Blake

I wish I could be that charitable. I think it's an incredibly puzzling move, at best.

Congratulations! You just made me cringe and laugh at the time time.

You think it's possible the FO brought in Belisle because the FO realized it's a lost season and the FO is trying to avoid bringing people up because of service time?

Sigh. This is turning into a tough year after it started so well. Should make the trade deadline interesting, though. Were I Vanimal, I'd be salivating at the thought of writing that particular game thread.

Mold isn't as lifeless as this team, however.

The tendon is being broken down faster than it can rebuild itself? Did I read that right? Interesting. Thank you very much.

Anyone have a good reason why Belisle was picked up over promoting from within?

Concur. Not really a likeable type of thing.

Orange jello mold or orange jello in the mold?

Game distraction:

I keep waiting for this lineup to get it together. Maybe they'll get it together after a couple of major players are traded at the deadline.

So, Mrs. Blake and I got back to town this morning, where this afternoon it's a balmy 105 degrees. Did I mention we were in Laughlin, NV., where the high yesterday was 119? 105 doesn't really looks so bad right about now.

Hey RB!

Welp, I admit to being a bit disappointed the no-hitter was broken up. I figured if Sale is going to deal, but fun to see if he can throw a perfect game. Though, Sale was dealing, no doubt about that. Credit to Berrios, though, for hanging tough so far.

I have to admit, I liked Morris' comment about stealing signs.

I believe Molitor has no idea how to lead a team. Or, as some might put it, inspire.

Overall, players go through slumps. But what's completely befuddling is the whole team just isn't hitting. Yes, there are some bright spots but not enough to carry the team. The way things are going, opposing managers might just as well walk Rosario and Escobar and take their chances with the rest of the lineup.

No, I'd prefer my ears remain intact, thank you very much!

Another excellent, intro, SS1.

Soup from a Nail: A fable that predates even Chief and I. http://www.berattarverkstan.se/net/soup.htm

Stuffed pork chops, grilled veggies and popovers at Che Blake today.

Romero is giving up too many hard hit balls.

Wow, that's not exactly the way I wanted Carasco to be knocked out of the game. I hope it's nothing serious.