Buster Posey Called Up
by Grant on Sep 2, 2009 10:30 AM PDT
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Buster Time
I understand the argument for keeping Buster Posey in the minor leagues a little longer. If he doesn't come up until next year, he'd probably hit arbitration later. That's a pretty big deal if Buster hits how Buster should hit, and if Buster fields how Buster should field. Buster.
But the argument for calling him up is even stronger:
- This probably the best pitching Giants team we'll ever see. Seriously. The team ERA+ is at 122, which would be the best since 1954. I'll just let the importance of that specific year hang over the post like an after-salmon belch.
- This is probably the worst hitting Giants team we'll ever see. Until next year, at least. The cleanup hitter has an on-base percentage of .281, and he can't walk right now. Also, he can't walk. We're wasting the good pitching.
- If Buster Posey were to hit .260/.330/.390, he'd improve on the player he's replacing (albeit temporarily). Who is a cleanup hitter, again.
- Buster Posey will hit better than those modest numbers because I say so.
- Worrying about future arbitration awards isn't worth it in a playoff race. If a player can help his team make the playoffs, which leads to tons of extra revenue, it's a moot point. It's a gamble, but it isn't a wild one.
So welcome, Buster (nickname: Bustery Poseyey). No pressure. Just rescue the Giants' offense while you're up. Oh, and teach the rest of the team how to work the count. Also, dispel the myth that rookie catchers cause entire pitching staffs to implode. Also, I'd like a glass of iced tea.
It's more than a little silly that this didn't happen right away if it was going to happen at all, but it's still pretty danged exciting.
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It has to be done. Cannot go into the last month of a playoff chase with a hobbling catcher and a career backup in the minors as your only guys manning the C position.
Why isn't Sabean held accountable for leading the Giants into many years of mediocrity???
by oldrips on Sep 2, 2009 10:33 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Pretty much this
If the Giants weren’t in contention, or if Molina was healthy, I’d say they should wait (as it seems they wanted to do). But under the circumstances, it isn’t at all difficult to see him outperforming a gimpy Molina or a healthy Whiteside.
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by EliminateMe on Sep 2, 2009 11:13 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
As long as he starts 2010 as our everyday catcher, I’m fine with him being called up. They also should sign him to a super long contract yesterday.
Proud father of Juan Carlos Perez. Think Albert Pujols at a position to be determined.
@#$% Juan Uribe. Dios es grande.
by marcello on Sep 2, 2009 10:33 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
2010
this callup probably guarantees that he’ll be the starter next year.
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by nostocksjustbonds on Sep 2, 2009 10:43 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
As long as he does moderately ok.
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by Goofus on Sep 2, 2009 11:02 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Furthermore, assuming that he does start next year the increased cost of an earlier arbitration date will probably be offset by not signing having to sign a stop-gap FA catcher.
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by Scottsdale on Sep 2, 2009 12:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well, not really
A stopgap FA catcher wouldn’t cost more than $1M. If Buster is remotely close to what we’re hoping in three years, he’ll get a lot more than that.
Also, I would think they’ll sign a stop-gap FA catcher anyway, to be the backup and to step in if Buster struggles early on.
by taliesin on Sep 2, 2009 12:57 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
backup veteran FA catcher $1M
a starter would run more in the $3M range i think. some examples (alot of catchers):
jason kendall: 1 yr 4.25M
chris snyder: 3 yr, 14.25M
yadier molina: 4 yr 15.5M
brian scheider: 4 yr 16M
pudge signed late for 1.5M.
david ross, backup in ATL, 2 yr 3M
You can sign an guy who’s not expected to be more than a backup for $1M, but at that point, why not just keep Eli? If you’re not ready to open the season with a combo of Posey / Eli / Holm, then you’ll need to find a 1 year starter. Best case scenario if you’re patient and can wait, you can find someone like Pudge who’s trying to come back from a terrible year for < $2M.
We all know how patient and what a good negotiator Sabean is, don’t we? (see Zito, Rowand, Winn, Durham, Alfonzo, Metheny price tags.)
by 18 Mile on Sep 4, 2009 3:17 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Welcome aboard, Buster
I hope Bochy has the stones to put you in the lolineup.
by Lars The Wanderer on Sep 2, 2009 10:33 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
lol
Bruce Bochy: Leave him alone, he's the Manager Man and his BORK is much worse than his bite.
by zodiac_chiller on Sep 2, 2009 11:26 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
YESSSSSS.
…God help us if starts off with a 1/20…
by ryanmiles on Sep 2, 2009 10:34 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
He probably will. He has started slow at each level.
by Lars The Wanderer on Sep 2, 2009 10:35 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Willie Mays style, you mean?
"he walked 18; new league record! Struck out 18, another new league record! He also hit the sportswriter, the PA announcer, the bull mascot twice..."
by i did my job on Sep 2, 2009 1:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
MONSTER!!!!!!!1!
Tommy Joseph is the Dingerzball Wizard
by SoFa King Mike on Sep 2, 2009 10:34 AM PDT reply actions 1 recs
Tommy Joseph is the Dingerzball Wizard
by SoFa King Mike on Sep 2, 2009 10:48 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Buster Posey nickname: Monster
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.
by walkoff baltimore chop on Sep 2, 2009 11:17 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Someone hide the j-u-i-c-e.
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"Nothing important ever happened without me."
by ResDog on Sep 2, 2009 11:17 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That was pretty funny….Especially when Don Draper dropped a “WTF are they doing” look on them.
"...you overvalue Giants prospects and probably don’t know much about prospects to begin with."
by jayreed13 on Sep 2, 2009 12:14 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
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by scout6 on Sep 2, 2009 12:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Arb year be damned
I love this move. Now, he needs to be in the LOLineup.
If he’s even below average this year at the plate, he’ll have a higher OBP than most of the team.
"I never watched baseball on TV. It's slow and boring. I'm not a fan. Never was." - Jeff Kent
by Yoyo on Sep 2, 2009 10:35 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
In a perfect world, he shouldn’t have been called up so soon. That said, this is clearly not a perfect Giants team, so it obviously can’t be a perfect world.
Had to be done. Now let’s just hope he can get off to a hot start and REALLY displace Bengie. (I know he probably won’t… just hoping.)
Idolizing Robb Nen since 2002...
by Smoke on the Water on Sep 2, 2009 10:49 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Arb year not really a problem
Apparently since he won’t be on the roster for 86 days this year, this September call-up isn’t going to affect his arbitration eligibility:
For the first three seasons of a major leaguer’s career, his salary is determined entirely by his team, and his contract can be renewed by the team if the two sides cannot reach an agreement on his salary (this happened to Prince Fielder in 2008). After the third season, the player becomes eligible for salary arbitration, which usually creates a large increase in salary. After three seasons of arbitration, the player is eligible for free agency.
The exception to the three-year rule listed above is a “Super 2” player. A player who has only played two full major league seasons and part of a third can qualify for arbitration if he:
* Played in the majors for at least 86 days in the previous season
* Is among the top 17 percent for cumulative playing time in the majors amongst others with at least 2 years, but less than 3 years experience
"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 Sep 2, 2009 8:57 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
AWWW YAH!!!!
I say…AWESOME MOVE!!!! :) The Buster Era has begun…..
by olliefu on Sep 2, 2009 10:35 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
who is his adoptive parent?
Turns out you can spell Ugnio Vlz without 4 E's
by The Gene Hackman on Sep 2, 2009 10:35 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Can I be? Or is he taken already? I imagine he is.
by sakbaum on Sep 2, 2009 10:53 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I agree if he’s October eligible.
Proud father of Barry Bonds.
by Sabertooth on Sep 2, 2009 10:36 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
He is
Proud father of Juan Carlos Perez. Think Albert Pujols at a position to be determined.
@#$% Juan Uribe. Dios es grande.
by marcello on Sep 2, 2009 10:38 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Then I’m in. Plus, if he stays under 130 PAs, he can still be ROY next year.
Proud father of Barry Bonds.
by Sabertooth on Sep 2, 2009 10:43 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Giants have 30 games left (+ a potential WC play-in game, I suppose) but he’d have to have 4.33 PAs per game over those 30 games to get to 130. I’d say that’s unlikely.
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by nostocksjustbonds on Sep 2, 2009 10:47 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Would have been fine leaving him in the minor through next year, but not that disappointed at the move.
So, any word on the severity of Molina’s injury?
Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way, when you criticize them, you're a mile away and you have their shoes.
by WilliamVanLandingham on Sep 2, 2009 10:37 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
His pride is severely bruised.
Neal before Zod!
Official Sponsor of the 1997 San Francisco Giants
by nostocksjustbonds on Sep 2, 2009 10:47 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Skin diagnosed as thin.
"The dreams ain't broken down here now, they're walking with a limp" --TW
by bgunn on Sep 2, 2009 10:52 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Patient complains of hurt feelings.
by younghutch on Sep 2, 2009 10:54 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He ate just one more wafffer theen meent
If God had intended us not to rosterbate, he would've made our arms shorter.
by Mike Hawk on Sep 2, 2009 10:55 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
but it is only waffer theen!
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by RDreamer on Sep 2, 2009 11:07 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Post Buster Distress Disorder
Still the loving, adoptive father of Hector Sanchez. And who doesn't love switch-hitting catchers with power and patience?
by tedfordfan on Sep 2, 2009 12:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
well, he’s burned through several self set dates for a return to the lineup already, so it can’t be going great
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by Speedforthewin on Sep 2, 2009 10:49 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Fat guys have a hard time healing leg injuries. Right?
by AndOnTheDrums... on Sep 2, 2009 12:08 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Maybe Timmy can teach him to walk on his hands. That’ll get weight off his legs.
Meet my new son: Sundrendy Windster, on the Curacao-SF express (via Arizona).
by EliminateMe on Sep 2, 2009 1:07 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Headline:
MOLINA TO 60-DAY DL AFTER SHATTERING EVERY BONE IN HIS ARMS.
