Morons Hate to be Called Morons
A while back, some moron wrote something to the effect that “ Max Muncy is coming back so we can have him strike out with a .200 batting average.” If you want to challenge me, I will go back and see who that moron was. It was moronic then, and it is moronic now. While Max Muncy…
A while back, some moron wrote something to the effect that “Max Muncy is coming back so we can have him strike out with a .200 batting average.” If you want to challenge me, I will go back and see who that moron was. It was moronic then, and it is moronic now. While Max Muncy is not “the heartbeat of the Dodgers,” he might be the “heart of the Dodgers.” As I have said before, if you don’t like the way I talk, go to www.LADodgerChronicles.com. They tolerate morons. I don’t. 99.9% of the morons there came from LA Dodger Talk and they left because I write mean things!
Max Muncy hitting in the seventh hole, showed what value he brings to the lineup last night. This is the team we have waited for all year and now it is here. The Dodgers missed Max Muncy immensely and now that he is back, all is right with the world. Additionally, Tommy Edman is exactly the kind of Centerfielder the Dodgers needed. It seems that most Dodger fans wanted Lane Thomas, Randy Arozarena, or Luis Robert, Jr. As usual, Andrew Friedman had a better plan. We were playing checkers and he was playing chess. That line makes the morons mad! So many of them hate Andrew and Doc, and it infurates them that this ten-year run is the best in Dodger history. They so much want to see Roberts and Friedman fail. Why? That’s what morons do!
Now, I do have to admit that I was a moron regarding Gavin Lux. I thought he was done, finished… stick a fork in him. I am so glad I was wrong. Gavin is not a SS, but he is a damn good second baseman and the dude can rake. Since the talk with his grandfather at the All-Star Break, look at his stats:
- .366 BA
- .434 OB%
- .667 Slg
- 1.101 OPS
- 6 HR
- 20 RBI
… all in 106 ABs. He is now a “FORCE!” He still struggles against LHP, but so does Will Smith (against RHP). Maybe next year, Dalton Rushing will share some of the burden behind the plate. But, we are living in the present. Barring injury, this may be the team the Dodger take to the 2024 World Series. The only other possible change is CT3 taking the place for Kiermaier or Heyward. In all likelihood, KK is the odd man out because we have a switch-hitting centerfielder who is pretty damn good defensively. Heywards’ LH bat is more valuable… IMHO!
Many morons had Clayton Kershaw dead and buried. Not so fast! The Dude can still pitch. He hit 92 MPH in his last start and I would not be surprised if there is another MPH… or TWO left as he builds his shoulder back up! Michael Kopech has been a revelation, and it is slightly concerning that he is “gassed.” If that is true, then rest is what he needs. Evan Phillips looks to be back on track, and Blake Treinen is due back today. I think Daniel Hudson needs an IL stint, and it would not hurt Gavin Stone to take a little vacation, even if he is pitching like an ACE.
The morons bitch and moan, not realizing that the Los Angles Dodgers have the best record in baseball. The Yankees, Orioles, and Phillies have 73 wins. The Dodgers sit atop the heap with 74 wins in a season where they have had more lost days to the IL than any other team… by far. Most of the walking wounded are back, and it is time for the stretch run. Now, Doc will go to the whip! Let’s ride!
Striker Buehler goes today. Man, if he can right his ship, this will be a scary team! There has never been a better time to be a Dodger fan! EVER! Wait and see what Tommy Edman will do…
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Good morning from Virginia! Lineup is all set. Only 4 hits last night, but give that kid pitching his due!! I’m not sure keeping Heyward and letting Kevin K. go is the best way to go. KK is better defensively and he’s not been bad offensively. .. Love Chris Taylor . but isn’t it better to wait until the expanded roster time to bring him back? … Stone was “rock” solid last night!! ….. Now for the biggest question of the year?? Can Walker find his command? This Mariner’s offense could be the best medicine for Buehler! If he can hold them down for 5-6 innings , it could spark him on to a big finish and give the dodgers a much needed shot in the arm(again no pun intended)! …. Going to be tough for Kiki to get many at bats now. I’m sure Doc will sit Max some. That brings us back to Taylor. Do the dodgers need them both?? Basically the same guy. .200 hitters who play defense. Taylor is better defensively than Kiki, but Kiki makes better contact. …. I said couple weeks ago, Clayton looks happy and healthy!! Never ever count him out! …. Mark, heard anything else about Yamamoto? Glasnow? They’re going to need those 2 guys in October!! I believe Miller gets 1 more chance this season, and if it more of the same, he’s gone. …. Ohtani needs to break loose! if(when) the lineup will flourish. As of right now, ohtani swings and misses too much, Mookie on the other hand is always getting strikes called completely out of the strike zone. … Wouldn’t it be nice if Hunter comes in and plays well? Hate Barnes got hurt, but nice to see him get a start behind the plate. …. I said earlier that Lux needed a change of scenery. Well he got one!! From the bottom of the lineup to the middle!!! Is there any 2nd baseman out there playing better than Gavin?? Probably not!