Diamondbacks Bullpen

TAP · Posted: Tue Sep 19, 2006 11:26 pm Post subject: Hammock and Hairston called up

Hammock to get a few AB's off the bench:
"It would be a stretch to say that there would be a start involved," Melvin said. "[With a] double switch [or] pinch -hit -- there's potentially some at-bats along those lines, but probably not in a start."

Hairston to advertise his wares for a trade:
"There's going to be a spot for Hairston, whether it's here or some place else, if he continues to swing the bat the way he has," Melvin said. "Injuries have gotten in the way a little bit at times."

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DesertKnight · Posted: Wed Sep 20, 2006 1:04 am Post subject:

Good for Robbie. I don't know what his role would be next year, especially if Callaspo isn't traded, but I'm glad to see him make it back to the bigs.

Stuart · Posted: Wed Sep 20, 2006 5:58 am Post subject:

shoewizard · Posted: Wed Sep 20, 2006 7:07 am Post subject:

It looks like Hairstons fate is all but certain,

He will be traded for a b or c level prospect during the off season. He has no spot on this team, and never will, and they have not given him enough major league playing time to give him any real trade value.

moviegeekjn · Posted: Wed Sep 20, 2006 8:19 am Post subject:

Hairston won't get more than one start and a few pinch hitting appearances during the final two weeks. Fossils have to be respected.

Counsell · MLB Rookie Joined: 28 Aug 2006 Posts: 220

I'd sit Gonzo and play Hairston, at least on the road, if for no other reason than to increase his trade value.

But I think he should start in LF next year, and NOT be traded.

And I'm preaching to the choir. :)

Hank · Posted: Wed Sep 20, 2006 9:28 pm Post subject:

I have always liked Hammock. It would be great to see him latch on here or somewhere in a utility role after all he has gone through to make it back.

TSWINDERS · Journeyman Joined: 05 Sep 2006 Posts: 427

This was posted on another board I was hoping someone here can help me figure this out.

Hey Guys,

I heard about Robby Hammock is back to DBacks for next season 2007. I am looking forward see Robby Hammock is coming back to D-Backs and after he is left from 2 years and he has been some of injuries while he was play with Randy Johnson. So does he has been feel better after he has been gone for 2 years. Can you care anyone know about Robby Hammock and he is catcher in AZ D-Backs,

TAP · Posted: Wed Sep 20, 2006 10:49 pm Post subject:

TSWINDERS · Journeyman Joined: 05 Sep 2006 Posts: 427

moviegeekjn · Posted: Wed Sep 20, 2006 11:05 pm Post subject:

David B · Posted: Wed Sep 20, 2006 11:38 pm Post subject:

Robby Hammock...live at Budakon

1golfer1 · MLB Rookie Joined: 25 Aug 2006 Posts: 135

moviegeekjn · Posted: Thu Sep 21, 2006 7:21 pm Post subject:

Taught in Tuba City. Been to Monument Valley a few times, but really know the TC area and a number of people there best. Very beautiful area as well--an oasis in the midst of the Painted Desert plateau (Just was up that way last weekend--very close friend passed away [only 31 yrs. old from cancer] and was close with the whole family).

levski · Veteran Presence Joined: 10 Aug 2006 Posts: 1763

Hairston started in LF tonight. How did he look defensively?!
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shoewizard · Posted: Thu Sep 21, 2006 10:52 pm Post subject:

I might have missed a couple of plays, but I think just a couple of routine fly balls. Nothing to judge on.

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matt · Posted: Fri Sep 22, 2006 9:18 am Post subject:

I got a speeding ticket outside of TC about a year ago. Luckily for me, the cop was really cool and wrote me a reservation ticket instead of an Arizona ticket. Reservation tickets are just fines and are not submitted to the MVD. Plus the fine is about 25% of the fine on a state ticket! I happily gave the Navajo Nation my $50.

moviegeekjn · Posted: Fri Sep 22, 2006 9:56 am Post subject:

I might know that TC cop (know quite a few; a couple are former chess players of mine). There's one guy that catches a few on the turnoff south on 89A to Cameron. There's a MAJOR speedtrap just south of Gray Mountain as well, but that is going to be state troopers.

matt · Posted: Fri Sep 22, 2006 10:02 am Post subject:

I checked the map and I was on 160, not 89A.

moviegeekjn · Posted: Fri Sep 22, 2006 10:23 am Post subject:

B. O. N. D. · Posted: Fri Sep 22, 2006 10:30 am Post subject:

moviegeekjn · Posted: Fri Sep 22, 2006 10:35 am Post subject:

Navajo Taco--the "secret" is having great fry bread for the base.

This is then covered with chili (just beans or with hamburger meat) with just the right amount of seasoning. Then lettuce, shredded cheddar, and tomato bits.... VERY yummy when done right. Also very fattening and hard on the ol' gall bladder Wink

Counsell · MLB Rookie Joined: 28 Aug 2006 Posts: 220

Hairston 2 for 2 last night. His 2006 MLB BA is now up to .556.

But then he was pulled for Gonzo, because - as we all now know - the most important hitting stat is the number of doubles.

TAP · Posted: Fri Sep 22, 2006 12:29 pm Post subject: