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I Don’t Have The Will To Title This Game Thread
Written by Jonathan on May 31, 2008 – 3:13 pmIf it hasn’t been terribly apparent lately, I’ve been finding it increasingly difficult to write game threads. Wondering why? Well mainly because every Braves road game is the same. Play great all day long. Great starting pitching outings, solid defense for most of the game, but no run support. Then, late in the game (8th, 9th and 11th innings in 3 of the last 4 games), we give up silly runs and lose by 1. That’s how the season on the road is going. At home, the Braves are unstoppable. On the road, I’m pretty sure an infant girls softball team could beat us. The Braves are sporting an amazing 7-19 record on the road so far this season and how we still have a record over .500 is beyond me. I’ll always be a diehard Braves supporter until the end, don’t get me wrong, but something has to give here soon.
This afternoon, Jair Jurrjens takes the hill for the Braves trying to turn things around and get them going in the right direction. There’s still a chance to take this series from the Reds so let’s get it going. Hopefully Chipper Jones can shake off the rough night he had last night and get the hot bat going again. Go Braves!
Tags: Cincinatti Reds, Jair Jurrjens
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By Ashley on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Amen Jon. My feelings exactly lately bloggin while they’re on the road, it’s like pulling teeth.
By Susan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
I am feeling your frustrations too. I am hopeful that something will click and the braves can break out of this terrible routine but I don’t want to set myself up for a let down. But I will still hope. The odds are in our favor since this is technically a day game.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Hey Ashley/Susan . . . nothing can make my dad bad today . . . how’re you guys doing?
By Susan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
I am enjoying a great saturday afternoon watching baseball. The only thing I would change are the stupid Fox commentators.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Top 1st:
- Escobar flies out to center. 1 out.
- Johnson lines out to right. 2 out.
- Chipper singles to center.
- Teixeira singles to center.
- McCann grounds into a force out at second. 3 out.
I’m glad Chipper broke out of it early.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
You and me both. Charles and I are laying on the couches watching the game. Good saturday afternoon . . . it’s hot out though.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 1st:
- Hairston grounds out to second. 1 out.
- Bruce singles up the middle.
- Griffey homers to right. #599 career for Jr.
2-0 Reds.
What a way to start off your MLB career. Jay Bruce with 9 hits in his first 15 at-bats.
By Susan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
To quote that commercial – “is there anything better?”
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 1st, cont:
- Brandon Phillips tees off to left. Solo homer.
3-0 Reds.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
I don’t quite think people understood what I meant when I said I wanted to see something a little different today.
By Cameron on May 31, 2008 | Reply
get the damn ball down JJ
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
At least we have Leo Mazzone as part of the Fox broadcast team today. I like Leo a lot.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Going to make any of the FLA/PHI games this week, Susan?
By Colin on May 31, 2008 | Reply
This may be the longest post title ever.
I’m along for the ride. Let’s hope JJ is just having some Tom Glavine-ish first inning jitters.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 1st, cont:
- Dunn walks.
- Encarnacion strikes out swinging. 2 out.
- Votto walks.
- Ross walks. Bases loaded.
- Fogg grounds out to third. 3 out.
Tough first inning for Jurrjens.
By Susan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
This is not a good start for JJ (to say the least) Good play by Chipper to get out of it. Our bats need to wake up and get some of these runs back. C’mon!
Sadly, I don’t have any tickets for next week. (yet) Hopefully I will make it out to see a few. I’m excited to play FL. What about you, Jonathan?
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Why . . . is . . . Greg . . . Norton . . . in . . . the . . . . f’n . . . game??!!?! . . . . ?!?!?!?!?
By Colin on May 31, 2008 | Reply
It’s his bat. That .143 average is just so helpful.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
I originally was going to be in Minnesota for part of the week but it looks like that has fallen through so I should be there for most of them. If you need last minute tickets, let me know, I often have extras out of my 4.
By Colin on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Well he proved me wrong. I’m trash talking him the rest of the day.
