Dodgers Power Their Way To Sweep Of Cardinals
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 2:13 PM PDT
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After four months of not receiving any run support, Hiroki Kuroda has been getting runs by the bushel of late. The Dodgers pounded the Cardinals 9-4 on Wednesday afternoon, completing their first series sweep of three games or more in St. Louis since 1993.
For the Dodgers, who lost 21 of 25 regular season games in St. Louis dating back to 2004, this series was a welcome relief. The Dodgers now lead the all-time series with the Cardinals, 1,002 wins to 1,001.
The Dodgers have now scored 489 runs and allowed 498; don't look now, but the Giants (444 runs for, 461 runs against) have the worst run differential in the NL West. Too bad they don't award division titles for that.
Kuroda received 24 runs of support in 12 starts from June 3 to August 8. Kuroda had a 2.54 ERA and a 2-9 record to show for it. In his last three starts, Kuroda has an ERA of 2.25 and has received 24 runs of support. As you might imagine, Kuroda is 3-0 in those three starts. He allowed three runs in seven innings today, picking up his 10th win of the season.
A.J. Ellis went nearly three years and 806 major and minor league plate appearances without a home run before hitting one in Triple A on July 22. Three days later Ellis hit another home run for the Isotopes, and today cranked one off Jaime Garcia 427 feet over the left field wall for his first major league home run. Ellis then got the classic silent treatment reaction from the dugout before he was mobbed by his teammates.
On the 10-game road trip, Dodger catchers hit .325/.341/.775 with five home runs and 12 RBI.
Notes
- Juan Rivera had a double and a home run, driving in three, and during the 10-game road trip hit .306/.366/.472.
- James Loney had his third multi-hit game in four days, with a single and two doubles, and has 11 hits in his last 17 at-bats.
- Matt Kemp had two singles, scored twice, and drove in two runs.
- Eugenio Velez pinch hit for Kuroda in the top of the eighth inning and grounded out, running his hitless streak to 27 at-bats
- Noted relief ace Skip Schumaker had four hits for St. Louis.
- After the game, the Dodgers optioned Josh Lindblom to Double A and activated Kenley Jansen from the disabled list. Doing the move now (well, before Friday basically) allows the Dodgers to bring back Lindblom as soon as September 4. Players optioned must be in the minors for 10 days unless they are replacing an injured player in their return.
- Dodgers' 2011 first-round draft pick Chris Reed will make his professional debut tonight for Class A Rancho Cucamonga. Reed will start for the Quakes, and is expected to pitch one or two innings. The game starts at 7:05 p.m. PDT, and can be heard online via 1450 AM.
- The Dodgers are off Thursday, but open a three-game series at Dodger Stadium Friday night with Colorado. Ted Lilly and Esmil Rogers start the opener
WP - Hiroki Kuroda (10-14): 7 IP, 8 hits, 3 runs, 1 walk, 4 strikeouts
LP - Jaime Garcia (10-7): 5 IP, 9 hits, 7 runs, 2 walks, 3 strikeouts
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On the 10-game road trip, Dodger catchers hit .325/.341/.775 with five home runs and 12 RBI.
If knowledge can create problems, it is not through ignorance that we can solve them.
Ted Lilly is gonna OWN colorado
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
Wow
Of all the things you don’t expect to happen… Scoring runs for Kuroda, sweep in St Louis…
The more you drink, the less gruesome I look.
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@shadowking011
My hatred for the Cardinals is damn near as high as it is for the Giants.
The people here have been avoiding me like the plague today.
Isn’t Arkansas huge Cardinals territory? Or am I 50 years out of date?
magnae clunes mihi placent, nec possum de hac re mentiri.
quis enim, consortes mei, non fateatur
by Humma Kavula on Aug 24, 2011 2:29 PM PDT up reply actions
So's Kentucky apparently
Everyone I’ve met from Kentucky, who liked baseball, was a Cardinals fan
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
I think, but cannot prove, that it is because St. Louis had the entire south all to itself until the Braves moved to Atlanta. If you were a baseball fan, and you lived in the south, the Cards became your team. And as we know, teams are handed down from parent to child.
magnae clunes mihi placent, nec possum de hac re mentiri.
quis enim, consortes mei, non fateatur
by Humma Kavula on Aug 24, 2011 2:35 PM PDT up reply actions
Are the Dodgers going to make Reed a starter then? I’ll feel a lot better about this pick if he can start, and is effective.
Nothing is ever easy.
injuries happen to pitchers
be they former relievers or former starters
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
WGT
There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos/Dodgers/Lakers fan in Niners/Raiders/Giants/Warriors country, and damned proud of it.
And by “T,” you mean 81-81, right?
magnae clunes mihi placent, nec possum de hac re mentiri.
quis enim, consortes mei, non fateatur
by Humma Kavula on Aug 24, 2011 2:30 PM PDT up reply actions
Now do you want...
San Diego to win to keep the Giants down, or San Francisco to win, to break out of last place tie?
I want:
1) The Dodgers to win 81 games
2) The Giants to lose in whatever fashion is most embarrassing.
I don’t care where the Dodgers end up — if 81 wins is fifth place, it is fifth place.
magnae clunes mihi placent, nec possum de hac re mentiri.
quis enim, consortes mei, non fateatur
by Humma Kavula on Aug 24, 2011 2:34 PM PDT up reply actions
The answer to every question is that the Giants should lose
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 2:34 PM PDT up reply actions 2 recs
Yep. 81-81, and 2011 NL West Division Champs!
There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos/Dodgers/Lakers fan in Niners/Raiders/Giants/Warriors country, and damned proud of it.
This LLWS game between Mexico and Venezuela
Is among the cleanest I’ve ever seen, for the LLWS…
The more you drink, the less gruesome I look.
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@shadowking011
Hawaiian Barbecue
So yeah, I’ll eat it occasionally, but there’s this dish here called “Loco Moco” that looks absolutely disgusting. My god. Your mileage may vary.
what is wrong with you?!
that looks amazing
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
which part?
all of those things sound yummy in my tummy
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
yes, it is good
don’t like the Mexican Ranch style eggs either eh?
that’s ok, you’re not a food mixer, there are people like you.
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 2:43 PM PDT up reply actions
I’m like him, I can’t do egg yolk at all. Scrambled and such, fine, but running eggs and me just don’t match.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
Got home late last night
Seared up some aged beef strips, seasoned with salt, pepper and chili flakes, added a little cheese, cut up some heirloom tomatoes on the side. Then basted a couple of eggs just until the whites were firm and the yolk was cooked a bit. Slid those eggs over the beef, heated up some corn tortillas, and damm that was mighty good eating mixing the eggs with the beef and tomatoes.
this man knows what he is talking about
close your eyes, free your mind, and the taste will tell you where to go
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 2:50 PM PDT up reply actions
why not both?
Food unlike wives, you can have it all
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 2:46 PM PDT up reply actions
I had some octopus last week
that was made Tandoori style, it was really good. And I have plenty of raw octopus in my life.
yes
Terroni on Beverly has a rocking octi salad right now
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 2:53 PM PDT up reply actions
I like arroz con pulpo. Don’t know any place right now that makes it, though there must be plenty.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
hmmm
I am not making that for you, BUT if I get enough motivation to grab the Smokey Joe out of the garage, maybe I will do spicy grilled calamari on Sunday
or cook it saturday and serve it with celery, radi, and lemon cold
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 2:58 PM PDT up reply actions
Sounds fantastic. However, I am now intimidated about making anything for the picnic. I am not at a complete loss in the kitchen, but I am far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far, far from being an HJ or BH there.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
That is why Eric and I are bringing fried chicken that we did not cook.
If knowledge can create problems, it is not through ignorance that we can solve them.
