Author Topic: Aches and Pains 2018 (Read 60926 times)

Bench · « **on:** February 27, 2018, 10:46:19 am »

Yuli sent back to Houston to get his hand checked out. Turns out it was worse than originally reported. Hinch does not know the cause of the injury.

jaklewein · « **Reply #1 on:** February 27, 2018, 10:47:39 am »

Quote from: Bench on February 27, 2018, 10:46:19 am

Yuli sent back to Houston to get his hand checked out. Turns out it was worse than originally reported. Hinch does not know the cause of the injury.

Well, better to have this happen now versus late March.

Reuben · « **Reply #2 on:** February 27, 2018, 11:26:36 am »

Thanks, Bench. I miss Nate Colbert.

JimR · « **Reply #3 on:** February 27, 2018, 11:36:05 am »

Quote from: Reuben on February 27, 2018, 11:26:36 am

Thanks, Bench. I miss Nate Colbert.

What happened to him? Was he pissed about something?

juliogotay · « **Reply #4 on:** February 27, 2018, 12:43:39 pm »

Quote from: JimR on February 27, 2018, 11:36:05 am

What happened to him? Was he pissed about something?

my guess is "yes" but I can't imagine why. I think this board often thanked him for his significant contributions. I hope that he is ok and comes back.

JimR · « **Reply #5 on:** February 27, 2018, 01:13:02 pm »

Quote from: juliogotay on February 27, 2018, 12:43:39 pm

my guess is "yes" but I can't imagine why. I think this board often thanked him for his significant contributions. I hope that he is ok and comes back.

If something happened, I missed it. Strange when people leave during a WS championship year. All about them, I guess.

VirtualBob · « **Reply #6 on:** February 27, 2018, 05:37:48 pm »

Quote from: JimR on February 27, 2018, 01:13:02 pm

If something happened, I missed it. Strange when people leave during a WS championship year. All about them, I guess.

Member List shows him active 20 minutes ago but nothing posted for 6 months.

Jacksonian · « **Reply #7 on:** February 27, 2018, 08:05:39 pm »

Quote from: VirtualBob on February 27, 2018, 05:37:48 pm

Member List shows him active 20 minutes ago but nothing posted for 6 months.

Could be burned out.

Nate Colbert · « **Reply #8 on:** February 27, 2018, 10:20:29 pm »

Quote from: Jacksonian on February 27, 2018, 08:05:39 pm

Could be burned out.

Perhaps, but mostly my own aches and pains.

believin · « **Reply #9 on:** February 27, 2018, 11:08:59 pm »

Quote from: Nate Colbert on February 27, 2018, 10:20:29 pm

Perhaps, but mostly my own aches and pains.

Hope you are well, Nate. Do take care of those aches and pains.
We miss your posts.

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #10 on:** February 28, 2018, 04:24:18 am »

Quote from: Nate Colbert on February 27, 2018, 10:20:29 pm

Perhaps, but mostly my own aches and pains.

Sorry to hear that. You have been sorely missed. Glad to see you back.

JimR · « **Reply #11 on:** February 28, 2018, 05:04:22 am »

Quote from: Nate Colbert on February 27, 2018, 10:20:29 pm

Perhaps, but mostly my own aches and pains.

Take care, and hurry back.

Ty in Tampa · « **Reply #12 on:** February 28, 2018, 06:20:24 am »

Quote from: JimR on February 28, 2018, 05:04:22 am

Take care, and hurry back.

This.

das · « **Reply #13 on:** February 28, 2018, 06:34:30 am »

Quote from: JimR on February 28, 2018, 05:04:22 am

Take care, and hurry back.

+1, Nate. You take care of you. We’ll be here when you are up to returning.

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #14 on:** February 28, 2018, 07:03:13 am »

Quote from: das on February 28, 2018, 06:34:30 am

+1, Nate. You take care of you. We’ll be here when you are up to returning.

+! Godspeed, Nate.

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #15 on:** February 28, 2018, 08:36:55 am »

Gurriel to have hand surgery.

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subnuclear · « **Reply #16 on:** February 28, 2018, 08:37:42 am »

Sorry to hear that Nate. Take care.

Anyway, according to McTaggart - "Yuli Gurriel having surgery to remove the hook of hamate bone in his left hand. Timetable unknown."

subnuclear · « **Reply #17 on:** February 28, 2018, 08:39:16 am »

Drew Silva, NBC Sports - "Hamate bone surgery typically comes with 6-8 weeks of recovery time and can sometimes sap a player's hitting ability for a while after that."

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #18 on:** February 28, 2018, 08:47:05 am »

Quote from: subnuclear on February 28, 2018, 08:39:16 am

Drew Silva, NBC Sports - "Hamate bone surgery typically comes with 6-8 weeks of recovery time and can sometimes sap a player's hitting ability for a while after that."

Unless Reed steps up and earns the first base job, I’m thinking Marwin gets most of the reps at first.

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moriartp · « **Reply #19 on:** February 28, 2018, 08:59:40 am »

Quote from: TerryPuhl21 on February 28, 2018, 08:47:05 am

Unless Reed steps up and earns the first base job, I’m thinking Marwin gets most of the reps at first.

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I think Marwin takes over and White gets the odd start (I'd bet on him over Reed).

With Marwin needed at 1B, Fisher would really have to suck to lose the LF gig. I guess there's some chance this opens the door to signing Carlos Gonzalez, too.

VirtualBob · « **Reply #20 on:** February 28, 2018, 09:00:06 am »

Quote from: Nate Colbert on February 27, 2018, 10:20:29 pm

Perhaps, but mostly my own aches and pains.

Glad you are still at least lurking.

VirtualBob · « **Reply #21 on:** February 28, 2018, 09:01:09 am »

Quote from: moriartp on February 28, 2018, 08:59:40 am

I think Marwin takes over and White gets the odd start (I'd bet on him over Reed).

With Marwin needed at 1B, Fisher would really have to suck to lose the LF gig. I guess there's some chance this opens the door to signing Carlos Gonzalez, too.

Opens the door a crack for JD Davis too.

moriartp · « **Reply #22 on:** February 28, 2018, 09:08:16 am »

Quote from: VirtualBob on February 28, 2018, 09:01:09 am

Opens the door a crack for JD Davis too.

Right! I keep forgetting all about him.

JimR · « **Reply #23 on:** February 28, 2018, 09:20:26 am »

Marwin need to stay in the utility role. Too bad Logan Morrison signed last week.

Losing Yuli for two months hurts. I hope they operate today.

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #24 on:** February 28, 2018, 09:21:11 am »

Quote from: moriartp on February 28, 2018, 08:59:40 am

I think Marwin takes over and White gets the odd start (I'd bet on him over Reed).

With Marwin needed at 1B, Fisher would really have to suck to lose the LF gig. I guess there's some chance this opens the door to signing Carlos Gonzalez, too.

I was thinking the same thing about Carlos Gonzalez. One thing is for sure, we have options, good ones at that, and those are nice to have.

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moriartp · « **Reply #25 on:** February 28, 2018, 09:22:53 am »

Quote from: JimR on February 28, 2018, 09:20:26 am

Marwin need to stay in the utility role. Too bad Logan Moreison signed last week.

Losing Yuli for two months hurts. I hope they operate today.

Surgery's done and went well, says Luhnow. 6 week expected recovery, so Yuli probably misses the first ~2 weeks of the season.

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #26 on:** February 28, 2018, 09:27:41 am »

Quote from: VirtualBob on February 28, 2018, 09:01:09 am

Opens the door a crack for JD Davis too.

I agree whole heartedly. I think it was Jim that has been saying all winter that he would like to see Davis get more regular at bats. Well, if he continues to hit like he has the first few games of spring he’s getting the spot.

