No not Mark Timmons, nor Mark Prior, nor Mark Fidrych, or Mark McGwire
The Mark to whom I refer is right-hander Mark Washington of the Tulsa Drillers, perhaps soon to be of the OKC Dodgers. He was born in Glen Mills, attended high school at Episcopal Academy in Merion, and attended university at Lehigh University. All three locations are in his home state of Pennsylvania.
He was selected by the Dodgers in the 25th round of the 2017 First-Year Player Draft following his junior year at Lehigh. His selection was the 760th in that draft.
Like many young aspiring ball players, Mark Washington has had his challenges along the way starting in high school.
“My journey has been rocky starting in high school with my mother passing away in 2013 during my junior year,” shared Washington. “Ever since that day, I have developed a greater appreciation for life and for baseball. I have been motivated to live life to the fullest, be happy and work hard, while baseball has given me an outlet to do something I love doing.”
His junior year at Lehigh in 2017 was limited to 16 innings and was cut short by shoulder surgery. However, in his sophomore year in 2016, he had carved out a season that resonated, at least with the Dodgers, in the 2017 draft.
During the 2016 season, he made 13 appearances, including six starts, leading the Mountain Hawks with a 1.80 ERA and tied for the team lead with six victories. He allowed just 35 hits and nine earned runs over 45 innings pitched while holding opposing hitters to a .220 batting average. His 1.80 ERA is ranked fourth all-time on the program’s single-season ERA leader’s list. His walk total of 27 that season did top his strikeout total of 24.
Washington did not hesitate to sign with the Dodgers following the draft willing to forgo his senior year at Lehigh. As much as he treasured his time with the Mountain Hawks, the call of Dodger Blue was too strong for Lehigh Brown. The first thing former Lehigh baseball player Mark Washington did when he was drafted was to go to the shopping mall. He and his dad needed to pick up some important items to start his professional career. That is some LA Dodgers gear.
“It’s a dream-come-true type of situation,” Washington said. “I’ve always wanted to do this, I’ve always wanted to play professional baseball and it’s a once-in-a-lifetime type of thing that I couldn’t pass up.”
This from his college coach.
“What’s unique about Mark (Washington) is that his best days are still ahead of him,” Lehigh coach Sean Leary said. “When I talked with scouts, they would talk to me not about drafting him to fill an organizational need, but when they talked about Mark (Washington), it was more, ‘I’m really excited to see where he’s going to be when he’s 24.”
He turned 25 in March and we can only guess what the non-season in 2020 had on Washington and his age 24 year. However, he has been consistent in his climb up the ladder towards MLB.
The 6/7”/205 lb. Washington debuted with the Arizona League Dodgers on July 24, 2017 against the AZL Padres pitching two scoreless innings. In eight games with the AZL Dodgers – three starts – he posted a 1.96 ERA over 23 innings with 25 strikeouts and three walks.
During the 2018 season, he made two pit stops, one in Ogden and one in Midland. With the Raptors in the Pioneer Rookie League, he pitched 21.2 innings with a 3.32 ERA along with 19 strikeouts and nine walks. In his stint with the Great Lakes Loons in the Midwest League, he pitched another 18.1 innings with a 2.95 ERA while striking out 13 and walking nine.
Washington returned to Great Lakes in 2019 and spent the entire season with the Loons. His ERA of 2.97 over 39.1 innings pitched demonstrated his consistency over his minor league career. He posted a WHIP of 1.07 while striking out 43 and walking 19. Other than his three starts in his first season with the AZL Dodgers he has pitched in relief.
During the current season with the Tulsa Drillers he has pitched 22.2 innings over 14 appearances. He has posted a 1.19 ERA and a 0.93 WHIP while striking out 19 and walking six. In June in 12.1 innings he has struck out 13 and walked 3.
Mark Washington is one of those guys who just keeps coming and a bit unexpectedly. Up until now, he has been pretty much invisible although 6’7” on the mound is a bit difficult to miss. He doesn’t seem to overpower but also seems to be a guy who knows how to pitch in various situations. As Mark Timmons mentioned on Friday, he has a 94-95 MPH fastball, a nice change, and a decent slider. His K/BB ratio has continued to improve as has the command of his pitches. His pitching philosophy is simple and effective.
