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Subject: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 03/04/16 at 7:57 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 03/04/16 at 8:02 pm

So... spring training started a few days ago, and I thought it would be nice to be the OP of this year's season thread. This is also the final season with David Ortiz, as he's retiring this year.

I may be a New Yorker, but...

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/78/3f/40/783f404a38e57737f68860642802a385.jpg

Yep... and my team, the LAD, might not be too strong this year with their pitching (sure, they have Kershaw, but he can't do all the work himself; he's just one person). At least they have a new manager - Dave Roberts (we'll see how well he does in his first season at the helm).

Edit: Sorry nally, I just wanted to start this thread early if you're reading this.

Hey, that's perfectly fine. Thanks for doing so. :)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 03/04/16 at 8:22 pm

Yep... and my team, the LAD, might not be too strong this year with their pitching (sure, they have Kershaw, but he can't do all the work himself; he's just one person). At least they have a new manager - Dave Roberts (we'll see how well he does in his first season at the helm).

Same with the Cardinals. Although they might win another playoff berth, since they still have Martinez, Wainwright, Matt Carpenter, and Holliday in their roster.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 03/05/16 at 12:46 am

Same with the Cardinals. Although they might win another playoff berth, since they still have Martinez, Wainwright, Matt Carpenter, and Holliday in their roster.

True. They just have some very good players. And their manager, Mike Matheny, has carried the team to the postseason all 4 years he's managed them.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 03/19/16 at 12:10 am

I have noticed that the Dodgers have done fairly well in Spring Training thus far, although they lost their game yesterday as well as that of today.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 03/19/16 at 8:24 am

I have noticed that the Dodgers have done fairly well in Spring Training thus far, although they lost their game yesterday as well as that of today.

The Mets are doing okay. Even though they lost their most recent game to the Nationals.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 03/20/16 at 1:48 pm

Only two more weeks to go until Opening Day. :D

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 03/20/16 at 6:24 pm

Only two more weeks to go until Opening Day. :D

I can hardly wait!

I just hope that my team, LAD, does well... although their starting pitching (or should I say, projected starting pitching) still seems uncertain. They should never have gotten rid of Greinke.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 03/26/16 at 11:59 am

Dodgers outfielder Andre Ethier injured himself earlier this week in Spring Training, so he's likely gonna be out for at least the first couple of months...so this will likely be a setback for the team. :-\\ I don't see them doing so well without him.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: cool123 on 03/26/16 at 4:11 pm

SF Giants are bound for the World Series this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 03/26/16 at 4:14 pm

SF Giants are bound for the World Series this year.

Well, it could be possible. They did win a World Series on every even-numbered year in the 2010s.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 03/26/16 at 9:25 pm

Well, it could be possible. They did win a World Series on every even-numbered year in the 2010s.

Yes they did...but it's not guaranteed to necessarily happen this time around. Anything could happen.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 03/26/16 at 9:28 pm

Yes they did...but it's not guaranteed to necessarily happen this time around. Anything could happen.

True.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 03/26/16 at 11:08 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 03/27/16 at 6:30 am

Yes...the season needs to be played first. At various points during the season, as the races are shaping up, the predictions can become valid or not. Of course, every team's goal at the start of a season is to win it all.

Maybe the Giants could either go through ups and downs, since it's hard to win four World Series championships in six years.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 03/27/16 at 7:43 pm

Maybe the Giants could either go through ups and downs, since it's hard to win four World Series championships in six years.

The Yankees almost did that, from 1996 through 2001. (They were in position to do it in the bottom of the 9th at Chase Field, but the Dbacks had other plans.)

Edit: Correction...they did achieve four WS titles in a five-year span (1996, 1998, 1999, 2000).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 03/27/16 at 8:08 pm

The Yankees almost did that, from 1996 through 2001. (They were in position to do it in the bottom of the 9th at Chase Field, but the Dbacks had other plans.)

It was almost easy for the Yanks. Since they won thirteen consecutive playoff berths from 1995 to 2007, six of which led them to the World Series.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 03/27/16 at 8:10 pm

It was almost easy for the Yanks. Since they won consecutive playoff berths from 1995 to 2007, six of which led them to the World Series.

That's only thirteen. Am I missing something? Guess it feels like more...

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 03/27/16 at 8:10 pm

That's only thirteen. Am I missing something?

Sorry. It's just that I forgot to edit something in that post.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 03/27/16 at 8:12 pm

Sorry. It's just that I forgot to edit something in that post.

No worries. :)

Meanwhile, the LAD have just been plagued with a few more injuries... ::)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/03/16 at 9:23 am

Well, I would like to say that today is Opening Day for the 2016 season. Here are the first regular season games that would happen later today.

Blue Jays (0-0) @ Rays (0-0), 4:05pm
TOR: Marcus Stroman (#6, 25, RHP, 0-0, undef)
TBR: Chris Archer (#22, 27, RHP, 0-0, undef)

Mets (0-0) @ Royals (0-0), 8:37pm
NYM: Matt Harvey (#33, 27, RHP, 0-0, undef)
KCR: Edinson Volquez (#36, 32, RHP, 0-0, undef)

Cardinals (0-0) @ Pirates (0-0), 1:05pm
STL: Adam Wainwright (#50, 34, RHP, 0-0, undef)
PIT: Francisco Liriano (#47, 32, LHP, 0-0, undef)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/03/16 at 6:01 pm

Oh yes, 3 pairs of teams open the season today; for a while I'd thought there were only 1 (Mets at Royals, picking up from where they left off last season!), but there are 2 others, as posted above.

So the 2016 regular season is underway now! :D The STL at PIT game should be finished by now, I think.

Most everyone else opens up the season manana.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/03/16 at 6:15 pm

Oh yes, 3 pairs of teams open the season today; for a while I'd thought there were only 1 (Mets at Royals, picking up from where they left off last season!), but there are 2 others, as posted above.

So the 2016 regular season is underway now! :D The STL at PIT game should be finished by now, I think.

Most everyone else opens up the season manana.

It actually finished a few hours ago. The Pirates won 4-1 against the Cardinals.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/03/16 at 6:16 pm

It actually finished a few hours ago. The Pirates won 4-1 against the Cardinals.

Thanks. So now one game is in the books!

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/03/16 at 6:26 pm

Thanks. So now one game is in the books!

There was also another game that ended with the Blue Jays winning 5-3 against the Rays.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/03/16 at 6:30 pm

There was also another game that ended with the Blue Jays winning 5-3 against the Rays.

Yes, I was wondering about that one. Figured that it, too, would be over by now.

I believe the Mets-Royals game is gonna be on ESPN tonight.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/03/16 at 6:37 pm

Yes, I was wondering about that one. Figured that it, too, would be over by now.

I believe the Mets-Royals game is gonna be on ESPN tonight.

Yeah. It's gonna air on ESPN at 8:37 pm ET.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/03/16 at 6:39 pm

Yeah. It's gonna air on ESPN at 8:37 pm ET.

...which is about an hour away. I might watch part of it.

One thing's for certain...I'm not gonna be able to watch many Dodger games this year, unless they're nationally televised (i.e., by FOX on Saturdays or ESPN on Sundays) or the games are against the Angels (those I can see on the channel that carries Angels games).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/03/16 at 6:51 pm

...which is about an hour away. I might watch part of it.

One thing's for certain...I'm not gonna be able to watch many Dodger games this year, unless they're nationally televised (i.e., by FOX on Saturdays or ESPN on Sundays) or the games are against the Angels (those I can see on the channel that carries Angels games).

Yeah, I can see that sucks. At least I live in New York City, where I can see both Mets and Yankees games on their sports channels.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/04/16 at 5:52 am

So, I just found out today that the Mets lost 4-3 against the Royals. I'm not sure if they're going to have a comeback against them, since they were done for during the World Series last year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/04/16 at 5:55 am

Here are today's games.

Astros Yankees 1:05 PM Keuchel (0-0) Tanaka (0-0) Buy Tickets
Giants Brewers 2:10 PM Bumgarner (0-0) Peralta (0-0) Buy Tickets
Twins Orioles 3:05 PM Santana (0-0) Tillman (0-0) Buy Tickets
Mariners Rangers 4:05 PM Hernandez (0-0) Hamels (0-0) Buy Tickets
Red Sox Indians 4:10 PM Price (0-0) Kluber (0-0) Buy Tickets
Phillies Reds 4:10 PM Hellickson (0-0) Iglesias (0-0) Buy Tickets
Nationals Braves 4:10 PM Scherzer (0-0) theeran (0-0) Buy Tickets
Dodgers Padres 7:05 PM Kershaw (0-0) Ross (0-0) Buy Tickets
Blue Jays Rays 7:10 PM Dickey (0-0) Smyly (0-0) Buy Tickets
Rockies D-backs 9:40 PM De La Rosa (0-0) Greinke (0-0) Buy Tickets
Cubs Angels 10:05 PM Arrieta (0-0) Richards (0-0) Buy Tickets
White Sox Athletics 10:05 PM Sale (0-0) Gray (0-0) Buy Tickets

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/04/16 at 10:57 am

So, I just found out today that the Mets lost 4-3 against the Royals. I'm not sure if they're going to have a comeback against them, since they were done for during the World Series last year.

Well, they did put the tying and go-ahead runs on in the 9th against Wade Davis. But then Cespedes struck out swinging with the tying run on 3rd to end the game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/04/16 at 11:33 pm

Dodgers blanked the Padres in Petco Park, 15-nothing! This is perhaps one of their largest Opening Day wins, particularly of the shutout nature, in team history. Clayton Kershaw got ample run support to pick up his 4th career Opening Day win in 6 starts. (The other 2 times, he got a no-decision, but the team eventually won those games. So LAD is 6-0 in the past six Opening Days.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/05/16 at 5:52 am

Today's games are...

Astros Yankees 1:05 PM Keuchel (0-0) Tanaka (0-0)
Red Sox Indians 1:10 PM Price (0-0) Kluber (0-0)
Mets Royals 4:15 PM Syndergaard (0-0) Young (0-0)
Cardinals Pirates 7:05 PM Wacha (0-0) Niese (0-0)
Tigers Marlins 7:10 PM Verlander (0-0) Chen (0-0)
Blue Jays Rays 7:10 PM Sanchez (0-0) Odorizzi (0-0)
Mariners Rangers 8:05 PM Iwakuma (0-0) Perez (0-0)
Giants Brewers 8:10 PM Cueto (0-0) Nelson (0-0)
Rockies D-backs 9:40 PM Bettis (0-0) Miller (0-0)
Cubs Angels 10:05 PM Lester (0-0) Heaney (0-0)
White Sox Athletics 10:05 PM Quintana (0-0) Bassitt (0-0)
Dodgers Padres 10:10 PM Kazmir (0-0) Shields (0-0)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/05/16 at 6:10 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/05/16 at 6:20 pm

^ Yep, Kazmir makes his first regular-season start as a member of LAD. He wasn't all that great last time out in the exhibition game against the Angels.

And speaking of the Angels, they got goose-egged in their season opener last night against the Cubs, thanks to some strong pitching by Jake Arrieta (last year's NL Cy Young winner) and some power from the Cubs' bats. (With apologies to Angels fans.) :-\\

Damn, that's bad for them. It's sad enough that they got beaten by the Cubs, a team that hasn't even won a World Series since 1908. That's just pathetic. But what do you know? At least the Angels won the World Series nearly 14 years ago and had it recorded via TV broadcasting.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/05/16 at 6:25 pm

Damn, that's bad for them. It's sad enough that they got beaten by the Cubs, a team that hasn't even won a World Series since 1908. That's just pathetic. But what do you know? At least the Angels won the World Series nearly 14 years ago and had it recorded via TV broadcasting.

Yes they did. I was even rooting for Angels that year, as that was their first time ever (and only appearance, to date) in the World Series. I remember in that sixth game, at Angel Stadium, they were eight outs away from elimination against the Gints, but their offense came storming back, and eventually forced a decider, which they won. The Giants, otoh, would have to wait another eight years before finally bringing a title to the city of San Fran.

Flash forward to today... Perhaps the Angels can do better tonight.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/05/16 at 8:12 pm

Yes they did. I was even rooting for Angels that year, as that was their first time ever (and only appearance, to date) in the World Series. I remember in that sixth game, at Angel Stadium, they were eight outs away from elimination against the Gints, but their offense came storming back, and eventually forced a decider, which they won. The Giants, otoh, would have to wait another eight years before finally bringing a title to the city of San Fran.

Flash forward to today... Perhaps the Angels can do better tonight.

Yeah.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/05/16 at 11:53 pm

Yeah.

At least they got on the board. I saw parts of the game on TV.

I also watched parts of the Tigers-Marlins game on MLB Network. Francisco Rodriguez, in his Detroit debut, blew the save opportunity in the 9th inning, but Detroit untied the score in the 11th to beat Miami, 8-7.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/06/16 at 5:44 am

Today's games:

Blue Jays Rays 1:10 PM Happ (0-0) Moore (0-0)
Giants Brewers 1:40 PM Samardzija (0-0) Jungmann (0-0)
Mariners Rangers 2:05 PM Miley (0-0) Lewis (0-0)
Rockies D-backs 3:40 PM Chatwood (0-0) Corbin (0-0)
Tigers Marlins 4:55 PM Sanchez (0-0) Fernandez (0-0)
Red Sox Indians 6:10 PM Buchholz (0-0) Carrasco (0-0)
Astros Yankees 7:05 PM McHugh (0-0) Pineda (0-0)
Twins Orioles 7:05 PM Gibson (0-0) Gallardo (0-0)
Cardinals Pirates 7:05 PM Leake (0-0) Nicasio (0-0)
Phillies Reds 7:10 PM Nola (0-0) Finnegan (0-0)
Nationals Braves 7:10 PM Strasburg (0-0) Norris (0-0)
Dodgers Padres 9:10 PM Maeda (0-0) Cashner (0-0)
White Sox Athletics 10:05 PM Rodon (0-0) Gray (0-0)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/06/16 at 1:42 pm

So the Dodgers have opened the season with two back-to-back shutouts, including a fine performance from Scott Kazmir, making his Dodgers debut. He went six innings, outdueling his former Tampa Bay Rays teammate James Shields (now in his 2nd year with the Padres; they were with TB together from 2006-09).

Today Kenta Maeda, a pitcher from Japan whom LAD signed in the offseason, makes his MLB debut.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/06/16 at 2:53 pm

So the Dodgers have opened the season with two back-to-back shutouts, including a fine performance from Scott Kazmir, making his Dodgers debut. He went six innings, outdueling his former Tampa Bay Rays teammate James Shields (now in his 2nd year with the Padres; they were with TB together from 2006-09).

Today Kenta Maeda, a pitcher from Japan whom LAD signed in the offseason, makes his MLB debut.

Good for him. Another member of the Dodgers club. As I'm not fond over the Dodgers that much, I'll at least say congratulations to him.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/06/16 at 3:11 pm

Good for him. Another member of the Dodgers club. As I'm not fond over the Dodgers that much, I'll at least say congratulations to him.

Yeah, he's supposed to be really good; he seemed to do fine in spring training, but not so well last weekend against the Angels in that preseason exhibition game. I hope he does well today.

I just know that they're gonna need good pitching to back up Kershaw, the ace; after they got rid of Greinke there was a huge question mark as to who would fill his void. However...Greinke was roughed up in his debut on Opening Day in Arizona the other night.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/06/16 at 11:40 pm

It's official... the Dodgers open the season by means of a shutout sweep over the Padres.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/07/16 at 5:43 am

Here are today's game for the afternoon.

Phillies Reds 12:35 PM Morton (0-0) Stephenson (0-0)
White Sox Athletics 3:35 PM Latos (0-0) Graveman (0-0)
Astros Yankees 4:05 PM Fiers (0-0) Eovaldi (0-0)
Marlins Nationals 4:05 PM Conley (0-0) Roark (0-0)
Dodgers Giants 4:35 PM Wood (0-0) Peavy (0-0)
Red Sox Indians 6:10 PM Kelly (0-0) Salazar (0-0)
Twins Orioles 7:05 PM Hughes (0-0) Jimenez (0-0)
Cubs D-backs 9:40 PM Lackey (0-0) De La Rosa (0-0)
Rangers Angels 10:05 PM Holland (0-0) Santiago (0-0)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/07/16 at 5:57 pm

Dodgers Giants 4:35 PM Wood (0-0) Peavy (0-0)

Dodgers had been leading that one, but Giants took the lead in 6th, on last look. :-\\

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/07/16 at 11:32 pm

Dodgers had been leading that one, but Giants took the lead in 6th, on last look. :-\\

Yep. Floodgates opened in the late innings. Gints and Dudgers now tied for first place in NL West, at 3 and 1.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/09/16 at 12:16 pm

In last night's Dodgers-Giants game, Ross Stripling, making his first start with LAD, had a no-hitter going through 7 1/3 innings, but manager Dave Roberts pulled him after making 100 pitches, the last of which was ball four to a Giants batter. Dodgers had a 2-nothing lead at this point, but Roberts replaced Stripling with reliever Christopher Hatcher, who promptly served up a two-run home run to the next batter, thereby tying up the game and denying Ross Stripling the victory! >:( What's even worse, the game went to extra innings when reliever Joke Blanton gave up the winning run.
Bah humbug! 8-P >:(

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/09/16 at 8:44 pm

... and today the Dodgers looked like they were gonna lose again, this time due in part to two Giants batters homering off of Kershaw (including Madison Bumgarner, the Gints' ace) and failures to cash in batters who reached on leadoff doubles, but they tied it up in the 9th inning on a misplayed groundball by the 2nd baseman, and went ahead in the 10th inning to win, 3-2.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/10/16 at 10:40 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/11/16 at 5:43 am

And so, after the first full week of the regular season, one team remains unbeaten (namely the Baltimore Orioles), and two teams remain winless (namely the Atlanta Braves and Minnesota Twins, who will play each other later this year, for interleague).

Yeah, I found out that the Orioles won five games in a row this week. It may be something for them, even though they've been in the playoffs two years ago.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/11/16 at 1:42 pm

Yeah, I found out that the Orioles won five games in a row this week. It may be something for them, even though they've been in the playoffs two years ago.

And two years before that (2012), they reached the postseason for the first time in 15 years. They were a wildcard, though.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/11/16 at 4:55 pm

And two years before that (2012), they reached the postseason for the first time in 15 years. They were a wildcard, though.

Yeah, I remember when they played in the 2012 playoffs. They lost to the Yankees, 3-2 in the ALDS. I rooted for the Tigers to win the ALCS after that, since Jeter got injured in Game 1.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/11/16 at 6:02 pm

Yeah, I remember when they played in the 2014 playoffs. They lost to the Yankees, 3-2 in the ALDS. I rooted for the Tigers to win the ALCS after that, since Jeter got injured in Game 1.

That was the 2012 ALDS, not that of '14.

In 2014 they swept the Tigers in the ALDS and then got swept by the Royals in ALCS.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/11/16 at 6:21 pm

That was the 2012 ALDS, not that of '14.

In 2014 they swept the Tigers in the ALDS and then got swept by the Royals in ALCS.

Yeah, I corrected that mistake.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/14/16 at 7:51 pm

Dodgers lost their home opener Tuesday, but rebounded last nite to beat the Dbacks 3-1 and avoid a losing record.

Oh, and the Braves and Twins are still both winless.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/16/16 at 11:34 am

Twins and Braves finally won a game yesterday!! (That is, their respective games.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/17/16 at 5:51 pm

Twins and Braves finally won a game yesterday!! (That is, their respective games.)

It actually sucks to be a Twins or Braves fan this season. Although, I could feel their pain with the Mets and Cardinals losing so much.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Eazy-EMAN1995 on 04/17/16 at 5:53 pm

It actually sucks to be a Twins or Braves fan this season. Although, I could feel their pain with the Mets and Cardinals losing so much.

Yes!!!!! My Cards are really struggling this year, it SUCKS!!!! :\'( >:(

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/17/16 at 6:18 pm

Yes!!!!! My Cards are really struggling this year, it SUCKS!!!! :\'( >:(

Even though they're in 2nd place, which isn't that bad compared to the Mets.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/18/16 at 12:06 am

It actually sucks to be a Twins or Braves fan this season. Although, I could feel their pain with the Mets and Cardinals losing so much.

...and both teams completed a weekend sweep of their respective opponents! Twins swept a series vs the Angels at Target Field, and the Braves swept the Marlins at Marlins Park.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/18/16 at 5:45 am

...and both teams completed a weekend sweep of their respective opponents! Twins swept a series vs the Angels at Target Field, and the Braves swept the Marlins at Marlins Park.

Good for them, I guess.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/18/16 at 12:05 pm

Good for them, I guess.

Yeah, after opening the season with so many losses in a row. The Braves were on the verge of matching their dismal mark of 10 straight losses to open a season, set in 1988.

And now, the Dodgers are traveling to Atlanta to play them, for a series that opens tomorrow.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/18/16 at 3:17 pm

Yeah, after opening the season with so many losses in a row. The Braves were on the verge of matching their dismal mark of 10 straight losses to open a season, set in 1988.

And now, the Dodgers are traveling to Atlanta to play them, for a series that opens tomorrow.

Even though I don't like the Dodgers (because they beat the Mets in the 1988 NLCS), I will hope that they beat the Braves.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/19/16 at 6:13 pm

Even though I don't like the Dodgers (because they beat the Mets in the 1988 NLCS), I will hope that they beat the Braves.

But your Mets got revenge on the Dodgers in last year's NLDS; I gotta give 'em credit for that. (Heck, they also beat 'em in the NLDS 10 years ago, by sweeping them out early.)

Right now the LAD-ATL game should be underway.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/19/16 at 6:23 pm

But your Mets got revenge on the Dodgers in last year's NLDS; I gotta give 'em credit for that. (Heck, they also beat 'em in the NLDS 10 years ago, by sweeping them out early.)

Right now the LAD-ATL game should be underway.

Yeah, but it was very brutal towards the 1988 Mets. They were heavy favorites during the 1988 NLCS. We deserved a rematch against the A's that year, since they beaten the '73 Mets with a fairly good team. The Dodgers were assholes to them. Even if the Mets beaten them in the 2006 and 2015 NLDS, it wasn't the same. They lost the 2006 NLCS and the 2015 World Series, which were huge disappointments to their fans.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/19/16 at 6:25 pm

Yeah, but it was very brutal towards the 1988 Mets. They were heavy favorites during the 1988 NLCS. We deserved a rematch against the A's that year, since they beaten the '73 Mets with a fairly good team. The Dodgers were assholes to them. Even if the Mets beaten them in the 2006 and 2015 NLDS, it wasn't the same. They lost the 2006 NLCS and the 2015 World Series, which were huge disappointments to their fans.

NYM also lost the 2000 World Series, to their interleague rivals, the Yankees.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/19/16 at 6:27 pm

NYM also lost the 2000 World Series, to their interleague rivals, the Yankees.

Yeah, but it's not like anyone cared. A lot of people in New York favored the Yankees to win anyway.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/19/16 at 6:33 pm

Yeah, but it's not like anyone cared. A lot of people in New York favored the Yankees to win anyway.

I suppose so. However, I'm sure there are plenty of Mets fans there as well.

There has never been a Dodgers-Angels World Series, but if one ever does come to fruition, I personally would still favor the Dodgers first & foremost, since they've always been my favourite team. (In 2009 there was the possibility of a Freeway World Series, since both teams reached their respective LCSes, but neither one could advance. The Phils and Yankes both had more power, it seemed, as I recall.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/19/16 at 6:50 pm

I suppose so. However, I'm sure there are plenty of Mets fans there as well.

I suppose Mets fans wanted their team to win the 2000 World Series, but the Yankees kicked their ass throughout the whole series. Their only hope was in Game 3. After that, they just blew it so the Yankees could win their third-straight championship. We wouldn't be struggling if Derek Jeter got injured, just like in the 2012 ALCS.

There has never been a Dodgers-Angels World Series, but if one ever does come to fruition, I personally would still favor the Dodgers first & foremost, since they've always been my favourite team. (In 2009 there was the possibility of a Freeway World Series, since both teams reached their respective LCSes, but neither one could advance. The Phils and Yankes both had more power, it seemed, as I recall.)

Well to be fair, the Angels aren't that good whenever they're in the playoffs. Their only World Series appearance was in 2002. Despite themselves winning that series, they won out of luck. I would also doubt the Angels winning the 2009 ALCS, since Derek, Mariano, and Alex were all powerhouses to the 2009 Yankees.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/20/16 at 12:03 pm

Right now the LAD-ATL game should be underway.

Braves ended up pummeling the Dudgers for their first home win of the season. LAD pitcher Alex Wood, who used to pitch for the Braves, did not receive a hero's welcome; they jumped all over him.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/20/16 at 1:04 pm

Braves ended up pummeling the Dudgers for their first home win of the season. LAD pitcher Alex Wood, who used to pitch for the Braves, did not receive a hero's welcome; they jumped all over him.

They jumped over him because he's with the Braves. That's not cool.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/20/16 at 1:07 pm

They jumped over him because he's with the Braves. That's not cool.

He's not with the Braves anymore. He was traded to the Dudgers last July.

And ever since LAD acquired him he hasn't been very good.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/20/16 at 3:46 pm

He's not with the Braves anymore. He was traded to the Dudgers last July.

And ever since LAD acquired him he hasn't been very good.

Oh. Well to be fair, both teams aren't that good in the playoffs in recent years. Especially the 2012-present era. I call that as a current era, because that's when the Wild Card Game first started.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/20/16 at 4:23 pm

Oh. Well to be fair, both teams aren't that good in the playoffs in recent years. Especially the 2012-present era. I call that as a current era, because that's when the Wild Card Game first started.

Very true.

Although the Dodgers did beat the Braves in the 2013 NLDS... only to fall to the STL Cardinals in the LCS. :-\\

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/20/16 at 4:49 pm

Very true.

Although the Dodgers did beat the Braves in the 2013 NLDS... only to fall to the STL Cardinals in the LCS. :-\\

Yeah. Up to this point, the Braves only been to the playoffs in the current era twice. The Dodgers not only been in the playoffs three times since 2013, but also been to the NLCS once. The Braves haven't been in the NLCS since 2001.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/20/16 at 10:51 pm

Actually...last time the Braves got to the NLCS was 2001, when the Dbacks beat 'em. They beat the Astros in the NLDS, which was the last time the Braves ever won a postseason series.

Flash forward to this year... Dodgers finally beat Braves in extra innings tonight. Tomorrow is the rubber game, with Kershaw on the mound for LAD. The game will start early in the day (noon eastern/9am Pacific).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/21/16 at 9:55 am

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/21/16 at 6:09 pm

Well, I guess it shows that the Dodgers are way better than the Braves.

...even though there have been times when the Braves had the upper hand on the Dodgers. (For example, during the 1990s, Braves won more games than the Dodgers. They even swept the season series in 1994, when there was a strike that cancelled other games that they'd been scheduled to play against each other.)

Today in Atlanta, L.A. eked out another extra-inning win.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/21/16 at 6:12 pm

Other scores around the majors...

Angels split a four-game series at the Chicago White Sox, beating 'em 3-2 in a day game, thereby winning the first and last games of the series.
Marlins finally won another home game, beating the Nats 5-1.
Diamondbacks walloped the Giants 6-2, to complete a four-game sweep at AT&T Park.
Mariners downed the Indians in Cleveland, 10-7.
In another high-scoring affair, Rays defeat Redsox 12-8.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/21/16 at 6:17 pm

...even though there have been times when the Braves had the upper hand on the Dodgers. (For example, during the 1990s, Braves won more games than the Dodgers. They even swept the season series in 1994, when there was a strike that cancelled other games that they'd been scheduled to play against each other.)

Today in Atlanta, L.A. eked out another extra-inning win.

Yeah, but I'm just saying that the Dodgers are better than the Braves this season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/21/16 at 6:18 pm

Yeah, but I'm just saying that the Dodgers are better than the Braves this season.

Ah, ok. I understand now. O0 It definitely seems that way, so far.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/21/16 at 11:40 pm

Jake Arrieta throws the second no-hitter of his career, with the Chicago Cubs trouncing the Cincinnati Reds 16-nada!

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/22/16 at 6:08 am

Jake Arrieta throws the second no-hitter of his career, with the Chicago Cubs trouncing the Cincinnati Reds 16-nada!

That makes it the Cubs' first no-hitter with double digit runs.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/22/16 at 11:35 am

That makes it the Cubs' first no-hitter with double digit runs.

Yes, they had several home runs to account for it all.

Arrieta's previous no-no came last August at Dodger Stadium.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/23/16 at 7:18 pm

For today's games:

White Sox beaten the Rangers 4-3, with them surprisingly being in 2nd place in the AL Central division.
Astros pummeled the Red Sox 8-3.
Yankees won 3-2 against the Rays.
Nationals won 2-0 against the Twins.
Indians won 10-1 against the Tigers.
Blue Jays won 9-3 against the A's.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/23/16 at 11:06 pm

For today's games:

White Sox beaten the Rangers 4-3, with them surprisingly being in 2nd place in the AL Central division.

...behind the Royals, who lost to the Baltimorioles today.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/24/16 at 10:19 am

...behind the Royals, who lost to the Baltimorioles today.

Well, the White Sox are now in 1st place in the AL Central division. Which is surprising, since the last time they've been to the playoffs was in 2008.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/24/16 at 10:55 am

Well, the White Sox are now in 1st place in the AL Central division. Which is surprising, since the last time they've been to the playoffs was in 2008.

Yes, they won the AL Central division that year, but lost their ALDS to the Tampa Bay Rays, who reached the postseason for the first time in franchise history that year!

The other Chicago team, the Cubs, also made the postseason that year, but were swept out early by my team.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/24/16 at 11:10 am

Yes, they won the AL Central division that year, but lost their ALDS to the Tampa Bay Rays, who reached the postseason for the first time in franchise history that year!

The other Chicago team, the Cubs, also made the postseason that year, but were swept out early by my team.

At least the White Sox won the World Series three years earlier.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/24/16 at 11:12 am

At least the White Sox won the World Series three years earlier.

Yes they did, in 2005, to break an 88-year championship drought.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/24/16 at 2:12 pm

Here are the top 3 Wild Card standings for the National and American Leagues.

NL:

1st: Mets (9-7)
2nd: Cardinals (9-8)
3rd (Tied for 2nd): Rockies (9-8)

AL:

1st: Royals (11-6)
2nd: Rangers (10-8)
3rd (Tied for 2nd): Athletics (10-8)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/24/16 at 3:39 pm

For today's games as of this post:

Mets 3 - Braves 2
Rays 8 - Yankees 1
Blue Jays 6 - A's 3
Cubs 9 - Reds 0
Indians 6 - Tigers 3

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/24/16 at 8:58 pm

For today's games as of this post:

Mets 3 - Braves 2
Rays 8 - Yankees 1
Blue Jays 6 - A's 3
Cubs 9 - Reds 0
Indians 6 - Tigers 3

Man, those Braves can't seem to do very well this year so far.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/24/16 at 9:07 pm

Man, those Braves can't seem to do very well this year so far.

Yeah, they're dead last in the NL East division. It's funny, because the Mets were worse than the Braves back in 2009-2014. Even though the Mets finished at 3rd or 4th place. Hell, even people here in New York made fun of the team (despite the fact they've been making fun of them since 1962) when they lost a game. It was torture for Mets fans. They were even terrible during the Subway Series (except for 2013), since the Yankees would beat them every time. This is when Yankee fans try to torment the Mets, by calling them names and sh*t.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/24/16 at 9:13 pm

Oh, and there were two "rollercoaster" games involving NL West teams. The Dodgers beat the Rockies in regulation, but not without the Dodger bullpen relinquishing the lead and having the Rockies go ahead in the 8th; L.A. retook the lead in the top 9th and won, 12-10. And in Arizona, the Pirates had a lead on the Dbacks, but the Dbacks tied it up and sent the game to extras; Arizona had a chance to win it in the 12th but they couldn't come through; finally in the 13th the Pirates scored a pair of runs to win their game, also by a score of 12-10.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/24/16 at 9:27 pm

I'm also glad that the Marlins averted a sweep in San Francisco. They beat the Giants 5-4. Now the Marlins will begin a series at Dodger Stadium tomorrow night, with Don Mattingly as a visiting manager for the first time.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/25/16 at 7:09 am

Here are today's games:

White Sox Blue Jays 7:07 PM Gonzalez (0-0) Stroman (3-0)
Orioles Rays 7:10 PM Gausman (0-0) Archer (0-4)
Red Sox Braves 7:10 PM Porcello (3-0) theeran (0-2)
Reds Mets 7:10 PM Iglesias (1-1) Syndergaard (2-0)
Athletics Tigers 7:10 PM Graveman (1-1) Zimmermann (3-0)
Yankees Rangers 8:05 PM Eovaldi (0-2) Ramos (0-0)
Indians Twins 8:10 PM Salazar (2-1) Milone (0-1)
Pirates Rockies 8:40 PM Locke (0-2) Bettis (2-0)
Cardinals D-backs 9:40 PM Garcia (1-1) Greinke (1-2)
Royals Angels 10:05 PM Kennedy (2-1) Richards (0-3)
Astros Mariners 10:10 PM Fister (1-2) Walker (1-0)
Marlins Dodgers 10:10 PM Chen (0-1) Stripling (0-0)
Padres Giants 10:15 PM Pomeranz (2-1) Bumgarner (1-2)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/26/16 at 11:42 pm

Braves: now the team with the worst record in MLB.

Twins: winners of two straight walk-off wins.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/27/16 at 9:02 am

Braves: now the team with the worst record in MLB.

Twins: winners of two straight walk-off wins.

Damn, that's probably worse than the 1962-1968 Mets.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/27/16 at 11:16 pm

Damn, that's probably worse than the 1962-1968 Mets.

Well, the 1962 Mets hold the record for the most losses in a full season, with 120. The 2003 Tigers came close to that, with 119 games lost. The way things look, this year's Braves could be on pace to come close to those marks.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/28/16 at 8:15 am

Well, the 1962 Mets hold the record for the most losses in a full season, with 120. The 2003 Tigers came close to that, with 119 games lost. The way things look, this year's Braves could be on pace to come close to those marks.

If the 2016 Braves can do worse than the 1962 Mets, then I'll gain some pride of myself being a Mets fan. Even though they just lost 17 games as of this post.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/28/16 at 8:26 am

Despite the Braves losing so much, their catcher A.J. Pierzynski reached 2,000 hits yesterday. This happened during his 19th season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 04/28/16 at 7:27 pm

^ Good for him. O0

Meanwhile, the Braves are trying to avert a season series sweep by the Redsox; on last check they were leading in Boston.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/28/16 at 7:31 pm

^ Good for him. O0

Meanwhile, the Braves are trying to avert a season series sweep by the Redsox; on last check they were leading in Boston.

Maybe the Red Sox might beat them later in the game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 04/29/16 at 7:31 am

Turns out the Braves avoided their series sweep, when they beat the Red Sox 5-3 last night.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/01/16 at 12:16 pm

Turns out the Braves avoided their series sweep, when they beat the Red Sox 5-3 last night.

...yep, saw that on MLB Network.

This weekend they are playing the best team in the majors, Chicago Cubs, who won on Friday but had their game rained out on Saturday (with a makeup date to be determined).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/01/16 at 2:16 pm

For the Mets (since I'm rooting for them this year), they're trailing 4-0 against the Giants, as of the post.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/02/16 at 10:52 am

For the Mets (since I'm rooting for them this year), they're trailing 4-0 against the Giants, as of the post.

...and the Giants averted a sweep by beating 'em. :-\\

As for my team, the LAD, we finally salvaged a game in our homestand; Kershaw went the distance and drove in the only run of a 1-0 Dodger victory. (Had L.A. not won the game, this would have been their first-ever winless homestand of 5+ games in franchise history.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/02/16 at 3:37 pm

...and the Giants averted a sweep by beating 'em. :-\\

As for my team, the LAD, we finally salvaged a game in our homestand; Kershaw went the distance and drove in the only run of a 1-0 Dodger victory. (Had L.A. not won the game, this would have been their first-ever winless homestand of 5+ games in franchise history.)

At least the Mets are still 1st place in the Wild Card standings.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/02/16 at 5:18 pm

At least the Mets are still 1st place in the Wild Card standings.

Speaking of standings, yesterday (Sunday) entering play, all the teams in the NL West division had losing records. But then the Dodgers, Giants, and Rockies all won their respective games to put themselves at break-even to share a three-way division lead. Still, that division can still be labeled the "NL Worst", lol.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/02/16 at 5:22 pm

Speaking of standings, yesterday (Sunday) entering play, all the teams in the NL West division had losing records. But then the Dodgers, Giants, and Rockies all won their respective games to put themselves at break-even to share a three-way division lead. Still, that division can still be labeled the "NL Worst", lol.

The NL East was better than them last year. I mean, at least they were a little bit more competitive.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/02/16 at 5:23 pm

The NL East was better than them last year. I mean, at least they were a little bit more competitive.

Oh yes, I remember. But it's still fairly early in the season, so the playoff races can go in any direction.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/02/16 at 5:24 pm

Oh yes, I remember. But it's still fairly early in the season, so the playoff races can go in any direction.

Yeah, but the NL West could be that bad, later this season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/02/16 at 5:26 pm

Yeah, but the NL West could be that bad, later this season.

Ya never know. I do remember it was like that for much of 2005; there were stretches when every team in that division had a losing record, especially toward the end of the season. The Padres won the division that year with an 82-80 record.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/02/16 at 5:29 pm

Ya never know. I do remember it was like that for much of 2005; there were stretches when every team in that division had a losing record, especially toward the end of the season. The Padres won the division that year with an 82-80 record.

It seemed like an easy win for them.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/03/16 at 6:25 pm

So right now, the Dodgers and Rays are underway at Tropicana Field, with Scott Kazmir facing the team that he began his major league career with; so far with L.A. he hasn't been too great, but he's had his moments. We'll see how he does tonight.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/03/16 at 11:26 pm

...and Kazmir managed to beat his former team: Dodgers 10, Rays 5. Although things did get a little shaky in the 9th inning, when reliever JP Howell (who also played for the Rays once upon a time) loaded up the bases and hit a batter. It took Kenley Jansen to get the last guy out.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/04/16 at 5:34 pm

The Cubs had their 20th win this season, when they beat the Pirates 6-2 today.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/04/16 at 11:59 pm

The Cubs had their 20th win this season, when they beat the Pirates 6-2 today.

WTG Cubs!

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/05/16 at 12:00 am

Meanwhile, in Tropicana Field, Dodgers had to settle for a split in their two-game set with the Tampa Ray Bays. They are back at break-even (.500). :-\\

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/05/16 at 5:58 pm

The Cubs had their 20th win this season, when they beat the Pirates 6-2 today.

And the Twins were handed their 20th loss yesterday, when the Houston Astros walloped them by a landslide.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/05/16 at 6:51 pm

And the Twins were handed their 20th loss yesterday, when the Houston Astros walloped them by a landslide.

Damn, the Astros beat them 16-4. Wouldn't be the Twins pitcher that gave those runs away.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/05/16 at 8:08 pm

Damn, the Astros beat them 16-4. Wouldn't be the Twins pitcher that gave those runs away.

As I recall, Phil Hughes was the Minnesota starter. He gave up some of those runs, but the Stros continued to open the floodgates after he was gone.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/06/16 at 12:54 am

Final score in San Francisco: Rockies 17, Giants 7.

It was actually 17-3 in the 5th inning, thanks to a 13-run outburst in the top of that inning! :o

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/06/16 at 5:53 am

For another double-digit run game, the Blue Jays beaten the Rangers 12-2.

The Jays scored five runs in the first inning, and six in the third. Which is how they got most of the runs.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/06/16 at 11:52 am

For another double-digit run game, the Blue Jays beaten the Rangers 12-2.

The Jays scored five runs in the first inning, and six in the third. Which is how they got most of the runs.

Yep, heard about that.

Tonight they begin a three game set against my team, the LAD, with Marcus Stroman taking the mound for Toronto. He will be opposed by Kenta Maeda, who so far has done pretty well for my team.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/06/16 at 12:52 pm

Tonight, the Red Sox would play against the Yankees like always since 1901. Although, it wasn't that fierce like in the 1910s to the early 2000s. After the Red Sox won the World Series in 2004, their fans don't seem to care about hating the Yankees. Although many of them still hate the Yankees, even my grandpa.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/07/16 at 11:29 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/08/16 at 9:20 am

Cubs are still unstoppable. Today they came from behind to beat the Washington Nationals (currently managed by Dusty Baker, who used to manage the Cubs) 8-5 and improve their record to 23 and 6. Tomorrow Jake Arrieta will try to go 7-0; if he does, CHC would sweep the four-game home series against the Nats.

They're the only team in this season that doesn't have a double-digit loss count, as of this post. I can't believe they lost only 6 games.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/08/16 at 10:37 am

Oh, and Bartolo Colon became the oldest pitcher to hit his very first major league home run yesterday. He did this to help the Mets beat the Padres 6-3 in Petco Park. Colon will turn 43 later this month.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/08/16 at 11:26 am

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/08/16 at 7:31 pm

Well, the Cubs did sweep the Nationals, but Jake Arrieta got a no-decision, as the game went 13 innings before CHC finally prevailed. Their record is now 24 and 6 (a winning percentage of .800)! :o

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/08/16 at 7:36 pm

Well, the Cubs did sweep the Nationals, but Jake Arrieta got a no-decision, as the game went 13 innings before CHC finally prevailed. Their record is now 24 and 6 (a winning percentage of .800)! :o

It's still the best record for any MLB team in this season, as of this post.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/09/16 at 11:48 am

...with Chicago's other team, the White Sox, having the best record in the AL.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/09/16 at 11:59 am

...with Chicago's other team, the White Sox, having the best record in the AL.

Man there's something going on with the White Sox. Did they get better players or something?

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/09/16 at 5:11 pm

Man there's something going on with the White Sox. Did they get better players or something?

One of them is named Todd Frazier; he used to play for the Cincinnati Reds.

There is also Mat Latos, a pitcher who played for a number of different teams; last year the Dodgers acquired him at the trade deadline but couldn't win one lousy game for them; now he's doing quite well with the White Sox.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/09/16 at 5:16 pm

One of them is named Todd Frazier; he used to play for the Cincinnati Reds.

There is also Mat Latos, a pitcher who played for a number of different teams; last year the Dodgers acquired him at the trade deadline but couldn't win one lousy game for them; now he's doing quite well with the White Sox.

That seems interesting. The White Sox were doing average until late April.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/09/16 at 5:18 pm

That seems interesting. The White Sox were doing average until late April.

This weekend they completed a sweep of the Minnesota Twins, who still have the worst AL record right now.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/09/16 at 5:33 pm

This weekend they completed a sweep of the Minnesota Twins, who still have the worst AL record right now.

At least they have one more win than the Braves.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/09/16 at 5:36 pm

At least they have one more win than the Braves.

That's true, they do. They're half a game better than the Braves for the worst record in the majors right now.

Later on this year, the two teams will play each other (for interleague). Two in Minnesota on July 26 and 27; two in Atlanta on August 16 and 17. Who knows, maybe by then they'll both be out of the playoff races.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/09/16 at 6:28 pm

That's true, they do. They're half a game better than the Braves for the worst record in the majors right now.

Later on this year, the two teams will play each other (for interleague). Two in Minnesota on July 26 and 27; two in Atlanta on August 16 and 17. Who knows, maybe by then they'll both be out of the playoff races.

I think it's safe to say that they wouldn't reach high enough to be in the playoff race. I know that you can't predict the future or anything, but the Twins and Braves are basically the worst teams in MLB right now. Unless something happens during the All-Star Break that would change their chances, but that's like winning the lottery.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/10/16 at 7:14 pm

^ Yup. Some teams may start out doing poorly, but then they make a turnaround; conversely, some teams start out really well (for example, winning at least 7 or 8 games before finally losing one) and end up floundering (case in point, the 1987 Milwaukee Brewers). Certain factors can contribute to success or failure, such as team personnel changes (coaching, managers, or players) or acquisition of a player who helps turn things around.

Right now, my team (LAD) is doing mediocre but it is still early in the season yet. They are still missing a few key players, such as veteran outfielder Andre Ethier and a couple o' pitchers. I sure hope Ethier can return to the lineup sometime this year; he is one of their best players, both defensively and offensively.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/10/16 at 7:15 pm

Oh, and the NL Worst Division is still led by two teams with break-even records, heading into play today.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/10/16 at 7:25 pm

Oh, and the NL Worst Division is still led by two teams with break-even records, heading into play today.

Is it the Giants and Dodgers? If so, then wow. I mean, it's like they're trying to spark up their true rivalry back when they were in New York. Man, they were really historical back then. They were like the National League's Yankees and Red Sox. I think they're still like that, only it's cooled down. I'm not sure. I barely care about MLB rivalries, since most of them aren't even worth it anymore. Except for the Yankees and Red Sox, since their fans are really fierce.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/10/16 at 8:49 pm

Is it the Giants and Dodgers? If so, then wow. I mean, it's like they're trying to spark up their true rivalry back when they were in New York. Man, they were really historical back then. They were like the National League's Yankees and Red Sox. I think they're still like that, only it's cooled down. I'm not sure. I barely care about MLB rivalries, since most of them aren't even worth it anymore. Except for the Yankees and Red Sox, since their fans are really fierce.

Indeed it is those two teams.

Another notable rivalry is that of the Cubs and Cardinals, although so far this year the Cubs have dominated pretty much everybody.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/10/16 at 9:13 pm

Indeed it is those two teams.

Another notable rivalry is that of the Cubs and Cardinals, although so far this year the Cubs have dominated pretty much everybody.

It's been tough for the Cardinals to be in the playoff race for the sixth time since 2011. But I'm not sure if they're going to give up yet.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/10/16 at 11:09 pm

It's been tough for the Cardinals to be in the playoff race for the sixth time since 2011. But I'm not sure if they're going to give up yet.

Probably not. Matheny has done a good job managing the team thus far.

Right now they're killing the Angels in Anaheim, 8-nothing. :o

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/11/16 at 9:49 am

Probably not. Matheny has done a good job managing the team thus far.

Right now they're killing the Angels in Anaheim, 8-nothing. :o

Huh. It was a good game for them last night.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/11/16 at 11:58 am

Huh. It was a good game for them last night.

Yep. Final score in that game was 8-1.

In fact, in all three interleague games yesterday, the visiting team won. Tigers beat the Nationals in D.C., 5-4, and the Blue Jays blanked the Giants 4-0.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/11/16 at 12:54 pm

The Mets lost to the Dodgers 3-2 yesterday.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/11/16 at 12:55 pm

The Mets lost to the Dodgers 3-2 yesterday.

Thanks to a walk-off pinch-hit home run by Trayce Thompson. It was LAD's first walkoff win of the season.

Now L.A. is back in sole possession of first place.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/11/16 at 1:03 pm

Thanks to a walk-off pinch-hit home run by Trayce Thompson. It was LAD's first walkoff win of the season.

Now L.A. is back in sole possession of first place.

Good for them. :)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/11/16 at 1:08 pm

So now the Giants and Dbacks are tied for second place at 17 wins and 18 losses. Dbacks are on a surge lately.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/11/16 at 1:15 pm

So now the Giants and Dbacks are tied for second place at 17 wins and 18 losses. Dbacks are on a surge lately.

Damn, it must've been challenging for the NL West this season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/11/16 at 1:18 pm

Damn, it must've been challenging for the NL West this season.