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JimR · « **Reply #27 on:** February 28, 2018, 09:35:27 am »

Quote from: TerryPuhl21 on February 28, 2018, 09:27:41 am

I agree whole heartedly. I think it was Jim that has been saying all winter that he would like to see Davis get more regular at bats. Well, if he continues to hit like he has the first few games of spring he’s getting the spot.

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That was HH, and I did not disagree. I want to see Reed realize his potential, but he is running out of time.

juliogotay · « **Reply #28 on:** February 28, 2018, 09:46:16 am »

Quote from: TerryPuhl21 on February 28, 2018, 09:21:11 am

I was thinking the same thing about Carlos Gonzalez. One thing is for sure, we have options, good ones at that, and those are nice to have.

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No need to make a deal. Plenty of guys that can fill in for a while.

juliogotay · « **Reply #29 on:** February 28, 2018, 09:55:55 am »

Quote from: moriartp on February 28, 2018, 09:22:53 am

Surgery's done and went well, says Luhnow. 6 week expected recovery, so Yuli probably misses the first ~2 weeks of the season.

I'm trying to remember who else had the hamate bone removed. Seems like an Astro player back in the day.

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #30 on:** February 28, 2018, 10:01:35 am »

I am too lazy to look this up so if there is a doctor in the house please answer this question. What causes this type of injury? Is this just like a growth that just now started to bother him or was this the result of something Yuli did to cause the injury?

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jbm · « **Reply #31 on:** February 28, 2018, 10:07:51 am »

Nate, hope at is well, or will be soon.

It seems like a lot of players have this type of injury. That slugger/strikeout guy that made AA we had years back (obviously forgot his name) had it, IIRC. I assume the injury is more probable to befall people who swing bats or disrespect Japanese hurlers, but I obviously don't know.

Bench · « **Reply #32 on:** February 28, 2018, 10:14:53 am »

Quote from: jbm on February 28, 2018, 10:07:51 am

Nate, hope at is well, or will be soon.

It seems like a lot of players have this type of injury. That slugger/strikeout guy that made AA we had years back (obviously forgot his name) had it, IIRC. I assume the injury is more probable to befall people who swing bats or disrespect Japanese hurlers, but I obviously don't know.

Here's a HOT TAKE: FACT: The bat knob on conventional baseball bats is the root cause of every broken hamate injury and thrown bat in the game of baseball. It’s a design flaw that threatens players and fans alike.

BUWebguy · « **Reply #33 on:** February 28, 2018, 10:30:28 am »

Astros' hamate bone surgeries:

Max Stassi, spring 2016:
https://www.mlb.com/astros/news/astros-max-stassi-recovery-from-hamate-surgery/c-167848586

JD Martinez, 2012:
http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2012-09-24/news/sns-rt-bbo-astros-team-reportsxeab4ba1-20120924_1_lhp-fernando-abad-hamate-bone-marwin-gonzalez

Bobby Abreu, 1997:
http://www.nytimes.com/1997/05/30/sports/two-astros-have-arm-surgery.html

BlownRanger · « **Reply #34 on:** February 28, 2018, 10:39:27 am »

This brings up an interesting question. Can the Astros rationalize that "Yuli was going to miss the first week, anyway", or will MLB attempt to make sure he misses five games after he's cleared to play?

jbm · « **Reply #35 on:** February 28, 2018, 10:45:38 am »

Quote from: BUWebguy on February 28, 2018, 10:30:28 am

Astros' hamate bone surgeries:

Max Stassi, spring 2016:
https://www.mlb.com/astros/news/astros-max-stassi-recovery-from-hamate-surgery/c-167848586

JD Martinez, 2012:
http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2012-09-24/news/sns-rt-bbo-astros-team-reportsxeab4ba1-20120924_1_lhp-fernando-abad-hamate-bone-marwin-gonzalez

Bobby Abreu, 1997:
http://www.nytimes.com/1997/05/30/sports/two-astros-have-arm-surgery.html

Telvin Nash was the guy I was trying to recall, but based on this and Bench's link, it seems to be more widespread. Damn knobs!

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #36 on:** February 28, 2018, 10:47:37 am »

Quote from: BlownRanger on February 28, 2018, 10:39:27 am

This brings up an interesting question. Can the Astros rationalize that "Yuli was going to miss the first week, anyway", or will MLB attempt to make sure he misses five games after he's cleared to play?

I am 99.9% sure he’s got to miss the first five games he can physically play.

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TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #37 on:** February 28, 2018, 10:49:08 am »

Quote from: Bench on February 28, 2018, 10:14:53 am

Here's a HOT TAKE: FACT: The bat knob on conventional baseball bats is the root cause of every broken hamate injury and thrown bat in the game of baseball. It’s a design flaw that threatens players and fans alike.

Thanks for that info!

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GreatBagwellsBeard · « **Reply #38 on:** February 28, 2018, 11:15:01 am »

Small sample size, but Davis has been tearing it up so far this spring. He's played a tiny bit in the OF in Corpus, so he could be part of a Marwin/Fisher platoon to cover LF and 1B.

toddthebod · « **Reply #39 on:** February 28, 2018, 11:40:18 am »

Why can't they just put him on the DL after the five games are over?

JimR · « **Reply #40 on:** February 28, 2018, 11:45:09 am »

Quote from: toddthebod on February 28, 2018, 11:40:18 am

Why can't they just put him on the DL after the five games are over?

Dishonest. He must serve the suspension when he is able to play.

HudsonHawk · « **Reply #41 on:** March 01, 2018, 07:06:18 am »

Quote from: JimR on February 28, 2018, 09:35:27 am

That was HH, and I did not disagree. I want to see Reed realize his potential, but he is running out of time.

I think Davis can hit at this level, and can handle 1B with no problems. He's the guy that's gonna step up and surprise people, IMO. I am not optimistic about Reed. But I sure wish he'd prove me wrong.

Astros Fan in Big D · « **Reply #42 on:** March 01, 2018, 07:18:12 pm »

Quote from: JimR on February 28, 2018, 11:45:09 am

Dishonest. He must serve the suspension when he is able to play.

So if he is on DL but not yet suspended, will be be able to participate in opening day festivities?

toddthebod · « **Reply #43 on:** March 02, 2018, 12:37:37 pm »

Quote from: JimR on February 28, 2018, 11:45:09 am

Dishonest. He must serve the suspension when he is able to play.

Ok, but teams abuse the DL all of the time.

MusicMan · « **Reply #44 on:** March 02, 2018, 01:07:58 pm »

Quote from: toddthebod on March 02, 2018, 12:37:37 pm

Ok, but teams abuse the DL all of the time.

DL had it coming.

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Bench · « **Reply #45 on:** June 08, 2018, 03:35:04 pm »

McCann back, Federiowicz DFA'd.

Jacksonian · « **Reply #46 on:** June 08, 2018, 03:37:31 pm »

In rival news, Ohtani has an elbow ouchie and will be on the DL for quite some time.

JimR · « **Reply #47 on:** June 08, 2018, 03:42:23 pm »

Quote from: Jacksonian on June 08, 2018, 03:37:31 pm

In rival news, Ohtani has an elbow ouchie and will be on the DL for quite some time.

So no more breathless updates from MLB every time he hits a foul ball?

Astros Fan in Big D · « **Reply #48 on:** June 08, 2018, 04:00:07 pm »

Quote from: JimR on June 08, 2018, 03:42:23 pm

So no more breathless updates from MLB every time he hits a foul ball?

You'll have to settle for updates when he scratches himself now.

Hopefully not to serious. Pretty cool story.

