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Game 162: Yankees at Orioles

Posted by: Peter Abraham - Posted in Misc on Sep 30, 2007 Print This Post Print This Post | Email This Post Email This Post

Here is the lineup:

YANKEES
Damon LF
Jeter SS
Abreu RF
Rodriguez 3B
Giambi DH
Betemit 2B
Cabrera CF
Mientkiewicz 1B
Molina C
Henn LHP

Pregame chatter: The Yankees will be managed by Jorge Posada today with Mike Mussina the pitching coach. “Jeter is my bench coach once he comes out of the game,” Posada said. Ron Villone is the bullpen coach. … Jeter takes a 14-game hitting streak into the game. … The Yankees are 50-25 since the break. … Abreu needs one RBI for 100. … Yanks are facing LHP Brian Burres.

UPDATE, 1:53 p.m.: Rivera will not pitch today. But Joba will be used to get an out at some point just to give him that experience. … Jeter will go into next season with a 15-game hitting streak. … A-Rod’s 156 RBI are the most for a Yankee since 1937.

Tough day to be a Mets fan so far. You have to pin a lot of it on Willie Randolph, I think. That team is too talented to have won only 88 games in the National League. They never put together a long streak and seemed to think they could turn it on and off at will. The manager’s personality matters. You have two great examples in New York this season.

UPDATE, 2:51 p.m.: That’s 100 RBI for Bobby Abreu. He joins A-Rod (156) and Hideki Matsui (103) at that plateau.

UPDATE, 3:00 p.m.: Alex Rodriguez ends his season at .314 with 55 homers and 156 RBI. Not bad, not bad at all.

UPDATE, 3:34 p.m.: There weren’t many players in the clubhouse early this morning but Shelley Duncan was there and we chatted for a bit. He’s an interesting dude. He said his brother Chris drove him crazy all winter boasting about the Cardinals winning the World Series. Shelley was in the Cardinals clubhouse with his dad after some of those games. “It drove me crazy because I wanted to be a part of it,” he said. “That’s why this has been so great,” he said. “My goal was never to make the majors, I want to win the World Series.”

Chris Duncan will be coming to Yankee Stadium for Game 3. “I can’t wait,” Shelley said. “He has to watch my team play.”

According to Shelley, he and Chris fight all time time. “Seriously?” I asked him. “Oh, yeah,” Shelley said. “We try to kick each other’s ass. It’s pretty violent.”

I’m not sure Shelley is an everyday player in the majors with that big swing. But he’s a good guy to have around. The Yankees need a few crazies.

 
 

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334 Responses to “Game 162: Yankees at Orioles”

  1. Defense matters September 30th, 2007 at 12:36 pm

    I vote A-Rod for batting coach. sorry Kevin Long!

  2. CATYA September 30th, 2007 at 12:42 pm

    Ron Villone BULL PEN COACH?????

    HUH,WHAT!!!!gulp gulp

    ” Not for Nothin”

  3. Rocco September 30th, 2007 at 12:42 pm

    J-E-T-S JETS JETS JETS

  4. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 12:45 pm

    So Jorge is winging it for the first few innings with no bench coach?

  5. David September 30th, 2007 at 12:46 pm

    First, the Jets suck. You sound like a Sox fan.

    Second, I love the last game of the season with the guest coaches. Do they replace the base coaches? haha

  6. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 12:52 pm

    Yes did a nice tribute to Corey.

  7. Skeeter September 30th, 2007 at 12:58 pm

    I was in Baltimore for the game yesterday. First, I live in the DC area and I have never seen so many New Yorkers since the last time I was in New York. Second, the chants of “Let’s go, Yankees!” sounded as loud as they sound in Yankee Stadium. I would be surprised if there were actually 100 Orioles fans in attendance….

  8. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 12:59 pm

    Damn I was supposed to go, but plans got canceled. :(

  9. Rocco September 30th, 2007 at 1:02 pm

    “First, the Jets suck. You sound like a Sox fan.”

    how do i sound like a Sox fan? I know the Jets suck but i’m still a fan.

  10. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:07 pm

    Posada fired everyone. And Villone said Joba better be ready to get me a soda if I want one. LOL

  11. MoreRun September 30th, 2007 at 1:22 pm

    Who are the first-base and third-base couches?

  12. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:24 pm

    They still are Larry and Tony. He was only joking.

  13. Wouter - zevenentwinting in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:25 pm

    Wow, the Mets are off to a disastrous start…

  14. gayle September 30th, 2007 at 1:25 pm

    great day for baseball lots of P in P going on today between Mets, and Jets and Yankees then will have the Phils game going on mlb.com

    Should be fun

  15. Rocco September 30th, 2007 at 1:27 pm

    mets. wow, just wow

  16. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:29 pm

    Wow 5-0 Marlins. ONE OUT!! That is really bad.

  17. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:29 pm

    I”m flipping between the Yankee game/ met game/jet game.

  18. gayle September 30th, 2007 at 1:29 pm

    no way Glavine goes out on that one he will be back somewhere not the kind of last game you want

  19. ~Adam. September 30th, 2007 at 1:30 pm

    Mets. The wheels have come off. It’ll be a big day in Philly if they win the division lol. It’s be a hell of a lot funnier if they lost the division and the Eagles got creamed by the Giants tonight… Philly is making its case to be the next overly tortured fanbase now that Boston has lost that title, lol.

  20. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:31 pm

    And the Phillies once it starts. Is it on tv today?

    It was funny yesterday if you saw the computer of Joe’s shoulder during the postgame, Joe or someone else had gameday on. LOL

  21. gayle September 30th, 2007 at 1:31 pm

    ok someone has to get a copy of that church sign that is pure genius

  22. ~Adam. September 30th, 2007 at 1:32 pm

    Are we as Yankee fans pulling for the Mets? I say no. I had enough Mets fans give me the what for in April, May, June, July, EVEN August. I hope they choke and choke good. It’s just like a Mets fan to get excited in April and May.

  23. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:33 pm

    Wow I wish I was rich, and could have 4 tv’s in front of me now. Instead i have to flip the channels.

  24. ~Adam. September 30th, 2007 at 1:33 pm

    By the way, I love Jorge managing today…. is it a look into our future??? I say yes, hire Jorge as soon as he retires from playing.

  25. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:34 pm

    No way am I pulling for the Mets, as you said not after what went on the begining of the year. It was funny as they went to commercial, they had to read the McDonalds ad. I’m LOVIN IT. LOL

  26. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:35 pm

    Jorge said he didn’t like doing this meaning the interview.

    WHOA

  27. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:36 pm

    Well even better, instead of one run, they got two. :D

  28. ~Adam. September 30th, 2007 at 1:36 pm

    Alright I’m callin’ everyone out. Me and Jennifer are rootin’ for the Marlins. Who’s with us?

    HAAA! 7-0 Marlins!!!!

  29. ~Adam. September 30th, 2007 at 1:37 pm

    Mets still have to face Dontrelle WIllis today too!

  30. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:38 pm

    I don’t want to hear this garbage that we are all NY, because that is total BS!!! Do you think the Dodger fans are pulling for the A’s, or Pad’s? I think NOT!!

  31. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:39 pm

    Willis hasn’t fared well against them, but he does have 7 runs.

  32. NYY September 30th, 2007 at 1:40 pm

    Chokers….They choked up a 7 game lead with in 17 days. WORST COLAPSE IN THE HISTORY OF BASEBALL

  33. Giuseppe Franco September 30th, 2007 at 1:40 pm

    Hey Pete,

    What’s the likelihood that Willie Randolph gets fired after this historic collapse by the Mets?

    He’ll quickly find his way back to the Bronx as a coach if that happens.

  34. CATYA September 30th, 2007 at 1:41 pm

    When I think how crazy our season has been with the pitching
    and all the injuries, and the huge 14.5 games behind,look at NYM’s. Their fans are held captive, waiting for the last day of the season just to make the post season.Thank goodness our boys got their collective buts in gear the second half.

  35. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:42 pm

    I got Met tickets that I sold last night, someone emailed me they were flying from SD to see the game. I bet he regrets it now.

  36. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:43 pm

    Giuseppe Franco who would you replace on this staff? There is no one that should be replaced.

  37. Giuseppe Franco September 30th, 2007 at 1:46 pm

    _Giuseppe Franco who would you replace on this staff? There is no one that should be replaced._

    If Torre is gone next season and Mattingly replaces him as the new Yankee skipper, Willie could wind up as the bench coach again.

  38. PittsburghYankeeFan September 30th, 2007 at 1:46 pm

    7-0 Marlins in the first?

