Post-Game Recap: Zito Dominates
by Grant on Aug 29, 2009 8:46 PM PDT
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Maybe this is just hindsight, but if I were asked this question in April...
What possible organizational success story would make you the most optimistic for the future?
...before Pablo Sandoval blossoming, before Jonathan Sanchez finding some consistency, and before Buster Posey having success in the minors, I'd like to think that I would have said "Barry Zito returning to form." The contract was always going to be ridiculous, but what if Barry Zito was the Barry Zito of five years ago? Yeah, and what if Aaron Rowand hit thirty home runs, and what if Chris Speier lept out of the Reds dugout and hit 20 home runs for the Giants, and.... At some point -- I'm thinking this game, maybe -- it was just ridiculous to hope that Zito would provide any sort of value for any team at any point for the rest of his career.
Now he's good again. Like, he just pitched a beautiful game against the Giants' direct competition under stressful conditions. He's pitched ridiculously well for a month, and generally well for most of the season. This is an amazing development, and probably the best thing that could have happened for the team.
And heads up to the Rockies fans out there: That's what it's like to watch the Giants. Popped up bunts, failed chances with runners on third and less than two outs, and crazy flailing at unhittable pitches from heretofore hittable pitchers.
The Giants are in this thing? Crikey. I believe they are.
And I didn't have any problems writing this in the bottom of the eighth. Nope. Felt fine throughout the whole ninth inning. Yep. No doubts in my mind.
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VICTORY!
"I suddenly hate Canada with a passion = BASTARDS!!!!!! " -Mr K, Upon hearing Moyes filing Chapter 11
by joe579 on Aug 29, 2009 8:48 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Pretty much the last good moment of the series, I’m afraid.
This season has been borderline unwatchable.
Giants wins feel better than Dodger losses, but it's darn close.
by WhereThere'sAWillieThere'sAMays on Aug 30, 2009 9:27 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
JOLLY GOOD SHOW!
Brian Sabean strongly encourages you to disregard the drudgery of your employment responsibilities and join him in the consumption of spirituous libations.
by satyricrash on Aug 29, 2009 8:48 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
BROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOM
Juan Marichal's bat > JR's head
by titofuentes4 on Aug 29, 2009 9:11 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Don’t jinx things.
If you don't eat your meat, you can't have any pudding.
by SFGuy on Aug 30, 2009 12:13 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
This has redeemed August 29 in recent history.
by TheLetter2 on Aug 29, 2009 8:49 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
better get a broom and hire a maid then. The Giants haven’t swept many series this season.
by Merope on Aug 29, 2009 8:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Why would hiring a "maid"
take fun out of anything?
"I suddenly hate Canada with a passion = BASTARDS!!!!!! " -Mr K, Upon hearing Moyes filing Chapter 11
by joe579 on Aug 29, 2009 8:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
two words... MATT CAIN
Please do not feed the Panda
by prnkmonkie77 on Aug 30, 2009 12:08 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
everybody ought to have a maid
On 5/7, the best part of waking is up LOLDGERS in my cup.
by GameSix on Aug 31, 2009 7:15 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I do believe Merope thinks the Giants are just a tease.
Crazy Crab despised in the 20th century and beloved in the 21st century. Hey it only took over 20 years, so don't give up hope.
by timmeh on Aug 29, 2009 8:57 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
If winning the first two games of a series and dropping the last is a tease, the Giants might as well play with blue balls.
"I been waitin' a long time for this! I been waitin' since the f**kin' amateurs!" --WILL "THE THRILL" CLARK
by Josh from Hollywood on Aug 29, 2009 10:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nice!
Sometimes, there's a man...well, he's the man for his time and place.
by I'm_a_Man on Aug 30, 2009 8:18 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I hope they can avoid avoiding the sweep this time.
The strongest force is the universe is biding its time in Fresno, brother.
by rightcenterfielder on Aug 29, 2009 8:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Brooms.
I wants them.
49ers, Giants, Lakers. One of these things is not like the others.
Adoptive parent of Duke Neukom.
Still hoping there's a corner for Alex Smith to turn at some point.
by Gabafnerhagen on Aug 29, 2009 8:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
9TH INNING FOR THE LOLZ
Chris Dominguez: Bringing dingerz back to The Bay (In a while)
SCIENCE
by CB30 on Aug 29, 2009 8:49 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
/dances with panda
Supporting San Francisco Dugout since 2005 and Manny Burriss since 2006. Bringing you all your California League and New York-Penn League needs since 2009.
by BaronVonCurrentEvents on Aug 29, 2009 8:50 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
MVP! MVP! MVP!!! Oh yeah, except for that Pujols guy, whoever that is.
The 1st pitch is the best
by Tay on Aug 29, 2009 8:57 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions 0 recs
Kevin says he appreciates a ladies man like Zito, and Panda is still a BAMF.
Now offering free hugs from Amy G.
Billy Ripken is still a douche bag.
by kbsofaraway08 on Aug 29, 2009 8:50 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Now offering free hugs from Amy G.
Billy Ripken is still a douche bag.
by kbsofaraway08 on Aug 29, 2009 8:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
This is the first time in a while, that I’m more interested in the Giants then the 49ers opening their season.
by 49er16 on Aug 29, 2009 8:50 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Thats because the Niners are going to get stomped by the Chargers
Chris Dominguez: Bringing dingerz back to The Bay (In a while)
SCIENCE
by CB30 on Aug 29, 2009 8:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
NO
"I suddenly hate Canada with a passion = BASTARDS!!!!!! " -Mr K, Upon hearing Moyes filing Chapter 11
by joe579 on Aug 29, 2009 8:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
OLD Running Back is old.
"I suddenly hate Canada with a passion = BASTARDS!!!!!! " -Mr K, Upon hearing Moyes filing Chapter 11
by joe579 on Aug 29, 2009 8:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
BARRY ZITO, MOTHERFUCKERS.
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 29, 2009 8:51 PM PDT reply actions 2 recs
Baseball is fun when we win
The 1st pitch is the best
by Tay on Aug 29, 2009 8:51 PM PDT via mobile reply actions 0 recs
Aside from the malarkey in the ninth, this game was a pleasure to be a part of.
Cy Lincecain FTW
by ramin on Aug 29, 2009 8:51 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Thank the maker
They blow that one, I’m looking for something to hang myself with.
Anagram of "knowing how to win" = WOW, I KNOW NOTHING
by Stuttering John Tamargo on Aug 29, 2009 8:51 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
During the Barmes at-bat I had assembled a stool and a heavy-duty rope next to the couch.
Sometimes, there's a man...well, he's the man for his time and place.
by I'm_a_Man on Aug 29, 2009 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
I was going to come on here and talk a bunch of trash, like “where’s your grand slammers and three run homers now, you purple fucks?” Then that ninth inning came and it almost looked like Coors for a second! I’ll be quiet until today’s game is over.
embarrassed father of over the hill Edgardo Renteria
by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 5:56 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What's Zito's record now in games where his team scores four or more runs?
Like 105-6?
49ers, Giants, Lakers. One of these things is not like the others.
Adoptive parent of Duke Neukom.
Still hoping there's a corner for Alex Smith to turn at some point.
by Gabafnerhagen on Aug 29, 2009 8:52 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
espn had it at something like
118-16 or something
by superk1ng on Aug 29, 2009 8:54 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Still Insane
"I suddenly hate Canada with a passion = BASTARDS!!!!!! " -Mr K, Upon hearing Moyes filing Chapter 11
by joe579 on Aug 29, 2009 8:54 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I feel a bit like the one on the left.
http://i605.photobucket.com/albums/tt138/EyeGor_bucket/pleasedEyegor.jpg
That’s it! Katie bar the door for this 79 win team is star crossed! And I am loving it.
by daveinexile on Aug 29, 2009 8:52 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
fail ...
That’s it! Katie bar the door for this 79 win team is star crossed! And I am loving it.
by daveinexile on Aug 29, 2009 8:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
/likes watching meaningful baseball again
Adopted brother of Jason Jarvis.
by j14 on Aug 29, 2009 8:55 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Brian Sabean strongly encourages you to disregard the drudgery of your employment responsibilities and join him in the consumption of spirituous libations.
by satyricrash on Aug 29, 2009 8:56 PM PDT reply actions 4 recs
Classy...but wrong city for that pic.
by MoreroidsforZito on Aug 29, 2009 8:57 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
There is no other City.
Brian Sabean strongly encourages you to disregard the drudgery of your employment responsibilities and join him in the consumption of spirituous libations.
by satyricrash on Aug 29, 2009 9:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
your straight what?
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Aug 29, 2009 11:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
straight sexy!
#1 threat to America: Pandas
Also, Tim Lincecum
Adopted Father: Tyler Graham
by GrahamCrakalaka on Aug 29, 2009 11:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
whaaaaaaat
"Trust me: If I’m feeling lousy at the plate like that, I’m not just going to walk up there with bases loaded and get a hit because I’m some great clutch hitter." - Mr. F!
