mikevan1818

Living down in Chicago I listen to 670 The Score on my way home from work. Sound like Fontenot is leading off followed by Theriot.

Unbold Prediction: Jason Kendall will do something during the game today that will make me glad we no longer have Johnny Estrada.

Waking Up. I consider this a chore for me. This is one of the hardest things for me to do. Whether I've had 1 hour, or 14 hours of sleep - waking up and getting out of the bed is my least favorite chore to do. It's not that I don't want to get up and start my day - I even WANT to be up early and be a morning person. However, it is like there are two different Mike's. Night Mike knows I would be very productive and should get out of bed. Night Mike thinks it will be no problem to set the alarm for 7a.m and get out of bed. Then Morning Mike comes and the moment he opens his eyes he knows that staying in bed will feel much better. He doesn't have the same mind set as Night Mike. He hits the snooze button until the last second possible before he will not be late for work and takes a quick shower and runs out the door.

Don't know if anyone caught it, but I was searching through the MLB extra innings and watching some games tonight. I happened to catch Doug pitching in his last game before surgery. He pitched a decent game. When he got the last out on the inning when his pitch count was ihigh he got a large standing ovation and a curtain call. I'm not a Jeff Kent fan, but he was on second when the inning ended - and he went out of his way to go give Doug a pat on the back as he walked to the dugout. It was a cool thing to see. I was always was a fan of Doug - and I wish him the best. Thoughts and prayers are with him.

Sort of off topic - but sort of not - I was watching the pre-game for the Marlins game yesterday on MLB Extra Innings and they broke in and said something to the effect of, "Well, the front office has been busy this morning an we have just received some big news. Wes Helms has signed a deal with the Marlins and will join the team today. His flight will be landing at X time and he should be here half way through the game." They went on for a good 3-4 minutes about Wes and how great of a guy he was in the club house and how well he did off the bench. They had a graphic with Wes and his career stats. The it was almost like they were having a "Wes Helms Watch" as they showed his jersey hanging in the locker room - and all ready to go. I guess it is all relative - we "boo" Helms when he comes back, but the Marlins sign him and they are thrilled.

Lot of tennis player here. Awesome. I haven;t hit in a few months and would love to hit at some point...anyone? 1.) Tennis 2.) Tennis 3.) Baseball/Softball 4.) Soccer 5.) Kickball 6.) Anything else.

www.kaplerfoundation.org/ Go Gabe! Weird I was just checking out his foundation site as I heard Jim call Kaplers dinger.

Is this true - will I really get to see the game at 2:30?

Schlitz - I had MLB.tv last year and I was able to get any game. Including Saturday day games. That's kind of why I thought I would be able to get the game today.

Lame......but thanks for the explanation - I figured it was something like that. Oh well - I can faintly get Bob and Jim - I'll give that a whirl.

Can anyone shed some light on this for me: I received the MLB Extra Innings package for my birthday. I was looking forward to sitting down and watching the crew this afternoon with some burgers and beers. However, it looks like the package has none of the afternoon games tonight. Whats the deal with this? Even though I didn't pay myself - the package is a pretty penny and I was kind of under the impression that I got every game. Apparently it's not the case. I'm just looking if anyone knows why they don't show any of the Saturday afternoon games?

How did you take a picture with your camera OF your camera?! You are good. Wow - I'm a loser. I'll go away now...

Any word on the Cubs lineup?

I'm feeling JJ - in about the 5th.

I'll try my hand at this again. And I will not be letting you buy a beer for me after giving me tickets - beers for you and your buddy are on me.

You are my favorite person ever. Always Gantner Fan as a kid - if it isnt touble - I'd cherish the ball signed by him.

I'll take a stab at it.

I argued with myself for a while about whether this should go in the major leagues forum, or the trading forum. If it needs to be moved - mods please do - and I apologize in advance. Story: A friend of mine's family gets season tickets every year at Miller Park. For the last few years he has saved a ticket for the home opener for me. Our plan was to go again this year. He called his ticket agent a while ago while ordering the tickets to make sure he could get 4 opening day tickets. The tickets agent assured him he could get four. He told him to write down four on the sheet he sent in - and there would be no issue at all getting 4 tickets. In fact, the broker stated her could get him 4 extra (6 total) tickets. However, my friend just got his tickets in the mail and there are only two. His brother and his friend also usually come with us. So now - I am out of luck and without a ticket. (Unless something happens when we call the agent.) I am wondering two things: 1.) Does this sort of disorganized ticket sale problems happen often with the Brewers? I seem to remember other people having some issues with season tickets. I usually have just bought single game tickets, but I have been thinking about splurging for season tickets. However, if this sort of issue happens often - I may stick with the single game tickets. I am holding off to hear other season tickets opinions - and to see how the Brewers handle my friends issue when he calls. 2.) Does anyone have (or know where I could find) 2 tickets to the home opener that aren't crazy priced - like on Stub-Hub? I will take anything (Standing Room Only, etc.).

I live in the northern suburbs of Chicago (about 10 miles south of Great America). I have DirectTv and I am very close to gettting the MLB Extra Innings. Has anyone had any good/bad experiences with this? I'm about 98% sure that I am going to order it - but I want to make sure there isnt anyone that would suggest I don't. Also - if I order the package now - do they play Spring Training games at all?

Pretty much the only good thing that came from the Brewers not making the playoffs last year . . .

Coming from an ex-RA. Study abroad. RA can be OK, but the experience of studying abroad is something I wanted to do but wasn't able to because of the same reason. Being an RA is not really worth it in my opinion.

"The Muppet Movie" You have now become my new favorite poster. I love the muppets - and I'm not ashamed to say it. 10. Muppet Family Chirstmas (First 2 for the Holidays) 9. Muppet Christmas Carol 8. Hurricane 7. Dumb and Dumber 6. The Outsiders 5. Juno - if it comes out by the time I'm stuck on this island 4. Shawshank Redemption 3. Rudy 2. Good Will Hunting 1. The Muppet Movie

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Beets, Bears, Battlestar Galactica . . .

Not to Highjack the thread or anything - but I was just curious how many guys or girls here at brewerfan are big tennis players? I know a bunch of you have said you enjoy watching in this thread, but how many people play - and play on a regular basis. I was slightly surprised when I came on and noticed a tennis thread -and I guess curiosity got the best of me. Who all plays tennis - and what kind of skill level do we have here? I'm always looking for decent players to hit with - so maybe this will be a way to find some new people. I guess I'll add my two-cents about what the thread is actually about also. I seem to be in the minority, but I still prefer the mens game to the womens. It could be that I just like the pace. I don't mind the serve-heavy mens game because it forces players to show off their returning skills. When I watch players not only getting their racquet on the ball - but placing it deep and accuratly in the court, it amazes me. Sure, some of the points end quick and boring - but the rallies that do happen just amaze me that much more. I was really pulling for Blake this Open, but he ran into Federer. He played three nice sets agianst him - but nice sets don't usually do you any good. I can't see how some of you can say the guys game has lost some of its luster recently - especially during this open when it is one of the more exciting tournys I've watched in a while. I've been staying up every night watching matches - then again I do that every time tennis is on. Really good Mens Doubles final that was just on. The Isralis, Erlich and Ram took it in 2. Hopefully Tsonga can keep it up for the mens final - if he stays on his hot sreak it should be a good match. If he doesn't - could be a little lackluster for a final. But I'm excited.