"This season is expecting a $10,000 bonus, actually getting $50,000 but then accidentally setting $25,000 of that on fire." - AngelWillSaveUs
by scout6 on Sep 2, 2009 1:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I vote yes
This is no time for sandwiches!
I still believe in Bowkermania.
by rightcenterfielder on Sep 2, 2009 10:37 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Like pie, there is always time for sandwiches.
Welcome to the big leagues, son! Proud parent of future rookie of the year, Gerald "Buster" Posey!
by GiantsFanInExile on Sep 2, 2009 11:31 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
/checks watch
Well I’ll be damned, you’re right!
/goes to make a sandwich
I still believe in Bowkermania.
by rightcenterfielder on Sep 2, 2009 11:42 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I have a Salami and Cheese Sandwhich waiting for me in the fridge. Lunch break in an hour. Can’t wait
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by FriscoJoe on Sep 2, 2009 11:58 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What kind of cheese?
This is crucial.
by J. Frank Parnell on Sep 2, 2009 12:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I learned a hard lesson once about food in the company fridge. Years ago I was working security at a firm and had forgot my lunch, so bought a chicken sandwich from the roach coach and set it in the fridge by itself (no bag).
Yup, that’s right, at the noon break I went to retrieve said sandwich and it was gone. Some sticky fingers dude had snacked on it. Was hungry and pissed, had to settle for milk or something in their lame vending machine.
by boogalou on Sep 2, 2009 12:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
“Now please turn on the cartoon network and get the hell out of here!”
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SCIENCE
by CB30 on Sep 2, 2009 10:37 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
BUSTERPOSEYBUSTERPOSEYBUSTERPOSEYBUSTERPOSEYBUSTERPOSEY
Adopted brother of Jason Jarvis.
by j14 on Sep 2, 2009 10:37 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I'M SO EXCITED YOU GUYS
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 10:38 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Put your pants on please.
El Presidente Larry Baer's epitaph
"Nothing important ever happened without me."
by ResDog on Sep 2, 2009 10:38 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
WE'RE GOING STREAKING!
"The BB's are out. The BB's are being arseholes to me." - Brian Wilson.
by hairball on Sep 2, 2009 10:40 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
On the quad!
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Sep 2, 2009 11:09 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bring your green hat!
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by jhiat00 on Sep 2, 2009 11:09 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He should put a towel on.
Meet my new son: Sundrendy Windster, on the Curacao-SF express (via Arizona).
by EliminateMe on Sep 2, 2009 10:49 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You’re a towel.
"The dreams ain't broken down here now, they're walking with a limp" --TW
by bgunn on Sep 2, 2009 10:53 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Towelie you’re the worst character ever.
I thought I didn’t care… then I fell in love with Panda and now I’m not so sure anymore. - Smoke On The Water
by jhiat00 on Sep 2, 2009 10:58 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know
Eli Whiteside : Catching no-no's and hitting grand slams
by BleedBlackNOrange on Sep 2, 2009 11:22 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I have no idea what’s going on, man.
Utter frustration and futility.
by Johnny Disaster on Sep 2, 2009 3:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
wanna go get high?
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by RDreamer on Sep 2, 2009 3:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Don’t forget to take a towel.
"El once, chico. Eleven."
by Juan Primo on Sep 2, 2009 3:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
so far, jponry free
as promised
Please hit better, Randy Winn.
by oldjacket on Sep 2, 2009 10:39 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
BUSTER POSEY
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 10:40 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
THIS IS WHY WE CAN'T HAVE NICE THINGS
Please hit better, Randy Winn.
by oldjacket on Sep 2, 2009 10:40 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes We Can!
Buste! Posey! Clap! Clap! ClapClapClap!
by Giant Homer on Sep 2, 2009 10:52 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Big boobs!
I thought I didn’t care… then I fell in love with Panda and now I’m not so sure anymore. - Smoke On The Water
by jhiat00 on Sep 2, 2009 10:59 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
But I hardly know her?
"The BB's are out. The BB's are being arseholes to me." - Brian Wilson.
by hairball on Sep 2, 2009 10:41 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
If it keeps Bengie from pinch hitting
I say yes and good day sir.
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by RichH on Sep 2, 2009 10:40 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
wouldn't today be a great day to start Posey?
He gets to face LHP, which he destroys in the minors, and he gets to catch a guy that throws nothing but fastballs.
by superk1ng on Sep 2, 2009 10:40 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Bochy's not that smart
"I never watched baseball on TV. It's slow and boring. I'm not a fan. Never was." - Jeff Kent
by Yoyo on Sep 2, 2009 10:41 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well also he’s flying cross country and I would imagine he won’t even get to Philly until the middle of the afternoon.
by taliesin on Sep 2, 2009 11:07 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
and also cause HE’S FUCKING AWESOME
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 10:41 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah but this is Bochy.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 10:41 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
BORK BORK BORK BOOOOOOOOORK
(To canada’s national anthem)
Chris Dominguez: Bringing dingerz back to The Bay (In a while)
SCIENCE
by CB30 on Sep 2, 2009 10:42 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Schulman says probably not tonight
Posey is not expected to start tonight’s game, also Brad Penny’s first start for the Giants. But the Giants felt they had to abandon their plans to wait for 2010 on Posey because of a catcher shortage.
Read more: http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/giants/detail?blogid=22&entry_id=46719#ixzz0PyMIInPj
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 10:47 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Catcher shortage?
Molina
Sandoval
Whiteside
Holm
craaap
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by GiantBrass on Sep 2, 2009 11:53 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
NO! B/c I am going to tomorrow’s game and I want to attend his 1st career game!!!!! (smiley face made out punctuation sticking tongue out) )
I R 5
by say hey nation on Sep 2, 2009 10:57 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dude – you’re like, 5.
Still the loving, adoptive father of Hector Sanchez. And who doesn't love switch-hitting catchers with power and patience?
by tedfordfan on Sep 2, 2009 12:54 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
it's as if you were dead, dog.
FIRE BRIAN SABEAN... UNLESS HE KEEPS DRAFTING WELL. .. AND SIGNS UNDERRATED PLAYERS LIKE AFFELDT OR PHELPS. .. OR ALRIGHT WHO'S PLAYING WITH THE ALIEN MIND-SWITCHING RAY?
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by zenbitz on Sep 2, 2009 2:55 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Please see tedfordfan at AT&T and he will mess you up.
I thought I didn’t care… then I fell in love with Panda and now I’m not so sure anymore. - Smoke On The Water
by jhiat00 on Sep 2, 2009 2:57 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nope.
He needs a couple of days to meet with the pitchers, pitching coach, and bullpen catchers and to go over video of the various pitchers doing their thing.
by hokysmksbw on Sep 2, 2009 11:22 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
ok, now where's jctgamer?
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 Sep 2, 2009 10:41 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Bochy's nickname for Buster:
Busty?
I'm up... everyone move in!
by NastySlurve on Sep 2, 2009 10:41 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Gerry
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 10:42 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Gerry Posey
Attorney at Law.
Have you been in an accident at work?…
by jewbacca on Sep 2, 2009 10:43 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Geraldy
Chris Dominguez: Bringing dingerz back to The Bay (In a while)
SCIENCE
by CB30 on Sep 2, 2009 10:43 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
BeePo
"The dreams ain't broken down here now, they're walking with a limp" --TW
by bgunn on Sep 2, 2009 10:55 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Isn’t Buster technically his nick name already?
by nataku on Sep 2, 2009 10:42 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
that type of logic does not fly in the manager’s office, sir.
I'm up... everyone move in!
by NastySlurve on Sep 2, 2009 10:43 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Poseyey
"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 Sep 2, 2009 10:42 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lets all call him Scott
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 10:43 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
B. Pee
I still believe in Bowkermania.
by rightcenterfielder on Sep 2, 2009 10:44 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Buttster
Neal before Zod!
Official Sponsor of the 1997 San Francisco Giants
by nostocksjustbonds on Sep 2, 2009 10:49 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Buttster Peesy!
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Sep 2, 2009 11:12 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bat Boy, because he will be on the bench. Watching Bengie Molina bat cleanup
Adopted brother of Jason Jarvis.
by j14 on Sep 2, 2009 10:52 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hi-
I’ll be using “busta bust” and other various busta rhymes related songs, lyrics, etc. going forward. Thanks for your time.
On 5/7, the best part of waking is up LOLDGERS in my cup.
by GameSix on Sep 2, 2009 11:37 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’ve got that linedrive shit that’ll make you break yo neck. WOOHA! I got you all in check!
I thought I didn’t care… then I fell in love with Panda and now I’m not so sure anymore. - Smoke On The Water
by jhiat00 on Sep 2, 2009 11:42 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You kids these days...
El Presidente Larry Baer's epitaph
"Nothing important ever happened without me."
by ResDog on Sep 2, 2009 11:49 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wait!
The rapper in the middle is “Charlie Brown”!?!?
The serendipity is thick right now
by Giant Homer on Sep 2, 2009 11:50 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
and he looks a lot like Dave Chappelle
by Giant Homer on Sep 2, 2009 11:50 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Racist
Wall-E for Best Picture 2008
2009: The return of Los Galacticos!
by Useful_Idiot on Sep 2, 2009 1:15 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
and Dennis Rodman and Barack Obama and Lavar Burton
by Giant Homer on Sep 2, 2009 1:54 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
And Donovan McNabb.
"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 Sep 2, 2009 1:54 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That guy in the yellow hat...
…isn’t that Donovan McNabb?
Meet my new son: Sundrendy Windster, on the Curacao-SF express (via Arizona).
by EliminateMe on Sep 2, 2009 1:58 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You mean
the guy in the Salmon jean-suit?
by Giant Homer on Sep 2, 2009 2:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Salmon?
I thought it was more of a dusty rose.
