Sunday morning coming down, dumping links

This is the Giants.

Walking around my college’s campus (graduated, moved back to the area for work) yesterday sporting Giants gear, I was lucky enough to walk by some Dodgers fans. It ruled.

I was wearing my Giants gear in enemy territory this weekend and I’m guessing I got lucky and ran into a lot of transplanted Giants fans in LA. There were a lot of “Let’s Go Giants” chants.

I get a really big smile on my face when I walk by Dodger fans. They tend to look away.

and there were a good amount of giants fans there, and we’d talk for like 20 minutes, it was pretty fun. They were lifelong giants fans, and i could tell without even talking to them… also saw Gary Player

Since the beginning of freshman year, it’s on my head wherever I go. During the past few weeks, this has been especially satisfying.

Most people in my part of the world, to the extent that they care about baseball, seem pleased enough that the Giants won.

It’s mostly fans coming out of the closet or rediscovering their latent Giants fandom, not bandwagoners per se. I’ve certainly worn my hat more often these past few weeks. I am proud of my Romosexuality!

How’d the chippewas do vs. MIAMI OHIO? LOST! haha!!!

This was brought up in the previous thread, but other Giant prospects such as Damon Minor and John Bowker have mashed in the minors, only to fail with the big club. What’s the difference with Belt? I can come up with only one thing off the top of my head:

Age. Belt is only 22, those players were 24 or 25 when they put up big numbers in AAA.

I don’t follow the minors as closely as others on here, nor do I know a ton about MLEs and whatnot, so I thought I would ask.

Though a proposed bathroom location was received warmly

That’s pretty badass.

I hear the movie is already in development.

I think the Tigers are expected to re-sign him

he’s always been overrated, IMO

As far as I know, Wheeler and Bucardo are the #1/#2 prospects right now, but they’re both in the low minors. Eric Surkamp and Clayton Tanner are probably next, but again, neither has reached higher than AA. You’re right to be scared of any injury to our starting staff; we really need a couple guys on minor league deals that we can stash in AAA as insurance.

lolol

OMG ahahaha

That just inspired me to make myself a new profile pic

Want want NEED

Not bad, not bad at all.

Packing my radio away the other day was when it really hit me that I’ll be without baseball for months. I miss it already. I also apparently miss baseball-related suffering, because I had a dream last night that the Giants lost to the Mariners by five. (Why the Mariners, I’m not sure. My subconscious yearns for league realignment, I guess?)

I’m currently on Cain’s game against the Rangers and game 4 will be next at 5 p.m. Pacific.

One of the enjoyable things about the ‘04 Sox is that they were blatantly trying to be the anti-Yankees and be as scruffy as possible. Of course, then the Sox became the Yankees, got rid of “the Idiots,” and became boring and dominate. Fortunately, I don’t see Giants management suddenly deeming that facial-hair and occasional knuckle-headed behavior are bad things. Among other things, they sell way too many fake-beards and fake Timmy hair to want put an end to it

“Sabean’s history of acquisitions is like fog rolling in from the west.”

I’d have agreed with that in October of ’08. I guess I no longer agree, except the Guillen/Zito/Rowand thing. Oh hell, I guess I still sort of agree.

I hope some year to be as lucky as Sabean has been this year. Or maybe he knew all along . . . .

Any hope I might have for the future is tempered by fears that our current GM doesn’t have the slightest idea how to build a real offense without Barry Bonds.

It’s amazing what changes in a couple years, isn’t it?

 that there is realy not that much to get excited about in positions the Giants need. The hell with it i am just goning to stay muzzy on the championship!

and so well arranged. It’s the Chron lead Giant stories from various landmark moments of the season. Most are by Schulman, but Shea and Jenkins are also included. It was nice to remember the details of those games: home opener, comeback win over Dodgers, Posey’s first game, etc. Once reminded, the moments came back to me.

And, yeah, it looks real good and orange.

You come write out lesson plans, conferences and/or report cards for me and I can comment more frequently….

Things have gone back to normal.

Don’t joke with me, kid.

Yeah! And your little dog too!!!

So rec’d.

Stanford #6 in the BCS standings.

there is no more alarming taste in the universe.

Finally, something on which we agree.

buttered popcorn
black licorice
pear
cinnamon
watermelon

Zuko is such a moron

http://www.baseball-reference.com/blog/archives/9038

Burrell an Huff are both stiffs. Huff has a .283 average with 5 teams in 11 years. The guy has grounded into 147 double plays. Burrell is a strikeout machine, has zero speed and is a defensive liability. MLB will pay both of them far more than they are worth to get injured and sit on the bench.

We’re rearranging now to hang up Natto’s Giants I don’t know if there’s room for the chartball dealie.

Could be Sergio Romo with a 40.50(game 3 Division Series)?

was a give away.

when Posey needs a break from behind the plate he can just swap positions with V-Mart to keep both bats in the lineup. With Panda on the roster there’d probably be no need for a backup at all, which would open up a roster spot to play with (Darren Ford maybe??!?)

Your on point.

It loosely translates to

Interviewer: When asked about the Giants not extending his contract and what the future holds for him. Does he want to retire or does he feel the same passion for the game.

Renteria: " I will always have the passion to play baseball. I understands the Giants position very well. This is a business and we all understand it , thank god that I do not have a problem with them (the Giants). I think we can work something out with them (the GIants) or with another team if I decide to keep playing, I still have not made my decision yet"

Has the joy continued since winning the title with the Giants?
Yes, I felt everywhere and at a distance. It felt incredibly joy when we won, because I had a difficult season coming off many many injuries. I felt a little frustrated mentally because the season was about to end and I could not help the team, but when you persevere, work hard and fight on, I believe things come fall into place.

