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Talk Zone / Who is this person?
« on: March 30, 2019, 02:34:49 pm »
I know I do this every year. Any meeting plans for Saturday?
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Beer and Queso / Please excuse this brief announcement
« on: April 02, 2017, 07:36:12 pm »
I am back and trying to say hello. I will be stopping by more, again.
That is all.
That is all.
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Beer and Queso / Texas didn't make the list
« on: December 12, 2012, 10:50:40 am »
Sad.]http://121212xii.wordpress.com/2012/12/03/hello-world/]Sad.
Beer]http://www.npr.org/blogs/thesalt/2012/12/12/166987378/a-sign-from-above-needing-new-roof-monks-sell-rare-beer-in-u-s]Beer
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The 12th day of the 12th month of 2012 is not a day of deliverance but of delivery for devout American fans of Westvleteren 12, brewed by the reclusive Belgian monks at St. Sixtus Abbey.
The celebrated beer — often called the best in the world — is usually only available for sale at the abbey, located in the Belgian countryside. But starting Wednesday, buyers in the U.S. and other countries can purchase the beer at select retailers for $84.99 for six bottles.
Why this sudden blessing for beer lovers? The abbey happened to need an expensive renovation recently. But its 21 monks live an austere life — which means, among other things, that they purposely lack cash reserves. So the monks reluctantly made the decision to export small amounts of the precious nectar overseas for the first time.
Beer]http://www.npr.org/blogs/thesalt/2012/12/12/166987378/a-sign-from-above-needing-new-roof-monks-sell-rare-beer-in-u-s]Beer
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Beer and Queso / Thanksgiving
« on: November 21, 2012, 05:02:32 pm »
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
I'm thankful for all the people I have met from this place. I've learned so much from so many, shared wonderful stories, been supported in times of struggle, and gotten the laugh when I needed a laugh.
I'm thankful for all the people I have met from this place. I've learned so much from so many, shared wonderful stories, been supported in times of struggle, and gotten the laugh when I needed a laugh.
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Beer and Queso / Cooking on Cracked
« on: August 10, 2012, 09:19:57 am »
Just browsing 5 Simple Things That Every Bad Cook Does Wrong on Cracked. Ouch.
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One of the coolest things to watch, even if you're not a fan of or don't even understand baseball, is an outfielder's reaction and motion the second the ball comes off of the bat. Just from the sound of the contact, the trajectory and the speed, he can make NASA-level calculations in a fraction of a second and position himself within inches of where that ball will land, 200 feet before it gets there. Of course, he's not a rocket scientist, and he's not psychic. He has just played so many games that it's become instinct.
That same type of second nature reaction is something you'll pick up the more you cook. You'll be able to hear a change in the way a piece of fish sizzles when its texture changes after a few minutes in a hot pan. You'll be able to tell from sight if a piece of chicken is overcooked by the way the meat draws back from the bone. Without a timer and without opening the oven door, you'll be able to tell how much longer your cake has to bake just by the smell. But until you get to that level, just like the baseball player, you have to learn the fundamentals, and don't fucking deviate from it, or you'll be playing for the Houston Astros.
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Beer and Queso / Lawyer question
« on: July 05, 2012, 07:07:26 pm »
I've got a question about how long the County can hold you in jail without posting bond or providing legal representation. Please PM me. Thanks.
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Game Zone 2012 Archive / some game going on tongiht- 6-7-12
« on: June 07, 2012, 07:08:26 pm »
I'll try to comment
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Beer and Queso / Interesting
« on: April 02, 2012, 04:30:33 pm »
Why are there multiple guests to this site looking at this: http://www.spikesnstars.com/forums/index.php?topic=83709.0
?
?
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Beer and Queso / A Budgirl Birthday Post!
« on: March 20, 2012, 11:44:36 am »
Have a wonderful day!
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Beer and Queso / Happy Birthday, gleach!
« on: December 16, 2011, 07:43:46 am »
Hope you have a good day!
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Game Zone 2011 Archive / ...and so it ends....
« on: September 28, 2011, 06:18:27 pm »
Deadbirds
Jay Jay, CF
Craig, LF
Smirk, 1B
Twink, RF
Freeze, 3B
Mole-in-a, C
Schmucker, 2B
Punto, SS
Carpainter, P
Houston
Shuck, CF
Altuve, 2b
Martinez, LF
Lee, 1B
Bogusevic, RF
Paredes, 3B
Barmes, SS
Quintero, C
Myers, Executioner.
