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And yet, they went ahead & made a deal with the devil (The Evil Empire) and GAVE them future one-ballot Hall-of-Famer Pudge Rodriguez for that bum i've never liked Kyle Farnsworth!! Way to go, Tigers!! Meow!!
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The Joe.T Memorial FM® Yankees Suck Thread for 2008
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And yet, they went ahead & made a deal with the devil (The Evil Empire) and GAVE them future one-ballot Hall-of-Famer Pudge Rodriguez for that bum i've never liked Kyle Farnsworth!! Way to go, Tigers!! Meow!!
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Hello Seymourhass,seymourhass said:
What fun is this thread going be without Joe.t, who like the groundhog, goes into hiding when things go bad...VERY BAD...lol.
Matsuzaka is now 13-2 after tonight with an ERA under 2.90 with a sparkling performance giving up only 1 run in 8 innings. Not too bad huh Josey ...Josey ...Josey...well, I hope you brought some food into that hole you're hiding in.
Love ya,
Korbel
Where in the world is Joe.t
Joe..you here, Joe...hello, Mr .t are you out there? Yep, that's what I thought. Lol.
Joe..you here, Joe...hello, Mr .t are you out there?
Yep, that's what I thought. Lol.Hey Joe,Special K said:Joe..you here, Joe...hello, Mr .t are you out there?
And now a couple of words about the future of the Stankees from Joe.t hiding deep in his hole:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8E_zMLCRNg&feature=related
Interesting. So what do you think about the chances of the Stankees making the playoffs this year?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsfLze3rS_U
Yes, very wise. Many thanks for that wisdom.
So, I hope you are not too lonely in your hole here. Do you have some nice friends for company?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yy9K_koNJ8c
Well, I am glad to see you are taking the Stankees collapse so maturely. You sure show a lot of courage.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qS7nqwGt4-I
Maybe not.
Cheerio Joe,
Korbel
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All Points Bulletin: Where's Joe.T
If anybody should find Joe.T, please return him to the thread named in his "honour." He needs to take his medication.
If anybody should find Joe.T, please return him to the thread named in his "honour." He needs to take his medication.
As the Yankees recede into the rear view mirror and merbite's look for shreds of Joe.t underneath the tires, more bad news for the Bronx Bumblers on the player development front. It seems that their first round draft choice, Gerrit Cole has decided to attend UCLA rather than play for the Steinbrenner brothers.
Meanwhile, the Red Sox signed their 5th round pick, Ryan Westmoreland, to a five year deal worth $2,000,000. Westmoreland, deemed a high first round pick by most organizations, had fallen to the fifth round due to "signability issues."
This kid is only 18, but remember the name. He's as fast as Ellsbury and hits for power.
Meanwhile, the Red Sox signed their 5th round pick, Ryan Westmoreland, to a five year deal worth $2,000,000. Westmoreland, deemed a high first round pick by most organizations, had fallen to the fifth round due to "signability issues."
This kid is only 18, but remember the name. He's as fast as Ellsbury and hits for power.
The Melkyman sent down to the minors; Richie Sexson given pink slip; Giese on DL
NEW YORK -- Slumping center fielder Melky Cabrera was demoted to the minors Friday, the biggest move in a mini shakeup by the struggling New York Yankees as they tried to regroup for a playoff push.
The Yankees also designated backup first baseman Richie Sexson for assignment and placed pitcher Dan Giese on the disabled list. The club brought up three players from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre: outfielder Brett Gardner, infielder Cody Ransom and reliever Chris Britton.
"We're doing some tweaking," general manager Brian Cashman said. "These are baseball decisions. The shakeup's got to come from the guys that are expected to perform. Melky Cabrera batting ninth in our lineup is not supposed to be a difference-maker in this club either way. He was supposed to be able to slide right in while everybody else did their job.
"What we need is obviously the guys we're counting on, the guys that are making a significant amount of money, that have significant performance levels, to get the job done as expected. And I'll throw myself involved in that, too. I want to make sure I'm not pointing fingers. We're all in this thing together," he added.
The speedy Gardner, who was playing well at Scranton, will get a chance to take over the everyday job in center. He batted .153 with one extra-base hit in 59 at-bats for New York earlier this season, mostly as a fill-in while left fielder Johnny Damon was hurt.
"I'm definitely excited," Gardner said. "It's definitely good to get the opportunity to go out there and be that guy."
Gardner was in the lineup Friday night, batting eighth for the opener of a three-game series against Kansas City. Coming off a 3-7 road trip, the Yankees began the night 6½ games behind Boston for the AL wild-card spot.
