<< <i>I would love to see how Papelbon's "Stare" would work out if a swarm of bugs were flying around his head. Too bad the Red Sox weren't playing the Indians last night. >>
They might fly into his pucker! Hey it would be more protein for him to throw three innings!
I am not using it as an excuse but it did seem like the "swarm" was at it's worse when Joba was pitching. Torre said in the post-game press conference that Joba had trouble seeing the plate.
"The answer was in the Patriots eyes. Gone were the swagger and c0ck sure smirks, replaced by downcast eyes and heads in hands. For his poise and leadership Eli Manning was named the game's MVP. The 2007 Giants were never perfect nor meant to be. They were fighters, scrappers....now they could be called something else, World Champions."
<< <i>I am not using it as an excuse but it did seem like the "swarm" was at it's worse when Joba was pitching. Torre said in the post-game press conference that Joba had trouble seeing the plate. >>
Uh, excuse me but -
WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!
Poor little Joba couldn't see the plate, and he couldn't concentrate...however, Carmona managed just fine the very next half-inning when the bugs were still swarming around heavily. And, Carmona was going on his 9th inning of pitching. Don't use the bugs as an excuse - man-up and admit the Yanks just flat out lost. They did only manage three hits in 11 innings, you know.
Carmona pitched a great game. I think the Yankees can win 3 in a row. Either way, the Yankees or Indians will annihilate The Red Sox (assuming they win the ALDS) in the ALCS.
"The answer was in the Patriots eyes. Gone were the swagger and c0ck sure smirks, replaced by downcast eyes and heads in hands. For his poise and leadership Eli Manning was named the game's MVP. The 2007 Giants were never perfect nor meant to be. They were fighters, scrappers....now they could be called something else, World Champions."
<< <i>I am not using it as an excuse but it did seem like the "swarm" was at it's worse when Joba was pitching. Torre said in the post-game press conference that Joba had trouble seeing the plate. >>
Uh, excuse me but -
WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!
Poor little Joba couldn't see the plate, and he couldn't concentrate...however, Carmona managed just fine the very next half-inning when the bugs were still swarming around heavily. And, Carmona was going on his 9th inning of pitching. Don't use the bugs as an excuse - man-up and admit the Yanks just flat out lost. They did only manage three hits in 11 innings, you know. >>
If I knew they'd ultimately lose it, I'd like the Yankees to rally to win the next two. These playoffs have been a real stinker so far, as we look like we'll have three sweeps with a fourth possible...and all losing teams had ZERO offense.
At this point, I'm okay with a Yankees win tonight just to make something interesting. So far the playoffs have been a snoozefest that can't keep my attention because of how one-sided they've been.
sox took it sweet-now if yanks can whoop indians it be a ballgame damon just hit 3 run homer,5-3 6th inning -bout time somebody did somthing2-0 down to indian s is pretty sad,i though they sucked but i guess not, never payed any attention to em this year
Hey guys, congrats on totally dominating the Angels!!!! Hope to see you shortly in the ALCS.
"The answer was in the Patriots eyes. Gone were the swagger and c0ck sure smirks, replaced by downcast eyes and heads in hands. For his poise and leadership Eli Manning was named the game's MVP. The 2007 Giants were never perfect nor meant to be. They were fighters, scrappers....now they could be called something else, World Champions."
Note to Red Sox Nation: Good luck, you will have your hands full. Rooting for Cleveland to go all the way.
"The answer was in the Patriots eyes. Gone were the swagger and c0ck sure smirks, replaced by downcast eyes and heads in hands. For his poise and leadership Eli Manning was named the game's MVP. The 2007 Giants were never perfect nor meant to be. They were fighters, scrappers....now they could be called something else, World Champions."
<< <i>I wish I could share everyone's optimism, but let's be realistic. The Red Sox just beat up on the White Sox, who by the way, have the 2nd worst record in the American League.
