According to this article, some people believe that Tina Fey's impersonation of Gov. Palin may have an impact on voters come November 4.
I find that a little hard to believe. If that were true, Will Ferrell would have prevented the presidency of George W. Bush.
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Hockey Moms And Joe Six-Packs
Ever wonder what the people of Wasilla, Alaska (Gov. Palin's home) are like?
Monday, October 6, 2008
Some Music - Tapes 'n Tapes
Check out Tapes 'n Tapes if you have not already. I finally got their 2008 album Walk It Off about a month ago, and it's a pretty solid follow-up to The Loon. According to the band's wikipedia page, they even have a Wisconsin connection - they recorded their first album in the woods somewhere in WI.
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Looking To The Future
It would be easy (and depressing) to dwell on Milwaukee's loss today in Game 4 of the NLDS, which bounced them from the postseason. It would be even easier to yell and scream about Jeff Suppan (or as I now refer to him, the constant source of disappointment). Instead I will look toward the future, with the help of Scott S., who sent me his thoughts on what Milwaukee should do this off-season.
Catcher
Scott: I think the Brewers should stick with Kendall for another year. Defensively he is sound, and is excellent at calling pitches. His arm was better than advertised. He was hot offensively at the beginning of the year but wore down. He needs to catch about 20 games less next year, so finding a solid backup is essential. For whatever reason, the Brewers didn't like or trust Rivera enough to use him, so perhaps either Rottino or a free agent pickup would be wise. Lou Palmisano is intriguing with the bat, but I don't think it will benefit him developmentally to sit on the bench 5 days a week.
tS: I agree with most of what Scott has to say. Kendall could not be depended upon to deliver a hit in the final 4 months of the season, but his defense and game-calling was a definite upgrade from Johnny Estrada (who eventually got cut by the Nationals this year!). One of the biggest mysteries of the season was why the Brewers refused to use Mike Rivera more (especially as a pinch-hitter). But it doesn't matter who the back-up is next year - Kendall needs to sit out a few more games.
Infield
Scott: This could be a complete shakeup. I'm torn on whether or not to trade Fielder for pitching. He is the most marketable commodity we possess, and the rotation needs to be completely rebuilt. I believe that the Rickie Weeks experiment has run its course. Alcides Escobar needs to play next year, as does Mat Gamel. A logical move would be to trade Fielder and put Gamel at first, since he is a disaster at 3B. The Brewers also need a leadoff hitter, so I would love to see them make a move for someone like Brian Roberts of Baltimore. In my opinion, I would have Gamel at first, Roberts at second, Escobar at SS and Hardy at 3B. Hall's contract makes him difficult to move, but his versatility makes him worth keeping when someone goes down with injury. I'd keep Weeks as the 6th infielder due to his speed for pinch running purposes, and in the hopes that maybe he can develop.
tS: It seems almost a foregone conclusion that Escobar will be a full-time player next year. That means Hardy will either have to move to 2B or 3B, or be traded. Hopefully he agrees to move to a new spot in the infield. I want Weeks off the team. He is on one of the biggest disappointments this year, and I wish Milwaukee would just cut all of the ties. It would be nice to keep Craig Counsell as the 6th infielder. He's not impressive offensively, but he does a solid job, and unlike most Brewer hitters, he knows how to work the count and take pitches. If the Brewers can get a good deal for Fielder, they should pull the trigger. As soon as he becomes a free agent he's out of here anyways, and the Brewers wouldn't want the next Mo Vaughn anyways.
Outfield
Scott: As evidenced by Sveum's desperation move of putting Cameron in the leadoff role and Hall hitting second, those two spots in the batting order are in desperate need of repair. I don't think Cameron is worth a 10 million dollar option, so he needs to go. Gwynn deserves a look, but no one in the organization seems convinced he can hit enough. My feeling is that he could potentially be a Jacoby Ellsbury type player who can work the count, get on base, and wreak havoc on the base paths. If a solid 1 or 2 hitter can't be found via free agency or trade, I'd give Gwynn a shot. Hart and Braun are fine. I'd like to see Kapler brought back as well. He isn't a terrible 2 hole hitter himself, so he would provide the Brewers with insurance should Gwynn falter.
tS: Thank goodness for Ryan Braun. I have no idea how Milwaukee got him to sign that deal earlier this year. Corey Hart had worst postseason of any Brewer hitter, and you hope that it won't carry into next year. Hart may be another player you dangle as trade bait, only because it doesn't seem like he's too interested in sticking around - I believe he already turned down one contract extension offer from Melvin. I'd also love to see Kapler back, who was good offensively and defensively and was a great option for pinch-hitting. Cameron needs to go. People talk about his glove saving runs, but I for one wasn't wowed by his defense, plus he's getting older. If the Brewers can't pick up someone in the off-season, a Gwynn/Kapler platoon could be interesting.
Starting Rotation
Scott: Assuming Sabathia and Sheets are gone, (because they are) the Brewers rotation looks something like this. Gallardo, Bush, Suppan, Parra, and McClung. Not great. Not even good. This is why I think they probably will trade Fielder. Compounding the problem is that there are no prospects that are going to be ready to contribute soon, so help will have to come from outside the organization. Pitching is at a premium, but I believe you could get at least a number 2 and 3 starter for Fielder. Gallardo has the mental makeup to be an ace, and Bush is a bulldog who deserves a spot. Bush, however, is at best a number 4 starter. Suppan is horrible, but they don't pay $11 million for long relievers. Parra is the true wild card. He's shown flashes of brilliance, but wore down this season after throwing more innings in a season than he ever had before. McClung would look good in the bullpen.
tS: Goodbye, CC Sabathia. Don't let the door hit you on the way out, Ben Sheets. I look forward to watching Yovani Gallardo pitch for a full season. I think he can be an all-star in this league. Hopefully Parra will get better coming off his first full season. Maybe they can package Suppan with Fielder? Actually, Milwaukee could just cut Suppan and I would be happy. Any chance Chris Capuano comes back?
