2014 MLB Thread - Page 46

AENeuman · 10-16-2014, 11:12 PM

The Bay over the Hay!!

2010 was pressure packed with 54 year drought, 02 meltdown

2012 was so on/off, bad losses, desperate must wins, til the tigers...

2014 enjoyable because no pressure, always the underdog, classic good defense, pitching and small ball. 4 rookies and journeyman, go figure

Thomkal · 10-17-2014, 10:44 AM

I /really/ hate the Giants now. I'm "all in" for the Royals winning now

lungs · 10-17-2014, 11:42 AM

I won't complain about this World Series matchup. Definitely going to pull for the Royals.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 10-17-2014, 11:46 AM

SportsNation poll over on ESPN site has 67% of nation and 47 out of 50 states rooting for Royals. California, Nevada, and Hawaii are the holdouts.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 10-17-2014, 11:48 AM

Oh, it's on! SungWoo is heading back to Kansas City!!!!!!!

SungWoo Lee to return to KC for World Series | Local News - KMBC Home

Vince, Pt. II · 10-17-2014, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Mizzou B-ball fan

SportsNation poll over on ESPN site has 67% of nation and 47 out of 50 states rooting for Royals. California, Nevada, and Hawaii are the holdouts.

I'm honestly surprised they're that low, actually. Their opponent is a west coast team that has won it two of the last four seasons and used to play Barry Bonds on a regular basis. I guess it helps that the team has no villains to root against.

oykib · 10-17-2014, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Mizzou B-ball fan

Oh, it's on! SungWoo is heading back to Kansas City!!!!!!!

SungWoo Lee to return to KC for World Series | Local News - KMBC Home

That's the final piece. That guy is money.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 10-17-2014, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Vince, Pt. II

I'm honestly surprised they're that low, actually. Their opponent is a west coast team that has won it two of the last four seasons and used to play Barry Bonds on a regular basis. I guess it helps that the team has no villains to root against.

They knocked out the Cardinals. That increases their likeability for a lot of people.

Arles · 10-17-2014, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Mizzou B-ball fan

They knocked out the Cardinals. That increases their likeability for a lot of people.

I don't think "who you knock out" is much of a factor. I think it's pretty simple - people "say" they like to see the underdog/new team. But, they often don't end up watching in the numbers they would if it was Cards/Yankees or Dodgers/Sox. There are going to be a lot of "Royals fans" in polls and on social media, but ratings aren't going to show it. Much like when Butler and VCU made the NCAA final four and everyone says how cool it is - but not near the numbers watch VCU-Butler that watched Kentucky-UCONN. Being for the underdog is cool, but often not enough for you to invest much in the games unless there is a bad guy to root against.

ISiddiqui · 10-17-2014, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Arles

I don't think "who you knock out" is much of a factor. I think it's pretty simple - people "say" they like to see the underdog/new team. But, they often don't end up watching in the numbers they would if it was Cards/Yankees or Dodgers/Sox. There are going to be a lot of "Royals fans" in polls and on social media, but ratings aren't going to show it. Much like when Butler and VCU made the NCAA final four and everyone says how cool it is - but not near the numbers watch VCU-Butler that watched Kentucky-UCONN. Being for the underdog is cool, but often not enough for you to invest much in the games unless there is a bad guy to root against.

Perhaps, but TBS's ratings seem to indicate the opposite:

TBS caught an unlucky break despite a decent MLB postseason - Awful Announcing

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TBS is also having a solid postseason from a ratings perspective. Entering Wednesday’s Game 4, the network was averaging a 3.3 rating and 5.3 million viewers for the Royals/Orioles American League Championship Series. That was actually up six percent in ratings and 13 percent in viewers from last year’s Dodgers/Cardinals National League Championship Series, which TBS aired exclusively in most of the same timeslots. The series has (so far) peaked with 6.0 million viewers for Game 3. This followed a Wild Card and Division Series where TBS saw increases for six of their seven broadcasts.

MizzouRah · 10-17-2014, 05:44 PM

GO ROYALS!

