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A True Doubleheader…
Written by Jonathan on May 12, 2008 – 12:28 pmSo we have a real doubleheader against the Pirates today. Not a day/night one, but a true one game after another doubleheader. You don’t see that too often any more, but I’m glad. The real question is . . . will we get the games in today. I’m pretty busy today but the last time I looked in on the weather for Pittsburgh, it wasn’t looking too favorable. We’ll see if it holds out so we can get some of these games in. I’ll do my best to keep up with the games today but no guarantees.
Jurrjens will be pitching the first game for the Braves while Tim Hudson will make his regularly scheduled start in the second game. We have another doubleheader in a couple weeks against the Mets; let’s try and start a good streak on those today.
Tags: Doubleheader, Jair Jurrjens, Pittsburgh Pirates, Tim Hudson
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By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
I’ll do my best to keep up with the first game via slingbox and MLB gameday….it’s a good break from the workday.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Lineup for the first game:
1. Infante – 2B
2. Escobar – SS
3. Jones – 3B
4. Teixeira – 1B
5. Francoeur – RF
6. Diaz – LF
7. Miller – C
8. Blanco – CF
9. Jurrjens – P
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
The Braves are rocking the pink bats for game 1 here.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Game 1, Top 1st:
- Infante grounds out to short. 1 out.
- Escobar grounds out to third. 2 out.
- Chipper doubles to right.
- Teixeira flies out to right. 3 out.
Not much for the Braves there. Good to see Chipper on the board early.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Game 1, Bottom 1st:
- Sanchez walks to lead off the inning.
- McLouth grounds into the 4-6-3 double play. 2 out.
- Bay strikes out on the changeup. 3 out.
Nice to be the one turning the double plays for once instead of hitting into them. Hope Jurrjens can keep his hot streak of late going. 3-0 in his last 4 starts.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Game 1, Top 2nd:
- Frenchie singles up the middle.
- Diaz lines out to first. Frenchie doubled up at first. 2 out.
- Miller walks.
- Blanco reaches on an infield single to second. Miller to third on a throwing error to first.
- Jurrjens strikes out swinging. 3 out.
That’s 10 double plays in our last 4 games. That’s horrific. 3 runners left on base already this game.
By Susan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Wow, I didn’t realize the game started so early today….how’s it going so far?
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
yeah, 12:35 start on the first one and then the second one starts right after this one ends.
Jurrjens is struggling to find control today. Throwing a lot of balls. Might have something to do with it being in the low 40s in Pittsburgh.
0-0 Bottom of the 2nd right now.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Game 1, Bottom 2nd:
- Doumit singles to center.
- Michaels grounds into the double play. 2 out.
- LaRoche walks.
- Bautista strikes out looking. 3 out.
Another bailout by the double play. Better than nothing though. 2 Ks on the day for Jurrjens so far.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Oh yes, and how are you today, Susan?
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Game 1, Top 3rd:
- Infante flies out to right. 1 out.
- Escobar grounds out to third. 2 out.
- Chipper singles to right.
- Tex grounds out to short. 3 out. Solid play by Bixler to get Tex.
There’s #4 left on base.
By Susan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
What are we going to do about all our LOBs? We seem to either leave our runners stranded or hit in to a double play.
Where is KJ? Why hasn’t he been playing lately? I don’t have anything against Infante but I miss Kelly.
By Susan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
I’m avoiding work by keeping up with the game
And yourself?
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
I don’t know what they’re going to do to fix it, but they need to do something quick. We need that clutch hitting!
KJ’s splitting time with Infante for now to get rested up. He’s still being bothered off and on by injuries a little bit. At least Omar can hold down the position pretty well.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
I’m buried in work and just listening to the game via my slingbox…..it’s a pretty crazy day to say the least, but I figured I have to keep the game thread going, other people need to escape from work too
Hopefully I’ll get to go home to catch some of the second game but I’ll be on here as much as I can.
Baseball is infinitely better than work, that’s for sure. I’m sure you agree.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Game 1, Bottom 3rd:
- Bixler pops out to first. 1 out.
- Duke strikes out swinging. 2 out.
- Sanchez grounds out to second. 3 out.
