Game 83: Royals at Tigers
by Ian Casselberry on Jul 7, 2009 6:00 PM EDT
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PrintKansas City Royals at Detroit Tigers, Jul 7, 2009 7:05 PM EDT
Bruce Chen (0-2, 4.38) vs. 
Justin Verlander (8-4, 3.54), 7:05 p.m. EST
Usually, we like to devote a paragraph to each starting pitcher in these game previews, to give you an idea of what might be expected in the game to come. But I think I'm keeping it short and sweet tonight. Because if the Detroit Tigers cannot win a game in which Justin Verlander starts against Bruce Chen... well, then the All-Star break can't come soon enough.
Although maybe we shouldn't presume anything, as both Verlander and Chen are winless in their last two starts. And neither pitcher has received very much run support, with the Tigers scoring five runs in those two games, and the Royals scoring three. Verlander gave up seven runs in his 11.1 innings, while Chen allowed six in 12.1. So clearly, Chen is on more of a roll.
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Starting Lineups
ROYALS
1. David DeJesus LF
2. Willie Bloomquist SS
3. Billy Butler 1B
4. Mark Teahen 3B
5. Jose Guillen RF
6. Mike Jacobs DH
7. Alberto Callaspo 2B
8. Miguel Olivo C
9. Ryan Freel CF
TIGERS
1. Curtis Granderson CF
2. Placido Polanco 2B
3. Miguel Cabrera 1B
4. Marcus Thames DH
5. Ryan Raburn LF
6. Brandon Inge 3B
7. Magglio Ordonez RF
8. Gerald Laird C
9. Adam Everett SS
The Old Tigers (i.e. '06 or '07) would rip Chen to shreds tonight
The new ones, I’m not so sure about. I still think we’ll win tonight because it’s a pretty overwhelming matchup. I would’ve preferred to see French tonight and Justin tomorrow but I guess that’s just how the cookie crumbles.
hello!!
hello everyone! I’d love a no-no by jv. is anyone else excited to see maggs starting to be able to make solid contact on a fastball again? maybe early bp is working?
by tigersonineedtums on Jul 7, 2009 6:55 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
I was going to post something about if the Tigers cannot beat Bruce Chen with Verlander starting tonight, we will not make the playoffs
but then I read the synopsis and looks like Ian pretty much beat me to it
How can Mario and Rod not be dressed as Elvis?
by Ian Casselberry on Jul 7, 2009 7:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Srsly guyz,
I think we should all take one for the team and boycott the game thread tonight in order to vote for Brandon during the whole game.
Did anybody see the Schwans truck that was on fire on the news last night/this morning?
It was my dad’s truck. He’s okay, but the truck is not.
in other words
you heard that Sally Mae’s cat is missing
by Kurt Mensching on Jul 7, 2009 7:13 PM EDT up reply actions
how far was the top pit spit?
or is that pit spat?
by Kurt Mensching on Jul 7, 2009 7:15 PM EDT up reply actions
I used to go for the airshow and parade and fireworks.
by Kurt Mensching on Jul 7, 2009 7:18 PM EDT up reply actions
good thing for that too
saved a run right there
by Kurt Mensching on Jul 7, 2009 7:15 PM EDT up reply actions
strike em out throw em out dp!
by tigersonineedtums on Jul 7, 2009 7:15 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Ian
You forgot to mention in the Game Preview that Chen is one of the best pitchers in the majors right now. He’s been near unstoppable.
Right? ;)
seems like we hit so many solo hrs. like 90% are all solo shots… and verlander is getting hit a lot early
by tigersonineedtums on Jul 7, 2009 7:26 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
We can lose
as long as Brandon does well today. I would trade a win for a homer and a double from Binge.
if you have to fuss with the tobacco in your mouth all the time
maybe stop cramming so much in there
you know it's a drought when
you run outside to the balcony with the laptop to watch when it starts pouring rain!
...and will you just freaking strike out Olivo.
You’ve sucked for most of your career so why change it up now.
It's good to be home with a working internet connection
so I can watch the game, read your comments and vote at the same time.
Looks like we're back to the old Justin...
High pitch counts and letting hitters escape with 0-2 counts who then promptly hit base-clearing doubles. I thought he had turned the corner in May, but he seems to have regressed a bit.
by BarbaroGarbeyc1984 on Jul 7, 2009 7:44 PM EDT reply actions
seems more fluky then 'old jv'
… hasn’t walked anybody and never really fell too far behind but 50 plus ptiches three runs(2 earned). silliness.
I wasn't gonna have any beer tonight
but now I think I NEED to
tigs turning me into even more of an alcoholic
No kidding.
Although I think I’m going to have to start mixing my booze with barbiturates to calm my nerves.
by BarbaroGarbeyc1984 on Jul 7, 2009 7:54 PM EDT up reply actions
The Tigers haven't faced Chen since 2005...
