Giants/Rockies Series Preview
by Grant Brisbee on Aug 3, 2010 12:52 PM PDT
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PrintThink about all of the excitement that built up over the last weekend. The Giants swept the Dodgers, in case you hadn’t heard. Now take that excitement and wrap it around the goodwill created by the last road trip, when the Giants went 6-1. Take that excitement and goodwill, and coat it with a healthy amount of the cheer brought when the Giants swept the Mets. Yes, I wrote swept. Don’t be a lawyer about it. Now take the excitement, goodwill, and cheer, and put it between two slices of the pleasant surprise that came when the Giants entered the All-Star break after winning six out of seven road games.
Got all that? Looks good, doesn’t it? It’s been a good month or so to be a Giants fan. Wearing a Giants hat in public around the Bay Area will probably get you into a conversation with a stranger about baseball because it’s just so danged fun to talk about the Giants. Happy times. Now watch this:
Coors Field.
Whoops! Did I do that? It’s a fortunate thing that the window was open, otherwise the glass might have shattered when all of those good feelings tried to escape. It kind of looked like when the Nazis opened the Ark of the Covenant. Yep. Feelin’ good, and then this:
Coors Field
Dang, I did it again. I can’t help it. I don’t want to be the Eeyore around here, but it’s worth noting that no matter how well the Giants are doing – no matter how well they’re pitching or hitting – Coors Field because Coors Field is just Coors Field the corner. The Giants are winning games they should win, and they’re winning games they should lose. They’re surprising everyone, maybe even themselves, but Coors Field. It’s fun to watch this team right now, and the chemistry is infectious, but Coors Field.
This isn’t to say that the Giants can’t keep going on this fantastical run in a park that’s been historically tough on them, it’s just to say but Coors Field. I hate everything about the place. From the acreage in the outfield, where Rockie bloops meet and procreate in some awful perversion of the cycle of life, to the thin air, where Rockie pop-ups drift out of the park ever so gently. I hate the mascot, I hate the stupid rocks out in center field, and I hate John Elway just because.
So when the Giants are rolling along like they are, it’s just a wee bit discouraging to see Coors Field show up on the schedule. You know the Rockies are going to pull some special reserve balls from the humidor for this one. Mmmm, this ball has nice spicy sweetness, with a bit of a leather aftertaste, and it smells like a Seth Smith double. Oh, oh, this one has an oak finish with hints of cinnamon, and the aftertaste is reminiscent of a hanging curveball served up to Carlos Gonzalez. Just awesome.
Coors Field. I’ll hate the place until it’s torn down, even if the arena football scores are gone for the most part. Because Coors Field, that’s why.
Hitter to watch:
And, hey, I’m not too fond of Billy Beane, either. I’d appreciate it if he could stop playing Johnny Appleseed with good, young outfielders in our division. First he traded away Andre Ethier, and then he dumped Carlos Gonzalez for Matt Holliday for Brett Wallace for Michael Taylor, who will stink in AAA until he’s traded to the Padres for pennies on the dollar. Gonzalez is scary good now, and imagine how good he’ll be when he learns some plate discipline. I wrote "when" not "if" because Gonzalez is a) part of a team that annoys the Giants and b) part of the Billy Beane legacy of annoying the Giants. So he’ll just keep getting better. Gonzalez, not Beane. I'm pretty sure Beane's just getting worse.
Pitcher to watch:
Aaron Cook is not Ubaldo Jimenez, so I’m looking forward to watching Not Ubaldo Jimenez. I know Jimenez has been struggling a little bit lately, but c’mon. Dude’s still scary to face.
Prediction:
After the two-game series, not a single one of you will think, "Gee, I’ll miss that place." Because Coors Field.
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I was waiting for this thread
Ruck the Fockies!!!!!!!!!!!!
BEAT...COLORADO?
Doesn’t have quite the same ring to it but i’ll take it.
Croix De Candlestick: You'll be a better person for reading
BEAT CO
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I wish I would stop cheating. fuck. this is jctgamer's fault -- jponry
BEAT CO
My adopted son is RHP Steve Edlefsen, no longer above Gerald Posey on the catching depth chart!
BEAT CO
Looks like Beat Co. as in company… a company dedicated to beating whatever one wishes to beat
Adopted Nut: Paraparaumu, New Zealand native, Andy Skeels
BEAT CO
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 1:27 PM PDT up reply actions
BEAT CO!!
"Buster's basically a 21-year-old hot-chick that's an old soul" - Barry Zito
by Prussian Creole on Aug 3, 2010 1:30 PM PDT up reply actions
Beat Coors Field
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 1:35 PM PDT up reply actions
This makes me wanna say
Ru-fi-o!
Nonetheless, beat CO
by Artimus Clyde on Aug 3, 2010 2:28 PM PDT up reply actions
Two Game Sweep.
Get on it, Giants.
Also, Tonto, jump on it.
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
that's way generous.
If Dante were around he’d have to release an updated version of The Inferno.
Choppin' broccoli
VAPORS
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
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by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 12:59 PM PDT up reply actions
This picture actually kind of makes him look like a badass.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 1:01 PM PDT up reply actions
And this picture makes Affeldt look like he has really bad gas
The baseball Satanist
I promise that my adopted Giant, one Zach Wheeler, will not shoot anybody.
"I told the family lovingly slide"
Looks like a Saturday night in the life of George Brett
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
Kind of like a charging bull.
Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!
by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 1:04 PM PDT up reply actions
Like Wayne at the end of Wayne’s World when the studio catches fire.
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
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by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 1:05 PM PDT up reply actions
Wearing a Giants hat in public around the Bay Area will probably get you into a conversation with a stranger about baseball because it’s just so danged fun to talk about the Giants.
Previously, wearing a Giants hat in public in the Bay Area would only get me into a conversation with a stranger about baseball because they wanted to ask me for stupid amounts of money. You’re seriously dealing in high stakes begging? You really want me to go to the fucking ATM and give you an entire 20? Jesus Christ, I need to stop getting suckered into these conversations about the Giants with people who want my money on Center Street.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
I'm in LA territory
and I can say that the random “Giants suck!” epithets I hear around town have definitely lessened.
Enjoying the silence…
Better to be a Giants fan than an Athletic supporter!
lol Dodgers car flags
I’ve seen more 49ers car flags than Dodgers flags. And, of course, it is in the municipal code that all LA auto dealers must put Likker flags on their merchandise.
I hope the giants score more runs than the Rockies.
by vhants on Aug 3, 2010 1:01 PM PDT reply actions 7 recs
/prefers crotch grab
I like my beer cold ... my TV loud ... and my romosexuals flaming.--Homer Simpson
Nice. Where did this come from?
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 1:04 PM PDT up reply actions
Original pic from Google
He was actually extending his index finger, but since I’m a 12 year old at heart, I immediately recognized the Photoshopping possibilities…
I’ve already made one for each of the NL West teams + the Cards and the Phillies. Yes, I’ve got free time…
Apropos of nothing, I went to find the original picture, and found a picture of Sergio wearing a purple My Little Pony backpack. It’s way better than the Mickey Mouse one they’ve got now (which I guess Runzler must be sporting now that Joey’s gone).
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 1:12 PM PDT up reply actions
Hahaha.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 1:14 PM PDT up reply actions
LOL, okay. I was kind of surprised that Sergio would get caught doing that, so that makes more sense.
Nice ’shop.
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 1:08 PM PDT up reply actions
Wow, nice job.
I can’t even see TEH PIXELS!
My adopted son is RHP Steve Edlefsen, no longer above Gerald Posey on the catching depth chart!
UR 5
"You can always recover from the player you didn't sign. You may never recover from the player you signed at the wrong price." --Billy Beane
"I am not an idiot."--Brian Sabean
by Sabean's_Folly on Aug 3, 2010 5:35 PM PDT up reply actions
Wow.
rec’d
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 1:06 PM PDT up reply actions
True, but Nate Sheirholtz is like 6 for 10 against Chad Billingsly and he didn’t get a start against this weekend. Sure SSS, but even during the good times Bruce Bochy still wants to you know he still Bruce Bochy.
Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way, when you criticize them, you're a mile away and you have their shoes.
by WilliamVanLandingham on Aug 3, 2010 2:19 PM PDT up reply actions
Wearing a Giants hat in public aroundthe Bay Areain Philly has become quite popular
I have ran in to at least a dozen Giants fans in the last few weeks. If anyone here was walking around Penns Landing on the 4th of July and had some drunken idiot holding a Pizza yell “Go Giants” that was me.
Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!
I had someone yell ‘go Giants!’ at me when I was wearing my Giants cap in Rome last year. It made me happy.
by Calum on Aug 3, 2010 2:30 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions
sometimes I'll strike up conversation will people on L if they're wearing Giants gear
and there’s some Dodger fan that lives in my neighborhood, we’ve exchanged steely eyed glares on the sidewalk more than once.
Go jump in Toews Lake.
Aubrey: old German for king of the elves. Huff: English for...huff.
I am imagining this, and it makes me giggle.
by The Double Deuce on Aug 3, 2010 4:05 PM PDT up reply actions
it works best when I'm wearing Giants gear
otherwise I’m just giving a random dude the stink eye outside of 7-11.
Go jump in Toews Lake.
Aubrey: old German for king of the elves. Huff: English for...huff.
If he’s wearing a Dodger cap, he deserves it, whether or not you are wearing SFG gear.
by The Double Deuce on Aug 3, 2010 5:10 PM PDT up reply actions
Fuck Coors Field
Fuck that stupid purple abomination that stands behind homeplate trying to distract pitchers.
Fuck their Flying Spaghetti Monster loving fans in their hypocritical asses.
Fuck them all.
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 1:04 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
that fucking mascot behind home plate should be lit on fire
not literally
I like my beer cold ... my TV loud ... and my romosexuals flaming.--Homer Simpson
Seems like he’d be even more distracting then.
by The Double Deuce on Aug 3, 2010 4:06 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm more for the literal interpretation of your comment
"You can always recover from the player you didn't sign. You may never recover from the player you signed at the wrong price." --Billy Beane
"I am not an idiot."--Brian Sabean
by Sabean's_Folly on Aug 3, 2010 5:45 PM PDT up reply actions
Fuck that stupid purple abomination that stands behind homeplate trying to distract pitchers.
Really, how the fuck has MLB let that happen this long?
Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!
by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 1:06 PM PDT up reply actions
Its shoes are at least 50% of the team's colors.
Totally legit.
Better to be a Giants fan than an Athletic supporter!
I’d be perfectly happy with a split.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
by jponry on Aug 3, 2010 1:06 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
yw
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
I actually had this record as a kid
“Gonna Find A Cave” was my favorite song on the album
Proudly adopted Aubrey Huff. You can't beat that!
LOOK OUT! IT’S THE SOUR GRAPES BUNCH!
Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller
by Johnny Disaster on Aug 3, 2010 1:30 PM PDT up reply actions
me too
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
Single again, raises SLG%
"You can always recover from the player you didn't sign. You may never recover from the player you signed at the wrong price." --Billy Beane
"I am not an idiot."--Brian Sabean
by Sabean's_Folly on Aug 3, 2010 5:47 PM PDT up reply actions
This image makes me happy in certain ways.
by The Double Deuce on Aug 3, 2010 4:07 PM PDT up reply actions
on a scale of 1 to 10 Coors Field
IS REALLY FUCKIN ANNOYING
Brian Wilson: "Don't Quote Me"
Buster Posey: "I Ain't Havin' It"
We might actually avoid Lowell on the waiver wire
Youkilis was DL’d and Lowell called up.
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 1:08 PM PDT reply actions
noooooooooo
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Meh.
We’ll just have to make sure we’re more than three games up.
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
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by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 1:18 PM PDT up reply actions
More than 6, actually
Since our last home series is against the Pads…
My Son, the best outfielder in the National League.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I am a Bochy hater and a Sabean apologist.
More landscaping critique
I hate the stupid rocks out in center field
Isn’t there a Christmas tree lot out there as well?
yes
I’m pretty sure there’s a used car lot out there too.
by Into the Void on Aug 3, 2010 1:14 PM PDT up reply actions
Rocky's Auto
it’s a Colorado tradition, I tell ya
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
They’re growing in nicely.
Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller
by Johnny Disaster on Aug 3, 2010 1:31 PM PDT up reply actions
I lived next door to some car farmers one time. Crop after crop of non running cars. I'd like to see the seed for one of those puppies.
"You can always recover from the player you didn't sign. You may never recover from the player you signed at the wrong price." --Billy Beane
"I am not an idiot."--Brian Sabean
by Sabean's_Folly on Aug 3, 2010 5:48 PM PDT up reply actions
Coors Field is as unsettling a feeling as not being sure you are going to find a toilet in time, but you have that feeling for 3 hours.
I was out at the supermarket Sunday night, wearing my Giants jacket, with headphones in my ears and I was stopped twice by other shoppers asking whether there was any score.
Heh… some guy got into a shouting match with me one afternoon, insisting that a 1pm game was being played @AZ and I was bogarting the score from him (it was the next day, a 7pm start @OAK). He was seriously screaming out his car window at me making the left turn in front of me.
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
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by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 1:16 PM PDT up reply actions
People are crazy.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 1:29 PM PDT up reply actions
That happens to me repeatedly in the Sacramento area. I love it.
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 1:17 PM PDT up reply actions
Afternoon gents.
Here’s to another splendid contest between our two baseball teams.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 1:12 PM PDT reply actions
I think you just blue yourself
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
i shot my wad and i've a bit of a mess on my hands.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 1:16 PM PDT up reply actions
it effectively hides his thunder
Mark DeRosa is playing exactly the same amount of professional baseball as his adopted father, these days.
if I may take off my pants and pull my analrapist stocking over my head, I think you may be suffering from what we in the soft-sciences call “Obsessive Compulsive Disorder”, or the “The O.C. Disorder”.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
don’t call it that
Mark DeRosa is playing exactly the same amount of professional baseball as his adopted father, these days.
goddammitsomuch
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
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by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 1:19 PM PDT up reply actions
It's not OCD, it's CDO...
…gotta keep it in alphabetical order.
Better to be a Giants fan than an Athletic supporter!
Don’t call it that.
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
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by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 1:19 PM PDT up reply actions
No, no. It's pronounced a-nal-ra-pist
An instant buzz is on the rise, the whiskey's for a big surprise.
