wow, thank god no CP. I understand the DFA, but I can’t say I’m very confident we’ve seen the last of the Dusty Baker / Corey Patterson love affair. I think until CP is taken away from Baker, he’ll still feel compelled to start CP and he’ll put him at top of the order, regardless of performance. CP will bat lead off again, I believe.
Brantley is a lot better when he’s away from Marty - much less critical and more analytical. He’s actually giving me some perspective on the game, rather than just bitching.
My X.Nady story: My then-fiance and I had to wait a few minutes for the priest for our last pre-wedding meeting. He was delayed a bit talking to X.Nady and his fiance, who were looking at churches. He got traded to Dallas the Mets about a month later, so I wonder where he ended up getting married.
It is irritating to hear him bitch but there will always be less bitching without Corey P. in the lineup. I can see how some of the mistakes they’re making are from inexperience. I can deal with that but not pure stupidity like demoting Hatteberg and keeping Patterson.
Did anyone catch what Grande said in the top of the first. The Reds need a centerfielder that can lead off and Jay Bruce can’t lead off, therefore he will eventually play right field. Now where did he get that from?
Votto is not good at first base in any way, shape or form.
I think Griffey needs to go!! Keep Dunn, Bruce, Freel and Hopper for the OF and Griffey goes. I don’t care where he hits #600. Bailey 3B 4K 0ER through 4IP
By the way - can you honestly tell me that Drew Stubbs couldn’t hit better than CP? He’d probably play just as good of defense, gives you lead off speed (Dusty), yet does anyone in their right mind think that Stubbs is ready?
Definitely…is it possible that’s really not Dusty Baker? I mean BP is the DP king so you want him to come in after someone like Dunn clears the bases, right?
And now a walk, that still doesn’t unclog the bases…Dusty is probably talking to the commissioner now for a loophole that will allow him to use Patterson again this game.
Wow, I know we’ve all had high expectations for Bruce, but I’ve been really impressed by his Abs so far. I wouldn’t have been surprised if he tried to yank every pitch that last at bat into the Ohio River. Nice to know he’s not pressing to hard with all that’s expected of him.
Joking aside, Phillips swinging for the fences there is why he should be batting a little lower in the order.
And Griffey/Dunn couldn’t bat back-to-back all season, but Bruce’s first game and he and Griffey bat back-to-back? Put Dunn and his hot streak in the cleanup spot and Griffey gets to 600 this week.
Louisville loses 2-1 with Merker getting the loss, Bailey pitched ok at best and Danny Herera was masterful (can’t believe he’s my height). I think Louisville may have some trouble scoring runs now with Bruce in MLB. Anybody know when Thompson makes his AAA debut?
I wouldn’t mind seeing Stormy in tonight’s game, with a five run lead. Well, now that I think about it, I wish we could get an insurance run or six, to keep it within Weathers-proof range.
Just came back in from the garage, after listening to the game while making some bookshelves. Catching up on Tivo to see what I missed:
- Damn what a HR from Dunn.
- Votto IS Adrian Gonzalez
- J.Bruce looked like T.Gwynn serving that single through the 5.5 hole.
- BP is actually at his best when the rest of the team is struggling. He gets too wound up when everyone else is hitting - loses his patience.
- EE is SCUFFLING.
- I’ve had it with that Gwen Stefani song. They play it 800 times a game.
- OBP, not hitting with RISP, kills.
Gee, I’ll bet Bob Castellini would like to have that $3mil back on the waste of a CF Corey Patterson! Baker needs to get rid of him himself to regain any respect. When is D. Thompson making his Louisville Debut?
Parenthood is the best. Took my 3 year old son to see my old high school’s baseball team play in the regional playoffs today. Just the two of us. We had a blast; nothing better in the world.
theReds youth movement has begun!Patterson stays,1.salary 2.speed 3.still can play defense.Hati,limited throwing.He’ll end up in A.L. Good luck,Scott,you were a real professional.
