2019 MLB Postseason

[Urban]

The most annoying are the hypocritical pitchers. Like Chris Archer. He celebrates quite a bit, which is fine, but gets upset anytime someone bat flips on him. Can't have it both ways.

 

[Derek]

I can at least understand, in the heat of the moment, opposing players and fans disliking a little showmanship because they're hurt about losing that individual match up, or even the game.

However, what I don't understand is the crowd that has no horse in the race, but will still be up in arms when a guy celebrates.

 

[AZ_]

I can at least understand, in the heat of the moment, opposing players and fans disliking a little showmanship because they're hurt about losing that individual match up, or even the game.

However, what I don't understand is the crowd that has no horse in the race, but will still be up in arms when a guy celebrates.

Because respect.

That's also why its good that we attempt to injure people by throwing at them.

I think? Its all unclear.

#Tradition

 

[Derek]

Because respect.

That's also why its good that we attempt to injure people by throwing at them.

I think? Its all unclear.

#Tradition

Personally, I think it's fun to watch athletes enjoy themselves, and celebrate accomplishments. Sports are supposed to be fun!

 

[Wulfgar1224]

This ALCS turned rather quickly. The Yankees stomped them in game 1 and game 2 went to extra innings. It looked to be a long series. Houston now looks poised to finish them off tonight and have Cole ready for game 1 of the WS

 

[Huber.]

Going to be tough to decided if I want my Astros or my Nationals to win now that my Yankees look doomed.

 

[Derek]

Thing is, this Yankees team is really great. Remind me a lot of the 95 Indians. Their starting pitching isn't that bad. Not great, they have no sure fire ace. Great bullpen, and great offense.

The Astros team is just historically great.

As good as this Yankee offense is, it doesn't sniff the '95 Indians.

Aaron Judge led the Yanks with a 141 wRC+ this year while the '95 Indians had Belle (173), Thome (158), and Ramirez (145) all better than that. Only offensive weak spot in '95 was Omar.


Pitching wise, they are very similar with the Indians having just a little more starting depth. A healthy Severino likely makes up that difference though, and probably even gives them the edge if he's ace-caliber as he has been in the past.

 

[Wulfgar1224]

Going to be tough to decided if I want my Astros or my Nationals to win now that my Yankees look doomed.

I will pull for the Nats since they’ve never won it. Houston will be very tough to beat though.

 

[MadThinker88]

Baseball players are the biggest snowflakes alive

im in shock anyone could side with McCann there. You’re probably a baseball player or something

I am a baseball fan but I haven't played in decades..

Carlos Gomez has a long history of being a fool/ knucklehead during games. Likes to admire items that are not homers & bring attention to himself.

I found a number of youtube videos of Gomez items... He had issues all over the place.
Now 1 or 2 items could be explained away but the number of items is too big to ignore..

 

[JDailey23]

Astros in 5, giving the Nats a little respect, but fully expect a Sweep.

 

[Urban]

Things would get really nutty if the Yankees were able to force a Game 7. Houston's Top 3 would be either not be available or pitching on dangerously short rest. I assume Brad Peacock would start that game for Houston, and he hasn't seen game action since 9/29

 

[Derek]

I wouldn't be so quick to write off the Nats.

Between Scherzer, Strasburg, and Corbin they absolutely have the starting pitching talent to win the whole thing.

It will likely come down to whether or not their offense, outside of Rendon (who should be recognized as a megastar), will be able to get anything going.

 

[NorthCoastBias]

outside of Rendon (who should be recognized as a megastar)

The first round of that 2011 draft class is absolutely bonkers.

 

[Marcus]

As good as this Yankee offense is, it doesn't sniff the '95 Indians.

Aaron Judge led the Yanks with a 141 wRC+ this year while the '95 Indians had Belle (173), Thome (158), and Ramirez (145) all better than that. Only offensive weak spot in '95 was Omar.


Pitching wise, they are very similar with the Indians having just a little more starting depth. A healthy Severino likely makes up that difference though, and probably even gives them the edge if he's ace-caliber as he has been in the past.

Get outta here with your advanced stats, nerd!

Also, when the Yankees lose, America wins. Hope the Astros seal the deal.

 

[The Oi]

#istandwithmccann