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Post by unionstation82 on Jul 5, 2018 23:50:35 GMT -6
May 4, 2017, the Astros walked 10 times and still lost to the Rangers, 10-4. Musgrove gave up 5 runs and Gregerson gave up 4. Man, why does it feel like Gregerson last pitched for us ten years ago? |
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Post by thomasj13 on Jul 5, 2018 23:53:05 GMT -6
Lol, reading this thread a couple hours after the game...you Nancys are something else, man. Worst gripe-assy fan base in the game Go Astros!!! Dilly Dilly!!! |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 6, 2018 0:20:45 GMT -6
Lol, reading this thread a couple hours after the game...you Nancys are something else, man. Worst gripe-assy fan base in the game Hey, I said we would win  |
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Post by marshall on Jul 6, 2018 3:38:39 GMT -6
I woke up this morning fully expecting the loss. Thanks for the posts to give me a brief summary of the comeback.
I'm off to Galveston this morning. I'm taking a friend to a Doctor's appointment since her car is broken, again.
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Post by unionstation82 on Jul 6, 2018 11:12:36 GMT -6
That’s the greatest video game throw I’ve seen in a while. Way to stay aware, George. |
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Post by sempersmom on Jul 6, 2018 11:32:25 GMT -6
Lol, reading this thread a couple hours after the game...you Nancys are something else, man. Worst gripe-assy fan base in the game I like to laugh at their comments especially after a win. You would think we were in last place with some of the comments made during the games. |
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Post by paastrosfan on Jul 6, 2018 11:35:23 GMT -6
Lol, reading this thread a couple hours after the game...you Nancys are something else, man. Worst gripe-assy fan base in the game I like to laugh at their comments especially after a win. You would think we were in last place with some of the comments made during the games. I agree with you Mom, the whiners on here were not on the Stros board in 11, 12, and 13. Then you would know what a no offense team was. |
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Post by bannedfan on Jul 6, 2018 11:55:32 GMT -6
Odds are the Astros are in the playoffs. It’s just a matter of what position they are in after 162 games. They’ve accomplished quite a bit going 58-31 after winning the WS. Just 1 1/2 games from the best record in MLB.
I don’t think that sinks in to fans on this forum at times, including me. No one likes losing but it’s part of playing 162 games.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 6, 2018 12:03:14 GMT -6
Fan Graphs has us at 98.3% today of making playoffs. Who'd bet against that?
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Post by bannedfan on Jul 6, 2018 12:17:32 GMT -6
Fan Graphs has us at 98.3% today of making playoffs. Who'd bet against that? The only way they don’t is if 2 teams in the AL West pass them. Meaning Seattle and, at this time, Oakland. |
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Post by bearbryant on Jul 6, 2018 12:23:01 GMT -6
Odds are the Astros are in the playoffs. It’s just a matter of what position they are in after 162 games. They’ve accomplished quite a bit going 58-31 after winning the WS. Just 1 1/2 games from the best record in MLB. I don’t think that sinks in to fans on this forum at times, including me. No one likes losing but it’s part of playing 162 games. |
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Post by bannedfan on Jul 6, 2018 12:26:51 GMT -6
Odds are the Astros are in the playoffs. It’s just a matter of what position they are in after 162 games. They’ve accomplished quite a bit going 58-31 after winning the WS. Just 1 1/2 games from the best record in MLB. I don’t think that sinks in to fans on this forum at times, including me. No one likes losing but it’s part of playing 162 games. I agree. I see things that need to get better for playoff baseball. |
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Post by unionstation82 on Jul 6, 2018 12:46:43 GMT -6
Odds are the Astros are in the playoffs. It’s just a matter of what position they are in after 162 games. They’ve accomplished quite a bit going 58-31 after winning the WS. Just 1 1/2 games from the best record in MLB. I don’t think that sinks in to fans on this forum at times, including me. No one likes losing but it’s part of playing 162 games. Voice of Reason |
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Post by unionstation82 on Jul 6, 2018 12:47:48 GMT -6
If the goal is to make the postseason, we should all be more than satisfied. If the goal is to repeat as champions, better get on them phones, Luhnow.
