The Captain punches out Tiger
Posted by: Peter Abraham - Posted in Misc on Oct 29, 2008 
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A few notes:
Brian Cashman wasn’t the only guy making a few extra bucks promoting video games yesterday. Derek Jeter was in Orlando with his pal Tiger Woods playing Facebreaker, some video boxing game.
“We were just playing a game which I beat him in a few times,†Jeter said. “We’ve got video, photos, all the proof.â€
The two Gillette spokesmen are working with EA Sports on some sort of contest where the winners gets to play them in February. You can learn more about it here.
Jeter said he hasn’t been watching the playoffs. “I see highlights of them. If I’m not playing in it, I don’t really want to sit around and watch, but I’d be lying to you if I said I’m not interested in what’s going to happen,” he said. “I’m not rooting for anybody.â€
On the Rays: “They have a young team and I’m sure they’re going to be good for many years, and that unfortunately makes that division that much tougher.”
On the Yankees: “We need to play consistent baseball. I’ve said time and time again, the best teams make (the playoffs) and the hottest team wins. This year, we weren’t either one.â€
On possible Yankee moves: “There’s so many rumors in New York. I learned a long time ago not to even comment on potential teammates.â€
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LHP Jeremy Bleich pitched seven innings in Hawaii last week, allowing two runs on five hits and striking out eight. He is 2-1 with a 2.45 ERA in five starts. Austin Jackson is up to .288 in Arizona, having recovered from a slow start.
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Bob, one of our readers, attended the annual ALS Association New York chapter awards dinner in Manhattan on Monday. Honorees included Sandy Koufax, Chris Chamblis and John McEnroe. Attendees included Tommy John, Howard Cross, Rod Gilbert, Ralph Branca and Graig Nettles. The event raised over $750,000.
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The ratings for the World Series are down 24 percent from last year. This Series will likely end up the lowest-rated ever. They want the Yankees in the playoffs, they need the Yankees in the playoffs.
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This is supposedly A-Rod’s apartment that is up for sale.
Derek’s responses were the standard Jeter quotes.
Derek Jeter is a smart cookie. I know he’s not an exciting interview, and you’re not going to get much information from him, but that style has served him very wellover the years. Frankly, who needs controversy????? It’s highly over-rated.
RE: LOL Pete why do you even bother to interview him, everyone who post here can tell you exactly what he will say… there’s being non-controversial and then there’s down right boring.
Take for example the playing consistent…duh we already know that but how does the team plan to do that? Is anyone doing anything in the off season to improve?
As for the playoffs he shouldn’t most people haven’t been watching
As for Arod’s condo: what’s up with that furniture?
No wonder Arod is always wound so tight. Who could relax in that museum?
“No wonder Arod is always wound so tight. Who could relax in that museum?”
no kidding.
imagine what it must’ve been like, to be in that place as a baby.
does anybody else think that Damon is going to be the starting CFer on opening day? I do.
A Rod needs to get better taste. Looks like he’s living in the Gilded Age.
Incognito -
No, ARod needs to develop a personality. The furniture, the decorating is nondescript, generic. No personality at all. Very pretty, very nice, very expensive. But ARod doesn’t “live” there.
I wonder if there’s one room in the place that is “his” – reflective of him or at least just comfortable, that they don’t show.
When he did the Katie Curic interview his house in Miami had a lot of flair and looked very well decorated. He even showed his ‘man cave’ (my term not his) where he kept all his sports related stuff.
My comment on the furniture, I’m sure that’s not Alex’s stuff (my guess he is has already moved out) but the furniture looks really bad for a house in my neighborhood let alone one that is going for $14 mil!! And I’m not even going too mention the red wallpaper if that is how the rich live then I’ll stay ‘poor’ thank you
I wonder if there’s one room in the place that is “his†– reflective of him or at least just comfortable, that they don’t show.
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There was, until Cindy threw out all the Madonna photos.
“imagine what it must’ve been like, to be in that place as a baby.”
I think Arod has only lived there the last couple of years.
Who knows. Maybe the place was renovated or “flipped” for these photos. The type of person who can afford these type of homes are not usually jocks. Maybe the the style was updated to fit the generic “taste” of the “class” of people who would want to buy it.
Yes, that red bathroom is hideous! How can you spend some quality time in that with your coffee and morning newspaper?
