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Ganesha (Sanskrit: गणेश; IAST: Gaṇeśa; listen (help·info)), also spelled Ganesa and Ganesh, also known as Ganapati (Sanskrit: गणपति, IAST: gaṇapati), Vinayaka (Sanskrit: विनायक; IAST: Vināyaka), and Pillaiyar (Tamil: பிள்ளையார்), is one of the deities best-known and most widely worshipped in the Hindu pantheon. His image is found throughout India and Nepal. Hindu sects worship him regardless of affiliations. Devotion to Ganesha is widely diffused and extends to Jains, Buddhists, and beyond India.
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By Mike1989 @ 2012-11-03 01:21:05
Links: en.wikipedia.org
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World-class cuisine: Fuel Co. lures Chicago chef
Travel does wonders for the palate. Dish just blew back into town from a few days of wining and dining in the magnificent Windy City.
Like Charlottesville, Chicago's booming. It seems everyone I met had just moved to or moved back to this metropolis, and new buildings like Frank Gehry's Pritzker Pavilion and the soon-to-rise Trump International Hotel and Tower by Adrian Smith (and spearheaded by last year's The Apprentice winner Bill Rancic), not to mention films like Wicker Park– named for one of the city's trendiest neighborhoods– are signs of how hot the chilly city is.
But I'm here to talk about food, and dinners at a few of Chicago's best restaurants– Avenues and the French Vietnamese Le Lan– amazed my eyes and taste buds with new culinary trends like savory ice-cream: foie gras with cinnamon ice-cream, a basil and parmigiano granita intermezzo, and a rocquefort (cheese!) mousse.
But not even my favorite concierge, Robert at The Peninsula, could get me into Tru on a Saturday night. Tru is the hottest of the hot, winner of both the 2004 Zagat and Chicago Magazine's "best Chicago restaurant" awards. Chefs Rick Tramonto and Gale Gand have wowed diners with their truly theatrical cuisine (i.e. a trio of tartares is served in a fishbowl containing a live beta), which doesn't come cheap. Prix fixe dinners can rise above $150 per person.
Which is why I'm glad to be home, especially now that chef Tim Hockett is here. Hockett recently left Tru's kitchen to become the executive chef at our very own Fuel Co. "In the same way the region is attracting national attention for its distinctive wines," Hockett says, "Fuel Co. hopes to draw recognition to Charlottesville dining."
He's well on his way. On a recent evening, Fuel's dining room was filled with diners from Richmond, D.C., and beyond. They must believe that Fuel is well worth the cost of the fuel it takes to get there.
Most entrees are at or under $20– even the seared halibut with pea tendrils, apple salad, and lemon verbena oil ($19), which is almost identical to an entrée I enjoyed at Avenues for around $40. And a glance at the $25 three-course pre-theater menu makes me wish I hadn't spent $68 for a comparable meal in Chicago.
Just last week, Fuel added a playful Sunday brunch to its lunch and dinner offerings. Entrees ($9) include the Dr. Seuss (three scrambled eggs, pesto, Virginia Ham, toast, and roasted potatoes) and griddled brioche toast with fresh berries and whipped cream. One good reason to stay home this weekend.
Learn to Cook - Down on Dave's Farm
Country mice with a culinary bent will be happy to know that Dave Matthews' Maple Hill Farm, a few miles north of Scottsville on Route 20, is transforming into a cooking school of sorts. The farm's new chef, Gail Hobbes-Page, will be leading a new series of cooking demonstrations in various locations on the vast property.
"I feel passionate about getting this food into people's mouths," she says. The first demo, which takes place on November 12 from 1 to 4pm, focuses on fall greens. The next, December 10, includes suggestions for "Holiday Giving Foods," and the theme for a planned January meeting is "Cooking for the New Year."
All demos are free, but don't be surprised if Hobbs-Page has you pick the greens in the field before she brings you to the barn to watch her cook 'em up in a variety of ways.
"I'm not afraid to get dirty," she says, "and I can make just about anything on my propane heater."
Fuel executive chef Tim Hockett and sous chef Joe Warker


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Edge Teapot / 139 eur
Designed by Stilleben
Enjoy your tea from Edge Teapot designed in beautiful terracotta. The outside has kept its original matt finish, while the inside is glazed to ensure a sturdy and water-resistant surface. The Edge series is inspired by an ancient Greek-Egyptian tradition for craftsmanship, which is reflected in the amphora inspired foot. The wooden handle and small brass elements contrast nicely with the red-brown terracotta. Not dishwasher safe.
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ØxH: 20x26 cm
800 ml
Item no. 1810455
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- WxDxH: 16,5x16,5x31 cm
Weight: 1 kg
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Proper usage and maintenance
Proper usage and maintenance is vital for getting the most out of the valuable resources we have. Our designs are made to last for generations, but just like everything else, they need a little care to get there.
Edge tableware is handmade from natural materials and burned at a high temperature. The color shade and surface of the product can vary from time to time. In that way each piece is totally unique.
Terracotta is a beautiful looking type of earthenware - in this case formed by high-fired clay. Terracotta means "baked earth" in Italian and the pottery technique can be traced all the way back to ancient Greece.
Cleaning and maintenance
The product requires a minimum of care. However, if necessary clean the product using lukewarm or soapy water and wipe with a dry cloth. Be aware that terracotta can be fragile, so take care when moving the item around.
This product is not dishwasher safe.
Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc, popular for its superb malleability, hardness, corrosion resistance and attractive appearance.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Brass will tarnish over time, especially if it is not kept dry. Find a suitable brass polish and clean the brass carefully without staining other materials.
Since brass can be quite susceptible to tarnish, small spots might already have occurred on the product when unpacking. These can easily be polished off.
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About the designer / Stilleben
Like the art phenomenon it derives its name from, the design duo Stilleben ('still life') represents a combination of elements that come together in a harmonious whole. Ditte Reckweg and Jelena Nordentoft have achieved the same harmonious resonance. The two ceramicists met at The Danish Design School, and shortly after graduation they had the idea for the shop Stilleben, which carries carefully selected craft and design objects for the table, the home and the wardrobe. Today, Stilleben is a trend-setting and internationally recognised gallery in the heart of Copenhagen, driven by a clear sense of aesthetic, quality and passion.


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Millis rallies around teen injured in ski accident
Taylor Sack keeping spirits up while recovering
The town of Millis is rallying around a local teen, who was severely injured in a ski accident late last month.
