Sunday, October 24, 2010
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Getting Ready for Game 6
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There are only three teams left in the playoffs this year.
Cliff Lee's Rangers beat the Yankees last night and won their first American League pennant. A la Scott Rolen, Alex Rodriquez struck out to end the series against the team that gave him over $200 million dollars many years ago.
For the Phillies and the Giants, the series could end tonight if San Francisco wins.
If the Phillies win, it will be their first game 7 in team history.
Who knows how either team will look, if a fluke play could turn the night, or if an injury might impact the game.
The pressure and anxiety of these games adds so much and only further confirms what a great era of baseball Philadelphia and their fans are living through.
Anything could happen starting at 757pm tonight.
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There are only three teams left in the playoffs this year.
Cliff Lee's Rangers beat the Yankees last night and won their first American League pennant. A la Scott Rolen, Alex Rodriquez struck out to end the series against the team that gave him over $200 million dollars many years ago.
For the Phillies and the Giants, the series could end tonight if San Francisco wins.
If the Phillies win, it will be their first game 7 in team history.
Who knows how either team will look, if a fluke play could turn the night, or if an injury might impact the game.
The pressure and anxiety of these games adds so much and only further confirms what a great era of baseball Philadelphia and their fans are living through.
Anything could happen starting at 757pm tonight.
Friday, October 22, 2010
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Roy Halladay
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Halladay pitched with a minor groin pull that happened in the first inning.
He earns $20 million a season. But, that did not cause him to pitch through pain.
He gutted it out because that is what winners do.
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Halladay pitched with a minor groin pull that happened in the first inning.
He earns $20 million a season. But, that did not cause him to pitch through pain.
He gutted it out because that is what winners do.
Game 6
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We played clutch tonight and so we won.
The bullpen also was huge!
Halladay, while not great, put us in a position to win.
Werth - thanks for extending your time with us, as we know you might be elsewhere next season.
Nice payday coming for the Phillies organzation on Saturday night. When the product is good, we don't mind paying.
Oswalt and Sanchez in Game 6.
Can we push it to the brink??? Tune in and find out.
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We played clutch tonight and so we won.
The bullpen also was huge!
Halladay, while not great, put us in a position to win.
Werth - thanks for extending your time with us, as we know you might be elsewhere next season.
Nice payday coming for the Phillies organzation on Saturday night. When the product is good, we don't mind paying.
Oswalt and Sanchez in Game 6.
Can we push it to the brink??? Tune in and find out.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Phillies - Game 5
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Halladay tomorrow. If the Giants win another game with him starting, we will have to hand it to him.
It seems hard to fathom that this team can come back against the Giants.
A number of thoselittle blemishes that the team had this season are on display in this series.
A good team, playing clutch ball, will make you pay for your mistakes.
This Phils team overcame so much this season, it's a shame if we can't get back to the World Series.
But, there is another game tomorrow.
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Halladay tomorrow. If the Giants win another game with him starting, we will have to hand it to him.
It seems hard to fathom that this team can come back against the Giants.
A number of thoselittle blemishes that the team had this season are on display in this series.
A good team, playing clutch ball, will make you pay for your mistakes.
This Phils team overcame so much this season, it's a shame if we can't get back to the World Series.
But, there is another game tomorrow.
Phillies - Game 4
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This series has developed its own feel.
The offense in Games 1 and 3 has looked like it did during the Rockies series in '07, when we were swept.
Tonight's game is so critical, to say the least.
As fans, I know we will all go full out in support of our team today and Thursday.
What are your thoughts on Game 4?
*Click on the link to see my column on this Phillies series.
This series has developed its own feel.
The offense in Games 1 and 3 has looked like it did during the Rockies series in '07, when we were swept.
Tonight's game is so critical, to say the least.
As fans, I know we will all go full out in support of our team today and Thursday.
What are your thoughts on Game 4?
Phillies - Game 4
*Click on the link to see my column on this Phillies series.
As fans, I know we will all go full out in support of our team today and Thursday.
This series has developed its own feel.
The offense in Games 1 and 3 has looked like it did during the Rockies series in '07, when we were swept.
Tonight's game is so critical, to say the least.
What are your thoughts on Game 4?
