to try to improve the team. I just hope that's not used as an excuse to keep him on the roster vs. more deserving players. Signing him was a mistake and it's looking likely they'll need to come to grips with it soon as guys get healthy.
How does TC allow him to play the field the next inning. This has been allowed to happen for how long now??? Inexcusable. Tear him a new asshole
Totally agree Shecky. By and large the players play hard for Terry, but I had a major flashback to last year's discussions of fundamentals watching that play.
RE: I don't care what they paid De Aza, I'm glad they spent the money
to try to improve the team. I just hope that's not used as an excuse to keep him on the roster vs. more deserving players. Signing him was a mistake and it's looking likely they'll need to come to grips with it soon as guys get healthy.
My point wasn't what he was making. People have used it to cite a bad allocation of resources regarding Sandy. For every De Aza that "may" be a mistake he finds absolute diamonds and steals like the 4 I just mentioned for literally nothing.
Not running out that bunt was inexcusable. His 90 atbats he's taken all year have not been good either. Im betting just about every hitter in our lineup has had just as bad as a cold streak this year that has lasted 90 atbats however.... essentially a few weeks. I think the ADA bashing is WAY over the top for a 5th OF who's job is really OF insurance WAY DOWN on the depth chart but not running out bunts is inexcusable. You want to cut him over that... I have no problem with it.
And lets see. Sandy has cut Ollie Perez with 12 million left. Castillo with 8 million left.. jason Bay... Buyout on Cuddyer... Released Young...on and on and on. Why on God's green earth does anyone think Sandy would keep De Aza over money??
How does TC allow him to play the field the next inning. This has been allowed to happen for how long now??? Inexcusable. Tear him a new asshole
Totally agree Shecky. By and large the players play hard for Terry, but I had a major flashback to last year's discussions of fundamentals watching that play.
HAAAAAAAAA. "It's only spring training" - can't forget that back and forth - I didn't let that one go all season.
De Aza is struggling, so be it. It happens. He was pissed and didn't hustle. Pisses me off, but it happens. He was angry at not doing his job. But Collins not doing anything about it - inexcusable. Terry better get a tongue lashing over this.
Personally, I was pissed off about Ces slowly walking to first too. Wild pitch on ball 4, RUN. But never, EVER just walk to first regardless.
great win - getting really pumped to see Reyes back
just saw someone retweeted him and he's made like 5 twitter posts about how excited he is along with 4 or 5 instagrams. If he can even simply play the way he did for half the year in Toronto last year (.285, 20 xbh, 16 steals and only 2 CS) he's gonna be a huge addition in the leadoff spot.
I wish there was a way to see the threads right after Reyes was traded to the Rockies for Tulo. All the discussions about what people would be willing to give up to get him. And how much of his contract people here were willing to take on.
In comment 13009381 Eric on Li said: Quote: In comment 13009378 Shecky said: Quote: How does TC allow him to play the field the next inning. This has been allowed to happen for how long now??? Inexcusable. Tear him a new asshole
Totally agree Shecky. By and large the players play hard for Terry, but I had a major flashback to last year's discussions of fundamentals watching that play.
HAAAAAAAAA. "It's only spring training" - can't forget that back and forth - I didn't let that one go all season.
De Aza is struggling, so be it. It happens. He was pissed and didn't hustle. Pisses me off, but it happens. He was angry at not doing his job. But Collins not doing anything about it - inexcusable. Terry better get a tongue lashing over this.
Personally, I was pissed off about Ces slowly walking to first too. Wild pitch on ball 4, RUN. But never, EVER just walk to first regardless.
Was there a legit reason given for Ces not sliding into 2nd early in the game. I had no audio.
I wish there was a way to see the threads right after Reyes was traded to the Rockies for Tulo. All the discussions about what people would be willing to give up to get him. And how much of his contract people here were willing to take on.
I very much remember being 1 of those people, though ultimately Sandy obviously did the exact right thing. Cabrera may end up being one of the best bargains of the entire offseason. Jhonny Peralta with better defense for half price.