The Red Sox still have a lot of games against AL East teams that are never that easy regardless of their win/loss records. (6 games against the Yankees, 7 vs. Baltimore, 6 vs. Toronto, and 6 vs. TB) We've only got two more games against the White Sox, two against Oakland, and 4 against the Twins. My prediction is that the Red Sox will go 19-14 down this stretch and will finish the season at 97-65.
And the Yankees schedule isn't that much harder than Boston's is. They've still got 3 against the (slumping) Tigers, 6 against the Sox, 5 vs. TB, 3 against Seattle, 3 against KC, 7 against Toronto, and 6 against Baltimore. I think they'll go 23-11 in this stretch and finish with a 94-68 record. >>
I'd just like to toot my own horn here for a second. I made this prediction back on August 25th (not really early in the season or anything, but still . . .) I'm pretty pleased with how closely I guessed the final records of the Red Sox and the Yankees. Only one win off the Red Sox prediction and I nailed the Yankees.
Thanks Perkdog. It's good to be back on the board . . . I've posted here and there, but I was trying to lay low for a while . . .
I like that move too, Mike. Schilling is THE big game pitcher on our staff and it's a good idea to try to take both games at home before going to Cleveland for 3 in a row. Anyone else ever get the feeling that home field advantage in a 7 game series isn't that great?
someone else likely can quote the stats, but past performance indicates that Schilling is much better at Fenway than he is on the road -- his record at Fenway is disproportionately better than the Red Sox record at Fenway is. No brainer decision given how he has pitched lately.
Schilling this year: Home: 4-3, 4.06 Away: 5-5, 3.65 Career at Fenway: 29-11, 4.01 (Pretty impressive, don't you think?)
Compared to Dice: Home: 8-4, 4.86 Away: 7-8, 4.02
That's interesting to me. Dice gives up almost a full run more at home but has a better record. I guess that speaks to the Red Sox hitters giving more run support at home. I still like the move to bump up Schilling and push Dice back. If Dice gives up 3 in 6 2/3 innings (which would mirror his away ERA) I'd feel very good about our chances against Westbrook who has a home ERA this year of 3.94. This is all shaping up to be a very evenly matched series.
<< <i>does it seems like Friday is FOREVER...Who is gonna be Mr.....November >>
JD DREW, of course!!!!
Wouldn't that be something? He has been better lately . . . >>
Earlier in this thread I believe I made a statement such as.. If Drew kicks A$$ in the playoffs and helps us win the World Series, I might, I repeat MIGHT forgive him for $ucking so bad this season.
Heres to ANYONE including Drew stepping up big for this Tribe series...
<< <i>I'm trying to import a swarm of bugs to be released in a crucial point in the game to blind the Sox pitchers! >>
Since we have already used the locuct/gnat plague, why not use the plague of frogs? They are cold blooded and would not be affected by the weather. One of the miniture species would work best since it would take the umpires longer to notice them and possibly delay the game. If you can arrange the frogs, let me know I will send the Red Sox some frog spray they can use.
Seriously, I am looking forward to a great series. Both teams are ready for the battle and it should be fun to watch. Good luck to both,
Well, if JD Drew is going to step up and be the hero in this series, it will have to wait until Game 2. Apparently Kielty will start in his place because he's had decent success against C.C. (9-29 with 2 slam-a-lam-a-ding-dongs) whereas Drew is 0-3 with 3 Ks.
<< <i>Well, if JD Drew is going to step up and be the hero in this series, it will have to wait until Game 2. Apparently Kielty will start in his place because he's had decent success against C.C. (9-29 with 2 slam-a-lam-a-ding-dongs) whereas Drew is 0-3 with 3 Ks. >>
I don't know about this...Bobby Kielty? I realize Tito's thought process, but I'd still start Drew. He's been swinging the bat a lot better as of late.
<<They are cold blooded and would not be affected by the weather. One of the miniture species would work best since it would take the umpires longer to notice them and possibly delay the game. If you can arrange the frogs, let me know I will send the Red Sox some frog spray they can use.>>
I wonder if Trot will start any games in Fenway, I just have a feeling that he is going to burn the Sox Perhaps a late inning homer....something! It would be karmic!
