An early look at the trade deadline...
by Grant Brisbee on Jun 23, 2010 10:44 AM PDT
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PrintYou can feel the twinge in your wrist. The air smells different. You start making ordered lists of random names, eight deep.
July’s a comin’. And the rosterbation will be fierce.
The Giants could use a couple of hitters, a starting pitcher, and a reliever. There will be two ideologies:
Stand pat
There isn’t a lot of good news coming out of the minors right now. Buster Posey is the only top-ten prospect meeting expectations, unless you’re unconcerned about Madison Bumgarner’s strikeout rate. Aside from Posey, the Giants would be selling low on any of their top prospects. If the right player comes along, and the asking price is an Eric Surkamp or Daryl Maday, sure, make a move. But that’s not likely.
The Giants will need guaranteed improvements on Jeremy Affeldt and Dan Runzler, Joe Martinez and Todd Wellemeyer, and whomever they bounce from the lineup. A low-level prospect will just bring a question mark right back. The high-level prospects are high-level only by default. Stay on the rebuilding track.
Posey stays, but everyone else...
This is the year to go nuts. The Giants can’t count on free agent hitters agreeing to come to San Francisco. They can’t count on Thomas Neal to anchor the middle of the lineup while Matt Cain, Tim Lincecum, and Jonathan Sanchez are under contract and pitching well. This is the year that Aubrey Huff is hitting like Eddie Murray. This is the year that Andres Torres is hitting like Kenny Lofton. This is the year with four starters pitching better than most team’s #1. The stars haven’t aligned, exactly, but they aren’t getting any alignier.
Bumgarner and Neal for Oswalt and Pence? Sure. Bumgarner and seventeen other prospects for Prince Fielder? Of course. There is a romance in rebuilding, but this is the only year we can count on anything other than a wretched offense to go with our strong starting pitching.
It’s about a month too early to really get fired up about his, but to be honest, I see the logic of the latter argument. It’s reckless and impatient, and the Giants shouldn’t think about adding a hitter if they’re just going to keep Bengie Molina in the lineup, but this might be the season to go out and trade the future for this year’s Sidney Ponson.
The counterargument is, of course, Sidney Ponson.
The counter to the counterargument is Kurt Ainsworth.
The unfortunate name brought up by all of this is Jose Cruz, Jr.
Now I’m not sure where I am. It’s cold here. Vote in the poll, and profess your allegiance to the philosophy of your choice.
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Is this supposed to be an actual poll, or more like a metaphorical “poll of the mind”?
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
Is this an actual poll or are you just glad to see me?
Utter frustration and futility.
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by Johnny Disaster on Jun 23, 2010 11:03 AM PDT up reply actions
Count me in on the Posey stays camp.
Bumgarner and Neal for Oswalt and Pence sounds glorious.
Torres CF
Sanchez 2B
Huff 1B
Uribe SS
Sandoval 3B
Pence RF
Posey C
Burrell LF
Lincecum/Cain/Oswalt/Zito/Sanchez
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
That just gave me a boner.
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
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by troymccluresf on Jun 23, 2010 10:50 AM PDT up reply actions
Rowand CF
Sanchez 2B
Uribe 3B
Berkman 1B
Huff RF
Burrell LF
Renteria SS
Molina C
by Grant Brisbee on Jun 23, 2010 10:52 AM PDT up reply actions 2 recs
LOL PABLO!
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
Dodger-like even.
Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller
by Johnny Disaster on Jun 23, 2010 11:05 AM PDT up reply actions
But they make up for it with their offense
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Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
LOLina
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"What do I want you to do? What are you doing in the National League?"- John McGraw
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by natteringnabob on Jun 23, 2010 12:03 PM PDT up reply actions
are you a kappa sig at tech?
Just because I'm paranoid doesn't mean they're not out to get me.
McCoven: We're all happy to be wrong.
by atxgiantsfan on Jun 23, 2010 11:25 AM PDT up reply actions
That line up and rotation makes me extremely excited
It’s like… a line up with 0 names that offend me.
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
by sfgiants420 on Jun 23, 2010 10:53 AM PDT up reply actions
If you have a NL Pat Burrell hitting 8th
That’s a glorious lineup, but we can’t say LOLineup anymore though.
/Win the inning
//Renteria - Still not a VD but I crush a lot
///Willism is Realism
by Scooter Ellis on Jun 23, 2010 11:01 AM PDT up reply actions
Oswalt
Third starter at best
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
He’s too small, he’ll never hold up over the course of a season. I see him as more of a Scot Shields-type.
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
by rotorueter on Jun 23, 2010 11:08 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Well, if we're doing lefty righty...
Lincecum/Zito/Oswalt/Sanchez/Cain
Cain: 5th starter at best
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
Could you imagine??
Cain as a 5th starter? What a mismatch!
That would be a steal of epic proportions. EPIC proportions
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Green and Gold Till the Club is Sold- LUHG
by Useful_Idiot on Jun 23, 2010 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions
I don’t think so. Oswalt is on tab for $15 mil the next three years and Pence is just hitting arbitration.
Straight up this is the kind of trade that can put the Giants out of Lincecum’s price range and by hitting the farm system hurt their ability to manage payroll with cheap effective talent.
It sounds slightly favorable to the Astros in my book.
Rooting for Jose Casilla to take his K- and GB-inducing skills to the majors and join his brother.
The Kids: Lewis, Posey, Sandoval, Bowker, Schierholtz, Frandsen, Ishikawa, Amezaga... CHONE WAR projection= 12.7
Current Team: Rowand, Sanchez, DeRosa, Sandoval, Huff, Molina, Renteria, Schierholtz... CHONE WAR projection= 12.6
Oswalt’s deal is a club option for ‘12, $15 mil this year, $16 mil next year. Optimistically, that would take the Giants through Tim’s deal and if something weird happens, they have Oswalt as insurance for ‘12. Agree on Pence, though. Maybe that’s when it become a HAWT THREE-TEAM DEAL where the Giants spin Pence to another club.
by Every6thDay on Jun 23, 2010 12:18 PM PDT up reply actions
Preferably, Oswalt’s trade value is so low that we can package 3-4 lower prospects for him AND have the Astros take on about half of his contract. I don’t like Bumgarner for Oswalt. I could live with Neal for Oswalt if the Astros take on 1/3 of the contract.
Rooting for Jose Casilla to take his K- and GB-inducing skills to the majors and join his brother.
The Kids: Lewis, Posey, Sandoval, Bowker, Schierholtz, Frandsen, Ishikawa, Amezaga... CHONE WAR projection= 12.7
Current Team: Rowand, Sanchez, DeRosa, Sandoval, Huff, Molina, Renteria, Schierholtz... CHONE WAR projection= 12.6
I hate contracts
They ruin everything
Wayne Rooney, 1/27/10: Cometh The Hour, Cometh The Man
Green and Gold Till the Club is Sold- LUHG
by Useful_Idiot on Jun 23, 2010 3:34 PM PDT up reply actions
This is very true.
Rooting for Jose Casilla to take his K- and GB-inducing skills to the majors and join his brother.
The Kids: Lewis, Posey, Sandoval, Bowker, Schierholtz, Frandsen, Ishikawa, Amezaga... CHONE WAR projection= 12.7
Current Team: Rowand, Sanchez, DeRosa, Sandoval, Huff, Molina, Renteria, Schierholtz... CHONE WAR projection= 12.6
again, what is the difference between pence and nate other than that they have different names?
I DO NOT GET THE LOVE
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ARBY EYES!!!!
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Are you serious? Pence is less than a year older than Nate and already has three seasons of at least 3.1 WAR.
Ok
that’s all I was looking for. Problem is, Nate isn’t playing so why would Pence?
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I bet you anything Bochy would sit him regularly.
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lol
posey is better than molina. And yet.
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Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
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But man can bengie hit..
..The buffet after the game.
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
Pence has hit better in the bigs than nate ever has
And they’re comparable defensively.
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
This
His arm is nate status as well, perfect RF at AT&T.
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
Really?
He has put up this line (286/.336/.481 ) in about 2000 major league PAs. Nate?
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I got the message.
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What about Bumgarner for Choo?
Or Bumgarner and Neal for Carmona/Westbrook/(Cleveland vet/semi-vet pitcher) and Choo?
Aaron King is still my homeboy... iffy mechanics and all
McFAQ for all you newcomers out there.
LOLioles to the rescue!
Millwood … check
Meredith … check
Atkins … check
SP, RP, and bench player all from one team!!!
Yeah
TI>Atkins
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
Whatchu know about dat
at the end of the day it's all about kicking the tires
by duke_diligence on Jun 23, 2010 1:50 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah, they can keep Atkins and we can keep whatever bag of balls we would have thrown in for him. Millwood and Meredith might come cheap. I like that option.
I feel prickishly demanding!
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by giantsfansince1981 on Jun 23, 2010 11:22 AM PDT up reply actions
No,no on Atkins
"Even the Swedes are getting mad."-Randy Hahn
"It's very cozy in the sin bin."-Randy Hahn
A hundred times this
Atkins is, well, not a good baseball player. Can’t field, can’t hit anymore. Eww. I think of him as the baseball equivalent of belly-button lint.
In the end, America will be remembered for three things: the Bill of Rights, jazz, and baseball.
Millwood…OK, he could be a decent 5th starter
Meredith…Decent bullpen depth
Atkins…I’d be pissed if he took AB’s away from Brett Pill in Frenso
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Millwood just decent? He’d probably be the best 5th starter in all of MLB.
Meredith could be done, but playing in the AL East could be confusing matters. Atkins should be playing with Eric Byrnes.
by Every6thDay on Jun 23, 2010 12:02 PM PDT up reply actions
/gives up a home run.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 12:03 PM PDT up reply actions
Man, Millwood’s career is funky.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 12:04 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah, I probably undersold him a bit
Though, I’m not sure I want him because of his contract
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
how bout Markakis instead of Atkins?
Thing A
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Bullpen need
"Even the Swedes are getting mad."-Randy Hahn
"It's very cozy in the sin bin."-Randy Hahn
I’ve had a mancrush on Berkman for like ever. I think he’d be a good pick-up, if cheap!
Ask me about my blog.
Rowand CF
Sanchez 2B
Uribe 3B
Berkman 1B
Huff RF
Burrell LF
Renteria SS
Molina C
by Grant Brisbee on Jun 23, 2010 10:53 AM PDT up reply actions
flap
"I treat Timmy differently from most pitchers: I leave him alone."- Giants pitching coach Dave Righetti
"What do I want you to do? What are you doing in the National League?"- John McGraw
"117 elements, and still no Stanfurdium"- carp (paraphrased)
by natteringnabob on Jun 23, 2010 11:24 AM PDT up reply actions
At least against lefties, I’m not even kidding.
by Grant Brisbee on Jun 23, 2010 10:54 AM PDT up reply actions
Uribe, Berkman, Molina … that’s a lot of fat guys. You have to squeeze (hah!) Pablo in there somewhere.
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Carlos Lee needs to be acquired to play CF.
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
-500 UZR LOL
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
by sfgiants420 on Jun 23, 2010 10:57 AM PDT up reply actions
No.
http://fantasypros911.com/top-10-heaviest-players-in-mlb-history.html
We need to bring back Walter Young.
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Faster than bengie
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
by sfgiants420 on Jun 23, 2010 11:02 AM PDT up reply actions
I thought that was Shaq.
Hensley "Bam Bam" Meulens!
Better than you! Mejor que tú! Beter dan jij! 良い場合も! Mehor than abo!
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by GrahamCrakalaka on Jun 23, 2010 11:17 AM PDT up reply actions
LOL
I thought it was him at first, but even that guy is heavier than shaq.
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
by sfgiants420 on Jun 23, 2010 11:24 AM PDT up reply actions
LOL
Shaq must be at least 400 libs. Rauch is listed at 290 and doesn’t look all that big. Pretty normal frame spread over 6-10. Shaq is 3 inches taller and fat.
Q: Did you ever make an offer for Vladimir Guerrero?
Sabean: In a word: No. If we had signed Guerrero or [Gary] Sheffield, we would have been without [Long list of replacement level vets]—obviously not being able to field a competitive team, especially from an experience standpoint, given our level of spending.
Needz moar Calvin Pickering
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Grab Some Pine, Meat
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John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
Mehlina? where’s the gerald love?
