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Post by baldref on Aug 29, 2016 13:12:55 GMT -5
Lex beat Shelby last season and has almost its entire starting team both offensively and defensively returning. Think this will be a reality check for Shelby, just like it was last year.
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Post by baldref on Jun 16, 2016 8:46:09 GMT -5
From The Plain Dealer:
The Indians, with a chance to go into Thursday's off day with a two-game lead in the AL Central, are tied with Kansas City instead. This was the last stop on a 10-game trip and their 20th game in 20 days. Frankly, they played like they were sleep deprived.
"That doesn't matter," said Francona. "We have a day off tomorrow. When you've got a game, you play. We're not the first team to play 20 (in a row) and we won't be the last. We just didn't play a very good ballgame."
The Indians went 10-10 in those 20 games. Over the last 10, played at Safeco Field, Angel Stadium and Kauffman Stadium, they went 4-6. The offense, in particular, looked weary.
The Indians were outscored, 39-34, on the trip. They hit .177 (11-for-62) with runners in scoring position and .202 (66-for-327) as a team. They were fortunate to win four games.
The Tribe came to Kansas City with a three-game lead and a 6-1 advantage over the Royals. It was a chance to extend their lead. Instead they wilted before the defending World Series champs. In the KC series, they were 1 for 19 with RISP.
My own observation: Can't win major league games with a minor league outfield and third baseman and no CONSISTENT bats. Can't use the "I'm tired" excuse -- other teams have the same grind. Tito covers for his players, which is admirable, but much falls on the players who won't (or can't) step-up. Just My Opinion. Been around too many years and it's the same ole' thing.
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Post by baldref on Jun 14, 2016 7:34:45 GMT -5
Chisenhall single-handily lost the game last night. Bases loaded in first and did his usual ground out then turns around and misplays a ball in the outfield that went for a triple that led to the run. cant have that bozo hitting and playing like that. still like the pitching though. still believe tribe absolutely needs outfield help as I seriously doubt we'll see Brantley again this season.
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Post by baldref on Jun 1, 2016 7:43:58 GMT -5
agree with the good DR. on that ..... scenario will be game 7, Cavs up one with time expiring and Andy V tips in a missed shot at the buzzer to give GS the championship and poke his finger into the eye of Cavs fans and the management that dealt him away......that will make everything else pale in comparison, including the drive, the fumble etc ad nauseum.....
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Post by baldref on May 31, 2016 14:41:03 GMT -5
Matchups are difficult for Cavs in this series, especially against Curry-Thompson and Green. Would love to see Cavs pull it off, but GS will probably win in five or six at most. Was at Tribe game yesterday (mistake) and stopped by Cavs team shop -- no hats left, very little in the way of championship stuff. Also as a Cavs insider tried to get tickets to 2nd home game, was offered VIP Club seats at $850 each (before fees) and respectfully declined. I can eat and drink a lot for $800+ at home, much less the DWI tickee on the drive home!
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Post by baldref on May 16, 2016 14:38:22 GMT -5
Screwed up...meant Perez....
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Post by baldref on May 16, 2016 13:59:02 GMT -5
What do you guys think about the seemingly abundance of what I call the "flavored" beers? I've toffed a few of the peach ones on vacation, and decided it isn't for me. Heck, my son tried to get me to down a chocolate flavored one and after one sip I gave it to my wife. For me, a good domestic lager has always been my calling. My German heritage begs for something better, but the ole' tastebuds and stomach ain't what they used to be.
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Post by baldref on May 16, 2016 13:51:30 GMT -5
Sandusky is the team to beat, IMO, followed by Joe's men and then possibly Shelby. Coach B really develops his players through the system and even when the talent isn't necessarily the best or deepest, he finds a way to win. Really believe the Warriors are the dark horse favorite.
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Post by baldref on May 16, 2016 13:46:15 GMT -5
Tribe continues to be competitive with the better teams and lose series to terrible teams. Very maddening pattern. You have to beat-up on the little guys and play even with the big boys to have a shot. It's early, but Brantley's injury is very disturbing and Ramierez being out and on the DL seems to have really hurt this team. And Kluber? Who knows, he's hard to figure.
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Post by baldref on Apr 26, 2016 13:49:50 GMT -5
Don't want Celtics again....bad things always seem to happen when Cavs play them, just saying
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Post by baldref on Apr 26, 2016 13:45:58 GMT -5
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