EVIL~! alkeiper 0 Report post Posted June 7, 2004 Anyone catch AJ Pierzynski last night? In the eighth, with his team up 9-2, and the bases loaded, he stuck his elbow out, and claimed he was hit by a pitch, when he was not. The ump awarded him the base, and pitcher Steve Reed flipped out and was ejected. First off, Pierzynski is a complete bastard. Next, the league needs to do something about batters getting hit by pitches. If you don't make an effort to get out of the way, you don't get the base. Hitters should not reach base by sticking their elbows out over the plate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruiser Chong 0 Report post Posted June 7, 2004 I completely agree. Hitters standing there and allowing themselves to get hit is exactly what attributed to about half of the hit Pirates in their series with the Cubs. Jason Kendall is notorious for not moving and Craig Wilson doesn't mind taking them either. If you get hit, you get hit, but these morons who cover the plate and don't even attempt to get out of the way shouldn't get a free base. What's even more ridiculous is that there are times when the manager of the hit player actually has the nerve to complain. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest FrigidSoul Report post Posted June 7, 2004 Anyone catch AJ Pierzynski last night? In the eighth, with his team up 9-2, and the bases loaded, he stuck his elbow out, and claimed he was hit by a pitch, when he was not. The ump awarded him the base, and pitcher Steve Reed flipped out and was ejected. First off, Pierzynski is a complete bastard. Next, the league needs to do something about batters getting hit by pitches. If you don't make an effort to get out of the way, you don't get the base. Hitters should not reach base by sticking their elbows out over the plate. It says in the rules that if a part of the player's body is not inside the batter's box and gets hit by a pitch its a strike. Thus if Pierzynski did get hit it should have been called a strike. No ump follows that rule though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sfaJack 0 Report post Posted June 7, 2004 Just ONCE I'd love to see Craig Biggio not be awarded first for leaning into pitches. Just once. Please. I think a rule banning body armor for hitters would go a long, long way in curbing some of that bullshit. There might actually be some incentive to get out of the way then. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Anglesault Report post Posted June 7, 2004 Anyone catch AJ Pierzynski last night? In the eighth, with his team up 9-2, and the bases loaded, he stuck his elbow out, and claimed he was hit by a pitch, when he was not. The ump awarded him the base, and pitcher Steve Reed flipped out and was ejected. How delightfully evil. Someone using gross umpire incompetance to their advantage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrRant 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 I heard the Reds and A's were going to have a series in this portion of I.L. play. And I just watched Game 4 of the 72 Series on ESPN Classic too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fuzzy Dunlop 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 Waving Wendull strikes again. He's gotta be the luckiest guy in the world. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EVIL~! alkeiper 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 Looks like the Reds magic doesn't work in Oakland. A's lead 11-1. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruiser Chong 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 The Reds getting slammed and the Stros down 4-0 to the M's is dulling the pain somewhat of a tough Cubs loss. Good game, though, as Carpenter was simply amazing. Rusch was solid, with the fourth inning being the difference for him. Aside from that, he was right on, but Carpenter was just that much better. The decision to send Macias with Ramirez on deck wasn't a smart move considering who was the centerfielder, but whatever. Putting things into perspective, you had the Cards' hottest pitcher against a guy who's not even supposed to be in the Cubs' starting rotation. Not to mention how well the Cards have played in the last two weeks. I'm looking forward to the rest of the series, especially Wednesday, with Prior going against Morris. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bored 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 Oh no don't say anything negative about the Reds! After tonight the A's are now 41 games over .500 at home (75-34) dating back to last year as compared to 3 games under .500 on the road (53-56). Since 2001 they are 182-89 at home, good for a .672 winning percentage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Salacious Crumb Report post Posted June 8, 2004 Oh no don't say anything negative about the Reds! After tonight the A's are now 41 games over .500 at home (75-34) dating back to last year as compared to 3 games under .500 on the road (53-56). Since 2001 they are 182-89 at home, good for a .672 winning percentage. but, but, but................ Sellig keeps saying the A's need a new stadium to win!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruiser Chong 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 Pettitte isn't progressing as quickly as most thought, so it's doubtful he'll make his return on the 13th as they had planned. Good news for NL Central teams who aren't the Astros. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JHawk 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 Anyone catch AJ Pierzynski last night? In the eighth, with his team up 9-2, and the bases loaded, he stuck his elbow out, and claimed he was hit by a pitch, when he was not. The ump awarded him the base, and pitcher Steve Reed flipped out and was ejected. First off, Pierzynski is a complete bastard. Next, the league needs to do something about batters getting hit by pitches. If you don't make an effort to get out of the way, you don't get the base. Hitters should not reach base by sticking their elbows out over the plate. It says in the rules that if a part of the player's body is not inside the batter's box and gets hit by a pitch its a strike. Thus if Pierzynski did get hit it should have been called a strike. No ump follows that rule though. It's also in the rulebook that the batter has to make an attempt to move out of the way in order to get the base, but I've never seen that rule enforced either. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Czech Republic 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 It's also in the rulebook that the batter has to make an attempt to move out of the way in order to get the base, but I've never seen that rule enforced either. Well if it's out of the strike zone, do you still have to? And I can't imagine people willing to get hit by an 90-mph projectile so they can get to first base. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NoCalMike 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 The A's have the best record in inter-league play. Which is weird because they have had to face some of the tougher matchups through the years. Go A's...... I am going on Friday to see the A's & Pirates.....it is Spider Man 2 promotional day, Free Spiderman gloves and pullover mask......LOL. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EVIL~! alkeiper 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 Well if it's out of the strike zone, do you still have to? And I can't imagine people willing to get hit by an 90-mph projectile so they can get to first base. Yes, the rules state you should make an effort to avoid the ball, regardless of location. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest FrigidSoul Report post Posted June 8, 2004 Free Spiderman gloves and pullover mask There's no way the Colliseum fills up to the point to give them all away. Get me some damnit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HarleyQuinn 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 Good news for Boston, Nomar could return to tonight's lineup which should be a sight to see. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bored 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 Rob Neyer ranks his Top 10 center fielders of all-time. http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/columns/stor..._rob&id=1818011 1. Willie Mays 2. Ty Cobb 3. Mickey Mantle 4. Tris Speaker 5. Joe DiMaggio 6. Duke Snider 7. Ken Griffey 8. Billy Hamilton 9-11. Puckett/Wynn/Averill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fuzzy Dunlop 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 What? No Corey Patterson? BLASPHEMY! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fuzzy Dunlop 0 Report post Posted June 8, 2004 OH, by the way, The Cubs drafted his little bro. Let's hope he's not BLIND. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MarvinisaLunatic 0 Report post Posted June 9, 2004 Sidney Ponson needs to be put on the DL..the Diet List.. See my new sig... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Choken One Report post Posted June 9, 2004 I always thought Junior...a 10 time gold glover was better then His old Man... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bored 0 Report post Posted June 9, 2004 That is Jr. at #7. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruiser Chong 0 Report post Posted June 9, 2004 Ah and that stellar Reds defense shows what usually happens when you give a good team more than four outs. Should be a tied game, but instead, it's 5-1 and Bong has 30+ pitches because of the error that should've ended the inning. On a related note, Alou booted one of the most rudimentary flyballs you'll ever see, but Clement was able to work around it and get Rolen to ground out. Speaking of the Cubs/Cards game, that idiot Cedano got himself tossed after being difficult about getting in the batter's box. And then to touch and spit on the ump; yeah, real smart, moron. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Choken One Report post Posted June 9, 2004 That is Jr. at #7. well good. Then PUT junior's name on it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruiser Chong 0 Report post Posted June 9, 2004 Since Griffey Sr. played right field most of the time, I don't see how anyone could've been confused by that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EVIL~! alkeiper 0 Report post Posted June 9, 2004 Rob Neyer ranks his Top 10 center fielders of all-time. http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/columns/stor..._rob&id=1818011 1. Willie Mays 2. Ty Cobb 3. Mickey Mantle 4. Tris Speaker 5. Joe DiMaggio 6. Duke Snider 7. Ken Griffey 8. Billy Hamilton 9-11. Puckett/Wynn/Averill That's a carbon copy of Bill James' list, with Puckett and Hamilton flip-flopped, and Averill moved up three spots from 14. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
geniusMoment 0 Report post Posted June 9, 2004 Another bad loss. That Reitsma trade looks worse with every passing day. If that trade is indicative of O'Briens talent scouting ability I shudder to think about what the reds drafted this year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fuzzy Dunlop 0 Report post Posted June 9, 2004 When you guys wake up tomorrow, find yourself a recap of Brewers/Angels. Dear GOD. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
