Master Index of Archived Threads


Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Frayed Knot Aug 26 2022 03:46 PM

Chris Bassitt vs Chad Kuhl who, aside from being able to sign his autograph very quickly, hasn't got a whole lot else going for him right now. [20 Starts, 6-7, 5.16, 1.52] But as the cop says to Jake Gittes at the end of the movie, 'Forget Jake, it's Coors Field' (at least I think that's what he said) Lots of leadoff runners on last night. Not enough bringin' 'em around.

Frayed Knot Aug 26 2022 05:36 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Texarkana is NOT also on the Louisiana border, Gary.

Frayed Knot Aug 26 2022 05:44 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT Edited 1 time(s), most recently on Aug 26 2022 06:00 PM

I assume the relief corps behind Kuhl is known as 'The Gang'

MFS62 Aug 26 2022 05:59 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Frayed Knot wrote: Will Kuhl's relievers be known as 'The Gang'? I hope they don't celebrate. (come on) BATYBOOM! Later

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 06:07 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

I enjoyed the interview with Maz (or the tail end of it that I caught, anyhow). His hair was less shiny and his voice less mook-y, and he gains his authenticity points by referring to David Berkowitz as "The .44 Caliber Killer," the mostly forgotten nickname before he became Son of Sam.

The Hot Corner Aug 26 2022 06:17 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Naquin seems to be in a major funk. All I seem to see him do lately is strike out swinging. He always looks like he is swinging for the fences, even with 2 strikes.

Frayed Knot Aug 26 2022 06:19 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Well, at least they're not stranding oodles of runners tonight.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 06:25 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Cahna leading off next inning. We'll see beaucoups runners now. Speaking of Naquin, it's good to see Vogelberg finally giving his hammy (or whatever) a rest. Watching him walk briskly when running the bases has been dispiriting.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 06:27 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Though I wasn't anticipating him taking one off the elbow.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 06:31 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Two Cans on the bases.

Gwreck Aug 26 2022 06:33 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Man, it would be great for McCann to start hitting like this.

Lefty Specialist Aug 26 2022 06:37 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Triples are fun, Starling!

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 06:37 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Two Cans redeemed for cash!

kcmets Aug 26 2022 06:38 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

[BIGPURPLE]MarteTRIP!![/BIGPURPLE]

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 06:40 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Wynton Bernard, no relation to Marvin. Or Dwight.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 06:46 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Well, Bassitt probably should have gotten a visit before that at-bat.

Lefty Specialist Aug 26 2022 06:46 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Boy, the wheels fell off Bassitt quickly.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 06:49 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Yeah, that went fast. Really weird that he hasn't gotten a visit.

The Hot Corner Aug 26 2022 06:50 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Well, the Mets lead went to shit in a hurry.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 06:53 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

This may well be Bassitt's last fella.

Gwreck Aug 26 2022 06:56 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

80 pitches…I'd give Bassitt another inning. Maybe 2.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 07:04 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Lucas Gilbreath (no relation to Rod that I can find) is missing high. Hopefully that get him tattooed, perhaps by Baty.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 07:05 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Although Canha may be the best matchup.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 07:06 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

It's nice to see McNeil turn around a high fastball. That's not his favorite. That's rarely any lefty's favorite.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 07:12 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

McNubbles might have found it more profitable to come in feet first, but it was his hesitation around second that did him in. Still, man, did I call Canha or what?

Frayed Knot Aug 26 2022 07:12 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

I don't criticize that send by Cora.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 07:16 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Five more outs to get to Diaz.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 07:18 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

=Gwreck post_id=105446 time=1661561794 user_id=56] 80 pitches…I'd give Bassitt another inning. Maybe 2.

You called this one. Tell the guy at the candy store that your next Almond Joy is on me.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 07:20 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Gary Cohen singing The Tubes.

Gwreck Aug 26 2022 07:28 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Blackmon has a real problem with the on-deck circle. He's been obnoxiously far from it all game, illegally close to home plate, on the grass.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 07:34 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Pinch-running for Blackmon is surprising. Pinch-running for him right after he easily beat out an infield hit is almost weird.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 07:35 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

And then Hampson shuts me up by going first to third on a hit to left.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 07:36 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Red flags.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 07:38 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Bud Black is pinch-run CRAZY.

bmfc1 Aug 26 2022 07:38 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT Edited 2 time(s), most recently on Aug 26 2022 07:48 PM

Bassitt got a groundout on a groundball and gave up a single on a similar groundball. Buck might have overmanaged here. Update: not might, did. And this was the bounty that Eppler received in the "bountiful" relief market.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 07:41 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Well, there's that lead.