Yep, right now it could still be considered the weakest of the six divisions.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/11/16 at 1:26 pm

Yep, right now it could still be considered the weakest of the six divisions.

Yeah.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/11/16 at 1:27 pm

Yeah.

Hence the nickname "NL Worst"

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/11/16 at 2:14 pm

Hence the nickname "NL Worst"

lol. I suppose the other divisions should have nicknames.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/11/16 at 6:17 pm

The Blue Jays are now going to the 11th inning after they almost faced a loss with the Giants. The score is 4-4.

The Indians are also going through the same thing, but with 16 innings. Their score is 3-3.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/11/16 at 6:20 pm

As for the Indians game, Marwin Gonzalez from the Astros (which is their opposing team) hit a walk-off home run to end the 16-inning game. The final score is 5-3.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/11/16 at 9:56 pm

The Blue Jays are now going to the 11th inning after they almost faced a loss with the Giants. The score is 4-4.

Gints ended up winning that game on a bases-loaded walk to Buster Posey in the 13th, thereby averting a sweep by the Jays.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/11/16 at 9:57 pm

lol. I suppose the other divisions should have nicknames.

They could, if there was something unusual about them compared to the others.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/11/16 at 9:58 pm

Max Scherzer struck out 20 batters to lead the Washington Nationals over his old team the Detroit Tigers. This ties a mark set by Kerry Wood in 1998 and Roger Clemens in 1986 (and replicated by him in 1996). Wood and Clemens had also struck out 20 batters in their respective games.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/12/16 at 5:40 am

Gints ended up winning that game on a bases-loaded walk to Buster Posey in the 13th, thereby averting a sweep by the Jays.

That gives them a spot on first place in the NL Worst. Along with having an 18-18 record today.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/12/16 at 6:04 pm

That gives them a spot on first place in the NL Worst. Along with having an 18-18 record today.

Yes, that coupled with the DUDgers losing. >:(

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/12/16 at 6:48 pm

Yes, that coupled with the DUDgers losing. >:(

Eh. Not trying to be mean, but the Giants are probably trying to win the division back.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/12/16 at 6:49 pm

Eh. Not trying to be mean, but the Giants are probably trying to win the division back.

Every team's goal is to win its division, or at least get to the postseason.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/12/16 at 6:51 pm

Every team's goal is to win its division, or at least get to the postseason.

Well yeah, but they're doing it fiercely.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/12/16 at 6:59 pm

Well yeah, but they're doing it fiercely.

They most importantly want to overtake the Dodgers, their longtime rivals. Of course Dodger fans, such as myself, don't want that to happen.

And there have been times when neither team has been in playoff contention; or, one team but not the other was in contention.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/13/16 at 1:38 pm

Cardinals swept Angels in Anaheim; now they play a weekend series at Dodger Stadium.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/14/16 at 3:05 pm

...and the Dodgers end the Cardinals' winning streak, finally giving Ross Stripling a Major League victory.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/14/16 at 4:19 pm

...and the Dodgers end the Cardinals' winning streak, finally giving Ross Stripling a Major League victory.

Well, I have no reaction with that. Considering the Cardinals aren't even doing good in the first place, I care more about the Mets than the Cards. As for Ross Stripling, I could congratulate him for that.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/15/16 at 12:07 pm

Well, I have no reaction with that. Considering the Cardinals aren't even doing good in the first place, I care more about the Mets than the Cards. As for Ross Stripling, I could congratulate him for that.

Yeah, Stripling made his debut for the Dodgers on April 8 in San Francisco and had a no-hitter going into the 8th inning, but was lifted after making 100 pitches; the bullpen eventually handed the game to the Giants.

And last nite Scott Kazmir almost went the distance -- he was one out away from ending it -- but was lifted after giving up a two-run homer to Jeremy Hazelbaker to cut the Dodgers' lead in half (5-1 to 5-3); Kenley Jansen came in and got the next guy out to nail down the win.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/15/16 at 12:11 pm

Oh, and the Braves finally won another game yesterday; they blanked the Royals in KC, 5-zip. They are still tied with the Twins (who also won yesterday) for the worst record in MLB.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/15/16 at 12:25 pm

Oh, and the Braves finally won another game yesterday; they blanked the Royals in KC, 5-zip. They are still tied with the Twins (who also won yesterday) for the worst record in MLB.

Both of them still suck this season. I pity for those who root for them.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/15/16 at 12:28 pm

Both of them still suck this season. I pity for those who root for them.

Yep...sure seems that way.

The other day (Wednesday) the Braves won only their second home game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/15/16 at 12:33 pm

Yep...sure seems that way.

The other day (Wednesday) the Braves won only their second home game.

The Twins won more home games than away games, and they have the same record as the Braves. That's something.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/15/16 at 3:05 pm

Just found out that the Mets are in third place. It probably has to deal with the Rockies kicking their ass for the past few games. It doesn't really matter, since they'll probably have a comeback.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/16/16 at 5:06 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/16/16 at 5:17 pm

Some suspensions will likely be in effect for certain Blue Jays and Rangers players soon...

https://www.thestar.com/sports/bluejays/2016/05/15/blue-jays-brawl-with-texas-rangers.html

I bet Rougned Smell may be suspended several games for his actions.

Over a f*cking playoff match? Really? I know some brawls like the Yankees vs. Red Sox incident happen because they hate each other, but the Rangers and Blue Rays are neutral. Why bother with the fighting?

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/16/16 at 5:19 pm

Over a f*cking playoff match? Really? I know some brawls like the Yankees vs. Red Sox incident happen because they hate each other, but the Rangers and Blue Rays are neutral. Why bother with the fighting?

My thoughts exactly. Apparently there was some bad blood leftover from their ALDS last October. ::) Still, they shouldn't hold on to petty grudges like that.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/16/16 at 5:22 pm

My thoughts exactly. Apparently there was some bad blood leftover from their ALDS last October. ::) Still, they shouldn't hold on to petty grudges like that.

But it doesn't seem exciting. Like, I'm into MLB brawls (e.g. Yankees vs. Red Sox), but seeing the Rangers fight against the Blue Jays is lame.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/16/16 at 5:24 pm

But it doesn't seem exciting. Like, I'm into MLB brawls (e.g. Yankees vs. Red Sox), but seeing the Rangers fight against the Blue Jays is lame.

The two teams won't be playing each other again until 2017, since they have finished up their season series (they played at Toronto earlier this month, and they played each other in Texas this past weekend).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/16/16 at 5:32 pm

The two teams won't be playing each other again until 2017, since they have finished up their season series (they played at Toronto earlier this month, and they played each other in Texas this past weekend).

Okay. I don't mind that. It's not like I actually care about them playing. Hell, it's not even exciting for me, since it's just baseball. I'm still into MLB, but the Blue Jays aren't my cup of tea this season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/18/16 at 11:55 am

Dodgers lost the Freeway Series opener to the Angels by a run on Monday night, in a game that lasted four hours. Last night they struck back, courtesy of Clayton Kershaw, who struck out 11 batters, in a game that only took two hours and some minutes to play. Joc Pederson hit two home runs to help LAD beat LAA 5-1.
Now the series shifts to Angel Stadium, with Mike Bolsinger making his first start of this year (replacing Ross Stripling, who moves to the bullpen). Both Stripling and Bolsinger will be on pitch-count limits.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/18/16 at 12:01 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/18/16 at 12:27 pm

Elsewhere, Braves got rid of their manager Fredi Gonzalez, and replaced him with Brian Stinker Snitker, who was a manager of their triple-A minor-league affiliate. This was their first time firing a manager since 1990, when Russ Nixon was fired and replaced by Bobby Cox, who successfully managed them for the next 20 years before retiring.

Good riddance. He wasn't a good manager to start with. He basically made the Braves worse than ever. It was like as bad as the 1962 Mets. Only the Mets were slightly getting better every season with new players and coaches. The Braves were doing absolute sh*t during the 2014-2015 seasons after they lost the 2013 NLDS.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/18/16 at 3:26 pm

Good riddance. He wasn't a good manager to start with. He basically made the Braves worse than ever. It was like as bad as the 1962 Mets. Only the Mets were slightly getting better every season with new players and coaches.

And they just might be on pace to do as bad as the '62 Mets. (With apologies to any Braves fans on here.)

The Braves were doing absolute sh*t during the 2014-2015 seasons after they lost the 2013 NLDS.

...and they haven't even won a postseason series since defeating the Astros in the 2001 NLDS.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/18/16 at 4:09 pm

And they just might be on pace to do as bad as the '62 Mets. (With apologies to any Braves fans on here.)

Eh. I'm pretty sure their misery over their team's performance can or can't cope with that.

...and they haven't even won a postseason series since defeating the Astros in the 2001 NLDS.

Even though they were better during the early 2010s, and it didn't matter whether they won a postseason series.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/18/16 at 4:13 pm

Eh. I'm pretty sure their misery over their team's performance can or can't cope with that.

Even though they were better during the early 2010s, and it didn't matter whether they won a postseason series.

Yep, I guess so.

My team (LAD) has played poorly in certain years, most notably in 1992 when they finished with the worst record in the majors that year (63-99).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/18/16 at 4:59 pm

My team (LAD) has played poorly in certain years, most notably in 1992 when they finished with the worst record in the majors that year (63-99).

I could tell, since four games were cancelled that year because of the LA riots. That seems sad for them, since their city had to witness five days of rioting over the Rodney King case in 1991.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/18/16 at 5:00 pm

I could tell, since four games were cancelled that year because of the LA riots. That seems sad for them, since their city had to witness five days of rioting over the Rodney King case in 1991.

Yep, they were recovering from the L.A. riots. That was part of it. The games actually weren't cancelled; just made up later in the year as part of doubleheaders.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/18/16 at 5:04 pm

Yep, they were recovering from the L.A. riots. That was part of it. The games actually weren't cancelled; just made up later in the year as part of doubleheaders.

Okay. But still, I feel sorry for Los Angeles to witness those riots. Must've been tough for their police department and their mayor at the time. Aside from the Dodgers doing better a few years later.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/18/16 at 5:05 pm

Okay. But still, I feel sorry for Los Angeles to witness those riots. Must've been tough for their police department and their mayor at the time.

It certainly was. :\'( I even remember it well, as it was local to me at the time.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/18/16 at 5:08 pm

It certainly was. :\'( I even remember it well, as it was local to me at the time.

At least the Dodgers had a better record in 1993. Especially with Mike Piazza, who was Rookie of the Year that season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/18/16 at 5:11 pm

At least the Dodgers had a better record in 1993. Especially with Mike Piazza, who was Rookie of the Year that season.

Yep, they finished break-even that year, 81-81. Piazza led the team in home runs, and was one of their best hitters during the 90s... until May 1998, when he was traded to Miami, who then dealt him to the Mets, with whom he would continue his success.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/18/16 at 5:14 pm

Yep, they finished break-even that year, 81-81. Piazza led the team in home runs, and was one of their best hitters during the 90s... until May 1998, when he was traded to Miami, who then dealt him to the Mets, with whom he would continue his success.

He was also good during the 1996 All-Star Game. It was one of the greatest National League victories in MLB All-Star history. But yeah, Piazza was very memorable when he was in the Mets.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/18/16 at 5:15 pm

He was also good during the 1996 All-Star Game. It was one of the greatest National League victories in MLB All-Star history. But yeah, Piazza was very memorable when he was in the Mets.

And this year he will go into the Hall Of Fame with a Mets cap.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/18/16 at 5:19 pm

And this year he will go into the Hall Of Fame with a Mets cap.

Yeah, I heard. He's going to join with Ken Griffey Jr. as the latest Hall of Famers.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/18/16 at 5:19 pm

Yeah, I heard. He's going to join with Ken Griffey Jr. as the latest Hall of Famers.

Yep, that was announced back in January, and the induction, I believe, will take place July 24.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/19/16 at 7:23 pm

Some suspensions will likely be in effect for certain Blue Jays and Rangers players soon...

https://www.thestar.com/sports/bluejays/2016/05/15/blue-jays-brawl-with-texas-rangers.html

I bet Rougned Smell may be suspended several games for his actions.

Yep, he received an 8-game suspension (most among all the players involved).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/19/16 at 7:38 pm

Yep, he received an 8-game suspension (most among all the players involved).

Eh. It's not like he'll avoid facing consequences for his violent actions a few days ago.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/20/16 at 11:03 am

Meanwhile, my team seems to be on a downward trend. ::)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: tv on 05/22/16 at 11:51 pm

Yep, I guess so.

My team (LAD) has played poorly in certain years, most notably in 1992 when they finished with the worst record in the majors that year (63-99).
Weird the Dodgers finished last in 1992 since they led the division for most of 1991. I think the Braves caught up to them in September when they played each other and the Braves passed them or stayed tied for the division lead. The Dodgers lost to the Giants on the last day of the 1991 season and lost the division as a result I think.

In a weird twist the Giants with Barry Bonds and Will Clark led the division for most of 1993 and won 103 games that year but lost the division to the Braves who won 104 games! I do believe the Braves trading for Fred McGriff during the 1993 season allowed them to win the division. Without McGriff the Giants would have went to the playoffs and the Braves would have been out golfing early!

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/23/16 at 1:01 am

Well, the Dodgers ended their skid today, in a game that took 6+ hours and 17 innings to play. It had mostly to do with Kenley Jansen blowing a save opportunity in his second straight appearance. LAD had several opportunities to break the 5-5 tie afterwards, but could not come through. Ultimately, in the 17th, they scored four runs to win 9-5. So they salvaged a game on their 5-game roadtrip.

Tomorrow they return to Dodger Stadium to open up a brief three-game homestand against the Reds, who got swept in Cincinnati by the Seattle Mariners this weekend.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/24/16 at 6:06 pm

Kershaw went the distance again last night, pitching another CG shutout and putting L.A. back at .500 with a 1-0 victory over the Reds.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/24/16 at 11:22 pm

Jackie Bradley Jr of the Red Sox has now hit safely in 28 straight games. This ties him for 3rd among players who accomplished long hitting streaks in a Boston uniform.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/25/16 at 10:13 am

Jackie Bradley Jr of the Red Sox has now hit safely in 28 straight games. This ties him for 3rd among players who accomplished long hitting streaks in a Boston uniform.

Dom DiMaggio (Joe Dimaggio's brother) has the longest hitting streak for the Red Sox, with 34 consecutive hits in the 1949 season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/25/16 at 12:01 pm

Dom DiMaggio (Joe Dimaggio's brother) has the longest hitting streak for the Red Sox, with 34 consecutive hits in the 1949 season.

Interesting!

And 75 years ago this month, Joe's record-setting 56-game streak was in the works.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/25/16 at 1:22 pm

Interesting!

And 75 years ago this month, Joe's record-setting 56-game streak was in the works.

Damn, May seems to be a very interesting month for baseball. Even though I think October is the important, since that's when the playoffs happen.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/26/16 at 6:23 pm

Yes, it is. However, many notable things can occur on the field in just about any month of the season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/26/16 at 6:28 pm

Oh, and Dodgers completed their first home sweep of this year, defeating the Cincinnati Reds, who've now lost 10 straight. (With apologies to any Cincinnati fans here.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/26/16 at 6:34 pm

Oh, and Dodgers completed their first home sweep of this year, defeating the Cincinnati Reds, who've now lost 10 straight. (With apologies to any Cincinnati fans here.)

Well, it's not that late since it's still May. So I guess it's not that bad for the Dodgers to win their first home sweep of this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/26/16 at 6:38 pm

Well, it's not that late since it's still May. So I guess it's not that bad for the Dodgers to win their first home sweep of this year.

Yep, they had started the season by sweeping the Padres on the road (in San Diego)... now they finally accomplish a sweep on their home turf. Not only that, they have a nine-game win streak against the Reds dating back to last August. (That's right, they won three of four at Dodger Stadium from the Reds in mid-August (lost on the 13th, but won the next three), and swept the Reds in Cincinnati August 25-27.)

Next up for them: the Mets, at Citi Field, tomorrow through Sunday. Mets are doing pretty well this year so far.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/26/16 at 7:05 pm

Yep, they had started the season by sweeping the Padres on the road (in San Diego)... now they finally accomplish a sweep on their home turf. Not only that, they have a nine-game win streak against the Reds dating back to last August. (That's right, they won three of four at Dodger Stadium from the Reds in mid-August (lost on the 13th, but won the next three), and swept the Reds in Cincinnati August 25-27.)

Next up for them: the Mets, at Citi Field, tomorrow through Sunday. Mets are doing pretty well this year so far.

Yeah. They're doing as good as they were in 2006-2008, before they moved to Citi Field.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/26/16 at 8:18 pm

Yeah. They're doing as good as they were in 2006-2008, before they moved to Citi Field.

I suppose so. They still have some good pitching this year. We'll see how my team does when they play 'em.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/27/16 at 12:03 am

Jackie Bradley Jr of the Red Sox has now hit safely in 28 straight games. This ties him for 3rd among players who accomplished long hitting streaks in a Boston uniform.

By the way, this info about him being 3rd on the list was among left-handed hitters who played for the Redsox. Sorry I didn't specify it beforehand.

And his streak came to an end today (Thursday) as his team failed to complete the sweep of the Rockies.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/28/16 at 9:05 am

I suppose so. They still have some good pitching this year. We'll see how my team does when they play 'em.

They lost 6-5 against the Mets yesterday.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/28/16 at 4:00 pm

They lost 6-5 against the Mets yesterday.

Thanks to a walk-off solo homer by Curtis Granderson.

Mets had led the game for the most part, thanks to some good pitching by DeGrom, but L.A. tied it up in the 9th.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/28/16 at 8:15 pm

Thanks to a walk-off solo homer by Curtis Granderson.

Mets had led the game for the most part, thanks to some good pitching by DeGrom, but L.A. tied it up in the 9th.

As of this post, the Dodgers lead 2-0 against the Mets in their current game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/29/16 at 4:10 pm

As of this post, the Dodgers lead 2-0 against the Mets in their current game.

...and they won, 9-1! Chase Utley knocked in 5 of those runs, 4 of which came on a grand slam. In the 3rd inning, NYM starter Noah Syndergaard threw a pitch behind Utley and was promptly ejected; this prompted manager Terry Collins to erupt from the dugout and argue at the umpires, who then ejected him too.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/29/16 at 4:11 pm

Elsewhere, Yu Darvish returned to the Texas Rangers' rotation after missing all of last year due to Tommy John Surgery. He led the Rangers to a victory over the Pirates.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/29/16 at 4:39 pm

...and they won, 9-1! Chase Utley knocked in 5 of those runs, 4 of which came on a grand slam. In the 3rd inning, NYM starter Noah Syndergaard threw a pitch behind Utley and was promptly ejected; this prompted manager Terry Collins to erupt from the dugout and argue at the umpires, who then ejected him too.

Well, the Mets can have their revenge at 8:00 pm ET in Citi Field.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/29/16 at 4:40 pm

Well, the Mets can have their revenge at 8:00 pm ET in Citi Field.

They'll have to get through Kershaw. I'll be able to watch this game, since it's on ESPN.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/29/16 at 4:41 pm

They'll have to get through Kershaw. I'll be able to watch this game, since it's on ESPN.

Same with me. Even though I live in New York City, I'm on vacation in Connecticut as of this post.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/29/16 at 4:43 pm

I was also able to watch yesterday's game, as it was shown on the FOX network, but I had to leave the house at 6pm PDT to go meet some friends for dinner so I didn't get to see all the run-scoring. But I heard about it later.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/29/16 at 11:18 pm

Dodgers took the series by winning tonight, but Kershaw was denied the victory because the pitcher who replaced him in the 8th inning gave up a game-tying RBI triple to Curtis Granderson... but in the top of the 9th LAD scored two runs off Mets closer Jeurys Familia to regain the lead...and Kenley Jansen shut the door.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/30/16 at 8:48 am

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/30/16 at 8:49 am

On the bright side, today starts their series with the White Sox at Citi Field.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/30/16 at 12:54 pm

Well that seems brutal against the Mets. I guess they wanted payback for what they did in last year's NLDS.

I guess so. Still, this concludes their 2016 season series.

Next stop for Dodgers is Wrigley Field, to play a four-game set with the best team in the MLB, Chicago Cubs. I hate to say this, but I think the Cubs will have the upper hand in this series in more ways than one (especially with Jake Arrieta set to face them tomorrow (I think)).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/30/16 at 4:26 pm

I guess so. Still, this concludes their 2016 season series.

Next stop for Dodgers is Wrigley Field, to play a four-game set with the best team in the MLB, Chicago Cubs. I hate to say this, but I think the Cubs will have the upper hand in this series in more ways than one (especially with Jake Arrieta set to face them tomorrow (I think)).

I guess I would applaud the Cubs for that, even though I don't like the team.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 05/30/16 at 4:56 pm

On the bright side, today starts their series with the White Sox at Citi Field.

In related news, the Mets beaten the White Sox 1-0 today.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/30/16 at 9:07 pm

I guess I would applaud the Cubs for that, even though I don't like the team.

Well they blanked my team today. This means the Dodgers have been shut out in two straight games against the Cubs, dating back to last August 30th (when Arrieta threw his no-hitter).
Oh and for the record, both pitchers of record in today's game were surnamed Wood. (Alex Wood for the Dodgers; Travis Wood for the Cubs. They are not related, though.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 05/31/16 at 10:51 pm

I thought the Dodgers might not do so well against Jake Arrieta today. Well, they might have proved me wrong. It was a pitchers' duel for most of the first six innings... but the Dodgers scored five runs in the last two innings of the game (2 in the 8th, 3 in the 9th), after both starters (Arrieta for CHC, Kazmir for LAD) were gone. The Cubs scored none. Thus, for the first time this year, the Cubbies have finally lost a game started by Arrieta; however, Arrieta himself remains unbeaten, as he didn't allow those runs.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/01/16 at 5:51 am

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/01/16 at 11:38 am

Right. I saw the score on MLB Network's "Quick Pitch."

I also saw that there were two landslide scores:
Mariners 16, Padres 4
Rockies 17, Reds 4

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/01/16 at 12:54 pm

Right. I saw the score on MLB Network's "Quick Pitch."

I also saw that there were two landslide scores:
Mariners 16, Padres 4
Rockies 17, Reds 4

I remember seeing that score on MLB Live Update, when I was searching up MLB scores. What's more surprising is that the Mariners were in 2nd place of their division in that game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/01/16 at 2:13 pm

I remember seeing that score on MLB Live Update, when I was searching up MLB scores. What's more surprising is that the Mariners were in 2nd place of their division in that game.

...having been knocked off by the Rangers not too long ago!

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/01/16 at 3:07 pm

...having been knocked off by the Rangers not too long ago!

Even though they're in 1st place in the AL Wild Card standings.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/03/16 at 11:30 am

Even though they're in 1st place in the AL Wild Card standings.

Right... and I have been keeping an eye on those as of late. (As well as in the NL.)

Speaking of the Mariners, they were involved in a high-scoring game yesterday in San Diego; they beat the Padres 16-13. (That's more like a football score!)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/03/16 at 12:41 pm

Right... and I have been keeping an eye on those as of late. (As well as in the NL.)

Speaking of the Mariners, they were involved in a high-scoring game yesterday in San Diego; they beat the Padres 16-13. (That's more like a football score!)

I like those games where both teams have double-digit scores. It makes it seem more competitive to baseball.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/03/16 at 1:25 pm

I like those games where both teams have double-digit scores. It makes it seem more competitive to baseball.

It sure does.

Back in 1979 there was one game in Chicago in which the Phillies beat the Cubs by a score of 23-22 (a total of 45 runs in one game!).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/04/16 at 8:48 am

It sure does.

Back in 1979 there was one game in Chicago in which the Phillies beat the Cubs by a score of 23-22 (a total of 45 runs in one game!).

It would've been cool if a lot of Cubs fans remember that game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/04/16 at 3:05 pm

It would've been cool if a lot of Cubs fans remember that game.

I'm sure they do. That is, those who were around at the time. Cubs were actually down by 12 runs at one point (21-9), but they overcame that 12-run deficit.

Flash forward 37 years...and they easily won yesterday's game over the Dbacks. Right now, in today's game, they are leading the Dbacks 4-2 in the 6th inning.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/04/16 at 3:06 pm

Dodgers beat the team with the worst record in the NL, the Braves, thanks in part to three solo home runs by Cory Seager.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/05/16 at 10:18 pm

Flash forward 37 years...and they easily won yesterday's game over the Dbacks. Right now, in today's game, they are leading the Dbacks 4-2 in the 6th inning.

Cubs won yesterday's game, btw.

Today, however, Jake Arrieta finally loses (for the first time since last July 25th) as the Dbacks avert a sweep.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/06/16 at 9:48 am

The Mets are going to face the Pirates tonight at 7pm.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/08/16 at 12:08 am

The Mets are going to face the Pirates tonight at 7pm.

That game ended up getting postponed due to rain, but was made up today (Tuesday) as part of a day-night doubleheader. Jonathan Niese beat his former team.

In fact, the Pirates ended up sweeping the doubleheader, winning both games by a score of 3-1!

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/08/16 at 5:48 am

That game ended up getting postponed due to rain, but was made up today (Tuesday) as part of a day-night doubleheader. Jonathan Niese beat his former team.

In fact, the Pirates ended up sweeping the doubleheader, winning both games by a score of 3-1!

Well, at least the Mets would have a rematch tonight.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/08/16 at 12:53 pm

Right now, two "matinee" games are underway: Cubs at Phillies, and Bluejays at Tigers.
Rays at Dbacks will be another day game, to start in about two hours' time.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/08/16 at 5:49 pm

Final scores in today's day games:
Cubs 8, at Phillies 1
Blue Jays 7, at Tigers 2
Braves 4, at Padres 2 (this means the Braves avert a sweep in San Diego and end a 6-game losing streak)

Rays at Diamondbacks is still going on; right now it's the bottom of the 9th with Tampa leading Arizona 6-3 (subject to change).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/08/16 at 6:10 pm

Right now, the Mets are playing their third and final game of their current series with the Pirates. They wouldn't be seeing the Mets again until June 14.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: loki 13 on 06/08/16 at 7:34 pm

It sure does.

Back in 1979 there was one game in Chicago in which the Phillies beat the Cubs by a score of 23-22 (a total of 45 runs in one game!).

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 R H E
- - - - - - - - - - - - -
Phillies 7 0 8 2 4 0 1 0 0 1 23 24 2
Cubs 6 0 0 3 7 3 0 3 0 0 22 26 2

I listened to the game on the radio. It was an afternoon game during the week so TV was out of the question. When
the Cubs came back I wanted to throw the radio. The Phillies only scored a couple of runs after the 5th, I guess they
figured the had the game wrapped up. If memory serves me right, the wind was blowing straight out to left that day so
I knew no lead was safe.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/08/16 at 11:01 pm

Right now, the Mets are playing their third and final game of their current series with the Pirates. They wouldn't be seeing the Mets again until June 14.

...which is just next week! Not too far away.

NYM salvaged the last game in PNC Park tonight, in extra innings, 6-5.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/08/16 at 11:03 pm

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 R H E
- - - - - - - - - - - - -
Phillies 7 0 8 2 4 0 1 0 0 1 23 24 2
Cubs 6 0 0 3 7 3 0 3 0 0 22 26 2

I listened to the game on the radio. It was an afternoon game during the week so TV was out of the question. When
the Cubs came back I wanted to throw the radio. The Phillies only scored a couple of runs after the 5th, I guess they
figured the had the game wrapped up. If memory serves me right, the wind was blowing straight out to left that day so
I knew no lead was safe.

Yep, it was a Thursday in fact... and I know about the game from having seen footage of it on MLB Network. In early 2011 the network had a "20 Greatest Games" miniseries, and this was the first one to be shown (#20 on the list, as voted by viewers in late 2010). And yes, the wind was definitely carrying the ball here there and everywhere.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/10/16 at 1:17 pm

Dodgers begin another series at AT&T Park in San Francisco tonight. Clayton Kershaw vs Johnny Cueto. A battle of aces.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/11/16 at 11:28 am

Dodgers begin another series at AT&T Park in San Francisco tonight. Clayton Kershaw vs Johnny Cueto. A battle of aces.

...with Kershaw coming out on top, giving up only 2 runs in 8 innings. Cueto also pitched through the 8th inning, but got no decision as closer Santiago Casilla, coming into the game with the score tied at 2, gave up a solo homer to Justin Turner. Then Kenley Jansen pitched a scoreless 9th to nail down the win. (However, he got the first two guys out, then gave up a double and a walk, but struck out the last guy.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/13/16 at 6:24 pm

...and the Dodgers-Giants weekend series was not exciting aside from the Friday game. ::)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/13/16 at 6:39 pm

...and the Dodgers-Giants weekend series was not exciting aside from the Friday game. ::)

Well, at least the Giants won the first game of the series.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/13/16 at 6:47 pm

Well, at least the Giants won the first game of the series.

No, the Dodgers did, and the Giants won the other two.

I guess I was speaking from my own personal perspective in my above posting. Sorry. :-\\

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/13/16 at 6:51 pm

No, the Dodgers did, and the Giants won the other two.

I guess I was speaking from my own personal perspective in my above posting. Sorry. :-\\

Oh, I was looking at the Dodgers schedule if they won the other games, but I guess it was backwards.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/13/16 at 6:55 pm

Oh, I was looking at the Dodgers schedule if they won the other games, but I guess it was backwards.

I truly wish they could have, so that they could gain more ground on the Gints... but they didn't cash in on their scoring opportunities. Although yesterday's game was a pitchers' duel for the first five innings.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/13/16 at 7:51 pm

I truly wish they could have, so that they could gain more ground on the Gints... but they didn't cash in on their scoring opportunities. Although yesterday's game was a pitchers' duel for the first five innings.

Heh. I guess the Dodgers lost their strength in the sixth inning of that game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/13/16 at 10:28 pm

Heh. I guess the Dodgers lost their strength in the sixth inning of that game.

yep, they eked out only one run, a solo homer by Joke Pederson.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/16/16 at 11:33 am

Ichiro Suzuki had two hits in yesterdays game for the Marlins against the Padres. This gave him a total of 4,257 hits at the professional level. His first 1,278 came in Japan; he got the other 2,979 in the Major Leagues. As a result, he passed Pete Rose for most professional base hits; however, Rose got all of his hits in MLB (so he still holds the record for most hits in MLB).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/16/16 at 11:34 am

Also... pitchers Clayton Kershaw (Dodgers) and Johnny Cueto (Giants) each picked up their 10th victories of the season yesterday, to join the likes of Jake Arrieta and Stephen Strasburg in the double-digit wins club.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/19/16 at 9:32 pm

Dodgers relief pitcher Kenley Jansen did not achieve a save in their just-concluded series with the Brewers, but the last save that he achieved gave him 161 in his career, a mark that ties Eric Gagne for most saves in a Dodger uniform.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/21/16 at 6:08 pm

...and now Kenley Jansen is the all-time Dodgers leader in saves, achieving his 162nd last night to preserve a victory for Clayton Kershaw.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/25/16 at 10:47 am

Cubs ended a 4-game skid yesterday by defeating the Marlins in Miami, 5-4.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/27/16 at 11:19 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/29/16 at 10:42 pm

Tampa Bay Rays broke an 11-game losing streak by defeating the Boston Red Sox today.

Cleveland Indians extend their winning streak to 10 by defeating the Braves in Atlanta (something they couldn't do 3 years ago, or even in the 1995 World Series).

Well, at least they won two games during the 1995 World Series. The saddest thing for them was the 1997 World Series, when they were beaten by the Marlins 3-2 by a couple of base hits in Game 7. Those were some tragic times for Cleveland back then.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/29/16 at 10:48 pm

Well, at least they won two games during the 1995 World Series. The saddest thing for them was the 1997 World Series, when they were beaten by the Marlins 3-2 by a couple of base hits in Game 7. Those were some tragic times for Cleveland back then.

That's true, they got to the World Series twice that year and were beaten both times.

And tonight they completed a sweep of the Braves, and extended their winning streak to 12 games.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/30/16 at 11:07 am

That's true, they got to the World Series twice that year and were beaten both times.

And tonight they completed a sweep of the Braves, and extended their winning streak to 12 games.

That's somehow interesting. I wish they did that in the 1995 World Series, so that people in Cleveland wouldn't worry about winning the WS. At least in over 20 years.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/30/16 at 6:22 pm

That's somehow interesting. I wish they did that in the 1995 World Series, so that people in Cleveland wouldn't worry about winning the WS. At least in over 20 years.

Yep, their last title was 1948, over the then-Boston Braves.

They've made the postseason a few times since their last WS appearance ('97), but got as far as the ALCS.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/30/16 at 6:55 pm

Yep, their last title was 1954, over the then-New York Giants.

They've made the postseason a few times since their last WS appearance ('97), but got as far as the ALCS.

I thought it was 1948, since the Giants swept the Indians during the 1954 World Series.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/30/16 at 6:58 pm

I thought it was 1948, since the Giants swept the Indians during the 1954 World Series.

Oh yes, my bad, it was the other way around. I'll go fix it.

1954 was the Tribe's last appearance in the Series before 1995.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/30/16 at 8:40 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/30/16 at 8:48 pm

Oh yes, my bad, it was the other way around. I'll go fix it.

1954 was the Tribe's last appearance in the Series before 1995.

1995 to 1999 where some of the Cleveland Indians' last taste of being in the playoffs before the century ended. Especially when it was perfect for them.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/30/16 at 8:49 pm

Meanwhile, the Dudgers put Kershaw on the D.L. due to back tightness, something that was bothering him in his last start (this past Sunday in Pittsburgh, where he gave up 4 runs/9 hits). They're gonna have LOTS of work to do to play well until he comes back.

Considering Kershaw isn't as good as say, Matt Harvey, it's not like it's a big deal for me. But I understand of how it's a big deal towards you, since you're a big Dodgers fan.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/30/16 at 8:51 pm

1995 to 1999 where some of the Cleveland Indians' last taste of being in the playoffs before the century ended. Especially when it was perfect for them.

Right. After that they got there in 2001, but made an early exit by losing to the Seattle Mariners in the ALDS... and again in 2007, beating the Yankees in the ALDS and losing to the Redsox in the ALCS, which went the distance. Then they were blanked in the 2013 AL Wildcard playoff game by the Tampa Ray Bays.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 06/30/16 at 8:54 pm

Considering Kershaw isn't as good as say, Matt Harvey, it's not like it's a big deal for me. But I understand of how it's a big deal towards you, since you're a big Dodgers fan.

Well, he had been really great this year...winning 11 of his first 12 decisions... but then he had problems in his last start, as mentioned above. And the Dodgers' starting pitching isn't too great at all aside from Kershaw. It still irks me that the front office didn't go pursue some of the big-name free agent pitchers during the offseason.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/30/16 at 9:12 pm

Right. After that they got there in 2001, but made an early exit by losing to the Seattle Mariners in the ALDS... and again in 2007, beating the Yankees in the ALDS and losing to the Redsox in the ALCS, which went the distance. Then they were blanked in the 2013 AL Wildcard playoff game by the Tampa Ray Bays.

I somehow remember that Wild Card game in 2013. It wasn't as memorable as the 2012 or the 2014 ones. Of all the Wild Card games I watched since 2012, I would say that 2014 was my favorite. It was surprising to see the Kansas City Royals play against the Oakland A's in a playoff game, for the first time since the 1981 ALDS. Not to mention the plays were really good.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 06/30/16 at 9:13 pm

Well, he had been really great this year...winning 11 of his first 12 decisions... but then he had problems in his last start, as mentioned above. And the Dodgers' starting pitching isn't too great at all aside from Kershaw. It still irks me that the front office didn't go pursue some of the big-name free agent pitchers during the offseason.

I guess they didn't care because they had Kershaw.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/01/16 at 12:48 pm

I guess they didn't care because they had Kershaw.

Yes, but one pitcher can't do it all by himself. The other guys need to contribute as well.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/01/16 at 12:49 pm

I somehow remember that Wild Card game in 2013. It wasn't as memorable as the 2012 or the 2014 ones. Of all the Wild Card games I watched since 2012, I would say that 2014 was my favorite. It was surprising to see the Kansas City Royals play against the Oakland A's in a playoff game, for the first time since the 1981 ALDS. Not to mention the plays were really good.

Yes, that one had LOTS of drama. Of all the four AL Wildcard Games thus far, this is probably the most memorable of the four.

As for NL Wildcard Games, none of those four really stand out, although they did have their moments.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/01/16 at 4:54 pm

Yes, but one pitcher can't do it all by himself. The other guys need to contribute as well.

Well, I don't know why the Dodgers didn't give a crap about getting other players during offseason.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/01/16 at 10:15 pm

Well, I don't know why the Dodgers didn't give a crap about getting other players during offseason.

The guys in the front office probably didn't care. ::) And many of the fans are angry at that. What more can I say?

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/01/16 at 10:16 pm

Meanwhile, Cleveland made it 14 in a row by defeating the Jays in a 19-inning affair in Toronto.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/02/16 at 8:42 am

Yes, that one had LOTS of drama. Of all the four AL Wildcard Games thus far, this is probably the most memorable of the four.

As for NL Wildcard Games, none of those four really stand out, although they did have their moments.

2012 and 2013 had good Wild Card Games for the National League. But yeah, they weren't as memorable as the AL Wild Card games.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/02/16 at 12:01 pm

2012 and 2013 had good Wild Card Games for the National League. But yeah, they weren't as memorable as the AL Wild Card games.

I also know that of all the four NL Wildcard Games thus far, all but one of them have involved the Pirates.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/02/16 at 12:51 pm

I also know that of all the four NL Wildcard Games thus far, all but one of them have involved the Pirates.

It was probably 2012. 2013-2015 had the Pirates in them.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/02/16 at 11:10 pm

It was probably 2012. 2013-2015 had the Pirates in them.

Yep, that's right. The 2012 game was Cardinals at Braves, with STL coming out on top.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/02/16 at 11:11 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/03/16 at 10:38 am

Meanwhile, the Cleveland Indians' 14-game win streak is over. Toronto beat 'em 9-6 today.

Also there were two landslide games today... Twins beat the Rangers 17-5; Angels walloped the Redsox 21-2. :o :o

Heh. At least the Indians are still in 1st place. They may go to the playoffs this year, because of Cleveland's sports hype now. I mean, it doesn't really matter so much because the Cavs just won the NBA Finals last month. But if they go on to win the AL pennant, then that's something.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/03/16 at 4:30 pm

Heh. At least the Indians are still in 1st place. They may go to the playoffs this year, because of Cleveland's sports hype now. I mean, it doesn't really matter so much because the Cavs just won the NBA Finals last month. But if they go on to win the AL pennant, then that's something.

That would certainly be nice. Should they get to the WS, I may root for them if the Cubs or Dodgers don't win the NL pennant.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/03/16 at 4:46 pm

That would certainly be nice. Should they get to the WS, I may root for them if the Cubs or Dodgers don't win the NL pennant.

With the Dodgers, it doesn't seem that special. The 1988 NL playoffs was an upset for the Mets, since it wasn't called for the Dodgers in my opinion. But for the Cubs, it depends. They're really good, but they haven't won a pennant in more than 70 years. That's something.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/03/16 at 5:41 pm

With the Dodgers, it doesn't seem that special. The 1988 NL playoffs was an upset for the Mets, since it wasn't called for the Dodgers in my opinion. But for the Cubs, it depends. They're really good, but they haven't won a pennant in more than 70 years. That's something.

Yeah, it is. I mentioned the Cubs because they've been doing quite well early on...altho lately they've hit a bump in the road, particularly this weekend series at the Mets. (In fact, I just checked the scoreboard, and today NYM beat CHC again, this time by a landslide.) And I mentioned the Dodgers because they are my team, and this year it'll be 28 long years since they last won a pennant.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/03/16 at 6:05 pm

Yeah, it is. I mentioned the Cubs because they've been doing quite well early on...altho lately they've hit a bump in the road, particularly this weekend series at the Mets. (In fact, I just checked the scoreboard, and today NYM beat CHC again, this time by a landslide.) And I mentioned the Dodgers because they are my team, and this year it'll be 28 long years since they last won a pennant.

Oh. Well, I thought you mentioned the Dodgers because they haven't won a pennant for a long time. But yeah. However, the Cubs should feel more sorry since it's been a long time they've won a pennant.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/03/16 at 6:09 pm

Oh. Well, I thought you mentioned the Dodgers because they haven't won a pennant for a long time.

Yeah, that too. But to tell you the truth, I don't see them winning it this year either, mainly due to pitching and other factors. However, should they somehow finish atop the NL West (or even get a wildcard), then it'll just be luck... and they'll probably make an early exit.

But yeah. However, the Cubs should feel more sorry since it's been a long time they've won a pennant.

True. The Pirates haven't won a pennant for a long time either. Not since the 1979 World Series. That's 9 years longer than the Dodgers' last pennant.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/03/16 at 6:11 pm

Oh, and here are some final scores for today:

at Blue Jays 17, Indians 1
Tigers 5, at Rays 1
at Mets 14, Cubs 3
at Nationals 12, Reds 1
at Phillies 7, Royals 2
at Red Sox 10, Angels 5
White Sox 4, at Astros 1
at Twins 5, Rangers 4
at Mariners 9, Orioles 4
at Dodgers 4, Rockies 1

The other games are still in progress or, in the case of Marlins at Braves from Fort Bragg, will be played later.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/03/16 at 6:12 pm

Oh, and here are some final scores for today:

at Blue Jays 17, Indians 1
Tigers 5, at Rays 1
at Mets 14, Cubs 3
at Nationals 12, Reds 1
at Phillies 7, Royals 2
at Red Sox 10, Angels 5
White Sox 4, at Astros 1
at Twins 5, Rangers 4
at Mariners 9, Orioles 4
at Dodgers 4, Rockies 1

The other games are still in progress or, in the case of Marlins at Braves from Fort Bragg, will be played later.

Dodgers complete sweep of Rockies!

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/03/16 at 6:22 pm

Yeah, that too. But to tell you the truth, I don't see them winning it this year either, mainly due to pitching and other factors. However, should they somehow finish atop the NL West (or even get a wildcard), then it'll just be luck... and they'll probably make an early exit.

The Dodgers are at 1st place in the Wild Card standings, so I suppose it wouldn't be a big surprise. Unless something happens during the All-Star Break.

True. The Pirates haven't won a pennant for a long time either. Not since the 1979 World Series. That's 9 years longer than the Dodgers' last pennant.

True on that. Even though it was really big for the Pirates to be in the playoffs from 2013-2015, since they didn't got a chance from 1993-2012.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/03/16 at 6:29 pm

The Dodgers are at 1st place in the Wild Card standings, so I suppose it wouldn't be a big surprise. Unless something happens during the All-Star Break.

Such as Kershaw coming off the D.L. later on. Bud Norris, who replaced him in the rotation on Friday, pitched well in his Dodger debut. Depending on when Kersh comes off the D.L., he might replace Julio Urias, a rookie pitcher who won't turn 20 until next month, although he hasn't done too badly since making his major league debut.

True on that. Even though it was really big for the Pirates to be in the playoffs from 2012-2014, since they didn't got a chance from 1993-2011.

Actually, they were in the playoffs from 2013-2015, winning a wildcard spot in each of those three years. In 2012 they fell short of the playoffs, posting a losing record for the 20th straight year, having faltered down the stretch.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/03/16 at 6:34 pm

Such as Kershaw coming off the D.L. later on. Bud Norris, who replaced him in the rotation on Friday, pitched well in his Dodger debut. Depending on when Kersh comes off the D.L., he might replace Julio Urias, a rookie pitcher who won't turn 20 until next month, although he hasn't done too badly since making his major league debut.

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Actually, they were in the playoffs from 2013-2015, winning a wildcard spot in each of those three years. In 2012 they fell short of the playoffs, posting a losing record for the 20th straight year, having faltered down the stretch.

Fixed it for my post. But thanks for correcting me.

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Written By: nally on 07/03/16 at 6:38 pm

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Fixed it for my post. But thanks for correcting me.

No worries.

I would like to see the Pirates win the NL Central division someday, though. The last time they won a division title, the year was 1992, and they were still part of the NL East. (The Central divisions were established 2 yrs later.) They also came close to advancing to the World Series, but they blew a 9th-inning lead in the final game of the NLCS against the Braves, not being able to tag out their former teammate, Sid Bream, in time.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/03/16 at 6:49 pm

I would like to see the Pirates win the NL Central division someday, though. The last time they won a division title, the year was 1992, and they were still part of the NL East. (The Central divisions were established 2 yrs later.) They also came close to advancing to the World Series, but they blew a 9th-inning lead in the final game of the NLCS against the Braves, not being able to tag out their former teammate, Sid Bream, in time.

Yeah, I agree. The Pirates haven't won an NLCS for a really long time. Especially with a division title. That play was really legendary, even though the Pirates haven't tagged that last guy out in the 9th inning of Game 7's 1992 NLCS.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/04/16 at 1:44 pm

One game is in the books already: Milwaukee Brewers 1 at Washington Nationals 0.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/04/16 at 1:47 pm

One game is in the books already: Milwaukee Brewers 1 at Washington Nationals 0.

The Pirates already delayed their game with the Cardinals today. It seems to be rainy in St. Louis today.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/04/16 at 1:49 pm

The Pirates already delayed their game with the Cardinals today. It seems to be rainy in St. Louis today.

I just happened to catch the last part of the Nationals game on MLB Network and noticed it was rainy in D.C. as well.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/04/16 at 1:50 pm

I just happened to catch the last part of the Nationals game on MLB Network and noticed it was rainy in D.C. as well.

Heh. Good thing they ended the game before it rained.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/04/16 at 1:52 pm

Heh. Good thing they ended the game before it rained.

Yeah. I tuned in for the bottom of the 9th and saw that the Brews were leading 1-zip, and hoped they could just get it over with. But when a 2-out walk was issued, I hoped that the last guy could either end it with an out or a home run so that they wouldn't have to go to extras. (A home run with a runner aboard would have given Washington a 2-1 walkoff win.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/04/16 at 2:05 pm

Yeah. I tuned in for the bottom of the 9th and saw that the Brews were leading 1-zip, and hoped they could just get it over with. But when a 2-out walk was issued, I hoped that the last guy could either end it with an out or a home run so that they wouldn't have to go to extras. (A home run with a runner aboard would have given Washington a 2-1 walkoff win.)

Well, at least the Nats won 50 games for now. Not to mention that they're in 1st place. I may not be a Nationals fan, but it seems interesting for me to look at teams that are in 1st place of their division.

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Written By: nally on 07/04/16 at 2:08 pm

Well, at least the Nats won 50 games for now. Not to mention that they're in 1st place. I may not be a Nationals fan, but it seems interesting for me to look at teams that are in 1st place of their division.

I find it interesting too. :)

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Written By: nally on 07/05/16 at 6:28 pm

Dodgers came back to beat the Orioles yesterday. Neither starter got to 5 innings; both of them made a lotta pitches, though.

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Written By: nally on 07/06/16 at 11:55 am

Cleveland Indians: still unbeaten against the Detroit Tigers this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/06/16 at 12:52 pm

Cleveland Indians: still unbeaten against the Detroit Tigers this year.

Even though the Tigers are leading 8-2 against them in today's game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/06/16 at 1:07 pm

Even though the Tigers are leading 8-2 against them in today's game.

Oh yes, they're playing a day game today. So if this lead holds up, the Tigers will finally win one against a particular division rival.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/06/16 at 1:10 pm

Oh yes, they're playing a day game today. So if this lead holds up, the Tigers will finally win one against a particular division rival.

