Gamenight: Brewers (4-8) At Phillies (5-6)
Posted by Tim Malcolm, Tue, April 21, 2009 05:52 PM | Comments: 137
Gameday 2009, Posts
WE’RE BACK: Clay Condrey is now in the game, taking over with one out and men at first and second in the top of the seventh. 11-3 Phillies.
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RAIN DELAY: The Phillies currently lead the Brewers, 11-3, in the top of the seventh inning. Situation: Men on first and second, one out for Milwaukee; Chad Durbin pitching.
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Milwaukee Brewers (4-8) at Philadelphia Phillies (5-6)
Manny Parra (0-2, 6.97 ERA vs. Jamie Moyer (1-1, 6.55 ERA)
Time: 7:05 p.m. at Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia.
Weather: Mostly sunny, 64
TV: Comcast Network
Twitter: Phillies Nation
The Phillies grasped momentum Sunday with a big comeback win over the Padres, but the momentum stalled Monday, as the Phils were rained out of their series finale with San Diego. Now the Phils get a visit from the Brewers, the team they ousted in the 2008 National League Division Series.
Milwaukee comes in with an underwhelming 4-8 record, mainly because their big hitters are slumping. Prince Fielder is hitting .175, JJ Hardy his hitting .114 and Ryan Braun is hitting .222. Pitching has also been less than stellar, and it starts with Parra, who goes tonight holding an ERA of over 6.00. The Phillies saw him in the NLDS, briefly for 2.1 scoreless innings. Otherwise, Phils hitters beat him in 2008 pretty well. All five big-time Phillie regulars (Ryan Howard, Chase Utley, Jayson Werth, Shane Victorino, Jimmy Rollins) are hitting 1.000 off Parra in regular season play.
Jamie Moyer takes the hill for the good guys. He had a tougher time against Milwaukee in the NLDS, but pitched well against them in the regular season. The two Brewers with a lot of experience against the slow tosser are Jason Kendall (10-for-30) and Mike Cameron (2-for-11).
Tonight’s game is on the Comcast Network because of Flyers playoff hockey.
Your gamenight beer: Avant Garde Ale from the Lost Abbey (Calif.) is a Biere de Garde type of beer, which means it has a definitive toasty, bready sort of flavor. Fruit can be potent, but usually in small doses. It’s of a copper look, too, so it kind of sits well with a soup or stew. Maybe a good, strong bowl of barley with fresh, baked bread is in order. Or some chili. Whatever the case, enjoy this heartily.
Go Phillies!
Posts: 0 Phan in TN
Go Phillies!!
MLB TV to the rescue!
Posted: 05:54 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Mark B
Come on, Moyer. We need a quality start!
Posted: 05:56 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Griffin
I love the old school mb glove logo for the Brew Crew. I’m curious to see where Ibanez is hitting in the lineup against the lefty Parra.
Posted: 05:56 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 The Dipsy
As I sit here and watch DailyNewsLive, I feel the need to unburden myself of the fact that I absolutely hate Chris Wheeler. Who is this man? A nebishy, goofy, ass kissing, brown nosing, bad broadcasting, know-it-all, who found himself one day, inexplicably, sitting in front of the microphone broadcasting Phillies games. How did he get there? Who does he have pictures of? He never played baseball so I can’t take his “analysis” seriously. His voice is terrible. He’s not interesting or funny or witty or insightful. And it was all okay while Harry was around because people paid little attention to him. Now…it feels like when I’m in the bar talking to a cute girl and an ugly girl and then the cute girl leaves and sticks me with the mutt. Get this no talent, company man outta the booth. He sucks and always has. Harry didn’t even like him and that should tell you all you need to know. The only thing I like about Wheeler is when Gary Matthews picks on him for the inning he broadcasts with him. Thank you.
Sincerely,
The Dispy
Posted: 06:10 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Hotstove
Joe cowboys west behind the plate yay.
Posted: 06:37 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 130 Amanda Orr
I’m really not liking these CN8 games.. stupid Verizon.
Posted: 06:50 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Jeff
You should check out the Iron Pigs Carrasco is pitching a no hitter into the 5th
Posted: 07:01 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Manny
Lets go Moyer!
Posted: 07:03 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Jeff
okay he gave up a hit lol
Posted: 07:06 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Georgie
I hear ya Amanda, I’ve got the Flyers on two channels but no Phillies.
We’re getting a storm here in Lancaster County, don’t know if it’ll hold together to hit Philly.
Posted: 07:06 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Manny
Wohooo 2 strikeouts to start the game!
Posted: 07:10 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Manny
Damn it. 2 Ks, then a HR.
AHHH.. I was starting to feel really good
Posted: 07:11 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Georgie
Oh no, you’re kidding!
Posted: 07:15 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 holly
The Dipsy I couldn’t agree more. After Harry’s death I started dreading the thought of Chris Wheeler getting more air time! I much rather listen to Scott Graham who I think is a much better sportscaster.
Posted: 07:20 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Manny
If we’re patient at the plate, we can easily beat Manny Parra, who is struggling to find the strike zone
Posted: 07:24 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Chase
I can’t watch the game live, so i am watching it on gameday. It says “Injury Delay”. Can someone tell me what happened
Posted: 07:25 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Manny
Chase, that was for two Brewers who crashed trying to field Utley’s single.