The bathroom was pretty garish!
The furnishings, etc., could have been staged, but since he doesn’t live there full time, he could have had it done this way from the start. Who knows? Who really, really cares?
I gotta say though, you know it’s a slow news day for the Yankees when all there is to talk about is ARod’s apartment!
“Mark in Tampa
October 29th, 2008 at 8:29 am
“imagine what it must’ve been like, to be in that place as a baby.â€
I think Arod has only lived there the last couple of years”
ferris bueller reference
The place is big, but couldn’t he hire an interior decorator or something? He’s got enough money. The place looks like it was designed by a blind 80 year old. All the furniture is missing is the plastic covers. Also, the bathroom looks like a Chinese brothel. A bathroom needs tranquil colors to be conducive to the flow.
Doreen, very true. Slow news cycle I guess. I found this on mlbtraderumors via the NY Post:
“The article’s authors do not see the Yankees as suitors for Fielder, due to his defense and the team’s long-term desire to move Derek Jeter to first base after the 2010 season.”
http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/.....lling.html
Let’s see….since these pix have been published, people on this board have used the terms: trailer trash, no personality, no taste, lives in a museum, and those are the clasier ones. How many men actually have much to do with decorating the place/places that they live in, especially if they are married? Almost none. You people are unbelievable. It’s worse than listening to a bunch of snobbish old women at church when they discover somebody’s not there, because it gives them somebody to talk about.
I realize that it’s been a slow couple of weeks in Yankeeland, but, Christ, this catty BS has been going on too long. Just be happy with the production and defense that Rodriguez provides to a team that needs him a Hell of a lot more than he needs them. I swear, I can’t figure people out.
To be jealous and narrow-minded over somebody that nobody on this board knows is rather childish….more along the lines of a bunch of junior high school girls not liking the new girl in school.
No offense to blind 80 year old’s
Tom,
Who’s fatter Prince Fielder or Dom Deluise?
Lets face it, If the pics were of a more modest place he’d be criticized for that. Alex’s life and career have become some sort of rorschach test for the fans and media.
Neither. John Goodman is the fatest man. He had to LOSE lose weight to play Babe Ruth!
“The article’s authors do not see the Yankees as suitors for Fielder, due to his defense and the team’s long-term desire to move Derek Jeter to first base after the 2010 season.â€
Tom, thats what they call in the newspaper industry, “making things up.”
“GreenBeret7
October 29th, 2008 at 8:47 am
Let’s see….since these pix have been published, people on this board have used the terms: trailer trash, no personality, no taste, lives in a museum, and those are the clasier ones. How many men actually have much to do with decorating the place/places that they live in, especially if they are married? Almost none. You people are unbelievable. It’s worse than listening to a bunch of snobbish old women at church when they discover somebody’s not there, because it gives them somebody to talk about.
I realize that it’s been a slow couple of weeks in Yankeeland, but, Christ, this catty BS has been going on too long. Just be happy with the production and defense that Rodriguez provides to a team that needs him a Hell of a lot more than he needs them. I swear, I can’t figure people out.
To be jealous and narrow-minded over somebody that nobody on this board knows is rather childish….more along the lines of a bunch of junior high school girls not liking the new girl in school”
GB: I mistook the person I responded to, for quoting Ferris Bueller. I’m innocent : )
But John Goodman is like 6’5, isn’t Fielder like 5’10?
TT, I know- it’s the NY POST after all. That paper will print anything.
Take it with a grain of salt. I just figured it was better to talk about that than Alex’s drapes.
I’m sure the Post will report later that Teixeira is “on the Yankees radar”.
I really hope the series ends tonight. First cause I want the Phillies to win, second cause I’m ready for the hot stove to heat up. I hate basketball and hockey, and football is once a week, so we need to get something cooking.
Madonna will design the look of the new pad.
GB7,
Relax, it’s just a joke. Arod is probably my favorite current Yankee after Mo, certainly his ABs are must-see TV, but it is ok to poke a little fun at his expense every now and then. What else are we going to talk about, game 5 1/2 of the WS, which, I think is on the verge of being rescheduled to Spring Training. Oh wait, they have the WBC then, I guess this is Bud’s opportunity to have the WS end in a tie.
btw, i thought most people already declared Bleich a 2008 draft bust… why are we still following him?