Jay Bruce Almighty, that has a nice ring to it. He makes Jr. look sleepy hitting behind that live bat. Darryl Thompson makes his Louisville debut tomorrow. We’ll see…keep an eye on Ben Juckich at Chatannoga
May 27th, 2008 at 6:39 pm
Jerry Hairston Jr. ss
Jay Bruce cf
Ken Griffey Jr. rf
Brandon Phillips 2b
Adam Dunn lf
Edwin Encarnacion 3b
Joey Votto 1b
Paul Bako c
John Cueto p
Votto 7th? Come on.
May 27th, 2008 at 6:43 pm
You didn’t expext a lineup that made sense did you?
May 27th, 2008 at 6:48 pm
wow, thank god no CP. I understand the DFA, but I can’t say I’m very confident we’ve seen the last of the Dusty Baker / Corey Patterson love affair. I think until CP is taken away from Baker, he’ll still feel compelled to start CP and he’ll put him at top of the order, regardless of performance. CP will bat lead off again, I believe.
May 27th, 2008 at 6:51 pm
So now it’s ss batting first and cf batting second. Poor Dusty just can’t kick that habit can he?
May 27th, 2008 at 7:16 pm
God Votto is brutal. Ew.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:16 pm
Here we go with the errors at first
May 27th, 2008 at 7:17 pm
Too bad Hatteberg is in the minor leagues
May 27th, 2008 at 7:19 pm
That’s two in a row for Votto. I think he’s an okay defensive 1b. He just has major problems with that one play.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:19 pm
Can Cueto pitch out of this?
May 27th, 2008 at 7:20 pm
Brantley is a lot better when he’s away from Marty - much less critical and more analytical. He’s actually giving me some perspective on the game, rather than just bitching.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:23 pm
My X.Nady story: My then-fiance and I had to wait a few minutes for the priest for our last pre-wedding meeting. He was delayed a bit talking to X.Nady and his fiance, who were looking at churches. He got traded to
Dallasthe Mets about a month later, so I wonder where he ended up getting married.May 27th, 2008 at 7:25 pm
Well, he pitched out of it…barely
May 27th, 2008 at 7:26 pm
Good work by Cueto to get out of the no out, 2nd and 3rd jam. Now we get to see Bruce!
May 27th, 2008 at 7:28 pm
It is irritating to hear him bitch but there will always be less bitching without Corey P. in the lineup. I can see how some of the mistakes they’re making are from inexperience. I can deal with that but not pure stupidity like demoting Hatteberg and keeping Patterson.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:29 pm
Hairston Rule!!
May 27th, 2008 at 7:29 pm
You mean Harris-ton?
“Those aren’t boos, George.” AWESOME.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:30 pm
They are scared of Bruce
May 27th, 2008 at 7:31 pm
I was planning to go see Bruce tonight in Columbus. I’m skipping Homer Bailey’s start to watch this on TV.
NICE start. Now, none of those were close, but that does show a good approach and some self-control.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:31 pm
Ok, they’re terrified of him!!
May 27th, 2008 at 7:34 pm
Did anyone catch what Grande said in the top of the first. The Reds need a centerfielder that can lead off and Jay Bruce can’t lead off, therefore he will eventually play right field. Now where did he get that from?
Votto is not good at first base in any way, shape or form.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:34 pm
Griffey just doesn’t look comfortable up there…
May 27th, 2008 at 7:34 pm
Well Crusty Baker…what do you think of that?
May 27th, 2008 at 7:35 pm
Eesh, double steal worked, but only because Batista has a mitt of iron.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:35 pm
I actually don’t mind this line-up. Hairston has done a pretty good job. Griffey can’t get the runners over.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:35 pm
Boy that was a nice throw.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:35 pm
Put Bruce at #3 or 4. Thank god, no DP for Brandon Phillips
May 27th, 2008 at 7:36 pm
Phillips has some trouble with off-speed stuff, I’ve noticed.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:36 pm
George Grande is worse than Corey Patterson.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:37 pm
If Grande calls Brantley “cowboy” one more time I’m throwing my beer at the TV…
May 27th, 2008 at 7:37 pm
Dunner with a Stunner?