I thought you were bringing bratwurst – I had the mustard packed
If knowledge can create problems, it is not through ignorance that we can solve them.
in Wisconsin, they boil the brat in beer then grill
don’t know why, but better that way
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:11 PM PDT up reply actions
Everything tastes better in Wisconsin
If knowledge can create problems, it is not through ignorance that we can solve them.
Good call – everything is better with sausage
What kind of sausage
if case you are interested, best way I have found to do Peppers and Onions on a grill is to cut them up and make a foil pouch – place veggies + Olive Oil + salt and pepper. Seal pouch place over low heat and cook until well done turning foil bag once or twice
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:11 PM PDT up reply actions
Does any smoke get through the foil into the pouch? Why not use one of the grills with the little holes that you can put onto your grill so smaller things don’t fall through the grill bars?
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
you want the steaming – near the end you can poke foil with fork so that you can get some burnt chewy bits
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:12 PM PDT up reply actions
The water content of the veggies alone creates enough steam?
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
yes, because the oil gets hot and they bag holds in the heat
also this method predates all those cool mesh pans they sell these days
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:19 PM PDT up reply actions
been working on perfectly cooked eggs for at least 10 years now
coldish pan, eggs in, low heat until nearly set, shut off heat to finish
when I really nail it, I can over easy them without hardening any of the yoke but cooking all the white to just set
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 2:49 PM PDT up reply actions
first 5 years of marriage I over cooked the scrambled eggs because that is what I thought was the way my wife liked them
at some point she is like “Yeah, you can cook, but you cook your eggs too hot and over do them”
I was “huh, I do that for you!”
Since then, breakfast is happier
talk to the ladies fellas, ask her what she likes
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 2:52 PM PDT up reply actions
My understanding of the male/female relationship
as gleemed from Mad Men, is that is some blasphemic advice.
well, there are truths there too I suppose
I wouldn’t bank on one or the other exclusively – some things a woman does not want to be asked about
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:01 PM PDT up reply actions
Age and weight are just numbers
Some people would give their social security numbers before giving that up. What’s wrong with our society?
That is only early – get married and that don’t matter
but knowing what to be decisive about and what to query her about is a mostly learned skill
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:06 PM PDT up reply actions
some women refuse to give you a straight answer
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
That is a trait not restricted to one sex or the other.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
if after 5 years you can’t get a straight answer…you chose poorly
doesn’t work in the first 6 months when people are less of who they are and more of who they want you to see
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:00 PM PDT up reply actions
Mrs. Nolander – Honey, why do you have all these porno pics and clips on the computer?
Nolander – Errr, uh, that’s, uh, research honey, yeah, uh, new backup technologies, uh, didn’t know what was on those discs….
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
super serious
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
My only issue
is trying to define a food as normal. Okay, eating insects is probably not normal (though in some places it is) but eating things like loco moco in a world of the various fast food places (try finding an American burrito south of our border) is not what I would deem as being unusual.
depends what river you are standing in brother
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 2:53 PM PDT up reply actions
Loco Moco
is Hawaiian plate lunch tradition and some darn good eating, Eric and I went to a place in Culver City that does a nice version. The California Hotel in Vegas also has some places that makes a good version. Or you could go to Oahu.
Fond memory of a cheap surf trick to Hawaii was eating at the Rainbow Drive-in for plate lunch
What is the culver city place, Mrs HJ will demand to be taken there
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 2:40 PM PDT up reply actions
there is a rochester version of this dish
well, it’s similar, probably not a version. it’s called a garbage plate. it’s amazing.
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
Loco Moco is a garbage plate where they took out the empty vitamins.
Minor League Central @mlcentral @andrewngrant
by regfairfield on Aug 24, 2011 4:00 PM PDT up reply actions
I assume you also don’t like the Fatburger with the fried egg on it.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
oh, college years lived on that sucker
we had a fat burger down the street from the house, saturday morning found me over-turning couch cushions in the living room getting enough together for fat burger
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 2:54 PM PDT up reply actions
I love egg on any greens
breakfast the other day was over easy on a bed of argula with red wine vingar and course sea salt
toasted some thick bread
fucking feast
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 2:59 PM PDT up reply actions
what is the best egg?
Chicken, Duck, Ostrich
How many different types of eggs have you fine folks tried?
I think I have had only Chicken and Duck
If knowledge can create problems, it is not through ignorance that we can solve them.
They are great
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
chicken
duck
quail
Fish
my answer on best is the freshest egg served on mixed diet
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:04 PM PDT up reply actions
Goose eggs. For the Giants.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
by David Young on Aug 24, 2011 3:05 PM PDT up reply actions 3 recs
I ate a hot dog with a fried egg for lunch yesterday
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
I had Hawaiian BBQ for lunch. Thanks for the inspiration.
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 4:04 PM PDT up reply actions
El Cholo
Sonora Style Enchilada (1923)
(First Enchilada Served at El Cholo)
Layered Corn Tortillas, Savory Chicken simmered in a Tomato, Onion, Cilantro Broth, & Cheese, topped with Olives and a Fried Egg.
by TopDeckTrueBlue on Aug 24, 2011 4:28 PM PDT up reply actions
Instead of saying that Eugenio Velez “pinch hit” can we just say “pinch appeared” to be more accurate?
totally forgot to complete that sentence.
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 2:39 PM PDT up reply actions
i figured Mattingly pinched one off and Velez was the result.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
Pinch Shit works for me.
There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos/Dodgers/Lakers fan in Niners/Raiders/Giants/Warriors country, and damned proud of it.
dodgerthoughts Jon Weisman
RT @Dodgers: Following today’s game, the #Dodgers optioned RHP Josh Lindblom to Double-A and reinstated RHP Kenley Jansen from the DL.
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
Venezuela have bases loaded nobody out
And they blow it… Looks familiar…
The more you drink, the less gruesome I look.
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@shadowking011
http://www.weddingbee.com/2011/08/22/damn-these-kids-are-cool/#.TlVdLODj8G0.facebook
"They say The Jet's lost a step or two... but I wouldn't be surprised to see some fireworks here."
I wish you would have told us
I would have sent a gift.
I take it these are either friends or a random couple who did a cute thing instead or perhaps doing some romantic pictures that someone would hire the wife of commenter to take this weekend for their engagement.
haha that's not me!!
"They say The Jet's lost a step or two... but I wouldn't be surprised to see some fireworks here."
i am not dating anyone at the moment.
"They say The Jet's lost a step or two... but I wouldn't be surprised to see some fireworks here."
Yes
just kidding. Being a new associate can create havoc in one’s social life (despite all the TV shows that say otherwise).
:-(
that and being a jerk magnet.
"They say The Jet's lost a step or two... but I wouldn't be surprised to see some fireworks here."
Sorry to state the obvious, but, ahem
you’re living in Jerk Central at the corner of Bitch of a Jackass and Mommy Issues.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
Bitch of a Jackass
Well played suckup right there
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:02 PM PDT up reply actions
shhhhhhh
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
most guys have mommy issues, I’ve found
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
blame the mommy’s not the guys
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
by G.Scott on Aug 24, 2011 4:12 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
How do I decide whether or not I have mommy issues? Is there a checklist?
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
So 100% of straight men have mommy issues?
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
according to a poll conducted and devised by women
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:26 PM PDT up reply actions
in my informal survey
(ie dating guys) I’ve found that depending on their relationship with their mother, guys get all sorts of weird about certain stuff.
That’s true for anyone: your parents raising you leaves you with certain proclivities and whatnot
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
dated a guy who was kicked out of his house by step dad at 16, his mom didn’t do anything apparently. He didn’t like being around my family pretty much ever, which is hard because I spend a lot of time with my family. He ended up having a meltdown on Mother’s Day.