Jay Jay, CF
Craig, LF
Smirk, 1B
Twink, RF
Freeze, 3B
Mole-in-a, C
Schmucker, 2B
Punto, SS
Carpainter, P
Houston
Shuck, CF
Altuve, 2b
Martinez, LF
Lee, 1B
Bogusevic, RF
Paredes, 3B
Barmes, SS
Quintero, C
Myers, Executioner.
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Talk Zone / Interesting Baseball Stories
« on: July 17, 2011, 04:10:10 pm »
http://deadspin.com/5820716/the-100-worst-baseball-players-of-all-time-a-celebration-part-1
Some good stuff. What caught my eye:
How does this stuff not rank him as awesome rather than worst?
Some good stuff. What caught my eye:
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Casey Candaele played nine seasons and hit fewer career home runs than Carlos Zambrano. On warm Sunday mornings, he liked to take batting practice naked. On team flights, he liked to ride food trays down the center aisle.
How does this stuff not rank him as awesome rather than worst?
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Game Zone 2011 Archive / Where is everyone vs. Pyrites, 07-05-11
« on: July 05, 2011, 06:19:04 pm »
We got this one...
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Game Zone 2011 Archive / Rangers @ Astros 6/30/11
« on: June 30, 2011, 08:02:19 pm »
Some game going on. Northern invaders in Houston. No score after two and a half. I'm boring, so I won't comment any more.
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Talk Zone / May not want to watch this after lunch
« on: June 24, 2011, 01:08:07 pm »
Interleague play unfairness?
http://msn.foxsports.com/video/MLB?vid=7f7f0cd7-177f-40e1-a711-748c0bdd7165
http://msn.foxsports.com/video/MLB?vid=7f7f0cd7-177f-40e1-a711-748c0bdd7165
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Beer and Queso / Congrats to the Brazoswood Bucs
« on: June 11, 2011, 02:57:56 pm »
Texas state 5A baseball champions.
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Beer and Queso / The plans that no one wants to use
« on: June 09, 2011, 12:48:25 pm »
I never even thought to look, but I am sure some of you are familiar with this. Everyone else, here you go:
http://www.nytimes.com/1992/05/22/sports/baseball-the-plans-no-one-wants-to-use.html
http://www.nytimes.com/1992/05/22/sports/baseball-the-plans-no-one-wants-to-use.html
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Talk Zone / Twitter type info
« on: May 23, 2011, 04:57:03 pm »33
Beer and Queso / Rapture coming up Saturday
« on: May 19, 2011, 09:18:33 am »
On Saturday, take unwanted clothes and shoes and leave sets of them arranged [on sidewalks around town]
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Talk Zone / Harsh Rosenthal Video
« on: May 13, 2011, 01:04:16 pm »
Probably mostly true, though:
http://msn.foxsports.com/video/MLB?vid=87f5cbf3-ea99-4967-8458-d775e40d1507
http://msn.foxsports.com/video/MLB?vid=87f5cbf3-ea99-4967-8458-d775e40d1507
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Beer and Queso / Atlas Shrugged Part 1
« on: March 30, 2011, 08:58:38 am »
I'm not sure how many of you are interested in the Atlas Shrugged movie, but if you are, you may not know this. It is being independently distributed, so it may not be scheduled to show in your area.
Currently, in Texas, the DFW area is covered fairly well, but one location in Sugarland is the only other theater in Texas scheduled for a showing. If you are interested, here is the link showing locations with a button to click to request a showing in your area:
http://www.atlasshruggedpart1.com/theaters
The previews look very interesting, and a couple of reviews seem to believe the adaptation was done very well and true to the book.
Videos:
http://www.atlasshruggedpart1.com/gallery
Currently, in Texas, the DFW area is covered fairly well, but one location in Sugarland is the only other theater in Texas scheduled for a showing. If you are interested, here is the link showing locations with a button to click to request a showing in your area:
http://www.atlasshruggedpart1.com/theaters
The previews look very interesting, and a couple of reviews seem to believe the adaptation was done very well and true to the book.
Videos:
http://www.atlasshruggedpart1.com/gallery
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Talk Zone / Opening Day Starter
« on: March 18, 2011, 10:20:09 am »
What? No one else is going to post this?
Brett Myers is the opening day starter.
Brett Myers is the opening day starter.
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Game Zone 2011 Archive / SPlit Squad, 3-2-2011
« on: March 02, 2011, 12:14:05 pm »
FotF vs. Detroit
SBB vs. Yankees
Just in case we want to discuss this. I'd prefer to listen to Bourn, Wallace, and Norris vs. NY, but We get Pence and Happ (who I like).
Steele leads off with a double @ Detroit, at least.
SBB vs. Yankees
Just in case we want to discuss this. I'd prefer to listen to Bourn, Wallace, and Norris vs. NY, but We get Pence and Happ (who I like).
