What the hell are we doing?
by Brendanukkah on Feb 5, 2009 3:41 PM EST
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The Reds have just signed Jacque Jones and Daryle Ward to minor league deals. Ward is listed as a first baseman, which is news to me. I guess we needed depth at first base since Valentin is gone. It bears mentioning that both of them are 33, both are crappy, and both are left-handed. I'm really not sure what to make of these deals. They'll be used as bench filler, but I have no idea how they make us better as a team.
As for the minor league deals? Yeah, Corey Patterson was signed to one of those too.
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I don't mind Ward making the team
If everyone was healthy, we were looking at a bench of Keppinger, Hairston (or Dickerson if platoon plan is still in tact), Hanigan, and Gomes. I think adding Ward at GABP as a bench player is a nice move.
Jacque Jones on the other hand, no thanks. I’m pretty sure he doesn’t make the team, but I guess he could provide decent insurance at AAA. We are one Jay Bruce injury away from an outfield of Hairston, Taveras, and Hopper.
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by MixFMKyle on Feb 5, 2009 3:52 PM EST reply actions 1 recs
really
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by chandrathan on Feb 5, 2009 3:56 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I agree
I do not see how he (Ward) helps at all.
90 wins in 09!!
by Caleb on Feb 5, 2009 5:54 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Ward is a legit pinch hitter off the bench
I mean if the LLM was, then Ward can certainly do what he did
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by Man Mountain on Feb 6, 2009 12:11 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Ok, but who does he have to arm wrestle for the G.O.A.T. title?
LLM or LL Cool J?
by Brendanukkah on Feb 6, 2009 9:36 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
No.
I don’t think Ward has a mustache.
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by Paul Householder on Feb 6, 2009 12:30 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I am officially terrified that Dusty Baker is managing this team.
"I like to think more in terms of him his in-scoring position percentage." - Dusty Baker (2009) regarding Corey Patterson's relationship with his daughter
by BK on Feb 5, 2009 4:01 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
took ya long enough
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by chandrathan on Feb 5, 2009 4:03 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Jacque Jones was the last straw.
We all predicted this last year, and now it’s happened. We might as well sign Neifi Perez and get it overwith.
"I like to think more in terms of him his in-scoring position percentage." - Dusty Baker (2009) regarding Corey Patterson's relationship with his daughter
by BK on Feb 5, 2009 4:07 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I hear Mike Remlinger is available as well.
Scotland in January... A brilliant choice
by chesirecat on Feb 5, 2009 8:05 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Welcome
to the Cubs fan’s hell. Sorry you had to experience Bakerism too. There is help and support out there though—fire Dusty and find yourself a sure fire hall of fame manager. I also agree with BK—you should just sign Neifi and be done with it, then your transition to the Baker side will be complete.
Time is an illusion--lunch time doubly so.
by snowyman28 on Feb 6, 2009 2:06 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Oh Cubs fans.
No bees? Then who will sting me and walk on my sandwiches?
by The Crushinator on Feb 7, 2009 12:51 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
i don't get it
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by chandrathan on Feb 7, 2009 5:01 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Welcome
to the Cubs fan’s hell. Sorry you had to experience Bakerism too. There is help and support out there though—fire Dusty and find yourself a sure fire hall of fame manager. I also agree with BK—you should just sign Neifi and be done with it, then your transition to the Baker side will be complete.
Time is an illusion--lunch time doubly so.
by snowyman28 on Feb 6, 2009 2:06 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Oh Cubs fans.
No bees? Then who will sting me and walk on my sandwiches?
by The Crushinator on Feb 7, 2009 12:51 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
i don't get it
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by chandrathan on Feb 7, 2009 5:02 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
So who are the starting outfielders as of right now?
So who are the starting outfielders as of right now?
Are they going to add anyone else?
by DigitalSportsDaily on Feb 5, 2009 4:09 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I think it's still Dickerson-Taveras-Bruce
Hairston and Gomes are still in the mix to platoon with Dickerson. But Chris better go out and have himself a monster spring, because Dusty’s makes moves that seem really intent on screwing him.
by Brendanukkah on Feb 5, 2009 4:14 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Bruce in RF and Taveras in CF seem to be the starters penciled in.
As for LF, they have Chris Dickerson, Norris Hopper and Johnny Gomes (probably) in the running for the starter’s spot.
Dickerson can also play CF.
