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If the wheels come off....
by Brew Angel on May 7, 2012 12:46 PM EDT
on Brew Crew Ball
I'm titling this post in honor of TSSC, who made a similar fanpost in early May of 2008.
http://www.brewcrewball.com/2008/5/4/472749/if-the-wheels-come-off
After what can only be described as a disastrous road trip for the Brewers (the injuries more than the 2-4 record), are we getting to the point where we need to take a sober look as to whether the window of opportunity for 2012 has slammed shut on us? And if it has, what should the Brewers do to build towards the future?
Reagins "steps down" as Angels GM
To summarize: Trading Napoli for Vernon Wells' contract = Bad idea.
Hanson (Braves) likely out for NLDS
If we stay ahead of the D-Backs, and the Cardinals can't catch the Braves, it looks like both Jurrjens and Hanson will miss the NLDS.
Angels DFA Brandon Wood
Know a team that needs a SS/3B/1B? Strikes out too much against Major League pitching, but a change of scenery might do him some good.
Simers' column re: Silver Star award at Saturday's Angels game
A Silver Star recipient (and Angels fan) will be presented his medal in a ceremony prior to Saturday's game.
An Angel Fan's Guide to the Brewers
by Brew Angel on Jun 14, 2010 4:22 PM EDT
on Halos Heaven
As a rabid fan of both teams, I've been anticipating this series since I saw the 2007 schedule and learned that the two teams would NOT be facing each other in Interleague play until 2010. And today it's here! Woo!
In the interest of helping my fellow Angel fans truly appreciate the series, I thought I'd post a guide to the Brewers, seen through the eyes of someone who also appreciates the Halos.
You'll have to forgive me if this is somewhat rambling and stream-of-conciousness. I had planned to do a more thorough job, but my Father's Day present arrived early (PS3 + MLB The Show 10 bundle), so I'm a little preoccupied. I'm sure you understand.
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A Brewer Fan's Guide to the Angels
by Brew Angel on Jun 14, 2010 4:21 PM EDT
on Brew Crew Ball
As a rabid fan of both teams, I've been anticipating this series since I saw the 2007 schedule and learned that the two teams would NOT be facing each other in Interleague play until 2010. And today it's here! Woo!
In the interest of helping my fellow Brewer fans truly appreciate the series, I thought I'd post a guide to the Angels, seen through the eyes of someone who also appreciates the Crew.
You'll have to forgive me if this is somewhat rambling and stream-of-conciousness. I had planned to do a more thorough job, but my Father's Day present arrived early (PS3 + MLB The Show 10 bundle), so I'm a little preoccupied. I'm sure you understand.
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Help me program the Braunophile's iPod
by Brew Angel on Jun 8, 2010 3:12 PM EDT
on Brew Crew Ball
So the Braunophile is about to turn 7. He's to point now where he no longer listens to insipid kids' music (he likes rock and the occasional pop tune) but he's still young enough that I have to watch what's coming on the radio when we're driving in the car. The wife and I have decided to get him an iPod Touch for his upcoming birthday. While one of the main reasons is to get kid-friendly apps to keep him occupied in the car or on airplanes, I also want to load some playlists for him. And, since he loves baseball, I'm looking to put together a kid-appropriate baseball-themed playlist.
Statistical proof that Doug Eddings sucks
Really cool analysis from Beyond the Boxscore rating umpire K/BB ratios. One big outlier: HH favorite Doug Eddings has the tightest strikezone (by far) of any umpire with significant data.
Former Brew PbP Announcer Rory Markas has died
Rory was the Angels' play-by-play announcer for most of the past decade, but he was with the Brewers in the late 80s - early 90s, including 1992 - 1994 on TV.
Preaching the Halo gospel to other teams' fans
by Brew Angel on Oct 14, 2009 8:10 PM EDT
on Halos Heaven
As most of you know, I also follow a certain NL Central team. In the interest of proselytizing the Church of the Lit Halo, I've posted (on Brew Crew Ball) a list of reasons Brewer fans should embrace the Angels for the remainder of the playoffs. I thought I'd re-post it here, and encourage any of y'all to pop in over there and add your reasons. Or do the same for other teams you follow. Testify, brothers and sisters!
Why Brewer fans should embrace the Halos
by Brew Angel on Oct 14, 2009 8:00 PM EDT
on Brew Crew Ball
As promised, I have returned after the Angels' epic sweep of the BoSox to encourage you, my Brew Crew Ball brethren, to hop aboard the Halos' bandwagon while there's still time. I therefore present, in list form, reasons why the Brewer faithful should transfer their allegiance to the Angels. At least until, oh, sometime in Mid-November.
