions

No, he’s just criticizing the Indians for not scoring with the bases loaded. He just did it again.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:33 PM EDT up reply actions

I have not been impressed with Wedge’s bullpen decisions so far. I really think Pavano should be out there.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:31 PM EDT reply actions

I agree.

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 3:31 PM EDT up reply actions

Does make some sense to bring Perez in with the two lefties coming up.

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 3:32 PM EDT up reply actions

Perez has been absolutely awful this year.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:32 PM EDT up reply actions

Thanks for the update.

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 3:33 PM EDT up reply actions

I think it’s the right call because of the injury history. I’m the guy, however, who thinks Perez needs to get it straightened out in the minors, so obviously I would not have gone to him.

by jhon on Apr 19, 2009 3:36 PM EDT up reply actions

Still not worried.

by tabler84 on Apr 19, 2009 3:31 PM EDT reply actions

Still rolling my eyes at you.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:31 PM EDT up reply actions

3-2

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:32 PM EDT reply actions

What is Perez’s option situation?

by SeattleVinny on Apr 19, 2009 3:32 PM EDT reply actions

Go get him.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:32 PM EDT reply actions

Melonfarmer.

ENOUGH.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:32 PM EDT reply actions

NO. RUNS. D:

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:32 PM EDT reply actions

Well, just the one. but NO

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:33 PM EDT up reply actions

Blast it…. kjbnsgldfibnlagner;ghqaeiorgb

by JimmyAB on Apr 19, 2009 3:32 PM EDT reply actions

I am not significantly worried.

by tabler84 on Apr 19, 2009 3:32 PM EDT reply actions

Wait, typo. I am NOW significantly worried.

by tabler84 on Apr 19, 2009 3:33 PM EDT up reply actions

I blame Wedge. Matsui sucks. You let him get a hit!!?

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:32 PM EDT reply actions

I understand wanting to build him back up again, but we also need to WIN THIS GODDAMN GAME

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:33 PM EDT reply actions

perez a bit unlucky on those balls in play

by macasson on Apr 19, 2009 3:33 PM EDT reply actions

A double and a line shot to center?

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:34 PM EDT up reply actions

the double was a grounder just over the bag, opposite field. the ‘shot to center’, was more of a flare. not exactly smashed.

by macasson on Apr 19, 2009 3:35 PM EDT up reply actions

It’s just that kind of year.

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 3:33 PM EDT reply actions

OK, hook please

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 3:33 PM EDT reply actions

See ya, f-face.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:33 PM EDT reply actions

Good. Pitching change.

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 3:33 PM EDT reply actions

Joe Smith now.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:33 PM EDT reply actions

Please, Wedge, give him three batters! And get Jensen working!

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:33 PM EDT up reply actions

I thought Jensen was warming.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:34 PM EDT up reply actions

Hegan said Smith. Being Hegan, you may be right.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:34 PM EDT up reply actions

Yeah, Lewis it is.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:35 PM EDT up reply actions

It’s Lewis. Smith and Betancourt warming.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:35 PM EDT up reply actions

I agree with this.

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 3:34 PM EDT up reply actions

Gameday says Jensen coming in

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 3:34 PM EDT reply actions

Radio said Joe Smith.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:34 PM EDT up reply actions

Hegan corrects himself. JLEW can’t lose.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:35 PM EDT up reply actions

15.43 and rising

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:34 PM EDT reply actions

Nope, it’s Jensen..cmon baby. DP.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:35 PM EDT reply actions

I would be happier with Smith right now.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:35 PM EDT reply actions

fucking small ball.

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 3:35 PM EDT reply actions

YES that works

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:36 PM EDT reply actions

Great play Jensen!!

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:36 PM EDT reply actions

1 out.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:36 PM EDT reply actions

Nice play, Jenny

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:36 PM EDT reply actions

Jenny? Is that acceptable?

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 3:36 PM EDT up reply actions

You’ve never heard JennyLew?

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:39 PM EDT up reply actions

Good. I’m still pissed.

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 3:36 PM EDT reply actions

THANK YOU FOR BUNTING.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:36 PM EDT reply actions

Ron Gardenhire managing?

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:36 PM EDT up reply actions

okay, jensen!

by macasson on Apr 19, 2009 3:36 PM EDT reply actions

Exhale.

Holding breath again.

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 3:36 PM EDT reply actions

I just love when the opposition bunts.

by tabler84 on Apr 19, 2009 3:36 PM EDT reply actions

NOW get the DP.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:37 PM EDT reply actions

That was a heads-up play. Thank god they got him.

