Game 63: Tigers at Pirates
by Ian Casselberry on Jun 14, 2009 1:00 PM EDT
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PrintDetroit Tigers at Pittsburgh Pirates, Jun 14, 2009 1:35 PM EDT
Dontrelle Willis (1-3, 6.60) vs. 
Ross Ohlendorf (5-5, 4.82), 1:35 p.m. EST
After Armando Galarraga and Nate Robertson pitched like batting practice machines last night, the Tigers put their chances for a series win over the Pirates in the left hand of Dontrelle Willis.
Though Willis didn't pitch all that well on Tuesday against the White Sox, allowing three runs, five hits, and five walks in five innings, he showed some impressive determination (or pride and stubbornness) by insisting upon staying in the game after hurting his knee (and clearly limping around on it between pitches). Between that, and the current state of Detroit's starting rotation, Willis has given himself more chances to prove he can provide a meaningful contribution to the Tigers' playoff drive.
And I think everyone's looking forward to seeing the D-Train swing the bat today. In 404 career plate appearances, Willis has a .234/.280/.359 average, and shown some surprising pop with eight home runs, five triples, and 35 RBIs. Swing away, Dontrelle! Swing away.
Pitching for the Pirates, Ross Ohlendorf is winless in his past four starts, giving up four or more runs in three of those games. In his last outing, however, he pitched pretty well, allowing three runs over six innings, but Pittsburgh's bullpen eventually coughed up the game. Ohlendorf faced the Tigers last year while with the Yankees, throwing five strikeouts in 3.1 scoreless innings of relief.
UPDATE: Here are today's starting lineups, clothed in 1909 throwback uniforms:
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Lineup?
I try my best to defend Jim Leyland every time he does something unconventional… but I can’t take his lineups anymore. Don Kelly batting leadoff? Josh Anderson (.248/.285/.325) batting third?
Are we trying to lose this series?
I had the same exact thought.
Some of these lineups appear to be pulled out of a hat. Polanco, Thames, and Ordonez don’t need frequent rest. Our AAA left-handed bats don’t deserve to start against every right-hander.
by StringTheory on Jun 14, 2009 1:17 PM EDT up reply actions
Really Though.....
…..What else can he do…..I cant wait until Guillen is back!!!!
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 1:19 PM EDT reply actions
Gota Give Guys Time Off....
….Long Season
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 1:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Apparently....
……We have to do it on Armandos day as well
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 1:21 PM EDT up reply actions
I have all of my necessities at hand...
1. a sing hanging up that says “remember to breathe”
2. a paper bag ( to breathe into – in case the sign doesn’t work)
3. tranquilizers (in case the above doesn’t work)
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
Those 1909 unis look sharp
Dontrelle looks like Satchel Paige out there.
by Ian Casselberry on Jun 14, 2009 1:25 PM EDT reply actions
Really? I thought Dontrell's last outing was gutsy, but does my comment require an explanation?
How much confidence do you have in an injured Dontrell Willis… the 2009 version?
he had....288K's and his era was 3.29
I’ll take that
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
How can Mario and Rod
… not be in old school shirt, tie, and fedoras, holding up those giant metal microphones?
“Hello, baseball fans…”
by Ian Casselberry on Jun 14, 2009 1:31 PM EDT reply actions
The Warrior Going Today....
….lets Go DTRAIN!!!!
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 1:32 PM EDT reply actions
Hey, hey, hey
We’re going to do this GameThread just like they would in 1909.
by Ian Casselberry on Jun 14, 2009 1:34 PM EDT up reply actions
by telegram? :)
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
I declare this SUNDAY FUNDAY....
Get the beer out. As I did last night, I will not allow the Tig’s to ruin my fun today. Beautiful day here in Central Indiana….aka MECCA. (Ya, that was a joke)
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Oh, I keep it stocked!
Especially when the lady friend is out of town……peace and quiet = mass consumption
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Shipment of the "Clear" should arrive by 8:00 AM tomorrow morning.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Sheff is versatile
He can injure his shoulder, oblique, OR knee.
by Ian Casselberry on Jun 14, 2009 1:43 PM EDT up reply actions
bright side
Maybe he will separate a shoulder showing it off. ;)
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Dude.....
