Game 105: Orioles at Tigers
Baltimore Orioles at Detroit Tigers, Aug 4, 2009 7:05 PM EDT
Brian Matusz (0-0, -.--) vs.
Jarrod Washburn (8-6, 2.64), 7:05 p.m. EST
Welcome to Detroit, Jarrod Washburn. And welcome to a playoff race. The Tigers' shiny new acquisition makes his debut in the Old English D this evening. We should find out pretty quickly how good he can be against a strong Orioles lineup. (Baltimore is a bit less fearsome against lefties, however, batting .260/.319/.384.)
Washburn has faced the Orioles twice this season (both times in Seattle), giving up just one run in 16 innings. One of those games was a complete game one-hitter. He won that one. The other start was a 1-0 loss. Hopefully, Washburn gets a little better run support tonight.
As excited as we are to watch Washburn make his Tigers debut tonight, Orioles fans are equally, if not more, excited to see Brian Matusz pitch his first major league game. The left-hander was 11-2 with a 1.91 ERA in 19 starts, including a 7-0 mark with Double-A Bowie. Overall, he's posted 121 strikeouts and 32 walks in 113 innings.
The Tigers' record against Orioles rookie pitchers isn't so flashy, by the way. Back in May at Baltimore, the two games Detroit lost were to Brad Bergesen and David Hernandez. Of course, they also beat Jason Berken, so I guess that makes them 1-2 against O's first-timers.
I forgot to mention last night that Camden Chat has your SB Nation opposing view for this series. Sorry about that.
UPDATE: If you didn't catch the news earlier, the Tigers called outfielder Wilkin Ramirez up from Toledo this afternoon. He's in left field and batting leadoff this evening.
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YAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAY YAY! Game soon :D I’m gonna watch! And participate fully in the thread! I’ve missed you people!
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 6:01 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Welcome back!
The late innings have had a stunning lack of puns.
by Ian Casselberry on Aug 4, 2009 6:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Starting Lineups
ORIOLES
1. Brian Roberts 2B
2. Nolan Reimold LF
3. Nick Markakis RF
4. Adam Jones CF
5. Aubrey Huff DH
6. Melvin Mora 3B
7. Ty Wigginton 1B
8. Matt Wieters C
9. Cesar Izturis SS
TIGERS
1. Wilkin Ramirez LF
2. Placido Polanco 2B
3. Magglio Ordonez RF
4. Miguel Cabrera 1B
5. Marcus Thames DH
6. Ryan Raburn CF
7. Brandon Inge 3B
8. Gerald Laird C
9. Adam Everett SS
by Ian Casselberry on Aug 4, 2009 6:01 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Never Understood.....
…in the 1st palce why we sent down Dolsi for fein….dolsi had a era under 1.00 and we sent him down for him?…..Glad to see Wilkin now though……Cant wait to see Dolsi again.
by BennieBladesFan on Aug 4, 2009 6:12 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
really makes me wonder what's going on
you wouldn’t think they’d purposely be short a reliever…and now they have too many outfielders.
by mrsunshine on Aug 4, 2009 6:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
More likely Magglio is being released, imo.
by rcpratt on Aug 4, 2009 6:31 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
also what I am thinking..
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
by Detroitchik on Aug 4, 2009 6:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Or being traded.....
…..for billy hall or melivin mora
by BennieBladesFan on Aug 4, 2009 6:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
it's possible
now we just play the waiting game to see
by mrsunshine on Aug 4, 2009 6:39 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
you may see them both again
In September. I imagine that Wilkin is here for a short stint too. Both Bondo and Nate are do rehab in Toledo tonight. Look for one or both to be on the roster within the week and Wilkin to be gone too.
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
by Detroitchik on Aug 4, 2009 6:26 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
could be both
maybe someone (after tonight will be DL’d and Wilken will be gone) and Nate and Bondo to be in the pen. Nate in the pen, frightens the hell outta me.
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
by Detroitchik on Aug 4, 2009 6:29 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Here's another scary thought
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
by Detroitchik on Aug 4, 2009 6:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Apologies
I was just proving wepri right.
by kendra.michelle on Aug 4, 2009 6:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
SHE MADE YOU BLEED YOUR OWN BLOOD!
The humanity!
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 6:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
because CArlos Guillen
absolutely SUCKS in LF.
