GDT: Tigers vs. Astros, 8/22/2019 (7:10)

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Aug 22, 2019 20:48:48 GMT -6 Saint said:

So Straw came in for Altuve and grounded out to third base. He fit right in!

I'm surprised they had Mayfield go back to AAA for that same reason    

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LOL Biagini just looked around like it was someone else's fault he gave up those two HRs

[unionstation82]

Why can’t we have nice things like shutouts?

[Deleted]

Biagini and Sanchez are starting to look like lemons. It ran good for a few starts but suddenly the duck tape fell off.

[ɮօʀȶǟʐ]

Don't need to see anymore of Vagini

[bearbryant]

The middle relief appears to be on schedule for a typical Astros postseason appearance

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On more out.

[Deleted]

Thanks Biagini, now we had to bring Osuna in.

[Saint]

This could be bad...

[Deleted]

I'm waiting for the revenge of Jake Rogers due up next

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Over, whew!

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GEEEEZ!

[koolade2]

Oakland 5-0 and looking for more in the 4th.

[unionstation82]

Color me not a fan of Biagini.

[bearbryant]

Bortaz is 100% more likeable than me according to the empirical data

[unionstation82]

Dying laughing at Osuna doing the Sign of the Cross after Reddick’s catch.

[ɮօʀȶǟʐ]

Aug 22, 2019 21:06:02 GMT -6 bearbryant said:

Bortaz is 100% more likeable than me according to the empirical data

Never doubted it.

[blcoach8]

Aug 22, 2019 18:31:39 GMT -6 unionstation82 said:

Aug 22, 2019 18:29:08 GMT -6 blcoach8 said:

If the little dumbass could have advanced George to third instead of striking out by reaching to swing at a pitch a foot outside George would have scored on Brantley's ground ball.  Altuve NEVER tries to advance runners....just goes up and hacls awau. " src="//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/superangry.png">

Why advance the runner when you can always hit a home run?

Unfortunately, that is his approach as it is for too many of our guys.

[blcoach8]

For this game to get to the point of the Tigers being inches from tying the game is ridiculous......Biagini gave up home runs on two batting practice pitches.....we don't need that crap. I will be glad when James is ready.

We blew enough scoring chances to have scored at least 10 but we won and that is important. Altuve still needs a day off.

[unionstation82]

Aug 22, 2019 21:33:13 GMT -6 blcoach8 said:

For this game to get to the point of the Tigers being inches from tying the game is ridiculous......Biagini gave up home runs on two batting practice pitches.....we don't need that crap. I will be glad when James is ready.

We blew enough scoring chances to have scored at least 10 but we won and that is important. Altuve still needs a day off.

As much as I harp on the hitting, 6 runs was enough to win. It was a great all-around game before Biagini toed the rubber. Good thing Reddick was there to steal that possible home run.

[Saint]

Aug 22, 2019 20:52:34 GMT -6 @jayfree5 said:

Biagini and Sanchez are starting to look like lemons. It ran good for a few starts but suddenly the duck tape fell off.

Possibly, but we got them for practically nothing. They're cheap and can eat some innings.  I think Sanchez was more a project for the future rather than immediate help/results. 

[Saint]

As frustrated as most of us are/have been during this recent trend of mediocre play, we're now just a game away from the best record in the AL. Just have to keep holding on for a couple more weeks and stay/get healthy.

[unionstation82]

Aug 23, 2019 5:08:53 GMT -6 Saint said:

As frustrated as most of us are/have been during this recent trend of mediocre play, we're now just a game away from the best record in the AL. Just have to keep holding on for a couple more weeks and stay/get healthy.

I’m torn on home field. I’d like for the Astros to have it, but then again should we be that afraid of the Yankees and their stadium? Last year, we won the first game in Boston and almost won the second game. A fluke positioning on defense robbed Bregman of a gamewinner against the lucky as hell Kimbrel. It’s all relative, I guess. Oakland is clearly the hottest team currently among the three of them. Worry about them.

