TWiB 6/19 - 6/25

[strummer 0]

I know blown saves is a pretty worthless stat, but Wagner has already more than he did all of last season.

 

 

Edit: Word is Wagner's finger is still bothering him which makes it hard for him to throw a slider. If that's true he should be DL'ed immediately because all he threw tonight was fastballs.

[naiwf 0]

Wagner's a worthless pitcher. That fucking fag is going to kill us in the postseason. [/Ozzie Guillen]

[Guest Smues]

It's because he dared to use Rivera's entrance music! [/Yankee fans]

[Guest Smues]

Braves lose again. Bah

[tominator89 0]

Phillies drop another one.

[TheDevilAndGodAreRagingInsideMe 0]

Torre doesn't trust the rest of the Yankee bullpen to get 3 outs before giving up 5 runs, so Rivera is in the game with a FIVE RUN LEAD.

 

I didn't get to see the game tonight, but...this is just getting rediculous.

[Bruiser Chong 0]

Just got back from the Indians/Cubs game that was cut short due to heavy rain and OMG LIGHTNING! Anyway, the Indians' defense cost them this game, even if there were no errors.

 

With two on and no outs, a grounder to Broussard was thrown home, even though Neifi wasn't going home. That loaded up the bases. The next play was hit to Belliard, who wanted to throw to second or first. He double-clutched in both directions before making no play. From there, the Cubs just laid in single after single to eventually drive Sabathia out.

 

Later on, Todd Hollandsworth gave the Indians fans the most they had to cheer about on the night. With two on, he hit a ball right to a charging Nevin at first. Knowing that going back to first to get the out would mean the runner at third would attempt to score, Nevin just went towards Hollandsworth, who sort of inched his way back to homeplate, occasionally looking over at the runner at third. There was a point when Nevin and Holly were just looking at each other before the tag was finally applied. Not sure if it'll make the highlights, but I'd never seen such a drawn out play like that before.

 

P.S. some drunkard went apeshit during the delay when Wagner couldn't nail down the game. We were watching the game on the big scoreboard and I guess I was the only person who was happy to see him blow the game. Good times.

[vivalaultra 0]

I just wanted to wish everyone a very happy "Clemens Day". I know I'm in the minority of people that like Clemens, but I'm really, really excited to see him pitch tonite. I'm also really, really excited to see Liriano pitch tonite. I'm expecting Clemens to have a good game tonite. He looked dominant in the minor leagues. Of course the minor leagues aren't the same as the major leagues, but, still, he looked really sharp in his three starts and, being the competitor that he is, I really think that Roger wouldn't have come back if he didn't think he was going to be dominant. So, I'm not worried that Clemens is going to get rocked, I'm just worried about what our bats are going to do against Liriano. Should be a good game.

[Dobbs 3K 0]

My favorite Roger Clemens moment of all time: The 2004 All-Star Game. 'nuff said.

[TheDevilAndGodAreRagingInsideMe 0]

Bad news: I just picked up Jason Marquis off the free agent list in fantasy, and he pretty much conceded the ERA points for this week. My first really awful start of the season, since my rotation features Hallady, Bonderman, and Pedro, plus BJ Ryan and Jenks.

 

Good news: I also just picked up Joe Crede, in time for in to go 5-8 with 3 HRs, 4 RBI, and 5 runs scored in the first two days on my team.

[Bruiser Chong 0]

Derrek Lee is expected back Monday and I've read that MATT MURTON is the possible candidate to be sent down when that happens. I'm gonna break something if Murton's sent down and Freddie Bynum remains on the MLB roster.

[vivalaultra 0]

My favorite Roger Clemens moment of all time: The 2004 All-Star Game. 'nuff said.

 

That's just mean. It's not like he was the only NL pitcher to look bad in the 2004 ASG.

 

My favorite Yankees moment-

Offseason 2003, Clemens and Pettitte ditch the Apple to come home to Texas

My favorite Red Sox moment-

August 30, 1990-The Red Sox trade Jeff Bagwell to the Houston Astros for RHP Larry Andersen.

[mike546 0]

Pettitte didn't "ditch" the yankees, the yankees lowballed him.

[vivalaultra 0]

Yeah, but it sounds better like that. Either way, he blew 'em off, and rightfully so. They treated him poorly.

[EVIL~! alkeiper 0]

Derrek Lee is expected back Monday and I've read that MATT MURTON is the possible candidate to be sent down when that happens. I'm gonna break something if Murton's sent down and Freddie Bynum remains on the MLB roster.

Murton's slugging .367. Young players deserve a shot, but they do not get a free pass. If Murton can't produce, he should not be on the roster. Whether they can replace him with a good player is up for debate.

 

My favorite Yankees moment-

Offseason 2003, Clemens and Pettitte ditch the Apple to come home to Texas

Yankees' 2003 Record: 101-61.

Yankees' 2004 Record: 101-61.

[vivalaultra 0]

My favorite Yankees moment-

Offseason 2003, Clemens and Pettitte ditch the Apple to come home to Texas

Yankees' 2003 Record: 101-61.

Yankees' 2004 Record: 101-61.

 

I am aware that the Yankees weren't really hurt as far as fielding a competitive team when Clemens and Pettitte left, and I'm also aware that the Astros dramatically underperformed for the first half of 2004 and Pettitte only started 14 games in 2004, but it was a big deal for Texas people everywhere to see two Texas guys leaving the big city to come back home. Don't hate us...we're just simple country folk.