There’s Jurrjens’ first 1-2-3 inning of the day. 3 K’s so far.
By Susan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
You put it so nicely by saying that KJ is splitting time with Infante. It seems to me that Infante has taken over. But then again, I am bias. I know there was a lot of criticism regarding the leadoff spot. I feel like Kelly’s confidence has been shaken.
Baseball is definitely better than work – along with many other things.
Is the forecast looking any better for the 2nd game?
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Game 1, Top 4th:
- Francoeur grounds out to short. 1 out.
- Diaz strikes out swinging. 2 out.
- Miller reaches on an error.
- Blanco walks.
- Jurrjens lines out to right. 3 out.
There’s 2 more LOB.
Game 1, Bottom 4th:
- McLouth flies out to right. 1 out.
- Bay grounds out to short. 2 out.
- Doumit flies out to left. 3 out.
Another 1-2-3 for Jurrjens. Work’s busy, I’ll keep updates coming as I can.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
The forecast is going to stay about the same all day it seems . . . dreary and cold.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Tex leaves the game with a back injury. Not sure how severe this is. Greg Norton replacing him.
By Susan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Doesn’t it seem like work is only hectic when you are distracted or pre-occupied? Or is it just me?
Chipper is solid today. I want to see more of that from our guys. I hope Tex is okay. I don’t want to hear anything about him on the DL.
2 more LOB…..seriously….
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Game 1, Top 5th:
- Infante strikes out swinging. 1 out.
- Escobar grounds out to second. 2 out.
- Chipper singles to right. Makes it to second on a fielding error.
- Greg Norton walks. Runners on first and second.
- Francoeur grounds into a force out at second. 3 out.
Just keep leaving them on…..
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Work is always hectic for me . . . just the nature of the beast around here…
We have 8 LOB for the day now.
By Akshay on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Tex left they game with back spasms, they just announced.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Jurrjens in trouble here in the bottom of the 5th, bases loaded, 1 out.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Game 1, Bottom 5th:
- Michaels walks.
- LaRoche singles.
- Bautista sac bunt. 1 out. Runners second and third.
- Bixler hit by a pitch.
- Duke strikes out swinging. 2 out.
- Sanchez doubles to right. 2 runs in.
2-0 Pirates.
By Susan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Ouch. Those runs really hurt. But I’m glad Jurrjens was able to finish the inning.
Do you think we can actually get a runner past 2nd base??
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Game 1, Bottom 5th, cont:
- McLouth strikes out. 3 out.
Frustrating.
By Susan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
2 on with 2 out is not a good combination for us.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Well we can’t get people on with less than 2 outs.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Work is officially limiting any ability for me to keep up . . . 3-0 Pirates after 6.
By Susan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
No sweat. It’s been the same story all day. 12 LOB. Unreal.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Hey look . . . Diaz pops out to second to strand two more runners.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
12 runners left on base in 7 innings . . . that’s pathetic.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
3-0 Pirates headed to the bottom of the 8th.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
2-run homer for LaRoche. 5-0 Pirates.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
I bet opposing pitchers are pretty pumped to face us in their home ballparks right now.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Well that’s the end of game 1. Diaz grounds into the game ending double play.
So we lost to the Pirates 5-0. Here’re my questions.
How do you not score on 8 hits and 4 errors by the opposition? How do you leave 15 runners on base? 8 of them in scoring position.
Grr . . . nevermind…..Game 2, coming up.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Game 2 underway . . . Just to make Susan happy, Kelly’s back in for this game….. of course, he did strike out to lead off the first.
By Susan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
I am sooooo happy to see Kelly back!!
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
I knew you would be
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
1-0 Pirates after the first. Fielding error by Norton at first allowed the run to score.
By Susan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
We’re on the board!! Good job Esco!
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
About time! Blanco scores on the Escobar single…. 1-1 Tie.
We really needed to get a run in there finally! What time do you work til, Susan?
By Susan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
I feel like the Braves are feeling better for this game. Game 1 was dreadful.
I’m usually at work til about 6 or so. I don’t think I’ll catch much of this game on TV.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Yeah, not looking like I will either. Still a crazy day.