    I thought you were joking…holy, amazing…wow!

    Wow…just wow.

  39. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:47 pm

    Joe should be back, I don’t know how well Donnie would do.

  40. Wouter - zevenentwinting in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:47 pm

    Can’t Abreu just walk to third, with the shift on? :D

  41. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 1:47 pm

    *Da Horror!*

    *Da Horror!*

    p.s. if the phills lose and force a one-game playoff, the mets can always start Glavine, after all, he’s fressh, he only threw 1/3 of inning today ;)

  42. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:47 pm

    Is anyone watching the Met game? How didn’t the runner score on that?

  43. Skippy September 30th, 2007 at 1:48 pm

    I’m guessing that Posada is more interested in being a GM than a manager. And I’d bet he’d do a good job, too.

  44. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 1:49 pm

    Veras – 9 innings – 6 hits, 7 walks, 5.79 era
    Ramirez – 21 innings – 24 hits, 14 walks, 8.14 era
    Villone – 42 innings- 36 hits, 18 walks, 4.25 era
    Ohlendorf – 4.2 innings – 3 hits, 1 walk, 1.93 era

    In my opinion, this is why trading proctor was a horrible
    move. For the year, Proctor had a 3.81 era on the yanks and a 3.38 on the dodgers in 86 innings total. Despite, the massive number of walks he allowed, he was our best reliever outside of our top 3. But that deal is already done and we have to think about the future. At this point, it seems like a no brainer. Ramirez and Veras have been crushed recently while villone and ohlendorf have done ok recently. You have to go with whos hot especially when you r relying on farnsworth to do alright. The best idea of all would be to take ian kennedy off the shut down list and put him in that bullpen. That would completely solidify the pen and with mo, chamberlain and hopefully viz gives u four guys u can really count on. ohlendorf has done well so far and farnsworth has looked good his last couple of innings. Villone cant really be trusted either and id rather a good righty reliever be on the mound facing a tough lefty than a crappy lefty reliever. I can see kennedy as being the difference between number 27 and another long off season. If the yankee franchise is really playing to win now – u have to put kennedy into the pen. I dont think eight innings or so during the playoffs with an off day after every appearance will drastically alter his career but it may drastically offer the yanks future. Just a thought.

  45. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:49 pm

    Wow I hope no one wants us to trade for Willis. With a 7 run lead he’s already given up 2.

  46. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 1:50 pm

    thas gotta be the worst start glavine has ever had.

  47. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:51 pm

    WOW HE IS HORRIBLE!!!! WILLIS STINKS!!

  48. Giuseppe Franco September 30th, 2007 at 1:54 pm

    _Joe should be back, I don’t know how well Donnie would do._

    Nobody knows if Torre will be back. It’s not like last season when he still had another year left on his contract. They have to resign him if they want him back.

    A lot of it will depend on what happens over the next couple of weeks. If the Yanks lose in the ALDS again, I could see them making a change.

  49. BBB September 30th, 2007 at 1:54 pm

    Hey guys! Wow cannot BELIEVE how Glavine crapped the bed. GO D-TRAIN!!!

    Got the Phillies game on mute, they just took a 1-0 lead bottom 1st.

  50. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:54 pm

    I think this might be Wilis’s worst start. Totally pitiful

  51. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:55 pm

    is the Phillies game on tv?

  52. BBB September 30th, 2007 at 1:56 pm

    Jorge the manager!! Love it!! :)

    the Orioles announcers are so bland, but the one positive is I don’t have to listen to Michael Kay talk smack about Moose as a pitching coach ala last year! Every time he went out to the mound it was “he’s not taking it seriously.”

  53. BBB September 30th, 2007 at 1:57 pm

    Jennifer, I’m in Philly (unfortunately) so its on network TV here. It’s also listed on spocast with “game that matters” in parentheses, lol.

  54. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 1:57 pm

    Mets fans have been two things this season – cocky and cry babies. I dont mind the mets themselves but met fans have been some of the most annoying fans this yr making me want to root against their team.

  55. Zander September 30th, 2007 at 1:58 pm

    Peter:

    In your previous post on Posada, you missed the boat.

    1950 Yogi Berra: .322, 28, 124

    1970 Johnny Bench .293, 45, 148

  56. Wouter - zevenentwinting in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 1:59 pm

    But I don’t like Dontrelle either, he just seems overrated to me. I’m rooting for the Mets to get in a four-way tie, then be the odd club out :D

  57. Rocco September 30th, 2007 at 1:59 pm

    jets are killing me

  58. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 2:01 pm

    Is it just a coincidence that posada has a career yr ten times better than any season he has ever had the yr he finally hits the free agent market and says he wants to test the waters. We r going to overpay for him greatly and probably regret it later like the burden Giambis contract has become. 36 yr old catchers shouldnt get 3 yr 45 million dollar deals its just asking for trouble.

  59. Zander September 30th, 2007 at 2:01 pm

    Also Roy Campanella:

    .325 33 108

  60. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 2:01 pm

    Jorge – Player/Manager ’08

  61. Zander September 30th, 2007 at 2:03 pm

    1977 Carlton Fisk: .315, 26, 102

  62. Rocco September 30th, 2007 at 2:03 pm

    Dave,

    I’d agree but Posada deserves it… I don’t care what he does the rest of his career, he deserves any money he gets in the off season

  63. BBB September 30th, 2007 at 2:04 pm

    Professor Jamie Moyer thus far doing what Glavine couldn’t: getting guys out. 1-0 Phils, going to bot. 2nd.

  64. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 2:06 pm

    geez, who quickly we forget

    Thurman 1977 .308 18 HR 100 RBIs

  65. Zander September 30th, 2007 at 2:09 pm

    1999 Pudge Rodriguez .332 35 113

    My point is that Posada’s numbers aren’t as impressive as Peter’s post implied.

  66. EY September 30th, 2007 at 2:09 pm

    Hahahaha looks like the Mutts are playing themselves out of the postseason. No sympathy here for them. This has to be the biggest choke-job ever.

    Although a part of me feels that it will be very interesting if the Phillies lose today, because then they’ll have to play one more game tomorrow and that’ll sure be exciting.

  67. Rocco September 30th, 2007 at 2:11 pm

    omg jets! grrrrrrrr

  68. BBB September 30th, 2007 at 2:11 pm

    “1999 Pudge Rodriguez .332 35 113″

    Those aren’t impressive numbers, those are impressive steroids. Just sayin.

  69. Joe from Long Island September 30th, 2007 at 2:12 pm

    Something happened to Willis this year. Whether he cut back on the PED’s, or he has some injury with his funky delivery (lots of moving parts), something changed. Thank goodness we never traded for him, people would blame this on Torre and Guidry, too.

  70. ~Adam. September 30th, 2007 at 2:13 pm

    lol. just got back from my pie shop. the owner is a RABID mets fan. everytime I went in there this year, I had to hear somethin… he wasn’t too talkative today though.

  71. Joe from Long Island September 30th, 2007 at 2:15 pm

    Just tuned to the Mets’ game. 7-1. Ron Darling was talking about Willis opening up his shoulder as the cause for his wildness, today and throughout the year. If it were that simple, you’d think the Marlins’ pitching coach would pick up on it, either it’s not that or they have a bad coach. I’d be leary of trading for him, thinking you could “fix him in 15 minutes”, a la Rick Peterson.

  72. Sherri September 30th, 2007 at 2:16 pm

    I’m really glad I’m not a Mets fan.

  73. Zander September 30th, 2007 at 2:17 pm

    1966 Joe Torre (still a C)

    .315, 36, 101 (steroid-free)

  74. ~Adam. September 30th, 2007 at 2:18 pm

    Imagine of Philly lost today? AND the Eagles lose… might have to bring in the riot police. Philly fans are ready to SNAP!!

  75. BBB September 30th, 2007 at 2:20 pm

    Sean Henn says, “What, you thought I could retire 5 batters in a row?”

  76. Joe from Long Island September 30th, 2007 at 2:32 pm

    So the Mets have loaded the bases against D-train, and the PA guy at Shea plays the storm trooper music from Star Wars as the Mets’ rally theme. They’re strange over at Shea.

  77. Kill-Schill(ing) September 30th, 2007 at 2:33 pm

    I hope Torre draws the lesson from the Yankees’ difficulties hitting another lefty on the road that he needs to find some way to play Shelley Duncan on Thurday against Sabbathia, whether as DH or 1B.

