2/27/11: Reds @ Indians (ST)- "2011 ST Opener"

[Homer Bailey]

Thoroughly enjoyed this game thread mainly because it's been 4 months since we had one and because this is proof positive that spring is here and not a minute too soon. I listened to the game game on my BlackBerry Torch through MLB At-Bat 11, and I highly recommend it. I was in the car and ran it through Sync on my Ford Fusion, and when I got out, I had it on the phone for the whole game. Kind of like the old transistor radios. Much fun. Marty and Jim did a great job. I thought Maloney "sounded" good and so did Sam. The young reliever we got from the Angels (who had TJ surgery) might be helpful, but I think we need a little AAA for him. Anxious for the next game. It's baseball season!!!

I think Arredondo is out of options? Not positive.

[_Sir_Charles_]

I think Arredondo is out of options? Not positive.

I'm hoping it makes no difference. :O) After a few of Marty's comments during the game yesterday I did a bit of reading on Arredondo...I never realized just how great he was prior to the injury. If he comes back even CLOSE to that, he'd be a huge shot in the arm for the pen (which wasn't too darned bad to begin with).

[Homer Bailey]

I'm hoping it makes no difference. :O) After a few of Marty's comments during the game yesterday I did a bit of reading on Arredondo...I never realized just how great he was prior to the injury. If he comes back even CLOSE to that, he'd be a huge shot in the arm for the pen (which wasn't too darned bad to begin with).

His W-L and his ERA are pretty, but his peripherals aren't quite as sexy. He's a comparable arm to Volquez, but he's not a sub 2.00 FIP guy.

I remain cautious with my expectations for him.