Ethier Headed to DL; Paul His Replacement
by Eric Stephen on May 18, 2010 10:50 AM PDT
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It is news we have all been trying to avoid, even though we all knew it would happen eventually. Andre Ethier appears headed to the disabled list today, per Ken Rosenthal of FoxSports.com. Ethier last played on Friday, May 14, so the first day he would be eligible to return is May 30, the final game of a series at Coors Field. Until then, we can decide whether to use pinky, pinkie, or little finger to describe Ethier's fracture.
Rosenthal also reports Xavier Paul is the likely call up, which was also expected. Paul was hit in the head during his pregame warmups on Saturday in Salt Lake City, probably around the same time Ethier broke his, umm, little finger during extra batting practice. Paul played a couple of innings Saturday night, but complained of headaches and missed the rest of that game and Sunday's as well. Paul returned last night to the Isotopes' lineup, and had two singles and a double.
Paul hit .276/.323/.483 with the Dodgers during the two weeks Manny Ramirez was on the disabled list, and scored eight runs in nine games. The left-handed hitting Paul and right-hander Reed Johnson will likely get the bulk of the starts in right field while Ethier is out.
Ethier has not played since I added the Andre Ethier NL Leaderboard Watch to the sidebar late Friday night. My bad.
UPDATE: The move is official, as Xavier Paul is in tonight's starting lineup, batting second and playing right field (thanks to Alex41592)
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That picture!
That picture is incredible. Also, crytime….hopefully he’ll be back and better than ever by the end of the month.
They say to never hit a man with a closed fist. But it is, on occasion, hilarious.
Welcome to TBLA
The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
by David Young on May 18, 2010 12:20 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh suuuure just drop by just to mourn the temporary loss of Squee-thier
But where were you all the other times we needed you? Huh! ;-)
There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos/Dodgers/Lakers fan in Niners/Raiders/Giants/Warriors country, and damned proud of it.
(just kidding, welcome)
There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos/Dodgers/Lakers fan in Niners/Raiders/Giants/Warriors country, and damned proud of it.
Hey hey hey
I just realized that this isn’t blocked at work. I’m new at the internet. :( (and hi, it’s good to be back)
They say to never hit a man with a closed fist. But it is, on occasion, hilarious.
who does john ely remind you guys of?
last night i thought of dan haren… but maybe james shields is a better comparison….
is there even a good comparison in the mlb?
Andy Sonnansinte?
Hardly any walks at first, too, but he did allow more HR
by Eric Stephen on May 18, 2010 10:55 AM PDT up reply actions
wow
just look at fangraphs to see who has the same stuff as ely…..
Shaun Marcum of the Blue jays….
Exact same stuff…. both righties 87 mph fastballs, slider/cutters at 85 mph, average curveballs and Great changeups…..
i never seen marcum pitch but hes been excellent this season and he is John ely SR.
by matthewmafa on May 18, 2010 11:03 AM PDT up reply actions
wow
he is exactly like Marcum
http://www.fangraphs.com/statss.aspx?playerid=6204&position=P
That would be awesome if he turns into Marcum. Although Marcum has a little higher gb% but its because ELY is King more batters….
as long as he skips the TJ surgery
which killed his 2009 and most of 2008
Patience is for those who die waiting for something to happen
by Phil Gurnee on May 18, 2010 11:22 AM PDT up reply actions
eh...
ELy does have a max effort motion and i did read some doubts whether his elbow would hold up in the long run…
But his runs to first make up for it!
There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos/Dodgers/Lakers fan in Niners/Raiders/Giants/Warriors country, and damned proud of it.
When he drops trow on the mound
then he’ll remind me of Lyons. Not before.
Illinois Jesus...
and on the 93rd postseason of the National Hockey League, the Slovakian-hockeygod Zeus commanded from high atop Mount Figueroa..."RELEASE THE MEAT TRAIN!" And it was good.
by DodgerBlueBalls on May 18, 2010 12:21 PM PDT up reply actions
What Jeff George used to call himself?