  78. CATYA September 30th, 2007 at 2:38 pm

    Shouldn’t a designated hitter be able to hit? Jason,can’t
    play first,can’t run, can’t hit.Please tell me Why do we need him for post season? He really seems unhealthy now.

  79. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 2:40 pm

    Phillies winning 3-0 in 4th inning…Mets still down 7-1

  80. Kill-Schill(ing) September 30th, 2007 at 2:41 pm

    Maybe the Yankees erred in trying to transform Henn into a reliever. As a starter, he looks pretty good. He certainly throws thrikes more consistently.

  81. BBB September 30th, 2007 at 2:42 pm

    I totally agree Kill Schill. I REALLY want Shelley in the lineup vs Sabathia. My friend said I was crazy when I ran this idea past him, so nice to hear someone else is thinking along similar lines. I would look up Sabathia’s righty/lefty BAA splits but my computer is already running sooo slow..

  82. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 2:42 pm

    wonder if Glavine is even watching??

  83. BBB September 30th, 2007 at 2:43 pm

    Anyway, update for those interested, Phillies lead 3-0. Ryan Howard with the clutch 2-run bases loaded single.

    In other news, Henn is actually pitching much better than I expected today!

  84. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 2:44 pm

    They may tear Shea stadium apart before afternoon is out.

  85. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 2:44 pm

    I third that motion re: Shelley Duncan in the lineup against CC. Not only is he hitting the ball really hard now, and his emotion is always more than welcome, he would be incredibly charged up to be inserted in the playoff lineup

  86. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 2:45 pm

    who would you vote for CY Young

    Beckett
    Lackey
    CC
    Carmona
    Haren

  87. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 2:46 pm

    there is that bat again from Minky!!! love it!

  88. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 2:46 pm

    Sean Henn’s _turnaround_ is proof of Jorge’s ability as a manager!

  89. Joe from Long Island September 30th, 2007 at 2:46 pm

    Getting back to the Yankees for a minute…Sean Henn can be a real tease. He starts the year well, even fans Ortiz once or twice, then proceeds to have a really bad season. He gets a start now, probably to showcase him to other teams, and he does halfways decent so far. And he’s lefthanded. So do you start thinking that he can be your lefty out of the pen next year, instead of Villone? He’s not starting for us next year. Or do you look to make a deal?

  90. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 2:47 pm

    3-1 Philli

  91. Joe from Long Island September 30th, 2007 at 2:48 pm

    Kill-Schill – Henn came up as a starter and bombed, that’s why they tried him in the ‘pen this year.

  92. CGramazio September 30th, 2007 at 2:48 pm

    I’m on the bandwagon for bringing Mientkiewicz back next year. I was a fan of the signing this spring…and I’m still a fan.

  93. Kill-Schill(ing) September 30th, 2007 at 2:48 pm

    Jeter should bunt the runners over so ABreu can get the RBI

  94. BBB September 30th, 2007 at 2:49 pm

    Jeter’s future wife, I’d go with Carmona or Haren. Haren will never win it though, because of Oakland’s inability to score for him.

    Update, Nats score a run in the top 4th. Moyer struggled a bit but got out of it w/only 1 run. Anyone got an update on Mets/Marlins? How’s D-Train doing?

    Most importantly of all is that our guys are getting their hitting on today! Woo Hoo!!!

  95. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 2:50 pm

    That hacking-weasing-coughing sound in Queens is deafening.

  96. BBB September 30th, 2007 at 2:51 pm

    Go Bobby!!! Here’s your chance!!

  97. Kill-Schill(ing) September 30th, 2007 at 2:51 pm

    I know, Joe. Maybe they should return him to a starting role. What do you think? He’s demonstrating much better command today.

  98. Wouter - zevenentwinting in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 2:52 pm

    BBB, the 2007 splits for Sabathia:

    RHB: .275/.310/.413
    LHB: .203/.229/.317

    However, in his career numbers the split is about even (20 OPS points more for righties).

  99. Wouter - zevenentwinting in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 2:54 pm

    D-Train was done after 2.2 IP, BBB. He kept loading the bases and barely getting out of it.

    His line: 2.2 IP 3 1 1 5(!) 2

  100. Senor A. Boy September 30th, 2007 at 2:54 pm

    YES BOBBY!

  101. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 2:57 pm

    Jete’s is all tuned up!

    on the Nats network, the announcers said that you would think the Phillies fans would treat the Nationals very well when they came to Philly to play b/c they just swept the Mets (referencing the pitchers in the bullpen, b/c fans are right over top of the bullpen at the Phillies stadium) and they said that the fans were making racial slurs at the Nats pitchers and the Nats pitchers got with Phillies security and got those fans thrown out. Philadelphia fans are the worst, in any sport!

  102. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 2:57 pm

    “its gonna be a fun day to be at Shea stadium” ~ Mike Lupica (9.30.07)

    ahahahahhahahhahahh

  103. Joe from Long Island September 30th, 2007 at 2:59 pm

    Kill-Schill – That’s why Henn’s a tease. A couple of weeks ago you couldn’t get ten cents for him. And now he’s looking good. Is it him, or are the O’s in vacation-mode? Jim Kaat used to say never believe anything you see in either spring training or September. This may be a case of that.

  104. BBB September 30th, 2007 at 2:59 pm

    Yay, Bobby got his 100th! Even if it was on an out.

  105. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 2:59 pm

    still 7-1 Marlins, 5th inning

  106. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 3:01 pm

    I’m getting a warm and fuzzy about all this! Jorgie managing, Torre on the bench greeting all his players as they come off and all the high-fivin goin on.

    anyone else feelin my sentiments?

  107. BBB September 30th, 2007 at 3:02 pm

    Wouter, thanks for the splits on Sabathia and update on Willis. It’s encouraging to see that there’s not THAT big a difference in righties’ numbers off CC vs. lefties’. Cause as much as I may want him to, I am almost sure Joe will not start Shelley.

  108. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 3:02 pm

    you can say what you want about Giambi, he is damn tough! if that ball hit Youkilous, there’d be the ambulance driving onto the on deck circle!

  109. Donnie Baseball September 30th, 2007 at 3:02 pm

    Hey,

    What’s the deal with Ian Kennedy? Will he make the playoff roster? Why not him or Hughes pitch game 4?

  110. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 3:03 pm

    oh, and AROD is going nowhere! he’s a Yankee and will retire as one – can anyone dispute that after his comments during the celebration Wed.nite in Tampa?

  111. BBB September 30th, 2007 at 3:05 pm

    “if that ball hit Youkilous, there’d be the ambulance driving onto the on deck circle!”

    LMAO!!! Agreed, Giambi is a BAMF! :D

  112. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 3:07 pm

    I’m not so sure about that BBB, Shelly is hitting the ball pretty hard now and he’s been responsible at 1st, the numbers work.

    8-1 Marlins!

  113. BBB September 30th, 2007 at 3:08 pm

    OK, if Chase Wright is getting a chance to pitch then I am officially on T-Clip watch again!!

  114. Sherri September 30th, 2007 at 3:08 pm

    Oh, and Boston is losing…well, not that it matters. :)

  115. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 3:08 pm

    BBB,

    I got BAMF, but what is LMAO??

  116. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 3:09 pm

    hey there Sherri! hows is goin?

  117. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 3:10 pm

    LMAO = laughing my azz off

  118. Luthien September 30th, 2007 at 3:10 pm

    LMAO=Laugh My A$$ Off

  119. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 3:10 pm

    BOS has their A lineup in there. They’re tough guy is at the plate now! Youki!

  120. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 3:11 pm

    oh, blonde moment!

  121. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 3:12 pm

    what an ugly MF!

  122. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 3:13 pm

    Nice job Chase! Way to get out of the jam!

    Dear Moose,

    please pitch Clippard next!

    love,
    me

  123. Green Tea Torre September 30th, 2007 at 3:17 pm

    wow!!! this blog has sunk to a new low. the mets win 88 games and it’s willie’s fault; the yanks win (probably) 94, and joe torre is a genius!! i’ll anticipate a “but it’s the national league!” defense, and point out that joe torre has a lot more talent to work with here in new york. he’s got an all-star at practically every position, plus the greatest closer in baseball, and a pitching rotation loaded with talent (not that they always produced, but you’d think pettite, wang, moose, clemens, hughes, and kennedy is enough of past, present and future talent to get a team to the postseason).

    i truly do not understand the logic of “the mets need a manager who can light a fire under them” while joe torre’s lackadaisical attitude is somehow his finest asset (even when the yankees are playing well below their potential as they did much of the first half).