Steele leads off with a double @ Detroit, at least.
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Talk Zone / Footer Prints
« on: August 27, 2010, 04:50:19 pm »
Twits from Footer, in case you have missed them:
Basically, Blum had a reaction to an injection by the Dr. Will be in town for the game tomorrow. Doesn't look serious, just not able to fly.
Keppinger and Lindstrom will be rehabbing in CC.
Basically, Blum had a reaction to an injection by the Dr. Will be in town for the game tomorrow. Doesn't look serious, just not able to fly.
Keppinger and Lindstrom will be rehabbing in CC.
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Beer and Queso / Just call me....
« on: August 04, 2010, 08:13:52 am »
Grandpa.
~6:30 pm yesterday, my granddaughter arrived.
~6:30 pm yesterday, my granddaughter arrived.
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Beer and Queso / info begging...
« on: June 23, 2010, 08:15:27 pm »
My 15-year old was riding his bicycle in Kingwood right before we went to Orlando. He is fine, but he was hit by an uninsured SUV driver. Like I said, he is fine, but they did strap him to the backboard and rush him to the hospital for x-rays before we could do anything. Now, the bills are coming in. Had it been a hit and run, he would be covered by our insurance. Since the driver stopped and talked, though he was uninsured, our insurance has decided not to cover it. Anyone have any suggestions for covering a few $$$ on the bills?
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Talk Zone / Fish like to watch baseball, too.
« on: June 11, 2010, 10:00:48 am »
Take me out to the fish tank.
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Beer and Queso / Must have a new thread for odd food ideas....
« on: February 04, 2010, 05:51:06 pm »51
Beer and Queso / Limewire question
« on: June 16, 2009, 07:59:02 pm »
Help.
Honorable son #2 wants to do the limewire thing on my computer. I'm clueless. Anyone have any +/- info, or alternative sugestions?
PLease?
Honorable son #2 wants to do the limewire thing on my computer. I'm clueless. Anyone have any +/- info, or alternative sugestions?
PLease?
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Beer and Queso / Plaxico Burress replacement...shot
« on: January 23, 2009, 11:42:58 am »
At least he didn't shoot himself.
http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090123/SPORTS/901230362/-1/SPORTS
http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090123/SPORTS/901230362/-1/SPORTS
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Beer and Queso / Very Voidish
« on: January 19, 2009, 12:47:29 pm »
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ry25XcTZxSc
Woolworth, 8-track tapes, LPs, Herb Albert, and my favorite, the original cast from Sesame Street album...
Woolworth, 8-track tapes, LPs, Herb Albert, and my favorite, the original cast from Sesame Street album...
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Beer and Queso / Even more explanation of how the markets and sub-prime work
« on: October 08, 2008, 12:11:25 pm »58
Talk Zone / Switch Hitter vs. Switch Pitcher
« on: June 20, 2008, 12:58:51 pm »
Second video shows the whole thing...
http://www.bugsandcranks.com/the-clubhouse/switch-hitter-vs-switch-pitcher/
http://www.bugsandcranks.com/the-clubhouse/switch-hitter-vs-switch-pitcher/
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Talk Zone / Sunday at the Park
« on: April 14, 2008, 01:03:24 pm »
I am not a great storyteller like many who contribute to the board, but I have to try and put my tale out there.
I currently live in Nacogdoches with my wife and three boys, but I now have a job in Houston and stay in an apartment during the week until I can get the family moved down here. I have never been able to take my boys to an Astros game, but I am hoping it becomes a regular occurance soon. My wife and two younger boys were coming to stay the weekend, which doesn't happen often. It gets crowded in a little apartment, and I have many things to do the few weekends I stay in town. They came to look at houses and see the grandparents for my youngest son's 7th birthday.
Friday, I was given some Diamond level tickets to the game.
Normally, I take the boys to the zoo or to a park if we get time while they are in town. I didn't tell anyone.
Sunday morning, I got them up and said I heard about a neat park in Houston, but it will be a little drive. We have to run some errands, but we should have time to stop for a little while.
An impatient 13-year old and his little brother flopped into the back seat with a few "Are we there, yet?!?!"s, mostly when we got stuck in a traffic jam on 59 heading into town. When we broke free, I headed to I-10 and San Jacinto: not an obvious route for the kids. As we came down Texas, and got to the corner, it finally sunk in with the older boy just what "Park" we were going to.
My wife even got a little excited as I pulled into reserved parking and parked on the first row by the stadium. She is great about my baseball addiction, and even supports it, but it hasn't been a big priority to her. Some things, though, can really be impressive no matter what kind of baseball interest you have.
