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4/22: Open Game Thread

First Pitch: 12:35pm PDT

                   

Ichiro CF Matthews CF Ballgame 2B Cabrera SS Vidro DH Guerrero RF Ibanez LF Anderson LF Sexson 1B Kotchman 1B Guillen RF Izturis 3B Beltre 3B Hillenbrand DH Betancourt SS Molina C Burke C Aybar 2B ---------- ----------

Weaver (0-2, 15.75)         Santana (1-2, 7.63)

Don't worry guys, Jeff Weaver won't be deterred by his awful start. If you thought he was so weak-willed that he'd try to fix the problems that came up over his first two starts, well, you've got another thing coming.

"You may be tempted to add something or do something different," he said, "but staying in the same routine and working on the things that got you here is the best approach to take."

Of course, that dumbshit 86mph two-seamer isn't what got Weaver here. What got Weaver here was the success he had throwing 92mph heaters in the World Series. But what do I know? I'm just some guy. Weaver's a professional pitcher with a four-digit ERA.

Go Mariners.

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My Prediction
Mariners go 1-2-3 in the first. Angels score 6 in the first.

Mariners get a hit in the second, no runs. Angels score two more. Weaver finally out.

9-0 heading into the seventh where the Mariners score 4. 11-4 heading into 8th, Mariners score 2.

11-6 heading into the 9th, Jose Guillen hits a grand slam. The next three batters are then struck out.

11-10.

Seems to be the trend, no?

by Chris21 on Apr 22, 2007 9:34 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

That's right, go Mariners
As in Go Fuck Yourselves.

by Gomez on Apr 22, 2007 9:36 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

This has to be Weaver's last start
Assuming he gets shelled, there's no way they'll let him stay in the rotation.

... Right?

by Katal LM on Apr 22, 2007 9:43 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Alas
I think it'll be several more starts before he gets yanked.  For one thing, with Felix out our rotation is already thin right now.  And 8 million bucks is going to convince the staff to give Weaver EVERY chance to fall to pieces before they replace him.

by jimmimoose1 on Apr 22, 2007 10:07 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

On a related note
Is it too early to start talking about the top draft picks for '08?

by Katal LM on Apr 22, 2007 10:37 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, pretty much
They aren't going to be in position to blow an extraa hole in the rotation.

About the only positive about this is that every loss pushes Hargrove and Bavasi closer to the edge, and that's not even an unmitigated positive.

by eponymous coward on Apr 22, 2007 12:06 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

watching
weaver pitch is like watching retards fuck
PP

by armedpp on Apr 22, 2007 10:49 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Blunted Weaver
looks like he needs some allergie shots

by dust on Apr 22, 2007 10:55 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Here's the question
Sans Felix, is the Mariners rotation the worst rotation in baseball?  I know the Nationals and Royals have terrible rotations, but so far I'd say the M's have them beat...especially considering that our pitchers are probably making at least 5x what any of the Nats/Royals pitchers outside of Meche are making
Kickass Sports Writing - Sportszilla and the Jabber Jocks - www.sportszillablog.com

by Sportszilla on Apr 22, 2007 11:05 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

n/s
I still think the Nats are worse.  Patterson is off to a bad start which pretty much leaves Shaun Hill as there best pitcher.  They also have Jerome Williams and some guy named Chico in there rotation.

As much as I dislike the M's rotation (outside of Felix) it is not as bad as it's looked so far.  I know a lot of people aren't happy with Batista but I think when it's all said and done he'll be a decent 4 starter.  Weaver is bad but he's not 15 ERA bad, I honestly don't know what to make of the Ho.  I'm not a big Washburn fan either, but he'd probably be the ace for the Nats.

Even in terms of money, I think we still be the Nats, but it's a hell of a lot closer with Felix out,lol.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 11:11 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

n/s
It would be pretty awesome to see Weaver stick it to the Angels.

He won't, but it would be cool.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 11:06 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

If Weaver does well tonight
There will be no way to convince me that Jared didn't beg his teammates to go easy on him.

by Katal LM on Apr 22, 2007 11:35 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

This just in from the pregame
Bloomy in at 2B for Lopez, who apparently has a big bump on his head from the collision yesterday.  Also Burke continuing to play for Kenji...

by appleshampoo on Apr 22, 2007 11:42 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Can't Broussard play 2nd?
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 11:50 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

oh god
Willie and Burke starting...just kill me now.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 11:45 AM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Might as well let the backups play today
This way we can save our regulars for when our real pitchers (and I use that term loosely) are on the mound.

by Katal LM on Apr 22, 2007 11:49 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Willie batting 2nd?
Adrian 7th?

allrriggghttttt?

by PShwa on Apr 22, 2007 11:58 AM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

And, yet, there he his
Turbo, Mister GIDP, batting third.  

Might as well just call it a forfeit, and just hop on the plane down to get an early arrival in Texas...

Pray for Felix. Pray for the M's!

by PositivePaul on Apr 22, 2007 12:07 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Seruisly, guys, what the fuck?
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 12:09 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I feel like
the Managers in pro sports hear fans calling for things like "Vidro sucks! Why is he batting 3rd!?!?!"

and they refuse to do it, because THEY didn't think of it.

by PShwa on Apr 22, 2007 12:13 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

n/s
I know we've joked around about it, and we've talked it about it briefly, but what is a realistic point for Grover to be fired??

