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Game Thread: Game 53 vs. the Astros

TIME: 8:05 @ Minute Maid Park
                                             

ASTROS PROBABLE:
                            REDS PROBABLE:
Jason Jennings (0-1, 3.00)                     Matt Belisle (4-4, 4.65)

Two in a row? The Astros have lost eight straight. It's funny, because all NL Central teams are screwed a little from the start having to compete in a six team division, but you certainly can't complain about that given how bad most of the teams are year in and year out.

Also: Alan, I will miss you. The perfectly timed Internet Picture/animated gif is a tough art to perfect, but you sir were a master.

Go Reds!

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"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 6:00 PM EDT reply actions  

Oh, Jesus...
I hope I didn't just screw up our "winning streak."
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 6:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

quitter
Alan is a quitter. True fans suffer.

by bobestes on May 29, 2007 6:01 PM EDT reply actions  

FIRE NARRON!
Tomorrow... that will make Alan's sepuku blatantly insignificant... ha... it's an oxymoron...
Currently Under Construction.

by crolfer on May 29, 2007 6:04 PM EDT reply actions  

Reds be gonna win today.
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 6:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Sukr is the "Love Bug"
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 6:26 PM EDT reply actions  

Hey!
That was only for my myspace friends, which are of course, the only "true" internet friends you could have :))
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Don't Worry Herbie...
I won't judge you!

You're still my Myspace Friend!

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 9:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yes it was very funny...
I literally Laughed Out Loud!
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 9:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hamilton homers
The first pitch he sees at the triple-A level, he hits the other way and out of the park.


All Things Bubba: Because how can you not love a baseball player named "Bubba"?

by BubbaFan on May 29, 2007 7:20 PM EDT reply actions  

FWIW...
Hamilton is playing CF and batting third.  Apparently, the Reds told Rick Sweet to do that.  Unless they change their minds, he will be playing CF and batting third every night.


All Things Bubba: Because how can you not love a baseball player named "Bubba"?

by BubbaFan on May 29, 2007 7:28 PM EDT up reply actions  

It's quiet around here
Everyone is on edge.  Must be the excitement of going for 2 wins in a row.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 7:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Just waiting on Alan to start posting the porn...
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 7:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

I thought Alan
had convinced everyone of a mass cyber-suicide.

BTW, This day 54 years ago Edmund Hillary and Tensing Norgay summited Mount Everest--a great victory to human perserverance and daring. 54 years later a Reds fan fake kills himself on a website after a 19-33 start.

Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 7:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

re
tenzing norgay wasn't a human... he was a sherpa
"Swing away, Bronson." -- sayeth Chris Welsh.

by boobs on May 29, 2007 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

I will mix the Kool-Aid.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 7:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Anything that goes wrong tonight i'm blaming
on wise!
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 7:30 PM EDT reply actions  

The Lineup
Courtesy of Trent:

Hopper CF
Hatteberg 1B
Griffey RF
Phillips 2B
Dunn LF
Encarnacion 3B
Gonzalez SS
Moeller C
Belisle P

Ross was a late scratch, due to "flu-like symptoms."


All Things Bubba: Because how can you not love a baseball player named "Bubba"?

by BubbaFan on May 29, 2007 7:39 PM EDT reply actions  

Hope
Ross gets better...and why is EdE in the Lineup he didn't play the game the right way yesterday! Come On Jerrry
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

mmmm
a hopper and a moeller. blissful
"Swing away, Bronson." -- sayeth Chris Welsh.

by boobs on May 29, 2007 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

Moeller
So I've been out for a couple of weeks and I can't help notice Moeller in the starting lineup.  He was DFAd recently, no?  So how did he go from that to leapfrogging Valentin in the depth chart?  I suppose only a fool searches for logic in the chambers of Krivsky's heart.  

by ken on May 29, 2007 7:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

See this is why an injury
is so costly for the reds, Sweaterpants has an excuse to make some stupid butt move, Valentin sucks at Defense but Moeller isn't exactly a wiz behind the plate either
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 7:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

Valentin is a good pinch-hitter.
That's seriously the logic. They may be the same defensively, but Javy is better for the 1 plate appearance per night he has the ability to make in a  clutch situation (as long as it's a righty on the mound) as opposed to the 4 pathetic plate appearances that Moeller is guaranteed to give you since he's starting.

This management defies logic.

by Geki on May 29, 2007 7:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

That's Bob Boone logic
which should be an automatic red flag for being wrong.  Keeping a better player on the bench for 1 potential at bat compared to at least 3 actual ones is lighting your farts on fire at the gas station dumb.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 7:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

why i'll miss alan
"Swing away, Bronson." -- sayeth Chris Welsh.

by boobs on May 29, 2007 8:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

lmao...
note the TV screen...
Currently Under Construction.

by crolfer on May 29, 2007 10:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

I ask again
What does Dunn have to do get an assured at bat in the first inning?

OBP
Hopper: .244
Hatte: .380
Junya: .398
Phillips: .332
Dunn: .371

Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 7:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

By my math
he has an 8% chance of batting in the first.  You are not assured?

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 7:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

full disclosure
I didn't do any math for that.  I almost always farm out my math work to India.  If that fails, I just make numbers up.  You really can't trust anything I post.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 7:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

I respect the effort though
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 7:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

You can't trust the info...
But you can assume it's the opposite of my thoughts...
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 7:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yep
chandrathan thinks Dunn has a 92% chance of batting in the first.  He's an optimist.  Is that the first time anyone has called you that? :)

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 7:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nope...
I'm always an optimist before the season...

I'm just quick to abandon all hope.

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 8:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

This is Dunn's Breakdown...
40% of the time he'll strikeout.

30% of the time he'll walk.

20% of the time he'll hit a home run.

10% of the time he'll double or single.

After adding up my percentages, I just showed that Dunn is a 300 hitter.  So ignore everything above this sentence.

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

think again
That thar is a .429 hitter with a .600 OBP and a 1.286 SLG = 1.886 OPS. Also, he would hit about 120 home runs and 60 singles. that woul dbe a decent season.

then everyone would complain because he struck out 200 times, breaking that record, too.

"Swing away, Bronson." -- sayeth Chris Welsh.

by boobs on May 29, 2007 8:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

what's up with
all the flu like symptoms lately? Who is trying to use bacterial weapons against us??

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 8:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

Alan...
I'm sadly not going to be around for the game tonight.  A friend called up last minute and wanted to go out and do something.  But it is a testament to you (and everyone else on this site [or perhaps just my own lame, anti-socialness]) that I nearly blew him off because it was a big night on Red Reporter.

But then I thought, no, Alan is leaving us to more fully enjoy the fruits of the "real world," and for one night I can follow his example.

So happy trails.  I expect your death to be spectacular, and I look forward to reading it.  Cross your fingers that you take Jerry with you...

by Brendanukkah on May 29, 2007 7:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Friend?
Not buying that either.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

.244 OBP leadoff man
Jerry Narron is the most hopelessly idiotic being this world has ever seen. He automatically sees speed and the inability to hit the ball with any authority, so he puts him in the leadoff spot. Norris Hopper, with a similar OPS, less walks, and a higher strikeout rate than Kyle Lohse.

Seriously, we have two players in the lineup today with 0 walks this season. And the best part about Norris Hopper? He's not even the worst hitter on the team, since we have Juan Castro putting up an OPS lower than Junior's on-base percentage (.389 vs. .398).

by Geki on May 29, 2007 7:53 PM EDT reply actions  

He did something right
Narron has a job that pays very well and he isn't bright, thats the only thing I respect about him
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 8:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

Pays Very well...
Depends on your point of view.  

Narron is one of the lowest paid managers in baseball.  That's been part of the Reds hiring philosophy for the last few years.  Like when Bob Boone was hired and they said they wouldn't pay more than 300,000 for their new manager.

Until that thinking changes, the Reds will probably continue to struggle and have crappy managers.

