Monday, October 11, 2010
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Week 4 Charger Recap
VICTORY!
And that's how the first four games should have been, this team is just too talented to be playing so badly.
Special teams looked better with some veterans volunteering.
Gates is just unstoppable, once teams start doubling him Floyd will get more looks.
Mathews looks good, no need to give him more than 20 carries, keep him fresh and let Tolbert help.
Defense played well but it was Derek Anderson at quarterback.
Shaun Philips probably won't play like that again this year, unless Merriman comes back.
And that's how the first four games should have been, this team is just too talented to be playing so badly.
Special teams looked better with some veterans volunteering.
Gates is just unstoppable, once teams start doubling him Floyd will get more looks.
Mathews looks good, no need to give him more than 20 carries, keep him fresh and let Tolbert help.
Defense played well but it was Derek Anderson at quarterback.
Shaun Philips probably won't play like that again this year, unless Merriman comes back.
Monday, September 27, 2010
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Top 10 Reasons why people didn't go to the Chargers game.
10. Bad economy, duh.
9.They would rather go turkey hunting and pretend its Norv Turner they're shooting.
8. They would rather stay home and watch popcorn cook. It starts slow, warms up, pops and then burns, same as the Chargers.
7. Bridget Jones Diary Part 2 was on Sunday at 1.
6. You really think people are going to pay after last week's performance?
5. Padres game was on.
4. Why be loyal to a team that isn't loyal to its players?
3. You can just watch it online.
2. We would rather be passive like the owners.
1. A.J Smith is a prick
9.They would rather go turkey hunting and pretend its Norv Turner they're shooting.
8. They would rather stay home and watch popcorn cook. It starts slow, warms up, pops and then burns, same as the Chargers.
7. Bridget Jones Diary Part 2 was on Sunday at 1.
6. You really think people are going to pay after last week's performance?
5. Padres game was on.
4. Why be loyal to a team that isn't loyal to its players?
3. You can just watch it online.
2. We would rather be passive like the owners.
1. A.J Smith is a prick
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Reflecting on Chargers Week 1 Loss
Negative commentary.
4 Straight passes from the 4 with a minute on the clock? Really?
Giving up that much for Mathews was a mistake, rookie looked over his head. Fumble cost the team 7 points. AJ Smith hasn't a good draft since 06.
Sproles looked like a scared little puppy, he just had nothing this game.
Floyd isn't ready to be a #1, get Vincent Jackson back ASAP.
By not signing McNeill and Jackson long term, it looks like AJ won't get Rivers a ring just like LT. No moves have been made to say " Hey, this GM is going all out trying to win one"
Noise was a factor and so was the rain, but who's brilliant idea was it to start the game that late?
Mistakes, mistakes and some more mistakes, this team needs a real HC, you can't dig a hole for yourself like that against a mediocre team like the Chiefs.
I thought Cromartie and his school of missed tackles was traded a few months back? Sure looks like it didn't.
Where is Kassim Osgood when you need him? Scifres had 3 touchbacks, 2 more than he had ALL LAST SEASON.
Gates was double and triple teamed late in the game, a WR has to step up.
Mathews looked like LT last night, and by that I mean falling at the line of scrimmage.
Positive Commentary
Week 1, still 15 games left, but this was one they should have had.
Rivers looked pretty sharp despite the weather.
As I predicted, no Jackson just means more Gates.
Dombrowski preformed very well last night
Defense looks sharp, not too much of a concern.
AFC West is still terrible and the Chargers to lose
Suggestions for next week
More deep balls to Floyd
More Mike Tolbert
Better punt coverages, Scifres had 3 beauties last night that went into the endzone.
4 Straight passes from the 4 with a minute on the clock? Really?
Giving up that much for Mathews was a mistake, rookie looked over his head. Fumble cost the team 7 points. AJ Smith hasn't a good draft since 06.
Sproles looked like a scared little puppy, he just had nothing this game.
Floyd isn't ready to be a #1, get Vincent Jackson back ASAP.