I honestly think if we come out of this division road trip 0-7 he might be gone, it would just add to the doom and gloom of the 0-11 road trip last season.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 12:12 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Churchill wrote last night
that he sees the over/under being July 1.

That seems way too late for me. If he's still past May, I may not be surprised, but I will be disappointed.

by Katal LM on Apr 22, 2007 12:15 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

yeah
July 1st seems to late for me as well.

In the end I doubt Bavasi would fire Hargrove in April.  Late May or early June is probably more realistic.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 12:17 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

What if they want to light a fire
 under the team's collective asses?
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 12:22 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hargrove
must have gotten some marijuna from Weaver before the season started, I mean really, is it possible to be this stupid?
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 12:14 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Hey
I'm smoking marijuana right now and I still think this is stupid.

by chaney on Apr 22, 2007 12:18 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Weaver's 86 MPH two seamer
60 percent of the time, it works all of the time.

by eponymous coward on Apr 22, 2007 12:18 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I say
Vidro at second
Sexson in left
Broussard in right
Guillen in Center
Ibanez at third
Beltre at short
Ballgame at DH
Ichiro on the mound.

At least it'd have entertainment value.

Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 12:21 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Maybe we can bribe the umpire
so Ichiro can hit and Princess Willie can't.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 12:23 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Ballgame can move to catcher
after an inning.
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 12:23 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I was talking about this with someone at Safeco
They say that Raul is the emergency third catcher, but is there any doubt that if something happened to both Johjima and Burke, they wouldn't at least try Bloomquist?

by Katal LM on Apr 22, 2007 12:25 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Who's playing
first?
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 12:28 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

You know, the funny thing
is that right now Willie's probably a much better player than Lopez.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 12:24 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

At least
Lopez has some power. More than Princess Willie anyway.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 12:26 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Actaully if it weren't an Angels game
Guillen could have the day off and Mateo could play center.
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 12:25 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Why not have Mateo
play first, then if we're lucky maybe a ball can come flying towards him and hit him in the head.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 12:28 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I can't wait until out trip to San Diego
so Turbo can dust off his glove and get some reps at secondbase.
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 12:28 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I feel dense
I never realized before that the rocks in Angels Stadium form an "A"

by Katal LM on Apr 22, 2007 12:30 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Huh.
I still don't care.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 12:33 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Look at that
opponents are hitting .436 against Weaver. That's amazing and sad at the same time.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 12:32 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Mariner Baseball Woo!!!
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 12:36 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Way to
ruin my favorite band of all time.

by Slica on Apr 22, 2007 12:47 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

When's the last time
a team forfeited?
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 12:36 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Ervin Santana
Remarkably overrated.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 12:37 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

You could talk me into
a HoRam/Santana swap
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 12:39 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Remember this moment.
The Mariners' WE stands at 50%.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 12:39 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

It's time for Fun with Jeff Quotes.
"You know, the funny thing is that right now Willie's probably a much better player than Lopez."

by JLC on Apr 22, 2007 12:41 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

K
Shocking.

by phil333 on Apr 22, 2007 12:41 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

This is pathetic.
Between the Mariners and Devils, I couldn't be watching two more boring teams.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 12:43 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Are you kidding me?
Bring puck up, get trapped, lose puck, watch Devils ice puck, repeat.  FOR 60 MINUTES.

by Gomez on Apr 22, 2007 12:46 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

The Devils have changed
I'm a die hard Ranger fan, I hate them, but they don't play this way most of the time anymore.

by phil333 on Apr 22, 2007 12:48 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

It's Weaver time!
I predict 4 Ks this inning.

by Katal LM on Apr 22, 2007 12:44 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

1-2-3 inning
Shocking.

Shocking will be the word of the day

by phil333 on Apr 22, 2007 12:45 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

If you're a pitching coach
how can you really take these appearances against Seattle seriously?

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 12:45 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Finally awake!
I can't even blame liquor this time.  I just slept 10 hours.

I'm gonna put together the Minor League Wrap-Up now, and start my first installment of the WPA all-star voting deal for this year.

Something tells me this is going to be far more interesting than watching this ballgame.

by Gomez on Apr 22, 2007 12:45 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

no that wasn't a nice defensive play
Vidro is slower than dog shit, any person with one somewhat working arm could of made that play.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 12:45 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Pacman's gone.
I think I miss it.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 12:45 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Our 1-3 hitters
putting the fear of god into pitchers named Ervin.

by JLC on Apr 22, 2007 12:46 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

'Fear'?
I think you mean 'ability'.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 12:47 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

"Gets goos sink on fastball."
Whatever.
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 12:47 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

0-2
Weaver is a strike throwing machine!

by Katal LM on Apr 22, 2007 12:47 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Leadoff Double
Here we go!
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 12:48 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

nice
get him in a 1-2 hole, and then let him rip a double down the line

by Zack on Apr 22, 2007 12:48 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Weaver blows
Matthews is off roids, Jeff. That shouldn't happen.

by JLC on Apr 22, 2007 12:48 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Don't confuse
"Beginning to hit" with "Being opposed by Jeff Weaver."
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 12:49 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Woo Weaver!
You know, I was totally wrong about you, you are an all-star!
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 12:50 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

LEARN A STRIKEOUT PITCH
HOLY BALLS HOW MANY TIMES DO I HAVE TO SCREAM THIS BEFORE SOMEBODY LISTENS

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 12:51 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Weaver vs. Weaver matchup
That smoke you see ain't from the fireworks.

by JLC on Apr 22, 2007 12:52 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

he got the out, but...
that sidearm shit isn't fooling anyone

by Zack on Apr 22, 2007 12:52 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Two in a row!
can't stop Weaver
won't stop Weaver

by Katal LM on Apr 22, 2007 12:52 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Sleeveless unifroms suck.
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 12:53 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Garret Anderson
Should just change his middle name to "Hall of Fame Numbers," because that's all anyone ever says when they mention him.

by JLC on Apr 22, 2007 12:54 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Jeff Weaver
should change his first name to "Sandy" and his last name to "Koufax".

