http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com Observations of the Cleveland Indians from the perspective of a fan. Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:46:26 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The Onion has a HILARIOUS, yet terrible at the same time. Here's the headline: "Drug Dealer Disappointed Josh Hamilton Didn't Reach Full Potential As Heroin Addict" Here's the story.....yikes this is terrible: Benjamin "Dry Bones" Gray, a drug dealer and ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=942 Hopefully the game Sunday will be as effin sweet as this one was, but without Dallas scoring at all.  Maybe our secondary was just messing around in the preseason.  Yeah?  Yeah I didn't think so. Whatev.  Enjoy. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=939 I know I said we were gonna wait until Monday, but we decided to launch it early: Here ya go, our Browns blog: Savage Dawgs. Don't be losers and not post anything either.  I'm not the only one doing this one, so there will be way more ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=936 I know this is a Tribe/baseball blog, but I had to post this now so everyone can see this. As we all know, the Browns are playing the Cowboys this weekend, and although they're very similar teams, I am going to show you why the Browns will win. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=934 So, the Florida Marlins beat the Atlanta Braves yesterday, and guess how many people attended the game to see the victory? 10,000? Nope. 2,000? Nah. 1,000? No way. Freaking 600 people. 600?!?!?!  Are you kidding me?  600 freaking people.  ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=933 As everyone knows, the Indians have the all-time record for most consecutive sellouts, at 455. Sadly, on Monday, the freakin' Red Sox will set the record against the Tampa Bay Rays. I hate the Red Sox, and I hate that they are going to break ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=930 I wrote a post yesterday about how Tatum Bell stole Rudi Johnson's bags as he was negotiating a contract. Courtesy of SI.com, here is an update: The empty bags were returned Tuesday evening, but Johnson said he is still missing $200, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=927 Is it too much to ask to sweep the first place team in the division to make a miracle run to close the season?  Ok, maybe it is, but you know what I mean.  Here are my thoughts from the "business man's special" (I hate that term): ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=924 I wish the Browns blog was up and running, because this would be a perfect story for it (it will be called Savage Dawgs, by the way). So the Lions signed Rudi Johnson, pretty much making Tatum Bell expendable.  Which he was, and he was informed he would be ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=923 Check out this dude, who jukes the hell out of the catcher. Yes you heard me, a baseball player who has moves like Barry Sanders (or Jerome Harrison in the preseason). http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=920 Rizzo just asked the question on "The Really Big Show" if the Tribe traded CC Sabathia too early. WHAT. That is so stupid.  They were about a million games out when they traded CC, and they couldn't be playing much better than they are now. I'm gonna ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=918 Only three games under .500!  I shouldn't be using exclamation marks for that statement, but unfortunately I have to.  If we were in the NL West, we'd be talking about winning the division, but they're not, so we're not.  Here are my thoughts: Victor finally goes ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=916 Ok I found the video of the controversial CC call, but the video is too big to embed on this blog. Bugs and Cranks has the official ESPN video, so check it out there. And for the record, it was a nubber, not a bunt. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=915 As reported by this blog, Jose Canseco will appear on the controversial and slimy game show, "Moment of Truth". Here's what the website says: As I reported first on the PMS Show on Thursday afternoon, I have learned that former MLB Slugger, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=914 I'm sure most of you are familiar with the one hitter CC Sabathia threw this weekend. It was the 5th inning, and Adam LaRoche either hit a nubber back to CC or a bunt, I've only seen the video once, and didn't see it come off the bat.  ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=911 Now I've posted videos of people doing some pretty stupid things.  This might take the cake. What would you say that there are people who play Molotov Cocktail baseball? Yeah, it's pretty dumb.  Why would anyone ever do this?  I'm kind of ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=909 This is what Gennaro Filice wrote on Thursday in his SI.com Power Rankings: There's a bit of a shuffle among the top teams, as the Windy City now holds two of the top three spots. Philly leapfrogs the Mets due to New York's brutal bullpen and ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=907 Can you believe it has been 34 years since the Tribe has had a 20 game winner?  Congrats General Lee, you've brought some kind of meaning to this season.  Here are my thoughts from the sweet game I was actually attending: During the game, we were ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=906 Sorry I keep posting videos today, but since the Tribe didn't play yesterday, it's about all I got. Here is a triple alley oop, NBA Street style. I'm not sure if the kid actually got it down, kind of the way Dwight ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=905 Jose Guillen is not exactly sane.  Sure I'd be mad too if I had to play on the Royals, but he made that decision himself. Now here's a video of him going after some fans heckling him, at home. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=903 Well we have the Mariners this weekend, so it looks like they're gonna keep this winning streak going. I just hope they're not getting big heads right now and think that they're just gonna roll over Seattle. Someone needs to tell them they're still a third place team ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=901 I link a lot to Deadspin, frankly because I think they are hilarious and have the same type of sense of humor as I do. Here is what they said about the Tribe:   Has anyone noticed that the Cleveland Indians have won ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=900 It is being reported that Heisman Trophy winner turned NFL star turned human executioner (although found not guilty) O.J. Simpson has been attacked by his 39 year old daughter for not supporting her mother, and probably just being a terrible person in general. Here is what ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=897 Again, this does not pertain to sports in any sense of the word, but it is indeed hilarious. You know those facts underneath the cap of Snapple?  Well this is how they come up with them. (Warning:  Contains VERY strong language, drug references, and yelling.  AKA everything that ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=894 I know soccer is lame, but here is a very impressive goal by a woman's soccer goalie (yes, this is a clip from a woman's soccer game). ToMMyBoy would never let that by him! http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=892 So I while I was looking at straightcashhomey.net (a hilarious collection of people wearing terrible jerseys), I came across this, and this may be the only documentation of this ever: A guy wearing a woman's jersey. I cannot believe this.  Why would this guy wear ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=890 TEN IN A ROW.  If I would've told you that in June, you would've assumed it was losses.  Nope, this Tribe team is on fire.  This is the quietest 10 game win streak in major sports history.  It still isn't a front page story on espn.com, and they didn't even ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=887 Ever wonder how Barack Obama decided he wanted to be President one day? Well I got my hands on some exclusive footage that shows the EXACT MOMENT he figured it all out. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=886 This morning I emailed Wookster and asked if Alex Rodriguez sometimes gets unfairly criticized because of his name and his contract. I don't think he does anymore. Bugs and Cranks has his clutch numbers, and it doesn't look good.  Check these out: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=884 More idiots, but this time in Cleveland. Why do people think it is such a big deal when they're on the news?  And why do they do stuff like this to be on it? http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=881 Will they ever lose again?  My answer is no.  I mean yes.  I mean whatever I'm just gonna enjoy this while it lasts.  I think I can say now that people actually watch them.  Do you see a little Colorado Rockies in them this year?  I'm not gonna jinx them, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=879 It's (almost) official, instant replay will be implemented in MLB starting Thursday, allowing umpires to review home run calls. Hopefully that eliminates some of this: Never mind, A-Rod will always cry about something. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=878 You know the story I told you earlier about that kid who can't play baseball because he's too good?  Yeah punishing kids for stuff like that is what makes them do stuff like this. You know, voluntarily being shot in the mouth with a paintball gun: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=875 Collegehappenings.com has a list of the 28 most cliche college posters, and this is hilarious. I can proudly say I never owned any of these, but here are a few that I saw hovering around dorms, and what it says about you. This pretty much ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=873 If you are an administrator for this Little League in New Haven, CT, you are a piece of garbage loser. Jericho Scott is a player in this league, and he is nine years old. He's a pitcher, and he's pretty good.  He has been reaching ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=864 EIGHT in a row?  This is just getting ridiculous.  Franklin "Baby Manny" Gutierrez goin' yahd for another game winning hit.  Don't look now, they're only 11.5 back... Congratulations to Grady Sizmore for reaching the 30-30 club, only the second member of the Tribe to ever do ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=861 So, seven straight wins, a sweep on the road, now only 1 1/2 games out of third place (that's depressing that I had to type that).  Whateva, lets get to my thoughts: Baby Manny (as Wookster called him opening day) gets a game winning hit!  Sweet!  ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=860 As disappointing as this season has been, you have to like that they aren't just rolling over and dying.  They're playing some pretty good ball.  Here are my thoughts: Clifford Lee gets his 18th win, and at this point he's the runaway AL Cy Young Award ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=859 Wookster, Po, and I are all familiar with the Phiten necklace, and the healthful advantages it has. If you look at almost any MLB player, you'll see them wearing it, and Curtis Granderson wears about 40 of them.  Here is what it says on their website: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=858 This was brought to my attention by Andy Young, the editor here at the Chronicle. While Jhonny Peralta was talking to Paul Hoynes about which events of the Olympics he enjoys watching, here was his response. "I like track and field.  I liked watching Usain ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=855 I'm basically Nostradamus with my predictions (except for the whole Indians record thing).  I told you we'd separate ourselves from the Royals, and they're doing it by mashing.  Here are my thoughts: First four hits are home runs!  Sweet.  I really wish it wasn't August. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=852 Man I thought when Debo knocked out that dude in "Friday" it was the best knockout in history. That was before I saw this: Awesome. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=851 Wow, for the first time in what seems like years, the Tribe actually is getting some coverage from national writers. Amy K. Nelson, from ESPN, wrote this article saying why Cliff Lee should win the Cy Young Award. Here's an excerpt, and it makes Cliff ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=849 This is probably one of the only ways you can get people to go to the Indians games nowadays. Have players throw baseballs into their beers and then chug them.  You know, like this guy. Maybe it was one of those sweet ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=846 So Lindsay Lohan wants to meet Michael Phelps, according to Deadspin. Here is the text she sent to MICHAEL PHELPS' MOM: "Tell him he's f***ing amazing, and I want to meet him." Ok, I get why she would want to meet him, who wouldn't.  ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=844 Well the bold prediction I made yesterday has taken another step to coming to fruition.  2 1/2 games out of last place now!  Hells yeah!  Here are my thoughts: Sweet, the Tribe has won 8 out of their last 11!  In August!  And they've been double ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=841 Here is an article from "The Onion", in which it says Manny Ramirez like's the Dodgers' new blue uniforms. "Dodgers left-fielder Manny Ramirez, sent to Los Angeles in a three-team trade two weeks ago, said Monday that he "really likes" the Red Sox's ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=840 Check out this crazy commercial for Cash For Gold USA.  I'm guessing this has to be fake, or the executives at that company have serious problems. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=837 So apparently the Los Angeles Dodgers are now selling Manny Ramirez wigs. Now I know us Clevelanders don't have much room to talk, since you still see lamers at the Q wearing those ridiculous Anderson Varejao wigs, but this is just hilarious. I know the ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=835 That right there is a headline on SI.com's MLB page.  I'm sure that's not what they had in mind when they signed him to that 7 year, $126M contract. Can we go ahead and label that as the worst contract in history?  I'm not ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=830 Are you ready for this?  Because I'm gonna go out on a limb here.... The Tribe will stay out of last place for the rest of the season! Now we have a solid 1 1/2 game lead over the Royals for fourth place. I ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=827 CC Sabathia is now 8-0 with the Brewers in nine starts, with a 1.60 ERA.  He also has 5 complete games, along with another in which he pitched 8 1/3 innings. If you ask me (and Mike Greenberg), shouldn't he be in the talks of the MVP in the ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=824 Sorry I haven't been posting a whole lot about the Tribe, because frankly, there isn't much to say. I really wish I knew how to edit videos, because I would do cool stuff like this all the time. Like editing "Dumb and Dumber" to make it look like ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=821 Check out this video of a 100 person beer bong. I say before the first Browns game. I just need 99 more people... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=819 Man, I'm really glad that we drafted Jeremy Guthrie.  He has truly blossomed into a solid starter in the league, and he even got the win last night.  Oh wait.  We gave up on him.  And he plays for the O's.  And he beat the Tribe.  Dangit.  Here are my ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=817 Guess what happened on August 13th, 2000? The Royals got their FIRST EVER 100 RBI SEASON.  