One thing about asskickings…...yesterday we were the kicker...today we were the kickee.

Today's game is tape delayed on MLB Network

Worth the price of admission is Karinchak striking out the side. First batter he throws that crazy curveball on 3-2 for a called 3rd strike.

Also struck out Tatis Jr. for the 3rd out with a called third strike curve. Struck out the side 1.2.3

Not a good day for Zimmer...3Ks

That's the one thing we all hope Zimmer can overcome.

Zimmer =. tall Chisenhall

with healthy calves

Lonnie didn't strike out so much, did he? His offense certainly was inconsistent. His defense at 3rd wasn't much but turned out like Zimmer to be a pretty good RF.

I have always fancied him as a First Baseman. Forget his speed in the outfield, we have fleet feet out there. His tall reach would be helpful, and perhaps he could then focus on his swing at the plate.

Spring training games going on for a week and I didn't even know it. too much to do at the office ....


On the other hand, ... who are these ****ing guys?

Go to the Minors Matters folder for that answer.

Who is in last place in the Cactus League?

Look how far this one went out to the opposite field.

https://twitter.com/Indians/status/1233508614196940801

Franmil just one-hopped the wall for a double today. This guy is having some spring - already his 4th double.

Of course it’s just spring training but not just are they losing every game but very few pitchers have been any good. Bieber and Hand and Wittgen and Perez. Rodriguez s potential start of the season starter has been no good. Allen and Moss his competition not much to show either. Hunter Wood is supposed to have a lock on a bullpen job and has looked rotten too.
Are any of the candidates for the OF doing much? Reyes has hit; wonder how his defense looks?

Are the minor league camps open yet? Time to thin the herd.

Finally, a game where pitching and bats showed up together.

Only negative....Zimmer 2Ks ….running out of time.

Ooops! Forgot about Mercado hurting his wrist on a diving catch.