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
by sfgiants420 on Jun 23, 2010 10:54 AM PDT up reply actions
LOL i c wut u did thur
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
by sfgiants420 on Jun 23, 2010 10:54 AM PDT up reply actions
Velez and rowand for bourn?
Do it.
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
If MadBum is available, why not Bumgarner and Neal for Choo?
That’d net the Giants a 5 WAR player and give them the chance to still trade for bullpen help.
I'd rather keep MadBum, but if you're gonna trade him, might as well get something for him.
The Korean military thing is a scary factor, though.
by Squire_Boone on Jun 23, 2010 10:57 AM PDT up reply actions
IAWTC
Unfortunately choo is a boras client which means paying 15 million in arbitration for 5 years.
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
by sfgiants420 on Jun 23, 2010 10:55 AM PDT up reply actions
I don’t see the Indians taking that deal.
I feel prickishly demanding!
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by giantsfansince1981 on Jun 23, 2010 11:23 AM PDT up reply actions
We need to gain some steam on the Choo train
Aaron King is still my homeboy... iffy mechanics and all
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Poo! Choo!
Utter frustration and futility.
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by Johnny Disaster on Jun 23, 2010 9:49 PM PDT up reply actions
My vote "Trade everyone if thats what it takes"
I don’t care who gets us there, lets just win this damn thang
YOU EAT YOUR DAMN EGGROLL
I voted for "stand pat"
But it seems to me the elucidation of “Trade everyone if that’s what it takes” is incomplete. A true stance would be not only willing to trade anyone and everyone in the minors, but sell high on Huff, Uribe, and Burrell if you think you can get a great return. For that matter, no one even Timmeh or Posey are untouchable if they bring back the kind of talent that makes the Giants favorites for a year or two.
“Trade the minor leaguers” is just a non-starter. You might as well have a “Trade our expensive crappy guys” option.
"That sort of thing only happens to white people."
- Kirby Puckett joking about the fairy-tale nature of his friend, Cal Ripken Jr., homering in his final All-Star Game
by achiappanza on Jun 23, 2010 11:21 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
So what you're saying is
Lincecum for Rios?
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
Well again, I voted "stand pat"
But if I was voting “trade everyone” I might be saying “Lincecum and Rowand for Wainright and Holliday!”
"That sort of thing only happens to white people."
- Kirby Puckett joking about the fairy-tale nature of his friend, Cal Ripken Jr., homering in his final All-Star Game
by achiappanza on Jun 23, 2010 12:36 PM PDT up reply actions
Bingo!
Threat level that the 2010 Pads finish with more wins than the 2010 Giants is currently at: 39%
Spoiler: Grumpy older Giants fan is Grumpy.
by daveinexile on Jun 23, 2010 12:58 PM PDT up reply actions
I also voted "Trade everyone..."
But then I remembered who would be making the trades.
Why couldn't McCovey have hit the ball just three feet higher?
I’d say Barnes is doing quite well — his ERA is terrible but it appears to be more of a bad luck / crappy defense kind of thing. He’s striking out almost 10 guys per 9, though his walks are up. I think he’s still promising.
LOL GARKO
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I don’t see in a million years the Giants trading Rowand and then paying his salary.
"Even the Swedes are getting mad."-Randy Hahn
"It's very cozy in the sin bin."-Randy Hahn
Here is fun excersie for your mind, Rowand for Gil Meche?
Before you start checking my Foil Hat for damage that allows improper alien transmissions in my bean think about it. A 31 year old pitcher with 1419 MLB innings pitched and not been in a game since May 25 and is not expected back tell after the All Star break(" bursitis in the right shoulder") owed $12.4MM next year and about $6.8 MM for the rest of this year. Would you, could you, condone and stomach that type of a trade?
Threat level that the 2010 Pads finish with more wins than the 2010 Giants is currently at: 39%
Spoiler: Grumpy older Giants fan is Grumpy.
really?
I mean Rowand can be counted on to have some limited productiveity in the next 3 years ( ina 4th -5th OF kind of way). but can we presume Meche will throw 120 innings between now and OCT 20111?
Threat level that the 2010 Pads finish with more wins than the 2010 Giants is currently at: 39%
Spoiler: Grumpy older Giants fan is Grumpy.
Won't happen
Need a productive rowand for this team to win, he’s our guy and we’re going to stick with him or we can’t win!
/sabean’d
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
For the record the above hypothical rather scares me. The duration is shorter for Gil but man I realy doubt he is comeing back much in the next 16 months or so and being a starting pitcher Hiead would probably have to squander less P.A.’s on Gil even if he healthy. Still a real gut wrencher IMHO.
Threat level that the 2010 Pads finish with more wins than the 2010 Giants is currently at: 39%
Spoiler: Grumpy older Giants fan is Grumpy.
Trade rowand and velez for bourn
And pay for rowands entire contract, I know it’s a lot but it’s a franchise saving move and accquiring a long term CF who’s the best defender in the league.
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
by sfgiants420 on Jun 23, 2010 11:04 AM PDT up reply actions
Bourn’s OBP is kind of low, but even then, why would Houston make that deal? Nobody is going to touch Rowand right now. And Velez is, well, Velez.
I feel prickishly demanding!
I couldn't be prouder of my recent adoptee - Tim Lincecum's dealer. He provides the secret fuel behind both Cy Youngs. Also, he taught Timmy the change-up.
by giantsfansince1981 on Jun 23, 2010 11:24 AM PDT up reply actions
BUT IT'D WORK OUT SO WELL FOR US IF THEY DID
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HOW COME ALL THE OTHER TEAMS ARE SO SELFISH??
Why couldn't McCovey have hit the ball just three feet higher?
You are living up to the latter part of your handle if you think the Astros would ever make that trade
Eliminate that pesky Dominatrix in one easy step. Step 1: Tell her you're a Cubs fan!
They wouldn't
but I can dream for a marc gasol pau gasol status trade for the giants.. someday.
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
Lol what the fuck?
yeah, why don’t we trade ishikawa for pujols too! That gives us one of the best 1b in the league!
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I believe another SP will be the target in July. I honestly feel like Sabean thinks he has already addressed the outfield situation.
If the Giants were willing to take on a bunch of money, I believe that Oswalt could be had for very little as far as prospect cost.
WHY IS BENGIE?!
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by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 11:02 AM PDT reply actions
If all we target is a SP, I want it to be someone cheap and BABIPy like Millwood.
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
I wish we still have Kevin Correia :(
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
I want Chen Wei Yin
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ig4xV_XGPd8
http://www.baseball-reference.com/bullpen/Wei-Yin_Chen
Chen was 7-6 with a 2.90 ERA for the Dragons in 2008. Had he qualified, he would have been 4th in the Central League in ERA behind Masanori Ishikawa, Colby Lewis and Tetsuya Utsumi. He was 9th with 107 strikeouts.
The young left-hander was even better in 2009, going 8-4 with a 1.54 ERA. He struck out 146 in 164 innings and allowed only 113 hits for a .193 opponent average. He led the CL in ERA by .46 over Kazuki Yoshimi, though #3 Dicky Gonzalez beat out both of them for the Best Nine spot at pitcher. Chen tied Yoshimi for the CL lead in shutouts (4), tied for second in complete games (5) and was 5th in strikeouts (40 behind leader Lewis but only 8 back of #2 Atsushi Nohmi).
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
A better Youtube Video
His 11K and 12K games
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0leP9QQajNI
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The baseball gods do not always punish the wicked but they will not just allow people to spit in their faces -- Joe Posnanski
I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
He appears to be very efficient and calculating! The strike zone in Asian baseball always seems to be HUGE. I’ll take him!
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efficient and calculating
LOL AZNS CALCULATE WELL!!!!!
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
throws grenade
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by Giant Voodoo on Jun 23, 2010 1:31 PM PDT up reply actions
What does "kanami sashin" mean?
If that’s even how you spell it…
I suppose it means “struck him out”. Or maybe, “HE GONE!!”
Why couldn't McCovey have hit the ball just three feet higher?
win
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Thanks to roger
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I believe both Berkman and Oswalt have stated they want to play in Texas or closer to the east coast.
Obviously any links in the above post are probably NSFW
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I think at this point
Oswalt would go wherever. We’re “contenders”.
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
And I think pitching in AT&T has to provide some incentive.
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 11:18 AM PDT up reply actions
Want Oswalt, hard.
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
Berkman says, “And that’s why I won’t play in San Francisco.”
I feel prickishly demanding!
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by giantsfansince1981 on Jun 23, 2010 11:25 AM PDT up reply actions
lol
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Thanks to roger
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/mentions fantasy baseball team
Need to DFA rowand first
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
by sfgiants420 on Jun 23, 2010 11:04 AM PDT up reply actions
BOOK!
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Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
I hope that we trade our bad players for good players.
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
And we should use the video game method. 10 terrible players for Pujols! QUANTITY > QUALITY !
Ask me about my blog.
Or just find a way to hit .400 with Aaron Rowand and trade him straight up for Hanley
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by Useful_Idiot on Jun 23, 2010 11:18 AM PDT up reply actions
Quantity oh yeah
All you have to do is make sure most of the 10 are young and accumulate more win values than Pujols over the rest of their careers and someone will make an argument that it’s fair!
"That sort of thing only happens to white people."
- Kirby Puckett joking about the fairy-tale nature of his friend, Cal Ripken Jr., homering in his final All-Star Game
by achiappanza on Jun 23, 2010 10:02 PM PDT up reply actions
but they aren’t getting any alignier.
Nice. This made me LOL IRL.
Also, I feel like this will happen, even if they make a big trade:
the Giants shouldn’t think about adding a hitter if they’re just going to keep Bengie Molina in the lineup
Bochy seems completely unwilling to put the best possible lineup on the field (or, more likely, doesn’t understand what the best lineup would look like). Maybe we should be encouraged by the fact that Rowand has been sitting?
Only because Torres forced him out with a weedwhacker. If Rowand were crashing into a few walls or hitting like a shitty Major Leaguer, instead of a shitty AAA player, he might still be playing. Rowand still gets to play center when he and Torres are in, which makes me doubt Bochy’s understanding of defense.
I feel prickishly demanding!
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by giantsfansince1981 on Jun 23, 2010 11:27 AM PDT up reply actions
I really think they should try Rowand in LF/RF when Torres is in the lineup. That is, of course, if Rowand has to play on that certain day.
Ask me about my blog.
If Rowand is going to play with Torres, then definitely. Honestly, my guess is Bochy doesn’t want to piss Rowand off.
I feel prickishly demanding!
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by giantsfansince1981 on Jun 23, 2010 11:29 AM PDT up reply actions
Probably so. ROWAND IS A CENTERFIELDER! or whatever.
The only reason Rowand should be playing is if Torres needs a rest. Even then, I’d prefer Nate in CF, because even he is better than Rowand right now.
this
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Agreed
I don’t think Bochy is very good at handling his player’s personalities. Frew Lewis is young and doesn’t want to bat lead-off? Benched! Aaron Rowand is a veteran but suddenly a terrible hitter who only wants to player center? Let him play center even though he’s not very good at it anymore!
Bochy, you are good at handling the pitchers. Very good in fact. You tell them when they will and won’t pitch and, miraculously, they follow your instructions and don’t get mad about it. There is a lesson in that.
In the end, America will be remembered for three things: the Bill of Rights, jazz, and baseball.
Also, so what if Aaron Rowand gets mad? What’s he going to do? Retire? Yes, please. I mean, seriously, what is the worst case scenario here?
Rowand has been a gold soldier
From what I’ve seen, he understands the deal. For all the “gritty gamer” joking we do here, I don’t doubt that he’s a good teammate and wouldn’t whine about the current situation.
Can’t say I feel Bengie would act the same way if he starts seeing time on the bench.
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by Goofus on Jun 23, 2010 2:25 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Yeah, I agree with that
Rowand seems like a good clubhouse guy
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Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
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Molina would be pissing on cars in the parking lot.
Q: Did you ever make an offer for Vladimir Guerrero?
Sabean: In a word: No. If we had signed Guerrero or [Gary] Sheffield, we would have been without [Long list of replacement level vets]—obviously not being able to field a competitive team, especially from an experience standpoint, given our level of spending.
I like Rowand. I’ve even met him once, and he was charming and sweet and 10 kinds of awesome. He’s also an adult multimillionaire, who does not need to be babied.