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 8:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

I agreed with something
That Tracy Jones said a good manager doesn't make a HUGE diference. Torree, LaRussa have had some luck and good players. Larussa over manages more than any other manager and last post season he got lucky
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 8:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

Maybe not...
But a bad manager can make all the difference in the world.
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 8:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

Wow game 53
It goes by fast
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 7:59 PM EDT reply actions  

my new favorite player
with the single... go norris!
"Swing away, Bronson." -- sayeth Chris Welsh.

by boobs on May 29, 2007 8:06 PM EDT reply actions  

en garde!
my footsoldier is a singles machine with a low obp and even lower slg... and he's a filthy, beautiful cheater. hes not scared by "rules" or "cameras."
"Swing away, Bronson." -- sayeth Chris Welsh.

by boobs on May 29, 2007 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

hatte's trying to murk bitches
"Swing away, Bronson." -- sayeth Chris Welsh.

by boobs on May 29, 2007 8:08 PM EDT reply actions  

ode to Alan
We didn't now him long
We didn't know him well
The Reds played bad, he killed himself
we hope he's not in Hell

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 8:10 PM EDT reply actions  

welcome to 1st base
Norris. Let me tell you what second base is like in the likely case you never get there.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 8:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Alright please no double plays!
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 8:10 PM EDT reply actions  

geez i didn't see that one coming
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 8:13 PM EDT reply actions  

92%...
I would have been right if it weren't for "Big Butt" Griffey.
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 8:13 PM EDT reply actions  

Scratch That...
I knew Dunn would bat in the first!
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

Junior Griffey
or Sean Casey?
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 8:14 PM EDT reply actions  

Griff
did lose 8 to 10 pounds apparently so atleast he did something in the offseason
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 8:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Yeah he got the belly disease.
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

junior
was just moving norris to third. thats just sound baseball. get em on, get em over, get em in.
"Swing away, Bronson." -- sayeth Chris Welsh.

by boobs on May 29, 2007 8:16 PM EDT reply actions  

Come on Dunn
lets get hopper in
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 8:17 PM EDT reply actions  

that would be nice as well
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 8:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

Griffey and Dunn...
Were responsible for all the outs that inning...

BOOOOOOO

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 8:19 PM EDT reply actions  

dude
sorry im late to the fete. i know it's not pronounced that way. im not a drone you communist beaurocrats. this computer stinks like capitalism.
you never know dude

by That stoner in college who wondered if every atom on May 29, 2007 8:19 PM EDT reply actions  

Alright
we will get them next inning,,,IT was wise's fault
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 8:20 PM EDT reply actions  

where the hell is alan?
"Swing away, Bronson." -- sayeth Chris Welsh.

by boobs on May 29, 2007 8:20 PM EDT reply actions  

is there a pool as to how he'll do it?
Well they're building a gallows outside my cell I've got 25 minutes to go
And the whole town's waitin' just to hear me yell I've got 24 minutes to go
Well they gave me some beans for my last meal I've got 23 minutes to go
But nobody asked me how I feel I've got 22 minutes to go
Well I sent for the governor and the whole dern bunch with 21 minutes to go
And I sent for the mayor but he's out to lunch I've got 20 more minutes to go
Then the sheriff said boy I gonna watch you die got 19 minutes to go
So I laughed in his face and I spit in his eye got 18 minutes to go
Now hear comes the preacher for to save my soul with 13 minutes to go
And he's talking bout' burnin' but I'm so cold I've 12 more minutes to go
Now they're testin' the trap and it chills my spine 11 more minutes to go
And the trap and the rope aw they work just fine got 10 more minutes to go
Well I'm waitin' on the pardon that'll set me free with 9 more minutes to go
But this is for real so forget about me got 8 more minutes to go
With my feet on the trap and my head on the noose got 5 more minutes to go
Won't somebody come and cut me loose with 4 more minutes to go
I can see the mountains I can see the skies with 3 more minutes to go
And it's to dern pretty for a man that don't wanna die 2 more minutes to go
I can see the buzzards I can hear the crows 1 more minute to go
And now I'm swingin' and here I go-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-o!

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 8:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm feeling
a little Folsom tonight.

by ctnyc on May 29, 2007 8:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

Cash. Not Narron.
Theres a lot of strange men in cell block ten
But the strangest of them all
Was a friend of mine who spent his time staring at the wall
Staring at thewall

As he stared at that wall so strong and tall
You could hear him softly curse nobody at all
Ever climbed that wall but i'm gona be the first
Yeah i'm gona be the first

The warden walked by and said son don't try
I'd hate to see you fall
For there is no doubt they'll carry you out
If you ever touch that wall
If you ever touch that wall

Well a years gone by since he made his try
But I can still recall
How hard he tried and the way he died
But he never made that wall
He never made that wall

Theres never been a man ever shook this can
But I know a man who tried
The newspapers called it a jail break plan
But I know it was suicide
I know it was suicide

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 9:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

has anybody seen
season one of mr. belvedere? that shit is dope as soap on a roap, money. its got me crackin up like cold concrete.
you never know dude

by That stoner in college who wondered if every atom on May 29, 2007 8:22 PM EDT reply actions  

HipHopera question
Why is the tenor's homies playahatahs? It seems like your homies should not be hatahs
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 8:22 PM EDT reply actions  

Don't look, Jerry!
A nontraditional leadoff man? That's unpossible!

by Geki on May 29, 2007 8:22 PM EDT reply actions  

phil garner
is NOT a baseball guy. has he ever won a world series?
"Swing away, Bronson." -- sayeth Chris Welsh.

by boobs on May 29, 2007 8:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yep
3 of them.  1973, 1974, 1979.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 8:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

though
in 1973 and 1974 he combined for 35 PAs, so who knows if he actually got rings those years.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 8:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

dont come at me with stats!
theres a little saying i coined: There are three kinds of lies. Lies, damned lies, and statistics. I think I've made my case.
"Swing away, Bronson." -- sayeth Chris Welsh.

by boobs on May 29, 2007 8:28 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah
I probably made it up anyway.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 8:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yep. Thrice.
1973 and 1974 with the A's and 1979 with the Pirates.

by Geki on May 29, 2007 8:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

C'mon Geki
don't mess with the master.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 8:28 PM EDT up reply actions  

In fairness...
I don't think he actually was a part of those teams.

Slyde is wrong again.

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 8:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

i think he only played
in the one with the Pirates. And did pretty well if I remember correctly

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 8:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

You remember correctly
He hit well in both the NLCS and WS:
NLCS - .417/.462/.833
WS - .500/.571/.667

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 8:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

I don't have a dictionary
on my utility belt.  I use small words.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 8:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

and we thank you
for using words we can all understand

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 8:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

Scrap Iron Garner
I'm fondling myself just thinking of how baseball he is.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 8:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

Brantley
actually mentioned that made up stat OBP.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm on your bases...
Stealin your signz!1@!!
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 8:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Jerry
will show Phil Garner!!! Tomorow Chad Moeller will lead-off!!! wahaha
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 8:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

Suicide
Razors pain you;
rivers are damp;
acids stain you;
and drugs cause cramp.
Guns aren't lawful;
nooses give;
gas smells awful;
you might as well live.

Dorothy Parker

Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 8:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Your New Signature...
Riley Martin...Right?
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 8:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

With all due respect Miss Parker...
..you ain't seen nuttin' yet.

I'm ready.

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

oh my god
seems like yesterday we used to rock the show. i laced the track and you locked the flow. a

by That stoner in college who wondered if every atom on May 29, 2007 8:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

Oh shit. My bad.
That was a vacation slide from "OU Quad Mardi Gras Homecoming."

That Lunesta/Ambien smoothie is gonna really have me off my game as I sign off tonight.  I apologize.

HERE (if you were wondering) is my specialized suicide ensemble..

