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@Twisted-_-Tea-_PSN said in Congratulations, Mets!:
Padres about to take it in 3 tho. LFGSD
Go Pads! Not gonna be easy though, the Mets are good. We're gonna have to face Scherzer and Degrom and with our struggles at times to score runs those 2 guys will be tough. We've got some good starters too that we'll be running out there so this should be a good, fun series. We got a shot though for sure and I'm definitely looking forward to it!
That Andre Dawson card from the April POTM program has easily been my most surprising. I never really expected to use him but now I can't take him out of my lineup. I'm hitting well over .300 with that card and I doubt I'm hitting over .300 with anyone else as I am not a good hitter in this game at all. Hits for some power too and always seems to get the clutch hits when I need em. Very surprised with how well I'm doing with that card.
@ibonafidescrub_ said in Kevin Brown:
@deadphish1976 said in Kevin Brown:
@twisted-_-tea-_psn said in Kevin Brown:
@deadphish1976 said in Kevin Brown:
@twisted-_-tea-_psn said in Kevin Brown:
My dad always said when the trade for brown was made the city just knew we were going to the world series. We've been heartbroken every year since
You're Dad is right on! Maybe not knew we would be going to the World Series but we knew we had a pretty good team even before the Kevin Brown trade. Once that trade was made though, that gave us a true stud number 1 pitcher and changed the entire complexion of our rotation. Definitely after that, we knew we would be very good and had a great opportunity to do some damage. That 98 season was a fun ride. Hopefully we've got another one coming in the not too distant future.
Nando, some pen reinforcements coming off the IL, and a couple moves at the deadline puts us in a great spot for our deepest playoff run since 98
Agreed. The fact that our record is what it is, with our bullpen struggles, nobody hitting except Machado and Hosmer, and Fernando being out is pretty impressive. We'll get the bullpen figured out and I think we'll make a few moves before the deadline. I'm hoping for that deep playoff run!
This is how it should’ve been last year, a battle between the Padres and the best team in baseball for the NL West
It should have been. Unfortunately the Padres couldn't live up to their end of the bargain with their 2nd half collapse. I hate to admit it, but the Dodgers are THAT good and they'll be there until the end. I don't see the Padres having a 2nd half like they did last year with Bob Melvin in charge so I'm looking forward to an exciting NL west race down the stretch.
@twisted-_-tea-_psn said in Kevin Brown:
@deadphish1976 said in Kevin Brown:
@twisted-_-tea-_psn said in Kevin Brown:
My dad always said when the trade for brown was made the city just knew we were going to the world series. We've been heartbroken every year since
You're Dad is right on! Maybe not knew we would be going to the World Series but we knew we had a pretty good team even before the Kevin Brown trade. Once that trade was made though, that gave us a true stud number 1 pitcher and changed the entire complexion of our rotation. Definitely after that, we knew we would be very good and had a great opportunity to do some damage. That 98 season was a fun ride. Hopefully we've got another one coming in the not too distant future.
Nando, some pen reinforcements coming off the IL, and a couple moves at the deadline puts us in a great spot for our deepest playoff run since 98
Agreed. The fact that our record is what it is, with our bullpen struggles, nobody hitting except Machado and Hosmer, and Fernando being out is pretty impressive. We'll get the bullpen figured out and I think we'll make a few moves before the deadline. I'm hoping for that deep playoff run!
@twisted-_-tea-_psn said in Kevin Brown:
My dad always said when the trade for brown was made the city just knew we were going to the world series. We've been heartbroken every year since
You're Dad is right on! Maybe not knew we would be going to the World Series but we knew we had a pretty good team even before the Kevin Brown trade. Once that trade was made though, that gave us a true stud number 1 pitcher and changed the entire complexion of our rotation. Definitely after that, we knew we would be very good and had a great opportunity to do some damage. That 98 season was a fun ride. Hopefully we've got another one coming in the not too distant future.
@killerpresence4 said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@deadphish1976 said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@killerpresence4 said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@toeter83_psn said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@killerpresence4 said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@deadphish1976 said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@ericulous1_psn said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
I agree, it's time. His defense is stellar too. Time for an upgrade. Thanks goodness I finished the collection a few days ago.
As a Padre fan it's a pleasure to watch him play baseball everyday. The guy can do it all. His bat has been on fire all season, his defense at 3B is some of the best I've ever seen, and even his base running is fantastic. On top of it all, he comes to play everyday and rarely misses a game.
On a side note, congratulations on finishing the collection. I don't know how you can have it done so quickly. It usually takes me a couple of months at least, but this year I seem further behind than most years. For me, it's been a little more difficult to make stubs in this years game. Nice work!
