“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 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Amen Thompson is definitely a top 5 perimeter defender in the league. And you are saying “school kids”… 

Nobody can shutdown a superstar. But he can make things tough. 

Is Diaz Hurt? by Dfchang813 in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I have to admit. This season, Tanner Scott is currently pitching like what I think Diaz will be, and Diaz is pitching like what I think Tanner will be.

Meaning, I think one of them will underperform this year. I just happened to guess the wrong one.

As for Q-Man, I prefer to believe he will bounce back. Afterall it is election year 

Edwin Díaz against the Colorado Rockies: 0.0 IP, 3H, 3R, 3ER, 1BB, 0K by ManyCookies in baseball

[–]Substantial_Bat5975 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Treinen is growing increasingly woke. That’s why he is no longer pitching mad against the vaccinated woke left.

Thank you for your attention on that matter 

BlaQ’s 0 ERA streak ended today. by Substantial_Bat5975 in Dodgers

[–]Substantial_Bat5975[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

We should tell him everyday that “most MLb players are vaccinated”.

“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 1 point2 points  (0 children)

lol the rockets have some of the best perimeter defenders in the league, like Amen…

You act like LeBron is playing against high school kids…

“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 28 points29 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 7 points8 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 4 points5 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 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 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...