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by Natto on Aug 29, 2009 11:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
ITS FUNNY BECAUSE THERE ARE GAY PEOPLE IN SAN FRANCISCO RIGHT
by jctGamer on Aug 29, 2009 11:40 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I HAVE NEVER HEARD THIS BEFORE AND THEREFORE FIND IT COMICAL
GROUGTHINK ALERT
The first Chester Arthur fanboy ever.
by groug on Aug 29, 2009 11:47 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
sorry, just not my type I guess. No offense intended.
by MoreroidsforZito on Aug 30, 2009 12:02 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Protip:
No one gives a crap about your type. All gay guys do not want to fuck you.
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 30, 2009 10:55 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
????
I didn’t post the pic and that’s not what I was implying. take a joke.
by MoreroidsforZito on Aug 30, 2009 10:59 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He’s fucking with you
Chris Dominguez: Bringing dingerz back to The Bay (In a while)
SCIENCE
by CB30 on Aug 30, 2009 11:00 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You’re the one who brought it up, dude.
Brian Sabean strongly encourages you to disregard the drudgery of your employment responsibilities and join him in the consumption of spirituous libations.
by satyricrash on Aug 30, 2009 11:04 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOL TROLL
Tommy Joseph is the Dingerzball Wizard
by SoFa King Mike on Aug 30, 2009 10:41 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
+109
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 29, 2009 8:57 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He’s classy and he knows it!
You want to see a walk? Then go watch the mailman.
by SeeingStars on Aug 29, 2009 9:03 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Another strong performance by Mr. Peanut today.
The strongest force is the universe is biding its time in Fresno, brother.
by rightcenterfielder on Aug 29, 2009 9:05 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He is related to Tim Lincecum Good
Tommy Joseph is the Dingerzball Wizard
by SoFa King Mike on Aug 30, 2009 8:04 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He's pitched well the entire year
That one San Diego start has seriously skewed his ERA. He would have a 3.5 ERA for the year if you take that start out.
by superk1ng on Aug 29, 2009 8:56 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I really love being a Giants fan again
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Aug 29, 2009 9:02 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
It looks like Penny is all ours if we want him
and all reports indicate that we do. This weekend series with the Padres was supposed to determine whether the Marlins were going to pursue Penny but they’ve lost the first 2 games of the series.
by superk1ng on Aug 29, 2009 9:03 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
It’s Penny and me tonight
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Long ago they came west over the mountains, and I have rooted for them years uncounted; and together through many ages of this world we have fought the long defeat.
by shanghaijim on Aug 29, 2009 9:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Aug 31 right?
Send down Hinshaw, call him up the next day on Sep 1. I want Penny – I think he’s a significant improvement over the rest of the crumbs we have (Martinez/Sadowksi) in that 5th spot.
Jonathan Sanchez. He's left-handed, like Barry Zito. His fastball breaks 80, unlike Zito.
by Aadik on Aug 29, 2009 9:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
there still has to be space on the 40 man though – somebodies gots ta go.
by Merope on Aug 29, 2009 9:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
they have a bunch of useless guys on the 40 man
and they can also just move Burriss to the 60 day DL if they want.
by superk1ng on Aug 29, 2009 9:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Didn't they already do that?
GROUGTHINK ALERT
The first Chester Arthur fanboy ever.
by groug on Aug 29, 2009 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It doesn’t have him on the 60 day DL on the Giants website
by superk1ng on Aug 29, 2009 9:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I could have sworn he was put on the 60-man earlier this year, but apparently that never happened.
So, yeah. They could move him to the 60-day DL.
GROUGTHINK ALERT
The first Chester Arthur fanboy ever.
by groug on Aug 29, 2009 9:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Or get rid of Bocock
You know, the guy who isn’t very good.
Jonathan Sanchez. He's left-handed, like Barry Zito. His fastball breaks 80, unlike Zito.
by Aadik on Aug 29, 2009 10:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Brian Bocock will be on the 40-man roster until the end of time. Hear it. Accept it. Love it.
GROUGTHINK ALERT
The first Chester Arthur fanboy ever.
by groug on Aug 29, 2009 10:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Next Rich Aurilia!
#1 threat to America: Pandas
Also, Tim Lincecum
Adopted Father: Tyler Graham
by GrahamCrakalaka on Aug 29, 2009 10:58 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Correct. I assume putting him on the 60-day DL is the easiest thing they could do to clear room. There’s also Bocock, :(owski, and Jesse English, none of whom is likely to be claimed on waivers by another team (and if they did, who cares).
by taliesin on Aug 30, 2009 1:17 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Penny for your thoughts?
If you don't eat your meat, you can't have any pudding.
by SFGuy on Aug 30, 2009 12:07 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
the Yankees are the only other team that are going to go after him
but I would think he would want to get the hell out of the AL east
by superk1ng on Aug 29, 2009 9:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Awesome
The 1st pitch is the best
by Tay on Aug 29, 2009 9:11 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions 0 recs
WTH is going on out on the field during the wrap?
by Merope on Aug 29, 2009 9:09 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
auction, sounds like?
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Long ago they came west over the mountains, and I have rooted for them years uncounted; and together through many ages of this world we have fought the long defeat.
by shanghaijim on Aug 29, 2009 9:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah, it does…
I didn’t see anything on the Giants promotions website though, whatever it is it’s loud and annoying!
by Merope on Aug 29, 2009 9:11 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well, after the Johnson/Santana game in May, there was a Community Fund auction (I won the Cy Young 3-baseball pack) but I don’t remember the auctioneer being that loud…
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Long ago they came west over the mountains, and I have rooted for them years uncounted; and together through many ages of this world we have fought the long defeat.
by shanghaijim on Aug 29, 2009 9:12 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Supposed to be something about Creature Features.
If you don't eat your meat, you can't have any pudding.
by SFGuy on Aug 30, 2009 12:08 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Besides Pablo's HR
What was your favorite part of the game?
I enjoyed Whiteside’s “triple” and Zito striking out the side in the 1st, but I was very entertained by Velez and Nate almost colliding… But only because it was caught.
The 1st pitch is the best
by Tay on Aug 29, 2009 9:10 PM PDT via mobile reply actions 0 recs
When Rowand made the final catch.
by positiveuphemism on Aug 29, 2009 9:11 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
+109
#1 threat to America: Pandas
Also, Tim Lincecum
Adopted Father: Tyler Graham
by GrahamCrakalaka on Aug 29, 2009 10:58 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That was Velez.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Aug 29, 2009 10:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Rowand
He double switched when he brought Wilson in to the game. Winn moved to RF, Velez to LF
by superk1ng on Aug 29, 2009 11:05 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wait
He took out Nate, not Velez?
Insanity is just a state of mind.
by giants9107 on Aug 29, 2009 11:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
i know right
I was mad
but Schierholtz made th last out in the 8th
#1 threat to America: Pandas
Also, Tim Lincecum
Adopted Father: Tyler Graham
by GrahamCrakalaka on Aug 29, 2009 11:13 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You didn’t here us yelling all the way out here in Sacramento?
" < sputter, sputter > WTF ?? < sputter > He put Rowand in center and MOVED VELEZ TO LEFT? HE TOOK OUT NATE AND LEFT NOODLE ARMED WINN IN RIGHT < choke, cough, sputter, asphyxiate >
by Merope on Aug 30, 2009 9:12 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
oh wow, I didn’t even notice.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Aug 29, 2009 11:14 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
FBAL and Scott do look eerily similar.
Giant Dirtbags: John Bowker, Steve Hammond. MIA List: Todd Jennings, Brian Anderson
Jeremy Affeldt induces DP's
by Giant among Angels on Aug 30, 2009 8:52 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
hey i was up in 305 and i was too busy freakin out to worry about little things like who’s playing center field.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Aug 30, 2009 10:40 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know. Just razzin you
Giant Dirtbags: John Bowker, Steve Hammond. MIA List: Todd Jennings, Brian Anderson
Jeremy Affeldt induces DP's
by Giant among Angels on Aug 30, 2009 12:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I enjoy the strike em out throw em outs with Eli.
by BittyBee Loche on Aug 29, 2009 9:12 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That play was one of my favorites as well.
Giant Dirtbags: John Bowker, Steve Hammond. MIA List: Todd Jennings, Brian Anderson
Jeremy Affeldt induces DP's
by Giant among Angels on Aug 30, 2009 8:53 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Zito strikes out Tuloshitski, I think it was bottom of the 8th. I was cooling off in the garden listening on my phone and pumped my fists and shouted “Fuck yeah!” three times.
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Long ago they came west over the mountains, and I have rooted for them years uncounted; and together through many ages of this world we have fought the long defeat.
by shanghaijim on Aug 29, 2009 9:14 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's awesome anytime Tuloshitski strikes out
by BittyBee Loche on Aug 29, 2009 9:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ta-ta-ta-ta-ta-ta-ta-ta-TULO
Up-up-up-up-up-up-up-up-up-YOURS!
by joe t on Aug 29, 2009 10:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Missed the whole game
because I was at a wedding. Did Whiteside hit his triple out of the infield?
