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Published: Oct 14, 2014
Author: CZ82
Post Date: 2014-10-14 18:08:52 by CZ82
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For those of you who would like to comment on what might happen with the 2015 version of the Texas Rangers or any other MLB team for that matter.
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#219. To: redleghunter (#217)
Looks like they turned Justin into a reliever and he didn't do too bad last year. Olt still hasn't figured how to hit for average yet, he has power though.
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
They should have called the Yankees the day Jeter announced his retirement, they could have at least got a "bag of used pucks" (derogatory hockey term) in return. Oh wait maybe they did and the Yanks told them to FO..
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
Not any worse than what the big league team is doing, didn't both of them move up this year? I knew about Gallo had some loose chips or something, said he would be out at least 3 weeks. Now I hear Moreland has loose chips in his elbow he needs to get rid of, might as well do it right now instead of waiting. He'd only be out 10-14 days so why not now. If they can stay close to .500 until Holland, Perez and Harrison have a chance to pitch again they may not do too bad. But they have to get the bats going soon or when they start playing better teams it will be all over, including the crying.
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
I'm glad I was wrong. Then again I bit my lip when Roogie fumbled an inning ending out. But Sir Nick proved he is a pro and got out of that inning.
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead” (1 Peter 1:3)
Would have been another A-Rod situation I'm sure. Elvis goes to the Yanks, Rangers eat a portion of the salary and Elvis has an All Star season. Seems to happen to everyone we ditch except Hamiliton.
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead” (1 Peter 1:3)
Wonder how long it will be before he goes down with an ailment? (rolling eyes).
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
Like someone else we know who wanted to play 2B but wasn't really that good at it and they were too chicken to force him to play the OF. Then they traded him and he really took off, after his new team forced him to play the OF. The guy ended up with over 400 HRs for his career.
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
You jinx!
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead” (1 Peter 1:3)
Rangers struggling tonight. After such a good night last night. It's hard not having a #1 or #2 rotation pitcher to start the season. Gallardo is no #1 or even #2. It's ok to have a bunch of 3s and 4s when you have a consistent offense like we did in 10-11. Good thing everyone else in the AL West is struggling too.
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead” (1 Peter 1:3)
It doesn't surprise me I think some of those teams played over their heads last year.
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
With everything else going on its bound to happen.
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
I think the Offense will finally get its act together and they will stay close to .500 for awhile. They can't all hit below the Mendoza line for the entire season. Houston just moved into last place yesterday for team batting average at .216. So there is at least one team who's bats suck worse than the Rangers.
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
Let's see... 'Stros still struggling for consistency. Once they play outside the division they will fall apart. BP is WAY much better but still... Billy Beane gutted his team and two of the better OPS players are on DL for a few more weeks I think. One of them being Reddick. Good #1-3 starters but beyond that struggling like everyone else. Beane killed his magic gnome team. Angels even with Puhols and Trout are struggling to produce runs. They too have issues with pitchers at the back of the rotation. Not like the Rangers do but they do not have the magic of last year. Mariners were picked to be 'the team to beat' not only in the AL West but in the playoffs along with KC and Detroit. Their line up is very good and looks as deep as the Rangers 2011 line up; however, they too have back end of the rotation issues. The Rangers as I mentioned above are the most at risk given they do not currently have a #1 nor a #2 to toe the mound. Nick Martinez will be a solid #4 or even a #3 when he fully develops. Position/location pitchers without an effective heater will not raise up to the top two in the rotation. That's fine and I'm sure no one is trying to make him 'ace' material. But the biggest problem for the Rangers is offense. The first three weeks of the season shows the Rangers CAN hit average and struggling pitching but they are blanked when a good pitcher is on the mound. The fact the other teams in the division have some back end of the rotation issues may keep the Rangers afloat until help arrives. Plus if they 'luck out' most of the division series not catching a Sonny Gray or Jared Weaver or King Felix, will help. But it always seems they get those guys:)
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead” (1 Peter 1:3)
Could not resist...My childhood and teen years I was a Met's fan. Still follow them and hope for a Rangers-Mets WS to test my loyalties:) 11 in a row for the Met's getting it down with a deep DL but healthy and good pitching. At the link don't forget to take a look at Bartolo Colon running down a tag. Big boy and glad he is no longer on the A's. Mets walk all over Braves for 11th straight win "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead” (1 Peter 1:3)
Good news we may have a lefty reliever soon...Claudio seems to be doing better in RR: Texas Rangers may add lefty reliever soon Other than the Scheppers 2X fiasco, Banister showed he is much better making BP calls. He is not making who pitches the 7th and 8th predictable which is good. Keeping the opposing manager and bench coach thinking. Any advantage opens doors. I shut off the 8-1 romp the other night only to realize it ended 8-5 with 4 runs in the 9th. Again confirming that with good pitching, teams can beat the Rangers. If however, this offense proves to be like the 2010 late come back Rangers (getting to BPs) I think we can hang in there for an end of year fight IF Holland and Perez are truly healthy when they come back. Matt Harrison, is a wild card...we shall see. I said the same thing about Colby though:)
"The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul.” (Psalm 121:7)
Hammy may be coming back. "The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul.” (Psalm 121:7)
I sure hope not but wouldn't be surprised if he does come back. It would just be another dumb decision by the brain trust, "Hey lets get rid of Nolan and bring the Meth head back"... (rolling eyes). Now they'll have to go out and hire some more baby sitters for him, wonder how much that will cost?
