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MWM · 03-26-2011, 10:15 PM

I've always been one of the lowest predictors, but I have genuine optimism this year.

I'll say 95-67.

Reds/Flyers Fan · 03-26-2011, 10:20 PM

The rotation isn't as strong as they think it is, and it wasn't addressed despite its obvious shortcomings in the NLDS.

Ditto LF.

80 wins

The Voice of IH · 03-26-2011, 10:36 PM

I am not sure if it is acceptable to post about the predictions here, and if it is not please scorn me....but

I am genuinely shocked about the low predictions I am seeing about this up coming season. I picked 97 wins, and though I realize it may be reaching, I am taken a back by the lower numbers on here. Are the Reds really just and average team? Placing about 85 wins and not making the playoffs?

MississippiRed · 03-26-2011, 10:49 PM

90 wins (plus at least 5 in the playoffs)!

Captain Hook · 03-26-2011, 11:01 PM

90 wins

NC Reds · 03-26-2011, 11:39 PM

89 wins.

redsfaninbsg · 03-27-2011, 12:53 AM

85 wins, I'm seriously worried about the injuries in the rotation. At least they get one of those dreaded west coast trips out of the way early.

Mario-Rijo · 03-27-2011, 08:32 AM

89 Wins, NL Central Champs, NL Representatives in the World Series where we lose 4-2 to Boston.

membengal · 03-27-2011, 09:21 AM

83 wins. And could easily be lower. The wave of injuries to the staff and the strike throwing issues some are exhibiting better resolve favorably soon to make the higher predictions in here remotely attainable.

1990REDS · 03-27-2011, 09:21 AM

81 wins

membengal · 03-27-2011, 09:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Caveat Emperor

With Bailey going out with another mystery ailment, I'd like to revise my prediction downward to 78 wins.

Volquez can't find the strike zone, Leake has been outright ineffective this spring, Cueto has a mystery arm ailment, Bailey has a mystery arm ailment...

Guys like LeCure and Maloney are nice spot-start insurance, but if this team has to rely on either of them for extended runs like I think they might, there's no way this team is posting a record north of .500.

This all captures my concern completely.

fugowitribe · 03-27-2011, 09:52 AM

90 wins, but I don't think that wins the NL Central. It will be hard to repeat when we continue to struggle with supereior opponents and the Brewers and Cubs look to contend. Last year it was Lose to the Cards and win the rest, but I just don't see the rest being as easy. Still optomistic though. Fast Start with Bailey and Cueto on the DL will gain national attention, struggles with better teams will keep us from running away with it, but in the end Fransisco will be the everyday third basemen due to a Rolen injury and his bat leads us down the stretch and hits 30 HR for the year.

UKFlounder · 03-27-2011, 10:34 AM

78 wins

alloverjr · 03-27-2011, 12:21 PM

78 wins as well.

nate · 03-27-2011, 01:40 PM

Since they eclipsed the 81 win mark last season, I say: 87 wins.

03-26-2011, 10:15 PM	#76
MWM Pre-tty, pre-tty good!! Join Date: Oct 2001 Posts: 12,171	Re: 2011 - Gonelong's 10th annual Season Ws prediction thread . I've always been one of the lowest predictors, but I have genuine optimism this year. I'll say 95-67. __________________ Grape works as a soda. Sort of as a gum. I wonder why it doesn't work as a pie. Grape pie? There's no grape pie. - Larry David

03-26-2011, 10:20 PM	#77
Reds/Flyers Fan Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Cincinnati USA Posts: 3,319	Re: 2011 - Gonelong's 10th annual Season Ws prediction thread . The rotation isn't as strong as they think it is, and it wasn't addressed despite its obvious shortcomings in the NLDS. Ditto LF. 80 wins

03-26-2011, 10:36 PM	#78
The Voice of IH Lets Go 'Bird' Hunting Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: The University of Akron Posts: 1,105	Re: 2011 - Gonelong's 10th annual Season Ws prediction thread . I am not sure if it is acceptable to post about the predictions here, and if it is not please scorn me....but I am genuinely shocked about the low predictions I am seeing about this up coming season. I picked 97 wins, and though I realize it may be reaching, I am taken a back by the lower numbers on here. Are the Reds really just and average team? Placing about 85 wins and not making the playoffs? __________________ Hey Sparky! Indian Hill English teachers taught me everything I know! Numbers behind the Debate: Small Ball vs. Long Ball

03-26-2011, 10:49 PM	#79
MississippiRed Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Starkville, Mississippi Posts: 327	Re: 2011 - Gonelong's 10th annual Season Ws prediction thread . 90 wins (plus at least 5 in the playoffs)! __________________ Win some, lose some, some get rained out.

