Patrick Posted August 26, 2009 Report Posted August 26, 2009 2 out of 3 for the Tribe at KC!!! David Huff pitched well (6IP, 2 ER), Matt LaPorta hit his second HR of the season, and Kerry Wood got his 16th save. Quote
Quincy Posted August 26, 2009 Report Posted August 26, 2009 1948 tix stub That's about $55 adjusted for inflation. Of course you aren't getting a cup holder, a big vidya screen w/ replays and no rock music between innings. I'm sure any Indian fan who could afford ride in a time machine would happily pay it! Quote
WorldB3 Posted August 26, 2009 Report Posted August 26, 2009 1948 tix stub That's about $55 adjusted for inflation. Of course you aren't getting a cup holder, a big vidya screen w/ replays and no rock music between innings. I'm sure any Indian fan who could afford ride in a time machine would happily pay it! Replay video screens and cup holders are great but I would happily pay 55 dollars and up to go in a time machine back when you weren't bombarded by rock music and a screaming idiotic PA announcers during and between innings and all the other assaults on my senses when I now go to a baseball game. It might by nice to actually talk about baseball at a game and be able to hear the person next to me. Everything is like a Disney on ice show or something now. Basketball is the worst with them blasting hip hop while the point guard is walking the ball up the court. I guess they think people need to be entertained by something else during the game now so they won't get bored. Quote
vajerzy Posted August 26, 2009 Report Posted August 26, 2009 I attended the 1993 World Series in Philly and the ticket was $65.00 for the 600 level right-center field. My memory of ML baseball when I was a kid was the organ music of Paul Richardson at the Vet, the dancing fountains in center field, and Phil and Phyllis in the 500 level in the OF. Circa 1973. Quote
Quincy Posted August 27, 2009 Report Posted August 27, 2009 Replay video screens and cup holders are great but I would happily pay 55 dollars and up to go in a time machine back when you weren't bombarded by rock music and a screaming idiotic PA announcers during and between innings and all the other assaults on my senses when I now go to a baseball game. It might by nice to actually talk about baseball at a game and be able to hear the person next to me. I agree as I'm no fan of the loud music at sporting events either. I mostly mentioned rock as it's Cleveland and all. I was lucky enough to catch the game this year at Civic Stadium where they have an old time band in the stands instead of the piped in stuff. Alas it's the final year for the old WPA park. Quote
Chalupa Posted August 27, 2009 Report Posted August 27, 2009 Jesus H. Christ. Cole Hamels throws 8 scoreless innings tonight and Ryan Madson comes on in the 9th w/ the Phillies up 1-0. Boom! Home Run game tied 1-1. I'm so mad right now!!! :rmad: :rmad: :rmad: Quote
Dan Gould Posted August 27, 2009 Report Posted August 27, 2009 Well, Wakefield had an awesome start - 7 innings, 1 run, pounded the strike zone all night, close to an 80-20 strike to walk ratio, and on top of that, V-Mart had no major problems with the knuckler. If he can keep that up, I wouldn't mind bringing Wake back for one more go-round, assuming his back and his nerve problem isn't an issue. Using Martinez as his caddy works a lot better than having a limp noodle back up catcher who can't hit his weight but can catch the knuckler. And best of all, Papi hit his second homer of the night in the ninth for a walk-off! A great reminder of days past, if Papi can keep it up maybe good things are still to come. And there will be another good thing to come tomorrow: I'm quite sure Penny will be DFA'd to make room for Wagner. With Wakefield going seven and the Red Sox getting away using only Ramirez and Bard with no extra innings, they've got a fresh enough bullpen - Okajima, Saito, Delcarmen and Papelbon having all gotten a day off - they don't have to worry about Tazawa blowing up. Even if he only goes 4-5 innings they can work from there with what they've got; no need to disable someone they don't want to to keep Penny one extra day for dubious "protection". So long Brad. Quote
Quincy Posted August 27, 2009 Report Posted August 27, 2009 Well, Wakefield had an awesome start - 7 innings, 1 run, pounded the strike zone all night, Pounding the strike zone with a butterfly. I like Wakefield (and not just because he's over 40.) This season has been a yo-yo for quite a few team's fans, but for Boston especially so (as you know!) Quote
Dan Gould Posted August 27, 2009 Report Posted August 27, 2009 Well, Wakefield had an awesome start - 7 innings, 1 run, pounded the strike zone all night, Pounding the strike zone with a butterfly. I like Wakefield (and not just because he's over 40.) Did anyone else see the discussion/demonstration of the knuckler by MLB's crack staff of old fart former players? Mitch Williams learned the knuckler from Charlie Hough and was throwin it pretty good and joked about coming back as a 50 year old knuckleball pitcher. Didn't seem that farfetched. Quote
Dave James Posted August 27, 2009 Report Posted August 27, 2009 According to ESPN, Brad Penny has been released by the Red Sux. Up over and out. Quote