As fans, I know we will all go full out in support of our team today and Thursday.
This series has developed its own feel.
The offense in Games 1 and 3 has looked like it did during the Rockies series in '07, when we were swept.
Tonight's game is so critical, to say the least.
What are your thoughts on Game 4?
Phillies - Game 4
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*Click on the link for my column on this Phillies series.
We may, or may not, win.
As fans, I know we will all go full out in support of our team today and Thursday.
This series has developed its own feel, with our offense in Games 1 and 3 looking like the Rockies series in '07, when we were swept. Tonight's game so critical, to say the least.
What are your thoughts on Game 4?
*Click on the link for my column on this Phillies series.
We may, or may not, win.
As fans, I know we will all go full out in support of our team today and Thursday.
This series has developed its own feel, with our offense in Games 1 and 3 looking like the Rockies series in '07, when we were swept. Tonight's game so critical, to say the least.
What are your thoughts on Game 4?
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Phillies
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*Click on the link for my column on this Phillies series.
We may, or may not, win. But, let's go full out tomorrow and Thursday.
Charlie Manuel said Blanton will start, as scheduled, tomorrow.
This series has developed its own feel, with our offense in Games 1 and 3 looking like the Rockies series in '07 - where we were swept. The game tomorrow is so critical, to say the least.
What are your thoughts on Game 4?
*Click on the link for my column on this Phillies series.
We may, or may not, win. But, let's go full out tomorrow and Thursday.
Charlie Manuel said Blanton will start, as scheduled, tomorrow.
This series has developed its own feel, with our offense in Games 1 and 3 looking like the Rockies series in '07 - where we were swept. The game tomorrow is so critical, to say the least.
What are your thoughts on Game 4?
Phillies
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Click on the link above for my column on this Phillies series.
We may, or may not, win. But, let's go full out tomorrow and Thursday.
Charlie Manuel said Blanton will start, as scheduled, tomorrow.
This series has developed its own feel, with our offense in Games 1 and 3 looking like the Rockies series in '07 - where we were swept. The game tomorrow is so critical, to say the least.
What are your thoughts on Game 4?
Click on the link above for my column on this Phillies series.
We may, or may not, win. But, let's go full out tomorrow and Thursday.
Charlie Manuel said Blanton will start, as scheduled, tomorrow.
This series has developed its own feel, with our offense in Games 1 and 3 looking like the Rockies series in '07 - where we were swept. The game tomorrow is so critical, to say the least.
What are your thoughts on Game 4?
How Many Times Have We Thought The Phillies Were Done This Year?
We may, or may not, win. But, let's go full out tomorrow and Thursday.
Charlie Manuel said Blanton will start, as scheduled, tomorrow.
This series has developed its own feel, with our offense in Games 1 and 3 looking like the Rockies series in '07 - where we were swept. The game tomorrow is so critical, to say the least.
All the Phils news you need is in the article below.
What are your thoughts on Game 4?
http://www.philly2philly.com/sports/sports_articles/2010/10/14/55311/nlcs_breakdown_phillies_battle_san_fransisco_giants_the_bank
Charlie Manuel said Blanton will start, as scheduled, tomorrow.
This series has developed its own feel, with our offense in Games 1 and 3 looking like the Rockies series in '07 - where we were swept. The game tomorrow is so critical, to say the least.
All the Phils news you need is in the article below.
What are your thoughts on Game 4?
http://www.philly2philly.com/sports/sports_articles/2010/10/14/55311/nlcs_breakdown_phillies_battle_san_fransisco_giants_the_bank
Flyers -
Lost amongst the shuffle of the Phillies playoffs and Eagles good start, is the Flyers. (Everyone knows the Sixers are rebuilding, so they haven't been able to get much space anywhere in Philly pop culture.)
Bobrovsky has performed well in the early going. The team powerplay has been poor. With Ian Laperriere possibly retiring, they need to replace the moxie factor. Their coach is strong and will lead them through it.
It may take this group awhile to gel. Maybe even until the playoffs.
As the immortal Gene Hart used to say, "Good night and good hockey." Jim Jackson is great. Gene's voice will always be missed in any regard. He taught us all how to be Flyers fans. That is why it is so wonderful to hear Lauren sing before every home game.