Neuqua · 10-17-2014, 08:45 PM

I Don't Know Any Royals - YouTube

Arles · 10-19-2014, 12:07 AM

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Originally Posted by ISiddiqui

Perhaps, but TBS's ratings seem to indicate the opposite:

TBS caught an unlucky break despite a decent MLB postseason - Awful Announcing

We will see how the series does in comparison to the Cards-Sox one. A 6 percent jump for the LCS doesn't necessarily mean the World Series will do better. There's probably some local novelty to both AL teams being this far for the first time in decades, but I'm not sure it will translate into the World Series which strives for a bigger national audience. We shall see.

OldGiants · 10-19-2014, 10:58 AM

I really loathe this long Fox Break. Kills all the interest momentum I'd built up.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 10-19-2014, 08:00 PM

Look back at a Joe Pos article about Dayton Moore......

Blast from past: Dayton Moore | Joe Blogs

Mizzou B-ball fan · 10-20-2014, 11:10 AM

Awfully pretty............

Mizzou B-ball fan · 10-20-2014, 01:18 PM

dola

Video showing how the pitch clock would work that they've been testing out in the minor leagues this year.

VIDEO: Here's how the proposed 'pitch clock' is going to work - CBSSports.com

Karlifornia · 10-20-2014, 01:24 PM

What happened to the real stadium? Fire? Why are they gonna have the WS at a minor league park?

Mizzou B-ball fan · 10-20-2014, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Karlifornia

What happened to the real stadium? Fire? Why are they gonna have the WS at a minor league park?

That joke was made a couple of months ago. You're way late on that.

With that said, Kauffman Stadium is the reason that most new stadiums now have open skyline outfields, windows in the outfield, waterfalls, etc. It continues to be a stadium that was far ahead of its time when it was built. While they were building Kauffman Stadium, there was nothing but cookie cutters being built elsewhere. They had the vision to open up the view while still seating 40K in the stands.

cartman · 10-20-2014, 04:04 PM

Most people that don't have a 'KC complex' consider Kauffman Stadium a below average MLB park.

Ranking the Best and Worst MLB Ballparks in 2014 | AthlonSports.com
Power Ranking All 30 MLB Stadiums | Bleacher Report
Ranking The 30 MLB Ballparks According To Yelp | The Roosevelts
MLB Ballpark Rankings: The Best Places to Catch a Game in 2013 | Total Pro Sports
Rating each of the major league ballparks - LA Times

BillJasper · 10-20-2014, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by cartman

Most people that don't have a 'KC complex' consider Kauffman Stadium a below average MLB park.

Ranking the Best and Worst MLB Ballparks in 2014 | AthlonSports.com
Power Ranking All 30 MLB Stadiums | Bleacher Report
Ranking The 30 MLB Ballparks According To Yelp | The Roosevelts
MLB Ballpark Rankings: The Best Places to Catch a Game in 2013 | Total Pro Sports
Rating each of the major league ballparks - LA Times

I'd say its rated about where it should be considering it was built in 1973.

cartman · 10-20-2014, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by BillJasper

I'd say its rated about where it should be considering it was built in 1973.

But if you listen to a certain poster, it sounds like it should be considered one of the great cathedrals of the game.

BillJasper · 10-20-2014, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by cartman

But if you listen to a certain poster, it sounds like it should be considered one of the great cathedrals of the game.

I don't think it was considered that the last time the Royals made the World Series.

AENeuman · 10-20-2014, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Mizzou B-ball fan

That joke was made a couple of months ago. You're way late on that.

With that said, Kauffman Stadium is the reason that most new stadiums now have open skyline outfields, windows in the outfield, waterfalls, etc. It continues to be a stadium that was far ahead of its time when it was built. While they were building Kauffman Stadium, there was nothing but cookie cutters being built elsewhere. They had the vision to open up the view while still seating 40K in the stands.

I believe Kauffman is also the reason stadiums today have bases, outfield fences and gravity

JPhillips · 10-20-2014, 05:31 PM

I remember the old stadiums well.

kingfc22 · 10-20-2014, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by AENeuman

I believe Kauffman is also the reason stadiums today have bases, outfield fences and gravity

This made me laugh.