….Pittsburgh won the Cup……Get over it……man o man
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 1:38 PM EDT up reply actions
FUCK OFF
You follow me around every single thread like a lost puppy dog making retarded replies to every single comment I post. What the hell is your goddamn problem?
i comment on a lot of people comments.....
…..Watch the language please…relax
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 1:40 PM EDT up reply actions
Ha ha ha!
Mario’s comment on the Stanley Cup was fantastic.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Dont Worry
We will Win Today….Im gonna personally help the Tigers today…I’ve got my plastic bat…and I’ve been in talks with S.Korea!
Not Much....
….Just tuning in to watch my tigs and my boy Dotrelle
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 1:40 PM EDT up reply actions
old uniforms
Look like pajamas.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Im 50/50 On Them....
…..Ill have a better idea once I see the Final score
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 1:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Leylands shades are priceless....
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
I'd like one too
They’d make awesome pajamas.
by Ian Casselberry on Jun 14, 2009 1:46 PM EDT up reply actions
I predict ...
Willis will both hit a grand slam and give up a grand slam.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
And in the same inning, too!
For added degree of difficulty. :)
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
"a different look"
That’s one way to describe the lineup.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Edwin, popp'n tha colla!
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
MLB
could feed a small country for a year on what these uniforms cost for “event” games
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
!!
He looks like Fred Flintstone in that uni.
Anderson Hit A Shot
Just unlucky there
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 1:52 PM EDT up reply actions
I like Anderson!
Where’s Wepri to defend her bol?
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
I only made 3 cents
I blame sex discrimination for the discrepancy.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
I was really pissed about the Opium Ban
(Yes, I looked that up on Google first.)
by Ian Casselberry on Jun 14, 2009 1:55 PM EDT up reply actions
You got some Opium?
Rod was asking about it….
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
I tried to get some in Seattle
We were at a bar that served it, but I decided a beer was much less trouble.
by Ian Casselberry on Jun 14, 2009 1:59 PM EDT up reply actions
Anyones else
catch Maggs chat before the game…his now famous lines " I feel good at the plate" and My favorite “It’s gonna happen soon”
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
if by "it" he meant "GIDP"
then I believe him
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 1:54 PM EDT up reply actions
followed by a leadoff walk
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
LOL
either that or his release. It’s killing me because he’s always been my favorite. Now, when he steps to the plate, I just hope the bases are empty.
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
OK GANG
Now the fun begins …. 0 out and 2 on
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
Pook!
He’s good for a K.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Somebody brought up Tom Glavine as a joke last night....
Not so funny. DD better be looking for his #
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Pedro Martinez anyone?
can’t be any worse an idea than Glavine!
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 2:01 PM EDT up reply actions
Maybe Dontrelle can hurt his knee again
That seemed to work on Tuesday.
by Ian Casselberry on Jun 14, 2009 2:01 PM EDT reply actions
If Dontrelle
cant throw harder than 85…..he dont need to be at this level…that is not gonna work with his stuff.
This is sad and hard to watch.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
yay, medications
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
WTF
Why isn’t he pulling Dontrelle? He would have already pulled of Armando
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
right out of my mouth
we cannot stay ahead of the twins with Dontrelle and Gallarraga going on every 5 outings.
We will soon
be in contention with Cleveland
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
my old car was faster than that
And it was a 1993 Ford Festiva hatchback.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
right on the first one
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Maybe they didn't allow bases loaded walks in 1909
by Ian Casselberry on Jun 14, 2009 2:06 PM EDT reply actions
how to restructure the rotation
Willis is released and Miner takes his spot
Bring up Clay Rapada (who has been killing it in AAA) to fill Miner’s spot in the pen
Also, French has a 3.53 ERA for the Mud Hens and although his K/IP concerns me, he is our SP if we are looking to fill from within.
Rod said Leyland made out two lineups?
I’d love to see what that first one looked like
by Ian Casselberry on Jun 14, 2009 2:13 PM EDT reply actions
Stanley Cup
I Wonder if the Tigers wasn’t in town…hoping it was 1909….If that damn Stanley Cup would actually be anywhere near the Pirates ballpark!?!
If you want to be distracted
while D-Train is on the mound, Joe Posnanski has one heck of a funny infomercial product today.
I've seen enough today
2-4 against the Rockies and Pirates? EPIC FAIL
This game is in the 2nd inning....
