World Baseball Classic

[blackeyedpoops]

I just want to know what people thought about this competition and who they thought would win. I haven't seen them yet but I think the team from the Dominican Republic looks pretty good. Nobody know what to expect from the Cubans. I couldn't put all the teams in the poll but I put the ones that I thought might be good.

[Jimothy51]

The obvious choice is Team USA because they are the most balanced team, but I'm going to go out on a limb and pick Venezuela. Johann Santana, Freddy Garcia, and Carlos Zambrano are 3 of the best pitchers in the tournament. Bobby Abreu and Miguel Cabrera are a devastating 3-4 combo. Vizquel and Carlos Guillen are both quality players too.

[a7x1337]

who the fuck voted canada?

[wsuwarrior]

who the fuck voted canada?

two idiots so far

Its going to be either the US, Dominican Republic, or Venezuela....my guess is the dominican republic but im rooting for the home team.

[bluesheep]

I voted Canada you little cumdumpsters.

[Rick Derris]

Me too, faggoty faggots.

[blackeyedpoops]

i dont think i could even name a single played on the canadian team.

[kevinsmith]

I'm going to the USA vs Canada game Wednesday. I'll give you all a first hand report of how it went. :)

[YankeesSuck]

Everyone should drop out of the WBC.

[bluesheep]

i dont think i could even name a single played on the canadian team.


Team Canada:

Jason Bay - Rookie of the year 2 years ago
Jeff Francis
Eric Gangé - Major League record for most consecutive saves
Corey Koskie
Justin Morneau
Paul Quantrill
Matt Stairs
Rheal Cormier

Coach: Larry Walker



If you don't know these guys, you clearly know SHIT about baseball.

[Wu-tang]

lol...there nothing compared to the USA team...

[rocky racoon]

I really surprised more people haven't chosen the Dominican Republic. Albert Pujols, David Ortiz, and Miguel Tejada.

[GNR Fan]

I really surprised more people haven't chosen the Dominican Republic. Albert Pujols, David Ortiz, and Miguel Tejada.

Good Offence doesnt equal good baseball team. You need to be all around good.

[pumkinphil13]

i think that it is pretty obvious who is going to win- the Dominican Republuc. their team is stacked

[blackeyedpoops]

Team Canada:

Jason Bay - Rookie of the year 2 years ago
Jeff Francis
Eric Gangé - Major League record for most consecutive saves
Corey Koskie
Justin Morneau
Paul Quantrill
Matt Stairs
Rheal Cormier

Coach: Larry Walker



If you don't know these guys, you clearly know SHIT about baseball.

I meant that I couldn't name anyone off the top of my head. I didn't look it up like you did. By the way, coming off an injury like that I doubt eric gagne will do SHIT for Canada. He only played like 15 games or something last year and hasnt seen REAL action in a while. Besides, hes a closer.....how many innings can he possibly pitch? And Jason Bay and Corey Koskie, Paul Quantrill, Justin Morneau, and Matt stairs are not very likely to lead Canada to victory.

[rocky racoon]

Holy cow. Don't double post.


Holy cow. Don't double post.

[wsuwarrior]

Team Canada:

Jason Bay - Rookie of the year 2 years ago
Jeff Francis
Eric Gangé - Major League record for most consecutive saves
Corey Koskie
Justin Morneau
Paul Quantrill
Matt Stairs
Rheal Cormier

Coach: Larry Walker



If you don't know these guys, you clearly know SHIT about baseball.


That team wouldnt even beat the Yankees...