Well, it wouldn't matter a lot except for their fans. The Tigers aren't that good, despite being 2nd place in their division.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/06/16 at 1:24 pm

Well, it wouldn't matter a lot except for their fans. The Tigers aren't that good, despite being 2nd place in their division.

...with Cleveland on top.

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Written By: nally on 07/06/16 at 2:06 pm

Now it's 12-2 Tigers, in the 8th inning. Sounds like the Tigers mean business!

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/06/16 at 2:46 pm

Now it's 12-2 Tigers, in the 8th inning. Sounds like the Tigers mean business!

Well yeah, but it's not like they'll go and win more games, even after the All Star Break.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/06/16 at 2:48 pm

Now it's 12-2 Tigers, in the 8th inning. Sounds like the Tigers mean business!

And they win by this score.

And now my team's game against the Baltimorioles is underway. This is the "rubber game".

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/06/16 at 2:49 pm

And they win by this score.

And now my team's game against the Baltimorioles is underway. This is the "rubber game".

Well, good luck to your Dodgers.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/06/16 at 3:04 pm

Well, good luck to your Dodgers.

Thanks. The best they can do now before the All Star Break is finish in a 1st place tie with the Giants. But that'll only happen if and only if the Dodgers win the rest of their games AND the Giants lose the rest of theirs. But I ain't holding my breath.

By the way, I'm gonna be going to the game on Friday August 12th when they open up a home series against the Pirates.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/06/16 at 3:42 pm

Thanks. The best they can do now before the All Star Break is finish in a 1st place tie with the Giants. But that'll only happen if and only if the Dodgers win the rest of their games AND the Giants lose the rest of theirs. But I ain't holding my breath.

By the way, I'm gonna be going to the game on Friday August 12th when they open up a home series against the Pirates.

Well, good luck. Even though seeing the Dodgers on the playoffs isn't my cup of tea, it would be nice to see them to win the NL pennant this year. I'm really tired of seeing the Giants on every even year of this decade. I'm hoping for that, unless the Mets win, but I'm not sure if they're even that worthy of winning a pennant this year. Their batting wasn't as good as last year, when they had Daniel Murphy in their roster.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/06/16 at 10:39 pm

Well, good luck. Even though seeing the Dodgers on the playoffs isn't my cup of tea, it would be nice to see them to win the NL pennant this year. I'm really tired of seeing the Giants on every even year of this decade. I'm hoping for that, unless the Mets win, but I'm not sure if they're even that worthy of winning a pennant this year. Their batting wasn't as good as last year, when they had Daniel Murphy in their roster.

Me too. I hope that every-other-year pattern for them gets broken.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/10/16 at 6:20 pm

And now the Gaints have the best record in MLB, as the Cubs have been floundering as of late. (But today they won, averting a sweep at the hands of the Pirates.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/10/16 at 6:32 pm

And now the Gaints have the best record in MLB, as the Cubs have been floundering as of late. (But today they won, averting a sweep at the hands of the Pirates.)

Heh, I guess the Giants really wanted to go to the playoffs this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/10/16 at 6:47 pm

Heh, I guess the Giants really wanted to go to the playoffs this year.

I think part of it has to do with their pitching. They acquired the likes of Jonny Cueto and Jeff Samardzija in the offseason, and both have done well this year (so far).

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Written By: nally on 07/11/16 at 11:39 pm

I happened to watch the Home Run Derby this evening; Giancarlo Stanton of the Miami Marlins defeated last year's champ, Todd Frazier (now of the Chicago Whitesox), in the final round to win the competition.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/14/16 at 4:32 pm

So during the 87th annual All-Star Game, the American League has won 4-2. This has been their fourth straight win in the All-Star Game since 2013.

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Written By: nally on 07/14/16 at 6:35 pm

...and congratz to Eric Hosmer of the Royals for winning the ASG MVP award.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/14/16 at 7:16 pm

...and congratz to Eric Hosmer of the Royals for winning the ASG MVP award.

I guess that guy's still good, despite his team doing mediocre nontheless throughout this season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/14/16 at 7:17 pm

I guess that guy's still good, despite his team doing mediocre nontheless.

They are trying to get back to the postseason this year. Of course anything can change from now through October 2nd. Many teams are still well in the running for even a wildcard spot.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/16/16 at 1:06 pm

Well, the Red Sox and Yankees are gonna play another series in Yankee Stadium. I'm hoping that the Red Sox would win, considering that they're doing better than the Yanks right now.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/16/16 at 5:21 pm

Well, the Red Sox and Yankees are gonna play another series in Yankee Stadium. I'm hoping that the Red Sox would win, considering that they're doing better than the Yanks right now.

Yep, they are. In fact, Boston won the opener last nite.

Right now, they are leading today's game (on last check).

The Giants will face both teams on the road next week: two in Boston on Tuesday/Wednesday, and then a weekend series in Yankee Stadium. So, next Friday through Sunday I will do something that I don't usually do: root for the Yankees. (Only because I don't want the Giants to keep on winning.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/16/16 at 5:58 pm

Yep, they are. In fact, Boston won the opener last nite.

Right now, they are leading today's game (on last check).

The Giants will face both teams on the road next week: two in Boston on Tuesday/Wednesday, and then a weekend series in Yankee Stadium. So, next Friday through Sunday I will do something that I don't usually do: root for the Yankees. (Only because I don't want the Giants to keep on winning.)

As of this post, the Red Sox are leading 5-2 in the top of the 9th.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/16/16 at 6:01 pm

And three games are final:

Cubs defeated Rangers, 3-1.
Athletics defeated Blue Jays, 5-4.
Mariners blanked Astros, 1-0.

Other games are about to start, while others will start later on.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/16/16 at 6:10 pm

As of this post, the Red Sox are leading 5-2 in the top of the 9th.

And now that score is final.

Sox go for the sweep tomorrow night on ESPN, but NYY is sending Masahiro Tanaka to the mound. He's done fairly well this year. (His next start after that would likely be in the series against the Giants.)

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/16/16 at 6:46 pm

And now that score is final.

Sox go for the sweep tomorrow night on ESPN, but NYY is sending Masahiro Tanaka to the mound. He's done fairly well this year. (His next start after that would likely be in the series against the Giants.)

To be honest, I think Tanaka should've been sent to the minors. He's not that good when he's pitching in the majors.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/16/16 at 6:48 pm

To be honest, I think Tanaka should've been sent to the minors. He's not that good when he's pitching in the majors.

When he his first started in MLB, back in 2014, he was pretty good. He'd been doing well in his native Japan, which is why many teams were pursuing him during the 2013-14 offseason. (Ultimately the Yankees got him.) His first MLB loss was on May 20th of 2014, to the Cubs in Chicago.
And of course he lost last year's AL Wildcard Game to the Houston Astros.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/16/16 at 9:12 pm

When he his first started in MLB, back in 2014, he was pretty good. He'd been doing well in his native Japan, which is why many teams were pursuing him during the 2013-14 offseason. (Ultimately the Yankees got him.) His first MLB loss was on May 20th of 2014, to the Cubs in Chicago.
And of course he lost last year's AL Wildcard Game to the Houston Astros.

Well, he didn't do well when he was in the AL Wild Card Game against the Astros last year. I could remember him giving the Astros their lead, while the Yankees didn't do anything.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/16/16 at 10:12 pm

Well, he didn't do well when he was in the AL Wild Card Game against the Astros last year. I could remember him giving the Astros their lead, while the Yankees didn't do anything.

That's right, the Stros blanked the Yankees, 3-zip.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/17/16 at 9:29 am

That's right, the Stros blanked the Yankees, 3-zip.

Yep. They aren't even doing good since this season started. Especially when they're in 4th place in their division.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/18/16 at 2:15 pm

Yep. They aren't even doing good since this season started. Especially when they're in 4th place in their division.

They were break-even at the All Star Break, and they now have a losing record heading into play today. In fact, they've been under .500 for much of the season.

However, I will root for them next weekend when they play the Giants.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/18/16 at 2:22 pm

They were break-even at the All Star Break, and they now have a losing record heading into play today. In fact, they've been under .500 for much of the season.

However, I will root for them next weekend when they play the Giants.

Well okay. It may be revenge for the Yankees to beat the Giants in that series.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/18/16 at 2:26 pm

Well okay. It may be revenge for the Yankees to beat the Giants in that series.

I sure hope so... cuz if any team has a chance to overtake the Giants in the NL West, it would be the Dodgers at this point.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/18/16 at 2:27 pm

At least the Giants got swept in San Diego by the Padres this weekend. Talk about revenge, as the Giants had beaten the Padres in all 9 games that the teams faced each other in the first half of the season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/20/16 at 5:32 pm

Looks like the Blue Jays are on their way to a two-game sweep in Arizona... and the Rays are about to take two of three in Colorado (Tampa has scored in double figures in two of those games).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/20/16 at 5:32 pm

Looks like the Blue Jays are on their way to a two-game sweep in Arizona... and the Rays are about to take two of three in Colorado (Tampa has scored in double figures in two of those games).

The Mets lost 6-2 against the Cubs today. :\'(

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/20/16 at 5:35 pm

The Mets lost 6-2 against the Cubs today. :\'(

Yep, just saw that. Although in yesterday's (Tuesday) game they hung on to win when closer Jeurys Familia escaped a bases-loaded jam in the bottom of the 9th. And the Mets only led by a single run.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/20/16 at 5:38 pm

Yep, just saw that. Although in yesterday's (Tuesday) game they hung on to win when closer Jeurys Familia escaped a bases-loaded jam in the bottom of the 9th. And the Mets only led by a single run.

I suppose that was cool. But they're now in 3rd place in the NL East. Which sucks, but I hope they'll get better.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/20/16 at 5:46 pm

I suppose that was cool. But they're now in 3rd place in the NL East. Which sucks, but I hope they'll get better.

Best of luck to them. Yeah, they fell behind the Marlins for the lower NL wildcard position.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/20/16 at 5:48 pm

Best of luck to them. Yeah, they fell behind the Marlins for the lower NL wildcard position.

Damn. Out of all them, they have to get behind the Marlins? That's pathetic.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/20/16 at 5:53 pm

Damn. Out of all them, they have to get behind the Marlins? That's pathetic.

Yep, the Marlins have been playing some decent ball as of late.

And my team, the Dodgers, holds the other NL wildcard spot. They have been doing fairly well since their ace, Clayton Kershaw, was placed on the DL at the end of June. A few days ago, it seemed that he might be on his way back to the rotation...but he suffered another setback and now there is no timetable for his return. :-\\

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/20/16 at 6:54 pm

Yep, the Marlins have been playing some decent ball as of late.

And my team, the Dodgers, holds the other NL wildcard spot. They have been doing fairly well since their ace, Clayton Kershaw, was placed on the DL at the end of June. A few days ago, it seemed that he might be on his way back to the rotation...but he suffered another setback and now there is no timetable for his return. :-\\

I think the Dodgers would go to the playoffs this year, without a doubt. I don't know about the Mets. With Murphy, he made the Mets look great last year. Now, he's just doing the same thing with the Nationals. Although, if they go up to win the team's first NL pennant in franchise history, then I would root for them in the World Series.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/20/16 at 11:18 pm

I think the Dodgers would go to the playoffs this year, without a doubt. I don't know about the Mets. With Murphy, he made the Mets look great last year. Now, he's just doing the same thing with the Nationals. Although, if they go up to win the team's first NL pennant in franchise history, then I would root for them in the World Series.

That's right, the Nationals (formerly the Montreal Expos) are the only NL team that has never won a pennant.

Although in 1994 as the Expos they had the best record in the majors... but that strike ended the season early and cancelled the postseason, so time will never tell if they would have reached the World Series had there been no strike.

Also in 1981 they reached the playoffs in their only season in Montreal, but lost to the Dodgers in the LCS. That, too, was a strike-shortened year, but it was only a two-month strike, starting in June and ending in August.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/21/16 at 6:29 am

That's right, the Nationals (formerly the Montreal Expos) are the only NL team that has never won a pennant.

Although in 1994 as the Expos they had the best record in the majors... but that strike ended the season early and cancelled the postseason, so time will never tell if they would have reached the World Series had there been no strike.

Also in 1981 they reached the playoffs in their only season in Montreal, but lost to the Dodgers in the LCS. That, too, was a strike-shortened year, but it was only a two-month strike, starting in June and ending in August.

And they never went to the NLCS after 1981. When they won their division titles in 2012 and 2014, they lost to the Cardinals and Giants in the NLDS.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/21/16 at 6:21 pm

And they never went to the NLCS after 1981. When they won their division titles in 2012 and 2014, they lost to the Cardinals and Giants in the NLDS.

Yep. Hopefully this year it'll be different; that is, if they retain their division lead.

This afternoon they lost to my team, 6-3. So in this year's season series between the Dodgers and Nationals, the Nats won only one game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/21/16 at 6:29 pm

Yep. Hopefully this year it'll be different; that is, if they retain their division lead.

This afternoon they lost to my team, 6-3. So in this year's season series between the Dodgers and Nationals, the Nats won only one game.

I guess the Nats would still lose to the Dodgers, unless they took their playoff matches more seriously if they won this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/21/16 at 6:39 pm

I guess the Nats would still lose to the Dodgers, unless they took their playoff matches more seriously if they won this year.

I guess so.

Right now they are maintaining a 5-game lead in the NL East. In addition, they currently hold the 3rd best record in the NL, with a record of 57 and 39. Giants still lead the NL West by 4 games, at 57 and 38 (winless since the All Star Break); and the Cubs once again have the best record, at 57 and 37, good for a 7-game lead in the NL Central.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/21/16 at 7:14 pm

I guess so.

Right now they are maintaining a 5-game lead in the NL East. In addition, they currently hold the 3rd best record in the NL, with a record of 57 and 39. Giants still lead the NL West by 4 games, at 57 and 38 (winless since the All Star Break); and the Cubs once again have the best record, at 57 and 37, good for a 7-game lead in the NL Central.

The Cubs lead in the NL Central again? Well, that seems predictable. They do have a very good team.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/21/16 at 7:21 pm

The Cubs lead in the NL Central again? Well, that seems predictable. They do have a very good team.

They've been leading the NL Central since the beginning of the season.

Perhaps I should clarify that they once again have the best record in all of MLB.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/21/16 at 7:38 pm

They've been leading the NL Central since the beginning of the season.

Perhaps I should clarify that they once again have the best record in all of MLB.

Well, they didn't lead the NL Central for a few days this season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/21/16 at 7:41 pm

Well, they didn't lead the NL Central for a few days this season.

Oh yeah, at the beginning of the season. Still, the Cubs won their first two games of the season, sweeping a pair of games at Angel Stadium.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/21/16 at 7:47 pm

Oh yeah, at the beginning of the season. Still, the Cubs won their first two games of the season, sweeping a pair of games at Angel Stadium.

Okay then. I could already the Cubs are still leading the NL Central for a very long time during this season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/22/16 at 2:18 pm

Okay then. I could already the Cubs are still leading the NL Central for a very long time during this season.

Yeah. I didn't think they'd relinquished the division lead yet this year.

By the way, when the Dodgers beat the Nationals yesterday, it was Stephen Strasburg's first loss since September 9th of last year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/22/16 at 4:39 pm

Yeah. I didn't think they'd relinquished the division lead yet this year.

By the way, when the Dodgers beat the Nationals yesterday, it was Stephen Strasburg's first loss since September 9th of last year.

Well okay. It's not like Strausburg was doing anything that good. Although, having his first loss since September of last year is pretty good for somebody like him.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/22/16 at 10:29 pm

Well okay. It's not like Strausburg was doing anything that good. Although, having his first loss since September of last year is pretty good for somebody like him.

Yeah. Being able to win that many decisions in a row is pretty remarkable. Jake Arrieta of CHC accomplished a similar feat earlier this year, before finally losing one.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/22/16 at 10:54 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/23/16 at 8:51 am

Giants: 0-6 since the All Star Break.

The only other team to be in first place in their division at the time of the ASB and lose their first six games when play started up again, was the 1991 L.A. Dodgers... who eventually finished in 2nd place in the NL West.

Well, they're still in 1st place. Usually, when a team loses like 6 games, they go down a rank in their division. However, I guess they won so many games, that it doesn't really change anything.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/23/16 at 12:20 pm

Well, they're still in 1st place. Usually, when a team loses like 6 games, they go down a rank in their division. However, I guess they won so many games, that it doesn't really change anything.

I guess not. Too bad the Dodgers couldn't capitalize on the Giants' loss to the Yankees and move to within 3 games of the division lead. (LAD led 3-2 in the bottom of the 9th, but Kenley gave up a game-tying home run to send the game into extras; STL won it in the 16th.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/23/16 at 1:29 pm

I guess not. Too bad the Dodgers couldn't capitalize on the Giants' loss to the Yankees and move to within 3 games of the division lead. (LAD led 3-2 in the bottom of the 9th, but Kenley gave up a game-tying home run to send the game into extras; STL won it in the 16th.)

Heh. Maybe the Cardinals tried hard enough to win last night.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/23/16 at 5:11 pm

Heh. Maybe the Cardinals tried hard enough to win last night.

Yeah, they are making a push at a playoff run. If they can't overtake the Cubs, then they'll try for a wildcard spot.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/23/16 at 5:54 pm

Yeah, they are making a push at a playoff run. If they can't overtake the Cubs, then they'll try for a wildcard spot.

Well, the Cardinals are in 3rd place in the NL Wild Card standings. Although, I don't know when will they go up a rank. It's not that predictable with their team, since they casually win or lose at most games.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/23/16 at 5:55 pm

Well, the Cardinals are in 3rd place in the NL Wild Card standings. Although, I don't know when will they go up a rank. It's not that predictable with their team, since they casually win or lose at most games.

Right. And as mentioned above, they won in extra innings. However, they've done quite well overall in recent years.

I'll be able to watch the game tomorrow night, since it's on ESPN... but if I get bored with it, I'll turn it off.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/23/16 at 6:01 pm

Right. And as mentioned above, they won in extra innings. However, they've done quite well overall in recent years.

I'll be able to watch the game tomorrow night, since it's on ESPN... but if I get bored with it, I'll turn it off.

I'll probably root for the Cardinals to win, since I don't like the Dodgers that much. No offense really.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/24/16 at 5:43 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/24/16 at 5:58 pm

None taken; you are certainly entitled to your opinions of whatever teams. Just like I usually don't root for the Yankees. However, I did root for them this weekend because they were playing the Giants. And NYY won today, thus taking the series.

Well okay. I kinda like the Dodgers when they were at Brooklyn, since that's when they try their hardest to win a World Series, especially against the Yankees.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/24/16 at 6:01 pm

Well okay. I kinda like the Dodgers when they were at Brooklyn, since that's when they try their hardest to win a World Series, especially against the Yankees.

Yes they did face the Yankees many times in the WS back then. They finally beat 'em in 1955, the franchise's only title in Brooklyn.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/24/16 at 6:02 pm

Yes they did face the Yankees many times in the WS back then. They finally beat 'em in 1955, the franchise's only title in Brooklyn.

Then they beat them again in 1963 and 1981 when they were in Los Angeles.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/24/16 at 6:06 pm

Then they beat them again in 1963 and 1981 when they were in Los Angeles.

that's true... and 1981 was the most recent time that the teams battled each other in the WS.

Of course, NYY beat 'em in 1977 and 1978, both times 4 games to 2. In fact, that's the most recent time that the same pair of teams faced off in the World Series in back-to-back years.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/24/16 at 6:19 pm

that's true... and 1981 was the most recent time that the teams battled each other in the WS.

Of course, NYY beat 'em in 1977 and 1978, both times 4 games to 2. In fact, that's the most recent time that the same pair of teams faced off in the World Series in back-to-back years.

That's somehow astonishing. There could be some teams that would've won a LCS after 1978, but they didn't stand a chance. :P

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/24/16 at 6:50 pm

That's somehow astonishing. There could be some teams that would've won a LCS after 1978, but they didn't stand a chance. :P

Yep. And in such cases, there could have been back-to-back WS matchups. Case in point... in 2009 the Yankees defeated the Phillies for the title; in the following year, 2010, the Yankees returned to the ALCS (but lost to the Rangers) and the Phillies returned to the NLCS (but lost to the Giants).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/24/16 at 7:06 pm

Yep. And in such cases, there could have been back-to-back WS matchups. Case in point... in 2009 the Yankees defeated the Phillies for the title; in the following year, 2010, the Yankees returned to the ALCS (but lost to the Rangers) and the Phillies returned to the NLCS (but lost to the Giants).

That could've been one World Series where the Phillies could've won, since it would be revenge from the 2009 World Series.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/25/16 at 12:18 am

That could've been one World Series where the Phillies could've won, since it would be revenge from the 2009 World Series.

Yeah. Also since they had won it the year before THAT (2008 - their first and ONLY title since 1980).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/25/16 at 12:19 am

Meanwhile, Dodgers jumped out to an early lead in St Louis...and hung on to win, 9-6.

Elsewhere, White Sox ace Chris Sale is suspended for five games after a clubhouse incident on Saturday before the game, involving throwback uniforms that the team was going to wear.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/25/16 at 5:56 am

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/25/16 at 10:54 am

Well, the Mets won 3-0 against the Marlins yesterday.

Good for your team. That puts 'em within half a game of the Marlins for the lower NL wildcard. Dodgers still have the upper one.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/25/16 at 11:28 am

Good for your team. That puts 'em within half a game of the Marlins for the lower NL wildcard. Dodgers still have the upper one.

If this year's NL Wild Card Game would be the Mets vs. Dodgers, then that would be like payback. Although, it might be surprising, since the Mets won against the Dodgers last year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/25/16 at 5:46 pm

If this year's NL Wild Card Game would be the Mets vs. Dodgers, then that would be like payback. Although, it might be surprising, since the Mets won against the Dodgers last year.

Yes, in the NLDS. The two teams also faced off in that series in 2006, with NYM sweeping.

We shall see how the season plays out in the remaining two months.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/25/16 at 5:46 pm

Meanwhile, ace relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman has been traded from the Yankees to the Cubs.

I guess this means Andrew Miller will return to the Yankees' closer role.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/25/16 at 5:59 pm

Yes, in the NLDS. The two teams also faced off in that series in 2006, with NYM sweeping.

We shall see how the season plays out in the remaining two months.

Speaking of the Mets, they'll go play the Cardinals tonight at 7pm EST. I don't know if I should root for the Cardinals or Mets, since they wouldn't have any playoff positives after they win. Which is probably why I miss having the Cardinals when they were good in 2011-2015.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/25/16 at 6:04 pm

...and other East Coast games are about to start as well. This includes the Padres visiting the Blue Jays, something that has never occurred until now. (The Jays have been to San Diego three times, however: 2004, 2010, and 2013.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/27/16 at 12:37 am

Dodgers barely hung on and beat the Tampa Rays. LAD now 4-0 all time at Dodger Stadium against TB.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/27/16 at 6:13 am

Dodgers barely hung on and beat the Tampa Rays. LAD now 4-0 all time at Dodger Stadium against TB.

They never lost a game against the Rays at Dodger Stadium? Wow.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/27/16 at 10:40 am

They never lost a game against the Rays at Dodger Stadium? Wow.

Nope! The Rays did not play at Dodger Stadium for the first time until 2013. (This was due to the imbalance in the divisions prior to the Astros joining the American League.) The first game in that series, Tampa was in position to win, but a comedy of errors in the bottom of the 9th led to the Dodgers winning that one walk-off style. Then Zack Greinke shut 'em out the next day, and Clayton Kershaw only allowed two runs in the finale.

That was also the same year that the Dodgers finally played the Yankees in New York (for the first time since the 1981 World Series).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/27/16 at 12:14 pm

Nope! The Rays did not play at Dodger Stadium for the first time until 2013. (This was due to the imbalance in the divisions prior to the Astros joining the American League.) The first game in that series, Tampa was in position to win, but a comedy of errors in the bottom of the 9th led to the Dodgers winning that one walk-off style. Then Zack Greinke shut 'em out the next day, and Clayton Kershaw only allowed two runs in the finale.

That was also the same year that the Dodgers finally played the Yankees in New York (for the first time since the 1981 World Series).

So the Rays vs Dodgers series didn't start until 2013?

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/27/16 at 11:52 pm

So the Rays vs Dodgers series didn't start until 2013?

No. The Dodgers played the Rays in Tampa in 2002 and 2007. It wasn't until 2013 when the Rays finally came to L.A. for the first time.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/27/16 at 11:53 pm

Dodgers barely hung on and beat the Tampa Rays. LAD now 4-0 all time at Dodger Stadium against TB.

But today Tampa finally won one at Dodger Stadium... due in part to the Dodgers' inability to score when they needed to today. :-\\

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/28/16 at 6:25 am

No. The Dodgers played the Rays in Tampa in 2002 and 2007. It wasn't until 2013 when the Rays finally came to L.A. for the first time.

Well okay. Was just wondering. It's not like I was a baseball fan for that long.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/28/16 at 6:26 am

By the way, the Cardinals won against the Mets 5-4 in Citi Field. I may be hoping that I'll root for them again, since the Mets aren't doing so good.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/28/16 at 6:01 pm

Well okay. Was just wondering. It's not like I was a baseball fan for that long.

That's fine. Ever since the interleague schedule started branching out so that teams weren't always relegated to playing each other in corresponding divisions (for example, NL East vs AL East), I've kept track of which teams played which teams, home and away. And now all possible matchups of team-at-team have occurred.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/28/16 at 6:18 pm

That's fine. Ever since the interleague schedule started branching out so that teams weren't always relegated to playing each other in corresponding divisions (for example, NL East vs AL East), I've kept track of which teams played which teams, home and away. And now all possible matchups of team-at-team have occurred.

Well, that seems informative for a person who has been into Major League Baseball longer than me.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/28/16 at 6:20 pm

Well, that seems informative for a person who has been into Major League Baseball longer than me.

Thanks. I kinda got it from my dad; he was really into following sports when he was a kid. He was a Dodger fan; he also liked watching Rams football games on TV. However, the football interest never really caught on with me.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/28/16 at 6:35 pm

Thanks. I kinda got it from my dad; he was really into following sports when he was a kid. He was a Dodger fan; he also liked watching Rams football games on TV. However, the football interest never really caught on with me.

My dad was also into following sports, especially baseball and football. He grew up watching the New York Jets, Mets, Knicks, and Rangers since the 60s. I never really got into baseball until I was 12, when I was really shy and didn't care about the Mets whatsoever. Even though I was interested towards MLB after that, it somehow just makes me feel that I'm not a true fan. Even after four years.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/28/16 at 6:39 pm

My dad was also into following sports, especially baseball and football. He grew up watching the New York Jets, Mets, Knicks, and Rangers since the 60s. I never really got into baseball until I was 12, when I was really shy and didn't care about the Mets whatsoever. Even though I was interested towards MLB after that, it somehow just makes me feel that I'm not a true fan. Even after four years.

That's fine. I have always been a loyal fan of the Dodgers for as long as I can remember. They always have been my team of choice (since they're my local team), even when they play horribly. And I've even been collecting baseball cards since I was 7.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/28/16 at 6:41 pm

By the way, the Cardinals won against the Mets 5-4 in Citi Field. I may be hoping that I'll root for them again, since the Mets aren't doing so good.

...and today the Mets dropped a game to the Rockies. :-\\

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/28/16 at 7:05 pm

That's fine. I have always been a loyal fan of the Dodgers for as long as I can remember. They always have been my team of choice (since they're my local team), even when they play horribly. And I've even been collecting baseball cards since I was 7.

Sometimes when I see the Mets, I feel like they aren't that good of a team. So I choose some other team like the Cardinals, since they won about 11 World Series championships as of this post. It just sucks especially in New York City, since we have to deal with Yankees fans calling us disgraces of New York. Especially with that godawful interview from John Rocker, who badmouthed the Mets fans just for being rivals with the Braves. It's really sad sometimes, but I could get the hang of it.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/28/16 at 7:05 pm

...and today the Mets dropped a game to the Rockies. :-\\

Yep, 2-1.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/29/16 at 1:17 pm

Yep, 2-1.

And from what I heard, that was Jurys Familia's second blown save in as many days, after converting 52 straight regular-season save opportunities, dating back to last year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/29/16 at 1:46 pm

And from what I heard, that was Jurys Familia's second blown save in as many days, after converting 52 straight regular-season save opportunities, dating back to last year.

Well it's not like Familia is the Mets' own Mariano Rivera, who did craploads of saves with the Yankees.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/29/16 at 1:49 pm

Well it's not like Familia is the Mets' own Mariano Rivera, who did craploads of saves with the Yankees.

He sure did. He even had a few blown ones, but that is common with even the most elite closers, as they are human too. His ability to close out games in all his years with NYY was a huge part of their success from the mid 1990s into the early 2010s.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/29/16 at 1:53 pm

He sure did. He even had a few blown ones, but that is common with even the most elite closers, as they are human too. His ability to close out games in all his years with NYY was a huge part of their success from the mid 1990s into the early 2010s.

Well yeah. But Rivera was more successful than Familia, since he brought the Yankees five WS championships and seven AL pennants.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/29/16 at 1:54 pm

Well yeah. But Rivera was more successful than Familia, since he brought the Yankees five WS championships and seven AL pennants.

He had a longer career, too. Only time will tell how long Familia will go before he retires.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/29/16 at 2:27 pm

He had a longer career, too. Only time will tell how long Familia will go before he retires.

Yeah, but it's not like Familia was well known outside of the Mets fanbase.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/29/16 at 2:41 pm

Yeah, but it's not like Familia was well known outside of the Mets fanbase.

I guess not.

Anyway, I wonder what kind of trades the "trade deadline" will bring us this weekend...

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/29/16 at 5:05 pm

I guess not.

Anyway, I wonder what kind of trades the "trade deadline" will bring us this weekend...

Maybe the Mets could get better players. ::)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/29/16 at 5:19 pm

Maybe the Mets could get better players. ::)

So could the Dodgers. Especially in the pitching department. With Kershaw sidelined until who-knows-when, the team needs at least another reliable starter who can go deep into games and not give up too many runs.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/29/16 at 6:02 pm

So could the Dodgers. Especially in the pitching department. With Kershaw sidelined until who-knows-when, the team needs at least another reliable starter who can go deep into games and not give up too many runs.

Same with the Mets. They've been losing a lot lately, and they probably need somebody that could be like Daniel Murphy to kick everyone's asses.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/30/16 at 11:57 am

Meanwhile, Ichiro Suzuki is still two hits away from joining the 3,000 club. He was hitless yesterday.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/30/16 at 12:28 pm

Meanwhile, Ichiro Suzuki is still two hits away from joining the 3,000 club. He was hitless yesterday.

I'll might watch the game tonight, since Ichiro might be in the lineup. So I'm hoping that he'll get 3,000 hits by then.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/30/16 at 12:29 pm

I'll might watch the game tonight, since Ichiro might be in the lineup. So I'm hoping that he'll get 3,000 hits by then.

That game is going to be on FS1 tonight, so you'll probably get to see it. I hope he gets there too.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/30/16 at 12:34 pm

That game is going to be on FS1 tonight, so you'll probably get to see it. I hope he gets there too.

Sweet. I thought I could just watch the updates on MLB.com, but that gives me a better chance to see Ichiro's 3,000th hit on live TV.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/30/16 at 12:37 pm

Sweet. I thought I could just watch the updates on MLB.com, but that gives me a better chance to see Ichiro's 3,000th hit on live TV.

Yep. O0

...and it'll probably be shown later on MLB Network's "Quick Pitch," which recaps all the games of the day.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/30/16 at 12:38 pm

Yep. O0

...and it'll probably be shown later on MLB Network's "Quick Pitch," which recaps all the games of the day.

Well yeah, but it would only show a shortened version of it. If I saw the whole game, then that would be really cool.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/30/16 at 12:39 pm

Well yeah, but it would only show a shortened version of it. If I saw the whole game, then that would be really cool.

Yep, it would. Anytime a player reaches a milestone, or breaks an all time record, then it would be great to watch live.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/30/16 at 7:07 pm

That game is going to be on FS1 tonight, so you'll probably get to see it. I hope he gets there too.

Turns out, Ichiro is not in tonight's lineup, so maybe he'll come up later as a pinch hitter or a defensive replacement. If he doesn't, there's tomorrow.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/30/16 at 8:02 pm

Turns out, Ichiro is not in tonight's lineup, so maybe he'll come up later as a pinch hitter or a defensive replacement. If he doesn't, there's tomorrow.

I found out that he wasn't in the lineup when the game started. It really pissed me off, because I thought I would go and see his 3,000th hit on live TV. Turns out I was wrong.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/30/16 at 8:19 pm

I found out that he wasn't in the lineup when the game started. It really pissed me off, because I thought I would go and see his 3,000th hit on live TV. Turns out I was wrong.

Many people probably felt this way too; you're not alone. And it's a nationally televised game! You'd think that they'd wanna put Ichiro in the lineup so that in case he gets his 3,000th hit, it'll get viewed live by most everyone rather than the select few (and by that, I mean outlets in the St Louis and Miami areas, whose stations would be tuned to the game).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/30/16 at 9:01 pm

Many people probably felt this way too; you're not alone. And it's a nationally televised game! You'd think that they'd wanna put Ichiro in the lineup so that in case he gets his 3,000th hit, it'll get viewed live by most everyone rather than the select few (and by that, I mean outlets in the St Louis and Miami areas, whose stations would be tuned to the game).

Well luckily, tomorrow's game is at 1:10 pm EST. Especially when it's on TBS, where I could go see Ichiro's 3,000th hit on live TV there.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/31/16 at 10:41 am

Hopefully he'll be in the lineup this time around.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/31/16 at 10:44 am

Hopefully he'll be in the lineup this time around.

I'm really hoping that he'll do sh*t when he gets in the batter's box today. Preaching for 3,000 hits.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/31/16 at 10:45 am

I'll probably be able to watch the first inning or so of the game, since I'll be going out at 11am my time (which translates to 2pm your time).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/31/16 at 10:51 am

I'll probably be able to watch the first inning or so of the game, since I'll be going out at 11am my time (which translates to 2pm your time).

I'll pretty much watch the whole game, since it starts at 1pm on my time.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/31/16 at 10:58 am

I'll pretty much watch the whole game, since it starts at 1pm on my time.

Guess you don't have anywhere to go then? Good for you.

One time a few years back or so, TBS showed a Sunday day game involving the Dodgers, but I couldn't see it because it was blacked out. ESPN sometimes does that with weeknight games as well.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/31/16 at 11:05 am

Guess you don't have anywhere to go then? Good for you.

One time a few years back or so, TBS showed a Sunday day game involving the Dodgers, but I couldn't see it because it was blacked out. ESPN sometimes does that with weeknight games as well.

Yeah, I always like it when TBS shown MLB games. I think it's because Ted Turner (the guy who owns TBS) likes baseball to the point where he wanted everyone to see MLB games on his cable network. I think without TBS, I wouldn't get that much excitement of the Tigers sweeping the Yankees during the 2012 ALCS. But yeah, I'm really glad that I could see Ichiro's 3,000th MLB hit there.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/31/16 at 11:10 am

Yeah, I always like it when TBS shown MLB games. I think it's because Ted Turner (the guy who owns TBS) likes baseball to the point where he wanted everyone to see MLB games on his cable network. I think without TBS, I wouldn't get that much excitement of the Tigers sweeping the Yankees during the 2012 ALCS. But yeah, I'm really glad that I could see Ichiro's 3,000th MLB hit there.

Ah yes, TBS has also been carrying postseason coverage since 2007, including most Division Series games, as well as one of the LCSes (while FOX carries the other LCS).

Hopefully Ichiro will get that 3,000th hit today.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/31/16 at 11:28 am

Ah yes, TBS has also been carrying postseason coverage since 2007, including most Division Series games, as well as one of the LCSes (while FOX carries the other LCS).

Hopefully Ichiro will get that 3,000th hit today.

It's gonna be less than an hour until they broadcast that game. Can't wait, man.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/31/16 at 12:20 pm

It's gonna be less than an hour until they broadcast that game. Can't wait, man.

Have fun watching it. O0

Meanwhile, I hope my team does better than they did yesterday.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/31/16 at 8:34 pm

Meanwhile, I hope my team does better than they did yesterday.

...and they did: Dodgers walloped the Dbacks 14-3. Too bad they didn't regain a game on the Giants, who beat the Nat'ls 3-1.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/31/16 at 8:37 pm

Have fun watching it. O0

Meanwhile, I hope my team does better than they did yesterday.

Ichiro didn't hit today. Hopefully, he'll do something tomorrow.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 07/31/16 at 8:44 pm

Ichiro didn't hit today. Hopefully, he'll do something tomorrow.

Yep, just found that out. He made one plate appearance, namely as a pinch hitter in the 7th, but popped out. :-\\ Oh well.

Tomorrow his Marlins go to Wrigley Field to play the Cubs.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 07/31/16 at 9:21 pm

Yep, just found that out. He made one plate appearance, namely as a pinch hitter in the 7th, but popped out. :-\\ Oh well.

Tomorrow his Marlins go to Wrigley Field to play the Cubs.

I really hope somebody has him in the lineup tomorrow.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/01/16 at 11:59 am

I really hope somebody has him in the lineup tomorrow.

Don Mattingly might make that decision.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/01/16 at 12:12 pm

Don Mattingly might make that decision.

I hope he puts Suzuki on the lineup.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/01/16 at 1:43 pm

I hope he puts Suzuki on the lineup.

I hope so too. I'm sure Marlins fans and non-Marlins fans alike would hope for that.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/01/16 at 1:46 pm

Meanwhile I'm keeping tabs on the trades that are occurring, seeing if the Dodgers are gonna get anyone good.

Edit: I'm looking at headlines in another tab right now and noticing that right fielder Josh Reddick and left-hand pitcher Rich Hill have reportedly been traded for a few minor leaguers.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/01/16 at 2:05 pm

I'm REALLY hoping that Suzuki would hit tonight. I've been waiting two days for him to get 3,000 hits.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/01/16 at 10:07 pm

Cubs blanked Marlins, 5-zip; Ichiro came up only once as a pinch hitter, didn't get a hit. :-\\

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/02/16 at 7:16 am

Cubs blanked Marlins, 5-zip; Ichiro came up only once as a pinch hitter, didn't get a hit. :-\\

Sh*t. I thought he would at least do something. I don't know why he's in the bench list.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/02/16 at 8:33 pm

Sh*t. I thought he would at least do something. I don't know why he's in the bench list.

I'm sure Ichiro himself wants to get out there. Part of the problem might have to do with the other everyday outfielders getting more playing time than him, or so it seems.

The Marlins have one interleague series left on the road, namely at Cleveland Sept. 2nd-4th. Perhaps he can be a DH in those games if he doesn't get to 3,000 by then. (But that's still a month away!) Or, he can hit and one of the other outfielders can DH.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/02/16 at 9:38 pm

I'm sure Ichiro himself wants to get out there. Part of the problem might have to do with the other everyday outfielders getting more playing time than him, or so it seems.

The Marlins have one interleague series left on the road, namely at Cleveland Sept. 2nd-4th. Perhaps he can be a DH in those games if he doesn't get to 3,000 by then. (But that's still a month away!) Or, he can hit and one of the other outfielders can DH.

We only have two more months before the end of the season. So I suppose Ichiro still has time left. Although, I'm not sure if they really count any postseason hits. I know that I maybe wrong, because 5% of Babe Ruth's home runs possibly came from the World Series match ups he played in. Same with Barry Bonds. I mean, one of his famous home runs came from Game 7 of the 2002 World Series, even though the Giants lost that one. It may not happen with the Marlins clinching another postseason spot, but it could possibly happen. They're at one of the top Wild Card spots, which allows them to go to the Wild Card Game, if they clinched one of them. Maybe Ichiro could help them win. ::)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/03/16 at 1:06 am

We only have two more months before the end of the season. So I suppose Ichiro still has time left. Although, I'm not sure if they really count any postseason hits. I know that I maybe wrong, because 5% of Babe Ruth's home runs possibly came from the World Series match ups he played in. Same with Barry Bonds. I mean, one of his famous home runs came from Game 7 of the 2002 World Series, even though the Giants lost that one. It may not happen with the Marlins clinching another postseason spot, but it could possibly happen. They're at one of the top Wild Card spots, which allows them to go to the Wild Card Game, if they clinched one of them. Maybe Ichiro could help them win. ::)

They probably don't count 'em. I think "career hits" and other such stats pertain solely to the regular season, and postseason stats are treated separately.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/03/16 at 8:48 am

They probably don't count 'em. I think "career hits" and other such stats pertain solely to the regular season, and postseason stats are treated separately.

Well, no wonder why most baseball players don't really achieve such stats in the postseason.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/03/16 at 10:57 am

Well, no wonder why most baseball players don't really achieve such stats in the postseason.

Yep. However, some players do have notable postseason stats. For example, Andy Pettitte holds the all-time postseason record for most starts (42) and innings pitched in the postseason (263); he also won 19 games, the most of any pitcher to play in the postseason.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/03/16 at 10:59 am

Yep. However, some players do have notable postseason stats. For example, Andy Pettitte holds the all-time postseason record for most starts (42) and innings pitched in the postseason (263); he also won 19 games, the most of any pitcher to play in the postseason.

If that's the case, then how come they don't hold stats for the postseason? It's kinda interesting on what they did during the Division Series, Championship Series, and the World Series. Most of the famous home runs came from the World Series, for crying out loud.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/03/16 at 11:01 am

If that's the case, then how come they don't hold stats for the postseason? It's kinda interesting on what they did during the Division Series, Championship Series, and the World Series. Most of the famous home runs came from the World Series, for crying out loud.

Yeah, since the World Series is perhaps the most important postseason series... and was the only postseason series prior to 1969 (when the divisional era began).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/03/16 at 11:30 am

Yeah, since the World Series is perhaps the most important postseason series... and was the only postseason series prior to 1969 (when the divisional era began).

Especially when there was so many players that had great postseason stats. Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle, Tom Seaver, Andy Pettitte, David Ortiz, Mookie Wilson, Darryl Strawberry, Dwight Gooden, and the list goes on.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/03/16 at 10:49 pm

Especially when there was so many players that had great postseason stats. Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle, Tom Seaver, Andy Pettitte, David Ortiz, Mookie Wilson, Darryl Strawberry, Dwight Gooden, and the list goes on.

Wilson, Strawberry, and Gooden were all notable contributors to the Mets' success 30 years ago... including the postseason.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/04/16 at 6:19 am

Wilson, Strawberry, and Gooden were all notable contributors to the Mets' success 30 years ago... including the postseason.

Same with Gary Carter. Although, he was only notable for being with the Mets in the mid-late 80s. Darryl Strawberry has been with the Yankees throughout the mid-late 90s, and he won the 1996, 1998, and 1999 World Series with them. Same with Dwight Gooden, although he was with the Yankees in 1996, 1997, and 2000.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/04/16 at 6:20 pm

Same with Gary Carter. Although, he was only notable for being with the Mets in the mid-late 80s. Darryl Strawberry has been with the Yankees throughout the mid-late 90s, and he won the 1996, 1998, and 1999 World Series with them. Same with Dwight Gooden, although he was with the Yankees in 1996, 1997, and 2000.

Right... in addition, Darryl Strawberry spent the first 8 years of his career with NYM before signing with the Dodgers after the 1990 season. However, his tenure with LAD was short-lived. After that he signed with NYY and was on their 1996, '98, and '99 championship teams, as you mentioned.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/04/16 at 6:23 pm

Meanwhile, Ichiro went hitless at Wrigley Field during the Marlins' three-game set there. :-\\ Not only that, the Cubs swept 'em. Miami's next series is at Colorado against the Rockies, where the Dodgers have not done so well on their current series.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/06/16 at 11:52 am

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/06/16 at 12:37 pm

The latest news now is that Mark Teixeira plans to retire at the end of this season. In recent years, injuries have taken a toll on him, so, yesterday in a press conference, he announced that he's gonna retire.

Another great Yankee gone. Although, he was only around when the Yankees were still in their renaissance in 2009-2012.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/06/16 at 6:25 pm

Another great Yankee gone. Although, he was only around when the Yankees were still in their renaissance in 2009-2012.

That's true, then in 2013 he started getting injured frequently.

Of course, he began his career in 2003 with the Rangers, then was traded to the Braves and the Angels before signing with the NYY in 2009. So this will be his 8th and final year with them.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/06/16 at 6:28 pm

Dodgers were blanked at the hands of the Red Sox yesterday, but today they struck back and kept the Sox off the board.
Tomorrow's game (Sunday) was originally going to be on ESPN, but preseason football is gonna be on instead; therefore MLB Network is gonna show it at 4pm PT/7pm ET, but markets in the greater L.A. and Boston areas are likely not gonna see it on there, because MLB Network always blacks out games involving local teams.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/06/16 at 8:21 pm

That's true, then in 2013 he started getting injured frequently.

Of course, he began his career in 2003 with the Rangers, then was traded to the Braves and the Angels before signing with the NYY in 2009. So this will be his 8th and final year with them.

Yeah. He was kinda good for the Yankees, but not as Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera, or the other Yankees from the mid 90s to early 2010s.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/06/16 at 8:23 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/07/16 at 12:11 am

Yeah. He was kinda good for the Yankees, but not as Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera, or the other Yankees from the mid 90s to early 2010s.

Jeter and Rivera, of course, spent their entire careers with the Yankees. They were both huge contributors to the team's success from the aforementioned era, and both are sure to be Hall-Of-Famers when they are eligible to be on the ballot. O0

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/07/16 at 12:14 am

Sometimes they show games in the local team's areas. I remember seeing some Mets and Yankees games on MLB Network, although it rarely happens.

Yeah, it does. Sometimes they might show "bonus coverage" for a game that is still not yet over... but that's a rarity. I'm not counting on the game being shown here (where I am) tomorrow night. I can follow it online, I suppose.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/07/16 at 12:15 am

Elsewhere, Ichiro finally got his 2,999th hit... albeit in a pinch-hit role. Moreover, it was an infield hit, as Rockies third baseman Nolan Arenado couldn't throw him out in time.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/07/16 at 8:19 am

Elsewhere, Ichiro finally got his 2,999th hit... albeit in a pinch-hit role. Moreover, it was an infield hit, as Rockies third baseman Nolan Arenado couldn't throw him out in time.

Oh my god. Finally! He got a hit for a while. Now I can't wait for him to have 3,000 hits. :D

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/07/16 at 5:16 pm

Well, the Mets won against the Tigers 3-1.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/07/16 at 7:37 pm

Oh my god. Finally! He got a hit for a while. Now I can't wait for him to have 3,000 hits. :D

Your wait is over... he got his 3,000th hit today! :D ;D 8)

http://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/17241243/ichiro-suzuki-miami-marlins-notches-triple-join-3000-hit-club

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/07/16 at 8:00 pm

Your wait is over... he got his 3,000th hit today! :D ;D 8)

http://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/17241243/ichiro-suzuki-miami-marlins-notches-triple-join-3000-hit-club

Well, he finally got 3,000 hits. Let his MLB career become memorable.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/07/16 at 8:24 pm

Well, he finally got 3,000 hits. Let his MLB career become memorable.

I'm sure it will. He's a great player.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/08/16 at 6:59 am

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/08/16 at 11:39 am

Alex Rodriguez is going to be released from the Yankees soon.

http://www.foxsports.com/mlb/story/alex-rodriguez-on-why-his-run-time-with-the-new-york-yankees-is-over-080716

I know that my family doesn't like A-Rod (especially my dad), but it's kinda sad, since he was one of my favorite Yankee players. :\'(

Yep, this was announced yesterday; he's going to play his final game on Friday.