…..Wow…calling it after 2…Wow
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 2:19 PM EDT up reply actions
"Because of ma disabilities, I couldn't do my job! I applied, and I was denied!"
That commercial effectively sums up our #4 and #5 pitchers.
I want the tax payers to pay for my smokes and weed!
Put me on SSI too!
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Jimmy
would have pulled Galaragga after that second inning fiasco
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
galaragra....
….gave up 8 hits in 2 innings…..Hes gota eat innings for the bullpen today
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 2:23 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah Wepri
he’s back…cuz he had a visit from the Trainer…I think the trainer found out that Dontrelle’s arm wasn’t winded all the way up….u should start seeing 93mph fastballs now.
He walked the pitcher!
Okay, experiment OVER.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Mario with the line of the day,
“And Dontrelle looks OKAY.”? That is wrong on so many levels.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
dontrelle
gets more time….cuz he fools you with his emotions! he really wants to do better. Galarraga on the other hand…looks defeated after warmups.
In a sick and twisted way
I want him to walk another run in. Then I’ll feel justified when I kick Jimmy’s ass for this series.
oh I feel for him
I really do. And then when I’m done with that I feel the Tigers need to find a pair of starters or I’ll have to start taking 2 days off a week.
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 2:23 PM EDT up reply actions
cotd nomination!
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Maybe
they’re hoping he can hit today, since no one else can seem to do it…
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
whoa....
we only need to replace one of em …we dont wanna be to good. Hell we aint even hitting the ball really yet!.
Bennie
you got a lot of heart… for your guy.
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
Yes I do....
….For all Tigers…..never give up on anyone
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Nice work....
….way to get out of the jam…..hes a warrior…Opposite of Armando!!!
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 2:25 PM EDT reply actions
Okay, now introducing
Mark Wohlers, Rick Ankiel, and the newest member of the fraternity………………
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
yeah it's fun and all mario
but being a really good hitting pitcher is like being a really slick fielding designated hitter
like the Seinfeld episode
Where George went on and on about how he was such a good PARKER, not nec. a good DRIVER.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Suddenly I have a craving for potato chips.
by Ian Casselberry on Jun 14, 2009 2:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Switched up a little today....
found a few bombers of Fat Tire I bought a couple of months ago when they started selling it here in Indiana. It’s pretty delicious too, especially after a few potato chips.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Little Donny...who loved bowling!
He can resume his bowling career at this point.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Doesnt matter How....
…many runs Willis gives up ……cant win you pop everything up
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 2:31 PM EDT reply actions
yup.....But doesnt guarentee it....
…..like scoring a run would if you shut them out…..Stciks gota show up
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 2:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Are you really going to blame this on the offense?
When Dontrelle walked in two runs?
by Ian Casselberry on Jun 14, 2009 2:35 PM EDT up reply actions
No Ian....
….not this one……But I will blam a lot of loses this year on the offense…..Like verlander agaInst LA……Willis has been bad today…..But the offense has to show up everyday…..And it hasent
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 2:36 PM EDT up reply actions
Bennie, you should be in politics
you do such a good job spinning, I have to think you’ll always be employed by someone
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 2:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Poop brown colored glasses.
The Tigers 4 and 5 starters are NOT getting it done. No matter how much any of us like them. They don’t belong in the rotation right now. We all root for them to do well, they just aren’t complying.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
OK
Only 2 more walks before he loads em again. C’MON D-TRAIN YOu CAN DO IT
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
AROILSKGJ OIGLJ DI:OG?KLEWO:IRSW $P:? g
embodies my hesitation and resentment regarding the state of the tigers pitching in the game that is currently being played.
Benny Hinn would be proud
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
oh my god
I can understand what he’s saying
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 2:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Miner has pitched a whole game already! In the pen!
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
good
he’ll be ready to join the rotation in 5 days
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Hahaha
Seriously. What’s his pitch count in there?
by Ian Casselberry on Jun 14, 2009 2:39 PM EDT up reply actions
I meant Miner
“Well, Rod – 20 pitches in the game, 40 in the bullpen for Miner”
by Ian Casselberry on Jun 14, 2009 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions
UhOH
Jimmy’s at the top of the stairs… C’mon Jimmy GET OUT THERE
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
To quote WEEN,
Now your up shit creek with a turd for a paddle…..piss up a rope.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
if they were a real team
they’d have scored 8 by now
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions
man they are getting pissed
talking about how they would rather the hitters go up there with a blind fold as opposed to swinging at garbage … don’t disagree but they sound really worked out
by Motown'sFinest on Jun 14, 2009 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions
This team will never do anything...
… as long as Dontrelle and Armando are on the hill two out of every 5 days.
The Won Willis....
……Last start….what do you mean not do anything?
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Why Not....
….hes hasent given up a run in his last 2 innings?
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions
he's only let everyone in the dugout get on base. even the ones who aren't playing.
Pretty good outing for Dontrelle.
MrPants
I will bet you my last dollar that he goes out there again
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
2 Popouts....
…….You have to give him some creit for making the pitches
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions
I dont care....
….Ill take it….becasue im a fan of the TIGS BABY!!!!
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm a fan of the Tigers too
which is why I don’t think Dontrelle should be pitching for them anymore
Bennie
you should be used to it by now… he always gets ripped in here
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
He deserves it...
… he screwed this organization. And he teased us all with that fluke start against Texas. Not cool.
Pirate Announcer
Is pissed….They helped Dontrelle emensely…how the hell u spell eminsely??? He can’t throw a strike…and there swinging away. and his lucky ass gets out of a bases loaded jam with no outs. Already has 6 walks!
YUP YUP....
…I know im in the minority on Willis….I like him…..Hes good for the game….Im gona root for him to the end….
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Plus we won his last start.....
….Why not make it 2 in a row!!!!
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Yes....
…..5 strong innings in chicago…3 runs…did his job
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 2:50 PM EDT up reply actions
early...
…..just like this one…lota time left
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 2:49 PM EDT up reply actions
you haven't been paying attention to the Cubs offense then
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 2:51 PM EDT up reply actions
So Kurt
can I count on Tigers winning when I go see them vs. Cubbies?
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
Sounds about right
I’m thinking POP UP, POP UP myself
Because
everyone else sucks worse than we do
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
Well...
We could sure use Ty Cobb right now
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
Dontrelle Willis
I will sum him up for you…Stop , Dont and No…is useful…If it comes in the form of…No! Dont Stopppp.
we gota run for him....
…..maybe he can shut em down
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 2:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Big deal
Still down by 2 and Dontrelle will probably just give it right back
I Know one Thang
If i had half the support of BBlades…Id be President! Gotta give him credit for being a real fan!
It's not like they are saving him for anything special!
They have a freaking day off tomorrow!
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
well he'd beating galarraga's start yesterday
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 3:00 PM EDT up reply actions
walks/hits and innings pitched
Shouldn’t a good whip be under 2
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
In case you
weren’t being facetious… I went the the Wiki for you….
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walks_plus_hits_per_inning_pitched
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
allow me to give willis some credit
unlike some pitchers nate robertson, he knows how to cover first
Is Jimmy being too nostalgic for his Pirates days and forgetting he’s actually managing the OTHER team?
my first thought when I saw the lineup
“is he throwing the game or what?”
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 3:01 PM EDT up reply actions
C-MO
Always good for a K.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
C-Mo gettin nostalgic...
… must feel bad for the Tigs.
Well Rod, it couldn't have been the Majors!
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nSxFl3le25o
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Well....
…No one….But why swear…its pointless
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:07 PM EDT up reply actions
Well Willis.....
….was crap today…..I was hoping for better
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:05 PM EDT reply actions
Well
At least Dontrelle is being consistent today
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
Didnt realize....
…..how many Dontrelle haters there are….Wow
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:06 PM EDT reply actions
He walked 8 in 3.2 innings!@#!@#?!@#%Y%??????
How is that even possible. I am not a hater per se, but come on, he gives the Tigers 0 chance to win when he is on the mound.
Not to mention he’s shortening Leyland’s life when comes out to play.
by explosivo2k2 on Jun 14, 2009 3:09 PM EDT up reply actions
Ok....
…..soundds like hating to me….But its all good
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:08 PM EDT up reply actions
reality: Dontrelle has sucked in nearly every start
fiction: Dontrelle gives the Tigers a chance to win
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 3:09 PM EDT up reply actions
We root for d
to the extent that it does not do irreparable harm to the team as a whole.