[Jimothy51]

Team Canada:

Jason Bay - Rookie of the year 2 years ago
Jeff Francis
Eric Gangé - Major League record for most consecutive saves
Corey Koskie
Justin Morneau
Paul Quantrill
Matt Stairs
Rheal Cormier

Coach: Larry Walker



If you don't know these guys, you clearly know SHIT about baseball.
Compare that team to the Dominican Republic
Pitchers
Miguel Batista
Eude Brito
Daniel Cabrera
Bartolo Colon
Francisco Liriano
Damaso Marte
Odalis Perez
Fernando Rodney
Duaner Sanchez
Jorge Sosa
Julian Tavarez
Robinson Tejeda
Salomon Torres
Infielders ... no Aramis Ramirez at 3B
Ronnie Belliard
Adrian Beltre
Pedro Feliz
David Ortiz
Placido Polanco
Albert Pujols
Jose Reyes
Alfonso Soriano
Miguel Tejada
Outfielders
Moises Alou
Juan Encarnacion
Vladimir Guerrero
Wily Mo Pena
Willy Taveras
Catchers
Juan Brito
Alberto Castillo
Ronny Paulino
or the USA
Pitchers
Roger Clemens
Chad Cordero
Brian Fuentes
Todd Jones
Al Leiter
Brad Lidge
Gary Majewski
Joe Nathan
Jake Peavy
Scot Shields
Huston Street
Mike Timlin
Dan Wheeler
Dontrelle Willis
Infielders
Derek Jeter
Chipper Jones
Derrek Lee
Alex Rodriguez
Mark Teixeira
Chase Utley
Michael Young
Outfielders
Johnny Damon
Jeff Francoeur
Ken Griffey Jr.
Matt Holliday
Vernon Wells
Randy Winn
Catchers
Michael Barrett
Brian Schneider
Jason Varitek
and Venezuela
Pitchers
Tony Armas
Rafael Betancourt
Giovanni Carrara
Gustavo Chacin
Kelvim Escobar
Freddy Garcia
Carlos Hernandez
Jorge Julio
Victor Moreno
Ricardo Palma
Francisco Rodriguez
Johan Santana
Carlos Silva
Carlos Zambrano
Victor Zambrano
Infielders
Edgardo Alfonzo
Miguel Cabrera
Carlos Guillen
Tomas Perez
Marco Scutaro
Omar Vizquel
Outfielders
Bobby Abreu
Tony Alvarez
Endy Chavez
Magglio Ordonez
Robert Perez
Juan Rivera
Catchers
Henry Blanco
Ramon Hernandez
Victor Martinez

and Canada doesn't really stand a chance.

[bluesheep]

Maybe not against Dominican, but we do against the US.

[Wu-tang]

lol Canada won't even beat Japan.

[wsuwarrior]

Maybe not against Dominican, but we do against the US.

bullshit they do...

[blackeyedpoops]

its hard to tell whos gonna beat who because there are so many players that not many people have heard about before and you dont know what to expect of them

[wsuwarrior]

well ill tell you one thing, canada will NOT win it...whoever thinks they will is just either stupid or in denial.

(only canadians will vote for canada)

[bobtheflob]

The US, Dominican Republic, Cuba, and Venezuela are the 4 with a legitimate shot to win it. Japan is a darkhorse, and Canada, Korea, and Puerto Rico won't make fools of themselves but don't have a chance to win either.

I think the US has the best team, but the Latin players probably have more nationalistic pride. I heard the Cuban league is in the middle of the season right now, so they won't have the rust the other players do.

[kevinsmith]

The US, Dominican Republic, Cuba, and Venezuela are the 4 with a legitimate shot to win it. Japan is a darkhorse, and Canada, Korea, and Puerto Rico won't make fools of themselves but don't have a chance to win either.

I think the US has the best team, but the Latin players probably have more nationalistic pride. I heard the Cuban league is in the middle of the season right now, so they won't have the rust the other players do.

You know, that's a great point. A lot of these players aren't in the peak shape that they would be in the middle of the season...I wonder how much of a detriment that will be to our team. I can see a lot of the players being somewhat cavalier towards it because "hey, we're the US, no one can beat us" only to barely win or even lose. I hope that doesn't happen though.

Anyone seen pitching probables? I want to know who I'm going to see pitching tommorow.

[bsquared977]

there is a world series of baseball?

[Devastation]

there is a world series of baseball?
Yes, the World Series is played every October, between the AL Champs and the NL Champs.

