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Post by DrTorch on Sept 13, 2017 10:53:25 GMT -5
I wouldn't bet on Almonte making the post season roster. Francona has asked Kipnis to start working in the outfield. He played Centerfield in college. LOL there is no way Kipnis plays CF in the playoffs. That's rich. Almonte is out 2nd best defensive OF, and like I said, Naquin was horrible last year in the post season defensively. |
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Post by vottruckers on Sept 13, 2017 11:38:59 GMT -5
I wouldn't bet on Almonte making the post season roster. Francona has asked Kipnis to start working in the outfield. He played Centerfield in college. LOL there is no way Kipnis plays CF in the playoffs. That's rich. Almonte is out 2nd best defensive OF, and like I said, Naquin was horrible last year in the post season defensively. Santana played in the OF in the World Series last year. ANYTHING is possible. |
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Post by DrTorch on Sept 13, 2017 12:01:59 GMT -5
OF is not CF, any moron can play LF.
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Post by BellevueBuckeye on Sept 13, 2017 19:51:38 GMT -5
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A new American League record.
This has been one hell of a run.
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Post by quiz on Sept 13, 2017 20:13:53 GMT -5
I looked up "1916 New York Giants baseball schedule" and found that the Giants did not play one away game during their streak. All they played were Home Games.
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Post by Willard Fillmore on Sept 13, 2017 21:49:37 GMT -5
I wouldn't bet on Almonte making the post season roster. Francona has asked Kipnis to start working in the outfield. He played Centerfield in college. LOL there is no way Kipnis plays CF in the playoffs. That's rich. Almonte is out 2nd best defensive OF, and like I said, Naquin was horrible last year in the post season defensively. You think you know more than Francona? That's poor. You think Almonte is better than Jackson. Chis has played more Centerfield than Almonte has. The kid up from Double A is a better outfielder than Almonte. When Zimmer was out with a concussion he played Centerfield against a righty, not Almonte. The only thing Almonte has going for him is he's a switch hitter. If Brantley makes the post season roster that moves Almonte further down the list of best outfielders. If Brantley is close, Francona will have him on the post season roster and just not play him until he's ready. Can Almonte play 2nd base? Who do you think Francona would rather have on the post season roster, Almonte or Kipnis? Who would Francona rather have as a left handed pitch hitter Almonte or Kipnis? How many outfielders should be on the post season roster? Lucky for Almonte, Zimmer broke his hand, if not Almonte would be an after thought. In today's game for the record, Naquin started in CF, not Almonte. Guyer pinch hit for Naquin not Almonte. Allen was the replacement in Centerfield, not Almonte |
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Post by Willard Fillmore on Sept 13, 2017 22:02:40 GMT -5
OF is not CF, any moron can play LF. You couldn't play LF |
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Post by Willard Fillmore on Sept 13, 2017 22:10:54 GMT -5
The Indians have hit more home runs during the winning streak than runs scored by their opponents.
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Post by DrTorch on Sept 14, 2017 12:16:52 GMT -5
LOL there is no way Kipnis plays CF in the playoffs. That's rich. Almonte is out 2nd best defensive OF, and like I said, Naquin was horrible last year in the post season defensively. You think you know more than Francona? That's poor. You think Almonte is better than Jackson. Chis has played more Centerfield than Almonte has. The kid up from Double A is a better outfielder than Almonte. When Zimmer was out with a concussion he played Centerfield against a righty, not Almonte. The only thing Almonte has going for him is he's a switch hitter. If Brantley makes the post season roster that moves Almonte further down the list of best outfielders. If Brantley is close, Francona will have him on the post season roster and just not play him until he's ready. Can Almonte play 2nd base? Who do you think Francona would rather have on the post season roster, Almonte or Kipnis? Who would Francona rather have as a left handed pitch hitter Almonte or Kipnis? How many outfielders should be on the post season roster? Lucky for Almonte, Zimmer broke his hand, if not Almonte would be an after thought. In today's game for the record, Naquin started in CF, not Almonte. Guyer pinch hit for Naquin not Almonte. Allen was the replacement in Centerfield, not Almonte i think i know more than you, and i'm right when you see Kipnis with an 8 next to his name in the boxscore during the playoffs you give me a call <B and yes, i do think Almonte is a better defensive CF than Jackson, although they are both light years ahead of everyone else not named Zimmer...either way, you are not going to see Kipnis in (LOL!) Center Field during the post season ps: the winning streak started when Kipnis went to the bench, just fyi...he has been awful all season because he is hurt |
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Post by tommygunn on Sept 14, 2017 12:48:39 GMT -5
Unreal what the Tribe is doing. Just stay healthy boys.
