IlliniKrush

WHITE SOX WINNER

QUOTE(santo=dorf @ May 6, 2005 -> 09:23 PM) Why isn't Pods in CF tonight instead of Timo? He's "clutch" f*** i don't know, makes no sense.

Timo's just terrible, why not put Rowand in as a defensive replacement?

TIMO YOU f***

2 outs

I don't.

QUOTE(ottawa_sox @ May 6, 2005 -> 09:16 PM) I don't consider Everett slow. And all he has to do is get it by the pitcher. I have more faith in him accomplishing that then driving the ball to the outfield. I have faith in him to do nothing, and i think i have support for my faith.

Marte still in.

QUOTE(ottawa_sox @ May 6, 2005 -> 09:13 PM) But the point is which is easier. What percentage of attempted 'well hit fly balls' never reach there destination. It should be easier to put the ball on the ground. Of course the hitter's skillset enters into the equation. And Timo is a good bunter. No it's not "which is easier." It's completely "which has the better chance of scoring the run"

I don't know about that one, looked safe from that view

QUOTE(CWSGuy406 @ May 6, 2005 -> 09:12 PM) Damn, I didn't start Brad Penny today. He dominated again. Wow, nice bounce for Iguchi. Double good move by Ozzie to bring in Hermy for the ninth. After all, I need someone to get some saves more by 8th place team... Oops

^^^

Dustin warming up.

QUOTE(Jabroni @ May 6, 2005 -> 09:08 PM) I hate that crap. So slow on the updates at the Cell. And they don't even have to worry about outs, runners, etc. It's really pathetic. It's usually updated after a complete inning or inning and a half. Pay me 5 bucks a game and i'd do it from my seat, how hard can it be?

QUOTE(ottawa_sox @ May 6, 2005 -> 09:03 PM) I feel like the devil's advocate. I for one like the decisision making of Timo. He just didn't execute. Shouldn't it be easier to get a ball down on the ground by drag bunting like he attempted than to drive a ball into the outfield? And I also stand by Ozzie's feel for when to go to the pen. We are 21 and 7, with a lead in the 8th of game 29. Drag bunt with Carl on 3rd doesn't guarantee you score the run. Well hit fly ball does.

QUOTE(CWSGuy406 @ May 6, 2005 -> 09:03 PM) What does everyone think about the scoreboards on the rightfield and leftfield walls? They're too flashy for me, but that's kind of cool how they have the diamond there that shows runners on base... At leas they are updated...the US Cellular Field scores get updated about 5 times per game....max.

QUOTE(CWSGuy406 @ May 6, 2005 -> 09:02 PM) LOL! I must say, I've liked the way Ozzie has used the bullpen, as far as playing the matchups, and not going with Shingo just because 'he's the closer'. But the last two El Duque starts, IMO, Ozzie has pitched Orlando one inning too long in each start. Those add up -- they might not hurt you now, but they aren't needed for a pitcher who doesn't has a great track record when it comes to durability. Agreed. What he's done with/without Shingo has made sense most of the time. But he's left El Duque and contreras in too long in many starts. It's not only injuries - but performance based too...their last inning has usually been pretty shaky, IIRC. Also...DJ what the f*** is a "bounder"...

The best part about not disrupting the vibes of the offense is that the lineup as a whole isn't hitting anyway! It'd be one thing if they were all lighting it up...MAYBE you'd agree with batting timo 5th this game. But guys are sucking all over the place. What's the difference if they are batting in a different spot in the order? I'd love to Ozzie contest this.

Dear Ozzie, Hernandez qualifies for the win now. I promise. Seriously, i'm not lying. He can get the win, trust me on this one. You can now use your bullpen. Signed, Baseball Logic

YESSSSSSSSSS

QUOTE(Jabroni @ May 6, 2005 -> 08:55 PM) Timo just blew the W for El Duque. :puke So ozzie should leave him in

Pitch of the game possibly right here.

I don't understand that bunt right there at all. Not even the execution. Runner not moving, on astroturf (ball gets to fielder quicker), slow runners on...it makes no sense.

QUOTE(Fotop @ May 6, 2005 -> 08:52 PM) Anyone think I'm crazy to have Timo squeeze here? He has proved he's pretty good at buntig down the first base line. And I'm not talking suicide squeeze.... It'd HAVE to be suicide though, carl could get thrown out at home pretty easily on a non-perfect bunt f*** HE POPS IT UP

QUOTE(CWSGuy406 @ May 6, 2005 -> 08:51 PM) Brian, you think El Duque can pitch the 8th? I mean, he's only at 114 pitches... Oh totally...he looks strong...he's durable...our pen sucks...they are tired... anything else i'm missing?