ABREU IS IN THE TWO HOLE TONIGHT!!!!!!!!!

 

https://twitter.com/whitesox/status/733738256630702080

 

People forget: we did do this last year. Robin is not as stubborn as some in MLB, though at times it doesnt seem that way.

Edited May 20, 20169 yr by Jose Paniagua

ABREU IS IN THE TWO HOLE TONIGHT!!!!!!!!!

 

https://twitter.com/whitesox/status/733738256630702080

 

People forget: we did do this last year. Robin is not as stubborn as some in MLB, though at times it doesnt seem that way.

In 32 AB Rollins is hitting .452/.500/.710 with 2 HR against Gee. He really should be in the lineup over Saladino.

Eaton

Abreu

Frazier

Cabrera

Lawrie

Garcia

Avila

Jackson

Saladino

 

 

This is a different lineup. I like it and we'll see how it goes tonight.

Love it. Good job Robin.

Eaton

Abreu

Frazier

Cabrera

Lawrie

Garcia

Avila

Jackson

Saladino

 

 

This is a different lineup. I like it and we'll see how it goes tonight.

 

Honestly it just makes sense. Eaton getting stranded after that leadoff triple is a perfect example of why it's pointless to waste an out in the two-hole. As good as he is at getting to scoring position on his own, let's just maximize the at bats with our best hitters after him.

In 32 AB Rollins is hitting .452/.500/.710 with 2 HR against Gee. He really should be in the lineup over Saladino.

 

I don't mind it. Putting the best defense possible behind Q against the slap hitting contact oriented Royals isn't a bad idea. RV has showed me more tactical smarts this year then I think the previous four combined. Still pissed about putting on that bunt sign the other week and a few other questionable moves, but at least occasionally he's doing smart stuff.

Honestly it just makes sense. Eaton getting stranded after that leadoff triple is a perfect example of why it's pointless to waste an out in the two-hole. As good as he is at getting to scoring position on his own, let's just maximize the at bats with our best hitters after him.

Agreed but Abreu even had a downright awful at bat. I like getting three of my best hitters up in the first right away.

I don't mind it. Putting the best defense possible behind Q against the slap hitting contact oriented Royals isn't a bad idea. RV has showed me more tactical smarts this year then I think the previous four combined. Still pissed about putting on that bunt sign the other week and a few other questionable moves, but at least occasionally he's doing smart stuff.

 

Yeah. Bunting has been the one thing that ills me especially where we've had a few times where we've picked up the bunt and then got a base hit. I really feel like considering our base running it's better to accept that bunting is not dangerous except by eaton.

Eaton

Abreu

Frazier

Cabrera

Lawrie

Garcia

Avila

Jackson

Saladino

 

 

This is a different lineup. I like it and we'll see how it goes tonight.

 

I've been championing having Abreu be in the two hole for the longest f***ing time. Hopefully this is permanent.

 

To optimize the lineup even more Robin needs to switch Melky and Frazier, because in an optimized lineup the cleanup spot is the second most important spot in a lineup (after the two hitter) because it's where you put your best power hitter and you want your three hitter to be someone who makes consistent contact.

 

This lineup just made Eaton better, it puts Abreu in a position to succeed and he'll be getting more PAs because of this.

 

In the word(s) of Rick Flair: WOO

 

I'm Daniel Bryan pumped.

I dislike the Royals almost as much as I dislike the Packers & Lions. Taking this series would be great.

Abreu hasn't exactly been the king of productive ABs lately. I wonder if this is Robin trying to change his. Ideally, Melky came here to be the #2 hitter, I would have tried him there next.

In 32 AB Rollins is hitting .452/.500/.710 with 2 HR against Gee. He really should be in the lineup over Saladino.

 

Stop using sense to support your argument

Eaton

Abreu

Frazier

Cabrera

Lawrie

Garcia

Avila

Jackson

Saladino

 

 

This is a different lineup. I like it and we'll see how it goes tonight.

 

Honestly, the only thing I would change is having Melky hit 3rd in front of Frazier, but otherwise I like it.

Honestly, the only thing I would change is having Melky hit 3rd in front of Frazier, but otherwise I like it.

That and I'd have Avi ahead of Lawrie because he's been a lot better and get his power up the lineup.

Saw this:

 

@DCameronFG 2016 complete games, team leaderboard:

 

1. SFG, 3

1. Chris Sale, 3

3. LAD, 2

3. BOS, 2

5. Lots of teams, 1.

10 years ago today I was at the Sox/Cubs game with the AJ/Barrett fight.

 

Tonight, I will be back again for my 4th game this year. Might be my 3rd time seeing Quintana already.

That and I'd have Avi ahead of Lawrie because he's been a lot better and get his power up the lineup.

 

Ya I would probably agree with you there

Ya I would probably agree with you there

Boy I didn't think I would say that three weeks ago. Key for me is to see how Avi deals with another cold streak.

I'll say it...Happy Jose Quintana Day!!

 

 

Here's KCs Lineup

 

#Royals vs LHP Quintana:

Escobar SS

Cain CF

Hosmer 1B

Morales DH

Perez C

Gordon LF

Cuthbert 3B

Infante 2B

Orlando RF

 

Edited May 20, 20169 yr by SouthSideSale

Abreu batting second?

 

So weird.

Abreu batting second?

 

So weird.

 

Not really, gets him more PA and also lets him bat without Rollins or Jackson making an automatic out after Eaton gets on.

Eaton

Abreu

Frazier

Cabrera

Lawrie

Garcia

Avila

Jackson

Saladino

 

 

This is a different lineup. I like it and we'll see how it goes tonight.

 

At least Robin realized our 2 hitters sucked. I actually like the idea of Melky in the 3 spot better. Frazier's better suited to hit cleanup.

At least Robin realized our 2 hitters sucked. I actually like the idea of Melky in the 3 spot better. Frazier's better suited to hit cleanup.

I'm fine with that too

Abreu batting second?

 

So weird.

 

Why? He batted second plenty last season.

It's the old Abreu will get more fastballs hitting 2nd argument...more pitches to hit with Eaton on base making the opposing pitcher a bit nervous.

 

Hopefully it jump starts his motor/muscle memory.

 

 

 

Most annoying fans in baseball:

 

1) Yankees

2) Red Sox

3) Cubs

4) Cardinals

 

Then there's a big fall off to anyone else. You don't often see people getting TOO upset by Angels, Dodgers or Mets' fans, even though those teams have relatively large fanbases, too. The Giants (and their fans)...well, they hate the Dodgers, but they're not necessarily an organization that people hate or detest on a national level.

Edited May 20, 20169 yr by caulfield12