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nolie
September 12th, 2012
7:24 pm
3 or 4 runs???? ya wanna give me a stroke from astonishment? I’m an old man, not sure I could take all that excitement
ACE
September 12th, 2012
7:24 pm
George has lots of friends.
George_George
September 12th, 2012
7:25 pm
FREDI will do his best to see we don’t get past that silly one game play-in to get to WC.
nolie
September 12th, 2012
7:25 pm
George is a buddy, we just don’t agree much about the Braves. He is just an ‘Excitable Boy’ sometimes..
Jim
September 12th, 2012
7:28 pm
Micky Mantle was also my boyhood idol and like Chipper’s dad I took my son to meet him at a card show, paid 35.00, stood in a long line, and when we got up to Mick, he was talking to someone else behind the table, he barely looked at us and said nothing to us, just continued to talk to somebody else, We have to be careful how high we put these guys on their pedestal, just because they can swing a bat dosn’t make them complete heros. Just sayin..
ACE
September 12th, 2012
7:28 pm
Fredi is still looking for that first playoff game.
brian
September 12th, 2012
7:29 pm
Simmons had many awkward looking slides last night, especially on pick off attempts. I know he wants to protect his hand but not at the expense of messing up his ankle. There has to be a protective brace he can put on when he reaches base
George_George
September 12th, 2012
7:29 pm
ACE
September 12th, 2012
7:24 pm
George has lots of friends.
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ACE and Brava think I am ok. nolie, Bat and Lew tolerate me.
jeffrey d
September 12th, 2012
7:31 pm
FREDI will do his best to see we don’t get past that silly one game play-in to get to WC.
Oh, did you not think that Fredi would win the one-game playoff? Well why didn’t you ever tell us that???
ChattTownBrian
September 12th, 2012
7:31 pm
This might be the biggest game in Maholm’s career so far.
George_George
September 12th, 2012
7:32 pm
VJ and cab kinda do.
FIRE FREDI GONZALEZ
September 12th, 2012
7:33 pm
Jim got Big Timed by the Mick. That’s awesome.
nolie
September 12th, 2012
7:35 pm
I think you are ok George. At least you don’t get on here and go nuts with insults. You are a lil’ obsessive about a coupla things but nobody is perfect….maybe not even me…
George_George
September 12th, 2012
7:38 pm
nolie
September 12th, 2012
7:35 pm
You and Lew know baseball and I respect that.
ACE
September 12th, 2012
7:39 pm
Will Just making the playoffs be enough to for Fredi to keep his job? If he goes one and done is he done.
nolie
September 12th, 2012
7:40 pm
I’m guessing he is safe as long as we make the playoffs, but I don’t feel all that sure about it. Could go either way, maybe 60-40?
I think Wren is safe no matter what for another year anyway
FIRE FREDI GONZALEZ
September 12th, 2012
7:42 pm
@Ace
LOLOL
The Braves never hold any players accountable.
George_George
September 12th, 2012
7:42 pm
ACE
September 12th, 2012
7:39 pm
I did not call getting in that one game play-in game makeing the playoffs, if we win that game we are in the playoffs.
ChattTownBrian
September 12th, 2012
7:44 pm
Ron Gant got caught looking ticked off at something. Camera got on him and he did a fake smile. I bet Gant can get really nasty if he wants to.
ACE
September 12th, 2012
7:44 pm
Nolie, I agree with you on Wren.
ChattTownBrian
September 12th, 2012
7:44 pm
Gant is a bad ass. I always liked the guy
FIRE FREDI GONZALEZ
September 12th, 2012
7:45 pm
or coaches accountable.
Bat Masterson
September 12th, 2012
7:45 pm
nolie, Bat and Lew tolerate me.
Ah come on, George. I like you just fine.
nolie
September 12th, 2012
7:46 pm
pretty hard to fire a manager of a team with 90 wins. Why dontca go back and see just how often that has happened FFG.
George_George
September 12th, 2012
7:46 pm
Thanks Bat.
Efrim
September 12th, 2012
7:47 pm
If the Braves win 90+ games and we make the playoffs(which is sadly a one gamer), then I fully expect Fredi to be back.
We could collapse again, miss the playoffs and I think Wren would still be given this offseason and 2013. Fredi? No way he would return.
