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Post by Hulkamaniac on Apr 1, 2010 21:09:48 GMT -5
Not bad. Blanton will need to rehab when he comes back. By the time he finishes, Moyer will be tired out and will need to be replaced in the rotation anyway. I wonder who the long man out of the pen will end up being. When Moyer finally hits his struggles again(I honestly hope he doesn't), Kendrick will more than likely take over as the #5 starter. I personally think Moyer needs to be a long relief pitcher. He seems like he's able to go 3 innings fine but after that he gets into trouble. He'd be good to eat up innings and he already showed he could do a somewhat decent job at it towards the end of last year. Moyer is 87 years old (or is it 88?). He's nothing more than a long man/spot starter at this point in his career and you could argue he shouldn't be playing.
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Post by Flyrfn144 on Apr 1, 2010 22:44:33 GMT -5
When Moyer finally hits his struggles again(I honestly hope he doesn't), Kendrick will more than likely take over as the #5 starter. I personally think Moyer needs to be a long relief pitcher. He seems like he's able to go 3 innings fine but after that he gets into trouble. He'd be good to eat up innings and he already showed he could do a somewhat decent job at it towards the end of last year. Moyer is 87 years old (or is it 88?). He's nothing more than a long man/spot starter at this point in his career and you could argue he shouldn't be playing. Hey, as long as he contributes this year, I don't care how old he is. He just better not make us regret giving him a 2 year deal, even though I think it was a bad decision from the start,
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Post by Jean-Ralphio on Apr 2, 2010 13:09:36 GMT -5
The Mets problem last year was injuries and THE LACK OF A ROTATION. Not a desire problem, not really sure how you can judge someones desire from a Wrestling message board.
The Mets can def win the division or the wild card this year, I doubt it, because they didnt fix their rotation much, but they could. Just like the Braves could win the division with some breaks.
Phillies fans need to realize, a Tommy Hanson vault to superstardom or a Cole Hamels 2009 collapse again, the the Braves could arguably be the better team.
I'd pick the Phillies to win the division, but not my a wide margin and A LOT can happen to change that.
Aside from what could be the worst offense in Red Sox history (Doubtful, but possible) I think the Phillies have the biggest question marks out of all the contenders
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Post by Jean-Ralphio on Apr 2, 2010 13:09:59 GMT -5
Also, Nick Johnson is hurt and I am shocked
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Post by Hulkamaniac on Apr 2, 2010 14:44:07 GMT -5
The Mets problem last year was injuries and THE LACK OF A ROTATION. Not a desire problem, not really sure how you can judge someones desire from a Wrestling message board. The Mets can def win the division or the wild card this year, I doubt it, because they didnt fix their rotation much, but they could. Just like the Braves could win the division with some breaks. Phillies fans need to realize, a Tommy Hanson vault to superstardom or a Cole Hamels 2009 collapse again, the the Braves could arguably be the better team. I'd pick the Phillies to win the division, but not my a wide margin and A LOT can happen to change that. Aside from what could be the worst offense in Red Sox history (Doubtful, but possible) I think the Phillies have the biggest question marks out of all the contenders I don't see any way the Mets win the division. Not a chance. I see them in 4th place and that assumes no injuries, no fluke hot streaks, etc...... I see the Phils in first, the Braves/Marlins battling for the wild card, then the Mets and the Nats brining up the rear. The Mets may not be a .500 team this year.
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Post by bad guy™ on Apr 2, 2010 14:56:28 GMT -5
The Pirates have traded Virgil Vasquez to the Rays for a player to be named at a later time, according to MLBTradeRumors.
Meh.
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Post by carly1988 on Apr 2, 2010 14:58:07 GMT -5
The Pirates have traded Virgil Vasquez to the Rays for a player to be named at a later time, according to MLBTradeRumors. Meh. .....who?
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Post by LA Times on Apr 2, 2010 15:06:50 GMT -5
The Pirates have traded Virgil Vasquez to the Rays for a player to be named at a later time, according to MLBTradeRumors. Meh. .....who? The Million Dollar Man's bodyguard. His name is Virgil and he is from Pittsburgh.