“I just try to attack with the fastball and get ahead with the fastball early in counts,” explained Washington. “After that I’ll mix in my breaking ball or changeup depending on if they’re a lefty or righty. Basically I attack with the fastball early and finish with the off-speed.”
“My changeup has definitely developed more,” said Washington. “Last year I didn’t throw it much. But this year I’m confident throwing it to both lefties and righties, so yeah it’s developed quite a bit.”
Washington has adapted to his role in the pen and likes the challenges that role brings.
“I like that you get to just go out there and eat up a few innings,” stated Washington. “You don’t have to go out there and pace yourself. You get to go out there and focus on getting quick outs.”
What else is there to know about Mark Washington? Michael Schwab, one of his university teammates , said the culture of Lehigh baseball and Lehigh athletics itself would also aid Washington in his pursuit of a professional baseball career.
“I think it’s our culture that is going to ground him,” Schwab said. “This is a place that’s a lot different than professional baseball. It’s a very blue-collar, mentally tough attitude that serves you well no matter what you decide to do in life. Mark (Washington) definitely has that, and I think that’s what’s going to make the difference between him and another pitcher. They might have the same stuff, but Mark (Washington) is tougher.”
DC,
We all knew it wasn’t Mark Timmons. Great work in acquainting us with Mark Washington. He has a shot at the show THIS year.
BTW, the Great Lakes Camels, who debuted in 2018, are an alternate identity created by the Great Lakes Loons. On the Opening Day of the 2012 season, Rall E. Camel made his debut as the official rally mascot of the Great Lakes Loons. Since 2019, the Loons play as the Camels for most of their Wednesday home games.
August 7, 2019
Dressed as the Great Lakes “Camels,” the Great Lakes Loons kicked off a six-game homestand on Wednesday night with a 4-1 victory over the Lake County Captains at Dow Diamond.
Still with the best record in the Midwest League, the Loons notched their 70th victory of the season and kept their record among the top six teams out of 160 in all of Minor League Baseball. The “Camels” also improved to 10-0 in their brief history.
The unnamed Camel above is left-hander John Rooney.
The Loons have another mascot who debuted with them Back in 2007 – Lou E. Loon
Nice update on Mark Williams, he was totally off my radar. I’m wondering what other hidden gems you’ll find for us throughout the year. A mid 90’s FB and a relatively low K rate compared to other guys doesn’t sound that impressive, but he seems to get the job done.
Today is a day to celebrate a nice series against a first place Cubbies team featuring old friend Joc Pederson. Not a first team any longer thanks to the last three wins and a nice little streak going into a two game series against the overperforming Giants.
The Dodgers are getting healthier and the results are there in the early going. I had a feeling that Belli and Muncy coming off the IL during the Padres series wouldn’t help too much since they would be getting their timing right. Sure enough, a few days later and they started to roll.
It seems that people want create or succumb to a narrative when looking for explanations as to why things are going well, often ignoring the simplest solution. Before long each narrative gets destroyed.
Doc is so used to playing with one arm tied behind our backs, he gets a couple of players back while getting swept by a division rival and still plays with one hand tied behind our backs during the next series against a first place team.
Here’s the guys that sat during the Cubs series…
Thursday – Turner, Smith
Friday – Taylor
Saturday – Bellinger
Sunday – Muncy, Smith, Pollock
It sure looks like they’re saving guys to play in this two game series against the Giants starting tonight.
Let’s destroy some narratives now that the team is getting healthier.
Not the 2020 Dodgers? Yeah, I really wish Joc was on our team after turning in that 1-11 performance over the weekend. I bet the Cubbies wish Schwarber was still on the team right about now. We could really use Kike’s .690 OPS.
People have been complaining about the bullpen all year. I think they’re sitting around 10th overall in ERA on the season, but the last couple of weeks, they’ve been pretty damn good. Still missing Knebel, Alexander and Graterol, our horrible pen is 4th overall in the last 15 days with a 3.07 ERA. Not bad considering that they’re still covering for that no 5 starter going short.
