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Day/Night Doubleheaders Cheat Fans
Written by Jonathan on May 20, 2008 – 12:55 pmIt’s a fact. There will rarely be a doubleheader any more that isn’t a day/night one. In a day of “money talks” and expensive ticket prices, baseball organizations will stick to forcing fans to buy tickets to both games of a doubleheader. I’m glad as a little kid I got to go to a few true doubleheaders with my dad. You know, the kind where you get to the park at 11 and don’t go home until it’s well after dark. THAT is a real doubleheader.
Anyways, enough of that rant. The division-rival Mets are in town today to start a 4-game series, including the makeup game for the April 4th rainout. About a quarter of the way through the season, the Braves and Mets both find themselves within striking distance of the top of the NL East (the Mets are 1 game behind the Marlins while the Braves are 2).
Game 1 – 1pm
In the first game today, Tom Glavine (1-1, 4.41) will face his former team for the first time. It’s been an up-and-down season for Glavine so far so we need him to come up big this afternoon against John Maine.
Game 2 – 7pm
Tonight’s game has Jorge Campillo making his first start for the Braves. He has been solid in a bullpen role thus far this season and has gotten the call to take the hill to start. Campillo has said he’ll probably only make it 75-80 pitches in tonight’s game, so I expect to see Jeff Bennett picking up after him. Hopefully the bullpen still has some left after the day game.
It’s a long day of division-rivalry baseball. The Braves and Mets always seem to bring their best stuff when they face off with each other. Both teams should be looking to split the 4-game series and try to irk out a third win in there somewhere. The Braves lead the series on the season 3-2.
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- May 20, 2008: Section 435 – Boo to Win?
By Josh on May 20, 2008 | Reply
OK, Lets go Braves!!!!!!!!!
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Yeah I think i did enough ranting about how much I hate day/night DH’s on my site to last for both of us.
Let’s beat the dang Metros this week!
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Top 1st:
- Reyes bunts for an out. 1 out.
- Castillo homers. 1-0 Mets.
- Wright singles to center.
- Beltran walks.
- Church singles to left. Bases loaded.
- Alou lines out to third. 2 out.
- Delgado flies out to right. 3 out.
Well we gave up a run, but that could have been a lot worse.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 1st:
- Escobar doubles.
- Kotsay reaches on a fielder’s choice. Escobar out at third. 1 out.
- Chipper grounds out at second. 2 out.
- Tex singles to center. Kotsay scores. 1-1 Tie.
- McCann flies out to left. 3 out.
Good to see us bringing it back even.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Yeah, I saw that, JB. It’s the truth though.
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
I hate the (expletive) Met’s. They are so (expletive) obnoxious and they (expletive) (expletive) (expletive) (expletive) (expletive) (expletive) (expletive) til the handle breaks off and you have to call a Dr. to pull it out.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Hahaha, I’m glad you’re here today, JB.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Top 2nd:
- Schneider flies out to center. 1 out.
- Maine grounds out to second. 2 out.
- Reyes strikes out looking. 3 out.
Glavine looked a lot more settled that inning. Good to see.
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Wayne’s World…. anyone?
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Man, Jeff needs to lay off that pitch. Everyone’s starting to throw it to him.
By Josh on May 20, 2008 | Reply
I agree,
F*@k the mets!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Go Braves
By Josh on May 20, 2008 | Reply
They just said on radio andruw left knee is really hurt with a tear.
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Hmmmm you know if you go to Braves Journal and comment with them….there’s a bunch of nega-tors chatting it up…
It’s depressing. It’s like watching the Muppet Show with Statler and Waldorf
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Andruw will be more productive sitting on the bench than standing in front of the plate.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 2nd:
- Francoeur strikes out on a check swing. 1 out.
- Johnson strikes out looking. 2 out.
- Blanco walks.
- Blanco steals second.
- Blanco over to third on a wild pitch.
- Glavine grounds out back to the mound. 3 out.
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Andruw can get some crossword puzzles done or score higher on Sudoku than his BA.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Hah, nice. I bet it’s true though. Hopefully he’s okay though, don’t want them to replace him with someone that’s better.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Top 3rd:
- Castillo flies out to center. 1 out.
