tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post3959681581896432716..comments2024-02-15T05:42:18.307-05:00Comments on Nats Insider: Time for an offensive breakthrough?Mark Zuckermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13525315258889435961noreply@blogger.comBlogger89125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-89008508916768642812011-07-06T17:12:37.158-04:002011-07-06T17:12:37.158-04:00Sec 3, My Sofa said... Harper's callup won'...<i>Sec 3, My Sofa said... Harper's callup won't be based solely on stats. He needs to cut down on the eye makeup and kisses to the pitcher, and they do not want to start his arb clock any sooner than necessary. <br /><br />July 6, 2011 3:55 PM </i><br /><br />I don't think a September callup affects the Arb clock or Super 2.<br /><br />Any experts out there on this?<br /><br />Mark Z.?PAY TO PLAYnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-52130246329600227542011-07-06T16:57:24.664-04:002011-07-06T16:57:24.664-04:00He's so unhep, when you say "Dylan"
...He's so unhep, when you say "Dylan"<br />He thinks yer talking about Dylan THOMAS<br />(whoever <i>he</i> was).<br />The man ain't got no culcha.a simple desultory phillipicnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-61726472452678390132011-07-06T16:27:31.012-04:002011-07-06T16:27:31.012-04:00Re: Epstein.... This former Senators Great, hero o...Re: Epstein.... This former Senators Great, hero of my childhood, is a hitting guru, and the comment above, just got me thinking, that's all... Google "rotational hitting".... He was "certified" by Ted Williams...<br /><br />Michael Peter Epstein (born April 4, 1943 in the Bronx, New York), nicknamed SuperJew, is a former Major League Baseball player for the Baltimore Orioles, Washington Senators, Oakland Athletics, Texas Rangers, and California Angels from 1966–1974.[1][2][3]<br /><br />The first baseman was noted as a strong power hitter who did not hit for a high batting average, though he walked (and was hit by pitches) so often that he finished with a respectable career .359 on base percentage.UnkyDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10427401050130317607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-54482872825080110182011-07-06T16:22:04.394-04:002011-07-06T16:22:04.394-04:00UNTERP.NAT said...
"Making observations does...UNTERP.NAT said... <br />"Making observations doesn't make me an expert, neither does it mean that I am right"<br /><br />Then instead of declarative statements such as "His hand eye coordination is lost," put forth a supposition or a theoretical statement.<br /><br />I would agree that he could have lost his hand eye coordination, but there could be a number of reasons he's having a bad year. Personal problems (family illness, etc.) can very easily cause these same performance problems.<br /><br />For whatever reason, he's having a seriously sucky season.N. Cognitonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-81011953573285218692011-07-06T16:15:48.396-04:002011-07-06T16:15:48.396-04:00Yogi Berra: "In baseball, you don't know ...Yogi Berra: "In baseball, you don't know nothing."<br /><br />And I also liked seeing the stars on Clip's cap and jersey.natsfan1anoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-75350399583569742402011-07-06T16:14:27.387-04:002011-07-06T16:14:27.387-04:00... And the good news is:
We're STILL winning...... And the good news is:<br /><br />We're STILL winning and a game above .500.<br /><br />Typically, we'll get some hitting when the pitching starts to falter.<br /><br />GYFNG!Timhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01179264557056912312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-69478674119047518132011-07-06T15:57:33.339-04:002011-07-06T15:57:33.339-04:00NatStat said...
