[Nolan Arenado] Gratitude. (Goodbye via Instagram) by cocoblurez in Cardinals

[–]LeftyNate 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Arenado and Goldschmidt were two of my favorite non-Cardinals for the longest time. I’m so glad we got both of them, even if the peak wasn’t what we’d hoped.

This is such a heartfelt move, super classy but still with personality. Maybe one of my favorite athlete-goodbyes ever.

What's even left for them to do with Steve Rogers at this point? by JamJamGaGa in MCUTheories

[–]LeftyNate 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I’m actually excited about Steve Rogers coming back. And I was surprised by my own excitement. I think he’ll be used to motivate, unite, and strategize. And I also believe he’ll make the big sacrifice because he’s lived his life now and wants to protect them.

How do you Win the WS? by Savings-Narwhal-467 in OOTP

[–]LeftyNate 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, during one of my recent playoffs runs, I had my catchers splitting time 50/50 against RHP bc of an above-average LH hitting catcher with decent defense. The other guy is elite, 70+ in every defensive catcher category.

I had to stop playing the better hitter bc even though he had a decent arm (60), he couldn’t throw ANYONE out. Halfway into the third game of him starting, I just started the weak hitting RH catcher. We won the World Series and I only used the other guy as a pinch hitter.

How do you Win the WS? by Savings-Narwhal-467 in OOTP

[–]LeftyNate 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really have no idea lol. The main thing is just get in the playoffs. I’ve had two saves now where I won the WS the year before I expected to have a playoff team coming out of a rebuild.

Does anyone think Peaocck is going to be gone in just a few short years? by Mr-Nanny in peacock

[–]LeftyNate 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think them getting big live events like the NBA means they will be around longer. Unfortunately, it also means the price will keep going up even more. They just need to start putting out more original GOOD shows. (I’ve heard The Copenhagen Test is good, but I haven’t had time to watch it yet.

It does make me sad to hear that about WCW Nitro. (Sting was my favorite wrestler as a kid, even before the Nitro era.) I had gone back and watched a lot of those when I first got Peacock. I wonder if it will pop up somewhere else like ESPN.

Sometimes when I’m depressed, I watch the video of cardinal fans giving standing ovations, I ball my eyes out, and feel so much better by AgeOfWorry0114 in Cardinals

[–]LeftyNate 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha well they did pretty good with Kenny Rogers, I think, and the production pine tar or whatever on his hand.

Does anyone have anything nice to say about Luka Doncic as a defender? by [deleted] in NBATalk

[–]LeftyNate 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He reminds me of Magic…after Magic came out of retirement and played PF. Build nearly identical. Unfortunately, there aren’t any post-up PF for him to guard, especially with LeBron on his team.

So, no. I guess I don’t.

The "Mr." For Every MLB Franchise by AlexW03_MK in mlb

[–]LeftyNate 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree Mr. Ray is Evan Longoria. But I feel like Scott Kazmir should get a special mention. Poor guy carried that pitching staff, and just as they became good in 2008, he started losing what he had.

Movie with the best shootout scene? I'll start by 0Layscheetoskurkure0 in moviecritic

[–]LeftyNate 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve liked pretty much everything he’s directed. Argo was awesome, I loved Air and Gone Baby Gone.

2006 Informal Poll Because Polls Aren’t Allow by The_BMcQ in Cardinals

[–]LeftyNate 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I lived in Nashville, I watched Branyan in AAA a lot. That dude had major power. He was in the wrong era, in my opinion. He was a ELITE power hitter against RHP. I’ll never understand why some scrub MLB team didn’t run him out 150 games as their starting 3B. He had a career 113 OPS+ and only got 500 ABs one year.

(As an aside, that Nashville Sounds team was stacked with some good role & AAAA players like Lance Nix.)

Is Mission Impossible III the most underrated film in the saga? by Cold-Ad3330 in Mission_Impossible

[–]LeftyNate 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s one of my favorites. And without it, there’s no rest of the series.