Jennifer,
Football is kicking around the idea of expanding their season, if that happens, it should carry it up until Spring Training. Anything to eclipse Basketball & Hockey is ok in my book.
vinny-b
October 29th, 2008 at 8:56 am
“GreenBeret7
October 29th, 2008 at 8:47 am
GB: I mistook the person I responded to, for quoting Ferris Bueller. I’m innocent : )
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LMAO. I’m guilty. That quote went over my head, Vinny…I’ve never seen the movie.
Is Bleich pronounced Bleach, Blike, or like a vomit sound.
Somehow I doubt Arod has a mini toilet with a wood seat in his crib.
In the building that arods apartment is in all the apartments look the same… At least the main living areas. My friend Lives in the same building and it looks exactly the same… So it’s not his taste that should be criticized per se
Coel Hamels have thrown more pitches, then any other pitcher this year
“TurnTwo
October 29th, 2008 at 9:04 am
btw, i thought most people already declared Bleich a 2008 draft bust… why are we still following him?”
good point.
haven’t seen him pitch in Hawaii/AFF. However, he really impressed me when pitching for Stanford in the College World Series.
Would today be considered Cole Hamel’s throw day, or would that be tomorrow? If it is, he could throw a complete game– tho I think that if it was close– they would hand the ball to Lidge.
vinny-b
October 29th, 2008 at 9:24 am
“TurnTwo
October 29th, 2008 at 9:04 am
btw, i thought most people already declared Bleich a 2008 draft bust… why are we still following him?â€
good point.
haven’t seen him pitch in Hawaii/AFF. However, he really impressed me when pitching for Stanford in the College World Series.
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Yep…He reminds me of a young version of Andy Pettitte. The hope is that although he had some minor arm issues in school, he seems to have overcome the problem. Right now, his biggest issue is his command.
where’s Bleich going to be next season? If its SI I may have to check him out.
Tom
October 29th, 2008 at 9:49 am
where’s Bleich going to be next season? If its SI I may have to check him out.
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I’d imagine he’ll start out in Charleston, and depending on how he does by mid-season, in Tampa.
Thanks GB. Maybe I’ll see him in Lakewood when the ‘dogs pass on through.
Or I could just wait until he hits Trenton.
Man am I spoiled. So much baseball to see around here.
What about Brackman?
GB:
exactly. It is what i told my father, after he pitched the game vs Arizona State.
TheY’ll want him pitching from the first of the year, and, since Staten Island doesn’t start until late June or Early July, Charleston is the most logical. That’s good, because I’ll get a chance to watch him, Maruszak, Greinke and Venditte live quite a few times.
vinny-b
October 29th, 2008 at 9:56 am
GB:
exactly. It is what i told my father, after he pitched the game vs Arizona State
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It’ll be curious to see ifhe gets some spring training time with the big club, just to have him talk with Pettitte and for Pettitte to show hi his cutter. That’s where NYY is missing the boat if they don’t allow guys like Pettitte, Mussina and Rivera work with these kids. They are natural pitching coaches and NYY legends.
Thanks again GB. Who are you most excited to see this year? Or, which players intrigue you the most?
Tom, not a problem. Not sure about Brackman. I’d guess that he also goes to spring training early for some hands on. After that, I’d guess extended spring training games, because of the armsurgery. I can’t imagine that they’d start him in Charleston, though, that’s certainly possible. He’s been pitching pretty well, lately in Hawaii.
Tom, it’s the players/pitchers that I mentioned, but, Kruml from Staten Island seems like he may have something. Baisley and Pruitt, I’ve seen, but, they’re a bit older than the others. I saw Jack Rye play in the college WS and he has a bit of power. Melky Mesa seems to have a lot of power but, so far, not much average. Hard to figure out Andy Shive. 9-2 for a relief pitcher is a bit much, but, he may be a starter…I’m just curious, because those numbers are good…all of them.
“GreenBeret7
October 29th, 2008 at 10:01 am
It’ll be curious to see ifhe gets some spring training time with the big club, just to have him talk with Pettitte and for Pettitte to show hi his cutter. That’s where NYY is missing the boat if they don’t allow guys like Pettitte, Mussina and Rivera work with these kids. They are natural pitching coaches and NYY legends”
definitely. NYY needs to take advantage of that fact.
in the particular game i viewed (vs Arizona St) it looked like he was throwing an inside cutter. Did it look like a cutter to you?