A lot of people didn't like him, but the guy had some great moments.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/08/16 at 11:59 am

Yep, this was announced yesterday; he's going to play his final game on Friday.

A lot of people didn't like him, but the guy had some great moments.

He was a great guy. Not just with the Yankees, but with the Mariners and Rangers as well. He was like Jeter's right hand man, except that he was one of his rivals before he joined the Yankees in 2004. Despite the fact that he took steroids, he was still cool. He was admired by a lot of baseball players in the past, especially the 1986 Mets as a kid. I felt like he was one of my favorite MLB players of all time.

It's not like he was my role model after Steve Jobs died, because I never got into baseball until the spring of 2012. But when I was starting to get into it, he was a kickass for the Yankees with Rivera and Jeter on his side. Now it just seems like the Yankees aren't themselves anymore. I'm going to expect that the Yankees would get a new generation of players, since most of the players they have now are in their late 30s/early 40s.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/09/16 at 7:40 pm

Giants now lead the NL West by 1 game over Dodgers. That was the situation heading into play yesterday. Marlins had a chance to beat the Giants, but they ended up losing in 14 innings. (Brandon Crawford, the Giants' shortstop, had 7 hits in that game, the first time since 1975 that any player would hit safely that many times in a game.) But the Dodgers beat the Phillies to keep pace.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/09/16 at 8:09 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/10/16 at 6:26 am

So, I've found that they are in the lead for the NL Wild Card. The Dodgers and Giants, I meant.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/10/16 at 12:12 pm

I may not be a big fan of supporting the Dodgers, but I'll might do it for you Jeff.

Thanks.

Although I do know a few people who support the Giants.

So, I've found that they are in the lead for the NL Wild Card. The Dodgers and Giants, I meant.

That's right... for the first time since mid-May. As well as the NL West division lead.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/10/16 at 1:28 pm

Thanks.

Although I do know a few people who support the Giants.

Okay. I don't mind that. I have a bunch of friends who support the Yankees.

That's right... for the first time since mid-May. As well as the NL West division lead.

I think the Dodgers should win, because the Giants seem predictable with the even years in this decade.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/10/16 at 2:06 pm

Okay. I don't mind that. I have a bunch of friends who support the Yankees.

I don't really know anyone who likes 'em, but I did root for them when they played the Giants last month.

I think the Dodgers should win, because the Giants seem predictable with the even years in this decade.

Yes, most everyone feels that way too. Of course they have been losing a lot of games since the All Star Break.

Right now though, they are leading Miami 1-0 in the 9th inning... come on Marlins, do something!

And the Dodgers start their game in just a few minutes.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/10/16 at 2:17 pm

Right now though, they are leading Miami 1-0 in the 9th inning... come on Marlins, do something!

And the Dodgers start their game in just a few minutes.

Aw crap... game over; Giants win. >:(

This means the Dodgers MUST win in order to maintain a share of first place.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/10/16 at 3:19 pm

And the Dodgers start their game in just a few minutes.

They're in the 4th inning against the Phillies, as of this post.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/10/16 at 3:55 pm

They're in the 4th inning against the Phillies, as of this post.

And they still have a 1-0 lead.

Reminder - I'll be going to the game on Friday, when they open up against the Pirates.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/10/16 at 3:58 pm

And they still have a 1-0 lead.

Reminder - I'll be going to the game on Friday, when they open up against the Pirates.

Well, that's cool. I'll also go to a Mets game around mid or late August, since my mother got tickets for me, her, and one of her friends.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/11/16 at 6:39 pm

And they still have a 1-0 lead.

However, not long after I made this post, the Phillies struck back...and eventually won, thus pushing the Dodgers back into 2nd place. >:(

Neither the Dodgers nor the Giants play today... but tomorrow when I go see my team, hopefully they'll play well. And I also hope that the Baltimore Orioles can do a number on the Giants.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/11/16 at 6:48 pm

However, not long after I made this post, the Phillies struck back...and eventually won, thus pushing the Dodgers back into 2nd place. >:(

At least the Dodgers are 1st place in the NL Wild Card. That's something that you could achieve with. Especially when they could have a NLDS or NLCS against each other. It would probably be the 2004 ALCS, except that the Dodgers haven't won a World Series that long ago.

Neither the Dodgers nor the Giants play today... but tomorrow when I go see my team, hopefully they'll play well. And I also hope that the Baltimore Orioles can do a number on the Giants.

I suppose so. Tomorrow would be special to me, since it would be A-Rod's final game with the Yankees. :\'(

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/11/16 at 6:51 pm

At least the Dodgers are 1st place in the NL Wild Card. That's something that you could achieve with. Especially when they could have a NLDS or NLCS against each other. It would probably be the 2004 ALCS, except that the Dodgers haven't won a World Series that long ago.

Yes, 2004 ALCS was a battle of division rivals (in fact, they've been longtime rivals in general!): Red Sox and Yankees. Of course that series had a lot of drama.

It's been 28 years since Dodgers last won a World Series. They haven't gotten back there since.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/11/16 at 6:51 pm

I suppose so. Tomorrow would be special to me, since it would be A-Rod's final game with the Yankees. :\'(

Are you gonna watch it, if possible?

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/11/16 at 6:58 pm

Are you gonna watch it, if possible?

I suppose so. Tomorrow's Yankee game would be on 7:05 pm EST, which would be great for me since I don't have anything to do by then.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/11/16 at 7:28 pm

Oh, I forgot to post on here yesterday... Prince Fielder announced he's gonna retire, as suggested by his doctors, after undergoing another neck surgery.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/11/16 at 7:45 pm

Oh, I forgot to post on here yesterday... Prince Fielder announced he's gonna retire, as suggested by his doctors, after undergoing another neck surgery.

Fielder's going to retire? At his early 30s? He seems young, but I could understand with the neck injury.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/11/16 at 7:56 pm

Fielder's going to retire? At his early 30s? He seems young, but I could understand with the neck injury.

Yeah, doctors' orders/suggestions.

Actually, it wasn't officially a retirement. He announced in a press conference yesterday that, while he was not retiring, he would not be able to continue playing professional baseball due to his injuries.

Although Fielder is not officially retired, he will spend the remaining four years of his contract on the 60-day disabled list.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/11/16 at 8:26 pm

Yeah, doctors' orders/suggestions.

Actually, it wasn't officially a retirement. He announced in a press conference yesterday that, while he was not retiring, he would not be able to continue playing professional baseball due to his injuries.

Although Fielder is not officially retired, he will spend the remaining four years of his contract on the 60-day disabled list.

So until 2020, he'll just be on the disabled list? Man, this is a sad day for some legendary players. Although A-Rod isn't that legendary, because of those steroids incidents.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/12/16 at 11:38 am

So until 2020, he'll just be on the disabled list? Man, this is a sad day for some legendary players.

Yeah. Kinda like a thousand-day (or more) disabled list.

Although A-Rod isn't that legendary, because of those steroids incidents.

...which is why some people don't really like him. (Of course it was revealed he only used the steroids during his time with the Rangers.) After he retires, Pujols will be the active leader in home runs.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/12/16 at 4:31 pm

...which is why some people don't really like him. (Of course it was revealed he only used the steroids during his time with the Rangers.) After he retires, Pujols will be the active leader in home runs.

Wait, so A-Rod never really took steroids ever since he was in the Yankees?

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/13/16 at 9:13 am

So, the Yankees won 6-3 against the Rays in A-Rod's final MLB game. :)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/13/16 at 11:52 am

Wait, so A-Rod never really took steroids ever since he was in the Yankees?

Nothing indicates that he did, as far as the public knows.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/13/16 at 11:54 am

Anyways, I actually had a good time at the game last nite, even though my team ended up losing, by a score of 5 to 1. Pirates got 3 in the first inning; the first batter was initially called out, but the play was overturned, and that's what led to those three runs. Dodgers ended up getting only one run, in the second inning, albeit barely.
But we stayed for the Friday Night Fireworks, which were seemingly more exciting than the game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/13/16 at 12:16 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/14/16 at 6:21 pm

Well that's okay. At least being at Dodger Stadium was alright for the fireworks.

It often is. I even took some pictures of them, which I hope to share at some point.

By the way, in that game, there were no walks at all, by either team... which is for the most part unusual. However, there were some three-ball counts.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/14/16 at 6:31 pm

It often is. I even took some pictures of them, which I hope to share at some point.

By the way, in that game, there were no walks at all, by either team... which is for the most part unusual. However, there were some three-ball counts.

I don't find it extremely usual for a baseball game. They probably did good with their pitching, both the Pirates and the Dodgers. After all, they were powerhouses during 2013-2015. So, they probably have some good pitching from now.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/14/16 at 6:37 pm

I don't find it extremely usual for a baseball game. They probably did good with their pitching, both the Pirates and the Dodgers. After all, they were powerhouses during 2013-2015. So, they probably have some good pitching from now.

Well, I find it unusual in a sense because just about every game I've followed had at least one walked batter.

Regarding the pitching, I think the Dodgers' pitching is weakening; yesterday Brandon McCarthy (who returned from Tommy John Surgery earlier this year) had to leave the game early but the offense bailed him out; today Brett Anderson (making his first -- and probably only -- start this year) only lasted one inning, giving up five runs, which amounts to an ERA of 45.00, and he is on the hook for losing. And in the newspaper this morning, they are now looking at a mid-September return for Kershaw. I think the front office didn't do so well with regards to signing pitchers. Sure, they got Rich Hill at the trade deadline, but he's still not ready to come off the D.L. yet because of a blister that's bothering him.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/14/16 at 7:02 pm

Well, I find it unusual in a sense because just about every game I've followed had at least one walked batter.

Regarding the pitching, I think the Dodgers' pitching is weakening; yesterday Brandon McCarthy (who returned from Tommy John Surgery earlier this year) had to leave the game early but the offense bailed him out; today Brett Anderson (making his first -- and probably only -- start this year) only lasted one inning, giving up five runs, which amounts to an ERA of 45.00, and he is on the hook for losing. And in the newspaper this morning, they are now looking at a mid-September return for Kershaw. I think the front office didn't do so well with regards to signing pitchers. Sure, they got Rich Hill at the trade deadline, but he's still not ready to come off the D.L. yet because of a blister that's bothering him.

Oh. That sucks. Well, baseball is not always lucky to everyone. Especially the Dodgers.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/14/16 at 7:28 pm

Oh. That sucks. Well, baseball is not always lucky to everyone. Especially the Dodgers.

Yup. They got beat again today, btw. So Anderson is 0 and 1.

At least they eked out one win in the series, yesterday. Too bad they couldn't score all those runs when I was there.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/14/16 at 8:17 pm

Yup. They got beat again today, btw. So Anderson is 0 and 1.

At least they eked out one win in the series, yesterday. Too bad they couldn't score all those runs when I was there.

Well, it's baseball. You can't really force them to do whatever you want. If that happened, then tons of teams like the Mets would've won the World Series last year. >:(

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/14/16 at 11:50 pm

The same could be said about other teams. I just know that when a team scores an abundance of runs for its home crowd and eventually win, that makes 'em feel good.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/14/16 at 11:51 pm

Meanwhile, Giancarlo Stanton is gonna be out for the rest of this year... with yet another injury. I wonder if this will hurt the Marlins' chances of getting a wildcard.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/15/16 at 5:56 am

Meanwhile, Giancarlo Stanton is gonna be out for the rest of this year... with yet another injury. I wonder if this will hurt the Marlins' chances of getting a wildcard.

Maybe. It's not that long until the season ends in early October, so the Marlins could kiss their chances of being in the playoffs goodbye. Luckily, the Cardinals are at 2nd place in the NL Wild Card. So, I suppose it would be nice to see them play against the Dodgers this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/15/16 at 10:38 am

Maybe. It's not that long until the season ends in early October, so the Marlins could kiss their chances of being in the playoffs goodbye. Luckily, the Cardinals are at 2nd place in the NL Wild Card. So, I suppose it would be nice to see them play against the Dodgers this year.

Well... in recent years that the Cardinals and Dodgers have faced off in the postseason, Cardinals have often gotten the upper hand. Case in point, 2013 NLCS and 2014 NLDS. In both cases, however, the Cardinals have exited in the next round.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/15/16 at 10:41 am

Well... in recent years that the Cardinals and Dodgers have faced off in the postseason, Cardinals have often gotten the upper hand. Case in point, 2013 NLCS and 2014 NLDS. In both cases, however, the Cardinals have exited in the next round.

I felt so excited when the Cardinals went to face off the Dodgers in the 2013 NLCS and 2014 NLDS. I was kinda glad during 2013, since it was the first time I saw the Cardinals win the pennant that year. For 2014, it was kinda pathetic. But I rooted for the Royals to win the World Series that year, although the Giants won on Game 7.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/15/16 at 10:44 am

I felt so excited when the Cardinals went to face off the Dodgers in the 2013 NLCS and 2014 NLDS. I was kinda glad during 2013, since it was the first time I saw the Cardinals win the pennant that year. For 2014, it was kinda pathetic. But I rooted for the Royals to win the World Series that year, although the Giants won on Game 7.

I also wanted the Royals to win that game (and hence the series), but MadBum was dominating. They even had a chance to do it in the 9th with two out...but the ball was hit the wrong way. I also wanted KC to beat the Giants, especially since the Dodgers had beaten them for the division title.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/15/16 at 10:52 am

I also wanted the Royals to win that game (and hence the series), but MadBum was dominating. They even had a chance to do it in the 9th with two out...but the ball was hit the wrong way. I also wanted KC to beat the Giants, especially since the Dodgers had beaten them for the division title.

I felt like the Mets should've won last year's World Series, if the Royals won in 2014. They were kinda upsetting to watch, especially for the Mets. I always wanted to see them win a championship, considering that I wasn't even born when the 1986 World Series happened. I could've watched the 2006 NLCS, but I wasn't into baseball by then. I know who the Mets and Yankees were in 2006, but not the entire American and National League back then.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/15/16 at 10:56 am

I felt like the Mets should've won last year's World Series, if the Royals won in 2014. They were kinda upsetting to watch, especially for the Mets. I always wanted to see them win a championship, considering that I wasn't even born when the 1986 World Series happened. I could've watched the 2006 NLCS, but I wasn't into baseball by then. I know who the Mets and Yankees were in 2006, but not the entire American and National League back then.

I know how that is. I was 6 in 1986 but was not as much into watching baseball as I was in later years (although I might have watched some of the games; if I did I probably have little or no recollection of it). But I do remember watching the 1988 series, the last one to involve the Dodgers, when I was 8.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/15/16 at 11:35 am

I know how that is. I was 6 in 1986 but was not as much into watching baseball as I was in later years (although I might have watched some of the games; if I did I probably have little or no recollection of it). But I do remember watching the 1988 series, the last one to involve the Dodgers, when I was 8.

Well, that seems nice. Considering that the Dodgers was really iconic from the 1988 World Series, especially with the game-winning home run in Game 1.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/15/16 at 11:33 pm

Well, that seems nice. Considering that the Dodgers was really iconic from the 1988 World Series, especially with the game-winning home run in Game 1.

Yep. Kirk Gibson's walkoff. That was his only appearance in the series, I think.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/15/16 at 11:34 pm

Right now I'm keeping tabs on the Pirates-Giants game; if Pittsburgh hangs on to win this game, then the Giants' lead reduces to a half a game, since Dodgers are idle today (traveling to Philly).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/16/16 at 8:24 am

Right now I'm keeping tabs on the Pirates-Giants game; if Pittsburgh hangs on to win this game, then the Giants' lead reduces to a half a game, since Dodgers are idle today (traveling to Philly).

Well okay. I'm not saying that the Pirates are good in any way, but I sure hope they wouldn't cause the Giants to win more games during their series.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/16/16 at 6:11 pm

Well okay. I'm not saying that the Pirates are good in any way, but I sure hope they wouldn't cause the Giants to win more games during their series.

Well, the Pirates did hang on to win, with Ryan Vogelsong beating his former team. O0

This year I am rooting for whatever team plays the Giants.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/16/16 at 6:20 pm

Well, the Pirates did hang on to win, with Ryan Vogelsong beating his former team. O0

This year I am rooting for whatever team plays the Giants.

Well okay. I'll probably root for the Cardinals if they win one of the NL Wild Card spots this year, since the Mets aren't doing so well.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/16/16 at 11:02 pm

Well okay. I'll probably root for the Cardinals if they win one of the NL Wild Card spots this year, since the Mets aren't doing so well.

You're in luck; the Cardinals won today and the Marlins lost, so the Cardinals now have sole possession of the lower wildcard in the NL. Also, the Mets were leading the Dbacks on last check.

Oh, and the Dodgers pounded the Phillies in Citizens Bank Park. Chase Utley did well in his return to Philadelphia.

Now if the Giants could lose, then the Dodgers take over first place in NL West! (And that would send the Giants into the upper NL wildcard spot.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/17/16 at 10:28 am

You're in luck; the Cardinals won today and the Marlins lost, so the Cardinals now have sole possession of the lower wildcard in the NL. Also, the Mets were leading the Dbacks on last check.

Oh, and the Dodgers pounded the Phillies in Citizens Bank Park. Chase Utley did well in his return to Philadelphia.

Now if the Giants could lose, then the Dodgers take over first place in NL West! (And that would send the Giants into the upper NL wildcard spot.)

The Dodgers already took first place in the NL West. Also, the Giants are in 1st place in the NL Wild Card standings.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/17/16 at 1:19 pm

The Dodgers already took first place in the NL West. Also, the Giants are in 1st place in the NL Wild Card standings.

I know that. That is exactly what I was talking about in my above post. Dodgers were leading the NL Wildcard race, now the Giants do.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/17/16 at 11:41 pm

Dodgers now 1 1/2 games of Giants in NL West!!! :D Thanks to the Pirates for sweeping the Giants, but also to Dodgers for winning again in Philly.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/18/16 at 8:49 am

Dodgers now 1 1/2 games of Giants in NL West!!! :D Thanks to the Pirates for sweeping the Giants, but also to Dodgers for winning again in Philly.

So, I suppose the Dodgers might win the NL West division again this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/18/16 at 6:18 pm

So, I suppose the Dodgers might win the NL West division again this year.

If they win as long as the Giants lose, then it'll hold up that way, yes.

Dodgers and Giants will meet again at Dodger Stadium next Tuesday through Thursday, and again sometime next month. The two teams will end the season in a battle at AT&T Park, and who knows, the race may come down to that.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/18/16 at 6:34 pm

If they win as long as the Giants lose, then it'll hold up that way, yes.

Dodgers and Giants will meet again at Dodger Stadium next Tuesday through Thursday, and again sometime next month. The two teams will end the season in a battle at AT&T Park, and who knows, the race may come down to that.

That seems intense, especially in Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/18/16 at 6:39 pm

That seems intense, especially in Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Absolutely. Those two teams have always been rivals of each other. And this year, both are vying for the NL West title; one of them will likely get it, while the other team will likely get a wildcard spot. (Personally, I hope for Dodgers to win the division and one of the other contending teams -- Cardinals, Marlins, or Pirates -- to get the wildcards.)

Right now, the Giants lead the wildcard race in the NL, with a 2-game lead over the Cardinals; Pirates are not far behind (they're only a game back of the Cardinals for the lower wildcard spot).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/18/16 at 7:16 pm

Absolutely. Those two teams have always been rivals of each other. And this year, both are vying for the NL West title; one of them will likely get it, while the other team will likely get a wildcard spot. (Personally, I hope for Dodgers to win the division and one of the other contending teams -- Cardinals, Marlins, or Pirates -- to get the wildcards.)

Right now, the Giants lead the wildcard race in the NL, with a 2-game lead over the Cardinals; Pirates are not far behind (they're only a game back of the Cardinals for the lower wildcard spot).

I'm hoping the Cardinals win one of the Wild Card spots this year, since there's no way that they could win the division title this year. Thankfully, they'll probably beat the Cubs in the postseason, if they tried.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/19/16 at 1:38 pm

I'm hoping the Cardinals win one of the Wild Card spots this year, since there's no way that they could win the division title this year. Thankfully, they'll probably beat the Cubs in the postseason, if they tried.

Let me tell you this... if the NL Wildcard Game is Cardinals vs Giants, I will root for the Cardinals.

And of course, last year the Cubs and Cardinals faced off in the NLDS, with Cubs prevailing. This year, the Cubs are likely going to have the top seed, and face whichever team wins the NL Wildcard Game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/19/16 at 1:45 pm

Let me tell you this... if the NL Wildcard Game is Cardinals vs Giants, I will root for the Cardinals.

And of course, last year the Cubs and Cardinals faced off in the NLDS, with Cubs prevailing. This year, the Cubs are likely going to have the top seed, and face whichever team wins the NL Wildcard Game.

So, if the Cardinals or Giants win the Wild Card Game, then they'll face off the Cubs this year? In that case, I'll root for the Cardinals. I really want them to at least have more than just a Wild Card game appearance. It could've been legendary, although the Cubs went to the NLCS last year with the Mets sweeping them. The Giants shouldn't really win the Wild Card Game, since it seems unfair for them to win.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/19/16 at 1:50 pm

So, if the Cardinals or Giants win the Wild Card Game, then they'll face off the Cubs this year? In that case, I'll root for the Cardinals. I really want them to at least have more than just a Wild Card game appearance. It could've been legendary, although the Cubs went to the NLCS last year with the Mets sweeping them. The Giants shouldn't really win the Wild Card Game, since it seems unfair for them to win.

They shouldn't win the division title, either, in my humble opinion. If they do, they'll likely face the Nationals in the NLDS, and I'll cheer for the Nationals to win that series. But if the Dodgers somehow win the NL West division, then they'll face the Nationals in the NLDS.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/19/16 at 2:26 pm

They shouldn't win the division title, either, in my humble opinion. If they do, they'll likely face the Nationals in the NLDS, and I'll cheer for the Nationals to win that series. But if the Dodgers somehow win the NL West division, then they'll face the Nationals in the NLDS.

I think it's secure to say that the Nationals might win the NL East division. Although, I'm more focused on the Cardinals winning one of the Wild Card spots.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/19/16 at 2:33 pm

I think it's secure to say that the Nationals might win the NL East division. Although, I'm more focused on the Cardinals winning one of the Wild Card spots.
Yeah. The Pirates are also in the hunt for a Wildcard spot, once again. Maybe they could win one, and the Cardinals get the other. Both are still very much up for grabs at this point.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/19/16 at 2:58 pm

Yeah. The Pirates are also in the hunt for a Wildcard spot, once again. Maybe they could win one, and the Cardinals get the other. Both are still very much up for grabs at this point.

The Pirates too? I think the Cubs should've been okay with the division title at this point. I think the Wild Card standings might be better for this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/20/16 at 3:18 pm

The Pirates too? I think the Cubs should've been okay with the division title at this point. I think the Wild Card standings might be better for this year.

Yeah, the Cubs seem to be in good position with their division lead. In fact, they have the largest lead of any of the six divisions right now.
I mention the Pirates only because they're in the hunt for a wildcard spot. In fact, they're playing the Marlins this weekend; both teams are of course contending for at least the lower wildcard in the NL.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/20/16 at 3:26 pm

Yeah, the Cubs seem to be in good position with their division lead. In fact, they have the largest lead of any of the six divisions right now.
I mention the Pirates only because they're in the hunt for a wildcard spot. In fact, they're playing the Marlins this weekend; both teams are of course contending for at least the lower wildcard in the NL.

That's exactly what I meant about the Cubs. They might as well easily predict that they could win the NL Central division title this year, unless the Cardinals start some really long winning streak. Even though it would be 10% chance of that to happen.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/20/16 at 3:29 pm

That's exactly what I meant about the Cubs. They might as well easily predict that they could win the NL Central division title this year, unless the Cardinals start some really long winning streak. Even though it would be 10% chance of that to happen.

Right... and the Cubs, for whatever reason, start losing several games in a row. I don't necessarily see that happening, even though starting pitcher John Lackey has just been placed on the DL (but hey, they've got other good pitchers in their rotation right now). Next weekend they come to Dodger Stadium to face my team; I suspect they may have the upper hand, although you never know for certain. But yes, the Cardinals are in pursuit of the Cubs, but they may have to settle for a wildcard spot, if anything. There's a month and a half left in the season, so anything can occur at this point.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/20/16 at 3:46 pm

Right... and the Cubs, for whatever reason, start losing several games in a row. I don't necessarily see that happening, even though starting pitcher John Lackey has just been placed on the DL (but hey, they've got other good pitchers in their rotation right now). Next weekend they come to Dodger Stadium to face my team; I suspect they may have the upper hand, although you never know for certain. But yes, the Cardinals are in pursuit of the Cubs, but they may have to settle for a wildcard spot, if anything. There's a month and a half left in the season, so anything can occur at this point.

I think that the Cardinals should just deal with having a Wild Card spot. The Cubs are basically 12 games ahead from the Cardinals, so a month and a half wouldn't be enough. Unless my 10% chance of the Cardinals having a really long winning streak until the middle of September or something actually happens, but I doubt that.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/21/16 at 4:07 pm

The Dodgers and Giants are tied for the top spot in the NL Wild Card standings. My bet is on the Dodgers winning, not because of Jeff, but because I don't really want the Giants to win the division title this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/22/16 at 12:52 pm

Dodgers won the spot for 1st place in the NL West division. This means that the Giants are once again 1st place in the NL Wild Card standings. Hopefully, I'll see the Cardinals beating their ass during the NL Wild Card game this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/22/16 at 1:01 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/22/16 at 1:16 pm

If the standings hold up this way, hopefully they will.

Yeah. Hopefully, they wouldn't challenge the Dodgers for another tie-in with their division. I just want the Cardinals to face the Giants, since the Dodgers might be a little bit tougher than them.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/22/16 at 1:18 pm

Yeah. Hopefully, they wouldn't challenge the Dodgers for another tie-in with their division. I just want the Cardinals to face the Giants, since the Dodgers might be a little bit tougher than them.

In which case, I would also root for the Cardinals.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/22/16 at 1:30 pm

In which case, I would also root for the Cardinals.

If the Cardinals lose the Wild Card game, then I'll possibly root for the Cubs. Not that I want to root for the Dodgers, but it may seem like I want the Cubs to probably win against the Giants. If they go to the NLCS on this one, then I'll might see them win a NLCS for the first time in franchise history.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/22/16 at 1:35 pm

If the Cardinals lose the Wild Card game, then I'll possibly root for the Cubs. Not that I want to root for the Dodgers, but it may seem like I want the Cubs to probably win against the Giants.

Yeah. I would definitely root for Cubs to beat Giants.

If they go to the NLCS on this one, then I'll might see them win a NLCS for the first time in franchise history.

That would be really great for the Cubs. I wanted them to do it last year (personally speaking), but they got swept by NYM. And in 2003 they were five outs away from winning one, but they eventually lost that series to the Miami Marlins.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/22/16 at 1:45 pm

That would be really great for the Cubs. I wanted them to do it last year (personally speaking), but they got swept by NYM. And in 2003 they were five outs away from winning one, but they eventually lost that series to the Miami Marlins.

I think it's best if either the Cubs or Dodgers win this year's National League pennant. I can't stand the Giants to win the NL championship, considering they did the same in 2010, 2012, and 2014 respectively. It just seems repetitive by now, especially when they made the Royals lose the World Series in 2014. I could say that the 2003 NLCS should've gone to the Cubs, but it's rather amazing for the Marlins to easily win against them in Game 6 and 7. All because some Cubs fan mistakenly saw that ball as a home run.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/22/16 at 1:50 pm

I think it's best if either the Cubs or Dodgers win this year's National League pennant. I can't stand the Giants to win the NL championship, considering they did the same in 2010, 2012, and 2014 respectively. It just seems repetitive by now, especially when they made the Royals lose the World Series in 2014. I could say that the 2003 NLCS should've gone to the Cubs, but it's rather amazing for the Marlins to easily win against them in Game 6 and 7. All because some Cubs fan mistakenly saw that ball as a home run.

You're absolutely right, it is way too repetitive. Dodgers and Cubs are both overdue...but I don't see the Dodgers necessarily getting there. The pitching is their one weak spot right now.

Actually, the Cubs fan was in foul territory; he just reached out and grabbed it while Moises Alou was going for it.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/22/16 at 2:36 pm

You're absolutely right, it is way too repetitive. Dodgers and Cubs are both overdue...but I don't see the Dodgers necessarily getting there. The pitching is their one weak spot right now.

Yeah, the Dodgers don't really seem to have the best pitchers in the National League. Either the Cubs or Cardinals should win the NL pennant this year.

Actually, the Cubs fan was in foul territory; he just reached out and grabbed it while Moises Alou was going for it.

But it seemed controversial for the Cubs fan to reach the ball, even though Alou and the other Cub fans wanted the ball to be caught in the field.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/22/16 at 4:02 pm

Yeah, the Dodgers don't really seem to have the best pitchers in the National League. Either the Cubs or Cardinals should win the NL pennant this year.

Yeah. Anyone but the Giants.

But it seemed controversial for the Cubs fan to reach the ball, even though Alou and the other Cub fans wanted the ball to be caught in the field.

Precisely!!

And he caught it, that would have been the 2nd out of the inning, and all the drama by Miami's hitters would probably not have happened.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/22/16 at 4:09 pm

Dodgers won today's game by a score of 18 to 9. :o :o This was a slugfest that included 7 home runs by the L.A. Dodgers, 3 of which were hit by Adrian Gonzalez.

I hope they can keep this momentum going when they open up at home with the Giants (whom they now lead by 1 full game) tomorrow.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/22/16 at 4:12 pm

And he caught it, that would have been the 2nd out of the inning, and all the drama by Miami's hitters would probably not have happened.

And the Cubs would've been to the World Series for the first time in 58 years.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/22/16 at 4:14 pm

And the Cubs would've been to the World Series for the first time in 58 years.

In which case I would have rooted for them.

The Red Sox were in that year's ALCS, battling their longtime rivals, the Yankees... and the Sox had a chance to get the AL pennant (and possibly break an 85-year curse), but that would have to wait until the following year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/22/16 at 4:24 pm

In which case I would have rooted for them.

The Red Sox were in that year's ALCS, battling their longtime rivals, the Yankees... and the Sox had a chance to get the AL pennant (and possibly break an 85-year curse), but that would have to wait until the following year.

If the 2003 World Series would've been the Cubs vs. Red Sox, then that would be historical. Although, I find the 2004 World Series as historical as that sounds, since the Red Sox swept the Cardinals that year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/23/16 at 7:26 am

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/23/16 at 6:23 pm

If the 2003 World Series would've been the Cubs vs. Red Sox, then that would be historical.

Yeah, because both teams would be trying to break a curse of more than 80 years.

Although, I find the 2004 World Series as historical as that sounds, since the Red Sox swept the Cardinals that year.

Yep. And the following year, the White Sox broke an 88-year curse by sweeping the Astros.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/23/16 at 6:25 pm

The Red Sox and Blue Jays are tied for 1st place in the AL East division. It looks like David Ortiz was true when he said that he wanted the Red Sox to win the World Series this year. Although, I don't really see that from happening, since they aren't that good.

Well, they are playing pretty well this year. And of course, the Baltimore Orioles are also within striking distance. Basically that AL East race is a 3-team race, although the 4th-place Yankees are still in the mix for a potential wildcard spot. (They would have to overtake the Orioles to get there, I think.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/23/16 at 6:38 pm

Well, they are playing pretty well this year. And of course, the Baltimore Orioles are also within striking distance. Basically that AL East race is a 3-team race, although the 4th-place Yankees are still in the mix for a potential wildcard spot. (They would have to overtake the Orioles to get there, I think.)

I don't see the Yankees winning that Wild Card spot, since it's probably too late. Baltimore, I could get, but it's not like they could have a chance.

Yeah, because both teams would be trying to break a curse of more than 80 years.

And either of them could win for the first time in 80 years. I could imagine either Cubs or Red Sox fans chanting on who's team is more important to win that year's World Series.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/23/16 at 10:40 pm

I don't see the Yankees winning that Wild Card spot, since it's probably too late. Baltimore, I could get, but it's not like they could have a chance.

I guess so. I was just saying it was theoretically possible at this point, but NYY would have to win several games in a row and the three teams ahead of them would need to lose a lot of games.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/23/16 at 10:43 pm

And either of them could win for the first time in 80 years. I could imagine either Cubs or Red Sox fans chanting on who's team is more important to win that year's World Series.

Yeah; it would have been 85 for the Red Sox, and 95 for the Cubs.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/24/16 at 9:42 am

I guess so. I was just saying it was theoretically possible at this point, but NYY would have to win several games in a row and the three teams ahead of them would need to lose a lot of games.

But the Yankees are in 7th place in the AL Wild Card standings. It would take a long time for them to go higher, if they could win a lot of games.

Yeah; it would have been 85 for the Red Sox, and 95 for the Cubs.

Each game would probably be dramatic, since it would be somehow important for Chicago and Boston's sports fans.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/24/16 at 11:50 am

But the Yankees are in 7th place in the AL Wild Card standings. It would take a long time for them to go higher, if they could win a lot of games.

True, even though they are five games back of the Orioles for the lower spot. Other teams in the AL Wild Card hunt include the Mariners, Tigers, and Astros.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/24/16 at 11:51 am

Each game would probably be dramatic, since it would be somehow important for Chicago and Boston's sports fans.

Very much so.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/24/16 at 11:57 am

True, even though they are five games back of the Orioles for the lower spot. Other teams in the AL Wild Card hunt include the Mariners, Tigers, and Astros.

Those teams have a better advantage to win any of the two Wild Card spots than the Yankees. They could win a few games, and then they could rise up to the Red Sox or Blue Jays.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/24/16 at 12:03 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/24/16 at 12:15 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/24/16 at 12:20 pm

So in other words, it's still the same. I'm okay with the Cardinals still being at 2nd place in the NL Wild Card standings. It still extends their playoff streak from 2011-2015.

That's true; they won the wildcard in 2011 (after that historic run from late August onward), defeated the Braves in the first-ever NL Wild Card Game in 2012, and won division titles the next three years. Mike Matheny, who began managing the team in '12, has done a fine job.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/24/16 at 12:21 pm

At least the Dodgers beat the Giants last nite, 9 to 5, to extend their lead to 2 games. Kenta Maeda outdueled Madison Bumgarner to pick up the win. Giants still have the upper NL Wild Card spot, and the Cardinals still have the lower one (having lost to the Mets). Marlins also lost (1-zip to the Royals), so there's not much change in the NL Wildcard standings.

So in other words, it's still the same. I'm okay with the Cardinals still being at 2nd place in the NL Wild Card standings. It still extends their playoff streak from 2011-2015.

Oh I forgot... one other team in the NL Wild Card hunt, the Pirates, won yesterday. They snapped a four-game losing streak by beating the Astros, with Ivan Nova (who came over from the Yankees at the "trade deadline") picking up the win and remaining unbeaten with his new team.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/24/16 at 12:32 pm

That's true; they won the wildcard in 2011 (after that historic run from late August onward), defeated the Braves in the first-ever NL Wild Card Game in 2012, and won division titles the next three years. Mike Matheny, who began managing the team in '12, has done a fine job.

I agree. Although, despite having three NL Central division titles, one NL Wild Card spot, and NL pennant, it's still a bit disappointing for them to not win a World Series. I know that not all successful MLB dynasties win every World Series they saw, and I could mention several of them who somehow went through upsets. But that's not really the case here.

Oh I forgot... one other team in the NL Wild Card hunt, the Pirates, won yesterday. They snapped a four-game losing streak by beating the Astros, with Ivan Nova (who came over from the Yankees at the "trade deadline") picking up the win and remaining unbeaten with his new team.

They are 2 1/2 games behind the Cardinals, which I doubt they would do something about winning more games, when we only have six weeks and four days until the regular season ends.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/24/16 at 12:35 pm

I agree. Although, despite having three NL Central division titles, one NL Wild Card spot, and NL pennant, it's still a bit disappointing for them to not win a World Series. I know that not all successful MLB dynasties win every World Series they saw, and I could mention several of them who somehow went through upsets. But that's not really the case here.

Of course, the Cardinals did win the World Series in 2011, as the wildcard winner.

They are 2 1/2 games behind the Cardinals, which I doubt they would do something about winning more games, when we only have six weeks and four days until the regular season ends.

The Pirates will do all they can. Since 2013 they have been an improved team, after posting a losing record for the previous 20 seasons.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/24/16 at 12:48 pm

Of course, the Cardinals did win the World Series in 2011, as the wildcard winner.

Yeah. That was one World Series that I wished I watch, even though I wasn't into MLB at the time.

The Pirates will do all they can. Since 2013 they have been an improved team, after posting a losing record for the previous 20 seasons.

Yeah. At least the Pirates aren't that terrible, since they've been doing their best from the early 90s.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/24/16 at 2:19 pm

Yeah. That was one World Series that I wished I watch, even though I wasn't into MLB at the time.

Game Six of that series might have been the most epic to watch. The Rangers were one strike away from their first-ever title in franchise history a couple times, but the Cardinals never gave up. Although other games from that series had some notable moments as well.

Yeah. At least the Pirates aren't that terrible, since they've been doing their best from the early 90s.

However, they still have yet to win a division title in the NL Central (which ain't gonna happen this year). In 1992 they were still part of the East division; the Central divisions weren't established until 1994.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/24/16 at 3:00 pm

Game Six of that series might have been the most epic to watch. The Rangers were one strike away from their first-ever title in franchise history a couple times, but the Cardinals never gave up. Although other games from that series had some notable moments as well.

That home run lead by David Freese is one of the best homers I've ever seen in MLB history. It almost had the Rangers win their first World Series title, but had the Cardinals extend the series with a Game 7.

However, they still have yet to win a division title in the NL Central (which ain't gonna happen this year). In 1992 they were still part of the East division; the Central divisions weren't established until 1994.

Well, it's been 24 years since the Pirates didn't won a division title, and that was before they went to the NL Central division in 1994.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/24/16 at 10:12 pm

Cardinals won 8-1 against the Mets today. I was so lucky to watch the game on SNY, so I could see them play against the Mets.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/25/16 at 11:05 am

Rich Hill made his first start last night as a member of the Dodgers. He did not allow any runs over 6 innings, the bullpen didn't allow any runs either, and Justin Turner solo-homered off Johnny Cueto to propel LAD to a 1-0 victory, and extend the lead in the standings to 3 games!

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/25/16 at 11:05 am

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/25/16 at 11:54 am

Elsewhere, Albert Pujols hit his 584th career home run to overtake Mark McGwire for 10th place on the all-time home run list.

Pujols and McGwire had been teammates on the Cardinals, in 2001. That was Pujols' rookie season and McGwire's final season.

Pujols was like one of the Cardinals' powerhouses in the 2000s, before he left for the Angels in 2011. The fact that he beaten McGwire's home run record is aspiring.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/25/16 at 11:57 am

Pujols was like one of the Cardinals' powerhouses in the 2000s, before he left for the Angels in 2011. The fact that he beaten McGwire's home run record is aspiring.

Yep. And in 2011, his final season with STL, he hit three home runs in one World Series game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/25/16 at 12:04 pm

Yep. And in 2011, his final season with STL, he hit three home runs in one World Series game.

That was iconic for any Cardinals fan who watched the 2011 World Series. That's what made it one of my favorite World Series of all time.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/25/16 at 9:57 pm

Cardinals won 8-1 against the Mets today. I was so lucky to watch the game on SNY, so I could see them play against the Mets.

They lost 10-6 against the Mets today. I'm assuming they'll do with the A's visiting Busch Stadium for Game 1 of their series tomorrow.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/25/16 at 11:35 pm

That was iconic for any Cardinals fan who watched the 2011 World Series. That's what made it one of my favorite World Series of all time.

That's probably one of the most memorable WSes I've watched that didn't involve my team.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/25/16 at 11:36 pm

They lost 10-6 against the Mets today. I'm assuming they'll do with the A's visiting Busch Stadium for Game 1 of their series tomorrow.

...and it looks like the Giants are trying to avert a sweep by their rivals, the Dodgers, to regain a game on the Cardinals in the wildcard race. >:(

Dodgers are gonna have their hands full this weekend when they host the Cubs, who have THE best record in MLB right now.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/26/16 at 9:05 am

...and it looks like the Giants are trying to avert a sweep by their rivals, the Dodgers, to regain a game on the Cardinals in the wildcard race. >:(

Well, at least the Cardinals are still in 2nd place at the NL Wild Card. I'm just disappointed that they lost against the Mets, since I know that they done better from Wednesday.

Dodgers are gonna have their hands full this weekend when they host the Cubs, who have THE best record in MLB right now.

Well good luck with them.

When I looked at the standings for the Giants on Google, they put the Braves as the Boston Red Caps, even though they moved out of Boston in 1953.

http://i349.photobucket.com/albums/q385/NewYorkEagle/Boston%20Red%20Caps_zpsxyrnvjgw.jpg

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/26/16 at 6:36 pm

...and it looks like the Giants are trying to avert a sweep by their rivals, the Dodgers, to regain a game on the Cardinals in the wildcard race. >:(

...and they succeeded in doing so. >:( Worse, the Dudgers got goose-egged. However, at least they were able to avert a no-hitter.

And if things couldn't get any worse for them, before yesterday's game it was announced that long-time catcher AJ Ellis was being traded to the Phillies for veteran catcher Carlos Ruiz. >:( This move has upset many Dodger fans, as A.J. was well-liked by all the fans in more ways than one. Clayton Kershaw, whom Ellis often caught, will probably be unhappy about this too once he returns to the rotation.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/26/16 at 6:38 pm

When I looked at the standings for the Giants on Google, they put the Braves as the Boston Red Caps, even though they moved out of Boston in 1953.

http://i349.photobucket.com/albums/q385/NewYorkEagle/Boston%20Red%20Caps_zpsxyrnvjgw.jpg

Yeah... wtf is up with that?? :o ??? ::)

Occasionally I've noticed obsolete names for teams on Google as well. Don't know what that's all about.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/26/16 at 7:28 pm

...and they succeeded in doing so. >:( Worse, the Dudgers got goose-egged. However, at least they were able to avert a no-hitter.

And if things couldn't get any worse for them, before yesterday's game it was announced that long-time catcher AJ Ellis was being traded to the Phillies for veteran catcher Carlos Ruiz. >:( This move has upset many Dodger fans, as A.J. was well-liked by all the fans in more ways than one. Clayton Kershaw, whom Ellis often caught, will probably be unhappy about this too once he returns to the rotation.

Well, hopefully it's not that bad since they have only a month and 6 days until the regular season ends. They'll probably clinch the division title by then.

Yeah... wtf is up with that?? :o ??? ::)

Occasionally I've noticed obsolete names for teams on Google as well. Don't know what that's all about.

This was the first time that I actually noticed this, and I thought it was really rare to see that. I don't know if it's even occasional or not.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/26/16 at 7:39 pm

Well, hopefully it's not that bad since they have only a month and 6 days until the regular season ends. They'll probably clinch the division title by then.

That is if they don't fumble down the stretch. The final series they play in the regular season (Sep 30-Oct 2) will be at San Francisco, and depending on how things go for either team before then, it could be a crucial series. If Dodgers clinch division title by then, Giants might contend for a wildcard spot (or vice-a-versa).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/26/16 at 7:40 pm

This was the first time that I actually noticed this, and I thought it was really rare to see that. I don't know if it's even occasional or not.

Yes it is rare, and perhaps occasional. One time I noticed an obsolete name for another team (I forget witch one).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/26/16 at 9:00 pm

That is if they don't fumble down the stretch. The final series they play in the regular season (Sep 30-Oct 2) will be at San Francisco, and depending on how things go for either team before then, it could be a crucial series. If Dodgers clinch division title by then, Giants might contend for a wildcard spot (or vice-a-versa).

Which could lead into a playoff series with both the Giants and Dodgers. I'm not sure if it'll be either the NLDS or NLCS. They never really done a NLDS with the Wild Card team facing the NL West division winner since 2010. But if it's either, then it'll might be like a West Coast playoff series that will get into everyone's nerves at Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/27/16 at 10:48 am

Which could lead into a playoff series with both the Giants and Dodgers. I'm not sure if it'll be either the NLDS or NLCS. They never really done a NLDS with the Wild Card team facing the NL West division winner since 2010. But if it's either, then it'll might be like a West Coast playoff series that will get into everyone's nerves at Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Probably NLCS, if they get past the Cubs. In NLDS, the Wild Card Game winner will play the top-seeded team, which right now figures to be the Cubs; and the second- and third- seeded teams will face each other in the other half. The only way they could face off in the NLDS is if one of them overtakes the Cubs for the best record, which I don't necessarily see happening right now (and Cubs would play Nationals, assuming the NL East lead holds up).

Especially since the Cubs won last night in extra innings, over the Dudgers. This, coupled with the Giants blanking the Braves in San Fran, shrinks the Dodgers' division lead back to one game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/27/16 at 11:04 am

Probably NLCS, if they get past the Cubs. In NLDS, the Wild Card Game winner will play the top-seeded team, which right now figures to be the Cubs; and the second- and third- seeded teams will face each other in the other half. The only way they could face off in the NLDS is if one of them overtakes the Cubs for the best record, which I don't necessarily see happening right now (and Cubs would play Nationals, assuming the NL East lead holds up).

Especially since the Cubs won last night in extra innings, over the Dudgers. This, coupled with the Giants blanking the Braves in San Fran, shrinks the Dodgers' division lead back to one game.

Well, if the Giants win another game, that's gonna be a problem.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/27/16 at 9:58 pm

Well, the Dodgers managed to hold on to a one-run lead this time to defeat the Cubs 3-2 this afternoon.

Right now, the Braves-Giants game is in progress, and on last check, Braves were leading 3-1 in the 6th. I hope that holds up.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/28/16 at 8:41 am

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/28/16 at 9:47 pm

The Braves won 3-1 against the Giants yesterday. So you're lucky.

Yep. Watched the last part of the game on MLB Network last night. O0 After that, the "Quick Pitch" program started up, and the Dodgers' game was first to be recapped.

Today, however, the Giants struck back in a big way, hammering the Braves 13-4. At least the Dodgers did their part, although their game remained scoreless until the 8th inning, and Kenley Jansen shut the door to nail down a 1-0 victory. So the Dodgers took two of three from the Cubbies (something that I honestly did not expect, as the Cubs have been a tough team this year).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/29/16 at 7:29 am

Yep. Watched the last part of the game on MLB Network last night. O0 After that, the "Quick Pitch" program started up, and the Dodgers' game was first to be recapped.

Today, however, the Giants struck back in a big way, hammering the Braves 13-3. At least the Dodgers did their part, although their game remained scoreless until the 8th inning, and Kenley Jansen shut the door to nail down a 1-0 victory. So the Dodgers took two of three from the Cubbies (something that I honestly did not expect, as the Cubs have been a tough team this year).

I guess it's because the Dodgers are also another tough team in the National League. Even though they don't have it as well as last year, despite not doing so good in the playoffs, thanks to the Mets beating them in the NLDS.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/29/16 at 10:30 am

I guess it's because the Dodgers are also another tough team in the National League. Even though they don't have it as well as last year, despite not doing so good in the playoffs, thanks to the Mets beating them in the NLDS.

