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Roman Gal
February 16th, 2010
7:18 pm
VJ-
That sounds like a personal problem. They only play like 3 or 4 games out there though, right?
The Grinch
February 16th, 2010
7:18 pm
RHR is a girl? I could have been creeping ALL this time. Sigh.
keylargo
February 16th, 2010
7:20 pm
Just to show that all the idiots aren’t concentrated here on the Braves Blog, here’s a Tigers fan.
papmsu1 says:
February 16, 2010, 9:54 AM ET
This has to go down as the worst trade Dave Dombrowski ever made…Jurrjens for old, slow, pitiful fielding, weak bat Renteria. With Jair in the Tiger rotation last season, they win the division with 2 weeks left in the season and have a formidable playoff rotation of Verlander, Porcello, Jurrjens and Jackson.
Yeah, Renteria was horrible. He hit .332,OBP.390, SLG.470, OPS.860 along with playing a solid SS, stealing 11 bases and 12 HR’s. Renteria may very well have been the Braves MVP that year. While JJ is a great young talent, plenty of Braves fans were sorry to see Renteria go, me included. He’s just a NL SS.
Roman Gal
February 16th, 2010
7:20 pm
You’re noble for defending him. jeffrey d
I think I’ve decided to give up being nice for Lent. That whole “Southern Hospitality” thing is starting to get old, don’t you think?
David O'Brien
February 16th, 2010
7:20 pm
Jurrjens had the MRI late this afternoon, but won’t know results until tomorrow when the doctor goes over the picture — the scan — with him.
Braves don’t seem nearly as stressed as a lot of fans are, to be honest. They insist it’s just precautionary and they don’t believe it’s a significant injury.
We’ll know tomorrow.
RHR
February 16th, 2010
7:21 pm
Settle down, grinch. I’m not a girl. I’m a soon to be 40 year old woman. That’s damn near nursing home eligible in the eyes of most around here.
Venice Jim
February 16th, 2010
7:21 pm
RG – true – but San Diego is only a couple of hours away, and my daughter lives there. We’re also considering hitting San Francisco early on, And a trip to ATL is always a possibility…I could see my dog and the Braves…
RHR
February 16th, 2010
7:22 pm
We’ll know tomorrow.
Anders won’t sleep a wink.
Roman Gal
February 16th, 2010
7:22 pm
RHR is a girl?
You’re a little slow to the party. Just remember that online rutting is only tolerated in small doses before a hardy reprimand will be given.
RHR
February 16th, 2010
7:24 pm
Let me know well ahead of time if y’all plan a trip to ATL, Jim so I can meet up with y’all.
ncscoots
February 16th, 2010
7:24 pm
BASteve, this whole conversation on Hanson developed from our favorite accountant pontificating that the Hanson delay was strictly a money decision, to which I replied, “horsebleep”, LOL. It’s the “strictly” to which I objected. His early spring performance had at least as much to do with the decision.
As to whether Hanson would have been preferable to Reyes in April, I’m with you. But I think he would not have been preferable to the Hanson we saw once he arrived. I tend to think he would have taken some big-league pounding in April and May, and who’s to say how he reacts to going, say, 1-4? Probably not as well as he did working through his issues in the minors, while still being successful. There, it was no harm, no foul, keep taking your shots until they start droppin’. He did, and once he made The Show, he was nothin’ but net.
If he becomes the monster everybody expects, the arbitration thing probably becomes moot, anyway. Just money-whip him until he says “Yes”.
Roman Gal
February 16th, 2010
7:25 pm
VJ-
You could even go to one of those dog at the park days. But still, My $6 ticket, $5 parking and half a gallon of gas sure seems much more reasonable.
Soph
February 16th, 2010
7:26 pm
And a trip to ATL is always a possibility…I could see my dog and the Braves…
VJ – I thought your dog was with you, no?
Josh
February 16th, 2010
7:26 pm
thanks for the update dob.
Venice Jim
February 16th, 2010
7:29 pm
Heath – toss-up question on Pardon the Interruption – who will win more games, UK in the tournament, or the Nets the rest of the season?
Wayne in Utah
February 16th, 2010
7:29 pm
RHR A veritable “spring chicken” for some of us!
Markus
February 16th, 2010
7:30 pm
We’ll know tomorrow? Well, I wanna know now! Why do they have to be so suspicious? Stupid doctors always trying to delay something.
I won’t be around tomorrow to find out what Jurrens’ prognosis is, so I’d like to know now.
David O’Brien– who was being optimistic among the Braves personel? Was it Bobby Cox because he was also optimistic about Kyle Davies and JoJo Reyes and we all know they stink. Tell me, who’s the optimist around there?
ncscoots
February 16th, 2010
7:33 pm
I knew it. nathan gave away his bowl of sad, and it found its way around the table to Markus. Eat hearty, bub.
nolie
February 16th, 2010
7:33 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYUNNzQsBMI
Black Keys Midnight in Her Eyes
Soph
February 16th, 2010
7:34 pm
We’ll know tomorrow? Well, I wanna know now!