Those Gillete commercials are horrendous!
Can somebody tell me why the last time Hughes pitched in the AFL was Oct18 and for Brackman was Oct21????
Hope these guys aren’t hurt or something
Yeah, Vinny. Bleich was thowing a good college cutter, but, some time with Pettitte will help him with it quite a lot. NYY has a lot of pitchers ad many all throw different quality pitches..curves, sliders, cutters, changeups and 2 and 4 seam fastballs. I’d love to see them work with each other and tach others their best pitch. If you get a chance to see them where you live, go watch Jonathan Ortiz, Ryan Zink and especially Wlkins De La Rosa. Just be prepared to pick your jaw up off of the ground when you see De La Rosa.
Hughes pitched in the All Star game a few days ago and Brackman is pitching for a team with about 15 pitchers. He’s made 5 starts in their 22 games. They’ve also had rainouts on Sunday and Monday.
Remember the clip ESPN showed at the ASG where Rivera was showing his cutter grip to just about every pitcher who was there.
the look of curiosity and awe on some of their faces were priceless.
I’m the first one to complain when people slam A-Rod, but I’m sorry – that place is fugly.
Tom,
I remember, I also remember thinking that Roy Halladay doesn’t need any more help! But, I guess if it was just as easy as a certain grip, every pitcher on the Yankees would have Rivera-like success. Rivera’s success is due to the movement on his cutter, but moreso his command of the zone and his mental makeup.
GB7,
Nice rant there over our petty comments. I haven’t looked at the pictures here, but I can certainly imagine what they look like. We’ve got some sharp cookies here.
The furnishings, if they’re his or look anything like what we’ve seen of his places last year, sound like they’re pretty bad. So bad that I don’t want to look.
Not saying this is true in Alex’s case, but money can’t buy you everything. Even good taste.
Thanks for all the tidbits about the young’uns in the lower system.
I think its hillarious reading some of the comments on the A-Rod apartment. That look is what interior decorators come up with. Poor A-Rod got taken by whomever did the job.
I remember Mo talking about how he has tried to show others how to throw his cutter. He just shook his head and said, “it’s not the same, just not the same.”
Mark, It’s not how you throw it. It’s who’s throwing it.
GB
I think I started this apt. stuff yesterday- so I apologize if it came off petty. It wasn’t an indictment of a person just surprised by the furnishings. The traditional look was just more reminiscent of an older couple instead of a young family. I would bet Alex had little input into the furnishings, most married men don’t, but I just expected a more contemporary/casual/comfy look. It’s a 4BR/6Bath apt so the pictures shown don’t tell the whole story but I guess it just wasn’t what I expected.
On a baseball related matter…Arn Tellem tells the Post he is meeting with Moose in PA later this week to see if he has made a final decision and Giambi still wants to be a Yankee.
Can someone pls explain me what means non-tender? I read that the Yankees might non-tender Betemit. thx in advance for your answer.
“Arn Tellem tells the Post he is meeting with Moose in PA later this week to see if he has made a final decision and Giambi still wants to be a Yankee.”
Sorry, Giambi – but we don’t want you. Thank you for your years of service, but your reign in pinstripes is over. Good luck w/ your next team (TOR or OAK).
Time to “Go John Galt”,
I’m just curious, but does your tag represent your sentiments to society as a whole or just the Yankees?
Green:
“October 29th, 2008 at 10:24 am
Yeah, Vinny. Bleich was thowing a good college cutter, but, some time with Pettitte will help him with it quite a lot. NYY has a lot of pitchers ad many all throw different quality pitches..curves, sliders, cutters, changeups and 2 and 4 seam fastballs. I’d love to see them work with each other and tach others their best pitch. If you get a chance to see them where you live, go watch Jonathan Ortiz, Ryan Zink and especially Wlkins De La Rosa. Just be prepared to pick your jaw up off of the ground when you see De La Rosa”
I like the reports you have give us on De La Rosa. Do you view him as a future starter or relief ?
pat,
Did you read Cash’s comments in Pete’s other post? He didn’t say the usual we’d love to have him back thing. But, I’d imagine that the most meaningful conversations go on with the players and their agents. Sorry, Pete!