Meet my new son: Sundrendy Windster, on the Curacao-SF express (via Arizona).
by EliminateMe on Sep 2, 2009 2:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
/awkward silence
WHATS WRONG WITH YOU?
go rowand
by lincypoo i wuv u on Sep 3, 2009 10:45 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
there will be a WHOLE lot of this going in my house…
On 5/7, the best part of waking is up LOLDGERS in my cup.
by GameSix on Sep 2, 2009 11:50 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
/begins listening to The Coming
I thought I didn’t care… then I fell in love with Panda and now I’m not so sure anymore. - Smoke On The Water
by jhiat00 on Sep 2, 2009 11:54 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Maybe his patient plate approach
will spread like Marburg virus through the team, causing walks to hemorrhage from the lineup, or something… and then maybe someone will give me a free pie.
by Your mother on Sep 2, 2009 10:41 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I appreciate the cut of your jib.
/stamps APPROVED!
by Lars The Wanderer on Sep 2, 2009 10:43 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What exactly is a jib? And why is it being cut?
by aBulldog on Sep 2, 2009 10:55 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It’s the triangle shaped front sail on a boat. The cut could refer to the shape, especially when filled with wind. You want it filled up with find for maximum performance
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Sep 2, 2009 11:14 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
heh, good one
I thought I didn’t care… then I fell in love with Panda and now I’m not so sure anymore. - Smoke On The Water
by jhiat00 on Sep 2, 2009 11:25 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I haven’t been this excited since I discovered my neighbors’ dirty-magazine collection 20 years ago!
by Dan from NM on Sep 2, 2009 10:41 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I would have preferred to keep Posey in the minors at least until next season. I’m totally fine with this though, considering we need a catcher right now. Welcome, Buster. Lead the troops!
"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 Sep 2, 2009 10:41 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Does everyone else hear that conga tune in their mind when they see this picture?
like the “I am Evil Homer” tune?
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Sep 2, 2009 10:44 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Starting a pool: Pick the day and hour when Bruce Bochy first calls the new call-up "Busty"
all times Pacific.
I’m taking Sept 2, 7:30 pm (post game interview). That’s how it works.
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Sep 2, 2009 10:41 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
game won't take that long
6:53
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 Sep 2, 2009 10:42 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Penny is pitching, it takes time to give up 12 runs you know
by jctGamer on Sep 2, 2009 10:45 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Before the game today
Chris Dominguez: Bringing dingerz back to The Bay (In a while)
SCIENCE
by CB30 on Sep 2, 2009 10:42 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Why would he make any reference to a player he won’t actually play until September 14th (pinch run in 9th inning of 10-1 loss)?
"If you want to walk, watch a mailman."--Shawon Dunston
"If you want to bunt, bake a cake."--Bruce Bochy
by Kitspool on Sep 2, 2009 11:10 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
BUSTER POSEY BUSTER POSEY BUSTER POSEY
OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.
by walkoff baltimore chop on Sep 2, 2009 10:42 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Busteryyyyyyyy!
Woot!
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 Sep 2, 2009 10:43 AM PDT via mobile reply actions 0 recs
salami on whole wheat
mmmmmmmm
by HOLDEMUPwuzzBANNED on Sep 2, 2009 10:43 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Peppered Turkey w/Jack
El Presidente Larry Baer's epitaph
"Nothing important ever happened without me."
by ResDog on Sep 2, 2009 10:45 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He’s probably not ready, he’s still not calling games himself, and he’s probably going to get torched by major league pitching…….
But it’s worth a shot.
by Mr. Angry on Sep 2, 2009 10:43 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
What makes you think he’s not calling games?
by Dan from NM on Sep 2, 2009 8:41 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Can we get a lineup with Posey, Bowker and Schierholtz today?
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 Sep 2, 2009 10:44 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
No
Chris Dominguez: Bringing dingerz back to The Bay (In a while)
SCIENCE
by CB30 on Sep 2, 2009 10:44 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
We’ll be lucky to get one
Chris Dominguez: Bringing dingerz back to The Bay (In a while)
SCIENCE
by CB30 on Sep 2, 2009 10:44 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
lefty pitching, sorry.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 10:44 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
rookies can't hit lefties
and neither can lefties
by superk1ng on Sep 2, 2009 10:44 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
percent chance winn starts over schierholtz
I go 82%
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 Sep 2, 2009 10:46 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Man, this is supposed to be a happy thread
Take your cold reality somewhere else.
by taliesin on Sep 2, 2009 11:10 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m still not over Bochy pinch hitting Bengie instead of Nate yesterday.
But the Posey news is making me feel a lot better.
by kdl on Sep 2, 2009 10:49 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
AAA TEAM LOLZ
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 10:44 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
reply fail
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 10:44 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Buster!!!!! Woohoo!!!!
For those worrying about Buster’s game calling, don’t. The game will most likely be called from the dugout until Buster gets more comfy. Besides, we need his DINGERZZZ.
by Giant Voodoo on Sep 2, 2009 10:45 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
what a coincidence that he played for the Giants in Little League!
wait…
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Sep 2, 2009 11:17 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Meet my new son: Sundrendy Windster, on the Curacao-SF express (via Arizona).
by EliminateMe on Sep 2, 2009 10:46 AM PDT reply actions 3 recs
HA HA HA HA
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 Sep 2, 2009 10:48 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
My MemeTron is picking up tremendous life force from this one.
I would anticipate seeing this one again a couple or three thousand times.
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Sep 2, 2009 10:50 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ha, I just started laughing in the middle on a meeting with like 25 people… probably shouldn’t be on here right now
Adopted brother of Jason Jarvis.
by j14 on Sep 2, 2009 10:53 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I scared.
Welcome to the big leagues, son! Proud parent of future rookie of the year, Gerald "Buster" Posey!
by GiantsFanInExile on Sep 2, 2009 11:33 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Who wrote the limit on how much fun a rabbit should have and then who gave this game the authority to go beyond that???
by jewbacca on Sep 2, 2009 10:48 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Word, can’t wait to see how he does
Waiting for Giants and Niners to contend once more.
by dcp on Sep 2, 2009 10:47 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I LOVE RHYMES PARKER! Favorite player from the ’20s, for sure.
by Grant on Sep 2, 2009 10:49 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bastard!
www.leaguelineup.com/lbucks24
by NuschlerFace on Sep 2, 2009 10:51 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
i absolutely endorse this trend.
posey is yes.
by sweetjuxtapose on Sep 2, 2009 11:09 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I heart Parker Posey, FWIW
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Sep 2, 2009 11:18 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
plus she can cook wings over charcoal.
by sweetjuxtapose on Sep 2, 2009 11:19 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sad that she has Lyme disease. :(
Welcome to the big leagues, son! Proud parent of future rookie of the year, Gerald "Buster" Posey!
by GiantsFanInExile on Sep 2, 2009 11:34 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Noooooo!
I did not know that. Now, even with all this Buster news, I haz a sad
by Giant Homer on Sep 2, 2009 11:36 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wait, seriously?
Weird.
Linda's in the cold ground, won't see her anymore
Somewhere out on the highway tonight, the drunken engines roar
It's just one of those things, one of those things
-- Al Stewart, "Accident on 3rd St."
In memory of Nick Adenhart and all victims of drunk driving
by PaulThomas on Sep 2, 2009 11:37 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
WUT
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.
by walkoff baltimore chop on Sep 2, 2009 11:40 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I visited some friends in NorCar (not to be confused with NorCal)
And 2 people in the same house had Lyme.
"The BB's are out. The BB's are being arseholes to me." - Brian Wilson.
by hairball on Sep 2, 2009 11:50 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
While we're at it
My Aunt lives in NorDak
Wall-E for Best Picture 2008
2009: The return of Los Galacticos!
by Useful_Idiot on Sep 2, 2009 1:19 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I grew up in SoDak. SDSU Jackrabbits FTW!!!
I thought I didn’t care… then I fell in love with Panda and now I’m not so sure anymore. - Smoke On The Water
by jhiat00 on Sep 2, 2009 1:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I just googled this, and it said that, due to the Lyme Disease, she had to drop out of a play called This. That’s some kind of serendipity right?
by kdl on Sep 2, 2009 12:40 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I predict Bustery weather conditions in Philly this evening.
Also, Bengie Pipp.
by younghutch on Sep 2, 2009 10:47 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Oh, and we get Dan Runzler as well!
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 Sep 2, 2009 10:47 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
a pitcher with Runz already built into his name. This is going to be fun.
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 10:48 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
More like Dan “NOT GONNA GIVE UP ANY” Runzler.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 10:48 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
his numbers are outstanding
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 Sep 2, 2009 10:50 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOL N00B
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 Sep 2, 2009 10:48 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
RING AROUND THE ROSEY
POCKET FULL OF POSIES!!! POSIES!!! POSIES!!!
ASHES! ASHES!
WE ALL FALL DOWN!
I like cheesecake.
by samlet on Sep 2, 2009 10:49 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Run around the bases!
Staff is full of aces!
Dodgers! Rockies!
They all fall down!
"The BB's are out. The BB's are being arseholes to me." - Brian Wilson.
by hairball on Sep 2, 2009 11:07 AM PDT up reply actions 5 recs
nice
Neal before Zod!
Official Sponsor of the 1997 San Francisco Giants
by nostocksjustbonds on Sep 2, 2009 11:08 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Teach this to your children! Or cats. Or co-workers. Whichever are more impressionable.
--
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 Sep 3, 2009 9:58 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
less letters
MLOLINA!
"The BB's are out. The BB's are being arseholes to me." - Brian Wilson.
by hairball on Sep 2, 2009 11:23 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
And to think this was the day I was going to get some work done…
"The dreams ain't broken down here now, they're walking with a limp" --TW
by bgunn on Sep 2, 2009 10:50 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
This is the most exciting call-up since… Ryan Rohlinger!
