Wild card wild thread - Page 11

premium1981 · 10-09-2022, 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by boxbuster7

I say pujols plays next year

That would be such a shame. This was a magical year. If he comes back he will absolutely ruin it. He had a half season spark of life and magic that was incredible. He gets to go into the HOF with his BFF Molina. He had his farewells everywhere he went. He hit a HR in his first at bat in St Louis, and in his last at bat in St Louis (regular season). A hit in his last postseason at bat. The dude had a legit perfect ending. I absolutely LOVE Albert Pujols, but if he comes back it will be an absolute shame.

Rabs · 10-09-2022, 07:24 AM

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Originally Posted by premium1981

That would be such a shame. This was a magical year. If he comes back he will absolutely ruin it. He had a half season spark of life and magic that was incredible. He gets to go into the HOF with his BFF Molina. He had his farewells everywhere he went. He hit a HR in his first at bat in St Louis, and in his last at bat in St Louis (regular season). A hit in his last postseason at bat. The dude had a legit perfect ending. I absolutely LOVE Albert Pujols, but if he comes back it will be an absolute shame.

Agree. No way he duplicates this if he returns.

coachnip13 · 10-09-2022, 07:38 AM

Yesterday was a good case study in the "best approach to scoring" debate that we have had in other threads. johnlocke and the analytics guys think the best way to score is to try to hit home runs, and that strikeouts are okay. But look at what we saw yesterday.

The Rays and Indians struck out 3,500 times and only scored four runs in the entire series. Why? Because every dude on both teams is trying to hit it 500 feet. The result was virtually no scoring.

Then we had the Mariners score 10 runs in game two despite hitting just one home run. The Mets scored 7 runs and only hit two solo home runs.

Contact > trying to hit home runs.

brewtown107 · 10-09-2022, 07:49 AM

The above is a case study in not credible arguments being made from microscopic sample sizes and misinterpreting data.

And I say that despite generally being on team contact rather than team 3TO.

coachnip13 · 10-09-2022, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by brewtown107

The above is a case study in not credible arguments being made from microscopic sample sizes and misinterpreting data.

And I say that despite generally being on team contact rather than team 3TO.

Except that I watched the Rays struggle to score runs all year with the same approach. Taylor Walls is a .176 hitter? See how far you can hit it!

But the evidence you provided was overwhelming.

NYRE2PECT · 10-09-2022, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by premium1981

That would be such a shame. This was a magical year. If he comes back he will absolutely ruin it. He had a half season spark of life and magic that was incredible. He gets to go into the HOF with his BFF Molina. He had his farewells everywhere he went. He hit a HR in his first at bat in St Louis, and in his last at bat in St Louis (regular season). A hit in his last postseason at bat. The dude had a legit perfect ending. I absolutely LOVE Albert Pujols, but if he comes back it will be an absolute shame.

100% this...it adds to the legend!

brewtown107 · 10-09-2022, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by premium1981

That would be such a shame. This was a magical year. If he comes back he will absolutely ruin it. He had a half season spark of life and magic that was incredible. He gets to go into the HOF with his BFF Molina. He had his farewells everywhere he went. He hit a HR in his first at bat in St Louis, and in his last at bat in St Louis (regular season). A hit in his last postseason at bat. The dude had a legit perfect ending. I absolutely LOVE Albert Pujols, but if he comes back it will be an absolute shame.

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Originally Posted by Rabs

Agree. No way he duplicates this if he returns.

Also agree.

This season was an unexpectedly fun last ride for Pujols, and it would be a shame to be greedy and spoil it. Not to mention he and Yadi, along with Cards fans, are set up for another nice moment five years from now when they meet again in Cooperstown. Gonna be a sea of red in that crowd. That is, if the HOF voters don't screw it up by making Yadi wait.

As a Brewers fan, I'm not supposed to favor such things for a division rival team and its fans. But I'm a baseball fan first.

brewtown107 · 10-09-2022, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by coachnip13

Except that I watched the Rays struggle to score runs all year with the same approach. Taylor Walls is a .176 hitter? See how far you can hit it!

But the evidence you provided was overwhelming.

Did you watch Cleveland all year? Definitely not a 3TO team.

johnlocke36 · 10-09-2022, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by coachnip13

Yesterday was a good case study in the "best approach to scoring" debate that we have had in other threads. johnlocke and the analytics guys think the best way to score is to try to hit home runs, and that strikeouts are okay. But look at what we saw yesterday.

The Rays and Indians struck out 3,500 times and only scored four runs in the entire series. Why? Because every dude on both teams is trying to hit it 500 feet. The result was virtually no scoring.

Then we had the Mariners score 10 runs in game two despite hitting just one home run. The Mets scored 7 runs and only hit two solo home runs.

Contact > trying to hit home runs.

Yet another stupid post where you take results and try to use it as proof for whatever narrative you are trying to spin.

How do you know they were trying to HR, Maybee they were trying for contaxt and failed. If you coach in the coach nip school of baseball you say hey when you face mclanahan, glasnow (entire rays pen), Bieber, entrire Indians pen (best in baseball). And I give you the sign to hit a double in the gap then move him over then single to bring him home make sure ti execute

The face that you picked the Indians and rays of all teams to illustrate this point just shows how incredibly stupid your posts are.

“Don’t be like the Indians always swinging for then fences, be more like the blue jays”. Like you can’t be serious with this #@#@#@#@

johnlocke36 · 10-09-2022, 08:22 AM

Guardians have the best contact rate in. Baseball, like last or near dead last In homers and you are using them as a case study to prove your point for going for contact over homers. Lol

You are most results oriented person I’ve ever seen

lambeauleap87 · 10-09-2022, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by coachnip13

Yesterday was a good case study in the "best approach to scoring" debate that we have had in other threads. johnlocke and the analytics guys think the best way to score is to try to hit home runs, and that strikeouts are okay. But look at what we saw yesterday.

