Show #119: The Weak that Was
The End of a Miserable Road Trip, Our Big Trade, What Lies Ahead
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August 2nd, 2010 at 1:53 pm
Love the title. Listening to the show while running errands with my very special sister makes me hesitant to comment. I’m not good at lestening to two conversations at one time. I do remember Curt saying something about not being as pessimistic as Hammy so…heh, that tells you how well I was listening. I clearly remember Hammy lamenting the loss of Prado and how it might ruin our run (you wil NEVER live it down). So the road trip was bad, very bad. But I DO find minimal comfort in the GNats almost sweeping the Phillies. Obviously they are on a roll. I was very disappointed in Ankiel but it’s one game. Troy is a power hitter and aren’t they natorious for being streaky? Maybe the professor can see how streaky his fab 2008 run was. Heyward’s clutch double was encouraging. All of that to say, Mrs. Mary Sunshine feels hesitant yet hopeful. Make sense?
August 2nd, 2010 at 2:14 pm
Braves lineup:1. Infante 2B, 2. Heyward RF, 3. Jones 3B, 4. Diaz LF, 5. Gonzalez SS, 6. Glaus 1B, 7. Ankiel CF, 8. Ross C, 9. Hudson P
August 2nd, 2010 at 2:15 pm
What do you think Kate? Can we hold our fragile lead during the homestand?
August 2nd, 2010 at 2:34 pm
Good show guys. Very humorous in a time of despair.
2 Things on tonight’s lineup: Bravo for the shuffle, Bobby, but why is Ankiel playing against a lefty? Why, if he is playing, is he hitting in front of Ross? Just a couple thoughts…
Is this the dawn of seeing Rick Ankiel play more than he should?
August 2nd, 2010 at 2:50 pm
Apparently Bobby doesn’t get the data showing Ankiel hitting .180 against lefties.
And yes, I think we are going to see a lot of the Rickster
August 2nd, 2010 at 2:59 pm
Bobby is really putting the power of home field advantage to the test with that lineup. At least we have Huddy going.
August 2nd, 2010 at 3:26 pm
SO looking forward to having the boys home tonight. Seems like an excellent time to break out my Diaz shirt. No rain no rain no rain.
August 2nd, 2010 at 5:02 pm
Who has more K’s tonight, Ankiel or Francoeur?
August 2nd, 2010 at 5:22 pm
80 degrees and overcast – baseball is in the air here at The Ted. Go Braves!!
August 2nd, 2010 at 5:36 pm
Suddenly I can’t breathe…
Prado is going on the DL. Prado just met with Bobby Cox and the decision was made.
August 2nd, 2010 at 5:49 pm
Precautionary. Just so they can fill his roster spot. Diory Hernandez, hello.
August 2nd, 2010 at 7:08 pm
Here we go.
August 2nd, 2010 at 7:27 pm
Johan Santana has nightmares about Matt Diaz.
August 2nd, 2010 at 7:28 pm
Anne, how’d your boy look with that double?
August 2nd, 2010 at 7:34 pm
I love the taste of crow.
August 2nd, 2010 at 7:40 pm
Like I’ve always said…I hope we acquire Ankiel and play him against lefties.
August 2nd, 2010 at 7:44 pm
Shake it off Huddy.
August 2nd, 2010 at 7:45 pm
ANNE! Talk to me! Somebody get Santana some super glue.
August 2nd, 2010 at 7:56 pm
Did we just leave our pitcher stranded on base the entire inning after his extra base hit?
August 2nd, 2010 at 8:02 pm
Hey-I’m here but with a friend who chats during games. Imagine!! Diaz looks great and speakin’ as a girl…so does Ankiel. Happy crowd here.
August 2nd, 2010 at 8:10 pm
Shut-up! Troy just hit the ball out of the outfield!
August 2nd, 2010 at 8:53 pm
Wow…lots of pitches. Anne, go punch the lady with the “Welcome Home Frenchy” sign. Thanks.
EOF with Mono. Isn’t that pretty contagious? Nobody kiss Eric alright?
August 2nd, 2010 at 9:18 pm
3 wasted leadoff doubles… why? WHY?
August 2nd, 2010 at 9:19 pm
Ankiel is spitting on comment #4.
They wasted no time getting Escobar’s former number on a different player. I hope Diory has better luck with it.
August 2nd, 2010 at 9:27 pm
#21 I’m a dork…I meant infield. I mean come on…it’s April right?
August 2nd, 2010 at 9:29 pm
Anne, start the “Let’s go Heyward” chant.
August 2nd, 2010 at 9:33 pm
I would pay serious money to hear Chip and Martin’s conversation after that homer.
August 2nd, 2010 at 9:34 pm
I just figured you were drinkin’. It’s all good. How ’bout that blast from Pappy Jones?
August 2nd, 2010 at 9:36 pm
I’m not as think as you drunk I am. Nice blast from gramps. Gonzo can not hit. What gives?
August 2nd, 2010 at 9:42 pm
Was that Ross hollering at Saito to cover 1st? I like it! I don’t like cutting to Yankee stadium for Bonus coverage. Just hit it already A-Rod.
August 2nd, 2010 at 10:11 pm
3 is more than 2 1/2…just in case you didn’t know.
August 2nd, 2010 at 10:12 pm
3 is a magic number
August 2nd, 2010 at 10:49 pm
Rick Ankiel, a wordsmith he is not.
August 2nd, 2010 at 11:03 pm
“Mara” – I tried to autograph Prado’s thumb for you, but couldn’t get close enough. Really great to be home again. Go Braves!!
August 3rd, 2010 at 12:41 am
Slept through a good one. Fan fail.
August 3rd, 2010 at 7:34 am
Chick ? Alert. Does Martin Prado have to stay on the DL for a certain number of days? Like 15? Or can we send Diory on his merry way as soon as he’s ready? I know it’s a fracture and will probably take a long time but 15 days doesn’t so much fit with my schedule.
August 3rd, 2010 at 7:51 am
“Chipper’s career may be on death’s door, but he could wake up in 2027 and hit a home run off the Mets.”
I thought that was funny.
August 3rd, 2010 at 8:09 am
Prado’s DL stint is retroactive to 7/31. So he will have to spend 15 days, including that one, on the DL before he can play again.
August 3rd, 2010 at 8:15 am
So…he can play ON Saturday the 14th or after Saturday the 14th. I hate to split hairs but this is very important.
August 3rd, 2010 at 8:27 am
I’m afraid it’s after which makes me want to say very bad words.
August 3rd, 2010 at 10:35 am
This seems to indicate that the 15th is the first day he will be eligible.