- Wright flies out to center. 2 out.
- Beltran flies out to right. 3 out.
8 in a row set down for Tommy.
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
True, I like seeing the Dodgers suck. I kinda liked the help he was giving them this year.
By Jeremy on May 20, 2008 | Reply
i cant wait until the 30th of this month i will be up in Cinny to watch them play
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Any response from your favorite Dodgers fan yet, JB?
I’m jealous Jeremy. I was going to head up but I’ll be doing Habitat for Humanity the Saturday that weekend. You and HB want to come, JB?
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Are you in Atlanta, Jeremy?
By Jeremy on May 20, 2008 | Reply
thats the only time i get to see them play is when they play the reds to far to go anywhere else
By RG on May 20, 2008 | Reply
you’re right, jonathan, i do know where to go. not going to get to do that meeting until 3:30, so i will continue research…. and waiting for updates.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Gotcha. Well I’m glad they’re headed your way then. You going to catch all of the games that weekend?
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 3rd:
- Escobar singles off the second base bag.
- Escobar thrown out trying to steal second. 1 out.
- Kotsay flies out to left. 2 out.
- Chipper singles to right.
- Teixeira singles to right center. Chipper to second.
- McCann singles to center. Chipper scores. Tex to second. 2-1 Braves.
- Francoeur pops out to short. 3 out.
There’s a lead. 3 straight two-out hits.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Hey Rue….welcome to the workday distraction. I just invited JB to Habitat with us.
By RG on May 20, 2008 | Reply
crap, when is that?
yunel has been caught stealing a few times recently hasn’t he?
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
31st. Yeah, a couple times. It was a great throw to get him this time.
By RG on May 20, 2008 | Reply
thats’ when i have to get my passport.
dude, i don’t want to be here at work at all.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Top 4th:
- Church grounds out to second. 1 out.
- Alou grounds out to short. 2 out.
- Delgado strikes out swinging. 3 out.
11 in a row for Tommy. Classic Glavine to struggle in the first and then get settled in. Hopefully we can get a few more out of him to ease the doubleheader on the bullpen.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
I don’t think any of us do. That’s half the point of this game thread. JB, where’d you go? You going to the game tonight?
By RG on May 20, 2008 | Reply
i have these snyder’s cheddar cheese pretzel pieces at my desk taht i’m eating. they are really (expletive) good!
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
I think I sampled those at Publix one day . . . they’re pretty tasty.
By Josh on May 20, 2008 | Reply
SWEET 3-1 BRAVES
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 4th:
- Johnson doubles to center.
- Blanco walks.
- Glavine bunts the runners over to second and third. 1 out.
- Escobar with a sac fly. Johnson scores, Blanco to third. 2 out. 3-1 Braves.
- Kotsay flies out to left. 3 out.
We’re batting well today. Maine’s up in the pitch count already. 87 Pitches.
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
I’m back. I had to switch locations. Glavine is cruising and we’ve got the lead.
I’m glad you could join us Rue. I missed you.
JT I would like to do HH but when is it?
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Nice grab, Gregor
By RG on May 20, 2008 | Reply
i’m glad we’re doing decently. then again, it is a home game…
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Top 5th:
- Schneider strikes out looking. 1 out.
- Maine pops out to first. 2 out.
- Reyes lines out to left. 3 out.
Glavine’s rolling now.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
It’s on Saturday the 31st, JB.
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Yes but I’ll take wins over the Mets any way, any day.
David Wright likes mens’ butts
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Tex is 3-3 . . . good to see.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 5th:
- Chipper walks.
- Teixeira singles to third. Chipper to second.
Maine’s done. Doesn’t look like he’ll be extending his win streak to 5 today
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Rue……..
Rue…………
Ruuuuuuuuuuuuuee.
Sorry Rue, I think my blog is beaconing you to come by and comment. That’s weird.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
JB, you never answered….you going tonight?
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
PS Rue did you see my Wayne’s World reference? That one was for you, baby.
To bad it’s not Heilman I like hitting against him.
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
To the game?
I may have to bail out. I just found out about some work I need to do tonight and it’s urgent.
I will be there tomorrow though.
When’s your HH deal goin on ?