By not signing McNeill and Jackson long term, it looks like AJ won't get Rivers a ring just like LT. No moves have been made to say " Hey, this GM is going all out trying to win one"
Noise was a factor and so was the rain, but who's brilliant idea was it to start the game that late?
Mistakes, mistakes and some more mistakes, this team needs a real HC, you can't dig a hole for yourself like that against a mediocre team like the Chiefs.
I thought Cromartie and his school of missed tackles was traded a few months back? Sure looks like it didn't.
Where is Kassim Osgood when you need him? Scifres had 3 touchbacks, 2 more than he had ALL LAST SEASON.
Gates was double and triple teamed late in the game, a WR has to step up.
Mathews looked like LT last night, and by that I mean falling at the line of scrimmage.
Positive Commentary
Week 1, still 15 games left, but this was one they should have had.
Rivers looked pretty sharp despite the weather.
As I predicted, no Jackson just means more Gates.
Dombrowski preformed very well last night
Defense looks sharp, not too much of a concern.
AFC West is still terrible and the Chargers to lose
Suggestions for next week
More deep balls to Floyd
More Mike Tolbert
Better punt coverages, Scifres had 3 beauties last night that went into the endzone.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Padres AAA Player of the Year
Been a while since my last post, but now that the minor league regular season has ended its time to look back at the top performers, highest ceiling and biggest disappointment.
Player of the Year- Cedric Hunter
A year after struggling at AA San Antonio, the 22 year old was back with the Missions and he put himself back on the map. With a line of .308/.373/.423 in one of the toughest hitter leagues in the minors, he struggled after his promotion to AAA but finished with a combined .287/.342/.397 line to end the year. He was very patient at the plate, with a 47/44 BB/K ratio. He needs some more polish, but the 2006 3rd round pick is looking like he could compete for the CF job in the next year or two.
Highest Ceiling- Cory Luebke
Cory has since been promoted to the big leagues but boy did he look great at the minor league level. Going 10-1 with a 2.68 ERA and a 88/29 K to Strikeout ratio across two levels. He is the most polished arm in the system and for good reason, a lefty who hides the ball well, and comes at you with a low 90's fastball and average secondary pitches. He struggled in his first start but that is expected of young pitchers. Newspaper reports he was in awe of Petco Park and the crowd, expect Cory to have a big impact the rest of the season, and possibly be a part of next years starting rotation out of Spring Training.
Biggest Disappointment- Aaron Poreda
The prize of the Jake Peavy trade has been nothing but disappointing so far, struggling with his command at both the AA and AAA levels. A 47/64 Strikeout to BB ratio will not get it done anywhere, especially as a reliever. Which is what the organization seems to see him as now, since he only has one start in his last 10 appearances. Looking back at the entire Peavy trade the only bright spot has been Ryan Webb, he's been a serviceable reliever.
Player of the Year- Cedric Hunter
A year after struggling at AA San Antonio, the 22 year old was back with the Missions and he put himself back on the map. With a line of .308/.373/.423 in one of the toughest hitter leagues in the minors, he struggled after his promotion to AAA but finished with a combined .287/.342/.397 line to end the year. He was very patient at the plate, with a 47/44 BB/K ratio. He needs some more polish, but the 2006 3rd round pick is looking like he could compete for the CF job in the next year or two.
Highest Ceiling- Cory Luebke
Cory has since been promoted to the big leagues but boy did he look great at the minor league level. Going 10-1 with a 2.68 ERA and a 88/29 K to Strikeout ratio across two levels. He is the most polished arm in the system and for good reason, a lefty who hides the ball well, and comes at you with a low 90's fastball and average secondary pitches. He struggled in his first start but that is expected of young pitchers. Newspaper reports he was in awe of Petco Park and the crowd, expect Cory to have a big impact the rest of the season, and possibly be a part of next years starting rotation out of Spring Training.