Just wait til he pulls his Manny stunts when he gets mad. Things like intentionally kicking first baseman when he is running by or not running out routine grounders when the dog says of summer are weighing him down. Yeah that’s right Manny does these things. I can’t wait to see when it rears it’s ugly head. There is a reason the Dodgers didn’t re-sign him. I could be wrong but once you get that kind of reputation it’s pretty hard to shake.
He slide on purpose in to Pedroia's ankle as well which eventually was the end of Pedroia's career
Padres don’t seem to mind character issues, Manny’s numerous misteps, Jurikson Profar who was basically asked to leave Texas after multiple run-ins with teammates in the locker room. Joe Musgrove who has been known to headhunt when he gets mad. Jake Cronenworth and his questionable second base takeouts. The list goes on and on.
With comments like this, let me guess, Dodger fan?
And you would be wrong!!! The world champions are my team. But I’m also a baseball fan and I’ve watched all the top players careers from start to present. Manny has done too much goonish/bafoonish stuff in his career for me to just dismiss it as a bad day. When the team that traded for you doesn’t even offer you a contract or at least attempt to extend you speaks volumes. But as I mentioned earlier he’s not the only guy on that team with questionable character issues. I would argue that Profar is the most questionable guy on that team even more so than Manny. I guess only time will tell.
Fair enough in regards to Manny's past. Can't argue the fact that there has been a couple of bafoonish acts in his career. During his time as a Padre though, none of that has come to light. He's been an absolute professional. I'm not sure I can agree with the Padres being a team full of guys with questionable character issues. I'm not sure what took place with Profar and the Rangers so there may have been something there. To call Cronenworth and Musgrove questionable character guys though, nothing could be further from the truth. I would say that those are two of the best character guys on the team. I would guarantee that anyone who follows the Padres on a daily basis would 100% agree with this.
@ericulous1_psn said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@deadphish1976 said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@ericulous1_psn said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
I agree, it's time. His defense is stellar too. Time for an upgrade. Thanks goodness I finished the collection a few days ago.
As a Padre fan it's a pleasure to watch him play baseball everyday. The guy can do it all. His bat has been on fire all season, his defense at 3B is some of the best I've ever seen, and even his base running is fantastic. On top of it all, he comes to play everyday and rarely misses a game.
On a side note, congratulations on finishing the collection. I don't know how you can have it done so quickly. It usually takes me a couple of months at least, but this year I seem further behind than most years. For me, it's been a little more difficult to make stubs in this years game. Nice work!
Hey @DeadPhish1976 good to hear from you. Full disclosure, I spent a little money at the beginning to put into the market. Not a ton but I can't run around screaming NMS....NMS!!!
Do you flip cards at all? I know that stubs are harder to come by this year but I found a avenue in the market and would be happy to share with a fellow Jam Band fan and San Diegan.
Hey man! Nothing wrong with spending some money on the game to get a bit of a head start. I do flip cards, yeah. I haven't been as active as years past up to this point but I am a flipper. I would love to hear your take on the market though! I'm far from an expert so am always looking for some good advice. Especially from a fellow Jam Band fan and San Diegan!
@killerpresence4 said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@toeter83_psn said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@killerpresence4 said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@deadphish1976 said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@ericulous1_psn said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
I agree, it's time. His defense is stellar too. Time for an upgrade. Thanks goodness I finished the collection a few days ago.
As a Padre fan it's a pleasure to watch him play baseball everyday. The guy can do it all. His bat has been on fire all season, his defense at 3B is some of the best I've ever seen, and even his base running is fantastic. On top of it all, he comes to play everyday and rarely misses a game.
On a side note, congratulations on finishing the collection. I don't know how you can have it done so quickly. It usually takes me a couple of months at least, but this year I seem further behind than most years. For me, it's been a little more difficult to make stubs in this years game. Nice work!
Just wait til he pulls his Manny stunts when he gets mad. Things like intentionally kicking first baseman when he is running by or not running out routine grounders when the dog says of summer are weighing him down. Yeah that’s right Manny does these things. I can’t wait to see when it rears it’s ugly head. There is a reason the Dodgers didn’t re-sign him. I could be wrong but once you get that kind of reputation it’s pretty hard to shake.
He slide on purpose in to Pedroia's ankle as well which eventually was the end of Pedroia's career
Padres don’t seem to mind character issues, Manny’s numerous misteps, Jurikson Profar who was basically asked to leave Texas after multiple run-ins with teammates in the locker room. Joe Musgrove who has been known to headhunt when he gets mad. Jake Cronenworth and his questionable second base takeouts. The list goes on and on.
