What is wrong with the Cleveland Indians?
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HD's Weekend Recap, Meatloaf Style: "Two out of 3 aint bad."
-Friday, July 3rd: The Tribe clobbered the A's in the battle of the two bottom dwellers, 15-3. The Player of the Game honors have to go to Shin-Soo Choo who hit his 11th and 12th home runs of the season and set a career-high with seven RBIs in the win.
I know it was only one outing and it came in a blowout, but it was nice to see Chris Perez bounce back Friday after his disastrous opening act earlier in the week.
-On July 4th, my Goombah, C-Pav was stellar. He worked 6.2 commendable innings in route to a 5-2 Indian victory. Tony Sipp and Joe Smith provided a solid bridge to Kerry Wood who recorded a 1-2-3 ninth for his 10th save. I personally witnessed the firework display coming from Jacob's Field from a nearby beach off the shore of Lake Erie.
-During Saturday night’s game, Ben Francisco went 3-3 with a home run and two RBI. Ryan Garko had four hits over the weekend as well. Good to see the ol' SoCal buddies have a good weekend.
-Sunday, the last game of the series between the A's featured two pitchers of different sorts. Reigning Cy Younger Cliff Lee vs. Gio Gonzalez who was searching for his first win of the season. With a win, the Indians would've earned their 2nd sweep of the season. Wouldn't you know it though, the same ol' crap happened. NO RUN SUPPORT FOR CLIFFY and the Tribe lose (5-2)!
-Update from the Land of Misfits, aka "the weak, wounded and lost": Rafel Betancourt pitched a scoreless inning of work in Columbus yesterday to start his rehab assignment. In the strange but true category, the game was started by Fausto Carmona who went five innings, giving up one run on six hits, striking out five, and walking one. Betancourt followed. The last three innings were pitched by Jensen Lewis (two) and Masa Kobayashi (one). All four were mainstays in the Tribe opening day pitching staff.
-Friday, July 3rd: The Tribe clobbered the A's in the battle of the two bottom dwellers, 15-3. The Player of the Game honors have to go to Shin-Soo Choo who hit his 11th and 12th home runs of the season and set a career-high with seven RBIs in the win.
I know it was only one outing and it came in a blowout, but it was nice to see Chris Perez bounce back Friday after his disastrous opening act earlier in the week.
-On July 4th, my Goombah, C-Pav was stellar. He worked 6.2 commendable innings in route to a 5-2 Indian victory. Tony Sipp and Joe Smith provided a solid bridge to Kerry Wood who recorded a 1-2-3 ninth for his 10th save. I personally witnessed the firework display coming from Jacob's Field from a nearby beach off the shore of Lake Erie.
-During Saturday night’s game, Ben Francisco went 3-3 with a home run and two RBI. Ryan Garko had four hits over the weekend as well. Good to see the ol' SoCal buddies have a good weekend.
-Sunday, the last game of the series between the A's featured two pitchers of different sorts. Reigning Cy Younger Cliff Lee vs. Gio Gonzalez who was searching for his first win of the season. With a win, the Indians would've earned their 2nd sweep of the season. Wouldn't you know it though, the same ol' crap happened. NO RUN SUPPORT FOR CLIFFY and the Tribe lose (5-2)!
-Update from the Land of Misfits, aka "the weak, wounded and lost": Rafel Betancourt pitched a scoreless inning of work in Columbus yesterday to start his rehab assignment. In the strange but true category, the game was started by Fausto Carmona who went five innings, giving up one run on six hits, striking out five, and walking one. Betancourt followed. The last three innings were pitched by Jensen Lewis (two) and Masa Kobayashi (one). All four were mainstays in the Tribe opening day pitching staff.
Great post. I think you hit it on the head. If it were my club, Wedge would have never seen June.
Note to Wedgie: Yank Sowers After 5, you Bafoon!!!!!
Why is Jeremy Sowers allowed to pitch past the 5th inning? Why hasn't that moron of a coach figured out this trend by now?
In 11 starts, dude has only gotten past the 6th inning ONCE! It's pretty much a foregone conclusion that if Sowers is allowed to pitch the 6th inning, we lose. How much of a larger sample piece does a decision maker need?!
You ever hear that saying: "there's two things certain in life: death and taxes"? Well, add a third. "There's three things certain in life: death, taxes and the Indians losing if Sowers is allowed to pitch the 6th!"
I read somewhere that Sowers has a 3-point-something ERA from innings 1 thru 5. In innings 6, it balloons to near 81.00!
I just don't understand why Wedgie doesn't automatically go to the bullpen before the 6th inning? Reason #586 why Eric Wedge should not coaching this team anymore!
Why is Jeremy Sowers allowed to pitch past the 5th inning? Why hasn't that moron of a coach figured out this trend by now?
In 11 starts, dude has only gotten past the 6th inning ONCE! It's pretty much a foregone conclusion that if Sowers is allowed to pitch the 6th inning, we lose. How much of a larger sample piece does a decision maker need?!
You ever hear that saying: "there's two things certain in life: death and taxes"? Well, add a third. "There's three things certain in life: death, taxes and the Indians losing if Sowers is allowed to pitch the 6th!"
I read somewhere that Sowers has a 3-point-something ERA from innings 1 thru 5. In innings 6, it balloons to near 81.00!
I just don't understand why Wedgie doesn't automatically go to the bullpen before the 6th inning? Reason #586 why Eric Wedge should not coaching this team anymore!
I've heard it all now! Bizarre Indians Minor League Giveaway....
The team is calling it a “unique” giveaway which may be the understatement of the year. The best part? The July 8th game against Auburn falls conveniently on an ”All You Can Eat” Wednesday. Talk about having your target audience in the house! Those Scrappers sure know how to promote!!!!