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 12:56 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

God
We have to beg the umpires for our outs.
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 12:54 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

A break!
God bless you, first base!

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 12:55 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

No runs score?
So, the Apocolypse is finally here.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 12:55 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

HAHAHA
Giving up a triple to Raul Ibanez. You suck, Matthews.

by JLC on Apr 22, 2007 12:57 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Mariners suck
big surprise.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 12:58 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Heh.
For Jose Guillen, you can hear the boos.

For Jeff Weaver, you can smell the booze.

Also, fuck you Richie, you giant.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 12:58 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

You know
Gullien is going to kill somebody if he doesn't knock this run in.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 12:59 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Two outs, so what?
Remember that?
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 1:00 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

god fuck you M's
we're so goddamn fucking pathetic

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 1:00 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Wither Carlos Garcia?
I thought the point of third base coaches was to get people thrown out at home.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:00 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

After being replaced by Willie
Adrian has something to prove.

by Katal LM on Apr 22, 2007 1:00 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

When Jose Guillen comes to the plate
Flashing scoreboard: "Boo!"
Angels fan: "What does that say? Obo?"
Angels fan #2: "I don't know, I'm illiterate."
Rally Monkey: "GOD."

by JLC on Apr 22, 2007 1:00 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Even Dave is pissed off at our offense.
We blow.
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:01 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Clutch.
Really clutch Mariners.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 1:01 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

it doesnt matter
you gave up a triple to Ibanez, just kill your selfs for that.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 1:02 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I'm sure that Hargrove will have an excuse
for not scoring this inning.

Did anyone see Raul's quotes in the paper today, trying to justify the team swinging at Colon's first and second pitches all night?

by Katal LM on Apr 22, 2007 1:02 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Any attitude?
Are they showing any expressions?

Or are they acting like they dont care?

Im holding out hope that Hargrove turns into Sweet Lou and beats Willie with a baseball bat. Thatll teach em.

by Slica on Apr 22, 2007 1:04 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

0-2 count
WEEEE-VUHHH!!!
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:04 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

how the hell
were you an All-American Weaver??

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 1:06 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Slow curve in middle of plate.
Do you think this is something they go over before the game, or does it just happen despite the best of intentions?

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:06 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Maybe I'll fly
from Seattle to LA/Anaheim or wherever, run out on the field and punch Weaver. That'd be fun.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 1:06 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

86mph
His fastball is slower than Esteban Loaiza drives.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:07 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Is he throwing a 2-seamer?
Because it looks straight as an arrow.

by Happybelly on Apr 22, 2007 1:09 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Incredible.
Alex Gordon has 57 at bats and 21 strikeouts.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:09 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

What would it take for
him to be sent down?
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:11 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

pff
Matt Cain just got a flyball out, Felix is better than you!

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 1:09 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

For a man of his mental capacity
Weaver's got a sharp pickoff move.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:11 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Christ
Weaver can't even retire batter when he gets way ahead of them.
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:12 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I guess I can look forward
to a Sean White appearance today.

by JLC on Apr 22, 2007 1:12 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

It's nice to remember
that other teams have pathetic offenses too.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:14 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

On an unrelated note
No athlete looks as high every time you see him as Shawn Marion.

by Gomez on Apr 22, 2007 1:15 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Probably both
I also don't think there's anyone who moves as fast or is as sharp despite his potheadedness than Shawn Marion.

by Gomez on Apr 22, 2007 1:25 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

What a surprise.
We're losing.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 1:16 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Weaver
That's still your fault.

by JLC on Apr 22, 2007 1:17 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Damn
If you're going to score runs off Weaver, could you make them a little more convincing please?

by Zack on Apr 22, 2007 1:17 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Now that was a masculine RBI, Aybar.
Somebody would make a lousy Spartan.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:17 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I just start watching
and they score, great
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 1:17 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Then they score again
why do i watch this, great
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 1:18 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don't know what's worse
the fact that Gary Matthews Jr is killing the M's, or the fact that I've sat him the last two days.  

by abelard on Apr 22, 2007 1:18 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Unless Felix is pitching
I usually play all my guys when they play the M's.  I kind of look forward to it... is that bad?
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 1:19 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I did that
for Batista's last start.  I felt kinda guilty.  

by abelard on Apr 22, 2007 1:28 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

screw you mom and dad
for giving birth to me in Seattle

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 1:18 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

You say that
and sometimes I wish I grew up in Boston on New York, but then I'd be an Asshole fan who doesn't appreciate what he has
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 1:20 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

yeah same here
I wish I had a better team, but im glad im not siting at home rooting for the Yankees and calling A-rdo unclutch

