Next hurdle: Josh Johnson
(Staff writer Carroll Rogers is filling in for David O’Brien.)
We’re at the point where every game is important, the end-all-be-all. Yes, agreed, we’re there. But let me venture out on a limb and say tonight is especially so, if, for no other reason than because Josh Johnson is pitching.
The Marlins were going to run Rick VandenHurk out there until they figured out Johnson was well enough from the flu to start (he was scratched from Sunday’s start vs. the Mets). So now, the Braves face one of the best pitchers in the league, if you ask Bobby Cox, and if you look at the radar gun.
Johnson has a mid-90s fastball that doesn’t let up. He’ll throw hard in the sixth inning just as sure as the first. He has a nasty slider and changeup, and together the kind of repertoire that had him no-hitting the Braves into the sixth inning the last time they faced him in Florida on Aug. 31.
You remember that game? When Kenshin Kawakami was the one to finally help the Braves break through with his 10-pitch at-bat off Johnson? That ended in a groundout but loosened things up, and Matt Diaz followed with a single, and the Braves three runs in the next inning.
So from here on out, the Braves will face Ricky Nolasco on Wednesday. And I’d have to think nobody the Nationals are going to throw at the Braves this weekend is coming with this kind of “stuff.” So you figure this is the toughest starting pitcher the Braves will face during these last six games.
And they won’t have the Nationals’ bumbling defense to help them along tonight. And I’d doubt they’ll get another 11 walks like they did last night to grease the skids. They’re going to have to hit well to beat this guy and keep this thing rolling.
And if they do beat him, with Tim Hudson on the mound, winning out because that much more of a realistic goal. And the sky high momentum the Braves have going lifts into orbit.
Plus, the Marlins are on the brink of elimination. If the Rockies win tonight or the Marlins lose, they are done. And that leaves potential for letdown in the series finale tomorrow.
Dare we look ahead?
If the Braves go 6-0 and the Rockies go 4-2, they are tied and there’s a one-game playoff Monday. Lose tonight and the Braves need the Rockies to lose three of their next six games to the Brewers and Dodgers to force a playoff. Precarious.
Speaking of one-game playoff, things would fall in the Braves rotation so that Javier Vazquez would be the starter that day on regular rest. As much as you’d like to have him in a Game 1 of a division series, I don’t know that the Braves would have a better choice for the guy they’d watch to pitch if it came down to one game.
By my math, Jair Jurrjens would be on normal rest for Game 2 on Thursday in the division series. That would leave a decision on Game 1. Derek Lowe would be on regular rest and brings a wealth of playoff experience. Or you have the young Tommy Hanson who’s been dominant, has been more consistent than Lowe of late and throws the kind of blistering stuff you’d like to have in the playoffs.
Interesting decisions ahead, if the Braves can keep this interesting.
Chipper is two HRs away
Chipper Jones needs two homers in the last six games to become the first player to open his major league career with 15 20-homer seasons. He’s tied with Eddie Mathews at 14. That’d be doing something, considering the off year Jones has had, and it’d give him something to feel good about in an otherwise off year.
Cox for one thinks this pennant race is pumping new life into the “ol” 37-year-old.
“He’s swinging really well right now and he’s catching everything at third, running the bases well,” Cox said last night. “He’s gotten energized here I think, with the run that we’re on. And it’s lifted him up a little bit to where he normally is at the plate.”
Nolasco might be a good place to start for Jones. Jones has hit four home runs in 23 career at-bats against tomorrow night’s starter (.478 overall).
He’s hit in four straight, including three multi-hit games in Washington. He’s 7-for-17 (.412) with two doubles and a homer in that time.
I think Jones really just wants to contribute whatever he can to the Braves offense at this point. You gotta love his typical honesty, giving himself a hard time about his situation.
“I guess it’s a pretty good time to be rounding into form, 156 games in,” Jones said. “I would be a lot more upset if I weren’t contributing this time of year, especially with the team doing what it’s doing. I’m still not satisfied with where I’m at but I’m getting there. It’s nice to be coming off a couple multi-hit games and hit a homer in a big win for us. I’m just trying to be one-ninth of the equation.”
Moylan is the man
Congrats to Peter Moylan, who just keeps taking the ball and doing his job. Last night was his 85th appearance, which set the new Braves franchise record, passing Chris Reitsma (2004). He also becomes the first Brave to have two 80-game seasons. He did it in 2007 as well.
If there wasn’t a Chris Carpenter out there, going 16-4 with a 2.30 ERA for the Cardinals coming off Tommy John surgery that cost him most of the last two seasons, then Moylan would be a great candidate for comeback player of the year. Ah, the life of a middle reliever.
Upcoming things at the ballpark:
For the remainder of this homestand, the Braves are holding a drive to raise money for Atlanta flood relief. They started by donating $25,000 from the Braves foundation.
Donations will be collected from 2 ½ hours before the game to the second inning at Monument Grove every game through Sunday. The Braves are asking for monetary donations, gift cards, hygiene items, school supplies, non-perishable foods and baby items.
Tim Hudson will sign autographs Friday from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. at Monument Grove in exchange for book or monetary donations that will go to Clarkdale Elementary in Cobb County, a school affected by the flood.
Fans can bring five new children’s books worth at least $4 apiece or $20 for one autograph or 10 new children’s books or $40 for two autographs.
And tonight the Braves will honor Channel 2 sportscaster Chuck Dowdle, who is retiring after 24 years at the end of the year. He’ll be on the field for a presentation prior to the game at 6:55 p.m.
More from the Ted this afternoon. See you there?
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N8
September 29th, 2009
12:30 pm
first?
I'M A MAN ON A MISSION
September 29th, 2009
12:30 pm
SER EL NUMERO UNO.
abwright
September 29th, 2009
12:30 pm
From the Braves News … Probable Pitchers
Hudson
Vazquez
Hanson
Lowe
Jurrjens
Presumably Hudson will get the last start when his turn comes up again.
I thought that last night’s game was the biggest game of the season. Best Fish can do is tie the Rockies. In reality, they’re done.
I doubt that the Fish have completely switched from “we’re eliminated” mode into “let’s play spoiler” mode. I expect them to be flat tonight and tomorrow. Bullpen got used heavily last night. Could be a factor tonight and tomorrow if the Braves can get to the starters early.
Johnson is coming off the flu. We’ll see how much stamina he has. Hope the Braves make him work early. Get him out of the game and go after the bullpen.
The biggest worries for Braves fans right now has to be the bullpen. Six games to go, all in a row. Braves starters need to go seven strong every night. Soriano, Moylan, Gonzalez, and O’Flaherty are going to have to pitch til their arms fall off. I wish that KK would get some work, as that might make the difference between success and failure over the remainder of this run.
The Braves absolutely have the arms to win the next six in a row. I just hope that Bobby makes use of them all.
Biggest pitching performance in recent weeks … Moylan wriggling off the hook in Washington after giving up the lead off triple to Willie Harris. If that run scores, Braves don’t get to extras.
balla1881
September 29th, 2009
12:31 pm
First?
GO Braves…
I hope they can do it!
Its getting fun to watch. Cant wait for the game tonight
WOOOOOHOOOO
N8
September 29th, 2009
12:31 pm
YES!!! I’ve never done that before. I’m leaving on a “high note”. Later, everybody!
brentATL
September 29th, 2009
12:33 pm
Alright, I have wasted half a day with Braves fever, better take lunch I am worn out.
sidslidkid
September 29th, 2009
12:34 pm
I hope Chipper goes on a tear this week… Oh why not the next 3 or 4 weeks.
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
12:36 pm
Still nervous.
Jeff R
September 29th, 2009
12:39 pm
Anders, from the previous blog. If the Braves make the post season, I believe the brass will have the room to push for a bigger budget. The Braves will project as a playoff contender in 2010 with a few right moves. How much bigger a budget management would request, I don’t know. I don’t think they’d make a play for an enormous increase; perhaps enough to re-up Hudson and LaRoche.
Johnson’s going to be tough tonight, but he’s coming off a flu bug. We’ll see.
Mr. Mouf
September 29th, 2009
12:39 pm
Enter your comments hereI went to cancun for two weeks on my honeymoon. I had all but given up on my bravos. I got back last night and wow what has happened. I dont want to jinx them so im not even gonna watch lol
they seem to win when i dont watch
A-ville Ranger
September 29th, 2009
12:39 pm
The Dodgers being 2.5 games up on both The Phillies and Cards for home field is a big problem for the Braves.
LA plays a series against the lowly Padres before finishing the regular season against The Rockies.If they can clinch before that series or after the first game they’ll likely rest their top players and alter their rotation so they can set it for the post season.
Biff Pocaroba
September 29th, 2009
12:39 pm
feels like 91. for the first time since…91.
granted, there will never be another one like that but what a terrific experience to watch this team rise from the freakin dead (and, yes, I thought they were long gone at least a couple of times) to contend. I wonder just whether they can cut it to one, but if they do I think that’s the point at which the Rockies pucker and fold.
Marc in FL
September 29th, 2009
12:40 pm
Mr. Johnson is NOT a problem, a certain somebody on these blogs will be taking out his kneecaps before the game… Then watch Vandenhurk shut us out!
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
12:42 pm
I’m so nervous…my nerves are absolutely shot….This game with Josh Johnson/Tim Hudson isn’t helping.
YOU GOTTA BELIEVE
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
12:42 pm
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
12:36 pm
Still nervous.
Shakin’ like two balloons in a hurricane here too. Good stuff!!
DAP
September 29th, 2009
12:44 pm
abwrightThe biggest worries for Braves fans right now has to be the bullpen. Six games to go, all in a row.
what the braves really need is a blow out or two where they can use medlen and logan for multiple innings.
youve got to think moylan is unavailable tonight, and if they can get around using soriano, they should. but mike had last night off, so weve got one of the big three with a bit of rest….
Bob Roberts
September 29th, 2009
12:45 pm
Why are the Braves only carrying 31 players on the active roster? Couldn’t some of the players on the 40 man roster, like Gregor Blanco or Brandon Jones contribute something right now? At least they could pinch run or play defense in the late innings. Or actually have a chance at getting a pinch hit instead of running No-hit Norton out there. What does it hurt having them on the them, even if they just sit on the bench?
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
12:48 pm
Are these new bloggers or are some of our regulars using alternate names?
Rock On......
September 29th, 2009
12:49 pm
Just score 4….and pray for more–The Rule of 64.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
12:50 pm
I don’t even know what to do with myself….
Rock On......
September 29th, 2009
12:51 pm
Don’t be nervous folks….actually be glad the Braves have given you reason to be nervous. Better than the alternative. KK has Hudson’s back tonight. Pray Cox makes the right pitching moves at the right time.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
12:52 pm
if we beat johnson tonight it’s on…..even if the rockies win.
Anders
September 29th, 2009
12:52 pm
How much bigger a budget management would request, I don’t know. I don’t think they’d make a play for an enormous increase; perhaps enough to re-up Hudson and LaRoche (JeffR)
Adding these two players on top of the Braves existing payroll would constitute quite an increase. 15% or so. No way. Teams will be slashing payroll not increasing imo. The owners will ride this negative economic climate for all it’s worth.
Rock On......
September 29th, 2009
12:54 pm
Everybody take a deep breath on 3…..1….2….3
BravesfaninWis
September 29th, 2009
12:54 pm
Nice article on the Braves 7 game winning streak Carrol Rogers
While its nice to see this team hammering out win after win like they have been doing lately, I really think that by this team losing to teams like the Reds, Pirates, and Padres the way they did put a bad taste in the fans mouths.. Fans like myself may be thinking that if they go to a game, they could jinx the Braves and thus the Braves will lose out on the WC.. In all reality, the Braves have themselves to blame for a low fan attendance if it keeps up the last 6 games of the season..
I am cheering them on from home here in Wisconsin via MLB Extra Innings, so I hope they keep it up and the Rockies fall on their faces for a change.. If the Braves can get into the playoffs, anything can happen.. Come on Bravos, get it done..
brandon from warner robins
September 29th, 2009
12:54 pm
instead of focusing on economics im on my phone reading the blog….. cant wait 4 thr game
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
12:54 pm
Some positive vibes…when we need it…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGzwNdTVHJo
Don’t Stop Believin’!!!!
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
12:55 pm
Brandon–enjoy it now, dude. I’ll be lucky to catch the game tonight. Missed last night’s…
Go Braves!
pryguy
September 29th, 2009
12:57 pm
no matter the outcome, I love being able to feel nervous and excited for a Braves game this late in the year. Like Moylan said last night, it’s reallllly exciting. It’s why they play it, and why we enjoy watching it, to see the improbable come to light!!
Rob from SC (Chipper is a ground ball machine)
September 29th, 2009
12:58 pm
Between my shoulder surgery scheduled for Thursday and the Braves doing everything possible to make the playoffs I am a nervous wreck. I wouldn’t have it any other way.
I am so proud of this team. It would have been easy to throw in the towel after the 5 game losing streak.
I also want to commend Bobby Cox for sticking with Jurrjens to face Hermida and Coghlan in the 7th with runners on 1st and 3rd with only one out.
I refuse to talk about playoff hopes because I don’t want a letdown. However when all eyes are on the Rockies, I am also going to keep an eye on the Phillies. You never know.
Frankie Wren
September 29th, 2009
12:58 pm
Oh man, anybody see the pictures of Barmes catch that might of hit the ground first?????? Conspiracy. Going to be even sweeter when we overtake these yahoos.
The A Bomb
September 29th, 2009
12:59 pm
HEY ATLANTA….
TIVO THE BIGGEST LOSER AND SHOW UP!
Otherwise, y’all (as you say out there) are the BIGGEST LOSERS.
Ray Pugh
September 29th, 2009
1:02 pm
All you no-good, fairweather sorry-@$$ excuse for fans better GET TO THE TED THIS WEEK ! ! !
MiamiBrave
September 29th, 2009
1:03 pm
Hopin tonight ends up like the last time Huddy faced Johnson…just need to keep winning to give us the best chance and not have to worry what the Rox do…
AHHH
BELIEVIN!
ncscoots
September 29th, 2009
1:05 pm
There’s dumb and there’s dummer.
Well…yeah, LOL. Point made and exemplified.
DAP
September 29th, 2009
1:06 pm
andersAdding these two players [hudson and laroche] on top of the Braves existing payroll would constitute quite an increase. 15% or so.
bullcrap. first of all, the premise of jeff r’s post doesnt make sense, because the braves already have hudson under contract, with a salary decrease. he is making $3.5mil less next year. add that back to what laroche is effectively getting paid by the braves and it equals $6.3 mil. if predictions are right and laroche needs 3 years $25mil, thats $8.3 mil per year, and increase of $2mil, which, with a $96.7 mil payroll is about a 2% raise. and, thats not counting all the other contracts coming off the books.
Rock On......
September 29th, 2009
1:06 pm
Frankie Wren…..makes no difference, those things are intangibles and you have to believe those kind of things even out. Umps calls, bang bang plays, bad hops, good hops, etc. Happening late in the season they get scrutinized more but they are no more important than a bad call or whatever in April. Unless they are going to review it like a HR then we just have to let it go. A great catch by Barmes is what it was. The Braves will certainly not miss the playoffs due to that play by any means.
GTSteve
September 29th, 2009
1:07 pm
ok lets all laugh at Steve, who was still sitting on the old blog refreshing the screen wondering where everyone went…..lol
Michael B
September 29th, 2009
1:08 pm
Frankie Wren- I wonder if Bill Hahn was an umpire in that game
Frankie Wren
September 29th, 2009
1:08 pm
Josh Johnson receives a Sicilian message tonite from the Braves. He and the Marlins will sleep with the fishes.
TJ
September 29th, 2009
1:09 pm
NS Steve- Thanks for that YouTube link. I love that song (for a totally different reason, but that’s ok too…) And yes, I agree.. “Don’t Stop Believin’” Would love to be there, but work and distance are not kind enough to allow that, so whoever amongst you is going tonight (or any of the other games) please scream loud enough for me too. I’ll be watching….
Anders
September 29th, 2009
1:13 pm
DAP- All I did was answer Jeff R’s premise. He stated that he thought Braves mgt might re-up Hudson and LaRoche above their salary budget of this year. I assumed he meant they would use LaRoche’s and Hudson’s existing $’s for someone else.
I had LaRoache at about $8 mil and Hudson at $12 mil which I believe is low but whatever. That’s an additional $20 mil. I was being conservative with the 15% or so.
You and I agree I believe. I was just trying to show in numbers to Jeff that he’s pipe dreaming about the Braves adding those kind of $’s to this year payroll budget threshhold. Kabish?
CB
September 29th, 2009
1:16 pm
GTSteve, don’t feel bad, I once read one blog that PL posted on 4 hours after new one.
DAP
September 29th, 2009
1:17 pm
anders…it sounds like jeff r’s idea makes no sense to me, (because hudson is under contract, and there are many contracts coming off) so i wont try.
by the way, i could see the braves being able to up payroll just a little bit, especially if they make postseason play. they are right on the edge of being the dominant team in the NL.
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
1:17 pm
Speaking of Journey, has anyone seen this fake video? Pretty funny.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TyzQl1msfnU&feature=related
CB
September 29th, 2009
1:18 pm
GTSteve, I forgot to add, he was calling someone a Moron.
Pete
September 29th, 2009
1:18 pm
DAP Hudson is not under contract for next year yet (although he eventually may be); its an option year and not guaranteed the Braves will exercise it.
ncscoots
September 29th, 2009
1:20 pm
Kabish?
How does a New Yorker NOT know how to spell “capisce” correctly, LOL? Unless “Kabish” is some kind of Hungarian sausage of which I’m unaware, turned into a cliche by Eastern Europeans? Could be that, I guess.
beekay
September 29th, 2009
1:20 pm
Aville: Remember the Pads won two of three at Colorado or we wouldn’t be sitting here “believing” they are one of the hotter teams in baseball right now. I can see them winning two of 3 against LA forcing them to play the Rocks with their starters for at least the first 2 games
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
1:21 pm
I can’t even focus on my work…
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
1:21 pm
….And I love every minute of it…
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
1:22 pm
Thanks for the new Blog, Ms. Rogers!! Bleck…Josh Johnson…ew…of all the pitchers to be…
Rally and I are getting nervous…
But we like it!!
It’s happening, people.
GTSteve
September 29th, 2009
1:23 pm
ns steve, I can, i added a 2nd moniter this week so i can work on 1 and blog on the other…..lol
CB
September 29th, 2009
1:27 pm
McFann, how could Rally be nervous- that is the meanest looking turtle I have ever seen.
Bat Masterson
September 29th, 2009
1:27 pm
Nova Scotia Steve – Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
12:54 pm
I went to the Super Bowl OF Rock, Orlando, 1983…. Sammy Hagar ….. Brian Adams? Areosmith….Journey…. Great show.
So the next month they did it again and I saw….. Sammy Hagar …….Triumph…..Foghat… and ZZ Top …… Again Great Show…….
GO BRAVES………………..
cabravesfan
September 29th, 2009
1:27 pm
Good Morning People of the Blog
I’m bummed I missed out on all the fun last night- computer caught a nasty virus and refused to work for me…it was recently pointed out that if the boys pull this out they would open the playoffs on my side of the world
Whoo Hoo! (as if I needed any more incentive…)
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
1:28 pm
i added a 2nd moniter this week so i can work on 1 and blog on the other…..lol
That’s pretty sweet. Good thinking…
Well, that’s it for me. Off to library. Hopefully back for gametime!
Go Braves! Get out to the stadium, folks!!
DAP
September 29th, 2009
1:28 pm
Pete: Hudson is not under contract for next year yet
its semantics. he is effectively under the braves control. especially for the purposes of the most recent discussion.
RC
September 29th, 2009
1:29 pm
Interesting discussion on MLBTraderumors.com about the free agent class of closers. Considering how HR prone he has been at times this year, it’s very suprising to me that Soriano ranks 2nd in fewest HR allowed per inning.
Here’s the link: http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2009/09/free-agent-market-closers.html
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
1:29 pm
CB–
Even the toughest of the tough get nervous once in a while!
Anders
September 29th, 2009
1:30 pm
How does a New Yorker NOT know how to spell “capisce” correctly, LOL? (ncscoots)
It’s not like it’s posted on every corner. Guilty as charged. Thanks for being you.
DAP
September 29th, 2009
1:30 pm
RC
i read that MLBTraderumors entry on closers. what surprised me is how good of a year trevor hoffman is having. knew he was having a good year, but he is fantastic this season.
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
1:32 pm
cabravesfan it was recently pointed out that if the boys pull this out they would open the playoffs on my side of the world
Against the Dodgers? Dangit…oh well. Those games start at 8 ET regardless, right?
Hey, but the Braves didn’t do too badly against the Dodgers this year. Er…as a team, they didn’t, anyway…
Hmm.
Joe D. loves Marilyn
September 29th, 2009
1:32 pm
All you have to do is…
BELIEVE…
Luv 2 Hate Me
September 29th, 2009
1:33 pm
I can say Yes I’m a believer. I have the feeling the Braves will pull it off and make the post season because they are the hot team. Teams who play well at the end usually make the post season. Rockies are going downhill starting tonight because they are starting to feel the pressure.
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
1:33 pm
cabravesfan – unlike the last time we played the Dodgers, I suspect we’d have to tag team from opposite sides of the country if that series materializes – if we could bring the same luck we did last time that would be good…
White Blood Cells
September 29th, 2009
1:35 pm
Enter your comments here
Anders
September 29th, 2009
1:35 pm
06:$4M, 07:$6M, 08:$13M, 09:$13M, 10:$12M club option ($1M buyout)
if club exercises 2010 option, Hudson may void & forfeit buyout
That is Hudsons contract. Keep in mind he has an out too. As I’ve said on here before, I wouldn’t mind if he pitches well enough to opt out and signs for longer term with my Mets.
Assuming he pitches well and healthy through the balance of this season I say Hudson ask’s for an extension. If he doesn’t get an offer – he flies. Why risk another season ? It’s just business. Capisce? {:
brian
September 29th, 2009
1:35 pm
huge game for the Braves against the Marlins Ace. They have to be fired up for this one. This is a true test and probably the toughest pitcher they will face until the playoffs.
ijonathan
September 29th, 2009
1:36 pm
Yahoo Sports has a picture up of that game ending “double play” by Colorado vs. Cards, where Pujols was “doubled off.” I use quotation marks because the picture clearly shows the flare wasn’t caught cleanly. This may be old news to y’all, but first I had seen of it. Water under the bridge I know, but still…
K_Chub
September 29th, 2009
1:38 pm
If there is a play-in game and Vazquez starts I don’t think there is any question over who Bobby will start in the playoffs – it’ll be Derek Lowe. Bobby will always go to the veteran with playoff experience no matter what. I’m not sure if that is a good thing or a bad thing. I know Lowe has struggled, but he has a history of rising to the occasion in the post-season.
CB
September 29th, 2009
1:38 pm
VJ,how come you always appear when cab appears- kind of like Superman and Clark Kent.
RemoW
September 29th, 2009
1:42 pm
The catch that might not have been?
http://sports.yahoo.com/mlb/blog/big_league_stew/post/About-that-Clint-Barmes-catch-on-Sunday-Was-?urn=mlb,192799
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
1:42 pm
CB – I had a couple of comments right before the new blog posted, before she had appeared. I will admit, we do apparently know what the other one is doing most of the time
Rob from SC (Chipper is a ground ball machine)
September 29th, 2009
1:45 pm
good game going on with the Tigers and Twins
Rock On......
September 29th, 2009
1:46 pm
Anders…. I don’t see a scenario where the Braves sign him (Hudson)without an extension at lower than 12 mil a year. Say 9-10 mil for 3 years. Perhaps a desperate GM will give him more but if the Braves want him and he wants them then I am sure a contract extension will be in order. Of course, at this point I am not sure the Braves will exercise the option which renders the extension moot.
cabravesfan
September 29th, 2009
1:48 pm
VJ-
Maybe I’ll have to go hang out with Ryan’s mom again
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
1:48 pm
Welcome, McFann. I was wondering where you were today! I’m the same way, nervous but so excited.
NSS – me too, pal, me too
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
1:49 pm
V. Jim if we could bring the same luck we did last time that would be good…
With one–ah-heh–minor change, though.
CB
September 29th, 2009
1:49 pm
VJ- just kidding.
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
1:50 pm
Love the picture of Josh Johnson and all that orange behind him…
rico43
September 29th, 2009
1:51 pm
To those worried about the Dodgers clinching home field and having nothing to play for this weekend — once they clinch (today? hello?), they will rest some starters for a day or two, but they will have the lineup intact and be in playoff tuneup mode by the weekend. I predict regular lineups against the Rockies.
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
1:52 pm
RHR,
Not sure if you saw it, but I made my own BELIEVE promotion for Kelly Johnson last night:
http://img59.imageshack.us/img59/2474/believe.png
Scoots might like it too…
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
1:52 pm
And welcome to you, too, bravesgrl4life! This is so totally intense…I get these random bursts of excited nervousness.
Holy cow, though…really…this is intense…wow…OK…breath in, breath out…
:lol: It’s happening, people!! When does the game start and WHY does Josh have to be pitchiiiing????
Anders
September 29th, 2009
1:53 pm
Rock on- I don’t think the Braves would consider extending Hudson at all. It’s going to be all in his court imo. Will he roll the dice expecting a better over all deal from someone? Would they be willing to give the draft compensation he would cost as well? That’s why I said his final couple of starts are crucial to him.
I don’t think there’s much pitching competition on the market this off season which would benefit Hudson.
Pete
September 29th, 2009
1:53 pm
DAP since Hudson can reject the option for 2010, I would hardly call it a matter of semantics.