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
by Detroitchik on Aug 4, 2009 10:05 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
OH GOD A PITCHER MAKING HIS ML DEBUT
WE’RE DOOMEd
by explosivo2k2 on Aug 4, 2009 6:29 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
lol
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
by Detroitchik on Aug 4, 2009 6:31 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wonder.
Does Jim not realize that Washburn is an extreme fly-ball pitcher, or just not care?
by rcpratt on Aug 4, 2009 6:32 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Dear mlb.com
I have visited the city of Baltimore several times and enjoyed myself immensely. Inner Harbor, Camden Yard — it’s lovely. However, I live 300 miles away and there is no station in my area that carries Orioles games.
Please explain to me WHY IN WIETER’S NAME I AM BLACKED OUT OF THESE GAMES.
Thank you.
by NCDee on Aug 4, 2009 6:41 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Do you want me to insert the appropriate swear words before you send that out?
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 6:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Good plan.
I do not have the self-control for that.
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 6:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's not MLB that has the block outs. It's your local cable co
If they hold exclusive rights, no one else can show the game either
by VegasTigers on Aug 4, 2009 6:48 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
no this is on mlb.com
I have yet to hear anyone give me a rational explanation why any games should be blacked out on the internet. Who would CHOOSE to watch a game online if it’s available on television?
by NCDee on Aug 4, 2009 6:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's mlb.tv, and they're freaking awful about it.
There was an espn article about it a few weeks ago. When I’m at school in Central Indiana, I’m blacked out in Chicago (understandable, I guess. We get 1 Chicago station, the one that shows Cubs games) AND Cleveland? Cleveland is like 4 hours away. That makes sense.
Needless to say, I no longer pay for that crap. Except in the playoffs.
by rcpratt on Aug 4, 2009 7:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wilkin's splits in Toledo are concerning, to say the least.
vs LHP: .330/.418/.613
vs RHP: .249/.321/.386
by StringTheory on Aug 4, 2009 6:41 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Hello
Being at the game last night was incredible! Always great to be there. I’m pumped for Washburn’s debut tonight.
by kendra.michelle on Aug 4, 2009 6:47 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
look who's throwing out the first pitch!

by madpoopz on Aug 4, 2009 6:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Because no one here should go without seeing this...

Note the left thumb and index finger.
by Tagne13 on Aug 4, 2009 6:54 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Are those allowed on teh field?
Skip can do whatever he wants!
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 6:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Apparently so, because it was almost gone
and I could see the embers glowing on it
by Tagne13 on Aug 4, 2009 6:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
You're not supposed to smoke in Comerica
but when we were there last night my dad found a cigarette butt under his seat. I said it must have been Leyland’s. Rules don’t apply to him.
by kendra.michelle on Aug 4, 2009 6:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
you made me think of an old game
we used to make a circle below the belt with two fingers. if people saw it, you got to punch them
by mrsunshine on Aug 4, 2009 6:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
He's holding his cigarette like the Euros
Jim’s full of surprises.
by 13194013 on Aug 4, 2009 7:29 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I can see! I can see!
MARIO AND ROD! Do you people understand my excitement right now?
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 7:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Jim Price just accidentally said,
“catching and batting eighth, Matt Wieners.”
by StringTheory on Aug 4, 2009 7:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Made it just in time!
I never unloaded and put away groceries so fast in my life. Thank goodness the person in line in front of me wasn’t sleepy snail slow – I would have KILLED HIM!!!
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 7:06 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
it seems Luke Scott has rubbed off on Brian Roberts
http://www.fromthecopa.blogspot.com
by rock n rye on Aug 4, 2009 7:07 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
that's what she said.
sorry I had to say it.
by madpoopz on Aug 4, 2009 7:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
just putting it on a tee for y'all
http://www.fromthecopa.blogspot.com
by rock n rye on Aug 4, 2009 7:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
and a double
well, it’s better than last night’s homer
by mrsunshine on Aug 4, 2009 7:08 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
hi kids
washburn looking spiffy in the old english D, despite the runner on third
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 7:11 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
oh geez...