Yes you read that correctly.  Mike Sweeney, in 2000, became the first Royal to drive in 100 runs in one season. According to Wikipedia, they have been around since ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=816 Bugs and Cranks has an article today wondering what some baseball players would be doing if they weren't playing professional ball. Guess who showed up? Our own Grady Sizemore!  As an underwear model! Here's what they said: The loyal following ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=812 Check out this umpire in this Little League game. I don't know what's weirder, how he's really fat and can't get up, or that this team has a left handed catcher! http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=809 Five in a row!  Is this another "Major League" story in the making?  No?  Yeah probably not.  Oh well, at least they've been scoring.  Here are my thoughts: We're not in last place anymore!  We climbed into fourth, a whopping 1/2 game ahead of the Royals.  ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=807 Well, remember how when I was talking about that pitcher we had that has been lights out since the All-Star break? That nice old man, Paul Byrd. Yeah well he just got traded a few minutes ago, according to Munch on 850. Just wait ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=806 This is a funny commercial.  Obviously you know what he means, he just words it terribly. So basically this is Wookster if he had a car dealership. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=803 So, it's mid-August, so that can only mean one thing. It's time for Madden. How many people are going to buy this?  I personally will not be, I don't think I've bought it since '07, the year with Shawn Alexander on the cover. What ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=801 Don't look now, the Tribe has won four straight!  They're only 11 games under .500 now!  They're still in last place!  Here are my thoughts from the game: Jhonny P is still tearing it up after going 2-4 last night, making him one of the best ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=798 For all intents and purposes, the Tribe's season is over.  Unless they pretty much go undefeated from here on out, nothing they do for the rest of the year (on the field, at least) really matters in the grand scheme of things. I guess what I'm ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=797 Here is the video of the USA's amazing comeback in the 4x100 freestyle relay. I know it's not related to baseball, but this is truly one of the greatest moments in Olympic history. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=794 I know it was best for the team for them to trade CC, but it really hurts watching him DOMINATE the NL. After winning again for the Brewers, he's up to 6-0 since being in Milwaukee. Also, he is hitting .186 over there, and in ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=793 Even though they're in last place, it's still pretty sweet to get a sweep, on the road nonetheless.  They had solid pitching all weekend, with Paul Byrd even going the distance on Saturday.  Here are my thoughts from the weekend: How sweet was that play to ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=790 No just kidding.  Even though he would probably be as good in the bullpen as anybody we have now.  SIX runs in the ninth?  Are you kidding me?  Here are my thoughts: Ok, Jhonny Peralta, in my opinion, has definitely earned himself a regular spot in ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=789 If you like "Monty Python" and "Batman", you should like this: http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=788 Home Run Derby has a posting today that shows some of the worst seats in various ballparks throughout the league. Here are some of the best: Shea Stadium Fenway Park Petco Park I can honestly say ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=786 Is this real?  I haven't heard anything about it, and didn't watch the whole thing, but who knows. A freaking plane crashes behind the left field wall during a minor league baseball game in Alaska. What do you think? http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=779 Well you can't win them all against the Rays.  Although it would've been sweet.  Dah well.  Here are my thoughts: Evan Longoria is good.  By hitting his 22nd home run last night (off Rafael Betancourt, of course), he set the Rays' rookie home run record.  Good ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=777 Well Prince Fielder successfully made Manny Para look like a baby in the dugout yesterday. How embarrassed would you be today?  Everybody in the world saw you looking like you just got bullied on the schoolyard. Nonetheless, it's funny. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=776 I think every man in the country should have one of these.  Wookster we definitely need this for when we play the Show: http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=775 This appearance on "Wheel of Fortune" easily trumps Randy Marsh's on South Park. It almost makes him look very smart. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=773 This was just said in FoxSports.com's weekly Power Rankings about the Tribe: The good: Young starter Jeremy Sowers has taken perfect games into the sixth inning in each of his last two starts. Sowers could be the Tribe’s ace in coming years, so fans should like ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=771 For those of you who listen to "The Really Big Show" on 850, you know who Tony Rizzo is. And here is a video of him falling on ice, it's hilarious. And for everyone who listens, let's try to get Wookster on ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=768 Well it really seems like we have the Rays' number.  At least there's one team we can beat with any kind of regularity.  Here are my thoughts: Congrats to Cliff Lee on winning his 15th game, and he's inching closer to the Cy Young Award.  My ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=766 By request from Wookster, here is the all time best Jim Rome quote: "Boom...outta here". The classic Brett Myers. (This is also a golf quote used when you hit a ball that is clearly going into a hazard). http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=765 If anybody has had a teammate on a rec softball team that was a little over zealous, you'll appreciate this. This is Jim Rome on who he calls "Softball Guy": http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=763 Regarding my previous post, watch this video.  When I titled it "FAT!!!", I mean it to be read like this guy says it at the 1:30 mark. Usually when me and my dude Po golf, and someone hits a shot fat (usually me), one or both of us yells ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=761 So some idiot is trying to hit a golf ball off his backpack on the edge of the clip. Looks like he got it a little FAT! http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=759 Epic Carnival has a list up right now of various bobbleheads that look absolutely nothing like their real life counterpart. Here is Jhonny Peralta's, that will be given out soon to the lucky fans of Progressive Field. Here's what they said about said bobblehead. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=757 So I think the team I want to win the World Series now has to be the Los Angeles Dodgers. Not only do they now have Casey Clutch, but obviously Manny Ramirez is gonna be fun to watch out there. Also they used to have ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=754 Two outta three ain't bad.  And by that I mean losing two outta three ain't bad.  It kind of sucks that I'm just happy we don't get swept.  Dah well, here are some thoughts: How the hell can Sowers Patch Kids keep having perfect games going ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=751 For everyone who has seen "The Dark Knight", you know what the Batman voice is. This video makes fun of it. I think that guy does Batman better than Heath Ledger did The Joker. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=750 Go here now and watch this hilarious video about the limitations of the bad guys in the Mario games. The end is especially funny. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=748 There is a funny web site right now with a posting of the "Six Degrees of Derek Jeter".  Basically it links him to a bunch of different athletes by way of linking up the women they have slept with. P.S....people say I look like him, so ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=745 This kid is definitely better than "How You Doin'".  You might have seen this on SportsCenter, and if you haven't, you will now because it's pretty poor quality recording of SportsCenter. Here you go: I wish I had video evidence of me ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=742 What if I told you Kelly Shoppach would tie a Major League record with five extra base hits (including two homers), Grady would have a three run homer, Ben Francisco would have two homers, Cliff Lee was pitching, and they lost.  Probably nobody would believe me.  Well it happened.  Here ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=740 So some guy in Colorado is giving away free pizzas to the world if the Rays win the World Series. Yeah this guy is kind of weird, he's always giving the stuff away.  He gave out 1,500 pizzas last year because the Patriots went 16-0. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=739 Another day, another loss.  Doesn't really matter anymore.   The Tigers don't even go through batting practice and they still beat us.  Oh well, here are my thoughts: Was Jhonny Peralta just in a slump for the first couple months, or is this a product of playing ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=736 Lou Pinella is hilarious.  Here is a great quote he gave to a reporter: "Statistics are like bikinis. They show a lot, but never everything.” Here is a list of the top 20 baseball quotes of all time. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=735 Is this real or fake? Also, it has absolutely nothing to do with the Tribe or baseball.  But since it's a bowling ball, it's kind of like sports (warning--contains some strong language maybe). http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=732 Guess what happened eight years ago tonight... Bob Wickman All-Star Poster Night! He made the All-Star team while pitching for the Brewers in 2000, so the team would commemorate the occasion by honoring him with a poster. Which is nice.   Except he ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=730 On FoxSports.com, they rank the top 10 worst deadline deals ever made.  And the Indians make the list! But in a good way. The Expos were #1 on the list, obviously it is the Grady/Brandon Phillips/Cliff Lee trade.  Here's what it says:   They ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=725 Shutout!  Don't move Paul Byrd, we need him!  Just kidding.  I really don't care if they get rid of him or not.  They'll probably just get some A ball kid.  They should just sign Wookster as a PR stunt.  Here are my thoughts: Where did this ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=722 The Onion has a great article about Prince Fielder and CC Sabathia. And it is titled: C.C. Sabathia, Prince Fielder Keep Imagining Each Other As Giant Talking Hot Dog, Hamburger That is hilarious.  Here is an excerpt: "I should have ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=721 So I leave town for a couple days and you let them trade Casey Blake?  Eh it was a good move I guess, these numbers he's putting up now aren't gonna last forever. Here are some of my thoughts: So is it worth it to ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=716 I'm off to San Francisco for my buddy's wedding, so I'll be off until Monday. Lata losas. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=715 So, once Francisco Rodriguez steps on the mound is the game pretty much over?  Pretty much?  Make it definitely.  Whatever, my prediction can still come true.  Here are my thoughts: Grady goes YAHD to lead off the game, and he is swinging the bat well since ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=711 I like Will Ferrell and his toady, John C. Reilly, but not as much as everyone else.  Sometimes I think they're lame, and all of their movies seem to follow the same plot, pretty much constructed through Mad Libs.  However, this video from the ESPY's is really funny to me: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=710 I know there are a lot of NASCAR fans out there, but I really don't get it. People say baseball is boring because of the slow pace of the game, not everyone is athletic, and it lasts for months on end.  But at least it is an intricate game ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=708 So, apparently A-Rod has a sex tape.  Yes, you read that correctly, a sex tape. With who? A hot New York model?  A gorgeous Hollywood actress?  That stripper chick he was photographed with last year? Nope.  This thing: Yes.  Some dude in ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=707 It's official.  Tess Sito is a better pitcher than Joba Chamberlain. Check out this video of Joba giving his best as a fast pitch softball pitcher: Maybe this is the reason he didn't get to host the ESPY's, despite ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=704 Now I don't really like to make fun of kids (ok, maybe I do sometimes), but this is ridiculous.  Check out this kid "robbing a home run".  I put this in quotations because he obviously has his little cronie friend throw him an easy to catch ball: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=700 ANDY MARTE!  ANDY MARTE!  He has officially arrived.  Ok, not really, but he has went yard a couple times.  Could this be the real "Major League" movie team?  Bunch of hacks, no stars, and come from worst to first?  Maybe, maybe not.  Here are my thoughts: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=698 Craig and I always talk about how hilarious it was when Manny dove backwards to cut off Johnny Damon's throw a few years back. Check out this play: Which one is funnier? http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=697 Check out this nerd alert at whatever the Angels' stadium is: He kind of looks like Cohutta from the "Real World" with that hat.  Also, do you think he's just doing that because he knows he's being recorded, or he's just that lame? http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=696 As we all know, the Indians play the Angels in Los Angeles for a 3 game series starting today. What is the most logical way to predict the series?  Compare the lineups?  Who has the better pitching staff? Of course not. The Indians and the Angels are ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=694 Two outta three ain't bad.  The Indians open up the (fake) second half with a .667 winning percentage!  Don't look now, they're only 12 back too... me and my dude Po think it's still possible.  Dah well, here are my thoughts: I think it's safe to ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=689 Here is a video of a very weird Indians fan singing about the team, partly to the tune of "I Miss My Homies" by Master P. The best part?  When he says "trade David Dellucci, he suuuuucks!" http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=688 David Wright, of the New York Mets, is one of my favorite baseball players.  