Taylor Sack could be paralyzed for life. But he's keeping his spirits up, thanks to the support of family and friends, one in particular.
For two years, 17-year-old April O'Connell and Taylor Sack have been inseparable, best friends and sweethearts.
"We do sports together, walk our dogs together, do our homework," said O'Connell.
It was just another day of togetherness with a group of friends, skiing on Wachusett Mountain when everything came apart.
"He fell and I got down the mountain and I saw him at the edge of the trail," said O'Connell. "I was holding his hand and he said 'this is really serious,'" she said.
It was serious. Sack was rushed to U-Mass Medical Center in Worcester, then to Boston Medical Center. After surgery to stabilize his back, the family got the news.
"His injury is T-4 and T-5, which takes all his mobility from the chest down," said Clay Sack, Taylor's father.
Taylor, a regular at the gym and a football player at Millis High School, was paralyzed. His family was stunned.
"You cry a lot, and then you realize that you have to pick up with what you have and move forward," said Sack.
Last week, Taylor was transferred to a rehabilitation facility in Atlanta.
On a Facebook page "Pray for Taylor" the 17-year-old wrote that he still had full movement of his arms and could occasionally feel pressure in his legs.
"I'd be freaking out if I didn't think he was going to walk again. I know he's going to walk again, and so does he," said O'Connell.
In Millis, the community is rallying around Taylor and his family with fundraisers and endless offers of support, from fixing the family car to replacing the boiler.
"Everyone starts to think about if it were their son or daughter. Even though he's not my son, my daughter's life has changed so much, too. It's not what you want to talk to your daughter about. We just wanted to do whatever we could," said Katie O'Connell, April's mother.
Clay Sack said the support has helped his family through the dark days.
"I crawled in that hole the first couple of days. But you have to come back out. We have. My family fights and Taylor will fight," Sack said.
The community has already raised almost $9,000 in donations.
For information on donations and fund-raising events, join the "Pray for Taylor" group on Facebook.
Upcoming events:
Saturday, March 16 Ryan Family Amusement Center
1170 Main St. Millis 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Sunday, March 17, Strides for Sack 5k
Veterans Memorial Bldg, Millis 9 a.m.


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Grant Funding
From PsychWiki - A Collaborative Psychology Wiki
Welcome to the wonderful (and routinely frustrating) world of grant funding! Although funding is critical to our professional lives, the first think you need to know is that information about grant funding is de-centralized and sometimes hard to find. So how can PsychWiki help? The unique ability of a wiki allows us to benefit from an accumulating compendium of grant information because anyone and everyone can add information to the webpages, and
The purpose of this section is to help you find what you are looking for and put you on the path to successfully finding, applying, and being awarded grants. After you have ventured out into the wide world of grant funding, come back and report what you know, so that everyone can start benefiting ....


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For general media inquiries about GiGi's Playhouse, invitations for appearances by GiGi and Nancy, and for information on how brands can connect with families nationwide: please contact email@example.com and someone will respond within one business day.
Check out GiGi's being featured on the Today show!
Natalie Bomke from Good Day Chicago stops by to learn about GiGiFIT and how important it is for individuals with Down syndrome!
Watch the video to see Nancy Stinger- Gianni and this amazing honor GiGi's Playhouse. Thank you to Ford Motor Company , Steve Harvey and Kym Whitley and the crew at Steve Harvey TV for recognizing Nancy and donating to this important international organization helping children with Down syndrome and their families while fostering love and acceptance for all! #generationG #grateful #steveharvey #gigisplayhouse #inspired
GiGi's Playhouse TV Coverage
Hoffman Estates Nonprofit Wants Netflix Special Removed Over Slur -NBC Chicago
Cafe Allows Adults With Down Syndrome To Learn Career Skills, March 2017
WGN's Ana Belaval with Around Town visit GiGi's Playhouse, Jan 2017
Suburban Mom Heads First 'GiGi's Playhouse' in Hoffman Estates NBC Chicago (Feb 2017)
Good Day Chicago - Gigi and Nancy Gianni Talk with FOX News about Down Syndrome Acceptance Month (October 2016)
Windy City Live (July 2016)
Nancy Gianni Named 2016 CNN Hero - June 2016
New playhouse for individuals with Down syndrome opens - June 2016
GiGi's Playhouse Opens in the Triangle to Aid Those With Down Syndrome (RALEIGH), June 2016
GiGi's Playhouse is coming to Tampa, June 2016
GiGi's Playhouse Expanding (Rockford), Jan 2016
GiGi's Playhouse: Down Syndrome Developmental Center opens Sunday (Fort Wayne), Jan 2016
First Down Syndrome Achievement Center Opens in North Dakota, Sept 2015
Chicago Tonight, June 2015
Comcast PSA A Place to Belong. July 2014
NBC National! Helping those with Down syndrome reach their highest potential. Dec 2013
ABC GiGi's Playhouse expands. Oct 20, 2013
GIGI'S PLAYHOUSE EXPANDS, OPENS STORE - ABC Chicago
GiGi's Playhouse: The First Year - Twin Cities
GiGi's Playhouse Coming To El Paso
Special guests visit GiGi's Playhouse in Cicero
Today Show! Sept 13, 2013
GiGi's Playhouse expands services to people with Down syndrome on 10th anniversary (Oct 27)
GiGi's Playhouse Expands - Aug 2013
ABC7 - Couple with Down syndrome celebrates Valentine's Day (2013)
FOX 5 - Disney on Ice help kids feel like stars (oct 2012)
I have a voice Gallery (oct 2012)
Syracuse GiGi's Opens! (Nov 2012)
WHOTV 13 - A local program is giving some special kids a change at normal (March 2012)
CBS2 - Rob Johnson reporting on GiGi's Playhouse (2012)
Twin Cities Opening (2012)
KSTP news - Twin Cities Opening (2012)
ABC 7 news story (August 2011) GiGi's Playhouse raises awareness of Down Syndrome
ABC 7 news story (August 2008) Channel 7
ABC 7 news clip (July 2006) PDF
WGCI-FM, Chicago 107.5 FM: interview with Nancy Gianni
Voice America Radio - A Hero's Journey: Nancy Gianni, Founder GiGi's Playhouse (October 2016)
WBEZ - GiGi's Playhouse gives teens with Down Syndrome their moment in the spotlight
Backyard and Beyond with Lavon Eblen on KJAN in Atlantic, Iowa (5-15-13)
Nancy & GiGi on the Steve Cochran Show to share how Netflix Comedian has crossed the line to hate speech.