and people wonder why blogs lack...NatStat said...<br /><br /><br />and people wonder why <b>blogs</b> lack credibility.Soul Possession, PFB Sofahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08891662837668214475noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-54298388737820976762011-07-06T15:56:23.341-04:002011-07-06T15:56:23.341-04:00Epstein? ROFL. Let's replace him with Horsesh...Epstein? ROFL. Let's replace him with Horseshack! Or bring back Mr. Kotter. <br /><br />Look, Werth is hitting VERY poorly. it's not a question of BABIP either, because I agree with others that he just seems to take a LOT of strikes right down broadway.<br /><br />I thought I read somewhere that he actually is not working with Rick Eckstein, but has his own batting coach, perhaps even Matt Stairs? If that is the case, that needs to change. Not to bring up the past, but if Riggleman tried to change that and was not able to (no support from management, Riggs would argue) then you can bet DJ would not be deterred.<br /><br />At any rate, the All Star break will help everyone heal a bit, especially mentally. BTW - I absolutely LOVED the stars on Clippard's cap and jersey last night. That is so very cool to see.ehay2knoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-53838656410928499562011-07-06T15:55:36.158-04:002011-07-06T15:55:36.158-04:00Harper's callup won't be based solely on s...Harper's callup won't be based solely on stats. He needs to cut down on the eye makeup and kisses to the pitcher, and they do not want to start his arb clock any sooner than necessary.Soul Possession, PFB Sofahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08891662837668214475noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-50572568512046378072011-07-06T15:52:37.305-04:002011-07-06T15:52:37.305-04:00We do spend a lot of time discussing the mote in W...We do spend a lot of time discussing the mote in Werth's eye, don't we? I'm not sayin, I'm just sayin.HypAnonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-31150844735158786572011-07-06T15:46:06.087-04:002011-07-06T15:46:06.087-04:00If that's true about Harper's contract, Bi...If that's true about Harper's contract, Big Cat, then Rizzo's frequent claims that Oppo Boppo won't see the white lines in a MLB park this season are some more of his ongoing FO BS!<br /><br />Man can this guy lie!NatStatnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-73017294656362779412011-07-06T15:45:37.404-04:002011-07-06T15:45:37.404-04:00Big Cat, I agree with NatsJack that there were no ...Big Cat, I agree with NatsJack that there were no promises but there is the smallest chance based on merit he would be called up in September. You have to wonder if Bryce Harper puts up numbers at Harrisburg like he did in May at Hagerstown, then I think he would earn a September callup. Still, Rizzo has plenty of reasons not to call him up.<br /><br />The reason I could see it if it was earned by outstanding Harrisburg numbers and the Nats are fighting for a playoff spot and the Nats think he could help the team while being a part of the playoff push, -but- it comes with risks as the scouts have a way of finding the weak spots quickly. Harper would look good like Espinosa did last September for a few games, and then go cold when the scouts find the weaknesses IMO. <br /><br />September callups don't have a lot of time for adjustments as you saw with Danny. Luckily, Espinosa made adjustments this year. This is why I think Rizzo would be reluctant. Still a lot to learn for an 18 year old phenom.Steve M.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-72161195784694564472011-07-06T15:44:59.672-04:002011-07-06T15:44:59.672-04:00casey stengel:
there comes a time in every man'...casey stengel:<br />there comes a time in every man's life, and i've had quite a few of themwaddu eye nonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-4690570973763014962011-07-06T15:24:39.490-04:002011-07-06T15:24:39.490-04:00Big Cat.... You will not see Harper in a Nats unif...Big Cat.... You will not see Harper in a Nats uniform this season. ST was the only promise they gave him.NatsJack in Floridanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-35645084124362580832011-07-06T15:19:47.396-04:002011-07-06T15:19:47.396-04:00Desmond needs to close his stance to parallel and ...Desmond needs to close his stance to parallel and move 3-4 inches closer to the plate.<br /><br />Werth needs to have his eyes checked<br /><br />I have heard thru a fairly reliable source that Harpers contract stipulates that he has to have a certain number of big league ab's this year. Anybody else heard about this? How about you NatsJack?Big Catnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-70836531714573102982011-07-06T15:14:52.992-04:002011-07-06T15:14:52.992-04:00You have to love how the Nats find creative ways t...You have to love how the Nats find creative ways to win and last night I thought would be a Nats blow-out with the way that 1st inning went. Still, a Kardiac Kids win seems to be what the fans love. A heart pounder until the end.<br /><br />Davey seems quickly acclamated to what he has in his bullpen. He has used them much more effectively although you still should only want Clip for 1 full inning and use HRod and Full Pot for partial innings. <br /><br />Like I suggested several months ago, Detwiler is the versatile guy in the 'pen. Only remember, if you use him for long relief, you lose him for a few days. I think he is your perfect 7th or 8th inning guy to be used strategically with Clippard. When you play the Phillies, you use him in the late innings when you have Ryan Howard, Utley and Ibanez coming up and that may be the time to use him for 2 innings.<br /><br />From someone elses suggestion, Davey Johnson didn't take long to figure out who he had in AA and AAA and wanted Detwiler. Whether or not that option was open to Riggleman, who knows.<br /><br />If I were the manager, I would spend less time pissing and moaning about my contract and more time on over-achieving by fielding the best team I could get out there. Davey has already gotten more use out of Stairs in his 1st week than Riggleman got out of him the rest of the season.<br /><br />Let's see what Davey can do with Werth who is pivotal for the 2nd half push. One thing I can tell you about Werth is that he works his butt off. The results aren't there. My observations have been he pulls his left leg towards the outside of the batters box opening himself up and flailing on outside pitches. He can hit and will hit. He just needs to settle into a groove. Luckily Davey pushed him back to the 5 hole and maybe he needs to settle into the 6th hole. I hate to hear any of "our" guys being boo'd as he is trying hard. Just hoping for him to get into a groove and get going.<br /><br />Desmond seemed to take some good cuts yesterday and hit into some bad luck. Both he and Bernadina could have had 3 hits yesterday.Steve M.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-62102344499379517212011-07-06T15:10:09.706-04:002011-07-06T15:10:09.706-04:002:49..... Maybe Epstein IS the Answer.....2:49..... Maybe Epstein IS the Answer.....UnkyDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10427401050130317607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-82690742294258512642011-07-06T15:09:50.623-04:002011-07-06T15:09:50.623-04:00New topic?