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by Man Mountain on Feb 5, 2009 4:15 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
thanks for the info, we still need another bat
by DigitalSportsDaily on Feb 5, 2009 4:18 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
yeah, just a little
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by Man Mountain on Feb 5, 2009 4:20 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
we still need another *good* bat
fixed
"I like to think more in terms of him his in-scoring position percentage." - Dusty Baker (2009) regarding Corey Patterson's relationship with his daughter
by BK on Feb 5, 2009 4:27 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Not only CAN Dickerson play CF
He damn well should be too. And I will reiterate the fact every time T-Virus 2-bounces a throw to the infield.
Scotland in January... A brilliant choice
by chesirecat on Feb 5, 2009 8:01 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
With "Two Pitch at Batterson", we thought that Dusty had influenced Krivsky
I didn’t think Jocko would be liable to fall into the same trap.
Dusty must have eyes that Wayne and Walt get lost in. Somehow he continues to be persuasive.
"Yes, and it's so important in this sport that the athletes be able to train in the same location." -Cynthia Potter, NBC Synchronized Diving Analyst
by 3 Fast 3 Furious on Feb 5, 2009 4:11 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I've been waiting for this one
we had to wait awhile, but we finally got a Dusty Backdoor Special
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by Man Mountain on Feb 5, 2009 4:11 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Dusty Backdoor Special...
And some here thought that Corey was dating Dusty’s daughter.
This seems more likely.
We want to build long period of time. I didn’t come here for the shot run.
by Gray on Feb 5, 2009 6:14 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
From Mlbtraderumors.com
“Jones, 34 in April, hit .147/.239/.207 in 134 plate appearances for the Tigers and Marlins last year. Jones played winter ball and had laser eye surgery this winter.”
Oh, everything’s fine then. That .446 OPS was because he needed Laser eye surgery. Don’t worry, you guys!
"Yes, and it's so important in this sport that the athletes be able to train in the same location." -Cynthia Potter, NBC Synchronized Diving Analyst
by 3 Fast 3 Furious on Feb 5, 2009 4:14 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
the roids used to help his eyesight
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by chandrathan on Feb 5, 2009 4:20 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Jones was just tired of his optometrist calling him his "Leetle Piggy"
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by Man Mountain on Feb 5, 2009 4:23 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
that was lower than patterson's correct?
90 wins in 09!!
by Caleb on Feb 5, 2009 5:57 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
here's a list of some of the worst people ever
from last year:
Patterson: .582 OPS, 392 PA
Bako: .626, 328
J Jones: .446, 134
A Jones: .505, 238
so yeah, the Jones’ were worse, but Patterson and Bako play alot more. sad really.
My millions are unconventional!
by Charlie Scrabbles on Feb 5, 2009 6:02 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
From Lance McAlister's blog
Look at those stats he used for this post. Tremendous. Are those the best he could find for Jones?
“Jones, 33, last season appeared in 42 games with Detroit and Florida.
In his career, Jones has played in in 21 playoff games, including both Division Series (2002-04, 2007) and the 2002 American League Championship Series. He has a 20 career leadoff homers and a .287 lifetime average with runners in scoring position.”
"Yes, and it's so important in this sport that the athletes be able to train in the same location." -Cynthia Potter, NBC Synchronized Diving Analyst
by 3 Fast 3 Furious on Feb 5, 2009 4:23 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
He's played in 21 playoff games!!!111
We want to build long period of time. I didn’t come here for the shot run.
by Gray on Feb 5, 2009 6:15 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
i dont think this is anything to get worked up about
Ward is actually pretty good as a pinch hitter (well, better than LLM) and that is pretty much is raison d’etre anymore. he’s nothing more than a 25th man candidate. as for Jones, i’m confident that Walt wont let Dusty walk all over him. i dont mind giving Jones a non-roster invite, i mean, that’s just Dusty looking out for a buddy. isnt it?
im still willing to give Walt the benefit of the doubt.
My millions are unconventional!
by Charlie Scrabbles on Feb 5, 2009 4:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
But getting worked up is so much more fun.
"Yes, and it's so important in this sport that the athletes be able to train in the same location." -Cynthia Potter, NBC Synchronized Diving Analyst
by 3 Fast 3 Furious on Feb 5, 2009 4:29 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
/disagreeing
preferring optimism based on reality – I’m just missing the reality.