Players are placed on either the 15-day or the 60-day disabled list, usually depending on the severity and/or recovery time of the injury. A player may be shifted from the 15-day to the 60-day DL at any time, but not vice-versa. The player may not rejoin the team until 15 or 60 days has elapsed; however, a player’s time on the DL may exceed the specified number of days, and further, if a player is transferred to the 60-day DL after August 1, he may not return to the active roster that season. The 15-day DL does not count the player on the active roster (comprising the 25-man roster until September 1), whereas the 60-day DL does not require the player to be counted on either the team’s active roster or its 40-man roster; however, a teams 40-man roster must be full in order for the option of a placement on the 60-day disabled list to be available. By placing a player on the disabled list, a spot on the active roster is made available. Another player from the minor leagues, free agent pool, a traded player, or a recovered player coming off the disabled list may be used to fill this spot. This allows a team to avoid being penalized because it avoids the disadvantage of playing with a reduced roster. Retroactive placement may be made at most 10 days after the time of injury. When a player is listed as day-to-day before being placed on the disabled list, it therefore may pinpoint the date of the injury.
August 3rd, 2010 at 12:38 pm
Steve, “Mara” and Ballpark Frank may be the only people who care about this, but: Alan, my favorite usher of all time, has been out sick since the last homestand. I’m getting conflicting reports depending upon who I talk to, but consensus is it’s NOT good and he MIGHT be back for the next homestand (not this one). My friend Sarah and I are thinking of becoming 10-year-olds and making big signs to hold up for the TV, if he’s watching at home. All of this to say: keep Section 111 Alan in your thoughts. The Ted ain’t the same without him!
August 3rd, 2010 at 12:39 pm
(that’s section 211…not 111. Thelma, Usherette for 111 will pummel me for that)
August 3rd, 2010 at 1:04 pm
Anne, I hope he gets well soon! I’ll be sad if I miss him on the 14th. I say a definite unashamed YES to big obnoxious “Howdy Alan” signs. And, Hi to Ballpark Frank whom I have not forgiven for his lack of message board attendance.
August 3rd, 2010 at 2:48 pm
J. Schafer on the DL with wrist inflammation.
August 3rd, 2010 at 2:58 pm
I hope he saved some of that money.
August 3rd, 2010 at 4:11 pm
Tonight’s lineup: Infante 4 Heyward 9 Chipper 5 McCann 2 Hinske 3 Gonzalez 6 Ankiel 8 Cabrera 7 Lowe 1 or Lowedemort…innings will tell
Bubalicious, d’you get your nap in today?
August 3rd, 2010 at 4:13 pm
I’m beginning to suspect J. Schafer suffers from chronic suck. Not one of Nike’s better investments. Wonder if the Hummer’s been parked…
Maybe he’ll be a dentist yet.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJaCGHmc_18&feature=related
August 3rd, 2010 at 4:15 pm
Yeah, Mara, and then some. I’m ALL screwed up. Don’t know what I’ll do if I don’t get it turned around before school. “25 divided by the square root of… heyward … is… feliz navidad…zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz…”
August 3rd, 2010 at 4:16 pm
Van Morrison’s 2-disc “Greatest Hits Volume III” is the shiznit.
August 3rd, 2010 at 6:12 pm
The Phillies placed Howard on the DL.
August 3rd, 2010 at 7:17 pm
Kate, do you ever get tired of the Phillies love on ESPN Baseball Today?
August 3rd, 2010 at 7:38 pm
Did I just hear Bobby cheer for Ankle?
August 3rd, 2010 at 7:46 pm
Yes, at this point the only good thing about the show is Mark Simon day.
August 3rd, 2010 at 7:49 pm
I concur. Anything the Braves do positive he down plays as well. Yesterday he totally forgot about Atlanta when he made his top ten power rankings. He altered it when he realized but I get tired of it. I understand he’s a fan. I even expect him to be partial but…come on.
August 3rd, 2010 at 7:53 pm
Gotta love home field advantage.
August 3rd, 2010 at 7:54 pm
They didn’t even mention Prado going on the DL but I’m sure they’ll spend five minutes on Howard tomorrow.
August 3rd, 2010 at 8:00 pm
I didn’t even think about that but you’re right! That makes me livid! I might have to send an email.
August 3rd, 2010 at 8:40 pm
WHY CAN’T WE SCORE ANY FREAKIN RUNS! So tired of the bases loaded out.
August 3rd, 2010 at 8:41 pm
Hinske’s making me wish Glaus was playing.
August 3rd, 2010 at 8:51 pm
No he’s not
August 3rd, 2010 at 8:58 pm
He makes me wish Prado was at 2nd and Infantr at 1st.
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:01 pm
Sutton, no one cares about how you got your start in radio. Get back to the game.
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:03 pm
What a revolting developmink.
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:05 pm
Actually I thought Sutton’s story was a little interesting, but oh well…
C’mon, Kyle, we could have gotten this out of Jesse Chavez.
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:08 pm
Derek to Kyle: “Thanks for nothin’.”
Kyle to Derek: “Hey, nobody put a gun to their head to put me in…”
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:18 pm
Troy with the rare grounder…
*coughFREEMANcough*
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:20 pm
Yeah I knew I’d regret comment 60.
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:23 pm
See
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:26 pm
So some how we managed to walk Frenchy and not score off of Manny Acosta in the same game. The earth will be consumed by a black hole within the next 36 hours.
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:29 pm
Curt, I was hoping it would be Hinske getting a big hit that made me regret it. I was trying to reverse jinx.
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:46 pm
That’s just low.
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:49 pm
Could we really be looking at Manny Acosta with the win and Jeff Francoeur with the game winner? I HATE the Mets.
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:51 pm
…for the second time this year…
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:51 pm
… with the game winner off of Ex-Met Wagner. I HAAAAAAAATE the Mets.
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:52 pm
it is to laugh. Anyone else (other than Ham and I) call the Frenchy homer there?
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:55 pm
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAUGGGHHHHH!!!!!!
I HATE
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HATE HATE HATE HATE HATE HATE HATE HATE HATE HATE
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THE DAMN METS. We have GOT to come back and win this game. This could be disastrous with those Giants pitchers coming to town.
Also, I just hate the Mets. Can’t believe I ever thought I didn’t.
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:57 pm
I call Heyward going … skyward.
August 3rd, 2010 at 9:58 pm
He’s due
August 3rd, 2010 at 10:00 pm
Not today, necessarily, but I mean, eventually.
*takes two prozacs*
August 3rd, 2010 at 10:01 pm
2.0 game lead. Awful.
August 3rd, 2010 at 10:01 pm
Losing a game when Lowe pitches well hurts like hell.
August 3rd, 2010 at 10:08 pm
That was just an awful game. Just awful. If Bobby pulls his “tough loss” manure, I am going to fly to Atlanta and punch Curt. So many horrible moments . . . Hinske swinging at all of those pitches with the bases loaded and Dickey just walked the last two batters . . . Gonzalez trying to steal (he has ONE stolen base this season) . . . Wagner’s stupid pitch to Frenchy.
Ignominious. Maybe the worst loss of the season. So angry.