Bengie needs to put on his big boy panties and shut it.
big boy panties
lol
WHY IS BENGIE?!
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by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 2:37 PM PDT up reply actions
I got to go on the filed with other season ticket holders for BP the other day
Rowand was standing at the edge of the dugout, pining up a bat or something, when one of the people in our group said “Good luck tonight, Aaron.” He looked up at the guy, made eye contact and said “Hey, thanks a lot man…I appreciate it.” in what appeared to be a very sincere tone.
A lot of players, especially ones mired in a slump like he is, would of just mumbled “thanks” without even looking up or ignored it completely.
Like I said above, I think Rowand is probably a guy who “gets it” and realizes there’s no reason to feel sorry for himself. After all, he’s getting paid a lot of money to play a game (poorly).
Proudly adopted Aubrey Huff. You can't beat that!
Not surprised at all. He seems to be grateful and gracious. My friends got pictures with him, and he thanked us about 100 times.
I guess the point is that if Bochy is thinking that the vets are going to be pissed off or otherwise not behave themselves, he’s just projecting onto them (except in the case of Bengie, who’s a well documented whiner).
This needs greening, IMHO.
I really think Rowand is from the old school in that he is grateful to get paid "to play a kids game" for as long as he has. I hear, read, Gritty Gamer and to me all that venom is directed at the manager and GM.
Threat level that the 2010 Pads finish with more wins than the 2010 Giants is currently at: 39%
Spoiler: Grumpy older Giants fan is Grumpy.
But yet Huff and Burrell are all giddy to be here
I think it’s a fine line between sticking with a player through a slump and giving up on him.
Bochy probably errs on the side of giving a proven vet more of a benefit of the doubt than he should. I suspevct he figures “Once you bench a vet, you’ve lost him for good, whereas a kid can be bounced around and have more chances to prove himself.” I’m not saying I agree, just what I think Bochy might believe. I think there’s some “old school” element that probably doomed Lewis and Frandsen when they so openly griped. Schierholtz and Bowker seem to “get it”; keep your head down, go about your business and your chances will come.
We’ve seen him stick with guys like Aurilia, Castilla and Winn longer than he should have. On the other hand, some guys do come back from long slumps. Durham cmoes to mind as a guy who we all gave up on but had something left in the tank. Huff seems to have gone from terrible to awesome.
There really isn’t anyway of knowing for sure when a guy is finished.
I’m betting we’ve seen the last of Rowand as a regular starter unless he’s pressed back into duty because of an injury to someone else.
Proudly adopted Aubrey Huff. You can't beat that!
If Torres is still in a slump in a week we’ll see Rowand getting more starts, imo.
The Magic is inside all of us.
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Don't forget...
Vrooom is lighting it up in Fresno
Adopted Nut: Paraparaumu, New Zealand native, Andy Skeels
If nothing else
We will get a VROOOM sequel in September. That should be fun.
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 2:34 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah, he’s definitely coming up when the rosters expand.
I get to see him next Friday and Saturday. Want me to give him a big hug for you?
Want me to give him a big hug for you?
This would make me happy in spite of the gnawing jealousy. At least someone would be getting some action. =p
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 2:39 PM PDT up reply actions
So if Vroom feels up kdl, but she says "Oh yes, Lars!", it's all good?
Proudly adopted Aubrey Huff. You can't beat that!
In the absence of all else
Yes, that would work for me…lol
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 2:57 PM PDT up reply actions
I would make it my avatar
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 3:02 PM PDT up reply actions
LOL
We really can’t see where FBAL’s right hand is…or either of yours , for that matter.
Proudly adopted Aubrey Huff. You can't beat that!
Exactly.
Right after that, he seemed to get confused and think someone else was taking a picture of us, so he put his arm around my waist for a second until he realized that he could leave. (LOL not very smart.) Then he kind of hugged me. It was semi-awkward, but I loved it anyway.
So he takes pictures like he plays defense? Turned around and confused.
Kyle Stratford : Brian Sabean :: Toby Flenderson : Michael Scott
Sex with FBAL is like he plays baseball
Awkard, confused, fast and utlimately disappointing despite his temendous tool(s)
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The thing is
It happened
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takes strange routes
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"Quiet you, I'm starting a meme." - Me
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OK, you asked for it, but it seems a little creepy to me
Utter frustration and futility.
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by Johnny Disaster on Jun 23, 2010 3:44 PM PDT up reply actions 3 recs
IRL LOL
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 23, 2010 3:45 PM PDT up reply actions
LOL!
The speech bubble was for kdl, but this is MUCH funnier!
They could be Giants...but not really.
Bwahahahaha!
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 3:54 PM PDT up reply actions
You’re going to the games in Sacramento?
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 23, 2010 3:05 PM PDT up reply actions
Awesome. Have fun!
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 23, 2010 3:09 PM PDT up reply actions
Sweet. Usually, I’m sitting by the Grizz bullpen at the Chuk, but sometimes I wander to an open seat by the dugout, ahah.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 23, 2010 3:11 PM PDT up reply actions
I agree with pretty much everything you say. Still, it’s pretty clear that there’s a double-standard in regards to his treatment of prospects and veterans. Fred and Kevin griped and were promptly traded. Bengie griped and was re-signed and will likely never get benched by Bochy.
In the end, America will be remembered for three things: the Bill of Rights, jazz, and baseball.
I predict Bengie's playing time will have diminshed by the ASB
I’m not sure if he’s going to get benched completely, but I think Buster catching Cain’s BP session and working on throws to 2nd yesterday portends things to come.
It’ll probbaly be something stupic like Posey catches Cain and Zito, Bengie catches Tim and Joey and Whiteside still catch Dirty, but I think now that Renteria is back, Bochy will want Uribe/Renteria/Sandoval/Posey in the lineup which means Posey has to catch.
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4 catchers. LOL.
Q: Did you ever make an offer for Vladimir Guerrero?
Sabean: In a word: No. If we had signed Guerrero or [Gary] Sheffield, we would have been without [Long list of replacement level vets]—obviously not being able to field a competitive team, especially from an experience standpoint, given our level of spending.
And I predict . . .
. . . that Bengie’s playing time will continue till he has 115 starts at catcher, then will end all at once.
Professional baseball analyst since 1980.
Without calling up links and quotes over the years ( including in SD) my impression of Bochey is he full heartedly believes a vet will screw up for less and a kid. And he really ( extremely over) values that sentiment.
The problem is that Hypotheses is never wrong and is a Law of Physics in the Botchy-verse. The other problem is your not likely to benefit to huge positive strides the usually only a young player (say under 30) can make.
Threat level that the 2010 Pads finish with more wins than the 2010 Giants is currently at: 39%
Spoiler: Grumpy older Giants fan is Grumpy.
In no way do I trust the front office to competently trade for talent.
Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller
by Johnny Disaster on Jun 23, 2010 11:09 AM PDT reply actions
bias
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
/trades good prospects for randy winn
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
by sfgiants420 on Jun 23, 2010 11:12 AM PDT up reply actions
The Winn trade was pretty good
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
Foppert never mounted to anything, and Torrealba is pretty useful, but Winn was good for us. It worked out better for us.
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by GrahamCrakalaka on Jun 23, 2010 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions
I liked the first winn trade
I was reffering to the giants this season trading good prospects to the cardinals for winn, it could happen.
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
by sfgiants420 on Jun 23, 2010 11:23 AM PDT up reply actions
Oh ok.
Hensley "Bam Bam" Meulens!
Better than you! Mejor que tú! Beter dan jij! 良い場合も! Mehor than abo!
"The trouble with baseball is that it is not played the year round." - Gaylord Perry
by GrahamCrakalaka on Jun 23, 2010 11:24 AM PDT up reply actions
I think we should avoid trading for players who will fall off a cliff in 3 years. Hire psychics?
by Monkeyking42 on Jun 23, 2010 11:53 AM PDT up reply actions
Randy Winn falling off a cliff = 1.6 WAR
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
THIS
I do not want them “going for it all” under any circumstances. No thank you.
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Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
IAWTC
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 23, 2010 2:34 PM PDT up reply actions
I’m quickly converting to the, fuck it all and go for it side. I’m still not convinced the Padres are any good.
Belted!
by AndYourBirdCanSing on Jun 23, 2010 11:12 AM PDT reply actions
Me too
especially with the year that the top 4 in the rotation are having.
Adopted brother of Jason Jarvis.
you really think the giants would "go for it" in a competent way though?
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The Pads may be a text book team of getting a lot of players this year with well above, what will turn out to be, their carrer mean at the same time the rest of the division is jimmy jacking arrround.
Threat level that the 2010 Pads finish with more wins than the 2010 Giants is currently at: 39%
Spoiler: Grumpy older Giants fan is Grumpy.
In a vacuum
I’d like them to trade whoever they need to get whomever they need to WIN NOW!!! but in reality I want them to stand pat, or risk doing stupid things like LOLGARKO. The Franchez trade looked stupid at the time but in hindsight I am glad it happened. I don’t anticipate good things like that to occur again.
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
+1
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions
Everytime I think of him I always watch this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaJLccqgMJ8
I even tear up a little sometimes.
01.19.2010
r.i.p. buster posey
Wave them home Tim Flannery, wave them home.
I WANT TO HEAR KUIP CALLING PLAYOFF GAMES AGAIN GOD DAMNIT
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Thanks to roger
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/mentions fantasy baseball team
Benito Santiago's homerun ...
Kuip’s call on that one always gets me
by Section B, Row 1 on Jun 23, 2010 3:37 PM PDT up reply actions
THIS
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Thanks to roger
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Yes he was!
Respekt
In the end, America will be remembered for three things: the Bill of Rights, jazz, and baseball.
Sabean won't trade any of the AA prospects
like Crawford, Neal, or Roger I think. They have showed nothing this year. Nobody would want them.
But don’t trade ‘em now, when their trade value is as low as it’s ever going to be. Right now, Thomas Neal is a guy who hasn’t figured out AA. He’s not going to be worth much.
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by Giantsfan4life on Jun 23, 2010 11:55 AM PDT up reply actions
OT: 3D television
Every time I see a commercial promoting 3D TVs, I can’t help but picture a family sitting in the living room all wearing 3D glasses, and it seems very Brave New World/1984 ish.
Wayne Rooney, 1/27/10: Cometh The Hour, Cometh The Man
Green and Gold Till the Club is Sold- LUHG
Unless those glasses fit over the glasses I need to see, 3D television would be pointless.
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 11:20 AM PDT up reply actions
WELL ITS THE FUTURE SO JUST DEAL WITH IT ALREADY
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
Blurry 3D! Now with more realistic blurriness!
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 11:43 AM PDT up reply actions
I cannot see 3d
I do not get the fucking point of it. Maybe if I could see it I guess..
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Thanks to roger
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For real?
Do you have a vision problem in one eye or something?
Proudly adopted Aubrey Huff. You can't beat that!
It all seems very “never going to happen” to me.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 1:47 PM PDT up reply actions
Don’t see the point of watching the news/Oprah/SNL/South Park/the vast goddamn majority of TV programming in 3D. I don’t even like it that much at the movies.
In the end, America will be remembered for three things: the Bill of Rights, jazz, and baseball.
I don’t like the couple extra bucks to see a 3D movie. Of course, I’m the guy that goes to the first show to get the $5 “deal”.
The Magic is inside all of us.
Proud father of the man taking your hard-earned money.
Carl Crawford!
Hensley "Bam Bam" Meulens!
Better than you! Mejor que tú! Beter dan jij! 良い場合も! Mehor than abo!
"The trouble with baseball is that it is not played the year round." - Gaylord Perry
by GrahamCrakalaka on Jun 23, 2010 11:18 AM PDT reply actions
I’ll bet they end up trading a low level prospect for a marginal bullpen upgrade.
GROUGTHINK ALERT
The first Chester Arthur fanboy ever.
I think we should trade for all the guys that I’m shocked haven’t been Giants yet…
My list:
Miguel Tejada
Garret Anderson
Jermaine Dye (sign him, I guess)
Melvin Mora
Ask me about my blog.
/Giants offer to trade Bumgarner to Dye’s agent for Dye.
I feel prickishly demanding!
