Yankees pregame: Chicken is the main course
Posted by: Brian Heyman - Posted in Misc on Jun 22, 2012 
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Brian Heyman here for Chad tonight at Citi Field for Game 1 of this Subway Series II. Much of the pregame talk was about Frank Francisco calling the Yankees “chickens” in the New York Post, as in “I can’t wait to face those chickens.”
The reactions varied.
“What kind of chicken?” A-Rod said. “Organic?”
Derek Jeter, who made the Post cover with his head placed on top of a chicken, saw the paper. The Captain said: “I can’t be insulted by something I don’t understand.”
The Mets closer followed up today be explaining that he thinks the Yankees complain about too many calls. Maybe chicken wasn’t the right word then. But a few chicken companies called the Yankees looking to sponsor the Subway Series.
Nick Swisher tried not to say what he really felt, even walking away at the end. But he did admit about the cover display: “I didn’t think that was too funny.”
“I don’t even know that dude. I don’t think he knows us. Those are some big words.”
Joe Girardi said it only matters what happens on the field. Terry Collins said Francisco might be under more pressure if he gets in tonight.
“We’ll see if we’re chicken when he gets in the game,” Russell Martin said.
Collins didn’t appear thrilled with Francisco’s chicken comment.
“I don’t think you need to stir up the pot when you play these guys,” Collins said. “They’re good enough already.”
Update, 6:43: It just started pouring here.
Update, 7:28: They’re pulling the tarp off the field. First pitch is set for 8 p.m.
Collins better remember that he stirred the pot earlier this week
with his comments.
I like what Martin had to say and what Swisher had to say.
We all know Jeter is not going to say anything remotely close to what
those 2 said.
Sometimes I get bored with Jeter’s answers, but at this point in his career, there is nothing
else to expect from him.
So according to Francisco the Yankees are chicken huh??!!!
Let’s see who the chicken is after tonight…In Spanish is Gallina…Meaning some kind of a coward…I don’t take those comments lightly, a drilling should be in order to remind him who the chicken is…I think we sweep them
Bush league (yawn).
“I can’t be insulted by something I don’t understand,” and people say Jete never says anything, to speak of dry wits
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This “chicken” thing is actually good for Yanks. They might have slept their way through these three games, but now, it’s a moral ought to show the Mets just how irrelevant they are.
Pitch around David Wright and you have a AAA lineup and even Wright is not very clutch…
Frank Francisco? Who’s that?
It’s unfair to characterize the Yankees as complainers. You don’t see the tantrums and histrionics you see from players on other teams. The Yankees usually have a word with the umpire on the way back to the mound, but there’s no crying.
Luis, lol. Poor sad Mets. The true gallinas. Sori owns!
primo, LMAO!
Cooked Gallina for everyone!
Frank Francisco? Who’s that?
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I think this is his problem.
Me Gusta Pollo!!
Speaking of…do you guys think it was bush league of Davey Johnson to squeal on the Rays pitcher that got busted for pine tar in his glove?
Collins now Francisco yet people on this site continue to root for the Mets. Mind Boggling
Luis-
calma te.
tranquilo.
It’s only the Mets.
We may be Chickens but after this set they’ll be Quepons.
m June 22nd, 2012 at 6:12 pm
Speaking of…do you guys think it was bush league of Davey Johnson to squeal on the Rays pitcher that got busted for pine tar in his glove?
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I think Davey did the right thing. I also firmly believe if the roles were reversed, Maddon and the majority of MLB managers would have done the same.
I have no problem with what Johnson did.
The goal is to win the game. He knew of something that might have helped his team win the game and he executed the plan. Nothing wrong with that.
Peralta deserves 8 games!
What did Collins say about the Yanks?
Hi JAP and YF!
I am not laughing…That”s a very bad insult around this parts… And Francisco knows it….it wasn’t directed to me and i got mad…I don’t know what this Collins is preaching to this guys, but it isn’t good…It shows what a classless organization those Muts are….They deserve to be as irrelevant as they are.
Sorry for the rant
WTP,
I have no doubt that DB Maddon would have done the same.
But if “half the pitchers” are doing it as Maddon claims, then it was bush league.
On the other hand, I like seeing cheaters get busted. No one to blame but themselves. Maybe Peralta should have used a different glove for that series?
MTU June 22nd, 2012 at 6:14 pm
Luis-
calma te.
tranquilo.
It’s only the Mets.