Not to worry, tiny cannons make tiny messes.
"You can always recover from the player you didn't sign. You may never recover from the player you signed at the wrong price." --Billy Beane
"I am not an idiot."--Brian Sabean
by Sabean's_Folly on Aug 3, 2010 5:50 PM PDT up reply actions
Even if it means I have to take a chubby. I will suck it up.
An instant buzz is on the rise, the whiskey's for a big surprise.
you blowhard.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 1:22 PM PDT up reply actions
in England they call it a banger in the mouth
Mark DeRosa is playing exactly the same amount of professional baseball as his adopted father, these days.
kinda the same as pluto not being a planet.
a little hungry.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 1:16 PM PDT up reply actions
Most Rockie fans do not believe in Dinosaurs.
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
No, they believe in them. They just believe in them in a Flintstones kind of way, where people and dinos lived together.
I DON'T BELIEVE YOU
I tweet (more often than I blarg).
LOL, this was my first thought too!
"Buster's basically a 21-year-old hot-chick that's an old soul" - Barry Zito
by Prussian Creole on Aug 3, 2010 2:23 PM PDT up reply actions
Carl Everett is a Rockies fan
not all Rockies fans are Carl Everett.
This is not to be confused with Pedro Feliz. Who we all are.
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
triceratops
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
by jponry on Aug 3, 2010 1:21 PM PDT up reply actions 6 recs
omg
I need to put this on faceboob
Mark DeRosa is playing exactly the same amount of professional baseball as his adopted father, these days.
Whether that was an intentional or unintentional typo, that is hilarious.
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
that’s what everyone I know in real life calls it.
Mark DeRosa is playing exactly the same amount of professional baseball as his adopted father, these days.
LOL faceboob.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 1:27 PM PDT up reply actions
LOL!
I just noticed this now.
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 1:27 PM PDT up reply actions
“They” just realized that the triceratops was just the adolescent version of some other already-established dinosaur.
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
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by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 2:01 PM PDT up reply actions
well actually
the triceratops was established first, so they’re going to keep that name
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
Some may say the triceratops was just an immature torosaurus
but I say the torosaurus was just a gritty veteran triceratops.
"I don’t think I’ve ever heard a louder chorus of boos than when the Dodgers made the third out of the ninth. It was awesome.." - Aubrey Huff
by EliminateMe on Aug 3, 2010 1:33 PM PDT up reply actions 5 recs
“Right now we’re going with the dinosaurs that are our dinosaurs. They’re the ones that are going to get the T-Rex’s share of the playing time.”
"I don’t think I’ve ever heard a louder chorus of boos than when the Dodgers made the third out of the ninth. It was awesome.." - Aubrey Huff
TOO SOON
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
by scout6 on Aug 3, 2010 2:45 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
A squirt of frosting down the throat helps us take our medication.
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
just because it's my favorite
“For there’s a man inside me, and only when he’s finally out, I can walk free of pain.”
Mark DeRosa is playing exactly the same amount of professional baseball as his adopted father, these days.
I got your splendid contest right here
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
If we sweep this i feel like we can bury the Rockies
They’d be 7 1/2 games behind us.
tough call with Sanchez and MadBum going. Not that they aren’t very good, but a sweep seems like a lot to ask.
Even a split keeps the Rockies pretty far back.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
I agree
I was just musing that a sweep could finish them off
7 1/2 games is a large deficit
If you look at the number of teams who’ve overcome such a deficit its pretty small
ROCKIES TWICE
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
goddammit!!!
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
So then they are due to not do it.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 1:32 PM PDT up reply actions
well, when we are talking about the 6 game win streak on Wed night...
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
That’s a lot of wins for one night.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 1:35 PM PDT up reply actions
There’s magic inside.
"I never watched baseball on TV. It's slow and boring. I'm not a fan. Never was." - Jeff Kent
FREE POSEY IS FREE
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwU2MdQ3c_0
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 1:39 PM PDT up reply actions
Wow, I haven’t seen that Scrubs episode. Good find!
"I never watched baseball on TV. It's slow and boring. I'm not a fan. Never was." - Jeff Kent
FREE POSEY IS FREE
It’s probably my favorite cameo of all time.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 1:41 PM PDT up reply actions
Scrubs used to be decent.
What happened?
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
Bill Lawrence stopped caring for a few years. I’m pretty sure that’s actually what happened.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 1:45 PM PDT up reply actions
It became a train wreck that was the spot of a plane crash involving cancer patients who were actually dying of undiagnosed syphillis.
And that’s saying nothing of ZombieScrubs, the ABC version where half the cast started teaching at a medical school.
Perhaps bucking the conventional wisdom
But ZombieScrubs is not bad. It started very weak, but it actually got pretty amusing by the end of its first season.
My Son, the best outfielder in the National League.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I am a Bochy hater and a Sabean apologist.
eh
I loved Scrubs, but the penultimate season was awful – however, the actual final season and show finale was pretty damn good.
Jonathan Sanchez. He's left-handed, like Barry Zito. His fastball breaks 80, unlike Zito.
note that I'm ignoring the existence of Zombie Scrubs here
it was …. not so good, though I liked Cole’s character a lot.
Jonathan Sanchez. He's left-handed, like Barry Zito. His fastball breaks 80, unlike Zito.
I just cannot stand a lot of the new show's characters.
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
We should keep this one handy for random unexpected gamer moments..
…e.g. Rowand game-winning grand slams, Cain perfect gaming the Dodgers, and other things we’d love to see but never really expect to happen.
Nice clip, howie. Thanks for sharing it!
Better to be a Giants fan than an Athletic supporter!
there is magic inside
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
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Nope, I’m pretty sure mine is right.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 1:35 PM PDT up reply actions
we'll put together a 20 game win streak soon enough here.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 1:27 PM PDT up reply actions
I didn’t realize the Rockies had a 20 game home stand coming up.
Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!
by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 1:28 PM PDT up reply actions
PURPLE PINSTRIPE DREAMS!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 1:28 PM PDT up reply actions
wait do we really have purple pinstripes?
that’s kinda lame
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
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I know, right? And get some sleeves.
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 1:29 PM PDT up reply actions
I hate those uniforms with vests. Ick.
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 1:29 PM PDT up reply actions
but it helps us take advantage of the humidor
that’s the secret.
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
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The Rockies have some pretty ugly uniforms.
http://www.sportslogos.net/logo.php?id=l4oqvi9e4h4gzkhqgaxjguloe
ugh
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
I still want our purple to match up against your pumpkin unis
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
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9-0 in the orange
Record speaks for itself.
My Son, the best outfielder in the National League.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I am a Bochy hater and a Sabean apologist.
really? that's actually...impressive? I dunno but its weird
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
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To be fair
I made that number up. I know we haven’t lsot in them, but I forget how many we’ve won. 9 sounded right.
My Son, the best outfielder in the National League.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I am a Bochy hater and a Sabean apologist.
i think that's right.
you could just count the number of friday home games and add that one game vs the Orioles though.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Giant Pain,
I actually admire your ability to make up a statistic, but 67% of the people reading this believe that such an inclination tarnishes your opinions.
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 1:48 PM PDT up reply actions
well
everyone knows 74% of statistics are made up on the spot.
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
Really
I thought it was 73%
So optimistic I fart sunshine and rainbows.
Giants Front Office....Torture!
by Giant Torture on Aug 3, 2010 1:52 PM PDT up reply actions
100% of you two are right.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 3:29 PM PDT up reply actions
That might be visually blinding, but I’d like to see it.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 1:32 PM PDT up reply actions
the orange giants jerseys vs orioles black jerseys game was pretty cool.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
that game was confusing as hell
I kept having to check what part of the inning we were in to see if I could cheer a hit/catch.
Go jump in Toews Lake.
Aubrey: old German for king of the elves. Huff: English for...huff.
Didn’t we play the As on an Orange Friday? Were they wearing their green unis?
Secondary colors FTW!
They could be Giants...but not really.
I think so!
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 1:35 PM PDT up reply actions
I hate this one: http://www.sportslogos.net/logo.php?id=24eveogoff4anp9hthdbpu117
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 1:32 PM PDT up reply actions
i honestly just hate all sleeveless uniforms
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
i find our regular home whites boring
so i am a fan of the vests.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 1:33 PM PDT up reply actions
I think the Rockies could use an overall redesign with the uniforms.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
They should all wear skirts.
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 1:35 PM PDT up reply actions
And combat boots
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
I like it. It's a good start.
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
LOLGRANT
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 1:42 PM PDT up reply actions
HA!
I DID NOT NOTICE
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
If you have to wonder, it probably isn’t.
"I don’t think I’ve ever heard a louder chorus of boos than when the Dodgers made the third out of the ninth. It was awesome.." - Aubrey Huff
uh....neat?
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 1:55 PM PDT up reply actions
Robinson Cano would like to battle
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
This is not shopped
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
rookie hazing
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Here's Wang
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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
Too many jokes to just pic one
"Buster's basically a 21-year-old hot-chick that's an old soul" - Barry Zito
by Prussian Creole on Aug 3, 2010 2:35 PM PDT up reply actions
I am hiding that Wang
Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!
by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:35 PM PDT up reply actions
sl
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:39 PM PDT up reply actions
Nice rack
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 2:40 PM PDT up reply actions
It’s quite frightening that I know where to find all this stuff easily.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:41 PM PDT up reply actions
I mean, there was no waiting at all. CHOP WITH THE QUICK TRIGGER.
"I AIN'T HAVIN IT." - Buster Posey
I have folders and a tumblr full of this stuff.
I scare myself sometimes.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:45 PM PDT up reply actions
Haha. I had a hunch you went to the tumblr archives for this one.
"I AIN'T HAVIN IT." - Buster Posey
Oh, definitely, lol.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:47 PM PDT up reply actions
Scooby Doo and it’s Waldis.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:41 PM PDT up reply actions
He’s gonna have to go through it again this year, huh? Poor guy
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Him, MadBum, and Runzler, I think.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:43 PM PDT up reply actions
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 2:45 PM PDT up reply actions
lol farmer's tan
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
You could see their legs, too, and they both had socks on pulled up pretty high (I think they were black). They were awesome, too, because they came out so that we could all see them, instead of hiding behind the bus.
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 2:48 PM PDT up reply actions
LOL
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:46 PM PDT up reply actions
I heard somewhere they do it based on service time. So maybe he and Mad Bum won’t because they’ve been up long enough?
"Buster's basically a 21-year-old hot-chick that's an old soul" - Barry Zito
by Prussian Creole on Aug 3, 2010 2:43 PM PDT up reply actions
I always thought it depends on whether or not the player can still be considered a rookie that year.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:44 PM PDT up reply actions
They had Eli dressed up last year. In a Superman costume. It was pretty awesome.
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 2:47 PM PDT up reply actions
Lauren told me about that, I think! I still have yet to see a pic of it, though.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:48 PM PDT up reply actions
He was wearing the costume over his clothes, which was hilarious. I only saw him for a few seconds, but I think there was some footage on Sports Net Central that showed it better.
Merkin was dressed up in this purple satin dress and a long wig, and he kept tossing his hair around. And, he was sucking on a lollipop. He was hilarious.
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 2:50 PM PDT up reply actions
Hahaha. I remember Merkin’s costume! That was hilarious.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:52 PM PDT up reply actions
That’s without airbrushing.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:31 PM PDT up reply actions
What?
I am wearing one right now.
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 2:33 PM PDT up reply actions
At least you’re wearing something. It’s a start.
The Magic is inside all of us.
Proud father of the man taking your hard-earned money.
Work says no more naked day. I had to.
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 2:42 PM PDT up reply actions
But did they say no more Naked Pot Luck???
The Magic is inside all of us.
Proud father of the man taking your hard-earned money.
Yeah
There was this awkward “dangling above the casserole” event that spawned a new set of work rules.
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 2:50 PM PDT up reply actions
Yes he is.
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
Whose idea was it to wear black sleeves under a black vest? Fire that guy
Wayne Rooney, 1/27/10: Cometh The Hour, Cometh The Man
Green and Gold Till the Club is Sold- LUHG
"If City play a game against United for 89 minutes, maybe they’ll have a chance." -King Eric Cantona
I don’t mind the Rockies’ unis, especially compared to the monstrosities that the Diamondbacks have had over the years.
The Giants don’t fare well against pitchers.
But some damn nice ones, though. Their standard home & away ones are spiffy.
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com
by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 2:01 PM PDT up reply actions
At least you guys are committed to your colors.
The D-Backs are the ones who should pick a uni and stick with it. Sheesh.
Nope
ALL TEAMS MUST BE RED!
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com
by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 3:05 PM PDT up reply actions
So would the Vancouver Canucks
If you look at all their unis, they haven’t even stayed with the same theme, much less color scheme.
American Heroes: Joe Pavelski, Buster Posey, David Backes
Proud member of the "Doug Wilson for Governor" Club
Fools and Sages
The Ducks
don’t wear the same unis twice in a season. They have something like 250 different possible uni combinations.
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
Sweet fancy Moses.
Are the Ducks really so popular that they need to market four different unis at once?
and
they switch up the pants and jerseys too
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
The founder of Nike is an Oregon grad.
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
Well, you can't have purple pinstripe dreams without purple pinstripes
Maybe that’s the Rockies’ problem this year.
"I never watched baseball on TV. It's slow and boring. I'm not a fan. Never was." - Jeff Kent
FREE POSEY IS FREE
Why did you do that?
The Magic is inside all of us.
Proud father of the man taking your hard-earned money.
yeah, seriously
I thought you guys were familiar with our tricks and majicks
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
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If the Giants sweep,
That means we have 63 wins and 54 games left which means that even if we just play .500 ball, we get to 90 wins. If CO loses the next two, they have 55 wins and 55 games left. To get to 90 wins, they would need to go 35-20 and that is assuming the Giants play .500 ball. If the Giants continue on at their current .575 winning %, they would get to 94 wins which would mean that CO would need to go 39-16 to tie. Not happening. A sweep and the ROX are D-E-D, Dead.
Adopted Nut: Paraparaumu, New Zealand native, Andy Skeels
Not really gonna argue with you. You're right.
But if we win the next two, the race is completely on.
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
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agreed- but either way they will need to do better than 20-32 on the road especially with 29/57 remaining games away from the humidor
Adopted Nut: Paraparaumu, New Zealand native, Andy Skeels
we were in a good place before ROAD TRIP OF DOOM that was a perfect storm of SUCK
we should have gone 5-6 instead of 2-9 on that trip, otherwise this series would be a helluva lot different
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
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I'd love to sign on to that, capn my capn,
but quite recently The Rocks did exactly that in the last two months. I want to believe them vanquished from the run to October, but in my heart I can’t.
Hell, I can’t even write off the Dodgers.
/looks in all directions with feelings of paranoia/
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 1:53 PM PDT up reply actions
see I'm writing off the Dodgers, have been all year long
FUCK THE DODGERS
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
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SavvySabes
The waiver wire is an actual wire, like a coat hanger, and in order to win a claim you have to get paperwork by it as it swats at you. BS
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
by scout6 on Aug 3, 2010 1:14 PM PDT reply actions 2 recs
Sabes: “Susan! Did you hang my underwear on the wire like you said? Is it dry yet?”
Susan: “Yes sir, but unfortunately it was claimed by Dayton Moore.”
Sabes: (looks to the sky) You win again, you brilliant bastard.
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
by rotorueter on Aug 3, 2010 1:16 PM PDT up reply actions 9 recs
LOL
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 1:21 PM PDT up reply actions
So wreck'd
So optimistic I fart sunshine and rainbows.
Giants Front Office....Torture!
by Giant Torture on Aug 3, 2010 1:53 PM PDT up reply actions
FUCK JOHN ELWAY!
The Magic is inside all of us.
Proud father of the man taking your hard-earned money.
FUCK BRETT FAVRE!
"I never watched baseball on TV. It's slow and boring. I'm not a fan. Never was." - Jeff Kent
FREE POSEY IS FREE
Suck it, Mr “where i come from, laterals are for rugby”
by TimLaser and MattyC on Aug 3, 2010 1:28 PM PDT up reply actions
This sentiment seems at least a decade late.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 1:33 PM PDT up reply actions
I actually don’t mind Elway. My main memory of Elway is the 49ers destroying him in Superbowl XXIV. Then he beat Brett Favre in the superbowl, so FUCK BRETT FARVE!
The San Francisco Giants must win at least one World Series before I die.
by vinScullySucks on Aug 3, 2010 1:36 PM PDT up reply actions
I approve of this comment.
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
Me too.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 1:37 PM PDT up reply actions
55-10
Super Bowl XXIV was an American football game played on January 28, 1990 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana to decide the National Football League (NFL) champion following the 1989 regular season. The National Football Conference (NFC) champion San Francisco 49ers (17-2) won their fourth Super Bowl by defeating the American Football Conference (AFC) champion Denver Broncos (13-6), 55–10. It remains the most lopsided game in Super Bowl history to date. The 49ers’ 55 points were the most ever scored by one team, and their 45-point margin of victory was the largest ever. The 49ers are the only team in a Super Bowl to score at least two touchdowns in each quarter. Their 2nd of 8 touchdowns ended with a missed extra point however. They are also the only team to score 8 touchdowns in a Super Bowl.
The 49ers blew out the Broncos by gaining 461 yards of total offense, holding the ball for 39:31, and scoring on six of their first eight drives. The San Francisco defense also limited the Broncos to 167 yards, 12 first downs, and a time of possession to 20:29.
I’m pretty sure he was at my parents’ wedding.
American Heroes: Joe Pavelski, Buster Posey, David Backes
Proud member of the "Doug Wilson for Governor" Club
Fools and Sages
Was the wedding overrated also?
Sorry.
The Magic is inside all of us.
Proud father of the man taking your hard-earned money.
It’s true that Elway was overrated for the better part of his career, but damn if he didn’t turn into a truly first-rate quarterback in his 30s.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 1:40 PM PDT up reply actions
And the “TD and Shanahan” argument is invalid. He really started playing great football a few years before either of them showed up.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 1:43 PM PDT up reply actions
stopped having to do everything by himself
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
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But I just said… uh… never mind.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 1:46 PM PDT up reply actions
seriously though, he didn't have to carry the team and had a running game for the first time ever
the Broncos wouldn’t have won without Elway, but Elway wouldn’t have won without Shanahan, TD, and cap space cheating
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
I’m not talking about the Super Bowls, though. I’m talking about when Elway himself started consistently playing at an elite level. And that was 1993. Wade Phillips was his coach and Rod Bernstine was his primary back. Heck, Derek Russell was his best wideout. Shanahan and Davis didn’t show up for a full two years after that, and Rod Smith didn’t establish himself as a legitimate target until 1997 (of course, Shannon Sharpe didn’t hurt).
All the “help” that “made Elway so great” didn’t actually show up until he had already been playing really, really great individual football for at least two full years.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 3:36 PM PDT up reply actions
I don’t know, I wasn’t around at that point.
American Heroes: Joe Pavelski, Buster Posey, David Backes
Proud member of the "Doug Wilson for Governor" Club
Fools and Sages
John Elway is still hated like the plague in Baltimore
Adopted Nut: Paraparaumu, New Zealand native, Andy Skeels
I for one am excited about this series.
I think it could be a great way to start a very though month.
There is nothing wrong with me cheering for players that are former players for my teams. Unless they become a Viking.
by Giant_in_la_area on Aug 3, 2010 1:18 PM PDT via mobile reply actions
You're right, as though months go, it'll be an extremely though month
Proudly adopted Aubrey Huff. You can't beat that!
Damn phone posting
I ment tough. Thanks Goofus for the catch.
There is nothing wrong with me cheering for players that are former players for my teams. Unless they become a Viking.
by Giant_in_la_area on Aug 3, 2010 1:24 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions
/shoots Giant_in_la_area in the foot
Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller
by Johnny Disaster on Aug 3, 2010 1:39 PM PDT up reply actions
I hate making those mistakes but I tend to here at work.
There is nothing wrong with me cheering for players that are former players for my teams. Unless they become a Viking.
by Giant_in_la_area on Aug 3, 2010 2:12 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions
I’m with you on everything, but hating John Elway. Fuck the Rockies, and the ballpark that makes Vinny Castilla a 40-home-runs-a-year slugger.
And Dante Bichette (although this is probably at mile high, doesn’t matter though, baseball shouldn’t be played at that altitude. Might as well be playing baseball in outer space.)
The San Francisco Giants must win at least one World Series before I die.
by vinScullySucks on Aug 3, 2010 1:48 PM PDT up reply actions
Rally Cretaceous-Tertiary Extinction Event
My son is Madison Bumgarner, the Invisible Shark of pitching prospects. My other son is a Porsche.
nice
Brian Wilson: "Don't Quote Me"
Buster Posey: "I Ain't Havin' It"
by slackersphere17 on Aug 3, 2010 1:30 PM PDT up reply actions
LOL
COsportsfan17
#1043thefan pisses me off, the #rockies are starting a huge series with SF and they are talking about who had the biggest hit at traing camp
They could be Giants...but not really.
LOL indeed.
This pisses me off as well.
In Phoenix, it’s Cardinals all day. Even on the ESPN radio programs, football. Saturday at 3 PM, football. I hate football.
Santa Claus: How about a nice football?
Ralphie as Adult: [narrating] Football? Football? What’s a football? With unconscious will my voice squeaked out ‘football’.
Santa Claus: Okay, get him out of here.
Ralphie as Adult: [narrating] A football? Oh no, what was I doing? Wake up, Stupid! Wake up!
Ralphie: [Ralphie is shoved down the slide, but he stops himself and climbs back up] No! No! I want an Official Red Ryder Carbine-Action Two-Hundred-Shot Range Model Air Rifle!
Santa Claus: You’ll shoot your eye out, kid.
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.
This is a really good test for our team
Coming off an emotional series sweep against the Dodgers, a sweep here with their #4 and #5 starters going would really remove any doubts about their “for realness”
Proudly adopted Aubrey Huff. You can't beat that!
I am just trying to wring out the nightmare juice from my brain towel right now...
“Hi, I’m Ryan Spilborgs. I’m here to steal your victories.”
“You’re welcome.”
Oh.... Oh dear.
My Son, the best outfielder in the National League.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I am a Bochy hater and a Sabean apologist.
see I come here for fun 6 series a year
and you guys do it all for me. No fair.
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
the part that gets me
is the garrett atkins single. dude only had like two hits all year.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 1:32 PM PDT up reply actions
must have been sun in the defender's eyes
yeah, that’s it.
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
you can throw atkins out at first on a ball that hits the base of the wall in left center
not sure what happened at this game.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 1:34 PM PDT up reply actions
THAT is what gets you?? Not walking Dexter Fowler when he was on half a leg?? Or ADAM EATON BEING WALKED???!!!
UGH THE FOWLER AT BAT PISSED ME OFF SO MUCH
I’M PRETTY SURE HE WAS TOLD NOT TO SWING
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
eaton was told not to swing.
fowler was told to rub some dirt on it.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 1:37 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh man, yeah
Who was pitching there again?
My Son, the best outfielder in the National League.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I am a Bochy hater and a Sabean apologist.
justin miller i think
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Imbedded Dodger
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 1:39 PM PDT up reply actions
Wow, forgot about him
Where is he now?
My Son, the best outfielder in the National League.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I am a Bochy hater and a Sabean apologist.
An obviously gassed Justin Miller, with no viable options in the pen behind him.
(Oh, hi Merkin! Didn’t see you there…)
I'm as tall as Mel - why can't I hit 500 home runs?
by Ott on Aug 3, 2010 1:40 PM PDT up reply actions
didn’t Medders pitch in that inning too?
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Was he before or after? I forget. I just remember he had to hit for himself with the bases loaded and ripped that screamer right to third.
I'm as tall as Mel - why can't I hit 500 home runs?
by Ott on Aug 3, 2010 1:42 PM PDT up reply actions
idk if this will be hard to read or not
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Ah yes, that’s how it was. Vivid in every excruciating detail.
I felt so, so bad for Miller and Medders after that game.
I'm as tall as Mel - why can't I hit 500 home runs?
by Ott on Aug 3, 2010 1:45 PM PDT up reply actions
I felt kind of bad for Medders, he must have been gassed, but Miller has only himself to blame.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Sorry.
Pretty sureChoosing to believe that fate was conspiring to make sure Eugenio Velez never wound up the hero of a game.
I know he only just came in, but Miller looked like he had just come in from building a couple of pyramids or something. I know he’s not a control specialist, but he was obviously doing everything he could.
I remember being in almost that exact spot (walked the bases loaded in the last inning with a slim lead against our most hated rivals), and the only difference between me and Miller (besides me being in Little League) is I gave up a shot to center field that ended up a triple play by sheer luck.
I'm as tall as Mel - why can't I hit 500 home runs?
by Ott on Aug 3, 2010 1:50 PM PDT up reply actions
Dodgers. One of the kids from that team later got drafted by the Rockies. (Never made it, and was never a real prospect to begin with.)
Fate?
I'm as tall as Mel - why can't I hit 500 home runs?
by Ott on Aug 3, 2010 1:53 PM PDT up reply actions
For some reason I have a hard time feeling bad for Miller...
No idea why…
..
Why couldn't McCovey have hit the ball just three feet higher?
yeah, did you see garrett atkins last year?
he was…….bad.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 1:38 PM PDT up reply actions
PLAYOFF 3B
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
between not getting out even one of the injured fowler, the adam eaton and the garrett atkins, the giants [justin miller] have only themselves to blame for that fiasco.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Absolutely.
And, it’s still a toss-up (for me, anyway) between that grand slam and Steve Finley’s as most devastating elimination from the playoffs I’ve witnessed in my life. Of course, there was over a month of games left, but we knew. We knew.
Also, nothing bad happened in 2002.
What a nice wallow in the mud of the past!!
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 2:02 PM PDT up reply actions
I know I'm an hour late on this
but when I looked at that graph, I said “wow, Atkins singled?”
by Andrew Martin on Aug 3, 2010 2:33 PM PDT up reply actions
Well this is unpleasent
Thank you for the subject line
"Buster's basically a 21-year-old hot-chick that's an old soul" - Barry Zito
by Prussian Creole on Aug 3, 2010 1:29 PM PDT up reply actions
That literally makes my stomach hurt.
Literally!
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 1:30 PM PDT up reply actions
Also, RIP Garko.
My Son, the best outfielder in the National League.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I am a Bochy hater and a Sabean apologist.
oh hell naw
ban his ass, Grant, ban his ass!!!
by TimLaser and MattyC on Aug 3, 2010 1:32 PM PDT up reply actions
What the fuck is a "R Garko"?
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
by scout6 on Aug 3, 2010 1:33 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
BANNED
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 1:34 PM PDT up reply actions
you bastard!
BIG 3: SF GIANTS, NY JETS, MIAMI HEAT
HATED 3: LA Dodgers, NE Patriots, MIAMI DOLPHINS
BIG 3 Players: Dwyane Wade, Brian Wilson, and Shaun Ellis
by Newcomb29(EDGE) on Aug 3, 2010 1:36 PM PDT up reply actions
"I don’t think I’ve ever heard a louder chorus of boos than when the Dodgers made the third out of the ninth. It was awesome.." - Aubrey Huff
THIS IS A PART OF OUR HISTORY
LOOK AT IT!
LOOK!
AT!
IT!
And then think about how much better the 2010 Giants are…
This?
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 Aug 3, 2010 2:06 PM PDT up reply actions 10 recs
i like this one
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
This one’s prettier.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:07 PM PDT up reply actions
MONEY DOWN THE STRETCH, NERDS
GROUGTHINK ALERT
"You all are just blinded to reality by your hatred of Armando just as the Bonds haters are." -grm
That was one of the best games I’ve ever been to. That whole series was pretty epic.
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 2:09 PM PDT up reply actions
"This is not good"
"It'll break your heart. It's designed to break your heart."
- A. Bartlett Giamatti
Oh hi there, thanks for noticing little me
"Buster's basically a 21-year-old hot-chick that's an old soul" - Barry Zito
by Prussian Creole on Aug 3, 2010 1:40 PM PDT up reply actions
Don't mind me
I’ll just stay here and eat my thistles.