August 3rd, 2010 at 10:12 pm
And why the hell do you pinch hit Glaus? He’s a DP waiting to happen. 0-8 RISP. Just terrible. Worst of the season. We might lose this series. Pelfrey has begged us to hammer him this year and we refuse to do it. 4-6 against the hapless Mets.
August 3rd, 2010 at 10:19 pm
Oh, and Wagner blew another game.
August 3rd, 2010 at 10:51 pm
Wait…Bobby pinch hit Glaus? Good night to have a coffee date. Sucky loss. Bubdylan, you’re new found hatred of the Mets is cracking me up but I’m VERY glad to see it. Keep walking toward the light. Did Wagner struggle or just throw one very bad god awful pitch?
August 3rd, 2010 at 11:17 pm
It wasn’t a bad pitch, and Frenchy doesn’t hit it out if he sees it 1000 other times, but why even throw him a fastball. throw him breaking balls down and away and make him lay off of them.
August 4th, 2010 at 5:28 am
Tell me this line up would not destroy right handed pitching:
Infante 3B
Heyward RF
Prado 2B
McCann C
Ankiel CF
Hinske LF
Gonzalez SS
Freeman 1B
And Troy Glaus is full of sh*t. He’s lying through his teeth saying his knees and feet are the same as they’ve been all year and that it’s just his timing. His limp is 5 times worse than it was. This crap about straight lying and saying you’re not injured when you are … what IS THAT? I swear I’ll never complain about Chipper benching himself with injuries again. I mean, Troy could not be any more obviously in terrible pain. The limbless knight with “only a flesh wound” comes to mind.
August 4th, 2010 at 8:19 am
So glad I handed off my tickets to yesterday’s game. Let’s hope I’m crushed that I handed off my tickets to TONIGHT’s game…
August 4th, 2010 at 8:20 am
Just checked my Netflix queue. Ken Burns’ Baseball series is no longer available for shipment. Is this a sign, baseball gods??
August 4th, 2010 at 9:22 am
Bub, you might get your wish soon. Bowman and DOB were tweeting a good bit last night about the possibility of Freeman getting called up sooner, rather than later. maybe Troy finds himself on the DL and they give it a 15 day test run.
August 4th, 2010 at 10:19 am
So, I decided on significant internet silence while in NYC these last few days celebrating my wife’s. But I did check the score when we got out of Promises, Promises last night. BUT, I had no idea of the details until this morning in the cab to the airport. It really added insult to injury hearing it from a New Yorker. I think I’m most upset about pinch hitting Glaus. C’mon, Bobby. You had to put him in because he’s been so clutch?!?! Can’t wait to hear the show.
Anne, send news of Alan when you get any.
August 4th, 2010 at 10:28 am
I can barely stand to look at twitter so I missed on the FF talk. I hope it happens. I did see McLouth hit another homer. I’m afraid this team has all the pieces and is going to get really close to going to the post season.
August 4th, 2010 at 12:58 pm
Oh…nicely done Steve.
August 4th, 2010 at 1:37 pm
Tonight’s lineup: Infante – 4 Heyward – 9 Chipper – 5 McCann – 2 Hinske – 3 Diaz – 7 Ankiel – 8 Gonzalez – 6 Medlen – 1
August 4th, 2010 at 1:51 pm
Finally! Can we get over A-Rod?
August 4th, 2010 at 2:04 pm
Sure we can. We got over Chipper’s latest move-up on the BB record. I mean, THAT’s something!
August 4th, 2010 at 2:27 pm
Add this to last night – Mets have the fewest come from behind wins in MLB.
August 4th, 2010 at 2:31 pm
Trouble – Pelfrey is on an 0-3, 9.59 ERA streak right now. Predictions on how many runs the Braves score off of him? I’m going with 2.
August 4th, 2010 at 2:35 pm
You know Bobby’s getting anxious when Diaz is in there against a righty. I’m gonna say 3 runs. Big night from Mr. Heyward.
August 4th, 2010 at 2:37 pm
As long as they begin everything they say about A Rod with the statement “Admitted steroid user,” I’m ok with it.
August 4th, 2010 at 2:40 pm
Depends on how many innings they load the bases. Every time they load ‘em is -1 run.
August 4th, 2010 at 4:47 pm
Not happy with the organization. From Kawakami’s interview with DOB:
Q. Has Bobby Cox or any Braves official talked to you in recent weeks about your role, their plans for you or when they might try to get you in games?
A. The only thing I heard was after I made my last start against Detroit. Maybe two days later I was told that I’m stepping down from the rotation and just being used as a reliever, maybe in long relief, or anytime a starter goes down, I’m going to be stepping in to fill that role.
Q. So they haven’t talked to you since then about your role?
A. No.
That’s b.s., and it’s a running theme. You guys’ interview with Javy and also the Glavine situation paints a very inept picture of our front office’s relationship with players. How can you not communicate with your athletes and keep them in the loop? I don’t understand it at all. I guess I was pretty wrong about Glavine, and might even have to give Smoltz more benefit (though certainly it would only go to a 50/50 deal with him) now that Kawakami, who shows nothing but class and hard work in spite of everything, has come out (only when asked) and admitted this is how it goes with the Braves.
Major kudos to DOB for asking that question and for hammering it home. Something needs to be written about this. Mark Bradley, maybe? He likes to get upset…
I take it John Schurholtz(sp?), after the Glavine apology, recognizes Wren’s shortcoming on this front. Maybe a he should make Frank take a class on… class.
I rolled my eyes at Ripken’s and Smoltz’ fallouts with Frank. With Glavine I raised an eyebrow. But when it’s KK, having to be prodded to say it, I’m just convinced. Wren’s not natural with people. Good skills for building a young core on limited funds, but not good with folk, as my grandmother would say.
August 4th, 2010 at 5:19 pm
” Something needs to be written about this. ”
If ONLY we knew someone who was free with his opinions and could provide valid information while gripping the reader with his witty puns. If…only…
August 4th, 2010 at 5:49 pm
Here’s some good news…
RT @ajcbraves: #Braves reliever O’Flaherty, rebounding from mono, did some long-tossing today and will throw in bullpen tomorrow.
August 4th, 2010 at 6:58 pm
All right…no more fooling around. Let’s kick some serious Mets butt!
August 4th, 2010 at 8:01 pm
Finally some offense! Thankyou!!!!!!!
August 4th, 2010 at 8:22 pm
Dangit. Stupid Red’s pitchers.
August 4th, 2010 at 8:33 pm
Had to field a mom call… what happened to Meds?????????
August 4th, 2010 at 8:43 pm
He came off the mound funny 5h inning one out one pitch to Reyes. He was shaking his pitching arm like it didn’t feel right. Remember he was hit by a pitch during the Reds series?
August 4th, 2010 at 8:47 pm
I’m enjoying these gifts from the Mets…even if one of ‘em is Matty D takin’ one for the team. For reals.
