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QUOTE(whitesoxfan101 @ Apr 2, 2007 -> 10:53 PM) I didn't see him throw a single fastball that wasn't either a foot out of the zone or right down the middle. Jose's whole game is based on arm angles and location, and both of them were off today, which is why the lower back idea came into my mind. If you watched Jose last year, you'd know his fastball altered between the high 80's and low 90's almost all year (I do, I charted a few of his games even early in the year, during the streak). He simply had no location of anything, which means he either thought he was on the Yankees again, had one epic bad day, or isn't healthy. I just went back and checked a few games from the beginning of last season (pre injury). The best indicator was the April 29th game @ Anaheim, the FSN West gun had him throwing 94-95 and Kelvim Escobar at 91-92. So yeah before Contreras went on the DL at the start of May last season he was throwing in the mid 90's and most of those were coming from the dropped down arm slot. I don't remember him topping 93 today, a Contreras sitting at 89-90 MPH is not going to fool anyone no matter what angles he's throwing at you. I'm just hoping he had some bad seafood before the game today.

QUOTE(Melissa1334 @ Apr 2, 2007 -> 07:21 PM) ha. he probably could too but hes so valuable coming off the bench. how about someone like ronnie belliard? i liked him a lot when he played with cle. Ronnie Belliard is a step away from being out of baseball, by next year you may never hear his name again. Good riddance.

QUOTE(whitesoxfan101 @ Apr 2, 2007 -> 10:35 PM) His stuff was fine but his release was a little off, causing the control issues IMO. That is a sign the lower back is still a problem (also IMO), which is a big problem. I'm not too worried overall since he sabotaged the game by himself, nobody else looked awful or anything (not even Masset, just was a bit nervous). When the Cell gun and the Comcast gun have Jose clocked in the high 80's and low 90's, his stuff is not fine. He didn't get a single fastball past a hitter today, that's a pretty clear indication of s*** stuff to me.

IMO, Stoney and Singleton were the one bright spot in today's game. I think today proved that Singleton actually has some potential as an announcer and Farmer is holding him back at this point. He seemed more relaxed with Stoney, they were interacting well and Singleton was actually providing some solid commentary. I think Chris just gets a little uneasy around Farmer. If the Sox went to a permanent booth of Singleton/Stone, I'd never listen to Hawk again.

QUOTE(Balta1701 @ Apr 2, 2007 -> 07:43 PM) That could always just be a function of the fact taht Dye only hit 3rd for less than a month. There was an implication that Dye had a good amount of his success from last season in the 3 hole when that just is not true. I'd have Dye batting 3rd but what the hell do I know?

QUOTE(Melissa1334 @ Apr 2, 2007 -> 07:35 PM) i dont get why ozzie insists on keeping the lineup the same. if its a lefty pitchin, dye should be batting 3rd, if its a righty, then dye. or u could just leave dye batting 3rd, he did it last yr. apparently he didnt do to bad. Last year Dye was actually better hitting 4th or 5th than he was hitting 3rd.

QUOTE(WCSox @ Apr 2, 2007 -> 04:58 PM) That's because he kept falling behind in the count, was forced to throw it, and the hitters knew exactly what was coming. I have no idea if he's playing through an injury or not, but it would seem strange that his back would act up so early in the season. And his stuff was fine (speed, movement), so I wouldn't say that he's "done" just yet. He's only under contract for one more year. Why do I even make the Contract Sheet if no one is going to use it?

QUOTE(Jimbo @ Apr 2, 2007 -> 04:10 PM) I saw the rules, this performance by Steve should not be tolerated. when can i start the game thread, just lock me on for it. You can go ahead and start it Wednesday morning at midnight.

Comcast sent out $50 vouchers for MLB.tv today. Just got mine in the mail.

Cotts in for the Cubs.

Why did this oaf make the team again? NO control.

8 more solo HRs and we have ourselves a ballgame.

QUOTE(fathom @ Apr 2, 2007 -> 02:14 PM) Where were the Indians ranked in runs scored last year? Also, I've said this all along, but Masset will be back in AAA by June. They had 870, second in baseball behind the Yankees.

If anyone wants to watch some good baseball, the Tigers and Blue Jays are tied at 3 in the 8th. Zumaya Vs Big Hurt. Fun.

This is so god damn depressing.

QUOTE(zenryan @ Apr 2, 2007 -> 02:00 PM) not responsible for the way he pitched but we all know it was a mistake making Jose the number 1. Speak for yourself.

QUOTE(zenryan @ Apr 2, 2007 -> 02:00 PM) not responsible for the way he pitched but we all know it was a mistake making Jose the number 1. Speak for yourself.

QUOTE(zenryan @ Apr 2, 2007 -> 01:57 PM) lol, way to go Oz! way to make Jose the Opening Day starter!! woooohoooo Even I'm not blaming ozzie for this one, this is on Contreras' head.

QUOTE(longshot7 @ Apr 2, 2007 -> 01:53 PM) is this Wrongey or Steve Stone on commentary? It's Stoney. He and Singleton have been the only good thing about this game thus far.

QUOTE(fathom @ Apr 2, 2007 -> 01:46 PM) I thought both pitchers were throwing in the 91 mph range. All you have to do is judge the swing that the players are taking. This is horrific though....spring training has carried over. Honestly, I almost hope he is throwing 91 because if he is throwing in the mid 90's there's something seriously wrong with the Count. His fastball has no life what so ever and is easily his most hittable pitch.

Ugh, Konerko has to pick that, it's an absolute must.

The ball is carrying like crazy today.

QUOTE(fathom @ Apr 2, 2007 -> 01:37 PM) Oh yeah....he's more much on my good list than Pods is. Agreed.

If you're going to go to a baseball game, you should really learn to judge fly balls.

Seriously though, if Erstad wants to produce this season. I will be more than willing to embrace his pasty white albino self.