Los and Longlorious
by R.J. Anderson on May 24, 2008 8:46 PM EDT
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Bob Rittner essentially asked where our offense had went earlier, the 3-4-5 hitters showed us they were present tonight:
B.J.: 3-3, 2 RBI, BB
Pena 3-3, 3 RBI, 3B, 2B, BB
Longoria 2-3, 2 HR, 6 RBI
Great offensive night. I don't have much else to say.
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Sick!
If they all 3 get hot, look out
Tools Whore
Sign Bonds!
by Tyler on May 24, 2008 8:57 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Attendance: 30,445.
"I've seen many, many blue skies turn gray, but the sun will eventually return, and so will I. So will I." - Carlos Pena
by R.J. Anderson on May 24, 2008 9:46 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Pena
Your post on Pena is looking good right now.
Every time I attend a game, I hope to have an “easy” one like this instead of a nail biter. Years ago someone commented (I do not remember the source) in describing the 1936-39 Yankees that in most games NY would score 8 runs in the first inning and then slowly pull away.
It’s good to see that kind of game from the Rays-although I was not there tonight. There is evidence that indicates successful teams are not the ones that win a lot of close games but those that win lots of blowouts. In fact, there seems no correlation between winning close games and being successful, despite the standard mythology.
by bobr on May 24, 2008 9:46 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I think Pena ripped a leg off of a bear tonight.
"I've seen many, many blue skies turn gray, but the sun will eventually return, and so will I. So will I." - Carlos Pena
by R.J. Anderson on May 24, 2008 9:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Looks like the offensive explosion occurred at the right time for Jackson and deservedly so after some of his tough luck no-decisions; based on the box score (didn’t see the game), he had one of his lesser outings this year.
runs for cover
Longlorious.
by RATW on May 24, 2008 10:07 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Can decisions regress/progress to the mean? If so, this would be an example.
"I've seen many, many blue skies turn gray, but the sun will eventually return, and so will I. So will I." - Carlos Pena
by R.J. Anderson on May 24, 2008 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
No, he definitely pitched poorly
Even after the 5 run first he still worked 7 three ball counts and walked a few guys. I like guys treating every batter as important, but I personally believe that going after batters is the way to go when pitching with the lead. To his credit he settled down after the Scott home run. But whatever, ill gladly take the win.
by GomesSweetGomes on May 24, 2008 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
If that’s aimed at me I was making a joke.
"I've seen many, many blue skies turn gray, but the sun will eventually return, and so will I. So will I." - Carlos Pena
by R.J. Anderson on May 24, 2008 10:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Jackson's BABIP tonight was .187 and yet he allowed 3 runs.
"I've seen many, many blue skies turn gray, but the sun will eventually return, and so will I. So will I." - Carlos Pena
by R.J. Anderson on May 24, 2008 11:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Glover
Is it possible that this outing makes the decision to drop Glover more likely? There certainly are options available and needing relief with an 8 run lead in the 8th is too reminiscent of last year’s bullpen. He is currently the only truly incendiary reliever on the staff. Even Hammel is less scary, and every other reliever either has been quite good or at least serves some purpose beyond being a sacrificial lamb.
by bobr on May 24, 2008 10:17 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I was thinking the same thing during the game
If he can’t command the strike zone when given an 8 run lead, when can we expect him to?
by GomesSweetGomes on May 24, 2008 10:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Had "went"???
Wow! Who taught you the English language? Try using “gone” rather than “went.”
by Ocala Jack on May 24, 2008 10:22 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Probably the same person who taught you to use three question marks.
"I've seen many, many blue skies turn gray, but the sun will eventually return, and so will I. So will I." - Carlos Pena
by R.J. Anderson on May 24, 2008 10:23 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
yes!
i have all three of these guys in my fantasy lineup and now this will definetly help me out big time, was the attendence really 30,000? man people are really starting to come around on this team
by RaysOfHope on May 24, 2008 10:40 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Nah
The Commodores are back in a Big Way. Can you dig it?
by GomesSweetGomes on May 24, 2008 10:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nobody cares about your fantasy team!!
At least we don't have Zito's contract.
by ColeFitz on May 25, 2008 1:52 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
At least I don't feel dirty when you guys say it.
"I've seen many, many blue skies turn gray, but the sun will eventually return, and so will I. So will I." - Carlos Pena
by R.J. Anderson on May 25, 2008 1:54 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
A Caller on 1250 earlier
Claimed that BJ and Maddon got in a scuffle after BJ misplayed a fly ball to center, allowing a runner to tag from second, advance to third, and eventually score.
According to the caller, Maddon gave BJ some words after the inning, after which BJ charged towards Maddon. They could neither confirm nor deny whether it happened. Maybe its a good thing this game wasn’t on TV.
Anyone else see or hear about this?
by GomesSweetGomes on May 24, 2008 10:48 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Didn't hear this.
