Game Thread: June 15, 2009
by Ryan on Jun 15, 2009 6:45 PM EDT
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You mean Kelly “Worst Player on the Team” Shoppach. Our backup catcher who’s struggling with a 92 OPS+? After being at 123+ last year?
If you were going to pick one of those to have badass-status issues with, you pick Kelly Shoppach over Carl Pavano? Kelly Shoppach over Carl Pavano?!?!?
I don’t hate Kelly, just think we missed the high value boat on trading him. Although, I wish I could quantify his value of catching Lee.
Shin-Soo Choo, future U.S. Citizen.
True enough, my assumption was that we didn’t because I’m not sure that at the time we had a true backup catcher.. then again those things can be thrown into deals as well.
Shin-Soo Choo, future U.S. Citizen.
I actually think Giminez and Toregas would qualify as perfectly capable ML backups
I also think Shapiro knows this
Thing about it is, Shoppach doing what he does, better than Giminegas, has some quantifiable value to the team. If they weren’t going to get a value superior to that on the market, they did the right thing by keeping him.
Alternatively, I’m just blinded by my love for him.
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Phillips called Schulman “abnormally tall” during a light moment last night.
by JulioBernazard on Jun 15, 2009 7:11 PM EDT up reply actions
You know those times when you’ve been behind the 8-ball for weeks, perhaps beginning to despair that you weren’t ever going to catch up?
Then, along comes that unmistakable day where things start to feel right again: you’ve just cleared the highest hurdle, and you begin to realize that everything is actually going to get better from here on out. For me, that day was today.
We’re off to get a kind of early celebration dinner. Catch you all in the second thread.
Here’s to better days, and LGT!
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Force quit and move to trash.
Fuck. That wasn’t even a bad pitch…
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
This is akin to Pujols hitting one while the rest of the offense stays quiet. Not worried at all.
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I like Braun but this angers me.
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
I prefer Brains, but then, I am a zombie.
by Logodaedalus on Jun 15, 2009 7:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Hart’s beard is ugly.
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
We should have sold high on Martinez.
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
Victor knew that Choo was going deep.
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
“So, Vic, if we trade you for these guys, will they lead us to a championship?”
by Logodaedalus on Jun 15, 2009 7:33 PM EDT up reply actions
good thing you didn’t — would’ve jinxed it
by Logodaedalus on Jun 15, 2009 7:32 PM EDT up reply actions
I came, I saw, I reced.
Shin-Soo Choo, future U.S. Citizen.
by USSChoo on Jun 15, 2009 7:32 PM EDT up reply actions 2 recs
With Sam on the scene, often all I have time for anymore is QC. But QC is important.
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
Would you believe that it’s a…um… comment on the previous comment, and thereby extra self-referential?
No, probably not.
by Logodaedalus on Jun 15, 2009 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions
That home run was cool but VIctor’s AB becomes even better.
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
A little less than a third of Choo’s hits have been extra base hits. This makes me wonder what is considered a good or great percentage.
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
An actual quote from the PD story today:
I read it today and thought, oh, I guess the guy really wants to improve his ability to drive in runs from first.
And such a funny sentence. Might as well write, “although Choo wants to improve his hitting numbers when leading off an inning, he really wants to do well any time he bats with nobody out. Also, with one out.”
I’m really excited about potential MI of Cabrera and Valbuena.
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
That bus left in February.
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jun 15, 2009 7:37 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Those that don’t get ESPN, you can see the game at http://www.ustream.tv/channel/stick-sucks-balls
by Cleveland Indians on Jun 15, 2009 7:43 PM EDT reply actions
Shap’s reading his cleveland.com printouts.`
FE WEE
by westbrook on Jun 15, 2009 7:44 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
64 oz blue machine Superfood Naaked Juice
2010.
by Gradyforpresident on Jun 15, 2009 7:44 PM EDT reply actions
I thought he had that….damn.
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
Hey, Cody, just want to apologize if I flew off the handle about the Jhonny thing a couple nights ago. I was feeling extra-special intolerant.
“You’re not an asshole, Royal. You’re more of a sonuvabitch.”
“Well thank you, I really appreciate that.”
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 7:46 PM EDT reply actions
This is about as great as gamethread comments get.
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 7:50 PM EDT up reply actions
It’s another part of my Twins hatred. Watching another team bunt successfully has got to be the most infuriating thing ever. Supporting that is like cheering for the computer terminals to crash while you’re in line at the bank.
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 7:55 PM EDT up reply actions
cruddy in the 1st; decent after that.
by JulioBernazard on Jun 15, 2009 7:52 PM EDT up reply actions
we’re set for a triple play. 1 in 2007 1 unassisted in 2008. we’re due…
The Cleveland Indians: Minor League Farm Team Affiliate of the MLB
by HireRockyColavito on Jun 15, 2009 7:54 PM EDT reply actions
Squibber of the end of the bat down the 3B line; RBI for Heavy P.
by JulioBernazard on Jun 15, 2009 7:59 PM EDT up reply actions
That’s what happens when you hit Carroll.
by Cleveland Indians on Jun 15, 2009 8:06 PM EDT reply actions
Nobody puts Baboo in a corner!