Is it Tuesday yet? This 5 day break is ridiculous.

BillJasper · 10-20-2014, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Mizzou B-ball fan

While they were building Kauffman Stadium, there was nothing but cookie cutters being built elsewhere. They had the vision to open up the view while still seating 40K in the stands.

The fact that the Royals didn't have to share a stadium with the Chiefs is why Kauffman only seats 40,000.

Buccaneer · 10-20-2014, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by AENeuman

I believe Kauffman is also the reason stadiums today have bases, outfield fences and gravity

bro, always enjoyed your wit. You have to excuse our exuberant fan, they don't win pennants very often and not used how to react.

For the record, I'm good with either team winning. SF has long been my 3rd favorite NL team (after SD and StL) and I'm also excited to see KC winning a pennant for the junior league.

Mizzou B-ball fan · 10-21-2014, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by BillJasper

The fact that the Royals didn't have to share a stadium with the Chiefs is why Kauffman only seats 40,000.

Exactly. No one at that time even considered the concept of baseball only/football only on the same spot right next to each other. That was crazy talk, but now it's considered a very innovative design move. Not only that, but they had an open baseball stadium that could still seat 40K.

KC has three of the top four stadium/arena designers in the nation. All three of those companies have their roots in the design team of the Truman Sports Complex. AT&T Park was designed right here in KC, along with most other major U.S. stadiums.

Game day!!!!!!! Time to go win Game 1! I snagged my official WS program last night!

DaddyTorgo · 10-21-2014, 01:04 PM

I hope KC wins. I really do.

It's adorable to see fans so excited.

cartman · 10-21-2014, 01:25 PM

Maybe it is just me, but aren't programs supposed to be bought at the game?

JonInMiddleGA · 10-21-2014, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by cartman

Maybe it is just me, but aren't programs supposed to be bought at the game?

They've been available in advance, or even by mail order, for many many years.
I have an All-Star game program somewhere from the late 70's through just that method.

BishopMVP · 10-21-2014, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by kingfc22

This made me laugh.

Is it Tuesday yet? This 5 day break is ridiculous.

Well that's just your fault for winning the LCS's so quickly!

I dislike some parts of baseball's playoff schedule - no way there should ever be more than the 2 off day's after game 2 and 5, but with all the logistics necessary these days I accept the necessity for having a static schedule (and needing to put time for the LCS's to go 7.)

kingfc22 · 10-21-2014, 07:19 PM

Dammit Flannery.

kingfc22 · 10-21-2014, 07:20 PM

YES!!! Misnamed James Shields does not get bailed out. Way to go Pence!

Jas_lov · 10-21-2014, 07:21 PM

Why is he called Big Game James Shields? He hasn't been good this postseason. They've won all his starts but not because of him. Probably won't get bailed out this time.

Grover · 10-21-2014, 07:21 PM

This has not begun well.

sterlingice · 10-21-2014, 07:25 PM

Not the start I was hoping for

SI

Karlifornia · 10-21-2014, 07:25 PM

These Royals fans that spent two grand on tickets are starting to regret not taking that unforgettable vacation to Branson

MrBug708 · 10-21-2014, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Jas_lov

Why is he called Big Game James Shields? He hasn't been good this postseason. They've won all his starts but not because of him. Probably won't get bailed out this time.

Because his name is James.

cartman · 10-21-2014, 07:47 PM

Hunter Pence looks like he drives around in a 70s van with 'FREE CANDY' scrawled on the side

sterlingice · 10-21-2014, 07:59 PM

How is there no Fox Trax on this game?

SI

EagleFan · 10-21-2014, 08:21 PM

WTF? When did a women's tennis match break out, with all this grunting...

kingfc22 · 10-21-2014, 08:22 PM

Some quality pitching to get out of that jam.

Grover · 10-21-2014, 08:22 PM

Goddamn Hos, you gotta take a pitch there.

sterlingice · 10-21-2014, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Grover

Goddamn Hos, you gotta take a pitch there.

