SF Giants wins 2nd World Series in 3 years, sweeps Detroit Tigers. Sandoval MVP.

Legit to contend for the AL Central, probably.

Legit to contend for the AL Central, probably.

Master_Live

Lol, I love that gif. That was pretty funny when I saw it.

A bit off-topic, but I was wondering if any ball fans have read the 2 books written by Dirk Hayhurst,The Bullpen GospelsandOut of MyLeague? In my opinion, both are great books, and give a lot of insight into a player living the minor league life. I'm eagerly awaiting the book on the Jays.

Bautista can be plain stupid sometimes. Today is an example of it.

Bautista can be plain stupid sometimes. Today is an example of it.

JohnBean42

I don't want to rub it in, I'm just glad to see Floyd's ERA come down. If he and Danks could be more consistent and Sale more dependable then we'd have a pretty dangerous lineup combined with Quintana and Peavy.

Giancarlo Stanton to have knee surgery tomorrow eliminating him from the ASG and HR derby.

The Marlins' season just keeps getting better!

The Red Soxs suck so much balls right now.

And I wish umpires would all just die. They are attention seeking losers who add nothing to the game. NOBODY GOES TO A BASEBALL GAME TO SEE YOU!!!!! GET THAT THROUGH YOUR MORONIC HEAD! The Zack Greinke tossing was disgusting. The guy didn't do anything to anybody, and he did the same thing last year in the nlcs, and he gets tossed and the brewers have to blow their bullpen because of some loser umpire. I hate the umpires, and i hate bud selig. I wish we just had fuc*ing computers calling the games. And they wouldn't have this problem if the horrible commissioner didn't just let this happen. You know why you don't see this crap in the NFL? It's because Roger Goodell would fire their ass on the spot for embarrassing the league. TonyDanzaFan

And I wish umpires would all just die. They are attention seeking losers who add nothing to the game. NOBODY GOES TO A BASEBALL GAME TO SEE YOU!!!!! GET THAT THROUGH YOUR MORONIC HEAD! The Zack Greinke tossing was disgusting. The guy didn't do anything to anybody, and he did the same thing last year in the nlcs, and he gets tossed and the brewers have to blow their bullpen because of some loser umpire. I hate the umpires, and i hate bud selig. I wish we just had fuc*ing computers calling the games. And they wouldn't have this problem if the horrible commissioner didn't just let this happen. You know why you don't see this crap in the NFL? It's because Roger Goodell would fire their ass on the spot for embarrassing the league. TonyDanzaFan

I've lost count of the number of times the Jays have been screwed by umps. The Alvarez tossing was the biggest standout in my mind. And I know it is a growing concern.

Alvarez being ejected: http://mlb.mlb.com/video/play.jsp?content_id=21771419&c_id=mlb

Umps need some kind of punishment or consequence for their action, and it needs to be public. Umps are there forever until they retire or die, and let the power get to them.

And I just saw the Greinke thing. Wow. Ridiculous he and Roenicke were tossed. Ron wasn't even arguing with the ump and Greinke even said he was mad at himself, and I can see why, for not getting there in time.

[QUOTE="TonyDanzaFan"]And I wish umpires would all just die. They are attention seeking losers who add nothing to the game. NOBODY GOES TO A BASEBALL GAME TO SEE YOU!!!!! GET THAT THROUGH YOUR MORONIC HEAD! The Zack Greinke tossing was disgusting. The guy didn't do anything to anybody, and he did the same thing last year in the nlcs, and he gets tossed and the brewers have to blow their bullpen because of some loser umpire. I hate the umpires, and i hate bud selig. I wish we just had fuc*ing computers calling the games. And they wouldn't have this problem if the horrible commissioner didn't just let this happen. You know why you don't see this crap in the NFL? It's because Roger Goodell would fire their ass on the spot for embarrassing the league. Boston_Boyy

[QUOTE="TonyDanzaFan"]And I wish umpires would all just die. They are attention seeking losers who add nothing to the game. NOBODY GOES TO A BASEBALL GAME TO SEE YOU!!!!! GET THAT THROUGH YOUR MORONIC HEAD! The Zack Greinke tossing was disgusting. The guy didn't do anything to anybody, and he did the same thing last year in the nlcs, and he gets tossed and the brewers have to blow their bullpen because of some loser umpire. I hate the umpires, and i hate bud selig. I wish we just had fuc*ing computers calling the games. And they wouldn't have this problem if the horrible commissioner didn't just let this happen. You know why you don't see this crap in the NFL? It's because Roger Goodell would fire their ass on the spot for embarrassing the league. JohnBean42

I've lost count of the number of times the Jays have been screwed by umps. The Alvarez tossing was the biggest standout in my mind. And I know it is a growing concern.