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Post by paastrosfan on Jul 6, 2018 13:06:37 GMT -6
Odds are the Astros are in the playoffs. It’s just a matter of what position they are in after 162 games. They’ve accomplished quite a bit going 58-31 after winning the WS. Just 1 1/2 games from the best record in MLB. I don’t think that sinks in to fans on this forum at times, including me. No one likes losing but it’s part of playing 162 games. In today's game the strike out has become the norm of the game. In the 60's when Gibson, Drysdale, or Koufax and along with the strong pitching the Stros through out during the later half and early 70's, seeing 10 to 12 strike out games were reserved for the big boys. Now you see journeyman pitchers having that number by the fifth or six inning. As for the alarming number of DP's, first you have to get runners on, but game strategy could eliminate a few, but that again is not part of the game of today. |
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Post by ɮօʀȶǟʐ on Jul 6, 2018 13:32:47 GMT -6
I like to laugh at their comments especially after a win. You would think we were in last place with some of the comments made during the games. I agree with you Mom, the whiners on here were not on the Stros board in 11, 12, and 13. Then you would know what a no offense team was. On the contrary, most of them have been with us for a decade. |
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Post by paastrosfan on Jul 6, 2018 13:36:56 GMT -6
I agree with you Mom, the whiners on here were not on the Stros board in 11, 12, and 13. Then you would know what a no offense team was. On the contrary, most of them have been with us for a decade. There is a small community, so it isn't hard to figure who was there at that time. |
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Post by ɮօʀȶǟʐ on Jul 6, 2018 13:36:57 GMT -6
I think the reason it doesn't sink in is cause despite our record, GIDPs and strikeouts have spiked. And everyone knows that's not gonna cut it in October Voice of Reason Again, you complained throughout the entirety of the championship season. Just hush with your voice of reason nonsense. |
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Post by blcoach8 on Jul 6, 2018 13:52:21 GMT -6
I like to laugh at their comments especially after a win. You would think we were in last place with some of the comments made during the games. I agree with you Mom, the whiners on here were not on the Stros board in 11, 12, and 13. Then you would know what a no offense team was. You have no idea who was on the board during those years. Are you dumb enough to think usernames can't change?? |
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Post by paastrosfan on Jul 6, 2018 14:42:56 GMT -6
I agree with you Mom, the whiners on here were not on the Stros board in 11, 12, and 13. Then you would know what a no offense team was. You have no idea who was on the board during those years. Are you dumb enough to think usernames can't change?? You know what dumb is crotch knowing the difference between a cutter and a breaking ball. |
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Post by bearbryant on Jul 6, 2018 14:55:40 GMT -6
If the goal is to make the postseason, we should all be more than satisfied. If the goal is to repeat as champions, better get on them phones, Luhnow.
