Alfonso Marquez Game 3 Appreciation Thread

[Orgfiller]

We have to admit it, arguably one of the worst umpires in the league had a fantastic strike zone tonight. He didn't let his ego take over, was consistent for both teams, and aside from one brutal non-call on a balk (which 5 other umpires missed SMH), no egregious calls.

 

Cheers to you, Alfonso, you'll live to see another day.

[vdubmvp]

Agreed, it's a good day when you don't really notice the umpire.

[EdwinsParrot]

Yeah, barely thought of the ump all game, which is pretty amazing.

[Effit]

The guy was amazing. Not once did any attention turn to him, it was like a robot was back there making the calls which is how it should be.

[RealAccountant]

and good on Harold Reynolds for pointing that out. I really enjoyed his analysis tonight, was right on about the Tolu homerun.

[BlueJayWay]

There were maybe only two calls I thought were iffy.

[Orgfiller]

and good on Harold Reynolds for pointing that out. I really enjoyed his analysis tonight, was right on about the Tolu homerun.

 

You know someone is trolling when they post that Harold Reynolds was enjoyable.

[Effit]

Take note umpires of MLB, watch tape of this game and learn how to do your job.

[Spanky99]

and good on Harold Reynolds for pointing that out. I really enjoyed his analysis tonight, was right on about the Tolu homerun.

 

Troll bait. ^

[Spanky99]

You know someone is trolling when they post that Harold Reynolds was enjoyable.

 

Goddammit Org!

[TheHurl]

You know someone is trolling when they post that Harold Reynolds was enjoyable.

 

I think Reynolds probably mentioned that he likes Dogg's posts. I missed the game but I heard that Harold did his broadcast troll job on Jays fans. When will people see that's all he does. His job is get people talking about the broadcast.

[RealAccountant]

I dont get the hate for the guy. All he said is that not too many people up north play baseball which is pretty true, most are occupied with Hockey,

 

The guy praised the umpire, properly analyzed the Tolu homerun, and Chastized Gibby for putting Pillar to run home on contact with 1 out and Donaldson and Bautista on deck.

[G-Snarls]

Good stuff

[pickoff22]

I dont get the hate for the guy. All he said is that not too many people up north play baseball which is pretty true, most are occupied with Hockey,

 

The guy praised the umpire, properly analyzed the Tolu homerun, and Chastized Gibby for putting Pillar to run home on contact with 1 out and Donaldson and Bautista on deck.

 

In no way did he blame Gibby for that, he criticized Pillar. Gibby was barking at Pillar after that play.

[Grant77]

We have to admit it, arguably one of the worst umpires in the league had a fantastic strike zone tonight. He didn't let his ego take over, was consistent for both teams, and aside from one brutal non-call on a balk (which 5 other umpires missed SMH), no egregious calls.

 

Cheers to you, Alfonso, you'll live to see another day.

 

I didn't even give him a second thought the entire game and neither did the commentators. Hats of to Mr. Marquez, that's the greatest compliment you can get as an umpire.

[burlingtonbandit]

I think Reynolds probably mentioned that he likes Dogg's posts. I missed the game but I heard that Harold did his broadcast troll job on Jays fans. When will people see that's all he does. His job is get people talking about the broadcast.

 

His job is to provide baseball analysis. Its because he is so horrific at his job that people talk about the broadcast.

[o2cui2i]

it was the best strike zone of the post season. Most games this post season have been horrifically bad.

 

we need a big zone tomorrow though. lol who's up?

[Mozzer]

We have to admit it, arguably one of the worst umpires in the league had a fantastic strike zone tonight. He didn't let his ego take over, was consistent for both teams, and aside from one brutal non-call on a balk (which 5 other umpires missed SMH), no egregious calls.

 

Cheers to you, Alfonso, you'll live to see another day.

 

Well I guess I reluctantly concur, but that Baulk could have played a major role in the final outcome had it not been for Tulo. Just seems too many mistakes are falling through the cracks and I think the only way to rectify it is to broaden the scope of what a team can challenge. It may be tough to get everything right as an ump but it isn't tough to rectify a mistake when you have video replay.

[Maahfaace]

Well I guess I reluctantly concur, but that Baulk could have played a major role in the final outcome had it not been for Tulo. Just seems too many mistakes are falling through the cracks and I think the only way to rectify it is to broaden the scope of what a team can challenge. It may be tough to get everything right as an ump but it isn't tough to rectify a mistake when you have video replay.

 

Video replay on balls and strikes!!!!!!!

6 hr games here we come!

[Zacman]

Video replay on balls and strikes!!!!!!!

6 hr games here we come!

 

Agreed, but the technology for a roboump calling balls and strikes exists.

[Jonn]

All I ask for is a consistent zone. And that's all anyone wants. You may not agree with the zone but if it's consistent atleast the players can adjust to it.

 

As for enhancing instant replay. First they need more cameras to make sure they get the right call. And all of these cameras should be viewable. I would like each decesion to be explained in a short video similar to what the NHL does on suspension. As for the strikezone. It seems like there is atleast one bad call every game on a called strikeout. Perhaps you can have one replay for that as well and if you win you receive another.

 

I'm also tired of the plays that apparently aren't reviewable. If something is wrong get it right. It won't take as much time as people think.

[jaysblue]

We have to admit it, arguably one of the worst umpires in the league had a fantastic strike zone tonight. He didn't let his ego take over, was consistent for both teams, and aside from one brutal non-call on a balk (which 5 other umpires missed SMH), no egregious calls.

 

Cheers to you, Alfonso, you'll live to see another day.

 

Definitely the best job behind the plate this series. His strike zone was consistent and thats all you could really ask for.

[LunchBox]

This should really be "The Jeff Bannister Appreciation Thread", Chi Chi Gonzales, really?

 

In all seriousness though, it was refreshing to watch a well officiated game.

[BigCecil]

This should really be "The Jeff Bannister Appreciation Thread", Chi Chi Gonzales, really?

 

In all seriousness though, it was refreshing to watch a well officiated game.

 

It wasn't so much Chi Chi as it was Chi Chi pitching to Tulo in that situation. Bad decision. Marquez had a solid consistent zone last night and that's all you can ask for. Little complaining from either team who seemed relieved after the Vic show in game 2.

[Grant77]

It wasn't so much Chi Chi as it was Chi Chi pitching to Tulo in that situation. Bad decision. Marquez had a solid consistent zone last night and that's all you can ask for. Little complaining from either team who seemed relieved after the Vic show in game 2.

 

I agree and disagree. Gonzalez is a terrible pitcher that has no business being in a close playoff game. I hope we see him again.

[BigCecil]

I agree and disagree. Gonzalez is a terrible pitcher that has no business being in a close playoff game. I hope we see him again.

 

Lol. I like that you are back the board. Your posts are never dull and you love to argue and say what you think. Chi Chi sucks but pitching to Tulo in that situation sucks even more.