By Susan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
well, that’s an excellent question but I’m not going to argue with that HR.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Top 2nd:
- Francoeur singles to center.
- Norton homers to right center.
3-2 Reds . . . I’ll take it, but I’m still not happy that Norton’s in.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
The terrible pronunciation of ‘Jurrjens’ by the broadcast team is killing me.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Top 2nd, cont:
- Blanco flies out to center. 1 out.
- Jurrjens grounds out to first. 2 out.
- Escobar grounds out to short. 3 out.
Well…..it’s a one-run game . . . we’re awesome in these I hear.
By Susan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Oh really? That’s awesome! Sorry to hear that your trip fell through. I just might have to take you up on your offer.
By Colin on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Jai-Jeer JurGens?
By Susan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Does Chipper realize that there is a hole in his glove?
I would rather watch the game on mute than listen to these idiots.
By Colin on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Now now, I’m enjoying Leo and his pitching analysis.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Yeah, I couldn’t agree more. It’s annoying.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 2nd:
- Hairston singles to left.
- Bruce singles to right.
- Griffey flies out to center. Hairston tags.
4-2 Reds.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Heh, don’t be sorry about it. It was a work trip. I’ll still have to go but probably a week later.
And yeah, just let me know. You have my email address.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 2nd, cont:
- Dunn walks intentionally.
- Encarnacion singles over short. Bruce in to score.
5-2 Reds.
Speaking of Bruce, he’s 10-16 on his short career so far now.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 2nd, cont:
- Votto walks intentionally. Bases loaded.
- Ross grounds into a force out at second. 3 out.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
thank god for the mute button.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Top 3rd:
- Johnson doubles to right.
- Chipper walks.
- Teixeira homers to straight away center.
5-5 Tie.
By Susan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
That was perfect. Perfect. Kelly leads off with a great hit. The pitcher is too chicken to give Chipper anything to hit and Teixeira cleans up. I love it.
By Colin on May 31, 2008 | Reply
You’re right on, Susan. That’s how the Chipper/Tex back-to-back is supposed to work.
By Cameron on May 31, 2008 | Reply
ya baby!
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Top 3rd, cont:
- McCann walks.
- Francoeur pops out to short. 1 out.
- Dunn flies out to left. 2 out.
- Blanco grounds out to first. 3 out.
Well, the offense is helping today at least.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Second time this road trip that Tex has made a team pay for walking Chipper.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 3rd:
- Fogg flies out to center. 1 out.
- Hairston grounds out to third. 2 out.
- Bruce flies out to left. 3 out.
Jurrjens needed that quick inning.
By Susan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
great hussle JJ!
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Top 4th:
- Jurrjens triples into the left field corner.
- Escobar grounds out to third. 1 out.
Fogg’s done.
By Akshay on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Hey guys, good to see something kind of go the Braves way…although I’m a little scared it’ll be 5-5 in the 8th and then…you know the rest
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
5-5 might as well be 0-0 . . . haha.
By Akshay on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Nice hit for Kelly.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Top 4th, cont:
- Johnson singles past first. Jurrjens scores.
6-5 Braves.
By Akshay on May 31, 2008 | Reply
1-0 Braves
By Colin on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Crazy to see Jurrjens leg out that triple. He wants to win.
By Colin on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Don’t know if you still have the game on Mute, but they just called Chipper Jones the greatest Atlanta Brave ever. Care to argue Murphey is better?
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Top 4th, cont:
- Chipper singles to short left. Johnson to second.
- Teixeira strikes out looking. 2 out.
- McCann strikes out swinging. 3 out.
We have a lead for the first time today.
By Rue Grant on May 31, 2008 | Reply
hey fools.
matty and i just got done with my jungle of a lawn. it only took 3 hours.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Nope. Chipper is the best Atlanta Braves player ever, I can’t argue that. Murphy’s definitely top 3 in my eyes though. Actually . . . 2nd.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Hey Rue . . . how goes it?
