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By Justin

August 2, 2006 09:50 PM | Link to this

It’s great we have a good solid set up man and closer. But I hope it’s no too late.

By sam

August 2, 2006 09:50 PM | Link to this

One has to wonder what our record would be if we had had Baez and Wickman all year. They show confidence when they walk out to the mound and that has to affect both the braves players and thwe opponents.

By Brad

August 2, 2006 09:52 PM | Link to this

I think the bullpin helps a lot. It actually helps the starters out. Now when they pitch, they don’t have to worry about the late innings. They don’t have to pitch too long just to keep from having the bullpin come out. The last time Hudson pitched well, he tried to pitch through the ninth inning, but had to come out(then sosa blew a 7-2 lead). Ever since then he hasn’t pitch that well.

I just hope LaRoche isn’t out too long. He has been red hot since the allstar break.

By Heath

August 2, 2006 10:02 PM | Link to this

As poorly as the Braves have played ALL as a whole to this point in the year, things really could be worse. As the game stands now, LA will beat the Reds and the Braves will be back within 4.5 games of the wildcard. The trades J.S. made this past week, at first glance, look to be greats moves to sure up three of our worse spots on the team (1. closer 2. setup 3. leadoff). I will admit that the sample size here, to date, is very small, but things just “feel” better. As Brad pointed out, confidence is a large part of performance and adding positively contributing pieces to the proverbial puzzle has to have a trickle down effect. My question is this….if Aybar continues to do well in the number whole, what happens when Chipper returns? If I were a betting man, my money would be on Giles back at leadoff and aybar ridin’ the pine. Agree/Disagree?

By David

August 2, 2006 10:09 PM | Link to this

My only words of caution here is that the opposition is the Pirates…and a thrown together version of the Pirates at that given the deadline roster overhaul.

Having said that, I think it’s telling that I am so confident about our 8th and 9th inning pitching that I let TiVo switch over to the Pro Poker Tour at 9 PM rather than watch the rest. I certainly wouldn’t have done that three weeks ago.

By David

August 2, 2006 10:10 PM | Link to this

With regards to the numbers crunch when Chipper returns, I view that as a pleasant problem.

By Heath

August 2, 2006 10:15 PM | Link to this

David: …my comment eluding to chipper returning had very little to do with him, more so with giles still playing despite being a constant pain in the %^& when at the plate this year.

By supergrass

August 2, 2006 10:19 PM | Link to this

can ya stop with the questions : Is there time to salvage a playoff spot? again with the ups and downs of this team ….i think it would be a tremendous misfortune if laroche is out for any extended period, hes getting very steady at the plate and fielding, braves need him in the lineup

By David

August 2, 2006 10:20 PM | Link to this

Dude, Giles is 11 for his last 24.

By Robert(Justice Is The Best)

August 2, 2006 10:21 PM | Link to this

David, I agree you can’t get too excited about the Pirates. However, the pen did an excellent job against the Mets as well. This pen has been greatly improved by Reitsma getting hurt, Sosa being traded (stupid Cardinals), and Baez and Wickman being acquired. If Baez does a good job the rest of the season, he should definitley be given a contract in the offseason.

By Heath

August 2, 2006 10:21 PM | Link to this

i would hope to see aybar at 2B, batting leadoff… the guy looks like his glove would work somewhere besides at 3rd. Adding someone with a reliever was essential to any trade for betemit just for the occasion that 3rd, ss or 2B needed to be played on any given night. I think that is one of the biggest reasons that the trade with the Padres never happened. J.S. probably couldn’t coax the Dads out of a quality utility guy to pair up with linebrink….oh, and reds lose…4.5 back now.

By Todd A

August 2, 2006 10:26 PM | Link to this

Way to go JS.2 months,too late.

By Robert(Justice Is The Best)

August 2, 2006 10:30 PM | Link to this

Todd, thats unfair. Wickman nor Baez were available two months ago. Neither one of them were available in the offseason either. Wickman chose the Indians over the Braves for the same amount of money and the D-Rays demanded a king’s ransom for Baez.

By Me

August 2, 2006 10:37 PM | Link to this

Todd A likes men.