People are talking about walking away from Bellinger, who’s probably one of the best defensive Center Fielders in the league. In his last 7 games, his triple slash is .368/.519/.684. Does that look like a guy you want to give up on?
The sticky situation is going to hurt our pitchers most. Kershaw just pitched his best game of the year, Urias just punched out 12 in 5 innings, Bueller, Bauer and Gonsolin were all very solid with Both Bueller and Bauer turning in quality starts and Gonsolin allowing just 1 run in each start so far, going a little deeper each time.
It’s pretty easy to see where this is going next. Lux will be the easy target as he’s mired in a slump. He is also the obvious choice of someone that really needs a day off (Go figure that everyone else gets a day or two).
But, he’s our best defensive option at SS until Corey returns and it seems like they aren’t in much of a hurry to get Corey back. Pollock will continue take flack even if he’s hitting 318/348/636 in his last 7 games. And people will want to bench him for McKinstry 227/320/500 during the same period (Go Figure).
I’m going to try to help Doc with his lineup today. With flyball pitcher Bauer on the mound, let’s give Lux that well over due off day today.
Mookie RF
Belli CF
Turner 3B
Muncy 1B
Smith C
Taylor SS
Z-Mack 2B
Pollock LF
Please don’t put Barnes in the lineup in either of these next two games. As a matter of fact, can’t he just take 10 and rest that ankle and give Ruiz a shot?
I loved Kike, although he never became the hitter I predicted. However, this year in 228 AB’s he is hitting .228 with a .289 OB% and has 7 HR. He was replaced by Zach McKinstry who, due to injury, has only 112 AB’s. But he has 4 HR and a .309 OB%. He is not the defensive equal of Kike at 2B, but he will get better and he is very good in the OF. Zach McKinstry is a baller. and I think he will end up in the .270-.280 BA range with a .340-.350 OB%. The Dodgers do not miss Kike. Joc is missed somewhat, but he still cannot hot LH pitching as he has ZERO HR against them. It simply made no sense to pay Joc $10 Million. On a healthy team, Pollock and McKinstry platooning in LF is a strong duo.
I think Doc is wise in sitting guys with greater frequency than normal. Injuries have been numerous and erring on the side of rest is good right about now. With DeScalafani pitching tonight, I would think the lineup would look like this:
1. Betts RF
2. Bellinger CF
3. Turner 3B
4. Muncy 2B
5. Smith C
6. Beaty 1B
7. McKinstry LF
8. Lux SS
Lux can hit a RHP fastball!
I would IL Barnes and Call Up Kaybear for tonight’s game. Another LH Bat. Ruiz hit another HR yesterday. Ruiz now has 9 HR is 118 AB’s. The most he has ever had before was 12 in 377 AB’s. Most impressively, he only has 16 K’s!
Pretty spot on BP. I have read a lot about how the Dodgers miss Pederson and Kike. No mention of others who are not here. Baez and McGee were huge parts of last years pen. McGee is the Giants closer, and Baez has not pitched all year due to injury. Wood is in the Giants starting rotation. Every year there are changes to the roster, and new players added to the mix. Kike did hit a first pitch leadoff HR yesterday. And here is a little tidbit, the Sox and the Dodgers have exactly the same record. By the way, Buehler spells his name this way, not Bueller like Ferris.
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That is our best 8 guys currently (Only Seager missing) in my opinion, I hope Doc goes with those guys for BOTH games against the Giants.
I think McKinstry and Lux are very similar offensively, the difference is that Lux is slumping and Z-Mac is coming out of one. McKinstry has a better approach at the plate and Lux is a superior defender and baserunner. That isn’t to say that I wouldn’t mind some motivational bench time for Lux as with any player that’s struggling. I think some of it is tough luck, but when you’re always in a 0-2 hole, you’re most likely struggling.
Great read. Thanks.
