David HK

But... but....... We already have the fabulous Ian Miller. Ain't that enough? And what is Johnny Field up to these days, anyway?

I'm going for all 7, right in a row. Gawd, how much does that suck? Our one starter who, in the 2nd half has been strong and getting stronger, the one guy who's been taking his turn and doing something positive with it... This is what I don't get: You're a pro athlete for many years. You have access to the best medical maintenance professionals and substances on somebody else's dime. You know, and have seen teammates and others get pinged for this. And somehow, you're still going to put something in your body where the sales pitch is some dude saying, "Pssst, hey buddy..." What is it the kids say these days? SMFH.

Keith? That you?

Welp, Cleveland 6, Rochester 2. That's enough for me today.

alright, as much as I dislike Cleveland's lame broadcast team, I'm switching over. I'm tired of Dick's begging and pleading for baserunners. It's just cloying, and annoying.

I love it. Especially the part about Boston not making the postseason. Sweeeeet.

Happened to notice this as I was rolling through some highlights. Unfortunately can't unsee it, so I think I'll share the pain. Andrew Cashner, what the....? I think I'll call this look the "Double Mullet."

Remy and the Red Sox booth were commenting on that at the end, how good the Twins D was throughout the series. They're homers, as usual, but the kind of homers who give deserved kudos to their opponents. They were actually a pleasure to listen to this series.

Wow-- I mean, wow....... Got back from class just in time to see Eddie gun that guy down. chicken time! Hahahahahahahahaaaaaaaaa, Boston!

Only if you drink adult bev's out of one skull, and use another one to hold your nachos.

Welp... We got shut down by somebody's Ace. It happens. Our "Ace" on the other hand.... It's too bad this September schedule wasn't flipped a bit- 1st 2 weeks are all tough teams, last 2 weeks are the bottom-feeders of the Central. If it were the other way around, it would have been perfect to rest Berrios and Gibby, and maybe even Pineda for a turn, then tune up for potential playoffs. But really can't rest those guys against BoSox, Washington, and Cleveland. Get 'em tomorrow, boys. We've got 7 more against the Tribe to come, I'd love to stay at least 5 up before we take 'em on again.

Jeepers creepers. I know it's been a long night for everybody, umps included-- But there's simply no excuse for that strike call on Tortuga. That's just disgraceful.

Welp. There was that Eddie R discussion thread from yesterday. Exhibit A right there. What could possibly necessitate that throw (sort of) to the plate, allowing the runner to move up to 2nd? Brain cramp of the first order. For God's, sake, now I'm hate-watching this game.

Jeepers, just back from class in time to see Makina in trouble yet again. I sure hope he gets a ground ball here. Don't want to see him face Betts again with the bases juiced.

Hmph. Just a quick glance through today's scores and happened to notice: Bumgarner 1.0 IP, 7 pitches, 5 strikes. Just sayin'...

I saw that too, and was shocked. Then I got to thinking, that right now, in my 60th decade, not having played serious baseball since the Last Days of Disco, I really honestly think I could outhit Daniel Palka, right after I finish my breakfast.

This is good stuff! What a fascinating read. There's a lot the dedicated Twins fan would be familiar with, and mostly agree on. I love Eddie like a rock. In addition to his often-productive bat, he brings a lot of intangibles to the club with his attitude and how he approaches the game. But the mental lapses at the plate and in the field- they're beyond the level of maturity he should be showing by now. It would not surprise me in the least if Eddie gets packaged this winter for starting pitching, but it would hurt my heart. Those young sluggers that are making their wayt through the ranks, all pretty much project to LF/1B, so they're going to need a spot to fit into. I don't see Larnach, Rooker, or any of the other kids replacing Kep or (a healthy) Buxton for seasons hence.

Except for Jerry Remy.

Heh... Just came back from class in time to see Sano launch Sputnik2. Jerry Remy and the Sawks booth are in awe... Ooohs and aaahs abound. Play by play guy: "And here comes the manager." Jerry Remy: "I guess SO." My goodness, Sano almost hit Porcello in the face. On the video scoreboard. About 1000 feet from home plate, and 12 stories high.

Alright, it's off to bed. I'll catch y'all around first pitch time, as I leave for work. Just back inside, as a typhoon whips its way through town. Had to get up and go outside just now, and tie down my bike cover, as it blew completely off. Heh... somehow, after all these years, I managed to find another Magna....

You could totally pitch that screenplay. I'd hold out for Tarantino to direct, if I were you.

We have a winner!

You're on the right track-- Keep going around the bend... To where Ringo and Barbara met... On the set...