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pat
October 29th, 2008 at 11:01 am
GB
I think I started this apt. stuff yesterday- so I apologize if it came off petty. It wasn’t an indictment of a person just surprised by the furnishings. The traditional look was just more reminiscent of an older couple instead of a young family. I would bet Alex had little input into the furnishings, most married men don’t, but I just expected a more contemporary/casual/comfy look. It’s a 4BR/6Bath apt so the pictures shown don’t tell the whole story but I guess it just wasn’t what I expected.
On a baseball related matter…Arn Tellem tells the Post he is meeting with Moose in PA later this week to see if he has made a final decision and Giambi still wants to be a Yankee.
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It wasn’t just the comments on the pix of the dwellings, but, it’s the same tacky, petty comments that get made, no matter what Rodriguez does. Jeter makes a commercial or says something without saying something and he’s shrewd. Rodriguez does it and he’s phoney or plastic and insincere. A long as players don’t beat up old people, hit women and kids, are good team mates and try to do their best during a game, that’s all I care about.
As far as money not buying class, I agree, but, I know poor people, church goers and middle class that have less style and class than a pig. There are even a few on this board. Hell, people probably think the same way about me. I know PA does, but, then,I really don’t care what he or anybodyelse thinks of me. The difference is, I’ve n tried being something that I’m not, nor, do I think that I’m better, smarter or classier than others. I’m only here to share a few thoughts about baseball and maybe learn something that I didn’t know. If people don’t like what I say, hey, sorry, but I’ve nver learned to sugarcoat anything.
If it’s got four walls, a roof, heat in the winter, an internet connection and a flushing toilet, it’s good enough for me.
“Rebecca–Optimist Prime–Staying to write the story
October 29th, 2008 at 11:24 am
If it’s got four walls, a roof, heat in the winter, an internet connection and a flushing toilet, it’s good enough for me”
a practical virute, for us new yorkers to have.
mel
I did see Cash’s comments. Typical. Lots of words but I learned nothing.
“If it’s got four walls, a roof, heat in the winter, an internet connection and a flushing toilet, it’s good enough for me.”
Heat in the winter? I’ll take AC from April to November!
vinny-b
October 29th, 2008 at 11:11 am
Green:
“October 29th, 2008 at 10:24 am
Yeah, Vinny. Bleich was thowing a good college cutter, but, some time with Pettitte will help him with it quite a lot. NYY has a lot of pitchers ad many all throw different quality pitches..curves, sliders, cutters, changeups and 2 and 4 seam fastballs. I’d love to see them work with each other and tach others their best pitch. If you get a chance to see them where you live, go watch Jonathan Ortiz, Ryan Zink and especially Wlkins De La Rosa. Just be prepared to pick your jaw up off of the ground when you see De La Rosaâ€
I like the reports you have give us on De La Rosa. Do you view him as a future starter or relief ?
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Vinny, he started this past year in relief and then moved into the stating role. He’s a lefty with good control, movement, a really good cutter, a 94-86 MPH fastball and a Bugs Bunny Changeup with command of all of them. He’s only been pitching a year and a half, but, you’d never know it. He’s also a strikeout and groundball pitcher.
“pat
October 29th, 2008 at 11:30 am
I did see Cash’s comments. Typical. Lots of words but I learned nothing”
he learned from the best (Jeter)
***a 94-96 MPH ***
You know who’s name I have not seen mentioned in any hot stove talk: Adam Dunn.
Not saying the Yankees should sign him-I don’t-I just think it’s odd that there has not been any rumors about him.
“Mark in Tampa
October 29th, 2008 at 11:31 am
Heat in the winter? I’ll take AC from April to November”
I wouldn’t
now live in Dutchess County NY, and the only thing i miss in Florida, are the number of females per capita.
: )
Mark in Tampa
October 29th, 2008 at 11:31 am
“If it’s got four walls, a roof, heat in the winter, an internet connection and a flushing toilet, it’s good enough for me.â€
Heat in the winter? I’ll take AC from April to November!
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So you’re the one who put the a/c down to 68 in my office.
it is so cold, I am sitting wearing a scarf, ans sweater. People are walking around in winter coats.
