tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post3089802060072827749..comments2023-11-03T09:23:28.156-04:00Comments on Pinstripe Postings: Game Elevation ContinuesMiddle Reliefhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09413753701900586090noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-25741034767984749422007-06-21T21:19:00.000-04:002007-06-21T21:19:00.000-04:00Yea yea yea..another internet tough guy. A dime a...Yea yea yea..another internet tough guy. A dime a dozen. I'm sorry about those nasty things your uncle did to you when you were a kid, but it's really not our fault.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-51904071876977338252007-06-21T18:37:00.000-04:002007-06-21T18:37:00.000-04:00Hey 57...love the response....a little defensive b...Hey 57...love the response....a little defensive but not bad for a Met fan. Then again, as a Met fan you get a lot of practice at being defensive. <BR/><BR/>And for Scooter, shut your yappy mouth....better yet, shove a cannoli in it. It's obvious that you're another Italian...probably picked your name because of Phil Rizzuto, wished you could play SS as good as he once did (I love you Riz), still wear an Italian horn around your neck or maybe from your rear-view mirror, and watch re-runs of the Sopranos every chance you get.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-61213361694242640862007-06-21T16:45:00.000-04:002007-06-21T16:45:00.000-04:00Interesting article on Carl Pavano on ESPN.comhttp...Interesting article on Carl Pavano on ESPN.com<BR/><BR/>http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/eticket/<BR/>story?page=pavanoAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-26991260241996528862007-06-21T14:12:00.000-04:002007-06-21T14:12:00.000-04:00ESPN Reports - Joe G. turns down offer from the O'...ESPN Reports - Joe G. turns down offer from the O's<BR/><BR/>MidAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-31389958785502894632007-06-21T11:12:00.000-04:002007-06-21T11:12:00.000-04:00I hate Joe TorreI hate Joe TorreAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-12942781813485452382007-06-21T10:33:00.000-04:002007-06-21T10:33:00.000-04:00OK, Mid...but one more Italian crack outta Yankee ...OK, Mid...but one more Italian crack outta Yankee Boy and I'm all over him too.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-36111825631335549042007-06-20T22:25:00.000-04:002007-06-20T22:25:00.000-04:00My people tell me that an offer and a COUNTER offe...My people tell me that an offer and a COUNTER offer has been made between the O's and Girardi. The owner is dragging his feet now because Joe wants an out clause in his contract that allows him to opt out should other (other meaning when Torre is done and Steiney offers him the job) opportunities present themselves without recourse.<BR/><BR/>As Blog Commish it looks to me that 57 is taking exception to a little chin music from the rookie Yankee Boy. I have reviewed the play and have issued the following release: <BR/><BR/>We have no place for those that want to act like Kevin Youkilis after a high and tight one... the pitcher needs to control the plate - no suspensions will be issued.Middle Reliefhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09413753701900586090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-75885089857429211622007-06-20T22:13:00.000-04:002007-06-20T22:13:00.000-04:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-17969630036987068152007-06-20T18:40:00.000-04:002007-06-20T18:40:00.000-04:00It is apparent that Yankee Boy needs to resort to ...It is apparent that Yankee Boy needs to resort to "Fists to Cuffs" because she can't do anything else with her brains. Problem is, by "fists to cuffs" is actually a word in the dictionary called 'fisticuffs'... but, apparently you might not know what a dictionary is. <BR/><BR/>I am a proud of being an Italian and I wonder if you're proud of being stupid.<BR/><BR/>And keep your sports comments to yourself because what you don't know could probably fill a book. <BR/><BR/>Anyone else with me here?57https://www.blogger.com/profile/17313919623719340501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-83451365120837691422007-06-20T17:19:00.000-04:002007-06-20T17:19:00.000-04:00OK...enough already.....I've been a silent observe...OK...enough already.....I've been a silent observer of this great blog for a few months now and need to call out "57." Aren't there rules for keeping Met fans off the blog? Not sure who this guy is but I've never met someone so arrogant. I'm not one to "battle" over the internet - I'd actually prefer face-to-face and fists-to-cuffs - but this guy drives me crazy!!!!! <BR/><BR/>Oh, and by the way, I'm sick of the Italian comments....OK, I get it you're Italian, proud of your heritage, love raviolis with meat sauce, etc....But stop telling the world. Why is that all Italians need to tell everyone they meet that they're Italian? Weird....