May 27th, 2008 at 7:37 pm
I say keep Jay Bruce at #2 and let him get comfortable. I think he will be a good #2 hitter.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:37 pm
Snell is nibbling like mad today.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:38 pm
I forgot I’m about 30 sec behind on Tivo. Caught up.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:38 pm
The Buccos is as annoying as the Cowboy.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:38 pm
Bases clogged for Dunn…
May 27th, 2008 at 7:39 pm
Another Cowboy reference.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:39 pm
Lately Encarnacion=Pop up in the infield. Hopefully tonight he turns it around.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:40 pm
Those were three pretty good pitches. Snell nibbled and nibbled, then when right after Dunn. Very strange.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:40 pm
Horrible strike one call.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:40 pm
…who promptly forgets he’s no longer in batting practice. Come on, E5!
May 27th, 2008 at 7:41 pm
Jeesh.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:42 pm
…and that first inning is why these two teams habitually battle for the NL Basement.
May 27th, 2008 at 7:42 pm
Crusty’s great lineup card does it again!!
May 27th, 2008 at 7:44 pm
This is hopeless!
May 27th, 2008 at 7:58 pm
I wonder what the morale is on a team that loses a good player to the minors and keeps a bad one?
May 27th, 2008 at 8:02 pm
Josh Hamilton to be on the cover of Sports Illustrated
May 27th, 2008 at 8:06 pm
2-0 Pirates, Reds slowly but surely losing this one too. Ugh.
May 27th, 2008 at 8:10 pm
Hope the bullpen is ready for tonight. Cueto at 60+ pitches and we are still in the third inning.
May 27th, 2008 at 8:11 pm
Baily is throwing balls in Louisville!
May 27th, 2008 at 8:12 pm
BBBBBB Bruce time!
May 27th, 2008 at 8:14 pm
Cueto’s first five starts: 33 2/3 IP, 6.42 H/9, 1.34 BB/9, 11.62 K/9, 69% of pitches for strikes.
His last five + tonight: 26 2/3 IP, 13.16 H/9, 4.39 BB/9, 6 K/9, 61% of pitches for strikes.
What happened? Is it all just the league adjusting?
May 27th, 2008 at 8:16 pm
Congrats Jay Bruce!
May 27th, 2008 at 8:16 pm
Well, Crusty how is that compared to your man-love Corey P?
May 27th, 2008 at 8:18 pm
Was that the slowest hit
GDP ever?
May 27th, 2008 at 8:20 pm
Bruce… may not be ready yet (or at least his OBP gives this indication).
May 27th, 2008 at 8:22 pm
I think Griffey needs to go!! Keep Dunn, Bruce, Freel and Hopper for the OF and Griffey goes. I don’t care where he hits #600. Bailey 3B 4K 0ER through 4IP
May 27th, 2008 at 8:36 pm
Dunn hitting after Bruce and before Phillips makes way more sense to me.
May 27th, 2008 at 8:38 pm
By the way - can you honestly tell me that Drew Stubbs couldn’t hit better than CP? He’d probably play just as good of defense, gives you lead off speed (Dusty), yet does anyone in their right mind think that Stubbs is ready?
May 27th, 2008 at 8:44 pm
EE is for Error Error
May 27th, 2008 at 8:54 pm
Patterson pinch hitting. Dusty can’t get enough of him.
May 27th, 2008 at 8:55 pm
Shocker: Patterson makes an out. (and gets booed)
May 27th, 2008 at 8:56 pm
Definitely…is it possible that’s really not Dusty Baker? I mean BP is the DP king so you want him to come in after someone like Dunn clears the bases, right?
May 27th, 2008 at 8:58 pm
CP is now 0 for his last 18…
May 27th, 2008 at 8:58 pm
Dusty is in love. I can’t stand him!