Alvarez being ejected: http://mlb.mlb.com/video/play.jsp?content_id=21771419&c_id=mlb

Umps need some kind of punishment or consequence for their action, and it needs to be public. Umps are there forever until they retire or die, and let the power get to them.

And I just saw the Greinke thing. Wow. Ridiculous he and Roenicke were tossed. Ron wasn't even arguing with the ump and Greinke even said he was mad at himself, and I can see why, for not getting there in time.

[QUOTE="TonyDanzaFan"]And I wish umpires would all just die. They are attention seeking losers who add nothing to the game. NOBODY GOES TO A BASEBALL GAME TO SEE YOU!!!!! GET THAT THROUGH YOUR MORONIC HEAD! The Zack Greinke tossing was disgusting. The guy didn't do anything to anybody, and he did the same thing last year in the nlcs, and he gets tossed and the brewers have to blow their bullpen because of some loser umpire. I hate the umpires, and i hate bud selig. I wish we just had fuc*ing computers calling the games. And they wouldn't have this problem if the horrible commissioner didn't just let this happen. You know why you don't see this crap in the NFL? It's because Roger Goodell would fire their ass on the spot for embarrassing the league. Boston_Boyy

Word. I hate seeing strikes getting called when the ball is way on the oustide, and then to top it off someone must whisper in the umpire's ear because an inning later the same pitch gets called a strike against the other team. Electronics just works so much better for that. You're still going to have umps calling check swings, fair balls, and if a runner is out or not, but pitches can be done by computer.

I think the umps union needs to agree to it...and why would they? They don't need any help, or that's what they think. JohnBean42

Might put Hawk Harrelson out of work, too.

Heath Bell strikes again.

Sorry Marlin fans.

Heath Bell strikes again.

Sorry Marlin fans.

JohnBean42

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Heath Bell strikes again.

Sorry Marlin fans.

Boston_Boyy

Heath Bell makes me sad. So very sad.

The whole team pretty much sucks though.

07/09/2012

Based upon ESPN's Home Run Tracker, here are the average distances of their home runs this year:

• Trumbo - 420 feet
• Gonzalez - 412
• Fielder - 412
• Beltran - 409
• Cano - 407
• Bautista - 403
• Kemp - 400
• McCutchen - 399

I know who I'm putting my money on.

Based upon ESPN's Home Run Tracker, here are the average distances of their home runs this year:

• Trumbo - 420 feet
• Gonzalez - 412
• Fielder - 412
• Beltran - 409
• Cano - 407
• Bautista - 403
• Kemp - 400
• McCutchen - 399

I know who I'm putting my money on.

Oleg_Huzwog

[QUOTE="Oleg_Huzwog"]

Based upon ESPN's Home Run Tracker, here are the average distances of their home runs this year:

• Trumbo - 420 feet
• Gonzalez - 412
• Fielder - 412
• Beltran - 409
• Cano - 407
• Bautista - 403
• Kemp - 400
• McCutchen - 399

I know who I'm putting my money on.

ChikaraShref

No, that link shows the distance of every single home run hit by every single player this year. I just filtered for the derby participants, and averaged the results.

I remember saying "don't bet on Timmy Lincecum with his unorthodox delivery" and his dropping velocity, but people said "man you craaazzyyy" X360PS3AMD05

Gotta go with the hometown player, Joey Bats! And what a great start for him.

Chris Berman is obnoxious.-Halftime-

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I can't wait for the day he gets the pink slip. I really didn't like the show. Nomar, Kruk and Berman in '13 means I watch on mute.

[QUOTE="-Halftime-"]Chris Berman is obnoxious.Namgis

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I can't wait for the day he gets the pink slip. I really didn't like the show. Nomar, Kruk and Berman in '13 means I watch on mute.

Kansas City fans, I salute you. That was hilarious.

lol @ Yankee fans of all people accusing KC of being cIassless

So at the halfway point, who do you guys seeing the individual awards? For me it's:

AL MVP: Mike Trout.

Runner up: Cano

NL MVP: Andrew McCutchen

Runner up: Joey Votto

AL Cy Young: Jered Weaver

Runner up: Justin Verlander

NL Cy Young: R.A Dickey

Runner up: Gio Gonzalez

AL ROY: Mike Trout

Runner up: Yu Darvish

NL ROY: Wade Miley

Runner up: Bryce Harper

AL Manager: Buck Showwalter

Runner up: Robin Ventura

NL Manger: Clint Hurdle

Runner up: Davey Johnson

I'm a Yankees fan, and i think anybody who takes last night seriously is a moron. The KC fans were just having fun. Would you rather them have fun and chant for Billy or just sit there quiet? The fans last night were awesome. Anybody who is legitimately upset about last night should kill themselves for being such sensitive idiots. TonyDanzaFan

Add @JoeyBats19 to that list. He wasn't impressed with the fans at all. But that might have been blow over from his frustration about his performance.