We may be Chickens but after this set they’ll be Quepons.
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reminds me of a famous quote by pedro martinez,
“who the h*ll is karim garcia? he gotta come up to my level……”
this kid needs to shut it or david wright will be very mad at him after a 98 mph fastball in the ribs
Are Quepons the same thing as Capons?
Luis, this Francisco guy isn’t very bright, is he?
Luis-
I don’t know about about brilliant.
Perhaps mildy humorous.
Glad it calmed you down.
I don’t want you hurtin’ anyone.
si JAP.
The ball-less ones.
Like Geldings.
J. Alfred Prufrock June 22nd, 2012 at 6:22 pm
Are Quepons the same thing as Capons?
Luis, this Francisco guy isn’t very bright, is he?
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Nope he is not :angry: It tells you, what a sorry organization those guys are. If they had any kind of self respect they would fine this guys at least.
luis, ahora comprendo, but you already knew that Metsies are always outclassed by the Pinstripes.
MTU June 22nd, 2012 at 6:22 pm
Luis-
I don’t know about about brilliant.
Perhaps mildy humorous.
Glad it calmed you down.
I don’t want you hurtin’ anyone.
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It did my friend so thank you
…But those kind of comments make my blood boil
Q: Why did the Chicken cross the road ?
A: Because he was a Yankee and he needed to get over to Citifield to kick Met butt.
luis, fyi, here is mad smilie : mad : (no gaps)
Thunderstorms passing through Queens now. Doubt this game starts on time.
Luis-
As they say out West.
You Latin boys are might quick on the trigger.
Now I’m actually glad Francisco stirred the pot a little. Breathe some life into this meaningless rivalry. It’s good for the fans.
Luis-
Just ease your pistola back into your holster Hombre.
yankeefeminista June 22nd, 2012 at 6:29 pm
luis, ahora comprendo, but you already knew that Metsies are always outclassed by the Pinstripes.
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Yup, but being so close to each other, I thought that something good would rub this guys. They have no clue about how to be a fair and gallant competitor. Now I understand their stupid decision of not letting Scranton play close to Citifield, only an organization with no sense of “class” and “honor” would do such a thing. I sure hope that we stomp real bad this guys in this series and the future ones for years to come.
Sweep these bums
Jeers, the storm was so fierce in Jersey that I actually took pictures. But it passed through fairly quickly.
MTU June 22nd, 2012 at 6:24 pm
si JAP.
The ball-less ones.
Like Geldings.
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I know a capon’s a castrated bird, but I’ve never seen the spelling.
luis, we always do stomp on them. Talking trash is the only way they know how to get attention.
“I don’t think you need to stir up the pot when you play these guys,” Collins said. “They’re good enough already.”
Well in case anyone was sleepwalking, this certainly will wake them.
GOOD ON YA, YA DOPE FRANCISCO!
Actually, he probably just doesn’t know any better. It happens.
“Thunder slugger Cody Johnson has been placed on the disabled list with “left hamstring tightness.” Jeff Farnham has been activated. Kyle Higashioka remains for now.” (Ashmore)
Nope he is not :angry: It tells you, what a sorry organization those guys are. If they had any kind of self respect they would fine this guys at least.
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primo, they’re making Dellin Betances ride far too many buses…. I got no use for them.
My favorite rebuttal was Jete’s 
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MTU
I am sorry, but it really touched a sensible nerve on me. I have mellowed with the years, but those kind of insults still get me. The gun is already back in it’s holster my friend.
Anybody remember this night a few years back?
http://www.flickr.com/photos/b...../lightbox/
NYY; 8-2; L2
NYM; 6-4; W3
Time to end their little streak and start ours up again.
Yankeefem, Johnson probably hurt his hamstring swinging from his heels… I didn’t even realize Farnham was stil with us. I remember he was a C that went on a power spree a few years ago, and then sort of disappeared, or got hurt, or I don’t know what. Higgie has a nice approach at the plate…
Bronx Jeers
Great photo. Thanks for sharing!
Is that Andy on the mound in the
photo???
luis-
Bueno.
I still need you to show me the way to Canaima, and “El Dorado”.
J. Alfred Prufrock June 22nd, 2012 at 6:42 pm
Nope he is not :angry: It tells you, what a sorry organization those guys are. If they had any kind of self respect they would fine this guys at least.
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primo, they’re making Dellin Betances ride far too many buses…. I got no use for them.
