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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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#902. To: Liberator (#894)
The Rangers had a stretch close to that earlier in the season when the starting pitching was doing what it is supposed to do "quality starts", but am not too sure they have that in them again... I don't think the 88 wins will hold up this year there are way too many teams in the American league vying for the spot. On the other hand the National league has been all but decided. that's why I'm counting on the Rangers to get hot . They especially need to be hot starting next Tuesday against the Jays :> Yanks wasted another great effort by Severino . But can't complain about 2 of 3 . Yanks go back to NY in 1st ;and 10 teams they SHOULD feast on except perhaps Houston. Jays go to Philly for 2 and then play 3 against the Angels and 3 against the Rangers . Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?
Saw an article on MLB that Chirinos is not ready to come back and Corporan is still having thumb issues. Looks like we have Wilson and Gimenez for a bit longer now. Both are hitting well, however I wonder how much they know the rotation and pen. "When Americans reach out for values of faith, family, and caring for the needy, they're saying, "We want the word of God. We want to face the future with the Bible.'"---Ronald Reagan
Interesting article here on the Rangers keeping in the hunt: Gosselin: If resilient Rangers are serious about playoffs, they must make a stand "When Americans reach out for values of faith, family, and caring for the needy, they're saying, "We want the word of God. We want to face the future with the Bible.'"---Ronald Reagan
No, all "prospects" are a roll of the dice vs the known quantity. Let's face it -- the Yankees hit the Trifecta with Jeter, Mariano, and Pettitte -- and of the three, only Jeter was a "can't-miss." Mariano was a starter in '95 and got bombed. Pettitte came out of the gate at 12-9. I realize the old-model can't work the way it had with the Boss, but the Steinbrenner Family IS still quite wealthy, and the Yanks still are not like any other club -- we need to keep on winning. Cashman has to find the right balance of talent. That means he needed to be creative. They have lacked offensive spark and slumped a few times -- even before they went on their 90 runs in 10 games binge. The Yanks took 2 of 3 from the Jays, but with ANY normal offensive production, could have swept. 1 run against another guy with a 5+ ERA?? They are going no where if this epic slump continues. Raised on Long Island . I live in the Hudson Valley now . Don't kid yourself about patience. As Yanks fans we saw them go from the early 80s until the mid 90s without any championships . Now I admit ;that aint Mets ,Jets patience but.............Gene Michaels patiently built the foundation for the championship years in that time . He did it by stocking the minors with talent . Hudson Valley -- Really nice in them thar parts. LI boy? Lotta Mets/Jets fans out there, eh? Yeah -- the drought from '82-'95 killed us Yankee Fans. Especially during the Donnie Baseball years. I understand a certain degree of patience, but when you have a 6 game lead (and obvious batting needs), ya gotta go out an make a deal. Stick Michael was a heckuva GM and eye for talent. Too bad Showalter was let go after '95. THAT loss to the Mariners was a back-breaker. Got a great read to recommend, Tom: 'The Last Boy -- The End of America's Childhood' (Mickey Mantle.) Unc, Red, ANY baseball guy would really like this book.
Look like two are gone for the year. And two coming back eventually. ITMT they picked up somebody competent (forget now.) I like the Rangers ,but when I was a big hockey fan I was on Long Island ,and it was in the middle of the great Islanders run . Out on the Island still for that time? That was a confusing time for me as a Rangers Fan; I began watching the Islanders on Channel 9....was watched for their '75 underdog run as they beat the hated Flyers and began pulling for the Gilles-Trottier-Bossy Isles. Total confusion when they played the Rangers. After that dynasty I returned as a hard-core Rangers' Fan.
Maybe the Yankees need to bring back their old 'batting coach' from the mid-90s: "When Americans reach out for values of faith, family, and caring for the needy, they're saying, "We want the word of God. We want to face the future with the Bible.'"---Ronald Reagan
I looked at the various 2nd WCs since inception a few years ago. Only one team won less than 88 games. Difference this year is one team in the AL is not running away with the top WC. And now the Rangers won yet again. Yeah, odd year of absolute parity. Is it possible 85-86 games wins...a division AND WC??