August 4th, 2010 at 8:48 pm
mets are playing like the braves!
August 4th, 2010 at 8:49 pm
hey guys, looks like Alex Rodriguez has hit 600 home runs. Wow! isnt that something
August 4th, 2010 at 8:50 pm
Pelfrey must not have been told how we hit when the bases are loaded.
August 4th, 2010 at 8:51 pm
114 = funny
August 4th, 2010 at 8:52 pm
Good morning Will.
August 4th, 2010 at 8:55 pm
Props to Diane Sawyer who, when for some reason she was forced to report that A Roid hit his 600th homer on the nightly news, pointed out that he was an “admitted steroid user.”
Still no hits with the bases loaded. Apparently Ankiel got the note about the Braves and the bases loaded.
August 4th, 2010 at 8:57 pm
KK…will you forgive us?
August 4th, 2010 at 8:58 pm
Phils picked up Mike Sweeney
August 4th, 2010 at 8:59 pm
Smoltz agrees with me. We’re blaming Red’s pitching staff.
August 4th, 2010 at 9:03 pm
Curt, they HAD to. Their star first baseman is hurt so ya know…gotta go get a filler!
August 4th, 2010 at 9:05 pm
I’ve figured it out. Braves have changed their strategy from hoping the KK acquisition opens the door for other Japanese players to hoping it closes it forever.
August 4th, 2010 at 9:05 pm
It’s a good thing we’re not having to go deep in our bullpen with the Giants coming to town.
August 4th, 2010 at 9:09 pm
Brilliant doubleswitch, Bobby. Take the bat away from Diaz after the Mets finally go to a lefty.
August 4th, 2010 at 9:10 pm
Nevermind. I misread the line-up. Diaz doesn’t bat again for a while…
August 4th, 2010 at 9:12 pm
If the MRI is bad and Medlen needs TJ surgery who replaces him KK or Minor?
August 4th, 2010 at 9:14 pm
Am I the only one who believes Jason Heyward’s no better than 75% with that thumb?
August 4th, 2010 at 9:15 pm
The Mets like the Braves with bases loaded so much, they’re erroring them on just to get out of the inning.
August 4th, 2010 at 9:16 pm
Crap…bases loaded.
August 4th, 2010 at 9:16 pm
hah…#128.
August 4th, 2010 at 9:17 pm
Kate, I gotta think Mike Minor. Mark Bowman thinks so, too. I guess we’ll know soon.
August 4th, 2010 at 9:18 pm
If Chipper hits into a DP right here, I will absolutely… absolutely… be glad we’re still winning.
Sigh, the Braves have broken me.
August 4th, 2010 at 9:19 pm
Laughing my ass off.
August 4th, 2010 at 9:23 pm
We managed to go 0 for 4 with runners in scoring postion… in one inning … and score two runs. The Braves strategy finally paying off…
August 4th, 2010 at 9:23 pm
Wow…anyway we can hope for a similar inning from the Giants tomorrow night?
August 4th, 2010 at 9:23 pm
All it takes is a few errors for us to score.
August 4th, 2010 at 9:25 pm
Bub, right on about KK. I read DOBs article and it’s pretty disgraceful. I have huge respect for him after I read it and the selflessness he expressed. It’s a shame what they have done to him. And I’ll bet the used him to recruit Saito.
August 4th, 2010 at 9:34 pm
Why do I feel like this game is far from over? Seems precarious.
August 4th, 2010 at 9:39 pm
…cause it worked so well last night.
August 4th, 2010 at 9:40 pm
Lead off walk is fantastic cause he’s such a fast runner. But, we’re winning!
August 4th, 2010 at 9:41 pm
Please tell me someone else heard Smoltz just now commenting on A-Rod’s 600th. Something to do with, “when you reach a round number” but I began laughing too hard to hear the word “number” at the end. It must be past my bedtime.
August 4th, 2010 at 9:58 pm
I think Melky’s about to get hot.
August 4th, 2010 at 10:14 pm
awe…look at Martin so funny and cute. Ok game. Hope the offense continues to find a way make something happen.
August 4th, 2010 at 10:23 pm
Unfortunately I think the Mets lost this game 10X more than we won it. The laughable decision to leave Pelf in to face McCann a 3rd time with the lefty already warmed up, the Mets defense falling to pieces.
Still, nice to win a series.
Promote Minor and Freeman! Get it done!
Raise your hand if you’d take a 2-2 series against the Giants right now.
August 4th, 2010 at 10:28 pm
I’d definitely be pleased to split the series. I’d also be ok tied for first after Sunday. Kinda feels like the wheels are coming off, especially if Meds needs surgery.
August 4th, 2010 at 10:58 pm
Turns out Wes Helms only gets big hits against us.
August 4th, 2010 at 11:12 pm
Turns out the Marlins only really try against us.
August 5th, 2010 at 1:43 am
Good grief, I can only imagine being in KK’s shoes, reading this comment from Bobby:
**Can Kawakami replace Medlen next start if needed?
“I don’t know right now. He hasn’t pitched in so long.”
First, that’s obviously media-speak for “oh, HELL no, not that guy…” but moreover, they pull the guy out of the rotation, never use him in the pen, don’t talk to him about it at all, and then when asked if he can pitch, say “gee I dunno, he hasn’t pitched in so long…”
A lot of my enjoyment of the Braves comes from the idea of rooting for a class organization building on a medium budget, etc, that whole story. Means as much to me as winning (I know, I’m alone…), so this is equal to a nine game losing streak for me.
Curt, Steve, All, question for you: do you think Derek Lowe will be the last big contract for this club under Liberty? Are they in full fledged scale-back mode?
I can’t think of anything more frustrating than to find that to be the case. To graduate this incredible group of youngsters and not add the pieces to them that would make them truly powerful. You don’t get Heyward/Hanson/Freeman/Jurrjens/Venters/Prado/Minor/Teheran/McCann landing in your back yard for dirt cheap more than once every twenty years, hell this crop may be unprecedented outside of Tampa. If they don’t do something with this, what a shame that would be.
August 5th, 2010 at 6:05 am
late night insomnia post.
I need a new hobby.
August 5th, 2010 at 8:15 am
Goodness Professor. Didn’t you say the muscles in your right pinky toe were all a spasm? I think you might need a muscle relaxer tonight.
August 5th, 2010 at 8:29 am
That’s the bad part. I did take a muscle relaxer.
August 5th, 2010 at 8:37 am
I am SO looking forward to tonight’s game. I bet we can beat up on Lincecum just like we beat up on Strasburg. Go Braves!
August 5th, 2010 at 9:07 am
Coming Soon:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jcIrsuWV98k
Love the kid’s calm demeanor and clear, anecdotal communication. Very Glavinesque.
August 5th, 2010 at 9:17 am
As long as he never wears his cap like that ever again.