I thought things from Jarrod were supposed to be nice.
by madpoopz on Aug 4, 2009 7:12 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Washburn
kind of wishy-washy so far if you ask me
by Tagne13 on Aug 4, 2009 7:12 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
isn't that how they say it in the pacific NW
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 7:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i've got a friend that does the whole
“warsh” thing. drives me nuts
by mrsunshine on Aug 4, 2009 7:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
my grandpa was from Jersey and he said warsh
by Kurt Mensching on Aug 4, 2009 7:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don't know about Pacific NW
But my late grandmother from Iowa always said “warsh.”
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 7:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
As long as he doesn't give up five runs in the first, I'm fine.
Can’t dig that kind of hole twice and expect to dig out of it.
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 7:13 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Rod: "He did not get a lot of run support"
Well then he’ll fit right in here.
by kendra.michelle on Aug 4, 2009 7:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
COTN already?
Jeebus! save some for the rest of us!
by Kurt Mensching on Aug 4, 2009 7:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
just one run given up
Not very bad at all.
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 7:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
leadoff homer?
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 7:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
p
Welcome to Detroit>>Where the weak are killed and eaten.
by Detroitchik on Aug 4, 2009 7:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
O's rook pitcher looks like a kid that bullied me in 5th grade
instant dislike.
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 7:20 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I don't know who told that boy how to pronounce his name
but in my old neighborhood it’s “Mah-TOOSH”
by NCDee on Aug 4, 2009 7:20 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Can't watch the game yet
Going over final touch-ups with the people painting my house. My long nightmare might actually finally be over.
Dear Wieters, just let me sit down and watch some baseball.
by Ian Casselberry on Aug 4, 2009 7:23 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
um...
i’m getting a bad feeling so far about this game. seems a little sloppy
by mrsunshine on Aug 4, 2009 7:23 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I wish that guy behind home plate would stop yelling swing
because good things keep happening when they do.
by Kurt Mensching on Aug 4, 2009 7:24 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
there setting up the double play...
I hope.
by madpoopz on Aug 4, 2009 7:26 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
And now
let us bow our heads in prayer…
by kendra.michelle on Aug 4, 2009 7:27 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
i'm just worried that the anti-wieters
thames, isn’t fielding tonight
by mrsunshine on Aug 4, 2009 7:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
coprolites
:-)
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 7:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Piersynski
http://www.fromthecopa.blogspot.com
by rock n rye on Aug 4, 2009 7:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
bad week for aces?
halladay gave up 2 runs in the first
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 7:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Everett has got to make that play...
Whether he gets him at first or not, no excuse for not stopping that.
by rcpratt on Aug 4, 2009 7:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I'd prefer 3 straight outs...
instead of hoping for a double play.
by madpoopz on Aug 4, 2009 7:32 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Totally the last out of a no-hitter.
No man has ever been as hot as JV was that day.
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 7:33 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I don't think there really is an answer to that question
by Tagne13 on Aug 4, 2009 7:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
what about a runoff in-the-park homer? haha
by Kurt Mensching on Aug 4, 2009 7:36 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
when your pitcher is throwing a no-hitter!
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 7:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
yes
No hitter for nine innings, and then the home team wins on an inside-the-park homer in the bottom of the ninth.
With two outs, and after a 0-2 count and fouling off about 10 pitches first.
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 7:39 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tigers winning the wold series.
That’s an excitement I hope to experience someday.
by madpoopz on Aug 4, 2009 7:36 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
ordering pizza
guess I better put pants on
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 7:37 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I did that tonight too!
both things, actually. haha
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 7:38 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I had grilled chicken mango habanero wrap
and smoothie from Tropical Smoothie Cafe
by Tagne13 on Aug 4, 2009 7:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I would make something equally decent
but I am too tired to even look at my kitchen
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
finished leftover chicken
Cinnamon-orange chicken on a salad with mandarin oranges and raspberrry dressing.
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Why?
then you don’t have to worry about paying a tip
by Tagne13 on Aug 4, 2009 7:38 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
none of the guys that deliver for my pizza place are cute
not worth it
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 7:39 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
you just have high standards
comparing them to baseballers and all.
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 7:40 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
RISP squander time!
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 7:41 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
i would laugh so hard if he walks everett
just because of how bad he’s been struggling
by mrsunshine on Aug 4, 2009 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd settle for adequate.
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
baby steps first :)
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 7:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Did you see my comment
about owing you a pop?
by Tagne13 on Aug 4, 2009 7:46 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Take one for the team.
