John Lackey doesn't think anyone likes to pitch in Arlington

Lackey admits pitching in the Arlington heat is an issue.
He also makes an offense comment that smells a little like a jab at the Angels expense.

This is the quote:

"I like hot, but I don't think anybody likes to pitch here, honestly," Lackey said. "This place is pretty tough, for a lot of reasons. The ballpark, they've always had a good lineup here. But with the offense we're bringing in with us, you feel a little more confident than I have a few times in the past."

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Typical horse-toothed jackass!

Or is it horse-faced jackass?
Either way, he’s a jackass!

My response to your letter of February 19, 1976, is - kiss my ass.
Sincerely,
Bill Baxley, Attorney General

by sheisalovelyladyandmyapologiestoher on Aug 23, 2011 11:48 PM PDT reply actions

Jackass was the first thing I said when I read this.

Really makes me appreciate Weaver all the more.

I meant the OTHER Howard!

by agent_99 on Aug 24, 2011 12:27 PM PDT up reply actions

The AntiWeaver

by Rev Halofan on Aug 23, 2011 11:49 PM PDT reply actions

Link?

"There's nothing that cleanses your soul like getting the hell kicked out of you." - Woody Hayes

by johnnyangel101 on Aug 24, 2011 12:16 AM PDT reply actions

You'll find it

here.

"The contract is brought up a lot. What it's going to take to get past it is winning. This organization took on the contract. I'm here to make them look good."~Vernon Wells

by George Kaplan on Aug 24, 2011 12:51 AM PDT up reply actions

OK, that's weird

The link leads back to the Angel recap. Click on the score of the Red Sox game, then click the link to the Red Sox recap of that game. The Lackey quote is in that recap.

"The contract is brought up a lot. What it's going to take to get past it is winning. This organization took on the contract. I'm here to make them look good."~Vernon Wells

by George Kaplan on Aug 24, 2011 12:54 AM PDT up reply actions

what a douche

"You realize that Ive been posting on AN since 07 on this name and I am one of the most rec'ed posters there right?" - Some tool named Designatedforassignment from Athletics Nation

by 2pintsofbooze on Aug 24, 2011 12:46 AM PDT reply actions

I watched that game

A pitcher who will pitch as ineffectively as Lackey did will require a tremendous offense behind him I am aware of the personal problems in his life at the moment, but some players bloom under such circumstances, finding solace in a game they’ve loved as a child.

In any case, Lackey is a shell of the pitcher who wore an Angels uniform in 2005-2008. I remember a lot of squawking here about a perceived necessity to re-sign Lackey, but the Angels’ front office correctly evaluated Lackey and didn’t make a panic bid. The Red Sox have been paying ace money to a pitcher who is no better than a #4 starter.

All of this further underscores the character and value of Jered Weaver.

"The contract is brought up a lot. What it's going to take to get past it is winning. This organization took on the contract. I'm here to make them look good."~Vernon Wells

by George Kaplan on Aug 24, 2011 12:47 AM PDT reply actions 2 recs

Every time I'm ready to let things go with this guy

And just appreciate him for what he did as an Angel, he takes another shot at the Angels. No one else does this. I have lost all respect for Lackey and have almost no good feelings for him.

by Brody on Aug 24, 2011 5:58 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions 2 recs

this is me.

"Keep pushing for us." Ervin Santana after NO-HITTER (July 27, 2011)

by thebigtizzle on Aug 24, 2011 11:05 AM PDT up reply actions

I no longer wear the jacket he signed for me unless it's raining outside

It went from one of my favorite articles of clothing (it also has Napoli and Washburn signatures) to the rain jacket.

by JeffJoiner on Aug 24, 2011 5:53 PM PDT up reply actions

It's kinda sad.

