The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 09/29/05 06:07 PM
They are 2.5 games ahead in the wildcard slot with 4 games to go. Come on Stros !!! 
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 09/29/05 06:35 PM
YEAHHHH! GO RANGE... uhh I mean ASTROS!!!! 
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 09/29/05 09:03 PM
Originally posted by MadMerc97:
YEAHHHH! GO RANGE... uhh I mean ASTROS!!!!
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 09/29/05 10:20 PM
Go Yanks!!!
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/03/05 05:29 PM
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/03/05 05:38 PM
Um... I'm in Houston right now. I just drove by Minute Maid Park during lunch. Does that make me a fan?
GO STROS!!??
GO STROS!!??
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/03/05 06:48 PM
Stros Win the Wild Card!!!!
I went to a few games this year, like 10 or so.
With this pitching staff and the current hot bats of Berkman, Lane and Lamb, they have an outside chance.
I will be trying to make it to one of the games this week.
Last year, it was really loud in the park during the playoffs.
Lidge sure likes to make us worry in the ninth lately, but he gets the job done 99% of the time, he is "lights out".
Go Astros!!!!
I went to a few games this year, like 10 or so.
With this pitching staff and the current hot bats of Berkman, Lane and Lamb, they have an outside chance.
I will be trying to make it to one of the games this week.
Last year, it was really loud in the park during the playoffs.
Lidge sure likes to make us worry in the ninth lately, but he gets the job done 99% of the time, he is "lights out".
Go Astros!!!!
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/05/05 04:44 PM
Their offense is pretty weak, but the pitching is the best in the league. If the hitters start scoring, then watch out!
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/05/05 05:11 PM
This thread reminds me of when my mom took me to a Diamondbacks vs. Rockies game. I remember Randy Johnson at bat. He chucked his bat at the pitcher on the third swing...I love how that dude plays!
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/05/05 07:00 PM
Looks like I sold the tour. A student from Texas State actually came and test drove it and wanted to buy it, but some guy from Cali did the Ebay "buy it now option" and is flying down tomorrow.
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/05/05 07:19 PM
Such a pretty car too!
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/05/05 07:45 PM
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/07/05 05:15 AM
What kinda minivan? Maybe a turbo and a 5-spd install is in order?
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/09/05 05:45 PM
Go Stros !!!
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/10/05 04:14 AM
What a game ! Daaamnnnn!!! How many freakin' playoff records were set!!!?? Bring on the Cards!
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/10/05 04:02 PM
I went to the game, it was awesome. I'm still tired. They shut down the food and beer stands in the 7th. Not good, most people likely already had a hangover by the end of the game. By far, the greatest game i have ever witnessed.
Records:
Longest game in playoff history. 18 innings. Previous was 16(Astros v. Mets '86)
Longest game in playoff history. 5 hours 50min.
Most pitches in a game 553.
Players used: 42
Players used by one team: 23.
Grands Slams: 2, First postseaseon game ever to have two.
Records:
Longest game in playoff history. 18 innings. Previous was 16(Astros v. Mets '86)
Longest game in playoff history. 5 hours 50min.
Most pitches in a game 553.
Players used: 42
Players used by one team: 23.
Grands Slams: 2, First postseaseon game ever to have two.
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/10/05 05:50 PM
I heard it was the longest playoff game in history. How long did the game last timewise?
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/11/05 06:08 PM
5 Hours and 50 minutes.
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/11/05 06:58 PM
n1 have tickets for this weekend? Gonna be sick, hopefully not a repeat of last year. . .
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/11/05 07:40 PM
I tried the Astros online system but have not had any luck.
When i went to the game on Sunday, plenty of people were looking to get rid of tickets outside the stadium.
Some people only wanted face value. If it comes down to it, i;m just gonna go out there with some cash and find some tickets.
When i went to the game on Sunday, plenty of people were looking to get rid of tickets outside the stadium.
Some people only wanted face value. If it comes down to it, i;m just gonna go out there with some cash and find some tickets.
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/13/05 09:31 PM
Series:
Astro-0 Cardinals-1
Astro-0 Cardinals-1
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/14/05 03:38 AM
Originally posted by TexasRealtor:
Series:
Astro-0 Cardinals-1
Houston-1, St. Louis-1
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/14/05 02:42 PM
this is gonna get dirty . . .
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/14/05 06:05 PM
Bring on da Rocket!
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/16/05 01:02 AM
2-1. . . hmmmmmmm
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/17/05 05:44 PM
Stros looking strong. 3-1 series lead, I'm headed to tonight's game 5 to see them finish it out, should be very exciting.
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/17/05 05:48 PM
That 8th and 9th inning stretch was wild! What kind of dumba$$ would get himself thrown out when at bat in a 1 run game? 
