Hardcore troubadour 12,653 Posted June 24, 2023 9 hours ago, bostonlager said: I like you, Posty but 12 wins in a row for the Cincinnati Reds and the first cycle since the original 44, Eric Davis in 1989. Hank Aaron wore 44. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
posty 2,296 Posted June 24, 2023 15 hours ago, bostonlager said: I like you, Posty but 12 wins in a row for the Cincinnati Reds and the first cycle since the original 44, Eric Davis in 1989. Ha, well like I said, the Reds need to show that they are ready for prime time... Sure looked like a team to cause issues if they make the playoffs... They are clicking for sure right now... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bostonlager 2,465 Posted June 24, 2023 What’s up with these oven mitts when a guy gets on base? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TommyGavin 788 Posted June 24, 2023 47 minutes ago, bostonlager said: What’s up with these oven mitts when a guy gets on base? Not new Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
posty 2,296 Posted June 26, 2023 On 6/24/2023 at 4:16 PM, bostonlager said: What’s up with these oven mitts when a guy gets on base? They are called sliding mitts... http://dearsportsfan.com/2018/10/16/why-do-base-runners-in-baseball-wear-an-oven-mitt/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
josh wiley 27 Posted June 29, 2023 Acuna like Eric Davis ‘86-87 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bostonlager 2,465 Posted July 8, 2023 Elly just stole 2nd, 3rd, then home. I don’t think Rickey’s record will ever be broken, but nice to see this type of baseball again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gepetto 988 Posted July 8, 2023 Bobby Witt Jr just went deep for a Home Run - he has a single, triple and home run so far, in the 7th inning. Royals have the longest drought in the majors of not having a player hit for the cycle. Although I think hitting for the cycle is completely overrated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bostonlager 2,465 Posted July 8, 2023 3 minutes ago, Gepetto said: Bobby Witt Jr just went deep for a Home Run - he has a single, triple and home run so far, in the 7th inning. Royals have the longest drought in the majors of not having a player hit for the cycle. Although I think hitting for the cycle is completely overrated. I’m the same. I’d rather see a pitcher take a no-no into the late innings than hope a guy gets a double in his last AB Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edjr 5,567 Posted July 9, 2023 14 hours ago, Gepetto said: Bobby Witt Jr just went deep for a Home Run - he has a single, triple and home run so far, in the 7th inning. Royals have the longest drought in the majors of not having a player hit for the cycle. Although I think hitting for the cycle is completely overrated. If a Red Sox player hits for the Cycle. Anyone bought that furniture from Jordan's Furniture get its free. They had the same promotion in 2007, if the Red Sox swept the World Series. Insurance company got crushed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
posty 2,296 Posted July 17, 2023 I know that there are 65-70 games left in the regular season, and anything can happen during the last two-and-a-half months, but you have to love to see the Mets at 43-50 and 18.5 games out of division lead (and 8.5 in the wild card)... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike Honcho 4,035 Posted July 17, 2023 8 minutes ago, posty said: I know that there are 65-70 games left in the regular season, and anything can happen during the last two-and-a-half months, but you have to love to see the Mets at 43-50 and 18.5 games out of division lead (and 8.5 in the wild card)... On a dollar for dollar basis-Bonilla is one of the most effective players they have! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
posty 2,296 Posted July 17, 2023 11 minutes ago, Mike Honcho said: On a dollar for dollar basis-Bonilla is one of the most effective players they have! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmh6476 755 Posted July 29, 2023 13 minutes ago a friend who works for espn posted "Big baseball trade coming? Stay tuned..." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore troubadour 12,653 Posted July 29, 2023 4 minutes ago, cmh6476 said: 13 minutes ago a friend who works for espn posted "Big baseball trade coming? Stay tuned..." My guess it’s Verlander or Scherzer 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmh6476 755 Posted July 29, 2023 Mets and Rangers have a deal for Max Scherzer, IF Scherzer waived his no-trade clause. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gepetto 988 Posted July 29, 2023 Mets, Rangers agree to Max Scherzer trade—pending Scherzer’s approval (msn.com) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike Honcho 4,035 Posted July 31, 2023 Quote A Verlander trade would pose the same logistical challenges as the one for Scherzer. In order to receive worthwhile prospects back, the Mets would have to cover a significant portion of the salary remaining on Verlander’s deal. Like Scherzer, he is set to make $43.3 million next season. Unlike Scherzer, Verlander has a conditional player option for $35 million in 2025 that vests if he throws 140 innings next season. That means he could have as much as $93 million left on his deal. The Mets covered more than 60 percent of the money remaining on Scherzer’s deal to land one consensus top-100 prospect in Luisangel Acuña. The Mets are paying more for Scherzer next year than the Rangers. Some smooth negotiators on that club. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