August 5th, 2010 at 12:11 pm
Anne, me too. Lincecum and JJ faced each other in a game lsat year that was one of the best performances I’ve ever seen JJ have. Braves won like 4-2 in that one. It was around this time last year. I feel sorry for KK, but I honestly would rather see someone else pitch in a playoff race. I’m sorry this is not what was promised to him, but that’s life.
August 5th, 2010 at 12:13 pm
*They did not take the lsat last year, though I’m certain JJ would score better. I meant to say in a game last year. Me no type good.
August 5th, 2010 at 3:58 pm
Braves lineup: 1. Infante 2B, 2. Heyward RF, 3. Jones 3B, 4. McCann C, 5. Hinske 1B, 6.Ankiel CF, 7. Gnzalez SS, 8. Cabrera LF 9. Jurrjens P
August 5th, 2010 at 3:58 pm
Tonight’s lineup: Infante – 4 Heyward – 9 Chipper – 5 McCann – 2 Hinske – 3 Ankiel – 8 Gonzalez – 6 Cabrera – 7 Jurrjens – 1
August 5th, 2010 at 3:59 pm
Haha…you beat me!
August 5th, 2010 at 4:01 pm
Say what you wil but it’s the ladies that keep this board going.
August 5th, 2010 at 5:17 pm
Medlen has a partial ligament tear. Minor will start on Monday.
August 5th, 2010 at 5:21 pm
I expect a torrent of puns from Bub on this call up…
August 5th, 2010 at 5:22 pm
Thanks for the lineup ladies. Go Braves!
August 5th, 2010 at 6:36 pm
Hello from Turner Field. Fans are crowded around the opposing bullpen like there’s something good to see…
August 5th, 2010 at 6:52 pm
Am I dreaming or did Mark DeRosa start this season with the Giants? I don’t see him on their 40-man roster. Maybe I’m a season behind…
August 5th, 2010 at 6:54 pm
Do you guys follow @bravesorganist? If not you’re missing out.
August 5th, 2010 at 7:16 pm
Anne, he’s on the DL. Thumb surgery or some such
August 5th, 2010 at 7:20 pm
DeRo is on the 60 day DL. Asked and answered.
August 5th, 2010 at 7:29 pm
Didn’t take long for the freak to calm down did it?
August 5th, 2010 at 7:52 pm
Bubdylan! WAKE UP AND WATCH YOUR BRAVES!!!!!!
August 5th, 2010 at 7:54 pm
Gonzo….
August 5th, 2010 at 7:56 pm
ok JJ…new ball game.
August 5th, 2010 at 8:01 pm
People behind me lauding the merits of the Mexidog. I have moved to the Plaza where it’s both less hot and less ill-informed.
August 5th, 2010 at 8:07 pm
Excellent call Anne.
August 5th, 2010 at 8:12 pm
Trying to start my own Bud Zone overlooking 3rd base, but it’s just me and the Dippin’ Dots guy and he can’t drink. Not quite as trendy…
August 5th, 2010 at 8:17 pm
Maybe he’ll give you a freebie! Lincecum is sweaty. I don’t see him lasting much longer.
August 5th, 2010 at 8:20 pm
I snuck in my Flow-bee and it has Lincecum written alllll over it.
August 5th, 2010 at 8:30 pm
Hey, one of the trivia questions inbetween innings: Braves have played – including this one – 19,999 games. Nice that Glavine’s retirement game will be the even 20 thou.
August 5th, 2010 at 8:34 pm
naked nostril snot blower in the Giants’ dugout. Sick-and-wrong.
August 5th, 2010 at 9:03 pm
4 homers in 2 nights. I LOVE IT!
August 5th, 2010 at 9:09 pm
I say everybody shaves their heads balder than Hudson.
August 5th, 2010 at 9:11 pm
Venters=7 pitch inning.
August 5th, 2010 at 9:13 pm
oops…I miscounted. 8 pitch inning.
August 5th, 2010 at 9:34 pm
Fish 4 Phils 2
August 5th, 2010 at 9:34 pm
NICE, Grandpa!!
August 5th, 2010 at 9:35 pm
Phillies losing 2-4. *holds breath*
August 5th, 2010 at 9:36 pm
haha…I guess we’re all doing the same kinda score watching. Anne, everybody’s cracking up at Chipper.
August 5th, 2010 at 9:49 pm
Thank you BWags and whatever god you worship.
August 5th, 2010 at 9:49 pm
Huge Win.
August 5th, 2010 at 9:49 pm
That was a great game. Coulda used more runs but maybe we’re just saving them for tomorrow night.
August 5th, 2010 at 10:06 pm
Phillies tie the Marlins in the 9th. Runners on 1st and 2nd with 1 out.
August 5th, 2010 at 10:09 pm
Come on FISH!!!
August 5th, 2010 at 10:18 pm
Umps just robbed Marlins of a walk off win. Maybe it’ll still happen.
August 5th, 2010 at 10:22 pm
Terrible..terrible call. We should be up by 3 right now.
August 5th, 2010 at 10:23 pm
That is why we need replay.
August 5th, 2010 at 10:27 pm
Ruiz homers for the Phils to make it 5-4.
August 5th, 2010 at 10:44 pm
I want that ump fired.
August 6th, 2010 at 9:17 am
Interesting takes on the call from the Philly and Miami papers. but when it is all over, we lost 2 of 3 to the Marlins and the Phils swept them. phillies have 15 of next 18 at home.
August 6th, 2010 at 11:54 am
So Curt, what exactly are you saying? It’s a little vague.
August 6th, 2010 at 1:06 pm
It sucks and the ball is bouncing their way. The Braves need to right their own ship and start taking advantage of the opportunities they are given in each game. This RISP thing is agonizing. And you better get it figured out quick because the Phillies are at home for the next two weeks. They don’t figure to lose a bunch of ground there.
The Braves were 0-for-6 with runners in scoring position Thursday and 1-for-23 in their past three games. They have scored 11 runs the past two nights (both wins) despite just one hit with a runner in scoring position, and they are are 7-for-63 in those situations in their past six games.
August 6th, 2010 at 3:00 pm
The RISP thing is agonizing. It’s reminiscent of the 1 run loss thing from a couple of years (?) ago. Does other ridiculous stuff like this happen to other teams? But, we’ve won 3 of 4, beat the Giants best pitcher, have started to hit some homeruns, have sat Glaus. All in all (aside from losing Medlen, of course) it’s been a decent week.
Going to the Glavine retirement game tonight with my son. Anyone else going to be there? Anne?
August 6th, 2010 at 4:43 pm
I will be there with a co-worker who has crushed on Glavine all of her adult life. I’m a little scared…not of the Giants…of her fandom. We’re headed to The Ted now. GO Braves!!
August 6th, 2010 at 4:50 pm
Lineup 1. Infante 2B, 2. Heyward RF, 3. Chipper 3B, 4. Diaz LF, 5. McCann C, 6. Glaus 1B, 7.Gonzalez SS, 8. Ankiel CF, 9. Hanson P
August 6th, 2010 at 7:22 pm
*yaaaaaaaaaaawnnn*
I’m up.
