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Shamus Thacker
August 27th, 2009
9:03 pm
braves4ever:: GA must be reading the Blog, got some bees in that slow butt….”"
Wish he’d get summa them bees McFann was speaking of in that “slow butt.” We’d be calling him Jesse Owensloaf..
Soph
August 27th, 2009
9:03 pm
Aha, JJ running game on me, huh?
braves4ever
August 27th, 2009
9:03 pm
CaliChopper, I have tried your inside out burger recipe and its a bomb, everyone loves em. thanks
Chong
August 27th, 2009
9:04 pm
TnBrian
August 27th, 2009
9:00 pm
Maybe Crawford is a good idea for the Braves to look into this winter. Everybody knows he’s a great leadoff hitter and a very good OF. Crawford/McLouth/Heyward is a very good OF. Resign LaRoche and hope he can have more 1st half power this time. Still love Vazquez back
I hereby nominate you as Frank Wren’s top assistant. Great outfield you have there my friend.
bravesgrl4life
August 27th, 2009
9:05 pm
Come on Javy, keep the shutout going.
Soph
August 27th, 2009
9:05 pm
Did we stop talking about eggs?
Rodney Derrick
August 27th, 2009
9:06 pm
Liberty Media owns the Braves, not Liberty Mutual which is an insurance company and has insured my driving for all 46 years that I have been licensed to drive. Please no more blaming the insurance company, Liberty Media is a media company and has specialized in lots of these tax break deals requiring five years of ownership.
Jurrjens4NLCY {Knoble.MLBlogs.com}
August 27th, 2009
9:06 pm
<i<Aha, JJ running game on me, huh?
Suuuuuuuuuuuuurrre.
Heath
August 27th, 2009
9:06 pm
Soph -
I never was..and even I did, I’ve definitely moved on. We can thank Kate (Katie) for that.
bravesgrl4life
August 27th, 2009
9:06 pm
Nice
Efrim
August 27th, 2009
9:06 pm
was wondering same thing, specialy Medlen, have to think he’s close to untouchable
Unless the Braves plan on making him a starter for next season, then I’d probably keep him out of the untouchable list, imo.
braves4ever
August 27th, 2009
9:07 pm
Shamus, if he hustled like that in the outfield and on the bases this year(withf them bees) we would have 6 more wins at least.
JBoog1285
August 27th, 2009
9:08 pm
Braves for 2010 – Pretty good, but you forgot on HUGE one. Mr. Hyphen himself – Ri’ann Spanjer-Furstenberg
Steve from OH
August 27th, 2009
9:09 pm
Crawford would be a nice pickup, and for 10MM next year he’d probably be a bargain. But I shrudder to think how much we’d have to give to get one year of him, and I don’t think he addresses what this team really needs–a big power threat.
Steve from OH
August 27th, 2009
9:10 pm
However, the thing about Crawford is that a lot of his value is defense, and we’ve already got a great defensive OF in Schafer in-house already.
Jurrjens4NLCY {Knoble.MLBlogs.com}
August 27th, 2009
9:10 pm
Crawford – No, Pena – Yes.
Soph
August 27th, 2009
9:11 pm
Suuuuuuuuuuuuurrre.
Your distractions won’t deter my negotiation skills. Be afraid JJ, be very afraid.
Efrim
August 27th, 2009
9:11 pm
Steve from OH, can we get your boy Nolan Reimold? RH, young corner bat would be nice.
Wayne in Utah
August 27th, 2009
9:11 pm
I have heard Tampa Bay is looking to drop some salary next year, so Crawford might be a possibility. His salary will be 11.5 mil if the escalators kick in.