The dodgers missed Joc and kike because of the guys replacing them like peters and neuse. Now that mckinstry is back and bellinger is back our options are much better. We missed Joc because he killed rh pitching and is a serviceable outfielder. In the playoffs he was able to turn it up a notch. Kike well a defensive wizard, versatile, who could get a big hit occasionally. In the playoffs having Joc was good but this team can make it up somewhere else.
As far as resting guys it is very frustrating. Given how fragile these guys are caution is probably understandable. Actually I am shocked turner has played as much as he has. Muncy has been kind of an iron man but that oblique is scary. Bellinger seems like he is ready and I don’t know if anybody really understands hamstring issues.
The bullpen is trending up mostly due to Bickford and Kelly. The way Bickford has been pitching I was surprised he used him yesterday.
I “missed” Kike right up until the reports that he had been convinced to go to the Sox by Cora. After all Kike had to say about the cheating scandal, it caused me to lose a bit of respect for him. I mean, of all people ………..
Is there any truth to the rumor that the Dodgers are trading Matt Beaty to the Dbacks for Eduardo Escobar?
Escobar’s tunneling is elite.
What does this mean?
Pablo… the Kingpin! 😉
Therealten, considering the increase in injuries this season, and there has been a rash of them, resting players is prudent and wise. Remember, counting spring training, the season and the playoffs last year, the Dodgers played less than 100 games. Giants lost LeStella to a broken bone yesterday during his rehab, Naylor of the Indians went down with a broken leg. The Dodgers lost May and Rios to injury, Corey still not ready. Lamet went down for the Padres on Saturday with forearm fatigue. There have been more soft tissue injuries this season than in the past. And everyone is still searching for reasons why. SC, I have not seen nor heard that one anywhere.
Bear yeah it is understandable and prudent just frustrating.
The last few years have been frustrating for every one. I hate the shift. Personally I think it makes the game too much like softball. I think limiting where the infielders can go will produce more offense. I mean Machado playing in short RF, give me a break. Yeah, it would not make any difference if players would simply beat the shift by bunting or going the other way, but that is not the way they are taught anymore.
at LEAST modify the current version by making all infielders start in the dirt.
That is being tested in the minors Porpoise. Also making it where the has to be 2 infielders on each side of the base.
You’ve identified the simplest solution: Hit ’em where they ain’t.
Batters used to be trained to do that–to “go with the pitch,” etc. Slugging for the fences was the exception. To my knowledge baseball has never had a rule regarding the positioning of players. Why should that be changed?
The game needs more Ichiros, Carews and Gwynns….
On another matter, I wonder how many injuries are due to the increase in velocity in recent years.
I mean, Cal Ripken must have gotten hit on the hands by a few fastballs…
Where did you hear that?
What rumors? He’s been linked to the White Sox, who have suffered a rash of injuries.
If the rumors are true, I would make that trade. His defense is above average at multiple positions. He can spot Turner as often as needed, hit’s lefties well, he can play 2nd instead of Lux when a leftie pitches. He can even play SS.
Assuming the Dodgers go into the playoffs with all of their regulars healthy and Lux back over at 2nd, the one glaring weakness is Lux hitting against LHP. Escobar fixes this….and is a defensive upgrade when he fills in at 3b.
Kershaw is 59 K’s from catching Sutton for #1 all-time. I’m surprised we haven’t heard more about it.
Giants throwing their two best at the Dodgers, Desclafani tonight, and Gausman tomorrow. 16-3 between them. Bauer 7-5 then Buehler 7-1 counter them. Dodgers 3.5 out. Have played one game more than SF. Then a day off and on to DC to play a resurgent Nats team.
P&G I don’t think anyone wants to walk away from Bellinger. The usual discussion has been the decision of signing him long term and for how long. My view has been that extending Bellinger would be for no more 6 years. This is because of the violence in his swing. I doubt he can continue to swing like he currently does long term without incurring injuries. If he would not swing as hard and be more concerned with contact and going the other way he could become a top five player when you take into consideration his speed and GG defense at CF, RF, and 1B. With his athleticism and power he would still hit 30-40 HRs and consistently drive in 100+ runs. I have no problem with his play currently and want him to be successful. He has had a tough season so far with injuries. Let’s hope that doesn’t becomes an issue. The Dodgers have this season and two more seasons to get a real picture on what Cody’s future will be. I’m sure Seager’s FA will be a determining factor in resigning Bellinger. Bottom line for me is Cody is a very good player now, but with some adjustments to his swing he could be a consistent super star player and a HOF’er. I want to see a player who is very good to use his baseball IQ and athleticism to become an all time great player.