In the third inning, Gardner threw out a runner at the plate.
"We didn't call him up here to sit," manager Joe Girardi said.
A starting outfielder with the Yankees for most of the past three seasons, the 24-year-old Cabrera got off to strong start this year but has struggled at the plate since May. He was batting .242 with eight homers, 36 RBIs and a paltry .296 on-base percentage. His playing time had decreased lately.
"We just felt that it was time for him to go work on some things. You can't forget how young Melky is," Girardi said. "We believe that he's a much better player than a .240 hitter."
Girardi said he thinks Cabrera could be more selective at the plate, and they talked about his base running.
"The effort was there but for whatever reason it wasn't translating. Sometimes it can be difficult for young players to get out of a rut at this level," Girardi said. "I can't tell you the exact date that he's going to be back. But I'm confident that Melky's a big league player and that he'll get his stuff right."
Cabrera was surprised by the move.
"I have to go to Triple-A and work hard," he said. "I never thought this was going to happen."
Giese was put on the 15-day DL with rotator cuff tendinitis, the same injury Joba Chamberlain has.
After more than a week of rest and treatment, Chamberlain began a throwing program Friday. He made 25 tosses from 65 feet on flat ground and said everything went well. He plans to play catch again Saturday, but there is no timetable for his return to the mound.
"I want to pitch for a long time -- I don't want to pitch for a year. So I understand I've got to be patient," Chamberlain said, adding that he doesn't care if he's used as a starter or reliever when he gets back.
Sexson was 7-for-28 (.250) with a grand slam and six RBIs for the Yankees. They signed him July 18 after he was released by Seattle following a season-long slump.
"I believe Richie still has good baseball in him. But I believe Richie's an everyday player and I think it was tough what we were asking him to do," Girardi said.
Ransom, who can also play the outfield, gives New York more versatility on the bench.
In other news, New York's first-round draft pick, pitcher Gerrit Cole, decided to attend UCLA rather than sign with the Yankees.
"We were unable to get off the ground at all with the negotiations. They did not even want to receive an offer," Cashman said. "They made a decision and it was a different one than we would have expected."
Game notes
Injured C Jorge Posada joined the team after season-ending shoulder surgery July 30. ... RHP Phil Hughes is slated to start for Scranton on Sunday, while RHP Carl Pavano will pitch for Double-A Trenton. ... Stanford LHP Jeremy Bleich, the 44th overall pick in the draft, agreed to a minor league contract with a $700,000 signing bonus. High school SS Gordon Lassiter, drafted in the 27th round, agreed to a minor league contract with a $675,000 signing bonus.
NEW YORK -- Slumping center fielder Melky Cabrera was demoted to the minors Friday, the biggest move in a mini shakeup by the struggling New York Yankees as they tried to regroup for a playoff push.
The Yankees also designated backup first baseman Richie Sexson for assignment and placed pitcher Dan Giese on the disabled list. The club brought up three players from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre: outfielder Brett Gardner, infielder Cody Ransom and reliever Chris Britton.
"We're doing some tweaking," general manager Brian Cashman said. "These are baseball decisions. The shakeup's got to come from the guys that are expected to perform. Melky Cabrera batting ninth in our lineup is not supposed to be a difference-maker in this club either way. He was supposed to be able to slide right in while everybody else did their job.
"What we need is obviously the guys we're counting on, the guys that are making a significant amount of money, that have significant performance levels, to get the job done as expected. And I'll throw myself involved in that, too. I want to make sure I'm not pointing fingers. We're all in this thing together," he added.
The speedy Gardner, who was playing well at Scranton, will get a chance to take over the everyday job in center. He batted .153 with one extra-base hit in 59 at-bats for New York earlier this season, mostly as a fill-in while left fielder Johnny Damon was hurt.
"I'm definitely excited," Gardner said. "It's definitely good to get the opportunity to go out there and be that guy."
Gardner was in the lineup Friday night, batting eighth for the opener of a three-game series against Kansas City. Coming off a 3-7 road trip, the Yankees began the night 6½ games behind Boston for the AL wild-card spot.
In the third inning, Gardner threw out a runner at the plate.
"We didn't call him up here to sit," manager Joe Girardi said.
A starting outfielder with the Yankees for most of the past three seasons, the 24-year-old Cabrera got off to strong start this year but has struggled at the plate since May. He was batting .242 with eight homers, 36 RBIs and a paltry .296 on-base percentage. His playing time had decreased lately.