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by giantsfansince1981 on Jun 23, 2010 11:28 AM PDT up reply actions
/Dye's agent realizes Madison isn't black, refuses
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
Garrett Atkins
Obviously any links in the above post are probably NSFW
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Pods!
well, he’s actually having a good year.
Obviously any links in the above post are probably NSFW
The baseball gods do not always punish the wicked but they will not just allow people to spit in their faces -- Joe Posnanski
I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
POKEMONZ AGREEZ
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I think he could probably play 1B
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
Yikes
Just looked up his stats this year. What happened? He’s always been good for an .800 OPS
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
LOL OLD
(Unless you happen to be owlcroft who for some reason believes that players never get old)
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 11:37 AM PDT up reply actions
yay
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Thanks to roger
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Eh
I wasn’t really paying attention to what he was saying, but the basic jist seemed to be that old players don’t just fall off cliffs season to season, it’s usually a slow decline.
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
My main problem with it is he throws out seasons where an old player is injured; as if age has nothing to do with that.
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 11:40 AM PDT up reply actions
fair enough
I think he was basically just reciting the part of moneyball with david justice
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
To be fair, Lowell HAS been declining for some time now. A big reason it didn’t really show in his stats last year was that he managed a BABIP almost 15 points higher than his career average.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 11:56 AM PDT up reply actions
Mike LOL
Obviously any links in the above post are probably NSFW
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Yeah he has. He’s made public statements that he’s done with baseball.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 12:05 PM PDT up reply actions
Well, he said them while I wasn’t paying attention to baseball, so they don’t count!
But…ok.
They could be Giants...but not really.
Wasn't it a "Since no one wants me, I'm going to quit playing" type of thing
I thought he was kind of lobbying for the Giants to pick him up
Proudly adopted Aubrey Huff. You can't beat that!
It was that way at first, but he’s said pretty strongly since then that he doesn’t want to play anymore.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 12:13 PM PDT up reply actions
I think so.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 12:16 PM PDT up reply actions
How much money would you have to dump with Rowand?
He has ~$30M left on his contract – reasonable to believe the Giants need to take on at least $21M to move him?
Jonathan Sanchez. He's left-handed, like Barry Zito. His fastball breaks 80, unlike Zito.
This
What team would have use for him even if he was free?
Proudly adopted Aubrey Huff. You can't beat that!
It's Net Operating Loss Inside
"I treat Timmy differently from most pitchers: I leave him alone."- Giants pitching coach Dave Righetti
"What do I want you to do? What are you doing in the National League?"- John McGraw
"117 elements, and still no Stanfurdium"- carp (paraphrased)
by natteringnabob on Jun 23, 2010 12:05 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
doesn't he have a no trade clause?
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
According to Cot’s:
full no-trade clause in 2008, limited no-trade clause in 2009-12
Doesn’t say what the limited clause looks like.
It's probably like there are 10-15 teams that he can say he doesn't want to be traded to
or something like that
Aaron King is still my homeboy... iffy mechanics and all
McFAQ for all you newcomers out there.
Hmmm
If we can get him for cheap, I wouldn’t really freak out about that, assuming it squeezes out Molina.
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
Molina will never be squeezed out. He’s breaking out his slump any day now!
/passed ball
Ask me about my blog.
he did get those 2 hits yesterday
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
That's the essential problem
I can’t conceive of upgrading this offense while Molina is still in it.
I think someone needs to go to a game with a sign that says
BUSTER POSEY:
CATCHER
STARTING
NOW
I don’t think CSN is capable of resisting showing a sign with their letters on it.
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I brought this last year
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
GREAT, THE FRONT OFFICE!
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
Get The Fat One
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
I think that’s where they keep the terrorists.
Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller
by Johnny Disaster on Jun 23, 2010 11:36 AM PDT up reply actions
Make the is choice!
Utter frustration and futility.
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by Johnny Disaster on Jun 23, 2010 12:21 PM PDT up reply actions
gamer, be sure not to smile…ever
well, it was really gary thomasson--the great, giant, fan
Language of the McCoven--TWSS!, Meh!, STFD!, Bork!, Fail!, STFD! STFD!
mccoven diversity: Romosexuals, Velezbians, Nerb's--they're all here...
by greatgiantfan on Jun 23, 2010 12:23 PM PDT up reply actions
CHOOSE YOUR OWN!
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I thought it was
“Posey The Choice or GTFO Is Yours”
Why couldn't McCovey have hit the ball just three feet higher?
lol. For laughs check out Branyans baseball reference page
Specifically the jerseys hes worn
Its funny because fuck the dodgers
Trade for deion sanders
I’m sure the NFL network would let us have him for 75K, our own fred lewis!
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
I would love for the Giants to somehow trade Molina...
Veteran Catcher!
good idea two years ago
now I can scarcely believe the other 29 teams who chose to ignore him in the offseason would bother trading for him when the Chad Moellers of the world can be had for nothing.
"I treat Timmy differently from most pitchers: I leave him alone."- Giants pitching coach Dave Righetti
"What do I want you to do? What are you doing in the National League?"- John McGraw
"117 elements, and still no Stanfurdium"- carp (paraphrased)
by natteringnabob on Jun 23, 2010 12:10 PM PDT up reply actions
OT: Wimbledon
What the fuck is this match. Been watching for an hour and a half now.
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I'll watch tennis
When women tennis players play naked.
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 11:41 AM PDT up reply actions
I mean, like
This set is at 47-48. Most go like 7-5, so this set has been roughly 8 times longer than a normal game, which would roughly be equivalent to an 72 inning baseball game.
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
That time may not be far off
Last time I flipped past the Woman’s tennis channel, I swear Venus Williams was wearing some black lace lingerie outfit.
Whatever Sabean thinks about the IQ of the average baseball fan, you just proved him right.
by cybermaldonado on Jun 23, 2010 12:08 PM PDT up reply actions
could be bad naked, though
well, it was really gary thomasson--the great, giant, fan
Language of the McCoven--TWSS!, Meh!, STFD!, Bork!, Fail!, STFD! STFD!
mccoven diversity: Romosexuals, Velezbians, Nerb's--they're all here...
by greatgiantfan on Jun 23, 2010 12:24 PM PDT up reply actions
Don't have to be naked
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2jxKkn7pFg
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split up over 2 days, yeah
I’m rooting for Mahut
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
Still watching
how are these guys not collapsing
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I wish I didn't have work to do
54-freaking-54. This has to be the most games played in a set ever.
by a long shot
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They should just flip a coin at this point.
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 12:43 PM PDT up reply actions
"There have been no toilet breaks in this match, not one."
So the official Wimbledon blog reports.
@#$%! A.
at 58 - 58
when do they call this set for darkness?
They said in around 15-20 minutes, most likely. McEnroe is saying when it’s 65-65, haha.
"I think I realized after the second or third punch, I should have taken his helmet off sooner." - Ryane Clowe
Proud member of the "Re-Sign Marleau" Club
Fools and Sages
Wait. I don’t know what the score is anymore. An ESPN broadcast I’m watching from the their website just said 59-58.
Isner isn’t actually moving anymore.
by non sequitur on Jun 23, 2010 1:02 PM PDT up reply actions
He’s playing like I would be at the beginning of a match. Which is slow.
"I think I realized after the second or third punch, I should have taken his helmet off sooner." - Ryane Clowe
Proud member of the "Re-Sign Marleau" Club
Fools and Sages
Just called at 59 all
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
Just suspended the match
59-59, will be resumed tomorrow.
"I think I realized after the second or third punch, I should have taken his helmet off sooner." - Ryane Clowe
Proud member of the "Re-Sign Marleau" Club
Fools and Sages
27 matches has started and finished after the start of the 5th set :o
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
The Yahoo! blogger covering this match claims this fifth set alone is the longest match in history.
by non sequitur on Jun 23, 2010 1:14 PM PDT up reply actions
So have the ESPN commentators.
"I think I realized after the second or third punch, I should have taken his helmet off sooner." - Ryane Clowe
Proud member of the "Re-Sign Marleau" Club
Fools and Sages
5th set: 7hr6min
Second-longest match of all time: 6hr33min
In the end, America will be remembered for three things: the Bill of Rights, jazz, and baseball.
that is fucking ridiculous
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I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
That's nothing
Wake me up if it gets suspended tomorrow
Wayne Rooney, 1/27/10: Cometh The Hour, Cometh The Man
Green and Gold Till the Club is Sold- LUHG
by Useful_Idiot on Jun 23, 2010 3:41 PM PDT up reply actions
Im scared of trading for old players because they will suck and keep playing. Im scared of trading for young player because they will go 0 for 8 and never play again.
Bork
god, fuck this team
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I just want credit for being ahead of the curve...
Wilson is clearly not expendable now, but I am happy to have some company in wanting to have this guy.
Adopted Nut: Paraparaumu, New Zealand native, Andy Skeels
While I am in the mode of shoving sunshine up my own ass...
There’s this…
Adopted Nut: Paraparaumu, New Zealand native, Andy Skeels
lol me getting into an argument with hokysmokesbw
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
I'd like someone to tell me why pence would be so much better than nate
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Pence career wRC+ – 116
Nate career wRC+ – 90
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
I'm sorry
I don’t know what wrc+ is. I’m not 100% up to date on stats. I do accept that Pence is better but I’m just not sure Bochy would understand that.
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weighted runs created?
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 2:07 PM PDT up reply actions
scaled to league average and playing time
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
wRC+ : wOBA :: OPS+ : OPS
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
I actually don't totally understand wOBA either
but that makes it a little clearer at least
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saberlibrary.com is your friend
http://saberlibrary.com/offense/woba/
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gracias
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I've never been happier to have Crabs
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LOL betancourt
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If it brings back an impact player, I’d trade anyone but Posey (obviously) and Belt. I know, I know… small sample size, A-ball track record, etc. etc. But dammit, I’ve grown attached!
Idolizing Robb Nen since 2002...
by Smoke on the Water on Jun 23, 2010 11:53 AM PDT reply actions
Have you ever considered suspenders?
Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller
by Johnny Disaster on Jun 23, 2010 11:54 AM PDT up reply actions
so very unfashionable. The Belt is where it’s at, my man.
Idolizing Robb Nen since 2002...
by Smoke on the Water on Jun 23, 2010 12:05 PM PDT up reply actions
BOOTS AND BRACES!
Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller
by Johnny Disaster on Jun 23, 2010 12:19 PM PDT up reply actions
Dude, suspenders are back.
I feel prickishly demanding!
I couldn't be prouder of my recent adoptee - Tim Lincecum's dealer. He provides the secret fuel behind both Cy Youngs. Also, he taught Timmy the change-up.
by giantsfansince1981 on Jun 23, 2010 12:42 PM PDT up reply actions
Sure they are, Mork
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 12:42 PM PDT up reply actions
don't know, don't care cuz I wouldn't do it anyway
Idolizing Robb Nen since 2002...
by Smoke on the Water on Jun 23, 2010 11:59 AM PDT up reply actions
PTBNL
Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!
by say hey nation on Jun 23, 2010 12:06 PM PDT up reply actions
this
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Hey Billy! World Cup!
Quick, while he’s distracted! Brock Bond! Low OBP! Bond for Trevor Cahill, make it happen Sabes.
Fulfilling your Gus Benusa needs since 2009!
by Giantsfan4life on Jun 23, 2010 11:59 AM PDT reply actions
I meant high OBP
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by Giantsfan4life on Jun 23, 2010 11:59 AM PDT reply actions
A Sidney Ponson type would be great
But, I really think they should go all out and try to land another Damian Moss.
I, for one, sleep very soundly knowing that Sabean will make the right decisions -as always.
Whatever Sabean thinks about the IQ of the average baseball fan, you just proved him right.
by cybermaldonado on Jun 23, 2010 12:06 PM PDT reply actions
Pujols-type hitter.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 12:07 PM PDT up reply actions
I think they need to look for a Shea Hillenbrand type.
"I never think I’m a good player or a bad player. This is what I’m thinking: I can play. And I want to play." - Juan Uribe
by EliminateMe on Jun 23, 2010 12:10 PM PDT up reply actions
Guys I want
Zach Duke/Paul Maholm/Jeremy Guthrie
Octavio Dotel or Bobby Jenks (he’s still good, right?)
Stephen Drew
Luke Scott
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
Octavio Dotel or Bobby Jenks (he’s still good, right?)