And for the folks that don’t like to blame Wren for anything, he did hire Fredi Gonzalez to manage the team. That has to be at least one strike against the man. But I’m a fan of Wren overall – just not that decision.
keyLargo
September 12th, 2012
7:47 pm
Simmons had many awkward looking slides last night, especially on pick off attempts. I know he wants to protect his hand but not at the expense of messing up his ankle.
The most awkward looking play on his wrist was on the DP that he did not turn and a run scored on. He got his legs taken out from under him and he landed on both wrists.
Efrim
September 12th, 2012
7:48 pm
Still would like to see Eddie Perez get a shot here if it doesn’t work out with Fredi.
nolie
September 12th, 2012
7:48 pm
I bet that hire involved John S too Efrim.
Trader Jack
September 12th, 2012
7:49 pm
Both Wren and Fredi will be back. they each have one year left on their contracts
Jimmy
September 12th, 2012
7:51 pm
nolie @ 6:37 pm
gutsy call Jimmy, especially without an adult beverage as an excuse
nolie – For some reason, I don’t expect the usual tonight. On paper, we get spanked like Pamela Anderson. I just have a feeling, something happens tonight.
Just wanted to drop in before the idiots get in here full swing. Good to see Bat and Murph have clocked in. I miss the regulars when they aren’t around.
See you good folks later. Again, somehow, some way, the Braves score 6+ and win.
It is 7:50 and an adult beverage WAS involved in THIS post. But, I’ll stand by it.
Later.
nolie
September 12th, 2012
7:51 pm
given a complete free hand i’m not so sure Fredi would have been his first choice
Bat Masterson
September 12th, 2012
7:51 pm
Sure thing, George.
Efrim
September 12th, 2012
7:51 pm
I bet that hire involved John S too Efrim.
I get that. But then can Frank ever do anything wrong? What is his fault? Nothing? I think he’s a better GM than most, though. But oddly enough, I don’t think Wren gets much grief on here at all. That’s surprising and probably a good sign.
Man, that was an N8 like post from me.
George_George
September 12th, 2012
7:53 pm
Looks like the BRAVES will get past my predicted 85 win season.
George_George
September 12th, 2012
7:55 pm
nolie
September 12th, 2012
7:48 pm
I bet that hire involved John S too Efrim.
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And with BOBBY’s high recomendtion.
nolie
September 12th, 2012
7:55 pm
there are a dozen or so who hate Wren, thankfully they seldom show up in droves…
sure he has made a few booboos, every GM who ever lived has. I certainly don’t think he is the bestest greatest GM around, but he is aggressice about acquiring what he thinks he needs and can afford, and has made several absolute steals and a number of other decent trades. B+
jeffrey d
September 12th, 2012
7:56 pm
don’t think Wren gets much grief on here at all
He gets plenty of grief. Recently for Uggla, but also Lowe, KK, and McLouth
Bat Masterson
September 12th, 2012
7:56 pm
Jimmy_
Good to see you, too.
nolie
September 12th, 2012
7:57 pm
yeah Bobby prolly had some input but Frank and Bobby are not pals by any means
Couch Tater
September 12th, 2012
7:58 pm
I bet that hire involved John S too Efrim.
Why? Does he ride Harleys?
Bat Masterson
September 12th, 2012
7:58 pm
Wren was pushing Cox out the door as fast as he could.
Murph
September 12th, 2012
7:58 pm
Good to see Bat and Murph have clocked in. I miss the regulars when they aren’t around.
I’ve been working OT for the last 2 months, no end in sight. Well, actually, the end is in sight, it just is likely to be after the regular season is over.
I’ll be back on more during the offseason, just in time to throw some ridiculous names into the FA/trade pool.
GO BARVES!!!
nolie
September 12th, 2012
7:59 pm
should not get grief for either McLouth or Uggla. No way to know in advance how they would falter.
KK definitely, Tex,Soriano are the three that come to mind right away that I disagreed with from the gitgo
George_George
September 12th, 2012
8:00 pm
Well Peanut needs walk so outta here for game. WE NEED A WIN TONIGHT. Wishing MARTIN at SS, JOSE C in LF. Nite all.
nolie
September 12th, 2012
8:02 pm
oh Hinske, I was against bringing him back.
and some relievers and subs too, but in all fairness those type guys are always a crap shoot
Tom Waits wears Redwing boots
September 12th, 2012
8:04 pm
Kurkjian_ESPN Tim Kurkjian
Three AL East teams are separated by two games. That’s the tighest this division has been this late since 1993
cabravesfan
September 12th, 2012
8:06 pm
Three AL East teams are separated by two games. That’s the tighest this division has been this late since 1993
And now it sort of loses it’s excitement a little because all 3 teams could make the playoffs…
darrell starks
September 12th, 2012
8:10 pm
nolie, what coach in there right mind would starte Janish, Prado just as good.
look no one is looking for Ozzie Smith type defense, Prado is a solid player who play good defense also have above AVG BAT.
