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Talk Zone / Maddon Conspiracy Theorist??
« on: May 29, 2019, 07:58:04 am »
Maddon on the absurd carry on balls hit in Houston's dome last two games:
“There’s definitely something going on. I’m not a conspiracy theorist – I am not. You can really gauge it on the balls up toward the ceiling, too. That one Bote caught literally almost hit the roof...
Whoever wants to admit to something or not; I don’t know if it’s a combination of the ball -- or maybe the techonlogiy of the bat has gotten better. Maybe it’s just purely about velocity. Or maybe there’s helium in this ballpark. But it’s friggin’ jumping, man.”
Thoughts??
“There’s definitely something going on. I’m not a conspiracy theorist – I am not. You can really gauge it on the balls up toward the ceiling, too. That one Bote caught literally almost hit the roof...
Whoever wants to admit to something or not; I don’t know if it’s a combination of the ball -- or maybe the techonlogiy of the bat has gotten better. Maybe it’s just purely about velocity. Or maybe there’s helium in this ballpark. But it’s friggin’ jumping, man.”
Thoughts??
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Talk Zone / The Athletic for the Win Again.
« on: May 23, 2019, 10:40:25 am »
Astros pitching
It is never one thing when it comes to the Astros and their pitchers, never one number that screams, “gotcha!” The team’s process is both more subtle and more expansive, “not a secret sauce,” Hinch says, “as much as a combination.”
The information flows. The conversations continue. The Astros carry on.
It is never one thing when it comes to the Astros and their pitchers, never one number that screams, “gotcha!” The team’s process is both more subtle and more expansive, “not a secret sauce,” Hinch says, “as much as a combination.”
The information flows. The conversations continue. The Astros carry on.
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Talk Zone / Frito Pie Friday
« on: May 08, 2019, 08:05:52 am »
So, Neil, Arky and I are meeting Friday for Frito pie to hopefully get some consistent vaunting happening. Any suggestions what to do to help Collin?
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Talk Zone / Opening Day
« on: December 18, 2018, 01:57:22 pm »
BTW, there are no groups for Opening Day. Just wanted to let you all know in case you want to go in 2019.
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Beer and Queso / 11/16/18 AA Lunch meeting?
« on: November 13, 2018, 10:33:58 am »
I'll be in Austin on 11/16/18 and looking for a lunch companion. Anyone interested in meeting up?
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Talk Zone / ALDS schedule
« on: October 02, 2018, 09:49:52 am »
So, we all know what days the games are scheduled, but have they seriously not announced the times? I cannot seem to find it.
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Game Zone 2018 / Angels v Astros September 23
« on: September 23, 2018, 01:44:39 pm »
Why is Morton out?
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Talk Zone / Waiver Question
« on: August 05, 2018, 04:21:19 pm »
I know I should know this but I don't remember and you all are quicker than google. If the Astros are able to claim a player off the wire, they don't have to to trade for him, they just assume his contract?
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Game Zone 2018 / Giants at Astros, May 23rd
« on: May 23, 2018, 01:55:25 pm »
Giants
Hernandez CF
McCutchen RF
Posey DH
Belt LF
Longoria 3B
Crawford ss (Cole's Brother in law)
Sandoval 1B
Hundley C
Tomlinson 2B
Samardzija P
Astros:
Springer RF
Bregman 3B
Altuve 2B
Correa SS
Gonzalez LF
Gurriel 1B
McCann C
Gattis DH
Kemp CF
Verlander P
Hernandez CF
McCutchen RF
Posey DH
Belt LF
Longoria 3B
Crawford ss (Cole's Brother in law)
Sandoval 1B
Hundley C
Tomlinson 2B
Samardzija P
Astros:
Springer RF
Bregman 3B
Altuve 2B
Correa SS
Gonzalez LF
Gurriel 1B
McCann C
Gattis DH
Kemp CF
Verlander P
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Game Zone 2018 / May 3, Yanks v Astros
« on: May 03, 2018, 01:56:49 pm »
Seems like same shit, different day.
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Beer and Queso / Work ID
« on: April 20, 2018, 10:15:59 am »
General question. Did you just for your work ID?
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Talk Zone / OWA Opening Day Schedule
« on: March 29, 2018, 05:35:15 pm »
Starts at Shiloh (1321 Studewood) at 11:00 am.
Spanish Flowers (4701 N. Main) at 1:00 pm
Flying Saucer, after, if you want.
Spanish Flowers (4701 N. Main) at 1:00 pm
Flying Saucer, after, if you want.
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Talk Zone / Race for the Lid XX!!!
« on: March 29, 2018, 11:12:43 am »
RACE FOR THE LID XX
Contest Rules:
________________________________________
1. Whatever the rules are, BudGirl (your RFTL judge and jury for 2018) can change them any time for any reason, including whim. The purpose of this rule is not to promote chaos, but to preempt wailing, moaning, whining, and griping.
________________________________________
2. A Pick is determined by the number of wins.
________________________________________
3. All picks are in this thread. Picks out of this thread are DQ’d unless BudGirl changes the rules.
________________________________________
4. One pick per person. If multiple picks, first poster get the pick.
________________________________________
5. The grand prize, of course, is an Astros cap of BudGirl's choosing from Astros.com. BudGirl is allowed to make rulings on prize disputes that may arise... namely; she gets to tell you to go to hell if you whine that you should get the prize!
________________________________________
6. NO PICKS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME.
OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME:
BEGINS : Now
CLOSES: Thursday, March 29, 2018 at first pitch of the Astros game against the Rangers.
No picks will be accepted after first pitch, unless BudGirl decides otherwise.
________________________________________
7. Verification of picks is determined by BudGirl. If she needs help, she will request it.
________________________________________
8. If there is no correct pick BudGirl will find a winner by a method of her choosing.
________________________________________
9. The previous year's winner is not eligible to pick.
________________________________________
10. Here’s the list of past winners:
2017 – Duman
2016 - WVastro
2015 – Fredia
2014 – HudsonHawk
2013 – Fynn
2012 – Ebby Calvin
2011 – no winner
2010 – Lurch
2009 - Ron Brand
2008 – EasTexAstro
2007 - no winner
2006 - Fredia
2005 - Drew Corleone
2004 - Andyzipp
2003 - Jim R
2002 - no winner
2001 - Neil T.
2000 - no winner
1999 - Astrobabe
Good Luck and may be the best fan win!
Contest Rules:
________________________________________
1. Whatever the rules are, BudGirl (your RFTL judge and jury for 2018) can change them any time for any reason, including whim. The purpose of this rule is not to promote chaos, but to preempt wailing, moaning, whining, and griping.
________________________________________
2. A Pick is determined by the number of wins.
________________________________________
3. All picks are in this thread. Picks out of this thread are DQ’d unless BudGirl changes the rules.
________________________________________
4. One pick per person. If multiple picks, first poster get the pick.
________________________________________
5. The grand prize, of course, is an Astros cap of BudGirl's choosing from Astros.com. BudGirl is allowed to make rulings on prize disputes that may arise... namely; she gets to tell you to go to hell if you whine that you should get the prize!
________________________________________
6. NO PICKS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME.
OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME:
BEGINS : Now
CLOSES: Thursday, March 29, 2018 at first pitch of the Astros game against the Rangers.
No picks will be accepted after first pitch, unless BudGirl decides otherwise.
________________________________________
7. Verification of picks is determined by BudGirl. If she needs help, she will request it.
________________________________________
8. If there is no correct pick BudGirl will find a winner by a method of her choosing.
________________________________________
9. The previous year's winner is not eligible to pick.
________________________________________
10. Here’s the list of past winners:
2017 – Duman
2016 - WVastro
2015 – Fredia
2014 – HudsonHawk
2013 – Fynn
2012 – Ebby Calvin
2011 – no winner
2010 – Lurch
2009 - Ron Brand
2008 – EasTexAstro
2007 - no winner
2006 - Fredia
2005 - Drew Corleone
2004 - Andyzipp
2003 - Jim R
2002 - no winner
2001 - Neil T.
2000 - no winner
1999 - Astrobabe
Good Luck and may be the best fan win!
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Talk Zone / Years Past
« on: March 22, 2018, 08:55:39 am »
So, this morning as I was driving into work I remembered seeing Lucas Harrell pitch a great game (which the Astros lost) at Petco Field in 2012. It just made me realize how far this team has come since then. Harrell, Anuery Rodriguez, Happ.
OMG, we weather a drought and a hurricane to get to the Promise land!
OMG, we weather a drought and a hurricane to get to the Promise land!
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Talk Zone / Astros and White House
« on: February 07, 2018, 08:31:27 am »
Are any Astros players planning on going to the White House? I believe they were invited and Beltran has passed, but I really haven't heard much more than that.
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Talk Zone / Astroline!! With Josh Reddick
« on: January 30, 2018, 10:50:41 am »
So, Wednesday (not Thursday) is Astroline with Josh Reddick. Anyone interested in going?
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Talk Zone / Games replayed
« on: December 28, 2017, 03:43:29 pm »
In case anyone is interested, ROOTS Sports is re-playing games from the season. I am unsure when or which games but it is nice watching them clinch again.
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Talk Zone / Manager Rankings
« on: December 11, 2017, 11:18:18 am »
manager rankings
Yeah, I don't agree with this ranking. #1 has a lot of potential and #2 is a homer pick for me for sure.
Yeah, I don't agree with this ranking. #1 has a lot of potential and #2 is a homer pick for me for sure.
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Talk Zone / Astroline!!
« on: November 29, 2017, 01:54:04 pm »
#Astroline is back TOMORROW (November 30) with guest AJ Hinch and host Bill Brown! We'll be live from Pluckers at 1400 Shepherd Dr at 6pm -- see you there!
Anyone planning to attend?
Anyone planning to attend?
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Talk Zone / Too bad for pots
« on: November 06, 2017, 04:24:56 pm »
If he hadn't been a late pick I might have let him win too.
http://www.orangewhoopass.com/forums/index.php?topic=119119.msg567433#msg567433
But, congratulations to Duman!!! You deserve a new lid!
http://www.orangewhoopass.com/forums/index.php?topic=119119.msg567433#msg567433
But, congratulations to Duman!!! You deserve a new lid!
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Talk Zone / Astros data
« on: October 30, 2017, 10:17:49 pm »
Stole this from a McTaggert tweet. Who would have thought Luke would have no runs?
More Astros playoff data:
Gregerson: 3 IP, 0 runs
Harris: 4 IP, 1 run
Peacock: 10.1 IP, 7 runs
Devo: 7.2 IP, 8 runs
Giles: 7.2 IP, 10 runs
More Astros playoff data:
Gregerson: 3 IP, 0 runs
Harris: 4 IP, 1 run
Peacock: 10.1 IP, 7 runs
Devo: 7.2 IP, 8 runs
Giles: 7.2 IP, 10 runs
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Talk Zone / World Series tickets
« on: October 19, 2017, 10:20:35 am »
Check your codes, presale starts at 11 CT
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Talk Zone / Game Watch Tonight
« on: October 16, 2017, 12:41:48 pm »
Anyone want to meet up for the game tonight??
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Talk Zone / Opening Day Tickets
« on: October 10, 2017, 05:10:45 pm »
So, if we want to do a OWA group again, a ticket in the Terrace Deck Infield (300 level)section is $98 plus fees each.
Who's in? This price is apparently good through 10/31/17.
Who's in? This price is apparently good through 10/31/17.
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Talk Zone / post-season tickets
« on: September 18, 2017, 10:08:29 am »
I had a password to buy tickets right now for an hour. you all might want to check your in-boxes.
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Beer and Queso / National Beer Day - April 7th
« on: April 07, 2017, 02:30:38 pm »
Seems appropriate for Friday and the Beer and Queso forum!
What's your beer for the day?
National Beer Day
What's your beer for the day?
National Beer Day
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Talk Zone / Race for the Lid!!!
« on: April 03, 2017, 03:51:09 pm »
RACE FOR THE LID XIX
Contest Rules:
________________________________________
1. Whatever the rules are, BudGirl (your RFTL judge and jury for 2017) can change them any time for any reason, including whim. The purpose of this rule is not to promote chaos, but to preempt wailing, moaning, whining, and griping.
________________________________________
2. A Pick is determined by the number of wins. Picks below 80 should not win, even if they’re right they’re wrong. They will be accepted and you can be a winner but no one will like you.
________________________________________
3. All picks are in this thread. Picks out of this thread are DQ’d unless BudGirl changes the rules.
________________________________________
4. One pick per person. If multiple picks, first poster get the pick.
________________________________________
5. The grand prize, of course, is an Astros cap of BudGirl's choosing from Astros.com. BudGirl is allowed to make rulings on prize disputes that may arise... namely; she gets to tell you to go to hell if you whine that you should get the prize!