Comments
<< <i>I would love to see how Papelbon's "Stare" would work out if a swarm of bugs were flying around his head.
They might fly into his pucker! Hey it would be more protein for him to throw three innings!
how come blow-joba was the only one who couldnt concentrate?
"The answer was in the Patriots eyes. Gone were the swagger and c0ck sure smirks, replaced by downcast eyes and heads in hands. For his poise and leadership Eli Manning was named the game's MVP. The 2007 Giants were never perfect nor meant to be. They were fighters, scrappers....now they could be called something else, World Champions."
<< <i>I am not using it as an excuse but it did seem like the "swarm" was at it's worse when Joba was pitching. Torre said in the post-game press conference that Joba had trouble seeing the plate. >>
Uh, excuse me but -
WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!
Poor little Joba couldn't see the plate, and he couldn't concentrate...however, Carmona managed just fine the very next half-inning when the bugs were still swarming around heavily. And, Carmona was going on his 9th inning of pitching. Don't use the bugs as an excuse - man-up and admit the Yanks just flat out lost. They did only manage three hits in 11 innings, you know.
"The answer was in the Patriots eyes. Gone were the swagger and c0ck sure smirks, replaced by downcast eyes and heads in hands. For his poise and leadership Eli Manning was named the game's MVP. The 2007 Giants were never perfect nor meant to be. They were fighters, scrappers....now they could be called something else, World Champions."
<< <i>
<< <i>I am not using it as an excuse but it did seem like the "swarm" was at it's worse when Joba was pitching. Torre said in the post-game press conference that Joba had trouble seeing the plate. >>
Uh, excuse me but -
WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!
Poor little Joba couldn't see the plate, and he couldn't concentrate...however, Carmona managed just fine the very next half-inning when the bugs were still swarming around heavily. And, Carmona was going on his 9th inning of pitching. Don't use the bugs as an excuse - man-up and admit the Yanks just flat out lost. They did only manage three hits in 11 innings, you know. >>
THANK YOU Jerry!!!
Bosox1976
I think that was a TERRIBLE decision to send Lugo with no one out, but they got lucky with the off-line throw.
Oops -- sac fly, now 4-0.
At this point, I'm okay with a Yankees win tonight just to make something interesting. So far the playoffs have been a snoozefest that can't keep my attention because of how one-sided they've been.
On to the ALCS!
Cheers to the Angels and their fans...you guys will be back next year, and probably even better (perhaps A-Rod is headed your way?)
Can the Crankies win 3 straight?
19-4 in 3 games!
Go Sawks! Indians are next!
"The answer was in the Patriots eyes. Gone were the swagger and c0ck sure smirks, replaced by downcast eyes and heads in hands. For his poise and leadership Eli Manning was named the game's MVP. The 2007 Giants were never perfect nor meant to be. They were fighters, scrappers....now they could be called something else, World Champions."
Really stepped it up agains the Halos (who looked soooo beaten down and hurt)
<< <i>Hey guys, congrats on totally dominating the Angels!!!! Hope to see you shortly in the ALCS.
bwahahahaha
try again bub.
<< <i>Bring on the TRIBE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! >>
Here we come Perkdog. Ready to grind through another tough series.
I am looking forward to a fantastic series.
"The answer was in the Patriots eyes. Gone were the swagger and c0ck sure smirks, replaced by downcast eyes and heads in hands. For his poise and leadership Eli Manning was named the game's MVP. The 2007 Giants were never perfect nor meant to be. They were fighters, scrappers....now they could be called something else, World Champions."
<< <i>I wish I could share everyone's optimism, but let's be realistic. The Red Sox just beat up on the White Sox, who by the way, have the 2nd worst record in the American League.
The Red Sox still have a lot of games against AL East teams that are never that easy regardless of their win/loss records. (6 games against the Yankees, 7 vs. Baltimore, 6 vs. Toronto, and 6 vs. TB) We've only got two more games against the White Sox, two against Oakland, and 4 against the Twins. My prediction is that the Red Sox will go 19-14 down this stretch and will finish the season at 97-65.
