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Around the Mission: 11/11 Padres Links Part II

jbox — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 03:21:56 -0000

Padres to meet with Gonzalez about future | padres.com: News
"If they want to offer an extension, I'd be more than willing to look at it and see what they think of me or what value they've put on me," Gonzalez said. "I'd like to see where they're at, wanting to sign me long-term or trade me or not."
Let’s make a big deal - BostonHerald.com
"He’s a great player and he fits our team perfectly for the next two years," Hoyer said. "We’ve had a lot of internal meetings and discussions about that. If you’re asking me have we moved forward on trades, yes, I guess, but at the same time I’m still learning the Padres and getting to know work styles of everyone like that."
PADRES: Will Gonzalez be golden next year?
Over the summer, Gonzalez said he's keeping a close eye on the franchise's direction in case he has to make a decision on whether or not to stay with the Padres. The slugger said he saw progress over the final two months of the 2009 season, but also said: "I don't think we're there yet. There's still a few pieces that need to be put in place this offseason."
San Diego's Great Science Experiment | NBC San Diego
"It was one of my favorite subjects in school," Kouzmanoff said. "I enjoyed mixing all the stuff together, playing with the acid, all the proteins."
Gonzalez repeats as Gold Glove winner | padres.com: News
"This year I was as happy with the way I played. I don't think I had as many chances. The opportunities weren't there. Teams were a little more reluctant to bunt my way. I think it was more off of things I was able to establish last year and the years before."
XX Sports Radio: Adrian Gonzalez Interview (MP3)
The Padre 1B won his second consecutive Gold Glove.
Gonzalez Wins a Gold Glove, Kouzmanoff Does Not :: Friar Forecast
Before I touch on Adrian’s award, I want to reiterate that Kouzmanoff did not deserve to win a gold glove this season. Sure, he made very few errors, but he also has limited range.

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Did Adrian and Kouz deserve Gold Gloves?

New #Padres GM Jed Hoyer will meet with the agent for Adrian Gonzalez next week in San Diego.

jbox — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:22:49 -0000

New #Padres GM Jed Hoyer will meet with the agent for Adrian Gonzalez next week in San Diego.

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At first base, San Diego Padres slugger Adrian Gonzalez repeated his 2008 crown by tying for fourth...

jbox — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:22:13 -0000

At first base, San Diego Padres slugger Adrian Gonzalez repeated his 2008 crown by tying for fourth in the league with a fielding percentage of .995. Gonzalez made only seven errors in 1,367 total chances in the midst of his second straight All-Star campaign.

Phils, Cards, LA each take two Gold Gloves | MLB.com: News

Around the Mission: Veteran's Day Padres Links

jbox — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:00:56 -0000

Lt. Col. Coleman

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Coleman to lead Vets Day celebration | padres.com: News
Padres broadcaster Jerry Coleman will be the keynote speaker at a Veterans Day ceremony aboard the USS Midway Museum in San Diego on Wednesday.
Phils, Cards, LA each take two Gold Gloves | MLB.com: News
At first base, San Diego Padres slugger Adrian Gonzalez repeated his 2008 crown by tying for fourth in the league with a fielding percentage of .995. Gonzalez made only seven errors in 1,367 total chances in the midst of his second straight All-Star campaign.
Masur's Musings: Random Musings...
I think that the award will somehow elude Kouz, and go to Nationals 3B, Ryan Zimmerman. I don't like to say that, and certainly hope I'm wrong. Here's where reputation and offense will come into play. Ridiculous, I know. Let's see how it works out.
Young ready to get back on mound
"I love San Diego, but I also understand the business aspect of baseball," Young said. "Given the payroll and ownership change, the Padres have some limitations that other organizations don't have."
PADRES: Young encouraged by progress after shoulder surgery
"I'm doing towel drills right now and different exercises and I'm pretty encouraged," Young said. "The stuff that gave me pain before the surgery, there' s nothing there now, so I'm extremely encouraged. The same movements I'm doing now I couldn't even come close to before the surgery. I'm very excited about where it is and hopefully it continues to progress and be healthy and strong."
John Moores divorce trial rescheduled for March 15
Rebecca Moores contends her estranged husband has had an affair for as many as five years with a former San Diego gynecologist who is now believed to be living in Houston, where John Moores has relocated. The lawyers did not refer to any personal relationships when discussing closing part of the trial or the confidentiality agreement during the hearing.
Chrissy's Outfit of the Day - KSWB
Chrissy Russo sitting on a keg.

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jbox — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:38:24 -0000

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Around the Mission: 11/10 Padres Links

jbox — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:21:39 -0000

Happy 234th Birthday to the Marine Corps

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Is Padres' Gonzalez on block? - SweetSpot by Rob Neyer - ESPN
Of course the Padres can't hang on to Gonzalez, because it's unlikely that they'll win 90 games in 2010 or '11 even if he's on the roster.
With money tight, teams opt for wheeling and dealing - MLB - CBSSports.com Baseball
"I think they're going to get rid of all the money they can get rid of," one source with knowledge of the situation said this week. "They'll lowball everything. That's my feeling."
Kouz, Gonzo could scoop up awards | padres.com: News
Can third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff win his first Gold Glove? Can his teammate, first baseman Adrian Gonzalez, win his second in as many years?
Mark Cuban says he'd be interested in buying the Dodgers -- latimes.com
"I'm not a fan of debt-driven acquisitions," Cuban wrote. "If a unique situation came up where I could contribute capital to buy out a majority shareholder and gain control, with existing shareholders or note holders staying in place, I would consider it."
The Matt V. Charity Poker Tournament
Friday, November 13 (don't be scared it is lucky Poker Day!) Hall of Champions in Balboa Park - the only free parking lot in San Diego! Doors open at 5:30pm First Round 6pm

"He knows all my tricks, and I know his," Epstein said last week. "It makes it easier to have...

jbox — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:17:55 -0000

"He knows all my tricks, and I know his," Epstein said last week. "It makes it easier to have discussions because the relationship is so good. But ultimately, it can be harder to make a deal because I think the way we’ve come to value players is pretty similar. When you value players the same way, sometimes it’s hard to make a deal than with an organization that emphasizes different attributes of players. If you have different evaluations, you can get a deal done quicker."