Whad I miss?
August 6th, 2010 at 7:24 pm
Steve, this time try not to throw your phone at the people in front of you even if Glaus DOES hit a 3-run homer.
August 6th, 2010 at 7:24 pm
Mornin’ sunshine…not a thing.
August 6th, 2010 at 7:28 pm
Mike Minor gets a start and KK gets to rebuild his arm for a possible back-up plan. I like it.
August 6th, 2010 at 7:29 pm
It’s raining and Glaus is in, we’re facing a lefty, and Steve is there. Braves are 100% under those circumstances this year.
August 6th, 2010 at 7:31 pm
Pops is concerned about Marta not running to the Ted. Does anybody know where that stands? Did they keep it going?
August 6th, 2010 at 7:40 pm
If Hell was an eternal rain delay show with Leo Mazzone fielding calls from beer-tipsy Alabamians, I’d never sin again.
August 6th, 2010 at 8:15 pm
Somebody’s well rested. #210 is hilarious. Hey, ABT weatherman…how’s it looking? I’m ready for baseball!!!
August 6th, 2010 at 9:39 pm
I wish Chipper had stayed at first so Diaz coulda gotten a hit.
August 6th, 2010 at 9:59 pm
Bub, I believe there is still a bus shuttle that runs from the train station to turner field. I’m not positive on that though.
August 6th, 2010 at 9:59 pm
This RISP is starting to get steel-pipe-biting infuriating. Gimme a BREAK.
August 6th, 2010 at 10:00 pm
Thanks, Curt. Maybe I’ll call Marta and just ask.
August 6th, 2010 at 10:08 pm
No kidding. 0-2 already tonight?
August 6th, 2010 at 10:13 pm
0 for 4 with RISP tonight, Curt. With only 2 hits.
August 6th, 2010 at 10:16 pm
Awesome. I’ve been drinking. Phils just beat the Mets
August 6th, 2010 at 10:29 pm
Is it me, or does Hanson with his beard look like Russell from Modern Family?
August 6th, 2010 at 10:54 pm
Guess we’ll just homer all our runs in.
August 6th, 2010 at 11:24 pm
Bobby’s going to break the arm of our next year’s closer so he can handcuff Fredi G. Can’t have the new manager doing too much…
August 6th, 2010 at 11:32 pm
Billy, not tonight please.
August 6th, 2010 at 11:33 pm
Man… no, this is not happening.
August 6th, 2010 at 11:36 pm
Good grief. This is freaking sickening.
August 6th, 2010 at 11:37 pm
Seriously?
August 6th, 2010 at 11:38 pm
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
August 6th, 2010 at 11:39 pm
Yeah, Giants send it to extra innings on zero hits. Braves can’t win a damned three-hitter.
August 6th, 2010 at 11:39 pm
Dear Braves, hand away more games
August 6th, 2010 at 11:40 pm
So I’m calling a 4-2 loss in the 11th
August 6th, 2010 at 11:43 pm
Home Run. Right here.
August 6th, 2010 at 11:44 pm
Nah. We’re not losing by 2 at home to the Giants’ offense.
Braves’ll win. It’s still ridiculous.
August 6th, 2010 at 11:44 pm
Booing Glaus again? Those were some lusty boos.
August 6th, 2010 at 11:45 pm
or a pop to 2nd…
August 6th, 2010 at 11:47 pm
poopie.
August 6th, 2010 at 11:49 pm
Everybody’s fired.
August 6th, 2010 at 11:59 pm
Tell me why Glaus is back in the lineup?
August 7th, 2010 at 12:01 am
I’m sure Steve will have glorious things to say in the show, but the Glavine ceremony was lovely. Left just after Grandpa hit another HR and sad to see we’re in extra innings…tomorrow. Good morning, everybody!
August 7th, 2010 at 12:09 am
Really, Bobby? Another inning of Moylan…
August 7th, 2010 at 12:16 am
Here it comes
August 7th, 2010 at 12:16 am
What is going on?
August 7th, 2010 at 12:18 am
So terrible. Walk more guys.
August 7th, 2010 at 12:20 am
Crap, man.
Man… crap.
August 7th, 2010 at 12:27 am
tying and go ahead runs without even making them get a hit…………….
August 7th, 2010 at 12:28 am
1
August 7th, 2010 at 12:30 am
2
August 7th, 2010 at 12:32 am
I didn’t say “Braves will win,” I said “DAVES will win.” You know, Davids, in general, are winners, I always say.
*kicks wall*
We need a bat.
August 7th, 2010 at 12:32 am
and 3. My GOD.
August 7th, 2010 at 12:35 am
this is a team right now that does not make the playoffs. you just can’t continue to blow games like this, refuse to get a hit, waste starting pitching, on and on. time and time again. it’s every freaking night. and i have absolutely no faith in wagner when he comes in. zero. i cant stand watching them. i wont even be able to sleep tonight i am so pissed.
August 7th, 2010 at 12:37 am
THEY HAD 4 HITS.
AND WE STILL HAVE TO FACE CAIN AND SANCHEZ. MY GOD.
GET YOUR HEAD OUT OF YOUR ASS.
August 7th, 2010 at 12:37 am
I just don’t understand how you send Moylan out there for a second inning. His first inning was not very sharp. How was his second possible going to be any better?
August 7th, 2010 at 12:42 am
Our bargain bin offense blows.
August 7th, 2010 at 1:06 am
[explicit language]
August 7th, 2010 at 8:46 am
I’m still pissed. I dreamed about the game I was so mad.
August 7th, 2010 at 8:50 am
To get beat and have the Phillies win a helll of a game would be sad. To lose cause Wags gives up a save more wounding but come on…how many games can you expect to win with 1 or 2 runs? To lose because of lack if focus? I need a break. I literally cannot watch. Hope that doesn’t make me a bad fan but I just need a couple days to clear my head. Kate, Anne, don’t let the podcast go to pot without me.
August 7th, 2010 at 8:55 am
There is a reason the Cards did not resign Rick Ankiel (As was mentioned on this week’s show). Bobby really needs to stop playing him against lefties. His game against Santana was a fluke. Last night is what Rick does against lefties. The Blanco-Chavez trade actually made the Braves worse because Rick Ankiel will now start every game.
Our only hit from first base this week was the Hinske home run. These things are killing a first place team. I still can’t believe he threw Moylan out for a second inning. He’s never been a good multiple innings pitcher. He already has too many innings this year as is. Why send him out for another last night? Was it past Bobby’s bed time? Obviously I am not over last night’s game. I just got so ranty on the Braves and didn’t even have to mention not hitting with RISP.
August 7th, 2010 at 8:56 am
#253 and 254, good to see I’m not alone.