Not only does he have one of the best catches of all time: But apparently he has one of the hottest girlfriends of all time: Like I titled ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=686 So, the Indians haven't played since Sunday, the All Star Game has come and gone (not that it is important anyway), and we've talked about Josh Hamilton long enough. Anything you guys want me to talk about to start the conversation? To hold us over, here's a weird ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=681 I stumbled across a funny article saying all of the things you could've done instead of watching the 4 hour 50 minute All-Star Game. Here is the article, and here are some from the list: Knockout Jose Canseco 7,293 times. That's a ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=679 So, last Saturday, the Yankees were in Toronto playing the Blue Jays. Apparently there is a hotel that overlooks the stadium, and there was a girl just chillin by the window in NOTHING BUT A THONG. Here's the story. I wish I could post the picture, but ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=676 For some reason, Cynthia Rodriguez, the estranged wife of Alex Rodriguez, has asked him to hand over all surveillance tapes (what?!?!) and secret wiretap conversations (double what?!?!?) that he may have of her. Now I don't think she's just guessing he has this stuff, so I'm ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=675 That was a pretty good game if I would've stayed up past 11:30.  I can't believe an exhibition game that doesn't mean anything (regardless of what MLB says) can go for 4 hours and 50 minutes.  Here are some thoughts: Cliff Lee showed he definitely deserved ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=672 By request from NerdBurger (ToMMyBoy), here is the video showing Canseco get knocked out. Sorry Stephen A. Smith is on it. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=671 Here is the video of all of Josh Hamilton's Round 1 homers last night.  This dude is tight as hell. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=669 Here is a video of a minor league manager arguing a call in some interesting (and disgusting ways).  I didn't look up his name because it doesn't matter. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=668 Well, since it is a slow baseball week (and by slow I mean there is nothing going on), here is a video of Chelsea Handler interviewing Jose Canseco. He's a loser (video contains strong language): http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=666 I know this story is a few days old, but I just stumbled across it again. I know you heard about the lamer Indians fan who is renting his allegiance to anyone else, and letting people bid on it on ebay. Here are a few ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=664 For everything we've been hearing all week about Yankee Stadium, you would think it's as sacred as the White House. Actually players are kind of happy that they won't have to play there anymore. Apparently it stinks, the clubhouse is tiny, and it just isn't ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=661 Did anyone watch the Home Run Derby last night?  28 home runs in a single round is absolutely ridiculous, not to mention the 13 swings in a row he did it in. I know the rules say you wipe the slate clean for the finals, but ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=658 As you all probably know already, Cliff Lee will be starting the All-Star Game for the American League. Ben Sheets will be starting for the team who hasn't won it in forever, the National League. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=655 I just found out why no matter what happens, the Detroit Tigers will never win anything. It's because this was their logo for 1927-1928: What the hell is that?  It doesn't even look anything like a Tiger.  And why does it look so scared? http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=652 As everybody already knows, Grady Sizemore is participating in tonight's Home Run Derby at Yankee Stadium. I was talking with my dude Craig, and the reason he thinks there aren't more premier players in it is because players think it screws up their swing. I ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=649 When was the last time the Indians swept the best team in the AL and nobody cared and/or saw it?  Ah who cares.  Here's my thoughts on the weekend: Jhonny P showing some power?  Where the hell did this come from?  And why can he only ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=646 Here are The Onion's recommendations for sprucing up the All-Star Game: As if it weren't enough to feature the game's top players in the only All-Star game in all the pro sports with any real implications, Major League Baseball and Fox have decided to spice up the contest with ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=645 So, some kids in Boston had a lot of time (and resources) and built a replica of Fenway Park in their neighborhood to play Whiffle Ball games in. Sounds pretty sweet huh? Well it is. However, the the city came down crashing on them for building it ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=644 So Andy Marte was the big part of the deal from Boston for Coco Crisp, as I remember.  He was supposed to be this sweet ass corner infielder with power, and a franchise player. Well, we all know he sucks. But here's my question.  Do ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=643 Isn't it sad that we are quickly approaching the All-Star break, and the only thing we have to look forward to is Grady Sizemore in the Home Run Derby? Now I know he leads the AL in home runs, but do you guys think he has ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=640 10 in a row!  But not in a good way.  Now I would never root for the Indians to lose, but don't you guys want to see how long this thing can go?  I do.  And they're probably gonna get swept by the Rays.  Here are some thoughts: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=637 Ok, this has ABSOLUTELY nothing to do with baseball, but everyone will love it. Here is the best sports commercial ever, a Michael Jordan Nike one. He played baseball for a minute, so I guess that counts. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=636 Have you guys heard about the Little League program in Beachwood? They are actually canceling the All-Star game because they are afraid kids' self esteem will drop if they aren't picked.  How much farther are parents going to go to protect their kids? This is ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=634 Wow, when Albert Belle is criticizing your team, you know you might be doing something wrong. On cleveland.com, Belle is quoting as saying: "Imagine that, the Cleveland Indians trade away another great player because they didn't want to pay him". ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=631 Do you think there are any pair of teammates anywhere in MLB that are heavier than CC and Prince Fielder? I doubt it. But dang I wish we had both of them.  And again, it really hurts to c CC (get it, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=628 Before I get to a reformatting question I would like to ask you guys, I'll get to my thoughts on what happened in the week I was on vacation.  And here they are: Obviously, CC (no periods, please) got dealt, for a bunch of bums and ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=623 Ok, now Barry Bonds' 756th home run ball will be displayed in the Hall of Fame, after it is documented. Apparently Mark Ecko has decided to unconditionally donate the ball. (This isn't the ball, but it has been confirmed that the ball has been branded ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=622 I know this is yesterday's news, but Scott Elarton left the Tribe yesterday due to "personal reasons". I'm assuming it went something like this: "Damn this team sucks.  I don't even want to be in the clubhouse anymore.  Hey, wife, I think we should go ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=619 I don't know if you caught it last night on SportsCenter, but the Tribe was a participant in the great ESPN "My Wish" promotion. Alonso Fragoso, a young kid with a lung condition, chose to see the Indians play at home as his wish. It is amazing to ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=616 Did anyone really think it was going to end any differently?  Didn't surprise me at all.  I'm really starting to hate this team.  Here are my thoughts: Another Cliff Lee gem, it's too bad he couldn't have received his 12th win. The only ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=614 It has been reported that the Hall of Fame will not accept Barry Bonds' record breaking 756th home run ball into the Hall of Fame. Mark Ecko is the owner, and last year he held an online poll asking fans whether it should be burned with ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=613 Well not in the division, but on the list of the 50 Strangest things that have ever happened in baseball. Of course, it's this one: http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=610 Tired of watching the Tribe?  Find yourself not even watching them? Well if they did this more often, I'm sure they'd get some people tuning in. (Hint:  It's not winning.  But that could get people to watch too.) http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=607 As it turns out, Ozzie Guillen likes the Tribe just the way they are.  He feels that they are a very talented team, and they will beat you "some way or somehow". Duh. Of course he likes him the way they are now.  They stink.  ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=605 After going 5-5 last night, Jhonny Peralta was able to raise his batting average 13 points yesterday to .257. Too bad he couldn't hit for the first 3 months of the season, maybe we'd only be 8.5 games back! Can you guys believe we are ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=602 So, as we talked about before, the next 8 games are against the teams directly above us in the standings. On ESPN 850, Munch says they have to go AT LEAST 6-2 just to stay in the race.  I don't think they have a chance to go ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=598 So, last week Shaun Chacon choke slammed the Astros GM. Now, Manny Ramirez looked to follow suit. Over the weekend, he pushed a Red Sox employee because he couldn't get him the 16 tickets he had requested. What did Manny say when the guy ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=595 Remember in "Major League 2" when that Japanese guy climbed on the top of the wall to rob the home run and saved the game? This guy kind of did it. Must be a Japanese thing. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=592 What is it about the Reds that makes the Indians suck?  This was a frustrating weekend, no ifs ands or buts about it.  Here are my thoughts: So when is C.C. gonna get traded?  9 1/2 out and tied with the Royals for last place.  I ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=590 According to the Star Ledger on SI.com's MLB Truth+Rumors page, the Tribe is making a last attempt to sign C.C. Sabathia: According to a major-league executive, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because he was discussing a player not on his team, the Cleveland Indians ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=589 This is the headline on cbssportsline.com's MLB page: "Indians ace Lee strikes out career-high 11 to earn win No. 11" It might be a little short sighted, but definitely true. Way to be a leader CBS! http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=586 There has been a huge debate lately concerning maple bats.  Apparently they split and splinter much easier, which puts players and umpires at risk more than the traditional ash. Just the other day, an umpire in Kansas City had to leave the game because he was hit with the ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=583 Is not getting swept by a terrible NL team an accomplishment?  For the 2008 Cleveland Indians it is!  That's sad.  Here are my thoughts: Well, Cliff Lee came through again, pitching a dominant game en route to his 11th victory.  His most impressive statistic is that ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=580 As everybody knows, I'm a huge fan of "The Onion".  This article is why. It's an article of a guy ripping his fantasy baseball team to the media (I fully expect Craig to do this on the paper's future Browns blog). Here are a couple ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=579 Is it just me, or does Jeremy Sowers look like Seth Meyers from SNL? You be the judge: Just picture Sowers Patch Kids with that ratty facial hair he has now, and it's perfect. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=574 Check out this video of Todd Jones, the Tigers' closer, impersonating Magglio Ordonez.  It's hilarious, and almost spot on. I usually don't like the Tigers, but this is really funny. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=569 We've all heard of MLB players having bizarre circumstances behind their injuries.  Marty Cordova was burnt all over his body because he fell asleep in a tanning bed. That one guy who I don't know his name was hurt carrying groceries up steps. Now we have ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=567 Did you guys hear about Shawn Chacon?  Yes, he was demoted to the bullpen. But that's not what I'm talking about. I'm talking about what he did to his GM.  Basically he choke slammed him, kind of like the Undertaker, or his loser brother Kane. Here is ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=564 Awesome.  Just awesome.  Nothing being in last place in the most underachieving division in baseball.  Yes, the Tribe is looking up at the Royals.  When did things get this bad?  It's like a guy who refuses to believe he's going bald and it just keeps getting worse and worse, until ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=562 Check out this compilation of home video baseball bloopers.  I watched the first 30 seconds or so, and I'm gonna put the over/under of guys getting hit in the junk at about 5,931. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=559 Wow.  People really love Omar.  Hammer on 850 can't understand why, and doesn't think they should be cheering him so deep into the game.  I think I kind of agree with him.  Dah well.  Here are my thoughts: Laffey Taffy comes in with another solid outing, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=557 Remember a few years ago when Powerade had these commercials, where idiots thought they were real? First, here's Michael Vick's (I will not make a dogfighting joke): Then, there's LeBron's, bombing full court shots: Now, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=556 This is hilarious, because it's absolutely true for me.  Whenever I hear or see the name Evan Longoria, I definitely think of Eva Longoria.  Who wouldn't?  Well, apparently, Undrafted Free Agent feels the same way.  They have a post today titled "Sports Figures Living With Unfortunate Same Names".  ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=552 Currently, we have a guy named Jamey Carroll at 2nd base.  That's after the Asdrubal Cabrera experiment sort of fizzled.  Don't get me wrong, Jamey Carroll is a nice little ball player, but probably not the ideal guy for the spot. Remember a few years ago, when ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=549 How do you get on the good side with the fans in New York as a new manager?  I'll tell you how not to: Don't call them crap. Genius Jerry said this to the New York Post: Manuel's loose lips got ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=546 Buster Olney has a blog entry weighing in on his idea where C.C. could be traded to. Here's how he sees it: This is how I came up with the early Sabathia Sweepstakes rankings the other day: 1. Milwaukee; 2. Cubs; 3. Dodgers; 4. Rangers; ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=543 Today on SI.com, John Heyman has an article about happenings in the Major Leagues, and he touches on the potential of C.C. getting traded. From what he hears, they're scouting the Yankees farm system for players they'd like to see.  Here's what he said: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=542 Omar Vizquel will be back in town this week for the first time since he left the Indians in 2004. I don't think anybody will disagree that he is one of the all time most likeable guys in Tribe history, maybe even baseball history. To commemorate this occasion, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=539 Well, they didn't get the sweep yesterday, so that kind of sucks, but I can live with it.  