348 replies to this topic

[Snodgrass'Muff]

Threw at pretty much the only guy in tonight's lineup that can't afford a suspension other than Seabass. Pussy.

Eh, eh's the only regular in the lineup. I think that has more to do with it than thinking Ortiz wouldn't retaliate.

[Papelbot]

Today on Walkoff Walk Rob Iracane called out Papelbon for throwing at Lind. He dug up some historical stats on batters HBP after their 3rd or 4th home run of the day, essentially saying it was a dickish move on Paps' part. To that I say: Fuck you, Rob Iracane.

[TFisNEXT]

Well it just took a few innings longer tonight to trail 4-0.

[JulE6]

I sincerely hope this is Wakefield's last start. Thanks for the great career, but he's done.

[Yazdog8]

Meatball city right there.

[DennyDoyle'sBoil]

Ok. So first Sox hit coming in the... 5th?

Tomorrow?

[SemperFidelisSox]

I know these games are meaningless and the players don't give a shit, but now you're looking at maybe having to go to the bullpen early and that sucks.

[SoxScout]

retire

[Yazdog8]

Ugh.

[teddywingman]

The BJs are a homerun machine!

[Papelbot]

These blue Jays' beaks now glisten crimson from feasting on the entrails of Red Sox pitching.

Edited by Papelbot, 30 September 2009 - 06:49 PM.

[strek1]

I sincerely hope this is Wakefield's last start. Thanks for the great career, but he's done.

I don't see any reason for him to even be starting this game. With his back just shut him down. He's not going to help in the post season.

[SoxScout]

[Nuf Ced]

It really pains me to see Wakefield like this.

[Snodgrass'Muff]

I know these games are meaningless and the players don't give a shit, but now you're looking at maybe having to go to the bullpen early and that sucks.

Seriously... we can't afford to be wasting the likes of Fernando Cabrera.

[TheYellowDart5]

At least the Blue Jays didn't play hard against the Sox when the season actually mattered.

[SMU_Sox]

Poor Wake, this must be so tough. I wonder how much he is thinking about retirement given his injury and lack of success the last few weeks.

[Sprowl]

I sincerely hope this is Wakefield's last start. Thanks for the great career, but he's done.

He's injured. That's not necessarily the same thing as being done, even in the mid-40s. I'm looking forward to Wake's next start in April.

[BucketOBalls]

I don't see any reason for him to even be starting this game. With his back just shut him down. He's not going to help in the post season.

I think this is his just taking one for the team here. Who would have have to start in this slot?

[fenwaypaul]

The Red Sox players should stand on top of the dugout and start the wave themselves tonight.

[BucketOBalls]

I don't think they called up Charlie Zink.

It would be amusing to see if anyone noticed.

[TFisNEXT]

He's injured. That's not necessarily the same thing as being done, even in the mid-40s. I'm looking forward to Wake's next start in April.

If he has successful surgery, there's no reason to think he wont be the same guy who is a bargain at 4 mil.

[Redkluzu]

If you're in the mood for a more exciting game, switch to ESPN and watch the Tigers-Minnesota game, Tiggers just tied it up 2-2.



EDIT-- Tiggers take the lead, 4-2

Edited by Redkluzu, 30 September 2009 - 06:54 PM.

[scotian1]

This is major league baseball?

[SoxInTheMist]

This is embarrassing. Glad no one is watching. All that's missing is Tek "catching".

[SemperFidelisSox]

And I can't wait for next July when Wakefield fucks the team again and they need to scramble to find a starter who can give them 15 starts in the second half.

[SMU_Sox]

He's injured. That's not necessarily the same thing as being done, even in the mid-40s. I'm looking forward to Wake's next start in April.

@ 4 million bucks for the innings + ERA he gives us even if he only lasts 4 - 5 months I agree with you even if he's painful to watch now.

[Snodgrass'Muff]

Celebration in Natstown! Maxwell hit a walk off grand slam against the Mets off of KRod.

[Papelbot]

Remy in the feed after cut to commercial: "How many home runs do they have in this series? Feels like a hundred.."

[joelmon]

"If you're in the mood for a more exciting game, switch to ESPN and watch the Tigers-Minnesota game, Tiggers just tied it up 2-2."

As exciting as the Nats hitting a game winning grand slam? (A day after Dukes runs face first into the scoreboard and flips backward to win it) For those wondering why you should hold onto Paps until his arm is hamburger meet, let me introduce you to Krod.

By the way, despite how Wake is performing today, do you think he would return to a limited capacity (first half/pen/spot start) or is he the kind of guy who would want to start all year? I would ask on the main board, but I can't. I am curious to see how he views his role.

Edited by joelmon, 30 September 2009 - 06:56 PM.

[Bada Bing]

And I can't wait for next July when Wakefield fucks the team again and they need to scramble to find a starter who can give them 15 starts in the second half.

The good news is they wont have a crippled double play machine at third base, or a corpse behind the plate next year.

[SoxInTheMist]

Why on earth would one *ever* go to Comcast Town? I mean, wtf?