Juan Marichal's bat > JR's head
by titofuentes4 on Aug 29, 2009 9:17 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The VCR at the old folks home
was broken!
Juan Marichal's bat > JR's head
by titofuentes4 on Aug 29, 2009 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
They said I could order a magic lantern show of the game as soon as the smoke from the burning limelights cleared
Juan Marichal's bat > JR's head
by titofuentes4 on Aug 29, 2009 9:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
sometimes they replay them on comcast right away.
Does comcast even have “real” programming on after midnight? They should consider doing a TV midnight replay!
by Merope on Aug 29, 2009 9:23 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Looks like they often do a primetime replay after a day game. But yeah, a midnight replay would be badass.
I'll take the freight train, Bengie Molina.
by Brother Bummer on Aug 29, 2009 11:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
If you have comcast… which we don’t … cuz… every time it rained Comcast would go out. Don’t even get me started….
by Merope on Aug 30, 2009 9:13 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
literate reference is literate
Giants wins feel better than Dodger losses, but it's darn close.
by WhereThere'sAWillieThere'sAMays on Aug 29, 2009 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah it was a good hit to center but Young Jr. dove for it and it bounced over him.
The 1st pitch is the best
by Tay on Aug 29, 2009 10:48 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, EY Jr. dove for a liner in front of him that he should have played on a hop in that situation.
Giant Dirtbags: John Bowker, Steve Hammond. MIA List: Todd Jennings, Brian Anderson
Jeremy Affeldt induces DP's
by Giant among Angels on Aug 30, 2009 8:55 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
But JT is great on the radio.
He should just never be on TV post games.
Gary Darling, go DIAFF.
by The Enchanter on Aug 29, 2009 10:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What's goin' on in the background of the Wrap?
well, it was really gary thomasson--the great, giant, fan
by greatgiantfan on Aug 29, 2009 9:17 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
it’s either an auction, or live seagull racing.
by Merope on Aug 29, 2009 9:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Found the answer
Giants Community Fund Sports Memorabilia Auction
Saturday – August 29, 2009
On Saturday, August 29 the Giants Community Fund will host its annual year-end silent and live auction. The silent auction will be held in the Scoreboard Plaza area to the right of the giant glove. The auction will feature nearly 70 autographed items, including memorabilia from other MLB teams! A live auction will be held on top of the Visitors dugout immediately following the game with more than 20 unique items, including memorabilia and exclusive experiences at the ballpark!
The strongest force is the universe is biding its time in Fresno, brother.
by rightcenterfielder on Aug 29, 2009 9:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Maybe next time they should BOTH be SILENT auctions!
by Merope on Aug 29, 2009 9:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Anybody going to be in Vegas this upcoming week? I’m gunna watch the grizzlies on tuesday and wednesday play the 51’s
by Bryappie on Aug 29, 2009 9:19 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I’ve been wanting a 51’s hat for a couple of years now.
Crazy Crab despised in the 20th century and beloved in the 21st century. Hey it only took over 20 years, so don't give up hope.
by timmeh on Aug 29, 2009 9:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
they were a dodger org before this year… i think that would make you officially suck
by Bryappie on Aug 29, 2009 9:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Get them now
The ’51’s will probably change their name after this season.
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by BruteSentiment on Aug 30, 2009 1:24 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m curious, why is this?
Brand new adoptive daddy for the Big Unit. Congrats go out to my son for his 300th win. Only 211 more wins until he catches Cy Young!
by Speedforthewin on Aug 30, 2009 8:53 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m glad the Giants won, and didn’t allow the Rockies to “seal up the wildcard” or whatever they said over at Purple Row
Billy Ripken is not a fuck face
by Karlifornia on Aug 29, 2009 9:19 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Purple can kiss my orange and black ass
Now offering free hugs from Amy G.
Billy Ripken is still a douche bag.
by kbsofaraway08 on Aug 29, 2009 9:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
DAVE: I did not pack a single pair of underwear!
JT: 0_o
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Long ago they came west over the mountains, and I have rooted for them years uncounted; and together through many ages of this world we have fought the long defeat.
by shanghaijim on Aug 29, 2009 9:20 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I loved the line about having a left feilder for 15 years that didn’t run and that seemed tto work out alright.
That’s it! Katie bar the door for this 79 win team is star crossed! And I am loving it.
by daveinexile on Aug 29, 2009 9:23 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
any situation in which the camera pans to JT: 0_o
The very bad man traded my son...So now I'd like you all to meet my new son, Ryan "Aaron" Garko...Dammit it's just not the same!
by boonitez on Aug 30, 2009 12:16 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I hate to question the Romosexuals
But he’s not exactly inspiring faith. Scary as it seems, Bob Howry has probably been a better pitcher this year.
Jonathan Sanchez. He's left-handed, like Barry Zito. His fastball breaks 80, unlike Zito.
by Aadik on Aug 29, 2009 9:22 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Hopefully we get Hoffman w/o giving up anything other than $$$.
You want to see a walk? Then go watch the mailman.
by SeeingStars on Aug 29, 2009 9:23 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Plus Howry has a great game face
Now offering free hugs from Amy G.
Billy Ripken is still a douche bag.
by kbsofaraway08 on Aug 29, 2009 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Jackson!
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Long ago they came west over the mountains, and I have rooted for them years uncounted; and together through many ages of this world we have fought the long defeat.
by shanghaijim on Aug 29, 2009 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Saving Ryan?
That’s it! Katie bar the door for this 79 win team is star crossed! And I am loving it.
by daveinexile on Aug 29, 2009 9:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Indeed
Chris Dominguez: Bringing dingerz back to The Bay (In a while)
SCIENCE
by CB30 on Aug 29, 2009 9:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
PARKER GET DOWN!
Welcome to the Warriors, Stephen Curry, the 2009 NBA Rookie of the Year.
Panda's and Curry in the Bey Area. Who would've known?
Conductor of the "We're Back!" Bandwagon!
by ejdacanay on Aug 29, 2009 9:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I never understood why he didnt try to run dwn the stairs
#1 threat to America: Pandas
Also, Tim Lincecum
Adopted Father: Tyler Graham
by GrahamCrakalaka on Aug 29, 2009 11:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
They were only one way. He didn’t want to violate the city’s municipal code.
"The big thing people say to me is, 'Why don't you ever smile?' Well, I'm too interested in trying to beat somebody right now to smile." Will Clark
"I'm close to six feet, I like to think." The Freak.
by Tellias on Aug 29, 2009 11:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Killing people = OK
but NEVER go down the stairs the wrong way.
#1 threat to America: Pandas
Also, Tim Lincecum
Adopted Father: Tyler Graham
by GrahamCrakalaka on Aug 29, 2009 11:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hey lieutentant, there's gooks on all three sides of us!
They got pigs and women and everything.
"Hey old-timer, where am I ?"
"You can't get there from here."
by pynchon59 on Aug 30, 2009 10:31 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He’s been good overall. That one stretch of 6 hitters ballooned his ERA. Tonight he gave up two singles but Affeldt let them score.
Sometimes, there's a man...well, he's the man for his time and place.
by I'm_a_Man on Aug 29, 2009 9:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He's been good.
I wanted him to stay in because he was getting the ball over the plate.
by AmorVincitOmnia on Aug 29, 2009 9:44 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Romo’s FIP: 2.56.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Aug 29, 2009 10:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Romo is the shit when brought in as a stopper. After tonight’s first pitcher his stuff looked a little flat. Until tonight, he had not had a bad outing since directly after the All Star break in Pittsburgh and Atlanta.
"The big thing people say to me is, 'Why don't you ever smile?' Well, I'm too interested in trying to beat somebody right now to smile." Will Clark
"I'm close to six feet, I like to think." The Freak.
by Tellias on Aug 29, 2009 11:55 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Mr Whiteside
PLAYIN OUT OF MY HEAD
AND I AM DOIN JUST FINE
GOTTA GOTTA GET DOWN
BECAUSE I WANT IT ALL
STARTED OUT WITH A HIT
HOW DID IT END UP LIKE THIS
IT WAS ONLY A HIT
IT WAS ONLY A HIT
--
Long ago they came west over the mountains, and I have rooted for them years uncounted; and together through many ages of this world we have fought the long defeat.
by shanghaijim on Aug 29, 2009 9:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Whiteside has been huge. Sit Molina, seems every pitcher does better when he’s not callin the game
by Squez on Aug 29, 2009 9:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Pablo caught Zito early on and did well, and hmmm Sanchez threw the no no to uh,…. Eli
by Squez on Aug 29, 2009 9:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lincecum and Cain are usually caught by Molina
Chris Dominguez: Bringing dingerz back to The Bay (In a while)
SCIENCE
by CB30 on Aug 29, 2009 9:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think Whiteside is a smarter catcher than Molina, plus he is more agile.
by BittyBee Loche on Aug 29, 2009 9:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
hey its a Killers reference!
I don't know anything about minor league players, so I adopted the Coke Bottle, someone please help me.