Game 1 was absolutely pitiful. It was painful to get through. when you’re averaging leaving 5 runners on base every 3 innings and don’t score one run, something’s wrong.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Norton and Francoeur score on a Kotsay double. 3-1 Braves.
By Susan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
KJ on base to start the 5th
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
3-run homer for BMac. 7-1 Braves.
Completely different team than the first game.
By Sheryl on May 12, 2008 | Reply
I haven’t been able to keep up with the games today–meetings
– but I have a suggestion to possibly help the braves—maybe they should go back to their other “away” jerseys lol I do love the new look however—
By Susan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
They finally figured it out. I actually recognize this team. It’s looking like we might break this road game losing streak.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Hey Sheryl. Hope the day’s going well for you.
The Braves are wearing their standard away grays today . . . didn’t help much in that first game haha.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
It’s only the 5th, Susan . . . don’t jinx it
By Sheryl on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Thanks Jon—oh well—at least I am trying to help them figure it out
Maybe they should go back to fundamental baseball….I can’t remember which game it was of San Diego’s but their pitcher had walked over 100 guys last year and here the Braves were swinging at the first pitch–with runners in scoring position of course. We lost that game–by one run of course
By Sheryl on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Susan, it seems to be feast or famine–they not only need to break the road streak–they need to put a winning one together–
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
I think that’s the kicker right there. We’re not thinking….we’re not playing fundamentals when we need to be. No clutch offense and sometimes we just need to play small ball. We need to get runners aboard with less than two outs and then learn how to just hit singles and get the ball into the outfield with runners in scoring position. I think that’s a big key right now.
By Sheryl on May 12, 2008 | Reply
i just read your gamethread for the first game….glad I didn’t see it….my tv mighta been out the window
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
And there’s another problem . . . Chipper just hit into an inning-ending double play. We do that way way way too much.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Haha, it was pretty disgraceful, Sheryl. We didn’t deserve to win that one.
By Sheryl on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Still 7-1? Still shouldn’t be hitting into double plays
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
8-1 Braves. Kotsay drives Francoeur in with a double in the top of the 7th.
By Susan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
You are absolutly right. I would never want to jinx it.
Huddy is doing a great job. And Kotsay’s bat seems to have woken up.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Good game for Hudson. 2 hits and 1 run in 7 innings.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
Game over . . . finally a road win. 8-1 Braves.
By Susan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
I didn’t jinx it!
So glad the braves could get this one done. Excellent work by the ‘pen to come in and finish for Huddy.
By Jonathan on May 12, 2008 | Reply
You sure tried to though! Ohman was struggling there in the 9th
.
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
No sweat. It's been the same story all day. 12 LOB. Unreal.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
12 runners left on base in 7 innings . . . that's pathetic.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Well that's the end of game 1. Diaz grounds into the game ending double play.
So we lost to the Pirates 5-0. Here're my questions.
How do you not score on 8 hits and 4 errors by the opposition? How do you leave 15 runners on base? 8 of them in scoring position.
Grr . . . nevermind…..Game 2, coming up.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Game 2 underway . . . Just to make Susan happy, Kelly's back in for this game….. of course, he did strike out to lead off the first.
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
We're on the board!! Good job Esco!
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I feel like the Braves are feeling better for this game. Game 1 was dreadful.
I'm usually at work til about 6 or so. I don't think I'll catch much of this game on TV.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Yeah, not looking like I will either. Still a crazy day.
Game 1 was absolutely pitiful. It was painful to get through. when you're averaging leaving 5 runners on base every 3 innings and don't score one run, something's wrong.
By Sheryl on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I haven't been able to keep up with the games today–meetings
– but I have a suggestion to possibly help the braves—maybe they should go back to their other "away" jerseys lol I do love the new look however—
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
They finally figured it out. I actually recognize this team. It's looking like we might break this road game losing streak.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Hey Sheryl. Hope the day's going well for you.