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 3:37 PM EDT reply actions

Niiiiiice strike one..wow.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:37 PM EDT reply actions

A double play right here would be like a ray of pure, warm sunshine.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:37 PM EDT reply actions

Ransom can’t even bunt properly. i hope ARod never comes back.

by FredOx on Apr 19, 2009 3:37 PM EDT reply actions

Cause ARod knows how to bunt properly?

by Chief WaDrew on Apr 19, 2009 3:38 PM EDT up reply actions

Fuck.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:38 PM EDT reply actions

SHITTTTTTTTTT

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:38 PM EDT reply actions

OMG…

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:38 PM EDT reply actions

MOTHER

OF

SOMETHING

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:38 PM EDT reply actions

fuck.

http://mlb.mlb.com/media/video.jsp?content_id=4114213

by sarcasmdave on Apr 19, 2009 3:38 PM EDT reply actions

z

FUCK

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:38 PM EDT reply actions

replay

by macasson on Apr 19, 2009 3:38 PM EDT reply actions

Great. What a magical fucking inning.

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 3:38 PM EDT reply actions

IT WAS NOT A HOME RUN. CROWE GOT LEATHER ON THAT. (I saw this as I came into the room, so I might be lying.)

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:38 PM EDT reply actions

Review?

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 3:38 PM EDT reply actions

WTF JUST HAPPENED

by ahowie on Apr 19, 2009 3:38 PM EDT reply actions

GET TOSSED WEDGE

by SeattleVinny on Apr 19, 2009 3:38 PM EDT reply actions

That’s Bullshit!

Harry Doyle: He'll need a rocket up his ass to catch that one; that baby's out of here.

by Wigwammer on Apr 19, 2009 3:38 PM EDT reply actions

fuck

So 2009.

by Gradyforpresident on Apr 19, 2009 3:38 PM EDT reply actions

WEDGE I HATE YOU – PAVANO WAS MOWING DOWN THESE MFERS.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:39 PM EDT reply actions

Cool ballpark Yankees

by Bernie19Kosar on Apr 19, 2009 3:39 PM EDT reply actions

REPLAY!

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 3:39 PM EDT reply actions

Fan interference.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:39 PM EDT reply actions

DEFINITELY!

Harry Doyle: He'll need a rocket up his ass to catch that one; that baby's out of here.

by Wigwammer on Apr 19, 2009 3:39 PM EDT up reply actions

What would that be?

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:39 PM EDT up reply actions

Double, I think, if they go with that decision.

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 3:41 PM EDT up reply actions

They won’t call it.

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 3:39 PM EDT reply actions

exactly

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:39 PM EDT up reply actions

LET’S GO REPLAY.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:39 PM EDT reply actions

Fan is reaching right over.

by vegaswatch on Apr 19, 2009 3:39 PM EDT reply actions

They will not call it.

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 3:39 PM EDT reply actions

You can see the shadow of the mitt on the wall — he’s got to be on the field, no? But they won’t fucking call it.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:40 PM EDT reply actions

I was sure he had it and it popped out.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:40 PM EDT reply actions

FAN INTERFERENCE.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:40 PM EDT reply actions

Crowe has that if that jackass didn’t stick his glove out.

LGT's resident Beer Advocate.

by LGT Patrick on Apr 19, 2009 3:40 PM EDT reply actions

Where’s Meloan?

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:40 PM EDT reply actions

That MFer reached over. Crowe had that!

Harry Doyle: He'll need a rocket up his ass to catch that one; that baby's out of here.

by Wigwammer on Apr 19, 2009 3:40 PM EDT reply actions

What’s the call for fan interference, if they call it?

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:40 PM EDT reply actions

OK, on replay it’s fan interference.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:40 PM EDT reply actions

if replay is part of rules, you have to use it on this play.
if you don’t use it, then why did we make a big deal out of making it a part of the game?

http://mlb.mlb.com/media/video.jsp?content_id=4114213

by sarcasmdave on Apr 19, 2009 3:40 PM EDT reply actions

They’re going to replay!

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:40 PM EDT reply actions

That should be an out, right?

by tabler84 on Apr 19, 2009 3:40 PM EDT reply actions

I think thats the rule

by Bernie19Kosar on Apr 19, 2009 3:41 PM EDT up reply actions

Come on, review this.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:40 PM EDT reply actions

Replay indeed.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:40 PM EDT reply actions

Here comes the replay

by Bernie19Kosar on Apr 19, 2009 3:41 PM EDT reply actions

They are not calling it

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 3:41 PM EDT reply actions

That would’ve been a web gem!

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:41 PM EDT reply actions

They’re using it. There is no question that the fan interfered.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:41 PM EDT reply actions

That should be an out

So 2009.

by Gradyforpresident on Apr 19, 2009 3:41 PM EDT reply actions

They’re gonna look it over. That’s an OUT

Harry Doyle: He'll need a rocket up his ass to catch that one; that baby's out of here.

by Wigwammer on Apr 19, 2009 3:41 PM EDT reply actions

Are you saying it was in his glove and a fan knocked it out?

by JimmyAB on Apr 19, 2009 3:42 PM EDT up reply actions

Fan’s glove hit Crowe’s glove

So 2009.

by Gradyforpresident on Apr 19, 2009 3:42 PM EDT up reply actions

Was Crowe’s arm bent over the wall or did the fan stick his glove over onto the field?

by JimmyAB on Apr 19, 2009 3:43 PM EDT up reply actions

If it’s fan interference, is that a double? An out?