If you would've told me Friday that they'd take 2 of 3, I probably wouldn't believe you, but I'll sure take it.  Here are my thoughts from the weekend: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=537 Sweep city.  Does it get any worse than getting swept by a last place team in the National League?  Might as well sweep this team under the rug, things are getting ugly.  Here are my thoughts: Thought it started off well.  Grady beating out a ball ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=536 Here is a question submitted to Steve Phillips, former GM of the Mets, and current ESPN analyst: Dan (Buffalo, NY): Steve, the Indians are done, right? Any chance they can trade some pieces other than Sabathia for Holliday or Atkins? He replied (being the great and professional analyst ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=535 So, Jerry Manuel doesn't mess around when it comes to dealing with players.  When Jose Reyes had a sore hamstring, he pulled him from the game.  When Reyes disagreed, he flipped out and threw his helmet and had a mini tantrum. This is what ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=532 Today on ESPN.com, Jerry Crasnick has an article that showcases the game's best utility men. Jamey Carroll shows up on the list. Here's an excerpt from the article: Carroll was a personal favorite of Frank Robinson in Washington, and Jose Guillen ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=529 Well there go the first two games of the "Keep C.C. Through the End of the Year Tour".  It's not a good sign when the bruised up Rockies own you.  Eek.  Here are my thoughts: Another day, another couple scrubs that are the key to beating ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=526 Check out the video below, of an ump getting hit in the head with a pitch. Now read this story by Rick Reilly and watch it again. That's pretty messed up. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=525 This has nothing to do with baseball, but it is definitely worth mentioning how weird Kevin Garnett is.  Craig and I were talking about how bizarre his post game interview was, check it out: Celtics final (02) by bsap11 And don't ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=523 Have you guys been watching "Baseball Tonight" lately?  They've decided to put on a "Battle of the Bands".  Yes, "Baseball Tonight" is hosting a musical contest. The best part?  It's bands competing to see who can sing "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" in the most ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=522 Now that Josh Barfield is out 6-8 weeks with a middle finger injury, in my opinion the Indians are in a bit of a quandary. Is Jamey Carroll the answer for us at 2nd base (at least for the rest of this season)? Does ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=519 Check out this video of this high school coach getting ejected from the game.  I wonder if it is because he was arguing, pushing the ump, or... ...kissing him? http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=516 Now THAT'S how you start a road trip...or not.  On a night where the AL dominated the NL (12-2), the Tribe crapped the bed.  Here are my thoughts: Bases loaded, no outs.  Strikeout, double play.  I like how we capitalized there.  Dangit. I ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=514 The Indians signed Morgan Ensberg, a former rising star of the Houston Astros and recent release from the New York Yankees. His numbers haven't been the best, but it's this story that makes this dude tough. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=513 I know I'm a little late on getting this to you guys, but C.C. Sabathia was named the American League Player of the Week after going 2-0 with a 1.59 ERA. Let's hope he gets a few more of those for us... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=510 Foodcourtlunch.com has a funny article about Milton Bradley's touch on, well, classic Milton Bradley games. My favorite?  "(Unnecessary ACL) Operation" http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=507 If you look among the leading vote getters for the All-Star Game in the American League, here's what you'll see: David Ortiz, BOS Jason Varitek, BOS Manny Ramirez, BOS Dustin Perdroia, BOS Kevin Youkilis, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=504 After Chien-Meng Wang got hurt running the bases Sunday night, Hank Steinbrenner was pretty pissed off. Here is what he had so say about the National League, from Newsday: My only message is simple: The National League needs to join the 21st ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=503 Obviously, there has been a lot of talk and speculation about the Indians trading C.C. Sabathia if and/or when they fall out of contention. But the question is:  where would he go? While watching "Baseball Tonight" yesterday, they're saying that the Yankees might not be a realistic destination, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=500 *What my ESPN.com headline would be for this story. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=497 Tim Kurkjian, a senior baseball writer for ESPN, has a column out today trying to predict the All Stars from both leagues. As expected, Cliff Lee is the only Indian. What, no Rafael Betancourt?  Someone representing the bullpen?  Oh yeah, it isn't good.  ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=494 This is obviously fake, but it's cool.  Reminds me of myself. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=491 Good thing the Tribe seems to actually be playing baseball, because there is another team in our division playing well, the Detroit Tigers. After their sweep of the Dodgers, they have won six straight games, and seem to be out of their season long hitting slump. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=489 Sorry I haven't posted in awhile, had some things come up at the last minute.  Here are my thoughts from the weekend, although they probably won't be in any kind of order: So did anyone else yesterday think once C.C. stepped off the mound after the ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=486 Victor Martinez has been placed on the 15 day DL, due to his inflamed elbow. Josh Barfield has been placed on the DL as well, with a "long finger sprain" (apparently not middle finger). Awesome.  Hope these bums from AAA that the radio guys couldn't even pronounce can ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=485 I am a cell phone nerd.  I probably have a new phone every 3-5 months, maybe more. This really has nothing to do with that, but I want you guys to let me know if you think this thing is fake. The video is from SI.com's Hot Clicks, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=484 Maybe there is a reason that fans at Fenway Park act so stupid other than getting hammered at the game: Their food stinks.  Literally.  Here is an excerpt from the "Truth and Rumors" MLB section on SI.com: Fenway Park's food stands flunked ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=482 So after the Royals-Rangers game last night, Milton Bradley learned that Ryan Lefebvre, the Royals TV announcer, had criticized him during the broadcast. He didn't take this news lightly. In his mind, the best idea to address the situation was to storm out of the clubhouse, confront him, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=479 Surprisingly, only one Indian made it to SI.com's Jon Heyman's "No-Star" Team.  Let's take a guess who it was: Victor Martinez? No. C.C. Sabathia? No. Rafael Betancourt? No. Travis Hafner? DING DING DING DING!!!! Here's what he had ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=476 Need to break a losing streak?  Just drive to Cleveland, go to Progressive Field, and score just a couple runs, and that should do it.  Here are my thoughts: Paul Byrd stinks.  He said it was "like a pinball" machine out there, because baseballs were flying ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=473 If I gave you two choices, which one would you find more outrageous...it's June 11th and: The Indians are five games under .500 and 7 1/2 out of first; or Victor Martinez hasn't hit a home run yet? ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=472 Is the baseball Triple Crown the hardest thing in sports to accomplish, especially in this day and age? The last time it was done, it was a period in time where baseball still looked like this: So you know it's been a while. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=469 Good thing C.C. shut them down, because the Tribe sure as hell wasn't going to score for him.  Oh well, a win's a win.  Here are my thoughts: Still think it's time to trade C.C.?  We have to remember it's JUNE, and there's a lot of ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=466 I know I've been writing about Ken Griffey, Jr. a lot, but I just want people other than my friends to realize how good he really was. This article from ESPN's Tim Kurkjian talks about how freakin' sweet "The Kid" was after he was drafted, and how everyone knew ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=465 Check out this commercial, that was featured today on SI.com's Hot Clicks: Maybe that billboard should say "Maybe It Is the Steroids", with a needle sticking out of his bicep. Is it just me, or does Tom Glavine look like he's roping ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=462 I know it's the most cliche saying in all of sports, but the Indians really need to start taking this thing one game at a time. They're not doing themselves any favors by trying to figure out what they need to do from here on out to turn this ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=460 Here is the video of Ken Griffey, Jr.'s 600th HR: Griffey by bsap11 On deadspin.com, they talk about how it is an insult to Griffey to say that "he did it the right way.  Here's what they say about it: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=459 As you all probably know already, Ken Griffey, Jr. hit his 600th home run yesterday, becoming the 6th player to do so in MLB history. And probably the 4th to do it without steroids. Imagine how sick his numbers would be if he wouldn't have ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=458 As I mentioned before, this weekend sucked Indians-wise.  We have Rafael "Train Wreck" Betancourt giving up grannies, Westbrook will be Tommy-Johnning for a year, and we still can't hit for crap.  Here are my thoughts: Westbrook being out for the year puts the Tribe in a ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=455 Ok, I'm back all day.  Stupid rain ruined my golf. Lame. Anything you guys care to talk about? http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=454 I'm out of the office again today, but I will be back all day tomorrow. Not that there is great Indians news to talk about, except for a win yesterday off one of the biggest broke @$$ pitchers in baseball. Oh yeah, and Westbrook out for the year. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=453 Check out this article from The Onion, which talks about A-Rod and Jeter playing catch. My favorite part is the end, where Jeter calls A-Rod a "f***ing loser". http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=450 The Indians need to call the Yankees, and ask for Jason Giambi. I know they've been hitting the ball much better lately, but this can't hurt: Growing a mustache.  Just ask Jason Giambi. I read this on a blog called sabrneighbor.com: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=447 Here's the video of Coco Crisp charging the mound, then subsequently getting his ass kicked. Hurry up and watch it before MLB pulls it off YouTube: http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=442 For a team that seems to value character, and probably does more research than any other, this draft pick is very surprising. The Tribe drafted some dude named Lonnie Chisenhall with the 29th overall pick in the draft yesterday. Here is an excerpt from Chris ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=440 Usually when you score four runs off the other team's ace in the first inning, you have a pretty good chance of winning.  Except if you're the Tribe.  Here are my thoughts: Grady doubles, "How You Doin'" doubles, get four in the first, and we lose ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=437 Click here to read an article on espn.com on how the AL Central is performing almost opposite to everyone's expectations.  Here's what they say about the Indians' hitting: You think the White Sox have trouble scoring? Sheesh, the Indians hit just .218 for the entire month ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=436 You'd be surprised to see who Grady Sizemore said was the best athlete in MLB: Brandon Inge. In an article on espn.com in which athletes voted on who sports' best athlete was (LeBron James received the most votes), this is what Grady had to say: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=433 If you're a reader of this blog, you know that I'm a huge advocate of fans running on the field and then being physically injured shortly thereafter. I didn't realize the majority of these episodes happen in Boston. Check out this guy basically getting checked over the wall: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=430 There is a really good article on espn.com right now about the infamous 10-cent beer night at Cleveland Municipal Stadium on June 4, 1974.  Click here to read the whole thing. Here are some snippets: Accounts vary as to the volume ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=428 Last week, at a Seattle Mariners game, a lesbian couple was enjoying a probably Mariners loss at Safeco field (this isn't really them): When they decided to kiss, like a lot of couples do at games, an usher basically told the women to "tone it down", ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=425 As I've mentioned before, Grady clearly is hitting out of position.  He's leading the team in home runs from the leadoff spot, obviously missing out on a lot of RBI opportunities for the team. I got to the office this morning with this email from Craig, asking my opinion ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=422 Yes, I know it is the Rangers, but the Indians hitting has actually been pretty good the last couple games, especially last night.  Now I wouldn't get your hopes up, but it's definitely a good sign.  Here are my thoughts from last night: Who would've thought ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=421 Sorry guys, I'm not gonna be able to post anything new today. I thought a seminar I was in this morning was only gonna last an hour, but it led right into a retirement luncheon I had to go to. Now I am off to my golf league. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=420 I have bad news.  Since this blog was switched over to the new format a while ago, I lost some of the entries for the "guess the record contest", so there will be no winner. I have a new contest though.  Leave a comment and let me ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=419 While browsing Yahoo! Sports MLB section, they have a page that recaps every MLB game in a couple sentences. They took a shot at Casey Blake, and I thought it was amusing: "Casey Blake knocked in seven runs and went 3-for-5 with a pair of ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=416 This video is weird.  It is a video of the 1986 Los Angeles Dodgers doing the "Baseball Boogie".  Maybe it's just me, but it makes me a little uncomfortable: I'm guessing they got the idea to do it from the 1985 Chicago Bears' ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=413 Aaron Laffey has been a pleasant surprise for the Tribe this year, subbing admirably for Jake Westbrook during his stint on the DL.  