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  • Maxwell Silver III Nov 2, 2017
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    racial tension is good business for some-it terrorizes some to think that different races, cultures and religions can co-exist

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Nov 2, 2017
    Towel Boy

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    Media driven....have to sell their product, even if there isn't much to peddle. If not for the US media, race relations would probably be pretty good, imo. Gotta push that story/agenda & keep that pot stirred.

    #POLITICALMANIPULATION

  • Maxwell Silver III Nov 2, 2017
    Bench Warmer

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    If its something in the least bit could be called racial-- networks we try to build it up, so they can write about for a few days.

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  • DIAMONDBISHOP Nov 2, 2017
    Towel Boy

    Glad to see the Astros get that first WS ring. They deserved it. Astros hitters as a group have a good approach to hitting. They battle, put the bat on the ball for the most part. Dodgers hitters, or certain ones, seemed to swing out of their shoes even with 2 strikes....hence the K's. Not a good approach in crucial situations. Hats off to the Astros....good looking squad.

    Gurriel - after seeing his apology, his actions since, looks like the dude is trying to make amends. Probably not a bad guy when it comes down to it. Just got a little excited after a HR, engaged in some silliness. Stuff happens but ya have to know that sort of thing is not going to go over well. Moving on....

  • StunGunn Nov 2, 2017
    Sports Legend

    Didn't have a dog in the fight, but glad to see the Astros have something to celebrate after all the misery Houston has endured.

  • Maxwell Silver III Nov 2, 2017
    Bench Warmer

    way to go Astros

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 31, 2017
    Towel Boy

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    I expected Manfred to handle it this way. Thought the Astros may have stepped up to the plate on this. Still going with the Astros but I had to question that after the clown move by Gurriel.

  • Toddler10-21 Oct 31, 2017
    Sports Legend

    Suspended the first 5 games of a 162 game season. Really? He would probably appeal and play anyway, but at least MLB was trying to do the right thing by suspending him now when it hurts worse. Who cares about the first 5 games of the season? Come on Dodgers!!!

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 29, 2017
    Towel Boy

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    Yep....begins serving it in 2018. What a joke of a response by Manfred.

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 29, 2017
    Towel Boy

    Have been pulling for the 'Stros all the way until the racist behavior of the Astros first baseman recently. Going with LA at this point. No place for that in MLB. Too bad Rob Manfred can't get it right.

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 28, 2017
    Towel Boy

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    If MLB handles this the way they should, he should get a 1 game suspension immediately, imo. After that, they move on. If they look the other way, that's not gonna look good to the viewers/fans.

    #1GAMESUSPENSION

  • Toddler10-21 Oct 28, 2017
    Sports Legend

    Will he get suspended is the question? All I can do is SMH!!

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 28, 2017
    Towel Boy

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    +1...next man up. 'Stros looking good so far. Hope they pull it off. Unfortunately, Gurriel had to go all stupid on us & should be suspended for a game. I know it's the WS but he has to understand his actions are unacceptable.

    Go 'Stros...beat LA

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 28, 2017
    Towel Boy

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    Altuve is a fantastic player, the little engine that could. The 'Stros were about the only team willing to take a chance on him. Nice stroke, quick to the zone. Pulling for Houston all the way. Always liked McCann as well. He's had a nice career, bounced back somewhat from vision issues.

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 28, 2017
    Towel Boy

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    Agree with all of that but some managers/GMs/Pres's just can't seem to get it right. Theo has done an amazing job.

  • Toddler10-21 Oct 26, 2017
    Sports Legend

    Great game last night.

  • StunGunn Oct 26, 2017
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    Heard the same thing about the Dodgers this morning, T. And yes, I know your philosophy has always been, "next man up"!

    I don't have a dog in the fight, and both teams are good stories with Houston never winning the WS and the Dodgers last winning in the 80's. I'm glad the Astros evened up the series last night, though.

  • Toddler10-21 Oct 25, 2017
    Sports Legend

    Just read where half the Dodgers payroll is either on the injured list, or released. So the team is mad up of call ups from the minors except for a couple of pitchers. be ready when your name is called.