Bases loaded for WERTH!
Posted: 07:26 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Chase
Thanks Manny
Posted: 07:27 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Manny
YES DOUBLE BY THE LEFTY KILLER!!
TWO RUNS!
Posted: 07:27 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Jeff
come on lets do something here
Posted: 07:27 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Jeff
Way to go Werth!
Posted: 07:28 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Manny
BASE HIT IBANEZ!! ONE MORE RUN!!
RBI MACHINE!!!
Posted: 07:30 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Manny
BASE HIT PEDRO! ONE MORE RUN!
EVERYBODY HITS WOHOOO!
Posted: 07:31 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Grrrumpy Miner
Soon we are gonna have “Pat WHO” posts in here! lol
Posted: 07:34 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 551 Brian Michael
Finally, the Phils are having the big first inning.
Posted: 07:36 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Manny
Everybody in our lineup got an AB in the first.
Posted: 07:41 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 TJ
Ibanez earning his keep.
Posted: 07:47 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Jeff
Okay Moyer no blowing this lead, If only Rollins will stop chasing first pitches needs to be patient
Posted: 07:48 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 1650 Tim Malcolm
This has been nice so far.
Posted: 07:50 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 TJ
Rollins is falling back as he swings. Anyone else notice this. His back foot is moving back instead of staying planted.
Posted: 07:50 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Jeff
Pat Who?
Posted: 07:51 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 TJ
Such an embarrassing at bat by Howard.
Posted: 07:54 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Mike
Thats a boy JROLL keep the average going down you LA PUNK. Bring Donald up and get rid of this guy. Let him hang with Burris. Jroll means no talent. Two good years and bye bye bye
Posted: 07:54 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Jeff
Anyone know why we are NOT running I mean lets play some small ball? Also I think Vic needs to lead off till JRoll gets his act together, He will he is not a flash in the pan Mike I beg to differ with that one
Posted: 07:58 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 John Fire
Mike, Rollins is actually an Oakland Punk, not an LA Punk. Huge, huge difference between those two cities. LA sucks, for one.
Posted: 07:59 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Jeff
Not sure who is more frustrating right now the Iron Pigs or the Phils….. Iron Pigs gave up 3 runs in the 7th after Carrasco pitched 6 marvelous innings and of course can only manage 1 run at this point.
Posted: 08:04 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 1650 Tim Malcolm
I think you all have to calm down about Rollins. Yeah, let’s give up the 2007 MVP and unquestioned heart of the team for Jason Donald right now. Rollins will come around.
Carrasco was terrific tonight.
I just heard seagulls outside my window. This is great.
Posted: 08:06 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Mike
Never liked Rollins. Put him at 6th in the order. Yes he had a great season in 07 but lets face facts. Holiday deserved it more.
Posted: 08:09 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Griffin
Wow, people have really turned on J-Roll. Funny how the haters don’t mention his gold glove defense. Jason Donald couldn’t hold J-Roll’s jock.
Posted: 08:10 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Mike
Wow, funny how JRoll turned on the fans. I will never forgive him for those comments. I go to alot of games and we have a right to boo. Im tired of him with his excuses always saying different them Manual. Showing up late. Bad sign from a team leader.
Posted: 08:12 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Evan
Hey, anyone else live in north jerz and have comcast?
I recently got CN8 added to my channels, and the Phils game is listed in the guide, but a British broadcast of soccer is playing instead. What a tease, at least I have MLB.tv.
Posted: 08:16 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Griffin
Yeah, what has J-Roll ever done for the fans, besides win an MVP and win a World Series? I guess some people love to boo but get their feelings hurt when a player speaks up on behalf of his teammates (Ruiz).
Posted: 08:16 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Phan in TN
Jamie is pitching smart…lets hope our bullpen lets us win this game.
Posted: 08:17 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Mike
Ruiz is a big big boy and can muster enough english to defend himself. When you can hit in the big leagues you will get booed. Athletes should not bash the fans who pay there salaries. They should just go about there bus.
Posted: 08:18 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Tools Of Ignorance
Mike, you never thought you saw things differently from how your boss saw things, and voiced your opinion?
Posted: 08:19 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 1650 Tim Malcolm
Rollins should, however, wait a couple pitches before taking a swing.
Posted: 08:19 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Mike
If I voiced my opinion I would be written up or fired. I do my job and keep my mouth shut and make 50 million less. That aboy JRoll get that average under your IQ
Posted: 08:23 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Tools Of Ignorance
Mike, what did J-Roll really say?? I’ve been a die hard Phillies fan since I can remember, always rooting on the team and sticking by through thick and thin, and as far back as I can, for the most part when this team was not performing well, the crowd boos, they cheer when they win, that’s all well and good, and you can choose to support your team however you want to, but how were his comments really wrong??
Posted: 08:24 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Griffin
Exactly, Rollins said absolutely nothing that wasn’t 100% correct. Complaining about Rollins 12 games into the season coming after a World Series victory is just silly.
Posted: 08:27 PM on April 21, 2009
Posts: 0 Tools Of Ignorance
He does his job too, and part of his job is to talk, for the people to focus on him, and take the focus off of members of his team….He’s done that time and again.
Posted: 08:28 PM on April 21, 2009