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
1:53 pm
Anders,
I admire your ability to dream.
csg
September 29th, 2009
1:54 pm
Barmes didnt make the catch,we should be 1 back
http://sports.yahoo.com/mlb/blog/big_league_stew/post/About-that-Clint-Barmes-catch-on-Sunday-Was-?urn=mlb,192799
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
1:54 pm
Rob from SC (Chipper is a ground ball machine)
September 29th, 2009
1:45 pm
good game going on with the Tigers and Twins
Yep!
Johnny Schuerholz
September 29th, 2009
1:55 pm
Speaking of “I’m a Believer”…which was composed by none other than…Neil Diamond. In 1966…The Monkee’s released it…and it has since been recorded by many others since. In 2001…it came back to popularity…with the movie “Shrek”…performed by Smash Mouth. Eddie Murphy also recored it as well.
While it is not necessarily about Baseball nor the Braves, who cares.
Catchy tune…nontheless.
BELIEVE
Jeff R
September 29th, 2009
1:56 pm
DAP, Anders… correct me if I’m wrong, management has to exercise Hudson’s option to retain him. Right? Exercising Hudson’s option, with Kawakami on the payroll, makes for more dollars for pitching, correct? A portion of Hundson’s salary this year was covered by insurance, if I recall. A full year’s income for Hudson (paid by the team) and Kawakami’s contract increases cost? That’s not to mention retaining or replacing Gonzo and Soriano, right?
LaRoche would definitely boost payroll, if signed for the rumored 3-year $25 million contract.
To clarify my point, post season for the Braves means higher revenues now and next year, provided they take the steps necessary to keep the club in contention. I think that McGuirk and company make a play for a bigger budget, based on a post season. I’m not suggesting that management will write a blank check.
Plus, the Braves making the post season, and being considered contenders next year, ups their value. That would have to be attractive to Liberty Media.
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
1:57 pm
CB – I know you were – definitely not a problem, since clearly the correlation you noted does exist. Of course, I left her alone yesterday afternoon and Bobby’s Cox started hitting on her…
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
1:58 pm
Bobby’s Cox – I loved your Kelly Believe!
cabravesfan
September 29th, 2009
1:59 pm
McFann-
I believe most of the playoff games will start at 5:00 out here…just in time for me to get home from work
beekay
September 29th, 2009
2:01 pm
Anders
The broke Mets have no money to pony up for Hudson, besides that he’s not hispanic so Minaya will have no interest…..
Daslied
September 29th, 2009
2:02 pm
Anders, Atlanta has considered extending Hudson. Follow the Bowman link for direct Wren quotes:
http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2009/09/braves-have-interest-in-tim-hudson-extension.html
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
2:02 pm
cabravesfan – keep in mind that TBS televises all the games, and if the Dodgers and Angels have home games on the same day one will be late (and if the Angels play the Red Sox, guess who gets prime time)
faninva
September 29th, 2009
2:02 pm
well McFann –
gotta tell ya – listening to the braves on XM on the drive home last night when what do i hear between innings? yep, the most interesting man in the world. ah, boy…i laughed so hard i nearly ran off the road!
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
2:03 pm
VJ,
Someone’s got to pinch hit. I think I’m doing a better job than Norton…
Bernie Madoff
September 29th, 2009
2:03 pm
The Mets don’t have the money to give to Hudson because they gave it to me!
DAP
September 29th, 2009
2:04 pm
Pete, i would. and again, for the purposes of the discussion at hand, it works.
cabravesfan
September 29th, 2009
2:05 pm
VJ-
Gee, thanks for raining on my joy
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
2:05 pm
Bobby’s – that’s setting a very low bar – I’m sure you’re doing much better
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
2:06 pm
HE SO TOTALLY DIDN’T MAKE THAT CATCH!! Holy CRUD! That’s no catch…DANGIT!
If the Braves miss the playoffs by one game, Clint Barmes is my new least favorite player in baseball…
And because we don’t live in a world where a game is reversed after Greg Brady blows up a photo to show a football player out of bounds, Sunday’s game will stand for Colorado’s benefit.
cabravesfan–
Well, that would work for me, too. Just as long as they don’t start at 10!
cabravesfan
September 29th, 2009
2:07 pm
McFann-
Girl, it’s the playoffs! Stay up late
Rock On......
September 29th, 2009
2:08 pm
Anders….too many scenarios to uncover just yet. I don’t think the Braves are paying him his 12 million option and then try to sign him to an extension during the year. With KK looking every bit as good as Hudson (if not better)the Braves lose nothing by letting Hudson walk other than 1 million. They can save the difference in KK’s and Hudson’s contract and sign a free agent bat along with the money saved by letting the non-producers/FA’s go i.e. KJ, Church, Anderson, Norton.
The rise of Vazquez has put Hudson’s future with Atlanta in a whole new light. If Hudson wants to stay in Atlanta he will restructure a contract extension at 10 mil or less per year. Of course the Angels and Rockies are expressing a lot of interest in Hudson over the last month so the Braves may get outbid anyway.
DAP
September 29th, 2009
2:08 pm
jeff rExercising Hudson’s option, with Kawakami on the payroll, makes for more dollars for pitching, correct? A portion of Hundson’s salary this year was covered by insurance, if I recall.
no, because the braves are already paying hudson and kawakami this year (both have decreasing salaries next season) and although the braves probably received some money back on an insurance claim for hudson, we dont know how much and it is not factored into the bottom line that we all use.
also, you cant say laroche would boost payroll, because dont know where else payroll will be shed. anderson, norton, soriano, gonzalez are all free agents. church and johnson are non-tender candidates.
and pete, and anders, count me among those who think there is no way hudson turns down $12mil next season if his option is exercised.
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
2:09 pm
VJ… I don’t know, the results weren’t necessarily better if you read the conversations, but they were promising…
Soph
September 29th, 2009
2:09 pm
Rally and I are getting nervous… But we like it!!
I can’t sit still! I keep fidgeting around. It’s exciting!
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
2:09 pm
faninva–
Good night…that guy is so int’resting, he’s everywhere!
unbelievable
September 29th, 2009
2:12 pm
so barmes didnt catch it and a call went the wrong way, still a terrible baserunning mistake.
if we could go back and take all of Norton’s ab’s away from him and give them to Ross we’d probably be 2-3 games better in the standings also
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
2:12 pm
Hudson loves NASCAR to much to go to New York. Didn’t he already mention a hometown discount thing? Plus, the Mets suck, and we’re getting better and better…
RHR
September 29th, 2009
2:12 pm
Hey Rob, how about maybe be a good sport and take the shot at Chipper off your name for this last stretch, eh?
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
2:12 pm
cabravesfan – there are three games on 10/7 and 10/8, 4 on 10/11, so those are the most likely nights that there will be a 7:15 PDT start. Two games the other days (of course, rain could alter that)…
UNCBrave
September 29th, 2009
2:12 pm
Trade Kawakami for some minor leaguers…That would get $$$$ off the books to re-sign HUDSON…
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
2:13 pm
No way Hudson wants to be teammates with Francouer again
Rob from SC
September 29th, 2009
2:14 pm
RHR
I did it just for you, even though he homered last night.
Carroll Rogers
September 29th, 2009
2:16 pm
Love the anticipation on the blog. You guys are making me laugh.
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
2:16 pm
cabravesfan–
You better BELIEVE I will!!
Soph–
Ditto!
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
2:16 pm
Oh my god, I don’t believe the Rockies got away with another controversial play. But I don’t blame the umpires I saw the video I thought he caught it.
cabravesfan
September 29th, 2009
2:17 pm
VJ-
I would have no objections to a 7:15 start (sorry McFann!)
RHR
September 29th, 2009
2:17 pm
That’s the spirit, Rob. Thanks.
RHR
September 29th, 2009
2:18 pm
Hey cab and Jim.
Y’all don’t miss the blog version of the believe signs on the FB group. 
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
2:18 pm
I cannot wait for Friday night!!! I have so much to do here at work and cannot seem to find enough focus to do it. I’ve got to get this done. Can it possibly wait until after October? Probably not, but I sure wish it could.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
2:19 pm
I’m sick to my stomach…God I hope Tim Hudson can do this tonight…
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
2:19 pm
RHR, where’s the link for that?
mexican-brave
September 29th, 2009
2:19 pm
Mexican brave BELIEVES – vamos BRAVOOOOOOS!!!
if we get to the playoffs, i’ll travel to atlanta to watch them…
Anders
September 29th, 2009
2:20 pm
and pete, and anders, count me among those who think there is no way hudson turns down $12mil next season if his option is exercised. (DAP)
Father time is ticking on Hudson. He see’s that the Braves have arms on all sides. If he thinks he can strike now and get 2 or 3 years I say he goes. If he waits another year he could get hurt again or the Braves just might decide they have enough and don’t need him and he hits the market anyway but a year older and with more wear and tear on the wing. Again, how he finishes out this week is crucial.
cabravesfan
September 29th, 2009
2:22 pm
RHR-
Hey
I have no idea what you are refering to 
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
2:23 pm
Hold on to that feeling!
Piedmont Blues
September 29th, 2009
2:23 pm
Anders,
If the Braves are considering picking up Hudson’s option, then they’re also thinking about a contract extension. If the club is convinced he’s fully recovered, there’s no reason to believe he can’t pitch effectively for another three years, given the track record of pitchers after TJ surgery.
If they don’t think he’s recovered, they’ll let him go. (Payroll considerations may force them to let him go anyway, but that’s another discussion.)
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
2:23 pm
I have the BELIEVE poster on the wall in my office…gives me chills every time i look at it
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
2:24 pm
Hey cab and Jim.
Y’all don’t miss the blog version of the believe signs on the FB group
RHR,
I still don’t “believe” you saw my BELIEVE sign! It’s on the 1st page. I know you’ll love it..
RHR
September 29th, 2009
2:24 pm
bravesgrl – http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=53472692450
faninva
September 29th, 2009
2:25 pm
Oh my god, I don’t believe the Rockies got away with another controversial play. But I don’t blame the umpires I saw the video I thought he caught it -Tomas
I agree – I saw the play live as well. I think he caught it – as much as i hate to say it, i think the photos are doctored.
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
2:25 pm
got my BELIEVE banner
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
2:25 pm
Thanks, RHR!
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
2:26 pm
RHR – I caught quite a few on the late night – well done!
beekay
September 29th, 2009
2:30 pm
I have to tivo the Braves game and watch something else, that way I can fast forward when things get stressful so I don’t have to wait for the outcome…that and cutting out all the commercials. I couldn’t stand it when the Marlins got runners on with no outs and I had caught up with the taped version. I had to watch the football game for a half hour and then come back to the tivo
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
2:31 pm
I am sorry I will be missing the anticipation for the next four hours, but there are two young ‘academically gifted’ ladies who need my help in improving their SAT scores
I will be back an inning or two into the game – don’t go too crazy until then…
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
2:31 pm
I think the key tonight is McLouth, especially if Johnson is on his game. Manufacturing runs would be important & McLouth has the speed to steal bases while Prado/CJ drive him in. Looks like Nate has gotten pull happy again, so Bobby or TP need to slap him on the hand if he starts that tonight.
Anybody a little worried about what we’ll get out of Hudson? I am.
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
2:31 pm
RHR, Love the Soriano ones. Man, if anyone can put fear in somebody with a look, it oughta be him. Okay, I gotta get back to work.
Anders
September 29th, 2009
2:32 pm
Hudson loves NASCAR to much to go to New York. Didn’t he already mention a hometown discount thing? Plus, the Mets suck, and we’re getting better and better… (Bobby’s Cox)
Doesn’t seem that long ago most of you couldn’t picture Frenchy soaking up the big city so much that he’s now angling for a big contract to park his tractor there permanently.
At this point of their lives with their wealth most of these guys have more in common with the wallstreet investment bankers in NY than they do with the fellas they went to high school with.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
2:33 pm
what’s the chances the Stros sweep the phils? hahaha
Steve McP
September 29th, 2009
2:33 pm
Carroll, re your 2:16 – just watch the mood change if somebody makes an error or strikes out in a big situation. The blogsphere is very fickle, also Paul Lentz and his posse are not here yet to tell us all interminably how Cox is to blame for our performances ……….. oh wait that can’t be right having won 15 of 17, he was though surely to blame for the umpires missing the Barmes catch.
GTSteve
September 29th, 2009
2:34 pm
Tigers Twins..1 to 1 in the bottom of the ninth..it is nice watching a good pennant race, when you don’t have 40 years invested in one of the teams…lol
cdog
September 29th, 2009
2:34 pm
THE BRAVES WILL WIN BUT THEY SHOULD WATCH THE BREWERS WHO MIGHT THROW GAMES TO THE ROCKIES ON PURPOSE.
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
2:34 pm
cabravesfan–
7:15 PT? Hmm…well, they’d be in the playoffs. I’d rather have 10:15 PM playoff games than no playoff games at all!!
Mr. Enigma
September 29th, 2009
2:35 pm
If the Braves make it in, anyone who watched Bobby enough in the playoffs knows he’s handing the ball to Derek Lowe in Game 1, no matter what Lowe’s done in September. I remember back to 2005 against the Astros. We all know what Brian McCann after being called up that season. So who got the start behind the dish in Game 1? Johnny Estrada, of course. Also, Ryan Langerhans hit about .370 in September that year. So who got the start in left field in Game 1? Brian Jordan, of course.
Bobby is loyal to the veterans. And for the record, the Braves lost Game 1 10-5.
Mike S
September 29th, 2009
2:35 pm
Huddy normally owns the Fish. We just have to hope that continues.
I’m excited to be heading down to the Ted in a couple of hours…
Rob from SC
September 29th, 2009
2:35 pm
Anders
The only reason why Francoeur wants a contract because he knows he sucks and wants security
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
2:35 pm
Gotta say, I’m nervous about tonight’s game with Hudson going against Johnson. Braves’ hitters will need to be smart against Johnson and get their pitches to hit; while Huddy’s been solid in his 5 starts this year, he’ll need to bring his WHIP down a bit (1.418 entering tonight’s game) and keep the Marlins off the bases.
But I know they can do it….BELIEVE!!!
pryguy
September 29th, 2009
2:36 pm
I have a final to take tonight at 6 pm, for a one credit MBA class…My performance will surely be altered through anxiety and rushing to get home to watch the game…unfortunately on GAMETRACKER…if anyone has a live radio feed for tonight, please post if you get a chance. Up in Pennsylvania, don’t have the chance to actually watch the game. Maybe ESPN 360 will have it or another site. Please post if someone gets around to it. CMON HUDDY!!!!!!!!!!!
Soph
September 29th, 2009
2:36 pm
The Lowe believe one is hilarious. Good job.
faninva
September 29th, 2009
2:36 pm
Anybody a little worried about what we’ll get out of Hudson? I am. – TriBrian
…count me in.
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
2:37 pm
Will McCann get a day off some time this week if the Braves are still in it. I wouldn’t think so, but he looks a bit tired and David Ross has been a great fill in. By the way this Braves bulpen can be the best in Baseball no doubt, maybe second to the Dodgers. It’s to bad Raffy and Mike are FA’s, and I would think they’re going to get a big payday.
What will they do next year. They should make Moylan the closer and keep Mike Gonzalez as a setup guy. And they should sign another FA like Latroy Hawkins, Rafael Betancourt, Brandon Lyon, or Takashi Saito. They won’t lose draft picks given they will recover them with either Gonzo or Soriano. And they should trade Kawakami for prospects, a third base prospect perhaps a Mat Gamel could be a logical target.
Anders
September 29th, 2009
2:38 pm
If the Braves are considering picking up Hudson’s option, then they’re also thinking about a contract extension. If the club is convinced he’s fully recovered, there’s no reason to believe he can’t pitch effectively for another three years, given the track record of pitchers after TJ surgery. (Piedmont)
OK, so if the Braves pick up his option then you think they’ll extend at $12 mil/per plus? Based on your post above there’s no reason Hudson should expect a pay cut – right?
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
2:39 pm
My favorite was the MFIKY promotion…
Anders
September 29th, 2009
2:41 pm
The only reason why Francoeur wants a contract because he knows he sucks and wants security (Rob From SC)
So why did Chipper want that extension last off season again? {:
Gustopher
September 29th, 2009
2:41 pm
Great blog CR. You are right this is a key game. It’s huge!
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
2:42 pm
Twinkies WANT this one.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
2:44 pm
faninva -
Yeah, I’m a little worried too. Always thought we rushed him back. Hope he proves me wrong. Need to have KK ready.
Anders
September 29th, 2009
2:45 pm
Tomas – What about Wagner? I think he’d sign a one year deal. Probably reasonable too. He wants to close though – nothing else. He wants to pad his numbers to get try and make the HOF. Give him credit that he at least admits it.
Eddie Haskell
September 29th, 2009
2:48 pm
listen to the game at http://player.cumulusstreaming.com/Audioplay.html?WIFN-FM
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
2:49 pm
Hudson is going to get an extension and a pay cut. Maybe 8-9 per year. Next year it will be 12 million then it should be 8million, and then 7 million. So like a 3 year 27 million extension. I think that would be fair for both the team and Huddy.
Coldwork
September 29th, 2009
2:49 pm
Anders,
I don’t think Frenchy had a choice in where he went. He didn’t sign on with the Mets, he was traded. Just sayin…
Soph
September 29th, 2009
2:50 pm
So why did Chipper want that extension last off season again? {:
Because he wanted to try and retire as a Brave.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
2:52 pm
Yes I’m worried about Hudson too
Mr. Mouf
September 29th, 2009
2:53 pm
Enter your comments here
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
2:54 pm
Go TWINS!!
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
2:55 pm
Granderson comes up big….with a jack to lead off the bottom 10th. 3-2 Twins.
RHR
September 29th, 2009
2:55 pm
I don’t want the Twins to overtake the Tigers.
Here’s the thing on Jeff:
Jeff Francoeur has stated on several occasions that he’s found a new lease on life with the Mets since being acquired in a July trade with the Braves, and wants to stick around.
Now, he’s openly lobbying for a contract. He told Newsday he wants to be a regular. “Francoeur, 25, is so comfortable with the Mets that he wants to sit down with Omar Minaya this offseason to talk about a multiyear contract that would buy out his remaining arbitration and keep him here for an extended period,” notes the article. “If Francoeur can be this happy — and productive — during the worst of times, that might not be a bad idea. ‘I’d love for that to happen,’ Francoeur said. ‘I think there’s a lot to be said when you feel like you can pencil a guy in for 158 games and not have to worry about rightfield.’”
With all due lack-of-respect for Frenchy’s OBP, maybe he’s got a point. Penciling in anybody consistently might be something the Mets should consider.
Lobbying for players and now lobbying for a contract. I’d say he feels pretty comfortable in his new shoes. Heh. Sign him up, Mets.
Redirect
September 29th, 2009
2:56 pm
Does anyone have the link to the NY Mets “Epic Friggin’ Collapse” banner picture? That was hilarious!!! I have been looking for it on previous blogs but can’t find it. Meant to print it out, but wasn’t able to do so when it was first posted.
bravesgirlnc
September 29th, 2009
2:56 pm
Finally in town and planning to head to the game tonight!! Whoo hoo!!
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
2:56 pm
Nova Scotia, you almost sound a little too stressed. Am I right? If so, it ain’t worth it, man. Nothing you, me, & to a point, the Braves can do about their situation. The Braves aren’t slowing down. The question is, how much fight will Milawaukee and LA put up against Colorado? See, out of our control.
Brave4life
September 29th, 2009
2:56 pm
WHERE ARE THE BRAVES FANS IN ATLANTA???????????????????????????go to the ballgame
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
2:57 pm
DET and Min making it interesting
Frank Wren
September 29th, 2009
2:57 pm
Id put it 1000 to 1 Hudson going to the Mets. He isnt a New York kind of guy. Francouer didnt mind because both his parents are yankees. They had only recently moved to the south.
Hudson is a country boy through and through. No way he goes to NY especially not the Mets. Somewhere like Houston or Texas maybe but not NY.
Brave4life
September 29th, 2009
2:57 pm
I would not miss a game if i lived in Atlanta, damn New York
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
2:58 pm
My Scandinavian heritage says Twins….
My Leyland (best mgr. in MLB!) love however, lends to the conflict.
GTSteve
September 29th, 2009
2:58 pm
If Nathan blows this one, he will be available next year
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
2:58 pm
Yep, my post didn’t show up. Took me about 10 minutes to refresh the page, too…
Oh well…computer’s being a butt…might as well go outside for some catch. It’s in the 60’s here, people.
Brave4life
September 29th, 2009
3:00 pm
I am so anxious right now…………..
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
3:00 pm
TWINS WIN!!
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
3:01 pm
4 hours!
Brave4life
September 29th, 2009
3:01 pm
We need braves fans at the TED, plain and simple Chipper literally begged for fans to come out and watch the game
Brave4life
September 29th, 2009
3:02 pm
Hopefully Johnson is not 100 percent
You all are Cox apologists
September 29th, 2009
3:02 pm
WE’LL DEFINITELY LOSE TONIGHT, (I PRAY WE WIN)
Bank on it. Cox will piss his pants tonight and cost us the game. The ONLY REASON the Braves got back in the race is because the pressure was off. NOW that there’s PRESSURE to win, THEY’LL FOLD like LAWN CHAIRS. Bet on it, I’ve seen COX and the BRAVES do this before, ONLY TO LEAVE US HEARTBROKEN.
Brave4life
September 29th, 2009
3:04 pm
You all are Cox apologists
I know wut you mean, but they need our support right now. at least they put a show on for the braves fans. if the braves go 4-2 the braves will have 90 wins. Who would have thought that at the allstar break.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
3:05 pm
You all are Cox apologists –
Optimism reigns supreme!
faninva
September 29th, 2009
3:05 pm
wish i could go to the game, but alas, i’m just a poor fan in virginia. can’t even go see the richmond braves anymore, thanks to Mr. Wilder. still have a lot of great memories though… saw a lot of now atl braves back in the day – even saw “prime time” strike out 4 times in one game…priceless.
Brave4life
September 29th, 2009
3:05 pm
I have a fealin the tonights gonna be a good night
indianabravesfan
September 29th, 2009
3:05 pm
YAACA:
come on, not now.
Brave4life
September 29th, 2009
3:07 pm
i think that TONIGHT is the BIGGEST game of all 6
raleighbravefan
September 29th, 2009
3:07 pm
Anders – Frenchy has never been or never will be Chipper Jones – even an old Chipper. BTW, Chipper has restructured his contract and taken less at least twice in his career to free up team money so Braves could sign someone.
Brave4life
September 29th, 2009
3:08 pm
american league centeral sucks no one will get to 85 wins
Anders
September 29th, 2009
3:09 pm
Because he wanted to try and retire as a Brave (Soph)
About a month ago it seemed he had. {:
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
3:10 pm
Anders, I’d love to have Wagner closing out games, but I just think he’s going to settle for somewhere around the neighborhood of 8 million, same with Jose Valverde. If the Braves have money why not, but I would not think they have the money to keep Laroche, Hudson, and sign Wagner.
What I would do is sign Huddy to an extension to a 3 year deal worth 27 million, Laroche to a 3 years 24 million, Mike Gonzalez to 2 years 8 million, and Latroy Hawkins, or Rafael Betancourt to 2 year deals worth 6-7 million, and trade Kawakami for some prospects, hopefully a 3B prospect like Mat Gamel of the Brewers(who have two good 3B right now and both of them are rookies, and they need starting pitching)
Mr. Mouf
September 29th, 2009
3:10 pm
where we go braves
here we go……………..
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
3:12 pm
Brave4life
i think that TONIGHT is the BIGGEST game of all 6
I agree 100%
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
3:16 pm
TnBrian…
I don’t know what I am right now…excited/nervous/happy/worried….
Anders
September 29th, 2009
3:17 pm
raleighbravefan – Take a breath. It was a joke.
Soph
September 29th, 2009
3:17 pm
Normally, I hate Yahoo Sports articles but since it’s about the Braves -
http://sports.yahoo.com/mlb/blog/big_league_stew/post/Morning-Juice-Bring-the-Braves-some-water-they?urn=mlb,192701
GTSteve
September 29th, 2009
3:18 pm
tonight is must, must win…the others are just must win
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
3:19 pm
Nova Scotia Steve: excited/nervous/happy/worried
How about all of the above?
fastasballs
September 29th, 2009
3:19 pm
I’m so enjoying this, it’s Christmas in September for us Braves fans. Every game the rest of the season is a playoff game, virtually no margin for error exists.
If the Braves can whack Johnson around tonight the heat is on the Rockies. They get to see the game go final long before their’s is over. They are already looking behind them, which is a mistake because something is gaining on them.
SpazzHH
September 29th, 2009
3:20 pm
Someone please correct me if I’m wrong, but I see no way Hudson can refuse if the Braves pick up his option. It is a club option, not a mutual one. They either pay $12 Mil for his services next year or pay $1 Mil and release him. He has no say in the matter.
Club option – Only the club has a say
Player option – Only the player has a say
Mutual Option – They both have to agree
Is this not correct?
GTSteve
September 29th, 2009
3:22 pm
I do like playing earlier than the rockies…put some runs up early and make them sweat
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
3:23 pm
I hope Johnson isn’t feeling too well tonight. You know how that flu stuff can linger. Even the 24-hour kind hangs around for more like 72.
rico43
September 29th, 2009
3:24 pm
redirect: here is the next best thing?
http://deadspin.com/5369393/meet-the-mets-sad-fan?skyline=true&s=x
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
3:24 pm
I was thinking the flu thing may have been BS.
P-Town Brave
September 29th, 2009
3:24 pm
Anyone else feel like myself that we may not know what we’re gonna get out of Huddy, but that he may throw the kitchen sink out there tonight because this is his best opportunity for a new contract with the Braves or someone else if he provides a shut-down type performance?