posty 2,296 Posted July 31, 2023 11 minutes ago, Mike Honcho said: The Mets are paying more for Scherzer next year than the Rangers. Some smooth negotiators on that club. Doesn't surprise me... The Mets wanted to get something for Scherzer since he probably was going to opt out of his contract... So the Mets needed something in return and offered to pay all of his salary... Verlander will be the same way... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike Honcho 4,035 Posted August 1, 2023 On 7/31/2023 at 1:58 PM, posty said: Doesn't surprise me... The Mets wanted to get something for Scherzer since he probably was going to opt out of his contract... So the Mets needed something in return and offered to pay all of his salary... Verlander will be the same way... Sources: Houston Astros acquiring Justin Verlander from Mets And he's gone...I can't imagine how much stuff a person could buy just from the money the Mets are going to give to other teams to pay their starters. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
posty 2,296 Posted August 1, 2023 1 minute ago, Mike Honcho said: Sources: Houston Astros acquiring Justin Verlander from Mets And he's gone...I can't imagine how much stuff a person could buy just from the money the Mets are going to give to other teams to pay their starters. Yep, just wondering how much cash will be sent to the Astros... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JustinCharge 2,397 Posted August 1, 2023 So basically the Mets are paying up to $93mm for the top prospect in the Astros farm system and throwing in Verlander for free. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike Honcho 4,035 Posted August 1, 2023 2 minutes ago, JustinCharge said: So basically the Mets are paying up to $93mm for the top prospect in the Astros farm system and throwing in Verlander for free. Marisa Tomei playing all Mets fans, Joe Pesci is Billy Eppler. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TommyGavin 788 Posted August 1, 2023 Mad Max is first player in sports to be paid by 3 teams at the same time. Nationals 15 million Mets 28 million Rangers 15 million Crazy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
posty 2,296 Posted August 1, 2023 50 minutes ago, TommyGavin said: Mad Max is first player in sports to be paid by 3 teams at the same time. Nationals 15 million Mets 28 million Rangers 15 million Crazy Link that he is the only one? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TommyGavin 788 Posted August 1, 2023 31 minutes ago, posty said: Link that he is the only one? Nope. Heard it on sports radio. Be my guest if you want to fact check it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bostonlager 2,465 Posted August 1, 2023 Cincinnati Reds Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
posty 2,296 Posted August 1, 2023 42 minutes ago, TommyGavin said: Nope. Heard it on sports radio. Be my guest if you want to fact check it. What station? Maybe they have a link there... I just want to read the article... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TommyGavin 788 Posted August 2, 2023 Watching Mets Royals and I do not know one Royals batter in starting lineup. That and I can’t believe Zack is 1-11. What happened? He sucks ? No run support ? Wow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TommyGavin 788 Posted August 2, 2023 3 hours ago, posty said: Link that he is the only one? I googled it and you can too. Turns out from what I see only pro athlete to receive 15 million from 3 separate teams in one year. Links go back to someone on Twitter and I don’t know how to link that. Your welcome. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmh6476 755 Posted August 2, 2023 15 minutes ago, TommyGavin said: Watching Mets Royals and I do not know one Royals batter in starting lineup. That and I can’t believe Zack is 1-11. What happened? He sucks ? No run support ? Wow. Salvy? Bobby witt? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TommyGavin 788 Posted August 2, 2023 14 minutes ago, cmh6476 said: Salvy? Bobby witt? Nope. They mentioned Witt JR is the teams future. But never heard of him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore troubadour 12,653 Posted August 2, 2023 Just now, TommyGavin said: Nope. They mentioned Witt JR is the teams future. But never heard of him. He’s been underwhelming in his two years. Lots of hype, has yet to emerge to the superstar that was claimed he was. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmh6476 755 Posted August 2, 2023 8 minutes ago, Hardcore troubadour said: He’s been underwhelming in his two years. Lots of hype, has yet to emerge to the superstar that was claimed he was. He just turned 23, and only spent 161 games in the minors and was setback initially with covid. He's on a Royals record setting pace with home runs and stolen bases and playing a premiere defensive position very well. I'd say he is working out just fine at this point. It's the rest of the team that's azz. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hardcore troubadour 12,653 Posted August 2, 2023 22 minutes ago, cmh6476 said: He just turned 23, and only spent 161 games in the minors and was setback initially with covid. He's on a Royals record setting pace with home runs and stolen bases and playing a premiere defensive position very well. I'd say he is working out just fine at this point. It's the rest of the team that's azz. Underwhelming. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gepetto 988 Posted August 2, 2023 Wrong. Bobby Witt Jr. is in the top 10 in fWAR for AL position players. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gepetto 988 Posted August 2, 2023 Including both leagues and pitchers, B Witt Jr is 30th in WAR in 2023 https://www.fangraphs.com/leaders/war?teamid=&lg= Bobby Witt Jr has a 3.3 total WAR this year so far. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