August 7th, 2010 at 9:05 am
Do we have to put a hit out on Troy Glaus to get Freddie Freeman to Atlanta? Can Mike Minor sneak him in his luggage when he comes to Atlanta next week?
August 7th, 2010 at 9:06 am
From the SF Chronicle:
The Giants did the little things Friday night. They hit into errors. Stood at the plate watching errant pitches whiz by. Waited in the gift line.
In a game that suggested hits can be overrated, the Giants beat the Braves 3-2. Without the benefit of a hit to spark their rallies, they tied the game in the ninth and won it in the 11th.
Read more: http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2010/08/06/SP1O1EQEC7.DTL#ixzz0vvPM7ajO
August 7th, 2010 at 4:43 pm
Glaus in the line up again. I’m thinking of taking a break, too. They’ve got one game to keep me around. To show that they are as outdone about last night as I am.
Tonight = zero errors and .333 with RISP or I’m taking a week off.
August 7th, 2010 at 4:49 pm
DOB, first with the so-the-Braves-haven’t-said-jack-to-you? question to KK, and now the Stat of the Day being called “Glaus’ Slump and Incentive Clauses” seems to have taken a slight turn to a riskier line with the team. I like it. The soft Atl media, which I would never want to be as ridiculous as NY, has nevertheless enabled a lot of the b.s. that goes on in the organization.
August 7th, 2010 at 4:57 pm
Also, they need to put Heyward on a 4-on, 3-off schudule and rest the thumb no matter what it does to the standings. The thumb is obviously not resting enough and now we are flirting with damaging our future. Schafer just went to the DL again with the same hand injury from 2 years ago. It’s beyond stupid to risk it with Heyward. If we can keep Glaus in the game to pay his rickety ass his incentives, we can play an outfield of Melky/Ankiel/Diaz to protect our Pujols. Team is showing all kinds of ineptitude right now.
How can anybody buy the disappearance of power in Heyward that was with him his entire minor league career and during his first month in the bigs? He’s hitting ground balls. He’s hurt.
August 7th, 2010 at 6:06 pm
On a postivie note, Alex Gonzalez arrived in Atlanta with a .797 OPS, and going into today’s game, it sits at exactly .797 again. He might sustain his production after all.
August 7th, 2010 at 6:15 pm
Bub, I want to respond to your question about the team and big contracts, I just haven’t had the time. I will soon. As you imagine, I have some strong thoughts on that subject.
They are tough to watch. And tougher with Glaus continuing to play. I know Huff is a lefty, but I really wanted him to be our one year stopgap. Of course he is making $5 mill, and also hitting .300 with 20 homers.
This is nothing short of a massive choke job. The timely hitting, blown saves, errors. It’s amateur hour and they seem content watching it happen. Maybe Wagner should be cooled off for a while. Let Venters or someone else close. They have to shake things up. I’m betting we are in 2nd come Monday when we lose 3 of 4 to the Giants.
August 7th, 2010 at 6:39 pm
Curt, this coming offseason is their last chance to prove to me they’ll ever spend again under this regime. They’ve clearly cut payroll and brushed it under the rug. The Wagner contract was the only sign of life.
I think there’s a 50/50 chance they’ll make a big splash this winter, even with Chipper still on the team. They really need to spend some money soon. The legend of the Big Bat dates back to 2008 now. Need a player.
August 7th, 2010 at 7:16 pm
Curt, you really think the Braves will lose 3 of 4 to San Fran at home? With Hudson and Lowe going and the Giants having to deal with this heat?
August 7th, 2010 at 7:26 pm
Gotta get Heyward out of the 2 spot.
August 7th, 2010 at 7:27 pm
0 for 1 with RISP.
And counting.
August 7th, 2010 at 7:31 pm
Yeah, Heyward hasn’t been the same since he took that weird swing in the 9th at Cincinnati last Saturday.
August 7th, 2010 at 7:39 pm
Who could have predicted a GIDP from Troy Glaus?
August 7th, 2010 at 7:42 pm
I hope Glaus hits into 4 double plays tonight. Bobby needs to be stared in the face with this sh*t. He’s not completely unable to read writing on the wall, but it has to be in neon paint marker.
August 7th, 2010 at 7:57 pm
Don and Jim: Freeman is already 2-2 w/ 2 RBI and a 2B
August 7th, 2010 at 7:57 pm
Meanwhile in Gwinnett, Freeman 2 for his first 2 at bats. A double and 2 RBI’s.
.301 batting average now. June, July, and August numbers really soaring.
August 7th, 2010 at 7:57 pm
Heh… great minds.
August 7th, 2010 at 8:01 pm
Freeman just hit another RBI double.
3 for 3, 3 RBI’s, 2 doubles.
While our guy hits into a double play.
Wren, sometimes the stories just write themselves. Do it.
August 7th, 2010 at 8:04 pm
It is killing me that FF is killing it while Glaus kills the Braves.
August 7th, 2010 at 8:08 pm
After that McCann fail, Braves batting .333 with RISP.
Hinske holds it in the balance…
August 7th, 2010 at 8:11 pm
Walk.
Now up to Gonzo.
Oh, no, if he strikes out…. all up to gLoss.
August 7th, 2010 at 8:13 pm
1 for 4 with RISP now. And the one hit didn’t score anyone.
August 7th, 2010 at 8:16 pm
Glaus and Ankiel make us 3 for 6 with RISP.
August 7th, 2010 at 8:16 pm
Who are these guys?
August 7th, 2010 at 8:36 pm
Baseball players, Nate. I don’t know where they came from.
August 7th, 2010 at 8:50 pm
*sigh*
There they are.
August 7th, 2010 at 8:51 pm
Frenchy homered to give Mets a 1-0 lead.
August 7th, 2010 at 8:54 pm
Glaus sucks.
August 7th, 2010 at 8:55 pm
Atta boy Frenc*choke*… atta boy Jeff Fran*choke*… atta way, Mets.
August 7th, 2010 at 9:04 pm
Freeman raps a single for his 4th hit in 4 tries.
August 7th, 2010 at 9:11 pm
Bobby, if you leave him out there to blow up, I’m done watching for a week I swear.
August 7th, 2010 at 9:19 pm
Whew. Huddeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!!!
Mara, are you really not watching tonight?
Nobody thought they might respond by playing crisp? Not saying I thought they WOULD, just saying I thought they MIGHT.
August 7th, 2010 at 9:35 pm
Wow, Billy Wagner tonight. Holy Moses.
August 7th, 2010 at 9:40 pm
Fine, I’ll party with myself.
Whooooaaaaaa, oooo-oooahoooo (repeat 50X)
August 7th, 2010 at 9:48 pm
Mets 1 Phils 0
August 7th, 2010 at 10:43 pm
Bub, couldn’t watch tonight for multiple reasons but glad we won and appreciated your commentary on the board. Super glad the Phillies lost even if it was at the hand of a villian. After last night I wasn’t on speaking terms with the Braves. So today while eating lunch at Jestine’s in Charleston SC I see a letter from the 94 Braves telling Jestine happy birthday and thanking her for her support. I COULDN’T GET AWAY FOR ONE SORRY DAY? Anyway, I thought that was funny. So I’ll probably be busy tomorrow as well and honestly, I need the break. Keep up the chatter…it makes me feel less like I missed it.