03-26-2011, 11:01 PM	#80
Captain Hook Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: columbus,ohio Posts: 2,025	Re: 2011 - Gonelong's 10th annual Season Ws prediction thread . 90 wins

03-26-2011, 11:39 PM	#81
NC Reds Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Cary, NC Posts: 1,391	Re: 2011 - Gonelong's 10th annual Season Ws prediction thread . 89 wins. __________________ Stop! Heisey time!

03-27-2011, 12:53 AM	#82
redsfaninbsg Posting from Southwest VA Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 669	Re: 2011 - Gonelong's 10th annual Season Ws prediction thread . 85 wins, I'm seriously worried about the injuries in the rotation. At least they get one of those dreaded west coast trips out of the way early. __________________ This is the ol Left Hander rounding third and heading for home.

03-27-2011, 08:32 AM	#83
Mario-Rijo HOF CLASS OF '12 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Springfield, Ohio Posts: 8,994	Re: 2011 - Gonelong's 10th annual Season Ws prediction thread . 89 Wins, NL Central Champs, NL Representatives in the World Series where we lose 4-2 to Boston. __________________ 2008 Reds Draft Prospect RZ Scouting Reports 2009 Reds Draft Prospect RZ Scouting Reports 2010 Reds Draft Prospect RZ Scouting Reports "You can't let praise or criticism get to you. It's a weakness to get caught up in either one." --Woody Hayes

03-27-2011, 09:21 AM	#84
membengal Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Baltimore Posts: 8,380	Re: 2011 - Gonelong's 10th annual Season Ws prediction thread . 83 wins. And could easily be lower. The wave of injuries to the staff and the strike throwing issues some are exhibiting better resolve favorably soon to make the higher predictions in here remotely attainable.

03-27-2011, 09:21 AM	#85
1990REDS Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 471	Re: 2011 - Gonelong's 10th annual Season Ws prediction thread . 81 wins __________________ During my 18 years I came to bat almost 10,000 times. I struck out about 1,700 times and walked maybe 1,800 times. You figure a ballplayer will average about 500 at bats a season. That means I played seven years without ever hitting the ball. ~Mickey Mantle, 1970

03-27-2011, 09:52 AM	#87
fugowitribe I Hate Cleveland Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Cambridge, Ohio Posts: 195	Re: 2011 - Gonelong's 10th annual Season Ws prediction thread . 90 wins, but I don't think that wins the NL Central. It will be hard to repeat when we continue to struggle with supereior opponents and the Brewers and Cubs look to contend. Last year it was Lose to the Cards and win the rest, but I just don't see the rest being as easy. Still optomistic though. Fast Start with Bailey and Cueto on the DL will gain national attention, struggles with better teams will keep us from running away with it, but in the end Fransisco will be the everyday third basemen due to a Rolen injury and his bat leads us down the stretch and hits 30 HR for the year. __________________ WE DON'T, WE DON'T, WE DON'T MESS AROUND HEY!

03-27-2011, 10:34 AM	#88
UKFlounder Go Reds Go! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Northern KY Posts: 1,824	Re: 2011 - Gonelong's 10th annual Season Ws prediction thread . 78 wins __________________ http://www.civilwarobsession.com

03-27-2011, 12:21 PM	#89
alloverjr getting younger Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Valley of the Sun Posts: 1,160	Re: 2011 - Gonelong's 10th annual Season Ws prediction thread . 78 wins as well. __________________ Just have to tip your cap tonight...

03-27-2011, 01:40 PM	#90
nate High five! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 6,774	Re: 2011 - Gonelong's 10th annual Season Ws prediction thread . Since they eclipsed the 81 win mark last season, I say: 87 wins. __________________ "Bring on Rod Stupid!"

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