My favorite rebuttal was Jete’s 
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Yeah, Jeet is waaaaayyyy more intelligent than I am
Jeers, I am in awe. I don’t remember that sky.
It’s nice to have the Mets sub for the Sux for a few days.
WTP,
I think it was CC.
MTU June 22nd, 2012 at 6:44 pm
luis-
Bueno.
I still need you to show me the way to Canaima, and “El Dorado”.
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Canaima is easy! El Dorado…well….That’s another story!….
luis, it’s so perfect. Jete is basically calling the guy unintelligible and an idiot. He pulled the string on him
Jeers thanks for sharing! Beautiful photo in deed!!
Is it expected to rain all night?
yankeefeminista June 22nd, 2012 at 6:38 pm
luis, we always do stomp on them. Talking trash is the only way they know how to get attention.
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Thanks for the advice on the mad emoticon
I guess you are right, that’s their only way to get attention. 
I didn’t take the photo Lovesong but I do remember that sky.
My own efforts to capture it on film weren’t quite as successful.
Enjoy watching the Eagle take the mouse in it’s Talons.
Later.
J. Alfred Prufrock June 22nd, 2012 at 6:47 pm
luis, it’s so perfect. Jete is basically calling the guy unintelligible and an idiot. He pulled the string on him
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He did! without using the actual words! which is why i say he is very, very smart
You can still hear claps of thunder in Queens but the western sky is looking bright and shiny.
Take care MTU! have a good one!
Jeers,
Doesn’t matter who took the picture, it is awesome! thanks for sharing it anyway
watch out, Jesus!
http://tinyurl.com/7qygg6m
blake June 22nd, 2012 at 6:36 pm
Sweep these bums
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Hell yeah!!!
Bronx Jeers June 22nd, 2012 at 6:53 pm
I didn’t take the photo Lovesong but I do remember that sky.
My own efforts to capture it on film weren’t quite as successful.
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I have saved it on my desktop, Jeers.
Beautiful photo, Jeers.
Francisco doesn’t appear to be too bright. First year with the Mets and he makes a stupid statement.
I would have a problem with the statement if Santana, Dickey or Wright said it. But, they are pros and know better.
He did! without using the actual words! which is why i say he is very, very smart
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His “under” reactions are legendary.
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I was just watching some video of when Francisco pitched for Texas in 04 and whiffed Derek, Alex and The Giambino…..What I noticed right away was how much Alex’s body has changed since 04…….He’s huge in his upper body now…..This is the same chump who threw a folding chair from the bullpen into the Oakland crowd and started a near riot……..Chances are he won’t matter until Sunday night….Yanks take 2 of 3….
RMS,
He is as dumb as they come…Still, he should be fined for it.
7:45 projected game starting time according to Suzyn.
Rain delay
Pat M,
We must sweep them!!
I remember in 2004 when Gordon said the Red Sox strut around like they’re champions, not like the Yankees “we” behave like real champions, or something to that effect. I was just so p i s s e d. I’m sure Jeter and Po and Mo read him the riot act and asked him how many Yankee championship teams he was on and how they managed to miss him on the roster.
I’m of the “shut up and play” school, unless the situation is a special case. I also never liked that sand bagging Torre used to get into, kissing Boston b u t t and not backing up his own players. Jeter handles it best, because he’s a put up or shut up guy, always has been. Francisco isn’t going to get his attention.
Delays up and down the coast!
Gives me time to run some errands.
In case games start in the meantime -
GO ANDY!!!
GO YANKS!!!
GO BRAVOS!!!
While we’re waiting.
Has anyone seen “Prometheus” ?
If so, what did you think ?
CompassRosy June 22nd, 2012 at 6:57 pm
watch out, Jesus!
http://tinyurl.com/7qygg6m
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Hi Rosy
Feel free to return him, no questions asked
But before I go -
Humber to the DL
Fukodome DFA
Paulino (KC) out for season
Joyce (Rays) on the DL
Moreland on the DL
other than that, it’s been a quiet day.
Sanchez isn’t playing in the RiverDogs game.
I thought “Alien” was way better but I love Charlize.
Something about her and form-fitting Lycra agree.
MTU,
Unfortunately The movie is not even on the up coming releases in Venezuela. Saw the trailer and is directed by Riddley Scott, so it must be very good. I loved Blade Runner, Crusade and Gladiator from him. I think he directed Alien as well, one of my favorite sci fi movies ever
Any idea on a start time?
yankeefem – I didn’t expect he’d play tonight.