“Welcome to the Jungle!!!…..”
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Guess who saw Kerri Walsh this morning?! . . . this guy did!
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 4th:
- Griffey grounds out to first. 1 out.
- Phillips flies out to center. 2 out.
- Dunn flies out to left. 3 out.
Good to see Jurrjens getting back in control and saving some wear on the bullpen.
By Rue Grant on May 31, 2008 | Reply
did you get to touch her? and by touch her, i don’t mean anything dirty. i just mean shake her hand.
it’s ironic you say “welcome to the jungle” because matt got up in front of an entire bar last night and sang that karaoke-style with a band. it was impressive. i laughed really hard when some girl got up right in front of him on the stage and was trying to rip his clothes off.
i love my friends.
By Akshay on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Georgia took a 9-5 lead in Athens in their regional over Louisville. Tech plays Lipscomb after this game.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Yes, yes I did. Read my first post in this game thread……
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Escobar has been struggling at the plate lately . . . this would be a good spot to break that.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Top 5th:
- Francoeur grounds out to third. 1 out.
- Norton walks.
- Blanco walks.
- Jurrjens sac bunts the runners to second and third. 2 out.
- Escobar grounds back to the pitcher. 3 out.
We need those runs.
By BeachGaBulldog on May 31, 2008 | Reply
I have the MLB package, but since the Braves are one of the games on Fox, I am getting the Dodgers-Mets game. I know Leo was doing the Bravos today. Buck/McCarver are in N.Y.
The lack of run support from the bats, except for Chipper, has been ridiculous. I would rather lose 11-0, than lose 3-2.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Last I saw, the Mets were down 2-0, still the case?
By Akshay on May 31, 2008 | Reply
It seems like as lucky as Chipper is getting with the bat, he’s getting equally unlucky with the glove.
By Colin on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Walking away from the game to throw baseball in the front yard.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 5th:
- Encarnacion singles up the middle.
- Votto strikes out swinging. 1 out.
- Ross doubles down the left field line. Encarnacion to third.
- Andy Phillips walks. Bases loaded.
- Hairston singles to Yunel. Escobar misses the throw to second. Encarnacion scores. Still loaded.
6-6 Tie. Jurrjens is done.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Jay Bruce is the last person I want to see coming up with the bases loaded right now.
By Cameron on May 31, 2008 | Reply
oh Braves, sigh.
By Cameron on May 31, 2008 | Reply
cmon jay lets see a 4-6-3 DP
By Akshay on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Ring made up for last night with that double play.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Royce Ring in to pitch.
Bottom 5th, cont:
- Bruce grounds into the 4-6-3 to end the inning.
Good work Royce.
By Cameron on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Booooooooooooruce
By Cameron on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Ohman was the won who lost the game last night not Ring
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Bill Bray in to pitch for the Reds. Once again, I graduated high school with this guy….so let’s put some runs on the board against him. We haven’t done so in the 4 previous games yet.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Top 6th:
- Johnson strikes out swinging. 1 out.
- Chipper walks.
- Teixeira grounds into a force out at second. 2 out.
- McCann flies out to left. 3 out.
Well, so much for that idea.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 6th:
- Griffey doubles to right.
- Phillips grounds out to short. 1 out. Griffey to third.
- Dunn strikes out swinging. 2 out.
- Encarnacion flies out to center. 3 out.
Good inning for Ring to avoid the leadoff double.
By Rue Grant on May 31, 2008 | Reply
I’m honestly impressed with Royce Ring.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Top 7th:
- Francoeur homers to right center.
7-6 Braves.
By Susan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
yessss! 1-0 Braves
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
I like Ring as well.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Apparently we’re using the “relative scoring system” for the rest of this game.
By Rue Grant on May 31, 2008 | Reply
i like the relative scoring system. that’s why my softball team is currently 2-0.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Haha . . . I don’t think the system applies to your record
By Rue Grant on May 31, 2008 | Reply
fine.
you know, i’m doing some laundry, and i didn’t realize how trashed my house actually had become.
by the way, i’m probably coming over tonight. i don’t know yet what i’m doing though.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Top 7th, cont:
- Norton flies out to left. 1 out.