Well, the Dodgers' one weak spot (at least right now) is their pitching, particularly in the starting rotation. Kershaw is now eligible to come off the DL (having served 60 days on the long-term DL already), but I don't know when he'll be ready. He has been working out again and feeling pretty good, which is a step in the right direction.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/29/16 at 10:36 am

Well, the Dodgers' one weak spot (at least right now) is their pitching, particularly in the starting rotation. Kershaw is now eligible to come off the DL (having served 60 days on the long-term DL already), but I don't know when he'll be ready. He has been working out again and feeling pretty good, which is a step in the right direction.

Hopefully, the Dodgers would do great. They're still leading in 1st place in the NL West, and they'll might do okay in the playoffs. I'm not sure if it would beat the chances of the Giants winning the Wild Card game in October, since that would be the fate for the Cardinals this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/29/16 at 10:42 am

Hopefully, the Dodgers would do great. They're still leading in 1st place in the NL West, and they'll might do okay in the playoffs. I'm not sure if it would beat the chances of the Giants winning the Wild Card game in October, since that would be the fate for the Cardinals this year.

At this point, it sure seems that way (for NL Wild Card Game being Giants vs Cardinals). But with five weeks to go in the regular season, things can change. The Cardinals lost again yesterday to fall 2 1/2 back of the Giants in the wildcard race (and hence still hold the lower spot). As for other teams in wildcard contention: the Marlins lost, but the Pirates won; Pirates are now half a game back of the Cardinals. Marlins are 1 1/2 back of STL; Mets are 2 1/2 back; that covers the NL teams with winning records. Rockies, who have a losing record, are 6 1/2 out, so I don't think they'll matter at this point.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/29/16 at 10:55 am

At this point, it sure seems that way (for NL Wild Card Game being Giants vs Cardinals). But with five weeks to go in the regular season, things can change. The Cardinals lost again yesterday to fall 2 1/2 back of the Giants in the wildcard race (and hence still hold the lower spot). As for other teams in wildcard contention: the Marlins lost, but the Pirates won; Pirates are now half a game back of the Cardinals. Marlins are 1 1/2 back of STL; Mets are 2 1/2 back; that covers the NL teams with winning records. Rockies, who have a losing record, are 6 1/2 out, so I don't think they'll matter at this point.

I doubt that the Mets would win one of the Wild Card spots, since they aren't really that good compared to last year. Especially when Daniel Murphy is gone, it doesn't seem to be the same. Sure, there's David Wright, Yoenis Cespedes, Steven Matz (who's now on the DL), Jose Reyes, and Matt Harvey (who's also on the DL). However, it's not like they're giving it big towards their fans. Even if I tried to root for them last year in the playoffs, up to the point where they went to the World Series for the first time in 15 years, it wasn't that great. As for the Pirates, it might happen if the Cardinals lose too much games, but I'm predicting 50/50 it wouldn't happen. I'm just hoping that this year's Wild Card game would be the Giants vs. Cardinals, where the Cardinals might win.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/29/16 at 11:00 am

I doubt that the Mets would win one of the Wild Card spots, since they aren't really that good compared to last year. Especially when Daniel Murphy is gone, it doesn't seem to be the same. Sure, there's David Wright, Yoenis Cespedes, Steven Matz (who's now on the DL), Jose Reyes, and Matt Harvey (who's also on the DL). However, it's not like they're giving it big towards their fans. Even if I tried to root for them last year in the playoffs, up to the point where they went to the World Series for the first time in 15 years, it wasn't that great. As for the Pirates, it might happen if the Cardinals lose too much games, but I'm predicting 50/50 it wouldn't happen. I'm just hoping that this year's Wild Card game would be the Giants vs. Cardinals, where the Cardinals might win.

And if it is Giants vs. Cardinals, I will root for Cardinals.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/29/16 at 11:02 am

And if it is Giants vs. Cardinals, I will root for Cardinals.

I better hope they go to the NLCS, since I want them to go to the World Series this year. It might not be as grateful as the Red Sox, since David Ortiz wanted the team to win the WS this year for his last season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/29/16 at 11:06 am

I better hope they go to the NLCS, since I want them to go to the World Series this year. It might not be as grateful as the Red Sox, since David Ortiz wanted the team to win the WS this year for his last season.

Well, Ortiz got to help the Sox win it in 2004, 2007, and 2013 (the last of which, he was MVP). Also, he hit his 534th career home run yesterday to tie Jimmie Foxx for 18th place on the all time list. Two more and he ties Mickey Mantle for 17th place.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/29/16 at 11:15 am

Well, Ortiz got to help the Sox win it in 2004, 2007, and 2013 (the last of which, he was MVP). Also, he hit his 534th career home run yesterday to tie Jimmie Foxx for 18th place on the all time list. Two more and he ties Mickey Mantle for 17th place.

That is true. Usually, he gets to help the Red Sox whenever they're doing so well in the playoffs. This might be well for the Red Sox this year, although I'm not entirely sure if they go all the way to the World Series this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/29/16 at 12:09 pm

That is true. Usually, he gets to help the Red Sox whenever they're doing so well in the playoffs. This might be well for the Red Sox this year, although I'm not entirely sure if they go all the way to the World Series this year.

Nope. Can't be sure at this point. Of course, they still currently hold the upper AL wildcard spot, while Toronto holds the AL East division lead right now. Sox could still overtake the Jays, though. Anything's possible.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/29/16 at 2:12 pm

Nope. Can't be sure at this point. Of course, they still currently hold the upper AL wildcard spot, while Toronto holds the AL East division lead right now. Sox could still overtake the Jays, though. Anything's possible.

Well yeah. But it's best to have them as the leading Wild Card team for now.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/29/16 at 5:26 pm

Well yeah. But it's best to have them as the leading Wild Card team for now.

Sure. I'm fine with them in that spot.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/30/16 at 7:09 pm

Considering I never said anything about MLB a lot today, here are some things.

Cardinals won 6-5 against the Brewers yesterday, giving them their second last win on August.
Giants won 13-4 against the Braves, even though it doesn't really change anything in their standings. They are still the leading Wild Card team in the NL.
Dodgers lost 8-1 against the Rockies, but they're still in 1st place on the NL West.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/30/16 at 7:10 pm

Sure. I'm fine with them in that spot.

Same with me. I don't know if they're going to lead the AL East, even though they're two games behind the Blue Jays.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/30/16 at 8:27 pm

Same with me. I don't know if they're going to lead the AL East, even though they're two games behind the Blue Jays.

Like I said before, anything can happen. Any of them are fine with me.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/30/16 at 8:29 pm

Like I said before, anything can happen. Any of them are fine with me.

Well yeah. I'm not tending to have the Red Sox, Orioles, or even the Blue Jays to be the favorite towards the playoffs this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/30/16 at 8:29 pm

Dodgers lost 8-1 against the Rockies, but they're still in 1st place on the NL West.

Yeah, they were shut down for 8 innings, but they finally broke through in the ninth. Then they were out of chances.

Today's game, on last check, was being delayed by rain. If they can't play it tonight, then they can either do a doubleheader tomorrow, or make it up on Thursday. (Neither team has a scheduled game that day, so it's open.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/30/16 at 8:30 pm

Well yeah. I'm not tending to have the Red Sox, Orioles, or even the Blue Jays to be the favorite towards the playoffs this year.

...and last year I was glad to see the Blue Jays reach the postseason for the first time this millennium. O0

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/30/16 at 8:36 pm

Yeah, they were shut down for 8 innings, but they finally broke through in the ninth. Then they were out of chances.

Today's game, on last check, was being delayed by rain. If they can't play it tonight, then they can either do a doubleheader tomorrow, or make it up on Thursday. (Neither team has a scheduled game that day, so it's open.)

Well, it's just a rain delay. And considering they're playing it at Colorado, it's not too late.

...and last year I was glad to see the Blue Jays reach the postseason for the first time this millennium. O0

Same with me. I wanted to see the Blue Jays last year, since it was really cool to see them play for the playoffs since they haven't won any prior to 1993.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/30/16 at 8:42 pm

Well, it's just a rain delay. And considering they're playing it at Colorado, it's not too late.

I've been keeping tabs on it; in fact, I just checked the scoreboard online not too long ago and it still said "Delayed."

Same with me. I wanted to see the Blue Jays last year, since it was really cool to see them play for the playoffs since they haven't won any prior to 1993.

I thought so too. They'd gone the longest of any team without reaching the postseason, entering last year.

Now the Seattle Mariners are the team whose last postseason appearance was the longest ago (2001, when they won 116 games).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/30/16 at 9:26 pm

I've been keeping tabs on it; in fact, I just checked the scoreboard online not too long ago and it still said "Delayed."

They could still play it tonight, or they could have as a doubleheader tomorrow. I'm not really sure if they could do that, since MLB doesn't do a lot of doubleheaders nowadays.

Now the Seattle Mariners are the team whose last postseason appearance was the longest ago (2001, when they won 116 games).

Yeah, but the Mariners are already going through a dark age, since they didn't have a lot of good players after 2001.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/31/16 at 11:45 am

They could still play it tonight, or they could have as a doubleheader tomorrow. I'm not really sure if they could do that, since MLB doesn't do a lot of doubleheaders nowadays.

Yep - it's gonna be a doubleheader today. Usually they resort to doubleheaders when a game gets rained (or snowed, whatever the case may be) out. There hasn't been a scheduled doubleheader (that is, the schedule was planned that way before the start of the season) in MLB since the late 80's, I don't think. The last pre-scheduled doubleheader I can remember, involving the Dodgers, was in September 1987, when Pope John Paul II came to Los Angeles to celebrate a special event at the stadium on the 16th; the Dodgers played a doubleheader with the Cincinnati Reds the next day.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/31/16 at 11:48 am

Yeah, but the Mariners are already going through a dark age, since they didn't have a lot of good players after 2001.

That was the year that Ichiro Suzuki made his MLB debut. He remained with the team for 11 more years after that (he was traded to NYY during the 2012 season), but other than him, I don't remember too many star players who were with the team from 2002 onward...except for Felix Hernandez, who debuted in 2005 at age 19 and is still with the team today.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/31/16 at 11:48 am

Oh...and even though the Dodgers didn't play yesterday, due to their game being rained out, they regained half a game on the Giants, who lost to the Dbacks 4-3.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/31/16 at 11:52 am

Yep - it's gonna be a doubleheader today. Usually they resort to doubleheaders when a game gets rained (or snowed, whatever the case may be) out. There hasn't been a scheduled doubleheader (that is, the schedule was planned that way before the start of the season) in MLB since the late 80's, I don't think. The last pre-scheduled doubleheader I can remember, involving the Dodgers, was in September 1987, when Pope John Paul II came to Los Angeles to celebrate a special event at the stadium on the 16th; the Dodgers played a doubleheader with the Cincinnati Reds the next day.

I tend to think doubleheaders were more of a early-mid 20th century thing for Major League Baseball. There wasn't a lot of doubleheaders since the 90s, and it only happens when there isn't a lot of games during any team's regular season.

Oh...and even though the Dodgers didn't play yesterday, due to their game being rained out, they regained half a game on the Giants, who lost to the Dbacks 4-3.

Well okay.

That was the year that Ichiro Suzuki made his MLB debut. He remained with the team for 11 more years after that (he was traded to NYY during the 2012 season), but other than him, I don't remember too many star players who were with the team from 2002 onward...except for Felix Hernandez, who debuted in 2005 at age 19 and is still with the team today.

Well that's why the Mariners are in a playoff drought, since they never seemed to go to the playoffs for a long time.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/31/16 at 11:53 am

I tend to think doubleheaders were more of a early-mid 20th century thing for Major League Baseball. There wasn't a lot of doubleheaders since the 90s, and it only happens when there isn't a lot of games during any team's regular season.

Yeah, they were.

On a related note, the Dodgers haven't had any rained-out home games since April 17th 2000, against the Houston Astros. The teams made up that game later in the season, on a day when both teams were scheduled to be idle.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/31/16 at 12:45 pm

Yeah, they were.

On a related note, the Dodgers haven't had any rained-out home games since April 17th 2000, against the Houston Astros. The teams made up that game later in the season, on a day when both teams were scheduled to be idle.

Well, you could probably thank the idle days for giving them that game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/31/16 at 12:58 pm

Well, you could probably thank the idle days for giving them that game.

Yep, often times a game will be made up on a day that both teams have idle.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/31/16 at 1:01 pm

Yep, often times a game will be made up on a day that both teams have idle.

It could probably be there around late September.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/31/16 at 1:03 pm

It could probably be there around late September.

That often helps if the teams meet again in the same stadium late in the season. Especially if one and/or the other is involved in a playoff race.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/31/16 at 1:21 pm

That often helps if the teams meet again in the same stadium late in the season. Especially if one and/or the other is involved in a playoff race.

I guess that makes sense. The Dodgers are already predicted to clinch the NL West this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/31/16 at 1:33 pm

I guess that makes sense. The Dodgers are already predicted to clinch the NL West this year.

I hope they do. If not, then they'll probably get a wildcard.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 08/31/16 at 1:39 pm

I hope they do. If not, then they'll probably get a wildcard.

I'm sincerely hoping that the Dodgers might win the NL West title this year. There's not a lot of games that the Giants could win, since we only have a month left until the regular season ends.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 08/31/16 at 10:11 pm

I'm sincerely hoping that the Dodgers might win the NL West title this year. There's not a lot of games that the Giants could win, since we only have a month left until the regular season ends.

Yep, time is sure moving quickly!

Today it looks like the Dodgers are going to be swept in their doubleheader in Coloradio. :( For some reason their offense is going silent again.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/01/16 at 8:30 am

Yep, time is sure moving quickly!

Today it looks like the Dodgers are going to be swept in their doubleheader in Coloradio. :( For some reason their offense is going silent again.

They won 10-8 against the Rockies in their second game of the doubleheader, though.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/01/16 at 6:19 pm

They won 10-8 against the Rockies in their second game of the doubleheader, though.

Yes, I found that out this morning, after I got up. What a surprise! :D Apparently, Andrew Toles hit a grand slam in the 9th to give LAD the lead!

Kinda makes me wish I'd stayed up later to watch the highlights on Quick Pitch.

Still, I'm glad they won, to keep a 1 1/2 game lead over the Giants, rather than fall back to a half game. Giants begin a four-game series in Wrigley Field today, against the team with the best record in MLB. Go Cubbies!!

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/01/16 at 6:44 pm

Yes, I found that out this morning, after I got up. What a surprise! :D Apparently, Andrew Toles hit a grand slam in the 9th to give LAD the lead!

Kinda makes me wish I'd stayed up later to watch the highlights on Quick Pitch.

Still, I'm glad they won, to keep a 1 1/2 game lead over the Giants, rather than fall back to a half game. Giants begin a four-game series in Wrigley Field today, against the team with the best record in MLB. Go Cubbies!!

If they sweep the Giants, then that would probably make them a favorite in the playoffs this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/01/16 at 6:47 pm

If they sweep the Giants, then that would probably make them a favorite in the playoffs this year.

They've already been a favorite in the NL Central this year. I hope they sweep the Giants. Not just because I want them to go to the playoffs and do well, but because I hope for the Giants to sink lower. (With apologies to any Gints fans on here.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/01/16 at 6:54 pm

They've already been a favorite in the NL Central this year. I hope they sweep the Giants. Not just because I want them to go to the playoffs and do well, but because I hope for the Giants to sink lower. (With apologies to any Gints fans on here.)

So... do you want the Cubs to be in the World Series for the first time in 71 years? That seems like enough for the Cubs, unless they do the impossible for themselves. By which I mean, winning the World Series.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/01/16 at 8:34 pm

So... do you want the Cubs to be in the World Series for the first time in 71 years? That seems like enough for the Cubs, unless they do the impossible for themselves. By which I mean, winning the World Series.

Personally, I'd love to see them get there. After all, they've gone the longest of any team without getting there.

Of course, if the NLCS should come down to Cubs vs Dodgers, then of course I'll cheer on the Dodgers... but I don't think it's gonna necessarily happen for them.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/01/16 at 8:50 pm

Personally, I'd love to see them get there. After all, they've gone the longest of any team without getting there.

Yeah, I agree. But if it's the Red Sox vs. Cubs, then that would be fierce. If the Cubs win, then the Red Sox would lose the World Series for the first time since 1986. If the Red Sox win, then they would get their fourth WS championship ever since 2004.

Of course, if the NLCS should come down to Cubs vs Dodgers, then of course I'll cheer on the Dodgers... but I don't think it's gonna necessarily happen for them.

If it's the Cubs vs. Dodgers on the NLCS, then that would probably be heartbreaking for either Los Angeles or Chicago if either of them lose. Yet again, it's more sad to see the Cubs not only did it not have a WS appearance since 1945, but they also didn't win a WS title since 1908. Literally anybody who has saw the Cubs in the 1908 WS were dead for a very long time.

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Written By: nally on 09/02/16 at 11:34 am

Yeah, I agree. But if it's the Red Sox vs. Cubs, then that would be fierce. If the Cubs win, then the Red Sox would lose the World Series for the first time since 1986. If the Red Sox win, then they would get their fourth WS championship ever since 2004.

If it's the Cubs vs. Dodgers on the NLCS, then that would probably be heartbreaking for either Los Angeles or Chicago if either of them lose. Yet again, it's more sad to see the Cubs not only did it not have a WS appearance since 1945, but they also didn't win a WS title since 1908. Literally anybody who has saw the Cubs in the 1908 WS were dead for a very long time.

I would have liked to see Red Sox vs. Cubs in 2003, as they were both in position to get there that year -- and that would mean one of those team would break a very long curse -- but neither of them did, as they couldn't hang on and win their respective LCSes.

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Written By: nally on 09/02/16 at 11:35 am

Cubs beat Giants last nite. O0

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/02/16 at 11:57 am

I would have liked to see Red Sox vs. Cubs in 2003, as they were both in position to get there that year -- and that would mean one of those team would break a very long curse -- but neither of them did, as they couldn't hang on and win their respective LCSes.

You know, as much as I would somehow fantasize on the Red Sox going against the Cubs in the 2003 World Series, that would be shocking to a lot of people around the U.S. For one thing, the Sox didn't really get a WS title for 85 years at the time, while the Cubs didn't have one for 95 years. Yet again, the 2003 ALCS and NLCS were both shocking to everybody. Aaron Boone hitting that walk off home run for the Yankees is the equivalent of Steve Bartman (the Cubs fan) catching that supposed foul ball in Game 6 of the 2003 NLCS. It would've been very historical if it was the opposite.

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Written By: nally on 09/02/16 at 12:46 pm

You know, as much as I would somehow fantasize on the Red Sox going against the Cubs in the 2003 World Series, that would be shocking to a lot of people around the U.S. For one thing, the Sox didn't really get a WS title for 85 years at the time, while the Cubs didn't have one for 95 years. Yet again, the 2003 ALCS and NLCS were both shocking to everybody. Aaron Boone hitting that walk off home run for the Yankees is the equivalent of Steve Bartman (the Cubs fan) catching that supposed foul ball in Game 6 of the 2003 NLCS. It would've been very historical if it was the opposite.

Yeah...the Bartman incident is what turned things in the opposite direction for the Cubs, and a series of events turned things the other way for the Sox (including several base hits for the NYY). Of course, Aaron Boone's walkoff home run is what sent the Yankees to the WS.

Sometimes you wonder what might have happened if these little quirks didn't occur. :-\\

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/02/16 at 1:00 pm

Yeah...the Bartman incident is what turned things in the opposite direction for the Cubs, and a series of events turned things the other way for the Sox (including several base hits for the NYY). Of course, Aaron Boone's walkoff home run is what sent the Yankees to the WS.

Sometimes you wonder what might have happened if these little quirks didn't occur. :-\\

Both the 2003 ALCS and NLCS seem to be huge upsets. I'm not thinking that the Red Sox and Cubs are supposed to go to the World Series that year, since the Yankees were somehow a favorite towards the AL playoffs. Their regular season that year was a bit intense, especially when they swept the Mets during the 2003 Subway Series. My dad (an avid Mets fan) seems to remember that one when I was somehow into baseball around 2012.

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Written By: nally on 09/03/16 at 11:34 am

Cubs beat Giants last nite. O0

...but the Dodgers couldn't capitalize on the Giants' loss. :-\\ Not even with Puig back on the major league roster (not that that would matter; just sayin').

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/03/16 at 11:46 am

...but the Dodgers couldn't capitalize on the Giants' loss. :-\\ Not even with Puig back on the major league roster (not that that would matter; just sayin').

They're still in 1st place though.

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Written By: nally on 09/03/16 at 2:36 pm

They're still in 1st place though.

That's right. By two games, heading into play today.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/03/16 at 2:46 pm

That's right. By two games, heading into play today.

Against the Padres, I might add.

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Written By: nally on 09/03/16 at 6:26 pm

Against the Padres, I might add.

A team that is tied with the Dbacks for last place in the NL West.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/03/16 at 8:15 pm

A team that is tied with the Dbacks for last place in the NL West.

Yeah. But I don't really care for teams that tend to be in last place. It serves no benefits to them during the regular season.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/03/16 at 8:16 pm

Also, the Cardinals lost 9-1 against the Reds. This may lead to them fading away from their Wild Card spot.

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Written By: nally on 09/03/16 at 11:40 pm

Yeah. But I don't really care for teams that tend to be in last place. It serves no benefits to them during the regular season.

I know. But for a last place team to beat a first place team, that doesn't say a whole lot. (Except maybe that the lower team shows signs of life.) Still, it happens.

At least the Dodgers struck back tonight against the Padres, 5-1, to remain two games up on the Jints.

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Written By: nally on 09/03/16 at 11:42 pm

Also, the Cardinals lost 9-1 against the Reds. This may lead to them fading away from their Wild Card spot.

Yeah, they've been sinking away from the Giants in that race. And to think they were only half a game apart not too long ago. :o

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/04/16 at 8:46 am

Yeah, they've been sinking away from the Giants in that race. And to think they were only half a game apart not too long ago. :o

They seem to be less credible towards the Wild Card standings. It's not like I'm that determined to see the Cardinals win a Wild Card spot this year, since they aren't doing that much throughout the regular season.

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Written By: nally on 09/04/16 at 5:06 pm

They seem to be less credible towards the Wild Card standings. It's not like I'm that determined to see the Cardinals win a Wild Card spot this year, since they aren't doing that much throughout the regular season.

Well they were doing fairly well for the last couple months, but now that power is probably diminishing. :-\\

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Written By: nally on 09/04/16 at 5:08 pm

Oh, and Albert Pujols hit two home runs in yesterday's game to overtake Frank Robinson for sole possession of 9th place on the all time list. The next player for him to pass is Sammy Sosa (609).

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/04/16 at 5:11 pm

Well they were doing fairly well for the last couple months, but now that power is probably diminishing. :-\\

They seem to be doing mediocre throughout this month, even though we're only in 4 days. But I'm not sure if it's going to lead them to a playoff berth, let alone a Wild Card spot. I mean, if they don't clinch anything, I don't really mind. They haven't really won anything aside from division titles during their reign from 2011-2015. Although, they did won today against the Reds.

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Written By: nally on 09/04/16 at 5:12 pm

They seem to be doing mediocre throughout this month, even though we're only in 4 days. But I'm not sure if it's going to lead them to a playoff berth, let alone a Wild Card spot. I mean, if they don't clinch anything, I don't really mind. They haven't really won anything aside from division titles during their reign from 2011-2015. Although, they did won today against the Reds.

So they averted a sweep; good for them. O0 They've still got that lower (second) spot.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/04/16 at 5:15 pm

Oh, and Albert Pujols hit two home runs in yesterday's game to overtake Frank Robinson for sole possession of 9th place on the all time list. The next player for him to pass is Sammy Sosa (609).

Well, that's alright. It's nice that he's at least the current home run leader for MLB.

So they averted a sweep; good for them. O0 They've still got that lower (second) spot.

Well yeah. But they still have competition with the Mets, which I have no excitement for. If the Mets take their Wild Card spot, then it's okay for them.

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Written By: nally on 09/04/16 at 5:16 pm

If they sweep the Giants, then that would probably make them a favorite in the playoffs this year.

A sweep is not going to happen, since the Giants won yesterday... and today's game is currently in the 12th inning with a 2-2 tie.

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Written By: nally on 09/04/16 at 5:17 pm

Well, that's alright. It's nice that he's at least the current home run leader for MLB.

Well yeah. But they still have competition with the Mets, which I have no excitement for. If the Mets take their Wild Card spot, then it's okay for them.

And if the Mets do beat the Cardinals for the lower NL Wild Card, then I will root for them to beat the Giants in the Wild Card Game.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/04/16 at 5:26 pm

And if the Mets do beat the Cardinals for the lower NL Wild Card, then I will root for them to beat the Giants in the Wild Card Game.

That would be a nice repeat for them. Although, they seem to have a weaker batting structure compared to last year's, since Daniel Murphy was in the team.

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Written By: nally on 09/04/16 at 5:29 pm

That would be a nice repeat for them. Although, they seem to have a weaker batting structure compared to last year's, since Daniel Murphy was in the team.

Of course, if the Mets do win the NL Wild Card Game, then they would once again battle the Cubs, this time in the NLDS.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/04/16 at 5:33 pm

Of course, if the Mets do win the NL Wild Card Game, then they would once again battle the Cubs, this time in the NLDS.

Yeah, but I'm not sure about them winning the NLDS this year. The Cubs are pretty intense this year, especially with an 87-48 record (as of this post). This year might be the year if the Cubs might win a chance to go to the World Series for the first time in the 21st century.

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Written By: nally on 09/04/16 at 5:34 pm

Yeah, but I'm not sure about them winning the NLDS this year. The Cubs are pretty intense this year, especially with an 87-48 record (as of this post).

And their game has moved on to the 13th inning.

This year might be the year if the Cubs might win a chance to go to the World Series for the first time in the 21st century.

Exactly as I've been thinking.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/04/16 at 5:39 pm

And their game has moved on to the 13th inning.

It's now going to the bottom of the 13th.

Exactly as I've been thinking.

If the Cubs might do well in the playoffs, then I would probably root for him if the Mets or Cardinals don't have any success this year.

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Written By: nally on 09/04/16 at 5:41 pm

And there is another game in extra innings right now: White Sox at Twins, although the Sox seem to have broken the tie in the 12th.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/04/16 at 5:42 pm

And there is another game in extra innings right now: White Sox at Twins, although the Sox seem to have broken the tie in the 12th.

From what I'm seeing, the White Sox might win the game 13-11. As for the Cubs, they might do something during the inning.

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Written By: nally on 09/04/16 at 5:43 pm

From what I'm seeing, the White Sox might win the game 13-11. As for the Cubs, they might do something during the inning.

cool. I just have the current scores open in another tab, also keeping an eye on the Dodgers game.

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Written By: nally on 09/04/16 at 5:46 pm

cool. I just have the current scores open in another tab, also keeping an eye on the Dodgers game.

...and speaking of the Dodgers, it was announced this past Friday that all fans in the greater Los Angeles area would be able to view the final two weekend serieses of the regular season on broadcast tv. Let me explain: The Dodgers' final three home games, September 23-25, in which they will host the Rockies; and their final three road games, September 30-October 2, when they visit the Giants, will all be shown on KTLA-5, a broadcast station in L.A. In addition, Vin Scully will be calling all of them as he prepares to retire; this is his 67th and final season behind the microphone.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/04/16 at 5:52 pm

cool. I just have the current scores open in another tab, also keeping an eye on the Dodgers game.

The Cubs won 3-2, making their record 88-48 as of this post.

...and speaking of the Dodgers, it was announced this past Friday that all fans in the greater Los Angeles area would be able to view the final two weekend serieses of the regular season on broadcast tv. Let me explain: The Dodgers' final three home games, September 23-25, in which they will host the Rockies; and their final three road games, September 30-October 2, when they visit the Giants, will all be shown on KTLA-5, a broadcast station in L.A. In addition, Vin Scully will be calling all of them as he prepares to retire; this is his 67th and final season behind the microphone.

Well, that's nice. Hopefully that would praise Dodgers fans who don't have Time Warner Cable in their households.

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Written By: nally on 09/04/16 at 5:55 pm

The Cubs won 3-2, making their record 88-48 as of this post.

YES!!! :) :D 8) O0 http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/02/beerchug.gif

Now if the Dodgers can hang on and win over the Padres, they'll increase their lead again.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/04/16 at 6:01 pm

YES!!! :) :D 8) O0 http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/02/beerchug.gif

Now if the Dodgers can hang on and win over the Padres, they'll increase their lead again.

I'm more interested into seeing the Cubs go over the Giants, if they win the Wild Card game. Not that I want the Giants to be the Wild Card champion this year, but if it happens, then I'll root for the Cubs no matter what. Even if I didn't really like them ever since I was into baseball around 2012, I would give them hope for the playoffs this year.

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Written By: nally on 09/04/16 at 11:36 pm

YES!!! :) :D 8) O0 http://www.inthe00s.com/smile/02/beerchug.gif

Now if the Dodgers can hang on and win over the Padres, they'll increase their lead again.

Final score was 7 to 4, Dodgers win. Jose DeLeon, the 15th man that the Dodgers have used as a starter this year, pitched 6 innings to earn the win; he struck out 9 and didn't walk anybody.

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Written By: nally on 09/04/16 at 11:40 pm

I'm more interested into seeing the Cubs go over the Giants, if they win the Wild Card game. Not that I want the Giants to be the Wild Card champion this year, but if it happens, then I'll root for the Cubs no matter what. Even if I didn't really like them ever since I was into baseball around 2012, I would give them hope for the playoffs this year.

I understand. I don't want the Giants to be the NL Wild Card champion this year either. If they are, then I hope the Cubs make mincemeat of them in the NLDS.
Tonight on MLB Network's Quick Pitch, their game was the first to be reviewed; Heidi Watney even mentioned that this may be a potential playoff preview.

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Written By: nally on 09/04/16 at 11:41 pm

One other bit of good news for the Dodgers... Clayton Kershaw is going to be activated this week, and will start this Friday against the Marlins in Miami (assuming there are no setbacks between now and then).

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/05/16 at 7:07 am

I understand. I don't want the Giants to be the NL Wild Card champion this year either. If they are, then I hope the Cubs make mincemeat of them in the NLDS.
Tonight on MLB Network's Quick Pitch, their game was the first to be reviewed; Heidi Watney even mentioned that this may be a potential playoff preview.

I don't think the Giants have any potential of winning the NLDS with the Cubs, since they aren't that favorable towards the National League this year.

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Written By: nally on 09/05/16 at 12:55 pm

I don't think the Giants have any potential of winning the NLDS with the Cubs, since they aren't that favorable towards the National League this year.

Agreed. Especially since they've lost more games than they've won since the All Star Break.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/05/16 at 1:10 pm

Agreed. Especially since they've lost more games than they've won since the All Star Break.

They have an awful record with MLB since the All-Star Break. As of this post, they have an 15-30 record ever since July 15.

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Written By: nally on 09/06/16 at 6:14 pm

Dodgers gave their former teammate Zack Greinke a bad time last nite, winning 10-2; this came after the Giants were goose-egged in Colorado, 6-nothing. So now their NL West lead is 4 games!

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/06/16 at 6:24 pm

Dodgers gave their former teammate Zack Greinke a bad time last nite, winning 10-2; this came after the Giants were goose-egged in Colorado, 6-nothing. So now their NL West lead is 4 games!

The Cubs won against the Brewers, 7-2, in their first game of the series.

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Written By: nally on 09/06/16 at 6:27 pm

The Cubs won against the Brewers, 7-2, in their first game of the series.

I saw that too. (Not the game, but the result of it, as well as highlights on Quick Pitch.)

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/06/16 at 6:34 pm

I saw that too. (Not the game, but the result of it, as well as highlights on Quick Pitch.)

Which makes their record 89-48. They'll probably win about 110 games at the end of the season. I'm not sure.

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Written By: nally on 09/06/16 at 6:36 pm

Which makes their record 90-48. They'll probably win about 110 games at the end of the season. I'm not sure.

Actually it was their 89th win... but if they win tonight then it'll be their 90th! :D

I think they're gonna hit the century mark in the win column, for sure.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/06/16 at 7:02 pm

Actually it was their 89th win... but if they win tonight then it'll be their 90th! :D

I think they're gonna hit the century mark in the win column, for sure.

Sorry, I thought they won that much games. So I kinda exaggerated on their win and loss record when I looked at it.

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Written By: nally on 09/07/16 at 11:53 am

Sorry, I thought they won that much games. So I kinda exaggerated on their win and loss record when I looked at it.

No worries. Sometimes I tend to do that as well.

Their 90th win will have to wait, as the Brewers struck back in yesterday's game.

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Written By: nally on 09/07/16 at 11:54 am

Dodgers won again... but the Giants also won, which means that LAD still leads SF by 4 games.

Giants also are still clinging to the top wildcard spot in the NL by half a game. (Cardinals also won.)

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/07/16 at 11:58 am

No worries. Sometimes I tend to do that as well.

Their 90th win will have to wait, as the Brewers struck back in yesterday's game.

Eh. The Cubs could've done better, but 89 wins seem really great for a team like them. They did had a 97-65 record last year, which led them to go to the playoffs up until the Mets swept them in the NLCS. Although, they have a better chance of going to the NLCS, since they have great defense (pitching) and offense (fielding/hitting).

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Written By: nally on 09/07/16 at 12:01 pm

Eh. The Cubs could've done better, but 89 wins seem really great for a team like them. They did had a 97-65 record last year, which led them to go to the playoffs up until the Mets swept them in the NLCS. Although, they have a better chance of going to the NLCS, since they have great defense (pitching) and offense (fielding/hitting).

They sure do. O0

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/07/16 at 12:05 pm

They sure do. O0

The Cubs might win today. They have better offense and defense than the Brewers for this season.

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Written By: nally on 09/07/16 at 11:32 pm

The Cubs might win today. They have better offense and defense than the Brewers for this season.

Maybe so, but in the 9th inning the Cubs were down by a run, and Brewers outfielder Keon Broxton made a great leaping catch to rob Anthony Rizzo of a potential game-tying home run. So they came up short; oh well. :-\\

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/08/16 at 5:20 am

Maybe so, but in the 9th inning the Cubs were down by a run, and Brewers outfielder Keon Broxton made a great leaping catch to rob Anthony Rizzo of a potential game-tying home run. So they came up short; oh well. :-\\

From the Cardinals' loss, their magic number did went down to single digits. It might be a sign that they could clinch their division soon.

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Written By: nally on 09/08/16 at 6:32 pm

From the Cardinals' loss, their magic number did went down to single digits. It might be a sign that they could clinch their division soon.

Yeah, that's very possible.

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Written By: nally on 09/08/16 at 6:33 pm

Neither the Dodgers nor the Giants play today, so that's one (or two) less thing(s) for me to be concerned about today.

But the division lead is now up to 5 for the Dodgers!! The Rockies rallied to beat the Giants in the bottom of the 9th in yesterday's game, and the Dodgers capitalized on that by completing a sweep of the Arizona Dbacks!

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/08/16 at 7:30 pm

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Written By: nally on 09/08/16 at 7:32 pm

Neither the Cubs and Mets are playing today. But luckily, the Mets might take their lead after the Cardinals lose against the Brewers.

Yes, the Mets have been on a climb as of late. I'd like to see them overtake the Giants, personally. (But like you said, they'll overtake the Cardinals if that team hangs on to lose.)

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/08/16 at 9:27 pm

Yes, the Mets have been on a climb as of late. I'd like to see them overtake the Giants, personally. (But like you said, they'll overtake the Cardinals if that team hangs on to lose.)

The Cardinals might lose tonight's name, since they're down 12-4 in the bottom of the 9th.

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Written By: nally on 09/09/16 at 11:09 am

The Cardinals might lose tonight's name, since they're down 12-4 in the bottom of the 9th.

And they did indeed; final score was 12-5.

So the Mets take over the lower wildcard spot, and trail the Giants by half a game for the upper one.

In fact, here's how the race shapes up now:
Giants 74-65 (+0.5)
Mets 74-66
Cardinals 73-66 (-0.5)

The Pirates are next, at 69-69 (4 games back of Mets for the lower spot), but the above three teams are in a tight race at the moment, as you can see. Only half a game separates each pair of neighboring teams!

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/09/16 at 2:23 pm

And they did indeed; final score was 12-5.

So the Mets take over the lower wildcard spot, and trail the Giants by half a game for the upper one.

In fact, here's how the race shapes up now:
Giants 74-65 (+0.5)
Mets 74-66
Cardinals 73-66 (-0.5)

The Pirates are next, at 69-69 (4 games back of Mets for the lower spot), but the above three teams are in a tight race at the moment, as you can see. Only half a game separates each pair of neighboring teams!

It's not determined that the Mets would win one of the Wild Card spots, but I'm hoping that the Mets or Cardinals could take one of them. I don't know what to say about the Mets this year, since they had a dramatic playoff run last year. But it's for the best.

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Written By: nally on 09/09/16 at 5:28 pm

It's not determined that the Mets would win one of the Wild Card spots, but I'm hoping that the Mets or Cardinals could take one of them. I don't know what to say about the Mets this year, since they had a dramatic playoff run last year. But it's for the best.

Of course. Nothing is a foregone conclusion as of yet. The NL Wild Card spots are both up for grabs right now. I just know that personally I'd rather see the Mets in one of the spots than the Giants.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/09/16 at 6:29 pm

Of course. Nothing is a foregone conclusion as of yet. The NL Wild Card spots are both up for grabs right now. I just know that personally I'd rather see the Mets in one of the spots than the Giants.

Well it's certain that the Giants might win the Wild Card spot this year, since they went to the playoffs for every even numbered year in this decade. As for the Mets, I think they're trying to rise up, so they could reach the World Series again.

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Written By: nally on 09/09/16 at 7:14 pm

Well it's certain that the Giants might win the Wild Card spot this year, since they went to the playoffs for every even numbered year in this decade. As for the Mets, I think they're trying to rise up, so they could reach the World Series again.

Yeah, it's been "certain" all year (due to this being an even numbered year), but they've been faltering since play resumed after the All Star Break. And if they do get a wildcard spot, I will root for whichever team plays them in the NL Wild Card Game. As for the Mets, or whichever team wins the NL Wild Card Game, they would likely have to get past the Cubs in the NLDS in order to have a crack at advancing.

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Written By: nally on 09/09/16 at 7:15 pm

Update... Kershaw must not be back to his normal self, as the Dodgers are already trailing the Marlins 2-zip in the 4th inning. :o

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Written By: nally on 09/09/16 at 8:02 pm

Update... Kershaw must not be back to his normal self, as the Dodgers are already trailing the Marlins 2-zip in the 4th inning. :o

Oh no, now it's 4 to nothing Marlins in the 5th! :o :-[

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/09/16 at 8:17 pm

Oh no, now it's 4 to nothing Marlins in the 5th! :o :-[

The Mets are losing 4-0 against the Braves, while the Cardinals are winning 4-3 against the Brewers. It looks like the Cardinals are trying to reach back to their spot in the Wild Card standings.

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Written By: nally on 09/10/16 at 11:06 am

Oh no, now it's 4 to nothing Marlins in the 5th! :o :-[

Final score was 4 to 1. Dodgers scrambled for one run in the 9th. Curtain Clayshaw only went three innings.

Oh, and those darn Giants beat the Dbacks in extra innings. So the division lead is back down to 4 games.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/10/16 at 11:43 am

Final score was 4 to 1. Dodgers scrambled for one run in the 9th. Curtain Clayshaw only went three innings.

Oh, and those darn Giants beat the Dbacks in extra innings. So the division lead is back down to 4 games.

At least the Mets won 6-4 against the Braves last night.

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Written By: nally on 09/10/16 at 11:46 am

At least the Mets won 6-4 against the Braves last night.

Yep. So the Mets have overtaken the Cardinals for the lower NL Wild Card spot.

Had the Giants lost, they would have dropped to a tie with the Cardinals for that lower spot. Instead, they still hold the upper one by half a game.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/10/16 at 11:56 am

Yep. So the Mets have overtaken the Cardinals for the lower NL Wild Card spot.

They've already done that since Thursday.

Had the Giants lost, they would have dropped to a tie with the Cardinals for that lower spot. Instead, they still hold the upper one by half a game.

Well, they are trying to reach to the other Wild Card spot, thanks to their win against the Brewers yesterday.

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Written By: nally on 09/10/16 at 12:46 pm

They've already done that since Thursday.

Ah yes, that's right. And all three teams won yesterday.

Well, they are trying to reach to the other Wild Card spot, thanks to their win against the Brewers yesterday.

And if they win again today, then they'll have a chance; that is, if the Giants and/or Mets lose.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/10/16 at 1:25 pm

And if they win again today, then they'll have a chance; that is, if the Giants and/or Mets lose.

Yeah. But I don't think the Giants won't stand a chance on losing some games in the last few months, especially on a even-numbered year. It's determined to see them on the playoffs.

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Written By: nally on 09/10/16 at 3:09 pm

Yeah. But I don't think the Giants won't stand a chance on losing some games in the last few months, especially on a even-numbered year. It's determined to see them on the playoffs.

But still, there's no guarantee that they're actually gonna get there, just because this is an even numbered year. There's still three weeks left in the regular season.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/10/16 at 3:19 pm

But still, there's no guarantee that they're actually gonna get there, just because this is an even numbered year. There's still three weeks left in the regular season.

True. But it might have to depend on the entire three weeks for them to go to the playoffs.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/10/16 at 9:39 pm

The Mets lost 4-3 against the Braves leading the Cardinals into the lower NL Wild Card spot.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/11/16 at 9:29 am

Around ten days after 9/11, Mike Piazza gave Shea Stadium a home run they shall never forget.

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Written By: nally on 09/11/16 at 10:13 am

The Mets lost 4-3 against the Braves leading the Cardinals into the lower NL Wild Card spot.

...and the Giants won again to stay on the top NL Wild Card spot. >:(

But at least the Dodgers did their part to maintain the size of their division lead, at 4 games. Starting pitcher Rich Hill was perfect through 7 innings, but was then removed from the game due to more blister issues that were bothering him. However, at least the bullpen kept the shutout intact (as they only allowed two hits). So the Dodgers have finally beaten the Marlins this year, 5 to goose-egg.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/11/16 at 10:24 am

...and the Giants won again to stay on the top NL Wild Card spot. >:(

But at least the Dodgers did their part to maintain the size of their division lead, at 4 games. Starting pitcher Rich Hill was perfect through 7 innings, but was then removed from the game due to more blister issues that were bothering him. However, at least the bullpen kept the shutout intact (as they only allowed two hits). So the Dodgers have finally beaten the Marlins this year, 5 to goose-egg.

The Cardinals still kept their spot on the NL Wild Card standings, since the Mets lost against the Braves last night.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/11/16 at 5:59 pm

The Cardinals still kept their spot on the NL Wild Card standings, since the Mets lost against the Braves last night.

Oh yes, that's right.

Meanwhile, my team lost again today, against a Marlins team that had been in the wildcard hunt, but not so much now. :-\\

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/11/16 at 6:19 pm

Oh yes, that's right.

Meanwhile, my team lost again today, against a Marlins team that had been in the wildcard hunt, but not so much now. :-\\

The Marlins are five games away from the Mets. So even though they're distant, it has to take like five more games to make it up there.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/11/16 at 6:22 pm

The Marlins are five games away from the Mets. So even though they're distant, it has to take like five more games to make it up there.

That's right. I just know that they had been in the hunt last month (and earlier), but they since faltered...and went into losing-record territory.

In the AL wildcard race, however, the Yankees had been distant early on, but have since caught up (winning 7 straight) and were one game behind Baltimore heading into play today. But the Yankees' win streak has terminated, as Tampa beat them 4-2 today. Now if the Dodgers can beat them starting tomorrow.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/11/16 at 6:26 pm

That's right. I just know that they had been in the hunt last month (and earlier), but they since faltered...and went into losing-record territory.

In the AL wildcard race, however, the Yankees had been distant early on, but have since caught up (winning 7 straight) and were one game behind Baltimore heading into play today. But the Yankees' win streak has terminated, as Tampa beat them 4-2 today. Now if the Dodgers can beat them starting tomorrow.

From what I'm seeing, the Blue Jays and Orioles are ahead from the Yankees. So, it's possible that the Yanks could take either of their spots, if the winning streak takes more than just 7 games.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/11/16 at 6:31 pm

From what I'm seeing, the Blue Jays and Orioles are ahead from the Yankees. So, it's possible that the Yanks could take either of their spots, if the winning streak takes more than just 7 games.

Yep, they still are, which is good. In fact I just checked the standings online and the two "bird" teams are tied. But like I said, the Yankees' 7-game win streak is over, because they lost to the Rays.

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Written By: nally on 09/11/16 at 6:43 pm

Oh, and those d@mn Giants won again >:(

So now the Dudgers' lead is back to 3 games.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/11/16 at 6:48 pm

Yep, they still are, which is good. In fact I just checked the standings online and the two "bird" teams are tied. But like I said, the Yankees' 7-game win streak is over, because they lost to the Rays.

And they're going to face against your team tomorrow at Yankee Stadium.

Oh, and those d@mn Giants won again >:(

So now the Dudgers' lead is back to 3 games.

Welp, they still a chance with the Yanks, like I said.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/11/16 at 10:17 pm

And they're going to face against your team tomorrow at Yankee Stadium.

That's right; and it'll be the Dodgers' first-ever three-game series there. (In 2013 they played two games there in June, and the Yankees played two at Dodger Stadium at the end of July.) Go Dodgers!!!

Although I'm not sure which pitchers are gonna be on the mound in this series (aside from Kershaw in the finale on Wednesday).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/12/16 at 8:35 am

That's right; and it'll be the Dodgers' first-ever three-game series there. (In 2013 they played two games there in June, and the Yankees played two at Dodger Stadium at the end of July.) Go Dodgers!!!

Although I'm not sure which pitchers are gonna be on the mound in this series (aside from Kershaw in the finale on Wednesday).

Well, that's nice.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/12/16 at 12:00 pm

Well, that's nice.

Jose DeLeon, a rookie who made his first start last Sunday against the Padres to pick up the win, will start tonight's game at NYY. Tomorrow it might be Julio Urias (another rookie), who has done fairly well as of late.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/12/16 at 12:05 pm

Jose DeLeon, a rookie who made his first start last Sunday against the Padres to pick up the win, will start tonight's game at NYY. Tomorrow it might be Julio Urias (another rookie), who has done fairly well as of late.

The Dodgers might win most of the games against the Yankees.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/12/16 at 12:08 pm

The Dodgers might win most of the games against the Yankees.

We shall see. They've got three of them. However, I won't be able to watch any of them on the TV; I can just follow them online. (MLB Network will be carrying Tuesday night's game as a "showcase" game, but not to outlets in the greater L.A. and NY areas.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/12/16 at 12:13 pm

We shall see. They've got three of them. However, I won't be able to watch any of them on the TV; I can just follow them online. (MLB Network will be carrying Tuesday night's game as a "showcase" game, but not to outlets in the greater L.A. and NY areas.)

I think I could them on YES, since I live in the Tri-State area (New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/12/16 at 12:14 pm

I think I could them on YES, since I live in the Tri-State area (New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut).

That's right, YES is a network that shows Yankees games; sometimes MLB Network shows their feeds here when they don't play the Dodgers or Angels.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/12/16 at 12:23 pm

That's right, YES is a network that shows Yankees games; sometimes MLB Network shows their feeds here when they don't play the Dodgers or Angels.

I could've just see the updates on MLB.com, but it's better to see them on TV.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/12/16 at 12:25 pm

I could've just see the updates on MLB.com, but it's better to see them on TV.