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
Sounds like
he had bigger issues with Daddy and step-daddy
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
Sounds like he had sack up and get over it issued
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:28 PM PDT up reply actions
That too
Hope it isn’t Gary
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
Gary would have buzzed Mom’s tower and gotten over it.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
by David Young on Aug 24, 2011 4:30 PM PDT up reply actions 2 recs
Rec’d.
I have issues like an inherent need to follow rules and laws.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
even if i disagree with them. fear of getting caught/permanent record stuff is my biggest thing.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
My wife is like that. Rule follower. Won’t even seat jump at DS.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
was more thinking of the use of recreational drugs. I’ll seat jump if the people next to or behind me are being annoying, but wil otherwise sit in my seat regardless.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
he also has a really strong love for chain restaurants
drives me crazy
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
Maybe he can go to Denny’s with Vanessa.
Minor League Central @mlcentral @andrewngrant
by regfairfield on Aug 24, 2011 4:53 PM PDT up reply actions
GScott’s gotta be laughing right now
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
HAHAHA
I did enjoy this. I’m eating dinner at denny’s tonight
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
I hate Denny’s. Pointless waste of time, money and stomach acid. So many other places to choose from that are better and just as accessible.*
*wee hours excepted. you can’t be too choosy at 3 AM.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
Oh I go when I want egg whites and don’t have time to go to the store and make them myself.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
I am certain The Kettle will do egg whites.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
the kettle is much further from me and is not very good at all
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
sorry dude, kettle is just not my thing at all. Especially when directly next door is Hennessey’s and across the street is the Koffee Kart (when it re-opens)
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
Is Hennessey’s open for breakfast?
I like the Hermosa Hennessey’s better (for location). I need a lunch on the roof.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
http://www.hennesseystavern.com/breakfast.html
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
They stop way too soon and I never remember this until it’s too late.
Minor League Central @mlcentral @andrewngrant
by regfairfield on Aug 24, 2011 6:07 PM PDT up reply actions
I can't find the hours for breakfast
on their website. But I will have to try it on one of those rare occasions that I am down here for breakfast.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
Moon over My Hammys appeal
She is strong
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
That place is awesome
Went to the one in davis once, they give you waaaaaay too much food.
by Taylor Maricle on Aug 24, 2011 5:07 PM PDT up reply actions
yeah they do
and after I spent the weekend in sonoma, I was 75% country gravy
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
I ordered 2 pancakes
They were the size of freaking basketballs.
by Taylor Maricle on Aug 24, 2011 5:10 PM PDT up reply actions
Is it another Claim Jumper?
better food?
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
Black Bear Diner. It’s a small chain of 40-some odd restaurants, mostly located in mid-sized towns, mostly in the West. I’ve eaten in several locations like Susanville, Redding, Klamath Falls, Porterville (the closest on to LA), Reno. I found out recently there’s one in Glendale, AZ! I am so hitting it up next spring training. That and Cracker Barrel.
Basically comfort food, coffee shop feel, large portions. Pretty well executed.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
We dropped the ball on that one in March
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 5:21 PM PDT up reply actions
Thx
I’ve driven thru Susanville lots of times, but never stopped. I need to get up to that part of the county again soon.
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
Spent a week this summer
up at Eagle Lake, 45 minutes N of Susanville.
You only stop in Susanville for supplies, to eat, or to visit a prisoner.
That Black Bear was actually closed for remodeling so we ate at Hart’s Cafe, which was ok. I did eat at the Black Bear in Gridley (just south of Chico) on the way up, so I got my needs fulfilled.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
I have fond memories
of Eagle Lake
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
Holy shit. You are the first person who’s heard of it that I haven’t been there with. I was talking to someone born and raised in Chico and she hadn’t heard about it.
We have a picnic conversation topic!
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
Had a run of about 15 years
where I was up at Lake Almanor. We would take side trips to Eagle Lake, Hat Creek, Bucks Lake, etc. Always ended the trip with a weekend in Reno.
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
Almanor really is pretty. My friend’s family has like four homes/cabins all together, sort of a compound, in Eagle Lake. We vacationed up there with them three times, all great trips. There was a Reno stop on way back the second time.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
Chester on Almanor
is an old logging town. They have a cafe there that will blow you away for breakfast. They have huge portions. The home fries are about 1 1/2 pounds by themselves and come covered in gravy. The pancakes are about 15 inches around. Don’t bother ordering the large stack.
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
Thanks
Have driven through Chester, but never stopped! I will have to find said cafe next time.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
The Copper Kettle
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
WIth a “K”! (Google tells me there is a Copper Kettle in Chester, England though.)
This is from yelp, so some salt is advised, but I wonder if things have changed from when you remember?
The food is only serviceable, at least for breakfast. My opinion is somewhat biased by nostalgia – until the new owners, this place served the best breakfast in town, and had a much more small-cafe feel (people would literally wait more than an hour to eat there). Now, it’s over remodelled, decorated heavily with generic prints to the point of kitsch, and the food is simply average – a step above what you’d get at IHOP or Denny’s, but only a short step. The biscuits and gravy have especially gone downhill from years long past, and are in smaller portions.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
ooh, not good
since 1997 so I guess i shouldn’t be surprised
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
There should be
a “I haven’t been there” in front
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
Sure, but the “abandonment” by Mom was too much too take.
In any case, that is way too specific a thing to extrapolate to “most guys have mommy issues”. I’m looking for the signs that lots of guys might have. For example, is not wanting to touch anything in a public restroom a sign of a mommy issue?
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
Yeah
I’ve never gotten the whole scared of germs thing.
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
I was thinking
more like, not wanting to share feelings, not wanting to resolve issues because resolving issues might cause a bigger problem than the initial problem itself
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
I see why you like our G. Scott so much
He isn’t nuts
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:33 PM PDT up reply actions
You forgot humble.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
Yeah
He isn’t humble either
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
by mleadman on Aug 24, 2011 4:35 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Holy shit – I am the opposite of that. I want to talk things out immediately and my wife always wants to wait (and I agree to do this) until later and goes silent for awhile. I learned quickly to just start out with waiting. The scars on my cheeks faded fast enough.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
are you me from the future when I learn patience?
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
I like to talk things out
but occasionally I need to go take a walk so I don’t break things
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
Since being prescribed drugs that suppress my immune system I am fairly careful about washing my hands more often and even avoid touching things in public restrooms. I have no problem going out in the wilderness and getting all dirty while hiking, fishing, etc.. My issue is more with trying to keep myself as healthy as possible right now and isn’t a freakish need to avoid germs.
Simple
I don’t like to be sick. I don’t see it as being “scared” of the germs, I just want to be clean.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
I get overly annoyed over tiny corrections.
Minor League Central @mlcentral @andrewngrant
by regfairfield on Aug 24, 2011 4:30 PM PDT up reply actions
you mean
trivial corrections
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
by mleadman on Aug 24, 2011 4:31 PM PDT up reply actions 8 recs
hey I have mommy issues
I like to eat. A lot.
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
SWEET
BEST COMMENT OF THE DAY
LOOK AND LEARN KIDDIES
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:32 PM PDT up reply actions
thats a stay the hell off my ass its no big deal issue
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:31 PM PDT up reply actions
Do you ask your wife to cut the crust off sandwhiches?
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:22 PM PDT up reply actions
She drives him to work
but lets him off a block away.
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
Does that career record between the Dodgers and Cardinals include their time in the American Association or is it just the National League matchups?
by Lincoln Kupchak on Aug 24, 2011 2:56 PM PDT reply actions
It certainly involves pre-1901 games
I heard 1890 on the radio but it would have to be 1892 when both teams were in the NL. For two years, 1890 and 1891, the Cardinals were in the American Association and the Brooklyn Bridegrooms were in the NL.