The World Baseball Classic was created due to baseball being dropped by the Summer Olympics.

Go USA.

Slightly go Canada.

[bsquared977]

crap i meant cup, theres a world cup of baseball?

[MalYoung]

Boy its tough, the Dominican team has an incredible offense with decent pitching.
The American team is balanced on both ends.
The Venezualen team has amazing pitching with OK offense.
Overall, though, the Dominican team takes it.

[/Tilt/]

The Dominican Republic is pretty wicked, but I still give the edge to the US. They have the good balanced team. The only chance Canada has is if they start Gagne every game, and something tells me that won't happen.

[TheDawgPound72]

Yeah, since he's with the Dodgers in Spring Training recovering from elbow surgery.

[YankeesSuck]

Big Papi sent em deep today!

[beardo]

Team Canada:

Jason Bay - Rookie of the year 2 years ago
Jeff Francis
Eric Gangé - Major League record for most consecutive saves
Corey Koskie
Justin Morneau
Paul Quantrill
Matt Stairs
Rheal Cormier

Coach: Larry Walker



If you don't know these guys, you clearly know SHIT about baseball.

Its Gagne

Matt stairs is like your best player

btw i want south africa to win, eitehr them or the aussies, taht would be hilarious

[wsuwarrior]

The only chance Canada has is if they start Gagne every game, and something tells me that won't happen.

news flash: Gagne is a closer...not a starter...and Canada has no chance in hell to win this thing.

[Epic Sandwich]

Baseball is lame.
As is this post.

[crocop]

Lol people actually think Canada is going to win the WBC

[bsquared977]

lol people actually care about baseball

[bluesheep]

lol people actually care about baseball
LOL like lol ROFL ya lol!!11 Of course people care about baseball you bull-dyke bitch.

[Chewy]

LOL like lol ROFL ya lol!!11 Of course people care about baseball you bull-dyke bitch.
leave 'em alone he collects beanie babies, they are much more interesting. :rolleyes:

[/Tilt/]

news flash: Gagne is a closer...not a starter...and Canada has no chance in hell to win this thing.
News Flash: Of course I know he's a closer. It's called sarcasm. But yeah Canada has no shot.

[Jimothy51]

Canada had to rally in the 9th against South Africa to win.:lol:

Big Papi sent em deep today!
Twice, and both off left-handers. That is a really good sign. Especially when one of the lefties is the best pitcher in baseball.

[bluesheep]

And Canada beats the USA, what did I say? Fuckers....

[wsuwarrior]

hmm...thats pretty shocking...just proves that in baseball aaaanything can happen. Even the Royals(canada) beat the Yankees(USA) sometimes...

[YankeesSuck]

wtf Canada won lol. Too many Yankee players on the team, making the US suck. :lol:

[a7x1337]

as a proud american, all i can say is 'lmao'

dontrelle willis' performance today makes me worry about my fantasy team...

[wsuwarrior]

they still wont win it all...and the US will move on to the next round anyway.

[blackeyedpoops]

WoW Adam Stern with an inside the park homer. Cant wait to have him on the red sox when the regular season comes around!!!

[YankeesSuck]

WoW Adam Stern with an inside the park homer. Cant wait to have him on the red sox when the regular season comes around!!!

Adam Stern > Johnny Damon lol

You see the catches he made too? Crazy! He isn't our starter though.

[liquid jesus]

after watching these last two games for america this team looks like shit, They barely beat a mediocre mexico team and lost to a very mediocre candian team. With the way they are playing now the domicans are going to fuckin kill us.

[Wu-tang]

Even the Texans can win a few games...

[Aznor]

Canada had to rally in the 9th against South Africa to win.:lol:


Twice, and both off left-handers. That is a really good sign. Especially when one of the lefties is the best pitcher in baseball.

Would you look at that. Canada 8 USA 6. Shucks, USA had to rally back from 8-0 but came up a little short. :dunce:

[Chewy]

sorry I should stated this when the thread opened but I voted Cuba.