Bench · « **Reply #49 on:** June 08, 2018, 04:39:57 pm »

Correa not in the lineup today.

VirtualBob · « **Reply #50 on:** June 08, 2018, 05:09:55 pm »

Quote from: Bench on June 08, 2018, 03:35:04 pm

McCann back, Federiowicz DFA'd.

I think you just proved that you are not Polish.

Fredia · « **Reply #51 on:** June 08, 2018, 05:53:16 pm »

Federiowicz at least one word I no longer have to work about misspelling.. welcome back big M

hostros7 · « **Reply #52 on:** June 10, 2018, 10:34:58 am »

Per Mark Berman, Joe Smith is headed to the DL with “elbow discomfort.”

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Jacksonian · « **Reply #53 on:** June 10, 2018, 10:37:11 am »

Quote from: hostros7 on June 10, 2018, 10:34:58 am

Per Mark Berman, Joe Smith is headed to the DL with “elbow discomfort.”

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Guduan has been recalled to take his place.

MusicMan · « **Reply #54 on:** June 10, 2018, 02:55:27 pm »

Quote from: Jacksonian on June 10, 2018, 10:37:11 am

Guduan has been recalled to take his place.

Hoyt must really be struggling.

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Lefty · « **Reply #55 on:** June 10, 2018, 06:03:29 pm »

Quote from: MusicMan on June 10, 2018, 02:55:27 pm

Hoyt must really be struggling.

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Just looking at stats, not really. I'd honestly kind of forgotten he was in Fresno.

austro · « **Reply #56 on:** June 10, 2018, 08:22:55 pm »

In this case, I think the key factor in the decision is that Guduan throws with his left arm.

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #57 on:** June 10, 2018, 10:04:52 pm »

Quote from: MusicMan on June 10, 2018, 02:55:27 pm

Hoyt must really be struggling.

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I’m glad to see Guduan was the call. Personally, I’ve seen all of Hoyt I want to see and we need another lefty in the pen.

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Duke · « **Reply #58 on:** June 11, 2018, 08:43:56 am »

Per the radio this morning, Ohtani needs TJ surgery.

jbm · « **Reply #59 on:** June 11, 2018, 08:52:30 am »

Ugh. One of those odd things you have to balance with a two-way star. In other words, if they didn't throw him, they'd still have his bat.

BudGirl · « **Reply #60 on:** June 11, 2018, 09:28:26 am »

Quote from: juliogotay on June 11, 2018, 09:08:48 am

his post was in error.

I don't like this comment. Please BBGs keep my pitching staff healthy.

VirtualBob · « **Reply #61 on:** June 11, 2018, 09:44:24 am »

Quote from: juliogotay on June 11, 2018, 09:08:48 am

this is why I never considered the Angels to be a threat to win the division. Not specifically Ohtani, but I expected their pitching staff to break down over the season. Because they always do.

#unwise

Astros Fan in Big D · « **Reply #62 on:** June 11, 2018, 09:49:52 am »

Sad to hear the Ohtani news. Rival team or not, I was interestedin seeing how it played out over the course of a season.

juliogotay · « **Reply #63 on:** June 11, 2018, 10:06:31 am »

Quote from: BudGirl on June 11, 2018, 09:28:26 am

I don't like this comment. Please BBGs keep my pitching staff healthy.

Shit...what was I thinking? I deleted my post. Delete yours and there will be no visible evidence for the BB Gods. I have it on good authority they do not work Mondays so there is still time.

Duke · « **Reply #64 on:** June 11, 2018, 10:06:58 am »

Having never had elbow troubles before, I wonder how feasible it would be to just have him DH for the rest of the season.

Lefty · « **Reply #65 on:** June 11, 2018, 12:39:04 pm »

Sad to hear about Ohtani, but when was the last big money Japanese pitcher that didn't need arm surgery soon after coming to MLB?

Jacksonian · « **Reply #66 on:** June 11, 2018, 01:36:00 pm »

Quote from: Duke on June 11, 2018, 08:43:56 am

Per the radio this morning, Ohtani needs TJ surgery.

Angels GM says nope.

Col. Sphinx Drummond · « **Reply #67 on:** June 11, 2018, 04:18:29 pm »

Quote from: Lefty on June 11, 2018, 12:39:04 pm

Sad to hear about Ohtani, but when was the last big money Japanese pitcher that didn't need arm surgery soon after coming to MLB?

There are only 5 pitchers from Japan currently on MLB rosters. Darvish, Tanaka, Maeda, Ohtani, and Hirano. All but Hirano are also serving time on the DL at the moment.

Col. Sphinx Drummond · « **Reply #68 on:** June 11, 2018, 04:35:03 pm »

Quote from: Sphinx Drummond on June 11, 2018, 04:18:29 pm

There are only 5 pitchers from Japan currently on MLB rosters. Darvish, Tanaka, Maeda, Ohtani, and Hirano. All but Hirano are also serving time on the DL at the moment.

I inadvertently left Iwakuma off the list but he is out too.

Lefty · « **Reply #69 on:** June 28, 2018, 10:21:18 am »

Not an ache or a pain for him, but Yuli goes on 3 day paternity leave, Reed called up.

Astros Fan in Big D · « **Reply #70 on:** June 28, 2018, 10:47:30 am »

Quote from: Lefty on June 28, 2018, 10:21:18 am

Not an ache or a pain for him, but Yuli goes on 3 day paternity leave, Reed called up.

Yuli's wife may have had some pain.

Lefty · « **Reply #71 on:** June 28, 2018, 11:36:56 am »

Quote from: Astros Fan in Big D on June 28, 2018, 10:47:30 am

Yuli's wife may have had some pain.

Right, hence the "for him".

juliogotay · « **Reply #72 on:** June 28, 2018, 01:46:31 pm »

Quote from: Lefty on June 28, 2018, 11:36:56 am

Right, hence the "for him".

He could have pain transference.

Astros Fan in Big D · « **Reply #73 on:** June 28, 2018, 02:39:08 pm »

Correa out of the lineup again:

https://twitter.com/TBTimes_Rays/status/1012411150271680512?s=19

Bench · « **Reply #74 on:** June 28, 2018, 04:09:54 pm »

Correa to the DL.

Lefty · « **Reply #75 on:** June 28, 2018, 04:17:19 pm »

Quote from: Bench on June 28, 2018, 04:09:54 pm

Correa to the DL.

How many games before the ASB?

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #76 on:** June 28, 2018, 04:18:49 pm »

Quote from: Bench on June 28, 2018, 04:09:54 pm

Correa to the DL.

I wonder if we call someone up or try to make it 3 days until Yuli returns? I would guess you call someone up but who?

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Lefty · « **Reply #77 on:** June 28, 2018, 04:20:03 pm »

Quote from: TerryPuhl21 on June 28, 2018, 04:18:49 pm

I wonder if we call someone up or try to make it 3 days until Yuli returns? I would guess you call someone up but who?

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Smith is coming back soon. They just brought Reed up, and they have White. Maybe an OFer?

Bench · « **Reply #78 on:** June 28, 2018, 04:24:05 pm »

Quote from: Lefty on June 28, 2018, 04:17:19 pm

How many games before the ASB?

17

HudsonHawk · « **Reply #79 on:** June 28, 2018, 04:35:54 pm »

Quote from: TerryPuhl21 on June 28, 2018, 04:18:49 pm

I wonder if we call someone up or try to make it 3 days until Yuli returns? I would guess you call someone up but who?

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Of course you call someone up. You wouldn't leave yourself with a 24-man roster.

toddthebod · « **Reply #80 on:** June 28, 2018, 04:47:49 pm »

Quote from: Lefty on June 28, 2018, 04:20:03 pm

Smith is coming back soon. They just brought Reed up, and they have White. Maybe an OFer?