May 27th, 2008 at 8:59 pm
Bruce might have as many ML walks as minor league walks before the game is over.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:00 pm
Hairston and Bruce on all 3 at bats tonight. We can’t blame it all on CP as nobody knocked them in!
May 27th, 2008 at 9:01 pm
They should have DFA’ed Patterson or else Dusty will play him whenever he can. Jocketty has to take control.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:03 pm
And the Reds finally get on the board.
3-1 thanks to BP’s sac fly
May 27th, 2008 at 9:05 pm
Dunn unclogs the bases the RIGHT way!
May 27th, 2008 at 9:05 pm
Dunn’s HR leaves the stadium!!!
May 27th, 2008 at 9:06 pm
Bruce 1.000 OBP
Patterson 0.240 OBP
May 27th, 2008 at 9:06 pm
sign
Dunn
NOW
May 27th, 2008 at 9:06 pm
Re-sign that big donkey please.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:07 pm
That’s the 3rd or 4th homerun in 2-3 weeks that Dunn has hit nearly out of the park!
May 27th, 2008 at 9:08 pm
There it is Dunner wit a STunner :razz:
May 27th, 2008 at 9:08 pm
If you have hitters getting on then the middle of the order guys will eventually start driving them in.
Based on recent articles, I think Dunn wants to sign a contract to stay.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:09 pm
I guess it did stay in the park.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:09 pm
That lucky SOB is gonna get some cool swag for catching that ball!
May 27th, 2008 at 9:09 pm
I want Dunn to stay, that’s for sure. (I’d also prefer the Reds to stop double-switching him out late each game, but that might just be me.)
May 27th, 2008 at 9:10 pm
If they don’t get rid of Corey P. with that OBP my stomach is going to be unclogged
May 27th, 2008 at 9:12 pm
Note to Marty Brennaman:
Encarnacion does not lead the majors for errors by a 3B. Bill Hall leads with 11 errors. Edwin is tied with Crede, Reynolds, and Wright.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:14 pm
I agree with you CeeKeR… That’s one reason I hate that they kept CP today. CP is going to be Dunns defensive replacement every time we have a lead…
May 27th, 2008 at 9:14 pm
Danny Herera is a 5′ 7″ Monster at AAA Louisville!! 1.08 ERA
May 27th, 2008 at 9:15 pm
Let’s go Lincoln. Jeez. Get the last out.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:16 pm
There was no rational reason to release Hatteberg whose OBP is 63 points higher. I might have bought into DFAing Bako over Patterson but not by much.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:23 pm
Every single time I see a groundball base hit up the middle I can’t help but think of (and miss) Keppinger a little bit more.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:24 pm
Kent Merker throwing notin but strikes at Louiville
May 27th, 2008 at 9:29 pm
Good at bat by Ross after a poor bunt attempt. And that’s it for Snell.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:29 pm
Bako’s first hit in weeks and it was a gift.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:30 pm
Nice AB by Ross. I remember how bad he looked in the box last year, he looks so much better even if the power stroke hasnt been there.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:31 pm
Potential for a huge inning if Dusty doesn’t do something stupid.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:31 pm
well, Merker gave up a run at Louisville. Little man Herera should come up instead of Merker.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:31 pm
Nice to hear Kepp is feeling better, sounds like he is on track to make it back on time
May 27th, 2008 at 9:32 pm
Is Springsteen at the game?
BRUUUUUUUUCE!!!!
May 27th, 2008 at 9:32 pm
Why are the Reds trying to sacrifice in the 6th inning when Snell has been really wild all night?
So, this is what it looks like when the lead off hitter gets on base.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:32 pm
Can Bruce do it?
May 27th, 2008 at 9:32 pm
Bruuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuce!!!!!!!!!!!!
May 27th, 2008 at 9:33 pm
Bruuuuuuuuuuuuuce!
May 27th, 2008 at 9:33 pm
BRUUUUUUUCEEE!!
May 27th, 2008 at 9:33 pm
2 consecutive singles with the bases loaded. Dusty won’t be happy, the bases are still clogged!
