Series Thread: Clearly missing Texas, Rangers return home to catch some Rays 8/14-16

[romeo212000]

Beltre simply hasn't been himself this year.

 

[Justinkm83]

Tap the breaks on Mazara a bit. Gallo probably gets a look when josh gets hurt first. And don't forget Rua.

I haven't forgotten Rua, the Rangers have. He has hit like shit this year, but it's not all his fault. Mazara will get a chance next year at some point.

 

[WastinSomeTime]

I'm not getting it. Banny is gonna wear our two new pitchers out like he did kela.

Have your 8th inning set up man pitching an inning and a third of a blowout game.

 

[romeo212000]

I haven't forgotten Rua, the Rangers have. He has hit like shit this year, but it's not all his fault. Mazara will get a chance next year at some point.

Not saying you're wrong. Just saying Gallo and Rua probably should get look first.

 

[WastinSomeTime]

I haven't forgotten Rua, the Rangers have. He has hit like shit this year, but it's not all his fault. Mazara will get a chance next year at some point.

I think that depends on the health of the OFers otherwise he will finish at Round Rock.

 

[Nightcrawler]

Bullpen, yes. Not sure how you can bitch about his lineup moves.

I still think Odor should be in the 2 hole.

 

[WastinSomeTime]

Nap - for - me

 

[romeo212000]

I still think Odor should be in the 2 hole.

I'd tend to agree, but Choo is performing. The buttons Banny has been pushing on the lineup have been working. Hitting DDJ lead off, moving Choo depending on his performance, same with Odor, and moving Elvis out of the 2 spot among them.

 

[Nightcrawler]

I agree with DDJ and Elvis 100%. I also give Banny credit for realizing that Martin is severely lacking in the mental aspect of the game. I've never seen so many bad judgement throws from an outfielder and Martin seemed to always find himself in an 0-2 hole. The team clicks a lot better without the presence of Martin and Chirinos.

 

[romeo212000]

I agree with DDJ and Elvis 100%. I also give Banny credit for realizing that Martin is severely lacking in the mental aspect of the game. I've never seen so many bad judgement throws from an outfielder and Martin seemed to always find himself in an 0-2 hole. The team clicks a lot better without the presence of Martin and Chirinos.

Woah there, guy. I'm no doubt thrilled with the production we've gotten from Gimenez and Wilson, but they'll regress soon. Chirinos does a great job behind the plate and his OPS is about as much as you could expect from any catcher not named Posey. You're off base on that one.

 

[WastinSomeTime]

Going into tonight's game Choo was hitting .250 since being moved to the 2 hole and Odor and 3 hits the first game in the 7 spot then 2 then 1 and then 4 straight games going hitless. Both had lowered their averages after the All Star break compared to what they were doing when their spots in the order was reversed. It will work out from time to time but it was working better before.

 

[Justinkm83]

Hopefully Gallardo can go more than 5 tomorrow.

 

[romeo212000]

Going into tonight's game Choo was hitting .250 since being moved to the 2 hole and Odor and 3 hits the first game in the 7 spot then 2 then 1 and then 4 straight games going hitless. Both had lowered their averages after the All Star break compared to what they were doing when their spots in the order was reversed. It will work out from time to time but it was working better before.

Let's see how things look going forward. Banny has to manage personalities and egos on the clubhouse too.

 

[romeo212000]

Hopefully Gallardo can go more than 5 tomorrow.

No joke. Obviously still glad we traded for him, but damn son. We're in the race. Elevate your game.

 

[WastinSomeTime]

Hopefully Gallardo can go more than 5 tomorrow.

He actually did well after the 1st inning in his last start but you are right.

 

[Kelleyman]

Well played game all around minus a couple errors. Choo and Elvis coming around well. Beltre even gets a smash. And yes Colby piles on another win. We draw closer. Looking good and streaking at home and Hamels has not even gotten us a win. Dutch on the horizon. Getting production from our catchers. If our pitching tightens, we could make some noise. Keeping the faith

 

[romeo212000]

Well played game all around minus a couple errors. Choo and Elvis coming around well. Beltre even gets a smash. And yes Colby piles on another win. We draw closer. Looking good and streaking at home and Hamels has not even gotten us a win. Dutch on the horizon. Getting production from our catchers. If our pitching tightens, we could make some noise. Keeping the faith

Dutch coming back could be huge.

 

[romeo212000]

I still remember the first time archer pitched against Texas. I wanted him instantly.

 

[romeo212000]

Tell you what. Looking at Colby, I don't think I'd want to mess with that big barrel chested bastard.

 

[saddles]

Let's see where he ends the season. Truth is, if Texas is to be legitimate contenders next season, a Choo that returns to his career form would be a huge help.

If Choo comes anywhere near his old form I think that means means we should trade him while we can. I think it would be a mistake to wait until the next long slump and/or the next time he disrespects the manager and look to trade him then.