________________________________________
6. NO PICKS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME.
OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME:
BEGINS : Tuesday, April 5th at 10:00 AM CST
CLOSES: Tuesday, April 6th at first pitch
No picks will be accepted after first pitch on April 5th, unless BudGirl decides otherwise.
________________________________________
7. Verification of picks is determined by BudGirl. If she needs help, she will request it.
________________________________________
8. If there is no correct pick BudGirl will find a winner by a method of her choosing.
________________________________________
9. Game 1 of the 2017 season will not be included in the win total (in other words, the pick is based on games 2-162.)
________________________________________
10. The previous year's winner is not eligible to pick.
________________________________________
11. Here’s the list of past winners:
2016 - WVastro
2015 – Fredia
2014 – HudsonHawk
2013 – Fynn
2012 – Ebby Calvin
2011 – no winner
2010 – Lurch
2009 - Ron Brand
2008 – EasTexAstro
2007 - no winner
2006 - Fredia
2005 - Drew Corleone
2004 - Andyzipp
2003 - Jim R
2002 - no winner
2001 - Neil T.
2000 - no winner
1999 - Astrobabe
Good Luck and may be the best fan win!
Contest Rules:
________________________________________
1. Whatever the rules are, BudGirl (your RFTL judge and jury for 2017) can change them any time for any reason, including whim. The purpose of this rule is not to promote chaos, but to preempt wailing, moaning, whining, and griping.
________________________________________
2. A Pick is determined by the number of wins. Picks below 80 should not win, even if they’re right they’re wrong. They will be accepted and you can be a winner but no one will like you.
________________________________________
3. All picks are in this thread. Picks out of this thread are DQ’d unless BudGirl changes the rules.
________________________________________
4. One pick per person. If multiple picks, first poster get the pick.
________________________________________
5. The grand prize, of course, is an Astros cap of BudGirl's choosing from Astros.com. BudGirl is allowed to make rulings on prize disputes that may arise... namely; she gets to tell you to go to hell if you whine that you should get the prize!
________________________________________
6. NO PICKS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME.
OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME:
BEGINS : Tuesday, April 5th at 10:00 AM CST
CLOSES: Tuesday, April 6th at first pitch
No picks will be accepted after first pitch on April 5th, unless BudGirl decides otherwise.
________________________________________
7. Verification of picks is determined by BudGirl. If she needs help, she will request it.
________________________________________
8. If there is no correct pick BudGirl will find a winner by a method of her choosing.
________________________________________
9. Game 1 of the 2017 season will not be included in the win total (in other words, the pick is based on games 2-162.)
________________________________________
10. The previous year's winner is not eligible to pick.
________________________________________
11. Here’s the list of past winners:
2016 - WVastro
2015 – Fredia
2014 – HudsonHawk
2013 – Fynn
2012 – Ebby Calvin
2011 – no winner
2010 – Lurch
2009 - Ron Brand
2008 – EasTexAstro
2007 - no winner
2006 - Fredia
2005 - Drew Corleone
2004 - Andyzipp
2003 - Jim R
2002 - no winner
2001 - Neil T.
2000 - no winner
1999 - Astrobabe
Good Luck and may be the best fan win!
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Talk Zone / OWA Opening Day Ticket Thread 2017
« on: January 27, 2017, 12:19:57 pm »
Let me know if you want to join the OWA group for tickets. How many do you want? I'm deciding on the section since I'm holding the bag.
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Beer and Queso / Daddy
« on: August 15, 2016, 10:26:00 pm »
I wrote this Bleacher Rap 15.5 years ago. My Daddy is still my hero. He has pneumonia and is not doing well. Between the time I wrote this Bleacher Rap and now, he has had one broken leg, one ossification surgery, two heart attacks, a lung infection, two stents, and a number of other ailments. He is now in his 9th inning with two outs. I love him with all my heart and I sincerely hope your children love you as much. Cherish your time with them because it is too short.
Dad & Baseball
Dad & Baseball
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Talk Zone / D-Backs at Giants
« on: July 10, 2016, 09:14:29 pm »
Is a pretty good game is you are interested in nothing.
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Talk Zone / Getting caught up with the transactions
« on: May 17, 2016, 04:15:25 pm »
I can't believe how much I've missed laying around on a beach..
Date Transaction
5/3/16 Houston Astros sent C Max Stassi on a rehab assignment to Fresno Grizzlies.
5/5/16 Houston Astros optioned RHP Michael Feliz to Fresno Grizzlies.
5/5/16 Houston Astros recalled Jake Marisnick from Fresno Grizzlies.
5/6/16 Houston Astros placed LHP Tony Sipp on the paternity list.
5/6/16 Houston Astros recalled Michael Feliz from Fresno Grizzlies.
5/7/16 Houston Astros activated LHP Tony Sipp from the paternity list.
5/7/16 Houston Astros sent RHP Lance McCullers on a rehab assignment to Fresno Grizzlies.
5/7/16 Houston Astros optioned C Evan Gattis to Corpus Christi Hooks.
5/8/16 Houston Astros optioned C Max Stassi to Fresno Grizzlies.
5/10/16 Houston Astros placed C Jason Castro on the paternity list.
5/10/16 Houston Astros recalled C Max Stassi from Fresno Grizzlies.
5/13/16 Houston Astros activated RHP Lance McCullers from the 15-day disabled list.
5/13/16 Houston Astros activated C Jason Castro from the paternity list.
5/13/16 Houston Astros optioned Max Stassi to Fresno Grizzlies.
5/13/16 Houston Astros optioned RHP Josh Fields to Fresno Grizzlies.
5/16/16 Houston Astros designated C Erik Kratz for assignment.
5/16/16 Houston Astros optioned Preston Tucker to Fresno Grizzlies.
5/16/16 Houston Astros selected the contract of Tony Kemp from Fresno Grizzlies.
5/17/16 Houston Astros placed CF Carlos Gomez on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 16, 2016. Bruised left rib cage
5/17/16 Houston Astros designated RHP Asher Wojciechowski for assignment.
5/17/16 Houston Astros selected the contract of Colin Moran from Fresno Grizzlies.
5/17/16 Houston Astros recalled Evan Gattis from Corpus Christi Hooks.
Date Transaction
5/3/16 Houston Astros sent C Max Stassi on a rehab assignment to Fresno Grizzlies.
5/5/16 Houston Astros optioned RHP Michael Feliz to Fresno Grizzlies.
5/5/16 Houston Astros recalled Jake Marisnick from Fresno Grizzlies.
5/6/16 Houston Astros placed LHP Tony Sipp on the paternity list.
5/6/16 Houston Astros recalled Michael Feliz from Fresno Grizzlies.
5/7/16 Houston Astros activated LHP Tony Sipp from the paternity list.
5/7/16 Houston Astros sent RHP Lance McCullers on a rehab assignment to Fresno Grizzlies.
5/7/16 Houston Astros optioned C Evan Gattis to Corpus Christi Hooks.
5/8/16 Houston Astros optioned C Max Stassi to Fresno Grizzlies.
5/10/16 Houston Astros placed C Jason Castro on the paternity list.
5/10/16 Houston Astros recalled C Max Stassi from Fresno Grizzlies.
5/13/16 Houston Astros activated RHP Lance McCullers from the 15-day disabled list.
5/13/16 Houston Astros activated C Jason Castro from the paternity list.
5/13/16 Houston Astros optioned Max Stassi to Fresno Grizzlies.
5/13/16 Houston Astros optioned RHP Josh Fields to Fresno Grizzlies.
5/16/16 Houston Astros designated C Erik Kratz for assignment.
5/16/16 Houston Astros optioned Preston Tucker to Fresno Grizzlies.
5/16/16 Houston Astros selected the contract of Tony Kemp from Fresno Grizzlies.
5/17/16 Houston Astros placed CF Carlos Gomez on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 16, 2016. Bruised left rib cage
5/17/16 Houston Astros designated RHP Asher Wojciechowski for assignment.
5/17/16 Houston Astros selected the contract of Colin Moran from Fresno Grizzlies.
5/17/16 Houston Astros recalled Evan Gattis from Corpus Christi Hooks.
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Talk Zone / Is there an anitdote?
« on: April 21, 2016, 09:38:47 am »
So, I intentionally did not watch last night's game. I went to bed early but did have the game on. I think I saw the drop by White and I was not surprised.
So, if this team is snake-bitten, what do you suppose is the antidote? I do not believe they are over-rated, but will admit that Hinch and Luhnow need to make some adjustments and shake things up.
My first move would be to sit Gomez and play Marisnick for more than just one game. The pitching will get adjusted when McCullers comes back.
Also, someone mentioned in the GZ yesterday that a Bagwell/Biggio moment needs to happen, well, Mr. Altuve and Mr. Correa, you guys are the leaders, start leading. I also think Rasmus would have their back, which would be good since I believe he is the best veteran on the team.
So, if this team is snake-bitten, what do you suppose is the antidote? I do not believe they are over-rated, but will admit that Hinch and Luhnow need to make some adjustments and shake things up.
My first move would be to sit Gomez and play Marisnick for more than just one game. The pitching will get adjusted when McCullers comes back.
Also, someone mentioned in the GZ yesterday that a Bagwell/Biggio moment needs to happen, well, Mr. Altuve and Mr. Correa, you guys are the leaders, start leading. I also think Rasmus would have their back, which would be good since I believe he is the best veteran on the team.
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Talk Zone / Race for the Lid!!!
« on: April 04, 2016, 08:30:18 am »
Besides Opening Day the thing most every loves most on this board (not including the Bus Ride because I do enjoy that forum).
RACE FOR THE LID XVIII
Contest Rules:
________________________________________
1. Whatever the rules are, BudGirl (your RFTL judge and jury for 2016) can change them any time for any reason, including whim. The purpose of this rule is not to promote chaos, but to preempt wailing, moaning, whining, and griping.
________________________________________
2. A Pick is determined by the number of wins. Picks below 80 should not win, even if they’re right they’re wrong. They will be accepted and you can be a winner but no one will like you.
________________________________________
3. All picks are in this thread. Picks out of this thread are DQ’d unless BudGirl changes the rules.
________________________________________
4. One pick per person. If multiple picks, first poster get the pick.
________________________________________
5. The grand prize, of course, is an Astros cap of BudGirl's choosing from Astros.com. BudGirl is allowed to make rulings on prize disputes that may arise... namely; she gets to tell you to go to hell if you whine that you should get the prize!
________________________________________
6. NO PICKS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME.
OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME:
BEGINS NOW and CLOSES Tuesday, April 5th at first pitch!!!!!
No picks will be accepted after first pitch on April 5th, unless BudGirl decides otherwise.
________________________________________
7. Verification of picks is determined by BudGirl. If she needs help, she will request it.
________________________________________
8. If there is no correct pick BudGirl will find a winner by a method of her choosing.
________________________________________
9. Here’s the list of past winners:
2015 – Fredia
2014 – HudsonHawk
2013 – Fynn
2012 – Ebby Calvin
2011 – no winner
2010 – Lurch
2009 - Ron Brand
2008 – EasTexAstro
2007 - no winner
2006 - Fredia
2005 - Drew Corleone
2004 - Andyzipp
2003 - Jim R
2002 - no winner
2001 - Neil T.
2000 - no winner
1999 - Astrobabe
Good Luck and may be the best fan win!
RACE FOR THE LID XVIII
Contest Rules:
________________________________________
1. Whatever the rules are, BudGirl (your RFTL judge and jury for 2016) can change them any time for any reason, including whim. The purpose of this rule is not to promote chaos, but to preempt wailing, moaning, whining, and griping.
________________________________________
2. A Pick is determined by the number of wins. Picks below 80 should not win, even if they’re right they’re wrong. They will be accepted and you can be a winner but no one will like you.
________________________________________
3. All picks are in this thread. Picks out of this thread are DQ’d unless BudGirl changes the rules.
________________________________________
4. One pick per person. If multiple picks, first poster get the pick.
________________________________________
5. The grand prize, of course, is an Astros cap of BudGirl's choosing from Astros.com. BudGirl is allowed to make rulings on prize disputes that may arise... namely; she gets to tell you to go to hell if you whine that you should get the prize!
________________________________________
6. NO PICKS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME.
OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME:
BEGINS NOW and CLOSES Tuesday, April 5th at first pitch!!!!!
No picks will be accepted after first pitch on April 5th, unless BudGirl decides otherwise.
________________________________________
7. Verification of picks is determined by BudGirl. If she needs help, she will request it.
________________________________________
8. If there is no correct pick BudGirl will find a winner by a method of her choosing.
________________________________________
9. Here’s the list of past winners:
2015 – Fredia
2014 – HudsonHawk
2013 – Fynn
2012 – Ebby Calvin
2011 – no winner
2010 – Lurch
2009 - Ron Brand
2008 – EasTexAstro
2007 - no winner
2006 - Fredia
2005 - Drew Corleone
2004 - Andyzipp
2003 - Jim R
2002 - no winner
2001 - Neil T.
