SB Nation User Blog: Shaggy3391

Bill Shanks adding Greinke to the mix?

Shaggy3391 — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 21:29:16 -0000

This article makes some interesting points, though I wouldn't give everyone Shanks mentions especially Flowers. Like he states, Peavy is a legitimate no.1 ace, while Greinke is a potential, plus 4 or 5 yrs. of Peavy with just 2 of Greinke is no comparison. Drop it to Escobar and Hernandez and Reyes with them giving Greinke and maybe another A-ball or rookie ball prospect and I would be satisfied. I am not worried about the SS vacancy as some are, Furcal may come back, and yes some may say it will cost a lot, but the Braves seem willing to spend money again, so who knows. Renteria just does not play well in the AL, so maybe a return to a comfortable place rejuvenates him again. One last note, I would want to lock Greinke up to an extension before the trade went through. Thoughts?

Interesting Article

Shaggy3391 — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 01:34:55 -0000

Braves article

This was pretty interesting. I am not sure how I would feel about him buying the Braves, but who knows? Money seems to be the big issue as I would doubt MLB would be against the sale even though it is not 2011.

New Bama Fan!

Shaggy3391 — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 23:21:05 -0000

I just wanted to share with ya'll the newest Bama fan. This is our first, a baby girl named Ella. She is already planned to join the 2027 Alabama cheerleaders. Born 6:50 pm in Cheyenne, WY. No Poke fan here, Roll Tide all the way. She will be brought up with the full knowledge of the history and tradition of the greatest football team ever. Yes, we are saving for the out of state tuition. Not really sure how to just attach the picture so just copy and paste.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/andrewandlori/2831082655/

A little help

Shaggy3391 — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 15:56:41 -0000

Hey Bammers, I live in Wyoming now, and I had to pay the devil and get ESGP so I can watch the games this year. I do get to fly back for the homecoming game, which for me I could care less who they played, just going to a game is a treat when it involves Bama. Anyway, due to the lack of Bama football on the news, crazy I know these westerners are going to be indoctrinated quickly on THE greatest team in college football, I can only browse the internet to get anything. Thank God for RBR, Tidesports, and AL.com. I was curious if any of you heard how the following players are doing: J. Harris, A. Lawrence, D. Bolton, T. Love, G. Harbin, M. Maze, B. Gibson. I have heard little to no info on these guys, and didn't know if any of you had heard anything. Thanks from the Pokes state.

P.S. Pokes > Vols

In all my life..

Shaggy3391 — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 02:56:56 -0000

I have never seen such bad luck on one team. Granted the season has been over for awhile, but I can't remember a team with so many injuries, players not playing to their full ability, errors, and now bereavement. If I didn't know better I would say someone put a curse on us. Hopefully next year we can shake some of this terrible plague and have a great season. I wonder though, should managers, coaches, and trainers be held accountable for any of this? Your thoughts?

Skip Caray has passed away...

Shaggy3391 — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:30:19 -0000

according to ajc.com link:http://www.ajc.com/sports/content/sports/braves/stories/2008/08/03/skip_caray_dies.html

Sad day for Braves fans everywhere. I really enjoyed listening to him.

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Great Game!

Shaggy3391 — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 15:02:17 -0000

Living in Cheyenne, Wy. watching the Braves play is something I have not been able to do as regularly as I did in Alabama. I have purchased MLB.tv but regular tv is much better. However, after getting tickets to see them play in Denver against the Rockies in April I was very excited. Unfortunately, as everyone knows, the Thursday game was canceled. I was able to go see them last night and let me tell you it was a great game to go see. The first few innings was a good pitchers duel. The Braves got some good hits off Jimenez but couldn't get anything going until about the fifth. The highlight of the night was in the 7th and Chipper's catch. I was sitting right on the wall left field side and although it wasn't right next to me it was close enough and what a great play. THe other highlight was Jurrjens. He pitched an awesome game and anyone can see why this kid has such a great future for the Braves. He was sitting down the Rockies left and right and whenever he got into trouble he pitched out of it. THe only disappointment was Tex who went 0-5 w/ 4 K's. It wasn't a good night for him. This was probably the best Braves game I have gotten to got to. Just wanted to share my experience with ya'll. Hope the Braves continue their winning on the road and finish up Texas with a sweep. Go Braves!

Mazzone

Shaggy3391 — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 15:34:21 -0000

Just trolling around and I see that Mazzone was in the booth for Saturdays game. It got me to thinking; what if where would this man be useful to the Braves. Obviously they aren't going to give him his old job back (I think McDowell has done a pretty good job) but could he be useful elsewhere, maybe as a special roving pitching coach among the minor leagues? Assuming he would accept any position the Braves would throw to him, would it be worth having him? Was he the greatest pitching coach or did he just luck out and get Glavine, Maddux, Smoltz in their prime? Would you offer him a job? Would he be able to excel in whichever role? I'd like to hear what you think.

Would you want him?

Shaggy3391 — Thu, 15 May 2008 18:07:23 -0000

I apologize if this has been commented on already, however I had not seen anything yet on here. I was trolling mlb trade rumors and read where Mark Bowman believes the Braves could bring Maddux back for another tour. So the question is would you want him in the rotation? He has been pitching pretty well, he is 3-3 with a 3.60 era. HIs WHIP is 1.16, same as Peavey's, and opponents are hitting .280 which is better than the rest of their starters. Granted Peavey will continue to get better as the year goes on, but Maddux has the comfort of the West, a huge ballpark to pitch in but has a crappy offense behind him. Interested in everyones thoughts on if you would like to see him back with the Braves. Also, Bowman mentioned it would not take much to get him in terms of talent, though Maddux may have a no trade clause, not sure.

Time to start over

Shaggy3391 — Mon, 12 May 2008 19:51:25 -0000

I think it's pretty obvious that we are not built to win the league or even make the playoffs, with everyone getting injured, our starting pitching that was supposed to be a strength looking pretty bad, the lack of timely hitting, and the fact we can't buy a road win. So the next question is how to right the ship. As I look over the roster I am struggling to find a superstar player. Chipper is one of the best when healthy, but he is 36. Smoltz and Glavine, both great pitchers and two of the best at one time, are on the wrong side of any age. Hudson is a good #2 starter, but is getting older. Texiera is a hired gun and will go to the biggest paycheck i.e. yankees. Frenchy and McCann while good young players are not developing with the urgency that is needed from them. Though McCann is batting .309/6/17 he is somewhat streaky as is Francoeur. Escobar is a better than good but not great SS. As far as the other players on the team they all have good qualities but are not all-star caliber players or even close. So as we age into oblivion I suggest that we look further into the future than even I want to. I propose that we overhaul the entire team and trade the aforementioned players for multiple minor league talent. We could seriously stock pile and see a new generation of Braves in 2-3 yrs. with a higher probability to winning a WS than right now. I love the Braves and Smoltz, Jones, Glavine, and the other players but I would like to see us win another WS than continue not making the playoffs. This is almost as bad as watching Jordan with the Wizards. Now, if you were GM and in the position the Braves are in now, how would you change it. As well as, who would you trade and not trade for future talent. I'd like to know who else thinks we should start from scratch.