baseball
Sabermetric analysis of all things baseball - on-and-off the field. Barry Bonds fan club.
Denver Nuggets vs Miami Heat Game
Get jerseys for only 45 dollars with Worldwide shipping at jerseys and sneakers.com take advantage of their limited time buy three get one free sale all sports available Link in the description it's the Miami Heat and the Denver Nuggets in game five of the NBA Finals they are loud and ready they've waited a long time for this night stolen by out of Bio the ball handling from the big man and a quick bucket for Miami streus fires away Spruce knocks down this first shot of the night jump shot from Caldwell Paul preserved for the first bucket for Denver Murray kicks it back out Caldwell hope trying to draw a contact that he banks at home Vincent guards him Gordon shot is good and rattles in defensive putting on a lot of pressure Joker sets a hard screen Vincent iron and Murray throws it down the heat have missed their last nine shots Michael Porter Cuts flips it up in on a beautiful pass timeout Miami Spruce Porter in Pursuits two strives layup shot is good and a foul that screws off the bounce and a chance for a three-point play the foul by the way was on jokic who still hasn't taken a shot that ends right now foreign [Music] [Applause] drives floats it up shot way off Lowry beautiful pass ahead the streus nearly blocked but he still put it in the heat Furious they thought that should have been a fast you all catch nice feed and green banks at home guarding Lowry go out of Bio jump shot in the paint is cut six early points for bam out of bile and the Heat have a chance to take the lead [Music] [Applause] green picks up another foul shot is good and one they're not a mile now with 11 points a 13-2 run for the heat you don't have to shoot well to play well Porter trying to do that flips it up that time he shot it well seven points six rebounds for Porter or tied again Lowry on the drive gets inside can't get it out of Bio tip won't go gets it again layup is good dominant Murray looking trying to draw a foul blocked by Martin Porter puts it up and that will end a wild first quarter all right Lisa Jimmy Butler the bucket the Nuggets felt that he traveled but he gets it to go for his first field goal border block by love knocked out of bounds here's Michael Porter nice feet inside Christian Brown the fake the back shot just boys and patience from the rookie Bruce Brown goes inside this time nice adjustment in the air Caleb Martin searching goes inside layup shot is curved Caleb Martin Off the Bench with six points [Applause] only taking two shots he's hitting them both Duncan Robinson gets it back that's a set play and he knocks down the three Robinson gets a good look can't hit that out of Buy on the rebound finds Robinson cutting to the basket lays it up and in Elkins backing in and backing in Double T gets up the shot goes pulls his way through the double team and scores Larry down again Lowry's on him here comes the double team kicks it out Caldwell Polk nice fake one dribble two players good good health defense stripped and stolen Bruce Brown got the strip gets the finish at the other end Lowry wants to shoot it he does a contested three and got it first points for Kyle Lowry in the lead back up to seven the Elkins floats it up and in he's four for four from the fields sorry he's got Spruce on him a little shaken beak Falling Away got it up and in [Applause] Lowry looking for an opening fires and connects boy Carl Kyle Larry what a huge impact Off the Bench bad pass stolen by Butler Butler gets inside this time he's able to finish and the leads back up to eight Brown up top to yokich he's got their only break not that time fight for the rebound oh Christian Brown Branson puts it back up and in Gabe Vincent bam out of Bio lays it up and in but they're getting good shots against the Zone it's not the shots that they're creating it's the inability for them to convertible once again attacks Michael Porter drives and flushes with the left hand ball poked away ilkich gets it back puts it up and in and a fouls [Applause] struce puts it on the floor flips it up and in 10 points for struce Gabe Vincent's jump shot is good Vincent's first field goal Porter on the drive gets inside nice move from Porter he's got 11. all right trying to get going drives inside beautiful move from Murray Kevin Love no hesitation drills the three his first points Elkins backs in and easily scores Pope the rebound off the Miss free throw Mario all off the glass won't go tipped in by jokic long three Vincent well off Here Comes Porter picks it out Murray Corner three games hands off to Spruce stroof off the bounce layup is good and a bad pass from Murray the heat though excellent defense Kayla Martin drives and finishes Miami back up by four and Denver wants time out Lowry falls down here comes Caldwell Pope Martin bumps him low Volo misses McBrown on the follow Paul punked Away by Jokers picked up by Porter Porter drives between the legs layup and Scott how did he get that to go in Robinson double team cross court goes to Vincent Vincent drives floater is good Gabe Clemson comes right back Porter a three punching in on a bio from the foul line jumper gets it a goal soft touch and another 20-point game for