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 10:51 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
DO NOT WANT
If God had intended us not to rosterbate, he would've made our arms shorter.
by Mike Hawk on Sep 2, 2009 10:58 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ok, given all the arrested development jokes, it’s clear that someone on this site needs to be appointed to make sure that at all costs, Buster comes nowhere near Lou Seal… only bad things would happen.
Idolizing Robb Nen since 2002...
by Smoke on the Water on Sep 2, 2009 12:40 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOOSE SEAL
"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 Sep 2, 2009 12:41 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The first time my parents heard of Lou Seal, they heard it as Loose Eel.
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 12:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Narrator: For the first time, Lucille prays…
Lucille: [Praying] Take something else from us. Do whatever you have to to keep my boy from going to war.
Narrator: And Buster is on his way when he decides to pursue a long-delayed rite of passage…
[Buster swims in the ocean]
Person: Loose seal. Watch out for loose seal.
Buster: [Thinking he means Lucille] I don’t care about Lucille. She lies.
Narrator: …and then a seal bites off his hand.
Lucille: Amen.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 12:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Never seen AD?
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 1:15 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I have seen every episode about 5 times. I am just wowing at the whole Buster/Buster/Lucille/LouSeal/Seal thing. It’s pretty awesome.
by kdl on Sep 2, 2009 1:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sorry, that should have been “Buster/Buster/Lucille/Lou Seal/Loose Seal”
by kdl on Sep 2, 2009 1:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh, I thought it was a “That’s terrible” wow.
I’ll never get over the way they set up the Buster gets his hand bitten off by a seal joke.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 1:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That was one of the greatest jokes in the whole series.
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.
by walkoff baltimore chop on Sep 2, 2009 1:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The foreshadowing was amazing.
"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 Sep 2, 2009 1:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
THE SEAL IS FOR MARKSMANSHIP
AND THE GORILLA IS FOR SAND-DIVING.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 1:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
ARM OFF
On the bus bench.
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 Sep 2, 2009 1:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I didn’t notice that until the second time I watched that episode and it made me lol.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 1:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The bus bench give-aways were always great. WEE BRAIN out of WEE BRITAIN, ha ha ha
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 Sep 2, 2009 1:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
after re-watching the series, it is astounding to see how they built that up
by DrJ Funk Master Deluxe 3000 on Sep 2, 2009 1:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don’t think I will, either. The funny thing, too, is all the foreshadowing they did for so long. When you go back and watch after knowing what happened is when you notice all of the lines about it. That’s some serious attention to detail.
by kdl on Sep 2, 2009 1:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That’s the reason why AD is so awesome – the way they built up so many jokes. Makes it worth rewatching. Hell, iirc, there are even things foreshadowing events in S3 way back in S1.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 1:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
There’s always money in the banana stand!
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.
by walkoff baltimore chop on Sep 2, 2009 1:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You can buy your bananas at any banana stand. But we can make your banana stand!
El Presidente Larry Baer's epitaph
"Nothing important ever happened without me."
by ResDog on Sep 2, 2009 2:05 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Exactly. You have to watch each episode about 10 times to catch all the stuff going on in the background, too. Like Lindsay’s ringtone being the show’s theme song and funny things in the cupboards in the kitchen.
by kdl on Sep 2, 2009 1:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's acquired a taste for mammal blood!
I still believe in Bowkermania.
by rightcenterfielder on Sep 2, 2009 12:54 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
dude, that’s b/c seals are mammals.
Turns out you can spell Ugnio Vlz without 4 E's
by The Gene Hackman on Sep 2, 2009 2:24 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well, it already had a taste for fish blood. Dahmer acquired a taste for human blood, but (I hope) not because he’s human.
Chasm?
Giants wins feel better than Dodger losses, but it's darn close.
by WhereThere'sAWillieThere'sAMays on Sep 2, 2009 4:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
OT but
how can someone do a write-up of Cole Hamels’s start last night without mentioning what the Giants lineup was?
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 10:52 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
2 HITTER
/strikes out in on deck circle
by Giant Voodoo on Sep 2, 2009 10:54 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I bet he gets shelled hard in his next start
that is the curse for pitching well against the Giants. We raise their confidence up and then… BAM!
by superk1ng on Sep 2, 2009 10:54 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think it just goes without saying by now.
www.leaguelineup.com/lbucks24
by NuschlerFace on Sep 2, 2009 10:54 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hail to the Buster
This was pointed out in an older Posey thread. They used to sing this song for Posey before he’d walk up to the plate:
Hail to the Buster, the Buster, the Buster
Hail to the Buster, the Buster Posey
He singles and doubles and triples and home runs
Hail to the Buster the Buster Posey.
Here is an old lady singing it at a Chic Fil A:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YpBTzxVAP5k
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 10:53 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I’ve got a new ring tone!
www.leaguelineup.com/lbucks24
by NuschlerFace on Sep 2, 2009 10:56 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’d change it to:
He homers, he doubles, he gives pitchers troubles
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Sep 2, 2009 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
he homers, he triples, he bites pitchers’ nipples?
"Snow woulda had it!!!"
THANKS BRIAN SABEAN FOR LETTING MY GERALD GO!!!!!!!
by beat_la_25 on Sep 2, 2009 11:39 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Can’t say WOOOOHOOOOOO enough
Jesse Foppert: I Still Believe. Maybe a little less now.
"I've come to the conclusion that the two most important things in life are good friends and a good bullpen." ~Bob Lemon,
by AndYourBirdCanSing on Sep 2, 2009 10:54 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I have a bad feeling about this
Call me Captain Buzzkill, but I don’t think he’s going to be very successful for the remainder of this season.
That being said, I can’t argue that Whiteside would be much better offensively.
STEVE HOLM! refuses to be the odd man out.
by UnleashTheGore on Sep 2, 2009 10:54 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
He might get off to a slow start, but all he really has to do is beat .221/.260/.316. I think he can do that.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 10:56 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
All he needs to do is outhit Whiteside. I think that’s a good possibility.
"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 Sep 2, 2009 10:57 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m worried we might have high expectations but he really doesn’t have to do much to be an upgrade.
Jesse Foppert: I Still Believe. Maybe a little less now.
"I've come to the conclusion that the two most important things in life are good friends and a good bullpen." ~Bob Lemon,
by AndYourBirdCanSing on Sep 2, 2009 10:58 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It’s hard not to have high expectations – his minor league numbers are pretty much awesome across the board.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 10:58 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m sure he’s going to be awesome but I’m worried about this trigger happy Giant’s front office and BORK. If he doesn’t automatically go 300/400/500 the Giants seem prone to overreact
Jesse Foppert: I Still Believe. Maybe a little less now.
"I've come to the conclusion that the two most important things in life are good friends and a good bullpen." ~Bob Lemon,
by AndYourBirdCanSing on Sep 2, 2009 11:00 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The trouble is that if he does something like .260/.340/.410, they probably think he won’t have outhit Molina.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 11:01 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He’ll just have to hit 400
Jesse Foppert: I Still Believe. Maybe a little less now.
"I've come to the conclusion that the two most important things in life are good friends and a good bullpen." ~Bob Lemon,
by AndYourBirdCanSing on Sep 2, 2009 11:06 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Only if he's not clutch
GROUGTHINK ALERT
The first Chester Arthur fanboy ever.
by groug on Sep 2, 2009 12:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think the Giants front office looks at that .400 OBP and screams, “WHAT THE FUCK IS THAT?” and promptly send him back down to work on his swing.
by Every6thDay on Sep 2, 2009 11:30 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Maybe they were excited because they thought that was his slugging percentage.
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 11:32 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
what about calling the game?
whiteside seems to do a pretty good job of that
by aug_21_2003 on Sep 2, 2009 12:43 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You can say that about a lot of the Fresno regulars, though.
Bruce Bochy would like you to look at the career numbers and stop complaining.
by cheno on Sep 2, 2009 12:48 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Can't be that successfull in 8 PA.
Anyone think he’ll get more than two starts? 3rd best catcher at best.
co-dad of IshikaBOOM w/AfDC.
Ishikawa, let the boy hit against lefties.
by kennv on Sep 2, 2009 6:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I voted “Yes” but I also wouldn’t mind talking about sandwiches.
by deuce deuce on Sep 2, 2009 10:55 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5WCwcMn9iek – some AAA footage
by superk1ng on Sep 2, 2009 10:56 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Are you saying he will turn a triple play??
"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 Sep 2, 2009 10:59 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Needs to get some consistency to that swing, but otherwise looks good. The exaggerated leg kick reminds me of Holliday.
Welcome to the big leagues, son! Proud parent of future rookie of the year, Gerald "Buster" Posey!
by GiantsFanInExile on Sep 2, 2009 11:37 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I have no problem with what Bengie’s doing. They haven’t offered him a new deal and he has a right to protect himself as he goes on the FA market. That being said, the Giants have also done the right thing. Take your time healing, Bengie. Your services are no longer needed.
proud father of Edgar (Grandslam) Renteria
by rxmeister on Sep 2, 2009 10:57 AM PDT via mobile reply actions 0 recs
+1
he’s a 34 year old fat guy with bad knees. If he says he can’t play, I would see no reason not to believe him.
Please hit better, Randy Winn.
by oldjacket on Sep 2, 2009 10:58 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
And the few times we have seen him lately, he’s looked, well…. injured.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 10:59 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
PLAY THROUGH IT!
suck, then be out for the rest of the season.
Please hit better, Randy Winn.
by oldjacket on Sep 2, 2009 10:59 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, he’s been running awfully slow.
Meet my new son: Sundrendy Windster, on the Curacao-SF express (via Arizona).
by EliminateMe on Sep 2, 2009 11:06 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Even moreso than usual
which is saying something.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 11:07 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh wait
I was thinking of what he looked like before.