<BR/><BR/>Hey 57, do us a favor and take you cocky Met-lovin' Italian rear-end somewhere else.<BR/><BR/>Now on to the important stuff. Is it possible that Joe Girardi is hanging on to hopes that he will one day manage our beloved Yanks? Peter Gammons is reporting that Girardi has been offered the job but still no news of his acceptance. Maybe after the Mets complete another dismal season, Willie will get the ax and move back to the Bronx. It's very possible....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-75827892514880039512007-06-20T14:42:00.000-04:002007-06-20T14:42:00.000-04:00I don't mind if its Tex or Wigington - hope not Sh...I don't mind if its Tex or Wigington - hope not Shea - he's a clubhouse problem.<BR/><BR/>On Phelps - I'm not saying he was the next Donnie Baseball - what I am saying is giving him pinch hit spots, and playing an occasional 6 inning games before being pulled in the final third of a game is a different mindset then being put in as the everyday.<BR/><BR/>If given the shot to be the everyday player, he'll be batting .300 plus and 25 HRs for another ball club - take that one to the bank.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-63187388723773990082007-06-20T13:26:00.000-04:002007-06-20T13:26:00.000-04:00Come on fellas...Phelps did nothing. He got close...Come on fellas...Phelps did nothing. He got close to 100 at bats and showed no pop with the bat. Phillips will hit just as much if not better and provide much better defense. <BR/><BR/>The Yankees are going to make a trade for a first baseman anyway, whether it's a blockbuster for Teixeira or a smaller deal for a Hildebrand or a Wigginton.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-86550973642488026682007-06-20T10:35:00.000-04:002007-06-20T10:35:00.000-04:00I have to agree that Josh Phelps was not given a f...I have to agree that Josh Phelps was not given a fair chance. He had a great spring and then was allowed to sit on the bench while Minky could not bat his weight.<BR/><BR/>Joe Torre was always very high on Phillips and felt that if he was given enough time and at bats in the minors he would be okay. His time is now. He has hit well in the minors and he is good defensively.<BR/><BR/>The question now is whether Baltimore wants Phelps back - He was a rule 5. Yanks paid $50K and had to keep him on the 25 man roster for the season. If Baltimore wants him back, he goes to Baltimore and Baltimore keeps half the money.old professorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07823684296552393738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-33474583995571833702007-06-20T08:38:00.000-04:002007-06-20T08:38:00.000-04:00The disrespecting of Josh Phelps was completed as ...The disrespecting of Josh Phelps was completed as the Yanks desiganted him for assignment to bring up Andy Phillips... they never were willing to give this guy a fair shot at becoming an everyday Yankee.<BR/><BR/>MidAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-46758553837951071892007-06-19T19:40:00.000-04:002007-06-19T19:40:00.000-04:00The only Italian I see at the ball park is serving...The only Italian I see at the ball park is serving sausage from a cart.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06226651226377535274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-50085154676109163782007-06-19T16:27:00.000-04:002007-06-19T16:27:00.000-04:00That is why Paul LoDuca is a God. We need more It...That is why Paul LoDuca is a God. We need more Italians in this leauge.57https://www.blogger.com/profile/17313919623719340501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-2463317069947962502007-06-19T14:56:00.000-04:002007-06-19T14:56:00.000-04:00Mid,Not trying to make anything out of the ethnic ...Mid,<BR/>Not trying to make anything out of the ethnic issue. Sheffield piped off about it a couple of weeks ago. ESPN Radio personalities carried discussions on and on and on about it. Even Ozzie Gullen had an opinion.<BR/><BR/>The facts and numbers speak for themselves. If the Yankees have opened up the Far East Market, the discussions in ten years will be why there are so many Asians in MLB versus low numbers of Hispanics and African-Americans.old professorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07823684296552393738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-42018981683295696092007-06-19T14:39:00.000-04:002007-06-19T14:39:00.000-04:00THE RETURN OF KEI IGAWA happens on Friday at San F...THE RETURN OF KEI IGAWA happens on Friday at San Fran.