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2013 MLB Regular Season running thread

Discussion in 'Sports and News' started by Gehrig, Mar 30, 2013.

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  1. Dick Whitman

    Dick Whitman Well-Known Member

    For the most part, I mute the TV when I watch these days. I have two screaming kids and two barking dogs. I don't need Hawk added to that mix.
     
    Dick Whitman, Apr 25, 2013
    #709
  2. Dick Whitman

    Dick Whitman Well-Known Member

    Maybe it's been discussed here, but has anyone seen the ads - or watched the show itself - for MLB Network's Harold Reynolds-Brian Kenny debate show, "MLB NOW"? I don't know how the show itself plays out, but the commercials are an abortion. Basically, it's pitched as a clash between sabermetrics and "old-school," a clash that isn't really taking place any more. Both guys act out total stereotypes, as if they cribbed the working script from "Trouble With the Curve." What's more, it pits the nerdy analytics guy against the dumb jock, who also happens to be a black-skinned savage. Nice work.
     
    Dick Whitman, Apr 25, 2013
    #710
  3. JackReacher

    JackReacher Well-Known Member

    Actually, he'll probably wind up at Potomac, only to start 1-2. Then, Rizzo will have had enough, giving him his outright release. Within a week, he'll be working at the karaoke bar across the street from the stadium.

    The once mighty Stephen Strasburg, who couldn't hack it in the majors (or minors) will be serving me beers. I can't wait!
     
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    JackReacher, Apr 25, 2013
    #711
  4. JC

    JC Well-Known Member

    If Strasburg was a winner he would contribute offensively and help himself out a bit. He needs to learn to pitch to score better, you can only allow runs after you get a lead.
     
    JC, Apr 25, 2013
    #712
  5. JackReacher

    JackReacher Well-Known Member

    Strasburg won the Silver Slugger last year after hitting .277. His average has dropped to .250 this year, though. Not a good sign. Yet another reason he's not a winner. He'll be lucky if he doesn't find a red tag in his locker today.
     
    JackReacher, Apr 25, 2013
    #713
  6. 93Devil

    93Devil Well-Known Member

    Well, they did end last season on September 7th.
     
    93Devil, Apr 25, 2013
    #714
  7. Steak Snabler

    Steak Snabler Well-Known Member

    Shuuuut uuupp, Dorn ...
     
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    Steak Snabler, Apr 25, 2013
    #715
  8. 93Devil

    93Devil Well-Known Member

    Really? Savage?

    And, yes, there will always be a rift if a spreadsheet guys suggests a guy with a .378 OBP should pinch hit in the bottom of the ninth over a guy with a .350 OBP even though the rest of the team knows them .378 guy freezes up late in games and no chance of hitting 99 MPH heat over an outfielder's head.

    And since Strasburg hit .277 last year, shouldn't he have been one of their top pinch hitters? The spreadsheet says so, right?
     
    93Devil, Apr 25, 2013
    #716
  9. Dick Whitman

    Dick Whitman Well-Known Member

    Also known as traditional scouting and analytics working in tandem.
     
    Dick Whitman, Apr 25, 2013
    #717
  10. 93Devil

    93Devil Well-Known Member

    That's why I like OPS. Gives you a better idea of hitters who can drive the ball.
     
    93Devil, Apr 25, 2013
    #718
  11. Moderator1

    Moderator1 Moderator Staff Member

    Morris was 6-15 or something one year, 7-12 another. So my guess is he had a bad start or two.

    All the hype and then this? We seem to forget he was 15-6 and an All-Star last year.

    But you're right. Because winners win.

    Ruckus, as to your question, see my long post above. They're 10-11, not 5-16. They played .500 ball for seven weeks last year after a 14-4 start. And won 98 games. Mock them when they're .500 in August, not now. Around here, folks have adopted a simple mantra: Could be worse, we could be the Cubs.
     
    Moderator1, Apr 25, 2013
    #719
  12. Dick Whitman

    Dick Whitman Well-Known Member

    I'm joking.
     
    Dick Whitman, Apr 25, 2013
    #720
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