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
Matt Harrison, is a wild card...we shall see. I'm not too worried about Holland, Perez probably won't pitch much before Aug or Sept so am not expecting much. Harrison I think will be back by July at the latest, he just did a 75 pitch BP session earlier this week and is going to do a 80 pitch BP session "today". They next thing up for him will be live batters and pitching in the minors to finish his rehab. They say he is looking really good and very anxious to get back to pitching in the majors.
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
Update on Hammy: Deal is done. So the Rangers pick up about 20% of the money. Frankly that is not a bad deal if this is spread out over the remaining three years. If he starts producing and the Rangers are not contenders this year, then he can be an economical trade deadline piece for prospects.
"The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul.” (Psalm 121:7)
Oh well I guess we will see how this all turns out. He's currently going thru a divorce, coming back from surgery and last I seen his stroke sucked, lots of bad things going on right now. If Magaden and Jones can help him find his stroke this may turn out OK, if not then it will end up as I fear a clusterphuck.
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
He is not making who pitches the 7th and 8th predictable which is good. Keeping the opposing manager and bench coach thinking. Any advantage opens doors. Yea I seen that. Now Tolleson can go back to his normal roll of 7th and 8th inning. Most people like knowing what their role is and when they are to be doing it, makes it easier on the player and the manager. I also think the opposing manager knowing so and so will be pitching in certain situations sometimes forces him to do things he doesn't really want to do, so it works both ways.
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
Remember the Nasty Boys? Opposing managers knew that they had to shoot their entire wad before the 7th inning if the wanted to win the game, cause if they didn't it was all over but the crying. The Nasty boys were originally made up of 5 pitchers Tim Layana, Tim Birtsas, Norm Charlton, Rob Dibble and Randy Myers. But because of the outstanding job the later 3 did in the 1990 WS history really only remembers those 3. There is an image (I can't find it) where they were all holding on to this plate of flaming baseballs, looked cool.
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
Yes I remember the nasty boys. Especially Dibble.
CJ Wilson went to visit Hammy at his friend's ranch where he is working out and rehabbing. He said Hammy was in the best shape he has seen him (chizled and cut) and hitting the ball good. Yes this is a risk but a low risk as we are not sending anyone to the Angels and the money is minimal. I think it was Evan Grant who said "what do the Rangers have to lose" in a rebuilding year? Well about $5M a year but that's chump change compared to the other toxic contracts they have. Maybe having Hamiliton become a two spot guy giving Fielder some protection will help. If that stroke is back as you said, things could only improve what we have now. Good to see Martin over Mendoza line. I think he, Moreland (not as many at bats) and Fielder are the only ones over the mark right now. Wandy gave me fits last night but due to good OF defense he got the job done. He was out of gas in the 4th but still pitched 'flubber' balls for strikes in the 5th. Maybe some more conditioning and he can be a 5th in the rotation. He still worries me... 3-2 belt high inside pitch to Freese? Rookie mistake, I give him a pass. Feliz should have told him to walk that dude with runners on:)
"The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul.” (Psalm 121:7)
Rookies mistake or catchers mistake? He is constantly throwing the fastball much more than he throws the curve or change (101 fastballs, 33 curves and 17 change-ups). He needs to throw the later 2 just a bit more, change speeds to keep the hitters off balance.
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
Well they hung on to win in 11 today. Not bad. After Banister was tossed out. Maybe they could have kept on and win in 9 if Choo did not miss a routine fly ball. That guy is a liability on the field and at the plate right now. Mitch Moreland and Martin doing well.
