The Detroit Tigers won their Grapefruit League opener against the New York Mets 4-2. One quick observation from the game (from www.detroittigers.com)
"Tigers on the mound: Jeremy Bonderman, pitching without his breaking ball to focus on his other pitches early, allowed two runs on four hits in two innings. Jason Grilli and Zach Miner each pitched two innings of scoreless relief."
Let's hope the Bonderman thing does not continue through the rest of the spring and the regular season. Someone has to get in this guys head and talk him out of his early game struggles.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Grapefruit League Baseball
Hail To The Victors!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
In early action, the University of Michigan Wolverines are defeating the New York Mets 4-2 in the top of the 9th. Looks like UM will have another good baseball team this year.
The Mets tied the score in the bottom of the 9th. The game ended in a tie.
Bless You Boys!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
In the top of the 5th inning, the Tigers are defeating Florida Southern College 12-4. Newly acquired third baseman Miguel Cabrera homered in his first at bat of the spring, a two-run shot with one out in the first inning. Polanco (1st) and Inge (2nd) homered in the game as well.
Detroit ended up winning 17-4.
In early action, the University of Michigan Wolverines are defeating the New York Mets 4-2 in the top of the 9th. Looks like UM will have another good baseball team this year.
The Mets tied the score in the bottom of the 9th. The game ended in a tie.
Bless You Boys!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
In the top of the 5th inning, the Tigers are defeating Florida Southern College 12-4. Newly acquired third baseman Miguel Cabrera homered in his first at bat of the spring, a two-run shot with one out in the first inning. Polanco (1st) and Inge (2nd) homered in the game as well.
Detroit ended up winning 17-4.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
It's a results-oriented business
I am not quite sure why I allow myself to get so upset over the Lions, when I have stated before on this blog that the problem lies with the owner and not the GM, but Millen did state that "It's a results-oriented business".
Take a quick look at the RESULTS that other general managers in the Detroit sports scene have put together.
Other Musings
Take a quick look at the RESULTS that other general managers in the Detroit sports scene have put together.
- Ken Holland-Detroit Red Wings - In his 11th year (10th season thanks NHLPA), Holland has amassed a winning percentage of .663. Throw in 2 Stanley Cups (1998, 2002), and I would say the old goalie knows something about results.
- Joe Dumars-Detroit Pistons - In his 8th season playing chess with the Detroit roundballers, Joe D has put together a winning percentage of .631. With one championship under his belt, Dumars seems poised to change to address at The Palace of Auburn Hills to 6 Championship Drive. He can produce results.
- Bill Laimbeer-Detroit Shock - In 5 seasons as the main man, the former grumpy Piston as been to the finals 3 times and has 2 championships. Throw in a .618 winning percentage, and you have results.
- Dave Dombrowski-Detroit Tigers - Through 5 seasons with the GM hat (he was only President in 2002 - remember Randy Smith), the three time GM has accumalted a winning percentage of .456, not bad considering he had a winning percentage of .265 in his first year as GM. Throw in a trip to the World Series in 2006, his results are starting to show.
A pretty impressive resume for our hometown GMs, so one would conclude that the man who stated in a recent interview "It's a reults-oriented business" or "Things have been defined" was none other than Scott Pioli, the GM for the New England Patroits. As everyone could guess, it was not Pioli, but the Detroit Lions very own Matt Millen
The same Matt Millen who in 7 seasons charge has amassed a whopping winning percentage of .277 (just a hare better than the Tigers in 2003). So if that is results to Matt Millen, I would hate to see how he defines losing. Mr. Millen you have not produced results. You have not even show progress towards results. In fact the only thing that has been defined is, you are a failure as a GM. Please resign, and save whatever face you have remaining.
Enough football, until fall. (I hope)
Other Musings
- Is anyone really surprised by what is happening down in Bloomington, Indiana? Hoosier fans have a right to be upset, but should be more upset with the administration of IU than with Sampson. When you make deals with the devil, when you play with matches, you usually get burned. Kelvin Sampson is a great basketball coach, but does not like to follow the rules that the NCAA has put forth.
- The Pistons should start to worry about their nemisis on Lake Erie. The proposed trade bringing help to King James, will make them a very solid team.