Shamus
Is that you at the game yelling “Let’s Go Braves”
JBoog1285
August 27th, 2009
9:11 pm
What about an offseason trade for Carlos Quentin? Right Handed Outfield Bat who can hit for power. Sounds like a plan to me.
bravesgrl4life
August 27th, 2009
9:11 pm
Come on, darn it, refresh already
CaliChopper
August 27th, 2009
9:12 pm
braves4ever – you’re welcome, its a hit here too
Bill Mack
August 27th, 2009
9:12 pm
Kelly’s Johnson
You left out the best part. Casey then said “Well, he did not miss third…he is standing on it!!
bravesgrl4life
August 27th, 2009
9:13 pm
Marteeeeeeeeeeeeen!!!!!
Soph
August 27th, 2009
9:13 pm
Marteeeeeen.
Love that guy.
braves4ever
August 27th, 2009
9:13 pm
We won’t need Crawford next year , Schafer-Mclouth-Heyward with Diaz,Church backups and bench hitters to replace (Norton) this team will have Speed, Speed, Speed and a few good hitters.
Heath
August 27th, 2009
9:14 pm
Hopefully Chipper has finally figured it out….maybe just in time for a big series against the Phils.
Paul Lentz
August 27th, 2009
9:14 pm
As soon as Manny Acosta gave up the homer last night, I knew he was going to get sent down.
I’m not sure if Buddy Carlyle is an upgrade. We’ll see.
Random
August 27th, 2009
9:15 pm
Wayne in Utah (August 27th, 2009 12:22 pm): “Random copies and pastes ALL blog entries into another program (I assume Microsoft Word). Then he can search on keywords and bring up anything you want to know.
“Anything you ever said, is recorded for all of eternity.
“So, this is a good reason to not blog when drinking!”
Word is for sissies.
Since ST 2006, all this gets embedded in the cyber bowels of the chess computer Deep Blue.
I have instant telepathic access — as I read each comment, it’s doubly encrypted and inscribed in Deep Blue’s BIOS.
My “password” is the smell of burnt lemon, the memory of a toothache, the cube root of my SSN to five places, and the guitar intro to “Clash City Rockers”.
Jurrjens4NLCY {Knoble.MLBlogs.com}
August 27th, 2009
9:16 pm
Your distractions won’t deter my negotiation skills. Be afraid JJ, be very afraid.
Really?? Is that so? Well I see doing this by the book (”Negotiation For Dummies”) isn’t enough for you!
I do this the ole Noble family way and make my mother and grandmother proud:
**** you! You **** sucking, son of a *****, you’ll never amount to anything you *******! Your a waste of ****ing space!
Check!
Your move…
bravesgrl4life
August 27th, 2009
9:16 pm
Come on with another 3-fer, Mac baby!!!!
JBoog1285
August 27th, 2009
9:16 pm
We could also probably get Xavier Nady pretty cheap after an injury and with this economy. That would be a nice power bat in the middle of the order w/o giving up too much on defense.
Wayne in Utah
August 27th, 2009
9:16 pm
Steve
A guy like Crawford would be a good (expense, yet good) insurance policy for Schafer and Heyward. If one or both of those guys are slow to develop, CC would be a good fill in for 2010.
I would be OK with him. What would it take to get him? Cody Johnson and a minor league pitching prospect? Could we get him that cheap?
Jurrjens
No thanks on Pena. Lets make a go at LaRoche and give him 3-4 years if necessary. No guarantees that Freeman ever makes it to ATL.
Steve from OH
August 27th, 2009
9:16 pm
Buy low on Quentin? Not a bad idea. I’d be careful about what I gave up for him though. I’d love to get Reimold, but I think Frank Wren’s got a better chance of getting a job from Cal Ripken…
CaliChopper
August 27th, 2009
9:16 pm
Lentz – dribble bib, heard it here first
Jurrjens4NLCY {Knoble.MLBlogs.com}
August 27th, 2009
9:17 pm
I’m not sure if Buddy Carlyle is an upgrade. We’ll see.
Buddy was the best pitcher on the Braves last year. Yes, better than JJ.
Steve from OH
August 27th, 2009
9:18 pm
I don’t know if either Heyward or Schafer will open the season with the club, but if they do, carrying Diaz and Church isn’t a bad idea in order to keep them from being overexposed initially.