Mahoning Valley Scrappers: News: Article
Calling all FATS!!!!.........
You can’t make this stuff up. I know that the minor leagues are known for their oft insane promotions, but this one has to take the cake. No pun intended. Okay, maybe a little.The team is calling it a “unique” giveaway which may be the understatement of the year. The best part? The July 8th game against Auburn falls conveniently on an ”All You Can Eat” Wednesday. Talk about having your target audience in the house! Those Scrappers sure know how to promote!!!!
Mahoning Valley Scrappers: News: Article
Thanks HD!
Well, it seems the "Cleveland Curse" followed DeRo to the Cards. He is on the DL with a torn sheath tendon in his right wrist and there is NO timetable for his return!!!! :rant:
Well, it seems the "Cleveland Curse" followed DeRo to the Cards. He is on the DL with a torn sheath tendon in his right wrist and there is NO timetable for his return!!!! :rant:
Calling all FATS!!!!.........You can’t make this stuff up. I know that the minor leagues are known for their oft insane promotions, but this one has to take the cake. No pun intended. Okay, maybe a little.
The team is calling it a “unique” giveaway which may be the understatement of the year. The best part? The July 8th game against Auburn falls conveniently on an ”All You Can Eat” Wednesday. Talk about having your target audience in the house! Those Scrappers sure know how to promote!!!!
ROFLMAO!!!!! :haha:haha:haha:haha
I just spit iced tea all over my monitor.....thanks, Matt!
Well, to make you feel better, that "prize" we got in return, Chris Perez sucks ass!
ROFLMAO!!!!! :haha:haha:haha:haha
I just spit iced tea all over my monitor.....thanks, Matt!
No prob buddy! Gotta keep a sense of humor in these gloomy dog days of Cleveland Sports.
Kerry Wood coming into the game for a FOUR OUT SAVE!!!! May God have mercy on our souls.:
Don't forget the Grand Salami by my boy, Kelly Shoppach!!
In the words of the immortal Tom Hamilton....
In the wrords of Johnny Mathis and Denice Williams:
"TOO MUCH, TOO LITTLE, TOO LATE....
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Calling all FATS!!!!.........You can’t make this stuff up. I know that the minor leagues are known for their oft insane promotions, but this one has to take the cake. No pun intended. Okay, maybe a little.
The team is calling it a “unique” giveaway which may be the understatement of the year. The best part? The July 8th game against Auburn falls conveniently on an ”All You Can Eat” Wednesday. Talk about having your target audience in the house! Those Scrappers sure know how to promote!!!!
Mahoning Valley Scrappers: News: Article
The Detroit Lions are going to have an "all you can eat" section this season. You should see the size of some our fans - bigger than most of the players.
In the wrords of Johnny Mathis and Denice Williams:
"TOO MUCH, TOO LITTLE, TOO LATE....
Not from a Detroit point of view. Thank you Tribe for slamming the Sox!
Victor Martinez Wants to Retire a Cleveland Indian
Good news for a change. Sorry to dispel the Trade Rumors, but it looks like V-Mart wants to stay in C-Town.........
Good news for a change. Sorry to dispel the Trade Rumors, but it looks like V-Mart wants to stay in C-Town.........
Where's MY Letter, Mr. Dolan?!
With the Washington Nationals sitting at 26-61 at the All-Star break, they recently decided to cut ties with Manager Manny Acta. In doing so, the front office wrote a letter to the Nats Fans. The full letter can be read here...
A letter to Nationals fans | MLB.com: News
Here's a brief snipit....
After reading that, I want to know, from an Indians standpoint, where OUR God damn letter is?! Kudos to the Washington brass! A big middle finger to the Cleveland brass! Instead of touting the tired ol' company line, I want an admission something wrong here. I want someone to be accountable. I want answers and I want them now! Where's my assurance things are going to get better?
Sure a letter won't solve the world's problems, but admitting your shortcomings would go a long way with the fan base.
Admission is the first step towards recovery after all.
I'll be waiting by the mailbox Mr. Dolan. Get your ink quill and stationary out.
With the Washington Nationals sitting at 26-61 at the All-Star break, they recently decided to cut ties with Manager Manny Acta. In doing so, the front office wrote a letter to the Nats Fans. The full letter can be read here...
A letter to Nationals fans | MLB.com: News
Here's a brief snipit....
After reading that, I want to know, from an Indians standpoint, where OUR God damn letter is?! Kudos to the Washington brass! A big middle finger to the Cleveland brass! Instead of touting the tired ol' company line, I want an admission something wrong here. I want someone to be accountable. I want answers and I want them now! Where's my assurance things are going to get better?
Sure a letter won't solve the world's problems, but admitting your shortcomings would go a long way with the fan base.
Admission is the first step towards recovery after all.
I'll be waiting by the mailbox Mr. Dolan. Get your ink quill and stationary out.
Q & A with Albert Belle
The Plain Dealer’s Paul Hoynes, the Tribe beat reporter, recently ran into (no pun intended), former masher Albert Belle at the All-Star Game. The following is a few candid Q & A's I thought were noteworthy.....
On Manny Ramirez’s recent suspension:
The Plain Dealer’s Paul Hoynes, the Tribe beat reporter, recently ran into (no pun intended), former masher Albert Belle at the All-Star Game. The following is a few candid Q & A's I thought were noteworthy.....
On Manny Ramirez’s recent suspension:
On steroids in General:
When asked if he would want to manage the Indians:
On whether the "roid-rage" Albert had back in the day was the result of steroids:
Well, there you have it. An "angry black man" who hit over 375 home runs in 12 years. Who knows what could have happened had Belle’s career not been hampered by a hip injury and the occasional off-field issues.