- Scott Boras is having a tuff few months. First A-Rod drops him, then Kenny Rogers, and now Sheffield has Boras in his sights again. I guess everyone gets their comeupance.
- A generational divide when it comes to the DH. Click on the link. A very good blog. I just wish the NL would get over themselves already and move to the DH.
Trivia Question
What Detroit Tiger pitcher, has the best single-season hits allowed per 9IP ratio? Answer will come on Monday.
In 1998, Jeff Robinson had his best year in the major leagues posting a 13-6 record with a 2.98 ERA. In doing so, Jeff also has the Tiger single season record for hits allowed per 9IP - 6.33
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Spring is Here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
For, lo, the winter is past,
The rain is over and gone;
The flowers appear on the earth;
The time of the singing of birds is come,
And the voice of the turtle is heard in our land.
What, you say spring does not begin until March 20th. Well, I say you are wrong. Spring starts today, February 14th. Baseball season officially starts today, as the Detroit Tiger's pitchers and catchers report to spring training. It is ironic how I have to share St. Valentine's Day with both loves of my life - my lovely wife and the game of baseball. She should be used to it be now, we did visit Cooperstown on our honeymoon.
I want to dedicate this begining of spring 2008 to the three men who helped shape my love of the game. First and foremost, I want to thank my father, Alfred Henry Selich. His love for the game was deep and passionate. He was my first coach. He preached fundamentals, and was always thinking ahead to the next play. He hated to lose, but always won or lose with integrity. He passed his love and passion for the game to his three sons, and we still carry that love and passion today. He has since passed to a better place. This is the time of the year that I think about him the most.
Secondly, I want to thank my great uncle and long time Mt. Pleasant JV Baseball coach, Frank Demski. Uncle Frank, my mother's uncle, is a person that I always wanted to see when we went to Mt. Pleasant to visity my grandfather. He was always willing to play catch or throw BP. Even now, I can go to Frank Demski Field in Mt. Pleasant and tell my kids who he was and what he meant to me and my love of the game.
Lastly, I want to thank Mr. Harry Kern, the long time baseball coach at Millington High School. I first remember meeting Mr. Kern in the spring of 1985 at baseball tryouts. I could not believe that I had finally met someone outside of my family that loved the game as much as we did. It was amazing. The spring seemed to fly by, as I sat and listened and loved all the stories and phliosophies that this man had to share. It was like I had a front row seat with Ernie Harwell. To this day, whenever I see Mr. Kern, I just love to talk baseball with him.
To all three men, thank you. Happy spring to all, and Go Tigerssssssssssssssssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The rain is over and gone;
The flowers appear on the earth;
The time of the singing of birds is come,
And the voice of the turtle is heard in our land.
What, you say spring does not begin until March 20th. Well, I say you are wrong. Spring starts today, February 14th. Baseball season officially starts today, as the Detroit Tiger's pitchers and catchers report to spring training. It is ironic how I have to share St. Valentine's Day with both loves of my life - my lovely wife and the game of baseball. She should be used to it be now, we did visit Cooperstown on our honeymoon.
I want to dedicate this begining of spring 2008 to the three men who helped shape my love of the game. First and foremost, I want to thank my father, Alfred Henry Selich. His love for the game was deep and passionate. He was my first coach. He preached fundamentals, and was always thinking ahead to the next play. He hated to lose, but always won or lose with integrity. He passed his love and passion for the game to his three sons, and we still carry that love and passion today. He has since passed to a better place. This is the time of the year that I think about him the most.
Secondly, I want to thank my great uncle and long time Mt. Pleasant JV Baseball coach, Frank Demski. Uncle Frank, my mother's uncle, is a person that I always wanted to see when we went to Mt. Pleasant to visity my grandfather. He was always willing to play catch or throw BP. Even now, I can go to Frank Demski Field in Mt. Pleasant and tell my kids who he was and what he meant to me and my love of the game.
Lastly, I want to thank Mr. Harry Kern, the long time baseball coach at Millington High School. I first remember meeting Mr. Kern in the spring of 1985 at baseball tryouts. I could not believe that I had finally met someone outside of my family that loved the game as much as we did. It was amazing. The spring seemed to fly by, as I sat and listened and loved all the stories and phliosophies that this man had to share. It was like I had a front row seat with Ernie Harwell. To this day, whenever I see Mr. Kern, I just love to talk baseball with him.