"I don’t think I’ve ever heard a louder chorus of boos than when the Dodgers made the third out of the ninth. It was awesome.." - Aubrey Huff
Sweep of the Metz?
But Grant, what if I came here for the newz?
"I never watched baseball on TV. It's slow and boring. I'm not a fan. Never was." - Jeff Kent
FREE POSEY IS FREE
He has a message for you
BIG 3: SF GIANTS, NY JETS, MIAMI HEAT
HATED 3: LA Dodgers, NE Patriots, MIAMI DOLPHINS
BIG 3 Players: Dwyane Wade, Brian Wilson, and Shaun Ellis
by Newcomb29(EDGE) on Aug 3, 2010 1:36 PM PDT up reply actions
Just spotted the Airplane reference
Well done, Grant. Unfortunately, we will lose you to ESPN Insider Premium Edition soon.
"I never watched baseball on TV. It's slow and boring. I'm not a fan. Never was." - Jeff Kent
FREE POSEY IS FREE
Oh we WHAT Jimenez!? OH WE WHAT?!
My Son, the best outfielder in the National League.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I am a Bochy hater and a Sabean apologist.
Jungle love?
OH WE OH WE OH
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
You sound like an idiot Chris Berman when you do that.
Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!
by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 1:44 PM PDT up reply actions
YOU ACCIDENTALLY A WHOLE JIMENEZ
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
WHAT IF I DON'T WANT TO HIM!
My adopted son is RHP Steve Edlefsen, no longer above Gerald Posey on the catching depth chart!
WE JIMENEZ AGAIN
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 1:47 PM PDT up reply actions
you want a bag of meat?
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 1:49 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh, I can just taste those meaty leading man parts in my mouth!!!
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
That was unexpected.
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
I don’t know if I’d get in bed with a green producer with Sofia Copola. Give me a seasoned man like Robert Redford. Oh, I’d jump into bed with him in an instant. And I wouldn’t just lie there, Michael Bluth, if that’s what you’re thinking.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 1:52 PM PDT up reply actions
I can’t spell when I wake up, so forgetting one word ain’t that bad.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 1:51 PM PDT up reply actions
/hands CB30 some paper towels to clean up the Jiminez
Utter frustration and futility.
Adopted 'nephew' to the ever avuncular and always awesome Jon Miller
by Johnny Disaster on Aug 3, 2010 1:52 PM PDT up reply actions
since no one else commented on it
Giambi looks really creepy in that picture
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Lives in van. Down by the river.
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
Approves.
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com
by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 1:50 PM PDT up reply actions 4 recs
Rec'd
So optimistic I fart sunshine and rainbows.
Giants Front Office....Torture!
by Giant Torture on Aug 3, 2010 1:58 PM PDT up reply actions
RACIST
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
Looks like he belongs in this scene
Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!
by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 1:47 PM PDT up reply actions
WORST. LAPDANCE. EVER.
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
by scout6 on Aug 3, 2010 1:48 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Nicholas Cage was in leaving las vegas with Elisabeth Shue, who was in the Saint with Val Kilmer, who was in Top Gun with Tom Cruise, who was in A Few Good Men with Kevin Bacon.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 1:49 PM PDT up reply actions
Elisabeth Shue was in Cocktail with Tom Cruise who was in A Few Good Men with Kevin Bacon
The Giants don’t fare well against pitchers.
needs more Kilmer.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 2:03 PM PDT up reply actions
Kevin Bacon was in Animal house with Tom Hulce who was in Amadeus with F. Murray Abraham who was in Scarface with Al Pacino
and LOLd/fat Tom Hulce
Tom Hulce
Adopted Nut: Paraparaumu, New Zealand native, Andy Skeels
This movie was much better than I expected. It’s the sort of thing that were I flipping channels and it was on, I’d stop and watch till the end. Like National Treasures, Caddyshack, Princess Bride. My fav Cage role in a while.
Back on the market.
by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 1:57 PM PDT up reply actions
Best Cage performance in maybe forever: Kickass
Thing A
"Correlation between inability to use the reply button and general crappiness of analysis: pretty high." -Sleepy Freud
No
NO no
nonononononononononononono
Clearly you have not seen “Bad Lieutenant: Post of Call New Orleans”
Billy Hayes: His job is better than yours.
Adopting Denny Bautista until someone tells me he's already spoken for.
not that bad????
that’s like saying “the invention of fire was pretty ok”
BL:POCNO was the greatest cinematic of this era or any other and will never be surpassed
Billy Hayes: His job is better than yours.
Adopting Denny Bautista until someone tells me he's already spoken for.
The invention of fire was overrated.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:06 PM PDT up reply actions
i liked their early stuff
Billy Hayes: His job is better than yours.
Adopting Denny Bautista until someone tells me he's already spoken for.
Well, yeah. I mean, Cooked Meat was a great album.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:09 PM PDT up reply actions
They never should have gone electric.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:11 PM PDT up reply actions
You’re serious about this? I’ve had the netflix sitting on my desk for three weeks but haven’t gotten around to watching it.
dude, what in the fuck
get on that shit. it’s fucking amazing.
Billy Hayes: His job is better than yours.
Adopting Denny Bautista until someone tells me he's already spoken for.
I’m still looking forward to seeing it in a few weeks.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:04 PM PDT up reply actions
LETS TALK ABOUT INCEPTION
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
SPOILERS SPOILERS SPOILERS
I haven’t seen it.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:11 PM PDT up reply actions
how long did that conversation go on yesterday
Wait a second…that's it. That's the melody to funky town. Won't you take me down to funky town.
about 14 seconds
because it WAS A DREAM
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
Longer than Goofus’s p… well, his butter applicator.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:13 PM PDT up reply actions
Well, I’m not watching it because I’m hoping to see Citizen Kane on wheels.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:10 PM PDT up reply actions
TOO FAST!
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:14 PM PDT up reply actions
One of my main problems with it is that it pretty much used an 8 year old as a sex symbol. WalrusMan would enjoy it.
I was promised lasagna.
it worked in Leon/The Professional
Billy Hayes: His job is better than yours.
Adopting Denny Bautista until someone tells me he's already spoken for.
I would like to read your case for Hit Girl-as-sex-object because I found nothing sexy about her.
My guess is that you are speaking to her appearance, with the leather skirt and wig?
Obviously I didn’t find her sexy, because she’s freaking 8. But there’s, you know, the part where a 17 year old talks about how he’d like to do her. It’s clearly intentional.
I was promised lasagna.
well he said “I think I’m in love with her” not quite the same as “I want to do her”
Thing A
"Correlation between inability to use the reply button and general crappiness of analysis: pretty high." -Sleepy Freud
Well, a) he’s saying “I’m in love with her” about an 8 year old, and b) saying “I’m in love with her” about someone he’s seen, but never met or talked to, is kind of the same as saying “I’d do her”.
I was promised lasagna.
Really? I don’t think that’s true at all.
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
I just don’t think “love” in that context had any sexual implications. At least thats not the way I interpreted it. I think it was just an expression of how amazed and fascinated he was by an 8 year old girl beating the crap out of bad guys.
Thing A
"Correlation between inability to use the reply button and general crappiness of analysis: pretty high." -Sleepy Freud
Well, you just said “the other character present in the scene were the right amount of disgusted”. What were they disgusted about? That line clearly had sexual implications.
I was promised lasagna.
I don't think
“I think I’m in love” in that context is at all the same as “I would so fuck her”.
To wit – just the other day my roommate was telling me about this girl in his WoW guild who’s really into sports. I said something along the lines of “I think I’m in love” even though I’ve never seen, met or talked to this person, and in fact don’t know anything about her except for what my roommate told me. Suffice it to say I have no idea if I’d want to “do” her or not.
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
not actual love?
a commentary on the rarity of women who share my particular passions?
not taking everything super literally?
a colloquialism?
pick one.
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
how is it not?
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
Because you didn’t see her, and was (jokingly) basing your comment on her “sharing your particular passions”, which is pretty much the complete opposite of that scenario?
I was promised lasagna.
but it's not
it was meant in the same way. Dude wasn’t serious.
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
I mean
I just want to make sure I understand you here. Are you saying that “I think I’m in love” = “I want to do her” just because he’d seen her briefly?
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
Dude, he saw her beating up bad guys, its not like he was watching her trying to act sexy or anything. I’m pretty certain it was a fascination/admiration thing than a sexual thing. I’m a little unclear still on how you make that leap.
Thing A
"Correlation between inability to use the reply button and general crappiness of analysis: pretty high." -Sleepy Freud
don't you understand
love = sex ALWAYS.
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
oh come on, I think we’re just having a little trouble understanding how you got to that interpretation.
Thing A
"Correlation between inability to use the reply button and general crappiness of analysis: pretty high." -Sleepy Freud
yeah
I mean if he’d said “oh wow she’s hot” or some such I think we’d all be agreeing with you.
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
In that context, it seems like an expression of admiration more than romantic love.
GROUGTHINK ALERT
"You all are just blinded to reality by your hatred of Armando just as the Bonds haters are." -grm
this
You’ve really never heard that expression in that context before?
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 pretty sure it was
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
Todd: Yeah! I think I’m in love with her, dude.
Marty: She looks like she’s about 11 years old but…
Todd: I can wait! I solemnly vow to save myself for her.
The context is clearly sexual. Otherwise it makes no sense. Obviously he’s at least a little bit joking, but that doesn’t make it not creepy.
I was promised lasagna.
That's 100% joke
GROUGTHINK ALERT
"You all are just blinded to reality by your hatred of Armando just as the Bonds haters are." -grm
I still don't see
how you get that he’s sexually attracted to her from this.
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
Wow, I dont about that. I disagree that thats what that means. I also thought the other character present in the scene were the right amount of disgusted, amused and surprised by his statement.
Thing A
"Correlation between inability to use the reply button and general crappiness of analysis: pretty high." -Sleepy Freud
I think Hit-Girl was conceived as a commentary on female sexualization in comics, so it’s not a totally mindless choice. I only think that, though. I don’t exactly remember where I saw that, and I haven’t read the source material.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:26 PM PDT up reply actions
For all I know, in fact, I made it up.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:27 PM PDT up reply actions
/edits wikipedia.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:32 PM PDT up reply actions
well yea, but we’re you really expecting anything more from a movie called Kickass? If so thats your own fault
Thing A
"Correlation between inability to use the reply button and general crappiness of analysis: pretty high." -Sleepy Freud
Great caption.
My adopted son is RHP Steve Edlefsen, no longer above Gerald Posey on the catching depth chart!
I thought the “Airplane” quote really summed it up.
More than half the time, Grant really says all that needs to be said about a situation, an image or PiKA.
This
Plus there’s the fact that Airplane! is a really freaking awesome movie.
My adopted son is RHP Steve Edlefsen, no longer above Gerald Posey on the catching depth chart!
I kinda think Grant commented on it
with his caption, y’know.
"I don’t think I’ve ever heard a louder chorus of boos than when the Dodgers made the third out of the ninth. It was awesome.." - Aubrey Huff
Tim Allen!
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 Aug 3, 2010 1:47 PM PDT up reply actions
I’m just z-ing through the “Tuesday Rockpile” and why did I stumble upon a discussion of moving Troy Tulowitzki to first??
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
LOL
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by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 1:53 PM PDT up reply actions
But at least Pablos is in the midst of year long slump, what has Tulo done except be a good SS?
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by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 1:54 PM PDT up reply actions
Bastard had the nerve to get injured.
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
uh.....
I don’t know. I don’t read the comments in the pile a whole lot.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 1:54 PM PDT up reply actions
SAEV HIS LEGS
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
that's our classical guy
he’s about 200 years old and wants to give our MI “prospects” a chance to play. Also, we don’t have a 1B for the first time in forever :-(
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
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Yes, you do. He’s in LF most of the time.
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
the Jim Tracy Way
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
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Wait, I guess I mean RF.
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
Yeah, he’s a terrible OFer, and has some experience at 1B.
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
answer for everything right here
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
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So Easy.
Even a cave man can do it.
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.
For old times sake
Go Giants!
Ask me about my blog.
by xanthan on Aug 3, 2010 1:52 PM PDT reply actions 5 recs
Rec on principle
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
that would suck.
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.
Shift-A
There’s baseball today? I’m surprised the entire sports world didn’t shut down with Favre announcing his retirement.
"Dodger fans aren’t happy when foul balls get into their section, because it interferes with their playing with the beachball"- Mike Krukow
Not real baseball
Just teams on the West Coast.
So optimistic I fart sunshine and rainbows.
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by Giant Torture on Aug 3, 2010 1:57 PM PDT up reply actions
Not real baseball
Just teams on the back country trash from the West Coast trying to figure out what baseball is.
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by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 1:59 PM PDT up reply actions
The NL West would get destroyed by the triple-A East Coast teams!
"I never watched baseball on TV. It's slow and boring. I'm not a fan. Never was." - Jeff Kent
FREE POSEY IS FREE
And triple-A players aren’t that good, or else they’d be in the majors.
"I never watched baseball on TV. It's slow and boring. I'm not a fan. Never was." - Jeff Kent
FREE POSEY IS FREE
Actually, they'd be promoted to AA ball, where the really tough pitching is.
Better to be a Giants fan than an Athletic supporter!
True
But only the Yankees and Red Sox AAA teams. Everyone knows they’re the best.
So optimistic I fart sunshine and rainbows.
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by Giant Torture on Aug 3, 2010 2:02 PM PDT up reply actions
We know they’re the best because they say they’re the best.
"I never watched baseball on TV. It's slow and boring. I'm not a fan. Never was." - Jeff Kent
FREE POSEY IS FREE
That, and
ESPN told me so.
So optimistic I fart sunshine and rainbows.
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by Giant Torture on Aug 3, 2010 2:07 PM PDT up reply actions
Understandable
I mean it’s the Seals v. the Oaks…but I heard those Dimaggio brothers are pretty good.
Retirement till end of training camp.
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 1:58 PM PDT up reply actions
Bah
Carlos Gonzalez was named NL Player of the Week for last week
They could be Giants...but not really.
when do they announce player of the month?
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Probably next week, right?
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by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:00 PM PDT up reply actions
he has a great case for that award as well
9 HR and a 1.150 OPS
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Buster Posey
.417/.466/.699/1.165
at catcher while not playing half his games at Coors
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
I don't wanna go there
also, Cargo has CYCLE. EVERYONE loves a CYCLE
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
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Buster had a 21 game hitting streak.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
I said great case, I'm not gonna cry if Buster wins because he probably should.