Bobrovsky has performed well in the early going. The team powerplay has been poor. With Ian Laperriere possibly retiring, they need to replace the moxie factor. Their coach is strong and will lead them through it.
It may take this group awhile to gel. Maybe even until the playoffs.
As the immortal Gene Hart used to say, "Good night and good hockey." Jim Jackson is great. Gene's voice will always be missed in any regard. He taught us all how to be Flyers fans. That is why it is so wonderful to hear Lauren sing before every home game.
How many times have we thought the Phillies were done this year?
We may, or may not, win. But, let's go full out tomorrow and Thursday.
Charlie Manuel said Blanton will start, as scheduled, tomorrow.
This series has developed its own feel, with our offense in Games 1 and 3 looking like the Rockies series in '07 - where we were swept. The game tomorrow is so critical, to say the least.
All the Phils news you need is in the article below.
What are your thoughts on tomorrow's game?
http://www.philly2philly.com/sports/sports_articles/2010/10/14/55311/nlcs_breakdown_phillies_battle_san_fransisco_giants_the_bank
Charlie Manuel said Blanton will start, as scheduled, tomorrow.
This series has developed its own feel, with our offense in Games 1 and 3 looking like the Rockies series in '07 - where we were swept. The game tomorrow is so critical, to say the least.
All the Phils news you need is in the article below.
What are your thoughts on tomorrow's game?
http://www.philly2philly.com/sports/sports_articles/2010/10/14/55311/nlcs_breakdown_phillies_battle_san_fransisco_giants_the_bank
Phillies - Onto Game 4
Charlie Manuel said Blanton will start, as scheduled, tomorrow.
This series has developed its own feel, with our offense in Games 1 and 3 looking like the Rockies series in '07 - where we were swept. The game tomorrow is so critical, to say the least.
All the Phils news you need is in the article below.
What are your thoughts on tomorrow's game?
This series has developed its own feel, with our offense in Games 1 and 3 looking like the Rockies series in '07 - where we were swept. The game tomorrow is so critical, to say the least.
All the Phils news you need is in the article below.
What are your thoughts on tomorrow's game?
Monday, October 18, 2010
Phillies - Giants - NLCS Game 3 Tidbit
It has been suggested that Jimmy Rollins might leadoff for game 3, though that is just media speculation.
Hamels has not pitched well in day games in his career, but has been a more focused pitcher and a more mature person this season. Hopefully he does what he did against the Reds.
Cain might not be the best starter the Giants have, but he is a good second tier pitcher. The Phils would do well to keep the pressure on him.
Great afternoon start time for many kids who watch baseball!
How Facebook, Twitter, and Blogs Are Shaping Politics and Our World
How Facebook, Twitter, and Blogs Are Shaping Politics and Our World
by Sean O'Brien
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The increasing connectivity that social networking allows has transformed our lives. At the same time, these powerful tools have been redefining politics. Facebook, Twitter, and Blogs are rapidly supplanting television, radio, and newspapers as information sources of choice.
This computer-driven transformation was foreshadowed by author Ray Kurzweil's book The Age of Spiritual Machines. That groundbreaking tome contains sharp predictions that continue to come true. When it was published in 1999, you could purchase the print edition at a bookstore. You have just read about it on a website. At your preference, that book can be downloaded to whatever media device you own. A far cry from how information was disseminated a few short decades ago.
Television news outlets still facilitate mass message transmission. Many radio talk shows reach the core, sometimes massive, niche audiences. But with the staggering effectiveness of new technology, political candidates are interacting with their audiences directly. Traditional media outlets are adapting in a way similar to how radio adjusted to the rise of television in the 1950s.
For generations, newspapers and the “Big Three” television networks (ABC, CBS, and NBC) had massive power. That fused box began to shorten in the 1980s with the advent of cable television. Through the late 1990s, CNN was the dominant cable brand with a worldwide reach.
CNN set a visual trend that all would follow by placing its logo directly on the television screen. It helped to distinguish the channel amongst a growing sea of choices and was as distinguishable as a Nike swoosh on sneakers. Companies often borrow from marketing strategies first employed by completely different industries. The new 24-hour news cycle took political scandal television to a new level.