Also, for those of us @ work that can not access certain sites (ahem MLB) can someone detail how the Twins/Tigers game ended?
Thx in advance!
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
3:26 pm
I hope Josh Johnson is sitting on the toilet right now…with a trash can between his legs…crying because he can’t control it from either end…and in the back of his mind he’s wonderin how in the heck he’s goin to be able to pitch tonight unless they erect a porta potti behind the pitchers mound.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
3:26 pm
3-1 twins in the 10th. one game back noe
sidslidkid
September 29th, 2009
3:27 pm
I think this is the most excited I’ve been since 1995. We’ve got something special happening here!
SpazzHH
September 29th, 2009
3:28 pm
P-Town Brave
Twins scored 2 in the 10th, Tigers scored only 1.
Final – 3-2 Twins
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
3:28 pm
While I fear “Fear” may be right, I’m truly hoping that NSS is
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
3:30 pm
I just read on the Rob Neyer ESPN chat that photos showed that Clint Barmes didn’t actually catch the ball in that game-ending double play on Sunday vs the Cardinals. Can’t believe that I’m just finding out about this now. Here are those photos: http://rockiesphotos.blogspot.com/2009/09/amazing-catch.html
Before, I respected the Rockies for their hard-nosed style of ball, and I wouldn’t say that I “hated” them as I do other teams, like the Mets, Phillies, or Astros (still hanging onto the 2005 NLDS). Now, after seeing that they won the game on what was a non-play, for them to get into the playoffs — especially if they wind up winning it by one game (since we could’ve wound up gaining a game on them on Sunday) — I’ll hate them forever.
GO BRAVES!!! TAKE THOSE ROCKIES DOWN!!!
DAP
September 29th, 2009
3:31 pm
SpazzHH you are correct, except huddy’s option is a mutual one.
Chop It Up All-Stars
September 29th, 2009
3:32 pm
Every game we win I get more and more anxious. Last night I was driving listening to the game and my stomach was in knots. I love meaningful baseball in September!! Go Braves!!
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
3:33 pm
i’m thinking the flu was BS cuz if the fish lose this one they are done for the year. so they’re gonna throw their best guy out there.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
3:33 pm
I’m not even going to look at those pics…Its not worth it.
Paul Lentz
September 29th, 2009
3:33 pm
The Braves need a big time performance from Tim Hudson tonight. Hudson performing like a big game pitcher will only make reinforce that Bobby Cox made the right decision on having him return as a starter (it is well known on here that I was in favor of Hudson returning as a short reliever).
The reason I brought this up is because Kawakami had a knack for coming up big against the ace of the other team. We need Tim Hudson to do the same today.
If the Braves can pull this one out today, then I’ll stand by my declaration that we will wont lose another game in the regular season.
White Blood Cells
September 29th, 2009
3:34 pm
I hope we can bring a banner to the TED that reads,
“WHO CARES, WE WON”
P-Town Brave
September 29th, 2009
3:34 pm
Personally,
I really fully believe that this is Freddi’s way of stickin it to the Braves…JMHO.
P-Town Brave
September 29th, 2009
3:35 pm
Daybed-
Wouldn’t that make it two now?
Ya know, considering Matt Holliday still hasn’t scored on that “supposed” sac fly by Jamie Carroll for them to beat SD in the one-game playoff in 07…
Andy K.
September 29th, 2009
3:36 pm
Can we protest the Rox/Cards Game? The evidence is clear…
bravesinark
September 29th, 2009
3:36 pm
Enter your comme nts herehttp://freebaseballradio.com/Atlanta.html
you can get the braves games for free here
DAP
September 29th, 2009
3:36 pm
nova scotia, your 3:26 is awesome! i hope the same thing.
Paul Lentz
September 29th, 2009
3:38 pm
SpazzHH………sure, Hudson’s 2010 option is a “mutual option”. However, when it comes down to it, the option is on the Braves. If the Braves were to pick up Hudson’s 2010 option……do you really think that Tim Hudson is going to even consider declining the 2010 option? I seriously doubt that Hudson will be able to command anywhere close to $12 mil for 2010 if he was a free agent.
I’m not saying that Hudson isnt a good pitcher. However, he just came off elbow surgery. No team is going to give him a big contract. If Braves pick up Hudson’s 2010 option and Hudson has a good year for the Braves in 2010…….then I can see Hudson scoring big on the free agent market. But not this winter.
So in essence, in all reality, the Braves hold the option because Hudson is not turning down $12 mil for 2010, if given the choice.
Daslied
September 29th, 2009
3:38 pm
SpazzHH – It’s a team option, but Hudson can void it while forfeiting the $1MM buyout.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
3:38 pm
Think i’m going head to the church today…light a couple candels…sacrifice a lamb and have my “Believe” banner blessed by the bishop with holy water.
Prolly gunna stop at Subway for a foot-long on the way back
Joshhh...
September 29th, 2009
3:38 pm
I love how we’re all in the same boat & that boat is NERVOUS!
man this is so intense right now, we can’t slip up @ all!
I hope we can get some early runs so the Rockies have to look up at the scoreboard before their game even starts!
GO BRAVES! BELIEVE!
Anders
September 29th, 2009
3:43 pm
Nova Scotia – Come on man. You’re better than that 3:26. Are you that afraid? Wouldn’t you rather win outright?
Robert (Chipper Is The Best)
September 29th, 2009
3:43 pm
It would be so sweet if the Braves made the playoffs because I think they have the look of a team that could pull off a surprise and win it all but their chances are so slim. I just don’t see the Brewers being able to help them out.
But, if nothing else, we are all getting a glimpse at next year. With this rotation and the addition of another big bat plus Mr. Heyward manning right field I think this team could be the best in the National League and by a good margin in 2010!
Carroll Rogers
September 29th, 2009
3:44 pm
Lineup is same as yesterday:
1. McLouth CF
2. Prado 2B
3. Jones 3B
4. McCann C
5. Anderson LF
6. Escobar SS
7. LaRoche 1B
8. Diaz RF
9. Hudson P
P-Town Brave
September 29th, 2009
3:44 pm
Joshhh-
I agree w/ ya there. Would be great to put up a 4 spot in the first 3 innings and have all the Rockies fans and players sweating it out…
Would be even better if that was combined with an early 3-run bomb by Braun or Fielder
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
3:45 pm
Anders….its a joke man.
Don’t take it too serious.
Daslied
September 29th, 2009
3:45 pm
Weird about Hudson’s option, as listed on Cots. It says “club option”, but as DAP said, it’s essentially a mutual option since he can decline it. I guess they consider it a club option because of the buyout forfeit if Atlanta exercises it and Hudson voids it?
faninva
September 29th, 2009
3:46 pm
Nova Scotia – and a funny joke at that!
RHR
September 29th, 2009
3:47 pm
I was thinking the flu thing may have been BS.
Yep. I agree.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
3:49 pm
Guess I gotta start pulling for that fielder fella…..Ugh!
Oh well, whatever it takes huh?
GTSteve
September 29th, 2009
3:53 pm
I just hope the Brewers sweep so I don’t have to pull for the Dodgers this weekend….lol
GO DAWGS
September 29th, 2009
3:54 pm
Gonna be tough to beat Johnson,one of the dominant starting pitchers in NL.Gotta BELIEVE though.
SpazzHH
September 29th, 2009
3:54 pm
http://www.ajc.com/blogs/content/shared-blogs/ajc/braves/entries/2009/01/15/_its_finally_of.html#comment-232361403
By David O’Brien
January 16, 2009 3:54 PM | Link to this
Almost forgot to mention this: I asked about Hudson’s option today, and found out it’s not a mutual option, but a club option. Yes, they fully intend to exercise it, barring some unexpected turn of events.
That would give the Braves potentially one of the most formidable rotations in baseball, featuring five from this group: Hudson, Lowe, Jurrjens, Vazquez, Kawakami and Hanson.
(OK, I CHEATED and came back to correct this, after somehow forgetting to mention Jurrjens initially. Just an oversight, folks, nothing more.)
Soph
September 29th, 2009
3:55 pm
Guess I gotta start pulling for that fielder fella…..Ugh!
You can do it, Mixxo! It’ll be well worth it.
SpazzHH
September 29th, 2009
3:55 pm
I guess we’ll just have to find out to be sure.
BossLady
September 29th, 2009
3:57 pm
Enjoyed game last night. I am trying to get tickets now. Every section is not available. Hope this means it will be a good crowd.
The players seemed to enjoy us standing and cheering. We cheered
JJ through that tough inning and Moylen and Soriano. I was too tired to move when I got home last night. I need some luck with ticketmaster.
DAP
September 29th, 2009
3:58 pm
SPazzHH there has been much confusion about weather huddy contract is a team option or mutual option. i think we had it settled that it is a mutual option.
P-Town Brave
September 29th, 2009
3:58 pm
Mixxo-
Try being me. I’ve had to cheer for BOTH the Cubs and Cards all last weekend…
I had to go vomit a few times after the games.
Johnny Hazeltine
September 29th, 2009
4:05 pm
Pitching match-ups favor Fish & Rox, so Braves and Brewers need to bring their good sticks! Go Braves!
AZBravoFan
September 29th, 2009
4:08 pm
Almost tempting to trot out KK the giant-killer against Johnson tonight. But Hudson’s usually a Marlin-killer so I guess you can’t complain much.
Brian the Brain
September 29th, 2009
4:09 pm
Boss Lady, You will probably have trouble buying tickets online this close to the game. Ticketmaster usually shuts down online ordering just before a game starts. You’ll have to get them at the box office or maybe at a Publix location that does Ticketmaster.
JayDubu
September 29th, 2009
4:10 pm
Can we ask our Hall of Fame manager to switch LaRoche and Anderson in the lineup?
I get the impression that Rochy is a more feared hitter that Anderson.
ncscoots
September 29th, 2009
4:10 pm
At this point of their lives with their wealth most of these guys have more in common with the wallstreet investment bankers in NY than they do with the fellas they went to high school with.
Only if you subscribe to the theory that you are your money. Some folks aren’t. Especially us southern boys, even those with wealth (that’s right, even ole peckerhead rednecks can end up with a mattress full of cash, LOL, and still be friends with their high school and college buds. Might be different where you’re from. Capisce?).
P-Town Brave
September 29th, 2009
4:11 pm
Johnny-
How do you figure?
Johnson “supposedly” has the flu?
The Brewers are pitching a kid who hasn’t lost yet AND the Rox are pitching Marquis who has won 1 in his last 9 starts w/ an ERA almost 7 and now facing a very good hitting lineup.
So once again, how do you figure that?
Anders
September 29th, 2009
4:12 pm
DAP – This may just be a technicality but I believe only the Braves have the “option” on Hudson’s deal. What Hudson has is the right to “void” the deal if the Braves pick up his 2010 option (He forfeits his $1mm buyout by voiding). So technically he doesn’t have an option to pitch for the Braves but he does have an out if he chooses not to.
This is according to Cot’s MLB Contracts which I believe are reliable.DOB seemed to just be addressing the Option component of the deal.
Daslied
September 29th, 2009
4:13 pm
Some Brewers/Rockies stuff:
Both teams are 6-4 in their last 10. Rockies lead season series 3-0.
Probable pitching matchups, with stats for last 3 starts:
Chris Narveson (3-0, 2.63) v. Jason Marquis (0-3, 7.71)
Jeff Suppan (1-2, 5.40) v. Jason Hammel (1-2, 4.19)
Manny Parra (2-0, 2.51) v. Aaron Cook (1-2, 9.58)
Narveson’s been excellent as a starter. Suppan and Parra? Not so much. But Parra did hold the Phils to 2 ER in 7 IP in his last start. Suppan has a career line of 6-1, 3.40 against the Rockies. At Coors Field, he’s 3-0 with a 3.75 ERA.
Marquis has been awful lately. Hammel’s been okay. Cook’s been okay, really, except for one horrible start recently (7 ER in 2 IP, I think). He’s also recently off the DL, so who knows…
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
4:14 pm
yeah hudson is usually slick against the marlins. i like him being on the mound tonight
keylargo
September 29th, 2009
4:14 pm
If I’m not mistaken, Hudson’s option has to be exercised or declined within 2 days after the World Series is over. I’m not sure though.
If that is correct, we should get a very quick idea of the path Wren plans to take for 2010.
Daslied
September 29th, 2009
4:15 pm
JayDuBu – if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it…
P-Town Brave
September 29th, 2009
4:16 pm
JayDuBu-
I’ve been asking for that flip-flop for quite awhile myself. It seems that GA would be more suited for the 7-hole in this lineup. I think Bobby is afraid of putting Mac and LaRoche back to back bc of lack of speed…although I myself wouldn’t exactly equate GA to have blazing speed.
Anders
September 29th, 2009
4:16 pm
Especially us southern boys, even those with wealth (that’s right, even ole peckerhead rednecks can end up with a mattress full of cash, LOL, and still be friends with their high school and college buds. Might be different where you’re from. Capisce?). (nscoots)
Yep, that’s why none of these players move to places like Buckhead. They just buy their parents houses and raise the kids right in the same yard they grew up in – right?
Not saying they don’t remain friends but I’m sure they’re swinging in different circles after a while. It happens – in all walks of life. Just more so for the very wealthy which most of these guys become.
P-Town Brave
September 29th, 2009
4:19 pm
Key-
Like I stated a little bit ago, I feel better about Huddy going tonight knowing this is his biggest opportunity to impress for a new contract, especially considering whats at stake. We’ll get to see just how big of a big game pitcher he and the rest of the members of the staff are.
Duke
September 29th, 2009
4:19 pm
Sure wish LaRoche and GA were flip flopped
tiger297
September 29th, 2009
4:22 pm
can’t speak of anyone else but since Huddy was the person being discussed his home is in Peachtree City not Buckhead and he has a hunting/fishing camp in Alabama…for what you are describing as the true redneck baseball players the biggest difference is newer trucks and larger nicer hunting camps…of course their wife/girlfriend can also have an impact on it as well
Frank Wren
September 29th, 2009
4:22 pm
Alot of this is a mute point. Hudon isnt going anywhere. He is a georgia boy and they will get a deal done to keep him in Atlanta. Liberty Media has already shown they are willing to spend.
We have the 10th highest payroll in baseball.
He isnt going anywhere.
Piedmont Blues
September 29th, 2009
4:23 pm
Well, guess what … Francouer wants a long-term contract.
(Anders’ head explodes in 3 … 2 … )
Tiger Woods
September 29th, 2009
4:25 pm
Duke,
Why?? We have won 15 of 17 this way. Why change now honestly? You can tell me all the stats you want. But mine is better 2 losses in the last 17 games. Hello wake up kid. GO BRAVES!!!!
desibrave
September 29th, 2009
4:26 pm
Carroll,
Lineup is a little different than yesterday with Hudson in place of JJ .
Sorry that was a cheap joke
tiger297
September 29th, 2009
4:26 pm
Frank what is a mute point…a point that can’t speak? Maybe a Moot Point?
Dies Irae
September 29th, 2009
4:29 pm
Sorry, the Braves aren’t gonna go 6-0, more like 4-2 and when they do finally lose a game the air might blow out altogether. No matter how much you believe, miracles almost never happen: that’s why they a called miracles.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
4:29 pm
I’m sure the Rockies Fans are pretty worried about Marquis going for them in such a big game as well.
Here’s hoping for another meltdown of epic proportions.
Debbie Downer
September 29th, 2009
4:32 pm
Doesn’t look good for you Braves fans tonight.
If you ask me…I think your dreaming…there’s no way Atlanta wins everygame they have left and Colorado loses two.
It ain’t gunna happen
Debbie Downer
September 29th, 2009
4:34 pm
I going to bring this sign to the game tonight
“I remain skeptical, do you?”
better than the
“Believe” slogan…unless that mean Believe Atlanta is going to lose tonight to one of the best pitchers in the league
BravesFanChris25
September 29th, 2009
4:34 pm
Just got back from a B-Day dinner. Can’t wait for tonight
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
4:34 pm
Gettin semi close to game time…
nolie
September 29th, 2009
4:35 pm
someone please correct me if I’m wrong, but I see no way Hudson can refuse if the Braves pick up his option. It is a club option, not a mutual one. They either pay $12 Mil for his services next year or pay $1 Mil and release him. He has no say in the matter (SpazzHH)
From Cot’s contracts, and they are usually correct:
# 4 years/$47M (2006-09), plus 2010 option
* signed extension with Atlanta 3/3/05
* $10M signing bonus
* 06:$4M, 07:$6M, 08:$13M, 09:$13M, 10:$12M club option ($1M buyout)
* if club exercises 2010 option, Hudson may void & forfeit buyout
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
4:35 pm
Debbie Downer –
So you’re saying…..the Rox are incapable of losing more than one?
rammerjammer
September 29th, 2009
4:37 pm
Anders,
Hudson and his wife have made no secret of their desire to stay close to their roots. I mean, it was Hudson who floated the hometown discount idea…usually reserved for the blogosphere! I don’t pretend to know what will happen, but I think it’s inaccurate for anyone – not saying you – to characterize Hudson as a highest-bidder, follow the money kind of guy.
Teixeira, he ain’t.
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
4:40 pm
Some thoughts on tonight’s game:
Obviously, in a critical run like this one where every single game is important, you don’t want to lose a single game, and tonight’s game is definitely a big one. That being said, I don’t think the season ends tonight if the Braves lose and Rockies win and we end up being 3 GB. Johnson’s a tough pitcher, and Hudson’s been okay since his return, but Johnson’s got the edge. Looking at the remaining 5 games, I really like the Braves chances — tomorrow night we’re facing Nolasco, who can be tough, but we’ve got Vazquez going, so you definitely favor the Braves there. Don’t know who the Nationals will trot out there, but Lannan is their best starting pitcher, and he’s pitching tomorrow night, so the Braves won’t see him. Another sweep of the Nats is definitely possible.
(By the way, I just saw that only one Nationals pitcher has reached triple-digits in strikeouts this season, and that’s Livan Hernandez — with 100.)
With the Rockies facing the Dodgers in L.A., and us playing the Nats, I still like our chances, even if we stumble tonight and the Rockies win. We’re still very much alive and have a shot coming down the stretch.
All of that being said, I think that the Braves have to like their chances going tonight. They’ve already faced Josh Johnson twice this year, and each time he’s given up 3 runs (1-1). With their performance this year against other teams’ aces, you know that the Braves have gotta be thinking “we’ve done well against other aces, bring this one on, we know we can take him.” Plus, you’ve got Huddy going, and he’s had good career numbers against the Fish, and he’s gotta love this type of atmosphere.
LET’S GET A WIN TONIGHT, BRAVES!!! YA GOTTA BELIEVE!!!!!
RHR
September 29th, 2009
4:41 pm
Why are y’all whining about the damn lineup? It’s got is this far, ain’t it?
Soph
September 29th, 2009
4:41 pm
lol I just saw the Loaf believe sign on fb.
dogsbrekky
September 29th, 2009
4:42 pm
I wouldn’t do Debbie Downer with my dogs d… !!!
SpazzHH
September 29th, 2009
4:42 pm
Whoever has the option almost seems a moot point. Both sides have already said they want to get an extension done. Pretty good article:
http://mvn.com/chopnchange/2009/09/braves-discussing-hudson-extension.html
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
4:44 pm
What are these pics people are talking about…did I miss something…
bravefaninok
September 29th, 2009
4:45 pm
Huddy Ain’t goin nowhere…..He wants to stay(offered to take hometown discount ).
Frank Wren stated on XM radio and to Bradley, He wants Huddy in Atlanta….
OHBravesGirl
September 29th, 2009
4:47 pm
Debbie Downer -
You’re right. The Rockies could actually lose more than 2 games, in which case the Braves could have a little wiggle room.
(I know I’ve been gone for a while – too busy at work to comment, but I couldn’t resist on that one. Go Braves! Keep the faith!)
dogsbrekky
September 29th, 2009
4:48 pm
I am driving down Thursday and need a hotel for Fri – Tues next week. I have friends up in Buckhead but guess that is a long way from the TED
Anyone recommend a nice hotel within 5 miles of the TED I can walk to etc
Thanks and “Party on Wayne”
NO MORE BOBBY
September 29th, 2009
4:48 pm
If you aint first your last – Ricky Bobby
Going to the game now. Come out to Turner Field Braves fans!!!!!
tiger297
September 29th, 2009
4:50 pm
dogsbrekky I wouldn’t stay near the Ted…nothing much to do other than the games…crash with your friends and use the money to cab it
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
4:51 pm
We’re all so thirsty for a return to the glory…I think its awesome.
Im so happy everyone on here is so pumped…and seemingly all together on this one.
We don’t see that very often on here…It’s awesome!
DON”T STOP BELIEVIN’…..
Andy K.
September 29th, 2009
4:52 pm
dogsbrekky, there’s hotel on the third base side of the stadium across the street…stayed there last time i came down to atlanta.
Pete
September 29th, 2009
4:52 pm
Enter your comments here
The poor Braves will get within a fraction of an inch of a wild card berth…………..then………..poof !!!
Wake up !!!
This is still Atlanta, GA……….Sports Heartbreak Capitol of the entire Universe !!!
Andy K.
September 29th, 2009
4:53 pm
and dogsbrekky, party on garth
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
4:53 pm
Nova Scotia Steve – Fight Like A Brave –
Sports a “semi.”
1957 Braves Fan
September 29th, 2009
4:53 pm
Our offense better show up tonight. Let’s run the table.
Brandon from Warner Robins
September 29th, 2009
4:55 pm
Im ready for the game…..
OHBravesGirl
September 29th, 2009
4:55 pm
Pete -
I’m pretty sure Cleveland might still hold the title for Sports Heartbreak Capital of the World…then again, no one expects teams from Cleveland to be any good, except maybe the Cavs. Haha.
SpazzHH
September 29th, 2009
4:55 pm
You always know that you have the other guys worried when their fans show up crying and trying to talk smack. LOL
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
4:56 pm
Off to home. See you guys later tonight!
dogsbrekky
September 29th, 2009
4:56 pm
Thanks, I am not invited to the mate’s house as his born again missus cannot get her head around us protestant Aussie party boys… any good hotels in Buckhead ?
RHR
September 29th, 2009
4:57 pm
If you ask me…I think your dreaming…there’s no way Atlanta wins everygame they have left and Colorado loses two.
It ain’t gunna happen
That’s fine if it doesn’t. We’re one of a handful of teams still making noise in the last week of the season. I’ve enjoyed the heck out of this one. From Loaf to MFIKY to the Frenchy and KJ Chronicles to Tommy Hanson and Vazquez and JJ and the surprising Diaz and Prado and everything in between. Even if they lose every one of the remaining games this has been fun and the future looks bright.
Lew
September 29th, 2009
4:59 pm
Anders-What you don’t seem to realize is that if we keep Hudson and trade Kawakami or keep Kawakami and let Hudson walk, we will still have the best starting rotation in the NL and probably in all of MLB next year.
Should the Mets sign Hudson they will still have a pretty substandard rotation with two pitchers coming off of a serious enough injury to shut them down for months of 2009.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
4:59 pm
Mixxo I have a chub the last 7 days and counting…
dogsbrekky
September 29th, 2009
5:00 pm
We get to the post season and we are going to the World Series.
We have the best 1-5 SP in mlb and best all round 1-3 closers…. NL is scared of us… they are not afraid of the Dodgies, filthies or disgusting LaRussians
BBFCFM
September 29th, 2009
5:00 pm
Forgive me if this is common knowledge, or I just have terrible timing, but where is DOB? Carroll has been “filling in” for him for what seems like the better part of 3 months now. Anyone? anyone? Bueller?
tiger297
September 29th, 2009
5:01 pm
doggsbrekky hit me up on hotmail.com I’ll try and help you out without clogging the blog
dogsbrekky
September 29th, 2009
5:03 pm
BBFCFM – Dobi got arrested for stealing some dude’s old Ferrari in Chicago
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
5:03 pm
DOB just came of a 6 game road trip…So I think he could use a couple days off
Tomy Fournier
September 29th, 2009
5:04 pm
WELL…WELL..EVERY BODY IS HOPING…NOT ME…WITH MR.MORON COX,,,FOR GET IT…MY BE 2011..NOT 2010..OHHHH ONE MORE YEAR WITH THIS MORON..WHAT A SH@@###$$#@@@#$$!!!!
alvin
September 29th, 2009
5:11 pm
Tomy Fournier
September 29th, 2009
5:04 pm
WELL…WELL..EVERY BODY IS HOPING…NOT ME…WITH MR.MORON COX,,,FOR GET IT…MY BE 2011..NOT 2010..OHHHH ONE MORE YEAR WITH THIS MORON..WHAT A SH@@###$$#@@@#$$!!!!
That you Jerry Manuel?
Anders
September 29th, 2009
5:11 pm
Anders-What you don’t seem to realize is that if we keep Hudson and trade Kawakami or keep Kawakami and let Hudson walk, we will still have the best starting rotation in the NL and probably in all of MLB next year. Should the Mets sign Hudson they will still have a pretty substandard rotation with two pitchers coming off of a serious enough injury to shut them down for months of 2009.
(Lew)
Where did I say differently about the Braves? I was saying that I’d like to have Hudson if he’s healthy. I then gave an argument as to how I think it could happen. Why do you always have to knock the Mets to make a point?
I haven’t compared pitching staffs all day or said one negative comment about the Braves staff. Why would I? I can acknowledge a strength in others. Something lost to some on here. Know what I mean?
P-Town Brave
September 29th, 2009
5:12 pm
Nova-
Your 4:51…couldn’t have said it better myself other than to add this:
Once a Brave, ALWAYS a Brave!
Go out and kick some *ss tonight guys!
WE BELIEVE!