I’d rather have Evan Meek or Matt Thornton.
They could be Giants...but not really.
not going to happen
Littlefield is not in charge anymore.
I think a decent LHP reliever would be nice – but Thronton would be too expensive, especially with the idiocy of the Affeldt contract. Someone like Will Ohman from the Orioles (although difference between him and Runzler isn’t huge)
Jonathan Sanchez. He's left-handed, like Barry Zito. His fastball breaks 80, unlike Zito.
I wouldn't mind Ohman
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
Meek would be a really good pick up
Though, I don’t think the Pirates would give him up. Thornton would be good as well
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
Meek might be easier to get than Thornton. Thornton is the official setup guy in Chicago and had closed a few games when Ozzie essentially put Jenks on notice. Meanwhile, I think Hanrahan is ahead of Meek in the Bucs’ bullpen, so he’s like their 7th inning guy.
They could be Giants...but not really.
Yeah, but Meek is part of Pittsburgh's future
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
Yeah. Meek shall totally inherit.
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
I think Dotel is more likely to be traded than Meek, to be honest. But then I also think Jenks is likely to be traded – wasn’t there something about PhiLOLies being interested in him?
They could be Giants...but not really.
Yeah, apparently the Sox considered non-tendering Jenks last offseason
So, the Sox have (reportedly) been looking to move him for a while
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
yeah, what the fuck?
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Jenks should be acquired just for the moob factor
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 12:14 PM PDT up reply actions
Must be cold.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 12:14 PM PDT up reply actions
!
Utter frustration and futility.
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by Johnny Disaster on Jun 23, 2010 1:05 PM PDT up reply actions 8 recs
That is nightmare fuel.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 23, 2010 1:06 PM PDT up reply actions
The best comedy makes you a little uncomfortable
I am rec’ing this.
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
Wow
In the end, America will be remembered for three things: the Bill of Rights, jazz, and baseball.
Best. Photoshop. Ever
Wayne Rooney, 1/27/10: Cometh The Hour, Cometh The Man
Green and Gold Till the Club is Sold- LUHG
by Useful_Idiot on Jun 23, 2010 3:43 PM PDT up reply actions
I am probably the only one here..
But I love Mark Reynolds. If you are going to have hackers – may as well get the king.
Whatever Sabean thinks about the IQ of the average baseball fan, you just proved him right.
by cybermaldonado on Jun 23, 2010 12:11 PM PDT reply actions
I thought they said
they’re only keeping Upton and (for some reason) Kennedy. But everyone else is available-though I imagine it would cost MadBum to get Reynolds
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Grab Some Pine, Meat
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John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
Haren + Reynolds...
for whatever people upthread wanted to give up for Oswalt + Berkman/Pence?
by Every6thDay on Jun 23, 2010 12:28 PM PDT up reply actions
I'd like to see Stephen Drew come over with those other 2
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Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
In a second.
I feel prickishly demanding!
I couldn't be prouder of my recent adoptee - Tim Lincecum's dealer. He provides the secret fuel behind both Cy Youngs. Also, he taught Timmy the change-up.
by giantsfansince1981 on Jun 23, 2010 12:43 PM PDT up reply actions
Yes
But those two have much more value than the other two.
Haren and Reynolds have very friendly contracts. It would take much more than Bumgarner and Neal.
Rooting for Jose Casilla to take his K- and GB-inducing skills to the majors and join his brother.
The Kids: Lewis, Posey, Sandoval, Bowker, Schierholtz, Frandsen, Ishikawa, Amezaga... CHONE WAR projection= 12.7
Current Team: Rowand, Sanchez, DeRosa, Sandoval, Huff, Molina, Renteria, Schierholtz... CHONE WAR projection= 12.6
um fuck and yes
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Dbags unlikely to make that trade within the division
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yeah :/
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I’m sure if the Giants were going to take all that money off their hands, they’d at least consider it beyond “nope, they’re within the division.”
I can’t say they would not, but can name one big trade to have happened between to NL West teams in the past few years?
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They want to keep kennedy
because otherwise they look like dumb fucking shits for trading Scherzer for nothing.
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After Upton, he’s easily their most valuable offensive player (in terms of trade value).
by Every6thDay on Jun 23, 2010 12:25 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm all about the weenies
Shore up the bullpen, don’t trade any top prospects, and see if the current group can mustard up enough offense.
Mustard. Weenies. Get it?
The Magic is inside all of us.
Proud father of the man taking your hard-earned money.
You’re pudding me on, right?
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 12:28 PM PDT up reply actions
I’m sorry, I’m really trying to ketchup here.
by The Double Deuce on Jun 23, 2010 12:44 PM PDT up reply actions
They toast my buns.
Utter frustration and futility.
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by Johnny Disaster on Jun 23, 2010 12:51 PM PDT up reply actions
but it’s sandwiched between game day threads
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
Alright, now this is just getting cheesy.
by The Double Deuce on Jun 23, 2010 12:57 PM PDT up reply actions
yeah anything beyond this point is just gravy
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
We might need to re-orange this sub thread
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
Are you cumin over or what?
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 1:29 PM PDT up reply actions
This discusion is fit for some sage in put.
Threat level that the 2010 Pads finish with more wins than the 2010 Giants is currently at: 39%
Spoiler: Grumpy older Giants fan is Grumpy.
/looks for spelling pun.
/flees.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 1:36 PM PDT up reply actions
Donut run so fast, you might trip
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
I think he is just cashing out.
Threat level that the 2010 Pads finish with more wins than the 2010 Giants is currently at: 39%
Spoiler: Grumpy older Giants fan is Grumpy.
And I thought everything was just peachy.
In the end, America will be remembered for three things: the Bill of Rights, jazz, and baseball.
he’s going bananas
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
Mike Lamb
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
I wonder if Peter Coyote could play baseball.
by The Double Deuce on Jun 23, 2010 12:47 PM PDT up reply actions
http://www.lookoutlanding.com/2010/3/27/1393511/professional-baseball-players
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
Brian Bass
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
Catfish Hunter
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
Brian Bocock
TEMPORARY SIG AWAITING FINAL SABEAN APOCALYPSE
-------
PARPG- Indy post-apocalyptic roleplaying game in development
Goose Gossage
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The baseball gods do not always punish the wicked but they will not just allow people to spit in their faces -- Joe Posnanski
I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
Bird Fidrych
In the end, America will be remembered for three things: the Bill of Rights, jazz, and baseball.
Mike Trout
But you can skip the Carp
Aaron King is still my homeboy... iffy mechanics and all
McFAQ for all you newcomers out there.
Hunter Pence hitting 25 HR’s in Houston = 15 HR’s in S.F.
Meaning, he turns into the next Aaron Rowand with better defense.
I’m cool with the lineup now, unless they get Fielder, who I hate, but he hits well, so it really doesn’t matter what I think of the guy.
My lineup:
Torres
Sanchez
Fielder
Huff
Burrell
Sandoval
Posey
Uribe
- then I swap out Uribe with Burrell when Burrell goes on a 2 month hitless drought.
I think you are underselling how far he hits his HR
Average true distance, 405 ft in 2010. Last year, 402.
He does not have a lot of cheapies.
"Being a McCoven is like being a member of the Green party. It’s powerlessness is part of the appeal." - oldjacket
"Quiet you, I'm starting a meme." - Me
Proud papa to: Bill Schlough, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, aka the IT guy.
I'd be happy if they just get rid of Rowand and Molina
Torres — CF
Sanchez — 2B
Huff — 1B
Uribe — SS
Sandoval — 3B
Burrell - LF C
Posey -
Schierz — RF
Doing more with less!
But my fear: An Uribe and Huff regression in the second half. This is what makes me want to get a middle of the order bat in LF and put Burrell on the bench.
I am the adopted son of Willie...Willie McCovey.
OT: I feel bad for the A's and how poorly they are doing
But it is hard to feel TOO bad since they talk so much shit about the Giants. Does anyone have any real answers as to why A’s fans talk so much shit about the Giants, while Giants fans for the most part are fine with the A’s? Is it a jealousy thing? I just don’t get it.
YOU EAT YOUR DAMN EGGROLL
all the media coverage is about the Giants. They feel obligated to shit talk the Giants to balance out the rainbows and sun shines from KNBR, CSNBA, etc.
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
KNBR seems to be a factor. I don’t know why anyone would listen to KNBR though.
The Giants don’t fare well against pitchers.
I hate sports radio. Yet, I do listen to it sometimes.
I think I hate sports radio terminology the most….GOOD TAKE CALLER!
Ask me about my blog.
I hate any kind of broadcast where people spend time talking over each other. If I wanted to listen to that, I would have stayed married.
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 1:01 PM PDT up reply actions
I haven’t! Suck it, Cookyman!
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 1:36 PM PDT up reply actions
Me too.
But holy hell some people who call in are stupid.
Honorary parent of Duane Kuiper, beloved broadcaster and power hitting coach for the Giants.
by Giant Voodoo on Jun 23, 2010 1:23 PM PDT up reply actions
Some?
If by some you mean, 99%.
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
Not necessarily
Uninformed? yes. I’m not sure if 99% are stupid.
Maybe 50%. The other 49% are uninformed. Nobody told them that RBI is a meaningless stat, that clutch hitting doesn’t exist, and not making outs is more important than getting hits.
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
here's a tip
NPR
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Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
I think the Sports Talk format can be entertaining when done right, but can also be absolutely TERRIBLE when done wrong. The floor is lower than the ceiling is high, if you catch my drift. And, IMO, it is RARELY done well. If KNBR were to pair Brian Murphy with Tolbert, I think I’d listen to that a lot. And maybe Fitz and Brooks will be good when the Warriors are sold so Fitz can stop sucking up to Cohan/Riley/Nelly. That’s about it, though. And Ralph and Damon are absolutely insufferable.
Idolizing Robb Nen since 2002...
by Smoke on the Water on Jun 23, 2010 1:55 PM PDT up reply actions
I wouldn’t listen to Murph. I got sick of him recently, and I can’t take it anymore.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 1:56 PM PDT up reply actions
well, to be fair, I haven’t heard him recently myself. I do wish he could be a little less congenial all the time and say what he thinks more often, but I think part of that is the morning show format. It’s harder to do good thought provoking/edgy shows in the morning because you’re basically dealing with people on their way to work who don’t want to deal with doing too much thinking. That’s why in the morning it’s like “and here’s how the Giants did last night…” while on the afternoon drivetime shows it can be more about “Bochy’s a moron” or “Player X Sucks” or “They NEED to trade Cain 4 Fielder!!!” because the audience is much more receptive at that point.
Idolizing Robb Nen since 2002...
by Smoke on the Water on Jun 23, 2010 2:00 PM PDT up reply actions
I’m in this line. Mac has always annoyed me, but I’ve just grown tired of Murph recently as well.
They could be Giants...but not really.
Mac at least is the second string on the show, so you don’t get too much of him. Murph simply doesn’t know anything about sports (other than golf), has a lot of annoying vocal ticks, is not an entertaining interviewer, and his on-air fapping over the new intern makes me queasy.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 2:03 PM PDT up reply actions
Mac is a little too much of a brown noser for me and knows even less about sports than Murph. His and Murph’s repartee is a little too perky for me, so I usually only tune in for the Kruk and Kuip segments at 7:30.
I haven’t heard about the intern, but my recent Murph turnoffs include:
- His interviews with any of the Giants from the South (“Oh, so do you hunt, fish or raise your own animals? Because I’m a preppy, wine-sipping dude who went to UCLA and I don’t know anything about that redneck shit”)
- His man-love for Timmy. Now Tim is my second favorite Giant, but it gets boring when the discussion invariably turns to him and Murph starts drooling. There are other Giants on the active roster that deserve some air-time discussion too.
They could be Giants...but not really.
The intern thing probably isn’t as frequent as I make it seem, but he fapped out on her a few times and it really grossed me out. He also faps out on in-studio female guests, so long as they aren’t his peers (which, admittedly, is a rare enough occurrence on its own).
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 2:36 PM PDT up reply actions
Ugh. FP is the worst at that though, which is why I don’t listen to his show, either.
They could be Giants...but not really.
Yeah, I love Murph & Mac (as well as Dan Dibley and PCon). I can even deal with Gary Radnich (he follows me on Twitter, which I find hilarious). And, everyone knows I have a soft spot for Urban.