"The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul.” (Psalm 121:7)
Yea I think Choo needs to be given a couple of days off to get his schitt together. That would mean an OF consisting of Martin, Pegeuro and Smolinski cause DeShields is hitting .100 and Rua is out until June. BTA they are supposed to announce the Hamilton deal today so who know what that means as to when he would show up. Martinez did it again yesterday thru 6 innings, his ERA is down to .034!! Which means he's given up what 1 ER so far this year? My only complaint is he seems to be throwing too many pitches per inning, he should be able to go 7 on 95 pitches. I know I'm just being picky but it's the little things that can make the biggest difference sometimes. Him going 7 would mean less stress on the BP. over the course of the season.
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
Yeah would like to see him go 7 innings. But my observations of watching all his starts is he could get a little more help from the middle infield. Sometimes I see a ground ball to short or 2nd and say "easy out" and Elvis and Odor are nowhere near the ball. It seemed last year Odor was 'placed' or played in positions where he got at the ball better. Maybe this is them getting used to the new bench coach who I believe sets the infield and outfield. Elvis is in places where he is making terrible throws. I don't know it just seems like they are not where they should be with a pitcher (Martinez) who paints the outside and inside corners. I noticed Yu last year would give a 'high sign' to the infielders on a certain pitching routine he would work on the upcoming batter. When I played in the infield I always looked at where the catcher's glove was and made a few steps left or right, inch up or back. My coaches gave me heck for doing it telling me not to 'cheat' left or right etc. But I always seemed to be in a good position for a ground ball or line drive. I really can't tell if this is the case with Andrus or Odor as the camera angles don't give me a good picture. I would have to see it at a game or a reply where I can see the layout. The OF seems to be pretty well set except for Choo. He seems to be surprised every fly ball. High adventure when a fly ball heads to Choo. Good news is Martinez has seen the Angels twice and he made adjustments. We shall see with the Mariners. If he can do the same thing a couple of time through same teams, I will chalk it up the kid is doing his homework and has amazing control. Yesterday Buzz was saying Martinez did not have his best stuff yet he still got outs with runners on. I hope Martinez continues to plug on and do well and not get hurt. I hope he will not be a Tepesch or Grimm. I have school pride riding on him:) He is a Fordham grad:)
"The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul.” (Psalm 121:7)
Looks like Hammy deal done: "The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul.” (Psalm 121:7)
Yea and they blew the game last night in the 1st inning.
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
They better get his swing fixed or otherwise it's gonna get ugly quick. The other thing they need to do is ride his ass about trying to make spectacular plays in the OF and end up going on the DL instead. BTA if he isn't hitting that may end up being the best thing for everyone involved. Choo went "oh fer" again last night, they really need to get him out of the lineup for a couple of days. Along with a couple of others to give them a chance to work on their swings. BTA maybe it's time to see if they can coax Jaramillo out of retirement!!
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
Jason Jaramillo? LOL he is a career AAA player:) I know you are joking that we are scraping the bottom of the barrel. Choo went "oh fer" again last night, they really need to get him out of the lineup for a couple of days. Choo is now 1 for 31 if Buzz was correct. Somethings up like an injury he is hiding. Now I don't know if the fans are yelling CHOOOOO or BOOOOO. He is horrible and lost at the plate. Yeah that throw to first in the first was the nail in the coffin. Then again Gallie was struggling but evened the keel later. On Hammie? Will let you know once he gets back to Round Rock. Once he gets there I will park away from the right field fence and hope his swing is back.
"The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul.” (Psalm 121:7)
Choo riding the pine tonight against the left hander:
"The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul.” (Psalm 121:7)
Rangers? Y'all need to be cheering for the Royals, and enjoy the returns of Ty Cobb era baseball, both on and off the field. I'm going to presume you saw the Alex Gordon catch..
“Let no one mourn that he has fallen again and again; for forgiveness has risen, from the grave.” John Chrysostom www.evidenceforJesusChrist.org
I'm talking Rudy, you know the guy who was the Rangers hitting coach for 15 years 1995-2009. Years when they had no pitching but always was in the top 5 of offense and home runs. Went to Chicago in 2009 and was released in 2012 and as far as I know hasn't gotten another gig. Don't know if it's on purpose (I suspect so) or if his phone hasn't rang, he was in high demand for quite awhile. They should at least give him a call and see if he's interested in being a "special consultant".. :) Just think of some of the big bats he coached, Gonzalez, Sierra, Palmiero, Hamilton, Texiera so forth and so on.
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
It's about time he needs a couple of nights off in a row. Did you see they sent Scheppers back to AAA and called up Claudio? And Moreland is having more issues with the elbow, he just needs to get it cleaned out and be off the 2 weeks or so it would take to heal. I realize they don't want to fall into too big a hole to start the season but if he doesn't get it done soon it could cause more damage and then be gone the rest of the year.