  • Toddler10-21 Oct 24, 2017
    Sports Legend

    I really don't care who wins now, but McCann deserves one. I still see Altuve in my sleep. Dude can play defense as well as hit. I don't really like the Dodgers because Puig has too much hotdog in him.

  • Toddler10-21 Oct 24, 2017
    Sports Legend

    I just don't feel sorry for teams that haven't won in forever. Hire a GM that knows what he is doing. Spend some money, trades etc.. The reason they are winning now is because of Theo and they will be a top team for awhile. The Bartman excuse still gets on my nerve and you know how I hate excuses.
    Great teams can win anywhere not just at home. Yankees 1-6 in the playoffs on the road. That 3-0 by Sanchez good lord.

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 22, 2017
    Towel Boy

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    Unfortunate situation that should have been prevented. Too many circus clowns peddling bad info., imo. The sad part is that certain fans still believe that garbage to this day.

    On a brighter note....pulling for Houston.

  • StunGunn Oct 22, 2017
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    I had a feeling it was the fans, B; it usually is. Poor Hartman- a WS ring won't make up for the years of misery he had to deal with. Still glad they gave him one.

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 22, 2017
    Towel Boy

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    Not a Cubs hater, Gunny. Once the playoffs started last season, I was pulling for 'em. 100 years is a long time. I have a strong dislike for a good number of their fans over the Bartman deal. Talk about clueless! True story - I'm having a discussion with a Cubs fan one day shortly after the Bartman incident. I was complimentary & told him to keep the faith as they were close. He immediately starts with the, "If Bartman doesn't.........", & I told him to stop it. Advised him that Bartman had nothing to do with it & the Cubs choked, especially their starting SS, who botched a DP grounder right after that that would have ended the inning. And then Dusty Baker adds fuel to the fire when asked about it following the game, which is why I have no respect for him as a manager. Cubs just didn't get it done and they can blame themselves, which I'm sure most of the players do. They know! I always liked Mark Grace as a hitter, like Rizzo & Bryant

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 22, 2017
    Towel Boy

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    Verlander has some nasty stuff. Was pulling for the Cubs last season due to the long drought. Glad to see them "break the curse" and get off Bartman's back for a year (being serious about that). I've always had an issue with hitters swinging at 3-0s because of what happened with Sanchez. Too anxious and assuming the pitch is coming down main street. Pitchers aren't as predictable as they used to be, imo. Hitters counts are not necessarily hitters counts anymore. Pitchers have gotten a little smarter ('bout time...lol). Agree with ya about walks as they always seem to bite you in the backside. Looking forward to the 'Stros/Dodgers...should be a good series. Hope the 'Stros take it.

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 22, 2017
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    Yep....actually, never been a Yankees hater. In fact, tip of the hat to them for being committed to WS rings as that's what it's all about. As the old saying goes, "Go big or go home."

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 22, 2017
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    +1

  • Maxwell Silver III Oct 22, 2017
    Bench Warmer

    Glad Astro's won all the media was talking-Dodgers/Yankees W/S

  • StunGunn Oct 21, 2017
    Sports Legend

    T and B: Surprised you guys hate the Cubbies. Not a fan, but had to pull for them last year after their WS drought and all the Bartman drama. Why don't you like them? Their fans? Managers?

  • Toddler10-21 Oct 21, 2017
    Sports Legend

    Dusty gone again.
    Verlander was almost perfect last night. Walks are like errors can always spell unearned runs. Sanchez on a 3-0 check swing on a slider!! SMH!! Well Judge hit another one about a mile. It was time for Altuve to come out of his slump. Too good a hitter.
    Game seven at seven big CC has been lights pitching after a Yankees loss.
    Cant stand the Cubs. The only Cub I ever liked was The Hawk!!
    Going to be hard to beat the Dodgers!!

  • StunGunn Oct 21, 2017
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    LOL about Cubs fans blaming Bartman. Guess he isn't polishing his WS ring. Don't have a dog in the fight. Used to hate the Yanks because I was a Mets fan, but that ended after 9/11.

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 20, 2017
    Towel Boy

    Just wondering.....are Cub fans going to go after Bartman again? LA smacks the Cubs 11-1, takes the NLCS 4-1, collects 16 hits in Game 5, but I'm sure those knowledgeable Cub fans will link this to The Bart Man....lol

    Pulling for Houston but an LA/Yankees WS would be fun to watch.