During the first decade of this century, many television networks began to visually resemble websites, with a constant stream of information moving across the screen and mouse-like arrows clicking on information presented on it. CNN and other channels adapted the CNBC stock ticker into a news ticker. Obviously, people's ubiquitous gravitation to the World Wide Web was recognized and catered to to maintain audience loyalty. Many national candidates have become nothing more than brand names marketed through these various media impressions.
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With so many channel choices, cable executives clearly decided to specialize and carve their own corner of the market. Each play to its own audience segment. MSNBC and HBO reach progressives, Fox for conservatives, and CNN presents itself as a somewhat centric, never-ending newscast.
While no longer growing, cable news still has influence over politics. At various points in the day, especially during prime time, Fox News has been pulling in more viewers than the other top cable networks combined. These numbers do reflect how specific audiences are choosing to get their information. So, where Bill O'Reilly draws approximately three million viewers a night, and MSNBC's Keith Olbermann draws around one million, the other cable channels, CNN, CNN Headline News, and CNBC, draw below five hundred thousand viewers. Conservative viewers, more so than progressives, are selecting cable television as their preferred source for political news.
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Other cable personalities, like Glenn Beck, Sean Hannity, Chris Matthews, Rachael Maddow, and Anderson Cooper, also draw sizable viewers. On a nightly basis, Hannity and Beck reach nearly two million people, with Maddow at just under one million and Cooper and Matthews around three-quarters of a million viewers. Some of these cable personalities have had radio careers as well.
Today, broadcast and cable television networks inform their viewers that they are accessible through social networking sites. This shift belies another transition away from traditional media outlets for information. We are all learning to navigate and tailor these technology trends to our needs. The dual sources of individual branding and information sharing, known as Facebook and Twitter, are remaking how people communicate and gather information. Anyone who wants to stay current stays connected.
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Johannes Guttenberg is widely credited with inventing the printing press in Germany during the 1400s. His most famous publication was the Bible. He facilitated a system of delivering information to the masses that was effective, efficient, and Medieval user-friendly.
Centuries later, Bill Gates (co-founder of Microsoft) and Steve Jobs (co-founder of Apple) both sparked a revolution that led to public accessibility of the Internet through personal computers. In its simplest form, the Internet is a way to transfer information. In the political world, the evolving synergy between voters and politicians allows the powerful and the power-challenged to mingle at online cocktail parties.
Guttenberg 2.0 is now in full force. Devices like the iPad and the Kindle allow books to move from print to digital text, press releases to become Tweets, and broadcasts to become podcasts. Everything old is new again.
Current information transformations have also given rise to the “new” newspapers. Paper editions of newspapers have morphed into internet form. Take a great idea, make it current, and brand it with a different name, the Blog.
There is a wide array of blogs for all political persuasions: http://directory.etalkinghead.com/ Typed or clicked destinations such as http://www.politicsdaily.com/, http://www.huffingtonpost.com/, http://drudgereport.com/, http://www.theonion.com/section/politics/, and http://www.politico.com/, amongst many others, represent the newspapers of the 21st century.
Blogs are driving stories onto traditional newspaper cable news headlines. Their interactivity allows anyone to be involved with news rather than simply being presented with it. In response, traditional newspapers have created blogs connected to their online masthead. Political blogs disseminate messages in a powerful way to specific audiences.
In terms of audiences, how many Facebook friends do you have? President Obama has nearly fourteen million on his most populated page. While Sarah Palin has over two million friends. This indicates that the President's supporters are more geared toward social networking than conservatives. However, in the Pennsylvania Senatorial race, Pat Toomey (R) has over 14,000 Facebook friends compared to Joe Sestack (D), who has slightly under 10,000. In the California Governor's race, over 128,000 people are friends of Meg Whitman (R), compared to over 81,000 for Jerry Brown (D).
So, what does this digital domination translate into for the upcoming mid-term elections and the big one to come in 2012? The power to use social networks to influence statewide elections is yet to be seen, but it could indicate how specific candidates are arming themselves for battle. Facebook friends could translate into many election day votes for the person who is “liked.” Plus, these social networks activate campaign troops in the year-long process that ushers in the primary election.