I commented on the Alex condo only because its not what I would expect from a house going for $10+ mil. Thought it would be much more upscale that’s all. Doesn’t mean Alex is a bad person….just think his real estate agent and Alex may want to up the decor a little bit in this market.
I am an avid Arod supporter. Loved the Guitar Hero commerical it looked like they were having fun. I also commented on the Jeter ‘interview’ if you can call it that.
If you don’t do this already, you should check out danpatrick.com on a daily basis. You never know what you’ll find and he has the best rotation of regular guests and special guests. You can also listen to podcasts of certain segments if you missed the live broadcasts. Really well done.
This is from Smoltz today:
John Smoltz is technically a free agent and told Dan he hasn’t had any job offers and no one is calling him. A New York Daily News article claimed that Smoltz would likely join a contender midway through next season. But Smoltz said he hasn’t said anything to anyone in the media except Dan, so don’t believe what you read.
Dan and Smoltz riffed on several subjects …
– Smoltz said that there’s no doubt the weather will affect the players. For example, Smoltz said a pitcher might not be able to throw his slider. But he said if a pitcher is struggling with the weather, a batter will have the same problem with his hands.
– Smoltz said he thinks Bud Selig did the right thing by suspending the game. To declare the Phillies the winner after five innings would have been a total disaster.
– They had an interesting conversation about what is a “crafty pitcher.” Smoltz said once you throw over 90, you’re not crafty. So Johan Santana can’t be crafty. Smoltz said the only crafty righty is Greg Maddux. The last one before that was Bob Tewksbury.
– Dan asked Smoltz if he’d rather have a healthy arm or a full head of hair. It took two seconds for Smoltz to say he would choose the hair.
“GreenBeret7
October 29th, 2008 at 11:33 am
Vinny, he started this past year in relief and then moved into the stating role. He’s a lefty with good control, movement, a really good cutter, a 94-86 MPH fastball and a Bugs Bunny Changeup with command of all of them. He’s only been pitching a year and a half, but, you’d never know it. He’s also a strikeout and groundball pitcher”
Green: thank you. Hopefully he will stick as a starter. It would definitely be ideal.
does anybody know if any 09 baseball games will come out for PS2?? I’m a college student and can’t really afford dropping $600 for a 360+games or PS3+games. Help hah?
“GreenBeret7
October 29th, 2008 at 8:47 am ”
fantastic post! couldn’t have said it better myself…
football does need to expand their season. 16 games? pfft… make it 18. or better yet, make it 32 and play twice a week…
cor shep:
I imagine MLB 2009 will be offered on the ps2 (in addition to ps3 of course). The ps2 user base is too large, to ignore.
you’ve played ‘MLB 2008 The Show’ right?
“They had an interesting conversation about what is a “crafty pitcher.†Smoltz said once you throw over 90, you’re not crafty. So Johan Santana can’t be crafty. Smoltz said the only crafty righty is Greg Maddux. The last one before that was Bob Tewksbury’
What about Moose?
“Did you read Cash’s comments in Pete’s other post? He didn’t say the usual we’d love to have him back thing. But, I’d imagine that the most meaningful conversations go on with the players and their agents. Sorry, Pete!”
mel, i think Cash was just trying to keep our expectations down on a Moose return. When Cash talks to Pete, i’m sure he realizes that he’s basically talking to us on this blog.
so by this logic, along with the agent stuff, my expectations are now up.
“now live in Dutchess County NY, and the only thing i miss in Florida, are the number of females per capita.
: )”
but do the retired ones count?
i live in Ulster and am quite happy to not own an AC…
I never liked most of the Braves pitchers, mostly because their strikezone was half of the other batter’s box, but Smoltz was one of my favorite non-Yankees. It’s too bad he’ll only have the one title after all those great years. He co-owns a couple bars down here, is even in a high stakes Fantasy Football league with one of the local radio hosts. Would have loved to see him in NY a couple years ago, I think he is done now. BTW, Tiger Woods said last week that he has actually lost money to Smoltz on the golf course, he is that good.
vinny-b
October 29th, 2008 at 11:44 am
“GreenBeret7
October 29th, 2008 at 11:33 am
Vinny, he started this past year in relief and then moved into the stating role. He’s a lefty with good control, movement, a really good cutter, a 94-86 MPH fastball and a Bugs Bunny Changeup with command of all of them. He’s only been pitching a year and a half, but, you’d never know it. He’s also a strikeout and groundball pitcherâ€
Green: thank you. Hopefully he will stick as a starter. It would definitely be ideal.
