Hockeytown Red Wings 245 Report post Posted August 14, 2007 Just as I hoped the Tigers were turning things around, they lose. Division tied...a couple of huge series coming up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mannysBETTER3434 1 Report post Posted August 14, 2007 Tigers sign Porcello to a boat load of money. http://www.mlive.com/tigers/index.ssf/2007...llo_to_rec.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GoWings1905 2,694 Report post Posted August 14, 2007 (edited) Just as I hoped the Tigers were turning things around, they lose. Division tied...a couple of huge series coming up. Make or break time for sure. 13 straight games against the Indians and Yankees. Honestly, the Tigers better win the Central Division because the loser of the East is going to get the wild card. Thankfully, the Indians have been just as bad lately as the Tigers. By the way, Zoom threw in Toledo last night and hit 94 on the gun. The report is he should be back to pitch for the Tigers at the start of the next homestand. Edited August 14, 2007 by GoWings1905 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Airborn 0 Report post Posted August 14, 2007 Tonight's game is about as important as it gets. If we don't win tonight, we have Jurrjens going against Carmona in game two. I don't like those odds, and that would put us two games behind going into a series with the hottest team on the planet. God our starting pitching is mess right now! Speaking of that, have you ever experienced anyone as tantalizingly frustrating as Jeremy Bonderman. Every time you think he's ready to become an ace, he'll have a stretch like the one he's in now, where he not only sucks, he sucks to the point that you wish anybody other than him was pitching. Well anyone other than Jason Grilli Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown Red Wings 245 Report post Posted August 14, 2007 Bonderman is in and it's the first inning, so we all know what that means. Sizemore with a 2 run homer, 2-0. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown Red Wings 245 Report post Posted August 15, 2007 MAGGS!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
betterREDthandead 58 Report post Posted August 15, 2007 It's officially time for the malaise to end. Rodney struck out the side, Zumaya's coming back very soon, Kenny says he feels good. Porcello's signed, that's some more good vibes for the organization. One game up on Cleveland with the chance to put them in a hole they're not coming out of. Polanco just set a major league record for most consecutive errorless games by a second baseman. We're coming out of this! LET'S GO TIGERS! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Airborn 0 Report post Posted August 16, 2007 Despite the loss last night, I was really impressed with Jurrjens. He had a good fastball (92-95 with some good late movement), but what impressed me most was his control. If he can keep that up and develop his offspeed stuff, he's going to be a really good pitcher in the big leagues. I was way more impressed with him than either Tata or Vasquez. I agree with Leyland in that he could be a good bullpen addition for this year. I think he should start next year in the AAA to work on his offspeed stuff though. He'll be a better pitcher later if he does. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest DetroitIan Report post Posted August 16, 2007 What a huge game tonight. I cant wait! I already got the 12 pack and pretzels. I cant wait to break this tie for the division lead. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Airborn 0 Report post Posted August 17, 2007 Verlander's only through 3 innings and he's already thrown 76 piches. I think there's something wrong with him; his fastball seems to be topping out at 92 or 93 mph. A lot of times he's in the low 90s. This from a guy who usually throws 96-98. I think if we weren't already so messed up with our starting pitching, Leyland would sit him for a couple weeks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted August 17, 2007 (edited) Maggs is just unreal. Seriously. The dude is hitting .383 on the SEASON. That is unfrickinreal. What a total bad ass baseball player that guy is. Im so glad he's in the old english D. He is AMAZING. Tigers winning 6-3 in the 4th against the Yankees. Started off with a Grand Slam in the first by Granderson to make it 4-0. Edited August 17, 2007 by HockeyCrazy3033 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lou_Siffer 1 Report post Posted August 17, 2007 Verlander's only through 3 innings and he's already thrown 76 piches. I think there's something wrong with him; his fastball seems to be topping out at 92 or 93 mph. A lot of times he's in the low 90s. This from a guy who usually throws 96-98. I think if we weren't already so messed up with our starting pitching, Leyland would sit him for a couple weeks. I cant say what his velocity has been the past couple starts, but as for tonight i think the drop can be attributed to the flu he's been battling. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted August 17, 2007 (edited) Verlander's only through 3 innings and he's already thrown 76 piches. I think there's something wrong with him; his fastball seems to be topping out at 92 or 93 mph. A lot of times he's in the low 90s. This from a guy who usually throws 96-98. I think if we weren't already so messed up with our starting pitching, Leyland would sit him for a couple weeks. He's battling the flu. He was feeling really bad earlier today, but had to tough it out because he knew how important tonights game is. Edited August 17, 2007 by HockeyCrazy3033 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lou_Siffer 1 Report post Posted August 17, 2007 He is AMAZING. Tigers winning 6-3 in the 4th against the Yankees. Started off with a Grand Slam in the first by GrandersonGuillen to make it 4-0. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted August 17, 2007 Haha I was just about to change it as I realized I made a mistake. Thanks though! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lou_Siffer 1 Report post Posted August 17, 2007 You know, seeing Ron Villone in the Yankees bullpen got me thinking. If you're in favor of seeing him enter the game, does that mean you're "pro-villone"? Why yes it does! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown Red Wings 245 Report post Posted August 17, 2007 You know, seeing Ron Villone in the Yankees bullpen got me thinking. If you're in favor of seeing him enter the game, does that mean you're "pro-villone"? Why yes it does! Gettin much sleep lately...or just high? Bullpen time...hold on to your hats and prepare to be bent over.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lou_Siffer 1 Report post Posted August 17, 2007 Gettin much sleep lately...or just high? Bullpen time...hold on to your hats and prepare to be bent over.... Nah,... im just a man of deep thought Im officially calling it, this game's over...Tigers win. I aint afraid of no jinx!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted August 17, 2007 You know, seeing Ron Villone in the Yankees bullpen got me thinking. If you're in favor of seeing him enter the game, does that mean you're "pro-villone"? Why yes it does! Ahahaha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown Red Wings 245 Report post Posted August 17, 2007 (edited) Did Miner just strike out the side? Did that just happen? Who am I? The bullpen must have looked great until the 9th...Tigers win! Edited August 17, 2007 by Hockeytown Red Wings Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown Red Wings 245 Report post Posted August 17, 2007 WDFN is reporting that Cameron Maybin has been called up to join the team in New York.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lou_Siffer 1 Report post Posted August 17, 2007 See, they shoudlve just listened to me months ago and called up Maybin and dumped Monroe! Peace out C-Mo! Im really looking forward to seeing Maybin, he's the real deal. He'll certainly get his share of strikeouts as he's had alot in the minors, like Granderson, so dont get too alarmed by them. I bet he ends up hitting around .300 for the rest of the season. The main thing this does is takes some of the pressure off the team for now, as now so much focus will be put on what Maybin can do. This is the kinda thing that can jumpstart the team to go on a run...great decision. You go with the best talent regardless of age, its what worked last season. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted August 18, 2007 This is exiting. Glad to see Maybin finally get the call. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bliz 0 Report post Posted August 18, 2007 I'm a bit surprised that C-Mo was cut outright. I thought he'd play off the bench or split time with Thames. Let's hope Maybin's a quick study at left field. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest DetroitIan Report post Posted August 18, 2007 See, they shoudlve just listened to me months ago and called up Maybin and dumped Monroe! Peace out C-Mo! Im really looking forward to seeing Maybin, he's the real deal. He'll certainly get his share of strikeouts as he's had alot in the minors, like Granderson, so dont get too alarmed by them. I bet he ends up hitting around .300 for the rest of the season. He definitely looked a little shaky tonight. Even while he was in left field. But hopefully that was just a little first game jitters. Personally, I would rather see Monroe out there for now. We should call Maybin back up once he developes a little more, or until he gets those stylin braces off, whichever happens first. lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