GiGi's Playhouse, resource for Down syndrome, celebrates Fort Myers opening - July 2017
Gala raises $600,000 for GiGi's Playhouse - April 2017
GiGi's Playhouse Celebrates World Down Syndrome Day - March 2017
Mom of the Month, Chicago Parent - Dec 2017
The Carousel of Possible Dreams - Oct 2016
Senator McConchie Commnity Spotlight - October 2016
My Social Good - Gigi's Playhouse Experiences Unprecedented Growth (October 2016)
Chicago Parent Magazine -The Local Mom Superhero (October 2016)
Daily Herald - Harvey Surprises Founder of GiGi's Playhouse (September 2016)
Chicago Tribune - Shepard Dance Team Helps Change Down Syndrome Awareness (October 2016)
Daily Herald - GiGi's Playhouse Marks Down Syndrome Acceptance Month (October 2016)
Chicago Tribune - GiGi's Playhouse Marks Down Syndrome Acceptance Month (October 2016)
Chicago Woman - Spreads News about Gigi's Re Grand Opening (October 2016)
Chicago Parent - Oct 17, 2016
Village of Hoffman Estates honors GiGi's Playhouse and its founder - July 2016
'Dash' Participants Rave About Rosemont - June 2016
GiGi's Playhouse founder Nancy Gianni named CNN Hero - June 2016
Founder of GiGi's Playhouse Named CNN Hero- June 2016
Founder of Hoffman Estates-based GiGi's Playhouse a 2016 CNN Hero - June 2016
GiGi's Playhouse honored at Barrington Area Community Foundation Banquet - Jan 2016
Daily Herald Coverage of Hugs and Mugs Opening - Feb 2014
GiGi's Playhouse Celebrates Opening of New Achievement Center - Oct 27, 13
New GiGi's Playhouse underway; donations still needed - Oct 5, 13
GiGi's Playhouse expands services to people with Down syndrome on 10th anniversary - Aug 25, 2013
One diagnosis makes all the difference - Aug 6, 2013
GiGi's Playhouse opens in the Twin Cities (March 2013)
GiGi's Playhouse helps SSC Girl Achieve literacy, lifestyle goals (Feb 2013)
Syracuse Women (Jan 2013)
Southtown Star - Oak Forest Opening (Dec 2012)
Gallery of voices at TRMC (Dec 2012)
Quad City times - Playhouse open in Moline (Oct 2012)
New Jordan Creek Mall murals (September 2012)
Gallery at West Des Moines Mall to Tell Story of Down Syndrome in the Metro (Sept 2012)
FALCONS RISE UP TO INTRODUCE NEW PHYSICAL THERAPY PROGRAM AT GIGI'S PLAYHOUSE (April 2012)
Twin Cities opening (2012)
Oak Forest Opening (Patch 2012)
Syracuse opening (2012)
Daily Herald - Life not the same for Hoffman Mother as GiGi's Playhouse expands (2012)
Sioux City's GiGi's Playhouse supports those with Down syndrome (2011)
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Photo exhibition gives Down syndrome awareness a voice - Nov 09
South Barrington Park District - May 2006
The Grand Life - May 2007 (pg 24)
i have a voice gallery opening at Lutheran General Hospital, click here
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Chicagoan of the Year! Congratulations, Nancy!!
Founder of GiGi's Playhouse, Nancy Gianni, has been voted as a Chicagoan of the Year. Nancy's dedication to making the world a better place for all individuals with Down syndrome is obvious to all who know her. Her inspiration comes from her beautiful daughter GiGi and her passion has inspired many to spread positive awareness about Down syndrome in their communities. Click on the following link and scroll down to hear how Nancy channeled her passion into an unstoppable mission that has spread throughout the nation! http://www.chicagomag.com/Chicago-Magazine/January-2009/Bright-Knights/Nancy-Gianni/


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Tottenham midfielder Eric Dier has denied there is a negative atmosphere at the club under Jose Mourinho.
Spurs went three league games without a goal before beating Norwich in midweek and players are said to be unhappy with Mourinho's training methods.
"The spirit has always been one of this team's greatest strengths and I still think it is," Dier said.
"I think everybody has been training very well, training hard, enjoying themselves in the same way as always."
Mourinho replaced Mauricio Pochettino, who guided Spurs to the Champions League final and four successive top-four finishes, in November, with the club struggling in 14th place.
The former Chelsea and Manchester United coach began his reign impressively with four wins in his first five matches and the team scored 16 goals in the process.
But after beating Brighton 2-1 on Boxing Day, they went four league matches without a win and in that period, top-scorer Harry Kane suffered a serious hamstring injury that required surgery and is likely to sideline him until April.
In addition, unsettled defender Danny Rose is said to have clashed with Mourinho after being left out of the matchday squad.
Dier, who joined Spurs from Sporting Lisbon in 2014, said: "Any club, when results aren't going well, is not a happy atmosphere. But it definitely isn't a negative atmosphere."
One newspaper article claimed Mourinho's training resembled 'lower-league sessions', but England international Dier said: "Who is saying that? Maybe you lads know – I don't. Personally I have enjoyed it. I enjoy doing new things."
Club captain Hugo Lloris, who returned to action in the victory over Norwich after being out with an elbow injury since October, was also quick to dispel rumours of unrest.
"The atmosphere is great, we can feel all the players involved and ready to fight for the club, the new manager and his staff," he said.
"We cannot control everything you say outside but I can confirm the atmosphere is very positive. We're focused on our days and every competition we're involved in."
'Nothing negative about Christian'
Dier also defended Christian Eriksen, who has attracted criticism from some Tottenham supporters for his performances in recent weeks, having refused to sign a new contract.
Denmark playmaker Eriksen joined Tottenham from Ajax for £11.5m in August 2013 and was an influential figure in the Pochettino era, but could leave the club on a free transfer at the end of the season and has been linked with Inter Milan in the January transfer window.
"There is nothing negative you could say about Christian," Dier said. "I have been here almost as long as he has and he has always handled himself in the best way.
"He has always been one of the most professional players I have known and one of the best players at Tottenham on the most consistent basis.
"Whatever he has done, he has done with the best intentions. So he does not deserve that from anyone."