I also make music, please check it out
by ringleader3 on Aug 30, 2009 12:58 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
ON THE WHITESIDE, OHHHH YEAHHHHH
embarrassed father of over the hill Edgardo Renteria
by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 6:02 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Good day
Giants win and I found some awesome Giants wear for the games in Philly. Looks like this but is Orange and has a HUGE SF emblem.
I R 5
by say hey nation on Aug 29, 2009 9:24 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Had to leave in the 4th inning (thanks to dickwad front office on behalf of all fans with little kids)
I accidentally posted this on a fanpost rather than here, but wanted to say that it was another great crowd, great spirit, such fun. The Splash job by Pablo was great; the love for Barry Zito was great; the weird barge with sand on it with people riding bikes on it was weird; just a lovely night. (Though abbreviated, grrr.)
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Aug 29, 2009 9:24 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Sorry, why was it abbreviated?
I R 5
by say hey nation on Aug 29, 2009 9:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
nevermind
I get it. You have to leave early b/c it gets late for the kids
I R 5
by say hey nation on Aug 29, 2009 9:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m not going to sleep until you tell us what happened
Wall-E for Best Picture 2008
2009: The return of Los Galacticos!
by Useful_Idiot on Aug 29, 2009 9:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m guessing late Saturday afternoon start times mess with the Junior Mayor’s sleep/nap patterns, which leads to one cranky kadiddle after 8pm… so the Mayoral party had to leave early.
by Merope on Aug 29, 2009 9:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Merope is right; the Heir of Mayor's bedtime is about 8, so we have to leave our seats around 7
I’m sure that getting to televise the games is worth a lot of money to the corporation, and I’m actually not one of those parents who thinks the world should revolve around the fact that I have reproduced. But part of baseball’s business plan, I would think and/or hope, is the cultivation of little kids as fans, as little kids are by far the #1 likeliest creatures on earth to become adult humans someday, with disposable income of their own.
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Aug 29, 2009 10:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
"little kids are by far the #1 likeliest creatures on earth to become adult humans someday, with disposable income of their own."
This.
Meanwhile, MLB wonders why Fall Classic viewership continues to decline after 25 to 30 years of WS games played almost exclusively at night, even on weekends, while the kids are in school. The networks are eating their audience seed corn.
Proud father of Barry Bonds.
by Sabertooth on Aug 30, 2009 2:03 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You have to leave at 7 when the game starts at 6:15? Why does that make the front office dickwads? Maybe take the rugrats on a Sunday. Not a parent myself, but if their bedtime is 8pm they might be a wee young for the live baseball just yet. At least you caught Panda’s no doubter though.
by Rorsavelt on Aug 30, 2009 4:24 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
“Maybe take the rugrats on a Sunday.”
I don’t have a problem with the Saturday night games, but for people who prefer day games, this statement is basically saying, “Why not just take a half of what you’re used to getting and be happy with it?” That’s not a sentiment that usually goes over well.
"I been waitin' a long time for this! I been waitin' since the f**kin' amateurs!" --WILL "THE THRILL" CLARK
by Josh from Hollywood on Aug 30, 2009 12:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Another part of baseball’s business plan involves occasionally showing important West Coast games during prime time in the East.
Deal.
Giants wins feel better than Dodger losses, but it's darn close.
by WhereThere'sAWillieThere'sAMays on Aug 30, 2009 9:33 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
6:00 Saturday starts are not about getting West coast games onto East coast prime time, they are about getting around Fox’s hammerlock on the afternoon time slot. Saturday prime time sports are not big ratings grabbers.
Utter frustration and futility.
by Johnny Disaster on Aug 30, 2009 10:33 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's a pretty broad generalization.
The only replies I made that could be construed as such were to you calling the FO dickwads (and as I said above, I don’t agree, but am sorry I came off snotty there), and the above folks railing on Kent. Neither of which I see as entirely fair.
Giants wins feel better than Dodger losses, but it's darn close.
by WhereThere'sAWillieThere'sAMays on Aug 30, 2009 12:47 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, this would be a tad more clever if "baseball" were in charge of scheduling games
Pro tip: Home teams schedule games, and the SF Giants don’t care about advancing “baseball’s” interest in showing “important West Coast games” (which, by the way, was not predicted last winter when the schedule was created) during prime time in the east. If you think “baseball” influenced the Giants to make nearly all their Saturday games through the summer start at 6:05 so that — in the improbable circumstance some of those might be “important” — East Coasters could see them, that’s insane. “Baseball” doesn’t tell the teams when to schedule this or that game (except by contract for Fox or ESPN, but that’s not what this game was).
The Giants scheduled almost all their Saturday games during the summer at 6:05 so as to miss Fox’s exclusive window. That exclusive window is the issue. Facts and reality are all over the place and are quite understandable. Deal.
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Aug 30, 2009 10:34 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
So the Fox window is stupid.
/shrug/
I have no argument with that sentiment. But how is that the Giants’ FO’s fault? What about all the little future adult humans who are not so privileged to have season tickets, whose love of and interest in baseball is fostered by, y’know, getting to see the games themselves?
That “deal” came off snottier than I intended. Sorry about that.
But it’s hard for me to see the FO as dickwads for dodging the window, or feel sorry for your having to miss a few games, or a few innings of a few games, out of your season ticket plan when those few games are the only ones that I, as a transplant, am able to see. I’m all for promoting baseball among the Youth of Today™, but Rorsavelt makes a good point up there; considering the Heir’s bedtime vis a vis first pitch, maybe that was a babysitter game.
Giants wins feel better than Dodger losses, but it's darn close.
by WhereThere'sAWillieThere'sAMays on Aug 30, 2009 11:56 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I hear ya, I was bitching elsewhere that because of those stupid Saturday start times – we probably won’t be able to make it to anymore games this season.
I want Saturday DAY GAMES back!!! Stoopit Sucky Selig.
by Merope on Aug 29, 2009 9:33 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
My Brooklyn-livin' self
does not feel sorry for you.
Those late Saturday games are the few times I get to see them.
Giants wins feel better than Dodger losses, but it's darn close.
by WhereThere'sAWillieThere'sAMays on Aug 29, 2009 9:41 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Exactly
One of the first things I do when I check the schedule for the week is look and see if the Giants’ have a day game or a night game on Saturday. If it’s a day game it’s going to get blacked out here by Fox. Play ’em all at night.
embarrassed father of over the hill Edgardo Renteria
by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 6:05 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Or get rid of stupid FOX exclusivity on games.
by Merope on Aug 30, 2009 9:15 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
THIS!
I have railed against the NFL for the same thing. I have only logic backing this up, but to me blacking out local games does not cause people to instead watch some nationally televised game, nor does it force more people to attend in person. The only major impact it has is to cause fewer local casual fans which in the long run is not good for the sport.
by nofreetime on Aug 30, 2009 9:31 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Question:
Was Affeldt getting pulled after one batter STUPID Bochy, or a McCoven-consensus-approved move?
Juan Marichal's bat > JR's head
by titofuentes4 on Aug 29, 2009 9:26 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Isn’t everything STUPID Bochy?
Sometimes, there's a man...well, he's the man for his time and place.
by I'm_a_Man on Aug 29, 2009 9:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wasn’t here during the game so I have no idea what everyone else thought. I was initially upset when I saw him coming to take Affeldt out of the game with lefty Helton up, but I calmed down when I thought about how good Wilson’s been recently. At the end of the day, I didn’t really have a problem with the move. Wilson’s the best pitcher in the bullpen, use him with the game on the line.
THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME (for 3 days in 1995).
by Mike Benjamin Hit King on Aug 29, 2009 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Plus Affeldt got hit in the foot on a line drive.
Bruce Bochy would like you to look at the career numbers and stop complaining.
by cheno on Aug 29, 2009 10:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m not sure, but I think it wasn’t a save situation when Affledlt came in, but it was by the time he brought Wilson in.
I know, I know, saves are stupid…but they matter to the player getting them. Wilson has been a warrior lately, throw him a biscuit.
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Aug 30, 2009 7:43 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
No, I think that was a real save situation.
Considering the three collapses in Denver and the way the hits kept coming in the ninth last night, Wilson was ABSOLUTELY the right move.
Giants wins feel better than Dodger losses, but it's darn close.
by WhereThere'sAWillieThere'sAMays on Aug 30, 2009 9:35 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
When Affeldt came in, the tying run was on deck, so it was actually a save situation.
GROUGTHINK ALERT
The first Chester Arthur fanboy ever.
by groug on Aug 30, 2009 11:42 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wilson’s been wayyyyy too clutch recently for me to get too upset
by DrJ Funk Master Deluxe 3000 on Aug 29, 2009 9:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I thought it was odd he pulled Affeldt against lefty Helton. His breaking ball was looking nasty tonight. Especially considering Affeldt’s innate ability inducing ground balls. Has Helton owned Affeldt in the past, or was Bochy going with the fact that Affeldt has been better against righties than lefties?
