692 replies to this topic

[Ryo Sen]

so like... hit it to Juan Rivera...

Seriously, I can't believe this play hasn't received more attention in the press -- he slowed up as it fell. Did anyone else think he might've caught that ball? Or should have at least attempted a diving catch? It's the third out, and if it falls, the game's over -- isn't this when you should, you know, take a shot?

Bizarre.

[mikeford]

Seriously, I can't believe this play hasn't received more attention in the press -- he slowed up as it fell. Did anyone else think he might've caught that ball? Or should have at least attempted a diving catch? It's the third out, and if it falls, the game's over -- isn't this when you should, you know, take a shot?

Bizarre.

Even if he did one of those patented Manny Ramirez feet first slides, he catches that thing. Let alone laying out headfirst like a real outfielder.

[TeddyBallgame9]

Even if he did one of those patented Manny Ramirez feet first slides, he catches that thing. Let alone laying out headfirst like a real outfielder.

If he, ya know, actually RUNS towards the ball he catches it without sliding or diving. Yet all Socia can do is bitch out the umpire? Weak.

[Kidd5PG]

Seriously, I can't believe this play hasn't received more attention in the press -- he slowed up as it fell. Did anyone else think he might've caught that ball? Or should have at least attempted a diving catch? It's the third out, and if it falls, the game's over -- isn't this when you should, you know, take a shot?

Bizarre.

He was intimidated by the crowd. Obviously.

[Ryo Sen]

If he, ya know, actually RUNS towards the ball he catches it without sliding or diving. Yet all Socia can do is bitch out the umpire? Weak.

He really did look like he was jogging. What a tool.

[Andrew]

Papi just walked in the 9th on Sox in 2 on NESN.

[ItOnceWasMyLife]

... he let Moe, Larry, and Curly beat him last night.

This is Awesome! Mostly because Adrian Gonzalez obviously has a little Curly in him.

[Foulkey Reese]

Yay more Varitek!

Ellsbury CF, Pedroia, Martinez 1B, Bay LF, Ortiz DH, Lowell 3B, Drew RF, Varitek C, Gonzalez SS

[Andrew]

Oh shit Drew reaches on an infield hit after breaking his bat and getting jammed.

[Ed Hillel]

I've had a shit day of classes and I'm angry. Humiliate them.

Pretty much. I'm sick, I'm in class right now and I hate it, I have to wake up early and drive 2 hours tomorrow morning for an interview I will likely get rejected after, and I'm generally pretty angry right now.

Go Sox!

[rajendra82]

Lester will work well with Wictor, why won't Beckett.

[Andrew]

Oh geez, Figguns saves the game.

[Andrew]

Wow, you could really tell Green was hurting when he checked that swing.

[rajendra82]

Oh geez, Figguns saves the game.

I have a bad feeling that pitch to Nick Green is going to be called a strike this time around.

[NomarRS05]

Yay more Varitek!

That's good, they need to rest Dusty Brown for when the games really matter.

Ha! Get it? Cause Dusty Brown isn't going to play in any important games at all? Ughhhh.

[Foulkey Reese]

That's good, they need to rest Dusty Brown for when the games really matter.

Ha! Get it? Cause Dusty Brown isn't going to play in any important games at all? Ughhhh.

Well if it makes Beckett more comfortable then I guess it's worth it. We need him in ice man mode for October.

[Snodgrass'Muff]

Thank you for remembering the "THE" of my alma mater. It pisses me off to no end when people say "John Hopkins".

And here I thought he was cracking a leet speak joke after the NERD comment. T E H rather than THE?

[Foulkey Reese]

And here I thought he was cracking a leet speak joke after the NERD comment. T E H rather than THE?

You are a vagina.

[Snodgrass'Muff]

You are a vagina.

It has been said...

[Sin Duda]

Did anyone notice how loose the Sox were in the ninth inning last night, even with two out? And the Halos were all grim and testy looking even before the check swing?

[zapo]

That's good, they need to rest Dusty Brown for when the games really matter.

Ha! Get it? Cause Dusty Brown isn't going to play in any important games at all? Ughhhh.

Finally, Dusty Brown gets some recognition!

[Kilgore A. Trout]

You are a vagina.

Well, as my mother always said- you are what you eat.

[TFisNEXT]

I want a win tonight.

Mike Scioscia is Francona's personal bitch and it will stay that way through October.

Oh, and please get Josh Fucking Beckett tonight. That is all.

[RIrooter09]

So if Beckett almost never pitches to Victor, and if Beckett will probably be our number one starter come playoff time, is it safe to assume Varitek will be starting game one of a playoff series with either Lowell or Ortiz sitting?

[foulkehampshire]

So if Beckett almost never pitches to Victor, and if Beckett will probably be our number one starter come playoff time, is it safe to assume Varitek will be starting game one of a playoff series with either Lowell or Ortiz sitting?

I can't see any situation that merits Ted starting any playoff game.

[SemperFidelisSox]

And Victor Martinez owns John Lackey, who will oppose Beckett in Game 1.

[Kilgore A. Trout]

So if Beckett almost never pitches to Victor, and if Beckett will probably be our number one starter come playoff time, is it safe to assume Varitek will be starting game one of a playoff series with either Lowell or Ortiz sitting?

No way to be certain, but I honestly lean towards thinking that yes, that will be the case. It all depends on how insistent Beckett will be about it. He could come around and appreciate that Tek not being in the lineup helps the cause, or he could stubbornly insist on using only his personal caddy.
I think the least we can all hope for is that Beckett will get lined up against lefties in the playoffs, Saunders in the first round etc., so at least Tek will not bat lefty.
Just imagine how ugly it could get if the Sox get to the World Series and Beckett pitches on the road.