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
Royals doing great. Love to watch that team play baseball. I was a Mets fan as a kid. Would like to see them keep playing good ball. Not much competition in their division this year. Braves doing some some rebuilding, Nats can't find the way; Marlins eh; Philles need to dump a load of salary and asking for top prospects. So could be their year.
"The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul.” (Psalm 121:7)
Give JD a call. They need Rudy back. Forgot about him. Thought he was retired.
"The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul.” (Psalm 121:7)
Looks like the Rangers finally made a "command decision" and he's gonna get it cleaned out in the next few days. This came out after I went to bed... http://rangersblog.dallasnews.com/2015/04/texas-rangers-mitch-moreland-to-miss- at-least-two-weeks-kyle-blanks-added.html/
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
It would be nice to see him prowling the batting cages and clubhouse again, he was a good teacher and role model for the players. JD if you can't spare the money to call Rudy I'll send you a prepaid phone card!!
“Political correctness is a doctrine, fostered by a delusional, illogical minority, and rapidly promoted by mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a turd by the clean end.”
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#220. To: redleghunter (#215)
At least one of the big three contracts have to be dumped. Either EA, Prince or Choo
#221. To: redleghunter (#214)
The farm reports on Luke and Chi Chi G. have not been good so far this year. Both are struggling with minor league batters.
#222. To: CZ82 (#218)
Nostradamus you're not. :)
#223. To: CZ82 (#220)
They should have called the Yankees the day Jeter announced his retirement, they could have at least got a "bag of used pucks" (derogatory hockey term) in return. Oh wait maybe they did and the Yanks told them to FO..
#224. To: redleghunter (#222)
But Sir Nick proved he is a pro and got out of that inning.
#225. To: redleghunter (#223)
Would have been another A-Rod situation I'm sure. Elvis goes to the Yanks, Rangers eat a portion of the salary and Elvis has an All Star season.
#226. To: CZ82 (#224)
#227. To: CZ82 (#225)
#228. To: redleghunter (#227)
Good thing everyone else in the AL West is struggling too.
#229. To: redleghunter (#226)
#230. To: redleghunter (#227)
It's ok to have a bunch of 3s and 4s when you have a consistent offense like we did in 10-11.
#231. To: CZ82 (#228)
It doesn't surprise me I think some of those teams played over their heads last year.
#232. To: CZ82, liberator (#229)
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#233. To: CZ82 (#230)
#234. To: CZ82 (#229)
#235. To: redleghunter (#234)
Hammy may be coming back.
#236. To: redleghunter (#233)
IF Holland and Perez are truly healthy when they come back.
#237. To: CZ82 (#236)
#238. To: redleghunter (#237)
#239. To: redleghunter (#233)
Good news we may have a lefty reliever soon...Claudio seems to be doing better in RR:
#240. To: redleghunter, A K A Stone (#233)
He is not making who pitches the 7th and 8th predictable which is good. Keeping the opposing manager and bench coach thinking. Any advantage opens doors.
#241. To: CZ82 (#240)
#242. To: CZ82 (#238)
If Magaden and Jones can help him find his stroke this may turn out OK, if not then it will end up as I fear a clusterphuck.
#243. To: CZ82 (#240)
#244. To: redleghunter (#242)
3-2 belt high inside pitch to Freese? Rookie mistake, I give him a pass.
#245. To: CZ82 (#244)
#246. To: redleghunter (#245)
#247. To: CZ82 (#246)
Martinez did it again yesterday thru 6 innings, his ERA is down to .034!! Which means he's given up what 1 ER so far this year? My only complaint is he seems to be throwing too many pitches per inning, he should be able to go 7 on 95 pitches. I know I'm just being picky but it's the little things that can make the biggest difference sometimes. Him going 7 would mean less stress on the BP. over the course of the season.
#248. To: CZ82 (#244)
#249. To: redleghunter (#247)
Sometimes I see a ground ball to short or 2nd and say "easy out" and Elvis and Odor are nowhere near the ball.
#250. To: redleghunter (#248)
#251. To: CZ82 (#250)
BTA maybe it's time to see if they can coax Jaramillo out of retirement!!
#252. To: CZ82 (#250)
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#253. To: redleghunter (#24)
#254. To: redleghunter (#251)
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Jason Jaramillo? LOL he is a career AAA player:) I know you are joking that we are scraping the bottom of the barrel.
#255. To: redleghunter (#252)
#256. To: GarySpFC, CZ82 (#253)
#257. To: CZ82 (#254)
#258. To: redleghunter (#257)
And Moreland is having more issues with the elbow, he just needs to get it cleaned out and be off the 2 weeks or so it would take to heal. I realize they don't want to fall into too big a hole to start the season but if he doesn't get it done soon it could cause more damage and then be gone the rest of the year.
#259. To: redleghunter (#257)
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