The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
by David Young on May 18, 2010 12:24 PM PDT up reply actions
Jeff George
too soon.
and on the 93rd postseason of the National Hockey League, the Slovakian-hockeygod Zeus commanded from high atop Mount Figueroa..."RELEASE THE MEAT TRAIN!" And it was good.
by DodgerBlueBalls on May 18, 2010 12:24 PM PDT up reply actions
Looks like I lost the game of “which player do I bench today”
by robotmadeofnails on May 18, 2010 11:03 AM PDT up reply actions
He wasn't going to play tonight anyway
so now the Dodgers get to have a full roster instead of a short(er) bench. Plus, I bet Paul starts instead of GA.
To top it all off, you still get an Ethier bobblehead.
Win-win-win
by Eric Stephen on May 18, 2010 11:10 AM PDT up reply actions
I agree…I would rather see Paul in the OF.
by robotmadeofnails on May 18, 2010 11:12 AM PDT up reply actions
The real reason for Ethier's DL trip?
It’s the universe’s way of finding time for him to get better aquainted with John Ely.
“Who?” said right fielder Andre Ethier, when told by reporters that John Ely will start. “I don’t even know who’s starting for us. I don’t even know who that is. I don’t want to sound like a jerk, but I don’t know him.”
Call it karma, or the universe “course-correcting,” but I think we should all fear the wrath of Ely.
Heh.
I pity the fate of Jeff Keppinger!
by Eric Stephen on May 18, 2010 11:22 AM PDT up reply actions
All prospects would be better off if Andre did not know who they are
Patience is for those who die waiting for something to happen
by Phil Gurnee on May 18, 2010 11:23 AM PDT up reply actions
Red Dead
My buddies for the 360 shipped today, but mine for the PS3 has not. I am sad
by robotmadeofnails on May 18, 2010 11:48 AM PDT reply actions
I've been wanting to buy a PS3
And can’t find one at any store. And anyone selling them online is charging double.
Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man
The PS3’s are not in stores? or the game?
I would be shocked if you cannot find one in a Target
by robotmadeofnails on May 18, 2010 12:21 PM PDT up reply actions
It seems as though Amazon has plenty of the PS3 consoles in stock.
and on the 93rd postseason of the National Hockey League, the Slovakian-hockeygod Zeus commanded from high atop Mount Figueroa..."RELEASE THE MEAT TRAIN!" And it was good.
by DodgerBlueBalls on May 18, 2010 12:24 PM PDT up reply actions
More McCourt goodies
Sorry, I hate this off-field stuff but it does play into the payroll situation
Oh, well, I was done being irrationally exuberant, anyway.
Ah, hopeless despair, we meet again…
The Ultimate Ned's Kind of Guy
by Humma Kavula on May 18, 2010 12:14 PM PDT up reply actions
Hopeless Despair meet Katy Hayes
Patience is for those who die waiting for something to happen
by Phil Gurnee on May 18, 2010 12:33 PM PDT up reply actions
Really, you point out that story to a man whose wife is expecting? I was doing just fine without being aware of that story. Good gosh.
Note to future readers: if you or your wife is expecting a child, do not click that link.
The Ultimate Ned's Kind of Guy
by Humma Kavula on May 18, 2010 12:43 PM PDT up reply actions
That is a Sophie's Choice
Patience is for those who die waiting for something to happen
by Phil Gurnee on May 18, 2010 12:45 PM PDT up reply actions
The moral of that story is clear
don’t run a half marathon.
by Eric Stephen on May 18, 2010 12:45 PM PDT up reply actions
Saul Rivera Dbacks debut
so far at 2/3 IP and 5 ER .. not bad
by SeanMillerSavior on May 18, 2010 12:05 PM PDT reply actions
Fanpost up
with the latest link to the latest Divorce news.
http://www.truebluela.com/2010/5/18/1477504/franklin-weigold-joins-the-dodger
Dodger Divorce builds on the Fanhouse story about an owner no one knew about and how Frank is using a “slush” fund for money to get past the hard cap the lenders put on his salary. It is great when your spouse turns you in.
I’m starting to think this will make a great movie along the lines of the Turner/Douglas one.
Patience is for those who die waiting for something to happen
That was
beyond the normal stupid HIMYM episode. Anything that centers around him is usually lousy and yes he is the dick he saw on the screen.