There are only two seasons - winter and Baseball. - Bill Veeck
by PeteyHendrix on Feb 5, 2009 4:46 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I'm gonna refer to this post
when Jacque Jones is batting 2nd everyday in the middle of May, we’re in last place, and Dickergomes is tearing up Louisville.
And yes, I’m totally overreacting. But seriously though, shouldn’t Walt grow a pair and not give Dusty crappy players to mismanage? It’s like giving Madville a bag of weed and a 40 and telling him to behave himself.
"I like to think more in terms of him his in-scoring position percentage." - Dusty Baker (2009) regarding Corey Patterson's relationship with his daughter
by BK on Feb 5, 2009 4:38 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
/heading to Madville's place
There are only two seasons - winter and Baseball. - Bill Veeck
by PeteyHendrix on Feb 5, 2009 4:47 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
i totally agree
Dusty-proofing the roster should be Walt’s #2 priority (we all know what #1 is). but baseball is nothing if not a sickening display of cronyism, and i really believe signing Jaque Jones to a minor league deal is really nothing more than giving him a chance to play a bit in Spring Training to audition should someone else need a crappy soft-hitting LF with decent defense. but you are right, if Jones is playing LF and hitting second with Dickerson down in L’ville i will…change my avatar to something very embarrassing until the All-Star break!
and in his defense, Jones had a good year in ’06. maybe he just needs Dusty around to motivate him? /ducks
My millions are unconventional!
by Charlie Scrabbles on Feb 5, 2009 4:48 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
/throws
There are only two seasons - winter and Baseball. - Bill Veeck
by PeteyHendrix on Feb 5, 2009 5:52 PM EST up reply actions 4 recs
MMMM Weed and Beer and an evening with BK
You and me Buddy we could have ourselves a time and I know we could do a better job than Walt and Dusty
I don't care how hungry obc gets..I can always have a beer on his tab.
by Madville on Feb 5, 2009 6:29 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
thats cause your only having weed and beer...
Jockety and his gang must be on crack and scotch to come up with signing these clowns
Nobody listens to Andrew
by nlt-andrew68 on Feb 6, 2009 8:58 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Well stated, Charlie.
What if in the last week Walt had signed to minor league contracts and given spring training invites to: Jorge Velandia, Pablo Ozuna, Jake Woods, Marcus Giles, Paul Hoover, Jason Ellison, Gary Majewski and Yorman Bazardo?
The Philles did that. The world champion Phillies. Granted, minor league fodder has had a way of making it onto the big league roster in Cincinnati in recent years, but these moves are all right. Ward could have some value off the bench. Unless Jones has an amazing spring, he’s not likely to make the club. And if he does, I’ll deny every writing this, no matter what proof you have.
We Are ... Marshall!
by Thundering Turtle on Feb 5, 2009 4:47 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
If it hadn't been for Corey Patterson last year
I’d agree. But…
We’’re in process of trying to a guy with a trade record of working with pitches
by Slyde on Feb 5, 2009 4:50 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
exactly
great point Turtle, but Patterson…ugh, i cant even say it without tearing up a little.
My millions are unconventional!
by Charlie Scrabbles on Feb 5, 2009 4:51 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
better than me
I start retching and puking
90 wins in 09!!
by Caleb on Feb 5, 2009 7:11 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Also
If the Reds had won the World Series last year, I’d give them a little more slack.
We’’re in process of trying to a guy with a trade record of working with pitches
by Slyde on Feb 5, 2009 4:52 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
But with the final puzzle pieces now in place...
I am finally ready to predict a World Series win for the Reds this year!
We want to build long period of time. I didn’t come here for the shot run.
by Gray on Feb 5, 2009 6:16 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, but...
When you have a Raul Ibanez, Shane Victorino and Jayson Werth entrenched and Geoff Jenkins on the bench, not to mention Uncle Charlie as the manager, then you’re just panning for gold with those signings.
With Bruce, Patterveras and “AnybodybutDunn” as our current OF (for the record, that’s not my sentiment on Dunn), every additional has-been and never-was makes me uneasy. What if Dusty’s daughter gets frisky and invites both Daryl and Jacques over?