  124. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 3:20 pm

    wen will we know the time of thurs game? Please, say its not A 7 O’CLOCK game.

  125. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 3:20 pm

    still 3-1 Phil

    all the Mets and their fans can hope for is the Nats to get it going, their game is over!

  126. kaam September 30th, 2007 at 3:21 pm

    blah blah blah mets fan pissed off coming on over to the yankees blog because hes madd wah wah wah

    I said it on their blog and Ill say it here, i hope jose’s play at the end of this season FINALLY ENDS all of the talk about him being on the same level as Jeter

  127. kaam September 30th, 2007 at 3:22 pm

    kennedy had back spasms he’s shut down for the year

  128. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 3:24 pm

    times for the ALDS are still TBD

  129. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 3:25 pm

    kay keeps saying steven white was in the trade for randy johnson – someone has to tell him that it was steven jackson. He has said that at least three times already this season and as of yet, no one has corrected him.

  130. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 3:26 pm

    its kind of embarassing – Michael is the face of the broadcasting team and he doesnt even know who is involved in yankee trades and no one in the organization knows enough to correct him!

  131. Joe from Long Island September 30th, 2007 at 3:27 pm

    Green Tea – Without getting into the Joe Torre debate (it’s been beaten to death), no one approach fits all situations. Sometimes you need a taskmaster, sometimes you need to turn down the stress level. Torre has the advantage of players like Jeter and Posada to apply the peer pressure in the clubhouse. Randolph doesn’t have that luxury. The result is what we’ve seen.

  132. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 3:27 pm

    kennedy no longer has back spasms – He HAD back spasms just to be clear. If we wanted him to, he could pitch in the playoffs.

  133. Sherri September 30th, 2007 at 3:28 pm

    JFW – It’s going well. Then there is ROFLMAO – rolling on floor LMAO. :) Youk is the biggest cry baby. I respect the rivalry and all, but ever sense that interview with Youk where he was like, “I don’t know why they don’t like me,” just made my stomach turn. bleh.

    Posada’s doing a good job today! I can’t WAIT for the post-season to get started!!

  134. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 3:30 pm

    Dave –

    you know it’s gonna be at nite. we’re draw bigger ratings, which = $$$

  135. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 3:30 pm

    hip hip, horray for Giambi!

  136. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 3:32 pm

    The way Jorge is coaching today, I wouldn’t be surprised if the Mets try to hire him as a player-manager next year.

  137. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 3:33 pm

    Giambi is finally looking good at the plate. A player like that really needs to start every day to get his act going. When giambi is on – he can carry the team. I really think he shuld be starting in the playoffs. But I guess he is only pinch hitting off the bench. To me, that doesnt really make much sense because he will prolly only pinch hit for mienky in late innings for one at bat. Then, we will lose our best defensive first baseman in late and extra innings when defense is the most important. NO SENSE.

  138. Sherri September 30th, 2007 at 3:33 pm

    I believe I read that Kennedy was shut down for the season, plus he’s getting married.

    As far as Torre, I don’t know what all it takes to do Torre’s job, but what I do know is that the players love and respect him, and that goes a long way in my book. For all of you people that hold Jeter in such high regard, why do you not respect his opinion of Torre? Just curious. Is Torre perfect? Well, NO! But as with any job, you take the package as a whole and weigh the good with the bad. To me, Torre comes out heavy on the good side every time. If you don’t believe me, just ask the men who have worked closest with him.

  139. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 3:34 pm

    SO I GUESS THAT MEANS 7.

  140. CATYA September 30th, 2007 at 3:34 pm

    Jeter’s future wife Jason is single!!!! Take him off our hands please.

  141. Sherri September 30th, 2007 at 3:35 pm

    Ok – I missed it. What did Giambi do? A HR?

  142. CATYA September 30th, 2007 at 3:37 pm

    Sherri he cheated did roids that’s a stain on the Yankees.

  143. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 3:39 pm

    Kennedy wasnt put on the dl or anything so he can still play. I thought he already got married. We really need him in the bullpen is all im saying. I dont trust any one torre will put in in the seventh – farnsworth, viz, villone they r all very very shaky. And ohlendorf has only pitched four innings in the majors. Now, he is going to pitch in the playoffs. Kennedy is nasty in the first innings and has at least pitched more than 20 innings in the majors. We desparately need a guy we can trust coming out in the seventh if wang, pettitte or clemens can only last six or so. I think we should be making a bigger deal of whether or not kennedy is on the post season roster.

  144. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 3:39 pm

    I have to go to my son’s lax game and I was hoping to be able to see Jorge walk up to the mound for the ball. Guess I’ll miss that…enjoy!

  145. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 3:40 pm

    Catya,

    ha ha, you know what roids does to your libido? no thanks!

  146. Sherri September 30th, 2007 at 3:41 pm

    Kennedy’s wedding date is Oct. 6th.

  147. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 3:41 pm

    have a nice rest of the day, be back on Thursday for sure!

  148. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 3:44 pm

    _I believe I read that Kennedy was shut down for the season, plus he’s getting married._

    Gawd, the getting “married” thing must be devastating.

    And Giambino is married.

  149. Sherri September 30th, 2007 at 3:44 pm

    JFW – See you then!

  150. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 3:44 pm

    melky on base percentage is almost ten points lower than posadas batting average. Just thought id point that out.

  151. Joe from Long Island September 30th, 2007 at 3:46 pm

    Sherri – I agree.

  152. Sherri September 30th, 2007 at 3:46 pm

    Mientkiewicz definitely for 1st base in the post season!!!!!

  153. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 3:47 pm

    I hope molina and mienky are hitting like this next week.

  154. Sherri September 30th, 2007 at 3:47 pm

    Joe from LI – I guess there’s always going to be someone out there who thinks they could do it “better.” :)

  155. Joe from Long Island September 30th, 2007 at 3:48 pm

    pete – I like your story about Shelley – He’s one interesting guy!

  156. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 3:49 pm

    The fans at Shea _booooooing_ the hell outta da Mets and it’s only bottom of the 6th!!

  157. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 3:52 pm

    acula – its 8 to 1 in the seventh inning – they have nine outs to score 7 runs. Yanks fans would be booing too if they did what the mets are about to do this season. Yanks fans bood arod mercilessly for a season most players dream about getting.

  158. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 3:52 pm

    they rnt booing they just all look extremely depressed right now.

  159. Sherri September 30th, 2007 at 3:53 pm

    Pete – good story about Shelley! I kinda feel for their mom though (being a mom myself). Holidays must be crazy at their house!!! I’m glad Shelley’s a Yankee!

  160. Joe from Long Island September 30th, 2007 at 3:53 pm

    The Mets do not have a culture of winning, and it shows, at every level, and not just today. They need a Mark Messier/Derek Jeter type.

  161. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 3:55 pm

    Shelli,
    the yanks dont have a game on october sixth. He could still be on the post season roster. They could push back their honeymoon two weeks so he can win a championship. Who wouldnt do that? Hes been dreaming about that his whole life.

  162. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 3:55 pm

    Ohlendorf in. Good call but I still want my T-Clip!!

    To those watching on YES today, is Kay accusing Moose of not taking pitching coach seriously again?

  163. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 3:55 pm

    Anyone think Minaya and/or Willie will get fired?

  164. Taylor September 30th, 2007 at 3:56 pm

    If you actually think Willie is to blame, you have no idea what you are talking about. The bullpen was a complete joke and couldn’t get anybody out if their life depended on it. It’s not Willie’s fault the GM put together a horrendous pitching staff.

    And the difference between the talent on the Yankees and the talent on the Mets is enormous.

  165. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 3:57 pm

    I really dont want villone on the post season roster

  166. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 3:59 pm

    Taylor, *I* don’t think Willie’s to blame at all, but sometimes owners overreact. If anything it is more Minaya’s fault for not adequately improving the team at the deadline (Phillies acquired a starter, they didn’t and it came back to bite them.) I really think this one rests squarely on the shoulders of the players, but this is such a bad choke for the Mets I think heads may roll within the org.

  167. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 3:59 pm

    veras and ramirez should have pitched themselves off of the post season roster. They have been nothing short of god awful this last week. Even yesterday, veras almost blew the game.

  168. Luthien September 30th, 2007 at 3:59 pm

    I keep hearing about all this bad blood between Kay and Mussina. What exactly happened?

  169. Sherri September 30th, 2007 at 4:00 pm

    BBB – you’re right. TOTAL CHOKE. Someone will have to answer for it.