bam out of Bio Off the Mark ball tip to take it by Lowry and a new 14 fires away and knocks it down right now the story of the game is the offensive rebounding they've got 15 second chance points that was our best quarter held in the below 40 percent back up top they swing in the Murray Murray a three-pointer [Applause] Kayla Martin drives inside layup is good what a gorgeous move from Caleb Martin inside jokic counted Robinson with five on the 24. Lowry a corner of Three got it Lowry does it again Bruce Brown back to ilkich spins against that a mile tough shot pulling away still knocks it down Christian Brown blocked from behind by struce what a defensive play blocked by Jordan Murray jumper puts it in timeout Miami nuggets by five Caldwell Pope finds jokic jokic and the pain drops it in he's got 26 it's a seven point lead Martin the butler Butler Connor three Nails it Caldwell Polk tries a three it's good it's gonna contavious Caldwell poke Nails another back-to-back threes from Jimmy Butler Butler tries again Butler won't go but a foul oh Butler kicking that right leg out that's going to be overturned I think so Nicole on the floor stands Butler's got the last nine points for the heat it's a one-point game just over three to play Butler now aggressive looking for a shot backs in turn shoots and scores and the heat take a one-point lead Martin on him jokicz drives down a lane layup is good nuggets back up by one Butler the drive the layup and a foul Butler with the last 13 points for the Heat Murray Falling Away rebound Brown hooks the Nuggets back up by one Jimmy Butler on the drive gets inside stops stolen by Caldwell Polk and a foul too much free throws from contavious Caldwell pole it's over at last the long wait is over after 47 years the Denver Nuggets can finally call themselves NBA champions thank you
By Azeem Taj3 years ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Wins Defeats Eastchester and Pelham to Move into the Semis
Coach Ted Lawrence didn’t have any doubts about beginning the sectionals with Nick Fassert, and a less than stellar won-loss record still gave him no pause. “We didn’t score any runs for him,” lamented Lawrence. On the other hand, a 4-1 lead in the fifth seemed to break the hex. Not to be, a few tough hops and a misplayed fly ball negated the prosperity. Now, the dramatic turn of events required a hero, but for Scott Esposito, coming to the rescue was simply business as usual.
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Fight Falls Short at Somers
More Photos https://rmonetti.blogspot.com/2023/05/somers-sb-v-jj.html On Wednesday May 17, 24th seeded John Jay traveled to Somers to face number10, and there was no shortage of excitement. The lead went back and forth, and John Jay was still threatening in the seventh. But a final score that didn’t go the Wolves way was not the final tally, according to Adrionna Palmiero, who stepped in while Steve DelMoro was away with the arrival of his first child.
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in Unbalanced
My experience going to a baseball game in Europe.
I googled if there are any batting cages in Amsterdam, where I could go during my vacation in Holland. I found there was one on the outskirts of the city, connected to the stadium of the Amsterdam Pirates, the local baseball team. Next thing I noticed, that during the time I’d be in Amsterdam, the European Champion Cup would take place. I decided to get tickets for June 7th, this was a great opportunity to see what baseball culture is like outside of the U.S.
By fredi schokker3 years ago in Unbalanced
Mahopac on Losing End of Thriller in Rye
On Friday May 5, Mahopac headed south to Rye, and Ava Lichtenberger and Erin Ball treated both fan bases to an exciting pitcher’s duel. At least they did for five innings. Then the bats took over, and a thrilling back and forth went in search of a hero. Both sides had an ample supply. But someone had to sound the trumpet, and the other side would have to succumb to the violins.
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in Unbalanced
Historical Rivalries in the FA Cup
The Football Association Challenge Cup, affectionately known as the FA Cup, has been the epitome of English football glory and drama for over a century. Throughout its rich history, the competition has seen intense battles for supremacy, with rivalries igniting the flames of passion among clubs and their supporters. In this article, we will delve into some of the most iconic clashes that have unfolded in the FA Cup, showcasing the intensity, drama, and eternal bragging rights that come with these historic rivalries.
By Emmanuel Adedeji Adejobi3 years ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Comes up Short in 8-5 Loss to Yorktown
Despite their 3-9 start, Yorktown didn’t wait long to get going at Contest Field. The Huskers came out swinging and jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first inning. Still, John Jay wasn’t put off by the early deficit and answered with a run in the second. But Yorktown kept hitting, and while the Wolves continued to battle back, the home team just could not get over the top.
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in Unbalanced
Peanuts & Crackerjack. Top Story - June 2023.