Seriously? How old are you now?
Venice Jim
February 16th, 2010
7:35 pm
RHR – of course
Soph – no – she is with my ex – we have discussed switching off and on when I next return. Also, some concern that Nala would have her as an appetizer…
Wayne in Utah
February 16th, 2010
7:35 pm
Poetic Justice would be:
Scott Boras and the Tigers “moving forward” to a point where the Tigers drop their offer (if there truly is an offer). Now Johnny’s agent passes on a 2 year for 14 million from the Yankees and now a similar offer from the Tigers, only to “settle” for a 4.5 million 1 year offer from the Braves!
Sounds like Johnny needs a new agent!
nolie
February 16th, 2010
7:36 pm
That’s damn near nursing home eligible in the eyes of most around here. RHR
you’re welcome to stay in my nursing home any ol’ time you wanna youngun
Markus
February 16th, 2010
7:37 pm
Soph— uh I wasn’t even talking to you missy.
Wayne in Utah
February 16th, 2010
7:39 pm
It’s a crime shame that some parents allow their teens to dabble on the internet!
Soph
February 16th, 2010
7:39 pm
VJ – aha, that makes sense now. I was wondering why we hadn’t heard anything about Nala and Yumi’s adventures together.
nolie
February 16th, 2010
7:39 pm
Soph— uh I wasn’t even talking to you missy Markus
oops now GRINCH knows that SOPH is a girl and will be creepin’ her too, big mouth
Heath
February 16th, 2010
7:40 pm
VJ -
I know nothing about the Nets, I do not watch NBA. Though, based on their current record, if they win at the same percentage rate…gimme UK.
Heath
February 16th, 2010
7:41 pm
I always thought it was: it’s a cryin’ shame… who knew?
joerochester
February 16th, 2010
7:41 pm
The Olympics and the Stanley Cup are the only two times I will watch hockey.
Soph
February 16th, 2010
7:42 pm
Soph— uh I wasn’t even talking to you missy.
Oh, I know you weren’t but just thought I’d let you know that you sounded a tad bit whiny there.
RHR
February 16th, 2010
7:42 pm
Oh hell. Mark Bradley has put up a blog about JJ. Now, he doesn’t predict what is wrong so maybe its safe. I’d prefer if he’d just stay the hell away from my Braves.
Wayne in Utah
February 16th, 2010
7:43 pm
I am envisioning an 8 year old having a temper tantrum at K-Mart. “But I really, really want it daddy!”
Dad says: “Oh I’m sorry, I didn’t know that you REALLY, REALLY wanted it!”
Soph
February 16th, 2010
7:43 pm
oops now GRINCH knows that SOPH is a girl and will be creepin’ her too, big mouth
Grinch creeps?
RHR
February 16th, 2010
7:43 pm
I always thought it was: it’s a cryin’ shame… who knew?
Only us pre-madonnas knew.
Venice Jim
February 16th, 2010
7:44 pm
Heath – another blogism – surprised you have missed it
ncscoots
February 16th, 2010
7:46 pm
always thought it was: it’s a cryin’ shame… who knew?
“crime shame” is blog lore. Well-accepted, just not as widely used as some other stuff. On the order of “Kimono Dragon” rather than “your and idiot”.
joerochester
February 16th, 2010
7:47 pm
Kevin Smith is getting very large.
Andrew in PA
February 16th, 2010
7:48 pm
Are they airing Canada’s game tonight?
Heath
February 16th, 2010
7:50 pm
VJ -
I guess so.
Braveheart
February 16th, 2010
7:51 pm
That’s embarrassing about Kevin Smith. He’s one of those guys though that I had to stop following on Twitter because most of his posts are not funny, and seem like they are written by a stupid 9 year old. I really loved his first 3 movies, and could no longer let him tarnish my memory of them with the stupidity of his tweets.
joerochester
February 16th, 2010
7:53 pm
Kevin Smith directed new Bruce Willis movie, “Cop Out”. That movie looks terrible.
Markus
February 16th, 2010
7:53 pm
I see the nl east shakin out like this,
1.Philadelphia– too much firepower and Halladay makes them better. If Hamels bounces back than they’ll be WS bound again. The question for them is– can Rollins bounce back after a somewhat disappointing ‘09 campaign?
2.Florida– solid pitching to go with a pretty dangerous lineup. Coghlan will make them even better this year. Their pen is a big concern however which is why I see a NL West or Central team take the Wild Card.
3.Atlanta– solid pitching, but just not enough offense and they too have a suspect pen at the back-end.
