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QUOTE(witesoxfan @ May 31, 2005 -> 01:25 AM) I imagine it would be nearly impossible to acquire that much SP without just destroying your future. Gotta figure they will be firesaling around July 31 Which is why I'm convinced Beane silently hopes this team doesn't pull together a few win streaks and fall within 6-7 games of first place. Ackward position to find yourself in, especially if you're the general manager of a perennial playoff team. Of course you'd expect him to cheer the success of his franchise, but honestly, is it worth the risk trading for necessary pieces (likely offensive players) if the team is on the border between playoff hopefull and outside contention? Would Beane reserve enough faith in his team to turn themselves around in the second half and compete? Houston overcoming a 10 game deficit in the wild-card standings will haunt numerous GM"s these next few years. Every fanbase will now use it as an example for overcoming the odds. "We may be 10 games out of first/wildcard, but Houston did it last year, so we can too!!" Atheletics pull within 3-4 games of first, obviously their team has recovered well from early season injuries and offensive struggles. But does Beane forsake prospects or other valuable commodities for a second half push? He would almost have to. It would be an injustice to fans or his players not to consider it. Battling back from the cellar only to sit idle during the midseaon market would undoubtedly cause uproar. Well, not entirely. His loyal disciples will still take his back regardless of the situation.

Once I noticed 'HARDBALL TIMES' gracing this article's heading, I knew what to expect. "Billy Beane may be a genius...." only confirmed my suspicions. Nevertheless, it was an interesting read.

ESPN aired the 9th inning commentary from Brantley/Stone on Sporstcenter. While I dislike Brantley, he mirrored our sentiments of Guillen's questionable managerial moves today. Focus of the highlight was on Buehlre allowing two baserunners to reach, whereas Hermanson continued to warm in the bullpen. He appeared very pissed off glaring onto the field. Many people across the nation, if unaware before, treated themselves to quite the spectacle Ozzie, on occasion, may be. Guillen's "gut decisions" almost cost the team a victory yesterday.

QUOTE(Kalapse @ May 30, 2005 -> 09:08 PM) Why is this happening? Can anyone give me one good reason for why s*** like this has been happening so often lately. I'm generalizing here-- it could be different from what i've observed, but I've noticed the rehasing of old topics is common among members who've been here for awhile, don't post often, and usually browse just as infrequently. Who knows, perhaps they're impatient and unwilling to search for similar threads. Nothing against anyone who may do this. This honestly doesn't bother me. But you were looking for an explanation, and I provide answers for fellow chatroom members.

QUOTE(SoxFan101 @ May 30, 2005 -> 07:06 PM) and KC isnt really much worse than the A's hell they might be better until they trade Sweeney... they have had a lot of 1 run losses. How dare you suggest Kansas City may be better than Oakland.A'S HAVE SECURED THEIR FUTURE WITH STUD PITCHING PROSPECTS!!! "I can trade whomever I desire and my disciples will continue to worship me. Our current record is merely the result of bad luck. I've inserted individual career statistics and minor league pitching projections into my computer and it suggested our record will be 85-77. So obviously, we're due to folow this record." /daily Oakland jab completed

THIS IS THE WORST THING THAT COULD HAPPEN TO THIS CLUB. Now Ozzie will have an excuse to keep OMIT TIMO on the roster.

I recall another matchup Jurassic had against Shields where he couldn't make contact with fastballs right down the middle.

Two on, 0 outs. I'm still very disappointed, whether or not they rally, with our managing, defense, putrid offense this afternoon.

When not popping up or otherwise disgracing our club, he steals stolen bases from teammates. It's not his choosing, but whenever Crede bats, EVERYTHING goes awry on that field for our club.

ARE YOU f***ING KIDDING ME??? Jesus Christ, we're losing this game.

You just knew this inning wouldn't be easy. Ozzie removed Mark three batters too late. He NEVER should have started this inning. I don't trust Marte in this situation, either. Hermanson should be in this game NOW.