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 8:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

dude
this shit's morbid as fuck yo
seems like yesterday we used to rock the show. i laced the track and you locked the flow. a

by That stoner in college who wondered if every atom on May 29, 2007 8:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah,
but you can beat it for comedy. I think I just hurt my gizzard laughing.
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

dude,
when i hear the name "edwin" i think of, like, doby gillis and shit. but he's like a dope player on hte reds. its weird man.
you never know dude

by That stoner in college who wondered if every atom on May 29, 2007 8:29 PM EDT reply actions  

Gonzo
Won't be an all-star but i do like him
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 8:31 PM EDT reply actions  

Fuck yeah we have only had a shitty Bullpen!
the past 12 days not the worst! thanks for that stat FSN...
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 8:33 PM EDT reply actions  

I love Double Plays!
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 8:34 PM EDT reply actions  

Chad Moeller
He's the Todd Hollandsworthless of 2007!!
Hey Jerry.... maybe Todd Coffey and Mike Stanton are the reason YOU hate EdE right now too.

by TheC on May 29, 2007 8:35 PM EDT reply actions  

I get the impression
the Reds are failing to Think Lucky tonight.  It's very disappointing.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 8:35 PM EDT reply actions  

dude
i just found 25 minutes to go on my itunes and, caleb, that track is like blowing my mind man. oh my god i think im gonna freak out...
seems like yesterday we used to rock the show. i laced the track and you locked the flow. a

by That stoner in college who wondered if every atom on May 29, 2007 8:38 PM EDT reply actions  

Jerry Narron
slurpfest on WLW.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 8:39 PM EDT reply actions  

welsh
sort of defending him also

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

Now Marty
bemoaning the lack of accountability in baseball. After defending Narron. Jaysus.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 8:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

NoHo sucks out loud...
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 8:43 PM EDT reply actions  

ha!
my new favorite red with the outfield assist!
"Swing away, Bronson." -- sayeth Chris Welsh.

by boobs on May 29, 2007 8:44 PM EDT reply actions  

B 2 tha Lizzle That's Fo' Shizzle...
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 8:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

dude
i think that alan dude has something to say
seems like yesterday we used to rock the show. i laced the track and you locked the flow. a

by That stoner in college who wondered if every atom on May 29, 2007 8:47 PM EDT reply actions  

George: HPH
I think I took six or eight of those sometime around 2pm.

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 8:51 PM EDT reply actions  

NoHo
what a terrible relay throw. he one hopped Phillips

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 8:51 PM EDT reply actions  

hey at least
Griffey didn't end the inning with a double play

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 8:52 PM EDT reply actions  

dude
we're losing, but we're like ahead, you know?
seems like yesterday we used to rock the show. i laced the track and you locked the flow. a

by That stoner in college who wondered if every atom on May 29, 2007 8:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Explain
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 8:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

you know, like
in the game of baseball, we're losing, because at this point in the game the astros have more runs than us. but in the game of life, we're ahead, because we're all sitting in front of our computers, watching television or listening to the radio because we live in a society where we don't ever have to worry about going broke, and there are motherfuckers in china who dont have a hundredth of what we have but they're still like happy, you know, because they can appreciate life and enjoy the experience better than us industrial freebase assholes could even imagine.
seems like yesterday we used to rock the show. i laced the track and you locked the flow. a

by That stoner in college who wondered if every atom on May 29, 2007 8:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Happy Chinese?
Dude, you're so high I can't even think straight.

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 9:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

like wow dude
pass the percocet and vodka

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 9:03 PM EDT up reply actions  

not you too!
we can't lose you too! we wouldnt be able to take it...
"Swing away, Bronson." -- sayeth Chris Welsh.

by boobs on May 29, 2007 9:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

I haven't opened the vodka yet.
I was saving that for "the bloop."

But neverthelesh.. I am FUCked up and I haven't even teshted to see if my WiFi reaches the garage.  Anybody got any tin foil I can borrow?

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 9:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yes!
The Porn is starting!
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 9:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

Note to self...
Chandrathan spells "porn" with a capital "P".

Settle down lil' doggie.  This pussy needs to stretch first.

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 9:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

There's a reason
why he is called The Kinky Bastard.

And a note to yourself? You'll need this note later in life?

Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 9:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Don't Let Me stop you... lol
Note to self... crolfer capitalizes Me...
Currently Under Construction.

by crolfer on May 29, 2007 10:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

<<sniff>>
Did George just say that Ryan Freel <<sniff>> loves me?

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 8:58 PM EDT reply actions  

In honor of Alan...
I think we should all post some of our favorite pictures.  Here's one...

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 8:58 PM EDT reply actions  

im like in love with that puppy dude
seems like yesterday we used to rock the show. i laced the track and you locked the flow. a

by That stoner in college who wondered if every atom on May 29, 2007 9:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

maddux and ryan

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 9:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

mine was funnier dude
seems like yesterday we used to rock the show. i laced the track and you locked the flow. a

by That stoner in college who wondered if every atom on May 29, 2007 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

the gilmore girls
seems like yesterday we used to rock the show. i laced the track and you locked the flow. a

by That stoner in college who wondered if every atom on May 29, 2007 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

you?
or cy young.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 9:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nicely done, Slyde.
Here Slyde, I want you to have this.

It's only been powered up once or twice since '88 when MLB stopped keeping track of the GWRBI.  Hope you can get some use out of it.

And thanks for the "coolness graph" in the other diary.

Slyde, I think I'm going to miss you most of all.

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 9:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

If I only had a brain
or a superhuge abacus.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 9:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

(Manhug)
Where's a camera?....

I'm just jealous.

Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 9:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

Denton Young
Nickname, anyone?

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

Dmitri?
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

clemens was born
in Dayton?? I did not know that

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 9:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

Down goes Foreman!
Down goes Foreman!
Down goes Foreman!
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 9:09 PM EDT reply actions  

alright, im out to b-dubs
Alan, love you muthafucker. i hope this aint the last time i talk caps witchu.

but, you know, like big said, somebody got to die

"Swing away, Bronson." -- sayeth Chris Welsh.

by boobs on May 29, 2007 9:19 PM EDT reply actions  

You can take a laptop to B-dubs...
They have wireless, yo...
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

Like Prince said
You're a sexy mother fucker.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

So now
we're supposed to be proud of Norris Hopper for botching the shoestring catch? Because he hustled after the ball that he misplayed?
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 9:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

How many times do I have to say this...
I am not George Grande!

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 9:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

I have my suspicions.
I think you did say "Hi, hello and welcome" to someone recently.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

Prince Albert
says SlydeFrog is a sexy mothafucka.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 9:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

What'd I miss?
Is Alan dead yet?
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 9:28 PM EDT reply actions  

Welcome back!
Just in time for suicides and baseball hell.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 9:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

Moeller grounded into a DP.
And struck out.

Exciting, huh?

"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

And Moeller sucks.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

So who else has figured out that
it's the bench guys going around and getting the regulars sick so they can get some playing time?
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 9:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

Way to go
Nancy Drew!  I think you solved that caper!

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 9:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

I is smrt.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 9:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

No but
if he keeps posting these creepy gifs, I'm taking a pillow to him.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 9:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

Suicide by cop.
Er, well, you know what I mean. Don't let him hear you say that, he'll do it on purpose...
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 9:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

speaking of
where is Officer Dibble?

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 9:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

Totally missed it
Was getting the kid ready for camp and only had the strength left to watch the game after we were done.

But I am slowly catching up.

"I'd walk through hell in a gasoline suit to play baseball" - Pete Rose

by Officer Dibble on May 30, 2007 8:37 AM EDT up reply actions  

Ash...
You missed Sukr's return from the DL.

This is his first played Gamed thread in about two months!

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 9:32 PM EDT reply actions  

He's taking Alan's Roster Spot.
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 9:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Does that mean...
That sukr can't hit worth a damn and won't get picked up by anyone if we DFA him?
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

It's Iffy...
The Padres Blog has shown interest.
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 9:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

Post worth a Damn
Yeah, my ppd has dropped so much.... I don't even think the Crawfish Boxes are interested anymore. But Boras IS my agent.
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 9:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

Do you run...
To your keyboard?