Remember, I was the guy being all sympathetic and shit when you guys re-signed Bengie?
I love what Buster is doing, seriously.
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
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we actually had a big argument about CarGo the other day
I was on his side.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
see? we can get along
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
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seriously though
we’d be glad to take him off your hands.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
well, considering your GM
you’d have to give us the Golden gate bridge, and likely would throw in Alcatraz for free
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
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LOL at lame nick name
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by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:10 PM PDT up reply actions
LOL that’s been his nickname since he was with the A’s.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:13 PM PDT up reply actions
To be fair to the broader MCC community
I was really the only person who wasn’t on CarGo’s side.
TOO MANY K’S, NOT ENOUGH WALKS, BABIP!
My Son, the best outfielder in the National League.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I am a Bochy hater and a Sabean apologist.
Speaking of Bengie-
Anyone else look at his line (in Texas recently)?
.194/ .225/ .328
he’s actually worse!
Adopted Nut: Paraparaumu, New Zealand native, Andy Skeels
I wonder how many games the Giants would have won in July
w/ Bengie at C instead of Buster.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Reverse record?
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by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:21 PM PDT up reply actions
I don't know
But I’ll bet he would have hit 4th in half of them.
So optimistic I fart sunshine and rainbows.
Giants Front Office....Torture!
by Giant Torture on Aug 3, 2010 2:22 PM PDT up reply actions
None.
THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME (for 3 days in 1995).
by Mike Benjamin Hit King on Aug 3, 2010 7:15 PM PDT up reply actions
John Shea on KNBR
Bengie is not as bad as he was in late June and Posey is not as good as he was in July
wow
Buster isn’t going to hit .419 every month? You’re kidding me!!!
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
LIES AND HERESY
GROUGTHINK ALERT
"You all are just blinded to reality by your hatred of Armando just as the Bonds haters are." -grm
hey guys how's it
oh, my bad.
It's Johnnie Walker inside.
by Lies and Perfidy on Aug 3, 2010 3:19 PM PDT up reply actions
Buster caught back to back shutouts.
AND HAD A 21 GAME HITTING STREAK.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:07 PM PDT up reply actions
Buster Posey
Is the Baseball Jesus
So optimistic I fart sunshine and rainbows.
Giants Front Office....Torture!
by Giant Torture on Aug 3, 2010 2:03 PM PDT up reply actions
Buster ain't havin' it.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:04 PM PDT up reply actions
Posey only has 7 HRs
but a 1.165 OPS while mostly playing catcher.
"I don’t think I’ve ever heard a louder chorus of boos than when the Dodgers made the third out of the ninth. It was awesome.." - Aubrey Huff
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MLB_Player_of_the_Month
Wow…Bonds has 13 of em. Way more than anyone else.
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:01 PM PDT up reply actions
Looks like the announcements have been on the 2nd and 3rd so far this year. Admittedly I have only been able to find two press releases so far….
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:03 PM PDT up reply actions
Please MLB, get something right
and do away with the humidor. It’s total BS and is abused to a horrible degree. You don’t alter the balls. You want baseball in the mountains? Then deal with baseball in the mountains.
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 1:59 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
Ah this reminds me
One of my least favorite (among many) things about games at Coors: humidor whining/arguments
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Well the stats do back up the claim that the Rockies work the humidor and have been since it was implemented.
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:02 PM PDT up reply actions
The claim can be backed up using statistical analysis.
The stats just sit there impassively waiting to be compared with damned lies.
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:04 PM PDT up reply actions
Aren't all statistics lies?
At least that’s what Bruce Bochy told me.
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by Giant Torture on Aug 3, 2010 2:05 PM PDT up reply actions
You know Mel Gibson claims his father has the facts to back a certain claim of his?
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by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:06 PM PDT up reply actions
But you will blow me first!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 2:07 PM PDT up reply actions
As long as it doesn’t favor a specific team, what’s the harm in it?
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
Because it does favor one team…the home team…the one that has access to the baseballs and has opportunity to choose which ones get given to the home plate ump during the innings.
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:05 PM PDT up reply actions
What are the stats that prove this?
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Baldur’s Gate 2: Harry Potter’s Underwear and Robust Panties?
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
I’m searching google for the article. It was a couple years ago, IIRC. It showed splits of scoring for the Rockies/Opponents and was pretty damning.
It’s not hard to find, I guess. I’m not a baseball ref whiz, but I suspect if you were to look at Coors field scoring splits since 2002, it would be pretty obvious.
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:09 PM PDT up reply actions
Here we go:
year:
home rs/ra
away rs/ra
2002:
498/491
280/407
2003:
517/450
336/442
2004:
496/532
337/391
2005:
451/447
289/415
2006:
456/413
357/399
2007:
478/396
382/362
2008:
411/420
336/402
2009:
464/379
340/336
2010:
314/237
195/228
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:18 PM PDT up reply actions
Unfortunately, a complete study would also look at all 30 teams, not just one.
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by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:20 PM PDT up reply actions
I understand this. I don’t know how to do all 30 teams quickly.
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:22 PM PDT up reply actions
Since Texas is similar to the Rockies (I think) I grabbed a few of their seasons randomly:
2006:
428/413
407/371
2007:
421/400
395/444
2008:
485/511
416/456
2009:
426/367
358/373
2010:
311/233
213/201
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:28 PM PDT up reply actions
Can’t include 2010 just yet. But a lot of this could be do to competition level and playing in more similar parks.
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by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:30 PM PDT up reply actions
Padres
2006:
315/337
416/342
2007:
323/278
418388
2008:
289/332
348/432
2009:
278/321
360/448
2010:
248/175
210/187
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:30 PM PDT up reply actions
If you have a BP subscription, check out the series of articles starting here. It covers a lot of that ground for you.
If you don’t, the quick summary is that home field advantage is pretty universal and affects everything (pitching and hitting), but the Rockies do hold an edge over everyone else. The author (Matt Swartz) thinks it probably has to do with the difficulty of adjusting to the altitude affects. So that part, at least, is in your favor. But you have a long ways to go from there to prove the Rockies are doing something illegal to gain the advantage.
I'm as tall as Mel - why can't I hit 500 home runs?
by Ott on Aug 3, 2010 2:28 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah
there just might be something particularly weird about the Rockies splits. But that doesn’t mean the ONLY explanation for it is the Rockies cheating with the humidor.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
True, but it is the most obvious answer. It’s also not very hard to send in certain balls depending on who is batting.
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:33 PM PDT up reply actions
It’s the answer you WANT to be the answer. That doesn’t make it the most obvious answer.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
seriously
I think teams having trouble adjusting to the altitude makes WAY more sense, especially since 3 of their division opponents play at sea level.
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
This is a compelling argument that is very likely a factor.
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:40 PM PDT up reply actions
THIS
I don’t think it’s necessary to prove malfeasance on the part of the Rockies. The simple fact that the Rockies are capable of cheating with the humidor, and can’t prove demonstrably that they aren’t cheating, is reason enough to discontinue use of the humidor, or at the very least, alter the way it’s used and who controls its use.
My understanding is that, as is the case with every MLB home team, the Rockies keep all game balls in their possession (said to generally be about 75-90 per game), until they are handed over to the home plate umpire (I believe in batches of about a dozen at a time) during the game.
So if the Rockies at home are the ones with total control over all game balls, then one can’t help but be suspicious that they would at least be tempted to have a separate batch or two set aside of non-humidor’d balls to give to the ump when the Rockies are batting and a rally is needed.
If they CAN do it, who’s to say they aren’t? The burden of proof is on them.
Why couldn't McCovey have hit the ball just three feet higher?
You do know that pretty much all teams perform significantly better at home? This really tells us nothing.
I'm as tall as Mel - why can't I hit 500 home runs?
by Ott on Aug 3, 2010 2:20 PM PDT up reply actions
Is this just straight up Rockies RS/RA?
Because most teams hit better at home and the fact that Coors is a big hitter’s park would only exacerbate that.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Ah, but
Coors could explain the RS, but not the RA. They should be allowing a lot more runs at home.
My Son, the best outfielder in the National League.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I am a Bochy hater and a Sabean apologist.
Exactly. And if they are scoring that many more at home, then the road stats should be more in line.
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:24 PM PDT up reply actions
Maybe they are better fucking team! They did play a significant chunk of games against lowly clubs with poor hitting.
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by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:27 PM PDT up reply actions
Giants
2006
382/388
364/402
2007
336/361
347/359
2008
314/401
326/358
2009
358/292
299/319
2010
217/166
252/219
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
And that all looks about right.
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:32 PM PDT up reply actions
I dunno what you see
But it seems to me that there shouldn’t be such a big discrepancy between the home and away splits as we are seeing. In many cases they are outscoring the opponent at home but a fair margin but are getting outscored on the road. This isn’t kosher.
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:20 PM PDT up reply actions
It’s useless without the stats for other teams.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
No it isn’t. It’s pretty clear that at home they pitch much better than their opponents but on the road they are much worse. It’s a huge swing.
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:23 PM PDT up reply actions
and taking a look at some of those early 2000's rosters
is also going to shed some light.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 2:27 PM PDT up reply actions
needs less post hoc ergo propter hoc.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 2:22 PM PDT up reply actions
2009 Giants
358/292
299/319
2008 Giants
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by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:25 PM PDT up reply actions
Other thing to consider. The roxkies are really the only high altitude team. Mayne their training/coaching staff has figured a few tricks to pitching in thin air that the pitching can refine b/c they are always there.
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by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:32 PM PDT up reply actions
I don't really care
But please tell me that we are not going to post the home and away run differential for all 30 teams in the past 5 years…
Yeah
Let’s stop this before it goes too far.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
No!
Let’s beat it into the ground until everyone who even glances at the comments is so sick of it they mock whoever brings it up again.
GROUGTHINK ALERT
"You all are just blinded to reality by your hatred of Armando just as the Bonds haters are." -grm
Actually this is not a bad idea
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
109
"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
"You can shake a dozen glove men out of a tree, but the bat separates the men from the boys." - Washington Senators First baseman Dale Long
Proud papa to: Bill Schlough, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, aka the IT guy.
Is this why there were at least 500 new comments made while I was driving from Vallejo to San Rafael?
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 3:41 PM PDT up reply actions
Pre-humidor
2001:
554/531
369/375
2000:
633/531
335/366
1999:
572/626
334/402
1998:
526/505
300/350
1997:
545/501
378/407
1996:
658/559
303/405
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:37 PM PDT up reply actions
1996 is bizarre
the rest look fairly consistent.
And holy shit was there a lot of scoring pre-humidor. Ugh.
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:38 PM PDT up reply actions
What this proves:
That the Rockies play fairly even games at home and get killed on the road (although not as badly now as prior to 2007). Maybe the explanation here isn’t that they’re cheating at home, but that the altitude effects actually put them at a disadvantage on the road?
Bazinga!
man, john miller throws out a remark and you run with it, don't you?
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by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 2:05 PM PDT up reply actions
Read about it two years ago.
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by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:05 PM PDT up reply actions
I am sensing that Jon Miller : Rockies fans :: Dinger :: Giants fans
In which case, I am speechless. This seems like baseless hate that only Raiders fans and vinScullySucks can claim.
no, not really.
you have to admire the man for not tossing Joe Morgan out of the window on the booth long ago. Or maybe not.
But basically he was the only person with national credibility who brought it up. And that was a month ago. And this is the only place I hear anyone still talking about it.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 2:12 PM PDT up reply actions
Not cool dude, comparing me to Raider Fans.
The San Francisco Giants must win at least one World Series before I die.
by vinScullySucks on Aug 3, 2010 2:35 PM PDT up reply actions
Either way, I’m still offended. I’m not some road warrior reject face painted thug, just because I don’t like the broadcasting style of Vin Scully. Besides I’m a 49ers fan. For a place that places so much emphasis on numbers, facts and proof for arguments, there is a lot of pronouncements of purely subjective opinions as absolute fact around here. A lot of things in life come down to personal preference and I think for such things the only thing people can reasonably ask of others is that they try things before passing judgment. I’m a Giants fan living in LA for 10 years and I’ve heard Scully plenty, and I can’t stand him. You have your opinion, I have mine. No need to resort to name calling.
The San Francisco Giants must win at least one World Series before I die.
by vinScullySucks on Aug 3, 2010 2:57 PM PDT up reply actions
I’m glad y’all are having a nice time here, but say one bad word about Jon Miller and you’re gone.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
She wields it well
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
John Miller is fat and bald
But still the best radio announcer in America, and the world’s most interesting man. Also, an inspiration to all of us fat and bald men of America.
So optimistic I fart sunshine and rainbows.
Giants Front Office....Torture!
by Giant Torture on Aug 3, 2010 2:09 PM PDT up reply actions
But still the best radio announcer in America
Huh.
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
He does the Giants Radio broadcast and ESPN TV
Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!
by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:11 PM PDT up reply actions
I am very familiar with Jon Miller on TV, never heard him call a radio game.
I may have to do that
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
It’s a lot better than the ESPN broadcasts. Miles better.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:13 PM PDT up reply actions
I'll have to try this, thanks
consider my opinion of Miller suspended in lieu of further evidence
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
And on ESPN he has the JMDF.
/joe morgan drag factor/
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 2:15 PM PDT up reply actions
He's truly brilliant
He paints a beautiful picture of the action, has great pipes, isn’t afraid to crticize the home team, tells great stories that are relevent to what’s going on in the present and is absolutely, positively hilarious. His humor ranges from absurd to high-brow, but he’s always making me laugh.
Proudly adopted Aubrey Huff. You can't beat that!
by Goofus on Aug 3, 2010 2:17 PM PDT up reply actions 8 recs
+109
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:17 PM PDT up reply actions
rec'd
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Part of the reason I haven’t bothered getting a cable box at school yet is because listening to the games is such a joy.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
One of the reasons why I’m not too bummed out about not having cable at school is because it means I get to listen to Jon and Flem.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:20 PM PDT up reply actions
Exactly. When we play poorly he makes you laugh. Great to listen to. I cancelled MLBdotcom and just listen. Way better.
by GiantMalcontent on Aug 3, 2010 2:44 PM PDT up reply actions
/muzia’s life is incomplete/
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 2:13 PM PDT up reply actions
$10 will get you At Bat for iPhone or Android and you can listen to home or away broadcasts for every game (at least on Android you can.)