Whether you like it or not, history is on our side. We will bury you.
by "Red" Moskau on Feb 5, 2009 4:56 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Then we trade them to Houston where there's a train in the OF
"I AM ARABIC FOR SUGAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!" -- by sukr on Jan 12, 2009 4:55 PM EST
by jch24 on Feb 5, 2009 5:44 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
finger cuffs
There are only two seasons - winter and Baseball. - Bill Veeck
by PeteyHendrix on Feb 5, 2009 6:48 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
not counting Bruce
the rest of our outfielders together will not out homer Dunn
90 wins in 09!!
by Caleb on Feb 5, 2009 7:05 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
under
There are only two seasons - winter and Baseball. - Bill Veeck
by PeteyHendrix on Feb 5, 2009 7:08 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
way under
thank God we the Reds play in a much ballyhooed pitcher’s park.
It’s all coming together.
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by Man Mountain on Feb 6, 2009 12:14 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I think it is.
I seem to remember someone saying last year around this time when Corey Patterson was signed that it was nothing to worry about, since he wasn’t going to play very much.
Little did we know, they Reds were doing to Dusty the equivalent of giving a case of Wild Irish Rose to an alcoholic.
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by Paul Householder on Feb 6, 2009 12:35 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Just as the Nats are now the Reds
The Reds are becoming the Cubs. Isn’t this fun?
by Daedalus on Feb 5, 2009 4:33 PM EST reply actions 1 recs
a fine start to the all Gonzalez team
90 wins in 09!!
by Caleb on Feb 5, 2009 7:08 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Makes sense
more Cubs fans show up to GABP than Reds fans.
We’’re in process of trying to a guy with a trade record of working with pitches
by Slyde on Feb 5, 2009 4:48 PM EST up reply actions 2 recs
let's go cubbies!
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by chandrathan on Feb 5, 2009 4:49 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Ward really hasn't been a starter that much
never has hit for power,or average, or stole bases, or what did he do ? Nnot much a career, he’s a good looking guy so maybe Dusty’s doing a little match making…(he never really liked Corey – had to play him to please his daughter!)
Jones had some pop and had a fairly decent career
take out 2008 and for the previous 9 seasons:
.329 OBP
.453 SLG
100 OPS
Averaged about 135 games a year
Averaged 485 PAs a year
Not far off from EdE’s 1st four years.
He’s gonna be 34 and last year he sucked the root. Don’t what we;d do with either of these guys except have them as AAA backup…at least Jones appears to have had a bit of power over the years Averaged 21 dingers from 2000 through 2006. But apparently he’s declined quickly and is now blind.
Dusty must really be in heaven –
VP Presence – T-Virus, Gnomenuts, Cherry, ol’ man Weathers, Jack Jones and Gary War’s kid…
Long season – I hope you guys are prepared to entertain me with your scintillating wit, wisdom and sabremetric humor.
Meanwhile I’ll be heading out to bowling soon – Whew is we gonna get stinking tonite!!!!!
I don't care how hungry obc gets..I can always have a beer on his tab.
by Madville on Feb 5, 2009 4:57 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Jones has hit 6 home runs in 629 plate appearances since Bud Selig commissioned the Mitchell Report in March, 2006
just sayin’.
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by Slyde on Feb 5, 2009 5:06 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
AHA - an aha moment
So you think Jones was on the juice…
Now it all makes sense – the drop off AND of course who else would sign this guy but:
THE REDS TOP NOTCH MANAGEMENT TEAM!
I don't care how hungry obc gets..I can always have a beer on his tab.
by Madville on Feb 5, 2009 5:11 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I don't know if he was
but I thought the whole point of the Mitchell Report was to assume that any player that looked suspicious was on the juice. Is that not right?
We’’re in process of trying to a guy with a trade record of working with pitches
by Slyde on Feb 5, 2009 5:15 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
No
The point of the Mitchell Report was to raid Radmonski’s and McNamee’s bank accounts and re-print the checks of any MLB player that ever paid them. I still can’t believe Jason Grimsley chose the floral pattern.
by ken on Feb 5, 2009 5:22 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
that must be embarrassing for him for that to have gotten out
We’’re in process of trying to a guy with a trade record of working with pitches
by Slyde on Feb 5, 2009 5:23 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Hey, wait a minute.
He hit 27 in 2006. He has hit just six in 569 at bats from 2007 through 2008, meaning if the Reds give him 600 at bats and he gets a lucky hanging curve ball with the wind blowing out, he could hit seven this year. How’s that for sabermetrics, huh?