Are you a catcher?

"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

Oooh.
Got him mixed up with boobs.  I bet he is having trouble figuring out whether to be insulted or not...
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ummm...
Dude...

That's what I meant.  (Oh snap.)

"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

that's boobs
as Rasputin.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 9:41 PM EDT up reply actions  

ok
that was a funny night

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 9:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ahem,
I'm not "technically" playing. I'm still at work and can't even hear the game. What's the score? And, what am I missing?
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 9:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

But you're a gamer...
You blog the right way...

A real Red Reporter veteran Presence...

A definite asset.

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 9:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

The Reds are threatening...
I was going to wait to see what happens this half inning before I updated him....
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 9:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

Is that...
Who I think it is pitching?
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:33 PM EDT reply actions  

Was Jennings on a pitch count or something?
Why is he gone?
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 9:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Just off the DL today

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 9:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

::rings hands manically::
Excellent.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 9:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hopper with a double
I'll be damned.

I think I just picked up my first RR Xinj.

Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 9:35 PM EDT reply actions  

OBC and Sukr are here!
It's a REAL party tonight!
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 9:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

That's really the
big attraction tonight, like a cliffhanger. We should do this more often for ratings, kill someone off around here.
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 9:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Can we do NEIL next?
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm thinking...
The Wicker Man.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 9:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

Damn.
I was hoping I missed that episode already.
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 9:49 PM EDT up reply actions  

Vote 'em off
One by one, like those shitty reality shows.  

The tribe spoken, class today.

by obc on May 29, 2007 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

We've already tried
  • the tawdry love triangle (Ash-boobs-Daedalus)
  • adding a precocious little tyke (crolfer) to freshen up the cast
  • adding a sexy new cast member (Man Mountain)
As far as I can tell, the only gimmicks we've missed are the Lesbian kiss and the clip show.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 9:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hey!!!
Rick White is pitching like, well...Rick White!
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:36 PM EDT reply actions  

Rick White
is who we thought he was.*

Finalist 2006-2007 Best Newcomer in the Sports Cliche Category

Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 9:45 PM EDT up reply actions  

Dammit Junior, get your butt down to 1st
Bases loaded, no outs. Try not to screw this up, guys.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 9:41 PM EDT reply actions  

Great...
Now Griffey is going to pose at the plate after walks :-)
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 9:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

Scrap Iron thinks he's a genius
Dude, I know TLR, you are no TLR.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 9:42 PM EDT reply actions  

Yeah, get the man some sunglasses...
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 9:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

C'mon BP
Call grandma.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:43 PM EDT reply actions  

Lidge
Seems to have righted his ship recently.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Narron Vulture Count
I'm ready to begin the Narron's last game poll.

I will buck conventional wisdom and say he lasts the season.

by obc on May 29, 2007 9:44 PM EDT reply actions  

Conventional Wisdom says...
The Reds are Cheap so Narron sticks around the rest of the season.
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 9:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hmmm
Set up a pool? Stakes?
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 9:46 PM EDT up reply actions  

Pool, steaks
I'll bring the Yeungling.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

Mmm.
Good man..... Man... Mountain.
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 9:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Or
we could save money and just get a couple of pails of lake water.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 9:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

i got the...
Grilled corn, Maker's, and lap dancers.

by obc on May 29, 2007 9:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ball GD 4. Arrgh.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 9:48 PM EDT reply actions  

Adam Dunn SAC FLY!
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 9:49 PM EDT reply actions  

The Bastards at the ballpark...
Would only give me one Bobblehead the other night.  Of course the game was nowhere near a sellout and they had to just keep 8000 of them.

That means I don't have an extra one to trade for other bobbleheads.

I do however have an extra sean casey bobblehead from a few years ago.  If anyone is interested in getting this and would like to trade one of their excess bobbleheads, please let me know!

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 9:49 PM EDT reply actions  

Wha?!?!
And obc just taught you how to go through a promo line twice! With a beer in your friggin' hand no less! Kids.
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 9:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah...
They step up security for Bobblehead night!
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 9:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Im down
I got dupes of Perez or Morgan. Guy from work dropped off the Bronson bobble, and he's pitching to Wily on my office shelf.

by obc on May 29, 2007 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Mmm....
Joe Morgan Bobblehead.
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

WHAT THE FUCK?

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:03 PM EDT up reply actions  

Still loading...slowly
what happens? Whoa, a Hummer is starting to drip out the bottom...
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

wow
just wow
we gotta save this dude

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

You know, of course...
That he was really being selfish there and trying to hit a homerun and therefore should not get credit for the sac fly.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

sac fly
Martry is pissing himself.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 9:50 PM EDT reply actions  

EEE
Bet he shows everyone that he still belongs in AAA.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Shit, after that performance
he belongs back down in AA. He should be batting .829 with 3 RBI every. damn. night.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 9:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ahhh...way to go...
EdE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
EdE belongs in AA ball to learn how to play defense. Period.

by Sloppygolf on May 29, 2007 9:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Nice first post of the night.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

LoL... yeah, Phillips didn't
get out in his AB either. You're hilarious.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 9:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

actually
BP ruined that inning by not doing anything.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 9:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yes...
But at least he did not GIDP.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

Bases loaded. No outs... One run.
One. run.

One.

Seems like as good of a time as any to start the car and close the doors.

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 9:54 PM EDT reply actions  

No.
Must wait until the 8th inning.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 9:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

Conversation I just had...
Chandra: "You are in a good mood, you seem hyper tonight"

Me: "That's because we are having a return to the good game threads"

Chandra: (Rolls Eyes)

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 9:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Classic!
Did you tell her we gathered round for a good old fashioned suicide?
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 9:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Come on now :-)
You know I was lurking and waiting for Ed E to be his usual self....
EdE belongs in AA ball to learn how to play defense. Period.

by Sloppygolf on May 29, 2007 9:55 PM EDT reply actions  

you should be lurking
rooting for EdE to be a star.  It makes you look more like a fan.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Actually...
I m not anti-EdE at all.....just think he isn't ready for the show yet.
EdE belongs in AA ball to learn how to play defense. Period.

by Sloppygolf on May 29, 2007 9:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yes
but you are wrong.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 9:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

I agree with Slyde!
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

wait a second
Now I'm wondering if maybe I'm wrong.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:03 PM EDT up reply actions  

LOL
Well, there is safelty in numbers.....if you aren't picky!
EdE belongs in AA ball to learn how to play defense. Period.

by Sloppygolf on May 29, 2007 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

Defensively or all-around?
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

Defense of course...
He's a good young hitter, but will get better at breaking balls in the minors also.
EdE belongs in AA ball to learn how to play defense. Period.

by Sloppygolf on May 29, 2007 10:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm pretty good
at breaking balls.

Put me in, coach!!

Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

Problem is
he's already shown that he can hit the curve ball in the minors.  The only way he'll regularly see a Major League curve ball is in the, uh, Majors Leagues.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions  

That's cool,
we all got opinions.....just all yours are wrong!  Just kidding....
EdE belongs in AA ball to learn how to play defense. Period.

by Sloppygolf on May 29, 2007 10:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

I don't know
I'm not usually wrong.  So, I'm guessing it's probably you that is wrong. :)

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ah, well then you will never be manager...
Of the Reds.......because they have to be wrong ALL the time.
EdE belongs in AA ball to learn how to play defense. Period.

by Sloppygolf on May 29, 2007 10:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

In all seriousness though
I'm fine with disagreeing with you on EdE.  There are no guarantees on his success.  Buuuut, it's not cool to show up just to be critical of him.  That's what Michael used to do with Dunn and it pissed a lot of people off.  You seem to have a good sense of humor about it, so I hope you don't let yourself fall into a reputation of only showing up to pick on Edwin.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

It's already proven that Slyde isn't always wrong.
When He and I agree on something, you KNOW that it's right!
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:10 PM EDT up reply actions  

Who the Hell are you?
And what have you done with our Michael?
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 9:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

I think that's Madville.
His name is Michael too.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 10:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

My all-time favorite...
"Don't let worries kill you. Let the church help."
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

lol!
there's a church around the corner from me that has a sign saying "let us give you a piece of mind."  a piece of whose mind, i wonder.

by Daedalus on May 29, 2007 10:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

Good one!
Very fitting!
Image Hosted by ImageShack.us
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 10:01 PM EDT up reply actions  

"Decision-making time for Jerry Narron"
I imagine that is a time of much sweating.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 9:58 PM EDT reply actions  

Well
"There's a lot of love in this room. I can feel it and it's a beautiful thing" --Butch 'Too Cool' Vargas
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 10:02 PM EDT reply actions  

I'm here.
Fading.

fa. ding...