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com
by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 2:15 PM PDT up reply actions
I have mlb.tv
I’ll just listen to a Giants game next time instead of watching
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
I think you can do radio feeds wlb.tv
Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!
by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:18 PM PDT up reply actions
Who the fuck is better?
Have you heard to Rockies announcers? With all of their history they’ve been doing it for what a week, and spend half their time discussing John Elway.
So optimistic I fart sunshine and rainbows.
Giants Front Office....Torture!
by Giant Torture on Aug 3, 2010 2:11 PM PDT up reply actions
Yes. I’ll put him & Dave up against anyone who’s EVER called a game, and he’ll place near the top.
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com
by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 2:12 PM PDT up reply actions
Do not say bad things about Jon Miller within earshot of the McCoven.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:08 PM PDT up reply actions
I've had the same question long before Miller ever brought it up
The question is this: How do we know the Rockies aren’t cheating?
It’s a fair question. I think that’s why Miller brought it up.
Why couldn't McCovey have hit the ball just three feet higher?
I say as long the balls are in the humidor, the bats go in a water bath.
Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!
by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:01 PM PDT up reply actions
Disagree
It gives a Rockie a huuuge advantage in counting stats. See: Barry Bonds’ 100 home run season.
My Son, the best outfielder in the National League.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I am a Bochy hater and a Sabean apologist.
Seriously, we do not want to go back to a 2000 Coors environment.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Can we go back to a pre 1993 expansion?
Imagine, no Rockies, no Marlins. :-)
The San Francisco Giants must win at least one World Series before I die.
by vinScullySucks on Aug 3, 2010 2:10 PM PDT up reply actions
Unfortunately the Giants are still in the same division with the Braves.
No one here gets out alive.
I think the Giants can take the Braves without the Rockies rolling over for them 13 times.
The San Francisco Giants must win at least one World Series before I die.
by vinScullySucks on Aug 3, 2010 2:21 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh goody....here we go....lame
"The one constant through all the years, Ray, has been baseball."-Terrence Mann
"You can learn a lot just by watching"-Yogi Berra (thanks to pedalpusher)
"Was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor?!" Ubaldo, Tulo, Hawpe and Spilly say "Germans?"
QPU Member #4, YHEG Member #4, Proud Member PR Gynocracy
Deal with baseball in the mountains?
You mean by adapting to the lower humidity and making the balls come within MLB standards (which they didn’t pre-humidor)? You mean by having MLB inspect the humidor every two or three weeks and keep a camera on the ball bag in the dugout? Sounds like a great idea. You should stick it in Bud’s suggestion box.
Bazinga!
NO U!
/grabs Howie’s suggestion box
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 3:03 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm not worried
Wayne Rooney, 1/27/10: Cometh The Hour, Cometh The Man
Green and Gold Till the Club is Sold- LUHG
"If City play a game against United for 89 minutes, maybe they’ll have a chance." -King Eric Cantona
by Useful_Idiot on Aug 3, 2010 2:01 PM PDT reply actions 19 recs
The Awesomeness is awesome
wreck’d
So optimistic I fart sunshine and rainbows.
Giants Front Office....Torture!
by Giant Torture on Aug 3, 2010 2:02 PM PDT up reply actions
rec'd
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:03 PM PDT up reply actions
Beautiful
Can I get a copy for framing?
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 2:20 PM PDT up reply actions
One of the best images I’ve ever seen on MCC and that’s saying a lot
"Buster's basically a 21-year-old hot-chick that's an old soul" - Barry Zito
by Prussian Creole on Aug 3, 2010 2:30 PM PDT up reply actions
Looking ahead
I am glad Timmy is pitching a night game in Atlanta. Its is blazing hot down here in the deep south right now. It got to 105 where I am yesterday and 104 today, with high humidity. I bet we empty the benches for that day game on Sunday.
Helton sighting
Spilborghs LF
Helton 1B
Gonzalez CF
Tulowitzki SS
Mora 3B
Olivo C
Hawpe RF
Barmes 2B
Cook P
They could be Giants...but not really.
because hitting 2nd makes total sense.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 2:20 PM PDT up reply actions
we've had Mora cleanup about a dozen times.
i’d almost rather see that than helton in the 2 hole right now.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 2:24 PM PDT up reply actions
Freddy Sanchez
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Professional hitter
How dare you insult a man who is hitting .197/.239/.197 in the second half?
GROUGTHINK ALERT
"You all are just blinded to reality by your hatred of Armando just as the Bonds haters are." -grm
don't forget Mora 5th
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
Wow
I will agree you have every right to be upset.
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
he's probably going to miss this series, resting his ribs
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
Same.
And I am filled with acute, irrational anger when I see it as Ramona & Beezus when it’s clearly t’other way around!
Never heard of him.
"Dodger fans aren’t happy when foul balls get into their section, because it interferes with their playing with the beachball"- Mike Krukow
Thats because the he is a she
BIG 3: SF GIANTS, NY JETS, MIAMI HEAT
HATED 3: LA Dodgers, NE Patriots, MIAMI DOLPHINS
BIG 3 Players: Dwyane Wade, Brian Wilson, and Shaun Ellis
by Newcomb29(EDGE) on Aug 3, 2010 2:22 PM PDT up reply actions
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com
by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 2:23 PM PDT up reply actions
Fuck this shit! This is the reason our movie tixs are 9 to 10 dollars a pop!
Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!
by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:28 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah, standard prices are like $12 in SF.
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com
by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 2:32 PM PDT up reply actions
I haven’t been in a while but iMax here (Philly) is 18 and I go to Cherry Hill for the regular movies b/c all the Philly theaters are in really crappy locations.
Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!
by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:33 PM PDT up reply actions
I believe it was positiveeuphemism who said that 3-D was the future of movies.
To him, I submit this by way of counterargument.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 3:44 PM PDT up reply actions
Uh, everyone might want to refresh the thread.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Sorry.
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 2:36 PM PDT up reply actions
i don't think that was your fault.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 2:39 PM PDT up reply actions
No need to apologize
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
/constructs a Natto out of paper, masking tape and Howie tears
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 2:37 PM PDT up reply actions
Never!
GROUGTHINK ALERT
"You all are just blinded to reality by your hatred of Armando just as the Bonds haters are." -grm
sorry guys.
we kind of celebrated the freedom of speech a little too…….wrongly?
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 2:38 PM PDT up reply actions
ouch.
harsh. but fair.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 2:43 PM PDT up reply actions
It’s not freedom of speech if it’s not your website, though.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 3:45 PM PDT up reply actions
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I was just saying that Grant controls our freedom of things.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 3:50 PM PDT up reply actions
I DON'T BELIEVE YOU
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
/high five
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
Awww, I want to know what happened.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 3:49 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh, I see.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 3:51 PM PDT up reply actions
Some weirdo wouldn’t stop posting pictures of himself.
GROUGTHINK ALERT
"You all are just blinded to reality by your hatred of Armando just as the Bonds haters are." -grm
Weird.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:00 PM PDT up reply actions
JeffFletcherAOL
Brad Pitt now standing on the mound. Don’t tell Dallas Braden. #moneyball
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
LOL.
Of course Brad wasn’t there when I was freezing my ass off at 4 a.m. to help him film his stupid movie.
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 2:38 PM PDT up reply actions
HEY ANOTHER MOVIE THAT IS ONLY GOING TO RAISE PRICES!
Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!
by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:39 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm actually pretty excited for this movie
Hopefully it will bring more SABR to the masses in a way that a nerd-book couldn’t do.
My Son, the best outfielder in the National League.
My rule for the 2010 Giants: Everyone with an OPS over .800 gets a pass.
I am a Bochy hater and a Sabean apologist.
It’s written how the masses have interpreted the book. It’s not about exploiting inefficiencies — the “Moneyball” concept — it’s about David fighting Goliath because he found the secret formula, in this case on base percentage. The two ideas are actually pretty similar (OBP was the inefficiency, after all) but it just sorta boils down to “Ahh, I know the trick!”
Hey Muzia
So, this one time, at the bed and breakfast in ………
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
Best. Story. Ever.
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 2:38 PM PDT up reply actions
And then at the fountain of Trevi
Matt Graham is an anagram for .... why don't you ask the scrabble expert!
by say hey nation on Aug 3, 2010 2:40 PM PDT up reply actions
lol I remember this
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
Just thinking about Grant's comment about posts being his children
and how off-topics are like pokes…
I have no idea how to describe this thread
Democracy . . .
. . . at its best.
Messy.
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 3:10 PM PDT up reply actions
5 game road trip?
weird.
"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
"You can shake a dozen glove men out of a tree, but the bat separates the men from the boys." - Washington Senators First baseman Dale Long
Proud papa to: Bill Schlough, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, aka the IT guy.
6 game
2 in Colorado, 4 in Atlanta.
GROUGTHINK ALERT
"You all are just blinded to reality by your hatred of Armando just as the Bonds haters are." -grm
Because we haven’t played enough 4 game series yet
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 2:48 PM PDT up reply actions
ah, thanks
I miscounted. I don’t think I’d ever seen a 5 game roadie.
Still waiting.
"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
"You can shake a dozen glove men out of a tree, but the bat separates the men from the boys." - Washington Senators First baseman Dale Long
Proud papa to: Bill Schlough, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, aka the IT guy.
Colorado and Atlanta is a weird combo.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
I'm going to show myself out now.
sorry for, you know, the thing earlier. with the c word. ….yeah.
The OT: All that AND a bag of meat.
by frightened inmate #2 on Aug 3, 2010 2:47 PM PDT reply actions
is it ironic
that on a day when two PRers came to hang out with the McCoven for a few hours, it was them who offended us with their language choices?
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
He packed his suitcase and kissed his kids goodbye
"I never watched baseball on TV. It's slow and boring. I'm not a fan. Never was." - Jeff Kent
FREE POSEY IS FREE
I think they went a little crazy when they were free from the PR language restraints.
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 2:51 PM PDT up reply actions
Nouveau cursing
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 2:52 PM PDT up reply actions
It’s one of those Segue kind of words, isn’t 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
maymay
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 2:58 PM PDT up reply actions
you know, in chinese, May May means young girls. Just saying.
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
/pew pew
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 2:59 PM PDT up reply actions
I've been trying to get my wife to model that gif
no luck so far
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
I believe some alcohol may need to be involved.
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 3:01 PM PDT up reply actions
she’s alcohol intolerant =/
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
Eh you don't understand
2 sips of beer and she breaks out all red, throws up, and is done for the night. Trust me, ungood.
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
She’s probably already tried this but a lot of my friends who have the same intolerance find taking pepcid before hand means they can have at least a couple drinks without any bad reactions.
"Buster's basically a 21-year-old hot-chick that's an old soul" - Barry Zito
by Prussian Creole on Aug 3, 2010 3:19 PM PDT up reply actions
did I mention she also throws up to medication? She had wisdom tooth extraction 6 years ago. Instead of taking the Vicodins the doctors precribed for her, he dealt with the pain cause she didn’t want to throw up the entire 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
Wife gets unbelievably car sick...
result…wife drives…I have to sit in the back with my 9 month old daughter…
Waiting for the laughter
my wife threw up in the theatre watching Bourne Supremacy ...
Wait, do we have the same wife? :O
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
Wow, that’s awful. Especially the pain part.
"Buster's basically a 21-year-old hot-chick that's an old soul" - Barry Zito
by Prussian Creole on Aug 3, 2010 3:28 PM PDT up reply actions
Well, Vicodin sucks, so good for her.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 3:52 PM PDT up reply actions
That came out unintentionally sadistic. I didn’t mean it like that. I just don’t like Vicodin.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 3:53 PM PDT up reply actions
People on McCovey Chronicles who might be Dr. House:
howtheyscored
GROUGTHINK ALERT
"You all are just blinded to reality by your hatred of Armando just as the Bonds haters are." -grm
So then it stands to hold that I'm one of the other three.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:01 PM PDT up reply actions
Stands to hold? Am I saying that right?
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:02 PM PDT up reply actions
But what about all the other characters! Wilson, Cuddy, Thirteen, Kutner, Taub, Stacy, Cutthroat Bitch, Big Love, the detective guy, Lukas, Bosley, and Grumpy are all up for grabs!
American Heroes: Joe Pavelski, Buster Posey, David Backes
Proud member of the "Doug Wilson for Governor" Club
Fools and Sages
So what's the consensus here
Is Cuddy hot?
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
YES
I’d hit it two times
Or do you mean Michael Cuddyer?
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
NOT AZN
GROUGTHINK ALERT
"You all are just blinded to reality by your hatred of Armando just as the Bonds haters are." -grm
Wait, I’m not the one who cares about that.
nm
GROUGTHINK ALERT
"You all are just blinded to reality by your hatred of Armando just as the Bonds haters are." -grm
jctgrouger
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:15 PM PDT up reply actions
Yes.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 4:22 PM PDT up reply actions
That’s where she played a transsexual, right? Because that’s what I see whenever she’s on some other show.
I DON'T BELIEVE YOU
I tweet (more often than I blarg).
…and now that word in Firefly makes sense to me, nine years later.
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com
by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 3:02 PM PDT up reply actions
like anyone would want to ‘r’ her
"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
"You can shake a dozen glove men out of a tree, but the bat separates the men from the boys." - Washington Senators First baseman Dale Long
Proud papa to: Bill Schlough, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, aka the IT guy.
Yes, I have a rape horn, Michael. Because YOU took away my mace.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
Hey, Stankus,
drop me a line so I can send you a ticket.
gallo
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 3:12 PM PDT up reply actions
The only thing I am looking forward two in this series is the fact that it is only a two-game series
CF Torres, 2B Sanchez, RF Huff, LF Burrell, 1B Ishikawa, 3B Sandoval, SS Renteria, LHP Sanchez.
"I AIN'T HAVIN IT." - Buster Posey
oh god the wild kingdom defense in Colorado
This will end well
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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
Well, you have the Three-True-Outcomes pitcher in Sanchez going so it shouldn’t be that big a problem.