Makes sense. Marwin plays short and Tucker plays left. So, of course, they're going to call up Fisher.

Fredia · « **Reply #81 on:** June 28, 2018, 05:46:11 pm »

so many options. who do you think it will be

Nate Colbert · « **Reply #82 on:** June 28, 2018, 09:58:42 pm »

Cuban lefty Cionel Perez gets the call from CC.

mrpink · « **Reply #83 on:** June 29, 2018, 06:05:24 am »

Quote from: Nate Colbert on June 28, 2018, 09:58:42 pm

Cuban lefty Cionel Perez gets the call from CC.

Perez was only on the 40-man because the Astros voided his original contract due to a medical issue, correct?

I doubt many people thought he would get the call this year. So his MLB career starting much earlier than expected is directly attributable to failing his physical (and also kicking ass at Corpus).

JimR · « **Reply #84 on:** June 29, 2018, 06:44:57 am »

Quote from: mrpink on June 29, 2018, 06:05:24 am

Perez was only on the 40-man because the Astros voided his original contract due to a medical issue, correct?

I doubt many people thought he would get the call this year. So his MLB career starting much earlier than expected is directly attributable to failing his physical (and also kicking ass at Corpus).

I like this a lot! He has been very good this year, and he held his own in ST. I read quotes from Luhnow a week or so ago the Brain Trust was still debating whether to consider him an option for the pen or to let him keep developing as a starter.

Nate Colbert · « **Reply #85 on:** July 01, 2018, 05:04:27 pm »

Quote from: Nate Colbert on June 28, 2018, 09:58:42 pm

Cuban lefty Cionel Perez gets the call from CC.

And back down to CC without getting in a game.

Fredia · « **Reply #86 on:** July 01, 2018, 05:15:17 pm »

that has to suck Majorly

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #87 on:** July 01, 2018, 06:18:25 pm »

Quote from: JimR on June 29, 2018, 06:44:57 am

I like this a lot! He has been very good this year, and he held his own in ST. I read quotes from Luhnow a week or so ago the Brain Trust was still debating whether to consider him an option for the pen or to let him keep developing as a starter.

Really disappointing that he didn’t get to pitch in a game. I could understand if you didn’t want to put him in a really high leverage situation, but they could have squeezed him in somewhere last night.

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Reuben · « **Reply #88 on:** July 03, 2018, 10:37:07 am »

McCann to the DL, Federowicz up; also Joe Smith will be activated, all according to Chandler Rome on twitter. No word on who makes room for Smith - I assume Reed or White.

MusicMan · « **Reply #89 on:** July 03, 2018, 10:47:13 am »

Quote from: Reuben on July 03, 2018, 10:37:07 am

McCann to the DL, Federowicz up; also Joe Smith will be activated, all according to Chandler Rome on twitter. No word on who makes room for Smith - I assume Reed or White.

And the Marlins rub their hands in hopes that their Realmuto negotiating position has increased.

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JimR · « **Reply #90 on:** July 03, 2018, 10:49:42 am »

Quote from: Reuben on July 03, 2018, 10:37:07 am

McCann to the DL, Federowicz up; also Joe Smith will be activated, all according to Chandler Rome on twitter. No word on who makes room for Smith - I assume Reed or White.

McCann’s knee again?

Fredia · « **Reply #91 on:** July 03, 2018, 11:04:41 am »

hope these are two isolated incidents and not a precursor of what is to come. he is such a important part of this team

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #92 on:** July 03, 2018, 11:23:12 am »

Quote from: JimR on July 03, 2018, 10:49:42 am

McCann’s knee again?

Yes, according to the report.

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TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #93 on:** July 03, 2018, 11:43:19 am »

Quote from: MusicMan on July 03, 2018, 10:47:13 am

And the Marlins rub their hands in hopes that their Realmuto negotiating position has increased.

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I am torn about Realmuto. Yes, I would love to have his offensive production in our lineup but I just don’t know that catcher is a big need for us. At least not a big enough need to give up what it will cost us. If we acquire him then in my mind you probably torpedo any chance of acquiring an impact bullpen arm because of the chips you will have to give up. The article about McCann mentions how well Stassi has performed at the plate and the fact that he is ranked as the top pitch framing catcher in the sport. Realmuto is ranked 29th in that category. You would control JT through 2020 though. It is a tough call. I’m comfortable with Stassi as our starter but I am NOT comfortable with Ferderowicz as the backup so hopefully McCann is back soon.

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Reuben · « **Reply #94 on:** July 03, 2018, 12:58:40 pm »

What’s wrong with Federowicz as a backup? Has he looked like a butcher back there or something?

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #95 on:** July 03, 2018, 01:08:08 pm »

Quote from: Reuben on July 03, 2018, 12:58:40 pm

What’s wrong with Federowicz as a backup? Has he looked like a butcher back there or something?

Personally, I wasn’t impressed, but I’m not a talent evaluator either. The brass must not be too worried or he wouldn’t get the call.

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BudGirl · « **Reply #96 on:** July 03, 2018, 01:30:15 pm »

Quote from: TerryPuhl21 on July 03, 2018, 01:08:08 pm

Personally, I wasn’t impressed, but I’m not a talent evaluator either. The brass must not be too worried or he wouldn’t get the call.

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Stassi falls into the primary role, but I wasn't a fan of Fed.

Lefty · « **Reply #97 on:** July 03, 2018, 01:32:07 pm »

Quote from: Reuben on July 03, 2018, 12:58:40 pm

What’s wrong with Federowicz as a backup? Has he looked like a butcher back there or something?

Pretty sure I remember him catching McCullers and having a very bad first few innings behind the plate.

Lefty · « **Reply #98 on:** July 03, 2018, 02:15:23 pm »

Per Rosenthal tweet: McCann to have surgery, out 4-6 weeks. Stassi the regular catcher.

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #99 on:** July 03, 2018, 02:34:46 pm »

Quote from: Lefty on July 03, 2018, 02:15:23 pm

Per Rosenthal tweet: McCann to have surgery, out 4-6 weeks. Stassi the regular catcher.

Bummer. That’s a pretty good while to be without him. I am totally fine with Stassi behind the plate. I like giving the young guys a chance though and would like to have seen Stubbs versus Federowicz. Garret is hitting over .300 and has an OPS over .850. The book on him is that he is probably too small to be an everyday catcher right now and needs to bulk up. What I read specifically said he would be great in a backup role. Would like to have seen that but I guess the brass would rather have him down there getting regular AB’s.

If McCann’s surgery and recovery doesn’t look like it will progress the way they want, I wonder if Wilson Ramos would be a possibility?? He’s a rental so he would be much cheaper than Realmuto.

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MusicMan · « **Reply #100 on:** July 03, 2018, 03:06:08 pm »

Smith officially activated, Reed sent down.

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Fredia · « **Reply #101 on:** July 03, 2018, 03:12:22 pm »

well poo

JimR · « **Reply #102 on:** July 03, 2018, 03:12:40 pm »

Quote from: Lefty on July 03, 2018, 02:15:23 pm

Per Rosenthal tweet: McCann to have surgery, out 4-6 weeks. Stassi the regular catcher.

If this is the beginning of the end for McCann, I salute him. He and Beltrán were the glue that held the team together when all seemed lost in Yankee Stadium.

MusicMan · « **Reply #103 on:** July 03, 2018, 03:22:55 pm »

Quote from: JimR on July 03, 2018, 03:12:40 pm

If this is the beginning of the end for McCann, I salute him. He and Beltrán were the glue that held the team together when all seemed lost in Yankee Stadium.