Aside from last night, he's pretty much been lights out. That being said, if there is anything the Tribe has a surplus of, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=410 Moises Alou is probably most famous for peeing on his hands to prevent calluses, and second most famous for flipping out after Steve Bartman famously interfered with a foul ball that Alou felt he could've caught in the 2003 playoffs. Back in March, he recanted his ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=405 Since Jake Westbrook is going back on the DL (and he was scheduled to start tonight), the Tribe needs somebody to start tonight. Jeremy Sowers, right?  Can't do it.  He pitched Sunday, so he can't go tonight. It's gonna be Tom Mastny.  But only expect him ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=402 Common practice in any level of baseball is to take whatever pitch you get as a batter on a 3-0 count. Last night might change that mentality. Casey Blake, along with Chase Utley and Yunel Escobar, hit home runs on a 3-0 count. I ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=401 As I mentioned in my first post today, I am extremely happy for Josh Hamilton. Baseball fans know his story.  He was THE next big thing, a natural 5-tool player.  The Tampa Bay Devil Rays were lucky enough to take him number one overall in 1999, but he never ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=398 Hey!  They're .500 in the month of June!  It's kinda sad that I feel that is an accomplishment, but it is, so whatev.  Actually an entertaining game last night, pretty chill.  Here's what I'm thinkin': I feel very happy for Josh Hamilton (I'll cover that in ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=395 No, this isn't another video of drunk Red Sox fans.  However, the person in this video probably was drunk.  Watch him get leveled as he is running across the field: http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=394 As you all know, I am a big fan of "The Onion".  So you can imagine how excited I was when my dude Bryan told me this was coming out (warning--video contains some strong language and graphic material): Even better news....it ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=392 So I was reading this article on Yahoo! sports, and it kind of pissed me off. There are numerous quotes in there from Indians players saying stuff like "it'll get better", and "it'll all even out, we'll start hitting!". Now I think it's great they believe that, but ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=390 I covered last week (and Craig provided some numbers) about how dominant Ken Griffey, Jr. was in the 90's.  Well look how freakin' sweet Babe Ruth was in the 1920's: 1920    .376    54(HR)   137(RBI)   158(Runs) 1921    .378    59    171    177 1922    .315    35      99    94    ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=388 This is something that was discussed a lot over the weekend, and as I type on ESPN 850.  At what point do the Indians start thinking about trading C.C.? What could they realistically get for him? In my opinion, you don't trade C.C. unless they are ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=385 Nothing like letting the Royals take 2 out of 3 from you on the heels of a 12 game losing streak.  The Tribe is lucky the division sucks so bad, because they should (and deserve to be) buried and dead in the water.  Here are my thoughts from the weekend: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=384 As I've written about before, I really believe in Mark Shapiro and his vision for the Tribe.  He's made some really savvy moves, and for the most part put the right people in the right places. At least it seemed like it when he was doing it.  ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=382 I've heard from more than a handful of people that it is hard to register to leave comments on the blog. Well I checked it out, and it isn't. Just look on the right side (you might have to scroll down), hit the "register" link, choose a user ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=379 I know you guys like to play "Photo Hunt" when you go to your local watering hole. Here's a baseball version. Sorry, can't post the XXX version I know you pervs like to play. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=378 If you are between the ages of 20-26, you really remember how good Ken Griffey, Jr. used to be, and how sweet it was to watch him. You remember his home run trot, him climbing the wall to rob home runs, and diving in the gaps to steal hits ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=375 Today on SI.com's Hot Clicks, they show this video, asking the question if this is the worst first pitch of all time: They seem to have forgotten when Cincinnati's mayor threw out the first pitch at Great American Ballpark: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=371 Well, not exactly.  However, Rumors and Rants has rated Harry Doyle, the announcer from the "Major League" movies, the best movie sports broadcaster off all time! This is the most proud of been of something with a Chief Wahoo on it in quite awhile. Here is what they ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=368 Usually players and people in the profession disagree, but I absolutely love it when a player calls out another player or criticizes the hell out of the team.  It's like watching and reading about a sports version of the "Real World".  It feels really uncomfortable, but it's very entertaining. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=367 As I posted here last week, some minor league bum was traded for 10 maple wood bats.  No word on whether or not he is suicidal yet.  On a (somewhat) related note, I came across a list of other trades in MLB history that are a little unorthodox.  ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=364 Another day, another frustrating loss.  As Craig emailed me yesterday, this might be the worst situational hitting team in history.  Here are my depressing thoughts: Bottom of the 9th, runners on second and third, one out, and two of the Tribe's best hitters (Francisco and Martinez) ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=361 Ken Rosenthal has an article on FOXSports.com today throwing out the idea of the Indians dealing C.C. for some offensive firepower.  Among his suggestions: C.C. for Adam Dunn.  Are you kidding me?  Sure we'd get a few homers (as we saw last weekend), but Adam Dunn ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=360 The Browns could use this guy as a "change of pace" back.  He's reminiscent of Michael Vick a few years ago in that overtime game against the Vikings: I always admired the bravery of these guys.  Or their drunkenness.  Or both. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=359 When I was attempting to find something funny that was baseball related on YouTube, I searched "drunk baseball".  I was thinking maybe I'd find some drunk people playing baseball, or even find a baseball related drinking game I could suggest to you guys. Nope.  Just found a bunch of ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=357 New outlook on the tribe. Let the kids play. Its pretty inevitable Hafner is going on the DL .. call up Barfield and put him at second. Peralta is now your DH and Aubrey gets a shot to win the first base job but don't totally forget about ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=354 Wow it's been awhile since I got to put the Tribe's name up there first.  Kinda weird to tell you the truth.  Finally a nice, fun game to watch.  Here are my thoughts: Is it just me, or is that the first time the Tribe caught ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=353 When I watched the video for this, I thought it had to be a joke. Well, it isn't. MLB is no longer allowing Little League teams to use the names of MLB teams unless they buy their jerseys from the official supplier of Major League Baseball. This ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=352 Since the Indians are hitting in the .230s for the season, they're not reaching base very often.  However, they do lead MLB in hit batsmen.  So this solution should come pretty natural to them, and it would be totally believable: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=351 Yesterday night, Tommy suggested that I have a weekly feature on the blog. I can't think of anything.  So you should. Leave a comment on the site telling me what you would like to see regularly up here besides game recaps, etc. Let me know. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=349 So just when I thought Boston Red Sox fans couldn't be more obnoxious, these nerds go and do something like this: Yes, a chowdahead baptized his 1 year old son at Fenway Park, ensuring his son to be an annoying Red Sox fan ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=348 I know he isn't exactly tearing it up in Buffalo (he's hitting .246, 4 HR, 16 RBI), but he is hitting .280 in his last ten games.  Here's my question: Would it hurt to give him a few games at 2nd base?  I mean he can't be ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=344 So I was reading the Yahoo! sports website, and the question was asked if Omar Vizquel was a first ballot Hall of Famer. I'd say no, but I do think he will make it eventually. But that isn't the question I want to ask.  Here it is.  Will ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=341 Can things get any worse?  Well after losing 9 of 10, I'd say no.  This season is getting painful, and since I said they would be in first place for the rest of the season, they've fallen 5 1/2 back.  Here are my thoughts on the weekend: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=339 Ok, not really, but John Odom, now of the Laredo Broncos was traded from the Calgary Vipers for 10 baseball bats. Yes.  One man was traded for baseball bats. Apparently, Odom wasn't able to get into Canada because of immigration reasons. This guy has to feel like ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=338 Here is a funny fake video of a dog beating some nerd alert at Wii Sports Baseball: Well, he seems to hit better than about 80% of the Tribe's lineup, maybe it's worth looking into. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=335 Check out this joke the Philadelphia Phillies play on Kyle Kendrick: I kind of feel bad for him.  It's kind of like when Tom Selleck is told he's being traded in "Mr. Baseball".  Except he actually got traded. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=333 I know this story came out earlier this week, but since I was gone, I didn't get a chance to discuss it.  Apparently Jason Giambi started the trend of wearing a gold thong while he is in a hitting slump, with the thought that while at the plate, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=331 Well since the Tribe sucks right now, there really isn't too much to write about them.  So I figured I would explain where some of the language I use comes from. When I use the phrase "pretty chill, pretty poetic" (or if you see ToMMyBoy use it), it is ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=327 When workers in a normal setting (ex. an office, restaurant) are lifeless and basically worthless, who usually gets the blame?  Their manager. What do you do to light a fire under your workers?  You freakin' flip out.  Eric Wedge is so stoic in the dugout, no wonder ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=326 Nothing can go right for the Tribe.  This video is a couple days old, but this is the Indians' season in a nutshell: This season is about to kick the bucket. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=324 Nothing like losing six in a row heading into Memorial Day.  This is easily the most unwatchable and frustrating team in MLB.  They have so much talent and it is just going to waste.  Here are my thoughts from last night's game: Two freaking hits.  One ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=322 Do you think baseball games take too long from stop to finish?  Apparently MLB does.  In talks that will probably go nowhere, the executives are considering punishing teams for antics for slow play.  For example, a batter who takes too long readjusting his uniform, reading signs, etc could potentially take ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=321 Aaron Laffey has been a pleasant surprise this season.  Sure, we knew he was good, but who would've thought he'd be this good?  On espn.com's "Three Things to Watch" daily column, they featured Laffey (you might need an ESPN Insider account to see this, and I'm not giving you mine...but ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=318 I probably should've read this article before posting that Instant Replay post.  Here is what it says about it in Jayson Stark's "Rumblings and Grumblings" column: "• Let's go to the videotape: Major League Baseball isn't ready to make any announcements. But it looks as if it's ready to ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=317 Over the last few days, umpires have have blown two home run calls in New York.  The first was by Carlos Delgado, where the ump called the ball foul, when it clearly hit the foul pole (there was even a scuff mark from the ball). Second was last night, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=316 Since this blog wasn't around during last year's playoff run, we never really got to have a conversation about this issue: Should the face of Cleveland sports be seen sitting IN CLEVELAND wearing the hat of a historic rival, while we're playing them in the playoffs? ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=315 Click here to read who the characters in the "Indiana Jones" series if they MLB players.  Here is a little excerpt: "Arnold Toht: Marty Cordova Toht is the creepy Nazi character who is remembered for: 1. Being ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=310 So before last weekend, I felt the Indians had turned the corner.  They actually seemed to be hitting the ball, the pitching staff was in it's most dominant stretch in eons, and the people following the team genuinely felt that the Tribe had finally arrived.  Then last weekend came, and ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=309 Hey guys, I'm not gonna be able to post again until Thursday, because I'll be out of town until then. Maybe then the Tribe will stop losing to teams like the Reds. See ya then...or whatevuh. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=308 Ben Francisco just appeared on "The Jim Rome Show" on 850.  I've gone over Jungle Karma before, so I'd expect a sweep this weekend.  Rome also said he'd be having Ryan Garko on as a guest on his TV show "Jim Rome Is Burning". ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=307 Ken Griffey Jr. and his teammate Josh Fogg had a $1,500 bet for something, I don't know what.  Anyways, Griffey lost, and he paid his debt--in pennies.  Check this out: How pissed off would you be?  Either way, it's hilarious.  What makes it more hilarious is ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=304 Jayson Stark has a blog on espn.com called "Three Strikes", and it's a blog I enjoy reading.  Here is what he said about Cliff Lee in his first bullet point: "STRIKE ONE -- THE ON A ROLL AWARD: The entire Indians starting rotation could scarf up this award, considering ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=301 A lot of you guys have seen this, but I highly suggest taking 5-7 minutes of your time and watch this video. I will only preface this by saying these two guys have been in a prank war, and this is the most recent prank. And if ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=300 I can't tell if this is funny or not, except for the third guy in the black shirt who kind of looks like that creepy brother from "Wedding Crashers".  I think the part with the girl and the popcorn is fake. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=298 As I posted earlier, Laffey Taffy gave up an unearned run to end the streak of scoreless innings pitched by starters.  Dah well, they still swept, and here are my thoughts: Again, the pitching.  It's ridiculous how good they've been lately.  