QUOTE(KevHead0881 @ May 30, 2005 -> 04:24 PM) Why? Buehrle's pitched well and his pitch count is still good. -4th time through the lineup for Angel hitters. -Last few innings, there have been 5 or 6 hard hit outs. His outting has been far from dominating. 1 out, runner on 1st, but it's still far from over.

QUOTE(fathom @ May 30, 2005 -> 04:22 PM) Buehrle still in the game. Molina has looked good at the plate vs him today. And this is the result--basehit. How did I predict this would happen? It's not really even a prediction anymore. More like a fact.

Whoever pitches the 9th, I believe it's a guarantee the Angels won't go down 1-2-3. Never happens during these close games. NEVER.

QUOTE(Brian @ May 30, 2005 -> 04:13 PM) I don't think I would mind either scenerio, Buehrle starting it with Dustin ready or Dustin starting it. If Buehlre starts the inning, he must be immediately removed if any runners reach base. If Buehlre gives up a HR either that ties the game or gives Angels the lead, you have to leave him in. Personally, I'm bringing in Hermanson for the 9th.

QUOTE(KevHead0881 @ May 30, 2005 -> 04:10 PM) I meant the excuse DJ made for pulling Frank. Yeah, DJ, as if the ball disappears any less against OMIT TIMO.

QUOTE(winninguglyin83 @ May 30, 2005 -> 04:09 PM) Molina, rivera, molina. who gets the ninth? Buehrle or Hermie? Make your call. I say Hermie. Again, Hermanson. Angels have hit Mark hard these last few innings. Long, deep flies.

QUOTE(fathom @ May 30, 2005 -> 04:05 PM) That was close, I thought it had a chance to get out. Marte should be in to face Anderson here. Buehlre luckily escaped this inning. Regardless of pitch count, Buehrle should not begin the 9th inning. 4th time around for these Angels, who have taken their hacks against Mark, spells trouble.

This matchup is bad. Politte should be in this game now. EDIT: Cabrera records a long out to Podsednik. Guillen remains on the bench.

QUOTE(winninguglyin83 @ May 30, 2005 -> 04:01 PM) way to piss off the kind of crowd we've been dreaming about. big inning, fellas. big inning, comin right up. Any runners reach, Ozzie needs to go to the pen. His "gut feeling" with leaving pitchers out too long has cost this team some wins recently.

QUOTE(Jabroni @ May 30, 2005 -> 03:57 PM) Timo in for Frank? Kill me now... Terrible move for Ozzie. Only excuse I'll accept is if Thomas' ankle is aching. Shadows creeping over home plate should not have dictated this PH role.

QUOTE(fathom @ May 30, 2005 -> 03:50 PM) We have got to retire Chone leading off next inning. Finley scares the crap out of me with how he's swinging now. That moment will dictate the remainder of this game. Retire Figgens, and at worst, it's a tie game if Finley jacks one. Figgens reaches, Ozzie may want to consider using Marte against Finley.

QUOTE(fathom @ May 30, 2005 -> 03:42 PM) This game has the worst vibe ever, correct? It's odd how this team performs against Washburn. As if, no matter how well we're hitting or poorly he's pitching, our offense only scratches across 3 runs. However, we'll need more than 3 tonight. I don't believe Buehlre or the pen will shut down the Angels from this point on. Every out recorded in the outfield by Rowand/Pods/Dye is crushed. Only a matter of time before one finds the seats.

QUOTE(JimH @ May 30, 2005 -> 03:40 PM) 38,000+ at the ballpark today. But is it soldout? Mariotti wants to know.

QUOTE(KevHead0881 @ May 30, 2005 -> 03:39 PM) You guys notice that the players that have been kinda s***ty for us this year (Dye, Crede, Konerko & Uribe at times) are always down 0-1 and/or 0-2 in the count? Whether the Bremuda Triangle takes their pitches or swing, they usually guess wrong. Swing first pitch, it's half a foot of the plate. Take first pitch, it's right down the middle. Both result in 0-1 counts.