By WitherBravos

August 2, 2006 10:41 PM | Link to this

Listen, Bobby told the Super GM of the Braves during spring training that this club had no bullpen. They knew it then and did nothing about it except give the Rietsma the ball. These latest two moves are affective, but should have been done in March. Of course there were vacations to Hawaii to take and books to sign.

By Beachcomber

August 2, 2006 10:55 PM | Link to this

Great blogs. Well said. Wish we could have had them all year but didn’t and still in the race despite that. A lot of our questions will be answered in Cincy this weekend. Well off to Franklin, N.C. for the wife’s H.S. reunion this weekend. Hope they have a Braves network station up that way. Go Braves!

By Todd A

August 2, 2006 11:04 PM | Link to this

Not saying it had to be the same cast of characters we now have.Todd Jones was available,but the Braves weren’t willing to go an extra year on his deal.Look,we knew last year that Reitsma wasn’t the answer.He had one good month the entire season(July).Surely,people smarter than me in the Braves organization had to realize this too.Schuerholz has been has been getting by with bailing wire and duct tape the past few years,and now he has egg on his face.He could have done anything rather than the status quo.The Braves had two glaring needs going into the season:a lead-off hitter and a reasonably reliable closer,and Schuerholz didn’t address either.The man has done a good job the last 15 years,but he really dropped the ball last off-season.

By mack

August 2, 2006 11:08 PM | Link to this

4-8 million, give or take, was supposedly saved in preseason for payroll flexibility to make moves mid-season such as these. This flexibility makes sense, when you don’t have a glaring need and unsure what you will need later… But, We had a glaring need and apparently everyone knew this.

Not paying enough for a bullpen during the preseason, in order to have the flexibility to fix it later. Why could we have not offered Wickman more $’s or someone like him? TB wanting a king’s ransom for Baez makes no sense to me either. If your a GM of TB,Pitt,KC,etc., are you that unwiling to trade because you want to keep your relief pitchers?

I like JS, but one thing is for sure, he’s one of the best at spin, and making it appear that everyone else is insane.

By Robert(Justice Is The Best)

August 2, 2006 11:12 PM | Link to this

Well, the guys just weren’t available to acquire. Payroll constraints kept the team from competing in the free agent market. Billy Wagner and Todd Jones both publicly said they wanted to be Braves. However, the Mets and Tigers respectively offered deals the Braves simply could not compete with. Not making excuses but that was not JS’ fault. Since pitching is such a premium teams want the farm to give it up or any player of consequence. The Braves wanted Fuentes but the Rockies wanted McCann or Salty.

By Todd A

August 2, 2006 11:29 PM | Link to this

If Wickman and Baez walk,we’re probably going to end up trading a guy like Salty this off-season for a closer or late inning guy anyway.Truth is,Schuerholz had gotten complacement.We won the division last year with a bunch of rookies.The year before,we won with smoke and mirrors.That team had no business in the playoffs.JS had gotten to the point that he felt it didn’t matter who he signed,Cox would make it work over 162 games,and the Braves would still prevail in their division.The Mets have made a habit of collapsing.Why should this year be any different?Except this time,the Mets loaded up with the right blend of quality free agents and farm hands to overtake them.JS can make any excuse about payroll he wants.He didn’t have a sense of urgency,and he wasn’t concerned about the Mets.

By Robin

August 2, 2006 11:36 PM | Link to this

This weekend series with the Reds could turn out to be crucial. Though the Braves admittedly have a bunch of teams to climb over, a sweep of the Reds could put them within a game or two of the WC. Admittedly, hey’ll have a lot of company, but they’ll be close. Even 2 out of 3 makes it very interesting. We’ll have Smoltz on Sunday, but having to go with Schiell on Sat is a shame.

By Brad F

August 2, 2006 11:37 PM | Link to this

FYI, Sosa gave up a home run in his debut with the Cardinals tonight.

By Brad F

August 2, 2006 11:39 PM | Link to this

Actually it was Sosa’s second game with the Cards. Still I had to laugh at this headline on the Cardinals’ website: “Sosa’s versatility a plus.” Ignorance is bliss.

By Todd A

August 2, 2006 11:39 PM | Link to this

Sorry…meant complacent.It’s getting late lol.