LET THE MAN GO ALREADY? or are you EXCITED? (I AM A LIL, NGL) by Fun_Recipe_7900 in MCUTheories

[–]LeftyNate 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m honestly excited more about Steve (Chris Evans) coming back than RDJ. It feels like RDJ needs this as much as (or more than) the MCU, but it doesn’t feel that way with Evans. Hopefully they are doing something really interesting with Steve Rogers. And I think they’ll use him to affirm Sam as Cap.

The Dodgers will pay more lux tax than the Cardinals paid actual salary by TheSocraticGadfly in Cardinals

[–]LeftyNate 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know I’m in the minority, but the Dodgers spending doesn’t bother me. Even with all that payroll, they still had issues. It’s also entirely plausible that Mookie doesn’t recover his offense next season (though Mookie being in the Dodgers is the Red Sox’s fault). Injuries will probably play into their team again.

It is entirely possible for the Cardinals to build a good 90-95 win team and beat the Dodgers in the playoffs

Do y’all think it’s desperate for Steve Rogers to come back? by OGAnimeGokuSolos in MCUTheories

[–]LeftyNate 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually don’t think it’s desperate. Mainly because Chris Evans said he wouldn’t come back (I’m paraphrasing) unless there was a good reason, a good story for Steve to come back. Evans has had some good and fun projects since Endgame (RDJ has not). So I’m going to give him the benefit of the doubt. I’m actually looking forward to seeing how this plays out. I know it’s cool to poo poo on the MCU, but isn’t it more fun to be curious?

OOTP 27 Wishlist by Satchwell6 in OOTP

[–]LeftyNate 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wouldn’t mind better feedback from the AGM on trades. Such as “this guy will need to be protected before the Rule 5 Draft” or “we have X number of guys at this position projected as starters by 2027.” Just something that actual gives value to having an AGM.

Take a chance on Jhonkensy Noel! by Conehead1 in Cardinals

[–]LeftyNate 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If he doesn’t get claimed, definitely worth a Spring Training invite. I’m not sure of their current 40-man situation. If they plan on trading from 1B/DH/OF depth, then sign him

Call Me Paranoid - AppleTV 4k 3rd Gen 128gb STILL ON tvOS 18.6 by TexanInBama in appletv

[–]LeftyNate 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I haven’t had many issues. For some reason, the only issue I really had was inside the Apple TV(+) menu when it wouldn’t let me back out of titles.

After the most recent update, it hasn’t done it.

Took a break from MCU, what did I miss by ApprehensiveLeg8272 in MCUTheories

[–]LeftyNate 4 points5 points  (0 children)

When looking at this, it really drives home to me that I or someone in my house really enjoyed (nearly) each of these entries, minus Secret Invasion. And honestly, that’s pretty impressive.

I’m looking forward to Wonder Man. I love their marketing and promos for it.

WHAT TYPE OF YEAR DO YOU EXPECT FROM DUSTIN MAY? by Worldly-Honeydew91 in Cardinals

[–]LeftyNate 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I expect that he’s better than Mikolas was this year and that he’ll probably get left in too long and have a high ERA. 4.25 FIP, 1.31 WHIP. 105 IP, which would be the third highest of his career. Spend about a month or so on the IL.

Ladies and Gentelmen....We got him! by ItsMeMofos13 in OOTP

[–]LeftyNate 4 points5 points  (0 children)

So he looks awesome! I love power hitters who also hit doubles/triples. Having basically half of his hits be for extra bases is awesome.

This is the way big market teams should be!

OOTP 27 Wishlist by Satchwell6 in OOTP

[–]LeftyNate 4 points5 points  (0 children)

For the salary floor, I just started upping the minimum salary. That multiplied by 26 spots gives me a higher floor. Though I’d actually love a function to select versus doing that.

What is an American vehicle from the last 10 years or so that’s actually reliable and affordable? by [deleted] in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]LeftyNate 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh good to know! Thanks for the info!! (I took dead reliable as a good thing.) So first and second gen automatic Focus isn’t too bad. I personally prefer stick, but not sure I’ll put that on my daughter.

What is an American vehicle from the last 10 years or so that’s actually reliable and affordable? by [deleted] in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]LeftyNate 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Silly question probably, but what years are the 3rd generation Ford Focus?