While I was watering some plants on a break just now I heard the most hilariously ludicrous thing on a sports radio station
Bay Area FM Sports station 95.7, whatever it’s called, had on Shawn Estes to talk Giants and As. And no, he wasn’t the dumb part. He had to probably stifle himself from laughing at the idiot co-host, when they were talking about the Giants and Padres talking Heath Bell, and how it’s unlikely blah blah. So the co-host goes, “SInce the Giants have had a hard time getting consistency from 5th starter, how about getting Bell and converting him to starter. Having him throw 3 innings and let the bullpen take care of the rest?”
Estes response was pretty rational considering how this is THE STUPIDEST THING I HAVE HEARD ALL WEEK.
Sure, let’s acquire a reliever who could fill in for Wilson and instead make the bullpen even worse and more overtaxed while Wilson is gone. A reliever who is not stretched out beyond an inning or so. BRILLIANT.
There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos/Dodgers/Lakers fan in Niners/Raiders/Giants/Warriors country, and damned proud of it.
Astros Rox still tied but bottom of 9th and Astros are about to blow it.
Oh well. I want Dodgers in 3rd place by the end of weekend, for no real great reason.
There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos/Dodgers/Lakers fan in Niners/Raiders/Giants/Warriors country, and damned proud of it.
But instead there's... Free baseball in Denver!
There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos/Dodgers/Lakers fan in Niners/Raiders/Giants/Warriors country, and damned proud of it.
This was inside plant watering, yes for outside yard stuff I just listen to nature, much more relaxing.
Except when there’s construction going on next door.
There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos/Dodgers/Lakers fan in Niners/Raiders/Giants/Warriors country, and damned proud of it.
Big Three: Tale Of The Tape
For the series….
Pujols/Holliday/Berkman
AB: 31
H: 9
1B: 7
2B: 1
3B: 0
HR: 1
K: 8
BB: 0
RBI: 1
Runs: 2
Ave: .290
OBP: .290
SLG: .419
OPS: .710
Juggernaught of Sellers/Loney/Catchers spot
AB: 35
H: 18
1B: 11
2B: 5
3B: 0
HR: 2
K: 2
BB: 2
RBI: 10
Runs: 10
Ave: .514
OBP: .541
SLG: .829
OPS: 1.369
Juan Rivera (DFA candidate) also OPS’d .970 and drove in 5 runs.
by Xeifrank on Aug 24, 2011 3:05 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
I almost minimized this comment expecting it to be made by a wobbly piece of furniture.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
Softball Info
Begging for forgiveness here:
I accidentally deleted some of the records for the roll call. Can anyone that put the info in already do so again?
Thanks (hangs head in shame)
http://ritzpasadena.centraldesktop.com/softballparksworkspace/FrontPage
KCAL! FTMFW!
by robotmadeofnails on Aug 24, 2011 3:07 PM PDT reply actions
You’re an idiot, but fine I will enter the info again.
KCAL! FTMFW!
by robotmadeofnails on Aug 24, 2011 3:09 PM PDT up reply actions
You can’t comment in softball threads if you are not partaking
If knowledge can create problems, it is not through ignorance that we can solve them.
it is now, all threads seemingly devolve into them over time
wait until next week when we have all shamed ourselves on the field of play
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:13 PM PDT up reply actions
Over/Under on injuries?
KCAL! FTMFW!
by robotmadeofnails on Aug 24, 2011 3:13 PM PDT up reply actions
I will have the softball simulation up Satruday night after Robot gives me the two rosters.
by Xeifrank on Aug 24, 2011 3:14 PM PDT up reply actions 2 recs
all 100,000 results have the Under 40 team winning.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
Except I think I was on the Over 40 team
KCAL! FTMFW!
by robotmadeofnails on Aug 24, 2011 3:16 PM PDT up reply actions
I honestly think the better softball players are over 40, problem is we don’t have enough
If knowledge can create problems, it is not through ignorance that we can solve them.
smaller line-up means fewer outs in the batting order
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:19 PM PDT up reply actions
oh i fully expect us to end up playing pepper or over the line, and I’m just as sure as you are that the over 40 crowd has more softball ability.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
I am guessing this ends up a 5 on 5 game of over the line
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:26 PM PDT up reply actions
yeah, i’ll bring a couple baseballs in case it does. over the line softball is rough since the lines end up 10 feet apart
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
me too
what is fun about playing over the line as an adult is how deep the OF has to play
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:28 PM PDT up reply actions
yeah, I’ll be watching that
I’d play flag football…always fun
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:28 PM PDT up reply actions
i’ll play whatever you’re puttin down
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
From today’s quick roll call we have 14 people…the last tally we had from the other time was at 23
KCAL! FTMFW!
by robotmadeofnails on Aug 24, 2011 4:13 PM PDT up reply actions
we call that committment entropy
sounded like a good idea when no one thought it was happening
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:14 PM PDT up reply actions
Heck no, we gots plenty
Eric and Cousin
David
Phil
You
Gary, Maddz, Josie
Robot
Bobby and Friend
Grimjack
and that is just off the top of my head
If knowledge can create problems, it is not through ignorance that we can solve them.
that’s 12 – with me 13
we need at least another 7 if we are going to have all fields open
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:30 PM PDT up reply actions
Right, but is just off the top of my head, Robot had the original count. I already forgot Delias was coming.
If knowledge can create problems, it is not through ignorance that we can solve them.
I didn't get picked again?
awwwwwwwww shucks
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
Heredia. Shits like an hour from where I live in Long Beach but I’m just glad I found a team to play on.
If you don’t mind me asking
What kind of league – age and bat type…
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:56 PM PDT up reply actions
its all ages really. My team is really young I’m 24 and I feel really old on this team. We use metal bats and we are in the lowest division. I think there are about 7 divisions though and each one is supposed to be tougher. They also have a wood league. heres the site. http://www.herediabaseball.com/
My league plays in commerce and downey, but we are over 30 and wood bat
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:00 PM PDT up reply actions
I played in a league in Manhattan Beach that I could put you in touch with.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
Thanks man. I’m good for now though. We still have a little less then half the season left and we should make the playoffs. We are 8-1. Next best team is 6-3.
nice
my league was mostly high school level players and current engineers, so it was built mostly around having fun playing the game with good people. But at least it was close.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
with jrock we are at a soft count of 18
so maybe….
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:48 PM PDT up reply actions
having 4 outfielders probably isn’t a huge issue with this lot
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
We’ve played big slugging gap hitting teams with only 9 players before and just played with three infielders (1st base moves off the line against RH hitters, pitcher backs up after releasing ball and takes a step towards first base) just to get the 4th outfielders. But with this lot, you are probably correct.
OTL is fun, but if that is all we are playing then I don’t need to run, and if I don’t need to run, I’ll play baseball in the AM
that is what I am trying to figure out
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:29 PM PDT up reply actions
You should be able to do both
If knowledge can create problems, it is not through ignorance that we can solve them.
same with me. was offered a scrimmage in the morning, but just playing it by ear at this point.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
exactly
double headers with a 3 hour lay off in the middle are tough on the shoulders and hammies
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:31 PM PDT up reply actions
3 hours?
my game will probably be at noon, and i’ll end up going from the game to the picnic.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
9AM Sunday start in my league – done by lunch
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:36 PM PDT up reply actions
our game is either at noon or 2 so I told them noon i’d play, 2 i wouldn’t. still waiting to hear back. usually games start at 10am i think.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
I am going to bring orange slices for the boys
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
Don't let her fool you
she’s going to freeze them and slip them into your sneakers.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
depending on how hot it is I might not mid
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
CAPRI SUNS TOO?!
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
I have no idea. Are they? They seem less healthy than oranges.
