April 30, 200818 yr What are Gregg's numbers when pitching in tied games or only a one run differential? Seems like he has been struggling more than I would like this season whenever I watch him pitch. That low ERA is deceiving. we're 6-3 in 1 run games, and Gregg is 3-1 now ... 4/5 in save opps. (should be 5/5, but Hanley made an error for him, which resulted in 2 unearned runs). Gregg has struggled sometimes (early on in the year) finding the strike zone, but he's been probably Top 10 so far this year, as far as closers go. ...heck in the Milwaukee series alone, he threw 2 shutout innings and got the win Friday, and got a 1 run save on Sunday. He's just not the "1, 2, 3 inning" type of closer. I'll say. His ERA for 0-1 run games is a decent 2.57 while his WHIP is about 1.57. He certainly has been struggling a bit in those situations but I guess he is still getting the job done for the most part.
April 30, 200818 yr What are Gregg's numbers when pitching in tied games or only a one run differential? Seems like he has been struggling more than I would like this season whenever I watch him pitch. That low ERA is deceiving. we're 6-3 in 1 run games, and Gregg is 3-1 now ... 4/5 in save opps. (should be 5/5, but Hanley made an error for him, which resulted in 2 unearned runs). Gregg has struggled sometimes (early on in the year) finding the strike zone, but he's been probably Top 10 so far this year, as far as closers go. ...heck in the Milwaukee series alone, he threw 2 shutout innings and got the win Friday, and got a 1 run save on Sunday. He's just not the "1, 2, 3 inning" type of closer. I'll say. His ERA for 0-1 run games is a decent 2.57 while his WHIP is about 1.57. He certainly has been struggling a bit in those situations but I guess he is still getting the job done for the most part. It just goes to show that stats don't always paint an accurate picture of how a player has performed. Kevin has struggled from what I've seen of him. But then again, do we expect this guy to go out there and dominate? My stubborn fan side does, but my down-to-earth side is a bit more realistic.
April 30, 200818 yr the two outs runs are annoying and its also annoying how we cant seem to get to 6 games over .500 but if we can hit like w did tonight and scotty and burke do what they are capable of we should be fine for the series. and waechter seems to have god control and good stuff.... i would like him to start over volstad. We were 6 games over .500 once this year, I believe. As for 2 out runs, the 3 runs we scored to tie the game, happened with no one on and 2 outs. Loney made an error, and we immediately rallied. Worked both ways. We just have to accept this loss, and be proud of the fact that unlike last year, this team seems to play with heart, at least. That's all you can ask for. We got our ace on the mound tomorrow...tomorrow should be a nice test for this team, imo. no we have never been to 6 games over anyway im sure Admin or someoone cna confirm that We are talking about a team that wasn't supposed to do anything at all again this year, has been in 1st place for almost all of April, still is in 1st place, and we are crying because we can't seem to get 6 games over .500?? Tough crowd.
April 30, 200818 yr the two outs runs are annoying and its also annoying how we cant seem to get to 6 games over .500 but if we can hit like w did tonight and scotty and burke do what they are capable of we should be fine for the series. and waechter seems to have god control and good stuff.... i would like him to start over volstad. We were 6 games over .500 once this year, I believe. As for 2 out runs, the 3 runs we scored to tie the game, happened with no one on and 2 outs. Loney made an error, and we immediately rallied. Worked both ways. We just have to accept this loss, and be proud of the fact that unlike last year, this team seems to play with heart, at least. That's all you can ask for. We got our ace on the mound tomorrow...tomorrow should be a nice test for this team, imo. no we have never been to 6 games over anyway im sure Admin or someoone cna confirm that We are talking about a team that wasn't supposed to do anything at all again this year, has been in 1st place for almost all of April, still is in 1st place, and we are crying because we can't seem to get 6 games over .500?? Tough crowd. Very tough crowd-yet my gut hurts from the two strikeouts in the 8th on very questionable calls. First was def. low, second was closer but inside-I am ok with the calls IF Gregg wasn't squeezed on a pitch in the 9th which was more of a strike than either of the two called on us. That took it to 3-1, a walk and the eventual winning run.
April 30, 200818 yr What are Gregg's numbers when pitching in tied games or only a one run differential? Seems like he has been struggling more than I would like this season whenever I watch him pitch. That low ERA is deceiving. we're 6-3 in 1 run games, and Gregg is 3-1 now ... 4/5 in save opps. (should be 5/5, but Hanley made an error for him, which resulted in 2 unearned runs). Gregg has struggled sometimes (early on in the year) finding the strike zone, but he's been probably Top 10 so far this year, as far as closers go. ...heck in the Milwaukee series alone, he threw 2 shutout innings and got the win Friday, and got a 1 run save on Sunday. He's just not the "1, 2, 3 inning" type of closer. I'll say. His ERA for 0-1 run games is a decent 2.57 while his WHIP is about 1.57. He certainly has been struggling a bit in those situations but I guess he is still getting the job done for the most part. It just goes to show that stats don't always paint an accurate picture of how a player has performed. Kevin has struggled from what I've seen of him. But then again, do we expect this guy to go out there and dominate? My stubborn fan side does, but my down-to-earth side is a bit more realistic. Actually the stats do seem to be accurate. In the aforementioned situations he hasn't blown many games (hence the acceptable ERA) but the 1.57 WHIP is not very good and is indicative of his struggles. Not saying he should be removed from the ninth inning role, though. I don't think he can handle middle relief. I still say trade him by the deadline and consider Nolasco as a closer.