- Blanco reaches to second on a fielding error by Adam Dunn.
- Josh Anderson grounds out to second. Blanco to third. 2 out.
- Escobar walks.
- Johnson strikes out swinging. 3 out.
7th inning stretch. Let’s try to hold the lead this time.
By Susan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
The commentators are trying to win me over by talking sweet about Kelly. It almost worked.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
I’m doing laundry too and nursing my sore ribs but that’s another story for when you get here.
That’s fine . . . Charles is here hanging out now, I’m sure we could find something to get into
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Bennett in to pitch for the Braves.
Bottom 7th:
- Votto strikes out swinging. 1 out.
- Ross grounds out to third. 2 out.
- Valentin flies out to left. 3 out.
Good relief work for Bennett.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Haha, Susan . . . don’t fall into that trap….just wait until Leo laughs again.
By Rue Grant on May 31, 2008 | Reply
what did you do to your ribs? assault kerri and get nailed by security?
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
No . . . but I wish . . . had they not already been hurting, you never know what may have happened. Her husband is out of the country after all.
Would you have bailed me out of jail for that one? I have your back with Yunel after all.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Mike Lincoln on to pitch for the Reds.
Top 8th:
- Chipper grounds out back to the pitcher. 1 out.
- Teixeira flies out to left. 2 out.
- McCann grounds out to second.
Glad the game has sped up a little here. We’re almost at the 3 hour mark.
By Rue Grant on May 31, 2008 | Reply
of course i’d bail you out of jail for that. you only get to see kerri once a year. i get to see yunel all the time. however, the probability of you actually getting close is much higher than mine with yunel.
this is a good game.
its hot as heck in my house but i’m too cheap to turn on the AC.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
i want to go see her again tomorrow.
and thank you.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 8th:
- Hairston grounds out to second. 1 out.
Will Ohman in to pitch.
- Bruce walks.
- Griffey strikes out swinging. 2 out.
Blaine Boyer in to pitch.
- Phillips grounds out to Boyer. 3 out.
Good pitching by committee there.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Top 9th:
- Francoeur grounds out to short. 1 out.
- Gotay strikes out swinging. 2 out.
- Blanco strikes out looking. 3 out.
Come on Rafael . . . save opportunity.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Soriano throwing one to the screen a la Mark Wohlers.
By Colin on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Let’s pray Soriano can hold out…..
By Colin on May 31, 2008 | Reply
I pressed post on that last comment and he hit that ball just two inches short. Scared the crap out of me.
By Colin on May 31, 2008 | Reply
I’m making the 138.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 9th:
- Dunn walks. Freel on to run for him.
- Encarnacion strikes out. 1 out.
- Votto misses a home run by inches. Singles off the right field wall. Freel to third.
- Ross grounds out to Soriano. 2 out.
Freel scores. Bobby ejected arguing the call.
7-7 Tie.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Terrible work by Soriano in freezing the runner at third. Freel was halfway between third and home; you can’t just glance at him.
By Rue Grant on May 31, 2008 | Reply
grrrrr.
by the way, i have to shower and get out of here. someone was at my door and knocked and rang the bell 4 times. i’ve informed all my neighbors to call me before they come over if they’re going to. i need to get out of here.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Bottom 9th, cont:
- Janish strikes out swinging. 3 out.
Well, we’re 0-4 in extras this season….think we can change that?
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Um, shower here?
By Colin on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Tie game, Cox got thrown out arguing a tag at the plate. Replays showed he was probably safe.
Going to extras. 138 career ejections for Bobby.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
I’d like to see Anderson stealing here.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Wasted at-bat there for Escobar. I disagree with how that was played.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Top 10th:
- Anderson singles to left.
- Escobar strikes out looking. 1 out.
- Johnson strikes out swinging. 2 out.
- Anderson steals second.