By Akshay on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Wow…they intentionally walked Frenchy, surprising even though it was a lefty-righty machupto get to a hotter hitting KJ.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 5th, cont:
- McCann grounds out to first. Tex to second, Chipper to third.
- Francoeur walked intentionally. Bases loaded.
- Johnson flies out to left. Chipper tags and scores. 2 out. Runners at first and second.
4-1 Braves.
By Akshay on May 20, 2008 | Reply
That backfired in a good two pitches…
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Yeah, to the game. Just let me know what you decide. I’m pretty sure I’ve got extras if you want to go.
HH is on May 31st.
Rue, you decide if you’re coming to any games this week?
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Did Rue leave already?
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 5th, cont:
- Blanco grounds out to short. 3 out.
The Braves are playing good small ball right now.
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
I would but I have to do that work. I will be there tomorrow, brothah. Get me tickets then or I’ll just meet up with you.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
I know she had a few things to do around the office that wouldn’t have her near a computer. She’ll be back hopefully.
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
(sniff sniff) ok
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
I don’t think it was anything personal against you, JB.
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
David Wright is going to go sit on the bench and look at his “Buns and Ammo” magazine for a little bit and think about why he sucks.
By Akshay on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Glav threw just seven pitches in the last inning, think they’ll leave him in for the 7th?
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Top 6th:
- Castillo pops out to short. 1 out.
- Wright strikes out. 2 out.
- Beltran grounds out to short. 3 out.
Tommy’s set down 17 in a row.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Nope, he’s done. 17 in a row retired and 82 pitches.
By Akshay on May 20, 2008 | Reply
guess Gotay just answered my question
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Here comes Gotay and that means Bennett or Ohman next?
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
I think Bobby’ll save Bennett for tonight to bring in behind Campillo.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
It’ll be Ohman according to TV.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 6th:
- Gotay singles to right.
- Escobar flies out to left. 1 out.
- Kotsay flies out to left. 2 out.
- Chipper pops out to first. 3 out.
Not much for the Braves there. Time to see if the bullpen can keep that 16-inning scoreless streak going.
By RG on May 20, 2008 | Reply
i’m back. sorry i had to run down to the lab. i will be here for about 30 more min until my next meeting.
gotay. haha. he owes me dinner!
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Yes he does….I saw a picture of it!
When’re you claiming that?
By RG on May 20, 2008 | Reply
the next time i see him i guess. which will be never. plus i don’t know honestly if i want dinner with ruben gotay. i can think of some others i’d prefer.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Top 7th:
- Church strikes out swinging. 1 out.
- Alou grounds out to third. 2 out.
- Delgado strikes out swinging. 3 out.
Strong showing by Ohman. That’s 20 Mets down in a row and 17 scoreless innings in a row for the bullpen now.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
It’s not about dinner with Ruben! It’s about using him to get to your real goal!
By JB in ATL on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Ruuuuuuuuuue
By RG on May 20, 2008 | Reply
i like those numbers! i hardly have anything to rant about. although, it’s me, so i’m sure i’ll find something. and if i were wtching it’d be so much easier.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
I’m sure you’ll find something to ran about in no time. It is you after all. So Rue, any games for you this week?
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 7th:
- Tex draws a good 10-pitch walk.
- McCann with a two-run homer.
6-1 Braves.
By RG on May 20, 2008 | Reply
OOH, that dude just gave me a rant.
seriously, what a jackass. sure you might not be one for nostalgia, but you should understand economics, dumbass. do you have to pay twice for parking, too? ugh.
By RG on May 20, 2008 | Reply
yeah, can we go tomorrow and possibly thursday? i’ll be in atl anyway tomorrow, and what’s one more trip in to see santana bite the big one.
By RG on May 20, 2008 | Reply
hey jb.
you’re my sunshine.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Haha, there’s the Rue we all know. Be nice.
I think we just might not have movie night this week. The B’s are going tomorrow too.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 7th, cont:
- Francoeur pops out to short. 1 out.
- Johnson grounds out to second. 2 out.
- Blanco grounds out to first. 3 out.
McCann is on fire.
By RG on May 20, 2008 | Reply
i have to go to my meeting now. it might be short, i really have no idea. either way, my boys better hold out! talk to you guys later.