4.New York– not much after Santana in the rotation, but a strong lineup and solid defense. Rotation and middle relief are big question marks.
5.Washington– they’ll be better and might even challenge New York for 4th place, but their defense and rotation is a question mark.
Roman Gal
February 16th, 2010
7:55 pm
Markus-
Well aren’t you just a bucket of sunshine?
ncscoots
February 16th, 2010
7:56 pm
Somebody (not me, but somebody) should show a little initiative, a little moxie, a little take-one-for-the-blog, and compile a semi-comprehensive list of the blog language. Post a link to it, and so forth. Keep us from explaining it all the time.
No, no, don’t everybody step forward at once. A single volunteer will suffice.
The Grinch
February 16th, 2010
7:57 pm
While 40 isn’t an issue (I’m 36 myself), you have little to fear. I don’t creep. While I’m sure all of you are wonderful women, trolling a sports blog for dates would be a bit sad in my opinion (though probably better than some of those disturbing looking dating sites). Believe it or not, I actually get out of the house occasionally so I do fine on my own. I was just being silly, which is not unprecedented.
joerochester
February 16th, 2010
7:58 pm
Markus
Don’t you think Philly has more of a questionable bullpen? Did you see Brad Lidge pitch last year? And seriously.. Jamie Moyer?
Wayne in Utah
February 16th, 2010
8:02 pm
OK folks, lets go easy on Grinch. He’s been a bit subdued since that peeping tom arrest a few years back.
Wayne in Utah
February 16th, 2010
8:03 pm
Johnny Damon agrees to a 3 year, 30 million dollar deal with the Tampa Bay Rays…………..in Scott Boras’ dreams!
Markus
February 16th, 2010
8:04 pm
joerochester– yes, I saw Lidge pitch last year…. in the world series!
Moyer is a number 5 and can be used in long relief.
Face it fellow Braves fans– we just ain’t got the goods again this year.
Sorry I’m not a homer who tricks myself into thinking my team is so much better than what it really is. Gonna have to go elsewhere for that.
Heath
February 16th, 2010
8:04 pm
VJ -
Not good so far…
Couch Tater
February 16th, 2010
8:05 pm
There is a meltdown over at the women’s curling blog. The U.S. blew a 3 point lead.
joerochester
February 16th, 2010
8:05 pm
Markus
Lidge is part of the reason the Yankees won that one game because he didn’t cover third base when Damon was stealing.
richbrave
February 16th, 2010
8:05 pm
So-o-o, VJ, SOPH et. al., are we ready for report date Thursday?
Braveheart
February 16th, 2010
8:06 pm
Where’s Tomahawkin’? Now would be the time for him to say I’m bumping TLC’s “Creep”:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0tNO3QFoOE
The Grinch
February 16th, 2010
8:06 pm
Dammit, Wayne; I was sounding so convincing! Go…do whatever it is people do in Utah.
Braveheart
February 16th, 2010
8:08 pm
There is a meltdown over at the women’s curling blog. The U.S. blew a 3 point lead.
Fire Bobby Cox! Why did he take out Hanson?
The Grinch
February 16th, 2010
8:09 pm
Women’s curling? Do they judge for creativity or speed? Do they all have to use the same iron, or do different companies sponsor different girls? Do naturally curly girls have an advantage over straight haired ones? I bet that’s tense. Especially if it’s outdoors on a humid day.
richbrave
February 16th, 2010
8:09 pm
VJ:
Told you that TRIBE victory over the SPIDERS would raise their RPI. AP ranks the RICHMOND club 25th this week.
Roman Gal
February 16th, 2010
8:10 pm
There is a meltdown over at the women’s curling blog. Couch Tater
I tried to watch some men’s curling earlier, but the grunting and awkward noises started getting to me.
Roman Gal
February 16th, 2010
8:13 pm
Do naturally curly girls have an advantage over straight haired ones?
Always.
MZ
February 16th, 2010
8:13 pm
anybody here ever seen “Funny Games”?
cabravesfan
February 16th, 2010
8:14 pm
Do naturally curly girls have an advantage over straight haired ones?
Umm, NO! What gives you that idea?
MZ
February 16th, 2010
8:14 pm
… with Naomi Watts and Tim Roth
unbelievable
February 16th, 2010
8:14 pm
is there anything worse than mens figure skating, if so, please tell me
Couch Tater
February 16th, 2010
8:14 pm
Listening to Marge Grunderson scream at the curling rocks was priceless. And then, to hear the Japanese team yelling afterwards just made it Coen worthy.
unbelievable
February 16th, 2010
8:16 pm
if youre in a keeper ftsy league do you keep Ichiro or McCutchen?
Roman Gal
February 16th, 2010
8:17 pm
unbelievable-
What’s wrong with men’s figure skating…other than some of the outfits?