Meet my new son: Sundrendy Windster, on the Curacao-SF express (via Arizona).
by EliminateMe on Sep 2, 2009 11:14 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think NASA moves the Space Shuttle faster than Bengies runs
I R 5
by say hey nation on Sep 2, 2009 11:19 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Whenever he reaches first base, I say aloud, “Great. It’ll take two home runs to score him.”
by Every6thDay on Sep 2, 2009 11:31 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Pretty much. There are times to suck it up, and times not to suck it up.
by Grant on Sep 2, 2009 10:59 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
For Russell Martin it is always time to suck it.
I thought I didn’t care… then I fell in love with Panda and now I’m not so sure anymore. - Smoke On The Water
by jhiat00 on Sep 2, 2009 11:05 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
lol
On 5/7, the best part of waking is up LOLDGERS in my cup.
by GameSix on Sep 2, 2009 11:42 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
/brings up Robb Nen
Merkin Valdez? Manuel Mateo? A rose by any other name...
by rotorueter on Sep 2, 2009 11:06 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Of course, he’s also a 34 year old fat guy with bad knees who’s publicly asking for a multi-year contract extension. It cuts both ways.
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:11 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
hard not to laugh at Bengie about that one.
Please hit better, Randy Winn.
by oldjacket on Sep 2, 2009 11:12 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
If he was a 34 year old less-fat guy, he might be healthy right now.
Just sayin’
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Sep 2, 2009 11:23 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Rub some dirt on it and pound that budweiser!
But please don’t play.
Welcome to the big leagues, son! Proud parent of future rookie of the year, Gerald "Buster" Posey!
by GiantsFanInExile on Sep 2, 2009 11:38 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think Molina finally see’s the writing is on the wall, in that the Giants will not re-sign him for next year.
by 49er16 on Sep 2, 2009 10:59 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I have a feeling Bengie’s feeling a lot better now.
El Presidente Larry Baer's epitaph
"Nothing important ever happened without me."
by ResDog on Sep 2, 2009 11:00 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He’ll probably start the remaining games.
El Presidente Larry Baer's epitaph
"Nothing important ever happened without me."
by ResDog on Sep 2, 2009 11:00 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
If that happens, I’ll be pizzed. It means we burned a year of Buster to light a fire under Molina’s ass
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Sep 2, 2009 11:24 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I hope
that the historical douchebaggery of Brad Penny and the apparent unhappiness of Bengie Molina doesn’t sabotage what had been, according to most sources, really good team chemistry.
"If you want to walk, watch a mailman."--Shawon Dunston
"If you want to bunt, bake a cake."--Bruce Bochy
by Kitspool on Sep 2, 2009 11:27 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Meh
http://www.baseball-reference.com/teams/CHW/2005.shtml
Merkin Valdez? Manuel Mateo? A rose by any other name...
by rotorueter on Sep 2, 2009 11:28 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wow. I just realized that several of those guys are actually on the team.
So Uribe+Rowand+Malcontents=WS!
Merkin Valdez? Manuel Mateo? A rose by any other name...
by rotorueter on Sep 2, 2009 11:29 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Interesting counterpoint. I’d like to subscribe to your newsletter.
"If you want to walk, watch a mailman."--Shawon Dunston
"If you want to bunt, bake a cake."--Bruce Bochy
by Kitspool on Sep 2, 2009 11:30 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
they won’t have burned the year of buster if he starts at AAA next year and stays there an extra month. If he starts in the majors in April it won’t matter at all…
by capn on Sep 2, 2009 11:27 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don’t think Bengie’s jaking it. He’s a pro and a damn good one.
www.leaguelineup.com/lbucks24
by NuschlerFace on Sep 2, 2009 11:01 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Pros don’t whine about their contract in the middle of a pennant race
by superk1ng on Sep 2, 2009 11:01 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Was that really whining?
www.leaguelineup.com/lbucks24
by NuschlerFace on Sep 2, 2009 11:02 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
yes
Take a fucking hint and quit crying about how you want a new contract. Quit crying about how you HAVE TO be the one to catch Barry Zito. I can’t wait until this douchebag is off the giants.
by superk1ng on Sep 2, 2009 11:07 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
WOW
www.leaguelineup.com/lbucks24
by NuschlerFace on Sep 2, 2009 11:10 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
While I wouldn't be that harsh...
I have to say that there is truth in what he is saying.
by Lars The Wanderer on Sep 2, 2009 11:11 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
There is truth for sure, but Bengie isn’t the repugnant piece of shit that he’s made out to be on here.
www.leaguelineup.com/lbucks24
by NuschlerFace on Sep 2, 2009 11:13 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don't care if a guy has an ego
if his play backs it up. He’s a shitty player, who can’t throw out a base runner(and has no problem blaming his pitchers for it), with an overinflated ego.
by superk1ng on Sep 2, 2009 11:15 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
if you’ve ever had a quad injury, then you know that it’s impossible to run
well, it was really gary thomasson--the great, giant, fan
by greatgiantfan on Sep 2, 2009 2:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
if you’ve everhad a quad injurybeen Bengie Molina, then you know that it’s impossible to run
by younghutch on Sep 2, 2009 2:04 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
On the ESPN Baseball Today podcast today Pascarelli said (following an interview with Bochy) that the Giants think Molina’s staying out of the lineup because he’s “pouting” about his contract situation. Pascarelli’s an incredible blowhard, but I’ve always gotten the impression he and Sabean were old boy network drinking pals, so I definitely believed that either Sabean or Bochy or both told him that directly yesterday. That’s an incredible thing for a club to put out there publicly, so they must have some pretty strong feelings about it.
My Bucardo is better than yours.
A hot August weekday, before a small crowd, when the only thing at stake is the tissue-thin difference between a thing done well and a thing done ill. Insofar as the clutch hitter is not a sportswriter's myth, it is a vulgarity, like a writer who writes only for money.
by Roger on Sep 2, 2009 3:17 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
This club is always leaking crap about those out of favor — Magowan, Alderson, etc. It’s childish.
by Evan on Sep 2, 2009 3:20 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wait, are you saying Magowan did that, or that stuff about him was leaked?
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 3:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m saying Sabean and his cronies clearly went to a lot of trouble to put all the blame for Zito onto Magowan’s shoulders.
by Evan on Sep 2, 2009 3:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ah, right, I agree with this.
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 3:23 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Was Frandsen’s gripes from AAA leaked? Because that made him look pretty bad.
I thought I didn’t care… then I fell in love with Panda and now I’m not so sure anymore. - Smoke On The Water
by jhiat00 on Sep 2, 2009 3:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Frandsen made his own statements to the press.
It's my blarg! Quick Pitch
And I tweet (more often than I blarg).
by can of corn on Sep 2, 2009 3:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ah thanks.
I thought I didn’t care… then I fell in love with Panda and now I’m not so sure anymore. - Smoke On The Water
by jhiat00 on Sep 2, 2009 3:27 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
no doubt. his MO is whispering stuff to the press, then he blows like a nuke whenever the other side uses the press to try to get their spin out there. That said, accusing a starter of malingering out of a playoff race is really a whole nother level of character assassination. This is the worse thing since they leaked Dusty’s IRS troubles when they were kicking him out the door.
My Bucardo is better than yours.
A hot August weekday, before a small crowd, when the only thing at stake is the tissue-thin difference between a thing done well and a thing done ill. Insofar as the clutch hitter is not a sportswriter's myth, it is a vulgarity, like a writer who writes only for money.
by Roger on Sep 2, 2009 3:25 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh, I forgot about Dusty’s IRS troubles. That was a horrible thing to do.
by Evan on Sep 2, 2009 3:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
it was never clear to me that the Giants leaked that.
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Sep 2, 2009 3:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I read that as IBS troubles. That would be an entirely different sort of trouble.
by Merope on Sep 2, 2009 3:30 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
But with more leaks.
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Sep 2, 2009 3:31 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
NO! NO! UMPIRE!!!
You can’t “ew” that after you TOTALLY SET IT UP! That was riposte entrapment!
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Sep 2, 2009 3:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I have to side with the mayor on this one
GROUGTHINK ALERT
The first Chester Arthur fanboy ever.
by groug on Sep 2, 2009 3:36 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wasn’t thinking about those kinds of leaks… that’s icky.
I didn’t say I disagreed, just that it’s gross.
by Merope on Sep 2, 2009 3:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I accept your apology.
(/Colbert)
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Sep 2, 2009 3:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I totally thought you were setting ’em up to get knocked down.
It's my blarg! Quick Pitch
And I tweet (more often than I blarg).
by can of corn on Sep 2, 2009 3:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Or knocked up.
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 3:40 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I spent 7 hours moving furniture around in my classroom today…only thing that’s going to get knocked down – I said DOWN -
by Merope on Sep 2, 2009 3:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thank you.
There just might be some Choco-Tacos awaiting you in the jury room.
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Sep 2, 2009 3:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It’s like the Red Sox jr.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 3:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
This club is always leaking crap about those out of favor — Magowan, Alderson, etc. It’s childish.
fixed
go rowand
by lincypoo i wuv u on Sep 3, 2009 12:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Pascaralli is ignorant! And maybe said something that was wrong sometime!
It's my blarg! Quick Pitch
And I tweet (more often than I blarg).
by can of corn on Sep 2, 2009 3:22 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That there’s confirmation that Sabean likes to leak stuff and treat his players unprofessionally?
We already knew that.
by HaroldS on Sep 2, 2009 3:23 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I counter with Robb Nen & Rod Beck.
Bengie is a whiny pussy.
by younghutch on Sep 2, 2009 11:02 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Look what happened to Nenn.
Bruce Bochy would like you to look at the career numbers and stop complaining.
by cheno on Sep 2, 2009 12:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
We wish you best of luck in future endevors
Thanks fer yer time
Now,
kindly make way for
THE FUTURE!!
by Giant Homer on Sep 2, 2009 11:05 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Awesome
Perfect timing. Right in time for my wife and I to see his 1st MLB start in Milwaukee on Friday.
by backtocali on Sep 2, 2009 10:58 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Your wife is seeing his first MLB start? He must be thrilled.