May 27th, 2008 at 9:34 pm
The Bruce era is in full swing!!
May 27th, 2008 at 9:34 pm
Wow, that was some good hitting!! No joke, he just went with it. Good grief!
May 27th, 2008 at 9:34 pm
LOL, Ceek, your right, time to send Bruce back down
May 27th, 2008 at 9:35 pm
Just caught up…got home late and have been watching via the magic of Tivo.
I’m amazed by the Bruce show. What a debut.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:35 pm
Is MLB.tv only streaming this game in 800k and 1.2mb? The stupid ad telling me I have to pay more for them is covering where the 400k icon is. Grr..
I’d pay it, but I can’t stream that on my weak DSL.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:35 pm
Hm, 4 straight times on base. Only 13 more to go to reverse Patterson…
May 27th, 2008 at 9:35 pm
Bruce has been on base four times tonight.
Has Patterson been on base four times this month?
May 27th, 2008 at 9:35 pm
And the blowout is on!
May 27th, 2008 at 9:35 pm
And now a walk, that still doesn’t unclog the bases…Dusty is probably talking to the commissioner now for a loophole that will allow him to use Patterson again this game.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:36 pm
I love it when Reds fans get off their hind ends and make some noise. I hope for a day when they are as loud and crazy as Indians fans.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:37 pm
Still waiting for the first grand slam of the game…
May 27th, 2008 at 9:37 pm
Jared - I’m watching it at 400k. When I get that ad I think I usually close and reopen my web browser and it’s gone.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:38 pm
Damn, BP about threw himself outta joint on that swing
May 27th, 2008 at 9:38 pm
Bill - 15 more since Patterson made an out in pinch hitting tonight.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:39 pm
Wow, I know we’ve all had high expectations for Bruce, but I’ve been really impressed by his Abs so far. I wouldn’t have been surprised if he tried to yank every pitch that last at bat into the Ohio River. Nice to know he’s not pressing to hard with all that’s expected of him.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:39 pm
Dunn delivers another single. Bases still full (or clogged in Dusty terms) with only one out. Looks like that’s the end of Marte.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:40 pm
LOL, Dunn gets a hit and they cheer for Bruce
May 27th, 2008 at 9:40 pm
Would a grand salami be a rally killer here?
May 27th, 2008 at 9:40 pm
Golly Gee!!! If Fred Rogers was still alive they would have to partner him with George Grande.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:40 pm
Thanks Ben, that did it. Just in time to see a lead only David Weathers could blow. Or a handful of other Reds pitchers.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:41 pm
Dunn is awesome.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:41 pm
For real Andy, the big thing they were pickin on him about was the high Ks, low Walks, and he has looked very disaplined at the plate
May 27th, 2008 at 9:43 pm
Joking aside, Phillips swinging for the fences there is why he should be batting a little lower in the order.
And Griffey/Dunn couldn’t bat back-to-back all season, but Bruce’s first game and he and Griffey bat back-to-back? Put Dunn and his hot streak in the cleanup spot and Griffey gets to 600 this week.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:44 pm
“Popup” Eddie … new nick name til he gets back on track
May 27th, 2008 at 9:44 pm
I think Eddie is just a bit mad at himself.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:45 pm
The only stat that looks bad from the minors was he batted .167 when behind in the count…that jumps to well over .400 when ahead in the count.
Good grief can EE do anything but pop up?
May 27th, 2008 at 9:46 pm
Chris’s comment at #27 Phillips has some trouble with off-speed stuff, I’ve noticed. is still funny 100 comments later.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:46 pm
Good idea GregD but too bad Dusty’s brain is clogged!
May 27th, 2008 at 9:47 pm
I wonder if anyone will give us squat for Hatteburg before the 10 days runs out?
May 27th, 2008 at 9:48 pm
Louisville loses 2-1 with Merker getting the loss, Bailey pitched ok at best and Danny Herera was masterful (can’t believe he’s my height). I think Louisville may have some trouble scoring runs now with Bruce in MLB. Anybody know when Thompson makes his AAA debut?