A few short years ago, it seemed as though younger people used the internet and older people watched television. While those comparisons are still not completely off base, the technology use gap has been shrinking about as fast as the number of homes that receive a newspaper on their doorstep. Teenagers are not only contacting their BFFs, but they are also texting Grandma—a lady who, by the way, probably has a BlackBerry.
This prosperous age of the new media will undoubtedly continue to evolve. In political terms, candidates who have recognized the new reality are also helping to shape it. The public will stay connected by increasing participation through posts, tweets, and bookmarked websites.
This article was the author's original idea. It was submitted to philly2philly.com.
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Phils Game 2 Recap
Roy shrugged off NLDS start against the Reds and got it done. That is why Ruben got him, so he could do exactly what he did tonight! **Oswalt was the 2005 NLCS MVP while with the Astros.
Charlie leaving Roy going to the mound and then leaving Roy in was classic! and ----tells you why he is loved by his guys.
Jimmy might have just gotten his groove back.
The crowd was so great tonight and impacted the atmosphere.
Howard seems to have gotten back into the swing of things.
Raul makes a clutch grab late in the game, erasing last night's foppa.
Striking out Cody Ross late is a good statement.
Cole, has not always done well in day games, so let's hope he has his game face on. He did this entire season, so there is reason for hope.
Charlie leaving Roy going to the mound and then leaving Roy in was classic! and ----tells you why he is loved by his guys.
Jimmy might have just gotten his groove back.
The crowd was so great tonight and impacted the atmosphere.
Howard seems to have gotten back into the swing of things.
Raul makes a clutch grab late in the game, erasing last night's foppa.
Striking out Cody Ross late is a good statement.
Cole, has not always done well in day games, so let's hope he has his game face on. He did this entire season, so there is reason for hope.
Game 1 Recap - and a little Flyers update
Neither Halladay, nor Lincecum, had their best stuff. It has been suggested by Larry Bowa, local Philly radio analyst, that Lincecum had a blister on his finger and was unable to go with his slider after the 4th inning. Too bad Phils could not take advantage.
Fontenot at 3B for Sandoval, will he factor into the series.
Werth and Ruiz were factors last night. Werth ranks high, all time, with playoff homers. Ruiz ranks high, all-time, with catcher OBP.
Lidge somehow looked like he did pre-Aug 1st.
Oswalt was 2005 NLCS MVP.
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The Flyers powerplay is not good. Bobrovsky suffers first loss last night in 5-1 defeat, but only gave up 2 goals that were his fault. It will be interesting to see how this goalie experiment plays out.
Onto game 2.
Fontenot at 3B for Sandoval, will he factor into the series.
Werth and Ruiz were factors last night. Werth ranks high, all time, with playoff homers. Ruiz ranks high, all-time, with catcher OBP.
Lidge somehow looked like he did pre-Aug 1st.
Oswalt was 2005 NLCS MVP.
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The Flyers powerplay is not good. Bobrovsky suffers first loss last night in 5-1 defeat, but only gave up 2 goals that were his fault. It will be interesting to see how this goalie experiment plays out.
Onto game 2.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Phillies and Flyers
Always an anxious time in waiting for a new series to start. Even though the Phils are an elite baseball team now, it is difficult to get by the feeling that no series is "in the bag." Games 1 and 2 this weekend will be very interesting.
It will also be interesting to see if the Flyers move, over time, to giving Bobrovsky more net time. Boucher is a decent backup.
It will also be interesting to see if the Flyers move, over time, to giving Bobrovsky more net time. Boucher is a decent backup.
Monday, October 11, 2010
Gavin Leads His Team To Victory!
Ephrata's rising star!
Ephrata's rising star!Saturday, October 9, 2010 - Gavin played three infield positions and pitched for Ephrata in their 12-8 victory at home over rival Penn Manor. This impressive third-grader played excellent defense at three positions: third base, shortstop, and first base. But, fielding wasn't the only talent he displayed for the large crowd, as he also stole two bases and scored a run during the team's victory. The win allowed Ephrata to improve their record to 3-1 in the 10-years-old and under league.
Jennefer, Gavin's mother, noted that her son's pre-game rituals help him to prepare for the game. “It's incredible what he goes through on the day of the game. He also practices at home and at a local indoor batting facility to keep his skills sharp,” she said.