Well, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Jay on Jun 15, 2009 8:06 PM EDT up reply actions 4 recs
I love how Steve Phillips phrased that comment.
“There is a problem with Shin-Soo Choo. Here is from Korea…..”
He is my favorite Korean Cleveland Indian. You may say “but he’s the only one!”, to which I say, “so what”.
Shin-Soo Choo, future U.S. Citizen.
He’s my favorite positional player.
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
Taking bets on when Phillips will accuse Choo of being a bad base stealer.
by Cleveland Indians on Jun 15, 2009 8:09 PM EDT reply actions
I would like to learn how to say, “Bite me, Steve Phillips” in Korean.
by Julie on Jun 15, 2009 8:10 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
I swear, I think Choo purposely chooses to steal 3rd just to stick it to Phillips.
by Cleveland Indians on Jun 15, 2009 8:13 PM EDT up reply actions
BCB wants Cliff. How cute.
I shouldn’t push it, though, I like that blog.
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 8:10 PM EDT reply actions
AHHH subject lines
Len Barker perfect game attendee
by SeattleVinny on Jun 15, 2009 8:13 PM EDT up reply actions
By the way, I know there’s a few late night Denny’s people here on LGT, I can not suggest the Hooburrito enough. Good lord.
For those who have had both…which is better? Denny’s or IHOP?
I don’t have Denny’s nearly enough but I love me some IHOP.
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
The Toddle House is a Tyler drunken classic.
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 8:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Question: Instead of a CEO, shouldn’t the Int’l House of Pancakes have a Secretary-General?
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 8:16 PM EDT up reply actions
I was once a pretty big IHOP fan but it all started tasting bland to me. Must’ve maxed out on them in college. You do get a crapload of food for $8, but Denny’s is pretty delicious.
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 8:15 PM EDT up reply actions
I’d do the late nigth Denny’s if I didn’t live right by a landmark late night local diner. What’s on the Hooburito?
Shin-Soo Choo, future U.S. Citizen.
“The Hooburrito — Hoobastank serves up a burrito with crispy chicken strips, pepper jack cheese, cheese sauce, fried onion crispers and a hint of barbecue sauce. Served with tortilla chips, and a side of cheese sauce and ranch. "
He should do the top half as Euk, and the bottom half as Harry Doyle.
by JulioBernazard on Jun 15, 2009 8:16 PM EDT up reply actions
I don’t get this
Len Barker perfect game attendee
by SeattleVinny on Jun 15, 2009 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions
I am a strong, strong TA:WP supporter.
“I promise I will NEVER DIE.”
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 8:23 PM EDT up reply actions
Weak throw from Shoppach.
Case of the beet bandit. Missing beets from all over the farm, no footprints. Inside job. Mose in socks. Boom. Case closed. -Dwight Schrute
Looked like they were chatting about it after. Kelly can be overly aggressive, but it’s pretty strange to see him miss wweak.
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Phillips waxing on about the Indians using the HBP as part of their offensive strategy
Len Barker perfect game attendee
A lot of time, I’m embarrassed by Kelly’s HBP, but that ball had some quickness to it, and Shoppach’s not so much with the speediness.
-Kyle
The first couple season of the Unit were pretty solid.
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 8:33 PM EDT up reply actions
Jamey Carroll just earns himself another 8 weeks of starts.
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 8:32 PM EDT reply actions
Skinz badly overrates Shoppy’s speed.
by JulioBernazard on Jun 15, 2009 8:34 PM EDT up reply actions
But not Kenny Lofton.
"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter
by Denver Tribe Fan on Jun 15, 2009 8:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Took a very good throw to make it tight, and Shoppach went in like a bowling ball. I think I’m okay with this particular decision.
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 8:35 PM EDT up reply actions
Not likely, wouldn’t that be a very plain violation of the catcher fraternal thing?
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 8:36 PM EDT up reply actions
Hey, who was the pitcher you were trying to find a celebrity comparison for last weekend?
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Chris Perez looks like Andrew WK, though I don’t think that’s who Julie had in mind.
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Huff looks a little like Scott Baio on steroids.
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 8:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Not too much when you consider the fact they are just shooting seagull carcasses out of those cannons.
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Is that a pun or are you time machined?
"Lotta heart in Cleveland." - Ian Hunter
by Denver Tribe Fan on Jun 15, 2009 8:51 PM EDT up reply actions
The Milwaukee girls all have the hots for Braun, in other news.
by fleerdon on Jun 15, 2009 8:52 PM EDT reply actions
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