Dies Irae
September 29th, 2009
5:12 pm
I hate it when DOB is off. Would have preferred that he would have made it thru the last week.
rico43
September 29th, 2009
5:12 pm
I figured he was shopping in some hole-in-the-wall record store and missed his flight home.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
5:12 pm
Nova Scotia Steve – Fight Like A Brave –
I hear ya brudda! This stuff is very “91-like” after that rough first-half. We may see some more special stuff during this stretch…..who knows? Our first granny of the year maybe, late-game heroics, etc.
I’m pumped!
P-Town Brave
September 29th, 2009
5:13 pm
Anders-
I got what you were intending about Huddy.
Be careful with Lew. He IS the most Interesting Man in the World…
I think he was just trying to have an awkward moment to see what it felt like
Tomy Fournier
September 29th, 2009
5:13 pm
WHO IS JERRY MANUEL…YOU TALKING ABOUT THE METS MANAGER…IS ANOTHER “MORON”…LIKE YOUR “MANAGER”..IF YOU WANT TO CAll HIM A MANAGER????????
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
5:15 pm
Our record when Carroll authors the blog is significantly better than DOB’s.
nolie
September 29th, 2009
5:17 pm
LIKE YOUR “MANAGER”..IF YOU WANT TO CAll HIM A MANAGER???????? (Tomy)
all managers are morons, it’s a fact of baseball life. any fan here could step in and do a better job. go to any other team’s board and you will learn the same thing. We need robot managers to complement the robot strike callers.
P-Town Brave
September 29th, 2009
5:17 pm
Tomy (Who spells Tomy like that anyways?)-
Serious bro, quit with all the yelling. Not only is it very old already, but you’re just makin yourself look like a complete idiot!
If you want something to yell about, Greg Norton is behind door 1, Manny Acosta behind door 2, and just if you want to hash up the past, Jeff Bennett is still there behind door 3, fist hole and all
nolie
September 29th, 2009
5:18 pm
Our record when Carroll authors the blog is significantly better than DOB’s. (Mixxo)
small sample size
Tomy Fournier
September 29th, 2009
5:19 pm
P-TOWNBRAVE…WE…MEAN TO MANY PEOPLE…JUST SAY..I…SOUND BETTER!!!
abwright
September 29th, 2009
5:19 pm
On the Barmes catch …
That was such a dramatic, dynamic, heart-breaking moment, that people tend to forget that the first out of the inning was a blown call at first base.
So, it looks like all three outs recorded in the ninth by the Rockies were not really outs. I know you cannot give teams extra outs, but, take away all three outs in an inning. Mighty tough to score.
dogsbrekky
September 29th, 2009
5:19 pm
Dies Israe – Carroll is a winner, we win when she blogs
desibrave
September 29th, 2009
5:19 pm
Statistics is only valid for the past. Shouldn’t be used to predict the future. So wish the Braves a good luck and enjoy the game !!!!
Tomy Fournier
September 29th, 2009
5:22 pm
NOLIE…YOU’RE LIVING WITH THE STAR WORLD PEOPLE…WAKE UP!!!
dogsbrekky
September 29th, 2009
5:22 pm
Enough with the hate for Norton, let us all let it go… love, love love…. all you need is love
Norton has had but 1.5% of our ABs this season… who really cares
think love bros. its all good
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
5:23 pm
Somebody needs to check on McFann & Soph…..see if they’re still breathing. The excitement was getting a bit much for ‘em earlier.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
5:24 pm
I say the crowd is bigger tonight…and hopefully loud as f*&K…
desibrave
September 29th, 2009
5:24 pm
Carroll,
Do you know who is going to be providing the play-by-play from the ballpark today?
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
5:24 pm
anyone going sunday? I am.
SPS
September 29th, 2009
5:24 pm
Maybe the Marlins plan to play spoiler by passing Johnson’s swine flu bug on to the Braves. Watch out if he licks his fingers before grippng the ball…
abwright
September 29th, 2009
5:25 pm
If the Mets sign Francoeur to a long term contract, God help them. It’s amazing how Frenchy has turned it on for the Mets. Did anyone see that over the wall catch he made against the Marlins? Where was that in Atlanta?
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
5:26 pm
Boog and Joe doin the game…
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
5:27 pm
I worked hard to 2 hrs…seriously…
I had to…I can’t get a God damn thing done today….
We win and Rockies lose tonight…I’m gettin BAGONGED tonight….
Hell I may regardless of the outcome.
Tomy Fournier
September 29th, 2009
5:27 pm
P-TOWNBRAVE,,,IS NOT TOMMY,,,FROM THOMAS(TOMMY)…IS TOMY FROM THE GREEK NAME “TEMISTOCLES”…HOPE YOU CAN PRONOUNCE CORRECTLY…HOPE!!!
P-Town Brave
September 29th, 2009
5:27 pm
Nova-
For the love of God, could somebody tell some of these people to freakin stand up though?!
Anders
September 29th, 2009
5:28 pm
Did anyone see that over the wall catch he made against the Marlins? Where was that in Atlanta? (abwright)
He was to tired from hanging with his high school buddies to make thsoe types of plays. Part of the home town discount thing.
GTSteve
September 29th, 2009
5:29 pm
dogsbrekky, the hotel across from the Ted is already booked for Sat night, I didnt check for other nights
P-Town Brave
September 29th, 2009
5:29 pm
Honestly there testicles, I could really care less if I could pronounce your name correctly.
At this point I’m sure I can speak for at least 95% of the blog and tell you to head over to ESPN or somewhere else with your negative attitude because we sure as heck don’t want it around here!
Jeff R
September 29th, 2009
5:30 pm
DAP… your 2:08 blog clarifies the budget. Thanks, man.
Soph
September 29th, 2009
5:30 pm
Mixxo, I can’t contain my excitement! I’ve been hopping around the whole day – passed out believe signs to my co-workers and everything.
I can’t sit still so I’m going home now.
Piedmont Blues
September 29th, 2009
5:31 pm
I don’t know if this has been discussed elsewhere, but …
Does it seem to anyone that the Braves have been a lot more loose and relaxed since the decision about Bobby’s return was announced? It’s almost as if the resolution of his future let the guys focus, or relax, or something.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
5:32 pm
Soph -
I hear ya !!!!!!!
I’m gonna start dinner…..to calm down some.
dogsbrekky
September 29th, 2009
5:32 pm
Have a gr8 night y’all, gotta go for din dins now
Worried about tonight...
September 29th, 2009
5:32 pm
Don’t most people say that pitchers throw better while sick/after being sick because they just let it fly without worrying too much?
I remember when Huddy was sick and he threw a great game. It didn’t catch up with him till the next start and he got rocked. Said he was shot from being sick. Hopefully, Johnson will be drained.
SpazzHH
September 29th, 2009
5:32 pm
Anyone else notice that Carroll seems to be hiding? Think maybe she’s real nervous about tonight and doesn’t want anyone to know? Kind of got that impression from reading today’s blog too. MMMMM
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
5:33 pm
I know P-town…I know brother…
It’s embarassing…we’re getting national coverage again these days…and reading the attendance – which is part of every sports organizations game recap from last night game – SUCKS.
What ever happened to those days when the Chop chant would send chills through your body…I miss em…
And you all know/remember that feeling
pryguy
September 29th, 2009
5:33 pm
Nova Scotia Steve,
I’m pretty certain I know what you mean when you say you are getting “BAGONGED tonight”, and it sounds brilliant…regardless of the outcome.
Lew
September 29th, 2009
5:34 pm
Anders-Reflex action? Instinctive behavior? Because I can?
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
5:34 pm
I think Carroll is really just letting us enjoy this…
Dies Irae
September 29th, 2009
5:36 pm
Carroll is a winner, we win when she blogs Dog
oh yeah, she really has a lot to do with that. like nolie kiddingly said- but it’s true. pure chance.Also she is not as interesting to read as DOB who is a better,edgier writer who has much more insight and connections with the team. boring feel-good mushiness is not my idea of journalism.Thought you Aussie dudes were real men?
Innocent Bystander
September 29th, 2009
5:36 pm
I have a report and other homework due in the morning, so I’ll be in the library pretty much all night. Anyone know where I could watch the game on my computer?
Worried about tonight...
September 29th, 2009
5:38 pm
Norton has had but 1.5% of our ABs this season… who really cares (dogsbrekky)
But they came in 85% of the crucial situations
nolie
September 29th, 2009
5:38 pm
STAR WORLD PEOPLE (Tomy)
not sure what star world people are, but you seemed to be dissing managers so what’s the problem?
Salty
September 29th, 2009
5:38 pm
Lew…I’m going with the Reflex…not that ‘because you can’ isn’t likely.
Anders
September 29th, 2009
5:39 pm
Lew – You are what you are. I’m cool with it.
P-Town Brave
September 29th, 2009
5:41 pm
Nova-
We’ll see how well we’re enjoying this at about 11 ET (or shortly thereafter)
I hope to be celebrating some more and making that other team out west a lot more nervous!
nolie
September 29th, 2009
5:41 pm
But they came in 85% of the crucial situations (worried)
what a crock
Eric from MO
September 29th, 2009
5:43 pm
So lets me get this straight…Norton has at most one bat per game and yet he has 85% of the team’s crucial at-bats. So that would mean almost every game the Braves have only one crucial at-bat???
Lew
September 29th, 2009
5:44 pm
Poor Anders. All the grief we Braves fans on this blog listened to from the Mets’ Lunatic Fringe over the past three years and Anders is the only one left standing-here to suffer on their behalf. Should make you feel positively Messianic.
Brandon from Warner Robins
September 29th, 2009
5:45 pm
For those who wish to calm down, how about interpreting a poem for me? so that i can join in the excitement/enthusiasm of Braves baseball!
pryguy
September 29th, 2009
5:46 pm
pumpkin ale beer and a braves game on tap for tonight….doesn’t get much better given the situation.
GTSteve
September 29th, 2009
5:48 pm
Brandon, you going to make it to any games this weekend
Anders
September 29th, 2009
5:49 pm
Lew- I’m not suffering. Wouldn’t be here if I was. I’m looking forward to next year and the hope that the Mets are healthy and back in the hunt. Lot’s to do to get there but that’s what makes the off season’s fun.
Hey, my boys were right there the last three years -I can’t complain.
Brandon from Warner Robins
September 29th, 2009
5:50 pm
GTSteve Im gonna try. Im thinking tomorrow night!
GTSteve
September 29th, 2009
5:51 pm
i am thinking about going tonight, and grab one of those 5 dollar tickets and a couple of 8 dollar beers…
GTSteve
September 29th, 2009
5:51 pm
i’m in Macon, let me know I might ride with you tomorrow too
Worried about tonight...
September 29th, 2009
5:51 pm
ha ha. doesn’t take much to get this group fired up!
by the attitude on the blog this year, you would think Frenchy had 99% of the critical at bats so I don’t want to hear it.
Brandon from Warner Robins
September 29th, 2009
5:54 pm
GTSteve i should know whether or not im going by later on tonight.I got an job interview tomorrow afternoon so im not sure yet. Gotta make the money to pay tuition and bills… But if your around i’ll let ya know.
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
5:54 pm
passed out believe signs to my co-workers and everything Soph
MFIKY Believe signs, or regular Believe signs?
GTSteve
September 29th, 2009
5:54 pm
cool, good luck with the interview
Doc Holiday
September 29th, 2009
5:54 pm
IM ALIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Brave4life
September 29th, 2009
5:56 pm
GTsteve
do it up and make some noise.
Brave4life
September 29th, 2009
5:58 pm
I am watching Path to the pennant on MLB network, i see the celebrations of the angles and yanks, i want that. PLEASE BRAVES.
Brave4life
September 29th, 2009
6:01 pm
Hudson this is you time to shine
monty
September 29th, 2009
6:02 pm
We win tonight and the Rockies lose, then you know they will be filling the pressure because they know that the Braves will be doing to them what they did to whoever it was 2 years ago. In sports once you lose Ole Mo, its hard to get him back. Once you begin playing not to lose instead of playing to win, it’s over!
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
6:02 pm
Mixxo–
Here I am! Still breathing! My sister and I were playin’ some B-ball out back–between the two of us, we smacked 7 homers (coulda been 8 if I would’ve agreed that one of mine was not foul…
). Yeah, let off some serious energy–we beat the Marlins like, 27-0…I think. Lost track of the score at some point…
Little over an hour till the game starts.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
6:05 pm
Lets get a W
Braves fan in Wyoming
September 29th, 2009
6:05 pm
I’m in the middle of Rockies nation. Everyone I talk to is all of the sudden a huge Rockies fan, but most probably can’t tell you who plays 3rd for them. For those of you in the Atlanta area, please go to the damn game and help get the Bravos a win. I know I’ll be pulling for them from Wyoming and here’s hoping the Brew Crew rake tonight. GO BRAVES!!!
Broncs
September 29th, 2009
6:05 pm
Anyone talking about this? Colorado should have lost Sunday! Bad break for the Braves!
http://mlb.fanhouse.com/2009/09/28/clint-barmess-amazing-catch-may-not-have-been-a-catch-at-all/
http://neighbors.denverpost.com/album_pic.php?pic_id=7461&sid=fc5a51116850e5a4357f9a4486f7c4ef
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
6:08 pm
PLEASE GET PEOPLE TO THE BRAVES GAME
Brandon from Warner Robins
September 29th, 2009
6:08 pm
The Rockies are no Mt. Everest. They can be conquered.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
6:10 pm
hope astros seep phils and marlins sweep phils, lets take this division
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
6:12 pm
Broncs–
Yeah, I saw that! Can’t believe it! The Braves even have “bad luck” in games they’re not playing!
Duke
September 29th, 2009
6:12 pm
“I’d like to have them look up on the scoreboard and see that we’ve already won,” Jones said. “It might put a little more pressure on an already pressurized situation during the course of their game. We can go out and play free and easy. Nobody expected us to be doing what we’re doing. The odds are still stacked against us but when you have the confidence that this club has right now, we believe we’re going to go out and win every game.”
I’m glad they’re playing loose because I sure as hell ain’t watching loose. My fingernails are gone.
RJ Braves
September 29th, 2009
6:13 pm
Go Bravess!!!!!!!!!!
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
6:16 pm
All these new fans on here seem to have trouble spelling.
Chop Chop
September 29th, 2009
6:17 pm
The Braves always have bad luck. That’s why they’ve won 15 of 17 coming into tonight’s game. It sucks to be that unlucky, folks. I really think there should be an investigation. Obama should start doing his job and find out why we keep getting cheated!
Broncs
September 29th, 2009
6:18 pm
I have tickets for Thursday. This year I think I’ve watched about 110 games on TV and gone to 6 in person. By far records for both. I LOVE this year’s team just because the pitching staff is so awesome every single game.
pinkygonzales
September 29th, 2009
6:18 pm
The Twins and Braves have played just well enough this season to make it hurt for their respective fan bases if they do not play baseball deep into October.
read our take on the playoff race at:
http://acasualfan.com/
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
6:20 pm
I refuse to read an article from a website called “a casual fan”.
Thank you.
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
6:22 pm
PTI on ESPN is fixing to talk Braves… who’d have thought it?
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
6:22 pm
Chop Chop–
I was just making a joke about all those calls that didn’t go the Braves way this year…
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
6:26 pm
hurry up 7:10!!!!
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
6:30 pm
40 minutes!
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
6:31 pm
chipperchop
September 29th, 2009
6:31 pm
What is this Hudson to Mets crap? Hudson has publicly stated (and more than once), that he wants to work out a deal with the Braves and is willing to give a hometown discount to do so. Braves have already stated that they intend to bring Hudson back, so I don’t know where some people are getting this Hudson to the Mets crap, because it isn’t going to happen. Even if it did, our rotation is still set for 09.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
6:32 pm
Listenin to 680 Atlanta…next 1/2 hour is all about Braves
Chop Chop
September 29th, 2009
6:32 pm
And I was making a joke at the expense of your joke, McFann.
15-1 win for the Braves tonight. Josh Johnson will get the flu shakes on the mound and throw a ball into the visitors’ dugout. Should be interesting to watch.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
6:33 pm
[IMG]http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m46/mixineer/bravesposter.jpg[/IMG]
Nelson S.
September 29th, 2009
6:33 pm
Stupid question but anyway to listen to the game online? For free
Mr. Mouf
September 29th, 2009
6:33 pm
braves espn
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
6:34 pm
Ok, try this instead.
Party foul! ooops!
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m46/mixineer/bravesposter.jpg
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
6:35 pm
ESPN…..pulling for anyone other than the Braves……….as usual.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
6:35 pm
REFUSE TO LOSE
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
6:36 pm
680 talkin about fans needing to show-up
Witch Doctor Soriano
September 29th, 2009
6:36 pm
Yea, its easy for Frenchy to play for the lousy Muts, no expectations on him or the team. Can he hit .300+ once they’re picked to win the division next season (like they are every season). I doubt it, he caved under pressure here and he’ll do it there. Hopefully he does sign a big contract with them, makes it harder for them to sign good players later. GO BRAVES!
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
6:37 pm
Can we quit the “ESPN has it out for us” stuff?
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
6:37 pm
I’m just wondering right now whether there will be cussing out of frustration tonight or excitement on this blog tonight. It’s 50/50 because I’m not that confident in Hudson & Johnson is pretty dominant.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
6:39 pm
TnBrian
It is 50/50….No question
Mr. Mouf
September 29th, 2009
6:39 pm
Almost game time and the blog is rather quiet. Did we have a lot of locals go to the game?
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
6:40 pm
wow yahoo sports makes it sound like we are in the hunt for the division also.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
6:40 pm
I could care less about how ESPN feels about us, just stating the facts…..ma’am.
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
6:40 pm
Chop Chop–
OK, sorry!
I figured as much…
Tiger Woods
September 29th, 2009
6:42 pm
Mr. Mouf
I don’t know but I live in Nebraska and I’m going down to a sports bar to cheer on our Braves!!! That way if we lose I can still get drunk and pretend like it never happened!!!! GO BRAVES!!! BELIEVE!!!!!!!!!!
VaBraveFan
September 29th, 2009
6:43 pm
Great to see the Braves playing so awesome!! Hope we can keep this going and over take the Rockies.
Speaking of the offseason
Do we have enough payroll to sign Hudson to a new 2-3 yr deal at a lower hometown cost
Along with signing Roachy?
We wont be bringing back Loaf, Gonzo, Soriano. So that means Diaz McLouth Church will be the outfield until Heyward is called up mid season.
A big hole at closer, can Moylan do it? or do we sign someone like Wagner that wants to close and with his injury history and age he should be a bargin. I see Gonzo and Soriano being offered alot more than the braves would so there most likely out of the equation.
If we dont resign Roachy, who plays first? and who will supply power. Looking at the free agent 1b’s he looks to be the best on the market, so he will get alot of attention definitly since he has been like a second half MVP by the way he playing.
Alot of Questions and work for Wren do handle. Only thing we know is that the Braves have a top Starting Staff.
Closer? 1B? Power or Speed? Schafer? Heyward?
Mike Mike Bo
September 29th, 2009
6:45 pm
Anyone going to be listening to the game online. I’m up here in Seattle and can’t seem to ever find the Braves game audio online. Please help… I’m dying here!!!
faninva
September 29th, 2009
6:45 pm
yikes, this countdown…40 minutes..35 minutes….30 minutes…ya’ll are makin’ me even more crazy-a## nervous than i already am! oh well, embrace the anticipation…and fear…and…beer! Duff Beer! It just makes the days FLY BY!
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
6:46 pm
I need a drink
faninva
September 29th, 2009
6:47 pm
ok, i’m going to say it…stay thirsty, my friends.
bravefaninok
September 29th, 2009
6:48 pm
mike check out here…links to watch and listen
http://www.myp2pforum.eu/mlb-baseball/44111-baseball-today-tuesday-september-29th-streaming.html
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
6:48 pm
I’m seeing a Tommy Hanson interview, 10 minutes till game time can’t wait.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
6:48 pm
70 dollar dugout seats, RIGHT NOW. How are these not sold out.
Soph
September 29th, 2009
6:48 pm
MFIKY Believe signs, or regular Believe signs?
I stuck with the regular ones today. If we win tonight, I’m passing out MFIKY ones tomorrow.
john
September 29th, 2009
6:48 pm
@ Mike MIke Bo. Gameday Audio is 15 dollars on mlb.com BUT, mlb.tv is actually cheaper now and it comes with gameday audio. $10.
http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/subscriptions/index.jsp?c_id=mlb&affiliateId=mlbMENUBANNERNAV
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
6:48 pm
:00:21:20 and counting.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
6:49 pm
Tomas where is the interview
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
6:50 pm
Lets guess How many FANS will be there tonight?????????
faninva
September 29th, 2009
6:50 pm
Mike Mike Bo –
http://player.cumulusstreaming.com/Audioplay.html?WIFN-FM
faninva
September 29th, 2009
6:51 pm
Mike Mike Bo – it’s also free.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
6:51 pm
I think there ACTUALLY will be 25,000 there tonight.
There wasn’t last night
dawgvent.blogspot.com
September 29th, 2009
6:52 pm
Johnson is a beast of a man. I hope Huddie brings the A game and the bats can show up for two or three runs tonight. Go Braves!
Tiger Woods
September 29th, 2009
6:52 pm
24,729 fans
bravefaninok
September 29th, 2009
6:53 pm
42500
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
6:53 pm
31,234 fans
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
6:53 pm
man if we can get about 6 runs through the first three. then the rockies start at 8:30 and see us up 6-0 or 6-1….PRESSURE!!!!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
6:54 pm
SOLD OUT
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
6:54 pm
FS Marlins
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
6:54 pm
im getting the jitters
Tiger Woods
September 29th, 2009
6:54 pm
That would be awesome if we could break 30k tonight. Come on BRAVES!!!! Take down Johnson. Need a perfect game from Huddy. PERFECT.
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
6:54 pm
faninva stay thirsty, my friends.
NO!! I refuse…
Tiger Woods
September 29th, 2009
6:55 pm
Most nervous I have been for a game in a LONG time.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
6:56 pm
Maybe we should have launched a “Take Down Johnson” campaign today
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
6:56 pm
I’m with you Tiger
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
6:56 pm
Jitters?
Hope we don’t have to use Medlen tonight. Keep him away from the coffee machine!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
6:57 pm
lets guess the score
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
6:57 pm
the last time i was this nervous about the braves was that marathon nlds game in 2005 and then of course game 6 of the WS in ‘95
faninva
September 29th, 2009
6:58 pm
McFann -
but..wait..you don’t want to listen to the most interesting man in the world? ya, me either…creepazoid.
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
6:59 pm
FS Marlins. They basicly talked about being one of the favorites for rookie of the year along with Coghlan and Happ. They obviously want Coghlan to win or at least give him more attention. Tommy said he was a tough out and he is just focusing on his next start and help the team, and if he does win it’ll be an honor.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
6:59 pm
This is really my first playoff run that i really understand i am 18 years old
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
6:59 pm
Anybody else just catch Josh Johnson doing some coughing in the pen? Hey, that can’t be a bad sign.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:00 pm
Well…Here we go
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:01 pm
You’re telling me this isn’t play-off baseball already…WOW
Soph
September 29th, 2009
7:01 pm
Let’s do this!
coach smith
September 29th, 2009
7:02 pm
The Braves are down in Georgia
Looking for a Wild Card to steal
The Rockies are in a bind cause we WERE way behind
and now we’re making them squeel
When they came across this Braves team playin’ and playin’ it hot
Then Rockies saw what was happening and said boys let me tell ya what
You’re playin pretty good ball but give the Rocks our due, we bet a Wild Card slot cause we think we’re better than you
Vazquez said well my name’s Javy here with Hanson, JJ, and Timmy too and we’ll take that bet and you’re gonna regret cause we’re the best there’s ever been
Rawsin up that bat and smack that ball hard cause the Rockies are out west and they are tryin’ to take the card and if you win you get that playoff spot that’s worth it weight in gold but if you lose the Rockies get your soul………
The Rockies said we’ll start this show but clunker flew from Marquis’ hand as he let the ball go and Miller smacked two out and as the ball maid an evil hiss and the Brew Crew joined in and it became obvious
When the Rockies finished, the Braves said pretty good try ole boys but sit right there and scorboard watch as show you how its done
Chipper rawsin up your bat and Esco hit hard, casue the Rockies play out west and they are tryin to steal the Card, and if you win you get the playoff spot that’s worth its weight in gold, but if you lose the Rockies get your soul…
When the season finsihed the Rockies knew that they’d been beat and they laid that Wild Card banner down at Bobby’s feet….Bobby said come on back if you ever want to try agian cause 14 in a row proves we’re the best there’s EVER BEEN!!!!!!!!
Go Braves
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:02 pm
Joe Simpson has a “Believe” sticker or pin on his shirt….Way to go Joe…
That is absolutely awesome
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:02 pm
You can see every teams attendace here http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=mlb/teams/001/attendance.aspx?team=001 todays attendace is not posted yet.
Doc Holiday
September 29th, 2009
7:02 pm
Wow………….how huge is the luxury of having timmy back at a 100% for this game…………unbelievable.
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
7:03 pm
Oh, for God’s Sake… start the damn game!
VaBraveFan
September 29th, 2009
7:03 pm
Braves=Believe
Cool, i thought i would be the youngest on here i’m 22. Been on the blog for most of the season
Ron in Mobile
September 29th, 2009
7:04 pm
Im so excited i just started the wave on my couch…and im home alone
Nick
September 29th, 2009
7:05 pm
Here we go…
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
7:05 pm
I think Nova Scotia Steve is nervous in the service, folks. Looks like we’ll have to keep tabs on this guy and make sure he doesn’t have a heart attack.