April 30, 200818 yr What are Gregg's numbers when pitching in tied games or only a one run differential? Seems like he has been struggling more than I would like this season whenever I watch him pitch. That low ERA is deceiving. we're 6-3 in 1 run games, and Gregg is 3-1 now ... 4/5 in save opps. (should be 5/5, but Hanley made an error for him, which resulted in 2 unearned runs). Gregg has struggled sometimes (early on in the year) finding the strike zone, but he's been probably Top 10 so far this year, as far as closers go. ...heck in the Milwaukee series alone, he threw 2 shutout innings and got the win Friday, and got a 1 run save on Sunday. He's just not the "1, 2, 3 inning" type of closer. I'll say. His ERA for 0-1 run games is a decent 2.57 while his WHIP is about 1.57. He certainly has been struggling a bit in those situations but I guess he is still getting the job done for the most part. It just goes to show that stats don't always paint an accurate picture of how a player has performed. Kevin has struggled from what I've seen of him. But then again, do we expect this guy to go out there and dominate? My stubborn fan side does, but my down-to-earth side is a bit more realistic. Actually the stats do seem to be accurate. In the aforementioned situations he hasn't blown many games (hence the acceptable ERA) but the 1.57 WHIP is not very good and is indicative of his struggles. Not saying he should be removed from the ninth inning role, though. I don't think he can handle middle relief. I still say trade him by the deadline and consider Nolasco as a closer. And replace Nolasco with ????? Nolasco has two quality starts in a row if I'm not mistaken. With our rotation struggles we should keep him right where he is. As long as he continues to show improvement. Once we get the others back we can think about it.
April 30, 200818 yr By the way, I don't think we should have pitched to Kent in the last inning. Fist base was open, and there were two outs. I would rather face Martin any day. I was very surprised Freddi went after Kent. Not a shot at Freddi, but I just didn't agree with it.
April 30, 200818 yr By the way, I don't think we should have pitched to Kent in the last inning. Fist base was open, and there were two outs. I would rather face Martin any day. I was very surprised Freddi went after Kent. Not a shot at Freddi, but I just didn't agree with it. Considering that Kent is a career .303 hitter with RISP and a career .265 hitter w/ RISP and 2 out, I completely agree. Martin is hitting .250 lifetime with RISP and .154 w/ RISP and 2 out.
April 30, 200818 yr What are Gregg's numbers when pitching in tied games or only a one run differential? Seems like he has been struggling more than I would like this season whenever I watch him pitch. That low ERA is deceiving. we're 6-3 in 1 run games, and Gregg is 3-1 now ... 4/5 in save opps. (should be 5/5, but Hanley made an error for him, which resulted in 2 unearned runs). Gregg has struggled sometimes (early on in the year) finding the strike zone, but he's been probably Top 10 so far this year, as far as closers go. ...heck in the Milwaukee series alone, he threw 2 shutout innings and got the win Friday, and got a 1 run save on Sunday. He's just not the "1, 2, 3 inning" type of closer. I'll say. His ERA for 0-1 run games is a decent 2.57 while his WHIP is about 1.57. He certainly has been struggling a bit in those situations but I guess he is still getting the job done for the most part. It just goes to show that stats don't always paint an accurate picture of how a player has performed. Kevin has struggled from what I've seen of him. But then again, do we expect this guy to go out there and dominate? My stubborn fan side does, but my down-to-earth side is a bit more realistic. Actually the stats do seem to be accurate. In the aforementioned situations he hasn't blown many games (hence the acceptable ERA) but the 1.57 WHIP is not very good and is indicative of his struggles. Not saying he should be removed from the ninth inning role, though. I don't think he can handle middle relief. I still say trade him by the deadline and consider Nolasco as a closer. And replace Nolasco with ????? Nolasco has two quality starts in a row if I'm not mistaken. With our rotation struggles we should keep him right where he is. As long as he continues to show improvement. Once we get the others back we can think about it. I'm talking long term. He doesn't have nearly good enough stuff to compete with the other pitchers waiting for rotation spots. There is a need for him at the moment because Miller is struggling but the Marlins are being foolish in not demoting him and bringing in a cheap veteran talent to fill the gap before other arms are ready.
April 30, 200818 yr No such thing as cheap veteran "talent." Only cheap veteran losses. In todays game more than ever, you have to pay for talent.
April 30, 200818 yr Yes you can sign cheap pitcher, but not ones that give you a chance to win. I would much rather try an internal solution (like starting Waechter and promoting a AAA pitchter) than sign a crappy pitcher. Paying minimum salary for a rookie and saving money for later is much more appealing than signing a crappy vet. Just because they are a veteran doesn't mean they can keep us in the playoff race. If it was July and we were 10 games under .500, it would be a different story. Then I say don't rush the younguns, until the season is lost, it none of the current free agents are better than what we have.
April 30, 200818 yr Kim would have been cheap veteran talent for the Marlins' needs. more like cheap veteran caca.
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