day about getting all happy and swinging at anything on an 0-2 count, versus seeing the ball and fouling-off a close pitch being the difference. Channel your inner-Beltrán .. WWBD
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Post by sempersmom on Jul 6, 2018 15:09:46 GMT -6
Again, you complained throughout the entirety of the championship season. Just hush with your voice of reason nonsense. THANK YOU! Sherwin isn't happy unless he's complaining. |
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Post by blcoach8 on Jul 6, 2018 15:20:28 GMT -6
You have no idea who was on the board during those years. Are you dumb enough to think usernames can't change?? You know what dumb is crotch knowing the difference between a cutter and a breaking ball. Asshole, I know exactly what dumb is.......I am reminded whenever I read one of your many posts that you use to try to impress people. I am not the only one who called you out on that crap about the cutter and the breaking ball.  But, since it seems to be so important to you, I will reiterate.........Breaking balls and cutters BOTH move or there would be no need to throw them. Both, if thrown correctly, create MOVEMENT. Cutters "move" or "break" towards the pitchers glove hand and the action on a good one is between that of a fastball and slider. It BREAKS or MOVES as do sliders or curves just not in the same way,.....The cutter does not MOVE or BREAK in the same manner, but, both are thrown for the same purpose....to get hitter out. Since you think you are a qualified pitching coach, why don't you explain all of these pitches to us so as we can all take advantage of your vast knowledge and experience?  Now, if that is too complicated for you or you need further help, maybe one of those "all stars" you claim to be working with in fantasy land down in Florida can help you with it. I have made a point not to respond to your posts on this board so as to try to avoid similar confrontations such as those on the old board. Yet, you continue to childishly stalk me with your little sarcastic remarks. You have proven to be a childish old man who wants to feel like he knows everything and just can't keep from acting like a child who craves attention. I tried to leave the things that happened on the old board behind,but, like the childish old fool you are, you just can't stand to move on.........Could be an early sign of some kind of mental disorder that you need to have checked out. |
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Post by unionstation82 on Jul 6, 2018 15:25:22 GMT -6
Again, you complained throughout the entirety of the championship season. Just hush with your voice of reason nonsense. Regardless of my critical tendencies, it doesn’t change the fact that he’s right. |
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Post by unionstation82 on Jul 6, 2018 15:26:14 GMT -6
Again, you complained throughout the entirety of the championship season. Just hush with your voice of reason nonsense. THANK YOU! Sherwin isn't happy unless he's complaining. Am I supposed to high five people when they lose? |
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Post by unionstation82 on Jul 6, 2018 15:27:27 GMT -6
If the goal is to make the postseason, we should all be more than satisfied. If the goal is to repeat as champions, better get on them phones, Luhnow.
day about getting all happy and swinging at anything on an 0-2 count, versus seeing the ball and fouling-off a close pitch being the difference. Channel your inner-Beltrán .. WWBD
I miss Beltrán supposedly being the spy. His bat was another story. |
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Post by sempersmom on Jul 6, 2018 15:29:16 GMT -6
THANK YOU! Sherwin isn't happy unless he's complaining. Am I supposed to high five people when they lose? That's the point. They didn't lose, they won. The team is in first place but you wouldn't know it around here. |
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Post by unionstation82 on Jul 6, 2018 15:33:51 GMT -6
Am I supposed to high five people when they lose? That's the point. They didn't lose, they won. The team is in first place but you wouldn't know it around here. People know that but they can be irrationally passionate about losses as well as thinking that a second championship is in the bag this season. You get both sides. As far as Tim saying our fan base can be the worst, I mean the Yankees fans booed Stanton during his first homestand. I don’t think we’re anywhere near that level. |
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Post by blcoach8 on Jul 6, 2018 15:58:41 GMT -6
Am I supposed to high five people when they lose? That's the point. They didn't lose, they won. The team is in first place but you wouldn't know it around here. Great that were are in first place,but, we should be leading the Mariners by at least 5 games in the division. |
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Post by sempersmom on Jul 6, 2018 16:02:54 GMT -6
That's the point. They didn't lose, they won. The team is in first place but you wouldn't know it around here. People know that but they can be irrationally passionate about losses as well as thinking that a second championship is in the bag this season. You get both sides. As far as Tim saying our fan base can be the worst, I mean the Yankees fans booed Stanton during his first homestand. I don’t think we’re anywhere near that level. I'm thankful we're not like Yankees fans. I would never want us to get to that level. You expect perfection and it's not going to happen. You need to take the good with the bad. I'm happy we're sitting on top even with our struggles. |
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But, since it seems to be so important to you, I will reiterate.........Breaking balls and cutters BOTH move or there would be no need to throw them. Both, if thrown correctly, create MOVEMENT. Cutters "move" or "break" towards the pitchers glove hand and the action on a good one is between that of a fastball and slider. It BREAKS or MOVES as do sliders or curves just not in the same way,.....The cutter does not MOVE or BREAK in the same manner, but, both are thrown for the same purpose....to get hitter out. Since you think you are a qualified pitching coach, why don't you explain all of these pitches to us so as we can all take advantage of your vast knowledge and experience? 