2000 - no winner
1999 - Astrobabe
Good Luck and may be the best fan win!
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Game Zone 2016 Archive / Cardinals at Astros
« on: March 04, 2016, 09:19:16 am »
Altuve 2b
Gonzalez DH
Correa SS
Valbuena 3b
White 1b
Tucker LF
Marisnick RF
Pena C
Aplin CF
Rodriguez P
Also eligible
Kemp, Singleton, Fontana, Sclafani, Reed, Fisher, Kemmer, Perez, Worth, Bregman, Davis, Moran, Duffy, Stassi, Gonzalez, Heineman
Harris, Valdez, Jankowski, Cabrera, Paulino, Straily, Buchanan, Minaya, Devenski
https://www.facebook.com/Astros/photos/a.230777475430.290606.91703305430/10156539552035431/?type=3&theater
Pham DH
Piscotty RF
Grichuk CF
Moss 1b
Wilson, J 3b
Wong 2b
Garcia A LF
Fryer C
Garcia, G SS
Garcia J P
Gonzalez DH
Correa SS
Valbuena 3b
White 1b
Tucker LF
Marisnick RF
Pena C
Aplin CF
Rodriguez P
Also eligible
Kemp, Singleton, Fontana, Sclafani, Reed, Fisher, Kemmer, Perez, Worth, Bregman, Davis, Moran, Duffy, Stassi, Gonzalez, Heineman
Harris, Valdez, Jankowski, Cabrera, Paulino, Straily, Buchanan, Minaya, Devenski
https://www.facebook.com/Astros/photos/a.230777475430.290606.91703305430/10156539552035431/?type=3&theater
Pham DH
Piscotty RF
Grichuk CF
Moss 1b
Wilson, J 3b
Wong 2b
Garcia A LF
Fryer C
Garcia, G SS
Garcia J P
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Talk Zone / Spring Training LIVE
« on: February 26, 2016, 10:29:11 am »
I found this on Facebook, its not great video but it is live. And hopefully the link works.
https://www.facebook.com/usatodayftw/videos/vb.177037772444433/593415550806651/?type=2&theater
https://www.facebook.com/usatodayftw/videos/vb.177037772444433/593415550806651/?type=2&theater
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Talk Zone / Our Special Astro
« on: February 25, 2016, 02:28:47 pm »
This is a great (and short write-up) article by Correa. Just makes me say prayers that he stays healthy, becomes the special player he seems to be for a long time, and stays an Astro for his entire career!
http://www.theplayerstribune.com/carlos-correa-astros-mlb-puerto-rico-photo-gallery/
http://www.theplayerstribune.com/carlos-correa-astros-mlb-puerto-rico-photo-gallery/
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Talk Zone / Rickey and Luhnow
« on: January 09, 2016, 03:03:05 pm »
So, I've been reading Baseball's Great Experiment by Jules Tygiel and am thinking the way Branch Rickey rebuilt the Dodgers reminded me of how Luhnow has rebuild the Astros. Just wanted to share that thought. I also recommend the book to any who have not read it, but I suspect many of you already have.
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Talk Zone / Race for the Lid Winner!!!
« on: October 05, 2015, 09:43:54 am »
Congrats Fredia on your winning pick of 86 wins! PM me your pick of caps and your mailing address.
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Game Zone 2015 Archive / Astros v. Rangers, August 4, 2015
« on: August 04, 2015, 06:49:07 pm »
Altuve 2b
Gomez CF
Correa SS
Tucker LF
Gattis DH
Rasmus RF
Balbuena 3B
Gonzalez 1B
Castro C
Straily P
DeShields CF
Odor 2B
Fielder DH
Beltre 3B
Moreland 1B
Hamilton LF
Choo Rf
Andrus SS
Gimenez C
Gallardo P
Gomez CF
Correa SS
Tucker LF
Gattis DH
Rasmus RF
Balbuena 3B
Gonzalez 1B
Castro C
Straily P
DeShields CF
Odor 2B
Fielder DH
Beltre 3B
Moreland 1B
Hamilton LF
Choo Rf
Andrus SS
Gimenez C
Gallardo P
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Beer and Queso / Happy Birthday HH!
« on: July 28, 2015, 08:48:47 am »
May you be right all day long and your wishes come true.
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Talk Zone / Race for the Lid XVII
« on: April 02, 2015, 01:33:26 pm »
You ready... here you go...
RACE FOR THE LID XVII
Contest Rules:
________________________________________
1. Whatever the rules are, BudGirl (your RFTL judge and jury for 2015) can change them any time for any reason, including whim. The purpose of this rule is not to promote chaos, but to preempt wailing, moaning, whining, and griping.
________________________________________
2. A Pick is determined by the number of wins. Picks below 80 should not win, even if they’re right they’re wrong. They will be accepted and you can be a winner but no one will like you.
________________________________________
3. All picks are in this thread. Picks out of this thread are DQ’d unless BudGirl changes the rules.
________________________________________
4. One pick per person.
________________________________________
5. If there are gaps in the high picks, say, between 95 and 162, the low pick gets the gaps down to the next highest pick. This does not work in reverse, i.e., above 95. We all win if the Astros win more than the high pick.
________________________________________
6. The grand prize, of course, is an Astros cap of BudGirl's choosing from Astros.com. BudGirl is allowed to make rulings on prize disputes that may arise... namely; she gets to tell you to go to hell if you whine that you should get the prize!
________________________________________
7. NO PICKS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME, WHICH IN THIS CIRCULAR DEFINITION WILL BE ON OR ABOUT 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 3rd and Close Monday, April 6th, at the first pitch of the Astros season opener against the Cleveland Indians. Anyone who posts before then will be DQ'd. No picks will be accepted after the first pitch on Opening Day, unless BudGirl decides otherwise.
________________________________________
8. Verification of picks is determined by BudGirl. If she needs help, she will request it.
9. If there is no correct pick BudGirl will find a winner by a method of her choosing.
________________________________________
10. Here’s the list of past winners:
2014 – HudsonHawk
2013 - Fynn
2012 – Ebby Calvin
2011 – no winner
2010 – Lurch
2009 - Ron Brand
2008 – EasTexAstro
2007 - no winner
2006 - Fredia
2005 - Drew Corleone
2004 - Andyzipp
2003 - Jim R
2002 - no winner
2001 - Neil T.
2000 - no winner
1999 - Astrobabe
Good Luck and may be the best fan win!
RACE FOR THE LID XVII
Contest Rules:
________________________________________
1. Whatever the rules are, BudGirl (your RFTL judge and jury for 2015) can change them any time for any reason, including whim. The purpose of this rule is not to promote chaos, but to preempt wailing, moaning, whining, and griping.
________________________________________
2. A Pick is determined by the number of wins. Picks below 80 should not win, even if they’re right they’re wrong. They will be accepted and you can be a winner but no one will like you.
________________________________________
3. All picks are in this thread. Picks out of this thread are DQ’d unless BudGirl changes the rules.
________________________________________
4. One pick per person.
________________________________________
5. If there are gaps in the high picks, say, between 95 and 162, the low pick gets the gaps down to the next highest pick. This does not work in reverse, i.e., above 95. We all win if the Astros win more than the high pick.
________________________________________
6. The grand prize, of course, is an Astros cap of BudGirl's choosing from Astros.com. BudGirl is allowed to make rulings on prize disputes that may arise... namely; she gets to tell you to go to hell if you whine that you should get the prize!
________________________________________
7. NO PICKS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME, WHICH IN THIS CIRCULAR DEFINITION WILL BE ON OR ABOUT 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 3rd and Close Monday, April 6th, at the first pitch of the Astros season opener against the Cleveland Indians. Anyone who posts before then will be DQ'd. No picks will be accepted after the first pitch on Opening Day, unless BudGirl decides otherwise.
________________________________________
8. Verification of picks is determined by BudGirl. If she needs help, she will request it.
9. If there is no correct pick BudGirl will find a winner by a method of her choosing.
________________________________________
10. Here’s the list of past winners:
2014 – HudsonHawk
2013 - Fynn
2012 – Ebby Calvin
2011 – no winner
2010 – Lurch
2009 - Ron Brand
2008 – EasTexAstro
2007 - no winner
2006 - Fredia
2005 - Drew Corleone
2004 - Andyzipp
2003 - Jim R
2002 - no winner
2001 - Neil T.
2000 - no winner
1999 - Astrobabe
Good Luck and may be the best fan win!
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Game Zone 2014 Archive / Blue Jays v. Astros 7/31/14
« on: July 31, 2014, 04:38:54 pm »
4 Altuve
8 Grossman
DH Karter
2 Kastro
7 Krauss
3 Singleton
5 Dominguez
9 Hoes
6 Petit
Buchanan P
8 Grossman
DH Karter
2 Kastro
7 Krauss
3 Singleton
5 Dominguez
9 Hoes
6 Petit
Buchanan P
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Talk Zone / Missions v. Hooks, MMP, June 10th
« on: May 29, 2014, 09:22:20 am »
Did you all realize tickets are general admission and only $12.17 (which includes the fees)? Well, I plan on being there to see Fontana, Aplin, Deshields, Tucker and whichever pitcher tosses on the night.
Anyone else interested in seeing our future Astros?
Anyone else interested in seeing our future Astros?
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Talk Zone / Astros @ Mariners
« on: May 23, 2014, 02:40:36 pm »
It's Original! by the GreatBagwellsBeard
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Game Zone 2014 Archive / Astros at Blue Jays
« on: April 08, 2014, 02:47:41 pm »
Grossman LF
Altuve 2B
Guzman 1B
Castro C
Carter DH
Hoes RF
Dominguez 3B
Presley CF
Villar SS
Oberholtzer on the mound
Altuve 2B
Guzman 1B
Castro C
Carter DH
Hoes RF
Dominguez 3B
Presley CF
Villar SS
Oberholtzer on the mound
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Talk Zone / RACE FOR THE LID XVI
« on: March 28, 2014, 08:57:20 pm »
You ready... here you go...
RACE FOR THE LID XVI
Contest Rules:
________________________________________
1. Whatever the rules are, BudGirl (your RFTL judge and jury for 2014) can change them any time for any reason, including whim. The purpose of this rule is not to promote chaos, but to preempt wailing, moaning, whining, and griping. Particularly griping.
________________________________________
2. A Pick is determine the number of wins. Picks below 60 should not win, even if they’re right they’re wrong. They will be accepted and you can be a winner but no one will like you.
________________________________________
3. All picks are in this thread. Picks out of this thread are DQ’d unless BudGirl changes the rules.
________________________________________
4. One pick per person.
________________________________________
5. If there are gaps in the high picks, say, between 95 and 162, the low pick gets the gaps down to the next highest pick. This does not work in reverse, i.e., above 95. We all win if the Astros lose fewer than the low pick.
________________________________________
6. The grand prize, of course, is an Astros cap of BudGirl's choosing from Astros.com. BudGirl is allowed to make rulings on prize disputes that may arise... namely, she gets to tell you to go to hell if you whine that you should get the prize!
________________________________________
7. NO PICKS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME, WHICH IN THIS CIRCULAR DEFINITION WILL BE ON OR ABOUT 9:00 p.m., Friday, March 28th and close on Tuesday, April 1st at the first pitch of the Astros home opener against the New York Yankees and the last opening day for Derek Jeter (the Official Commencement Time). Anyone who posts before then will be DQ'd. No picks will be accepted after the first pitch on Opening Day. Or thereabouts.
________________________________________
8. Ron Brand will assist in the verification of picks. He will also assist in any additional matters determined by BudGirl.
________________________________________
9. If there is no correct pick BudGirl and Ron Brand will find a winner by a method of their choosing.
________________________________________
10. Here’s the list of past winners:
2013 - Fynn
2012 – Ebby Calvin
2011 – no winner
2010 - Lurch
2009 - Ron Brand
2008 - EasTexAstro
2007 - no winner
2006 - Fredia
2005 - Drew Corleone
2004 - Andyzipp
2003 - Jim R
2002 - no winner
2001 - Neil T.
2000 - no winner
1999 - Astrobabe
Good Luck and may be the best fan win!
RACE FOR THE LID XVI
Contest Rules:
________________________________________
1. Whatever the rules are, BudGirl (your RFTL judge and jury for 2014) can change them any time for any reason, including whim. The purpose of this rule is not to promote chaos, but to preempt wailing, moaning, whining, and griping. Particularly griping.
________________________________________
2. A Pick is determine the number of wins. Picks below 60 should not win, even if they’re right they’re wrong. They will be accepted and you can be a winner but no one will like you.