"I've seen many, many blue skies turn gray, but the sun will eventually return, and so will I. So will I." - Carlos Pena
by R.J. Anderson on May 24, 2008 11:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was at game
I was mad that BJ let the guy move over but did not see anything in the dugout (but was not looking)
Top Josh Paul Pornos- Big Navi Stroking, 2pitchers1cup, BJ to the Balls
BELIEVE in 08!
by SRQman on May 24, 2008 11:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It was a poor effort
I watched the O’s feed on MLB.tv It was obvious that if Upton gives a real effort there is no way Payton tags (I messed up earlier…Payton actually advanced from second to third)
by GomesSweetGomes on May 25, 2008 12:14 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
exactly...
he was lazy for that play. It was a shame cuz he eventually scored.
Top Josh Paul Pornos- Big Navi Stroking, 2pitchers1cup, BJ to the Balls
BELIEVE in 08!
by SRQman on May 25, 2008 12:24 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
hope it isnt true
because bj definetly wouldnt resign with us if true
by RaysOfHope on May 24, 2008 11:33 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I dunno.
Everyone thought Kazmir hated Hickey/Maddon after pouting early last season.
"I've seen many, many blue skies turn gray, but the sun will eventually return, and so will I. So will I." - Carlos Pena
by R.J. Anderson on May 24, 2008 11:36 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The game was fantastic
We got there about 40 minutes before the game started and the parking lots were full and we had to park at a local business and walk. The game was extremely entertaining and everyone in our section was up cheering for Carlos everytime he was up just a HR short of the cycle, and both of Evan’s HR’s were definite no-doubt-abouters, especially the one that went like 460 feet. I really hope all the guys get really locked in. It really seemed to start tonight in the 2nd when we had 6 straight hits with 2 outs. That was fantastic.
On the whole BJ-Maddon dispute…I really hope it isn’t true, but it wouldn’t surprise me if it is. While he is a superb athlete and has great potential as a player, he definitely seems to be full of himself and have $ symbols for eyes. I’ll enjoy him while he’s here, but I will be pleasantly surprised if we are able to get him re-upped.
by usfraysfan on May 25, 2008 12:07 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
460 feet?
What game were you watching. Otherwise, I agree.
by GomesSweetGomes on May 25, 2008 12:15 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i heard the estimate was 450. it hit the party deck
by matthan on May 25, 2008 1:45 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was in left
And didn’t think it hit the party deck, or even came close. But even if it did, 460 feet is generous. I know that last July 30th, Gomes hit one off the face of the party deck to deeper part of the park (Between Sections 143 and 145 as opposed to between 139 and 141), and it only went 436 feet. Here is the path it took, as well as the video:
http://www.hittrackeronline.com/hrdetail.php?id=2007_3075
http://tampabay.rays.mlb.com/multimedia/tp_archive.jsp?c_id=tb&ym=200707
I’d say if it hit off the party deck (and sadly I can’t tell from the MLBtv video…No effin clue why ESPN only showed the Pena Double and Second Longo HR on BBTN) it traveled 410’.
And yes, I have now revealed myself as a ridiculous nerd on the topic of HR flight travel. But there is a reason I’ve gone home with 2 BJ Upton Homeruns in the past 2 years, and its name is HRTracker.
by GomesSweetGomes on May 25, 2008 2:40 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
$$$
Why shouldn’t he have his eye on the $$$. I sure would. If you had the opportunity to sign a deal for, lets say 50 million guaranteed or wait a few years, make about 20 during those 5 or 6 years, then sign a deal for 100+ would you at least consider it? It’s not selfish, it’s smart. It has it’s risks, but the reward is huge.
Tools Whore
Sign Bonds!
by Tyler on May 25, 2008 2:02 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I really do hope he says, but think he will follow the dollars. In the same situation, I’d do likewise. And I think he, and most MLB players are full of themselves. I think you kind of have to be (at least to some extent) to succeed at that level.
by GomesSweetGomes on May 25, 2008 3:20 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Jackson
Jackson didn’t have his best stuff, but ill take it considering he had just 2 wins even though he 3 starts of 0 ER and 3 starts of 1 ER and all of them over 7 innings. He’s been the tough luck pitcher of the year so far. If he had any decent run support he would have a shot at being an all star.
by matthan on May 25, 2008 1:49 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Agree
Even though he was bad… he only gave up 3 runs. Which last year today he would have given up 5-7 runs up. He got out of a couple jams that stopped the damage from getting out of hand.
Top Josh Paul Pornos- Big Navi Stroking, 2pitchers1cup, BJ to the Balls
BELIEVE in 08!
by SRQman on May 25, 2008 1:52 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Also
The Orioles ran out the most inept starting lineup I’ve seen this year. Both Brian Roberts and Nick Markakis had the day off, so you had Freddie Bynum leading off? Kevin Millar as your cleanup hitter? Awful, just awful.
by Patrick L. Kennedy on May 25, 2008 11:49 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Stuff = command?
And when the hell will Jackson ever have his best control if not against a crappy lineup?
"I've seen many, many blue skies turn gray, but the sun will eventually return, and so will I. So will I." - Carlos Pena
by R.J. Anderson on May 25, 2008 2:01 AM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
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