- Chipper walks intentionally.
- Teixeira lines out to center. 3 out.
:-/
By Colin on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Bleh. I’m leaving for ribs and a movie with my roommates. It’s birthday dinner for Lance.
By Akshay on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Cameron:
http://scores.espn.go.com/mlb/boxscore?gameId=280530117
Ohman pitched in the seventh, didn’t get anywhere near the end of the game on Friday night. Ring started the 11th and did not record a single out.
By Jonathan on May 31, 2008 | Reply
Acosta on to pitch.
Bottom 10th:
- Hairston strikes out looking. 1 out.
- Bruce with the walk-off solo shot.
Braves lose 8-7.
Reread the game thread . . . this is the crap I’m talking about.
By Akshay on May 31, 2008 | Reply
At least Tech has a good chance to win in Athens, unfortunately, the announcer on the radio is ridiculously annoying, and I don’t get CSS
By Ashley on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Amen Jon. My feelings exactly lately bloggin while they're on the road, it's like pulling teeth.
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I am feeling your frustrations too. I am hopeful that something will click and the braves can break out of this terrible routine but I dont want to set myself up for a let down. But I will still hope. The odds are in our favor since this is technically a day game.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Hey Ashley/Susan . . . nothing can make my dad bad today . . . how're you guys doing?
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Top 1st:
- Escobar flies out to center. 1 out.
- Johnson lines out to right. 2 out.
- Chipper singles to center.
- Teixeira singles to center.
- McCann grounds into a force out at second. 3 out.
I'm glad Chipper broke out of it early.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
You and me both. Charles and I are laying on the couches watching the game. Good saturday afternoon . . . it's hot out though.
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
To quote that commercial – "is there anything better?"
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I don't quite think people understood what I meant when I said I wanted to see something a little different today.
By Colin on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
This may be the longest post title ever.
I'm along for the ride. Let's hope JJ is just having some Tom Glavine-ish first inning jitters.
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
This is not a good start for JJ (to say the least) Good play by Chipper to get out of it. Our bats need to wake up and get some of these runs back. C'mon!
Sadly, I don't have any tickets for next week. (yet) Hopefully I will make it out to see a few. I'm excited to play FL. What about you, Jonathan?
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Why . . . is . . . Greg . . . Norton . . . in . . . the . . . . f'n . . . game??!!?! . . . . ?!?!?!?!?
By Colin on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
It's his bat. That .143 average is just so helpful.
By Colin on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Well he proved me wrong. I'm trash talking him the rest of the day.
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
well, that's an excellent question but I'm not going to argue with that HR.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Top 2nd:
- Francoeur singles to center.
- Norton homers to right center.
3-2 Reds . . . I'll take it, but I'm still not happy that Norton's in.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
The terrible pronunciation of 'Jurrjens' by the broadcast team is killing me.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Top 2nd, cont:
- Blanco flies out to center. 1 out.
- Jurrjens grounds out to first. 2 out.
- Escobar grounds out to short. 3 out.
Well…..it's a one-run game . . . we're awesome in these I hear.
By Susan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Oh really? That's awesome! Sorry to hear that your trip fell through. I just might have to take you up on your offer.
By Colin on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Now now, I'm enjoying Leo and his pitching analysis.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Yeah, I couldn't agree more. It's annoying.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Heh, don't be sorry about it. It was a work trip. I'll still have to go but probably a week later.
And yeah, just let me know. You have my email address.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Bottom 2nd, cont:
- Dunn walks intentionally.
- Encarnacion singles over short. Bruce in to score.
5-2 Reds.
Speaking of Bruce, he's 10-16 on his short career so far now.
By Colin on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
You're right on, Susan. That's how the Chipper/Tex back-to-back is supposed to work.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Top 4th:
- Jurrjens triples into the left field corner.
- Escobar grounds out to third. 1 out.
Fogg's done.
