1993 all over again!

Mariner and Giants Fan · 08-18-2003, 03:09 PM

Remember when the giants blew a double digit lead in 1993 to the Braves in August-September?

Shades of 1993! Then the Braves picked up Fred McGriff to make an incredible run and edge the G-Men out by a game, 104 to 103.

This Giant team does not face the same challenge. The D-Backs and Dodgers are not nearly as strong as the Braves of 1993. However these Giants are not nearly as strong as the Giants of 93.

I have wondered how the giants have built such a big lead with such a weak starting staff. The hitting and bullpen must have been the reason, plus the pathetic play of the D-Backs and Dodgers. Now the D-Backs are relatively healthy and the Dodgers are scoring more than 2 runs a game.

The Giants have also fallen pray to the injury bug and their depth ain't so great. They have lost their starting, 1st baseman, 2nd baseman, shortstop and leftfielder (temp).

Sidney Ponson has not been the answer, though he has not received much run support.

I just do not see this Giant's team winning the division, unless they get suddenly healthy and the D-Backs and Dodgers fall apart, again. If Johnson and Schilling stay healthy, the D-Backs will over take the Giants in September, though it pains me to say this!

If Bobby Bonds passes away, I would expect his son, Barry to take an extended leave, which is as it should be.

Sorry Giant's fans, I know I seem fatalistic but did you really think this team was that good?

jaxmagicman · 08-18-2003, 04:05 PM

The Giants will be fine. They may not make out of the Playoffs, but they will make the Playoffs.

Maze&Blue · 08-19-2003, 12:21 AM

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Originally posted by jaxmagicman
The Giants will be fine. They may not make out of the Playoffs, but they will make the Playoffs.

Seconded.

And the depth is one of the giants strong points (well SP wise)

And I dont keep up on the Giants too much, but wasn' Aurilla having an off-year anyways

Big Cat can step up at 1st

So they need a 2nd, 3rd and LF

And a double digit lead heading into september call-up period.

The Giants will win the division by 3 games atleast.

Jason Moyer · 08-19-2003, 12:24 AM

THE GIANTS ARE OK BUT THEY NEED MORE INTANGIBLES THX.

(Also don't forget Barry is not clutch so they will choke when it matters).

ctorg · 08-19-2003, 08:18 AM

I think they could use some more team chemistry, and perhaps their owner mood could use a boost.

draven085 · 08-19-2003, 08:33 AM

The Giants will never win without their 'proven closer' Robb Nen. He brings that special intensity to the 9th inning and he just knows how to win. Now that the DBacks have that RBI machine Hillenbrand, watch out G-men!

Maze&Blue · 08-19-2003, 11:03 AM

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Originally posted by draven085
Now that the DBacks have that RBI machine Hillenbrand, watch out G-men!

Yes his RBI rating is definately a Great

ctorg · 08-19-2003, 11:25 AM

It certainly looks like 1993 all over again for the Mets.

ZXLT · 08-19-2003, 11:56 AM

Phillies are going back to the World Series.

ctorg · 08-19-2003, 12:05 PM

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Originally posted by ZXLT
Phillies are going back to the World Series.

It's possible.

Mariner and Giants Fan · 08-19-2003, 12:21 PM

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Originally posted by ctorg
It's possible.

Only if they trade Abreu and a slew of prospects for Ichiro!!

billycola · 08-19-2003, 05:59 PM

'93 was great! Piazza killed the midgets, errr Giants. Haha!

Jason Moyer · 08-19-2003, 06:14 PM

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Originally posted by Mariner and Giants Fan
Only if they trade Abreu and a slew of prospects for Ichiro!!

?!?! What year did Ichiro play in the World Series?

Jason

Mariner and Giants Fan · 08-19-2003, 06:43 PM

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Originally posted by Jason Moyer
?!?! What year did Ichiro play in the World Series?

Jason

What year did Abreu win the MVP?

SoxWin · 08-19-2003, 06:46 PM

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Originally posted by Mariner and Giants Fan
What year did Abreu win the MVP?

