8/28 - 9/10 Game Discussion Thread

[Speedy]

Re: 8/28 - 9/10 Game Discussion Thread

Barry was sent packing because of issues on the coaching staff (Mattingly wasn't comfortable having him around from what I read). That sounds like a cover story that you posted above...I never read anything but good things from the players.

Yeah, I don't think Stanton would be singing Bonds' praises if there was that much trouble last year as it pertains to the players. Although if there is some truth to that narrative than it's possibly a situation where Bonds does better from afar than being with the club 24/7.

"shrugs"

Yeah, I mean that's my point. I don't think it's Stanton but rather how he meshed with the coaching staff and upper management not liking how Barry worked every day...I read one article saying he didn't have the "work ethic necessary" and didn't like that he didn't watch enough film or something. Whatever the reason, I think some MLB reporter ought to research it and do a story on it (Rosenthal) as I think it's nonetheless, interesting. I mean, what effect would Barry have on the team now as they cleary were better year-over-year in 2016 and Stanton is giving all credit to Barry. Is he really a good coach that could help another team? There's so many storylines!

I'm starting to get like Blzr talking about Barry...better stop before I get ahead.

[WaitTilNextYear]

Re: 8/28 - 9/10 Game Discussion Thread

Great first impression by Brett Anderson in a Jays uniform tonight. His last inning didn't exactly end the way he'd like it but still, that was 6 quality innings there. Obviously this is a showcase of his talents for 2018 whether with the Blue Jays or another club. His performance will definitely be evaluated with an eye to possibly retaining him next season.

He will spend more time on your disabled list than active. That's his M.O.

[SPTO]

Re: 8/28 - 9/10 Game Discussion Thread

He will spend more time on your disabled list than active. That's his M.O.

Eesh! Well, hopefully he pitches poorly the rest of the year then so we don't get trapped into signing him to any kind of deal.

[WaitTilNextYear]

Re: 8/28 - 9/10 Game Discussion Thread

The Pirates are one more play away from invoking Yakety Sax music this inning. Some really weak defense here from the Buccos.

[Jr.]

Re: 8/28 - 9/10 Game Discussion Thread

Cubs became the first team in MLB history to have 5 players under 25 hit 20 HRs in a season (Happ, Baez, Schwarber, Contreras, Bryant)

[LambertandHam]

Re: 8/28 - 9/10 Game Discussion Thread

Welp Pirates, just call it a season. See you in spring training.

[TheMatrix31]

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Angels/A's game was insane tonight. Trout had an unbelievable game and finished a double shy of the cycle. Had 4 runs and a walk too. Pujols with 2 homers. Angels jumped out to an early lead, A's had a massive fourth inning putting up 8 runs to go up 8-3, Angels come back in the 8th capped off with a ****in' CLIFF PENNINGTON grand slam.

Holy cow.

[WaitTilNextYear]

Re: 8/28 - 9/10 Game Discussion Thread

Cubs became the first team in MLB history to have 5 players under 25 hit 20 HRs in a season (Happ, Baez, Schwarber, Contreras, Bryant)

Happ is also the fastest in Cubs history to 20 HR. This is the first team in Cubs history to have 6 players with 20+ homers (add Rizzo in with your other 5).

I realize that posting about this will immediately cause the Cubs to go into a funk, but they've actually been the most productive offense in baseball in the 2nd half: 75 homers (2nd), .352 wOBA (2nd), 115 wRC+ (2nd), 10.2 WAR (1st). Baltimore is ahead of the Cubs in some categories, but I give the Cubs the nod due to doing it w/o the DH.

[WaitTilNextYear]

Re: 8/28 - 9/10 Game Discussion Thread

The Dodgers are done, by the way. A lowly 91-40 record after a 4-game skid. Barely 50 games over .500

[Mabster]

Re: 8/28 - 9/10 Game Discussion Thread

Angels/A's game was insane tonight. Trout had an unbelievable game and finished a double shy of the cycle. Had 4 runs and a walk too. Pujols with 2 homers. Angels jumped out to an early lead, A's had a massive fourth inning putting up 8 runs to go up 8-3, Angels come back in the 8th capped off with a ****in' CLIFF PENNINGTON grand slam.

Holy cow.

I turned it off when Dull hit Pujols. I knew it wasn't gonna end well. Just didn't expect a Pennington GS to be the death blow.

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[ShowTyme15]

Re: 8/28 - 9/10 Game Discussion Thread

The Dodgers are done, by the way. A lowly 91-40 record after a 4-game skid. Barely 50 games over .500

Offense has gone dormant lately. Was bound to happen though. Kershaw and Wood are coming back this weekend and Bellinger came back last night so hopefully we can get back on track.

[Sportsforever]

Re: 8/28 - 9/10 Game Discussion Thread

Offense has gone dormant lately. Was bound to happen though. Kershaw and Wood are coming back this weekend and Bellinger came back last night so hopefully we can get back on track.

Unfortunately they have to go 26-5 in order to break 2001 Seattle's record...hard to see that happening, especially with resting guys. I thought they had a chance a few weeks ago, but not so much now.

[Speedy]

Re: 8/28 - 9/10 Game Discussion Thread

Dansby Swanson had a great month of august.

64 PAs, 18% BB rate, 14% K rate and a split line of .328/.443/.453...granted, his BABIP was almost .400 but I love the BB/K rate.

[Sportsforever]

Re: 8/28 - 9/10 Game Discussion Thread

Joe West doing Joe West things in Tampa (Texas/Houston). People still don't pay to come watch you umpire, Joe.

[Sportsforever]

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Tropicana Field just took a home run away from Joey Gallo...he hit one a mile, except it hit one of the catwalks in play and dropped onto the field for only a double. That's so bush league...