Heath
February 16th, 2010
8:24 pm
unbelievable -
It’s at the top of my worse list, that’s for sure. Though, it doesn’t have to be gender-specific and still be bad in my eyes.
cabravesfan
February 16th, 2010
8:25 pm
RG-
There is nothing wrong with men’s figure skating
Rob from SC
February 16th, 2010
8:27 pm
Canada scores, then shows no emotion
Venice Jim
February 16th, 2010
8:28 pm
Heath – cut it to 2…
Queballs
February 16th, 2010
8:28 pm
MZ, I saw Funny Games last summer. I’m all about offbeat movies, but I really thought it was terrible. Had some suspense and promise to begin with, but thought it was awful all in all.
Roman Gal
February 16th, 2010
8:28 pm
cab-
You you have to wait until 8pm your time for it to come on?
Lew
February 16th, 2010
8:33 pm
So many are concerned over the age of Wagner and Saito, yet proclaim the Phillies unbeatable with Jamie Moyer who’s heading damned close to 50.
Heath
February 16th, 2010
8:33 pm
VJ -
Tied. Good comeback so far.
Wayne in Utah
February 16th, 2010
8:34 pm
Grinch
We go to Wyoming, or Idaho, or Nevada…….
cabravesfan
February 16th, 2010
8:34 pm
RG-
At least until 8:00 – stupid tape delays…
MZ
February 16th, 2010
8:35 pm
Queballs —–
on the subject of offbeat movies … have you seen “Oral Fixation”?
Roman Gal
February 16th, 2010
8:37 pm
cab-
Dang. That stinks. Make sure you watch the first guy…he’s from France. He did really well. Then, of course, you have that dang Russian who just did pretty good.
Queballs
February 16th, 2010
8:38 pm
I haven’t actually. Saw some info about it a while ago on bloodydisgusting.com and it seemed like something I might enjoy. Is it worth watching?
MZ
February 16th, 2010
8:41 pm
Queballs —–
“worth watching” would be how I’d describe it … it’s like 79 minutes long, and the first 73 minutes are great, I thought … the last six minutes were a bit of a letdown … but all in all, it’s worth watching
Andrew in PA
February 16th, 2010
8:44 pm
DOB,what’s this low-key ballgame thing? Don’t tell me he was like “hey guys watch how hard i can throw.”
Venice Jim
February 16th, 2010
8:45 pm
Heath – no chance now (I say that only because we went ahead, and I don’t want to jinx it)
Queballs
February 16th, 2010
8:46 pm
MZ -
I’ll have to check it out then. I’ve been getting ready for our baseball season and haven’t had time to watch much of anything lately. Last movie I saw was Hurt Locker, which I really thought was as advertised.
Queballs
February 16th, 2010
8:47 pm
meant as good as advertised
Heath
February 16th, 2010
8:50 pm
VJ -
Things are starting to look very good for ya…
MZ
February 16th, 2010
8:57 pm
Queballs ——
I’m with you on that one … I’m anxious to see “The Crazies” … crap looks spooky
Heath
February 16th, 2010
8:58 pm
VJ -
Initial reports look good.
Venice Jim
February 16th, 2010
9:01 pm
Heath – an amazing finish – tied for third now, I believe…
Queballs
February 16th, 2010
9:03 pm
I’m looking forward to seeing “The Crazies”, too. The trailer with Gary Jules ‘Mad World’ playing sold me on going to see it. I watched the original a while back, and its not exactly on par with some of Romero’s better zombie-esque movies, its not the worst by far.
Heath
February 16th, 2010
9:06 pm
VJ -
Big game Friday…Bracket Busters with Iona. Win that and the last two conference games (very winnable)….will end the reg. season on a 7-game win streak. Do that and win a couple in the conference tourney….probably in. Ya think?
blazerpunter
February 16th, 2010
9:09 pm
NEW BLOG IS UP………….
Venice Jim
February 16th, 2010
9:15 pm
I think it is possible – it would help us for ODU to bypass Northeastern, since we beat them. I heard someone who knows more than I do say the conference could get three bids, which would be shocking. But, I would still recommend winning the tourney…
Heath
February 16th, 2010
9:19 pm
VJ -
That would end all doubt…but those ACC wins sure help if you fall just shy.
Heath
February 16th, 2010
9:20 pm
VJ -
And…Richmond. Pretty decent non-conference wins.
Venice Jim
February 16th, 2010
9:28 pm
Heath – I had forgotten about Richmond until I read column this morning…
Chopdawg
February 16th, 2010
9:32 pm
unbelievable–I’d keep McCutchen
Soph
February 16th, 2010
9:32 pm
Heath, VJ – when I say Tar, you say Heels. Tar?
Venice Jim
February 16th, 2010
9:33 pm
Heath – one other interesting stat – the Wake and Maryland wins are their only losses at home this year…