Montreal
The chances of the Blazers making the playoffs in 2034 just got a little tougher today when it was announced that 'Bonehead' Martin suffered a quadriceps strain and will be lost for the season. Martin had already been playing at less then 100% but was still going out there on a regular basis trying to play through the pain. The Blazers leadoff hitter was batting .337 with an OBP of .368. It was clear his legs were not 100% as he has only swiped 48 bases so far this season.
So, who will take over for Martin you ask? The job for now will go to Kel Bacon. Despite his great name, Bacon is fairly unproven at the ML level. The rookie only has 86 AB's this year in his backup role. Bacon is more of a gap type hitter who also has great speed like Martin. More then likely Bacon will be on a very short leash. The Blazers can't afford to let a rookie learn his way when they are fighting for a playoff spot. This also may be a shot for Bacon to showcase himself to other teams with the upcoming expansion draft looming. There doesn't seem to be too many at bat's for him in the near future with Martin a fixture at second base.
Blazers Playoff Chances Dealt Blow - 2034
Blazers Playoff Chances Dealt Blow - 2034
Montreal Blazers 2002 - present
Atlantic Div Champs '02,'05,'06,'11,'12,'13,'14,'19,'21,'27,'30'33
Wild Card '04,'10,'20,'28,'29,'31,'32,'34
John Callahan
GM: Montreal Blazers
Email: doghares@hotmail.com
Atlantic Div Champs '02,'05,'06,'11,'12,'13,'14,'19,'21,'27,'30'33
Wild Card '04,'10,'20,'28,'29,'31,'32,'34
John Callahan
GM: Montreal Blazers
Email: doghares@hotmail.com
- jiminyhopkins
- BBA GM
- Posts: 3487
- Joined: Mon Jan 31, 2011 2:33 pm
- Location: OH
- Has thanked: 296 times
- Been thanked: 911 times
Re: Blazers Playoff Chances Dealt Blow - 2034
If we both can stay close to Vegas, our series Sept 23-26 may have big implications for that last JL Wildcard slot.
GM, 2051 and 2053 JL 4TH WILDCARD Phoenix Talons (2029-??), BBA
CARETAKER GM, 2053 GBC CHAMPION Tokyo Pearls (2053 - 2056)
GM, THE GREATEST MINOR LEAGUE TEAM OF ALL TIME Toledo Liberty
Vic Caleca Team News Award Winner: 2051, 2054, 2057
CARETAKER GM, 2053 GBC CHAMPION Tokyo Pearls (2053 - 2056)
GM, THE GREATEST MINOR LEAGUE TEAM OF ALL TIME Toledo Liberty
Vic Caleca Team News Award Winner: 2051, 2054, 2057
Re: Blazers Playoff Chances Dealt Blow - 2034
Yep...Gonna come down to the wire I think.jiminyhopkins wrote:If we both can stay close to Vegas, our series Sept 23-26 may have big implications for that last JL Wildcard slot.
Montreal Blazers 2002 - present
Atlantic Div Champs '02,'05,'06,'11,'12,'13,'14,'19,'21,'27,'30'33
Wild Card '04,'10,'20,'28,'29,'31,'32,'34
John Callahan
GM: Montreal Blazers
Email: doghares@hotmail.com
Atlantic Div Champs '02,'05,'06,'11,'12,'13,'14,'19,'21,'27,'30'33
Wild Card '04,'10,'20,'28,'29,'31,'32,'34
John Callahan
GM: Montreal Blazers
Email: doghares@hotmail.com
Re: Blazers Playoff Chances Dealt Blow - 2034
Bacon responds well in his first week as a starter..
20 AB, 8 H, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .400 AVG, 1.079 OPS
20 AB, 8 H, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .400 AVG, 1.079 OPS
Montreal Blazers 2002 - present
Atlantic Div Champs '02,'05,'06,'11,'12,'13,'14,'19,'21,'27,'30'33
Wild Card '04,'10,'20,'28,'29,'31,'32,'34
John Callahan
GM: Montreal Blazers
Email: doghares@hotmail.com
Atlantic Div Champs '02,'05,'06,'11,'12,'13,'14,'19,'21,'27,'30'33
Wild Card '04,'10,'20,'28,'29,'31,'32,'34
John Callahan
GM: Montreal Blazers
Email: doghares@hotmail.com
Who is online
Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 4 guests