Guest Brian Report post Posted May 23, 2004 I picked up from my dad, who liked the Mariners but wasn't a big fan because he grew up when there wasn't baseball teams in Seattle. I picked up on the Giants, one of his favorite team, and the Sox, who were sporting Frank Thomas (I used to emulate his swing), who were in 1994 big time rivals with the Indians. I never got hooked into Seattle ball other than Griffey, and by 1995 the bandwagon had kicked into full gear and I hated the way fans were. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spaceman Spiff 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2004 OK, someone needs to sit down Bowa and explain something to him. Placido Polanco is coming back from the DL tomorrow (I think). Chase Utley has been filling in quite admirably for him, however Bowa is sticking to the "don't lose your spot due to injury" argument. Taking a look at the stats: Polanco - 112 AB, 25 H, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .223 BA, .304 OBP, .313 SLG, .000 RISP avg. Utley - 37 AB, 11 H, 3 HR, 13 RBI, .297 BA, .316 OBP, .649 SLG, .286 RISP avg. It clearly looks like Utley has outplayed Polanco (unless Al has some other stats that say otherwise), so it shouldn't be a question of injury costing him his place. I'd stick with Utley, but apparently it looks like Polanco will reclaim his spot. I don't see why everyone thinks its Utley vs. Polanco. Career stats for prospective Phillies infielders...... Utley 251/323/433 Bell 252/314/395 Rollins 261/316/389 Polanco 291/336/398 Bench either Bell or Rollins. Polanco can play their positions well, so move Polanco into one of those slots, and keep Utley at 2B. Bell is having a better season than Polanco, so I see no need to move Bell in order to make room for Polanco. Rollins has been hit or miss (mostly miss, but he's been better lately), so if I wanted to sit anyone, it'd be Rollins. It's not that everyone thinks it's Utley vs. Polanco, but it seems pretty clear that Bowa sees it that way, which is where the problem lies. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest OctoberBlood Report post Posted May 23, 2004 Worked all day. Just got home to see Lidle shutout the freaking Astros!! Griffey Homers! This is GREAT! The Reds are playing fantastic baseball this season! I am so happy. Haven't been this excited for this team in many years. I can't wait for my trip to Cincy in July (1st game back after the AS game, Choke or GM, you guys going?). Go for the SWEEP tomorrow boys! 10 TO GO! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Anglesault Report post Posted May 23, 2004 I picked up from my dad, who liked the Mariners but wasn't a big fan because he grew up when there wasn't baseball teams in Seattle. I picked up on the Giants, one of his favorite team, and the Sox, who were sporting Frank Thomas (I used to emulate his swing), who were in 1994 big time rivals with the Indians. I never got hooked into Seattle ball other than Griffey, and by 1995 the bandwagon had kicked into full gear and I hated the way fans were. And somehow this all translates to cheering for the Rangers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slayer 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2004 I am very pleased to see the Reds back in first place again (hadn't been paying attention most of this last week due to finals and work) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest FrigidSoul Report post Posted May 23, 2004 The White Sox are abusing the Twins as if they were one of Ike Turner's girlfriends Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruiser Chong 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2004 Man, no kidding. This has been one of the most inconsistent series I've seen in a while, with the two teams taking turns blowing each other out. The White Sox' offense can be downright ridiculous at times. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Salacious Crumb Report post Posted May 23, 2004 Why is there so much whining about Bonds getting walked so much? I mean he's only gotten walked 15 times more than Dunn has at this point in the season. Not a huge difference if you ask me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest FrigidSoul Report post Posted May 23, 2004 I demand the next White Sox hitter to reach first to try and steal second. I want to see the reaction. "No lead is safe in the thin air of the Metrodome. Those 11 runs could be enough in a different park, but not here~!" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Choken One Report post Posted May 23, 2004 Why is there so much whining about Bonds getting walked so much? I mean he's only gotten walked 15 times more than Dunn has at this point in the season. Not a huge difference if you ask me. Because it's hindering the Home Run Chase. The only thing Adam Dunn is chasing is Jose Herendez Strikeout record. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Anglesault Report post Posted May 23, 2004 Why is there so much whining about Bonds getting walked so much? I mean he's only gotten walked 15 times more than Dunn has at this point in the season. Not a huge difference if you ask me. Because it's hindering the Home Run Chase. If only something could halt it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Damaramu 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2004 You know........I wonder what would happen if there was a crazy pitcher one his way out that didn't care how he was remembered.......think anyone would get him to take out bonds? Bean him with a pitch somewhere that would end his season? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Anglesault Report post Posted May 23, 2004 Mo throwing smoke today Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