When your struggle to score runs like the Braves playing .188 Janish will not improve that at all.
Look for your boy Janish to have and 0 for 4 night.
GO BRAVES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Veer
September 12th, 2012
8:12 pm
WHY THE HELL IS BOURN PLAYING? THIS GUY IS A STRIKE OUT MACHINE. I DON’T WANT TO SEE THIS GUY NEXT YEAR
cabravesfan
September 12th, 2012
8:12 pm
I don’t think anyone is suggesting Janish start and Prado sit on the bench. Prado’s bat will be in any line up, but SS is not his best defensive position and Janish is well above average there.
Efrim
September 12th, 2012
8:13 pm
Tex, Soriano, Kawakami, and it’s probably just me, but I’d never, ever give up a first rounder for a 40 year old Tom Glavine. That was crazy. Even Wagner, I didn’t like at the time. In his tenure, he’s given up a 1st rounder in 2008, a 2nd rounder in 2009, and a 1st rounder in 2010. The two first rounders he did select were Mike Minor and Sean Gilmartin prior to this year selecting Lucas Sims. I know Tony DeMacio made those picks, but again, Wren brought him in.
ChattTownBrian
September 12th, 2012
8:14 pm
JHEY!
cabravesfan
September 12th, 2012
8:14 pm
JASON!!!!!!!
jeffrey d
September 12th, 2012
8:14 pm
I’d just like people to know that I just turned on the game before that HR.
Brava
September 12th, 2012
8:14 pm
Jason with da Bomb!!!!!!!
Capt.Mudd
September 12th, 2012
8:14 pm
Carry On My Heyward Son
Sopheee
September 12th, 2012
8:14 pm
Peace out, baseball.
Efrim
September 12th, 2012
8:14 pm
Hahaha. I was just ready to scream and cuss if he swung at 3-0. Oh man……
Bat Masterson
September 12th, 2012
8:15 pm
Nice, Jason.
Looks like my feed is way behind the blog
darrell starks
September 12th, 2012
8:15 pm
A good coach would bring Janish in late inning for defense only if your winning.
GO BRAVES!!!!!!!!!!
cabravesfan
September 12th, 2012
8:16 pm
I kinda love that the Sausages presented Chipper with his parting gift…so perfect for Milwaukee
Zac in Tempe
September 12th, 2012
8:16 pm
Ugh, Janish in the lineup just cuz Simmons is hurt. Just another reason Fredi should give up and shop for a coffin.
MIdtown
September 12th, 2012
8:16 pm
The Phillies are only 3.5 games out of wild card! After dumping some big names they must have gotten lean and mean.
A one game playoff with the ol’ Phillies … Wouldn’t that be fun.
Capt.Mudd
September 12th, 2012
8:17 pm
Bourn could have been on base….someone has to have a big-time talk with Michael….he has to know this slump is stealing money from his future investment endeavors.
Bourn Not Hot
September 12th, 2012
8:17 pm
Bourn rewarding the faithful by swinging at ball four to strike out and start the game.
Braves need to overpay Boros and Bourn in the offseason so he can underachieve again next year in ATL.
Tomahawk Mafia
September 12th, 2012
8:19 pm
I wish Michael Bourn was actually an effective component of the Braves lineup. At least Jason Heyward went ahead and scored the Braves alotted one run tonight.
Efrim
September 12th, 2012
8:19 pm
If the Brewers were selling, I’d love to get Gallardo. Also was thinking why in the world the Rays would trade James Shields, even this offseason. They should just keep running their fleet of #2 and up starters out there near every game.
The A Bomb
September 12th, 2012
8:19 pm
Returning for a quickie to remind you all that….
HEYWARD SUCKS — ZERO-TOOL PLAYER!
Efrim
September 12th, 2012
8:20 pm
Excuse me, DeMacio made the Gilmartin pick. Wren’s boy was clearly Minor.