We take a few steps from the car and step into the building. I gave a stern warning about not losing the tickets and we got checked and re-checked walking into the Diamond Club. (My wife and kids were still asking if it was alright to be there on the ride home).
Just before we took our seats, I told my wife to look over at the entry. She takes a glance over her left shoulder and sees President Bush Sr. a few feet away, turns around with mouth agape, and then realizes that, had she looked over her right shoulder, she would have realized Barbara was standing next to her.
Wonderful couple, the Bushes.
We found our seats a few rows back from the on-deck area for the Astros. Had Berkman spit his seeds in our direction, I believe they would have hit us. It was an absolutely perfect day for baseball yesterday, and we were going to take it all in. My middle son called all his friends and, yes, they showed us in our seats on TV, earning him many calls back.
As much as I wanted to use the great seats to take in every detail of...everything in the game, sitting with two excited kids and a wife that wasn't sure how backwoods people like ourselves got here (Come an' listen to my story 'bout a man named Jed...), I had more fun being Dad: trying to answer all the questions, getting food and drinks, keeping the kids still, explaining WHY WE DON'T DO THE WAVE, and trying to keep from correcting the people booing the ump behind me...
Observations from the game? Well, even in the perfect situation, there is no way I could bring much meaningful information about how the game is played to many people on this forum. I'm still learning. Everything that I noticed that might be asked about here has already been answered (like, did Towles get hit earlier in the game, or was the ump correct?).
But...
Wesley Wright looks even younger in person and up close.
Wow, you miss so much watching on TV.
Lance Berkman is not fat.
I can NOT tell you haw impressed I am with Tejada.
When Tejada came out to the on-deck area for his first at-bat, he put his bat down, looked to George and Barbara Bush, took off his hat, and made a very, very deep bow. They had looked away. He put his hat on and waited until they looked back, and he did it again until George tipped his cap back. I want to know, is this guy perfect? Solid defense, good hitter, hard player on every play, every day, all year long, and very respectful of everyone around him.
In case you didn't know.
My youngest son now wears a Berkman shirt and Astros cap, the middle son has Lee and the cap. I am there hero for an afternoon, but expected to try to pull this off again. We will be learning about the cheap seats next time.
Thanks for reading this far, if you made it.
I currently live in Nacogdoches with my wife and three boys, but I now have a job in Houston and stay in an apartment during the week until I can get the family moved down here. I have never been able to take my boys to an Astros game, but I am hoping it becomes a regular occurance soon. My wife and two younger boys were coming to stay the weekend, which doesn't happen often. It gets crowded in a little apartment, and I have many things to do the few weekends I stay in town. They came to look at houses and see the grandparents for my youngest son's 7th birthday.
Friday, I was given some Diamond level tickets to the game.
Normally, I take the boys to the zoo or to a park if we get time while they are in town. I didn't tell anyone.
Sunday morning, I got them up and said I heard about a neat park in Houston, but it will be a little drive. We have to run some errands, but we should have time to stop for a little while.
An impatient 13-year old and his little brother flopped into the back seat with a few "Are we there, yet?!?!"s, mostly when we got stuck in a traffic jam on 59 heading into town. When we broke free, I headed to I-10 and San Jacinto: not an obvious route for the kids. As we came down Texas, and got to the corner, it finally sunk in with the older boy just what "Park" we were going to.
My wife even got a little excited as I pulled into reserved parking and parked on the first row by the stadium. She is great about my baseball addiction, and even supports it, but it hasn't been a big priority to her. Some things, though, can really be impressive no matter what kind of baseball interest you have.
We take a few steps from the car and step into the building. I gave a stern warning about not losing the tickets and we got checked and re-checked walking into the Diamond Club. (My wife and kids were still asking if it was alright to be there on the ride home).
Just before we took our seats, I told my wife to look over at the entry. She takes a glance over her left shoulder and sees President Bush Sr. a few feet away, turns around with mouth agape, and then realizes that, had she looked over her right shoulder, she would have realized Barbara was standing next to her.
Wonderful couple, the Bushes.
We found our seats a few rows back from the on-deck area for the Astros. Had Berkman spit his seeds in our direction, I believe they would have hit us. It was an absolutely perfect day for baseball yesterday, and we were going to take it all in. My middle son called all his friends and, yes, they showed us in our seats on TV, earning him many calls back.
As much as I wanted to use the great seats to take in every detail of...everything in the game, sitting with two excited kids and a wife that wasn't sure how backwoods people like ourselves got here (Come an' listen to my story 'bout a man named Jed...), I had more fun being Dad: trying to answer all the questions, getting food and drinks, keeping the kids still, explaining WHY WE DON'T DO THE WAVE, and trying to keep from correcting the people booing the ump behind me...