Just lean into one.
by 13194013 on Aug 4, 2009 7:44 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
missed it by that much
http://www.fromthecopa.blogspot.com
by rock n rye on Aug 4, 2009 7:44 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Hey look.
If we switched shortshops, we’d be winning 2-1.
by rcpratt on Aug 4, 2009 7:44 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
bought tickets to game in Anaheim!
YAY! sorry, I’m so excited :)
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 7:48 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
And another thing...
… if it’s Everett in the batter box, can you really call it a squander? That’s just Everett doing what he does; being wholly useless with the bat in his hands. To think some people actually want him back (vomit)
by BigDaddyJC on Aug 4, 2009 7:50 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
actually Everett has more RBI than Santiago
http://www.fromthecopa.blogspot.com
by rock n rye on Aug 4, 2009 7:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wilkin looks a lot like a more hispanic A-Rod.
Looks-wise.
by rcpratt on Aug 4, 2009 7:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Hence "more" Hispanic
I guess he kind of does. He looks like a Hispanic version of my next-door neighbor.
by kendra.michelle on Aug 4, 2009 7:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
According to Dan Dickerson,
it took Dombrowski to convince Leyland to remove Granderson against lefties.
by StringTheory on Aug 4, 2009 7:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
One look at Grandy's numbers versus lefties
Should make anyone sit him down against lefties.
by 13194013 on Aug 4, 2009 7:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
washburn needs to bean that guy next time up
by rwum14 on Aug 4, 2009 7:54 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
sometimes adequate is all that can be expected of a man ;)
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 7:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
just teasing, boys
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 7:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
well i'm sure it's true for
most of them.
by Kurt Mensching on Aug 4, 2009 7:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
present company excepted, of course
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Izturis is on the O's now?
Man, I remember him on the Dodgers. I guess I lost track of him.
by 13194013 on Aug 4, 2009 7:57 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Helloo out there!
I see we are losing. Is it bad or are we squandering again?
by murrajo on Aug 4, 2009 7:58 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
we're just letting them think
they’re going to win. we’re about to take it back.
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 7:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
wow the yanks are gonna be on network tv
imagine that
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 7:58 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
yes...
you only need to hit one out to the bullpen.
by madpoopz on Aug 4, 2009 7:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
maybe that corner in left he kept running to last night
he could put one there
by murrajo on Aug 4, 2009 8:00 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
When you end up hoping the bottom of order produces
Your offense may need to be re-examined.
by 13194013 on Aug 4, 2009 7:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
maybe putting a rookie into your leadoff spot has something to do with that?
i’m just say’n
by murrajo on Aug 4, 2009 8:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
They haven't scored consistently.
May as well try a rookie.
by 13194013 on Aug 4, 2009 8:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
plus the Orioles pitcher is a noob too
but it seems like an odd choice to me
by murrajo on Aug 4, 2009 8:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
taking suggestions from clete with the bat talk?
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 8:00 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
We like getting records.
Doesn’t matter what they’re for.
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 8:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
in good news
the rookie’s pitch count is decently high so far
by mrsunshine on Aug 4, 2009 8:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I like Matusz. Mixes his pitches real well.
That said, can we score? Please?
by rcpratt on Aug 4, 2009 8:02 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Only positive right now
Matusz has already thrown 68 pitches.
by BigDaddyJC on Aug 4, 2009 8:03 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
heyyy oo
let’s see if my internet can handle game thread and MLB.tv at the same time
Motown String Music- SB Nation's Detroit Pistons Blog
by Packey on Aug 4, 2009 8:03 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I dunno about you guys but
I miss the usage of “BINGE” as a subject line and exclamation points, etc every night
:(
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 8:04 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
ME TOO.
and The Notorious I-N-G-E
by kendra.michelle on Aug 4, 2009 8:05 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
yes- "Binlge" doesn't have the same ring
or results
by murrajo on Aug 4, 2009 8:05 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
"They kind of bent him over at the waist"
Rod, you’re killing me here
by murrajo on Aug 4, 2009 8:04 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
bwah ha ha ha ha ha
all in the name of leverage
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 8:05 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Rod: "They bent him over a little bit at the waist"
That sounds very … interesting?