By Shaun on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Looks like your honoring of the doubleheader did the Bravos some good.
Back to the old jobby. Keep up the good work.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Have fun, Rue. We’ll talk to you soon.
Thanks Shaun . . . I told you it was better than working.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Top 8th:
- Schneider strikes out swinging. 1 out.
Boyer coming in to pitch. 4 outs for Ohman, 3 of them K’s. Can’t complain about that.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Top 8th, cont:
- Tatis flies out to right. 2 out.
- Reyes singles to right.
- Castillo grounds out to third. 3 out.
That’s the first base runner the Braves have allowed since the first. No harm though. 18 straight scoreless innings for the pen.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 8th:
- Norton grounds out to short. 1 out.
- Escobar flies out to center. 2 out.
- Kotsay singles up the middle.
- Chipper strikes out looking. 3 out.
Hopefully the Braves have started conserving offense for tonight.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Top 9th:
- Wright grounds out to third. 1 out.
- Beltran singles to center.
- Church grounds into a fielder’s choice. 2 out.
- Alou singles past short. Church to second.
- Delgado grounds out to first.
The Mets threatened but Acosta shut it down. Great game all around for the Braves. 19 straight scoreless innings for the Braves’ bullpen now. A much deserved win for Tommy.
By Colin on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Just got back from game one – great game. Tommy pitched well (with the exception of the traditional Tommy-esque first inning), we played some solid fundamental baseball, and came out with the solid win. Was especially excited to see some baserunners attempting some steals and some good sacrifices.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Sitting in my seat for game two. Tarp’s on the field and the sky is threatening. Tornado warnings all around….should we really be here?
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Lovely weather here. Lots of lightning and rain…..don’t know if baseball is happening tonight.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Warmups underway . . . 8:50ish start time.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Top 1st:
- Reyes strikes out on a changeup. 1 out.
- Anderson grounds out to second. 2 out.
- Wright flies out to right. 3 out.
9 pitch 1-2-3 inning for Campillo.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 1st:
- Yunel singles up the middle.
- Infante flies out to right. Yunel advances to second. 1 out.
- Chipper doubles to left. Yunel scores.
1-0 Braves.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 1st, cont:
- Teixeira walks. Runners first and second.
- Johnson strikes out swinging. 2 out.
- Diaz grounds out back to Vargas. 3 out.
We left two, but we’re on the board early.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
1-0 Braves after 2. Campillo’s holding up well so far.
By Travis on May 20, 2008 | Reply
hey hows it going guys
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Hey Travis.
4-0 Braves after 3. RBIs for Tex and KJ.
Campillo just gave up his first hit in the top of the 4th.
By Smitty on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Good evening, sports fans.
By Smitty on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Is Rue around tonight?
By Smitty on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Wierd day in Braves baseball. What with the weather (hail at my house), Campillo’s first start, and Francoeur’s streak of consecutive games broken.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
She’s on her couch watching the game.
By Smitty on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Need to get her this message…..
By Smitty on May 20, 2008 | Reply
can she purchase this for me:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150247276104&ssPageName=ADME:B:WNA:US:1123
By Travis on May 20, 2008 | Reply
were did everyone go
By Smitty on May 20, 2008 | Reply
yeah?
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
Game over. Wow, I hope Yunel and Church are okay. Bad looking collision.
By Jonathan on May 20, 2008 | Reply
6-2 Braves.
By Colin on May 21, 2008 | Reply
Great set of games – glad to see us jump out to a 4-1 start on this stretch at home.
Positives from the day:
- Glavine and Gotay hurt their old team
- Braves played good fundamental baseball
- Bullpen continues to be great as of late
Negatives from the day:
- Francoeur’s consecutive start streak snapped. I’m not sure what the deal is here, but we’ll hope it’s nothing to do with the foot he’s been nursing.
—This is the part where Colin fell asleep mid-post. He’s going to post it anyways, even though it’s probably too late—
By JB in ATL on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Yeah I think i did enough ranting about how much I hate day/night DH's on my site to last for both of us.
Let's beat the dang Metros this week!
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Bottom 1st:
- Escobar doubles.