Observations from the game? Well, even in the perfect situation, there is no way I could bring much meaningful information about how the game is played to many people on this forum. I'm still learning. Everything that I noticed that might be asked about here has already been answered (like, did Towles get hit earlier in the game, or was the ump correct?).
But...
Wesley Wright looks even younger in person and up close.
Wow, you miss so much watching on TV.
Lance Berkman is not fat.
I can NOT tell you haw impressed I am with Tejada.
When Tejada came out to the on-deck area for his first at-bat, he put his bat down, looked to George and Barbara Bush, took off his hat, and made a very, very deep bow. They had looked away. He put his hat on and waited until they looked back, and he did it again until George tipped his cap back. I want to know, is this guy perfect? Solid defense, good hitter, hard player on every play, every day, all year long, and very respectful of everyone around him.
In case you didn't know.
My youngest son now wears a Berkman shirt and Astros cap, the middle son has Lee and the cap. I am there hero for an afternoon, but expected to try to pull this off again. We will be learning about the cheap seats next time.
Thanks for reading this far, if you made it.
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Talk Zone / Godzilla got married (non-Astros)
« on: March 28, 2008, 01:15:34 pm »
I know, big deal, but....
http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/baseball/yankees/2008/03/27/2008-03-27_yankees_slugger_hideki_matsui_weds_longt.html
They had to slip that line in somehow.
http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/baseball/yankees/2008/03/27/2008-03-27_yankees_slugger_hideki_matsui_weds_longt.html
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Matsui, also known back home for his large collection of porn films, said he and his wife have been planning their wedding for a year.
They had to slip that line in somehow.
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Talk Zone / Odd stat (OWA, nonBB)
« on: November 21, 2007, 01:01:17 pm »
Why is this
http://www.orangewhoopass.com/forums/index.php?topic=26616.0
3rd most popular, by views, at OWA?
(Am I supposed to start the question with "Noe"?)
http://www.orangewhoopass.com/forums/index.php?topic=26616.0
3rd most popular, by views, at OWA?
(Am I supposed to start the question with "Noe"?)
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Talk Zone / Welcome to Houston, Humberto
« on: September 12, 2007, 01:14:40 pm »
Everybody got their waders on?
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Talk Zone / A quick thank to Astros.com
« on: May 04, 2007, 08:06:03 am »
They Astros win a rather high scoring game for them, but the highlights focused on pitching and defense. Biggio's catch, Wandy's catch, Ensberg's snag at 3rd, and Wandy's 8 Ks.
I likey.
I likey.
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Talk Zone / Some pretty ugly games
« on: April 24, 2007, 08:15:58 pm »
As a half-full kinda guy, it means we are probably seeing the worst and should see some better games where things are coming together soon.
Very nice outing by Woody tonight.
Very nice outing by Woody tonight.
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Talk Zone / Have I just not seen it?
« on: April 18, 2007, 06:07:31 pm »
I click over on Astros.com and get greeted with "Jimmy Buffett Concert"
Not what I expected.
Not what I expected.
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Talk Zone / Biggio stats
« on: April 17, 2007, 02:16:43 pm »
Biggio's first plate appearance tonight will be his 12,000th.
2 runs will move him past Paul Molitor for 17th all time.
2 hits would move him past Frank Robinson for 29th all time.
Sac flies:
1 moves him to a tie for 88th
2 moves him to a tie for 80th
3 moves him to a tie for 75th
on the other hand,
1 caught stealing moves him to a tie with Vada Pinson for 51st all time
3 caught stealing would tie him with Enos Cabell for 50th
2 runs will move him past Paul Molitor for 17th all time.
2 hits would move him past Frank Robinson for 29th all time.
Sac flies:
1 moves him to a tie for 88th
2 moves him to a tie for 80th
3 moves him to a tie for 75th
on the other hand,
1 caught stealing moves him to a tie with Vada Pinson for 51st all time
3 caught stealing would tie him with Enos Cabell for 50th
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Talk Zone / Friday Beer AND baseball thread
« on: February 23, 2007, 11:41:56 am »Quote:
The interaction of advertising, sports and brews has always been a bit loopy. Now, threats by the federal Alcohol Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau to take legal action against Boston Red Sox pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka because of a beer commercial he made in his native Japan make our heads hurt.
Rocky Mountain News Editorial
ETA: youtube of the commercial
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Talk Zone / Guitar Info (non-BB)
« on: December 01, 2006, 05:29:59 pm »
I seem to remember a discussion a few weeks ago about purchasing a guitar. Either my search skills are really poor, or...well...