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
there's a guy i know nicknamed Ace
because he’s not just a tool, he’s the whole damn hardware store
by mrsunshine on Aug 4, 2009 8:08 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
he was kinda funny when he was on letterman
/hides in corner
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 8:08 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I agree, somewhat
but every day is too much
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I thought so too!
But it’s gotten quite old by now.
by kendra.michelle on Aug 4, 2009 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Patrick Eaves!!!
(Sorry, wrong sport.) :)
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:08 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
what question?
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
did you read my post about owing you a diet mt dew?
by Tagne13 on Aug 4, 2009 8:10 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
your fanpost?
Busy at work today – I’ll read it now.
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
NICE PICTURES!
Glad you had a great time – but no diet dew needed. Who knows, she may wind up being a wacko that you want to dump in a couple months before she gets attached enough to stalk you.
See if it lasts first. :)
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Radio highlights?
Is there a place to find DD’s call on Clete’s walkoff last night?
by Elfuego51 on Aug 4, 2009 8:07 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
somebody needs to open a Tim Hortens in Holland
by murrajo on Aug 4, 2009 8:08 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
there is one on my way to and from work
I’ve never been, though – not a coffee drinker.
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I used to work in Windsor and I fell in love with their coffee and burgers
/// dreaming of the past
by murrajo on Aug 4, 2009 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm watching pregame
clete looks stoned as hell
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 8:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
so?
"Stupidity has a certain charm - ignorance does not"
by Zappatista on Aug 4, 2009 8:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
they should have included raburn
in the washburn deal just because
by rwum14 on Aug 4, 2009 8:11 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
BINGE!
there you go Alli
Motown String Music- SB Nation's Detroit Pistons Blog
by Packey on Aug 4, 2009 8:11 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Either Laird or Everett needs to cut the all-glove, no-bat bullshit...
… and get this damn run in.
by BigDaddyJC on Aug 4, 2009 8:12 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
We discussed his swing after the game last night, he made an adjustment
I said “Brandon, go with it till it quits working!”
by Tagne13 on Aug 4, 2009 8:12 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Okay
I have trouble telling sometimes
by kendra.michelle on Aug 4, 2009 8:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Did anyone else lose FSN for a minute?
by StringTheory on Aug 4, 2009 8:13 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
We need a stat check.....
This is AE’s first RBI since when?
"Stupidity has a certain charm - ignorance does not"
by Zappatista on Aug 4, 2009 8:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I hate the "Jack" jackpot commercials
by kendra.michelle on Aug 4, 2009 8:16 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Who does that?
Chills in a bar and says that? So bad.
by BigDaddyJC on Aug 4, 2009 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I lied about the delivery guys
helllooooo sir
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 8:17 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Ooooooh
Did you give him your number as a tip?
by kendra.michelle on Aug 4, 2009 8:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
ain't chicken shit
like wendy said, I got standards
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
why isn't Luke Scott in the lineup tonight?
by murrajo on Aug 4, 2009 8:18 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Porky was once bigger than Bugs Bunny.
He was a mega star that became a role player.
by 13194013 on Aug 4, 2009 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Did anyone notice how much the Orioles manager looks like Capt Kirk?
by murrajo on Aug 4, 2009 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes!
Looks quite a bit like the Shat.
by kendra.michelle on Aug 4, 2009 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Washburn's used to a lack of run support.
The M’s aren’t an offensive juggernaut.
by 13194013 on Aug 4, 2009 8:20 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
rod singing wieter's praises
smart, smart
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 8:20 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Strike 4
Home plate ump can go fuck himself
by BigDaddyJC on Aug 4, 2009 8:20 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
the Tigers
have a failtastic offense.
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yup. Should have beaned him.
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:22 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
his brother is a pain in our ass too
must share tips
by Tagne13 on Aug 4, 2009 8:23 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Washburn also doesn't exactly light it up against the Orioles historically
They’re one of the teams that seems to like him, his earlier 1 hit game against them excluded.
by 13194013 on Aug 4, 2009 8:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Of course he's had trouble against Boston.
Man. the Red Sox like Jarrod.
by 13194013 on Aug 4, 2009 8:31 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
oh, and the answer is no
No diet dew needed. See if it lasts or if she turns into a wacko stalker in four months. :)
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
told ya
My relationship history has not been marked by stellar judgement. I like hearing about someone else’s working out because I don’t think it’s something I’ll ever have happen. :)
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:31 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well that was awfully familiar.
That’s the 12th Orioles home run off of Washburn in his career.
by 13194013 on Aug 4, 2009 8:23 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
that's prob like 1 a year, lol
how many years has he been in the league?
by Tagne13 on Aug 4, 2009 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
In around 330+ ABs
He doesn’t pitch to them all that often since he’s in the AL west. Gotta remember numbers and games pitched.
He has over 770 ABs against the A’s though.
by 13194013 on Aug 4, 2009 8:27 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
About .033 in 354 ABs
18 games against, 17 started.
by 13194013 on Aug 4, 2009 8:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
come on washburn, we got so much love to give
don’t you want some of it?
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 8:24 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
THAT would have gotten you extra toppings
from Pizza Man.
by NCDee on Aug 4, 2009 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
ok
you can stop making this guy look good now
by rwum14 on Aug 4, 2009 8:26 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Been in the majors less than a year...
.. and I already fucking hate Gordon Beckham. 1-0 CWS
by BigDaddyJC on Aug 4, 2009 8:26 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
it seems like the Sox just breed Tiger killers.
I feel like there aren’t many Tigers that dominate a team constantly.
by Elfuego51 on Aug 4, 2009 8:27 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Their management hates the Tigers
Guess what Kenny Williams, the feeling is mutual.
by BigDaddyJC on Aug 4, 2009 8:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I miss Magglio's curls.
I should have bid for them on ebay.
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 8:27 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
damn
hoped it would leave, but without hitting the ground
by mrsunshine on Aug 4, 2009 8:29 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
dammit a ground rule double..
would’ve scored pollie easily
by RudeMood19 on Aug 4, 2009 8:29 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Did Rodney teach this kid how to iron the bill of his hat before the game?
"Stupidity has a certain charm - ignorance does not"
by Zappatista on Aug 4, 2009 8:29 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
maybe Sherill left his behind
http://www.fromthecopa.blogspot.com
by rock n rye on Aug 4, 2009 8:30 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I see Miggy got the memo
http://www.fromthecopa.blogspot.com
by rock n rye on Aug 4, 2009 8:29 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
C'mon Marcus
wait for one in your happy zone.
by NCDee on Aug 4, 2009 8:30 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
OMW
I just set my mlb.tv to show me Joey’s at bats. What a good day.
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 8:30 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
seriously?
this guy is creating squander opportunities just to mess with us
by mrsunshine on Aug 4, 2009 8:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
or just be adequate.
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
adequacy FAIL
:(
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
come on raburn
time for your random hit of the evening
by rwum14 on Aug 4, 2009 8:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Said it before and I'll say it many more times
We’ll see if they ever devote an entire offseason to simply pitching and defense.
by BigDaddyJC on Aug 4, 2009 8:32 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
with the players they have
offense should not be a problem. granderson, polonco, maggs, cabrera, thames
this line up should make pitchers cry in their beds, but instead we do
by murrajo on Aug 4, 2009 8:34 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
raburn is slumping, just like don kelly did
just like larish. they both got demoted
by mrsunshine on Aug 4, 2009 8:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I miss donnie
at least he wasn’t kicking balls around the field
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 8:34 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just another day in the D.
"Stupidity has a certain charm - ignorance does not"
by Zappatista on Aug 4, 2009 8:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
There went your rainbow!
"Stupidity has a certain charm - ignorance does not"
by Zappatista on Aug 4, 2009 8:36 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
nothin but GRAY skies
from now oooonnnnnnn
by Kurt Mensching on Aug 4, 2009 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
37% actually voted for the walkoff?
Ha, fail.
by BigDaddyJC on Aug 4, 2009 8:35 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
No kidding
I thought it was a stupid question too, there’s no comparison.
by Elfuego51 on Aug 4, 2009 8:36 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's almost like we're trying to squander.
Really. I’m not kidding.
by rook34 on Aug 4, 2009 8:35 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
We've got Baltimore right where we want them
in the lead with 5 runs.
by Elfuego51 on Aug 4, 2009 8:37 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Not in the plan, Mr. Washburn.
Yikes. Need EJ to be on his game tomorrow.
by rook34 on Aug 4, 2009 8:38 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Washborn is awesome
When he’s facing Detroit.
by Flying J on Aug 4, 2009 8:38 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Motherfucker. Of course, Washburn's debut goes as bad as possible.