Biggest Disappointment- Aaron Poreda
The prize of the Jake Peavy trade has been nothing but disappointing so far, struggling with his command at both the AA and AAA levels. A 47/64 Strikeout to BB ratio will not get it done anywhere, especially as a reliever. Which is what the organization seems to see him as now, since he only has one start in his last 10 appearances. Looking back at the entire Peavy trade the only bright spot has been Ryan Webb, he's been a serviceable reliever.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Why the Padres shouldn't make a big move
97 games into the season, the Padres have a 3.5 game lead on the San Francisco Giants, The Dodgers and Rockies are 6 and 8 games back respectively. There is no need to make a move, its great that there is talks though, bats seem to be coming alive, and the pitching has kept on pitching well. Ernesto Frieri has been a great revelation, and there is still bullpen help down in the minors, Evan Scribner, the AA closer could come up and help the bullpen out.
Pitchers like Simon Castro, Corey Luebke and Cory Kluber could all come up and make a spot start, they have all put up excellent numbers in AA and AAA.
Besides, to get a good bat would mean Simon Castro or young guns like Matthew Lolis, Keyvius Sampson or Adys Portillo would have to be involved. All for one shot? Sure that sounds great, but Adrian Gonzalez is surely gone after this year, Jon Garland, Kevin Correia and others could be gone after the year as well. They made it this far with the guys they have, they should let them finish it, they have great chemistry and should be allowed to make a run with the guys they have.
Pitchers like Simon Castro, Corey Luebke and Cory Kluber could all come up and make a spot start, they have all put up excellent numbers in AA and AAA.
Besides, to get a good bat would mean Simon Castro or young guns like Matthew Lolis, Keyvius Sampson or Adys Portillo would have to be involved. All for one shot? Sure that sounds great, but Adrian Gonzalez is surely gone after this year, Jon Garland, Kevin Correia and others could be gone after the year as well. They made it this far with the guys they have, they should let them finish it, they have great chemistry and should be allowed to make a run with the guys they have.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Waiting for 2014
2014 is a long ways away, but it is the light at the end of the tunnel for the San Diego Chargers, it is the year GM AJ Smith's contract is up. Until then the Chargers will continue to have players who will leave their blood and sweat on the field while their GM waits to give them the boot or hide behind a letter with a stamp on it.
As the Vincent Jackson and Marcus McNeill saga continues, we continue to see the arrogant business side of AJ Smith. He who notified his two star players, that if they did not sign their RFA tender, they're salaries would be reduced to peanuts, and they were. Being a great professional he "communicated" this to his players by sending a letter, no visit no call that we know of was made.
That is not how you treat your franchise left tackle, the one who protects your $90 million dollar quarterback, and according to holdout reports both players are willing to hold out until November and only return to play the last 6 games of the season. Which will allow them to become free agents and leave the following season. If the Chargers are to play like this for 10 games, Rivers would be in danger EVERY play, backup Tra Thomas is exactly that, a backup, he won't stand a chance against Dumervil, Seymour and Hali of the AFC West. Not to mention the effect on the running game, is Ryan Matthews supposed to run to the right side only?
The loss of Vincent Jackson would mean Antonio Gates sees more double coverages, less space for the big man to operate in. Floyd was a revelation last year but his success was based on the attention Jackson receives.
The division is still the Chargers to lose, none of the other teams seem capable of overtaking them for first anytime soon, but this is building up to be another one playoff game and out season, which would be no surprise around here. This team has been nothing but a playoff disappointment since 2004, tagged as Super Bowl favorites many times only to be a bust one or two games in.
Back to AJ, how hard would it have been to go meet with his two players? Give them a nice little speech saying, "Hey we've got a chance to do something special here, our time is now, but we need you guys, " with some "The CBA is an issue so we can only offer you this for this year, but once its all worked out we will make sure you guys get paid". That was a little much, never going to happen but I can only wish, and coming out of AJ's mouth it would have been a great big lie. He signs his franchise quarterback this past year but fails to sign his LT after 5 years? And how about Luis Castillo's contract? Not only does he draft him after taking roids in college, he then proceeds to extend him three years after he's drafted. Before Rivers, Jackson, McNeill, MERRIMAN and numerous others.