May 27th, 2008 at 9:50 pm
Burton, that means we will see Stormy in the 8th … again
May 27th, 2008 at 9:50 pm
I think the Reds would just be happy if someone picks him up so they get out of paying his contract.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:52 pm
He only has about $1M left right?
May 27th, 2008 at 9:52 pm
I wouldn’t mind seeing Stormy in tonight’s game, with a five run lead. Well, now that I think about it, I wish we could get an insurance run or six, to keep it within Weathers-proof range.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:53 pm
Are Marty and Thom still having that inane conversation about the pronunciation of the name Xavier?
May 27th, 2008 at 9:53 pm
How do you really feel about DW Chad? lol
May 27th, 2008 at 9:54 pm
Great job by Burton.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:54 pm
I’m indifferent.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:55 pm
Ron, that is probably right since his contract this year was for $1.85 million.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:55 pm
Burton did a nice job. As long as Weathers doesn’t go Danny Graves on us, we should have a chance!
May 27th, 2008 at 9:55 pm
I finally got the bike running, guys!
May 27th, 2008 at 9:56 pm
Bako trying his best not to return to career norms
May 27th, 2008 at 9:57 pm
I think the Reds should have a Jeff Brantley “Cowboy Hat” night.
Burton pitching another inning.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:57 pm
Does it bother anyone else that Bruce is wearing Danny Graves’ old number? Hope it isn’t infected with something.
May 27th, 2008 at 9:57 pm
Burton’s first career plate appearance… (His doesn’t seem to have the same excitement as Bruce’s did)
May 27th, 2008 at 9:58 pm
Wow, Burton going two, Dusty may have figured out DW does not meet with Chad’s approval
May 27th, 2008 at 9:59 pm
Well, since Grave excelled at putting the ball over the wall, I wont complain if Bruce follows suit
May 27th, 2008 at 9:59 pm
I think they developed a vaccine for it, Chad.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:00 pm
I think Baker should use 4 relief pitchers next inning, then go to Arroyo to pitch the 9th.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:00 pm
Kid holding up his Jay Bruce jersey. Pretty cool!
May 27th, 2008 at 10:00 pm
What is disgusting is that, even with a win tonight, we are still behind the Pirates in the standings.
Hopefully, that won’t be the case much longer.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:01 pm
They are skeered of JB
May 27th, 2008 at 10:01 pm
Don’t give him any ideas, Greg.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:02 pm
Good idea, GregD.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:02 pm
Just told my wife I’m getting my son a Bruce jersey.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:02 pm
Touching mention of Brian Wilson.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:03 pm
Greg: That made me laugh..and cry a little since it’s too close to the truth.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:03 pm
Just came back in from the garage, after listening to the game while making some bookshelves. Catching up on Tivo to see what I missed:
- Damn what a HR from Dunn.
- Votto IS Adrian Gonzalez
- J.Bruce looked like T.Gwynn serving that single through the 5.5 hole.
- BP is actually at his best when the rest of the team is struggling. He gets too wound up when everyone else is hitting - loses his patience.
- EE is SCUFFLING.
- I’ve had it with that Gwen Stefani song. They play it 800 times a game.
- OBP, not hitting with RISP, kills.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:03 pm
What’s Bruce’s history on full counts?
May 27th, 2008 at 10:04 pm
Bruuuuuuuuuuuucccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
May 27th, 2008 at 10:04 pm
I cannot believe what I am seeing from Jay Bruce tonight.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:04 pm
Wow
May 27th, 2008 at 10:04 pm
Jay Bruce - The Kid, v2.0
May 27th, 2008 at 10:04 pm
Bruce has definitely been the man tonight. It’s much more fun to watch the Reds when the fans are in it…and he has them all excited!
May 27th, 2008 at 10:04 pm
Oooops
May 27th, 2008 at 10:04 pm
Jim - I’d say 1.000
May 27th, 2008 at 10:05 pm
Brantley had a great line “does he look like he’s ready?”
