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flyer85 · 03-28-2007, 11:21 AM

Was it just me or was anyone else disappointed with the broadcast last night? It was the first I had heard the two together since the first game when it was clear they were happy to be together. However, last night Marty was grumpy from start(piled on Lohse before the game started, at least wait until he stinks it up), Thom seemed to feed off the negativism of Marty and joined the spectacle.

I have liked the addition of Brantley because things have generally stayed more positive when he has been combined with either Marty or Thom.

Marty was on Lohse while Thom decidedly does not like Dunn in the two spot(he campaigned for Gonzalez and his sub 300 OBP to hit there) because "you don't ask Dunn to advance a runner an out"(which makes sense). Heck you shouldn't ask anyone to advance runners with an out(with this Reds staff) except in late game situations. The Reds are going to need a bunch of runs on most nights. The real lineup issue anyway is a 3 hole hitter(Phillips) who has no business hitting there.

There was also a Conine lovefest because he is such an experienced hard nosed player. Just for once I would like to hear some love based on actual objective data, unfortunately from an offensive standpoint the Reds are woefully short of that type of talent.

Hopefully last night was just a bad day for Franchester who didn't like having to do a night road game in spring training. The negativism was way over the top.

Heath · 03-28-2007, 12:33 PM

I think that the Steve Finley-man love from Thom transferred to Jeff Conine.

I think both of them this year will be a hoot. IMO. I'm almost willing to give them a pass for this year since both are truly enjoying themselves.

I play softball. My dad, who is 56, still plays softball. Usually, since my dad lives out-of-town, about 3-4 times a year plays softball on my team. There is nothing cooler than that.

For that same reason, Marty & Thom have to be on cloud 9.

redsfanmia · 03-28-2007, 02:34 PM

I am not impressed with Thom and long for the days of the Bad Boy.

RANDY IN INDY · 03-28-2007, 02:52 PM

Like Marty and Thom and have no problem with the way they call the ball game. Two very good announcers.

dabvu2498 · 03-28-2007, 03:03 PM

Thom has serious man love for the 2001 D-Backs.

Matt700wlw · 03-28-2007, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by dabvu2498

Thom has serious man love for the 2001 D-Backs.

That was an outstanding team

redsfan30 · 03-28-2007, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by dabvu2498

Thom has serious man love for the 2001 D-Backs.

Why shouldn't he?

Always Red · 03-28-2007, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by RANDY IN CHAR NC

Like Marty and Thom and have no problem with the way they call the ball game. Two very good announcers.

I generally agree, Randy, but Flyer is right about last night- Marty was extremely grumpy, critical and basically unhappy with everything last night, and Thom was egging him on. Steve at least used to just be quiet or try to change the subject. Like Flyer said, maybe it was the night gam eon the road at the end of March thing; I hope so. The only thing Marty perked up on was when talking about his grandson's B-day party.

I'm not a Marty basher. I grew up with his voice, and for me, it's the voice of Reds baseball. But I've not hear him as surly as he was last night. Hopefully a one day thing.

dabvu2498 · 03-28-2007, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Matt700wlw

That was an outstanding team

No doubt, but every broadcast I've heard he gets his "well back in 2001," longing, weepy sound that's not particularly appealing, especially when you're listening to the Phillies and the Reds in 2007.

Other than that and the seemingly random volume fluctuations, I'm cool with it. He definately has some positive things to say.

RedsFan75 · 03-28-2007, 03:40 PM

I did really like Thom and Brantley in the TV booth the other day, it was a very professional break from Georges saccharin.

Redsland · 03-28-2007, 03:54 PM

I think it's safe to say that both Brennamans share a common vision of how the game of baseball ought to be played.

RANDY IN INDY · 03-28-2007, 05:00 PM

Doesn't everyone?

Yachtzee · 03-28-2007, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by RANDY IN CHAR NC

Doesn't everyone?

If it means taking hustle over home runs, putting slap hitting out machines at the top of the order, and running a club like its a retirement home for elderly ballplayers, I'd say "no." In fact, I still say I'd like to see Marty do some "hustling" in his own job before he criticizes ballplayers for not doing it in theirs.

Reds Freak · 03-28-2007, 06:44 PM

Can't we just enjoy Marty and Thom's above average broadcasting abilities without nitpicking every opinion they throw in a broadcast? They aren't running the team. Narron doesn't have a transistor in the dugout listening to where Thom thinks Gonzalez should bat in the order before making out his line up card.