If anyone deserved a extension in 2006-2007 it was Merriman, it was his play that lifted the Chargers mediocre defense, he helped Cromartie put together that incredible season. We saw the Merriman effect the following year where teams ran and passed all over while he was gone, and its no surprise AJ tries to trade a guy who is so important to this team.
And today AJ comes out saying " It hurts" not having his players this season? Was that a joke? Sarcasm? I don't believe it one bit, if he was so hurt he would go visit his players like Mike Holmgren did in Seattle, explain some things. But he must be too good for it, or must not want to wast gas due to the BP oil spill, who the heck knows what goes on in his mind.
Now I'm just ranting, but its what happens when you love a team this much, and as much as it pains me to say it, we will continue to suffer as long as AJ is GM. And my last painful thought.
The Chargers will not win a Super Bowl as long as AJ Smith is the GM.
As the Vincent Jackson and Marcus McNeill saga continues, we continue to see the arrogant business side of AJ Smith. He who notified his two star players, that if they did not sign their RFA tender, they're salaries would be reduced to peanuts, and they were. Being a great professional he "communicated" this to his players by sending a letter, no visit no call that we know of was made.
That is not how you treat your franchise left tackle, the one who protects your $90 million dollar quarterback, and according to holdout reports both players are willing to hold out until November and only return to play the last 6 games of the season. Which will allow them to become free agents and leave the following season. If the Chargers are to play like this for 10 games, Rivers would be in danger EVERY play, backup Tra Thomas is exactly that, a backup, he won't stand a chance against Dumervil, Seymour and Hali of the AFC West. Not to mention the effect on the running game, is Ryan Matthews supposed to run to the right side only?
The loss of Vincent Jackson would mean Antonio Gates sees more double coverages, less space for the big man to operate in. Floyd was a revelation last year but his success was based on the attention Jackson receives.
The division is still the Chargers to lose, none of the other teams seem capable of overtaking them for first anytime soon, but this is building up to be another one playoff game and out season, which would be no surprise around here. This team has been nothing but a playoff disappointment since 2004, tagged as Super Bowl favorites many times only to be a bust one or two games in.
Back to AJ, how hard would it have been to go meet with his two players? Give them a nice little speech saying, "Hey we've got a chance to do something special here, our time is now, but we need you guys, " with some "The CBA is an issue so we can only offer you this for this year, but once its all worked out we will make sure you guys get paid". That was a little much, never going to happen but I can only wish, and coming out of AJ's mouth it would have been a great big lie. He signs his franchise quarterback this past year but fails to sign his LT after 5 years? And how about Luis Castillo's contract? Not only does he draft him after taking roids in college, he then proceeds to extend him three years after he's drafted. Before Rivers, Jackson, McNeill, MERRIMAN and numerous others.
If anyone deserved a extension in 2006-2007 it was Merriman, it was his play that lifted the Chargers mediocre defense, he helped Cromartie put together that incredible season. We saw the Merriman effect the following year where teams ran and passed all over while he was gone, and its no surprise AJ tries to trade a guy who is so important to this team.
And today AJ comes out saying " It hurts" not having his players this season? Was that a joke? Sarcasm? I don't believe it one bit, if he was so hurt he would go visit his players like Mike Holmgren did in Seattle, explain some things. But he must be too good for it, or must not want to wast gas due to the BP oil spill, who the heck knows what goes on in his mind.
Now I'm just ranting, but its what happens when you love a team this much, and as much as it pains me to say it, we will continue to suffer as long as AJ is GM. And my last painful thought.
The Chargers will not win a Super Bowl as long as AJ Smith is the GM.
Friday, June 18, 2010
Top Prospect Watch: Drew Cumberland
Since being drafted in 2007, SS Drew Cumberland has shown flashes of brilliance, hitting for average and speed at Low-A Fort Wayne. But injuries slowed his development, he started off this year in High-A Lake Elsinore and has taken off, sure its a hitters league but "Cumby" is putting up some amazing numbers.