What do you feel when they tell you that you are one of the greatest athlete in the history of this country (Colombia)?
Pride. I know the magnitude of those words, because there are many I admire. I feel very proud.
 
Who is your favorite athlete?
El ‘Pibe’ (Carlos Valderrama), because of his simplicity, his humility, his character on the field and for discipline.

Have you asked ‘El Pibe’ for an autograph?
I am too shy to ask for autographs and that’s why I give them,because I know how it feels when one dares to ask for one.

Are you aware that since last Monday more Ernesto Frieri have been born, as the Padres pitcher decided to pick up baseball because he was you (Renteria) bat the ‘golden hit’ with Marlins in 1997 and, for sure, now more than one child wants to be like you when they saw you connect that home-run with the Giants. What does it mean to be role model for the youth of this country (Colombia)
For that you struggle and discipline is maintained, for it serves to behave well, for youth to follow in my footsteps. I do not want children to be like me, because they can be whatever they want, but to make sport that is as healthy for anyone. For me it is an honor that they see me as a role model in sport.

The Giants did not extended your contract for the 2011 season. What does the future hold for you, are you going to retire or do yo still have the passion to play?
I will always have the passion to play baseball. I understands the Giants position very well. This is a business and we all understand it , thank God that I do not have a problem with them (the Giants). I think we can work something out with them (the GIants) or with another team if I decide to keep playing, I still have not made my decision yet.

Many people think this is an unjust decision . . .
Yes, some people were upset because the decision, they make an early decision, just three days after winning the World Series. But it is a business. I understand it and see it as such. Of course there are fans who lament it, but that does not mean that I will not re-sign with the team.

In what other role would you like to return with the Giants?
If I decide to play I would like to return with the Giants, if not then with a team that will want me. In the end, things happen when God wants them to. I have until 15 February, the deadline in which any club can sign me as a free agent. I have no hurry to decide my future. For now, I just want to rest.

In the ‘dugout’, champagne flowed everywhere. Did you get to drink any?
They did not leave anything. When I arrived there was none left and the part was over, but after the team continued the celebration and thats where I enjoyed it.

Your tears where very moving …
Those tears were of mixed feelings and emotions. It was an intense moment, I spent many months sad by the injuries, unable to deliver for the team and then to perform in full … Phew!, Those feelings combined and I cried like a child

What lucky charm did the Giants have?
Aubrey Huff (first baseman) wore a red thong in the key games of the season and playoffs. He told us that that was his lucky charm and it ended up being the teams lucky charm.

Do you have a lucky charm?
No. I only play with number 16 in honor of the Virgen del Carmen (her saint day is the 16 of July). I always ask God to take care of me, bless and protect me from any injury. From there on its my turn.

In that club house meeting, on September 23 in Chicago, in which you told your colleagues that perhaps this was your last season as an active ballplayer and began to cry, many of your teammates said that since that day you inspired the team …
We met to talk about what was happening in the team because we were not playing well and I am among those who do not speak as a group, prefer to say things face to face. That was before a game during the season, and this time spoke to the group, and told them we had a chance to win and if we put a little more of our effort we could do it. To keep fighting in order to reach the playoffs because I was going to help them win the World Series. Thank God I was right!

Was it more special this time with the Marlins?
Yes, because the Marlins won very young and knew I had the opportunity to do it again anytime. But now if I did not know when it would happen again. I was MVP, so I enjoyed this tittle a little bit more,

How did it feel to receive the congratulations of the presidents of Colombia, Juan Manuel Santos, and Venezuela’s Hugo Chavez?A
I was surprised they were together and congratulated me for what I had just achived. For me it was an honor to talk to both at once, especially with the President of my country.
Does your daughter Nicolle understands that his father is an idol?
She is 6 years old, she is still young and shes doing her own thing, that is to playing with dolls.

How’s Renteria, the father?
I’m a cool dad. I think everyone has their way of raising their children, but I think I’m a calm dad and playful with her when its appropriate to do so.

The mayor of Barranquilla, Alejandro Char, said he will build a new ballpark and name it Edgar Renteria …
It would be a great achievement. There would be more interesting for children to practice baseball. Regardless if it bears my name, the stadium is needed.

They even plan on making a statue the size of a building in Barranquilla, according to Mayor Char …
Hahahaha I cannot imagine it. If they want to do it, then it is their decision. I do not know what to say. If they make it I will be very proud and if not, it does no does not matter, because I want to keep fighting for youth, which is what most interests me. Although I am interested in the statue (laughs), I want the youth to prevail

If they do, what would you like place located?
Wherever they choose. I’m too shy for that: to say where, when and how. Actually I have no right to even ask them to make on.

How’s the day like for Renteria when he is not playing, for example now that you are resting?
I sleep a lot, sleep much more than normal. I rest a lot, go out just like everyone else and I’m waiting to see if I comeback, in order for me to keep in shape.

What music do you listen to?
All, but the old salsa is my favorite. That’s the music I like to listen to during the season to de-stress. I like songs by Oscar de León, El Gran Combo, Andy Montañez.

Do your friends and family ask for many Christmas gifts?
They actually do not . They told me that I already gave them a gift with all the emotions that came with winning the title.

What does your heart say "to continue or stop?
Right now, I took several days off. I do not want to think about it (in retirement) yet.

And your body telling you?
I feel good. Quite ‘ready’ . I believe that I have recuperated from all injuries.

When do you comeback to Colombia?
Soon. I’m finishing up some things in Miami to go to my country and come to Barranquilla.

Glad to have the Crawford family join us!