So my 16-year old would like a guitar for Christmas. I'm poor, no nothing of guitars, and he is a beginner. Any suggestions?
So my 16-year old would like a guitar for Christmas. I'm poor, no nothing of guitars, and he is a beginner. Any suggestions?
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Talk Zone / Terrell Owens (OT obviously)
« on: September 27, 2006, 10:41:39 am »
Cowboys receiver Terrell Owens ingested a large amount of prescription pain medication in a suicide attempt, according to a Dallas police report cited by WFAA/Channel 8.
link
link
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Talk Zone / Still need three wins
« on: September 27, 2006, 10:15:05 am »
The Astros still need 3 wins to lock in a winning season. Then they can start looking at the standings.
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Talk Zone / Good question and answer
« on: September 26, 2006, 02:09:59 pm »What does Scott write down in the book after each at bat? -- Penny M., Deer Park
Quote:
He keeps a journal, where he writes notes to himself regarding pitchers he just faced and that pitcher's tendencies. He'll note what a pitcher tries to get him out with, he'll write what he did at the plate, and how he was feeling at the plate, what he should and shouldn't do. He forms a plan, so he has an idea of what he wants to do against a particular pitcher when he next faces them.
Not a bad idea for a young player still learning the league. Heck, the way he's been swinging lately, maybe all of the hitters should start keeping journals.
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Talk Zone / Four more wins
« on: September 26, 2006, 09:49:21 am »
Four more wins to get a winning record for the season. I would like that very much.
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Talk Zone / Is 6-2 too much to ask for?
« on: September 23, 2006, 11:31:10 pm »
Just a winning season?
4 games under .500 for their history?
I am spoiled.
4 games under .500 for their history?
I am spoiled.
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Talk Zone / Just a game, people
« on: September 20, 2006, 03:06:37 pm »Quote:
Most of the evidence in the case hinged on the testimony of Keith Reese Jr., now 9, and his father, Keith Reese Sr., who said Mr. Downs asked Keith to hit Harry with a baseball as they warmed up before a playoff game in June 2005.
The father and son testified that Mr. Downs told Keith he would give him $25 if he hit Harry. The younger Keith testified that after he hit Harry, his coach asked him to go out there and "hit him harder."
Mr. Reese testified that Mr. Downs confessed after the playoff game that he done something "pretty ignorant."
During warmups before the game, Keith hit Harry twice with a baseball -- the first bounced and hit him in the groin, and the second ricocheted off the left side of his face, tearing his earlobe.
Harry is Harry Bowers Jr., 11, an autistic and mildly retarded teammate
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Talk Zone / Berkman in the 4th
« on: September 20, 2006, 09:42:55 am »Quote:
Huff followed with a shallow fly to left, Dunn made an off target throw but Berkman had pulled up half way and eventually got doubled up in the pickle. Why go half way?
Is there a reason to go half way? I can see running a few steps up the line and then retreating to force Dunn to try the throw. I can see running all out, though it seemed like Dunn was lined up well and somewhat shallow. Would there be a reason to run halfway other than hoping for an error?
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Talk Zone / Dagnabbit!
« on: August 21, 2006, 08:33:01 pm »
So, I dscide to tune in the game on the radio and work a little late. Terrible reception, but I'll just deal with it.
The call goes something like," Berkman hits that ball well. It's a long drive and it's....we now return you to our regularly scheduled program...."
The call goes something like," Berkman hits that ball well. It's a long drive and it's....we now return you to our regularly scheduled program...."
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Talk Zone / Bonds has to hate this....
« on: July 25, 2006, 08:38:45 pm »
Bonds' attorney demands leak probe
I would figure that the last thing Bonds wants is someone probing his leaks....
I would figure that the last thing Bonds wants is someone probing his leaks....
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Talk Zone / I just can't watch anymore
« on: July 24, 2006, 09:10:14 pm »
Oh, I want to watch. I am developing a complex, though. Out of the last 17 games, the Astros have lost every game I have tried to watch. If I can't catch the game in any way, they win.
I can't even tune in long enough to check the score.
Very frustrating.
I wonder if a tape delay would work.
I can't even tune in long enough to check the score.
Very frustrating.
I wonder if a tape delay would work.
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Talk Zone / Opening day was beautiful....
« on: April 04, 2006, 03:36:33 am »
...in a way.
Ugly stuff and good stuff I wanted to comment on...
Just got home from the hospital, though, where the youngest had surgery on a shattered forearm. Right after the game, there was a bicycle accident.
I have been through this before. With three boys you see some crazy stuff. It never gets easier.