To all three men, thank you. Happy spring to all, and Go Tigerssssssssssssssssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Yzerman Inducted
"The Captain" has defined the Detroit Red Wings my entire adult life. He was the person the Red Wings looked to lead them to Lord Stanley's cup. He was the person they looked to for the big goal. He was the person they looked to for the great pass. He was the person they looked to for the inspirational speach. For 20+ years he was the Red Wings. He has now taken his place among the great sports figures from Michigan.
Last evening, Steve Yzerman was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame. A recogintion well deserved.
Yzerman is one the those throw back athletes. He is loyal to the team that drafted him number 4 overall in the 1983 draft, spending his in entire career in Hockeytown. He is the silent leader who avoided trouble. He is a role model for kids. He is the person hockey players should aspire to be.
Steve Yzerman is arguably the greatest sports figure in Michigan sports history. In my opinion, he is the greatest. Yes, bigger than Gordie Howe, Al Kaline, Joe Dumars, Alan Trammell, etc. Congrats!!!!!!!!!
Chris Berman exposed
Boomer has a potty mouth. Beware of explicit, but funny lanugage. I had one of those days last week:) Smile Chris, and have a cold pint.
Last evening, Steve Yzerman was inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame. A recogintion well deserved.
Yzerman is one the those throw back athletes. He is loyal to the team that drafted him number 4 overall in the 1983 draft, spending his in entire career in Hockeytown. He is the silent leader who avoided trouble. He is a role model for kids. He is the person hockey players should aspire to be.
Steve Yzerman is arguably the greatest sports figure in Michigan sports history. In my opinion, he is the greatest. Yes, bigger than Gordie Howe, Al Kaline, Joe Dumars, Alan Trammell, etc. Congrats!!!!!!!!!
Chris Berman exposed
Boomer has a potty mouth. Beware of explicit, but funny lanugage. I had one of those days last week:) Smile Chris, and have a cold pint.
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Quitting
Let me start this by saying, that if I ever had the chance to send my kids to college to play basketball I would have sent them anywhere Bob Knight was the head coach. I believe that he took boys and made men out of them. He may not have always acted like a gentlemen or a scholar, but he always turned out men.
That said, why in the world is he quitting on his team? The man who always pushed his team to the limits. Never say never. Do not quit. He is quitting. By all accounts coming out of Texas it is not for health reasons, but because he is tired. What he was not tired in September when he signed a contract extension? Was he not tired before he won his 900th career game?
I am sure a lot of people will be reaping praise on this man (even the ones who tried to hang him years ago), but this was nothing but a cowardly, hypocritical decision. He is quitting on his team.
Monday, February 4, 2008
Granderson Locked Up
From ESPN.com
"The Detroit Tigers and center fielder Curtis Granderson agreed to a multiyear deal, sources told ESPN The Magazine's Buster Olney.
Contract terms were not immediately known.
Last season, Granderson joined Jimmy Rollins, Willie Mays and Frank "Wildfire" Schulte as the only players in major league history with 20 stolen bases, 20 homers, 20 triples and 20 doubles in a single season.
The 26-year-old Granderson, who is not yet eligible for salary arbitration, is scheduled to become a free agent after the 2011 season."
This is yet more good news out of Tigertown for all Tiger fans. I was always worried he might want to go to his hometown Chicago after 2011. Sounds like we will have him for quite some time.
"The Detroit Tigers and center fielder Curtis Granderson agreed to a multiyear deal, sources told ESPN The Magazine's Buster Olney.
Contract terms were not immediately known.
Last season, Granderson joined Jimmy Rollins, Willie Mays and Frank "Wildfire" Schulte as the only players in major league history with 20 stolen bases, 20 homers, 20 triples and 20 doubles in a single season.
The 26-year-old Granderson, who is not yet eligible for salary arbitration, is scheduled to become a free agent after the 2011 season."
This is yet more good news out of Tigertown for all Tiger fans. I was always worried he might want to go to his hometown Chicago after 2011. Sounds like we will have him for quite some time.
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