But, FP makes me want to vomit most of the time.
Yeah I would not know
I stopped listening after about a week, and I really did not like Damon Bruce, but somehow managed to listen to him.
Adopted Nut: Paraparaumu, New Zealand native, Andy Skeels
I always get Dibs and PCon confused. Is Dibs the one with Gary and PCon with Urbs? To me, their voices sound the same. :\
I think I like Urban more than most folks here. Radnich and Ralph Barbieri are no-go’s for me although I did meet Gary at a party once and he helped me out of an awkward situation. Still can’t stand his show, though.
They could be Giants...but not really.
Both PCon and Dibs are with Murph & Mac and on part of Gary’s show (until Ray Woodson gets there). PCon works with Urban on the weekend pre-game show, too, and is awesome on several levels.
Nice story about Gary. He’s annoying, but can be self deprecating which I like.
Dibs and PCon do sound similar
I get them mixed up too. I think PCon’s voice is a little more “gravelly”.
Why couldn't McCovey have hit the ball just three feet higher?
I got your “fine with the A’s” thing right here.
/grabs crotch
The Magic is inside all of us.
Proud father of the man taking your hard-earned money.
jealousy I think
I was at the A’s game last night wearing my Giants hat and I was booed everywhere I went even thoguh I was rooting for the A’s
I think they’re frustrated with the crappy offense watching the A’s offense brought back memories of the Giants offense of a few years ago, not pretty
by 49erEmpire on Jun 23, 2010 1:44 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions
LOSING IMPORTANT MATCHES DOWN THE STRETCH, SERBS!
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 12:58 PM PDT reply actions
If things stay like this it’s Ghana.
Jeaaaggaahh
by Soulbrother16 on Jun 23, 2010 12:59 PM PDT up reply actions
Unless Australia keeps scoring like this.
Jeaaaggaahh
by Soulbrother16 on Jun 23, 2010 1:00 PM PDT up reply actions
I think they're Ghana advance
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Wrong reply string nerb
Wtf do you even cal these things?
Jeaaaggaahh
by Soulbrother16 on Jun 23, 2010 1:04 PM PDT up reply actions
Johan Santana allegedly jizzed on someones leg
http://www.tmz.com/2010/06/23/new-york-mets-johan-santana-pitcher-sexual-battery-florida-rape/
Ask me about my blog.
What the actual fuck?
For real?
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 1:04 PM PDT up reply actions
/facepalm
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 23, 2010 1:04 PM PDT up reply actions
Uhh?
The accuser claims she “cleaned her thigh with her underwear” — and then returned to a tennis court with Santana, and actually watched him play tennis with someone else.
Jeaaaggaahh
by Soulbrother16 on Jun 23, 2010 1:12 PM PDT up reply actions
I’ll need to see the JizzFX on that one.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 1:33 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
But seriously, pretty disgusting story.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 1:34 PM PDT up reply actions
My friend’s dog peed on another friend’s leg at a barbecue Monday afternoon. It was pretty awesome.
I feel prickishly demanding!
I couldn't be prouder of my recent adoptee - Tim Lincecum's dealer. He provides the secret fuel behind both Cy Youngs. Also, he taught Timmy the change-up.
by giantsfansince1981 on Jun 23, 2010 1:43 PM PDT up reply actions
Huh, I read jizzed as pissed. Ah well.
I feel prickishly demanding!
I couldn't be prouder of my recent adoptee - Tim Lincecum's dealer. He provides the secret fuel behind both Cy Youngs. Also, he taught Timmy the change-up.
by giantsfansince1981 on Jun 23, 2010 1:44 PM PDT up reply actions
That would have made the sexual harassment aspect somewhat more interesting.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 1:45 PM PDT up reply actions
By which I mean sexual assault.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 1:45 PM PDT up reply actions
FWIW
MLBTR live chat put Giants on a short list for best draft today.
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
They reliable commenters?
Rooting for Jose Casilla to take his K- and GB-inducing skills to the majors and join his brother.
The Kids: Lewis, Posey, Sandoval, Bowker, Schierholtz, Frandsen, Ishikawa, Amezaga... CHONE WAR projection= 12.7
Current Team: Rowand, Sanchez, DeRosa, Sandoval, Huff, Molina, Renteria, Schierholtz... CHONE WAR projection= 12.6
Tim Dierkes
Seen as a relatively intelligent baseball observer, I believe.
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I think that was a typo
He had the Yankees on there as well, and almost no one things they had a good draft.
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
Oh, and another gem from the MLBTR chat
[Comment From Mark DeRosaMark DeRosa: ]
was I the biggest free agent bust from last offseason
Wednesday June 23, 2010 3:59 Mark DeRosa
3:59 Yeah, given your injury and production so far, I think so. Figgins hasn’t looked good, but at least he’s playing.
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
Let me introduce you the B.M’s second Giants contract.
Yes, bio hazard gear is recommended. And try to breathe through your mouth. It helps in this case.
Threat level that the 2010 Pads finish with more wins than the 2010 Giants is currently at: 39%
Spoiler: Grumpy older Giants fan is Grumpy.
Yeah those signings were awful (DeRosa & Molina)
although DR’s was probably worse, because I sorta expected something good from him. I expected nothing from Molina.
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
/ nods
I guess I have view DeRossa as sunk cost and even now HIEAD & Sabs have to as well. to he is no longer cock blocking something better. B.M. on theother hand… The bill just keeps getting bigger.
Threat level that the 2010 Pads finish with more wins than the 2010 Giants is currently at: 39%
Spoiler: Grumpy older Giants fan is Grumpy.
Yeah, I have no idea what value Molina brings to the team
His offense sucks, his defense sucks-and if Posey is really that green at game calling then let Whiteside/Bork call the game from the bench
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
OT: Royals sign Christian Colon
http://twitter.com/ESPN_MLBDRAFT/status/16869789384
Hopefully he’ll convince Gary Brown to sign.
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
I guess. I don’t love Gary Brown, and it’d be cool to have two picks next year.
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
Yeah, I guess
although I hate dealing with unprotected picks, but yeah, IMO Brown was a 2nd round talent.
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
I greatly prefer the devil that I know, and this devil isn’t the worst looking gal at this party.
Taller than Pearl du Monville.
by gallo del cielo on Jun 23, 2010 1:29 PM PDT reply actions
FUCK YOU ALGERIA, SLOVENIA, AND ESPECIALLY YOU, YOU DOUCHEFACE REF
FUCK YEAH AMERICUH!
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Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
They all got owned in the end
It was brilliant.
Rooting for Jose Casilla to take his K- and GB-inducing skills to the majors and join his brother.
The Kids: Lewis, Posey, Sandoval, Bowker, Schierholtz, Frandsen, Ishikawa, Amezaga... CHONE WAR projection= 12.7
Current Team: Rowand, Sanchez, DeRosa, Sandoval, Huff, Molina, Renteria, Schierholtz... CHONE WAR projection= 12.6
I could almost marry landon donovan for that
really sucks I had to miss it, but how awesome?! In the 91st minute!!!!
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Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
It was nirvana.
Especially after all of the missed opportunities preceding that goal.
Rooting for Jose Casilla to take his K- and GB-inducing skills to the majors and join his brother.
The Kids: Lewis, Posey, Sandoval, Bowker, Schierholtz, Frandsen, Ishikawa, Amezaga... CHONE WAR projection= 12.7
Current Team: Rowand, Sanchez, DeRosa, Sandoval, Huff, Molina, Renteria, Schierholtz... CHONE WAR projection= 12.6
It was nirvana
Frances Farmer Landon Donovan will have his revenge on Seattle South Africa
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
Yes, please.
Man on a mission!
Rooting for Jose Casilla to take his K- and GB-inducing skills to the majors and join his brother.
The Kids: Lewis, Posey, Sandoval, Bowker, Schierholtz, Frandsen, Ishikawa, Amezaga... CHONE WAR projection= 12.7
Current Team: Rowand, Sanchez, DeRosa, Sandoval, Huff, Molina, Renteria, Schierholtz... CHONE WAR projection= 12.6
/phantom handball when ball collides with Findley’s face.
/phantom foul on winning goal in 2-2 tie.
/phantom offside on first goal during 0-0 tie.
/no call on elbow to Dempsey’s face.
/no call on elbow to Dempsey’s face.
/phantom handball when ball collides with Beasley’s foot.
/LANDON FUCKING DONOVAN
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 1:46 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
WHAT JOO GHANA DO
WHEN THE DONOVANIA RUNS WILD ON YOU
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
I just elbowed Clint Dempsey in the face because I’m pretty sure that’s the point of soccer.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 1:49 PM PDT up reply actions
That and hugging the opponents at inopportune times to express my love.
Rooting for Jose Casilla to take his K- and GB-inducing skills to the majors and join his brother.
The Kids: Lewis, Posey, Sandoval, Bowker, Schierholtz, Frandsen, Ishikawa, Amezaga... CHONE WAR projection= 12.7
Current Team: Rowand, Sanchez, DeRosa, Sandoval, Huff, Molina, Renteria, Schierholtz... CHONE WAR projection= 12.6
and exchanging sweaty uniforms
There's so and so in the bullpen gettin greased up. -Mike Krukow
Giants baseball, torture!!!!!!-Mike Krukow
by Gogiantsandcal on Jun 23, 2010 2:39 PM PDT up reply actions
Preferably during game-changing free kicks into the box.
Rooting for Jose Casilla to take his K- and GB-inducing skills to the majors and join his brother.
The Kids: Lewis, Posey, Sandoval, Bowker, Schierholtz, Frandsen, Ishikawa, Amezaga... CHONE WAR projection= 12.7
Current Team: Rowand, Sanchez, DeRosa, Sandoval, Huff, Molina, Renteria, Schierholtz... CHONE WAR projection= 12.6
Rec'd
Dempsey got elbowed in the face twice? I only saw the bloody one.
Rooting for Jose Casilla to take his K- and GB-inducing skills to the majors and join his brother.
The Kids: Lewis, Posey, Sandoval, Bowker, Schierholtz, Frandsen, Ishikawa, Amezaga... CHONE WAR projection= 12.7
Current Team: Rowand, Sanchez, DeRosa, Sandoval, Huff, Molina, Renteria, Schierholtz... CHONE WAR projection= 12.6
Yup. Twice. Uncalled both times. The second time was when he started bleeding. He was getting his shit fucked up out there. Two face elbows. One dude stepped on his ankle. By the end of the game, he looked like an apocalypse survivor. His face was bloody and bruised. His eyes were sunken. He was grimacing in pain. It was intense.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 1:50 PM PDT up reply actions
the US has a total uphill battle
pretty obvious the refs do not want to see an american team do well in a soccer tournament.
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Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
I couldn't help but think during the world cup
What if Barry Sanders played soccer?
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
it would be awesome
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Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
I was thinking of messi as well
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Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
He's got more of the Maradona build though.
Messi is still pretty slight of frame. That dude couldn’t weigh more than 175, and I think even that is generous.
Q: Did you ever make an offer for Vladimir Guerrero?
Sabean: In a word: No. If we had signed Guerrero or [Gary] Sheffield, we would have been without [Long list of replacement level vets]—obviously not being able to field a competitive team, especially from an experience standpoint, given our level of spending.
It’s pretty obvious that David Stern hates the Boston Celtics Team USA.
The Magic is inside all of us.
Proud father of the man taking your hard-earned money.
well
cmon. It’s pretty easy to believe that the US would be disrespected in this tournament.
Extremely proud adoptive parent of Paul E. Stanley, hacker extraordinaire. Rescuing moribund Giants lineups since 2008
Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
LOLFIFA!
In the end, America will be remembered for three things: the Bill of Rights, jazz, and baseball.
USA USA USA USA!!
SUCK IT ENGLAND, you pansy ass team
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
THIS
Also known to haunt as theghostoftravisdenker and theaccidentalghostofsergioromo.
Adopted parent of good old Wendell, he tries so hard. You'll get a hit someday son!
by theghostofjasonellison on Jun 23, 2010 3:25 PM PDT up reply actions
I was pissed they advanced, but it looks like Rooney might be injured
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Adopted parent of good old Wendell, he tries so hard. You'll get a hit someday son!
by theghostofjasonellison on Jun 23, 2010 3:26 PM PDT up reply actions
No he isn’t
Wayne Rooney, 1/27/10: Cometh The Hour, Cometh The Man
Green and Gold Till the Club is Sold- LUHG
by Useful_Idiot on Jun 23, 2010 3:52 PM PDT up reply actions
I posted this in the post game thread last night
At this point in the sesason, there are 12 teams that are pretty much out of contention. By July 31st there could be another 3 or 4. Usually there aren’t this meany teams looking to sell. This could be a good thing.
