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Post by Oregon Norm on Mar 2, 2013 8:56:25 GMT -5
Nice stop by Bogaerts to start the game off.
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Post by Oregon Norm on Mar 2, 2013 9:12:49 GMT -5
Bogaerts up and... They have him bunt to move Andruw Jones to 3rd which he does. Jones scores on a sac fly. 1-0 Netherlands.
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Post by bluechip on Mar 2, 2013 9:16:46 GMT -5
I am guessing that in a couple of years, no one will be asking Xander to bunt with a runner in scoring position.
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Post by Oregon Norm on Mar 2, 2013 9:44:09 GMT -5
...and he misses one he could have had, hard hit ball a little above his had that tied him up.
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Post by Oregon Norm on Mar 2, 2013 10:30:31 GMT -5
Bogaerts starts a DP on a very nice play, going to his knees to snag a hard shot to his left.
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Post by Oregon Norm on Mar 2, 2013 12:28:21 GMT -5
Final was 5-0 Netherlands, and it wasn't that close. Korea was not ready for this game with lots of errors and sloppy play. That said, the Dutch infield just looks a lot better than theirs. Bogaerts, Simmons and Schoop are very solid, and Simmons especially had a great day with three hits including two doubles. Bogaerts was 0-3 with that sacrifice bunt, and a 4-pitch walk.
The commentators mentioned this a few times and it's true, the Dutch pitchers threw first-pitch strikes just about every at bat. They got ahead and stayed ahead. Probably no more sneaking up on anyone for the Netherlands. They play "Chinese Taipei" (Taiwan) next, but they won't have to face Wang. He pitched today in their win.
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Post by wskeleton76 on Mar 2, 2013 12:31:30 GMT -5
Although Bogaerts didn't do much at the plate he displayed his athleticism and ability at 3b.
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Post by Oregon Norm on Mar 2, 2013 12:37:48 GMT -5
Although Bogaerts didn't do much at the plate he displayed his athleticism and ability at 3b. Sure looks like he can play that position, doesn't he? |
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Post by rjp313jr on Mar 4, 2013 20:00:47 GMT -5
I just hope he's forced into left because of the following:
- Iglesias learns how to hit
- Middlebrooks is healthy and a stud at third
- Bradley is tearing up rf ( if Jacoby is still here) or CF
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Post by bluechip on Mar 5, 2013 0:51:41 GMT -5
They Netherlands bunts wayyyyyyyyyyyyyy too much. Somewhere Bill James is screaming at his TV
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Post by wskeleton76 on Mar 5, 2013 1:25:39 GMT -5
They Netherlands bunts wayyyyyyyyyyyyyy too much. Somewhere Bill James is screaming at his TV Anyway Bogaerts is an exellent bunter. |
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Post by wskeleton76 on Mar 5, 2013 2:11:45 GMT -5
He finally gets a hit. a double.
He tends to pull the ball but this time he hit to the opposite way. Low and away.
His opposite field power is as great as advertised.
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Post by Oregon Norm on Mar 5, 2013 12:01:37 GMT -5
So the Netherlands advances, along with Taiwan. Bogaerts continues to show good defensive skills at third base, easily playing balls in between hops and showing some mobility as well on a ball hit slowly down the line. Makes a clean pickup and solid throw. He's got some arm strength. He's also looking more comfortable at the plate hitting one ball on the screws but right at the shortstop who was well positioned and doubling to right on a solid hit.
Incidentally, that Aussie shortstop is talented, making all the plays easily with a superior arm. I've been very impressed with the solid infield play from that team. Now if they could only hit...
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Post by bluechip on Mar 5, 2013 15:23:40 GMT -5
They Netherlands bunts wayyyyyyyyyyyyyy too much. Somewhere Bill James is screaming at his TV Anyway Bogaerts is an exellent bunter. It's nice he got some practice, but hopefully he is rarely asked to do it in the majors. The Netherlands manager seems to call for a bunt every single time his team has runners at first and second and no outs, regardless of the point in the game. |
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Post by bluechip on Mar 5, 2013 15:34:22 GMT -5
BTW, the Dominican Republic is crushing the Phillies right now. 28 hits (as of the 8th inning), currently winning 15-1.
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Post by sdl1 on Mar 6, 2013 10:08:00 GMT -5
As a Dutch-Americam i am ecstatic about De Oranje....
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Post by bluechip on Mar 7, 2013 23:02:28 GMT -5
The Dominican and Valenzuela need to speed up their game. I want to see Cuba and Netherlands.
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Post by wskeleton76 on Mar 7, 2013 23:12:50 GMT -5
Bogaerts clearly needs to refine his approach. He is a bit overaggressive.
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Post by bluechip on Mar 8, 2013 0:14:36 GMT -5
Schoop has some pop.
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Post by pedroelgrande on Mar 8, 2013 0:19:55 GMT -5
This Netherlands' team is quite good. Thanks we don't have to face them this year.
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Post by wskeleton76 on Mar 8, 2013 0:19:57 GMT -5
He does. Very impressive for his age and position. If he refines his hitting skills, he could hit 15~20 hrs a year in the big league. |
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Post by bluechip on Mar 8, 2013 0:27:22 GMT -5
He does. Very impressive for his age and position. If he refines his hitting skills, he could hit 15~20 hrs a year in the big league.
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Post by bluechip on Mar 8, 2013 0:35:43 GMT -5
At least Xander is getting lots of practice on bunting. Nice infield hit on that bunt.
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Post by pedroelgrande on Mar 8, 2013 0:36:04 GMT -5
Bunt single for Bogaerts. He can bunt. Shows sound fundamentals.
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Post by pedroelgrande on Mar 8, 2013 1:03:55 GMT -5
Schoop again 2 2B and a HR. Might as well trade Bogaerts for him right now.
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