MLB Discussion Thread

[Xiomera]

Originally Posted by Bengals78

Scott Rolen was called out looking at strike 3 that had to be saved by the catcher from hitting the dirt. Never made it above mid-shin.

I bet Johnny Damon knows how he feels right now ...

[prock]

Originally Posted by Brodeur

We've had two beyond awful calls against us this year that were worse.

In all honesty, no. This one didn't end up affecting the outcome of the game at all like the perfect game one, but that was at least a fairly close play at first. This was probably one of the worst calls I have ever seen. Again, it didn't affect the outcome of the game so it doesn't matter, but this is wayyyyyy more obvious then the two against you guys.

[holt_bruce81]

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB1000...108198050.html

One year from today, the Mets will add to their payroll a 47-year-old, past-his-prime power hitter who has a reputation as a malcontent—a player who has been retired from professional baseball for nine years and won't play another game again.

starting on July 1, 2011, Bobby Bonilla will remain on the franchise's payroll for 25 years, collecting an annual salary of $1,193,248.20. Those are the terms the Mets agreed to Jan. 3, 2000, when they bought out the final year of Mr. Bonilla's contract.

Well that's pretty sweet.

[prock]

Originally Posted by holt_bruce81

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB1000...108198050.html





Well that's pretty sweet.

Hahahahahaha. This is why Steve Phillips is currently on TV, not in a front office.

[Bengals78]

Originally Posted by prock

Hahahahahaha. This is why Steve Phillips was on TV porking fat broads, not in a front office.

fixed for accuracy

[Jughead10]

Originally Posted by fenikz

• Max Scherzer and Daniel Schlereth for Edwin ******* Jackson and Ian Kennedy...WHY!?

This one still remains to be seen.

[bsaza2358]

Here's a better question: How come Schlereth isn't in the majors yet? The kid is a huge talent and has the stuff to get guys out. Is it a money thing?

[Brodeur]

Originally Posted by bsaza2358

Here's a better question: How come Schlereth isn't in the majors yet? The kid is a huge talent and has the stuff to get guys out. Is it a money thing?

Because his control blows.

[Michigan]

Originally Posted by prock

In all honesty, no. This one didn't end up affecting the outcome of the game at all like the perfect game one, but that was at least a fairly close play at first. This was probably one of the worst calls I have ever seen. Again, it didn't affect the outcome of the game so it doesn't matter, but this is wayyyyyy more obvious then the two against you guys.

http://detroit.tigers.mlb.com/video/...91381&c_id=det

Given the game situation, I don't know how that isn't the worst call of the year.

Oh, and Schlereth and his 6.7 walks per 9 innings are getting called up.

http://www.blessyouboys.com/2010/7/1...ts-the-call-to

[yodapoop]

Yeah the pitch that was a good 7 or 8 inches off the plate, outside, and prolly even a little low was the worst call of the year. I think the umpire had some more drinking or something that night.

[scottyboy]

sooo Cano for AL MVP...amirite?

[Jughead10]

Originally Posted by scottyboy

sooo Cano for AL MVP...amirite?

He's been slowing down. But he's still super sexy. Big hit Sunday night. He's being so much more patient. It's showing up in the his walk total a bit but he's consistently working counts deeper this year. The weirdest thing is that he's been pounding lefties. Most of his HRs are off lefties.

[P-L]

Originally Posted by scottyboy

sooo Cano for AL MVP...amirite?

As of now, probably Morneau if the Twins win the Central and Cano if they don't.

[Giantsfan1080]

Miguel Cabrera has to be there also.

[Forenci]

Yeah, Morneau and Miggy probably have him beat.

[yo123]

Cano is definitely in the conversation with both of them. His numbers aren't quite as good but he plays a more premium position than first base. I'd have Morneau with a slight lead followed closely by Cano and Cabrera in that order.

[Scotty D]

Originally Posted by yo123

Cano is definitely in the conversation with both of them. His numbers aren't quite as good but he plays a more premium position than first base. I'd have Morneau with a slight lead followed closely by Cano and Cabrera in that order.

Cabrera has 16 more RBI, 2 more HR, and a higher slugging percentage.

[yo123]

Originally Posted by Scotty D

Cabrera has 16 more RBI, 2 more HR, and a higher slugging percentage.

RBI's are stupid, and the slugging percentage difference is less than Morneau's advantage in OBP.

[Hines]

Pirates seem to be heavy favorites with Mexican 15 year old pitcher, Luis Heredia. I don't know if I should be too excited since the Pirates were suppose to land Sano last year.

[Scotty D]

Originally Posted by yo123

RBI's are stupid, and the slugging percentage difference is less than Morneau's advantage in OBP.

I don't think OBP wins MVP votes.

[yo123]

Originally Posted by Scotty D

I don't think OBP wins MVP votes.

I'm talking about who should win it, not who will. Morneau traditionally fades down the stretch though so with that factored in Cabrera might be the favorite.

[Hines]

Marlins inquire about Dotel.

[Bengals78]

In the top of the 7th inning, the Reds have scored 9 runs off of 3 hits, 6 walks, 1 error and 1 passed ball.

[MidwayMonster31]

Things just keep getting better and better on the North side...

[holt_bruce81]

Ryan Ludwick is headed to the DL.

Tremendous, that means more playing time for Nick Stavinoha. I think I'm going to be sick.