Man, from what I've seen of the entire AL, ANY of these teams are capable of getting red hot OR slumping into oblivion. The Rangers' SP is no worse than any of the contenders -- only that lack a real Stopper it appears.
Don't think the Royals will tank that bad but they have trouble beating good teams this year. The Rangers are the bizarro opposite. They lose to sub-500 teams and beat above 500 teams. Better record on the road (best AL road record) than at home. Hard to tell if the Rangers tank. It does not take much right now. In the position of the Twins, Rays, Angels, Orioles and Rangers if any of those teams go on a 5-7 game losing streak it may be tough to bounce back in Sept. I foresee Bannister using 7-10 pitchers in a game come Sept call ups:) "When Americans reach out for values of faith, family, and caring for the needy, they're saying, "We want the word of God. We want to face the future with the Bible.'"---Ronald Reagan
it was a great time to be on the Island .The team was very community oriented . It was easy to route for Trottier and Bossy but may favorites were the grinders like Bobby Nystrom and the Sutter Brothers . Same thing with the D . Everyone liked Potvin . But my favorite was Ken Morrow . I thought it was cool that he went from an Olympic Gold medal team right to a Stanley Cup team . Not a bad way to start a career . A Gold medal and 4 Stanley Cups . Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?
Rangers got to Rodney in the bottom ninth tonight. Won 4-3 on a Beltre walk off walk:) Two bunt singles (one was a sac bunt beat out by DD). They Rodney plunked Choo in the back. Fielder struck out then the walk by Beltre. Stros lose putting Rangers 3 games out. "When Americans reach out for values of faith, family, and caring for the needy, they're saying, "We want the word of God. We want to face the future with the Bible.'"---Ronald Reagan
The closer Tolleson is doing a fine job. 23 of 24 saves since being bumped up. Plus the two late inning relievers they picked up from the trade deadline are doing well. Dyson has a nasty sinking fast ball. Time will tell. Lots of baseball left to play. "When Americans reach out for values of faith, family, and caring for the needy, they're saying, "We want the word of God. We want to face the future with the Bible.'"---Ronald Reagan
They are playing better as of late and have won 4 in a row to get them 5 games over .500. He is on the DL after TJ surgery... We have 2 #2s one is on the DL supposedly gonna be back on Wednesday and the other is pitching like a #3 or 4, in fact he could very well have lost last night if it weren't for the defense... Choo saved his bacon with this little gem last night that if not made would have surrendered the lead and maybe the game... Yea they tried losing last night to a sub .500 team, AGAIN!!! Choo's throw and Rodney's lack of pitching are the only reasons they won last night... Looks like my bad mouthing of Adrian has finally gotten to him he's been playing better for a couple of weeks now... "EVIS" well he's still playing his way into moving to a new zipcode, hope that can be arranged this off season... Ever since he got that big contract he's been regressing in all areas of his play... Looks like Mitchell had a rough night last night... He's out of the hospital so shouldn't be too bad, just wonder how he will react the next time he goes to pitch?? Good points. (I'd rather have a team demonstrate an ability to beat better teams while having a worse record.) The Rangers -- road warriors too? It all bodes well for them IF they can cop a WC spot. Hard to tell if the Rangers tank. It does not take much right now. In the position of the Twins, Rays, Angels, Orioles and Rangers if any of those teams go on a 5-7 game losing streak it may be tough to bounce back in Sept. The Rangers are a Jekyll and Hyde team. Sorta like the Yanks, sorta like many teams it seems. Running either Hot and Cold. The only teams I'd bet the house on for making the playoffs is the Jays and KC (only because the AL Central stinks. I foresee Bannister using 7-10 pitchers in a game come Sept call ups:) Girardi will be using 8-11 ;-)
Must have been a great time out there back then. I mentioned the Trottier-Bossy-Gilles line because they were the iconic line of those championship teams, but yeah, other guys were memorable -- Nystrom, Tonelli (both clutch), Bourne, Goering....the Sutters were really young but integral members of the team. That D never got much credit. Everyone liked Potvin . Especially Rangers fans. Oh wait ;-) GREAT player. But my favorite was Ken Morrow . I thought it was cool that he went from an Olympic Gold medal team right to a Stanley Cup team . Not a bad way to start a career . A Gold medal and 4 Stanley Cups . Quite a start for Morrow, eh? Gold Medal, then the Cup. A defenseman's defenseman. I can still see a bearded Clark Gilles circling around trouble-makers like a lion, keeping the peace. Most intimidating force I can recall during those days. Remember the brawls with Terry O'Reilly?