I enjoyed reading the rest of your post. You have been posting some good observations on a daily basis. Keep up it.
Carry on
* I have to admit, I never paid Zach McKinstry much attention even in spring training. I watch him more carefully than I did the other prospects at the plate like Peters, Reks, Raley, Lux, K-Bear and some AA guys. After his hot start I thought it might have been just that, a nice start before he was injured. I should have noticed that this kid can swing it. I’m sure Bear had written him up and knows his history but I missed it. He looks like a guy who is heads above the others with his bat to ball skills.
Just based on the numbers, it looks like he found himself in 2018 where he hit .282 an impressive .861 in 3 levels and .364 and .882 in 2019 in AA & AAA. I really like this kid.
* Dodgers were very efficient scoring 7 on 8 hits.
* CK has morphed into a slider pitcher and that’s fine with me. What an awesome performance.
* Nice performance by Belli who hopefully gets on one of his hot streaks.
* Speaking of Bellinger, some folks on this site seem to perseverate and criticize other poster’s previous thoughts and opinions. It’s a form of competition they must need to win. Since Bellinger has had a couple of great games now, all who every said anything about Bellinger’s future or hitting slumps are walking away from him and being a Bellinger hater. I guess I’m one of the guilty ones.
I will say that I have no reason to root against or bash Bellinger. Below is my previous comment about Belli, not long ago. Tedraymond and I were exchanging thoughts about Bellinger’s history in light of whether he or Seager should be sighed. I wrote
“tedraymond, I took your numbers here on Bellinger and dug a little deeper. For starters I agree with you on his value at 3 positions, great speed and base running. He was other worldly through 2017, 2018 and the half of 2019. His 1.137 1st half was unsustainable. The 2nd half of 2019 he still posted a .921 OPS but his homers dropped from 27 to 20 and his average from .345 to .259. Still those were MVP numbers despite a slide to reality the 2nd half.
Since then, as you pointed out, it’s been .789 and .641. Still nice numbers but trending in the wrong direction. I know he’s been injured and he’s only 25. But I’m on record as being suspicious of his swing long-term. Time will tell but sitting right here, right now, I would be reluctant to sign him to a massive Boras type contract unless that trend turns around in the next 2 years. If it’s one or the other with Seager. I would sign Seager even with his perceived defensive liabilities, assuming he doesn’t want a 300 million dollar deal.”
So, that’s what I said. If that makes me one of those stupid “Bellinger Haters” who want to walk away from him, then I’m guilty as charged.
* I can’t wait to beat the Giants.
pj – I posted this on March 2, 2020 re: Zach McKinstry
https://ladodgertalk.com/2020/03/02/mckinstry-ex-zach-ly-knocking-on-the-door/
I have always seen him as a guy who simply willed himself to get better and better. He is a very good team player and an exemplary young man. He just seems grateful to be where he is, unexpectedly to many. He looks like he has fun playing the game.
Gotta love McKinstry.
It’s not hard to see why, based on their perceived potential, Lux is one who gets nurtured. It’s not just money that’s been invested in the former First Round pick who dazzled in the minors with displays of power and speed. It’s the ego of the scouts and AF and others who have endorsed him as The Future–and, according to reports, refused to put in a deal for Lindor. That belief and great expectations built his “runway.”
McKinstry, meanwhile, had to hustle and scrape to get their attention. Late rounders like him are supposed to be “depth guys,” and they either swim or sink.
Unless Lux starts to deliver on his promise–and starts hitting lefthanded pitching–he and McKinstry could switch roles. Or maybe Chris Taylor becomes the full-time second baseman.
No shame in that for Lux. With his speed, he could be a terrific outfielder.