The Braves are wearing their standard away grays today . . . didn't help much in that first game haha.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
It's only the 5th, Susan . . . don't jinx it
By Sheryl on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Thanks Jon—oh well—at least I am trying to help them figure it out
Maybe they should go back to fundamental baseball….I can't remember which game it was of San Diego's but their pitcher had walked over 100 guys last year and here the Braves were swinging at the first pitch–with runners in scoring position of course. We lost that game–by one run of course
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I think that's the kicker right there. We're not thinking….we're not playing fundamentals when we need to be. No clutch offense and sometimes we just need to play small ball. We need to get runners aboard with less than two outs and then learn how to just hit singles and get the ball into the outfield with runners in scoring position. I think that's a big key right now.
By Sheryl on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
i just read your gamethread for the first game….glad I didn't see it….my tv mighta been out the window
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
And there's another problem . . . Chipper just hit into an inning-ending double play. We do that way way way too much.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Haha, it was pretty disgraceful, Sheryl. We didn't deserve to win that one.
By Sheryl on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Still 7-1? Still shouldn't be hitting into double plays
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
You are absolutly right. I would never want to jinx it.
Huddy is doing a great job. And Kotsay's bat seems to have woken up.
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I didn't jinx it!
So glad the braves could get this one done. Excellent work by the 'pen to come in and finish for Huddy.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I'll do my best to keep up with the first game via slingbox and MLB gameday….it's a good break from the workday.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Game 1, Top 2nd:
- Frenchie singles up the middle.
- Diaz lines out to first. Frenchie doubled up at first. 2 out.
- Miller walks.
- Blanco reaches on an infield single to second. Miller to third on a throwing error to first.
- Jurrjens strikes out swinging. 3 out.
That's 10 double plays in our last 4 games. That's horrific. 3 runners left on base already this game.
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Wow, I didn't realize the game started so early today….how's it going so far?
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Game 1, Top 3rd:
- Infante flies out to right. 1 out.
- Escobar grounds out to third. 2 out.
- Chipper singles to right.
- Tex grounds out to short. 3 out. Solid play by Bixler to get Tex.
There's #4 left on base.
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
What are we going to do about all our LOBs? We seem to either leave our runners stranded or hit in to a double play.
Where is KJ? Why hasn't he been playing lately? I don't have anything against Infante but I miss Kelly.
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I'm avoiding work by keeping up with the game
And yourself?
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I don't know what they're going to do to fix it, but they need to do something quick. We need that clutch hitting!
KJ's splitting time with Infante for now to get rested up. He's still being bothered off and on by injuries a little bit. At least Omar can hold down the position pretty well.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I'm buried in work and just listening to the game via my slingbox…..it's a pretty crazy day to say the least, but I figured I have to keep the game thread going, other people need to escape from work too
Hopefully I'll get to go home to catch some of the second game but I'll be on here as much as I can.
Baseball is infinitely better than work, that's for sure. I'm sure you agree.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Game 1, Bottom 3rd:
- Bixler pops out to first. 1 out.
- Duke strikes out swinging. 2 out.
- Sanchez grounds out to second. 3 out.
There's Jurrjens' first 1-2-3 inning of the day. 3 K's so far.
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
You put it so nicely by saying that KJ is splitting time with Infante. It seems to me that Infante has taken over. But then again, I am bias. I know there was a lot of criticism regarding the leadoff spot. I feel like Kellys confidence has been shaken.
Baseball is definitely better than work – along with many other things.
Is the forecast looking any better for the 2nd game?
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Game 1, Top 4th:
- Francoeur grounds out to short. 1 out.
- Diaz strikes out swinging. 2 out.
- Miller reaches on an error.
- Blanco walks.
- Jurrjens lines out to right. 3 out.
There's 2 more LOB.
Game 1, Bottom 4th:
- McLouth flies out to right. 1 out.
- Bay grounds out to short. 2 out.
- Doumit flies out to left. 3 out.
Another 1-2-3 for Jurrjens. Work's busy, I'll keep updates coming as I can.
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Doesn't it seem like work is only hectic when you are distracted or pre-occupied? Or is it just me?
Chipper is solid today. I want to see more of that from our guys. I hope Tex is okay. I dont want to hear anything about him on the DL.
2 more LOB…..seriously….
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Ouch. Those runs really hurt. But I'm glad Jurrjens was able to finish the inning.
Do you think we can actually get a runner past 2nd base??
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Well we can't get people on with less than 2 outs.