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Yeah, he was an exceptional setup pitcher for Ortiz in Charleston until June, but, he’s definately all starter. I’m not big on giving pitchers numbers 1-5, but, he’s the best long lefty starter I’ve seen since Pettitte’s early years. He’s as good a young pitcher as I’ve seen, regardless of teams. Another thing, for as inexperienced as he is, he doesn’t waste time on the mound, walking around and pawing the ground. Haven’t seen much of his move to first, but that might be because not that many get on.
saucy: lol. Didn’t count the retirees.
after moving to the area, the one difference (negative) i noticed, were walking into any store and not seeing females everywhere. And Tallahasse in particular, is a university town. I did miss that part.
“GreenBeret7
October 29th, 2008 at 12:07 pm
Yeah, he was an exceptional setup pitcher for Ortiz in Charleston until June, but, he’s definately all starter. I’m not big on giving pitchers numbers 1-5, but, he’s the best long lefty starter I’ve seen since Pettitte’s early years. He’s as good a young pitcher as I’ve seen, regardless of teams. Another thing, for as inexperienced as he is, he doesn’t waste time on the mound, walking around and pawing the ground”
Wow.
Vinny, please keep in mind, I’m just a guy who likes good baseball, and I’m no scout. It’s only my opinion, so, don’t put much into it. You’ll just need to see him for yourself. I figure he’ll be playing in Tampa for the first couple of months an then move on to Trenton.
I know I’m late to this convo. but I can’t not talk about Wilkins De La Rosa, I see GB7 has completely filled alot of us in on him me, him and I know probably 2 more posters have spoken about how good this guy’s stuff is and how he just continues to be unhittable, Nasty slider 83-85 mph, a 2 seamer 92 mph and a power 4 seamer that can go up to 93-97 mph…When the yr. started I said to this board to pay attention to him Phil Coke and Angel Reyes, unfortunately Reyes lost alot of time via his suspension of PEDS and Micheal Dunn has completely jumped over him up to AA and most likely will be on the team in 09′ but don’t surprised when Wilkins De La Rosa makes his debut most likely late season call up out of the pen but if he starts dominating AA/AAA don’t be surprised to see him get a spot start. The pitch that will make him a star is the changeup which he learned this past yr. and used it so well that he was Santana like.
GB your take on DeLaRosa is diferent than those I’ve read. I’d trust you more because you’ve seen him. Other bloggers almost discredit his success because he’s older. Or they discredit his future because of his age (23).
Derek speaks but says nothing to SI too:
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.c.....index.html
What means non-tender? I read Yanks might non-tender Betemit.
Brandon, the one thing that they’ll be doing with De La Rosa is watching his innings. Keep in mind, he’s only been pitching less than a year and a half, so, I imagine he’ll nlyget in about 140 innings this season.
140 – 160 is my thoughts GB7, but yeh I can’t wait to see him in AA this year.
Tom, he’s not really much older than others in High A ball. His arm hasn’t got much wear and tear on it. As long as he progresses like he did this past year, he should be in Scranton by next spring. He’s mature for a young guy and he’s a nice kid. His age shouldn’t be an issue. Remember that Guidry was already 24 when he was first called up and 26 when he started pitching full time with the Yanks. By the time he gets to the Yanks, he won’t have an innings issue.
pat,
Thanks for that. That was great. And people wonder why Jeter is so beloved? He’s just so real. Even if people think he’s fake.
The bad seats, dating Roger, and the kabbalah thing had me laughing.
Priceless.
OMG the Yankees do have fun in the clubhouse
SI.com: Have you played Guitar Hero? I interviewed Joba Chamberlain a couple of months ago, and he said he and a few others would play in the locker room sometimes.
Jeter: That’s the younger generation. My generation is into Miss Pacman and old Atari games.
mel
Teflon seems the more apt word. Real would be actually having an opinion on anything.
pat,
lol. I think he has lots of opinions, he just chooses not to share them.
If real is Gary Sheffield, then no thanks to that.