By mack

August 2, 2006 11:46 PM | Link to this

My fav. was major network’s link that wrote “Detroit acquires new power source: Sean Casey” I think Casey is the only firstbaseman who has to take power advice from Mark Grace.

By Tomahawkin

August 2, 2006 11:48 PM | Link to this

Schill on Saturday is already a loss, so we need to take the 1st and third games

It is very imperative that we tak e the 1st game as I said last weekend, This time of year, the common denominator to winng in the stretch and was well as the playoffs for that matter is having good momentum…

By Tomahawkin

August 3, 2006 12:02 AM | Link to this

Man You guys, I don’t think I’ve seen 4 staraight saves by the blowpen since the Smoltz Era ended in 2003…

By Tomahawkin

August 3, 2006 12:25 AM | Link to this

Dis Blog, Blows!

D.O.B. Must be in In Maui, smoking a fatty, lol, I Think I’ll come back later, When Da Grinch comes out of the closet…

By Jeremy

August 3, 2006 12:38 AM | Link to this

Schiell has a shot Saturady cuz the Reds are throwing Khyle Lohse, who was 2-5 with a 7.10 ERA for the Twinkies!

By Tomahawkin

August 3, 2006 12:51 AM | Link to this

Good, But I think that Reds lineup I gonna intimidate Schill, much Like that Cardinals lineup did, If we can get Schill some runs early, we might have a chance…but you can tell he was intimidated when facing Pujols and the cards as well as the Mutts

Our bats need to clown at the Great American Smallpark, If they do, were taking 2 of three at least…

By Cincybravefan

August 3, 2006 01:03 AM | Link to this

The Reds are starting Kyle Lohse on Saturday, he was 2-4 with a 8.92 ERA with Minn. prior to coming to the Reds. Also the Reds defence has really not done well lately, 5 unearned runs Monday night as a example. I hope we have decent starting pitching to allow us to get to the new bullpen, what a change of pace. Go Braves

By gotigers72

August 3, 2006 01:49 AM | Link to this

I’m afraid it’s too late. Let’s get back to .500, then I may get a little excited. LaRoche being out may hurt, but then Thorman could man up and show what he is made of and it may not hurt as bad. All of you Marcus bashers, watch what he does now since he’s moved back to the 2 hole. That bunt was a thing of beauty, and in the postgame interview he said it was his idea. That’s Marcus. Does what he needs to do to help win the game. He plays with the intensity of a Tasmanian Devil, and there are not many second basemen in the league that are as good or better than him defensively. He WANTS to be a Brave.

It sure is nice to see relievers come in and throw strikes, keep the ball down and keep it out of the middle of the plate. I hope their confidence and ability to do the things I mentioned will rub off on the younger guys. Especially the part about throwing strikes. McBride would be an excellent reliever if he would just do that, but right now he has more BBs than Ks. It doesn’t matter that this is the Pirates. EVERYBODY, both good and bad teams, has rocked the bullpen this year. That is until Baez and Wickman came along.

By Spike

August 3, 2006 02:29 AM | Link to this

We are only 4.5 games out of the wildcard race right now, with the bulk of the next month’s schedule against the Cubs, Nationals, and Pirates. If we can win the series against the Reds this weekend we are in great shape to make a run at the wildcard. As for the bullpen, it is great to see the stability there. Wickman and Baez have solidified the end of the rotation, but we shouldn’t overlook the job Tyler Yates has done before they got here to help calm the ‘pen a little in July. ERA of under 1.00 and opponents batting around .130 off him…good stuff for a guy flying under the radar.

By Matt B

August 3, 2006 03:31 AM | Link to this

August continues to look good. The Braves need to continue the rise from the ashes of late august and the utter disappointment against the Mets last weekend. I think that it lit a fire under the Braves. From the end of that series to the end of the season it wouldn’t surprise me if the Braves have the best record in baseball over that span. Lets go Braves… yeah it’s the Pirates, but we have a 2-0 august so far and have gained a game on the Mets and 2 on the WC.

By Matt B

August 3, 2006 03:33 AM | Link to this

i meant late july* sorry… I’ve been in California since the All-star break, I can’t wait to get back and actually WATCH the Braves play. I’m relegated to ESPN gamecast on-line, and the occasional on-line radio broadcast. GO BRAVES!!!