By Akshay on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Hey guys, good to see something kind of go the Braves way…although I'm a little scared it'll be 5-5 in the 8th and then…you know the rest
By Colin on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Don't know if you still have the game on Mute, but they just called Chipper Jones the greatest Atlanta Brave ever. Care to argue Murphey is better?
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Nope. Chipper is the best Atlanta Braves player ever, I can't argue that. Murphy's definitely top 3 in my eyes though. Actually . . . 2nd.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Hey Rue . . . how goes it?
"Welcome to the Jungle!!!….."
By Rue Grant on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
did you get to touch her? and by touch her, i don't mean anything dirty. i just mean shake her hand.
it's ironic you say "welcome to the jungle" because matt got up in front of an entire bar last night and sang that karaoke-style with a band. it was impressive. i laughed really hard when some girl got up right in front of him on the stage and was trying to rip his clothes off.
i love my friends.
By Akshay on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
It seems like as lucky as Chipper is getting with the bat, he's getting equally unlucky with the glove.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Bill Bray in to pitch for the Reds. Once again, I graduated high school with this guy….so let's put some runs on the board against him. We haven't done so in the 4 previous games yet.
By Rue Grant on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I'm honestly impressed with Royce Ring.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Apparently we're using the "relative scoring system" for the rest of this game.
By Rue Grant on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
i like the relative scoring system. that's why my softball team is currently 2-0.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Haha . . . I don't think the system applies to your record
By Rue Grant on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
fine.
you know, i'm doing some laundry, and i didn't realize how trashed my house actually had become.
by the way, i'm probably coming over tonight. i don't know yet what i'm doing though.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Top 7th, cont:
- Norton flies out to left. 1 out.
- Blanco reaches to second on a fielding error by Adam Dunn.
- Josh Anderson grounds out to second. Blanco to third. 2 out.
- Escobar walks.
- Johnson strikes out swinging. 3 out.
7th inning stretch. Let's try to hold the lead this time.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I'm doing laundry too and nursing my sore ribs but that's another story for when you get here.
That's fine . . . Charles is here hanging out now, I'm sure we could find something to get into
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Haha, Susan . . . don't fall into that trap….just wait until Leo laughs again.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Mike Lincoln on to pitch for the Reds.
Top 8th:
- Chipper grounds out back to the pitcher. 1 out.
- Teixeira flies out to left. 2 out.
- McCann grounds out to second.
Glad the game has sped up a little here. We're almost at the 3 hour mark.
By Rue Grant on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
of course i'd bail you out of jail for that. you only get to see kerri once a year. i get to see yunel all the time. however, the probability of you actually getting close is much higher than mine with yunel.
this is a good game.
its hot as heck in my house but i'm too cheap to turn on the AC.
By Colin on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Let's pray Soriano can hold out…..
By Colin on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I'm making the 138.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Terrible work by Soriano in freezing the runner at third. Freel was halfway between third and home; you can't just glance at him.
By Rue Grant on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
grrrrr.
by the way, i have to shower and get out of here. someone was at my door and knocked and rang the bell 4 times. i've informed all my neighbors to call me before they come over if they're going to. i need to get out of here.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Bottom 9th, cont:
- Janish strikes out swinging. 3 out.
Well, we're 0-4 in extras this season….think we can change that?
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
I'd like to see Anderson stealing here.
By Colin on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Bleh. I'm leaving for ribs and a movie with my roommates. It's birthday dinner for Lance.
By Akshay on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Cameron:
http://scores.espn.go.com/mlb/boxscore?gameId=280530117
Ohman pitched in the seventh, didn't get anywhere near the end of the game on Friday night. Ring started the 11th and did not record a single out.
By Jonathan on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
Acosta on to pitch.
Bottom 10th:
- Hairston strikes out looking. 1 out.
- Bruce with the walk-off solo shot.
Braves lose 8-7.
Reread the game thread . . . this is the crap I'm talking about.
By Akshay on Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
At least Tech has a good chance to win in Athens, unfortunately, the announcer on the radio is ridiculously annoying, and I don't get CSS