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 1:22 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Is it just me?
Or am seeing a lot of "Doubled on a line drive to LF Ibanez" in gameday a lot this past week?

by darrylzero on Apr 22, 2007 1:19 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

We all know what happens.
FSN should just pre-emptively update the scoreboard to 4-0 and put a hologram image of Vlad at the plate.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:20 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

2 strike count
we're screwed
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:20 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

HOLY FUCKBALLS!!!
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:21 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Swinging strike.
Muslim hugs Jew.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:21 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

HAHA
Weaver proved you guys wrong,  maybe we should insult him more
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 1:21 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Weaver's pitching motion
reminds me of Tim Wakefield's.  Wakefield probably throws harder though

by Zack on Apr 22, 2007 1:21 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

If Wakefield's knuckleball didn't move
that would be a very apt comparison.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:22 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

THERE WE GO
Teach this useless assbag the knuckleball.  Better than nothing.

by Gomez on Apr 22, 2007 1:24 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Weaver struck somebody out?
WHAT??????????????
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 1:22 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

hey
at least they made it to the 2nd before giving up a couple of runs.

by InSpokane on Apr 22, 2007 1:23 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Yes!
It's the little things.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:23 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

But now it won't be
until the 8th or 9th when we score.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 1:24 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

"He'll be fine once he gets hot."
You mean, once he plays the Mariners.

I really really hate us.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:23 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Can we trade
Mateo and Weaver for Antonio Alfonseca? Please?
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 1:25 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

So have they said why
WFB is batting 2nd? and Beltre is moved to 7th

by InSpokane on Apr 22, 2007 1:25 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Hargrove
is a retard, thats why
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 1:25 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Burke makes first out of season.
Last position player to do that this year. Who had him in the pool?

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:26 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Fuck this
LET'S GO T-RATS ::CLAP CLAP CLAPCLAPCLAP::

by Gomez on Apr 22, 2007 1:26 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Only from the "we want to win" view.
On the other side of the coin, the Mariners are doing a phenomenal job of making quick outs and giving us more time to enjoy the rest of our Sunday.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:29 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Way to start
the inning off Weaver.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 1:29 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

how the hell
did the Angels get a player for Jeff Weaver??

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 1:30 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

ok
so I go to the bathroom come out and LA/A was back up.

by InSpokane on Apr 22, 2007 1:30 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Way to throw home, Betancourt.
I suppose Weaver doesn't deserve the easy out, though.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:33 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

maybe
the team does not like Ichiro and they are asking him to leave

by InSpokane on Apr 22, 2007 1:33 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Ibanez
your defense makes me laugh. Kudos to you, good sir!
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:33 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

it
kind of makes me cry

by InSpokane on Apr 22, 2007 1:36 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Difference between us and them.
When we get a leadoff triple in a 0-0 game, they leave the infield back.

When they get a triple in a 3-0 game, we play the infield in.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:33 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

And
They suck; we REALLY suck.
Memories Only 'R Us

by Paytheline on Apr 22, 2007 1:35 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oh, so that's a strike now.
It wasn't last night for Broussard.

Wait, who do I root for again?

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Clutch stirkeout by Weaver!
Don't lose hope!!!
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

pfff
weaver'd

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 1:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Weaver's throwing roughly 2:1 strikes...
and he's still getting abused.
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:36 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Sweet Jesus
DOES NOT COMPUTE

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:37 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Hillenbrand
Not doing a good job of playing for himself or playing for his contract.  

by abelard on Apr 22, 2007 1:37 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

WEAVER GETS OUT OF IT!
AND ALL OF WASHINGTON AND OREGON AND IDAHO REJOICE!
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 1:38 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I'll say this:
Weaver's slider is nifty against right-handed hitters.

That is the only good thing I can say about him.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:39 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Weaver's a dumbass
for insisting on a one year contract instead of the two-year deal he would have got to re-sign in St. Louis. Enjoy that job security, burnout!
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:39 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Weaver's DIPS ERA for this start
1.96.  

He's Moneyball, baby!

by abelard on Apr 22, 2007 1:39 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Much like Pineiro
DIPS only works for ML quality pitchers.

by darrylzero on Apr 22, 2007 1:41 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, I know
but it's still fun to see.

by abelard on Apr 22, 2007 1:41 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

IGNITION!!!
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:40 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Bloomquist line drive
That was smoked relative to most Bloomquist hits.

by JLC on Apr 22, 2007 1:40 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

HAHAHA!!!
Willie sucks.
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:41 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

We're losing
because we can't steal bases, remember?
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:43 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Willie, way to end the rally.
Amazing, just amazing.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 1:41 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Willie
You suck at everything.

by JLC on Apr 22, 2007 1:41 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

good
willie was clogging up the bases anyways.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 1:42 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Willie
just trying to save Vidro from the single-season GIDP record.

by abelard on Apr 22, 2007 1:42 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Who the hell
steals when they're three runs down, you stupid cunt.

by Rollo Tomasi on Apr 22, 2007 1:42 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Well, ok
if Willie's still on first that's a DP ball.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:42 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Fucking brilliant, Hargrove.
Now Bloomquist is out instead of standing on third.

Cough up blood.

by JLC on Apr 22, 2007 1:42 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

What the Fuck
3 runs, how the hell would that help!

by BlueBaron on Apr 22, 2007 1:42 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

feww
1st and 2nd with 0 outs sucks anyways

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 1:43 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Could have had runners on first and second
or first and third with no outs on that but instead we have a runner on first and 1 out.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 1:43 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Gritty baserunning by Turbo!
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:43 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

If this were Sox/Yankees
Knoblauch gets that double play.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:44 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

A Funk Blast
would really help here Richie.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 1:44 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Funk Blast?
I'll settle for a funk double . . . funk walk. Funk K.

by abelard on Apr 22, 2007 1:45 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Richie either homers or makes an out
against Santana. Sounds like the rest of his AB's.

by Happybelly on Apr 22, 2007 1:45 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

"Sexson is 6'8, he's long."
That's what she said.

...

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:46 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

he better not
unless there is an ice cream sundae in the dugout for vidro

by InSpokane on Apr 22, 2007 1:47 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

We are the opposite of clutch
except for Broussard last night

by appleshampoo on Apr 22, 2007 1:47 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I wanna see Vidro steal 3rd.
'cause I'm bored.
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:48 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Okay in retrospect
that was a perfect pitch.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:48 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

C'mon
double steal, nobody would expect it.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 1:48 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

We blow.
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:49 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Angry Guillen:
every bit as bad as Mild-mannered Guillen.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:49 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

He's like
Stan Lee trying to turn into the Hulk by ripping his shirt off.

by abelard on Apr 22, 2007 1:49 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Clutch Mariners
once again.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 1:49 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I am so sick of this
Worst team I've ever seen.

by PShwa on Apr 22, 2007 1:49 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

OMIGOD!!
Runners left on!  No runs in!
Memories Only 'R Us

by Paytheline on Apr 22, 2007 1:49 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Wow
Another 3 hit inning with no scoring.

by BlueBaron on Apr 22, 2007 1:50 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

no phys
Santana has not pitched his best in the clutch, the M;s hit their worst in the clutch

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 1:50 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Come on, guys.
Let's think about this. If people only liked sports teams because they win, then the Mariners wouldn't have any fans in the first place. Clearly we were drawn to these sorry fuckbags for some other reason.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:51 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

weaver done??
uhh??

not that im pissed or anything

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 1:51 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Sean White?
What the...

Weaver's days are officially numbered. Hargrove hates him.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:51 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Why is Weaver gone?
I don't have any sound right now.

by Happybelly on Apr 22, 2007 1:52 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

No idea.
He looked okay.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:53 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Weavers out
thank god.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 1:52 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

THATS WHAT YOU GET
for standing there
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 1:53 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Maybe his shoulder exploded.
Obviously, you're not a golfer.

by JI on Apr 22, 2007 1:53 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Anyone>Weaver
Same goes for Hargrove
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 1:54 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Ohh
that's a tough one.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 2:00 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

That kid
is also a nappy-headed ho. Lose the fake hair.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:57 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

FUNK BLAST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 1:58 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

FUNK BLAST!

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 1:58 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Dammit happy
again, I see your comment, get confused, tehn see a hr 10 seconds later, stupid mlb.tv
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 1:59 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Hahahahahahahaha

...sorry for the image size.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:59 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Seriously
he couldn't possibly have hit that any harder.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 1:59 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Wish we could hit
when people are on base, otherwise we just seem to get a lot of solos or runs when we're way down
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 2:00 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

But i'm probably
just asking for too much
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 2:00 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

oh no
does that mean groover will put Beltre at 7 all the time

by InSpokane on Apr 22, 2007 2:00 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I'm so glad
Rene Rivera is not here anymore.

by appleshampoo on Apr 22, 2007 2:00 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Burke
Any non-catcher turns that into 3.

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 2:01 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

jamie burke
quickly becoming my favorite M

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:01 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Lampkin
Good Pearl Jam fan.

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 2:02 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Lampkin
used to be one of my favorite Mariners. In fact I named my cat after him.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 2:03 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

p.s.
this umpire blows.

the 3rd strike to Richie
the 3-0 pitch to GMJ(Nowhere close)

by PShwa on Apr 22, 2007 2:01 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

meh
Richie "I'm SIX FOOT EIGHT THATS NOT A STRIKE"

I feel like one day hes gonna go off on an umpire and get jose guillen to stab him.

by PShwa on Apr 22, 2007 2:05 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Ichiro
sucks. Way to be clutch.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 2:02 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

In bizarro world
ichiro k's, and wfb singles in a run
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 2:03 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Guess we live in normal world
where the mariners suck
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 2:04 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

What're the chances of
Trading Ichiro for Lester and Bard?
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 2:05 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I think Yuni
is a mental midget, makes the great play, but has so many mental errors
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 2:06 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

:sigh:
Sometimes Betancourt gets way too casual.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:07 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Jeff,
Expect a call from Al Sharpton and the Rutgers Women's Basketball team.

And possibly Don Imus.

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 2:09 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Kiss it.
Apologize...

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:09 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

haha
I thought it was just as stupid as you did/do.

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 2:12 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wild pitch my ass.
Block that ball you overachiever.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:09 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Doghouse.
If Baek does well tomorrow, he'll be out of a job when Felix gets back.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:11 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Come on Yuni.
What the heck are you doing?
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 2:10 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

cool
the team has already quit

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:10 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

pull Yuni
oh wait...that means WFB is playing SS...

by appleshampoo on Apr 22, 2007 2:10 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Haha.
Can't blame the pitching this time, Grover!

