Wood gets the call from Salt Lake - Angels blog - OCRegister.com
Our savior arrives. Jepson to 15-day DL. Wood up from SLC.
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YESSSSS
i saw some guy mention this in rob neyer’s chat and i thought he was full of it.
lets hope hes in the lineup TONITE
RIP Nick Adenhart
doesnt it seem like SS improves our offense the most dramatically?
even a struggling wood provides more impact than aybar right now at the plate
maybe a lineup of
Figgins – 3B
Kendrick – 2B
Abreu – RF
Hula – CF
Morales – 1B
Rivera – LF
Wood – SS
Napoli -C
Izturis – DH
??
is it a bad idea to give wood a little protection?
RIP Nick Adenhart
by ihearhowie2.0 on Apr 21, 2009 11:23 AM PDT up reply actions
FYI: Aybar batted 350. on the roadtrip
Do it for Nick '09
by BryanHarvey'sMoustache on Apr 21, 2009 11:30 AM PDT up reply actions
i know, but if you look at the way this team is hitting
everyone is hitting singles and pretty much only singles other than torii hunter. Wood at least gives us a threat of a big double or home run. aybar, even when he’s on, is pretty much a slap hitter with a very iffy approach at the plate
i like aybar’s defense, but we need a little spark to get our offense rolling
RIP Nick Adenhart
by ihearhowie2.0 on Apr 21, 2009 11:33 AM PDT up reply actions
Aybar has a career OBP of .296
which is at least 100 points below what a slap hitter with 4 career home runs should be.
I am a fair weather fan so the Angels better win!
and such a long career it has been.
the dude hasnt even reached his peak yet. Give it some time…he might come around and be pretty damn good with the wood.
Do it for Nick '09
by BryanHarvey'sMoustache on Apr 21, 2009 1:37 PM PDT up reply actions
I see a much bigger upside to Wood
Aybar has had almost two full seasons which is enough to get a idea of what we should be able to expect from him. As a defender, he has great range and a good arm but still is below average in fielding percentage. Despite the errors, if you look at “total fielding runs above average,” his fielding in 2008 saved 9.5 runs, but if you look at this batting numbers, his “adjusted batting runs” were 10.1 runs below the league average. In other words his defense is about a wash with his offensive numbers. He has to learn to get on base more to be productive and I think he needs to do that in AAA—the Angels still have an option with him and since he is not contributing to the offense let him work on his plate discipline there.
If you compare Aybar’s minor league numbers with Wood’s, Aybar had a minor league .809 OPS—Wood’s is .892. At short stop, Aybar’s fielding percentage was .950 compared to .952 for Wood and their range factor was very close, 4.67 for Aybar and 4.41 for Wood. I do not see a considerable drop in the defense with Wood playing short.
The bottom line is that Wood cannot develop anymore at AAA and needs to get consistent major league at bats. Last year when he had a chance due to injuries, he didn’t do well and went back to AAA needing to work some things out which by all reports he was able to do. Rookies usually don’t do well in a DH roll and since It is time to let him have his chance to play everyday I would like to see him as the Angels starting shortstop. The only reason he wasn’t out of spring training is that Aybar had a fantastic spring, but he hasn’t carried that over into the regular season. His numbers are going back to where they were last year which shouldn’t cut it in the major league.
I am a fair weather fan so the Angels better win!
by Halo84653 on Apr 21, 2009 3:25 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
If you're going to DH one of Izturis or Wood...
…it should be Wood. Izzy’s better with the glove. But I’d put Mattews in that lineup in LF and DH Rivera in place of Izturis.
does it matter Seitz?
After all, were not making it to the playoffs til 2013…that was your prediction a few game threads back, right?
Do it for Nick '09
by BryanHarvey'sMoustache on Apr 21, 2009 1:36 PM PDT up reply actions
Awesome!
Last night, while nodding off to sleep, I had some fantasia whereby GMJ + plus some reliever like Bulger was packaged to the Reds for either Harang or Arroyo, with Figgins being handed his LFer glove. It’s fantasia, sure, but I certainly slept well!
you had that chick that won American Idol?
RE: I had some fantasia
RIP Nick Adenhart - Angel fans will never forget you!
by Downing Rules on Apr 21, 2009 11:27 AM PDT up reply actions
totally OT
but David Archuleta is using my band’s drum set on AI tomorrow night.
i personally can’t stand the show, but it’s cool nonetheless. :)
Thank you, Nick Adenhart. You will always be remembered. #34
by howiestheman on Apr 21, 2009 1:02 PM PDT up reply actions
what on earth
is your band like a studio band or something?