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Blackhawks agree to terms with LeBlanc, Peckham and Kostkaby Chicago Blackhawks / Chicago Blackhawks
LeBlanc, 24, made his National Hockey League debut with Chicago in 2012-13, skating in two regular-season games after being signed by the club on April 12. The 2013 Hobey Baker Memorial Award winner registered 50 points (13G, 37A) in 42 games this season with St. Cloud State of the Western Collegiate Hockey Association, helping lead the Huskies to their first Frozen Four appearance in program history. He was named a West First Team All-American after leading the nation in assists and tying for seventh in overall scoring. LeBlanc set career highs in points, goals and assists, and tied his career-best in game-winning goals with three.
LeBlanc tallied 147 points (42G, 105A) in 171 career games at St. Cloud State. He was named to the 2013 All-WCHA First Team and, for the first time in the 52-year history of the WCHA, was named Outstanding Student-Athlete of the Year and Player of the Year. LeBlanc, a two-year team captain for the Huskies, was a four-time Academic All-WCHA nominee and was named the 2012 WCHA Scholar Athlete recipient.
Peckham, 25, split the 2012-13 season between the Edmonton Oilers and AHL's Oklahoma City Barons. The Richmond Hill, Ontario, native recorded six penalty minutes in four games with Edmonton; he registered one assist and 29 penalty minutes in four contests with Oklahoma. Peckham has posted 17 points (4G, 13) and 388 penalty minutes in 160 career games with Edmonton from 2007 to 2013. He has tallied 39 points (12G, 27A) in 147 career AHL games with Oklahoma and Springfield from 2007 to 2013.
Kostka, 27, split the 2012-13 season between the Toronto Maple Leafs and American Hockey League's Toronto Marlies. The Etobicoke, Ontario, native tallied eight assists and 27 penalty minutes in 35 regular-season games with the Maple Leafs in his NHL debut; he skated in one postseason game. Kostka paced Marlies defensemen and ranked fifth overall on the club with 34 points (6G, 28A) in as many regular-season games. He has posted 183 points (37G, 146A) in 341 career AHL games with Toronto, Norfolk, San Antonio, Rochester and Portland from 2007 to 2013.


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Happy Father's Day
A Happy Father's Day goes out to my father and the dads of everyone in the front office and Dodger organization. Hope you'll make it down here today for the game and stick around to play catch with Dad down on the field at Dodger Stadium. It's certainly an important game today with a chance to take the series from the Angels.
Also, thank you to bluebleeder for the music suggestion…I'll definitely pass it along to those in charge of in-game entertainment.
As I was driving in, I thought of something interesting to debate during today's thread. When is the "right" time to give a guy a day off?
I actually think this might be one of the toughest things a manager decides throughout the season. If a guy is on a hot streak and tearing the cover off the ball, you don't want to take him out of the lineup but you run the risk of people thinking that he's overworked. But if you take him out of the lineup and he starts to slump, suddenly it's your fault for knocking him off course?
On the flip side, if a guy is struggling offensively, you try to find a day to let him clear his head and get back on track, but there are many who believe that you can't get back on track sitting on the bench so you play him and you're criticized for not seeing that a guy is struggling.
I don't believe there's a perfect answer because each player is different in their swings, their age, the status of any nagging injuries they're dealing with, their personalities and the position they play. Those are just a few of the factors that I'm sure all managers consider, not to mention which arm the opposing pitcher throws with and the batter's history against that pitcher. But it's definitely something that clearly stirs debate on this blog and other outlets on a daily basis and is certainly one of the more interesting parts of a game that is played every day like baseball.
Here's today's lineup, followed by some notes:
Furcal, SS
Pierre, CF
Nomar, 1B
Kent, 2B
Gonzo, LF
Betemit, 3B
Kemp, RF
Lieberthal, C
Wolf, P
PACKED HOUSE – The three-game series against the Angels sold out and yesterday's paid attendance of 56,000 equaled the single-game Dodger Stadium regular season record. L.A. leads the NL in attendance with an average of 45,692, more than 1,000 fans higher than the second-best team, New York.
CHAT WITH TOMMY – Dodger Special Advisor to the Chairman and Hall of Famer Manager Tommy Lasorda will host a live web chat on Tuesday at 2 p.m. PT on dodgers.com, becoming the 11th Dodger player, coach or executive to host a chat with the fans in 2007.
CALIFORNIA BASEBALL – One record that has a chance to go down this year is the combined winning percentage of the Dodgers and Angels. They current hold a combined 82-55 mark (.599), which would surpass the 2002 season in which the two teams were 191-133 (.590). Source: Baseball Prospectus
BILLS KILLS – Dodger reliever Chad Billingsley worked 2.0 scoreless innings yesterday and has now worked 12.0 consecutive scoreless innings (seven games). Since April 29, Billingsley is 3-0 with a 1.11 ERA (3 ER/24.1 IP) and 30 strikeouts in 15 outings and his four wins overall are tied for the fourth most in the NL by a relief pitcher.
WALKING IN L.A. – Wilson Betemit drew his 24th walk yesterday in just his 137th plate appearance, which is one every 5.7 times to the plate. Dodger third basemen have a combined 36 walks, more than any team in the NL and tied with the Yankees for the most in baseball.
HONOR THY FATHER – According to home run historian David Vincent, Joe DiMaggio holds the record for most homers on Father's Day with 12, but a pair of former Dodgers are also on the all-time Father's Day home run list. Eric Karros went deep eight times on Father's Day during his 13-year career and Kirk Gibson hit seven round-trippers in honor of his dad. Today, Dodger players, coaches, managers, trainers and groundskeepers will show their support for Father's Day and try to raise awareness for early detection of prostate cancer by wearing blue wristbands during the game.
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I'm keeping my poll open for 2 more weeks. A|s you guys already know my blog is a haven for the Dodger haters. I've narrowed by 2 greatest haters down to d4p and joeyp.
So who is the greatest Dodger Hater gracing this fine planet of ours?
d4p or joeyp.
Surely you mean "disgracing" this fine planet of ours…?
As far as resting players, I always felt that it's up to the individual and I guess that makes a winning manager, who knows his players well. I put Tommy on my calendar for the 19th at 5:00PM. I'm sorry but I never could get to riled up about California baseball. Billingsley is doing great, but I hope he isn't doing too great, if you know what I mean. Messagebearer, suggested that we put Schmidt back on the DL and let him make minor league rehab starts and keep an eye on him and I think it's a good idea. Meanwhile I think that Billingsley should take his place in the rotation. It's always good to have patience and be selective at the plate not only for the 3rd basemen but for everybody…. INNING BY INNING. We haven't scored over the last 12 inning and only have 2 runs in the last 18. If that was by any other team I would say "WOW That's BAD", but this is NOT another team, this is our team and there is nothing unusual about it and we keep sticking our head in and out of first place, because of our fine pitching. We hit our HRS in bunches, even though they're far and few between. I like the idea of using ALMOST all the 11 position players every day sometimes. Especially when they're winning. Everybody is getting a chance to play. Even with that I still haven't lost hope……LET'S GO BLUE CREW WE CAN DO IT.