Crolfer, you there?

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 10:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

Dude
why don't you call it off?  We'll sacrifice a virgin.  Somebody head over to the Astros site.  There's probably some virgins over there.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

Can't be boobs.
He's banned.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 10:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

um.
Is that why he was asking for....
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Wow I thought for sure
Castro would pinch hit for Matt B! Jerry must of fell asleep
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 10:07 PM EDT reply actions  

Talk about your hanging chad.....
Why is he on the team?????????
EdE belongs in AA ball to learn how to play defense. Period.

by Sloppygolf on May 29, 2007 10:08 PM EDT reply actions  

Uh...
Who?
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

WEll we lost
Stanton is warming up
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 10:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Mike Stanton is warming up.
Alan, if he comes in a gives up a run/runs, I'm going with you.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Not yet.
Not the 8th inning yet.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 10:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

Two
martyrs for the price of one? No way!
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 10:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

OK.
Here comes the part where the Reds get the lead in the top of the 8th and Stanton comes in and blows it, whereupon Alan commits seppuku.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ya know
Alan is such an effete Westerner. Why couldn't he do a little Kamikaze job on the Reds clubhouse?
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 10:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yankees Lost...
Boston Won...

It's a good night!

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:12 PM EDT reply actions  

Why don't you hate both
It makes everything easier. You can just hate an entire region of insufferable pricks.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 10:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah...
But the Yankees are so evil that I have to root against their biggest rival.
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

Try it.
Just let it happen. Do I need to start introducing you to some Red Sox sites?
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 10:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

Nope..
It's kinda like how I root for Duke over Carolina...
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

But you don't root for Duke in general.
BTW, how many Cats fans would string you up for that? I'm guessing in the ballpark of all of them.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 10:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

I dunno...
I think Cats fans in general respect Duke more than Carolina.  I may be wrong though...
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

I don't
Duke can burn in hell.  NC ain't so bad.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:27 PM EDT up reply actions  

Well Duh...
Of course Slyde is going to say the opposite!
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Respect, really?
For Laettner's chest-stomp?

For Wojo's hand-checking?

The moving pick?

For all the flopping?

Is it respect or are they worried about the all-time program wins record?

Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

The All time wins record isn't that close...
We're forty or so games ahead.  Plus Carolina only has like what three titles?

I've just always seen Duke as the standard bearer in college basketball.  And I like coach K a lot better than I like Dean Smith or like Roy Williams.  Also, Duke's blue is quality.  Carolina's blue is nauseating...

Also, Kentucky got their win back against Duke in 98.  So Laetner's shot doesn't have nearly the sting it used to.  All I see when I think of Duke is Padgett and Mills hitting those threes.

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Five titles
Wait you hate Dean, too?

Duke as the standard bearer in basketball?

That's crazy talk.

Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 10:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

Didn't sound right..
So I wikipedia'd it.  You guys count a Helms title?

That doesn't count!  Carolina has four National titles.

And yes, in my lifetime, Duke has been the standard bearer for college basketball.

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

So far
we've got
  1. uniform colors
  2. the "bearing of standards"
  3. unlikability of Coach adored by everyone ever.
Now hows'bout a real argument.

You realize that the idea of Duke as the "standard bearer" in college basketball is largely a product of the 1990s ESPN hype machine that you seem to despise in all of its other incarnations, i.e. BBTN and the Yankees?

Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 11:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

I hate everything about Carolina...
I don't have to have tangible reasons, I just hate them...

They are the only team that I hate on the level that I hate the Yankees.

I don't like the coaches or the players.  I don't respect anything about the program.

I think Duke has recently been, and is currently the better program.  I root for Duke to lose if they are playing anyone but Carolina.

Roy Williams is my least favorite figure in all of sports.  I think he was classless when he beat UK by 60 at Kansas, and I think he was classless in the way he treated Kansas when it came to the Carolina job.

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 11:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

OMG
You really did.  Sweet.  You'll probably be deleted, but I saw it.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ha! You did!
It kinda stopped their game thread in it's tracks.
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 10:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

No volunteers yet...
Of course there isn't much activity over there tonight.
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

What?
No virgins here???? We gotta order take out?
EdE belongs in AA ball to learn how to play defense. Period.

by Sloppygolf on May 29, 2007 10:15 PM EDT reply actions  

Crolfer's not here.
I just remembered that I have some things for sale on eBay until tomorrow night.

Madville, maybe you can take care of this for me?

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 10:16 PM EDT reply actions  

No.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yes
But I'm making a U-Turn; I'll try to get him on my next pass.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 10:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

LoL. Yesssssss.
obc, was it you who gave me the Franklin baseball that now sits on my desk at work as a daily visual reminder of just how much that guy sucked?
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

Clever...
And Funny!

You made Chandra laugh

Great job!

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

just said
Don't send Hopper. Piss.

by obc on May 29, 2007 10:17 PM EDT reply actions  

Well, so much for the base hit.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Damnit Hopper!
Why?  There were no outs, let the offense freaking put something together!!!

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Yay! 2-run... wait, shit... Solo homer.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:18 PM EDT reply actions  

Absolutely.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

What should have been a 2-run lead...
good job Hatte!

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:18 PM EDT reply actions  

whew
that move only cost us one run

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 10:19 PM EDT reply actions  

damn it
blame hatte for hitting yet another solo shot

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 10:19 PM EDT reply actions  

Another look at Hatteberg's Hammer
George, do you even listen to yourself?  Guy could be announcing porn and it wouldn't sound any different.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:20 PM EDT reply actions  

double barrel action in the bullpen
we need to start tracking George's pornisms.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

Funny
"Here's a bloop..."
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 10:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm torn on that game...
I'd like Cleveland to win because they'd be easier for the Spurs to beat...

But I don't want to see Tayshaun lose...

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

You know that means.....
Staunton will come in now......
EdE belongs in AA ball to learn how to play defense. Period.

by Sloppygolf on May 29, 2007 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Wow, they like to talk about how much
the Reds suck over there. Yeah, it might be true, but, c'mon guys, let's be honest... pot, kettle...
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

we might suck
but they will always be Houston. Enough said

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 10:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Yeah
you know how to talk trash to Cubs fans we say "1908"?  We can't do that to the Astros because the last year that the won the series is "NULL".

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:24 PM EDT up reply actions  

Excellent! We've got the lead and we're heading..
... to the 8th inning... oh shit...  Oh well, it was fun to be up for a little while.
Hey Jerry.... maybe Todd Coffey and Mike Stanton are the reason YOU hate EdE right now too.

by TheC on May 29, 2007 10:21 PM EDT reply actions  

Dammit, I'm late
But I am so pumped to find out that Adam Dunn sacrificed himself to help save Alan. He's becoming a much better baseball guy.

by teb7 on May 29, 2007 10:23 PM EDT reply actions  

"1 and 2. The wind and the pitch to Bench...
"...a change hit in the air to deep right field, back goes Clemente at the fence...she's gone! Johnny Bench, who hits almost every home run to left field hits one to right. The game is tied."

Al Michaels?  Is that you?