Two bunt singles (one was a sac bunt beat out by DD). They Rodney plunked Choo in the back. Fielder struck out then the walk by Beltre. Cheap rally. BUT...all that matters is that W. The Tigers -- how the mighty have fallen. Rodney STINKS. Stros lose putting Rangers 3 games out. Striking distance. Stros are beginning to choke. Do the Angels have enough?
I was referring to a starting pitcher as a "stopper." Never heard of Tolleson, but closing down 23/24 saves is encouraging for you guys.
That may be, but I'm not worried about the O's. They don't appear to have enough this year.
We have 2 #2s one is on the DL supposedly gonna be back on Wednesday and the other is pitching like a #3 or 4, in fact he could very well have lost last night if it weren't for the defense... Potential is there....injuries (or lack thereof) is a crucial factor for everyone obviously at this time of year. Ya gotta hope that when your hurlers return they're in top form. Choo saved his bacon with this little gem last night that if not made would have surrendered the lead and maybe the game... Nice gun down!
Yeah they let Cruz get away just like the Rangers did 2 years ago, i could still kick JDs ass for that.
Holland was on a mission when he came back from the knee injury last year, hopefully he will do the same thing this year.
Sure do also with Dave Schultz .. and with Gilles on the line no one was going to take cheap shots at 2 time Lady Byng winner Mike Bossy . Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?
Astros are young and play that way, lots of strikeouts and home runs.
he has nasal fracture. Don't know if he will be back before Sept call ups . Expect Paneda back soon. I think his whole dl stint was an innings limiting stunt frankly. But when he comes back the Yanks will almost definitely go into a full 6 man rotation .After Sept 1 I expect there will be 35 Yanks in uniform ...mostly in the bullpen . We'll be lucky if Yanks games last less than 4 hrs. with all the pitching changes. Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?
shades of Roberto Clemente https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UUy65ZpSP0 Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?
Defense has been much better. His hitting has moved up a bit since the AS break. "When Americans reach out for values of faith, family, and caring for the needy, they're saying, "We want the word of God. We want to face the future with the Bible.'"---Ronald Reagan
If you can get passed Trout and Puhols with no runners on, you beat the Angels. Seems teams know this:) Their pitching is like everyone else's in their current position...shaky:) "When Americans reach out for values of faith, family, and caring for the needy, they're saying, "We want the word of God. We want to face the future with the Bible.'"---Ronald Reagan
Thought you guys would like to see this... http://www.sportsbreak.com/mlb/15-longest-home-runs-ever-hit/? utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=outbrain&utm_campaign=SB_OBN_US_DESK&cus_widget=212434 5&utm_content=rss That doesn't seem to be an unusual thing anymore, don't think the league really cares if the teams do it as long as they aren't blatant about it. Till the next time the lose 4-5 in a row then he goes out to lunch until they start winning again... Tough loss tonight. One bad inning by Chi Chi in the top first. Got in trouble but worked out nicely again in the third. After that lights out. BP did great too. What to expect when facing Iwakuma.