His line so far .371/.410/.546 which includes 13 2B, 4 3B's and a surprising 7 HR along with 35 RBI's. Andrew has also stolen 20-29 bases, showing his elite top of the order speed. He would be the perfect leadoff man at Petco, he hits for average and has good speed, while Cabrera has played well in his short time here its hard to believe he is the SS of the future. In his two seasons here he has been plagued with injuries, in the case he continues that way Cumberland could step in, take the SS spot and not give it back, that's how good this kid is.
Cumberland spent two years in Fort Wayne, two very succesful ones, with last year's squad winning the league championship. The Padres promoted most of that squad to Lake Elsinore and all they've done is clinch the first half championship with games to spare. All this with top prospect Jaff Decker struggling at the plate. For more on Cumberland here's an interview with Andrew Cumberland with my good friends from So Cal Gold.
His line so far .371/.410/.546 which includes 13 2B, 4 3B's and a surprising 7 HR along with 35 RBI's. Andrew has also stolen 20-29 bases, showing his elite top of the order speed. He would be the perfect leadoff man at Petco, he hits for average and has good speed, while Cabrera has played well in his short time here its hard to believe he is the SS of the future. In his two seasons here he has been plagued with injuries, in the case he continues that way Cumberland could step in, take the SS spot and not give it back, that's how good this kid is.
Cumberland spent two years in Fort Wayne, two very succesful ones, with last year's squad winning the league championship. The Padres promoted most of that squad to Lake Elsinore and all they've done is clinch the first half championship with games to spare. All this with top prospect Jaff Decker struggling at the plate. For more on Cumberland here's an interview with Andrew Cumberland with my good friends from So Cal Gold.
Monday, June 14, 2010
Minor League Update
Donavan Tate will join the Arizona Rookie League June 21st.
James Darnell will return to San Antonio this week after being with Fort Wayne this past weekend.
Top minor league club the Lake Elsinore Storm, will send five players to the High A All Star game. SS Drew Cumberland, P Brad Brach, CF Blake Tekotte, RF Dan Robertson and 2B Cole Figueroa.
James Darnell will return to San Antonio this week after being with Fort Wayne this past weekend.
Top minor league club the Lake Elsinore Storm, will send five players to the High A All Star game. SS Drew Cumberland, P Brad Brach, CF Blake Tekotte, RF Dan Robertson and 2B Cole Figueroa.
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
ESPN The Magazine, Padres Yearbook
On the May 31st issue of ESPN The Magazine, the Padres were the subject of the Jock High Yearbook. With Heath Bell being the Yearbook Editor, giving us some insight on player personalities and clubhouse behavior.
Straight from the Magazine
Class Clown- Chris Young - He loves to play pranks and blame it on others. Two things he's known for: putting candy in our shows and posting embarrassing or unflattering pictures of guys on the wall.
Team Flirt- Luke Gregerson - He's got a good body, and he loves to walk around without a shirt. He also rides his skateboard to the ballpark. He's our little Mr. People magazine.
Team Nerd- Tim Stauffer- Is a bullpen guy, so he's supposed to be weird and stupid. But actually he's really smart. He's a big reader and always analyzes everything.
Teacher's Pet- Adrian Gonzalez- He loves our manager Bud Black. He calls him Harry, his real first name, and tells him we should do this or that. Then again, Adrian will probably be a manager someday, so maybe he's just picking Bud's brain about everything.
Party Animal- Now that Jake Peavy's gone, I'll say Mat Latos. He's always coming in with stories about going here or there and doing this or that. He really likes to get it going, so nobody likes to hang out with him.
Next American Idol- Oscar Salazar has a nice voice, but ill go with Jerry Hairston Jr. He may be up there in age, but he's definitely what Idol wants. He's an all around guy, a triple threat: sings, dances and looks good. Here is the scan of the article.
A great article, showing the great chemistry this team has, and the free spirit of Heath Bell. All credit to ESPN The Magazine for this content.