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Post by Lorenzo Alcazar on Apr 2, 2010 15:08:29 GMT -5
Damaso Marte, Francisco Cervelli, Alfredo Aceves and Nick Johnson are all injured for the Yankees.
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Post by Jean-Ralphio on Apr 2, 2010 15:29:19 GMT -5
Damaso Marte, Francisco Cervelli, Alfredo Aceves and Nick Johnson are all injured for the Yankees. 23rd man, 24th man, 25th man on their roster and biggest injury prone player in the history of the planet Shocker
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Post by LA Times on Apr 2, 2010 15:31:05 GMT -5
Damaso Marte, Francisco Cervelli, Alfredo Aceves and Nick Johnson are all injured for the Yankees. It's not like they are losing Mariano Rivera, Jorge Posada, Andy Pettitte and Mark Teixeira
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Post by King Bálor (CM)™ on Apr 2, 2010 15:38:48 GMT -5
The Mets problem last year was injuries and THE LACK OF A ROTATION. Not a desire problem, not really sure how you can judge someones desire from a Wrestling message board. The Mets can def win the division or the wild card this year, I doubt it, because they didnt fix their rotation much, but they could. Just like the Braves could win the division with some breaks. Phillies fans need to realize, a Tommy Hanson vault to superstardom or a Cole Hamels 2009 collapse again, the the Braves could arguably be the better team. I'd pick the Phillies to win the division, but not my a wide margin and A LOT can happen to change that. Aside from what could be the worst offense in Red Sox history (Doubtful, but possible) I think the Phillies have the biggest question marks out of all the contenders I totally disagree. The year started with hopes for contention. By the all star break, their spirit was broken. Reyes, when he was out there, was jogging around the base pads. Beltran and Delgado, neither was very interested in getting back on the field. Even Johan wasnt pitching all that well towards the end of the season, same with Pelphrey. By mid season, they basically packed up the ship and figured it had sailed. It was pretty evident if you watch their games. Mets cant contend b/c they are starting the year with injury issues, never addressed the rotation and are still several bats away from having a decent lineup. And lets not forget Francoeur is no solution in the outfield. Couple of years ago, relief pitching was the issue. Just blowing games. Now the entire pitching staff is. As far as the Phillies.....I hate to say it, but to me they are clearly the front runners for this division. Barring MAJOR injury, the division is their's to lose. Yes, Atlanta is coming along. Hanson is lights out and Cox compared Heyward to Henry Aaron. But they are still a few pieces away. If anyone is contending its the Marlins. Johnson and Nolasco I think will both be lights out. God bless The Mets if they can finish the year at .500.
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Post by Jean-Ralphio on Apr 2, 2010 15:48:44 GMT -5
No ones doubting the Phillies are the front runners, but their rotation is a question mark and if they get another 2009 year from Hamels, nothing from Lidge, Polanco/Ibanez a year older etc....and not to mention the ENTIRE division is better....the Phillies will be in trouble. Polanco hasnt played 3rd since Clinton was in office I think
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Post by Hulkamaniac on Apr 2, 2010 17:24:27 GMT -5
No ones doubting the Phillies are the front runners, but their rotation is a question mark and if they get another 2009 year from Hamels, nothing from Lidge, Polanco/Ibanez a year older etc....and not to mention the ENTIRE division is better....the Phillies will be in trouble. Polanco hasnt played 3rd since Clinton was in office I think Halladay is lights out at the top of the rotation. Hamels sucked last year and they still won the NL. Then you've got Happ who I think was a fluke last year. Kendrick who I think the entire NL has figured out and Moyer who was Methuselah's best friend growing up, but who is owed $8 mil. (Bear in mind that Cliff Lee could've been had this year for $8 mil. I'd rather have Lee for a year and then have him walk than have Moyer for a year and have him walk or retire, but that's another topic.) I think they still contend if Hamels struggles as long as the other starters hold up their end. Lidge sucked all year last year and they managed to win. Polanco is a big question mark to me at 3b. I like what he brings to the lineup, but defensively he's sketchy to me. Side question - has anyone ever tried Mlb.tv on the iPhone or iPod touch? I'm trying to decide if it's worth the $100 just so I can watch games while I'm supposed to be working.
