Dan Gould Posted May 12, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2006 Wow, Matsui out with a broken wrist. Pretty much the only way he'd leave the lineup, actually ... can't say I am upset that he'll be out of the lineup, though it would certainly be more satisfying if we beat you out its with the full roster. Tough loss, my Yankee friends, but you were doing well with Matsui basically being a non-factor, and you've got some talent on the bench. I just wouldn't play Bernie too regularly. Give Bubba and Melky a chance and see what they give you, and then when Sheffield is back, go with the better of the two. What's real hard is that wrist injuries are very tough to come back. Just ask Nomar - he just hurt the tendons and it took forever to come back and even longer to regain his power stroke. In fact, if you look at the numbers, he never did regain it. Matsui might not miss so much power though while he's playing at the Stadium. That short porch doesn't take much to reach. Tough loss ... hope you get Matsui back the day after we clinch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave James Posted May 13, 2006 Report Share Posted May 13, 2006 Let's see, I'm looking for a silver lining here, and about the only thing I can find is that this didn't happen to Matsui in August. Small solice. Sure, the Yanks have some guys who might be able to step up, but as long as both Matsui and Sheffield are out, you're talking about taking 220 RBI's out of the lineup. And speaking of Sheffield, his "I'm not playing until I'm 100%" ultimatum pegs him as the "I'm in it for me" guy I was hoping he wasn't. Frankly, I wouldn't be surprised if he's using this as a ploy to get them to move on a contract extension/option pickup. Between the Unit's woes, injuries and dropping two of three to the Sox, this has been a pretty lousy week if you're a Yankee fan. Prediction: Lou Pinella is managing the Yanks before the end of this season. Up over and out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Posted May 13, 2006 Report Share Posted May 13, 2006 And speaking of Sheffield, his "I'm not playing until I'm 100%" ultimatum pegs him as the "I'm in it for me" guy I was hoping he wasn't. Gee, Sheff has never placed himself before the team before (n.b. VERY HEAVY SARCASM INTENDED). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quincy Posted May 13, 2006 Report Share Posted May 13, 2006 What's real hard is that wrist injuries are very tough to come back. Just ask Nomar - he just hurt the tendons and it took forever to come back and even longer to regain his power stroke. I think your "just" is misplaced. Generally speaking ligament & tendon injuries are harder to come back from and take more time than broken bones. Breaks in the wrist can be tricky though given all of the little bones involved. It's a wonder the darn things work at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soulstation1 Posted May 14, 2006 Report Share Posted May 14, 2006 the tribe got swept by the MF Royals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alocispepraluger102 Posted May 14, 2006 Report Share Posted May 14, 2006 Bid pink, help cure breast cancer 05/13/2006 10:41 PM ET By Mark Newman / MLB.com They are the pink bats everyone is talking about, and their final destination is to the highest bidders in an MLB.com Auction. In their symbolism and in their direct and tangible benefits, they could be the most valuable baseball bats produced. As part of an ongoing overall effort to raise awareness about breast cancer and help find a cure for the disease, Major League Baseball is taking the unprecedented step of featuring pink Louisville Sluggers during all games played on Mother's Day. The many players who will use them will then sign the bats, and Major League Baseball will collect the bats and put them up for bidding -- with the proceeds going to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. In addition, each Major League team will sign a pink, team-logo Louisville Slugger bat to be listed on the MLB.com Auction for the same benefit. It's not often that you can acquire historic items from your favorite Major League club and do something this important in the process. It will be a rare opportunity not only to see the subject of breast cancer brought to light as prominently as possible before millions of fans worldwide during the live games, but also for everyone to share in the effort to find a cure for an insidious disease. In 2006, more than 200,000 women will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer, and the Komen Foundation is a leader in directing funds to the source of the problem. For the entire week leading up to and concluding with Mother's Day, a running total has been kept for the Strikeout Challenge, which has let fans pledge donations for each strikeout in those Major League games. Those pledges multiplied by the number of strikeouts results during that week results in a total that also goes fully to the Komen Foundation. The pink bats became an increasingly hot topic leading up to Sunday's games, inside and outside the clubhouses. As many as 100 Major Leaguers were