Ugly stuff and good stuff I wanted to comment on...
Just got home from the hospital, though, where the youngest had surgery on a shattered forearm. Right after the game, there was a bicycle accident.
I have been through this before. With three boys you see some crazy stuff. It never gets easier.
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Rnakings thingeee...with no sense...
Ouch...
I'm stupid, ok, but I think the 2006 Astros are actually going to turn in a better season (regular season) than the 2005 Astros. It really seams to be a balanced team...
Am I way off my rocker here? Pitching has declined some, but defense and offense seem to possibly better to start the season.
Quote:
without Roger Clemens? innings, this isn?t a contending team.
Ouch...
I'm stupid, ok, but I think the 2006 Astros are actually going to turn in a better season (regular season) than the 2005 Astros. It really seams to be a balanced team...
Am I way off my rocker here? Pitching has declined some, but defense and offense seem to possibly better to start the season.
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Talk Zone / Pitching and defense
« on: April 02, 2006, 01:35:59 am »
I am concerned with the 2nd string catcher situation. I am interested to see how Garner is going to work that out.
Defense-wise, this looks to be a pretty good team, if Lance can be reminded of the number of outs.
Roy, Andy,
Brandon, Wandy,
Taylor....
Not too bad...
The bats need to get going, but this looks like a pretty good team.
Defense-wise, this looks to be a pretty good team, if Lance can be reminded of the number of outs.
Roy, Andy,
Brandon, Wandy,
Taylor....
Not too bad...
The bats need to get going, but this looks like a pretty good team.
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Talk Zone / Pinwheel Blog
« on: February 24, 2006, 01:00:04 pm »
I shoudln't go there and read it.
Still, this little tidbit seems quite insightful:
I've got a lot of e-mail on something written by a guy named Bill Simmons on ESPN.com. He bashes Houston.
oops...not that part, this part:
People write stuff like that because they're desperate for someone to read their stuff. They're doing it to push buttons. The guy couldn't be more irrelevant.
He didn't type that with a straight face, did he?
Still, this little tidbit seems quite insightful:
I've got a lot of e-mail on something written by a guy named Bill Simmons on ESPN.com. He bashes Houston.
oops...not that part, this part:
People write stuff like that because they're desperate for someone to read their stuff. They're doing it to push buttons. The guy couldn't be more irrelevant.
He didn't type that with a straight face, did he?
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Talk Zone / This is nice to see (BB, but non-Astros)
« on: February 03, 2006, 03:28:51 pm »
Baseball is Back!
Lumberjacks kick off the 2006 season Friday, Feb. 3, against Arkansas-Little Rock.
Home games will be played at Jaycees Field at Nacogdoches City Park.
(Northwest Loop across from the Nacogdoches Expo Center)
Friday, Feb. 3 ?Jacks vs. Arkansas-Little Rock 2 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 4 ?Jacks vs. Arkansas-Little Rock 1 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 5 ?Jacks vs. Arkansas-Little Rock 1 p.m.
Free Admission
OK, so SFA is a little out of the way for most people, but they haven't had college baseball for over a decade.
Baseball, and it is free!
Lumberjacks kick off the 2006 season Friday, Feb. 3, against Arkansas-Little Rock.
Home games will be played at Jaycees Field at Nacogdoches City Park.
(Northwest Loop across from the Nacogdoches Expo Center)
Friday, Feb. 3 ?Jacks vs. Arkansas-Little Rock 2 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 4 ?Jacks vs. Arkansas-Little Rock 1 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 5 ?Jacks vs. Arkansas-Little Rock 1 p.m.
Free Admission
OK, so SFA is a little out of the way for most people, but they haven't had college baseball for over a decade.
Baseball, and it is free!
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Talk Zone / I can't help it.
« on: January 30, 2006, 10:00:35 am »
My colleague (in the sense that we both write about sports) Richard Justice
Barzilla reaches new heights.
Barzilla reaches new heights.
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Talk Zone / A great big Thanks
« on: October 20, 2005, 12:03:01 pm »
To the hard working administrators of OWA.
Just had to say that.
Just had to say that.
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Talk Zone / What is....
« on: October 20, 2005, 12:41:26 am »
the FUCKING WORLD SERIES rotation going to be?
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Talk Zone / Getting ready
« on: October 19, 2005, 07:46:53 pm »
I did it. I had to. I pulled out the whiskey.
I have every intention of being clear eyed for the game tonight. I couldn't take any chance I would miss anything.
I could go with the beer, but the plants out the back door have been watered sufficiantly, thank you, and I don't want to take the chance the kids will be going for the facillities at the same time I do....