    On another note, this is going to be a bad weekend for my fantasy football team. :(

  170. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 4:01 pm

    if alberto gonzalez doesnt make the team who would even be the backup infielder – sardihna?

  171. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 4:02 pm

    Like I said yesterday Edwar is in :) (he’s that change of pace pitcher they need)

    The decision is Veras or Ohlendorf and if it were me I’d choose Ohlendorf, he’s a better pressure pitcher from what I saw in Boston.

    so Ramirez, Villone, Ohlendorf so far :D

  172. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 4:03 pm

    Dave-

    enough of with the LifelessDispassionateLogic&Dialetics.

    Dis is New Yawk – let us revel in this 3-ring spectacle.

    Gosh, I bet you hated the bad-old-days of Times-Square, didn’t you!

  173. Jesse September 30th, 2007 at 4:05 pm

    IMO two things point to this being Torre’s last season w/the Yankees.

    Never mind all the back and forth about bullpen mgt./in game mgt./babysitting millionaires etc…

    When you are the manager and they give you a player and tell you how to use that player (Joba); what do they think of you as the manager?

    Add on to that that they told everyone not to talk about the Joba Rules in public and you the manager continue to do so, smacks of insubordination.

    IMO the handwriting was on the wall a couple of months ago and the team finally playing up to its potential doesn’t change a thing.

  174. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 4:06 pm

    with the way they played the last couple of weeks the mets dont deserve to make the playoffs they have absolutely sucked. The cardinals didnt deserve it last yr and they ended up winning which is ridiculous. Teams who dont deserve it shuldnt be lucky enough to make it.

  175. CATYA September 30th, 2007 at 4:06 pm

    DAVE THANK YOU !!

    I’ve been waiting for someone to say that too.He’s sooooo scary you never can be sure he’ll get outs.

  176. Joe from Long Island September 30th, 2007 at 4:06 pm

    So I’m going back and forth between YES and the Mets’ game, and my wife, who’s from Philadelphia, came in. She took one look at the score, and said “And these were the guys who ridiculed Jimmy Rollins?!”

    Who knows, there may be some interesting family discussions come World Series time.

  177. Sherri September 30th, 2007 at 4:07 pm

    Luthien – found this:

    Did anyone hear his diatribe against Mike Mussina today? He hates Mussina, and has openly said that he doesn’t like him because Mussina blew him off for an interview years ago. Well today, he went on and on about the “gall of Mike Mussina” telling “Brian Cashman how to do his job…” because he said he thinks Joba should pitch as needed in the playoffs.

    Also found this: “Petition to Have Kay Fired”:http://www.petitiononline.com/.....ition.html

  178. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 4:07 pm

    OK I really hope Ross giving up a run there doesn’t take him out of the running for a roster spot. I still think he is the best out of all the possibles (Villone, Veras & Edwar.)

  179. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 4:07 pm

    it’s looking like a slow and painful death at Shea Stadium, I said this to my friend last night Jose Reyes should not have instigated that fight yesterday, he gave the Marlins a reason to play today.

    I feel so sorry for Willie :(

  180. gayle September 30th, 2007 at 4:08 pm

    Dave the BU infielder is Betemit. Gonzalez wont make the postseason I think it will be Sardinia

  181. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 4:09 pm

    “And these were the guys who ridiculed Jimmy Rollins?!�

    Joe from LI: I myself ridiculed Rollins all season for the “we’re the team to beat” prediction. Looks like I will officially be eating my words. He has really led the charge down the stretch for them. Howard just hit #47, 6-1 Phils.

  182. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 4:10 pm

    I wish it were Gardner instead of Sardihna :( I mean Bronson’s speed and baserunning is questionable, Brett can flatout leave dust behind

  183. gayle September 30th, 2007 at 4:11 pm

    There is nothing better than a Harry Kalas HR call. growing up with him and Richie Asburn as my baseball commentators was a real treat.

  184. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 4:11 pm

    Let’s hope Reyes’ unremarkable stretch run performance this season puts to rest all this ridiculous discussion about who the best SS in NY is. Let’s be real here, Reyes can’t hold Jetes’ jock on his best day, and now EVERYONE knows it!!!

  185. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 4:13 pm

    Brandon: I agree on Brett Gardner. I assumed he was/is hurt or something because what other earthly reason would they have to NOT call him up as a pinch runner?

    P.S. the City of Brotherly love better enjoy the Phillies’ win because their victoriousness over NY won’t last long. :) Big Blue will lay the smack down on the Beagles tonight!!

  186. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 4:14 pm

    Jimmy Rollins is the MVP I called it since late June, he not only became Philly’s leader but the go to guy and it’s in a 2006 Jeter way that he did it, hitting w/ RISP, moving the guy over, hitting doubles and triples and stealing bases smartly, that man backed up his words, I was a fan of him since he said that.

    6 – 1 Philliy
    8 – 1 Mets and ex.Met Matt Lidstrom is trying to nail the coffin shut

  187. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 4:14 pm

    acula i have no idea what u meant by that comment.

    If we take edwar, vera and farnsworth with us to cleveland we will lose a game due to one of them i gaurantee it. They have already proved that they rnt good and cant handle pressure situations. You cant just ignore that because “they have good stuff.” It needs to translate on the mound in key situations and none of them have done anything to prove to us that they can handle pitching close games in the post season. The roster should be wang, pettitte, clemens, moose, hughes, kennedy, ohlendorf, vizcaino, farnsworth, chamberlain, mo, damon, jeter, abreu, arod, giambi, posada, matsui, mienky, melky, cano, molina, sardinha, duncan and betemit. Farnsworth should be used as little as possible and never in close or tie games unless absolutely nessecary ie we are out of pitchers.

  188. Luthien September 30th, 2007 at 4:14 pm

    I think it might have been because Gardner wasn’t on the 40 man roster and Bronson was. Not positive on that though.

    Do you guys see Bronson’s middle name?????

  189. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 4:15 pm

    BBB I truly want to believe my BIG BLUE can stop McNabb but I just don’t see it :(

  190. gayle September 30th, 2007 at 4:15 pm

    Brett Gardner is NOT on the 40 man roster thus why he is not in the mix

  191. ~Adam. September 30th, 2007 at 4:16 pm

    I can’t wait to abuse Mets fans ALLLLLLLLL winter long.

  192. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 4:17 pm

    Reyes is only 24. he’s still on the learning curve.

  193. ~Adam. September 30th, 2007 at 4:19 pm

    BBB-
    Totally agree with you. Jeter doesn’t go 0-4 with 4 meek pop ups in a game like this. Jeter never gets caught doggin’ it down the first base line. Reyes couldn’t even hold John Sterling’s jock.

    Giants are going to have their hands full tonight. I see a 38-35 Giants win. Their D sux!

  194. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 4:20 pm

    three outs until the mets season is over – i cant stand met fans this yr they go from cocky to cry babies. From the mets are now the best team in ny to im not even a mets fan any more cuz i cant stand to watch them lose. Grow up!

  195. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 4:21 pm

    jeter has the heart that reyes leaves in his locker in big games

  196. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 4:22 pm

    why are my mets comments not showing up

  197. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 4:22 pm

    i love how the announcers are laughing and joking and the camera is showing crying mets fans.

  198. ~Adam. September 30th, 2007 at 4:23 pm

    LOL- Mets announcers are already thanking producers for a great season.

    WHen Jeter was 24, he redefined the learning curve.

  199. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 4:23 pm

    Dave, WTF are you talking about can’t pitch under pressure ?Edwar pitched under pressure a night ago and it was a bunt that beat him, had basesloaded in Toronto and got the out, pitched in a 2 run game vs Detroit got the 3 outs. He can pitch under pressure.

    As for Farnsy who the hell knows. Everybody your thinking about like Ohlendorf who still will make it, or Joba also aren’t playoff tested. Again I see Joba,Ohlendorf,Viz,Farnsy,Ramirez,Villone and maybe Veras (his control issues has been a problem since the minors)

  200. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 4:24 pm

    ahhhh how adorable is Jorge with his pitching changes! This rules!

    JOBA TIME!!!

  201. Sherri September 30th, 2007 at 4:24 pm

    JOBA TIME!!!

  202. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 4:24 pm

    three more outs unbelievable

  203. Sherri September 30th, 2007 at 4:25 pm

    Dave – I’ve had a couple of posts not show up lately…not sure why.

  204. EY September 30th, 2007 at 4:26 pm

    Woooohooooo Jobaaaaa!!

  205. 2Yankees143 - - 27 in '07 September 30th, 2007 at 4:26 pm

    can the mets still win the wild card with padres loss? I know that it was if the padres win they were in with the wild card but they are losing so then what happens….oh well who cares go yankees!