A dig like that would’ve burned like fire 6 months ago. I watched that game and all I can do is shake my head at Lack. He’s quite brave to actually do interviews, especially where he’s taking shots at the Angels. He honestly can’t pitch anymore and that’s too bad. Yeah, I’m a good pitcher as long as I’ve gotta real offense that scores 11 runs. Yeah, cuz that team you took to TX your last year couldn’t score for shit…i wish him nothing but the worst. Nothing but.

"Keep pushing for us." Ervin Santana after NO-HITTER (July 27, 2011)

by thebigtizzle on Aug 24, 2011 1:24 AM PDT reply actions

Keep reading. I thought this quote was..........descriptive.

Caught up in the moment, Lackey pumped his fist as the play was completed.

“I’m trying to win, man,” Lackey said. “[Heck] yeah, I get fired up about anything.”

Click: Boston Recap

by wumbug on Aug 24, 2011 4:16 AM PDT reply actions

Must be nice to have an ERA hovering at 6.00 and not have to throw current teammates under the bus

I will laugh heartily if/when Boston leaves this asshat off of their post-season roster.

The Anti-Weaver indeed…

by Big Easy Halofan on Aug 24, 2011 8:04 AM PDT reply actions

he still does throw teammates under

With all his staring, and the facial expressions. Never changed. Gave Scuttaro some glares just recently.

by eyespy on Aug 24, 2011 12:17 PM PDT up reply actions

I don't see where he's making a comment towards or referring to the Halos.

Representing the Angels in Sin City.

by maze88 on Aug 24, 2011 10:58 AM PDT via mobile reply actions

"But with the offense we're bringing in with us, you feel a little more confident than I have a few times in the past."

"Keep pushing for us." Ervin Santana after NO-HITTER (July 27, 2011)

by thebigtizzle on Aug 24, 2011 11:05 AM PDT up reply actions

Still don't see it.

Doesn’t neccesarily mean his still talking about the Angels.

Representing the Angels in Sin City.

by maze88 on Aug 24, 2011 3:35 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions

Who else has he been to Arlington with?

If the Halos don't care about the way they play, then why should I?

by red floyd on Aug 24, 2011 3:52 PM PDT up reply actions

So this is the first time he pitches in Arlington with BOS?

Representing the Angels in Sin City.

by maze88 on Aug 24, 2011 4:15 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions

Yep. Could have been a jab at his past (us) or it could have been nothing.

He could have just said

But with the offense we’re bringing in with us, you feel a little more confident

But he just had to add

than I have a few times in the past

Sosh caved. There's hope for this team yet!

by Halo Hurricane on Aug 24, 2011 6:20 PM PDT up reply actions

Sorry - I think I have the link corrected

It’s the bosux 8/23 game recap.
As George Kaplan discovered, the bosux mlb recap link went to the Angels recap.
I copied it in last night, and like a newbie, didn’t test it.

Sosh caved. There's hope for this team yet!

by Halo Hurricane on Aug 24, 2011 11:21 AM PDT reply actions

Well, to be honest, we agree with him.

Our offense does suck and this place is overwhelmed with the same commentary Lackey just handed back to us. One fun week doesn’t change that.

And we were saying a lot of that same thing about the offense behind Lackey during his walk year, which was his final perspective on us. Just as there were thoughts about the offense influencing Weaver’s future decision this year.

Against stupidity the very Gods themselves toil in vain.

by Stirrups on Aug 24, 2011 12:22 PM PDT reply actions

Our offense was good his walk year.

We led the AL in BA and Hits, and SB. We were up there in runs scored and I believe like 2nd in OPS. Even so, he’s more than a year removed, bringing us up to make giving up runs seem ok is a bit much.

"Keep pushing for us." Ervin Santana after NO-HITTER (July 27, 2011)

by thebigtizzle on Aug 24, 2011 1:35 PM PDT up reply actions

I don't get Lackey.

He swears he’s never won a championship with us. He’s got a big mouth and deserves what he gets. I hope we win at least one championship with Weaver. He would appreciate it.

by cuscus85 on Aug 24, 2011 12:28 PM PDT reply actions