Giants wins feel better than Dodger losses, but it's darn close.
by WhereThere'sAWillieThere'sAMays on Sep 2, 2009 4:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
AHHHHHHHHH
OMG OMG OMG OMG HAPPY POSEY DAY EVERYBODY!!!!!!!!!!!!
"Snow woulda had it!!!"
Self appointed president, ruler, dictator, czar and potentate of the Free Gerald Society. As of... right now.
by beat_la_25 on Sep 2, 2009 11:01 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Buster Rules, Molina Drools
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:02 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
That’s good enough for me!
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:03 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
"TWAS THE AFTERNOON BEFORE POSEY" POST IN THE WORKS, FOLKS
/not really
by Grant on Sep 2, 2009 11:02 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
How about a what would YOU put in a Buster Posey Sandwich post?
I’m going tunafish and OPS on sourdough
If God had intended us not to rosterbate, he would've made our arms shorter.
by Mike Hawk on Sep 2, 2009 11:04 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I made a hot peppered turkey/avocado/smoked gouda sandwich last night on garlic-cheese sourdough. It was probably the best sandwich I’ve ever made. I’d make one for lunch, but I used the last of the turkey.
by Grant on Sep 2, 2009 11:05 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Now we know what Grant voted for.
El Presidente Larry Baer's epitaph
"Nothing important ever happened without me."
by ResDog on Sep 2, 2009 11:07 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I hope you brought enough for the whole class
If God had intended us not to rosterbate, he would've made our arms shorter.
by Mike Hawk on Sep 2, 2009 11:08 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
/waits in line for early showing
"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 Sep 2, 2009 11:04 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Twas the afternoon before Posey
And all through the bench
Not a player was stirring
‘cept for Bochy’s huge stench
by Lars The Wanderer on Sep 2, 2009 11:05 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
The catchers mitts were hung by the dugout with care,
In hopes that St. Geraldine soon would be there;
The McCoven were nestled all snug in their mom’s basements,
While visions of OBP danced in their heads
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:06 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
When what to our wondering eyes should appear
But a huge-noggined borker whom youngsters did fear.
His huge hat was askew yet his cheeks were rosy.
he looked at the lineup card…Whiteside or Posey?
by younghutch on Sep 2, 2009 11:13 AM PDT up reply actions 2 recs
“How old is this Buster?” he mused with a frown
“I don’t know that I want to write his name down.
I think Eli Whiteside would be my best bet;
He has the grey hair of a true savvy vet.”
Meet my new son: Sundrendy Windster, on the Curacao-SF express (via Arizona).
by EliminateMe on Sep 2, 2009 11:23 AM PDT up reply actions 5 recs
Fuckin A, Bubba
How soon til he starts?
Juan Marichal's bat > JR's head
by titofuentes4 on Sep 2, 2009 11:04 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Nice
Jonathan Sanchez. He's left-handed, like Barry Zito. His fastball breaks 80, unlike Zito.
by Aadik on Sep 2, 2009 11:05 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I thought they should have brought up Posey earlier than this. Don’t care about his arbitration clock, would have easily outperformed either of the other 2 catchers on the roster just because he knows how to take a pitch.
Also LOL BENGIE!
Hopefully we don’t have another atrocious LOLINEUP! tonight.
by Hobbes2d on Sep 2, 2009 11:06 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Mad dog is mad.
"The dreams ain't broken down here now, they're walking with a limp" --TW
by bgunn on Sep 2, 2009 11:07 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Not my TV
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Sep 2, 2009 11:27 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Mad Dog is troublesome.
GROUGTHINK ALERT
The first Chester Arthur fanboy ever.
by groug on Sep 2, 2009 12:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Mad Dog is 20/20. Or is that hindsight?
"The dreams ain't broken down here now, they're walking with a limp" --TW
by bgunn on Sep 2, 2009 12:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
So, how long till Bengie throws a hissy fit?
Jonathan Sanchez. He's left-handed, like Barry Zito. His fastball breaks 80, unlike Zito.
by Aadik on Sep 2, 2009 11:07 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Prolly before he throws a runner out at 2nd.
If God had intended us not to rosterbate, he would've made our arms shorter.
by Mike Hawk on Sep 2, 2009 11:08 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Incidentally, Anne Dudley is my favorite musician.
www.leaguelineup.com/lbucks24
by NuschlerFace on Sep 2, 2009 11:15 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I just hope he is truly ready and this isn’t just an instant gratification move. I am skeptical
by FluLikeSymptoms on Sep 2, 2009 11:08 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I don’t want instant gratification, I just want Posey to produce right away.
by Grant on Sep 2, 2009 11:09 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
and a pony
Jonathan Sanchez. He's left-handed, like Barry Zito. His fastball breaks 80, unlike Zito.
by Aadik on Sep 2, 2009 11:09 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
and a jponry
/who secretly doubles as bposey – well, has anyone ever seen them in the same room?
Juan Marichal's bat > JR's head
by titofuentes4 on Sep 2, 2009 12:23 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
IRL LOL
The cleanup hitter has an on-base percentage of .281, and he can’t walk right now. Also, he can’t walk.
Anagram of "knowing how to win" = WOW, I KNOW NOTHING
by Stuttering John Tamargo on Sep 2, 2009 11:09 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Merkin Valdez? Manuel Mateo? A rose by any other name...
by rotorueter on Sep 2, 2009 11:09 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
WHAT IS THIS SHIT
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 11:10 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well, I won’t be sleeping for the next few days.
Merkin Valdez? Manuel Mateo? A rose by any other name...
by rotorueter on Sep 2, 2009 11:10 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I have to drop a “wat” on my own picture.
wat
by Grant on Sep 2, 2009 11:10 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
is she asking the dog to be her valentine?
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 11:12 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh my. he?!? I made a terrible mistake last weekend
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 11:13 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
If it’s on the Interneds, it must be a he!
"The dreams ain't broken down here now, they're walking with a limp" --TW
by bgunn on Sep 2, 2009 11:15 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
TANGOTI
Meet my new son: Sundrendy Windster, on the Curacao-SF express (via Arizona).
by EliminateMe on Sep 2, 2009 11:21 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It doesn't seem to be a secret. :)
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 11:12 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
‘tis no she. That’s Buster Brown.
And if I started to explain what this picture could possibly mean, I’d probably shoot blood from every orifice in my head.
by Grant on Sep 2, 2009 11:13 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That would be pretty entertaining. Like a blood fountain!
by Lars The Wanderer on Sep 2, 2009 11:14 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That would be Buster Brown. Definitely a “he”.
by Lars The Wanderer on Sep 2, 2009 11:13 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
This looks like something out of that Silent Hill video game.
by deuce deuce on Sep 2, 2009 11:12 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
“…AND I’LL PAINT THE WALLS WITH YOUR BLOOD!”
Neal before Zod!
Official Sponsor of the 1997 San Francisco Giants
by nostocksjustbonds on Sep 2, 2009 11:13 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
WTF
Clayton Tanner. I have nothing witty to add.
by walkoff baltimore chop on Sep 2, 2009 11:23 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
This is likely the scariest picture I’ve seen on the internet. That dog is so… happy and freakishly built. Oh and the whole blood on the wall painting. Kudos.
go rowand
by lincypoo i wuv u on Sep 3, 2009 12:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
So does this mean we are going to win the World Series of Baseball this year?
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 11:10 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Will Bochy's nickname for Posey...
be Busty?
by Hoist That Rag on Sep 2, 2009 11:10 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Posey-y.
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:11 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bonds would call him Scott, so we should too
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 11:12 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
My brother just asked me what will happen to Whiteside. Oh I don’t know, maybe he will still be the backup?
by 49er16 on Sep 2, 2009 11:11 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Whiteside or Bengie for the rest of the season?
by PiKAgiant on Sep 2, 2009 11:12 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
idk
What ever happened to Wally Pip?
by Giant Homer on Sep 2, 2009 11:13 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don’t mind seeing him play now, but I don’t think a rookie is going to make that much of a difference on a team that hits this poorly. Instead of a 2 hitter yesterday, it would have just been a 3 hitter.
by aBulldog on Sep 2, 2009 11:11 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
OMG YOU GUYS
STEVE DECKER YOU GUYS
HE IS GOING TO BE BOSS
Kurt Ainsworth Roofing and Insulation. Great service since 2005!
by dangjackson on Sep 2, 2009 11:11 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Eh. While it’s entirely possible Posey becomes a bust, Decker wasn’t comparable as a prospect to Posey.
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:14 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
STEVE DECKER IS GOING TO JUST CATCH THE SHIT OUT OF JOHN BURKETT
Kurt Ainsworth Roofing and Insulation. Great service since 2005!
by dangjackson on Sep 2, 2009 11:15 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
BREAKING NEWS: STEVE DECKER CALLED UP TO REPLACE BRUCE BOCHY
by Grant on Sep 2, 2009 11:14 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m in.
Neal before Zod!
Official Sponsor of the 1997 San Francisco Giants
by nostocksjustbonds on Sep 2, 2009 11:15 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOL Steve Decker.
/hits empty .300 in minors
/goes apeshit on young Rob Neyer
Please hit better, Randy Winn.
by oldjacket on Sep 2, 2009 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don’t think I know this story.
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
when Neyer was a young intern for Bill James, he was at a minor league game where Decker was playing. Decker didn’t respond well to some of the taunts he was getting from fans near Neyer and launched an obscenity laden tirade at the whole section.
Please hit better, Randy Winn.
by oldjacket on Sep 2, 2009 11:24 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Posey Haiku subthread
Major league debut
Anagram of "knowing how to win" = WOW, I KNOW NOTHING
by Stuttering John Tamargo on Sep 2, 2009 11:13 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
WTF
This thing’s going ape shit.