I know, that's always helpful, but not everyone gets to see them on TV. (Or online for that matter.) I will see about following the game online when it's played later on, but I'll probably be busy doing other stuff, like making dinner.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/12/16 at 12:27 pm

I know, that's always helpful, but not everyone gets to see them on TV. (Or online for that matter.) I will see about following the game online when it's played later on, but I'll probably be busy doing other stuff, like making dinner.

Yeah. It depends where you live. Considering that I live in New York, I could go watch Mets and Yankees games on their stations.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/12/16 at 12:30 pm

Yeah. It depends where you live. Considering that I live in New York, I could go watch Mets and Yankees games on their stations.

Yep... and I'm sure many of the other teams have regional channels that show the games. Such as FSN Ohio (for Cincinnati Reds games), Fox Sports Arizona (for the Diamondbacks), Comcast SportsNet Bay Area (for the Giants), among others.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/12/16 at 12:46 pm

Yep... and I'm sure many of the other teams have regional channels that show the games. Such as FSN Ohio (for Cincinnati Reds games), Fox Sports Arizona (for the Diamondbacks), Comcast SportsNet Bay Area (for the Giants), among others.

I think most, if not all of the teams have localized stations.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/12/16 at 7:38 pm

I think most, if not all of the teams have localized stations.

They do. Many of their feeds are shown on MLB Network's Quick Pitch.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/12/16 at 7:58 pm

They do. Many of their feeds are shown on MLB Network's Quick Pitch.

That's one proof that they're localized. But sometimes MLB airs some games with their own system, instead of the other ones.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/12/16 at 8:03 pm

That's one proof that they're localized. But sometimes MLB airs some games with their own system, instead of the other ones.

That's right, they have a "showcase" game, in which they use their own set of on-screen graphics, and the announcers include Bob Costas and Matt Vasgersian.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/13/16 at 12:55 am

The Dodgers might win most of the games against the Yankees.

Well, they won the first game tonight, 8 to 2. O0

This, coupled with the Giants getting blanked at home by the Padres, re-increases LAD's NL West lead to 4 games. Also, the Mets and Cardinals both lost, which means there isn't any change in those three teams' position in the NL Wild Card race.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/13/16 at 2:04 pm

That's right, they have a "showcase" game, in which they use their own set of on-screen graphics, and the announcers include Bob Costas and Matt Vasgersian.

True that.

Well, they won the first game tonight, 8 to 2. O0

This, coupled with the Giants getting blanked at home by the Padres, re-increases LAD's NL West lead to 4 games. Also, the Mets and Cardinals both lost, which means there isn't any change in those three teams' position in the NL Wild Card race.

That seems like there wasn't a lot of interesting news today for the Wild Card race.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/13/16 at 6:17 pm

True that.

That seems like there wasn't a lot of interesting news today for the Wild Card race.

Definitely not in the National League. However in the American League, the Blue Jays won yesterday and the Orioles lost, thereby putting the Jays back into the top AL WC spot and the O's in the bottom spot.

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Written By: nally on 09/14/16 at 11:20 am

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/14/16 at 1:41 pm

Definitely not in the National League. However in the American League, the Blue Jays won yesterday and the Orioles lost, thereby putting the Jays back into the top AL WC spot and the O's in the bottom spot.

So it's just normal for the Blue Jays, since they have already been in 1st place for a long time in the Wild Card. For the Orioles, it's not that predictable to determine where they could win any of the spots.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/14/16 at 1:45 pm

By the way, Evil Empire strikes back in yesterday's game, keeping the Dodgers off the board as L.A. continues to struggle against left handed starters (CC Sabathia). >:(

Giants could not gain ground in their game; they were one strike away from beating the Padres, but Ryan Schimpf of the Pads hit a three-run go-ahead homer to give San Diego a 6-4 lead, which they kept.

Cardinals and Mets won their respective games, however, to shrink the Giants' wildcard lead over the Mets back to half a game.

Well, that's still repetitive for the Giants. I suppose something might happen with the team if the Mets are winning so much. Not that it's a problem, it's just that it seemed rare for the Giants to get out of the WC race, even for this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/14/16 at 11:07 pm

Dodgers held off the Yankees, 2-0, even though the game remained scoreless until the 9th inning. So the Dodgers finish this year with a break-even record (10-10) in interleague play, just as they did last year.

Out west, the Padres completed a sweep of the Giants, increasing the Dodgers' lead back up to 5 games. I should also duly note that the Giants won all 9 games they played against the Padres prior to the All Star Break, while the Padres have taken all 6 games that they've played against the Giants after the Break!

Oh, and the Mets and Cardinals also lost again, thus keeping the NL Wild Card race ever so tight among the three teams (SF, NYM, STL). Cardinals were beaten by the Cubs, who are now on the brink of clinching the NL Central division. The next win for the Cubs OR the next loss for the Cardinals will do it.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/15/16 at 10:41 am

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/15/16 at 6:18 pm

Cubs begin their game in less than an hour (they play host to the Brewers)... and the Cardinals begin a four-game series in San Francisco later on tonight. The Cards-Giants series could help decide which team has a better shot at a wildcard, as both teams are pushing for it. If the Cardinals win, then they tie the Giants.

Mets do not play today; they open a home interleague series with the Twins tomorrow.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/15/16 at 9:35 pm

Cubs begin their game in less than an hour (they play host to the Brewers)... and the Cardinals begin a four-game series in San Francisco later on tonight. The Cards-Giants series could help decide which team has a better shot at a wildcard, as both teams are pushing for it. If the Cardinals win, then they tie the Giants.

The Cubs are trailing 5-3 against the Brewers. But I think they have a better chance tomorrow or the day after that.

Mets do not play today; they open a home interleague series with the Twins tomorrow.

Okay. The Mets win on average.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/16/16 at 5:51 am

The Cubs lost 5-4 against the Brewers, but they clinched the NL Central thanks to the Cardinals losing 6-2 against the Giants yesterday.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/16/16 at 10:51 am

The Cubs are trailing 5-3 against the Brewers. But I think they have a better chance tomorrow or the day after that.

Cubs ended up losing 5-4. They had a chance to walk it off, but failed. Oh well.

Okay. The Mets win on average.

Yep, on paper they have an advantage over the Twins, who've had the worst record in the American League pretty much the whole season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/16/16 at 10:53 am

The Cubs lost 5-4 against the Brewers, but they clinched the NL Central thanks to the Cardinals losing 6-2 against the Giants yesterday.

Yep. Goes to show that a team can clinch a playoff spot on a particular day without winning its game.

Still, I was hoping for the Cardinals to win. (Only because they're playing the Giants. They have another chance to do so today.) And because the Giants beat 'em, and the Dudgers lost, the NL West lead is back down to 4 games. Rich Hill is no longer unbeaten in a Dodger uniform.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/16/16 at 1:36 pm

Cubs ended up losing 5-4. They had a chance to walk it off, but failed. Oh well.

They still got to the playoffs this year, though.

Yep, on paper they have an advantage over the Twins, who've had the worst record in the American League pretty much the whole season.

With only 55 wins and 92 losses this season. That's even worse than the Braves this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/16/16 at 7:40 pm

They still got to the playoffs this year, though.

Yes, they did. O0 And they managed to win today's game, coming from behind and then walking it off in extras.

With only 55 wins and 92 losses this season. That's even worse than the Braves this year.

And for a while the Braves had the worst record in all of MLB. They've had the worst record in just the NL for most of this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/16/16 at 7:44 pm

Yes, they did. O0 And they managed to win today's game, coming from behind and then walking it off in extras.

True.

And for a while the Braves had the worst record in all of MLB. They've had the worst record in just the NL for most of this year.

The Twins and Braves always had the worst record in this season. Even if they're both in different leagues.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/16/16 at 7:47 pm

True.

And for a while the Braves had the worst record in all of MLB. They've had the worst record in just the NL for most of this year.

The Twins and Braves always had the worst record in this season. Even if they're both in different leagues.

Yep, pretty much. Although for a few days at least one other last-place team (in a division besides AL Central or NL East) might've had a worse record. I can't recall offhand.
But when the Twins and Braves played each other this year for interleague play, the Braves won both games at Target Field and the Twins won both games at Turner Field.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/16/16 at 9:19 pm

Yep, pretty much. Although for a few days at least one other last-place team (in a division besides AL Central or NL East) might've had a worse record. I can't recall offhand.
But when the Twins and Braves played each other this year for interleague play, the Braves won both games at Target Field and the Twins won both games at Turner Field.

I guess they have weird luck, considering how they won two games each. But it doesn't really matter, since both of them are sucking so much since April.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/17/16 at 2:52 pm

I guess they have weird luck, considering how they won two games each. But it doesn't really matter, since both of them are sucking so much since April.

Yeppers... and the Twins have already clinched last place in the AL Central.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/17/16 at 3:02 pm

Yeppers... and the Twins have already clinched last place in the AL Central.

Figuratively, it seems like that. There is barely any possibilities for them to win a lot of games through the rest of the season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/18/16 at 11:33 am

Dodgers won again in Arizona... and the Cardinals came back to beat the Giants in the 9th inning in San Fran. This once again gives the Dodgers a 5-game lead in the NL West, and moves the Giants and Mets into a tie for the NL Wildcard, since the Mets beat the Twins in extras.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/18/16 at 11:41 am

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Written By: nally on 09/18/16 at 11:42 am

It might be known that the Mets could possibly be in 1st place for the Wild Card standings.

They'll have 1st place all to themselves if they sweep the Twins today and the Cardinals beat the Giants again. Then the Cards would get closer to the lower wildcard spot! :D

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/18/16 at 11:56 am

They'll have 1st place all to themselves if they sweep the Twins today and the Cardinals beat the Giants again. Then the Cards would get closer to the lower wildcard spot! :D

True that. This year's Wild Card game should be the Mets vs. Cardinals.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/18/16 at 11:58 am

True that. This year's Wild Card game should be the Mets vs. Cardinals.

I would definitely rather see that than one of those teams vs the Giants. (And I'm sure many other Dodgers fans would.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/18/16 at 12:34 pm

I would definitely rather see that than one of those teams vs the Giants. (And I'm sure many other Dodgers fans would.)

That would be as interesting as the 2006 NLCS was. Except that it's only one game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/18/16 at 12:57 pm

That would be as interesting as the 2006 NLCS was. Except that it's only one game.

That's right, the Mets and Cardinals met in the NLCS ten years ago. As I recall, that series had its moments.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/18/16 at 1:03 pm

That's right, the Mets and Cardinals met in the NLCS ten years ago. As I recall, that series had its moments.

Game 7 of that NLCS has to be very dramatic for Mets fans. We missed an opportunity to go face the Detroit Tigers in the World Series, especially when they almost won against the Cardinals. If it wasn't for that 2-run home run in the top of the 9th, then the Mets would still have that chance. We could've won that World Series alone, since the Tigers swept the A's in the 2006 ALCS, while the Cards won 4-3 against the Mets in the series. I believe that if you had a longer series, then you would've had a better chance. Especially with the 2015 World Series, where the Mets lost 4-1 against the Royals.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/18/16 at 9:41 pm

Game 7 of that NLCS has to be very dramatic for Mets fans. We missed an opportunity to go face the Detroit Tigers in the World Series, especially when they almost won against the Cardinals. If it wasn't for that 2-run home run in the top of the 9th, then the Mets would still have that chance. We could've won that World Series alone, since the Tigers swept the A's in the 2006 ALCS, while the Cards won 4-3 against the Mets in the series. I believe that if you had a longer series, then you would've had a better chance. Especially with the 2015 World Series, where the Mets lost 4-1 against the Royals.

Yeah, definitely game 7 was memorable, even for fans of neither team.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/18/16 at 9:45 pm

Well, the Mets now hold the top NL Wild Card spot, thanks to them sweeping the Twins at Citi Field today AND the Giants laying a goose-egg against the Cardinals at AT&T Park. So now the Cardinals are one game behind the Giants for the bottom spot.

Too bad the Dodgers couldn't capitalize on the Giants' loss this afternoon. First they came back from a 7-1 deficit against the Arizona Dbacks, and then they took a 9-7 lead, but the bullpen couldn't hold the lead, as the Dbacks tied the score 9-9 in the 8th... and AZ ultimately won it in the 12th. :P But hey, L.A. remains 5 ahead of San Fran.

Next up for the Dodgers and Giants: They play each other for three games at Dodger Stadium, starting tomorrow night.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/19/16 at 5:35 am

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/19/16 at 12:07 pm

The Dodgers could still triumph against the Giants throughout the season, so I'm not gonna overreact to that.

They just need to beat the Giants to strengthen their division lead and make it harder for the Giants to get back into first place.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/19/16 at 1:39 pm

They just need to beat the Giants to strengthen their division lead and make it harder for the Giants to get back into first place.

They're already ahead of them by enough games. It could be a hit or miss when the Dodgers win against the Giants.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/19/16 at 1:54 pm

They're already ahead of them by enough games. It could be a hit or miss when the Dodgers win against the Giants.

Right now they're 5 up, with 2 weeks to go in the regular season. By the end of this three-game series, they could be up by as many as 8 games or as few as 2 games. Magic number stands at 9 for clinching the division; it could be down to 3 by the end of this series.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/19/16 at 2:06 pm

Right now they're 5 up, with 2 weeks to go in the regular season. By the end of this three-game series, they could be up by as many as 8 games or as few as 2 games. Magic number stands at 9 for clinching the division; it could be down to 3 by the end of this series.

It's not like the end of the season when the series ends, so I'll probably wait until late September to clinch their title.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/19/16 at 2:12 pm

It's not like the end of the season when the series ends, so I'll probably wait until late September to clinch their title.

Yeah, well, every team's goal (at least those leading their division) is to clinch their division as soon as they can. Just sayin'.

Looking at the other four unclinched divisions...
NL East: Nationals' magic number to clinch is 6.
AL West: Rangers' is 5.
AL Central: Indians' is 7.
AL East: Red Sox' is 11, but the Orioles and Blue Jays (who currently hold the wildcard spots) are within four games, so either of them could get in, so it could go in any direction.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/19/16 at 2:26 pm

Yeah, well, every team's goal (at least those leading their division) is to clinch their division as soon as they can. Just sayin'.

Looking at the other four unclinched divisions...
NL East: Nationals' magic number to clinch is 6.
AL West: Rangers' is 5.
AL Central: Indians' is 7.
AL East: Red Sox' is 11, but the Orioles and Blue Jays (who currently hold the wildcard spots) are within four games, so either of them could get in, so it could go in any direction.

Well that's what I'm saying with the Dodgers. When their current series ends with the Giants, they wouldn't clinch their division as soon when their series end. Maybe in the next series, but not yet as of now.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/19/16 at 3:23 pm

Well that's what I'm saying with the Dodgers. When their current series ends with the Giants, they wouldn't clinch their division as soon when their series end. Maybe in the next series, but not yet as of now.

Right. But with each game they win, they'll be a step closer.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/19/16 at 4:21 pm

Right. But with each game they win, they'll be a step closer.

Well that's true.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/20/16 at 10:35 am

The Cardinals and Giants are tied for the second spot on the NL Wild Card. If either of them wins, then they would face the Mets in the Wild Card game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/20/16 at 6:31 pm

Tim Tebow has been doing well with the instructional camps for the Mets. He is now with the Port St. Lucie Mets, as of this post. Also, Tim Tebow would be an MLB player.

http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/columnist/bob-nightengale/2016/09/20/tim-tebow-home-run-mets-camp-day-two/90743618/

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/20/16 at 7:43 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/20/16 at 7:48 pm

I forgot to mention a couple days ago that the Red Sox completed a four-game sweep of the Yankees for the first time in 26 years.

And it looks like they're gonna be hanging on to the top spot in the AL East for now, as they're taking care of the Baltimorioles in the current series. Orioles, of course, have one of the AL Wildcard spots at the moment.

That sounds pretty interesting, especially after they won three World Series titles in 12 years. Time sure changes for the Red Sox. I don't know about the Orioles, but I've been neutral over them for a while.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/20/16 at 7:50 pm

The Cardinals and Giants are tied for the second spot on the NL Wild Card.

Thanks in part to a comeback win for the Dodgers in last nite's game. Giants scored their only run on a wild pitch by Kershaw... but it took until the 9th inning for L.A. to finally get on the board and eventually deny MadBum a win. >:D

If either of them wins, then they would face the Mets in the Wild Card game.

At this point it certainly looks this way. Mets lost yesterday's game to the Braves; Cardinals beat the Rockies to finally catch the Giants in the wildcard race (tying them for the lower spot). If the Cardinals can win again tonight in Colorado, and the Dodgers can beat the Gints again, then the Cardinals would go ahead of the Giants!!!! :D

There is also the possibility of the Mets/Giants/Cardinals ending up in a three-way tie for the wildcard sometime soon... but if it ends up that way, then there would be tiebreakers to be played on Monday Oct 3rd and Tuesday Oct 4th. I read a news article online earlier about that scenario.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/20/16 at 7:59 pm

At this point it certainly looks this way. Mets lost yesterday's game to the Braves; Cardinals beat the Rockies to finally catch the Giants in the wildcard race (tying them for the lower spot). If the Cardinals can win again tonight in Colorado, and the Dodgers can beat the Gints again, then the Cardinals would go ahead of the Giants!!!! :D

There is also the possibility of the Mets/Giants/Cardinals ending up in a three-way tie for the wildcard sometime soon... but if it ends up that way, then there would be tiebreakers to be played on Monday Oct 3rd and Tuesday Oct 4th. I read a news article online earlier about that scenario.

It seems very near for those three teams. So maybe their way of going to the playoffs this year would be different. But as somebody who might focus more on the American League playoffs, it could be a hit or miss. For one thing, having the Red Sox win 4 WS titles in 12 years is actually cool. Especially with how David Ortiz would be involved in all of them, and they wouldn't go to the WS if it wasn't for him.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/20/16 at 8:03 pm

It seems very near for those three teams. So maybe their way of going to the playoffs this year would be different. But as somebody who might focus more on the American League playoffs, it could be a hit or miss. For one thing, having the Red Sox win 4 WS titles in 12 years is actually cool. Especially with how David Ortiz would be involved in all of them, and they wouldn't go to the WS if it wasn't for him.

Yeah, Big Poppy was a major contributor to their postseason success. Especially in '04, when they worked their way towards breaking an 86-year curse. He provided some good clutch hitting in the ALCS against the Yankees.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/20/16 at 8:07 pm

Yeah, Big Poppy was a major contributor to their postseason success. Especially in '04, when they worked their way towards breaking an 86-year curse. He provided some good clutch hitting in the ALCS against the Yankees.

For the fact that he extended the '04 ALCS to 7 games astonishes a lot of Red Sox fans, even to this day. But for this year, it might be exciting for his last season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/20/16 at 8:09 pm

For the fact that he extended the '04 ALCS to 7 games astonishes a lot of Red Sox fans, even to this day. But for this year, it might be exciting for his last season.

Oh yeah. That would be special.

Also in that 2004 ALCS, Dave Roberts (who is now the manager of the L.A. Dodgers) pinch-ran late in the game and successfully stole second base to start that rally.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/20/16 at 8:13 pm

Oh yeah. That would be special.

Also in that 2004 ALCS, Dave Roberts (who is now the manager of the L.A. Dodgers) pinch-ran late in the game and successfully stole second base to start that rally.

In Game 4? Wow. To me, I thought David Ortiz stole the series for the Red Sox after that walk off home run. It was well fit for the Red Sox, especially when they almost get swept by the Yankees.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/21/16 at 10:53 am

In Game 4? Wow. To me, I thought David Ortiz stole the series for the Red Sox after that walk off home run. It was well fit for the Red Sox, especially when they almost get swept by the Yankees.

Yes, his walkoff home run was also a major contribution.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/21/16 at 10:53 am

Back to now: There is a three-way tie atop the NL Wild Card standings. Mets lost again; Cardinals won again; and... the Giants blanked the Dudgers.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/21/16 at 1:36 pm

Back to now: There is a three-way tie atop the NL Wild Card standings. Mets lost again; Cardinals won again; and... the Giants blanked the Dudgers.

I bet the Mets and Cardinals would succeed, but the Giants might try to ace the NL Wild Card if they win.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/21/16 at 1:59 pm

I bet the Mets and Cardinals would succeed, but the Giants might try to ace the NL Wild Card if they win.

Well, the Giants have been on a downward trend since the All Star Break; I still do NOT want them to get a Wild Card spot. At this point I would be fine with a Mets vs Cardinals Wild Card Game in the NL.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/21/16 at 2:09 pm

Well, the Giants have been on a downward trend since the All Star Break; I still do NOT want them to get a Wild Card spot. At this point I would be fine with a Mets vs Cardinals Wild Card Game in the NL.

The Giants still have a chance to get to the top. I mean, we still have a few weeks until the end of the season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/22/16 at 1:28 am

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/22/16 at 5:47 am

All three of those teams (Mets, Cardinals, and Giants) lost today, leaving them in a three-way tie for the NL Wild Card.

ESPN broadcasted the Giants-Dodgers game tonight, and even paid tribute to retiring announcer Vin Scully by simulcasting his call of the 4th inning; so I was glad to hear that. Final score was LAD 9, SF 3. So now the lead is back to 6 games, and the magic number is down to 5.

I could tell. The NL Wild Card standings state that the Mets, Cardinals, and the Giants have an 80-72 record. Considering we only have a few weeks left, it may seem possible for a tiebreaker game in late September/early October.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/23/16 at 6:03 am

The Mets win 9-8 against the Phillies last night.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/23/16 at 1:11 pm

The Mets win 9-8 against the Phillies last night.

And the Giants blanked the Padres in San Diego to remain tied with the Mets for the NL Wild Card; the idle Cardinals (who play a weekend series with the Cubs in Wrigley Field) fell to half a game back.

The NL West-leading Dodgers maintained their 6-game division lead with a comeback victory over the Rockies, 7-4, thanks to a grand slam from Yasmani Grandal. This reduces their magic number to 4.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/23/16 at 1:51 pm

And the Giants blanked the Padres in San Diego to remain tied with the Mets for the NL Wild Card; the idle Cardinals (who play a weekend series with the Cubs in Wrigley Field) fell to half a game back.

They're actually playing a game with the Cardinals right now. The Cubs are leading 4-0 against the Cards.

The NL West-leading Dodgers maintained their 6-game division lead with a comeback victory over the Rockies, 7-4, thanks to a grand slam from Yasmani Grandal. This reduces their magic number to 4.

Well that's nice. At least they're almost there.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/23/16 at 2:26 pm

They're actually playing a game with the Cardinals right now. The Cubs are leading 4-0 against the Cards.

That's right; the Cubs play all their Friday home games in the daytime.

Well that's nice. At least they're almost there.

Yep; right now they have a better chance at winning the division than winning a wildcard spot. If so, then the Dodgers would win four straight division titles for the first time ever.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/23/16 at 4:09 pm

That's right; the Cubs play all their Friday home games in the daytime.

They're now leading 5-0 in the bottom of the 8th, as of this post.

Yep; right now they have a better chance at winning the division than winning a wildcard spot. If so, then the Dodgers would win four straight division titles for the first time ever.

Well that's cool for them. They haven't won four division titles in a single decade since the 80s (1981, 1983, 1985, and 1988).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/24/16 at 1:56 pm

So, the Texas Rangers clinched the AL West division recently. So now it's just the Indians and the Red Sox who have to deal with clinching their divisions soon. In the American League, that is.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/24/16 at 2:33 pm

So, the Texas Rangers clinched the AL West division recently. So now it's just the Indians and the Red Sox who have to deal with clinching their divisions soon. In the American League, that is.

...and in the National League, the Dodgers and Nationals are looking to do the same in the NL West and East, respectively.

Dodgers got one step closer last night, with a 5-2 victory over the Rockies (a game preceded by an hour-long ceremony honoring Vin Scully, who is calling his final homestand this weekend)... and the Padres did a number on the Giants 7-2 in Petco Park. This reduces the magic # to 2.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/24/16 at 2:46 pm

...and in the National League, the Dodgers and Nationals are looking to do the same in the NL West and East, respectively.

Dodgers got one step closer last night, with a 5-2 victory over the Rockies (a game preceded by an hour-long ceremony honoring Vin Scully, who is calling his final homestand this weekend)... and the Padres did a number on the Giants 7-2 in Petco Park. This reduces the magic # to 2.

Soon, they'll clinch their divisions. They only have a week left where they could play in the regular season, so it's best to see what they could by then.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/24/16 at 2:47 pm

Soon, they'll clinch their divisions. They only have a week left where they could play in the regular season, so it's best to see what they could by then.

Yep, both have magic numbers of 2 heading into play today, I believe.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/24/16 at 3:03 pm

Yep, both have magic numbers of 2 heading into play today, I believe.

The Nationals are playing against the Pirates around 7:05 PM EST, while the Dodgers are playing against the Rockies around 9:05 PM EST.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/24/16 at 3:07 pm

The Nationals are playing against the Pirates around 7:05 PM EST, while the Dodgers are playing against the Rockies around 9:05 PM EST.

...which are both evening games.

Then there is the matter of the NL Wild Card, both spots of which are still up for grabs at this point. Mets have the upper one right now; Giants have the lower one (at 1 GB); Cardinals are on the outside looking in (half a game back of Giants)... but as of right now, the Cardinals lead the Cubs by a touchdown in the 8th inning.

The AL Wild Card is also up for grabs; Blue Jays have the upper one and the Tigers have the lower one at the moment.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/24/16 at 3:22 pm

...which are both evening games.

Then there is the matter of the NL Wild Card, both spots of which are still up for grabs at this point. Mets have the upper one right now; Giants have the lower one (at 1 GB); Cardinals are on the outside looking in (half a game back of Giants)... but as of right now, the Cardinals lead the Cubs by a touchdown in the 8th inning.

The AL Wild Card is also up for grabs; Blue Jays have the upper one and the Tigers have the lower one at the moment.

It might be a 50/50 chance (or more) that the NL Wild Card game this year would be the Mets vs. Giants. I'm not sure if the Cardinals would do anything to win a lot of games for a week, since the regular season is almost over.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/24/16 at 6:25 pm

Yep, one more week to go (approximately).

Tigers were one strike away from winning their game, but the Royals stormed back and beat 'em.

Blue Jays shut out the Yankees again.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/24/16 at 7:22 pm

Yep, one more week to go (approximately).

Tigers were one strike away from winning their game, but the Royals stormed back and beat 'em.

The Royals won with five runs in the top of the 9th.

Blue Jays shut out the Yankees again.

No big surprise.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/24/16 at 7:23 pm

The Royals won with five runs in the top of the 9th.

That's right, I saw the recap of it on MLB Network a couple hours or so ago.

No big surprise.

Jays are trying to secure a playoff spot.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/24/16 at 7:28 pm

That's right, I saw the recap of it on MLB Network a couple hours or so ago.

Yeah. :/

At least they have one of the top Wild Card slots.

Jays are trying to secure a playoff spot.

They've already done it since the beginning of this season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/24/16 at 7:38 pm

In just a little while I will need to go watch the Dodgers game. I was really excited to be able to watch it last night, and hear Vin Scully call the whole thing.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/24/16 at 7:45 pm

In just a little while I will need to go watch the Dodgers game. I was really excited to be able to watch it last night, and hear Vin Scully call the whole thing.

Well that's good.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/24/16 at 8:25 pm

Well that's good.

Thanks. This is his final homestand, so I gotta enjoy hearing him while I can!

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/24/16 at 8:42 pm

Thanks. This is his final homestand, so I gotta enjoy hearing him while I can!

Okay. That's great for the Dodgers, since today is his last game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/25/16 at 12:32 am

Tomorrow (Sunday) is his last game at Dodger Stadium; next weekend he plans to call the final three games of the season at AT&T Park when they take on the Giants.

Speaking of the Giants, they won their game in San Diego tonight (9-6 in 10 innings), while the Dodgers beat the Rockies by a landslide, 14-1; this keeps the Dodgers' magic # at 1 for clinching the division.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/25/16 at 8:56 am

Tomorrow (Sunday) is his last game at Dodger Stadium; next weekend he plans to call the final three games of the season at AT&T Park when they take on the Giants.

Okay. It seems interesting since he has been voicing Dodgers games for 66 years, when they were in Brooklyn.

Speaking of the Giants, they won their game in San Diego tonight (9-6 in 10 innings), while the Dodgers beat the Rockies by a landslide, 14-1; this keeps the Dodgers' magic # at 1 for clinching the division.

Luckily, they could clinch the NL West today, if they beat the Rockies.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/25/16 at 6:23 pm

The Dodgers are tied with the Rockies 3-3 in the end of the 9th.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/25/16 at 9:54 pm

Okay. It seems interesting since he has been voicing Dodgers games for 66 years, when they were in Brooklyn.

Yep... and that is one long and successful career for a broadcaster! (This is his 67th, and final, season.)

Luckily, they could clinch the NL West today, if they beat the Rockies.

...and they did, in extra innings... courtesy of an unlikely hero: Charlie Culberson!

The Padres also helped out, by beating the Giants, 4-3, in regulation.

The clinching would have happened with either a Dodger win OR a Giants loss, but thankfully, both occurred!

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/26/16 at 10:56 am

...and they did, in extra innings... courtesy of an unlikely hero: Charlie Culberson!

The Padres also helped out, by beating the Giants, 4-3, in regulation.

The clinching would have happened with either a Dodger win OR a Giants loss, but thankfully, both occurred!

Well that's cool. So now it's just the Nationals that need to clinch their division to go to this year's playoffs.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/26/16 at 12:10 pm

Well that's cool. So now it's just the Nationals that need to clinch their division to go to this year's playoffs.

They did clinch, on Saturday after defeating the Pirates. Now they are trying to maintain home field advantage. The Dodgers could still catch them for the second-best record in the NL.

The only two remaining divisions needing to be clinched are the AL Central and AL East.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/26/16 at 2:42 pm

They did clinch, on Saturday after defeating the Pirates. Now they are trying to maintain home field advantage. The Dodgers could still catch them for the second-best record in the NL.

The only two remaining divisions needing to be clinched are the AL Central and AL East.

Well, the Indians only have one game left until they could clinch the AL Central for the first time in 9 years. The Red Sox have two games left in order to clinch the AL East. I think this year would be very interesting for the playoffs in both leagues. We have the Indians (who never went to the ALDS since 2007), Red Sox, Rangers, Blue Jays, and the Orioles who would face each other in the American League. In the National League, we'll have the Nationals, Cubs (gonna put them as my favorite this year), Dodgers, Mets, and the Giants in the playoffs. For one thing, I've never really think that they could go decently well throughout the regular season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/26/16 at 4:58 pm

Well, the Indians only have one game left until they could clinch the AL Central for the first time in 9 years. The Red Sox have two games left in order to clinch the AL East. I think this year would be very interesting for the playoffs in both leagues. We have the Indians (who never went to the ALDS since 2007), Red Sox, Rangers, Blue Jays, and the Orioles who would face each other in the American League. In the National League, we'll have the Nationals, Cubs (gonna put them as my favorite this year), Dodgers, Mets, and the Giants in the playoffs. For one thing, I've never really think that they could go decently well throughout the regular season.

Cubs will be my favorite in their half of the NLDS... and of course the Dodgers are always my favorite when they make the postseason. As for the NL wildcard, yes the Mets and Giants hold the spots right now, but the Cardinals still have a chance, as they are half a game back of the Giants for the lower spot. I still hope the Cardinals can overtake the Giants.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/26/16 at 5:10 pm

Cubs will be my favorite in their half of the NLDS... and of course the Dodgers are always my favorite when they make the postseason. As for the NL wildcard, yes the Mets and Giants hold the spots right now, but the Cardinals still have a chance, as they are half a game back of the Giants for the lower spot. I still hope the Cardinals can overtake the Giants.

Today starts the Cardinals' series against the Reds, but I'm not sure how they'll go with it.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/26/16 at 5:12 pm

Today starts the Cardinals' series against the Reds, but I'm not sure how they'll go with it.

On paper it would seem that the Cardinals might have an advantage, but the series can go in any direction.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/26/16 at 5:14 pm

On paper it would seem that the Cardinals might have an advantage, but the series can go in any direction.

True. But the Reds might win some of the games. It wouldn't even matter to both of them that much, since there's not a lot of time for the regular season.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/26/16 at 5:20 pm

True. But the Reds might win some of the games. It wouldn't even matter to both of them that much, since there's not a lot of time for the regular season.

yup, only one week, starting today. If Cardinals win, then they tie the idle Giants for the lower NL Wildcard spot.

Giants will begin a three-game set with the Rockies tomorrow. Rockies just got swept in a four-game series in Dodger Stadium (in Vin Scully's final series there); hopefully they'll be able to beat the Giants.

Mets do play today; they go to Miami, a city that is still mourning the loss of star pitcher Jose Fernandez.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/26/16 at 5:28 pm

yup, only one week, starting today. If Cardinals win, then they tie the idle Giants for the lower NL Wildcard spot.

At least by then, it would result into a tiebreaker game before the season ends.

Giants will begin a three-game set with the Rockies tomorrow. Rockies just got swept in a four-game series in Dodger Stadium (in Vin Scully's final series there); hopefully they'll be able to beat the Giants.

Mets do play today; they go to Miami, a city that is still mourning the loss of star pitcher Jose Fernandez.

I don't know if the Mets would be either victorious or not. It's rather sad seeing the Marlins now, since they lost Jose Fernandez. As for the Giants, it could be possible that they would worry about facing the Cardinals next week or soon.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/26/16 at 5:37 pm

At least by then, it would result into a tiebreaker game before the season ends.

If it's still too close to call with 1 or 2 games left to play, then that's likely how it'll be, yes. Any of those three teams could still get there. I still hope it's Mets vs Cardinals.

I don't know if the Mets would be either victorious or not. It's rather sad seeing the Marlins now, since they lost Jose Fernandez.

Yeah; that's tough. :\'( Marlins are still going to honor him, though.

As for the Giants, it could be possible that they would worry about facing the Cardinals next week or soon.

And if they do, then I root for Cardinals next Wednesday (since that's when the NL Wild Card Game will be played).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/26/16 at 5:44 pm

If it's still too close to call with 1 or 2 games left to play, then that's likely how it'll be, yes. Any of those three teams could still get there. I still hope it's Mets vs Cardinals.

Me too. Even if it was the Mets vs. Giants, I'm hoping the Mets would win the game.

Yeah; that's tough. :\'( Marlins are still going to honor him, though.

They should probably put him in the Marlins Hall of Fame, since he was a bit popular towards their fans when he was with the team.

And if they do, then I root for Cardinals next Wednesday (since that's when the NL Wild Card Game will be played).

Yeah.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/27/16 at 8:26 am

yup, only one week, starting today. If Cardinals win, then they tie the idle Giants for the lower NL Wildcard spot.

Cardinals got beat by a landslide, 15-2. They still have a chance, with less than a week to go.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/27/16 at 8:27 am

Me too. Even if it was the Mets vs. Giants, I'm hoping the Mets would win the game.

Agreed.

They should probably put him in the Marlins Hall of Fame, since he was a bit popular towards their fans when he was with the team.

Yeah.

That would be a nice honor. In fact, all Marlins team personnel wore Fernandez jerseys in last night's game, complete with his number 16, to honor him. And they won.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/27/16 at 10:40 am

Cardinals got beat by a landslide, 15-2. They still have a chance, with less than a week to go.

I heard from the MLB At Bat app, so I was aware of what they were dealing with last night.

That would be a nice honor. In fact, all Marlins team personnel wore Fernandez jerseys in last night's game, complete with his number 16, to honor him. And they won.

That seems cool. It reminds me where everyone wears 42 (Jackie Robinson's number) every April 15.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/27/16 at 2:26 pm

So the Cubs have their 100th win in their regular season. Which makes their record 100-56.

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Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/27/16 at 4:15 pm

Steven Matz would go under surgery to remove a bone spur from his below. This could mean that he will miss the rest of this season, along with the playoffs.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/27/16 at 5:47 pm

I heard from the MLB At Bat app, so I was aware of what they were dealing with last night.

Hopefully they'll do better tonight.

That seems cool. It reminds me where everyone wears 42 (Jackie Robinson's number) every April 15.

Yep...and I think that tradition has been in place since 2007 (the 60th anniversary of Jackie Robinson Day) or so. (That reminds me, next April will be the 70th anniversary!)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/27/16 at 6:00 pm

Hopefully they'll do better tonight.

I'm not sure if the Cardinals would be alright, since there's not a lot of games they'll get for clinching any of the Wild Card spots.

Yep...and I think that tradition has been in place since 2007 (the 60th anniversary of Jackie Robinson Day) or so. (That reminds me, next April will be the 70th anniversary!)

They retired his number in 1997, which was 10 years before they had Jackie Robinson Day.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/27/16 at 6:02 pm

I'm not sure if the Cardinals would be alright, since there's not a lot of games they'll get for clinching any of the Wild Card spots.

In order for them to overtake the Giants, they'll have to win and the Giants will have to keep losing. I don't care if the Cardinals overtake the Mets; I just am rooting for both teams to overtake the Giants.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/27/16 at 6:04 pm

They retired his number in 1997, which was 10 years before they had Jackie Robinson Day.

Yes, on the 50th anniversary of when he broke the color barrier. It was just a decade later when players began wearing the number 42 to honor him.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/27/16 at 6:12 pm

Yes, on the 50th anniversary of when he broke the color barrier. It was just a decade later when players began wearing the number 42 to honor him.

I guess they did it for players who never wore the number before.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/27/16 at 6:17 pm

I guess they did it for players who never wore the number before.

Kind of, but it was implemented in MLB around the 60th anniversary of the event, in 2007, as mentioned above. By 2008, all MLB team personnel (players, managers, coaches) wore uniforms with the number 42 when taking the field. In 2009, umpires started following suit (they have numbers on the right sleeve of their shirts).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/27/16 at 6:33 pm

Kind of, but it was implemented in MLB around the 60th anniversary of the event, in 2007, as mentioned above. By 2008, all MLB team personnel (players, managers, coaches) wore uniforms with the number 42 when taking the field. In 2009, umpires started following suit (they have numbers on the right sleeve of their shirts).

I wonder why they've done that in 2007, and not 1997, since that was the year when they retired the number for all MLB teams. It makes sense, although they were a few players who were 42 at the time (e.g. Mariano Rivera).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/27/16 at 6:36 pm

I wonder why they've done in 2007, and not 1997, since that was the year when they retired the number for all MLB teams. It makes sense, although they were a few players who were 42 at the time (e.g. Mariano Rivera).

That's right; in 1997, on the 50th anniversary, it was announced that the number 42 would no longer be issued to any new players; only active players who'd had it issued to them before then could keep it (such as Mariano Rivera).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/27/16 at 6:42 pm

That's right; in 1997, on the 50th anniversary, it was announced that the number 42 would no longer be issued to any new players; only active players who'd had it issued to them before then could keep it (such as Mariano Rivera).

I can't believe that it's gonna be 20 years in April since they retired number 42.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/28/16 at 2:49 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/28/16 at 3:53 pm

Mets, Giants, and Cardinals all won their respective games yesterday. So, no change with alignment in the NL Wildcard race.
Pirates were eliminated following their loss to the Cubs. (So, this breaks the string of 3 consecutive years in which they've reached the postseason...by means of a wildcard.) Marlins are just about out.

Since the playoffs are soon, I believe the Wild Card game would probably be a three-way tie between the Mets, Giants, and Cardinals. The Giants and Cardinals might have to deal with a tiebreaker game, since the Mets are in 1st place.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/28/16 at 9:53 pm

Since the playoffs are soon, I believe the Wild Card game would probably be a three-way tie between the Mets, Giants, and Cardinals. The Giants and Cardinals might have to deal with a tiebreaker game, since the Mets are in 1st place.

Well, there is a plan in place if that scenario occurs. I think it might be spelled out on the MLB website.

Yep, right here: http://m.mlb.com/news/article/199753224/2016-mlb-tiebreaker-scenarios/
Scroll down to where it says "Three teams tie for one wild card."

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/29/16 at 6:04 am

Well, there is a plan in place if that scenario occurs. I think it might be spelled out on the MLB website.

Yep, right here: http://m.mlb.com/news/article/199753224/2016-mlb-tiebreaker-scenarios/
Scroll down to where it says "Three teams tie for one wild card."

I'm hopefully choosing that the Mets would host the tiebreaker winner during the actual Wild Card game.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/29/16 at 6:24 pm

I'm hopefully choosing that the Mets would host the tiebreaker winner during the actual Wild Card game.

If it comes to that, I would agree there.

And by the way, all six divisions have been clinched. O0 The Red Sox have won the AL East, the last of the divisions.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/29/16 at 6:27 pm

If it comes to that, I would agree there.

And by the way, all six divisions have been clinched. O0 The Red Sox have won the AL East, the last of the divisions.

They just clinched last night, I think. They lost against the Yankees, but they clinched the AL East anyway.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/29/16 at 6:28 pm

They just clinched last night, I think. They lost against the Yankees, but they clinched the AL East anyway.

That's right, since the Blue Jays lost to the Orioles, who still hold the lower wildcard spot.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/29/16 at 6:34 pm

That's right, since the Blue Jays lost to the Orioles, who still hold the lower wildcard spot.

Well that's cool for them. Not that I think it's great for the Blue Jays, but it's still a good contribution for the Red Sox's clinch this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/29/16 at 6:38 pm

Well that's cool for them. Not that I think it's great for the Blue Jays, but it's still a good contribution for the Red Sox's clinch this year.

Blue Jays are still holding onto the upper wildcard spot in the AL.

Tigers and Mariners still have a shot at catching the Orioles for the lower spot; Astros are still hangin' on by their fingernails so to speak (one more loss for them and they're out of it).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/29/16 at 6:40 pm

Blue Jays are still holding onto the upper wildcard spot in the AL.

Tigers and Mariners still have a shot at catching the Orioles for the lower spot; Astros are still hangin' on by their fingernails so to speak (one more loss for them and they're out of it).

The Mariners? As in the Mariners who never got a chance to go to the playoffs since 2001? THE Seattle Mariners?! Crap. I never knew they were actually going that far to get a Wild Card spot. The last time they had one was in 2000, and that's a bit long for any MLB franchise.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/29/16 at 11:41 pm

Blue Jays are still holding onto the upper wildcard spot in the AL.

Tigers and Mariners still have a shot at catching the Orioles for the lower spot; Astros are still hangin' on by their fingernails so to speak (one more loss for them and they're out of it).

Actually, with the Orioles' 87th win today (which occurred a couple hours after I made this post), the Astros (who have 76 losses) are officially eliminated from the race.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/29/16 at 11:42 pm

The Mariners? As in the Mariners who never got a chance to go to the playoffs since 2001? THE Seattle Mariners?! Crap. I never knew they were actually going that far to get a Wild Card spot. The last time they had one was in 2000, and that's a bit long for any MLB franchise.

They still have a shot at an AL wildcard, yes, but they would need to win the rest of their games in order to get there.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/29/16 at 11:45 pm

Anyways, today's Reds-Cardinals game ended walk-off style on a controversial play. With the score tied at 3-3 in the bottom of the 9th with 2 outs and a runner on first, Yadi Molina hit what appeared to be a ground rule double...but the umpires did not rule it that way. So Matt Carpenter (the runner who was on first base) scored, rather than being held at third. So it was ruled as just a 'double', although Reds manager Bryan Price came out of the visitors' dugout as the Cardinals were celebrating their win, and tried to track down the umpires. By the time he finally got their attention, it was too late.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/30/16 at 5:52 am

Actually, with the Orioles' 87th win today (which occurred a couple hours after I made this post), the Astros (who have 76 losses) are officially eliminated from the race.

So, the Orioles, Blue Jays, Mariners, and Tigers, are the only teams left in the AL Wild Card race who aren't eliminated.

They still have a shot at an AL wildcard, yes, but they would need to win the rest of their games in order to get there.

They won 3-2 last night against the A's. But I'm not sure if that would help them go to the Wild Card.

Anyways, today's Reds-Cardinals game ended walk-off style on a controversial play. With the score tied at 3-3 in the bottom of the 9th with 2 outs and a runner on first, Yadi Molina hit what appeared to be a ground rule double...but the umpires did not rule it that way. So Matt Carpenter (the runner who was on first base) scored, rather than being held at third. So it was ruled as just a 'double', although Reds manager Bryan Price came out of the visitors' dugout as the Cardinals were celebrating their win, and tried to track down the umpires. By the time he finally got their attention, it was too late.

That's probably the only win they'll get from the series, since they aren't doing so well with the Reds.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/30/16 at 1:06 pm

So, the Orioles, Blue Jays, Mariners, and Tigers, are the only teams left in the AL Wild Card race who aren't eliminated.

Right. O's and J's are the current beholders (having identical records heading into play today), but the Tigers and Mariners still have a shot heading into play today.

They won 3-2 last night against the A's. But I'm not sure if that would help them go to the Wild Card.

They'd have to win the rest of their games and hope that the O's and J's lose theirs.

That's probably the only win they'll get from the series, since they aren't doing so well with the Reds.

But the Cardinals close out the regular season with the Pirates, who have been on a downward trend this month...and the Reds finish in Cincy with the Cubs.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/30/16 at 1:49 pm

Right. O's and J's are the current beholders (having identical records heading into play today), but the Tigers and Mariners still have a shot heading into play today.

They aren't even eliminated from the playoffs, so they still have a chance with rising up to the top of the Wild Card.

They'd have to win the rest of their games and hope that the O's and J's lose theirs.

As much as I like having the Mariners be in the playoffs for the first time in 15 years, I'm not 100% sure they'll go guaranteed. I could get that people from Seattle would love to see the Mariners in the playoffs, but it's probably gonna be like a dream, if they get eliminated.

But the Cardinals close out the regular season with the Pirates, who have been on a downward trend this month...and the Reds finish in Cincy with the Cubs.

Well it depends if the Cards win most of the games. They both won two games out of four. Not to mention that the Reds are in 5th place of their division. So it could possible that the Pirates might have a similar fate with the Cardinals tonight.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 09/30/16 at 6:12 pm

We shall see. Right now, the games in the Eastern time zone are just starting.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 09/30/16 at 6:26 pm

We shall see. Right now, the games in the Eastern time zone are just starting.

The Marlins and Red Sox games are delayed, though.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/01/16 at 1:23 am

The Marlins and Red Sox games are delayed, though.

Yeah, lots of rain on the East Coast. But the games were played out, and...

The Marlins beat the Nationals.
The Red Sox came from behind to beat the Bluejays.
The Cardinals beat the Pirates.
The Mets beat the Phillies.

...but on the West Coast, the Dodgers couldn't beat the Giants, mainly due in part to inability to score runs...but also to Brandon McCarthy entering the game in relief in the 6th inning and giving up half a dozen runs with NOBODY OUT! >:( As a result, MadBum finally beat the Dudgers for the first time since May of last year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/01/16 at 8:58 am

Yeah, lots of rain on the East Coast. But the games were played out, and...

The Marlins beat the Nationals.
The Red Sox came from behind to beat the Bluejays.
The Cardinals beat the Pirates.
The Mets beat the Phillies.

...but on the West Coast, the Dodgers couldn't beat the Giants, mainly due in part to inability to score runs...but also to Brandon McCarthy entering the game in relief in the 6th inning and giving up half a dozen runs with NOBODY OUT! >:( As a result, MadBum finally beat the Dudgers for the first time since May of last year.