The San Francisco Giants must win at least one World Series before I die.
by vinScullySucks on Aug 3, 2010 3:04 PM PDT up reply actions
No catcher?
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
CF Torres
2B F. Sanchez
RF Huff
C Posey
LF Burrell
1B Ishikawa
3B Sandoval
SS Renteria
P J. Sanchez
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
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It's a lefty righty thing
I think.
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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
What is this logic bullshit
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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
NO ONE LIKES SENSE
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 2:58 PM PDT up reply actions
If it don’t make dollars, it don’t make sense.
The Magic is inside all of us.
Proud father of the man taking your hard-earned money.
“Who am I? Why am I here?” – Admiral Stockdale
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 3:01 PM PDT up reply actions
I guess cause Ishikawa is better on the road this year?
Home: .195/.233/.293And he hit a grand slam last time the Giants were in CO!
Road: .368/.422/.526
If only they could platoon 2009 Ishikawa at home and 2010 Ishikawa on the road!
"I don’t think I’ve ever heard a louder chorus of boos than when the Dodgers made the third out of the ninth. It was awesome.." - Aubrey Huff
Who? Who?
American Heroes: Joe Pavelski, Buster Posey, David Backes
Proud member of the "Doug Wilson for Governor" Club
Fools and Sages
HOLY SHIT!
American Heroes: Joe Pavelski, Buster Posey, David Backes
Proud member of the "Doug Wilson for Governor" Club
Fools and Sages
GREAT SCOTT
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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
You mean platoonium?
"I don’t think I’ve ever heard a louder chorus of boos than when the Dodgers made the third out of the ninth. It was awesome.." - Aubrey Huff
Baggs
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com
by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 2:53 PM PDT up reply actions
STEVE HOLT!
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com
by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 2:54 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh sure, if you want to do it the easy way.
The Magic is inside all of us.
Proud father of the man taking your hard-earned money.
The fact that Jonathan Sanchez hasn’t yet outgrown the need for a catcher makes me believe he’ll never be an ace.
GROUGTHINK ALERT
"You all are just blinded to reality by your hatred of Armando just as the Bonds haters are." -grm
4th starter, at best
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
He won’t need one if they hit all of his pitches into the bleachers
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 2:55 PM PDT up reply actions
He has thrown to Posey once or twice, right? I figure if we need to rest Posey every so often, Sanchy’s starts are as good a time as any.
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
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by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 2:56 PM PDT up reply actions
Posey just had a day off though
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
F. Sanchez: .262/.320/.317 overall, .197/.239/.197 since the ASB
Renteria: .284/.346/.376 overall, .234/.333/.426 since the ASB
why
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
BORK!
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
He’s a “2 hole” type of player.
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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
twss
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
HE LOOKS LIKE A NO 2 HITTER
which is also how he has been hitting.
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
July 8th:
The date of Franchez’s last XBH.
"I don’t think I’ve ever heard a louder chorus of boos than when the Dodgers made the third out of the ninth. It was awesome.." - Aubrey Huff
thanks for the homer pat, but nate should be playing in this game over you. the few times it’s not a walk or a strikeout, the rox are gonna hit the ball hard in the gaps
Nate comes in in the 6th.
Back on the market.
by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 2:55 PM PDT up reply actions
hokysmokes will tell you
that Burrell hits very well in Coors Field.
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
but he needs at least 72 hours of rest to do so
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
MONEY DOWN THE STRETCH NERD
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
If Burrell were really horrible
He would hit the backstop!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 2:56 PM PDT up reply actions
It's like the hokeysmokes greatest hits record.
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
This explains it.
extrabaggs Pat Burrell is 13-for-22 against Aaron Cook. Explains the Giants’ “Wild Kingdom” OF at Coors (Burrell+Huff=water buffaloes, Torres=gazelle).
"I AIN'T HAVIN IT." - Buster Posey
Couldn’t fit it in 140 characters.
American Heroes: Joe Pavelski, Buster Posey, David Backes
Proud member of the "Doug Wilson for Governor" Club
Fools and Sages
Whatever
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
Bill Plaschke
Just said that because of Carlos Santana’s injury, Giants should put Posey at 1B…This is why I can’t read the LA Times.
Plaschke is the worst sportswriter in America
Matt Cain: He'll save children, but not the Dodger children.
"Out, out, Fred Lewis!" - JCTillam Gamerspeare
TJ Simers would like to battle
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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 knows Hockey
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
HAHAHAHAHAHAHA
Wait, seriously?
American Heroes: Joe Pavelski, Buster Posey, David Backes
Proud member of the "Doug Wilson for Governor" Club
Fools and Sages
more than kawakami
or any other non sharks dedicated writers in the area.
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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
Everyone knows more about hockey than Kawakami. You’re really not saying much with that.
Mark Emmonds and (as much as I hate to admit it) Mark Purdy know loads more than Ratto, and they aren’t on the Sharks beat.
American Heroes: Joe Pavelski, Buster Posey, David Backes
Proud member of the "Doug Wilson for Governor" Club
Fools and Sages
If they have a los tiburones jersey ever
I’m buying one
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
I think we found one article last season where he didn’t call them “our beloved Los Tiburones.”
There was much rejoicing.
American Heroes: Joe Pavelski, Buster Posey, David Backes
Proud member of the "Doug Wilson for Governor" Club
Fools and Sages
I've never seen a Ratto hockey column...
but I’m not sure I would put “knows more about hockey than Tim Kawakami” on a resume. I think Kawakami might be aware that hockey is played on ice, but only if you asked him immediately after he watched a game.
He understands the salary cap rules
implications..etc. Which is a lot more than I can say about the people that tries to talk hockey. I don’t know if he knows the Sharks well, but he knows Hockey well enough for me.
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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
Here is a collection of one FTF member’s imitation of Ratto. They’re hilarious.
American Heroes: Joe Pavelski, Buster Posey, David Backes
Proud member of the "Doug Wilson for Governor" Club
Fools and Sages
The problem with Ratto is that
He basically ignores a team until they get good and then starts writing about them like he knows the team inside out and has watched the game for 50 years.
Example A: The Sharks
http://articles.sfgate.com/2010-05-21/sports/20907693_1_todd-mclellan-sharks-dan-boyle
TO BILL PLASCHKE!
I have Croix de Candlesticks older than you.
goldengatebeerbars.com
by troymccluresf on Aug 3, 2010 3:00 PM PDT up reply actions
I can't read the LA Times for a lot of reasons
But not a horrible idea…of course Buster would know how/when to block a plate but there is a reason why a lot of catchers move to different positions…
Because of Jason Kendall and Moises Alou the Giants should encourage all of their players to avoid touching first base.
The Giants don’t fare well against pitchers.
wow is that terrible
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
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LOLINEUP
CF Torres
2B F. Sanchez
RF Huff
C Posey
LF Burrell
1B Ishikawa
3B Sandoval
SS Renteria
P J. Sanchez
BREAKING NEWS
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 3:00 PM PDT up reply actions
Two too many catchers to count.
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 3:16 PM PDT up reply actions
I guess Renteria has good numbers against Cook, but…I’m a little worried.
They could be Giants...but not really.
Good thing they optioned RyRohl!
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 3:36 PM PDT up reply actions
I know! I was hoping yesterday that jct was right, that it was a sign that Uribe was healthy but now that he’s out of the lineup again…well, I just don’t know. Hopefully Juan is available to PH because otherwise we have a really, really short bench.
They could be Giants...but not really.
Just 2, right? Nate and Rowand?
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 3:49 PM PDT up reply actions
And Eli. So, 3.
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 3:49 PM PDT up reply actions
I’d kind of love to see Nate at 3rd. Or Rowand at SS. (Not really.)
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 3:56 PM PDT up reply actions
I’d love to see Nate at SS. Gun show!
Unless he’s covering at 2B with an ugly Rockie trying to take him out on a double play…
They could be Giants...but not really.
I would cry.
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 4:04 PM PDT up reply actions
You and Groug both!
"I don’t think I’ve ever heard a louder chorus of boos than when the Dodgers made the third out of the ninth. It was awesome.." - Aubrey Huff
lulz
What percentage of people on this site now even get that, do you think?
I’ll go with 25%
GROUGTHINK ALERT
"You all are just blinded to reality by your hatred of Armando just as the Bonds haters are." -grm
Kids today, they don’t appreciate quality memes like that. Nowadays it’s all TWSS this and DIAF that, and Hey Gaiz! and Vapors! and “propellering,” whatever that is. Don’t tell me, I don’t want to know.
And don’t get me started on that racket they call music.
Dave Roberts LF
Emmanuel Burriss 2B
Randy Winn RF
Bengie Molina C
Aaron Rowand CF
John Bowker 1B
Rich Aurilia 3B
Omar Vizquel SS
Kevin Correia P
OH GOD, MY EYES!
Proud Adoptive Parent of Jesus Guzman, RHP. 2010 Line: 0 H, 2 BB, 0.00 ERA. CALL HIM UP!
Bochy: What’s this fancy stat here?
IT Guy: That’s how often they get on base. I do not know why you keep asking me, I am here to fix your server.
FUCK YOU
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 3:05 PM PDT up reply actions
You are a bad person and you should feel bad
GROUGTHINK ALERT
"You all are just blinded to reality by your hatred of Armando just as the Bonds haters are." -grm
Think you're really righteous?
Think you’re pure in heart?
Well, I know I’m a million times
As humble as thou art
or gotten layed.
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 3:17 PM PDT up reply actions
gasp
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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
:’(
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 3:37 PM PDT up reply actions
Giants vs. Cook
Torres: 1-for-4 (.250)
Sanchez: 3-for-7 (.429)
Huff: 3-for-7 (.429)
Posey: 2-for-3 (.667)
Burrell: 13-for-22 (.591)
Ishikawa: 5-for-6 (.833)
Sandoval: 4-for-12 (.333)
Renteria: 8-for-19 (.421)
39-for-70 (.557)
It’s gonna suck to get shut out on 78 pitches.
Cook has had two bad outings in a row. It may be closer than you think
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
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Im just generally pessimistic. Circumstances dont usually matter
I would like to talk to you about my pokemonz
Fair enough.
I’m the opposite. Maybe one day we’ll meet in the middle?
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
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TWSS!
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 3:08 PM PDT up reply actions
sure... Rockies vs. Sanchez
Spilborghs… no walk-off grand slams
Helton … no walk-off grand slams
Gonzalez … no walk-off grand slams
Tulowitzki … no walk-off grand slams
Mora … no walk-off grand slams
Olivo … no walk-off grand slams
Hawpe … no walk-off grand slams
Barmes … no walk-off grand slams
I doubt Sanchez will ever be in a position to give up a walk-off home run against the Rockies because it’s very unlikely he makes it to the ninth inning in most of his starts.
Rockies vs. Sanchez
Spilborghs: 5-for-18 (.278)
Helton: 5-for-20 (.250)
Gonzalez: 0-for-5 (.000)
Tulowitzki: 7-for-15 (.467)
Mora: 0-for-1 (.000)
Olivo: 0-for-1 (.000)
Hawpe: 1-for-6 (.167)
Barmes: 4-for-20 (.200)
22-for-86 (.256)
Gonzalez will go 5 for 5
Mora, Olivo, and Hawpe will hit back to back to back homers in the 4th and the 7th innings
AmalieBenjamin Youkilis has a ruptured right thumb adductor muscle. Surgery (which would realistically be season-ending) has not been ruled out.
Sucks for them…
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 3:15 PM PDT reply actions
/feels bad for him
/Laughs at their douchebag fans
by Artimus Clyde on Aug 3, 2010 3:17 PM PDT up reply actions
The A's and the Red Sox combined
have players on the DL this season that combines for over 1600 games missed. Think about that for a second.
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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
Wow.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 3:37 PM PDT up reply actions
DFA their trainers
Basically every guy in their starting lineup has hit the DL.
They could be Giants...but not really.
LOLBOT
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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
Calm it down
give it a few days
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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
Lots of time before the game . . .
. . . so, someone tell me what MLB team plays its games at the second highest elevation.
Not like I know. I’m just wondering. Is it high enough to make any difference? On the map, it looks like everyone else plays at C-level.
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
It wasn’t even that word that bothered me, but I’m sure Mel Gibson uses the word that does.
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 3:37 PM PDT up reply actions
How high is it?
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 3:22 PM PDT up reply actions
the real question is how high isn’t it?
Back on the market.
by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 3:22 PM PDT up reply actions
John Denver says it is pretty high
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 3:23 PM PDT up reply actions
Awesome shit
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2nHGlE06y0
Back on the market.
by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 3:24 PM PDT up reply actions
About THIS high!
/grabs Howie’s crotch
Dearest, Susan - The Patron Saint of Patience
by Lars The Wanderer on Aug 3, 2010 3:23 PM PDT up reply actions
http://baseballjudgments.tripod.com/id62.html
Back on the market.
by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 3:21 PM PDT up reply actions
Should have known there's a site
but too lazy to find it. Thanks, pos-eu.
But how can the Giants park be at 63 ft. above sea level?
The promenade? The press box?
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 3:40 PM PDT up reply actions
Looks like they're just using the listed elevation for the whole city
For instance:
NYY and NYM are both exactly 54
CWS and CHC are 596
by RoyaleWithCheese on Aug 3, 2010 4:19 PM PDT up reply actions
I need pictures of this
beautiful, beautiful pictures
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
To be replaced by this one
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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
or this...
You can't solve your problems with the same level of thinking that created the problems - Albert Einstein to Brian Sabean
apparently so
or maybe Manny isn’t a big market attraction anymore?
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
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“Get your dreadlock wigs—half off”
You can't solve your problems with the same level of thinking that created the problems - Albert Einstein to Brian Sabean
ah so I'm going to Dodger stadium for the first time on Saturday
you guys have any survival tips?
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
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Beat LA!
You can't solve your problems with the same level of thinking that created the problems - Albert Einstein to Brian Sabean
but it's against the Natinals
I’m just going because I’m in LA that weekend.
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
Still. Root for the Natinals to beat the shit out of LA.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 3:39 PM PDT up reply actions
BEAT LA
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 3:38 PM PDT up reply actions
Don’t be a loud homer. And basically you’ll be fine.
Although now the Dodger fans have nothing left to lose.