I'm not sure I can eat, though......and ESPN just showed Mr. Albert's 735 foot blast again....I won't be able to poop for another 12 hours, at least...
No. No food roght now...
Well that, and I forgot to turn on the crock pot this morning when I plugged it in so the stew isn't quite ready yet.
I'll have to go with pizza.
As I was saying, the whiskey will have to take a little edge off. Maybe the kids will start cutting the duct tape off me when I calm down.
- typed by Son of ETA.
I have every intention of being clear eyed for the game tonight. I couldn't take any chance I would miss anything.
I could go with the beer, but the plants out the back door have been watered sufficiantly, thank you, and I don't want to take the chance the kids will be going for the facillities at the same time I do....
I'm not sure I can eat, though......and ESPN just showed Mr. Albert's 735 foot blast again....I won't be able to poop for another 12 hours, at least...
No. No food roght now...
Well that, and I forgot to turn on the crock pot this morning when I plugged it in so the stew isn't quite ready yet.
I'll have to go with pizza.
As I was saying, the whiskey will have to take a little edge off. Maybe the kids will start cutting the duct tape off me when I calm down.
- typed by Son of ETA.
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Talk Zone / Billy Wagner quote....
« on: October 19, 2005, 11:22:50 am »Quote:
? This kid is destined for greatness. ... Ever see the hitters' faces when they come up to hit against him? They're just hoping to find one ball they might put in play. He needs to remember that now. ?
? Billy Wagner on Brad Lidge
Right in the middle of another good Stark.
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Talk Zone / I went to work today
« on: October 19, 2005, 10:28:06 am »
Though I have no idea why.
I got a new box of pencils. Maybe I should just sit here and sharpen them all day.
I renamed the sharpener "Backe." I have lucky pencils now.
Except for the one that I poked into my hand. The mark kinda looks like a star, though.
I got a new box of pencils. Maybe I should just sit here and sharpen them all day.
I renamed the sharpener "Backe." I have lucky pencils now.
Except for the one that I poked into my hand. The mark kinda looks like a star, though.
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Talk Zone / 45 years ago today
« on: October 17, 2005, 08:05:12 pm »
Houston is awarded an NL franchise.
Thought it should be mentioned.
Thought it should be mentioned.
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Not that tonight is anything really special, but before the thread gets started on game zone for tonight, I would like to see some discussion on the details.
How should the thread be titled?
Who should start the thread?
Should the lineups be included in the opening post?
At what time does the first post need to be posted?
Lots of responsibillity here.
How should the thread be titled?
Who should start the thread?
Should the lineups be included in the opening post?
At what time does the first post need to be posted?
Lots of responsibillity here.
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Talk Zone / stirred up coard nest
« on: October 17, 2005, 10:47:47 am »
I have a bad feeling about tonight. The coards sound like Alkie took a stick to their nest and stirred things up.
...and they have to do anything to win.
...they have been slighted in so many ways.
....hard plays against them.
...gotta find a way to knock the Astros out of their comfort zone.
I'm worried about just how tough the coards will play tonight.
...and they have to do anything to win.
...they have been slighted in so many ways.
....hard plays against them.
...gotta find a way to knock the Astros out of their comfort zone.
I'm worried about just how tough the coards will play tonight.
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Talk Zone / Mangement styles
« on: October 14, 2005, 01:11:42 pm »
Thomas Boswell has a few thoughts about Lagenius and Garner.
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Talk Zone / Padres, Co-ards, Work....
« on: October 04, 2005, 03:08:47 pm »
If someone is able to watch the game, I can understand not posting, but for those of us desperately looking to avoid doing work whaile at work....
Started off ok for the pads, but they are starting to get bloodied.
Co-arpenter, who has the vote of the announcers for Cy Young, was keeping things under control, but his pitch count through three (I know, pitch counts are meaningless) combined with his tired look the past month and the shrinking depth of the pen, and Peavy going for the pads....looked like the coards might be vulnerable.
the Padres seem to have been able to help them out in the 3rd, though. They imploded early in the series.
Started off ok for the pads, but they are starting to get bloodied.
Co-arpenter, who has the vote of the announcers for Cy Young, was keeping things under control, but his pitch count through three (I know, pitch counts are meaningless) combined with his tired look the past month and the shrinking depth of the pen, and Peavy going for the pads....looked like the coards might be vulnerable.
the Padres seem to have been able to help them out in the 3rd, though. They imploded early in the series.
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Talk Zone / Tongue tales
« on: October 02, 2005, 03:51:21 pm »
So...
Do Maddox and Dusty work out their tongues together during practice?
Do Maddox and Dusty work out their tongues together during practice?
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