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[The Frankman]

Keith Hernandez just talked about how usually he doesn't like to wear clothes...

Seriously, there is NO REASON not to listen to a Gary/Keith/Ron broadcast. Amazing.

 

[newjeruse]

Zach Wheeler's delivery would scare the shit out of me if I'm a Mets' fan.

 

[The Frankman]

My hatred of Josh Thole grows more each day.

 

[darkside31337]

There's enough prospects in the system that could pan out. I wouldn't expect Cain or Lincecum going anywhere either, given how much payroll they'll have after Rowand and Zito are off the books, so just one or two guys developing to a starter would be enough.

Totally disagree. This is why they made the trade in the first place.

Sabean expects to lose at least one of the two guys, if not both.Beltran was the best guy on the market for a team exactly like that.

The Giants will have freed up salary when it comes to resign these guys. But ~50 million annually between the two guys on a long term (5+ year) basis? That's a ton of money to invest for any club not named the Yankees.

This also not counting that the majority of the Giants team is insanely old and not all that productive. The window for the current roster is really not all that big.

It's why I agree with the trade from the Giants perspective. Wheeler is still a long way from ever doing anything in the bigs.

 

[XiaNaphryz]

But ~50 million annually between the two guys on a long term (5+ year) basis? That's a ton of money to invest for any club not named the Yankees.

They already did just that with Rowand and Zito. I'd much rather they put that money into Lincecum/Cain than any other free agent signing that doesn't involve the equivalent of a Barry Bonds 93 deal.

I agree that they have to go for it now, but am also saying the window may not be as shrinking as fast as people may think if they can hold on to the core of their rotation.

 

[Macattk15]

I hope Bedard pitches well tomorrow ... for the M's sake.

 

[The Frankman]

I'm not sure who Capuano is more angry at right now, himself or Josh Thole. I hope it's the latter, I really do.

 

[darkside31337]

I hate Josh Thole as much as anybody else does, but you know sometimes it's the pitchers fault for sucking. Chris Capuano does a whole lot of sucking.

 

[clemenx]

I hope Murphy can keep his hitting when playing 2B. I've always been a doubter about him playing everyday.

 

[Windu]

my confidence in the braves management and front office is waning. Carlos Quentin? Ryan Ludwick? last time i checked, they play don't play CF. Acquiring a player to replace someone like Heyward (who is performing better than Prado btw) would be fucking stupid. DON"T DO IT!

If this is what you are after, forget it. Just go after a elite RH reliever.

edit: also i don't like the notion of getting a player and then figuring out where he will play. I have no confidence that Fredi is intelligent enough to actually use players correctly.

 

[The Frankman]

I hate Josh Thole as much as anybody else does, but you know sometimes it's the pitchers fault for sucking. Chris Capuano does a whole lot of sucking.

Ever since end of May/early June he's been much better than his record indicates. He's definitely a solid #5 guy for the future.

Damn, David Wright is not only closer to the plate, he's quiet before the pitch now. He looks so much better approachwise.

I hope Murphy can keep his hitting when playing 2B. I've always been a doubter about him playing everyday.

I think the Mets plan to have Turner play 2nd.

 

[Dmncnby2k9]

Keith said Murhp needs to practice his corner outfielder defense, would be interesting to see if he can improve.
and wtf Bay, cant hit anything away.

 

[clemenx]

I see. Well, I have less confidence on the ginger playing everyday despite this year. Plus we all remember the Murphails in the OF!

Also, fuck Bay. Wooo Duda!

 

[Dmncnby2k9]

Lets go Duda!!

 

[The Frankman]

LUCAS DUDA! YOU MAKING HALEY PROUD!!!

I don't want to be anything other than what I've been trying to be lately...
All I have to do is think of me and I have peace of mind...
I'm tired of looking 'round rooms wondering what I gotta do
Or who I'm supposed to be...
I don't want to be anything other than me!

 

[Dmncnby2k9]

who needs Beltran?? lol seriously though, the team is spraying hits all over the place.

 

[eznark]

Homer Failey

 

[The Frankman]

There's a story I heardthe other day involving Beltran and Turner/Duda I'll mention when I get back. I'm so happy to hear the vets like R.A. Dickey and Chris Capuano heap praise on the man for his leadership role.

 

[darkside31337]

WASHINGTON -- Reliever Drew Storen said Wednesday night that he wants to stay with the Nationals.

He has heard his name in trade rumors -- including one that had him going to the Twins for center fielder Denard Span. But a baseball source said that the Nationals are not willing to trade Storen for Span, who is currently on a rehab assignment after suffering a concussion in a home-plate collision in early June.

http://washington.nationals.mlb.com...tebook_id=22418162&vkey=notebook_was&c_id=was

Oh man. They saved Bill Smith from his own idiocy.

