KevinG Posted March 28, 2019 Share Posted March 28, 2019 Surprised no one has started a 2019 thread, but since it is opening day, here goes at least for predictions: AL EastBoston Red SoxNew York YankeesTampa Bay RaysToronto Blue JaysBaltimore Oriels AL CentralCleveland IndiansMinnesota TwinsKansas City RoyalsChicago White SoxDetroit Tigers AL WestHouston AstrosOakland AsLA AnglesTexas RangersSeattle Mariners NL EastPhiladelphia PhilliesWashington NationalsNew York MetsMiami MarlinsAtlanta Braves NL CentralChicago CubsMilwaukee BrewersSt. Louis CardinalsCincinnati RedsPittsburgh Pirates NL WestColorado RockiesLA DodgersArizona DiamondbacksSan Diego Padres San Francisco Giants AL PlayoffsWildcardA's over YankeesALDSBoston over AsAstros over IndiansALCSAstros over Boston NL PlayoffsWilcardBrewers over NationalsNLDSCubs over BrewersPhillies over RockiesNLCSCubs over Phillies World SeriesCubs over Astros in 6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chez Posted March 28, 2019 Share Posted March 28, 2019 Happy New Year, baseball fans. My predictions: NL Division Winners: Dodgers, Brewers, BravesNL Wildcards: Nationals, CubsAL Division Winners: Astros, Indians, YankeesAL Wildcards: Red Sox, Twins World Series: Yankees over Brewers Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chuckrh Posted March 29, 2019 Share Posted March 29, 2019 Mariners lead baseball by 2 games. i'm not going out & buying world series tickets quite yet... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mountain bed Posted March 30, 2019 Share Posted March 30, 2019 If the trajectory of the Brewers follows that of the Cubs then it's their turn for a ring. Which I wouldn't pissed about. There's a rivalry which keeps getting better but I don't hate 'em like I do the Cards. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beltmann Posted April 2, 2019 Share Posted April 2, 2019 If the trajectory of the Brewers follows that of the Cubs then it's their turn for a ring. Which I wouldn't pissed about. There's a rivalry which keeps getting better but I don't hate 'em like I do the Cards. You already know how I'd feel about a Brewers championship! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Boss_Tweedy Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 This won't be the Braves' year, but locking up Ronald Acuna, Jr. for through his 20s is a great cornerstone (along with Freddie Freeman) to a pennant-winning team. Today was a good day for the Braves and their fans. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uncool2pillow Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 The Twins are alone in 1st place. Not sure I'll be able to say that many times this season. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 Tip of the hat to Laureano. Two nights in a row, both throws to nab Bogaerts. I watched both live and was stunned both times. What an arm...:https://www.mlb.com/news/a-s-shut-out-red-sox-on-homer-amazing-throw This one from two nights ago at the plate...looked like a tie to me:https://www.nbcsports.com/bayarea/athletics/wowed-not-surprised-ramon-laureanos-throw-home-vs-red-sox Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chuckrh Posted April 4, 2019 Share Posted April 4, 2019 how about those Mariners! best start in franchise history. i'm dumbfounded. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chez Posted April 4, 2019 Share Posted April 4, 2019 how about those Mariners! best start in franchise history. i'm dumbfounded.Impressive. But now the M's travel to the South Side to take on the mighty White Sox! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
calvino Posted May 3, 2019 Share Posted May 3, 2019 Nice to see both Chicago teams playing decent ball, as of late. Also, great to see Tim Anderson winning the AL Player of the Month. Hopefully the White Sox will get over the .500 hump this weekend. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
calvino Posted May 6, 2019 Share Posted May 6, 2019 Well, I was hoping for a far better weekend for the White Sox... over the three games - 30 runs for the Red Sox and 5 for the White ones -- horrible. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 This was ridiculous:https://www.si.com/mlb/2019/05/08/jackie-bradley-jr-red-sox-game-saving-catch-robs-home-run-video?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&xid=socialflow_facebook_si&utm_campaign=sportsillustrated&fbclid=IwAR3HMHD9vBt7TPZqDU0SnuxklpUYMmz9qGSgRsz19KxNK6utyvn7-j5Jpc4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Oil Can Boyd Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 This was ridiculous:https://www.si.com/mlb/2019/05/08/jackie-bradley-jr-red-sox-game-saving-catch-robs-home-run-video?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&xid=socialflow_facebook_si&utm_campaign=sportsillustrated&fbclid=IwAR3HMHD9vBt7TPZqDU0SnuxklpUYMmz9qGSgRsz19KxNK6utyvn7-j5Jpc4Yup. He's pretty good at that fielding stuff. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mountain bed Posted May 12, 2019 Share Posted May 12, 2019 That sure was a weird game at Wrigley today. 15 innings, 5+ hours, it never stopped drizzling rain but never enough to roll the tarps out. I guess you could call it a pitchers duel but not in the classic sense of the word. Both teams had A LOT of chances to win all through the last 6 innings - bases loaded, guys on third with 1 out, etc. It was like nobody WANTED to win the game. The Mrs. was yelling to just hit a HR and win the damn game. The last time she said it was when Contreras came up in the 15th and I was like, "Nobody's going yard at this point, dear. It's so wet and cold out there it's like the Dead Ball Era". I swear to God 30 seconds later Willie hit the ball out to the street. So don't EVER listen to me. LOL. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