"We just felt that it was time for him to go work on some things. You can't forget how young Melky is," Girardi said. "We believe that he's a much better player than a .240 hitter."
Girardi said he thinks Cabrera could be more selective at the plate, and they talked about his base running.
"The effort was there but for whatever reason it wasn't translating. Sometimes it can be difficult for young players to get out of a rut at this level," Girardi said. "I can't tell you the exact date that he's going to be back. But I'm confident that Melky's a big league player and that he'll get his stuff right."
Cabrera was surprised by the move.
"I have to go to Triple-A and work hard," he said. "I never thought this was going to happen."
Giese was put on the 15-day DL with rotator cuff tendinitis, the same injury Joba Chamberlain has.
After more than a week of rest and treatment, Chamberlain began a throwing program Friday. He made 25 tosses from 65 feet on flat ground and said everything went well. He plans to play catch again Saturday, but there is no timetable for his return to the mound.
"I want to pitch for a long time -- I don't want to pitch for a year. So I understand I've got to be patient," Chamberlain said, adding that he doesn't care if he's used as a starter or reliever when he gets back.
Sexson was 7-for-28 (.250) with a grand slam and six RBIs for the Yankees. They signed him July 18 after he was released by Seattle following a season-long slump.
"I believe Richie still has good baseball in him. But I believe Richie's an everyday player and I think it was tough what we were asking him to do," Girardi said.
Ransom, who can also play the outfield, gives New York more versatility on the bench.
In other news, New York's first-round draft pick, pitcher Gerrit Cole, decided to attend UCLA rather than sign with the Yankees.
"We were unable to get off the ground at all with the negotiations. They did not even want to receive an offer," Cashman said. "They made a decision and it was a different one than we would have expected."
Game notes
Injured C Jorge Posada joined the team after season-ending shoulder surgery July 30. ... RHP Phil Hughes is slated to start for Scranton on Sunday, while RHP Carl Pavano will pitch for Double-A Trenton. ... Stanford LHP Jeremy Bleich, the 44th overall pick in the draft, agreed to a minor league contract with a $700,000 signing bonus. High school SS Gordon Lassiter, drafted in the 27th round, agreed to a minor league contract with a $675,000 signing bonus.
Poor Joe.t,
Two nights ago Joe.t showed up on Merb chat around 11:15 after taking sedatives for the most recent Stankees loss and the state of their future which even the Steinboners have given up on for the year. Poor Joe.t was seen on chat muttering how baseball sucks and football is the real sport anyway. Damn Josey, the Tankees aren't even in last place yet. It's just something you can look forward to...VERY SOON...bwahahaha.
By the way, what happened to the next 8-game winning streak you predicted...bwbahahaha.
Love you boy,
Korbel
Two nights ago Joe.t showed up on Merb chat around 11:15 after taking sedatives for the most recent Stankees loss and the state of their future which even the Steinboners have given up on for the year. Poor Joe.t was seen on chat muttering how baseball sucks and football is the real sport anyway. Damn Josey, the Tankees aren't even in last place yet. It's just something you can look forward to...VERY SOON...bwahahaha.
By the way, what happened to the next 8-game winning streak you predicted...bwbahahaha.
Love you boy,
Korbel
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I wonder if they'll shut Joe down for the year?Doc Holliday said:I heard that he was also put on the DL.
Korbel said:
Korbel, and the Red Sox Nation!
Seven games out of contention this late into the season, who would have thunk it?
There is no excuse for a team as talented as the Yankees with their 200 million plus payroll.
Time for a major overhaul
Joe Torre has the last laugh
seymourhass said:
I would have. I never figured the Yankees to be that good pitching-wise & their stars are aging. Pay-Rod is still Pay-Rod....hitting lots of homeruns but rarely when it counts. Jeter's showing his age, Giambi isn't the same feared hitter he was as compared to the years when he was abusing massive amounts of steroids....Posada is a shell of his ol' self and always hurt. In the outfield, Damon still gets on base, but mostly hits singles & has no arm. Matsui's been injured for a good part of the year, Melkyman had a terrible year & now he's been sent to the minors. Robinson Cano's had a tough year but he's still very marketable. In the bullpen, Mo's been very good but he ain't getting younger....I like Joba, but he belongs in the bullpen & the Yankees better hope his arm is okay. Kennedy & Hughes have been disappointments & both Mussina and Pettite are at the twilight of their careers & don't have many good outings left in them. As for Wang, he's been injured for the most part of the year & he appeared to be struggling prior to his injuries. Who's left? Not much....whatever happened to that Japanese pitcher that they signed to a big contract? Is Pavano still in baseball?
