Thread: Yankees vs. Red sox

Originally Posted by MaxMirkin

But why don't you lecture me some more on what I should or shouldn't do. Would that make you feel better about yourself? Do you feel lonely and neglected? Do you think you getting in the way of the argument I have with IAB is somehow.....helpful to anyone?

It's very helpful to me. It shows me there are some Yankee fans out there that can actually discuss baseball without rubbing a couple of wins in people's faces.

Originally Posted by MaxMirkin

He implied I lacked respect. I was merely pointing out that his prediction showed a similar lack of respect. When I said Yanks in 7, I didn't magically pluck that number out of my ass. I based it on what I had witnessed all year long.

And how the fuck are you gonna say, "they would have swept us if everything went right"? What the fuck does that mean? Are you talking about some ideal hypothetical situation for the Sox? Then why stop there, "if everything went right" they would never have sold Babe Ruth. If everything went right they wouldn't have been without a championship since 1918. That is truly an asinine thing to say, "old timer".

ok, so here we go with all the history which is complete bullshit and means nothing from one year to the next. And if you do want to quote history look at last year as a prime example. A's had a 2-1 series advantage against the sox and what do they do - run 3 straight on them. and as you say you respect the sox why the hell are you making stupid asinie comments like "So you still think the sox in 5?"

Listen buddy, i'm a diehard yanks fan and i must say going into this series i was worried. the sox by far have the superior pitching staff (which it hasn't performed up to) we had all kinds of problems in the last few weeks of the season (went from 10 games up to only 3) they had the most potent offense in baseball this year and yet you think that my comments are asinine? Yes, we have won the first 2 games but this series is far from over.

Originally Posted by I Are Baboon

It's very helpful to me. It shows me there are some Yankee fans out there that can actually discuss baseball without rubbing a couple of wins in people's faces.

I only did that because of your stupid insistence that the Yanks would somehow be your bitch, contrary to all the evidence.

Originally Posted by MaxMirkin

But why don't you lecture me some more on what I should or shouldn't do. Would that make you feel better about yourself? Do you feel lonely and neglected? Do you think you getting in the way of the argument I have with IAB is somehow.....helpful to anyone?

No, i just think you are a fucking retard. It is as simple as that...

Originally Posted by Yanks20

ok, so here we go with all the history which is complete bullshit and means nothing from one year to the next. And if you do want to quote history look at last year as a prime example. A's had a 2-1 series advantage against the sox and what do they do - run 3 straight on them. and as you say you respect the sox why the hell are you making stupid asinie comments like "So you still think the sox in 5?"

Listen buddy, i'm a diehard yanks fan and i must say going into this series i was worried. the sox by far have the superior pitching staff (which it hasn't performed up to) we had all kinds of problems in the last few weeks of the season (went from 10 games up to only 3) they had the most potent offense in baseball this year and yet you think that my comments are asinine? Yes, we have won the first 2 games but this series is far from over.

Did I say it was over? Did I say I didn't respect their ability? Did I tell anyone we were gonna "kick their asses in 5"? I showed the Sox respect, I still do. I just didn't show it to IAB, because he was being so f'n unreasonable with his predictions.

Originally Posted by Yanks20

No, i just think you are a fucking retard. It is as simple as that...

Sticks and stones....

Guess you'll just have to take me off your Christmas list.

Originally Posted by MaxMirkin

I only did that because of your stupid insistence that the Yanks would somehow be your bitch, contrary to all the evidence.

Holy shit Max, all I did was make a prediction. Please go back through this thread and find my comments where I said the Yankees would be our "bitches." Please try not to take a prediction so friggin personally next time.

If the Sox were up 2 games to none, Sox fans would be talking shit also. So just sit there and take, and don't be so sensitive. Just havin a little fun. Remember, there's always next year.

Originally Posted by I Are Baboon

Holy shit Max, all I did was make a prediction. Please go back through this thread and find my comments where I said the Yankees would be our "bitches." Please try not to take a prediction so friggin personally next time.

You are the mod here, that lends your voice a certain...weight. Anyway, perhaps I did take your prediction too personally, sorry bout that. On the other hand, you did overreact to my light-hearted teasing.

Originally Posted by MaxMirkin

Did I say it was over? Did I say I didn't respect their ability? Did I tell anyone we were gonna "kick their asses in 5"? I showed the Sox respect, I still do. I just didn't show it to IAB, because he was being so f'n unreasonable with his predictions.

Exactly is was a PREDICTION. you people who jump on the bandwagon every October is what kills me. just becasue someone has confidence in their team doesn't mean they are trying to rub it in anyone's face.