Amen. When he arrived, I was prepared to hate him. When he departs, I will surely miss him.

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Lefty · « **Reply #104 on:** July 03, 2018, 03:25:21 pm »

Quote from: JimR on July 03, 2018, 03:12:40 pm

If this is the beginning of the end for McCann, I salute him. He and Beltrán were the glue that held the team together when all seemed lost in Yankee Stadium.

He's obviously a tough SOB to have been catching regularly with a bum knee. I've never heard any teammate say a bad thing about him. Barring a rehab setback I'll keep expecting him back for the postseason.

JimR · « **Reply #105 on:** July 03, 2018, 03:32:22 pm »

Quote from: Lefty on July 03, 2018, 03:25:21 pm

He's obviously a tough SOB to have been catching regularly with a bum knee. I've never heard any teammate say a bad thing about him. Barring a rehab setback I'll keep expecting him back for the postseason.

Many of them waxed eloquent about how much he meant to the team. McCullers called him the team’s MVP. For his part, McCann said accepting the trade was the best decision of his life.

Funny how firmly held perceptions can be so wrong.

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #106 on:** July 03, 2018, 03:35:02 pm »

Quote from: JimR on July 03, 2018, 03:12:40 pm

If this is the beginning of the end for McCann, I salute him. He and Beltrán were the glue that held the team together when all seemed lost in Yankee Stadium.

Truer words could not be said. McCann and Beltran represent the type of baseball player I hope my son grows up to be. They show tremendous respect for the game and how it is played and they don’t cheat it for one second.

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Reuben · « **Reply #107 on:** July 03, 2018, 03:37:05 pm »

McCann was their Jake Taylor exactly when they needed it. May he make it back for one last ride, at least.

Fredia · « **Reply #108 on:** July 03, 2018, 03:53:48 pm »

he seems to be extremely well thought of by even non astros. hoping he gets well and is able to call again

hostros7 · « **Reply #109 on:** July 03, 2018, 04:05:05 pm »

Quote from: TerryPuhl21 on July 03, 2018, 03:35:02 pm

Truer words could not be said. McCann and Beltran represent the type of baseball player I hope my son grows up to be. They show tremendous respect for the game and how it is played and they don’t cheat it for one second.

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That and a 15 year MLB career doesn’t seem to be hoping for too much for your young son.

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HudsonHawk · « **Reply #110 on:** July 03, 2018, 08:50:02 pm »

I’m reminded of the line from the movie Miracle:

“I’m not looking for the best players, I’m looking for the right ones.”

McCann was the right man for the job.

Lefty · « **Reply #111 on:** July 03, 2018, 08:55:44 pm »

Quote from: JimR on July 03, 2018, 03:32:22 pm

Funny how firmly held perceptions can be so wrong.

What are the "firmly held perceptions"?

chuck · « **Reply #112 on:** July 03, 2018, 08:56:28 pm »

Quote from: Lefty on July 03, 2018, 08:55:44 pm

What are the "firmly held perceptions"?

Carlos Gomez is a dickhead.

Nate Colbert · « **Reply #113 on:** July 03, 2018, 08:58:05 pm »

X-rays negative--Stassi day to day.

VirtualBob · « **Reply #114 on:** July 03, 2018, 09:00:52 pm »

Quote from: Nate Colbert on July 03, 2018, 08:58:05 pm

X-rays negative--Stassi day to day.

Good news.

Reuben · « **Reply #115 on:** July 03, 2018, 09:11:54 pm »

Quote from: Nate Colbert on July 03, 2018, 08:58:05 pm

X-rays negative--Stassi day to day.

Stubbs hasn’t even been removed from Fresno’s lineup as a precaution.

toddthebod · « **Reply #116 on:** July 03, 2018, 09:14:10 pm »

Am I right that if Gattis is DHing that he can't replace Federowicz if he gets injured. If that is the case, can the Astros go with having Stassi "day to day" or do they need to 10-day DL him and bring up Stubbs? Because I don't think the Astros want to start Gattis at catcher, but they can't DH him if he is the backup catcher.

Is there anyone else on the active roster right now who can catch?

JimR · « **Reply #117 on:** July 03, 2018, 09:17:11 pm »

Quote from: Lefty on July 03, 2018, 08:55:44 pm

What are the "firmly held perceptions"?

about McCann before he got to Houston

VirtualBob · « **Reply #118 on:** July 03, 2018, 09:17:49 pm »

Quote from: toddthebod on July 03, 2018, 09:14:10 pm

Am I right that if Gattis is DHing that he can't replace Federowicz if he gets injured. If that is the case, can the Astros go with having Stassi "day to day" or do they need to 10-day DL him and bring up Stubbs? Because I don't think the Astros want to start Gattis at catcher, but they can't DH him if he is the backup catcher.

Is there anyone else on the active roster right now who can catch?

Gattis can take the field but they then lose the DH. Pitcher would bat in F-wicz spot.

Lefty · « **Reply #119 on:** July 03, 2018, 09:22:02 pm »

Quote from: JimR on July 03, 2018, 09:17:11 pm

about McCann before he got to Houston

Okay then.

Reuben · « **Reply #120 on:** July 03, 2018, 09:50:51 pm »

Quote from: Lefty on July 03, 2018, 09:22:02 pm

Okay then.

There was a perception that McCann was an uptight, self-righteous prick who flew off the handle at a number of opposing players for showing up his pitcher or whatever. There were a couple notable incidents with then-Brewer Carlos Gomez, and maybe one with Jose Fernandez? Plus he was a Brave and then a Yankee, so totally normal to assume he’s a dickhead.

Anyway, either the perception was wrong, or he mellowed.

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #121 on:** July 03, 2018, 10:38:22 pm »

Fedorowicz did a nice job behind the plate tonight filling in for Stassi.

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jbm · « **Reply #122 on:** July 03, 2018, 10:41:27 pm »

Dude makes me nervous.

JimR · « **Reply #123 on:** July 03, 2018, 11:23:04 pm »

Quote from: jbm on July 03, 2018, 10:41:27 pm

Dude makes me nervous.

I’m fine with him. He is a veteran big leaguer.

Lefty · « **Reply #124 on:** July 03, 2018, 11:53:58 pm »

Quote from: Reuben on July 03, 2018, 09:50:51 pm

There was a perception that McCann was an uptight, self-righteous prick who flew off the handle at a number of opposing players for showing up his pitcher or whatever. There were a couple notable incidents with then-Brewer Carlos Gomez, and maybe one with Jose Fernandez? Plus he was a Brave and then a Yankee, so totally normal to assume he’s a dickhead.

Anyway, either the perception was wrong, or he mellowed.

I just remember the one(s) with Gomez, and I'd just about never begrudge someone for getting in that guy's face.

Reuben · « **Reply #125 on:** July 04, 2018, 10:04:18 am »

Quote from: Lefty on July 03, 2018, 11:53:58 pm

I just remember the one(s) with Gomez, and I'd just about never begrudge someone for getting in that guy's face.

I actually still don’t have a real problem with Gomez’ antics and attitude. I think he loves playing baseball and likes to have fun doing it. But I do think he’s an idiot in terms of baseball IQ and approach.

JimR · « **Reply #126 on:** July 04, 2018, 10:40:19 am »

Quote from: Reuben on July 04, 2018, 10:04:18 am

I actually still don’t have a real problem with Gomez’ antics and attitude. I think he loves playing baseball and likes to have fun doing it. But I do think he’s an idiot in terms of baseball IQ and approach.

I have a major problem with showboating. I rooted for him to STFU and play well when he was an Astro, but I am glad he is gone.