By azcats

August 3, 2006 07:11 AM | Link to this

I feel your pain on the telecast issues. I did find a radio station that broadcast online out of richmond, va. it’s not like tv but at least I can here the VOICE OF THE BRAVES. http://www.sportsradio910.com/main.html just click listen live The loss of LaRoche is gonna hurt especially with A Jones in his slump. I think he has struck out like 20 times over the last couple games. BC may wan’t to sit him a couple days to get him back to normal.

By Dave nockahomer

August 3, 2006 07:29 AM | Link to this

WAITING for DOB to return? why? I used to consider him the premiere blog leader but not anymore. He said NADA about the stupid move of Betemit. Not one word….and if I recall correctly he didn’t want Baez. so much for him. It is a crazy game. why duck on now, Tomahawkin? DOB will be back with his ‘company’ blog soon. What will be interesting is our new bullpen against Cincy!
GO BAEZ AND WICKMAN…… and if they bench Aybar when Chipper returns, the stupidity of Bobby Cox only gets bigger and bigger. Don’t know if he can play second, but I am still not excited about Giles even if the media is. GO BRAVES!

By Robert(Justice Is The Best)

August 3, 2006 07:38 AM | Link to this

I believe this team could be preparing to go on a huge run. I said last night and I will say it again. This starting rotation, in part, has been struggling because they feel they have throw a perfect game every time they go out because if they don’t the bullpen will blow the game. Now, these guys know they can pitch 6 or 7 strong innings, leave the game, and watch the bullpen hold it down. Last night Yates did give up an inherited run but he kept his composure got out of the inning without any further damage and gave the team a chance to win. We all know that a month age the pen would have blown up the Braves would have wound up being down 5-2 or 6-2. I’m still leary of Baez however, I just realized that if he could close games for Tampa Bay with Pinella glaring out of the dugout ready to explode at any second, then he can pitch in pressure situations for the Braves and Bobby Cox. He struggled in L.A. but that could have had more to do with Grady Little than anything. Little isn’t the best manager. (Pedro in game 7 of the 2003 ALCS) That one still stings.

By Reality check

August 3, 2006 07:48 AM | Link to this

Wait a minute. Did none of you notice that the bullpen actually DID blow another save last night? If Jason Bay doesn’t drop Aybar’s flyball in the 8th, this could have been just another bullpen loss. Baez and Wickman have looked nice so far, but let’s not get carried away. The rest of the pen is still blowing em every chance they get.

By Robert(Justice Is The Best)

August 3, 2006 08:06 AM | Link to this

Reality check, that is simply not true. As bad as this past weekend was with the Mets, the one good thing was how well the bullpen pitched. In every game they came in and held the Mets at bay. The fact is Yates did give up the run last night but Horacio should have never started that inning to get them in the trouble in the first place. Horacio was obviously done in the sixth inning. Look at the numbers and watch the performances. Except for an instance here and there Paronto, Ray, and Yates have all been terrific.

By Rob

August 3, 2006 08:12 AM | Link to this

The bullpen didnt blow a save Yates came in with 2 guys on. it wasnt his fault he gave up a base hit and someone scored because ramirez let that guy get on not yates.

By KC

August 3, 2006 08:21 AM | Link to this

reality check:

Even the best of them make mistakes, and I think Bobby made one leaving HoRam in there as long as he did. He was obviously tired, and he probably shouldn’t have started the 7th inning. Certainly, once he gave up the singe, it was time to go get him.

Tyler Yates gave up a single. That’s it. He then did a great job to get out of a bases loaded jam, and keep it tied. The bullpen still did an excellent job.

By KC

August 3, 2006 08:24 AM | Link to this

technically it is a blown save, but I can guarantee you that no one in the Braves clubhouse views it that way.

The bullpen went 2-1/3 innings allowing only one single (that was also the only baserunner the bullpen allowed). Let us also remember how tight this game was and how there was no drama in the 8th or 9th innings. It’s a beautiful thing.

By KC

August 3, 2006 08:37 AM | Link to this

If you look at the Wild Card standings, there are 8 teams ahead of Atlanta, BUT…

If we’re planning on winning more games than we lose the rest of the way (and of course we’ll have to), the loss column is the only thing that really matters in the standings right now.

There are actually 5 team (not 8) ahead of them in the loss column (and 2 others tied).

3 of the 5 teams ahead of us are only one game ahead of us in the loss column.

Only 2 teams are more than 1 game ahead of us in the loss column: The D-backs and the Reds. Both are 4 games up on us.

We’re still right there folks. We are very much within striking distance. The other teams in race are convincingly mediocre. All we have to do is play good baseball. Tim Hudson, are you reading this?

By The Brave

August 3, 2006 09:02 AM | Link to this

Go Braves!! I knew you could do it.

By Braves20

August 3, 2006 09:23 AM | Link to this

Robert (JITB) - Good point on Baez. If you can even partially succeed in Tampa Bay, think of what you can do elsewhere. The major leagues are dotted with guys that got really screwed up by the Rays organization who recovered in a better organization. The Braves John Burkett comes to mind. But Baez succeeded despite the Rays - but then you have to remember he was with Cleveland before coming to baseball hell down here in Tampa Bay.

By KC

August 3, 2006 09:30 AM | Link to this

They won’t be perfect… we all know that. But we don’t have to worry about the bullpen anymore. It’s solid.

Let’s all channel our positive energy to Tim Hudson today. I have no idea what in that hell that means… but it sounds good.

By Kentavo

August 3, 2006 09:37 AM | Link to this

D.O.B. gets more time off than a government auditor.

Even if the Braves go 15-0 with Chipper out and Aybar at leadoff, and Giles breaking out of slump, Cox will immediately put Giles back at leadoff upon Chipper’s return.

Anyone disagree?

By KC

August 3, 2006 09:40 AM | Link to this

Kentavo:

Well there is only one alternative, and that’s to bat Renteria leadoff instead.

Yeah, you’re probably right. I can’t see bobby doing that… even though I think he should.

By Joe

August 3, 2006 09:43 AM | Link to this

Can we get T. McGuirk & J. Schuerholz to pay off MLB and give Atlanta a 162 game road schedule next year?

By KC

August 3, 2006 09:47 AM | Link to this

JOE:

Hey, if Selig will allow the $#%@&%^%$&#$%& all-star game to decide the World Series… I suppose he’ll consider anything. #@$@#$ idiot, Selig.

By Joe

August 3, 2006 09:52 AM | Link to this

KC,

Hell, Selig knew all about the steroid issues until Jose ratted everyone out. That @#%^&ing idiot pretty much ruined MLB for what it is today. I’m sure he’d probably take the payoff.

By Brent

August 3, 2006 09:56 AM | Link to this

Today is huge! We need to make sure that we don’t lose any ground before we head into Cincinnati.

It’s Huddy’s turn to be the real ace.

If Huddy can do his job, and Maddux can do us a favor in Cincy, this could end up being a huge week-end.

Go BRAVES!

By KC

August 3, 2006 10:01 AM | Link to this

Joe, I agree. Selig’s a weasel. He doesn’t deal with the tough issues. When he comes under fire as he did after that all-star game that ended in a tie… he does whatever’s necessary to take the heat off. Even if that means having a WS decided by a $#%^$# all-star game.

He refuses to consider striking, or even putting an asterisk next to records that players cheated to achieve (Barry Bonds, McGuire, Sosa).

The single-season home run record is still 61 by Roger Maris. And I don’t care whether Barry Bonds hits 766 or not, Hank Aaron will still be the all-time HR king.

How and the hell can baseball ban Pete Rose, a guy who didn’t’ cheat, and allow Barry Bonds to continue his illegal march toward the most sacred record in all of baseball.

Selig did one good thing… interleague play. That’s it. Apart from that, he’s hurting the game.

The only thing killing baseball more than Bud Selig is the players union.

By Brian

August 3, 2006 10:03 AM | Link to this

It would be such a confidence boost if Huddy could pitch a good game today and we could get a win. Tough matchup on Friday, Harang is pitching vs James in a HR hitters park. If we can pull these next 2 games out it would be huge. I sure do hope Roche gets back soon, anyone heard anything, hopefully its just tweaked and we can have him back in a couple of days.

