Nobody asks me, but: The Dancing Bot was brought to CTPG as a treat after 4 consecutive wins in a row. Later it changed to 3 in a row wins, but still remained a treat to the site. Overuse will water down the fact of the Robo Dancing Bot as being fun and special. There is naturally there are no rules on this event occurrence, but we do believe even tongue in cheek in trAdition as you all are aware. There is one rule that Gif’s do not show up during games, so there is that.
Not trying to step on your lawn gpa. There actually isn’t a rule against meme/GIF use in gamethreads. We don’t get the traffic we once did/hoped for but it says the mastheads can change that policy if it slows down the site. So they’re allowed.
As far as the robot itself, honestly who cares? Since the site started we have win totals of 73, 73, & 77. If you want to go back to the old shops win totals, doesn’t fair much better.
I like your opinions and having opinions of said opinions is also in the CtPG bylaws. It’s ST, we’ve had gamethreads posted at 6am, at the wrong park, etc. Let’s have some fun this year, if you’re not, come back when you can (also in bylaws). Clearly whatever “we’ve” been doing hasn’t been working for the team and I don’t think I’ve ever seen a consensus opinion about anything (is the earth round? Is the sky blue? I bet there are those here who beg to differ)
Too Long, Didn’t Read (TL:DR)… still love you, maybe let’s get a new winning game streak GIF because LAMFO clearly hasn’t worked? Not saying it’s not fun/beloved.
I think the 3 Wins in a row unwritten rule will generally remain in place, but like your best bourbon, you can pull it out for special occasions. It’s been a loooong offseason and a little fun can be….. fun.
Maybe this has been brought up and I missed it but, does anyone know why Rendon is batting without an elbow protector? I saw an ad while watching the game yesterday with Rendon in it and in the ad he was wearing one. But yesterday and today’s games, he is not wearing one. And he was beaned yesterday in the left elbow. This does not make sense to me…
Imma take what I can get this year, anything below 73 wins and I’ll take some ownership of ‘bad juju’ even though here at gatekeeping the pearly gates calling out of jinx is more of jinx itself (apparently, per site rules and regs). If someone requests a meme/GIF, I’m going to have lerch response
Isn’t Marte like 43rd on the reliever depth chart now? If that guy sees any meaningful major League Action this year you know we’re in deep shit trouble.
The long backside of his swing has always been an issue with him IMHO but he’s quick enough to make it work if he consistently shortens things up. Lots of guys seem to do this in spring and then go right back to what they’ve always done when the season starts. I’m hoping he’s still humble enough see that it needs fixing otherwise we could see him wearing another uniform soon.
Drew Pomeranz – him throwing an inning in 4 games/week looks like it could be a thing. when everyone talks about our great bullpen, he’s not included, but could be.
Is there anybody on here using Starlink? We live rurally and paying Spectrum full pop at $110 a month for internet when we only had sevices for two weeks in February is motivating me to look elsewhere. Wondering about real world experiences with Starlink.
“That was a big, big, big, big confidence for me,” Silseth said. “When you pitch against one good team, you build confidence for the next good team. And I showed I could do it when I just stayed within myself, not trying to blow it out. My stuff is good enough to get people out in the zone. Just have to get ahead in the count to get to all my nasty stuff.”
Mostly Florence and Cinque Terre to start but will be leaving some open dates. Venice, Rome, Bologna and the hill towns most likely but we drove too much in Ireland last year so we don’t want that again. Might grab a car for a day or two but plan on utilizing rail for day or overnight trips.
Nobody asks me, but: The Dancing Bot was brought to CTPG as a treat after 4 consecutive wins in a row. Later it changed to 3 in a row wins, but still remained a treat to the site. Overuse will water down the fact of the Robo Dancing Bot as being fun and special. There is naturally there are no rules on this event occurrence, but we do believe even tongue in cheek in trAdition as you all are aware. There is one rule that Gif’s do not show up during games, so there is that.
Not trying to step on your lawn gpa. There actually isn’t a rule against meme/GIF use in gamethreads. We don’t get the traffic we once did/hoped for but it says the mastheads can change that policy if it slows down the site. So they’re allowed.
As far as the robot itself, honestly who cares? Since the site started we have win totals of 73, 73, & 77. If you want to go back to the old shops win totals, doesn’t fair much better.
I like your opinions and having opinions of said opinions is also in the CtPG bylaws. It’s ST, we’ve had gamethreads posted at 6am, at the wrong park, etc. Let’s have some fun this year, if you’re not, come back when you can (also in bylaws). Clearly whatever “we’ve” been doing hasn’t been working for the team and I don’t think I’ve ever seen a consensus opinion about anything (is the earth round? Is the sky blue? I bet there are those here who beg to differ)
Too Long, Didn’t Read (TL:DR)… still love you, maybe let’s get a new winning game streak GIF because LAMFO clearly hasn’t worked? Not saying it’s not fun/beloved.
I think the 3 Wins in a row unwritten rule will generally remain in place, but like your best bourbon, you can pull it out for special occasions. It’s been a loooong offseason and a little fun can be….. fun.
First week of Spring wrapped up and pretty much all the starting pitchers have gotten one start.
Each week from here the starters will go a little deeper and add in a truer pitch mix.
For pretty much all fastball week the young guys did very well, particularly Neto. Hopefully that continues as the games get more and more realistic.