Jurickson Profar was the Wander Franco of his day. He didn’t become a superstar, but he’s a really good utility guy.
pj – I posted this re: Zach McKinstry on March 2, 2020
https://ladodgertalk.com/2020/03/02/mckinstry-ex-zach-ly-knocking-on-the-door/
Not good enough to post twice. First post didn’t seem to have been posted.
Thanks for the write-up on Washington. Not on my radar either.
Thanks also to philjones for once again making points I’d want to make.
That said…
If it’s a choice between Seager and Belli, I’d go with the Gold Glove MVP because there are so many capable shortstops today. Few hit as well (though some do) but many are better fielders.
If Lux was crushing it right now, we’d be telling Seager to take your time getting healthy–and take some grounders at 3rd and 1st.
The rumor is that the D-Backs and Chi Sox are progressing in talks involving Escobar. Reported on MLBtraderumors a little while ago.
Don’t tell me you can’t see the resemblance:
That second guy with the violent swing didn’t do well either… did he?
Come on. That’s crazy. Bellinger hits with more upper-cut. He has a lot more snap from wrist and elbow at the end of his swing than Williams. They are both tall, skinny and hit left handed and both stood up pretty straight. That’s about it.
Look at the numbers. Williams AVERAGED 50 K’s per season with his balanced swing. In the season that he hit .406, he struck out 27 times all season., vs. 147 walks. And Bellinger is like Williams?
Look at how Williams holds his front shoulder in.
I read somewhere, not sure when or where, that Ted Williams had 40/20 vision. That could be another reason why he so many BB vs K’s.
William’s vision was 20/10. Meaning he could see at 20 feet what most people saw in 10. The internet is great when it comes to finding this kind of info. Also accounts for the fact he was a pretty good fighter pilot during the Korean war.
I think that may be close to average for MLB players, although I seem to remember the actual media is around 12 or something.
As in 20/12.
In case you haven’t noticed, baseball has changed (a lot) since Ted Williams. Ted Williams might have considered Sabermetrics and struck out a lot more and have 900 HR’s. It’s a different era, but there are similarities.
Good post Mark. There are certainly many things that look similar, especially both finishes on that straight front leg. What I do see different is less stepping in the bucket and less head movement downward, pre-swing with Teddy Ballgame. He’s a little more off the plate as well and has less uppercut. But both don’t get cheated. Ted held up for 19 years swing that way. I hope Bellinger can do the same. I’m a Bellinger fan and hope he justifies a hefty contract in 2 years. We’ll see. I’m just not convinced he will hold up. Just my opinion which is total speculation on my part.
Thanks for the information and repost DC, on McKinstry. Great information on this kid. You said “He (Doc) describes him as a guy who doesn’t “Wow you.”, when you first see him”. That was me. I sure like his swing now and his approach to hitting. He looks hitterish to me, for sure
Zach McKinstry is a Ballplayer!
At this time he certainly seems more “hitterish” than lux does.
I would never bat Lux in front of any one on the Dodgers except Barnes. Everyone else is a better hitter at this point, and that includes Souza.
Yeah, I have been rooting for him, but currently do not think Souza will make the cut at the rate he is going. Lux WiLL make the cut, not saying he should at this point though.
I am not saying Souza will be on the roster come playoff time, what I am saying is that Souza is a more accomplished major league hitter than Lux is. You take away his injury years, and he is a pretty good hitter with very good power. If he were playing regularly, he would be hitting better most likely. Lux is a kid, and he will get better we hope, but right now, he is pulling the ball too much and taking way too many hittable pitches. Bauer has not given up a HR to the Giants hitters so far. Desclafani has given up dingers to Lux, Beaty and Muncy. The HR by Lux was a granny.
Sometimes I’m amazed by what passes for analysis around here.
If you want to talk out of your ass, at least admit that’s what you’re doing.
Nobody knows anything.
HUH …… “no one knows anything”
Well AT LEAST that means everyone is starting from the same place, eh?
And after all, the root word in analysis is “anal”, so I am pretty sure that takes care of your “talking out of your ass” statement, only MUCH DEEPER. Maybe it is just your comprehension is lacking.