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 10:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Alan, what the hell is that?
Aside from effin' creepy?
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:25 PM EDT up reply actions  

Think Grif wanted
another day off...so he just called in sick...sort of....
EdE belongs in AA ball to learn how to play defense. Period.

by Sloppygolf on May 29, 2007 10:23 PM EDT reply actions  

Regardless of the outcome
It is encouraging to see Belisle have a strong outing.  
Hey Jerry.... maybe Todd Coffey and Mike Stanton are the reason YOU hate EdE right now too.

by TheC on May 29, 2007 10:25 PM EDT reply actions  

Yep
According to George the goal is to get back-to-back 1-2-3 innings.  As opposed to the normal goal of giving up less than 10 runs in the 8th.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:26 PM EDT up reply actions  

The sad thing is...
apart from the beer, that sort of thing is perfectly fine at our school... no dress code... (not such a bad thing always)
Currently Under Construction.

by crolfer on May 29, 2007 10:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

that's perfectly fine
everywhere.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 10:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hey look...
The Astro's fans hate Rick White too!
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:27 PM EDT reply actions  

re Caleb's virgin comment
Rick White is available
Call him.

by Joe in Birmingham on Tue May 29, 2007 at 10:22:43 PM EDT

Good stuff.

"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Am I in time!?
I wanna witness my first internet cyber suicide thingy... commit sudoku... or sepuku or whatever... im confused...
Currently Under Construction.

by crolfer on May 29, 2007 10:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Crap
Why not just let him finish it.  This is stoopid.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Oh God.....
Our new #1 and #2 starters...Lohse and Belisle.....jeez...the world is upside down!
EdE belongs in AA ball to learn how to play defense. Period.

by Sloppygolf on May 29, 2007 10:27 PM EDT reply actions  

Not Stanton?
Currently Under Construction.

by crolfer on May 29, 2007 10:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hmmm
Kent Mercker, Gabe White, Felix Heredia

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

i hate morron
there is NO reason to take belisle out.

by Daedalus on May 29, 2007 10:28 PM EDT reply actions  

Oh... this could go very very badly
Reds' Bullpen + 8th inning = opening gates of hell
Hey Jerry.... maybe Todd Coffey and Mike Stanton are the reason YOU hate EdE right now too.

by TheC on May 29, 2007 10:29 PM EDT reply actions  

Ack... psycho cat... it's happening! RUN!
Pie Jusu Domine, Dona Eis Requiem... Now... Count to three, not two, not four, three... (not sure of the exact lines)

i think Alan's gonna kill himself with the Holy Hand Grenade...

Currently Under Construction.

by crolfer on May 29, 2007 10:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

... Wow... That's pretty sweet...
I think I'm gonna buy one of those on Ebay...
Currently Under Construction.

by crolfer on May 29, 2007 10:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

Dude, you're alive
I think you survived.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

I love you.
I love you all.

Remember that one time...

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

You went with
the cyber-asp didn't you? how many times must I explain this? The cyber-cyanide is much quicker! :)
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Sí Señor?
crud... how do you get the upside-down question mark...
Currently Under Construction.

by crolfer on May 29, 2007 10:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

The inning
that dare not speak its name....wait, it's over!
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 10:32 PM EDT reply actions  

I'm a little confused
Why didn't the other team score 5 runs just there to blow open this game?  Huh... strange.
Hey Jerry.... maybe Todd Coffey and Mike Stanton are the reason YOU hate EdE right now too.

by TheC on May 29, 2007 10:33 PM EDT reply actions  

Because...
...Narron finally realized that Coutlangus > Stanton?


All Things Bubba: Because how can you not love a baseball player named "Bubba"?

by BubbaFan on May 29, 2007 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

...wait for it...
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:35 PM EDT up reply actions  

What, did you guys wear yourselves
out with all of the Coutlangus jokes already?
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

Come On Ash...
I think we are all a little too mature for that!
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

You have such a dirty mind.
Red Reporter is a family website.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

Dirty mind
Yup, it's just me. I'm the only one. :)
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'm tired of George
acting like Hopper's play was a good one.  BP should get the credit.  His throw was awesome.  The good that Hopper did was canceled out by letting ball get by him.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:34 PM EDT reply actions  

IN Hoppers Defense
It was a really tough play
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 10:37 PM EDT up reply actions  

Alan's impending death made the Red's bullpen...
GOOD? UH-OH...

Supply the bomb shelters...

Currently Under Construction.

by crolfer on May 29, 2007 10:34 PM EDT reply actions  

Pence Jumped for show...
What a dummy...
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:35 PM EDT reply actions  

Pence
And he throws like a girl.  

by Brian B on May 29, 2007 10:36 PM EDT up reply actions  

So, when you call up your shrink
in Beverly Hills...
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:38 PM EDT up reply actions  

dearly beloved
    1 Then I saw "a new heaven and a new earth," [a] for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea. 2 I saw the Holy City, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride beautifully dressed for her husband. 3 And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, "Look! God's dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. 4 'He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death' [b] or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away."

    5 He who was seated on the throne said, "I am making everything new!" Then he said, "Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true."

    6 He said to me: "It is done. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End. To the thirsty I will give water without cost from the spring of the water of life. 7 Those who are victorious will inherit all this, and I will be their God and they will be my children. 8 But the cowardly, the unbelieving, the vile, the murderers, the sexually immoral, those who practice magic arts, the Astros, the Cubs, the idolaters and all liars--they will be consigned to the fiery lake of burning sulfur. This is the second death."

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Maybe Jerry knows what he is doing....
Egads.....did I type that?????
EdE belongs in AA ball to learn how to play defense. Period.

by Sloppygolf on May 29, 2007 10:37 PM EDT reply actions  

Where's Some Dude been tonight?
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:37 PM EDT reply actions  

I was wondering that myself...
I think he's on the bench, because he is hitting .231 and only hits well against the Reds...wait a minute...
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Announced pinch hitter,
but didn't bat. Or am I getting Some Dude and Some Guy backward?
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions  

I know it's cliche but...
..I'm seeing my life flash before my eyes.

Oh wait. That's not me. Weird.

This shit is weird, gang.

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 10:38 PM EDT reply actions  

ummm... wow...
Currently Under Construction.

by crolfer on May 29, 2007 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions  

Who says all female golfers are lesbians?
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ah, yes.
Officially titled:
Walk softly and kiss a big, uh, trophy.
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

A Big Night for EdE.......
No errors......
EdE belongs in AA ball to learn how to play defense. Period.

by Sloppygolf on May 29, 2007 10:41 PM EDT reply actions  

baby steps
and we don't have a better option at 3rd

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 10:43 PM EDT up reply actions  

Sure we do
HERR!!!!!
EdE belongs in AA ball to learn how to play defense. Period.

by Sloppygolf on May 29, 2007 10:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

herr
is where he belongs

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 10:51 PM EDT up reply actions  

damnit!
Phillips has been so good this year.  C'mon Stormy, give him a chance to make up for it.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:44 PM EDT reply actions  

I guess that was supposed to be
Edwin's error.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions  

In My Time of Dying
Oh, saint peter, at the gates of heaven... wont you let me in
I never did no harm. I never did no wrong

Oh, gabriel, let me blow your horn. let me blow your horn
Oh, I never did, did no harm


2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

AAAAHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!
Castro and Wise in?  Dunn and Encarnacion out?  Narron is really trying to lose now.  I hope it blows up in his sorry face.

by Brian B on May 29, 2007 10:45 PM EDT reply actions  

Did that really happen?
Because it's moves like that that will ruin my good mood!
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

And kill off
a lot of honest, hard working reporters
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 10:48 PM EDT up reply actions  

traitor...
Currently Under Construction.

by crolfer on May 29, 2007 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

the Bobkitten shrieks
"He's too old and fat"!