By KC

August 3, 2006 10:11 AM | Link to this

Brian:

I think the feeling on LaRoche right now is that he will probably sit out today (available for pinch-hitting duty), and will be in the lineup tomorrow night.

It would be terrific to see Huddy have a great outing. One of those might be all it takes to get him going.

I’m a little worried about the Red’s series in that we have C.James (who’s had problems with the longball, and will be pitching in a band box this weekend), and Jason Shiell, who doesn’t seem to belong at the major league level at all.

The good news is that we have Smoltzy going on Sunday, so if we can find a way to split the first two games, we can take this series.

By KC

August 3, 2006 10:18 AM | Link to this

I actually still have a good feeling every time Hudson goes out there. I still feel a little bit of anticipation when he’s scheduled to start. There’s always a part of me that thinks “today will be the day he turns it around”.

Let’s hope that little part of me is right… soon.

By Longwood's Finest

August 3, 2006 10:31 AM | Link to this

KC:

I agree with your points on Hudson. I feel real good on his day to pitch. The last game he should have given up like 4 runs….ground ball that Giles always gets, but didn’t. Can’t blame anyone for that though. He has also looked better the past, I don’t know, 6 games or so. As long as he doesn’t walk anyone he’ll be great. I hope the offense lights it up today to get him an early lead.

By KC

August 3, 2006 10:35 AM | Link to this

Longwood’s Finest:

I’m not sure if he’s looked any better in last 6 starts… but we all know the ability’s still there. I guess, I still have some optimism left because it’s impossible for me to picture Hudson continuing to pitch like this, given the kind of pitcher he’s been for the last 7 years.

He’s still fairly young, and there are no apparent health issues. Weird.

By KC

August 3, 2006 10:36 AM | Link to this

Does anyone know if Don Sutton is still with the Braves broadcast team? It doesn’t seem like I’ve seen or heard him in a good while.

By Shaun

August 3, 2006 10:37 AM | Link to this

Let’s not forget the starters haven’t been too impressive either. We’ve been able to count on Smoltz, but that’s about it.

By Rod

August 3, 2006 10:37 AM | Link to this

My only concern is who is going to be our 8th and 9th inning guys next year?

By Longwood's Finest

August 3, 2006 10:41 AM | Link to this

I’m pretty sure he is only 31…just a poor season for him so far, I guess. I still like what I’ve seen from him in his past couple of starts, he’s been getting knocked around after 5 or 6. Hopefully we’ll have a big enough lead to take him out after 5 and let Villareal throw a few

By KC

August 3, 2006 10:41 AM | Link to this

Shaun:

Horacio Ramirez has been stellar in 9 of his last 12 stars dating back to May when he came off the DL.

Granted, the 3 bad outings were very bad… but a guy that shuts down the other team 3 out of 4 times, is valuable to any team.

He needs to be more consistent, but I would still argue that he’s done a good job.

In the end, Tim Hudson is still the key to everything for the Braves right now.

By Longwood's Finest

August 3, 2006 10:42 AM | Link to this

should be… he’s “only” been getting…

By KC

August 3, 2006 10:44 AM | Link to this

Longwood’s:

Well yeah, but… We need Hudson to do a lot more than just eek out 5 innings for us. We need him to be the co-anchor of the starting staff that the Braves expected him to be.

By Longwood's Finest

August 3, 2006 10:46 AM | Link to this

I definately don’t disagree with you on that.

Prediction: Braves Win 7-2

By Kentavo

August 3, 2006 11:27 AM | Link to this

The bad news on Sunday is we’re going agains Losche, who’s posted pretty good #s in the A.L.

By trevor

August 3, 2006 11:36 AM | Link to this

we first need the cubs to help out against arizona. They scare me more than the reds do. We can handle the reds. GO Cubbies

By fnreitsma

August 3, 2006 11:44 AM | Link to this

did someone say Losche has been posting pretty good numbers in the AL? I’m curious to know when these alleged good numbers occurred?

By Nick

August 3, 2006 12:26 PM | Link to this

HoRam has to be the gayest nickname.