"When Americans reach out for values of faith, family, and caring for the needy, they're saying, "We want the word of God. We want to face the future with the Bible.'"---Ronald Reagan
7-2 Rangers top 9th. Was 3-2 going into the 7th. Then they had three HRs in a row. One two run HR by Moreland, then solo by Napoli and then another by Elvis. Holland did well. Made it 6 1/3 innings. Only had one inning (6th) where he got in trouble. Defense to the rescue again with a bases loaded no outs double play, then DD guns out a runner at the plate for the third out one batter later. "When Americans reach out for values of faith, family, and caring for the needy, they're saying, "We want the word of God. We want to face the future with the Bible.'"---Ronald Reagan
Rangers take 2/3 from the Mariners. Good deal. Too bad the Angels and Houston won too. However, when Houston won, they put the TB Rays down in the WC hunt. Also thank you NY Yankees for taking care of the Twins. Article for today: Grant: Derek Holland's return marks new look for Rangers in wide-open playoff race Nice back to back to back HR derby by the Rangers yesterday. Even "Evis" put one deep over the fence to Left-Center. Nap got in on it too with a bomb in the same direction. "When Americans reach out for values of faith, family, and caring for the needy, they're saying, "We want the word of God. We want to face the future with the Bible.'"---Ronald Reagan
Return the favor by whipping the Jays next week . Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?
Looks like he has been working hard on his throwing, it was average to below average when he got here. I'm glad he did so well now all we need is a few others to start pitching up to their potential and they will have a good shot at the playoffs...
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“Let me see which pig "DON'T" I want to vote for, the one with or without lipstick??" Hmmmmm...
#903. To: redleghunter (#901)
I looked at the various 2nd WCs since inception a few years ago. Only one team won less than 88 games. Difference this year is one team in the AL is not running away with the top WC.
“Let me see which pig "DON'T" I want to vote for, the one with or without lipstick??" Hmmmmm...
#904. To: CZ82, Liberator, Redleghunter (#903)
I don't think the 88 wins will hold up this year
#905. To: CZ82 (#903)
#906. To: CZ82, tomder55, liberator (#902)
#907. To: tomder55, CZ82, redleghunter (#898)
Jeter ,Posada ,Mariano were all once prospects ....so were Hughes, Jaba ,and Montero . Guess you never know for sure . The point is that the Yanks actually have prospects after years of trading them away for 'rent a players' .The old model won't work . Can't blame Cashman for that . The Boss isn't running the show anymore and his sons have a budget .
#908. To: tomder55 (#899)
pretty bad . 5th round pick Mykkele Thompson is possibly out for the year with an Achilles tear . Landon Collins had a knee injury . The Jints traded up for him in the 2nd round. He says he'll be ok. 2 more cornerbacks were dinged . One of them was subbing for Prince Amukamara who was already inactive with an injury .
#909. To: Liberator, tomder55, CZ82 (#907)
The Yanks took 2 of 3 from the Jays, but with ANY normal offensive production, could have swept. 1 run against another guy with a 5+ ERA?? They are going no where if this epic slump continues.
#910. To: redleghunter, CZ82, tomder55 (#901)
After tonight the Rangers are 1.5 games out of lower WC.
#911. To: CZ82 (#902)
The Rangers had a stretch close to that earlier in the season when the starting pitching was doing what it is supposed to do "quality starts", but am not too sure they have that in them again...
#912. To: Liberator, CZ82, tomder55 (#910)
Yeah, odd year of absolute parity. Is it possible 85-86 games wins...a division AND WC??
#913. To: Liberator (#908)
Out on the Island still for that time? That was a confusing time for me as a Rangers Fan; I began watching the Islanders on Channel 9....was watched for their '75 underdog run as they beat the hated Flyers and began pulling for the Gilles-Trottier-Bossy Isles. Total confusion when they played the Rangers. After that dynasty I returned as a hard-core Rangers' Fan.
#914. To: Liberator, CZ82, tomder55 (#910)
#915. To: Liberator, CZ82, tomder55 (#911)
only that lack a real Stopper it appears.
#916. To: tomder55 (#891)
Both the Jays and Yanks need to keep their eyes on the Orioles . They have not been buried and they have not had one of those hot streaks yet.
“Let me see which pig "DON'T" I want to vote for, the one with or without lipstick??" Hmmmmm...
#917. To: Liberator, redleghunter, tomder55 (#911)
The Rangers' SP is no worse than any of the contenders -- only that lack a real Stopper it appears.
“Let me see which pig "DON'T" I want to vote for, the one with or without lipstick??" Hmmmmm...