Sorry, stormy.

by obc on May 29, 2007 10:47 PM EDT reply actions  

Deliver me
And I see them in the streets
And I see them in the field
And I hear them shouting under my feet
And I know its got to be real
Oh, lord, deliver me
All the wrong Ive done
You can deliver me, lord
I only wanted to have some fun.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Cool God?
Is that you?

by Alan @ Red Reporter on May 29, 2007 10:49 PM EDT reply actions  

I knew
you'd come through with something offensive!
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

Okay
If you insist.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:53 PM EDT up reply actions  

92% chance...
That Berkman hits this one up on the train...
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:50 PM EDT reply actions  

walk off 3 run HR here?
"Well Marty, he strikes out on the same pitches but a little differently now."-Bob Boone when asked why Dunn was hitting lead-off

by Zach K on May 29, 2007 10:51 PM EDT reply actions  

Or walk off double play
You make the call!

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:52 PM EDT up reply actions  

Like I said
I'm not usually wrong.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

as I am fond of saying
I'm not always right, but I am never wrong

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 10:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Well...
I ain't often right, but I've never been wrong

Seldom turns out the way it does in this song.

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 11:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

jeez
and here comes Lee

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 10:52 PM EDT reply actions  

Time for a good ol' ...
Son of bitch, shit.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:52 PM EDT reply actions  

OH MY GOD...
Give Sea Bass a raise!!!
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:53 PM EDT reply actions  

I knew it!
The Reds win!

Magnificent play by Gonzales!

I never gave up hope!

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 10:53 PM EDT reply actions  

yeehaw!
giddyup!

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:53 PM EDT reply actions  

WOW
I heart Gonzalez. And I've been here, just playing catch-up.

by jch24 on May 29, 2007 10:53 PM EDT reply actions  

Royce would have looked to his left
and watched that ball roll on by...
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:54 PM EDT up reply actions  

I'll be damned
sorry Asstros.

wait, I'm not sorry

Where have you gone, Johnny Vander Meer?

by Joe Public on May 29, 2007 10:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Can't get this
page to load for shit! I'm gonna miss the suicide, dammit!
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 10:54 PM EDT reply actions  

No way.
Two in a row?
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 10:54 PM EDT reply actions  

wow
that kind of shit never happens to us

Alan it was a sign man... don't do it!!

two in a row you can not screw with the streak

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 10:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Agreed....
Alan, you have to liiiiiiiive. LIIIIIIIIVE, DAMMIT! ...And think lucky while you're at it.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:55 PM EDT up reply actions  

That was close
But they pulled it out.

Maybe the key is to glue Stanton's butt to the bench.


All Things Bubba: Because how can you not love a baseball player named "Bubba"?

by BubbaFan on May 29, 2007 10:55 PM EDT reply actions  

That would take...
A lot of glue.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 10:56 PM EDT up reply actions  

Ground ball up the middle w/ bases loaded
Gonzalez falls on it, touches the bag with his glove and then lunges to make the throw to first to beat Carlos Lee.

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Got me that time.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:58 PM EDT up reply actions  

Gonzalez stops the ball, gloves it
slips, reaches over and tags the base with the glove and throws to first from his knees.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 10:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Alan
goes down the street, not across the road.

A web gem fore shore.

Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 10:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

Think Lucky, bitches!

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 10:56 PM EDT reply actions  

I like the sound of two in a row with....
Aaron Harang v Wandy Rodriguez.

Go Redlegs!

Change fe Change, black daag fe monkey...

by sm00th kw on May 29, 2007 10:57 PM EDT reply actions  

Aaron Harang v Wandy Rodriguez coming up tomorrow
that should say...
Change fe Change, black daag fe monkey...

by sm00th kw on May 29, 2007 10:57 PM EDT up reply actions  

Hey Caleb
You should go over to Crawfish Boxes and ask them for a virgin.  There are probably plenty of them wanting to commit suicide now.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 10:57 PM EDT reply actions  

Texas virgin:
an 8-year-old who can outrun her father.
Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 11:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

Again..
You made me laugh!
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 11:02 PM EDT up reply actions  

So, what's Alan's status?
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 11:03 PM EDT reply actions  

In the immortal words of Monty Python...
"Not dead yet."  


All Things Bubba: Because how can you not love a baseball player named "Bubba"?

by BubbaFan on May 29, 2007 11:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Only
mostly dead?
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 11:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

This was fun tonight
Alan, I hope you'll reconsider - if it's not too late.  At the very least, your potential death brought the whole family together for one hell of a party/stare at the train wreck sibling as he goes off the deep end.

I'm out.


2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 29, 2007 11:03 PM EDT reply actions  

Alan;
Our own Casey Jones.

:.(

Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 11:06 PM EDT up reply actions  

Are you crying?
There's no crying in baseball!!!

Or are you posting a frowning Cindy Crawford?

"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 11:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

Cindy, ha!
No, that's this:
:>.(
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 11:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

Why?
Coutlangus zips the Stros in the 8th. Why not let him pitch the 9th.? Brings in Weathers who recently gave up 8 runs in the 10th. inning. Narron doesn't have a clue!

by TR on May 29, 2007 11:06 PM EDT reply actions  

Man, George hearts Hopper.
"perfect throw to Phillips" - I could have thrown it that far without a bounce. Geez.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 11:10 PM EDT reply actions  

Seems like everyone hearts Hopper
Both Trent and John Fay said they would rather have NoHo than Deno.


All Things Bubba: Because how can you not love a baseball player named "Bubba"?

by BubbaFan on May 29, 2007 11:12 PM EDT up reply actions  

Brantley loves him too
thinks he's the perfect centerfielder. Or something.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 11:14 PM EDT up reply actions  

Wow
I'd heard he didn't quite have the range for CF.  


All Things Bubba: Because how can you not love a baseball player named "Bubba"?

by BubbaFan on May 29, 2007 11:16 PM EDT up reply actions  

sausages just won
we'll have to wait another day to gain a game.  but the comeback began yesterday!

by Daedalus on May 29, 2007 11:11 PM EDT reply actions  

Good Night
Chiefs and tribesman of Red Reporter. Peace be among you.

I bring the body of the Great Chief, who has gone to rejoin DLRoger234 and the spirits of his glorious ancestors. It is right for us to remember Alan. He was a great poster and the peoples of the world vied with each other to do him homage. In his own island, among the peoples of Crawfish Boxes and Bleed Cubbie Blue, across the great waters to the mainland, far beyond in the cold lands of the North, Alan's name was a name of terror. Gunner40 rose against him and is no more. Gunner41 also. They are gone before him to prepare suitable lodging among the fields of his ancestors. Thousands fell by his right hand. The words of his mouth were like thunder in the hills. Weep, women of Red Reporter, for your royal lover is torn from your arms. His virility was inexhaustible, his progeny numerous beyond human computation. His staff was a grown palm tree. Weep, warriors of Red Reporter. When he led you to battle there was no retreating. In council the most guileful, in justice the most terrible, Alan the magnificent is dead.

Fuit quod es, eris quod sum

by Man Mountain on May 29, 2007 11:11 PM EDT reply actions  

well said
Lo, there do I see my father
Lo, there do I see my mother and my sisters and my brothers
Lo, there do I see the line of my people back to the beginning
Lo, they do call to me
They bid me take my place among them in the Halls of Valhalla
Where the brave may live.
Forever.

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 11:15 PM EDT up reply actions  

In memoriam

Good-bye, and thanks for all the cat pictures.


All Things Bubba: Because how can you not love a baseball player named "Bubba"?

by BubbaFan on May 30, 2007 12:28 AM EDT up reply actions  

Well,
I need some help, since some are still here and in a festive/mourning mood. Just got home from work, long day. Only things in the house to eat: 1 can cut green beans, 1 can Skyline Chili, 1 can off-brand cream of mushroom soup, 2 bottles Hershey's syrup, case of beer. Can I make anything with this?
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 11:14 PM EDT reply actions  

Ash drew the gameplan
how long and at what temp would you recommend?
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 11:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Good lookin out
I had just punched up 350 as a guess. Damn I'm a good cook!
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 11:31 PM EDT up reply actions  

Probably should...
Make the instant potatoes first in a saucepan, then put them on top of the green beans/soup mixture before you bake.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 11:30 PM EDT up reply actions  

This sounds absolutely disgusting!
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 11:32 PM EDT up reply actions  

Will do.
I mean, will try. I'll have to take a picture of this mess for amusement purposes.
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 11:33 PM EDT up reply actions  

You can call it...
sukr's Cincinnati Shepherd's Pie.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 11:34 PM EDT up reply actions  

You got any crackers?
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 11:17 PM EDT up reply actions  

No crackers, but
I can throw a half box of instant potatoes in the mix.