 

[Joey Fox]

http://washington.nationals.mlb.com...tebook_id=22418162&vkey=notebook_was&c_id=was

Oh man. They saved Bill Smith from his own idiocy.

Twins will be lucky to end up with Clippard instead

Huge spot for Espinosa, although it's only the 4th inning.

 

[Lambtron]

Twins will be lucky to end up with Clippard instead

Then the Nats won't get Span, simple as that. People saying "Storen is too much to give up for Span" are severely misjudging how good Span is.

 

[clemenx]

We should play the Reds more often.

Even Bay!

 

[Square Triangle]

Fuck off Penny. V Mart would beat your fat ass.

 

[beast786]

Fuck off Penny. V Mart would beat your fat ass.

Yeah, v.Mart should not have gesture that way.

 

[Lambtron]

Are the Tigers fighting amongst themselves? I hope so.

 

[beast786]

Are the Tigers fighting amongst themselves? I hope so.

Yes.

Pitcher V Catcher.

No punches thrown.l

 

[sf2fanatic]

Fuck off Penny. V Mart would beat your fat ass.

Plz let it happen... F Penny

 

[msdstc]

Great showing from Beckett so far.

 

[Square Triangle]

Tigers had better fucking make something happen in the next couple days. Im tired of just relying on when Justin or Max pitch.

 

[Macattk15]

Tigers had better fucking make something happen in the next couple days. Im tired of just relying on when Justin or Max pitch.

 

[clemenx]

Cairo HR? Really?

 

[darkside31337]

Sorry but Capuano sucks. There is not a chance in hell he's in the rotation next season.

Manny Acosta-ing his team a win yet again. And no chance in hell he's on the team next season.

 

[The Frankman]

I didn't even have time to make a "Sucky Reliever Challenge" post...

Sorry but Capuano sucks. There is not a chance in hell he's in the rotation next season.

Judging a pitcher on a day when he doesn't have it isn't the best way to evaluate him. When a control pitcher has no control they're screwed. He'll be back.

 

[vas_a_morir]

Fucking Mets. It's not enough that you were sellers, you just HAD to make us sellers, too.

 

[Dmncnby2k9]

Fucking Mets. It's not enough that you were sellers, you just HAD to make us sellers, too.

lol oh shit

 

[turnbuckle]

Tigers had better fucking make something happen in the next couple days. Im tired of just relying on when Justin pitches.

That's more like it

 

[The Frankman]

Josh Thole pitch-calling ladies and germs. Call for nothing but fastballs around the plate.

 

[jakncoke]

I hope we pick up a bat. If not whats the fucking sense of anything. fucking Huntington you bitch.

 

[Ninja Scooter]

Red Sox supposedly interested in Bedard.

 

[msdstc]

Red Sox supposedly interested in Bedard.

Need somebody as Bucholz is likely done.

 

[Wickerman]

Former Yankees pitcher Hideki Irabu has reportedly been found dead in his California home, according to several reports out of Japan that credit the Associated Press.

According to this story out of Japan, police are investigating the death as a possible suicide.

Irabu was 42.

Irabu played for the Yankees, Expos and Rangers, last pitching in the big leagues in 2002.

The Padres purchased his contract in 1997, but he refused to sign, saying he'd only play for the Yankees. The Padres eventually traded for Irabu's rights and signed him to a four-year deal worth $12.8 million. He played in six seasons int he big leagues and went 34-35 with a 5.15 ERA.

.

 

[Ninja Scooter]

R.I.P. Bullfrog

 

[Dmncnby2k9]

damn, that's crazy. RIP. I remember Gary and Keith talking about him recently too.

 

[eznark]

been in a meeting. Felipe Lopez....seriously??

 

[Mr. Enigma]

.

Wouldn't you off yourself if your MLB legacy was George Steinbrenner calling you a "fat pussy toad"?

 

[Dmncnby2k9]

Wouldn't you off yourself if your MLB legacy was George Steinbrenner calling you a "fat pussy toad"?

Tough name to be known for, thats for sure.

 

[Ninja Scooter]

Wouldn't you off yourself if your MLB legacy was George Steinbrenner calling you a "fat pussy toad"?

or maybe he just wanted to get to hell faster so he could kick Steinbrenner's ass for all eternity in the afterlife.

 

[eznark]

Who needs Rickie Weeks when you have Ryan mothafucking Braun!!!!!!

 

[ZetaEpyon]

Braun has been a beast since he came back. Love it.

 

[darkside31337]

Yes Frank, I'm sure that homer was Thole's fault too.

Thank god the offense scored 10 runs. Going to need all 10 of them.