I WAS THINKING THE SAME THING

Discussion in 'Sports Board' started by HUSKERMAN-HUSKERFAN, Aug 24, 2009.

  1. HUSKERMAN-HUSKERFAN

    HUSKERMAN-HUSKERFAN Well-Known Member

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    Sports Center just spurred the question, and after seeing the play, why would Emanuel send the runners (1st and 2nd at the time) with no outs and the winning run at bat? I know the thinking, but at that point why not see what the hitters can do? Even a hard liner to the OF caught you could have easily caused 2 outs. Yeah I know, coulda woulda shoulda...

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    HUSKERMAN-HUSKERFAN, Aug 24, 2009
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  2. Terry O'Keefe

    Terry O'Keefe Well-Known Member Administrator

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    I guess the question is what would Bo Pellini have done in that situation? Bltiz?
     
    Terry O'Keefe, Aug 24, 2009
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  3. Sid

    Sid Well-Known Member

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    Very good question, AJ. Clearly, he was trying to avoid the double play and keep the inning alive. He was 3 runs down with 3 outs to go, so I'm not surprised that he gambled. Unfortunately, by doing so he became a part of ML history.
     
    Sid, Aug 24, 2009
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  4. George Krebs

    George Krebs Well-Known Member

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    Isn't a Pellini like a calzone? I thought I saw some Pellinis on Italian bread at the boarwalk.... right next to the funnel cakes.
     
    George Krebs, Aug 24, 2009
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