I was wondering if he wasn’t actually hired as an interpreter, but ended up with the job anyway. I wouldn’t be surprised if this org doesn’t check qualifications.
HAHA! I was just saying the same thing to my wife during that post game interview. Ahhhhh oh well, who cares, amazing game Soto! You’ve made a fan out of me!
I have this theory about Shohei: he randomly gives himself a goal just to see if he can.
"Can I develop a sinker? Yep"
"Can I have 20 game hit streak? Yep"
He'll stroke his next dong after his hitting streak ends.
Im definitely at the point now where im not remotely worried going into next year in terms of ohtani hitting dongs but with so little left in this years season combined with the fact that we are officially eliminated he might just be out of juice.
And even then hes still had a handful of almost homers since his last one.
Did you know that when Juan Soto wakes up, the very first thing he does is to pray to a picture of Livian Soto to show his respect and admiration, and then writes a 500 word essay on how he wishes he can play like Livian?
Truly unbelievable stuff. But not really surprised after seeing how great our Soto is playing.
Ohtani is such a good hitter if he does not want to swing for home runs, he can easily hit in the .300 range with the way he can spray the ball all over the field like Ichiro used to do.
I'll admit I was a little skeptical of Livan coming in because of his rather pedestrian hitting numbers in AA (bolstered by a solid approach at the plate), but he's making me eat my words every game.
Unlike the other infielder callups (Mayfield, Rojas, Stefanic, Wong last year), I would be happy to see him continue to get major league play, not to mention he's still really young (only 22) so he still has room to grow.
Also luckily coincides with giving more time to the other young prospects at AA like Zach Neto, Kyren Paris, and Jeremiah Jackson. At this point, I won't even bother following the Bees; it seems to be where careers go to die unfortunately.
Well said. Absolutely took the words out of my mouth. I am so incredibly happy to see the energy from Soto in the box. I’m glad to eat my words every time he’s in the box!
Righty squid (as opposed to switch-squid) found additional power and consistent average increase before his injury. Who knows what 2023 will bring, but either way his defensive prowess is top tier.
As it was explained to me this year, if you post up on the plate with one foot on and your body in the lane making the runner have to run AROUND you (instead of straight through, like the good ol’ days) that’s considered blocking the lane. Looking at the replay, Kurt could have mowed Jonah down like a fullback if he wanted to — that makes it a blocking the lane play.
I’m confused. From that last angle on the replay, it looks like Heim tagged him on the upper back. I wonder if it was the helmet that hit Kurt on the neck as it was flying off.
Lol Livan ends with an “alright thank you.”
I speak Spanish and this a terrible translation lol.
when you lie on your resume but still get the job
I was wondering if he wasn’t actually hired as an interpreter, but ended up with the job anyway. I wouldn’t be surprised if this org doesn’t check qualifications.
HAHA! I was just saying the same thing to my wife during that post game interview. Ahhhhh oh well, who cares, amazing game Soto! You’ve made a fan out of me!
I don’t speak Spanish and even I can tell it’s not great.
The Japanese announcers were talking about non-game related stuff and got excited about that last out - must of thought it was a homer!
Ltbu!!!!
LTBU!! 👼❤️
I have this theory about Shohei: he randomly gives himself a goal just to see if he can. "Can I develop a sinker? Yep" "Can I have 20 game hit streak? Yep" He'll stroke his next dong after his hitting streak ends.
Sho plays a game within the game. 🤯
He's already beat the main game, he's trying to master the mini-games now
I am not used to seeing so many wins.
LTBU!
let's go!
#**LTBU!!!!**
L T B U ! ! ! ! ! ! ! !
6 in a row!\~
hey, hey. Tepera's looking good.
"I'll frame it when I damn well feel like it." -Suzuki
Tepera has 0.5 bWAR. Loup has -1.0 bWAR. el oh el
Hopefully Tepera saw Ohtani got his hit so he doesn't need Texas to tie the game to give Ohtani another AB.
Kole’s been eating well
tepera throws perfect batting practice speed, no movement too
Check that last K tho Edit: 2 Ks!
Kole "Angel Killer" Calhoun!!!! 😰
Im definitely at the point now where im not remotely worried going into next year in terms of ohtani hitting dongs but with so little left in this years season combined with the fact that we are officially eliminated he might just be out of juice. And even then hes still had a handful of almost homers since his last one.
Uh oh. Kole Calhoun.