Patience is for those who die waiting for something to happen
by Phil Gurnee on May 18, 2010 12:41 PM PDT up reply actions
HIMYM has gone downhill this season, that’s for sure. As outlandish as the movie within the show was, Ted the character deserved it.
by Eric Stephen on May 18, 2010 12:43 PM PDT up reply actions
Haven't watched last nights show yet
But I think we’ll be able to pinpoint when that show starting sucking—- the Barney and Robin relationship.
by Michael White on May 18, 2010 12:44 PM PDT up reply actions
I think I only still watch because of Robin
Love that Canadian
Patience is for those who die waiting for something to happen
by Phil Gurnee on May 18, 2010 12:46 PM PDT up reply actions
I haven't watched the latest season
But Ted was super obnoxious towards the tail end of season 4. Pretentious douchebaggery abounded.
They say to never hit a man with a closed fist. But it is, on occasion, hilarious.
I feel bad for you guys about this news
I don’t like the Dodgers but I hate to see star players get injured especially when they are having a career year. I hope Either comes back soon and continues his quest for the triple crown. I don’t want him to get it but I don’t want injury to be the reason why.
"If you mess with us, we are going to answer back." - Troy Tulowitzki
by RhodeIslandRoxfan on May 18, 2010 12:42 PM PDT reply actions
Thanks
compared to what you have had to endure rotation wise this will be a walk in the park.
Patience is for those who die waiting for something to happen
by Phil Gurnee on May 18, 2010 12:44 PM PDT up reply actions
I really can't complain about injuries too much
We have not lost anyone for the season and we’ve had plenty of chances to win games despite missing people. The Rockies have been atrocious late in games this season in key spots and they deserve their record so far.
"If you mess with us, we are going to answer back." - Troy Tulowitzki
by RhodeIslandRoxfan on May 18, 2010 1:34 PM PDT up reply actions
I really hate Troy T, but I couldn’t be happy about any injuries to him. I’d be really happy with some regression though :D
Well his OPS isn't looking too good this year (.771 so far) but he's usually a slow starter.
I’m surprised you hate Tulo that much since he sucks agaisnt the Dodgers. He’s only a .244 career hitter against them with a .683 OPS and he’s does nothing late in game as he has nine strikeouts in 14 at bats against Broxton. I was hoping you guys might like him for this :-)
"If you mess with us, we are going to answer back." - Troy Tulowitzki
by RhodeIslandRoxfan on May 18, 2010 1:42 PM PDT up reply actions
It’s not really what he does against us, because the Dodgers own the Rockies anyway in head to head play :P
It’s just that he starts off so slow then comes on and destroys the baseball universe after June and every other year hurts the Dodgers playoff chances. It’s lame! haha
Well something will have to give this year because the Dodgers and Rockies play each other 12 times in the last 44 games of the season.
"If you mess with us, we are going to answer back." - Troy Tulowitzki
by RhodeIslandRoxfan on May 18, 2010 2:08 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah if we want to talk about "hate" I hate Brad Hawpe more
as he’s killed the Dodgers more. (I don’t really hate him, but just in rival sports-fan-ese) Rockies being without Street for awhile longer isn’t good, I’m sure. But yeah given the Dodgers have gone without Manny, Furcal and now Ethier this season, as well as earlier without Kuo or Bellisario (self-inflicted in that case), y’all can’t complain too much, it’s true.
There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos/Dodgers/Lakers fan in Niners/Raiders/Giants/Warriors country, and damned proud of it.
Yo E...
…good job on the “kiss of death” w/the Andre Ethier NL Leaderboard Watch. How about adding a GA NL Leadership Watch?
and an Andruw Jones AL leaderboard watch coupled with a Philadelphia Phillies watch
by K3vo on May 18, 2010 2:24 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
I like the cut of your jib.
I’d ask for a Juan Pierre leaderboard but it’s obvious that he put that up earlier this year and we all missed it.
by KellyStephen on May 18, 2010 2:54 PM PDT up reply actions
How about a Tim Lincecum Neighborhood Dispensary Visits Leaderboard?
and on the 93rd postseason of the National Hockey League, the Slovakian-hockeygod Zeus commanded from high atop Mount Figueroa..."RELEASE THE MEAT TRAIN!" And it was good.
by DodgerBlueBalls on May 18, 2010 3:02 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
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