The Klopfenstein's are 35 days away from Lakeland and Spring Training with the Tigers! Hotel Reservations - Check! Tickets - Check! Motorcycle - Not so sure. Really want to ride in Lakeland, but right now my trailer hauling vehicle is on it's last legs. Not sure I trust that thing to pull the trailer through the mountains of KY, TN and GA at 75 MPH! We will see what we do. I can't believe how much they want to rent a truck for a week....do I just give in and buy a truck?
Can't wait to see what is in store for the Tigers this year. Should be a good year, but the Tigers will miss Prince backing up Miggy. In the 2 years Prince was there Miggy won 2 MVPs. We will see what happens this year to be sure.
Will the Tigers get Max Scherzer signed before opening day? Will he break the bank? Does it make sense? Will Andy Dirks have a bounce back year or was 2012 his swan song season. Can Alex Avilia rebound from the last 2 years and hit .280 with 15 HR and 80 RBIs? Can Torii Hunter have another great year in RF?
My opening day Lineup:
2B -Kinsler
RF - Hunter
1B - Miggy
DH - Victor
3B - Castellanos
C - Avilia
LF - Dirks
CF - Jackson
SS - Igleias
P - Verlander
Thursday, January 23, 2014
Monday, July 22, 2013
stinkin Royals!
The KC Royals really make me mad. They tick me off. Why can't the Tigers beat them? Finally yesterday they did, but not by pounding the ball. 3-1 win was big to at least get 1 in KC. Now on to the White Sox. Need to win 2 of 3 there in the windy city.
What is up with JV? He looks like he is just plain trying too hard. Pressing. You can see it in his eyes. Saturday night he had no breaking ball or his arm is killing him. Makes me wonder if he is hurt. But how do you throw 98 with a sore arm? I thought he had it figured out after the first few innings Saturday, but the 2 out, 2 strike hits are killing him right now.
Well, it is early in the week, and I am already looking forward to the weekend.......
What is up with JV? He looks like he is just plain trying too hard. Pressing. You can see it in his eyes. Saturday night he had no breaking ball or his arm is killing him. Makes me wonder if he is hurt. But how do you throw 98 with a sore arm? I thought he had it figured out after the first few innings Saturday, but the 2 out, 2 strike hits are killing him right now.
Well, it is early in the week, and I am already looking forward to the weekend.......
Tuesday, July 16, 2013
Tigers @ the Break
The Tigers are 10 games over at the All-Star break. Underachieving by most experts opinion. But they are 8 games better this year than last and the schedule favors the Tigers the rest of the way. I still think they win the Central going away.
Bondo has resigned with the Tigers and will be in Toledo this Thursday to try and make his way back to the Tigers. Can he be that guy in the 7-8-9th that can get 3 outs out of the pen? Let's hope so. Should be interesting to see if there is anything left in the tank.
Miggy is leading the world in hitting. He is an amazing hitter and a hitter for a generation to say the least. They may have been none better than Miggy in a Tiger uniform ever. Ty Cobb maybe, Harry Heilman..maybe, but that is about it. And when it comes to power and average, none can compare. Not since Hank Greenburg for sure.
Go Tigers
Bondo has resigned with the Tigers and will be in Toledo this Thursday to try and make his way back to the Tigers. Can he be that guy in the 7-8-9th that can get 3 outs out of the pen? Let's hope so. Should be interesting to see if there is anything left in the tank.
Miggy is leading the world in hitting. He is an amazing hitter and a hitter for a generation to say the least. They may have been none better than Miggy in a Tiger uniform ever. Ty Cobb maybe, Harry Heilman..maybe, but that is about it. And when it comes to power and average, none can compare. Not since Hank Greenburg for sure.
Go Tigers
Wednesday, July 3, 2013
Okay Rose.....