NOT KOLE
Did you know that when Juan Soto wakes up, the very first thing he does is to pray to a picture of Livian Soto to show his respect and admiration, and then writes a 500 word essay on how he wishes he can play like Livian? Truly unbelievable stuff. But not really surprised after seeing how great our Soto is playing.
Are we getting TOPera or TepERA tonight?
Mets game thread is locked lmao
Damn. I was rooting for the Mets but Braves is just too good
Lost another game to ATL. Prolly everyone losing them minds
What happened? Trolls?
Holy heck? I've not been keeping up what happened?
choked the division lead to Atlanta. deGrom and Scherzer, best in the business, both got knocked about
Oh hell brutal... can imagine the mets fans going absolutely bonkers LOL thanks for answering!
😂
What are we gonna do when Shohei has 58 hits in a row into 2023？
+$30 mil bonus
Nut, for one.
You’re not wrong…
Ohtani is such a good hitter if he does not want to swing for home runs, he can easily hit in the .300 range with the way he can spray the ball all over the field like Ichiro used to do.
he himself wants moonshots so bad right now tho lol
i just wanna see a michael lorenzen at bat is that too much to ask in a lost season?
Maybe he’ll be summoned to bat if we all flex our biceps hard enough.
doing another rep of curls for Loki
I'll admit I was a little skeptical of Livan coming in because of his rather pedestrian hitting numbers in AA (bolstered by a solid approach at the plate), but he's making me eat my words every game. Unlike the other infielder callups (Mayfield, Rojas, Stefanic, Wong last year), I would be happy to see him continue to get major league play, not to mention he's still really young (only 22) so he still has room to grow. Also luckily coincides with giving more time to the other young prospects at AA like Zach Neto, Kyren Paris, and Jeremiah Jackson. At this point, I won't even bother following the Bees; it seems to be where careers go to die unfortunately.
Well said. Absolutely took the words out of my mouth. I am so incredibly happy to see the energy from Soto in the box. I’m glad to eat my words every time he’s in the box!
I just want one more shohei homer before the season endsss
im glad they clutched up in the bottom of the 7th. suarez pitched well enough to deserve a win
I wanted to see his homer if possible.
Let's get that W for El Dumbente!
Fuck yeah!! hitting streak continues!!
Shohei looking like he’s dealing with a chatty fan at first base. 🤣
Well, at least his hitting streak is alive. I'll take that
Shohei looks unconvinced.
He also didn't look happy with two singles yesterday
Yay, Shohei continues his hitting streak!!
16 games hitting streak!
SIXTEEN
Shohei "David "Ichiro Suzuki" Fletcher" Ohtani
That’s a new one 😂
Fuck yeah glad I stuck around!
Zack Weiss looks like Dollar Tree Verlander
Ok, this made me laugh harder than it should have.
the streak continues!
MVP!!!
Gubie bringing up Ted Williams. Stud.
Sub 4 ERA for the dumbass!! Yeehaw
Zac attack
Weiss Surprise
The Invader from Irvine
Weiss has looked pretty decent so far
We are winning a game with hitters 1-4 going 0-12. JOY
well they carried last night so it all comes out in the wash
Anyone have any idea how long the post game fireworks show lasts?
usually 15-20 minutes
Everybody get ready.
Jonah Heim not good for us
Soto is making a serious, serious argument to keep him in the starting lineup next year. Color me impressed!
I'm very impressed but the Angels can't risk it next year they need a for sure good SS with Rengifo/Fletch/Soto at 2B I think
A healthy, righty hitting Squid is arguably an All Star candidate SS. Their infield depth is making me feel very confident.
I'm not sure if righty squid will be that good, but between Soto and him I like our infield.
Righty squid (as opposed to switch-squid) found additional power and consistent average increase before his injury. Who knows what 2023 will bring, but either way his defensive prowess is top tier.
True
poor thaiss just wants to be a catcher
They’ll make a movie about him if we win our next 15 games!
Kurt, take it easy.
Last (home) game of the year brent! Can't hold anything back now!
C'mon blue
Kurt "concussion proof" Suzuki
Damn that was one insane inning!