Take 2
Major league debut
Buster finally made it
Great, a double play
Anagram of "knowing how to win" = WOW, I KNOW NOTHING
by Stuttering John Tamargo on Sep 2, 2009 11:14 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tomorrow we see
Our Ace and Future Beast
I will be there, HA!
I R 5
by say hey nation on Sep 2, 2009 11:16 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Welcome aboard, kid
You must swing at everything
Cause Dunston says so
Anagram of "knowing how to win" = WOW, I KNOW NOTHING
by Stuttering John Tamargo on Sep 2, 2009 11:16 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sorry, rookie, but
If you really want to play
Gain three hundred pounds
by quincy0191 on Sep 2, 2009 12:14 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Neal before Zod!
Official Sponsor of the 1997 San Francisco Giants
by nostocksjustbonds on Sep 2, 2009 11:14 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
That would be good walk-up music
"We're in this thing!" My adopted Giant: "Raptor Jesus" Guzman, "Sweet Jesus" Guzman and Jesus H. Guzman.
by Goofus on Sep 2, 2009 12:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
is that what malcolm in the middle looks like these days?
If God had intended us not to rosterbate, he would've made our arms shorter.
by Mike Hawk on Sep 2, 2009 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes no. Maybe. I don’t know.
Merkin Valdez? Manuel Mateo? A rose by any other name...
by rotorueter on Sep 2, 2009 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Can you repeat the question?
Giants wins feel better than Dodger losses, but it's darn close.
by WhereThere'sAWillieThere'sAMays on Sep 2, 2009 4:40 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You’re not the boss of me now!
go rowand
by lincypoo i wuv u on Sep 3, 2009 1:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
to bring back it all back home...
I asked the catcher what his name was
And how come he didn’t swing at junk
He said his name was Posey
I just said, “Good luck.”
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 11:15 AM PDT reply actions 1 recs
You guys were on fire in that thread.
by taliesin on Sep 2, 2009 11:22 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was going to change do Lay Lady Lay, but then realized it’s already perfect:
Why wait any longer for the world to begin
You can have your cake and eat it too
Why wait any longer for the one you love
When he’s standing in front of you
HA HA HA LOOK AT ME I'M ALL HAPPY AND STUFF NO REALLY CAN WE STOP WITH THE COOKYMAN IS SAD JOKES?
:-) :-) :-)
by Cookyman on Sep 2, 2009 11:32 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
:’)
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 11:35 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Stuck Inside of Fresno with Cows and Prunes Again, an ode to Kevin Frandsen.
Bruce Bochy would like you to look at the career numbers and stop complaining.
by cheno on Sep 2, 2009 1:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
HIGH FIVES ALL AROUND
"Snow woulda had it!!!"
THANKS BRIAN SABEAN FOR LETTING MY GERALD GO!!!!!!!
by beat_la_25 on Sep 2, 2009 11:15 AM PDT reply actions 1 recs
Haha, i should do this with friends
by PiKAgiant on Sep 2, 2009 11:16 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
FREE HIGH FIVES...ONE SIZE FITS ALL!
If God had intended us not to rosterbate, he would've made our arms shorter.
by Mike Hawk on Sep 2, 2009 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
My haiku
Buster is called up
Bengie starts every game though
Oh for September
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
by RDreamer on Sep 2, 2009 11:16 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Which means he’ll be catching Timmy. Which means my head just exploded.
by kimmyg on Sep 2, 2009 1:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
RIP kimmyg
"The BB's are out. The BB's are being arseholes to me." - Brian Wilson.
by hairball on Sep 2, 2009 2:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
only Big-Head knows for sure
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
by RDreamer on Sep 2, 2009 11:18 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
April
El Presidente Larry Baer's epitaph
"Nothing important ever happened without me."
by ResDog on Sep 2, 2009 11:22 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
i thought i heard “Final Countdown” in the distance while reading earlier comments in this thread. epic.
by dannyschmanny on Sep 2, 2009 11:26 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
he's on ESPN
I just dropped Alcides Escobar for him
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
by RDreamer on Sep 2, 2009 11:19 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’ll be adding him, mostly because I’m excited but also because Pablo’s my catcher, I have no backup, and it’s a 14-team league with no other worthwhile and available catchers.
by sakbaum on Sep 2, 2009 11:24 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m excited enough to want to add him even though I have Joe Mauer. heh.
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:25 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
yahoo doesn’t add guys during midseason until they’re on the roster and have played a game. something to do with licensing.
Neal before Zod!
Official Sponsor of the 1997 San Francisco Giants
by nostocksjustbonds on Sep 2, 2009 11:21 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Kawakami:
If Posey holds up, and I believe he will, then I think this is the end of Molina’s time with the Giants. Might’ve been the end, either way, but now the Giants have signalled it louder than ever.
by kdl on Sep 2, 2009 11:19 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Well it really wouldn’t make sense for either side. Even at this point Bengie’s probably going to making ~$4M or so. Why would the Giants want to pay him that much, knowing that he’s going to be the backup by mid-season? And if the Giants aren’t going to pay him that much, and he wouldn’t be the starter, why would Bengie want to stay?
by taliesin on Sep 2, 2009 11:25 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think even Bengie knows his time with the Giants is winding down.
I believe in Posey.
by 49er16 on Sep 2, 2009 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Kawakami is a bigger idiot than Sabean
I R 5
by say hey nation on Sep 2, 2009 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That’s a really good point. His lack of baseball knowledge is stunning sometimes. But, I agree with him here.
by kdl on Sep 2, 2009 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wonder if he still wants the Giants to release Zito after the season.
Neal before Zod!
Official Sponsor of the 1997 San Francisco Giants
by nostocksjustbonds on Sep 2, 2009 11:22 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bigger idiot: Kawakami or Ralph Barbieri?
Waiting for Giants and Niners to contend once more.
by dcp on Sep 2, 2009 11:26 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Kawakami by a nose
Neal before Zod!
Official Sponsor of the 1997 San Francisco Giants
by nostocksjustbonds on Sep 2, 2009 11:26 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
BUT HEZ ON EZPN!!!!!!!!!!
I R 5
by say hey nation on Sep 2, 2009 11:34 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
WIN THE INNINGS!
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
by Viliphied on Sep 2, 2009 4:08 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Barbieri. Kawakami makes statements sometimes knowing that hes probably wrong, but that it will get fans into dialogue.
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 11:28 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
So probably no arb offer and no draft picks. That’s kind of a bummer.
Merkin Valdez? Manuel Mateo? A rose by any other name...
by rotorueter on Sep 2, 2009 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
that was doubtful anyway. But hey, if he wants to be the backup…
Neal before Zod!
Official Sponsor of the 1997 San Francisco Giants
by nostocksjustbonds on Sep 2, 2009 11:22 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Kawakami, while I like him, has been wrong many many times before
cough lincecum for rios cough cough
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
cough KEVIN GARNETT HAS BEEN TRADED TO THE WARRIORS cough cough
by superk1ng on Sep 2, 2009 11:21 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What about Kawakami wanting the Giants to cut Barry Zito this year?
I believe in Posey.
by 49er16 on Sep 2, 2009 11:21 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I forgot about that. He should go George Costanza and do the opposite of whatever his initial instinct is.
by kdl on Sep 2, 2009 11:22 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
"I'm George. I'm unemployed and I live with my parents."
If God had intended us not to rosterbate, he would've made our arms shorter.
by Mike Hawk on Sep 2, 2009 11:25 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
the list can go on and on.
For the most part he does his best to rile everyone up, but I think he’s pretty good to have around
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 11:23 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
On the one hand, this makes lots of sense...
…on the other hand, Tim Kawakami wrote it, so it’s really hard to agree with it.
Meet my new son: Sundrendy Windster, on the Curacao-SF express (via Arizona).
by EliminateMe on Sep 2, 2009 11:25 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOGIC
The last time we were THIS excited over a player being called up, it was Pablo Sandoval. Therefore, Buster Posey will rule.
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:19 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
and before that?
Kevin Frandsen?
Jerome Wiliams?
Kurt Ainsworth?
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
by RDreamer on Sep 2, 2009 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Whenever something bad has happened in Giants history, it is Magowan’s fault.
Merkin Valdez? Manuel Mateo? A rose by any other name...
by rotorueter on Sep 2, 2009 11:21 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You weren’t excited for Foppert?
I believe in Posey.
by 49er16 on Sep 2, 2009 11:21 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Probably Jesse Foppert. But McCovey Chronicles didn’t exist yet, so that doesn’t count.
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:22 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Frandsen, Williams, and Ainsworth weren’t in Posey’s league as prospects, though. Especially Frandsen.
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:26 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Totally
The next time we get this excited will be for Tim Alderson Madison Bumgarner.
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
by RDreamer on Sep 2, 2009 11:29 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Again, Alderson isn’t, and never was, on the same level as Posey as a prospect. He’s a mid-rotation starter at best, Posey is a superstar at best. Bumgarner, however, is on Posey’s level as a prospect.
What’s your point, anyway? Because some prospects are flops, anyone who ever gets excited about any prospect is an idiot?
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:31 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
me=idiot
I thought I didn’t care… then I fell in love with Panda and now I’m not so sure anymore. - Smoke On The Water
by jhiat00 on Sep 2, 2009 11:32 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Posey >>> Bumgarner
HA HA HA LOOK AT ME I'M ALL HAPPY AND STUFF NO REALLY CAN WE STOP WITH THE COOKYMAN IS SAD JOKES?
:-) :-) :-)
by Cookyman on Sep 2, 2009 11:34 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Because TINSTAAPP, or because of Bumgarner’s lower K rates this year?
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:35 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes.
Merkin Valdez? Manuel Mateo? A rose by any other name...
by rotorueter on Sep 2, 2009 11:35 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Similar upside
Posey is closer to the majors
Posey has performed much better this year
Posey is much less of an injury risk
HA HA HA LOOK AT ME I'M ALL HAPPY AND STUFF NO REALLY CAN WE STOP WITH THE COOKYMAN IS SAD JOKES?