    Dusty Baker - looking a new home.

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 20, 2017
    Towel Boy

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    He was on the Sox back then but didn't play in the post-season due to injury. Had a great career though, career .300 hitter with over 500 bombs. Aside from 05, he had some nice playoff moments as well. Terrific hitter during his career.

  • Toddler10-21 Oct 19, 2017
    Sports Legend

    Must have been the Frank Thomas days in Chi Town?

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 18, 2017
    Towel Boy

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    Great group of players, T. 'Stros were swept by Chicago in 05.

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 18, 2017
    Towel Boy

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    Well, it'll probably be another 100 + years before they Win another WS...lol

    Cubs lost the magic from a year ago. Tough to win one WS, even harder to repeat.

  • Toddler10-21 Oct 18, 2017
    Sports Legend

    Mike Scott, JR Richards, Nolan Ryan, Jose Cruz and also the Biggio Bagwell days. Astros have never been in a world series that I can recall. Yankees up 4-0 might be a Dodgers/Yankees rematch of the 70's!! That would like a Lakers/Celtics series. It would be epic!!

  • Maxwell Silver III Oct 18, 2017
    Bench Warmer

    do not like Dodgers or Yankees-hope Astro's can win it all-I don't think they have been have been to WS, Ironic Astro's spent so long in the National and doing well in the American

  • Toddler10-21 Oct 18, 2017
    Sports Legend

    Bye Bye Cubs!!!!

  • Toddler10-21 Oct 18, 2017
    Sports Legend

    Left work Yankees down 4-1 try to find it on the radio, but very station was talking about that darn NBA. Got home 6-4 and Chap on the mound. You know the rest. Houston has there aces the next two!!

  • Toddler10-21 Oct 13, 2017
    Sports Legend

    Bingo B!!

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 13, 2017
    Towel Boy

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    +1....Yankees are tough & it's baseball. Most thought the Tribe would close the deal. I know I did. The only predictable thing about baseball is that it's unpredictable...lol

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 13, 2017
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    Agree with ya, Max. Pulling for the Astros to go all the way.

  • Toddler10-21 Oct 13, 2017
    Sports Legend

    Didn't think the Yankees would get by Cleveland but they did. Yankees/Dodgers rematch of the late 70's. Plus I have never liked the Cubs. Don't dislike the Astros at all. They have a tough all around team. Going to be hard to beat. Brian McCann can call a game.

    Good lord Dusty. I'm a big fan of Harper probably the best in baseball along with trout, but he didn't show up last night. Tre Turner from NC State will be a all star soon.

  • Maxwell Silver III Oct 13, 2017
    Bench Warmer

    Astro's -Yankees-I going with Houston--Cubs-Dodgers-going with the Cubs-these are picks with my heart and gut. would to see Houston win it all-that city needs this

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 13, 2017
    Towel Boy

    Just wondering.....

    Will Dusty blame Bartman again? Run, Bart, run!

    10 straight close-out losses & an MLB record. #HOLYCOW

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 8, 2017
    Towel Boy

    Saw the Nats/Cubs, Harper dang near hit one out of the stadium. Lester was Lester for the Cubs, Zim with the clutch jack, Gonzalez didn't pitch bad at all but made a huge mistake to Rizzo with the hanger. Don't get that as Rizzo ripped that pitch foul twice in his first AB. Why would he serve that up later? Like watching Murphy hit....great approach to hitting.

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 7, 2017
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    Dude has a gun to be able to pull that off, but that should never happen, imo. Poor base running.

  • Toddler10-21 Oct 7, 2017
    Sports Legend

    Catcher gunned him down from his knees on second base. Good Lord!!!

  • DIAMONDBISHOP Oct 7, 2017
    Towel Boy

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    Wow, T! After the Yankees made it 8-3, hate to admit it, but with CC shutting them down & knowing what was in their pen, I switched to the Cubs/Nats. Later, I see an 8-7 score & was surprised, starting tuning back in, watched the extras. Missed the hit batter but I was talking to an Indians fan this am who told me it should have been a K. Not only would that have changed the game, maybe the series. No excuse for the runner to get caught napping like that. Was watching when that happened.

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