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[darkside31337]

Had no idea that 8 RBIs since the beginning of June was so enticing.

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rabble rabble shouldn't use RBI to judge rabble rabble

You don't have to use RBI to show how much Smoak sucks. Dude is a scrub.

In the last 30 years, there have been 55 first baseman (including Smoak) who have been given 1,000+ plate appearances through their age 25 season. Every single one of them hit better than Smoak has, and we’re not just talking raw numbers that can be explained away by Safeco Field or the change in run environments. By wRC+, which accounts for both a player’s home park and the average performance of the league at the time, Smoak’s 87 is the worst of the 55 players on the list.

Travis Lee was better. Greg Colbrunn was better. Casey Kotchman was better. John Mabry was better. Conor Jackson was better. Brad Fullmer was better.

 

[Mr. Enigma]

Ozzie just announced on a radio show that Heath Bell is done as the closer and they will be using a committee system from now on.

 

[rekameohs]

Travis Lee was better. Greg Colbrunn was better. Casey Kotchman was better. John Mabry was better. Conor Jackson was better. Brad Fullmer was better.

Oh, how the days of Diamondbacks first basemen sucked before Paul Goldschmidt.

 

[Mr. Enigma]

Braves just announced that Ben Sheets will be called up to pitch against the Mets on Sunday. No decision has been made publicly on whether Mike Minor or Randall Delgado goes down.

 

[Windu]

Braves just announced that Ben Sheets will be called up to pitch against the Mets on Sunday. No decision has been made publicly on whether Mike Minor or Randall Delgado goes down.

I'm guessing Delgado will go down because I assume he has more options.

 

[Dominican Power]

What do y'all think about Bed Selig saying that we're in a Golden Era of baseball?

 

[cashman]

I agree

 

[weekend_warrior]

What do y'all think about Bed Selig saying that we're in a Golden Era of baseball?

Have I somehow traveled back into the 1920's?

 

[Windu]

now that Michael Cuddyer is in the National League he has added a few more stadiums to his Flickr page.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/fivebball/sets/

 

[Branduil]

That thing is such an abomination.

 

[ToxicAdam]

What do y'all think about Bed Selig saying that we're in a Golden Era of baseball?

In terms of overall talent and accessibility for the average fan? Seems so.

 

[Blearth]

I think it's awesome to see a ballpark that actually looks unique instead of playing it safe and looking like every other park.

 

[Dominican Power]

Have I somehow traveled back into the 1920's?

When only White people were playing? Riiiight

 

[weekend_warrior]

I think it's awesome to see a ballpark that actually looks unique instead of playing it safe and looking like every other park.

Yeah I like Marlins Parks, got a unique look to it, looks like a fun park to visit. Not sure why they didn't have the All Star game there this year, instead of shitty KC.

 

[endresults]

When only White people were playing? Riiiight

Haha, bringing up race out of the blue. It's the GAF way.

Justin Smoak can still turn it around and learn how to hit, right? RIGHT?

 

[Branduil]

I think it's awesome to see a ballpark that actually looks unique instead of playing it safe and looking like every other park.

Not every ballpark looks the same. There are plenty that look unique without looking like a misplaced Las Vegas attraction.

 

[The Frankman]

What do y'all think about Bed Selig saying that we're in a Golden Era of baseball?

HELL NO!

 

[Fox318]

Not every ballpark looks the same. There are plenty that look unique without looking like a misplaced Las Vegas attraction.

It should be a monument to KC BBQ

 

[Mr. Enigma]

J.C. Romero has requested his release from his Orioles minor league deal. He is now a free agent.

 

[dmag1223]

Hey, have any of you guys ever made a weekend trip out to Cooperstown? A couple of my buddies and I are going the weekend of the 28th (couldn't make it to induction weekend unfortunately). If so, any recommendations in regards to places to stay, restaurants, other things to see, etc? We are obviously going to see the HOF first and foremost, just seeing what else is out there.