The Rays and Indians struck out 3,500 times and only scored four runs in the entire series. Why? Because every dude on both teams is trying to hit it 500 feet. The result was virtually no scoring.

Then we had the Mariners score 10 runs in game two despite hitting just one home run. The Mets scored 7 runs and only hit two solo home runs.

Contact > trying to hit home runs.

This is the exact opposite of the Guardians offensive identity. Sometimes, your offense just stinks (and Cleveland's offense...kinda stinks).

I think a big part of it is both Tampa and Cleveland are built around defense, pitching, and run prevention.

brewtown107 · 10-09-2022, 08:33 AM

You're not incorrect, John, but calm thine tits, lol. Win with class.

base set · 10-09-2022, 11:05 AM

I thought Pujols confirmed retirement again in a fresh interview on the off day before the wild card series, i.e. 3 days ago

CicadaMound · 10-09-2022, 11:16 AM

He confirmed it yesterday too 'Sad to see two legends go:' Legendary careers of Albert Pujols, Yadier Molina end without a ring in St. Louis

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“It’s difficult knowing that I played my last game as a professional,’’ Pujols said. “I’ve been wearing a uniform for 23 years in the big leagues. I’m really proud. I enjoyed every single moment in my career. There’s nothing to regret.’’

awz50 · 10-09-2022, 11:30 AM

0.01% change pujols comes back

Dbacksbaseball · 10-09-2022, 12:01 PM

Pujols and Yadi are done. Arenado might opt out. Cardinals could look a lot different next year.

While I personally love those two as opposing players, I was disappointed in the coverage by espn last night. Phillies are celebrating a playoff win and the whole discussion is about those two retiring. After they have already covered it 40 times in 2 games. Brutal.

sgbernard · 10-09-2022, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by coachnip13

Yesterday was a good case study in the "best approach to scoring" debate that we have had in other threads. johnlocke and the analytics guys think the best way to score is to try to hit home runs, and that strikeouts are okay. But look at what we saw yesterday.

The Rays and Indians struck out 3,500 times and only scored four runs in the entire series. Why? Because every dude on both teams is trying to hit it 500 feet. The result was virtually no scoring.

Then we had the Mariners score 10 runs in game two despite hitting just one home run. The Mets scored 7 runs and only hit two solo home runs.

Contact > trying to hit home runs.

Cleveland had by far the fewest SO of any team in baseball this year, and they’re built as a contact hitting team. This is the weirdest post?

boxbuster7 · 10-09-2022, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by premium1981

That would be such a shame. This was a magical year. If he comes back he will absolutely ruin it. He had a half season spark of life and magic that was incredible. He gets to go into the HOF with his BFF Molina. He had his farewells everywhere he went. He hit a HR in his first at bat in St Louis, and in his last at bat in St Louis (regular season). A hit in his last postseason at bat. The dude had a legit perfect ending. I absolutely LOVE Albert Pujols, but if he comes back it will be an absolute shame.

counterpoint - 12 hr away from #2 all time - and we all know who #1 is

awz50 · 10-09-2022, 05:38 PM

LGM tonight

Giroux · 10-09-2022, 06:31 PM

Bassitt looking a little bit rattled by pitch com

Rabs · 10-09-2022, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Giroux

Bassitt looking a little bit rattled by pitch com

He’s going to have a huge adjustment with the pitch clock. Guy is incredible slow out there.

Giroux · 10-09-2022, 06:39 PM

Nola!!!

Aaron's bro getting it done.

awz50 · 10-09-2022, 06:59 PM

Lol mets

JWBlue · 10-09-2022, 06:59 PM

I hate what the Padres are doing if what the announcers are saying is true about stepping out constantly to disrupt Bassitt's rhythm.

RW3FAN · 10-09-2022, 07:13 PM

Rest In Peace to all Seattle and Houston fans wanting to watch game this week without getting out of work early.
Way to grow the game, MLB

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10-09-2022, 07:38 AM	#253
coachnip13 Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Siesta Key, FL Posts: 9,647	Yesterday was a good case study in the "best approach to scoring" debate that we have had in other threads. johnlocke and the analytics guys think the best way to score is to try to hit home runs, and that strikeouts are okay. But look at what we saw yesterday. The Rays and Indians struck out 3,500 times and only scored four runs in the entire series. Why? Because every dude on both teams is trying to hit it 500 feet. The result was virtually no scoring. Then we had the Mariners score 10 runs in game two despite hitting just one home run. The Mets scored 7 runs and only hit two solo home runs. Contact > trying to hit home runs.

10-09-2022, 07:49 AM	#254
brewtown107 Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Posts: 2,252 brewtown107	The above is a case study in not credible arguments being made from microscopic sample sizes and misinterpreting data. And I say that despite generally being on team contact rather than team 3TO.

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johnlocke36 Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: Southern California Posts: 3,073	Guardians have the best contact rate in. Baseball, like last or near dead last In homers and you are using them as a case study to prove your point for going for contact over homers. Lol You are most results oriented person I’ve ever seen

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brewtown107 Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Posts: 2,252 brewtown107	You're not incorrect, John, but calm thine tits, lol. Win with class.

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base set Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: NW Michigan Posts: 9,672	I thought Pujols confirmed retirement again in a fresh interview on the off day before the wild card series, i.e. 3 days ago

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