________________________________________
3. All picks are in this thread. Picks out of this thread are DQ’d unless BudGirl changes the rules.
________________________________________
4. One pick per person.
________________________________________
5. If there are gaps in the high picks, say, between 95 and 162, the low pick gets the gaps down to the next highest pick. This does not work in reverse, i.e., above 95. We all win if the Astros lose fewer than the low pick.
________________________________________
6. The grand prize, of course, is an Astros cap of BudGirl's choosing from Astros.com. BudGirl is allowed to make rulings on prize disputes that may arise... namely, she gets to tell you to go to hell if you whine that you should get the prize!
________________________________________
7. NO PICKS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME, WHICH IN THIS CIRCULAR DEFINITION WILL BE ON OR ABOUT 9:00 p.m., Friday, March 28th and close on Tuesday, April 1st at the first pitch of the Astros home opener against the New York Yankees and the last opening day for Derek Jeter (the Official Commencement Time). Anyone who posts before then will be DQ'd. No picks will be accepted after the first pitch on Opening Day. Or thereabouts.
________________________________________
8. Ron Brand will assist in the verification of picks. He will also assist in any additional matters determined by BudGirl.
________________________________________
9. If there is no correct pick BudGirl and Ron Brand will find a winner by a method of their choosing.
________________________________________
10. Here’s the list of past winners:
2013 - Fynn
2012 – Ebby Calvin
2011 – no winner
2010 - Lurch
2009 - Ron Brand
2008 - EasTexAstro
2007 - no winner
2006 - Fredia
2005 - Drew Corleone
2004 - Andyzipp
2003 - Jim R
2002 - no winner
2001 - Neil T.
2000 - no winner
1999 - Astrobabe
Good Luck and may be the best fan win!
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Talk Zone / Astros trying to get San Antonio market??
« on: December 02, 2013, 10:28:14 am »
It is not a great place to see a game and really only proves the Alamodome was not the best design of a sports facility. But can be a fun experience.
End of Spring Training
End of Spring Training
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Talk Zone / Live Announcement??
« on: November 19, 2013, 09:46:16 am »
Watch live on Astros.com at 10:00am CT as Hall of Famer Frank Robinson and Astros owner Jim Crane make a joint announcement live from Minute Maid Park. http://atmlb.com/HX8m6w
What could they be announcing?
What could they be announcing?
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Game Zone 2013 Archive / 9-25-13 astros v rangers
« on: September 25, 2013, 07:25:49 pm »
Astros
Villar, SS
Altuve, 2B
Dominguez, 3B
Carter, 1B
Martinez, J, LF
Laird, DH
Hoes, RF
Clark, C, C
Barnes, B, CF
rangers
Kinsler, 2B
Andrus, SS
Rios, RF
Beltre, A, 3B
Pierzynski, C
Baker, Je, DH
Moreland, 1B
Gentry, LF
Martin, L, CF
Villar, SS
Altuve, 2B
Dominguez, 3B
Carter, 1B
Martinez, J, LF
Laird, DH
Hoes, RF
Clark, C, C
Barnes, B, CF
rangers
Kinsler, 2B
Andrus, SS
Rios, RF
Beltre, A, 3B
Pierzynski, C
Baker, Je, DH
Moreland, 1B
Gentry, LF
Martin, L, CF
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Talk Zone / Astros and Ladies Night
« on: September 24, 2013, 06:12:33 pm »
So, the Astros tweeted they are doing a Ladies Night.
Houston Astros @astros 23 Sep
9/27 is Ladies Night by @StateFarm! Ladies can learn about baseball, enjoy music, food, drinks & more! For info & tix http://www.astros.com/ladies
Not surprisingly, some took offense in regard to the learn about baseball part of the tweet. Personally, I've sat around a lot of people (men and women) who could all learn some things about baseball.
I'm just thrilled they finally took my suggestion of having a ladies night. I just wish it wasn't this weekend since I'll be going to San Antonio. But, if any ladies do go, I'd love to hear how it goes.
Here's the link to the twitter post.
https://twitter.com/astros/status/382278229450444800
Houston Astros @astros 23 Sep
9/27 is Ladies Night by @StateFarm! Ladies can learn about baseball, enjoy music, food, drinks & more! For info & tix http://www.astros.com/ladies
Not surprisingly, some took offense in regard to the learn about baseball part of the tweet. Personally, I've sat around a lot of people (men and women) who could all learn some things about baseball.
I'm just thrilled they finally took my suggestion of having a ladies night. I just wish it wasn't this weekend since I'll be going to San Antonio. But, if any ladies do go, I'd love to hear how it goes.
Here's the link to the twitter post.
https://twitter.com/astros/status/382278229450444800
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Talk Zone / Carter and K's
« on: September 17, 2013, 10:22:05 am »
Anyone else notice that Carter is sitting on 199 Ks for the season?
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Game Zone 2013 Archive / Orioles @ Astros, June 6, 2013
« on: June 06, 2013, 12:54:10 pm »
Not sure where Mr. Happy is but....
Astros Line up
CF Barnes
RF Paredes
C Castro
LF Martinez
DH Pena
1B Carter
SS Cedeno
3B Dominguez
SS Gonzalez
P Norris
Astros Line up
CF Barnes
RF Paredes
C Castro
LF Martinez
DH Pena
1B Carter
SS Cedeno
3B Dominguez
SS Gonzalez
P Norris
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Talk Zone / Altuve out
« on: May 14, 2013, 10:35:30 am »Brian T. Smith @ChronAstros 5m
#Astros' Jose Altuve placed on bereavement list due to death of his grandmother. Jake Elmore called up from Class AAA OKC. #MLB #Tigers
Mark Berman Mark Berman @MarkBermanFox26 5m
Astros recalled IF Jake Elmore from OKC to replace Jose Altuve who has been placed on the bereavement list.
AppyAstro already knows.
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Talk Zone / Race for the Lid XV
« on: March 26, 2013, 01:17:27 pm »
You ready... here you go...
RACE FOR THE LID XV
Contest Rules:
________________________________________
1. Whatever the rules are, BudGirl (your RFTL judge and jury for 2012) can change them any time for any reason, including whim. The purpose of this rule is not to promote chaos, but to preempt wailing, moaning, whining, and griping. Particularly griping.
________________________________________
2. A Pick is determine the number of losses. Picks above 80 should not win, even if they’re right they’re wrong. They will be accepted and you can be a winner but no one will like you.
________________________________________
3. All picks are in this thread. Picks out of this thread are DQ’d unless BudGirl changes the rules.
________________________________________
4. One pick per person.
________________________________________
5. If there are gaps in the high picks, say, between 95 and 162, the low pick gets the gaps down to the next highest pick. This does not work in reverse, i.e., above 95. We all win if the Astros lose fewer than the low pick.
________________________________________
6. The grand prize, of course, is an Astros cap of BudGirl's choosing from Astros.com. BudGirl is allowed to make rulings on prize disputes that may arise... namely, she gets to tell you to go to hell if you whine that you should get the prize!
________________________________________
7. NO PICKS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME, WHICH IN THIS CIRCULAR DEFINITION WILL BE ON OR ABOUT 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 27th and Close Sunday, March 31st at the first pitch of the Astros first official historical American League game against their natural intra-state rivals (the Official Commencement Time). Anyone who posts before then will be DQ'd. No picks will be accepted after the first pitch on Opening Day. Or thereabouts.
________________________________________
8. Ron Brand will assist in the verification of picks. He will also assist in any additional matters determined by BudGirl.
________________________________________
9. If there is no correct pick BudGirl and Ron Brand will find a winner by a method of their choosing.
________________________________________
10. Here’s the list of past winners:
2012 – Ebby Calvin
2011 – no winner
2010 - Lurch
2009 - Ron Brand
2008 - EasTexAstro
2007 - no winner
2006 - Fredia
2005 - Drew Corleone
2004 - Andyzipp
2003 - Jim R
2002 - no winner
2001 - Neil T.
2000 - no winner
1999 - Astrobabe
Good Luck and may be the best fan win!
RACE FOR THE LID XV
Contest Rules:
________________________________________
1. Whatever the rules are, BudGirl (your RFTL judge and jury for 2012) can change them any time for any reason, including whim. The purpose of this rule is not to promote chaos, but to preempt wailing, moaning, whining, and griping. Particularly griping.
________________________________________
2. A Pick is determine the number of losses. Picks above 80 should not win, even if they’re right they’re wrong. They will be accepted and you can be a winner but no one will like you.
________________________________________
3. All picks are in this thread. Picks out of this thread are DQ’d unless BudGirl changes the rules.
________________________________________
4. One pick per person.
________________________________________
5. If there are gaps in the high picks, say, between 95 and 162, the low pick gets the gaps down to the next highest pick. This does not work in reverse, i.e., above 95. We all win if the Astros lose fewer than the low pick.
________________________________________
6. The grand prize, of course, is an Astros cap of BudGirl's choosing from Astros.com. BudGirl is allowed to make rulings on prize disputes that may arise... namely, she gets to tell you to go to hell if you whine that you should get the prize!
________________________________________
7. NO PICKS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME, WHICH IN THIS CIRCULAR DEFINITION WILL BE ON OR ABOUT 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 27th and Close Sunday, March 31st at the first pitch of the Astros first official historical American League game against their natural intra-state rivals (the Official Commencement Time). Anyone who posts before then will be DQ'd. No picks will be accepted after the first pitch on Opening Day. Or thereabouts.
________________________________________
8. Ron Brand will assist in the verification of picks. He will also assist in any additional matters determined by BudGirl.
________________________________________
9. If there is no correct pick BudGirl and Ron Brand will find a winner by a method of their choosing.
________________________________________
10. Here’s the list of past winners:
2012 – Ebby Calvin
2011 – no winner
2010 - Lurch
2009 - Ron Brand
2008 - EasTexAstro
2007 - no winner
2006 - Fredia
2005 - Drew Corleone
2004 - Andyzipp
2003 - Jim R
2002 - no winner
2001 - Neil T.
2000 - no winner
1999 - Astrobabe
Good Luck and may be the best fan win!
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Beer and Queso / Excel help
« on: November 14, 2012, 01:32:03 pm »
I'm trying to create a graph with these numbers. But, I cannot figure out how to get the -2 and -1 to show, unless I use a scatter graph and I need a line graph. Any suggestions?
Group A Group B
Day Body Wt (g) Body Wt (g)
-2 190 185
-1 191 188
0 192 191
1 193 178
2 194 170
4 200 181
6 205 195
8 210 209
Group A Group B
Day Body Wt (g) Body Wt (g)
-2 190 185
-1 191 188
0 192 191
1 193 178
2 194 170
4 200 181
6 205 195
8 210 209
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Game Zone 2012 Archive / Astros v Cubs 10-1-12
« on: October 01, 2012, 07:06:13 pm »
Astros
Altuve, 2B
Moore, RF
Lowrie, SS
Martinez, F, LF
Wallace, 1B
Dominguez, 3B
Castro, C
Barnes, CF
Harrell, P
Cubs
DeJesus
Sappelt, RF
Rizzo, 1b
Soriano, LF
Castro, SS
Valbuena, 3B
Castillo, C
Barney, 2B
Berken, P
Altuve, 2B
Moore, RF
Lowrie, SS
Martinez, F, LF
Wallace, 1B
Dominguez, 3B
Castro, C
Barnes, CF
Harrell, P
Cubs
DeJesus
Sappelt, RF
Rizzo, 1b
Soriano, LF
Castro, SS
Valbuena, 3B
Castillo, C
Barney, 2B
Berken, P
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Beer and Queso / Movie Suggestions Needed
« on: September 13, 2012, 09:53:28 am »
What is your favorite movie regarding law/layers/courtrooms?
76
The Bus Ride Discussion Forum / Traded prospects
« on: July 24, 2012, 10:30:44 pm »
As you guys did with the draft, would someone will skills be willing to put together a list of all the "prospects" the Astros have gotten in trades?
And maybe a list of the Astros players included in deals?
And maybe a list of the Astros players included in deals?
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Talk Zone / Did you all see the front page of SpikesnStars.com????
« on: June 13, 2012, 10:32:44 am »81
Talk Zone / RACE FOR THE LID XIV Official and Only Thread
« on: April 10, 2012, 10:20:19 am »
It's baaaaack! Unlike the Astros who are off to a fast start, we are a bit late on the ball. We will award a lid to the winner.
You ready... here you go...
RACE FOR THE LID XIV
Contest Rules:
1. Whatever the rules are, BudGirl (your RFTL judge and jury for 2012) can change them any time for any reason, including whim. The purpose of this rule is not to promote chaos, but to preempt wailing, moaning, whining, and griping. Particularly griping.
2. Picks below 80 should not win, even if they’re right they’re wrong. They will be accepted and you can be a winner but no one will like you.