- Kotsay reaches on a fielder's choice. Escobar out at third. 1 out.
- Chipper grounds out at second. 2 out.
- Tex singles to center. Kotsay scores. 1-1 Tie.
- McCann flies out to left. 3 out.
Good to see us bringing it back even.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Yeah, I saw that, JB. It's the truth though.
By JB in ATL on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I hate the (expletive) Met's. They are so (expletive) obnoxious and they (expletive) (expletive) (expletive) (expletive) (expletive) (expletive) (expletive) til the handle breaks off and you have to call a Dr. to pull it out.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Hahaha, I'm glad you're here today, JB.
By JB in ATL on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Wayne's World…. anyone?
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Man, Jeff needs to lay off that pitch. Everyone's starting to throw it to him.
By JB in ATL on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Hmmmm you know if you go to Braves Journal and comment with them….there's a bunch of nega-tors chatting it up…
It's depressing. It's like watching the Muppet Show with Statler and Waldorf
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Hah, nice. I bet it's true though. Hopefully he's okay though, don't want them to replace him with someone that's better.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Any response from your favorite Dodgers fan yet, JB?
I'm jealous Jeremy. I was going to head up but I'll be doing Habitat for Humanity the Saturday that weekend. You and HB want to come, JB?
By RG on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
you're right, jonathan, i do know where to go. not going to get to do that meeting until 3:30, so i will continue research…. and waiting for updates.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Gotcha. Well I'm glad they're headed your way then. You going to catch all of the games that weekend?
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Bottom 3rd:
- Escobar singles off the second base bag.
- Escobar thrown out trying to steal second. 1 out.
- Kotsay flies out to left. 2 out.
- Chipper singles to right.
- Teixeira singles to right center. Chipper to second.
- McCann singles to center. Chipper scores. Tex to second. 2-1 Braves.
- Francoeur pops out to short. 3 out.
There's a lead. 3 straight two-out hits.
By RG on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
crap, when is that?
yunel has been caught stealing a few times recently hasn't he?
By RG on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
thats' when i have to get my passport.
dude, i don't want to be here at work at all.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I don't think any of us do. That's half the point of this game thread. JB, where'd you go? You going to the game tonight?
By RG on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
i have these snyder's cheddar cheese pretzel pieces at my desk taht i'm eating. they are really (expletive) good!
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I think I sampled those at Publix one day . . . they're pretty tasty.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Bottom 4th:
- Johnson doubles to center.
- Blanco walks.
- Glavine bunts the runners over to second and third. 1 out.
- Escobar with a sac fly. Johnson scores, Blanco to third. 2 out. 3-1 Braves.
- Kotsay flies out to left. 3 out.
We're batting well today. Maine's up in the pitch count already. 87 Pitches.
By JB in ATL on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I'm back. I had to switch locations. Glavine is cruising and we've got the lead.
I'm glad you could join us Rue. I missed you.
JT I would like to do HH but when is it?
By RG on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
i'm glad we're doing decently. then again, it is a home game…
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Top 5th:
- Schneider strikes out looking. 1 out.
- Maine pops out to first. 2 out.
- Reyes lines out to left. 3 out.
Glavine's rolling now.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
It's on Saturday the 31st, JB.
By JB in ATL on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Yes but I'll take wins over the Mets any way, any day.
David Wright likes mens' butts
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Bottom 5th:
- Chipper walks.
- Teixeira singles to third. Chipper to second.
Maine's done. Doesn't look like he'll be extending his win streak to 5 today
By JB in ATL on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Rue……..
Rue…………
Ruuuuuuuuuuuuuee.
Sorry Rue, I think my blog is beaconing you to come by and comment. That's weird.
By JB in ATL on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
PS Rue did you see my Wayne's World reference? That one was for you, baby.
To bad it's not Heilman I like hitting against him.
By JB in ATL on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
To the game?
I may have to bail out. I just found out about some work I need to do tonight and it's urgent.
I will be there tomorrow though.
When's your HH deal goin on ?
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Yeah, to the game. Just let me know what you decide. I'm pretty sure I've got extras if you want to go.
HH is on May 31st.
Rue, you decide if you're coming to any games this week?