"The big thing people say to me is, 'Why don't you ever smile?' Well, I'm too interested in trying to beat somebody right now to smile." Will Clark
"I'm close to six feet, I like to think." The Freak.
by Tellias on Aug 29, 2009 11:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I am a fan of Bochy’s new found short leash. The bullpen has been great all year but has recently sucked some major ass with the exception of Wilson.
by Rorsavelt on Aug 30, 2009 4:29 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Helton had just gotten a hit off of Wilson the previous night. I didn’t like the move. What will he do today? Helton is now 2 for 2 this weekend against Wilson.
embarrassed father of over the hill Edgardo Renteria
by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 6:06 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
big head has been studying..
la russa’s successful method of using t.miller against the tough lefties in the 9th, and bringing in franklin for 1 and 2 out saves. giving franklin’s average stuff the greatest chance to excel, which he has.
by giantdonkey on Aug 30, 2009 9:44 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
BARRY! BARRY! BARRY!
Just got back. What a good time at the yard.
Utter frustration and futility.
by Johnny Disaster on Aug 29, 2009 9:32 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Loudest cheers I’ve ever heard for Barry Zito at AT&T Park. Hands down.
Hell, there was even a raucous “Barry! Barry!” chant going.
by deuce deuce on Aug 29, 2009 9:35 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Chillin' like it's 2000-2003
Status: Feels so broke up. Wants to go home. || Still boycotting Johnsonville and Giants souvenirs or ballpark foods for repossessing my K Wall in right field.
by GiantBrass on Aug 29, 2009 9:47 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
see a starting pitcher come out for a curtain call before the game's over very often.
But that was an important moment in the relationship between Barry and the fans.
Of course, it made me think of Game 6, too, an impression the ninth inning tonight didn’t help.
Giants wins feel better than Dodger losses, but it's darn close.
by WhereThere'sAWillieThere'sAMays on Aug 29, 2009 9:48 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
*You don't
Giants wins feel better than Dodger losses, but it's darn close.
by WhereThere'sAWillieThere'sAMays on Aug 29, 2009 9:50 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It’s time we got over the contract. He’s a Giant now, he’s pitching great, he’s clutch, who cares how much money he makes.
Fulfilling your Gus Benusa needs since 2009!
by Giantsfan4life on Aug 29, 2009 9:58 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
that big name FA who will sign elsewhere because Zito’s contract prevents us from signing him.
embarrassed father of over the hill Edgardo Renteria
by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 6:07 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think the point was that continuing to bitch about the contract really doesn’t serve any purpose. Apparently you disagree.
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Aug 30, 2009 7:45 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I have nothing but good things to say about Zito this year. I’m just mentioning that this will always be there. I was glad to see in the NY Daily News today that Bill Madden said that Alfonso Soriano’s contract with the Cubs will go down in history as the worst contract of all time. You just know he would have said Zito’s before this season started. I’m happy for Barry and how he’s redeemed himself this season.
embarrassed father of over the hill Edgardo Renteria
by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 7:58 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was looking for Bonds. I thought he was in the ball park.
If you don't eat your meat, you can't have any pudding.
by SFGuy on Aug 30, 2009 12:11 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
agreed
been a while since we’ve heard the Barry chant
The very bad man traded my son...So now I'd like you all to meet my new son, Ryan "Aaron" Garko...Dammit it's just not the same!
by boonitez on Aug 30, 2009 12:21 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
either he didn’t want to take away the thunder from Jeff Kent on this special night, or he didn’t want to honor Jeff Kent!
embarrassed father of over the hill Edgardo Renteria
by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 6:08 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Question of the game
Very interesting fan question to Kruk and Kuip: Does a pitcher shake off location signs like they do pitch signs?
Krukow said that since location is only called for fastballs, a head shake after a nod would be a tip that a fastball’s coming. So the pitcher just waits to start his windup until the catcher chooses a location he wants.
"The questions are so stupid. I don't believe in rivalries. I don't believe in curses. Wake up the damn Bambino, maybe I'll drill him in the ass."
- Pedro Martinez, asked about the Curse of the Bambino
by achiappanza on Aug 29, 2009 9:37 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
that actually is rather interesting. Thanks for that.
Billy Ripken is not a fuck face
by Karlifornia on Aug 30, 2009 12:03 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I heard that and didn’t understand that.
How would a shake then a nod indicate a FB is coming?
Couldn’t a catcher call for a FB and be shook off for something else?
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Aug 30, 2009 7:47 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You got it reversed. It's 'nod THEN shake' would tip off the fastball
Because only the fastball would require a secondary agreement, i.e., location. So if you’ve agreed to something at first and then have to agree on a second thing, it must mean fastball. You’re right that ‘shake then nod’ doesn’t necessarily mean anything besides that the first suggestion was rejected and the second one was agreed to.
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Aug 30, 2009 9:32 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'll explain
There can be a series of shakes, but once you get the first nod, the pitch type has been called. Any shake after that has to refer to location, and therefore can only be about fastballs.
"The questions are so stupid. I don't believe in rivalries. I don't believe in curses. Wake up the damn Bambino, maybe I'll drill him in the ass."
- Pedro Martinez, asked about the Curse of the Bambino
by achiappanza on Aug 30, 2009 4:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Strong Big-Z is Strong
Suck it, bitches
by jctGamer on Aug 29, 2009 9:40 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
So Urban says he’s having Romo, Timmy, Zito and BWil on the Unicorn Hour tomorrow.
Gary Darling, go DIAFF.
by The Enchanter on Aug 29, 2009 10:41 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You may be a real contender when . . .
Runner on 3rd, less than 2 out, sac fly. Twice!
Rohlinger comes in, stellar D
You pull of the routine 4-9-6 force out
And the K/CS/DP
Fulfilling your Gus Benusa needs since 2009!
by Giantsfan4life on Aug 29, 2009 9:55 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
+1 on the Ry Roll D. I don’t think Panda would have picked the drive down the 3rd base line.
Gary Darling, go DIAFF.
by The Enchanter on Aug 29, 2009 10:40 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Stole this from purple row gamethread
Very Impressed with the Giants at home, they pitch great, do the important little things, sac flies, 1st to 3rd, great pitch selectionn and very smart baseball.
wait what?
by jctGamer on Aug 29, 2009 9:58 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
"It's a trap!"
They’re screwing with your mind, mang.
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Aug 29, 2009 10:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It’s a tarp.
If you don't eat your meat, you can't have any pudding.
by SFGuy on Aug 30, 2009 12:11 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wow
just wow
#1 threat to America: Pandas
Also, Tim Lincecum
Adopted Father: Tyler Graham
by GrahamCrakalaka on Aug 29, 2009 11:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Giants leading off Sportscenter again
by DFAAurillia on Aug 29, 2009 10:02 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Yankees and Red Sox have the week off or something?
by loonyfringe on Aug 29, 2009 10:13 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Grizzlies here in Sacratomato this weekend, would have liked to have gone but too damn hot here. They are down right now 5 to 9 in the 8th though.
by BittyBee Loche on Aug 29, 2009 10:14 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
One more win til we match last year’s total!
by DrJ Funk Master Deluxe 3000 on Aug 29, 2009 10:22 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
SI, SE PUENDA!
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Aug 29, 2009 10:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
YOU WERE NOT BORN IN THIS COUNTRY
GROUGTHINK ALERT
The first Chester Arthur fanboy ever.
by groug on Aug 29, 2009 10:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's true. I was born in Louisiana.
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Aug 30, 2009 9:36 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
JINX!
Brian Sabean strongly encourages you to disregard the drudgery of your employment responsibilities and join him in the consumption of spirituous libations.
by satyricrash on Aug 29, 2009 11:08 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That was one of the most fun games I’ve been to all year! The “Barry!” chants in the ninth were LOUD.
I totally thought that Barmes had hit that last ball to LF, btw, and Winn didn’t even move, so I was sure it was gone. But then I realized that Velez was moving around and everything was okay.
Seriously though. Barry Zito. I love him.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Aug 29, 2009 10:39 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Also Mychael Urban was drunk as shit on that postgame show and it was hilarious.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Aug 29, 2009 10:42 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
soo
I almost forgot Freddy Sanchez was on this team
by i wish we were good on Aug 29, 2009 10:52 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
"Trust me: If I’m feeling lousy at the plate like that, I’m not just going to walk up there with bases loaded and get a hit because I’m some great clutch hitter." - Mr. F!
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by Natto on Aug 29, 2009 10:57 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
did Kruk shave his chin thing?
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Aug 29, 2009 10:58 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
no, I don’t think so
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Aug 30, 2009 7:50 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Kent is a douchebag
if the Dodgers win the World Series, I will set myself on fire
by DAinLA on Aug 30, 2009 12:27 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Give me another chance guy!
Chris Dominguez: Bringing dingerz back to The Bay (In a while)
SCIENCE
by CB30 on Aug 30, 2009 12:33 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
WHATEVER
"Trust me: If I’m feeling lousy at the plate like that, I’m not just going to walk up there with bases loaded and get a hit because I’m some great clutch hitter." - Mr. F!