3. All picks are in this thread. Picks out of this thread are DQ’d unless BudGirl changes the rules.
4. One pick per person.
5. If there are gaps in the high picks, say, between 95 and 162, the high pick gets the gaps down to the next highest pick. This does not work in reverse, i.e., below 95. We all lose if the Astros win fewer than the low pick.
6. The grand prize, of course, is an Astros cap of BudGirl's choosing from Astros.com. BudGirl is allowed to make rulings on prize disputes that may arise...namely, she gets to tell you to go to hell if you whine that you should get the prize!
7. NO PICKS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME, WHICH IN THIS CIRCULAR DEFINITION WILL BE ON OR ABOUT 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 11th and will close Friday, April 13th at 10:00 am. Anyone who posts before then will be DQ'd. No picks will be accepted after the time shown in the previous sentence. Picks in any previous thread will not be included
8. Ron Brand will assist in the verification of picks. He will also assist in any additional matters determined by BudGirl.
9. If there is no correct pick BudGirl and Ron Brand will find a winner by a method of their choosing.
10. Here’s the list of past winners:
2011 – no winner
2010 Lurch
2009 Ron Brand
2008 EasTexAstro
2007
2006 Fredia (who PM'ed me and called me every name in the book... misspelled of course)
2005 Drew Corleone
2004 Andyzipp
2003 Jim R
2002 no winner
2001 Neil T. (See how arbitrary and capricious his rulemaking can be? He didn’t even enter the contest until the 161st game, right after he disqualified the real winner.)
2000 no winner, but one heck of a whiner
1999 Astrobabe
Good Luck and may be the best fan win!
You ready... here you go...
RACE FOR THE LID XIV
Contest Rules:
1. Whatever the rules are, BudGirl (your RFTL judge and jury for 2012) can change them any time for any reason, including whim. The purpose of this rule is not to promote chaos, but to preempt wailing, moaning, whining, and griping. Particularly griping.
2. Picks below 80 should not win, even if they’re right they’re wrong. They will be accepted and you can be a winner but no one will like you.
3. All picks are in this thread. Picks out of this thread are DQ’d unless BudGirl changes the rules.
4. One pick per person.
5. If there are gaps in the high picks, say, between 95 and 162, the high pick gets the gaps down to the next highest pick. This does not work in reverse, i.e., below 95. We all lose if the Astros win fewer than the low pick.
6. The grand prize, of course, is an Astros cap of BudGirl's choosing from Astros.com. BudGirl is allowed to make rulings on prize disputes that may arise...namely, she gets to tell you to go to hell if you whine that you should get the prize!
7. NO PICKS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE OFFICIAL COMMENCEMENT TIME, WHICH IN THIS CIRCULAR DEFINITION WILL BE ON OR ABOUT 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 11th and will close Friday, April 13th at 10:00 am. Anyone who posts before then will be DQ'd. No picks will be accepted after the time shown in the previous sentence. Picks in any previous thread will not be included
8. Ron Brand will assist in the verification of picks. He will also assist in any additional matters determined by BudGirl.
9. If there is no correct pick BudGirl and Ron Brand will find a winner by a method of their choosing.
10. Here’s the list of past winners:
2011 – no winner
2010 Lurch
2009 Ron Brand
2008 EasTexAstro
2007
2006 Fredia (who PM'ed me and called me every name in the book... misspelled of course)
2005 Drew Corleone
2004 Andyzipp
2003 Jim R
2002 no winner
2001 Neil T. (See how arbitrary and capricious his rulemaking can be? He didn’t even enter the contest until the 161st game, right after he disqualified the real winner.)
2000 no winner, but one heck of a whiner
1999 Astrobabe
Good Luck and may be the best fan win!
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Beer and Queso / 1/9/12 Houston Flooding
« on: January 09, 2012, 02:09:39 pm »
Anyone know if there is flooding on 59? I know there seems to be flooding around it, but it does not seem to be on it.
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Beer and Queso / License Plates
« on: November 16, 2011, 11:30:25 am »
What do you do with old license plates? Just throw them away. I do not want to collect them.
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Talk Zone / Bumper Sticker
« on: November 11, 2011, 09:16:57 am »
Neil wants me to get suggestions for a bumper sticker. He's looking for phrases saying no to the AL.
Any suggestions for him?
Any suggestions for him?
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Beer and Queso / For Jim R.'s Birthday
« on: September 09, 2011, 08:47:19 am »
I'm going to celebrate by going to the Monday Night Football Game in Dallas.
Cowboys v. Redskins.
I'll do my best to get a win for you Jim.
Cowboys v. Redskins.
I'll do my best to get a win for you Jim.
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Game Zone 2011 Archive / astros v. giants, 8-25-11
« on: August 25, 2011, 08:54:55 pm »
Baby Jesus and Mohammed, please let the Astros win like the Yankees did today.
Astros Lineup
Schafer 8
Altuve 4
Martinez 7
Lee 3
Bogusevic 9
Paredes 5
Barmes 6
Corporan 2
Sosa 1
O. Cabrera SS
J. Keppinger 2B
C. Beltran RF
P. Sandoval 3B
A. Huff 1B
C. Ross CF
B. Belt LF
E. Whiteside C
R. Vogelsong P
Astros Lineup
Schafer 8
Altuve 4
Martinez 7
Lee 3
Bogusevic 9
Paredes 5
Barmes 6
Corporan 2
Sosa 1
O. Cabrera SS
J. Keppinger 2B
C. Beltran RF
P. Sandoval 3B
A. Huff 1B
C. Ross CF
B. Belt LF
E. Whiteside C
R. Vogelsong P
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Game Zone 2011 Archive / Giants v Astros, 8-19-11
« on: August 19, 2011, 06:48:15 pm »
My first in-person look at the youngins.
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Beer and Queso / Houston Restaurant Weeks
« on: August 08, 2011, 02:23:13 pm »
It's that time of year again.
http://www.houstonrestaurantweeks.com/
Great way to try out different restaurants and help the food bank.
http://www.houstonrestaurantweeks.com/
Great way to try out different restaurants and help the food bank.
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Beer and Queso / barn painting question
« on: July 27, 2011, 03:32:57 pm »
Anyone know why you would paint a barn black?
92
Talk Zone / Pence to Atlanta?
« on: July 21, 2011, 08:07:26 am »
I heard that on the radio this morning. No, it wasn't a sports talk show. And saw it here. Anyone heard anything else?
93
The Bus Ride Discussion Forum / Wilmington Blue Rocks
« on: July 06, 2011, 10:17:27 am »
Anyone know anything about them? Good place to see a game?
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Talk Zone / SnS All-Star Game Watch
« on: July 05, 2011, 04:50:31 pm »
A couple SpikesnStars.com posters from the Houston area are planning a get-together to enjoy the 2011 All-Star Game, aired on FOX, played in Phoenix, AZ. All are welcome to join us for drinks, laughs, and mayhem.
Lucky's Pub
6:30 (game starts at 7pm CT)
Lucky's Pub
6:30 (game starts at 7pm CT)
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Game Zone 2011 Archive / Rangers @ Astros, June 28
« on: June 28, 2011, 07:17:49 pm »
That was a great bunt by SBB.
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Talk Zone / Nice Recap
« on: June 23, 2011, 09:43:15 am »Quote
Happiness is the Metroplex in my rear view mirror.
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Game Zone 2011 Archive / Reds v. Astros, May 11th
« on: May 11, 2011, 10:59:13 am »
http://footer.mlblogs.com/2011/05/11/astros-lineup-511-vs-reds-roof-closed-first-pitch-105-p-m-ct/
Bourn
Towles
Pence
Wallace
Johnson
Downs
Bogusevic
Barmes
W. Rodriuez
Bourn
Towles
Pence
Wallace
Johnson
Downs
Bogusevic
Barmes
W. Rodriuez
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Game Zone 2011 Archive / Reds v. Astros, May 10th
« on: May 10, 2011, 02:48:19 pm »
Bourn
Sanchez
Pence
Lee
Wallace
Hall
Johnson
Quintero
Myers
Anyone going to today's game? I got invited by 3 different people to go. Why can't they invite me on different days?
Sanchez
Pence
Lee
Wallace
Hall
Johnson
Quintero
Myers
Anyone going to today's game? I got invited by 3 different people to go. Why can't they invite me on different days?
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Game Zone 2011 Archive / Reds v. Astros, may 9th
« on: May 09, 2011, 03:08:59 pm »
Astros Lineup:
Bourn
Towles
Pence
Lee
Hall
Wallace
Johnson
Barmes
A Rodriguez
Bourn
Towles
Pence
Lee
Hall
Wallace
Johnson
Barmes
A Rodriguez
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Game Zone 2011 Archive / Astros @ Reds, May 5th - Happy Cinco de Mayo
« on: May 05, 2011, 08:40:28 am »
ASTROS
CF Michael Bourn
LF Jason Bourgeois
RF Hunter Pence
1B Brett Wallace
3B Chris Johnson
2B Bill Hall
SS Clint Barmes
C Humberto Quintero
RHP Brett Myers
REDS
CF Chris Heisey
SS Edgar Renteria
1B Joey Votto
2B Brandon Phillips
RF Jay Bruce
LF Jonny Gomes
C Ryan Hanigan
3B Paul Janish
RHP Homer Bailey
CF Michael Bourn
LF Jason Bourgeois
RF Hunter Pence
1B Brett Wallace
3B Chris Johnson
2B Bill Hall
SS Clint Barmes
C Humberto Quintero
RHP Brett Myers
REDS
CF Chris Heisey
SS Edgar Renteria
1B Joey Votto
2B Brandon Phillips
RF Jay Bruce
LF Jonny Gomes
C Ryan Hanigan
3B Paul Janish
RHP Homer Bailey
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Game Zone 2011 Archive / Astros @ Reds, May 3rd
« on: May 03, 2011, 02:16:18 pm »
Tag's Lines
CF Michael Bourn — Leads the Majors with 11 stolen bases (11-for-11).
LF Jason Bourgeois — In his last two starts, he’s hitting .556 (5-for-9).
RF Hunter Pence — Hitting .311 with three homers and nine RBIs in his last 11 games.
1B Brett Wallace — Leads the Majors in hitting since April 7 with a .451 batting average.
3B Chris Johnson — Has four hits in last 20 at-bats.
2B Bill Hall — His 18 career homers against the Reds are his most against any team.
SS Clint Barmes — Is 0-for-7 in two games since returning from disabled list.
C Humberto Quintero — Has hit safely in five of his last six games (.348).
LHP J.A. Happ — Is 0-2 with a 13.50 ERA in his 2 road starts this season. Despite these early results, still owns a career 2.92 ERA on the road, which is tied for second in the Majors since 2007 (min. 20 games). His career road ERA is over a run lower than his home mark (4.09 ERA).
REDS
CF Drew Stubbs
SS Edgar Renteria
1B Joey Votto
2B Brandon Phillips
LF Jonny Gomes
RF Chris Heisey
C Ramon Hernandez
3B Paul Janish
RHP Mike Leake
CF Michael Bourn — Leads the Majors with 11 stolen bases (11-for-11).
LF Jason Bourgeois — In his last two starts, he’s hitting .556 (5-for-9).
RF Hunter Pence — Hitting .311 with three homers and nine RBIs in his last 11 games.
1B Brett Wallace — Leads the Majors in hitting since April 7 with a .451 batting average.
3B Chris Johnson — Has four hits in last 20 at-bats.
2B Bill Hall — His 18 career homers against the Reds are his most against any team.
SS Clint Barmes — Is 0-for-7 in two games since returning from disabled list.
C Humberto Quintero — Has hit safely in five of his last six games (.348).
LHP J.A. Happ — Is 0-2 with a 13.50 ERA in his 2 road starts this season. Despite these early results, still owns a career 2.92 ERA on the road, which is tied for second in the Majors since 2007 (min. 20 games). His career road ERA is over a run lower than his home mark (4.09 ERA).
REDS
CF Drew Stubbs
SS Edgar Renteria
1B Joey Votto
2B Brandon Phillips
LF Jonny Gomes
RF Chris Heisey
C Ramon Hernandez
3B Paul Janish
RHP Mike Leake
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Talk Zone / Opening Day April 1, 2011
« on: March 24, 2011, 08:36:05 am »
Is there any interest in getting together to watch the game? And yes, I realize what time the game starts.
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Beer and Queso / Gunman on UT campus
« on: September 28, 2010, 09:09:59 am »Police confirm an armed suspect is in the Perry Castenada library at 21st and Speedway.
UT is on lockdown.