Bullpen
Scott: Ironically, the bullpen pitched extremely well during the playoffs. Sveum managed to piece this unit together and made it work. I was impressed with the way that Villanueva bounced back after being thrown out of the rotation. Torres is a set up man playing the role of closer. Shouse can get lefties out, so is worth bringing back. Obviously Gagne needs to go, and I wasn't impressed by Mota. (At least Turnbow's contract is up.) Luis Pena from AAA should join the fray next year, and Mitch Stetter deserves another look since he's left handed. The biggest off season move the Brewers made was the one they didn't, losing Coco Cordero. A suitable replacement has to be found. McClung. if he can develop more command, could potentially fit the mold.
tS: The biggest surprise of the NLDS was the performance of the bullpen (including Gagne!). The relievers only allowed 1 run in the 4 games combined. But Milwaukee needs a real closer. I think if you look back to how many games Gagne, Torres, and the rest of the relievers blew in the regular season, and count some of those as wins with a real, shut-down closer, the Brewers could have won the division. That being said, I doubt they'll find one on the free agent market this year. I agree that players named Gagne, Mota, and Turnbow, should never be allowed in the Miller Park home team clubhouse again.
Catcher
Scott: I think the Brewers should stick with Kendall for another year. Defensively he is sound, and is excellent at calling pitches. His arm was better than advertised. He was hot offensively at the beginning of the year but wore down. He needs to catch about 20 games less next year, so finding a solid backup is essential. For whatever reason, the Brewers didn't like or trust Rivera enough to use him, so perhaps either Rottino or a free agent pickup would be wise. Lou Palmisano is intriguing with the bat, but I don't think it will benefit him developmentally to sit on the bench 5 days a week.
tS: I agree with most of what Scott has to say. Kendall could not be depended upon to deliver a hit in the final 4 months of the season, but his defense and game-calling was a definite upgrade from Johnny Estrada (who eventually got cut by the Nationals this year!). One of the biggest mysteries of the season was why the Brewers refused to use Mike Rivera more (especially as a pinch-hitter). But it doesn't matter who the back-up is next year - Kendall needs to sit out a few more games.
Infield
Scott: This could be a complete shakeup. I'm torn on whether or not to trade Fielder for pitching. He is the most marketable commodity we possess, and the rotation needs to be completely rebuilt. I believe that the Rickie Weeks experiment has run its course. Alcides Escobar needs to play next year, as does Mat Gamel. A logical move would be to trade Fielder and put Gamel at first, since he is a disaster at 3B. The Brewers also need a leadoff hitter, so I would love to see them make a move for someone like Brian Roberts of Baltimore. In my opinion, I would have Gamel at first, Roberts at second, Escobar at SS and Hardy at 3B. Hall's contract makes him difficult to move, but his versatility makes him worth keeping when someone goes down with injury. I'd keep Weeks as the 6th infielder due to his speed for pinch running purposes, and in the hopes that maybe he can develop.
tS: It seems almost a foregone conclusion that Escobar will be a full-time player next year. That means Hardy will either have to move to 2B or 3B, or be traded. Hopefully he agrees to move to a new spot in the infield. I want Weeks off the team. He is on one of the biggest disappointments this year, and I wish Milwaukee would just cut all of the ties. It would be nice to keep Craig Counsell as the 6th infielder. He's not impressive offensively, but he does a solid job, and unlike most Brewer hitters, he knows how to work the count and take pitches. If the Brewers can get a good deal for Fielder, they should pull the trigger. As soon as he becomes a free agent he's out of here anyways, and the Brewers wouldn't want the next Mo Vaughn anyways.
Outfield
Scott: As evidenced by Sveum's desperation move of putting Cameron in the leadoff role and Hall hitting second, those two spots in the batting order are in desperate need of repair. I don't think Cameron is worth a 10 million dollar option, so he needs to go. Gwynn deserves a look, but no one in the organization seems convinced he can hit enough. My feeling is that he could potentially be a Jacoby Ellsbury type player who can work the count, get on base, and wreak havoc on the base paths. If a solid 1 or 2 hitter can't be found via free agency or trade, I'd give Gwynn a shot. Hart and Braun are fine. I'd like to see Kapler brought back as well. He isn't a terrible 2 hole hitter himself, so he would provide the Brewers with insurance should Gwynn falter.
tS: Thank goodness for Ryan Braun. I have no idea how Milwaukee got him to sign that deal earlier this year. Corey Hart had worst postseason of any Brewer hitter, and you hope that it won't carry into next year. Hart may be another player you dangle as trade bait, only because it doesn't seem like he's too interested in sticking around - I believe he already turned down one contract extension offer from Melvin. I'd also love to see Kapler back, who was good offensively and defensively and was a great option for pinch-hitting. Cameron needs to go. People talk about his glove saving runs, but I for one wasn't wowed by his defense, plus he's getting older. If the Brewers can't pick up someone in the off-season, a Gwynn/Kapler platoon could be interesting.
Starting Rotation
Scott: Assuming Sabathia and Sheets are gone, (because they are) the Brewers rotation looks something like this. Gallardo, Bush, Suppan, Parra, and McClung. Not great. Not even good. This is why I think they probably will trade Fielder. Compounding the problem is that there are no prospects that are going to be ready to contribute soon, so help will have to come from outside the organization. Pitching is at a premium, but I believe you could get at least a number 2 and 3 starter for Fielder. Gallardo has the mental makeup to be an ace, and Bush is a bulldog who deserves a spot. Bush, however, is at best a number 4 starter. Suppan is horrible, but they don't pay $11 million for long relievers. Parra is the true wild card. He's shown flashes of brilliance, but wore down this season after throwing more innings in a season than he ever had before. McClung would look good in the bullpen.
tS: Goodbye, CC Sabathia. Don't let the door hit you on the way out, Ben Sheets. I look forward to watching Yovani Gallardo pitch for a full season. I think he can be an all-star in this league. Hopefully Parra will get better coming off his first full season. Maybe they can package Suppan with Fielder? Actually, Milwaukee could just cut Suppan and I would be happy. Any chance Chris Capuano comes back?
Bullpen
Scott: Ironically, the bullpen pitched extremely well during the playoffs. Sveum managed to piece this unit together and made it work. I was impressed with the way that Villanueva bounced back after being thrown out of the rotation. Torres is a set up man playing the role of closer. Shouse can get lefties out, so is worth bringing back. Obviously Gagne needs to go, and I wasn't impressed by Mota. (At least Turnbow's contract is up.) Luis Pena from AAA should join the fray next year, and Mitch Stetter deserves another look since he's left handed. The biggest off season move the Brewers made was the one they didn't, losing Coco Cordero. A suitable replacement has to be found. McClung. if he can develop more command, could potentially fit the mold.
tS: The biggest surprise of the NLDS was the performance of the bullpen (including Gagne!). The relievers only allowed 1 run in the 4 games combined. But Milwaukee needs a real closer. I think if you look back to how many games Gagne, Torres, and the rest of the relievers blew in the regular season, and count some of those as wins with a real, shut-down closer, the Brewers could have won the division. That being said, I doubt they'll find one on the free agent market this year. I agree that players named Gagne, Mota, and Turnbow, should never be allowed in the Miller Park home team clubhouse again.