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
only until you dilute 5gal of water with 20 capri suns and feed it to unsuspecting 8 year olds
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
we are not exactly a double header we are a picnic playing some softball
If knowledge can create problems, it is not through ignorance that we can solve them.
true, but the arm and the legs, they go cold and stiff
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:34 PM PDT up reply actions
I wonder who will be pitching for the teams
KCAL! FTMFW!
by robotmadeofnails on Aug 24, 2011 3:17 PM PDT up reply actions
my idea
Teams pitch to themselves, 3 pitches to put into fair play or you are out. No walks.
This way there are no arguments for balls and strikes, everyone should get good fat pitches to hit, and the game moves fast
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:18 PM PDT up reply actions
Never arguments on balls and strikes in slow pitch. Ball hits the plate or mat and it is a strike. :) But a good idea to pitch to your own team otherwise could be lots of walks and that’s no fun.
I think we can shame people into not taking walks
KCAL! FTMFW!
by robotmadeofnails on Aug 24, 2011 3:20 PM PDT up reply actions
My rebuttal to this is that people will get hurt pitching and playing third. Strike zone is the plate and the extension mat…I say pitchers on the defensive team
KCAL! FTMFW!
by robotmadeofnails on Aug 24, 2011 3:20 PM PDT up reply actions
In slo-pitch softball, I’m like Bob Tewksbury in his prime. Hits galore, but walks are at a minimum.
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 4:10 PM PDT up reply actions
slow pitch pitchers need to have cat like reactions. Lots of dangerous line drives coming back at you.
My nickname is "The Cat"
at least I think it is. The last team I was on kept calling me Pussy.
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 4:13 PM PDT up reply actions
Full Disclosure
I will wear by cup and sliding guard on leg. I don’t do this because I take it too seriously, I do it because it is how I almost always play, and not having them on feels weird to me
KCAL! FTMFW!
by robotmadeofnails on Aug 24, 2011 4:17 PM PDT up reply actions
I’m not going to wear underwear
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
I probably will too.
The feeling of a cup is reassuring. Plus baseball pants look kinda silly without cups….
by Taylor Maricle on Aug 24, 2011 4:22 PM PDT up reply actions
Baseball pants? It’s a picnic game in 90 degree weather. I’m wearing shorts and screw sliding.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
I was planning on wearing AAGPBL uniform
by Josie Becker on Aug 24, 2011 4:31 PM PDT up reply actions
“And there’s Marla Hooch…What a hitter!”
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 4:34 PM PDT up reply actions
I love any excuse to wear baseball pants.
They’re more comfortable than jeans, slacks, shorts, or PJ’s.
by Taylor Maricle on Aug 24, 2011 4:37 PM PDT up reply actions
But can you wear high socks in leggings?
by Taylor Maricle on Aug 24, 2011 4:38 PM PDT up reply actions
you wear high socks and i’m brushing you back.
baseball players wear stirrups.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
I guess you're brushing me back, then.
by Taylor Maricle on Aug 24, 2011 4:40 PM PDT up reply actions
The only thing more comfortable than shorts
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 4:38 PM PDT up reply actions
but as Xei calls out, balls and walks are the death of any game
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:21 PM PDT up reply actions
i fully intend to ground out to SS at least twice.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
I plan on popping up in foul ground to 3rd a bunch
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:24 PM PDT up reply actions
I plan on hitting a gapper and pulling a Hafner running to second
If knowledge can create problems, it is not through ignorance that we can solve them.
We should play sloshball
/college
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
keg at second and home
take a pull each time you pass it
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:27 PM PDT up reply actions
you played with one at home too? man college kids got sissy as time passed. we had pre-poured cups sitting on the keg at second and you had to pound one before passing
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
yes, you had to drink coming and going to the plate
we used smaller cups – like those white styrofoam coffee cups that people used before the starbucks revolution
it was like a good gulp of beer so it kept it moving
but if you were on first and someone hit a gapper, you had to run to 2nd, grab the cup, down it and then on to 3rd
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:33 PM PDT up reply actions
i gotcha, yeah we had red party cups filled up, so i guess it was the same amount of drink, but you’d have someone on first and a double hit and the batter-runner catching up to the drinking runner at second. fun times
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
you weren’t doing it right if someone didn’t puke themselves
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:37 PM PDT up reply actions
No matter who is pitching to me
I will strike out at least once
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
Yeah, I plan on embarrassing myself out there. Zero expectations going in.
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 4:05 PM PDT up reply actions
anything short of hurting yourself is always considered a win
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:07 PM PDT up reply actions
I've never been able to hit a lobbed ball
Much to my embarrassment in high school, striking out twice in a little league whiffleball game.
by Taylor Maricle on Aug 24, 2011 4:18 PM PDT up reply actions
I've always had problems with lobbed balls
and any and all hitting machines. I hit much better against live competition.
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
Same.
Just went to the batting cage at 70 mph…..couldn’t hit anything. Dark, dirty yellow balls coming out of a hole in a dimly lit area (yes, i know there are many, many jokes to be made there, shut up) are just impossible to hit. I need to see the arm action and delivery for my timing.
by Taylor Maricle on Aug 24, 2011 4:23 PM PDT up reply actions
If we have enough we should have the pitcher on the defensive team, if not we probably have to do what HJ suggests.
If we end up 40 and over against PUNKS then I want our own pitcher to make it a competitive game, if we just end up choosing teams, then I don’t care.
If knowledge can create problems, it is not through ignorance that we can solve them.
i could bring a tee…
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
are we golfing?
If knowledge can create problems, it is not through ignorance that we can solve them.
i mean, if we’re complaining about strikes and balls aready, maybe y’all want to eliminate it altogether.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
Let's play
work up!
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
quite politically correct there Dave
not what we called it
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:15 PM PDT up reply actions
Though Carrier
has its own connotations
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
If I am pitching, I will hit the plate on the first pitch and then make people chase after that :)
KCAL! FTMFW!
by robotmadeofnails on Aug 24, 2011 4:18 PM PDT up reply actions
Thanks for being so quick on this folks
KCAL! FTMFW!
by robotmadeofnails on Aug 24, 2011 3:14 PM PDT up reply actions
My head says 5pm, my watch says GFY
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
This seems like big news
BillShaikin
#Dodgers spokesperson on why TV rights sale application was withdrawn: “No comment.”
I really wish someone would explain to me what it all means, but it sure does seem like something important.
There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos/Dodgers/Lakers fan in Niners/Raiders/Giants/Warriors country, and damned proud of it.
It really is only a big deal
if they submit their reorganization plan and that plan does not include freeing up the TV contract (assuming that it has not been decided one way or the other by then).
he is going to REVOLUTIONIZE the way people resign
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
sounds like health
I wish him the best
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:45 PM PDT up reply actions
I wish him good health
otherwise, fuck him.
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
He nailed what the majority of people want in technology
To be as easy to use as a refrigerator. Anything more complicated than that and you are inspector gadget.
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
Not that I disagee but it seems like a strange proclamtion of sorts, and rather definitive
Can you judge the quality of the bench without knowing who they are benching for?
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:39 PM PDT up reply actions
yes
if they are platooning then they aren’t bench players. i suppose if the players ahead of them are injury prone you need a stronger bench but I’m sticking with yes
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
thats the point
if they are starting, its a bad team.
But if thats the bench, then its fine.
So there’s plenty of usable spare parts on the Dodgers that could come back next season and it not be a negative thing.
I agree that there are useful players on the current roster if better players replace some or many of the worst
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 3:46 PM PDT up reply actions
Does your starting lineup look something like Dee, Sands, Kemp, Ethier, Uribe, Mitchell, Federowicz, Dejesus?
Otherwise, how do you know?
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
my point was similar to Joe’s. Without knowing the starters, we have no idea if that bench would be good or not. We could be pissed that Aaron Miles isn’t starting over Felipe Lopez.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
then the problem isn't the bench its the starters
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
Its always going to be the starters…
Dodgers have a great collection of bench players that could take up the bench on a good team.