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Game Zone 2010 Archive / Astros v. Cubs 9-8-10
« on: September 08, 2010, 07:08:31 pm »
Lineups
bourn
keppinger
pence
lee
johson
wallace
manzella
quintero
myers
dewitt
castro
byrd
nady
colvin
soto
soriano
barney
wells
bourn
keppinger
pence
lee
johson
wallace
manzella
quintero
myers
dewitt
castro
byrd
nady
colvin
soto
soriano
barney
wells
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Talk Zone / Houston Watch Party
« on: August 02, 2010, 10:53:50 am »
What: Astros v. Cardinals
When: Tuesday, August 3rd at 7:00 pm (or earlier)
Where: Griff's, 3416 Roseland @ Harold, Houston, Texas
A couple of SnS'ers are scheduled to watch the game together Tuesday. If you want to join us, please do so.
When: Tuesday, August 3rd at 7:00 pm (or earlier)
Where: Griff's, 3416 Roseland @ Harold, Houston, Texas
A couple of SnS'ers are scheduled to watch the game together Tuesday. If you want to join us, please do so.
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Game Zone 2010 Archive / Astros @ Royals, 6-16-10
« on: June 16, 2010, 07:14:52 pm »
Rain delay?
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Beer and Queso / Gary Coleman
« on: May 28, 2010, 02:07:45 pm »
No longer asking Willis what he's talking about.
http://content.usatoday.com/communities/ondeadline/post/2010/05/actor-gary-coleman-reported-dead-of-brain-hemorrhage/1
http://content.usatoday.com/communities/ondeadline/post/2010/05/actor-gary-coleman-reported-dead-of-brain-hemorrhage/1
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Talk Zone / Scheduling Question
« on: May 03, 2010, 10:53:12 am »
I was just wondering why the Astros seem to be at home for Opening Day. It seems as though they've been at home for every season opener since MMP opened. Is there a reason for that?
114
Game Zone 2010 Archive / Astros @ Braves, Friday, April 30, 2010
« on: April 30, 2010, 06:30:13 pm »
8 Bourn
4 Keppinger
5 Feliz
7 Lee
3 Blum
9 Pence
2 Towles
6 Manzella
1 Myers
Today's a good day to start a new win streak.
4 Keppinger
5 Feliz
7 Lee
3 Blum
9 Pence
2 Towles
6 Manzella
1 Myers
Today's a good day to start a new win streak.
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Game Zone 2010 Archive / Reds v. Astros, Thursday, April 29th
« on: April 29, 2010, 04:34:50 pm »
Bourn CF
Matsui 2B
Lee LF
Berkman 1B
Feliz 3B
Pence RF
Towles C
Manzella SS
Oswalt P
Matsui 2B
Lee LF
Berkman 1B
Feliz 3B
Pence RF
Towles C
Manzella SS
Oswalt P
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Game Zone 2010 Archive / Giants v. Astros, April 7, 2010
« on: April 07, 2010, 11:19:54 am »
Giants
A. Rowand cf
E. Renteria ss
P. Sandoval 3b
A. Huff 1b
M. DeRosa lf
J. Bowker rf
J. Uribe 2b
E. Whiteside c
M. Cain p
Astros
Bourn CF
Matsui 2B
Pence RF
Lee LF
Blum 1B
Feliz 3B
Keppinger SS
Towles C
Myers P
A. Rowand cf
E. Renteria ss
P. Sandoval 3b
A. Huff 1b
M. DeRosa lf
J. Bowker rf
J. Uribe 2b
E. Whiteside c
M. Cain p
Astros
Bourn CF
Matsui 2B
Pence RF
Lee LF
Blum 1B
Feliz 3B
Keppinger SS
Towles C
Myers P
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Beer and Queso / Whataburger
« on: March 31, 2010, 10:56:00 am »
How bad would you want one?
http://www.tmz.com/videos?autoplay=true&mediaKey=72bdaaa6-0bf8-4d36-aa1b-01a63e9070d0&isShareURL=true
http://www.tmz.com/videos?autoplay=true&mediaKey=72bdaaa6-0bf8-4d36-aa1b-01a63e9070d0&isShareURL=true
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Beer and Queso / New Trend in Pictures
« on: March 29, 2010, 10:57:56 am »
Not sure if many of you have noticed a new trend when young girls take pictures. I have and it is not cute. I found a website that explains it.
http://antiduckface.com/
http://antiduckface.com/
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Beer and Queso / Student Loans
« on: March 16, 2010, 03:39:27 pm »
I just realized today that I made my last payment on my student loan. I'm so fucking happy.
Just wondering if everyone that has experienced this felt as great.
Just wondering if everyone that has experienced this felt as great.
120
Talk Zone / College Classic
« on: March 05, 2010, 04:46:05 pm »
I have an extra ticket for the classic tomorrow. Anyone want to go with me?
122
Talk Zone / Is the void over Friday?
« on: February 17, 2010, 08:47:39 am »
Is the void over Friday because pitchers and catcher report or because college baseball starts?
Baseball in Houston this weekend. UH opens at home against Texas State for three games.
Rice will be on the road playing Stanford.
Either way, the light at the end of the tunnel is getting brighter, hopefully it is not a train.
Baseball in Houston this weekend. UH opens at home against Texas State for three games.
Rice will be on the road playing Stanford.
Either way, the light at the end of the tunnel is getting brighter, hopefully it is not a train.
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Beer and Queso / Happy Birthday Sweet Baby Bench
« on: November 02, 2009, 08:59:42 am »
Hope you have a great day.
127
Beer and Queso / Happy Birthday Jim R.
« on: September 26, 2009, 12:44:35 am »
May my favorite Raup have the best birthday to date.
128
Beer and Queso / newspaper subscription
« on: September 11, 2009, 11:42:38 am »
I am trying to get an article that is archived in the Austin-American Statesman, but can't because I don't have a subscription.
Any suggestions without having to purchase a subscription?
Thanks.
Any suggestions without having to purchase a subscription?
Thanks.
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Game Zone 2009 Archive / Braves v. Astros, 9-9-09
« on: September 09, 2009, 04:53:54 pm »
Bourn CF, Matsui 2B, Berkman 1B, Lee LF, Tejada SS, Pence RF, Blum 3B. Quintero C, Rodriguez P
130
Game Zone 2009 Archive / Astros v. Cubs 9-2-09
« on: September 02, 2009, 12:59:37 pm »
Matsui 2B, Keppinger 3B, Pence RF, Lee LF, Tejada SS, Michaels CF, BOONE 1B, Quintero C, Paulino P
No Bourn today but Boone is there.
No Bourn today but Boone is there.
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Game Zone 2009 Archive / Astros @Cubs, 8-31-09
« on: August 31, 2009, 04:53:35 pm »
Bourn CF, Keppinger 2B, Berkman 1B, Lee LF, Tejada SS, Blum 3B, Pence RF, Coste C, Oswalt P
132
Talk Zone / A Birdie Told Me
« on: August 27, 2009, 08:16:27 am »
Oswalt very critical of teammates following tonight's game, saying they played with no fire and are dead.
“You’ve got to get it from the top, to come in and get us going. You can’t play dead, especially against guys in first place."
“If you don’t give 100 percent, you’re cheating him and cheating the fans of Houston," Oswalt said.
“We’ve got an owner that pays us money to come to play, and we’ve got to play,” Oswalt said.
“The team atmosphere is dead,” Oswalt said. “There’s no fire."
(McTaggert Tweets)
“You’ve got to get it from the top, to come in and get us going. You can’t play dead, especially against guys in first place."
“If you don’t give 100 percent, you’re cheating him and cheating the fans of Houston," Oswalt said.
“We’ve got an owner that pays us money to come to play, and we’ve got to play,” Oswalt said.
“The team atmosphere is dead,” Oswalt said. “There’s no fire."
(McTaggert Tweets)
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Game Zone 2009 Archive / Astros @ Cardinals, August 26, 2009
« on: August 26, 2009, 04:15:54 pm »
Astros lineup: Bourn, Pence, Puma, Lee, Tejada, Keppinger 3B, Matsui, Coste C, Oswalt.
Hope it works out better tonight.
Hope it works out better tonight.
134
Game Zone 2009 Archive / Astros v. Cards 8-25-09
« on: August 25, 2009, 06:47:12 pm »
Astros lineup: Bourn, Pence, Puma, Lee, Tejada, Blum, Matsui, Quintero, Wandy.
135
Talk Zone / extra ticket
« on: August 21, 2009, 02:18:07 pm »
I have an extra ticket for tonight's game. pm me if you would be willing to sit by me during a game. I promise not to do the wave again.
136
Game Zone 2009 Archive / Marlins @ Astros, August 20, 2009
« on: August 20, 2009, 03:18:34 pm »
Astros lineup: Bourn, Tejada, Puma, Lee, Blum, Pence, Matsui, Quintero, Wandy
Have a good game Sweet Baby Bourn.
Have a good game Sweet Baby Bourn.
137
Game Zone 2009 Archive / Different Lineup Today, Wednesday, August 19, 2009
« on: August 19, 2009, 03:04:37 pm »
Astros lineup: Bourn CF, Keppinger 3B, Berkman, 1B, Lee LF, Tejada SS, Pence RF, Matsui 2B, Quintero C, Bazardo p
a little different anyway.
a little different anyway.
138
Game Zone 2009 Archive / Marlins @ Astros, August 18, 2009
« on: August 18, 2009, 04:34:41 pm »
Astros lineup: Bourn, Tejada, Puma, Lee, Blum, Pence, Matsui, Coste 2, Norris.
per footer tweet
per footer tweet
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Game Zone 2009 Archive / Astros @ Brewers, Sunday, August 16, 2009
« on: August 16, 2009, 01:01:35 pm »
Tejada says it's time for a day off and didn't talk Cooper out of it this time. He's in 0-for-15 slump.
Hampton won't start until next weekend at earliest. He'll throw a good bullpen Tuesday to gauge his shoulder and knees.
Hampton to miss next start
lineup: Bourn CF, Matsui 2B, Berkman 1B, Lee LF, Blum 3B, Pence RF, I. Rodriguez C, Keppinger SS, Oswalt P. NO TEjADA
Hampton won't start until next weekend at earliest. He'll throw a good bullpen Tuesday to gauge his shoulder and knees.
Hampton to miss next start
lineup: Bourn CF, Matsui 2B, Berkman 1B, Lee LF, Blum 3B, Pence RF, I. Rodriguez C, Keppinger SS, Oswalt P. NO TEjADA
140
Game Zone 2009 Archive / Astros @ Brewers, Saturday, August 15, 2009
« on: August 15, 2009, 04:08:46 pm »
Saturday's lineup for Astros: Bourn CF, Tejada SS, Berkman 1B, Lee LF, Blum 3B, Pence RF, I. Rodriguez C, Matsui 2B, Moehler P
May the boys have a better game than yesterday.
May the boys have a better game than yesterday.
141
Game Zone 2009 Archive / Astros @ Brewers, August 14, 2009
« on: August 14, 2009, 04:16:48 pm »
Friday's lineup: Bourn CF, Tejada SS, Berkman 1B, Lee LF, Blum 3B, Pence RF, Matsui 2B, Quintero C, W. Rodriguez P
142
Game Zone 2009 Archive / Astros @ Marlins, August 13, 2009
« on: August 13, 2009, 02:53:19 pm »
Thursday's lineup: Bourn CF, Tejada SS, Berkman 1B, Lee LF, Pence RF, Keppinger 3B, Matsui 2B, Quintero C, Hampton P
143
Game Zone 2009 Archive / Astros @ Marlins, August 12, 2009
« on: August 12, 2009, 03:13:08 pm »
Wednesday's lineup: Bourn CF, Tejada SS, BERKMAN 1B, Lee LF, Blum 3B, Pence RF, I. Rodriguez C, Matsui 2B, Norris P
144
Game Zone 2009 Archive / Astros @ Marlins, August 11, 2009
« on: August 11, 2009, 05:03:08 pm »
Tuesday's lineup vs. Marlins: Bourn CF, Matsui 2B, Tejada SS, Lee LF, Blum 3B, Pence RF, I. Rodriguez C, Erstad 1B, Oswalt P
145
Talk Zone / McTaggart Tweets
« on: August 10, 2009, 04:03:58 pm »
Berkman on returning to lineup: "I would be surprised if it wasn't tomorrow or Wednesday."
146
Game Zone 2009 Archive / Astros @ Marlins, August 10, 2009
« on: August 10, 2009, 03:30:29 pm »
Today's lineup: Bourn CF, Matsui 2B, Tejada SS, Lee LF, Blum 3B, Pence RF, Pudge C, Erstad 1B, Moehler P
per McTaggert tweet.
per McTaggert tweet.
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Game Zone 2009 Archive / Giants v. Astros, August 5, 2009
« on: August 05, 2009, 11:56:39 am »
Bourn has a sore groin.