NLDS - Milwaukee vs. Philadelphia, Game 3
These pictures and the video at the end are courtesy of my brother, Bob S., who got to go to they Brewers-Phillies playoff game Saturday. Milwaukee won 4-1 to capture their first playoff victory since 1982!
These fans didn't have a ticket to the game, so they were setting up Direct TV and tailgating.
The view from section 129.
These fans didn't have a ticket to the game, so they were setting up Direct TV and tailgating.
The view from section 129.
Dave Bush started for the Brewers, and went 5 1/3 innings, allowing just 1 earned run on 5 hits and 0 walks. He struck out 3 Phillies in the game.
The team celebrating the win after the final out.
And the crowd goes wild.
The ceremonial first pitch, thrown out by Bob Uecker.
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Egg-Offs
I've told several people about egg-offs and the reaction that is most common is a look of exasperation mixed with despair.
Thursday, October 2, 2008
NLDS - Milwaukee vs. Philadelphia, Game 2
For the second straight day, Milwaukee's playoff fortunes came down to a couple of mistakes and a couple of missed opportunities. The Brewers head home for Game 3 Saturday, and they will need to find a way to generate some offense in order to avoid a sweep.
-The Brewers couldn't have asked for a better way to start tonight's game. Braun doubled (just missed a home run) with one out to move Durham to third. Philadelphia intentionally walked Fielder, and then Hardy drew a walk to drive in a run. Brett Myers was visibly rattled. Then Corey Hart walked up to the plate. Swinging at the very first pitch, Hart weakly tapped a grounder back to Myers who started an inning-ending double play.
The Phillies start a lefty in Game 3 (Jamie Moyer), so it will be unlikely that Hart will be removed from the lineup. It's a shame that Gabe Kapler was unable to play in this series, because I really think he could have been a good alternative to the struggling Hart.
-CC Sabathia had a pretty good start too. In the bottom of the first CC struck out 2 batters to strand a runner at third base. But it was all downhill from there. In the next inning, Brett Myers had what may become the biggest at-bat by a pitcher in the 2008 postseason, drawing a walk and setting up Shane Victorino's grand slam. 5-1 Phillies after 2 innings. CC didn't look tired. He just left too many pitches up and over the middle of the plate, and the Phillies all worked long at-bats to drive his pitch count high.
-Another good job by Milwaukee's bullpen tonight. Tonight it was the combination of Mitch Stetter, Seth McClung, Eric Gagne, and Saloman Torres. The bullpen allowed 3 hits and 3 walks, but no runs in 4 1/3 innings. So far in the series, the bullpen has gone 8 1/3 innings, allowing 4 hits and 4 walks, and 0 runs, while collecting 8 strikeouts.
-Milwaukee's offense has just 7 hits in 2 games. 7! The offense has also walked just 5 times, which means the team has averaged 6 baserunners in the 2 games.
-It's Dave Bush for Milwaukee Saturday night, as the Brewers seek their first playoff win in 26 years. As a franchise, the 0-2 hole is nothing new. Back in 1981, the Brewers fell into a 0-2 hole to the Yankees in the ALDS. Milwaukee went on to win 2 games at Yankee Stadium to force a fifth game in New York. In 1982, the Brewers fell behind 0-2 to the Angels in the ALCS, before coming back to win 3 games and the series.
-The Brewers couldn't have asked for a better way to start tonight's game. Braun doubled (just missed a home run) with one out to move Durham to third. Philadelphia intentionally walked Fielder, and then Hardy drew a walk to drive in a run. Brett Myers was visibly rattled. Then Corey Hart walked up to the plate. Swinging at the very first pitch, Hart weakly tapped a grounder back to Myers who started an inning-ending double play.
The Phillies start a lefty in Game 3 (Jamie Moyer), so it will be unlikely that Hart will be removed from the lineup. It's a shame that Gabe Kapler was unable to play in this series, because I really think he could have been a good alternative to the struggling Hart.
-CC Sabathia had a pretty good start too. In the bottom of the first CC struck out 2 batters to strand a runner at third base. But it was all downhill from there. In the next inning, Brett Myers had what may become the biggest at-bat by a pitcher in the 2008 postseason, drawing a walk and setting up Shane Victorino's grand slam. 5-1 Phillies after 2 innings. CC didn't look tired. He just left too many pitches up and over the middle of the plate, and the Phillies all worked long at-bats to drive his pitch count high.
-Another good job by Milwaukee's bullpen tonight. Tonight it was the combination of Mitch Stetter, Seth McClung, Eric Gagne, and Saloman Torres. The bullpen allowed 3 hits and 3 walks, but no runs in 4 1/3 innings. So far in the series, the bullpen has gone 8 1/3 innings, allowing 4 hits and 4 walks, and 0 runs, while collecting 8 strikeouts.
-Milwaukee's offense has just 7 hits in 2 games. 7! The offense has also walked just 5 times, which means the team has averaged 6 baserunners in the 2 games.
-It's Dave Bush for Milwaukee Saturday night, as the Brewers seek their first playoff win in 26 years. As a franchise, the 0-2 hole is nothing new. Back in 1981, the Brewers fell into a 0-2 hole to the Yankees in the ALDS. Milwaukee went on to win 2 games at Yankee Stadium to force a fifth game in New York. In 1982, the Brewers fell behind 0-2 to the Angels in the ALCS, before coming back to win 3 games and the series.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
NLDS - Milwaukee vs. Philadelphia, Game 1
Welcome to playoff baseball Brewers fans, where opportunities are few and mistakes are magnified. I've got a lot of notes from today's game, but I'll start first with the good things:
-Pitching wins championships, and Milwaukee's pitching was very good today. Yovani Gallardo gave up 3 runs, but those were due to a bobble by Bill Hall, an error by Rickie Weeks, and an error by Mike Cameron. Besides Gallardo, Mitch Stetter, Carlos Villanueva, Manny Parra, and Guillermo Mota all pitched well. Combined they allowed just 4 hits, 5 walks, and had 7 strikeouts. The relievers allowed just 2 of those baserunners.