My concern is that Juan Rivera, while good, made $5mil this year and has been a clubhouse issue before. I’d just assume go with designated unsigned lefty masher A in February and hope for a non-Thames.
Otherwise, totally get your point and definitely don’t disagree.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
and has been a clubhouse issue before
citation needed
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
you’re the angels expert here, wasn’t he an issue for them? Or was I fed lies?
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
not that I can recall
but he seemed to have some beef with the yankees, specifically posada
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
um, what is the throw is off line and you are trying to avoid the sweep tag so you kind fall forward while running and roll over the base?
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:02 PM PDT up reply actions
this
Overqualified in an underqualified world since 2008.
by Pure Azure on Aug 24, 2011 4:07 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
He missed the base!
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
OUT!
he didn’t touch first base
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
I can’t decide what I like best about this gif.
The windmilling arms?
The windmillng legs on the second step?
Missing the base?
It’s all just so….. beautiful.
magnae clunes mihi placent, nec possum de hac re mentiri.
quis enim, consortes mei, non fateatur
by Humma Kavula on Aug 24, 2011 5:07 PM PDT up reply actions
What did you do there? I got high
What did you feel there? Well I cried
But why the tears there? I’ll tell you why
It’s all too beautiful, It’s all too beautiful
It’s all too beautiful, It’s all too beautiful
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
Only thing I can remember is Rivera not diving in Boston but I don’t remember a specific clubhouse issue.
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 4:12 PM PDT up reply actions
miles
has won me over.
I didnt like the signing at all to begin with, but maybe his eye surgery really made him a better player.
At first i thought bring carroll back, but now i’m leaning towards sellers/miles and letting carroll go.
Two days ago he was hitting exactly his career numbers. He’s what you should have expected.
Minor League Central @mlcentral @andrewngrant
by regfairfield on Aug 24, 2011 3:55 PM PDT up reply actions
he is having his best year since 08
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
I think we all did. I remember being upset he made the team but convincing myself it was only until so and so got healthy.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
are we talking about Miles?
I love Miles
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
yeah, now. In ST we thought him a murderous letch who was out to get JD Closser and all opposing 2B for job opportunities.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
It’s like getting ultra hyped because you have a good 4-6 in the pen.
Minor League Central @mlcentral @andrewngrant
by regfairfield on Aug 24, 2011 3:57 PM PDT up reply actions
I was an inning off in the Astros choke comment, they saved their blowing it for the 10th inning instead
wild pitch scores winning run, Rockies stay firmly entrenched in 3rd. Sweep ’em Dodgers!
There's no need to fear, Underdog is here! / Broncos/Dodgers/Lakers fan in Niners/Raiders/Giants/Warriors country, and damned proud of it.
You’re damn right.
magnae clunes mihi placent, nec possum de hac re mentiri.
quis enim, consortes mei, non fateatur
by Humma Kavula on Aug 24, 2011 5:08 PM PDT up reply actions
this is a surprise and/or news?
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
china seems to hate everything
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
by that I mean their gov
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
They’re pretty cool with Britain lately
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by regfairfield on Aug 24, 2011 4:08 PM PDT up reply actions
they’ve decided to make us spend millions a year to test parts that come in from their country because many are counterfeits.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
my suggestion
don’t make your shit in China. Or setup your own factory over there with US side oversight. You get what you pay for.
usually it’s us buying parts from US small businesses who bought their parts from China so they could sustain themselves with the growing labor costs here.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
I am going to avoid all conversations on globalization since that is too close to work for me
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:21 PM PDT up reply actions
Job destroyer
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
parts of Africa too
#needoiloiloiloiloiloiloiloiloiloil
Overqualified in an underqualified world since 2008.
seriously when is this happening again, I gotta get some Steve Winwood in my life
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
You can’t be any geek off the street
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
Indeed
It has been a while since anyone brought me a higher love
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 4:28 PM PDT up reply actions
well just think about it
there must be a higher love
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
I knew given enough time me and those commie bastards could come to a mutual accord and understanding
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:03 PM PDT up reply actions
hates: lady gaga
loves: lead paint in childrens toys
by hee came hee seop'd he choi'd on Aug 24, 2011 4:05 PM PDT up reply actions
also pooping on the sidewalk
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
Pooping on the sidewalk is mostly from little kids. Peeing on the sidewalk too. Peeing along the side of the freeway is mostly male adults.
my relative in Italy went on a touristy trip there
and said people spit on the ground while walking like it’s going out of style
Overqualified in an underqualified world since 2008.
trying to get the taste of smog out of their mouth
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:16 PM PDT up reply actions
There is a reason why they all spit. Sore throats, congestion, sinus infections. But they don’t have the same standards as us when it comes to spitting, burping, farting etc… in public. Just a different culture. They find some of our customs wierd too.
My guess is this has almost no effect on the distribution of these songs in China. But I commend any government that has the balls to ban Lady Gaga, Katy Perry and Brittany Spears songs!
If they really had balls they would kidnap them, brain wash them, and release them back to the west as programmed super agents ready to be activated with a code word
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:11 PM PDT up reply actions
I'd become a Chinese spy if Katy Perry activated me
Overqualified in an underqualified world since 2008.
I’d let Katy Perry activate me, but the whole time I’d pretend she was Zooey Deschanel.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
but Katy comes from a repressive fundamentalist family and is just searching for validation and rebelling against her strict upbringing. Zooey is just a spoiled Hollywood kid and vegan, which means probably a pain in the ass to be around.
#thingsilearnfromfriendwhofrequentsperezhilton
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but Katy comes from a repressive fundamentalist family and is just searching for validation and rebelling against her strict upbringing.
Mommy issues
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
Fuck!
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
mommy issues are first world problems
when kids of a higher living standard need something to wear as a badge of emotional and psychological alienation instead of trying to stay alive like the rest of the world. Good luck trying to find a therapist in the Horn of Africa.
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woot!
maslow got the needs right, cold and hungry, people worry less about being emotionally complete
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:46 PM PDT up reply actions
it was a callback to earlier, my friend.
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
oh I know
just adding my thoughts down here instead of up there
Overqualified in an underqualified world since 2008.
ask them
to play a game of solitare
"Heroes get remembered, but Legends never die."
by Tommy Blackjack on Aug 24, 2011 5:26 PM PDT up reply actions
It is easy to ban them
don’t listen. But governments should not be in the business of choosing their sources of information or entertainment.
If you can go out in public without hearing E.T. I am amazed.
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by regfairfield on Aug 24, 2011 4:14 PM PDT up reply actions
the lyrics to that song don't make sense to me
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
Katy Perry song
Kanye West does a guest rap feature
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
which doesn't seem to fit at all with the rest of the song
other then him mentioning space. Not a big fan of those random guest rap drop ins
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
It’s kept Eminem alive the last couple years.
He’s screwed now that Lil Wayne is out of jail though.
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by regfairfield on Aug 24, 2011 4:29 PM PDT up reply actions
IMO, the people giving Lil Wayne guest spots aren’t going to be recruiting Em.
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
It seemed like for a long every single song had Lil Wayne doing guest vocals, then he went to the clink and now Eminem took over the role.
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by regfairfield on Aug 24, 2011 4:31 PM PDT up reply actions
I like his new album
not lil wayne. Lil wayne can gtfo
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
I love DongLover commedicly
but not a fan of his music
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
Don’t know it. Maybe I don’t go out in public.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
Nolander is right
evansilva
NFL Network’s Mike Lombardi on #Colts: “This is a team that is gonna struggle to win six games if No. 18 is not under center.”
evansilva
Peyton Manning has made the #Colts O-Line look infinitely better than it is for many years. Scary to think how it’d look with Kerry Collins.
unless their rookie line turns out to be amazing
having kerry collins under center will kill them.