And the Yankees schedule isn't that much harder than Boston's is. They've still got 3 against the (slumping) Tigers, 6 against the Sox, 5 vs. TB, 3 against Seattle, 3 against KC, 7 against Toronto, and 6 against Baltimore. I think they'll go 23-11 in this stretch and finish with a 94-68 record. >>
I'd just like to toot my own horn here for a second. I made this prediction back on August 25th (not really early in the season or anything, but still . . .) I'm pretty pleased with how closely I guessed the final records of the Red Sox and the Yankees. Only one win off the Red Sox prediction and I nailed the Yankees.
This is going to be a GREAT series! I am once again cautiously optimistic of our chances!
I think it was a good idea to move Schilling up. Might fire up Dice K too.
Bosox1976
I like that move too, Mike. Schilling is THE big game pitcher on our staff and it's a good idea to try to take both games at home before going to Cleveland for 3 in a row. Anyone else ever get the feeling that home field advantage in a 7 game series isn't that great?
<< <i>STILL PUMPED UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
They certainly are!
Home: 4-3, 4.06
Away: 5-5, 3.65
Career at Fenway: 29-11, 4.01 (Pretty impressive, don't you think?)
Compared to Dice:
Home: 8-4, 4.86
Away: 7-8, 4.02
That's interesting to me. Dice gives up almost a full run more at home but has a better record. I guess that speaks to the Red Sox hitters giving more run support at home. I still like the move to bump up Schilling and push Dice back. If Dice gives up 3 in 6 2/3 innings (which would mirror his away ERA) I'd feel very good about our chances against Westbrook who has a home ERA this year of 3.94. This is all shaping up to be a very evenly matched series.
I can hardly wait.
<< <i>does it seems like Friday is FOREVER...Who is gonna be Mr.....November
JD DREW, of course!!!!
Wouldn't that be something? He has been better lately . . .
<< <i>
<< <i>does it seems like Friday is FOREVER...Who is gonna be Mr.....November
JD DREW, of course!!!!
Wouldn't that be something? He has been better lately . . . >>
Earlier in this thread I believe I made a statement such as.. If Drew kicks A$$ in the playoffs and helps us win the World Series, I might, I repeat MIGHT forgive him for $ucking so bad this season.
Heres to ANYONE including Drew stepping up big for this Tribe series...
Is it Friday yet????
I'm trying to import a swarm of bugs to be released in a crucial point in the game to blind the Sox pitchers!
<< <i>I'm trying to import a swarm of bugs to be released in a crucial point in the game to blind the Sox pitchers! >>
Too cold now.
<< <i>I'm trying to import a swarm of bugs to be released in a crucial point in the game to blind the Sox pitchers! >>
Since we have already used the locuct/gnat plague, why not use the plague of frogs? They are cold blooded and would not be
affected by the weather. One of the miniture species would work best since it would take the umpires longer to notice them and
possibly delay the game. If you can arrange the frogs, let me know I will send the Red Sox some frog spray they can use.
Seriously, I am looking forward to a great series. Both teams are ready for the battle and it should be fun to watch.
Good luck to both,
and Go Tribe!
<< <i>Well, if JD Drew is going to step up and be the hero in this series, it will have to wait until Game 2. Apparently Kielty will start in his place because he's had decent success against C.C. (9-29 with 2 slam-a-lam-a-ding-dongs) whereas Drew is 0-3 with 3 Ks. >>
I don't know about this...Bobby Kielty? I realize Tito's thought process, but I'd still start Drew. He's been swinging the bat a lot better as of late.
affected by the weather. One of the miniture species would work best since it would take the umpires longer to notice them and
possibly delay the game. If you can arrange the frogs, let me know I will send the Red Sox some frog spray they can use.>>
wouldn't be the first time...
Bosox1976
The man is brilliant.
5 hours and 23 minutes to go!
That would be cool....
.... followed by a 4-run walk-off grand-slam by Big papi :-)