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QUOTE(SpringfieldFan @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 10:43 AM) Thanks for the stats and insights, everyone. Like I said, I didn't know his postseason history (I don't follow the Yankees) other then coffeepot talk. Therefore, I didn't know if his playoff numbers were just from a "small sample size" and he just happened to be hot at the right time. However, he has logged 100+ postseason innings so his numbers are worthwhile. Now, his age and health might be other issues, but the history sure paints a promising picture. Now this begs another question: What is it about the postseason that makes him improve? Is there a magic button that he only pushes when October approaches? Why can't he push it from April through August? SFF Hmmm ... just a guess, but I'd have to say .... adrenaline?

QUOTE(Steff @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 10:43 AM) I think he's calling 101 a douche bag. You're probably right. I interpretted it wrong. Thanx.

QUOTE(Stocking @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 10:39 AM) Douche bag. Douche bag? Because he made a connection with the only player on the team from his home country over a period of months? WTF do you expect?

QUOTE(daa84 @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 10:33 AM) ah thanks for clearin that up No charge.

You can only get so many of those 13-2 wins, though. This team has been more consistant in scoring runs on a daily basis as opposed to those teams.

QUOTE(Chuck's cuz @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 08:30 AM) Hello, I'm Stephanie, Charlie's cousin. I can do my best to try to get you a photo..we havenm't seen him in awhile, but when I do, I can try to get a pic, and send it to you. I also have one of his baseball cards where he is dressed in his White socks gear. Let me know... White socks gear?

QUOTE(Chuck's cuz @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 08:26 AM) Hello all. I am Stephanie. Chuck Haeger is my lovable little cousin. Anything and everything you want to know..ask! I will try my best to answer...as long as it's not too personal! He would not like that...Anyhow, hope to hear from some... Another Stephanie ?!?!?!? Oh Hell.

So that's what's wrong with Stienbrenner!

QUOTE(Dick Allen @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 10:19 AM) I think he started out 8-0 in the postseason. IIRC he is now 9-3. That's when he was a far more effective pitcher during the regular season. El Duque is nowhere close to a sure win in the playoffs even with healthy. He is also far from a sure thing even being available to pitch in the playoffs. We'll see how he does this weekend. People are calling it a playoff atmosphere. If you expect him to get bombed this weekend, you shouldn't expect anything else come October. I know the scenario is different, but in April he pitched great against the Twins ... and that was considered a big game at the time. He stepped up then, maybe he can still do so. We'll see on Saturday, I guess.

QUOTE(southsider2k5 @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 10:19 AM) With the way Frank was swinging the bat in the clutch, this could be a blessing in disguise. Yep. Frank's not even close to being 'right'. Whether it's his ankle or rust that's causing it, we can't afford his lack of production. If it's rust, put him back on the DL and let him shake it off in Charlotte on another rehab. Gload, at this point in time will contribute much more than Frank.

QUOTE(daa84 @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 06:50 AM) who copied and pasted? or asked for a copy and paste? It was done and has been deleted.

If we trade Contreras for Burnett, we CAN'T flip him for Wagner. We'd be back in the 5th starter black hole.

QUOTE(DBAH0 @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 08:08 AM) Opposing GM's apparently will just not work with him at all because of his demands. Really got feel sorry for Lou Piniella. He can't even deal with the Mtes anymore, now that Minaya is there.

QUOTE(daa84 @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 08:14 AM) if KW is gonna get perez, the key to the deal is to get him before teh other teams nab burnett. once burnett goes, say to the bosox, the orioles rangers yankees etc are all gonna shift their attention to other players such as perez, and feeling the pressure a team like the Os will certainly overpay to get him. if KW doenst intend to land burnett, hes gotta nab who he does wanna get quickly before other teams enter teh bidding Which is exactly why the Dodgers won't agree to a trade until that scenario plays out.

QUOTE(Allsox @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 10:04 AM) You guys are all absolutely right about the morons called Red Sox Nation! Last yr, I went to all 3 games vs Boston and these clowns would always stand up and cheer for Manny just for taking his spot in RF between innings....I swear, if he had taken a dump in front of them, they would have done the same thing Then ... you have those fans that don't know the difference between RF and LF.

QUOTE(southsideirish71 @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 09:24 AM) Well please enlighten me. Show me in any set of stats how our offense doesnt suck. Last in just about every category except homers and runs. How about runs scored? We are 6th in the AL. That's not great, but it is middle of the pack ... which doesn't suck. You asked for one stat, you got it. That happens to be the most important offensive stat of all. I know you said 'except runs" ... but really .. what else matters?

QUOTE(Allsox @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 09:54 AM) I caught the last part....Mostly Aaron talking about how Ozzie is the leader and that they just have to forget last night's game cuz they have another one to play tonight....Wish half the board understood that :banghead Amen!

QUOTE(Texsox @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 07:22 AM) Well, I hope Neil Young will remember a southern man don't need him around anyhow. Watergate does not bother me. Does your conscience bother you?

QUOTE(Texsox @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 07:26 AM) If we freely give up all our rights and liberties, the terrorists can't take them away. They do this s*** to American citizens ... but they won't secure the damn borders. :headshake

QUOTE(Texsox @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 07:24 AM) Looking past the words, I hear -- Gee, I'd like to play the minimum number of games to be ready for the playoffs. Sounds like my kind of gig. Ya, but he'll probably get pissed that the team votes him a half share.

QUOTE(Steve9347 @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 01:35 AM) Sidney Crosby would be a monster for this club, but he'll end up magically going to the rangers when they magically win the lottery. That's my prediction as well. Shades of the first NBA lottery with Patrick Ewing at stake.

Here's an interesting little note:

QUOTE(Texsox @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 05:12 AM) Repeat. But thanks for giving it the old College try Sorry, but I'm not going to reread 18 pages of cliches just to check whether one is a repeat. But since you emphasized 'old" ... Old Man, take a look at my life. I'm a lot like you.

War! What is it good for?

QUOTE(The Ginger Kid @ Jul 22, 2005 -> 02:46 AM) Like a tool? Oh, don't be so freakin' obvious!