Just saw on MLB Network that the FO is...New topic?<br /><br />Just saw on MLB Network that the FO is looking for Strasburg to make a minor league rehab start in mid-August.<br /><br />Woooooooooooooooo Baby!Grandstandernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-55915010964150689882011-07-06T15:01:54.654-04:002011-07-06T15:01:54.654-04:00I saw my first Nats (Senators) game in 1945. This ...I saw my first Nats (Senators) game in 1945. This team, with all its faults, which are many, is way better than any of its predecessors in DC, except for the team Calvin Griffith moved to Minnesota. Such a long perspective makes me a lot less criticial and a lot more patient than I would be without it. Go Nats!Mickey Vernonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02078802155870920513noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-77647210497648130192011-07-06T15:00:33.968-04:002011-07-06T15:00:33.968-04:00I wanna see Jayson Werth, Ian Desmond and the othe...I wanna see Jayson Werth, Ian Desmond and the other slumpers doing more jumping jacks, trunk twisters, push-ups, leg lifters, bicycles and bull-in-the-ring before games.The Jokernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-19781639645221800482011-07-06T14:54:41.280-04:002011-07-06T14:54:41.280-04:00I feel it in my bones 2 hits for Werth tonight. )I...I feel it in my bones 2 hits for Werth tonight. )I feel a K too though),Manassas Nats Fannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-55780825111451637932011-07-06T14:49:15.931-04:002011-07-06T14:49:15.931-04:00Zimm, Desi, and Ramos need to stand closer to the ...Zimm, Desi, and Ramos need to stand closer to the plate. They're all unable to reach the outside black with a normal stroke.Is Epstein blind, or is this his hitting advice, I wonder?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-51572236284717663902011-07-06T14:40:29.581-04:002011-07-06T14:40:29.581-04:00Jayson Werth!
You WILL hit tonight!
.....thereJayson Werth!<br /><br />You WILL hit tonight!<br /><br /><br />.....thereLoveDaNatshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15862413868566964245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-57958972076791693562011-07-06T14:37:22.723-04:002011-07-06T14:37:22.723-04:00Gee, around the first of May many of you wee throw...Gee, around the first of May many of you wee throwing in the towel with Mike, "Well, It WasOnly Spring Training" Morse"mi said then that he has always been a streaky hitter and that he would get hot. Jason Werth will also get hot again. The "Jason Hayneswerth" line was clever, but let it go.Comparing him to that worthless piece of dog doo from the Redskins is not just insulting and unfair, but also is showing a shallow understanding of the game of baseball. Werth is out there hustling, encouraging his teammates, and wants to play every inning, everyday. Those are two things that Skins' fans could never credit Haynesworth with. Jason's in a prolonged slump that's eating him alive. I have all the confidence in the world that he'll come out of it. GYFNG!!!Joe Seamheadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17000259234420985114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3442809928829881676.post-49273869659780027392011-07-06T14:36:14.074-04:002011-07-06T14:36:14.074-04:00I know you guys are busting my chops and I'm l...I know you guys are busting my chops and I'm laughing like hell, but it's even worse, because I'm serious, and it makes me laugh more...UNTERPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10964325611636663132noreply@blogger.com