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Post by blcoach8 on Jul 17, 2018 11:12:47 GMT -6
"Is a Blockbuster Trade in the works?" No. At least not for Verlander. Why would the Astros give up their best pitcher before the postseason (who we have for another year) not to mention several additional prospects? On a tangent, I’m so glad the “we don’t need Verlander” people crawled into their holes and died after the World Series. Without Verlander, there would still be no World Series champion in Houston. Verlander is NOT going to be traded to LA for Trout or anyone else. Just because he and Kate want to raise kids out there doesn't mean Justin won't be an Astro for at least this year and next. |
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Post by marshall on Jul 17, 2018 11:48:00 GMT -6
To be sure, I want Verlander here as long as he wants to be here. But we know it would take a HUGE package for Trout and IF he wanted to go, he could be a HUGE piece of that package.
But anyway, I like stretching my imagination rather than work within the closed confines of PROBABILITY predictions. But I see a warning of fantasy thinking falls on deaf ears. It just provides ammo to those who get off on putting down anything other than group think.
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Post by bearbryant on Jul 17, 2018 12:15:00 GMT -6
when I was a kid, that meant the Dread Pirate Roberts saddling up and kidnapping one Inconceivable!  |
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Post by bearbryant on Jul 17, 2018 12:23:39 GMT -6
"Is a Blockbuster Trade in the works?" No. At least not for Verlander. Why would the Astros give up their best pitcher before the postseason (who we have for another year) not to mention several additional prospects? On a tangent, I’m so glad the “we don’t need Verlander” people crawled into their holes and died after the World Series. |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 17, 2018 12:29:05 GMT -6
On the old MLB a year or two ago, I compiled a complete Astros stat sheet on how our players have performed in the ASG since the team's inception.
Unfortunately, the board is gone, and I can't find that spreadsheet. One thing I did remember though, is through fluke, or for whatever other reason, we have been poor contributors to the mid season classic. Almost horrific.
My question to the other Refugees.... Aren't we due a breakout performance, and who will it be? Or are we jinxed in this thing.
P.S. Kill the freakin' sideshows like the Home Run Derby. Quit making our game like the NBA.
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Post by Saint on Jul 17, 2018 13:08:30 GMT -6
To be sure, I want Verlander here as long as he wants to be here. But we know it would take a HUGE package for Trout and IF he wanted to go, he could be a HUGE piece of that package. But anyway, I like stretching my imagination rather than work within the closed confines of PROBABILITY predictions. But I see a warning of fantasy thinking falls on deaf ears. It just provides ammo to those who get off on putting down anything other than group think. Nothing wrong with imagination, but you might as well ask if we would trade three unicorns for a dinosaur with a rocket pack. |
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Post by Saint on Jul 17, 2018 13:09:17 GMT -6
On the old MLB a year or two ago, I compiled a complete Astros stat sheet on how our players have performed in the ASG since the team's inception. Unfortunately, the board is gone, and I can't find that spreadsheet. One thing I did remember though, is through fluke, or for whatever other reason, we have been poor contributors to the mid season classic. Almost horrific. My question to the other Refugees.... Aren't we due a breakout performance, and who will it be? Or are we jinxed in this thing. P.S. Kill the freakin' sideshows like the Home Run Derby. Quit making our game like the NBA. This seems to be Bregman's coming out year so I would say him. Altuve has never even gotten a hit in an all-star game. |
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Post by bearbryant on Jul 17, 2018 13:52:28 GMT -6
On the old MLB a year or two ago, I compiled a complete Astros stat sheet on how our players have performed in the ASG since the team's inception. Unfortunately, the board is gone, and I can't find that spreadsheet. One thing I did remember though, is through fluke, or for whatever other reason, we have been poor contributors to the mid season classic. Almost horrific. My question to the other Refugees.... Aren't we due a breakout performance, and who will it be? Or are we jinxed in this thing. P.S. Kill the freakin' sideshows like the Home Run Derby. Quit making our game like the NBA.
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Post by Saint on Jul 17, 2018 14:06:48 GMT -6
A while back Oswalt had a good inning in the 2nd or 3rd inning and was on pace to be the winning pitcher, but the NL blew the lead after he went out later.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 17, 2018 14:34:28 GMT -6
Apparently, Verlander has not been replaced on the roster, even though he pitched Sunday and is scheduled to pitch Saturday. I thought Bauer took over for Verlander right away. Since they knew Verlander was going to start Sunday.