In comment 13009381 Eric on Li said: Quote: In comment 13009378 Shecky said: Quote: How does TC allow him to play the field the next inning. This has been allowed to happen for how long now??? Inexcusable. Tear him a new asshole
Totally agree Shecky. By and large the players play hard for Terry, but I had a major flashback to last year's discussions of fundamentals watching that play.
HAAAAAAAAA. "It's only spring training" - can't forget that back and forth - I didn't let that one go all season.
De Aza is struggling, so be it. It happens. He was pissed and didn't hustle. Pisses me off, but it happens. He was angry at not doing his job. But Collins not doing anything about it - inexcusable. Terry better get a tongue lashing over this.
Personally, I was pissed off about Ces slowly walking to first too. Wild pitch on ball 4, RUN. But never, EVER just walk to first regardless.
Was there a legit reason given for Ces not sliding into 2nd early in the game. I had no audio.
Nope. I assumed sprained wrist, ankle, ect. but it could just be Ces being Ces. Who knows?
I wish there was a way to see the threads right after Reyes was traded to the Rockies for Tulo. All the discussions about what people would be willing to give up to get him. And how much of his contract people here were willing to take on.
I don't remember any discussions about getting Reyes back but I remember plenty about trying to acquire Tulo. One writer wanted to trade Thor and Conforto for Tulo. How bad would that have been?
I wish there was a way to see the threads right after Reyes was traded to the Rockies for Tulo. All the discussions about what people would be willing to give up to get him. And how much of his contract people here were willing to take on.
I don't remember any discussions about getting Reyes back but I remember plenty about trying to acquire Tulo. One writer wanted to trade Thor and Conforto for Tulo. How bad would that have been?
Two players people here constantly campaigned for were Gomez and Tulo. Thank God we didn't trade for either.
In comment 13009381 Eric on Li said: Quote: In comment 13009378 Shecky said: Quote: How does TC allow him to play the field the next inning. This has been allowed to happen for how long now??? Inexcusable. Tear him a new asshole
Totally agree Shecky. By and large the players play hard for Terry, but I had a major flashback to last year's discussions of fundamentals watching that play.
HAAAAAAAAA. "It's only spring training" - can't forget that back and forth - I didn't let that one go all season.
De Aza is struggling, so be it. It happens. He was pissed and didn't hustle. Pisses me off, but it happens. He was angry at not doing his job. But Collins not doing anything about it - inexcusable. Terry better get a tongue lashing over this.
Personally, I was pissed off about Ces slowly walking to first too. Wild pitch on ball 4, RUN. But never, EVER just walk to first regardless.
Was there a legit reason given for Ces not sliding into 2nd early in the game. I had no audio.
Nope. I assumed sprained wrist, ankle, ect. but it could just be Ces being Ces. Who knows?
Nobody says it but I still think his "bruised" thigh from diving into the stands bothers him, especially after he slid a few games later and further harmed the injury. He hsnt slid much since which has caused some minor ankle issues. He slipped in LA and then again yesterday when not sliding. But I think it goes back to the injury from the stands.
In comment 13009381 Eric on Li said: Quote: In comment 13009378 Shecky said: Quote: How does TC allow him to play the field the next inning. This has been allowed to happen for how long now??? Inexcusable. Tear him a new asshole
Totally agree Shecky. By and large the players play hard for Terry, but I had a major flashback to last year's discussions of fundamentals watching that play.
HAAAAAAAAA. "It's only spring training" - can't forget that back and forth - I didn't let that one go all season.
De Aza is struggling, so be it. It happens. He was pissed and didn't hustle. Pisses me off, but it happens. He was angry at not doing his job. But Collins not doing anything about it - inexcusable. Terry better get a tongue lashing over this.
Personally, I was pissed off about Ces slowly walking to first too. Wild pitch on ball 4, RUN. But never, EVER just walk to first regardless.
Was there a legit reason given for Ces not sliding into 2nd early in the game. I had no audio.
Nope. I assumed sprained wrist, ankle, ect. but it could just be Ces being Ces. Who knows?