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I agree. As a Yankees fan, I'm glad our guys are getting jeered. It's a part of sports, everyone hates on the heels. And right now, that's the Yanks. Good on KC for showing they are a great baseball town. It's been far too long since they've had anything worth cheering. Haven't been to the POs since they won it all in '85.

[QUOTE="TonyDanzaFan"]I'm a Yankees fan, and i think anybody who takes last night seriously is a moron. The KC fans were just having fun. Would you rather them have fun and chant for Billy or just sit there quiet? The fans last night were awesome. Anybody who is legitimately upset about last night should kill themselves for being such sensitive idiots. Namgis

Add @JoeyBats19 to that list. He wasn't impressed with the fans at all. But that might have been blow over from his frustration about his performance.

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I agree. As a Yankees fan, I'm glad our guys are getting jeered. It's a part of sports, everyone hates on the heels. And right now, that's the Yanks. Good on KC for showing they are a great baseball town. It's been far too long since they've had anything worth cheering. Haven't been to the POs since they won it all in '85.

So do teams actually try in the All-Star game or is it like the NFL Pro Bowl?

So do teams actually try in the All-Star game or is it like the NFL Pro Bowl?

sherman-tank1

[QUOTE="TonyDanzaFan"]I'm a Yankees fan, and i think anybody who takes last night seriously is a moron. The KC fans were just having fun. Would you rather them have fun and chant for Billy or just sit there quiet? The fans last night were awesome. Anybody who is legitimately upset about last night should kill themselves for being such sensitive idiots. Namgis

Add @JoeyBats19 to that list. He wasn't impressed with the fans at all. But that might have been blow over from his frustration about his performance.

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I agree. As a Yankees fan, I'm glad our guys are getting jeered. It's a part of sports, everyone hates on the heels. And right now, that's the Yanks. Good on KC for showing they are a great baseball town. It's been far too long since they've had anything worth cheering. Haven't been to the POs since they won it all in '85.

The booing WAS all in good fun. But to be honest, it was a big much. You gotta let it go...is he really going to take him over Bautista, Trout or Fielder? No.

The booing WAS all in good fun. But to be honest, it was a big much. You gotta let it go...is he really going to take him over Bautista, Trout or Fielder? No.

JohnBean42

Then next time he shouldn't say he will beforehand. Also, who has more homers this year: Butler or Fielder?

[QUOTE="Namgis"]

[QUOTE="TonyDanzaFan"]I'm a Yankees fan, and i think anybody who takes last night seriously is a moron. The KC fans were just having fun. Would you rather them have fun and chant for Billy or just sit there quiet? The fans last night were awesome. Anybody who is legitimately upset about last night should kill themselves for being such sensitive idiots. JohnBean42

Add @JoeyBats19 to that list. He wasn't impressed with the fans at all. But that might have been blow over from his frustration about his performance.

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I agree. As a Yankees fan, I'm glad our guys are getting jeered. It's a part of sports, everyone hates on the heels. And right now, that's the Yanks. Good on KC for showing they are a great baseball town. It's been far too long since they've had anything worth cheering. Haven't been to the POs since they won it all in '85.

The booing WAS all in good fun. But to be honest, it was a big much. You gotta let it go...is he really going to take him over Bautista, Trout or Fielder? No.

And Ron Washington is a TERRIBLE manager. Why the f*ck did he bring in Joe Nathan and Matt Harrison over Sale, Weaver, etc etc? Oh yeah, because they are Texas players. Matt Harrison should not have even been an AS to begin with. 5 runs is a big lead, but once Harrison gave up 3 more, then everybody pretty much lost hope.

[QUOTE="JohnBean42"]

[QUOTE="Namgis"]

Add @JoeyBats19 to that list. He wasn't impressed with the fans at all. But that might have been blow over from his frustration about his performance.

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I agree. As a Yankees fan, I'm glad our guys are getting jeered. It's a part of sports, everyone hates on the heels. And right now, that's the Yanks. Good on KC for showing they are a great baseball town. It's been far too long since they've had anything worth cheering. Haven't been to the POs since they won it all in '85.

TonyDanzaFan

The booing WAS all in good fun. But to be honest, it was a big much. You gotta let it go...is he really going to take him over Bautista, Trout or Fielder? No.

Should have linked it.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1254579-2012-all-star-game-fans-went-too-far-by-harassing-robinson-canos-family

Fans targeted his family. THAT is too far. Even if it was just a select few, it's still just...classless.

The booing..well, I do understand why they did it.