Gameday Thread Two
by Natto on Aug 1, 2008 9:17 PM PDT
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Bah.
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i like im
when he’s not, you know, beating us into the dirt
by offthedeepend on Aug 1, 2008 9:21 PM PDT up reply actions
Nah
I bet we win in a nice meaningless sort of way.
¿Julio is tourist in San Francisco? Harper's Bizarre!
seems to have worked out better for the ol’ Heath bar
by offthedeepend on Aug 1, 2008 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions
Taschner letting AGon beat him
= MORON
You know, for a team that talks so much about “savvy”, and “playing the game the right way”, the Giants sure are riddled with stupidity, from Brian Sabean, to Bochy, to the coaches, and to just about all of the players.
It’s like a culture of stupidity, where using an intelligent approach to the game is frowned upon.
And it definitely begins with Sabean.
That's all I can stands, I can't stands no more!
all mucous membranes require lubrication. so yes. or at least some kind of nasal goop not entirely dissimilar to snot.
I sense a Gamer out
Hope I’m wrong though.
by rightcenterfielder on Aug 1, 2008 9:27 PM PDT reply actions
Pitch count costs Timmy a W once again...
I absolutely hate this modern philosophy of managers that somehow throwing over 100 pitches is going to kill your pitcher. It’s just a number. Every pitcher is different. Lincecum has a history of throwing well over 100 pitches, and not even icing his arm. Why does Bochy have to screw him EVERY TIME? God damn this has been a hard season to watch.
There’s that philosophy again. Throwing over 100 pitches and your arms going to have fallen off within the next couple years.
Give me a break.
Games today = completely meaningless.
Games in three years = Probably meaningful.
You don’t take unnecessary risks with the centerstones of your franchise.
there has been at least one study that’s shown that pitchers that throw a high number of major league innings (not pitches, innings) are less likely to have long, effective careers. no use taking that risk.
really though
it probably has more to do with conditioning and mechanics, both of which Timmeh has in spades. I don’t think he needs to be “babied” as much as other young pitchers, because he really IS different, but I can’t fault them for taking him out either.
Lincecum throws 115+ pitches = omg bochy idiot
Lincecum throws less than 115 pitches = omg bochy idiot
Lincecum left in any situation where he gives up runs late in game = omg bochy idiot
by kingofthacove on Aug 1, 2008 9:43 PM PDT up reply actions
Anagram of "When will the giants score a run?"
UNHEROIC, STAGNANT WELL-WISHER
Great. I’m being mocked by my own anagrammer.
Anagram of "Giants pitcher Matt Cain" = TRAGIC MAN, ISN'T PATHETIC
by Stuttering John Tamargo on Aug 1, 2008 9:28 PM PDT reply actions
I like how I haven’t realized we’re not past the 9th inning yet.
But it still hasn’t updated past Kouz striking out last inning.
by offthedeepend on Aug 1, 2008 9:38 PM PDT up reply actions
Going to extra innings
a.k.a. Merely delaying the inevitable
by rightcenterfielder on Aug 1, 2008 9:39 PM PDT reply actions
for the Giants, that usually means a lead has been blown for Matty or Timmay, unfortunately
Todd Jennings: Next up on the Non-prospect Backup Catcher Train. Next Stop: The Pine at AT&T Park, following a brief detour by the DL
by Speedforthewin on Aug 1, 2008 9:41 PM PDT up reply actions
Does the “closer in non-save situation” thing work for other teams?
by rightcenterfielder on Aug 1, 2008 9:43 PM PDT reply actions
Where was the fake bunt???
That would’ve been gamery
That's all I can stands, I can't stands no more!
I know most of the mccoven are tired of Velez, but
I am personally more tired of the king of GIDP. Could we try Velez at 3B for at least one series?
Todd Jennings: Next up on the Non-prospect Backup Catcher Train. Next Stop: The Pine at AT&T Park, following a brief detour by the DL
by Speedforthewin on Aug 1, 2008 9:46 PM PDT up reply actions
Eugenio Velez, who probably will return to Triple-A Fresno in the near future to play regularly. “It wouldn’t serve any purpose to have him up here as an extra guy,” Sabean said.
so no
by sfgiantsfan4life on Aug 1, 2008 9:46 PM PDT up reply actions
...Because Sabean thinks Castillo is a good hitter!
That's all I can stands, I can't stands no more!
Velez
he leads the team in not being Jose Castillo
Todd Jennings: Next up on the Non-prospect Backup Catcher Train. Next Stop: The Pine at AT&T Park, following a brief detour by the DL
by Speedforthewin on Aug 1, 2008 9:48 PM PDT up reply actions
EUGENIO!!!!!
yep
I only have a signature because I recognize everyone else by their sigs, not their usernames..
Tim Lincecum
.. the next Matt Cain
I only have a signature because I recognize everyone else by their sigs, not their usernames..
LOL
Todd Jennings: Next up on the Non-prospect Backup Catcher Train. Next Stop: The Pine at AT&T Park, following a brief detour by the DL
by Speedforthewin on Aug 1, 2008 9:48 PM PDT up reply actions
I thought he was the solution at 2B?