With comments like this, let me guess, Dodger fan?
@chuckclc5755_xbl said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@killerpresence4 said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@deadphish1976 said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@ericulous1_psn said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
I agree, it's time. His defense is stellar too. Time for an upgrade. Thanks goodness I finished the collection a few days ago.
As a Padre fan it's a pleasure to watch him play baseball everyday. The guy can do it all. His bat has been on fire all season, his defense at 3B is some of the best I've ever seen, and even his base running is fantastic. On top of it all, he comes to play everyday and rarely misses a game.
On a side note, congratulations on finishing the collection. I don't know how you can have it done so quickly. It usually takes me a couple of months at least, but this year I seem further behind than most years. For me, it's been a little more difficult to make stubs in this years game. Nice work!
Just wait til he pulls his Manny stunts when he gets mad. Things like intentionally kicking first baseman when he is running by or not running out routine grounders when the dog says of summer are weighing him down. Yeah that’s right Manny does these things can’t wait to see when it tears it’s ugly head. There is a reason the Dodgers didn’t re-sign him. I could be wrong but once you get that kind of reputation it’s pretty hard to shake.
I think Manny is one of those, "as long as things are going well he goes well" type of guys. If things start going South for the Padres you will see his true self, but as long as they stay good, he should be ok.
There has been plenty of going south for the Padres and none of this stuff Manny has been accused of has come to light. Last year the Padres went from a viable world series contender to not being able to hardly win a game over the last two months, finishing the season below .500. Manny was the same player through the good and the bad.
@killerpresence4 said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@deadphish1976 said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
@ericulous1_psn said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
I agree, it's time. His defense is stellar too. Time for an upgrade. Thanks goodness I finished the collection a few days ago.
As a Padre fan it's a pleasure to watch him play baseball everyday. The guy can do it all. His bat has been on fire all season, his defense at 3B is some of the best I've ever seen, and even his base running is fantastic. On top of it all, he comes to play everyday and rarely misses a game.
On a side note, congratulations on finishing the collection. I don't know how you can have it done so quickly. It usually takes me a couple of months at least, but this year I seem further behind than most years. For me, it's been a little more difficult to make stubs in this years game. Nice work!
Just wait til he pulls his Manny stunts when he gets mad. Things like intentionally kicking first baseman when he is running by or not running out routine grounders when the dog says of summer are weighing him down. Yeah that’s right Manny does these things. I can’t wait to see when it rears it’s ugly head. There is a reason the Dodgers didn’t re-sign him. I could be wrong but once you get that kind of reputation it’s pretty hard to shake.
I can't speak to how Manny was as a player with Baltimore, or in his couple of month run as a Dodger. All I know is, as a Padre Manny has not done these things. This his fourth year as a Padre and watching him play day in and day out he has been an absolute pro, and I can guarantee that every other player in the clubhouse would say he could not be a better teammate. I know he has a certain reputation, but reputations are not always accurate. Having not watched him daily as an Oriole or a Dodger I can't speak to his behavior, but I have since he's been a Padre and I'll take Manny on my team anyday.
@ericulous1_psn said in Manny Machado, stiiiill raking:
I agree, it's time. His defense is stellar too. Time for an upgrade. Thanks goodness I finished the collection a few days ago.
As a Padre fan it's a pleasure to watch him play baseball everyday. The guy can do it all. His bat has been on fire all season, his defense at 3B is some of the best I've ever seen, and even his base running is fantastic. On top of it all, he comes to play everyday and rarely misses a game.
On a side note, congratulations on finishing the collection. I don't know how you can have it done so quickly. It usually takes me a couple of months at least, but this year I seem further behind than most years. For me, it's been a little more difficult to make stubs in this years game. Nice work!
@ericulous1_psn said in Rizzo POTM?:
SDSU Pride. Ty France
Aztec for life!
I think Ty France is a good call. Keeping it in San Diego I think Hosmer is a possibility as well.
I appreciate you as well, Cliff! We've all learned from each other and that's what makes this community and our group so much fun to be a part of. Looking forward to being part of it for 22 as we are now 6 hours and 45 minutes away!
@ericulous1_psn said in Best team to NOT win WS?:
@deadphish1976 said in Best team to NOT win WS?:
@vipersneak_mlbts said in Best team to NOT win WS?:
1969 Cubs
1984 CubsI am biased.
I can certainly understand your pain as a Cubs fan in that 1984 season. As a Padre fan however, 1984 is one of my best sports memories of all time.