-It was a rough day for the hitters, but they battled until the end, and the decision by Charlie Manuel to take Cole Hamels out of the game could come back to haunt him. The Brewers showed no fear against Lidge, scoring a run off of him while making him throw 35 pitches.
-Unfortunately the Brewer hitters were invisible for the first 8 innings. The best opportunity to score against Hamels came in the 6th, when Craig Counsell got a 1-out hit, followed by a walk by Cameron. But Bill Hall struck out and Ryan Braun popped out to end the threat. I think today's struggles were mostly due to the fantastic outing by Hamels, and the fact that Milwaukee is traditionally a bad hitting club against change-up pitchers. I don't think it had anything to do with playoff pressure. None of the hitters looked overwhelmed by the moment - just overwhelmed by change-ups.
-Corey Hart of all people got the first hit off of Hamels (with 2 outs and 2 strikes)...but then he struck out to end the game.
-The Brewers are not going to let Ryan Howard beat them. It worked today...the Brewers beat themselves.
-In addition to Hamel's great outing, the Phillies played solid defense and didn't give the Brewers any breaks.
-Only 3 NL teams have lost the first game in a NLDS and gone on to win the series. Milwaukee can come back, but they will need the offense to wake up. And tomorrow's start by CC just got even more important.
-Calling the game for TBS...Brian Anderson! Plus Joe Simpson and John Smoltz. Pretty solid crew. I was surprised TBS would assign Anderson to the Brewers' series, but I guess they needed someone who could correctly pronounce "Gallardo."
-Before the game, Cal Ripken Jr. said he'd be surprised if Minnesota beat Cole Hamels today. Well put, Cal.
-Isn't Frank Caliendo so funny? Wow, he can impersonate people! If only there was a way to get him and Carrot Top to work together.
-Pitching wins championships, and Milwaukee's pitching was very good today. Yovani Gallardo gave up 3 runs, but those were due to a bobble by Bill Hall, an error by Rickie Weeks, and an error by Mike Cameron. Besides Gallardo, Mitch Stetter, Carlos Villanueva, Manny Parra, and Guillermo Mota all pitched well. Combined they allowed just 4 hits, 5 walks, and had 7 strikeouts. The relievers allowed just 2 of those baserunners.
-It was a rough day for the hitters, but they battled until the end, and the decision by Charlie Manuel to take Cole Hamels out of the game could come back to haunt him. The Brewers showed no fear against Lidge, scoring a run off of him while making him throw 35 pitches.
-Unfortunately the Brewer hitters were invisible for the first 8 innings. The best opportunity to score against Hamels came in the 6th, when Craig Counsell got a 1-out hit, followed by a walk by Cameron. But Bill Hall struck out and Ryan Braun popped out to end the threat. I think today's struggles were mostly due to the fantastic outing by Hamels, and the fact that Milwaukee is traditionally a bad hitting club against change-up pitchers. I don't think it had anything to do with playoff pressure. None of the hitters looked overwhelmed by the moment - just overwhelmed by change-ups.
-Corey Hart of all people got the first hit off of Hamels (with 2 outs and 2 strikes)...but then he struck out to end the game.
-The Brewers are not going to let Ryan Howard beat them. It worked today...the Brewers beat themselves.
-In addition to Hamel's great outing, the Phillies played solid defense and didn't give the Brewers any breaks.
-Only 3 NL teams have lost the first game in a NLDS and gone on to win the series. Milwaukee can come back, but they will need the offense to wake up. And tomorrow's start by CC just got even more important.
-Calling the game for TBS...Brian Anderson! Plus Joe Simpson and John Smoltz. Pretty solid crew. I was surprised TBS would assign Anderson to the Brewers' series, but I guess they needed someone who could correctly pronounce "Gallardo."
-Before the game, Cal Ripken Jr. said he'd be surprised if Minnesota beat Cole Hamels today. Well put, Cal.
-Isn't Frank Caliendo so funny? Wow, he can impersonate people! If only there was a way to get him and Carrot Top to work together.
Playoff Predictions
I was planning on doing a longer post with lots of analysis, but I ran out of time and had too much school work to get done in order to enjoy today's playoff action. So here are my quick predictions, along with what I hope happens:
What I think will happen:
NLDS
cubs beat Dodgers, 3-2
Phillies beat Brewers, 3-1
NLCS
cubs beat Phillies, 4-2
ALDS
Rays beat White Sox, 3-2
Red Sox beat Angels, 3-2
ALCS
Red Sox beat Rays, 4-3
World Series
Red Sox beat cubs, 4-2
What I hope will happen:
NLDS
Brewers beat Phillies
Dodgers beat cubs
NLCS
Brewers beat Dodgers
ALDS
Rays beat White Sox
Red Sox beat Angels
ALCS
Rays beat Red Sox
World Series
Brewers beat Rays
What I think will happen:
NLDS
cubs beat Dodgers, 3-2
Phillies beat Brewers, 3-1
NLCS
cubs beat Phillies, 4-2
ALDS
Rays beat White Sox, 3-2
Red Sox beat Angels, 3-2
ALCS
Red Sox beat Rays, 4-3
World Series
Red Sox beat cubs, 4-2
What I hope will happen:
NLDS
Brewers beat Phillies
Dodgers beat cubs
NLCS
Brewers beat Dodgers
ALDS
Rays beat White Sox
Red Sox beat Angels
ALCS
Rays beat Red Sox
World Series
Brewers beat Rays
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Brewers/NLDS Notes
-The Brewers announced their playoff roster today. No Ben Sheets, Gabe Kapler, or Russell Branyan. One surprise was the choice of Brad Nelson. Nelson made 8 plate appearances at the end of the regular season, getting 2 hits (both doubles) and drawing 1 walk. He played only 2 innings in the field (at 1B).
-Not too many people are predicting the Brewers beating the Phillies in this series. In fact, over at ESPN.com's series overview, not a single analyst predicts Milwaukee advancing.
-Tim Kurkjian looks at 5 questions surrounding the series.
-Want to know who will be umpiring the Brewers/Phillies series?
-Here are Dale Sveum's and Ryan Braun and Yovani Gallardo's press conferences.