Fuck this bullshit, I’ve got better things to do.
by BigDaddyJC on Aug 4, 2009 8:38 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
calm down there.
It’s not the end of the world.
by wepri31 on Aug 4, 2009 8:39 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Jarod....
Look at all the runs
I can fit in my pants
by Flying J on Aug 4, 2009 8:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Isn't that the second time now?
Mercy!
by StringTheory on Aug 4, 2009 8:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
fleeing nervous gibbons
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:48 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
they do seem "comfortable" with each other
don’t they
by murrajo on Aug 4, 2009 8:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
those are just cute
What about these guys?

"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:51 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
oh well.
this sucks, but nobody’s perfect. I’ll give him another chance before I judge him.
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 8:41 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Very good way to look at it
I agree.
by kendra.michelle on Aug 4, 2009 8:44 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I've seen him for years.
I judge Washburn as icky.
by 13194013 on Aug 4, 2009 8:46 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm going to Sunday's game
I hope that one is better for him
by murrajo on Aug 4, 2009 8:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Is there another comeback in this team?
by dettigionswings'stons on Aug 4, 2009 8:41 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Miner's In
He’ll give them up faster than we can score them.
by Elfuego51 on Aug 4, 2009 8:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
now in true Tigers fashion
They should come storming back to win for someone else so Washburn gets used to no-decisions and little run support. :)
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:41 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Sox doing their thing at the Launching Pad.
2-0 in the 2nd.
by rook34 on Aug 4, 2009 8:45 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
They're not stretching out Nate to bring him into the rotation.
Dave just wants to bury him in the minors as long as possible.
by StringTheory on Aug 4, 2009 8:46 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
All that negotiating made Ian sleepy
But it seems breathing makes Ian sleepy.
by NCDee on Aug 4, 2009 8:49 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Everett
You know I seem to always see him just missing or mucking up a play….have ya’ll seen him really dazzle?
by Flying J on Aug 4, 2009 8:49 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
izturis=grand slam
or miner walks in a run
by rwum14 on Aug 4, 2009 8:50 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I hate to say it
but I had a bad feeling about this game.
by kendra.michelle on Aug 4, 2009 8:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
While Jarrod wasn't his 2009 self the Tigers offense was its sucktastic usual squanderfest.
God, why couldn’t we get a bat?
by 13194013 on Aug 4, 2009 8:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
is Miner stil on this team?
…….can someone tell me that…..He walks way to many and is always falling behind hitters.
by BennieBladesFan on Aug 4, 2009 8:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
cracks like that make me happy I'm a brunette :)
I want that puppy on my lap. So cute!
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
well weve left 8 on base so far......
……Lets go fro double digits this inning guys!!!
by BennieBladesFan on Aug 4, 2009 8:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
while open carry is legal in Michigan...
I believe that qualifies as brandishing.
by madpoopz on Aug 4, 2009 8:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
will someone get me a drink
too tired, whiskey’s in the dining room cabinet
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 8:54 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
a CRAZY straw?
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tommy is ADORABLE
Brandon’s a sweetie.
by kendra.michelle on Aug 4, 2009 8:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Ray.....8.74 ERA
…….Equals 1 2 3 inning…..sad
by BennieBladesFan on Aug 4, 2009 8:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Tigers math
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
1 game lead......
…..How much longer can we hold this lead?
by BennieBladesFan on Aug 4, 2009 8:57 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
1 game is after we lose.
And everyone else wins.
by rcpratt on Aug 4, 2009 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yup......
…..right now thats whats happening
by BennieBladesFan on Aug 4, 2009 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
well its a game lead heading into tomorrow....
…..so 24 more hrs?
by BennieBladesFan on Aug 4, 2009 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
longer if the games go to extra innings
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
ray's got some cute dimples going on
sorry, resorting to checking out the other team’s dudes
by allikazoo on Aug 4, 2009 8:58 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
And to think I thought we were going to have an easy night...
With Scott out of the lineup.
by rook34 on Aug 4, 2009 8:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Tivo wants to record South park
what should I do?
by murrajo on Aug 4, 2009 8:59 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
follow Tivo
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a great battle." -- Philo of Alexandria
by Baroque on Aug 4, 2009 9:00 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs

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