Duh
August 27th, 2009
9:19 pm
Steve OH:I’d be careful about what I gave up for him though
DUH. You must be a smart kid or this you’re smart.
McFann ;Ô;
August 27th, 2009
9:19 pm
DANGIT! Not a good swing there…
I’m serious, though…the double is out there somewhere…
Wayne in Utah
August 27th, 2009
9:19 pm
JBoog
I was wondering about Nady the other day too. Would be a bit of a risk, but if he comes back OK, might be worth it. He plays some first base too.
CaliChopper
August 27th, 2009
9:20 pm
Soph – Did we stop talking about eggs?
it was all eggsacstantial anyway
bravesgrl4life
August 27th, 2009
9:20 pm
McFann, the double will show up soon.
Steve from OH
August 27th, 2009
9:20 pm
Wayne–Crawford would be a nice pickup, but not my first choice. He doesn’t have what we need most, and we have some of his skills in-house with Schafer, but yes, he would be a perfect fit as a placeholder for the prospects. I think he’d cost a lot more than Cody and a prospect though.
AndyC
August 27th, 2009
9:21 pm
Florida and Colorado lose…profitable night for the Bravos (baring a catastrophic collapse). Gonna have to be a lot more nights like this if we are to keep our dim playoff hopes alive. One thing I do like is how the offense keeps scoring runs after the initial outburst…good sign.
Soph
August 27th, 2009
9:21 pm
JJ -
Wow, you got me. I surrender. But, just tonight – I got yo’ ass tomorrow, just wait.
Wayne in Utah
August 27th, 2009
9:21 pm
What is the history of guys having TWO Tommy Johnson surgeries? (Nady)
JBoog1285
August 27th, 2009
9:22 pm
Steve and Wayne,
Yeah I think Quentin and Nady are only good options on the cheap. Quentin for a couple mid-level prospects and Nady for just a year or 2 and 5-7 million. But I REALLY want a right-handed bat with some pop in this lineup.
Duh
August 27th, 2009
9:22 pm
OH steve your and idiot, it’s 2010 or bust looser
Steve from OH
August 27th, 2009
9:22 pm
The recovery rate is a lot less for a 2nd TJ, Wayne, IIRC. But recovery rates from the first are pretty high…
Paul Lentz
August 27th, 2009
9:23 pm
Kawakami had been pitching well the past several starts until the 6th inning meltdown last night. I seriously doubt that the Braves decided to move up Tim Hudson’s timetable and start him on MOnday based on what transpired last night in the 6th inning.
I have a strong feeling that it isnt a concidence that Monday is August 31st. I feel that Braves management wants to see how he pitches on Monday………before they make a trade of one of their starting pitchers. My gut tells me that Frank Wren has the makings of a trade to a team that needs a starting pitcher.
I’m not saying that Hudson is the one on the block. I’m saying that I see no reason for Hudson to have his start moved up (he doesnt have to be activated by Monday to be eligible for the post season…….because he is already eligible for the post season because he’s on the DL)……other than to either showcase him for a trade……..or feeling more comfortable trading one of the other starters by seeing Hudson have a good start on Monday.
A team like Boston may be desperate for starting pitching. Either way, something is in the works. A lot will depend on how well Hudson’s start goes on Monday.
McFann ;Ô;
August 27th, 2009
9:23 pm
bravesgrl4life–
It sure will! Can’t wait! Been almost 2 weeks…hope there’s at least one guy on base when he hits it!
AndyC
August 27th, 2009
9:24 pm
Is Joe hitting on Adrian Gonzalez? He keeps calling him attractive…
David..(Athens, AL)
August 27th, 2009
9:24 pm
I just have a feeling that Schafer will not be a Brave … too many issues … from suspension, to bad start this year, injuries and more injuries … just don’t have a good feeling about him for the future ..