Giants
Velez, lf
Winn, rf
Sanchez, 2b
Sandoval, 3b
Garko, 1b
Rowand, cf
Renteria, ss
Whiteside, c
Martinez, P
Astros
Matsui, 2b
Keppinger, 3b
Pence, rf
Lee, lf
Tejada, ss
Blum, 1b
Rodriguez, c
Michaels, cf
Moehler, p
Giants
Velez, lf
Winn, rf
Sanchez, 2b
Sandoval, 3b
Garko, 1b
Rowand, cf
Renteria, ss
Whiteside, c
Martinez, P
Astros
Matsui, 2b
Keppinger, 3b
Pence, rf
Lee, lf
Tejada, ss
Blum, 1b
Rodriguez, c
Michaels, cf
Moehler, p
150
Game Zone 2009 Archive / Astros v. Cards 7-31-09
« on: July 31, 2009, 06:59:53 pm »
Astros
Bourn
Matsui
Tejada
Lee
Blum
Pence
Rodriguez
Coste
Moehler
Cardinals
Schumaker
Lugo
Pujols
Holliday
Ludwick
Ankiel
DeRosa
LaRue
Boggs
Bourn
Matsui
Tejada
Lee
Blum
Pence
Rodriguez
Coste
Moehler
Cardinals
Schumaker
Lugo
Pujols
Holliday
Ludwick
Ankiel
DeRosa
LaRue
Boggs
151
Beer and Queso / Tubing
« on: July 29, 2009, 09:38:07 pm »
Some girlfriends and I are going tubing down the Comal this weekend. Any recommendations?
152
Beer and Queso / Are you hungry?
« on: July 27, 2009, 01:25:44 pm »
Houston Restaurant Week
Great way to try a new place or just eat at a favorite and help a good cause.
Great way to try a new place or just eat at a favorite and help a good cause.
153
Talk Zone / Saturday's Game Against the Mets
« on: July 20, 2009, 08:26:18 am »
Just wondering who is going?
I am. I also have Ty in Tampa's ticket, so if an SnSer wants it please let me know.
I am. I also have Ty in Tampa's ticket, so if an SnSer wants it please let me know.
154
Game Zone 2009 Archive / 2009 All Star Game
« on: July 14, 2009, 07:56:09 pm »
Linceum hit Jeter. Yankee fans are probably going to want to do away with the All-Star Game.
155
Talk Zone / Move Over JackAstro
« on: July 12, 2009, 10:21:41 am »
BatGirl captured Saturday's game perfectly.
157
Talk Zone / Bazardo and Express on FSN right now.
« on: July 02, 2009, 07:11:34 pm »
In case you want to watch more baseball.
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Talk Zone / Baseball and the Baby Boomer with Talmage Boston and Larry Dierker
« on: May 29, 2009, 04:21:00 pm »
In case anyone is interested, I got this yesterday.
When: Thursday, June 4, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Italian Cultural Center, 1101 Milford (get directions) in the Museum District
Cost: $10
Reservations through The Houston Forum
The American past-time is baseball and it has been populated by colorful authentic characters--Yogi Berra, Mickey Mantle, Leo Deroucher and many more.
Baseball authority/writer/attorney Talmage Boston has collected anecdotes about them with special emphasis on the sport dating from World War II forward. These were published in his second baseball book, "Baseball and the Baby Boomer," which hit a home run with author John Grisham.
Boston will share highlights of his book with us. Also on hand will be former Astros’ pitcher and manager Larry Dierker, who actually worked with Yogi and is willing to tell us his memorable Yogi moments...and more.
When: Thursday, June 4, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Italian Cultural Center, 1101 Milford (get directions) in the Museum District
Cost: $10
Reservations through The Houston Forum
The American past-time is baseball and it has been populated by colorful authentic characters--Yogi Berra, Mickey Mantle, Leo Deroucher and many more.
Baseball authority/writer/attorney Talmage Boston has collected anecdotes about them with special emphasis on the sport dating from World War II forward. These were published in his second baseball book, "Baseball and the Baby Boomer," which hit a home run with author John Grisham.
Boston will share highlights of his book with us. Also on hand will be former Astros’ pitcher and manager Larry Dierker, who actually worked with Yogi and is willing to tell us his memorable Yogi moments...and more.
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Talk Zone / Morgan Ensberg
« on: May 02, 2009, 09:43:47 am »
Anyone wonder what he is going?
He is an analyst for CBS College Sports.
http://www.uhcougars.com/sports/m-basebl/recaps/050109aaa.html
He is an analyst for CBS College Sports.
http://www.uhcougars.com/sports/m-basebl/recaps/050109aaa.html
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Talk Zone / Rice v. UH
« on: April 30, 2009, 03:58:16 pm »
I have three extra tickets to the Rice v. UH games on Friday and Saturday.
Anyone interested in going with me?
Anyone interested in going with me?
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Talk Zone / Today's Exhibition Game
« on: April 03, 2009, 04:08:35 pm »
I have some extra tickets for tonight's game. Let me know if you are interested in them.
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Talk Zone / TV tonight?
« on: March 31, 2009, 03:42:44 pm »
Astros.com says the game is on FS-H but the tv listings does not show it.
Anyone know who is telling the truth?
Anyone know who is telling the truth?
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Talk Zone / Opening Day Starting Lineup
« on: March 16, 2009, 04:22:08 pm »
Who would you have batting where for Opening Day? Assuming Rodriguez does get signed.
Me?
Bourn
Matsui
Berkman
Lee
Tejada
Rodriguez
Pence
Blum/Boone
Oswalt
I can't believe I have Blum/Boone in the 8 spot.
Me?
Bourn
Matsui
Berkman
Lee
Tejada
Rodriguez
Pence
Blum/Boone
Oswalt
I can't believe I have Blum/Boone in the 8 spot.
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Talk Zone / Panama v. Astros
« on: March 05, 2009, 12:13:33 pm »
Is there going to be audio for today's game? Anyone know?
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Game Zone 2009 Archive / Venezuela @ Astros 3-4-09
« on: March 04, 2009, 11:58:10 am »
Venezuela
Blanco, G, CF
Mora, SS
Abreu, DH
Cabrera, M, 1B
Ordonez, RF
Guillen, LF
Lopez, J, 2B
Scutaro, 3B
Blanco, H, C
Gonzalez, En P
Houston
Matsui, 2B
Bogusevic, LF
Berkman, DH
Pence, RF
Blum, 3B
Boone, 1B
Abercrombie, CF
Santangelo, C
Manzella, SS
Capellan, P
Blanco, G, CF
Mora, SS
Abreu, DH
Cabrera, M, 1B
Ordonez, RF
Guillen, LF
Lopez, J, 2B
Scutaro, 3B
Blanco, H, C
Gonzalez, En P
Houston
Matsui, 2B
Bogusevic, LF
Berkman, DH
Pence, RF
Blum, 3B
Boone, 1B
Abercrombie, CF
Santangelo, C
Manzella, SS
Capellan, P
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Game Zone 2009 Archive / Astros @Rays
« on: March 03, 2009, 12:46:55 pm »
3rd inning.
bourn on 2nd
two out
maysonet lines one down left
bourn scores
erstad up
bourn on 2nd
two out
maysonet lines one down left
bourn scores
erstad up
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Game Zone 2009 Archive / Astros @ Yankees
« on: March 02, 2009, 12:11:02 pm »
Damon single
someone a triple - 1-0 them
someone a triple - 1-0 them
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Game Zone 2009 Archive / Astros @ Nationals
« on: February 27, 2009, 01:34:21 pm »
Not sure where in the game they are. 2-0 Nationals
apparently good pitching on both sides.
johnson just replaced blum in the field.
apparently good pitching on both sides.
johnson just replaced blum in the field.
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Talk Zone / Spring Training Request
« on: February 17, 2009, 09:24:56 am »
For any that are going to ST this year, would you share your opinions on Towles and Castro. I am wondering if you had to start Towles or Castro this season (no other options) which would you choose. I've only seen Towles, so I'm looking for some feedback.
After reading the links in NYCU about Castro, he sounds very promising.
I'm really wanting to go there now. Anyone want to pay my way?
After reading the links in NYCU about Castro, he sounds very promising.
I'm really wanting to go there now. Anyone want to pay my way?
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Talk Zone / EasTexAstro
« on: October 06, 2008, 10:04:30 am »
Anyone have his phone number? Can you pm it to me so I can order his cap? Thanks.
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Talk Zone / Tonight's Game
« on: August 29, 2008, 02:37:42 pm »
So, JaneDoe, Amy, BatGirl and myself will be at the ballgame. Anyone else going?
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Beer and Queso / The Perfect Game
« on: July 23, 2008, 09:58:11 pm »
I went to a preview of this movie tonight. While it is not perfect, it is a great movie.
The Perfect Game
I think Ed Wade saw it also. That or the movie he saw was over at the same time. I did not have the courage to ask him anything in the elevator.
The Perfect Game
I think Ed Wade saw it also. That or the movie he saw was over at the same time. I did not have the courage to ask him anything in the elevator.
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Game Zone 2008 Archive / 6-25-08 Rangers v. Astros
« on: June 25, 2008, 07:25:19 pm »
Is no one around today?
I've been gone for awhile and have no clue what has been going on since Thursday night.
Anyone willing to give me the 411?
I've been gone for awhile and have no clue what has been going on since Thursday night.
Anyone willing to give me the 411?
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Talk Zone / pitchers and blisters
« on: June 09, 2008, 09:27:30 am »
I was talking to a friend of mine who's kid has a blister on his finger from hitting. It got me thinking about calluses. Do most pitchers have callused fingertips?
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Beer and Queso / Movies
« on: May 29, 2008, 03:49:12 pm »
movies at discovery green
Starting June 4, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston will host an outdoor summer film festival Wednesday nights at the new Discovery Green park, 1500 McKinney, in downtown Houston.
The movies will start at 8:30 p.m., admission is free, and the opening-night offering sounds like a hit.
A solid base hit.
The movie is called Rare Films From the Baseball Hall of Fame, and it has stuff that will have even the biggest baseball fans scratching their heads and saying, "Wow! I've never seen that before!"
For Houston fans, probably the most interesting segment is of highlights from the first regular-season game played at the Astrodome in 1965.
Starting June 4, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston will host an outdoor summer film festival Wednesday nights at the new Discovery Green park, 1500 McKinney, in downtown Houston.
The movies will start at 8:30 p.m., admission is free, and the opening-night offering sounds like a hit.
A solid base hit.
The movie is called Rare Films From the Baseball Hall of Fame, and it has stuff that will have even the biggest baseball fans scratching their heads and saying, "Wow! I've never seen that before!"
For Houston fans, probably the most interesting segment is of highlights from the first regular-season game played at the Astrodome in 1965.
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One thing a friend and I have noticed at the ballgames is the lack of photoshopping skills by the Astros.
We noticed it as early as the Friday exhibition game against Detroit. Michael Bourn is photoshopped on Morgan Ensberg's body (both #14). Last week we noticed that Kazou Matsui is on Adam Everett's body. Miguel Tejada is on Carlos Lee's body.
How long into the season do the Astros have to play for them to put up correct pictures. It is horrible.
Just wanted to share so the next time you go to a game at MMP you can look and compare for yourself.
We noticed it as early as the Friday exhibition game against Detroit. Michael Bourn is photoshopped on Morgan Ensberg's body (both #14). Last week we noticed that Kazou Matsui is on Adam Everett's body. Miguel Tejada is on Carlos Lee's body.
How long into the season do the Astros have to play for them to put up correct pictures. It is horrible.
Just wanted to share so the next time you go to a game at MMP you can look and compare for yourself.
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Talk Zone / Hey JaneDoe and Ty and anyone else in the GZ looking for me.
« on: May 20, 2008, 12:49:19 am »Quote
I blame Budgirl. She is at the game--why didn't she throw something at Edmonds?
Or jump out on the field and tackle him?
That was not my fault. I could not have said anything more than I did. When he caught that ball all that came out of my mouth was "son of a bitch." I hate that make-up wearing fag and I refuse to touch him.
I knew the score of both the Spurs and the Stars. As I've stated previously, I didn't expect the Stars to win, so I'm not as upset as some people I know. I expected the Spurs to win, more experience in playoffs paid off in that game. But it will be interesting to see Crosby v. Red Wings. I gotta admit, I have a fondness for the Pens.
I do want to know why Cooper only had Brydak pitch one inning? I really thought he should have gone two innings.
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Talk Zone / Tuesday's Game
« on: May 16, 2008, 10:17:23 am »
Jane Doe and I are going to be going to the game. Is anyone interested in meeting up before the game for some beverages and baseball talk?
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Talk Zone / 8th inning
« on: May 08, 2008, 12:07:51 am »
One thing to note about Brocail pointing behind homeplate about a badge I think had to do with Bourn. When Ausmus went to the mound after the second out, Bourn had run into second and was pointing to something behind home plate. So, I guess the badge is what was distracting to Bourn.