Cleveland Stadium 1948 The ninth inning stretch. The ball game is tied with two outs, two strikes and a man on second. I tap the bat on home plate. Its dead weight lumbers as mental exhaustion takes its toll. Man on second, willing to chance it. Pitcher eyes him but doesn't give in to the dangerous bluff. I kick up dust, readying my stance, the bat lays stiff upon my cramping shoulder. It's daylight still, but the stadium lights are on anyway. They trick my brain into believing they are causing the sweltering heat. The roar from the crowd intensifies. Sporadic clouds are motionless as if they don't want to miss this exhilarating predicament. The crafty catcher adjusts his stance and spits to the dry dirt. The staunch umpire doesn't flinch or even blink; he knows how important his call will be. The pitcher winds up, his grip tells me its gonna curve. The release is fierce. Beads of sweat from his hair and face disperse in every direction as the force of his might is unfailing. My left leg lifts - an instinctual move that will increase the power of my swing. My eyes lock on the speeding white dot as it instantly becomes the target I intend to destroy. The swing is late, but I manage a solid tip. The ball is taking a fast bounce toward the pitcher who is recovering from the almighty throw. The man on second leaves in a desperate rush. I drop the bat and focus my sprint on the only destination I have - first base. Three defenders race inward to be the first to retrieve the skidding ball. Man is now on third! I watch the open glove of my adversary, wondering if I will win this race. I switch my attention to his eyes, looking for a clue, some kind of reaction that tells me the ball is in the air and heading his way. All I see is frustration. The roar of the crowd spikes, something happens that I can’t see. The first baseman takes off right as my left stride touches the bag. I waste no time turning my head to see the pitcher laying on his stomach, pounding the turf with an open glove. He misses the opportunity to out me and the ball has quickly bounced past him. Excitement grows. This isn’t over yet... It has become a fight to tag out the runner heading homeward. The catcher falls to his knees in obvious desperation as he watches my teammate make the run of his life. He knows it’s going to be close when he sees the shortstop fumble the ball for a second too long. I jump up and down with no plans on leaving first base. All my chips are on the speed and agility of the active runner. His cleats dig into the dirt, creating a dust storm in his wake. He dives into the air and lands on his chest to begin the crucial slide to home plate. The shortstop fires the ball to the catcher. It immediately begins closing the gap. The crowd's roar decreases as everyone awaits this gut-wrenching outcome. The bench begins to celebrate even before he reaches the plate. The crowd goes nuts. Everyone knows how this story will end… The runner is met by the entire team as his fingers inch across home plate. The sound of the ball making contact with the catcher's glove is milliseconds too late. The ump swings his arms outward, officially calling him safe. We won! We won this hard-fought game to advance! Emotions sink in.
By Lamar Wiggins3 years ago in Unbalanced
Tom Brady's Dominance: A Thorn in the Side of Broncos Fans
Throughout the illustrious career of quarterback Tom Brady, Denver Broncos fans have endured numerous disappointments and bitter losses at the hands of the legendary player. Brady's uncanny ability to rise to the occasion and lead his teams to victory has left a lasting impression on Broncos fans, often leaving them with a sour taste in their mouths. From heart-wrenching playoff defeats to the sheer frustration of witnessing his brilliance on the field, Broncos fans have developed a genuine disdain for the football icon.
By YABI3 years ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Softball Picks Each other up in Comeback Victory over North Salem
On Friday April 27, John Jay took to AP Farms Field and the overcast skies turned out to forecast a pretty bad start. A few errors, some base running mistakes and at least one questionable call, and the girls fell behind 6-0 to North Salem. But Laney Daly kept her head up because the chance for a comeback was easy to calculate. “It only takes one person to lift everyone up," she boasted, and the shortstop only had to look to first base to be proven right.
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in Unbalanced
Mahopac Falls 6-2 to Yorktown
On Saturday afternoon April 22, Mahopac hosted the Yorktown Huskers at the high school, and after waiting 45 minutes for the umpires to arrive, the teams were finally able to get down to the business of baseball. A cold, windy affair, Mahopac seemed as though they were going to weather the difficult day with a 2-1 lead after four full innings. But the top off the fifth would prove the Indians ultimate undoing.
By Rich Monetti3 years ago in Unbalanced
Jemesbondracing: Horse Racing Trainer Moves and How To Use Them Best
Utilizing a horse racing trainer to find great wagers is definitely not another point. Individuals have been involved in this crippling procedure for quite a long time. It has gotten more press over the most recent decade, notwithstanding, and presently awesome past exhibitions normally list critical coach points. The issue with that, obviously, is that since they are accessible to general society, they have lost a ton of significant worth as a disabling guide.
By Jemes Bond3 years ago in Unbalanced