Back on the market.
by positiveuphemism on Jun 23, 2010 1:33 PM PDT reply actions
with the Wildcard
July is a very weird time, normally it’s very black and white and now teams they can get hot even if they are 500 or worse
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by Giant Voodoo on Jun 23, 2010 1:37 PM PDT up reply actions
There is always a team that gets hot, but as it stands, any team that is six or so games out of the WC is most likely not going to be any closer in a month. And if you have a bunch of teams in front of you, it makes it that much harder to catch up.
Back on the market.
by positiveuphemism on Jun 23, 2010 2:24 PM PDT up reply actions
OT: LOL A'S
Almost out did rowand with that near triple play.
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
'Stros
Bourgeois
Keppinger
Berkman
Lee
Pence
Johnson
Blum
Castro
Myers
They could be Giants...but not really.
AmyGGiants
Rowand, Bengie & Renteria have good #’s vs. Astros SP Myers. Ro 5×12, 1 HR, 1 RBI Molina 4×10, 2 RBI Edgar 15×37, 2 HR, 8 RBI #sfgiants
Man, I hope the Three Amigos aren’t all starting today.
They could be Giants...but not really.
They will be
History against the other starting pitcher is a huge driver of Bochy’s lineups. Small sample size and all.
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 1:52 PM PDT up reply actions
Amy G should not talk baseball
it gives idiots like borks bad idea’s LOL THE HISTORY!!!
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
It was probably Borky who told her that stuff.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 1:55 PM PDT up reply actions
Rowand molina renteria in the same line up
= good for no runs
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
Sure, I know that.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 1:57 PM PDT up reply actions
That’s what I’m afraid of. :(
SOOOOOOO….?
Torres RF
Sanchez 2B
Huff LF
Uribe 3B
Sandoval 1B
Molina C
Renteria SS
Rowand CF
Zito LHP
They could be Giants...but not really.
Speaking of SSS, the Red Sox have scored 5.4 runs overall and 7.7 runs in Lackey’s three starts. Suck it, Ubaldo?
They could be Giants...but not really.
and 1 run last night
Obviously any links in the above post are probably NSFW
The baseball gods do not always punish the wicked but they will not just allow people to spit in their faces -- Joe Posnanski
I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
JHOUYLYLASYSLYS MUTHA FUCKKIN CHACIN, BITCHES
Extremely proud adoptive parent of Paul E. Stanley, hacker extraordinaire. Rescuing moribund Giants lineups since 2008
Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
I wouldn’t mind seeing Rent get a start just because that isn’t a miniscule SS. The other two? DNW!
In the end, America will be remembered for three things: the Bill of Rights, jazz, and baseball.
well you're getting molina!
Seriously, please god just let him get a career ending injury already. This is fucking stupid.
Extremely proud adoptive parent of Paul E. Stanley, hacker extraordinaire. Rescuing moribund Giants lineups since 2008
Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
Damn you and your third option, Grant
You know I’m afraid of committing!
In the end, America will be remembered for three things: the Bill of Rights, jazz, and baseball.
LOL FOSSE
I’m listening to the A’s game on the radio and fosse is like “All you A’s fans can come here this weekend and take pictures with the trophys, and for you giants fans you can feel what its like to posey with a trophy!”.
really now fosse, you really have to try and take shots when no one can stand you and you work for a team that less people care about than the pirates.
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
LOL SERIOSULY I HATE THIS TEAM
Torres CF,
F.Sanchez 2B,
Huff RF,
Uribe 3B,
Burrell LF,
Sandoval 1B,
Renteria SS,
Molina C,
Zito P
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
Why is molina playing?
See above
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
Well, better drop posey on my pokemonz if that's the case
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
BORK VETERANS BORK BORK
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
OH MY FUCKING LORD
Rowand isn’t playing!
And i told all you motherfuckers that we’re never seeeing Buster again
Extremely proud adoptive parent of Paul E. Stanley, hacker extraordinaire. Rescuing moribund Giants lineups since 2008
Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
Aight dude, it's been like 2 fucking days, chill the fuck out
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
If he isn't starting
he needs to catch in AAA. Not be a bench player.
Obviously any links in the above post are probably NSFW
The baseball gods do not always punish the wicked but they will not just allow people to spit in their faces -- Joe Posnanski
I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
Well, it is what it is, that's the case
In my mind i think Bochy’s just being a fucking idiot when it comes to handling Posey, put him at catcher, or put him at 1st, some way some how put him in the lineup, since there he would get experience and at bats. Let him hit his way out of the slump
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
I agree.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 23, 2010 2:40 PM PDT up reply actions
LOL you still think he's gonna play
Extremely proud adoptive parent of Paul E. Stanley, hacker extraordinaire. Rescuing moribund Giants lineups since 2008
Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
Sorry for the optimism dude
Kinda like me and the niners, i THINK they’ll win the division, if not i’ll eat crow
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
LOL ALEX SMITH
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 2:19 PM PDT up reply actions
/waits for the 10 foot long skinny column on the right of the page devoted to the Alex Smith conversation.
It's already begun, just wait
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
LOLU
ALEX SMITH WILL BE GOOD AND THE HATERS CAN FUCK OFF
Extremely proud adoptive parent of Paul E. Stanley, hacker extraordinaire. Rescuing moribund Giants lineups since 2008
Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
GO NATE DAVIS, SUCK A FAT ONE ALEX SMITH!
but seriously, i’m holding back on everything, and with your “haters” comment, SHUT UP
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
It was inevitable
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 2:24 PM PDT up reply actions
BUT HE’LL BE PRODUCTIVE!!! CRABS!!! MORGAN!!! O-LINE!!!! stfu, this is all speculation, let his game speak for itself
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
and it will
Extremely proud adoptive parent of Paul E. Stanley, hacker extraordinaire. Rescuing moribund Giants lineups since 2008
Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
All i'm saying is, LET HIM PROVE IT
he hasn’t yet
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
HE WILL
Extremely proud adoptive parent of Paul E. Stanley, hacker extraordinaire. Rescuing moribund Giants lineups since 2008
Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
You and your stubburn ways bondslegend
I HOPE he can, because obviously this is the make or break year, and if he fucks up with all of this potential around him, we got problems
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
suuuuuuuuuuuucks
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
This is like the third time in the last five games. It’s turning into a scary trend, especially with the MUST PLAY RENT SANCHEZ URIBE AND MOLINA ALL THE TIME thing we have going.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 2:38 PM PDT up reply actions
Vets don’t need a day off dude, understand that trend?
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
Just checked the game logs and it’s more like the second time in the last five games. I should factcheck before posting.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 2:40 PM PDT up reply actions
BUT IT’S THE SECOND TIME IN A ROOOOOOOOOOW!
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 2:41 PM PDT up reply actions
Meh
whatever dude, i’m not questioning ya on anything
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
Fucking pathetic
Bruce Bochy: Raping the development of one of the greatest prospects in giants history to appease a fat lazy piece of shit who just wants his contract incentives.
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
by sfgiants420 on Jun 23, 2010 2:15 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
This sucks.
I tried to comfort myself with the fact that Rowand’s still out of the lineup, but then I realized that if Andres doesn’t get his act together, Bochy’s could bench him for Rowand.
Then I cried.
/giants fall below .500
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
What I don’t get is why someone wouldn’t put the team’s best players on the field. The only answer is that Bochy has no idea what a “good player” is.
yup
Extremely proud adoptive parent of Paul E. Stanley, hacker extraordinaire. Rescuing moribund Giants lineups since 2008
Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
He was never one
He holds himself as the standard for excellence, which is the answer to the question, “Why is Whitesides?”
"The BB's are out. The BB's are being arseholes to me." - Brian Wilson.
good player = veteran with RBI's
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
/Lars comes to comfort kdl
Aaron King is still my homeboy... iffy mechanics and all
McFAQ for all you newcomers out there.
apparently banged up as well
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
Banged up meaning he’s better than bengie in every way that bochy has to make up lies to make bengie feel better?
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
this
Extremely proud adoptive parent of Paul E. Stanley, hacker extraordinaire. Rescuing moribund Giants lineups since 2008
Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
Seriously??
Did Bochy really say that Posey is “banged up”?
Why couldn't McCovey have hit the ball just three feet higher?
LOL BUSTER
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 2:15 PM PDT up reply actions
Where Buster at?
The Magic is inside all of us.
Proud father of the man taking your hard-earned money.
Need to expose Bengie to more major league pitching
so he can figure out how to catch a fucking fastball. Learning by doing is the only way he’ll learn. By doing.
LOL PASSED BALL
First one of the season yesterday, except to a non retard score keeper that’s #25.
"The criticism was so brutal that Sabean was forced to declare, at a press conference, "I am not an idiot." Thus, the pattern of Sabean's relationship to his critics was established."
I don't see it on twitter yet, where did u find it
Obviously any links in the above post are probably NSFW
The baseball gods do not always punish the wicked but they will not just allow people to spit in their faces -- Joe Posnanski
I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
WTF
Maybe Buster catches Cain tomorrow…? plz. I can haz buster catch?
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
don't put too much faith into it kid
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
SUGGESTION BRO!
On sale at a store near you!
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 2:31 PM PDT up reply actions
No, it’s a mansierre.
Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller
by Johnny Disaster on Jun 23, 2010 2:34 PM PDT up reply actions
You should really go with the Bobby Jenks model. It is very fashionable.
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 2:36 PM PDT up reply actions
Ugh.
Maybe since Sandoval is struggling against lefties Bork will platoon them. 2 promising hitting catchers platooning at 1B? Makes sense with Bork
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
I heard he was working out with Cain as a catcher, so it might happen.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 2:44 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah, that's where I got my glimmer of hope
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
I have a whole album in my photobucket account called “Buster.” It’s from last season, and they’re all pictures of him catching bullpen sessions.
The song I'm currenly listening provides an apt title for this line up
http://www.metrolyrics.com/say-it-aint-so-lyrics-weezer.html
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
BORK BORK BORK BORK
FUCKING STUPID DUMB FUCKING ASS BORK!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If my calculations are correct, when this baby hits 88 miles per hour, you're gonna see some serious shit!
-Doc Brown, Zito fan
LOL BUSTY
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
Bye bye Buster
We hardly knew ye
Wayne Rooney, 1/27/10: Cometh The Hour, Cometh The Man
Green and Gold Till the Club is Sold- LUHG
by Useful_Idiot on Jun 23, 2010 3:55 PM PDT up reply actions
Players I would trade anyone but Posey for:
Jones, Adam
Markakis, Nick
Upton, Justin
Drew, Stephen
And Anyone other than MadBum and Posey
Reynolds, Mark
Willingham, Josh
Choo, Shin-Soo
Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!
What the hell?
why is Posey not in the lineup while LOLina is? And Rowand?
Jonathan Sanchez. He's left-handed, like Barry Zito. His fastball breaks 80, unlike Zito.
When Edgar came off the DL
It was only a matter of time before Posey starting riding the pine. He was forced to make a decision and he made the only decision he knows how to make: bench the kid and play the old guy. It is what he does.
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 2:28 PM PDT reply actions
Just wondering
how many double plays or poor plate experiences by Renteria will it take for him to be put on the bench again?
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
~500
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
Comcast XFINITY
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
Exploded Hammy
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 2:45 PM PDT up reply actions
A few weeks ago, the guys on the Radio said something to the effect that they could not send him back down lest there be a revolt among the fans. I say we revolt.
Adopted Nut: Paraparaumu, New Zealand native, Andy Skeels
Yes, if we at McCovey Chronicles are known for anything, it’s our preternatural ability to control the decision of the Giants brass.
GROUGTHINK ALERT
The first Chester Arthur fanboy ever.
Never said it would change the outcome… but it might feel good. I would bet that having 500-1000 people calling the front office once an hour each to complain would eventually get noticed
Adopted Nut: Paraparaumu, New Zealand native, Andy Skeels
What has Susan ever done to you!?