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:05 pm
I hope Huddy has control today, although he got a lot of groundballs in New york he was erratic.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
7:05 pm
Joe’s a lot like me, we talk a lot of crap when things are going bad, but when it comes “down to it,” we’re huge fans.
Somebody save my seat while I go see a man about a BUICK.
coach smith
September 29th, 2009
7:05 pm
Here it is again without TYPOS
To the beat of the Devil Went Down to Georgia
The Braves are down in Georgia
Looking for a Wild Card to steal
The Rockies are in a bind cause we WERE way behind
and now we’re making them squeal
When they came across this Braves team playin’ and playin’ it hot
Then Rockies saw what was happening and said boys let me tell ya what
You’re playin pretty good ball but give the Rocks our due, we bet a Wild Card slot cause we think we’re better than you
Vasquez said well my name’s Javy here with Hanson, JJ, and Timmy too and we’ll take that bet and you’re gonna regret cause we’re the best there’s ever been
Resin up that bat and smack that ball hard cause the Rockies are out west and they are tryin’ to take the card and if you win you get that playoff spot that’s worth it weight in gold but if you lose the Rockies get your soul………
The Rockies said we’ll start this show but clunker flew from Marquis’ hand as he let the ball go and Miller smacked two out and as the ball maid an evil hiss and the Brew Crew joined in and it became obvious
When the Rockies finished, the Braves said pretty good try ole boys but sit right there and scoreboard watch as show you how it’s done
Chipper resin up your bat and Esco hit hard, cause the Rockies play out west and they are tryin to steal the Card, and if you win you get the playoff spot that’s worth its weight in gold, but if you lose the Rockies get your soul…
When the season finished the Rockies knew that they’d been beat and they laid that Wild Card banner down at Bobby’s feet….Bobby said come on back if you ever want to try again cause 14 in a row proves we’re the best there’s EVER BEEN!!!!!!!!
Go Braves
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:05 pm
VaBraveFan
I do alot of blogging on prosportsdaily, but it was getting lonely there.
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:06 pm
Just saw a shot of the stadium, too soon to tell, but saw some fans in the upper deck.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:06 pm
WE BELIEVE LOVE IT
Soph
September 29th, 2009
7:06 pm
I want one of those Believe stickers!
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:06 pm
4 minutes…………
faninva
September 29th, 2009
7:07 pm
coach smith – wow! really really well done! that reads like something you’d hear on sports talk radio with a bad Charlie Daniels Band impersonator.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:07 pm
MORE FANS=MORE CONFIDENCE IN THE BRAVES
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
7:07 pm
Great! Now the clock stops at 7:07…..jeebus, can we light this candle already?
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:07 pm
oh and by the way GO BREW CREW!!!
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
7:07 pm
At this point of their lives with their wealth most of these guys have more in common with the wallstreet investment bankers in NY than they do with the fellas they went to high school with.
Naw man, I don’t think so. Money doesn’t change who you are.
That’s fine if it doesn’t. We’re one of a handful of teams still making noise in the last week of the season. I’ve enjoyed the heck out of this one. From Loaf to MFIKY to the Frenchy and KJ Chronicles to Tommy Hanson and Vazquez and JJ and the surprising Diaz and Prado and everything in between. Even if they lose every one of the remaining games this has been fun and the future looks bright.
Post of the day! Well done. m’lady.
Oh, and the Loaf “Believe” thing was hilarious. “Meh.” Priceless!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:08 pm
Where is Carroll Rogers
Jake W.
September 29th, 2009
7:09 pm
Somewhere the Marlins are saying 15,000. That equals a sellout at our place. I think it will be a bigger crowd than last night and get bigger as the week goes on. I’ll be there Wed and Thurs. Braves usually have a good last homestand weekend crowd. Its the weekdays you worry about.
Mike Mike Bo
September 29th, 2009
7:09 pm
Faninva — Thank you so much.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:09 pm
outfield looks empty
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:10 pm
Right now the Ted is empty
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:11 pm
Hope his sinker is working today
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:11 pm
and aaawwwwaaaaaaaayyyy we go!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:11 pm
not a good start
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
7:11 pm
Oh no….
faninva
September 29th, 2009
7:12 pm
Mike Mike Bo – glad i could help!
Ok, let’s go braves!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jake W.
September 29th, 2009
7:12 pm
“outfield looks empty”
Don’t judge by the opening pitch look. Atlantan can be late arriving.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:12 pm
pounding the Strike zone lets get a grounder
joe
September 29th, 2009
7:12 pm
And the stands look even emptier than last night….BOOO
keylargo
September 29th, 2009
7:12 pm
All you have to do is get in front of the ball.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:12 pm
i hate that couhglan guy
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:12 pm
Can’t belive it. There are like 5 people on the stands.
Soph
September 29th, 2009
7:13 pm
Good catch, MattE!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:13 pm
wheew
desibrave
September 29th, 2009
7:13 pm
They got Coghlan on board last night too… and Maybin Sac Bunted but they didn’t score
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:13 pm
Thank God he caught that….I didn’t think he was gettin to that ball
Carroll Rogers
September 29th, 2009
7:13 pm
i think there are fewer people here tonight than last night. So far anyway
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:13 pm
one down!
Turner Field
September 29th, 2009
7:13 pm
Whew, if it gets any more crowded and louder at the Ted, a funeral might break out.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:13 pm
I hear ya tomas where are the fans
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
7:13 pm
Good catch Matt. If we can hold ‘em to 2 or 3 runs this inning…..we have a chance.
Not Armegeddon
September 29th, 2009
7:14 pm
Two hitters, two shots. Hope Tim is just getting his bearings.
john
September 29th, 2009
7:15 pm
Damn the crowd is loud tonight.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:15 pm
Mixxo wut
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:16 pm
oh man
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:17 pm
Need a grounder at someone
Carroll Rogers
September 29th, 2009
7:17 pm
I love stuff like this….little aside…Matthew the organist has been playing Can’t You See by the Marshall Tucker band for Jorge Cantu, like he just did. Well he got a text today from someone who found out that the flutist for the Marshall Tucker band was at the game last night and loved hearing it….How cool!
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:17 pm
uhhh ohhhhh
Soph
September 29th, 2009
7:17 pm
Come on, Huddy!
Boo
September 29th, 2009
7:17 pm
Hudson looks eager to blow this game before the Braves even get one chance to bat.
Free Kawakami!
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
7:17 pm
Braves=Believe –
Huddy makes me nervous. This isn’t the same “Huddy” we’re used to. I wish folks would understand that!
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:18 pm
C’mon Timmy
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
7:18 pm
Come on Hudson, get it together.
Need a grounder to Escobar right here.
VaBraveFan
September 29th, 2009
7:18 pm
Ground ball!!!! come on Huddy!!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:18 pm
slider looks like a beauty
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:18 pm
I thought that ball was crushed
JTLUK
September 29th, 2009
7:18 pm
Those able to watch the games, are there a lot of people in the stands?
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:19 pm
Where are the fans
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:19 pm
cmon one more!!!! no whammys!
john
September 29th, 2009
7:19 pm
@ JTLUK
lol no. looks worse than last night.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:20 pm
JTLUK
It literally looks empty
joe
September 29th, 2009
7:20 pm
JTLUK…looks like a gathering of say…14000
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
7:20 pm
Looks like there’s less at the game tonight than last night.
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:20 pm
I think Mark Bradley said it best. Fan interest doesn’t change by team performance, there were playoff games during the 14 year run that were not sold out, that to me is just unbelievable.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:20 pm
atta boy
Nick
September 29th, 2009
7:20 pm
Yessssssss
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
7:20 pm
Phew! Good job Tim.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:20 pm
Isn’t Hudson “SUPPOSED” to be a ground ball pitcher….
Soph
September 29th, 2009
7:21 pm
Whew. No problem!
Boo
September 29th, 2009
7:21 pm
It looks like Braves fan aren’t believing, if attendance is any indicator.
joe
September 29th, 2009
7:21 pm
Hudson looks like he has good stuff
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:21 pm
When ground ball pitcher are are getting fly ball outs…we could be in for a long night….
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:21 pm
WHOOOOOO!!!!
JTLUK
September 29th, 2009
7:21 pm
That is so sad, I have class tonight and cant make it but I will be there for every other game this week. Where are the Braves fans?
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:21 pm
This is very sad, where are those 90s fans
Not Armegeddon
September 29th, 2009
7:22 pm
The Braves “inside straight” continues….
Carroll Rogers
September 29th, 2009
7:22 pm
A florida writer told me Johnson probably won’t go more than five innings. They’ve been trying to protect that arm, coming off Tommy John surgery, and they want to sign him to a multi-year contract too.
Efrim
September 29th, 2009
7:22 pm
Fewer people there tonight? Sigh….
Nick
September 29th, 2009
7:22 pm
Come on Nate
joe
September 29th, 2009
7:22 pm
I guess only the true Braves fans showed up, and they are pretty loud. Shows how much float there is in Atlanta for fairweather, bandwagonners.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:22 pm
Nova Scotia
Usually it take a inning or 2 for a sinker baller to get warmed up
keylargo
September 29th, 2009
7:23 pm
JTLUK
There are about 30,000 fans disguised as empty seats.
A-ville Ranger
September 29th, 2009
7:23 pm
Damage control by our pitching staff has been amazing during this run.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:23 pm
Carroll rogers, thats good to know
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
7:23 pm
A bit too many pitches in that first inning, but that’s been more or less what he’s been doing. Hope he can settle down after this inning — with some runs of support!
nolie
September 29th, 2009
7:24 pm
All the outs were fly balls, not ideal for Timmy.
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
7:24 pm
On Mark Bradley’s blog today, people that live in Atlanta were using the excuse that they have jobs and Turner Field isn’t exactly convienantly located near their offices and homes. I say BS!
Jurrjens4NLCY - Fight Like A Moving, Counting, Believing Brave {UNTIL THE END!}
September 29th, 2009
7:24 pm
Those were some funny signs you made last night! Why is Lowe thinking about a Guinea Pig with a pancake on his head?
He has ADD right?
Did you see the one about McCann?
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:24 pm
man, Mclouth has looked ugly
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:24 pm
uhg! nate
Roman Gal
September 29th, 2009
7:25 pm
What’s happened to Nate? He was doing so well and now he’s so not…
fjql
September 29th, 2009
7:25 pm
another awful attendance… cmon people.. playoff drive.. only 20000?? i live in panama city panama.. and would kill to be at turner field right now
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:25 pm
Hudson had a 94mph fastball, he may be pumped up, or he came throwing harder after surgery.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:25 pm
Get to him early
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:25 pm
Nasty slider right there
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:26 pm
Man he throws hard
Not Armegeddon
September 29th, 2009
7:26 pm
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:21 pm
This is very sad, where are those 90s fans
I agree…. I wish the Ted was packed, but it’s not.
I have a prediction, although I doesn’t make me proud to make it;
If the Braves pull off this miracle and make the playoffs….. you’ll be able to buy walk up tickets at the Ted on playoff game days. It’s a shame, but Atlanta ain’t a great baseball town.
Jurrjens4NLCY - Fight Like A Moving, Counting, Believing Brave {UNTIL THE END!}
September 29th, 2009
7:26 pm
OMG!
The Ted is empty!
THIS IS SAD!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:26 pm
Lets go Prado, make him work
joe
September 29th, 2009
7:26 pm
I am finished making excuses for poor attendance in big Braves games. I used to say all that stuff, and it is all BS. The truth is, in a town this big, there are precious few hardcore fans.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:26 pm
cmon Chipper get on one
Efrim
September 29th, 2009
7:27 pm
They’ve been trying to protect that arm, coming off Tommy John surgery, and they want to sign him to a multi-year contract too.
Carroll, I think I read that his agent wanted a contract between that of Sabathia and Burnett when he hits free agency? Realistically, something along the lines of Greinke’s deal would make some sense. Just not sure if Johnson would agree to it.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:27 pm
get him Chipper!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:27 pm
Johnson looks sharp
Capt Caveman
September 29th, 2009
7:28 pm
Braves are going to win again tonight and keep putting the pressure on the Rockies.
Go BRAVOS !!!!!
I am also waiting for our current blog “clown” …. PAUL LOSER to show up.
Can’t wait to keep calling him out and having him wuss out in front of the whole blog.
Carroll you should just go ahead and ban him for violating the “stupid poster rule” LOLOL
C’mon ….. you know you really want to……… LOLOL
Roman Gal
September 29th, 2009
7:28 pm
Oh, Geez!
I hope Chipper didn’t hurt himself!
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:28 pm
Got in Chippers Kitchen right there.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:28 pm
well that was a pathetic inning
JTLUK
September 29th, 2009
7:29 pm
Key Largo — I guess Halloween came early this year
braveman
September 29th, 2009
7:29 pm
its early… i think we get at least a few off johnson. i believe!
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:29 pm
Chipper kind a hobbled a little, normally I wouldn’t even mention it but with Chipper every little gesture is always something.
O.J.
September 29th, 2009
7:30 pm
Hmmm, hope the first inning isnt a sign of things to come. Marlins get runners on and we got lucky they didnt score, we didnt even get a ball out of the infield.
Could be a looooong game.
N8
September 29th, 2009
7:30 pm
“i think there are fewer people here tonight than last night. So far anyway.” carroll
Sad. Sad. Sad. I’ve said all along, that the team needed to win to bring the fans back in. Which would allow LM to contemplate upping payroll. My take was that with the horrid/mediocre play of the team the past few years, the team didn’t deserve to have big crowds at the games.
In all fairness to the team, and the way they’ve been playing since late June, the city of Atlanta doesn’t deserve this team.
Pathetic.
joe
September 29th, 2009
7:30 pm
This game looks like its gonna be a real grinder
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
7:30 pm
faninva–
JJ4NLCY–
Guess that’s true…
Yeah, I saw the BMac one…funny stuff!
Jake W.
September 29th, 2009
7:30 pm
“On Mark Bradley’s blog today, people that live in Atlanta were using the excuse that they have jobs and Turner Field isn’t exactly convienantly located near their offices and homes. I say BS!”-TnBrian
Turner Field and Fulton County have always been in the same place so the location didn’t stop the fans before so I doubt it is now. I keep reminding those out of towners that quite a few metro-atlantans have been affected by this flooding situation. Weekdays during the school year when you are just as much a regional team as a local team has a lot to do with it. It is what it is right now. Complaining on this blog where most of the fans who frequent are diehards isn’t going to help it.
Soph
September 29th, 2009
7:30 pm
You guys, Turner Field is not going to sell out this week so lamenting about it is just going to make you more mad. Just enjoy what’s happening.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:30 pm
keys to the game
Uggla,Ramirez,Coughlan
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:31 pm
He’s not foolin these guys
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
7:31 pm
oh maaan
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:31 pm
Every thing is up by Hudson so far.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:31 pm
double
Jimmy Joe
September 29th, 2009
7:31 pm
If you have the guy 0-2, why would you throw one down the middle like that?
BravesChick
September 29th, 2009
7:31 pm
At least the “Believe” sign is out there…
Oh yeah and J4NLCY, I loved the McCann one!
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:32 pm
Everything is up = NOT GOOD
Jurrjens4NLCY - Fight Like A Moving, Counting, Believing Brave {UNTIL THE END!}
September 29th, 2009
7:32 pm
Huddy doesn’t look sharp…
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:32 pm
Sinker=sink not up
O.J.
September 29th, 2009
7:32 pm
Capt Caveman, if Carroll was going to ban him for violating that rule, then you would be gone too.
VaBraveFan
September 29th, 2009
7:32 pm
Huddy needs to get his pitches down….
Maturin
September 29th, 2009
7:32 pm
Posting from the game tonight. BELIEVE IT!
joe
September 29th, 2009
7:32 pm
Cmon Timm-ah! we dont wanna play too much catchup
Capt Caveman
September 29th, 2009
7:33 pm
Atlanta has always been a fickle crowd when it comes to the Braves but I gotta say that the current economy and people tightening down on the budgets is playing a big role in deciding whether or not to come out to the TED.
It’s not so much the price of the ticket but add in the cost of parking and even just a single soft drink and a hotdog or popcorn or whatever and your looking at close to 100 buck for 4 people. Not saying it’s a lot but it’s still 100 bucks so…………………
Remember that just b/c you can afford to go doesn’t mean everyone can or will decide to spend their money in that way. It’s not just b/c nobody wants to be there.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:33 pm
pitch was up….
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:33 pm
Joe with sinkerballers having trouble with control it always is.
Boo
September 29th, 2009
7:34 pm
Hudson escaped the first inning by the skin of his teeth. Now he is out there again to kill the Braves’ season.
I knew the good times would end with Hudson.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:34 pm
man I think we may need KK
Jimmy Joe
September 29th, 2009
7:34 pm
If anyone thinks we should keep Hudson over Vazquez, you’re crazy!!!
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
7:34 pm
I see KK coming in before too long.
VaBraveFan
September 29th, 2009
7:34 pm
oh crap
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:34 pm
Come on a DP
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:34 pm
Strike out would be excellent
braves and beer
September 29th, 2009
7:34 pm
timmAAAY! ….not looking so good. i no longer believe.
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
7:35 pm
Hope I’m wrong, but my fear about Hudson looks to be coming true. Pray he can settle in here.
Roman Gal
September 29th, 2009
7:35 pm
Chipper could make some Justice-like comments, and that ought to get some of the fans out…
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
7:35 pm
Hudson…..come on, dude. Get your pitches down.
N8
September 29th, 2009
7:35 pm
There is 75,000 people where I live, and usually there is anywhere between 3000 and 6000 people at the frickin’ D-League basketball games. 15,000 people at a MLB baseball game in the midst of a pennant race is embarrassing for the city of Atlanta. What would be too funny is if the Braves get into the playoffs and MLB issues blackouts for the games.
Just my opinion.
Hudson not looking so good so far.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:35 pm
C’mon…one more
O.J.
September 29th, 2009
7:35 pm
I hope KK is warming up just incase
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
7:35 pm
Good!
joe
September 29th, 2009
7:35 pm
carved heeeeem up!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:35 pm
B-e-a-u-tiful
braveman
September 29th, 2009
7:35 pm
i think i rather see medlen over kk, if it came down to that. lets hope it doesnt.
big K! now, a grounder at someone…
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:36 pm
Yes, good job Huddy.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:36 pm
BIG OUT…C’mon…Let’s get this bum Johnson…
Good hitting pitcher
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:36 pm
nice K!!!
Capt Caveman
September 29th, 2009
7:36 pm
Yeah OJ ,,, if you say so. Happy to see that they are letting you blog from prison.
Jimmy Joe
September 29th, 2009
7:36 pm
Johnson has 3 home runs.
Not Armegeddon
September 29th, 2009
7:36 pm
Johnson ain’t no pushover with a bat…..Tim needs to be careful.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:36 pm
trying 2nd-3rd 2 out
Not Armegeddon
September 29th, 2009
7:37 pm
A bunt from Johnson would be doing Tim a favor.
Steve
September 29th, 2009
7:37 pm
“N8″ you must go to one of those embarrassing schools. There IS 75,000? You should have used the word ARE. Same with your next sentence. Moron.
O.J.
September 29th, 2009
7:37 pm
I am bloggin from your house dude
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:37 pm
lets him sacrifice
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
7:37 pm
Nice K, Huddy!
Now for the double play…
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:37 pm
Josh Johnson is a good hitter better watch out.
joe
September 29th, 2009
7:37 pm
Let’s beat this Johnson y’all
BravesChick
September 29th, 2009
7:38 pm
Roman Gal – I was thinking the same…
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:38 pm
Thankyou for having a cannon Yunel.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:38 pm
You’ve got to be Sh*tting me
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
7:38 pm
Matt Diaz sucks.
Soph
September 29th, 2009
7:38 pm
Argh!
At least they got the other guy.
Jurrjens4NLCY - Fight Like A Moving, Counting, Believing Brave {UNTIL THE END!}
September 29th, 2009
7:38 pm
That was sad…
joe
September 29th, 2009
7:38 pm
Nice play by EscoMac
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
7:39 pm
He was safe….we got a break there. Should be 2-0.
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
7:39 pm
He was so out there.
Big John
September 29th, 2009
7:39 pm
This is gonna be the streak breaker.What happens after that is anybody’s guess.
VaBraveFan
September 29th, 2009
7:39 pm
Wow …. were gonna let a pitcher not on the mound kill our post season push
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
7:39 pm
Gonna be a long night folks.
Soph
September 29th, 2009
7:40 pm
We actually got Coghlan. Come on bats!
joe
September 29th, 2009
7:40 pm
All in all, not bad. No more runs Honky Tonk Hudson
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:40 pm
I like it not bad at all
1st and 3rd 0 outs only score 1
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:40 pm
So Johnson gets the RBI…
Again you’ve got to be sh*iting be
O.J.
September 29th, 2009
7:40 pm
WTF, a double to the pitcher???? REALLY!?!?!??!
BravesChick
September 29th, 2009
7:40 pm
That was lucky.
Matt
September 29th, 2009
7:40 pm
Are there any websites to watch a live video stream of tonights game?
Jake W.
September 29th, 2009
7:40 pm
Could have been worse. Only 1 run.
Jurrjens4NLCY - Fight Like A Moving, Counting, Believing Brave {UNTIL THE END!}
September 29th, 2009
7:40 pm
Huddy is better than Vasquez, but Huddy is coming off MAJOR ELBOW SURGERY!
He won’t be at full strength until next year…
Soph
September 29th, 2009
7:40 pm
Will y’all relax, please? Deep breath.
Jimmy Joe
September 29th, 2009
7:40 pm
Hudson is not really that good.
Scott
September 29th, 2009
7:41 pm
I swear to God I called that hit.
Too many times pitchers get fancy when opposing players are trying to GIVE them an out. They get to two strikes and then lace a hit. Or they bunt and somebody stupidly tries to throw out the lead runner.
TAKE THE OUT STUPID.
joe
September 29th, 2009
7:41 pm
Hey Big John— its the second inning. oh my GOD they scored ONE run
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:41 pm
only one run guys!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:41 pm
4 hits through 2 innings ouch
Mr. Mouf
September 29th, 2009
7:41 pm
you guys its one run in the second inning………… I still believe!!!!!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:42 pm
McCann looks serious
Jake W.
September 29th, 2009
7:42 pm
“He was safe….we got a break there. Should be 2-0.”-Mixxo
Well the Rockies got three outs their last game in the 9th without actually making one themselves. I’ll take all the breaks we can get right now.
Mr. Mouf
September 29th, 2009
7:42 pm
Does anyone know if Boog played professional ball at any level? I have heard joe call him a former catcher
O.J.
September 29th, 2009
7:43 pm
Mr Mouf, thats 4 hits in 2 innings, the run was driven in by the pitcher, the pitcher who looks like is going to mow us down tonight.
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
7:43 pm
Great play at the plate, by the way…
Stupid K.
Not Armegeddon
September 29th, 2009
7:44 pm
Isn’t Hudson’s wife (on TV now) an attorney?
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:44 pm
Man Johnson is looking really good
Mr. Mouf
September 29th, 2009
7:44 pm
So O.J. You just give up hope right there??? Jeez
N8
September 29th, 2009
7:44 pm
Steve, I take it you is won of the Atlanta natives that should be at the game instead of blogging? Uther wize you wood have agreed with me, rather than knitpikked on gramer, rite?
O.J.
September 29th, 2009
7:44 pm
He keeps getting that pitch called on the inside corner, thats just great
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
7:44 pm
The attendance is truly embarrassing. What would make me think there would be more people there? I actually thought there would be.
I wish they could just put it out of their minds. They act like wounded little animals. It really shouldn’t matter how many people there are. Just win. I don’t care about Josh Johnson. We beat him before, we’ll beat him again.
Epinephrine
September 29th, 2009
7:45 pm
It’s a great cause, but do we really need to be hearing about this right now? I mean this is the biggest game of the season.
coach smith
September 29th, 2009
7:45 pm
is anyone else annoyed that Huddy’s wife is in the booth in such a big game?
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
7:45 pm
Mixxo He was safe….we got a break there.
Oh brother! He was not…
If you trash him so much when he “doesn’t block the plate”, cann you please give him credit when he tags a guy out? Good gosh…
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:45 pm
ok first hit, lets get a 2 out rally goin
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
7:46 pm
Hey!
We got a hit!!!
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:46 pm
DAMN Johnson!!
coach smith
September 29th, 2009
7:46 pm
the guy was out at home…haters get over it
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
7:46 pm
I wish I was there. Who am I to talk about the attendance?
I’ll be there this week. That I know. We have to win. No excuses.
Jurrjens4NLCY - Fight Like A Moving, Counting, Believing Brave {UNTIL THE END!}
September 29th, 2009
7:47 pm
He wasn’t safe…
..,.he was almost a dead duck.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:47 pm
lets go LaRoche
Capt Caveman
September 29th, 2009
7:47 pm
That was a text book relay throw, prado lining up the throw then esco with the great catch, rock, and fire. McCann made a great catch by letting the ball come to his glove and not reaching out for it so he could make the quick tag. He was out by about 6 inches.
Only 1 run when it could have been 2 with a runner on second and the leadoff hitter up.
We’re gonna score at least 4 runs tonight so we’re in good shape.
Go Bravos !!!!
N8
September 29th, 2009
7:47 pm
BTW, Steve. I graduated from college in 1991 and now make enough money owning my own business, where I can blog with my poor grammar all day long. How about you?
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:47 pm
come one laroache make it 2-1!!!!!!
Mr. Mouf
September 29th, 2009
7:47 pm
Yunel is a gamer!!!!!
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
7:48 pm
We need a hit here Adam.
Can’t blow this.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
7:48 pm
Well, at least Yunel came to play. I knew I could count on him.
