Bruce Nye

Really miss Perry in this game.

There's a new theory about SBs - some of the stat meisters have calculated the risk factor with SBs. They believe the SBs are not worth the risk. They argue because someone is on base it is less risky to have him try to steal, instead put pressure on the pitching and defense to prevent the runner from scoring. The extra base is not that important. My view is when you have someone with Trout's talent than can not only steal 2b but 3b, it is a worthy risk.

You can't worry about someone too blessed to be stressed.

Shoot.....I've looked through all the pictures of "Where's Waller?" and I can't find him.

Happy birthday, Randy.

I was shocked in Arizona this past weekend - tickets on the grass behind the outfield were $30 at the box office.

Wonderfully written, Ellen. We'll make sure Tim Mead sees it.

DR we need to see more of you in the future.

It's a jail break by the Ducks. The Skunks have no chance.

Phrase - At this point in time. It is terribly redundant. At this point means the same and so does at this time. Time is time. It reminds me of that Yogi Berra comment when asked what time it was, "You mean now?"

Percy, you rock!

I didn't believe it was possible to exceed last year's dinner party, but this year greatly exceeded our expectations. When you throw a party and the guests don't want to leave you have a damn good indication that it was successful. Our keynote speaker, Jerry Dipoto hung around for photographs and autographs and spoke to anymore wishing a few moments. Tim Mead told us Jerry could have gone on for two hours. He eats and breathes baseball and obviouly loves what he is doing. He's a passionate, articulate and entertaining man. Tim and Jerry both commented that when they walked into the ballroom how shocked they were. Tim remembers when the evnt had 20 people at Hail Mary's. Jerry was taken aback at the elegance and professional appearance. The tables were decorated in red with dazzling red and white centerpieces. Jerry told me he had no idea of the size of this event and the spirit of thise attending. I surprised him also when Cassy came forward to collect her raffle win. I said to Jerry, "She lives in Minnesota and travels to all of our events." "What?' Jerry said. I told him we have members from all over the US and a few other countries. Needless to say, he was impressed. I wasn't sure how the media/press guys would welcome the roundtable discussion. It was a smashing success. Victor was a ball of enthusiasm as were all the guys. Afterward Alden Gonzalez and Victor were buying drinks and having a terrific time. Tim Salmon was simple awesome. He is now a polished speaker. He's funny and informative. What an opening act! All told this event was terrific. We crushed it! After the event, some of us were over-served and felt the effects the next morning, which came waaaayyy too early. I did a rough count of the folks at Tim's Dugout Talk and there were clearly more than 100 people in attendance. As usual Tim killed it - great questions by everyone. Now to start planning for next year. ~sigh

And that is just a partial listing. I have a close friend who played in the NBA. When he quit playing the 76ers GM asked him to talk to their rookies about deferring their signing bonus and doing some smart things with their money. I accompanied him when we met these guys - not just 76er players. We might as well have been yelling out the window on a car on the 110 freeway driving 80 mph. These guys wanted to buy a car, take care of momma and their posse. You could see bankruptcy about to happen years before it really occurred.

HK hits into a DP? Weird

Madonna

But, I bet the rent is cheap.

I have "slight" interest in Smoak. Our draft is April 6. Please provide more updates on Smoak.

DR next time cruise up Fairfax in your cigarette boat. They're chick magnets in that area.

ScottyA - knock off the name calling.

Now he has 23 birdies in the tournament and is now 18 under and has a 6 stroke lead.

http://news.yahoo.com/school-confiscates-third-grader-cupcakes-topped-toy-soldiers-215018982.html

Are you guys going to Tempe next week? Spirit is bringing his band and will be the entertainment. He does a cover of Stairway to Heaven - the country version - Stairway to Nashville with his own banjo solo. Compelling.

Whoa!! He has always said he likes it here.

Hah Waller....you beat me to it.

Nails? His ERA was 4.40 and his WHIP was 1.467 He had 37 saves, but Detroit was happy to see him go.