Detmers Tomorrow?
Maybe this has been brought up and I missed it but, does anyone know why Rendon is batting without an elbow protector? I saw an ad while watching the game yesterday with Rendon in it and in the ad he was wearing one. But yesterday and today’s games, he is not wearing one. And he was beaned yesterday in the left elbow. This does not make sense to me…
An in game injury plays out much better than one using the can opener at home 🤷🏼♂️
Was Trout’s double a rope or was it an off the bat blooper that he legged out?
What was he missing on during his K at bat?
Rendon is…..looking good? (Ducks as daggers and vitriol is launched at me)
It was a solid hit to the alley. A clear stand up double off the bat.
Nice. Saw it on the team website a minutes ago. Vintage Trout swing at something low in the zone.
Shufflebot with our 3rd ST ‘W’ ???
Robot needs to not skip leg day… hope he gets plenty of use this year!
Robot is also in Spring Training. He’ll be ready for opening day.
Robot not supposed to be seen without 3 regular season wins. Bad juju
Imma take what I can get this year, anything below 73 wins and I’ll take some ownership of ‘bad juju’ even though here at gatekeeping the pearly gates calling out of jinx is more of jinx itself (apparently, per site rules and regs). If someone requests a meme/GIF, I’m going to have lerch response
Didn’t that dude pitch for us just a couple of years ago?
Maybe it’s time to rewrite those archaic Shufflebot rules since our JuJu really cant get any badder.
But was it even 3 wins in a row today?
No one said in a row. We reached 3 ST wins TOTAL. Dust off the cobwebs, have some fun (you might like it).
Fun is the opiate of the masses. . 😎
Didn’t they lose yesterday?
Only if you continued watching after top 2nd 😉
The Angels always winning “is my own personal truth” and you can’t take that from me !!!
I said “3 ST Wins”. The words “in a row” are no where to be found.
I confused “ST” for “straight”. As is 3 straight wins.
Camden Minacci – 2026 Closer
Thats unpossible since Minacci was one those recent Stoopid Perry late round draftees
Cactus lighting time
Gee, Marte. Don’t do this
Isn’t Marte like 43rd on the reliever depth chart now? If that guy sees any meaningful major League Action this year you know we’re in deep shit trouble.
Perhaps it is Spring Hopium but Cacares and Zuniga provide minor league upside we haven’t had in a while.
I would not be surprised if one or both have good MLB stints this year.
Note: the bullpen is full of one year guys who can be traded at the deadline.
Much shorter swing for Adell. That looked like a breaking pitch, too.
Supposedly did away with the leg kick.
Yes. Shorter backswing and just a slight raise of the front foot. Both are a lot quicker than in years past.
He’s so strong he should still be able to hit for some power, particularly doubles, if he makes contact even with a shorter swing.
The long backside of his swing has always been an issue with him IMHO but he’s quick enough to make it work if he consistently shortens things up. Lots of guys seem to do this in spring and then go right back to what they’ve always done when the season starts. I’m hoping he’s still humble enough see that it needs fixing otherwise we could see him wearing another uniform soon.
Drew Pomeranz – him throwing an inning in 4 games/week looks like it could be a thing. when everyone talks about our great bullpen, he’s not included, but could be.
I’m encouraged by some of our draftees in the pen, too
Totally off topic but…
Is there anybody on here using Starlink? We live rurally and paying Spectrum full pop at $110 a month for internet when we only had sevices for two weeks in February is motivating me to look elsewhere. Wondering about real world experiences with Starlink.
Sorry, no experience there. My parents have a cabin up in the mountains and they get their TV and internet through Dish.
No Snell and Bauer presser yet?
Are they a couple now? Wouldn’t be surprised with Bauer but Blake’s baby momma girlfriend Haeley will likely be disappointed.
Snell definitely has a Placentia white trash look to him, doesn’t he?
We dont need either. We have a new starter now in Andrew Waaaaaantz.
Not to mention the Almighty Sleestack !!!
“That was a big, big, big, big confidence for me,” Silseth said. “When you pitch against one good team, you build confidence for the next good team. And I showed I could do it when I just stayed within myself, not trying to blow it out. My stuff is good enough to get people out in the zone. Just have to get ahead in the count to get to all my nasty stuff.”
I waaaantz to see moar sleenastaaaayyy
Trout – finally.
Encouraging to see
Hi Pedro, how are ya doing?
Good! Healthy and headed to Italy to celebrate my brides 60th. How about you?
Wow, how cool! Glad you’re healthy.
All good here, too.
Sorry to intrude, but Italy is probably my favorite country to visit. Always fun. Where are you guys going?
Mostly Florence and Cinque Terre to start but will be leaving some open dates. Venice, Rome, Bologna and the hill towns most likely but we drove too much in Ireland last year so we don’t want that again. Might grab a car for a day or two but plan on utilizing rail for day or overnight trips.
And came around to score! Kids were stoked listening to it on AM830 driving home!! I am too
Neto is putting up serious competition for new era Halo merch along with O’Hoppe
Just keep him in the 9 hole for the foreseeable, even if he’s raking.
Trout is 1 for 1….K’s
MVP – MVP – MVP LOL
Shut Neto down until the freeway series.
Neto: still good
Sandy my pick to finally make a big jump.