[RIrooter09]

I can't see any situation that merits Ted starting any playoff game.

I agree and think that Varitek brings nothing to the table anymore, but that doesn't mean Francona won't start him out of blind loyalty.

[InsideTheParker]

The commissioner's office is investigating whether Angels closer Brian Fuentes, Manager Mike Scioscia and any of the team's coaches should be disciplined for comments during and after Wednesday's 9-8 loss to the Boston Red Sox.

Pat Courtney, spokesman for the commissioner's office, said today that officials would review the Angels' comments to the media as well as the report filed by umpires after the game.

"They'll see if there's anything they feel crosses the line," Courtney said.

Courtney would not discuss possible sanctions. However, it is likely that any discipline would be limited to fines rather than suspensions

LA Times

Now, I could have added this to last night's game thread, but then said thread would be "above" this one, causing the universe to tilt dangerously.

[Kilgore A. Trout]

LA Times

Now, I could have added this to last night's game thread, but then said thread would be "above" this one, causing the universe to tilt dangerously.

You're goddam right it would've. Never mess with baseless superstition.

[Sprowl]

He really did look like he was jogging. What a tool.

Not only was he jogging, he appeared to slow up before the ball fell in front of him. If there's any time to dive for the ball, that was it: 2 outs, bases loaded, with the winning run set to score.

I think Rivera was lulled by Seabass: he had visions of kelp and minnows floating in front of his eyes.

[Al Zarilla]

That would be seriously adding insult to injury, the Angels getting disciplined on top of their loss last night. Just fines would be nothing to Fuentes and Scioscia, of course. Still, I say let it go, MLB.

[InsideTheParker]

My hunch is that whenever somebody at MLB studies the pitchfx chart, they let it go.

[mikeford]

Can I get an explanation on the "Seabass" moniker bestowed on my boy Adrian Gonzalez?

[Al Zarilla]

Not only was he jogging, he appeared to slow up before the ball fell in front of him. If there's any time to dive for the ball, that was it: 2 outs, bases loaded, with the winning run set to score.

I think Rivera was lulled by Seabass: he had visions of kelp and minnows floating in front of his eyes.

I guess nobody's buying my fear of injury theory with Rivera. Everybody keep an eye on him the rest of the year, as best you can, and see if he ever does dive, or otherwise intentionally cause himself to get jarred. Bet he doesn't.

[koufax32]

The Angels have already lost this game based upon their whiny comments. The only way Boston loses tonight is if they beat themselves/lean on Varitek's skills.

Josh F. Beckett is a cold blooded killer. LAAAA took a swing and missed leaving themselves vulnerable to a counter attack. Kill, Josh, kill.

FINISH THEM

Win.

[nvalvo]

Can I get an explanation on the "Seabass" moniker bestowed on my boy Adrian Gonzalez?

As I understand it, Kevin Millar is the man responsible.

[Bellhorn]

And Victor Martinez owns John Lackey, who will oppose Beckett in Game 1.

Perhaps this would give Tito a nominal reason to start Lester in Game 1 instead without pissing Beckett off.

Then again, a pissed-off Beckett could be a good thing.

[InsideTheParker]

Gonzo's mouth is turned down. This struck Millar as funny, hence the nickname. Dates back to the Marlins, I think.

[InsideTheParker]

I guess nobody's buying my fear of injury theory with Rivera. Everybody keep an eye on him the rest of the year, as best you can, and see if he ever does dive, or otherwise intentionally cause himself to get jarred. Bet he doesn't.

I buy your theory. The mystery is why Scioscia didn't put a young fast guy out there.

[Kilgore A. Trout]

And Victor Martinez owns John Lackey, who will oppose Beckett in Game 1.

That won't get Tek out of the game. Victor will be at first. It's never going to be Victor or Tek. Victor's always in. It's going to be Tek or Lowell.
Now if Lowell absolutely owned Lackey, that might do the trick.

[mikeford]

I buy your theory. The mystery is why Scioscia didn't put a young fast guy out there.

Yeah isn't this the exact reason they still have that worthless bastard Reggie Willts or whatever his name is?

[Al Zarilla]

I buy your theory. The mystery is why Scioscia didn't put a young fast guy out there.

Because Scioscia's a masochist? Yeah, that was the second part, why not a defensive sub. Between Vlad and Rivera, Angels OFers sure age, or deteriorate fast.

[shepard50]

Can I get an explanation on the "Seabass" moniker bestowed on my boy Adrian Gonzalez?

[The_Powa_of_Seiji_Ozawa]

a worthy pre-game ceremony, but WTF, was it really necessary to say "official hospital of the Boston Red Sox and Red Sox Nation"?

[CoRP]

Erin Andrews on Sportscenter from the Miami vs. her ex-beau's alma mater game...

She's looking ever so fuckable.

Edited by City of Rosie Palms, 17 September 2009 - 05:57 PM.

[Hoser Awfulman]

I feel terrible saying this but that was the worst singing of the national anthem since Roseanne.

Go Sox

[DennyDoyle'sBoil]

The Angels have already lost this game based upon their whiny comments. The only way Boston loses tonight is if they beat themselves/lean on Varitek's skills.

Well, so far the first two games seemed unwinable and were won, and tonight's seems unlosable. A win here would really put an elephant in their heads, as Al McGuire used to say.

[jtn46]

Game looks to be on MLB Network

[DukeSox]

Game looks to be on MLB Network

'tis. Tito on now.