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by Natto on Aug 30, 2009 12:34 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He seemed like a pretty nice guy in the booth and in this interview http://www.knbr.com/common/global_audio/201/11712.mp3
by superk1ng on Aug 30, 2009 12:47 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Eh
He has talking points like a political pundit on a cable news show. The guy is concerned about his legacy and is getting his house in order. I loved him on the field as a Giant but he is most certainly the same douche bag he has always been. Also, I just generally hate the whole southern accent not from the south thing. We know you’re a redneck, now we know you are a phony one too.
by Rorsavelt on Aug 30, 2009 4:38 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He made me laugh when he was saying goodbye to them before the inning was even over. You know he just wanted to get out of there. I was surprised that Kruk and Kuip didn’t ask him if he was interested in being a coach or manager, but I guess Flem did on the radio side and he told them “maybe in five years.”
embarrassed father of over the hill Edgardo Renteria
by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 6:11 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
And twice kissing Kruk & Kuip’s ass was pathetic. “You guys are awesome! Not just good for the Giants, but good for the game of baseball. Now please me kiss you.”
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Aug 30, 2009 7:52 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's possible he meant it.
Crazy, I know, but some people like and admire other people and feel the need to tell them.
Giants wins feel better than Dodger losses, but it's darn close.
by WhereThere'sAWillieThere'sAMays on Aug 30, 2009 9:41 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It would mean more if he did it off the air.
I’m with Rorsavelt, I think he’s trying to clean up his image. I heard him repeating a lot of the same talking points from previous interview over the weekend.
He was a heck of a ballplayer, but I’m not buying Kent’s transformation from surly a-hole to chummy chummy as entirely genuine.
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Aug 30, 2009 12:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You are correct. His praise of JT Snow’s color commentating abilities, which I had not heard, cast doubt upon his motivations. I also enjoyed how K&K debated about whether “stubborn” or “grumpy” was the most appropriate descriptor.
And, hey, political as his motivations might be, you gotta give the guy credit for deciding to mend fences.
Giants wins feel better than Dodger losses, but it's darn close.
by WhereThere'sAWillieThere'sAMays on Aug 31, 2009 8:17 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Y'know
he does live in Texas. People’s accents do change when living in different regions. So what if he was/is a dbag? He certainly hasn’t been one this weekend. Do you feel the need to point out Bonds’ douchery (which far, far exceeds Kent’s, BTW) every time he’s mentioned?
Giants wins feel better than Dodger losses, but it's darn close.
by WhereThere'sAWillieThere'sAMays on Aug 30, 2009 9:40 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Funny comment from a guy who has basically come onto this thread to speak dickishly to just about everyone you've replied to.
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Aug 30, 2009 10:06 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's a pretty broad generalization.
The only replies I made that could be construed as such were to you calling the FO dickwads (and as I said above, I don’t agree, but am sorry I came off snotty there), and the above folks railing on Kent. Neither of which I see as entirely fair.
Giants wins feel better than Dodger losses, but it's darn close.
by WhereThere'sAWillieThere'sAMays on Aug 30, 2009 12:48 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
This looks like one of Natto’s Zito Awkward picture photoshops. May as well put Barry’s head on Kent for his next start.
The #1 greatest threat to America: BEARS
by norcalnick on Aug 30, 2009 8:46 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Excitement
Is there anywhere online we can order up a broom and a rake, that can get it here by tomorrow morning?
by JLowe on Aug 29, 2009 11:01 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Wouldn’t it be faster and easier to go to a store?
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by Natto on Aug 29, 2009 11:03 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
oh, i guess you’re right. but shit costs too much here in SF.
by JLowe on Aug 29, 2009 11:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don’t think you’ll find a place that delivers on a Sunday anyway.
"Trust me: If I’m feeling lousy at the plate like that, I’m not just going to walk up there with bases loaded and get a hit because I’m some great clutch hitter." - Mr. F!
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by Natto on Aug 29, 2009 11:17 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Broom
You can probably get one at Walgreen’s or Safeway for as cheap as online, especially if you were thinking of paying express charges.
Pro tip: Brooms are sort of basic household item. It’s not like it would be a complete waste of time to own one.
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by Goofus on Aug 30, 2009 7:56 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOL
how do you not own a broom?
"A foghorn blowing out wild and cold." -Dire Straits
by FriscoJoe on Aug 30, 2009 9:08 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know, huh
We have a Roomba, yet still own a broom.
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by Goofus on Aug 30, 2009 12:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Somebody needs to make a GIF/photo of Lou Seal/Panda beating Dinger with a broom
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by GrahamCrakalaka on Aug 29, 2009 11:04 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I got one better than that .....
pWn3d!!!1
by orange_and_black_attack on Aug 30, 2009 12:26 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
whoops!!
here it is.
pWn3d!!!1
by orange_and_black_attack on Aug 30, 2009 12:40 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
lol
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by GrahamCrakalaka on Aug 30, 2009 12:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
PABLO!!!
FEAR THE PANDA!!!
by orange_and_black_attack on Aug 29, 2009 11:04 PM PDT reply actions 2 recs
How the Rockies see the Giants tonight
"If you want to walk, watch a mailman."--Shawon Dunston
"If you want to bunt, bake a cake."--Bruce Bochy
by Kitspool on Aug 29, 2009 11:07 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
yup
a box with a question mark
Tommy Joseph is the Dingerzball Wizard
by SoFa King Mike on Aug 30, 2009 8:13 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
So…is molina back tomorrow?
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by Speedforthewin on Aug 29, 2009 11:12 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
hope not
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by GrahamCrakalaka on Aug 29, 2009 11:13 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Sounded like Bochy is giving him one more day off.
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by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 6:12 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
ELI WHITESIDE has become a folk legend of sorts.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Aug 29, 2009 11:14 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
he of the caught stealing
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by Speedforthewin on Aug 29, 2009 11:15 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
newly-initiated last of the caughtstealins
by JLowe on Aug 29, 2009 11:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
he has actually been a HUGE part of this team
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by GrahamCrakalaka on Aug 29, 2009 11:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
/no hitter
/grand slam
caught stealing
Chris Dominguez: Bringing dingerz back to The Bay (In a while)
SCIENCE
by CB30 on Aug 29, 2009 11:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
well ya
but even more than that
consistently being a key player, every game
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by GrahamCrakalaka on Aug 29, 2009 11:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He hits grandslams, catches no hitters, and guns down would-be basestealers. What more could you ask for?
"Trust me: If I’m feeling lousy at the plate like that, I’m not just going to walk up there with bases loaded and get a hit because I’m some great clutch hitter." - Mr. F!
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by Natto on Aug 29, 2009 11:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What more could you ask for?
A curly grey ’fro?
Ask and ye shall receive!
"If you want to walk, watch a mailman."--Shawon Dunston
"If you want to bunt, bake a cake."--Bruce Bochy
by Kitspool on Aug 29, 2009 11:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Him to PR for bengie more often, being as earlier in the year, that was a reason for having a backup catcher not named sandoval. Boy, that seems so long ago.
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by Speedforthewin on Aug 29, 2009 11:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Someone should write a folk song about him.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Aug 29, 2009 11:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Kumbayah my Bonds, kumbayah
Kumbayah my Bonds, kumbayah
Kumbayah my Bonds, kumbayah
Oh Bonds, kumbayah
Whiteside’s Grand Slam my Bonds, kumbaya
Whiteside’s Grand Slam my Bonds, kumbaya
Whiteside’s Grand Slam my Bonds, kumbaya
Oh Bonds, kumbayah
Whiteside’s Catching no hitter, my Bonds, kumbaya
Whiteside’s Catching no hitter,my Bonds, kumbaya
Whiteside’s Catching no hitter,my Bonds,, kumbaya
Oh Bonds, kumbaya
Eli’s throwing them out, my Bonds, Kumbayah
Eli’s throwing them out,,my Bonds, Kumbayah
Eli’s throwing them out,, my Bonds, Kumbayah
Oh Bonds, Kumbayah
Oh Bonds, kumbayah
by jctGamer on Aug 29, 2009 11:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
wow
thats deep
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by GrahamCrakalaka on Aug 29, 2009 11:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
/waits for Lars or Groug or other McCoven
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by GrahamCrakalaka on Aug 29, 2009 11:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
"If you're catchinnnnng for San Fran Cisco,
Be sure to weeeear some powder in your haaaaair…"
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Aug 30, 2009 9:43 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
almost Brian Johnson-esque.
Almost.
by jctGamer on Aug 29, 2009 11:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Before that steam drill Dodger team beats me down, I’ll die with my hammer bat in my hand.
Status: Feels so broke up. Wants to go home. || Still boycotting Johnsonville and Giants souvenirs or ballpark foods for repossessing my K Wall in right field.
by GiantBrass on Aug 29, 2009 11:23 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
"Trust me: If I’m feeling lousy at the plate like that, I’m not just going to walk up there with bases loaded and get a hit because I’m some great clutch hitter." - Mr. F!
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by Natto on Aug 29, 2009 11:59 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
lol..why? Why would you arrange your family like that?
