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17-9. As godawful as we've been it can change on a dime, and we're just about at capitulation level where everything gives up (look at this thread). Provided no injuries an opposing SP is going to be roasted shortly and reignite a bit of a fire under our butts.

Playoffs? We talkin bout playoffs? PLAYOFFS???????

Don't mean to ruffle too many feathers but Jimmy Nelson is a pretty average pitcher. If those David Price rumors had some backbone I would have more seriously considered dumping him off on them.

Seems to me like its a prelude to another deal...what use is he to us? Maybe Phoenix wants him back again?

I think if Papelbon knew he'd close next year he'd "accept" a playoff run pitching the 8th inning/spot closing instead of continuing to play in that dumpsterfire in Philly. All I know is when Kintzler or Jeffress come in I nearly have a heart attack every night.

Doesn't look like we're involved, but he's expected to sign soon. Yanks are reportedly trying to get him to play 2nd. [*]Six teams seen as serious players for Castillo with deal coming soon August 19, 2014 1:52 pm ET Rusney Castillo worked out for the Yanks, BoSox, Tigers, Phillies, Cubs and M's. (USATSI) Cuban star Rusney Castillo is sifting through offers from multiple teams, and officials with interested teams say they expect a decision soon, perhaps by the end of the week. One of a half-dozen teams -- the Red Sox, Tigers, Phillies, Cubs, Yankees and Mariners -- who all worked out Castillo privately -- is expected to win the services of the compact and powerful Castillo who is generally viewed as an outfielder by most but is apparently being considered as a possible second baseman by the Yankees. Considering his workouts, which are said to have been impressive, plus the stark successes of Cuban stars Jose Abreu, Yasiel Puig and Yoenis Cespedes, bidding is expected to be spirited for the 27-year-old Castillo. He was seen in some circles as mostly a speed player entering his open workout, but he popped several very long home runs in the initial exhibition at the University of Miami that he is viewed as having very good powerful potential. "He isn't Abreu or Cespedes in terms of power, but he has above average major-league power," one official with an interested team said. (Keep in mind, too, that not being Abreu or Cespedes for power isn't necessarily a put-down, as Abreu is third in MLB with 31 homers homers and Cespedes is the two-time Home Run Derby winner.) Castillo's other tools received similar praise, and while most teams view him as an outfielder ("he can play center, no doubt," one scout said), the Yankees are said to be considering him for second base. "He has the actions of an infielder," one scout said. It's anybody's guess who'll win the Castillo derby, and many are indeed making guesses. One interested executive guessed that the Red Sox or Tigers, who both have outfield needs, could be in the lead. Another said he believed the Phillies, another team with outfield questions, are being "coy" and may ultimately land Castillo -- though Philly hasn't unloaded much salary in trade this summer and has been close to the luxury-tax threshhold, without going over it, for years. The Mariners, which forged a $240-million deal with Robinson Cano, who like Castillo is represented by the Roc Nation/CAA partnership, could be a player in the eyes of some due to that relationship plus Seattle's possible need for an outfielder -- though others wonder whether their extra look might be a courtesy call considering the Mariners had seemingly little money to spend at the deadline. The reason he doesn't fit the Yankees as an outfielder is that he is seen as too much like Jacoby Ellsbury and Brett Gardner, though Castillo showed more power than those two established stars in his workouts. Estimates have ranged from $35 million to $55 million for Castillo, though early estimates have tended to be low on some of the Cuban stars. There is a possibility Castillo could possibly be ready to help a contender this year if he signs soon, which is another reason a deal could happen in the coming days. http://www.cbssports.com/mlb/writer/jon-heyman/24667942/six-teams-seen-as-serious-players-for-castillo-with-deal-coming-soon

Light rail? 5 dollar lots? Man, if you're going to make a trip to the ballpark here just pay the extra money and park in Ramp A or B, you are literally in and out onto 394. I wouldn't waste my time with shady lots or dirty trains...worth every penny to me. (Twolves games can also park there too).

We bring it against the best, and seem to struggle against moderate-decent pitching. We've beaten Lester, Greinke x2, Kershaw, Waino, Price, Samardjzia and should have beaten Kershaw a 2nd time. Then we go out against rookies like Wada and Hendricks and stink up the joint. Just a product of our bombing offense...consistency is the key.

Thus far - Dolph over Miz Rollins over Ambrose Paige over AJ Van Dam over Cesaro

I hope we don't let Frankie go, he's been a great fit for our organization and provided his asking price is not outrageous I would like him back. Pretty sure he loves it here too. Rami should be back, and I wouldn't be surprised if Lucroy gets an extension this offseason..he's earned it and under no circumstance should we let him walk.

Cena over Lesnar Jericho over Wyatt Stephanie over Brie (Authority needs a win) Rusev over Swagger Paige over AJ Reigns over Orton Miz over Dolph Rollins over Ambrose

Given how he's performing ATM I don't think there's any way you can put Fiers in the bullpen. Nelson hasn't been bad but he isn't lights out like Fiers. Plus Fiers has previous big league experience/success and shouldn't fold under pressure.

Nice game Gallardo...he's really picked it up the past month or two when we needed him most.

Wang got torched last time out in single A...that guy has no business near our roster for the next 3 years. DM and RR are idiots if they facilitate him back up here again.

Wolves robbed the Cavs...for once something goes right for that sorry team. Bennett could very well end up better than Wiggins down the road due to the inherent risk associated with Wiggins' rawness.

Xander !!!!!!!!!!!

Is this game really going on 4 hours? What a joke unto itself.

Baby Crush is pissed.

It's over baby. Bullpen looks like it did a couple years ago. Start booking your Cardinals playoff tickets tomorrow. What a pile of poop we've become lately...depressing.

My lord our bullpen is a disaster zone.

Heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeere comes the bullpen to ruin the day....

Whatever needs to be done to get Tony Plush back in Milwaukee for one last playoff run, get it done.

If you don't blow games then the last 9 road games may not hold QUITE as much weight. I think most of us are afraid of us playing from behind heading into that road trip rather than by how many we're leading.

You can count us out if this idiot keeps making managerial decisions like today.

Well, we had a pretty defining moment today that involved Overbay, but it was via Roenicke's doing. How you pull Garza at 70 throwing a 1 hitter is beyond me, just inexcusable.