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 3:41 PM EDT reply actions

If it’s fan interference, it’s an out, no? Hal Steinbrenner’s head will fucking EXPLODE.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:41 PM EDT reply actions

I want a .gif of that happening.

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:42 PM EDT up reply actions

He’ll get the rule changed, Polian-style.

Ben Francisco: An Outfielder only on baseball cards and roster sheets.

by westbrook on Apr 19, 2009 3:42 PM EDT up reply actions

What a stupid fucking stadium.

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 3:42 PM EDT reply actions 2 recs

With stupid fucking fans.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:42 PM EDT up reply actions

They’re practically asking for this to happen with the short porch

by jhon on Apr 19, 2009 3:42 PM EDT up reply actions

Exactly.

by Bernie19Kosar on Apr 19, 2009 3:43 PM EDT up reply actions

PS – i heart how Crowe almost caught it anyway…

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 3:42 PM EDT reply actions

♥♥♥♥

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:42 PM EDT up reply actions

it should be an out if it’s fan interference.

http://mlb.mlb.com/media/video.jsp?content_id=4114213

by sarcasmdave on Apr 19, 2009 3:42 PM EDT reply actions

That is interference. No question

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 3:42 PM EDT reply actions

Yeah, the guy clearly leaned over the edge in Crowe’s way.

La Presidenta del Club de Amantes de Rafael Betancourt.

by salome on Apr 19, 2009 3:43 PM EDT up reply actions

no doubt, plus he made contact with his glove, I mean isn’t that automatically called interference?

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 3:44 PM EDT up reply actions

Harry Doyle: He'll need a rocket up his ass to catch that one; that baby's out of here.

by Wigwammer on Apr 19, 2009 3:42 PM EDT reply actions

Very good chance he catches that ball without the fan.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:43 PM EDT reply actions

Clear and convincing evidence. Ugh. I feel like I’m voir diring a jury, trying to teach them how high a burden beyond a reasonable doubt really is.

Il faut d'abord durer.

by CU Adam on Apr 19, 2009 3:43 PM EDT reply actions

Yeah, I’m not sure that video is going to do it.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:43 PM EDT up reply actions

That guy’s glove is 2 feet long, that has to be ruled fan interference.

LGT's resident Beer Advocate.

by LGT Patrick on Apr 19, 2009 3:43 PM EDT reply actions

We need this.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:43 PM EDT reply actions

Ken Singleton: “That ball hit the fan in the chest.”

Paul O’Neill: “I think the fan didn’t touch it at all.”

Wow.

by tabler84 on Apr 19, 2009 3:44 PM EDT reply actions

Mmm. Homers.

by AngG on Apr 19, 2009 3:44 PM EDT up reply actions

Paul O’Neill is an asshat

by Bernie19Kosar on Apr 19, 2009 3:45 PM EDT up reply actions

I prefer watching the TBS feed.

by palcal on Apr 19, 2009 3:44 PM EDT reply actions

TBS guys agree with us.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:44 PM EDT reply actions

Why wouldn’t it be an out?

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 3:44 PM EDT reply actions

OK, I now l like the TBS announcers.

"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter

by Denver Tribe Fan on Apr 19, 2009 3:44 PM EDT reply actions

The TBS folks don’t seem to think that fan interference = an out.

by sorrento to cooperstown on Apr 19, 2009 3:44 PM EDT reply actions

New game thread.

by Ryan on Apr 19, 2009 3:44 PM EDT reply actions

Terrible timing.

by jakesinger777 on Apr 19, 2009 3:45 PM EDT up reply actions

Moment of truth

by mjschaefer on Apr 19, 2009 3:45 PM EDT reply actions

Drumroll please …

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by vbc3 on Apr 19, 2009 3:45 PM EDT reply actions

Wedge was swearing…

LGT's resident Beer Advocate.

by LGT Patrick on Apr 19, 2009 3:45 PM EDT reply actions

Can’t be overturned

LGT's resident Beer Advocate.

by LGT Patrick on Apr 19, 2009 3:45 PM EDT reply actions

This is so fucked up

by ahowie on Apr 19, 2009 3:46 PM EDT reply actions

Regardless, WTF with our bullpen

by kuzzy on Apr 19, 2009 3:46 PM EDT reply actions

This is not going well.

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 3:46 PM EDT reply actions

Fuck this NY bias, bullshit call.

by JP_Frost on Apr 19, 2009 3:47 PM EDT reply actions

What fucking world are we living in here?

by supermarioelia on Apr 19, 2009 3:47 PM EDT reply actions

So B is Good Raffy and P is Bad Raffy now?

by ahowie on Apr 19, 2009 3:55 PM EDT reply actions

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