Straight from the Magazine
Class Clown- Chris Young - He loves to play pranks and blame it on others. Two things he's known for: putting candy in our shows and posting embarrassing or unflattering pictures of guys on the wall.
Team Flirt- Luke Gregerson - He's got a good body, and he loves to walk around without a shirt. He also rides his skateboard to the ballpark. He's our little Mr. People magazine.
Team Nerd- Tim Stauffer- Is a bullpen guy, so he's supposed to be weird and stupid. But actually he's really smart. He's a big reader and always analyzes everything.
Teacher's Pet- Adrian Gonzalez- He loves our manager Bud Black. He calls him Harry, his real first name, and tells him we should do this or that. Then again, Adrian will probably be a manager someday, so maybe he's just picking Bud's brain about everything.
Party Animal- Now that Jake Peavy's gone, I'll say Mat Latos. He's always coming in with stories about going here or there and doing this or that. He really likes to get it going, so nobody likes to hang out with him.
Next American Idol- Oscar Salazar has a nice voice, but ill go with Jerry Hairston Jr. He may be up there in age, but he's definitely what Idol wants. He's an all around guy, a triple threat: sings, dances and looks good. Here is the scan of the article.
Padres links
Great people, great blogs
www.gaslampball.com
www.topprospectalert.com
Great minor league blog, with daily stats and links of the Milb
www.gaslampball.com
www.topprospectalert.com
Great minor league blog, with daily stats and links of the Milb
Monday, May 31, 2010
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Donavan Tate Update
San Diego's 1st round pick from 2009 has injured himself again, his 5th injury since joining the team. He injured his thumb last night in extended spring training and is now out until late June or July at the earliest. He will not be ready to join a team when extended spring training ends, so he will probably just stay in Arizona for Instructs and maybe join the Arizona Fall League.
Monday, May 17, 2010
Scott Hairston to the DL: Denorfia Recalled
Scott Hairston has been put on the 15 day DL, with a Hamstring injury. Chris Denorfia has had his contract purchased from AAA Portland. In a corresponding move, Chris Young was moved to the 60 Day DL to make room on the 40 man roster.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Tim Stauffer has his Appendix Removed
Stauffer is now out up to 6 weeks, Cesar Ramos will be called up to take his place. Adam Russell also on the way from AAA Portland. He started complaining about pain at 3 AM, and was taken to the hospital were he had an appendectomy, bummer, he was pitching really well.
Monday, May 10, 2010
Off Day News
Kevin Correia was placed on the Bereavement list for a minimum of 3 days and a max of 7. Tim Stauffer will start on Saturday if necessary.
Top prospect Jaff Decker is a week or so away from joining Lake Elsinore.
Last year's #1 draft pick Donavan Tate is still out indefinitely and in extended Spring Training after being hit in the head by a pitch a couple weeks back.
Top prospect Jaff Decker is a week or so away from joining Lake Elsinore.
Last year's #1 draft pick Donavan Tate is still out indefinitely and in extended Spring Training after being hit in the head by a pitch a couple weeks back.
Farm System Recap
AAA Portland wins 4-3 vs Reno
Frieri (2-1 1.80 ERA)picks up the win in relief of Inman (7 IP, 4 H, 2 ER, 4 BB, 3 K's) who pitched a good game, needs to cut down the walks though. His line on the year now is 2-0 with a 2.41 ERA.
Luis Durango went 1-5 with a run scored.
AA San Antonio lost to Corpus Christi 5-1, Nate Culp took the loss. James Darnell and Logan Forsythe not in the lineup.
High A Lake Elsinore loses to Rancho Cucamonga 4-0
Antony Bass takes the loss but pitched a good game, 7 IP, 3 ER and 4 K's. Everth Cabrera made a rehab start and played 5 innings, had three at bats, went 0-2 with a BB. SS prospect Drew Cumberland went 0-4 with 3 K's from the DH spot, dropping his average to .389
Low A Fort Wayne lost to Dayton 4-3
Rymer Liriano went 1-4 with a 2B and run scored.