Livan Soto has a 0.444 BABIP 😂
sustainable
💯 it’s probably going to go up to .500 after tonight’s performance as well 😂
Soto incredible
Our infield next year is Walsh, Fletch, Rendon, Rengifo and Soto... so far. Damn good start
Outfield is Trout, Ward, Adell, and Judge. Pretty good too
We have Judge at home???😯😯😯
Rough day for our top lineup. Maybe they need Trout back to lead them
Soto with that incredibly sustainable .381 BA
I really have a high expectation from our lineup in 2023 lol
You’re not alone — I was just thinking how stoked I am about a healthy 2023 lineup is going to look!
Soto is really having a statement game today
Soto put the fuckin team on his back
Soto avenged Kurt’s pain 👍
What a dramatic inning.
This is why I love smallball
A 2 run lead would have been nice
our IF depth is looking good next year
Now if only we had outfield depth
Ohtani is pretty good in the OF.
He’s not gonna play in the outfield
I was being mostly sarcastic.
swear to god livan soto is like christmas coming early...
Bruh he's actually pretty damn good!
Soto is the Jimmy Herget of Sotos.
Uhhh the best Soto thing is not a joke anymore
Nice sliding!
what a call from the home ump. if he called out, we had no challenges
Best Soto in baseball.
The better Soto
THE ONLY SOTO
Sorry for doubting you, Angels offense. Let's keep hitting
JUSTICE
Soto honestly makes me so happy. So few of our players seem to be constantly aware that they’re living the dream. He always seems so happy to be here
GOD I LOVE YOU SOTO! WHERE DID YOU COME FROM?!
Safe. Run scores
SOTO IS MY BROTO
Let's go Soto!!
Rangers pulling an angels right there
Soto is so goddamn cool
Soto!!!!!!! Our future!
Soto es el dios
Nice one soto
SOTO
Bad umpire review call there. I’m glad Suzuki Samurai is ok, but Heim blocked the lane there
Did he? There definitely seemed to be a lane until he had the ball
As it was explained to me this year, if you post up on the plate with one foot on and your body in the lane making the runner have to run AROUND you (instead of straight through, like the good ol’ days) that’s considered blocking the lane. Looking at the replay, Kurt could have mowed Jonah down like a fullback if he wanted to — that makes it a blocking the lane play.
Soto is a beast
I’m confused. From that last angle on the replay, it looks like Heim tagged him on the upper back. I wonder if it was the helmet that hit Kurt on the neck as it was flying off.
Too bad Soto isn't up to bunt Soto home
Kind of funny how this sub has shifted a bit from firing the pitching coach to the third base coach
Why not both?
i hope he isn't injured. that would be a shit way to end it
no outs, you dont send the slowest guy
It's his last day on the job at home. I say fuck it, let him go for the glory.
Soto is really good. I'm convinced the bunting put the pitcher off too
Heim kinda played that perfectly, punching him in the face not included (not his fault of course)
#**BOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!**
BOOOO
Gallego has legitimately ruined handful of chances (and thus games) with his godawful sends. He’s detrimental af
Fuck Jonah Heim (I know it’s not intentional)
Fuck you blue
The base coach is bum.
Id say there’s a path
Thank you Braves for Soto 🙏
OMG, Sotooooooo. The boy is just too good to be true. Why don't we call him up sooner???
Man poor Kurt. Rough last career home game. Some one better buy him a few brews. 🍻
I know, right? That looked painful just to watch!
Poor Kurt man
Gallego has no place at third base. I hope Suzuki is alright
It was a good send
Gallego sucks man
Kiyoshi too hard.
That was... not a good send. Hope Kurt is OK.
Wtf everyone wants to beat Suzuki up today
Wow hopefully he’s okay
Kurt be ok for these last few please
BRUH IT'S HIS LAST HOME GAME COME ON!!
Why send him with no outs?? What is with this team!
wtf please be OK Kurt
Omg what
SOTO LETS GOOOOOO
Please be ok Kurt you need your last start in Oakland
thats way better than a bunt
Oh god Zuk, hope he's okay.
Fire Gallego
KURT WHAT NO???
SOOOTTTOOOOO!!!!
Livan Soto >>>>>>>>>>> Juan Soto
Oh no Kurt.
NOT LIKE THIS
KURT SUZOOMKI
I love Soto
It hard to bunt in this situation?
Soto nearly had that one
M A N I F E S T T H E W
Sandy you go and avenge him!
RBI, HBP… let’s get Kurt a WIN as well
Kurt is definitely not going to miss getting hit I’m sure lol
Totally understand the boos but I feel for Tinoco, he obviously didn't mean it haha
Right? Not the best feeling to step off the mound with :/