"In addition, player-elected All-Star Justin Verlander, who is scheduled to pitch on Sunday, July 15th, will be inactive at the 89th Midsummer Classic. MLB has selected Indians starter Trevor Bauer to replace Verlander on the active roster."
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Post by bearbryant on Jul 17, 2018 15:16:00 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Jul 17, 2018 15:18:30 GMT -6
Yeah.... I think I'd take that team.  |
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Post by bearbryant on Jul 17, 2018 15:19:55 GMT -6
Would you rather Kimbrel or Severino close
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Post by paastrosfan on Jul 17, 2018 15:24:22 GMT -6
Would you rather Kimbrel or Severino close When the Yankees had Severino in AAA, that was their choice of seeing him as a late inning guy or closer. I assume they have him in the right role now. |
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Post by unionstation82 on Jul 17, 2018 15:31:01 GMT -6
Would you rather Kimbrel or Severino close Treinen |
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Post by bearbryant on Jul 17, 2018 15:38:20 GMT -6
I don't think I'd want Treinen. Last 4 appearances his WHIP is over 2
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Post by unionstation82 on Jul 17, 2018 15:40:52 GMT -6
I don't think I'd want Treinen. Last 4 appearances his WHIP is over 2 Kimbrel is the best, but Treinen has earned this. |
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Post by blcoach8 on Jul 17, 2018 15:44:15 GMT -6
Would you rather Kimbrel or Severino close Kimbrell.........he is used to closing.Severino is not. |
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Post by paastrosfan on Jul 17, 2018 15:56:41 GMT -6
Would you rather Kimbrel or Severino close When the Yankees had Severino in AAA, that was their choice of seeing him as a late inning guy or closer. I assume they have him in the right role now. How about AJ give Roberts another nightmare, have Morton finish off the game for the AL. |
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Post by bearbryant on Jul 17, 2018 15:59:18 GMT -6
When the Yankees had Severino in AAA, that was their choice of seeing him as a late inning guy or closer. I assume they have him in the right role now. How about AJ give Roberts another nightmare, have Morton finish off the game for the AL. |
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Post by paastrosfan on Jul 17, 2018 16:01:43 GMT -6
How about AJ give Roberts another nightmare, have Morton finish off the game for the AL. Most of these pitchers are going to be pitching out of their regular role, I see anything goes, especially how the flow of the game moves. |
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Post by bearbryant on Jul 17, 2018 16:05:52 GMT -6
Dude I'm 4th in post count after your vacation. You need to rev up and pass me again
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Post by paastrosfan on Jul 17, 2018 16:07:19 GMT -6
Dude I'm 4th in post count after your vacation. You need to rev up and pass me again I will have to start getting it in gear. lol |
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Post by ɮօʀȶǟʐ on Jul 17, 2018 16:19:58 GMT -6
Dude I'm 4th in post count after your vacation. You need to rev up and pass me again He was off training All Stars.  |
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Post by paastrosfan on Jul 17, 2018 16:21:07 GMT -6
Dude I'm 4th in post count after your vacation. You need to rev up and pass me again He was off training All Stars. I was visiting my kids in Florida. Do you actually believe what crotch posts. |
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Post by ɮօʀȶǟʐ on Jul 17, 2018 16:29:23 GMT -6
No sir, I use a magic 8 ball
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Post by Deleted on Jul 17, 2018 17:27:31 GMT -6
No sir, I use a magic 8 ball At least someone is smokn' an 8-ball |
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Post by marshall on Jul 17, 2018 17:30:17 GMT -6
Apparently, Verlander has not been replaced on the roster, even though he pitched Sunday and is scheduled to pitch Saturday. I thought Bauer took over for Verlander right away. Since they knew Verlander was going to start Sunday.
"In addition, player-elected All-Star Justin Verlander, who is scheduled to pitch on Sunday, July 15th, will be inactive at the 89th Midsummer Classic. MLB has selected Indians starter Trevor Bauer to replace Verlander on the active roster."
That would make everything balance. He wasn't included in the article on replacements at the All Star game I was using. |
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Post by marshall on Jul 17, 2018 18:11:51 GMT -6
That was an amazing rendition of the Narional Anthem. Bravo/Brava!!!!
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Post by m240 on Jul 17, 2018 18:13:11 GMT -6
Nice tribute to real American Heroes.
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