Jace Fry is set to make his debut this afternoon at 3pm. He'll be going against Illinois' Matt Milroy (0-1, 3.52). If Casey elects to pitch him in game 2, he'll go against Connecticut's Jordan Tabakman (1-0, 3.86). Dan Child will start the other game.
The outfield of Davis, Barnes, and Conforto is holding its own thus far. Good to see, as that's clearly the best offensive option. Tyler Smith deserves mention. He transformed his (offensive) game in Pac-10 play last season, and he deserves a fair shot at the 2B job. Hopefully his 3 hits yesterday puts him on that path. Nice to see Wetzler get it together, but it's going to take a few more outings like that to convince me he's turned a corner.
Some notes about these opponents:
- UWV was picked to finish 10/12 in the Big East, so take Wetlzer's performance with a grain of salt.
- Illinois is currently 4-5 and projected at 6th in the Big 10.
- Ucon was picked to finish 3rd in the Big East, but they're off to a slow 4-5 start.
- And Oklahoma is currently ranked 18th in the nation at 9-3.
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Beavs are right on the cusp of the polls, so 3 of 4 this weekend should get them back in the mix. This weekend will be more telling than the opening 12 game road trip (just a brutal way to begin a season).
Oh, and for those interested in seeing the opponents’, Ucon and Illinois play at 11am.
I was disappointed in their 8-4 start especially given the ducks 10 game winning streak but I attended last night’s game and came away thinking that this could be a very good ball club. I know that UWV isn’t a good measuring stick but the Beavs took advantage when given their chances. Scoring 7 runs on just two hits doesn’t happen very often even against bad teams. Wetzler looked very good. UWV hitters never could figure him out, they were late on just about every swing and never did get good metal on the ball. Ben moved the ball around and UWV only hit was an infield hit. One game doesn’t mean a turn around for Ben but it’s sure a good start.
In other tourney news, OK was beaten by UConn 8-7 and IL beat the ducks 2-1.
How full were the stands for this home opener?
Rain and cold front is hitting the Portland area as we speak, not sure what it’s supposed do down south this afternoon. Too bad, it was gorgeous yesterday.
Keep in mi d the Ducks haven’t played anyone of note, either. As far as the 12 game pad trip, this stuff is common for the Bravers due to the weather patterns in the Northwest to avoid postponements and cancellations. Casey is still trying to figure out exactly what he has, and the best place to use everyone. This is a better test, but the best measure will come tomorrow.
…Vanderbilt?
Ducks start has been fools gold. They’re good but not that good. Vandy stinks and they needed to catch some breaks to sweep LBSU. Easily could have been swept themselves.
This weekend will be a test for the Beavers. If they win 3 of 4 I will be happy, but if they sweep them I would be ecstatic, especially with Pac-12 play starting up next weekend. Would be big for their confidence and have them playing well heading into a brutal conference. First two teams in conference they play are @ Cal and home against Arizona. Both those series will be tough tests against regional teams. Odd that the conference season starts so soon but with adding Utah that was bound to happen.
Even after last week- Oregons RPI is 15, OSU is 81. ISR is 7, and OSU’s is 37. Hawaii has a RPI of 45..
What’s the weather like? Are they going to get these games in?
Cloudy and a little windy, but not raining at the moment
Video link http://apps.ohlulz.com/ncaa/?lulz=rtmp://cp98724.live.edgefcs.net:1935/live&id=orst_m-basebl@31490
is it working for you?
Yeah, it’s working just fine.
Thanks for the link, stream coming in good and with Reese/Wilson audio. Wilson adds a lot.
http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=dw-wetzel_robert_griffin_trade_redskins_colts_rams0309
RGIII netted 3 first-round draft picks(including #6 this year) and a second round.
I wonder if he’s going to crack under the pressure knowing that they bet the franchise on him. I feel this is happening to Isaiah Crowell. You are expected to be some sort of savior, and you are not. Then everybody hates you. The disappointment of unrealistic expectations I have heard it called.
Back-to-back walks by Gordon and Smith to start the game. Illinois’ starter isn’t close to throwing strikes.
Conforto hits into a DP. Pitcher starting to find the zone.
Beavers let an opportunity go by and don’t score in the 1st
why the shit are they the visiting team again?