That was something. I think because of the Cardinals winning, the Mets might have to win today's game or have the Cardinals lose another one to clinch a Wild Card spot this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/01/16 at 12:32 pm

The Pirates are leading 3-0 against the Cardinals in the 1st inning.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/01/16 at 3:11 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/01/16 at 6:05 pm

The New York Mets have clinched a wild card berth for the first time since 2000. Man, I never knew that they could be that great for two years. This is a Met fan's dream come true. Except that we haven't won a World Series yet in the 21st century, which is like a wet dream.

Right... and they got to the Series last year, but lost in five games to KC. :-\\

This year, it looks like I may be rooting for them in the NL Wild Card Game, which will be played next Wednesday.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/01/16 at 6:07 pm

Right... and they got to the Series last year, but lost in five games. :-\\

This year, it looks like I may be rooting for them in the NL Wild Card Game, which will be played next Wednesday.

It's gonna be played this Wednesday. But I think the Cubs should have a chance this year, since they barely have any luck within the playoffs.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/01/16 at 6:12 pm

It's gonna be played this Wednesday. But I think the Cubs should have a chance this year, since they barely have any luck within the playoffs.

Yes, the Cubs will play the NL Wild Card winner in their half of the NLDS, starting on Friday. And from the looks of things, the other half of the NLDS will have the Washington Nationals hosting the Dudgers for games one and two.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/01/16 at 6:15 pm

Yes, the Cubs will play the NL Wild Card winner in their half of the NLDS, starting on Friday. And from the looks of things, the other half of the NLDS will have the Washington Nationals hosting the Dudgers for games one and two.

I wouldn't really mind the Mets winning this year's Wild Card game, but I'm not sure if I should root for them against the Cubs in the NLDS. It's destined to see if the Cubs could go for the pennant, or even a WS title this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/01/16 at 6:25 pm

I wouldn't really mind the Mets winning this year's Wild Card game, but I'm not sure if I should root for them against the Cubs in the NLDS. It's destined to see if the Cubs could go for the pennant, or even a WS title this year.

Certainly! I will definitely root for Cubs in NLDS; if they should advance to NLCS it would be interesting, because they would either face the Dodgers (who haven't reached the World Series since 1988) or the Nationals (who have never reached the World Series at all)... and whichever of those three teams (if any) get to the World Series it will be historic for them.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/01/16 at 6:31 pm

Certainly! I will definitely root for Cubs in NLDS; if they should advance to NLCS it would be interesting, because they would either face the Dodgers (who haven't reached the World Series since 1988) or the Nationals (who have never reached the World Series at all)... and whichever of those three teams (if any) get to the World Series it will be historic for them.

Well that's what I'm hoping for with the Cubs, since they haven't won a pennant for 71 years.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/01/16 at 6:33 pm

Well that's what I'm hoping for with the Cubs, since they haven't won a pennant for 71 years.

My thoughts exactly.

Of course, if the NLCS should come down to Cubs vs Dodgers, I'd likely be inclined to root for my team, but I will root for the Cubs to win the World Series if they get there.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/01/16 at 6:34 pm

My thoughts exactly.

Of course, if the NLCS should come down to Cubs vs Dodgers, I'd likely be inclined to root for my team, but I will root for the Cubs to win the World Series if they get there.

Same with me. Either the Cubs vs. Dodgers or Nationals would be a great NLCS. What makes this year's NLCS great (unless it has to deal with the Mets), is that either of them would be great for this year's World Series.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/01/16 at 6:35 pm

Right... and they got to the Series last year, but lost in five games to KC. :-\\

This year, it looks like I may be rooting for them in the NL Wild Card Game, which will be played next Wednesday.

By the way, the reason I mention this is that even though the Cardinals won again today, the Giants won again too (by blanking the Dudgers and denying Kershaw any run support). But at least the Mets won.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/01/16 at 6:35 pm

Same with me. Either the Cubs vs. Dodgers or Nationals would be a great NLCS. What makes this year's NLCS great (unless it has to deal with the Mets), is that either of them would be great for this year's World Series.

Totally. That's what I was getting at in the post that I made a few replies up.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/01/16 at 6:40 pm

By the way, the reason I mention this is that even though the Cardinals won again today, the Giants won again too (by blanking the Dudgers and denying Kershaw any run support). But at least the Mets won.

Eh. It's probably best for the Mets to be the Wild Card for the NL this year. I don't really think they'll be that successful towards the playoffs.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/01/16 at 6:42 pm

Eh. It's probably best for the Mets to be the Wild Card for the NL this year. I don't really think they'll be that successful towards the playoffs.

Instead of the Cardinals?

I'm fine with that. If the Cardinals can't win the lower NL Wildcard spot, then that's that. That said, I will likely be saying "Let's Go, Mets!" come Wednesday.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/01/16 at 6:58 pm

Instead of the Cardinals?

I'm fine with that. If the Cardinals can't win the lower NL Wildcard spot, then that's that. That said, I will likely be saying "Let's Go, Mets!" come Wednesday.

I don't think the Cardinals would be that successful with winning the lower Wild Card spot this year. It was possible for their victorious reign between 2011-2015, but its nothing like that now.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/01/16 at 7:09 pm

I don't think the Cardinals would be that successful with winning the lower Wild Card spot this year. It was possible for their victorious reign between 2011-2015, but its nothing like that now.

I suppose youre right; they would have to win tomorrow and the Giants would have to lose, in order for STL to have a shot (in which case they would tie, and have a tiebreaker game on Monday). Things will probably not go that direction. All the more reason I'm gonna root for NYM on Wednesday.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/01/16 at 7:14 pm

I suppose youre right; they would have to win tomorrow and the Giants would have to lose, in order for STL to have a shot (in which case they would tie, and have a tiebreaker game on Monday). Things will probably not go that direction. All the more reason I'm gonna root for NYM on Wednesday.

I doubt they'll have the Giants lose nor have the Cardinals win another game, since we only have a day left until the regular season ends.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/01/16 at 7:15 pm

I doubt they'll have the Giants lose nor have the Cardinals win another game, since we only have a day left until the regular season ends.

I'm just saying, it is theoretically possible... but I'm not holding my breath.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/01/16 at 7:17 pm

I'm just saying, it is theoretically possible... but I'm not holding my breath.

True. It could happen, but that's not gonna happen.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/01/16 at 7:19 pm

True. It could happen, but that's not gonna happen.

Most likely not.

I still want the Dodgers to beat the Giants tomorrow. Especially since it's gonna be the last game that Vin Scully will ever call. Today's game was not very good, but I looked away from the TV when it got bad, so that I could still hear Vin. He's really great to listen to (even when the game is not looking good for Dodgers), and I'm gonna miss hearing him once tomorrow's game is over.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/01/16 at 7:32 pm

Most likely not.

I still want the Dodgers to beat the Giants tomorrow. Especially since it's gonna be the last game that Vin Scully will ever call. Today's game was not very good, but I looked away from the TV when it got bad, so that I could still hear Vin. He's really great to listen to (even when the game is not looking good for Dodgers), and I'm gonna miss hearing him once tomorrow's game is over.

I could get that the Dodgers might win, but I'm not sure about the Cardinals. They haven't been doing so well, despite winning three consecutive games.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/02/16 at 9:22 pm

So, the Dudgers end their regular season by getting swept in AT&T Park. Ever since they clinched the NL West division a week ago, they've been on low power. I hope they don't carry this into the NLDS against the Nats, which begins on Friday.

This also means the Giants get the lower NL Wildcard spot, so the NL Wild Card Game will be played on Wednesday at Citi Field. Go Mets!

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/02/16 at 9:33 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/02/16 at 11:38 pm

Hopefully, the Mets might win the NL Wild Card game.

I hope so too.

The AL Wild Card Game will be a "battle of the birds", as the Orioles and Bluejays clinch those spots... with identical records (just like Mets and Giants in the NL!). However, the Jays will have the advantage because they won the season series with the Orioles (so the game will be in Toronto).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/03/16 at 12:24 am

One other note... no make-up or tiebreaker games will need to be played tomorrow (Monday).

The Tigers and Indians had one game rained out last week...but since the Tigers lost to the Braves, they got eliminated from the wildcard race and don't need to worry about it. So they'll settle for playing only 161 games this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/03/16 at 9:14 am

I hope so too.

The AL Wild Card Game will be a "battle of the birds", as the Orioles and Bluejays clinch those spots... with identical records (just like Mets and Giants in the NL!). However, the Jays will have the advantage because they won the season series with the Orioles (so the game will be in Toronto).

I don't really care if either the Blue Jays or Orioles win. Either of them would probably be beaten by the Red Sox in the ALCS, if they beat the Rangers.

One other note... no make-up or tiebreaker games will need to be played tomorrow (Monday).

The Tigers and Indians had one game rained out last week...but since the Tigers lost to the Braves, they got eliminated from the wildcard race and don't need to worry about it. So they'll settle for playing only 161 games this year.

Well, this is probably the official end of the 2016 regular season. Let's hope the Cubs could do good in this year's postseason, and hopefully win a pennant.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/03/16 at 7:07 pm

I don't really care if either the Blue Jays or Orioles win. Either of them would probably be beaten by the Red Sox in the ALCS, if they beat the Rangers.

Yeah, I'm fine with either team too. I don't have issues with 'em.

Well, this is probably the official end of the 2016 regular season. Let's hope the Cubs could do good in this year's postseason, and hopefully win a pennant.

It is. I will definitely root for the Cubs all the way... unless they face the Dodgers in the NLCS, but even if the Dodgers get beat, and the Cubs go to the World Series, I will root for them!

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/03/16 at 7:51 pm

It is. I will definitely root for the Cubs all the way... unless they face the Dodgers in the NLCS, but even if the Dodgers get beat, and the Cubs go to the World Series, I will root for them!

I'll most likely root for the Cubs, since the Dodgers already tried three times to win a pennant (2008, 2009, and 2013) but failed. Hell, even in their playoff seasons after 1988 didn't have them reach the NLCS at all. They either got swept (1995 and 1996), or beaten by four or five games (2004, 2006, 2014, and 2015). Same with the Cubs, but this is a team where they haven't even won a single NLCS nor a pennant since 1945. Especially since that's way before the divisional era even started in 1969.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/03/16 at 11:36 pm

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/04/16 at 8:24 am

Dodgers did reach NLCS in 2008 and 2009 (losing to the Phillies both times) as well as 2013 (but lost to the Cardinals).

And I just found out that their first NLDS game this year, against the Nationals, starts this Friday at 2:38pm Pacific time, which translates to 5:38pm Eastern time.

I think I'll probably root for the Nationals, since they haven't been to the NLCS since 1981. That was when they were still called the Montreal Expos.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/04/16 at 1:24 pm

I think I'll probably root for the Nationals, since they haven't been to the NLCS since 1981. That was when they were still called the Montreal Expos.

And that was the only time that the franchise reached the postseason as the Expos.

Then of course in 1994, they had the best record in MLB, but that strike forced cancellation of the postseason. :-[

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/04/16 at 1:29 pm

And that was the only time that the franchise reached the postseason as the Expos.

Then of course in 1994, they had the best record in MLB, but that strike forced cancellation of the postseason. :-[

True. But the Nationals (since their inaugurating season in 2005) have never been into the NLCS at all. So I'm thinking this year's NLCS would be the Nationals vs. Cubs.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/04/16 at 1:33 pm

True. But the Nationals (since their inaugurating season in 2005) have never been into the NLCS at all.

Right. That is, since they moved to D.C. and became the Nationals in 2005.

Of course, they reached the NLDS in 2012 and again in 2014, but were beaten by the Cardinals and Giants respectively.

So I'm thinking this year's NLCS would be the Nationals vs. Cubs.

And that would be kinda epic, since one team would be attempting to reach the World Series for the first time in its franchise history, while the other team would be attempting to get there for the first time in 71 years.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/04/16 at 1:39 pm

Right. That is, since they moved to D.C. and became the Nationals in 2005.

Of course, they reached the NLDS in 2012 and again in 2014, but were beaten by the Cardinals and Giants respectively.

Yeah. But at least they weren't swept by their opponents during the NLDS.

And that would be kinda epic, since one team would be attempting to reach the World Series for the first time in its franchise history, while the other team would be attempting to get there for the first time in 71 years.

Even though the last time the Cubs went to the World Series, none of the expansion teams didn't even exist. Not even the Nationals. It would be wild to see them go against the Nationals in the NLCS.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/04/16 at 1:41 pm

Yeah. But at least they weren't swept by their opponents during the NLDS.

Nope. They had a chance to win their 2012 NLDS but the Cardinals came back.

Even though the last time the Cubs went to the World Series, none of the expansion teams didn't even exist. Not even the Nationals. It would be wild to see them go against the Nationals in the NLCS.

Right. That was before the Expansion Era...which started in 1961.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/04/16 at 1:45 pm

Nope. They had a chance to win their 2012 NLDS but the Cardinals came back.

They even won the first game of the 2012 NLDS. I thought they were going to win that year, but the Cardinals won.

Right. That was before the Expansion Era...which started in 1961.

True.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/04/16 at 1:47 pm

They even won the first game of the 2012 NLDS. I thought they were going to win that year, but the Cardinals won.

True.

I think they even had a lead in the ninth inning of the decisive Game Five, but couldn't hold onto it.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/04/16 at 1:53 pm

I think they even had a lead in the ninth inning of the decisive Game Five, but couldn't hold onto it.

Yeah. They scored 6 runs in the first three innings, but the Cardinals ran after them and scored 4 runs in the top of the 9th. Resulting the game as 9-7, with a Cardinals victory.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/04/16 at 2:02 pm

Yeah. They scored 6 runs in the first three innings, but the Cardinals ran after them and scored 4 runs in the top of the 9th. Resulting the game as 9-7, with a Cardinals victory.

And two years later, in 2014 (in fact, two years ago today), the Nationals were one out away from winning Game Two, but the Giants scored the tying run and forced extra innings...and the Giants ultimately won it in the 18th inning.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/04/16 at 2:18 pm

And two years later, in 2014 (in fact, two years ago today), the Nationals were one out away from winning Game Two, but the Giants scored the tying run and forced extra innings...and the Giants ultimately won it in the 18th inning.

That was an exciting playoff game. I think it ended almost around midnight.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/04/16 at 3:09 pm

That was an exciting playoff game. I think it ended almost around midnight.

Yeah, it did run kinda late. I know it started in the afternoon hours in my time zone, cuz I remember watching it...but I wasn't glued to the TV during the whole game.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/04/16 at 3:13 pm

Yeah, it did run kinda late. I know it started in the afternoon hours in my time zone, cuz I remember watching it...but I wasn't glued to the TV during the whole game.

I think I watched the game with my iPad, but I'm not sure if I watched the whole game though.

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Written By: nally on 10/04/16 at 3:15 pm

I watched parts of it, especially in the later innings.

Anyhoo, tonight at 8pm EDT (5pm PDT) is the AL Wild Card Game; it will air on TBS. Whichever team wins this game will face the Rangers in the ALDS.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/04/16 at 3:17 pm

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Written By: nally on 10/04/16 at 10:52 pm

Jays win it in 11 innings, on a 3-run walkoff home run by Edwin Encarnacion.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/05/16 at 5:54 am

Jays win it in 11 innings, on a 3-run walkoff home run by Edwin Encarnacion.

Well, the Blue Jays aren't that bad against the Rangers. Hopefully, their division series would be four or five games.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/05/16 at 6:42 pm

So, the Mets would soon play against the Giants in 30 minutes. For me, it's not like I tend to care so much about the Mets, but it's possible that they could win the game.

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Written By: nally on 10/05/16 at 10:16 pm

Well, the Blue Jays aren't that bad against the Rangers. Hopefully, their division series would be four or five games.

One thing's for sure: it'll be a rematch of one-half of last year's ALDS, as the teams battled it out with the Jays coming out on top in five games.

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Written By: nally on 10/05/16 at 10:17 pm

So, the Mets would soon play against the Giants in 30 minutes. For me, it's not like I tend to care so much about the Mets, but it's possible that they could win the game.

Game remained scoreless through eight innings; both Syndergaard and Madbum pitched well.

Right now it ain't lookin' so good...

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/06/16 at 5:45 am

Game remained scoreless through eight innings; both Syndergaard and Madbum pitched well.

Right now it ain't lookin' so good...

And... the Mets lost 3-0 against the Giants in the Wild Card game.

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Written By: nally on 10/06/16 at 6:30 pm

And... the Mets lost 3-0 against the Giants in the Wild Card game.

Yeah, that was frustrating. >:(

Go Cubbies!!

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/06/16 at 6:52 pm

Yeah, that was frustrating. >:(

Go Cubbies!!

To be fair, it doesn't really matter to me so much. I don't really mind the Mets losing that game, since they weren't a big deal towards this year's playoffs. Plus, they've done better last year.

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Written By: nally on 10/07/16 at 12:46 am

To be fair, it doesn't really matter to me so much. I don't really mind the Mets losing that game, since they weren't a big deal towards this year's playoffs. Plus, they've done better last year.

For some reason I thought they were your team (like the Dodgers are for me).

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Written By: nally on 10/07/16 at 12:47 am

Both ALDSes have one game in the books.

Blue Jays pounded the Rangers in Arlington, 10-1.

Indians edged the Red Sox in Cleveland, 5-4. Six home runs were hit in the game, most of them by players who were playing in the postseason for the first time this year!

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/07/16 at 6:13 am

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Written By: nally on 10/07/16 at 4:19 pm

The Red Sox should step up their game for the ALDS.

It's in progress right now on TBS... in just a few minutes I'll be going down to watch the Dodgers-Nationals game on FS1.

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Written By: nally on 10/07/16 at 4:20 pm

By the way, the Jays are now up 2 games to none on the Rangers in their ALDS.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/07/16 at 5:23 pm

For some reason I thought they were your team (like the Dodgers are for me).

Honestly, I don't really trust the Mets that much with what they're doing. I always think of them as the Yankees' baby brother, who always does their best to be like their big brother. Every time they face each other in the Subway Series, it's like a sibling rivalry. Except that it seems more cruel, since the Yankees are way more successful than the Mets. I mean, they had almost 20 World Series titles by the time the Mets had their inaugural season in 1962.

The only reason why I root for the Mets is because of my dad. He grew up with the Mets throughout almost their entire career. He was really into the team by the time they went to the World Series in 1969 against the Orioles. I could get why he could feel happy about it. Not only was that series one of the most historical ones of all time, but it was also one of the greatest postseason upsets. I wish I was a Yankee fan, but my dad would possibly disapprove if I did that. Same with my grandpa (mom's dad), since he really dislikes them. Not to mention that he's a Red Sox fan.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/07/16 at 5:25 pm

It's in progress right now on TBS... in just a few minutes I'll be going down to watch the Dodgers-Nationals game on FS1.

Luckily, the Dodgers are leading 1-0 in their first game of the NLDS.

By the way, the Jays are now up 2 games to none on the Rangers in their ALDS.

They're probably going for a sweep in Sunday's Game 3.

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Written By: nally on 10/08/16 at 12:50 am

Luckily, the Dodgers are leading 1-0 in their first game of the NLDS.

They're probably going for a sweep in Sunday's Game 3.

We'll see what happens.

Btw, Indians won their game 6-goose egg to put the Redsox on the brink of elimination.

In the NLDS, Dodgers beat the Nationals by a score of 4-3, although Clayton Kershaw had to labor through 5 innings; Cubs beat the Giants 1-0 on an 8th-inning solo homer by Javier Baez.

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Written By: nally on 10/08/16 at 12:51 am

Honestly, I don't really trust the Mets that much with what they're doing. I always think of them as the Yankees' baby brother, who always does their best to be like their big brother. Every time they face each other in the Subway Series, it's like a sibling rivalry. Except that it seems more cruel, since the Yankees are way more successful than the Mets. I mean, they had almost 20 World Series titles by the time the Mets had their inaugural season in 1962.

The only reason why I root for the Mets is because of my dad. He grew up with the Mets throughout almost their entire career. He was really into the team by the time they went to the World Series in 1969 against the Orioles. I could get why he could feel happy about it. Not only was that series one of the most historical ones of all time, but it was also one of the greatest postseason upsets. I wish I was a Yankee fan, but my dad would possibly disapprove if I did that. Same with my grandpa (mom's dad), since he really dislikes them. Not to mention that he's a Red Sox fan.

I think I understand now. ;)

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/08/16 at 8:25 am

We'll see what happens.

Btw, Indians won their game 6-goose egg to put the Redsox on the brink of elimination.

In the NLDS, Dodgers beat the Nationals by a score of 4-3, although Clayton Kershaw had to labor through 5 innings; Cubs beat the Giants 1-0 on an 8th-inning solo homer by Javier Baez.

Well, that's good. It seems like the Indians and Blue Jays are sweeping their way to the ALCS this year. Unless something happens in Game 3.

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Written By: nally on 10/08/16 at 4:29 pm

Well, that's good. It seems like the Indians and Blue Jays are sweeping their way to the ALCS this year. Unless something happens in Game 3.

Sure, anything can happen. We'll find out tomorrow.

Meanwhile, Game Two of the NLDS between the Dodgers and Nationals is rained out and will be made up tomorrow, early in the day, before the teams travel west to L.A. for Monday's game.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/08/16 at 6:11 pm

Sure, anything can happen. We'll find out tomorrow.

Meanwhile, Game Two of the NLDS between the Dodgers and Nationals is rained out and will be made up tomorrow, early in the day, before the teams travel west to L.A. for Monday's game.

Yeah. I think the only thing that I'll worry about is the Cubs doing okay in the NLDS. The Indians and Blue Jays are just going to sweep their opponents in Game 3, while the Dodgers would might go for a fair series.

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Written By: nally on 10/09/16 at 9:19 am

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Written By: nally on 10/09/16 at 9:21 am

The Indians and Blue Jays are just going to sweep their opponents in Game 3, while the Dodgers would might go for a fair series.

I will probably watch parts of those games later on.

If they succeed in sweeping the Rangers and Red Sox, respectively, it would be the first time since 2014 that both ALDSes are swept. (Royals swept Angels, and Orioles swept Tigers that year.)

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/09/16 at 9:54 am

Cubs won last night to put the Giants on the brink of elimination! (Of course, MadBum is slated to start Game Three in SF tomorrow night.)

Dodgers will hopefully make up their Game Two today in D.C.; the game is scheduled to start in about three hours.

So it's possible to have the Cubs sweep the Giants tonight in Game 3. Hopefully, that would might bring the Cubs to what they promised to their fans for over 100 years. It's just like the 2004 ALDS, when the Red Sox swept the Twins 3 games to 0, to advance at the ALCS against the Yankees. As for the Dodgers vs. Nationals series, I'll might favor with the Nationals in this one. They only have four games left until either of them advance to the NLCS.

I will probably watch parts of those games later on.

If they succeed in sweeping the Rangers and Red Sox, respectively, it would be the first time since 2014 that both ALDSes are swept. (Royals swept Angels, and Orioles swept Tigers that year.)

It'll seem like deja vu when they do that. But having an Indians vs. Blue Jays ALCS seems intense. For one, they never went to the World Series in the 21st century. So it would be historical if either of them win.

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Written By: nally on 10/09/16 at 9:59 am

So it's possible to have the Cubs sweep the Giants tonight in Game 3. Hopefully, that would might bring the Cubs to what they promised to their fans for over 100 years. It's just like the 2004 ALDS, when the Red Sox swept the Twins 3 games to 0, to advance at the ALCS against the Yankees.

The Red Sox then found themselves in a 3-games-to-none hole against the Yankees and battled back, ultimately winning that '04 ALCS... and went on to sweep the Cardinals in the World Series, thereby breaking an 86-year curse.

As for the Dodgers vs. Nationals series, I'll might favor with the Nationals in this one. They only have four games left until either of them advance to the NLCS.

And if the Nationals do advance, it'll be their first time winning a postseason series since the Divisional Series in 1981 when they were the Montreal Expos. (That year, a strike wiped out two months of the season, so they decided to split the season in two, with a "first half" winner and a "second half" winner.) On the NL side, Dodgers defeated the Astros, and the Expos defeated the Phillies. Dodgers would defeat the Expos in that year's NLCS, which back then was a best-of-five.

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Written By: nally on 10/09/16 at 10:00 am

It'll seem like deja vu when they do that. But having an Indians vs. Blue Jays ALCS seems intense. For one, they never went to the World Series in the 21st century. So it would be historical if either of them win.

Similarly, if the Dodgers and Cubs end up meeting in the NLCS, then four teams would be vying to reach the World Series for the first time this century (Indians and Blue Jays on the AL side, as you mentioned; and Dodgers and Cubs on the NL side).

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/09/16 at 10:26 am

The Red Sox then found themselves in a 3-games-to-none hole against the Yankees and battled back, ultimately winning that '04 ALCS... and went on to sweep the Cardinals in the World Series, thereby breaking an 86-year curse.

Same with the Cubs, if they break their 108-year curse. It would've been amazing, since they never got a chance to win anything aside from a few NLDS wins.

And if the Nationals do advance, it'll be their first time winning a postseason series since the Divisional Series in 1981 when they were the Montreal Expos. (That year, a strike wiped out two months of the season, so they decided to split the season in two, with a "first half" winner and a "second half" winner.) On the NL side, Dodgers defeated the Astros, and the Expos defeated the Phillies. Dodgers would defeat the Expos in that year's NLCS, which back then was a best-of-five.

If it happened in 1985 and after, then the Expos would've gotten two more games left to win that NLCS. But they never did.

Similarly, if the Dodgers and Cubs end up meeting in the NLCS, then four teams would be vying to reach the World Series for the first time this century (Indians and Blue Jays on the AL side, as you mentioned; and Dodgers and Cubs on the NL side).

That would be true, since they never seem to ace the NLCS at all in this century. Not even one of them. But with the Cubs, they haven't even got an NLCS win for their entire franchise history. Ever since they won their first divisional title in 1984, it was never proven for them to win the NLCS at all.

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Written By: nally on 10/09/16 at 10:33 am

Same with the Cubs, if they break their 108-year curse. It would've been amazing, since they never got a chance to win anything aside from a few NLDS wins.

If it happened in 1985 and after, then the Expos would've gotten two more games left to win that NLCS. But they never did.

Of course, the Expos never reached the postseason again after 1981 as the Expos. (In fact, 1981 was the only year that the Expos made the postseason. Had there been no strike/lockout in 1994, they would very likely have gotten there.)

That would be true, since they never seem to ace the NLCS at all in this century. Not even one of them. But with the Cubs, they haven't even got an NLCS win for their entire franchise history. Ever since they won their first divisional title in 1984, it was never proven for them to win the NLCS at all.

Yep... 1984, 1989, 2003, and 2015 they got to the NLCS, but couldn't win it.

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Written By: nally on 10/09/16 at 10:36 am

Yep... 1984, 1989, 2003, and 2015 they got to the NLCS, but couldn't win it.

One other note on the 1989 NLCS: the Cubs were beaten by the Giants, who went on to get swept by the Oakland Athletics in the earthquake-interrupted World Series.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/09/16 at 10:47 am

Of course, the Expos never reached the postseason again after 1981 as the Expos. (In fact, 1981 was the only year that the Expos made the postseason. Had there been no strike/lockout in 1994, they would very likely have gotten there.)

If they went to the postseason in 1994, they would probably be the National League champion. I'm not really sure if they could win the World Series that year, but it would be a challenge towards them.

Yep... 1984, 1989, 2003, and 2015 they got to the NLCS, but couldn't win it.

Same with 1998, 2007, and 2008, but they didn't went to the NLCS in those years.

One other note on the 1989 NLCS: the Cubs were beaten by the Giants, who went on to get swept by the Oakland Athletics in the earthquake-interrupted World Series.

Have that World Series be in seven games, then it would've been the first time Major League Baseball was played in November, instead of 2001.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/09/16 at 5:07 pm

So, the Nationals tied the series 1-1 against the Dodgers. I was right when I said that they wouldn't be swept by the Dodgers soon.

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Written By: nally on 10/09/16 at 8:16 pm

If they went to the postseason in 1994, they would probably be the National League champion. I'm not really sure if they could win the World Series that year, but it would be a challenge towards them.

The world will never know. But it would have been great for the franchise, had there been no strike/lockout.

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Written By: nally on 10/09/16 at 8:21 pm

Same with 1998, 2007, and 2008, but they didn't went to the NLCS in those years.

Yes, they lost the NLDS all three of those times. I was just listing the years that they got to the NLCS.

Have that World Series be in seven games, then it would been the first time Major League Baseball was played in November, instead of 2001.

Right... because Games 3 and 4 of the '89 series were finally played on October 27th and 28th respectively. Then if Game 5 had been necessary, it would have been played on the 29th... and then Game 6 on Halloween, and Game 7 on the first of November.

Also, had the Cubs gotten there instead of the Giants, the earthquake would not have had an immediate effect on the series, because the National League hosted Game Three, and the Cubs representing the NL would have had Wrigley Field in Chicago as the venue (but in this case it was the Giants, a team in the Bay Area; so that part of the series had to be postponed). However, if the Cubs were in the series and it needed to be taken back to Oakland for a possible Game Six (under normal circumstances), then it might be a different story.

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Written By: nally on 10/09/16 at 8:21 pm

So, the Nationals tied the series 1-1 against the Dodgers. I was right when I said that they wouldn't be swept by the Dodgers soon.

Nope. This means a Game Four will be necessary on Tuesday at Dodger Stadium; 20-year-old rookie Julio Urias will be the scheduled starter. Maeda will start Game Three tomorrow.

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Written By: nally on 10/09/16 at 8:25 pm

Meanwhile, rain in Boston has preempted Game Three of the Indians/Redsox ALDS until tomorrow.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/09/16 at 8:53 pm

The world will never know. But it would have been great for the franchise, had there been no strike/lockout.

It would've made the Mariners as the only MLB franchise that hasn't been to the World Series.

Yes, they lost the NLDS all three of those times. I was just listing the years that they got to the NLCS.

But they still haven't got to the World Series in either of those years.

Right... because Games 3 and 4 of the '89 series were finally played on October 27th and 28th respectively. Then if Game 5 had been necessary, it would have been played on the 29th... and then Game 6 on Halloween, and Game 7 on the first of November.

Along with that, the 2001 World Series wouldn't be that historical, haven't it be the first actual time that MLB is played in November.

Also, had the Cubs gotten there instead of the Giants, the earthquake would not have had an immediate effect on the series, because the National League hosted Game Three, and the Cubs representing the NL would have had Wrigley Field in Chicago as the venue (but in this case it was the Giants, a team in the Bay Area; so that part of the series had to be postponed). However, if the Cubs were in the series and it needed to be taken back to Oakland for a possible Game Six (under normal circumstances), then it might be a different story.

It would still have all of their games being played in October, if the Cubs won the NL pennant that year.

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Written By: nally on 10/09/16 at 8:54 pm

It would've made the Mariners as the only MLB franchise that hasn't been to the World Series.

Yep... although in 2001 that team had the best record in MLB; too bad they fell apart in the ALCS to the Yankees.

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Written By: nally on 10/09/16 at 8:57 pm

It would still have all of their games being played in October, if the Cubs won the NL pennant that year.

Very true... because then the series would have finished up in Chicago as late as the 19th (weather permitting), and taken back to the Bay Area on the 21st if necessary...but then the Bay Area was still recovering from the quake. So if anything, maybe Games 6 & 7 would have been played the following weekend, which would've still been October.

Of course, that's if the Cubs had beaten the Giants in the '89 NLCS, instead of the other way around.

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Written By: nally on 10/09/16 at 8:59 pm

Along with that, the 2001 World Series wouldn't be that historical, haven't it be the first actual time that MLB is played in November.

But the 2001 World Series was still historical in light of the fact that Games 3 through 5 were played in New York, which was recovering from the attacks of Nine-Eleven. And for the Yankees' sake, they won all three of those games.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/09/16 at 9:07 pm

Very true... because then the series would have finished up in Chicago as late as the 19th (weather permitting), and taken back to the Bay Area on the 21st if necessary...but then the Bay Area was still recovering from the quake. So if anything, maybe Games 6 & 7 would have been played the following weekend, which would've still been October.

Of course, that's if the Cubs had beaten the Giants in the '89 NLCS, instead of the other way around.

Plus, it wouldn't be that long since the World Series was delayed to 10 days when the 1989 San Francisco earthquake happened. But with Chicago, it would still be played in October, without any November games. Thus, making the 2001 World Series as the first time that Major League Baseball was played in November.

But the 2001 World Series was still historical in light of the fact that Games 3 through 5 were played in New York, which was recovering from the attacks of Nine-Eleven. And for the Yankees' sake, they won all three of those games.

Granted, the Yankees were still suffering through the 9/11 attacks. Hell, they should have won that year, since everywhere across the world was feeling sorrow for New York at the time. But it's baseball. It's not like anything would happen by some prophecy, since Major League Baseball doesn't have that. If that's the case, then the 1969 World Series would've gone to the Orioles instead of the Mets, since everybody wanted them to win that year.

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Written By: nally on 10/09/16 at 9:11 pm

Plus, it wouldn't be that long since the World Series was delayed to 10 days when the 1989 San Francisco earthquake happened. But with Chicago, it would still be played in October, without any November games. Thus, making the 2001 World Series as the first time that Major League Baseball was played in November.

Correct.

Granted, the Yankees were still suffering through the 9/11 attacks. Hell, they should have won that year, since everywhere across the world was feeling sorrow for New York at the time. But it's baseball. It's not like anything would happen by some prophecy, since Major League Baseball doesn't have that. If that's the case, then the 1969 World Series would've gone to the Orioles instead of the Mets, since everybody wanted them to win that year.

Yeah. But like I said, at least the Yankees won all games they'd played on their home turf. (Had they won game 1 or 2 in Arizona, then they would've won the series and not had to go back to Arizona for games 6 and 7. From a personal standpoint, I was rooting for the Dbacks.)

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Written By: nally on 10/09/16 at 9:11 pm

Anyways, the Rangers and Blue Jays are currently playing the third game of their ALDS, so I'mma go sign off and finish watching that pretty soon. I turned on the TV a few times during the game and the Jays were ahead... but I just checked the score online and it was tied at 6 in the 7th inning.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/09/16 at 9:16 pm

Yeah. But like I said, at least the Yankees won all games they'd played on their home turf. (Had they won game 1 or 2 in Arizona, then they would've won the series and not had to go back to Arizona for games 6 and 7. From a personal standpoint, I was rooting for the Dbacks.)

The Yankees were positive that they might win the 2001 WS. They had the same offense and defense as they had from the late 90s/early 2000s, and they were still kicking ass at the time. They even made the same mistake when they faced the Marlins in 2003, although they were victorious during the ALDS and ALCS at the same year.

Anyways, the Rangers and Blue Jays are currently playing the third game of their ALDS, so I'mma go sign off and finish watching that pretty soon. I turned on the TV a few times during the game and the Jays were ahead... but I just checked the score online and it was tied at 6 in the 7th inning.

It's now at the top of the 8th. Hopefully, the Blue Jays would make a comeback at the time.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/09/16 at 9:41 pm

It's still tied to 6 runs at the end of the 9th, with the Blue Jays still leading with two games against none in the ALDS.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/09/16 at 10:17 pm

The Blue Jays won 7-6 against the Rangers in their ALDS tonight. They advance to the ALCS, which makes it their seventh ALCS appearance in their franchise history.

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Written By: nally on 10/10/16 at 11:52 am

Yep...the Jays defeat the Rangers to reach the ALCS for a second straight year. This time it'll be against either Cleveland or Boston. If the Indians win today, then they'll host the first two games of ALCS.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/10/16 at 12:00 pm

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Written By: nally on 10/10/16 at 12:02 pm

If the Indians might win today, then it would be as amazing as it was in 2014.

Yep, because then both ALDSes would be swept, just as in that year.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/10/16 at 12:09 pm

Yep, because then both ALDSes would be swept, just as in that year.

It would've been an interesting matchup if the Indians go to the ALCS this year.

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Written By: nally on 10/10/16 at 12:11 pm

I'd like to see that.

I'd also like to see the Cubs finish off the Giants tonight...but they'll have to do it against MadBum. If not, then they'll have another chance tomorrow.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/10/16 at 12:37 pm

I'd like to see that.

I'd also like to see the Cubs finish off the Giants tonight...but they'll have to do it against MadBum. If not, then they'll have another chance tomorrow.

I bet the Cubs might find a way to beat the Giants with Madbum tonight.

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Written By: nally on 10/10/16 at 2:12 pm

I bet the Cubs might find a way to beat the Giants with Madbum tonight.

Let's hope so. :D

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/10/16 at 2:39 pm

Let's hope so. :D

On the other hand, the Cubs have Jake Arrieta as their starting pitcher for Game 3 of their NLDS with the Giants. So, that's good for them.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/10/16 at 9:00 pm

So, the Indians and Nationals both won their games against their opponents in today's postseason games. I don't really think I should stay up for the Cubs game, since it would end really late.

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Written By: nally on 10/10/16 at 11:15 pm

So, the Indians and Nationals both won their games against their opponents in today's postseason games. I don't really think I should stay up for the Cubs game, since it would end really late.

Yeah, I was disappointed about the WSH-LAD game. Kenley Jansen came on to start the 9th inning with his team down one run... and it turned into a five-run deficit. :-\\

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Written By: nally on 10/10/16 at 11:16 pm

On the other hand, the Cubs have Jake Arrieta as their starting pitcher for Game 3 of their NLDS with the Giants. So, that's good for them.

I don't really think I should stay up for the Cubs game, since it would end really late.

Arrieta got the party started with a 3-run home run off MadBum... and on last check, the Cubs were leading 3-2 in the 7th.

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Written By: nally on 10/11/16 at 12:07 am

Doggone it, the Giants pulled ahead in the 8th inning >:(

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Written By: nally on 10/11/16 at 12:23 am

Top of the 9th: Kris Bryant hit a two-run homer to tie it back up again, 5-5! :D

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/11/16 at 5:40 am

Doggone it, the Giants pulled ahead in the 8th inning >:(

And... they won 6-5 against the Cubs. It's not like it matters yet, since they have two more games. Plus, the Cubs might win tonight with Game 4.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/11/16 at 4:37 pm

The Dodgers are leading 2-1 against the Nationals in Game 4 of their division series. In the top of the 1st, I might add.

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Written By: nally on 10/11/16 at 8:20 pm

And... they won 6-5 against the Cubs. It's not like it matters yet, since they have two more games. Plus, the Cubs might win tonight with Game 4.

Yeah, that was a bummer. Right now the Giants have an early 1-0 lead; hopefully the Cubs can do some scoring.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/11/16 at 8:22 pm

The Dodgers are leading 2-1 against the Nationals in Game 4 of their division series. In the top of the 1st, I might add.

They won 6-5 to send the series back to Washington DC for a decider on Thursday!

Clayton Kershaw pitched well, for the most part. He left with a lead, but the 'pen could not hold it up after he exited in the 7th with 2 out and bases loaded. Thankfully the Dodgers regained the lead in bottom 8 after Andrew Toles and pinch-hitter Andre Ethier singled, after which Chase Utley knocked in the go-ahead run.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/11/16 at 8:31 pm

Right now the Giants have an early 1-0 lead; hopefully the Cubs can do some scoring.

Now it's tied, 1-1, middle of the 3rd.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/11/16 at 9:54 pm

They won 6-5 to send the series back to Washington DC for a decider on Thursday!

Clayton Kershaw pitched well, for the most part. He left with a lead, but the 'pen could not hold it up after he exited in the 7th with 2 out and bases loaded. Thankfully the Dodgers regained the lead in bottom 8 after Andrew Toles and pinch-hitter Andre Ethier singled, after which Chase Utley knocked in the go-ahead run.

I'm just going to expect that the Dodgers might win the NLDS, since they have more potential than the Nationals. Plus, it's not like they could that well with Daniel Murphy. Even if he's with the Nationals during this season, I find him more active during last year, when he was with the Mets.

Now it's tied, 1-1, middle of the 3rd.

The Giants are leading 5-2, during the middle of the 6th.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/12/16 at 11:52 am

For the second time since 2015, the Cubs have won a spot in the NLCS. Which means the Giants are eliminated from the playoffs, which I'm proud about it.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/12/16 at 10:13 pm

I'm just going to expect that the Dodgers might win the NLDS, since they have more potential than the Nationals. Plus, it's not like they could that well with Daniel Murphy. Even if he's with the Nationals during this season, I find him more active during last year, when he was with the Mets.

We shall find out tomorrow.

The Giants are leading 5-2, during the middle of the 6th.

And the score remained that way until the top of the 9th, when the Cubs tied it up and went ahead!! And then Aroldis Chapman retired the side in order in bottom 9th, to finish off the Giants... and put an end to their "even-numbered year magic" streak!! :D

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/12/16 at 10:14 pm

For the second time since 2015, the Cubs have won a spot in the NLCS. Which means the Giants are eliminated from the playoffs, which I'm proud about it.

I'm proud about it too!! :D And when tomorrow's Dodgers/Nationals game is over, the winner of that game will play the Cubs in the NLCS, starting Saturday night in Chicago.

I couldn't come online last night after the game was done and post about it, because I had to go to bed early last night and get up very early this morning.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/13/16 at 5:50 am

I'm proud about it too!! :D And when tomorrow's Dodgers/Nationals game is over, the winner of that game will play the Cubs in the NLCS, starting Saturday night in Chicago.

I couldn't come online last night after the game was done and post about it, because I had to go to bed early last night and get up very early this morning.

Hopefully, the Cubs might win the series (not gonna lie), since they have good pitching and batting against either the Dodgers or Nationals.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/13/16 at 6:26 pm

Hopefully, the Cubs might win the series (not gonna lie), since they have good pitching and batting against either the Dodgers or Nationals.

Yes, the Cubs have been heavily favored all year. Should they get to the World Series, I will root for them.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/13/16 at 6:41 pm

Yes, the Cubs have been heavily favored all year. Should they get to the World Series, I will root for them.

Same with me. I don't think anybody born after the late 1890s or early 1900s (1900-1903, since they were kids at the time) has ever seen the Cubs win a World Series. That's saying something if they last won a WS title in 1908, which was way before a lot of political and historical events even happened that formed modern society.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/14/16 at 5:42 am

The Dodgers eliminated the Nationals 4-3 in Game 5 of their NLDS. But hopefully, the Cubs might win against them.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/14/16 at 12:36 pm

Same with me. I don't think anybody born after the late 1890s or early 1900s (1900-1903, since they were kids at the time) has ever seen the Cubs win a World Series. That's saying something if they last won a WS title in 1908, which was way before a lot of political and historical events even happened that formed modern society.

Yup.

The Dodgers eliminated the Nationals 4-3 in Game 5 of their NLDS. But hopefully, the Cubs might win against them.

...with Clayton Kershaw getting the final two outs to record his first save at the Major League level. O0

This NLCS should be a great battle; both teams are vying for their first-ever World Series appearance since last century. Of course I will personally be rooting for the Dodgers, but if the Cubs win then that'll be fine with me too. One thing is for certain: in the World Series, I will root for the NL winner.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/14/16 at 12:47 pm

Yup.

It's like the same with those born in 1908, even though most of them are dead (with all due respect). I mean, they probably had relatives who went to the 1908 World Series before they were born or when they were babies.

...with Clayton Kershaw getting the final two outs to record his first save at the Major League level. O0

This NLCS should be a great battle; both teams are vying for their first-ever World Series appearance since last century. Of course I will personally be rooting for the Dodgers, but if the Cubs win then that'll be fine with me too. One thing is for certain: in the World Series, I will root for the NL winner.

For anything, I'll root for the Cubs this year. I've been saying dozens of times that they haven't been to the World Series since 1945.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/14/16 at 12:53 pm

It's like the same with those born in 1908, even though most of them are dead (with all due respect). I mean, they probably had relatives who went to the 1908 World Series before they were born or when they were babies.

Right...and even those still alive who were born in 1908 would not remember it, because most people probably can't remember anything from their babyhood years. (I even mentioned in another thread that I, as a 1980-born person, cannot remember anything from prior to 1983, the year I was 3.)

For anything, I'll root for the Cubs this year. I've been saying dozens of times that they haven't been to the World Series since 1945.

Most people have been establishing that fact as well, including me. After all, of all the teams that have appeared in the World Series, theirs was the longest ago.

And by the way, today is the 13th anniversary of the "Bartman game", in which the Cubs were 5 outs away from getting there for the first time in 58 years, but everything fell apart for them after that. (I just made a post about this in the History Of Sport thread.) This year, however, things are gonna (hopefully) be different.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/14/16 at 1:35 pm

Right...and even those still alive who were born in 1908 would not remember it, because most people probably can't remember anything from their babyhood years. (I even mentioned in another thread that I, as a 1980-born person, cannot remember anything from prior to 1983, the year I was 3.)

Which is why their parents might recall watching the 1908 World Series, and might tell them about it as a story. Or unless their parents aren't really interested into baseball.

Most people have been establishing that fact as well, including me. After all, of all the teams that have appeared in the World Series, theirs was the longest ago.

Even with the Nationals and Mariners, which are the only franchises that haven't been to the World Series yet, doesn't have it as long as the Cubs. Since they had their inaugural seasons years after the Cubs' last WS appearance.

And by the way, today is the 13th anniversary of the "Bartman game", in which the Cubs were 5 outs away from getting there for the first time in 58 years, but everything fell apart for them after that. (I just made a post about this in the History Of Sport thread.) This year, however, things are gonna (hopefully) be different.

Hopefully, Cubs fans learn their lesson about not catching foul balls that much during postseason games. Especially when they're in the NLCS. Even if they do it in this series, I hope they just do it early on. Like in the first three games, or the earlier innings in later games.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/14/16 at 2:46 pm

Even with the Nationals and Mariners, which are the only franchises that haven't been to the World Series yet, doesn't have it as long as the Cubs. Since they had their inaugural seasons years after the Cubs' last WS appearance.

In fact, ALL the expansion teams had their inaugural seasons many years after the Cubs' last WS appearance. Starting in 1961 with the Los Angeles Angels and "new" Washington Senators (who later became the Texas Rangers).

Hopefully, Cubs fans learn their lesson about not catching foul balls that much during postseason games. Especially when they're in the NLCS. Even if they do it in this series, I hope they just do it early on. Like in the first three games, or the earlier innings in later games.

Yeah, it could be very crucial.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/14/16 at 2:53 pm

In fact, ALL the expansion teams had their inaugural seasons many years after the Cubs' last WS appearance. Starting in 1961 with the Los Angeles Angels and "new" Washington Senators (who later became the Texas Rangers).

Yeah. Especially when the most recent expansion teams (Diamondbacks and Rays) had their inaugural seasons 53 years after the Cubs' last appearance in the World Series.

Yeah, it could be very crucial.

Even to other teams during the postseason.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/14/16 at 6:42 pm

Yeah. Especially when the most recent expansion teams (Diamondbacks and Rays) had their inaugural seasons 53 years after the Cubs' last appearance in the World Series.

Even to other teams during the postseason.

And then the Diamondbacks became the fastest expansion team to reach a World Series, and then win it (in 2001, their 4th year of existence). Before that, the Marlins achieved the feat in only their fifth year of existence.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/14/16 at 6:47 pm

Anyways, the ALCS is about to begin. I probably won't be watching the game from start to finish, but I will check in on it while it's in progress.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/14/16 at 6:50 pm

And then the Diamondbacks became the fastest expansion team to reach a World Series, and then win it (in 2001, their 4th year of existence). Before that, the Marlins achieved the feat in only their fifth year of existence.