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Post by quiz on Sept 14, 2017 15:54:36 GMT -5
Now that they've reached the record, will they have a let down? With another win they could past the 1935 Cubs and be in second place.
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Post by Willard Fillmore on Sept 14, 2017 21:06:53 GMT -5
You think you know more than Francona? That's poor. You think Almonte is better than Jackson. Chis has played more Centerfield than Almonte has. The kid up from Double A is a better outfielder than Almonte. When Zimmer was out with a concussion he played Centerfield against a righty, not Almonte. The only thing Almonte has going for him is he's a switch hitter. If Brantley makes the post season roster that moves Almonte further down the list of best outfielders. If Brantley is close, Francona will have him on the post season roster and just not play him until he's ready. Can Almonte play 2nd base? Who do you think Francona would rather have on the post season roster, Almonte or Kipnis? Who would Francona rather have as a left handed pitch hitter Almonte or Kipnis? How many outfielders should be on the post season roster? Lucky for Almonte, Zimmer broke his hand, if not Almonte would be an after thought. In today's game for the record, Naquin started in CF, not Almonte. Guyer pinch hit for Naquin not Almonte. Allen was the replacement in Centerfield, not Almonte i think i know more than you, and i'm right when you see Kipnis with an 8 next to his name in the boxscore during the playoffs you give me a call <B and yes, i do think Almonte is a better defensive CF than Jackson, although they are both light years ahead of everyone else not named Zimmer...either way, you are not going to see Kipnis in (LOL!) Center Field during the post season ps: the winning streak started when Kipnis went to the bench, just fyi...he has been awful all season because he is hurt |
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Post by Willard Fillmore on Sept 14, 2017 21:10:09 GMT -5
Not me, FRANCONA wants to see Kipnis in the outfield. Not me, FRANCONA wants Kipnis on the post season roster. NOT ME, you're the loser who thinks he knows more than Francona!!
BTW, during the streak. 6 outfielders have played more games than Almonte and Brantley has been on tha DL during the streak. 18 position players have played during the streak, 16 have played more than Almonte. Almonte has played in 8 of the 22. Double A rookie OF Greg Allen has played in 3 more games than Almonte. Double A rookie Mejia has played in more games than Almonte. Only Tyler Naquin has played a couple fewer games than Almonte.
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Post by BellevueBuckeye on Sept 14, 2017 21:33:27 GMT -5
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Bruuuuuuuuce!
Haven't had a walk-off in a while, so this was a fun way to get to the longest winning streak in MLB history not involving ties
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Post by sportsjock on Sept 14, 2017 22:32:05 GMT -5
This is crazy amazing!!!
As the bottom of the 10th began unfolding with runner in scoring position and then the walk and Jay Bruce at bat, you could see the script and storyline before it actually happened. You just knew Bruce was going to do something special.
This team has had so many special moments the past month, enough for a lifetime!
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Post by Birdman on Sept 14, 2017 23:35:27 GMT -5
These guys just keeping winning! What is even more impressive, is their finding any and all ways to win!!
Some people are waiting for the come down, it will come, but these guys will take it with a grain of salt. These guys are peaking at just the right time. A lot of guys don't want to repeat like last year and I think with that salt in the wounds still there for some, it makes it that more important to keep winning.
Kipnis in the outfield...... Terry is a much better coach than us all, I guess I am taking a leap of faith if he makes it out there.
I don't see these guys losing much more if they keep this kind of fire going. I know many have waited longer, but I want this WSC more than anything!!!
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Post by Willard Fillmore on Sept 15, 2017 0:02:39 GMT -5
During the Streak Indians relievers now have pitched 32 2/3 consecutive scoreless innings.