So, for all intents and purposes, you pretty much have to feel like this is the first time you’ve seen him, right?
http://tigersamateuranalysis.blogspot.com
by SabreRoseTiger on Jul 7, 2009 7:53 PM EDT up reply actions
I have the rally programmable message fan
http://tigersamateuranalysis.blogspot.com
by SabreRoseTiger on Jul 7, 2009 7:52 PM EDT up reply actions
ae with the leather and mc with the pick niceeee
by tigersonineedtums on Jul 7, 2009 7:52 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
have you ever wondered
what exactly the point in having fans vote unlimited times is? What’s MLB AM have to gain from this?
Sorry, what did you say?
I was voting.
by Ian Casselberry on Jul 7, 2009 8:02 PM EDT up reply actions
web traffic?
“Hey eleventy billion votes…that means eleventy billion people like MLB,com”
http://www.fromthecopa.blogspot.com
ON point.
As Yogurt once said, “merchendizin’”!
"A drug is not bad. A drug is a chemical compound. The problem comes in when people who take drugs treat them like a license to behave like an asshole. "
PlaciDOME!!
"A drug is not bad. A drug is a chemical compound. The problem comes in when people who take drugs treat them like a license to behave like an asshole. "
polly brings the big boi bat! yea polly!
by tigersonineedtums on Jul 7, 2009 8:00 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Did I indicate sarcasm with italics? No!
I don’t think she’s hot. Not at all, now that I think about it.
its my fault
i was typing the rally part when Polanco slugged one. I worked hard finding the perfect rally pic and it would’ve been a darn shame to see that hard work go to waste. I’m sure you understand :-)
So, shouldn't Callipso be fined?
Tuck that damn pocket in! You are NOT Carlos Guillen! (In fact, you have been hitting the ball…)
"A drug is not bad. A drug is a chemical compound. The problem comes in when people who take drugs treat them like a license to behave like an asshole. "
k k k k k k k k strikes out the side nice
by tigersonineedtums on Jul 7, 2009 8:10 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
149 K/26 BB in 108 innings in the American Association. Worth a shot. Clay Zavada was drafted by the D-Backs, released, went to the Frontier League, and got resigned by the D-Backs and is in their bullpen. Can’t hurt.
I found a Jessica Alba pic for the next rally needed. She’s wearing a see-thru top with no bra. It’s perfect for a Tigers rally
Her too!?
The two least attractive stars men drool over for whatever reason are our rally creatures tonight?
Ugh…
I see polly hit the bomb he was supposed to in the 9th inning last night
day late, dollar short
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10 K's through 5
Ya, JV is dealing
"A drug is not bad. A drug is a chemical compound. The problem comes in when people who take drugs treat them like a license to behave like an asshole. "
94 pitches, too
he’s prolly not going past 7, if he makes it that far
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I’m sick of writing all these k’s… come on jv stop being so damn good.
by tigersonineedtums on Jul 7, 2009 8:23 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
A question:
How long do you leave him in there? His PC is near 100, but with the All-Star break (where JV will throw only an inning or two), perhaps you can leave him in there a bit longer.
by BarbaroGarbeyc1984 on Jul 7, 2009 8:25 PM EDT reply actions
that's right, I forgot they were skipping Porcello.
by BarbaroGarbeyc1984 on Jul 7, 2009 8:26 PM EDT reply actions
didn't rally answer your question of coures
give him the whole sixth inning unless he struggles
by Kurt Mensching on Jul 7, 2009 8:27 PM EDT up reply actions
Hi, all!
Been busy voting my fingers off. And yelling at the Tigers.
I’m going to wind up with a sprained wrist and with laryngitis, too. :-)
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
Honestly, I think it's about time to start moving Granderson down the lineup with lefties on the mound
He is batting about .190 against LHP this year. He’s been detrimental to our offense when there is a lefty on the mound and I think Leyland has been stubborn by keeping him in that spot.
more of that Royals action would be even better, though
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
One of the great things about baseball
You are at an advantage with two outs since the runners are on the move.
PlaciDOME! ....raking
"A drug is not bad. A drug is a chemical compound. The problem comes in when people who take drugs treat them like a license to behave like an asshole. "
that’s kind of hard to believe tho
by tigersonineedtums on Jul 7, 2009 8:35 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
COUNTRY STRONG!
"A drug is not bad. A drug is a chemical compound. The problem comes in when people who take drugs treat them like a license to behave like an asshole. "
annnnnnd I call it :) god I’m good welcome to the boards tigersonineedtums! ty :p
by tigersonineedtums on Jul 7, 2009 8:34 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Want us to mail you one? For the sake of ceremony? :D
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
That’s right – I forgot.
Roast beef for everyone! :-)
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
what exactly is the Arby’s offer, anyway?
Official BYB Juju Consultant...now accepting rally creature applications!
If the TIgers hit three HR's
Take a copy of the box score to your local Arby’s and get a free roast beef sammich
these people on the internet told me
it must be true…GIMME MY SAMMICH!
Official BYB Juju Consultant...now accepting rally creature applications!
DOOOO IIIIITTTTTT!!!!