Can you imagine where they ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=296 Well, Laffey Taffy BLEW IT and gave up a run in today's game.  Well not really, it was an unearned run, but still, I wanted that record. Don't blame me, I didn't jinx him earlier whatever you may think.  Regardless, I was gonna post this whether or ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=295 I have a new contest for you.  Come up with a hilarious caption for this picture, and I will give you some prize to be determined later.  It's probably gonna be pretty sweet though.  It's a pretty old pic from the Brian Giles days in Cleveland. Have at it, nerds: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=293 Carlos Lee is pretty funny: http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=290 This has been around for a couple months, it has nothing to do with baseball, but it's effin sweet. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=287 ESPN.com's Baseball Tonight Clubhouse says that this streak of starting pitching from the Tribe could be the turning point of the Tribe's season.  Here is a makeshift version of the chart they showed on their page: Current six-game homestand May 14 C.C. Sabathia vs. Athletics ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=285 Check out Manny Ramirez last night: I don't care, that is funny.  Manny is cool as hell. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=284 So, the Indians have shutout three straight opponents, and this seems like something straight out of a videogame.  It is almost unprecedented, and they do have a record within striking distance (knock on wood).  Here are my thoughts: Well, C.C. was absolutely dominant, finishing the game ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=282 Watch this video from what appears to be some minor league baseball game.  Either the father put some juice or something in the bottle, or he is just flat out the worst dad ever.  Judging by his haircut, I'm gonna go with the latter: http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=281 Ok, here's the video of Asdrubal Cabrera's unassisted triple play (I'm really tired of typing that): My friend Bryan pointed out in a comment that it is very probable he traveled the least amount of distance a triple play has ever covered, and ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=279 Well, it seems as though MLB has pulled every video online of Asdrubal Cabrera's unassisted triple play, at least one you can pull from another page.  So here's a weird video that is pretty much devoting this person's love to Victor Martinez and Asdrubal Cabrera (didn't know people felt this ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=277 Here is the "Baseball Tonight" crew dissecting Asdrubal Cabrera's unassisted triple play.  I didn't know he was only the second second (?) baseman to do it: http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=275 This has nothing to do with baseball, but this is hilarious. This hot Kristen Heigl somewhat look-a-like would never date this weasel loser who looks like a cross between Breckin Meyer and that other guy from "Road Trip": Enjoy. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=274 FoxSports.com's Dayn Perry released his "25% Mark Awards" for MLB baseball.  Guess who he has at MVP?  None other than Cliff Lee.  Here's what he had to say: "AL MVP — Cliff Lee, Indians Before we get busy justifying this one, a few words on MVP criteria ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=267 Goose Gossage has weighed in on the whole "How You Doin'"-Joba Chamberlain feud.  As you all know, "How You Doin'" hit a pinch hit, go ahead home run off of Chamberlain last week, and the next day, Chamberlain struck him out in a huge situation and went over the top ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=266 How many times in MLB history do you think teams have split a doubleheader by the same score?  Who knows, who cares.  Here are my thoughts on the game: Two absolute gems by Fausto Carmona and Cliff Lee.  Somehow, Cliff Lee lowered his ERA to 0.67, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=263 Here's a funny poke at Miguel Tejada, featuring none other than Bill Simmons and Jimmy Kimmel: http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=262 Here is an article about Cliff Lee by none other than our buddy Jon Heyman. This is actually a well written article, and I'm glad we have Ol' Cliffy back. Here are some of the highlights: • Since the end of World II only three pitchers have ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=260 Watch this video, and let me know who you think the bigger nerd is (warning: video contains some strong language): I don't like the guy in the blue, because it seems like he's just trying to be Andy from "The Office". My opinion:  the "Star Wars" guy is the bigger nerd.  ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=259 Personally, I believe Roger Clemens should not ever, and I mean ever, be inducted into the Professional Baseball Hall of Fame. However, it has nothing to do with this performance enhancing drug accusations, his tumultuous personal life, or his skeezeball personality. It has everything to do with this: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=257 Here's a little excerpt from a story from si.com's "Morning Jolt", with Manny Ramirez claiming he's gonna win a Gold Glove, among other ridiculous claims: "Forget 500 home runs, Manny Ramirez has his eyes on another prize -- a Gold Glove. But, according to Ramirez, there's one problem. "How ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=255 Here is what espn.com had to say about today's second game of the doubleheader (if they get to play it). "Blue Jays at Indians, 7:35 p.m. ET, ESPN: Cliff Lee (6-0, 0.81 ERA) puts his perfect record and nearly spotless ERA on the line in the second game of ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=253 Well, the weather couldn't have come at a worse time.  The bats finally wake up, and they get put out of their rhythm.  Oh well, maybe they just needed the confidence back.  Here are my thoughts from the weekend: While watching the game Saturday night with ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=252 I'm sure you've all seen this video of Mr. Redlegs at a recent Cincinnati Reds game: This kind of thing shows why the Tribe will always be the baseball king of Ohio.  This would never happen to Slider.  This is bush league. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=251 One of my favorite websites, cracked.com, compiled a list of baseball happenings that aren't worse than the steroid epidemic.  Guess who cracked (no pun intended) the top 9?  None other than Tribe legend Albert Belle!  Here's what they had to say about him: "Albert Belle Claim to infamy: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=249 So .. is there any doubt the Indians have the deepest and probably the best rotation in the AL (3rd in team ERA). But, take out CC's  and our starters ERA this year is 2.56! The question we will ask all year is -- were will we get offense? I ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=248 It seems like Cliff Lee is getting better with each start.  He shut down a high octane Yankee offense like clockwork.  He's no stranger to this kind of success to start a season, remember he did start 10-0 or 11-0 a few years ago.  Here are my thoughts on the ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=247 Here is a hilarious article from the perspective of the Chicago White Sox during the movie "Angels in the Outfield".  Here's an excerpt: "I found out recently that they had angels - yes, LITERAL angels - helping them out. Hitting homeruns for them, moving the foul post ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=246 Well tonight is a matchup of two of the best pitchers of this young baseball season. Cliff Lee (5-0, 0.96 ERA) faces off against Chien-Ming Wang (6-0, 3.00 ERA) tonight in the Bronx, with the Indians hoping to carry over some of the momentum from last night's win. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=243 I just read an article that kind of made me want to jump off a cliff.  Or sign Barry Bonds. This isn't a good thing for Tribe fans. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=241 In an interview that will be aired on the YES network, Alex Rodriguez's wife, Cynthia, told the interviewer that A-Rod passed out during the birth of their first child.  She then mentioned this, completely emasculating her $275 million dollar husband: "As tough and big as he seems, he is ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=237 Remember that episode of "The Simpsons" when Mr. Burns loaded his softball team with Major League Baseball players to beat some other softball team (Shelbyville Power Plant?)  Well maybe this will help you remember: How about we do a little "Where Are They Now" with the classy MLB stars they chose ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=236 Is it just me, or has it been old for years how all major sports networks and websites cover the Yankees and Red Sox exponentially more than every other team combined? I went on espn.com, si.com, foxsports.com, and yahoosports.com, to see how many links there were on their MLB ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=234 Here is a hilarious story as to why Koby Clemens struck out so much in high school...and I'm not talking about on the diamond. (Warning:  Link contains some strong language and off color humor) Here's a preview: http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=233 A couple of weeks ago, I was talking with my uncle about the Indians.  I said something like "if we just hit, the team will be fine.  The pitching is too good." He responded:  "We?  What have you done for the team?" He went onto say that he ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=230 Is today the day that the Indians put it all together, and take charge of this surprisingly weak division? Is today the day Pronk starts his ascent out of this horrendous slump he's in? Is today the day that Victor Martinez stops acting like a leadoff hitter and ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=229 If the last two weeks are any indication, don't go to Progressive Field on a Sunday.  For the second straight Sunday, the Indians were shut out at home, this time by the bottom feeding Kansas City Royals.  The lack of bats make the Tribe a pretty boring team to watch. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=228 Jason Michaels has been designated for assignment for the Indians today, with the addition of Ben Francisco from Buffalo. Classic addition by subtraction.  But also addition by addition, with Ben Francisco. This team is in trouble if we're looking to a guy not even batting .300 in Buffalo ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=226 On Friday night in Washington, Papa John's Pizza sponsored shirts for the Wizards fans that had "Crybaby" printed on them, in light of the comments Brendan Haywood made about LeBron James. The Cleveland fans were furious, and immediately called for a boycott of the pizza franchise, and Papa John's ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=225 Have you heard about Ozzie Guillen's latest rant?  This guy is comedic gold.  I'm not saying I'd rather have him as Eric Wedge as the Tribe's manager, but I wish Wedgie would show a little more emotion, and rip into the players a little more.  Here's ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=223 It just occurred to me why Travis Hafner has been struggling the last couple years. At the beginning of the 2007 season, a Travis Hafner autographed bat was given to me in a DHL box, to which I just put in the corner of my office and never took ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=222 Well, there is one good thing about the weekend, it is that the Tribe can pitch.  There is one terrible thing (or nine):  the Tribe can't hit.  I was golfing with my friend Po yesterday, and he brought up a good point.  He said that if the leadoff ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=220 Here was a question submitted to Jayson Stark in his chat earlier today: Dan (Buffalo, NY): Jayson, will the Indians starters keep the team afloat until the bats and bullpen wake up? You know how I feel about this, let's see what a real baseball expert says: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=219 You know I enjoy watching the "Real World:  Hollywood".  I've mentioned how I think Joey is going to provide me the most entertainment than any other cast member in recent memory.  He is crazy.  Maybe.  I can't decide. Why can't I decide?  I don't know, because he said he's there to ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=218 You guys know who Prince Fielder is, right?  The slugger from Milwaukee, Cecil Fielder's son, blah blah blah...   Now that we've introduced you, would somebody please tell him to tell his son to quit stealing cars and inducing panic? Ok ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=213 Roger Clemens' extramarital affairs have been highly documented throughout the life of this blog, lets go over some of them: Starting an affair with a 15 year old Mindy McrCready when he was 28, but it didn't become "intimate" until she was 18, which apparently made ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=209 Jon Heyman (aka the guy thrashing C.C.) actually called Cliff Lee the best pitcher for the first month of the season.  Here is what he had to say about him: "Pitcher of the Month: Indians starter Cliff Lee, who was vying for the No. 5 job in spring, was ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=206 On espn.com's Page 2, they have a poll to vote for MLB's April MVP. The candidates are Cliff Lee, Josh Hamilton, Chase Utley, and Brandon Webb. Click here to submit your vote. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=204 That was a hell of a game (read:  pretty boring) game to watch.  Don't get me wrong I love old fashioned pitchers duels, but usually not when it's Paul Byrd and Miguel Batista.  Oh well, a win is a win.  Here are my thoughts: Well Craig ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=201 Check out this video of two humongous dorks on a baseball diamond: If there were two things that couldn't possibly be any more different it would be Star Wars and baseball. So why did they produce a video that featured both? Because they're freaking nerds ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=200 Well one month has passed in the MLB season, and now I'll offer up my predictions as to how each division will finish. AL EAST Boston New York Tampa Bay Baltimore Toronto ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=198 Here was a question submitted to Keith Law, a baseball analyst for ESPN: "Pete (Chicago): Pronk = cooked?" And here's the answer: Keith Law: (1:50 PM ET ) I won't go that far. Might be time to accept a lower level of production from him. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=197 Check out this guy who can almost perfectly emulate every memorable batting stance from the 1980's: http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=196 Geez.  This Roger Clemens thing just starts getting better and better.  First it is 15 year old rising country stars, now it is ex-wives of redneck alcoholic golfers.  SI.com has a story saying Clemens has been linked to John Daly's ex wife, Paulette Dean Daly. Apparently he would fly ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=194 Wow...pitching AND hitting!  We're usually used to one or another.  But I'll take it...here are my thoughts: Isn't it amazing that Cliff Lee barely made the team, and was left off the postseason roster?  He's now 5-0 with an ERA under one, and trying to become ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=190 Okay, I have a new contest for you guys.  I need you to play "fortune teller" and tell me what you think the Tribe's record will be on June 1st.  I will need all submissions by May 5th.  