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Post by Flyrfn144 on Apr 2, 2010 17:46:41 GMT -5
No ones doubting the Phillies are the front runners, but their rotation is a question mark and if they get another 2009 year from Hamels, nothing from Lidge, Polanco/Ibanez a year older etc....and not to mention the ENTIRE division is better....the Phillies will be in trouble. Polanco hasnt played 3rd since Clinton was in office I think I have hope for Hamels this year. He's been working harder in Spring Training, he seems to have his head on a lot straighter than he did last year and the addition of Halladay has helped him out vastly. As for Lidge, he still scares me. He gave up at least a run in every minor league appearance he had over the spring and his velocity is topping out at 89 MPH and he's still having trouble locating. Now, will that change when he's completely healthy, maybe, but I'm hoping Madson or even Baez can step up if needed this year because Lidge scares me. Polanco I'm not worried about completely, made some nice defensive plays after working out some early kinks in spring and he can hit which is good. Ibanez on the other hand I'm worried about. He had a rough spring and his age seems to be catching up to him big time now. Oh, and CM Showstopper gave the Phillies some credit and said they're a favorite to win the division? The world must be ending
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Post by T R W on Apr 2, 2010 17:51:31 GMT -5
If the Braves don't win the division, I'll chop my........beard off.
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Post by Mac Miller on Apr 2, 2010 18:48:05 GMT -5
Damaso Marte, Francisco Cervelli, Alfredo Aceves and Nick Johnson are all injured for the Yankees. 23rd man, 24th man, 25th man on their roster and biggest injury prone player in the history of the planet Shocker There is a man in Minnesota who would like to challenge him for that title.
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Post by Jimmy on Apr 2, 2010 18:51:12 GMT -5
Mike Leake bitches
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Post by Mac Miller on Apr 2, 2010 19:50:04 GMT -5
Over/under 275 innings Dusty makes him throw if they are in the NL Central race?
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Post by King Bálor (CM)™ on Apr 2, 2010 21:44:46 GMT -5
No ones doubting the Phillies are the front runners, but their rotation is a question mark and if they get another 2009 year from Hamels, nothing from Lidge, Polanco/Ibanez a year older etc....and not to mention the ENTIRE division is better....the Phillies will be in trouble. Polanco hasnt played 3rd since Clinton was in office I think Every rotation has question marks. But Philadelphia definitely has a top 10, possible top 5 rotation in MLB. Yes, Yankees, Sox, Marlins, Cards, and you could throw a few teams in that 5th spot. But Doc isnt gonna be good.....HE IS GONNA BE GREAT! If he could dominate AL hitters like he did, he is going to shred NL hitters. Hamels......a question mark, sure. If he is half the man he was in 08....Phillies will be ok. Blanton is suitable and my God, I love JA Happ. He came on like wildfire last year and will continue to do so this year. I see this kid as a borderline ace in a year or 2. As far as their lineup goes......Rollins, Ibanez, Utley, Howard, Werth, Victorino. 6/9 are DANGEROUS! If Polanco is considered their weak link.....I'm afraid. The Phillies can hit AND pitch. Oh, and CM Showstopper gave the Phillies some credit and said they're a favorite to win the division? The world must be ending Ugh. It hurts so bad. You dont understand how much HATRED I have for the Phillies. I despise the organization. I despise the city. But goddamn, they got one of the best teams in baseball this season. And credit has to go where its due. I'll still be overly critical. Moving Cliff Lee this year was a mistake. Lidge as closer, probably gonna remain the same as last year. Not retaining Werth after the season is over....typical Philly. Having the worse fans in baseball......no change there. But they still have a dangerous lineup and a dangerous rotation. Have mercy on the Mets. If the Braves don't win the division, I'll chop my........beard off. Take a pic now of your beard so we know whats getting chopped off 162 games or so later.
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