Guest TheDon Report post Posted October 5, 2005 Astros quickly broke the game open in the top of the 8th. I really thought the Braves were going to get out of the inning giving up only one run. Inning is finally over for the Stros. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted October 5, 2005 COMEBACK TIME!~ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted October 5, 2005 Reitsma has an ERA of 81.00. Whoa. That's bad. Red Sock Mike Remlinger bad. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Now it's 108 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Czech Republic 0 Report post Posted October 5, 2005 Reitsma has an ERA of 81.00. Whoa. That's bad. Red Sock Mike Remlinger bad. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Now it's 108 <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I think that is pretty close to Remlinger's now. His ERA was actually undefined for a while because he never recorded a third of an inning in the AL to act as the denominator in tabulating his ERA. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruiser Chong 0 Report post Posted October 5, 2005 I'd just like to note how silly it is to take a stat like ERA so seriously when it's taken from such a small sampling. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conspiracy_Victim 0 Report post Posted October 5, 2005 I'd just like to note how silly it is to take a stat like ERA so seriously when it's taken from such a small sampling. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Yeah, but it's still funny to see an actual ERA in triple digits. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted October 5, 2005 I hate our bullpen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Smues Report post Posted October 6, 2005 Just got done watching the game (albiet speeding through it once the bullpen pretended it was game 5 of last year again). I've got nothing to say. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fökai 0 Report post Posted October 6, 2005 For this series only, Barron is allowed to bring back the term "Resucksma". If we get swept, I'm changing my username. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted October 6, 2005 To Resuckma? I keep saying how horrible he is, and nobody listens to me! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted October 6, 2005 Just got done watching the game (albiet speeding through it once the bullpen pretended it was game 5 of last year again). I've got nothing to say. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> You know what sucks? Andruw and Chipper both homered, and when that happens the Braves never lose. Again, thank you Reitsma. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted October 6, 2005 Well tonight is it. This is why Smoltz was put back in the starting rotation, for a game like this. If Smoltz can win, I think we can go 1-1 with Sosa and Thompson. Hudson was wild, which isn't like him and I think he was just too charged up. I think if he was to start Game 5, he'd pitch much better. No matter what, Smoltz HAS to go 7-8 innings. It's imperative. Game 3 is 7:30 on Saturday, Game 4 (if necessary) is 1:00 on Sunday. So I'll be missing Game 3 (U2 concert), but should be able to see Game 4. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sfaJack 0 Report post Posted October 6, 2005 It appears there might not be any baseball in Atlanta tonight. That'd be good news for the Braves, since it means they'll definitely see Brandon Backe in either game 4 or 5, instead of possibly Clemens twice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted October 6, 2005 Haven't heard anything about this, is it raining badly in Atlanta? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Smues Report post Posted October 6, 2005 Game 3 is 7:30 on Saturday, Game 4 (if necessary) is 1:00 on Sunday. So I'll be missing Game 3 (U2 concert), but should be able to see Game 4. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Unbelievable how the first 3 games each get scheduled at the one slot that day I won't be able to see. And since I have this feeling the first 3 games will be the only 3 games I guess I'm watching the entire sweep series on tape. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sfaJack 0 Report post Posted October 6, 2005 Haven't heard anything about this, is it raining badly in Atlanta? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Apparently tropical storm Tammy is bringing a bunch of rain to the Atlanta area. The local radio guy they sent over to ATL from here was saying it was already pouring at 8:00 and that it was expected to continue throughout the afternoon. His guess was there would be no game and they'll play Friday instead. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Just John 0 Report post Posted October 6, 2005 That'd be good news for the Braves, since it means they'll definitely see Brandon Backe in either game 4 or 5, instead of possibly Clemens twice. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> You say that like a game against Backe is a free win for the Braves. He's only the #4 because he gets overshadowed by the big 3, so don't take him lightly. And Pettitte would start Game 5, so the Braves still have to deal with that if the series gets that far. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sfaJack 0 Report post Posted October 6, 2005 It's not a free win, but come on dude. You're kidding yourself if you think he compares to any of the other three. He's a decent pitcher with a fairly live arm who shows occasional flashes of brilliance. The problem is, he's bad a lot more often than he's good. Would the Braves pound him just because he's Brandon Backe? No. Would they rather face him than Clemens or Pettitte again in the series? Yes. Wouldn't you? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Wart Report post Posted October 6, 2005 I think it has always been the plan that Backe would pitch game 4, and Pettitte game 5 if those are needed, but of course that could change if the Astro's were down 2-1. I'm guessing they want to avoid pitching Clemens on 3 days rest if they can, considering his recent injury problem. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vern Gagne 0 Report post Posted October 6, 2005 Backe is 6-2 with a 3.41 ERA at home this season. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the max 0 Report post Posted October 7, 2005 Is anyone actually watching this game? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conspiracy_Victim 0 Report post Posted October 7, 2005 Yeah I'm watching just afk. Hate it when Clemens grooves a fastball. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the max 0 Report post Posted October 7, 2005 I have it on my smaller tv that only has basic cable while I'm flipping around between hockey games. It's funny, I always thought Lyons was terrible (and he's not anything great), but he's actually a decent commentator. He and Brenneman are ball-washing Atlanta's rookies and they help with getting Atlanta the three run homer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob_barron 0 Report post Posted October 7, 2005 I just got home and am watching it now. Way to go McCann! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest TheDon Report post Posted October 7, 2005 Fat Roger is losing tonight. Thats too bad for him. As they say good things happen to good people. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Czech Republic 0 Report post Posted October 7, 2005 Fat Rodge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vern Gagne 0 Report post Posted October 7, 2005 I was humming the "What's Happening" theme song during the first inning. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Smues Report post Posted October 7, 2005 I had my fingers crossed during the whole game (and it made taking notes during the class I'm in right now quite a pain). Professor just released control of our computers so I was finally able to check and see that we won. This is a major weight off my shoulders. Yes I still think we're losing this series, but winning tonight means I'll feel ok tommorow and Saturday. Huzzah stable mental state for the rest of the week. Was Clemens off his game due to injury? Seeing that the Braves got five runs off of a guy who had an ERA on the road below 1 for most of the season (I think) is a good sign, but I'm guessing it was because he was hurt? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
devo 0 Report post Posted October 7, 2005 Was Clemens off his game due to injury? Seeing that the Braves got five runs off of a guy who had an ERA on the road below 1 for most of the season (I think) is a good sign, but I'm guessing it was because he was hurt? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Seems likely. The commentators were saying that Clemens was still in deep pain from his hamstring injury. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Smues Report post Posted October 7, 2005 I'm watching my recording, damn that is one loud crowd for Turner Field. Odd stat of the day: Atlanta has now won the 2nd game of a playoff series 6 series in a row. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