Dan Gould Posted August 27, 2009 Report Posted August 27, 2009 According to ESPN, Brad Penny has been released by the Red Sux. Up over and out. I surely thought you were above that, Dave. If you hadn't expressed some admiration for Ortiz, I'd have guessed that a comment about "Big Sloppi" being back on steroids would be next. Quote
Dan Gould Posted August 27, 2009 Report Posted August 27, 2009 On the topic of Ortiz, here are the stats I referenced earlier. From the Globe: You could probably win some bar bets with this question. There are two players who rank in the top five in home runs and RBI in the American League since May 20. Mark Teixeira is one. Who is the other? Home runs 1. Carlos Pena, 24 2. David Ortiz, 22 3. Russell Branyan, 21 4t. Mark Teixeira, 20 4t. Nelson Cruz, 20 RBI 1. Bobby Abreu, 68 2. Mark Teixeira, 65 3. Justin Morneau, 63 4. David Ortiz, 62 5t. Joe Mauer, 60 5t. Juan Rivera, 60 http://www.boston.com/sports/baseball/reds...as/extra_bases/ Since Ortiz started hitting on May 20, his .840 OPS is second on the team, and his .520 SLG leads the team. If he keeps it up, he could be a difference-maker the rest of the way. And it certainly suggests that the team doesn't have to plan on finding a replacement for 2010. Quote
Soulstation1 Posted August 28, 2009 Report Posted August 28, 2009 Watch out Blue Jays You Are Next!!! Quote
Tim McG Posted August 28, 2009 Report Posted August 28, 2009 Arizona is beating my Giants 9-0 in the 7th and the Rockies suddenly don't know how to win any more. Have I mentioned that I hate the dodgers...? Grrrrrr Quote
ghost of miles Posted August 28, 2009 Report Posted August 28, 2009 Correct me if I'm wrong, Big Al, but I think the Rangers are the first team to take a series from the Yanks since the All-Star break. Quote
Dan Gould Posted August 28, 2009 Report Posted August 28, 2009 The White Sox took three of four at home from the Yankees about two weeks ago. Coincidentally, they are in the Bronx tonight through Sunday. Quote
Matthew Posted August 28, 2009 Author Report Posted August 28, 2009 Very cool series between the Giants & Rockies this weekend. The stars lined up for San Francisco and they have Lincecum, Zito, and Cain pitching, so I would be very disappointed if the Giants do not take at least 2 of 3. Of course, I would not complain if they swept either... Quote
Soulstation1 Posted August 28, 2009 Report Posted August 28, 2009 Cards have another tough series this weekend They play Washington The only good team they have played during the past month was the Dodgers and the Dodgers have not been playing well lately Quote
Big Al Posted August 28, 2009 Report Posted August 28, 2009 Correct me if I'm wrong, Big Al, but I think the Rangers are the first team to take a series from the Yanks since the All-Star break. The White Sox took three of four at home from the Yankees about two weeks ago. Coincidentally, they are in the Bronx tonight through Sunday. It's the first series the Yanks have lost at home since the All-Star Break. Hey, I'm just trying to get my head around the idea that the Rangers actually won a series against the Yankees in New York!!! When the heck was the last time THAT happened? Much less just winning a series from them, period? Quote
WorldB3 Posted August 28, 2009 Report Posted August 28, 2009 (edited) Very cool series between the Giants & Rockies this weekend. The stars lined up for San Francisco and they have Lincecum, Zito, and Cain pitching, so I would be very disappointed if the Giants do not take at least 2 of 3. Of course, I would not complain if they swept either... i don't see them taking two of three if they trot out Wynn, Iskikawa and Fred Lewis as the 3-4-5 hitters again this weekend. Tim will have to go 8 with 1 earned run to just get the no decision tonight. Edited August 28, 2009 by WorldB3 Quote
Matthew Posted August 28, 2009 Author Report Posted August 28, 2009 Very cool series between the Giants & Rockies this weekend. The stars lined up for San Francisco and they have Lincecum, Zito, and Cain pitching, so I would be very disappointed if the Giants do not take at least 2 of 3. Of course, I would not complain if they swept either... i don't see them taking two of three if they trot out Wynn, Iskikawa and Fred Lewis as the 3-4-5 hitters again this weekend. Tim will have to go 8 with 1 earned run to just get the no decision tonight. Well, the Giant offense has stunk all year long, so they're use to scratching for runs, and wonders of wonders, Ishikawa hit in the clutch this week. I'm looking for wins from Lincecum & Cain, Zito's pitching very good lately, so, you never know.... Quote
Soulstation1 Posted August 28, 2009 Report Posted August 28, 2009 Mark it down The Tribe and Baltimore will be the best series this weekend Quote
Chalupa Posted August 28, 2009 Report Posted August 28, 2009 Kazmir to the Angels??? http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=4429766 Quote
Patrick Posted August 28, 2009 Report Posted August 28, 2009 Mark it down The Tribe and Baltimore will be the best series this weekend We already have a come-from-behind-win with two outs in the ninth. Andy Marte, trying to salvage a professional career, his his second HR of the season. Quite exciting. And only about 13K fans out at Angelos' haunts--what a difference compared to the late 90's when the O's and the Tribe were excellent. I'd even consider catching a game up there, but not after the crap Angelos pulled with respect to the Nationals. Quote
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