1) Well, it doesn't look like Eddie Murray was the problem with the offense.
2) I also will give a wag of the finger to those in management (read: Grady Little, Ned Colletti, Stan Conte) who let Schmidt return without being up to snuff. Heck, Hendrickson can make it out of the fifth inning; Schmidt should still be on the DL.
3) Martin gets a day off. I'm beginning to think that his music for his at bats should be the Barenaked Ladies' "Who needs sleep", although a part of the reason is that they're a Canadian band.
4) Thanks Josh, for continuing to put this blog together as well as you do, and thanks also for mentioning that the FOX game was regional. I will say I did enjoy watching Bonds strike out on three pitches yesterday.
5) Wilson Betemit is hitting .211, but he is probably the best .211 hitter in baseball. He has a .350 On-base percentage and .450 slugging average, compared to Russell Martin at .356 OBP and .450 slugging from a .288 batting average. If Betemit pulls his average up to .250 or .260, he could be quite dangerous.
ok, Hendrickson can make it out of the 5th inning sometimes. But still, Schmidt's not quite right.
Dodgers are underdogs at home today. I like our chances with Wolf going. He usually gets good run support!
patriotacts –
Surely you don't really expect to see change that quickly? If it was that easy to find your groove in the Majors, pay would be $20 an hour because everybody could do it 😛
There will be a bit of a transition period. I'm willing to give it time. The pieces are there, the glue is missing. When the glue is found and applied, this team may be more fun to watch. I agree that these "The moment the opposition scores a run it is over" phases is not fun to watch, though!
pierre –
Some very good insight — your always right-on…
Realistic – not a fanatic
No Gary Matthews Jr today. Sweet!
I think D4P and JoeyP are the same person.
I would like to believe that you're right. It's hard to imagine TWO such idiots.
i'd just like to take this opportunity to thank rich hill for pitching BP to the pods today. With a 5-1 lead they're pretty much guaranteed a win. Let's hope wolf gets out of the 1st inning unscathed today.
I for one certainly don't expect an instant turn around in two games since we fired out hitting instructor.
It also gives me cause for concern about whether or not Mueller is a hitting coach.
We know he can hit, we don't know if he can coach, he gets his 4+ mil this year no matter what he does, so he might not be thrilled about being away from home.
Years ago when we promoted Tommy Lasorda to manager part of the reason was because he had managed all the young kids at, I believe Alberquerque was the AAA affiliation, and it made sense to bring him along with them because they knew each other.
So I am wondering if it would be a good idea to bring the AAA batting instructor up since we have so many kids here now.
Of course that doesn't speak for Nomar, Gonzo, JP and the other vets that did not come through Las Vegas.
And I still wonder who our emergency 3rd string catcher is, anyone have an idea? They must have someone on the 25 man roster that they have earmarked for emergency duty in case of the "oh no, what now" moment.
F U Cubs today. San Diego using the wind to there advantage.
make that 9-1. Pods have hit 4(!!!) HRs in the contest. They had two hits yesterday.
The Pads are a very opportunistic team. They no doubt have good pitching, but look at their team batting averages – if we put a lineup together such as that, we'd all be screaming all the time, but they still manage to win. Hope those averages catch up with them, or, better yet, hope that our hits start to come at more opportune times.
I am so confused who is are starting right fielder?
Do it again Furc!!
Let's see if the lineup can pick up a struggling pitcher. If our pitching needs to be on the button in order for us to win, we're going to struggle mightily against the stronger teams.
Another lousy performance by Randy. Got to believe he's been plain lucky to amass his won/loss record. He's not showing any velocity on his fastball either. We need Bills to get some starts and fill in our starting staff with reliability.
this game is over
6 innings left. Not sure the game's quite over.
I was really impressed with Wolf's first few starts and totally unimpressed by his last few. Anyone see a change in his delivery or in his pitching strategy?
Or is it just that Martin isn't calling the game today?
6 innings left maybe, but our lineup is much more accustomed to giving up ( or simply not getting it done, saying they give up is a bit harsh ) in a situation like this than they are to saving the game.
So I'm a bit more more inclined to agree with scurtis1999 here. It is daytime at Dodger Stadium, and day games are often higher scoring. But they still have to get it done.
Gonzo turning in a good at bat here, working the count to 2-2 as I type. If only Kent or Nomar could do this – make Escobar use pitches, maybe tire him out, maybe get a good pitch to hit … but they're not that kind of hitters.
I think he's been matched up with Lieberthal before because of their familiarity when with the Phillies. The only thing I'm noticing today is that he's not throwing anything above 90 mph – hardly overpowering, and I think he needs to be in order to be effective.
Wilson B. is thrown 6 pitches which turns into 2 Ks… He looks way way overmatched… Stumbling all over himself….
Everyone can see that hitting is our issue (or lack there of). As much as i like Murray, his job was to help the hitters. When we continue to make the #4 and #5 starters look like aces, I would have to say that our hitters are not prepared. We need someone new to take a different approach to our hitters.
Kent is batting .152 in the last 3 weeks. We all wanted Betemit's head with his slow start, what about Kent? He has 4 rbi's during this time and 3 extra base hits. How do we fall out of first?
Easy answer is our lack of hitting. Our pitching can't be perfect every time out. We are terrible with runners in scoring position, Garciaparra has NO power and Kent's production lately is nill. You can't expect to win with the supposed "heart of the lineup" produce as much as the normal 8 and 9 hitters.
Rally time!
"Produce as much as the normal 8 and 9 hitters"
That is funny….. Sad but true….
Nomar gets an RBI as I write this…
and then Kent grounds out like a weak pitcher.
Lurch is in
did anyone realize that Nomar has a total of 4 extra base hits since May 1st, including today. that is 4 doubles.
angels take 5 out of 6 from us. where's our freaking power Ned?
Hendy being Hendy —- Thanks for the relief
I can see that. Nomar is a punching judy hitter now.
Betemit get the hat trick?