Col. Sphinx Drummond · « **Reply #127 on:** July 04, 2018, 10:50:45 am »

Quote from: JimR on July 04, 2018, 10:40:19 am

I have a major problem with showboating. I rooted for him to STFU and play well when he was an Astro, but I am glad he is gone.

I never liked Gomez before he became an Astro and I liked McCann since that time he got in Gomez's face for dicking it around the bases that one time. I don't like showboating either. However still, when Gomez was an Astro, I guess I got to know him a little better due to the increased exposure and better understood, at least, his perspective on the behavior, Of course I rooted for him to do well while he was here.

juliogotay · « **Reply #128 on:** July 04, 2018, 11:43:50 am »

I will never forget McHugh's "WTF" reaction on that fly ball to CF that Gomez misread by 30 yards or lost in the light or whatever.

Reuben · « **Reply #129 on:** July 04, 2018, 12:10:20 pm »

Quote from: juliogotay on July 04, 2018, 11:43:50 am

I will never forget McHugh's "WTF" reaction on that fly ball to CF that Gomez misread by 30 yards or lost in the light or whatever.

“What the fuck is he doing?” is the wording I remember.

JJxvi · « **Reply #130 on:** July 05, 2018, 08:21:22 am »

https://media.tenor.co/images/dbb3e5ca8f10fd037fbc6b230e552234/tenor.gif

Bench · « **Reply #131 on:** July 05, 2018, 10:43:54 am »

Quote from: JJxvi on July 05, 2018, 08:21:22 am

https://media.tenor.co/images/dbb3e5ca8f10fd037fbc6b230e552234/tenor.gif

That gif is basically Gomez's personal HOF plaque, which would also be equipped with a helmet that falls off whenever anyone tries to read it.

Ty in Tampa · « **Reply #132 on:** July 05, 2018, 11:44:06 am »

Quote from: Bench on July 05, 2018, 10:43:54 am

That gif is basically Gomez's personal HOF plaque, which would also be equipped with a helmet that falls off whenever anyone tries to read it.

...and this video on a loop.

chuck · « **Reply #133 on:** July 05, 2018, 01:14:25 pm »

Quote from: Ty in Tampa on July 05, 2018, 11:44:06 am

...and this video on a loop.

"Can't believe he made contact that many times in a row."

Texifornia · « **Reply #134 on:** July 05, 2018, 03:01:48 pm »

Quote from: JJxvi on July 05, 2018, 08:21:22 am

https://media.tenor.co/images/dbb3e5ca8f10fd037fbc6b230e552234/tenor.gif

What I like is Colin doesn't seem angry, he seems genuinely perplexed. As if he were watching someone shovel sand with a pitchfork.

austro · « **Reply #135 on:** July 05, 2018, 07:24:42 pm »

Quote from: Ty in Tampa on July 05, 2018, 11:44:06 am

...and this video on a loop.

I'm waiting to hear that he has a broken hand from the subsequent punchout of the water cooler.

Aussie Astro · « **Reply #136 on:** July 06, 2018, 12:08:35 am »

Quote from: chuck on July 05, 2018, 01:14:25 pm

"Can't believe he made contact that many times in a row."

Keep reading...

" He just matched his hit total during his time with the Astros..."

Ty in Tampa · « **Reply #137 on:** July 09, 2018, 05:42:21 pm »

Correa won't return before the weekend.

ETA: Wrong story link.

JimR · « **Reply #138 on:** July 09, 2018, 07:38:15 pm »

Quote from: Ty in Tampa on July 09, 2018, 05:42:21 pm

Correa won't return before the weekend.

ETA: Wrong story link.

This is beginning to sound serious.

Jacksonian · « **Reply #139 on:** July 09, 2018, 07:48:07 pm »

Quote from: JimR on July 09, 2018, 07:38:15 pm

This is beginning to sound serious.

He took some simple grounders during pre-game today.

Lefty · « **Reply #140 on:** July 09, 2018, 11:44:26 pm »

I believe their perfect plan is rehab assignment over the ASB and his being back afterwards.

Jacksonian · « **Reply #141 on:** July 11, 2018, 06:07:30 pm »

Quote from: Lefty on July 09, 2018, 11:44:26 pm

I believe their perfect plan is rehab assignment over the ASB and his being back afterwards.

He’ll swing a bat today and then a rehab assignment soon if all goes well.

jbm · « **Reply #142 on:** July 19, 2018, 09:34:38 am »

So, any news on Correa? I was anticipating a rehab assignment that would have him ready for tomorrow's game. Hasn't happened, as far as I know.

Is this something to worry about?

Lefty · « **Reply #143 on:** July 20, 2018, 07:31:09 pm »

Quote from: Jacksonian on July 11, 2018, 06:07:30 pm

He’ll swing a bat today and then a rehab assignment soon if all goes well.

McTaggart tweet: So, Hinch said Carlos Correa is working out back in Houston and isn't doing any baseball drills. He won't return any time soon it appears. More to come.

hostros7 · « **Reply #144 on:** July 20, 2018, 07:53:05 pm »

Ugh.

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astrojo · « **Reply #145 on:** July 20, 2018, 08:10:57 pm »

Quote from: Lefty on July 20, 2018, 07:31:09 pm

McTaggart tweet: So, Hinch said Carlos Correa is working out back in Houston and isn't doing any baseball drills. He won't return any time soon it appears. More to come.

I keep telling myself that if they were really concerned about Correa, they might have gone hard for the Manny Machado rental sweepstakes. Regardless of cost or dealing with O’s.

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #146 on:** July 20, 2018, 08:42:29 pm »

Quote from: astrojo on July 20, 2018, 08:10:57 pm

I keep telling myself that if they were really concerned about Correa, they might have gone hard for the Manny Machado rental sweepstakes. Regardless of cost or dealing with O’s.

I don’t think we would have ever given up something similar to what the Dodgers gave up for a rental, even if that rental was Machado.

Now, if Correa’s injury will be a nagging one it could push the bullpen issue to second on the list. Getting a bat could become top priority. Abreu at first base with Gurriel moving to third and Bregman to short could be a possibility. Or an outfield bat in left if Tucker can produce pop over the next week could be a possibility. Adam Jones or Starling Marte could be targets with Gonzalez then taking most of the load at short while Yuli and Bregman stay put.

It is going to be an interesting week....

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austro · « **Reply #147 on:** July 20, 2018, 08:45:46 pm »

Quote from: TerryPuhl21 on July 20, 2018, 08:42:29 pm

I don’t think we would have ever given up something similar to what the Dodgers gave up for a rental, even if that rental was Machado.

Now, if Correa’s injury will be a nagging one it could push the bullpen issue to second on the list. Getting a bat could become top priority. Abreu at first base with Gurriel moving to third and Bregman to short could be a possibility. Or an outfield bat in left if Tucker can produce pop over the next week could be a possibility. Adam Jones or Starling Marte could be targets with Gonzalez then taking most of the load at short while Yuli and Bregman stay put.

I think Adam Jones's best days are far behind him, and I would be disappointed if the Astros gave up anybody of consequence to acquire him. I suppose there's a chance that he would be rejuvenated by going to a contending team, but that seems like a risky bet.

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #148 on:** July 20, 2018, 08:50:45 pm »

Quote from: austro on July 20, 2018, 08:45:46 pm

I think Adam Jones's best days are far behind him, and I would be disappointed if the Astros gave up anybody of consequence to acquire him. I suppose there's a chance that he would be rejuvenated by going to a contending team, but that seems like a risky bet.

I tend to agree. I fine with Kemp out there but if they want more power from that position they will have to look somewhere. I too believe Jones best days are behind him but you may could get him for very little especially if you are willing to pay the rest of his salary for the season which would be significant. He could come in a package deal with Britton?