May 27th, 2008 at 10:05 pm
Maybe I’ll name my kid Bruce.
**We don’t know if it’s a boy or a girl, so I will hedge my bets.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:05 pm
Bruce has now equaled Corey Patterson’s RBI total for the MONTH of May!
May 27th, 2008 at 10:05 pm
If Bailey ever gets his act together this city will go baseball nuts!
May 27th, 2008 at 10:05 pm
Odds on Phillips coming out of shoes swinging this at bat?
May 27th, 2008 at 10:06 pm
This kid is just an unbelievable hitter.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:06 pm
Anyone else get the feeling the offense is about to really get on track?
May 27th, 2008 at 10:06 pm
You are absolutely correct, Jim (comment 170). It is going to be fun to watch.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:06 pm
1 to 1 Ceek
May 27th, 2008 at 10:07 pm
I finally bench Bako on my fantasy team today, after 2 weeks of turds (.067 .200 .067). Now he’s hitting again. I did activate Bruce, however.
Did you know his real name is: Gabor Paul II Bako.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:07 pm
Can’t wait for the Photoshops of Sir Bruce … or is it Bruce Almighty?
Has he already surpassed the offensive production of CP for the season?
May 27th, 2008 at 10:08 pm
I think Phillips’ shoes stayed on, but he did take a ferocious hack for strike 2.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:08 pm
Jay works for a boy or a girl.
Or you could go with “Brucetta”
May 27th, 2008 at 10:09 pm
Pirates doing a double switch. Anyone think it is actually just to tempt Baker into taking Dunn out of the game before he bats right now? :roll:
May 27th, 2008 at 10:09 pm
It’s a lot easier to get the offense on track when you remove an automatic out maker from the order (especially from the lead off spot).
May 27th, 2008 at 10:10 pm
“Votto is not good at first base in any way, shape or form.”
Votto is the best 1b that the reds have had in a long long time…
May 27th, 2008 at 10:11 pm
Hamilton update 2-5 Grand Slam and 5 RBI’s
May 27th, 2008 at 10:11 pm
When’s the baby due, Chris?
May 27th, 2008 at 10:12 pm
Dunn just got under that one.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:12 pm
Nady not aware that it’s the CF’s call on that ball?
May 27th, 2008 at 10:13 pm
June 18 - three weeks.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:13 pm
It’s finally nice to see the Reds having great young talent coming from the farm system again. Unlike when Bowden traded away all our young talent.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:14 pm
Who is this new centerfielder for the Reds? I’ve never heard of him before.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:14 pm
Let’s trade Patterson to Texas for Hamilton straight up.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:15 pm
I bet there is a lot of #32 jerseys sold this week
May 27th, 2008 at 10:16 pm
Admit it…how many of you already have #32 jerseys with “GRAVES” on the back?
May 27th, 2008 at 10:17 pm
George Grande should have his own Oprah-type talk show. He’s so sensitive.
:roll:
May 27th, 2008 at 10:18 pm
Say what you want, but Patterson is much faster than Bruce. Bruce sucks.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:18 pm
Chad, we burned them!
May 27th, 2008 at 10:18 pm
192: Now that’s just cruel. For the record, I believe anything with “Graves 32″ on the back would be a vest.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:19 pm
Jeff(177): I thought The Boss was his given nickname.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:20 pm
They should have had a Disco Demolition night with Graves jerseys after he was sent packing. To exorcise the demons, or something like that.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:20 pm
Need 5 slots to hit again for Bruce to get up again!
May 27th, 2008 at 10:20 pm
Eddie attempting to pop out again.
Doesn’t that indicate that he is dropping a shoulder or something?
May 27th, 2008 at 10:21 pm
K for EE
May 27th, 2008 at 10:21 pm
K for EE, not getting any better
May 27th, 2008 at 10:22 pm
Votto has three hits tonight. He’s saying, “Remember me?”
