Rangers to Take on Mariners in Seattle 4-20/21/22

[romeo212000]

Hung out at deep Ellum last time I was down there. Cool place. Kicked it at a place called Dot’s. That tapas place looks cool.

 

[Kelleyman]

Then donaldson gave you a lot that is in that area in Mia's, Nonna's, Javier's, and most others except Chamberlain's. I would like to know what you think of Pecan Lodge if you go. That is down by Deep Ellum. Also down there is Angry Dog (you may really enjoy this place) and Cane Rosso.

Wastin added a couple of favs Love Angry Dog for lunch and Canne Rosse also White Rock location. But If you want to take wife out on date try Terillis off lower Greenville. Rooftop view of city, mood setter. Of course for easy good take in take out food I am a Torchys fan. Other good late night spots in Welch village near HP.

You probably like what my son and daughters like. I get down there with them Lots of good food and atmosphere One for free, Gloria's off lake in Rockwall on Thursday if here in May. Live music is nice. They do the same at Arboretum

 

[donaldson79]

If your going to pecan lodge, you need to check out the hours. Only open til 3pm during the week and 10pm on Fri and Sat. You have to get there early. They usually sell out pretty quick because it's so good.

I haven't been in over a year, but the last time I went, I got there about 10 in the morning and was 2nd in line. I know this sounds like a little much, but honestly, it's kind of fun to stand there in line, meet some new friends, see who's wearing what team's hat, shoot-the-breeze, then enjoy some fine food.

Their brisket, fatty, is wonderful IMO.

If you're going to be in the SMU area, then Campisi's Italian is close and it's somewhat of an institution, and Truluck's Seafood is on Maple, and it's fantastic. But TL is very pricey. If you have a cocktail, bottle of wine and enjoy yourselves, you're looking at $100 each easy.

 

[donaldson79]

PS to romeo.......Thanks for diverting us from our daily misery which is known as this years Texas Rangers.

 

[DT LUNA]

What ever happened to the "Blue Plate Special" and "The Greasy Spoon"?

 

[donaldson79]

Scary bad number: The Rangers began Wednesday at -14 in defensive runs saved, according to fangraphs.com, which essentially means they've allowed 14 runs more than they should have due to subpar defense. It was the worst in the major leagues by four runs. This team is geared to pitch towards contact, which means it relies on the defense to make plays behind it. The poor defensive showing will only further exacerbate the pitching staff's weaknesses.

 

[Duane1952]

Scary bad number: The Rangers began Wednesday at -14 in defensive runs saved, according to fangraphs.com, which essentially means they've allowed 14 runs more than they should have due to subpar defense. It was the worst in the major leagues by four runs. This team is geared to pitch towards contact, which means it relies on the defense to make plays behind it. The poor defensive showing will only further exacerbate the pitching staff's weaknesses.

knew going in the defense was going to bad, especially in the outfield.

 

[BULLPEN FAILURE]

former Rangers great Mitch Moreland is having a good season so far with the Red Sox. They look unstoppable right now.

 

[DT LUNA]

former Rangers great Mitch Moreland is having a good season so far with the Red Sox. They look unstoppable right now.

Good to see Mitch doing well. Always liked him.

 

[WastinSomeTime]

former Rangers great Mitch Moreland is having a good season so far with the Red Sox. They look unstoppable right now.

He started bad and was pretty much on the bench and Hanley Ramirez was playing 1st. But they started playing him and he has had 9 hits in his last 4 full games that he has played in. Glad for him too as he is a good guy.

 

[saddles]

Over the second set of 10 games we were 3-7. I think in most sets of 10 games we will do better than that, but not much better though. This team may struggle to get out of the low 70s in the win column this year.

 

[saddles]

 

[Kelleyman]

For those intersted in Brinson progress

 

[Kelleyman]

As expected

 

[saddles]

"Texas has officially signed Cuban OF Julio Pablo Martinez. Both Baseball America and MLB.com deem him Texas's third-best prospect (behind Willie Calhoun and Leody Taveras). BA places him 60th overall, MLB.com 70th. He turned 22 last month." - Scott Lucas

 

[Duane1952]

Any idea what level of the minors that Martinez will start off at.

 

[Nightcrawler]

It’s pretty sad, but lately as a fan I’ve been reduced to

As long as anyone but the warriors wins the NBA finals this year, I’m good with it.

As long as anyone but the astros wins the World Series this year, I’m good with it.



Last year really sucked.

Teams I hate won championships. Philadelphia Eagles, Houston Astros, and golden state.

 

[DT LUNA]

It’s pretty sad, but lately as a fan I’ve been reduced to

As long as anyone but the warriors wins the NBA finals this year, I’m good with it.

As long as anyone but the astros wins the World Series this year, I’m good with it.



Last year really sucked.

Teams I hate won championships. Philadelphia Eagles, Houston Astros, and golden state.

You forgot tennis and golf

 

[saddles]

Any idea what level of the minors that Martinez will start off at.

I have heard either High A or AA. I am not sure how long it will be before he is ready to start playing since he hasn't played in a while. Taveras is at Down East right now so Martinez may be headed to Frisco.

 

[saddles]

It’s pretty sad, but lately as a fan I’ve been reduced to

As long as anyone but the warriors wins the NBA finals this year, I’m good with it.

As long as anyone but the astros wins the World Series this year, I’m good with it.



Last year really sucked.

Teams I hate won championships. Philadelphia Eagles, Houston Astros, and golden state.

My problem is that I have so many teams in football that I hate that I am very rarely happy, especially since New England is one of the ones I hate. I don't have that problem with baseball as much.