Nobody says it but I still think his "bruised" thigh from diving into the stands bothers him, especially after he slid a few games later and further harmed the injury. He hsnt slid much since which has caused some minor ankle issues. He slipped in LA and then again yesterday when not sliding. But I think it goes back to the injury from the stands.
Could be. They've said he has had hip issues since the beginning of the year. The stands play maybe exasperated that? He's really a tough dude. I can't believe he didn't come out last night. I dont know what to say. Some of the things he does is really admirable. Other things you just shake your head....
De Aza for Bernadina. He's having a pretty nice season and can play a little CF. A move like that certainly isn't blowing my skirt up and I doubt it moves the needle in any direction a spec but whatevs...
I just said the same thing to my dad. He has been worthless
We need a backup CF
He remembers game 1 of this series
We need a backup CF
Exactly.
If we want to complain about De Aza making 5-6 million think about that...
Is Nimmo even allowed to come in? Seems like they are steadfast on him not playing tonight.
Totally agree Shecky. By and large the players play hard for Terry, but I had a major flashback to last year's discussions of fundamentals watching that play.
My point wasn't what he was making. People have used it to cite a bad allocation of resources regarding Sandy. For every De Aza that "may" be a mistake he finds absolute diamonds and steals like the 4 I just mentioned for literally nothing.
Not running out that bunt was inexcusable. His 90 atbats he's taken all year have not been good either. Im betting just about every hitter in our lineup has had just as bad as a cold streak this year that has lasted 90 atbats however.... essentially a few weeks. I think the ADA bashing is WAY over the top for a 5th OF who's job is really OF insurance WAY DOWN on the depth chart but not running out bunts is inexcusable. You want to cut him over that... I have no problem with it.
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How does TC allow him to play the field the next inning. This has been allowed to happen for how long now??? Inexcusable. Tear him a new asshole
Totally agree Shecky. By and large the players play hard for Terry, but I had a major flashback to last year's discussions of fundamentals watching that play.
HAAAAAAAAA. "It's only spring training" - can't forget that back and forth - I didn't let that one go all season.
De Aza is struggling, so be it. It happens. He was pissed and didn't hustle. Pisses me off, but it happens. He was angry at not doing his job. But Collins not doing anything about it - inexcusable. Terry better get a tongue lashing over this.
Personally, I was pissed off about Ces slowly walking to first too. Wild pitch on ball 4, RUN. But never, EVER just walk to first regardless.
Can't wait to see Nimmo in LF tomorrow
Totally agree Shecky. By and large the players play hard for Terry, but I had a major flashback to last year's discussions of fundamentals watching that play.
HAAAAAAAAA. "It's only spring training" - can't forget that back and forth - I didn't let that one go all season.
De Aza is struggling, so be it. It happens. He was pissed and didn't hustle. Pisses me off, but it happens. He was angry at not doing his job. But Collins not doing anything about it - inexcusable. Terry better get a tongue lashing over this.
Personally, I was pissed off about Ces slowly walking to first too. Wild pitch on ball 4, RUN. But never, EVER just walk to first regardless.
Was there a legit reason given for Ces not sliding into 2nd early in the game. I had no audio.
I very much remember being 1 of those people, though ultimately Sandy obviously did the exact right thing. Cabrera may end up being one of the best bargains of the entire offseason. Jhonny Peralta with better defense for half price.
I actually like Granderson in the 2 hole too. He takes a ton of pitches which will allow Reyes to run and his OBP is creeping up again.
Reyes
Granderson
Cespedes
Walker
Loney
TDA
Cabrera
Nimmo
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Not really thrilled with that setup. Really wish we had one more big threat in the middle of the lineup protecting Cespedes. Walker is meh...
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In comment 13009381 Eric on Li said: Quote: In comment 13009378 Shecky said: Quote: How does TC allow him to play the field the next inning. This has been allowed to happen for how long now??? Inexcusable. Tear him a new asshole
Totally agree Shecky. By and large the players play hard for Terry, but I had a major flashback to last year's discussions of fundamentals watching that play.
HAAAAAAAAA. "It's only spring training" - can't forget that back and forth - I didn't let that one go all season.