-Philadelphia outfielder Pat Burrell had to leave his team's practice today because of back problems.
-The Phillies will need this guy's bat if they want to do some damage in October.
-The story of Cole Hamels.
-Philly fans are daring to dream.
-Not too many people are predicting the Brewers beating the Phillies in this series. In fact, over at ESPN.com's series overview, not a single analyst predicts Milwaukee advancing.
-Tim Kurkjian looks at 5 questions surrounding the series.
-Want to know who will be umpiring the Brewers/Phillies series?
-Here are Dale Sveum's and Ryan Braun and Yovani Gallardo's press conferences.
-Philadelphia outfielder Pat Burrell had to leave his team's practice today because of back problems.
-The Phillies will need this guy's bat if they want to do some damage in October.
-The story of Cole Hamels.
-Philly fans are daring to dream.
Monday, September 29, 2008
Pitching Matchups Take Shape
Dale Sveum announced on FSN a few minutes ago that Yovani Gallardo would be getting the ball in Game 1 of the NLDS. CC Sabathia will get the start in Game 2, and there is no word yet on who will start Game 3 at Miller Park on Saturday. Jeff Suppan would be the likely candidate, because he is a veteran with postseason experience. However, the Brewers could start Dave Bush, Seth McClung, or Manny Parra in Game 3 and save Suppan for a possible Game 4.
As for the Phillies, their star lefty Cole Hamels will start Game 1, Brett Myers will start Game 2, and the veteran Jamie Moyer will start Game 3.
Here are the numbers for all of the starting pitchers:
Game 1
Milwaukee - Yovani Gallardo
2008 - 0-0, 4 GS, 24 IP, 22 Hits, 5 ER, 3 HR, 8 BB, 1.88 ERA, 1.25 WHIP
2007 - 9-5, 17 GS, 110 1/3 IP, 103 Hits, 45 ER, 8 HR, 37 BB, 3.67 ERA, 1.27 WHIP
Gallardo has faced the Phillies once, back on August 3, 2007. He went 6 2/3 innings, allowing 4 hits, 1 walk, and 1 ER, while striking out 7 batters. The Brewers won the game 2-1.
Philadelphia - Cole Hamels
2008 - 14-10, 33 GS, 227 1/3 IP, 193 Hits, 78 ER, 28 HR, 53 BB, 196 K, 3.09 ERA
Career vs. Milwaukee - 2-1, 5 GS, 34 2/3 IP, 28 Hits, 17 ER, 5 HR, 10 BB, 36 K, 4.41 ERA
Hamels made two starts against Milwaukee in 2008, going 1-1. In the combined starts, he went 13 1/3 innings, allowing 14 hits, 5 walks, 7 ER, and 2 HR, while striking out 15.
Game 2
Milwaukee - CC Sabathia
2008 (with Mil.) - 11-2, 17 GS, 130 2/3 IP, 106 Hits, 24 ER, 6 HR, 25 BB, 128 K, 1.65 ERA
Career vs. Philadelphia - 1-1, 2 GS, 12 2/3 IP, 13 Hits, 7 ER, 1 HR, 4 BB, 8 K, 4.97 ERA
CC will be making his fourth start on 3 days rest Thursday. He has made 4 career postseason starts (with Cleveland in 2001 and 2007). In those 4 games, he went 2-2, allowed 17 ER in 21 1/3 innings, gave up 27 hits and 18 walks, and recorded 19 strikeouts.
Philadelphia - Brett Myers
2008 - 10-13, 30 GS, 190 IP, 197 Hits, 96 ER, 29 HR, 65 BB, 163 K, 4.55 ERA
Myers made 1 start against the Brewers this year - a complete game, 2-hit, 1-run performance, where he recorded 4 strikeouts. Myers worked out of the bullpen for the Phillies last year in the NLDS, appearing in 2 games. He only pitched 1 1/3 innings, giving up 2 hits, striking out 3 batters, and allowing 0 runs.
Game 3
Milwaukee - TBD, Suppan, Bush, Parra, McClung?
It will be interesting to see who Sveum goes with in Game 3. Of the four pitchers listed above, only Suppan has postseason experience. But he had a fairly rough September and was ineffective against Philadelphia this year (2 GS, 10 2/3 IP, 7 ER, 13 Hits, 7 BB). Seth McClung is coming off a good outing last Friday. This year, he pitched 3 innings in 2 games against the Phillies as a reliever (0 Hits, 1 BB, 4 K, 0 ER). Back in 2006, McClung made his only start against Philadelphia, giving up 6 ER in 4 2/3 innings.
Dave Bush is also coming off a strong relief appearance. He pitched 3 innings Saturday, allowing just 1 baserunner, 0 runs, and striking out 1. He made a start at Philadelphia on September 14, allowing 3 ER in 6 innings (5 Hits, 2 BB, 4 K). Bush has good numbers in his career at Miller Park: 23-14, 3.75 ERA, 229 K in 319 IP.
Finally there is Manny Parra who last pitched on Saturday (2 IP, 1 Hit, 0 ER, 4 K). Parra started against Philadelphia on September 13, but it was not a good outing: 1 1/3 IP, 7 Hits, 3 BB, 5 ER, 3 K).
Philadelphia - Jamie Moyer
2008 - 16-7, 33 GS, 196 1/3 IP, 199 Hits, 81 ER, 20 HR, 62 BB, 123 K, 3.71 ERA
Jamie Moyer is almost 46 years old, but he is coming off of one of the best seasons of his career. Moyer faced the Brewers twice in 2008, going 1-0, and allowing 4 ER in 11 2/3 innings. He has 5 career playoff starts, including 1 start last year in the NLDS when he went 6 innings and allowed 1 run on 5 hits.
As for the Phillies, their star lefty Cole Hamels will start Game 1, Brett Myers will start Game 2, and the veteran Jamie Moyer will start Game 3.
Here are the numbers for all of the starting pitchers:
Game 1
Milwaukee - Yovani Gallardo
2008 - 0-0, 4 GS, 24 IP, 22 Hits, 5 ER, 3 HR, 8 BB, 1.88 ERA, 1.25 WHIP
2007 - 9-5, 17 GS, 110 1/3 IP, 103 Hits, 45 ER, 8 HR, 37 BB, 3.67 ERA, 1.27 WHIP
Gallardo has faced the Phillies once, back on August 3, 2007. He went 6 2/3 innings, allowing 4 hits, 1 walk, and 1 ER, while striking out 7 batters. The Brewers won the game 2-1.