Sadly, many feel as if that point has been passed.
Abysmal series
No business losing to this team. 2-4 in interleague; epic fail. Now watch them lose a hard fought series to the Cards and drop into a tie for 1st
Well I guess Miner
…….doesnt wana pitch either…geez
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:09 PM EDT reply actions
OUCH
Mario and Rod agree about putting Miner back in rotation
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
Not Me....
….but what else can they do
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:11 PM EDT up reply actions
I'd rather see
Miner out there than Dontrelle
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
me too....
……and id rather see Dontrlle then galaraga….so we both win!!!
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Can we just start playing this music when the D-Train takes the mound?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V8vINCq_IAI
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Or When.....
……The Tigs up to bat!!!!
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Nahhh
that’s fun music. We need something more solemn like this
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kyFyAqLtHq8
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
Anohter Pop Out.....
…..COME ON BATS!!!!…..this is getting so old!!!!
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:14 PM EDT reply actions
.217 Batting Average in June.....
….Not gona win many games that way
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:15 PM EDT reply actions
Looks like everyone gave up....
….on the tigs……LETS GO TIGS!!!!
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:18 PM EDT reply actions
Anyone else think the pitching staff is merely going on strike...
In protest of getting no offense?
http://tigersamateuranalysis.blogspot.com
Willis and "strike"
don’t often go together in the same sentence
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 3:22 PM EDT up reply actions
With a day off in St. Louis....
what are the chances Leyland ends up getting shit faced with LaRussa? I would pay admission to join them.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
white sox and KC are winning
Twins are tied …
Oh....
….Rudedogg19 earlier said the tigs inly have a 2 game lead…..Said Miny had won…..thankfully that aint over yet
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:24 PM EDT up reply actions
You have to wonder
Why jimmy would give Thames, Polly and the mediocre Ordonez ALL the same day off. It’s just stupid.
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
Ya,
but it’s a long season and with the extra day tomorrow….why not. I would rather have them at the end, especially with the pitcher we put out there.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
So In other words....
…..If you were a coach youd sit guys based on who was pitching for your own team? that makes no sense
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:25 PM EDT up reply actions
NO,
I would give my verterans who need days off, the freaking day off when we don’t have a chance in hell to stop the other team from scoring secondary to shitty pitching.
That better?
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Disagree.....
…..managers believe in all there players
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:27 PM EDT up reply actions
Is that why Nate has thrown a total of 7 innings since May?
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
IF I WAS A COACH
I would have pulled the D-train after the first set of walked batters with bases loaded, before we start hemorrhaging.
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
I thought
he wanted to give a little extra defense in the outfield. It was a routine day off for Polly, but Maggs has has three already this week.
Or maybe Maggs is feeling a bit sore.
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 3:25 PM EDT up reply actions
You right.....
……Thames wil be traded for sure….Only bat that can get a pitcher
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:24 PM EDT up reply actions
First 1-2-3 inning
Zach Miner starting off with no baserunners on.
By golly, Jim, we might be on to something!
It is advantageous to NOT walk the bases full?
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
among other things, apparently
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Look What happened.....
……with Willis and Robertson and Bonderman….Gota be careful with big contracts
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh I know.....
….I think KV is the safest of all of them
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:33 PM EDT up reply actions
he's under club control through 2011 I think
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 3:30 PM EDT up reply actions
EDWIN JACKSON
TEAM: Detroit Tigers
HEIGHT/WEIGHT: 6’3’ / 210
DOB: 9/9/1983
AGE: 25
CONTRACT INFO: 2009: $2.2 million, 2010-11: Arb. Eligible, 2012: Free Agent
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
he's under club control
for the next two, I believe. arbitration eligible
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 3:28 PM EDT up reply actions
My Concern....
….is we have only 2 solid pitchers in JV and EJ…….Porcello is fine now…..But he will tire…..We gota get a 3rd starter…..We just have too
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:31 PM EDT reply actions
But we also....
……have no offense…..So what do we do?
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Or
that something happens to the Metrodome and they are unable to play their home games…well, at home!
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
"This game is hard".....
Who knew Rodney was such a deep thinker. Maybe it’s just how Rod tells a story….