Todd Jennings: Next up on the Non-prospect Backup Catcher Train. Next Stop: The Pine at AT&T Park, following a brief detour by the DL
by Speedforthewin on Aug 1, 2008 9:50 PM PDT up reply actions
I try to be optimistic about Wilson appearances, even though I leave them needing an antacid.
by offthedeepend on Aug 1, 2008 9:50 PM PDT up reply actions
well...
whatayaknow…
"ever so cynical yet whimsical giants related signature"
by The Gene Hackman on Aug 1, 2008 9:49 PM PDT reply actions
Eugenio Velez
.. obviously gonna be a regular MLer
I only have a signature because I recognize everyone else by their sigs, not their usernames..
best player ever
I only have a signature because I recognize everyone else by their sigs, not their usernames..
3rd best at best? btw i see that everywhere but whats the origin meaning???
by lincypoo i wuv u on Aug 1, 2008 10:03 PM PDT up reply actions
Henshaw and Romo
I think there was an article about Henshaw and Romo having a lot of fans/family there. Im sure there are a lot of Giants fans there for them. Wish I could be.
I now like Velez
Congrats Eugenio. That’s a tough thing to earn from me.
109
on the year.
Todd Jennings: Next up on the Non-prospect Backup Catcher Train. Next Stop: The Pine at AT&T Park, following a brief detour by the DL
by Speedforthewin on Aug 1, 2008 9:54 PM PDT up reply actions
Giants team OPS since the All-Star break has sky-rocketed to .608
Fred Lewis can stand under my umbrella.
murder victims row doesnt sound as good i guess
by lincypoo i wuv u on Aug 1, 2008 10:04 PM PDT up reply actions
Aurilia
GAMER!!!!!!111111
I only have a signature because I recognize everyone else by their sigs, not their usernames..
Brian Wilson
not a gamer. :(
I only have a signature because I recognize everyone else by their sigs, not their usernames..
touche
brian wilson is a true gamer
I only have a signature because I recognize everyone else by their sigs, not their usernames..
KEEP EM COMING
Wilson is screaming in his head
by offthedeepend on Aug 1, 2008 9:59 PM PDT up reply actions
Going for the adrenaline
then for the jugular
Well, he is 3-7 lifetime
so he must suck.
I only have a signature because I recognize everyone else by their sigs, not their usernames..
I’m pretty sure my heart just dropped into my left knee.
by offthedeepend on Aug 1, 2008 10:00 PM PDT up reply actions
Get out, Giants pitchers.
Fred Lewis can stand under my umbrella.
by S.F. Giangst on Aug 1, 2008 10:02 PM PDT up reply actions
dang.
that pitch had double player written all over it
I only have a signature because I recognize everyone else by their sigs, not their usernames..
The gods hate us.
Proud member of the Adopt-a-Giant program (Aaron Rowand)
We’ll probably have to fight the Nationals for it.
by offthedeepend on Aug 1, 2008 10:04 PM PDT up reply actions
If only Tim Flannery was their 3rd base coach.
by rightcenterfielder on Aug 1, 2008 10:03 PM PDT reply actions
Coaching visit to mound.
“You know you suck, right?”
“Yeah…”
“OK, go get ‘em.”
Fred Lewis can stand under my umbrella.
tis why you're not our closer
Bill Mueller? I expect at least A-Rod type numbers from my son, Conor Gillaspie
Wow, he did it!
Proud member of the Adopt-a-Giant program (Aaron Rowand)
OCHOA
GAMER!!!!!!! GAMER!!!! GAMER!!!!!!!!!!
I only have a signature because I recognize everyone else by their sigs, not their usernames..
fuck yes
"ever so cynical yet whimsical giants related signature"
by The Gene Hackman on Aug 1, 2008 10:06 PM PDT reply actions
unbelievable. I still hate all of these guys
except for Tim and Matt.
how can you hate Sanchez?
Until the wheels fall off. Unless this is what it looks like with them on.
by periqueblend on Aug 1, 2008 10:14 PM PDT up reply actions
wtf was that christian rock gang sign wilson did?
by lincypoo i wuv u on Aug 1, 2008 10:06 PM PDT reply actions
thanks for that
i have been asking all the cool younger types what the hell that meant for months, to no avail. Kids these don’t don’t have the inside track on info, it’s all on the internets.
Derin McMains had five fingers, but he only used three.
The Holy Ghost of Rod Beck SMILES Upon Giantsdom.
