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Izturis at 2B, not S Rod?

Rally Manatee — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 16:24:49 -0000

Izturis at 2B, not S Rod?

This is from the article on Kendrick being sent down, from the Angels main site. "While Kendrick tries to work out the kinks with Salt Lake, Izturis will assume his role at second, with a subsequent move by the club to be made Saturday." I really hope this is just speculation.I know Izzy had a good night and is good in his own way, but I can't stand the thought of the powerless trio of Figgins, Aybar, and Izturis all being in the lineup together night after night. With the way he is raking in SLC, how can they deny S Rod a shot? I really hope that "subsequent move" evolves into S Rod getting some starts.

Anyone know about the Sunday T.V. broadcasts?

Rally Manatee — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 17:42:49 -0000

Anyone know about the Sunday T.V. broadcasts?

Right now, the schedule shows FSN/FOX will cover just about every game, all year, Monday - Saturday, but none of the Sunday have a network listed yet. Anyone heard who's picking up those games? I hope it's not KCOP because we don't get those games in the Santa Barbara area. Sunday is my favorite day to watch a game on t.v. I really hope they don't botch things up again for us Santa Barbarians like last year.

Apologies, AlohaHalofan

Rally Manatee — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 04:58:07 -0000

Apologies, AlohaHalofan

I want to express my formal apology to AlohaHalofan (and all HHers) for my inappropriate comment concerning your loyalty to John Lackey. It was triggered by some troubling personal issues, ironically also having to do with loyalty. That's why I haven't been in on much HH banter the last week, and may not be nearly as often for a while. All of the sudden, other things are a much bigger priority. Sorry to be so serious and dramatic. I'll catch up with you all later. Sign Tex! Rally Manatee

I cautiously ask, how 'bout a Tigers pitcher?

Rally Manatee — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 22:30:24 -0000

From mlb's main page: "A dog-eared rumor was revived by the Boston Globe, which reported the Tigers and Red Sox are still considering a trade of a Detroit left-hander -- either Nate Robertson or Dontrelle Willis -- for shortstop Julio Lugo."

Anyone up for trading Aybar straight up for either of those guys? If trading for Peavey is too costly? Or would it be better to just bring up a rookie? I know they both have had questionable performances recently, but we wouldn't have to give up the farm, we could keep our money for signing Tex, and just pray whichever guy we take turns it around next year. Either guy would most likely at least pitch as well as Garland did last year.

Besides, I've always liked both of their styles. Robertson is frickin Rick Vaughn, and Willis might beat Vlad in a smiling contest.

OK, go ahead and blast me.

Teixiera Penny Drive

Rally Manatee — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 01:30:45 -0000

Teixiera Penny Drive

So, I was thinking. The Big A broke 3 million in attendance again this year. If each of those fans donated $7 to Mark Teixiera, he'd get $21 million for a season. Who's with me? Get out your Sparkletts jugs!

Will MLB.tv carry the postseason?

Rally Manatee — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 23:58:17 -0000

Will MLB.tv carry the postseason?

I will be leaving for Europe on Oct 27th. That's scheduled to be game 5 of the WS. I'm not happy about it, but I'm trying to figure out how I'll be able to at least watch games 6 and 7 over there if the Angels a) get to the WS, and b) don't win it in 5 or less.

Brandon Wood last week

Rally Manatee — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 18:52:34 -0000

B Wood went 5 for 14, hitting .357, over the last week. That's 3rd on the team behind Spidii and Tush. Yes, it is a very small sample size, but encouraging none the less. I'm also psyched that all his hits were singles, including the suicide squeeze. That means either he's shortened up his swing, or just getting lucky. Note also that he struck out only 3 times, the same number as Teixiera and Figgins among others.

When Kendrick and Aybar went down, my reaction was that if either Wood or SRod could figure things out quickly, we'd be ok (or if one of our catcher's bats caught on fire). So far, Wood is the man of destiny.

Do you think Wood will continue to hit this week, or was he just a beneficiary of TX pitching? Discuss.

Here's a video to lift our spirits after a tough road trip. It may have already made an appearance...

Rally Manatee — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 08:08:57 -0000

Here's a video to lift our spirits after a tough road trip. It may have already made an appearance on HH, I don't know, but it's classic. Welcome back to the Big A, boys.

Which type of Angel's win do you prefer?

Rally Manatee — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:20:38 -0000

The first half of the Angels 2008 campaign was generally characterized by low scoring wins featuring excellent pitching. Conversely, the second half thus far has been characterized by offensive shellackings of the competition.

As I listened to the 8 run 8th inning in today's spanking of the Spanks, I noticed that I was having a heck of a lot of fun. Let's put it this way, my finger nails have had a chance to grow out in the past few weeks.

So, my question to all of you is, which type of win do you enjoy more, the nail biter or the slug fest?

P.S. Isn't it sweet to even be able to ask the question, "Which type of Angel's win do you prefer?" Big wheel keep on turnin'!

Poll

Which type of Angel's victory do you enjoy more?

The pitcher's duel is the epitome of baseball as the thinking man's sport.

12 votes

Everyone knows offense is where the action is. Pitcher's duel = yawn.

15 votes

The Horton theory - a win's a win no matter how small, or big.

73 votes

100 votes | Poll has closed

Let's not get too cocky

Rally Manatee — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 22:07:40 -0000

Let's not get too cocky

In the wake of the Tush deal, and the Man Ram exit, I've read some comments from people essentially saying we're a lock for the world series. All I have to say is, whoa there! Easy does it. I'm excited too, but, go way back to your Sunday school days, think hard. What does pride come before? That's right, a fall! Let's not jinx things and bring on another pink eye epidemic. The Angels are still just as human as they were before these deals. Their hammies are just as vulnerable as anyone elses. Let's all chant the Scioscia mantra. "One day at a time. One day at a time..."