Betemit = 9 pitches = 3 Ks
I have never seen that before…. Could it possibly be any worse???
now betty need only get the golden sombrero to complete the day.
we've delved into the darkside of our pen.
run on lieberthal all day
I really can't understand why we continue to carry Hendrickson on this club. He doesn't pitch any more often than a starter does – typically comes into games that are already lost, or if they're not lost when he comes in, they are by the time he leaves. Can we not get rid of him and at least get some worth-while prospect for him. His outings could just as easily be handled by anybody out of AAA, and it might serve a development value for a Houlton or somebody else.
It just amazes me how much better the Angels look compared to the Dodgers… The Dodgers look like a Double AA team compared to these guys…
Angels seem to do everthing right – plus having great players – plus they have a great Manager & we have Grady…
It is an overwhelming mismatch all the way around…
welp. might as well put all the kids in.
How did we sweep the Mets?
Thank god we have Toronto and Tampa coming up.
That's hit Loney hurt.
I mean it not hit.
Nomar's happy
Kemp or Loney not know there's a wall out there?
Why is Loney playing in R field in the first place….
Please, please don't let it be serious….
Can we please take McCourt's stupid full-colour board out of the outfield walls?
Or do we just keep injuring prospects on it?
Why is Loney playing outfield anyway, instead of first base ( Nomar's hit and sac fly doesn't suddenly make him the man again, he was .191 on the homestand before that )
Man, bad day. Bad, bad day.
That ridiculous outfield wall!!
Stan Conte will have him back in the lineup at 40 percent in 2 weeks.
Double switch and it was Kemp who had batted last and not Nomar.
Maybe Victor Conte can help this team.
at least he won't get traded.***** now we are stuck with Nomar.
well for better or worse…we'll have nomar for a while. hopefully his bat starts to come alive.
Maybe Betemit will get hurt now. JK!
Don't even joke about that, OK?
Why play Loney out of position? Let the relievers bat for themselves – the game is lost. Why on earth risk injury? Somebody save Dodger management from themselves. And oh, save the young players from them, too. The veterans are safe.
Well, Frank McCourt, you I hope it was worth it to you to sacrifice two of your best young players so you could put in an unpadded video board for your all-important ads, all to put some spare change in your greedy, filthy pockets.
Good god, chill out griffon64.
This isnt high school dude. Loney can play RF. Its not a bad thing to learn different positions. He went after the ball hard and sometimes injuries happen.
Whatever my earlier comment or question about Hendrickson, consider it repeated here with Tomko as the subject.
Like I said before…
The Dodgers are playing like a Double AA team…
They look just outclassed in every phase of the game…
I agree. Tomko and Lurch need to be shipped out FedEx
Maybe Loney isnt hurt that badly. He was smiling…
Marlon Anderson will be joining the team tomorrow…
As I flipped to check the US Open, that Dodgers ad featuring the guy in front of his TV and his clothes changing day to day came on.
My thought then was the same as now: Why does the poor guy look so apathetic? Is that the experience of watching the Dodgers – a resounding meh?
Not judging by the comments on the various Dodgers blogs, anyway 😉
But seriously, that ad – couldn't they at least have had a guy cheering or something – or does that make the ad too hard to produce? Is it easier just to have the expressionless dude? Sometimes ads can be baffling.
Wow, my fantasy team got destroyed this week, and now my real team is getting pounded. Gah.
This is what Tony Jackson thinks of the Dodger Angel matchup—-
The Dodgers, as they always do when they play American League teams, have become the '62 Mets. Mike Lieberthal just threw a ball into center field. Dodgers are 1 for 5 w/RISP and 3 for 16 for the series. If the Angels and Dodgers played 100 times, the Angels would win at least 93 of them. Angels 5, Dodgers 2, top 7 … and Kelvim Escobar just singled to load the bases with one out.
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY…fingers crossed for Loney,…HAVE A SHORT MEMORY…..BETTER DAYS AHEAD.
Loney was playing Rf because we let Clark go, are did you forget?
Do you rather have another pitcher or Saenz out there?
or even worst Martin out there.
Just got back from the game and wow was that Loney situation scary. Needless to say I hope he'll be ok. Immediately when Loney was put in right I was upset, because it's not his position. But, Grady played his cards too soon with Ethier, so Loney was all that was left. I was initially upset at Grady for putting Loney in that position especially because he double switched with Kemp, so much so I screaming bloody murder all the way home because of the injury. But, you can never predict injuries in the game and they happen. I really truly hope it's just a bruised knee and he'll get back soon. The Angels just completely outclassed us in every way this season. This will be a crucial stretch of games where because of our failures on the road in A.L parks could put us 5, 6, 7 games back. Of course I hope we can shake this off. We shall see…
so… who thinks schmidt makes his next start? and if so…who takes his place?
I feel the need to vent. First, I want to congratulate the Angels. They totally outplayed, outclassed, outpitched and outcoached the Dodgers. A microcosm of the 6 games is the hit and run executed to perfection with Kendrick yesterday compared with the hit and run attempt when Pierre was up today. Instead of slapping it through the vacated hole at short, Pierre grounded out to first. Enough said. I am also frustrated at the fact that the Dodgers play so many players out of position. This falls clearly on Coletti. He did not need to sign Kent to an extension for this season. Kent has no range and his defensive skills are completely gone. Nomar was only siged as a response to Drew's leaving, but why sign him when our best option hit .380 at AAA last year? Now we play Loney out of position and he risks serious injury.
Kent also looks like he is just going through the motions trying to get his season over as quick as possible. Our 2-4 spots in the lineup are completely useless 90% of the time. I feel as if the dodgers are solely playing players based upon their contract, i.e. dollars, instead of ability. Anyone who watches the Dodgers for a week knows Loney should be at first, Kemp in CF, Ethier in RF. Bench the underperforming vets. One other thing, if Schmidt cannot go, give Bills the shot. He pitched well in the 2nd half last year and is a key part of the future starting rotation. Do not use Hendricksen or Tomko-trade them of DFA them asap. Sorry if this rambled, but for a team that is 39 and 30, it seems as if they play like a team that's 30 and 39.
Nomar Garciaparra is a CHUMP.
care to explain why?
ok are they seriously considering hendy or tomko for the rotation? they've officially lost it.
Without ranting too much here about what was undeniably a terrible day all around, can I at least make a heartfelt plea via this space to the Dodgers to consider possibly padding the lower part of that outfield wall? Before we lose another young player. That thing is practically a death trap. I don't understand why you can't pad the concrete part of a wall. Ludicrous.