Take advantage of the fact that it will be easier to just give you a free sandwich than deal with a scene. :)
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
Mobile comment material
Thanks for providing that Marcus…. This mobile thing is really nice…
by busta on Jul 7, 2009 8:35 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
hard to believe that’s cabbys (which I hear you guys hate that name… I kinda like it sorry) first intentinal walk this year
by tigersonineedtums on Jul 7, 2009 8:37 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
ill go on a ledge… maggs clears them
by tigersonineedtums on Jul 7, 2009 8:41 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Awesome
done grilling my dinner…and the Tigers have grilled Chen
http://www.fromthecopa.blogspot.com
my ‘calling shots’ privs have been revoked
by tigersonineedtums on Jul 7, 2009 8:43 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
More sizes here
http://www.onlinesports.com/pages/I,EFF-DET50R.html
And….these are only $173 (as opposed to $200 on the other site. I recommend an Ebay search myself)
This is awful
I own a damn Ordonez jersey, for God’s sake. I am so heartbroken by what has happened, but we need to get rid of him. Such an awful idea, but necessary.
Squandering the lead - again.
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
But seriously
Verlander was pitching well except for a couple innings (including this one), and the Tigers have three homers, so go forth tomorrow and claim your Arby’s.
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
This stupid team ...
Is driving me to punt kittens for distance. :(
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
how many is that? I ran out of fingers :(
Official BYB Juju Consultant...now accepting rally creature applications!
insert spinal tap joke *here*
Official BYB Juju Consultant...now accepting rally creature applications!
now I know why my name is what it is. it all makes sense unfortunatly
by tigersonineedtums on Jul 7, 2009 8:53 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
I don't like the Yankees
but in this case I will happily make an exception.
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
hey, the enemy of my enemy and all that
exceptions can be made when required
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my rules
root for the Yankees vs:
Twins
Indians
White Sox
Red Sox (I can’t stand Red Sox Nation!)
Royals (if it mattered, which it never does, so go underdogs!)
by Kurt Mensching on Jul 7, 2009 9:02 PM EDT up reply actions
agreed, with one exception
If it is Boston and the Yankees, I vote for meteor impact on the ballpark.
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
Some fun, some frustration, home runs, big strikeout totals
It’s been pretty good
by Ian Casselberry on Jul 7, 2009 9:06 PM EDT up reply actions
Bout time Grandiggity got in some action....
"A drug is not bad. A drug is a chemical compound. The problem comes in when people who take drugs treat them like a license to behave like an asshole. "
nice use of the hit and run
by tigersonineedtums on Jul 7, 2009 9:06 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Although I'd advocate for
a Rally Fat Elvis
by Ian Casselberry on Jul 7, 2009 9:08 PM EDT up reply actions
PlaciDOME!
He is taking care of his bizness tonight, pardner.
"A drug is not bad. A drug is a chemical compound. The problem comes in when people who take drugs treat them like a license to behave like an asshole. "
polly putting up a hell of a night
by tigersonineedtums on Jul 7, 2009 9:09 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
How awesome is Polanco?
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
Did anyone get a screen shot of that one?
That is fucking hiiiiilarious!
"A drug is not bad. A drug is a chemical compound. The problem comes in when people who take drugs treat them like a license to behave like an asshole. "
You have to host the image first
If you have it, then just click on the tree icon, and paste the image URL
by Ian Casselberry on Jul 7, 2009 9:13 PM EDT up reply actions
these kids have their own people I don’t even know who the hell they are… well put skipper well put
by tigersonineedtums on Jul 7, 2009 9:11 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
I'm too lazy to look
but I’d venture a guess that the Tigers record is really good when Polanco drives in a run
http://www.fromthecopa.blogspot.com
Challenge to Samara: Come up with a better photo shop then what FSN just did for Rod and Mario, please!
Actually, circa '79 Bootsy Collins, with those threads.
"A drug is not bad. A drug is a chemical compound. The problem comes in when people who take drugs treat them like a license to behave like an asshole. "
That is so gloriously bad
It’s like watching Don Cherry. :-)
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
Thank You!
"A drug is not bad. A drug is a chemical compound. The problem comes in when people who take drugs treat them like a license to behave like an asshole. "
rod's expression
and glasses are priceless
by Kurt Mensching on Jul 7, 2009 9:18 PM EDT up reply actions
also acceptable
“8th inning guy so tigers have some time to rally after zumaya blows the lead in the 7th”
by Kurt Mensching on Jul 7, 2009 9:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Who was that reporter/photographer behind Leyland!!??
Did you see that get up?
"A drug is not bad. A drug is a chemical compound. The problem comes in when people who take drugs treat them like a license to behave like an asshole. "
No, he looked much more like a bonafide PIMP.
"A drug is not bad. A drug is a chemical compound. The problem comes in when people who take drugs treat them like a license to behave like an asshole. "
Zing!
"A drug is not bad. A drug is a chemical compound. The problem comes in when people who take drugs treat them like a license to behave like an asshole. "
I think he's supposed to be a plainclothes officer
but if those are his “plain clothes”…
http://www.fromthecopa.blogspot.com
probably didn't get out of the 50s
felt so, so nice.
by Kurt Mensching on Jul 7, 2009 9:29 PM EDT up reply actions