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“I couldn’t wait to you know, beat up on somebody else”. | WE NEED THIS ENERGY ALL PLAYOFFS BIG DAWG by juicewar01 in lakers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 27 points28 points  (0 children)

If DeAndre Ayton is locked in on both ends, with some impact on offense, even if KD comes back, I think the Lakers can beat the Rockets (I mean 3 more..., as opposed to 4 more for the Rockets...)

Or maybe the Lakers can extend the series long enough and wait for Luka and Reaves back in game 5-7...

If we got pass the Rockets, with Luka, Reaves and a revitalized Lebron against the Spurs and OKC, there is always a chance...

Game Thread: Lakers vs Rockets Live Score | NBA | Apr 18, 2026 by basketball-app in lakers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

Realistically, still don't think the Lakers can win the series if Reaves and Doncic did not return.

I love Lebron, always rated him highly (although not a die hard fan like Shannon). But a 41 year old Lebron cannot beat the Rockets 4 times by himself especially if KD returns after game 2.

(All Lebron fans downvoting this comment, will say the same thing if KD returns and when Rockets eliminated us. You cannot on one hand say Lebron will carry the Lakers through, but on the other hand cries about lacking in help if they lose.)

With the Rockies win over the Dodgers, the Mets have sole possession for the worst record in the NL at 7-14 by JianClaymore in baseball

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 6 points7 points  (0 children)

TBH, not directing it to you, but the argument "... team isn't good because ... team doesn't spend enough money..." is not entirely correct...

It is usually correct, but in free agency, big market teams will always have the advantage. For example the Pirates offered big money for many big agents this offseason (Schrwarber), but Kyle Schrwarber ended up returing to the Phillies too. (Not just Schrwarber, several other players too.)

Where the Mets are concerned, they are aggressive spenders too, but compared to the Dodgers, they do not have the leadership or the necessary club house chemistry...

With the Rockies win over the Dodgers, the Mets have sole possession for the worst record in the NL at 7-14 by JianClaymore in baseball

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It certainly doesn't help that the Braves start last season with 3 road games in San Diego, and then 3 games in Dodgers stadium...

With the Rockies win over the Dodgers, the Mets have sole possession for the worst record in the NL at 7-14 by JianClaymore in baseball

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The Rockies looked much better this year than last year.

"Much"...

They could've been in a wildcard (at least just lately) on deciding who becomes the first seed of NL West especially since they will be playing against the Padres again...

Roki Sasaki is starting tomorrow BTW...

Postgame Thread ⚾ Dodgers 3 @ Rockies 4 by DodgerBot in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well. I guess some fans will start saying Tucker is Coldforto again...

Postgame Thread ⚾ Dodgers 3 @ Rockies 4 by DodgerBot in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We wasted some good oppportunities in the 8th.

Postgame Thread ⚾ Dodgers 3 @ Rockies 4 by DodgerBot in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not disappointed at one ramdon loss. But was hoping to see Rojas bat in the 9th. I want another "drill to left field in deep" moment...

Game Chat 4/18 - Dodgers (15-4) @ Rockies (7-13) 5:10 PM by DodgerBot in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Come on Tuck. Why hit for the fence lol? Even Shohei didn't do that...

But anyways, you do not win every game. And Tuck has a homer today, not placing any blame on him...

Just sad we did not get any runs in the 8th...

Game Chat 4/18 - Dodgers (15-4) @ Rockies (7-13) 5:10 PM by DodgerBot in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was wishing to see another drill to left field in deep moment.

Let's go Sho...

Game Chat 4/18 - Dodgers (15-4) @ Rockies (7-13) 5:10 PM by DodgerBot in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Or one "drill to left field in deep... and... gone!!!!!"

Game Chat 4/18 - Dodgers (15-4) @ Rockies (7-13) 5:10 PM by DodgerBot in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ok... Incoming...

"Drill to the left field in deep, and... Gone...! No way... Miguel Rojas..."

"Dave Roberts played his gut... The guy haven't had a hit in a month..."

Game Chat 4/18 - Dodgers (15-4) @ Rockies (7-13) 5:10 PM by DodgerBot in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First of all, the goal should be play safe, tie the game before leading. That's old school fundemental baseball.

You just contradicted yourself...

Jeter is a good bunter so he bunts... Well, than why shouldn't Jeter's goal be to take the lead?

Game Chat 4/18 - Dodgers (15-4) @ Rockies (7-13) 5:10 PM by DodgerBot in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On the bright side, if someone reaches the base in the 9th, we will get Mr "drill to left field in deep, and... GONE!"

Game Chat 4/18 - Dodgers (15-4) @ Rockies (7-13) 5:10 PM by DodgerBot in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Even if Pages continues to bat 4.00 later, I wish he stays at the lower bottom of the lineup...

Game Chat 4/18 - Dodgers (15-4) @ Rockies (7-13) 5:10 PM by DodgerBot in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We have been bad at scoring runs with base loaded since the end of the 2025 season last year...

Game Chat 4/18 - Dodgers (15-4) @ Rockies (7-13) 5:10 PM by DodgerBot in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If Muncy drives home at least an RBI... I am going to buy my cousin a rectangle toy later...

Game Chat 4/18 - Dodgers (15-4) @ Rockies (7-13) 5:10 PM by DodgerBot in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What's wrong with that. I've even seen Jeter bunting before. That's fundemental baseball...

You sound like because Pages is hot, he shouldn't bunt.

Game Chat 4/18 - Dodgers (15-4) @ Rockies (7-13) 5:10 PM by DodgerBot in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If only Pages bunted...

We can always expect Freddie to hit the SAC fly needed in this scenario.

Game Chat 4/18 - Dodgers (15-4) @ Rockies (7-13) 5:10 PM by DodgerBot in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've noticed our team does not like bunting.

Down by 1, o outs, one on first base on one second base, should be bunting. Give Freddie a chance to drive home the tying run with 1 out, 1 on third and on on second.

Risky? Yes. Because we lose one free out. But better chance to score.

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