AddisonStSox Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 This game is going to be a sheer joy to watch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3E8 Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 The more lefties in the lineup, the better. Harden has a tendancy to walk lefties much more than righties. So far this year, he's walked 6 LHB, but 0 RHB. So if we fill the lineup with LHB, and actually try to be patient hitters for one game, it could pay dividends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YASNY Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 QUOTE(3E8 @ Apr 26, 2005 -> 11:01 AM) The more lefties in the lineup, the better. Harden has a tendancy to walk lefties much more than righties. So far this year, he's walked 6 LHB, but 0 RHB. So if we fill the lineup with LHB, and actually try to be patient hitters for one game, it could pay dividends. The only flaw with that theory is we don't take walks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fotop Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 IMO, our fastball hitters should start today, mainly Konerko. Harden overpowers guys and isn't that much of a "pitcher" yet (meaning he just blows people away). The guys that make good contact should cause him trouble, and would be good for us because they'll run up Harden's pitch count. Therefore, I think Pierzynski is probably the key to today's game because it seems as though Harden has a bit of trouble with lefties, and Pierzynski make a ton of contact and is hard to strike out. As much as everyone wants to see harris start, I think Iguchi is a better idea...he works the count a bit better than willie, IMO. With that being said, here's what I think the lineup should look like: Pods LF Iguchi 2B Everett DH Konerko 1B Rowand CF Pierzynski C Crede 3B Timo RF Uribe SS Basically, play pretty much all of the regulars, with Dye being the obvious exception...he couldn't catch up to Juan Cruz's fastball last night, I don't even want to imagine him taking cuts at Harden's. However, I don't necessarily think it'll be lefties that are of the utmost importance of getting to harden. I think it's veteran hitters/tough guys to strikeout that will run Harden out of the game before Buerhle and the Sox hopefully getting to the A's bullpen with a tie or the lead. This is probably our best chance to win today's game, so I'd keep a close eye on Harden's pitch count. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnB Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 QUOTE(AddisonStSox @ Apr 26, 2005 -> 10:49 AM) This game is going to be a sheer joy to watch. oh god yes. plus, the 2 pitchers will get me off to bed on time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balta1701 Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 QUOTE(Capn12 @ Apr 26, 2005 -> 03:42 AM) May even see Ozuna in at 3B tbh because Crede wasn't loooking too good on the bases before he came out. The you have: According to the Trib...Crede was pulled in the 7th last night due to a bruised forearm...maybe from when he got pelted by Zito earlier in the game. I wouldn't be surprised if he's sitting tonight, but then again, I wouldn't be surprised if he plays through it either. I'd say that tonight isn't a good night to play around with your lineup much; if Harden is their best pitcher, we should put our best hitters in the game and hope that at least 1 of them is good enough to get the job done. You can't play righty-lefty matchups on everything for an entire season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Controlled Chaos Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 Just for s***s and giggles....and to hear everyone argue Pods LF Iguchi 2B Everett RF Konerko 1B Rowand CF Pierzynski C Crede 3B Uribe SS Harris DH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NUKE_CLEVELAND Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 QUOTE(Controlled Chaos @ Apr 26, 2005 -> 11:37 AM) Just for s***s and giggles....and to hear everyone argue Pods LF Iguchi 2B Everett RF Konerko 1B Rowand CF Pierzynski C Crede 3B Uribe SS Harris DH Harris as DH?! Are you s***ting me? Dye sat the other day. He's due for a big day and he needs to play his way through his current slump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Controlled Chaos Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 I think this game will be won with our speed and with us scratching and clawing fora couple runs. I dont think we're losing anything by not having Dye or Timo in the lineup. Willie is hitting better, he's a lefty and he is faster. It's a crazy propostion and pretty unrealistic I just thought I'd throw it out there. I have been thinking Dye is due for awhile now too...I guess it's possible he breaks out of his slump against Harden, but not very likely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NUKE_CLEVELAND Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 QUOTE(Controlled Chaos @ Apr 26, 2005 -> 11:53 AM) I think this game will be won with our speed and with us scratching and clawing fora couple runs. I dont think we're losing anything by not having Dye or Timo in the lineup. Willie is hitting better, he's a lefty and he is faster. It's a crazy propostion and pretty unrealistic I just thought I'd throw it out there. I have been thinking Dye is