Meanwhile, Schmidt needs to be DL'd again until he can reach less hittable velocities, Hendrickson needs to be DFA'd, Jon Meloan and Hull can be called up, and Bills should be starting.
Anyway, I hope Loney's okay – a bruise is better than a break!
Gonza, I want Loney starting too but Nomar did drive in 3 of 4 runs for them today and even if he has absolutely no power at this point he's been more clutch than Kent has or most of the other guys, frankly.
Loney is ok– bruised knee. And they are considered not bringing Schmidt on the road trip, and we all know what that means.. 60 day DL. Personally, i think he needs it. He is fine when he can consistently throw the heater at 88 and mix in 2 other pitches, but it hasnt been happening and when its not he is really easy to hit. They better give Bills the chance– that is all i have to say…
Delwyn Young has been playing like a stud in AAA. I hope he has a future with our team seeing as he is homegrown talent and what not… Lets make Abreu our 3b of the future and we can move Delwyn back to his original position of 2b…
i think yesterday was the last we saw of jason schmidt until at least august. Ned and Grady screwed it up bringing him pack after 1 rehab. I knew this would come back to bite us.
With Schmidt out they have to go to Billingsley right away. Send him down on this road trip and get him a couple of starts in triple A and then have him in the rotation by the time the team gets home.
As for Loney all i can say is THANK GOD! He can hit and if he gets a chance to play he'd put Nomar on the bench.
i wouldn't be surpised if they didn't give the spot to bills— if schmidt goes down. after all they've already passed him up twice, im sure they'll find some ridiculous excuse.
i also wouldn't be surprised if they put loney on the DL–he probably needs to, that collision looked fierce, and then leave him the minors once he's ready. hey, they did it with kemp.
they already have skipped over Bills three times! Once during spring training, twice when Schmidt went down and thrice when Bombko ******. I wouldnt be surprised at all if Grady says "he's more valuable in the pen to us" again and then go with Hendrickson or Bombko.
Saying a reliever is more valuable then a starter is one of the dumbest things i've ever heard. Thats a fireable statement. Its a completely mad statement. Its so stupid there is nothing to compare it too.
It drives me mad to think this guy is our manager sometimes. If he skips Bills again and we have to watch Bombko and Hendrickson get pounded again I really wouldn't know what to say.
actaully I know what id do if he skipped bills over again. Id probably break out into hysterical laughter.
Kemp had a seperated shoulder though– very different than a bruise.
I am pissed about schmidt. If healthy he really gives a great dynamic to our pitching staff, but he is most certaintly not healthy. Hope this isnt a Dreifort, because if he isnt physically hurt and he cant throw more than 86 after 7 weeks off, something is seriously wrong. Who knows what the **** is wrong, but HE HAS TO THROW 88 TO BE SUCCESSFUL. I hate to peg a number to a guy but in his case it is deserving. It hurts so much because of what he could add. It will never be another Dreifort bc Dreifort was never very good so i take that back.
Being 34 one would think he has atleast 2 good years left, especially considering his size. I dont understand it, but its upsetting. good thing we have Bills who could be better than Schmidt ever was…
Dreifort actually had some of the filthiest stuff I've ever seen. The problem was he was absolutely injury prone to the extreme – makes Schmidt look like an iron man. But I wouldn't say Dreifort was never good – he just wasn't around enough.
I hope Bills gets starts too, but the reason the D's have been reluctant is how unstable the rest of their bullpen is after Saito and Brox and Beimel, and Bills. You saw the other guys today. Not pretty. But there are other options available in the minors (and on injury rehab) so hopefully they'll get a chance and we can feel less nervous about it. That said, I do think the Dodgers have very little faith in Tomrickson at this point and wouldn't be surprised to see Bills get the nod next time.
Re: Delwyn Young, I hope he gets a chance too. But as an outfielder – he was a pretty terrible 2nd baseman defensively if I recall. There was a good reason he was converted. But he'd make a good 4th outfielder.
Tony Jackson says that he heard that Loney told reporters after the game that he'll be ready to go Tuesday. I know that's like 6th hand information, but it's reassuring.
If Loney misses any time, someone needs to be fired.
No matter what, the Dodgers have 10 days to fix that outfield scoreboard. It's hurt Kemp and Loney now. Imagine if the same thing had hurt Karros AND Piazza, or Garvey AND Cey, or Koufax AND Drysdale, or Jackie AND Campy.
If there is no fix, it just needs to be covered. There are too many injuries waiting to happen.
Possible fixes–if instead of plexiglass, they pulled the screen back one foot and put a chain-link fence or rope-mesh sceen in front. It would obstruct the view, but those would have some give, so that if someone crashes into it, they don't get killed. And pad the darn bottom of the fence!
No, can you imagine in 1991 if Lasorda double-switched Strawberry with Karros in the outfield? Loney is a freaking Gold Glove First Baseman ready to happen and should never play the outfield again. The Dodgers got LUCKY! They could have lost Loney for several months with a ligament tear or a broken bone(s). Loney in the outfield is an absolute joke and it's not a knock on him. He's one of the smoothest fielding first baseman I've ever seen and to throw that all away to put him in right field with the DEATH WALL was an absolute bonehead decision that almost lost them their insurance policy. It didn't happen this time, DO NOT let it happen again. I thought I could let this one go, I just can't, THEY GOT LUCKY! I left Dodger Stadium cursing Grady Little for double-switching Kemp out of the game, which in itself is just a stupid move. But, to double switch him for Loney, because he wasted Ethier earlier in the game, was just poor game management. Wow, I just can't let this one go and give him the benefit of the doubt. Just a stupid decision. Oh and Bills should take Schmidt's rotation spot even if it does weaken our bullpen. My fear has always been by doing that you trust Tomko or Seanez to bridge the gap Bills has done so well this season. But, it's time for Bills to get his job back. But, the minute Tomko, Hendy, or Seanez blows the lead a lot of us will say Bills wouldn't of done that.
I wasn't going to come on much today, but I just read in the papers, that SF-GM Brian Sabean wants to trade BONDS and Bonds would consider waiving his no-trade clause. I'm just reporting this, Fill in the blanks, if you wish.
ALEX41592, I agree with you all the way on the LONEY in the outfield thing. I think it's because he's a left handed fielder and there is no other place to put him. On Billingsley, I hope it doesn't come to (USE HIM OR LOSE HIM), other clubs out there, I'm sure are thinking of him (as a starter). I will stop at that.
