I'm not calling a WS win, but I feel like the confidence is higher than years past. And the whole lineup can swing the bat. Consistently good at bats. Rarely a free out, even from the pitcher's spot. And the pitching overall is better than years past, as well. ______________________________ http://i.imgur.com/v2ye7l2.jpg
10. "I don't see why not, this is the best team they've had" In response to Reply # 1
That whole lineup hits. I can't believe how good Chris Taylor has been. Kershaw is the best pitcher and Jansen is the best closer. Rich Hill being healthy and locked in come playoff time will be a key.
5. "Is he available for a bag of erotic goods? " In response to Reply # 4
Regardless of CK going on the DL, our 4th starter has been in flux all season so I'm hoping we can find a reasonable price for either Darvish or Verlander
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"have fun reveling in your pettiness tho" (C) Dula summing up 98% of OKS
"I didnt finish a damn thing...matter of fact I jerked off after she left." -Kobe speaking to investigators
7. "it's interesting that the really good teams" In response to Reply # 6 Wed Jul-26-17 09:13 AM by rob
are good enough and have enough depth/prospects that there are legitimate questions about whether someone like j.d. martinez or some of the available starting pitchers would actually be improvements.
8. "Taking on big money could cripple these teams" In response to Reply # 7
It really doesnt make sense for a well built team with a bright future to take on JVs money. BUt a team willing to WIN NOW and possibly suck next year has a tough choice to make.
11. "Like, while we're literally sleeping?" In response to Reply # 0
I've had a hard time staying awake for west coast games and the Twins are actually in Los Angeles right now.
But if you're speaking figuratively, I'm pretty sure everybody knows the Dodgers are good. It's a pretty sizable media market. Word leaks out.
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12. "RE: Like, while we're literally sleeping?" In response to Reply # 11
I think the "sleep" is more of an "I'll believe it when I see it" attitude, which is 100% warranted due to the lack of playoff success of the past several years. Even I can't shake that attitude as an LA fan.
>I've had a hard time staying awake for west coast games and >the Twins are actually in Los Angeles right now. > >But if you're speaking figuratively, I'm pretty sure everybody >knows the Dodgers are good. It's a pretty sizable media >market. Word leaks out.
14. "Dodgers and Astros are both incredible this year" In response to Reply # 0
on the recent Ringer MLB Show podcast they were saying that these two teams aren't just great for 2017 but historically great period, on pace to be two of the best teams of all-time (and that the next four teams behind them aren't really that far off pace either).
16. "They look great now, let's see the last 20-25 games" In response to Reply # 0
It's funny around the all-star break there seemed to be a lot of nervousness but they have played really well of late.
I don't think anyone is sleeping or overlooking the Dodgers though, they get tons of ink.
I do think there is a little skepticism about the playoffs. Anything can happen in the fall. We'll see how they finish the year. I would love to see Houston win the pennant, personally.
And you will know MY JACKET IS GOLD when I lay my vengeance upon thee.
21. "I am giddy at the prospects right now, as long as Kershaw is 100% for O..." In response to Reply # 20
This rotation(with Kershaw) is going to be a monster in a playoff series, the pen is legit, the lineup is deep, deep, deeper than Atlantis. I'm not burying the Cubs yet, but the rest of the national league isn't looking overly tough either. Washington is solid, but we beat them in a hell of a series last year. The hoe ass Cardinals.....I'm always hesitant to bury them, but they're not showing much.
25. "on pace for what...115 wins? that home record is savagery" In response to Reply # 23
-The Knicks’ coaching search still includes a lone frontrunner, Kurt Rambis, whose qualifications for the position include a strong relationship with Jackson and a willingness to take the job.
28. "Even if they hit 115-ish, won't tell the whole story" In response to Reply # 25
We've seen teams in the 110-win range like the Angels, Mariners, etc. I think this team is more impressive so far. Again though what really matters is your play down the stretch. Of course we will see how they handle it, because with a cushion they may coast a little. Not necessarily a bad thing, just makes them a little tougher to evaluate going into the playoffs. I think they have had something like 18 series sweeps this year. That is crazy. I wonder what the all time record is.
And you will know MY JACKET IS GOLD when I lay my vengeance upon thee.
29. "19/18 are 1 and 2." In response to Reply # 28
New York Mets during 1986: 19 sweeps. Atlanta Braves during 1997: 19 sweeps. Kansas City Royals during 1977: 19 sweeps. Boston Red Sox during 1978: 18 sweeps. Philadelphia Phillies during 1977: 18 sweeps.
this dude apparently specifically tracks this stuff for...whatever reason lol.
-The Knicks’ coaching search still includes a lone frontrunner, Kurt Rambis, whose qualifications for the position include a strong relationship with Jackson and a willingness to take the job.
32. "not sure how i feel about these recent pick ups" In response to Reply # 0
Yu looked great his first game, but has looked meh since, and now he's on the disabled list. Granderson can't hit for shit, unless it's an occasional HR (Joc Pederson can't hit either, but i feel he's a far better defensive player).
35. "Yu is pre-cautionary, Grandy's OPS is the 2nd highest of his career " In response to Reply # 32
And over .900 against key playoff pitchers that we may face, and it also allowed us to send Joc down to AAA to take the pressure off him and work on his swing.
As for Yu, even while not being able to locate, he's sub 3 era. We use the DL as a pre-cautionary measure often and same thing here, also allows the player to work on mechanics. A huge reason we have the depth we have and continue to acquire it is to allow for these stints.
--------------------------------- <--The drought is over
"have fun reveling in your pettiness tho" (C) Dula summing up 98% of OKS
"I didnt finish a damn thing...matter of fact I jerked off after she left." -Kobe speaking to investigators
37. "Grandy a great bat to have off the bench, vet presence." In response to Reply # 32
He won't hurt you
-The Knicks’ coaching search still includes a lone frontrunner, Kurt Rambis, whose qualifications for the position include a strong relationship with Jackson and a willingness to take the job.
43. "All timer.... I won't forget that game for a long time" In response to Reply # 40
Gotta love how Rich just walked off the mound like a professional. Damn. Also, I wonder if losing the perfect game made the walkoff not hurt so much. ______________________________ http://i.imgur.com/v2ye7l2.jpg
42. "Sucks the offense had their outlier night on a performance like Rich's " In response to Reply # 0
25 runs stranded, albeit 2 excellent defensive plays by the Pirates to deny runs. I guess that's bound to happen when neither of your clean-up hitters are in the lineup (JT rest day, Belly on the 10 day).
Regardless of outcome, incredible game by Rich and one to build on, particularly with how he threw the fb at a higher rate which completely had the Pirates off-balance
--------------------------------- <--The drought is over
"have fun reveling in your pettiness tho" (C) Dula summing up 98% of OKS
"I didnt finish a damn thing...matter of fact I jerked off after she left." -Kobe speaking to investigators
50. "RE: The Dodgers...." In response to Reply # 0
I have tried to remain calm during the entire season. In August I really started to get excited. Maybe this is our year. There is no way we are going to collapse in September again. We are winning a ring this year. Man man man this fucking team. I hope they prove me wrong.
November 8th, 2005 The greatest night in the history of GD!
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