<BR/><BR/>#s in AAA: 2-2, 2.88 ERA.<BR/><BR/>MidAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-77408414043943104542007-06-19T13:37:00.000-04:002007-06-19T13:37:00.000-04:00As always Old Prof - you take a few comments and t...As always Old Prof - you take a few comments and try to tie them to things that have nothing to do with the original intent. - Baseball Execs right around Jackie Ro day were asked, and they point blank said it is a business issue that they can build facilities, and sign several players versus the cost one domestic player. - No control issues or sheffield issues, just moneyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-11633951614059685692007-06-19T13:36:00.000-04:002007-06-19T13:36:00.000-04:00Another idiot: Ken Rosenthal on foxsports.com bas...Another idiot: Ken Rosenthal on foxsports.com basically says the Yankees should trade for Teixiera EVEN if it costs them Phil Hughes. <BR/><BR/>Do these guys have any concept whatsoever on how to build a winning ballclub?<BR/><BR/>http://msn.foxsports.com/mlb/story/6938410Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-50638831531914958632007-06-19T11:47:00.000-04:002007-06-19T11:47:00.000-04:00The Mets had 15 hits last night.The Mets had 15 hits last night.57https://www.blogger.com/profile/17313919623719340501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-66547219198881861092007-06-19T11:32:00.000-04:002007-06-19T11:32:00.000-04:00Forgot to comment on the ethnic signing issues. S...Forgot to comment on the ethnic signing issues. Sounds like someone has been reading quotes from Gary Sheffield who believes that Hispanic ballplayers are easier to control and are willing to sign for a lot less.<BR/><BR/>The truth of the matter being baseball seems to be a major area of interest for Carribean Countries and yes it is a way for players to escape the poverty of such places as the Dominican Republic and Cuba (provided you can get out of this country without being shot).<BR/><BR/>Baseball also seems to be attractive to Carribean Players because unlike football and basketball, there are a large number of non-college athletes drafted by professional teams.<BR/><BR/>It would appear the interest of African American Athletes seems to be less with baseball and more with Basketball (could it be that once drafted by an NBA team you make your money immediately and play in the NBA, unlike baseball where once drafted, you can spend years in the minors before getting to the show).<BR/><BR/>Same goes for football, a lot of money up front and you play in the bigs immediately - no minor league system.old professorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07823684296552393738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-38078729062253301472007-06-19T09:09:00.000-04:002007-06-19T09:09:00.000-04:00Regarding the signing of two Chinese players, only...Regarding the signing of two Chinese players, only time will tell. Both players are only 19 and they will be allowed to develop in the Yankee system for a long time.<BR/><BR/>On a very positive note, the Yankees picked up a half game on the Red Sox. Monday's Red Sox game is the second straight game that Schilling has been lit up. It looks as if the no-hit bid three starts ago may have taken more out of him than he might be willing to admit.<BR/><BR/>Yankees need to build another long winning streak.old professorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07823684296552393738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-75654663900186848012007-06-19T08:46:00.000-04:002007-06-19T08:46:00.000-04:00There's been a lot mentioned recently about the de...There's been a lot mentioned recently about the declining rates of blacks and whites in MLB and the rise of Latino and Asians within the ranks.<BR/><BR/>If you believe it is due to economics - meaning they can sign a player in the system cheaper with Latino/Asians etc. vs. domestic Americans, then perhaps these two signings could be just that. <BR/><BR/>An example of outsourcing?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35713616.post-71216684871192157492007-06-18T16:42:00.000-04:002007-06-18T16:42:00.000-04:00...a.k.a on the above = A top sign the Apocolypse ......a.k.a on the above = A top sign the Apocolypse is nigh.57https://www.blogger.com/profile/17313919623719340501noreply@blogger.com