A game-time temperature of 73 degrees made for an ideal atmosphere as Gavin took to the mound in the fifth inning. Pitching in his newly developed “Tim Lincecum” style, this right hander kept Penn Manor hitters guessing. His father, John said, “He has been working on that delivery lately and had good control today.” His father also photographs his son's on-field efforts during each game. This practice is standard for all major league teams, as it helps to document skill development.
Young Gavin also has an impressive collection of baseball cards. Someday he wants to play for the Pittsburgh Pirates, or become a pediatrician. Gavin who celebrated his team's victory after the game at a local restaurant, is also a gourmet potato chef. Here is his recipe: Heat two table spoons of butter in a 12” skillet. Add two cans of Shur Fine sliced potatoes. Then add a pinch each of parsley, paprika, sage, black pepper, fresh ground pepper, and sea salt. Fry for approximately 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Gavin, a Pirates' fan, loved talking baseball with his grandfather, who was an avid Phillies fan before passing away in 2007. Looking down from heaven, through a clear blue sky, he must have been proud of his grandson's performance on this day. With talent from God and from his family, the future looks bright for this 8 1/2 year-old star.
By Sean O'Brien
Pat Burrell To Play In The NLCS In Philadelphia Again...with the Giants
Of the eight playoff series the Phillies have played since 2007, this pitching staff offers them challenges most comparable to the Yankees during last season season's World Series.
The Giants are not an offensively geared club and that could play into the Phillies plans, but the Phillies will need to get their lineup working to create some space on the scoreboard.
A full preview of this upcoming series will appear later this week on philly2philly.com
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Phillies Sweep Reds On Way To The NLCS
Look for my NLCS preview coming later in the week on philly2philly.com
Tonight in Cincinatti, Cole Hamels pitched a complete game shutout. During the offseason Hamels saw a chiropractor, the Dali Lama, Pat Croce, former cast members of his wife's old "Survivor" crew, Rex Hudler, and anyone else who he thought could help him. Well, maybe it wasn't that many people, but whatever he did it worked. It is great to see this guy mature as a pitcher and as a person.
Cincy is the birthplace of baseball - fitting since Rolen cried like a baby about our friend Larry Bowa who only wanted to win ballgames, but did not have the personnel to do it.
Even though we hit around .200 in this series, we still scored 13 runs. The mark of a deep team that knows how to win.
Dusty Baker tied a record by taking three different National League teams to the postseason. He's a good guy who we may face again in future seasons. Like Charlie said, the Reds remind him of us about 3 years ago.
The Reds lead the league in average, homeruns, and runs during the regular season. Just think about what our performance means in consideration of that.
Shane Victorino, a red-light player, who was a difference maker on the field and at the plate in this series. Good choice in leading him off Charlie.
Chapman, the Cuban Missile, is more of a thrower at this point. Plus, as a reliever, he does not have a chance to reveal his full arsenal. But, did you notice how our hitters did get their swings against him. Pitching is a more advanced art than throwing Aroldis.
The Reds had 4 runs and 10 hits in this series.
Darren Daulton noted that the Reds payroll is about 1/2 of ours, which shows that our seasoned players have tenure. A great way of looking at it. How great it also is to see a person like Daulton back on track with his life and career. Good going Dutch.
On to face San Fran or Atlanta this coming Saturday night.
Tonight in Cincinatti, Cole Hamels pitched a complete game shutout. During the offseason Hamels saw a chiropractor, the Dali Lama, Pat Croce, former cast members of his wife's old "Survivor" crew, Rex Hudler, and anyone else who he thought could help him. Well, maybe it wasn't that many people, but whatever he did it worked. It is great to see this guy mature as a pitcher and as a person.
Cincy is the birthplace of baseball - fitting since Rolen cried like a baby about our friend Larry Bowa who only wanted to win ballgames, but did not have the personnel to do it.
Even though we hit around .200 in this series, we still scored 13 runs. The mark of a deep team that knows how to win.
Dusty Baker tied a record by taking three different National League teams to the postseason. He's a good guy who we may face again in future seasons. Like Charlie said, the Reds remind him of us about 3 years ago.
The Reds lead the league in average, homeruns, and runs during the regular season. Just think about what our performance means in consideration of that.