Philadelphia - Cole Hamels
2008 - 14-10, 33 GS, 227 1/3 IP, 193 Hits, 78 ER, 28 HR, 53 BB, 196 K, 3.09 ERA
Career vs. Milwaukee - 2-1, 5 GS, 34 2/3 IP, 28 Hits, 17 ER, 5 HR, 10 BB, 36 K, 4.41 ERA
Hamels made two starts against Milwaukee in 2008, going 1-1. In the combined starts, he went 13 1/3 innings, allowing 14 hits, 5 walks, 7 ER, and 2 HR, while striking out 15.
Game 2
Milwaukee - CC Sabathia
2008 (with Mil.) - 11-2, 17 GS, 130 2/3 IP, 106 Hits, 24 ER, 6 HR, 25 BB, 128 K, 1.65 ERA
Career vs. Philadelphia - 1-1, 2 GS, 12 2/3 IP, 13 Hits, 7 ER, 1 HR, 4 BB, 8 K, 4.97 ERA
CC will be making his fourth start on 3 days rest Thursday. He has made 4 career postseason starts (with Cleveland in 2001 and 2007). In those 4 games, he went 2-2, allowed 17 ER in 21 1/3 innings, gave up 27 hits and 18 walks, and recorded 19 strikeouts.
Philadelphia - Brett Myers
2008 - 10-13, 30 GS, 190 IP, 197 Hits, 96 ER, 29 HR, 65 BB, 163 K, 4.55 ERA
Myers made 1 start against the Brewers this year - a complete game, 2-hit, 1-run performance, where he recorded 4 strikeouts. Myers worked out of the bullpen for the Phillies last year in the NLDS, appearing in 2 games. He only pitched 1 1/3 innings, giving up 2 hits, striking out 3 batters, and allowing 0 runs.
Game 3
Milwaukee - TBD, Suppan, Bush, Parra, McClung?
It will be interesting to see who Sveum goes with in Game 3. Of the four pitchers listed above, only Suppan has postseason experience. But he had a fairly rough September and was ineffective against Philadelphia this year (2 GS, 10 2/3 IP, 7 ER, 13 Hits, 7 BB). Seth McClung is coming off a good outing last Friday. This year, he pitched 3 innings in 2 games against the Phillies as a reliever (0 Hits, 1 BB, 4 K, 0 ER). Back in 2006, McClung made his only start against Philadelphia, giving up 6 ER in 4 2/3 innings.
Dave Bush is also coming off a strong relief appearance. He pitched 3 innings Saturday, allowing just 1 baserunner, 0 runs, and striking out 1. He made a start at Philadelphia on September 14, allowing 3 ER in 6 innings (5 Hits, 2 BB, 4 K). Bush has good numbers in his career at Miller Park: 23-14, 3.75 ERA, 229 K in 319 IP.
Finally there is Manny Parra who last pitched on Saturday (2 IP, 1 Hit, 0 ER, 4 K). Parra started against Philadelphia on September 13, but it was not a good outing: 1 1/3 IP, 7 Hits, 3 BB, 5 ER, 3 K).
Philadelphia - Jamie Moyer
2008 - 16-7, 33 GS, 196 1/3 IP, 199 Hits, 81 ER, 20 HR, 62 BB, 123 K, 3.71 ERA
Jamie Moyer is almost 46 years old, but he is coming off of one of the best seasons of his career. Moyer faced the Brewers twice in 2008, going 1-0, and allowing 4 ER in 11 2/3 innings. He has 5 career playoff starts, including 1 start last year in the NLDS when he went 6 innings and allowed 1 run on 5 hits.
Uecker's Call
If I would have been thinking straight yesterday I would have turned on the radio to listen to Bob Uecker call the end of yesterday's history-making game.
Fortunately I found this site, which offers audio clips from yesterday's radio coverage. If you click on "9/28 Game Wrap and Highlights" under the Brewers Featured Podcasts section, you can listen to Ueck's call of Braun's go-ahead home run yesterday (it gave me chills listening to the call).
Fortunately I found this site, which offers audio clips from yesterday's radio coverage. If you click on "9/28 Game Wrap and Highlights" under the Brewers Featured Podcasts section, you can listen to Ueck's call of Braun's go-ahead home run yesterday (it gave me chills listening to the call).
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Game Times Set
Here are the start times (central) for Milwaukee's NLDS games:
Wednesday - 2 pm
Thursday - 5 pm
Saturday - 5 pm
As for the rest of MLB:
-If the White Sox win tomorrow, they will play a one-game playoff with the Twins Tuesday, at 6:30 pm.
-The Dodgers take on the cubs starting at 5:30 pm Wednesday. Then the 2 teams play at 8:30 pm Thursday, and Saturday at 9 pm.
-The defending World Series Champion Red Sox travel to Los Angeles to take on the Angels. That series also starts Wednesday with a 9 pm game. Then the 2 teams play Friday at 8:30 pm, and again on Sunday (TBD).
-The surprise Tampa Bay Rays will host either the White Sox or the Twins Thursday at 1:30 pm and Friday at 5 pm. Game 3 of that series will be Sunday (TBD).
In the coming days I will post my playoff predictions, along with my picks for end of the year awards.
Wednesday - 2 pm
Thursday - 5 pm
Saturday - 5 pm
As for the rest of MLB:
-If the White Sox win tomorrow, they will play a one-game playoff with the Twins Tuesday, at 6:30 pm.
-The Dodgers take on the cubs starting at 5:30 pm Wednesday. Then the 2 teams play at 8:30 pm Thursday, and Saturday at 9 pm.
-The defending World Series Champion Red Sox travel to Los Angeles to take on the Angels. That series also starts Wednesday with a 9 pm game. Then the 2 teams play Friday at 8:30 pm, and again on Sunday (TBD).
-The surprise Tampa Bay Rays will host either the White Sox or the Twins Thursday at 1:30 pm and Friday at 5 pm. Game 3 of that series will be Sunday (TBD).
In the coming days I will post my playoff predictions, along with my picks for end of the year awards.
