Game time: 7:05 pm
Scheduled starters: Roy Halladay (16-4, 3.12) v. The Mystery Pitcher...
For the record, at 3 pm the Sox website has David Wells (2-3, 4.98) as the scheduled starter for the Sox.
At 4:20 pm, the Sox website was changed to show Julian Tavarez (2-4, 4.71) as the starting pitcher for tonight's game.
Boston weather: 3 pm observation at KBOS: Wind variable at 7 mph, visibility 10 miles, broken clouds at 25,000 feet, temperature 72F, DP 48F
Forecast: It will be a cool evening, in the mid to upper 60s, with a light wind out of the north to northeast. We've had a layer of cirrus clouds over the area all day and it likely won't clear out tonight.
We'll keep a watch on TS Ernesto, which is off the South Carolina coast. The moisture from Ernesto will move up the coast in the next three days. A strong high over SE Canada may keep the heaviest rain west of eastern NE, but it is too early to determine the track of the tropical system.
EDIT: Add Tavarez as staring pitcher
Full Version: Toronto at BOSTON, Thursday, August 31, 2006
I'm heading to the Fens in a half hour (long ride, and lots of beer needed) Can't wait to see TBA. I've heard a lot about this kid and I htink he's a hell of a pitcher. Go TBA!
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I'm heading to the Fens in a half hour (long ride, and lots of beer needed) Can't wait to see TBA. I've heard a lot about this kid and I htink he's a hell of a pitcher. Go TBA!
TBA is actually just a code.
The "T" stands for "Mr. T"
"BA" is of course BA Baracus, Mr. T's character on the A-Team.
They just haven't outright said, "Mr. T will be on the mound for the Red Sox tonight," because then Toronto would probably just forfeit, and the Sox would lose out on all the concessions revenue.
FWIW - EEI reported that Tavarez is starting and Wells' locker is empty...
I heard the same report on WBZ, but there's no confirmation.
This is from Nick Cafardo:
As of about 3 p.m., the Padres and Dodgers were still formulating final offers for David Wells.
This is from Nick Cafardo:
As of about 3 p.m., the Padres and Dodgers were still formulating final offers for David Wells.
Thanks, Boomer. We'll always have, uh. . .oh, forget it. Enjoy your last box of Dunkin Donuts. And send Jon Lester good vibes.
TS Ernesto is supposed to hit my area tonight. I would love for something positive to happen to this team before the 8 inches of predicted rain make my neighborhood look like Lake Huron. Here's hoping the power doesn't go out.
TS Ernesto is supposed to hit my area tonight. I would love for something positive to happen to this team before the 8 inches of predicted rain make my neighborhood look like Lake Huron. Here's hoping the power doesn't go out.
Shorty,
Hopefully it won't be to bad. I just got a bit of light rain, but it is strengthening today back over open water.
Good bye Wells and I appreciate your efforts this month. Despite the final results it could be the best thing you have done for the Sox since coming here.
Hopefully it won't be to bad. I just got a bit of light rain, but it is strengthening today back over open water.
Good bye Wells and I appreciate your efforts this month. Despite the final results it could be the best thing you have done for the Sox since coming here.
Wells scratched
By Fluto Shinzawa, Globe Staff
David Wells has been scratched from tonight’s start against the Blue Jays at Fenway Park, replaced by reliever Julian Tavarez.
However, according to Terry Francona, Wells has not yet been traded.
Posted By: shinzawa | Time: 04:14:19 PM
By Fluto Shinzawa, Globe Staff
David Wells has been scratched from tonight’s start against the Blue Jays at Fenway Park, replaced by reliever Julian Tavarez.
However, according to Terry Francona, Wells has not yet been traded.
Posted By: shinzawa | Time: 04:14:19 PM
The Sox just changed the website to show Tavarez (2-4, 4.71) as the starting pitcher...
QUOTE(RedSoxAnni @ Aug 31 2006, 01:21 PM) [snapback]582145[/snapback]
The Sox just changed the website to show Tavarez as the starting pitcher...
Not quite the Mr. T I had in mind...
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Not quite the Mr. T I had in mind...
True, but still as with Mr. T, I pity the fool who makes Tavarez angry.
The funniest thing just happened! I read Anni's update on the identity of tonight's SP...and then proceeded to ferociously vomit all over my desk at work! Hah-ha!
In a related story, Jack Daniels's stock rallied before the market closed today to a price of $678 per share.
In a related story, Jack Daniels's stock rallied before the market closed today to a price of $678 per share.
QUOTE(rominer @ Aug 31 2006, 04:28 PM) [snapback]582153[/snapback]
Not quite the Mr. T I had in mind...