Cedric · 03-28-2007, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Reds Freak

Can't we just enjoy Marty and Thom's above average broadcasting abilities without nitpicking every opinion they throw in a broadcast? They aren't running the team. Narron doesn't have a transistor in the dugout listening to where Thom thinks Gonzalez should bat in the order before making out his line up card.

You've been around since 2001. Why in the hell are you surprised?

Thom and Franchester just aren't as enlightened as the average Redszone poster.

03-28-2007, 11:21 AM	#1
flyer85 He has the Evil Eye! Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: south of the border Posts: 23,858	Franchester and Thom Was it just me or was anyone else disappointed with the broadcast last night? It was the first I had heard the two together since the first game when it was clear they were happy to be together. However, last night Marty was grumpy from start(piled on Lohse before the game started, at least wait until he stinks it up), Thom seemed to feed off the negativism of Marty and joined the spectacle. I have liked the addition of Brantley because things have generally stayed more positive when he has been combined with either Marty or Thom. Marty was on Lohse while Thom decidedly does not like Dunn in the two spot(he campaigned for Gonzalez and his sub 300 OBP to hit there) because "you don't ask Dunn to advance a runner an out"(which makes sense). Heck you shouldn't ask anyone to advance runners with an out(with this Reds staff) except in late game situations. The Reds are going to need a bunch of runs on most nights. The real lineup issue anyway is a 3 hole hitter(Phillips) who has no business hitting there. There was also a Conine lovefest because he is such an experienced hard nosed player. Just for once I would like to hear some love based on actual objective data, unfortunately from an offensive standpoint the Reds are woefully short of that type of talent. Hopefully last night was just a bad day for Franchester who didn't like having to do a night road game in spring training. The negativism was way over the top. __________________ What are you, people? On dope? - Mr Hand

03-28-2007, 12:33 PM	#2
Heath This one's for you Edd Join Date: May 2005 Location: Dayton Area Posts: 8,471	Re: Franchester and Thom I think that the Steve Finley-man love from Thom transferred to Jeff Conine. I think both of them this year will be a hoot. IMO. I'm almost willing to give them a pass for this year since both are truly enjoying themselves. I play softball. My dad, who is 56, still plays softball. Usually, since my dad lives out-of-town, about 3-4 times a year plays softball on my team. There is nothing cooler than that. For that same reason, Marty & Thom have to be on cloud 9. __________________ Some people play baseball. Baseball plays Jay Bruce.

03-28-2007, 02:34 PM	#3
redsfanmia Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: indianapolis, IN Posts: 3,452	Re: Franchester and Thom I am not impressed with Thom and long for the days of the Bad Boy. __________________ I was in the ORG once, best 6 months of my life.

03-28-2007, 02:52 PM	#4
RANDY IN INDY Matt's Dad Join Date: May 2000 Location: Brownsburg, Indiana Posts: 14,499	Re: Franchester and Thom Like Marty and Thom and have no problem with the way they call the ball game. Two very good announcers. __________________ Talent is God Given: be humble. Fame is man given: be thankful. Conceit is self given: be careful. John Wooden

03-28-2007, 03:03 PM	#5
dabvu2498 Yay! Join Date: May 2006 Location: Middletown, Ohio Posts: 7,260	Re: Franchester and Thom Thom has serious man love for the 2001 D-Backs. __________________ When all is said and done more is said than done.

03-28-2007, 03:40 PM	#10
RedsFan75 Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 1,509	Re: Franchester and Thom I did really like Thom and Brantley in the TV booth the other day, it was a very professional break from Georges saccharin. __________________ In those things which we commit to practice we can master, and with mastery we have the freedom to use these skills whenever we desire, without this practice we are slaves to our inability.

03-28-2007, 03:54 PM	#11
Redsland You know his story Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 7,713	Re: Franchester and Thom I think it's safe to say that both Brennamans share a common vision of how the game of baseball ought to be played. __________________ Makes all the routine posts.

03-28-2007, 05:00 PM	#12
RANDY IN INDY Matt's Dad Join Date: May 2000 Location: Brownsburg, Indiana Posts: 14,499	Re: Franchester and Thom Doesn't everyone? __________________ Talent is God Given: be humble. Fame is man given: be thankful. Conceit is self given: be careful. John Wooden

03-28-2007, 06:44 PM	#14
Reds Freak Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Posts: 1,092	Re: Franchester and Thom Can't we just enjoy Marty and Thom's above average broadcasting abilities without nitpicking every opinion they throw in a broadcast? They aren't running the team. Narron doesn't have a transistor in the dugout listening to where Thom thinks Gonzalez should bat in the order before making out his line up card.

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