Game 1 Start Time
No word yet on what time Game 1 of the NLDS featuring the Brewers and Phillies will start. TBS will be covering the entire series, and their schedule for Wednesday has three possible start times - 2 pm, 5:30 pm, or 9 pm. Because the game will be played in Philadelphia, I'm guessing that it will either be 2 or 5:30 pm.
My last class ends at 12:50 pm Wednesday, and there is no way I am missing the first Brewer playoff game since 1982!
My last class ends at 12:50 pm Wednesday, and there is no way I am missing the first Brewer playoff game since 1982!
Say Hello To October, Brewers Fans!
Brewers fans everywhere rejoice - we are heading to October baseball!
For an event 26 years in the making, it was amazing how many things had to happen on the last day of the regular season for the Milwaukee Brewers.
It took a career-defining pitching performance by CC Sabathia.
It took yet another dramatic home run by the franchise's new "Kid," Ryan Braun.
It took a professional at-bat by the cagey veteran, Craig Counsell, who worked a walk with the bases loaded to tie the game.
And hundreds of miles away, it took a go-ahead home run by a former Brewer, Wes Helms, a symbol of the franchise's futility for the past two and a half decades.
Three weeks ago, the wheels started to fall off. Two weeks ago, it was looking dire. One week ago, they were counted out. Today, the Milwaukee Brewers are the National League Wild Card Champions. And "wild" doesn't even begin to describe the past week.
In the years to come, fans will talk about CC's masterpieces, Braun's blasts, Prince's heroics, Gallardo's guts, Sveum's calm leadership, and several other moments that defined the final week of the 2008 regular season. But in the days to come, everyone will be focusing on the immediate future.
Brewers vs. Phillies. Playoffs. Enjoy it.
For an event 26 years in the making, it was amazing how many things had to happen on the last day of the regular season for the Milwaukee Brewers.
It took a career-defining pitching performance by CC Sabathia.
It took yet another dramatic home run by the franchise's new "Kid," Ryan Braun.
It took a professional at-bat by the cagey veteran, Craig Counsell, who worked a walk with the bases loaded to tie the game.
And hundreds of miles away, it took a go-ahead home run by a former Brewer, Wes Helms, a symbol of the franchise's futility for the past two and a half decades.
Three weeks ago, the wheels started to fall off. Two weeks ago, it was looking dire. One week ago, they were counted out. Today, the Milwaukee Brewers are the National League Wild Card Champions. And "wild" doesn't even begin to describe the past week.
In the years to come, fans will talk about CC's masterpieces, Braun's blasts, Prince's heroics, Gallardo's guts, Sveum's calm leadership, and several other moments that defined the final week of the 2008 regular season. But in the days to come, everyone will be focusing on the immediate future.
Brewers vs. Phillies. Playoffs. Enjoy it.
Paul Newman, 1925-2008
Paul Newman passed away yesterday. Newman was one of the most distinguished actors of his generation, and he leaves behind a number of memorable contributions to film. Here's a list of my favorite Newman films:
-Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid - Newman teams up with Robert Redford as two train-robbers on the run - "who are those guys?!"
-The Sting - Newman plays a veteran con artist who helps Redford play the big con.
-Cool Hand Luke - Saw this movie for the first time in a high school English class and got to write a paper comparing it to Hemingway's The Old Man and the Sea.
-Slap Shot - Absurd, politically incorrect, raunchy, and hilarious.
The other Newman films I've seen - Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Exodus, The Hudsucker Proxy, and Road to Perdition - are all pretty good too.
Check out Newman's Wisconsin connection.
-Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid - Newman teams up with Robert Redford as two train-robbers on the run - "who are those guys?!"
-The Sting - Newman plays a veteran con artist who helps Redford play the big con.
-Cool Hand Luke - Saw this movie for the first time in a high school English class and got to write a paper comparing it to Hemingway's The Old Man and the Sea.
-Slap Shot - Absurd, politically incorrect, raunchy, and hilarious.
The other Newman films I've seen - Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Exodus, The Hudsucker Proxy, and Road to Perdition - are all pretty good too.
Check out Newman's Wisconsin connection.
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Yuck
First this.
Then this.
And to top it all off, this.
For Wisconsin sports fans, it was not a good day.
Tomorrow the Pack will travel to Tampa Bay, while CC tries to pitch the Brewers into the playoffs. The cubs will be starting Carlos Zambrano, but it does not sound like he will be pitching more than a few innings.
Then this.
And to top it all off, this.
For Wisconsin sports fans, it was not a good day.
Tomorrow the Pack will travel to Tampa Bay, while CC tries to pitch the Brewers into the playoffs. The cubs will be starting Carlos Zambrano, but it does not sound like he will be pitching more than a few innings.
Friday, September 26, 2008
Brewers Take Wild Card Lead
The Brewers turned in another magical performance tonight, defeating the cubs 5-1 at Miller Park. The Mets lost to the Marlins earlier in the evening, which means that Milwaukee now stands atop the Wild Card with a 1 game lead and 2 games to play.
This was a night of redemption for Milwaukee:
-The Brewers beat the cubs at Miller Park for the first time in 2008.
-Starter Jeff Suppan turned in 5 quality innings, allowing just 1 run.
-Seth McClung (who was 5-6, 4.17 ERA entering tonight) delivered a stellar relief performance, allowing just 2 baserunners and striking out 6 cubs in 4 innings.
-Rickie Weeks came off the bench to hit a key 3-run home run in the bottom of the seventh.
-Corey Hart, who has been slumping lately, had 2 hits and scored a run and had a RBI.
-Finally, one of the most satisfying aspects of the win was seeing cubs outfielder Alfonso Soriano play selfishly and hurt his team. In addition to going 0-4 at the plate, Soriano decided to not hustle in the filed, which cost his team in the end.
Ben Sheets goes tomorrow for the Brewers. Meanwhile, the Mets have decided to bring back Johan Santana on 3 days' rest and he will pitch tomorrow against the Marlins instead of Sunday. If Milwaukee can win again tomorrow, and if the Mets lose, the Brewers head to the postseason for the first time since 1982.
This was a night of redemption for Milwaukee:
-The Brewers beat the cubs at Miller Park for the first time in 2008.
-Starter Jeff Suppan turned in 5 quality innings, allowing just 1 run.
-Seth McClung (who was 5-6, 4.17 ERA entering tonight) delivered a stellar relief performance, allowing just 2 baserunners and striking out 6 cubs in 4 innings.