geniusMoment 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2004 Another great win for cincy. Casey and Griffey both with home runs and a wonderful game coming for Lidle. As for Octoberblood, I have been to 9 games so far this year, if Cincy is home the day after the all star break I would think I would be there unless something comes up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Salacious Crumb Report post Posted May 23, 2004 How much are Reds tickets? I'm probably going to wander down to Cincy for a game around July. The NL Central so far is the toughest division in baseball this season. Almost every team is over .500 and they've been pretty dominate against the rest of the NL. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mik 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2004 You know how some managers just have a hard on for a certain player? I've been reading all these articles the past couple days about how Jack McKeon thinks that Lenny Harris is a good luck charm and that whenever he's in games the Marlins win. So, today, down 4-2 in the 9th, Miguel Cabrera hits a homerun to lead off the inning to cut it to 4-3. Conine walks, Redmond sacrifices him to second. Nunez strikes out on a ball in the dirt, bringing up Alex Gonzalez as the last chance. BUT WAIT, for some reason McKeon decides to bring in Lenny Harris, who is honestly as old as my mother, and he hits a harmless pop fly to end the game. I'm sorry, but Lenny Harris should never, ever pinch hit for a position player with the game on the line. He was never a good everyday player to begin with and now he's one of the oldest players in the majors. It's just crazy. Oh well, back behind the Phillies again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Salacious Crumb Report post Posted May 23, 2004 Don't worry, the Phillies will choke like they do every season. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sfaJack 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2004 Yeah, but Lenny Harris is the all-time leader in pinch-hits. Or something like that. The Astros' TV announcers were making a big deal about how "clutch" he is because of it earlier in the week. I found it humorous, mainly because it's a "record" that means nothing and only further points out that he is only a bench-quality player, and has been his entire career. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruiser Chong 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2004 I would've figured that anyone who saw him during his time with the Cubs would've figured out he's not a guy you go to when anything's on the line. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
geniusMoment 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2004 You can get bleacher seats at Cincy for around $7, box seats on the first or third base line will cost you $30-40. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest OctoberBlood Report post Posted May 23, 2004 Another great win for cincy. Casey and Griffey both with home runs and a wonderful game coming for Lidle. As for Octoberblood, I have been to 9 games so far this year, if Cincy is home the day after the all star break I would think I would be there unless something comes up. I live nearly 6 hours away, so I only get to go a few times a year. They face the Cards in a 3 game series after the AS break. I'll be there for game one. It sucks being young, and poor. Heh. (Edit: We're gonna try and get tickets down the lines.) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NoCalMike 0 Report post Posted May 23, 2004 Byrnes with game winning single in the bottom of the 10th, compete with the pie face during the post game interview. A's are 10-2 over their last 12. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Brian Report post Posted May 23, 2004 I picked up from my dad, who liked the Mariners but wasn't a big fan because he grew up when there wasn't baseball teams in Seattle. I picked up on the Giants, one of his favorite team, and the Sox, who were sporting Frank Thomas (I used to emulate his swing), who were in 1994 big time rivals with the Indians. I never got hooked into Seattle ball other than Griffey, and by 1995 the bandwagon had kicked into full gear and I hated the way fans were. And somehow this all translates to cheering for the Rangers. That would be cheering against the Yankees. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Choken One Report post Posted May 24, 2004 You can get bleacher seats at Cincy for around $7, box seats on the first or third base line will cost you $30-40. And those $7 buck seats are very good seats too. There isn't a bad seat in the house. I usually buy outfield seats since it's such a homer friendly park. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Czech Republic 0 Report post Posted May 24, 2004 You know........I wonder what would happen if there was a crazy pitcher one his way out that didn't care how he was remembered.......think anyone would get him to take out bonds? Bean him with a pitch somewhere that would end his season? C'mon, man. Earn your paycheck for once, AND watch the biggest turnaround in fan approval this town has ever seen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Anglesault Report post Posted May 24, 2004 I picked up from my dad, who liked the Mariners but wasn't a big fan because he grew up when there wasn't baseball teams in Seattle. I picked up on the Giants, one of his favorite team, and the Sox, who were sporting Frank Thomas (I used to emulate his swing), who were in 1994 big time rivals with the Indians. I never got hooked into Seattle ball other than Griffey, and by 1995 the bandwagon had kicked into full gear and I hated the way fans were. And somehow this all translates to cheering for the Rangers. That would be cheering against the Yankees. Well, you gotta keep up that vicious White Sox-Yankees fe... Or the Giants-Yankee feud from...fifty years ago. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mik 0 Report post Posted May 24, 2004 Got tickets today to see the Marlins play the Phillies on July 21st at Citizens Bank Park. I'm gonna take my life in my hands and wear my Marlins hat and D-Train jersey. Maybe I can be spared because I'll be with 3 other Phillies fans. Seats are sweet too, on the 3rd base line right down by the field. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cartman 0 Report post Posted May 24, 2004 I picked up from my dad, who liked the Mariners but wasn't a big fan because he grew up when there wasn't baseball teams in Seattle. I picked up on the Giants, one of his favorite team, and the Sox, who were sporting Frank Thomas (I used to emulate his swing), who were in 1994 big time rivals with the Indians. I never got hooked into Seattle ball other than Griffey, and by 1995 the bandwagon had kicked into full gear and I hated the way fans were. And somehow this all translates to cheering for the Rangers. That would be cheering against the Yankees. Well, you gotta keep up that vicious White Sox-Yankees fe... Or the Giants-Yankee feud from...fifty years ago. It has nothing to to with feuds, it's just the common hatred for the Yankees by fans of EVERY other team. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the pinjockey 0 Report post Posted May 24, 2004 Couple tips Mik, Bull's BBQ is overrated as hell. Go to Harry the K's for some real food. It is expensive, but it fills you up so it works out the same as running to a food stand a couple of times. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spaceman Spiff 0 Report post Posted May 24, 2004 Don't worry, the Phillies will choke like they do every season. ??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