Billy Ripken is not a fuck face
by Karlifornia on Aug 30, 2009 12:05 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
MORMON BIAS
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Aug 30, 2009 9:44 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He’s the only Giants fan in the family
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by Goofus on Aug 30, 2009 8:06 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
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Also, Tim Lincecum
Adopted Father: Tyler Graham
by GrahamCrakalaka on Aug 30, 2009 12:09 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
For those who watched it
What feed did MLB Network use for the game?? Giants or Rockies/?
If you don't eat your meat, you can't have any pudding.
by SFGuy on Aug 30, 2009 12:13 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Giants
I guess you could say I'm Maeby, reincarnated in male form.
by deebrizz on Aug 30, 2009 2:15 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
wouldn’t you?
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by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 6:13 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think they always use the home feed.
co-dad of IshikaBOOM w/AfDC.
Ishikawa, let the boy hit against lefties.
by kennv on Aug 30, 2009 7:12 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
quick mini poll
if Molina isn’t back by tues, should posey be called up?
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by Speedforthewin on Aug 30, 2009 12:21 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
No. I don’t think the Giants want Posey feeling out calling a major league game as an everyday backstop in the heat of a playoff race in September.
by deuce deuce on Aug 30, 2009 12:24 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
In a selfish world, I’d like to see Posey up. To satisfy my curiosity.
I am glad that the Giants are not mortgaging their financial future and team’s playoff chances to satisfy my curiosity.
by jctGamer on Aug 30, 2009 12:30 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Pretty much
The obsessive fan in me wants to see Posey, but the level headed fan says “nah”
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SCIENCE
by CB30 on Aug 30, 2009 12:36 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Eh?
Wouldn’t they be calling up Posey to improve their playoff chances? I don’t see how it would be detrimental to the team’s playoff chances, especially if Bengie is unable to play. Such a move would only be damaging the team’s financial future if they don’t intend him to start next year in the majors but they do intend to call him up before about May 25. But they could always call him up Tuesday and then not bring him up next year until June 25, if they wanted to try to maximize their utility that way.
by taliesin on Aug 30, 2009 1:31 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOL FINANCIAL FUTURE
Neukom will be laying in the street begging for quarters if they bring up Posey in September!
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by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 6:15 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
If we win the WS because we call up Posey, would anyone still care about the financial future?
by MoreroidsforZito on Aug 30, 2009 10:14 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That’s a pretty big if… are you actually advocating that the Giants pin both future finances and World Series hopes on someone who was playing in college last year? In perhaps the most difficult defensive position on the diamond?
Utter frustration and futility.
by Johnny Disaster on Aug 30, 2009 10:41 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I can't help it.
I wanna win a WS. That is the point of playing every year right? The risk is big but the rewards could be too.
by MoreroidsforZito on Aug 30, 2009 10:49 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Let’s just sign Holliday for 30M, Bay for 30M, pay 150 Million in luxury tax. I mean, it’s just Bow Tie’s money right.
by jctGamer on Aug 30, 2009 10:51 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
This ain't the Pirates so there's always hope.
I think some people have gotten a little too used to waiting for next year.
by MoreroidsforZito on Aug 30, 2009 10:56 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hah!
Whatever makes you happy.
by MoreroidsforZito on Aug 30, 2009 11:00 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
5 TIMES THE VERUCA
GROUGTHINK ALERT
The first Chester Arthur fanboy ever.
by groug on Aug 30, 2009 11:44 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
wut
Tommy Joseph is the Dingerzball Wizard
by SoFa King Mike on Aug 30, 2009 10:45 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
No.
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 30, 2009 12:26 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
to add some factual basis for this discussion, in the postgame wrap on extra baggs, it is stated that Bengie will probably be back in Philly on tuesday.
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by Speedforthewin on Aug 30, 2009 12:34 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
granted, in the same space it said he would probably be back today, so take this news with a grain of salt
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by Speedforthewin on Aug 30, 2009 12:34 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Whiteside is doing well, Maybe call up STEVE HOLM though
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by CB30 on Aug 30, 2009 12:34 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
if we are going to call up a C not on the 40 man, I would rather it be posey than holm.
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by Speedforthewin on Aug 30, 2009 12:35 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Fact of the matter is that the Giants’ usually call up a third catcher in September, and ANY catcher they call up will have to be added to the 40 man roster. Why waste a roster move on Steve Holm? Calling up Posey makes sense. P.S. He didn’t play last night. He was probably being rested, but who knows?
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by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 8:01 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
exactly.
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by Speedforthewin on Aug 30, 2009 8:55 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
why do we need a third catcher?
Molina – Whiteside – GARKLOL
I choose to watch the Giants try to score runs. Not because it is easy, but because it is hard.
by GiantPain on Aug 30, 2009 8:57 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Anyone know the Giants record vs Rockies this year?
I’m hoping that we’re up at this point, especially since the last 2 games.
by giants_rule on Aug 30, 2009 12:44 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
tied at 7
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by Speedforthewin on Aug 30, 2009 12:45 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
7-7
4-1 @ AT&T
3-6 @ Coors
4 more at AT&T bodes well.
by lincecumania on Aug 30, 2009 12:54 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I think I might be screwing with perfection
I love this original image that orange_and_black_attack posted; I added the giants logo but it’s not as cool as the panda by itself— only for if you have lame non baseball friends like me who would wonder why you’re suddenly all into pandas.
Btw I live in colorado and I went to Lincecum ubaldo one last Sunday. Then I watched all 14 innings on Monday. Those games now seem like 15 years ago. What a rollercoaster week. If I had to pick the biggest moment, as pivotal as this rox series is, it would have to be the Molina homer. That came out of nowhere when things looked their darkest (and as others have mentioned, the Kuip call was EPIC ;-).
by payvement on Aug 30, 2009 1:07 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
PIXELS
Tommy Joseph is the Dingerzball Wizard
by SoFa King Mike on Aug 30, 2009 8:15 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
WAIT
we won again? I’ve been busy this weekend and it’s worked well. As much as I would like to watch the game tomorrow, I think i’ll take a hike for your benefit.
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by ringleader3 on Aug 30, 2009 1:08 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Take a hike, dude!!
It’s too hot here to take a hike.
by Merope on Aug 30, 2009 9:22 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Zito has been great this year.
Pablo is the man.
Kent should be at every game for the rest of the year. Keep honoring him. Seems like we always do well when we have those types of reunion thingies before a game.
by Hobbes2d on Aug 30, 2009 1:12 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Barry's back, baby!
I watched this game on the MLB network-I had heard that Zito was pitching lights out for several games in a row, and wow, here they are, Marquis vs. Zito, right on my TV-and I had to watch. Zito was magnificent-there is no other word I could use to describe his performance.. Everything was right around the plate, to the point where I was talking to the TV, saying “Where was THAT, Mr. Umpire?”
Does he always talk to himself and scream out instructions to the fielders? I had never noticed it before, but I don’t get to see Giants games much.
Looking from afar, I’d say the Giants WANT to win this thing. They’re going to fight until the bitter end.
She isn't crazy, she's just not impressed.
Oh, and could you get Mike Adams for the bullpen, please?
by jillsinmo on Aug 30, 2009 6:00 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Does the "mo" in your name mean Missouri? Because "Mr. Umpire" is awfully polite.
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Aug 30, 2009 9:55 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bip Roberts is an idiot!!
Did anyone hear Bip’s comments on the post game show about Marquis? He said the Giants’ did much better against him at ATT because, “the ball does funny things in Coors when you throw it, and now he’s pitching at normal altitude.” Bip Roberts is the only jerk in America who thinks the pitchers have an advantage at Coors!
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by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 6:18 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Even better...
…Bip said now that they’ve returned to the “mainland”. Apparently, he thinks Denver is an island.
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by Goofus on Aug 30, 2009 8:11 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Plus he said this: “Eli Whiteside has gray hair, but he plays hard.” Bip Roberts, ladies and gentlemen!
Sometimes, there's a man...well, he's the man for his time and place.
by I'm_a_Man on Aug 30, 2009 8:36 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
“Oh Eli, don’t you go dying on me now!”
by younghutch on Aug 30, 2009 8:41 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
We are terrible horrible people, we were making fun of Bip for all those things and his “The Giants have the MO-mentum.”
by Merope on Aug 30, 2009 9:23 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
they won every inning yesterday except the ninth, and that inning wasn’t fair because they didn’t get to bat!!
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by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 9:52 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Edgar Renteria -- Did Something or Other!
Money down the stretch, nerds!
by hokysmksbw on Aug 30, 2009 7:31 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I think Rent has been criticized a bit too much around here, but you’re a little over the top, aren’t you?
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by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 8:02 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOL TROLL
Tommy Joseph is the Dingerzball Wizard
by SoFa King Mike on Aug 30, 2009 8:16 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
THATS HOW IT WORKS
Chris Dominguez: Bringing dingerz back to The Bay (In a while)
SCIENCE
by CB30 on Aug 30, 2009 10:12 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
HOKYSMKSBW WAS RIGHT
"Trust me: If I’m feeling lousy at the plate like that, I’m not just going to walk up there with bases loaded and get a hit because I’m some great clutch hitter." - Mr. F!