Leekfink – Loney's knee didn't hit the scoreboard. It hit the cement at the base of the wall…doesn't that cement go all the way around the base of the outfield wall? Also, wouldn't Kemp's shoulder have separated if he had hit padded wall, because of the angle of his arm and the speed of impact? I could understand being mad at the scoreboard situation if it were impact injuries requiring stitches, or something of the sort, but I think both of these injuries would have occurred whether the scoreboard were there or not.
Alex – It has been speculated that Loney's only other position, besides spelling Nomar at 1b, would be in the corner outfield spots. With the game well out of hand, Grady puts Loney in to get some innings at the position. It doesn't seem that dumb to me – he wanted to see how the kid would do, and put him in in a non-critical situation. Loney shouldn't have been going that balls-out for a ball on the warning track in the 8th inning of a blowout; that is by no means Grady's fault.
Easy fix for the right field killer wall. Put Nomar and Kent out there. Management does not have a clue. If something stinks ,it usually starts at the head and works it's way down. Also how about having a new hitting coach in mind before you fire Murray? Mueller may be good , who knows? Wouldn't you rather have someone with a track record as a coach or would that make to much sense? Also any time you put in a run donor (Tomko or Hendy) you have to expect balls to be hit to the killer wall.
53's Take – For what it's worth:
Jason Schmidt is done. I posted this right after his second start (the first of his 88 MPH maximum games) and I still believe that this is the case. There is definitely something very wrong with him – something that will require surgery. I also posted that Schmidt is our new Darren Dreifort = Big contract – Always hurt. (By the way, I agree with underdog8 – Dreifort was awesome and almost unhitable when he was healthy; which, unfortunately, was VERY rare).
I know that I am going against the masses here, but I attribute both Kemp's and Loney's run-in (literally) with the right field wall to their inexperience at Dodger Stadium. Both of these kids are (base) Balls to the Wall in their play and will try that play nine times out of ten. With experience at Dodger Stadium, they will become more familiar with the wall and more aware of the warning track (which is why it is called such).
Keep in mind that although the right field wall scoreboard is Plexiglas, at least it is not brick; such is the case at Wrigley Field. Also keep in mind that we lost Jason Repko (probably forever) because of his run-in with the fully padded center field wall (albeit his was an ankle injury while trying to go up the padded wall to try to make a catch on a homerun ball).
Replacing the right field scoreboard with something soft or mesh would have a major affect on the way that balls are played off of the wall. If a change is to be made, I would much rather see both outfield wall scoreboards completely removed, as opposed to modifying them with something else. Again, I know that this is probably against the opinion of most, but this is how I see it. That said, I thank God that Loney was not seriously hurt, as we really need him.
I believe that Chad Billingsley will be making his first start of the season this week and that he will (finally) be in the starting rotation from here on out.
Way beyond woeful…
…but awful is more like it. The Dodgers are in need of an identity in the worst way, and it seems that scoring runs is the most difficult thing they have to do… but now… adding to that list of difficult things, pitching an effective game is gaining ground in a hurry. If we add the two together, it's lights out baby… better luck next year.
And would somebody please tell Frank McCourt that plexiglass padding on outfield walls is a really bad idea? And to think we might have to send Loney down to AAA just to make certain he can play again (ala Matt Kemp) after he goes on the 15 day DL… all because of this stupid scoreboard in right field. This next road trip may very well define the rest of the year for the Blue Crew…
Items to think about which will definitely affect this team NOW:
Jason Schmidt is heading to the DL again… perhaps for the year as it seems necessary. Maybe the rumors of surgical repair weren't that unfounded after all.
Mark Hendrickson and Brett Tomko. You really can't be serious, can you? Here's two words for you: Chad Billingsley. End of story.
Matt Kemp AND Andre Ethier need to be in the same, regular lineup. They will do nothing but play off of each other's talent and will push each other to be better players. They will protect one another in the lineup, depending upon who is batting where… not to mention the offensive spark that is missing with Juan Pierre.
Speaking of which, Newsflash!! Juan Pierre does not play smart baseball. His hit and run effort right at the first baseman was pathetic. With the shortstop covering second base, Pierre had a hole at short big enough to drive a mack truck through… and yet pulled the ball to first. This play alone is a microcosm of his lack to do the "smart" thing on the baseball field. It's time to sit this man on the bench in favor of Gonzo/Kemp/Ethier in the same lineup.
Brad Penny and Derrick Lowe are money. Randy Wolf can't be in the habbit of giving up too many runs early in his starts or else the offense can't overcome the deficit. Hong-Chih Kuo needs to pace himself better or else we're into the pen much too early. Which leaves us to a fifth starter. This team cannot afford to have only two good arms through the rotation and expect their offense to pick up the slack. The team is in trouble if pitching doesn't come around quickly.
As for Wilson Betemit – He is undoubtedly the guy you love to hate. His power is incredible, but his strikeouts are devastating. I do not see this changing anytime soon.
Fan 53,
I completely agree with you on Schmidt and the Wall issue. I think if Schmidt can go to surgery and recover for next year, than the deal is not a total loss, but Bills needs to come in and get his chance. Wilson just can't seem to prove he is the everyday guy and Abreu loves the High fastballs (League of Their Own?) I don't think an option is out there, but we need that power bat. I want someone who puts the fear in me like Vlad does, but it may be a 'wait til next year' attitude on that component.
Granted there are only about 4 other players in the majors that actually do instill that fear that Vlad does…
Anyone want to trade for Griffey???
yeah kevin, i want someone with that clout as well, it stinks having guys that you almost feel sorry for in the middle of our lineup. nomar and pierre are such good people, but they just are absolutely horrible baseball players this year. nomar used to put that fear in people but not anymore, and JP always gets 200 hits and 100 runs, yet cant post a 300 obp. he sure gets on an awful lot huh ned? neds offseason signings are just looking worse and worse. pierre, nomar, and schmidt are complete busts thus far.
as bad as it sounds, considering griffeys injury history, i would still rather have dunn. but i dont think they are trading junior anyways.
Totally agree with you, graffitigenius on the Pierre, Nomar, and Schmidt signings. Let's not also forget the unnecessary Kent contract extension, plus having the Tomko and Hendrickson presence on our hands. I would give Colletti a big fat D- in my rating system. Look at what else we might have achieved with those same payroll dollars. If I owned the club, this guy's head would be on the block like right NOW.


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