u2roolz Posted May 27, 2019 Share Posted May 27, 2019 RIP Bill Buckner I hope that the Red Sox & fans give him a nice send off on this short 3 day homestand. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Oil Can Boyd Posted May 29, 2019 Share Posted May 29, 2019 RIP Bill Buckner I hope that the Red Sox & fans give him a nice send off on this short 3 day homestand.Sad news.I was at the game in 1990 when he returned to the Sox and got a standing ovation - which was a nice touch. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lost highway Posted May 31, 2019 Share Posted May 31, 2019 Apparently while I got busy the Rockies swept the Diamondbacks and took their place in the NL West standings. Maybe I should always be busy and forget to check in. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mountain bed Posted September 14, 2019 Share Posted September 14, 2019 3 and 1/2 months since there's been a post. I just punched myself in the face with my fist (after I looked at my watch and my wrist). Christ, there have been SO many insane, spectacular things happen this year I can't even begin to list them all! Just today Nico Hoerner (who got called up Monday from AA ball - not for the 40-man, but when both Baez and Russell went down) hits a home run ON THE VERY FIRST PITCH HE SEES AT WRIGLEY. Some stat nerd should figure the odds of that one out. Anyone feel free to chip in on anything amazing you saw happen. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mountain bed Posted September 14, 2019 Share Posted September 14, 2019 If the trajectory of the Brewers follows that of the Cubs then it's their turn for a ring. Which I wouldn't pissed about. There's a rivalry which keeps getting better but I don't hate 'em like I do the Cards. Also THIS from 5.5 months ago - they were ridiculous last September if I recall. But not unlike Chicago they were pretty battered most of the year. What happened this week was fucking tragic, though. Yelich was right at the top for another MVP award. The dude was MONEY. And well on a path to be the first player IN MLB HISTORY to be a 50 HR 30 SB guy. Think about that one. It makes me sad even though he kills my team.. That said, they still could very easily sneak in the playoffs if the Cubs continue their sporadic play Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chez Posted September 14, 2019 Share Posted September 14, 2019 I love baseball (season ticket holder for 30+ years), but the three-outcome game currently being played (homerun, strikeout or walk) is not as much fun to watch. Take the juice out of the damn ball -- it's gotten ridiculous. That's it, gotta go yell at some clouds and kids playing on my front lawn. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Boss_Tweedy Posted September 14, 2019 Share Posted September 14, 2019 This Braves fan is very happy with the season so far. Not sure if they can get past the Dodgers, but I'd say they're ahead of schedule in terms of their rebuild. Alex Anthopoulos should be a strong contender for exec of the year. He's done a masterful job at adding pieces to the organization's young core of talent. I was the team's biggest critic in April, but I'm happy to be eating crow on an almost nightly basis these days. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brownie Posted September 14, 2019 Share Posted September 14, 2019 I love baseball (season ticket holder for 30+ years), but the three-outcome game currently being played (homerun, strikeout or walk) is not as much fun to watch. Take the juice out of the damn ball -- it's gotten ridiculous. That's it, gotta go yell at some clouds and kids playing on my front lawn. I totally agree. I have loved baseball all my life, but the game in its current state sadly just does not hold my interest. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chisoxjtrain Posted September 14, 2019 Share Posted September 14, 2019 This was a great season for my White Sox. Tim Anderson, Yoan Moncada, and Lucas Giolito all had breakout seasons. Eloy Jimenez and Dylan Cease got a season under their belts so hopefully next year they take the next step. The back end of the bullpen is pretty much as lights out as you can get. With Luis Robert and Nick Madrigal arriving next year, and Michael Kopech returning, the 2020 White Sox should be extremely fun to watch. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KevinG Posted September 15, 2019 Author Share Posted September 15, 2019 The NL has now gotten to the point were it is tough to tell how it is going to shake out. I read this and man if anyone these happen it would be a crazy time in the MLB https://www.mlb.com/dbacks/news/crazy-2019-mlb-playoff-tiebreakers Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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