? The plus with Jones is not only his power potential but they say he is great in the locker room. Not that we are lacking there but still, more veteran leadership can only be a plus.

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JimR · « **Reply #149 on:** July 21, 2018, 08:38:05 am »

Quote from: TerryPuhl21 on July 20, 2018, 08:50:45 pm

I tend to agree. I fine with Kemp out there but if they want more power from that position they will have to look somewhere. I too believe Jones best days are behind him but you may could get him for very little especially if you are willing to pay the rest of his salary for the season which would be significant. He could come in a package deal with Britton?? The plus with Jones is not only his power potential but they say he is great in the locker room. Not that we are lacking there but still, more veteran leadership can only be a plus.

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You are obsessed with Adam Jones.

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #150 on:** July 21, 2018, 10:36:26 am »

Quote from: JimR on July 21, 2018, 08:38:05 am

You are obsessed with Adam Jones.

Nah, not really. Like I said, I think his best days are probably behind him. I just mention him because he’s probably available. If we were to grab an outfielder I’d rather have Marte or Rosario. Not sure either are available though and I’m not sure we need a bat anyway.....unless Correa’s problems look like they will linger.

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TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #151 on:** July 21, 2018, 10:37:24 am »

Has anyone heard an update/prognosis on McCann in the last couple of days?

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JimR · « **Reply #152 on:** July 21, 2018, 11:11:18 am »

We need a bat.

austro · « **Reply #153 on:** July 21, 2018, 11:13:35 am »

Quote from: JimR on July 21, 2018, 11:11:18 am

We need a bat.

We seem to be getting Springer back. That should help a bit.

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #154 on:** July 21, 2018, 11:22:32 am »

Quote from: JimR on July 21, 2018, 11:11:18 am

We need a bat.

Just curious because I value your opinion. Do you see a bat as a bigger need now than a backend bullpen arm???

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JimR · « **Reply #155 on:** July 21, 2018, 11:32:50 am »

Quote from: TerryPuhl21 on July 21, 2018, 10:36:26 am

Nah, not really. Like I said, I think his best days are probably behind him. I just mention him because he’s probably available. If we were to grab an outfielder I’d rather have Marte or Rosario. Not sure either are available though and I’m not sure we need a bat anyway.....unless Correa’s problems look like they will linger.

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I hate to tell you this, but his issue has already lingered. I had two disc surgeries and am afraid he is headed in that direction.

The Spleen · « **Reply #156 on:** July 21, 2018, 11:34:29 am »

Quote from: JimR on July 21, 2018, 11:32:50 am

I hate to tell you this, but his issue has already lingered. I had two disc surgeries and am afraid he is headed in that direction.

To quote the great Bill James, "Back injuries are inherently serious."

JimR · « **Reply #157 on:** July 21, 2018, 11:48:42 am »

Quote from: The Spleen on July 21, 2018, 11:34:29 am

To quote the great Bill James, "Back injuries are inherently serious."

Yep.

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #158 on:** July 21, 2018, 11:56:09 am »

Quote from: JimR on July 21, 2018, 11:32:50 am

I hate to tell you this, but his issue has already lingered. I had two disc surgeries and am afraid he is headed in that direction.

Me too. L4 and L5 for me, but only 1 surgery so far.

Not that we are at that point yet but if his back is as bad as mine, shortstop won’t be in his long term future.

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JimR · « **Reply #159 on:** July 21, 2018, 11:58:43 am »

Quote from: TerryPuhl21 on July 21, 2018, 11:56:09 am

Me too. L4 and L5 for me, but only 1 surgery so far.

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L5, then L3 and L4.

Need bat first. Correa’s back is no doubt the reason for Abreu. Britton would be nice.

Lefty · « **Reply #160 on:** July 21, 2018, 02:39:08 pm »

Quote from: JimR on July 21, 2018, 11:32:50 am

I hate to tell you this, but his issue has already lingered. I had two disc surgeries and am afraid he is headed in that direction.

Not that it's any of my business, but what age were you? Mine was at 32, and I was 100% over it 4 years later, and no problems since. I am of course not Carlos Correa.

juliogotay · « **Reply #161 on:** July 21, 2018, 02:49:45 pm »

Quote from: Lefty on July 21, 2018, 02:39:08 pm

Not that it's any of my business, but what age were you? Mine was at 32, and I was 100% over it 4 years later, and no problems since. I am of course not Carlos Correa.

Yes, but didn't they use to call you "Righty"?

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #162 on:** July 21, 2018, 06:17:53 pm »

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Lefty · « **Reply #163 on:** July 21, 2018, 06:25:29 pm »

Quote from: juliogotay on July 21, 2018, 02:49:45 pm

Yes, but didn't they use to call you "Righty"?

No.

JimR · « **Reply #164 on:** July 22, 2018, 05:08:14 pm »

Quote from: Lefty on July 21, 2018, 02:39:08 pm

Not that it's any of my business, but what age were you? Mine was at 32, and I was 100% over it 4 years later, and no problems since. I am of course not Carlos Correa.

Easy rehab, but he’d miss most of the season.

Astros Fan in Big D · « **Reply #165 on:** July 26, 2018, 11:12:13 pm »

Judge out 3 weeks with broken wrist after hbp. Checked swing, opened up, ball came in on his right wrist.

doyce7 · « **Reply #166 on:** July 27, 2018, 12:52:00 am »

Quote from: Astros Fan in Big D on July 26, 2018, 11:12:13 pm

Judge out 3 weeks with broken wrist after hbp. Checked swing, opened up, ball came in on his right wrist.

Only 3 weeks? That seems pretty optimistic

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JimR · « **Reply #167 on:** July 27, 2018, 06:52:50 am »

Quote from: doyce7 on July 27, 2018, 12:52:00 am

Only 3 weeks? That seems pretty optimistic

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Yankees heal more quickly than mere mortals do.

Col. Sphinx Drummond · « **Reply #168 on:** July 27, 2018, 07:37:43 am »

Quote from: doyce7 on July 27, 2018, 12:52:00 am

Only 3 weeks? That seems pretty optimistic

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A chip fracture, not broken clean through.

Fredia · « **Reply #169 on:** July 27, 2018, 08:53:30 am »

I am surprised the whole league havent come down with major fines and suspensions for not protecting a Yankee especially Judge. sarcasm aside just shows to go anyone anytime can get hurt

Ty in Tampa · « **Reply #170 on:** July 27, 2018, 08:59:28 am »

The announced time frame is 3 weeks before game-situation bat swinging. I think that makes it "at least 3 weeks."

Astros Fan in Big D · « **Reply #171 on:** July 28, 2018, 05:28:39 pm »

AJ pleased by Correa's showing today. Said do it again tmw, then establish a timeline.

https://twitter.com/brianmctaggart/status/1023303478045753350?s=19

Nate Colbert · « **Reply #172 on:** July 28, 2018, 09:14:58 pm »

Altuve DL'd. Looks like Tyler White being recalled.

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #173 on:** July 28, 2018, 09:15:09 pm »

FYI, Altuve was just placed on the DL.

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BudGirl · « **Reply #174 on:** July 28, 2018, 09:16:24 pm »

Fudge

hostros7 · « **Reply #175 on:** July 28, 2018, 09:20:01 pm »

Furk.

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JimR · « **Reply #176 on:** July 28, 2018, 09:23:50 pm »

Quote from: Nate Colbert on July 28, 2018, 09:14:58 pm

Altuve DL'd. Looks like Tyler White being recalled.

This is not a solution. Will Luhnow find a bat?