  206. ~Adam. September 30th, 2007 at 4:26 pm

    Reyes is batting .214 in September, Jeter is batting .307 ON ONE KNEE.
    Reyes in Mr. April thru July. THe debate is over.

  207. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 4:26 pm

    Adam, so far Robbie Cano is breaking the curve lead Jeter had :D

  208. Silvio Dante September 30th, 2007 at 4:27 pm

    Look at all the front-running Mets fans heading for the doors. What a bunch of disloyal schmowhawks.

  209. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 4:27 pm

    Oh I missed it. Did jorge come out to the mound or Moose??

  210. ~Adam. September 30th, 2007 at 4:27 pm

    2Yankees143 – - 27 in ’07-
    nope, if the mets lose and philly wins, SD doesn’t matter.

  211. EY September 30th, 2007 at 4:28 pm

    2 outs left until Mets pack home for the year

  212. Joe from Long Island September 30th, 2007 at 4:29 pm

    BBB – Beleive me, I’m not trying to get anyone to eat their words, or embarass anyone (though Rollins has really stepped up and is a legit MVP candidate). I have enough skeletons in my own closet. I’ve just been amazed over time about how the Mets celebrate, and show up other teams, without having won anything. Maybe it’s just me, but I like how the Yanks, when they hit a homer, just run the bases and maybe take a curtain call, but do their elbow bashes and hugs in the dugout, instead of doing a whole dance routine, a la NFL, at the on-deck circle. Maybe that’s why Luis Castillo got thrown at yesterday, even though Milledge would have been a more appropriate target. But I digress.

    I fully agree with all comments on Jeter v. Reyes.

  213. EY September 30th, 2007 at 4:29 pm

    Last out left. Reyes being booed.

  214. ~Adam. September 30th, 2007 at 4:29 pm

    Reyes is getting booed whatever he does.

  215. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 4:29 pm

    Met fans booed Jose Reyes when he came to the plate.

  216. Hey Rocco.... September 30th, 2007 at 4:30 pm

    J-E-T-S JETS JETS JETS

  217. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 4:30 pm

    brandon with ur roster we would lose one game at least from one of edwar veras or farnsy blowing a save. Who exactly in our bullpen besides mo is playoff tested and has proved they can succeed. U dont need a playoff tested bullpen u need the best bullpen u can possibly take with u.

    This is who u want in the sixth and seventh innings:
    Veras – 9 innings – 6 hits, 7 walks, 5.79 era
    Ramirez – 21 innings – 24 hits, 14 walks, 8.14 era
    Villone – 42 innings- 36 hits, 18 walks, 4.25 era

    We should take ohlendorf, Hughes and kennedy not veras villone and ramirez. Im sorry but the three of them are pretty awful whether its reg season or post season. I dont want the sixth and seventh inning to become drawn out prayer sessions like last season. We actually have solid options this yr.

    Are u nuts?

  218. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 4:30 pm

    they are booing the crap out of Jose Reyes, I’m sorry but that’s just unbelieveable how they can jump on him and not look at Wright or that bullpen and Omar Minaya

  219. Silvio Dante September 30th, 2007 at 4:30 pm

    Bye bye Willie!!!!

  220. Helio September 30th, 2007 at 4:30 pm

    Do you think Easley is still happy he chose the Mets? It’s time to go back, look at all of those, “well it looks like the Mets are the new kinds of NYC baseball” articles from earlier in the year, and have a good f..u..c..k..i..n laugh.

  221. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 4:31 pm

    EY-

    You should hear the JOY in Harry Kalas in Philly as he pronounces the chalk outline in Shea.

  222. EY September 30th, 2007 at 4:32 pm

    ah ha ha ha ha ha game over, Mets lose. One more outs left in Philly until Mets sit home to watch TV.

  223. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 4:32 pm

    They’re going NUTZ in Philly!!

  224. Mike September 30th, 2007 at 4:32 pm

    Injury delay? Please say it isn’t one of ours.

  225. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 4:33 pm

    I wonder how Willie liked sipping that Champagne now?

  226. ~Adam. September 30th, 2007 at 4:33 pm

    Joe from Long Islan-
    I agree. THey do a lapdance for each other at homeplate and again at the on deck circle, then at the steps. It’s pathetic. Not to mention how much talking their fans did this year.

    Mets fans better not show their face tomorrow. DOn’t know how they can show their faces til next APril lol.

  227. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 4:33 pm

    Are the mets fans are stuck to their seats ??

  228. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 4:33 pm

    I can’t believe people are still sitting there watching.

  229. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 4:34 pm

    the mets did everything they could to lose this yr. They celebrated before they won, they thought they could just go on a streak whenever they wanted. They were cocky, they were crybabies, they didnt deserve it. I think omar was horrible this season – he gave them no pitching – they were lucky that oliver perez and main did soo well the first half. Imagine if they didnt.

  230. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 4:34 pm

    Dave, just be happy we’re in the playoffs and you can’t use a crstal ball on a guy like Edwar Ramirez or Jose Veras, they have the stuff when on thier game. You can’t have two of the same type of pitchers on the roster it’s either an Ohlendorf or Veras not both because you need a guy like Edwar to screw up hitters rythmn swing.

  231. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 4:34 pm

    Brandon: I think tonight will be a very high scoring game, but I am gonna believe we will edge them by a TD.

    Phillies are one out away…

  232. EY September 30th, 2007 at 4:34 pm

    *three more outs

  233. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 4:35 pm

    Paging Dr. acula, I need your help. I saw your other link, but I need to find back pages from May.

    I actually feel kinda bad laughing as they are crying, since we know what it feels like. But we only lose 4 in a row. They lost a 7 game lead.

  234. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 4:36 pm

    Phillies did it! Aww, I am genuinely happy for them :)

    HAHAHAHAHAHAHA METS!!! LOL LOL LOL!!!!!

  235. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 4:36 pm

    pathetic

  236. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 4:36 pm

    Its Catatonic at Shea.

    oh, that poor women crying, with the mascara running down her cheek.

    the stunned people.

    the women (atleast two) with their stuffed dog dolls.

    Oh to be a tabloid photographer, today!!

  237. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 4:38 pm

    i dont want edwar, veras or villone. I want hughes, kennedy and ohlendorf in the sixth and seventh, chamberlain in the eighth and mo in the ninth. If we need a pitcher cuz none of those guys can go, we can use farnsy or viz. With that formula, we shouldnt lose due to the pen.

  238. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 4:38 pm

    Moose says: “No T-Clip for you BBB!”
    hmmph.

  239. PittsburghYankeeFan September 30th, 2007 at 4:39 pm

    The Mets…simply unbelievable. They even had a chance for redemption today..and blew it. Unbelieveable.

  240. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 4:39 pm

    i wonder wat glavine is doing right now – prolly packing up his stuff to move back to atlanta. Omar is gone for sure – he really is to blame.

  241. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 4:40 pm

    Jen-

    start here

    http://tinyurl.com/3yhh8j

  242. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 4:40 pm

    Tom Glavine is not returning to Shea in 2008 in the same jersey. I saw this loss coming a mile away The GM who was gold last yr. screwed up this season, the firing of Downs and not getting a BP, then yesterday waking up a dead team in the Marlins, just not smart.

  243. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 4:41 pm

    how can u have the worst game of ur career on a day that the entire season is riding on – that has to tell you something about what kind of talent glavine has left in him

  244. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 4:41 pm

    jenn

    start here:

    http://www.newsday.com/news/pr.....on-utility

  245. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 4:42 pm

    Gonzo !!!! :D

  246. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 4:43 pm

    Joe from LI: I know you aren’t trying to get anyone to eat crow or anything. I just had to eat some cause I laughed really hard at him almost all season for his prediction. He proved me wrong, but I never have a problem being proven wrong by a hardworking, successful player. He has silenced all the critics this year, and I really hope he wins the MVP.

  247. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 4:43 pm

    Thanks!! This is going to be so much fun, I’m going to make up a nice scrap book. I can’t wait!!

  248. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 4:44 pm

    you have to give the marlins props – they played their heart out for nothing except to get the mets out of the post season.

  249. gayle September 30th, 2007 at 4:45 pm

    For those of us Philly fans the best thing about today was after J-Ro made his comments to the fans after the game they played Celebration which when the Phils went to the playoffs in 1980 was a HUGE theme song also Aint No Stoppin Us now but brought goose bumps back to me.