RIP Nick Adenhart
by ihearhowie2.0 on Apr 21, 2009 3:10 PM PDT up reply actions
no, we just have an awesome set ;)
it’s a Truth custom set… here’s the story:
our lead singer grew up with the owner of Truth drums. Archuleta’s band just ordered a Truth kit with the exact same dimensions as ours, but it won’t be ready for a couple of weeks. they wanted to use it for the AI show. so, long story short, we get a call asking if they can use our set for the show. we, of course, say yes, and now they’re using our set.
Thank you, Nick Adenhart. You will always be remembered. #34
by howiestheman on Apr 21, 2009 3:17 PM PDT up reply actions
i thought so too!
i’ll definitely be watching tomorrow night, now.
Thank you, Nick Adenhart. You will always be remembered. #34
by howiestheman on Apr 21, 2009 5:01 PM PDT up reply actions
Harang threw a temper tantrum after the bullpen blew his last start
Play Wood already. Willits sucks.
I could see him and Speier getting into a rumble.
RIP Nick Adenhart - Angel fans will never forget you!
by Downing Rules on Apr 21, 2009 11:33 AM PDT up reply actions
Speier has a knack for blowing leads
Let’s hope this new leg kick works.
Play Wood already. Willits sucks.
Im happy but everyone needs to chill. Hes not Jesus Christ of Angels Baseball.
I hope he does well but he might not be our answer so dont start bitching if he goes 1 for 12 in his first 3 games.
Do it for Nick '09
by BryanHarvey'sMoustache on Apr 21, 2009 11:24 AM PDT reply actions 1 recs
I think we are excited that SOMETHING is happening...
that gives a hint that the Angels are addressing the offensive woes.
RIP Nick Adenhart - Angel fans will never forget you!
by Downing Rules on Apr 21, 2009 11:28 AM PDT up reply actions
for shizz...
I am just worried were gonna put our faith into Wood and if he doesnt make an immediate impact he suddenly becomes a scapegoat for our woes.
Do it for Nick '09
by BryanHarvey'sMoustache on Apr 21, 2009 11:30 AM PDT up reply actions
im excited to LET him go 1 for 12
he needs the 1 for 12s to breakthrough to the 8 for 12s
RIP Nick Adenhart
by ihearhowie2.0 on Apr 21, 2009 11:29 AM PDT up reply actions
But what if he is.
What if he becomes the Messiah of Mash! The Ayatollah of Advancing Runners!
It’d be rad is all.
RIP Nick Adenhart 4/9/09
by Jay Cal on Apr 21, 2009 11:30 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
The Obi-Wan of OPS?
In memoriam Nick Adenhart
by rspencer on Apr 21, 2009 1:48 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
The Babe of BABIP
Angels fan since '67
by red floyd on Apr 21, 2009 2:53 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
the Viscount of VORP
Thank you, Nick Adenhart. You will always be remembered. #34
by howiestheman on Apr 21, 2009 2:59 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
the Pasha of PECOTA
RIP Nick Adenhart, #34
by Higz on Apr 21, 2009 3:14 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
The Guru of GIDP
Oh, wait, that’s not a good one.
by Brew Angel on Apr 21, 2009 3:30 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
The Baron of BRAA
That'll only happen if that one prospect is the second coming of Christ and redemption for mankind can only be achieved by smacking many balls out of the yard.
-The Limey
by anaheim angels on Apr 21, 2009 5:57 PM PDT up reply actions
Enough Already
Seriously people, enough weight has been put on this guy’s shoulders already and he isn’t even in the lineup full time yet.
You guys talk about Wood like he is the answer to everything, and he has yet to perform on a major league level well enough to earn a full time spot here. Yeah, we are loaded up in front of him, but when it comes time for him to perform in the majors he hasn’t been that impressive yet.
Yeah he had a great spring, yeah he has a ton of potential, but don’t start buying up his jersey and claiming that the messiah is here before he has his first at bat.
I don’t want to see the cries from everyone if he isn’t living up to his potential, it will be like all hope is lost.
Lets be realistic here… the bullpen is more of a problem than the guys at the plate right now.
Rockin' Out in Section 205...
by AP2TUDE on Apr 21, 2009 11:32 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
1. try reading everyone's reasoning for being excited
and 2. id say the offense is absolutely as much of the problem. If we’re not expecting to cling to 2-1 leads every game, the bullpen isnt under as much of a microscope
RIP Nick Adenhart
by ihearhowie2.0 on Apr 21, 2009 11:35 AM PDT up reply actions
Hey thanks for ruining our fun.
It has been a very depressing season so far, so sorry if we get excited by the possibility of seeing Wood play and maybe hit some dingers for this anemic offense.