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/24/05 04:19 PM
World Series:
Astros- 0
White Sox-2
Astros- 0
White Sox-2
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/24/05 06:09 PM
Originally posted by TexasRealtor:
World Series:
Astros- 0
White Sox-2
on the upside, I'm already making plans for pasadena...
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/26/05 03:57 PM
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/26/05 04:15 PM
Originally posted by TexasRealtor:
World Series:
Astros- 0
White Sox-2
Make that White Sox - 3
Astros - 0
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/26/05 04:25 PM
Not looking good.
This series should easily be 2-1 Houston, but some mistakes have cost us. Still rooting for the good guys!!!
This series should easily be 2-1 Houston, but some mistakes have cost us. Still rooting for the good guys!!!
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/26/05 09:45 PM
At least basketball season starts next week.
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/27/05 04:12 AM
It's over for the Astros. They didn't even win a single game in the world series. 
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/27/05 05:55 AM
Give the Astros their due. They had a great season, they certainly earned being in the series, and they played the White Sox tougher than the defending world champs did.
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/27/05 02:50 PM
Originally posted by PDXSVT:
Give the Astros their due. They had a great season, they certainly earned being in the series, and they played the White Sox tougher than the defending world champs did.
Don't give them that much credit!
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/27/05 04:20 PM
I think they deserve plenty of credit! Considering the amount of adversity they faced along with many other obstacles like: (injuries, inexpierence, and lack of run support.) They were definitely overachievers this year. I went to alot of games and these guys really worked hard to win with what they had. They have a good group of young players that will get better and i look forward to them competing for the crown again next year.
I now can focus all of my attention on watching the Horns win the National Championship!!!
I now can focus all of my attention on watching the Horns win the National Championship!!!
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/27/05 09:42 PM
It reminded me of the movie Major League.
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/27/05 10:20 PM
Which reminds me, what was that old kiddie movie where that one kid had a broken arm and ended up being able to throw like 100mph+ fastballs? I can't remember the name dangit...
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/27/05 11:49 PM
Yes, give the Astros that much credit.
The Astros DID play the White Sox tougher than Boston did. The Astros were in every game, they were all close. Meanwhile, the Sox' first game against Boston was over after just 1 or 2 innings, it was like batting practice, 5 Sox homers and a final score of like 14-2.
With a healthier Clemens and a few more days rest (if you'd beaten the Cards sooner), you'd have had a championship worthy team playing evenly with the White Sox.
They "only" won the NL? They "only" went to the series? Did the Cards? The Braves? Did the Yankees get that far? The Angels? Red Sox? Phillies? Indians? The As? The Astros are looking down at some damn fine teams right now.
Don't be like George Steinbrenner. Appreciate that your team did have an excellent year.
The Astros DID play the White Sox tougher than Boston did. The Astros were in every game, they were all close. Meanwhile, the Sox' first game against Boston was over after just 1 or 2 innings, it was like batting practice, 5 Sox homers and a final score of like 14-2.
With a healthier Clemens and a few more days rest (if you'd beaten the Cards sooner), you'd have had a championship worthy team playing evenly with the White Sox.
They "only" won the NL? They "only" went to the series? Did the Cards? The Braves? Did the Yankees get that far? The Angels? Red Sox? Phillies? Indians? The As? The Astros are looking down at some damn fine teams right now.
Don't be like George Steinbrenner. Appreciate that your team did have an excellent year.
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/28/05 06:10 PM
We just need a couple more bats. We also need to retire Bagwell. I wouldn't mess with the pitching(i.e. Lidge).
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/31/05 05:49 PM
ur kidding right?
Lidge choked in closing every time. . .I say keep Backe, retire Clemens because he will anyways, slap Lidge, and recruit some heavy hitters. . .
Lidge choked in closing every time. . .I say keep Backe, retire Clemens because he will anyways, slap Lidge, and recruit some heavy hitters. . .
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/31/05 07:30 PM
Word of advice, even though its well after the fact...
GET RID OF EX-TIGERS ON YOUR TEAM
GET RID OF EX-TIGERS ON YOUR TEAM
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 10/31/05 08:18 PM
I would guess we won't see much change. Their payroll for next year is likely going to be around 82 or 83 million, based on what owner Drayton Mclane says. They currently have 65 million rapped up in 5 players alone, not good. (Bagwell, Pettitte, Biggio, Berkman, Oswalt.) We could expect maybe some trades or one or two free agent signings. If Clemens comes back, he's going to demand over 20 million. That puts us over the 84+ million range. Guess we will wait and see..........
Re: The "Go Astros!" thread...... - 11/01/05 05:15 PM
Originally posted by ssmumich00:
ur kidding right?
Lidge choked in closing every time. . .I say keep Backe, retire Clemens because he will anyways, slap Lidge, and recruit some heavy hitters. . .
Have you forgotten what Lidge did for them in the second half of the regular season?