In what year did "Ichy" deserve to win an MVP?

Rich

Mariner and Giants Fan · 08-19-2003, 06:48 PM

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Originally posted by SoxWin
In what year did "Ichy" deserve to win an MVP?

Rich

2001

Jason Moyer · 08-19-2003, 08:07 PM

<Jason Giambi> I was robbed.

08-18-2003, 03:09 PM	#1
Mariner and Giants Fan All Star Starter Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Port Townsend, WA. Posts: 1,265	1993 all over again! Remember when the giants blew a double digit lead in 1993 to the Braves in August-September? Shades of 1993! Then the Braves picked up Fred McGriff to make an incredible run and edge the G-Men out by a game, 104 to 103. This Giant team does not face the same challenge. The D-Backs and Dodgers are not nearly as strong as the Braves of 1993. However these Giants are not nearly as strong as the Giants of 93. I have wondered how the giants have built such a big lead with such a weak starting staff. The hitting and bullpen must have been the reason, plus the pathetic play of the D-Backs and Dodgers. Now the D-Backs are relatively healthy and the Dodgers are scoring more than 2 runs a game. The Giants have also fallen pray to the injury bug and their depth ain't so great. They have lost their starting, 1st baseman, 2nd baseman, shortstop and leftfielder (temp). Sidney Ponson has not been the answer, though he has not received much run support. I just do not see this Giant's team winning the division, unless they get suddenly healthy and the D-Backs and Dodgers fall apart, again. If Johnson and Schilling stay healthy, the D-Backs will over take the Giants in September, though it pains me to say this! If Bobby Bonds passes away, I would expect his son, Barry to take an extended leave, which is as it should be. Sorry Giant's fans, I know I seem fatalistic but did you really think this team was that good?

08-18-2003, 04:05 PM	#2
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08-19-2003, 12:24 AM	#4
Jason Moyer Hall Of Famer Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 5,111	THE GIANTS ARE OK BUT THEY NEED MORE INTANGIBLES THX. (Also don't forget Barry is not clutch so they will choke when it matters). __________________ "I pretty much popped everything cold turkey. We were doing steroids they wouldn't give to horses." -- Tom House "I was very fortunate to have a pitching coach by the name of Tom House...Tom, I really miss those days that we spent in the weight room and out on the field working together." -- Nolan Ryan's HoF Induction Speech

08-19-2003, 08:18 AM	#5
ctorg Global Moderator Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 9,848	I think they could use some more team chemistry, and perhaps their owner mood could use a boost. __________________ My music "When the trees blow back and forth, that's what makes the wind." - Steven Wright Fjord emena pancreas thorax fornicate marmalade morpheme proteolysis smaxa cabana offal srue vitriol grope hallelujah lentils

08-19-2003, 11:25 AM	#8
ctorg Global Moderator Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 9,848	It certainly looks like 1993 all over again for the Mets. __________________ My music "When the trees blow back and forth, that's what makes the wind." - Steven Wright Fjord emena pancreas thorax fornicate marmalade morpheme proteolysis smaxa cabana offal srue vitriol grope hallelujah lentils

08-19-2003, 08:33 AM	#6
draven085 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: New Jersey Posts: 2,074	The Giants will never win without their 'proven closer' Robb Nen. He brings that special intensity to the 9th inning and he just knows how to win. Now that the DBacks have that RBI machine Hillenbrand, watch out G-men!

08-19-2003, 11:56 AM	#9
ZXLT Minors (Triple A) Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Oregon Posts: 261	Phillies are going back to the World Series.

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08-19-2003, 08:07 PM	#17
Jason Moyer Hall Of Famer Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 5,111	<Jason Giambi> I was robbed. __________________ "I pretty much popped everything cold turkey. We were doing steroids they wouldn't give to horses." -- Tom House "I was very fortunate to have a pitching coach by the name of Tom House...Tom, I really miss those days that we spent in the weight room and out on the field working together." -- Nolan Ryan's HoF Induction Speech