  250. gayle September 30th, 2007 at 4:47 pm

    Dave totally agree have to give credit to BOTH the Marlins and the Nationals who were in the midst of all of this for both tthe Mets. Phils and The Cubs (remember the Marlins took 2 of 3 from them earlier in teh week). Shows a lot about those teams and their leaders.

  251. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 4:50 pm

    Dave
    September 30th, 2007 at 4:38 pm
    i dont want edwar, veras or villone. I want hughes, kennedy and ohlendorf in the sixth and seventh, chamberlain in the eighth and mo in the ninth. If we need a pitcher cuz none of those guys can go, we can use farnsy or viz. With that formula, we shouldnt lose due to the pen.

    ——————————————–

    I know you don’t want Villone,Edwar or Veras but that’s my point what your asking for is about favoritism not game managing.

    you can’t use Farnsy on back to back nights he flames out, Viz is a given, Kennedy has a stiff back and hasn’t pitched in sometime now. P.S. Ian Kennedy has never in his life from H.S. to MLB pitched any innings of relief they would never do that now. So already a fault to this plan

    Edwar is a change of pace pitcher most likely will pitch the 6th inning if successful will F*** w/ batters swing rythmn making them lamed ducks for Viz or Joba or Mo. Villone is in just to pitch vs LHB because he’s a lefty and we need him, Ohlendorf or Veras will be the final choice because one way or another Edwar is already in.

  252. Luthien September 30th, 2007 at 4:50 pm

    What is Bronson’s “native” or original position? I didn’t think it was third but could be wrong.

  253. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 4:52 pm

    damn I never knew Jason is slower than Molina

  254. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 4:52 pm

    Um Doesn’t Kay know that Molina is on the Yankees not the o’s.

  255. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 4:52 pm

    Have the Phillies postgame on mute, Rollins gettin’ jiggy with it in the locker room celebration, lol. As well he should, he earned it!

  256. ~Adam. September 30th, 2007 at 4:53 pm

    WOW! Rollins’ season a 20-20-20-20
    thats 20 homers, triples, doubles, and steals. Reyes isn’t even the best SS in that division. He might not even be the secon best with Ramirez coming along.

  257. Andrew September 30th, 2007 at 4:55 pm

    The YES announcers seem to think Sardinha isn’t going to be on the postseason roster…I think he’s actually a good pick because of his speed and versatility…

    Thoughts?

  258. Alex September 30th, 2007 at 4:56 pm

    This is truly a great day for Yankee fans. I will have a field day at work tomorrow, there’s quite a few Met fans there.

  259. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 4:57 pm

    BBB please youtube it or somebody here please youtube the Phillies postgame, I’m also happy for Philly they needed it and wanted it more.

    Now if only McNabb comes up w/ a fever :(

    how the heck Farnsy actually has looked good since switching to the windup ?

  260. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 4:59 pm

    Farnsy hurt his groin

  261. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 4:59 pm

    OMG. What’s wrong with Farnsy??????

  262. EY September 30th, 2007 at 5:00 pm

    Is Farnsy really hurt?

  263. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 5:01 pm

    um this is NOT good.

  264. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 5:01 pm

    I hope he’s okay. Looked like he did something to his leg, maybe he just landed funny?

  265. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 5:01 pm

    he tweaked his groin a bit I caught it quick when he lifted his leg to stretch it.

  266. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 5:01 pm

    Kennedy is excellent in the first inning of his starts – opponent are 1 for ten against him with four walks in the first innin – the walks would prolly go down if he was coming in in relief. Unless u r coming in in the middle of the inning, relief isnt so much different esp in the post season when he will have a number of days off in between appearances. Plus, henn hadnt started in forever and he started today. Fact is edwar has an 8.14 er in the majors. Whether he has good stuff or not is completely irrelevant cuz he isnt pitching well in the majors. In six of his last seven appearances, edwar has allowed at least one run. In that time, he also has a loss and a blown save. In those appearances, he has pitched 4.1 innings giving up 9 runs, 9 hits and 5 walks. He was prolly going to make the post season but now due to all that he prolly wont. Veras has 7 walks and six hits in nine innings – not exactly what u wanna see from a reliever. Really veras has too small of a sample size to know if he is a good major league pitcher. I never said to use farnsy on back to back days – i said to use him wen we dont have anyone else available. He should pitch as little as possible in those situations. We really dont need a lefty specialist with a bunch of quality relief but i guess if their is room villone would be fine to take. Edwar SHOULD NOT BE ON THE ROSTER IN A WEEK – he has proved nothing.

  267. Wouter - zevenentwinting in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 5:01 pm

    HR House… That actually is funny :o ). I was thinking, hmm, the season goes from Pavano to Farnsy, and then he just gives up the HR. How characteristic :)

  268. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 5:02 pm

    S.O.B. Farnsy trying to hurt our trainer

  269. MJL September 30th, 2007 at 5:02 pm

    Adam -

    I would take Ramirez and Rollins over Reyes any day of the week. What good are stolen bases if you can’t get on base (going 0-5 in the last game of the season).

  270. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 5:03 pm

    Theeeee Yankees win!!!

    Just hoping Farnsy is okay!

  271. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 5:04 pm

    Anyone know why Jorge goes to touch second after every win?

  272. '07 Gabriel ( #27 in '07 ) September 30th, 2007 at 5:04 pm

    …so 94-68, not bad. On to the playoffs and time to show the Nation ( I’m talking about the united states…not the R.Sx Silly Nation ) what kind of team we have, that MOST all counted out at the end of May !

  273. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 5:05 pm

    Brandon: I don’t know how to youtube something that’s on TV, I am technologically slow lol. But if you go to the Comcast SportsNet Philly site, they will probably have video there, if not now then soon!

  274. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 5:06 pm

    Padres are losing and Rockies are tie at 1-1 in the top of the 7th.

    If the Padres and Rockies finish in a tie for the Wild Card, a one-game playoff will be played Monday at Colorado.

  275. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 5:06 pm

    With kennedy on the roster, we could have five quality relief pitchers in Mo, chamberlain, kennedy, hughes, and ohlendorf, and 2 wildcards in viz and farnsy who r nasty at times and awful at times. Sounds much better than villone, veras, ramirez, farnsy, viz, mo and chamberlain

  276. Stuart September 30th, 2007 at 5:07 pm

    reyes had a terrible 2nd half. he is young and very talented.. I feel bad for Willie R. he is a class act..

    Sardinha will be on the postseason roster in my opinion.

  277. Stuart September 30th, 2007 at 5:08 pm

    Kennedy has been shut down so dream on……

  278. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 5:08 pm

    michael kay just said during the game that kennedy is an option.

  279. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 5:09 pm

    i swear if we dont take kennedy and the bullpen makes us lose in the playoffs …

  280. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 5:10 pm

    ohhhhh GOD Chris Russo for 2 HRS on WFAN after a Mets collapse I feel for you Mets fans where ever you are :(

  281. Kill-Schill(ing) September 30th, 2007 at 5:10 pm

    Hey, what happened to Farnsworth? And was the homerun he yielded hit hard or was it Camden Yard left-field fly ball?

  282. This just in ...... September 30th, 2007 at 5:10 pm

    Overtime for city sanitation workers. Trash cans in Queens are stuffed to the clouds with Mets gear.
    Fans flipping birds at Shea as the No. 7 trains pull away from Willets Point platforms.

  283. MJL September 30th, 2007 at 5:10 pm

    Stuart, Kennedy was only shut down for the regular season and is in consideration for the post season.

  284. NanjemoyEd September 30th, 2007 at 5:11 pm

    I’d almost rather see Farnsy hurt so he can’t be on the playoffs roster. My blood pressure shoots through the roof every time he comes into a game. You’d almost think that Krazy Kyle was an insurgent planted on our roster by Terry Francona.

  285. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 5:12 pm

    Oh it is going to be so much fun listening to Boomer and Chris tomorrow morning. They will be crying in their milk. LOL

  286. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 5:13 pm

    Jamie Moyer getting interviewed in Phillies postgame while holding his 3 or 4 year old son. AWWWW!!!!!

  287. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 5:15 pm

    Jennifer Russo is on right now on 660 WFAN putting the finishing knife jabs in

  288. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 5:15 pm

    Great closing video on yes. :)

  289. NanjemoyEd September 30th, 2007 at 5:16 pm

    BBB, are you sure that that’s not Moyer’s grandson???

    (Just kiddin’!)

  290. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 5:17 pm

    P.S. there is no way Kennedy is pitching relief he has never done it the only way this happens is if Farnsy is actually hurt.