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by Natto on Aug 30, 2009 9:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Closer's Role
It would have been nice to send Wilson out there right away instead of messing around with two other guys. I love Romo and Affeldt but not when it’s time to shut the door. I personally would have sent out Wilson as the ONLY guy to replace Zito after an outing like that. It’s the ninth inning, it’s a huge game… I do not like Bruce Bochy and his handling of the pitching staff. I think he’s worse than Dusty Baker
Brian Sabean is akin to a treatable form of cancer... just get rid of it before it kills you
by milesntrane on Aug 30, 2009 7:41 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I dunno...
I liked it because I’ve seen B Wilson stink it up in non-save situations. Bochy brought him in as soon as it was a save situation, and he got the job done.
Not that I’m sayin it’s ideal that way; the closer should be able to put teams away regardless of the lead at the time, but Wilson makes me even more nervous in non-save situations than save ones.
by Yoostey on Aug 30, 2009 7:43 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Four run lead, one out nobody on base. You shouldn’t need your closer for that one, especially when he pitched the night before. I was disappointed that Romo couldn’t get the third out. I would have loved to see both Affeldt and Wilson get the night off.
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by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 8:03 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
IAWTC
Proud father of Barry Bonds.
by Sabertooth on Aug 30, 2009 9:34 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Exactly. And I'm sure that was exactly what Bochy/players/everyone was thinking, too.
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Aug 30, 2009 10:01 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
We're in this thing....
But I just realized something…. does it even matter?
What everyone cites as our big advantage in the playoffs if we were to make it is our 1-2 Lincecum-Cain (and now maybe a 3 in Zito!) punch as far as pitching goes.
Well guess what…. there’s a team with a guy named Pujols and another guy named Holliday that, oh…. drive in runs and stuff….. and that team seems to have a pretty nice 1-2-3 also… some guys named Carpenter ane Wainwright who are trying to steal Timmy’s Cy…. and with Smoltz looking the way he is!!
What about the Phils too!! now with Lee, Happ, Hamels, Pedro? I think those two teams’ pitching situations have significantly improved, and as a result shrunk our chances to do playoff damage if we’re there.
Realizing this is actually bringing me some peace about the season. (don’t worry I’m still routing hard for the playoffs though)
by Yoostey on Aug 30, 2009 7:48 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
there’s no doubt that the Phillies and Cardinals are better than us, and I give the Cardinals a lot of credit for the moves they have made in season. That doesn’t mean we shouldn’t want to make the playoffs though. I’ll take my chances with Tim, Barry and Matt in a short series. And even if we lose, the experience of being in and winning the September wild card race, and getting some playoff experience will be important for our young players.
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by rxmeister on Aug 30, 2009 8:06 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Giants VS
STL: 4-3
PHI: 3-1
I like our odds.
I choose to watch the Giants try to score runs. Not because it is easy, but because it is hard.
by GiantPain on Aug 30, 2009 8:29 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yay, we made the playoffs!
Hey, wtf are these good teams doing here?
(Facing good teams is always part of the deal. I think the point that people have made is that despite not being the best team in the league, we’d have a puncher’s chance with out 1-2-3 starters.)
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by Goofus on Aug 30, 2009 8:29 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
we’d have a puncher’s chance with out 1-2-3 starters.
Now that’s a Grade A prime typo.
Anagram of "knowing how to win" = WOW, I KNOW NOTHING
by Stuttering John Tamargo on Aug 30, 2009 12:04 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
As I’ve said before: I want them to make the playoffs for a little “on the job training” for our younger players, especially Timmy. Timmy tends to get amped up and wild in big games (see opening day and the all-star game for examples) so getting a taste of the “playoff atmosphere” now would be good seasoning.
by Merope on Aug 30, 2009 9:28 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
From CNNSI:
“Barry Zito gave up one earned run in 8 1/3 innings, and Brian Wilson hung on for his 32nd save in 29 chances.”
Wow, 32 saves in 29 chances! Dude is f*cking AWESOME!! No one has ever had a better save %.
"The Supreme Court voted 17-11 today to uphold the multiple personality insanity defense in criminal trials."
by Panty Inspector on Aug 30, 2009 8:46 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I guess. He only had to retire one batter to get that save.
Merkin Valdez? Manuel Mateo? A rose by any other name...
by rotorueter on Aug 30, 2009 9:58 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I get just as excited for a Zito start as I do a Timmy start and a Cain start. It’s a great great feeling.
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Aug 30, 2009 9:14 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I haven’t watched the last 2 games, merely followed them on my computer with Gamecast and KNBR 680 because I didn’t want to watch this team. As much as I want to watch Timmy pitch, I plan on doing the same today.
Praying that Tim Alderson doesn't come back to bite us
by MadBum on Aug 30, 2009 10:20 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Oops
I meant Cain, but the plan stays the same
Praying that Tim Alderson doesn't come back to bite us
by MadBum on Aug 30, 2009 10:22 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I prefer watching like that and catching the bloggers here.
I have kids though so I don’t get to watch or I would.
by MoreroidsforZito on Aug 30, 2009 10:30 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Happy no Randy Win day? A man can dream
by DFAAurillia on Aug 30, 2009 10:35 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I would hope for a randy win today
Tommy Joseph is the Dingerzball Wizard
by SoFa King Mike on Aug 30, 2009 10:47 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOLINUP
Velez LF.
Renteria SS
Schierholtz RF
Sandoval 3B
Ishikawa 1B
Uribe 2B
Rowand CF
Whiteside C
Cain P.
by jctGamer on Aug 30, 2009 11:00 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Somewhere in the ballpark, Lewis and Garko are sitting in a dark room, crying and listening to Eliot Smith.
Merkin Valdez? Manuel Mateo? A rose by any other name...
by rotorueter on Aug 30, 2009 11:01 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lewis picks the worst times to lose flyball in the lights, let balls get by him..etc.
Garko… well he’s backup catching I guess and he’s gonna get a workout with the left handers coming up in Philly.
by jctGamer on Aug 30, 2009 11:03 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lewis was Frandsen’s accomplice in trashing Sabes office
Brand new adoptive daddy for the Big Unit. Congrats go out to my son for his 300th win. Only 211 more wins until he catches Cy Young!
by Speedforthewin on Aug 30, 2009 11:23 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I just don’t get why Garko isn’t playing..Why did we even make the trade
by DFAAurillia on Aug 30, 2009 11:03 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
because we needed a lefty/righty platoon
Duh…
and of course Barnes was just the price of doing business.
by superk1ng on Aug 30, 2009 11:04 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He better hit in Philly
he gets to see 2 lefties in a midget ball park
by superk1ng on Aug 30, 2009 11:09 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Small sample size and all but the Giants could have traded Barnes and Alderson for me and my fiancee and gotten similar results.
"If you want to walk, watch a mailman."--Shawon Dunston
"If you want to bunt, bake a cake."--Bruce Bochy
by Kitspool on Aug 30, 2009 11:30 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Maybe they’re doing a full-on Home/Road platoon with Ishi and Garko!
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Aug 30, 2009 11:09 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
switch Renteria out of the 2 hole and I’d begrudgingly accept this lineup
The #1 greatest threat to America: BEARS
by norcalnick on Aug 30, 2009 11:02 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
SSS but Pablo has a ridiculous OPS of 1.291 from the cleanup spot.
You want to see a walk? Then go watch the mailman.
by SeeingStars on Aug 30, 2009 11:04 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’ve never made an out from the cleanup spot. true story.
by jctGamer on Aug 30, 2009 11:05 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
me neither.
Of course I’ve also never hit in the cleanup spot…
by Merope on Aug 30, 2009 11:28 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
other than rent
not terrible, all things considered.
I choose to watch the Giants try to score runs. Not because it is easy, but because it is hard.
by GiantPain on Aug 30, 2009 11:23 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wouldn’t mind seeing Uribe at SS, Rohlinger at 2B for a day
Brand new adoptive daddy for the Big Unit. Congrats go out to my son for his 300th win. Only 211 more wins until he catches Cy Young!
by Speedforthewin on Aug 30, 2009 11:26 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
does the fact that I don’t hate this lineup combined with Grant’s “crikey, I believe we are in this” optimism and the Giants coming off an emotionally-charged win mean that we’re going to get 2-hit shutout today?
i mean, isn’t that how this season has worked thus far?
by sayheybk on Aug 30, 2009 12:08 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
much better lineup
#1 threat to America: Pandas
Also, Tim Lincecum
Adopted Father: Tyler Graham
by GrahamCrakalaka on Aug 30, 2009 12:23 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I WANT WAFFLES!
Brian Sabean strongly encourages you to disregard the drudgery of your employment responsibilities and join him in the consumption of spirituous libations.
by satyricrash on Aug 30, 2009 11:12 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Made some for breakfast this morning.
It's my blarg! Quick Pitch
And I tweet (more often than I blarg).
by can of corn on Aug 30, 2009 11:53 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
But on the bright side..Happy no Randy Winn day!!!!!!!
by DFAAurillia on Aug 30, 2009 11:13 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Lineup for today
You annoying people caused me to miss the first pitch.
Right most of the time.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 30, 2009 1:06 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
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