WTF
first Canada loses out in Olympic hockey
then they beat the US in Baseball??
next thing is some skinny white guy from Canada will win NVP in Basketball... then I'd have seen everything.:cool:

[Face Plant]

Wow 12.20% think Canada will take the Classic. I'm glad Canada beat the US and all but my fellow Canuckleheads are dreaming.

Who thinks this format is stupid. You can't decide who's best in a short series of games, Baseball is played in 162 game scheds for a reason.

Funniest name in the WBC from South Korea, Bum Ho Lee.

[wsuwarrior]

sorry I should stated this when the thread opened but I voted Cuba.

WTF
first Canada loses out in Olympic hockey
then they beat the US in Baseball??
next thing is some skinny white guy from Canada will win NVP in Basketball... then I'd have seen everything.:cool:

the NVP would be quite an accomplishment since such an award does not exist.

[/Tilt/]

My friend just lost a bet. He bet another kid 5 bucks that Jason Bay would homer yesterday. Just thought I'd add that.

[blackeyedpoops]

My friend just lost a bet. He bet another kid 5 bucks that Jason Bay would homer yesterday. Just thought I'd add that.

thank you....i was dying to know

[Jimothy51]

The bipolar Canada team is losing 6-0 to Mexico.:squint:

[a7x1337]

:D yes! mexico beat canada!

i fucking swear, if the us doesnt beat south africa...

[bluesheep]

That had to be the worst baseball I've ever seen from Canada, truly a big disappointment.

[blackeyedpoops]

ya never know....us may lose to south africa....this last week proves that anything can happen in baseball.

[wsuwarrior]

the US is beating south africa 10-0 in the second inning....byebye canada.

[ShapeShifter]

the US is beating south africa 10-0 in the second inning....byebye canada.
damn skippy!

I still can't believe the canadians beat us in that game. Oh well, we're gonna advance and that's what it's all aboot!

[a7x1337]

woah, we're really pwning those south africans. 14-0, top of the third. griffey jr. with two home runs in the game.

[bluesheep]

the US is beating south africa 10-0 in the second inning....byebye canada.
Heh, we'll take that win over the US, fuckers....

[ShapeShifter]

Heh, we'll take that win over the US, fuckers....
*Tries to remember when the last time a Canadian team won the Stanley Cup was*

*is stumped*



*googles*

[wsuwarrior]

Heh, we'll take that win over the US, fuckers....

we'll keep that in mind while the canada team goes back to lumberjacking.:rolleyes:

[bluesheep]

*Tries to remember when the last time a Canadian team won the Stanley Cup was*

*is stumped*



*googles*
Yeah, too bad we pretty much own hockey, faggot.

[ShapeShifter]

Yeah, too bad we pretty much own hockey, faggot.
Yeah, you own it so much the last time a canadian team won the cup was like 15 years ago, faggot.


And yes, I know that about 90% of NHL players are Canadian.

*hugs Thornton*

[rocky racoon]

Yeah, you own it so much the last time a canadian team won the cup was like 15 years ago, faggot.


And yes, I know that about 90% of NHL players are Canadian.

*hugs Thornton*


Your argument makes no sense. Shut the fuck up. Faggot.

[Wu-tang]

lol Canada's hockey team got knocked out the same round that the America's did...and no one even likes hockey over here.

[crocop]

Haha u canadians that got mad at me for my last post.Im one of the 2 people that voted 4 mexico.

[Nash_61]

Baseball is the most BORING sport to watch, soooo SLOOOOOOW, but it is fun to play after a couple beers, whats this Canada beats U.S.A at there own game AAHAHAHAHAHAHHAAH!

[Jimothy51]

Does every thread have to turn into a US vs. Canada bitchfest? Bottom line Canada beat the US, but the US moves on. Now let's actually talk about baseball. I like the US over Japan today, although Koji Uehara is one of the best pitchers nobody has ever heard of. Japan hitters have very rarely seen a moving fastball, and Jake Peavy has a good one.