Alex Speier | Why Adrian Gonzalez May Remain Off Limits to Sox

Around the Mission: 11/9 Padres Links

jbox — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:56:12 -0000

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SimonOnSports: Blogging the Offseason: San Diego Padres
Today's team is the San Diego Padres and our guest is JBOX from the Padres Blog Gaslamp Ball.
Gonzalez might put Padres in a bind
"It's a wonderful situation to be in. Whether we make a deal with Adrian or not, I don't know. He's such a great player. And he's got a great contract. There is a lot to discuss in the following weeks."
Masur's Musings: Turn up the Hot Stove...
If it's me (and the decision is not mine!), I hang on to Adrian Gonzalez. I realize that you might be able to make a slightly lesser "Jake Peavy" type deal, and maybe get some pitching back for him, but I just like what Adrian brings to the team.
2010 Top 50 Free Agents: MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com
Mike Cameron - Padres. The Padres are tight on cash, but bringing back Cameron to play center field makes sense on a one-year deal worth $7MM or so.
The Sacrifice Bunt: A San Diego Padres Blog " Blog Archive " Available as a resource
Hopefully, now that Moorad has his guy Jed Hoyer in charge, he really will leave the roster decisions up to those with the experience and track record in making them.
Our Answer At Second :: Friar Forecast
"Eckstein is not the answer." I know, go figure 34 year old 2B with limited range who hit .260/.323/.334 with only 2 HR on the season is not the answer.
619 Sports’ Aces Or Rags Contest: Win Your Seat At The Final Table!
Write 300 words or less on the Chargers "aces" to win a seat at the poker table with Matt Vasgersian.

Amazing Race: Season 15 Episode 8

jbox — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 05:30:14 -0000

CBS Amazing Race Season 15 Episode 8 Recap

The teams start off racing to Sweden. They go to an amusement park where they ride a ride and do a ring toss.

Then they all choose to use dynamite to blow up a a bunch of rock and sand to find their next clue. They had a chance to do something with Viking letters but nobody chose that part of the challenge. In the dynamite challenge the teams had to fill up sand bags and then connect and push down the plunger to get the explosion.

Meghan bitched at Cheyne the entire time they filled sand bags. Meghan thought it would be easier to team up on each bag instead of working individually. Cheyne agreed at first, but his job was to hold the bag open, which he wasn't doing. It was driving Meghan insane. She bitched at him, while Cheyne just ignored her and did it his own way. Very passive aggressive.

All of this wasnot important and just a prelude to the main event... unrolling hay bales. This is an unholy challenge that the teams in Amazing Race Season 6 had to complete. Do you remember that really hot girl team that battled the bales for nearly 10 hours before they were eliminated by Phil? It was crazy.

The teams all recognize the challenge and seem to dread it, but they make really bad decisions on who should actually complete the challenge.

Meghan asks Cheyne who should complete the challenge. He just looks back her with a blank expression. He says to the camera, that he thought today was the day that Meghan was going to take the lead.

Let me talk to Cheyne for a moment... as if I were a Frat Guy...

"Cheyne, Bro, What the eff dude? Where'd you get that awesome hair gel?"

Okay, no more Frat Guy...

"Cheyne, this challenge and your girlfriend are not a good match. She freaks out and gets frustrated filling sand bags or watching you drive around a race track. Why would you make her do the most frustrating, physically demanding and longest challenge that this Amazing Race has ever known?"

That was a terrible decision because Meghan cried the entire time... like for 3 hours straight.

Another bad choice. The tall loud mouth gay brother should have done the challenge. He knew all about the challenge and the technique from watching the previous season. He needed something to do rather then annoy the hell out of his brother and the viewing audience. That guy would not shut up. I felt bad for short gay brother, because I would have been just as pissed off.

I can't believe for a second that Interracial Couple was even considering letting the beauty pageant girl do it. Seriously? Are you trying to throw this race away? Fortunately white guy decided to do it. He has infinitely more patience than her.

The dad from Montana was a good choice. So was Big Easy from Team Globetrotters.

I love me some Globetrotters because they have so much fun completing these challenges and wouldn't you know it they found the flag in the hay first. Also it was Flight Time's birthday so that was kind of a cool side story.

After hours and hours of sobbing and whining Meghan finds the flag and surprises Cheyne. He says he's proud of her.

Interracial finds the flag next. Then the gay brother who spent the most time on the farm field and then finally the Dad.

Fortunately nobody was eliminated for the race.

Jaime Edmondson

jbox — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:15:04 -0000

Jaime Edmondson

I was watching "The Girls Next Door" last night and one of the girls in the background looked really familiar and as I was watching Amazing Race, I finally realized the connection. It's Jaime that NFL Cheerleader from Amazing Race, she's going to be the 2010 January Playmate.