Lefty Specialist Aug 26 2022 07:43 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT Edited 1 time(s), most recently on Aug 26 2022 07:43 PM

Givens was a trade-deadline error by Eppler. Just brutal.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 07:43 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Givens had a nice fastball, but after hitting the batter, he gave up throwing anything else.

Frayed Knot Aug 26 2022 07:43 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Well, they best get their hittin' shoes on now.

Lefty Specialist Aug 26 2022 07:45 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Shoulda taken those revised mid-game DraftKings odds.

Gwreck Aug 26 2022 07:50 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Bassitt at 89 pitches with one out, only a runner on first, and still with a lead? I will take that against Givens EVERY time. Not a good job by Buck.

Frayed Knot Aug 26 2022 07:55 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Mark Canha is a God walking among us.

Frayed Knot Aug 26 2022 07:57 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

The other thing extending that inning does (aside from, y'know, tying the game) is brings the top of the Mets lineup around for bottom 9

Lefty Specialist Aug 26 2022 07:58 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Well, Diaz on for the 9th, and a chance to walk this off. Rockies are making the Mets work way too hard.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 07:59 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

My wife keeps walking into the room, and the Mets rally, and then she walks out and the Rox rally. I'm trying to get her to remain.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 08:05 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

It's like the Rox got the magic runner on second an inning early. My wife just left the room, dammit.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 08:06 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

OK, pick a hero. And let me know if you send Vogelbach up for McCannister.

Frayed Knot Aug 26 2022 08:07 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

OK that's the save, somebody go get the win.

Lefty Specialist Aug 26 2022 08:07 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Edgy MD wrote: It's like the Rox got the magic runner on second an inning early. My wife just left the room, dammit. Get her back. I can't take much more of this.

Frayed Knot Aug 26 2022 08:08 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT Edited 1 time(s), most recently on Aug 26 2022 08:10 PM

Edgy MD wrote: OK, pick a hero. Nimmo And let me know if you send Vogelbach up for McCannister. Depends on the situation. oe: oops, forgot JMcC was leadoff. I'm switching my hero call to Lindor

Lefty Specialist Aug 26 2022 08:09 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

The Fat Man makes an appearance.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 08:09 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Situation is leading off against a righty reliever, and here he comes.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 08:10 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

They'll need a pinch-runner, so this move might cost Buck all three guys on his bench.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 08:15 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

This would be a lovely time for Nimmix to find his steal tool.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 08:16 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Marte finding his hit-by-pitch tool is helpful too. No DPs.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 08:18 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Gah!

Frayed Knot Aug 26 2022 08:20 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

All's well that ends well against the Bard.

Willets Point Aug 26 2022 08:20 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

METS WIN!

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 08:21 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Fire, as the kids say. Pure fire.

Lefty Specialist Aug 26 2022 08:21 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Whew.

bmfc1 Aug 26 2022 08:24 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Walk, HBP, single. Way to go, Pete!

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 08:28 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Frayed Knot wrote: All's well that ends well against the Bard. Nothing can seem foul to those who win.

Fman99 Aug 26 2022 08:34 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

I watched but could not type as I spent innings 4-6 in urgent care after a nasty burn on my stove. Got one hand wrapped up like Im about to try to steal a base here.

Edgy MD Aug 26 2022 08:36 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

"Mark (Canha) never gives in to the allure of mediocrity." — Buck Showalter Heal quickly, Fman. Be careful with the drugs.

MFS62 Aug 26 2022 08:42 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Heal quickly, Fmann. We need you here. Later

Benjamin Grimm Aug 26 2022 09:04 PM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Tonight's win is the 81st win of the season. The Mets have not had a losing record at all this year, and this guarantees that they will go the entire season without dipping below .500. This will be only the fifth season in Mets history in which this has happened. (There have been quite a few seasons where they avoided going above .500; the most recent time was in 1995.) http://ultimatemets.com/above_below_500_graph.php?year=1985> http://ultimatemets.com/above_below_500_graph.php?year=1998> http://ultimatemets.com/above_below_500_graph.php?year=2006> http://ultimatemets.com/above_below_500_graph.php?year=2007> http://ultimatemets.com/above_below_500_graph.php?year=2022>

Benjamin Grimm Aug 27 2022 05:16 AM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

http://potg.ultimatemets.com/images/schaefer34.jpg> Cast your vote!

The Hot Corner Aug 27 2022 06:58 AM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

A hard earned victory for the Mets. FMan, I wish you a speedy recovery.

Willets Point Aug 27 2022 08:41 AM Re: Rox visit Mets, Take Two -- 8/26/22 IGT

Those late September dips in 98 and 07 are painful.