Roman Gal
September 29th, 2009
7:48 pm
That was an awkward steal. If Ramirez would’ve held on, he’d have been out when he came off the bag…
Luck break.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:48 pm
a steal!!
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:48 pm
What the hell are you swinging at Adam
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
7:48 pm
Capt. Caveman McCann made a great catch by letting the ball come to his glove and not reaching out for it so he could make the quick tag.
THANK you!!
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
7:49 pm
Come on!
coach smith
September 29th, 2009
7:49 pm
OKAY….Huddy’s wife HAS TO GO NOW
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:49 pm
ah man
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:49 pm
DAMN!!!!!!!!!!
Scott
September 29th, 2009
7:49 pm
WTF was that LaRoche?
Trying to expand the zone so Hudson wouldn’t come up?
Guess what: free out for the Marlins to start the bottom of the third inning.
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
7:49 pm
N8–what is your degree in dude?
Steve
September 29th, 2009
7:49 pm
You are right “N8,” I do live in Atlanta. I am currently in Savannah for business you uneducated piece of crap. Otherwise I would be there.
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
7:50 pm
LaRoche…that was not a smart at-bat.
Not Armegeddon
September 29th, 2009
7:50 pm
N8
September 29th, 2009
7:47 pm
BTW, Steve. I graduated from college in 1991 and now make enough money owning my own business, where I can blog with my poor grammar all day long. How about you?
hehehehe Ball seems to be in your court, Steve hehehe
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:50 pm
Scott: RE: “Free out to start the next inning”
So are you talking about Hudson or McLouth
Jurrjens4NLCY - Fight Like A Moving, Counting, Believing Brave {UNTIL THE END!}
September 29th, 2009
7:50 pm
Guess what: free out for the Marlins to start the bottom of the third inning
3 free outs…
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
7:50 pm
Same thing BMac swung at, NS Steve…
LOL @ “Daddy hit a home run!!”
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:51 pm
4 hits in 2 innings, and some bullets to the warning track. Hudson isn’t fooling anybody. I hope next year Diaz isn’t a right fielder, I can only hope it will be Heyward.
coach smith
September 29th, 2009
7:51 pm
I think DIAZ leads off next inning people
coach smith
September 29th, 2009
7:51 pm
I’m gonna repost this for some positive vibes
The Braves are down in Georgia
Looking for a Wild Card to steal
The Rockies are in a bind cause we WERE way behind
and now we’re making them squeal
When they came across this Braves team playin’ and playin’ it hot
Then Rockies saw what was happening and said boys let me tell ya what
You’re playin pretty good ball but give the Rocks our due, we bet a Wild Card slot cause we think we’re better than you
Vasquez said well my name’s Javy here with Hanson, JJ, and Timmy too and we’ll take that bet and you’re gonna regret cause we’re the best there’s ever been
Resin up that bat and smack that ball hard cause the Rockies are out west and they are tryin’ to take the card and if you win you get that playoff spot that’s worth it weight in gold but if you lose the Rockies get your soul………
The Rockies said we’ll start this show but clunker flew from Marquis’ hand as he let the ball go and Miller smacked two out and as the ball maid an evil hiss and the Brew Crew joined in and it became obvious
When the Rockies finished, the Braves said pretty good try ole boys but sit right there and scoreboard watch as show you how it’s done
Chipper resin up your bat and Esco hit hard, cause the Rockies play out west and they are tryin to steal the Card, and if you win you get the playoff spot that’s worth its weight in gold, but if you lose the Rockies get your soul…
When the season finished the Rockies knew that they’d been beat and they laid that Wild Card banner down at Bobby’s feet….Bobby said come on back if you ever want to try again cause 14 in a row proves we’re the best there’s EVER BEEN!!!!!!!!
Go Braves
Roman Gal
September 29th, 2009
7:52 pm
I am currently in Savannah for business you uneducated piece of… Steve
Hey, hey, hey…be nice. We’re all rooting for the same team here, no?
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:52 pm
Jesus Hudson…
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:53 pm
He can’t put anyone away
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
7:53 pm
Steve–take a break, buddy. Not everyone’s as smart as you are (I guess…). It’s ok.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:53 pm
coach smith – pretty clever
Not Armegeddon
September 29th, 2009
7:53 pm
Hudson finally has a pretty good AB against a Marlin’s hitter and Maybin gets a broken bat dink.
Hope Hudson is finding his range.
Chris
September 29th, 2009
7:53 pm
well if the braves are gonna lose their only game that they can do, might as well lose tonight and win 5 straight to finish the season while still having a legitamate chance
Boo
September 29th, 2009
7:53 pm
How about an inning that DOESN’T start off with a leadoff baserunner, Tim?
Jurrjens4NLCY - Fight Like A Moving, Counting, Believing Brave {UNTIL THE END!}
September 29th, 2009
7:54 pm
F YEAH MCCANN!!!
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
7:54 pm
Good tag Marteen!
N8
September 29th, 2009
7:54 pm
Steve from OH. I was an art major. But never ended up doing anything with it. I own a photo studio and play in my bands. So Steve is right. I might as well have been “uneducated”, since I’m not using my degree.
Nice comeback Steve. Is that all you got? Can’t come up with anything with teeth, so you turn to insults? Priceless. Keep it coming dude, before long you’ll like and idiot, if you don’t already.
Boo
September 29th, 2009
7:54 pm
I think DIAZ leads off next inning people
That makes what LaRoche was doing even more inexplicable.
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
7:54 pm
Great play!! Hoo-hoo! On target! Thank you…
His double must be coming!
Jurrjens4NLCY - Fight Like A Moving, Counting, Believing Brave {UNTIL THE END!}
September 29th, 2009
7:54 pm
Braves are getting ALL THE CALLS!!!
Tomahawkin
September 29th, 2009
7:55 pm
Mitchell
Did you read Mark Bradley’s blog about fans in Atlanta not caring about the braves and all the reasons why…?
This is what got me…I remember watching this game for 5 hours as the post describes below
“If the Braves come up one game short, we can all look back to August 21, against the Marlins. I particularly made note of it for future reference. After that game is when I completely gave up on the Braves. I have not watched since then, and live out of state so cannot attend. After a long 2 1/2 hr. rain delay the Braves were losing 5-3 and it had been stopped in the middle of the ninth. When it was finally restarted and the Braves came up to bat it was very obvious what they were doing. It was in the 2AM area and they knew if they tied it up they could be there a long time. All they wanted to do was to go home. First batter up was CJ and he did not take any pitches even after a long delay to see if their pitcher had his control. He swung at a pitch way outside and softly lined it to third. Next Brian McCann who normally takes pitches and fouls a lot off, took none, and stuck out on a pitch way outside. Next LaRoche did take a pitch but then lined a hit to right and for some unknown reason tried to stretch it into a 2B, even though his run did not matter being 2 behind at that juncture. He would have been just as well off at first. He was thrown out by a mile. It was very obvious they only wanted to go home. Two comments by Joe Simpson verified my opinion. I have direct feed with no commercials and after the cut away he said, “well how do you like that”. I knew exactly what he was thinking. He even commented after CJ’s tap out, “I don’t know what his hurry is”. After staying up that late and seeing them give up like that turned me off, and I have not watched since. I predict they will come up one game short, and I hope they will all think back to that game. If they do get lucky and make the playoffs, being an avid Braves fan, I will watch but only because of my sincere allegiance. They really broke my heart that night.”
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
7:55 pm
HOUSTON (AP)–Former major leaguer Chuck Knoblauch has been charged with assaulting his common-law wife.
A judge set Knoblauch’s bond at $10,000 after he appeared in court Tuesday. According to a criminal complaint, Knoblauch’s wife told police he hit her in the face and then choked her at their Houston home on Friday.
Knoblauch’s attorney did not immediately return a telephone call Tuesday.
The 41-year-old former infielder is a Houston native and a four-time All-Star who played for the New York Yankees, Minnesota Twins and Kansas City Royals from 1991-02.
Knoblauch was one of more than 80 players who were accused of using performance-enhancing drugs in the 2007 Mitchell Report on baseball’s steroids era. Knoblauch later acknowledged using performance enhancers.
Chuck Knoblauch, clearly a winner in the game of life. F him. Cheating, loser piece of $***.
Chris
September 29th, 2009
7:55 pm
wow that inning changed in a hurry. now watch cantu hit one out…lol
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
7:55 pm
Good to see Mac get two good ones tonight. Now the rest of the D needs to step up.
Soph
September 29th, 2009
7:56 pm
Umpy’s into the game today.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:56 pm
nice one!!!!!!!!
coach smith
September 29th, 2009
7:56 pm
ty FEAR
joe
September 29th, 2009
7:56 pm
Why are some of you already conceding a loss? It’s mindboggling. We’re down by a run early in the game, with the momentum of 3 weeks of amazing baseball behind us. Geez
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
7:56 pm
N8–that’s interesting, man. I always had a high regard for the art people, as I can barely write my name much less draw something. I was always very impressed by y’all.
Now, if I could just learn that guitar…
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
7:56 pm
FUCANTU
Soph
September 29th, 2009
7:57 pm
Wow, this believe thing really caught on. It’s fun.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:57 pm
I never liked Chuck….
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
7:57 pm
Mac has really improved throwing out baserunners. He isn’t exactly Yadier Molina but he has improved.
Soph
September 29th, 2009
7:57 pm
Good job, Huddy!
Mac & Marteen too!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
7:58 pm
weel you can see that Hudson will give us a quality start, we just need to get some offense going Chipper needs to put some fire into this team.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
7:58 pm
Alrighty Matt, just get on base. Jeez!
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
7:58 pm
nice getting out of the jam their tim!!!
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
7:58 pm
Tomahawkin,
I don’t really follow you. Oh I see.
That was long.
Not Armegeddon
September 29th, 2009
7:58 pm
<<<< not conceding this game. Now if Marlins put a crooked number on the board later….. might be a different story
)
joe
September 29th, 2009
7:58 pm
This inning was amazing. It brought back momentum to the Braves via defense and pitching.
Jurrjens4NLCY - Fight Like A Moving, Counting, Believing Brave {UNTIL THE END!}
September 29th, 2009
7:59 pm
Soph & ALL,
Tonight we should have more believe promos
Carroll Rogers
September 29th, 2009
7:59 pm
i figure they ought to let all the people in the upper deck come down and sit with the folks in the lower deck, and fill the place in. might be more likely to stand up and yell, if the person beside you is doing it and not an empty seat
VaBraveFan
September 29th, 2009
8:00 pm
COACH SMITH
thats is freakin awesome man!! good work!!
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
8:01 pm
Lets get some runs off this over grown goof!
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
8:01 pm
Ouch.
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:01 pm
Diaz time to eat you’re favorite plate fish.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:01 pm
catch up to a fastball
Jake W.
September 29th, 2009
8:01 pm
Carroll, I was actually going to ask if they might actually do that. It’s a big park, pack them in close and it will be louder.
Soph
September 29th, 2009
8:02 pm
lol Carroll, good idea. Makes sense to me.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:02 pm
thats wut we needed
Efrim
September 29th, 2009
8:02 pm
I’m not into this kind of thinking, but beating Johnson tonight would be some sort of sign. A great sign.
Tomahawkin
September 29th, 2009
8:02 pm
Tomas
“Mac has really improved throwing out baserunners. He isn’t exactly Yadier Molina but he has improved.”
I made that point a long time ago during midseason
Our pitchers suck at holding runner on and keeping them honest on the Basepaths, which makes B-Macc look bad, furthermore everyone is quick to assume that B-Macc Sucks at throwing out baserunners, which isn’t the case because our pitchers have to rank among worst in the league as far as holding runners goes
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
8:02 pm
C’mon Huddy.
Jurrjens4NLCY - Fight Like A Moving, Counting, Believing Brave {UNTIL THE END!}
September 29th, 2009
8:02 pm
When Matt is on, hes on!
When hes off, hes off!
Kinda sounds like someone who was benched earlier this year…
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
8:02 pm
Interesting comment on the lighting in Turner Field.
It’s always been so dark. It definitely looks and feels a little dead sometimes.
Thank God. You know Matt wanted to swing at that $***.
Soph
September 29th, 2009
8:03 pm
JJ -
Good. I really liked the ones you guys made yesterday. I had fun going through them at work today.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:03 pm
lets drive him in
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:03 pm
Cmon NATE!
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
8:03 pm
Oh, Nate, how you need a hit here.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:03 pm
sac bunt time
Boo
September 29th, 2009
8:03 pm
Joe Simpson, a leadoff walk is not a “rally” when the next batter gives up one of your three precious outs in an inning.
pryguy
September 29th, 2009
8:03 pm
MattE!!!! well done.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:03 pm
take some pitches
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:04 pm
Come on a wild pitch
N8
September 29th, 2009
8:04 pm
Steve From OH, there was a photography course that was part of the program, and I never had any interest in it. It was required. The way I figured, the only thing I would ever use it for would be to take slides of my artwork. LOL. Then one opportunity led to another, and it just fell into my lap. I pretty much do all the sports photography for all the local high schools and jr. high schools, in and around my community, along with wedding photography and senior portraits and what not. Other than the weddings and senior photos, the rest isn’t too incredbily creative. Spend most of my time at my computer working on photoshop. Which is why I’ve got endless hours to blog. I just always had an eye for looking through the camera.
Don’t particularly like shooting the weddings, but not too many people are gonna gripe on making that kind of money for a “day’s work”, so I don’t turn them down. My wife gets pissed when I choose to go play a gig and make a few hundred bucks and turn down doing a wedding for a few grand. But I don’t hunt or fish, so the band is the hobby, and a guy has to have a break from work, right?
Ironically, I’ve probably spent 10 times as many hours in my lifetime working at being a good guitar player than I have working at my business that I make my living at. What’s cool, is that my kids are into it too, so eventually they can help out and expand the business, and someday take it over.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:04 pm
3-0
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
8:04 pm
Is Josh Johnson going to start walking like the dude last night?
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
8:05 pm
Our pitchers suck at holding runner on and keeping them honest on the Basepaths, which makes B-Macc look bad, furthermore everyone is quick to assume that B-Macc Sucks at throwing out baserunners, which isn’t the case because our pitchers have to rank among worst in the league as far as holding runners goes
Yeah, catcher’s CS% is like W/L or ERA for pitchers…it’s not entirely up to the catcher. I don’t place a lot of stock into it because of the pitcher’s impact on it. Gotta go off scouting reports and the like to really get a good feel on catcher’s defense. I personally won’t make any observations becase I don’t really know what I’m looking for compared to a professional.
Jurrjens4NLCY - Fight Like A Moving, Counting, Believing Brave {UNTIL THE END!}
September 29th, 2009
8:05 pm
Good. I really liked the ones you guys made yesterday. I had fun going through them at work today.
Thanks. That means a lot.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:05 pm
looks like there are some fans still coming
Soph
September 29th, 2009
8:06 pm
These are some high strikes.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:06 pm
working the count like it
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
8:06 pm
Rapuano….. a fish fan?
Abolish the FDA
September 29th, 2009
8:06 pm
They banned my favorite flavored tobacco.
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
8:06 pm
Eject Johnson!
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
8:06 pm
I thought so too, Braves=Believe.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:07 pm
that hurts
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:07 pm
This is our shot….cmon Bravitos!
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:07 pm
damn it come on PRADO!!!!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:07 pm
DAMN
pryguy
September 29th, 2009
8:07 pm
Is Johnson rattled!??
Boo
September 29th, 2009
8:07 pm
MARTEEEEEEEEEN!
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
8:07 pm
Uggghhhhh!
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
8:07 pm
Where is Kelly when we need him?
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:07 pm
DP perfect.
Soph
September 29th, 2009
8:08 pm
No e’s for you, Martin!
Innocent Bystander
September 29th, 2009
8:08 pm
Anyone have a link to watch the game?
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:08 pm
just one double!!
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
8:08 pm
I hate to criticize Bobby Cox again, really I do, but this line-up is f***ing retarded.
Why do you continue to use Nate McLouth as your lead-off hitter when he’s not hitting? Why do you bat Chipper Jones third when he’s batting 260? Why do you bat your homerun hitter 6th, 7th or 8th?
Dammit Martin. I can’t believe that. The guy’s missing all over the place and you swing right away.
GD it!
ChurchMan
September 29th, 2009
8:08 pm
need to be more patient in that spot marteen
Tomahawkin
September 29th, 2009
8:08 pm
This sucks!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:08 pm
Prado did the same thing yesterday when the bases were loaded, he jumped on the first pitch. THATS A BIG NO NO
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:09 pm
Dayem sheeeit
KnightInATL
September 29th, 2009
8:09 pm
Why does Prado seem so intent on swinging at the first pitch? Seems he did that all night last night as well.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:09 pm
awwwwww $HIT!
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
8:09 pm
DAMMIT
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
8:09 pm
With regard to the attendance – it’s easy if you live inside the perimeter to get to games. But, if you live more than 25 miles out of the perimeter and have to work the next day, it’s a lot more difficult. Generally, if I get to go to a weeknight game, I have to leave by the stretch in order to get home before 11 or so. Now, Friday, I’m not going to worry about it. But most any other night of the week, I have a real problem getting there and getting home at a decent hour in order to get up at 5 to get ready for work.
If the guys make it to the playoffs (and I BELIEVE), and if I could get a ticket to a playoff game, I would take the next day off just so I could go.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
8:09 pm
Looks like our “other” Braves tonight.
Bring on the Rox game.
Go Brewers.
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
8:09 pm
Joe Simpson, a leadoff walk is not a “rally” when the next batter gives up one of your three precious outs in an inning.
That logic really doesn’t apply when it’s the pitcher bunting, you know.
N8–good stuff, man. Can’t never go wrong doing what you like to do. Oops, my grammer done got wronged again. Dayum.
pryguy
September 29th, 2009
8:10 pm
Gotta be patient with Chipper and Mac behind him there and Johnson was wild that inning…Next time up Prado!!
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
8:10 pm
DANGIT, Prado!!
bravesgrl4life Good to see Mac get two good ones tonight.
Sure is! Now as far as his batting is concerned…
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:10 pm
well hopefully the fish stick to their plan and pull johnson after 5. and we can keep it 1-0 and then jump on the bullpen.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:10 pm
NEED FIRE
JEB
September 29th, 2009
8:10 pm
CR:
I agree!
They need to give out the call:
All of you in the upper deck…
“Come on Down!”
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
8:11 pm
This is pissing me off.
They win seven in a row and then they just act like they have no chance. Get a damn hit with runners on.
This guy is not God. Get some hits. Score some runs.
Come on Tim. One out, two more.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
8:11 pm
Ballgame
Soph
September 29th, 2009
8:11 pm
Fudge.
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:11 pm
settle down huddy
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:11 pm
Ground ball pitchers + up in the zone = That Dan Uggla AB
Jurrjens4NLCY - Fight Like A Moving, Counting, Believing Brave {UNTIL THE END!}
September 29th, 2009
8:11 pm
Dan, you one UGGLA MOTHER FUGGLA!!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:11 pm
That was right in his wheelhouse
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
8:11 pm
Damn. Well, at least Gload wasn’t on base.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
8:11 pm
They want this more.
a643dp
September 29th, 2009
8:11 pm
Flat out selfish baseball by Prado. The main goal for a good team would to be get Josh Johnson out of the game. He leaves a lot of games in the 5th and 6th. After a walk why the hell would you swing first pitch. THAT IS FLAT OUT SELFISH BASEBALL PERIOD!!!!!!!
pryguy
September 29th, 2009
8:12 pm
After reading Mixxo’s comment, I can’t do it tonight….blog or even read any of this during the game…Look forward to reading some of our other bloggers/Carroll’s stuff. Enjoy the game all!!
ChurchMan
September 29th, 2009
8:12 pm
the way he was pitching up, that was just waiting to happen
coach smith
September 29th, 2009
8:12 pm
that hurt
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:12 pm
This guy is a brave killer. 18 homers against the Braves in his carrer.
KnightInATL
September 29th, 2009
8:12 pm
Man…if we could rid ourselves of pitching to Uggla, Hanley and Ryan Howard, neither the Fish nor the Phils would ever beat us
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:12 pm
only 2 now……..yikes
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:12 pm
btw is ryan church hurt?
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
8:12 pm
Mitchell, shut up and quit being so pissy. Enjoy the game, dude. Keep on like this and you’ll be dead in 20 years from stress.
glord
September 29th, 2009
8:13 pm
Not looking good. Huddy does not have much movement tonight and they have actually missed some balls up in the zone. Hopefully he settles down and Johnson gets tired.
coach smith
September 29th, 2009
8:13 pm
Mixxo
come on with the “ballgame” stuff….it is th e4th inning
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
8:13 pm
3-0.
I guess the game’s over now. Can’t possibly come back from that.
That’s why people don’t believe. They just lose momentum out of nowhere.
Oh, solo shot. Nevermind. Still, two runs. Totally insurmountable.
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
8:13 pm
Dead center of the plate, belt-high. SHYTE.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
8:13 pm
pryguy –
See ya….wimp!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:14 pm
Cmon huddy. some reason i really wanted Hanson to pitch today
Mr. Enigma
September 29th, 2009
8:14 pm
Tim Hudson looks like garbage tonight.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:14 pm
hudson just doesn’t have it tonight. we gotta get KK or medlen in there
Chris
September 29th, 2009
8:15 pm
well this is ballgame…cant lose anymore after tonight
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
8:15 pm
Who designed that “Believe” sign with the exact same colors and design as the Israeli flag?
Rich
September 29th, 2009
8:15 pm
No offense, Carroll, but where’s Dave during the most exciting week of the 2009 Braves season?
Jimmy Joe
September 29th, 2009
8:15 pm
I think it’s time to go get him.
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
8:15 pm
To show you how awful Hudson is, the Marlins are a pretty bad hitting team right now & he can’t help but give em up. I’m disgusted!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:15 pm
where was that blue
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:16 pm
Hudson is pitching up a lot, hang a slider to the wrong guy.
atlwolf
September 29th, 2009
8:16 pm
GAAAH!!! Uggla kills the Braves.
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
8:16 pm
well this is ballgame…cant lose anymore after tonight
Well Chris is retard. Cant lose anymore time reading his posts.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:17 pm
NEED RUNS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Mr. Mouf
September 29th, 2009
8:17 pm
lets work some pitches this inning at least make him break a sweat
JEB
September 29th, 2009
8:17 pm
Joe:
Ryan Church was away at the end of last week – went home early expecting his wife to deliver a baby.
He is with the team – but still sitting on ready for delivery.
atlwolf
September 29th, 2009
8:18 pm
Top 5 Braves killers:
Howard
Uggla
Victorino
Nady
Ramirez
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
8:18 pm
My God, after Huddy gave up that shot from Uggla, he throws the very next pitch he floats a change right down the middle to Gload.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:19 pm
Need to get Johnson out of this ballgame somehow
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
8:19 pm
Wow Steve.
Was I talking **** to you? I don’t think so. Why don’t you relax?
Hey, maybe you’re right but I’m pretty sure there are better ways to say that. Please don’t tell me to shut up. Not an effective means of communication.
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
8:19 pm
Come on Chipper, answer that bomb by Fuggla
Kenny Powers
September 29th, 2009
8:19 pm
Lets go Hoss!!!
coach smith
September 29th, 2009
8:20 pm
Chipper got hose on that call
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:20 pm
Hopefully Carroll’s source is right and they take Johnson out after five.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:20 pm
Pedro Feliz hits a grand slam for the Phillies 5-1
ChurchMan
September 29th, 2009
8:21 pm
see marteen, he even walked chipper!!!!
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:21 pm
Come on Mac tie this game
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:21 pm
nice start….tie this brian!
SavBrave
September 29th, 2009
8:21 pm
Next Hurdle: Ed Rapuano’s Strike Zone
Carroll Rogers
September 29th, 2009
8:21 pm
Kawakami is up in the pen
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:21 pm
st louis not playing good ball lately 4-0 Reds.
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
8:21 pm
Or Mac. I’ll take it from either of you guys!
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:22 pm
Do the same you did against Roger Clemens. Really this guy is having some issues throwing strikes.
Carroll Rogers
September 29th, 2009
8:22 pm
Rich, he’ll be back tomorrow
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:22 pm
johnson’s control is getting shaky
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
8:22 pm
Sorry dude, but you b!tch and moan about something every 2 minutes. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the game. Drop in every now and then and make an insightful post–I know you’ve got it in you. I don’t particularly enjoy the “ballgame” and expletive ridden posts every 5 seconds in the 3rd inning, ok?
Eddie Haskell
September 29th, 2009
8:23 pm
KK warming up.
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
8:23 pm
Yes sir!
Shamus Thacker
September 29th, 2009
8:23 pm
First game I can remember when line-score wasn’t on AJC Braves page. Hope that ain’t jinxing em; get that thing up!
Tomahawkin
September 29th, 2009
8:23 pm
Atlwolf…
What Happened to Pujols as far as braves killers?
But then again Pujols kills everyone…
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:23 pm
WOOHOO!! LETS GO!
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
8:23 pm
Okay, not bad.
McFann, next time around it will be a double 
ChurchMan
September 29th, 2009
8:24 pm
If you’re going to make an out Loaf, make it a productive out
KnightInATL
September 29th, 2009
8:24 pm
C’mon, MAC!! My grandma would have made it to second on that.
RHR
September 29th, 2009
8:24 pm
As soon as I arrive….
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:24 pm
Wow Carroll is making some competion to Jeff Franceour on who has the best arm.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:24 pm
Just put the ball in play somewhere…other than a pop up and we have a run
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
8:24 pm
BEAT THE SHIFT!
Dang that guy for holding him to a single, though!
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:24 pm
YES!!!
Big John
September 29th, 2009
8:24 pm
say goodbye to the post season, these bums are toast!
