whitem0nkey Posted October 20, 2005 Share Posted October 20, 2005 Houston you have a problem! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Swerski Posted October 20, 2005 Share Posted October 20, 2005 Houston you have a problem! 1083664[/snapback] Don't jinx us!!! I was somewhat surprised that Contreras is starting Game 1, given that he piched 17 1/3 innings last week. I thought that it would be better for Ozzie to start Buehrle and Garland at home and give Jose a little rest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitem0nkey Posted October 20, 2005 Author Share Posted October 20, 2005 Come on, sox fans don’t believe in jinxes that’s for cub and red sox fans. What ever I type on this forum has no effect on how the game will go. this should be a very good world series, both teams match up well with each other. “Don’t Stop believing” - journey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crispirons Posted October 20, 2005 Share Posted October 20, 2005 sox in 6. waiting for prices at the sportsbook. 1st game, contreras vs. clemens and the sox are a small favorite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitem0nkey Posted October 20, 2005 Author Share Posted October 20, 2005 well right now the sox are -130 also CWS are 9-1 in Contreras last 10 starts. CWS are 12-1 in their last 13 overall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitem0nkey Posted October 20, 2005 Author Share Posted October 20, 2005 (edited) Andy Pettitte wears eyeliner what a fruit! Sox are the franchise with all the WS experience. The 'Stros should just learn from us on bended knee. This should be our toughest opponent. We have not faced a pitching staff like Houston’s. However, they have not faced one like ours. We beat Boston's lineup, we beat LA's versatility, WE CAN WIN. Paul Konerko, Jermaine Dye, and Tad Iguchi are looking forward to the 315 foot porch in left field. Clemens 4.50 ERA this postseason, and now he wont have an easy out every 8 guys. He was only lasting about five innings in Sept. Our hitters know Clemons and Pettite, so no worries there, Oswald looks tough though. Heck, just nice to see two long-suffering franchises with rabid fans make it to the dance. Edited October 20, 2005 by whitem0nkey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chavez Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 Looking on paper, this is just a dead-even matchup. Hou's pitching has been a tad up and down in the playoffs, while the Sox pitchers have really stepped it up - their bullpen pitched 2/3 of an inning THE ENTIRE ALCS. They got the mo', could very well be a Chicago sweep. About the only thing that would surprise me in this series though would be a Houston sweep - both managers are "by the gut" guys whose teams play loose and have SUPERB pitching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitem0nkey Posted October 21, 2005 Author Share Posted October 21, 2005 (edited) sox bullpen pitched 2/3 of an inning THE ENTIRE ALCS. 1085238[/snapback] whats a bullpen???? Edited October 21, 2005 by whitem0nkey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aqualung Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 - their bullpen pitched 2/3 of an inning THE ENTIRE ALCS. 1085238[/snapback] The DH helps this stat immensely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chavez Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 The DH helps this stat immensely. 1085464[/snapback] C'mon, dude; 2/3 of an inning over 5 games? DH or no DH, that's just amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aqualung Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 C'mon, dude; 2/3 of an inning over 5 games? DH or no DH, that's just amazing. 1085485[/snapback] And your saying it doesn't? C'mon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chavez Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 And your saying it doesn't? C'mon. 1085496[/snapback] Where did I say "the DH doesn't help that stat"? I just said it's highly impressive no matter what league you're in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitem0nkey Posted October 21, 2005 Author Share Posted October 21, 2005 4 complete games are amazing. If it was the NL. One it would be easier cause u face a pitcher every 9 batters, and it would be harder cause a manager is more inclined to have a pitch hitter in the 7th due to a current game situation. anyway the AL is a better league. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chavez Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 If it was the NL. One it would be easier cause u face a pitcher every 9 batters, and it would be harder cause a manager is more inclined to have a pitch hitter in the 7th due to a current game situation. Right - in the NL, it's easier to pitch longer, you get that "gimme" out of a P; but it's tougher to stay in the game due to the hitting situations. Unless your P is really cruising along, you probably pull him in a low-scoring game to generate some offense. anyway the AL is a better league. 1085660[/snapback] Are we talking pure talent at this moment, or in terms of style of play? Because I wouldn't bother quibbling with the former but I'd really dispute the latter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiegie Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 The AL is the non-thinking man's league. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitem0nkey Posted October 21, 2005 Author Share Posted October 21, 2005 Are we talking pure talent at this moment, or in terms of style of play? Because I wouldn't bother quibbling with the former but I'd really dispute the latter. 1085691[/snapback] Well the past few years what league won the WS? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Like Soup Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 The AL is the non-thinking man's league. 1085740[/snapback] Good info here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
major-tom Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 The AL is the non-thinking man's league. 1085740[/snapback] I have to concur. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Swerski Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 The AL is the non-thinking man's league. 1085740[/snapback] Just like the NL is the non-hitting man's league. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitem0nkey Posted October 21, 2005 Author Share Posted October 21, 2005 Why would u want a pitcher to bat????? It’s like having a vegetarian cook you meat. Or like having Saddam Hussein be a doctor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
driveby Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 Astros in 5. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primetime9287 Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 I hope the Astros win, but it should be a good series. Everyone is picking the White Sox to win, but whats new? Over 1/2 the "experts" picked the Braves and everyone picked the Cards in 6. I'm looking forward to seeing Bags in the DH! Personally, I think the White Sox are overrated. Hopefully the Astros prove that in the WS. I'm just happy the Yanks, BoSox, Cards and Braves are all out of it. Good luck Chicago White Sox! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Swerski Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 Everyone is picking the White Sox to win, but whats new? 1087642[/snapback] That's news to me. I've seen a lot of people pick the Astros to win. And when has the media ever kissed the Sox's behind? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitem0nkey Posted October 21, 2005 Author Share Posted October 21, 2005 Yesterday the sox were -130, but the white sox team is going with the mind set of being the dog. They are not buying into the hype. These are the same "experts" that picked the sox to finish 3rd in the division. Don’t stop believing – journey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caveman_Nick Posted October 21, 2005 Share Posted October 21, 2005 (edited) This should be a good series. It's difficult to pick someone to root for, because both cities deserve a winner. I was rooting for the White Sox to make it from the AL, and am glad they did (regardless of some anti-Red Sox posters who shall remain nameless ). Their pitching is amazing, and I am particularly glad for Contreras being able to turn it around. When he was with the Yanks it felt like the Red Sox line-up hitting against him was like a big guy kicking a puppy. Good for him to get it together. In the end, though, My wife and I are pulling for the Astros. I have always been a big Clemens fan, ans would love to see him win one more. I have also liked Pettite for a long time, regardless of his years in pinstripes. Lastly, it would be nice to see a guy like Bagwell win a championship. We won't be disappointed if the ChiSox win...good for them if they do. But, until it happens, Go 'Stros!! Edited October 21, 2005 by Caveman_Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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