DVauthrin · « **Reply #177 on:** July 28, 2018, 09:29:11 pm »

Quote from: JimR on July 28, 2018, 09:23:50 pm

This is not a solution. Will Luhnow find a bat?

I sure hope he does. This lineup needs a shot in the arm.

hostros7 · « **Reply #178 on:** August 01, 2018, 08:10:10 am »

Per Julia:

Springer is day-to-day with left shoulder soreness. Received treatment during the game.

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Knoxbanedoodle · « **Reply #179 on:** August 01, 2018, 08:48:02 am »

Quote from: hostros7 on August 01, 2018, 08:10:10 am

Per Julia:

Springer is day-to-day with left shoulder soreness. Received treatment during the game.

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Alex Bregman vs. The A.L.

moriartp · « **Reply #180 on:** August 01, 2018, 08:58:27 am »

Quote from: Knoxbanedoodle on August 01, 2018, 08:48:02 am

Alex Bregman vs. The A.L.

There are times I'd bet on Bregman.

Fredia · « **Reply #181 on:** August 01, 2018, 09:04:36 am »

quick throw salt over your shoulder or eat some kfc

Nate Colbert · « **Reply #182 on:** August 01, 2018, 10:11:35 am »

Marisnick being recalled from the Grizzlies says twitter.

jbm · « **Reply #183 on:** August 01, 2018, 10:21:34 am »

This presumably means Springer to DL? So, it's not just a day to day thing?

Anyway, I'm glad we can call up Jake. His defense will help and who the fuck knows, he might get a timely hit here or there.

Jacksonian · « **Reply #184 on:** August 01, 2018, 10:28:33 am »

Quote from: jbm on August 01, 2018, 10:21:34 am

This presumably means Springer to DL? So, it's not just a day to day thing?

Anyway, I'm glad we can call up Jake. His defense will help and who the fuck knows, he might get a timely hit here or there.

Watching the video it looked like he jammed his shoulder pretty badly. I hope he didn't tear anything in there.

jbm · « **Reply #185 on:** August 01, 2018, 10:37:20 am »

Well, in his interview last night, there was some hope that it was a day to day thing. I guess not. Must of not been promising when he woke up.

JimR · « **Reply #186 on:** August 01, 2018, 10:43:08 am »

Quote from: Jacksonian on August 01, 2018, 10:28:33 am

Watching the video it looked like he jammed his shoulder pretty badly. I hope he didn't tear anything in there.

I’d worry about the collar bone.

hostros7 · « **Reply #187 on:** August 01, 2018, 10:49:27 am »

Quote from: JimR on August 01, 2018, 10:43:08 am

I’d worry about the collar bone.

I’m hopeful that they presumption that they could “treat it” during the game yesterday indicates that it’s not a collar bone fracture, but I’ll continue to prepare for the worst during these injury-plagued times.

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JimR · « **Reply #188 on:** August 01, 2018, 10:52:29 am »

Quote from: hostros7 on August 01, 2018, 10:49:27 am

I’m hopeful that they presumption that they could “treat it” during the game yesterday indicates that it’s not a collar bone fracture, but I’ll continue to prepare for the worst during these injury-plagued times.

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Probably right. Correa, Altuve, Springer, and McCann all on the DL at one time? Wow.

hostros7 · « **Reply #189 on:** August 01, 2018, 11:10:52 am »

The lineup could construction will be interesting today, especially facing a lefty. I would have expected Kemp-Reddick-Bregman against a righty. Jake will likely get a start if travel allows.

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toddthebod · « **Reply #190 on:** August 01, 2018, 11:20:09 am »

AJ Hinch on MLB Sirius Radio Channel saying that when he got back to his office last night, Springer was there, shirtless, doing jumping jacks showing him that he had total range of motion. Springer wants to play today but Hinch giving him the day off. It sounded like he isn't going on the DL.

Astros Fan in Big D · « **Reply #191 on:** August 01, 2018, 11:23:05 am »

Quote from: toddthebod on August 01, 2018, 11:20:09 am

AJ Hinch on MLB Sirius Radio Channel saying that when he got back to his office last night, Springer was there, shirtless, doing jumping jacks showing him that he had total range of motion. Springer wants to play today but Hinch giving him the day off. It sounded like he isn't going on the DL.

Ha. Love the jumping jacks story.

Maybe he'll be available to pinch hit.

astrojo · « **Reply #192 on:** August 01, 2018, 11:23:10 am »

Quote from: toddthebod on August 01, 2018, 11:20:09 am

AJ Hinch on MLB Sirius Radio Channel saying that when he got back to his office last night, Springer was there, shirtless, doing jumping jacks

NTTAWWT

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #193 on:** August 01, 2018, 11:26:50 am »

Quote from: toddthebod on August 01, 2018, 11:20:09 am

AJ Hinch on MLB Sirius Radio Channel saying that when he got back to his office last night, Springer was there, shirtless, doing jumping jacks showing him that he had total range of motion. Springer wants to play today but Hinch giving him the day off. It sounded like he isn't going on the DL.

I was listening too when AJ said that. He certainly made it seem like it wasn’t serious and that this is probably just a single day off for George so the Marisnick call up is puzzling. AJ is usually pretty forthcoming on his weekly radio spot. If George was going on the DL for a 10 day respite, I think he probably would have said so, though he certainly doesn’t have too. Reckon someone is being sent down??

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Nate Colbert · « **Reply #194 on:** August 01, 2018, 11:30:58 am »

Quote from: TerryPuhl21 on August 01, 2018, 11:26:50 am

I was listening too when AJ said that. He certainly made it seem like it wasn’t serious and that this is probably just a single day off for George so the Marisnick call up is puzzling. AJ is usually pretty forthcoming on his weekly radio spot. If George was going on the DL for a 10 day respite, I think he probably would have said so. Reckon someone is being sent down??

Tucker?

juliogotay · « **Reply #195 on:** August 01, 2018, 11:35:59 am »

Quote from: TerryPuhl21 on August 01, 2018, 11:26:50 am

I was listening too when AJ said that. He certainly made it seem like it wasn’t serious and that this is probably just a single day off for George so the Marisnick call up is puzzling. AJ is usually pretty forthcoming on his weekly radio spot. If George was going on the DL for a 10 day respite, I think he probably would have said so, though he certainly doesn’t have too. Reckon someone is being sent down??

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On his Sunday pre-game radio interview Luhnow mentioned Marisnick may be back soon as the upcoming road trip takes them to Dodger Stadium and S.F., fields with big CFs to cover.

TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #196 on:** August 01, 2018, 11:36:39 am »

Quote from: Nate Colbert on August 01, 2018, 11:30:58 am

Tucker?

I guess anything is possible including George going on the DL. That just isn’t the impression AJ gave when they specifically asked how Springer was doing. I would not send Tucker down but that’s just me. With all of these injuries I’d let the kid play. There is still plenty of time in August to make a waiver trade or call Jake up if Tucker clearly can’t handle it over the next 2-3 weeks.

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TerryPuhl21 · « **Reply #197 on:** August 01, 2018, 11:37:52 am »

Quote from: juliogotay on August 01, 2018, 11:35:59 am

On his Sunday pre-game radio interview Luhnow mentioned Marisnick may be back soon as the upcoming road trip takes them to Dodger Stadium and S.F., fields with big CFs to cover.

I guess that does make some sense.

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Nate Colbert · « **Reply #198 on:** August 01, 2018, 11:46:26 am »

Quote from: Nate Colbert on August 01, 2018, 11:30:58 am

Tucker?

Yes, Tucker.

jbm · « **Reply #199 on:** August 01, 2018, 11:46:38 am »

Quote from: Nate Colbert on August 01, 2018, 11:30:58 am

Tucker?

How about Davis? I hope so at least