P. W. Hjort
September 29th, 2009
8:24 pm
I like Garret Anderson up in this situation.
Jake W.
September 29th, 2009
8:24 pm
I agree with the announcers, bad at bat by Prado the inning before. Make this guy work like Mac and Chipper have. Now we are in business. GA does the same thing to sometime, hopefully he will be patient.
KnightInATL
September 29th, 2009
8:25 pm
Let’s go GA!!! Base hit…or a Bomb will work. Either way.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
8:25 pm
Carroll Rogers
September 29th, 2009
8:21 pm
Kawakami is up in the pen
Thank goodness!!!!!!
At least this gives us a chance.
sidslidkid
September 29th, 2009
8:25 pm
Lets go GA!!!
Efrim
September 29th, 2009
8:25 pm
Come on GA!
Eddie Haskell
September 29th, 2009
8:25 pm
Sorry!
sidslidkid
September 29th, 2009
8:25 pm
WOOHOO!!!
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:26 pm
yes, way to go GA.
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
8:26 pm
Good job, Chipper!
KnightInATL
September 29th, 2009
8:26 pm
Nice job, boys!! Got one back.
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
8:26 pm
Nice!!!
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:26 pm
okay….c’mon…2-1 ballgame
Jake W.
September 29th, 2009
8:26 pm
There we go. Let’s go Esco.
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:26 pm
Come on yunel a homer or a gapper.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:26 pm
alright!!!!! esco time!
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:26 pm
Big John….why dont you just wait till 8:40 and watch your Rockies ‘tap out’ lol
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
8:27 pm
Now, lets get 3 more!
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
8:27 pm
YES!! Nice job, GA!
bravesgrl4life–
Yeah it will!! He’s just getting warmed up.
Carroll Rogers
September 29th, 2009
8:27 pm
Thanks Tomas….Ha!
Shamus, I put in a word with the desk re: the linescore. No sense in messing with anything now.
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
8:27 pm
Lets go Esco, lets go!!!!!!
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:27 pm
KNOCK THIS MAN OUT OF THE BALLGAME
Shamus Thacker
September 29th, 2009
8:27 pm
Hey McFann, has Rally McTurtle become a McTurtleBird? Quite a wing-span he’s sprouted. lol J/K
sidslidkid
September 29th, 2009
8:28 pm
Dirty pitch…..
Tomahawkin
September 29th, 2009
8:28 pm
Steve From OH
I’ve actually calmed down since I called the season after getting swepted by the Reds and dropping 2 of 3 to the AAA Padres
If I thought this team still had a chance then I’d be sounding off like Mitchell
Most fans blatently fail to get back on the bandwagon because the braves have sucked in big games all season…
Look at the Big games against the Phillies at home in the second half where the fans showed up and the team came out flat. So I for one can’t blame people not showing up…
Shamus Thacker
September 29th, 2009
8:28 pm
Cool Carroll, thanks so much!
Chris
September 29th, 2009
8:28 pm
escobar just swung at ball 3. come on guys, he could be well over 70 pitches right now if we didnt make some stupid mistakes at the plate!
glord
September 29th, 2009
8:28 pm
We need to be patient. Prado let him off the hook last inning swinging at the first pitch when he was struggling
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:29 pm
damn
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
8:29 pm
Can we please not strand Brian out there. Adam Bomb time!
Tomahawkin
September 29th, 2009
8:29 pm
Esco’s trying at least, Nice…!
glord
September 29th, 2009
8:29 pm
Time for an Adam Bomb. That would be nice.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:29 pm
LaRoche this we need you
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:29 pm
Oh man they’re showing the top 10 moments in marlins season, #10 Gloads homer to win it against Soriano.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:30 pm
Nice to see LaRoche is hitting the ball hard
glord
September 29th, 2009
8:30 pm
That was not even a fire cracker.
Chris
September 29th, 2009
8:30 pm
If they let all of the people in the upper deck move down to the lower deck, the people who paid more for those lower level seats would complain.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:30 pm
down by 1 run. looks like braves are starting to get to him.
Chris
September 29th, 2009
8:30 pm
darn… ok gotta hold them here. long as we’re only losing by a run or two, there’s a chance.
ChurchMan
September 29th, 2009
8:30 pm
no more giving up hits and putting guys on base, and no more giving up runs … got it Hudson!?
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
8:30 pm
No Hudson, go back to the bench. KK might give a chance here.
Jake W.
September 29th, 2009
8:31 pm
Esco swung at a strike, just hit it to the wrong part of the park. Adam however does not look good against Johnson, but hey a run on the board.
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
8:31 pm
If I thought this team still had a chance then I’d be sounding off like Mitchell
What is the point of it, though? It’s not constructive and doesn’t add much to the discussion. Hey, I don’t like GA out there in left and I’m thoroughly confused about the Greg Norton Chronicles, but you don’t hear me spouting it every 2 seconds. Collect your thoughts and make a well-formulated, rational post. More people will take notice and start a really good discussion over it, I’m willing to bet.
Remember your “head of the class” stuff? That gets a lot more play that some tirades every 2 minutes, no?
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
8:31 pm
If I thought this team still had a chance then I’d be sounding off like Mitchell
What is the point of it, though? It’s not constructive and doesn’t add much to the discussion. Hey, I don’t like GA out there in left and I’m thoroughly confused about the Greg Norton Chronicles, but you don’t hear me spouting it every 2 seconds. Collect your thoughts and make a well-formulated, rational post. More people will take notice and start a really good discussion over it, I’m willing to bet.
Remember your “head of the class” stuff? That gets a lot more play that some tirades every 2 minutes, no?
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
8:31 pm
Hey, at least we’re not gonna get shut out.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:31 pm
well cut it in half
Epinephrine
September 29th, 2009
8:31 pm
All right on the board! Gotta hold em. If we keep them at 2 runs, Braves will win this game.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:32 pm
For the love of all that is holy could we please hold them here…and not immediately give up that run we just got
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:32 pm
cmon huddy
Tomahawkin
September 29th, 2009
8:33 pm
On the Braves fans in Atlanta issue…?
Has anyone noticed that Latinos in Atlanta don’t know that the city has a baseball team…Cheesewhiz…! It’s not like the braves have had any good latin players…
Over the years We’ve had Galarraga, Renteria (Columbia), Furcal, etc, but I rarely see Latinos come to Tooner Field, it’s like Latinos in Atlanta don’t know baseball exists…
Latino’s/Hispanics in LA go all out for their teams…Even the Marlins have a bigger hispanic fanbase. What Gives…?
Shamus Thacker
September 29th, 2009
8:33 pm
Y’all can rest easy now. Line-score is up and we immediately score a run. Many more to come!
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:33 pm
probably hudson’s last inning
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:34 pm
Awesome Hudson…Walk thwe lead-off guy….just awesome
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
8:34 pm
KK…..you warm yet?
glord
September 29th, 2009
8:35 pm
Tim please get a lead off hitter tonight.
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
8:35 pm
We’re certainly not helping Tommy Hanson’s ROTY push
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:35 pm
Colombia
Capt Caveman
September 29th, 2009
8:35 pm
steve from OH — that’s one of the reasons i don’t blog during games too much. Who wants to listen to the constant bitch and moan over every little thing.
Baseball is a game of mistakes and saves, outs and comebacks. If they don’t understand that then they aren’t worth listening too.
Shamus Thacker
September 29th, 2009
8:35 pm
I like Hudson, but I like Vazquez more.
Tomahawkin
September 29th, 2009
8:36 pm
Steve From OH
I’m Glad You Remember my “Head of the Class Post” I did after the all-star break. I will do another one after seasons end…
As Far as the Knee-jerk reactions goes…
I think most fans on here have a college football type mentality when it comes to watching the games therefore we spout off after almost every out made…
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:36 pm
Oh MY GOD
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:36 pm
Hudson for god sake.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:36 pm
That’s the ballgame….God Damn it Hudson….Strugglin from pitch number 1
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
8:37 pm
I think Hudson would be better served in the pen now. At first, no because they did need to see where he was & I think it’s pretty obvious he can still get guys out. But, KK is a better choice to start now.
OMG, another HR. All we can do now is hope Colorado loses tonight.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
8:37 pm
4-1.
Yeah, I don’t know what I’m talking about. Suck on that!
KnightInATL
September 29th, 2009
8:37 pm
Horrible location all night for Hudson. Leaving pitches up. He’s lucky he’s only been tagged for 4 runs.
Firearm
September 29th, 2009
8:37 pm
Kenshin time
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:37 pm
uuhhhggg!!!!! DAMN!!!!
Frankie Knuckles
September 29th, 2009
8:37 pm
This ones on Tim………….
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:37 pm
We really need this game
A FAN
September 29th, 2009
8:37 pm
season ova!
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
8:37 pm
T-Hawkin–yeah, but it’s the wrong mentality to take for pro baseball. Totally apples-to-oranges, dude.
Mr. Enigma
September 29th, 2009
8:38 pm
Tim Hudson looks like total garbage tonight. He’s leaving everything up. Get his ass out of the game.
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
8:38 pm
This is exactly what I was afraid of happening — Hudson sucking.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:38 pm
Need the Rockies too lose
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:38 pm
still got 5 innings…………………man
Will
September 29th, 2009
8:38 pm
Throw tim hudson in a playoff atmosphere and he sucks!! I had a bad feeling all day he wouldnt bring his A game
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:38 pm
I think we were all affraid of Hudson sucking
BravesChick
September 29th, 2009
8:38 pm
Oh good grief…
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
8:38 pm
Yeah, Johnson, laugh it up big boy. I’ll bet that ugly MF ain’t had p*s** since p*s** had him.
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:39 pm
I bring KK to start the 6th no doubt.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:39 pm
3 runs down crap
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:39 pm
i think tim rushed back too early from TJ. we didn’t need the extra help.
ChurchMan
September 29th, 2009
8:39 pm
Everyone says they’re playing relaxed maybe Hudson was pitching too relaxed … probably even forgot they were only 2 back.
Jake W.
September 29th, 2009
8:39 pm
He’s been up but the low strikes he isn’t getting called isn’t helping either. Still 5 innings and Josh Johnson isn’t sharp. Got to hold them right there.
pryguy
September 29th, 2009
8:39 pm
Plenty of game to play….
Chris
September 29th, 2009
8:40 pm
Maybin is awful, no excuse giving a hr to that rookie.
P. W. Hjort
September 29th, 2009
8:40 pm
Ross Gload = Hudson’s last batter?
Should've been KK
September 29th, 2009
8:40 pm
This is the guy we want to keep over JV? I’m not buying trading Javy Vasquez. Also too bad we let this guy bump KK who delivers in big games. Hudson was good but not great before the injury, I don’t see why the Braves can’t pick up his option and trade him and Lowe both.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:40 pm
Greg Norton time in the bottom of the inning
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:40 pm
Offense needs to pick it up. win as a team, lose as a team. we should be able to get 4 measly runs
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:40 pm
Hudson is wild, didnt Kenshin own the Marlins this year
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
8:40 pm
Pretty simple really, they panicked and rushed Hudson up before he’s “really” ready. Throw him in the biggest game of the year and……………..
….there ya have it.
Mr. Enigma
September 29th, 2009
8:41 pm
Kawakami always brings it in big games. Hudson does not. Even Hudson admits he lets himself get too amped up in big games.
Shamus Thacker
September 29th, 2009
8:41 pm
I’d do everything I could to keep Vazquez, let Huddy fall where he may next year…
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
8:41 pm
Shamus–
Haha! No, Rally’s just nervous…and intense. He for whatever reason feels the need to spread his legs out real far and stiff when he’s nervous.
4-1…crud!!
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:41 pm
Anyone else think Don Sutton sounds a bit like Clark Howard?
Chris
September 29th, 2009
8:41 pm
this was the game that if we were going to lose, this was it. against josh johnson and 5 games to go, this was the only loss we could endure and still make it to the playoffs. we gotta win tomorrow and sweep the nationals which could seriously happen. We couldnt win this game, but our chances are still alive. good night, folks. lets get em tomorrow!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:42 pm
If the Braves want to win in the Postseason, they first have to show us they can win when they are trailing by 3+ runs
P. W. Hjort
September 29th, 2009
8:42 pm
Medlen or Kawakami?
Firetheoldfool
September 29th, 2009
8:42 pm
ok. Get Hudson’s sorry butt out. Bobby go ahead and bring in your man crush.
Shamus Thacker
September 29th, 2009
8:42 pm
LOL@McFann He could out-swim Phelps with those rally flippers…
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
8:43 pm
Hey, we could still win this game…
Another good song for the Braves would be “Come Together” by Third Day. Love that song…
P. W. Hjort
September 29th, 2009
8:43 pm
The “Checkers Wings” commercial is the worst
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:43 pm
Its always fun when they can fight back, its far from over
Efrim
September 29th, 2009
8:43 pm
Well, ya can’t get great pitching performances EVERY single night out. Sometimes you gotta come back on a team. Let’s see if the Braves can pull one out.
Chris
September 29th, 2009
8:43 pm
The Braves are not letting Vazquez go anywhere and are not going to shop him. Did you see him pitch this year, he was our ace, hands down all year.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:44 pm
ok let’s just chip away at this thing. and it’s a big game so KK shuts ‘em down the rest of the way
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:44 pm
alright Matty lets get somthin goin,
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:44 pm
this is a big inning, to show were not totally dead
BravesChick
September 29th, 2009
8:44 pm
McFann – Love that song!
Time to score some runs… please?
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
8:44 pm
Shamus–
He could out-swim Phelps with his eyes shut!
P. W. Hjort The “Checkers Wings” commercial is the worst
Yes…it is…
But still…I WANT WINS!!
pryguy
September 29th, 2009
8:44 pm
Mixxo,
How do you figure they rush Huddy? Wasn’t KK pitching quite well for a number 5? Didn’t he pitch well enough to earn Bobby’s confidence as a number 5? You make no sense, Hudson has been pitching well since he’s come back. You base your comments and judgments on one outing. Intelligent choice dude.
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
8:44 pm
Steve, I don’t know who you’re talking to at this point, me or Tomahawkin, but I was never talking to you at any point so… I don’t know.
Don’t tell people to shut up and then relax. That doesn’t work.
BravesfaninWis
September 29th, 2009
8:45 pm
If the Braves shop Vazquez and keep Hudson that will be a huge mistake
While Vazquez is going out and pitching his heart out, Hudson is walking everyone then giving up RBI doubles to a opposing pitcher when that pitcher is down 0-2 in the count.. Not only is Tim Hudson on the verge of wasting our win streak, he is single handily blowing away our chances at the playoffs.. Thanks Tim Hudson, I hope you are packing after the game and on your way out of Atlanta.. You are not worth 2 million a year let alone 12 million for next year.. The Braves would be down right stupid to pick up that option.. Good riddance..
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:45 pm
Braves just cant get around to the Fastball
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
8:45 pm
P. W. Hjort -
Certainly NOT Medlen. We need someone in there with some guts. KK.
Little Krissy might pee his pants on his way in from the pen.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:46 pm
Norton just dont swing
Chris
September 29th, 2009
8:46 pm
I repeat the Braves ARE NOT GOING TO SHOP VAZQUEZ.
BravesChick
September 29th, 2009
8:46 pm
YAY, GREG NORTON TIME!
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:46 pm
Kenshin did not own the Marlins…
I remember in Florida…it looked like batting practise
Brian the Brain
September 29th, 2009
8:46 pm
Hey Great. We got Hudson and Norton out of the game.
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:46 pm
leadoff hitter on against marquis
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:46 pm
christ on a crutch. matt hasn’t done $hit in a week
Firetheoldfool
September 29th, 2009
8:46 pm
Cox your man crush is in to make an out. Does anyone understand why this old fool will continue to put this POS guy in there.
Couch Tater
September 29th, 2009
8:46 pm
Totally apples-to-oranges, dude.
Did I read apples to oranges? I’ve been waiting for that Steve OH.
http://improbable.com/airchives/paperair/volume1/v1i3/air-1-3-apples.html
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:47 pm
3-2
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:47 pm
you gotta be kidding me
Capt Caveman
September 29th, 2009
8:47 pm
WOW — no faith whatsoever from some of you supposed ” fans ” ……
Braves will make a comeback bid in this game, and if and when they do everyone of you should post an “I’m sorry for being a lame a$$ supporter”
Go Bravos !!!!
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
8:47 pm
Good news – no one can complain about Norton batting in a crucial late-inning situation tonight – KEY WALK!
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:47 pm
Give Norton some credit…Good AB
Carroll Rogers
September 29th, 2009
8:47 pm
Greg Norton is on base. How you guys holding up?
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:48 pm
Nate needs to step it up
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:48 pm
wow he got on
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
8:48 pm
YES! Greg Norton is batting!
I’m seriously glad that he’s hitting here, cause that means that he won’t be pinch-hitting at a more vital moment of the game in later innings. Come on Norty!
Firetheoldfool
September 29th, 2009
8:48 pm
Now to follow the obvious stupidity of our HOF manager, he will put Medlin in to finish us off for the night and the season.
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
8:48 pm
Brewers threatning in the 1st.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:48 pm
Carroll how many people are at the ballgame
pryguy
September 29th, 2009
8:48 pm
Brewers threatening in the top of the 1st
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:48 pm
we need some doubles
Paul Lentz
September 29th, 2009
8:48 pm
How in the world can Josh Johnson walk Greg “cant hit his way out of a paper bag” Norton?
Perhaps Greg Norton should be called a “pinch walk specialist” instead of a pinch hitter because he cant hit worth SHYT.
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
8:49 pm
I can’t believe we’re not pinch running for Norton.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:49 pm
Pirates let go of Nate for a reason, they saw something
sum guy
September 29th, 2009
8:49 pm
surprising that Norton didn’t get lost on his way to first
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
8:50 pm
Or start walking to third.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:50 pm
So Nate McLouth…take a fastball right down the middle and swings at one up by his eyes.
richbrave
September 29th, 2009
8:50 pm
Top of the first bases loaded one out for the BREW-Crew. DP finishers the inning. ROX coming to bat.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:51 pm
Prado please get on for Chipper
Firetheoldfool
September 29th, 2009
8:51 pm
If we lose this thing I think you can think McCouth and Diaz for their striking out ability.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
8:51 pm
“The book” on someone struggling…….high cheese.
You’d think Nate would know that.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:51 pm
mclouth has been worthless
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
8:51 pm
DAMMIT MCLOUTH
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:52 pm
I know Nates week spot High inside fastball
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
8:52 pm
Don’t tell people to shut up and then relax. That doesn’t work.
Only if you’re very tightly wound, as it appears you are. Don’t take it so personally; wasn’t intended that way. Chill.
TX Intern
September 29th, 2009
8:52 pm
Carroll-
How’s the press box? You know these guys are baffled with Norton gets on base.
McFann =Ô=
September 29th, 2009
8:52 pm
BravesChick–
Yeah…it’s a good song.
I’d take a bases loaded double in this inning, but that’s just me…
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:52 pm
alright lets cash in
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
8:53 pm
Come on Chipper dammit.
Get a hit. Why are we not pinch running for Norton? I don’t get it.
Frankie Knuckles
September 29th, 2009
8:53 pm
Thank-you Hanley defense
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:53 pm
So….Here’s our rock….in a big spot in the game…
C’mon Chipper
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:53 pm
CMON LARRY
P. W. Hjort
September 29th, 2009
8:53 pm
I’m calling a 3-run jack right here.
pryguy
September 29th, 2009
8:53 pm
big spot chipper
Firetheoldfool
September 29th, 2009
8:53 pm
McClouth why don’t you go back to the bench and let Norton replace you. At least Norton can get on base with a walk every once and a while.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:53 pm
This is our chance, dont blow it
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:53 pm
man one swing could tie this…………..can’t look
Frankie Knuckles
September 29th, 2009
8:54 pm
A 3 run bomb and I’m getting bombed
Paul Lentz
September 29th, 2009
8:54 pm
The Braves losing this game wont be the end of the world. This was the one game that I was looking at in the last 13 games of the season that I felt that the Braves could lose. By winning our previous 7 games, we gave ourselves a little breathing room. However, if we lose this game, we HAVE to win the remaining 5 to have any shot.
Still, this game is far from over. Johnson looks like he is tiring. Plus that Marlins bullpen isnt exactly shutting people down. At most Johnson will last 6 innings, which will give us 3 cracks at that Marlins bullpen.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:54 pm
WHERE WAS THAT
P. W. Hjort
September 29th, 2009
8:55 pm
HOME RUN COUNT.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:55 pm
good pitch to hit
sidslidkid
September 29th, 2009
8:55 pm
THAT WAS A HUGE WALK!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:55 pm
Loaded for BIG MAC
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
8:56 pm
No pressure, big guy…
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:56 pm
Huge part of this ball game and we need a clutch hit….
ChurchMan
September 29th, 2009
8:56 pm
big spot for Mac, need to deliver in these spots with the bases loaded
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:56 pm
cmon MAC
bird
September 29th, 2009
8:56 pm
Hudson’s fresh off of Tommy John surgery, was he really ready to be thrust into a situation like tonight> I like Hudson but I dont think so. When he was announced as tonight’s starter I knew that would be dangerous. Go Braves!
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:56 pm
lol Vinings Jim
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
8:56 pm
Couch Tater–well, I stand corrected, LOL! I’ll re-phrase: It’s like comparing apples to rutabagas.
Paul Lentz
September 29th, 2009
8:56 pm
I think that we got a break on that 3-1 pitch. Or perhaps Chipper’s eye at the plate got the umpire’s call in our favor.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:56 pm
could use a walk
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
8:56 pm
Keep throwing balls Johnson!
3 more walks back-to-back-to-back and it’s tied…
Paul Lentz
September 29th, 2009
8:56 pm
This would be a GREAT TIME for our first grand slam of the year.
Inspect 'er Gadget
September 29th, 2009
8:56 pm
Mitchell: “Don’t tell people to shut up and then relax. That doesn’t work.”
Too right, noisome gnat.
How ’bout ’shut up and swallow your tongue, mite’?
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:56 pm
grand………..slam
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
8:57 pm
Scenario…..
A granny would be kinda nice here.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:57 pm
LOVE THE NOISE
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:57 pm
BELIEVE!! im so freaking anxious
AndyC
September 29th, 2009
8:57 pm
Come on BMac!
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:57 pm
Come on crush it Mac
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
Damn
sidslidkid
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
left the bases loaded…….
joe
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
damn.
ChurchMan
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
mac … fail
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
BALLGAME….
P. W. Hjort
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
Mac, that is so god damn terrible.
Nick
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
Rockies winning already. This could be the end of the season.
sum guy
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
ouch
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
sheeesh
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
Count de Monet
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
effing Cann
atlwolf
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
Only NL team without a grand slam this year. Pretty sad.
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
Glass half full – he threw a lot of pitches?
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
3-0
Adda Boy Huddy
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
I wish Chipper wouldn’t have walked there. Love McCann, but Chipper is who we need in the clutch. Oh well, this game isn’t over yet!
Firetheoldfool
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
McCann you no clutch hitting goof.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
Not going to get too many opportunities like that
Carroll Rogers
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
Kawakami coming in. 91 pitches for Johnson through five.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:58 pm
That really is killing me on the inside
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
8:59 pm
uhg
AndyC
September 29th, 2009
8:59 pm
That was disappointing. How many more opportunities are we gonna get in this game?
pryguy
September 29th, 2009
8:59 pm
I think we just threw away our best chance there…
BravesfaninWis
September 29th, 2009
8:59 pm
Enter your comments here
Mr. Enigma
September 29th, 2009
8:59 pm
They’re not winning this game. A crappy performance from Tim Hudson doesn’t mean you can get away going 0-for-everything with RISP like last night.
Frankie Knuckles
September 29th, 2009
8:59 pm
AHHHHHHHH, good cut, just a little under it.
Nick
September 29th, 2009
8:59 pm
Thats the season folks.
RHR
September 29th, 2009
8:59 pm
richbrave
September 29th, 2009
8:59 pm
1-0 COLORADO.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
8:59 pm
Col 1 Mil 0
KnightInATL
September 29th, 2009
9:00 pm
My remote control is now strewn across the carpet in approximately 50 different pieces.
Paul Lentz
September 29th, 2009
9:00 pm
We still have 4 more cracks to score 3 runs. There’s a chance that Johnson is done for the night. If so, then there is no reason to think that we cant come back.
However, if the bullpen doesnt hold them, it wont matter. We need a shutdown performance from the pen tonight.
O.J.
September 29th, 2009
9:00 pm
are you frickin kidding me?!?!?!? A pop up?? What kind of crap is that? That was our prime opportunity to put a few up on the board and our clean up hitter pops up. Thats so great!!!
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
9:00 pm
At least Johnson is out of the game you woud think.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
9:00 pm
Col -1 Mil -0
Will
September 29th, 2009
9:00 pm
Needed something there. this game is over
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
9:00 pm
When’s the last time Kawakami pitched…this could be ugly
Adda Boy Huddy
September 29th, 2009
9:00 pm
Here’s KK, who shoulda started based on his record against aces this year, go KK!
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
9:00 pm
SHYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYTE
ChurchMan
September 29th, 2009
9:00 pm
that was probably Johnson’s last inning and they wasted some good opportunities to score off of him. Now they’ll have to contend with a new pitcher
Firetheoldfool
September 29th, 2009
9:01 pm
Kind of fitting for the season to end on the McCann choke. We have been leaving tons of men on base all year and the pitching has kept us in games. Hudson did not.
RHR
September 29th, 2009
9:01 pm
I mean, I knew that it would be tough with our #5 vs their #1 but I was hoping for some magic. At least he didn’t swing at ball 4. Go KK!