Shane Victorino, a red-light player, who was a difference maker on the field and at the plate in this series. Good choice in leading him off Charlie.
Chapman, the Cuban Missile, is more of a thrower at this point. Plus, as a reliever, he does not have a chance to reveal his full arsenal. But, did you notice how our hitters did get their swings against him. Pitching is a more advanced art than throwing Aroldis.
The Reds had 4 runs and 10 hits in this series.
Darren Daulton noted that the Reds payroll is about 1/2 of ours, which shows that our seasoned players have tenure. A great way of looking at it. How great it also is to see a person like Daulton back on track with his life and career. Good going Dutch.
On to face San Fran or Atlanta this coming Saturday night.
Jimmy Rollins Stops Cuban Missile Crisis As Phils Win 7-4 in Game 2 of the NLDS!
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Rabid Phillies fans watched Aroldis Chapman warming in the Reds bullpen during the second game of this National League Division Series. They were awaiting the results of a showdown on this October night. His missile arm, recently having thrown a record 105mph pitch, against the irrepressible Phillies offense.
Chapman's nickname is “The Cuban Missile.” He defected from Cuba on July 1, 2009, while playing for their national baseball team at a tournament in the Netherlands. The Cincinnati Reds then signed him to a six-year contract worth over $30 million. He joined the team on August 31, 2010 and pitched in his first ever post-season game on October 8, 2010.
While the Cincinnati Reds team nickname derives from redlegs, the term “Red”use to have very negative political connotations. In the midst of the United States “Cold War” with the Soviet Union (Russia), someone believed to be a Communist, or a sympathizer, was called a “Red.” In October, 1962, President John F. Kennedy squared off against Soviet Premier, Nikita S. Khrushchev. Their famous showdown was nicknamed “The Cuban Missile Crisis.”
It had been discovered that the Soviet Union had placed missiles inside Cuba. Military leader, Soviet supporter, and avid baseball fan, Fidel Castro was Cuba's self-appointed President. Elected United States President Kennedy issued an ultimatum to Khrushchev. He demanded that any missiles installed in Cuba should be removed and that Soviet ships should be moved away from Cuban waters. Khrushchev blinked and did what Kennedy had asked, leaving Cuba permanently hanging out to dry.
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During the fifth inning Dominic Brown was on first base with one out and the Phillies trailing 4-0. Shane Victorino did not want to leave him hanging out to dry when he came to the plate. During his at-bat the “Flyin' Hawaiian” stepped out of the batter's box and was seen cracking a smile. So indicative of the demeanor of this resilient team. He wasn't displaying any visible signs of pressure, just as the Reds were about to crack under it.
Victorino hit a ball to second baseman Brandon Phillips, who bobbled it, allowing him to reach base. Placido Polanco then hit a ball to Scott Rolen, who couldn't handle it, allowing him to reach base as well. That loaded the bases for Chase Utley, who singled home the Phillies first two runs. Later, in the sixth inning, the Phillies pulled to within a run on Victorino's bases-loaded walk.
Third baseman Rolen's post-game quotes will have to be double-checked to see if he suggested anything about his current manager's behavior causing his miscue. While in Philadelphia, Rolen often implied that his manager's dictatorial ways were detrimental to the team's performance. With his Dodger's blue hat put away for the winter, Larry Bowa probably had a smile on his face as he was watching this playoff game on cable.
In the seventh inning Jimmy Rollins stepped up against Chapman and lofted a ball to right field that Jay Bruce was unable to track.. The ball dropped a few feet from him on the outfield grass. Bruce's relay throw was then dropped by Phillips, allowing the Phillies to take a 5-4 lead that they would not relinquish. They went on to add two more runs, which increased their lead to 7-4 and completed both team's scoring.
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Brad Lidge allowed a lead off walk in the ninth, before shutting the Reds down for his eleventh post-season Phillies save. That achievement allowed him to become the team's all-time post-season saves leader. Somewhere in heaven Tug McGraw and Jim Konstanty must have been talking about how Lidge should now be referred to as the most significant closer in their team's history.