[EVIL~! alkeiper 0]

 

My favorite Yankees moment-

Offseason 2003, Clemens and Pettitte ditch the Apple to come home to Texas

Yankees' 2003 Record: 101-61.

Yankees' 2004 Record: 101-61.

 

I am aware that the Yankees weren't really hurt as far as fielding a competitive team when Clemens and Pettitte left, and I'm also aware that the Astros dramatically underperformed for the first half of 2004 and Pettitte only started 14 games in 2004, but it was a big deal for Texas people everywhere to see two Texas guys leaving the big city to come back home. Don't hate us...we're just simple country folk.

Don't worry. If I were really mean I'd just provide a link to the 1980 postseason.

[Bruiser Chong 0]

Al, at this point, there are no better options for left. I've heard perhaps Nevin in the outfield, but that could be disasterous. The only other options appear to be Bynum and Womack. Maybe Mabry, but you get the idea. If they're going to work from an in-house perspective, Murton's probably their best choice.

[Conspiracy_Victim 0]

 

My favorite Yankees moment-

Offseason 2003, Clemens and Pettitte ditch the Apple to come home to Texas

Yankees' 2003 Record: 101-61.

Yankees' 2004 Record: 101-61.

 

I am aware that the Yankees weren't really hurt as far as fielding a competitive team when Clemens and Pettitte left, and I'm also aware that the Astros dramatically underperformed for the first half of 2004 and Pettitte only started 14 games in 2004, but it was a big deal for Texas people everywhere to see two Texas guys leaving the big city to come back home. Don't hate us...we're just simple country folk.

Don't worry. If I were really mean I'd just provide a link to the 1980 postseason.

 

Where we lost to the Phillies in one of the best playoff series of all time? So what?

 

Now if you're talking about the Astros losing to the coked up jackasses that were the 1986 Mets, that would be mean. I still get a kick out of how terrified the Mets were of Mike Scott that year. You'd think he was Sandy Koufax and Cy Young rolled into one. Amazing what a little sandpaper can do for a person.

 

BTW strummer, I think Wagner's reluctance to throw a slider stems more from the fact that the guy still thinks he can simply throw his fastball by everyone. It makes for a great contest to see at which point the ball is faster: when it comes out of his hand or when it comes off the hitter's bat.

[vivalaultra 0]

 

My favorite Yankees moment-

Offseason 2003, Clemens and Pettitte ditch the Apple to come home to Texas

Yankees' 2003 Record: 101-61.

Yankees' 2004 Record: 101-61.

 

I am aware that the Yankees weren't really hurt as far as fielding a competitive team when Clemens and Pettitte left, and I'm also aware that the Astros dramatically underperformed for the first half of 2004 and Pettitte only started 14 games in 2004, but it was a big deal for Texas people everywhere to see two Texas guys leaving the big city to come back home. Don't hate us...we're just simple country folk.

Don't worry. If I were really mean I'd just provide a link to the 1980 postseason.

 

And I'd counter by providing a link to pretty much every 'Stros/Phillies series of the last few years...especially the one last September with Wagner's ineptness and Biggio's clutch 3-run shot that effectively kept the Phils outta the postseason.

[naiwf 0]

As a Mets fan all I need to say is "1986" and fans of TWO franchises weep. Top that bitches. Top that.

[Conspiracy_Victim 0]

I remember Bidge's homer. Classic moment. IIRC, the Phillie's radio team made it sound like the end of the world was nigh and they could see the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse circling the stadium.

[EVIL~! alkeiper 0]

As a Mets fan all I need to say is "1986" and fans of TWO franchises weep. Top that bitches. Top that.

2003 Marlins. The team that made the Phillies, Braves, Giants, Cubs and Yankees all come together to mutter, "fucking Marlins."

 

I remember Bidge's homer. Classic moment. IIRC, the Phillie's radio team made it sound like the end of the world was nigh and they could see the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse circling the stadium.

It was. It was stunning that the Phils came back from that to make it a pennant race.

[USC Wuz Robbed! 0]

To the Astros fans, all I have to say is this:

 

Thanks.

 

[naiwf 0]

As a Mets fan all I need to say is "1986" and fans of TWO franchises weep. Top that bitches. Top that.

2003 Marlins. The team that made the Phillies, Braves, Giants, Cubs and Yankees all come together to mutter, "fucking Marlins."

 

I suppose the Bartman Ball qualifies, but I don't know why those other franchises would be crying about losing to them.

 

 

 

Pedro just got robbed of a hit. The umps at Shea have been the drizzling shits on every close play this season.

[vivalaultra 0]

To White Sox fans, I say:

 

[USC Wuz Robbed! 0]

So? I'd field an entire squad of gay men playing if it meant a World Series. A team's sexual preference doesn't reflect on any fan's, but nice try.

[naiwf 0]

So? I'd field an entire squad of gay men playing if it meant a World Series. A team's sexual preference doesn't reflect on any fan's, but nice try.

 

C'mon, there ain't no room fer gays in the great state o' Texas!

[vivalaultra 0]

I have no problem with homosexuals or Jay Mariotti, I just thought the picture was funny. Ozzie looks uncomfortable. I shouldn't talk bad about the Sox anyway. We play them this weekend and they're stomping the Cards.

[the max 0]

I heard only steers and queers come from Texas!