BR1986FB

BR1986FB replied to "Tribe visits Yankees" at 09:23 am
Going to have to keep playing at a high level as I see the Twins next 13 games are against the White Sox & Tigers.

BR1986FB replied to "Browns Preseason 2019" at 05:43 pm
posted by friendfromlowry
I had honestly forgotten what was going on with him. It’s hard to keep track if he’s playing or suspended anymore. I wonder at what point this season he violates something again.

I really don't GAF about Gordon but what pisses me off is that, when the Browns could've used him, Goodell repeatedly dragged his feet on reinstatement, giving him extended suspensions (I know, CBA rules), and he violates the policy again, which should probably be some sort of lifetime ban, and Goodell says "you're good to go" now that he plays in NE? Looks like preferential treatment to me.

BR1986FB replied to "Browns Preseason 2019" at 09:05 pm
Are you f#cking kidding me? Josh Gordon touches weed while in Cleveland and gets 10 game suspensions. He violates the policy for the 50th time in New England and he gets reinstated? WTF?

BR1986FB replied to "Tribe visits Yankees" at 09:19 pm
posted by Laley23
Was taking with a friend. Kluber/Beiber/Clevinger and Plesac rotation. Plutko as the innings eater and fuck it, Carrasco as the Andrew Miller with Hand in the 9th.

I've heard a lot of talk about concern with the pen. Big "if's" but if Kluber can come back to reasonable form, and they stay in this, the playoff rotation could be Clevinger/Bieber/ Kluber (likely in that order but Clevinger & Bieber might be able to flip flop). They could move Civale & Carrasco (assuming he returns) to the pen and they'd be in good shape.

BR1986FB replied to "Browns Preseason 2019" at 05:06 pm
Getting a bit concerned with this right guard situation. Kush is a journeyman, Kalis (also journeyman) has a concussion, Corbett looks like a "swing and a miss" (see Chad Thomas also) by Dorsey and they are now trying rookie Drew Forbes and some other guy at the position. I like the addition of Vernon but Zeitler would look pretty damn good there right now.

BR1986FB replied to "Indians vs. Red Sox" at 02:06 pm
posted by Laley23
God no. That is one of the worst decisions possible, and Tribe does it all the time. The only time it’s acceptable is down a run at home/tied home or road m man on 2nd, no outs bunting to third with top or middle of order up. Period.

And even in that case the manager needs to use discretion by looking at who is batting after the person bunting. If that hitter K's a lot, still don't think you do it.

BR1986FB replied to "Browns Preseason 2019" at 02:04 pm
posted by friendfromlowry
I was surprised Baker said this the other day. IMO, I never picked up on the desire to see the Browns lose. I think a lot of people are adopting them as their second favorite team. I'd rather see them deep in the AFC playoffs as opposed to the fucking Patriots, Steelers, Chiefs, or Ravens. But I guess that isn't saying much.

No...Baker is a very polarizing figure. People either love him or really hate him and want to see him, and this team, crash and burn. The Browns have gotten a TON of hype for a team that's really done nothing but lose since 1999. I think that's why a lot of people are pissed that they are getting all of this media darling love. They won't sneak up on anyone this year, like they did last. Teams will be gunning for them.

BR1986FB replied to "Indians vs. Red Sox" at 10:08 am
posted by vball10set
...and for the umpteenth time, bunting IS a good idea in certain situations..period. Early in the game? hell no. Late innings (8th or later) tied or down a run? hell yes

If it's a suicide squeeze that wins the game, I'm all for it but to bunt a guy over from 2nd with one out? Nah...

BR1986FB replied to "Indians vs. Red Sox" at 09:57 am
I'm far from a stat "geek" but the overall stats do show that bunting isn't a good idea in those situations.

BR1986FB replied to "Indians vs. Red Sox" at 09:09 am
posted by Laley23
Bunting is gonna cost this team game 7 of the WS this year. Just watch.

Yeah, I don't think you have to worry about them making the WS.

BR1986FB replied to "Indians vs. Red Sox" at 10:20 am
Off topic but does anyone else seem more engaged/interested in this season versus the last few seasons because they are actually in a fight for the division? In season's past they're usually up 8-10 games and it's "ho hum" but this year just seems a bit more exciting, to me. Kind of like Lebron-era Cavs seasons. You knew they were winning the division and making the playoffs. Not so much this year (with the Tribe).

BR1986FB replied to "Indians vs. Red Sox" at 10:07 am
posted by BRF
The confidence in Hand is shaky now, especially against the good teams. I’ve never liked how he pulls up on his follow through. Hopefully, he can get his shit together.

The biggest problem is that he's not likely to be demoted to setup because they'd really screw with his confidence. Plus, I'm not sure they have another potential closer even if Tito wanted to do that (which he won't).

BR1986FB replied to "Browns Preseason 2019" at 11:45 am
posted by Commander of Awesome
lol, I'll take that bet BR. Can't beleve you're shitting on a pro bowl lber, #9 rated LBer in the league according to PFF bc Mack Wilson had a good fucking preseason game.

No, I'm "shitting" on a LB that led the league in missed tackles (Schobert) and a JAG (Kirksey), Had nothing to do with the performance of Wilson in a preseason game. When Wilson was drafted I thought he'd supplant one of these guys. Thought he was a HUGE steal. Takitaki is a high motor guy who loves to make contact. Just think Dorsey upgraded the athleticism at the position quite a bit.

BR1986FB replied to "OC Mount Rushmore Sitcom Secondary Characters" at 08:34 am
posted by justincredible
Jerry Stiller was fantastic in Seinfeld and King of Queens as the crazy dad.

Not sure if secondary characters but Wayne Knight (Newman) and Steve Hytner (Kenny Bania) from Seinfeld.

BR1986FB replied to "Browns Preseason 2019" at 08:28 am
posted by slingshot4ever
Nice pick 6 for Mack-Wilson

Calling my "hot taek" right now....before the season ends both Takitaki & Wilson will be the starters over Schobert & Kirksey and this won't be due to injury.

BR1986FB replied to "Indians vs. Twins" at 08:27 am
posted by Laley23
Hand probably unavailable tonight. Going to need Beiber to be go deep and offense to score

As far as this series goes, tonight is a "must win" in that they have the favorable matchup with Beiber going. If they split the final two I'd consider it a win. Looks like they may have caught a break in this series with Cruz going down. Will be surprised if he plays the rest of this series.