Well, he does have a bad attitude...
Julian Tavarez eh?
I dunno if Julian Tavarez is Spanish for White Flag but thats my guess
I dunno if Julian Tavarez is Spanish for White Flag but thats my guess
There was a story in this morning's Globe about the price of Sox tickets and the current slide... I think the stock at 1-800-myseats just went down another 100 points!
QUOTE(RedSoxAnni @ Aug 31 2006, 01:46 PM) [snapback]582165[/snapback]
There was a story in this morning's Globe about the price of Sox tickets and the current slide... I think the stock at 1-800-myseats just went down another 100 points!
Is that the one with the annoying commercial with the "Leave It To Beaver" look and the horrible voice actors? "Gee, mister. What's a telephone?" or whatever?
Because if that's 1-800-MYSEATS, then I hope their stock drops to zero.
Dylan's "Death is Not the End" is in my head for some reason...
"When you're sad and when you're lonely and you haven't got a friend
Just remember that death is not the end
And all that you've held sacred, falls down and does not mend
Just remember that death is not the end
Not the end, not the end
Just remember that death is not the end
When you're standing at the crossroads that you cannot comprehend
Just remember that death is not the end
And all your dreams have vanished and you don't know what's up the bend
Just remember that death is not the end
Not the end, not the end
Just remember that death is not the end
When the storm clouds gather 'round you, and heavy rains descend
Just remember that death is not the end
And there's no one there to comfort you, with a helpin' hand to lend
Just remember that death is not the end
Not the end, not the end
Just remember that death is not the end
Oh, the tree of life is growing
Where the spirit never dies
And the bright light of salvation shines
In dark and empty skies
When the cities are on fire with the burning flesh of men
Just remember that death is not the end
And you search in vain to find just one law abiding citizen
Just remember that death is not the end
Not the end, not the end
Just remember that death is not the end"
"When you're sad and when you're lonely and you haven't got a friend
Just remember that death is not the end
And all that you've held sacred, falls down and does not mend
Just remember that death is not the end
Not the end, not the end
Just remember that death is not the end
When you're standing at the crossroads that you cannot comprehend
Just remember that death is not the end
And all your dreams have vanished and you don't know what's up the bend
Just remember that death is not the end
Not the end, not the end
Just remember that death is not the end
When the storm clouds gather 'round you, and heavy rains descend
Just remember that death is not the end
And there's no one there to comfort you, with a helpin' hand to lend
Just remember that death is not the end
Not the end, not the end
Just remember that death is not the end
Oh, the tree of life is growing
Where the spirit never dies
And the bright light of salvation shines
In dark and empty skies
When the cities are on fire with the burning flesh of men
Just remember that death is not the end
And you search in vain to find just one law abiding citizen
Just remember that death is not the end
Not the end, not the end
Just remember that death is not the end"
The discussion in the Wells thread suggests that maybe DiNardo will actually make this start. He can't be added to the roster until Wells is traded. Tavarez is just a ringer to make sure the Blue Jays all go out and have a few beers at dinner...
Well...if they dont consumate the deal within the next hour or so....its gonna be Tavarez, so its no 100% guarantee that deal is done by gametime
QUOTE(Wilhemus Remmerswaal @ Aug 31 2006, 01:58 PM) [snapback]582182[/snapback]
Dylan's "Death is Not the End" is in my head for some reason...
Maybe it's because Dylan pretty much looks like Julian Tavarez at this point in his life.
QUOTE(RedSoxAnni @ Aug 31 2006, 05:01 PM) [snapback]582185[/snapback]
The discussion in the Wells thread suggests that maybe DiNardo will actually make this start. He can't be added to the roster until Wells is traded. Tavarez is just a ringer to make sure the Blue Jays all go out and have a few beers at dinner...
...smoke a joint, do a few lines, and still put up 7 in the first.
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Maybe it's because Dylan pretty much looks like Julian Tavarez at this point in his life.
Ya think?
QUOTE(mascho @ Aug 31 2006, 02:09 PM) [snapback]582196[/snapback]
...smoke a joint, do a few lines, and still put up 7 in the first.
Hey, it worked for the '86 Mets, didn't it?
Any news on when Manny would be back? We got Ortiz and Pena soon but Manny ?
I read on ESPN that Tavarez was starting and let out a sickening audible scream. I am not kidding. I live alone, yet I still screamed.
Why is everyone so upset about Tavarez? DiNardo sucks, and he sucks hard against Toronto especially. At least Tavarez pitches well once in a blue moon and isn't coming off a never-ending DL trip. Plus there's always the exciting possibility that he'll actually start a riot.
I prefer him to DiNardo.