expected to use those bats on Mother's Day. Each player who wanted to participated received two of the personalized pink bats, and each of the 30 teams were to receive six "generic" pink bats available to any player on the team. "We expected that this would be something that would draw a lot of interest," said John A. Hillerich IV, president and CEO of Hillerich & Bradsby Co., manufacturers of Louisville Sluggers for the past 122 years. "But it has far exceeded our expectations. It is wild around here. People are calling, wanting to buy a pink bat. It's crazy. The good thing is that it's drawing attention to the cause." "I think it's a great idea," said Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter, who homered Saturday with his usual Louisville Slugger and will "go pink" on Sunday against Oakland starter Dan Haren. "I haven't seen one, so I don't know what it's going to look like, but it's for a good cause." That cause won't stop after the game, because his and so many other bats will go right here at the MLB.com Auction. MLB.com will announce when the bidding officially begins, so look here for further details. "Major League Baseball is proud to once again support the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation and give back to our fans and community in a meaningful way," said Tim Brosnan, executive vice president of business for Major League Baseball. "Breast cancer affects many women and their families, and we are honored to work with our clubs, players and the Komen Foundation to increase awareness and help to fund the ongoing battle to cure this disease." In addition to the Strikeout Challenge and the MLB.com Auction of the pink bats, donations also may be sent to: Susan G. Komen Foundation 5005 LBJ Freeway Suite 250 Dallas, Texas 75244 This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BERIGAN Posted May 14, 2006 Report Share Posted May 14, 2006 And speaking of Sheffield, his "I'm not playing until I'm 100%" ultimatum pegs him as the "I'm in it for me" guy I was hoping he wasn't. Gee, Sheff has never placed himself before the team before (n.b. VERY HEAVY SARCASM INTENDED). To be fair to Shef, didn't he play with a bad shoulder for quite some time??? As hard as he swings, he needs to be 100% Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Posted May 14, 2006 Report Share Posted May 14, 2006 And speaking of Sheffield, his "I'm not playing until I'm 100%" ultimatum pegs him as the "I'm in it for me" guy I was hoping he wasn't. Gee, Sheff has never placed himself before the team before (n.b. VERY HEAVY SARCASM INTENDED). To be fair to Shef, didn't he play with a bad shoulder for quite some time??? As hard as he swings, he needs to be 100% Dodger fan here -- so cry me a river about Sheff and see if I care. Sheff is part of my Mr. Personality outfield, along with Bonds & Griffey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neal Pomea Posted May 15, 2006 Report Share Posted May 15, 2006 (edited) I am pretty disoriented right now. Last week we saw Yankees Red Sox 3 times on ESPN. This week who are these teams? CHICAGO has a team? Who knew from TV? Edited May 15, 2006 by It Should be You Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alocispepraluger102 Posted May 15, 2006 Report Share Posted May 15, 2006 twinkies just bunted into a 3-4-6 triple play against chisox. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tatifan Posted May 16, 2006 Report Share Posted May 16, 2006 As a long-suffering Phillies phan, I'm amazed at the tear they've been on over the past couple of weeks, after their trademark slow start. I'm sure the other shoe will fall sooner or later, but they seem be picking each other up amazingly.......especially after Aaron Rowand's amazing effort on the play on which he broke his nose. Lieber had a perfect game through 6 2/3rds the other day. No superstars really, but maybe some chemistry at work. Certainly the farm system has come through recently, with the likes of Howard and Utley........and Cole Hamels was thrilling in his pitching debut last week. Nice to see SOMEONE in that division give the Mets a run......it was starting to look like the NL West from last year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BERIGAN Posted May 16, 2006 Report Share Posted May 16, 2006 As a long-suffering Phillies phan, I'm amazed at the tear they've been on over the past couple of weeks, after their trademark slow start. I'm sure the other shoe will fall sooner or later, but they seem be picking each other up amazingly.......especially after Aaron Rowand's amazing effort on the play on which he broke his nose. Lieber had a perfect game through 6 2/3rds the other day. No superstars really, but maybe some chemistry at work. Certainly the farm system has come through recently, with the likes of Howard and Utley........and Cole Hamels was thrilling in his pitching debut last week. Nice to see SOMEONE in that division give the Mets a run......it was starting to look like the NL West from last year! I was wondering when someone would mention them! Amazing run they have been on, and Howard looks to be a superstar very soon....Braves have been playing better of late. If they had a lights out closer, they would be a lot closer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted May 16, 2006 Report Share Posted May 16, 2006 Rangers break an 8-game losing streak against the Yankees in NY and are now 10-5 on the road. Who'da thunk? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Gould Posted May 16, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2006 Rangers break an 8-game losing streak against the Yankees in NY and are now 10-5 on the road. Who'da thunk? Just win the next two, OK? As far as the Phils go ... I hope they cool off by this weekend when the Sox have to face them. Funny how the schedule worked out for the first round of interleague play: 1&2 in both East divisions play each other. I know at the start of the year, this looked like a better deal for the Sox but with the way the Phillies are winning right now ... not so much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted May 16, 2006 Report Share Posted May 16, 2006 Rangers break an 8-game losing streak against the Yankees in NY and are now 10-5 on the road. Who'da thunk? Just win the next two, OK? Gotta celebrate the wins when I can; they don't come often against these guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soulstation1 Posted May 16, 2006 Report Share Posted May 16, 2006 WTF The BIG unit looks like shit.... i've never seen him get rocked like this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Gould Posted May 17, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2006 Rangers break an 8-game losing streak against the Yankees in NY and are now 10-5 on the road. Who'da thunk? Just win the next two, OK? Gotta celebrate the wins when I can; they don't come often against these guys! Well I hope you really enjoyed it while it lasted, cuz this loss tonite is the damn ugliest, most pathetic collapse I've seen in years, probably ever. God I hope the Yanks don't take this as the jumping off point for a streak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted May 17, 2006 Report Share Posted May 17, 2006 Rangers break an 8-game losing streak against the Yankees in NY and are now 10-5 on the road. Who'da thunk? Just win the next two, OK? Gotta celebrate the wins when I can; they don't come often against these guys! Well I hope you really enjoyed it while it lasted, cuz this loss tonite is the damn ugliest, most pathetic collapse I've seen in years, probably ever. God I hope the Yanks don't take this as the jumping off point for a streak. Y'know, I tend to expect very little from my guys, but for God's sake: how hard can it be to hold a NINE-RUN LEAD?????? Every damn pitcher that threw a ball tonight should be fined a week's salary for tonigt's nightmare! And Tex, too, for his two base-running blunders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted May 17, 2006 Report Share Posted May 17, 2006 Rangers break an 8-game losing streak against the Yankees in NY and are now 10-5 on the road. Who'da thunk? I shouldn't've said anything; may have jinxed 'em! -_- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave James Posted May 17, 2006 Report Share Posted May 17, 2006 I shouldn't've said anything; may have jinxed 'em! -_- Al, Based on what happened at Yankee Stadium tonight, I don't think I'm in a position to argue with you. Up over and out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soulstation1 Posted May 17, 2006 Report Share Posted May 17, 2006 big al yanks comeback down 7-0 vs rangers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Gould Posted May 17, 2006 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2006 big al yanks comeback down 7-0 vs rangers 7-0? Try 9 - 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave James Posted May 17, 2006 Report Share Posted May 17, 2006 Kudos to Jorge Posada for his all around game last night. Holding on to that ball after Teixeira played Pete Rose to his Ray Fosse was remarkable. That collision must've knocked him six feet backwards. And then to come back with a walk off in the bottom of the ninth. Let's just say if he ever has a better game, I hope I get to see it. The Yankees problem isn't hitting. Even without Matsui, Sheffield and, last night, Giambi, they still pack plenty of lumber. Their problem is arms. If the Unit can't figure it out, Chacon continues to pitch like he did last year when he was with the Rockies and Mariano Rivera stays as hittable as he has been so far this year, we gottum major problems. Octavio Dotel could fill the Rivera void, but that doesn't address the starting rotation. That, my friends and fellow Yankee fans, is the problem. Up over and out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted May 17, 2006 Report Share Posted May 17, 2006 Dave, As a Ranger fan, all I can say (besides "quit yer whining" ) is, "Welcome to my world." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave James Posted May 17, 2006 Report Share Posted May 17, 2006 Al, I hear you. That one last night had to leave a mark. Up over and out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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