RedSox in 3

Originally Posted by IainDaniel

RedSox in 3

Originally Posted by SPIKE1257

If the Sox were up 2 games to none, Sox fans would be talking shit also. So just sit there and take, and don't be so sensitive. Just havin a little fun. Remember, there's always next year.

of course they would, that is the way things are done around here now.

Originally Posted by MaxMirkin

You are the mod here, that lends your voice a certain...weight. Anyway, perhaps I did take your prediction too personally, sorry bout that. On the other hand, you did overreact to my light-hearted teasing.

Yeah, I overreacted and I apologize for that. I was bummed about the losses and your post set me off.

Originally Posted by Yanks20

of course they would, that is the way things are done around here now.

I'm a big Yankee fan, but I believe it is never over till the fat lady sings... Boston is more then capable of coming back...

Alright now Hug and Kiss and make up you two.

Originally Posted by SPIKE1257

I'm a big Yankee fan, but I believe it is never over till the fat lady sings... Boston is more then capable of coming back...

Not with an injured Curt Schilling and a sure-to-be-tired Pedro. I was counting on two wins out of Schilling. Let's say the series goes seven games, we're looking at:

Game 3: Bronson Arroyo
Game 4: Tim Wakefield
Game 5: Derek Lowe???
Game 6: Pedro
Game 7: Bronson Arroyo

I sure as hell don't see four wins there. With a fully healthy Curt Schilling I sure would though.

Arroyo has been pitching well

Wakefield anything can happen with that pitch. That knuckleball is some fucked up shit. You need to have the right conditions to be effective

And Pedro well hopefully he can find his Daddy!!

OK, even if the Sox get five so-called "quality starts" of these pitchers, there is still the matter of actually getting some run support for those guys.

Sure the Sox can come back from this if everything falls into place, but a lot has to go right.

Originally Posted by I Are Baboon

Not with an injured Curt Schilling and a sure-to-be-tired Pedro. I was counting on two wins out of Schilling. Let's say the series goes seven games, we're looking at:

Game 3: Bronson Arroyo
Game 4: Tim Wakefield
Game 5: Derek Lowe???
Game 6: Pedro
Game 7: Bronson Arroyo

I sure as hell don't see four wins there. With a fully healthy Curt Schilling I sure would though.

From what i have read, pedro is already saying that he wants the ball for game 5. I think game 6 would be better for him unless they are on the brink of elimination then you have to go with pedro.

Arroyo is the wildcard, you never know what you are gonna get from him, could be good, could be bad.

Our key is to have Browney go out and pitch at least 7 solid innings in game 3. I feel that game is just as important as us winning in game 2. would take the crowd/city out of the series

There Pitching hasn't been too bad, well other then Schilling.

It is there Bats that have let them down. With one of the most Potent Offenses in MLB to be Held to a perfect game in Game one till the Seventh inning, and something like 2 hit ball until the 7th again, is completely unacceptable. These are big games and big players need to start stepping up. Johnny Damon what happened to him?

Originally Posted by Yanks20

From what i have read, pedro is already saying that he wants the ball for game 5. I think game 6 would be better for him unless they are on the brink of elimination then you have to go with pedro.

Arroyo is the wildcard, you never know what you are gonna get from him, could be good, could be bad.

Our key is to have Browney go out and pitch at least 7 solid innings in game 3. I feel that game is just as important as us winning in game 2. would take the crowd/city out of the series

Arroyo has been the Sox 2nd best pitcher down the stretch. I'd be comfortable with him taking the ball in a game 7. Of course, you have to actually GET to a game 7.

Pedro would get rocked on three days rest. I think the Sox can push this series back to NY, but it'll take a miracle to win the series at this point.

Kevin Brown was huge against Minnesota.

Originally Posted by IainDaniel

Johnny Damon what happened to him?

You mean the 0 for 8 with 5 K's Johnny Damon? That guy?

Originally Posted by IainDaniel

Johnny Damon what happened to him?

i think is it the jesus christ look. that and the fact that the man seems like he wants to be anywhere but in the batters box, can you see how much he is moving around and never seems comfortable?

Originally Posted by Yanks20

of course they would, that is the way things are done around here now.

Don't you think you still owe me an apology, my friend?

Originally Posted by MaxMirkin

Don't you think you still owe me an apology, my friend?

alright i'll agree that i flew off the deep end but just watch out for whose toes you are stepping on. BABs is a stand up guy and didn't deserve the blatant flaming.

Well Curt Schilling is officially OUT for game five. Derek Lowe will get the start. They are not ruling out Schilling for the entire series though.

So then:

Arroyo
Wakefield
Lowe
Pedro/Schilling
Pedro/Schilling

that is if it gets that far and that's putting a lot of eggs in one basket