Phillies at Brewers; Wednesday, September 3 @ 6:40 p.m.: Jose Quintana (3.69 ERA, 4.85 FIP) vs. Aaron Nola (6.47 ERA, 5.03 FIP)

[adambr2]

13 minutes ago, Cool Hand Lucroy said:

I sort of get Siegler. He has some versatility and fits the definition of "scrappy" or whatever that the org likes. I don't like it, but I can squint and understand the ABs at the bottom of the roster. I really dislike that he's getting starts over Durbin. I wouldn't do it. At least there's some kind of idea there, though.

The best argument I can make for Bauers is handedness. That's not good enough, and him being up over Hoskins is a mistake.

Aside from that, a good start to this one. Here's to 7 strong from Q and a Braves win too (as I channel my inner treego).

Totally agree. I’ve warmed up to Seigler, despite the lack of production.

Bauers is a waste of a roster spot. He’s proved that not only this year but his entire career. I don’t care if he crushes a 500 foot homer in his next AB.

[jason21nl]

Now thats a damn good play 

[HarryDoyle]

Looked like Realmuto slid under the tag, but no challenge so I guess not.

[Cool Hand Lucroy]

I fully recognize that Harrison Bader feels a little bit like a Brewer in a dark mirror.

But I really don't like Harrison Bader.

Until we sign him in free agency this winter (half blue).

[adambr2]

Someone save that ball for Bauers. First hit since July 6th.

[Cool Hand Lucroy]

1 minute ago, adambr2 said:

Someone save that ball for Bauers. First hit since July 6th.

And check out Siegler with the warning track power!!!

Almost.

[yfinn6]

My goodness Turang. 

[jason21nl]

Turangs power surge is amazing 

[folly412]

Ok, MVP consideration may actually be needed for Turang.  He's just torching it.

[HarryDoyle]

I keep waiting for Turang to cool off and he never does.

[markedman5]

MVP MVP

[HarryDoyle]

Anyone see a glaring absence?

[Cool Hand Lucroy]

3 minutes ago, folly412 said:

Ok, MVP consideration may actually be needed for Turang.  He's just torching it.

123 OPS+ while playing incredible defense at a premium position.

What did Contreras finish last year? 5th? Turang should be up there for sure.

[Bulldogboy]

Turang ops over 800. Nicely done. 

[markedman5]

Words I never thought I’d say.. …”I would have walked Turang with first base open”

[jason21nl]

What in the absolute hell was Seigler doing?

[Nola Beery]

Just got here. 

We're up 6-0? Oh no.... We're doomed!,

[wibadgers23]

Here we go again.  I've seen this movie before.

[HarryDoyle]

Braves getting no hit through six.

[LouisEly]

That'll do

[HarveysWBs]

Alright, got out of it. Another inning from Q would be nice, especially after getting through the heart of the order.

[HarryDoyle]

Only giving up one while getting through Schwarber and Harper is huge.

[brooks_quichenick]

Let's tack on some more runs. Would be great to get Quintana through 1 or 2 more innings, and we need to pad this cushion.

[markedman5]

Ok….dodged it there…..hardest hit ball was Harper’s ground out……baseball 

[markedman5]

8 minutes ago, jason21nl said:

What in the absolute hell was Seigler doing?

He was doing what players do all the time…..he knows a breaking ball is coming and he cheated a little toward the line anticipating the batter to be more out in front…..it just didn’t happen that time.