Today Rose says, you need to write, you need to get your thoughts down. Here goes. Time will tell if any of it is any good. I am struggling lately being stuck in this 6 x 6 area known as the cubicle. The daydreaming of doing something new and exciting, more to a passion, and less about a paycheck. I feel like I have a J-O-B, not a career. I know this is something most of us struggle with from time to time, but this is about as bad as it gets. I miss the carrot being dangled in front of me. The unknown of what is the commission check will be next month. Why do I crave the unknown? Am I nuts?
I say all this to get to this point....if you are at a point in your life where no one else depends on you, take a risk. Strike out on your own and head in a direction that brings you new challenges everyday, and challenges what you think and how you think it on a daily basis. Do something that makes you jump out of bed at 6 AM ready to take on the world. When I find myself getting out of bed on the weekends much earlier than during the week, I have to ask, Why? I think I know why, I can't wait to get out to the pole barn and create something. Build something that is useful for someone. Create something that they could hardly imagine, bring a picture to life. See them smile and say, yup that is what I was thinking.
But alas, I go to work everyday, and do what I do. I am living with purpose each and every day and I understand I have a great job, a job that most people would like to have. Great benefits, great people, and it is necessary part of my life right now, so now I feel better getting that off my chest.
I say all this to get to this point....if you are at a point in your life where no one else depends on you, take a risk. Strike out on your own and head in a direction that brings you new challenges everyday, and challenges what you think and how you think it on a daily basis. Do something that makes you jump out of bed at 6 AM ready to take on the world. When I find myself getting out of bed on the weekends much earlier than during the week, I have to ask, Why? I think I know why, I can't wait to get out to the pole barn and create something. Build something that is useful for someone. Create something that they could hardly imagine, bring a picture to life. See them smile and say, yup that is what I was thinking.
But alas, I go to work everyday, and do what I do. I am living with purpose each and every day and I understand I have a great job, a job that most people would like to have. Great benefits, great people, and it is necessary part of my life right now, so now I feel better getting that off my chest.
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
The cubical.....
The cubical...what can I say....not an office, a cubical. Staring at the computer screen and working in a cubical. Only about 3.120 more days in a cubical till I can retire. aaaahhhhh.
And the Tigers are down 6-3 in the 7th to the O's.
And the Tigers are down 6-3 in the 7th to the O's.
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Max
Max was really good for the Tigers last night again. Scherzer was awesome again last night and now stands at 10-0 on the season. If not for Papa Grande he would be 11-0. after 6 innings last night Drew Smyly came in and shut the door with 9 up and 9 down 3 innings of no hit ball. What a find Smyly has been in the bullpen. Time will tell if it continues.
Miggy hits a bomb on the first pitch he sees after returning home from the road. He now has 71 RBIs on the season. AJax is also a welcome back addition to the lineup because of his return to spur the offense and he was 3-4 and is 7 for 17 since his return last Friday night in Minnesota.
Avila to the DL is a blessing in disguise I do believe. This allows the Tigers to send Alex on a "rehab" assignment to Toledo without disgracing him with a demotion to Toledo. We will see if Bull Durham can work some magic with Alex.
5 games up on June 17th...can't be that! GO TIGERS!
Miggy hits a bomb on the first pitch he sees after returning home from the road. He now has 71 RBIs on the season. AJax is also a welcome back addition to the lineup because of his return to spur the offense and he was 3-4 and is 7 for 17 since his return last Friday night in Minnesota.
Avila to the DL is a blessing in disguise I do believe. This allows the Tigers to send Alex on a "rehab" assignment to Toledo without disgracing him with a demotion to Toledo. We will see if Bull Durham can work some magic with Alex.
5 games up on June 17th...can't be that! GO TIGERS!
Monday, June 17, 2013
Oh PAPA!!!!!!
When will the Tigers send Papa Grande packing? My guess is by the end of June. If it was me, he would be gone today Players have lost confidence, and if I was Verlander, I would refuse to come out of a game when I had the lead! Jim, do us all a favor and keep him in the pen.
What a great weekend! Tigers win 2 of 3 in MN and head home to play Baltimore. Come on Tigers keep it going.
Trying to plan our next vacation? Where should the Goldwing head next?
What a great weekend! Tigers win 2 of 3 in MN and head home to play Baltimore. Come on Tigers keep it going.
Trying to plan our next vacation? Where should the Goldwing head next?
Monday, April 29, 2013
Almost May 1
Hello Tiger Fans! Great game on Sunday night. Love Kruk's call of the Miggy HR! Fister on spot, good pen and timely hitting!
Tonight it is the Twins that come to town and we will see how the Tigers react to the big weekend against the Braves. Can the hitting continue? Can the starting pitching continue this good and can Papa Grande return to 2011 form? If Yes is the answer we will be in good shape this year.
Tonight it is the Twins that come to town and we will see how the Tigers react to the big weekend against the Braves. Can the hitting continue? Can the starting pitching continue this good and can Papa Grande return to 2011 form? If Yes is the answer we will be in good shape this year.
Monday, April 1, 2013
Opening Day 2013
Opening Day 2013. Great expectations for the Tigers. Could this be the year they win the first World Series since 1984? Almost 30 years ago. Can you believe it! This could be the year.
MLB what are you thinking? Opening in MN on April 1st? 30 Degrees today as JV goes to the mound to get the season underway. Could this weather pose a problem? Time will tell. I would think the players just want to get the games started. I know the fans do. I can start a fire in the basement and watch the game in the warmth of the fire! Go Tigers! Here we go! Get it started!
Lineup:
CF Austin Jackson
RF Torii Hunter
3B Miguel Cabrera
1B Prince Fielder
DH Victor Martinez
LF Andy Dirks
SS Jhonny Peralta
C Alex Avila
2B Omar Infinte
P Justin Verlander
GO TIGERS!!!!!!
MLB what are you thinking? Opening in MN on April 1st? 30 Degrees today as JV goes to the mound to get the season underway. Could this weather pose a problem? Time will tell. I would think the players just want to get the games started. I know the fans do. I can start a fire in the basement and watch the game in the warmth of the fire! Go Tigers! Here we go! Get it started!
Lineup:
CF Austin Jackson
RF Torii Hunter
3B Miguel Cabrera
1B Prince Fielder
DH Victor Martinez
LF Andy Dirks
SS Jhonny Peralta
C Alex Avila
2B Omar Infinte
P Justin Verlander
GO TIGERS!!!!!!
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Winter
winter just continues to linger on and on. that stupid groundhog knows nothing at all does he? snow blowing around, wind, cold, why am I not still in Lakeland, FL?
I am ready for opening day for sure. does anyone care about the WBC? not me, I really don't care if the USA gets to the finals or not, but it is baseball on TV, so of course I watch. I listen to Dan and Jim call the spring games and can't wait for the realy thing.
Oh I miss the early morning coffee at Crestwood and early morning walks around the neighborhood down there. Talking baseball with baserunning coach Jeff Cox and chats with Jim Leyland in the breakfast room. I miss friends made down there and especially old Jerry who works at Crestwood and his 80 year old sense of humor that just lifts your day. The girls at the front desk who were more than willing to help in the need for soap, towels or about anything else. Most of all I miss 70+ degrees and strawberry shortcake at Parksdale Farms.
Ducks, swans and pelicans are also missed as well as long walks around Circle B Bar Reserve to see wildlife in their habitat.
I am ready for opening day for sure. does anyone care about the WBC? not me, I really don't care if the USA gets to the finals or not, but it is baseball on TV, so of course I watch. I listen to Dan and Jim call the spring games and can't wait for the realy thing.
