8/13 @ The Blue Jays in Toronto

[jung]

I was hoping that Naps had at least stabilized at where he was about two weeks ago cause that looked like a place that he could come back from. Defying all odds though he had gotten worse. Now I don't know if he can work his way back. Needs a long rest or something....looks like he is on the Bataan death march every time I see him.

[Station 13]

Why take Dempster out Farrell?

[BigPapi]

Of course. When we start to hit more, taz starts to allow runs.

[jung]

Well ya' had ta' know 2 runs was not going to get it done.

 

Right now though Taz is pumping them right down main st

[Station 13]

This sucks bad. Farrell should let Dempster pitch, He was at like 80 pitches.

[BigPapi]

Well ya' had ta' know 2 runs was not going to get it done.

 

And just like you said a couple game threads ago, when you start inventing new ways to lose each night, thats when you start going on longer winning droughts.

[crc2120]

Damn it. Finally Dempster gives us a quality start and then Tazawa gives that s*** up...

[jung]

I am trying to remember but didn't Dempster put up a big pitch count his last start? I think I am remembering that right. Maybe Farrell did not want him to go big pitch count two games in a row.

[BigPapi]

They must score here. A lot of long ball potential next half inning for the jays.

[jung]

I wonder if Farrell will start to switch off Drew against RH pitchers and WMB against LHP in the 5 hole behind Ortiz. Not optimal but I don't think we are going to see Naps back in the 5 hole again.

[Station 13]

I am trying to remember but didn't Dempster put up a big pitch count his last start? I think I am remembering that right. Maybe Farrell did not want him to go big pitch count two games in a row.

 

Dempster got an extra day of rest with the day off Monday.

[crc2120]

Come on guys lets get some hits! Oliver sucks...

[SoxSport]

How many game tying HRs has Tazawa given up in the setup role? Seems like a lot. Maybe Farrell should be rotating that slot.

[Station 13]

How many game tying HRs has Tazawa given up in the setup role? Seems like a lot. Maybe Farrell should be rotating that slot.

 

Just to the Jays.

[BigPapi]

How many game tying HRs has Tazawa given up in the setup role? Seems like a lot. Maybe Farrell should be rotating that slot.

 

Ya, gave one up to kyle seager that seattle game.

[Station 13]

God, this offense is more up and down than the stock market.

[jung]

Time for more Ueh magic to send us off into extras.

 

Whoops...Taz for two again...man this looking more and more like playing with fire with Taz. He was already sort of toasty looking around the ASB.

[BigPapi]

Not likin taz here

[Station 13]

is Farrell tempting fate here?

[crc2120]

Pete Abraham@PeteAbe

Tazawa back out for the 9th inning. His line against Toronto this season (counting tonight so far): 6.1 IP, 9 H, 7 ER (5 HR).

[jung]

Seen enough yet John or are you going to wait for the Jays to be celebrating at home plate.

[Station 13]

This team need Workman or someone to pinch in.

[SoxSport]

Did Farrell blow the game taking out Dempster at 88 pitches? Managers can cost you games overmanaging. It's a common practice these days with pitch counts and one reliever per inning. They get a good game out of Dempster and waste it.

[BigPapi]

Did Farrell blow the game taking out Dempster at 88 pitches? Managers can cost you games overmanaging. It's a common practice these days with pitch counts and one reliever per inning. They get a good game out of Dempster and waste it.

 

I would say if taz lets up the run here, he blew the game

[jung]

I guess Farrell must really feel like he is in a box and the Sox have needed somebody to go more than one inning in relief all year long. Just don't see what about Taz would lead one to believe he is that guy since he really needed the ASB as much or more than anybody else on the staff.

[SoxSport]

Arencibia was about 1 for his last 30, hitting around .200, and had been benched. Tazawa has a sign on him that says too many appearances.

[SoxSport]

I guess Farrell must really feel like he is in a box and the Sox have needed somebody to go more than one inning in relief all year long. Just don't see what about Taz would lead one to believe he is that guy since he really needed the ASB as much or more than anybody else on the staff.

 

Ha. All he needs to do is stick with a starter for another inning. 88 pitches? That's simple enough. Maybe even a CG. Heaven forbid.

[BigPapi]

Thanks craig. Your a genius and a hell of a pitcher.

[Thunder]

Clutch pitching there Breslow!

[jung]

Great job Bres.

 

Maybe Farrell is counting on the extra days off this month to save Taz's butt. I think this month is our light month for games....a day off every week I think.