  291. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 5:17 pm

    If anyone hears about the Rally in Bryant Park, please post it.

    I’ll be going.

  292. gayle September 30th, 2007 at 5:18 pm

    Jennifer that video and those quotes were fantastic

  293. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 5:19 pm

    It was very well done.

  294. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 5:20 pm

    Well BILLY WAGNER OPENS HIS FAT MOUTH TO THE NYPOST

    *New York Post – The Mets’ bullpen has been a mess for most of the season, and Billy Wagner evidently is tired of the pitchers involved shouldering the blame. In a New York magazine article that hits newsstands tomorrow, Wagner points a finger at Willie Randolph and pitching coach Rick Peterson as part of the problem.

    “We’ve been throwing four innings a night – for months!” Wagner told the magazine. “Our pitching coach has no experience talking to a bullpen. He can help you mechanically, but he can’t tell you emotions. He has no idea what it feels like. And neither does Willie. They’re not a lot of help, put it that way.”*

  295. gayle September 30th, 2007 at 5:21 pm

    Classic Russo rant happening as we speak almost as good as the Pacman Jones one lol

  296. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 5:21 pm

    Oh no the EFF that punk Billy Wagner DIDN’T blame it on Willie!!! UGH WHAT AN A$$HOLE!!!!

  297. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 5:22 pm

    For those that want to watch it you can see the Phillies celebrate online, just go to their main page.

  298. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 5:22 pm

    Gayle I’m getting the popcorn and soda for this one ;)

  299. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 5:23 pm

    OK I think Betemit should start charging broadcasters for massacring the pronounciation of his name. 25 cents per mispronounciation!

  300. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 5:23 pm

    WOW, it is all falling apart in Shea.

  301. Alex September 30th, 2007 at 5:26 pm

    Wagner was quick to say his words were taken out of context.

  302. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 5:26 pm

    BBB I said the same thing this MOFO has the nuts to blame it on Willie Randolph & not himself MAN UP BILLY , MAN THE F*** UP !!!

  303. dontfirecash September 30th, 2007 at 5:28 pm

    Go Rockies!!! Tied up 1-1 at Coors in the eighth, with the Padres getting drilled by the Brewers.

  304. Update ............. September 30th, 2007 at 5:28 pm

    Mike Lupica doing his best backpeddle to the Bronx. Now ready to jump on Yankee bandwagon. His tears have dried after the Shea fiasco.

  305. BK in Athens September 30th, 2007 at 5:31 pm

    Listening in through Gameday Audio. Been overseas since just after the All-Star Break, and my joy at watching the Yankees climb the standings into the postseason is a bit muted today. I’m a Yankee fan, not a Met fan, but everyone on this board probably knows what it’s like to watch your team go into a do-or-die game and get smashed flat in the top of the first, never to recover.

    That said, I come back to New York on October 23, and I’m hoping that the House will still be open for business…

  306. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 5:36 pm

    Just went to the met message board for giggle.
    some funny topics
    Does Reyes have a choking dance?.
    Realistic % chance of getting Santana or Arod?
    Trivia question, who S.uc.ks more,the Mets or the Mets?
    Willie- “We fought hard at times”

  307. Wouter - zevenentwinting in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 5:38 pm

    The Rockies game is a nice one to follow, btw.

  308. Cheesyhoboe September 30th, 2007 at 5:38 pm

    Not that I care, but uh… the K Farns isn’t hurt, is he?

  309. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 5:39 pm

    Question when will reporters learn to stop making predictions.

    http://www.nypost.com/seven/08.....htm?page=0

  310. dontfirecash September 30th, 2007 at 5:39 pm

    Helton up, runners at the corners, nobody out in the bottom of the eighth

  311. Mets hater September 30th, 2007 at 5:40 pm

    hahahahahaha mets, was waiting for this collapse the whole season!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  312. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 5:40 pm

    He just felt a little pop in his hip or something. Mussina says it happens to all of them. It was nothing.

  313. Jeff NJ September 30th, 2007 at 5:42 pm

    Lupica. The only good thing about the Mets collapse. I see him in a few years with a straight jacket on screaming “Family Guy Clemens”, “$26M bust Igawa”, as his neck twitches and his eyes glaze over. What a major a hole. I wonder if he’ll even address the Mets historic collapse in an article, I know he won’t say a word on the next Sports Reporters. He actually said today that the Mets are going through what the Yankees went through at the beggining of the season, he ignored the fact that if the Mets had the same record as the Yankees they would not only have made the playoffs, they would have the number 1 seed. Hate that idiot.

    On the other hand, I feel bad for Willie Randolph. He’s a class act. Unfortunately it is worth it because Lupica is such an ahole.

  314. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 5:44 pm

    *Ok see I’m in an elated mood but I need advice people I’m a suffering NY Football Giants fan should I watch this game and spoil my night ?*

  315. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 5:45 pm

    Update ………….

    where is Lupica, now?

    just this morning, about 7 hrs ago, he said “it’s gonna be a fun to be at Shea stadium todayâ€?

  316. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 5:47 pm

    Brandon, No. Tivo or tape it.

    I didn’t watch my pathetic jets lose today. So don’t watch the equally pathetic giants.

  317. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 5:50 pm

    I need to sit down and write a nice letter to Lupica.

    check this site out dedicated to him
    http://enough-lupica.com/

  318. BBB (on T-Clip watch) September 30th, 2007 at 5:51 pm

    “MAN UP BILLY , MAN THE F*** UP !!!”

    Brandon: amen! And until he does man up he will continue to choke when it matters. You can’t succeed in the clutch till you can take responsibility for your previous failures in the clutch, just ask Dirk Nowitzki in the NBA – he choked 2 years in a row because he blamed everything on the refs the first time around. Gotta man up!

    Also, I may be a glutton for punishment lol, but I am watching the G-Men tonight!

  319. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 5:51 pm

    brandon, if the only way kennedy pitches in relief is in farnsy is hurt – god i hope he is hurt!

  320. Jeff NJ September 30th, 2007 at 5:51 pm

    Giants-Eagles? How can a fan of the Giants not watch that game? Remember the lessons learned from this Yankee season, never give up hope. Also, enjoy the struggle so you can enjoy the success in the end.

  321. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 5:52 pm

    Isn’t baseball Grand!

    we’ll have a One-Game elimination mañana btn the rockies and padres

  322. jennifer 27 in 07 September 30th, 2007 at 5:55 pm

    When are they playing it? And will it be on national tv?

  323. Dave September 30th, 2007 at 5:57 pm

    russo is such an idiot – he cant root for his own team so he just roots against every other team in baseball. I really hate him.

  324. peter September 30th, 2007 at 6:00 pm

    I wonder what steve phillips is going to say now. I remember when he said:”the yankees will not make the playoffs.” now he will probably say that the yankees will lose to the indians.

  325. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 6:01 pm

    Jen-

    Since the playoff are on TBS, I imagine they’ll carry tomorrow’s game too. An 8:15 PM Eastern start time is likely.

  326. Jeff NJ September 30th, 2007 at 6:02 pm

    I don’t mind Russo because he’s honest. He roots against the Yankees and tries to jinx them but he congratulates them when they’re good and gives them proper credit when they succeed. Steve Phillips and Mike Lupica just bash the Yankees and pretend to be objective, I hate that much more.

  327. 380donuts.com September 30th, 2007 at 6:14 pm

    chomp…chomp…chomp chomp chomp….

    (cough)

    Oh, hi Yankee fans. I just wanted to….chomp chomp chomp…congratulate you on the Boston creme…er…chomp chomp…I mean, the Wild Card…

    Chomp…chomp…vomit…chomp..

  328. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 6:19 pm

    Just in..

    Padres at Colorado; 7:37 PM; TBS

  329. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 6:20 pm

    that’s on Monday people ^^^

  330. Dr. Acula September 30th, 2007 at 6:36 pm

    thanks, Brandon.

  331. karlkole September 30th, 2007 at 6:39 pm

    ‘m watching SNY (Channel 26 on Time Warner) right now at 6:30pm EST and they’re broadcasting

    “METS PLAYOFF PREVIEW”

    I S H I T YOU NOT!!

    LMAO !!

  332. Brandon September 30th, 2007 at 6:50 pm

    that loud noise you hear in the background isn’t a Met fan cheering, it’s Steve Philips in the ESPN headquarters he can’t help it

  333. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 8:07 pm

    So now what do we do until Thursday nite?

  334. Jeter's future wife September 30th, 2007 at 9:08 pm

    ESPN Baseball Tonite is on now.

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