[Saint]

Aug 23, 2019 8:02:46 GMT -6 unionstation82 said:

Aug 23, 2019 5:08:53 GMT -6 Saint said:

As frustrated as most of us are/have been during this recent trend of mediocre play, we're now just a game away from the best record in the AL. Just have to keep holding on for a couple more weeks and stay/get healthy.

I’m torn on home field. I’d like for the Astros to have it, but then again should we be that afraid of the Yankees and their stadium? Last year, we won the first game in Boston and almost won the second game. A fluke positioning on defense robbed Bregman of a gamewinner against the lucky as hell Kimbrel. It’s all relative, I guess. Oakland is clearly the hottest team currently between the three of them. Worry about them.

I've never thought home field was a necessity, but it's certainly helpful. The Astros are streaky, so if they're relatively cold now, they're lined up well to get hot at the right time.

[ɮօʀȶǟʐ]

Aug 23, 2019 8:02:46 GMT -6 unionstation82 said:

Aug 23, 2019 5:08:53 GMT -6 Saint said:

As frustrated as most of us are/have been during this recent trend of mediocre play, we're now just a game away from the best record in the AL. Just have to keep holding on for a couple more weeks and stay/get healthy.

Oakland is clearly the hottest team currently among the three of them. Worry about them.

I was assured a couple of months ago, by our resident expert, that we have absolutely nothing to worry about in regards to Oakland.

[ɮօʀȶǟʐ]

The decision about the worth of Homefield Advantage is an easy one: Look at the home record this year.

[Saint]

Aug 23, 2019 8:50:24 GMT -6 ɮօʀȶǟʐ said:

Aug 23, 2019 8:02:46 GMT -6 unionstation82 said:

Oakland is clearly the hottest team currently among the three of them. Worry about them.

I was assured a couple of months ago, by our resident expert, that we have absolutely nothing to worry about in regards to Oakland.

We're 7 games up with like 30 games to go. Are you really worried?

[blcoach8]

Aug 22, 2019 10:04:58 GMT -6 unionstation82 said:

Aug 22, 2019 9:56:51 GMT -6 paastrosfan said:

To give it a spin on the difference, here are a few.

www.answers.com/Q/How_many_ways_can_a_runner_score_from_third_base_with_less_than_2_outs

I agree that it’s easier to score from third base, but nearly half of those ways involve a mistake by the opposing team. Altuve has the speed to score from second with two outs easily. Reddick, pinch running for Chirinos, has the same. The old adage that you should never make the first or third outs at third base applies.

*****

[blcoach8]

Aug 23, 2019 9:01:59 GMT -6 Saint said:

Aug 23, 2019 8:50:24 GMT -6 ɮօʀȶǟʐ said:

I was assured a couple of months ago, by our resident expert, that we have absolutely nothing to worry about in regards to Oakland.

We're 7 games up with like 30 games to go. Are you really worried?

I am not worried about winning  the division......never have been.  BUT, no matter what you  think. we NEED home field advantage . Fortunately for us, the A's swept the Yankees and we are withing one game of the Yankees for home field advantage.....Yankees play a three game series in LA against the Dodgers this weekend while we host the Angels.  We  have a good shot at taking the lead in the race for home field and that is very important.

[Saint]

Aug 23, 2019 9:45:37 GMT -6 blcoach8 said:

Aug 23, 2019 9:01:59 GMT -6 Saint said:

We're 7 games up with like 30 games to go. Are you really worried?

I am not worried about winning  the division......never have been.  BUT, no matter what you  think. we NEED home field advantage . Fortunately for us, the A's swept the Yankees and we are withing one game of the Yankees for home field advantage.....Yankees play a three game series in LA against the Dodgers this weekend while we host the Angels.  We  have a good shot at taking the lead in the race for home field and that is very important.

In 7 games against NYC with 4 in NYC, we won the series. Home field advantage is nice, but plenty of teams win without it.