The winner will receive two tickets to the June 24th game against ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=189   In a fan survey conducted by SI.com, Progressive Field was ranked number one under a myriad of categories and fan input.  Here's how they did it: "These are your rankings. They are based solely on results taken from an online survey of baseball fans in ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=187 The 2008 Indians are following the script from Major League II to a T.  Let's look at how exactly they are doing it: A team that goes further than it probably should the year before has huge expectations for the next, and  they get off to ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=184 Well I decided to end the contest about 12 hours early, and the winning name is: TRIBAL PURSUIT It was submitted by ToMMyBoy, and he sent me along the rhetoric behind it.  Here it is: "Hey Bill, I've got a great idea for a name for ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=182 Here is what my buddy Craig said about the Tribe's season.  I think it's pretty much spot on: "You know what's frustrating ... It used to be the Indians were an ace away from winning the world series. They could score 7 or 8 runs a game at will, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=181 I had to steal that from Chris Assenheimer's recap today, because that's pretty much all there was to it.  Where the hell are the bats?  Here are my thoughts: Well I thought we were in for a big game when Grady started off with a double, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=180 Since Major League was on ESPN Classic last night, I decided to watch the second half of the movie.  Laying in bed last night, I started thinking about how many hilarious quotes there are.  Here are some of my favorites, straight from the "memorable quotes" section from imdb.com: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=179 Watch this video and ponder this question:  How in the hell is this guy alive? http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=178 It has been reported that Roger Clemens had a decade long affair with country star Mindy McCready, and Brain McNamee's lawyers are going after the Rocket's reputation by showing he isn't the family man that he says he is.  Now that isn't too out of the ordinary.  Professional athlete cheating ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=176 Grady Sizemore's consecutive games played streak ended Sunday at 382 games.  Why would he quit?  I know he had Cal Ripken's record in his cross hairs, only 2,250 games to go.  Maybe he was out late Saturday with the Grady's Ladies, celebrating how there is a group of ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=173 Over the weekend, my college buddy Hood pointed out something very funny to me.  The striking resemblance of Franklin Gutierrez to pop culture icon Prince.  I wonder if Gutierrez dresses like him on off days.  If I were you, I'd expect a lot of "Revolution" puns whenever Franklin has a ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=170 Sorry I wasn't able to post at all this weekend, I had a lot going on.  Aside from yesterday afternoon, you have to call this weekend a success.  Here are some of my thoughts from the weekend: That was a huge HR for Jhonny Peralta on ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=165 Click here to read one blogger's opinion as to why he thinks the Tribe should sign Barry Bonds. My opinion?  I would sign him in my franchise mode in a second.  If I'm Mark Shapiro?  I wouldn't touch him with a 39 1/2 foot pole. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=164 On espn.com, they have held a very comprehensive survey that spanned the four major sports to find out which sports team gives a fan the best experience possible.  Click here to see the complete rankings and to look at the criteria each team was critiqued on. The Cleveland Indians ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=161 As we all know, the New York Yankees are coming to town this weekend, for the first time since "Bug-Gate" (Note:  I'm not sure where I read this, but it's true.  If the Nixon scandal would've happened at a Ritz-Carlton Hotel, would every scandal thereafter be called "Water-Ritz" or "Spy-Carlton"?  ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=160 Watch this YouTube video of some guy calling a Red Sox game in Japan.  It's pretty clear he knows nothing about baseball... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=157 SWEEP.  The Indians really needed that.  I really needed that.  Are they finally turning the corner?  Only time will tell.  One thing is for damn sure:  Cliff Lee is back.  Here are my thoughts: Cliff Lee actually managed to lower his ERA from 0.40 to 0.28.  ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=155 Why did they start this game at 5:00 KC time?  Why not the good old day-night doubleheader?  Those people are weird down there.  Here's what I'm thinkin: A very good sign:  two straight big offensive games.  9 runs on 15 hits is gonna get it done ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=154 While reading through some Tribe tidbits online, I stumbled across this gem of a trivia question I can ask for the rest of my life: What are the most combined RBI from 8-9 hitters in a single game in the DH era? Answer:  Casey Blake and Franklin Gutierrez.  ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=153 Do you guys remember this Rolling Rock commercial? This commercial is soooo unrealistic....you're not allowed to bring beer into the stadium! http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=152 Well since the weather didn't cooperate yesterday, I don't have a whole lot of Indians thoughts running through my head.  However, I did watch the Real World last night, and I really urge you to do the same every Wednesday night at 10.  Let me do the honor of personally ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=150 I have been pretty hard on Hank Steinbrenner so far this year, saying he should butt out of of the personnel moves GM Brian Cashman makes. Maybe he shouldn't. I never noticed this before, but Brian Cashman shares a striking resemblance to Michael Scott, the dim witted, buffoonish ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=133 Since Jake Westbrook is heading to the GM, manager Eric Wedge called up Jeremy Sowers to take his spot in the rotation over Aaron Laffey.  Wedge's explanation for the move?  "We had some different reasons for choosing Jeremy". Well thanks for the info, Wedgie. If it were my ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=128 Here is a funny short article from SportsPickle.com, poking fun at the lame Red Sox-Yankees burying a jersey underneath Yankee Stadium nonsense: Yankees dig up sewer pipes installed below new stadium by Red Sox fan Construction workers began a massive project today to unearth a vast system of ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=127 There is one thing that was nice about last night's game being delayed...the Indians didn't lose the calendar day after their last win!  The rain was pretty bad there, so bad that this kid's parents just up and left him at Kauffman Stadium: Well I'm back all ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=126 In honor of Casey Blake's huge night, here's a video I found of him talking about his high school and college days: http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=123 It's about time.  They get a lights out performance from C.C. Sabathia, and their bats woke up from their 3 week slumber.  I can't even begin to explain how giddy I am after watching this Tribe gem.  This entry is going to be a little longer since I'll be in ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=121 I am currently in Columbus for an online newspaper seminar, played a little golf, and had dinner with my cousin, and just got back to my hotel room, and turned on the Tribe game. This is the Tribe I envisioned, along with everyone else. I will post my ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=120 Wow.  Look at this video taken from a Yankees-Red Sox game.  Notice how the guy gets power-bombed, Kevin Nash style, into the next level.  These people are psychos (warning-video contains some strong language). http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=118 Check out this Boston fan, who caught a foul ball during yesterday's Red Sox-Rangers game.  Look at how lame this guy's facial expressions are when he puts his hands up and shakes them like a middle school cheerleader. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=115 I've been pretty vocal about how disappointed I am with the Tribe's offense (with the exception of Victor Martinez).  After looking through all of their offensive numbers, here are some of my other thoughts: The Indians have one....ONE person batting over .300, and that is Victor ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=113 This YouTube video was sent my way from a reader.  It's pretty good.  Maybe the Tribe should watch it, and possibly play some inspired ball. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=112 How messed up are New York sports executives?  Yesterday, Hank Steinbrenner basically called manager Joe Girardi an idiot for not having Joba Chamberlain in the starting rotation, completely undercutting somebody who actually has baseball knowledge, in GM Brian Cashman.  Sure, Joba has amazing stuff, but he really hasn't been a ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=110 Below is a seating chart of Progressive Field.  I have circled section 171, which is where you will sit if you win the contest.  I have also pointed out where "How You Doin'" will likely be if you attend.  As you can see I'm something like Da Vinci with MS ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=107 So, since Joe Borowski has been placed on the DL, Rafael Bentancourt has not had an opportunity to save a game.  Also, the offense has all but disappeared.  So that got me thinking: Did the hitters know that they needed to produce runs because it was pretty much inevitable ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=103 Today, John Heyman of SI.com, posted a story with his opinion of what is going on around the majors.  This is what he says about C.C. Sabathia (I'm starting to think the guy is somewhat obsessed with C.C.  Sure, it's a big story in the baseball world, but now it ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=102 Got this from a website that listed baseball's biggest wack jobs, and there's no surprise Milton Bradley is on the list.  Aren't you glad this guy doesn't play for the Tribe anymore?   "Isn't it interesting how this ballplayer-cum-occasional-sociopath's Wikipedia bio doesn't mention any of his many locker-room spleen-ventings? ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=98 I know this isn't Indians related, but I was reading a list of underappreciated video game athletes, and Paperboy came up at the end.  Since I work for a newspaper, I thought it was worthy of a post: Paperboy – Paperboy You probably don’t think of ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=96 Cal Ripken is going to be live in studio on "The Really Big Show" on ESPN 850 in a few minutes. They're probably gonna make me throw up with them most likely fawning over him. Click here to get my full thoughts on this guy. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=95 If there is one thing I have learned about the Tribe this year, it's that they love to waste great starts by their starting pitchers.  If they don't start hitting, there might be a collective uproar from the pitching staff.  Here are my thoughts on the game: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=94 While watching Major League for at least the 50th time, a couple things came to me: Even though the team totally sucks, why aren't these players recognizable?  Jake goes into that library and nobody stops and looks at him, tries to talk to him, or even ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=93 Is it OK to retroactively nickname Pedro Cerrano "The President" due to his role on "24"?  Consider it done. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=92 Major League is on TBS right now.  Watch it, live it, love it. Turned it on just in time for my favorite line: "You may run like Mays but you hit like $!&@" http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=91 Sometimes this Tribe boggles my mind.  They are pretty much the definition of bipolar.  How do they go from absolutely thrashing the Tigers, to shutting down the Twins, to getting shut down by the Twins?  If I were Jake Westbrook, I wouldn't be very happy.  He's been our ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=88 John Heyman from si.com posted a story wondering what is wrong with C.C. Sabathia, and how he is costing himself millions this April. After thinking about this, I really don't think he is.  The facts remain that he is a 28 year old left hander with a dominant fastball ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=87 Just yesterday, Miguel Tejada admitted that he was 33, not the 31 year-old everybody thought he was.  When he was 17 years old, he told the people who signed him he was 19 so he could escape the terrible living conditions he was forced to endure. I know what ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=86 Rumors and Rants, a random sports blog, has a list of the top 10 nicknames in MLB.  Our Pronk came in at numero uno.  Here's the entry: "Travis Hafner's nickname has two things working in its favor. First, it is absolutely original. When is the last time you heard ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=85 As everybody knows, the Cleveland Cavaliers start their march toward the NBA Finals tomorrow at 12:30.  Although this is very exciting, and they have the best player in the world, don't forget the Tribe plays tomorrow at 3:55. If yesterday showed us anything, it is that the Indians are ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=83 What do you guys think of the new look?  My dude Ted at work set up this template for me, I think it's really cool. Also, I'm still waiting for some contest entries.  Just so you know, these aren't nosebleed seats I'm offering.  They are Section 171, Row R, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=82 Check this out. It is espn.com's Page 2's opinion of what is going on in C.C. Sabathia's brain. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=81 Finally. Finally. We get the all around effort from all parts of the team. This was truly a breath of fresh air. Here are my thoughts from the game: Obviously I loved what I saw from Fausto. If he is going to be ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=80 There is a hilarious story on theonion.com today, here's a short excerpt and the link: "By giving Bernie this chance, we have once again proven why we are the classiest organization in all of sports," Levine added. "Lesser teams would have overreacted to this whole curse ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=79 In Jayson Stark's column "Rumblings and Grumblings", he goes down the list of some players that are off to a quick start, and determines whether or not they are for real or not. The list goes from the obvious, Justin Upton (for real) to Gabe Kapler (nah). Cliff Lee is ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=78 Look at this video from a high school baseball game, and something tells me the movie "Major League 2" has something to do with it: http://view.break.com/488117 - Watch more free videos This is eerily reminiscent of when Willy Mays ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=77 Today on espn.com's "3 Things to Watch" for tonight, they had this little tidbit about Fausto Carmona: "Fausto Carmona earned his newly-signed four-year contract extension by winning 19 games with a 3.06 ERA (second-best in the AL) last season, a stunning improvement ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=76 Rick Sutcliffe, of espn.com, had this to say about C.C. Sabathia and Fausto Carmona: "The National League West has two of the best one-two pitching combinations with Jake Peavy and Chris Young in San Diego and Brandon Webb and Dan Haren in Arizona. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=75 Ouch. That one really hurt. That one was painful to watch. Here are my depressing thoughts on that debacle: What's going on with C.C.? Where is his command? Again, from a Cleveland pitcher, we get the "it's not physical" company line. In this ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=74 According to Major League's Wikipedia page, there is an alternate ending to the movie. This is how it is described: "In the theatrical release, the Indians are shown winning to a stunned Rachel Phelps, who now is presumed to not move the team to Florida due ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=73 Last night at the game I saw a guy with a Rick Vaughn #99 jersey. And I had a tough time trying to decide if it was a cool idea, or extremely lame. On the one hand, he has a jersey that will never be out ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=72 This is from Buster Olney's "Three Things to Watch" Column this afternoon: Indians lefty C.C. Sabathia won the American League Cy Young Award last season thanks to superior control and career-bests in wins (19) and ERA (3.21). He walked one batter every 6½ innings (37 BB ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=71 Last night, as everyone knows (and Craig reminded you) was Dollar Dog Night at Progressive Field. While you're there, it seems like such a good deal, since they are usually something like $3.75. It's actually still a pretty crappy price considering the product they actually give ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=70 Here is what was waiting for me in my inbox this morning from Craig. Sorry he decides to be disgusting at the end: So, the last two nights the Tribe has wasted great starts by Westbrook and Byrd. Right now they are struggling to close games ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=69 That sucked. They claw their way back, and the bullpen blows it again...here are the things I was thinking about while sitting at Fenway Park errrrrrrrrrrrr Progressive Field (more on that later): Way to go Tribe, that was great of you guys to ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=68 Well I'm out of here for the day, Tommy, Craig, my buddy Chad, and myself are heading downtown for Dollar Dog Night. We're gonna make Tommy go get the hot dogs so we don't miss the game, because he isn't exactly a baseball aficionado. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=67 While sitting around with some friends and watching the Tribe on Sunday, a trivia question came on the screen: Who was the Indians first ever draft pick? The answer was Ray Fosse, in 1965. You know, the guy that Pete Rose ran over ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=66 As expected, Joe Borowski has been added to the disabled list. The Indians called up Tom Mastny from AAA. I have a feeling that us Cleveland fans won't be seeing this look anymore: Hey we might ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=65 I think I found the Indians' new closer. We'll just call him "Crazy Wiffle Ball Pitcher Guy". Check out this video on YouTube: This guy is nuts. I have no idea how he pitches with that kind of precision. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=64 After the game last night, Joe Borowski was slated to meet with team physicians to see if they could pinpoint any problems with his arm. He went on to say that he doesn't believe it's anything physical. He then went onto say it felt like he ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=63 Scott Petrak has a great column in today's Chronicle. He really puts things into perspective for you panicking Tribe fans. Check it out... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=62 Wow. That's not even a heart breaker. I think we all knew what was going to happen when Manny stepped to the plate in the 9th. Here are some thoughts: What a way to waste the first "chill" moment of the year. When ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=61 When you type a player's name into YouTube, what do you expect to see? Probably their best highlights, a slideshow, or some fan's video of his favorite player doing something sweet, right? Well, I typed "How You Doin's" real name into it, and came up with this: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=60 I know that Grady Sizemore has his little fan club, Grady's Ladies, and I figured it was just a few women who liked Grady. I had no idea how big this thing really is. Check out their website: http://www.gradysladies.com This is a ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=59 The Tigers need help. Their team is in shambles. Nobody is healthy. Their bullpen sucks. They really need Joel Zumaya back. They need him to be focused, healthy, and hungry. Let's take a look at how that's coming along: ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=58 This little tidbit comes from Yahoo! sports: "The last time Indians pitcher Jake Westbrook faced the Red Sox was in Game 7 of the 2007 ALCS. Tonight in Cleveland, Westbrook looks to continue the stellar pitching that he has produced in two starts this season (2.76 ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=57 Well, as you might have heard, the Yankees organization unearthed the Red Sox shirt that was buried within the new Yankee Stadium. Hank Steinbrenner replies with "I hope his co-workers kick the [expletive] out of him". I wonder which curse ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=56 Ok, sweet, we didn't get swept. They got the win I said they needed, and hopefully they keep this momentum going for a tough stretch this week. Here's what I thought about the game: Is Cliff Lee back? After 8 superb innings yesterday, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=55 I would like to use this opportunity to tell everyone not to see the movie "The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford". I was pretty excited to see this movie. I have never been more excited to see a movie end. This movie ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=54 I hope I didn't jinx Fausto by killing the White Sox with him in "The Show". I don't think I did. I hope. Onto my thoughts: EIGHT walks!?!?! That's not a good sign. You have to credit the A's for being extremely patient, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=53 It my humble opinion, there is only one real way to know if an athlete has really made it. And that isn't once he gets his first big contract. It is when video game ratings people finally start respecting him. Fausto Carmona has made it. ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=52 Currently, Jerry Crasnick from espn.com has a story on the MLB page about how Chien-Ming Wang dominated the Red Sox last night in Boston. This is the headline he chose to go with: "Fenway sellout sees nothing but Wang" I can just ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=51 Who would've thought that the Oakland A's would totally have the Tribe's number this year? Another loss, and at home...kind of depressing. Here are my thoughts: Whaaaaat is the deaaaal with C.C. (said in Jerry Seinfeld's voice)? Is he pressured to play for ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=50 Well, it has been announced that nobody mentioned in the infamous Mitchell Report will be suspended by MLB. That's a shame, we could've really used some suspension time for Paul Byrd. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=49 After thinking about the Red Sox fan who buried a Red Sox t-shirt within the walls of Yankee Stadium to jinx the team, I started to wonder if Cleveland players or fans had any weird superstitions. Much to my surprise, mentalfloss.com had "The 10 Most Bizarre Athlete Superstitions" on March ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=48 Here is some more evidence that Clevelanders are cooler than the "chowdaheads" from Boston: My friend Bridget sent me this picture after reading the earlier post. Isaac was nice enough to take a picture with Bridget and Kara, and looks genuinely happy to do ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=47 This year, Sports Illustrated picked the Detroit Tigers to win the World Series. In 1987, SI picked the Indians, and featured none other than Cory Snyder and Joe Carter on the cover: First of all, the unintentional ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=46 People from Boston wonder why everyone outside Boston hates the Red Sox so much. First of all, they've become the new version of the Yankees, and then their stupid fans do things like this. This is taken from a story on espn.com: "A construction worker and ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=45 It's really getting on my nerves that Red Sox fans are getting all of this praise for giving Bill Buckner a standing ovation during their ceremony on the day of their home opener. This is a man who received death threats for 20 years, and even after they won the ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=44 Since it's an off day, it has been pretty slow with new Indians news. One thing did cross my mind though. Do you guys think Jason Michaels and BA Billy Gunn (formerly of WWE's Degeneration X and the New Age Outlaws) are somehow related? Possibly even separated at birth? ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=43 Last night, in the 9th inning, Angels pitcher Justin Speier hit Travis Hafner in the right elbow with a pitch. The previous day, Hafner hit the 500 foot moon shot off of Speier. Was this intentional? Eric Wedge thought "it didn't look too good", and Pronk called ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=42 The Indians are very lucky to have Mark Shapiro. Not only does he put a playoff contender on the field on a shoestring budget, but he does an amazing job of locking up our young talent. Do you know how hard it would ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=41 Espn.com has reported that the Indians have signed Fausto Carmona to a long term deal. The deal is guaranteed through 2011, with club options for 2012, 2013, 2014. The terms will be disclosed at a 3 PM press conference. Obviously a good move, he has a ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=40 I never would have thought that after 9 games into the season, that the Indians would be looking up at the Kansas City Royals and the Chicago White Sox. It's kind of depressing. Anyways, onto my thoughts: Well the silver lining is at ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=39 I know, I know, I am pretty much quoted as saying even though he doesn't do it in a quick, efficient manner, Joe Borowski just gets the job done. That was before that walk off grand slam by Torii Hunter. Even though I still believe he should be the Indians' ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=38 In an article on espn.com's Page 2, it lists the worst MLB promotional giveaways of 2008. This appeared on the list: Weather Curriculum Book (Indians, May 15 and 28) -- If there's anything that will get more kids through the turnstiles, ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=37 Jeff Thomas from the "Really Big Show" just said if he could ship out one Cleveland sports player he would send David Delucci in a second. From here on out, he will be referred to as "How You Doin'", because that is the nickname I think ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=36 I found this picture from the website http://www.straightcashhomey.net/, which is a website that people submit photos of people at sporting events wearing old and funny jerseys. This website pretty much hits the nail on the head why I will never buy a jersey again. Oh yeah that and I had ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=35 While I was contemplating writing this blog, I knew I wanted it to have a clever name. As you can see, I could not come up with one. This is where you guys come in. If you can think of a better name, I will give ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=34 Since I refer to my friends Tommy and Craig in pretty much every post, I decided to put up a picture of each of them so you can put a face to the debauchery, hilarious comments and stories. The strapping young ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=33 Well I'm back from Vegas, and although I didn't win any money (because I didn't know when to walk away), I did have a LOT of fun, even more so because I was with a diehard Tigers fan. I do have a few thoughts about what happened the last few ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=30 Have you heard that commercial on the radio from Tanya Roberts talking about the "hottest new place in Vegas, Tahiti Village?" Well I'm not going there, but I am going to Las Vegas, and staying at the New York, New York Casino. I guess the point of this post is ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=29 Well you can't win them all, but it would've been sweet to start the year off with a sweep. Here's a couple thoughts: You have to figure the runs would be hard to come by, after lighting up the scoreboard for 17 in ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=28 After writing about Grady Sizemore's consecutive games streak this morning, I have been thinking about Cal Ripken's streak. It is easily the most unbreakable record in all of sports, I'll give him that. But at the same time, was he really as good as the public has made him out ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=27 Hey I just set up a Flickr account so you guys can see the pictures I took throughout the day Monday. Unfortunately they are in reverse order, and I couldn't figure out how to switch them around. http://www.flickr.com/photos/87558016@N00/ Let me know what ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=26 Some quick thoughts from last night's game: Grady Sizemore now has the major league's longest consecutive games streak, at 360 games. I know that he doesn't think he's going to break Cal Ripken's streak, but don't you think it's a little disheartening to ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=25 I stumbled upon this 2008 Tribe video on YouTube...if this thing doesn't get you hype for the season, I don't know what will. Note: The song playing during the video is "Come Back" by the Foo Fighters. http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=24 Jim Rome is a sports talk radio personality that I try to listen to daily. Jungle Karma is something that exists within his show's universe. Here is a definition of it from his website: "(n.) - The presumed karmic aftereffect of an athlete's either fulfilling a ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=22 How many less people do you think will be at Progressive Field tonight since it isn't Opening Day? Oh yeah, and it's probably gonna be in the 30's for the majority of the game, and a good amount of people probably don't care about the Tribe from the day after ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=21 Beginning sometime during the playoffs last year, people starting noticing a resemblance between Travis Hafner and Javier Bardem's homicidal maniac psycho killer character from "No Country for Old Men". I thought it was a funny observation, but by no means were they dead ringers for each other. The scary thing ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=20 I am a huge fan of Bill Simmons, a writer for ESPN.com. He has a different style than most sports writers, and I guess you could say his columns are pretty much the model for this blog. He is also a huge Boston sports homer...so it really surprised me when ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=18 2008 OPENING DAY RUNNING DIARY This is a diary documenting what it is like for the everyday fan to be downtown on Opening Day. I am not a professional, and I don’t have the skill set to be. I do however, love sports, and spend a ... http://tribalpursuit.chroniclet.com/?p=15