Jurrjens4NLCY {Knoble.MLBlogs.com}
August 27th, 2009
9:24 pm
Wow, you got me. I surrender. But, just tonight – I got yo’ ass tomorrow, just wait.
No one (quote) debates (unquote) like me ole granny…
you’ll see….
Wayne in Utah
August 27th, 2009
9:24 pm
I know a lot of folks are thinking we need a big power bat, but we are equally in need of a leadoff hitter too.
TnBrian
August 27th, 2009
9:25 pm
Headley just came to the plate and I thought it was Chuck James. Could they be brothers?
Doc Holiday
August 27th, 2009
9:25 pm
So on monday we get Huddy and Nate back………. Gorecki and Logan gone by then………Norton the only one standing that whould be gone………. Come on Frank, give us Conrad and get rid of Norton.
Heath
August 27th, 2009
9:25 pm
HR….Pitt 3-2
Steve from OH
August 27th, 2009
9:25 pm
a lot of folks are thinking we need a big power bat, but we are equally in need of a leadoff hitter too.
Power bat gets priority before leadoff hitter in my book, Wayne.
David..(Athens, AL)
August 27th, 2009
9:25 pm
Paul your 9:23 post is interesting … you may be right … hmm
A FAN
August 27th, 2009
9:26 pm
phils losing 3-2
Jurrjens4NLCY {Knoble.MLBlogs.com}
August 27th, 2009
9:26 pm
Does everyone here understand that Buddy was the best pitcher last year?
Heath
August 27th, 2009
9:26 pm
Garrett Jones for Pitt is having a great season.
Duh
August 27th, 2009
9:26 pm
I fel and hurt mi head so not stght at moment- iam as smart as OH steveo. Anyone want sum oreo cookies? I will shar wit u.
They Have No Shame
August 27th, 2009
9:26 pm
Boog doing a plug for this weekend in Philly calling it a “crucial series.”
These guys announcing the games and doing the pre and post games show have absolutely no shame! They have no concern whatsoever about having ANY credibility with their audience!
This weekend isn’t a crucial series with the Phils. The Braves have no realistic shot at winning the East and not much chance at the wild card either.
These jokers in the broadcast booth would serve themselves well by just skipping all the hype and just report about upcoming broadcasts and who the opponents are without trying to spin it like the Braves will be in the thick of it if they win 2 out of 3 in Philly…..cause they won’t!
Doc Holiday
August 27th, 2009
9:26 pm
Hell of a strong 25 man roster even with Norton around
Jurrjens4NLCY {Knoble.MLBlogs.com}
August 27th, 2009
9:27 pm
pirates take lead!
Kurdt Kobain
August 27th, 2009
9:27 pm
If we could only clone Matt Diaz 8 times, we’d be unstoppable. Our heart and urgency factor would be off the charts.
Wayne in Utah
August 27th, 2009
9:27 pm
Boog and Steve
What makes you guys think Quentin is available? Have the Sox been shopping him?
Soph
August 27th, 2009
9:27 pm
No one (quote) debates (unquote) like me ole granny…
Ole granny? No you din’ttttttt. You butt. Yeah, I said it…what NOW?
Soph
August 27th, 2009
9:28 pm
Roachyyyyyyyyy.
bravesgrl4life
August 27th, 2009
9:28 pm
ADAMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMmm
Vinings JIm
August 27th, 2009
9:28 pm
Yes, Adam!
AndyC
August 27th, 2009
9:28 pm
CRUSHED!
BravesFanChris24
August 27th, 2009
9:28 pm
Adam F’N LaRoche!
Kurdt Kobain
August 27th, 2009
9:28 pm
Yeah, they should promo this weekend series as “Not important, so probably a waste of your time to watch.” That’d bring in the viewers.
I knew we got this LaRoche guy for a reason.