That 1998 team was pretty special too. Too bad they ran into the greatest team of all time in the WS. I still think if the ump doesn't blow that call against Langston, the Pads may have at least made it a 6 game series.
That 98 team was awesome to watch. Arguably better than the 84 team too. The 84 team was one of my earliest sports memories though so it has a special place in my heart. Garvey hitting that HR in game 4 to force a game 5, after the Cubs beat up on us pretty good in the first 2 games. Then, being at game 5 with my Dad as an 8 year old was an incredible experience. To this date I have yet to experience a louder crowd than when Garveys name was announced at the beginning of game 5. The crowd was electric that day and I'll never forget it. 98 was a ton of fun too though and you're right, unfortunately we had to play one of the greatest all time teams. That no call on strike 3 to Tito Martinez was tough. Couldn't agree more, Langston got him there and he goes on to hit a grand slam. Changed the complexion of the series. In all likelihood we wouldn't have beaten the Yankess regardless, they were that good but it may have not been so lopsided.
@vipersneak_mlbts said in Best team to NOT win WS?:
1969 Cubs
1984 CubsI am biased.
I can certainly understand your pain as a Cubs fan in that 1984 season. As a Padre fan however, 1984 is one of my best sports memories of all time.
@texas10pt_psn said in Finest Trea Turner:
So you need 50 wins? I'm better at RS than Events....guess I can see how much he will cost.
Wow, this card must REALLY be good if you're willing to go after a Dodger! Ha.
@ericulous1_psn said in Which stadiums would you like added?:
@deadphish1976 said in Which stadiums would you like added?:
The Murph!
Oh yeah. Not Qualcomm. The Murph!!!!
Most definitely! I would love to see The Murph in this game. Not sure it'll ever happened as Jack Murphy stadium is not well known or one of those stadiums with tons of history that was around for 100 years. As a lifelong Padre fan though I have tons of great memories as a kid going to the Murph and would love to see it in the game.
The Murph!
@icebergslim7669 said in Who Else Thinks The Lockout Is Going To Affect The Show '22?:
@jeezy-e_psn said in Who Else Thinks The Lockout Is Going To Affect The Show '22?:
@ladyswampfox_xbl said in Who Else Thinks The Lockout Is Going To Affect The Show '22?:
I’m worried. The last lockout was before my lifetime (feeling old yet?). What does this mean?? I want to watch my Tigers play in 2022.
The lockout in the words of Manfred “is to prevent what happened with the strike in ‘94, we owe the fans better than that”
Especially to those of us who were Expos fans, that strike was devastating.
Expos did get robbed that year, they had a great team. Also on the getting robbed list that year was Padre fans. Tony had a legitimate shot at .400 that year. Was hitting .394 at the time the season unfortunately ended, and he was on fire. He even said himself that he would've hit .400 and he was never one to say things like that. He was always the type that would go 3 for 4 in a game and say that he stunk afterwards when talking about it.
@ericulous1_psn said in Do you play the game with the sound on?:
@deadphish1976 said in Do you play the game with the sound on?:
@theclap_psn said in Do you play the game with the sound on?:
I personally mute it and listen to my records or listen to Grateful Dead and Phish shows while playing. I know sometimes you miss cues for defensive misplays and things of that nature, but the in-game sound effects and music just get so repetitive after awhile that I like to listen to my own stuff while I play.
Excellent choice of music to listen to while playing this game. I do the same. The only thing I miss with the sound down is the heads up when a runner is stealing against me. Other than that, I'll trade the repetitive music and commentary for some Dead and Phish anyday.
Sean....is that you? Just kidding, but I actually just did the same thing. My friend (Sean) took me to see Dead and Co. For the first time (his 30th or something crazy) in October and I was blown away. So I went and bought some old records: American Beauty, Shakedown Street, workingman's dead etc. And it is a great backdrop when playing the game. Though I will never grow tired of Matty V and DeRosa clowning on my swing when I'm off.
Rock n Roll and Baseball. The greatest duo since ketchup and mustard.
Haha....nope, not Sean, sorry. That's awesome though that you decided to go with your buddy to the Dead and Co. show! Even more awesome that it was your first time and you enjoyed yourself. We always have room for one more on the bus so welcome aboard! The Dead's studio albums are great listens, especially if you want to get familiar with some of their songs. That being said live Dead is where it's at. The studio albums don't do The Grateful Dead justice when it comes to the experience. If you have a chance to pick up some Dead shows that's the way to do it. I've got hundreds and hundreds myself and am always excited to give a new one a listen when I come across one.