Brutal, just brutal. And pulling the first pitch he sees on the outside. If you're swinging pitch one after a walk, it'd better be your pitch. Especially when a single would have been huge.

SI

kingfc22 · 10-21-2014, 08:42 PM

Blow it open boys.

cartman · 10-21-2014, 08:45 PM

That closes the book on Big Shame James. 3 IP, 5 ER

Buccaneer · 10-21-2014, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Karlifornia

These Royals fans that spent two grand on tickets are starting to regret not taking that unforgettable vacation to Branson

Knock it off.

sterlingice · 10-21-2014, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Buccaneer

Knock it off.

You don't have to live in flyover country to be provincial

SI

10-16-2014, 11:12 PM	#2251
AENeuman College Benchwarmer Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: SF	The Bay over the Hay!! 2010 was pressure packed with 54 year drought, 02 meltdown 2012 was so on/off, bad losses, desperate must wins, til the tigers... 2014 enjoyable because no pressure, always the underdog, classic good defense, pitching and small ball. 4 rookies and journeyman, go figure Last edited by AENeuman : 10-16-2014 at 11:22 PM.

10-17-2014, 08:45 PM	#2262
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10-19-2014, 10:58 AM	#2264
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10-20-2014, 01:24 PM	#2268
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10-20-2014, 04:04 PM	#2270
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10-17-2014, 10:44 AM	#2252
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10-17-2014, 11:42 AM	#2253
lungs Pro Rookie Join Date: May 2002 Location: Prairie du Sac, WI	I won't complain about this World Series matchup. Definitely going to pull for the Royals.

10-17-2014, 11:46 AM	#2254
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10-17-2014, 11:48 AM	#2255
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10-17-2014, 05:44 PM	#2261
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10-19-2014, 08:00 PM	#2265
Mizzou B-ball fan General Manager Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kansas City, MO	Look back at a Joe Pos article about Dayton Moore...... Blast from past: Dayton Moore \| Joe Blogs

10-20-2014, 11:10 AM	#2266
Mizzou B-ball fan General Manager Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kansas City, MO	Awfully pretty............

10-20-2014, 01:18 PM	#2267
Mizzou B-ball fan General Manager Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kansas City, MO	dola Video showing how the pitch clock would work that they've been testing out in the minor leagues this year. VIDEO: Here's how the proposed 'pitch clock' is going to work - CBSSports.com

10-20-2014, 05:31 PM	#2275
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10-21-2014, 01:04 PM	#2280
DaddyTorgo Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Massachusetts	I hope KC wins. I really do. It's adorable to see fans so excited.

10-21-2014, 01:25 PM	#2281
cartman Death Herald Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Le stelle la notte sono grandi e luminose nel cuore profondo del Texas	Maybe it is just me, but aren't programs supposed to be bought at the game? __________________ Thinkin' of a master plan 'Cuz ain't nuthin' but sweat inside my hand So I dig into my pocket, all my money is spent So I dig deeper but still comin' up with lint

10-21-2014, 07:19 PM	#2284
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10-21-2014, 07:21 PM	#2286
Jas_lov College Starter Join Date: Oct 2000	Why is he called Big Game James Shields? He hasn't been good this postseason. They've won all his starts but not because of him. Probably won't get bailed out this time.

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10-21-2014, 07:47 PM	#2291
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10-21-2014, 07:59 PM	#2292
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10-21-2014, 08:22 PM	#2294
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10-21-2014, 08:42 PM	#2297
kingfc22 Head Coach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Morgan Hill, CA	Blow it open boys. __________________ Fan of SF Giants, 49ers, Sharks, Arsenal

10-21-2014, 08:45 PM	#2298
cartman Death Herald Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Le stelle la notte sono grandi e luminose nel cuore profondo del Texas	That closes the book on Big Shame James. 3 IP, 5 ER __________________ Thinkin' of a master plan 'Cuz ain't nuthin' but sweat inside my hand So I dig into my pocket, all my money is spent So I dig deeper but still comin' up with lint

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