Luis-
He did all of those.
As I said above I thought Alien was way better.
I don’t take those comments lightly, a drilling should be in order to remind him who the chicken is…
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metsies better learn to DUCK, luis….
I made the mistake of never seeing “Alien” and seeing “Prometheus”… Needless to see I was basically confused for a nice chunk of the movie.
Tyler-
“Prometheus” was the “prequel” to “Alien”.
MTU-
Yes I was informed of that after haha. Well I knew that they were both by Scott and that they had some relation but I thought I could get away with it… I didn’t get away with as much as I thought haha.
Are the Yanks too chicken to take the field?
Tyler-
Looking at Charlize in that body-suit is worth the price of admission.
Tarp is coming off the field.
Someone said 7:45 start.
MTU-
Best part of the movie was easily her pushups at the beginning.
Tyler-
Random question, does anyone remember seeing a movie trailer during Prometheus about a man falling in love with someone he hires as a tutor?
Now they say 8.
Yes I was informed of that after haha. Well I knew that they were both by Scott and that they had some relation but I thought I could get away with it… I didn’t get away with as much as I thought haha.
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As a prequel, you did not really need to see Alien to understand prometheus, and it isn’t really a direct prequel, just a ‘spiritual prequel’ that takes place in the same universe. I’d say your misunderstanding is either user error or due to some of the problems with the movie.
Though I enjoyed it overall, it wasn’t as good as Alien or Aliens. Visuals were great though.
The review fir Prometheus said it was a gorgeous film, but not to be compared to Aliens (not as good). But two if my kids loved the movie, either because it was really good or because they never saw Aliens.
That opening scene from Aliens is still one of the biggest “Oh! SHT!!” moments I’ve ever seen in a movie.
That opening scene from Aliens is still one of the biggest “Oh! SHT!!” moments I’ve ever seen in a movie.
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Alien or Aliens? Which scene.
The original one with S. Weaver.
The one showing all the pods? It’s really quiet and then…!
Ive never seen any of the Alien or PRedator movies. I wanted to see Prometheus bc I had no idea it had anything to do with another movie franchise.
Of course, I was a lot younger. Tho u prolly weren’t even born yet.
But everyone else in the theater jumped out of their seats, too. Haha.
I didnt finish that thought. I guess I shouldnt bother seeing Prometheus, then?
JF-
I know that it is not a direct prequel… the way it was described to me is almost simultaneous to alien but two things going on in different universes/areas.
A lot of it I’m sure was my error. I liked the science and a lot of the visuals were really amazing but I’m not a huge science fiction guy nor have I seen a ton of science fiction movies… a little out of my element.
I agree w JF.
Really good visuals but not as good as “Alien”.
I’d give it a “B”.
Speaking of movie openings, I like the one with James Bond and Jaws sky diving.
In space no one can hear you scream !!!! 1979 Alien
We Want Mo Mo June 22nd, 2012 at 7:43 pm
I didnt finish that thought. I guess I shouldnt bother seeing Prometheus, then?
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Unless you are a huge sci-fi guy, I’d see it on dvd or netflix.
the way it was described to me is almost simultaneous to alien but two things going on in different universes/areas.
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Prometheus takes place about ~30 years before Alien
We can’t stand another off day. Let’s play ball! Is that salacious? Thanks, JAP.
Pat M. June 22nd, 2012 at 7:48 pm
In space no one can hear you scream !!!! 1979 Alien
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I had nightmares from that movie for at least two weeks…Loved it
Jerkface June 22nd, 2012 at 7:49 pm
the way it was described to me is almost simultaneous to alien but two things going on in different universes/areas.
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Prometheus takes place about ~30 years before Alien
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I haven’t seen Alien so I’m sure you’re right. Like I said, I’m not a big sci-fi guy but the visuals were great and I’m always a sucker for science. Just certain scenes in the movie made me scratch my head and missed the mark in my opinion.
Channel 9 is back on Yankees pregame.
Well timing is everything!
Unless a game thread appears, I guess this is it.
Just certain scenes in the movie made me scratch my head and missed the mark in my opinion.
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Yea, probably more the movies fault than you. There were some shaky reasoning behind some things.
Seeing Promethius in 3D IMAX was pretty cool for me. First time for an IMAX experience. The Audio was rocking.. But I agree about the movie being ok, and not as good.
Could be worse…we could be Marlins fans.
Finalmente: