2011 All-Star game

[Lefty]

Justin Upton is the only Diamondback to make the team but Kennedy still has a shot if he gets voted in by the fans.
http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/events/all_star/y2011/fv/ballot.jsp?cmpid=453178&cme=-1&tcid=ca_fm2011_ballot

Upton also said he would like to participate in the home run derby but that is up to Fielder. Gibson said he would not be against Justin playing. By the way, Josh Hamilton said he might be willing to participate in Ortiz asks him. The pool would get some activity if he does play.

 

[Lefty]

I would really like to see Pena in the home run derby. If he continues to hit home runs, I'm sure there would be teams to inquire about trading for him.

 

[Kel Varnsen]

Beltran over McCutchen? Really?

 

[HooverDam]

Lets all just pray that the high temps during the All Star break are 105 or lower. The announcers and media are going to bitch ad naseum about the heat either way, but hopefully we don't have one of those crazy 115+ stretches during the game.

 

[82CardsGrad]

Lets all just pray that the high temps during the All Star break are 105 or lower. The announcers and media are going to bitch ad naseum about the heat either way, but hopefully we don't have one of those crazy 115+ stretches during the game.

Right now, the early forecast is for monsoons and temps in the high 90's. Like you said, the heat will of course be a topic of discussion, however, I'm sure Chase Field will show well nonetheless...
I'll be there for both the HR Derby on Monday and the game on Tuesday!

 

[azmike74]

Lets all just pray that the high temps during the All Star break are 105 or lower. The announcers and media are going to bitch ad naseum about the heat either way, but hopefully we don't have one of those crazy 115+ stretches during the game.

Screw 'em. They're probably the same ones that always say, "but at least it's a dry heat". They can't have it both ways (although I know you're right, I'm just preparing myself to be irritated )

 

[Mulli]

Right now, the early forecast is for monsoons and temps in the high 90's. Like you said, the heat will of course be a topic of discussion, however, I'm sure Chase Field will show well nonetheless...
I'll be there for both the HR Derby on Monday and the game on Tuesday!

I will be going to all the festivities. I am preparing for the worst. 90's and monsoons will be sweet!!

 

[MigratingOsprey]

My brother and his boys are coming into town - we have fanfest tickets & HR derby tickets ..... if we can find a price we like we'll go to the actual game .... little interest in all star sunday

 

[Kel Varnsen]

Justin Upton is the only Diamondback to make the team but Kennedy still has a shot if he gets voted in by the fans.
http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/events/all_star/y2011/fv/ballot.jsp?cmpid=453178&cme=-1&tcid=ca_fm2011_ballot

Upton also said he would like to participate in the home run derby but that is up to Fielder. Gibson said he would not be against Justin playing. By the way, Josh Hamilton said he might be willing to participate in Ortiz asks him. The pool would get some activity if he does play.

I'm underwhelmed by Fielder's choices. I don't think anyone watches the home run derby to see who hits the most 335 foot home runs...we all want to see the bombs that guys like Upton and Stanton can hit.

 

[Lefty]

I'm underwhelmed by Fielder's choices. I don't think anyone watches the home run derby to see who hits the most 335 foot home runs...we all want to see the bombs that guys like Upton and Stanton can hit.

Howard should of been picked over Upton and Holliday. I think there should only be one player representing a team. Weeks and Gonzalez should not be eligible in my opinion.

 

[azsportsfan01]

Howard should of been picked over Upton and Holliday. I think there should only be one player representing a team. Weeks and Gonzalez should not be eligible in my opinion.

Well last year Gonzalez did say he would boycott the game so it seems like he changed his tune quite a bit.

 

[MigratingOsprey]

could really live without weeks or holliday ...... but whatever

Obviously would of loved to have seen upton & stanton in there .... although I know GC Mike is having issues with his eyes and will probably use the break to visit with the docs

 

[Jersey Girl]

I'm underwhelmed by Fielder's choices. I don't think anyone watches the home run derby to see who hits the most 335 foot home runs...we all want to see the bombs that guys like Upton and Stanton can hit.

Yeah, there were some question marks in there. Maybe Fielder doesn't want to be shown up?

 

[Lefty]

Real gold balls. By the way, I hope Fielder hits zero home runs.
http://sports.yahoo.com/mlb/blog/bi...n-Derby-will-feature-valuable?urn=mlb-wp11800

 

[Kel Varnsen]

Jeter, Rivera, and ARod have all pulled out.

Coincidence?

 

[82CardsGrad]

Jeter, Rivera, and ARod have all pulled out.

Coincidence?

Any explanations given??

 

[Kel Varnsen]

Any explanations given??

Supposed injuries. :suspicious:

 

[82CardsGrad]

Supposed injuries. :suspicious:

Hmmm... what are you thinking is the hidden reason?

 

[Mulli]

2001: Trophy and ring?? Haha. Just kidding.

If anyone was considering attending Fan Fest. Skip it unless you have kids/like baseball cards and advertising.

25 bucks to get in and 10 to park. Pul-Leeze!!

 

[BC867]

Any explanations given??

'Wouldn't count toward 3,000 hits?

 

[Lefty]

Just announced Montero has made the All-Star team. Congrats!

 

[Tyler]

Just announced Montero has made the All-Star team. Congrats!

I am pumped about this. I have read quite a few articles saying he was a big time snub. He is having an awesome first half and I am very happy for him

 

[FArting]

Got back from MLB Fan Fest about couple of hours ago. Took pictures and got autographs with Greg Swindell Tony Womack and Rollie Fingers.

 

[Matt L]

I think A-Rod is resting from an injury. Jeter is probably sick of reading articles that say he shouldn't be in the game. I have no idea why Mariano is out.

 

[Lefty]

I think A-Rod is resting from an injury. Jeter is probably sick of reading articles that say he shouldn't be in the game. I have no idea why Mariano is out.

First off, I am not a Yankee fan but I have no problem with the 3 not being here. A-Rod is having surgery and is out until September. As for Jeter, he has a strained quad and Rivera has a sore tricep. I have no problem with Jeter and Rivera skipping the game due to rest for the second half. Those guys are past their prime and should stay home to rest. The second half is more important than the All-Star game.