 

[Fox318]

Hey, have any of you guys ever made a weekend trip out to Cooperstown? A couple of my buddies and I are going the weekend of the 28th (couldn't make it to induction weekend unfortunately). If so, any recommendations in regards to places to stay, restaurants, other things to see, etc? We are obviously going to see the HOF first and foremost, just seeing what else is out there.

I'm not joking when I say that I have been to Cooperstown and the HOF over 200 times.

You will probably go ape shit on main street with all of the stores but make sure you check out Doubleday field as there is a little store next to the ice creme window that is awesome.

In fact the only place I haven't been on main street is the wax museum. Look out for Pete Rose as he tends to sign autographs at one of the Cafes every year.

Also there is a pretty good hot dog place underneath Mickeys place that is pretty good.

As far as accommodation if you didn't already make them it could be tough. If you have the cash for it The Otesaga is a fantastic place to stay and their Golf Course is awesome. Hell even if you don't stay there go and eat lunch their if it isn't packed.

Also prepare to see tons of red sox fans.

 

[Dominican Power]

I'm from NY and I need to go to Cooperstown.

 

[eznark]

Had no idea that 8 RBIs since the beginning of June was so enticing.

Spoiler

rabble rabble shouldn't use RBI to judge rabble rabble

Hey, you just can't give up on a positionless platoon bat who got hot for a month.

 

[Fox318]

I'm from NY and I need to go to Cooperstown.

As a Yankee fan you would love it. The HOF is worth it just to see main street alone. The HOF is like an amazing bonus. Besides the plaques they have a ton of memorabilia and they have two theaters that showcase the fun of baseball and the history of it. I loved it when I was little for their baseball card wall. I still drool everytime I pass their Honus Wagner card.

 

[bjb]

lol watching Chipper give the pre-game speech in the clubhouse was so cringe worthy.

Half of the guys weren't even making eye contact with him.

 

[Corran Horn]

Lets go NL Giants!

 

[Dmncnby2k9]

National League wins 10-9

 

[HarryDemeanor]

Let's go National League!

 

[Dmncnby2k9]

Best All Star game ever: Erin Andrews.

 

[Macattk15]

Best All Star game ever: Erin Andrews.

This.

 

[weekend_warrior]

AL wins 6-4.

 

[CygnusXS]

I predict 21 innings.

 

[Dmncnby2k9]

I predict 21 innings.

Dickey can go long.

 

[Enron]

Hey, this isn't half bad for an american idol winner.

 

[Dominican Power]

I like how they use people from The MLB Network on FOX just like NBA TV and TNT.

 

[Fox318]

I predict 21 innings.

39

Bud calls it a tie.

 

[Macattk15]

How is Papelbon a all-star?

 

[Mr. Enigma]

Boos for Chris Perez?

 

[Macattk15]

Boos for Chris Perez?

He's a pretty big tool. And I guess on a rival team to the home crowd.

 

[Dmncnby2k9]

Guys i created a lil Thread for the All Star game in Off Topic. Get some mor ppl to talk about the game.

 

[eznark]

I predict 21 innings.

I predict I don't watch a single pitch

 

[Dominican Power]

Uggla...ewwwww

 

[Mr. Enigma]

Can't wait to hear the reaction for Cano.

 

[Dmncnby2k9]

Darvish got booed pretty hard lol.

 

[Dominican Power]

BOO soo hard.

 

[weekend_warrior]

How is Papelbon a all-star?

NL.

 

[Dominican Power]

http://www.cbssports.com/mlb/blog/j...e-race-for-greinke----if-he-becomes-available

 

[Brinbe]

Nice... we get the Sax treatment.

 

[clemenx]

What would happen if you tried to hit a baseball pitched at 90% the speed of light?

 

[Fenix]

Nice... we get the Sax treatment.

Steve Sax?

Edit: this couldn't be any slower.