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
it is true that collins does not have manning's quick release
that defense is also built to protect a lead, if teams go up on them early they can just pound the rock on them and the colts can’t stop them.
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
giants definitely need more pitching
not like they have the worst offense in the majors or something, oh wait
Chukwudiebere Maduabum FTW!!!!!!!
twitter
You can tell. Nicole and Ron weren’t slaughtered kosher.
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by David Young on Aug 24, 2011 5:21 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
it looks like getting drafted didn't effect Reed's degree
The team’s plan is for Reed to stretch out to five innings before the end of the season. He has said he intends to return to Stanford in the fall to complete his degree in management science and engineering.
I pitched to Matt Kemp, and all I got was this stupid earned run.
Things overheard in the Inland Empire
“Nice pitch, college boy.”
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 4:41 PM PDT up reply actions
So much for me thinking he’s going to go to the AFL..
by Julio Nievas on Aug 24, 2011 4:43 PM PDT up reply actions
management science and engineering.Definitely lacks a soul. Probably a plus for a pitcher.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
FAIL
management science and engineering.
Definitely lacks a soul. Probably a plus for a pitcher.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
It's the inverted W of studies
He’s fucked.
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
He had no soul long before he got his degree. Fucking lefties.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
I’d rather take the slider the other way than have it barreling in on my ankle. Lefty-Righty matchups only matter to those hitters who are fearful of the breaking ball not breaking.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
I chase, in general low and away
With a lefty on the mound I don’t have to worry about that pitch and really look edge of plate in
and a good slider is a pain in the ass no matter who is throwing it. I think a good slider is the toughest pitch to square up. Other pitch combos can be tougher, but as a single pitch, a good slider sucks
by Hollywood Joe on Aug 24, 2011 4:52 PM PDT up reply actions
Oopsie
From Shaikin:
Hearing that #Dodgers withdrawal of TV-related motion most likely related to possible omission in filing; application can be re-submitted.
Frank should
sue his lawyers
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
Ha!
marlins be dumb
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
@RichardJustice:
Astros pull Wandy Rodriguez back from waivers, no trade discussions with Rockies. He’s with the Astros remainder of season at least.
ewww richard justice
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
“Richard Justice in The Long Arm of the Law”
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 4:56 PM PDT up reply actions
The equivelant for Dodgers fans would be listing pornos that
plaschke and/or tj simmers should be in
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
Show me on the doll
where I’m going to touch you
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
Richard Justice in...
Who Stole My Handcuffs?
K-9 Style
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 4:58 PM PDT up reply actions
Richard’s partner will be a young female detective looking to get ahead in the force any way she can.
Her name: Miranda Rights.
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 4:59 PM PDT up reply actions 3 recs
how dare you stop short with my wife? That’s my move Kramer!
by Josie Becker on Aug 24, 2011 5:10 PM PDT up reply actions
In games Like Red Dead Redemption
in multiplayer, I tend to be a “camper”.
Should I be mocked? Because I sometimes get a lot of grief from other players.
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
I have the game
but haven’t done multiplayer on it
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
When it first came out
I had so much fun in free mode by finding a group of preteen-aged kids that wanted to be “allies”, killing them once, and then leading them on wild chases through the city.
It’s actually pretty fun when you can get someone bent on killing you.
by Taylor Maricle on Aug 24, 2011 5:14 PM PDT up reply actions
You should try it out
But in game modes where everyone is doing their own thing, it gets boring.
by Taylor Maricle on Aug 24, 2011 5:15 PM PDT up reply actions
Then why did they allow it in the game?
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
Just because something is in a game doesn't mean you should abuse it
Camping isn’t something that shouldn’t be allowed, it’s just looked at as being a opportunist wuss. What I don’t like is when someone sits in a room watching a door and just shoots when they come in. In Call of Duty it pisses me off to no end when someone claymores themselves in a room like that, lol.
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
are you using a sniper rifle?
if not gtfo noob
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
by nolander on Aug 24, 2011 5:11 PM PDT up reply actions 2 recs
or play objective based modes and camp the objective
problem solved
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
Do you have a PS3?
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
I thought you did, just wasn't sure
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
yes
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
What games do you have for it?
We should play something online. If you want just add Ivdown, same as on here.
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
It's great when i'm playing call of duty
and someone gets mad at me, and they call me leveldown and start talking crap. Rarely does someone get the screen name right.
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
Who can blame then when you failed to capitalize the “v” and really meant “x” anyway? :-P
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
They don't know that :P
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
I have a lot of games but none that I actively play online
I mostly do multiplayer gaming on my comp. I’ll add you, can’t remember what I’m on there as.
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
Do you have any of the recent call of duties?
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
not on a console
unless its a console exclusive I buy my fps’s for my pc
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
and even then I would get them for the 360 because the joystiq is better
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
I couldn't stand to play a fps on a pc
I need a controller
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
noob
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
:(
Ok, has anyone noticed you can’t just post sad faces? I’m sure i’m likely the only person who has tried…but still.
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
you can but you can't put it in the subject line
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
I never knew that
I wonder why. Leading colon means something?
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
I figured it out like a month ago
It’s really annoying since I attempt to do a happy or sad face a lot
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
I am not one to post a sad face often, but this comment would prompt me to do so.
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 6:25 PM PDT up reply actions
Campers are not welcomed with open arms in many circles
Mine included, unless you’re sniping.
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
it’s a legitimate strategy. :)
"Heroes get remembered, but Legends never die."
by Tommy Blackjack on Aug 24, 2011 5:55 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh Tommy
No, just no, lol.
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
hahaha
it’s from Red vs. Blue
"Heroes get remembered, but Legends never die."
by Tommy Blackjack on Aug 24, 2011 6:02 PM PDT up reply actions
i haven't played a mulitplayer FPS
since Goldeneye.
i was banned from using proximity mines
"Heroes get remembered, but Legends never die."
by Tommy Blackjack on Aug 24, 2011 6:03 PM PDT up reply actions
the worst was when some bitchass got the golden gun
by Josie Becker on Aug 24, 2011 6:04 PM PDT up reply actions
yeah
fuck that noise.
the Laser kicked ass though
"Heroes get remembered, but Legends never die."
by Tommy Blackjack on Aug 24, 2011 6:05 PM PDT up reply actions
I was always worse with that gun, I preferred the RCP90
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
i'm trying to remember the name of the guns
I like using those white handguns, dual style
"Heroes get remembered, but Legends never die."
by Tommy Blackjack on Aug 24, 2011 6:08 PM PDT up reply actions
It's been way too long for me to remember
Shit, I can’t remember half the guns in COD: Modern Warfare.
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
Perfect Dark was better
Perfect Dark was also basically the sequel so…
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
i know what that is now!
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
and you are better for it
"Heroes get remembered, but Legends never die."
by Tommy Blackjack on Aug 24, 2011 6:04 PM PDT up reply actions
You win every argument with “stop getting mad about video games”
You’re at an insurmountable disadvantage because you have a job so just do whatever you want.
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by regfairfield on Aug 24, 2011 6:08 PM PDT up reply actions
As someone who does get mad sometimes
I feel like it’s good that I’ve got video games and sports to let out anger every once and a while instead of letting it out at friends, coworkers, or family, lol.
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
Life is too short to get mad about video games.
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by regfairfield on Aug 24, 2011 6:16 PM PDT up reply actions
much more fitting to get mad over beer pong.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
Well yeah that’s serious business.
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by regfairfield on Aug 24, 2011 6:19 PM PDT up reply actions
The point is it's better than getting mad at other people I know and create actual problems
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
1) That’s a lot of triples
2) Love the use of “three bagger”
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 5:13 PM PDT up reply actions
The cumulative score of this series was 24-7
The Rams beat the, uh, Rams?