FIRE FREDI GONZALEZ
September 12th, 2012
8:20 pm
I don’t know what you are talking about with Bourne. This is what he is. He was playing over his head i the 1st half. Give him a 5 year 90 million dollar contract if you want but just know this is what you’re getting. A .275 hitter with .350/.350, 50 sb’s, and excellent defense.
mark
September 12th, 2012
8:20 pm
It ain’t that hard
Born RF
Prado 2B
Jhey RF
Chipper 3B
Freeman 1B
Johnson LF
Simmons SS
Ross C
John Leonard
September 12th, 2012
8:21 pm
O.K. Paul,there’s your one run.
smallmouth6
September 12th, 2012
8:21 pm
I look forward to seeing FG back as coach next year. whatever this year’s conclusion might be. He’s done a good job–much better than 2011, which I think he would admit was mishandled. Shows he can learn from mistakes.
FIRE FREDI GONZALEZ
September 12th, 2012
8:21 pm
Just plunk Roid Braun and go after the next guy.
Capt.Mudd
September 12th, 2012
8:22 pm
“Here I Go Again,” Whitesnake
ChattTownBrian
September 12th, 2012
8:23 pm
Aww come on Paul!
cabravesfan
September 12th, 2012
8:25 pm
I’m sure Prado makes that play…
Sopheee
September 12th, 2012
8:25 pm
Y’all know I love ‘teen ‘teen but that’s why Janish is at short today.
Brava
September 12th, 2012
8:25 pm
Good play, Janish!
ChattTownBrian
September 12th, 2012
8:25 pm
WOW!
cabravesfan
September 12th, 2012
8:25 pm
Nice scoop by Danny too
FIRE FREDI GONZALEZ
September 12th, 2012
8:26 pm
Don’t let Aroidis beat you. I would say don’t let the Brewers roiders beat you but that’s half their team.
Hugo Z Hackenbush
September 12th, 2012
8:27 pm
Blah blah blah Wren blah blah blah Fredi blah blah blah Uggla. Have I summed it all up?
FIRE FREDI GONZALEZ
September 12th, 2012
8:28 pm
Tight zone tonight. Hopefully Maholm doesn’t give in and starting serving up Meatballs.
Sopheee
September 12th, 2012
8:28 pm
Sit down, Aramis.
ChattTownBrian
September 12th, 2012
8:28 pm
Paul helping Paul there.
Brava
September 12th, 2012
8:29 pm
Good job, Maholm! Now let’s get more runs.
Dum-Bass
September 12th, 2012
8:29 pm
Here’s bettin the Phillies pull out that second wildcard. Won again today and now riding a 7 game win streak. All the WC teams above them lost. Phils may be the Braves nemesis again this year looks like!
cabravesfan
September 12th, 2012
8:29 pm
Hugo-
You forgot “blah blah blah Janish blah blah blah Prado”
ChattTownBrian
September 12th, 2012
8:30 pm
Was Aramis Ramirez on roids? Didn’t know that. Never really liked the guy for some reason and not just because he hits us well. Just he has a look of arrogance.
Hugo Z Hackenbush
September 12th, 2012
8:31 pm
Phillies are like that dude Edginton on True Blood. Think he’s gone, and then he makes a comeback, annoying the living hell out of everybody.
FIRE FREDI GONZALEZ
September 12th, 2012
8:34 pm
@chatt
He was implicated in that big list of players from 2003.
ChattTownBrian
September 12th, 2012
8:34 pm
“Brian hits a blast in the third deck here at Miller Park” is what Chip says. We know, we can see that. We know where they’re playing. I miss his dad.
Hugo Z Hackenbush
September 12th, 2012
8:36 pm
Boog never shoulda left. Hope he’s really happy where he is…
Hugo Z Hackenbush
September 12th, 2012
8:37 pm
…not!
Bat Masterson
September 12th, 2012
8:39 pm
I don’t know about the rest of y’all but I’m really glad The A Bomb pointed out Heyward to the Braves.
FIRE FREDI GONZALEZ
September 12th, 2012
8:44 pm
We need to plunk Gomez.
ChattTownBrian
September 12th, 2012
8:45 pm
Late slide though.
ChattTownBrian
September 12th, 2012
8:46 pm
Yeah the replay showed he went in late and agree he should be plunked. The dummy doesn’t know how to play the game, he’s shown that before when we played them. Dirty thing.