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
just to clear it up
I bungled the language, but yes, verlander and jackson shouldn’t be eligible to become free agents on their own until after 2011. they are arbitration eligible for 2010 and 2011 seasons.
Club control means the club can lowball them for the first three years more or less. Then 3 years of arbitration follow.
if they're smart
they keep him happy next year and don’t let it go to arb. They should be trying to buy him out of 2011 and tack on a couple of years
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions
You are correct, Kurt.
I read it just a few minutes ago. And We have Porcello signed through 2010
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I think that we know, that you know, the English language.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
yes....
….but from a ws title of 100 years ago it is…..theyd be like a 118 at the youngest!!!
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Hey
I am feeling pretty relaxed over here…lol
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Me too....
Nothing like a lazy Sunday, with plenty-O-brew.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
This could be a 4 hour game....
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Memo to Detroit Tigers:
Just because they call the game “baseBALL” doesn’t mean you aren’t allowed to throw “strikes.” It is right in the rulebook that strikes are okay.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
don't blame miner
he’s just run out of gas in his sixth inning on a mound
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 3:44 PM EDT up reply actions
Im sure Willis.....
…..was gased too at the end
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:45 PM EDT up reply actions
I think there is enough blame for many pitchers to share.
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he'd been warming up in pen since the game started
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I Think Willis.....
…..Will be sent down after the game
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:44 PM EDT reply actions
because
he did so poorly at the plate today?
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no becasue he had 8 walks.....
…..did you watch him pitch….im his biggest fan and he did nothing today…..He has to be sent down
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:46 PM EDT up reply actions
On a lighter note
I like the old school hats.
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we have no 4th and 5th starter.....
……and no pen….WE ARE IN TROUBLE!!!!
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:48 PM EDT reply actions
slow game
Slower than a snail on tranquilizers.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Well
if we trade for Ryan Spilborghs all will be well….. Oh that was typed with sarcasm just so you know
someone influential
needs to develop a universal sarcasm font.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
without tone of voice
sometimes it can be tricky
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
ok
now I’m confused. Kurt, were you being sarcastic or making a suggestion? hhmm
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Well I am the most influential, so you figure it out
wait that made even less sense
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 3:56 PM EDT up reply actions
I wish there was a colored font option
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 3:58 PM EDT up reply actions
Anything we decide it means?
What do we WANT bold to mean?
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Maybe. When I’m angry I resort to BROKEN CAPS KEY YELLING.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Is Ian asleep again?
The boss has no say?
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
That’s good.
What would really be great is a font that would reach two hands out of the computer monitor and throttle the person typing. :)
(I’ve been arguing with trolls this weekend and it’s been very frustrating.)
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
That would be beyond helpful
Stupid people should not be allowed on the internet. Maybe they can have Wikipedia and Encyclopedia Britannica.
It makes me giggle just to think of an illiterate typing away, and then two hands reach out and start choking him for his poor commenting skills.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
let's see
how much further it can go!
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
can we
get it to start going back the other way?
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I think
that might break teh internets.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Just think
this all started because of my little joke
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maybe not
You never know when knowing how far over the comments can get might be useful information. :)
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
no initiative on their part
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
COTD?
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Dontrelle hitting
since it triggered this whole thing.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Uh Huh
’twas my joke about the D-trains at bat sending him to Toledo.
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yes
because it was sarcasm that needed to be explained.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
hey
are you being sarcastic? Because we have not yet determined that italics are in order for that action.
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I was
thinking the same thing.
Does that say more about us or the Tigers?
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Probably both.....
and that’s okay.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Probably us
We are the one’s who took the initiative to start this crazy comment column. This would not happen without boredom.
On a related note
The people at the bottom must be wondering why the “new comments” box keeps showing up without anything appearing down there.
Then give Ian
credit where credit is due, right?
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Yes
On a related note, I would hate to be him, reading through these comments top to bottom, having no idea what the hell was going on.
It’s like trying to read a choose your own adventure book straight through cover to cover, I imagine.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
It won't let me reply to the one above this one!
Ian has an assistant to read this stuff…..
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Nice
To rank having a staff. I wish I was that important.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Well, I am now feeling the effects of claustrophobia sink in
I must rip myself away from the tantalizing linearity of this all. So, thank you for this pleasant distraction and see you at the bottom.