:-) :-) :-)
by Cookyman on Sep 2, 2009 11:43 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Fair enough
I probably overrate Bumgarner because of the Giants’ recent track record with guys like Lincecum and Cain.
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:45 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Of course not!
I am very excited about Buster Posey, I’ve followed him since his days at Florida State. I will be stoked for Bumgarner too.
I didn’t really have a point, it’s just a nonchalant comment. It is just that we get equally excited for prospects that don’t have equal results. Baseball is like that. That being said, I think Posey will be a stud and I plan on drafting him as much as possible next year.
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
by RDreamer on Sep 2, 2009 11:35 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Honestly, there are only a few guys I can remember being so excited about coming up as I am with Posey: Will Clark, Matt Williams, Salomon Torres, Jesse Foppert, Pablo Sandoval. Maybe a couple others, but those’re the only ones who come to mind. It’s not a bad track record over all!
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:37 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wasn't excited over Will Clark's callup
I was two years old. But I am ecstatic over Posey.
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
by RDreamer on Sep 2, 2009 11:38 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was six.
I started early as a baseball nerd.
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:39 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was playing tee-ball then
I started early as a jock. Fantasy sports made me a nerd.
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
by RDreamer on Sep 2, 2009 11:41 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
foppert and lincecum are the only ones i’ve ever been excited for. foppert was a tough lesson to learn.
On 5/7, the best part of waking is up LOLDGERS in my cup.
by GameSix on Sep 2, 2009 11:53 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Some kind of pitcher
Jim… Lancecomb?
"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 Sep 2, 2009 11:32 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tom Lipscomb?
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
by RDreamer on Sep 2, 2009 11:36 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I remember him.
Whatever happened to that guy?
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
by RDreamer on Sep 2, 2009 11:36 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was a lot more excited about that callup, personally. But the pennant race makes this one more fun.
by Evan on Sep 2, 2009 11:41 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Same here
I had a family dinner that night, but I stayed in front of the TV as long as I could before leaving so I could see as many pitches as I could.
"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 Sep 2, 2009 11:43 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He wasn't that good
as I recall, he was very shaky that night. One of the few times he’s been less than stellar, thankfully.
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
by RDreamer on Sep 2, 2009 11:44 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sure, it wasn't that great
But the anticipation for that start can’t be matched. Also, striking out 5 batters in 4.1 IP isn’t too shabby.
"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 Sep 2, 2009 11:46 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I had used a high draft pick on him in my keeper league. A bunch of guys from the league met up to watch the game. Timmy couldn’t throw strikes and they mocked me.
BUT WHO’S LAUGHING NOW SUCKAS
by Evan on Sep 2, 2009 11:48 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was so excited about that call up… and then the crappy ESPN coverage of the game (they spent the whole time talking about Roger Clemens and Barry Bonds) and Shane Victorino ruined it
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 11:44 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I went to that game
saved the ticket. Told myself its something I can tell grandkids about.
Jonathan Sanchez. He's left-handed, like Barry Zito. His fastball breaks 80, unlike Zito.
by Aadik on Sep 2, 2009 11:46 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I woke up at 3:00 AM to watch that game.
HA HA HA LOOK AT ME I'M ALL HAPPY AND STUFF NO REALLY CAN WE STOP WITH THE COOKYMAN IS SAD JOKES?
:-) :-) :-)
by Cookyman on Sep 2, 2009 11:45 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I knew I had left out someone blatantly obvious from my list of exciting callups!
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:43 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was too busy mourning the demise of Russell’s career as a Giant…
Wait— no I wasn’t.
Idolizing Robb Nen since 2002...
by Smoke on the Water on Sep 2, 2009 12:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lincecum, Cain
Neal before Zod!
Official Sponsor of the 1997 San Francisco Giants
by nostocksjustbonds on Sep 2, 2009 11:55 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
BOWKERMANIA
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Needs an SF logo on the hulkhair
"The BB's are out. The BB's are being arseholes to me." - Brian Wilson.
by hairball on Sep 2, 2009 11:21 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ring around the Bochy!
A pocketful of Posey!
Bashes, bashes
Velez falls down!
Kurt Ainsworth Roofing and Insulation. Great service since 2005!
by dangjackson on Sep 2, 2009 11:20 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
i lol’d.
"There he goes. One of god's own prototypes. Some kind of high powered mutant never even considered for mass production. Too weird to live, and too rare to die."
by KINGofCRA5H on Sep 2, 2009 11:21 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Silly McCovenite
Bashing is for A’s
"The BB's are out. The BB's are being arseholes to me." - Brian Wilson.
by hairball on Sep 2, 2009 11:22 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Good point.
Change to “smashes.”
Or they could all grow playoff ’staches.
Kurt Ainsworth Roofing and Insulation. Great service since 2005!
by dangjackson on Sep 2, 2009 11:24 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
STOKED
Bruce Bochy: Leave him alone, he's the Manager Man and his BORK is much worse than his bite.
by zodiac_chiller on Sep 2, 2009 11:22 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
w00t!
Psycho killer, qu'est-ce que c'est?
by shikantaza on Sep 2, 2009 11:24 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
lol
I can’t believe someone would really get offended by that.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 11:26 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
PICK ON SOMEONE YOUR OWN SIZE
"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 Sep 2, 2009 11:35 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
omg
they’re REALLY angry!
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 11:27 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Greg Litton did that once, too.
HEY EVERYONE LET’S FORM A LYNCH MOB TO HUNT DOWN GREG LITTON!!!!
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 11:29 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Argumentative Hosts are arguing.
El Presidente Larry Baer's epitaph
"Nothing important ever happened without me."
by ResDog on Sep 2, 2009 11:30 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Guy acts like douchebag on TV to get ratings — more on this story as it develops
Billy Hayes: His job is better than yours.
by delorean on Sep 2, 2009 11:32 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
me neither. I mean who gives a shit. I doubt Savannah State was that offended. I college sports you see these kind of mismatches all the time. The small schools take their lumps b/c they make money as punching bags for the big schools.
Neal before Zod!
Official Sponsor of the 1997 San Francisco Giants
by nostocksjustbonds on Sep 2, 2009 12:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don't share their energy on the topic, but I agree with the basic point
It’s a showboat move and self-indulgent. And they WOULD only pull that Harlem Globetrotter stuff on a crappy team, thus reinforcing the smallness of the other team. But it’s kind of an eye roll for me in its tastelessness, not a gruff my-daddy-taught-me kind of growl.
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Sep 2, 2009 11:58 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I tend to agree too
but man, that level of RAGGGRGGGGH for it?
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 12:28 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Also
They’re all “PICK ON SOMEONE YOUR OWN SIZE!!!!” and yet they’re using the medium of major, national cable sports to pick on a college player/coach. There’s a bit of an imbalance there, too.
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 12:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nah, there we totally disagree
It usually takes a bigger bully to call out the first bully. I don’t have a problem with people using their greater power on behalf of someone with less power, which is what this was. In fact, that’s usually considered cool.
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Sep 2, 2009 12:32 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don’t have a problem with ESPN calling them out on it if ESPN feels they did something wrong, it’s just that saying, “pick on someone your own size!” while simultaneously picking on someone not your own size is kind of funny.
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 12:35 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
So if the neighborhood bully is picking on a smaller person,
I (assume I’m bigger than the bully) should NOT intervene and chastise him for picking on someone smaller, even though that’s what I am doing? I mean, like, the purpose for which the size is being used doesn’t defeat the “gee, it’s funny you should say not to pick on smaller people” claim?
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Sep 2, 2009 12:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well, for starters, I don’t think the analogy really works. For one thing, with a bully, presumably the point is to stop the bully from continuing his/her violence. In this case, I rather doubt FSU was going to continue to play Posey at every position in the game. ESPN’s goal wasn’t to stop FSU but to attempt to manufacture a controversy (or to make a controversy seem bigger than it actually was) and thus to draw attention to themselves.
Brian Sabean wants to kick tires. I want to kick Brian Sabean.
Adopted Giant: FREDEMPTION Lewis
by jcb9 on Sep 2, 2009 12:41 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I agree that ESPN's purpose is to manufacture controversy (the whole function of all cable reporting, it seems)
But I think the analogy is fair enough because, while you are technically right that FSU won’t specifically keep playing Busty at 9 positions/game, they could still do power-trip kind of stuff in other ways.
Forsan et haec olim meminisse iuvabit... Maybe.
by Mayor of 311 on Sep 2, 2009 12:45 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
He's just one man
HA HA HA LOOK AT ME I'M ALL HAPPY AND STUFF NO REALLY CAN WE STOP WITH THE COOKYMAN IS SAD JOKES?
:-) :-) :-)
by Cookyman on Sep 2, 2009 12:49 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That college coach is a man
He’s 40.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.
by jponry on Sep 2, 2009 12:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
That seems like an overreaction.
(Later, when drinking water: “This drink is fairly wet.”)
GROUGTHINK ALERT
The first Chester Arthur fanboy ever.
by groug on Sep 2, 2009 12:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
SO EXCITED
This is awesome – I can’t wait to see my boy in action!!!
Proud parent of future rookie of the year, Gerald Posey!
by GiantsFanInExile on Sep 2, 2009 11:25 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Front page news:
Bruce Bochy has a big head, dudes!
by sakbaum on Sep 2, 2009 11:27 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m blaming this fail on the heavy posting traffic.
by sakbaum on Sep 2, 2009 11:29 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Look who is on ESPN's MLB section, our friend BRUCE BOCHY!
With malice towards the Dodgers
by heimy25 on Sep 2, 2009 11:26 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
he looks like gollum there
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
PABLO SANDOVAL AM STEAL DEATH, DESTROYER OF WORLDS.