August 7th, 2010 at 10:51 pm
It was truly a great game. The best they’ve played in the second half. Offense got what they could off of Cain. Huddy was unreal. Alex Gonzalez with what probably will be the #1 web gem to get Huddy out of one of his only two jams. Huddy got fired up and pointed happy fingers at his infield for turning the awesome DP.
At the end of the 8th, Mac gave Tim a big high five in front of a roaring sell out – yup, sell out – Turner Field crowd.
And Wagner – my goodness. 98 MPH on the radar, struck out all three batters on 11 pitches!!!
No errors and smart plays all around. The Croakin’ Trojan did hit into two DP’s, but also drove in 2 of the 3 runs with a double he stretched into a single. (little joke there, just a regular single). Braves played very energetic and alert baseball with their ace on the mound and their ass on the line.
I was impressed. This may settle into a division race.
August 7th, 2010 at 10:53 pm
Oh, and next year’s first baseman hit two doubles and two singles in 4 AB’s, picking up 3 RBI’s and raising his average to .305 on the year, no telling what it is in August now. .500?
August 7th, 2010 at 11:14 pm
Wow…you are pumped! I might have to go watch it one day when I get a chance. Did it feel like a turn around?
August 7th, 2010 at 11:32 pm
It felt like it could be the beginning of a turn around. Yeah, I’m a little pumped. I’m proud of them for acting right.
August 7th, 2010 at 11:45 pm
Home from the game…my friends pulled a fast one and gave me an early birthday present – game from a box at The Ted! REALLY great – oh, and great we won and the Phillies lost. Good LORD Wagner was on fire. GO Braves!!!
August 7th, 2010 at 11:46 pm
My bust. Freeman was 4 for 5, not 4 for 4. Oh well. We’ll get a 1B from somewhere else…
August 7th, 2010 at 11:47 pm
Happy Birfday, Anne. That’s a good present.
August 8th, 2010 at 12:01 am
I also missed the game. Maybe it was Freudian. Who knows. Bub, i was perharps being a little hyperbolic before, but like you, i was over the way they were playing. Still am if it continues tomorrow. Great win tonight, from what i have read. But win and show up behind someone other than Hudson. But big win with Santana shutting down the Phils. Hope this is the game that gets us kicked in the right direction.
Go Braves. Happy birthday Anne.
August 8th, 2010 at 12:01 am
Happy Birthday Anne.
Bub – the Marta shuttle is definitely running the rest of this season. Next season I’ve heard rumor that it may be funded privately – but don’t know.
Despite Glaus’ 2 RBI single, I feel a change is a comin’. Great win tonight, regardless. Hudson keeps doing it, Chipper keeps surging and Wagner was ridiculous. 2 games up feels much better than 1.
August 8th, 2010 at 1:41 am
Thanks, Steve, on the Marta info.
Julio Teheran had a great night to add to Freeman’s and the Big Club. 6.0 innings, 7 k’s, a walk, 3 hits, no runs… this after his 5.2 inning (pitch count) no-hitter last time out. That’s 2 of his first 3 starts after his promotion = no runs, low walks, low hits, high K’s.
August 8th, 2010 at 1:42 am
Curt, I understand the hesitation. Friday’s game was definitely every bit as disgusting as Saturday’s was great. And there’s little excuse for taking a night off at this point.
August 8th, 2010 at 1:43 am
* meaning the TEAM shouldn’t be taking nights off.
Fans have an excuse.
August 8th, 2010 at 8:14 am
Whew…thought we were about to have it out. JK. Happy Birthday Anne! Go Braves! Please win today!
August 8th, 2010 at 10:50 am
I love a Sunday morning when a series win is within reach. It creates a singular sense of optimism for me – different than any other day of the week.
August 8th, 2010 at 11:02 am
What was I saying about Sunday morning optimism? Here’s the lineup:
1. Infante 2B, 2.Cabrera RF, 3. Gonzalez SS, 4. Diaz LF, 5. Glaus 1B, 6. Conrad 3B, 7. Ankiel CF, 8. Ross C, 9. Lowe P. Boo.
August 8th, 2010 at 11:15 am
Interesting strategy resting Heyward, Chipper, and McCann with Prado on the DL. Not many managers would elect to go into a game with no one from their everyday 1-4 in the lineup. Let’s see how this one plays out.
August 8th, 2010 at 11:17 am
Halladay is pitching for the Phillies today. Great.
August 8th, 2010 at 12:47 pm
Nate, I have a theory about how this will play itself out.
August 8th, 2010 at 12:54 pm
Let’s hear it Curt. Paula Deen says hi y’all. Well, if she were at her restaurant I’m sure she would say.
August 8th, 2010 at 1:12 pm
Hello from Turner Field – thanks for the birthday wishes, but that was the surprise – my 40th isn’t until October. I have sneaky friends.
Oh, and Usher Alan update: he’s on the mend and hopefully back late month.
August 8th, 2010 at 1:42 pm
Lowe loves Venezuela.
August 8th, 2010 at 2:12 pm
David Ross just got all over that pitch.
August 8th, 2010 at 3:10 pm
My theory has been disproved. I love being wrong.
August 8th, 2010 at 3:29 pm
Melky spent the pitching change hangin’ out in the bullpen. Awesome.
August 8th, 2010 at 4:16 pm
Mets blow 1000 opportunities in that game. Lost 6-5
August 8th, 2010 at 4:47 pm
Huge win, people. Huge. 5 – 2 week. Coulda shoulda been 7 – 0.
August 8th, 2010 at 7:40 pm
The second half theme right there – ‘coulda shoulda’
August 8th, 2010 at 8:38 pm
New show tonight?
August 8th, 2010 at 8:41 pm
Honestly didn’t think we’d still be leading the division. Any specific thought on today’s game? Are we limping into TX?
August 8th, 2010 at 9:11 pm
Yes. New show. Around 11:30ish. Mara – I’d think the team’s feeling pretty good about themselves after a rough end of July, you’ve got to love going 5 – 2 in any week.
August 8th, 2010 at 9:13 pm
On the contrary, I think the last two games are very encouraging. To me, at least. We clearly have issues playing on the road, but the Astros are not very good. Have to believe that its a very winnable series. I’ve been all over the place with this team this week, but I actually feel pretty good right now. That will probably change in 4 days.
Nate, new show tonight.
August 8th, 2010 at 11:02 pm
Just watched the highlights. Wow…rough first inning but Gonzo’s sweet DP seemed to pick everybody up and put them back on track. Great game by the Braves B team! I want Brooks to play more.