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Word on the street is that Hinch is all hat-no cattle.

Verlander was Verlander last night in a win over Seattle. IP 8 K 8 BB 0 Runs Nada Hits 3 Pitches 89 Yes, in a time far far away, he was a Tiger…

Should have drafted Joey Bart.

I recall in the not too distant past the Richmond Flying Squirrels ownership stating publicly and clearly that the team would absolutely would need a new facility if it was going to stay in Richmond. At the time of the statement I believe another site was being discussed in Richmond but can’t be sure of that. Yes, the current park is old. The current team ownership spruced it up a bit when the SF Giants relocated their AA team from Connecticut with the hopes of getting a new facility in time. As I recall, that was a part of the conversation surrounding their move. My son and his family live in the Richmond area and catch some games there in the summer. My wife and I have been there many times over the years. For years it was the AAA facility for the Richmond Braves as I’m pretty sure you know. The park is super accessible off I-95 which I have always liked. Regarding the comments about delays on opening day for concessions, I would be willing to bet that that was a direct result of staffing inefficiency's and lack of organization. I’ve been to many opening day games at different parks and it is not unusual for new hires to be less than efficient on opening night with large crowd turnouts. OJT isn’t easy. Per their promo schedule, Will Clark was scheduled to be there on opening night also. You surprised me a bit with your closing comment about Richmond possibly getting “a more appealing team than one based on the west coast.” The SF affiliate has been one of the top draws in their league since relocating from Connecticut. There have been many high profile players go through Richmond that ended up on SF WS teams. I don’t know how you could improve on their track record there. However, they absolutely do need a new park. When MLB took over the minors with their upgrade requirements, The Diamond was definitely in the spotlight. I seriously hope they get things ironed out for a new park in Richmond soon.

Mud Hen Harold?

Pulling for Faedo these days. I know this kid wants to get back in the hunt. He’d be a great addition if he can get healthy again.

Yes. Like Zimmerman, AA had Zimmerman in his sights early and was first to jump. Not a lot different with Rodriguez. I think AA had his mind made up early Rodriquez was going to be a Tiger. This guy was signed to anchor a young rotation. Hopefully he’ll be what the Tiger brass hoped they were getting.

Don’t know what Isaac did last night but Wednesday night he recorded a double and a home run at AAA Durham. This trade may work out well for both clubs, hope so.

Loud and clear here.

Anemic offense.

You made Jim’s day.

Interesting

I remember when Sterling was with TBS in Atlanta and teamed with Skip Carey, Ernie Johnson, and Pete van Wieren. Hard to believe John Sterling is the only surviving member of that crew.

My unsolicited opinion of this is it’s ridiculous. As Jim Price would say…”It makes no sense.”

Duane Kuiper announced he is retiring from traveling but will still join Krukow in the studio for games and remain active otherwise. Kuiper lost his wife unexpectadly a month or so back and the cause of her death hasn’t been reported. Kuiper is 71 as I recall.

Don’t recall if he traveled any or not. I do remember AJax and Petry filling in. I like both of those guys working with Dan. I just wondered with Jim’s issues in the past if he would just do home games going forward. He’s been strong out of the gate to date which is good.

Does anyone know if Jim is doing road games this year?

Grossman was new to the team last year from another organization. Meadows is new to the team this year coming in from another organization. 🤔

Yeah, I hate he doesn’t get a shot at finishing. There was a day not long ago where this move would be unheard of. Also, Roberts received some criticism last year for the way he handled Max at the end of the year. I understand the decision but don’t know that it will matter one way or another with a guy like Kershaw.

Baddoo!!!

As I recall, I believe Bench had Sparky on as a guest on one of the shows.

His track record suggests he’s a minor league lifer.

Thank you for noting the date. Every year since his passing I remember this date for the reason you mention. I remember the day we lost The Bird. What a real tragedy.

Fire Hinch

That was easy.