due for awhile now too...I guess it's possible he breaks out of his slump against Harden, but not very likely. I could see throwing him in there as 2B but not as DH. Everett was downright scary in the outfield and I dont want to see him out there any time soon. Let him do his job at DH and let Willie play 2b if we really need the lefty bat in the lineup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Controlled Chaos Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 QUOTE(NUKE_CLEVELAND @ Apr 26, 2005 -> 12:56 PM) I could see throwing him in there as 2B but not as DH. Everett was downright scary in the outfield and I dont want to see him out there any time soon. Let him do his job at DH and let Willie play 2b if we really need the lefty bat in the lineup. Everett in the outfield was my only downside to the lineup, but I'd be willing to take the risk with Buehrle pitching. I like Iguchi's approach and his speed so I didn't want to sacrifice him out of the lineup. Ah whatever...what I really want is a win any way we can get it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allsox Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 QUOTE(AddisonStSox @ Apr 26, 2005 -> 03:49 PM) This game is going to be a sheer joy to watch. I agree! Tonight's one of those games where it almost feels like Gm 1 of the playoffs! Let's go Mark and Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allsox Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 QUOTE(NUKE_CLEVELAND @ Apr 26, 2005 -> 05:45 PM) Harris as DH?! Are you s***ting me? Dye sat the other day. He's due for a big day and he needs to play his way through his current slump. Not tonight against Harden....I have a gut feeling Timo will take him deep tonight! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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KevHead0881 Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 Personally, I'd like to keep Pauly in the line-up. Like somebody already said, he's a fastball hitter and it might be good for him to face somebody who isn't just throwing junk up there. Plus, he had a nice hit on his last at-bat last night. I'd like to see him build on that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Controlled Chaos Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 You guys are relying on gut feelings and instincts....I was relying on Willie's team leading .429 OBP and .368 average, not too mention the lefty bat and the speed. Oz use my crazy ass lineup!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knightni Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 QUOTE(Capn12 @ Apr 26, 2005 -> 06:42 AM) May even see Ozuna in at 3B tbh because Crede wasn't loooking too good on the bases before he came out. The you have: Pods LF Willie 2B Everett DH Rowand CF AJ C Timo RF Uribe SS Ozuna 3B Gload 1B Well, those people at least, maybe not those positions in the Batting Order. Why don't the Sox start ALL their bench guys while we're at it? C'mon. Let them use the starters. This game tonight will be the toughest this season outside of the Santana game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnthraxFan93 Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 Just for s***s and giggles....and to hear everyone argue Pods LF Iguchi 2B Everett RF Konerko 1B Rowand CF Pierzynski C Crede 3B Uribe SS Harris DH <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Put Timo in the field before Carla.. WE are build around pitching speed and D...Carla in the OF neglects the last 2! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChWRoCk2 Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 (edited) f that starting lineup crap you guys are doing, this is going to be a tough game no matter what lineup we put in, we need to just wear out harden. period Edited April 26, 2005 by chi-guy2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longshot7 Posted April 26, 2005 Share Posted April 26, 2005 QUOTE(AnthraxFan93 @ Apr 26, 2005 -> 12:49 PM) Put Timo in the field before Carla.. WE are build around pitching speed and D...Carla in the OF neglects the last 2! Carla? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goober Posted April 27, 2005 Share Posted April 27, 2005 QUOTE(longshot7 @ Apr 26, 2005 -> 05:55 PM) Carla? Carla Everett Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalapse Posted April 27, 2005 Share Posted April 27, 2005 QUOTE(longshot7 @ Apr 26, 2005 -> 05:55 PM) Carla? Right along with Judy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoxFan1 Posted April 27, 2005 Share Posted April 27, 2005 How do we have a 4 pg gamethread and the game doesn't start for another 45 minutes??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalapse Posted April 27, 2005 Share Posted April 27, 2005 QUOTE(SoxFan1 @ Apr 26, 2005 -> 08:16 PM) How do we have a 4 pg gamethread and the game doesn't start for another 45 minutes??? Because you touch yourself at night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rangercal Posted April 27, 2005 Share Posted April 27, 2005 QUOTE(SoxFan1 @ Apr 26, 2005 -> 07:16 PM) How do we have a 4 pg gamethread and the game doesn't start for another 45 minutes??? cause when is the lat time we had a chance to go 17-4? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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