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Angels/Brewers trade idea
by Brew Angel on Jul 29, 2009 4:01 PM EDT
on Halos Heaven
Bear with me here. As most of you know, I have rooting (and I don't care what "rooting" means in Australia) interest in a certain NL Central team in addition to the Angels. The Brewers had a great 2nd half of April and May, surged into first place in their division, but have dropped since due to injuries (Rickie Weeks, Dave Bush) and lack of starting pitching depth (after Yovani Gallardo, Jeff Suppan is statistically their 2nd-best starter right now!) The Brewers have gone from buyers a week ago to potential sellers today, as the result of an abysmal start to the 2nd half. (Consecutive blowout losses to the Nationals will do that to a team.) On BrewCrewBall today (Brewers SBNation site) someone mentioned what they thought Angels might be willing to give up for bullpen help.
The Onion: Jason Kendall
Rather amusing, though it features John Lackey's least-favorite former A.
Parra's Minor League start on ESPNews tonight, 8:05 CT
Apparently there's some guy named "Ramirez" against whom he'll be pitching tonight. Who knew?
(Each of Ramirez's at-bats on Tuesday can be seen live on ESPNEWS. First pitch is at 9:05 p.m. ET.)
Zambrano to the DL
Out 2-3 weeks. Brewers don't have to face him this Friday.
Papelbon Compares Manny Ramirez to "Cancer"
And Lester responds by comparing Papelbon to "A sphincter-mouthed douche."
Buy Jason Kendall's House! Only $7.3M!
Scroll down a bit past the entertainment-industry fluff, and you'll see that the Brewers' catcher is unloading his house in Manhattan Beach.
Who to cheer for in today's game?
by Brew Angel on Sep 30, 2008 11:52 AM EDT
on Halos Heaven
I'm torn. I can't decide whether or not I want the White Sox to win today.
Juggling the Rotation
by Brew Angel on Sep 8, 2008 12:18 PM EDT
on Brew Crew Ball
After an abyssmal last couple of series against the Mets & Padres (mainly due to the lack of offense), we're looking at two key series against the Phillies & Cubs, sandwiched between six games against the Reds. Should Ned consider making an adjustment to the rotation to ensure that our best pitchers throw against the teams we're battling for the playoffs?
CC house-hunting in SoCal
Mainly a story about the Brewers, but it may be of interest to those speculating about Sabathia's future team.
Latest SI ranking has Brewers #3
Yes, it's only July, and they're just "Power Rankings," but it's still good to see the Crew getting their due.
'Course, the Halos are #1.
Some days, it's good to be me!
More ridiculous power rankings
13? Seriously? Hello!?! Best record in baseball? Oh, wait, it's based on a computer simulation:
if = RedSox
then
= 1
Boy, that was easy.
IRS files tax lien against Prince
Courtesy of the Detroit News.
http://info.detnews.com/2008/0617taxlien.pdf
WTE looking for work
Too bad he didn't insist on a 2-year contract with Seattle.
Questions for an Expat's first trip to Miller Park
by Brew Angel on May 14, 2008 7:49 PM EDT
on Brew Crew Ball
I'll be making my first trip back to Wisconsin since 2000 in late June,
and I'm planning to take my wife & 4-year-old son to the Brewers/Orioles
game on Friday the 20th. (It's the only game that fits in the family
travel schedule). I went to plenty of games at County Stadium before
moving to SoCal in 1998, but this will be my first visit to Miller Park.
Personally, I'd be happy sitting in the Uecker seats with a couple of
brats, a bag of peanuts, and a six-pack of Miller Lite, but I need some
insider information to ensure that the family enjoys the game as much as
me!
Spring Training Trip Report (Cross-posted from Halos Heaven)
by Brew Angel on Mar 3, 2008 2:39 PM EST
on Brew Crew Ball
If you don't want to read my long, boring, semi-snarky diary regarding this weekend's trip to Arizona, then move right along. There's nothing else to see here. And there isn't much genuine baseball insight, either, since I had to spend the entire trip riding herd on a preschooler. That tends to detract from one's ability to monitor the pitch-by-pitch action.
Spring Training Trip Report
by Brew Angel on Mar 3, 2008 2:32 PM EST
on Halos Heaven
If you don't want to read my long, boring, semi-snarky diary regarding this weekend's trip to Arizona, then move right along. There's nothing else to see here. And there isn't much genuine baseball insight, either, since I had to spend the entire trip riding herd on a preschooler. That tends to detract from one's ability to monitor the pitch-by-pitch action.
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