Tournament rules. Pretty sure they will be the home team in the second game of the DH
Dan Child looks like he has some good stuff today. A couple pitches were hit decently, the latter really carried which is a little strange at Goss in March. Just needs to get the fastball down a little bit. The breaking pitches look really good and almost unhittable.
Runner on first and second and no outs for Jake Rodriguez. All 4 runners to reach so far with 2 walks and 2 HBP
Jake Rodriguez sacrifice and Hayes walk has the bases loaded and 1 out for Barnes
Two run single by Barnes and it’s 2-0 Beavers. Could be a really big inning for the Beavers
Bases loaded for Conforto and two outs
Conforto HBP. 3-0 Beavers
Dylan Davis hits a smoking line drive that goes all the way to the wall for a 3 run double. 6-0 Beavers
Beavers get a huge inning and lead 6-0 heading to the bottom of the second. Feels like there will be another 10 run rule in this game.
6-1 Beavers
After a HBP on Barnes, single by Gordon and an error by the right fielder, Conforto comes through with a two run single and it’s 8-1 Beavers
Child has really gave the Beavers another really good performance. 7 innings, 5 hits 1 run and 5 strikeouts.
I really like Reese/Wilson so much better than Parker. I like the mellow vibe.
I agree, I like Mike Parker but he can be overemotional and sometimes that can get annoying. Screams over bad calls too much.
Parker is fine for Football….baseball takes a certain restraint.
Cloth napkin vs paper
agreed, as fans we live with so much angst–when the announcer is more dramatic than I am, then it’s over the top-I fear for his life at times
Child goes 8 1/3 innings, struck out 9 batters, gave up 1 run and 5 hits. Great outing.
Zac Reser……………………..”they call me Tater Salad.”
8-2 now with 2 outs in the 9th
Beavers win 8-2. Solid performance from the offense and a great outing from Dan Child. Really excited to see Jace Fry for game 2.
A good outing for Child, indeed. Anyone concerned about how long Casey left him in?
I don’t have a pitch count, think around 95-100. Last year there was some concern that Casey left pitchers in too long early in the year. Myself, since Child already had an outing in the 80-90 range, I see no probllem.
Also noted that Child seemed to get stronger as the game went on, the Ill batters didn’t gain any advantage today by seeing him over and over.
Both pitchers in the Illinois/ duck game threw over 100. With a 4 game weekend I suppose it’s necessary to get your starters to go deep. And the reply from Beavergopher is… that’s what she said.
“…Anyone concerned about how long Casey left him in?…”
Yes.
That concern has been raised for years.
Jace Fry with a perfect inning to start. Looked really good.
Conforto with an RBI single, 1-0 Beavers
1-1 going to the bottom of the 2nd
Conforto RBI groundout and it’s 2-1 Beavers
Jace Fry gets into trouble in the 4th but gets out of it and it’s 2-1 Beavers headed to the bottom of the 4th. Fry is probably done after his 4 innings. Nice debut.
Bases loaded and 1 out in the bottom of the 4th for Ryan Barnes.
Barnes HBP and it’s 3-1 Beavers
Beavers lead 3-1 after 4 innings, should have gotten more though.
Max swung at a poor pitch to K, couldn’t put it in play for an RBI.
Does anyone know how hard Jace Fry throws?
Seen enough of Fry, good outing.
Yes, he looked good. Had some rust cause of the back issues but he’s gonna be damn good.
3-2 Beavers
Starr having trouble throwing strikes.
Got the ground out. We’ll take it.
Conforto and Davis are legit. Man, its been awhile since we’ve had hitters like these two frosh.
Conforto with another hit. He’s a machine.
Dylan Davis with the check swing hit. That is some serious luck but I will take it!
Dunn attempts to bunt and pops it up. Got to get that down.
Dunn pops a bunt to pitcher, 1 out. Good speed reaction by pitcher. 2 on 1 out now time for Keyes to start hitting.
Infield out. When will Keyes regain his mojo? Thought he was returning to form last weekend, but apparently not.
Beavers really need Keyes to get going.
New pitcher for UCONN, got to make him throw strikes.
Beavers are letting too many opportunities go by.
How long will they leave Taylor in? He hasn’t looked in control yet.
Tied at 3 now. Casey has to go to the ‘Pen
Starr throws a hanging curveball on 0-2.