Fred Lewis can stand under my umbrella.
by S.F. Giangst on Aug 1, 2008 10:07 PM PDT up reply actions
horrible horrible game
really nothing of benefit comes from this. we were close to it being a productive loss after blowing it for timmy but fuck. i’m so sick of this team.
by positiveuphemism on Aug 1, 2008 10:07 PM PDT reply actions
not trying to be fun
this team has a legitimate shot at the #1 pick and every time they lay down they get some itch and stand up to scratch it rather than just letting the itch go away.
we will rue all these horrible wins if there turns out to be an Arod at #1 next year.
by positiveuphemism on Aug 1, 2008 10:10 PM PDT up reply actions
I like seeing the Giants win, no matter what part of the season it is and what their record is. Sorry if that makes me a bad fan.
no, i get it
but i don’t really see this as a joyous victory. i root for them to win every game, but when it comes down to it at the end of a game like this one, i’ll take the loss. if they are close to losing, just lose. if they lead from the start, great.
there is absolutely nothing to be gained from winning game this year. every win takes us further from our goal which is a good team. we don’t know what will be in the draft next year but it has been 16? years since the last once in a generation type hitter. It’s amazing that Seattle got two in a row in such a short span of time. In any case, I’d rather us be the one to get him when he shows up than the Nationals or the Padres or the M’s (again).
by positiveuphemism on Aug 1, 2008 10:22 PM PDT up reply actions
For some reason, I think young guys not trying to win might have more negative long term effects than losing a few spots on the draft order.
I'm not saying don't try to win
I’m saying it’s frustrating when they try to win, come really close to losing, but then don’t lose. see?
I really liked the Expos style the other day. One run down? Don’t try to score! Woohoo. (sarcasm)
But I gotta hand it to them, it worked.
by positiveuphemism on Aug 1, 2008 10:38 PM PDT up reply actions
for this game i was woo at first but then i was let down and then sorta amused and then let down again and then happy so im too confused to know how to feel
by lincypoo i wuv u on Aug 1, 2008 10:08 PM PDT reply actions
Wilson = Savior
Hoffman = Loser
Changing of the balance of power in the NL Wes… oh, wait.
Fred Lewis can stand under my umbrella.
Even with all of the unnecessary drama
29 out of 31 = not too shabby.
Anagram of "Giants pitcher Matt Cain" = TRAGIC MAN, ISN'T PATHETIC
by Stuttering John Tamargo on Aug 1, 2008 10:09 PM PDT reply actions
But how many were low-leverage junk saves?
Fred Lewis can stand under my umbrella.
by S.F. Giangst on Aug 1, 2008 10:10 PM PDT up reply actions
none
he turns them all into intense rollercoasters
its no fun any other way
I only have a signature because I recognize everyone else by their sigs, not their usernames..
Ironically enough
His first BSV was in early April, in a game the Giants won.
Against the Padres.
In a game Lincecum started and pitched well in.
Anagram of "Giants pitcher Matt Cain" = TRAGIC MAN, ISN'T PATHETIC
by Stuttering John Tamargo on Aug 1, 2008 10:14 PM PDT up reply actions
first of three, at best.
btw whats the origin of that im dying to know
by lincypoo i wuv u on Aug 1, 2008 10:13 PM PDT up reply actions
during Cain’s “rough” streak, there was a poster or two insisting that they only saw him as a “third starter” and I and other Cain fans were angered by that and started sarcastically saying that he was a third starter at best and then the rest of the McC just sort of ran with it.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
That’s only the third best explanation
Fred Lewis can stand under my umbrella.
by S.F. Giangst on Aug 1, 2008 10:19 PM PDT up reply actions
holy fucking shit Brian Wilson is the luckiest motherfucker alive.
I wish Tim had gotten the win but that was a good game
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
Oh yeah, time to dance
Anagram of "Giants pitcher Matt Cain" = TRAGIC MAN, ISN'T PATHETIC
by Stuttering John Tamargo on Aug 1, 2008 10:18 PM PDT reply actions
also, to give credit where credit is due, I thought that was a very well managed game by Bochy. Taschner gave up the jack, but I agreed more or less with all the moves he made tonight.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
Back from the East Bay gathering!
And we had a fabulous time. PIctures were taken, but not by us – I’m sure they’re forthcoming.
http://www.mccoveychronicles.com/2008/8/1/584578/mccoven-get-together-at-mc#7826478
Billy Hayes: His job is better than yours.
I always feel kind of bad for Matt when they say stuff like “Tim is the most exciting thing to happen to this team in a long time!” or “Tim is the most competitive player they’ve brought up since Will Clark!” etc etc.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
If Cain wants the adulation, he should stop sucking. He has no one to blame but himself.
Billy Hayes: His job is better than yours.
Inflammatory, but kind of true. Cain could do more to help himself in some critical situations.
Fred Lewis can stand under my umbrella.
by S.F. Giangst on Aug 1, 2008 10:49 PM PDT up reply actions
They might be of similar quality, but I don’t think there’s a question who’s the more exciting of the two.
I know, but it just feels like by saying stuff like that, they’re implying Cain is no good (which of course, we all know is true but still. way harsh.)
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
Meh, I don’t think taking everything personally would be good for his psyche. I think Lincecum can be praised without implying Cain is lesser pitcher.
Timmeh = Abel
Fred Lewis can stand under my umbrella.
by S.F. Giangst on Aug 1, 2008 11:22 PM PDT up reply actions
I think
Cain – top of the rotation starter, borderline all star for a long time
Timmy – potential multiple Cy Young award winner
Both are really really good and enjoyable for fans, but one is much more exciting.
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