Was an interesting game to attend. Seemed like all kind of stuff going on that you couldn't tell was it was.
Was fun. Glad to see the boys win another. Hopefully, they can do it again tomorrow.
Was an interesting game to attend. Seemed like all kind of stuff going on that you couldn't tell was it was.
Was fun. Glad to see the boys win another. Hopefully, they can do it again tomorrow.
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Beer and Queso / Fenway, Yankee and maybe Shae
« on: May 07, 2008, 10:52:54 am »
Going to visit all in one month. June's going to be great.
Nothing firm on Shae, but the others for sure.
I'm a tad bit excited.
Nothing firm on Shae, but the others for sure.
I'm a tad bit excited.
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Talk Zone / Happy Birthday!!
« on: April 14, 2008, 03:27:26 pm »
Brad Ausmus.
May every at-bat you have this season be successful.
May every at-bat you have this season be successful.
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Talk Zone / Opening Day
« on: March 27, 2008, 08:51:50 am »
So, is anyone going? Are there no OWA festivities planned? Anyone up for meeting for a beer pre-game?
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Talk Zone / Rangers have started trading
« on: July 27, 2007, 12:50:16 pm »
Lofton to the Indians.
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Talk Zone / center field
« on: July 23, 2007, 10:04:16 pm »
so does Burke or Lane end up in center field?
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In fairness, this wasn't an ESPN thing. The Rangers play Sunday games at night because, uh...their relatively new ballpark has no roof in a city that is a bazillion trillion degrees.
This didn't stop them from playing Saturday afternoon.
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Talk Zone / Observations from last night.
« on: May 30, 2007, 09:10:46 am »
Lee came out of the dugout before Biggio, made it practically all the way in to left field before the rest of the team came out.
Apparently, Bradley lost his belt in the 3rd inning. I'm not sure how I missed this, but I've had two people tell me about it before I left the parking lot after the game.
This team has problems. But, man was AE fun in to watch in the 3rd. If that ball had rolled a little more...
I thought Lidge did a great job only having one run score, if only the Astros could execute like the Reds did there.
Oh well, it was fun even if they lost. I ended up getting the little portfolio thing. Let me know if anyone wants it.
Apparently, Bradley lost his belt in the 3rd inning. I'm not sure how I missed this, but I've had two people tell me about it before I left the parking lot after the game.
This team has problems. But, man was AE fun in to watch in the 3rd. If that ball had rolled a little more...
I thought Lidge did a great job only having one run score, if only the Astros could execute like the Reds did there.
Oh well, it was fun even if they lost. I ended up getting the little portfolio thing. Let me know if anyone wants it.
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Talk Zone / ACL - Non bb
« on: May 10, 2007, 10:23:10 am »
I thought of a couple of you gentlemen when I saw this. I especially thought of Limey because of Arctic Monkeys.
http://www.aclfestival.com/lineup.aspx
http://www.aclfestival.com/lineup.aspx
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Talk Zone / Anyone want to House a player?
« on: May 02, 2007, 09:34:57 am »
Might be beneficial since Luke Scott's brother is one of the players.
http://www.bayareatoros.com/pressreleases.html
http://www.bayareatoros.com/pressreleases.html
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Talk Zone / Astros in Round Rock
« on: March 27, 2007, 04:42:16 pm »
Which players usually play at that game? Which ones have in the past?
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Talk Zone / Spring Training
« on: January 04, 2007, 01:35:07 pm »
Who all is going? and when?
Any idea where Brad, I mean the players, hang out after practice and golf?
How hard is it to travel from Kiss. to other ball parks for games?
Our tentative-but close to being set-plan is to arrive Feb. 26th and depart on the 3rd or 4th.
So, who's in?
Any idea where Brad, I mean the players, hang out after practice and golf?
How hard is it to travel from Kiss. to other ball parks for games?
Our tentative-but close to being set-plan is to arrive Feb. 26th and depart on the 3rd or 4th.
So, who's in?
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Talk Zone / Baseball, Beer and Mexican Food
« on: October 10, 2006, 10:19:49 pm »
Where is a good place to get all three in the Spring/North Houston area?
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Talk Zone / I hate this day.
« on: October 02, 2006, 12:25:04 pm »
I just hate when Astros baseball is over for the year. I hate it.
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Talk Zone / Radio this morning
« on: August 16, 2006, 12:40:44 pm »
So, I was listening to 610 this morning and the guys were talking about the Astros passing an opportunity to sign Thome in the off season. Was there any truth to that rumor? I don't remember anything about Thome and the Astros in the offseason.
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Talk Zone / "Celebrity" spotted at the game last night.
« on: July 27, 2006, 05:14:40 pm »
2 rows in front of me sat Mr. Bill Worrell.
His tan looks nice.
He does have very striking eyes.
His tan looks nice.
He does have very striking eyes.
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Talk Zone / HA All-Star Game Viewing Party
« on: July 05, 2006, 01:36:57 pm »
Anyone interested?
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Was the game tonight the turning point for the season?
Funny moment at the game tonight. Not sure if anyone was still watching the game at that point.
Mike Lamb comes up to bat after Morgan and he gets announced as RF Lance Berkman. The look on his face was classic. Announcer then got it right and Lamb got a walk. Right after that is when Preston got the hit.
Funny moment at the game tonight. Not sure if anyone was still watching the game at that point.
Mike Lamb comes up to bat after Morgan and he gets announced as RF Lance Berkman. The look on his face was classic. Announcer then got it right and Lamb got a walk. Right after that is when Preston got the hit.
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Talk Zone / Okay, let's play GM.
« on: May 30, 2006, 06:31:18 pm »
Let's assume Clemens is signed. What is your next move to get this team hitting and pitching to win games?
Do you go for another starting pitcher? Some power in the outfield?
Who are you willing to give up for said player?
Do you go for another starting pitcher? Some power in the outfield?
Who are you willing to give up for said player?
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Talk Zone / Happy Cinco de Mayo
« on: May 05, 2006, 04:47:19 pm »
Figured you all could use a good beer thread.
Favorite Mexican beers.
Dos XX Lager (the green bottle)
Corona
Go figure, I don't go for some of the specialty beers.
Go Astros!!!
Favorite Mexican beers.
Dos XX Lager (the green bottle)
Corona
Go figure, I don't go for some of the specialty beers.
Go Astros!!!
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Talk Zone / Go Bradley Go Bradley
« on: April 25, 2006, 01:19:42 am »
How outstanding was he tonight???
2 doubles and a single.
Yeah!!!
2 doubles and a single.
Yeah!!!
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Talk Zone / Tonight's Game
« on: April 21, 2006, 03:37:50 pm »
Anyone interested in a ticket? Sitting next to me. Free.
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Talk Zone / Carpenter is a big zero
« on: April 19, 2006, 02:40:59 pm »
Currently served up no hits to the Pirates through 5 innings.
No walks either.
No walks either.
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Talk Zone / One Week, One Short Week
« on: March 27, 2006, 01:26:57 pm »
Until Opening Day.
I am so ready.
I am so ready.
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Talk Zone / Batting Cages
« on: March 02, 2006, 05:49:36 pm »
Where are some of the batting cages here in Houston? The only one I can remember is the Celebration Station on 59.
Thanks.
Thanks.
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Talk Zone / Astros Loyalty
« on: February 21, 2006, 04:32:14 pm »
I know a lot of you already read The Brushback.
But there is a Bagwell/Clemens/Astros/Loyalty article.
The Brushback
But there is a Bagwell/Clemens/Astros/Loyalty article.
The Brushback
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Talk Zone / Softball Game Information
« on: February 13, 2006, 07:18:12 pm »
March 11, Cleveland Field 12-4.
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Talk Zone / Annual Softball Game - March 11, 12-4pm
« on: January 26, 2006, 12:35:16 pm »
EDIT: Game will be on Saturday, March 11 from 12-4pm at Cleveland Park in Houston.
Which weekend is preferred?
March 4
March 11
March 18
The game will be at Cleveland Park. It will cost $15 for a registration fee and $35 rental fee (they are no longer charging companies an hourly rate). So, the more who come out and play, the cheaper the cost per individual.
Any questions?
Which weekend is preferred?
March 4
March 11
March 18
The game will be at Cleveland Park. It will cost $15 for a registration fee and $35 rental fee (they are no longer charging companies an hourly rate). So, the more who come out and play, the cheaper the cost per individual.
Any questions?
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Talk Zone / Softball Anyone?
« on: January 10, 2006, 01:32:04 pm »
Is anyone planning to plan the Softball game?
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Talk Zone / Happy Holidays!!!
« on: December 22, 2005, 04:44:15 pm »
Well wishes to you all this season. May next year the Astros grant us an even better run than this year.
See you next year.
See you next year.
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Talk Zone / Alyson and Adam
« on: December 19, 2005, 02:44:19 pm »Quote:
As we all know, the Astros need offense. Will they sign Adam Dunn like I hope they do? He would add the missing pieces that the Astros need!
-- Randall W., Houston
We have to stop talking about Adam Dunn, for a few reasons:
? Adam Dunn is not a free agent.
? Adam Dunn is property of the Cincinnati Reds, for at least two more years.
? If the Astros want Adam Dunn, the Reds will have to trade him.
? The Reds traded Sean Casey and announced Adam Dunn will move to first base.
? The Reds no longer have a logjam in the outfield.
Therefore, Adam Dunn is not coming to Houston to play baseball. Unless he plays a pickup game in his backyard.
astros.com mailbag.
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Talk Zone / For those that are bored...
« on: December 07, 2005, 01:27:29 pm »
There are 75 bands in this picture. Maybe this can keep some of you busy for a couple of hours.
75 bands
75 bands
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Talk Zone / A True Fan Will Cut Off His Left and Right Nut
« on: November 21, 2005, 03:40:38 pm »242
Talk Zone / Downtown Houston - The Place to Be Tonight
« on: October 26, 2005, 06:16:12 pm »
Astros beating the White Sox, Jazz beating the Rockets and a quilting convention. What more can go on in a small area?
Toyota Garage will be open for sure. Unless the Rockets are playing somewhere besides the Toyota Center.
Toyota Garage will be open for sure. Unless the Rockets are playing somewhere besides the Toyota Center.
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Talk Zone / Suggestions
« on: October 26, 2005, 10:41:45 am »
Anyone that was at the game yesterday have suggestions for parking for tonights game?
Would it be best to take the rail or try and park by the park somewhere?
Would it be best to take the rail or try and park by the park somewhere?
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Talk Zone / Games 4 & 5
« on: October 21, 2005, 12:11:25 pm »
Oh My God. I'll be at Games 4 & 5.
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Talk Zone / Another Baseball Post
« on: October 18, 2005, 02:40:09 am »
When Lane was on 3rd and Ausmus at second, anyone else think about a squeeze?
Am I an idiot for thinking it could have worked with Everett at bat?
And what happened on Lane's slide at the plate?
Am I an idiot for thinking it could have worked with Everett at bat?
And what happened on Lane's slide at the plate?
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Talk Zone / I have another best friend.
« on: October 17, 2005, 12:10:23 pm »
The only friend that won the lottery asked me if I wanted to go to game 5. Should I?
Also, she had to be at a meeting, so I was buying the tickets for her, I checked in at 10:00 on the dot. SRO for Games 3 & 4 only. Went with game 5 cause of the seats.
Also, she had to be at a meeting, so I was buying the tickets for her, I checked in at 10:00 on the dot. SRO for Games 3 & 4 only. Went with game 5 cause of the seats.
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Talk Zone / I just realized which World Series this will be.
« on: October 17, 2005, 11:19:01 am »
The 100th.
No wonder I didn't get picked.
No wonder I didn't get picked.
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Talk Zone / Want to see Oswalt and Qualls out on the town?
« on: October 16, 2005, 08:26:33 am »
You should go to Wild West.
Both were spotted there Friday night.
Just wanted to share. Go Astros.
Both were spotted there Friday night.
Just wanted to share. Go Astros.
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Talk Zone / ***Game 3 Attendees***
« on: October 14, 2005, 05:23:32 pm »
Anyone want to meet up for a drink or drinks before the game. Maybe watch some batting practice by the Crawford Boxes or something?
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Talk Zone / Game Watching Plans
« on: October 11, 2005, 02:04:28 pm »
Does anyone, in Houston, have plans where they are watching games 1 and 2 yet?
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Talk Zone / Rusch's squeeze bunt attempt question and one another.
« on: September 30, 2005, 12:06:12 am »
Was it a bunt? A strike/ball that Chavez blocked? I thought Rusch had bunted, but couldn't figure out why he didn't go to first.
Was Gipson having a problem going around 2nd? It didn't look like he was running very smooth.
Was Gipson having a problem going around 2nd? It didn't look like he was running very smooth.
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