Ya...maybe I should have put it in italics?
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
How odd that I am paying so much attention to how narrow the comments can get.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
shrinking
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
shrinking
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
shrinking
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
shrinking
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
shrinking
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
some blogs
italics are for quotes.
But I could get behind that if everyone agrees on a convention.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
I know that!
But I’m new here. Blogger is different.
On one message board the official sarcasm color was purple.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
How about....
We just use the damn brains that we all, already have! I can pretty much tell if someone is jacking around. I don’t need somebody to tell me that they are being sarcastic!
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Some people have trouble though – I’m just looking out for the sarcasm-detection-impaired population!
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Some
of the peeps are sarcstically challenged readers
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Hawpe....
…..is gona be in Detroit…..that will help
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:50 PM EDT reply actions
Well If we trade....
…..thames and Raburn for one outfileder….thats one less then before
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Wed have to give him.....
…..up to get another bat or a decent pitcher though
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:56 PM EDT up reply actions
yea, we don't need any OF help
areas of concern are
1. starting pitching
2. catching
3. left hand presence in the lineup
by Motown'sFinest on Jun 14, 2009 3:55 PM EDT up reply actions
I feel like we need a corner outfielder who can actually hit
or a designated hitter who can actually hit. maybe that’s thames in AL parks, anyway.
Because that’s about the only two places I see the Tigers being able to find a place to put a new bat, which I think we all agree, is kinda necessary
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 3:59 PM EDT up reply actions
Sad but true
Maggs is pretty much done for. And that breaks my heart. I have always loved him.
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i think thames is a sufficient DH when healthy and would find it hard to justify spending money on a corner outfielder who can hit when the raburn/thomas in LF works while grandy and mags are above average … mags might not be producing like he did before, but to say he is “done for” is ridiculous
by Motown'sFinest on Jun 14, 2009 4:03 PM EDT up reply actions
so you think the lineup is fine as is?
I think Maggs is fine but I can’t agree with the left fielders hitting enough to keep their job. Saving a couple of runs is nice but it’s pointless if they’re incompetent at the plate.
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 4:07 PM EDT up reply actions
i think
If Clete comes back with a little more plate discipline and we have raburn and anderson to sub in, I don’t think we should trade for another outfielder when we have areas like starting pitching that need more urgent help. I still think if there is a quality catcher that his the trade market, we ought to make a move. G-$ seems to bypass a lot of criticism due to his nice defense, but c’mon.
by Motown'sFinest on Jun 14, 2009 4:19 PM EDT up reply actions
2 for 19 at the plate today......
……can anyone say sad
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 3:52 PM EDT reply actions
how about pitiful?
or pathetic, even.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
OT
Anybody in the Grandy League need a 2B? Orlando Hudson????
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Bases Juiced....
…..were hitting well in these situations
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 4:01 PM EDT reply actions
Well then...
we should probably stop with the sarcasm and what not….
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
maybe the sarcasm is why they scored!
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 4:05 PM EDT up reply actions
YAY !! LMAO
I had forgotten we were playing ball.
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Little Donny, who loved bowling......
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
do not leave them loaded
do not leave them loaded
do not leave them loaded
do not leave them loaded
I am a very good decision maker
Decided to drive around in the 3rd inning. Then, I mowed the lawn. Got something to eat. Finally, I arrived at the 7th inning, and we scored!
Ok
So again I ask, why didn’t Jim start with these guys. NO EXCUSES
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i like the idea of bringing in placido
mags going to be making a guest appearance?
Nate looks like he was made for this era.....
Now, if he was only made out to be a PITCHER we would be all set.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
I need
another tranquilizer to deal with Nate
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Sorry With All My Dontrelle......
….Comments today…..i just want him to succed is all
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 4:10 PM EDT reply actions
We want him to do well
We just aren’t sure that he can do so.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
im not either.....
….anymore…..its tough to wacth now
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 4:14 PM EDT up reply actions
These guys
ALL need to turn their collars down… We are not at a disco in 1975
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Who can hit.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
conclusion: the tigers need more funny-lookin dudes
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 4:16 PM EDT up reply actions
My grandma
told me that Ty Cobb was her third cousin. She was raised in Banks County, GA, born in 1913. I asked my dad but he said who cares….