D's baked idea is sounding good...

Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 11:19 PM EDT up reply actions  

Sounds like...
You should have picked up some food on the way home.
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 11:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

And you can start on the beer
while the stuff is in the oven. You're set.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 29, 2007 11:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

i don't know about instant potatoes
but i put skyline on a baked potato last year and it turned out to be pretty tasty.  

by Daedalus on May 29, 2007 11:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

That's 'cause they're racist!!!!!!!!
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 11:21 PM EDT up reply actions  

Let me know...
If you need to know what to do with the beer.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 11:18 PM EDT up reply actions  

Beer Sandwich?
No bread. Damn!
Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 29, 2007 11:20 PM EDT up reply actions  

I can see it now
the first annual RedReporter cook book!

by Caleb on May 29, 2007 11:22 PM EDT up reply actions  

Alright.
It's in the oven. Yes, it took me all this time to make the potatoes. I must say, I hope it looks better when it comes out.

Mid-way through the process, I panicked. I wasn't sure whether I should have drained the water off the beans or not. I had a Krivsky moment and almost traded the whole works for a package of Ramen Noodles I found, outdated by several years obviously. But I held the line, said "fuck it, it's almost midnight and you've asked your internet friends tell you how to cook over the internet. can it end up that bad?"

So I sit and wait.....and I drink.

Save Alan!!

by sukr on May 30, 2007 12:04 AM EDT up reply actions  

How did this turn out?
Obviously, you did not die, so the worst thing that could have happened was that it tasted bad.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 30, 2007 1:59 PM EDT up reply actions  

Honestly?
The thing took an hour and 10 to cook, enabling me to drink 5 beers on an empty stomach, so it could have tasted like dog food by the time it was done. As it is, I remember thinking it looked for more scrumptious when it came out, and it was very, very tasty with a Mich Lite. Had to use a can of out-dated off-brand cream of celery instead, it ended up not being mushroom when I got it down out of the cupboard. Good call on the potatoes, btw.

I took pictures.....drunk. I'll have to see if they were any good. But thanks again to the RR crew for helpin' a brother out!

Wait three days. Alan will become the resurrection.

by sukr on May 30, 2007 2:29 PM EDT up reply actions  

Love to see the pictures...
You had two things going for you:
  1.  Things that taste bad usually taste better if you're drunk.
  2.  Things that have Skyline Chili on top of them generally taste better than things that don't.
"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 30, 2007 6:08 PM EDT up reply actions  

People on my shit list after this game:
Norris Hopper. You managed to get three hits and still be totally awful. Ever heard of weights? By my estimation, you could stand to lift a few. Then maybe you'll be able to hit and/or throw a ball more than 100 feet in the air. Still can't do much to fix your horrible decision making skills and inability to run particularly fast, but oh well.

Brandon Phillips. STOP SWINGING AT BALLS AND STOP MAKING ERRORS IN THE NINTH INNING, OKAY?

Chad Moeller. Are you aware of the concept of a "breaking ball"? I'm pretty sure all anyone has to do is possess a pitch besides a fastball and they can get you to strike out.

David Weathers. You're lucky. Walking two guys to load the bases bringing up the clean-up hitter is inexcusable, whether the team got out of it or not. Go back to your Doritos 3D and get away from my closing situations.

Jerry Narron: You were going good for a while there. Yeah, you let Norris Hopper lead off, but that was so expected that I won't even hold it against you too much. I even liked bringing in Coutlangus for Belisle in the 8th. Then the 9th inning came and you decided to take out 2 of the team's 3 best hitters in a one-run game and also didn't leave Coutlangus in to face at least the first batter of the inning. Good try, but you still suck.

Everybody else: Good job! I don't hate you (today)!

by Geki on May 29, 2007 11:24 PM EDT reply actions  

Alan...
I was driving down the highway when all the traffic slowed to a crawl
There was a 12-car pile-up, everybody dead
And I saw brains and guts and vital organs splattered everywhere
As well as my friend Alan's disembodied head
And I thought - Poor Al, I just blogged with him
Hey, wait a minute, he still owes me money . what a jerk
Well, there's five bucks that I'm never gonna see again
Plus now, on top of everything else, it looks like I'm gonna be late to work

Oh, WHY DOES this always happen...
WHY DOES this always happen to me?
WHY DOES this always happen...
WHY DOES this always happen to me?

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 29, 2007 11:40 PM EDT reply actions  

Ah!
That's why Crolfer is so cool!  

Al is awesome, and that's a great song on a great CD.

You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 30, 2007 6:50 PM EDT up reply actions  

Alan...
Signing off for tonight.

All we are is dust in the wind, dude.

"That which is repeated will happen a third time."

by Paul Householder on May 29, 2007 11:45 PM EDT reply actions  

Wow
Looks like I missed some good fun around here. Is everyone still alive?
Today is the first day of the rest of the season.

by satyanaas on May 29, 2007 11:54 PM EDT reply actions  

Yeah, everyone's fine...
I swear they're just sleeping. This has nothing to do with the kool-aid I passed around earlier.
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 30, 2007 12:16 AM EDT up reply actions  

el Duderino?
sukr, did you lose a bet? ha!
"Think lucky!" - Jerry Narron's philosophy on baseball

by Ash on May 30, 2007 12:35 AM EDT up reply actions  

The African Funerial Figure
that I've been carving for the last three days is finished. Within indegenous African communities a likeness of the recently departed is carved and left by the bed (in this case my computer) of the eldest member of the community (in this case me). When the eldest (me) sleeps it is hoped that the spirit of the departed will use the Funerial Figure to enter the dream world of the elder (me) and make contact and give instruction to the community.
So Al, may I call you Al...if you've gone into that great cyberspace beyond, I will await your message, if you think me worthy.
Farewell coach Narron and Bucky too!

by Madville on May 30, 2007 12:42 AM EDT reply actions  

did that dude die?
holy shit, this is some trippy shit bro. it's like this one time me and my buddy bones went for a roadie, and he like killed this squirrel and shit, and then we went back to like poke the squirrel and his like organs and shit were oozing out of his body like autumn slime and shit and i thought of my dog, he's this big fucking german shephard and shit but i kept thinking about how is that was his guys on the road i would have been like totally having a bad day and shit but it was just some squirrel so i was pretty much chill.
seems like yesterday we used to rock the show. i laced the track and you locked the flow. a

by That stoner in college who wondered if every atom on May 30, 2007 1:23 AM EDT reply actions  

I'm not sure that is possible, we'll consult
the charter.
Wait three days. Alan will become the resurrection.

by sukr on May 30, 2007 1:05 PM EDT up reply actions  

Jackass
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 30, 2007 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

can the reincarnation of alan
kill himself every game, so they Reds will continue to win?

by justin0070000 on May 30, 2007 11:45 AM EDT reply actions  

I'm not sure that
is possible, we'll consult the charter.
Wait three days. Alan will become the resurrection.

by sukr on May 30, 2007 1:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

Alan's resurrection
Back up in your ass with the resurrection
Is the group harder than an erection
That shows more affection
They wanna ban us on Capitol Hill
Cause its die muthafuckas, die muthafuckas still

2007 Reds Threat Level is Green

by Slyde on May 30, 2007 1:11 PM EDT up reply actions  

Jackass
You have mastered Moon Master, you are the Moon Master!

by chandrathan on May 30, 2007 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions  

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