[MalYoung]

Baseball is the most BORING sport to watch, soooo SLOOOOOOW, but it is fun to play after a couple beers, whats this Canada beats U.S.A at there own game AAHAHAHAHAHAHHAAH!
Then why did you post here? And just so you know, baseball moves at a faster pace than football.
But the American team reminds me of the 2004 Cubs, they really rely on hitting solo homers and having the pitching carry them just far enough.

[blackeyedpoops]

Does every thread have to turn into a US vs. Canada bitchfest?

of course it does. not sure why but it always does

[atreyu_2020]

I voted South Africa because I'm treating this poll as a joke, just like the baseball classic is..a joke.

[blackeyedpoops]

ha yeahhh US beat Japan yesterday. I want them to win but i am still sticking with my original choice which was Cuba.

[Face Plant]

Still haven't seen the highlights, what was the deal with the 8th inning run by Japan that was disallowed. Was it a bullshit call?

Was Japan robbed or not? Television replays did not seem to show Tsuyoshi Nishioka leaving third early when he tagged up in the eighth inning, but an umpire upheld an appeal by Team USA at a critical moment in yesterday World Baseball Classic game that left the Americans sighing with relief.
Nishioka's run would have given Japan a 4-3 lead and it initially appeared he was safe on a short fly to left. Plate umpire Bob Davidson - whose call it is to make, he said - ruled Nishioka left too soon.
http://www.mercurynews.com/mld/mercurynews/sports/14086252.htm

[Jimothy51]

Still haven't seen the highlights, what was the deal with the 8th inning run by Japan that was disallowed. Was it a bullshit call?
Yes, it was a completely bullshit call. The ball was clearly in Winn's glove and the runner was still on 3rd. The US should have lost.

[Face Plant]

Yes, it was a completely bullshit call. The ball was clearly in Winn's glove and the runner was still on 3rd. The US should have lost.

Holy fuck I just seen it, that was a brutal call. Even if he did go early (which he didn't) the umps will usaully give the benefit of the doubt to the runner if its close.

A clip exists on the WBC site front page 'Japan run nullified' http://www.worldbaseballclassic.com/2006/index.jsp

[Jimothy51]

Holy fuck I just seen it, that was a brutal call. Even if he did go early (which he didn't) the umps will usaully give the benefit of the doubt to the runner if its close.

A clip exists on the WBC site front page 'Japan run nullified' http://www.worldbaseballclassic.com/2006/index.jsp
I don't know which was worse; the call, or Randy Winn's arm.

Did anyone else see Ortiz's home run today. The thing went out of the park. Literally. He's already in midseason form.

[a7x1337]

korea is handing america's asses to 'em...

[YankeesSuck]

I don't know which was worse; the call, or Randy Winn's arm.

Did anyone else see Ortiz's home run today. The thing went out of the park. Literally. He's already in midseason form.

Hell yes Ortiz is a beast, be afraid be very afraid.

korea is handing america's asses to 'em...

Game not on tv?

[a7x1337]

Game not on tv?
i don't know. i'm "watching" it on gameday on mlb.com

this is what i do all during the regular season, too, since i dont have the YES network

[blackeyedpoops]

im getting kinda confused now. so if its a tie, it goes by most runs scored. if so then we have to win by a lot and korea just has to lose? someone explain?

[Listen]

lol it's funny that korea is the only undefeated team so far, but they're the only ones on the list that didn't even get 1 vote

[wsuwarrior]

im getting kinda confused now. so if its a tie, it goes by most runs scored. if so then we have to win by a lot and korea just has to lose? someone explain?

we just have to beat mexico...Korea is already in the next round.

[blackeyedpoops]

if we dont beat mexico, that would suck. just wanted to point that out.

[Jimothy51]

Cuba beat the DR to advance to the finals. Gourriel is a stud. Someone needs to get him in the US now.

[Farmer77]

Korea vs. Japan in the semi finals are about to start. I'm very excited to see this match-up. I think the biggest surprise is how good fundamentally these international teams really are.