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:10 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Jeff, this post brought back a memory:
Angry Guillen:

every bit as bad as Mild-mannered Guillen.

My friends dragged me to a comic short film festival a couple years back, and one of the short films was about this office drone who turned into the Incredible Hulk, green skin and all... except he didn't inherit any of the Hulk's powers, so he would turn green, but he was still such a wimp that he would try to tear off his clothes, and couldn't.  It was kinda funny, but not... kinda like the Mariners.

ANYWAY, Minor League Wrap-Up will be posted in about 45 seconds.

by Gomez on Apr 22, 2007 2:11 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Let me guess
Hargrove: Sean, good job you're doing everything I ask.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 2:12 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

sit down Grover
your not helping

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:12 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Most feeble double ever.
You're still finished, GA.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:13 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Remember that Felix 1-Hitter?
Good times.

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 2:15 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

that seriously feels like
moths ago, or seasons ago

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:16 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I Think I Was There...
I can't remember though.

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 2:18 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Who else thinks
they can top the 11 game losing streak they had last year?

by Happybelly on Apr 22, 2007 2:15 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Damn.
That play never works.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:15 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Vidro
Nice 2-pitch AB.

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 2:18 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Angels/D-Rays coming up.
That series will have the second-fewest walks of any on the season, just in front of Mariners/D-Rays.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:18 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Hudler says "cookie"
Vidro's spidey sense tingles.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:19 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

a walk
ummm please leave this team Raul

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:20 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

After a walk...
first-pitch DP.

I'm being completely serious when I ask, does anyone on this team have a plan?

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:20 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Swing the lumber!
Gotta go up there hackin'!!!!

Jeez Jeff, don't you know that walks are for pussies like Abreu and Jeter?

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 2:22 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

ok feww
the walk is wiped out!!

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:20 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

On the plus side
Greg Dobbs is still terrible.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:21 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Mariners are
just so pathetic.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 2:22 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Tomorrow
So does Felix go on the DL tomorrow with the team calling up Jake Woods?

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 2:25 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Probably
They'll probably just pitch Morrow.  That makes sense.

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 2:26 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

im pretty sure Baek starts tomorrow
Felix will probably go on the DL.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:27 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

didn't he pitch 2 innings yesterday?
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 2:28 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah.
I mean I think O'Flaherty got recalled when Felix went on the DL. Not sure, though.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:28 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

We actually just sent Sean Green back down
If I remember correctly...I think that's what they said on TV yesterday...

by BrettJMiller on Apr 22, 2007 2:28 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

no
I think Green got sent back down..to make room for O'Flaherty

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:28 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

In Any Case
At Mariners.com - Your complete and always correct source for breaking Seattle Mariners news - they have Sean White as the starter for tomorrow.

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 2:30 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

hahaha
gotta love god ole' M's.com

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:31 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oh yes.
You're right.

Hope you enjoyed your one day in the big leagues, Green.

So tomorrow it should be Felix --> DL (retroactive), and Baek --> Seattle.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:31 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Much like a terrible comedian
this team has no concept of timing.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:25 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Willie
practices those pirouettes in his bedroom.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:28 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

holy crap
pretty good play by ballgame

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:28 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

i dont think
woods has been down in tacoma for 10 days yet.

by marinerschas2 on Apr 22, 2007 2:28 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Can't He Be Recalled
To replace an injured guy?

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 2:29 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

If a player is injured
you don't have to observe the ten-day waiting period.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:29 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Beltre
Here comes the low and away breaking stuff

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 2:32 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

on the side
i think that was my 1st comment since lurking around and reading this site almost every day since early 05

by marinerschas2 on Apr 22, 2007 2:32 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Welcome
Jeff makes the best comments.

I make the worst.

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 2:33 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Welcome.
We're terrible. Bad choice.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:34 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Also
I dispense dental diagnoses to Goose during game threads too.

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 2:34 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

actually
i've been reading game threads and comments for pretty much every game ive watched since 05. so 250ish probably, dont really know why i haven't commented

by marinerschas2 on Apr 22, 2007 2:40 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

shutup Phys
I have no clue what your saying..but im sure your wrong.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:32 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

As for Hudler
yeah, I don't think that high-inside fastball was on purpose.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:33 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Burke: non-out machine!
Ichiro: out machine :(

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

We should make it a rule in the minor leagues
to not swing at any first pitch, and pay a bonus to the guy who has the most pitches per PA
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 2:34 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

in the m's minor leagues
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 2:35 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

On my company softball team 2 years ago
That WAS a rule, and we had a jar you had to put $1 into everytime you broke it.

by Gomez on Apr 22, 2007 4:07 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

If this were the 8th inning
Ichiro would hit a homer right here.

Instead he's going to pop out to center.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:35 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Ichiro is so not
clutch.
Serenity Now!

by Coach Owens on Apr 22, 2007 2:36 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

ok, just get rid of everyone on this team
except for Burke and Felix...just build the team around the young stud and grity-veteran back-up catcher.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:37 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I have to be admit
I think it'd be hilarious if Bavasi said he's going to do that in a press conference.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:38 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

lol
I really don't think I'd be too upset either.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:40 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

"Jamie's been waiting his whole life
to make an Opening Day roster. Well, as of an hour ago, he's one of only two players left."

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:42 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

hahahaha
I just pictured Bavasi saying that...good stuff.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:44 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Bobbleheads Coordinate
Are they still giving away the trains?