Frieri (2-1 1.80 ERA)picks up the win in relief of Inman (7 IP, 4 H, 2 ER, 4 BB, 3 K's) who pitched a good game, needs to cut down the walks though. His line on the year now is 2-0 with a 2.41 ERA.
Luis Durango went 1-5 with a run scored.
AA San Antonio lost to Corpus Christi 5-1, Nate Culp took the loss. James Darnell and Logan Forsythe not in the lineup.
High A Lake Elsinore loses to Rancho Cucamonga 4-0
Antony Bass takes the loss but pitched a good game, 7 IP, 3 ER and 4 K's. Everth Cabrera made a rehab start and played 5 innings, had three at bats, went 0-2 with a BB. SS prospect Drew Cumberland went 0-4 with 3 K's from the DH spot, dropping his average to .389
Low A Fort Wayne lost to Dayton 4-3
Rymer Liriano went 1-4 with a 2B and run scored.
Bro-BI Be Gone
As we have seen over the past 5-6 years the Padres have assembled teams with the two brothers. For example
Brian and Marcus Giles
Adrian And Edgar Gonzalez and this year
Scott and Jerry Hairston Jr.
All of the previous brothers have been comeplete disasters, both of the siblings of the star players were utility guys, average bat but could play all over the field. Yesterday it proved costly, "Jack of all trades" and second most expensive off season pickup Jerry Hairston Jr blew a routine play in the 9th. Managing to throw the ball into the stands, he put a runnner at 2nd, who later scored after a groundout that moved him to third and a sac fly that brought him home.
Strikeouts and Send Downs
So far I count more screwups than contributions to the team for Jerry, while he does not strike out as much as Kyle Blanks or Will Venable, he has not been the veteran clutch hitter the team was expecting. Sure it's early, but the Padres are in first place and talking about maybe sending Blanks down to AAA, which would be a huge mistake. Nothing messes with a young hitter more than roller coaster rides from the bigs to the minors then up and down again. They made the decision to make him a starter now let him battle through his struggles, or move him up in the lineup, hitting in front of Adrian in the 23rd spot would be ideal. He would see better pitches batting in front of Adrian and perhaps come out of his slump.
Brian and Marcus Giles
Adrian And Edgar Gonzalez and this year
Scott and Jerry Hairston Jr.
All of the previous brothers have been comeplete disasters, both of the siblings of the star players were utility guys, average bat but could play all over the field. Yesterday it proved costly, "Jack of all trades" and second most expensive off season pickup Jerry Hairston Jr blew a routine play in the 9th. Managing to throw the ball into the stands, he put a runnner at 2nd, who later scored after a groundout that moved him to third and a sac fly that brought him home.
Strikeouts and Send Downs
So far I count more screwups than contributions to the team for Jerry, while he does not strike out as much as Kyle Blanks or Will Venable, he has not been the veteran clutch hitter the team was expecting. Sure it's early, but the Padres are in first place and talking about maybe sending Blanks down to AAA, which would be a huge mistake. Nothing messes with a young hitter more than roller coaster rides from the bigs to the minors then up and down again. They made the decision to make him a starter now let him battle through his struggles, or move him up in the lineup, hitting in front of Adrian in the 23rd spot would be ideal. He would see better pitches batting in front of Adrian and perhaps come out of his slump.
Padres Milb Starters for 5/10/2010
AAA Portland- Will Inman 2-1 2.36 ERA
AA San Antonio- Nate Culp 0-2 6.35 ERA
High A Lake Elsinore- Anthony Bass 1-1 4.24 ERA
Low-A Fort Wayne- TBD
AA San Antonio- Nate Culp 0-2 6.35 ERA
High A Lake Elsinore- Anthony Bass 1-1 4.24 ERA
Low-A Fort Wayne- TBD
Sunday, May 9, 2010
First Friarism
This is the first post to my new blog. It will contain my thoughts about the San Diego Padres as well as San Diego Chargers and other sports.
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