I wasn't gonna wear purple pinstripes or anything
just some undercover clothing
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
This, basically.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 3:40 PM PDT up reply actions
THIS
I wear my Giants jersey/shirt/jacket and hat whenever I go, and aside from the late inning peanut winged my way and some general rhubarb, it’s basically not a problem. It helps that I sit behind home plate and not the bleachers, too.
I keep hearing that the bleachers are the worst place to sit there.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 3:42 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm along the RF line so that shouldn't be a problem
I have to eat a Dodger Dog though, right?
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
sounds laaaame
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
fair enough
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
Ask for garlic fries.
We don’t have that.
But they do in san francisco.
Ask for a chili bowl
We don’t have that
But they do in SF
Ask for other things
""
""
Well, what do you have?
We have dodger dogs and soda and traffic.
Back on the market.
by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 3:48 PM PDT up reply actions
Kruk made a public announcement on the radio earlier this year asking Giants fans not to wear their colors at the stadium because it’s become that dangerous in the ravine.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 3:57 PM PDT up reply actions
Wow.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 3:59 PM PDT up reply actions
You can probably still find it in the KNBR archives.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:03 PM PDT up reply actions
I made it out unscathed, but that may be partly due to the Giants losing and me not being an a-hole.
First: Why?
Anyways…arrive relative early because there is only one way in and one way out of that place.
Don’t eat any of the food except for King Taco
Bring a stab-proof vest
and of course BEAT LA
Don’t look them directly in the eyes.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 3:57 PM PDT up reply actions
She’s back, gays!!! She’s back!!
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 3:41 PM PDT up reply actions
aw come on
I apologized profusely, what more do you want from me? Can’t it be water under the bridge please?
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
“Gays” is actually just a pre-existing inside joke based on a typo.
Jonathan Sanchez: Often maddening to watch, but capable of perfection on a moment's notice---just like his adoptive father.
ah ha
carry on then, ignore me
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
Someone typo’d “guys” as “gays” a while back and it became somewhat of a meme.
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 3:43 PM PDT up reply actions
GOD DAMMIT
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
LOL
"IT'S POSEY, YOU IDIOT." - Jon Miller
Clayton Tanner, the Flying Squirrel!
by walkoff baltimore chop on Aug 3, 2010 4:01 PM PDT up reply actions
Don’t you love being responsible for the best meme ever?
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 4:04 PM PDT up reply actions
I didn't mean to though =/
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
The thing is
it happened
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
Hey that's how all the greatest inventions happened
vulcanized rubber
Penicillin
and jctgamers’ accidental meme
Viagra
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
Post-it notes
"I don’t think I’ve ever heard a louder chorus of boos than when the Dodgers made the third out of the ninth. It was awesome.." - Aubrey Huff
GOD DAMMIT
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
I meant it enthusiastically.
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 3:43 PM PDT up reply actions
The Podsednikwood sign is ready to install!
You can't solve your problems with the same level of thinking that created the problems - Albert Einstein to Brian Sabean
Prediction
Aubrey Huff will find a way, before the season ends, to rip the head off of that Grimace-Telletubby inbred blob of purple
by mlb22 on Aug 3, 2010 3:39 PM PDT reply actions 6 recs
This would look good in green.
You can't solve your problems with the same level of thinking that created the problems - Albert Einstein to Brian Sabean
"allegedly gay" childrens show character + mcdonalds milkshake mascot = baseball mascot
Makes sense to me
Back on the market.
by positiveuphemism on Aug 3, 2010 3:46 PM PDT up reply actions
SD@LA
J. Hairston 2B
Tejada 3B
Gonzalez 1B
Ludwick RF
Hundley C
Denorfia CF
S. Hairston LF
Cabrera SS
Latos P
Podsednik LF
Theriot 2B
Ethier RF
Kemp CF
Loney 1B
Blake 3B
Martin C
Carroll SS
Lilly P
They could be Giants...but not really.
I hate the Hairstons so very much
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
MVP GRIT
Rowsdower! But why, Rowsdower?
WHEN CHICKS HAVE HOT FRIENDS AND THERE MIGHT BE MORE THAN ONE HOT FRIEND DUCKS FLY TOGETHER
Denver.SBNation.com
FAH KING EX TEIN
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
’s!
FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF
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.
"Carlos, have you ever seen a grown man naked?"
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
Gigantes:
13-3 in last 16 road games.
/highfives
Wait a second…that's it. That's the melody to funky town. Won't you take me down to funky town.
start a fanpostshotdiary!~!!
Billy Hayes: His job is better than yours.
Adopting Denny Bautista until someone tells me he's already spoken for.
Delorean
send me an e-mail so I can send you your tix.
Now, back to the thread which is already in progress.
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 4:10 PM PDT up reply actions
how about an opinon column
I think the giants need a bat…. LOOK I COULD WRITE FOR THE CRON!
1954 WORLD CHAMPS!!!
JOURNALISTIC INTEGRITY
You could also write for ESPN, SI and Yahoo.
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
At least the Chron writers know who the giants are
Wait a second…that's it. That's the melody to funky town. Won't you take me down to funky town.
Not-So-Bad-Ass Dinger
Probably not my place mess with the file, but I agreed with howtheyscored above…
"Man, you just can't beat a good bowl of gumbo." ~ William Nuschler Clark
wasn’t this posted already?
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
The text is different.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:11 PM PDT up reply actions
This is our world
Wait a second…that's it. That's the melody to funky town. Won't you take me down to funky town.
At the risk of chasm jumping
I attempted to make Dinger less vengeful in appearance.
"Man, you just can't beat a good bowl of gumbo." ~ William Nuschler Clark
You know what's scary
4 digits posts, Pika isn’t even here yet.
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
I could get very used to
sleeping until 10, eating three lunches, shopping in an empty grocery store, and posting casually on this semi-baseball board all day.
It’s a good thing it can’t last.
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
It lasts for me
State disability bitches whoooooooooooo
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
Semi-baseball?
You know…I try really hard to make this board with no baseball at all and this is the thanks I get?
Semi-baseball?!
Why you little….
Wait a second…that's it. That's the melody to funky town. Won't you take me down to funky town.
Grant does his best to make it about baseball
It’s you nerbs who turn it into a beer, wine, food and movies blog.
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
It's his fault to believe in the freedom of speech
just look at Purple Row…they are well structured and have 23 comments on their pre-game thread and they’re all about baseball
all the real Colorado fans are posting about Tim Tebow and tossing Elway's salad
nobody gives a shit about the Rockies
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
Sweep CO
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 4:20 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
I was fairly disappointed about that
I read PR fairly regularly, and that was a very disappointing showing for the pre game thread. It’s almost as if they think they have this series won already because they own us, Ubaldo is going, and we’ve got our #4/5 going today so they can’t be bothered with the details of actually talking about this series.
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
Just for clarity we often talk about the pre-game in the Rockpile
once the game thread goes up it gets much busier.
Also, several commenters will be at the game tonight as I understand it. :)
But we do really care…no matter what that idiot Kiszla writes in the Denver Post…
"The one constant through all the years, Ray, has been baseball."-Terrence Mann
"You can learn a lot just by watching"-Yogi Berra (thanks to pedalpusher)
"Was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor?!" Ubaldo, Tulo, Hawpe and Spilly say "Germans?"
QPU Member #4, YHEG Member #4, Proud Member PR Gynocracy
Not so much wine talk, actually. Mostly beer and food.
But if you were to talk about wine, I prefer full bodied reds. Cabs in particular. So there.
I DON'T BELIEVE YOU
I tweet (more often than I blarg).
what about full bodied Asian?
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
Cabs are really the best wines.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:27 PM PDT up reply actions
read that as
Crabs in particular
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
When a person eats three lunches,
how does he know which one to have wine with?
My decision: all of them.
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 4:35 PM PDT up reply actions
Maybe after zombies clear out the better part of the non-nerd, grocery-store-shopping population, it can.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:16 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah,
that creepy empty grocery store was creepy. Cashier was just standing there waiting for me.
He is the World's Most Annoying Rooster.
by gallo del cielo on Aug 3, 2010 4:28 PM PDT up reply actions
I will take a wild guess
A trenchcoat with a hole cut in one of the pockets
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
Gorilla-Chest Vest?
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:18 PM PDT up reply actions
Something furry and purple colored
Wait a second…that's it. That's the melody to funky town. Won't you take me down to funky town.
Judgmental Minor Leagues tweeter is judgmental
MinorLeagues
yikes… the Orange County Flyers of the independent Golden Baseball League signed Mark Prior, according to MLB.com’s Corey Brock
They could be Giants...but not really.
How did you get that upside down "W" dude?
It’s called and M
The Giants don’t fare well against pitchers.
Coincidentally, the signing comes one year after the Padres released Prior. The 29-year-old didn’t appear in a game with San Diego and hasn’t seen any big league action since 2006.
Prior, the second overall pick in the 2001 draft, auditioned for MLB teams last month, but his stuff was “just all right,” according to one veteran scout. It’s been a long time since Prior pitched to a 2.43 ERA in 200-plus innings as a 22-year-old, so he’ll join the Golden League instead of a major league organization. A number of big leaguers, including Daniel Nava and Scott Richmond have climbed from the Golden League to the major leagues. Now, Prior will attempt to prove the health of his right shoulder and do the same.
Wow, ‘06. It’s been that long, huh.
They could be Giants...but not really.
LOL Dodgers
looking at their pitching, looking at Prior and then concluding that they don’t need a guy whose stuff is “just all right.”
YAY
JohnSheaHey
Bochy said Uribe good to go but likes Renteria today cuz of numbers off Cook and big hit Sunday.
They could be Giants...but not really.
Whew!
Adopted Giant: Ryan Rohlinger (on loan from Shanghaijim).
Buster Posey: He knows the rules!
by kdl on Aug 3, 2010 4:19 PM PDT up reply actions
ONE TIME, HE GOT THAT ONE HIT!!!
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
(i’m ok with Renteria starting today)
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
bro's
it’s 4:20
Billy Hayes: His job is better than yours.
Adopting Denny Bautista until someone tells me he's already spoken for.
stupid mountain people
Wait a second…that's it. That's the melody to funky town. Won't you take me down to funky town.
slash
Turns out you can spell Ugnio Vlz without 4 E's
by The Gene Hackman on Aug 3, 2010 4:35 PM PDT up reply actions
At first I thought it was a scene from Band of Brothers
and then I was like “Oh, SNL”
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
dylanohernandez
Furcal out of lineup because he felt something in his back last night. Undergoing MRI exam.
Tsk, tsk…he has been carrying the Dodgers offense a lot lately…
They could be Giants...but not really.
I'm guessing the thing he felt was the Padres and Giants shoving a sword in his team
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
That was no sword, that was a fork
Man I really hope that remark doesn’t come back to haunt me.
"I don’t think I’ve ever heard a louder chorus of boos than when the Dodgers made the third out of the ninth. It was awesome.." - Aubrey Huff
Princess and the pea.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:32 PM PDT up reply actions
I think Princess and the Pea was conceived as a commentary on male disdain for women’s sensitivity. I only think that, though. I don’t exactly remember where I saw that, and I haven’t read the source material.
I think it was conceived as a commentary on Rafael Furcal acting like a baby.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:35 PM PDT up reply actions
I think it was a commentary on class warfare
The princess is obviously more sensitive and special than a stupid commoner.
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
oh there you go bringing class into it again!
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
come see the violence inherent in the system!
Help! Help! I’m being repressed!
Sharlon Schoop - de favoriete Nederlandse honkbalspeler van McCovey Chronicles.
You always have to be one step ahead of your drunk friends
--Daisy Owl
With all this injury news
I just want to say I’m officially worried about Justin Morneau. Not just for baseball reasons.
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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
are you his mom?
he can take care of himself. Or do you have him in Pokemonz?
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
David Freese is out for the season. Ouch, my Pokemonz!
I DON'T BELIEVE YOU
I tweet (more often than I blarg).
I am worried about him in a Mike Matheny way
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
Just a wild guess, but Pablo hitting behind Ishikawa might have to do with Panda having a lower OPS than Aaron Rowand.
that reminds me...let me check again
Yup, still being outslugged by Ichiro
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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
WTF
fart jokes: always funny
These are my principles. If you don't like them, I have others. -Groucho Marx
Mad Lips?
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
by howtheyscored on Aug 3, 2010 4:39 PM PDT up reply actions
And in case anybody missed it, there’s a GD thread now.
"I just struck out looking three times, but in any other ballpark those would have been home runs." - Aubrey Huff
If the Rockies guy is still around . . .
Do Rockies fans like Dinger? I don’t think other MLB fans would care as much if he weren’t lurking behind home plate in full view of the CF camera all the time.
by NiceGuysFinishEtc on Aug 3, 2010 4:41 PM PDT reply actions
The Purple Row people who have addressed Dinger’s stupid antics have been against them.
GROUGTHINK ALERT
"You all are just blinded to reality by your hatred of Armando just as the Bonds haters are." -grm
I've never thought much about Lou Seal
Almost never comes my Lower Box seats, seems mostly focused on entertaining the kiddies instead of injecting himself into the TV broadcast. Other than the between-inning car ride stuff, which is all about the G’s squeezing the last promotional nickel out of every game.
by NiceGuysFinishEtc on Aug 3, 2010 4:43 PM PDT up reply actions
Rockies guy left,
but I’m a Rockies fan…Purple Row is a small majority against Dinger..
Kids seem to like him quite a bit.
Adults sentiment is that we would likeRocky(the nuggets mascot)to beat the crap out of Dinger and take his place…
"The one constant through all the years, Ray, has been baseball."-Terrence Mann
"You can learn a lot just by watching"-Yogi Berra (thanks to pedalpusher)
"Was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor?!" Ubaldo, Tulo, Hawpe and Spilly say "Germans?"
QPU Member #4, YHEG Member #4, Proud Member PR Gynocracy
Yep . . .
Lurking behind the screen (and bouncing and mugging) during at bats is what i find so annoying.
by NiceGuysFinishEtc on Aug 3, 2010 4:47 PM PDT up reply actions
In all seriousness . . .
I figure he’d be far more distracting and annoying to the Rockies’ pitcher and defense. (I associate the behavior with opposing team ABs. Not sure if that’s right, though.)
by NiceGuysFinishEtc on Aug 3, 2010 4:53 PM PDT up reply actions
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