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I'm listening on the radio, so I can't really tell how Yo's stuff looks, but he's already near 80 pitches after 4 inn, and he's walked a few. He seems like he's nibbling or leaving them out to be crushed. The question is do we see Dillard, Estrada, or Loe in the middle innings? -
Yeah, I'm a little worried about ARI, especially with their cushy schedule ahead. I'm also a little worried about Yo these days, I hope he's not hitting a wall at the end here. An extra day or two of rest might help him.
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Silver lining! Rally time!
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on hold right now with mlb customer service to alert them.Wow, thanks! Taking one for the teamhttp://forum.brewerfan.net/images/smilies/smile.gif
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Does anyone listening out of state know why Gameday Audio has Brian/Bill on WTMJ feed instead of Bob/Cory? I've tried refreshing and the tv guys don't sound as good on the radio. I'd like to get Ueck.
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Could be Pujols was providing a lesson on the unwritten fan rules of receiving foul balls from players.
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OHHH! That's what a baseball looks like! Thanks Albert!
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#19 is always classy Yuku wouldn't seem to let me post the picture, so I linked it to Robinade's facebook page. Had to get it on here.
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Rickie Weeks to 15-day DL (Expected to start Sunday 9/11)
Spidey replied to rluzinski's topic in Milwaukee Brewers Talk
According to Adam McCalvy, Weeks and Gomez both had successful batting practices today. I guess Rickie's looking strong! From Rotoworld -
This series would be the perfect time to bring back Untuckem!
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After reading the LaRussa timeline that was posted earlier, I couldn't believe how many times TLR has accused teams of stealing signs. It makes me wonder if TLR is so quick to call out other teams for suspected sign stealing, because he has actually been as guilty. I don't really care if that's the case, I'm just trying to rationalize why LaRussa is the only one over all these years who keeps pointing the finger about stealing signs. Does it really take one to know one Tony?
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Axford with a new Brewers' record of 26 consecutive saves converted. Let's all hope the best for Rickie!
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It almost sounds as if Reed Johnson was involved.
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"The Ax man strikes again!" I like it Uke.
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Not really fit for the dog days of summer, (especially down here in SE AZ), but the classic Hot Toddy is my favorite drink. Boil the water WITHOUT the booze, but with plenty of fresh squeezed lemon juice and LOTS of honey. When heated appropriately, add a brown liquor. Jim Beam or Crown Royal work well, but brandy is just as tasty. One batch of those after shoveling out your driveway or during a Packers' game is enough to ease the physical and mental pain of the winter!
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I went to Minute Maid myself this year (Loss). But I'd try for a night game when the roof "might" be open and you can get some breeze, Houstonians love their AC. Also, check out the bar "La Carafe" after the game. It is in the oldest building in Houston, and is only a few blocks from the stadium. After that, my advice is to get out of Texas! http://forum.brewerfan.net/images/smilies/tongue.gif
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Here is my simple argument for those that think the Braun extension was a bad idea (not that you're wrong, because of risk): If not Braun, then what player can the Brewers extend for that long? If the answer is no one, then I believe the Brewers should probably have gone for a team-building strategy similar to the Tampa Bay Rays (or what Kansas City is trying to do) and build up entirely from cheap, young players (Again, not a bad strategy). If that was the case, then the Brewers never should have traded for Greinke and Marcum, and should probably be trying to deal Braun away now, so as to stock pile more young, controllable players. The problem with that strategy is that it is not that much fun in the interim for the fans, and would erode the excellent fan-base already established, plus the reward might only come around once in a blue moon, or every 16 years or so. While I approve of building up young, controllable talent, I believe it needs to be supplemented with established elite talent like Braun. If Braun approaches the Brewers about an extension, and they decline, it might not do much for retaining any talent longer than their arby years in the future, especially in a market such as Milwaukee. I believe the Brewers have already tried this approach, and that window has closed. Eventually, I believe that the team needs to take a chance to stay competitive or the Brewers will see another few decades of .500 or lower seasons.
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I think Braun's conditioning this offseason was a good sign. He worked his lower body for more power, and I think he's poised for a great year this year. I think his dedication to his game and his body contributed to the Brewer's extending him to age 36. I think Braun is the type of athlete that would age better than others, and I am excited for him to be a Brewer long-term. I like the financial certainty that it gives the front office for making future roster moves, and I like the prospect that Braun's stay may attract future stars to come to Milwaukee. I wouldn't get too hard on Fielder, he is making a choice based on business (can't really blame him for that), plus he's probably more suited to DH in a few years (or now) anyway. I just hope that Braun as "the man" will leave the GM'ing to the front office, and focus on playing baseball. Love the deal, and I'm even more excited about the Brewers! Just keep taking Halladay deep!
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I loved the song title "Ground out (Reprise)" on the Fangraphs album entitled: Rewind Yourself. Hilarious. I wonder if "Grit" is featuring Ned Yost.
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Reading this Betancourt thread is putting this image in my mind: http://yuniform.files.wordpress.com/2008/07/indian-error1.jpg
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Just thought it was curious that baseballreference has Ben Sheets as the #1 most similar player to Greinke through age 26. I like the deal, but I'm hoping that Greinke's 2009 wasn't too far of an outlier. Sorry to see Cain go too. I need to go back and read that link in the rumors thread about Greinke's anxiety issues as well.
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Astros' catching woahs solvdd!
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I actually tried to figure out the "nots" and reverse double negatives, but gave up and laughed at myself.
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Brewers in front with Nationals for Carl Pavano?
Spidey replied to PrinceFielderx1's topic in Transaction Rumors & Proposals
Splitterpfj may have hit it on the head... http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2010/12/carl-pavano-rumors-wednesday.html Brewers are dining with Pavano and agent tonight, and Morosi says that Mark A. would "increase payroll to accomodate the right pitcher." "I've got a bad feeling about this. Turn the ship around!" -
Brewers in front with Nationals for Carl Pavano?
Spidey replied to PrinceFielderx1's topic in Transaction Rumors & Proposals
I don't really want to compare Pavano to Suppan, but the contract that Pavano will get would be a bad idea for the Brewers. While perhaps a year shorter than Suppan's, it may very well handcuff the Brewers financially in the future. The wailing and moaning of Suppan's contract was dominant here at BF.net for so long, and many complained that Wolf's contract would be bad as well. I just think that Pavano is old, and not very good. The Brewers should not go two or three years at 10+ Million/year for him. I've also believe he's horrible at holding runners on base, which might be a problem with our catchers.