I’m taking a trip to Hawaii this summer – would you like to lecture me about possible volcano explosions and the high price of food and drinks?
RIP Nick Adenhart, #34
no how about hawaii's "culture of consumerism"
Do it for Nick '09
by BryanHarvey'sMoustache on Apr 21, 2009 11:40 AM PDT up reply actions
seriously
we just lost one top prospect to a tragedy, let us enjoy daydreaming about the other one
RIP Nick Adenhart
by ihearhowie2.0 on Apr 21, 2009 11:41 AM PDT up reply actions
Don't forget how dangerous Tsunami's are...
I’d vacation in the higher elevations if I were you. Much safer there. Oh, no beaches there? Hmm.
RIP Nick Adenhart - Angel fans will never forget you!
by Downing Rules on Apr 21, 2009 11:46 AM PDT up reply actions
What'd be worse is if he goes 12 for 12 ...
with no XBH… then what? ;)
We’re still all going to complain.
RIP Nick Adenhart - Angel fans will never forget you!
by Downing Rules on Apr 21, 2009 11:35 AM PDT up reply actions
AMEN
This is my biggest concern regarding B-Wood’s call up. If he struggles, which he almost certainly will, whats the next plan? I just don’t see him coming up and going all Albert Pujols or singlehandedly turning around the offense. Besides, our bully sucks, he would really help if he could pitch the 7,8, or ninth.
YOU DON'T KNOW THE POWER OF THE DARKSIDE.....
rec'd for Ayatollah of Advancing Runners.
Do it for Nick '09
by BryanHarvey'sMoustache on Apr 21, 2009 11:31 AM PDT reply actions
If he gets consistent AB's...
…then thank you baby jesus.
http://inplaynoouts.blogspot.com/ - A blog about teams I like, written by me.
#34
OUR SAVIOR HAS ARRIVED!
Right? Right? No?
Let's do this for Nick Adenhart, Courtney Stewart, and Henry Pearson.
just because they called him up doesnt mean he will play
Soth still has a stiffy for Aybar and Izzy. Wood will be lucky if he plays much
RIP Nick. We will miss you!
Uhh, hope nobody was really counting on Anthony Ortega helping us out...
he got shellacked again last night! ERA = 9.88
Soth please put Woodie at SS and let’s play the rest of the season! If he comes up and sits the pine again I may just blow a gasket!
Miss you Nick...! RIP
hahaha....awesome.
Pretty soon everyone will be moved up a league until Rancho has to forfeit all their games because they dont have 9 players.
Do it for Nick '09
by BryanHarvey'sMoustache on Apr 21, 2009 2:06 PM PDT up reply actions
FINALLY
Lets move Figgy to left and Wood to 3B and lets get this ish going!
by TheAntiSox on Apr 21, 2009 4:08 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
PRAISE JEEBUS.
And yeah, I totally agree with TheAntiSox. That makes room for Wood to be a full time player (at least until Vlad comes back) and Rivera can still get his AB’s at DH. And HGH doesn’t lose any playing time since he was a bench player to begin with.
by Chzburger Jones on Apr 21, 2009 4:42 PM PDT reply actions
Wood on the pine...
3B Chone Figgins
2B Howie Kendrick
DH Maicer Izturis
LF Bobby Abreu
CF Torii Hunter
1B Kendry Morales
C Mike Napoli
RF Gary Matthews Jr.
SS Erick Aybar
RIP Nick Adenhart - Angel fans will never forget you!
whats the point of bringing him up and not playing him?
if hes not gonna play, bring up another reliever for christ’s sake
RIP Nick Adenhart
by ihearhowie2.0 on Apr 21, 2009 6:05 PM PDT up reply actions
It gets more bizarre...
according to Saxon of the register…he quotes soth as saying BWood might only be up for a couple of days!!!
RIP Nick Adenhart - Angel fans will never forget you!
by Downing Rules on Apr 21, 2009 6:06 PM PDT up reply actions
If he produces...
Then he will play, I can only hope he gives them no choice but to keep
him up..Very good news though.
Yeah, but he cannot produce if he's sitting on the bench.
RIP Nick Adenhart - Angel fans will never forget you!
by Downing Rules on Apr 21, 2009 10:04 PM PDT up reply actions
agreed......
Why? Why? Why?
pointless.
Godspeed Nick - RIP - 1986-2009
by norcaliangelsfan on Apr 21, 2009 6:07 PM PDT up reply actions
HEY I GOT MY WAY
I GUESS THEY’RE LISTENING TO ME, AFTERALL!
by Caseys Kiss of Death on Apr 21, 2009 5:55 PM PDT reply actions
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