I prefer him to DiNardo.
It's Kaplers 31st birthday today maybe he'll get a hit?
CODE
Toronto Boston
------- ------
Pos Player HR RBI AVG. Pos Player HR RBI AVG.
--- ------ -- --- ---- --- ------ -- --- ----
LF Johnson, Reed 11 41 .329 CF Crisp, Coco 7 28 .260
DH Catalanotto, Frank 7 52 .316 SS Cora, Alex 0 14 .257
CF Wells, Vernon 30 90 .319 DH Loretta, Mark 4 51 .299
3B Glaus, Troy 34 93 .257 LF Youkilis, Kevin 13 65 .288
1B Overbay, Lyle 19 78 .308 3B Lowell, Mike 15 62 .288
C Zaun, Gregg 9 30 .270 RF Hinske, Eric 0 2 .258
RF Rios, Alex 16 66 .290 C Lopez, Javy 8 35 .257
2B Hill, Aaron 2 38 .284 1B Pena, Carlos 0 0 .200
SS McDonald, John 3 17 .220 2B Pedroia, Dustin 0 1 .138
P Halladay, Roy (16-4, 3.12) P Tavarez, Julian (2-4, 4.71)
------- ------
Pos Player HR RBI AVG. Pos Player HR RBI AVG.
--- ------ -- --- ---- --- ------ -- --- ----
LF Johnson, Reed 11 41 .329 CF Crisp, Coco 7 28 .260
DH Catalanotto, Frank 7 52 .316 SS Cora, Alex 0 14 .257
CF Wells, Vernon 30 90 .319 DH Loretta, Mark 4 51 .299
3B Glaus, Troy 34 93 .257 LF Youkilis, Kevin 13 65 .288
1B Overbay, Lyle 19 78 .308 3B Lowell, Mike 15 62 .288
C Zaun, Gregg 9 30 .270 RF Hinske, Eric 0 2 .258
RF Rios, Alex 16 66 .290 C Lopez, Javy 8 35 .257
2B Hill, Aaron 2 38 .284 1B Pena, Carlos 0 0 .200
SS McDonald, John 3 17 .220 2B Pedroia, Dustin 0 1 .138
P Halladay, Roy (16-4, 3.12) P Tavarez, Julian (2-4, 4.71)
Well, it's 6:30 and the lineup still has Tavarez pitching, but they did change it at 6:55 the other night.
When did Wendi Nix go to ESPN.....shes soooooo hot
Someone just posted on the Wells thread that the Dodgers sent LaRoche PLUS ANOTHER PROSPECT for Wells.
ANYONE CONFIRM THIS?
ANYONE CONFIRM THIS?
The announcement at Fenway right before the game was that David Wells has been Designated for Assignment and Lenny DiNardo was activated.
Tavarez is still the starter.
Tavarez is still the starter.
Oh, the irony that Guccione's behind the plate tonight.
Man I wish I could get the NESN feed - stuck with the Cdn feed up here. Just thinking Remy would keep the audience a bit better informed regarding the Wells trade
WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
Legit WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
Legit WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
hey a dp, things are looking up
Nice, that helps bail out Julian for acting like he hasn't been asked to cover first base since he was 7 years old..... 
QUOTE(chrisgeleven @ Aug 31 2006, 06:37 PM) [snapback]582251[/snapback]
Someone just posted on the Wells thread that the Dodgers sent LaRoche PLUS ANOTHER PROSPECT for Wells.
ANYONE CONFIRM THIS?
No way. That can't be true. I'm still hearing Padres. I think the LaRoche rumor was just Buster Olney playing games.
At least Tavarez kept Wells in the park
QUOTE(Ralpho316 @ Aug 31 2006, 08:16 PM) [snapback]582300[/snapback]
At least Tavarez kept Wells in the park
he's doing a lot better than I though he would, but then again we are only through 1 inning of work
halladay didn't have a chance on that one
Lowell!!! 3 run HR.
HOLY CRAP WE SCORED 3 RUNS!
3-0 just like that
Tavarez can hold em
Tavarez can hold em
Wow the Sox break out of their funk the day I start Roy Halladay...dammmmmmnit
Can someone remind me what the rule is regarding a batted ball that leaves the field of play in fair territory?
whoa, Tavarez is being efficient, what is going on here?
Kapler-esque.
Coco for Gold Glove LOLZ!
that was quite close, a bit too close
I read in the Boston Globe that some seats that used to sell for 150 are now down to 45. If anyone wants to go to Fenway and sit in some seats for much less while watching a team full of third string players lose...it's a pretty good deal just for the experience of being so close for not very much.
where's DiNardo?
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