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[singaporesoxfan]

If Bobby V Grady Littles any more games, I'm rooting for Pedro to Zimmerize him during the centennial celebration.

[SemperFidelisSox]

In light of the Ross at-bat yesterday, I went ahead and made up a blueprint for what I believe to be the most advanced robot umpire in baseball. It's just a prototype, and I lack the necessary funds and basic understanding of technology to make this a reality, but I'll be passing it along to the MLB offices. His name is Ump-o-Tron 3000, he has PitchFX installed in a monitor on his chest, and a self destruct button on his back in case he tries to kill fans or players (button not shown in image).

[went9]

The Ump-o-Tron 3000 is Larry Wayne Vanover approved. Start production asap.

[mikeford]

I owed like 600 bucks on my taxes this year.

Fuck taxes and fuck the Rangers. Both varieties.

Beat them so bad Josh Hamilton relapses again.

[Sampo Gida]

Colby Lewis has a career 6.28 ERA at Fenway. Lester a career 3.48 ERA against the Rangers

Youk may either hit for the cycle or something good like that and Bobby V will take credit for getting him going, or he goes 0-whatever and Bobby V says I told you so. No matter, still a Win for the Red Sox.

[Laser Show]

Just win

[Jed Zeppelin]

In light of the Ross at-bat yesterday, I went ahead and made up a blueprint for what I believe to be the most advanced robot umpire in baseball. It's just a prototype, and I lack the necessary funds and basic understanding of technology to make this a reality, but I'll be passing it along to the MLB offices. His name is Ump-o-Tron 3000, he has PitchFX installed in a monitor on his chest, and a self destruct button on his back in case he tries to kill fans or players (button not shown in image).

Get it done, Jnai!

[E5 Yaz]

Youk may either hit for the cycle or something good like that and Bobby V will take credit for getting him going, or he goes 0-whatever and Bobby V says I told you so.

If he plays

[InsideTheParker]

I didn't post early good wishes yesterday and a loss, followed by pages of blame, insults, taunts, and general rudeness ensued. I'm inclined to blame Vanover, BV's slow hook, Cherington, Selig, and MLB in general, but just in case:
Geaux Sox, win!

[Foulkey Reese]

In light of the Ross at-bat yesterday, I went ahead and made up a blueprint for what I believe to be the most advanced robot umpire in baseball. It's just a prototype, and I lack the necessary funds and basic understanding of technology to make this a reality, but I'll be passing it along to the MLB offices. His name is Ump-o-Tron 3000, he has PitchFX installed in a monitor on his chest, and a self destruct button on his back in case he tries to kill fans or players (button not shown in image).

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[Carl Everetts Therapist]

In light of the Ross at-bat yesterday, I went ahead and made up a blueprint for what I believe to be the most advanced robot umpire in baseball. It's just a prototype, and I lack the necessary funds and basic understanding of technology to make this a reality, but I'll be passing it along to the MLB offices. His name is Ump-o-Tron 3000, he has PitchFX installed in a monitor on his chest, and a self destruct button on his back in case he tries to kill fans or players (button not shown in image).

Gamethread post of the year.................................................................................................................................. So far

[LeoCarrillo]

It's the lovechildatron of Joe West and the "Danger, Will Robinson" bot.

[Eck'sSneakyCheese]

<shudders>

[Buzzkill Pauley]

<shudders>

I rather like that analogy, myself, since the Cheshire Cat just disappears....

[ShaneTrot]

How did this team lose to that Cardinals team? Oh yeah, Washington is their manager. Unfortunately, we have a nitwit running our team, so let's win the battle of the nitwits!

[HangingW/ScottCooper]

Does anyone have the link to the site that posts all of that day's lineups?

[Remagellan]

Lester has been an ace thus far and deserves a win.

Please

WIN!

[rembrat]

I expect a pounding of epic proportions. The Rangers aren't perfect because Nathan spit the bit.

[scott bankheadcase]

Despite Bobby V managing this team... I'd still like to win. So lets do that.

[went9]

Fastest line up site.

http://baseballpress.com/lineup.php

[E5 Yaz]

The Orioles announced that they claimed catcher Luis Exposito off of waivers from the Red Sox.

[NoMaRRaMoN]

I found this amusing: http://www.theonion....field-po,27919/

[SoxScout]

Aviles SS, Pedroia 2B, Gonzalez 1B, Ortiz DH, Youkilis 3B, Sweeney RF, Ross LF, Salty C, Repko CF

1. Ian Kinsler ® 2B
2. Elvis Andrus ® SS
3. Josh Hamilton (L) LF
4. Adrian Beltre ® 3B
5. Michael Young ® DH
6. Nelson Cruz ® RF
7. Mike Napoli ® 1B
8. Yorvit Torrealba ® C
9. Craig Gentry ® CF

Edited by SoxScout, 17 April 2012 - 02:20 PM.