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 2:38 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

It's bad
when I enjoy watching the generic nobody pitchers more than the veteran $8m ones.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:40 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Even if I were watching this shit-faced
this still wouldn't be even slightly enjoyable.

by JLC on Apr 22, 2007 2:42 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Why isn't he bringing in Mateo?
Two guys on? might as well let Mateo let them in so when we score 5 in the 8th it won't matter
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 2:43 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I kind of want to see Ichiro pitch
let him pitch the game, that'd at least be fun to watch
http://seattlesportsmaniac.blogspot.com

by LantermanC on Apr 22, 2007 2:44 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Remember
That 11 game slid kept us from the playoffs, according to Hargrove.

We might be packing up early...its clear the Angels are packing their asses...

...we're officially their bitch.

Gonna be fun going 2-17 against them this year.

by Slica on Apr 22, 2007 2:44 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Sherrill vs. Anderson
this shouldn't be very dramatic

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:45 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I prefer Ryan Adams
Among people that have "ryan" in their first name, and "Adams" as their last name.

by BrettJMiller on Apr 22, 2007 2:48 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Weaver lowers his ERA by 2 runs today
keep this up and we may see a 9 ERA by July!!

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:48 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Hes the guy
who sings grain-ily 'Everything I do...I do it for you'...'tell me its not worth dying for'...

Erm.

Yeh, I already read it during yesterday's game.

by Slica on Apr 22, 2007 2:49 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Don't forget
Tell me have you ever really
really really ever looooooooooved
...a womaaaaaaaaan

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:50 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

He was awarded the Order of Canada?
As a Canadian, I'm deeply, deeply ashamed.

by abelard on Apr 22, 2007 2:51 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

We blame you...
Oh and yeah...who could forget that song.

If you never had the balls to stand up to a girlfriend, you've prolly heard his music on some chickflick...may you RIP.

by Slica on Apr 22, 2007 2:53 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Martha and the Muffins
are still waiting.
Memories Only 'R Us

by Paytheline on Apr 22, 2007 2:56 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

hey
he also did summer of 69, and the theme song to espn's 50 states in 50 days in 05.

by marinerschas2 on Apr 22, 2007 2:50 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

The Royals got eight strong
out of Jorge De La freaking Rosa today.

Just so you know.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:51 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

WE below 1%
Time for the rally!

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:54 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Gotta bust out the Dino
Seriously...what was with the Rally Monkey? I just dont understand how it has anything to do with Anahiem or Angels. Im really asking this.

by Slica on Apr 22, 2007 2:55 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Wiki history:
The character was invented on June 6, 2000, when the Angels were trailing the San Francisco Giants in the bottom of the ninth by two runs. Two video board operators, Dean Fraulino and Jason Humes, took a clip of a monkey jumping around from the 1994 Jim Carrey movie comedy Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, and superimposed the words "RALLY MONKEY!" on top of it. Needless to say, the Halos rallied and went on to win the interleague clash. This proved to be so popular, the team decided to film their own promos with a monkey with screen experience.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 2:57 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think liking monkeys was a teenage fad
I remember when I first got into high school, it was hip to talk about Monkeys, a lot.  Which was rather retarded.  Anaheim hopped the bandwagon because their town sucks.

by BrettJMiller on Apr 22, 2007 2:57 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Just like Hollywood
Completely unoriginal.

by Slica on Apr 22, 2007 2:58 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

dane cook
He had an entire bit about this on his second album.  

"What if after the heist, you jump into the van and the monkey is driving the van?"

Sports and Bremertonians. Because we can.

by wackomann on Apr 22, 2007 3:31 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Did the Simpsons start that?
specifically the episode in which Homer gets the "helper monkey"

by Bhamster on Apr 22, 2007 3:05 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Cain
blowing his CG shutout...Felix doesn't do that.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:56 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

What is this BB shit Raul?
Walks are for pussies, hasn't he learned anything about being a Mariner?

by BrettJMiller on Apr 22, 2007 2:56 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

another walk??
get the hell out of here Raul.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 2:56 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Ball to Richie's Bat
Hey bat, I'm way down here!
Memories Only 'R Us

by Paytheline on Apr 22, 2007 2:58 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

....and the TiVo switches to Dodgeball
Sweet, sweet release.

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 3:00 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

....and the TiVo switches to Dodgeball
Sweet, sweet release.

by Colby In Boston on Apr 22, 2007 3:00 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Willie Bloomquist
has nothing on Joey Cora.

by Slica on Apr 22, 2007 3:00 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

I just woke up
Oh, hey!  This team still sucks.

by ThundaPC on Apr 22, 2007 3:01 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

By the way
if you thought our pitching was bad before, we go to Texas tomorrow.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 3:01 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

ye
but we go with the Ranger killer..Cha Baek!!

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 3:02 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

yes not ye
stupid slow internet.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 3:02 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

"Molina has called a great game today."
Santana: What's the plan?
Molina: Throw the ball to me.
Santana: Then what?
Molina: That's it.
Santana: That's it?
Molina: That's it.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 3:03 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

how the hell
do you give up an infield hit to a Molina?