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
9:01 pm
I think the crowd noise scared McCann. They’re not used to that…though neither is Josh Johnson…
Should've been KK
September 29th, 2009
9:01 pm
Y’all didn’t really expect Chipper or McCann to come up big here did ya? Let’s face it, they’re both good players, but they aren’t carrying the team through this hot streak. Now we will bring in someone who probably has no business pitching middle relief.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
9:01 pm
oh yeah…the save game NM
Innocent Bystander
September 29th, 2009
9:01 pm
8 days since KK has pitched.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
9:01 pm
Watch Uggla on this first pitch.
Nick
September 29th, 2009
9:01 pm
3 back with 5 to play. HAVE to go 5-0 the rest of the way to even have a small chance.
John
September 29th, 2009
9:01 pm
You have to be kidding me!!!! We have left HOW MANY ON and have scored ONE run???? COME ON BRAVES!!
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:01 pm
Would you doofuses quit calling a 3 run game over in the 6th?
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
9:01 pm
How is the Marlins bullpen
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
9:01 pm
That was our chance right there and we blew it.
Adda Boy Huddy
September 29th, 2009
9:01 pm
And you people calling ballgame already are crazy, it’s the 6th inning and the Marlins are going to their pen… they’re very mortal and beatable pen.
atlwolf
September 29th, 2009
9:02 pm
When you’re the only NL team without a grand slam, that speaks volumes about your clutch hitting.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
9:02 pm
I wish Mac would have taken another pitch…but he’s our “clean-up hitter” and he’s not getting paid to walk…
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:02 pm
On a more rational note, I say that one more bad play by McCann and we kick McFann off the blog.
BravesfaninWis
September 29th, 2009
9:03 pm
If Tim Hudson accomplished one thing tonight, its that he screwed up chemistry with this team.. We have been playing lights out for a while now and when it gets down to crunch time, he falters miserably.. Giving up big hits to their pitcher, giving up home runs because he get hit his spots.. You knew he was in trouble early when he was giving up hits in the air, and their outs were in the air.. He is a ground ball pitcher and he didn’t have it.. You expect more out of a high priced veteran, but the truth is, I would rather have Jurrgens or Hanson on the mound any day over Tim Hudson.. Let him go cost another team a boat load of money.. By allowing him to walk, we can resign LaRoche and get us a LF bat..
Paul Lentz
September 29th, 2009
9:03 pm
I’m not going to dogg McCann for not coming through there. Josh Johnson is a tough pitcher. He threw a tailing fastball that McCann didnt make good contact with.
We still have 12 more outs. Long ways from being over.
jaduba
September 29th, 2009
9:03 pm
Rockies out in front of Brew Crew already!
Will
September 29th, 2009
9:03 pm
Doesnt matter if Johnson is out of the game braves are not hitting, nor did they hit a lick last night.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
9:03 pm
12 outs 4 runs to win
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:03 pm
On a more rational note, I say that one more bad play by McCann and we kick McFann off the blog
Daybed Wagmoe
September 29th, 2009
9:03 pm
As maddening and infuriating as that McCann pop-up was…there’s still plenty of baseball left to be played. Gotta put that inning behind you and look ahead.
LET’S GO BRAVES!!
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
9:04 pm
nice K KK!
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:04 pm
Don’t know why that showed up twice, but okay.
Jake W.
September 29th, 2009
9:04 pm
Seriously though, the Rockies have a 1 run lead, and we still have 4 innings to hit. Calm down people.
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
9:04 pm
When you’re the only NL team without a grand slam, that speaks volumes about your clutch hitting.
Good Lord…
A-ville Ranger
September 29th, 2009
9:04 pm
If we lose tonight, McCann’s pop up will likely be the death nail of the season.Let’s be honest, three back in the loss column with five to go would be damn near impossible to overcome.
sidslidkid
September 29th, 2009
9:04 pm
I’m sad.
Mr. Enigma
September 29th, 2009
9:04 pm
Brian McCann is a horrible clean-up hitter. Escobar should be #4 in the line-up.
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:05 pm
For those of you judging a team by the number of grand slams they have this year – BoSox have 1. The Yankees have 2.
Tomahawkin
September 29th, 2009
9:05 pm
Mitchell’s gonna have a BF within the next hour…I’m glad I gave up on the team after the reds series. I just saved myself a lot of agony. I wasn’t going to let Bobby and his Posse play with my emotions again just because they pounded on AAA teams over the last 2 weeks…
And just because I gave up on them 3 weeks ago doesn’t mean I’m not a fan…I will support them even though our manager can’t leave soon enough…Most of the new bloggers who have come on within the last week or so will dissappear within the next day or two, and will be back opening day next year
Boo
September 29th, 2009
9:05 pm
Oh look, the man who SHOULD have started tonight, coming in way too late.
Because Lord knows we needed the Tim Hudson, return from Tommy Johnson surgery experiment out there.
Soph
September 29th, 2009
9:05 pm
Geez jeffrey – you posted that twice. I guess you’re serious.
jaduba
September 29th, 2009
9:05 pm
Where’s Church? Diaz has looked bad the past 2 nights.
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:05 pm
If Escobar is hitting cleanup, that leaves about 238497 lefties hitting in a row. He needs to be 6 to break them up.
Will
September 29th, 2009
9:05 pm
BravesfaninWis,
Wish somebody would have pointed out to huddy that the calendar doesnt say october yet, and it was still okay to pitch well. Lowe and Hudson scare the crap out of me, i havent even been worried w JJ, Hanson or vazcuez pitching these last few weeks
Carroll Rogers
September 29th, 2009
9:06 pm
Yep that’s it for Johnson after five
kirkinga
September 29th, 2009
9:06 pm
I guess it’s true what they say about “absence making the heart grow fonder”.
For 4 months people were all over Kawakami, now after he takes one for the team, so to speak, everyone wants their Kenshin back…lol!
I love this place.
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
9:06 pm
It’s not over until it’s over.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
9:06 pm
ok let’s get a couple…or one
AndyC
September 29th, 2009
9:06 pm
I sure how we can do something with the Marlins bullpen.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
9:06 pm
hopefully johnson is done
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
9:06 pm
B.E.L.I.E.V.E
or something like that people….
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:06 pm
Geez jeffrey – you posted that twice. I guess you’re serious.
McFann – I wasn’t serious
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
9:06 pm
It’s good to know that some people can declare season over, see you next year ten days in a row, and still be here moaning and groaning because our #5 pitcher did not pitch as well as we would have liked…
BravesfaninWis
September 29th, 2009
9:06 pm
This could very well be the game that costs us the season and the playoffs.. If the Rockies win, we may as well forget about the playoffs.. We do play 4 against the Nats, but you expect more out of a veteran pitcher like Tim Hudson.. If the young pitchers are dominating, what does that say for Hudson? To me it says, you are not worth bringing back next year.. May as well try to get Vazquez to sign a long term contract and let Hudson walk..
Paul Lentz
September 29th, 2009
9:06 pm
Good, not we can focus on the Marlins bullpen.
Good job Kawakami. The ideal thing would be for Kawakami to go 4 innings (resting the bullpen) AND us beating up on the Marlins bullpen.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
9:07 pm
put up a 6 spot here BRAVOS!!!!
John
September 29th, 2009
9:07 pm
I have a feeling that we should have started KK for this game.
Mr. Enigma
September 29th, 2009
9:07 pm
Tie game 1-1 in Colorado
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
9:07 pm
1-1 Mil/Col
Paul Lentz
September 29th, 2009
9:07 pm
Brewers just tied it 1-1.
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
9:07 pm
Brewers have tying run on 3rd, 1 out…
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
9:07 pm
BREW CREW ties it up!!!!
Couch Tater
September 29th, 2009
9:07 pm
McFann,
I think I here Petey squawking.
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
9:07 pm
Ok, I’m a little slow I guess…Tie game like Lentz said.
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:08 pm
You know who has 7 grand slams? The Nationals. Now there’s a great team.
Nick
September 29th, 2009
9:08 pm
Hudson\’s $12 Mil option isn\’t looking too good right now.
Efrim
September 29th, 2009
9:08 pm
Yep that’s it for Johnson after five
Yup, I’d rather not see Josh Johnson till next year. Think I had enough of him for 2009.
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
9:08 pm
john – I have a feeling that we should have started KK for this game.
I agree 100%
jaduba
September 29th, 2009
9:08 pm
Brew Crew evens things up at 1.
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
9:08 pm
I don’t know why but I actually prefer to give KK a start over Hudson or Lowe.
richbrave
September 29th, 2009
9:08 pm
Mike CAMERON on third, one out, KENDALL at the plate 3-2 count. 1-1 BREWERS break through.
Doc Holiday
September 29th, 2009
9:08 pm
It takes no genius to know that Mc and Chipper are having the worst season both of them will ever have.
They both have been responsible for tons of our failure. Once again Mc makes a favor to the opposing team. Bases loaded, ahead 3-1 and he makes a swing? and pops up?
Just horrible stuff.
If we are down by 1 in the bottom of the 9th, the last guys I want near the plate are chipper and Mc.
Even Norton and Chipper got walks………….WTH was Mc thinking? Fences? 1 of the worse ABs Ive seen from him ………..because of the importance. He had to take the pitch even if it was right over the middle……..
The pitcher is coming from a flu, looks tired and our “best player” makes him a favor……..unreal.
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:09 pm
Hudson\’s $12 Mil option isn\’t looking too good right now.
Yeah, let’s judge him on one game. Right after coming back from TJ surgery.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
9:09 pm
Damn this guy has a era under 2
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
9:09 pm
6 hits in 13 innings
Scott
September 29th, 2009
9:09 pm
Way to burn the toast tonight, Braves.
AndyC
September 29th, 2009
9:09 pm
Come on Brew Crew!
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:09 pm
I swear….it’s like Carroll and Dave baked stupid muffins this morning and everybody grabbed one.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
9:09 pm
put the rally caps on
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
9:09 pm
Way to go Garrett
Soph
September 29th, 2009
9:10 pm
That’s my Loaf.
Couch Tater
September 29th, 2009
9:10 pm
Mc Fann, duh, hear hear.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
9:10 pm
We need a long-bomb
CrimeDog
September 29th, 2009
9:10 pm
I’m sure if Bobby started KK in this game and he gave up four runs, no one would be all over him for that decision…
O.J.
September 29th, 2009
9:10 pm
Its ok people, we had no business being in the playoffs anyways if we couldnt beat Johnson, I mean, really, who have we face during our 7 game winning streak that was any good?? Not a single pitcher, not a single one.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
9:10 pm
cmon ESCO
Paul X.
September 29th, 2009
9:10 pm
Because Lord knows we needed the Tim Hudson, return from Tommy Johnson surgery experiment out there.
Johnson?
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
9:10 pm
loaf man! cmon yunel!!!!
richbrave
September 29th, 2009
9:10 pm
Bottom of the second. Score tied 1-1.
Paul Lentz
September 29th, 2009
9:10 pm
Nice rip there by Garret.
Soph
September 29th, 2009
9:11 pm
VJ – you wouldn’t possibly be referring to a certain Braves “fan” from the land of cheese?
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
9:11 pm
WAY TO GO ESCOBAR…HE LEANED IN
sidslidkid
September 29th, 2009
9:11 pm
I GOT MY RALLY CAPS LOCK ON!
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:11 pm
Johnson?
They renamed it after Kelly. It’s kind of like Hartsfield-Jackson. Kept the old name and added a new one.
Jake W.
September 29th, 2009
9:11 pm
Look at Esco, taking one for the team. Tying run up already.
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
9:11 pm
Lets cash these runs in!
Carroll Rogers
September 29th, 2009
9:11 pm
O’Flaherty is up.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
9:11 pm
Well it looked like he did
Paul Lentz
September 29th, 2009
9:12 pm
Unless something broke there, we caught a HUGE break (no pun intended) on that 0-2 hit by pitch there on Escobar.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
9:12 pm
Laroche this is why we got u hit a HR
Alonso
September 29th, 2009
9:12 pm
take it for the team!
Rock On........
September 29th, 2009
9:12 pm
Said this afternoon and it bears repeating….Hudson will have a short leash and KK will pitch the middle innings. Also said …Just score 4!! or more…..definitely more. Looks prophetic.
Does anyone else see the Braves closing the option door on Hudson? Thought so….
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
9:12 pm
yes let’s get these mofos!!!!!
Soph
September 29th, 2009
9:12 pm
That’s a bingo slot. Thanks, Esco.
Jimmy Joe
September 29th, 2009
9:12 pm
Way to take one for the team Esco!!!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
9:12 pm
1 run at a time, cough cough
Billy Mays
September 29th, 2009
9:13 pm
I GOT MY RALLY CAPS LOCK ON!
HI, BILLY MAYS HERE, ALSO WITH MY RALLY CAPS LOCK ON
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
9:13 pm
cmon choke up
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
9:13 pm
just one double adam
Tomahawkin
September 29th, 2009
9:13 pm
LMAO
You just pulled one of my stunts…I went through 5 remotes last year as a result of slamming them…Now I just throw my slippers or empty beer cans at the TV
I like the fairweather fanbase support over the last week somewhat…But with our Inconsistant AWFense, a Tired Bullpen, Incompotent manager, AAA bench who seriously thinks that this team can past the first round…? If you think they can then please supply with some of the stuff that you’re taking…
This team can’t even mount comebacks against teams like the Padres let alone do it in October
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:13 pm
My thoughts exactly, Soph
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
9:13 pm
HUGGGGGEEEE
Soph
September 29th, 2009
9:13 pm
Run Loafy, run!
Firearm
September 29th, 2009
9:14 pm
Time for someone to come through with a big hit.
AndyC
September 29th, 2009
9:14 pm
We need a big hit here Roachy.
RHR
September 29th, 2009
9:14 pm
They gods are trying to give it to us…can we cash in please?
Paul Lentz
September 29th, 2009
9:14 pm
Another HUGE BREAK there. Long ways to go.
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
9:14 pm
jeffrey d – keep it up, buddy – you are totally on target tonight
Soph
September 29th, 2009
9:14 pm
I hate you Adam.
Ok, no I don’t. I’m sorry.
ChurchMan
September 29th, 2009
9:14 pm
clutch hitting in this series is leaving something to be desired ….
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
9:14 pm
Diaz come through
AndyC
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
Yeah, that’s not what we needed.
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
What was that Adam!
Jimmy Joe
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
GET THESE TWO RUNS IN!!!!
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
productive out
Brandon from Warner Robins
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
Working on Project can someone give updates (play by play?) if they dont mind? thanks.
CrimeDog
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
yahtze
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
TIEDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
I LOVE U DIAZ
bird
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
Diaz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
richbrave
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
Top of the third 1-1.
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
I love you Diaz
ChurchMan
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
like i said ….
Shamus Thacker
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
Even if the Rockies lose, every time we miss the opportunity to pick up a game, it’s the same as losing a game in the standings.
RHR
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
GOD I LOVE THAT KID!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
GET YOUR BUTTS IN THE POSTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
Yea baby! Matty D!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Paul Lentz
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
AndyC
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
YEAH BABY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
I LOVE YOU TOO DIAZ
Mr. T
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
I pity da foo’ dat taut dis game was ova
Couch Tater
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
Boo-yaa!!
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
HR Matt Diaz?? I don’t want to see ANYBODY who called this game over last inning celebrating.
McFann Ô
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
Yay, Diaz!
Paul X.
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
Don’t stop, BELIEVING!
Soph
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
MattE! Ahhhh. I believe, I really doooooo.
cabravesfan
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
MattE – way to go!!!!!
Brian the Brain
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
I’m a BELIEVER!!!!
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
9:15 pm
Thank you Matt Diaz.
Damn, was that so hard.
kirkinga
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
Now some of you have to take back the stuff you said about Diaz…lol!
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
LOOK AT THAT CROWD
A-ville Ranger
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
Unbelievable, just amazing…they won’t quit.
Frankie Knuckles
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
YEA, that guys a starter
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
I yelled so loud I think I woke up the street!!
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
Did that just happen?
keylargo
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
Not a word from the bitchers and whiners or
“ballgame” people.
Shamus Thacker
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
Dayummmm~~!!
Brandon from Warner Robins
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
I assume we tied the ballgame?
BravesChick
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
AND MY FAVORITE BRAVE FINALLY COMES THROUGH!
RHR
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
Oh and..
MAMA THERE GOES THAT MAN!
MiamiBrave
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
HOLY $$$$$$$HIT!!!!!!
Efrim
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
I really do love seeing the blog explode. I wish I could see the reaction in Denver…..
Jake W.
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
3 run homer, for all my fans that didn’t give up. Way to hang in there in the 6th.
Brian the Brain
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
If my wife wanted to sleep with Diaz, I’d probably be okay with it right now at the moment.
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
9:16 pm
Season ov…. never mind, all of you #^$%$#’s
Tom Servo
September 29th, 2009
9:17 pm
WHOA!
O.J.
September 29th, 2009
9:17 pm
OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! How comfortable are with Kenshin going back out there?
AndyC
September 29th, 2009
9:17 pm
Matt was jacked up!
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
9:17 pm
Take that Rockies now choke
Paul Lentz
September 29th, 2009
9:17 pm
I TOLD YOU GUYS LAST NIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Matt Diaz will have a couple of “wild man” at-bats where he will look like “Greg Norton”……………and then all of a sudden, he’ll get a hold of one.
That HOMER there is why I’ll put up with those “wild man” at-bats there by Diaz.
Henaege
September 29th, 2009
9:17 pm
YEESSSSS!!!
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:17 pm
But a 3 run lead in the 5th inning seemed so sure. It made perfect sense to call the ballgame over.
bird
September 29th, 2009
9:17 pm
keep it going kk
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
9:17 pm
Brian the Brain – my girlfriend does…
Bobby's Belly
September 29th, 2009
9:17 pm
rally killer
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
9:17 pm
I just scared the hell outta my coworkers yelling when yahoo updated!!!!
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:17 pm
Thanks VJ
. How are you and your lady?
bravefaninok
September 29th, 2009
9:17 pm
Mattttttttttttttttttty
Firearm
September 29th, 2009
9:17 pm
入った！！！ 同点３ランホームラン！！！
RHR
September 29th, 2009
9:18 pm
Clear eyes. Full hearts. Can’t lose.
Soph
September 29th, 2009
9:18 pm
I love the dugout shot right there.
Tomahawkin
September 29th, 2009
9:18 pm
Doc Holliday
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It takes no genius to know that Mc and Chipper are having the worst season both of them will ever have.
They both have been responsible for tons of our failure. Once again Mc makes a favor to the opposing team. Bases loaded, ahead 3-1 and he makes a swing? and pops up? ”
I can’t Believe you of all people are bashing B-Macc..
B-Macc has been one of our best power options over the second half next to Roachy…
Chipper well….your post was warranted in that his bat and glove over the second half has cost us
Brandon from Warner Robins
September 29th, 2009
9:18 pm
I hate not being able to watch….
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:18 pm
I just scared the hell outta my coworkers yelling when yahoo updated!!!!
Do you dig ditches?
richbrave
September 29th, 2009
9:18 pm
Gee I hate DIAZ. Look at the foolish way he approaches hitting. So many wild out of control swings especially against right-handers. Yeah, right!
MiaBchBravesFan
September 29th, 2009
9:18 pm
From one Diaz to another – THANK YOUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
9:18 pm
Kenshin going back out I like it in a tie ball game, remember Moylan and Soriano have been used 3 days in a row.
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
9:18 pm
we are rolling aren’t we?
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
9:18 pm
I can’t believe that I missed that! Damn husband had me redoing his business card upstairs
Mr. Enigma
September 29th, 2009
9:19 pm
This is unbelievable.
Almost like…it’s meant to be.
A-ville Ranger
September 29th, 2009
9:19 pm
Anybody else noticed Bobby has shut up and let batters concentrate during this run ?…..at’a'boy Bobby !!.
The Bird and Indian
September 29th, 2009
9:19 pm
Mitchell: That’s Matt Diaz right there, and he’s a professional hitter. Wouldn’t you agree? Haters keep on hatin’ on this man.
Matty Diaz
September 29th, 2009
9:19 pm
I am a golden god!
Steve from OH
September 29th, 2009
9:19 pm
LOL, RHR!
Tom Servo
September 29th, 2009
9:19 pm
Remember Red, hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies.
Nova Scotia Steve - Fight Like A Brave
September 29th, 2009
9:19 pm
I can’t believe it….maybe its time to start
Rock On........
September 29th, 2009
9:19 pm
Jeffreyd…..yes, we are putting a lot of stock in Hudson’s outing. So is Wren. Do you keep Kk and let Hudson walk? Would save abou 5 million? To date….nothing says he should get 12 mil. Just sayin….
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
9:19 pm
I broke my roof with the jump I had
bravesgrl4life
September 29th, 2009
9:19 pm
Just for that, he’s going to (a) let me watch the rest of this game and any game I want and (b) wash the dishes he messed up today even though he just got off work
MiaBchBravesFan
September 29th, 2009
9:19 pm
Man, I’m at work, sitting at my desk, listening to the game – hell, I damn near fell off my chair!
Paul Lentz
September 29th, 2009
9:19 pm
Where did all the Matt Diaz haters go? What happened to the “ballgame” people?
BravesFanChris25
September 29th, 2009
9:19 pm
Thank you Matty D
O.J.
September 29th, 2009
9:19 pm
jeffrey d, shut the hell up, they can celebrate if they want, who the hell are you, the fan police?? You telling me you never got upset when the team wasnt playing the way you wanted it to? I am sure you have. So get off your high horse bud, the grounds nice and dry.
BravesFanChris25
September 29th, 2009
9:20 pm
Ryan Braun
Shucks it’s a ground rule double.
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
9:20 pm
Damn, I thought KK made the last out. Not done yet in the inning.
Keep it coming. We have to win this so Steve from Ohio can stop being such a douche.
Hey Steve, I’m relaxed now. Are you happy?
Have to win this one.
frank
September 29th, 2009
9:20 pm
believe!!!!!
keylargo
September 29th, 2009
9:20 pm
Ryan Braun just bounced one out of Coors field. Tied up now 1 all.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
9:20 pm
Anyone see kenshin try to get out of the dugout
Efrim
September 29th, 2009
9:21 pm
Braun, Double to center. 2nd and 3rd 1 out for Fielder.
The Bird and Indian
September 29th, 2009
9:21 pm
Mitchell: That’s Matt Diaz right there, and he’s a professional hitter. Wouldn’t you agree? Haters keep on hatin’ on this man!
Tomahawkin
September 29th, 2009
9:21 pm
Glad Matty-D hit that Shot there, He took a lot of Hateration last night in the blog when in actuality he has been one of our best suprises on offense…
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
9:21 pm
Good, get this Pinto guy out of the way so we don’t deal with him later.
Bobby's Cox
September 29th, 2009
9:21 pm
But a 3 run lead in the 5th inning seemed so sure. It made perfect sense to call the ballgame over.
They used to call ballgame in the 2nd inning, so the fact they call ballgame in the 5th is much improvement.
sidslidkid
September 29th, 2009
9:21 pm
I hurt my throat yelling.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
9:21 pm
Brewers threatening bases loaded 1 out
bravefaninok
September 29th, 2009
9:22 pm
O.J.
September 29th, 2009
9:17 pm
OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! How comfortable are with Kenshin going back out there?
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much more comfortable with KK than anybody except moylan.KK will come through!
AndyC
September 29th, 2009
9:22 pm
You gotta know that the Rockies are starting to feel the pressure now. I sure hope they are starting to sh*t their pants at least a little when they saw that three spot go up on the board.
Vinings Jim
September 29th, 2009
9:22 pm
jeffrey d – we are great – she is still without her computer tonight, so I am posting for her when she gives authorization
richbrave
September 29th, 2009
9:22 pm
Top of the third bases juiced, McGEHEE up.
SouthernBelleBrave
September 29th, 2009
9:22 pm
I love MattieD!!! Way to go—that 3 run jack was bee-u-ti-ful!
Its a brand new ballgame…and now Josh Johnson is gone for the night. We have a huge chance!!! Go Braves~~!
TnBrian
September 29th, 2009
9:22 pm
Yeah, those Rockies won’t have it easy with Braun and Fielder. Our chances are looking better & better.
Braves=Believe
September 29th, 2009
9:22 pm
atta boy Nate
Rock On........
September 29th, 2009
9:22 pm
Just score 4 or more!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Frankie Knuckles
September 29th, 2009
9:23 pm
Natey Nate
FEAR
September 29th, 2009
9:23 pm
come on Brewers break it open!
Tomas
September 29th, 2009
9:23 pm
Braun almost makes it 3-1, now Fielder comes up with two runners in scoring position probably going to walk him.
Carroll Rogers
September 29th, 2009
9:23 pm
Paul Lentz’s positive attitude was noted for the record after that McCann pop-up.
?
September 29th, 2009
9:23 pm
I miss TBS. I wish I could be watching this stuff.
Mixxo
September 29th, 2009
9:23 pm
If I hadn’t “ballgame-d” ‘em…..that wouldn’t have happened!
Mitchell
September 29th, 2009
9:23 pm
Listen Braves, if they want to walk you, let ‘em.
Keep it going. No need to stop now.
jeffrey d
September 29th, 2009
9:23 pm
You telling me you never got upset when the team wasnt playing the way you wanted it to? O.J.
I’ve never retardedly called a ballgame (or a season) over when it was way early, no.
pryguy
September 29th, 2009
9:23 pm
DIAZ IS THE MAN!!!!!!! if that wasn’t already noted here.
MiaBchBravesFan
September 29th, 2009
9:23 pm
Folks, I am on the verge of drinking the Kool-Aid. For those of you who believed, grand kudos to you – I was not that faithful.
Tomahawkin
September 29th, 2009
9:24 pm
Mitchell…
Calling Steve A Douche…?
Settle Down Bro…