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Post by BellevueBuckeye on Sept 15, 2017 7:26:25 GMT -5
The Indians have clinched a playoff spot - it became official when the Angels lost last night
As for the division crown, the magic number to clinch that is now down to 3
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Post by 1percenter on Sept 15, 2017 7:50:34 GMT -5
Take a look at the years. This is special
Top 10 longest win streaks in MLB history
26 - 1916 NY Giants
22 - 2017 Cleveland Indians
21 - 1880 Chicago White Stockings
21 - 1935 Chicago Cubs
20 - 1884 St Louis Maroons
20 - 1884 Providence Grays
20 - 2002 Oakland Athletics
19 - 1906 Chicago White Sox
19 - 1947 NY Yankees
18 - 1885 Chicago White Stockings
18 - 1891 Boston Beaneaters
18 - 1904 NY Giants
18 - 1953 NY Yankees
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Post by DrTorch on Sept 15, 2017 9:59:35 GMT -5
Not me, FRANCONA wants to see Kipnis in the outfield. Not me, FRANCONA wants Kipnis on the post season roster. NOT ME, you're the loser who thinks he knows more than Francona!! BTW, during the streak. 6 outfielders have played more games than Almonte and Brantley has been on tha DL during the streak. 18 position players have played during the streak, 16 have played more than Almonte. Almonte has played in 8 of the 22. Double A rookie OF Greg Allen has played in 3 more games than Almonte. Double A rookie Mejia has played in more games than Almonte. Only Tyler Naquin has played a couple fewer games than Almonte. Cause it is September dude, rosters expanded. Of course lots of OF will play. Like i said, Kipnis might play in the OF, no surprise there, but it won't be in center. |
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Post by cbus on Sept 15, 2017 14:40:39 GMT -5
Cause it is September dude, rosters expanded. Of course lots of OF will play. Like i said, Kipnis might play in the OF, no surprise there, but it won't be in center. I heard Jenson Lewis on the radio today say he thought Kipnis will start in center a few games next week. He's been looking very impressive in practice, they don't want to break up the current infield but want to see if Kipnis can help with the bat. If he doesn't hit well in these next 2 weeks then I assume he won't play in the OF during the playoffs. I like a platoon with Jackson but we'll see how rusty Kipnis is. |
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Post by DrTorch on Sept 15, 2017 14:56:14 GMT -5
regular season isn't post season, still don't think you see Kipnis in CF in the playoffs
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Post by quiz on Sept 15, 2017 14:59:19 GMT -5
Every year when the tribe finishes up I am just happy if they can finish above .500...no problem this year.
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Post by Willard Fillmore on Sept 15, 2017 18:58:49 GMT -5
Not me, FRANCONA wants to see Kipnis in the outfield. Not me, FRANCONA wants Kipnis on the post season roster. NOT ME, you're the loser who thinks he knows more than Francona!! BTW, during the streak. 6 outfielders have played more games than Almonte and Brantley has been on tha DL during the streak. 18 position players have played during the streak, 16 have played more than Almonte. Almonte has played in 8 of the 22. Double A rookie OF Greg Allen has played in 3 more games than Almonte. Double A rookie Mejia has played in more games than Almonte. Only Tyler Naquin has played a couple fewer games than Almonte. Cause it is September dude, rosters expanded. Of course lots of OF will play. Like i said, Kipnis might play in the OF, no surprise there, but it won't be in center. Dudette, if all goes according to plan Kipnis WILL play CF Sunday. Complain to FRANCONA, I'm just the messenger. If there was no intent to play Kipnis in CF in the playoffs, then why the heck play him there in the last 2 weeks of the regular season LEADING UP to the playoffs?? That WOULD be a waste of time. No one, including FRANCONA has said he would play there every inning of every game. Unlike you and me, FRANCONA will never leave any option go untested. If you were honest with yourself you know Tito loves players who can play multiple positions. That turns a 25 man roster into a 30 man roster. A big advantage. |
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Post by DrTorch on Sept 15, 2017 19:03:30 GMT -5
call me when he is playing CF in October
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Post by Willard Fillmore on Sept 15, 2017 19:17:33 GMT -5
call me when he is playing CF in October You aren't going to be watching in October? Does one inning in CF count? Again, FRANCONA isn't saying he will play CF every inning of every game in the playoffs, but if needed FRANCONA wants to know if he can. FRANCONA isn't a hater doubter like you. You make assumptions without experimentation. If everyone was like you we still wouldn't have the light bulb. |
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Post by DrTorch on Sept 15, 2017 19:19:59 GMT -5
just don't see it happening in the playoffs, if i'm wrong i'm wrong, i just don't see it
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Post by Willard Fillmore on Sept 15, 2017 19:21:18 GMT -5
just don't see it happening in the playoffs, if i'm wrong i'm wrong, i just don't see it All FRANCONA wants you to do is imagine. What if 2 outfielders get injured? Do you make any plans further ahead than today? |
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Post by DrTorch on Sept 15, 2017 19:35:45 GMT -5
yeah but usually only sane ones
i know that puts me in the minority
CF is a glove first position, Defense is the carrying tool, not offense. Could he see CF in some weird distortion of normalcy? Sure. He could also pitch. So it goes. I just don't see either one happening.
If (3) OFs got hurt Kipnis still wouldn't be a guy I turned to. He would be like, what, 15th on my OF depth chart? C'mon man. Let's argue reality here. Could it happen, sure. Could little green men land a flying saucer in the middle of the diamond and ask Corey Kluber to take them to his leader? Sure. But C'mon.
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Post by DrTorch on Sept 15, 2017 19:39:06 GMT -5
i think there is a good chance Kipnis could see LF in the playoffs, but no way CF
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