Just sayin’
🙂
Well-Formed!
Tonight’s winning lineup:
RF Mookie
1B Max
3B Justin
CF Cody
C Will
2B Chris
SS Gavin
LF AJ
P Trevor
I’m pleasantly surprised that no key guys are sitting like usual.
Delighted that Doc has identified ZMac’s need for a rest day today after hitting a grand slam and going 2-4.
I figured Doc would go with the SUPPOSED better defense (Lux over McKinstry) option over the better offense (McKinstry over Lux) option. That’s Doc for you.
It’s a minor gripe.
Could have put Zach in left instead of AJ.
Same defense preference according to Doc. Pollock better than McKinstry defensively so Doc prefers Pollock.
Doc survived being a baseball player because of his defense and speed. He sucked as a hitter. So he favors defense.
lol – He was a part time player, so he wants to turn everyone into a part-time player. 😉
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Wow. That explains a lot, I had no idea, Hah hah
Why make up one fake name when you can make up 10?
Some people have too much time on their hands.
Belt to 10 day IL, has damage to his knee. Ketel Marte to 10 day IL. Angels transferring Trout to 60 day IL. Eligible to come off on the 17th of July. Dodgers not expecting Seager until after All Star Break. Old friend Scott Schebler recalled by the Angels. Watching Blade Runner. Still a great movie. Vandy leading Mississippi State in 4th inning, 4-1. First game of the finals.
Blade Runner is great.
Blade Runner 2049 is underrated.
IMO
Yes it is. I liked them both. Rutger Hauer is great as the bad replicant in the original.
Jimmy Nelson has reinvented himself as a bullpen ace:
https://blogs.fangraphs.com/jimmy-nelson-has-reinvented-himself-as-a-bullpen-ace/
I’ll say it again: Unless Lux proves he can hit lefties, his destiny is as a platoon utility guy. With his speed, he should be getting reps in the OF. In the infield, quickness is more important than speed. In the outfield, speed > quickness.
Lux could be a terrific outfielder. So what if he’s not the next Seager or Belli, but turns out to be the left-handed-hitting version of Chris Taylor.
And I’m impressed with Bear’s multitasking. I’d be rooting for young Harrison Ford to lead Missippi State to a comeback victory.
And while this probably won’t help Hodges and Wills, a former Dodger PR boss has just been named president of the Hall of Fame.
https://baseballhall.org/news/josh-rawitch-named-hall-of-fame-president
Josh is a very good friend of mine. He was very close to Derrick Hall and followed him to Arizona. I can’t say much about this, but he is perfect for this position. After the season is over, I will have an interview with him. You always knew that the position he had was just a stepping-stone.
Bauer doesn’t have his best stuff but he’s battling
I love the home run but let’s string some hits together
I hope Lux is reading this site.
Go the other way, go the other way, go the other way
Why is pollock in this game? Do we miss Joc? Yes pollock has no fire he looks like he is just going through the motions. He looks helpless against the giants. My gosh put mckinstry in the lineup against right ganders. I think this is why AF went after yoshi he just hasn’t panned out.
Did Mookie not run out of the box on what should have been a double. I’ve noticed earlier this week he also jogged to first base on an infield out that was bobbled by the second baseman that had be been running hard I think he may have beat it out.
Protecting a tight muscle or just not hustling? Inquiring minds want to know.
Gray threw a simulated game.
Wow what an exciting game. Kept me on the edge of my chair all the way through. Bullpen did a heckuva job, And Bauer really battled
Giants will be kicking themselves with that loss.
Treinen and kenley getting it done.
Had to watch the Giant postgame show in Northern CA and they said Bauer threw 72 Four seam FBs in his start in SF and tonight threw just 15. His RPMs on his four-seam was down by over 300 RPMs.
The no sticky rule is impacting Bauer’s four seamer that he gets a lot of punch outs up in the zone.
If you want more offense in baseball take away the shift.
Kenley is now 15th All-time in saves. Rollie Fingers is the next to be passed by KJ