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by Thundering Turtle on Feb 5, 2009 5:19 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
sorry
I got my dates all screwed up. I’m like jch24.
We’’re in process of trying to a guy with a trade record of working with pitches
by Slyde on Feb 5, 2009 5:22 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
No problem.
It’s been a long time since I got my dates all scre … uh, never mind.
We Are ... Marshall!
by Thundering Turtle on Feb 5, 2009 5:25 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Meanwhile, Colorado traded for Matt Murton.
The Rockies sent to Oakland minor league 2B Corey Wimberly, who was available but not selected, in the Rule 5 Draft. Murton, a right-handed hitter, has 21 home runs the last three seasons and even has a minor league option left.
We Are ... Marshall!
by Thundering Turtle on Feb 5, 2009 5:24 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
here's Sheldon's take on the signings
basic stuff, but there was this little diddy:
“Although there are nearly 100 free agents still seeking teams on the market, Jocketty indicated the Reds would not make any more last-minute additions before camp opened on Feb. 14. "I’m still getting a lot of calls from agents,” Jocketty said. “We exceeded our limit on the number of players we wanted to bring to camp, but you want to have the right people that can help. We’ll see.”
so for those of you who are still simmering over these guys, rest assured that there wont be any more jerks like this coming to camp. so no Neifi Perez! hooray!
My millions are unconventional!
by Charlie Scrabbles on Feb 5, 2009 5:30 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
that is all well and good
but do you really believe Jocketty? I really think we will see one more late spring addition just in case all of Dusty’s boys tank.
90 wins in 09!!
by Caleb on Feb 5, 2009 6:01 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
yeah i believe him
innocent until proven guilty, right?
My millions are unconventional!
by Charlie Scrabbles on Feb 5, 2009 6:04 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
What's Guilt Got to Do With It
What a wonderful year 2009 is going to be.
Especially for someone in my line of work.
as my old pal once said
Always go to other people’s funerals, otherwise they won’t come to yours.
- Yogi Berra
Really nothing is more fun than hanging around a bunch putrid dried up old ballplayers waiting to see who gets the ‘axe’ first.
The pickin' a good at GAPB
by the.undertaker2009 on Feb 5, 2009 6:11 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
wait I stand corrected.
before camp opened on Feb. 14.
I missed the message. And CoPa was signed after camp opened.
90 wins in 09!!
by Caleb on Feb 5, 2009 7:04 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Yes Edmonds is still available.
And if the Reds are dead set against Dickerson, like I think they are, I’d be behind them getting Edmonds. He can’t hit lefties anymore but he and Gomes would make for a productive platoon in left field.
You went full retard. No one ever comes back from that. - Sgt. Osiris
by cesarhernandez on Feb 6, 2009 1:20 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I want Crolfer's take
This is what he said when the Reds signed Patterson
… Crap…
Corey Patterson is one of the biggest busts I’ve seen… and Hairston? Oh jeez…
[Insert Witty Phrase Here]
by crolfer on Mar 3, 2008 7:45 PM EST actions actions 0 recs
He is our prophet. We should have listened last spring! What say you oh wise young man?
90 wins in 09!!
by Caleb on Feb 5, 2009 7:01 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
I'd rather have Luis Gonzalez than Ward
90 wins in 09!!
by Caleb on Feb 5, 2009 7:08 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
would you if Gonzalez wanted an Major league contract?
and to answer your question in the other thread, Ward’s career numbers as a PH (398 PA): .234/.329/.386
Last year NL pinch hitters hit .229/.317/.345, so he’s been a little better than average over his career. Last year he sucked though: .145/.294/.291. Unfortunately, I think he’ll make the team based on PH reputation rather than PH success. Should we just go ahead and start calling him AALM?
We’’re in process of trying to a guy with a trade record of working with pitches
by Slyde on Feb 5, 2009 7:36 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
i think the reputation may be unfounded
while LLM was a noted Lothario and philanderer, we know nothing right now of Ward’s coital exploits. that is what Spring Training is for. let him prove his mettle before we hand him anything.
My millions are unconventional!
by Charlie Scrabbles on Feb 5, 2009 7:40 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
CLM
Chocolate Love Machine
"I like to think more in terms of him his in-scoring position percentage." - Dusty Baker (2009) regarding Corey Patterson's relationship with his daughter
by BK on Feb 5, 2009 7:56 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I'd consider buying one of those.
We’’re in process of trying to a guy with a trade record of working with pitches
by Slyde on Feb 5, 2009 7:59 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Rec'd
Because “AALM” made me crack up.
Scotland in January... A brilliant choice
by chesirecat on Feb 5, 2009 7:59 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Slyde,
I wanted you to know that the Red Cross is coming to ONU on Wednesday next week and I signed up to give blood.
"Oedipus ruined a great sex life by asking too many questions!"- Dr. Stephen T. Colbert DFA.
by justin007000 on Feb 5, 2009 8:12 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
cool
tell a buddy, bring a friend.
We’’re in process of trying to a guy with a trade record of working with pitches
by Slyde on Feb 5, 2009 8:28 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
You say "blood drive," I say "gun and knife show."
To-may-to, to-mah-to.
by Brendanukkah on Feb 5, 2009 8:31 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
Sure's shootin' I'll probably see you there!
There's action across the street. It's Snowman! Take him!
by Man Mountain on Feb 6, 2009 11:22 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Walt
For several years, the cards and Cubs inexplicably kept signing each others’ castoffs, kind of like how the Dodgers and Giants keep swapping each others’ rosters. Now Walt can’t stop himself. I don’t think this garbage is Dusty’s doing. Walt would be signing ex-cubs no matter what team he was running. Some people are giving him way too much credit. I’m looking at you scrabbles.
by Brian B on Feb 5, 2009 9:02 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
hey
he didnt trade Homer for Dye. that is one big fat fantastic plus. he traded Farney for something marginally useful. sure, he’s made a few bad moves (T-Virus capital among them) but it’s obvious that his overall plan is to hold down the fort until the prospects arrive. and that is precisely what i would do if i were the GM. you can fault him for the details, but the big picture still looks good. and after all the horseshit of the past 8 years that is a win in my book.
My millions are unconventional!
by Charlie Scrabbles on Feb 5, 2009 10:57 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Nothing really surprises me anymore
Everything about the entire Jocketty era screams Dusty. Trade away best offensive player because he clogs up the bases? Check. Allow the team’s two most valuable young arms to log pointless innings in pointless September games? Check. Make a big splash in free agency by signing the poor man’s Juan Pierre? Check. Refuse to sign impact bat because said impact bat would most likely clog up the bases? Check. Sign two utterly useless players because they’re the manager’s buddies? Check.
Seriously, has anyone ever seen Dusty and Jocketty in the same room? Because it seems to me like Dusty is making all of the personnel decisions.
by teb7 on Feb 5, 2009 10:34 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
and yet...
if he would just resign Dunn, that trade would look like a pretty good move.
of course, he’d have to brainwash Marty…
by bbjones on Feb 6, 2009 3:02 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Lets all pitch in and buy sMartyPop and Clownboy each their 'WTF Blanket'
What a couple of tools
http://www.gagreport.com/funny_commercials_snuggie-what-the-fuck-blanket.htm
I don't care how hungry obc gets..I can always have a beer on his tab.
by Madville on Feb 6, 2009 4:02 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Whoops there's all kinds of perverted stuff around the WFT blanket video
Didn’t know that was gonna happen – somebody better delete this before I’m banned again.
I don't care how hungry obc gets..I can always have a beer on his tab.
by Madville on Feb 6, 2009 4:06 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Here's a safe-for-crolfer hosting
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h05ZQ7WHw8Y
Also why not try some Powerthirst?
by Red Menace on Feb 6, 2009 4:19 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Damn you
I wanted to be the first to post the Powerthirst video, but never saw an opening.
"I AM ARABIC FOR SUGAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!" -- by sukr on Jan 12, 2009 4:55 PM EST
by jch24 on Feb 6, 2009 9:32 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
when has not seeing an opening ever stopped you from going all in?
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by Man Mountain on Feb 6, 2009 11:03 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
BEAR BLASTING!!!
powerthirst is a classic.
People Don't Kill People. Burning Couches Kill People.
by crolfer on Feb 6, 2009 4:41 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
STOOOOOOOOPPPPPPPP
You guys all laugh, but when you have FSN Ohio and that shit runs 6 times an hour no matter what’s being shown it gets old REAL quick.
FSN Ohio – All GoldStar, all Reds promos, all the time!
"I AM ARABIC FOR SUGAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!" -- by sukr on Jan 12, 2009 4:55 PM EST
by jch24 on Feb 6, 2009 9:33 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Get lost in the taste!
"Yes, and it's so important in this sport that the athletes be able to train in the same location." -Cynthia Potter, NBC Synchronized Diving Analyst
by 3 Fast 3 Furious on Feb 6, 2009 9:34 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
ever heard of a little company called JTM?
Made from 100% recycled awesome,
by chandrathan on Feb 6, 2009 9:44 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
"No runs, no drips, no errors"
Tanzen!
by Verka Serduchka on Feb 6, 2009 10:25 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Masterchip Theatre
i dont care how hungry ive been i can always throw down applesauce
by obc2 on Feb 6, 2009 12:37 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I miss that so bad
"I like to think more in terms of him his in-scoring position percentage." - Dusty Baker (2009) regarding Corey Patterson's relationship with his daughter
by BK on Feb 6, 2009 12:43 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
that was a good one
My millions are unconventional!
by Charlie Scrabbles on Feb 6, 2009 12:59 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Bring back Bubba Crosby
Hey, why not? Let’s go for an all-lefty taxi squad.
All Things Bubba: Because how can you not love a baseball player named Bubba?
by BubbaFan on Feb 6, 2009 3:29 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
I think he has retired
Though a lot of players retire, then change their minds.
I hadn’t realized how long the odds were against a pro baseball player trying to come back from arm surgery.
All Things Bubba: Because how can you not love a baseball player named Bubba?
by BubbaFan on Feb 6, 2009 10:50 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I like this move
Norris Hopper's #1 fan!!!
by Zach K on Feb 6, 2009 7:39 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Holy moley
Welcome back kid, we were wondering what had happened to you.
"I AM ARABIC FOR SUGAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!" -- by sukr on Jan 12, 2009 4:55 PM EST
by jch24 on Feb 6, 2009 9:34 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
we were?
We’’re in process of trying to a guy with a trade record of working with pitches
by Slyde on Feb 6, 2009 9:37 AM EST up reply actions 2 recs
I'll admit
I stilly carry a torch for shortstop.
by Brendanukkah on Feb 6, 2009 9:38 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
i still have Bobby the Butcher's avatar taped to the inside of my locker
My millions are unconventional!
by Charlie Scrabbles on Feb 6, 2009 9:59 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Zach - brother of Justin, another of my long ,lost Sons
What’s up MF
I don't care how hungry obc gets..I can always have a beer on his tab.
by Madville on Feb 6, 2009 7:40 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
From C. Trent's blog
Dusty, in an Obama poster
"Yes, and it's so important in this sport that the athletes be able to train in the same location." -Cynthia Potter, NBC Synchronized Diving Analyst
by 3 Fast 3 Furious on Feb 6, 2009 9:38 AM EST reply actions 1 recs
Not bothered so much
I seem to remember complaints on this very blog concerning the Reds’ lightweight bench last year. Say what you will about Jones and Ward, but they bring pop to the bench. Also, when they do make it into the starting lineup, the team can still hit doubles and home runs. It’s not ideal, though, I know. I’m sure we turned down Abreu for these guys. And I’m sure Dusty was working it all behind the scenes.
by jamesp50014 on Feb 7, 2009 3:29 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
What about Sean Henry? How come I don’t see where the Reds is fitting him in the scheme of things. The players they are getting are not as good as Henry. It does not make any sense. Sean Henry did so well in the Arizona Fall League and does not get invited to Big League Camp? Duh?? Drew Stubbs goes instead?
by francessc on Feb 11, 2009 12:33 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
Well
Stubbs plays gold glove level defense in CF and Henry doesn’t hit well enough to be a corner outfielder. I think Henry will probably be a decent player, though not likely an everyday starter in the bigs, but his numbers just aren’t that impressive enough to play in a corner spot in the outfield. If his power develops, maybe, but he needs a lot more power at this point.
We’’re in process of trying to a guy with a trade record of working with pitches
by Slyde on Feb 11, 2009 9:02 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
I think they're covering a little bit
Stubbs is probably closer to playing the majors at this point, and he’s the former top 10 pick, not Henry.
"I like to think more in terms of him his in-scoring position percentage." - Dusty Baker (2009) regarding Corey Patterson's relationship with his daughter
by BK on Feb 11, 2009 2:29 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
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