De Aza is struggling, so be it. It happens. He was pissed and didn't hustle. Pisses me off, but it happens. He was angry at not doing his job. But Collins not doing anything about it - inexcusable. Terry better get a tongue lashing over this.
Personally, I was pissed off about Ces slowly walking to first too. Wild pitch on ball 4, RUN. But never, EVER just walk to first regardless.
Was there a legit reason given for Ces not sliding into 2nd early in the game. I had no audio.
Nope. I assumed sprained wrist, ankle, ect. but it could just be Ces being Ces. Who knows?
I don't remember any discussions about getting Reyes back but I remember plenty about trying to acquire Tulo. One writer wanted to trade Thor and Conforto for Tulo. How bad would that have been?
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I wish there was a way to see the threads right after Reyes was traded to the Rockies for Tulo. All the discussions about what people would be willing to give up to get him. And how much of his contract people here were willing to take on.
I don't remember any discussions about getting Reyes back but I remember plenty about trying to acquire Tulo. One writer wanted to trade Thor and Conforto for Tulo. How bad would that have been?
Two players people here constantly campaigned for were Gomez and Tulo. Thank God we didn't trade for either.
Thank you Sandy for following your gut and pulling out of that trade. We owe you more than you could ever know. lol
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In comment 13009381 Eric on Li said: Quote: In comment 13009378 Shecky said: Quote: How does TC allow him to play the field the next inning. This has been allowed to happen for how long now??? Inexcusable. Tear him a new asshole
Totally agree Shecky. By and large the players play hard for Terry, but I had a major flashback to last year's discussions of fundamentals watching that play.
HAAAAAAAAA. "It's only spring training" - can't forget that back and forth - I didn't let that one go all season.
De Aza is struggling, so be it. It happens. He was pissed and didn't hustle. Pisses me off, but it happens. He was angry at not doing his job. But Collins not doing anything about it - inexcusable. Terry better get a tongue lashing over this.
Personally, I was pissed off about Ces slowly walking to first too. Wild pitch on ball 4, RUN. But never, EVER just walk to first regardless.
Was there a legit reason given for Ces not sliding into 2nd early in the game. I had no audio.
Nope. I assumed sprained wrist, ankle, ect. but it could just be Ces being Ces. Who knows?
Nobody says it but I still think his "bruised" thigh from diving into the stands bothers him, especially after he slid a few games later and further harmed the injury. He hsnt slid much since which has caused some minor ankle issues. He slipped in LA and then again yesterday when not sliding. But I think it goes back to the injury from the stands.
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In comment 13009381 Eric on Li said: Quote: In comment 13009378 Shecky said: Quote: How does TC allow him to play the field the next inning. This has been allowed to happen for how long now??? Inexcusable. Tear him a new asshole
Totally agree Shecky. By and large the players play hard for Terry, but I had a major flashback to last year's discussions of fundamentals watching that play.
HAAAAAAAAA. "It's only spring training" - can't forget that back and forth - I didn't let that one go all season.
De Aza is struggling, so be it. It happens. He was pissed and didn't hustle. Pisses me off, but it happens. He was angry at not doing his job. But Collins not doing anything about it - inexcusable. Terry better get a tongue lashing over this.
Personally, I was pissed off about Ces slowly walking to first too. Wild pitch on ball 4, RUN. But never, EVER just walk to first regardless.
Was there a legit reason given for Ces not sliding into 2nd early in the game. I had no audio.
Nope. I assumed sprained wrist, ankle, ect. but it could just be Ces being Ces. Who knows?
Nobody says it but I still think his "bruised" thigh from diving into the stands bothers him, especially after he slid a few games later and further harmed the injury. He hsnt slid much since which has caused some minor ankle issues. He slipped in LA and then again yesterday when not sliding. But I think it goes back to the injury from the stands.
Could be. They've said he has had hip issues since the beginning of the year. The stands play maybe exasperated that? He's really a tough dude. I can't believe he didn't come out last night. I dont know what to say. Some of the things he does is really admirable. Other things you just shake your head....
Must watch game this month!