[SMU_Sox]

As exciting as the Nats hitting a game winning grand slam? For those wondering why you should hold onto Paps until his arm is hamburger meet, let me introduce you to Krod.

By the way, despite how Wake is performing today, do you think he would return to a limited capacity (first half/pen/spot start) or is he the kind of guy who would want to start all year? I would ask on the main board, but I can't. I am curious to see how he views his role.

I became a member very recently, but before I started posting here I followed for a long time and I can tell you that Wakefield is a divisive topic. He's like debating abortion, gay rights, and social justice in one sitting.

[Barbara]

I come home and the score is 0-0. Get settled, get my tea, etc., etc. In a blink the score is 5-0. I truly thought I had clicked on Tuesday instead of Wednesday for MLBN and was watching the wrong game.

I think I need wine instead.

What the hell is going on?

[Dogman2]

I'm rooting hard for a no hitter, just for Zomp.

[teddywingman]

"If you're in the mood for a more exciting game, switch to ESPN and watch the Tigers-Minnesota game, Tiggers just tied it up 2-2."

As exciting as the Nats hitting a game winning grand slam? (A day after Dukes runs face first into the scoreboard and flips backward to win it) For those wondering why you should hold onto Paps until his arm is hamburger meet, let me introduce you to Krod.

By the way, despite how Wake is performing today, do you think he would return to a limited capacity (first half/pen/spot start) or is he the kind of guy who would want to start all year? I would ask on the main board, but I can't. I am curious to see how he views his role.

Well, from various examples throughout his career, he seems willing to fill any role the team asks of him.
At his age, who knows? He may at some point feel differently.
I'm all for Wake starting as many games as possible next year.

Annnnd.... just misssed another dinger.

[TheYellowDart5]

I became a member very recently, but before I started posting here I followed for a long time and I can tell you that Wakefield is a divisive topic. He's like debating abortion, gay rights, and social justice in one sitting.

You haven't seen the main board debates on JD Drew.

[Sprowl]

And I can't wait for next July when Wakefield fucks the team again and they need to scramble to find a starter who can give them 15 starts in the second half.

The team expected and planned for injury to starters by signing several reclamation projects and lining up several AAA starters. Back in June, plenty of us were complaining about Buchholz not getting his chance early enough... that was because Wakefield lasted longer than expected and Penny and Smoltz proved to be durable but mediocre instead of fragile stars. I expect that 2010 will look the same, just with different names. Whether Bowden or Tazawa would be first in line for callup isn't so clear yet.

[SMU_Sox]

All I can think of right now is that if the 07 Cardinals won the WS then anyone can.

Edited by johnlimberakis, 30 September 2009 - 07:06 PM.

[teddywingman]

I became a member very recently, but before I started posting here I followed for a long time and I can tell you that Wakefield is a divisive topic. He's like debating abortion, gay rights, and social justice in one sitting.

Spot on! You're either a Wakefiel fan or you're not... nobody is gonna change your mind.

[DennyDoyle'sBoil]

The good news is they wont have a [snip] a corpse behind the plate next year.

Nope, just paying $3 million for one they aren't using.

[esaslaw]

I come home and the score is 0-0. Get settled, get my tea, etc., etc. In a blink the score is 5-0. I truly thought I had clicked on Tuesday instead of Wednesday for MLBN and was watching the wrong game.

I think I need wine instead.

What the hell is going on?

think ft myers, march 28 or so

[Sprowl]

I come home and the score is 0-0. Get settled, get my tea, etc., etc. In a blink the score is 5-0. I truly thought I had clicked on Tuesday instead of Wednesday for MLBN and was watching the wrong game.

I think I need wine instead.

What the hell is going on?

Bad Wake was going on, until he was replaced by Bad Cabrera. I am bypassing the wine in favor of rum.

[Dogman2]

All I can think of right now is that if the 07 Cardinals won the WS then anyone can.

Yeah, that was my favorite WS year. Especially for the Cards.

[Reverend]

You haven't seen the main board debates on JD Drew.

I owe you a Mr. Pibb.

[Frito Tankona]

The team expected and planned for injury to starters by signing several reclamation projects and lining up several AAA starters. Back in June, plenty of us were complaining about Buchholz not getting his chance early enough... that was because Wakefield lasted longer than expected and Penny and Smoltz proved to be durable but mediocre instead of fragile stars. I expect that 2010 will look the same, just with different names. Whether Bowden or Tazawa would be first in line for callup isn't so clear yet.

I agree with this. Wakefield (even more this year than in past years) was extremely productive for the first half and was more than worth the $4M he is paid based on that. I truly think that management believes that any production from Wakefield past the first 2/3 of the year is gravy.

Edited by Frito Tankona, 30 September 2009 - 07:10 PM.

[Max Power]

Practice makes perfect for Lowrie.

[teddywingman]

Real nice play there by Lowrie at 3rd.

[Sprowl]

And Lowrie gets the arm angle and extension right this time, after another nice diving stop.

[SemperFidelisSox]

That 130 pitch game really ruined Pedro.