#918. To: redleghunter (#912)
The Rangers are the bizarro opposite. They lose to sub-500 teams and beat above 500 teams. Better record on the road (best AL road record) than at home.
“Let me see which pig "DON'T" I want to vote for, the one with or without lipstick??" Hmmmmm...
#919. To: tomder55 (#904)
“Let me see which pig "DON'T" I want to vote for, the one with or without lipstick??" Hmmmmm...
#920. To: redleghunter, CZ82, tomder55 (#912)
Don't think the Royals will tank that bad but they have trouble beating good teams this year. The Rangers are the bizarro opposite. They lose to sub-500 teams and beat above 500 teams. Better record on the road (best AL road record) than at home.
#921. To: tomder55 (#913)
t was a great time to be on the Island .The team was very community oriented . It was easy to route for Trottier and Bossy but may favorites were the grinders like Bobby Nystrom and the Sutter Brothers . Same thing with the D .
#922. To: redleghunter, CZ82, tomder55 (#914)
Rangers got to Rodney in the bottom ninth tonight. Won 4-3 on a Beltre walk off walk:)
#923. To: redleghunter, CZ82, tomder55 (#915)
The closer Tolleson is doing a fine job. 23 of 24 saves since being bumped up.
#924. To: CZ82, tomder55 (#916)
They are playing better as of late and have won 4 in a row to get them 5 games over .500.
#925. To: CZ82, redleghunter, tomder55 (#917)
He [the #1 Stopper] is on the DL after TJ surgery...
#926. To: Liberator (#924)
“Let me see which pig "DON'T" I want to vote for, the one with or without lipstick??" Hmmmmm...
#927. To: Liberator (#925)
“Let me see which pig "DON'T" I want to vote for, the one with or without lipstick??" Hmmmmm...
#928. To: Liberator (#921)
I can still see a bearded Clark Gilles circling around trouble-makers like a lion, keeping the peace. Most intimidating force I can recall during those days. Remember the brawls with Terry O'Reilly?
#929. To: Liberator (#922)
“Let me see which pig "DON'T" I want to vote for, the one with or without lipstick??" Hmmmmm...
#930. To: CZ82 (#919)
Looks like Mitchell had a rough night last night... He's out of the hospital so shouldn't be too bad, just wonder how he will react the next time he goes to pitch??
#931. To: CZ82 (#917)
Choo saved his bacon with this little gem last night that if not made would have surrendered the lead and maybe the game...
#932. To: CZ82 (#918)
"EVIS" well he's still playing his way into moving to a new zipcode, hope that can be arranged this off season... Ever since he got that big contract he's been regressing in all areas of his play...
#933. To: Liberator, CZ82, tomder55 (#922)
Striking distance. Stros are beginning to choke. Do the Angels have enough?
#934. To: tomder55, Liberator, redleghunter (#931)
“Let me see which pig "DON'T" I want to vote for, the one with or without lipstick??" Hmmmmm...
#935. To: tomder55 (#930)
I think his whole dl stint was an innings limiting stunt frankly.
“Let me see which pig "DON'T" I want to vote for, the one with or without lipstick??" Hmmmmm...
#936. To: redleghunter (#932)
Defense has been much better. His hitting has moved up a bit since the AS break.
“Let me see which pig "DON'T" I want to vote for, the one with or without lipstick??" Hmmmmm...
#937. To: CZ82 (#936)
#938. To: CZ82 (#936)
#939. To: CZ82, tomder55, liberator (#936)
#940. To: redleghunter, CZ82, liberator (#939)
Also thank you NY Yankees for taking care of the Twins.
#941. To: redleghunter (#938)
then DD guns out a runner at the plate for the third out one batter later.
“Let me see which pig "DON'T" I want to vote for, the one with or without lipstick??" Hmmmmm...
#942. To: redleghunter (#938)
Holland did well. Made it 6 1/3 innings. Only had one inning (6th) where he got in trouble.
“Let me see which pig "DON'T" I want to vote for, the one with or without lipstick??" Hmmmmm...
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