May 27th, 2008 at 10:22 pm
Gee, I’ll bet Bob Castellini would like to have that $3mil back on the waste of a CF Corey Patterson! Baker needs to get rid of him himself to regain any respect. When is D. Thompson making his Louisville Debut?
May 27th, 2008 at 10:23 pm
Did you say this is your first child? We have #2 on the way in August.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:25 pm
No more at bats for Bruce tonight.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:26 pm
First one, yep. Starting to feel real at this point.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:28 pm
Wonder if the Reds will get any love on Baseball Tonight?
May 27th, 2008 at 10:29 pm
Bruce is begining to make me regret getting a custom made Patterson jersey one week into the season
May 27th, 2008 at 10:30 pm
Parenthood is wonderful!
Our last one graduates from high school this weekend and is the valedictorian.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:31 pm
by the way for those who care the Lakers are up by six on the Spurs at halftime
May 27th, 2008 at 10:31 pm
Yahoo said that Kepp was taking some swings and walking without a limp.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:31 pm
Nice work, Jim. Congratulations.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:32 pm
Brett, custom made as in a t-shirt and magic marker.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:32 pm
Congrats!!
May 27th, 2008 at 10:32 pm
HR, ok thats enough!
May 27th, 2008 at 10:33 pm
He’s a good boy and his sister is pretty sweet as well.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:34 pm
Did you guys know Bruce’s nickname is “The Deal”?
May 27th, 2008 at 10:35 pm
Check that - that was just some dude’s idea.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:35 pm
Parenthood is the best. Took my 3 year old son to see my old high school’s baseball team play in the regional playoffs today. Just the two of us. We had a blast; nothing better in the world.
Plus, our team won 20-2. That helps.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:35 pm
They’re still yelling “Bruuuuuuuuce,” apparently.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:35 pm
Affeldt trying to make it a save situation.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:36 pm
I have a friend who is a big Royals fan, and they’re Patterson is this guy- http://www.baseball-reference.com/p/penato02.shtml -and is getting playing time over this one (who I really like)- http://www.baseball-reference.com/c/callaal01.shtml
May 27th, 2008 at 10:36 pm
Affeldt is stinking it up tonight. Bring in Coco.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:38 pm
Pena sure was a lot of hype.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:39 pm
wow their, not they’re. but their’s doesn’t bat leadoff
May 27th, 2008 at 10:39 pm
This year’s bullpen is more like kerosene compared to last year’s gasoline compared to two years ago’s hydrogen.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:40 pm
Watching Dunn, Griffey, and Bruce in the outfield chatting during the pitching change makes me smile.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:40 pm
Would love to hear what Dunn, Griffey and Bruce are talking about.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:41 pm
Why can’t George Grande pronounce “Hairston”?
May 27th, 2008 at 10:41 pm
Yeah Chad, looks like they are having a good time. It’s good to see.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:42 pm
…and this one belongs to the Reds!
What a debut for Mr. Bruce.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:42 pm
Watch out for Freel, Jay!
May 27th, 2008 at 10:42 pm
Sure is nice for Affeldt to try and look as bad as Patterson does.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:42 pm
Been a while since I’ve seen a smile like the one on Bruce’s face right now.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:43 pm
Bruce - What a joy to see him look like a kid in a candy store!
May 27th, 2008 at 10:44 pm
Let’s sign Bruce to a 20-year deal!
May 27th, 2008 at 10:52 pm
theReds youth movement has begun!Patterson stays,1.salary 2.speed 3.still can play defense.Hati,limited throwing.He’ll end up in A.L. Good luck,Scott,you were a real professional.
May 27th, 2008 at 10:53 pm
Jay Bruce Almighty, that has a nice ring to it. He makes Jr. look sleepy hitting behind that live bat. Darryl Thompson makes his Louisville debut tomorrow. We’ll see…keep an eye on Ben Juckich at Chatannoga
May 27th, 2008 at 10:54 pm
Maybe the Rangers or Nationals will sign Scott Hati?
May 27th, 2008 at 10:59 pm
Great game redlegs. I wonder what the difference was?