Beavs are going to blow this game.
Game wouldn’t be close if the Beavers would stop blowing opportunities to put multiruns on the board in an inning
Left bases loaded in last two chances……wow!
good to see Ringo back on staff.
That’s a great catch by Dylan Davis. Huge play in the game. Would have been 4-3 UConn and they may have gotten more in the inning.
Starr with a big K, too. Made up for that terrible 0-2 pitch.
Agree, but still think Starr is ready for showers.
Tyler Smith with a two out hit and almost made a base running blunder. But this brings up Conforto and Davis. Chance at a run here
Cole Brocker is in. Interested to see what how he looks. Haven’t seen him yet.
See how he looks*
Not good tonight!
Tough play but Davis has got to make that play
Wow. Beavers catch a break there. Run should have easily scored.
Two run home run. Beavers bullpen and offense not getting the job done.
Beavers offense not doing much and the bullpen is struggling. Hard to see them winning this game.
I guess this should alieviate the fears that Casey left Child in too long in game 1
How’s that?
we sound like Mike Parker, we might as well not watch.
Got Davis, Dunn, Keyes coming up. Time for the offense to get it done.
what time is tomorrow’s game?
11
Davis HBP. That’s a good start.
Dunn walks. Runners on first and second and no outs for Keyes. Keyes likely will bunt
Need a big hit from Hayes here
I hope Jake Rodriguez pinch hits for Gorton
Hayes doesn’t come through. It has happened too many times tonight.
Gorton is pinch hitting. Do not like this at all.
Rather hitting, not pinch hitting.
Ryan Gorton is so bad. I have no idea what Casey is thinking. Rodriguez is the FAR superior hitter. Really bad decision.
He looks nervous at the plate, no confidence.
Gorton Sucks. If he was an outstanding defensive catcher it would make up for poor hitting but he is only an average catcher at best.
That may have been the game right there and Casey may have blew it.
2 more LOB.
On to the eighth behind by 2.
It’s probably the rain that’s causing the Beav’s problems. / SARC
2 of the last 3 inning the Beavs have had two on and nobody out and didn’t score. And those single run innings should’ve been crooked number innings. Missed opportunities is the story here, not a single PH opportunity.
True to an extent but it was a big moment in the game and you have to put your team in the best position to take advantage of an opportunity.
They might not finish…rain looks heavy.
Beaver mistakes on defense have led to a few errors late in this game.
A few runs*
Conditions are so bad everyone is having problems.
Probably should be playing water polo instead of trying to play baseball.
2 to be exact.
Michael Conforto is up with runners on first and second and 1 out. Perfect guy to have up there
Another blown opportunity. That’s game.
Yep.
But if they win tomorrow that’s 3 of 4, which is what they need. Series isn’t a disaster yet.
Tony Bryant looked good.
Missed defensive plays have led to 5 of the last 6 runs for the Huskies and the offense hasn’t got it done the last 4 innings or so. That is the reason for the loss. Loss very similar to the one against St. Mary’s last week.
ducks lose to OU 3-2. Had runners at the corners with two out in the B9 and Altobelli at bat and he popped out to end the game.
Davis HBP to start the inning and Dunn is up. A tying rally is unlikely but you never know.
Would be a nice spot for Keyes to finally get a hit
Keyes is really bad right now
Well, those were two ugly slow swings to end the game.
13 runners left on base, 9 in scoring position. Can’t win many games doing that.
Yup. At times it felt like they were pressing and just trying to force things to happen.
that’s 3 hrs I wish I had back.
This was a bad loss. UConn is an average at best team. Beavers lost focus tonight. Offense started out alright but the last 5 innings did nothing but blow opportunities. Defensive mistakes gave UConn some runs and the bullpen wasn’t good. Just a poor performance all around. They need to bounce back tomorrow afternoon
With daylight savings time we only have to wait less than 12 hours to get the bad taste out, hope the team can flush this game and play solid tomorrow.
Well, Looks like tomorrow I root for Beavs, Ducks and West Virginia. I wanna see the Beavs win this Nike Showcase. And at 3-1 need ducks to win over Uconn. WV to win too so that its a straight up series win. Also that average at best UConn team beat “#16” Oklahoma last night too. If they beat Ducks thats 3 road wins over “top 20” teams.