People have their opinions of Jeter, but his fanbase is pretty impressive. Starting with Yogi and the late Phil Rizzuto.
“GreenBeret7
October 29th, 2008 at 12:28 pm
Vinny, please keep in mind, I’m just a guy who likes good baseball, and I’m no scout. It’s only my opinion, so, don’t put much into it. You’ll just need to see him for yourself. I figure he’ll be playing in Tampa for the first couple of months an then move on to Trenton”
no need to issue the disclaimer. Have told me in the past, the only connection between you and scouting, was a interest/fondness for girlscouts in adolescence.
: )
Wow. ARods apartment = anti-fun
It’s super-nice of course and fit for an 18th century king but that is one of the least manly and most boring places I’ve ever seen.
I’m sure he’ll squeeze every penny out of some rich 70yr old woman when he sells it.
How do all the commercials fail to capture Jeter’s smart-alec side?
He’s one of the most charismatic baseball players of all time, yet he always comes across stiff on TV….
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ppKLhlpkKyg
absolutely brilliant
“SI.com: Do you ever come back to New York during the offseason?
Jeter: Not really. I usually just come back for Christmas because my parents are in Jersey. ”
This sounds like he shouldn’t have settled with the city over that tax issue. He’s not really a NY resident. He just works here. Why should he pay taxes as if he’s here 365 days a year?
Crap the circus begins today
Vinny, I know that you know…I just don’t want anybody thinking that I know what I’m talking about. That would put too much pressure on me.
Just kidding, though. I’l tell you one thing, though. Watching the kids play is a lot of fun and for the money, you get some great baseball. For somebody like me, retired military, it’s definately bang for the buck. I enjoy talking about the kids, but, only when I’m asked about them. I’d like to hear more about them as they move out of my area, but, not many want to talk about them, unless it’s to trash ‘em. I’d rather hear about how they’re progressing.
SI.com: Fair enough. Before we wrap up, as a Yankees fan, can I make one request of you this offseason?
Jeter: OK.
SI.com: Can you promise me and all Yankees fans that you won’t start studying Kabbalah?
Jeter: (Laughing) Don’t start with me about Kabbalah. I went to Catholic school.
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Tee Hee
So the Knicks 2008-2009 season starts tonight.
Um…
Er….
hhmm….
Yay?
That apartment is unbelievably tacky and has no real cohesive aesthetic. I mean, so is mine, but I’m a college student! Millions of dollars should buy better.
So if he’s selling this apartment, the rumor that he’s looking to buy near Madonna is true… ? What a nutjob, I’m sorry. I think he subconsciously loves the spotlight.
mel
LOL. Shef? If I was playing word association, “real” wouldn’t be the first word that came to mind in describing him.
“So the Knicks 2008-2009 season starts tonight.
Um…
Er….
hhmm….
Yay?”
DAAAA DADA DADADADARATATALUM
DADA DADADADARATATALUM
She is a wack job. But as long as her being nuts doesn’t affect Alex on the field, you can go pray to a dog for all I care.
Take me Home….Take me home..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v.....re=related
I think I wanna go to another home.
“So the Knicks 2008-2009 season starts tonight.
Um…
Er….
hhmm….
Yay?â€
Nay. lol.
AG
The home in Miami is on the market too. Sometimes liquidating real estate is just part of the fallout of a divorce.
update…
wow. looks like alex would’ve scored a first class ticket on the titanic and laughed at the steerage.
Take me Home….Take me home..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v.....re=related
I think I wanna go to another home.
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Go Awaaaaaaaaaay, Go Awaaaaaaaaaay
Why must we.. watch this craaaaaaaaaaaap
New York Cityyyyyy… basketball town isn’t yourrrrrrs
not anymorrrrrre.
pat -
I just got the opportunity to read the Jeter interview. I thought it was hysterical. I know going in that Jeter’s not going to get too specific on a lot of things, but I thought the way he “circumvented” questions showed a good sense of humor (especially with regard to the question about his favorite character on “Friday Night Lights”). I agree with mel – not sharing your opinions is not the same as not having opinions, and I’d rather have the non-controversial Jeter than the outspoken Sheffield most of the time.
Besides, I did learn something…I learned that Derek Jeter celebrates Christmas in New Jersey.
Love Dereks interview. Alex, what are you thinking?