I'm actually surprised that the Stankees are not deeper in the standings. Credit goes to Joe Girardi for doing a very good job of managing a team loaded with has-beens.
Doc Holliday said:
Last season Joe Torre’s Stankees were devastated with injuries, but he found a way to get them into the playoffs. And they ran his butt out of town.
Just win baby! Not with this cast of characters
I’ll miss their presence in October
Well, I read on SoSH reports that Jeter and Cano got into it in the clubhouse the other night too, so I guess tensions are mounting.
I won't miss the MFY in the playoffs this year. It's about time they take a rest in October.
As a friend once said, "they could go 0-161, win their last game of the season, and when I saw that box score I'd be swearing."
With all their money their season still came down to pitching, and theirs is either too old (Pussina, etc.), or too untested (Joba, Hughes, etc.). Those last two will be very, very good one day (Joba already is, except he's fragile, which is not a new development), but that day has not come.
Wang's injury was bad luck, but the Sox have had their share of that in seasons past and got no sympathy, or even managed to work around it by building depth.
Three observations: Dice-K is good, but he's been really, really lucky this year. His BABIP is insane, and that can't keep up. He has the stuff to dominate but he nibbles. It's maddening watching him pitch.
John Lester on the other hand is the real deal. Full strength after the cancer finally, and he's gotten command back. His peripherals show it's no fluke.
People have been throwing Buchholz under the bus this year for sucking, but he's young, and folks were saying the same about Lester right into this season. So he's at the Hughes/Joba level. (Kennedy is a AAAA pitcher, nothing to see there.)
PS - So the MFY will be all over Sabbathia this winter. Bank on it. And possibly *gulp* Manny. They have unlimited cash, and a load of it coming off the books. Enjoy their downtime while you can, and wait for another Hank Steinbrenner meltdown. Be interesting to see if Cashman stays. I hope not, he actually has a brain.
I won't miss the MFY in the playoffs this year. It's about time they take a rest in October.
As a friend once said, "they could go 0-161, win their last game of the season, and when I saw that box score I'd be swearing."
With all their money their season still came down to pitching, and theirs is either too old (Pussina, etc.), or too untested (Joba, Hughes, etc.). Those last two will be very, very good one day (Joba already is, except he's fragile, which is not a new development), but that day has not come.
Wang's injury was bad luck, but the Sox have had their share of that in seasons past and got no sympathy, or even managed to work around it by building depth.
Three observations: Dice-K is good, but he's been really, really lucky this year. His BABIP is insane, and that can't keep up. He has the stuff to dominate but he nibbles. It's maddening watching him pitch.
John Lester on the other hand is the real deal. Full strength after the cancer finally, and he's gotten command back. His peripherals show it's no fluke.
People have been throwing Buchholz under the bus this year for sucking, but he's young, and folks were saying the same about Lester right into this season. So he's at the Hughes/Joba level. (Kennedy is a AAAA pitcher, nothing to see there.)
PS - So the MFY will be all over Sabbathia this winter. Bank on it. And possibly *gulp* Manny. They have unlimited cash, and a load of it coming off the books. Enjoy their downtime while you can, and wait for another Hank Steinbrenner meltdown. Be interesting to see if Cashman stays. I hope not, he actually has a brain.
Illiterati said:
Hey Rumples,
Does this mean the Cano MVP prediction by Josey is in the trash...LOL.
Bronx Cheers Josey,
Korbel
Jays Sweep Red Sox!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow!! The Jays just mugged Josh Beckett & the mighty Red Sox!!!
Beckett barely lasted 2 innings & gave up 8 earned runs.
Final score:
15-4 !!!!!!!!!!
Wow!! The Jays just mugged Josh Beckett & the mighty Red Sox!!!
Beckett barely lasted 2 innings & gave up 8 earned runs.
Final score:
15-4 !!!!!!!!!!
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Korbel said:
If the Jays suck, what does that make the Red Sox? I mean, Toronto's beaten the crap out of them all year long.....
p.s. You should encourage the Beantown boys to meet me in TO next weekend for the Sox/Jays series.
Hello Doc,Doc Holliday said:If the Jays suck, what does that make the Red Sox? I mean, Toronto's beaten the crap out of them all year long.....
The Stankees won more games head to head this year and last year, but the were not the World Series Champions and are currently falling like a rock...they may soon be right next to the Jays. Toronto has beaten the Red Sox much more but the are still 11 1/5 games out and far behind the Red Sox. So you have a morale victory at best. That's nice.
Cheers,
Korbel
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