Susan: “Excuse me, sir. Those internet nerds are calling non-stop about Posey”.
Brian: " THAT IS OUTRAGEOUS!! We are NOT running a brothel here!"
Susan: “No, sir. Buster Posey. The young catcher you sent just to Fresno.”
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 3:20 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
they kinda have to play
Molina and Rent (and Sanchez) until they break again. Otherwise they might break siting on the bench, and they would have been wasted!
TEMPORARY SIG AWAITING FINAL SABEAN APOCALYPSE
-------
PARPG- Indy post-apocalyptic roleplaying game in development
Rowand Trade
I have a feeling Rowand has told Botchy and Sabes that he is throwing in the towel and wants out of SF if they can find a team to trade him to.
I think AT&T has truly gotten into his head and he blames the park rather the low outside slider he continually swings and misses.
The Chicago White Sox have won 10 of 11 recently and are back in it. What is their situation in CF or RF?
Radical Racing
Oh man
Watch out guys. This dude has a FEELING.
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
Does it have anything to do with tonight?
In the end, America will be remembered for three things: the Bill of Rights, jazz, and baseball.
I can do nothing about this
I can’t fight that feeling.
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 2:37 PM PDT up reply actions
Would you happen to be
High on believing?
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
It's more than a feeling
He sees his Maryann walking away
Proudly adopted Aubrey Huff. You can't beat that!
Alex Rios and Carlos Quentin
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
It was once thought that Rowand could be traded?
seems likely
Proud father of Mike Krukow (who is more than 3 times my age)
Grab Some Pine, Meat
Still cheering for Kevin Frandsen
John Bowker: One of the 3 best OF's on the Giants roster
What about Jose Lopez as a buy low?
Has an option year left and he’s only 26. I had him pegged for 25 HR going into the season. It would be an upgrade defensively at 1B and allow Pablo to move to 1B. Ofcourse Bengie would need to be eliminated.
Q: Did you ever make an offer for Vladimir Guerrero?
Sabean: In a word: No. If we had signed Guerrero or [Gary] Sheffield, we would have been without [Long list of replacement level vets]—obviously not being able to field a competitive team, especially from an experience standpoint, given our level of spending.
Jesus christ stephen strasburg
Extremely proud adoptive parent of Paul E. Stanley, hacker extraordinaire. Rescuing moribund Giants lineups since 2008
Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
I'm gonna say this
I am still absolutely stunned by this Tennis match that’s been going on for the past 2 days, it will continue tomorrow between Isner and that Mahut guy. I find it almost better to watch than the USA soccer game today
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
Yup
My facebook status update from earlier today:
Sorry world cup, but this tennis match going on between Isner and Mahut is the sporting event of the year. Fucking incredible.
My Son, the best position player on the damn team.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
Yes
but he just keeps on rolling. It’s still impressive.
Extremely proud adoptive parent of Paul E. Stanley, hacker extraordinaire. Rescuing moribund Giants lineups since 2008
Thanks to roger
I've never been happier to have Crabs
/mentions fantasy baseball team
Doesn't know how to win
Dude throws strikes though.
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 2:55 PM PDT up reply actions
PhiLOLips
Q: Did you ever make an offer for Vladimir Guerrero?
Sabean: In a word: No. If we had signed Guerrero or [Gary] Sheffield, we would have been without [Long list of replacement level vets]—obviously not being able to field a competitive team, especially from an experience standpoint, given our level of spending.
Not LOL material
See: Haz a sad
"The BB's are out. The BB's are being arseholes to me." - Brian Wilson.
I’m going to be honest… I have absolutely zero expectation that the Giants do anything at all more than acquire a bullpen arm that’s a total middling upgrade. I also expect nothing more than an acquisition of 30-year-old-or-older outfielder with middling pop and who may have batted over .300 once a few years ago to provide depth in the outfield, forcing Nate off the team.
Stand pat, I’d rather not trade Neal for a bullpen arm or Crawford for outfield depth.
I'm thinking but nothing's happening.
NationaLOLs
Runner on 3rd, no outs, still couldn’t score him.
01.19.2010
r.i.p. buster posey
Wave them home Tim Flannery, wave them home.
Oswalt
I’d love to see the Giants get Oswalt and think that there’s some realism there… they have the money and the need at least.
Plus, Oswalt will probably be jumping up and down to join us. “WHAT, I DONT HAVE TO PITCH AGAINST LINCECUM ANYMORE? I’M IN!”
I know this may piss some off
but it would give us the flexibility to trade Sanchez.
SANSHES 4 FEELDUR
Q: Did you ever make an offer for Vladimir Guerrero?
Sabean: In a word: No. If we had signed Guerrero or [Gary] Sheffield, we would have been without [Long list of replacement level vets]—obviously not being able to field a competitive team, especially from an experience standpoint, given our level of spending.
How many...
BIG acquisitions do the Giants ever get at the trade deadline? Always seems like a middle of the road everyday player or something like that. It’s hardly anything above marginal, which I guess is the case or most teams.
Ellis Burks was pretty awesome
But that was 12 years ago.
by RoyaleWithCheese on Jun 23, 2010 3:42 PM PDT up reply actions
Sidney Ponson
at the time was a big deal. Obviously didn’t pan out. Schmidt, obviously, was very much an unknown, never considered quantity in name.
Depends on which side of 2003 you're looking at...
…
Big July Trades, Pre-2003:
7/16/1997 TRADED: Marcus Jensen ….. FOR: Brian Johnson
7/31/1997 TRADED: Lorenzo Barcelo, Mike Caruso, Keith Foulke, Bob Howry, Brian Manning and Ken Vining ….. FOR: Wilson Alvarez, Danny Darwin, and Roberto Hernandez
7/23/1998 TRADED: Darin Blood ….. FOR: Joe Carter
7/23/1998 TRADED: Jacob Cruz and Steve Reed ….. FOR: Shawon Dunston, Jose Mesa and Alvin Morman
7/31/1998 TRADED: Darryl Hamilton, Jim Stoops and a PTBNL (Jason Brester) ….. FOR: Ellis Burks
7/25/1999 TRADED: Jason Grilli and Nate Bump ….. FOR: Livan Hernandez
7/24/2001 TRADED: Chris Magruder, Erasmo Ramirez and Todd Ozias ….. FOR: Andres Galarraga
7/30/2001 TRADED: Armando Rios and Ryan Vogelsong ….. FOR: Jason Schmidt and John Vander Wal
7/28/2002 TRADED: Felix Diaz and Ryan Meaux ….. FOR: Kenny Lofton
…
Big July Trades, Post-2003:
7/31/2003 TRADED: Kurt Ainsworth, Damian Moss and Ryan Hannaman ….. FOR: Sidney Ponson
7/30/2005 TRADED: Yorvit Torrealba and Jesse Foppert ….. FOR: Randy Winn
7/22/2006 TRADED: Jeremy Accardo ….. FOR: Shea Hillenbrand and Vinnie Chulk
7/27/2009 TRADED: Scott Barnes ….. FOR: Ryan Garko
7/29/2009 TRADED: Tim Alderson ….. FOR: Freddy Sanchez
Why couldn't McCovey have hit the ball just three feet higher?
Actually, I think it may have been 10/27/2002...
Why couldn't McCovey have hit the ball just three feet higher?
That means I'm a year younger!
Since 10/27 is my birthday.
(Yeah, that wasn’t one of my more enjoyable birthdays in memory…)
Why couldn't McCovey have hit the ball just three feet higher?
How Manny Burriss do you think they would take?
Kyle Stratford : Brian Sabean :: Toby Flenderson : Michael Scott
by jhiat00 on Jun 23, 2010 3:24 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
I will give you a turd in exchange for that nice sandwich you have there.
No.
Two turds then?
Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller
by Johnny Disaster on Jun 23, 2010 3:37 PM PDT up reply actions
Two is better than one!
My older sister once used this to convince me to give her a $5 bill for two $1’s.
Kyle Stratford : Brian Sabean :: Toby Flenderson : Michael Scott
I think they would prefer a SS who still had both feet
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 3:27 PM PDT up reply actions
Thats what I thought about
Wigginton is having a good year, but id rather keep Crawford and Adrianza.
Manny B is the only SS id give them
Its funny because fuck the dodgers
LOL "ordered lists of random names, eight deep"
heres mine ive had for about a week:
Paul Konerko
Billy Butler
Alex Rios
Corey Hart
Marlon Byrd
Adam Dunn
Ty Wigginton
Dan Uggla
Jorge Cantu
Its funny because fuck the dodgers
extrabaggs
Buster Posey doing more catching drills today. He will be back at 1B tomorrow and will catch Joe Martinez Saturday vs. Red Sox, Bochy says.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 23, 2010 3:42 PM PDT reply actions
’welcome!
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 23, 2010 3:43 PM PDT up reply actions
I’ve also come to the conclusion that Posey will only start at catcher on days I’m going to watch the Grizzlies in Fresno.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 23, 2010 3:43 PM PDT up reply actions
New job: work for Grizzlies
Back on the market.
by positiveuphemism on Jun 23, 2010 3:48 PM PDT up reply actions
Or someone could just buy me season tickets. I’d be fine with that, too.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 23, 2010 3:54 PM PDT up reply actions
So if the Red Sox annihilate Joey, he has a reason to send him back to Fresno?
Bochy, you schemer you.
They could be Giants...but not really.
Dude plays 3 dimensional chess in that big head of his.
Kyle Stratford : Brian Sabean :: Toby Flenderson : Michael Scott
Obviously any links in the above post are probably NSFW
The baseball gods do not always punish the wicked but they will not just allow people to spit in their faces -- Joe Posnanski
I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
by jctGamer on Jun 23, 2010 3:58 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
But his patterns indicate… two-dimensional thinking….
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 4:29 PM PDT up reply actions
I was going to sell my Red Sox tickets on Saturday
Now I’m going to the game!
Obviously any links in the above post are probably NSFW
The baseball gods do not always punish the wicked but they will not just allow people to spit in their faces -- Joe Posnanski
I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
That means 2 days in a row without Molina!
GLASS HALF FULL
by ThePasswordisWillieMcgee on Jun 23, 2010 3:45 PM PDT reply actions
OT: Not surprising news by any means, but yea, officially the warriors are on a fire sale, everyone’s on the block except Curry
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
I'm cool with that...
Curry’s the only one I’d hate to lose. Maybe Randolph, assuming the Warriors someday can have a coach who knows how to develop something other than guards. The others are either typical, replaceable NBA players, or they’re players I don’t particularly like. Or both.
Why couldn't McCovey have hit the ball just three feet higher?
Bork.
JohnSheaHey
Bochy sticking with last night’s lineup partly because it beat Oswalt. Bochy explained decision to Posey today.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Jun 23, 2010 3:48 PM PDT reply actions
Bochy might be the worst at giving explanations for his decisions
His name is Bond, Brock Bond, and his adopted father? ME, any questions?
Bochy might be is the worst at giving explanations for his decisions
by Artimus Clyde on Jun 23, 2010 4:09 PM PDT up reply actions
Among 52,000 things
This is the single think I hate most about Bork.
Adopted Nut: Paraparaumu, New Zealand native, Andy Skeels
Against Oswalt last night:
7 innings, 6 hits, 2 runs, 1 walk, 5 strikeouts.
That’s good enough to lose every night.
6 _singles_
.250/.280/.250 vs. Oswalt
.225/.250/.225 vs. Astros last night.
TEMPORARY SIG AWAITING FINAL SABEAN APOCALYPSE
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PARPG- Indy post-apocalyptic roleplaying game in development
This is so ridiculously stupid I just have to laugh.
01.19.2010
r.i.p. buster posey
Wave them home Tim Flannery, wave them home.
I initially read that as:
This was my first erection
In the end, America will be remembered for three things: the Bill of Rights, jazz, and baseball.
Those were the days.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 4:30 PM PDT up reply actions
That’s what happens when you don’t consult a doctor.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Jun 23, 2010 4:39 PM PDT up reply actions
I want Hanley Ramirez
I don’t know if I need him,
but ooh- I’m dying to find out
Wayne Rooney, 1/27/10: Cometh The Hour, Cometh The Man
Green and Gold Till the Club is Sold- LUHG
I never noticed that Romo looks like Soria
WHY IS BENGIE?!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Jun 23, 2010 4:02 PM PDT reply actions
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