By JB in ATL on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I would but I have to do that work. I will be there tomorrow, brothah. Get me tickets then or I'll just meet up with you.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I know she had a few things to do around the office that wouldn't have her near a computer. She'll be back hopefully.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I don't think it was anything personal against you, JB.
By JB in ATL on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
David Wright is going to go sit on the bench and look at his "Buns and Ammo" magazine for a little bit and think about why he sucks.
By Akshay on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Glav threw just seven pitches in the last inning, think they'll leave him in for the 7th?
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Top 6th:
- Castillo pops out to short. 1 out.
- Wright strikes out. 2 out.
- Beltran grounds out to short. 3 out.
Tommy's set down 17 in a row.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Nope, he's done. 17 in a row retired and 82 pitches.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I think Bobby'll save Bennett for tonight to bring in behind Campillo.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
It'll be Ohman according to TV.
By RG on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
i'm back. sorry i had to run down to the lab. i will be here for about 30 more min until my next meeting.
gotay. haha. he owes me dinner!
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Yes he does….I saw a picture of it!
When're you claiming that?
By RG on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
the next time i see him i guess. which will be never. plus i don't know honestly if i want dinner with ruben gotay. i can think of some others i'd prefer.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Top 7th:
- Church strikes out swinging. 1 out.
- Alou grounds out to third. 2 out.
- Delgado strikes out swinging. 3 out.
Strong showing by Ohman. That's 20 Mets down in a row and 17 scoreless innings in a row for the bullpen now.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
It's not about dinner with Ruben! It's about using him to get to your real goal!
By RG on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
i like those numbers! i hardly have anything to rant about. although, it's me, so i'm sure i'll find something. and if i were wtching it'd be so much easier.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I'm sure you'll find something to ran about in no time. It is you after all. So Rue, any games for you this week?
By RG on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
yeah, can we go tomorrow and possibly thursday? i'll be in atl anyway tomorrow, and what's one more trip in to see santana bite the big one.
By RG on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
hey jb.
you're my sunshine.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Haha, there's the Rue we all know. Be nice.
I think we just might not have movie night this week. The B's are going tomorrow too.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Have fun, Rue. We'll talk to you soon.
Thanks Shaun . . . I told you it was better than working.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Top 8th:
- Schneider strikes out swinging. 1 out.
Boyer coming in to pitch. 4 outs for Ohman, 3 of them K's. Can't complain about that.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Top 8th, cont:
- Tatis flies out to right. 2 out.
- Reyes singles to right.
- Castillo grounds out to third. 3 out.
That's the first base runner the Braves have allowed since the first. No harm though. 18 straight scoreless innings for the pen.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Top 9th:
- Wright grounds out to third. 1 out.
- Beltran singles to center.
- Church grounds into a fielder's choice. 2 out.
- Alou singles past short. Church to second.
- Delgado grounds out to first.
The Mets threatened but Acosta shut it down. Great game all around for the Braves. 19 straight scoreless innings for the Braves' bullpen now. A much deserved win for Tommy.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Sitting in my seat for game two. Tarp's on the field and the sky is threatening. Tornado warnings all around….should we really be here?
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Lovely weather here. Lots of lightning and rain…..don't know if baseball is happening tonight.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Bottom 1st, cont:
- Teixeira walks. Runners first and second.
- Johnson strikes out swinging. 2 out.
- Diaz grounds out back to Vargas. 3 out.
We left two, but we're on the board early.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
1-0 Braves after 2. Campillo's holding up well so far.
By Smitty on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Wierd day in Braves baseball. What with the weather (hail at my house), Campillo's first start, and Francoeur's streak of consecutive games broken.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
She's on her couch watching the game.
By Smitty on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
can she purchase this for me:
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By Colin on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Great set of games – glad to see us jump out to a 4-1 start on this stretch at home.
Positives from the day:
- Glavine and Gotay hurt their old team
- Braves played good fundamental baseball
- Bullpen continues to be great as of late
Negatives from the day:
- Francoeur's consecutive start streak snapped. I'm not sure what the deal is here, but we'll hope it's nothing to do with the foot he's been nursing.
—This is the part where Colin fell asleep mid-post. He's going to post it anyways, even though it's probably too late—