True. It doesn't seem like a long time ago when the Diamondbacks last won the World Series in 2001. Compared to when the Cubs last reached the World Series, it seemed like they didn't have anything to relate to within their droughts. Even though it's not really like that with the expansion teams.

Anyways, the ALCS is about to begin. I probably won't be watching the game from start to finish, but I will check in on it while it's in progress.

Same with me. I'm okay with either of them winning. They haven't been to the World Series since the 90s.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/14/16 at 6:56 pm

True. It doesn't seem like a long time ago when the Diamondbacks last won the World Series in 2001. Compared to when the Cubs last reached the World Series, it seemed like they didn't have anything to relate to within their droughts. Even though it's not really like that with the expansion teams.

And then the following year, the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim made their first-ever World Series appearance...and came out on top, even though they were facing elimination late in Game Six.

Same with me. I'm okay with either of them winning. They haven't been to the World Series since the 90s.

So true! Blue Jays in 1992 and '93 (winning both times); Indians in 1995 and '97 (losing both times).

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/14/16 at 7:01 pm

And then the following year, the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim made their first-ever World Series appearance...and came out on top, even though they were facing elimination late in Game Six.

But yet, it took them 41 years to get an AL pennant. Which is the second longest time for something like that. The longest being the Nationals, which they've never won a pennant for their 47-year career as a franchise.

So true! Blue Jays in 1992 and '93 (winning both times); Indians in 1995 and '97 (losing both times).

Funny enough, the Braves faced both the Blue Jays and Indians during the 90s. 1992 for the Blue Jays, with 1995 for the Indians.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/14/16 at 7:03 pm

But yet, it took them 41 years to get an AL pennant. Which is the second longest time for something like that. The longest being the Nationals, which they've never won a pennant for their 47-year career as a franchise.

This of course is their 48th season (1969 was the 1st season, 1970 was the 2nd, etc), and the only postseason series they ever won was the 1981 National League Divisional Series, but that was when they were still the Montreal Expos. (They lost the NLCS to the Dodgers.)

Anyways, the game is about to start, so I'mma sign off pretty soon.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/14/16 at 7:08 pm

This of course is their 48th season (1969 was the 1st season, 1970 was the 2nd, etc), and the only postseason series they ever won was the 1981 National League Divisional Series, but that was when they were still the Montreal Expos. (They lost the NLCS to the Dodgers.)

Well, it's been 47 years since the Expos/Nationals have been around MLB.

Anyways, the game is about to start, so I'mma sign off pretty soon.

I'll might watch it as well, so I could see how fascinating an Indians vs. Blue Jays ALCS is.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/15/16 at 3:22 pm

Well, it's been 47 years since the Expos/Nationals have been around MLB.

Right. After all, they debuted that many years ago. (As did the San Diego Padres.)

I'll might watch it as well, so I could see how fascinating an Indians vs. Blue Jays ALCS is.

...And I ended up watching most of the game (except for while I was eating dinner). Cleveland won, 2-0, on a two-run homer by Francisco Lindor.

Game Two should be in progress right now.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/15/16 at 3:47 pm

Right. After all, they debuted that many years ago. (As did the San Diego Padres.)

...And I ended up watching most of the game (except for while I was eating dinner). Cleveland won, 2-0, on a two-run homer by Francisco Lindor.

I saw the game's updates on MLB At Bat last night. Then I thought the Indians would win the game, because of that home run.

Game Two should be in progress right now.

The Indians are leading 1-0 in the top of the 3rd.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/15/16 at 5:36 pm

And I have watched some of the game, and on last check it was 2-1 Tribe.

Yep, still that way in top of 8th.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/15/16 at 5:44 pm

And I have watched some of the game, and on last check it was 2-1 Tribe.

Yep, still that way in top of 8th.

Well, they have five more innings left until they win Game 2.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/15/16 at 5:49 pm

End of the 8th. No change in score.

So if the Indians can hold on and win this one, then they go up 2 games to none on the Jays as the series shifts to Toronto.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/15/16 at 5:59 pm

Game over. Indians win, 2 to 1.

...they go up 2 games to none on the Jays as the series shifts to Toronto.

And they're halfway to a sweep, unless the Jays can win a game or two on their home turf.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/15/16 at 6:07 pm

And they're halfway to a sweep, unless the Jays can win a game or two on their home turf.

Well, the Blue Jays might take a few games before the Indians win. They didn't have the Royals sweep the ALCS last year. So it would be like a five or six game series.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/15/16 at 6:09 pm

We shall see.

Meanwhile, NLCS starts in about an hour. I will be able to watch maybe the first hour or so of the game before I have to go out.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/15/16 at 6:18 pm

We shall see.

Meanwhile, NLCS starts in about an hour. I will be able to watch maybe the first hour or so of the game before I have to go out.

The Cubs would win, in my opinion.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/15/16 at 6:22 pm

The Cubs would win, in my opinion.

They just might, with Jon Lester scheduled to take the mound for them tonight. And the Dodgers have not fared well against him. Earlier this year, on June 1, he beat the Dodgers at Wrigley Field. And in 2013, when he was a member of the Redsox, he beat them in an interleague game at Dodger Stadium.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/15/16 at 6:26 pm

They just might, with Jon Lester scheduled to take the mound for them tonight. And the Dodgers have not fared well against him. Earlier this year, on June 1, he beat the Dodgers at Wrigley Field. And in 2013, when he was a member of the Redsox, he beat them in an interleague game at Dodger Stadium.

Well, that's interesting for Cubs fans. Not gonna lie, that seems like a great way to start the NLCS this year.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/16/16 at 9:05 am

The Cubs won the first game 8-4, against the Dodgers in Wrigley Field last night.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/16/16 at 10:16 am

The Cubs won the first game 8-4, against the Dodgers in Wrigley Field last night.

I actually saw most of the game, even when I was out, as the TV in the restaurant had the game on.
Dodgers didn't get on the board until the 5th inning, when Andre Ethier hit a pinch-hit solo homer. Then they tied it up in the 8th inning against Aroldis Chapman (who inherited a bases-loaded, nobody-out situation). In the bottom of the 8th, Joe Blanton came on to try to hold the tie at 3-3, but their strategy of intentionally walking pinch hitter Chris Coghlan (to get Chapman out of the game, since his spot was due up next) backfired, as Miguel Montero (who pinch-hit for Chapman) hit a grand slam; then on the very next pitch, Fowler hit a solo shot to put the Cubs up 8-3. Finally, Hector Rondon (the Cubs' closer before they acquired Chapman from NYY) allowed one run in the top of the 9th and that was all.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/16/16 at 10:22 am

I actually saw most of the game, even when I was out, as the TV in the restaurant had the game on.
Dodgers didn't get on the board until the 5th inning, when Andre Ethier hit a pinch-hit solo homer. Then they tied it up in the 8th inning against Aroldis Chapman (who inherited a bases-loaded, nobody-out situation). In the bottom of the 8th, Joe Blanton came on to try to hold the tie at 3-3, but their strategy of intentionally walking pinch hitter Chris Coghlan (to get Chapman out of the game, since his spot was due up next) backfired, as Miguel Montero (who pinch-hit for Chapman) hit a grand slam; then on the very next pitch, Fowler hit a solo shot to put the Cubs up 8-3. Finally, Hector Rondon (the Cubs' closer before they acquired Chapman from NYY) allowed one run in the top of the 9th and that was all.

My dad had the game on last night on his TV. I remember seeing the bases loaded situation when the Cubs were leading 3-1. It lead the game to be tied, but Montero hit a grand slam when I was in my bedroom. Then Fowler hit another home run, having them lead 8-3. Then I went to sleep minutes after that happening.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/16/16 at 6:33 pm

Game Two starts in about half an hour. I wonder how well the Dodgers will do with Kershaw on the mound tonight.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/16/16 at 6:59 pm

Game Two starts in about half an hour. I wonder how well the Dodgers will do with Kershaw on the mound tonight.

It's gonna start in ten minutes. But I think either the Cubs or Dodgers would win.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/17/16 at 10:40 am

Kershaw pitched 7 scoreless innings, and Kenley Jansen took care of the rest. Dodgers won 1-0 on a second-inning solo homer by Adrian Gonzalez. This is the first time the Dodgers have won an NLCS game on the road since defeating the New York Mets in Game Seven of the 1988 series. (They lost two in Philadelphia in 2008, three in Philadelphia in 2009, and three in St. Louis in 2013.)

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/17/16 at 10:58 am

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/17/16 at 11:02 am

Well hopefully, the Cubs might come back for Game 3 in Dodger Stadium.

They might have a shot, with Jake Arrieta scheduled to take the mound in that game tomorrow night. Dodgers will counter with Rich Hill, whom they acquired from the Athletics on the first of August. Hill hasn't really been anything to crow about as of late. :-\\

In Game 4, on Wednesday night, Cubs will send John Lackey to the mound; Dodgers are undecided, but they might use Julio Urias. And since the series is now tied up at one game apiece, Game 5 is necessary on Thursday and will probably be a rematch of Game 1 starters.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/17/16 at 2:35 pm

They might have a shot, with Jake Arrieta scheduled to take the mound in that game tomorrow night. Dodgers will counter with Rich Hill, whom they acquired from the Athletics on the first of August. Hill hasn't really been anything to crow about as of late. :-\\

In Game 4, on Wednesday night, Cubs will send John Lackey to the mound; Dodgers are undecided, but they might use Julio Urias. And since the series is now tied up at one game apiece, Game 5 is necessary on Thursday and will probably be a rematch of Game 1 starters.

At least I was predictable on saying that this year's NLCS would be more than four games. With the Dodgers, they wouldn't face being swept by the Cubs in their own home field. But if it happens around Game 6 or 7, then that would be sweet.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/17/16 at 3:01 pm

At least I was predictable on saying that this year's NLCS would be more than four games. With the Dodgers, they wouldn't face being swept by the Cubs in their own home field. But if it happens around Game 6 or 7, then that would be sweet.

Yep. It's not going to be a sweep this year.

But the ALCS might be, but that's only if the Cleveland Indians win tonight and tomorrow night in Toronto.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/17/16 at 4:00 pm

Yep. It's not going to be a sweep this year.

But the ALCS might be, but that's only if the Cleveland Indians win tonight and tomorrow night in Toronto.

They might have a chance to sweep the Blue Jays for the next two games. But I'm not sure if the Blue Jays would kick ass in the next games or not.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/17/16 at 10:50 pm

Game over... Indians win 4-2 to take a 3-zip series lead.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/18/16 at 6:33 am

Game over... Indians win 4-2 to take a 3-zip series lead.

And the fourth game starts at 4:08 pm EST. So hopefully, the Indians would take on their first AL pennant in 19 years with a sweep.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/18/16 at 5:26 pm

Just got home and turned on the game and saw Toronto leading 2-1 in the 6th.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/18/16 at 6:04 pm

5-1 Jays, end of 8th. Looks like they are on their way to averting a sweep, and forcing at least a game 5 tomorrow.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/18/16 at 6:06 pm

5-1 Jays, end of 8th. Looks like they are on their way to averting a sweep, and forcing at least a game 5 tomorrow.

Well, that's not bad. I seem to think that either the Jays or Indians would win tomorrow.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/19/16 at 5:55 am

Turns out the Dodgers win it 6-0, which makes them lead 2 games to 1 in this year's NLCS. Hopefully, the Cubs might win the next few games.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/19/16 at 11:16 pm

Turns out the Dodgers win it 6-0, which makes them lead 2 games to 1 in this year's NLCS. Hopefully, the Cubs might win the next few games.

Yeah, that was a great game, at least from Dodger fans' points of view.

Today's game, the Cubs struck back in a big way. They pummeled L.A., 10-2, which means there will be a Game Six in Chicago on Saturday. The series is tied up again, this time 2-2.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/19/16 at 11:17 pm

Well, that's not bad. I seem to think that either the Jays or Indians would win tomorrow.

And the Indians blanked the Jays, 3-zip. This gives Cleveland their first AL pennant since 1997.

My dad, uncle and I were listening to this game on the radio on the way back from Palm Desert this afternoon. We were able to pick it up on a station that has a very strong signal.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/20/16 at 6:02 am

Yeah, that was a great game, at least from Dodger fans' points of view.

Today's game, the Cubs struck back in a big way. They pummeled L.A., 10-2, which means there will be a Game Six in Chicago on Saturday. The series is tied up again, this time 2-2.

Well, all the Cubs need is two more games, and they could get their first NL pennant since 1945. They could be the last National League team to win a pennant for the first time since the divisional era started.

And the Indians blanked the Jays, 3-zip. This gives Cleveland their first AL pennant since 1997.

My dad, uncle and I were listening to this game on the radio on the way back from Palm Desert this afternoon. We were able to pick it up on a station that has a very strong signal.

I guess the Cavaliers winning this year's NBA Finals gives them strength in the playoffs.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/20/16 at 6:45 pm

Well, all the Cubs need is two more games, and they could get their first NL pennant since 1945. They could be the last National League team to win a pennant for the first time since the divisional era started.

They could do it. Tonight's game, which starts in a few minutes, will be a rematch of Game One starters: Jon Lester for CHC and Kenta Maeda for LAD.

I guess the Cavaliers winning this year's NBA Finals gives them strength in the playoffs.

Oh yes.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/20/16 at 6:48 pm

They could do it. Tonight's game, which starts in a few minutes, will be a rematch of Game One starters: Jon Lester for CHC and Kenta Maeda for LAD.

If that's the case, then the Cubs would probably win the game for sure.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/20/16 at 6:49 pm

If that's the case, then the Cubs would probably win the game for sure.

They just might. Lester was dominant in Game One last Saturday night, and Maeda wasn't doing so well himself. However, neither pitcher factored in the decision, although the Cubs ended up winning that game. We'll see what happens this time.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/20/16 at 6:55 pm

They just might. Lester was dominant in Game One last Saturday night, and Maeda wasn't doing so well himself. However, neither pitcher factored in the decision, although the Cubs ended up winning that game. We'll see what happens this time.

It might be another Cubs victory, which would have them lead 3-2 when they go to Wrigley Field on Saturday for Game 6.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/20/16 at 11:40 pm

It might be another Cubs victory, which would have them lead 3-2 when they go to Wrigley Field on Saturday for Game 6.

...which is exactly what happened. Final score: CHC 8, LAD 4. :(

Kershaw will hopefully try to force a deciding game 7. If not, then the Cubs would win their first pennant in 71 years.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/21/16 at 5:57 am

...which is exactly what happened. Final score: CHC 8, LAD 4. :(

Kershaw will hopefully try to force a deciding game 7. If not, then the Cubs would win their first pennant in 71 years.

But Game 6 should be counted as one of the most historical postseason games in MLB. For the fact that the Cubs would win the first pennant in 71 years, along with their first NLCS, is a great milestone for them.

Subject: Re: 2016 Major League Baseball season

Written By: nally on 10/21/16 at 10:55 pm

But Game 6 should be counted as one of the most historical postseason games in MLB. For the fact that the Cubs would win the first pennant in 71 years, along with their first NLCS, is a great milestone for them.

Yes, it would definitely be historic; that is, if they win tomorrow night. Or Sunday night.

Of course, if the Cubs win, it would mean that the Dodgers lose, which would disappoint me (and many Dodger fans alike)... but at the same time I would be happy for the Cubs, because it would be historic for them, like you said. Now if the Cubs were battling a team other than the Dodgers in the NLCS (which was the case last year, as well as in '03...but of course they lost both times), then I would root for the Cubs in the NLCS.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/21/16 at 11:08 pm

Yes, it would definitely be historic; that is, if they win tomorrow night. Or Sunday night.

Of course, if the Cubs win, it would mean that the Dodgers lose, which would disappoint me (and many Dodger fans alike)... but at the same time I would be happy for the Cubs, because it would be historic for them, like you said. Now if the Cubs were battling a team other than the Dodgers in the NLCS (which was the case last year, as well as in '03...but of course they lost both times), then I would root for the Cubs in the NLCS.

I would've done the same if the Mets lost.

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Written By: nally on 10/21/16 at 11:13 pm

I would've done the same if the Mets lost.

Yep. I rooted for the Cubs in '03; at that time I finally realized that they had gone the longest of any team without reaching the World Series... but of course the Bartman incident shattered their hopes of getting there that year. And then last year the Mets swept 'em.

Of course in 2007 and '08, they reached the NLDS by winning the NL Central division both years... but they were swept out by the Diamondbacks and Dodgers respectively.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/22/16 at 8:48 am

Yep. I rooted for the Cubs in '03; at that time I finally realized that they had gone the longest of any team without reaching the World Series... but of course the Bartman incident shattered their hopes of getting there that year. And then last year the Mets swept 'em.

I could get why the Mets won last year. Especially when I wanted them to win the WS last year, but they blew it against the Royals. But people still had empathy towards the Cubs last year, despite not being the favorite of the postseason. However with the Cubs this year, I really do think that they could win the NL pennant for their fans. Most of them were probably born after their last WS appearance in 1945. Hell, they never got it broadcasted on live TV. So witnessing Game 6 of the 2016 NLCS for me is like seeing an athlete reach a world record that wasn't touched for years.

Of course in 2007 and '08, they reached the NLDS by winning the NL Central division both years... but they were swept out by the Diamondbacks and Dodgers respectively.

Then they never got back to the playoffs for 7 years.

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Written By: nally on 10/22/16 at 1:52 pm

I could get why the Mets won last year. Especially when I wanted them to win the WS last year, but they blew it against the Royals. But people still had empathy towards the Cubs last year, despite not being the favorite of the postseason. However with the Cubs this year, I really do think that they could win the NL pennant for their fans. Most of them were probably born after their last WS appearance in 1945. Hell, they never got it broadcasted on live TV. So witnessing Game 6 of the 2016 NLCS for me is like seeing an athlete reach a world record that wasn't touched for years.

I'm sure other people would feel that way too. I plan to watch it tonight... and if the Dodgers lose, then I'll be sad in that regard, but would also be happy for the Cubs making history.

Then they never got back to the playoffs for 7 years.

That's right.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/22/16 at 2:02 pm

I'm sure other people would feel that way too. I plan to watch it tonight... and if the Dodgers lose, then I'll be sad in that regard, but would also be happy for the Cubs making history.

Well, I hope it would be historical for Wrigley Field to see them win their first pennant in over 70 years.

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Written By: nally on 10/22/16 at 2:03 pm

Well, I hope it would be historical for Wrigley Field to see them win their first pennant in over 70 years.

And it would happen right there on Wrigley Field, in front of the home crowd. :)

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/22/16 at 2:26 pm

And it would happen right there on Wrigley Field, in front of the home crowd. :)

I would imagine the entire city of Chicago going crazy if they win Game 6 tonight. It would be like Boston after the Red Sox won the 2004 World Series.

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Written By: nally on 10/22/16 at 4:52 pm

I would imagine the entire city of Chicago going crazy if they win Game 6 tonight. It would be like Boston after the Red Sox won the 2004 World Series.

...which broke an 86-year drought for them. They've won two additional titles since then, in as many World Series appearances!

We shall see what happens in Chicago tonight!

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/22/16 at 5:27 pm

We shall see what happens in Chicago tonight!

I can't believe that the first pitch is gonna be in an hour and a half.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/22/16 at 10:01 pm

Well, for the first time in 71 years...

THE CUBS ARE GOING TO THE WORLD SERIES!!!

Kershaw was anything but himself tonight; Dodgers could not get anything going. Cubs pitching faced the minimum (27 batters). They managed two hits, both of which got erased by means of double plays; and one batter reached on an error, but was promptly picked off; finally, in the 9th inning, Aroldis Chapman walked a batter but got the next guy to ground out into a double play to end it.

That was one of the greatest postseason games that I ever saw since I was into baseball at age 12. The way they actually won their first NLCS and NL pennant seems amazing. Add to the fact that they're facing the Cleveland Indians, who last won the World Series in 1948. I felt really happy for myself towards an MLB game. Like, way happier than the Mets won the NLCS in 2015.

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Written By: nally on 10/22/16 at 10:08 pm

That was one of the greatest postseason games that I ever saw since I was into baseball at age 12. The way they actually won their first NLCS and NL pennant seems amazing. Add to the fact that they're facing the Cleveland Indians, who last won the World Series in 1948. I felt really happy for myself towards an MLB game. Like, way happier than the Mets won the NLCS in 2015.

A great accomplishment for them, yes. Now in the World Series, two teams are battling to win it all for the first time since the first half of the 20th Century.

Yeah. I had a feeling the Cubs were gonna win this game. Dodgers haven't been doing too well, defensively or offensively, since winning back-to-back games in the series by shutting out the Cubs in Games 2 and 3 (LAD's only wins). Yeah, Kershaw imploded tonight, lasting only 5 innings...but Kenley Jansen entered in the 6th inning and retired all 9 batters he faced.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/22/16 at 10:53 pm

A great accomplishment for them, yes. Now in the World Series, two teams are battling to win it all for the first time since the first half of the 20th Century.

Yeah. I had a feeling the Cubs were gonna win this game. Dodgers haven't been doing too well, defensively or offensively, since winning back-to-back games in the series by shutting out the Cubs in Games 2 and 3 (LAD's only wins). Yeah, Kershaw imploded tonight, lasting only 5 innings...but Kenley Jansen entered in the 6th inning and retired all 9 batters he faced.

I felt like the Cubs were gonna win it, since a lot of them don't want to repeat the same way they lost the 2003 NLCS. The fact they went through a 71 year drought is amazing towards anybody in MLB.

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Written By: nally on 10/22/16 at 10:55 pm

I felt like the Cubs were gonna win it, since a lot of them don't want to repeat the same way they lost the 2003 NLCS. The fact they went through a 71 year drought is amazing towards anybody in MLB.

Yeah, they were able to hold it together. Even CHC starter Kyle Hendricks was dominant while he pitched.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/22/16 at 10:59 pm

Yeah, they were able to hold it together. Even CHC starter Kyle Hendricks was dominant while he pitched.

The first five innings were spectacular towards the Cubs' offense and defense. I loved those two base hits during the bottom of the 1st, which lead the Cubs 2-0 towards the game.

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Written By: nally on 10/22/16 at 11:05 pm

Of course, Dodger left fielder Andrew Toles made an error in the first inning which allowed a baserunner (who eventually scored, hence an unearned run). You can be sure the Cub fans were all ecstatic... even for the whole game!

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/23/16 at 9:16 am

Of course, Dodger left fielder Andrew Toles made an error in the first inning which allowed a baserunner (who eventually scored, hence an unearned run). You can be sure the Cub fans were all ecstatic... even for the whole game!

They just want to see the Cubs go to the World Series, since they never saw them go that far in the playoffs. Unless those people had a relative who remembers the 1945 Cubs season, in which they saw them go to the World Series.

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Written By: nally on 10/23/16 at 9:44 pm

They just want to see the Cubs go to the World Series, since they never saw them go that far in the playoffs. Unless those people had a relative who remembers the 1945 Cubs season, in which they saw them go to the World Series.

Of course! That makes perfect sense.

I'm definitely going to root for the Cubs, as are most of my Facebook friends who've posted something about the baseball situation; however, one friend who lives locally to me is indicating he's rooting for the Indians because he was born in Ohio. I can certainly understand that. Still, whichever team wins the WS will do so for the first time since the first half of 20th Century.

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Written By: MarkMc1990 on 10/23/16 at 10:08 pm

I live in Chicago and am very happy for the Cubs even though I don't watch sports. By the way, there's a very strong rivalry between Cubs fans and White Sox fans. Typically it's a "north side" vs. "south side" thing respectively. I grew up in the south suburbs so most people I know are Sox fans. I live on the north side now though.

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Written By: tv on 10/23/16 at 11:44 pm

I'm gonna root for the Cubs since they haven't gone to the World Series since 1945 and haven't a won a World Series since 1908.

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Written By: nally on 10/24/16 at 12:10 am

I'm gonna root for the Cubs since they haven't gone to the World Series since 1945 and haven't a won a World Series since 1908.

Same reason that I'm rooting for 'em. O0

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/24/16 at 8:44 am

I'm gonna root for the Cubs since they haven't gone to the World Series since 1945 and haven't a won a World Series since 1908.

Same with me. I would've wanted the Indians to win, but the Cubs never had any WS titles for a very long time. They never even got a chance to have it recorded on television nor radio at all, since it wasn't until the 1921 World Series.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/24/16 at 10:19 am

I would've liked for Cleveland to win in '95, but the Atlanta Braves beat 'em instead. (In fact, that's the only WS title that the Braves have achieved since moving to Atlanta.) And then two years later, they lost in seven games to the Marlins.

I would've liked Atlanta to win '95 no matter what. Cleveland should've won '97, since the Marlins didn't deserve it that year. The only title that the Marlins deserved was 2003.

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Written By: nally on 10/24/16 at 11:52 pm

I would've liked Atlanta to win '95 no matter what. Cleveland should've won '97, since the Marlins didn't deserve it that year. The only title that the Marlins deserved was 2003.

Well, I thought that a win for the Marlins was good for them in 1997, since reaching the World Series in only their fifth year of existence was a great accomplishment for them, although during the series I was torn as to which team I'd root for (I thought that a title for Cleveland might be nice, as at the time it was only 49 years since their last title). However, as I watched Game Seven on TV, my personal-opinion scales started to tip in favor of Miami, especially when they had a rally going. They eventually won it on a walk-off hit.

And yes, I did root for the Marlins in the 2003 World Series, since they were playing the Yankees. (I'd hoped it would be Cubs vs Red Sox, but of course both of those teams blew their chances to get in.)

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/25/16 at 5:55 am

Well, I thought that a win for the Marlins was good for them in 1997, since reaching the World Series in only their fifth year of existence was a great accomplishment for them, although during the series I was torn as to which team I'd root for (I thought that a title for Cleveland might be nice, as at the time it was only 49 years since their last title). However, as I watched Game Seven on TV, my personal-opinion scales started to tip in favor of Miami, especially when they had a rally going. They eventually won it on a walk-off hit.

Which happened because Edgar Renteria was the last batter during the 11th inning of Game 7. His hit was a walk-off and it contributed to the Marlins' win in 1997. But I thought the Indians tried to win Game 7 of that series, since they led with 2 runs until the Marlins tied it in the 9th.

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Written By: nally on 10/25/16 at 11:06 am

Which happened because Edgar Renteria was the last batter during the 11th inning of Game 7. His hit was a walk-off and it contributed to the Marlins' win in 1997. But I thought the Indians tried to win Game 7 of that series, since they led with 2 runs until the Marlins tied it in the 9th.

Yep, that's right!

Edgar Renteria was a member of the St. Louis Cardinals seven years later, in 2004, when he grounded into the final out of the series, making the Red Sox champions for the first time since 1918. Six years later, in 2010, he helped the San Francisco Giants win it all for the first time in franchise history since 1954 (and the first of three titles (so far) for the team in San Francisco); more importantly, he was named MVP of that 2010 series.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/25/16 at 2:20 pm

Yep, that's right!

Edgar Renteria was a member of the St. Louis Cardinals seven years later, in 2004, when he grounded into the final out of the series, making the Red Sox champions for the first time since 1918. Six years later, in 2010, he helped the San Francisco Giants win it all for the first time in franchise history since 1954 (and the first of three titles (so far) for the team in San Francisco); more importantly, he was named MVP of that 2010 series.

That seems interesting for someone like him. It's like someone predicted to know that he would make people's dreams come true. I know that wouldn't be the case if someone didn't know that the Marlins would win in '97, nor the Red Sox in '04, or the Giants in 2010.

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Written By: nally on 10/25/16 at 5:29 pm

That seems interesting for someone like him. It's like someone predicted to know that he would make people's dreams come true. I know that wouldn't be the case if someone didn't know that the Marlins would win in '97, nor the Red Sox in '04, or the Giants in 2010.

Yeah, those are interesting connections! He knocked in the series-winning run in '97, grounded out to end the series in '04, and won the series MVP award in '10! All for three different teams.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/25/16 at 5:43 pm

Yeah, those are interesting connections! He knocked in the series-winning run in '97, grounded out to end the series in '04, and won the series MVP award in '10! All for three different teams.

It's a shame that anybody, except for baseball historians, to actually consider him as a miracle player. Not that I find his contribution to his groundout during the '04 World Series as good, but it's still remarkable towards MLB during the postseason.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/26/16 at 5:41 am

So, tonight's game was uneventful...unless you're a Cleveland fan. :-\\

Tomorrow night's game will start at 7pm EDT/4pm PDT, because rain is now in the forecast for tomorrow night in Cleveland. That's why the start time was moved up one hour from its planned time. First pitch will be sometime shortly thereafter.

Hopefully, the Cubs might strike back against the Indians. It's not like the Cubs had any experience to deal with playing against any WS team for a while.

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Written By: nally on 10/26/16 at 10:18 pm

Hopefully, the Cubs might strike back against the Indians. It's not like the Cubs had any experience to deal with playing against any WS team for a while.

And they did. Cubs won this time, 5-1. Jake Arrieta earned his first postseason win since last year.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/27/16 at 2:47 pm

And they did. Cubs won this time, 5-1. Jake Arrieta earned his first postseason win since last year.

Which means they have their first winning game in the World Series since Game 6 in 1945.

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Written By: nally on 10/27/16 at 8:10 pm

Which means they have their first winning game in the World Series since Game 6 in 1945.

That's right! The commentators on TV even noted it after the game was over last night. O0

Tomorrow, of course, will be the first World Series game at Wrigley Field since that year.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/27/16 at 8:22 pm

That's right! The commentators on TV even noted it after the game was over last night. O0

Tomorrow, of course, will be the first World Series game at Wrigley Field since that year.

I guess they wanted to announce it, since the Cubs never really had a WS win for a long time. Not to mention that Wrigley Field has never saw their Cubs have a WS game hosted since the mid 20th century.

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Written By: nally on 10/28/16 at 6:45 pm

I guess they wanted to announce it, since the Cubs never really had a WS win for a long time. Not to mention that Wrigley Field has never saw their Cubs have a WS game hosted since the mid 20th century.

In just a few minutes (20-someodd minutes from the time I make this post, that is), that game is going to start. I probably won't watch the whole thing, since I'll be eating dinner in a little while... but I will check on the game when I'm done eating. Go Cubbies!

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/28/16 at 6:53 pm

In just a few minutes (20-someodd minutes from the time I make this post, that is), that game is going to start. I probably won't watch the whole thing, since I'll be eating dinner in a little while... but I will check on the game when I'm done eating. Go Cubbies!

I'll might watch it as well, since I've never seen the Cubs playing the World Series in their home field on TV.

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Written By: nally on 10/28/16 at 6:56 pm

I'll might watch it as well, since I've never seen the Cubs playing the World Series in their home field on TV.

I don't think anyone has seen a World Series game at Wrigley Field on TV. Back in 1945, baseball wasn't being televised yet.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/28/16 at 7:02 pm

I don't think anyone has seen a World Series game at Wrigley Field on TV. Back in 1945, baseball wasn't being televised yet.

True. It wasn't televised nationally until 1947. It was also the same year when it aired the World Series for the first time on TV.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/29/16 at 9:17 am

The Indians take the lead with 2 games to 1, when they won 1-0 against the Cubs. Hopefully, the Cubs might win tonight's game.

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Written By: nally on 10/29/16 at 7:46 pm

Yeah, that was a bummer. At least tonight, in Game Four, the Cubs scored first, in the first inning. They led 1-0 after one inning.

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Written By: nally on 10/29/16 at 7:47 pm

True. It wasn't televised nationally until 1947. It was also the same year when it aired the World Series for the first time on TV.

Yep, so the Cubs missed it by two years.

And tonight, the home fans at Wrigley finally see a run scored by their team. O0

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Written By: nally on 10/29/16 at 8:06 pm

Yeah, that was a bummer. At least tonight, in Game Four, the Cubs scored first, in the first inning. They led 1-0 after one inning.

Oh no, 3-1 Cleveland, top of the 3rd. And the Cubbies have made two errors. Boo! :o

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/29/16 at 9:10 pm

Oh no, 3-1 Cleveland, top of the 3rd. And the Cubbies have made two errors. Boo! :o

It's the top of the 6th, and the Indians are now leading 4-1. If this leads towards the Indians to win, then that's probably a sign for them from the Cavaliers. I mean, they already won (and brought their first championship to Cleveland in 52 years), so I guess the Indians are doing the same.

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Written By: nally on 10/30/16 at 7:32 pm

It's the top of the 6th, and the Indians are now leading 4-1. If this leads towards the Indians to win, then that's probably a sign for them from the Cavaliers. I mean, they already won (and brought their first championship to Cleveland in 52 years), so I guess the Indians are doing the same.

Yep, the fact that the Cavs brought a sports title to the city of Cleveland earlier this year is probably motivating the Indians to do the same.

Tribe ended up winning 7 to 2 last night. For the Cubs, Dexter Fowler scored both runs. The first was in the first inning on a hit by Anthony Rizzo; the second one was a solo homer.

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Written By: nally on 10/30/16 at 7:34 pm

Right now, I *could* be watching the game, but I'm not... although I just checked online and there was no score in the top of the 2nd.

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Written By: nally on 10/30/16 at 7:45 pm

Right now, I *could* be watching the game, but I'm not... although I just checked online and there was no score in the top of the 2nd.

Update: They got a run in the top of the 2nd, and now lead 1-0 as it is now bottom 2.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/31/16 at 6:05 am

Update: They got a run in the top of the 2nd, and now lead 1-0 as it is now bottom 2.

Cubs win 3-2 against the Indians, even though the Tribe still leads 3 games to 2 in the series. Hopefully, this might change if they tie the series on Tuesday night.

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Written By: nally on 10/31/16 at 4:09 pm

Cubs win 3-2 against the Indians, even though the Tribe still leads 3 games to 2 in the series. Hopefully, this might change if they tie the series on Tuesday night.

That would be nice. I actually did watch parts of the game, tuning in every now and then. I watched Aroldis Chapman shut the door in the 9th inning, although he entered the game in the 7th inning with one out; so he recorded an 8-out save.

I hope the Cubs can win tomorrow night in Cleveland, with Jake Arrieta scheduled to take the mound for Chicago. He did well in his previous start (Game Two).

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 10/31/16 at 5:32 pm

That would be nice. I actually did watch parts of the game, tuning in every now and then. I watched Aroldis Chapman shut the door in the 9th inning, although he entered the game in the 7th inning with one out; so he recorded an 8-out save.

I hope the Cubs can win tomorrow night in Cleveland, with Jake Arrieta scheduled to take the mound for Chicago. He did well in his previous start (Game Two).

That would possibly lead towards a tie in the series. It may seem historical, if the Cubs win. Not sure about Game 7 though.

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Written By: nally on 10/31/16 at 11:55 pm

That would possibly lead towards a tie in the series. It may seem historical, if the Cubs win. Not sure about Game 7 though.

If the Cubs win tomorrow, then yes it will tie the series, and force Game 7 on Wednesday. And I agree with you about the historical possibility. One thing's for certain though: Whichever team wins the Series will break a super-long World Series championship drought.

The Cubs will likely use Kyle Schwarber as the DH in Cleveland again, just like they did for games 1 and 2. Manager Joe Maddon has indicated he feels confident about Schwarber hitting well. Let's hope he can produce. (I will probably watch the first couple innings of it, if anything, as I'll be going out at 6pm PDT.)

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 11/01/16 at 5:53 am

If the Cubs win tomorrow, then yes it will tie the series, and force Game 7 on Wednesday. And I agree with you about the historical possibility. One thing's for certain though: Whichever team wins the Series will break a super-long World Series championship drought.

If the Indians win, I'll might watch Major League 1 and 2. If the Cubs win, I'll just be expecting that they finally went through 108 years worth of not winning a World Series. Not only that, but it would also be recorded on live TV, and Cubs fans could finally see their team win it all.

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Written By: nally on 11/01/16 at 5:40 pm

Best of luck to the Cubs. Like I said, I will watch as much of the game as I can.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 11/02/16 at 5:55 am

Cubs dominate in Game Six. They scored 3 runs in the top of the first, 4 on a grand slam by Addison Russell in the 3rd (after Cleveland starter Josh Tomlin exited early), and finally a 2-run homer by Anthony Rizzo in the 9th. Add it all up, and it makes a 9-3 victory for the Cubs over the Indians (they scored two off Arrieta and later one off Chapman).

Tomorrow night it all comes down to Game Seven!

With this as a 7-game series, I would have to say that this is my favorite World Series in this decade. It's not as disappointing as it was with the 2012-2015 World Series, as I bet on the team that did something interesting during the League Championship Series. But with this, it's rather interesting to see either the Cubs or Indians win the series, since they never won a WS title for an extremely long time.

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Written By: mqg96 on 11/02/16 at 7:58 am

Cubs dominate in Game Six. They scored 3 runs in the top of the first, 4 on a grand slam by Addison Russell in the 3rd (after Cleveland starter Josh Tomlin exited early), and finally a 2-run homer by Anthony Rizzo in the 9th. Add it all up, and it makes a 9-3 victory for the Cubs over the Indians (they scored two off Arrieta and later one off Chapman).

Tomorrow night it all comes down to Game Seven!

Last time I checked, the Cubs were up 7-0 in the 3rd inning! It was a game the Indians would want to forget, now they still have a chance now, to get Cleveland two championships in one season after the Cavaliers in basketball getting their first championship with LeBron, but they just made it so much harder for themselves now. When you have a 3-1 lead in the series, you have a great cushion, but you have to keep your foot on the gas and not let it go away. Like Golden State did against the Cav's in the NBA Finals this past summer.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 11/02/16 at 10:27 am

Last time I checked, the Cubs were up 7-0 in the 3rd inning! It was a game the Indians would want to forget, now they still have a chance now, to get Cleveland two championships in one season after the Cavaliers in basketball getting their first championship with LeBron, but they just made it so much harder for themselves now. When you have a 3-1 lead in the series, you have a great cushion, but you have to keep your foot on the gas and not let it go away. Like Golden State did against the Cav's in the NBA Finals this past summer.

If I remember correctly, the Cavaliers were tied 3-3 in the series before they won Game 7 in this year's NBA Finals. Watching that was amazing, especially when it was Cleveland's first championship in 52 years.

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Written By: nally on 11/02/16 at 10:45 am

With this as a 7-game series, I would have to say that this is my favorite World Series in this decade. It's not as disappointing as it was with the 2012-2015 World Series, as I bet on the team that did something interesting during the League Championship Series. But with this, it's rather interesting to see either the Cubs or Indians win the series, since they never won a WS title for an extremely long time.

So true. Although last year, I cheered for the Royals to win, since they'd lost it the previous year in Game 7 (2014) after not seeing the postseason at all since winning the 1985 WS. However, Game 5 of last year's series did provide some interesting moments; the Mets' Matt Harvey had a shutout going until the 9th inning and then it all fell apart from there... as the Royals tied it up and eventually scored five runs in the 12th inning to seal the deal.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 11/02/16 at 3:18 pm

So true. Although last year, I cheered for the Royals to win, since they'd lost it the previous year in Game 7 (2014) after not seeing the postseason at all since winning the 1985 WS. However, Game 5 of last year's series did provide some interesting moments; the Mets' Matt Harvey had a shutout going until the 9th inning and then it all fell apart from there... as the Royals tied it up and eventually scored five runs in the 12th inning to seal the deal.

Last year's World Series should've been a 7-game series, since the Royals didn't deserve to win brutally, with only having the Mets win one game. Not to mention that it was at Citi Field, so it made it look bad towards the thousands of Mets fans who watched it on that November night. Hopefully, this would be different, since either team could win this year's series.

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Written By: nally on 11/02/16 at 3:50 pm

Last year's World Series should've been a 7-game series, since the Royals didn't deserve to win brutally, with only having the Mets win one game. Not to mention that it was at Citi Field, so it made it look bad towards the thousands of Mets fans who watched it on that November night. Hopefully, this would be different, since either team could win this year's series.

We shall see. The Cubs are trying to become the first team since the Royals 1985 to win a World Series after being down 3 games to 1... and the first team since the Pirates in 1979 to win Games 6 & 7 on the road.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 11/02/16 at 5:07 pm

We shall see. The Cubs are trying to become the first team since the Royals 1985 to win a World Series after being down 3 games to 1... and the first team since the Pirates in 1979 to win Games 6 & 7 on the road.

As much as I find that interesting, I find the Cubs' drought to be achieving towards any World Series team. Especially since that was before the division and expansion era, tons of 20th century events, and even before most of the teams won a title.

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Written By: nally on 11/03/16 at 1:02 am

The curse is over!!

THE CUBS HAVE WON THE WORLD SERIES!!!

It took 10 innings and a rain delay, but they got it done. Ben Zobrist, who helped the Royals win it all last year, was named MVP of the series this year.

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Written By: AmericanGirl on 11/03/16 at 1:09 am

The curse is over!!

THE CUBS HAVE WON THE WORLD SERIES!!!

I get all choked about my Chicago Cubs :-* :-* :-* ...

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Written By: 80sfan on 11/03/16 at 1:17 am

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Written By: nally on 11/03/16 at 1:22 am

I get all choked about my Chicago Cubs :-* :-* :-* ...

Yeah, I heard! Karma point!

That's right. The longest championship drought for any professional sports team has finally ended. No more "waiting until next year."

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Written By: 80sfan on 11/03/16 at 1:37 am

That's right. The longest championship drought for any professional sports team has finally ended. No more "waiting until next year."

Did they do any rituals to end the 'curse'? Or at least any fans? ;D ;D

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 11/03/16 at 5:47 am

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Written By: nally on 11/03/16 at 6:44 pm

I knew that one day it could end for Chicago.

Yep. Just like it did for the Red Sox in 2004 (after 86 years), and the White Sox in 2005 (an 88-year wait).

Of course, the Cubs struck first early on a Dexter Fowler home run, and even led 5-1 at one point... but Aroldis Chapman ended up relinquishing the lead in the 8th, tying up the game at 6-all; but after a 17-minute rain delay between the 9th and 10th innings, the Cubs scored two runs and even had a chance for more, but they held on.

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Written By: nally on 11/03/16 at 6:48 pm

Later this month, it'll be time for all the annual awards: Gold Glove, Silver Slugger, Cy Young, AL/NL Most Valuable Players, etc.

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Written By: nally on 11/15/16 at 10:46 pm

The 2016 Rookie Of The Year winners (announced yesterday):

American League: Mike Fulmer (pitcher), Detroit Tigers

National League: Corey Seager (shortstop), Los Angeles Dodgers

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Written By: nally on 11/15/16 at 10:46 pm

The 2016 Manager Of The Year winners (announced today):

American League: Terry Francona, Cleveland Indians

National League: Dave Roberts, Los Angeles Dodgers

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Written By: nally on 11/16/16 at 9:22 pm

2016 Cy Young Award winners:

NL - Max Scherzer, Washington Nationals (this is the second such award for him; he previously won the AL Cy Young award with the Detroit Tigers in 2014; this makes him the sixth pitcher to win it in both the AL and NL)

AL - Rick Porcello, Boston Red Sox (edged out Justin Verlander of Detroit by only five points in the voting)

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 11/17/16 at 3:38 pm

The 2016 Manager Of The Year winners (announced today):

American League: Terry Francona, Cleveland Indians

National League: Dave Roberts, Los Angeles Dodgers

Terry Francona was a pretty good manager for this season. Although the Indians didn't won the World Series this year, they were worth being competitive during the regular season and the playoffs.

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Written By: nally on 11/22/16 at 2:40 pm

Terry Francona was a pretty good manager for this season. Although the Indians didn't won the World Series this year, they were worth being competitive during the regular season and the playoffs.

Oh yeah, and I think he was very deserving of the AL Manager Of The Year award nonetheless. :)

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Written By: nally on 11/22/16 at 2:41 pm

2016 MVPs:

AL - Mike Trout, L.A. Angels
NL - Kris Bryant, Chicago Cubs

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 11/22/16 at 5:35 pm

2016 MVPs:

AL - Mike Trout, L.A. Angels
NL - Kris Bryant, Chicago Cubs

I may not be a Cubs fan, but Kris Bryant deserved that MVP all the day from day one into this season. The fact that he and his teammates helped dissolve an extremely long drought for Chicago was historical as sh*t. If anybody's going to make a documentary on the 2016 Cubs, then somebody should include Kris Bryant's plays (not all of them, obviously).

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Written By: nally on 11/23/16 at 6:34 pm

I may not be a Cubs fan, but Kris Bryant deserved that MVP all the day from day one into this season. The fact that he and his teammates helped dissolve an extremely long drought for Chicago was historical as sh*t. If anybody's going to make a documentary on the 2016 Cubs, then somebody should include Kris Bryant's plays (not all of them, obviously).

I'm not an actual Cubs fan either, but I am glad that they finally put their curse to rest. Agreed on the idea of a documentary, as well. (Hey, if Ken Burns' Baseball documentary is someday extended for an "Eleventh Inning", then the 2016 Cubs' journey to victory would definitely be on there.)

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 11/23/16 at 10:51 pm

I'm not an actual Cubs fan either, but I am glad that they finally put their curse to rest. Agreed on the idea of a documentary, as well. (Hey, if Ken Burns' Baseball documentary is someday extended for an "Eleventh Inning", then the 2016 Cubs' journey to victory would definitely be on there.)

I guess Ken Burns would know about that, since the 2016 World Series seems like one of the most historical postseason series of all time.

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Written By: nally on 11/24/16 at 3:50 pm

I guess Ken Burns would know about that, since the 2016 World Series seems like one of the most historical postseason series of all time.

He certainly would. In fact, I was just looking on Wikopedia at Ken Burns' Baseball, and it does say that Ken Burns himself is considering making an "Eleventh Inning" sometime around 2020.

At the end of the 2000s (decade) he put together a "Tenth Inning", which picked up from where his original documentary had left off, from the baseball strike/lockout in the mid-1990s, and discussion of key events including the home run record chase of 1998, the Nine-Eleven attacks in 2001 and how they affected the sport, the Boston Red Sox finally ending their curse in 2004, as well as the "Steroid Era." The Tenth Inning was broadcast on PBS in 2010, and on MLB Network not long after that.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 11/24/16 at 5:48 pm

He certainly would. In fact, I was just looking on Wikopedia at Ken Burns' Baseball, and it does say that Ken Burns himself is considering making an "Eleventh Inning" sometime around 2020.

At the end of the 2000s (decade) he put together a "Tenth Inning", which picked up from where his original documentary had left off, from the baseball strike/lockout in the mid-1990s, and discussion of key events including the home run record chase of 1998, the Nine-Eleven attacks in 2001 and how they affected the sport, the Boston Red Sox finally ending their curse in 2004, as well as the "Steroid Era." The Tenth Inning was broadcast on PBS in 2010, and on MLB Network not long after that.

That would've been great for his documentary series.

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Written By: nally on 11/24/16 at 11:22 pm

That would've been great for his documentary series.

That's true; his full Baseball documentary series was released to PBS in 1994, so it only covered the events up through the early 1990s. That's why several years later he decided to extend it to a Tenth Inning.

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Written By: Baltimoreian on 11/27/16 at 7:49 am

That's true; his full Baseball documentary series was released to PBS in 1994, so it only covered the events up through the early 1990s. That's why several years later he decided to extend it to a Tenth Inning.

It would've been great if he had talked about baseball for each decade, until his death.

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Written By: nally on 11/27/16 at 9:17 am

It would've been great if he had talked about baseball for each decade, until his death.

Maybe he will.

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