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that al stump biography of cobb is great
if a little long
It's amazing that Rod has so many stories from his career that spanned 50 at bats.
I love the guy, but come on…..
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
He had over a 1000 pro at bats man
…..minor league ball is stil pro ball.
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 4:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Look Bennie
I respect Rod Allen, but he can only tell you the same damn story about 1983 or 84 so many times.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
don't disrespect c-monroe
he is going to make us pay
I have always liked Zoom Zoom
but he’s having problems lately
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I'm telling you
Zoom Zoom is walking way too many batters.
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I have a feeling
that’s going to change soon
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
I think we'll be allright
With JV and EJ pitching the way they are, and if Ricky can stay consistent. We need to get Miner back in the rotation, and maybe even go after another starter. if we can win 3 of every 5 games this season, we will stay in first place in this division.
that's asking a lot of Porcello
a rookie. whose innings won’t be able to jump greatly.
If any of the front 3 stumble, the problem is that 4 and 5 seem almost incapable of picking up the slack right now.
short term, it’s ok. long term, there’s a big, big problem waiting later in the year
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 4:41 PM EDT up reply actions
I agree
i’m just thinking that if JV and EJ can win their starts consistently, that give us 3 chances every week to “steal” a win and keep pace. My hope is that even if Rick stumbles, someone else can pick up the slack
just gotta make some changes at the bottom
they have given too long already for some guys to prove they are major league pitchers, and those guys have failed. I hope they make a change soon.
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 4:44 PM EDT up reply actions
temporarily
Give it time, give it time.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Well I can see my staying away didn't improve things.
Glad I got back hom in time to see them in their snugglie uniforms, though
Jinx's DO NOT WORK THIS WELL.
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
Okay G-$
Like you are really going to bunt. How about we just concentrate on hitting the ball?
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
It's so spacious down here. :)
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
ok
lead off is on… no outs. Maybe we can NOT screw this up.
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This is the second
game where their pitchers have whined about mound “conditions” .
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
You can water the mound all you want
…but I don’t think it will grow.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Funny.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
They said he wouldn't give it back that night.
I wonder if he kept it and took it home….
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a souvenier
or keepsake, even.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Rod had to laugh....
kind of like us laughing at him chasing a little guy from Japan through an outfield!
"Remember there's a big difference between kneeling down and bending over."
It's because they fixed the mound.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
GIDP :(
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
well
we can all see how this is going to end
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A three-run rally?
(sarcasm)
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Extremely.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
I can't wait for the futuristic jersey night
I hear they’re made from shiny, metallic, skin tight, moisture wicking, heat controlling, GIDP repelling material
DARPA has been working on them for years.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Some guys ...
I do NOT want to see that clearly.
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Is that a record?
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
for a single thread
I think so.
but for a single game with multiple threads I think we were around 900+
by Kurt Mensching on Jun 14, 2009 4:53 PM EDT up reply actions
That's okay
I hear he has a minion to help him out! :)
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
Well ...
Game wasn’t great, but the liveblog was, at least.
Have a good evening, folks!
"A vacuum is a hell of a lot better than some of the stuff that nature replaces it with." -- Tennessee Williams
4 - 4 week
Not to bad….Coulda been better coulda been worse
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 5:07 PM EDT reply actions
How about the go cubs go song....
….they sing when they win at home….Kinda lame
by BennieBladesFan on Jun 14, 2009 5:14 PM EDT reply actions
786 comments, Ian
Gotta be a new record. Just got home so missed the “game”. Someone in the store told me they left to go shopping after watching Dontrelle for a couple innings. So, I had a pretty good idea what was goin on.
OMG, what are we gonna do for starters. We only have 3.
"It's designed to break your heart. The game begins in the spring, when everything is new again, and it blossoms in the summer, filling the afternoons and evenings, and then as soon as the chill rains come, it stops, and leaves you to face the fall alone". A. Bartlett Giamatti
Can't believe no one posted
a Gas Can, a Fire, Bombs going off, Flames.
"It's designed to break your heart. The game begins in the spring, when everything is new again, and it blossoms in the summer, filling the afternoons and evenings, and then as soon as the chill rains come, it stops, and leaves you to face the fall alone". A. Bartlett Giamatti
Not really appropriate
The Pirates didn’t shell Dontrelle, he beat himself.
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