[Buzzkill Pauley]

-nm-

Edited by Buzzkill Pauley, 17 April 2012 - 02:28 PM.

[NoMaRRaMoN]

I have faith in Lester, but that is a tough lineup for a lefty to face. Cruz, Napoli, Kinsler, Beltre, Young... yikes.

[rembrat]

I hope Aviles goes 0-4 w/ 4K and fouls off a pitch that hits Valentine in the crotch.

[LynnRice75]

Sad that we have replaced Jacoby's production with Repko or McDonald.
Odd that 3 of our losses have come on 3 of the best starts.
Still, we are right in the mix for division lead.
I think we can stay afloat while the pitchers and outfielders heal.
Ten games in... and it's already been quite a season.

[NoMaRRaMoN]

http://fullcount.wee...vs-colby-lewis/

Young, Beltre, Napoli, and Cruz have had success against Lester (SSS).

A-Gon has fucking owned Colby Lewis (SSS).

[went9]

A strong wind is forecast to be blowing out to the Pesky Pole at gametime. Advantage lefties:
Gonzalez, Ortiz, Sweeney, Salty. And any righties letting the ball get deep in the zone.

Rangers with eight righties in their line up aiming for the Monster.

Go Cutter Jon go.

[MalzoneExpress]

I hope Aviles goes 4-4 w/ 4HR and fouls off a pitch that hits Valentine in the crotch.

[Buzzkill Pauley]

I hope Aviles goes 4-4 w/ 4HR and fouls off a pitch that hits Valentine in the crotch.

I hope Aviles goes 4-for-4 w/4 HR and 4 fouled-off pitches that hit Valentine in the crotch. Ha!

[MakMan44]

I hate Repko in center. Prove me wrong Repko. Let's get a win

[soxhop411]

Tim Britton ‏ @TBritton_Projo
Kevin Youkilis practicing the second-base turn of a 6-4-3 double play with Tim Bogar. Interesting.

Huh?

[tonyarmasjr]

I hate Repko in center. Prove me wrong Repko. Let's get a win

Yeah, I'm not a fan of him being on the field except in an emergency.

[SoxScout]

Huh?

If they shift, he will play on that side and Aviles will play on the left side.

[MakMan44]

If they shift, he will play on that side and Aviles will play on the left side.

Yeah, Longoria did that during the series against us.

[MakMan44]

Yeah, I'm not a fan of him being on the field except in an emergency.

Why can't we just trade for Crisp or someone else already? Our in house options suck, least till Kalish gets back and even then he probably won't be ready for a while either.

[rembrat]

My god. Valentine wants to kill Youkilis.

[SoxScout]

Why can't we just trade for Crisp or someone else already? Our in house options suck, least till Kalish gets back and even then he probably won't be ready for a while either.

Because Crisp is signed for $7M next year

[Rooster Crows]

Just win, and the BS will take care of itself. Take care of business, Jon.

GO SOX - WIN TONIGHT!

[MakMan44]

Because Crisp is signed for $7M next year

Ah, didn't realize. Thought it was a one year deal.

[SoxScout]

Ah, didn't realize. Thought it was a one year deal.

I'm pretty sure it was a clerical error on the A's part.

[nvalvo]

I'm pretty sure it was a clerical error on the A's part.

So, at what length of Ellsbury's DL-trip are we willing to assume that cost?

[E5 Yaz]

"We're one happy baseball family." -- Kevin Youkilis

[barclay]

Go Sox! Win on my wonderful sister's birthday! That'd be a great gift! Happy B-day Teddi!

[MakMan44]

So, at what length of Ellsbury's DL-trip are we willing to assume that cost?

After we realize we're not getting him back till mid next year due to surgery that Boras suggest to make sure his shoulder is 100% for free agency.

[mauidano]

"We're one happy baseball family." -- Kevin Youkilis

It's nice to see everyone kiss and makeup. Kumbya!

[greek_gawd_of_walks]

Every other team in Boston is winning. Sox should follow suit.

[LeoCarrillo]

If they shift, he will play on that side and Aviles will play on the left side.

I guess there may be certain circumstances, but it seems potentially risky shifting Youk with a man on first and 0 or 1 out.

1. Bunt to third puts two on and could lead to big inning.
2. Ball hit down third-base line goes for double and scores man from first.
3. Anything awry at second -- wide throw, man safe, Youk bobble, could lead to a "Damon '09" and the runner breaking for unoccupied third. Unless a pitcher covers, most guys (like 98% of American Leaguers) beat Youk in a 90-foot dash.

Edit: Add any of a wealth of possible injuries from Youk awkwardly turning double play.

Edited by LeoCarrillo, 17 April 2012 - 05:40 PM.

[Buzzkill Pauley]

I guess there may be certain circumstances, but it seems potentially risky shifting Youk with a man on first and 0 or 1 out. 1.

Hell, Tito went even farther than that, and made Youk play 2B!