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As for Fidel Castro. He is comfortably living in retirement in Cuba, after his brother Raul was “elected” President in 2008. The two of them probably watched their former star pitcher through a satellite feed. Unlike tonight, Chapman's striking talent will undoubtedly lead to future success. Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels, who takes the mound in Cincinnati on Sunday, will try to ensure that Chapman and the Reds don't have any further opportunities to succeed until the regular season in 2011.
http://www.wondergy.com/art/logos/phillies_logo.gif
Rabid Phillies fans watched Aroldis Chapman warming in the Reds bullpen during the second game of this National League Division Series. They were awaiting the results of a showdown on this October night. His missile arm, recently having thrown a record 105mph pitch, against the irrepressible Phillies offense.
Chapman's nickname is “The Cuban Missile.” He defected from Cuba on July 1, 2009, while playing for their national baseball team at a tournament in the Netherlands. The Cincinnati Reds then signed him to a six-year contract worth over $30 million. He joined the team on August 31, 2010 and pitched in his first ever post-season game on October 8, 2010.
While the Cincinnati Reds team nickname derives from redlegs, the term “Red”use to have very negative political connotations. In the midst of the United States “Cold War” with the Soviet Union (Russia), someone believed to be a Communist, or a sympathizer, was called a “Red.” In October, 1962, President John F. Kennedy squared off against Soviet Premier, Nikita S. Khrushchev. Their famous showdown was nicknamed “The Cuban Missile Crisis.”
It had been discovered that the Soviet Union had placed missiles inside Cuba. Military leader, Soviet supporter, and avid baseball fan, Fidel Castro was Cuba's self-appointed President. Elected United States President Kennedy issued an ultimatum to Khrushchev. He demanded that any missiles installed in Cuba should be removed and that Soviet ships should be moved away from Cuban waters. Khrushchev blinked and did what Kennedy had asked, leaving Cuba permanently hanging out to dry.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7YkJxQT_0Y
During the fifth inning Dominic Brown was on first base with one out and the Phillies trailing 4-0. Shane Victorino did not want to leave him hanging out to dry when he came to the plate. During his at-bat the “Flyin' Hawaiian” stepped out of the batter's box and was seen cracking a smile. So indicative of the demeanor of this resilient team. He wasn't displaying any visible signs of pressure, just as the Reds were about to crack under it.
Victorino hit a ball to second baseman Brandon Phillips, who bobbled it, allowing him to reach base. Placido Polanco then hit a ball to Scott Rolen, who couldn't handle it, allowing him to reach base as well. That loaded the bases for Chase Utley, who singled home the Phillies first two runs. Later, in the sixth inning, the Phillies pulled to within a run on Victorino's bases-loaded walk.
Third baseman Rolen's post-game quotes will have to be double-checked to see if he suggested anything about his current manager's behavior causing his miscue. While in Philadelphia, Rolen often implied that his manager's dictatorial ways were detrimental to the team's performance. With his Dodger's blue hat put away for the winter, Larry Bowa probably had a smile on his face as he was watching this playoff game on cable.
In the seventh inning Jimmy Rollins stepped up against Chapman and lofted a ball to right field that Jay Bruce was unable to track.. The ball dropped a few feet from him on the outfield grass. Bruce's relay throw was then dropped by Phillips, allowing the Phillies to take a 5-4 lead that they would not relinquish. They went on to add two more runs, which increased their lead to 7-4 and completed both team's scoring.
http://www.thebaseballpage.com/players/konstji01.php
Brad Lidge allowed a lead off walk in the ninth, before shutting the Reds down for his eleventh post-season Phillies save. That achievement allowed him to become the team's all-time post-season saves leader. Somewhere in heaven Tug McGraw and Jim Konstanty must have been talking about how Lidge should now be referred to as the most significant closer in their team's history.
http://www.topnews.in/files/Fidel-Castro.JPG
http://tothesublime.typepad.com/.a/6a010536c49f05970c01127940e7ab28a4-800wi
As for Fidel Castro. He is comfortably living in retirement in Cuba, after his brother Raul was “elected” President in 2008. The two of them probably watched their former star pitcher through a satellite feed. Unlike tonight, Chapman's striking talent will undoubtedly lead to future success. Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels, who takes the mound in Cincinnati on Sunday, will try to ensure that Chapman and the Reds don't have any further opportunities to succeed until the regular season in 2011.
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