Oh I miss the early morning coffee at Crestwood and early morning walks around the neighborhood down there. Talking baseball with baserunning coach Jeff Cox and chats with Jim Leyland in the breakfast room. I miss friends made down there and especially old Jerry who works at Crestwood and his 80 year old sense of humor that just lifts your day. The girls at the front desk who were more than willing to help in the need for soap, towels or about anything else. Most of all I miss 70+ degrees and strawberry shortcake at Parksdale Farms.
Ducks, swans and pelicans are also missed as well as long walks around Circle B Bar Reserve to see wildlife in their habitat.
Monday, March 11, 2013
Back
After 2 weeks in Lakeland, it is back to work today. Does not seem possible it has been 2 weeks. Had a blast, found a few new places and all in all had a great time. Cool weather a couple of days, but all in all great weather.
62 degrees when we got home as we brought the good weather with us.....well for just a few hours and now cooler and rain. Time will tell how this goes and how soon spring really gets here to stay. I hope soon.
The Tigers need some relief help but the starters have been off the chart good early. Rick Porcello has been about the best of all. The Tigers should be the team to beat this year for the World Series, but time will tell.
62 degrees when we got home as we brought the good weather with us.....well for just a few hours and now cooler and rain. Time will tell how this goes and how soon spring really gets here to stay. I hope soon.
The Tigers need some relief help but the starters have been off the chart good early. Rick Porcello has been about the best of all. The Tigers should be the team to beat this year for the World Series, but time will tell.
Thursday, February 21, 2013
VACATION!!!!
Baseball fans unite! It is time for the yearly pilgramage to Lakeland, Florida to watch my beloved Detroit Tigers play baseball. 2 weeks of sunshine, baseball, hotdogs, peanuts, strawberrry shortcake, beaches, ducks, and BBQ! Does it get better than that? Not a chance!
On a serious note, Rose and I are so blessed to be able to do this. What a great time for her and I to get away and just have the 2 of us. No pets, kids or anything, just us. For the 7th year in a row we are headed to see the Tigers and God willing we will be going for a long time. This is the 3rd year we have taken the Goldwing with us. Nothing better than getting in some miles in the dead of winter riding in the Sunshine!
We will go see some old friends and make new ones. See the same people working at the hotel and ballpark. Jerry the breakfast guy at the hotel. The lady with the wooden spoon checking Rose's baseball bag for forbidden snacks...(she never finds them). The same guys scalping tickets. Lakeland has changed over the years. Lots more fences and security. Lots more people and lots more nut jobs around the ballpark. funny to say that, but it is true.
Some of the characters we will see. Like the owner of Primos pizza on Combee. The guy is great and makes this trip to this local establishment worth the trip. Not to mention a great pizza! The same great sweet tea and BBQ at many different places.
Go Tigers! Please don't let us lock the keys for the motorcycle in the back tank this year! I would rather spend that money on strawberry shortcake!
On a serious note, Rose and I are so blessed to be able to do this. What a great time for her and I to get away and just have the 2 of us. No pets, kids or anything, just us. For the 7th year in a row we are headed to see the Tigers and God willing we will be going for a long time. This is the 3rd year we have taken the Goldwing with us. Nothing better than getting in some miles in the dead of winter riding in the Sunshine!
We will go see some old friends and make new ones. See the same people working at the hotel and ballpark. Jerry the breakfast guy at the hotel. The lady with the wooden spoon checking Rose's baseball bag for forbidden snacks...(she never finds them). The same guys scalping tickets. Lakeland has changed over the years. Lots more fences and security. Lots more people and lots more nut jobs around the ballpark. funny to say that, but it is true.
Some of the characters we will see. Like the owner of Primos pizza on Combee. The guy is great and makes this trip to this local establishment worth the trip. Not to mention a great pizza! The same great sweet tea and BBQ at many different places.
Go Tigers! Please don't let us lock the keys for the motorcycle in the back tank this year! I would rather spend that money on strawberry shortcake!