By PoliticalMan

August 3, 2006 12:59 PM | Link to this

Well after the season is shot, JS backs off his bullpen pitchers are a dime a dozen. It would be nice to have a left fielder. The other two outfielders are flailers. It is nice that the stupidiy of batting Giles in leadoff has stopped momentarily. Of course, he’ll be right back there when CJ returns. The Braves are actually a sad team.

All this wild card talk is hilarious. The Braves have the 3rd worst record in the NL. They are not going to climb past 9 teams. Is there no end to spin?

By KC

August 3, 2006 01:10 PM | Link to this

Another great start for Hudson. Swell.

By KC

August 3, 2006 01:17 PM | Link to this

Hudson just had a good inning.

I hereby declare Hudson’s struggles over and done with!

Thus sayeth KC.

By supergrass

August 3, 2006 02:15 PM | Link to this

take it back kc

By Chief

August 3, 2006 02:19 PM | Link to this

So, it’s the 6th inning and Hudson’s pitching again. What might happen? Oh, a single, a walk, another single to score a run, runners on first and second, nobody out…. HAS ANYONE REALIZED THAT HUDSON CAN’T MAKE IT THROUGH THE SIXTH? Not sure what you do about it on a global level, but when you see Hudson’s getting in trouble (again) in the sixth (again) and you finally have a bullpen that can bail him out, why not use it?

By supergrass

August 3, 2006 02:24 PM | Link to this

lucky huddy got the double play. interesting to see if bobby lets him come back out to pitch or will the bullpen take over in the 7th……

By Vinnie Boombotz

August 3, 2006 02:28 PM | Link to this

Uh oh here come the braves!!! Hilarious. You guys will be watching exhibition games the rest of the year.

By supergrass

August 3, 2006 02:31 PM | Link to this

if healthy, on complete rest, hudson should really be going longer than 6.0ip

By James

August 3, 2006 02:32 PM | Link to this

It’s too little too late but at least it’s a change for the better. Go Braves. Maybe we can get the wild card and who knows what can happen if the Braves get hot. With everybody healthy we can still win it all.

Love the Braves since 1966, I am a Loyal Fan. GO BRAVES.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By supergrass

August 3, 2006 02:48 PM | Link to this

OMG-JEFF “FIRST PITCH SWINGING” FRANCOEUR!!!

By Tom

August 3, 2006 03:02 PM | Link to this

Exactly Supergrass….Jeff F today, 0-4 with 5 pitches thrown to him…not in one at bat, but all day. Jeesh, take a pitch Jeff, who knows, you might get a good count….then get the fastball you are always swinging at!

By Joe

August 3, 2006 03:14 PM | Link to this

Downer… Huddy threw well today but forgot to bring his offence. Can’t knock him for this one. Braves left too many on base. Go get Cinci this weekend.

By AMAZINGMET

August 3, 2006 04:04 PM | Link to this

Baez & Wickman will look good in Met uniforms next year.

I understand Schuerholz has been offered 12 cases of Sam Adams by the RedSox for Hudson. I see Huddies ERA dipped to a svelte 5.22 after that stellar performance (all of 6 innings)against the hapless Pirates.

Betemit is tearing it up for the Dodgers.

Keep those brilliant moves coming, Schuerholz. Your making Steve Phillips look smart !

By AMAZINGMET

August 3, 2006 04:04 PM | Link to this

Baez & Wickman will look good in Met uniforms next year.

I understand Schuerholz has been offered 12 cases of Sam Adams by the RedSox for Hudson. I see Huddies ERA dipped to a svelte 5.22 after that stellar performance (all of 6 innings)against the hapless Pirates.

Betemit is tearing it up for the Dodgers.

Keep those brilliant moves coming, Schuerholz. Your making Steve Phillips look smart !

By AMAZINGMET

August 3, 2006 04:05 PM | Link to this

Baez & Wickman will look good in Met uniforms next year.

I understand Schuerholz has been offered 12 cases of Sam Adams by the RedSox for Hudson. I see Huddies ERA dipped to a svelte 5.22 after that stellar performance (all of 6 innings)against the hapless Pirates.

Betemit is tearing it up for the Dodgers.

Keep those brilliant moves coming, Schuerholz. Your making Steve Phillips look smart !