All the pressure is on them tonight too imo. I know we gaffed game five in more ways than one, but they have to close us out at home where they have been awful with a pitcher on the mound who has been equally as awful.
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DallasAg 94 said:
The post game team of Jeter, Ortiz, and A-Rod all but said he threw at him intentionally.
When did they say this? Not on the post game show that I saw.
Tksymm7 said:
All the pressure is on them tonight too imo. I know we gaffed game five in more ways than one, but they have to close us out at home where they have been awful with a pitcher on the mound who has been equally as awful.
Not mention Rangers best pitcher is going tonight and Astros know they won't get that version of Scherzer in game 7. Rangers have nothing to lose and can play like it.
Well, not surprising that an Asstros fan wants to defend it.Panama Red said:DallasAg 94 said:
The post game team of Jeter, Ortiz, and A-Rod all but said he threw at him intentionally.
When did they say this? Not on the post game show that I saw.
After Maldonado left, and prior to the clip you provided, Jeter said, "Of course you'd expect Maldonado to say that." And they all agreed.
I looked for the clip and it doesn't seem to have been published by Fox, and the fact knowing the implication they softened their position after the commercial break doesn't change the fact they all 3 agreed in sentiment that it was intentional doesn't change the fact they know it was intentional. They knew if it was determined to be intentional, it would include a suspension.
The only real people that matter are the Umps... and MLB. They are the jury and adjudicator of the offense... and you don't seem to have a rebuttal for them.
Just another reminder of the Cheating Astros:
From last year:
https://www.nbcsportsphiladelphia.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/astros-catcher-accidentally-cheated-in-game-1-report/258690/
From last year:
https://www.nbcsportsphiladelphia.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/astros-catcher-accidentally-cheated-in-game-1-report/258690/
Quote:
"Martin Maldonado is using a different bat today here in Game 2. He found out from MLB today that the bat he used last night was not a legal bat. It was a model he obtained from Albert Pujols,
You were probably distracted with all of your fellow Astros fans coming over here to post that you were too busy celebrating your victory... or listening to the post-game.Panama Red said:
Sorry I asked you to defend a claim you repeatedly made. It was clear to me they don't say what you claimed, so was curious if there was a different video. Let us know when you find it.
I don't think it was intentional, but certainly understand the argument it was and don't think it's clear either way really.
Jeter said it. They agreed with a smirk and all 3 knew it. Ortiz' comments that it woke up the Astros affirms the sentiment. We all know that like a fight in hockey, plunking an opposing batter who just hit a HR that you aren't planning to pitch to, will get your team fired up.
Was Alvarez brushed back? A couple times. That's part of the game. But, like I said, the problem I have is a 99mph 4seamer to the upper body is head hunting and crosses the unspoken line.
Now go back home to your thread.
Love it.
Astros fans: No way it was intentional!!!!!!
All 6 umpires say it's intentional. Commissioner's office weighs evidence, determines it was intentional and suspends Abreu
Astros fans: No way it was intentional!!!!!!
Astros fans: No way it was intentional!!!!!!
All 6 umpires say it's intentional. Commissioner's office weighs evidence, determines it was intentional and suspends Abreu
Astros fans: No way it was intentional!!!!!!
Its time for Semien and Seager to set the tone tonight in the 1st inning
If there was ever a day for it, I sure hope Mr Gigem has a brisket on the smoker!!
beagle2009 said:
If there was ever a day for it, I sure hope Mr Gigem has a brisket on the smoker!!
Mr Gigem said:
Mr Gigem said:
Yessir!!! That's what I'm talking about.
Rally Brisket!
PatAg said:
Its time for Semien and Seager to set the tone tonight in the 1st inning
Semien in the playoffs = Kinsler. That dude used to frustrate the hell out of me in the playoffs. Hoping we get regular season Semien today.
the same kinsler that came through time and time again? get a grip
PatAg said:
the same kinsler that came through time and time again? get a grip
Yep. Now if you want to gripe about Will Clark, be my guest.
PatAg said:
the same kinsler that came through time and time again? get a grip
The same one that seemed to hit pop up after pop up on the first pitch trying to do too much when what we needed was a situational approach. That one. Or do you not remember that guy?
Edit to add don't think I'm trying to say that either one of these guys are crap. My point is they both seemed to start trying to do too much and we're similar type hitters (top of lineup, get on base but also had pop). He just needs to level his bat and hit line drives.
Just went back and add this to story: Carter has 17 PAs against LHP since he came up on Sept. 8. He is 1 for 15 with a pair of walks. Grossman has been a great option against lefties most of year, just hasn't been hot in playoffs https://t.co/8jgn6w6ItQ
— Evan Grant (@Evan_P_Grant) October 22, 2023
Mr Gigem said:
Looks damn good! Didn't have time to do a long smoke today so about to throw some chicken legs on the smoker.
Why are Grossman and Garver so high up in the lineup? I'd much rather see Jung or Heim in the 3-spot.
Not sure why anybody would have an issue with Grossman starting tonight. He faced Framber twice and didn't even come out to LF for the bottom of the 3rd in game 2.
Just think of it as Evan Carter hitting 3 hole for the final 6ish innings.
Semien at lead off. I knew he wasn't going to be moved but still a head scratcher with how he's performed this postseason. I guess we are just crossing our fingers he won't be an automatic out. Even if he gets a hit it's usually with no one on base.
Rangers can 100% win this one a force a game 7. We couldn't ask for a better matchup and place to play the game.
Sometimes moving a guy to lead off spot changes their mindset. He automatically starts taking pitches and working the count.
No matter where they bat, I would have a mandatory take sign for Semien and Seager. Make them see a good pitch before they can swing. Worst case scenario, you are down in count 0-1 and have seen a good pitch.
No matter where they bat, I would have a mandatory take sign for Semien and Seager. Make them see a good pitch before they can swing. Worst case scenario, you are down in count 0-1 and have seen a good pitch.
shack009 said:
Just think of it as Evan Carter hitting 3 hole for the final 6ish innings.
I hope that's the case. Still would like to see someone like Leody in the lead off spot. Semien hasn't been getting it done.
FriscoKid said:
Rangers can 100% win this one a force a game 7. We couldn't ask for a better matchup and place to play the game.
Rangers ARE 100% forcing a game 7 tonight. Gonna jump on fatty framber early, eovaldi will give them 6+ innings, and give scherzer his shot for some redemption tomorrow to send the Rangers to their 3rd world series.
Once (or Twice) more unto the breach dear friends!
Let's go Rangers
We threw the last series against the Ms so we could be the road team in this position.
We got this
We are undefeated on the road, this post-season... and it will remain that way!
DeangeloVickers said:
We threw the last series against the Ms so we could be the road team in this position.
We got this
Lol made a joke about this saying we were playing checkers while the Astros were playing checkers. Hopefully it comes to fruition.
Sorry if I missed this, but Abreu is NOT available tonight, correct?
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