-Rickie Weeks came off the bench to hit a key 3-run home run in the bottom of the seventh.
-Corey Hart, who has been slumping lately, had 2 hits and scored a run and had a RBI.
-Finally, one of the most satisfying aspects of the win was seeing cubs outfielder Alfonso Soriano play selfishly and hurt his team. In addition to going 0-4 at the plate, Soriano decided to not hustle in the filed, which cost his team in the end.
Ben Sheets goes tomorrow for the Brewers. Meanwhile, the Mets have decided to bring back Johan Santana on 3 days' rest and he will pitch tomorrow against the Marlins instead of Sunday. If Milwaukee can win again tomorrow, and if the Mets lose, the Brewers head to the postseason for the first time since 1982.
Brewers Notes
-After last night's dramatic walk-off winner against the Pirates, the Brewers remain in a tie for the Wild Card. Ryan Braun, who hit the game-winning grand slam, talked about his struggles lately, and the injuries that have plagued him.
-Meanwhile, in the celebration that took place at home plate after Braun's blast, JJ Hardy may have injured his hand.
-While Braun's homer was definitely the big highlight of the night, the start made by Yovani Gallardo can't be overlooked. Drew Olson compares Gallardo's comeback to Curt Schilling's "bloody sock" game. I don't think Gallardo's start was on the same level, but it was definitely significant.
In many ways, Gallardo's start last night can be seen as the emergence of Milwaukee's new ace. CC Sabathia will be gone next year. Ben Sheets will most likely be gone too - even if the Brewers could re-sign Sheets, I think it would be unwise to give a big contract to a starting pitcher who has proven himself to be injury-prone and unreliable. The Brewers are close to a playoff berth - which would be their first since 1982 - and Sheets has not been able to rise to the occasion, because of "soreness." Meanwhile, Yovani Gallardo takes the mound less than 5 months after tearing his ACL, and gives Milwaukee a chance to win a much-needed game. Pitching wins championships, and the future looks bright with Gallardo as Milwaukee's ace.
-If Ben Sheets can't pitch Saturday, it will be up to Dave Bush. By the way, this is what Sheets had to say Thursday after throwing a bullpen session:
“Nothing’s changed,” he said. “It went all right but it’s still wait-and-see. I’m fine at throwing 75%. I always have been. If they promise me they won’t swing at it, I’ll go out there and do that all day.”
Not exactly the words of an ace who is willing to do whatever it takes for the team to win.
-It will be interesting to see how much playing time the cub regulars get in this series. Chicago has already wrapped up homefield advantage throughout the playoffs. In their last two games against the Mets, several cubs were given days off. Here are the pitching matchups for the series:
Friday:
Milwaukee - Jeff Suppan (10-10, 5.06 ERA; 1-1, 9.00 ERA vs. Chicago this year)
Chicago - Ryan Dempster (17-6, 2.99 ERA; 4-0 vs. Milwaukee this year)
Saturday:
Milwaukee - TBA, Ben Sheets (13-8, 2.98 ERA, 1-1 vs. Chicago this year) or Dave Bush (9-10, 4.25 ERA, 0-2 vs. Chicago this year)
Chicago - Ted Lilly (16-9, 4.17 ERA, 0-1 vs. Milwaukee this year)
Sunday:
Milwaukee - CC Sabathia (16-10, 2.80 ERA, 0-1 vs. Chicago this year)
Chicago - Jason Marquis (11-9, 4.43 ERA, 0-2 vs. Milwaukee this year)
-Check out this ESPN feature on the Brewers as they enter the final weekend of the regular season.
UPDATE: Ben Sheets is now scheduled to start Saturday. Perhaps Gallardo's start last night has inspired Sheets.
-Meanwhile, in the celebration that took place at home plate after Braun's blast, JJ Hardy may have injured his hand.
-While Braun's homer was definitely the big highlight of the night, the start made by Yovani Gallardo can't be overlooked. Drew Olson compares Gallardo's comeback to Curt Schilling's "bloody sock" game. I don't think Gallardo's start was on the same level, but it was definitely significant.
In many ways, Gallardo's start last night can be seen as the emergence of Milwaukee's new ace. CC Sabathia will be gone next year. Ben Sheets will most likely be gone too - even if the Brewers could re-sign Sheets, I think it would be unwise to give a big contract to a starting pitcher who has proven himself to be injury-prone and unreliable. The Brewers are close to a playoff berth - which would be their first since 1982 - and Sheets has not been able to rise to the occasion, because of "soreness." Meanwhile, Yovani Gallardo takes the mound less than 5 months after tearing his ACL, and gives Milwaukee a chance to win a much-needed game. Pitching wins championships, and the future looks bright with Gallardo as Milwaukee's ace.
-If Ben Sheets can't pitch Saturday, it will be up to Dave Bush. By the way, this is what Sheets had to say Thursday after throwing a bullpen session:
“Nothing’s changed,” he said. “It went all right but it’s still wait-and-see. I’m fine at throwing 75%. I always have been. If they promise me they won’t swing at it, I’ll go out there and do that all day.”
Not exactly the words of an ace who is willing to do whatever it takes for the team to win.
-It will be interesting to see how much playing time the cub regulars get in this series. Chicago has already wrapped up homefield advantage throughout the playoffs. In their last two games against the Mets, several cubs were given days off. Here are the pitching matchups for the series:
Friday:
Milwaukee - Jeff Suppan (10-10, 5.06 ERA; 1-1, 9.00 ERA vs. Chicago this year)
Chicago - Ryan Dempster (17-6, 2.99 ERA; 4-0 vs. Milwaukee this year)
Saturday:
Milwaukee - TBA, Ben Sheets (13-8, 2.98 ERA, 1-1 vs. Chicago this year) or Dave Bush (9-10, 4.25 ERA, 0-2 vs. Chicago this year)
Chicago - Ted Lilly (16-9, 4.17 ERA, 0-1 vs. Milwaukee this year)
Sunday:
Milwaukee - CC Sabathia (16-10, 2.80 ERA, 0-1 vs. Chicago this year)
Chicago - Jason Marquis (11-9, 4.43 ERA, 0-2 vs. Milwaukee this year)
-Check out this ESPN feature on the Brewers as they enter the final weekend of the regular season.
UPDATE: Ben Sheets is now scheduled to start Saturday. Perhaps Gallardo's start last night has inspired Sheets.
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