Jurrjens4NLCY {Knoble.MLBlogs.com}
August 27th, 2009
9:28 pm
Andy almost hit a HR and then Adam does, NICE! Lets get Andy too
Steve from OH
August 27th, 2009
9:28 pm
I’ve got no proof that he is available, Wayne! Just idle speculation…
Doc Holiday
August 27th, 2009
9:28 pm
Phillies losing? Who cares? do we care anymore about that? got to be realistic.
jeffrey d
August 27th, 2009
9:28 pm
Ballgame!
McFann ;Ô;
August 27th, 2009
9:29 pm
LaROCHE FOR—-uummm…
bravesgrl4life
August 27th, 2009
9:29 pm
That was a nice trio of smiles there in the dugout
McFann ;Ô;
August 27th, 2009
9:30 pm
Doc H.–
I care…Icare!
I care…
jeffrey d
August 27th, 2009
9:30 pm
Phillies losing? Who cares? do we care anymore about that? got to be realistic.
So why do you show up? To complain? Or to gloat when the Braves do poorly?
Mitchell
August 27th, 2009
9:31 pm
Why couldn’t he have done that on Tuesday? The basterd.
Better have another one of those in the tank for tomorrow.
McFann ;Ô;
August 27th, 2009
9:31 pm
bravesgrl4life–
Who was in the trio? I missed it…
Soph
August 27th, 2009
9:31 pm
That was a nice trio of smiles there in the dugout
That’s the first time I’ve seen Chipper smile in months.
BravesFanChris24
August 27th, 2009
9:31 pm
Try to get Andy from Pirates and resign Adam. Have the LaRoches on Braves ~_~
Kat(i)e
August 27th, 2009
9:31 pm
Why haven’t “Laroche’s Ladies” shown up at the park with the way he’s been hitting since he came back? I miss those fan groups from 2005/6, but not necessarily some of the players
Duh
August 27th, 2009
9:31 pm
Oh steve o: I’ve got no proof that he is available
mi god, you sound like a undercver scout or GM. SHut up PH steve, your not that smart, u mak yurself sound like ur smart, just shuitup alredi moron
KnightInATL
August 27th, 2009
9:31 pm
Warner Robins boys coming back on ESPN. 5-4 now.
BravesFanChris24
August 27th, 2009
9:32 pm
INFANTE!
richbrave
August 27th, 2009
9:32 pm
So NOW you pummel the PADRES? Where the hell was that sense of urgency two games ago….last night? Well, the DODGERS, METS, and NATS did their part today. Here’s hoping ARIZONA comes through tonight. Sure would have been nice to have TWO LESS L’s though.
TnBrian
August 27th, 2009
9:32 pm
Steve from OH, I get what you’re saying about Crawford and the teams need for more power next year, but think of McLouth and if they resign LaRoche. That’s power from game one that we didn’t have this year. Who knows, Heyward could be a Justice and bomb 21 HR’s his first year in MLB. You get a Crawford to steal you 50 plus bases and you’ll definitely see major improvement throughout the lineup. What TB would want in return is another story, but I thought he was a FA, or just an option thing? Nady would work too.
Doc Holiday
August 27th, 2009
9:32 pm
McFann ;Ô;,
little McFann……………that 1
Oh wait…………super jeffrey just joined you…..
Wayne in Utah
August 27th, 2009
9:32 pm
Steve
I would normally agree, but sometimes if you can’t get the power you need, you stay with a group of real good hitters and skip the big power bat. I like a team of 8-10 players that all can hit.
Jurrjens
Agreed on Buddy’s value last year.
Doc
I guess we will need to send somebody down, since Monday is still August, but maybe McLouth is brought back a day later.
bravesgrl4life
August 27th, 2009
9:32 pm
nice at bat for omar
bravesgrl4life
August 27th, 2009
9:33 pm
McFann, it was Chipper, Mac, and LaRoache. Just after Adam returned to the dugout.
CaliChopper
August 27th, 2009
9:33 pm
richbrave – no using the U word…..
Brandon from Warner Robins
August 27th, 2009
9:35 pm
Warner Robins now leads 6-5!!!!