Series Thread: Rematch of 2010 WS, Rangers host Giants 7/31-8/2

[donaldson79]

Catching up here...

JD brought in a starter and 2 bullpen arms. Might've paid extra but teams knew our situation and it's the nature of the business. Sounds like Diekman did pretty good tonight (didn't get to watch).

Bumgarner is a known bitch about "getting shown up." Sounds like Beltre let him know that shit doesn't fly in Texas.

It looked like AB kept asking, "what's the problem?" And he wasn't backing up, nor anxious to leave the field either.

As far as the Telis move, I certainly don't get it. But obviously the FO/scouting system thought very little of him.

 

[donaldson79]

Six-scout consensus: Cole Hamels is a No. 2 starter, not an ace; why he should throw more curveballs | | Dallas Morning News

Seems like a pretty good take on it all really.

And if he is "only" a strong # 2, I think we still would make this deal, and be happy with it too.

 

[WastinSomeTime]

Harold Reynolds said we kept Sardinas in the Hamels deal yesterday.

Plesac can crack me up but I am not sure how someone like Reynolds is even hired for anything related to baseball analysis or talk.

 

[WastinSomeTime]

Sounds like they are going to do their best to keep him from pitching much this year and then have him come to ST stronger and ready to go. Or it least that seems to be the plan.

I really think he was a throw in and is about done. And in order for the Phillies to get Williams, Alfaro, Thompson and company they had to take him. If they are going for a youth movement why else would they take Harrison as part of the deal. It was if you want these top prospects you are also taking something else off of our hands.

 

[WastinSomeTime]

Good reports on Gallo, Mazara, Trevino and Beras.

Texas Rangers minor-league report: Joey Gallo hits two home runs | | Dallas Morning News

 

[Kelleyman]

Re relievers picked up. We need guys that throw the heat and strike guys out. They are controllable. Yes we do have a long term gap at catcher. Stopgaps in place. Hope we find someone for our future. Rangers making a run. Getting it done ugly at times

 

[Kelleyman]

Re Hamels trade. Tonight to give up so much. Alfaro still a project but with great topside. Nick and JT hD good shot at making impact. Types of guys who help you get to playoffs Hamels though is a guy that helps you over the top to win WS games. I can live with that. For now

 

[DT LUNA]

Re Hamels trade. Tonight to give up so much. Alfaro still a project but with great topside. Nick and JT hD good shot at making impact. Types of guys who help you get to playoffs Hamels though is a guy that helps you over the top to win WS games. I can live with that. For now

It will be awhile before we know what we gave up. We do know what we got in return for 3 or 4 years and that is something I can live with.

 

[Bmurph]

Angels SP C.J. Wilson to have surgery, may be out for year

An orthopedic surgeon has concluded that arthritis is a bigger issue than elbow inflammation for shelved Angels starter C.J. Wilson.

The result is that Wilson has announced he is destined for surgery and could be out for the season, per the Orange County Register.

Wilson was placed on the disabled list Friday after a terrible performance Tuesday. If he is indeed done, he will finish the year 8-8 with a 3.89 ERA.

Tough for old Ceej, I don't like to see this type stuff even for a guy like him

 

[Bmurph]

Didn't take long for Mark Lowe to take a loss for the BJ's

 

[Bmurph]

Tonight's Lineup

CF
D. DeShields Jr. (R)
2B
Rougned Odor (L)
DH
Prince Fielder (L)
3B
Adrian Beltre (R)
1B
Mitch Moreland (L)
LF
Josh Hamilton (L)
RF
Shin-Soo Choo (L)
SS
Elvis Andrus (R)
C
Bobby Wilson (R)

Hamels vs. Heston

Bobby Wilson?

 

[Bmurph]

Rangers acquire C Bobby Wilson

The Rangers have announced that they have acquired catcher Bobby Wilson on a waiver claim from Tampa Bay and placed veteran pitcher Ross Ohlendorf on waivers.

Wilson has just eight hits in 55 at-bats this season. Ohlendorf has pitched in eight games this season and compiled a 3.52 ERA.

Doesn't look like we should expect much offense from Bobby

 

[DT LUNA]

Tonight's Lineup

CF
D. DeShields Jr. (R)
2B
Rougned Odor (L)
DH
Prince Fielder (L)
3B
Adrian Beltre (R)
1B
Mitch Moreland (L)
LF
Josh Hamilton (L)
RF
Shin-Soo Choo (L)
SS
Elvis Andrus (R)
C
Bobby Wilson (R)

Hamels vs. Heston

Bobby Wilson?

Wilson is a mystery to me. Liked last night line up better. Now lets get some runs and help Hamels get his 1st win as a Ranger

 

[DT LUNA]

Rangers acquire C Bobby Wilson

The Rangers have announced that they have acquired catcher Bobby Wilson on a waiver claim from Tampa Bay and placed veteran pitcher Ross Ohlendorf on waivers.

Wilson has just eight hits in 55 at-bats this season. Ohlendorf has pitched in eight games this season and compiled a 3.52 ERA.

Doesn't look like we should expect much offense from Bobby

What's going on with Chirinos? He didn't catch last night.

 

[romeo212000]

I don't get the Wilson deal at all.

 

[DT LUNA]

I don't get the Wilson deal at all.

You're not alone.

 

[saddles]

I really think he was a throw in and is about done. And in order for the Phillies to get Williams, Alfaro, Thompson and company they had to take him. If they are going for a youth movement why else would they take Harrison as part of the deal. It was if you want these top prospects you are also taking something else off of our hands.

I think so as well, but I also think they hope he can return to form. They have nothing to lose by waiting to see if he can regain some strength the way Romeo mentioned the other day.

I do think we gave up a prime prospect just so we wouldn't have to pay Harrison. In other words one of those prospects was more or less sold for the price of the money that we owe Matt. The current budget is still such a big concern to this team that the front office was willing to sell a prospect.

 

[DT LUNA]

I think so as well, but I also think they hope he can return to form. They have nothing to lose by waiting to see if he can regain some strength the way Romeo mentioned the other day.

I do think we gave up a prime prospect just so we wouldn't have to pay Harrison. In other words one of those prospects was more or less sold for the price of the money that we owe Matt. The current budget is still such a big concern to this team that the front office was willing to sell a prospect.

I don't see Harry sticking around much longer before retiring.

 

[EdtheRanger55]

Rangers option Kela, place Chirinos on DL
The Rangers optioned reliever Keone Kela to Double-A Frisco and placed catcher Robinson Chirinos on the 15-day disabled list with a strained left shoulder on Saturday.

The moves clear roster space for new acquisitions Cole Hamels and Sam Dyson. Bobby Wilson will start at catcher Saturday.

 

[Duane1952]

I don't get the Wilson deal at all.

Me either. Wonder how long they carry three catchers.