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
besides
the day that damned the Dodgers was Sept 5, 1997
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
DUH
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
http://www.nytimes.com/1997/09/05/sports/fox-group-reaches-deal-to-buy-dodgers.html
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
What if Murdock had purchased the Dodgers instead of Murdoch?
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 5:56 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
we'd have saved face
Overqualified in an underqualified world since 2008.
by Pure Azure on Aug 24, 2011 5:57 PM PDT up reply actions 5 recs
I love it when a green comment comes together.
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 5:58 PM PDT up reply actions 3 recs
love this opening paragraph
Louis Santillan was born in a two-bedroom house on a dirt road at the bottom of the ravine. His neighborhood was an urban oasis, more than 300 unspoiled acres laid out less than two miles from downtown Los Angeles, dotted with eucalyptus and palm trees. Children slid down dirt hillsides on cardboard slabs. Women picked avocados in vegetable gardens. Chickens wandered door to door. Goats grazed in front yards. When families threw parties, they did not bother to send invitations. Neighbors simply listened for the squeal of a pig in the morning, the signal that carnitas would be grilled for the entire village that night.
by Josie Becker on Aug 24, 2011 5:51 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh man, this is the best eulogy ever
“You go to games there and everyone is so mad at the owner they won’t show up,” says Padres closer and Southern California native Heath Bell. “It’s heartbreaking”
by Josie Becker on Aug 24, 2011 6:00 PM PDT up reply actions
See
Witnesses would tell LAPD officers that Sanchez and Norwood tossed peanuts at Giants fans, and toward the end of the game the pair allegedly grew more unruly.
It starts with peanut throwing, then you move on to harder stuff.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
well
GM Ned Colletti says he plans to sign outfielders Matt Kemp and Andre Ethier to contract extensions this off-season, but he is only assuming he will have the money.
by Josie Becker on Aug 24, 2011 6:24 PM PDT up reply actions
The unstated “to a 3 year, 36 million dollar extension”
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by regfairfield on Aug 24, 2011 6:27 PM PDT up reply actions
would love that for both of them.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
I don’t know how they feel about that.
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by regfairfield on Aug 24, 2011 6:31 PM PDT up reply actions
Hmmm
“We’ve worked too hard to get to this point,” says City Council member Ed Reyes, whose district includes Dodger Stadium. “If you remember the environment and the stereotypes cultivated when the Raiders were here, we could not allow that to happen with the Dodgers. It’s like violating our Camelot. We couldn’t let that stain occur.”
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
it was weird
when they listed all the other incidents of violence, then called Stow the nadir, without any reason given for why Stow was treated differently then the previous incidents of gun violence and stabbings
by Josie Becker on Aug 24, 2011 6:48 PM PDT up reply actions
I would offer
that a beating strikes a different chord. It’s mammalian, it’s primal. Weapon violence you can rationalize it’s just outliers who carry weapons. But now here’s this storyline where anyone can be transformed into a killer with enough booze.
by Josie Becker on Aug 24, 2011 6:49 PM PDT up reply actions
The Gateway Snack
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
by mleadman on Aug 24, 2011 6:23 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
I blame Chad
not Billingsley. For introducing me to ‘That can be my next tweet’
Some examples from @truebluela:
It doesn’t increase the Dodgers history Mattingly shakes up when the chances of seeing Loney James Loney!
Mattingly: Call for A.J. Ellis Recalled The 5 walks God that says I am talking about 70 points higher?
So no Barajas hurt We just pulled landscaping duty. Haha : Clayton Kershaw: First time Rod Barajas groin)!
Mike MacDougal has the heater. Happy 50th birthday to bring him back on September 1, 2010 Very nice pull.
Can’t tell if I like the first one or the last one best.
I hate Dioner Navarro thought Don Mattingly should be a bridge You were saying…
Jamey Carroll 4.
This is only position player start tonight for Eugenio Velez to Rick Monday: So, he has to the bullpen.
Have to be surprised if you’ll have him back on Sunday…for reals This is the trashcan into today’s.
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 5:51 PM PDT up reply actions
James Loney Pitch The Dodgers catcher Another Side Of Love watching that inning: Loney pitch for Cy!
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 5:58 PM PDT up reply actions
Lmao
Were you quoting Happy Gilmore with the landscaping duty one?
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
Yeah, about Navarro. It pulled from that.
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 5:52 PM PDT up reply actions
Who is the next TBLA member to turn 50?
Gross Wow, the heater. Happy 50th birthday to fail : Eric Young Jr. last time Matt Kemp anywhere but 3rd.
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 5:53 PM PDT up reply actions
mine
Have fun! You’ll be married to the draft, give her the ring after he picks Vogelsong to see him in.
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
where does this pull from?
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
I assume all the tweets from whatever account
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 5:55 PM PDT up reply actions
which is weird, unless you tweeted the landscaping duty line. I don’t think I ever tweeted anything about vogelsong
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
Possible retweeting involved.
I did tweet a joke yesterday about Navarro pulling landscaping duty.
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 6:03 PM PDT up reply actions
ha, that makes more sense
"Statistics are used much like a drunk uses a lamp post: for support, not illumination." - Vin Scully
i got
Yep.
You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view--until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.
My guess Federowicz will start in 1973 Sorry dodger nation. Things just need to be sad.
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 5:59 PM PDT up reply actions
Wow, he catches and built a time machine? He’s a keeper!
Nothing is ever easy.
by drulenarendes on Aug 24, 2011 6:05 PM PDT up reply actions
Doesn't seem to work through my firewall
Which may be just as well.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
Kelly Johnson with a great line
per Nick Piecoro:
"The difference is, I think ‘KT’ would rather throw up three times a day after eating than have his team strike out a lot," Johnson said. "I know there (in Toronto), they’re little more free-spirited about the idea of getting up there and getting the first pitch they see. I know it’s a different philosophy. You never know what works. Obviously, it’s worked in Toronto for some guys. They’ve struck out a lot and had some pretty good offenses in the past."
Forgot to highlight
about Kevin Towers:
The difference is, I think ‘KT’ would rather throw up three times a day after eating than have his team strike out a lot,
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 6:04 PM PDT up reply actions
Could be My Next Tweet gone haywire
It's not what you look like, when you're doin' what you're doin'
It's what you're doin' when you're doin' what you look like you're doin'!
Yeah, that’s the ticket.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
by David Young on Aug 24, 2011 6:16 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Can't blame Houston for trying
I hear Houston wanted Wilin Rosario and Drew Pomeranz for Wandy…and wanted COL to take the money. No wonder there’s no deal
Has anyone had an Irish Root Beer from Bjs Brewery before?
I had my first couple the other night, and damn were they good.
http://www.bjsbrewhouse.com/menus/cocktails-and-wine/bjs-favorite-cocktails
BJ’s Irish Root Beer
“Created by Ryan M. from Folsom, CA
Root beer for grown-ups! Made with Jameson Irish Whiskey, Baileys Irish Cream, Bols Butterscotch Schnapps and BJ’s handcrafted root beer. You can’t drink just one."
Tastes just like a really good root beer, mmmm
"If we hit that bull's eye, the rest of the dominoes will fall like a house of cards. Checkmate"
“But officer, Ryan M said ‘You can’t drink just one.’”
by Eric Stephen on Aug 24, 2011 6:24 PM PDT up reply actions
Just drink the Jameson’s neat and leave that other stuff for the kiddies.
@davidyoungtbla - The commenter formerly known as El Lay Dave.
by David Young on Aug 24, 2011 6:36 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
if ya want something done right
ya gotta do it yourself
"Heroes get remembered, but Legends never die."
by Tommy Blackjack on Aug 24, 2011 6:44 PM PDT up reply actions
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