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 3:04 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Infield hit by Bengie Molina
Words fail me.
Memories Only 'R Us

by Paytheline on Apr 22, 2007 3:04 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Gagne leaves ranger game
with injury...glad to see that worked out well for Texas.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 3:05 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Lol...
The M's are taking meeeeeeeeee

To the point of no return
No holding back, no
No holding back
Take meeeeee
To the point of no return.

by Slica on Apr 22, 2007 3:05 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Checking back in
I see the Mariners extended their deficit to five runs back.

Any word on Weaver? I keep fantasizing that he mouthed off to Hargrove in the clubhouse, or was caught in the locker room smoking up, and was kicked out.

by Katal LM on Apr 22, 2007 3:05 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Hopefully
Hes not injured...that would just be terrible luck for the Mariners.

come on luck...

Eh-erm.

by Slica on Apr 22, 2007 3:08 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

how the heck
are the Giants one game over .500???

oh thats right..they get to play NL teams.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 3:09 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

dude...
check out the ERA on the Giant's starting pitching.  And if that fails to impress you, at least we didn't trade a top notch reliever for a pitcher about to be DFA'd ;-)

by kenshin1 on Apr 22, 2007 3:10 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

yeah
there pitching staff is actually pretty decent..until Ortiz starts to suck, I'm just surprised they swept Arizona and that they have a winning record.  They look like the worst team in baseball about 1 week ago.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 3:13 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

indeed...
much weeping and gnashing of teeth occurred in the kenshin household at that time.

by kenshin1 on Apr 22, 2007 3:14 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Burke
for DH!

Let Vidro be the backup catcher.

Hes big enough that the ball wont go wild and away. Hes practically wearing a cellulite goalie uniform anyways.

by Slica on Apr 22, 2007 3:12 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Since Guillen hasn't done anything here
I'm starting to get pretty pissed off.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 3:14 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

at the game where harden crushed us
i kept calling Vidro the fat guy, and making references to doughnuts and cake. My girlfriend kept telling me to be nice to him.

by marinerschas2 on Apr 22, 2007 3:15 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Make it a deal...
...if she doesn't ever take you to see Bryan Adams.

by Slica on Apr 22, 2007 3:16 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

he is a professional hitter
he can take the abuse

by mark s on Apr 22, 2007 3:16 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Quick!
Score 4 runs so you can get our hopes up and lose again!

by mark s on Apr 22, 2007 3:15 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

In retrospect
maybe that guy shouldn't be bald.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 3:15 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Eddings was impressed with that play.
Because Beltre was safe.  But I understand him just wanting to go home.

by BrettJMiller on Apr 22, 2007 3:16 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

"The Wizard of OC"?
New candidate for worst nickname ever.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 3:16 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

i thought
tie went to the runner

by thenatural on Apr 22, 2007 3:16 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Texas wins
Alone in last place!

I wish they hadn't redecorated while we were gone.

by Jeff on Apr 22, 2007 3:17 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

shutup Phys
your nicknames suck balls.

by MFAN on Apr 22, 2007 3:17 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

If the tie doesn't go to the runner
You just might be a Seattle Mariner.

by JLC on Apr 22, 2007 3:18 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Can we
have the sinking ship logo return?  

by abelard on Apr 22, 2007 3:21 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Great
Thanks Jeff.

by abelard on Apr 22, 2007 3:33 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wow
Wisconsin got beat pretty bad.

Tacoma playing like Seattle right now.

by Slica on Apr 22, 2007 3:21 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Wlad
was ejected by the ump for arguing balls and strikes.

What id give to see an ump/ref punched by a Seattle player.

by Slica on Apr 22, 2007 3:24 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wlad must be pissed about it too
He's the only one doing anything night after night, while Bryan LaHair, Rob Johnson and Jeff Clement are hitting like crap and killing rallies.  Eventually, as a kid, you boil over.

by Gomez on Apr 22, 2007 4:16 PM PDT up reply actions   0 recs

scary but meaningless
Can anyone guess what the 2004 Mariners' record was after 14 games?  

If you said 6-8, give yourself a pat on the back.  The 2006 team also started out 6-8.  

Your current Mariners are 5-9, the worst start of any Mariner team this decade.  

Sports and Bremertonians. Because we can.

by wackomann on Apr 22, 2007 3:28 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Break this whole fucking team up right now
Call up anyone in the minors worth a shit and trade/DFA/release whoever's keeping them from a starting gig, because anyone in Tacoma or West Tennessee can't do any fucking worse than this squad's doing right now.

by Gomez on Apr 22, 2007 4:08 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

This caught my eye
NHL suspends Flames goalie 5 games

April 22, 2007

NEW YORK (AP) -- The NHL came down hard Sunday on Calgary, suspending goalie Jamie McLennan for five games and fining coach Jim Playfair $25,000 and the team $100,000 for actions late in Game 5 of the Flames' first-round series against the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday.

McLennan was given a match penalty for slashing Detroit's Johan Franzen in the midsection at 17:01 of the third period, one of four penalties the Flames were assessed for aggressive and illegal use of the stick (slashing or cross-checking) in the closing minutes of the Red Wings' 5-1 victory.

... Jamie McLennan is still playing?!

by Gomez on Apr 22, 2007 4:20 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

Great postgame interview
FSN cut to Hargrove, who was slumped over the chair with his head in his hands, as he was being asked about Weaver.  Says it all.

BTW Grover confirmed weaner will make his next start.  (I mistyped Weaver but it's hilariously accurate so I'm leaving it)

by Gomez on Apr 22, 2007 4:31 PM PDT reply actions   0 recs

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