Monday, February 18, 2013
Tiger Baseball
The season is approaching and the Tigers appear to have the makings of another run at the World Series. The last 2 the Tigers have been in have been something of stinkers. They don't need a week off in between the playoff and the World Series.
Let's hope they do well this year and stay away from the injury bug. With Victor and Torii now in the lineup this team has the look of a champion
Let's hope they do well this year and stay away from the injury bug. With Victor and Torii now in the lineup this team has the look of a champion
Friday, February 15, 2013
7
7 the number of days until we head to Lakeland. Hard to imagine that in one week we will be headed to my favorite place on earth.
Until then, I have woodworking projects I must get done. A couple of wooden footstools, a storage cabinet, and some scrapbooking crap! Holy smoke, I need to get the goldwing ready and tied down in the trailer! Get my glove packed, a bat packed and all my hats and Tiger gear! Oh Yeah.....
Until then, I have woodworking projects I must get done. A couple of wooden footstools, a storage cabinet, and some scrapbooking crap! Holy smoke, I need to get the goldwing ready and tied down in the trailer! Get my glove packed, a bat packed and all my hats and Tiger gear! Oh Yeah.....
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Spring is here.....
well fans, it may not look like spring is here, but it is. pitchers and catchers reported yesterday in Lakeland Fl for the Detroit Tigers. music to my ears. I love this time of year. You start thinking about baseball. I can't wait till opening day. But before that there are 2 weeks to be spent in Lakeland at Tigertown.
Time to head to Lakeland for baseball, green grass, sunshine and food. Can't wait for the time to begin. should be fun again this year with the Tigers being one of the favorites to take it all this year. it has been 29 years since the Tiger last won the World Series. What a drought. But they have been in the fall classic twice lately, just to be taken apart by the Cardinals and Giants.
But Lakeland is more than baseball. It is a Primos pizza, Peebles, Jimbos, and Sonnys BBQ. It is a goldwing ride to Parksdale Farms for Strawberry Shortcake. Riding to spend the day at the beach. Seeing old friends we have made in Lakeland and feeding the swans, pelicans, and ducks down at Morton Lake. Feels like going home. I walk around Mirror Lake and dinner at Harry's downtown. A slower pace, warm weather and 11 o'clock swims in the pool. Sounds like it is time to go to me....only 10 more days Tom, only 10 more days.
Time to head to Lakeland for baseball, green grass, sunshine and food. Can't wait for the time to begin. should be fun again this year with the Tigers being one of the favorites to take it all this year. it has been 29 years since the Tiger last won the World Series. What a drought. But they have been in the fall classic twice lately, just to be taken apart by the Cardinals and Giants.
But Lakeland is more than baseball. It is a Primos pizza, Peebles, Jimbos, and Sonnys BBQ. It is a goldwing ride to Parksdale Farms for Strawberry Shortcake. Riding to spend the day at the beach. Seeing old friends we have made in Lakeland and feeding the swans, pelicans, and ducks down at Morton Lake. Feels like going home. I walk around Mirror Lake and dinner at Harry's downtown. A slower pace, warm weather and 11 o'clock swims in the pool. Sounds like it is time to go to me....only 10 more days Tom, only 10 more days.
Thursday, February 7, 2013
The Flu...
it appears that so far about everyone is getting the flu. what does that mean? it means I need to stay away and not get sick. so far so good. it seems like the flu shot did no good at all. most that took the shot have been sick! this is why I stay away.
Monday, February 4, 2013
Football is OVER!
Football is over. I love the Super Bowl for one reason, it means that it is officially baseball season. Only 8 more days till the Tigers hit the field.
Also glad that Mr Lewis can not take his dirty deeds done dirty cheap and ride off into the sunset. Hopefully never to be heard from again.
Go Tigers....see you in Lakeland!
Also glad that Mr Lewis can not take his dirty deeds done dirty cheap and ride off into the sunset. Hopefully never to be heard from again.
Go Tigers....see you in Lakeland!
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